bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Difference in Injury Risk between Male and Female Alpine Skiers: Review of the Literature
Authors: Brittany Ammerman , Margot Richards , Ryann Davie , Natalie Pahapill , Karen Sutton
Published: April 2024

Alpine skiing is popular at varying levels of competitiveness with many skiers participating recreationally and elite skiers competing in downhill, super-G, giant slalom, slalom, and combined events in the World Cup and in the Winter Olympic Games. The rate of injury in alpine skiing is high both recreationally and competitively and methods to reduce injury rates are needed. Additionally, it is well-established in other sports that the risk of injury for an athlete varies based on gender. The purpose of this review is to determine how injury risk differs for each gender of alpine skier. Injury rates vary throughout the literature but point towards males being at a higher risk for overall injury and upper body injuries while females are at a higher risk for knee injuries. Even the specific knee injuries for which each gender is at risk varies with medial collateral ligament (MCL) injuries more common in males and anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries more common in females. More studies are needed to confirm the differences in injury risks and how these risks may differ across levels of competition, thus allowing regulations and injury prevention methods that may be tailored specifically to the injuries an alpine skier is most susceptible to.
SEMAGLUTIDA E DESFECHOS CARDIOVASCULARES EM OBESOS SEM DIABETES – ESTUDO SELECT
Authors:   Faculdade de Medicina da PUC-Campinas., Kerr Saraiva José Francisco ,   Santa Casa de São Paulo. Divisão de Pesquisa.,   Departamento de Aterosclerose da SBC., dos Reis Coutinho Elaine ,   Faculdade de Medicina da PUC-Campinas.,   INCOR-FMUSP.,   PUC Campinas. Ambulatório de Dislipidemia e Prevenção Secundária
Published: April 2024

Em um cenário em que obesidade tem se destacado como uma epidemia mundial, os análogos do GLP1 (ARGLP1) vêm desempenhando um papel fundamental para minimizar os danos da associação obesidade e doença cardiovascular. Os resultados do estudo Select demonstraram uma redução de 19% na mortalidade por todas as causas (IC 95% 0.71–0.93), redução de 28% em infarto do miocárdio não fatal (IC 95% 0,61–0.75), redução de 23% em procedimentos de revascularização do miocárdio (IC 95% 0.68–0.87), além de redução de 22% na progressão da nefropatia. Assim, a semaglutida demonstrou ser uma opção farmacológica eficaz para reduzir o risco de eventos cardiovasculares em adultos sem diabetes com sobrepeso ou obesidade e doença cardiovascular estabelecida.
RESSUSCITAÇÃO CARDIOPULMONAR EXTRACORPÓREA: EVIDÊNCIAS DOS ENSAIOS CLÍNICOS RECENTES
Authors:   Universidade Federal de São Paulo (UNIFESP), dos Santos Gomes Danilo ,   Hospital Sírio-Libanês. Sociedade Beneficente de Senhoras,, Gonçalves de Almeida Mauricio Thiago ,   Hospital Sírio-Libanês. Sociedade Beneficente de Senhoras,,   Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Vieira Caetano da Silva Adryel ,   Universidade Federal de São Paulo (UNIFESP),   Hospital Sírio-Libanês. Sociedade Beneficente de Senhoras,, Jomara Lopes Francine ,   Hospital Sírio-Libanês. Sociedade Beneficente de Senhoras,, Lopes Moreira Rita Simone ,   Universidade Federal de São Paulo (UNIFESP)
Published: April 2024

A ressuscitação cardiopulmonar (RCP) convencional é a base do suporte circulatório durante a parada cardiorrespiratória. Entretanto, a ressuscitação cardiopulmonar extra-corpórea (E-CPR) pode fornecer níveis quase normais de perfusão cerebral e de órgãos vitais, tornando-se uma alternativa para o suporte cardíaco de vida avançado. Objetivo: Mapear na literatura científica dos dois últimos anos as evidências de ensaios clínicos sobre a E-CPR. Método: Revisão integrativa da literatura, com a pesquisa eletrônica dos estudos nas bases de dados: Literatura Latino-Americana e do Caribe em Ciências da Saúde (LILACS) via Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde (BVS), PubMed, SCOPUS e EMBASE (Elsevier). Resultados: foram identificados 531 estudos e, conforme os critérios de inclusão e exclusão, foram incluídos quatro ensaios clínicos randomizados nesta revisão, todos publicados em revistas internacionais, na língua inglesa, de países europeus, sendo dois estudos do ano de 2022 e outros dois de 2023, tendo como objetivos centrais a comparação de E-CPR versus RCP convencional e os desfechos clínicos, principalmente os resultados neurológicos favoráveis. Conclusão: As análises mostraram que a E-CPR não melhorou significativamente a sobrevida com resultado neurológico favorável em seis meses em comparação com a RCP convencional, mas foi associada a um menor risco de morte e a uma proporção maior da recuperação neurológica em 30 dias.
APIXABANA PARA PREVENÇÃO DE ACIDENTE VASCULAR CEREBRAL NA FIBRILAÇÃO ATRIAL SUBCLÍNICA – ESTUDO ARTESIA
Authors:   Instituto Dante Pazzanese de Cardiologia, Vidal Armaganijan Luciana , Delascio Lopes Renato ,   Duke University Medical Center, Duke Clinical Research Institute, Durham, USA
Published: April 2024

