bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
EFISIENSI TEKNIS USAHATANI PADI SAWAH PADA PERTANIAN PERKOTAAN DI KOTA SEMARANG: PENDEKATAN STHOCHASTIC FRONTIER
Authors: Zuhri Nur Muttaqien , Khamdi Ali , Ayomi Nun Maulida Suci
Published: July 2024

Improving food self-sufficiency requires a strategy to increase paddy rice production. The urban agriculture initiative in Semarang City is seen as a suitable policy. However, the current increase in agricultural productivity through improved production efficiency is hampered by land conversion and inappropriate use of production inputs. The objective of this study is to assess the technical efficiency of wet-rice farming and its influencing factors in Semarang City. Cross-sectional data from 68 respondents were used in this study. The data analysis strategy used in this study is Maximum Likelihood Estimation (MLE) combined with Stochastic Frontier Cobb Douglas production function. The results show that land area, seeds, NPK, urea, and pesticides are the main determinants of rice production. Paddy rice cultivation in Semarang City is technically efficient (0.73). Formal education and other sources of off-farm income are factors that influence the level of technical inefficiency of wet-rice cultivation. Strategies to achieve food self-sufficiency in urban agriculture include developing extension strategies and improving agricultural infrastructure.
Aplicación del Procedimiento de Consecuencias Diferenciales como una estrategia pedagógica para estimular la Conciencia Fonológica y la Velocidad de Denominación en estudiantes prelectores
Authors: Molina Michael , Hurtado Antonia , Rodríguez Mayte , Fuentes Luis J. , Plaza Victoria , Estévez Ángeles F.
Published: July 2024

Esta investigación pretendía explorar el impacto del Procedimiento de Consecuencias Diferenciales (PCD) en la estimulación de la Conciencia Fonológica y de la Velocidad de Denominación en alumnos prelectores. El estudio utilizó una muestra de 61 alumnos de edades comprendidas entre 5 y 5 años y 11 meses. Los resultados indicaron que los alumnos de Segundo nivel de Transición mostraron una mayor precisión a lo largo del estudio y en las tareas de recuerdo, en comparación con los alumnos del Primer nivel de Transición. Además, aquellos que recibieron consecuencias específicas en la condición “consecuencias diferenciales” aprendieron las asociaciones fonema-grafema más rápidamente que los de la condición “consecuencias no diferenciales”. Los resultados concuerdan con investigaciones anteriores que destacan el impacto positivo del PCD en la adquisición inicial de la lectura. En concreto, el estudio contribuye a este campo al demostrar la utilidad de este procedimiento como una estrategia eficaz para la enseñanza de la lectura, específicamente para estimular la Conciencia Fonológica. Se necesita más investigación para explorar los efectos a largo plazo y su posible aplicación en entornos educativos.
Jak bingują Polacy?
Authors: Jupowicz-Ginalska Anna , Kisilowska-Szurmińska Małgorzata , Szurmiński Łukasz
Published: July 2024

Binge watching to stosunkowo nowa forma konsumpcji treści medialnych, która jednak znalazła już stałe miejsce w repertuarze zachowań odbiorczych widzów. Celem prezentowanego tu projektu było poznanie skali i zróżnicowania binge watchingu wśród polskich internautów. Badanie zrealizowano metodą ilościową (CAWI) na reprezentatywnej grupie polskich internautów w dwóch cyklach - w latach 2020 i 2021. Respondentów pytano m.in. o to czy i jakie treści bingują, a także czy pandemia wpłynęła w jakiś sposób na ich zachowania jako widzów. Wyniki pozwalają określić skalę bingowania, preferowane typy treści, a także potencjalny wpływ pandemii na badane zachowania.  Uzyskano tym samym pierwszy pełny, reprezentatywny obraz zjawiska binge watchingu w społeczności polskich internautów.
Specyfika dziennikarstwa internetowego. Fake newsy w przekazach wybranych polskich polityków w 2022 roku
Authors: Wroński Kamil
Published: July 2024

Artykuł skupia się na analizie fake newsów zidentyfikowanych w przekazach dwóch prominentnych polityków w Polsce – Donalda Tuska i Jarosława Kaczyńskiego. Celem artykułu jest wskazanie fake newsów w przekazach obu polityków oraz wyjaśnienie przyczyn, dla których decydują się oni wygłaszać nieprawdziwe informacje na forum publicznym, a następnie pokazanie, jak na te przekazy reagowały portale internetowe: TVP INFO i TVN 24. W pracy zastosowano krytyczną analizę dyskursu medialnego, co pozwoliło na wysnucie  wnioski, z których wynika, że Jarosław Kaczyński w swoich wypowiedziach używa fake newsów, ponieważ to pozwala mu na stworzenie wizji alternatywnej rzeczywistości w celu dyskredytacji przeciwników politycznych i uznanych za wrogie państw i organizacji ponadpaństwowych, odwrócenie uwagi od bieżących zdarzeń i tym samym wywołanie szumu medialnego. Donald Tusk wybiórczo wykorzystuje bieżące problemy Polaków i stara się tworzyć w umysłach odbiorców wizję świata, w której za wszystkie problemy Polaków są odpowiedzialni przedstawiciele partii rządzącej. W obu przypadkach celem wytworzonych przekazów było zdobycie i utrzymanie władzy. Media reagują na manipulację i przyczyniają się tym samym do zwiększenia szumu medialnego i pogłębienia polaryzacji politycznej.
Achalasia Cardia: A Case Series
Authors: Chapagain Nibedita , Adhikari Nishob , Acharya Bidur Prasad , Limbu Yugal , Ghimire Roshan
Published: July 2024

