bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ВПЛИВ ГІДРОДИНАМІЧНИХ ПРОЦЕСІВ НА ЕКОСИСТЕМИ У КОНТЕКСТІ ЕКСПЛУАТАЦІЇ ГЕС
Authors: КОЧІШ Софія , НОВИК Олена
Published: August 2024

Ця робота розглядає гідродинамічні процеси, що відбуваються під час роботи гідроелектростанції та їхні наслідки. Було проаналізовано та оцінено вплив  функціонування та конструкції ГЕС на екосистему навколишнього середовища. Виявлено, що, хоча гідроелектростанції є комерційно привабливими відновлюваними джерелами електроенергії та мають низькі викиди забруднень, гідродинамічні процеси в них сприяють евтрофікації водойми, ерозії ґрунту та знижують якість води.
ОБМЕЖЕННЯ ВІДХОДІВ МЕТАЛІВ ТА СПЛАВІВ У ЕКСПЕРИМЕНТАЛЬНОМУ МАЛОСЕРІЙНОМУ ПРИЛАДОВУДУВАННІ
Authors: НЕСІН Віталій , ЛАХТАДИР Сергій , МАЄТНИЙ Михайло , КАГЛИНСЬКИЙ Олег , ДОСЕНКО Сергій , КУЗНЄЦОВ Олексій , БІЛЕВСЬКИЙ Петро , ПАВЛЕНКО Вікторія
Published: August 2024

Робота описує створення способу зменшення витрат металів та сплавів у експериментальному малосерійному приладобудуванні. В способі застосований комплексний підхід до організації різних видів спрямованої діяльності. В роботі проаналізована послідовність наукової, творчої, вишукувальної, економічної діяльності по створенню нових приладів. Відзначений вплив на кінцевий результат зворотного зв’язку між виконавцями послідовних робіт.
АНАЛІЗ ЕКОЛОГІЧНОГО СТАНУ МІКРОБІОМУ ҐРУНТІВ КИЇВСЬКОЇ ОБЛАСТІ
Authors: ЛЕВІШКО Алла , ГУМЕНЮК Ірина
Published: August 2024

Сільськогосподарські ґрунти перебувають під постійним антропогенним впливом, а тому важливо знати, як дії людини впливають на інтенсивність і спрямованість мікробіологічних процесів, що є основою родючості ґрунту. Метою дослідження було продемонструвати стан мікробної екосистеми ґрунтів Київської області за допомогою комплексного підходу. Дослідження виявило чіткі відмінності між двома досліджуваними системами. У мінеральній системі загальна мікробна біомаса та більшість груп мікроорганізмів корелювали з вуглецем гумусу та пов'язаними з ним пулами вуглецю.
ВПЛИВ ЗАБРУДНЕННЯ НАФТОПРОДУКТАМИ НА ДЕГРАДАЦІЮ ГРУНТУ
Authors: ЧЕРНЯК Лариса , МАНЄЦКІ Томаш , ЧЕШЕЛЬСКІ Радослав , МІХЄЄВ Олександр , ДМИТРУХА Тетяна
Published: August 2024

Авторами проаналізовано проблему забруднення нафтопродуктами ґрунтів на територіях транспортних підприємств. Досліджено вплив різної концентрації у ґрунтів авіаційного палива марки Джет А-1 та процесу фіторемедіації на поліфенолксидазну активність ґрунту. Визначено стимулюючу дію процесу фіторемедіації на поліфенолксидазну активність ґрунту, забрудненого авіаційним паливом.
Polyacetylene Prepared by Chemical Dehydration of Poly(vinyl Alcohol)
Authors: Carotenuto Gianfranco , Nicolais Luigi
Published: August 2024

Recently, polyacetylene (PA) is receiving a renewed scientific attention due to its electrical properties potentially useful for energy applications (e.g., fabrication of electrodes for batteries and supercapacitors) and unique functional characteristics (e.g., flame retardant, oxygen scavenger, EMI-shielding, etc.). This chemical compound can be obtained in form of a polyacetylene-PVOH copolymers simply by chemical dehydration of poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVOH), which is a very common type of polymer, widely used in packaging and other technological areas. This very inexpensive chemical reaction for the large-scale synthesis of PA/polyvinylenes has been investigated by reacting PVOH with fuming sulfuric acid at room temperature. In this process, PVOH, shaped in form of film, is dipped in fuming sulfuric acid (i.e., H2SO4 at 95-97%) and, after complete chemical-dehydration, it has been mechanically removed from the liquid phase by using a nylon sieve. The reduction process leads to a substantial PVOH film conversion to PA as it has been proved by infrared spectroscopy (ATR-mode). Indeed, the ATR spectrum of the reaction product included all characteristic absorption bands of PA. The reaction product has been also characterized by UV-Vis spectroscopy in order to evidence the presence in the structure of conjugated carbon-carbon double bonds of various lengths. Differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) and thermogravimetric analysis have been used respectively to investigate the PA solid-state cis-trans isomerization and thermal stability in air and nitrogen, respectively.
Quantum Collapse in an Isolated Laboratory
Authors: Ring David
Published: August 2024

A simple model of a measurement in a laboratory isolated from the environment is analyzed in detail, demonstrating the features of the collapse effect. Such an experiment can readily be implemented today under the idealization of an observer's memory as a simple quantum system. The central role of loss of information is emphasized.
Modeling Signal Integrity in High-Frequency and Radio Frequency Circuits-A Comparison of Ohm’s Law Variants
Authors: Alex Kimuya
Published: August 2024

