bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Mudanças Climáticas: situação atual e sugestões para agenda de pesquisa em ciências sociais em Moçambique
Authors: Manjate Carlos João Batista , Auqui-Calle Edison
Published: December 2024

O artigo propõe analisar a situação da temática das mudanças climáticas como objeto de estudo das ciências sociais em Moçambique, considerando que este país é um dos mais vulneráveis do mundo a catástrofes climáticas. O trabalho foi elaborado a partir de uma revisão bibliométrica na plataforma Scopus, além da procura de informação relevante sobre o tema nas páginas oficiais das dez principais universidades de Moçambique. Argumentamos que há uma periferização das mudanças climáticas, como objeto de estudo nas ciências sociais, o que contrasta com a visibilidade da questão em instituições governamentais e painéis intergovernamentais. Por fim, propomos o construcionismo ambiental e a ecologia decolonial como ferramentas que podem de forma recíproca se iluminar na construção de uma agenda de pesquisa para as ciências sociais em Moçambique, fornecendo uma ampla base teórica para abordar questões críticas relacionadas às mudanças climáticas e à colonialidade.
Macroinvertebrate community and ecological quality of springs in the Southeastern Basin of Arequipa - Peru
Authors: Castillo Acobo Luz Virginia , Ochoa Torres Nemesio Alberto
Published: December 2024

The community of aquatic macroinvertebrates present in springs in the Southeastern basin of Arequipa has been evaluated to obtain the first approximation of the structure and function of this community at two different times. The structure and function are expressed through the richness of families and functional feeding groups. Ecological quality is evaluated by obtaining information on the environmental status using the Macroinvertebrate Community Index (MCI) and the Habitat Quality Index (IQH). The springs studied present a diverse richness related to the characteristics of each spring. The application of the indices shows an acceptable ecological state of the springs.
Внедрение технологии искусственного интеллекта как инструмента внутреннего контроля в организации
Authors: Кучеренко С.А. , Заруба Д.С.
Published: December 2024

В статье рассматривается внедрение технологии искусственного интеллекта как инструмента механизма контроля организации в современных условиях. Проанализирован опыт российских организаций различных отраслей, использующих искусственный интеллект в качестве метода контроля по улучшению функциональных и внутрихозяйственных операций. Дан анализ структуры российских организаций по использованию механизма искусственного интеллекта в осуществлении бизнес-процессов. Выявлены причины отказа организаций от внедрения ИИ-решений, их нерентабельности и недоиспользования потенциала цифровой инновации. Предложена методика стресс-тестирования эффективности применения технологии искусственного интеллекта в негативных экономических условиях. Обосновано повышение функциональной эффективности системы внутреннего контроля при внедрении авторского инструмента диагностики устойчивости контрольного функционала искусственного интеллекта.

This article discusses the introduction of artificial intelligence technology as an instrument of the organization’s control mechanism in modern conditions. In the course of the research, the modern experience of existing Russian organizations in various industries using artificial intelligence as a control method to improve functional and on-farm operations is analyzed. A detailed analysis of the structure of Russian organizations on the use of artificial intelligence in the implementation of business processes has been carried out. The reasons for the refusal of organizations to implement AI solutions, their unprofitability and underutilization of the potential of digital innovation are revealed. According to the results of the study, a methodology for stress testing the effectiveness of the use of artificial intelligence technology in negative economic conditions is proposed. The increase in the functional efficiency of the internal control system is justified when introducing the author’s tool for diagnosing the stability of the control functionality of artificial intelligence.
Цифровая трансформация в агропромышленном секторе
Authors: Шокумова Р.Е.
Published: December 2024

В статье рассматриваются внедрение цифровых технологии в АПК, индекс цифровизации, причины низких темпов применения цифровых технологий, обосновывается синергетический эффект взаимодействия аграрного сектора и цифровой трансформации, направленный на усиление конкурентоспособности и устойчивое развитие глобальной экономики.

The article discusses the introduction of digital technology in the agro-industrial complex, the digitalization index, the reasons for the low rates of application of digital technologies, and substantiates the synergistic effect of the interaction of the agricultural sector and digital transformation aimed at enhancing competitiveness and sustainable development of the global economy.
Экономическая эффективность применения математических моделей оптимизации использования сельскохозяйственной техники
Authors: Нимченко Д.И. , Подгорный П.К. , Косникова О.В.
Published: December 2024

Представленное исследование посвящено оптимизации эксплуатации сельскохозяйственной техники посредством математического моделирования. Анализируются модели, направленные на минимизацию расхода топлива, снижение износа техники и максимизацию производительности. Анализ чувствительности моделей позволяет выявить ключевые факторы, влияющие на эффективность работы техники. Экономическая оценка демонстрирует значительный потенциал для увеличения прибыли сельхозпредприятий за счет применения предложенных оптимизационных стратегий. Работа вносит существенный вклад в развитие инструментов для принятия обоснованных решений в области управления сельскохозяйственным производством.