Achalasia cardia is a rare disorder that impacts the lower esophageal sphincter and esophageal body. Due to its wide range of symptoms, it can be difficult to diagnose. Here we report three cases of Achalasia Cardia during a period of 9 months. The first patient, an 18-year-old male, presented with dysphagia and was evaluated with barium swallow and high-resolution manometry (HRM) revealing Achalasia Cardia. In the second case, a 37-year-old female had a prolonged diagnostic journey due to multiple comorbidities before a barium swallow finally revealed achalasia cardia. The third patient, a 47-year-old female was promptly diagnosed with barium swallow. All the cases were successfully treated with laparoscopic Heller’s myotomy with anterior Dor’s fundoplication. This case series highlights the potential for delayed diagnosis and the importance of early recognition, tailored diagnostic approaches, and the efficacy of surgical management.
Perceived Prevalence, Awareness and Attitude towards Counterfeit Medicines among Community Pharmacists of Kathmandu Valley: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Kafle Sajala , Jha Nisha , Bhandary Shital , Ravi shankar Pathiyil
Published: July 2024

Introduction: Counterfeit medicines are a significant problem globally. In a developing country like Nepal, community pharmacists play an important role in dispensing medicines. The study was done to assess community pharmacists’ perceived prevalence, awareness and attitude towards counterfeit medicines in Kathmandu valley. 
Methods: A cross-sectional study design was used. Data was collected conveniently from Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, and Lalitpur districts in March 2022 after obtaining ethical clearance from Nepal Health Research Council (reference no. 2200) and taking written informed consent from Community Pharmacists. 
Results: Among the 343 pharmacists who participated, 250 (72.89%) were from Kathmandu, 57 (16.62%) were from Lalitpur, and 36 (10.50%) from Bhaktapur. Most 252 (73.47%) were aged between 20 to 30 years, 222 (64.72%) were male, 239 (69.68%) had done a Diploma in Pharmacy, 201 (58.60%) had working experience of more than 5 years and 342 (99.71%) had done their education in Nepal. Their median perceived prevalence of counterfeit drugs was 10.00% but only 2.30% had clear knowledge of such practice. 332 (96.79%) believed that actions should be taken against community pharmacists dispensing counterfeit drugs, 325 (94.75%) believed that pharmacists who dispense counterfeit medicines are unprofessional; 338 (98.54%) stated that there should be strong law againstcounterfeit medicine sales.Conclusions: Median perceived prevalence of counterfeit medicines was 10.00% but only 2.30% were aware of counterfeit medicine dispensing. Out of 343 pharmacists, 332 (96.79%) mentioned that  action should be taken against those pharmacists knowingly dispensing counterfeit medicines and 338 (98.54%) stated that there should be strong law against counterfeit medicines.
Traumatic Tympanic Membrane Perforation in Children: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Pokharel Apar , Bhandari Chhanya , Sharma Bibek
Published: July 2024

Introduction:  TTraumatic perforation of the tympanic membrane in pediatric population is often encountered in primary  otolaryngologic clinics or in the emergency department. The objective of the  study was to find out the clinical presentation of traumatic tympanic membrane perforation in the pediatric population.Methods: A cross-sectional study was done from February, 2023 to February, 2024 after obtaining the ethical approval from the Institutional Review Board (2023/114). All the patients aged less than 18 years and presenting with traumatic tympanic membrane perforation were included in the study. Collected data was entered and analysed using Microsoft Excel. Patients were evaluated fordemographics, mechanism of trauma and clinical characteristics of ear drum perforation in children. Results: A total of 384 children aged less than 18 years were included in the study among which 267 (69.53%) were males. Physical assault 109 (28.39%) was the most common cause of tympanic membrane perforation. The most common symptom at the time of presentation was ear block/hearing loss 208 (54.16%). Conductive hearing loss was present in 214 (55.73%) children. Conclusion: Traumatic perforation of the tympanic membrane resulted mostly from the blunt force trauma especially in male children.
Analysis of Possible Interference Effects Minimization in IEEE 802.11ax
Network by Partial Allocation of Resource Units
Authors: Vikulov Anton , Tesalovskaya Darya
Published: July 2024

Statement of the problem: one of the main tasks in IEEE 802.11 networks planning is adjacent channel interference mitigation. The purpose of the work is to synthesize a model and analyze the possibility of adjacent channel effects minimization by partial allocation of OFDMA resource units allocation. Methods used: mathematical analysis methods and spectrum modeling. Novelty: in contrast to the existing approaches, quantative estimations of data rate gain has been calculated and a corresponding step-by-step method has been proposed. Result: in this paper an analysis of partial allocation of resourve units within IEEE 802.11ax channel has been carried out. A model of the adjacent channel interference has been proposed, where signal to noise ratio is estimated via spectrum calculation of target and interferer signals. The model parameters range is estimated which corresponds to the gain of total multi user data rate gain in comparison to full target channel resource units utilization. Theoretical and practical relevance: method may be used to additional increase of total data rate in multi user channel operation mode in case of IEEE 802.11 networks interference presence.
Aspergillus tabacinus as a producer of antithrombotic proteases
Authors: Lavrenova V. N. , Osmolovskiy A. A.
Published: July 2024