High-frequency circuit performance is significantly impacted by impedance variations, particularly within the low-resistance regime. Traditional Ohm’s Law based modeling approaches often fail to accurately predict circuit behavior in these conditions, leading to design inaccuracies and potential system failures. The Standard Ohm’s Law based model’s prediction of infinite current as resistance approaches zero is physically unrealistic and hinders its application in practical scenarios. Despite the recognition of these limitations, existing models have not comprehensively addressed the complex impedance behavior observed in high-frequency circuits. To overcome these challenges, this paper introduces a modified version of the Ohm’s Law incorporating an exponential correction term. The Modified Ohm’s Law’s accuracy was evaluated through simulated experiments across a wide frequency range (1kHz to 1GHz) using various electronic components. The findings demonstrate the superior performance of the modified model in predicting currents under low-resistance and high-current conditions compared to the Standard Ohm’s Law model. By providing finite and accurate current values, the proposed model effectively mitigates the unrealistic infinite current predictions of the standard approach. The enhanced predictive capabilities of the Modified Ohm’s Law hold significant implications for high-frequency circuit design and analysis. Its application can lead to improved performance and reliability in power electronics, telecommunications, and other high-frequency systems. By incorporating non-linear impedance behavior, the model offers a more accurate representation of real-world circuit conditions. Future research should focus on refining the exponential term’s parameters to optimize the model's accuracy across a broader range of applications. Additionally, real-time implementation and hardware validation are essential to assess the model's practical utility in complex circuit environments.
Tracking Workplace Violence over 20 Years
Authors: Magnavita Nicola , Meraglia Igor , Viti Giacomo , Gasbarri and Martina
Published: August 2024

Violence against healthcare workers (HCWs) is a widespread, underreported and inadequately prevented problem. Only a few companies have efficient systems for assessing the extent of the phenomenon. In 2005, the health surveillance service of a public health company introduced a system that monitored violence experienced by HCWs by means of three items from the Violent Incident Form (VIF), integrated with departmental in-depth analyses using the participatory ergonomics group technique. In 2005, the annual rate of physical assaults was 8.2%, that of threats 12.0%, while the harassment rate was 19.6%. Over the past twenty years of observation (2005-2024), the percentage of workers who reported experiencing a physical attack in the previous year at their periodic medical examination, has fluctuated between 5.8% and 11.1%, except for the years 2020 and 2021 when, during the COVID-19 pandemic, the rate was 3.9% and 3.2%, respectively. During the same pandemic period, the annual threat rate that ranged from 9.4% to 20.1%, dropped to 7.7%, while the prevalence of harassment, that was between 13.5 and 19.6, fell to 7.2%. HCWs believe that (i) limiting visitor access (ii) a better balance of the demand for services and (iii) a better attitude towards HCWs were the causes of the reduced rate of violence during the pandemic. Recording the violence experienced during health surveillance is an economical, reliable and sustainable risk assessment method.
Influence of the Molecular Weight of the Polycarbonate Polyol on the Intrinsic Self-Healing at 20 °C of Polyurethanes
Authors: Paez-Amieva Yuliet , Martín-Martínez José Miguel
Published: August 2024

Different polyurethanes (PUs) were synthesized with polycarbonate polyols of molecular weights 500, 1000 and 2000 Da. Their self-healing abilities at 20 °C were tested and their structural, thermal, and mechanical properties were analyzed. The PUs made with polycarbonates of molecular weights 500 (YC500) and 1000 Da (YC1000) exhibited self-healing at 20 °C and the self-healing time of YC1000 was the shortest. The high mobility of the short polymeric chains, the absence of crystallinity and the low degree of micro-phase separation favored self-healing at 20 °C in YC500. However, the presence of tack and the existence of allophanate species and urethane-carbonate and urea-carbonate hydrogen bonds disfavored self-healing. Consequently, the self-healing time at 20 °C of YC500 was longer than expected. On the other hand, YC1000 exhibited an “equilibrium” between the urethane-carbonate and urea-carbonate hydrogen bonds and carbonate-carbonate interactions among the soft segments, so a particular structural order was produced which was associated to its fastest self-healing at 20 °C. The PU made with the polycarbonate of molecular weight 2000 Da did not exhibit self-healing at 20 °C because its significant micro-phase separation and the presence of semi-crystalline soft domains.
Waterborne Gastrointestinal Diseases and Child Mortality: A Study of Socioeconomic Inequality in Mexico
Authors: Morales-Novelo Jorge Armando , Rodríguez-Tapia Lilia , Medina-Rivas Carolina Massiel , Revollo-Fernández Daniel Alfredo
Published: August 2024

In Mexico, 1.9% of child mortality among children aged 3 to 15 years is attributed to waterborne gastrointestinal diseases (WGD). This study employs a generalized bivariate logit econometric model to simulate the relationships between mortality risks and seven explanatory variables. Based on the model results and sensitivity analysis of the estimated parameters, a set of policies was designed to reduce the likelihood of child mortality. The proposed strategy involves im-plementing the following public policies, primarily targeting communities with extreme and high marginalization: increasing access to drinking water, improving housing conditions, expanding parental basic education coverage, and providing nutrition and healthcare to children from an early age. The findings reveal that children who speak an indigenous language face a mortality risk from WGD that is three times higher than those who do not, while children who receive medical services have a 29% lower risk of mortality compared to those who do not have access to them. It is recommended to offer free medical care in indigenous languages within high-marginalization communities. The combined impact of these policies is expected to signifi-cantly reduce child mortality due to WGD.
Keterkaitan Partisipasi Masyarakat terhadap Kesuksesan Pelaksanaan Kegiatan Daerah Pangan Mandiri di Kecamatan Kebasen Kabupaten Banyumas
Authors: Wibowo Karist Dwi , Kadafi Muamar
Published: August 2024

