bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Implementation Of The Support Vector Machine Method In Predicting Student Graduation
Authors: Abdillah Syakira , Juni Yanris Gomal , Sihombing Volvo
Published: February 2025

Student graduation is an important indicator of the quality of education at a higher education institution. A high graduation rate not only indicates success in the learning process but also has a positive impact on the reputation of the institution. Conversely, a low graduation rate can be a signal of problems that require special attention. Various factors, both academic and non-academic, influence higher education institutions in ensuring timely student graduation. Therefore, we need a method that can accurately predict student graduation to carry out early intervention. This study aims to apply the support vector machine method in predicting student graduation. We chose this method due to its capacity to classify complex data. We use historical student data, such as Semester Achievement Index scores, as input variables to build a prediction model. We evaluate the model using precision, recall, and f1-score metrics. According to the study's findings, the support vector machine model's accuracy level is 71.20%. This method is good at predicting students who graduate with a precision of 95%, recall of 72%, and f1-score of 82%. However, the model's performance in predicting students who failed was less than satisfactory, with a precision of only 17%, a recall of 62%, and an f1-score of 26%. The imbalance in data between passed and failed students contributed to this result. The Support Vector Machine method effectively predicts student graduation for the majority class (passed), but requires special handling of the data imbalance to enhance the accuracy of predictions for the minority class (failed). Universities expect to use the results of this study to carry out early intervention and increase student graduation rates.
COMMUNITY BUILDING FOR CONFLICT MANAGEMENT IN BESOWO NATURE RESERVE
Authors: Azizah Siti , Firmansyah Farell
Published: February 2025

This research aims to analyze the potential conflict between farmers and stakeholders in Besowo Gadungan Nature Reserve and to develop conflict management strategies through a community building approach. The study employs a mixed methods approach, combining quantitative and qualitative methods. Quantitative data is collected through a survey using open ended questionnaires, while qualitative data is obtained through in-depth interviews and Focus Group Discussions (FGD). Purposive sampling ensures that informants meet relevant criteria. The findings indicate that the lack of communication and coordination between farmers and the reserve management is a significant factor triggering conflict. Differences in understanding regarding natural resource management and regulatory ambiguity also contribute to the situation. Respondents show positive support for the importance of building trust and transparent communication. The proposed community building strategy includes the formation of a sense of community by fostering unity and shared understanding among farmers and stakeholders, active involvement in decision-making, ongoing communication through regular meetings and dialogues, and the use of communication tools such as suggestion boxes or online platforms to facilitate idea exchange and complaints. In conclusion, the study underscores the crucial role of community building strategies in identifying, preventing, and managing potential conflicts. By understanding the root causes and implementing concrete steps to build communities, relations between farmers and stakeholders can be strengthened, creating a harmonious balance in natural resource utilization at Besowo Gadungan Nature Reserve. An inclusive and sustainable approach is expected to generate fair and lasting solutions, maintaining a balance between farmers needs and environmental preservation
O PAPEL DO MONITORAMENTO INTRAOPERATÓRIO EM ANESTESIOLOGIA: AVALIANDO O IMPACTO DE TECNOLOGIAS AVANÇADAS E SISTEMAS DE MONITORAMENTO NA SEGURANÇA E NOS RESULTADOS DO PACIENTE
Authors: Soares Vitor Marchito , Tenório Gustavo Alexandre Romero , Lira Clara Cinthia Resende
Published: February 2025

O monitoramento intraoperatório desempenha um papel essencial na anestesiologia moderna, garantindo a segurança do paciente e a eficácia das intervenções cirúrgicas. O avanço das tecnologias, como oximetria de pulso, capnografia, eletroencefalografia e inteligência artificial, tem permitido um controle mais preciso das funções vitais do paciente, reduzindo complicações intraoperatórias. No entanto, desafios como altos custos, necessidade de treinamento especializado e padronização dos protocolos ainda limitam sua implementação ampla. Este estudo realizou uma revisão de literatura baseada na análise de artigos científicos, diretrizes institucionais e estudos clínicos publicados nos últimos dez anos em bases de dados como PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science e SciELO. Foram priorizados estudos sobre monitoramento intraoperatório, segurança anestésica e tecnologias aplicadas à anestesiologia. Os resultados indicam que a adoção de sistemas avançados de monitoramento intraoperatório está associada a uma redução significativa na morbidade e mortalidade relacionadas à anestesia. Técnicas como a capnografia e a monitorização cerebral contribuem para a detecção precoce de complicações, enquanto a inteligência artificial aplicada à anestesiologia possibilita ajustes mais precisos na administração de agentes anestésicos, promovendo maior segurança para o paciente. Apesar desses benefícios, barreiras econômicas e operacionais ainda dificultam a adoção universal dessas tecnologias nos diferentes contextos hospitalares. Diante desse cenário, conclui-se que a evolução do monitoramento intraoperatório tem impacto positivo na segurança anestésica, permitindo intervenções mais precisas e redução de complicações cirúrgicas. No entanto, a superação dos desafios existentes requer investimentos na padronização dos protocolos, no treinamento contínuo dos profissionais e na viabilização econômica dessas tecnologias para garantir sua implementação eficaz em larga escala.
Dança de salão, envelhecimento e qualidade de vida: um estudo de caso
Authors: Barreto Gabriely Lopes , Carvalho Claudia Reinoso Araujo de
Published: February 2025

