bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
S. palustris leaves sampling and RNA extraction v1
Authors: Stefanie Dwiyanti Maria
Published: October 2024

This is a protocol for leaf sampling of S. palustris in natural habitats as well as RNA extraction method using CTAB+PVP buffer. The extraction will require 3 days.
Evaluation of Micro-Tensile Bond Strength to Dentin, Failure mode, and Fluoride release of GDMA-Based Versus HEMA-Based Universal Adhesives after Aging: An in vitro study v1
Authors: Ibrahim tarek Aya
Published: October 2024

The aim of the present study is to evaluate the micro-tensile bond strength to dentin, failure mode, and fluoride release of GDMA-base bonding agent vs HEMA-based universal adhesive after aging. A total of 50 freshly extracted caries-free human molars will be used in this study. The specimens will be divided into 2 groups according to the used adhesive. Group (A1) refers to the intervention group using GDMA based universal adhesive, while Group (A2) refers to control group using conventional HEMA-universal adhesive. The specimens of all groups will be subjected to 10,000 thermo-cycles as an aging period. For micro-tensile bond strength test, the beams will be mounted onto the universal testing machine and tensile load was applied, until bonding failure of the specimen occurred.After μ-TBS testing, failure mode will be analyzed. Elemental analysis of resin-dentin interface will be assessed using energy dispersive x-ray (EDX) analysis
Acupuncture and the Acupoints Selections for Myopia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Protocol v1
Authors: Faizah Lailatul , Zheng Guiping , Chang Shuai , Meng Ming
Published: October 2024

Myopia is a common worldwide disease and one of the leading factors of some severe visual impairments. Some systematic reviews have been conducted to summarize the efficacy of acupuncture for myopia. However, the heterogeneity of methods among acupuncture studies are high and there’s no systematic review and meta-analysis that evaluate the effectiveness of traditional acupuncture on local, distal, and the combination of local and distal acupoints. The present study will use a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials, focusing on traditional needling techniques alone or in combination with other treatments, compared to active therapy controls. We will identify the most commonly used acupoints for myopia and, if more than two studies are available, conduct a meta-analysis and subgroup analysis to determine the most effective acupoints. We expect this study to provide more comprehensive evidence on the specific acupoint strategies in the traditional acupuncture that are most beneficial for myopia management.
X-region PolyU/UC mutagenesis v1
Authors: Lopez Carolina
Published: October 2024

Protocol to PCR and in vitro transcribe the HCV X region w/out mutagenesis
A NOTE ON DIOPHANTINE ALGEBRAIC EQUATIONS OF SQUARE CIRCULANT MATRICES
Authors: Gauthier Claude
Published: October 2024

We obtain necessary and sufficient conditions for solving Diophantine algebraic matrix equations in terms of square circulant matrices. We apply these conditions to show that the Fermat matrix equation , has no nontrivial solution of that kind, and to construct solutions of the Markov matrix equation
Biological methods for diagnosing depressive symptoms in patients with schizophrenia: a narrative review
Authors: Sultanova Renata I. , Gashkarimov Vadim R. , Efremov Ilya S. , Asadullin Azat R.
Published: October 2024

BACKGROUND: Depressive symptoms in patients with schizophrenia lead to more frequent exacerbations of the underlying disease, worsen the prognosis, and increase the risk of suicide. Clinical practitioners continue to face challenges in diagnosing this disorder.
AIM: This study aims to analyze published material on biological markers of depressive symptoms in patients with schizophrenia.
METHODS: The search of literature was conducted using the following electronic search engines (the total number of relevant papers found is also specified): ACCESSSS (n=150), Cochrane Library (n=48), PubMed (n=623), eLIBRARY (n=216), and Google Scholar (n=367). The final discussion included 67 papers consistent with the study aim and were published between January 1, 2018 and December 31, 2023.
RESULTS: Based on the available scaterred data, it appears that plasma biomarkers (e.g. C-reactive protein, metabolic parameters, hormones, enzymes, neurotrophic factors) are limited in specificity when it comes to diagnosing depressive symptoms in schizophrenia. Our analysis of the neuroimaging findings showed that depressive manifestations are associated with a decrease in the volume of the gray matter in the parietal, frontal, and temporal lobes (particularly in Broca’s and Wernicke’s areas) and in specific regions of the prefrontal cortex (including the medial right superior frontal, medial orbitofrontal, and superior and middle frontal gyri). It has been suggested that the SIRT1, OXT, CDKAL1, and APOE genes are involved in the development of depressive symptoms in patients with schizophrenia.
CONCLUSION: Understanding and identifying depressive symptoms in schizophrenia will improve the quality of care for patients with this disorder.
A clinical case of acute intestinal obstruction as a result of dislocation of the
esophageal self-expanding nitinol stent
Authors: Filimonov Viktor B. , Leonchenko Sergey V. , Natalsky Alexander A. , Kleymenov Oleg V. , Prus Stanislav Yu. , Vinogradova Marina P. , Romashov Dmitry V.
Published: October 2024

