bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Total Hip Arthroplasty in Children
Authors: van Kouswijk H.W. , Gademan M.G.J. , Nelissen R.G.H.H. , de Witte P.B.
Published: February 2025

Background:

Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is rarely performed in pediatric patients and can be challenging in children because of smaller-sized joints, pathomorphological changes around the hip, residual growth, and higher physical demands. Literature on THA outcomes in this unique population is scarce. We aimed to describe characteristics of pediatric patients who underwent THA, 5- and 10-year implant survival, risk factors for revision, and results of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) in a large national cohort.

Methods:

Primary THAs (from 2007 through 2022) in pediatric patients (11 to 18 years of age) for non-oncological indications were extracted from the Dutch Arthroplasty Register (LROI). Implant survival was assessed using Kaplan-Meier survival analyses. Functional, quality-of-life, and pain-related PROM scores were described preoperatively and at 3 and 12 months postoperatively and compared using paired t tests.

Results:

We included 283 THAs (161 [57%] in female patients) performed in 253 patients. The mean age at surgery (and standard deviation) was 16 ± 1.6 years. The most common indications were osteonecrosis (90 [32%] of the THA procedures), dysplasia (82 [29%]), and osteoarthritis (54 [19%]). The median follow-up was 7 years (range, 2 to 16 years). Fourteen (6% of 234) THAs were revised. The 5- and 10-year cumulative survival rates were 95% (95% confidence interval [CI], 91% to 97%) and 91% (95% CI, 84% to 95%), respectively. There was an insufficient number of events to allow for statistical analyses of potential risk factors for revision. All PROMs had improved significantly at 12 months postoperatively versus preoperatively (p < 0.001).

Conclusions:

This study, the largest to date on THA in children (≤18 years of age), showed good short- and mid-term THA survival, approaching that among adults. Combined with the positive PROM results, THA appears to be an effective and satisfactory intervention in cases of debilitating pediatric hip disease. Further studies should focus on long-term survival and risk factors for implant failure.

Level of Evidence:

Therapeutic Level III. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
Reciprocal interactions between CA1 pyramidal and axo-axonic cells control sharp wave-ripple events
Authors: English Daniel , Gilbert Earl , Klaver Lianne , Arndt Kaiser , Kim Jongwoon , Jia Xiaoting , Mckenzie Sam
Published: February 2025

Diverse sources of inhibition serve to modulate circuits and control cell assembly spiking across various timescales. For example, in hippocampus area CA1 the competition between inhibition and excitation organizes spike timing of pyramidal cells (PYR) in network events, including sharp wave-ripples (SPW-R). Specific cellular-synaptic sources of inhibition in SPW-R remain unclear, as there are > 20 types of GABAergic interneurons in CA1. Axo-axonic cells (AAC) are defined by their synaptic targeting of the axon initial segment of pyramidal cells, potently controlling spike output. The impact of AAC activity on SPW-R is controversial, due mainly to ambiguity of AAC identification. Here we monitored and manipulated opto-tagged AACs in behaving mice using silicon probe recordings. We found a large variability of AAC neurons, varying from enhanced to suppressed spiking during SPW-Rs, in contrast to the near-uniform excitation of other parvalbumin-expressing interneurons. AACs received convergent monosynaptic inputs from local pyramidal cell assemblies, which strongly influenced their participation in SPW-Rs. Optogenetic silencing of AACs increased power and duration of SPW-Rs, recruiting a greater number of PYR, suggesting AACs control SPW-R dynamics. We hypothesize that lateral inhibition by reciprocal PYR-AAC interactions thus supports the organization of cell assemblies in SPW-R.
Band-gap-tunable carbon quantum dots for surface-enhanced Raman scattering
Authors: Liu Zhiming
Published: February 2025

Carbon quantum dots (CQDs) with photoluminescence properties have been widely recognized, however, their inherent surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) activity is rare reported. Herein, we propose a type of band-gap-tunable CQDs derived from metal-phenolic network (MPN) that exhibits excellent SERS performance. MPN-CQDs may be the ideal nonmetallic SERS substrates to accurately elucidate the chemical mechanism (CM) due to their simply controllable bandgap structure. By screening the doped metal elements of MPN, MPN-CQDs can realize the optimal SERS effect with the maximum Raman enhancement factor of 5.5×104, also exhibit outstanding SERS reproducibility and stability. We then systematically disclose the interfacial photo-induced charge transfer process and corresponding migration pathways between band-gap-tunable MPN-CQDs and analyte. This class of nonmetallic SERS substrates is finally applied for detection of hemoglobin with high sensitivity; further combined with machine learning algorithm, we have successfully achieved precise identification of the heterogeneity of hemoglobin. This is the first evidence for the tunable SERS performance in CQDs, which also offers the facile avenue for in-depth understanding of CM in nonmetallic materials.
Soft Tissue Reconstruction of hip muscles in 20-year-old child with neglected hip dislocation – A rare case report
Authors: Bajaj Manthan , Ramteke Swapnil , Zade Amisha
Published: February 2025

