bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Effects of tourniquet application on plasma viscosity measurements
Authors: Rosenson Robert S. , Tangney Christine C.
Published: December 2024

Reliable plasma viscosity measurements are required for cardiovascular risk factor assessment. This study was designed to examine the influence of tourniquet pressure and duration on plasma viscosity measurement with a coaxial cylinder at 37 ${}^\circ$ C. Plasma viscosity was evaluated at low (40 mm Hg) and high (mean arterial blood pressure plus 10 mm Hg) tourniquet pressure and at two time intervals following (0–1 and 4–5 min) of tourniquet application in 38 healthy adults.

Longer duration of tourniquet application was accompanied by a significant increase in plasma viscosity at both low (1.356 ${}\pm{}$ 0.067 mPa s versus 1.393 ${}\pm{}$ 0.067 mPa s ( $p= 0.0001$ )) and high (1.321 ${}\pm{}$ 0.071 mPa s versus 1.430 ${}\pm{}$ 0.086 mPa s ( $p= 0.0002$ )) tourniquet pressures. Plasma viscosity values were not influenced by the magnitude of tourniquet pressure. The accuracy of plasma viscosity measurements can be improved by sample acquisition within 1 min following tourniquet application.
Investigation of the processes of extraction of targeted silicon dioxide nanofractions by coagulation and electrocoagulation methods
Authors: Karlina A. I. , Kondrat'ev V. V. , Petrovskii A. A. , Nikolaev M. D.
Published: December 2024

The article presents the results of studies on the extraction of target nanofractions of amorphous silica from a chamber product after flotation using coagulation and electrocoagulation. The subject of research in this work is cyclone dust and sludge from the silicon production of JSC Kremniy, located in the Irkutsk region. The original cyclone dust contains 44.59% carbon and 52.55% silicon dioxide. The granulometric composition ranges from a micrometer to hundreds of micrometers. Studies performed on a JEOL JIB-Z4500 scanning electron microscope show that the particles consist of conglomerates of nanometer-sized silica particles. The material balance of dust flotation from silicon production cyclones is presented. As a result of flotation, a chamber product was obtained - a stable fine suspension (sol) enriched with SiO2 (pH = 8.74–8.36). The lifespan of sol is several months. Coagulants and flocculants have been proposed that ensure complete extraction of amorphous silica. The amounts of coagulants and flocculants that ensure this extraction have been established. Data on the flocculation of a chamber product coagulate with a C12H25SO4Na (SDS) solution at a concentration of 4 mmol/l, as well as a solution of Magnaflok at a concentration of 0.1 g/l are presented. To determine the charge, the suspension was treated with 10% solutions of sodium phosphate (Na3PO4) and aluminum sulfate (Al2(SO4)3). The dependence of the mass of the coagulate on the current density during electrocoagulation of a model chamber product on aluminum electrodes was obtained. It has been established that the mass of the cathode and anode decreases. It is shown that at a current density of 0.1 A/cm2 the greatest loss of electrode mass and the highest anodic current efficiency are observed (η = 2.242). The results of a study of the modification of gray cast iron with the obtained modifier are presented
Penerapan Teknik Stacking untuk Optimasi Deteksi Dini Anak Autis berbasis Support Vector Machine
Authors: Yulianti Yulianti , Desyani Teti , Mulyati Sri
Published: December 2024

Autisme tidak sulit dideteksi, tetapi membutuhkan banyak pembelajaran dan pelatihan bagi dokter untuk mendeteksinya. Saat ini ASD dideteksi dengan memahami perilaku dan aktivitas intelektual seorang anak. Diagnosis ini bisa subjektif, memakan waktu, tidak meyakinkan, tidak memberikan wawasan yang tepat tentang genetika dan tidak cocok untuk deteksi dini. Metode Pembelajaran Mesin (Machine Learning) dapat membuat perubahan yang relevan untuk mempercepat proses. Diketahui bahwa intervensi dini merupakan kunci untuk memperbaiki anak autis. Jelas mempercepat waktu diagnosis bahkan lebih penting dalam kasus Autisme. Teknologi big data dan pembelajaran mesin dapat membuat kemajuan besar untuk memprediksi dan mempercepat proses diagnosis dan pengobatan yang kompleks dan memakan waktu. Sistem pembelajaran mesin dapat dikembangkan untuk memanfaatkan sejumlah besar data kesehatan dan medis yang tersedia untuk pemodelan prediktif dan analisis prediktif. Dalam makalah ini, perbandingan dari beberapa teknik dan model pembelajaran mesin akan diuji dan dianalisis. Pada penelitian ini diusulkan penerapan teknik stacking untuk prediksi adanya ASD. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penerapan teknik stacking dapat meningkatkan kinerja model prediksi pada diagnosa ASD.
Sistem Informasi Administrasi (Si Admin) Unit Kegiatan Mahasiswa (UKM) Menggunakan Metode Extreme Programming
Authors: Yunita Ika Romadoni , Farikhatun Nofi , Ismiyati Ragilah , Setiawan Ito
Published: December 2024