INTRODUCTION: Covered esophageal self-expanding stents are often used to palliate dysphagia in patients with unresectable esophageal and gastric cardia cancer. Migration of an esophageal stent is a common occurrence in these patients. One of rare complications that can be caused by stent dislocation is intestinal obstruction.
The article describes a case of intestinal obstruction in result of migration of a fully covered nitinol esophageal stent. Patient K., 53 years old, was admitted to hospital in a severe condition with complaints of vomiting, abdominal pain and stool retention that had persisted for four days. The patient refused esophagogastroduodenoscopy. A plain abdominal X-ray did not reveal any free gas. In the mesogastrium, numerous pneumatized loops of small intestine with horizontal fluid levels were identified. For life indications, the patient, after preoperative preparation was taken to the emergency operating room; resection of the terminal part of small intestine was performed with placement of an ileostomy and gastrostomy. Taking into account difficulties of diagnosis (refusal of esophagogastroduodenoscopy by the patient and low informative value of X-ray examination), severity of the patient’s condition (due to a malignant neoplasm and intestinal obstruction), anatomical peculiarities (location of the esophageal stent 30 cm from the ileocecal angle, which would complicate potential application of enteroenteroanastomosis), the chosen tactics was to refuse application of enteroenteroanastomosis and exteriorize ileostomy and gastrostomy.
CONCLUSION: Acute intestinal obstruction is a threatening complication of migration of an esophageal stent. Patients with placed esophageal stents require careful monitoring, use of a sparing diet and additional methods of stent fixation, which will help reduce the frequency of stent migration and associated complications.
Academic research management: opportunities vs limitations of incentives
Authors: Niyazova M. V.
Published: October 2024

Introduction. The ongoing academic discourse regarding strategies to enhance academic research highlights the dual impact of different management practices on the quantity and quality of research in higher education. Aim. The article is devoted to analysing the dynamics of academic research results at regional universities, focusing on the opportunities and limitations of stimulating individual scientific productivity. Methodology and research methods. The study widely used a combined approach to gather an array of data on the results of academic research. This systematic approach involves managing the results in combination with statistical, sociological, and comparative research methods. The empirical basis for this study was the data on higher education from 2012 to 2022. The data was sourced from the Federal State Statistics Service of the Russian Federation, which monitors the effectiveness of universities under the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Russia. Additionally, data was gathered from the Scientific Electronic Library of the Russian Federation, international citation databases, and the results of an online survey conducted among scientific and pedagogical staff at universities in the Russian Federation. Results. In the studied period, universities in the Primorsky Krai of the Russian Federation have shown an increase in visibility within the national scientific community in terms of R&D volume and publication numbers. However, there has been a decline in the academic environment for scientific and pedagogical staff due to increased teaching loads, reduced incentive opportunities compared to the regional standard, and the risk of short-term employment. The heightened intensity and uncertainty have become limiting factors affecting the quality of academic research at individual universities, particularly in terms of the impact factor of the journals where the research results are published. A sociological survey conducted among employees revealed a relatively low level of confidence in the system designed to promote individual scientific productivity. Scientific novelty. The scientific novelty of the study lies in the development of organisational and methodological foundations for managing and assessing academic research within the framework of incentive-based outcomes. Practical significance. The practical significance of the results lies in highlighting trends in the dynamics of academic research at the regional level, illustrating tools to reduce information asymmetry regarding their results. This is achieved by using variables that help identify the limitations of incentives of individual research productivity for its development.
Factors influencing the formation of creative student teams
Authors: Ushakova Y. V. , Zernov D. V. , Sitnikova I. V.
Published: October 2024

Introduction. The research relevance is determined by the needs of Russian societal development in attracting active and talented youth to various spheres of economic and social activities. Aim. The present research aimed to identify the factors that contribute to the formation of creative student teams capable of effectively engaging in activities within the creative industry, research, scientific-technological projects, and socially significant projects. Methodology and research methods. The empirical basis of the article was the results of a sociological study on university students’ creativity using a questionnaire survey method. Through factor analysis, five groups of students were identified with conventional names: optimists, populists, versatile, disciplined, and outsiders. Results. The analysis of the research results allowed the authors to define the main parameters and present a typology of students based on their attitudes towards different types of activities, involvement in scientific and social university life, evaluations of the conditions of scientific, educational, and social activities at the university, engagement in social networks, and identification of the most crucial components of life success. Scientific novelty. On the basis of the authors’ methodology of sociological research on the creativity of university students, approaches to forming creative student teams are proposed. Practical significance. The practical significance of the article lies in the potential utilisation of the proposed methodology and the study results by teachers and specialists at universities involved in engaging students in research, creative endeavors, and socially significant projects.
Mathematical Analysis of Statistical Design of Experiment and Machine Learning Methods in Identifying Factors Influencing Obesity
Authors: Knights Vesna , Blazevska Tatjana , Markovic Gordana , Kljusurić Jasenka
Published: October 2024

Introduction: This paper explores a mathematical framework for defining factors influencing obesity by comparing statistical design of experiment and machine learning (ML) approaches. Methods: A low-calorie program was applied to 100 overweight to morbidly obese patients monitored over 8 visits in 4 months and over. A traditional three-factor experimental design was employed to evaluate the impact of glucose, Alanine aminotransferase (ALT) enzyme, and cholesterol levels on obesity. ML methods (Multiple Linear Regression, Random Forest, Decision Tree Classifier, Gradient Boosting Regressor and XGBoost) were employed to evaluate the impact of glucose, ALT enzyme, cholesterol levels, body mass, blood pressure, and sex on obesity. Results: The three-factor experiment indicated glucose had the greatest impact on obesity, followed by cholesterol and ALT, particularly significant in females. ML models, with over 90% accuracy and RMSE less than 1.5, corroborated these findings and also highlighted the roles of blood pressure. Conclusion: Both statistical and ML models aim to understand relationships between variables and predict outcomes, differing in assumptions, flexibility, and interpretability. Statistical methods offer high interpretability and rigorous testing, while ML provides flexibility and robust performance with complex data.
Utilization of Echocardiography During Septic Shock was Associated with a Decreased Mortality
Authors: Kawalit Issa , Musawi Tariq , Morsy Walid
Published: October 2024

