bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A decade of particulate matter pollution in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: sources and trends
Authors: do Amaral Allan Vinícius Almeida , Pedreira Marcos Felipe , Gioda Adriana
Published: January 2025

This article addressed the quantification and chemical characterization of particulate matter (PM10) collected from Gericinó, Duque de Caxias, Bonsucesso, and Centro (RJ) between 2010 and 2019. Samples were obtained using large-volume samplers and fiberglass filters. Chemical characterization was performed using ion chromatography, optical absorption, and inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry. Assessments of PM10 concentrations were also conducted in relation to precipitation. The results indicated an increase in PM10 levels, mainly in the Bonsucesso region, where average concentrations reached 62 µg m−3, in some cases exceeding national limits. Statistically significant differences were observed between days with and without rain. The highest ionic concentrations were NO3−, SO42−, and Na+, with averages ranging from 2.6 to 3.4, 3.0 to 3.3, and 2.4 to 3.0 µg m−3, respectively, across all stations. Among the metals detected above the detection limit, Fe and Cu presented the highest concentrations in the samples, ranging from 0.54 to 0.73 and 0.023 to 0.047 µg m−3. The average concentration of black carbon was in the range of 3.6–6.0 µg m−3. Bonsucesso presented the highest concentrations for the parameters studied, thus confirming the greater influence of vehicular traffic. This study highlights the critical importance of monitoring and characterizing PM10 to understand its chemical composition and identify pollution sources, especially in urban areas like Rio de Janeiro, where elevated levels—exceeding national limits in some cases—pose significant environmental and public health risks.
Complex Lower Extremity Salvage Using Composite Flap Grafting in COVID-19–Induced Arterial Thrombosis
Authors: Jain Neil , Cushman Caroline J. , Hernandez Evan J. , Haddock Nicholas T. , MacKay Brendan J.
Published: January 2025

Case:

We present a 42-year-old man who developed extensive left lower extremity arterial thrombosis following COVID-19 pneumonia. Despite multiple revascularization attempts and a below-knee amputation, he faced wound necrosis and insufficient soft tissue coverage. An innovative approach using a pedicled flap and sequential flow-through free flaps was used for limb salvage. Further interventions included through-knee amputation and targeted muscle reinnervation vs. nerve capping to address phantom limb pain.

Conclusion:

This case demonstrates the potential of sequential flow-through free flaps in complex limb salvage when traditional revascularization is unfeasible, emphasizing early intervention and vigilant complication management.
Assessing the implications of a ‘Net Zero’ strategy for biodiversity
Authors: Bull Joseph , Maddinson Charlotte , Bromwich Talitha , White Thomas , Cox Chris
Published: January 2025

Climate change and biodiversity loss are closely linked crises. ‘Net Zero’ and ‘Nature Positive’ have emerged as frameworks for organisations to contribute towards societal climate and biodiversity goals. Identifying synergies between Net Zero and Nature Positive approaches is vital if we are to achieve either, but to date climate and biodiversity strategies are often implemented separately.

For a case study organisation (Wadham College, Oxford), we apply footprinting methods to provide the first detailed assessment of how an ambitious Net Zero strategy could also contribute to positive net biodiversity outcomes. Following their 2035 Net Zero strategy, the college could reduce biodiversity impacts from their utilities, built environment and direct land use by an estimated 70%. However, delivering ambitious Net Zero and Nature Positive outcomes would require compensating for residual impacts), and assessing wider impacts from procurement and investments . Our work implies pathways exist towards achieving both ambitious objectives in tandem.
Landslide susceptibility mapping for western coastal districts of India using geospatial techniques and eXplainable Artificial Intelligence
Authors: Shetkar Dikshita A , Das Bappa , Desai Sujeet , Mahajan Gopal , Kumar Parveen
Published: January 2025

Landslide susceptibility mapping (LSM) assists in identifying probable zones for future landslide occurrences within a given location by considering various landslide-triggering factors. Most significantly, this mapping contributes to regional planning and the landslide mitigation procedure and raises public awareness and education on landslides. In the current study, LSM was conducted for western coastal districts of India using fourteen landslide triggering factors. For locating landslide-susceptible areas and to identify the best preforming model, a comparison between frequency ratio (FR), logistic regression (LR), machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence models was performed. ML models used in this study were random forest (RF), support vector machine (SVM), extreme gradient boosting (XGB) and deep neural network (DNN). Most of the area was covered by very low class, i.e., 60.12% followed by low (13.50%), moderate (10.54%), high (8.04%) and very high (7.79%) classes, respectively. From the variable importance plots, it was found that factors such as slope, TRI, LS-factor, distance to road and rainfall were the most significant landslide-triggering factors. The area under the ROC curve (AUC) was utilised to validate the models. The results of the AUC revealed that the RF model showed an excellent accuracy rate of 0.993, followed by XGB (0.992), SVM (0.955), DNN (0.949), LR (0.919), and FR (0.906) model. The ranking based on multiple model evaluation parameters using validation dataset revealed DNN as the best-performing model. It was concluded that the performance of ML models was excellent compared to the FR model. The results of this study could help to identify landslide-vulnerable areas and adopt suitable preventive measures for mitigating the likely occurrence of future landslide events.
The mode of breathing affects awareness-related brain potentials: Oral breathing shapes awareness-related brain potentials differently than nasal breathing
Authors: Leupin Viviana , Britz Juliane
Published: January 2025