In young children, a little trauma can cause a hip dislocation; in adolescents, a more severe trauma requires more energy to drive a full hip dislocation. Adolescents might encounter transient hip dislocation with spontaneous but partial reduction, which can be a diagnostic snare.
A hip dislocation is regarded as "neglected" if it is not mitigated within 72 hours. This case study features a 20-year-old female patient who presented with a right hip deformity, pain, and trouble walking for 20 days. She had a history of fall while doing household chores. The X-ray revealed hip dislocation. The patient was diagnosed with neglected hip dislocation. The patient underwent an operation which included soft tissue reconstruction of the hip. The intricacy of neglected hip dislocations makes them challenging to treat. They are often treated surgically, and after surgery, prompt physiotherapy care is needed. Deep vein thrombosis, atrophy, discomfort, stiffness, and decreased muscle strength are among the postoperative consequences. On the 3rd postoperative day after surgery, we started administering physical therapy. The role we played in this instance was to provide postoperative physiotherapeutic intervention. During clinical evaluation, the range of motion and muscle strength of the right lower limb had decreased. As outcome measures, we employed the Numerical Pain Rating Scale, Range of Motion, Manual Muscle Testing, and Lower Extremity Functional Scale. Scores from the pre-and post-outcome measure comparison show substantial improvements.
A New Technology System to Support Occupational Activity and Mobility in People with Severe-to-Profound Intellectual Disability and Blindness
Authors: Lancioni Giulio E. , Alberti Gloria , Filippini Chiara , Singh Nirbhay N. , O’Reilly Mark F. , Sigafoos Jeff , Buono Serafino
Published: February 2025

People with severe-to-profound intellectual disability and blindness tend to be sedentary and detached, given their orientation and mobility problems, often combined with their limited interest in their surroundings. An approach to address this problem may involve the use of technology systems guiding the participants through mobility and occupational activity (object use) with a combination of spatial/orientation cues, basic instructions for the responses required by the activity, and positive stimulation during the activity. This study extended the above-mentioned approach using a new technology system that entailed a barcode reader, a series of barcodes, a smartphone, mini speakers, and a special application controlling the presentation of orientation cues and response instructions. Six participants were involved in the study. They were (a) guided (through orientation cues and instructions) to take objects from three different desks in a large room and deposit those objects into the carton of a fourth desk available in the same room, and (b) provided with a brief period of preferred stimulation for each object deposited in the carton. The results showed that the participants were generally unable to collect, transport, and deposit objects during the baseline phase (i.e., when the technology system was unavailable). During the intervention phase (with the support of the technology system), they managed to collect, transport, and deposit a mean of about 10 to 18 objects per session. Sessions lasted about 25 minutes. These results suggest that the technology system might be a valuable resource to help people with severe-to-profound intellectual disabilities and blindness manage mobility and occupational activity.
Relative Preference for In-Person, Telehealth, Digital, and Pharmacologic Mental Health Care After the COVID-19 Pandemic: Cross-Sectional Questionnaire Study
Authors: Parsons E Marie , Figueroa Zoë G , Hiserodt Michele , Cornelius Talea , Otto Michael W
Published: February 2025

Background

Most adults and children in the United States fail to receive timely care for mental health symptoms, with even worse rates of care access for individuals who belong to racial and ethnic minority groups. Digital (ie, app-based) care has proven to be an efficacious and empirically supported treatment option with the potential to address low rates of care and reduce care disparities, yet little is known about the relative preference for such treatment. Furthermore, the rapid adoption of telehealth care during the COVID-19 pandemic may have shifted care preferences.

Objective

This study aimed to examine relative treatment preferences for 4 different types of mental health care: in-person psychological care, telehealth psychological care, digital treatment, or pharmacologic care. Care preferences were also examined relative to potential predictors of care use (ie, gender, race, age, stigma, discrimination, and level of shame).

Methods

In this cross-sectional online survey study of adults (N=237, mean age 35 years, range 19-68 years), we ranked 4 mental health care modalities based on care preference: (1) in-person care, (2) telehealth care, (3) digital care, and (4) pharmacologic care. Preference for treatment modality was assessed based on vignette presentation for generalized anxiety disorder and insomnia. In addition, participants completed self-report questionnaires for demographics, symptom severity, and psychological and stigma-related variables.

Results

We found no difference in overall preference for in-person versus both telehealth and digital care. For both generalized anxiety disorder and insomnia, participants preferred in-person care to telehealth care, although this finding was attenuated amongst older participants for insomnia treatment. Participants’ depressed mood was associated with a greater relative preference for pharmacologic care. There was no evidence of differential preference for digital care according to demographics, symptom severity, or psychological and stigma-related variables.