Microfungi of the genus Aspergillus are well-known as producers of fibrinolytic and plasminogen activating proteases. But for development of new antithrombotics we should use strains which extracellular proteases correspond to these criteria: 1) demonstrate anticoagulant, fibrinolytic and plasminogen activating activities at the same time; 2) have narrow substrate specificity; 3) are able to hydrolase substrates of two following each other proteins of hemostasis system. According to these criteria Aspergillus tabacinus was chosen. Maximal activities of culture liquid of this strain grown in optimal conditions were 87 Е × 10–3 with activated protein C substrate S-2366 and 73 Е × 10–3 with thrombin substrate Chromozym TH. Fibrinogenolytic activity of lyophilized enzyme preparation after ammonium sulfate precipitation and dialysis was 779.1 Е/mg of protein.
Antagonistic potential of bacterial strains of the genera Bacillus and Pseudomonas and fungi of the genus Trichoderma isolated in Uzbekistan against Phytophthora infestans
Authors: Azimova N. Sh. , Khamidova H. M. , Khalilov I. M. , Elansky S. N. , Chudinova E. M. , Karimov H. H. , Mamanazarova K. S. , Kobilov F. B.
Published: July 2024

Studies have been carried out on strains of bacteria and fungi isolated in Uzbekistan, which can be used in the biological control of potato late blight. Testing was carried out on two strains of Phytophthora infestans — TVKT-1 and 4MSLK 26 — isolated from affected potato in the Tashkent region of Uzbekistan and in the Moscow region of Russia, respectively. In relation to these strains, the antagonistic activity of strains of fungi belonging to the genus Trichoderma and bacteria of the genera Bacillus and Pseudomonas isolated in Uzbekistan was studied. The maximum antagonistic activity was shown by the Bacillus safensis 3/11 strain, which inhibited the growth of the mycelium of the TVKT-1 strain by 61.9% and 4MSLK 26 by 50%. The strains B. licheniformis 6/25 and Pseudomonas alcaliphila 2/18 were also quite effective. All studied strains of fungi of the genus Trichoderma showed high antagonistic activity; the most active strain was T. asperellum Uz-A4, which inhibited the growth of mycelium of strains TVKT-1 and 4MSLK 26 by 77.1 and 73.1%, respectively.
Оценка влияния матрицы на результаты потенциометрического определения антиоксидантной емкости
Authors: Герасимова Е. Л. , Салимгареева Е. Р. , Елтышева Е. А. , Иванова А. В. , Матерн А. И.
Published: July 2024

Оценено влияние матричного эффекта и исследуемых антиоксидантов на результаты определения антиоксидантной емкости потенциометрическим способом. Предложен прием, позволяющий на примере окислительно-восстановительной (ОВ) системы гексацианоферратов учесть влияние указанных параметров на установление равновесного потенциала системы и свести к минимуму искажение результатов. Прием заключается во введении серии добавок окисленного компонента ОВ-системы после его взаимодействия с исследуемым образцом. Такой подход позволяет построить градуировочный график на фоне матрицы исследуемого объекта после завершения реакции антиоксиданта с окислителем и определить значение предлогарифмического коэффициента в условиях проведения эксперимента. Прием апробирован при определении индивидуальных антиоксидантов и анализе объектов сложного состава (экстрактов растительного сырья) как способом с участием ОВ-системы, так и с участием окисленного компонента ОВ-системы.
Synthesis of New Oxonine Series Macrolactones with Maphthopyrazine Fragments
Authors: Ukhin L. Yu. , Kuzmina L. G. , Podshibyakin V. A. , Belousova L. V. , Morkovnik A. S. , Shepelenko E. N. , Borodkin G. S. , Chepurnoi P. B.
Published: July 2024

The reaction of 3-[(amino-2-naphthyl)amino]-5,5-dimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-one with o-quinones provided previously unknown macrolactones of the oxonine series with naphthopyrazine fragments.
Synthesis of Phosphoisosteres of Amyloid Dipeptide Components
Authors: Golovash S. R. , Ivanov D. E. , Borodachev A. V. , Shestov V. I. , Dmitriev M. E. , Ragulin V. V.
Published: July 2024

A simple and effective method was proposed for the synthesis of new phosphinic peptides in free form, structural isosteres of the dipeptide components of beta-amyloid (Aβ42), potential inhibitors of zinc-metalloproteinases.
Structural-Mechanical Modification of Amorphous Polyethylene Terephthalate and Hybrid Nanocomposite Materials Based on It
Authors: Dolgova A. A. , Stolbov D. N. , Sorochinskaya S. A. , Zaikin A. S. , Yarusheva A. Yu. , Savilov S. V. , Yarusheva L. M. , Arzhakova O. V.
Published: July 2024

Hybrid nanocomposite materials based on polyethylene terephthalate and inorganic flame-retardant diammonium phosphate were prepared according to the fundamental strategy of environmental crazing of polymers. Structural-mechanical modification of the initial amorphous polyethylene terephthalate and the resultant nanocomposite polyethylene terephthalate-based was carried out by rolling at room temperature. The effect of preliminary rolling on the deformation behavior of polyethylene terephthalate during subsequent stretching in air and in physically active liquid media was established.
Analyzing Characteristics of ERP Adopters in the AIS Curriculum
Authors: Bradley Jean Ryberg , Behrend Matthew J. , Drum Dawna M.
Published: July 2024