Cyclic variation in bodily signals can influence the conscious perception of sensory stimuli. We have previously shown that the respiratory phase affects the sensory processing of visual stimuli during nasal breathing: the P1 component was modulated by awareness only during inhalation. Breathing can affect brain activity both directly through the entrainment of rhythmic brain activity via mechanical stimulation of the olfactory bulb (OB) and indirectly through fluctuations in baroreceptor (BR) activity across the respiratory cycle. We here aim to differentiate the relative contribution of OB stimulation and BR activity by during oral breathing when the OB is not stimulated and show that the early correlates of awareness do not vary with the respiratory phase but vary with the cardiac phase, albeit with somewhat delayed timing. Furthermore, the P3a component was modulated by awareness only when BR activity was low (inhalation, diastole). Our findings clarify the interplay between OB stimulation and BR activity for the conscious processing of a visual stimulus: the fluctuations in BR activity alone cannot explain how early sensory processes affect the perceptual outcome. Only when both OB stimulation is present and BR activity is low, is the P1 the earliest ERP component modulated by awareness.
Bloch Transistor for Cryogenic Quantum Electronics
Authors: Antonov Vladimir , Antonov Ilya , Shaikhaidarov Rais , Kim Kyung , Golubev Dmitry , Linzen Sven , Il'ichev Evgeni , Astafiev Oleg
Published: January 2025

We report on the development of a Bloch transistor (BT) for the emerging platform of cryogenic quantum electronics. The BT is a fully quantum non-dissipative device facilitating precise delivery of the quantised current to the circuit, I=2efn (where n is an integer, e is the charge of an electron, and f is the microwave frequency). It does not have an analogue in classical electronics, but it is required for quantum ones. The amplitude of the quantized current is adjustable through four controls: the gate or bias voltage and the frequency or amplitude of the microwave. The device features Josephson junctions operating in the regime of Bloch oscillations, an isolating electromagnetic circuit and microwave feeding leads. BT operates at a bias of ∼ 5 μV, and can deliver the quantized
currents of up to 10 nA.
Effects of a College-Based Intervention to Increase Physical Activity and Decrease Screen Time Among Pakistani Students: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Roy Nadeem , Tanveer Moazzam , Ardigò Luca Paolo , Badicu Georgian
Published: January 2025

Background
The increasing prevalence of physical inactivity and excessive screen time among college students poses significant health risks, including obesity and related diseases. This study evaluates the effectiveness of a 12-week multilevel intervention designed to enhance physical activity and reduce screen time among Pakistani college students aged 18–25.
Objective
This study aimed to assess the impact of a structured intervention incorporating physical education improvements, extracurricular activities, and family engagement on the physical activity levels and screen time of Pakistani college students.
Methods
Employing a randomized controlled trial design, this research was conducted in eight public colleges in Lahore, Punjab. Cluster sampling was utilized to form two groups: an intervention group (n = 980) and a control group (n = 1,020). Pre- and post-test surveys, along with anthropometric measurements, were employed to evaluate changes in physical activity, screen time, and weight status, using BMI as a measure of overweight and obesity.
Results
At baseline, both groups exhibited similar demographic characteristics and physical activity levels. Post-intervention results showed a significant increase in physical activity in the intervention group, with 75% engaging in physical activity more than twice a week compared to 30% pre-intervention (p < 0.001). Conversely, the control group maintained high levels of inactivity, with 73% reporting less than twice a week of physical activity. Screen time decreased significantly in the intervention group (p < 0.001), alongside notable reductions in BMI and waist circumference.
Conclusion
The multilevel intervention effectively increased physical activity and reduced screen time among Pakistani college students. These findings underscore the importance of implementing structured, supportive interventions in educational settings to foster healthier lifestyles among young adults. Further research is warranted to explore long-term sustainability and scalability of such interventions across diverse populations.
Virtual Physical Therapist System Using Full-Chain Patient Data — Focusing on Rehabilitation of Orthopedic Lower Limb Postoperative
Authors: Chen Yuze , Liu Ruotao , Zhang Changqing , Xue Bingsen , Yuan Yizhe , Wang Chengxiang , Wang Ruoxi , Zu Weitao , Jiao Rushi , Fang Xin , Liu Shuyu , Liu Fang , Ma Xin , Zheng Xianyou , Zhang Jinshan , Zheng Yongqiang , Wei Hongjiang , Zhang Zhiyong , Zhang Ya , Wang Yanfeng , Huang Qiu , Zhu Zhenzhong , Jin Cheng
Published: January 2025