Introduction: Hemodynamic monitoring is crucial in managing patients with septic shock. While echocardiography has been increasingly utilized to assess volume status and cardiac function, its impact on patient prognosis remains uncertain. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of echocardiography on outcomes in patients with septic shock. Methods: This retrospective study utilized data from the Electronic Medical Record system. Septic shock patients were divided into two groups based on echocardiography usage during the onset of septic shock. The primary outcome was 14-day mortality. Secondary outcomes included inotrope use, ventilation-free and norepinephrine-free days, and fluid input. Propensity score matching was employed to reduce baseline differences between groups. Results: Among the 25 eligible patients, 12 underwent echocardiography evaluation (Echo group), while 13 did not (Control group). The Echo group had a 14-day mortality rate of 33.3% compared to 38.5% in the Control group (P=0.85). Inotrope use was higher in the Echo group (33.3% vs 7.7%, P=0.15). No significant differences were observed in other secondary outcomes. Survival analysis indicated improved 14-day mortality with the use of echocardiography (hazard ratio: 0.83; 95% confidence interval, 0.73–0.95, P=0.005). Conclusions: Echocardiography use was associated with improved 14-day outcomes in septic shock patients, supporting its use in early hemodynamic assessment.
The Trust and Solidarity as Factor Influencing Community Perceptions of the Effectiveness Covid-19 Vaccine in Indonesia
Authors: Nurbaiti Beti , Chotib Chotib , Hartono Imam , Putri Lita
Published: October 2024

This research aims to analyze the extent of public perception in 10 major Indonesian cities regarding the effectiveness of the Covid-19 vaccine so far, in terms of Trust and Solidarity as sub-dimensional aspects of social capital. The sociodemographic characteristics obtained from the survey results are age, education and occupation. The reasearch coverage of 10 major cities in Indonesia includes: Menado, Bali, Padang, Palembang, Makasar, Medan, Jabodetabek, Bandung, Yogya and Surabaya, where Jabodetabek covers the areas of Jakarta, Bogor, Depok, Tangerang and Bekasi. The research approach was carried out on a quantitative basis, using purposive sampling technique, where 500 respondents were taken from online survey. The research results show that Trust and Solidarity have a positive impact on public perceptions regarding the effectiveness of the Covid-19 vaccine.
A long-term case study on marginal diabetes: demonstrating the need for effective calibration of home test devices
Authors: Pavese Franco
Published: October 2024

Accurate tracking of the trend in time of marginal diabetes level is not simple, as the precision of non-professional home testers is typically ±10–12 mg/dL—45% of the marginal range. A reliable assessment of the current calibration of home testers is difficult because it depends on the quality of the off-shell calibration and then on its subsequent validity in time. The paper reports test results specifically following a case of initial deterioration of the pancreas functionality, with the patient subsequently having to follow a strict diet with also assumption of Glucophage. The study carried out on its evolution made it possible to propose, with examples, a valid test procedure for optimising the performance of home testing without strictly requiring professional expertise, supplementing scarce/insufficient manufacturer information. The effect of the medical treatment was taken under observation for a total of ≈2300 morning glucose home tests over 8 years using several home testers models. The aim of the paper is not about the validity of the test method, but about getting evidence of the basic importance of the calibration of the testing devices, of its validity and sufficient accuracy, to improve the odds of a correct medical diagnosis—and patient confidence.
Interview with Lolita Chakrabarti
Authors: Dhar Amrita , Sen Amrita
Published: October 2024

In this interview, Amrita Dhar and Amrita Sen interviews Lolita Chakrabarti, the actress and award-win-ning playwright. Chakrabarti trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and has been on our stag-es and screens for over thirty years. Her acting credits include The Hunt (St Ann’s Warehouse, New York); Gertrude, opposite Tom Hiddleston, in Sir Kenneth Branagh’s Hamlet (RADA); Last Seen - Joy(Almeida Theatre), which she also wrote; Screw (CH4); Vigil (BBC1); Showtrial (BBC1); Wheel of Time (Amazon); A Casual Vacancy (BBC1/HBO); Criminal (Netflix); and Delicious (Sky One). Her writing credits include her adaptation of the Booker Prize winning novel Life of Pi, for which she won the Olivier Award for Best Play. She also adapted Hamnet, from the best-selling novel by Maggie O’Farrell, which opened for a sold-out run at the Royal Shakespeare Company, before transferring to London’s West End. Her debut play Red Velvet opened at the Tricycle Theatre, London, before transfer-ring to St Ann’s Warehouse in New York and to London’s West End at the Garrick Theatre. Chakrabar-tialso curated The Greatest Wealth (Old Vic), commissioning eight new monologues to celebrate the UK’s National Health Service. She also dramaturged Sylvia (Old Vic) and Message in a Bottle (Peacock Theatre/US tour) for Kate Prince.
Wariantywność terminologiczna we włoskim dyskursie dziennikarsko-sportowym na podstawie dziennika sportowego „La Gazzetta dello Sport”
Authors: Godzich Anna , Machowski Szymon
Published: October 2024