The presented research is devoted to optimizing the operation of agricultural machinery through mathematical modeling. The models aimed at minimizing fuel consumption, reducing equipment wear and maximizing productivity are analyzed. The sensitivity analysis of the models allows us to identify the key factors affecting the efficiency of the equipment. The economic assessment demonstrates a significant potential for increasing the profits of agricultural enterprises through the application of the proposed optimization strategies. The work makes a significant contribution to the development of tools for making informed decisions in the field of agricultural production management.
Youth and Climate Change in Pastoralist Communities in the IGAD's Karamoja Cluster: The Case Study of Turkana County, Kenya
Authors: Tadeo Paulson
Published: December 2024

Purpose: This study explores the interaction between youth, climate change, and pastoralism in Turkana County, a climate change hotspot within the IGAD's Karamoja Cluster. The study primarily examines youth's knowledge of climate change, its impacts on their lives, and their involvement in climate action initiatives.
Methodology: The study utilizes a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative data from semi-structured questionnaires with qualitative insights gathered from interviews and focus group discussions. Data collection was conducted in both rural and peri-urban areas in Turkana County, supplemented by a review of secondary information from governmental and non-governmental organizations involved in climate action.
Findings: The findings reveal a complex association between youth awareness of climate change, its direct impacts on their livelihoods, and their involvement in climate action. Many youths have superficial knowledge of climate issues, and there is, therefore, a critical need for enhanced education and capacity-building to deepen their understanding of climate change, local and national policies, and global climate processes and actions.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice, and Policy: The study is grounded on theoretical frameworks of Social-Ecological Theory and Capability Theory to guide the analysis of youth, climate change, and pastoralist livelihoods. This study makes significant contributions to both academic literature and policy development by providing nuanced insights into the role of youth in climate action within the context of pastoralist communities. It underscores the importance of supporting youth-led initiatives and ensuring access to resources that will support them in promoting resilience in the face of climate change. The study's policy implications are particularly noteworthy, as it recommends integrating climate education into local curricula, prioritizing investment in youth-led climate action, and fostering collaboration among young people, local authorities, NGOs, and international organizations. By addressing the unique challenges faced by the youth in pastoralist settings, the findings aim to inform strategic interventions that improve community climate resilience and sustainable development. This study, therefore, advocates for the inclusion of youth perspectives in climate policy discussions, emphasizing their potential as critical change agents in promoting adaptive capacity and sustainable livelihoods within their communities.
Implementasi Metode Goal Programming dalam Optimalisasi Perencanaan Produksi Keripik
Authors: Kaban Helista , Siregar Rosman
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini mengaplikasikan metode goal programming untuk mengoptimalkan perencanaan produksi keripik. Goal programming dipilih karena kemampuannya menangani berbagai tujuan seperti memaksimalkan produksi, mengurangi biaya, dan meningkatkan keuntungan, sehingga sangat cocok untuk perencanaan produksi. Penelitian ini dilakukan melalui dua tahap: peramalan produksi menggunakan metode pemulusan eksponensial dan optimalisasi perencanaan dengan goal programming. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa semua perencanaan mencapai kondisi optimal tanpa penyimpangan pada variabel deviasi, menunjukkan solusi yang optimal. Analisis penjualan aktual selama lima bulan terakhir menunjukkan tingkat akurasi tinggi, dengan persentase kesamaan 85%-96% dibandingkan dengan perencanaan menggunakan goal programming. Oleh karena itu, model ini efektif sebagai alat bantu pengambilan keputusan produksi, meningkatkan efisiensi operasional, dan mengalokasikan sumber daya dengan lebih baik. Implementasi di UD. Keripik Cinta Mas Hendro menunjukkan perencanaan produksi yang optimal, memenuhi permintaan pasar, menjaga biaya produksi dalam batas, dan mencapai target keuntungan.
Erythema Elevatum Diutinum in a Patient with Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Rare Bullous Variant Clinical Case Report
Authors:   Dermatology Resident, Eugenio Espejo Specialties Hospital, Quito, Ecuador, López Lesly , Félix Camila ,   Dermatology Resident, Eugenio Espejo Specialties Hospital, Quito, Ecuador, Aguilar Yadira ,   Dermatologist, Eugenio Espejo Specialties Hospital, Quito, Ecuador, Victoria Santofimio María ,   Dermatologist, Eugenio Espejo Specialties Hospital, Quito, Ecuador
Published: December 2024

Erythema Elevatum Diutinum is a rare chronic form of leukocytoclastic vasculitis, typically presenting with persistent erythematous to violaceous
papules, nodules, and plaques localized on the extensor surfaces of the extremities.
Po[ta]toria Pottery Discovered at (L)ibida – Slava Rusă, Tulcea County
Authors: CORNEA Alex-Marian
Published: December 2024

The sample of vassa po[ta]toria presented in this article was discovered in different sectors of the
archaeological site (L)Ibida - Slava Rusă, com. Slava Cercheză, jud. Tulcea, during excavations carried out between
2001-2015. Once the material was processed and selected, a sample of 91 ceramic fragments was outlined. They are
chronologically classified between the 2nd-6th centuries BC.
Cuneiform Alphabetic Texts Outside of Ugarit: Evidence for an Overland Trade
Network in the LBA Levant?
Authors: TÖYRÄÄNVUORI Joanna
Published: December 2024