Personalized weight-bearing rehabilitation is crucial for orthopedic lower limb postoperative patients with different health backgrounds. However, physical therapists are in significant shortage, and the effectiveness of one-size-fits-all rehabilitation plans varies greatly. Here, using full-chain data from hospitalization to rehabilitation of over 1,200 patients across 25 medical institutions, a comprehensive AI-driven rehabilitation system was proposed as a Virtual Physical Therapist (VPT). The system achieves automatic formulation of overall rehabilitation plans at discharge (Multimodal Rehabilitation Schedule Network) and real-time dynamic interventions during the rehabilitation process (InsFormer). Multi-center validation showed that over 95% of patients achieved reasonable weight-bearing training in the appropriate rehabilitation period. Mean absolute error (MAE) of recovery time prediction is 0.8 week. Specifically, it showed superior rehabilitation outcomes for some patients with underlying diseases or the elderly, surpassing the diagnostic level of senior physicians. This generative AI approach adapts to changes in patients’ physical function and specific rehabilitation feedback, shortening recovery time, improving rehabilitation outcomes, and opening up new pathways for intelligent rehabilitation paradigms.
Health status assessment of tropical trees in Malay beechwood (Gmelina arborea Roxb.) plantation using electrical resistivity method and electrical impedance tomography
Authors: Olaoye Kayode , Agbo-Adediran Adewale , Wang Xiping , Soge Ayodele O. , Abodunrin Kolawole , Adenuga Denis , Ayankoso Samuel
Published: January 2025

This study investigates the tree health status of a Malay beechwood (Gmelina arborea Roxb.) plantation using the non-destructive four-point electrical resistivity method and electrical impedance tomography (EIT). Twenty standing G. arboreatrees (T1-T20) of different stem diameters were selected for evaluation. The electrical resistivities of the sampled trees were measured with varying current penetration and subjected to descriptive statistical analysis, analysis of variance (ANOVA), and correlation analysis. EIT tomograms were generated for three trees to corroborate the electrical resistivity findings. Subsequently, the trees were felled to inspect internal decay visually. Healthy trees exhibited a consistent pattern of increasing electrical resistivity from sapwood to heartwood, ranging between 58 Ωm and 1797 Ωm, while unhealthy trees, T1 and T6 were characterized by irregular electrical resistivity patterns with exorbitant mean values of 193,508 Ωm and 5,542 Ωm, respectively. Also, we found a negative significant correlation between stem diameters and electrical resistivity at the core stem. The ANOVA and follow-up test showed significant variability in the mean electrical resistivity of healthy trees. Trees T3 and T8, which exhibited lower mean electrical resistivity values of 157 Ωm and 183 Ωm, respectively, were determined to be healthier. The EIT tomograms and cross-sectional analyses of the felled trees corroborated the results obtained from the four-point electrical resistivity method.
Direct measurement of Two-Photon Absorption and Refraction properties of SZ2080™-based resists at 515 nm: insights into 3D printing
Authors: Stavrou Michalis , LADIKA DIMITRA , SKLIUTAS EDVINAS , JUKNA VYTAUTAS , GRAY DAVID , FARSARI MARIA , JUODKAZIS SAULIUS , MALINAUSKAS MANGIRDAS
Published: January 2025

The two-photon absorption (TPA) and non-linear refraction coefficients β and n2 of SZ2080TM resist with the photo-initiators (PI) IRG369 and BIS (Irgacure 369 and 4,4' bis(diethylamino)-benzophenone or Michler’s ketone) are determined using the Z-scan method at a wavelength of 515 nm. The nonlinear response of the host polymer is shown to have a considerable contribution to energy deposition despite the addition of the PI, as the host polymer makes up the majority of 99% in the solution. TPA cross section σ = 5.7 ± 0.4 GM (1GM = 10-50 cm4sphoton-1) for pure SZ2080ΤΜ, 40 GM for IRG and 87 GM for BIS at 515 nm. The positive n2 = (85.3 ± 6) × 10-5 cm2/TW for pure polymer favors self-focusing and is larger than that for PIs: 16 × 10-5 cm2/TW (IRG369) and 2.8 × 10-5 cm2/TW (BIS). Hence, the properties of the host material govern non-linear light propagation, although, in high numerical aperture focusing, the self-focusing has a negligible effect. Z-scan experiments were carried out at a low 1 kHz laser repetition rate to exclude thermal accumulation at the focal region. These findings will allow for the estimation of exact energy deposition in 3D laser printing using ultrashort laser pulses.
Adaptation Study of Pragmatics Profile to Turkish
Authors: Genç Tamer , Genç Esra , Uzuner Yıldız , Ertürk Mustul Emel , Doğan Murat
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Pragmatic skills play an important role in communicating and being involved in social life. It is known that children with special needs have difficulty with pragmatic skills, which is called the social use of language. Measurement and evaluation processes are very important to plan the educational processes of children with special needs, prepare effective intervention programs, and determine the steps to be followed in education processes. Accordingly, it is important to determine which functions of the pragmatic component children with special needs have difficulty with in terms of the development of both language skills and other related skills to develop appropriate solutions. It is known that evaluations made through interviews with parents are very useful, especially in early childhood and in studies with children with special needs. In this respect, it is thought that it is very important to adapt The Pragmatics Profile for People who Use Alternative and Augmentative Communication to Turkish since few evaluation tools in Türkiye allow the pragmatic skills of children with both special needs and typical development to be evaluated as a result of interviews with parents. In this direction, the study aims to adapt the Pragmatics Profile to Turkish.
Method: The study is a measurement tool adaptation study. In cross-cultural adaptation studies, the adaptation process and the translators and experts involved in the process are very important. In this study, the adaptation process meticulously adhered to the steps of initial translation, synthesis of translations, back-translation, expert committee review, and testing of the pre-final version.
Findings: It is thought that both the linguistic equivalence and structural validity of the tool are ensured in the context of the linguistic competencies of the translators involved in the adaptation study, the experiences of the field experts in research methods and techniques, their expertise in the measurement and evaluation of language skills, and the completeness of the adaptation process.
Discussion: The adapted Pragmatic Profile was found to be a valid and reliable measurement tool for the assessment of pragmatic language skills of children with hearing loss and hearing children. It is thought that the assessments to be made with the Pragmatic Profile will provide comprehensive information to special education specialists and researchers about the pragmatic difficulties experienced by children.
Entropy-based groundwater quality monitoring network design using a simulation–optimization approach by coupling genetic algorithm, MODFLOW and MT3DMS
Authors: Farshad Hasan , Shourian Mojtaba , Salehi Maryam Javan
Published: January 2025