Independent food area activities describe activities to empower communities against food resistance. Community participation is needed to enable people to achieve success in activities. This study aims to see the extent of community participation in independent food areas and the level of success of independent food areas, as well as examine the relationship between the level of participation and the success of independent food areas. This study design uses a quantitative approach. This assessment technique applies survey techniques and uses questionnaires. The study location was chosen purposively in Adisana Village, Kebasen Sub-district, Banyumas Regency. The sampling technique used was probability sampling, using the method of saturated sampling (census) of 60 people. The analysis tool uses descriptive analysis and Rank Spearman Correlation statistical analysis. This study shows that (1) the community is actively implementing “pangan mandiri” at the stage of enjoying the benefits; (2) obtained a correlation between the stages of participation and independent food activities. This research concludes that the participation stages at each stage are actively involved in the success of independent food activities. There is a correlation between the level of community involvement and the success of independent food activities. Implementing this study activity will likely lead to increased support for independent food initiatives, thereby facilitating the further development of independent food areas.
Implementation and Visualization of Business Intelligence Based Budget in Ngawi District Financial Agency 2021-2023
Authors: Pudyaningrat Elsa , Nugrahaningsih Putri
Published: August 2024

This research aims to determine the s of budget implementation and visualization from 2021 to 2023 in the Financial Agency of Ngawi Regency which uses Business Intelligence Power BI as a basis for decision-making. This is quantitative research which used a descriptive-quantitative approach method. To collect the data, the researchers used a literature study and documentation of the summary of APBD (Anggaran Pendapatan Belanja Daerah/APBD) data in the Financial Agency of Ngawi Regency from 2021 to 2023. The results indicate that there are fluctuations in the Regional Income, Regional Expenditures, and Regional Financing when implementing and visualizing budget data (APBD) using Business Intelligence Power BI. Cumulatively, the total APBD is Rp 13,732,224,315,602.00, with a total growth of 210.3%. The next result is the Financial Agency of Ngawi Regency can use Business Intelligence Power BI to analyse and visualize the APBD budget data for decision-making purposes. It shows that this system can be used for decision-making by this agency because it is user-friendly, fast, accurate, and informative.
Hubungan Indeks Massa Tubuh Dengan VO2Max dan Indeks Kebugaran pada Pemain Sepak Bola
Authors: Raditya Perdana Aryasatya  , Selfi Handayani  , Dhoni Akbar Ghozali  , Nanang Wiyono
Published: August 2024

Pendahuluan: Sepak bola membutuhkan strategi permainan yang baik, kondisi fisik yang prima, dan energi dan tingkat fokus yang tinggi. Maka dari itu, pengukuran VO2Max dan indeks kebugaran penting untuk mempertahankan penampilan dalam setiap momen yang ada tanpa adanya hambatan dan kelelahan yang berarti. Salah satu faktor yang mempengaruhi VO2Max dan indeks kebugaran pemain sepak bola adalah Indeks Massa Tubuh (IMT) sehingga tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui apakah terdapat hubungan IMT dengan VO2Max dan indeks kebugaran pada pemain sepak bola.
Metode: Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah observasional analitik cross-sectional dengan populasi sebanyak 51 pemain usia 10-19 tahun, lalu dipilih sampel menggunakan purposive sampling dan jumlah sampel dihitung dengan rumus Slovin dengan tingkat kepercayaan 95% dan tingkat kesalahan 5% sehingga diperoleh 45 sampel. Pengukuran IMT menggunakan berat badan melalui timbangan dan tinggi badan melalui microtoise. Pengukuran VO2Max menggunakan Cooper Test-12 Minute Run. Pengukuran indeks kebugaran menggunakan Tes Kesegaran Jasmani Indonesia (TKJI). Uji korelasi menggunakan Uji Spearman’s rho yang dilalui oleh Uji Normalitas Shapiro-Wilk dan Uji Linearitas ANOVA Table.
Hasil: Diperoleh koefisien korelasi ρ=-0.041 dan signifikansi Sig. (2-tailed) p=0.787 untuk hubungan antara IMT dengan VO2Max serta diperoleh koefisien korelasi ρ=0.104 dan signifikansi Sig. (2-tailed) p=0.495 untuk hubungan antara IMT dengan indeks kebugaran.
Kesimpulan: Tidak terdapat hubungan antara IMT dengan VO2Max dan tidak terdapat hubungan antara IMT dengan indeks kebugaran.
The Impact of Covid-19 Pandemic on Islamic Health Insurance Market Returns: Empirical Evidence from Saudi Arabia
Authors: Fodol Mohamed Zakaria , Aslan Hakan
Published: August 2024

