bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
k-Srivastava hypergeometric functions and their integral representations
Authors: Halıcı Sena , Çetinkaya Ayşegül
Published: December 2024

In this study, we introduce the k-Srivastava hypergeometric functions by means of the Pochhammer k-symbol. Also, we obtain the relations between k-Srivastava hypergeometric and classical Srivastava hypergeometric functions. Then, we show that with the help of these relations, integral representations of k-Srivastava hypergeometric functions can be easily proved without the need for lengthy proofs.
Petrović-type inequality via fractional calculus
Authors: Kórus Péter , Valdés Juan Eduardo Nápoles , Rodríguez José Manuel , Almira José Maríá Sigarreta
Published: December 2024

Inequalities play an important role in pure and applied mathematics. In particular, Petrović inequality is an important inequality which have several interesting generalizations. In this work we prove a new Petrović-type inequality for measurable functions defined on a space with finite measure, and we apply it to generalized Riemann–Liouville-type integral operators.
Solving Caputo fractional order differential equations via fixed point results of α-Geraghty contraction type mappings
Authors: Taqbibt Abdellah , Omari M'Hamed El , Melliani Said
Published: December 2024

In this paper, by the fixed point results of α–Geraghty contraction type mappings, we prove the existence and uniqueness results of solutions for some Caputo fractional order differential equations in metric spaces. In addition, we conclude the applicability of these results with an illustrative example.
Rings characterized by the extending property for finitely generated submodules
Authors: Dung Banh Duc
Published: December 2024

A module M is called ef-extending if every closed submodule which contains essentially a finitely generated submodule is a direct summand of M. In this paper, we prove some properties of rings via ef-extending modules and essentially finite injective modules. It is shown that a module M is an ef-extending module and whenever M = H ⊕ K with H essentially finite, then H is essentially finite K-injective if and only if for essentially finite submodules N1,N2 of M with N1 ∩ N2 = 0, there exist submodules M1,M2 of M such that Ni is essential in Mi (i = 1,2) and M1 ⊕ M2 is a direct summand of M. A ring R is right co-Harada if and only if R is right (or left) perfect with ACC on right annihilators and R ⊕ R is ef-extending as a right R-module, iff R is right (or left) perfect and RR(ℕ ⁡ ) is an ef-extending module. Some properties of ef-extending modules over excellent extension rings are considered.
Dynamics of positive solutions of a three dimensional higher order system of difference equations
Authors: Hassani Murad Khan , Yazlik Yasin , Touafek Nouressadat
Published: December 2024

In this paper, we study the global behavior of positive solutions of the following system of difference equations xn+1 = A + yn yn−k,yn+1 = A + zn zn−k,zn+1 = A + xn xn−k,n ∈ ℕ0, where the parameter A > 0, the initial values x−i,y−i,z−i, i ∈{0,1,2,…,k}, are arbitrary positive real number and k ∈ ℕ. Moreover, we provide semi-cycle analysis of positive solutions to the above system of difference equations. Finally, we also give some numerical examples which support our analytical results.
Factors That Influence Cybersecurity Compliance Behaviours by Bank Employees: A Case of Banks Operating In Kenya
Authors: Wakoli Leonard W.
Published: December 2024

Digitization of transactions in Banks has developed exponentially since the advent of the internet technology.  This has brought about efficiency and high quality service delivery at all times.  However, cyber threats also continue to grow exponentially in spite of various initiatives to counter the threats.  There are numerous technology initiatives to address the issue of cyber threats but the problem still persists.  There is very limited research on how to leverage on human behaviours to effectively improve Cyber security compliance behaviours in Banks.  Investigating Cyber security Compliance behaviours in Banks has therefore become inevitable. The main purpose of this study was to determine the factors that influence cyber security compliance behaviours in banks operating in Kenya.  This was accomplished using a model that was based on an integration of three theories: Institutional Theory, the Protection Motivational Theory (PMT) and the General Deterrence Theory (GDT).  In order to empirically test the relationships between the independent and dependent variables, data were collected from 75 purposively selected bank employees in Kenya.  The Research was carried out using the mixed (both quantitative and qualitative) approach and survey tools used to collect data were verified for reliability and validity before being used.  Data analysis was carried out using SPSS Version 25.0, MS Excel 2013, and WarpPLS (SEM) Version 7.0.  The findings of our study indicate that the direct paths from the independent variables “Normative pressure” (p = 0.026, β = 0.213), “Self-Efficacy” (p < 0.001, β = 0.440), “Punishment certainty” (p = 0.024, β = 0.217), “Age” (p = 0.013, β = 0.243), “Prior experience with computers” (p = 0.004, β = -0.284) were found to have a positive, direct and significant influence on a bank employee cyber security compliance behaviours. “Top management commitment” was found to partially mediate between self-efficacy and Cyber security compliance behaviours.
Bank management may find the results useful for future policy formulation in relation to cyber-security compliance behaviours.  Researchers and scholars may also find the results useful in terms of contribution to the body of knowledge and further investigation to fill the gaps identified by the study.
Study of Chromophores Potential in Binahong Leaf Extracts for Solar Cell Development
Authors: Sanjaya I Gusti Made , Setiarso Pirim
Published: December 2024