The cuneiform alphabetic script from Ugarit was in use during the Late Bronze Age. The origins of the script remain shrouded in mystery but it is generally assumed that the script was an invention of local scribes, as the majority of text finds are from the kingdom. The cuneiform alphabetic texts found outside of the kingdom of Ugarit make up a small percentage of the overall text corpus. These finds, spanning the Eastern Mediterranean and consisting altogether of ten inscriptions on a variety of objects, may shed light on Ugarit’s role in the commercial network of the LBA in which the kingdom seems to have been an important node, especially in examining the overland trade connections from the maritime powerhouse that remain largely unexplored. The cuneiform alphabetic script, an artefact characterizing the entire Ugaritian culture in its unique combination of Semitic, Egyptian, and Mesopotamian influences with a particularly local flair, is a case example of an idea at the crossroads of several LBA cultures.
Mithra and the Sun vs. Mithra as the Sun. How did Mithra become the Sun god?
Authors: LAHE J. , SAZONOV V.
Published: December 2024

In current article, we examine the relationship between Iranian god Miθra and the Sun through Iranian religious history and try to show how these two initially different deities became one and how the figure of Miθra changed as a consequence of being equated to the Sun. We will consider the earliest mentions of the name of Miθra in different sources and we will explain his identification with the Sun by a Mesopotamian influence Šamaš – god of Sun and Justice).
Transferring Divinatory Practices: An Anatolian Intermediary Between Assyria and Greece
Authors: ULANOWSKI Krzysztof
Published: December 2024

The art of Babylonian divination was adopted by the neighbouring cultures and absorbed. Definitive evidence for direct contact between Assyria and the Ionian is lacking in Homer. However, proceeding step by step, we have confirmed Assyrian-Hittite contacts and Hittite-Lydian contacts, and later Persian-Lydian and Lydian-Greek (Lydian-Ionian) relations. We could suppose that Mesopotamian influence reached the Greek world, and this flow continued for centuries but was subject to many regional modifications. The first independent diviners were probably the itinerant experts, many of whom were non-Greeks originating from the Near East. Interactions related to war are evident in many sources; Greek mercenaries served in the East. The presence of Greek mercenaries in the army of Nebuchadnezzar is known from a poem of Alcaeus. It appears that the Hittites borrowed the methodology from the Babylonians via of the Hurrians (and/or Luwians), as many of the names for the parts and features are Hurrian. From the Hattusa archive, we know of 25 cuneiform texts relating to Ahhiyawa, with as many as seven of them being oracles. Among the Hittites, Arzawa was known as a famous center of divination, especially for the prevention of plagues. In the Illiad, Apollo from Troy was a god of such a type, and his sanctuary must have specialised in this kind of divination. Nearly all the divinatory branches were in use in the Hittite empire. The question remains only about the method of transmission of this divinatory knowledge and its accuracy to the original(s).
The Meaning of Integrity in Postmodernism
Authors: Tchamba Augustin
Published: December 2024

This paper aims to analyze the concept of integrity, how it should be defined, the importance of the concept throughout history, and whether or not the concept of integrity is still relevant in a postmodern world. Integrity, derived from the Latin word “integer,” which reflects wholeness and moral completeness, is traditionally defined as following moral and ethical principles and being consistent and honest. In the paper, we explore how Job, Ruth, and Daniel are just three examples of individuals who stood in their integrity despite losing jobs, family members, homes, and even their own lives. The influence of postmodern relativism on truth and morality is then analyzed, and it is shown how this contemporary philosophical trend has shaped a notably situational definition of integrity. It ends by asserting the timeless relevance of integrity in today’s world despite the obstacles of mediated notions of morality and identity politics that accompany contemporary life.
The Effect of Human Capital Investment on Sustainable Development: A Case of Selected West African Countries
Authors: Toluhi Kayode David , Obansa Prof. Sumaila A. Joseph , Nsonwu Modestus Chidi
Published: December 2024

The clamour for sustainable development in countries around the world has elicited intense researches on its important determinants with many researchers pointing to human capital investment as a key determinant. This study investigated the effect of human capital investment on sustainable development in West Africa using a panel data of four (4) selected West African countries. The study covered the period 2015 to 2022. The variables adopted for the study were the sustainable development proxied by the sustainable development index, government health expenditure proxied by the government total expenditure on health as a percentage of GDP, government education expenditure proxied by government total expenditure on education as a percentage of GDP and literacy rate proxied by the education index of the selected West African countries. Using the PMG model, the research found a positive relationship between government education expenditure and sustainable development both in the short run and long run. Government health expenditure was negatively related to sustainable development in the short run but showed positive connections to sustainable development in the long run. Education index was negatively related to sustainable development in the short run but was positively related to sustainable development in the long run. Based on the findings of the research, the study recommended increased investment by the government and private sector in the education and health sector West African countries to improve education and health outcomes and increase the chances of achieving the sustainable development goals.
Decoding Advertisement: Unpacking the Influence of Different Type of Advertisement on Consumer Emotion and Purchase Intention
Authors: Aurush Ain , Mohd Ishar Nor Irvoni , Tan Peck-Leong
Published: December 2024