Resumo: Introdução: O processo de envelhecimento resulta em alterações fisiológicas, biológicas e em mudanças nos papéis e posições sociais, que podem influenciar nas escolhas e metas ocupacionais. A dança de salão, enquanto atividade de lazer, tem despertado interesse entre pessoas idosas, resultando em melhor qualidade de vida. Objetivo: Compreender a vivência da dança de salão no cotidiano de um homem idoso, bem como favorecer reflexões para a prática dos terapeutas ocupacionais. Métodos: Trata-se de estudo de caso exploratório e qualitativo. A coleta de dados ocorreu no primeiro semestre de 2023 e incluiu entrevistas narrativas, observação, registros no diário de campo, aplicação da Escala de Participação e da Lista de Identificação de Papéis Ocupacionais, a fim de avaliar a qualidade de vida. Resultados: A dança de salão, especialmente o forró, desempenha papel significativo para o lazer do participante, conferindo-lhe sentido e valores pessoais.  A análise da Lista de Identificação de Papéis Ocupacionais e da escala de Participação indicam, respectivamente, a manutenção de todos os papéis desempenhados ao longo da vida - exceto o de estudante, o qual não pretende retomar - e a não restrição à participação. Conclusão: A dança de salão é uma atividade de lazer significativa para o participante, proporcionando-lhe sentido e valores pessoais, contribuindo para a autoestima e promovendo a intergeracionalidade, aspectos que devem ser considerados na prática do terapeuta ocupacional.
Palavras-chave: Terapia Ocupacional. Atividades de Lazer. População Idosa. Dança.
Identificação das barreiras para a participação das mães na segunda etapa do método canguru: análise baseada no enquadramento da prática da terapia ocupacional
Authors: Dos Santos Caroline da Costa , Grego Del Cole Carolina
Published: February 2025

Resumo: Introdução: O Método Canguru consiste no modelo de assistência humanizada ao recém-nascido e a sua família, aplicado em três etapas. A ocorrência da segunda etapa depende da mãe aceitar permanecer continuamente com o bebê dentro do hospital. Objetivo: Compreender os motivos pelos quais algumas mães não aderem à segunda etapa, a considerar os aspectos do domínio da Terapia Ocupacional. Métodos: Trata-se de uma pesquisa qualitativa descritiva e exploratória, realizada com três mães que estavam com seus filhos internados na Unidade Neonatal. Os instrumentos de coleta foram: roteiro de entrevista, diário de campo e observação participante. Para a análise dos dados utilizou-se a esquematização de Bardin, com interpretação referenciada no método hermenêutico-dialético de Minayo e com base na quarta edição do documento elaborado pela Associação Americana de Terapia Ocupacional. Resultados: Os resultados indicam predominância de barreiras psicossociais ligadas à existência de outros filhos e ao acesso/participação dos pais na Unidade de Cuidados Intermediários Canguru. Além disso, apontam para barreiras associadas ao papel ocupacional de mãe no contexto cultural e histórico vivenciado. Discussão: É fundamental a compreensão sobre os aspectos subjetivos que precisam ser atendidos para melhor preparar e acolher essas mulheres no hospital. Conclusão: Observa-se a necessidade de difusão da política de Atenção Humanizada ao Recém-Nascido – Método Canguru a todos os atuantes na Unidade Neonatal, de modo a promover a valorização da Unidade Canguru, o enfrentamento das barreiras e o bem-estar do recém-nascido.
Palavras-chave: Unidades de Terapia Intensiva Neonatal. Método Canguru. Recém-Nascido Prematuro. Maternidades. Terapia Ocupacional.
Alteração da rotina ocupacional de crianças com TEA pós separação parental: um enfoque nas ocupações infantis
Authors: Folha Débora Ribeiro da Silva Campos , Gomes de Souza Dandara , De Oliveira Miranda Falcão Stefanie , Moutinho da Ponte Amélia Belisa , Bezerra Vasconcelos de Azevedo Thamires
Published: February 2025