This study aims to identify the impact of COVID-19 on the Cooperative Health Insurance (CHI) Market in Saudi Arabia by applying Event Study Methodology. The health event identified in this study is the announcement of the first positive case of COVID-19 in Saudi Arabia, which the Ministry of Health announced on March 2, 2020. For this study, the daily price of 24 cooperative health insurance companies listed on the Saudi Stock Market (Tadawul) and the market index (TASI) for the same period (June 05, 2018 - March 30, 2020) were collected. The abnormal returns are calculated using the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM). The study found a negative effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the health insurance companies in Saudi Arabia during the first week of the anticipation period that continued until the event day. Negative abnormal returns persisted until the end of the total study period but were not statistically significant except on only three days during the post-event window (March 05, 08, and 09, 2020). This means the Saudi cooperative insurance market experienced a period of anticipation and anxiety before the announcement of the first case of Covid-19; however, the information was insufficient and unconfirmed. During the adjustment window, the market tried to adjust itself and react to the event efficiently, but it could not do so. The results of this study are useful to takaful investors, operators, and regulators in the Islamic insurance markets and to researchers and academicians.
Are Social Media Users Blindly Following Influencers’ Recommendations on Investing?
Authors: Dalimunthe Zuliani , Chairunnisa Ananda , Triono Rachmadi Agus
Published: August 2024

Previous studies show that general information shared by an influencer through social media has been received without sufficient validity testing. However, hardly any study has evaluated whether a stock recommendation by a social media influencer will also be followed blindly. This study evaluates the impact of the credibility of stock influencers on investors’ intention to invest in recommended stocks and whether the relationship can be explained by the perception that the influencer has inside information or is solely due to fear of missing out (FoMO). This study uses primary data from investors in the Indonesian model market. We collected 135 valid data points and found that a social media influencer’s credibility can explain why an investor intends to invest based on those recommendations. Furthermore, we found that FoMO is a more significant explanation than the perception that the influencer holds a piece of inside information.
Financial Innovation and Restriction Hypothesis in the Banking Industry: Evidence from ASEAN- 5
Authors: Bustaman Yosman , Viverita Viverita , Lingga Margaretha TP , Siahaan Antonius P. 
Published: August 2024

This study investigates the financial innovation impact on bank market power in ASEAN banking from 2008 to 2018. It uses income diversification as a representative of financial innovation. The impact of countries’ development of financial innovation on market power is measured by the number of ATM, internet, and cellular phone users. The data panel regression model reveals that diversified banks may enjoy higher market power. This result rejects the banking restriction activity hypothesis, which states that a bank that diversifies its income stream results in increased competition. A higher number of available ATMs and more internet users lowers the percentage disparity of price and marginal cost and consequently increases the market competitiveness. Nevertheless, an increasing number of cellular users in the country increases market power. Conjecturally, more people use the online bank platform on their cellular phones, which creates a greater flow of fees to the bank.
Equitable COVID-19 Testing Access for Underserved Communities: The Success of Vending Machines
Authors: Jamerson Danielle , Franich Kimberly , Lockett Cassius
Published: August 2024

This study examines the pivotal role of COVID-19 testing in mitigating disease spread, particularly in underserved rural communities facing health care access challenges. The Southern Nevada Health District successfully implemented a vending program in Clark County, offering free COVID-19 antigen test kits. Strategically located based on health equity indices and featuring a user-friendly, multilingual registration process, these machines proved effective in reaching rural populations. The cost-effective model suggests potential adoption for broader public health interventions and services in other regions. ( Am J Public Health. 2024;114(S7):S558–S561. https://doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.2024.307718 )
The COVID-19 Disparities Grant: A Lesson in Radical Place-Based Investment to Overcome COVID-19–Related Health Disparities
Authors: Parrella Korin , Van Troy-Duran Helena , Vasilakos Eleni , Laurent Kelly , Watkins Julian
Published: August 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted and exacerbated health inequities in New York City (NYC) given the disproportionate risk, morbidity, and mortality related to COVID-19 experienced by communities of color with lower household income. To facilitate long-term community recovery from COVID-19, the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene established the Public Health Corp, a partnership with community-based organizations staffed by community health workers in neighborhoods disproportionately impacted by COVID-19. ( Am J Public Health. 2024;114(S7):S566–S569. https://doi.org/10.2105/AJPH.2024.307766 )
Deposit Mobilization and Profitability in Nepalese Commercial Banks
Authors: Gnawali Bindu , Niroula Ballav
Published: August 2024

A commercial bank must be able to receive deposits at reasonable rates to have funds available to lend to its customers. Therefore, if all other variables stay the same, a bank that can attract more deposits will be able to make more profit. The main objective of this research is to show the impact of deposit mobilization on the profitability of Nepalese commercial banks. The secondary panel data from 2015 to 2023 were collected from the annual report of commercial banks using the purposive sampling method. Casual comparative research design has been used to analyze and interpret the data. The collected data were described and analyzed using Ms. Excel and SPSS version 25 software. The findings of the study revealed that there is a significant and positive effect of IRS and IOD on return on assets but inflation has a significant negative effect. Similarly, IRS and IOD have a significant and positive impact on return on assets. However, inflation has a significant negative effect. Interest rate spread and interest on deposits are the major elements of banks to maximize their profitability.
Breaking the gender barrier: a study on enrollment trends in medical specialties at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Authors: Breda-Yepes Michele de L , Garrido-Solano Carlos , Martínez-Miranda Viridiana , Robles-Cacho Xana E , Abundes-Corona Arturo , Cervantes-Arriaga Amin , Corona-Vazquez Teresita
Published: August 2024