Each consumer has a unique approach to viewing advertisements, and their responses can be unpredictable [42]. Grounded with Social Information Processing Theory (SIPT), this study seeks to elucidate the impact of different compositions of an advertisement value in two types of different advertisements (‘SV1-dynamic ads’ and ‘SV2-neutral ads’) in influencing the consumer emotion and consumer purchase intention. By using quantitative-experimental design with 437 working adults from the Klang Valley region, the relationships between advertisement value dimensions (influencer personality, entertainment value, and informativeness), consumer emotions, and consumer purchase intentions were analyzed. Interestingly, the findings indicate that the influencer personality and entertainment value in both stimuli videos do not significantly influence consumer emotions or purchase intentions. Despite these complexities, the study found that informativeness has a significant influence on consumer emotion but not consumer purchase intention. This suggests that different advertisement styles can elicit varied outcomes in consumer information processing and subsequent behaviors. This study makes significant contributions to both academic literature and practical industries by enlightening the impact of diverse advertisement presentation styles on consumer emotion and behavior. Future research should replicate this study to investigate different types of influencers, such as regular or rising influencers. Besides, this study recommends that qualitative researchers further investigate how marketers can develop advertisements that effectively balance entertainment value with the delivery of essential information to the audience.
The Role of the Private Sector on Inclusive Growth in Africa
Authors: Sama-Lang Desiree
Published: December 2024

This study examines the role of the private sector in promoting inclusive growth across Africa, with a particular focus on employment generation and financial inclusion. Despite Africa’s significant economic growth in recent decades, approximately 40% of the population still lives below the poverty line, highlighting the need for more inclusive development approaches. Through a qualitative multiple case study analysis of five innovative private sector initiatives including M-Pesa (Kenya), Zipline (Ghana), Solar Turtle (South Africa), ActivSpaces (Cameroon), and the Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Program (Pan-African) this research investigates how private sector interventions contribute to inclusive growth. The findings reveal that private sector initiatives are most effective when they combine technological innovation with social impact, particularly in expanding financial access, healthcare delivery, renewable energy solutions, and entrepreneurship support. The study identifies significant challenges, including regulatory barriers, infrastructure deficits, limited access to finance, and skills gaps, which constrain the private sector’s potential. The research concludes that maximizing the private sector’s contribution to inclusive growth requires a coordinated approach involving policy reforms, infrastructure development, financial sector diversification, and stronger public-private partnerships. These findings have important implications for policymakers, development practitioners, and private sector stakeholders working to promote inclusive economic development in Africa.
Математические модели представления знаний и проектирование интеллектуальных систем
Authors: Свиридова Л. Е.
Published: December 2024

Математические модели представления знаний активно применяются в изучении и применении искусственного интеллекта в различных сферах человеческой жизнедеятельности. Основой искусственного интеллекта выступают определенные, конкретные знания, которые являются базисом для последующей разработки специальных моделей представления знаний, а также и языков описания знаний. В наше время интеллектуальные системы все больше проникают во все области, связанные с человеческой трудовой деятельностью, поэтому трудно дать четкое определение всем существующим направлениям исследований в сфере искусственного интеллекта, которые получили новый импульс развития в наше время. Проектирование и процесс создания интеллектуальных систем, базирующихся на знаниях, наиболее востребованное и актуальное направление искусственного интеллекта. Наиболее важной конечной целью данных систем является исследование, а также последующее применение полученных знаний учеными и специалистами для разрешения трудоемких и необычных практических задач, с которыми сталкивается современное человечество в процессе жизнедеятельности. В первую очередь, в процессе создании интеллектуальной системы в качестве наиболее важных знаний применяются те знания, которые были получены и интерпретированы экспертами в качестве определенных законов и правил для решения разного рода задач.
percepção dos atores sociais sobre a influência da barragem pau dos ferros para o desenvolvimento local
Authors: Dos Santos Taísa Mirelly , Estevam Stênio Maia , Barreto Filho Boanerges de Freitas
Published: December 2024

A pesquisa tem como objetivo discutir a influência da Barragem Pau dos Ferros para o Desenvolvimento Local (DL), a partir da percepção dos atores sociais diretamente envolvidos na exploração e gestão dos recursos hídricos do reservatório. Foi realizada uma pesquisa bibliográfica em autores reconhecidos, além de pesquisa de campo que contemplou a aplicação de questionários e a realização de entrevistas semiestruturadas, com os atores sociais diretamente envolvidos na exploração e gestão dos recursos hídricos. Na seleção dos moradores entrevistados, levou-se em consideração o tempo mínimo de moradia no entorno do reservatório (10 anos), ser membro da Colônia de Pescadores, Sindicato dos Trabalhadores, ou da Associação dos Colonos do Perímetro Irrigado e para os demais entrevistados foram selecionados os representantes de entidades e órgãos públicos com atuação direta na área do entorno do reservatório. Os resultados indicam que o reservatório desempenha papel relevante para o abastecimento hídrico de Pau dos Ferros/RN e cidades circunvizinhas, bem como é fonte de geração de emprego e renda, local de lazer, foi determinante para a exploração de atividades relacionadas ao turismo e serviu como impulsionador para a realização de alguns investimentos públicos e privados. De outro lado, deve-se atentar para a pressão relacionada à demanda crescente, bem como atentar para o aperfeiçoamento das ações que devem ser prestadas pelo poder público em favor dos moradores do entorno da Barragem Pau dos Ferros.
Termolesión por radiofrecuencia estereotáctica para desconexión en Hamartoma Hipotalámico por crisis gelásticas refractarias a intervenciones quirúrgicas previas
Authors: Menéndez Ramiro , Sánchez González Federico , Pampin Sergio , Barbosa Nicolás , Quintanal Cordero Nelson Ernesto , Piedimonte Fabián
Published: December 2024