A detecção de fibrilação atrial (FA) subclínica é um achado frequente em portadores de dispositivos cardíacos eletrônicos implantáveis e associa-se a um risco aumentado de acidente vascular cerebral (AVC). O estudo ARTESiA, publicado em 2023, teve como objetivo avaliar os efeitos da apixabana nesse grupo de pacientes. Após um seguimento médio de 3,5 anos, os autores reportaram menor incidência de AVC ou embolia sistêmica no grupo apixabana em comparação com o grupo aspirina (risco relativo: 0,63; IC 95%: 0,45–0,88; p=0,007) às custas de aumento nas taxas de sangramento não fatais e não ameaçadores à vida. Esses dados fornecem evidências de que a apixabana é uma opção de tratamento eficaz para pacientes com FA subclínica e pode ter impacto significativo na prática clínica e na gestão dessa população.
DIGITALIZATION OF THE AVIATION SECTOR
Authors:   State Organization “Institute for Economics and Forecasting,  National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine”, Bykonia Oleksandr , Romanovska Nataliia ,   State Organization “Institute for Economics and Forecasting,  National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine”, Venger Liliia ,   State Organization “Institute for Economics and Forecasting,  National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine”
Published: April 2024

In the face of modern global challenges, the further development of many economic sectors depends on the implementation of innovative technologies. A promising direction for the development of the aviation industry is the introduction of digital technologies. The impact of digitalization on the development of the aviation goods market in Ukraine and the world is examined. The global experience of digitalization in aviation goods markets is analyzed. Technological digitalization trends in Ukraine’s aviation industry are evaluated. The possibilities of applying blockchain technology to various economic sectors are considered. The prospects for digitalization of Ukraine’s aviation industry are identified, taking into account the possibilities of implementing various information technologies.
FEATURES DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF THE EXPORT POTENTIAL IN SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED ENTERPRISES
Authors:   O.M. Beketov National University of Urban Economy in Kharkiv, Mozhaikina Nataliia , Ostrovskyi Ihor ,   O.M. Beketov National University of Urban Economy in Kharkiv
Published: April 2024

The formation of the export potential of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) requires an understanding of the totality of factors and conditions that determine their motivation to participate in foreign economic activity and the ability to ensure its duration for a certain future. For three decades Ukraine has witnessed the passive participation of small and medium-sized businesses in export operations. This is due to a large number of problems that prevent small and medium-sized businesses from developing their export potential. The analysis methodology allows to determine the monovector, bivector and polyvector export potential. To activate small and medium-sized businesses in export operations, it is necessary to take a number of stimulating measures in different directions. In addition to the incentive policy, it is necessary to develop an optimal export strategy. Any enterprise can develop its own export potential in two directions: to increase the competitiveness of existing goods or to expand the range and geography of exports. When determining the directions of development of the foreign economic complex of the organization in the strategic plan, it is necessary to strive for the industrialization of exports and increasing the share of services and products of processing industries in it.
FORMATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF COMPETITIVE STRATEGIES OF ENTERPRISES IN THE CONDITIONS OF MARKET GLOBALIZATION
Authors:   Dnipro State Agrarian and Economic University, Kurbatska Larysa , Kadyrus Iryna ,   Dnipro State Agrarian and Economic University, Kvasova Luidmyla ,   Dnipro State Agrarian and Economic University
Published: April 2024

The need for a strategic approach and innovative development to ensure competitiveness is emphasized. The main element of the formation of competitive advantages is the development and implementation of a competitive strategy, which requires high professional competence and a systematic approach. The importance of systematically adjusting strategies according to changes in the business environment is also emphasized. The proposed algorithm of strategic analysis of competitiveness allows enterprises to develop a clear plan for obtaining and maintaining competitive advantages using price and non-price methods. The importance of focusing the analysis on the assessment of external potential, including macroeconomic factors and market conditions, is highlighted. The general conclusion is that in order to ensure the competitiveness of enterprises, it is necessary to combine a strategic approach, innovations and a systematic analysis of the external business environment. This approach will allow enterprises to compete effectively and achieve success in the market.
Extended KGEMM’s Emission Block With Carbon Pricing
Authors: Hasanov Fakhri , Aliyeva Heyran , Almozaini Majed , Bollino Carlo Andrea
Published: April 2024

This methodological work develops a representation of carbon pricing through the KAPSARC Global Energy Macroeconometric Model (KGEMM). This representation makes two principal contributions in terms of model capabilities: establishing a feedback link from the emissions block to the energy block and connecting the emissions block to the fiscal block, as the government collects revenue from the carbon dioxide emitted by customers / sectors.
Utilizing storytelling strategies as tools in enriching students listening comprehension skills
Authors: Alipar Kyla Marie A  , Alon-Alon Franchesca L  , Arinaza  , John Michael E  , Bernardino Maria Bell F  , Sabado Rosemarie D  , Villapando Erika Ann B
Published: April 2024