Objective. To analyzes the gender gap among residents enrolled in the medical specialization program of the Graduate Division at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), Facultad de Medicina. Materials and methods. We conducted a descriptive observational study of students registered in all 78 medical specialties offered by UNAM over a period of 7 years (2015-2022) at approximately 161 hospitals in Mexico. Results. A total of 79 175 students were studied, we observed a predominance of women 51.69%, compared to 48.30% men. In medical specialties, we found a predominance of women of 57.33%, in contrast to surgical specialties with 44.76% women. The specialties with the most women enrolled were dermatology, neonatology, pediatrics, gynecology, and psychiatry. In men, the specialties with the most enrollment were general surgery, cardiology, neurosurgery, plastic surgery among others. Conclusion. Women predominance is observed in some medical specialties, especially those that require caregiving tasks. However, a gap remains between men and women, particularly in surgical specialties and in higher decision-making positions. We suggest extending support networks to include men as well as women.
STRATEGI DAKWAH MELALUI KESENIAN JARANAN BRANDAL LOKAJAYA PAC. GP. ANSOR KOTA PONOROGO
Authors: Misbah Walida Adin , Choirul Rofiq Ahmad
Published: August 2024

Abstrak: Dakwah merupakan kewajiban bagi setiap muslim untuk mengajak kepada kebaikan. Dalam berdakwah tentunya menggunakan strategi untuk mengatur, mengarahkan, dan menentukan cara untuk menghadapi sasaran dakwah dalam situasi dan kondisi tertentu agar tujuan dakwah dapat tercapai secara maksimal. Penelitian ini meneliti tentang strategi dakwah yang dilakukan oleh PAC. GP. Ansor Kota Ponorogo melalui kesenian Jaranan Brandal Lokajaya. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah menganalisis bagaimana strategi dakwah yang digunakan oleh PAC. GP. Ansor Kota Ponorogo dengan media kesenian Jaranan Brandal Lokajaya. Penelitian ini menggunakan jenis penelitian deskriptif dengan pendekatan kualitatif. Penelitian ini menemukan bahwa strategi dakwah yang dilakukan oleh PAC. GP. Ansor Kota Ponorogo melalui kesenian Jaranan Brandal Lokajaya sebagai berikut. Pertama, membaca doa untuk bermunajat kepada Allah swt dengan tujuan untuk meminta kelancaran dan keselamatan di dunia maupun di akhirat. Kedua, pentas dengan simbol jaranan. Ketiga, diiringi lantunan solawat selama pementasan berlansgsung sampai akhir acara.Kata Kunci: Strategi Dakwah, Jaranan, Brandal Lokajaya, PAC. GP. Ansor
PERSEPSI KONTROVERSI KEPEMIMPINAN WANITA PADA NEGARA MAYORITAS MUSLIM DI INDONESIA
Authors: Winda Helma , Yusuf Mochamad Aris , Anam Hoirul
Published: August 2024

Exist the statement that women only have the task of taking care of household affairs, so that with this fact women become marginalized. Even though Islam itself has clarified religion which gives an equal position regarding men and women with matters of worship, for example. So this article wants to delve deeper into the perception of the leadership controversy among women in Indonesia. Achieved through research methods with the type of qualitative research methods based on field research. The results obtained in this study, that the public's perception of women's leadership, there are five things, namely: women's rights but based on consideration, someone who can carry out the mandate, gender equality, through the basis of hadith and also the Koran, and women do not have the ability to become leaders.
RELIGIOUS ESCHATOLOGY: THE DOCTRINE OF THE COMING OF THE SAVIOR IN THE END TIMES IN THE PERSPECTIVE OF ABRAHAMIC RELIGION
Authors: Mujahidin Muhammad Saekul
Published: August 2024

Eschatology is a doctrine or teaching related to the last days, in the Abrahamic religious belief about eschatology, namely the arrival of a savior at the end of time for these religions, namely Christianity, Judaism and Islam, the three religions believe that at the end of time a when there will be a savior who will save them from the chaos that existed in the world before the apocalypse. This issue includes who is the true savior for Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. This paper aims to find out who is the savior of the end times for the Abrahamic Religion, namely Christianity, Judaism and Islam. The form of this research uses Research from the Library (Library Research) which is carried out by collecting data including books, journals and others as well as clarifying some of the literature related to this research. According to Christianity, Jesus is their savior, who will save Christians from various corruptions in the end times, then the Jews believe in the Messiah or the Messiah as their savior in the last days, because with the messiah they can live in peace. without any interference from others, and Muslims believe in the existence of Allah's Apostle, Jesus son of Mary, who will save you Muslims from the Fitnah of Dajjal at the end of time, so Muslims need Jesus' help to kill Dajjal before the apocalypse comes.
AVALIAÇÃO DA GESTÃO DA ÁGUA NA TECNOLOGIA SOCIAL (CISTERNA CALÇADÃO), IMPLANTADAS NO SEMIÁRIDO PERNAMBUCANO
Authors: Santana Alexandre Carlos , Rodrigues Junior Jocimar , Cirilo José Almir , Santos Sylvana , Paiva Anderson Luiz
Published: August 2024