Incorporating an ERP (enterprise resource planning) software or other accounting system software into an introductory AIS (accounting information systems) course can achieve multiple learning objectives, such as teaching business processes, enhancing critical thinking, and incorporating technology into the curriculum. Many software choices are available, and all of them permit instructors to meet key AIS learning objectives while simultaneously exposing students to current technology; however, the choices have varying levels of functionality. We identify key AIS learning objectives from prior research. In addition, we surveyed 89 accounting instructors to identify which systems are in use, how they are being used, why they were selected, and barriers to adoption. We encourage AIS instructors evaluating accounting systems software for their courses to consider this information when choosing a system.
Building Higher-Order Thinking Skills Through Assessment of User Account Access
Authors: Hawk Holly
Published: July 2024

Given the fast-paced growth of innovative technologies and soft skill development required by the accounting profession, students need to enhance their knowledge of business systems, risk, information technology (IT) controls, IT auditing, emerging technology, and higher-order thinking skills (HOTS). This instructional case provides the opportunity for students to (1) understand foundational knowledge and perform testing on IT controls, (2) perform data analytics within Excel and CaseWare Analytics’ IDEA, and (3) analyze and evaluate IT testing results to formulate appropriate conclusions. As students complete each part of the case, they build on their information technology knowledge and analytical and evaluative HOTS. This case is best suited for faculty teaching undergraduate or graduate-level students in accounting information system (AIS), IT audit, or internal auditing courses.
Pengaruh Informasi Kemanfaatan Penggunaan Obat Tradisional dan Suplemen Terhadap Willingness to Pay Dalam Pencegahan NCDs di Kota Yogyakarta
Authors: Mardiani Arisa , Dwinta Eliza , Sarwadhamana Raden Jaka , Putri Imram Radne Rimba
Published: July 2024

The current incidence of NCDs can not only attack the elderly but can start at a younger age. Must carry out prevention efforts as early as possible by consuming traditional medicines (OT) and supplements. Can obtain information on the benefits of the two products through packaging labels. However, many people still need to pay more attention to them, so they need to understand the proper and correct use of OT and supplements. Willingness to pay (WTP) goes hand in hand with the benefit information obtained. Because if it follows the benefits and prices, the community's WTP is expected to increase. This study aimed to determine the effect of information on the benefits of using OT and supplements on WTP in preventing NCDs in Yogyakarta with a cross-sectional study design. They conducted this research for one month in 5 sub-districts of Yogyakarta City, namely Danurejan, Gondomanan, Mantrijeron, Umbulharjo, and Wirobrajan sub-districts with 107 respondents. The sampling technique uses accidental sampling, and the research instrument is a WTP questionnaire. The results of the research on statistical tests using Kendall Tau found that the significance values were 0.225 (OT) and 0.094 (supplements) > 0.05, so it concluded that information on the benefits of using OT and supplements from packaging labels did not affect WTP in preventing NCDs in the City of Yogyakarta.
Effects of the Inner Child in Adulthood Dampak Inner Child Pada Usia Dewasa
Authors: Afrilliani Afrilliani , Ahmad Mutia Aini , Berty Qyoki
Published: July 2024

According to Bradshaw in (Surianti, 2022) the Inner Child is the result of experiences or events in the past that have not been resolved properly. The method we use in this research is the literature study research method. Literature study research is a type of research that uses literature reviews, books, notes, relevant previous research results, and other references in collecting in-depth information and data, as well as as a theoretical basis for getting answers to the problems to be researched (Mufidah & Isha, 2022). The occurrence of inner children in children is caused by parenting patterns of parents who do not pay enough attention to their children. Parenting patterns are an important role for children so that inner children do not occur in their children, and there are several parenting patterns of parents who use three different parenting styles to raise children. - their child. First, parent group meetings are groups of people who have and enjoy social relationships. Second, authoritarian parenting is a parenting style that is given to parents, asked for and giving little attention to something the child wants. Authoritarian parenting provides attitudes, punishments and orders that children must carry out without any opportunity to speak. Third, authoritative parenting style, this parenting style is very good to use in educating children. This parenting style is carried out in a way that is fun and also provides control, as well as accepting or listening to the child's wishes and responding to them lovingly in together.
Developmental Psychology in Education for Students as Hope for Single Parents
Authors: Affa Rima Fafa , Hidayat Rian Rokhmad
Published: July 2024

This study aims to find out how the educational development of students for the expectations of single parents. This study uses a qualitative approach with a case study design, the subject of this research is a 16-year-old male who has a single parent due to divorce. Collecting data using the method of observation, interviews and documentation. The results of research on the subject showed that single parent parenting uses parenting and has an impact on the inability to control oneself and unfavorable behavior. Subjects find it very difficult to endure laziness, violate school rules by skipping class, disturbing friends, not doing assignments, not paying attention to lessons, and giving up easily when facing difficulties and not willing to try and lack fighting power.
Geometric reasoning on the euclidean traveling salesperson problem in answer set programming1
Authors: Bertagnon Alessandro , Gavanelli Marco
Published: July 2024

The Traveling Salesperson Problem (TSP) is one of the best-known problems in computer science. Many instances and real world applications fall into the Euclidean TSP special case, in which each node is identified by its coordinates on the plane and the Euclidean distance is used as cost function. It is worth noting that in the Euclidean TSP more information is available than in the general case; in a previous publication, the use of geometric information has been exploited to speedup TSP solving for Constraint Logic Programming (CLP) solvers. In this work, we study the applicability of geometric reasoning to the Euclidean TSP in the context of an ASP computation. We compare experimentally a classical ASP approach to the TSP and the effect of the reasoning based on geometric properties. We also compare the speedup of the additional filtering based on geometric information on an ASP solver and a CLP on Finite Domain (CLP(FD)) solver.
Embodied Spatial Navigation Training in Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Proof-of-Concept Trial
Authors: Tuena Cosimo , Serino Silvia , Pedroli Elisa , Stramba-Badiale Chiara , Goulene Karine Marie , Stramba-Badiale Marco , Riva Giuseppe
Published: July 2024

Background:

Egocentric and allocentric spatial memory impairments affect the navigation abilities of older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Embodied cognition research hints that specific aids can be implemented into virtual reality (VR) training to enhance spatial memory.