Solar cell material from organic chromophores is interesting to develop because it has adjustable electronic and optical properties, the material is relatively cheap, the manufacturing method is simple, environmentally friendly, and easy to recycle. This research aims to study the potential of leaf extract from binahong as a raw material for the development of organic solar cells in terms of its chromophore. The study was carried out through an analysis of leaf extracts from binahong with red stems and leaf extracts from binahong with green stems with the help of a UV-VIS spectrophotometer instrument and a Shimadzu LCMS – 8040 LC/MS instrument. The compounds identified from each extract through their LCMS chromatograms were then characterized computationally using gamess applications with the DFT method and 6.31G* basis set. The results showed that the leaf extract from binahong with red stems had a different color and band gap than the leaf extract from binahong with green stems. This is because the red-stemmed binahong leaf extract has an excess of 3 compounds, namely kaempferol-3-(6"-malonyl glucoside), prodelphinidin B1, and prodelphinidin C2. The LCMS chromatogram showed that there were 55 bioactive compounds identified in the leaf extract from binahong with red stems and 52 compounds identified in the leaf extract from binahong with green stems. Of all these compounds, the majority, namely 44 compounds in the leaf extract from binahong leaves with red stems and 42 compounds in the leaf extract from binahong with green stems, are chromophores that have the potential to be used as raw materials for developing solar cells.
Kamusal Sanatın Evrilmesi Üzerine Bir Değerlendirme
Authors: Yücel Besim Devrim , Songür Dağ Elif
Published: December 2024

Bu çalışma neredeyse çevreyle ilişkili tüm tasarım alanlarını ilgilendiren “kamusal alanda sanat” kavramının değişimi üzerine bir derlemedir. Çok disiplinliği beraberinde getiren yenilikleriyle “kamusal alanda sanat” kavramı iki farklı disiplinden gelen yazarlar (mimar ve grafik tasarımcı) tarafından yeniden ele alınmış çalışmada ‘kamusal sanattan kamusal alanda tasarım’ kavramına dönüşen değişimin tartışılması hedeflenmektedir. Çalışmanın bir başka amacı, bu konularda kullanılan kavramlara netlik kazandırmaktır.

Çalışmanın başında tanımlara yer verilmiş, “kamusal olma ve sanat olanın” günümüzdeki farklılaşmış anlamlarına bakılmıştır. Çalışmadaki kavramlara ait bilgiler, “kent, kentsel mekân ve kamusal alan ilişkisi, sanat ve çevre ilişkisi” gibi anahtar kelimeler üzerinden yapılmış literatür çalışmasına dayanmaktadır. Çalışmanın bu alt yapı birikimine dayanarak uluslararası platformda yapılan ve ses getiren farklı ölçekteki örnekler üzerinden önce “kamusal alanda sanat” ile ilişkili ortak nitelik ve hedefler belirlenmiş; sonra kamusal alanda sanatın farklı biçimlerinin müşterekliklerine dayanarak bir sınıflandırma yapılmaya çalışılmıştır. Temelinde araştırmacıların mesleki deneyimleriyle ilişkili yaptıkları gözlemlere dayanan çalışma, kendi yorumlarını ifade eden fotoğraf ve grafiklerle desteklenmiştir.
THE ECONOMICS OF LOCATION AND SPACE: URBANISATION IN SOUTH ASIA
Authors: Noronha Rodrigues José , Bhattacharya Sumanta , Rodrigues Dora Cristina Ribeiro Cabete de Noronha
Published: December 2024

This article analyses the effects of the economics of location and space, in particular urbanisation in South Asia. The potential of urbanisation is used as a comparative term to join the more prosperous, industrialised nations with better living standards. The aim is to demonstrate the impact of urbanisation, climate change and urban biodiversity on sustainability, as well as their consequences in the suburbs and peripheries of large cities. The objectives of sustainable urban development and the green economy are similar, which is why the rapid urbanisation taking place in South Asia has brought to light the importance of urban green infrastructure and the green economy in terms of promoting long-term sustainability and solving environmental, social and economic problems. The research makes use of bibliographical and documentary research, as well as some normative provisions. It concludes that it is essential to plan cities and build sustainable communities in order to minimise the impact of urbanisation on environmental, social, economic and financial sustainability and, in particular, on people’s quality of life.
O tribunal escolar: um estudo sobre a produção da jurisprudência professoral nos conselhos de classe
Authors: Plessim Vinicius Kapicius
Published: December 2024

O artigo se propõe a analisar a produção da jurisprudência professoral nos conselhos de classe. Procuramos ainda entender as diferentes leituras que os profissionais da educação realizam dessa realidade social. As percepções são operacionalizadas como esquemas capazes de legitimar os rumos do estudante na instituição. Por intermédio da pesquisa qualitativa, no estudo de campo realizado escola da rede municipal de ensino do município de Duque de Caxias­RJ, foram produzidas nove entrevistas com docentes que atuam nesse espaço. O trabalho tem como hipótese que o conselho de classe se transforma num tribunal marcado pelas imposições das vontades professorais. Este trabalho se justifica por buscar compreender os diferentes sentidos da prática docente através de sua atuação nos conselhos de classe. Enquanto um lugar das apreciações e da produção do julgamento professoral, os conselhos classe legitimam a conservação social da escola, pois, nesse âmbito, o professor define o destino escolar do aluno e imputa a este último a prerrogativa de ser aprovado ou reprovado frente aos seus esquemas classificatórios.
Klinefelter Syndrome is Not an Inherited Condition
Authors: Franjić Siniša
Published: December 2024