Artykuł ukazuje wariantywność terminologiczną włoskiego słownictwa piłki nożnej na bazie korpusu terminów pochodzących z pola leksykalnego „pożywienie człowieka”, wyekscerpowanych z internetowego wydania najpoczytniejszego włoskiego dziennika sportowego „La Gazzetta dello Sport” z lat 2022-2023. Badanie zostało przeprowadzone z odniesieniem do sfery terminologicznej zdefiniowanej jako podsystem terminologiczny, składający się średnio z kilku lub kilkunastu leksykonów, połączonych bezpośrednimi relacjami semantycznymi wraz z omówieniem warunków przynależności określonego wariantu terminologicznego do sfery terminologicznej włoskiego języka piłki nożnej. Frazeologizmy piłkarskie języka włoskiego są analizowane ze względu na ich przynależność do wypowiedzi językowych i uznane za terminy techniczne. Są one terminami ze względu na stosowanie ich przez użytkowników języków, którzy posługują się nimi w różnych dziedzinach wyspecjalizowanej działalności poznawczej jako wyrazy lub grupy wyrazowe. Frazeologizmy piłkarskie reprezentują profesjolekt, rozumiany jako technolekt. Pozwala to różnorako opisać włoskie wyrażenia idiomatyczne poprzez rekonstrukcję ich budowy gramatycznej, leksykalnej i logiczno-pojęciowej oraz w kontekście ich funkcjonowania jako jednostek w procesie językowym.
La metáfora del organismo vivo en la prensa económica española
Authors: Pavliková Želmira , Spišaková Mária
Published: October 2024

La metáfora es uno de los recursos lingüísticos más empleados en el discurso periodístico económico. Además de las metáforas relacionadas con la salud y la medicina, las metáforas sobre el cuerpo humano o animales son también muy frecuentes en la prensa económica española. Nuestro trabajo se basa en el conocimiento de que la tendencia a utilizar metáforas no ha dejado de aumentar en los últimos años. Este artículo está enfocado en el análisis de las metáforas del organismo vivo obtenidas de un corpus de las metáforas seleccionadas de los periódicos El Economista y Alternativas Económicas durante el año 2022. El objetivo del estudio es analizar los términos metafóricos relacionados con el organismo vivo y, ver qué dominios fuente son los más frecuentes. Además de caracterizar y agrupar los términos metafóricos relativos a diferentes conceptos, se pretende determinar el grado del sentido figurativo de los equivalentes eslovacos. A base del análisis semántico hemos clasificado los diferentes términos metafóricos en grupos según el dominio fuente: enfermedad y salud, cuerpo humano, animales.
Le rôle du référent en terminologie : enquête sur la perception du trouble dysmorphique corporel
Authors: Vezzani Federica , Costa Rute
Published: October 2024

Cette étude explore la notion de référent en terminologie, centré autour du Trouble Dysmorphique Corporel (TDC). Nous nous intéressons à la relation entre objet, concept, référent et terme, mettant en évidence leur interdépendance et leur impact sur la perception de cette pathologie. À l’aide d’un questionnaire, nous analysons les variantes dénominatives du TDC et examinons comment ces termes façonnent les représentations mentales de cette condition médicale, souvent engendrant des connotations négatives.
Wariantywność czasowników percepcji wzrokowej w pismach św. Franciszka z Asyżu. Problemy translatorskie w przekładach z łaciny na język polski i włoski
Authors: Zając Andrzej
Published: October 2024

Artykuł ukazuje problem łacińskich czasowników percepcji wzrokowej w korpusie pism św. Franciszka z Asyżu oraz ich tłumaczeń na język polski i włoski. Omawia znaczenie i rolę prefiksów w połączeniu z czasownikiem spectare / spicere oraz związane z nimi zmiany znaczeniowe w kontekstach językowych i sytuacyjnych. Szczególne miejsce zajmuje problematyczny czasownik despicere, którego właściwe rozumienie zostanie rozpatrzone w kontekście innych miejsc w pismach, ujawniających charakterystyczny dla autora sposób postrzegania rzeczy ziemskich (terrena). Zaprezentowane analizy i przemyślenia poprowadzą do wniosku, jakim jest próba uchwycenia ogólnej charakterystyki percepcji wzrokowej według Franciszka, właściwej dla języka mistycznego. Całość dociekań ma posłużyć jako przykład zmagań translatorskich oraz jako sugestie dla tłumaczy.
Experimental High Speed Milling of the Selected Thin-Walled Component
Authors: Zajac Jozef , Hatala Michal , Duplák Ján , Dupláková Darina , Steranka Jozef
Published: October 2024

In a technical practice, it is possible to meet thin-walled parts more and more often. These parts are most commonly used in the automotive industry or aircraft industry to reduce the weight of different design part of cars or aircraft. Presented article is focused on experimental high speed milling of selected thin-walled component. The introduction of this article presents description of high speed machining and specification of thin – walled parts. The experiments were carried out using a CNC machine Pinnacle VMC 650S and C45 material - plain carbon steel for automotive components and mechanical engineering. In the last part of the article, described are the arrangements to reduction of deformation of thin-walled component during the experimental high speed milling.
Managing Employees in Macedonian Companies
Authors: Mitreva Elizabeta , Taskov Nako , Krivokapić Zdravko , Jovanovic Jelena
Published: October 2024