Conclusions

These results indicate that digital care now competes well in terms of treatment preference with in-person, telehealth, and pharmacologic treatment options.
The Role of Patronage in Shaping Indonesia's Political Landscape
Authors: Annisa Silvia , Situmorang Bonar
Published: February 2025

This article presents a systematic literature review on the role of patronage in shaping Indonesia's political landscape. Using a systematic literature review approach, the article analyzes 30 selected articles out of a total of 250 articles that underwent identification and screening processes. The main focus of this review is to explore how political patronage influences power structures, political participation, and the dynamics of relations between political elites and the public in Indonesia.  Drawing on Michel Foucault's theory of power and knowledge, the article explores how patronage not only functions as a tool for distributing resources but also plays a crucial role in the construction and dissemination of political knowledge. According to Foucault, power is not just imposed from above but operates through networks of relationships, shaping the way knowledge is produced and legitimized. Patronage systems produce specific truths that validate the power structures and create a discourse that legitimizes inequality and exclusion. The findings suggest that patronage remains an essential tool in political mobilization, influencing both the distribution of resources and the strengthening of social and political networks. However, the complexity of patronage also poses challenges for the development of an inclusive and transparent democracy. This article provides a deeper understanding of the influence of patronage in Indonesian politics, offering insights for the development of more just and sustainable political policies, while reflecting on Foucault’s ideas about how knowledge and power intertwine to shape political realities.
Solo Vandanov's Historical Works in the Buryat Written Sources Parallel Corpus
Authors:   Institute for Mongolian, Buddhist and Tibetan Studies of the Siberian Branch of the RAS, Ayusheeva Marina V.
Published: February 2025

Introduction. The introduction of digital technologies in the presentation of texts in the Old Mongolian script and the demand for machine translation actua­lize the creation of a parallel corpus of Buryat written sources in the Mongolian script. Within the framework of the Russian Science Foundation project “Parallel Corpus of Buryat Written Sources in the Mongolian Script: Towards Machine Translation”, a genre selection of sources, their transliteration and translation into Russian, meta-marking was carried out. The purpose of the article is to analyze and introduce into scientific circulation the written heritage of Solo Vandanov and to consider the problems of translation and meta-marking of the text using his works as an example. Materials and methods. The work is based on the developments of the authors of the diachronic corpus of the Buryat language, the National Corpus of the Buryat Language, with the help of which materials from the collections of the Center for Oriental Manuscripts and Xylographs were presented, in particular, the historical narrative of Solo Vandanov “Journey to Beijing”. Results. The article provides a source study characteristic of the creative heritage of Solo Vandanov and provides his biographical data. It is noted that the author’s essay “A Trip to Beijing” is a valuable source, written in the genre of walking. In its descriptive style and organization of the text, it differs from the compiled history of Buddhism in India, Tibet and Mongolia. The analysis of Solo Vandanov’s travel notes made it possible to identify the features of sentence construction, the presence of complex-compound constructions. Conclusions. The works of Solo Vandanov convey the regional features of the written culture of the Buryats, and his travel notes are an original monument of the genre of travels in the old written Mongolian language. It is noted that the compilation nature of the presentation influenced the organization of the text and the construction of sentences. The materials of Solo Vandanov are of great scientific significance for characterizing the written heritage of the Buryats, stylistic and linguistic features.
The Techniques of Influencing the Addressee in the Business Letters of Khan Ayuka on “Todo Bichig” (“Clear Letter”) and their Reflection in the Synchronized Russian Translations of the 17th–18th Centuries. Part 1
Authors:   Kalmyk Scientific Center of the RAS, Yarmarkina Galina M.
Published: February 2025

Introduction. Business letters addressed by the Kalmyk Khan (before 1690, Taisha) Ayuka (1642–1724), written in todo bichig (“clear letter”), are polythematic multifunctional texts that implement, among other things, informative and influencing functions. Since the influencing function is realized primarily in motives of varying degrees of categoricality (request, order, etc.) and tactics accompanying imperative subgenres, the purpose of this work is to identify imperative subgenres and other tactics of speech influence on the addressee in business letters to todo bichig, to analyze the ways and means of expressing the identified influencing techniques, as well as their comparison with simultaneous translations of letters into Russian. Materials and methods. The source of the material was the letters of Taisha (Khan) Ayuka, sent to representatives of the central and regional Russian authorities from 1665 to 1714, and their simultaneous translations into Russian, stored in the collections of the Russian State Archive of Ancient Acts and the National Archive of the Republic of Kalmykia. For this work, only those letters from the specified period have been selected that have preserved a synchronized translation into Russian. Results. The tactics of explaining the reasons for the request, providing a preliminary description of the situation, and reminding of mutual obligations are typical of Ayuka’s business letters. These tactics are preserved in synchronized Russian translations, although the actual request or other type of motivation may be conveyed not by imperative constructions, but by synonymous ones characteristic of the design of indirect speech. The addressee factor is important, as well as the process of establishing the norms of Russian office work. The choice of language means in synchronized translation could also depend on an oral conversation with the envoy of Khan Ayuka, since in some cases synchronized translations of letters contain additions in the legal context of the request, representing additional means of influencing the addressee.
The Horde Branch of the Astrakhan Chamber of State Properties in the light of the Study of Special Rights of Zaisangs
Authors:   Kalmyk Scientific Center of the RAS, Mandzhikova Larisa B.
Published: February 2025