Los hamartomas hipotalámicos son tumores benignos de baja incidencia, de características epileptogénicas, dentro de las cuales se destacan por las crisis gelásticas. Al día de la fecha no existe un estándar de oro para el tratamiento de este tipo de patología, existiendo múltiples procedimientos por lo que se hace necesario el abordaje combinado o la repetición de cirugías por la recidiva de los síntomas en varios casos. En este trabajo describimos nuestra experiencia con un paciente que fue intervenido en diferentes momentos y mediante técnicas distintas para manejo de las crisis gelásticas con escaso resultado. Se planteó la desconexión del área epileptogénica realizando varias termolesiones por radiofrecuencia estereotáctica. Se observó el control a lo largo del tiempo de las crisis gelásticas y una reducción de crisis secundarias, asociado a una baja morbimortalidad. Se propone que la radiofrecuencia es una buena técnica para este tipo de casos debido a su efectividad, ser mínimamente invasiva y tener un bajo riesgo asociado.
An Evaluative Study to Determine the Effectiveness of Ergonomic Health Promotion Programne (EHPP) on Postural Health among School Children in Selected Schools of Chennai (TN)
Authors: Poovizhi K  , Satchi Nesa Sathya , Sasikala. D  , Annabel PC Joselin
Published: December 2024

Musculoskeletal pain among school aged children is a well-known concern as acknowledged by WHO. Many children are not involved in regular physical activities, and spend more time on screen without maintaining normal posture. Assessment of posture and creating awareness among children is very important to reduce the disorders musculoskeletal symptoms. The present study aimed to evaluate the effect of ergonomic health promotion programme (EHPP) on postural health among school children in selected schools of Chennai (TN). A quasi-experimental design was used, and samples for the study were selected using total enumeration and consecutive sampling technique. The tools used in this study were background variables of school children and their parents, Standardised Nordic Body Map Questionnaire (SNBMQ), self-structured questionnaire, ergonomic awareness test questionnaire. The data was analysed using descriptive statistics (frequency and percentage) and inferential statistics (paired and unpaired ‘t’ test, correlation and association). The study has given some suggestions and educational implications on postural health of students studying in elementary schools. Majority of the school children (65%) had musculoskeletal problems. Majority of children followed acceptable posture, were relieved from musculoskeletal symptoms, 65 percent had adequate knowledge, 35 percent had moderately adequate knowledge on ergonomics in experimental group of school children. The study revealed that EHPP benefits in not only reducing the musculoskeletal symptoms, but also increases the exercise frequency, academic performance, and improves knowledge of lessening the musculoskeletal symptoms among school children.
Perception of Role Change and Challenges Identified during Internship by Nursing Interns
Authors: Paul Swatilekha , Kumar Susan
Published: December 2024

The study assesses nursing interns' perception of role change and identifies challenges faced by them during their curricular internships. Findings highlight high role change perception, yet significant challenges in clinical skills, psychosocial care, and workload management. The study underscores the need for improved strategies to facilitate smoother transitions and enhance the competency of nursing interns, ensuring quality patient care.
Transformational Role of Nurses Emerged during Covid-19 at Multiple Levels of Practice in Various Settings across India
Authors: Chugh Deepa , Venkatesan Latha , Sooria Suba , Gupta Rekha Rani , Thomas Chris , Kumar Ashok , Bala Shashi , Handa Uma
Published: December 2024

In 2019, Covid-19 struck the world, leading to unprecedented changes in healthcare, reminiscent of the 1918 Spanish Flu pandemic, which impacted a third of the global population within a year. The pandemic presented major challenges to the healthcare system, requiring essential strategies for managing the outbreak, particularly in the care of critically ill patients. Nurses played a crucial role in the management of Covid-19. A cross sectional study was conducted by Clinical Nursing Research Society of India to identify the transformational roles performed by nurses at multi-centric settings to combat Covid-19 pandemic. The study also aims at identifying challenges faced by nurses during the performance of their roles. The data was collected from 664 nurses with the help of structured questionnaire on emerging role of nurses during Covid-19, roles related to crisis management, leadership skills and challenges faced by Nursing professionals. The study found that 50.3 percent of Nurses were able to take moderate level of emergent role of Nurses after Covid-19. Nurses had highest mean (SD) score in crisis management (13.37± 2.99) followed by emergent roles (10.55 ± 2.86) and leadership skills (5.77 ± 2.31) respectively.
Combatting Burkholderia Cepacia in Neonatal Intensive Care
Authors: Saeed Muhammad , Rasheed Farhan , Jamil Iqra , Hidayat Rasool Muhammad , Khursheed Mohsin
Published: December 2024