Resumo: Introdução: A separação parental desencadeia uma série de mudanças na dinâmica familiar, que alteram as ocupações e rotinas de todos os membros da família. Sabe-se que pessoas com Transtorno do Espectro Autista (TEA) costumam ter fortes vinculações às rotinas. Desse modo, este estudo teve como objetivo compreender e analisar alterações decorrentes da separação parental na rotina ocupacional de crianças com TEA. Método: Foi realizado um estudo qualitativo descritivo, utilizando um formulário online anônimo. Os participantes foram mães ou pais de crianças com TEA, que tenham vivenciado o processo de separação parental. A definição amostral foi definida a partir da técnica de saturação. Participaram 10 genitores e os dados foram analisados através de procedimentos de Análise de Conteúdo. Resultados: Os resultados desse estudo pontuaram diversas alterações nas ocupações infantis, como mudanças no brincar, no comportamento, na interação social, na alimentação, descanso e sono e autocuidado. Discussão: As alterações explicitadas pelos resultados corroboram para pensar implicações no cuidado ofertado à famílias de crianças com TEA pós-separação parental pela Terapia Ocupacional. Conclusão: Este estudo possibilitou identificar, compreender e analisar variadas alterações decorrentes da separação parental na rotina ocupacional de crianças com TEA, o que corrobora para a oferta de práticas favorecedoras do manejo de comportamentos e do estabelecimento de novas rotinas para crianças com TEA e suas famílias, diante da separação parental.
Palavras-chave: Transtorno do Espectro Autista. Família. Terapia Ocupacional.
Contribuição da Terapia Ocupacional na prevenção de lesões por pressão em pacientes pronados com COVID-19 em CTI: uso de tecnologia assistiva
Authors: Pantuza Vilar Ribeiro Juliana , De Freitas Rocha Silvia Letícia , Oliveira Pereira Maria Elisa , Francisco Saionara Cristina
Published: February 2025

Resumo: Contextualização: Processo de criação e implantação de dispositivos de posicionamento para reduzir risco de lesões por pressão em pacientes críticos com COVID-19 pronados por longos períodos. Processo de intervenção: As terapeutas ocupacionais desenvolveram o "Kit Prona”, composto por dispositivos ortóticos, para auxiliar no posicionamento dos pacientes internados em unidade de terapia intensiva submetidos à pronação. Seguiu-se as etapas de problematização, pesquisa, elaboração, testagem, padronização e divulgação. Análise crítica da prática: No período analisado, todos pacientes pronados utilizaram o “Kit Prona” e nenhum desenvolveu lesão por pressão devido à pronação. A integração da equipe foi fundamental para a qualidade do resultado e a sensibilização dos profissionais assistenciais foi um dos principais desafios de implantação do processo. Síntese das considerações: A estratégia foi importante para minimizar agravos dos pacientes pronados e poderá ser utilizada em outras condições clínicas necessárias. Os terapeutas ocupacionais tiveram papel de liderança do projeto.
Palavras-chave: Terapia Ocupacional. Decúbito Ventral. Tecnologia Assistiva. Lesão por Pressão. Covid-19.
Produções de terapeutas e cientistas ocupacionais sobre cultura e ocupação humana na América Latina: um protocolo de revisão de escopo
Authors: Flávia dos Santos Coelho  , Pereira Amanda dos Santos , Medeiros Bianca Casseb , Magalhães Lilian
Published: February 2025

Resumo: Objetivo: Caracterizar a produção de conhecimento sobre a interface cultura e ocupação humana na América Latina. Síntese dos elementos do estudo: A metodologia do Joanna Briggs Institute norteará a revisão de escopo, mediante a questão: O que terapeutas e cientistas ocupacionais têm produzido sobre a questão da cultura no âmbito das ocupações humanas, a partir de realidades latino-americanas? Estudos quantitativos, qualitativos e mistos, sem restrições temporais, nos idiomas inglês, português e espanhol serão buscados na Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde, Scientific Electronic Library Online, Scopus, Web of Science e em cinco revistas de terapia ocupacional da América Latina. A seleção, extração e análise serão realizadas por revisores independentes, respeitando os critérios de População, Conceito e Contexto. Conclusão: A síntese dos achados alinhados aos objetivos do estudo deverá produzir um panorama do quadro atual e indicar estudos futuros.
 Palavras-chave: Terapia Ocupacional. Ciência Ocupacional. Atividades Cotidianas. Cultura. América Latina.
La asignación familiar en la legislación peruana
Authors: Arévalo Vela Javier
Published: February 2025

En el presente artículo se analiza la evolución y regulación de la asignación familiar en Perú, destacando su reconocimiento como derecho legal desde la Constitución de 1993. El estudio se justifica en la necesidad de revisar y actualizar el monto de la asignación familiar, considerando los indicadores socioeconómicos actuales, y tiene como objetivo evaluar cómo los convenios colectivos pueden mejorar este beneficio y asegurar su efectividad en la práctica. El método utilizado se basa en el análisis de referencias normativas y jurisprudenciales, así como en la revisión de la legislación vigente, como la Ley 31600, que amplía el derecho a la asignación familiar a trabajadores con hijos menores de 18 años y a aquellos cuyos hijos mayores continúan estudios superiores hasta los 24 años. A través de las conclusiones, se destaca que la asignación familiar constituye un derecho de los trabajadores que puede ser reclamado incluso después de finalizar la relación laboral, dentro de un plazo de prescripción de cuatro años. Se establece que el monto es equivalente al 10 % de la Remuneración Mínima Vital y no varía con el número de hijos. Además, se señala que ambos padres pueden recibir la asignación si trabajan para el mismo empleador y que el incumplimiento en el pago puede ser sancionado por la inspección del trabajo.
Roleta química do café: uma estratégia metodológica de jogo didático para o Ensino de Química
Authors:   , Muzzi Viviane Ornelas
Published: February 2025