Introduction. The “Regulation on the Administration of the Kalmyk People” dated April 23, 1847 established the Horde branch of the Astrakhan Chamber of State Properties, settled the issues of administrating the Kalmyk people, including special rights of Noyons, Zaisangs and Lamas. In the course of the activity of the Horde department, the documents containing the information on the change of the legal status of Zaisangs, their place in the state structure of the Kalmyk steppe during the period of administrative reform were created. The purpose of the study is to study the four archival documents of the I—6 “Horde Branch of the Astrakhan Chamber of State Properties” fund containing information about zaisangs, to analyze the specific composition of the documents, their functional purpose and to source potential in studying the integration of the Kalmyk society into the all-Russian state system in the second half of the 19th century. Results. The study of the composition and content of the archival documents created during the period of the Horde branch activity of the Astrakhan Chamber of State Properties made it possible to identify and introduce into scientific circulation the new types of documents introduced into the clerical process of the Kalmyk people’s governing body, to trace the order of approval in the rank of so called generic Zaisangs as well as Kalmyk commoners who achieved success in the period after the adoption of the Regulations of 1847.
ИССЛЕДОВАНИЕ И РАЗРАБОТКА НАНОСТРУКТУРНОГО МАГНИЕВОГО СПЛАВА Mg-1%Zn-0.06%Ca ДЛЯ МЕДИЦИНСКОГО ПРИМЕНЕНИЯ
Authors: Боткин А.В. , Волкова Е.П. , Худододова Г.Д. , Кулясова О.Б. , Исламгалиев Р.К. , Валиев Р.З.
Published: February 2025

Биоразлагаемые и биосовместимые материалы из магниевых сплавов являются перспективными для применения в медицине и в настоящее время являются объектом активных исследований. В данной работе представлены результаты использования комбинированной термомеханической обработки, включающей в себя равноканальное угловое прессование (РКУП) и последующую экструзию для получения длинномерных прутков из магниевого сплава Mg-1%Zn-0.06%Ca с ультрамелкозернистой структурой и повышенными механическими свойствами. С помощью проведенного компьютерного моделирования определены термомеханические условия: интервалы скоростей деформации, степени деформации и напряженно-деформированного состояния при РКУП и экструзии. Выполнено экспериментальное деформирование, исследована структура прутков, полученных комбинированной обработкой. Показано, что комбинированная обработка исходного гомогенизированного сплава, включающая РКУП и последующую экструзию, позволила сформировать УМЗ-структуру с размером зерна около 1 мкм и образование наноразмерных частиц, что обеспечило значительное повышение механических свойств сплава в прутках-заготовках, предназначенных для изготовления перспективных имплантатов в челюстно-лицевой хирургии.
The Role of Blockchain in Enhancing Cross-Border Transactions: A Comparative Study of Emerging and Developed Markets
Authors: Pathak Anuja
Published: February 2025

Cross-border transactions are critical to global trade and economic integration, yet traditional financial systems face
significant challenges, including high costs, lengthy processing times, lack of transparency, and security risks. This study
explores the role of blockchain in enhancing cross-border transactions, offering a comparative analysis between emerging and
developed markets. By leveraging decentralized ledger technology (DLT), smart contracts, and cryptographic security,
blockchain presents a transformative solution to address inefficiencies in international payments. Using a mixed-methods
research approach, this study analyses primary data from industry experts and financial institutions alongside secondary data
from regulatory reports, academic literature, and blockchain adoption case studies. Findings indicate that blockchain reduces
transaction times from multiple days to minutes, with transaction fees dropping from 10% to less than 2%. The technology also
enhances security by reducing fraud risks and eliminating chargeback disputes. However, blockchain adoption varies across
economies. Developed markets prioritize institutional integration and regulatory compliance, while emerging markets focus on
financial inclusion, remittances, and decentralized finance (DeFi) solutions. Despite its advantages, regulatory uncertainty,
scalability limitations, and cybersecurity concerns hinder widespread adoption. Moreover, the emergence of Central Bank Digital
Currencies (CBDCs) presents a competing framework for digital payments. This study concludes that blockchain has the
potential to revolutionize cross-border transactions, provided that regulatory harmonization, interoperability, and cybersecurity
risks are effectively managed. Future research should explore the impact of CBDCs, blockchain scalability, and privacy
regulations to ensure sustainable adoption in the global financial landscape.
YIELD AND TECHNOLOGICAL QUALITIES OF SPRING SOFT WHEAT GRAIN IN THE PRIMORSKIY KRAI
Authors:   Federal Scientific Center of Agrobiotechnology in the Far East Named after A. K. Chaika, Klykov Aleksei G. , Timoshinov Roman V. ,   Federal Scientific Center of Agrobiotechnology in the Far East Named after A. K. Chaika, Timoshinova Oksana A. ,   Federal Scientific Center of Agrobiotechnology in the Far East Named after A. K. Chaika, Bogdan Polina M. ,   Federal Scientific Center of Agrobiotechnology in the Far East Named after A. K. Chaika, Konovalova Inna V. ,   Federal Scientific Center of Agrobiotechnology in the Far East Named after A. K. Chaika
Published: February 2025