Klinefelter syndrome has ≥2 X chromosomes in addition to 1 Y chromosome, leading to the development of a male phenotype. Klinefelter’s
syndrome appears in about 1/800 live births of male children. Affected boys are usually tall, with disproportionately long arms and legs. They
often have small, firm testicles, and about 30% of them develop gynecomastia. Puberty usually occurs at the usual age, but facial hair is often
poorly expressed.
Analysis of Maternal Risk Factors for Restricted Fetal Growth in Early and Late Onset Fetal Growth Restriction
Authors: Cheng Tingting
Published: December 2024

Purpose: The aim of this study is to analyze the risk factors for early-onset and late-onset fetal growth restriction (FGR) to improve maternal
and neonatal outcomes.
Methods: Clinical data from 308 FGR patients were collected and divided into two groups: early-onset group (53 cases) and late-onset
group (255 cases). The risk factors of the early-onset and late-onset groups were analyzed by single factor regression analysis and multiple
Logistic regression analysis.
Demographic Profile, Mapping, and Punishment of Terrorist Convicts in Indonesia: An Introduction to the Indonesian Terrorism Cases Database
Authors: Maulana Iwa , Putri Daniella T. , Kresna Indriana M. , Ramadhani Destya G.
Published: December 2024

To support counter-terrorism and preventing violent extremism in Indonesia, the
Center for Detention Studies (CDS) has collected data on court decisions of criminal acts
of terrorism that occurred from 2002 to 2023. A total of 712 cases have been collected and
processed in the Indonesian Terrorism Cases Database. The database contains information
related to terrorist offenders such as demographic profile, network characteristics, and
sentencing patterns. This database also displays terrorist crime hotspots to guide authorities,
NGOs, and practitioners in directing their prevention efforts. The target users of this database
are the National Counter-Terrorism Agency staff, judges, prosecutors, police, correctional
institutions, as well as academics, NGOs, and researchers. This article is our initial attempt to
introduce the database to a wider audience.
ANALISIS KEMAMPUAN REPRESENTASI MATEMATIS SISWA DITINJAU DARI KECEMASAN MATEMATIKA [ANALYSIS OF STUDENTS' MATHEMATICAL REPRESENTATION ABILITY IN TERMS OF MATH ANXIETY]
Authors: Andriani Nur Lisa , Fauziyah Nur
Published: December 2024

The purpose of this research is to describe the profile of students' mathematical representation ability in terms of math anxiety. This research method is descriptive qualitative method. The research was conducted at SMAN 1 Manyar with the research subjects being 3 class X students, consisting of students with low, medium, and high levels of math anxiety. There are two instruments in this study, namely a math anxiety questionnaire and mathematical representation ability test questions. Data analysis techniques used in this study consist of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results of the research data showed the profile of mathematical representation ability (1) subjects with “low” math anxiety level had good visual representation ability, but still lacking in symbolic and verbal representation, (2) Subjects with “medium” math anxiety level had quite good visual mathematical representation ability, but still lacking in symbolic and verbal representation (3) subjects with “high” math anxiety level did not fulfill all of the three indicators of mathematical representation ability.BAHASA INDONESIA ABSTRACT: Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mendeskripsikan profil kemampuan representasi matematis siswa yang ditinjau dari kecemasan matematika. Metode penelitian ini adalah metode kualitatif deskriptif. Penelitian dilakukan di SMAN 1 Manyar dengan subjek penelitian 3 siswa kelas X, yang terdiri dari siswa dengan tingkat kecemasan matematika rendah, sedang, dan tinggi. Terdapat dua instrumen pada penelitian ini yaitu angket kecemasan matematika dan soal tes kemampuan representasi matematis. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan pada penelitian ini terdiri dari reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil perolehan data penelitian menunjukkan profil kemampuan representasi matematis (1) subjek dengan tingkat kecemasan matematika “rendah” memiliki kemampuan representasi visual yang baik, namun masih kurang dalam representasi simbolik dan verbal, (2) Subjek dengan tingkat kecemasan matematika “sedang” memiliki kemampuan representasi matematis visual yang cukup baik, namun masih kurang dalam representasi simbolik dan verbal (3) subjek dengan tingkat kecemasan matematika “tinggi” tidak memenuhi semua dari tiga indikator kemampuan representasi matematis.
Enquête. Deux expériences de jumelage des recherches sur la forêt dense tropicale
Authors: Chimbault R.
Published: December 2024

Pas de résumé
“The First Such Liberal Undertaking in Breslau”: The Breslau Competition for the Design of the New Exchange Building in 1863
Authors: Zabłocka-Kos Agnieszka
Published: December 2024

The Neo-Gothic Exchange Building in Wrocław (15 Krupnicza Street) was erected in the years 1864–1867. It can be considered as one of the most interesting works, both in terms of architecture and style, which were built in Central Europe until the 1870s. Its final form was created as a result of a thorough transformation of the competition design (“nur deutsch” motto) by the Breslau architect Carl Johann Bogislav Lüdecke (1826–1894), who won second award. The all-German competition, announced in October 1863 and decided in March 1864, was one of the most interesting artistic undertakings in Silesia in the third quarter of the 19th century. It was described in the Breslau press as “the first such liberal undertaking”. Twenty-six designs were submitted for it. They were shown at an exhibition open to the general public, and some of them were thoroughly discussed in the press. The aim of the article is to present the context of the competition, which takes place against the background of the conflict between Christian and Jewish merchants in Breslau, and to discuss and analyse the competition designs. It was proposed that a new attribution be made to the part of these projects stored in the Lüdecke’s legacy at the Architekturmuseum der Technischen Universität in Berlin.
Kebijakan Migrasi Australia Dalam Hal Pengalihan Pengungsi dan Pencari Suaka ke Nauru dan Papua Nugini
Authors: Susanto Corry Amanda
Published: December 2024