Unit Kegiatan Mahasiswa (UKM) dalam administrasi data masih menggunakan google form dan manual dengan datang langsung ke ruangan kemahasiswaan seperti pengajuan proposal dan laporan kegiatan. Hal tersebut berdampak terhadap waktu proses administrasi menjadi lama, tingkat kesalahan tinggi, kerja kurang efektif. Data yang sulit disatukan dari form dan manual. Pihak Kemahasiswaan juga mengingkan semua administrasi data UKM bisa berbasis sistem agar dalam proses pencarian data lebih mudah dan terintergrasi satu sama lainya. Maka dari itu diperlukan semua sistem administrasi data bagi UKM agar permasalahan yang selama ini terjadi bisa terselesaikan. Tujuan dari pembuatan sistem informasi adminstrasi (SI ADMIN) adalah mempermudah pengurus UKM dalam berkegiatan dan menjalankan program kerja yang telah dibuat. Sistem ini nantinya akan terintergrasi dengan website utama kemahasiswaan yang didalamnya sudah terdapat beberapa bagian seperti tracer study alumni, tracer pengguna lulusan, info lowongan pekerjaan dan lainya. Tahapan dalam pengerjaan SI ADMIN menggunakan metode extrame programming. Sistem informasi administrasi telah berhasil dibuat sehingga permasalahan yang ada tentang pengelolaan administrasi UKM berhasil diselesaikan. Sistem ini juga sudah diujikan langsung oleh UKM dan kemahasiswaan sebagai admin. Berdasarkan uji yang dilakukan maka dapat disimpulkan bahwa skenario yang diujikan sesuai dengan hasil yang diharapan.
Implementasi Metode Prototyping pada Perancangan Sistem Pengaduan Kekerasan Siswa SMK Al-Huda Bumiayu
Authors: Waluyo Retno , Kusuma Bagus Adhi , Khasanah Fitrotul , Nugroho Rizki
Published: December 2024

Pendidikan adalah pondasi penting dalam membentuk karakter dan potensi para generasi muda. Beberapa masalah yang muncul di dunia pendidikan antara lain kasus kekerasan, bullying, perilaku tidak pantas, atau masalah lain yang mengganggu kenyamanan siswa di sekolah. SMK Al- Huda Bumiayu sebagai institusi pendidikan memiliki tanggung jawab moral dan hukum untuk melindungi siswa dari segala bentuk kekerasan, termasuk bullying dan perilaku tidak pantas. Penanganan selama ini apabila terjadi tindak kekerasan dapat menghubungi BK melalui whatshap maupun melalui kotak saran atau pengaduan siswa. Melalui kedua media tersebut muncul permasalahan mengenai data kejadian tindak kekerasan yang terjadi disekolah tidak terdata dengan baik karena sering sekali tidak dicatat pada buku dan fokus menyelesaikan permasahan yang ada, selain itu progres penanganan masalah juga tidak diketahui sehingga kepala sekolah tidak dapat mengambil kebijakan-kebijakan terkait penanganan kekerasan disekolah. Tujuan penelitian ini mengembangkan sistem pengaduan siswa berbasis web menggunakan metode prototyping untuk mempermudah pengaduan tindak kekerasan oleh siswa di lingkungan SMK Al-Huda Bumiayu. Hasil penelitian ini menyimpulkan bahwa metode prototyping dapat digunakan untuk membuat sistem pengaduan kekerasan pada siswa SMK Al-Huda Bumiayu dan membantu siswa melaporkan tindak kekerasan yang dialami maupun dilihatnya.
Enhancing Usability Testing Through Sentiment Analysis: A Comparative Study Using SVM, Naive Bayes, Decision Trees and Random Forest
Authors: Basri Hasan , Junianto Mochamad Bagoes Satria , Kusyadi Irpan
Published: December 2024