This work presents the results of competitive testing of promising varieties of spring soft
wheat in order to find out their technological and baking qualities in the climate of the Primorski Krai.
The studies were conducted in years 2017-2019 at the Federal Scientific Center for Agrobiotechnology in the Far East Named after A. K. Chaika Laboratory of Grain and Cereal Crops Breeding. Primorskaya 39, the recognized variety, was taken as a standard. When creating varieties of spring
wheat, winter forms were used as parent pairs, which single the following varieties out of ecological testing aimed at the yield and baking qualities: Kuma, Spartanka, Zimnitsa, Olimpia (National Grain
Center Named after P.P. Lukyanenko, the Krasnodar Territory), Don 95, Spartak (ARC Donskoy, the
Rostov Region). The varieties of competitive testing were assessed as to the crop yield and quality of
grain. The following varieties were noted for their crop yield (3,8 t/ha) and elements of productivity
(length of the ear, number of grains per ear, productive tilling capacity): Primorskaya 222 (Primorskaya 39 х Spartanka), and Primorskaya 235 (Primorskaya 50 x Kuma). High technological grain
qualities (vitreousness, 1st grade flour yield, glutinousness) were found in the varieties Primorskaya
219 (07-0012 х Spartak) and Primorskaya 239 (Olimpia x Ken Hong14). They were characterized by
an average flour yield from 57,8 to 66,5%, and by sedimentation index of 30-46 ml. The selected
spring soft wheat varieties Primorskaya 239 and Primorskaya 235 with high crop yield (3,6-3,8 t/ha)
and high baking qualities (4,3 points) were recommended for further selection studies.
ORGANIZATION OF A MOTHER PLANTATION OF AMERICAN CRANBERRY ON SHELTERED GROUND
Authors:   The Far-Eastern scientific-research institute of agriculture, Kuptsova Victoria A. ,   Institute of water and ecology problems
Published: February 2025

The article presents the results of work on the organization of a mother plantation of largefruited cranberry varieties and the first two years of its cultivation. Cranberry is of a great value in
human nutrition due to its high nutritional value and unique medicinal value. In addition, increasing
economic activity leads to a reduction in the area of natural berry fields, including cranberry. Under
these conditions, industrial cultivation of cranberries has not only commercial value, but also can
reduce the recreational load on natural ecosystems. The experience of plantation cultivation of cranberry in the United States, Canada, Germany, Sweden, Poland, and Belarus testifies to the high efficiency of its cultivation: yields on plantations are dozens or even hundreds of times higher than in
natural thickets. The research was carried out in years 2018-2019 on the sheltered ground at the Far East Research Institute of Agriculture of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Object of research: survival rate of cranberry planting material of Stevens, Ben Lear, McFarlin, and Pilgrim varieties. The
paper provides data on the survival rate and length of growth of shoots of these varieties. The survival
rate of Stevens variety’s cuttings with length of about 6 cm amounted to about 52% on average, and
the survival rate of longer (9-12 cm) cuttings of Ben Lear variety amounted to 65 %. In 3 months
after planting, the average growth of cranberry shoots of Stevens variety amounted to about 5 cm. As
for the Ben Lear variety, the growth in 1.5 months after planting averaged about 3 cm. According to
the growth of creeping shoots for the period May – September, 2019, the varieties were arranged in
descending order as follows: Ben Lear, Stevens, Pilgrim, McFarlin. The maximum average growth
of creeping shoots was noted in the Ben Lear variety 65±8 cm, and the minimum values were 46±3
cm in the McFarlin variety.
INFLUENCE OF DAYLIGHT DURATION ON SOYBEAN GROWTH, DEVELOPMENT AND PRODUCTIVITY
Authors:   All-Russian Research Institute of Soy, Sinegocskaya Valentina T. , Lyovina Anna N. ,   All-Russian Research Institute of Soy
Published: February 2025