We are writing to bring your attention to a serious issue concerning the emerging threat of Burkholderia cepacia infection in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and the subsequent challenges in its management. B. cepacia, a risky pathogen for hospital-acquired infections, poses significant health risks to patients due to its high fatality and mortality rates (1). Its emergence as a major pathogen in hospital settings is concerning, particularly in light of its strong intrinsic drug-resistant profile and the emergence of acquired drug resistance patterns (2). While it was initially thought to be linked to contamination from pharmaceutical products like sanitizers and disinfectants, it is now emerging as a deadly pathogen among ICU patients (3).
Światowe doświadczenia z subsydiowaniem ubezpieczeń gospodarczych w rolnictwie
Authors: Kulawik Jacek
Published: December 2024

Część druga artykułu koncentruje się na zależnościach między subsydiami ubezpieczeniowymi a popytem na produkty redukujące ryzyka, negatywnymi skutkami tej interwencji oraz możliwościami zracjonalizowania wydatkowanych na nią funduszy budżetowych. Przygotowano ją również na podstawie doświadczeń zgromadzonych przez Bank Światowy, Organizacji Narodów Zjednoczonych do spraw Wyżywienia i Rolnictwa (FAO), International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) i Organizacji Współpracy Gospodarczej i Rozwoju (OECD) oraz przeglądu literatury przedmiotu dokonanego za pomocą zmodyfikowanej techniki oraz techniki a snowballing backward – systematycznego przeglądu literatury, a także eksperckiej wiedzy autora tekstu. Przegląd
jest przy tym bardzo aktualny, gdyż kończy się na pierwszej połowie 2024 roku. Celem artykułu jest uogólnienie zróżnicowanych doświadczeń, refleksji teoretycznej oraz wyników badań empirycznych w trzech ww. obszarach. Całość analizy można podsumować trzema wnioskami. Po pierwsze, popyt rolników na ubezpieczenia rolne ogólnie odznacza się niską elastycznością, co w przypadku ubezpieczeń od wielu ryzyk, nazywanych w Polsce pakietowymi, wymaga stosowania wysokich stóp subsydiowania, aby popyt ten zauważalnie powiększyć. Po drugie, subsydia ubezpieczeniowe
mogą prowadzić do wielu negatywnych następstw motywacyjnych wśród uczestników rynku ubezpieczeniowego – w ostateczności przekłada się to na niższą społeczną efektywność ich stosowania. Po trzecie, subsydia ubezpieczeniowe mają tendencję do samopodtrzymywania się, ponieważ za ich kontynuacją opowiada się silna grupa interesów tworzona przez rolników, ubezpieczycieli i polityków rolnych. Taka sytuacja bardzo utrudnia racjonalizację całego systemu.
Measures taken by KRUS in the collection of outstanding contributions
Authors: Malwina Niezgoda Malwina
Published: December 2024

Participation in social insurance for farmers entails the inherent obligation of farmers to pay contributions, while farmers who do not comply with this obligation may face various actions undertaken by the Agricultural Social Insurance Fund (KRUS). Debt collection activities at the fund are performed by employees of the insurance department. Basic information activities include sending notices listing the outstanding amounts and repayment options under a relief scheme, as well as direct conversations with farmers while visiting their farms or during their visits to KRUS Local Branches. Before any measures are undertaken to enforce the recovery of amounts due, debtors are sent dunning notices calling them to pay any unpaid contributions.
If the debtor fails to act and repay the debt, the Fund may initiate proceedings aimed at
compulsory recovery of amounts due.
The article is based on legal provisions and internal regulations of the Fund concerning
the recovery of amounts due from farmers. The author also offers her insight from more than a dozen years of experience in recovering contributions from debtors. The aim of the article is to present the available methods of recovering amounts due from farmers.
Accidents on Farms. Case Analysis
Authors: Gaweł Wanda , Maczewska-Borny, Iwona , Poławska Małgorzata
Published: December 2024

Farm work involves numerous hazards that can lead to accidents or occupational
diseases, often representing a tragedy for families and, for the farm itself, a loss that is difficult to compensate. The aim of this article is to analyse the causes and circumstances of accidents occurring during farm work. An accident in agricultural work must simultaneously meet three conditions: it must be sudden, have an external cause, and be connected with the performance of agricultural work, while the absence of any of these criteria means that the incident cannot be recognised as an agricultural work accident. The article also addresses the issue of essential work performed during sick leave, during which a farmer may suffer an accident, and the most common reasons for refusing a one-off compensation payment in connection with an accident on a farm are also discussed. The preventive measures undertaken by the Agricultural Social
Insurance Fund (KRUS, the Fund) aim to reduce the number of agricultural work accidents and minimise risks that may lead to such incidents. The article presents an analysis of accidents on farms, methods of preventing accidents, and rules for ensuring safety during work, and also highlights the primary causes of accidents within specific groups. A case analysis was utilised as a research method in this article.
Global experiences with subsidising economic insurance in agriculture. Part II
Authors: Kulawik Jacek
Published: December 2024