Em diversas partes do planeta, onde há eventos de escassez hídrica, como ocorre no Nordeste brasileiro, é de pertinente a implementação e desenvolvimento de tecnologias, com a finalidade de atunear os conflitos de recursos hídricos. Dentre essas técnicas, a captação de água pluvial em cisternas, para atenuar problemáticas de escassez, é amplamente utilizada em regiões de semiárido. Neste sentido, o objetivo deste trabalho consiste em avaliar a gestão da água armazenada na cisterna calçadão de 52 mil litros, através das formas de utilização dos agricultores familiares residentes no Semiárido pernambucano. Como área de estudo, foram selecionados dois municípios do agreste pernambucano, no Semiárido, Cumaru e São Caetano. Para seleção das famílias/cisternas foi utilizada a técnica baseada na abordagem dos sujeitos estratégicos – informante-chave –, em conjunto com coletas e trabalho de campo e construção do Discurso do Sujeito Coletivo (DSC). Os resultados obtidos indicam que a necessidade hídrica para fins produtivos (Rpro, apresenta grande variação, tanto em decorrência do perfil familiar, quanto de suas ações produtivas; em 50% das famílias acompanhados, essa demanda ultrapassa consideravelmente a capacidade de acúmulo de água da cisterna calçadão. Ademais, estas famílias utilizam todas as possíveis estruturas de armazenagem de água existentes, demonstrando uma compreensão de que é necessário gerir o potencial hídrico disponível de forma articulada. Portanto, é evidente que as famílias possuem conhecimento sobre a tecnologia utilizada, mesmo necessitando de uma melhor compreensão técnica.
Efficacy and safety of Lactobacillus plantarum GCWB1001 on respiratory health: A double-blind randomized placebo control trial
Authors: Kang Mingyu , Choi Jeong-Hee , Kim Sang-Heon , Jeong Tae Bin , Kim Joo-Young , Kim Jea-Won , Lee Chang Youl
Published: August 2024

Respiratory symptoms like prolonged cough and breathlessness have increased post-COVID-19, even in those with normal chest X-rays and FEV1/FVC ratios. This study assessed the benefits of Lactobacillus plantarum GCWB1001 on such symptoms in individuals without asthma or COPD. In a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial, 126 participants aged 19–70 were included. Exclusions were for asthma, COPD, abnormal chest X-rays, or recent antibiotic use. The primary outcome was BCSS, with secondary outcomes including VAS scores for respiratory function. No significant differences were found in total BCSS scores between groups. However, sputum and breathlessness improved significantly after 12 weeks of GCWB1001, especially in men and those over 40. No serious adverse events were reported, indicating safety. This study highlights the potential of GCWB1001 for managing prolonged respiratory symptoms in non-asthmatic, non-COPD individuals, meriting further research to confirm these findings.
The Liver Care Trial: Screening for liver disease in individuals attending treatment for alcohol use disorder - study protocol for a randomized controlled study
Authors: Dahlin Pernille , Jepsen Peter , Molzen Line , Madsen Lone Galmstrup , Düring Signe , Benthien Kirstine Skov , Winther-Jensen Matilde , Grew Julie Christina , Kirk Jeanette Wassar , Jensen Kristoffer Jarlov , Jensen Janne , Askgaard Gro
Published: August 2024

Background
Early diagnosis of alcohol-related liver disease (ALD) can improve survival if it leads to alcohol abstention or very light consumption. It is possible to screen for liver fibrosis, an asymptomatic condition of ALD that can lead to cirrhosis, by an easy and noninvasive approach called transient elastography. It has not yet been established whether screening for liver fibrosis reduces alcohol consumption among individuals with alcohol use disorders compared to usual treatment. In addition, it is important to address whether receiving a screening result indicating no ALD could lead to increased alcohol consumption (the certificate-of-health effect). This is a protocol for a study that aims to evaluate the efficacy of screening for liver fibrosis with transient elastography on alcohol use outcomes in individuals who are receiving treatment for alcohol use disorder in the community.
Methods
The study follows a randomized, controlled trial design (RCT) with concealed allocation in a 2:1 ratio to the intervention group or the control group. Blinded outcome assessments will be conducted for both parallel groups. A total of 408 patients will be randomized to receive both transient elastography and blood tests (intervention group, n = 272) or usual care consisting of a blood test (control group, n = 136). The primary outcome will be abstinence or light consumption (≤ 10 units per week, 1 unit = 12 g alcohol) throughout the last 30 days, as evaluated six months after randomization. Secondary outcomes include health-related quality of life and motivation to reduce alcohol intake. The “certificate-of-health effect” will be assessed by comparing abstinence or light alcohol consumption after six months between the screen-negative patients and the controls. Additionally, qualitative studies will explore the emotional impact of screening on participants’ and health professionals’ barriers to the implementation of screening.
Discussion
This study has the potential to offer important insights into the effect of screening for liver fibrosis on alcohol consumption among individuals who are attending treatment for alcohol use disorder. Furthermore, the study will provide insights into user and health professionals’ experiences related to screening.
Trial registration
ClinicalTrials.gov NCT05855031. Registered on the 20th of April 2023.
Executioner caspases degrade essential mediators of pathogen-host interactions to inhibit growth of intracellular Listeria monocytogenes
Authors: Walch Michael , Lavergne Marilyne , Schaerer Raffael , Bouheraoua Safaa , Adenuga Oluwadamilola , Muralt Tanja , Schaerer Tiffany , Chèvre Léa , Failla Alessandro , Matthey Patricia , Stumpe Michael , Kressler Dieter , Mantel Pierre-Yves , De Grandis Sara
Published: August 2024

Cell death mediated by executioner caspases is essential during organ development and for organismal homeostasis. The mechanistic role of activated executioner caspases in antibacterial defense during infections with intracellular bacteria, such as Listeria monocytogenes, remains elusive. Cell death upon intracellular bacterial infections is considered altruistic to deprive the pathogens of their protective niche. To establish infections in a human host Listeria monocytogenes deploy virulence mediators, including membranolytic listeriolysin O, allowing phagosomal escape and cell-to-cell spread. Here, by means of chemical and genetical modifications, we show that the executioner caspases-3 and − 7 efficiently inhibit growth of intracellular Listeria monocytogenes in host cells. Comprehensive proteomics revealed multiple caspase-3 substrates in the Listeria secretome, including listeriolysin O and various other proteins crucially involved in pathogen-host interactions. Listeria secreting caspase-uncleavable listeriolysin O gained significant growth advantage in epithelial cells. With that, we uncovered an underappreciated defense barrier and a non-canonical role of executioner caspases to degrade virulence mediators, thus impairing intracellular Listeria growth.
Investigations into the cellular and humoral immune mechanisms of Spodoptera litura (Fabricius) against potential entomopathogens
Authors: Thanuja Adama , Rahman S. J. , Rajanikanth P. , Bhat Bharati N.
Published: August 2024