Research objective: study of the reaction of early-season variety of soya when passing
phenological phases of growth and development; plant productivity under the influence of the duration of the daylight. Object of research: new early-season variety Sentyabrinka. Research conditions:
green-house, 3 periods of sowing. The duration of daylight up to 8 hours was set from the phase of
the 3rd triple leaf. Interchange of day and night periods took place 7 times in each variant during
vegetation. The control was provided by the plants that grew and developed in natural light. As a result of the research, it was found that soy plants with sowing date of May 23 showed the greatest
sensitivity to changes in the light conditions. The conditions of a short daylight (8 hours) accelerated
the passing of the main phases of development in plants of the precocious soybean variety. At the
same time flowering phase came earlier by 4 days, the ripening phase of beans – by 8 days, and the
full ripening of seeds – by 13 days as compared to the plants that bloomed in the natural photoperiod.
In soybean plants with a sowing date of June 3, the growing period was 85 days, due to a decrease in
the duration of interphase periods. Plants of the early-maturing variety Sentyabrinka were under the
most favorable natural light conditions at the time of sowing on May 28. Lighting conditions during
this period met the requirements for growth and development of plants of this variety, which led to
an increase in the height of plants, the number of beans and the weight of seeds from 1 plant, the
weight of 1000 seeds as compared to the plants of control variants of early and late sowing periods.
The maximum number of beans (20 pieces) was produced by the plants grown with natural light when
sown on May 28, the minimum (17 pieces), when sown on June 3.
FEATURES OF GROWING PEPPERMINT IN THE FAR EAST
Authors:   Far Eastern Federal University, Zhivchukov Aleksandr I. , Zhivchikova Raisa I. ,   Federal Scientific Center of Agrobiotechnology in the Far East Named after A. K. Chaika
Published: February 2025

The Far East has agro-climatic resources for the successful cultivation of peppermint in order
to obtain and process its own raw materials. The peculiarity of the soil and climate of the region requires
correction of traditional cultivation technology. The purpose of the work was to test varieties and introduce peppermint, improve the traditional technology of its cultivation in the Far East. The results of long-term field research conducted in 1992-2018 by the Primorsky research Institute and the Far Eastern
Federal University prove not only the possibility, but also the prospects of growing mint. Long-term
practical work has shown that the main feature of mint cultivation in the Far East is its annual culture.
Leaving a raw mint plantation for use in the second and subsequent years is impractical for the following
reasons. First, because of the weak overwintering (often to complete death) of plants that go into winter
in a satisfactory and good condition. Secondly, because of the rapid compaction of the soil, which inhibits the development of plants. Loosening of the soil in the rows is complicated by the surface location
of the rhizomes. Plants of the second year of life begin to grow in the spring earlier, but develop more
slowly than newly planted ones. As a result, the yield of raw materials per unit area is 15-25% lower.
Third, in the planting of mint, weeds quickly develop, which are difficult to fight with compacted soil.
Every year, the clogging progresses, which is facilitated by slow growth and thinning of landings after
overwintering. Fourth, the hardiness of varieties ceases to be a deterrent. This makes it possible to
choose varieties of different terms of raw ripeness and the best quality indicators. The proposed technology allows you to get a yield of mint green mass of 14-18 t/ha in the first mowing and 8-11 t/ha in
the second with high quality.
Evaluación de los niveles de selenio en peces de alto valor comercial en diversos ambientes acuáticos en el norte de Colombia
Authors: Padilla Ramírez Camila , Córdoba Tovar Leonomir , Marrugo-Negrete José Luís
Published: February 2025

Contextualización: el selenio (Se) es uno de los metaloides esenciales para el correcto funcionamiento de los organismos, y se encuentra ampliamente distribuido en la naturaleza. En concentraciones adecuadas es importante porque ayuda a mejorar el sistema reproductivo y fortalece el sistema inmunológico. En contraste, en elevadas concentraciones puede ejercer efectos adversos. Este papel dual que desempeña él Se hace que sea de especial interés para la comunidad científica.
Vacío de conocimiento: las altas concentraciones de Se en los ecosistemas acuáticos parece preocupar a la comunidad científica, debido a los impactos que pueden ocasionar en la salud humana y ecosistemas. Sin embargo, es poco lo que se conoce sobre su comportamiento en relación con sus concentraciones en peces de agua dulce.
Objetivo: evaluar concentraciones de Se en peces de alto valor comercial en diferentes ecosistemas acuáticos en el norte de Colombia, las cuales permitan sentar bases sobre los niveles de contaminación con este elemento.
Metodología: se analizaron las concentraciones de Se en tejido muscular de peces de alto valor comercial en seis sitios, incluidos embalses y ríos ubicados en cuatro departamentos en el norte de Colombia. Las muestras de pescado fueron obtenidas por compra directa a los pescadores locales de cada sitio. Las concentraciones fueron analizadas mediante espectrometría de fluorescencia atómica acoplada a generación de hidruros.
Resultados y conclusiones: un total de 309 muestras de peces fueron analizadas y estuvieron representadas por 28 especies. El 27% equivalentes a 84 individuos del total de los peces analizados superaron el valor límite (400 µg/kg/día) para el consumo humano sugerido por el Comité de Alimentación y Nutrición. Todas las muestras de las especies Brycon moorei, Roeboides dayi, Sorubim cuspicaudus, Plagioscion surinamensis y Pseudoplatystoma magdaleniatum superaron este valor. Los hallazgos de este estudio sugieren que la exposición a altas concentraciones de Se con el tiempo podría convertirse en un problema de salud pública y ambiental.
Social policy in Greece: The state regulations and the reasons behind the people’s satisfaction level
Authors: Chatzikonstantinidou Simela , Toumpalidou Soultana Anna , Drimpetas Evaggelos
Published: February 2025