A educação em química enfrenta desafios significativos, especialmente no que diz respeito à abstração de conceitos que muitas vezes não se conectam com a realidade dos estudantes. Nesse contexto, a utilização de metodologias lúdicas, como jogos didáticos (gamificação), surge como uma alternativa promissora para engajar os estudantes e facilitar a compreensão dos conteúdos. O trabalho propõe a elaboração de um jogo de roleta com a temática do café, que visa tornar o aprendizado de conceitos químicos, a linguagem e os fenômenos mais significativo e contextualizado. A pesquisa explora a relação entre a história e a composição do café e os princípios químicos. A metodologia abrange a elaboração do jogo e a construção de uma sequência didática como sugestão para a aplicação do jogo em sala de aula, com o objetivo de estimular a interação e o interesse dos estudantes. Os resultados preliminares indicam que a utilização de jogos didáticos pode ser uma estratégia eficaz para melhorar a aprendizagem e a compreensão de conteúdos complexos na disciplina de química. Palavras-chave: jogos didáticos, ensino de química, gamificação, temática do café
Sodium Bicarbonate Irrigation for Dissolving Obstructive Bronchial Clots in a Polytrauma Patient: A Case Report
Authors:   Hana Bahraldeen Felemban, Prince Mutaib Bin Abdulaziz Hospital, General Surgery & Critical Care Consultant, Head of the Intensive Care Unit, Sakaka-Aljouf, Saudi Arabia, Felemban Hana Bahraldeen
Published: February 2025

The management of bronchial clots in polytrauma patients remains challenging, with limited efficacy of current methods. This case report details the
successful use of sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO₃) irrigation to dissolve obstructive bronchial clots in a 27-year-old male with ARDS secondary to trauma.
Pre-intervention, the patient exhibited severe hypoxemia with a P/F ratio of 50, requiring FiO₂ 60% and PEEP 10 cmH₂O. Bronchoscopic irrigation with
8.4% NaHCO₃ dissolved organized clots resistant to saline lavage, facilitating their removal. Within 48 hours, oxygenation improved significantly, with a
P/F ratio rising to 230. By day 11, the patient was successfully extubated and maintained stable respiratory parameters. This case highlights the potential
utility of NaHCO₃ in addressing complex respiratory complications, warranting further research.
Advance Material Petroleum in Sea Underground Water Surface Energy
Authors:   University of Zagreb Faculty of Chemical Engineering and Technology, Trg Marka Marulića 19, 10 000 Zagreb, Croatia, Milcic Nevena
Published: February 2025

Based on bibliometric analysis, this paper explores China's publication activity in chemistry. China develops fast in chemical research and has taken a leading
position in publishing journal papers. International collaboration plays arole in the Chinese chemical community, but this role varies among subfields.
Determination and Analysis of Domination Numbers for Boundary Graph and Boundary Neighbour Graph Using MATLAB
Authors: Mr. Vallabh Shinde  , Dr. Ashwini Kumar  , Dr. Amol Patil
Published: February 2025

Vertex domination is a key concept in graph theory, essential for analyzing the structural properties of graphs. This study explores the use of vertex domination to determine the domination numbers for Two specific graph structures: boundary graphs and boundary Neighbor graphs. A graph's dominance number is the minimal collection of vertex in which each vertex is simultaneously in the prevailing set and Neighboring to one of its vertex. A boundary graph is created by adding a pendant border to a circle, while the boundary graph consists of k linearly arranged paths joined at a common vertex, known as the spine. This research aims to identify the larger for each of these structures and employs MATLAB to implement the theoretical algorithms computationally. A MATLAB-based algorithm is provided to compute the domination number γ(H), identify the dominating set, and visualize the graph with highlighted dominated vertices. Computer experiments are conducted to test and validate the theoretical findings. This paper demonstrates the practical application of domination numbers using MATLAB, offering insights into the efficiency and structural properties of these graphs in both theoretical and real-world contexts.
Experimental study of the combined effect of benzene exposure and physical load in rats
Authors: Minigalieva Ilzira A. , Shabardina Lada V. , Ryabova Yuliya V. , Nikogosyan Karen M. , Panov Vladimir G. , Sutunkova Marina P. , Sakhautdinova Renata R.
Published: February 2025

Introduction. The working process in many industries is often associated not only with chemical exposures but also with heavy physical workload, which can be potent of toxic effects of the former differently.
The purpose of the study was to establish body responses to effects of benzene exposure combined with exercise in an experiment on rats.
Materials and methods. The study was conducted on mature male Wistar rats, ten animals in each of the following groups: “Control”, “Running”, “Benzene exposure”, and “Benzene exposure + running”. Subchronic toxicity was modelled by intragastric administration of benzene thrice a week for 4 weeks in a cumulative dose of 100 mg/kg body weight. Exercise was modelled by means of 10-minute forced running sessions at a speed of 25 m/min 5 times a week for 4 weeks. We then measured post-exposure biochemical and hematological indices and the proportion of different types of cells in imprint smears of rat internal organs. Statistical data analysis was carried out using the Student’s t-test with p<0.05. For mathematical modelling of the combined effect of factors, we applied a Response Surface Method (RSM) with the construction of Loewe isobols on its basis.
Results. Almost no statistically significant changes were registered in the rodents who exercised while statistical ones were sporadic and diagnostically insignificant in most cases. Benzene exposure induced changes in blood indices indicating blood clotting disorders, typical of chronic exposure to benzene, and in the antioxidant system. The impact of running on health effects of benzene exposure was ambiguous but isobolographic analysis showed possible additivity and even synergy, both detrimental to health, in 15.6 % of cases.
Limitations. Extrapolation of the study results to human should be done with caution, since the combined effect has been examined only for subchronic exposure using a single species and sex of laboratory animals.
Conclusion. Additivity proven by a number of indices of toxic effect gives important information for understanding and predicting health effects of exposure to organic pollutants combined with physical activity.
Particulate air pollution in Tashkent and consequences to population health
Authors: Brody Michael S. , Saidov Doston N. , Ilesaliev Dauren I. , Rasikov Ravshan S.
Published: February 2025