Most of the Grade 7 students have poor listening comprehension skills as they are still in the process of shifting from elementary to junior high school. Therefore, this study aimed to explore the use of storytelling strategies, particularly teacher-led storytelling and digital storytelling, to enrich the students' listening comprehension skills. The findings of this study could be valuable to the school, as they can implement the appropriate strategy to improve and develop their students' listening comprehension in the classroom. Additionally, the study may serve as a basis to propose interventions or alternative methods to enhance the students' listening comprehension skills. A quantitative research method was employed to gather and analyze the data. The researchers used convenience sampling to select 30 Grade 7 students residing in Pila and Santa Cruz, Laguna. Three stories were used in both teacher-led storytelling and digital storytelling, followed by a 10-item multiple choice quiz. The data collected were statistically analyzed using frequency, percentage, and independent sample t-test. The findings revealed that the most effective storytelling strategy for enriching the students' listening comprehension is digital storytelling. This strategy's animation and music accompaniment made the students enjoy and listen attentively to the story. However, the researchers also discovered some downsides to implementing teacher-led storytelling, including noise in the surroundings, interruptions, and voice quality issues. Based on the findings, the researchers offer several recommendations. First, to improve students' listening comprehension through teacher-led storytelling, teachers need to work on their voice quality, pronunciation, and intonation. The Department of Education should also provide guidelines and standards to help teachers enhance their storytelling abilities for better student understanding. Strengthening teachers' voice skills should be prioritized among the suggested tasks. For digital storytelling, the creators should consider improving the animation, color, and visuals to ensure students fully understand the story. Better animation, color, and visuals will help students remember the content of the story effectively. Based on the results, the researchers highly recommend the use of digital storytelling as an effective strategy to enrich students' listening comprehension skills.
Lexico-semantic objectification of the linguocultural opposition “intelligence – stupidity/madness” in Spanish phraseological units
Authors: Gulevets Natalia Aleksandrovna , Nekrasova Mariya Yurievna
Published: April 2024

The paper explores the phraseological features of the Spanish language as a reflection of the culture and mentality of the people. The aim of the research is to determine the linguocultural features of Spanish phraseological units with the meaning “intelligence – stupidity/madness”. The authors emphasize the importance of studying the national and cultural component of the Spanish language, which is especially vividly and accurately reflected in phraseology. The scientific novelty of the research lies in the fact that Spanish phraseological units expressing different cognitive and mental states of a person are considered in a single context of the semantic opposition “intelligence – stupidity/madness”. Within the framework of the research, the phraseological units under consideration have been classified for the first time according to their components into the semantic spheres “Person”, “Animal world”, “Plant life”, “Objects”. Lexical differences in phraseological units of different variants of the Spanish language are also revealed. The results of analysing the components of phraseological units inherent in various national variants of the Spanish language determine the specifics of the verbalization of mental states and cognitive processes, taking into account the cultural characteristics of Spanish-speaking regions.
SPATIOTEMPORAL VARIABILITY OF DROUGHT IN ROMANIA DURING 1901-2021 USING THE STANDARDIZED PRECIPITATION EVAPOTRANSPIRATION INDEX (SPEI)
Authors:   Ștefan cel Mare University of Suceava, History and Geography Faculty, 13 Universității St., 720229 Suceava, Romania, BĂDĂLUȚĂ Carmen Andreea , HALIUC Aritina ,   Ștefan cel Mare University of Suceava, History and Geography Faculty, 13 Universității St., 720229, Suceava, Romania;, BĂDĂLUȚĂ Gheorghe ,   Ștefan cel Mare University of Suceava, Department of Geography, 13 Universității St., 720229 Suceava, Romania, SCRIBAN Ramona Elena ,   Ștefan cel Mare University of Suceava, Faculty of Forestry, 13 Universității St., 720229 Suceava, Romania
Published: April 2024

Drought represents one of the most frequent climatic events with impact on the environment, economy and society. In this study, we analyse the drought characteristics in Romania during the period 1901-2021, using a meteorological drought index: the Standardized Precipitation Evapotranspiration Index (SPEI). To provide a clear image over time, we have divided the data into four time periods: 1901 – 1930, 1931 – 1960, 1960 – 1990, and 1991-2021. The results indicate that the period between 1901 to 1930 is characterized by moderate droughts, in contrast to the period between 1991-2021 when extreme droughts prevailed. Also, the SPEI3's spatial analysis indicates that Romania's eastern and southeastern parts are becoming drier. This study provides a clear image of climate change and indicates that the extreme drought events affected Romania in the previous decade.
PENGARUH PENGGUNAAN MODEL PROJECT-BASED LEARNING TERHADAP KEMAMPUAN PEMECAHAN MASALAH PESERTA DIDIK
Authors: Nursaadah Ulfah , Dinny Mardiana  , Deti Ahmatika
Published: April 2024

The background of this research is the low problem solving abilities in learning mathematics, due to the less than optimal implementation of online learning in the last two years. One alternative learning that can be applied related to problem solving abilities is the project-based learning model (Project-Based Learning). The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of using the Project-Based Learning model on students' problem solving abilities in learning mathematics. The method used is a quasi-experimental method with the Nonequivalent Control Group Design. This research was conducted at MTs Wasilatul Huda. The population in this study were students of class VIII, with the sample being students of class VIII B as an experimental class using the application of the Project-Based Learning model, while the control class used the Discovery Learning model. The instruments used were tests of problem solving abilities. Based on the results of the analysis of the Mann-Withney test, Cohen's d, it is concluded that the use of the Project-Based Learning model affects problem solving abilities in the medium category.
Who loves whom? The relationship between love and workload
Authors: Iha Ryushin
Published: April 2024