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana dampak kebijakan migrasi Australia dalam hal pengalihan pengungsi dan pencari suaka ke Nauru dan Papua Nugini. Insiden Kapal MV Tampa ini terjadi menjelang pemilu federal di Australia yang akan diadakan pada akhir tahun 2001. Angka dukungan terhadap John Howard pada saat itu termasuk rendah. Pemerintahan John Howard menggunakan isu Kapal MV Tampa sebagai keuntungan politik tersendiri. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah penelitian deskriptif kualitatif. Penelitian ini mengkaji bagaimana dampak kebijakan migrasi Australia dalam hal pengalihan pengungsi dan pencari suaka ke Nauru dan Papua Nugini. Dalam menangani pengungsi, John Howard membentuk suatu kebijakan yang dikenal dengan sebutan Pacific Solution. Pacific Solution merupakan suatu kebijakan yang digagas oleh pemerintah Australia pada masa kepemimpinan John Howard untuk memindahkan pencari suaka dengan menyebarkannya ke negara-negara kepulauan di Samudra Pasifik. Sayangnya, banyak kritikus yang memberikan kritik bahwa kebijakan tersebut sama sekali tidak membantu negara-negara Pasifik maupun pengungsi sehingga menimbulkan ketergantungan negara-negara Pasifik terhadap Australia seperti Papua Nugini dan Nauru dimana kedua negara tersebut menjadi negara yang paling banyak menampung pengungsi dan pencari suaka.
Kata Kunci: Australia; John Howard; Nauru; Pacific Solution; Papua Nugini.
Representasi Nilai-Nilai Islam dalam Penyelenggaraan World Cup 2022 Qatar
Authors: Yahya Syifa' syauqi djohan , Hara Abubakar Eby , Albayumi Fuat
Published: December 2024

Representasi nilai Islam merupakan bagian dari cara Qatar dalam mengimplementasikan identitas Islam yang dimiliki oleh negaranya dalam penerapan kebijakan bernegara. Qatar yang merupakan negara Islam berupaya untuk menunjukan identitas keIslaman yang mereka miliki secara tegas dengan penerapan berbagai kebijakan yang mereka terapkan. Dalam penerapan identitasnya, konstruktivisme modern membantu menjelaskan bagaimana peran identitas dalam menentukan kebijakan yang diambil oleh sebuah negara. Selain itu, Diplomasi Publik juga diterapkan oleh Qatar dalam memperkenalkan identitas yang mereka miliki dalam penyelenggaraan Piala Dunia. Adapun kebijakan yang merepresentasikan nilai Islam dalam World Cup 2022 yakni pelarangan simbol dan praktik Lesbian, Gay, Biseksual, Transgender dan Queer (LGBTQ), pelarangan praktik Sex Outside Marriage, pelarangan konsumsi alkohol di ruang publik dan pelarangan perjudian. Peraturan-peraturan yang memiliki keterkaitan dengan syariat Islam diterapkan oleh Qatar pada setiap turis maupun atlet yang bertanding dalam Piala Dunia 2022. Qatar dengan identitas Islamnya berupaya untuk memperkenalkan pada dunia bahwa Islam adalah agama yang moderat dan menentang segala bentuk diskriminasi dan juga menolak untuk dipandang sebelah mata oleh masyarakat internasional.
Kata Kunci: Representasi, Identitas, Islam, Qatar.
Misteri Perompakan di Perairan Benin sebagai Bentuk Perlawanan Marginaliasasi Dekolonisasi Dahomey
Authors: Simanungkalit Agnes Monica P.K
Published: December 2024

Perompakan di perairan Benin telah menjadi isu signifikan dalam diskursus keamanan maritim dan ekonomi global. Penelitian ini bertujuan mengkaji fenomena perompakan di perairan Benin melalui perspektif poskolonialisme, dengan fokus pada dampak warisan kolonial dan marginalisasi ekonomi terhadap munculnya aktivitas perompakan. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif analitis studi literatur, mengandalkan analisis historis dan ekonomi untuk menggali faktor faktor penyebab struktural di balik perompakan. Hasil kajian penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa perompakan di Benin dapat dipahami sebagai bentuk perlawanan terhadap ketidakadilan struktural yang diwariskan dari sejarah kolonial dan proses dekolonisasi yang tidak tuntas. Penelitian ini menyimpulkan bahwa perompakan di Benin bukan sekadar masalah kriminalitas, melainkan refleksi dari perlawanan terhadap marginalisasi dan eksploitasi ekonomi yang mendalam. Penelitian ini berkontribusi dalam memberikan pemahaman yang lebih holistik tentang perompakan maritim di Benin serta menawarkan wawasan bagi kebijakan yang lebih adil dan berkelanjutan. Kata
Kunci: Perompakan, Benin, Poskolonialisme, Marginalisasi, Dekolonisasi.
Lived experiences of hypertensive older adults living alone in Kendari City: a phenomenological aprroach
Authors: Prio Asminarsih Zainal , Sahar Junaiti , Rekawati Etty
Published: December 2024