Introduction. Air pollution, and particularly high concentrations of PM2.5 can have severe consequences to human health. Particulate air pollution raises the risks for various diseases, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, ischemic heart disease, stroke, lung cancer, and diabetes type 2. For all of Uzbekistan, over 2021 the expected value of mortality attributable to Ambient PM2.5 pollution was 27,099. This is a significant cause of the mortality in the country. Top five sources contributing to outdoor PM2.5 concentration were: residential, industry, energy, anthropogenic dust, and agriculture.
Materials and methods. To estimate PM2.5 attributable mortality in Tashkent, we downloaded the available PM2.5 from the air quality monitor at the US Embassy in Tashkent, and the satellite-based PM2.5 concentration data for the city of Tashkent from the Atmospheric Composition Analysis Group at the Washington University in St. Louis. Population data for Tashkent city was taken from the official statistics agency of Uzbekistan. We then applied a PM2.5 attributable mortality model.
Results. For the years 2019 to 2022 we estimate a range of mortality in the city from a low of 3095 to a high of 4736; using the same attributable mortality model but the different sources of PM2.5 concentrations.
Limitations. The monitor at the US Embassy may not represent average particulate matter concentrations across the entire city. satellite data do not directly measure PM2.5 concentrations and in general rely on ground monitors for verification. Tashkent is growing very quickly and the official estimates of the city’s population may be on the low side.
Conclusion. Air quality in Tashkent is a serious health issue and a source of annual mortality. Tashkent needs a detailed emission inventory and source apportionment to support a high quality and feasible air quality management plan and to address the high costs of air pollution.
Polymorphism of genes of the cytokine system in pathogenesis of the vibration disease among workers of mining and processing enterprises
Authors: Karimov Denis D. , Shaykhlislamova Elmira R. , Muhammadieva Guzel F. , Karimov Denis O. , Baygildin Samat S. , Gizatullina Alina A.
Published: February 2025

Introduction. Vibration disease (VD) is an occupational disease that develops with prolonged exposure to industrial vibration of different frequencies. VD is one of the most common occupational pathologies. This disease is characterized by the complexity of pathogenetic mechanisms, polymorphism of symptoms, chronic course, therapeutic resistance, and often leads to inability to work and disability in patients. As a rule, VD is observed to be associated with changes in the cardiovascular, nervous, and musculoskeletal system and metabolic processes.
Materials and Methods. During the study, seventy three people with various forms of VD were examined. The control group consisted of 73 people who never exposed to vibration in their occupational activities.
Results. The distribution of polymorphic loci rs16944, rs361525, rs1800795 was studied. Statistical analysis was performed using IBM SPSS Statistica v.21 and Microsoft Excel software packages. rs16944 is not associated with the development of VD, but is associated with the development of cerebrovascular disease in VD patients. rs1800795 of the IL6 gene also did not show an association with the development of VD, but an association of the *C/*C genotype and the *C allele with peripheral angiodystonic syndrome was demonstrated. The rs361525 locus of the TNFA gene also showed an association with peripheral angiodystonic syndrome and is also associated with the development of hypertension in VD patients.
The limitations of this work include the small sample size and the fact that the study participants from the control sample work at another enterprise, which does not allow both excluding the influence of other environmental factors and considering them as a reference population.
Conclusion. Thus, we were unable to identify a direct association of the studied genotypes with VD, but the association with peripheral angiodystonic syndrome suggests that these polymorphisms to influence on the pathogenesis of VD.
Radiological Threats in the Territory of Mine No.1 of the Lermontovsky Production Association "Almaz"
Authors: Belskikh Iurii S. , Titov Alexey V. , Shandala Nataliya K. , Isaev Dmitriy V. , Semenova Maria P. , Doroneva Tatiana A. , Seregin Vladimir A. , Krotkova Iuliia V. , Filonova Anna A.
Published: February 2025