A previous study (Iha, 2024a) found that men and women who loved their hypothetical opposite-sex partner voluntarily made more costly choice than men and women who were loved by their hypothetical opposite-sex partner. However, it is unknown whether the same effect occurs even when explicit costs are not included. The purpose of the current study was to replicate and extend the results of the previous study. Participants from four countries (Canada, Germany, the UK, and the USA) were recruited to engage in an online scenario experiment. The results indicate that the replication and extension were successful. In other words, across four countries, men voluntarily undertook more work than women in general, but both men and women voluntarily undertook more work if they loved their hypothetical opposite-sex partner than if the hypothetical opposite-sex partner loved them.
The emergence of cooperative behaviors, norms, and strategies across five diverse societies
Authors: Amir Dorsa , Ahl Richard , Jordan Matthew , Bolotin Hannah , Bogese Michael , Gonzalez Gorana , Callaghan Tara , Sugiyama Lawrence , Otali Emily , Tusiime Patrick , Bangayan Samantha , Snodgrass J. Josh , McAuliffe Katherine
Published: April 2024

Human cooperation involves a complex web of interconnected behaviors that develop across the lifespan in conjunction with the cultural environment. While we have learned much in recent decades about the early origins of these behaviors in Western societies, we still know relatively little about: (1) how cooperative behaviors vary across cultures, (2) how the normative environment shapes the development of different cooperative behaviors, and (3) the extent to which key cooperative behaviors relate to one another. In this investigation, we examined the development of a suite of four cooperative behaviors — those related to fairness, trustworthiness, forgiveness, and honesty — in children (N=413, 5-13 years old) from five diverse societies: urban-living children in the United States, rural-living children in Uganda, Canada, and Peru, and hunter-horticulturalist Shuar children in Amazonian Ecuador. In addition to behavioral data, we collected normative judgments from peers (N=163) and adults (N=86) in each community to culturally contextualize behavior within the larger normative environment. Examined together, we find compelling evidence for substantial cross-cultural variation in cooperative behaviors and norms among children, but that, more generally, both children’s behaviors and norms tend to converge toward community-specific norms in middle childhood. We also find three distinct cooperative strategies — Maximization, Generic Cooperation, Partner-Contingent Cooperation — show that these strategies change in prevalence across development, and find that the prevalence of each strategy varies across societies. This investigation advances our understanding of human cooperation by demonstrating how a constellation of cooperative behaviors develops across diverse societies and highlighting the underlying cultural forces that contribute to its development.
Languages, Latin, and the Jacobean Secretariat: William Fowler’s Letters in Florence and Venice
Authors: Steenson Allison L.
Published: April 2024

This article deals with several letters penned by William Fowler, Scottish Petrarchist poet and Anna of Denmark’s Foreign Secretary in Scotland and England. These documents shed additional light on Fowler’s profes?sional life, an aspect of his career which has been seldom investigated. More significantly, an in-depth analysis of Fowler’s letters provides infor?mation on the workings of the Early Modern royal secretariat and contrib?utes to our understanding of several key issues as to its internal organization and functioning,
What is the best way of collecting data donations in an online survey? An experiment assessing the feasibility of different data donation approaches to measure mobile and app usage.
Authors: Bosch Oriol J. , Asensio Marc , Roberts Caroline
Published: April 2024

Smartphones are now ubiquitous in daily life, requiring the development of accurate methodologies to study their impact on various aspects of human experience. A promising approach to collect mobile log data is to ask participants to donate, in the context of online surveys, the data that is already available to them through features such as iOS Screen Time and Android Digital Wellbeing. This approach grants participants control over the data they share while providing researchers with valuable observational insights into their mobile and app behaviours. However, the active involvement required from participants poses challenges, leading to low compliance rates and potential biases in the final sample of donors. This study investigates whether the method used to collect data donations, and the incentives provided, have an impact on compliance rates, and the subsequent composition of the sample. Specifically, we implemented a 2 x 3 between-subject web survey experiment (N = 872) in a research-led probability-based panel in Switzerland. Participants were randomly asked to capture and share their data through screenshots, video recordings, and by manual imputation (which we call enhanced recall). Results show that, while compliance rates are very low when using screenshots and video recordings as data donation methods, almost two thirds of participants donated their data by manually imputing their log data. The methods also differ in terms of sample composition, with enhanced recall introducing fewer biases. Overall, our study sheds light on maximizing compliance in data donation studies, offering insights for researchers studying mobile and app usage.
Factors and Impacts of ChatGPT Adoptionfor Academic Purposes in Higher Learning Institutions: Students’ Perspectives
Authors: Victor Denice
Published: April 2024