Objective:

In this study, we preliminarily tested ‘ANTaging’, an embodied-based immersive VR training for egocentric and allocentric memory, compared to treatment as usual (TAU) spatial training in MCI.

Methods:

MCI patients were recruited for this controlled trial. A cognitive battery was administered at pre-test, after ten sessions of ANTaging or TAU intervention, and at 3-month follow-up (FU). The primary outcomes were spatial cognition tests (Corsi supra-span, CSS; Manikin test, MT). VR egocentric and allocentric performance was also collected.

Results:

We found that ANTaging significantly improved MT scores at FU compared to TAU. CSS slightly improved in both groups. Concerning secondary outcomes, auditory-verbal forgetting significantly improved at post-test in the ANTaging but not TAU group and significantly declined at FU in the TAU but not in the ANTaging group. Global cognition significantly improved at FU for TAU and remained stable for ANTaging. Other tests showed no improvement or deterioration. Clinical significance showed that ANTaging is effective for CSS. Virtual egocentric and allocentric memory performance improved across ANTaging sessions.

Conclusions:

ANTaging holds the potential to be superior for improving spatial cognition in MCI compared to TAU. Embodied cognition research provides insights for designing effective spatial navigation rehabilitation in aging.
Effects of Mobile Intelligent Cognitive Training for Patients with Post-Stroke Cognitive Impairment: A 12-Week, Multicenter, Randomized Controlled Study
Authors: Han Kaiyue , Liu Guangliang , Liu Nan , Li Jiangyi , Li Jianfeng , Cui Lihua , Cheng Ming , Long Junzi , Liao Xingxing , Tang Zhiqing , Liu Ying , Liu Jiajie , Chen Jiarou , Lu Haitao , Zhang Hao
Published: July 2024

Background:

The current application effects of computerized cognitive intervention are inconsistent and limited to hospital rehabilitation settings.

Objective:

To investigate the effect of mobile intelligent cognitive training (MICT) on patients with post-stroke cognitive impairment (PSCI).

Methods:

This study was a multicenter, prospective, open-label, blinded endpoint, cluster-randomized controlled trial (RCT). 518 PSCI patients were stratified and assigned to four rehabilitation settings, and then patients were randomized into experimental and control groups in each rehabilitation setting through cluster randomization. All patients received comprehensive management for PSCI, while the experimental group additionally received MICT intervention. Treatment was 30 minutes daily, 5 days per week, for 12 weeks. Cognitive function, activities of daily living (ADL), and quality of life (QOL) were assessed before the treatment, at weeks 6 and 12 post-treatment, and a 16-week follow-up.

Results:

Linear Mixed Effects Models showed patients with PSCI were better off than pre-treatment patients on each outcome measure ( p < 0.05). Additionally, the improvement of these outcomes in the experimental group was significantly better than in the control group at week 6 post-treatment and 16-week follow-up ( p < 0.05). The rehabilitation setting also affected the cognitive efficacy of MICT intervention in improving PSCI patients, and the degree of improvement in each outcome was found to be highest in hospital, followed by community, nursing home, and home settings.

Conclusions:

Long-term MICT intervention can improve cognition, ADL, and QOL in patients with PSCI, with sustained effects for at least one month. Notably, different rehabilitation settings affect the cognitive intervention efficacy of MICT on PSCI patients. However, this still needs to be further determined in future studies.
Phenotype-Genotype Correlation of a Cohort of Patients with Congenital Myopathy: A Single Centre Experience from India
Authors: Harikrishna Ganaraja Valakunja , Padmanabha Hansashree , Polavarapu Kiran , Anjanappa Ram Murthy , Preethish-Kumar Veeramani , Nandeesh Bevinahalli Nanjegowda , Vengalil Seena , Nashi Saraswati , Baskar Dipti , Thomas Aneesha , Bardhan Mainak , Arunachal Gautham , Menon Deepak , Sanka Sai Bhargava , Manjunath Nisha , Nalini Atchayaram
Published: July 2024

Background:

Congenital myopathies (CMs) are a diverse group of inherited muscle disorders with broad genotypic and phenotypic heterogeneity. While the literature on CM is available from European countries, comprehensive data from the Indian subcontinent is lacking.

Objectives:

This study aims to describe the clinical and histopathological characteristics of a cohort of genetically confirmed CMs from India and attempts to do phenotype-genotype correlation.

Methods:

A retrospective chart review of genetically confirmed CMs was evaluated between January 2016 and December 2020 at the neuromuscular clinic. The clinical, genetic, and follow-up data were recorded in a pre-structured proforma as per the medical records, and the data was analyzed.