The company’s competitive advantage on the market is in direct correlation with the resources and the capacities, especially with the business potential of the employees which consists of their knowledge, skills, inventiveness and other elements that are necessary for handling the changes and producing measurable results. The introduction of a quality system is a teamwork and in those environments where the rules are not being followed, it is possible to immediately assess it as unacceptable. One of the largest changes sought by the new TQM strategy (Total Quality Management) in relation to the Macedonian companies is the change of the mentality and disposal of the old habits.
This paper provides an analysis for gathering data regarding the management of the employees i.e. the processes of planning and developing the staff as a business resource in accordance to the criteria for achieving European Quality Award in the Macedonian companies.
The results from the research should give usable directions that need to be adopted by the Macedonian companies in order to develop the products/services, and also the business processes and the business culture.
The solution was found in developing management system through a new TQM (Total Quality Management) strategy, developing the staff and the teamwork and advancing the processes even before buying new technology.
Differences among Social Network Structures in the Private Sector, Politics and NGOs in Croatia
Authors: Kadoić Nikola , Divjak Blaženka , Ređep Nina Begičević
Published: October 2024

The paper describes and interprets differences among social network structures in the private sector, politics (local administration) and non-governmental organisations (NGO) in Croatia. Social network analysis (SNA) methodology was used to examine networks in three sectors, which were found to differ in terms of centrality measures and substructures. In the private sector network, centrality values of network members were related to their respective positions in the organisational hierarchy. In the politics network, centrality measures values of members were influenced both by hierarchy and by the number of same-party members. In the NGO network, all members had high centrality values. Substructure sizes were low in the private sector and high in the NGO sector; in the politics network, they were dependent on the number of same-party members.
Conceptual Model of an Application for Automated Generation of Webpage Mobile Versions
Authors: Rachovski Todor , Hadzhikoleva Stanka , Hadzhikolev Emil
Published: October 2024

Accessing webpages through various types of mobile devices with different screen sizes and using different browsers has put new demands on web developers. The main challenge is the development of websites with responsive design that is adaptable depending on the mobile device used. The article presents a conceptual model of an app for automated generation of mobile pages. It has five-layer architecture: database, database management layer, business logic layer, web services layer and a presentation layer. The database stores all the data needed to run the application. The database management layer uses an ORM model to convert relational data into an object-oriented format and control the access to them. The business logic layer contains components that perform the actual work on building a mobile version of the page, including parsing, building a hierarchical model of the page and a number of transformations. The web services layer provides external applications with access to lower-level functionalities, and the presentation layer is responsible for choosing and using the appropriate CSS. A web application that uses the proposed model was developed and experiments were conducted.
Uczestnictwo Konferencji Episkopatu Polski w dyskursie politycznym III Rzeczypospolitej Polskiej a autonomia i niezależność państwa i kościoła. Analiza wybranych stanowisk jednostek strukturalnych KEP z lat 2015–2023
Authors: Stępień Jakub
Published: October 2024

Głos Kościoła katolickiego pozostaje wyraźnie słyszalny w debacie publicznej toczącej się w III Rzeczypospolitej Polskiej, w każdym aspekcie życia społecznego, także dyskursie politycznym, dotyczącym określonych, bieżących działań przedstawicieli władz świeckich w zakresie kreowania polityki państwa. Z punktu widzenia struktury hierarchiczno-kompetencyjnej wspólnoty kościelnej, niezwykłą doniosłość w tym aspekcie funkcjonowania wspólnoty państwowej posiadają komunikaty jednostek strukturalnych Konferencji Episkopatu Polski, w odbiorze społecznym utożsamiane z oficjalnym stanowiskiem Kościoła instytucyjnego. Właściwe przepisy prawa świeckiego i kościelnego przewidują jednak konkretne zasady funkcjonowania wspólnoty religijnej w stosunku do państwa i z państwem, których podstawą pozostaje poszanowanie wzajemnej autonomii i separacji wspólnot. Praktyka tego rodzaju aktywności wskazuje jednakże na istnienie pewnych tendencji i zjawisk związanych ze sposobem formułowania tego rodzaju komunikatów, mogących stanowić nierzadko naruszenie ww. zasady.
Evaluation of photoprotective properties of pharmaceutical packaging containing cefuroxime by total hemispherical reflectance analysis
Authors: Górka Tomasz , Meisner Michał , Sarecka-Hujar Beata
Published: October 2024

Wstęp

Niewłaściwe zabezpieczenie substancji czynnej może doprowadzić do utraty jej pierwotnych właściwości. Do oceny własności fotoprotekcyjnych opakowań leków można zastosować wiele metod, w tym hemisferyczną reflektancję kierunkową. Celem badania była ocena wartości reflektancji dla opakowania zewnętrznego (pudełko kartonowe) i opakowania bezpośredniego (blister) zawierającego cefuroksym.

Materiał i metody

Za pomocą reflektometru 410-Solar zbadano opakowania dwóch preparatów (Ceroxim i Zinnat), zarówno przeterminowanych, jak i nieprzeterminowanych. Analizie poddano trzy rodzaje obszarów pomiarowych: „biały” (biały karton zewnętrzny), „kolorowy” (obszary kolorystyczne kartonu zewnętrznego) oraz „blister” (opakowanie bezpośrednie wykonane z aluminium i PCV).