Artificial intelligence (Al) tools have brought a shift and transformation in various sectors including education by providing innovative solutions to enhance learning experiences. One such Al tool that has gained significant attention is ChatGPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) for its ability to generate realistic texts based on user prompts. The integration of artificial intelligence (Al) tools like ChatGPT into education settings has revolutionized the learning process for students in higher education. ChatGPT, developed by OpenAl, is an Al-driven conversational model that generates human-like responses. This research delves into the factors that influence students to use ChatGPT for academic purposes and explores the multifaceted impacts it brings to the academic environment. By incorporating students’ perspectives, this study identifies 6 factors encouraging the use of ChatGPT for academic purposes to students. Additionally, it seeks to assess Knowledge, Attitude, and Behavior (KAB) of students on the use of ChatGPT. The research methodology involved is qualitative approach where by document review, interviews were employed, focus group discussions, and observation. This research concludes that ChatGPT should remain being a sub tool for assisting students to advance their learning and not being an official tool for completing every work they are assigned at colleges otherwise students will graduate with low ability in generating their own ideas. The results suggest that Academic Institutions should emphasize the importance of critical thinking skills through various exercises and assignments that require students to analyze, evaluate, and solve problems independently. By encouraging critical thinking, students can develop their cognitive abilities beyond what AI tools like ChatGPT can provide.
Pendalaman Healing architecture pada Perancangan Resort melalui Aspek Alam, Indera dan Psikologi
Authors: Wardhani Philbert , Wardhani Dyah Kusuma
Published: April 2024

Saat ini, masyarakat dituntut untuk menyesuaikan diri di tengah perkembangan zaman dan teknologi yang sangat cepat. Hal ini dapat berdampak bagi kesehatan dan psikologi seseorang, yang mana dapat menyebabkan stres sebab tekanan hidup dan pekerjaan yang dimiliki. Secara tidak langsung, hal ini berpengaruh pada kebutuhan masyarakat terkait bangunan dan hunian. Desain yang diharapkan bukan lagi sekedar desain pada umumnya, tetapi dapat memberikan kenyamanan dan ketenangan bagi penggunanya agar pengguna bangunan dapat lebih santai dan lebih menikmati keadaan sekitarnya, yaitu melalui healing architecture yang memperhatikan tiga aspek desain, yakni alam, indera manusia, dan psikologi. Ketiga aspek tersebut nantinya akan diterapkan dalam proyek perancangan resort yang dikerjakan. Adapun tujuan yang ingin dicapai dalam perancangan ini adalah menciptakan desain resort dengan pendekatan healing architecture yang mampu memenuhi kebutuhan dan keinginan pengunjung dan pemilik dengan mempertimbangkan kondisi site yang ada. Metode perancangan yang digunakan akan menggunakan proses desain yang dikemukakan oleh Phillip Plowright yang dipadukan dengan metode problem seeking oleh Donna P. Duerk, sehingga menghasilkan tahap-tahapan yakni problem identification, problem exploration, problem redefinition, dan problem statement. Melalui penelitian yang dilakukan, menghasilkan kesimpulan bahwa penerapan healing architecture pada desain, untuk memenuhi aspek alam diwujudkan dengan penerapan taman dengan jenis restorative garden, untuk memenuhi aspek indera manusia diwujudkan dengan memanjakkan indera penglihatan, pendengaran, penciuman, dll. Sedangkan untuk aspek psikologi diwujudkan melalui penerapan dan pemilihan sirkulasi dan organisasi ruang yang mudah diakses dan memberikan kesan luas dan nyaman.
Impact of Background Music on the Work-Life of Managerial and Non-Managerial Level Staff in a Sri Lankan Apparel Organisation: A Case Study
Authors: Kodikara Ridmi Senani
Published: April 2024

Background music plays a pivotal role in organisational aesthetics. Hence, this research project attempts to identify how music has affected the different layers of staff in an organisation and whether it has had any positive influence on work-life in one of the leading organisations in Sri Lanka’s apparel sector. This study was designed using the single case study method as the qualitative method of inquiry. Leading Sri Lankan apparel manufacturers, Deadline Ltd. was chosen as the case unit concerning the unique application of background music. Semi-structured interviews and unstructured observations were incorporated into the study to gather data. During the semi-structured interview process, audio records were generated and converted to written form using a data transcribing process. Field notes were generated during the unstructured observation. The outputs were combined together to derive common themes and were analysed thoroughly. Most of the participants agreed that background music has a positive impact on their work-attributes by enabling psychological motives through reduction of job-related stress, tiredness and literary enjoyment, thus enabling positive motives for work. Indeed, referring to the findings, Deadline Ltd has designed its background music to cater to the choice of its diversified workforce. This has created a unique way of life for the staff layers in alliance with their socio-cultural status. Consequently, this has been influential in deriving different environmental stimuli that distinguish hierarchical differences. This has applied as a creative way of a communication system as well. Supplementary background music has reduced alienation while encouraging positive interaction among workers, enabling fresh routine for work-life within different work-shifts. Accordingly, Deadline Ltd has effectively tailored the arrangement of background music to address the diverse requirements of each staff audience to assimilate the aesthetic practices with the staff management strategy, minimising the possible of contradiction of different preferences. As such, this case study showcases the importance of unique musical arrangements, which can effectively interact with contextual differences. This study affirms that an ideal arrangement of background music can generate several favourable outcomes as a facilitator for employee performance, enabling positive outcomes for both employees and organisation simultaneously.