Groundwater resources meet a substantial portion of Iran's water demands, making awareness of groundwater quality essential for effective resource management. However, direct water quality monitoring is both time-consuming and costly. This study aims to optimize the monitoring network for groundwater quality at the Eshtehard plain, Iran, to reduce operational costs while maximizing information gained. A simulation–optimization approach is developed based on entropy theory, using SWAT to simulate runoff and nitrate recharge to the aquifer. Groundwater flow and quality are further modeled with MODFLOW–MT3DMS, while a genetic algorithm (GA) in MATLAB determines the optimal configuration of monitoring wells. Runoff calibration in SWAT achieved a coefficient of determination of 0.85 and a Nash–Sutcliffe efficiency of 0.81. For the groundwater model, NS values of 0.99 and 0.75 were achieved for steady-state and transient calibrations, respectively. Results indicate that 7 wells, out of 19 active monitoring wells, can provide sufficient qualitative information, allowing reduced sampling effort. To validate these findings, the fuzzy C-means clustering method was applied for comparative analysis. A joint entropy-based comparison revealed that the FCM-derived network provided less information significance than the GA-optimized network, underscoring the robustness of the proposed approach for designing efficient groundwater quality monitoring networks.
Glacier-influenced hydrological regimes in the Afghanistan Hindu Kush Himalaya under current and future climate
Authors: Shokory Jamal Abdul Naser , Horton Pascal , Schaefli Bettina , Lane Stuart N.
Published: January 2025

Glaciers in the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) are important freshwater resources. Glacier recession may lead to a significant decrease in summer runoff. This study focuses on Afghanistan in the western Himalayas with an arid to semi-arid climate, where, despite strong societal and ecosystem dependance upon mountain water resources, the contribution of glacier melt is poorly known. This study used a new conceptual precipitation and ice melt-runoff model to assess current and future streamflow, taking into account the effects of debris-covered ice. Three catchments with varying glacier cover are considered: Sust (4,609 km2, 15.6% glacier cover) in eastern Afghanistan; the Taqchakhana (264.4 km2 area, 2.8% glacier cover) in northern Afghanistan; and the Bamyan (325.3 km2, 0.7% glacier cover) in central Afghanistan. Results identified different annual hydrological regimes, with glacier runoff dominating Sust (76%), rain and snow runoff dominating Taqchakhana (50%), and baseflow dominating Bamyan (61%). Under RCP 2.6, glacier runoff in Sust and Taqchakhana is expected to increase until 2050, then decline as temperatures stabilize; under RCP 8.5, a more significant increase is projected, while runoff in Bamyan will decrease throughout the century. Catchments may experience a peak water phase due to both temperature effects and progressively diminishing size of glaciers.
Application of nanofiltration membrane process for the treatment of laundry wastewater
Authors: Sugali Chandra Sekhar , Sajja Chandrasekhar , G. Naga Srinivas , Sundergopal Sridhar
Published: January 2025

The present study investigated the physicochemical characteristics of laundry wastewater (LWW) collected from the CSIR-IICT Hyderabad hostel, and the operation and performance of the hydrophilized polyamide (HPA) nanofiltration membrane before and after the treatment process. The samples were analyzed for pH, electrical conductivity (EC), turbidity, total suspended solids (TSS), total dissolved solids (TDS), chemical oxygen demand (COD), color, hardness, calcium, chloride, and nitrate. A significant reduction in the impurities was observed for LWW including 100% color and turbidity for both membranes; 92.2% TSS, 85.5% TDS, 96.25% COD, 91% hardness, 85.5% calcium, 96.5% chloride, and 99% nitrate for HPA-100 of both runs, whereas 92% TSS, 81.2% TDS, 96.1% COD, 90.25% hardness, 81.25% calcium, 85.5% chloride, and 98.1% nitrate for HPA-250 of both runs, respectively.
Current status and views on the discharge of domestic wastewater to the environment in developing Asia
Authors: Otaki Yurina , Otaki Masahiro , Thuy Do Quyen Thi , Shibao Erina , Nagai Hiro , Tokunaga Chika
Published: January 2025