Introduction. Mine No. 1, operated until 1975, is in the Beshtau mountain range of the Stavropol Territory. The radiation situation and its potential deterioration due to the unsatisfactory condition of the mine dumps is of concern to the public and local administration. The article presents the results of radiation survey of the mine and its dumps and assesses their impact on the exposure of the population and terrestrial biota.
Materials and methods. Gamma survey of the territory and express measurement of radon activity were carried out. For determination of radionuclide activity in soil, sampling with subsequent laboratory analysis was carried out. According to the results of measurements, radiation doses to the population and biota were estimated.
Results. In the dumps of thirteen adits the dose rate values do not exceed 0.6 µSv/h. In the area of other 11 adits there are sites with higher values (up to 5 µSv/h), the soil of which is classified as solid radioactive waste. Values of radon volumetric activity reach 1.5 kBq/m3. When passing the longest route, the effective dose from the inhalation intake of radon will not exceed 3 mSv. The radiation doses to biota are 3 or more times lower than the derived consideration reference level.
Limitations. When comparing the radionuclide content in soil with the criteria for waste classification and estimating biota doses, the traditional assumption of the age-old equilibrium of 234U and 230Th in 238U decay chains was used. Radiation doses were estimated under the assumption of permanent presence of bioobjects on the territory. The chronic exposure dose rate values of 1.0 mGy/day for mammals, vertebrates, and common pine and 10 mGy/day for plants and invertebrates were taken as safe dose levels.
Conclusion. Single visits to Mount Beshtau do not pose a threat to public health. At the estimated values of radiation doses to terrestrial biota there is no information about deterministic effects of ionizing radiation on bioobjects.
The effect of adding essential oils of cloves and thyme on the performance of local Iraqi goats, digestibility, and rumen fermentation
Authors: AL-Galiby Maitham K. A
Published: February 2025

This study aimed to assess the impact of natural essential oils on the performance of native Iraqi goat youngsters, their feed intake, and apparent digestibility. The study comprised 20 male kids of indigenous Iraqi lineage. Their mean weight was 19.72 ± 2.09 kg at three months of age. They were allocated randomly and uniformly into four nutritional interventions. The subjects were provided with a standardized basic diet consisting of 40% alfalfa hay and 60% concentrated feed combination. The kids were nourished in cohorts for 195 days throughout the fattening experiment and for 10 days during the digesting experiment at the conclusion of the study. Nutritional groups comprised: control group on a basic diet, clove group on a basic diet supplemented with 2 ml clove oil, thyme group on a basic diet supplemented with 2 ml thyme oil, and a combined clove and thyme group on a basic diet supplemented with 1 ml clove oil and 1 ml thyme oil. The examined essential oils shown no substantial impact on kids' performance. Clove essential oil markedly enhanced the digestibility of dry matter, organic matter, crude protein, ether extract, acid detergent fiber, and nitrogen balance ratio. The incorporation of thyme oil resulted in a considerable increase in ammonia content within the rumen. Plasma creatinine and low-density lipoprotein concentrations elevated in the thyme group. Incorporating clove or thyme oil into the kids' diet did not enhance the animals' growth performance or blood metabolites. Clove oil exerted a substantial beneficial impact on nutrient digestion. Further investigation is required utilizing elevated doses of clove oil and extended treatment periods.
ANALISIS KRIMINOLOGIS TERHADAP KEJAHATAN LINGKUNGAN: STUDI TENTANG PENEBANGAN LIAR DI KAWASAN HUTAN LINDUNG INDONESIA
Authors: Silaban Rudolf
Published: February 2025

Emisi Karbon dan Kelestarian Lingkungan Penebangan liar tidak hanya berdampak pada integritas kawasan hutan lindung, namun juga memiliki implikasi yang signifikan terhadap emisi karbon dan kelestarian lingkungan di Indonesia, keterlibatan masyarakat lokal dalam pengelolaan hutan lestari juga sangat penting, karena mereka memiliki pemahaman yang mendalam mengenai ekosistem lokal dan dapat memainkan peran penting dalam melestarikan lanskap budaya dan mencegah deforestasi lebih lanjut. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan menggabungkan metode penelitian hukum normatif dan empiris. Hasil Penelitian ini diperlukan upaya komprehensif yang mencakup penegakan hukum yang efektif, reformasi kebijakan pengelolaan hutan, dan pemberdayaan masyarakat lokal, Reformasi kebijakan dalam pengelolaan hutan juga penting dilakukan untuk menciptakan sistem tata kelola hutan yang lebih berorientasi pada kelestarian lingkungan dan kesejahteraan masyarakat
Economic crime, tax evasion and gender. Evidence from a developing country
Authors: Knežević Goranka , Pavlović Vladan
Published: February 2025

Our attention has been attracted by the proposition that the gender and criminal behaviour of perpetrators of economic and tax crimes in the context of a developing country such as Serbia could be explained by the secondary data set. The data set taken into analysis ascertains whether women are less reported, prosecuted, and convicted than men and what the plausible explanation for that phenomenon is. Before COVID-19, more men were prosecuted and convicted for those crimes, and statistics show that approximately 85 - 90 % of perpetrators of economic crime and tax fraud are men. Although women have less economic power, they show lower criminal behaviour. In the year 2020, which is considered to be the COVID-19 outbreak year, the trend has been the same, but the number of women being prosecuted and convicted for economic crimes more than doubled in Serbia. This is because women are exposed to a huge risk in providing income for their families and supporting their needs forces them to commit economic fraud more than ever before. To further explain factors influencing women’s economic criminality, we compare them with similar countries in the Balkan region (Croatia and Montenegro). When the totals are compared, women show a lower tendency to express criminal behaviour than men. Still, these numbers are higher for economic crime than for other forms of criminality, meaning that the gender gap in economic crime is narrowing. This leads to the recommendation that legal sanctions are not severe enough and that some changes in criminal law are needed to prevent both sexes from finding economic and tax fraud to be good alternatives to receive economic benefits.
Big Data Analytics’ Involvement in Enhancing the Efficiency Lending and Marketing of Nigerian Lending Firms
Authors: Abutu Ilemona
Published: February 2025