In the digital age, mobile applications have become an integral part of everyday life, making usability testing an essential factor in ensuring a seamless user experience. Traditional usability testing methods often demand considerable resources, including time and cost, which calls for more efficient and automated alternatives. This study explores the use of sentiment analysis as an innovative approach to evaluate the usability of mobile applications. By analyzing user reviews from the Google Play Store, the research compares the effectiveness of four machine learning algorithms—Support Vector Machine (SVM), Naive Bayes, Decision Tree, and Random Forest—in classifying sentiment and evaluating usability. A dataset consisting of 2,000 reviews from a banking app was collected and labeled based on usability criteria, such as efficiency, user satisfaction, learnability, memorability, and error rates. The feature extraction process utilized Term Frequency-Inverse Document Frequency (TF-IDF) to enhance the relevance of the review texts for sentiment analysis. The findings reveal that Random Forest achieved the highest accuracy (68.15%) and demonstrated the best performance in terms of F1 Score, precision, and recall, although it had the longest processing time. In contrast, Naive Bayes, while the fastest, showed lower accuracy and F1 Score, making it suitable for applications with large datasets or limited processing time. Decision Tree and SVM offered a balanced trade-off between speed and accuracy. The study concludes that Random Forest is the preferred choice when high accuracy and prediction performance are crucial, despite its longer processing time. Meanwhile, Naive Bayes is more appropriate for scenarios demanding rapid data processing, and SVM and Decision Tree are recommended when a balance between speed and accuracy is needed.
Analysis of Corneal Topography and Wavefront Aberrations after Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty
Authors: Doğanay Derya , Yelkovan Muhammed , Sariyeva Ismayilov Ayna
Published: December 2024

In this prospective, interventional study, the effect of upper eyelid blepharoplasty (UEB) surgery performed on dermatochalasis patients on the cornea was investigated by corneal topography, and its effect on visual function was investigated by examining visual acuity and corneal wavefront aberrations. Eighty eyelids of 40 patients were evaluated at least 1 month after surgery. No significant differences were found for visual acuity, flat keratometry, steep keratometry, average keratometry, topographic astigmatism, axis, central corneal thickness, and anterior chamber depth (p>0.05 for all). While preoperative anterior chamber volume (ACV) was 122.06±28.0 mm3, the postoperative ACV was 126.23±28.80 mm3 (p=0.045). Root mean square-higher-order aberrations for total corneal surface (RMS-HOAs) in a 6-mm optical zone decreased significantly from 0.331±0.115 μm to 0.255±0.106 μm (p
Poemas escollidos de Papagaio
Authors: Villalta Luísa , Longueira Maribel , Kumar Singh Vikash
Published: December 2024

A celebración do Día das Letras Galegas deixa abertas de par en par unha morea de xanelas para se asomar en diante á obra de Luísa Villalta. Esta edición dixital constitúe unha nova porta a través da cal algúns dos seus poemas máis significativos se achegan á unha comunidade de falantes de máis de 600 millóns de persoas. Vikash Kumar Singh asina a tradución ao hindi de oito composicións de Papagaio, alfaia da literatura galega de comezos deste século que Villalta e a fotógrafa Maribel Longueira crearon xuntas arredor do derrubamento do barrio da prostitución da Coruña. Palabras e imaxes dialogan nun proxecto artístico e de denuncia da violencia machista, desta volta tamén noutra voz, noutra sonoridade.
ОГЛЯД КІЛЬКІСНИХ МЕТОДІВ ОЦІНКИ РИЗИКІВ ЗОВНІШНЬОЕКОНОМІЧНОЇ ДІЯЛЬНОСТІ
Authors: Грицай Ольга , Дефір Ігор , Козак Олег
Published: December 2024

У статті наведена характеристика методів оцінки ризиків зовнішньоекономічної діяльності підприємства. Розкрито особливості кількісних методів оцінки ризиків зовнішньоекономічної діяльності, які найчастіше зустрічаються у публікаціях вітчизняних вчених. Досліджено застосування методів оцінки ризиків зовнішньоекономічної діяльності на основі інформації, отриманої з облікових джерел, зокрема, удосконалення методу аналізу доцільності витрат. Наведено критерії, які дозволяють співвіднести область можливого фінансового стану підприємства зі ступенем ризику при застосуванні цього методу. Основним критерієм визначено перевищення рівня можливих втрат потенційного прибутку або доходу, які підприємство отримуватиме в процесі власної діяльності. Представлено алгоритм розрахунку параметрів рівня втрат у методі аналізу доцільності витрат з використанням даних фінансової звітності.
СОЦІАЛЬНО-ТРУДОВИЙ ВИМІР ЕКОНОМІКИ ПЛАТФОРМ
Authors: Колот Анатолій , Рябоконь Іван , Бабій Юлія
Published: December 2024