Wyniki

Największą wartość reflektancji stwierdzono w zakresie 700–1100 nm zarówno dla preparatów przeterminowanych, jak i nieprzeterminowanych. W zakresie 335–380 nm ilość odbitego promieniowania dla nieprzeterminowanych opakowań Ceroxim vs Zinnat wynosiła odpowiednio: 30% vs 12% dla obszarów kolorowych, 39% vs 24% dla obszarów białych i 74% vs 70% dla blistrów. W przypadku preparatu Ceroxim, reflektancja nieprzeterminowanych obszarów kolorowych była znacząco wyższa niż przeterminowanych (p < 0,001) we wszystkich zakresach spektralnych, z wyjątkiem 1700–2500 nm. Natomiast reflektancja przeterminowanych obszarów białych preparatu Ceroxim była wyższa niż nieprzeterminowanych (p < 0,001) dla 480–600 nm, 590–720 nm, 700–1100 nm i 1700–2500 nm. Blistry nieprzeterminowane preparatu Zinnat wykazywały mocniejsze właściwości fotoprotekcyjne niż przeterminowane w zakresie 335–380 nm. Nie stwierdzono różnic pomiędzy przeterminowanymi i nieprzeterminowanymi blistrami preparatu Ceroxim.

Wnioski

Wartość reflektancji wskazuje, że blistry i opakowania z białego kartonu w większym stopniu chronią cefuroksym przed promieniowaniem niż opakowania kolorowe.
Mapping Meteorological Drought-vulnerability Extent for Isingiro District (1982-2022)
Authors: Tumwesigye Wycliffe , Bedadi Bobe , Osiru David , Tefera Tesfaye Lemma , Jackson-Gilbert Majaliwa Mwanjalolo , Bamwesigye Dastan
Published: October 2024

Background: Climate change and associated prolonged meteorological drought have affected crop productivity and food security for decades across the world. Most developing counties including Uganda are majorly affected due to their limited social, economic and technical capacity in climate change mitigation. Isingiro district for instance, is located in the Ugandan dry cattle corridor and has been affected by prolonged meteorological drought resulting in limited crop productivity and food insecurity for the last four decades. The extent to which meteorological drought has affected Isingiro district is not well documented hence the need for this study. The study aimed at mapping meteorological drought-vulnerable extent for the selected six sub-counties of Isingiro District, South Western Uganda. Methods: Precipitation datasets from 1982-2022 were downloaded from NASA powers website. SPI calculator, QGIS 3.4 and ArcGIS10 software were used to calculate SPI values and map the extent of meteorological drought in the selected sub counties. Result: Results show increasing average annual negative and extreme meteorological vulnerability following the order: Masha -2.57 greater than Mbaare -2.40 greater than Kikagate -2.28 greater than Isingiro Town Council -2.26 = Rushasha -2.26 greater than Kashumba -2.05 indicating extremely high vulnerability of the study sub counties to meteorological drought. Results are discussed, conclusions and recommendations are provided in the manuscript.
Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Efficacy of Spice Extracts and Their Application against Common Foodborne Pathogens
Authors: Islam Md. Zakirul , Arefin Sumaiya , Hasan Md. Sayed , Sarker Md. Abid Hasan , Khandakar Md. Mehedi Hasan , Rahman Arifur , Siddiki Mohammad Shohel Rana , Harun-ur-Rashid Md.
Published: October 2024

Background: The study aimed to investigate the potential antioxidant and antimicrobial properties of four spice extracts against five common foodborne pathogens. Methods: The antimicrobial and antioxidant efficacy of four spice extracts from Zingiber officinales, Syzygium aromaticum, Cuminum cyminum and Origanum vulgare were examined against five foodborne pathogens. Listeria monocytogenes, Bacillus cereus, Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa using disc diffusion technique. The respective five pathogenic strains were tested against the antibiotic Gentamycin (5 mg) as a control. Result: From the study, it was found that Z. officinales, S. aromaticum, C. cyminum and O. vulgare extracts were found potentially active with diverse efficiency against the five respective bacterial strains at a standard concentration of 10 mg/mL while the extract of C. cyminum was only most effective against L. monocytogenes. Whereas E. coli and B. cereus were found resistant to Z. officinales and C. cyminum. The Z. officinales inhibited the bacterial growth with the MIC at 2.50 mg/mL but other extracts showed an alike response at 5.0 mg/mL. However, the spice extracts showed highly durable bacteriostatic activities against the strains of foodborne pathogens with MIC ranging from 2.5 to 15.0 mg/mL.
Echoes of the Pure Land: The Sonic Imaginary of Utsuho Monogatari
Authors: Whatley Katherine G. T.
Published: October 2024

In the tenth-century Japanese vernacular tale Utsuho monogatari, an envoy to China named Toshikage is shipwrecked in the exotic land of Hashikoku. He encounters ascetics and Buddhist deities who transmit koto performance techniques and gift him with magical instruments before his return to Japan. Hashikoku is depicted as a place at the edge of this world close to Sukhāvatī, Amitābha’s Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss, and thus near sacredness itself. Toshikage’s quest for music guides him to the edge of human knowledge, where music and religion can be directly experienced from devas. This liminal place is deeply Buddhist and filled with koto music. Using evidence from both a koto housed in Shōsōin and a series of illustrations from woodblock-printed books and handscrolls covering the first chapter of Utsuho from the sixteenth through early nineteenth centuries, I examine the textual and visual symbolism of the koto itself. I argue that the instrument represents a conduit through which other places and realms can be experienced. These illustrated editions also act as a kind of visual reception history and show how Hashikoku, a place of sonic imaginary and closeness to the Buddhist realm, continued to have symbolic reverberations for nearly a millennium.
Les Eucalyptus des Iles de la Sonde. 2e partie
Authors: Martin B. , Cossalter Christian
Published: October 2024