Entomopathogens are foreign agents which elicits immune responses in insects. The insect innate immune system can identify and overcome these foreign-agents through cellular and humoral processes. The current study reports the cellular and humoral immune responses in Spodoptera litura to different entomopathogens including Beauveria bassiana, Metarhizium anisopliae, Bacillus thuringiensis and Nuclear Polyhedrosis virus (Sl NPV). In case of cellular immunity haemocytes are responsible for a number of defensive mechanisms in insects such as phagocytosis, nodulation, encapsulation, etc. Humoral immune responses include the recognition of invading pathogen either as bacteria, fungi or viruses followed by the immediate de novo synthesis of antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) and their secretion into the hemolymph. These peptides are mainly synthesized by the fat body and in a lesser degree by the haemocytes, integument, gut, salivary glands and reproductive structures. Third instar larvae were treated with the test entomopathogens and haemolymph was collected at different time intervals i.e., 1, 3, 6, 12, 24, 48 and 72 hours after infection (HAI) to study the cellular [Total Haemocyte Count (THC), Differential Haemocyte Count (DHC), Phagocytosis and Nodulation] and humoral (PO and Lysozyme activity) immune responses. Plasmatocytes (PLs) and Granulocytes (GRs) were observed as the main circulating haemocytes which are involved in the immune mechanism in the S. litura larvae. The immediate response of larvae to entomopathogens infection was a significant increase of total circulating hemocytes. This increase included both granulocytes and plasmatocytes. However, after 3 days from the immune challenge, the number of circulating hemocytes was significantly lower. Consequently, the larvae showed Phagocytosis, nodulation, increased PO and Lysozyme activity in the immediacy of the challenge, but progressively the phenomenon decreased.
Measuring residential PM2.5 concentrations using low-cost sensors in the Netherlands
Authors: Holtjer Judith C.S. , Houweling Laura , Downward George S. , Bloemsma Lizan D. , Zee Anke-Hilse Maitland-van der , Hoek Gerard , Vermeulen Roel C.H.
Published: August 2024

Accurate residential air quality assessment is crucial for studying health risks, evaluating local mitigation measures, and empowering citizens. Low-cost, easily operable sensors have gained popularity for enhancing monitoring coverage and providing individuals with air quality measurement tools. This study examines the validity of a low-cost sensor in estimating residential fine particulate matter (PM2.5) concentrations in the Netherlands. We employed a real-time Sensirion SPS30 dust sensor at a 1-minute sampling rate to monitor residential PM2.5 concentrations. 73 sensors were deployed outdoors at participants' residences for an average of 131 days each over fifteen months. Accuracy was assessed by comparing time series data from sensors with that of regulatory stations, using hourly and daily averages for comparison. Average and absolute differences were calculated for each comparison. After data cleaning, 95.7% of measurements were retained. Meteorological factors did not impact the sensor performance. The mean Pearson temporal correlation between the sensor and regulatory network was 0.75 for hourly and 0.88 for daily PM2.5 averages. The average difference ranged from -0.17 to 0.63 µg/m3, and the average absolute difference ranged from 2.42 to 4.50 µg/m3. Correlations remained consistent across various deployment conditions, including height and distance to the nearest regulatory station. This study demonstrates that PM2.5 can be accurately measured over extended periods using low-cost sensors, offering a dynamic, high-quality perspective on air quality, recording variations that regulatory stations and predictive air quality models may overlook. This demonstrates the value these sensors could have for epidemiological studies and evaluation of mitigation measures.
Water Stress is Differently Tolerated by Fusarium-Resistant and -Susceptible Chickpea Genotypes During Germination
Authors: Şimşek Ümmühan Kaşıkcı , Dikilitaş Murat , Talapov Talap , Can Canan
Published: August 2024

Chickpea is a legume member that grows in most parts of the world. It is negatively affected by abiotic and biotic factors like drought and fungal diseases respectively. One of the most important soil-borne pathogens affecting chickpeas is Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. ciceris. Its population dynamics in the soil is affected by fluctuation in soil water content and host. Now, drought is common in most areas of the world due to global warming. Drought stress decrease quality and quantity of the chickpeas also, particularly where soil-borne pathogens are the chief stress factor for plants. The use of both drought-tolerant and disease-resistant cultivars may be the only option for cost-effective yield production. In this study, we screened the seeds of chickpea genotypes WR-315, JG-62, C-104, JG-74, CPS-1, BG-212, ANNIGERI, CHAFFA, BG-215, UC-27, ILC-82, and K-850 for drought tolerance at increasing polyethylene glycol (PEG) concentrations (0-, 5-, 7.5-, 10-, 15-, 20-, 25-, 30- and 50%) to create drought stress conditions at different severities. The performances of genotypes that were previously tested in Foc resistance/susceptibility studies were assessed in terms of percentage of germination, radicle and hypocotyl length, germination energy, germination rate index, mean germination time, and vigor index. We determined the genotypes of C-104, CPS-1, and WR-315 as drought-susceptible, moderately drought-tolerant, and drought-tolerant, respectively. We then elucidated the stress levels of selected genotypes (8-day-old seedlings) at 0-15% PEG conditions via measuring proline and malondialdehyde (MDA) contents. Our findings showed that genotypes exhibiting drought tolerance were positively correlated with the Foc resistance and that the responses of chickpea genotypes infected with Foc under drought conditions are the next step to assess the combined stress on chickpea genotypes.
Predictive Methods for the Evolution of Oil Well Cement Strength Based on Porosity
Authors: Wen Yuhao , Chen Zi , He Yuxuan , Liu Huiting , Zhang Zhenggrong , Liu Linsong , Meng Renzhou , Zeng Yi
Published: August 2024