A sufficient water supply is important for human health; however, it results in the generation of large amounts of domestic wastewater. This study aimed to determine the impact of domestic wastewater on the surrounding environment as well as residents' opinions on the issue. Domestic wastewater consists of blackwater (toilet wastewater) and greywater (miscellaneous domestic wastewater), each of which is discharged in different ways. Blackwater was treated using a septic tank, without the required desludging, despite policy goals, owing to a lack of awareness among residents as well as structural problems. However, the targeted septic tanks efficiently removed microbiological indicators. It is assumed that the larger capacity and tropical savanna climate, with consistently high temperatures, were beneficial for the treatment process. Greywater was discharged into public waters without any treatment and caused degradation of the waterside environment. More than 70% of respondents thought there was a problem with the canal that flows close to houses; however, there was variation in the awareness. It is necessary to reduce the greywater load from each household at the source as much as possible, and this goal requires residents to have an accurate understanding of greywater emissions.
Modified sustainable water management strategy in batch process plants: a case study on reducing freshwater consumption
Authors: Jivani Jaydeep , Srinivasarao Meka , Dhanwani Anand
Published: January 2025

Batch process industries generate substantial wastewater due to the repeated washing of process units, driving high freshwater demand. Sustainable practices are essential to minimize freshwater usage and ensure effective wastewater treatment before discharge. This study proposes an efficient wastewater management network by implementing recycling strategies to reduce freshwater consumption in equipment washing. Using a case study of a commercial pharmaceutical plant, the proposed method demonstrates a significant reduction in freshwater consumption by nearly 58% and operating costs by 57%. The approach involves integrating recycling strategies and optimizing storage tanks to handle low-contaminated wash water before discharge, resulting in a payback period of less than 3 months. In addition, strategic end-of-pipe treatment selection ensures that wastewater meets regulatory standards, reduces influent fluctuations, and facilitates optimal treatment technique selection. The findings highlight the dual benefits of environmental sustainability and economic efficiency, emphasizing the importance of innovative approaches in wastewater management. This study presents a roadmap for batch process industries to enhance resource utilization and reduce costs significantly by adopting recycling strategies, optimizing water handling, and selecting suitable treatment methods, thereby aligning with Sustainable Development Goals.
Presença de anormalidades anatômicas na eminência arqueada do osso temporal: um estudo em cadáveres
Authors: Moura Kelvin
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACT
 
Introduction: the arcuate eminence (AS) is an important anatomical repair to demarcate the location of the superior semicircular canal (SSC) during surgeries with access through the middle cranial fossa. However, its use has been questioned in the literature due to its varied presentation and questionable relationship with CSS. Objective: to elucidate the topography of the arcuate eminence and observe the presence of anatomical changes and/or variations in this structure. Methodology: this is a cross-sectional study developed from the open dissection of adult cadaver heads. All anatomical measurements were performed with the aid of a digital carbon fiber caliper with an accuracy of 0.1 mm. Results: the study consisted of the analysis of 40 antimeres from 20 specimens. It was possible to identify EA in 92.5% of these pieces and no CSS dehiscence was observed in any of the pieces studied. The distance from EA to cranial vault was on average 25.66mm with a standard deviation of ± 4.6; from the EA to the internal carotid arteries was 47.12mm with a standard deviation of ± 4.2 and from the EA to the internal auditory canal the distance was 18.23mm, with a standard deviation of ± 2.6. Conclusion: EA is a structure with varied presentation, such that an individualized and detailed preoperative study is necessary for a correct and safe surgical technique. CSS dehiscence is a rare variation that requires local studies on its prevalence.
Comparação de respotas funcionais de duas espécie de peixes píscivoras
Authors:   , Carvalho Thiago Lima de Carvalho
Published: January 2025

Espécies do gênero Cichla têm sido introduzidas em vários ecossistemas
aquáticos tropicais, resultando em uma redução na diversidade e tamanho populacional de
assembleias de peixes nativos, devido a sua atuação predatória. Os mecanismos de predação
pelos quais o tucunaré (Cichla kelberi) permanece pouco conhecido. Nesse estudo foram
comparadas as resposta funcionais de um peixe predador alienígena C. kelberi e de um
predador nativo Hoplias aff. malabaricus. Especificamente, foram testadas as hipóteses: 1)
que ambas as espécies de predador apresentam respostas funcionais do Tipo II, na qual a
espécie preda em baixa densidade, sobre diferentes espécies de presas, e que 2) as respostas
funcionais do predador alienígena foram maiores para todas as presas, quando comparados
com o predador nativo. Os predadores foram aclimatados nos tanques de 500 litros e
alimentados duas vezes ao dia com alevinos de Oreochromis niloticus e Litopenaeus
vannamei durante 3 dias, 4 presas pela manhã e 4 presas a tarde. Os níveis de fome foram
padronizados depois de um jejum de 48 horas. Foi introduzido aleatoriamente um exemplar
de C. kelberi em cada tanque de O. niloticus com densidades iniciais de presas de 2, 4, 8, 16,
25 e 40 e para L. vannamei 2, 4, 8, 16, 32 e 64 (n = 4 por densidade), e depois de 24 horas
contabilizado o número de presas consumidas. Este método foi repetido para o predador
nativo H. aff. malabaricus. Totalizando 48 unidades experimentais. A resposta funcional de
C, kelberi foi maior ou equivalente a do predador nativo H. aff. malabaricus. Não houve
diferença no consumo entre as duas espécies nas baixas densidades. A taxa de ataque não
diferenciou entre os dois predadores e o tempo de manipulação foi impulsionado por C,
kelberi para a espécie O. niloticus. As duas espécies apresentaram resposta funcional do tipo
II corroborando com o método de resposta funcional comparativa de prever os impactos nas
comunidades nativas. Respostas funcionais é um método rápido e confiável para previsão de
impactos ecológicos de espécies invasoras.
Co-Designing a Digital Brief Intervention to Reduce the Risk of Prescription Opioid–Related Harm Among People With Chronic Noncancer Pain: Qualitative Analysis of Patient Lived Experiences
Authors: Elphinston Rachel A , Pager Sue , Brown Kelly , Sterling Michele , Fatehi Farhad , Gray Paul , Hipper Linda , Cahill Lauren , Connor Jason P.
Published: January 2025

Background

Opioid medications are important for pain management, but many patients progress to unsafe medication use. With few personalized and accessible behavioral treatment options to reduce potential opioid-related harm, new and innovative patient-centered approaches are urgently needed to fill this gap.