This research investigates the impact of big data analytics on efficiency and marketing of lending firms in Nigeria. The study adopts a review method to investigate the key issues facing lending firms in Nigeria. The study further investigates how data analytics help lending firms in overcoming these issues in term of risk management and lending decision making. Case study analysis of lending firms who have adopted data analytics in their business models shows how effective and sustainable their practices has been. Findings shows that firms utilise and invest heavily in big data analytics. Findings also revealed that there is statistically significant positive relationship between big data analytics and risk management, as well as lending decision making. Findings reveals that firms faces challenges such as data quality and government policies. The findings concludes that big data analytics is significant in not just lending firms but all financial institution in the country. The study therefore recommends among others that Nigerian financial lending firms should invest in developing integrated data management systems that consolidate data from multiple sources. By so doing, there will be readily available data for analysis whenever a borrower shows up and submit their bank verification number. An integrated system can provide a comprehensive view of customers, reducing data silos and enhancing insights for lending decisions and marketing strategies
Investigating the Effectiveness of Cement Kiln Dust as an Expansive Soil Stabilizer in Road Construction
Authors: Gilbert Ahereza
Published: February 2025

This study was conducted to investigate the effect of CKD on weak subgrade soil properties, to characterize the untreated soil and CKD, and to determine optimum CKD content that will achieve effective stabilization. The CKD was obtained from Tororo cement factory and the soil sample was obtained from one of the dumping sites along Kyenjojo-Fort-Portal road at Km 23+700 in Uganda. According to classification tests, the soil is an A-7-6. Using British Standard Heavy (BSH) compaction energy, the effect of varying concentrations of CKD on the soil properties was investigated with respect to compaction characteristics, California Bearing Ratio (CBR) and Unconfined Compressive Strength (UCS) tests. The natural soil exhibited medium expansive properties, with a liquid limit of 53.6% and plasticity index of 27.3%. Adding Cement Kiln Dust (CKD) significantly improved soil properties, reducing liquid limit and plasticity index. CKD also enhanced compaction characteristics, unconfined compressive strength (UCS), and California Bearing Ratio (CBR), attributed to pozzolanic reactions and cementitious compound formation. Cement Kiln Dust can stabilize and improve the engineering properties of weak subgrade soils with adequate reactive SiO2 and Al2O3 so that in presence of water the two react with CaO to form cementitious properties.
China-EU Rail Freight: Analyzing TEU Traffic on the China Railway Express in 2019-2023
Authors: Ivan Kazlou
Published: February 2025

Since its launch in 2011, China Railway Express has annually increased the number of trains and volume of cargo transported along the China-Europe-China route, and was originally conceived as a land bridge between China and Europe. Trade relations between China and Europe play a crucial role in international economic development, and the development of China Railway Express is important for strengthening economic ties between China and Europe, offering diversified freight transport options, with delivery times shorter than sea freight and cheaper, than air freight. In recent years, the growth rate of China Railway Express’s main indicators has slowed down slightly, which may be due to the limited capacity of the main ports, as well as the global challenges that global logistics has faced in recent years due to the covid-19 epidemic, trade wars, sanctions and the unstable geopolitical situation in the world. In the literature, much attention is paid to the general indicators of China Railway Express and individual new routes, but there are practically no detailed statistics on specific directions of China Railway Express traffic to EU countries. Instead of the EU, general data is usually provided for the direction of Europe, which, in addition to the EU countries, also includes Russia, Kazakhstan and other countries along the Belt and Road that are not members of the EU. The purpose of this article is, based on a comparison of data from different statistical sources, to find out what volume of cargo transported along the China-EU-China route via China Railway Express and how this amount has changed since 2019. It turned out that, for example, the covid-19 epidemic did not negatively affect the volume of cargo transported along the China-EU-China route, however, starting in 2022 and after the imposition of sanctions against Russia, the main transit country for China Railway Express, the volume of cargo transported on the China–EU–China route decreased sharply, which, however, did not affect the overall freight traffic of China Railway Express, since the declining freight traffic to the EU was promptly redirected to Russia and other countries along the Belt and Road.
The Role and Importance of Forensic Documents Examination in Making a Court Decision in Kosovo
Authors: Krasniqi Sedat
Published: February 2025