Keywords: Aestheticisation, Background-music, Work-Life, Managerial, Non-managerial
Modelling and Forecasting Tourist Arrivals in Sri Lanka by Purpose of Visit Using Box-Jenkins Methodology
Authors: Thilakarathna H.A.N.
Published: April 2024

Tourism is a major source of income in Sri Lanka, which was described by the Italian explorer Marco Polo as ‘the finest island of its size on earth’ in the 13th century. Tourist attractions in Sri Lanka have many treasures, such as beaches, a favourable climate, cultural heritage, and national parks. These attractions are very important for the tourists who come to the country for pleasure. Tourists visit Sri Lanka not only for pleasure but also for other purposes. Therefore, this study was conducted to present a more accurate forecasting model of tourist arrivals by purpose of visit. The data were taken from the reports of the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority and annual arrivals from 2010 to 2017 were analysed by country of residence and selected four purposes of visit, which were pleasure/ vacation, visiting friends and relations, business and religious and cultural. According to these data, most tourists come for pleasure/ vacation and most of them are Asians. Further, it was found that India demonstrated the highest number of arrivals out of 11 Asian countries. Thus, monthly arrivals from India from 2010 to 2019 were gathered to model a forecasting model. According to the minimum Akaike Information Criterion (AIC) and Bayesian Information Criterion (BIC) values, SARIMA (Seasonal Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average) (1,1,1)(0,0,2)12 was selected as the best model to forecast tourist arrivals from India. In this study, forecasting was done for the year 2020.

Keywords: Asians, Forecast, Pleasure, Purpose, Tourist Arrivals
OPERATING MODES OF EQUIPMENT IN THREE-PHASE FOUR-WIRE ALTERNATING SINUSOIDAL CURRENT CIRCUITS
Authors:   Tyumen Industrial University, Kizurov Anatoly S. , Basumatorova Ekaterina A. ,   State Agrarian University of the Northern Trans-Urals
Published: April 2024

When substantiating the relevance of the development of non-contact switching devices that provide the redistribution of single-phase loads in three-phase four-wire AC sinusoidal power supply systems, attention was paid to the modes of operation of the equipment and methods of their calculation. The results of the analysis of operating modes encountered in real electrical installations and having a negative impact on the quality of power supply are presented. As a result of the analysis of the operating modes of four-wire power supply systems with single-phase consumers, there was revealed the need to apply the data obtained during the development of measures to improve the quality and reliability of power supply.
COMPUTER MODELING OF RECIPROCATING-ROTATIONAL ELECTRIC DRIVE
Authors:   Bashkir State Agrarian University, Linenko Andrey V. , Khalilov Bulat R. ,   Bashkir State Agrarian University, Baynazarov Valinur G. ,   Bashkir State Agrarian University, Yamaliev Ilgiz A. ,   Bashkir State Agrarian University
Published: April 2024

The article considers a computer model of a reciprocating-rotational electric drive based on rotational and linear motion electric motors implemented in the Matlab (Simulink). Giving the working body of a centrifugal separator with a vertical axis of rotation of axial vibrations loosens the grain mixture and cleans the main grain crop from weed impurities. In addition, the superimposition of vertical inertia forces to the centrifugal inertia force makes it possible to ensure the maximum possible value of the coefficient of the living section of the sieve. In addition, the superimposition of vertical inertia forces to the centrifugal inertia force makes it possible to ensure the maximum possible value of the coefficient of the living section of the sieve. The use of a linear inductor motor (LIM) paired with an elastic element for the implementation of axial oscillatory movements of the working body makes it possible to simplify the design of the drive mechanism of the separator. According to the results of the conducted studies of the simulation model of a reciprocating-rotational electric drive, it was determined that with a decrease in the length of the hole l relative to the circumference of the ring (secondary element of the LIM), the magnitude of the displacement of the center of the oscillation of the working organ from the point of the beginning of its movement increases and the amplitude of the oscillation increases.
ANALYTICAL STUDY OF THE RELATIVE MOTION OF A MATERIAL POINT ALONG THE CURVED GUIDE OF A CENTRIFUGAL SPREADING DEVICE
Authors:   Bashkir State Agrarian University, Nafikov Marat Z. , Akhmarov Ramsid G. ,   Bashkir State Agrarian University, Akhmetyanov Ilshat R. ,   Bashkir State Agrarian University, Zagirov Ilnur I. ,   Bashkir State Agrarian University
Published: April 2024

A calculation scheme has been drawn up, differential equations of relative motion of a material point along a curved guide of a centrifugal disk spreading device have been derived and numerically solved. The use of replaceable curved guides in centrifugal spreaders instead of rectilinear ones will expand their technological capabilities. The analytical study carried out by the authors also makes it possible to determine the rational design and technological parameters of spreaders when they are used in various agricultural machines.
CLIMATE SIGNAL IN THE RADIAL INCREMENT OF UNDERGROWTH AND TREES OF SCOTS PINE
Authors:   Bashkir State Agrarian University, Ianbaev Ruslan Y. , Bakhtina Svetlana Y. ,   Bashkir State Agrarian University, Sadykov Aidar K. ,   Bashkir State Agrarian University, Redkina Nina N. ,   Bashkir State Agrarian University
Published: April 2024