Dans cette partie, les auteurs décrivent les graines d'Eucalyptus urophylla et d'Eucalyptus alba, et indiquent les dates de fructification et les propriétés germinatives. Ils examinent les relations et l'hybridation entre les deux espèces, ainsi que leur systématique.
PREVALENCE OF CESARIAN DELIVERY AND ASSOCIATED FACTORS AMONG MOTHERS WHO GAVE BIRTH AT PUBLIC HOSPITALS IN ETHIOPIA: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY
Authors: Yusuf Abdulahi Mohamud , Sheik Abdifetah Abdulahi , Ali Mohamud Hussein , Hassen Hussen Abdi
Published: October 2024

Background: Caesarean delivery is a procedure used to save a mother’s and foetus’s lives when the labour situation becomes complicated. However, a wrong decision can substantially increase the rates of morbidity and mortality of the woman and the fetus. Purpose: the study aimed to assess the prevalence of cesarean delivery and associated factors. Methods: A health facility-based cross-sectional study has been conducted. A systematic random sampling technique was used. A face-to-face interview was employed to collect data through a pre-tested and structured questionnaire. Descriptive statistics were counted on. A binary logistic regression was employed to assess factors associated with cesarean delivery. The odds ratio and corresponding 95% confidence interval 95% confidence intervals were used. Results: The prevalence of cesarean delivery in this study is 27.4% (95% CI 23.3, 31.8%). monthly income 3,000-6,000 birr [AOR = 3.91 (95% CI: 1.50, 10.17)], previous cesarean delivery [AOR = 15.86 (95% CI: 8.01, 31.40)] and mother not directed counselling [AOR = 2.87 (95% CI: 1.46, 5.68)] are factors significantly associated. The prevalence of cesarean delivery uses is high. Conclusion: The obstetric factors occurring around delivery are the master ground leading cesarean delivery rather than the background characteristics. There is a low rate of pregnant mother counselling. We recommend interventions for the prevention of unnecessary primary cesarean delivery, counselling for pregnant mothers, particular emphasis on training all health care providers, and further investigation.
RISK COMMUNICATION IN CIGARETTE HEALTH WARNING LABELS AND BEHAVIOR CHANGE IN KENYA: A QUALITATIVE STUDY
Authors: Khaoya Maureen , Mogambi Hezron
Published: October 2024

Background: The introduction of three-picture health warnings on cigarette packs, approved in 2014 and implemented in 2018, aimed to raise awareness and educate the public about the dangers of smoking. Therefore, the effectiveness of health warning labels on tobacco products is being questioned due to consumer reluctance to pay attention to the visuals or textual content. Purpose: This paper examines risk communication messages on cigarette warning labels that promote behavior change among adult smokers. Methods: The study focused on adults aged between 30 and 40 years who were smokers. Participants were selected from smoking zones in Kitui and Machakos Counties, Kenya. Data were collected through focus group discussions (FGDs). Results: According to FGDs, cigarette warning labels were found to influence how Kenyan adult smokers perceive health risks. The labels were observed to enhance understanding of tobacco-related risks among smokers and evidence of optimism bias among the smokers, indicating that they may be overly optimistic about their own health risks compared to others. While the labels were associated with a reduction in smoking habits, it was noted that this effect had limitations. The warning labels were deemed crucial but insufficient to induce a significant change in behavior. Conclusion: It was concluded that current cigarette warning labels in Kenya have a limited influence on risk perception among adult smokers. Importance of targeted communication strategies addressing optimism bias, to effectively combat risk perception among adult smokers is needed. Also, relatable and clear imagery could help smokers better understand and internalize potential health consequences.
Method for Mapping Cyclo-Dynamic Dataflow Into Pipelined Datapath
Authors: Sergiyenko Anatoliy , Mozghovyi Ivan
Published: October 2024