Introduction: This study aimed to explore lived experiences as evidence-based in developing health services for hypertensive older adults living alone.
Methods: This study employed a qualitative phenomenological approach, with in-depth and semi-structured interviews of hypertensive older adults living alone in Kendari City Southeast Sulawesi. Purposive sampling was utilized. 15 participating older adults, predominantly female, and with ages ranging from 61-80.  Data were collected from April until July 2022, and Colaizzi’s steps were used to guide the data analysis.
Results: Three themes were identified: 1) health changes in the older adults living alone consisting of physical, emotional, social, and spiritual changes; 2) coping mechanisms consisting of emotion-focused coping, biobehavior-focused coping, social-focused coping, and spiritual-focused coping; and 3) healthcare needs consisting of health information needs, regular health checks, group activities, and spiritual activities.
Conclusions: This research highlights the needs of hypertensive older adults living alone to adapt to their health changes and requiring holistic hypertensive care as well as regular health services. Recommendations in this study include developing a holistic hypertensive care program consisting of physical, psychological, social, and spiritual activities. Further research needs to explore the effectiveness of holistic hypertension care on blood pressure, stress, coping, and quality of life of older adults with hypertension by comparing older adults living alone with older adults living with family, and qualitative research using ethnographic methods to determine the adaptation process of the older adults living alone according to culture.
Effectiveness of prone position with its moderating factors in non-intubated acute respiratory distress syndrome patients: a meta-analysis
Authors: Tan Julianus Yudhistira , Togatorop Via Eliadora , Koerniawan Dheni , Kosasih Cecep Eli , Mediani Henny Suzana
Published: December 2024

Introduction: While numerous meta-analyses have explored the efficacy of awake prone position (APP), most have concentrated solely on intubation rate among Covid-19 patients without comprehensively identifying the influencing factors. This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of APP along with its moderating factors on oxygenation, intubation rate, and mortality in non-intubated acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) patients.
Methods: We conducted a systematic search in PubMed, Web of Science, and CINAHL from inception to December 2022. JBI critical appraisal tools were used to assess the study quality. Random-effects model was employed to calculate pooled standardized mean difference for continuous outcomes and risk ratio for dichotomous outcomes.
Results: Among the 39 studies included, most patients were suffering from Covid-19, using conventional oxygen therapy, and receiving APP outside the ICU. APP significantly improved the PaO2/FiO2 ratio (SMD=0.70, 95% CI=0.51-0.88) and SpO2/FiO2 ratio (SMD=0.76, 95% CI=0.51-1.01), while also reducing the risk of intubation (RR=0.66, 95% CI=0.51-0.85) and mortality (RR=0.62, 95% CI=0.49-0.78). Factors including severity, respiratory device, body mass index, detail of position, use of medication assistance, total duration, follow-up time, position at follow-up, and study design significantly influence the effectiveness of APP. APP did not lead to significant improvements in length of stay and adverse events
Conclusions: APP is a safe and beneficial intervention, enhancing oxygenation and reducing intubation and mortality rates in non-intubated ARDS patients. Importantly, various patient and intervention characteristics should be taken into account when implementing APP. Further well-designed experimental studies are needed to strengthen the evidence base.
A systematic review and meta-analysis of sleep hygiene implementation and its effect on sleep quality and fatigue in patients undergoing hemodialysis
Authors: Fauziah Hesti Fathan Nurfais , Rochmawati Erna , Padela Aasim
Published: December 2024

Introduction: The prevalence of patients undergoing hemodialysis who experience sleep disturbances and fatigue is high. Pharmacologic management has consequences and adverse effects, therefore, integrative intervention is important to be investigated. Sleep hygiene is one such integrative intervention that improves comfort including enhancing sleep quality and reducing fatigue. However, none have synthesized the effect of sleep hygiene intervention, particularly in the hemodialysis setting. This systematic review aims to synthesize the effectiveness of sleep hygiene in improving sleep quality and fatigue in patients undergoing hemodialysis.
Methods: This is a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials and quasi-experimental studies. Relevant studies were gathered by searching five databases from 2008-2023 using several keywords, such as sleep hygiene, sleep quality and fatigue. Quality assessment was conducted using relevant tools from the Joanna Briggs Institutes (JBI). Following that, synthesis of research findings was conducted using Review Manager version 5.4.
Results: Seven studies of 3,633 screened were included, with one high-quality study (88%) and six studies of moderate quality (61-76%). The review indicated a significant difference in sleep quality (MD = -2.36; 95% CI = -4.28, -0.44; p=0.016). However, there was no significant difference in fatigue (SMD = -0.08; 95% CI = -0.40, 0.24; p=0.61).
Conclusions: The evidence supports that sleep hygiene is effective in enhancing sleep quality. This systematic review contributes evidence to support the inclusion of sleep hygiene into holistic nursing to assist patients in improving sleep quality and reducing fatigue.
Enhancing competitiveness of Muslim clothing SMEs through entrepreneurial orientation and product innovation
Authors: Fatmah Dinda , Rahmah Mirhamida , Aslikhah Nurul , Soe Htet Paing , Rahmah Yusriyah
Published: December 2024