Objective

This study involved the first phase of co-designing a digital brief intervention to reduce the risk of opioid-related harm by investigating the lived experience of chronic noncancer pain (CNCP) in treatment-seeking patients, with a particular focus on opioid therapy experiences.

Methods

Eligible patients were those aged between 18 and 70 years with CNCP at a clinically significant level of intensity (a score of ≥4 of 10). Purposive sampling was used to engage patients on public hospital waitlists via mail or through the treating medical specialist. Participants (N=18; n=10 women; mean age 49.5 years, SD 11.50) completed semistructured telephone interviews. Interviews were transcribed verbatim, thematically analyzed using grounded theory, and member checked by patients.

Results

Eight overarching themes were found, listed in the order of their prominence from most to least prominent: limited treatment collaboration and partnership; limited biopsychosocial understanding of pain; continued opioid use when benefits do not outweigh harms; a trial-and-error approach to opioid use; cycles of hopefulness and hopelessness; diagnostic uncertainty; significant negative impacts tied to loss; and complexity of pain and opioid use journeys.

Conclusions

The findings of this study advance progress in co-designing digital brief interventions by actively engaging patient partners in their lived experiences of chronic pain and use of prescription opioid medications. The key recommendations proposed should guide the development of personalized solutions to address the complex care needs of patients with CNCP.
Co-Designing a Digital Brief Intervention to Reduce the Risk of Prescription Opioid–Related Harm Among People With Chronic Noncancer Pain: Qualitative Analysis of Patient Lived Experiences (Preprint)
Authors: Elphinston Rachel A , Pager Sue , Brown Kelly , Sterling Michele , Fatehi Farhad , Gray Paul , Hipper Linda , Cahill Lauren , Connor Jason P.
Published: January 2025

BACKGROUND

Opioid medications are important for pain management, but many patients progress to unsafe medication use. With few personalized and accessible behavioral treatment options to reduce potential opioid-related harm, new and innovative patient-centered approaches are urgently needed to fill this gap.

OBJECTIVE

This study involved the first phase of co-designing a digital brief intervention to reduce the risk of opioid-related harm by investigating the lived experience of chronic noncancer pain (CNCP) in treatment-seeking patients, with a particular focus on opioid therapy experiences.

METHODS

Eligible patients were those aged between 18 and 70 years with CNCP at a clinically significant level of intensity (a score of ≥4 of 10). Purposive sampling was used to engage patients on public hospital waitlists via mail or through the treating medical specialist. Participants (N=18; n=10 women; mean age 49.5 years, SD 11.50) completed semistructured telephone interviews. Interviews were transcribed verbatim, thematically analyzed using grounded theory, and member checked by patients.

RESULTS

Eight overarching themes were found, listed in the order of their prominence from most to least prominent: limited treatment collaboration and partnership; limited biopsychosocial understanding of pain; continued opioid use when benefits do not outweigh harms; a trial-and-error approach to opioid use; cycles of hopefulness and hopelessness; diagnostic uncertainty; significant negative impacts tied to loss; and complexity of pain and opioid use journeys.

CONCLUSIONS

The findings of this study advance progress in co-designing digital brief interventions by actively engaging patient partners in their lived experiences of chronic pain and use of prescription opioid medications. The key recommendations proposed should guide the development of personalized solutions to address the complex care needs of patients with CNCP.
Revolutionizing Civil Servant’s Work Behavior through Flexible Working Spaces: Digital Transformation &Green Practices at the Ministry of Finance
Authors: Senja Puput Yanita , Silviani Wahyu Dian , Puspita Rosana Eri
Published: January 2025

Introduction/Main Objectives: The COVID-19 pandemic forced the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Indonesia to carry out a digital transformation by employing the concept of the Flexible Working Space (FWS) to ensure its civil servants can use the Work From Anywhere (WFA) system, including the Work From Home (WFH) system. These concepts are expected to help civil servants to optimize their performance.  Background Problems: FWS has been practiced for two years, but detailed information on how the civil servants’ green work behavior has helped in maintaining their performance has not been investigated. Novelty: The researchers also studied how the digital transformation has changed the working practices among civil servants at the Ministry of Finance, and do they employ more green practices now? Discussion about the civil servants' green work behavior during this digital transformation is still limited. Research Methods: This study applied a qualitative technique to analyze the data obtained from an online qualitative survey, focus group discussions (FGD), observations and docu­mentation. These research data were validated through a triangulation approach before being analyzed using the theory of planned behavior (TPB). Finding/ Results: The positive aspects of the Ministry of Finance’s digital transformation, which occurred during the pandemic, are civil servants can work faster, more efficiently, more flexibly, and they are more focused, but they have less contact with other people. While the identified disadvantage is that the internet network is occasionally unstable, thus disrupting the learning and discussion processes. The civil servants at the Ministry of Finance had used several green practices before the pandemic began, such as saving water, saving electricity, and to some extent they had gone plasticless and paperless. After the pandemic happened and FWS was implemented, these practices became more prominent, producing better results compared to the results before the pandemic. The pandemic also brought other advantages, including carbon emissions reductions and time savings. Conclusion: The FWS concept in the Ministry of Finance changed the work behavior related to the digital transformation, and the green work behavior of the civil servants. This is based on the TPB which includes attitudes, subjective norms, and behavioral control. Digital transformation using the FWS concept has had positive and negative impacts on the civil servants' green work behavior, and in maintaining their performance.
Cicatrices de Tuskegee: memoria, bioética y desconfianza médica en tiempos de pandemia
Authors: Arce Alfaro Valeria Zeltzin , García Gómez Angélica
Published: January 2025