The purpose of this article is to investigate the efficiency of social services provided at the regional level in Greece, not only from the point of view of the bodies planning social policy measures but also from the perspective of the population (Chatzikonstantinidou, 2023) The research effort is linked to the issues of implemented social policy measures, as relief measures for citizens. Through the use of statistical methods, an attempt is made to outline the profile of the citizens of the sample. This results in the creation of homogeneous groups that are mapped through the corresponding semantic pillars (Everitt, 1993). Having collected a representative and reliable sample, the researchers focused on the analytical and extensive investigation of the research questions (Chatzikonstantinidou, 2023). The research findings demonstrate that there are citizens who in the past would not come to social services for the problems they face, citizens who are motivated to increase their personal skills and expand their abilities, as well as citizens who will “give back” to society for help that they received. This study raises questions about the way social policy is implemented in the country.
Music Therapy and Psychoneuroimmunological Markers in Children With Chronic Disease: A Systematic Review
Authors: Hasanah Idyatul , Lei Chui Ping , Haikal Zikrul , Sari Apriani Susmita , Soares Domingos , Prihatin Kurniati
Published: February 2025

Stress conditions in children with chronic disease affect psychoneuroimmunological markers. One of the mind-body modalities commonly used in pediatric chronic disease is music therapy. This systematic aim was evaluating the effect of music therapy on psychoneuroimmunological markers among children with chronic disease. Articles published between March 31, 2014, and April 1, 2023, were retrieved from five databases: Scopus, PubMed, Web of Science, EBSCOhost, and ProQuest. Rayyan, an AI-powered tool for systematic literature reviews, facilitated paper selection. Studies were screened based on pre-defined inclusion and exclusion criteria. The PRISMA checklist guided selection, and the JBI Critical Appraisal for quality assessment. Data analysis employed a descriptive approach. A total of 15 articles published between 2014 and 2023 were included in this review. 10 (66,7%) of 15 studies assessed the effectiveness of music therapy on psychological and physiological responses. Meanwhile, five (33,3%) studies assessed the effectiveness of music therapy on neuroimmunological markers. Among the five studies, one did not exhibit a statistically significant impact. In contrast, the remaining four studies displayed a significant impact of music therapy on neuroimmunological markers. The most studies assessed the impact of music therapy on psychological and physiological responses, but only a small proportion assessed the effectiveness of music therapy on neuroimmunological markers. Music therapy can be considered a safe and generally well-accepted intervention in pediatric health care to manage psychoneuroimmunological markers.
Study on L1 Use in English Classroom: Perception and Practice
Authors: Marsella Elisabeth
Published: February 2025

The use of L1 in language learning has become a debate for years. The opponents of L1 use argue that the use of first language (L1) may deprive the exposure of the target language (L2) that will affect learners L2 acquisition. As the consequence, learners must use L2 all the time for learning. However, the proponents say that there is not any evidence showing the use of exclusive L2 makes learners get higher achievement. Instead, the L1 enables learners to notice L2 features, to clear up misunderstanding, to learn vocabulary and grammar faster and to memorize the language. There have been a lot of studies conducted to see the perception of teachers and students on the use of L1 and the practice of L1 use in the classroom. However, few discuss the teacher and student interaction in the framework of IRF (initiation-response-follow up) exchange and Conversation Analysis. The teachers thought that the use of L2 should be used maximally, while students preferred combining L1 and L2 for learning. In the practice, L1 was still constantly used by teachers and students. Teachers usually used L1 for knowledge building and managing classes, while students used L1 for all aspects of learning.
Exploring The BTS ARMY Fandom: A Comprehensive Review
Authors: Wira Saputri Kadek Pradnyasari , Lammertz Sina
Published: February 2025

This comprehensive review explores the BTS ARMY fandom within the context of globalization and technological advancements. As societies increasingly interact across cultural boundaries, the emergence of South Korean culture, particularly represented by BTS, has become a significant phenomenon. Through a qualitative desk research approach, utilizing secondary data analysis of existing literature, this study delves into the nature of fandoms, specifically focusing on the ARMY community. The objectives encompass understanding the importance of the topic, reviewing the state of the art and previous research, and elucidating the dynamics of ARMY fandom within the context of globalization. By examining existing studies and theories, this research seeks to provide insights into the characteristics and behaviors of ARMY fandom members. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of how technology and globalization shape contemporary fan cultures, with implications for broader social and cultural processes. This review underscores the significance of ARMY fandom as a global cultural phenomenon and highlights avenues for future research in fan studies.
Keywords: BTS, ARMY fandom, globalization, fan studies, social and cultural processes
Journal Review of Capitalism in European Soccer
Authors: Pradipta Juan , Wartuny Geffin
Published: February 2025