Results:

A total of 31(M: F = 14 : 17) unrelated patients were included. The median age at onset and duration of illness are 2.0(IQR:1–8) years and 6.0(IQR:3–10) years respectively. Clinical features observed were proximodistal weakness (54.8%), facial weakness (64.5%), and myopathic facies (54.8%), followed by ptosis (33.3%), and ophthalmoplegia (19.4%). Muscle histopathology was available in 38.7% of patients, and centronuclear myopathy was the most common histopathology finding. The pathogenic genetic variants were identified in RYR1 (29.0%), DNM2 (19.4%), SELENON (12.9%), KBTBD13 (9.7%), NEB (6.5%), and MYPN (6.5%) genes. Novel mutations were observed in 30.3% of the cohort. Follow-up details were available in 77.4% of children, and the median duration of follow-up and age at last follow-up was 4.5 (Range 0.5–11) years and 13 (Range 3–35) years, respectively. The majority were ambulant with minimal assistance at the last follow-up. Mortality was noted in 8.3% due to respiratory failure in Centronuclear myopathy 1 and congenital myopathy 3 with rigid spines ( SELENON).

Conclusion:

This study highlights the various phenotypes and patterns of genetic mutations in a cohort of pediatric patients with congenital myopathy from India. Centronuclear myopathy was the most common histological classification and the mutations in RYR1 followed by DNM2 gene were the common pathogenic variants identified. The majority were independent in their activities of daily living during the last follow-up, highlighting the fact that the disease has slow progression irrespective of the genotype.
Association of accelerometer measured sedentary behavior patterns with cognitive functions in sedentary office workers: Insights from SMART-STEP study
Authors: Chandrasekaran Baskaran , Arumugam Ashokan , Pesola Arto J. , Davis Fiddy , Rao Chythra R.
Published: July 2024

BACKGROUND: High levels of sedentary behavior in workplaces are currently recognized as an independent risk factor for cognitive dysfunction and poor mental health. However, sedentary patterns vary between workdays and non-workdays, which may influence cognitive functions. OBJECTIVE: The present study aimed to quantify and compare work and nonwork device-measured sedentary time (ST) and its association with cognitive function in Indian office workers. METHODS: In an ongoing randomized controlled trial (SMART-STEP), the baseline data of 136 full-time office workers, including accelerometer-measured sedentary patterns and cognitive functions, were analyzed. The ST was measured using a hip-worn accelerometer (Actigraph wGT3X-BT) for seven days, and executive functions were measured using computer-based tests. Linear regression models were employed to analyze the relationships between ST and executive function measures. RESULTS: The median daily ST of Indian office workers was 11.41 hours. The ST was greater on both workdays (11.43 hrs.) and non-workdays (11.14 hrs.) though different (F = 6.76, p = 0.001, ηp2 = 0.032). Office workers accumulate more prolonged sitting bouts (+21.36 min) during work days than non-workdays. No associations between device-measured ST and executive functions were observed. CONCLUSION: Indian office workers exhibited high ST patterns, especially on workdays. Although lower than workdays, Indian office workers exhibited more ST patterns during non-workdays than did their Western counterparts. Culturally adaptable workplace and leisure time physical activity interventions are needed to address the high ST of Indian office workers.
Crack formation of different types of thin plates at to an evenly distributed load
Authors: Skoruk Oleg
Published: July 2024

The formation of cracks in various building structures and elements, and especially in reinforced concrete slabs, is an important criterion that affects their operational properties and the durability of the structure as a whole.The causes of cracking can be diverse, and understanding their occurrence is the key to effective prevention and repair, as well as operation.Here are the main factors affecting the cracking of elements:-insufficient reinforcement;-high temperature effects;-shrinkage of concrete;-overload;-insufficient quality of matrix concrete;-improper execution of construction workduring the production of elements.The study of deflections and, as a result, the formation of cracks, their opening for structures, in particular slabs, is an urgent task in civil engineering, as it allows to evaluate their operational capacity and develop effective methods of increasing their strength and crack resistance.A set of experimental studies was conducted to assess the stress-strain state of slabs with different reinforcement.These studies were conducted in order to compare the performance of slabs with different methods of reinforcement or without it at all, using the example of concrete, reinforced concrete or fiber concrete slabs.The conducted experimental studies confirmed the effectiveness of using steel fibers to increase the strength and durability of reinforced concrete slabs.From the obtained data, it is clear that dispersed reinforcement has a positive effect on the stress-strain state of the slabs. Steel fibers provide increased strength and reduced cracking, while polypropylene fibers are effective in reducing cracking, but less effective in increasing compressive strength. Glass fibers provide intermediate characteristics.Thus, the application of dispersed reinforcement should be based on specific operational requirements and implemented in mass production. The use of dispersed reinforcement will significantly improve the operational properties of reinforced
Experimental research of reinforced concrete elements under the action of transverse forces
Authors: Klymov Yulii , Smorkalov Dmytro
Published: July 2024

Almost all reinforced concrete structures to one degree or another work on the perception of shear forces, and the corresponding calculations are decisive when determining the dimensions of the cross section and shear reinforcement ofstructures. At the same time, strength calculations under the action of shear forces are based on specific types of destruction and depend, first of all, onthe scheme (type) of loading. One of these types of failure is the failure due to shearing of concrete in the compressed zone, which occurs along a diagonalcrack that runs from the support to the concentrated force, which is located at a distance of 1...2.5d (d -the working height of the section).Due to the lack of a sufficient number of experimental studies of this type of failure, sufficiently approximate calculation methods are used in practice,which do not take into account the stress-strain state during failure in the zone of action of shear forces due to shearing of concrete in the compressed zone.The article presents the methodology, composition and results of experimental studies of reinforced concrete beams of two series (with transverse and without transverse reinforcement) on the effect of transverse loading.Within the framework of this work, experimental studies of the nature of crack formation, stress-strain state and strength of elements during failure due toshearing of concrete in the compressed zone above an inclined crack and the connection with other possible types of failure - along an inclined strip anddue to crushing of the concrete of the compressed zone above the inclined crack.The main regularities of the development of cracks, the stress-strain state and the strength of the elements destroyed due to the shearing of concrete in the compressed zone above the inclined crack have been established.Conclusions and prospects for further research of reinforced concrete structures, which are destroyed in the area of action of transverse forces, are presented.
Intencionalidade e juízo eudaimonista na teoria das emoções de Martha Nussbaum
Authors: Carraro Duda Bianca , Oliveira de Brito Evandro
Published: July 2024