El experimento de Tuskegee (1932-1972) dejó un profundo impacto en la confianza de comunidades afroamericanas hacia el sistema médico. Este trauma histórico resurgió durante la pandemia de COVID-19, en el que sectores vulnerables, como afroamericanos, latinos y nativos americanos, mostraron desconfianza hacia las vacunas, influenciados por recuerdos de abusos en la práctica médica.
Algunos afroamericanos relacionaron la rapidez en el desarrollo de las vacunas con el engaño sufrido en Tuskegee, temiendo nuevamente ser objeto de experimentación. Sin embargo, otros, incluidos descendientes de los afectados por Tuskegee, defendieron la vacunación, mostrando una evolución en la relación entre estas comunidades y la ciencia.
A pesar de las barreras iniciales, la experiencia histórica y la ética médica mejorada ayudaron a generar confianza con el tiempo, destacando la necesidad de transparencia y respeto en futuras crisis sanitarias para evitar repetir errores del pasado.
Escribo mis sentimietos. Guia para favorecer la motivación de los niños para escribir en la escuela y en el hogar
Authors: Cruz Martínez Pedro , Jiménez Hernández María Estela
Published: January 2025

Guía para favorecer la motivación para escribir en la escuela y el hogar Bajo un enfoque constructivista sociocultural, se ofrece una guía compuesta por tareas auténticas e interesantes dirigidas a que los alumnos expresen por escrito sus pensamientos, sentimientos e intereses en la escuela y el hogar.
Se organiza el trabajo mediante proyectos, con estrategias para favorecer que los niños/as sean
protagonistas de su propio aprendizaje y le brinda al docente la posibilidad de ajustar sus acciones
para promover el aprendizaje significativo en sus estudiantes.
Explica cómo promover la interacción positiva entre profesores y alumnos y la comunicación entre
los niños y sus familias mediante la expresión escrita, considerando los intereses de los niños y
favoreciendo su empoderamiento y motivación.
Constituye una guía fácil de emplear, que incrementa el gusto e interés de los niños por escribir,
favorece el acercamiento y la armonía familiar y la participación prepositiva de las familias en el
aula. Asimismo, promueve la autoestima de los niños y sus familias.
Está dirigido a los docentes, psicólogos escolares, pedagogos y demás profesionales de la
educación interesados por mejorar el interés, el gusto y la habilidad de los niños/as para escribir.
Plantas medicinais e a produção de tecnologias negrorreferenciadas na formação docente em Ciências/Química
Authors: Faustino Gustavo Augusto Assis , Bernardes Clarissa Alves Carneiro , Vargas Regina Nobre , Silva Thatianny Alves de Lima , Ruela Brunno André Ruela , Costa Fernando Rocha da Costa , Camargo Marysson Jonas Rodrigues Camargo , Benite Anna Maria Canavarro Benite
Published: January 2025

O currículo pode refletir e reproduzir diferentes sistemas de opressão. Dessa forma, urge a necessidade de trabalhar temáticas vinculadas às relações étnico-raciais na formação inicial e continuada de professores/as, por meio do deslocamento epistêmico ancorado na interculturalidade. Com elementos de uma pesquisa participante, nosso objetivo neste trabalho foi analisar e caracterizar o processo formativo dos/as pós-graduandos/as no desenvolvimento de um seminário, como etapa avaliativa da disciplina, no que diz respeito aos conhecimentos tradicionais sobre as plantas medicinais. Nossos resultados mostram a necessidade de superação das limitações impostas por uma visão eurocêntrica da realidade, principalmente na importância de discutir sobre os conhecimentos e tecnologias africanas e afrodiaspóricas na formação docente. Além disso, reconhecemos o quão importante é discutir sobre a produção de Ciência e Tecnologia Negrorreferenciadas. Dessa forma, nossos resultados mostram também a possibilidade de se trabalhar com os/as docentes de Ciências estratégias teórico-metodológicas que viabilizem o deslocamento epistêmico. Por fim, nossos resultados mostram que processos formativos como este parecem ter cumprido sua função social ao instigarem estes docentes em Ciências/Química a buscarem, para além do modelo engessado da sua formação, possibilidades de debater as tecnologias negrorreferenciadas nos currículos escolares.
Integration of visible thinking routine in Nurul Fikri Islamic School as an effort to train thinking skills
Authors: Rahmat R. , Wahyudin Dinn , Dewi Laksmi
Published: January 2025