The article describes the results of a radial growth (2005–2019) analysis among the trees and undergrowth of Scots pine, which grows under extreme ecological conditions of the Uchalinsky Mining and Processing Plant (the Republic of Bashkortostan). Comparatively large variation of the trait was revealed among the trees in intra- and interannual levels. Multidirectional signals of the climatic factors influence on plant growth were found in the two alternative age groups. Monthly temperatures turned out to be more critical in this process for trees, precipitation was more important for the undergrowth. The fact of a statistically significant correlation of the radial increase with the amount of precipitation in October of previous years was revealed in the first age group. Monthly temperatures in January and July had a significant positive effect on the annual growth of trees, but April temperatures negatively correlated with this indicator. A negative correlation between the high temperatures of June and July and the increase in plant diameter was found in the undergrowth. To ensure a high radial increase in this age group, more precipitation in September of previous years and July of current years is important. It was shown that the occurrence of these patterns in the younger generation of Scots pine depends on forest growing conditions. The results obtained allow to quantify the climatic signals in the growth of the plant and can be useful in predicting the impact of climate change on this species.
SPECTRAL ANALYSIS AS A TOOL FOR DETERMINING THE MIXING QUALITY OF A MULTICOMPONENT FEED MIXTURE
Authors:   Federal Scientific Agroengineering Center AIM, Kirsanov Vladimir V. , Belyakov Mikhail V. ,   Federal Scientific Agroengineering Center AIM, Nikitin Evgeny A. ,   Federal Scientific Agroengineering Center «VIM», Blagov Dmitry A. ,   Federal Scientific Agroengineering Center AIM, Mikhailichenko Stanislav M. ,   Federal Scientific Agroengineering Center AIM
Published: April 2024

In this paper, it is proposed to develop the theoretical foundations of spectral analysis of the quality of mixing feed components in various types of cooking and distribution machines. A camera equipped with a set of corrective light filters, a device containing a radiation source (excitation) and photodetectors, was developed and manufactured to conduct economic tests and test the scientific hypothesis. The number and size of objects obtained from the device on the binarized image allow us to judge the uniformity of mixing of the feed mixture. Qualitative assessment of indicators of features is reduced to the definition of clouds of points of objects (compound feed) and the calculation of their area. During the control of the mixing process of concentrated compound feed and coarse feed, the ratio of spectral characteristics increases, while the evaluation of the index Φ = f (ms, mk) allows you to build a map of the binarized image, where objects with a high content of chlorophyll (coarse feed) are highlighted in black, which absorb the radiation source, and concentrated compound feed is highlighted in white. The uniformity of distribution of the concentrated components of the feed mixture in the rough was evaluated by analyzing the binarized image map, while the maximum level of discrepancy in the analyzed samples was 5 % relative to the actual one.
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE TREATMENT OF PIROPLASMOSIS IN HORSES WHEN USING THE HEPATOPROTECTOR – 3ß,28-DI-O-ISONICOTINATE BETULIN AS PART OF COMPLEX PHARMACOTHERAPY
Authors:   Bashkir State Agrarian University, Sharipov Almaz R. , Chudov Ivan V. ,   Bashkir State Agrarian University
Published: April 2024

The article presents the results of clinical studies aimed at confirming information previously obtained in the laboratory about the possibility of using triterpenoid 3ß,28-di-О-isonicotinate betulin (bisizonicotinoate betulin) as a hepatoprotective agent when included in specific and symptomatic therapy. At the same time, it has been proven that the inclusion of betulin bisizonicotinoate in pharmacotherapy and its administration for 7 days, once a day, inside at a dose of 25 mg/kg, exceeds the hepatoprotective effect of karsil with the same dose regime. For example, a new treatment regimen for equine piroplasmosis has been recommended, and a new highly effective remedy, betulin bisizonicotinoate, has been proposed for its use as a means of «pharmacological cover» while prescribing drugs that can cause or aggravate liver pathology.
APPLICATION OF IODOCASEIN IN BAKERY PRODUCTION
Authors:   Arctic State Agrotechnological University, Eliseeva Lyudmila I. , Stepanov Konstantin M. ,   Arctic State Agrotechnological University, Abdulloev Sino Kh. ,   Arctic State Agrotechnological University
Published: April 2024

The paper discusses the results of studying the production technology and quality of iodized bakery products. Providing the population with food is one of the crucial issues since human health depends on the foodstuff ingredients. Yakutia is a region with harsh climate where people suffer from a lack of vitamins, macro- and microelements. Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop and introduce new technologies. Bakery products are critical in Russians’ diet. The vast majority of consumers add bakery items to their daily diet. Bakery products are the basic sources of energy and nutrients. Traditionally produced bakery items provide 25–30 % of the protein requirements, 30–40 % of the carbohydrate requirements and 20–25 % of the needs in vitamins, minerals and dietary fibers. Therefore, special attention should be paid to the nutritional and biological value of bakery products. One of the potential ways to improve the nutrition structure of the diet is to use functional ingredients in the bakery production such as dietary fibre, vitamins (C, D, group B), minerals, lipids containing polyunsaturated fatty acids, antioxidants (beta-carotene, tocopherols), oligosaccharides; some types of beneficial microorganisms (lactic acid bacteria). Yakutia puts emphasis on the state policy in the area of people’s healthy nutrition and annually expands the production of functional food products. The paper reports the study findings about organoleptic, physical and chemical parameters of iodized bread, the content of vitamins, amino acids, minerals. The technology of bakery production is also examined in the article.
Menstrual Irregularities Following Covid-19 Vaccinations
Authors: Pertynska-Marczewska Magdalena
Published: April 2024