Among the forms of international criminal assistance, document expertise has its place, as one of the acts of evidence whose results, in the form of expert findings and opinions, contribute greatly to the establishment of legally relevant facts in the proceedings and provide the basis and guarantee for an adequate adjudication of the criminal matter. Defining and unifying the criteria that are the assumption and guarantee of the reliability of the results of expertise is of crucial importance for the relevance and probative value of expert findings and opinions in criminal proceedings, both at the domestic and international levels. When talking about forensic examinations, it is a process that involves defining and applying appropriate standards, or rather the process of accreditation of forensic laboratories. Material evidence, in this case, arises from laboratory analyses through appropriate findings and opinions of competent experts employed in forensic laboratories, and permanent court experts. Regardless of the differences between them, modern criminal proceedings necessarily develop through the acceptance and assessment of evidence derived from laboratories that have a permit and are licensed to operate. This, on the other hand, implies standardization of equipment, validation of applied methods, as well as adequate education and training of laboratory staff and forensic experts, i.e. their accreditation and licensing.
Industry Stakeholder Perceptions of Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage: The Case Study of the Tees Valley Industrial Cluster
Authors: Feliciano Diana , Hanak Dawid
Published: February 2025

Carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) is an essential mitigation technology to contribute to the Net Zero transition. It captures carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from industry processes and either purifies and inserts the gas again in the circular economy (utilization) or transports it to a suitable underground storage, stopping emissions. The United Kingdom (UK) has unique geology, skills, and infrastructure and consequently a strategic advantage for CCUS when compared to other countries, especially the coastal North Sea regions (e.g., Tees Valley). This study focused on the Tees Valley Industrial Cluster to understand the constraining and enabling factors of the CCUS technology deployment, from the perspective of local experts and practitioners, whose role is to implement actions to reduce GHG emissions. Two workshops were held to explore practitioners' attitudes towards the technology, perceived benefits of the technology, barriers and enablers for implementation and factors that would need to be in place to support technology implementation. Qualitative data collected in the workshops were analyzed to identify common themes. Participants agreed that business and industry sectors must play their part in mitigating climate change. They also agreed that it is fundamental to support the green transition and the implementation of net zero-related technologies. The perceived benefits of CCUS are the contribution to fulfill Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) standards and an increased ability to attract young workers, interested in sustainability. Barriers for implementation include lack of knowledge about the technology, costs of the technology, volatility of the carbon markets, political uncertainty, risks, and negative public perceptions. Regional factors such as local political support were identified as crucial to the success of technology deployment. A reliable UK Industry Strategy, investment in the technology and supply chain, local investment in skills, knowledge, education, and research were considered essential to ensure further technology adoption.
 
Received: 7 August 2024 | Revised: 10 December  2024 | Accepted: 20 January 2025 
 
Conflicts of Interest
The authors declare that they have no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
The notes collected in the workshops and final report sent to participants are accessible upon request to the corresponding author.
 
Author Contribution Statement
Diana Feliciano: Conceptualization, Methodology, Validation, Formal analysis, Investigation, Data curation, Writing - original draft, Writing - review & editing, Visualization, Supervision, Project administration, Funding acquisition. Dawid Hanak: Conceptualization, Methodology, Investigation, Data curation, Project administration, Funding acquisition.
The Influence of Pole Dancing on the Psychological Well-Being of Female Practitioners
Authors: Mendes Lívia , Dias Teresa , Corte-Real Nuno
Published: February 2025

Play is an inherent and indispensable activity for child development that can be used with intention and quality in pedagogical action. The objective is to develop a narrative review of the literature on play in school physical education in early childhood education. Studies with different theoretical-epistemological approaches were used. The issues more latent was: (1) The manifestation of play in play enables the playful culture of those who allow themselves to play; (2) The importance of play as an educational practice that considers children as actors in the multiple dimensions of human expressiveness; and, (3) The contributions of the physical education teacher to play in early childhood education. There are different childhoods and different social determinants that positively or negatively impact play. Reduced opportunities to experience play can be detrimental to the child. The curriculum component of physical education can be an important tool for promoting play in early childhood education. By emphasizing the importance of play for the full development of children, it is considered a privileged subject in physical education about the different ways of moving with spontaneity, creativity, meaning and significance.
Report of a case of renal artery aneurysm with covered stent at Hanoi Heart Hospital
Authors: Nguyen Cong Ha , Nguyen Dinh Phuc , Pham Anh Hung
Published: February 2025

Summary: Renal artery aneurysm is a rare disease, estimated to occur in approximately 0.1 percent of the population. Aneurysm occurs when the diameter of the aneurysm increases by more than 50% of the normal diameter of the adjacent area. Diagnosis was due to incidental discovery of renal vascular ultrasound, computed tomography (CT) scan, and magnetic resonance imaging of the abdominal aortic arterial system. Medical treatment if the aneurysm is small, asymptomatic and at low risk of rupture. Surgical treatment is basic, conventional but recently percutaneous intervention with stent placement is increasingly popular and has many advantages.
Clinical case: 62 years old female patient with history of hypertension examined for abdominal pain. Abdominal ultrasound suspected renal arterial aneurysm, the patient had a CT scan of the iliac aortic arterial system with contrast agent and detected an aneurysm in the middle 1/3 of the left renal artery, size 26×16mm, diameter of aneurysm neck 8mm, and a small amount of thrombus in the aneurysm. Treatment with percutaneous intervention using covered stent was successful at Hanoi Heart Hospital.