This study aimed to analyze the implementation of the Visible Thinking Routine (VTR) in Nurul Fikri Islamic School as an approach to training students' thinking skills. Using the survey research methodology, data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews with the science teacher population, and document analysis. The study's results stated that the use of VTR has a varied pattern, with a reasonably high adoption rate in Islamic Elementary School (IES) and Islamic High School (IHS) in certain months. At the same time, Islamic Middle School (IMS) recorded lower and consistent usage; IES was more active in implementing VTR in the last months, while IHS tended to be consistent throughout the month in this study. However, a significant issue in its implementation is the teacher's paradigm, which views the primary focus of learning as completing the subject matter, limiting the broader application of VTR as a tool for developing critical thinking skills. In addition, the biggest obstacle in implementation is the teacher's paradigm, which views the main focus of learning as completing the subject matter. VTR has a strategic role in training thinking skills and has yet to become the main focus of the learning process. This study recommends strengthening teacher training programs and integrating VTR into learning planning to improve teaching effectiveness in Islamic schools.
Neuroaccounting: Integrating Neurophysiological Techniques into Accounting and Accounting Information Systems Research
Authors: Rotaru Kristian , Rose Jacob M. , Ganbold Odkhishig , Rose Anna M. , Loveridge Jonathan , Stamatelatos Anna
Published: January 2025

This paper is designed to enhance accounting researchers’ understanding of neurophysiological research methods. Our methodological guide presents the latest innovations in this realm, including pupillometry, facial expression analysis, electroencephalography, electrocardiography, functional magnetic resonance imaging, electrodermal activity assessment, and functional near-infrared spectroscopy. The paper introduces readers to uses of neurophysiological research techniques by identifying key themes in the recent AIS literature and assessing the potential value of a spectrum of neurophysiological techniques for advancing these research themes. In essence, this paper serves as a foundational guide for researchers aspiring to harness the potential of neurophysiological techniques in accounting contexts.
Comparison of patient testimonials of orthognathic surgery on YouTube and TikTok
Authors: Alvarado Garcia Arianna , Rahman Leah , Gregoski Mathew J. , Andrade Ildeu
Published: January 2025

Objectives

To investigate and compare the educational value of the most popular testimonials between TikTok (TT) and YouTube (YT), and to classify the emotional response of viewers through sentiment analysis of video comments on both platforms involving orthodontic patients who will undergo orthognathic surgery.

Materials and Methods

Two distinct social media searches were conducted using specific search phrases on TT and YT. For each search phrase, 30 videos were gathered from each platform, and details such as number of views, likes, and comments were recorded for each video. Each video was then evaluated for completeness of information using an Information Completeness Score (ICS). A set of comments were collected for each video, and a Sentiment Analysis Score (SAS) was assigned using Azure Machine Learning.

Results

TT had a higher number of views, likes, and comments. YT videos had a significantly higher ICS than TT (P < .0001). No statistically significant difference was found when evaluating SAS between the platforms or across phrase groups (P > .05), and no relationship was found between views, likes, comments, and SAS or ICS.

Conclusions

YT had higher-quality information within patient testimonials posted due to higher ICS values found than TT. Patient testimonials were not determined to have a positive or negative influence on potential patient opinions in either platform. Orthodontists should leverage their own TT profiles to help direct patients toward meaningful YT testimonials through informative video links.
Translation, cross-cultural adaptation, and psychometric properties of the Finnish version of the Malocclusion Impact Questionnaire (MIQ)
Authors: Campos Lucas Arrais , Kaikkonen Terhi , Ylitervo Kaisa , Ylikontiola Leena , Sofia Silvola Anna-
Published: January 2025

Objectives: This study aimed to translate and adapt the Malocclusion Impact Questionnaire (MIQ) into Finnish; to estimate its psychometric properties when applied to Finnish adolescents; and to estimate the effect of demographic characteristics on the perceived impact of malocclusion.
Methods: The Finnish version of MIQ (MIQ-Fi) was established through translation, back-translation, and a pilot study. Psychometric properties were estimated using factorial validity (confirmatory factor analysis [CFA]), convergent validity (Average Variance Extracted [AVE]), and reliability (αordinal and ω). Structural Equation Model estimated the effect of demographic characteristics on malocclusion impact.
Results: A total of 268 Finnish adolescents participated in the study (mean age = 13.4 [standard deviation, SD = 1.5] years, 48.5% girls). MIQ-Fi factor model presented an adequate fit to the data after refinements (CFA: comparative fit index [CFI] = 0.96, Tucker-Lewis index [TLI] = 0.95, standardized root mean square residual [SRMR] = 0.08, exclusion of 4 items and 1 correlation between items error). Convergent validity (AVE = 0.61) and reliability (αordinal and ω ≥ 0.90) were adequate. Gender and self-reported need for orthodontic treatment had moderate effects on malocclusion impact (βstandardized = 0.36 and 0.30, respectively, p < 0.01), while other demographic characteristics had weak effects (βstandardized < |0.18|, p < 0.04).
Conclusion: MIQ-Fi demonstrated adequate psychometric properties and can measure malocclusion impact in Finnish adolescents. Demographic characteristics had weak to moderate effect on the malocclusion impact.