Este artigo apresenta o conceito de intencionalidade e de juízo eudaimonista na teoria das emoções da filósofa Martha Nussbaum. Essa teoria é definida pela autora como uma teoria cognitiva avaliativa neoestóica e nessa perspectiva o caráter cognitivo avaliativo das emoções é o que possibilita uma educação das emoções que pode ser proveitosa para o âmbito democrático. Buscando lançar luz à reflexão sobre essa educação das emoções para a democracia, o objetivo geral deste trabalho é explicitar o uso do conceito de intencionalidade na teoria das emoções de Nussbaum, bem como sua relação com o conceito de juízo eudaimonista, fundamental para a efetivação de uma educação das emoções que possa ser um apoio para a democracia.
PENDAMPINGAN DAN PELATIHAN TEKNIK BENDING TRIPLEK DALAM PENGGUNAAN KLEM “F”
Authors: Prabani Setio Stefanus , Widyastuti Maria
Published: July 2024

This community service activity aimed to enhance motor skills of people with disabilities. Involving 28 participants from three communities in Semarang and Surabaya, the activity provided training in plywood bending using "F" clamps. Observations showed varying abilities: participants with excessive supervision demonstrated 0.25 normal strength, those without special supervision 0.50, and independent individuals achieved 0.9-1.0. These results indicate that independence in daily activities contributes to better motor skill development. The activity emphasized the importance of balancing protection with opportunities for people with disabilities to develop motor skills through light daily activities.
Sensitivity Study of Feature Vectors Formed on the Basis of Multiple Scale Transformations of Processed Images
Authors: Vasilieva D. V.
Published: July 2024

Introduction. Under the conditions of globalization, transportation of oil products by tanker fleets becomes one of the causes of man-made disasters in the water areas of seas and oceans. In this context, environmental monitoring acquires particular significance as a tool for ensuring timely detection of negative consequences of man-made disasters. This task is facilitated by recognition of images obtained from unmanned aerial vehicles with selection of those depicting the traces of man-made accidents or their consequences.

Aim. To develop approaches for carrying out automatic selection of input data obtained from unmanned aerial vehicles in the form of photo and video images at the preliminary stage of image recognition.

Materials and methods. The theoretical part of the study employed a classification method based on pattern recognition theory. Mathematical processing and calculation were carried out in the MATLAB environment. Simulation was conducted using the MathCAD environment.

Results. A series of experiments was conducted to select a basis for discrete wavelet transforms. Modeling was conducted using the study results of the sensitivity of the feature vectors of images formed on the basis of different types of wavelet transforms. A concept of image construction for the purposes of feature vector formation was developed.

Conclusion. An approach to the formalization of images for the purposes of feature vector formation is proposed. A metric of their contrast estimation is substantiated. It was established that the sensitivity of a recognition system based on the representation of images in the form of discrete wavelet transform matrices depends not only on the type of the mother wavelet, but also on the value of the scale parameter.
STRATEGIES OF THE ORGANIZATION’S ENTRY INTO INTERNATIONAL MARKETS: PERSPECTIVES FOR RISK MANAGEMENT
Authors: Oleksiienko Roman ,   University of Customs and Finance, Protsenko Dmytro , Shpak Kateryna ,   University of Customs and Finance,   University of Customs and Finance
Published: July 2024

The article analyzes in detail the importance of foreign economic aspects for enterprises in modern conditions of market relations. It is proven that access to foreign markets becomes necessary for enterprises of different countries to ensure their development and competitiveness. A wide range of possible options for entering international markets is offered, analyzing their advantages and disadvantages. The article also examines the complexities and risks associated with this process, as well as provides a methodology for risk management in the context of international operations.
СУТНІСТЬ, ЗНАЧЕННЯ ТА ОСОБЛИВОСТІ АНТИКРИЗОВОГО УПРАВЛІННЯ ПІДПРИЄМСТВОМ В УМОВАХ ВПЛИВУ НА НЬОГО ЧИННИКІВ ВІЙНИ ТА ЄВРОІНТЕГРАЦІЙНИХ ПРОЦЕСІВ
Authors: Копитко Марта , Грицан Володимир
Published: July 2024