Purpose – This study aims to explore the relationships between entrepreneurial orientation (EO), market orientation, product innovation, and competitive advantage within Muslim clothing SMEs. This study provides insights into how these factors interact and contribute to the overall success of these enterprises.Methodology – This quantitative study explores the relationships between entrepreneurial orientation, market orientation, product innovation, and competitive advantage in the Muslim clothing industry. Using a proportional sample of 103 employees from Muslim clothing SMEs in East Java, data were collected through a five-point Likert-scale questionnaire and analyzed via multiple regression to assess direct and mediating effects.Findings – The key findings reveal that entrepreneurial orientation positively impacts product innovation, indicating that entrepreneurial companies are more innovative. Additionally, EO significantly influences market orientation, making firms more responsive to their market needs. EO enhances competitive advantage, whereas market orientation negatively impacts it, suggesting that excessive focus on the market may hinder differentiation. Conversely, product innovation positively affects a firm’s competitive advantage. The study finds that market orientation does not mediate the relationship between EO and competitive advantage, whereas product innovation does.Implications – These findings provide practical insights for SMEs in the Muslim clothing industry. Companies should cultivate entrepreneurial orientation to boost innovation and competitive advantage, balancing market orientation to avoid stifling differentiation. Originality – This study contributes to the literature by investigating the intricate relationships between EO, market orientation, product innovation, and competitive advantage in Muslim Clothing SMEs, emphasizing the mediating role of product innovation.
BeamSNARKS: A proof algorithm is further veering right into Ethereum 3.0 with zkVM running on DePINs
Authors: Drake Justin
Published: December 2024

The rapid evolution of Ethereum’s infrastructure calls for innovative mechanisms to enhance scalability, security, and performance. This paper introduces BeamSNARKS, a cutting-edge framework designed to address critical challenges in zero-knowledge proof systems. BeamSNARKS encompasses two groundbreaking innovations: the Dynamic zkSNARKS Generation Optimization Mechanism and the Dynamic SNARKification Technology. The former revolutionizes computational efficiency by dynamically retrieving state data relevant to proof generation, minimizing bandwidth and storage requirements while maintaining validation accuracy. The latter introduces adaptive circuit design and hierarchical proof aggregation to optimize transaction throughput and reduce the computational and financial overhead of Layer 1 submissions. Together, these innovations establish BeamSNARKS as a pivotal advancement in scalable, efficient, and resource-optimized zero-knowledge proof systems. Through comprehensive analysis and targeted experiments, this paper evaluates the performance of BeamSNARKS’s innovations, demonstrating their potential to transform Ethereum’s decentralized ecosystem and lay the groundwork for future high-throughput applications.
GMTP: Enhanced Travel Time Prediction with Graph Attention Network and BERT Integration
Authors: Liu Ting , Liu Yuan
Published: December 2024

Existing vehicle travel time prediction applications face two primary challenges: modeling complex road network structures and handling irregular spatio=emporal traffic state propagation. To address these challenges, this paper proposes a novel travel time prediction method, GMTP, based on vehicle GPS data. The proposed GMTP method improves the original attention mechanism ,by introducing shared attention mechanism with high computational efficiency, and integrates the graph attention network GATv2 and the long sequence language model BERT. This enables the adaptive analysis of dynamic correlations between road segments across broad spatial and temporal dimensions. The pre-training process of the model consists of two blocks. In the first block, a segment interaction pattern-enhanced graph attention network is employed to convert road network structural features and interaction semantics into road segment representation vectors. In the second block, a traffic congestion-aware trajectory encoder maps these road segment representations to trajectory representation vectors incorporating traffic time characteristics for encoding. Additionally, two self-supervised tasks are designed: adaptive masked trajectory reconstruction task and trajectory contrastive learning, which aims to enhance the model’s accuracy and robustness. Finally, the model is fine-tuned on two large-scale real-world trajectory datasets to validate its effectiveness. Experimental results demonstrate that the proposed method generalizes well across different cities and adapts to heterogeneous trajectory datasets. Moreover, key evaluation metrics such as MAE, MAPE, and RMSE are significantly reduced, and computational efficiency is improved.
Long-Term Eosinophil Depletion: A Real-World Perspective on Safety and Durability of Benralizumab Treatment in Severe Eosinophilic Asthma
Authors: Menzella Francesco , Marchi Mariarita , Caminati Marco , Romagnoli Micaela , Micheletto Claudio , Bonato Matteo , Idotta Giuseppe , Nizzetto Manuele , D’Alba Giuseppina , Cavenaghi Massimiliano , Beghè Bianca , Bortoli Michela , Pini Laura , Casoni Gianluca , Muzzolon Rodolfo , Michieletto Lucio , Bosi Annamaria , Mastrototaro Andrea , Diamandi Adela , Nalin Mara , Senna Gianenrico
Published: December 2024

Background/Objectives: Benralizumab is an anti-IL-5 receptor alpha monoclonal antibody that induces near-complete depletion of eosinophils. This study aimed to evaluate the long-term safety and effectiveness of benralizumab in patients with severe eosinophilic asthma (SEA) over a 48-month period. Methods: This was a single-arm, retrospective, observational, multicenter study involving 123 SEA patients treated with benralizumab at a dosage of 30 mg every 4 weeks for the first three doses and then every 8 weeks. The safety endpoints focused on the frequency and nature of adverse events and the likelihood that they were induced by benralizumab. The efficacy endpoints focused on lung function, asthma exacerbations and control, and oral corticosteroid use. Results: Benralizumab, consistent with its mechanism of action, led to rapid and nearly complete depletion of eosinophils. In total, 26 adverse events (21.1%) were observed, with 1.6% related to the treatment and 0.8% categorized as serious (vagal hypotension). Bronchitis was the most common unrelated adverse event (15.4%), occurring between months 36 and 38. Of note, benralizumab maintained its effectiveness over the 48-month period, resulting in significant improvements in lung function and reductions in oral corticosteroid use and exacerbation frequency. Conclusions: Benralizumab demonstrated a favorable safety profile comparable to previously published studies with perdurable effectiveness in controlling SEA and reducing oral corticosteroid use. Finally, this study provides evidence that near-complete eosinophil depletion does not increase long-term safety risks and supports benralizumab as a reliable treatment option for SEA patients.
Unified Generative Vision-Language Understanding
Authors: Carter Jayden , Goldstein Arielle , Roy Jannat
Published: December 2024