The second part of this article focuses on the relationships between insurance
subsidies and the demand for risk mitigation products, the negative effects of such
intervention, and opportunities for rationalising the budgetary funds allocated to these
subsidies. This section is also based on experiences documented by the World Bank,
the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, the International
Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), and the Organisation for Economic Cooperation
and Development (OECD), as well as a review of the relevant literature conducted
using a modified snowba l l ing ba ckward technique, systematic literature reviews,
and the author’s expert knowledge. The review is highly up-to-date, ending in the first
half of 2024. The article aims to synthesise the diverse experiences, theoretical reflections, and empirical research results in the three aforementioned areas. The analysis can be summarised in three conclusions. Firstly, farmers’ demand for agricultural insurance generally exhibits low elasticity, requiring high subsidy rates, particularly for multi-risk insurance (known in Poland as package insurance), to significantly increase demand. Secondly, insurance subsidies may result in numerous demotivating effects among participants in the insurance market, ultimately reducing their social efficiency. Thirdly, insurance subsidies tend to become self-perpetuating, as a strong interest group – comprising farmers, insurers, and agricultural policymakers – advocates for their continuation, making it very challenging to rationalise the system.
Radar based Object Detector using Arduino Uno
Authors: Madhu M  , Megha K  , Monika  , Naksha B  , Ganesh V N
Published: December 2024

Radar technology has been the backbone of several applications, ranging from aviation to meteorology, offering extremely valuable capabilities for object detection and tracking. Conventional radar systems, though highly powerful, are very costly and complex, which makes them not easily accessible in many fields. To address these issues, this research attempts to design and implement a radar system using Arduino micro controllers and ultrasonic sensors. This innovative approach relies on the flexibility and cost-effectiveness of the Arduino platform and the accuracy of ultrasonic sensors for distance measurement to build a radar-like system. The work addresses the development of the hardware, acquisition of data, processing of the signal, and real-time visualization, thus offering an accessible and costeffective alternative for applications of radar. The research will integrate Arduino technology with ultrasonic sensors into a radar system; it focuses on simplicity, affordability, and practicality, achieving The area it covers is between traditional radar and do-it-yourself systems, and then application windows open up as robotics, smart cities, industrial automation, and eventually into the education sector as well. The results outline above are opening new visions to designs in radar systems while pointing radar innovations to newer avenues of work
Research on the Polish short version of the Self-Regulation Scale: a study across adolescents and adults with three independent samples
Authors: Rodzeń Wojciech , Gajda Maja
Published: December 2024

Background

Self-regulation is the ability to make and execute plans, manage emotions, and control behavior in order to achieve goals. Self-regulatory skills are crucial for proper psychosocial functioning. A higher level of self-regulation skills helps build more supportive relationships and is related to higher psychological well-being. Poor self-regulation is associated with a higher probability of falling into addictions and appears to be the main reason behind a wide range of behavioral problems.

Participants and procedure

The present study aimed to evaluate the psychometric properties of the Polish short version of the Self-Regulation Scale (sSRS) based on the 26-item Self-Regulation Scale. The following validity indicators were used: the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale, the Positive Orientation Scale, the Satisfaction with Life Scale, the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory, the General Self-Efficacy Scale, and the Buss-Perry Aggression Questionnaire. The study was conducted using a 12-item sSRS with a total of 1,525 participants from three independent studies.

Results

The obtained higher-order factor model confirmed the three-factor structure of self-regulation, containing three main as-pects: emotional (propensity for impulsivity and intense, negative emotional states), cognitive (ability to make and execute plans), and behavioral (fidgetiness and being in movement, as well as difficulties in focusing and directing attention). Two higher-order factors were added to the behavioral dimension: hyperactivity and behavioral attention.

Conclusions

The results of the exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis (EFA, CFA) as well as the obtained values of reliability and validity coefficients indicate satisfactory psychometric properties of the sSRS and its usefulness in further empirical research.
Sequencing of game complexes in women’s volleyball: are there differences according to the set played?
Authors: Vieira Pedro Henrique Cavalcante , Laporta Lorenzo , Pedrosa Gustavo Ferreira , Santana Augusto Faria de Paula , Freire Auro Barreiros , Rangel Crislaine Couto , Lira Claudio Andre Barbosa de , Clemente Filipe Manuel , Leonardi Thiago José , Costa Gustavo De Conti Teixeira
Published: December 2024

Purpose

The objective of the present manuscript was to analyse the flow of play in high-level women’s volleyball by sequencing game complexes per set.

Methods

The sample analysed 135 matches played in the 2021/2022 Brazilian Women’s Superliga, with the number of matches analysed ranging from 14 and 25 matches for all teams participating in the championship. Eigenvector Centrality and Social Network Analysis conducted the connectivity and specificity of relationships as, and inferential analysis was performed using the chi-square test with a Monte Carlo correction.

Results

The results showed that the highest eigenvalues were for the continuity effect, except for complex 0. Regarding the continuity effect, the eigenvalues in the first four sets were higher for complexes III, IV, and V. In the fifth set, the highest eigenvalues were close between complexes II, III, IV, and V for the continuity effect. Furthermore, the results indicated that there was no association between the sequencing of game complexes and the set played (χ² = 2470.01 and = 0.34, p = 0.272), nor between the number of complexes and the set played (χ² = 17.63 and = 0.03, p = 0.346).