In the past few decades, the European football industry has become a major source of mass entertainment as well as a vibrant platform for capitalism. This essay offers a critical analysis of the ways in which capitalism has influenced the development of European football. This article investigates the economic, social, and cultural ramifications of capital's domination in professional football through a theoretical analysis and case study methodology. The development of football teams into multinational corporations under the ownership of oligarchs and international investors is covered in this examination. The morals and principles that guide the sport are also impacted by these structural modifications, in addition to the clubs' financial operations. This review also looks at how capitalism affects football's diversity and cultural identity, as well as how it affects the balance of competition between clubs. This analysis focuses on the moral dilemmas that arose from capitalism's hegemony in European football, including matters of financial disparity, the commodification of sportsmen, and the displacement of local communities by corporate interests. This review provides a deeper understanding of the complexities of the relationship between European football and capitalism by summarizing critical viewpoints from a range of angles. It also highlights viable alternatives for maintaining the integrity of a sport that is cherished by millions of fans worldwide.
Keywords: Football, industry, capitalism.
Integrating IoT and Artificial Intelligence for Sustainable Smart City Development: A Case Study Approach
Authors: Alwar Benedicto , Edgardo Hector , Faustino Edwardo
Published: February 2025

Rapid urbanization growth has intensified the demand for sustainable smart city solutions that optimize resource management, improve citizens’ quality of life, and reduce environmental impact. Integrating Internet of Things (IoT) technology with artificial intelligence (AI) offers transformative opportunities to address these challenges by enabling real-time data collection, analysis, and decision-making. This study explores the potential of integrating IoT with AI for sustainable smart city development, using a case study approach to examine its application in diverse urban domains, including energy management, transportation, waste management, and public safety. The research highlights innovative IoT-enabled systems such as smart grids, intelligent traffic control, predictive waste collection, and AI-driven surveillance, demonstrating their ability to improve efficiency and sustainability. Case studies from globally recognized smart cities such as Singapore, Barcelona, ​​and Copenhagen illustrate the benefits and challenges of adopting these technologies. Key findings reveal significant improvements in energy efficiency (up to 25%), reduced traffic congestion (up to 30%) and optimised waste management (up to 40%). However, challenges such as data privacy, interoperability and high implementation costs remain barriers to large-scale deployment. This study proposes a framework to address these issues, emphasizing collaborative governance, robust cybersecurity measures and scalable infrastructure design. The findings underline the transformative potential of integrating IoT and AI to achieve sustainable urban development, offering practical insights for policy makers, urban planners and technology developers. This research contributes to driving smart city initiatives by bridging technological innovation with sustainability goals, paving the way for more resilient and liveable urban environments.
Retrospection of Culture in Religion in The Islands of Nias, Banyak and Simeuleu
Authors: Al-Fairusy Muhajir , Taran Jovial Pally , Masuwd Mowafg Abrahem , Idria Reza , Hemay Idris , Amirudin Amirudin
Published: February 2025

This study focuses and emphasizes on the religious activities of islanders in Banyak Island, Simeulue and Nias. This research aims to find religious models and coexistence strategies in interfaith between island communities. These three islands are geographically close and inhabited by people with different religious identities. This research uses qualitative research with an ethnographic approach, data collection is done through in-depth interviews with informants who live on the three islands. The results showed that island communities have a collective ability to manage diversity to avoid conflict in the name of religion. Identity as an “island community” becomes social capital in interpreting collective identity. The open character of island communities is also a cultural capital that can suppress suspicion of different groups. However, the three island communities also have different characteristics in the religious moderation policy space. Nias Islands with a majority Christian population composition shows a fairly strong attitude of tolerance. The principle of kinship adopted by the Nias community serves to strengthen relations between religious communities. Simeulue Islands, whose majority population is Muslim, also shows a high level of tolerance by giving permission to build houses of worship for Christians who have just arrived in Simeulue in the last two decades. In the context of Pulau Banyak, where the majority of the population is Muslim, tolerance is only seen in the economic, market and fishing industry aspects. On the other hand, tolerance does not apply to permits to build houses of worship. This study also discusses the importance of the role of religious and social actors in strengthening community harmony on the three islands under study.
Religious Harmony Based on Spiritual and Intellectual Journey of René Guénon
Authors: Hinggis Yulafa , Fauzan Aris , Haji Abdul Karim Norhayati Binti
Published: February 2025

This article explores the intellectual and spiritual journey of René Guénon, who traversed the spiritual experiences of various religions in the world such as Catholicism, Hinduism, Taoism, and ended up in Islam. It seems that Guénon did not see the conversion of religion as a contradictory process, but rather as a continuous stage that enriched his search for the true truth. The position of this research is one of the testimonies of René Guénon's important role in developing religious harmony. Although many writings talk about religious harmony, the presence of René Guénon emphasizes ideas and works about the life of religious harmony. This article seeks to answer the question of the urgency of René Guénon’s spiritual and intellectual journey in crossing and upholding the essential values of the religion studied. This type of qualitative research focuses on library research, with a biographical approach. Furthermore, the sources in this study refer to direct works written by René Guénon and other authors who discuss René Guénon. The results of this study show that the essential values of each religion supported by spiritual and intellectual maturity are an important foundation for living a harmonious life between religious people.