У статті визначено сутність антикризового управління підприємством, окреслено особливості антикризового управління підприємством в умовах впливу на нього чинників війни та євроінтеграційних процесів, проаналізовано значення антикризового управління в системі менеджменту підприємства. Виявлено значний дестабілізуючий вплив на діяльність підприємств в Україні чинників воєнного характеру, які посилюють ризики появи кризових ситуацій на підприємствах. З’ясовано, що антикризове управління підприємством передбачає формування системи дій та комплексу заходів стратегічного спрямування з метою попередження та виявлення кризових ситуацій на підприємстві, вирішення проблем, які спричинені такими кризовими ситуаціями, а також нейтралізацію ризиків та дестабілізуючих чинників зовнішнього й внутрішнього середовища, які провокують виникнення кризових ситуацій на підприємстві. Доведено необхідність модернізації системи антикризового управління підприємством в умовах невизначеності та запровадження спеціального правового режиму воєнного стану. З метою підвищення ефективності антикризового управління підприємством запропоновано основні напрямки його здійснення, а саме: (1) визначення пріоритетних напрямків діяльності підприємства та інноваційних підходів щодо модернізації його господарської діяльності; (2) обґрунтування прогнозів та стратегічних планів щодо ресурсного забезпечення діяльності підприємства; (3) визначення якісних та кількісних критеріїв оцінювання здійсненої діяльності, формування параметрів їх коригування на основі використання прийомів та методів антикризового управління. Обґрунтовано доцільність застосування процесного підходу при реалізації основних заходів антикризового управління та поетапність його здійснення із урахуванням негативного впливу дестабілізуючих чинників сучасності.
ОСОБЛИВОСТІ УПРАВЛІННЯ МІЖНАРОДНИМ МАРКЕТИНГОМ ДЛЯ ОРГАНІЗАЦІЇ ЗОВНІШНЬОЕКОНОМІЧНОЇ ДІЯЛЬНОСТІ
Authors: Данилюк Тетяна , Бондарук Віктор
Published: July 2024

Стаття присвячена актуальним питанням щодо особливостей управління міжнародним маркетингом для організації зовнішньоекономічної діяльності, що є ключовим фактором успіху для компаній, що працюють на міжнародних ринках. В роботі виділені основні напрями розвитку системи міжнародного маркетингу та його інструментарію. В статті обґрунтовано, що в маркетингово орієнтованих компаніях управління маркетингом вважається ключовою функцією і за її допомогою формується чітка організаційна структура управління міжнародним маркетингом. Подана порівняльна характеристика організаційних структур управління міжнародним маркетингом за основними видами зовнішньоекономічної діяльності. Наголошено, що підвищення обсягів міжнародної торгівлі може вимагати перегляду організаційної структури компанії, особливо щодо управління міжнародною діяльністю.
ДІДЖИТАЛІЗАЦІЯ ПІДПРИЄМНИЦТВА В УКРАЇНІ: ПОНЯТТЯ ТА ЗНАЧЕННЯ
Authors: Зеркіна Оксана , Євстаф’єв Сергій
Published: July 2024

У статті досліджено сутність поняття діджиталізації, процес її впровадження у сфері підприємницької діяльності та вплив на розвиток українського бізнесу. Встановлено, що діджиталізація підприємництва є загальним світовим процесом й Україна є активним його учасником. Проаналізовано погляди вчених щодо визначення поняття діджиталізації та запропоновано наступне тлумачення цього терміну: «діджиталізація підприємництва» – трансформація бізнесу з метою адаптації до вимог сучасного цифрового світу шляхом, переведення бізнес процесів у цифровий формат. Проаналізовано сучасний стан діджиталізації підприємництва в Україні, її значення для економіки. Розглянуто державні заходи стимулювання впровадження цифрових технологій у підприємницьку діяльність та окреслено загальні риси сучасної державної політики у сфері цифрової економіки. У статті проаналізовано вплив процесів діджиталізації на розвиток бізнесу, визначено, що впровадження цифрових технологій не лише сприяє підвищенню продуктивності, але й в деяких сферах є об’єктивно необхідним засобом для забезпечення подальшої конкурентоспроможності бізнесу в умовах сучасного розвитку ринкових відносин. Опрацювання останніх публікацій підтверджує стрімкий розвиток діджиталізації в Україні, цифрова економіка вже сьогодні становить значний внесок у збільшенні ВВП і покращенні рівня життя населення. Використання цифрових технологій захопило усі сектори економіки стимулюючи їх розвиток шляхом підвищення продуктивності, покращення комунікацій, автоматизації процесів та інших значних покращень, що стали можливі завдяки сучасному рівню розвитку інформаційних технологій. Тому наукове дослідження процесів діджиталізації підприємництва та їх результатів має вагоме значення в умовах сьогодення.
МОЛОДІЖНІ ЦЕНТРИ ЯК ІНСТРУМЕНТ РАННЬОГО ПОПЕРЕДЖЕННЯ ТА РЕАГУВАННЯ НА РИЗИКИ В РЕГІОНАХ УКРАЇНИ
Authors: Содома Руслана , Ільчишин Ігор
Published: July 2024

Стаття присвячена аналізу ролі молодіжних центрів в Україні у контексті раннього попередження та реагування на ризики, з якими стикається молодь. У дослідженні розглянуто широкий спектр ризиків, включаючи соціально-економічні, психологічні, освітні та інші виклики, що впливають на молодих людей в сучасній Україні. Особлива увага приділена аналізу інструментів та методик, які застосовуються молодіжними центрами для ідентифікації та адресації цих ризиків. Стаття висвітлює важливість міжсекторальної взаємодії та співпраці з різними зацікавленими сторонами, включаючи органи влади, освітні установи, громадські організації та бізнес, у підтримці та розвитку діяльності молодіжних центрів. На основі дослідження розроблено рекомендації щодо розширення та покращення роботи молодіжних центрів для ефективнішого реагування на виклики, з якими стикається молодь. Висвітлено перспективи подальших досліджень у цій сфері.