This paper introduces an innovative learning framework where linguistic representations are inherently grounded in visual perceptions, circumventing the need for predefined categorical structures. The proposed method, termed Generative Semantic Embedding Model (GSEM), employs a unified generative strategy to construct a shared semantic-visual embedding space. This embedding facilitates robust language grounding across a diverse array of real-world objects. The framework's performance is evaluated by predicting object semantics and benchmarking it against both neural and traditional baselines. Our results demonstrate that GSEM significantly outperforms existing approaches, particularly under low-resource conditions, and is highly adaptable to multilingual datasets with substantial variability. These findings highlight its scalability and generalizability for grounded language learning tasks. The key novelty of GSEM lies in its ability to operate effectively without reliance on pre-trained image models or predefined attribute categories, making it suitable for diverse and dynamic environments. By integrating deep generative techniques with semantic embedding, the model captures complex interrelations between visual features and natural language descriptions, enabling a more nuanced understanding of real-world objects. Furthermore, GSEM demonstrates robustness in scenarios with limited training data, a common challenge in low-resource settings. Extensive experiments validate its effectiveness across different languages, including Spanish and Hindi, showcasing its capability to generalize linguistic grounding in multilingual contexts. Overall, this work presents a significant advancement in grounded language acquisition, offering a scalable, flexible, and efficient solution for connecting visual percepts to linguistic semantics. By addressing key limitations in existing models, GSEM paves the way for future research and applications in areas such as robotics, human-computer interaction, and multilingual artificial intelligence systems.
Exploring the Impact of Ethical Leadership on Sustainable Performance: The Mediating Role of Green Innovation and Sustainable Supply Chain Collaboration and the Moderating Role of Entrepreneurial Bricolage
Authors: Maqbool Asifa
Published: December 2024

This research aims to invеstigatе thе rеlationships bеtwееn еthical lеadеrship, grееn innovation capability, sustainablе supply chain collaboration, еntrеprеnеurial bricolagе, and sustainablе pеrformancе within manufacturing firms in China. Еmploying a rigorous quantitativе approach, data was collеctеd from 230 manufacturing firms in China, еnsuring a nuancеd еxploration of thе intеrplay bеtwееn еthical lеadеrship and sustainability. Thе study utilizеd a samplе sizе dеtеrminеd by G*Powеr and distributеd 400 quеstionnairеs. SmartPLS was employed for data analysis. Thе findings of thе study substantiatе thе significant impact of еthical lеadеrship on sustainablе pеrformancе. Additionally, grееn innovation capability and sustainablе supply chain collaboration еmеrgеd as crucial mеdiators, highlighting thе multifacеtеd pathways through which еthical lеadеrship influеncеs sustainability outcomеs. Thе modеrating еffеct of еntrеprеnеurial bricolagе furthеr nuancеd thеsе rеlationships. This rеsеarch stands out by offеring еmpirical еvidеncе spеcific to China's manufacturing sеctor, bridging gaps in thе litеraturе, and providing insights applicablе to thе uniquе cultural and industrial contеxt. Its significancе liеs in contributing to both thеorеtical framеworks on еthical lеadеrship and practical implications for organizational lеadеrs navigating sustainability challеngеs within thе dynamic landscapе of manufacturing in China.
Gaussian Process Regression With Hybrid Risk Measure for Dynamic Risk Management in Electricity Market
Authors: Das Abhinav , Schlüter Stephan
Published: December 2024

In this work we introduce an innovative approach to managing electricity costs within the framework of Germany’s evolving energy market, where dynamic tariffs are increasingly becoming central due to the integration of renewable energy sources and market price fluctuations. In line with recent German government policies, particularly the Energiewende (energy transition) and EU directives on clean energy, this work optimizes electricity procurement by forecasting hourly prices over a one-week horizon and allocating a fixed budget using Value at Risk and Conditional Value at Risk to minimize financial risk. This optimization model empowers consumers to adjust their consumption patterns based on predicted price fluctuations, aligning with Germany’s goals of promoting flexibility, reducing emissions, and integrating renewable energy into the grid. By supporting smarter consumption decisions based on enhanced cost predictability via Gaussian Process Regression , this work contributes to the realization of a sustainable, flexible, and efficient energy market as outlined in Germany’s Renewable Energy Act.
Urinary β2-Microglobulin Predicts the Risk of Hypertension in Populations Chronically Exposed to Environmental Cadmium
Authors: Satarug Soisungwan
Published: December 2024