Since 31 December 2019, when the WHO was informed of cases of pneumonia of unknown cause in Wuhan City, China; a novel coronavirus identified as the cause, has spread worldwide. With an urgent need to slow viral transmission, decrease disease severity, and reduce mortality, biopharmaceutical companies rapidly began investigating potential COVID-19 vaccinations. The American pharmaceutical company, Pfizer, in collaboration with the German company, BioNTech, developed a nucleoside-modified messenger RNA (modRNA) vaccine (BNT162b2), which was the first to receive an FDA permit for emergency use, with others following suit. Vaccine manufacturers provide a list of post-vaccination side effects with their preparations. Adverse vaccine reactions are evidence of the effectiveness of the vaccine and of increasing immunity against this disease. Interestingly, a growing number of women have reported menstrual irregularities after receiving COVID-19 vaccines. Those have been noted in post-authorization and post-licensure monitoring. This review provides evidence that women experience menstrual abnormalities, including menorrhagia, metrorrhagia, and polymenorrhea following COVID-19 vaccines. The importance of the issue has been recognized by the Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment Committee of the European Medicines Agency which decided to list heavy menstrual bleeding as a side effect as a side effect of unknown frequency in the product information for the SARS-CoV-2 mRNA vaccines.
Medical Management of Uterine Fibroids-A hope for Fertile Women!
Authors: K Suresh
Published: April 2024

Uterine fibroids or Myomas or Leiomyoma of uterus are the most common type of benign tumor of uterus and most common pelvic tumour in women with unclear etiology. Uterine fibroids or Myomas or Leiomyoma of uterus are the most common type of benign tumor of uterus. In India the incidence of fibroids is most common in women of 31- 40 years of age i.e. as more than 1/3 (35%) of them get affected. Recent understanding of etiology suggests increased number of estrogen and Progesterone Receptors, increased COMT gene expression and TGF-B3. Risk factors for developing fibroids are age, early age at menarche, reduced fertility, frequent caffeine consumption, obesity, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, alcohol consumption and previous pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). Rural women are at a much higher risk of uterine fibroids than urban women in India. (37.65% vs.24%) probably due to multiparty at a young age disturbing Estrogen and Progesterone Receptors. Treatment options for symptomatic uterine fibroids include medical, surgical, and radiologically guided interventions. Although curative treatment relies on surgical therapies- either myomectomy or hysterectomy, medical treatments are considered the first-line treatment to preserve fertility and avoid or delay surgery. Medical therapy is in nascent stage in India. Medical treatment must be individualized based on age, signs & symptoms, sustained reduction of the size and sustenance of fertility if desired with minimal side effects. Materials and Methods: This article is based on a literature review on medical therapy being tried on a case the author is managing now. The initial results are encouraging and need to monitor the reduction of the size or volume of the Fibroid in coming months.
Evaluation of Antithrombin-III Activity and Platelet Count in Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension among Pregnant Women attending Antenatal care in a Tertiary Health Facility in Southeast, Nigeria
Authors: Airaodion A. I.
Published: April 2024

Background: Pregnancy-induced hypertension (PIH) is a significant health issue that affects maternal and fetal outcomes. Antithrombin-III (AT-III) and platelet count alterations could serve as pivotal indicators for the management and prognosis of PIH. Objective: This study aimed to assess AT-III activity and platelet counts in pregnant women with and without PIH at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria. Methods: A case-control cross-sectional analytical study design was employed, including 135 pregnant women with PIH and 135 age-matched normotensive pregnant women. Exclusion criteria comprised chronic hypertension, known thrombophilic disorders, or anticoagulant therapy before pregnancy. AT-III levels and platelet counts were compared between groups using SPSS version 20.0, with significance set at p ≤ 0.05. Results: AT-III activity was significantly lower in the PIH group (75.45±6.23%) compared to the normotensive group (96.84±9.64%, p=0.028). Similarly, platelet count was significantly reduced in the PIH group (170.90 ±8.78 x109/L) versus the normotensive group (191.56±6.54 x109/L, p=0.032). No significant differences were found in sociodemographic variables except for the trimester of antenatal care registration and history of preeclampsia in previous pregnancies. Conclusion: This study highlights significant reductions in AT-III activity and platelet count among pregnant women with PIH, suggesting these parameters' potential role in PIH management and prognosis. These findings emphasize the importance of monitoring AT-III levels and platelet count as part of the antenatal care protocol in pregnant women, particularly those with or at risk for PIH.
Recovery of Aircraft Motion Parameters Using the Optimal Control Algorithms
Authors: Korsun O. N. , Stulovsky A. V.
Published: April 2024

A method for solving the signal recovery problem based on a direct search for the optimal program control is considered. It is based on the parameterization of the desired signals and finding a solution by numerical optimization in a finite-dimensional space using any genetic or population algorithm. In order to check the efficiency of the method, the problem of finding the angular velocities and orientation angles of the aircraft from the data available onboard in the absence of direct measurements is given. Different variants of signal parameterization are compared based on Hermitian cubic splines.