The oil well cement undergoes various physical and chemical changes during the hydration process, leading to the formation of pores of different sizes within the cement stone. These pores can affect the mechanical properties of the cement stone. In the civil engineering field, extensive attempts have been made to predict the mechanical properties of concrete based on pore parameters, yielding good results. This paper explores in detail the methods for predicting the strength of oil well cement based on porosity and pore size distribution. Through referencing the strength prediction methods for concrete in civil engineering, porosity and pore size distribution are used as prediction parameters. The accuracy of predictions made by empirical models and deep learning models is compared, and it is concluded that neither empirical formulas nor ordinary deep learning models can provide accurate fitting results. However, due to the optimization of its algorithm and structure, the KAN model can give more accurate predictions of the pore-size-strength relationship of cement stone. Additionally, the quantitative relationship between pore size and strength of cement stone is explored. The application of the KAN model in strength prediction provides strong guidance for monitoring and optimizing cementing quality during the construction process.
Effect of Infiltrating a Commercial Etch-and-Rinse Bonding Agent with Bioactive Nanoparticles on the Degree of Conversion of Adhesive and Flexural Strength of Dentin
Authors: Alipour Elham , Pishevar Leila , Mirzakoochaki Parvin
Published: August 2024

Background: The aim of this study was to compare the degree of conversion of adhesive and the flexural strength of dentin after adding calcium silicate (CS) and amorphous calcium phosphate (ACP) nanoparticles (NP) to an etch-and-rinse bonding system and the application of these materials on dentin.
Methods: ACP and CS nanoparticles with an average size of 100 nm were synthesized and added to Tetric N-Bond two-step etch- and- rinse adhesive. To check the flexural strength, dentin samples (n=60) were divided into two groups based on immersion time (24 hours and 2 months), and each of these two groups was divided into 3 groups (n=10) including bonding agent containing ACP and CS nanoparticles and pure bonding agent.
In order to measure the degree of conversion (DC), bonding agent containing ACP and CS and pure adhesive were evaluated by Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy.
Results: Stepwise comparison of the bonding agent was carried out. The results revealed that the flexural strength in the group containing ACP is significantly higher than the pure bonding agent (P=0.02) regardless of the time, while the adhesive containing CS nanoparticles did not show a significant increase (P=0.74). The average flexural strength was lower in bonding agent containing ACP and CS nanoparticles two months after immersion compared to 24-hour period, but this difference was not significant in the pure type.
Conclusions: According to the results of the present study, the addition of ACP nanoparticles to the dentin bonding system increased the flexural strength of dentin, while the addition of CS nanoparticles did not lead to a significant increase in flexural strength. On the other hand, the degree of conversion of adhesive increased with the addition of nanoparticles.
Comparison of the Effects of Neural Mobilization and Arousal Facilitation Protocol in Patients with Prolonged Disorders of Consciousness
Authors: Zhang Shaoyang , Sun Lingxiu , Yang ZiQiang , Cheng Lijuan , Dai YuQing , Lin Xue , Hu Yingxuan , Chen Zuobing , Laureys Steven , Wang Daming , Di Haibo
Published: August 2024

(1)Background: Patients with severe brain injuries who are bedridden for extended periods often exhibit diminished voluntary movements. This reduction can compromise the precision of CRS-R evaluations. The Arousal Facilitation Protocol (AFP)is designed to extend the duration of patient arousal through deep muscle pressure. Conversely, Neural Mobilization (NM) seeks to augment nerve activity post-brain injury and encourages the resurgence of voluntary movements. The study aims to identify effective strategies for enhancing consciousness levels in DoC patients by comparing the efficacy of AFP and NM.
(2) Methods: Fifty-one DoC patients, who met the inclusion criteria, were evaluated by therapist using AFP and NM in a randomized sequence for CRS-R and BRS-Hand. The assessment results of both groups were then statistically analyzed. (3) Results: Among the 51 study patients, 12 (23.5%) showed differences in consciousness diagnosis. Results indicated statistical differences between the AFP and NM groups in diagnosis, total CRS-R score, visual, auditory, motor subscales, and BRS-Hand score (P<0.05). Further investigation demonstrated that patients in the AFP group with higher motor subscale scores showed a more pronounced trend of diagnostic changes in the NM group (P=0.045).
(4) Conclusion: The NM approach exhibits superior efficacy in enhancing the diagnosis of patient consciousness in DoC, promoting the restoration of conscious behavior, and improving hand function, compared to AFP. Supplementation of NM with the CRS-R scale can help increase the level of consciousness of pDoC.
Trial registration: ChiCTR, ChiCTR2200056285. Registered 3 February 2022, https://www.chictr.org.cn/ChiCTR2200056285