Conclusions

In conclusion, women’s volleyball presents gameplay strategies to sustain play, promoting game continuity, regardless of the set played. The number of game complexes required to secure a point varies between two and three game complexes. Coaches should consider the dynamics in women’s volleyball matches, preparing teams for less risky and more continuous play.
Effects of Visual Occlusion on Lower Extremity Biomechanics during a Low-Intensity Single-Leg Landing
Authors: Imai Satoshi , Harato Kengo , Morishige Yutaro , Nagura Takeo , Matsumoto Hideo , Hase Kimitaka
Published: December 2024

Visual information is crucial for motor control during a jump-landing, allowing for anticipation of landing timing and prediction of the impact. However, the effects of visual occlusion on lower extremity biomechanics are not well understood. To investigate this, we studied the impact of visual occlusion on motor control during a low-intensity single-leg landing. Seventeen female college students participated in the controlled laboratory investigation. They performed low-intensity repetitive vertical hopping on a single leg under eyes-open (EO) and eyes-closed (EC) conditions. Main outcome measurements were taken, including jump height, ground reaction forces, joint angles, and joint moments, using a motion capture system. The significant effects of visual occlusion were as follows: 1) a decrease in the hip flexion angle at ground contact (p = 0.02), 2) an increase in Fx (medio-lateral ground reaction force), knee valgus, and internal rotation angles in the early phase within 80 ms after ground contact (p < 0.05), and 3) an increase in Fz (vertical ground reaction force) and a reduction in hip and knee flexion angles at peak Fz (p < 0.05). The amount of angular change at the ankle joint correlated with the hip and knee joints only under the EC condition (p < 0.05). These changes indicate modifications in landing strategy for safety and/or deficiencies in control for an efficient and accurate landing. In conclusion, visual information contributes to safe and accurate motor control during low-intensity landing movements.
Effects of Eight-Week Game-Based High-Intensity Interval Training Performed on Different Pitch Dimensions
on the Level of Physical Capacity and Time-Motion Responses
in Youth Soccer Players
Authors: Jastrzębski Zbigniew , Wakuluk-Lewandowska Dorota , Arslan Ersan , Kilit Bulent , Soylu Yusuf , Radzimiński Łukasz
Published: December 2024

This study aimed to assess the effects of two different pitch dimensions on physical fitness responses and time-motion characteristics in young soccer players during the in-season period. Thirty-nine participants were randomly assigned to two playing areas: a 90 m2 (PD90, n = 19) and a 180 m2 (PD180, n = 20) area per player. During the eight-week soccer-specific high-intensity interval training (HIIT) intervention, both groups performed four bouts of 5-a-side games (SSGs) in two different pitch dimensions of 5 min with 3 min active rest intervals between games. The heart rate (HR), total distance (TD) and distances covered while walking (WLK), jogging (JOG), low-speed running (LSR), high-speed running (HSR), and sprinting (SPR) were recorded during SSGs. Before and after the intervention, the following tests and variables were completed and evaluated: physical work capacity (PWC170), the Wingate anaerobic test, the lactate threshold (LT), 5-m, 20-m, and 30-m sprint tests. Significant between-groups differences were found post-intervention in PWC170 (p = 0.018, ES = 0.15) and the 5-m sprint (p = 0.002, ES = 0.24). Greater playing areas could be more beneficial in developing aerobic fitness, while SSGs on smaller pitch sizes improve the ability of short-distance accelerations.
How Do Cognitive and Motor Dual-Tasks during Small-Sided Games Impact the Tactical Performance of Youth Soccer Players?
Authors: Moreira Pedro Emilio Drumond , Albuquerque Maicon Rodrigues , Fortes Leonardo de Sousa , Praça Gibson
Published: December 2024

Numerous studies have investigated physical and motor performance during dual-task protocols in different sports. However, only few studies have investigated tactical performance in dual-task situations in real-world game situations, such as small-sided games (SSGs). Moreover, sport-specific literature is unclear about the effects of motor or cognitive secondary tasks and the type of the stimulus (memorization, math operations) on players’ tactical performance. This study considered the impact of dual tasks on soccer players’ tactical performance within SSGs and compared the effects of motor and cognitive secondary tasks on soccer players’ tactical performance. A total of 24 U-13 soccer players (12.34 ± 0.55 years) took part in the study, playing SSGs under four different conditions: a single task (ST) condition: players performed only SSGs; a motor dual-task (MDT) condition: players performed SSGs while balancing a basketball ball on a cone; a cognitive dual-task 1 (CDT1) condition: players performed SSGs while doing math operations; a cognitive dual-task 2 (CDT2) condition: players performed SSGs while doing a memorization task. Tactical performance was assessed using the FUT-SAT under all experimental conditions. Players showed higher tactical performance in SSGs with a ST than SSGs with secondary tasks (p < 0.001). When comparing secondary tasks in SSGs, players presented a better tactical performance in SSGs with cognitive secondary tasks than in SSGs with a motor secondary task (p = 0.02). In conclusion, dual tasks impair the tactical performance of soccer players, with the motor secondary task inducing greater impairment than secondary cognitive tasks.