An overview of high-level synthesis (HLS) systems for designing pipelined datapaths is presented in the paper. The goal is to explore methods of mapping algorithms to the pipelined datapaths implementing the cyclic data flow graphs with dynamic schedules. The cyclo-dynamic dataflow (CDDF) is selected as the very expressive model for describing a wide domain of the dataflow algorithms. CDDF is distinguished in that, the algorithm period depends on the calculated data and has a dynamic schedule. A set of mapping conditions is formulated that provide the deadlock-free schedule of CDDF when it is mapped into the pipelined datapath. Due to the proposed method, the algorithm is represented by a set of CDDF and finite state machines (FSMs). The latter are subgraphs of CDDF. CDDF is optimized using retiming and pipelining methods. After that CDDF and its FSMs are described by the hardware description language like VHDL as well as the synchronous dataflow is described. The proposed method involves describing cyclo-dynamic data flow graphs in VHDL and optimizing them for implementation in the field programable gate arrays (FPGAs). The example of the sequence detector design shows the method implementation in detail. More sophisticated LZW decompression algorithm mapping demonstrates that the proposed method is rather effective and can give the pipelined datapath which effectivenes is comparable with that of the best hardware solution. The method can be implemented in modern HLS systems.
Pengaruh Pendidikan Kewirausahaan, Kebijakan Pemerintah Dan Dukungan Sosial Terhadap Intensi Berwirausaha Mahasiswa Di Universitas Negeri Jakarta
Authors: Taufik Irwansyah  , Shofiany  , Agus Wibowo  , Karuniana Dianta Arfiando Sebayang
Published: October 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji pengaruh pendidikan kewirausahaan, kebijakan pemerintah, dan dukungan sosial terhadap niat berwirausaha mahasiswa di Universitas Negeri Jakarta. Mengingat pentingnya kewirausahaan dalam mendorong perekonomian dan menciptakan lapangan kerja, penelitian ini berfokus pada faktor-faktor yang dapat meningkatkan minat mahasiswa untuk berwirausaha. Sampel penelitian terdiri dari 672 mahasiswa yang dipilih secara acak, memberikan gambaran yang representatif dari populasi mahasiswa di universitas. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan adalah Structural Equation Modelling Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS), yang memungkinkan analisis komprehensif terhadap hubungan antara variabel independen dan dependen. Temuan penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pendidikan kewirausahaan memiliki pengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap intensi berwirausaha. Pendidikan kewirausahaan yang diberikan di kampus mampu meningkatkan pengetahuan, keterampilan, dan kepercayaan diri mahasiswa untuk memulai bisnis. Selain itu, kebijakan pemerintah yang mendukung kewirausahaan, seperti pemberian insentif, akses permodalan, dan regulasi yang ramah bisnis, terbukti secara signifikan meningkatkan intensi berwirausaha mahasiswa. Dukungan sosial, baik dari keluarga, teman, maupun lingkungan sekitar, berperan penting dalam memotivasi mahasiswa untuk berwirausaha. Dukungan ini memberikan motivasi, bantuan moral, dan jaringan yang diperlukan  dalam  proses  kewirausahaan. Penelitian  ini  menegaskan  bahwa  untuk meningkatkan intensi berwirausaha di kalangan mahasiswa, diperlukan sinergi antara pendidikan kewirausahaan yang efektif, kebijakan pemerintah yang mendukung, dan dukungan sosial yang kuat. Temuan ini diharapkan dapat menjadi referensi bagi universitas, pemerintah, dan masyarakat dalam merancang strategi dan program yang dapat mendorong semangat kewirausahaan di kalangan generasi muda. Sebagai hasilnya, diharapkan akan ada peningkatan jumlah pengusaha muda yang memiliki kemampuan inovatif dan dapat memberikan dampak positif bagi perekonomian negara.
Understanding the Consumer: AI-Driven Predictive Analytics and the Transformation of Purchasing Behavior
Authors: Jama Iman
Published: October 2024

The digital era has revolutionized marketing from a product-centric to a customer-centric approach. Understanding consumer behavior is no longer an indulgence; it is a requirement. Artificial intelligence (AI), with its remarkable predictive analytics features, is a game-changing asset to companies. This article analyzes the implications of utilizing Artificial Intelligence Systems in predicting consumer behavior and its impact on business strategies. The method used in this study is an investigation of actual cases of firms that have effectively used this technology. Case studies were conducted on several companies that have successfully implemented this technology to understand the context of their implementation and the benefits they derived. This paper also addresses the benefits and drawbacks of AI for consumer behavior prediction and ways to overcome these obstacles. Results revealed that implementing AI Technology in forecasting customer behavior can significantly improve product individualization, enhance marketing tactics, and provide profound insights into consumer preferences. While AI's potential in marketing is evident, it's crucial to emphasize the need for more study to fully comprehend its long-term implications on consumer psychology and establish safeguards against biased algorithms.
Impact of Influencer Attractiveness, Credibility on Parasocial Interaction, Purchase Intentions: Moderating Congruence
Authors: Annisa Zahrah , Eden Ariella Shanon , Rahman Fathony , Prasetya Prita
Published: October 2024

The increasingly widespread use of social media has risen up new careers as social media influencers. Interestingly, influencers are now creating their own product lines, branded under their own names or extensions, known as influencer-branded products. This research aims to examine the influence of an influencer's credibility and attractiveness on parasocial interaction, as well as to determine the effect of parasocial interaction on the intention to purchase influencer-branded products. Additionally, this study aims to test the moderating influence of congruence between consumers and influencers, influencers and products, and products and consumers in the relationship between parasocial interaction and purchase intention. This research is conducted using quantitative method through an online survey of 227 respondents, with Mother of Pearl, an influencer-branded product by Tasya Farasya as the object of study. Data is processed using IBM SPSS and SEM AMOS. The results of the study indicate that all variables positively correlate with each other, except for influencer expertise, which negatively affects parasocial interaction, and the moderation effects of consumer-product congruency and influencer-product congruency, which do not significantly impact purchase intention. These findings have implications for influencers as business practitioners, suggesting that they should focus on creating content that highlights their attractiveness and trustworthiness while minimizing content that overly emphasizes their expertise. Furthermore, based on the results of the fit moderation, business practitioners need to enhance the influencer's self-branding, as only the fit between the consumer and the influencer significantly moderates and strengthens the effect on purchase intention