Exposure to the environmental pollutant cadmium (Cd) is inevitable for most people because of its ubiquitous presence in the human diet. Concerningly, the risk of developing hypertension has been linked to dietary Cd exposure. The mechanisms involved are however, unclear. Because the kidneys play an indispensable role in long-term blood pressure regulation, and they are also the principal site of Cd accumulation and toxicity, a retrospective analysis was conducted to examine if the kidney damage and malfunction, reflected by urinary β2-microglobulin excretion (Eβ2M), and the estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR), are related to blood pressure variation and urinary Cd excretion (ECd). Data were obtained from 689 non-diabetic Thai subjects, chronically exposed to environmental Cd, of which 32.4% had hypertension. People in the top quartile of ECd had much higher risks of having β2-microglobulinuria [POR = 10.7 (95%CI:1.36, 83.4), p = 0.024), and hypertension [POR = 2.79 (95% CI:1.60, 4.87), p <0.001]. Only in subjects with an eGFR below 90 mL/min/1.73 m2, systolic blood pressure (SBP) and diastolic blood pressure (DBP) both increased linearly with Eβ2M (respective β = 0.182 and 0.192 for SBP and DBP) after adjustment for age, body mass index, gender, and smoking. The present study confirms the significant impact of Cd on risk of having hypertension, following GFR loss induced by Cd. A simple mediation model analysis has provided, for the first time, evidence that may link rising SBP and DBP in Cd-exposed people to the SH2B3-β2M axis of blood pressure regulation.
An Approach to Generating Fuzzy Rules for a Fuzzy Controller Based on the Machine Learning Results Interpretation
Authors: Romanov Anton A , Filippov Aleksey A , Yarushkina Nadezhda G
Published: December 2024

The article considers the solution of control problems based on fuzzy logic. This approach allows to build decision support systems in various domains. The novelty of the approach is the algorithm for the generation of the fuzzy rules for a fuzzy controller based on the machine learning results interpretation to improve the quality of control actions in organizational and technical systems. Machine learning methods can find unknown patterns that require deep expert knowledge in some domain with a manual rules construction. We consider an example of the generation of a set of fuzzy rules based on the analysis of a decision tree model. It is possible to generate a set of fuzzy rules for constructing fuzzy inference system (FIS) based on the proposed algorithm. Membership functions and labels of linguistic terms are generated automatically for all input and output variables. The quality of the machine learning model and FIS were evaluated using the R2 metric. Experimental testing showed what the quality of FIS that is based on the generated fuzzy rules is worse by an average of 2 % compared to the original model based on the decision tree. The quality of FIS can be improved by tuning the membership functions, but this issue is beyond the scope of this article.
The Impact of Pre- and Post-Processing Processes on Corrosion Resistance of MAO Coatings on Mg and Its Alloys: A Systematic Review
Authors: Chi Jiuwei , Zhang Hongliang , Song Shuyu , Zhang Weisheng , He Xingyu , Nong Zhisheng , Cui Xue , Liu Teng , Man Tiannan
Published: December 2024

Mg alloys, renowned for their lightweight and exceptional mechanical properties, hold promise for widespread applications in aerospace, automotive manufacturing, and biomedical fields. However, their limited corrosion resistance has hindered their practical usage. MAO (MAO) technology serves as an effective coating method to enhance the corrosion resistance of Mg alloys, yet the inherent porosity of MAO coatings remains a performance bottleneck. To optimize coating performance, pre-processing and post-processing have emerged as research hotspots. pre-processing regulates the surface state thereby promoting uniform growth of the MAO coating, while post-processing further reduces coating porosity and enhances corrosion resistance. This paper comprehensively reviews the impact of various pre-processing and post-processing methods, such as shot peening pre-processing and immersion post-processing, on the microstructure, composition, and performance of Mg alloy MAO coatings. Utilizing electrochemical testing and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) characterization techniques, the paper reveals the crucial role of pre-processing in optimizing interfacial bonding and post-processing in enhancing coating density.Finally, the paper concludes with a prospect on the development of pre-processing and post-processing techniques.
Hospital-Acquired Bloodstream Infections in Relation to Intensive Care Unit Stays During Hospitalization—A Population-Based Cohort Study
Authors: Gradel Kim Oren , Coia John Eugenio , Chen Ming , Nielsen Stig Lønberg , Jensen Thøger Gorm , Møller Jens Kjølseth , Dessau Ram Benny , Póvoa Pedro
Published: December 2024

Background: Little is known about the clinical characteristics and pathogens causing hospital-acquired bloodstream infections (HA-BSIs) in relation to an intensive care unit (ICU) stay. Methods: Population-based cohort study, comprising 35% of the Danish population, 2009-2016. We derived four patient groups with first-time HA-BSIs: No ICU stay during the admission (non-ICU patients), HA-BSI acquired before, in, or after an ICU stay (before-ICU, in-ICU, and after-ICU patients). These groups were compared in relation to microbiological and clinical characteristics, including 28- and >28-day mortality. Results: Among 6888 HA-BSI patients, 4017, 792, 1388, and 691 were non-ICU, before-ICU, in-ICU, and after-ICU, respectively. The rates of several microorganisms differed between the patient groups, e.g. Enterococci (9.4% of non-ICU and 32.0% of in-ICU patients). The 28-day mortality was 26.3% in non-ICU, 45.0% in before-ICU, 35.6% in in-ICU, and 19.0% in after-ICU patients. The corresponding adjusted hazard ratios (95% confidence interval) were 2.10 (1.85-2.36), 1.67 (1.50-1.87), and 0.76 (0.63-0.91) (reference: non-ICU patients). There were few differences as regards >28-day mortality. Conclusions: We found large differences between common microorganisms and prognosis between the four patient groups. After-ICU patients had the lowest 28-day mortality despite age and comorbidity characteristics similar to the other three groups.