Розкрито новітні грані економіки платформ як інституційного простору та домінанти формування платформової зайнятості. Висвітлено авторський концепт соціально-трудового виміру економіки платформ та зайнятості на цифрових платформах. Доведено, що економіка платформ залишається сферою економічної діяльності з високим рівнем прихованих трудових відносин і незадекларованої зайнятості. Висвітлено проблеми соціального захисту та правової підтримки зайнятих на цифрових платформах. Аргументовано необхідність посилення нормативно-правового регулювання соціально-трудових відносин зайнятості за нової нормальності. Окремо розглянуто наявний стан і перспективи міжнародно-правового урегулювання відносин зайнятості на цифрових платформах. Отримали наукову інтерпретацію подальші розвідки в царині соціально-трудового виміру платформової економіки та підвищення якості зайнятості на цифрових платформах.
Mechanical Response and Failure Analysis of Stainless-Steel Beams Exposed to Elevated Temperatures
Authors: Hazizan Nur Afiqah , Ahmad Zakwan Fariz Aswan , Ismail Ruqayyah
Published: December 2024

This research investigates the structural behaviour of stainless-steel beams (SSBs) when subjected to extreme temperatures, specifically in the context of fire-induced deformations. High temperatures, typical of fire occurrences, exert large thermal loads on SSBs, leading in material property changes that make the metal more brittle, stiffer, and brittle. The objective of this study is to investigate extensively the behaviour of SSBs under the combined impact of heat transfer and applied loads, with a focus on substantial deflections. To completely assess the performance of SSBs, we undertake parametric investigations and systematic research efforts. The initial phase comprises a thorough review of relevant data about the behaviour of SSBs at increased temperatures. Afterwards, a parametric study of the web section is conducted to determine the performance of the SSBs under exposure to fire and applied stresses. In order to ease the numerical research, the finite element (FE) program ABAQUS CAE is used to simulate stainless steel I-section beams of varying diameters subjected to realistic fire conditions according to the ISO 834 standard fire curve. The average discrepancy between numerical forecasts and experimental data for six separate models about the final temperature readings is 2.74 percent. Prior to actual collapse, the axial displacement of the SSBs decreases by around 7.5%, showing significant temperature influences on their strength. In addition, the axial deformation of the SSBs exhibits greater displacements in the web portion than in the flange section following fire exposure and loading. This discovery highlights the need to take into account the unique thermal expansion and stiffness characteristics of the web and flange components during fire occurrences. Utilising the finite element approach in ABAQUS reveals the resistance of SSBs to increased temperatures. The findings highlight the potential advantages of using stronger SSBs to maximise the structural response under fire conditions. This study gives useful insights into the thermal behaviour of SSBs and has important implications for building fire-resistant structures, boosting the fire safety of constructions, and enhancing their resistance against fire risks.
Is the role attributed to value congruence in transformational leadership theory a case of missing the forest for the trees? An exploratory study
Authors: Sonier René-Pierre , Lajoie Denis
Published: December 2024

Value congruence between followers and leaders is considered to be a keystone of transformational leadership. However, we do not know whether congruence is important regardless of the content of values, of the leadership behavior assessed, and whether the patterns are stable across leaders. To address these gaps, we recruited a sample of 300 participants, representative of the U.S. population in terms of age, sex, and race, five days before the 2020 U.S. presidential elections. Participants assessed their own values as well as the values and transformational leadership of two presidential candidates. We explored the relationships between variables through multiple specifications of polynomial regressions and lasso regressions. Our results do not suggest that value congruence is particularly importantly related to transformational leadership; however, they do point to an important contribution by perceived leader benevolence. Based on these results, we conclude that the focus on value congruence in the leadership literature might be a case of missing the forest for the trees.
Selecting indicators to track progress towards the Global Biodiversity Framework: A case study of Quebec's 2030 Nature Plan
Authors: Hébert Katherine , Acevedo Dagoberto , Cameron Victor , Courant Sabrina , Daguet Caroline , Gonzalez Andrew , Gravel Dominique , Huot Jean , Jousse Maximiliane , Juhasz Claire-Cécile , Lévesque Camille , Serrano Janaína , Simard Anouk , Pollock Laura
Published: December 2024

Selecting biodiversity indicators to report national and subnational progress towards the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) is a major challenge, one made even more urgent by the fast approaching 2030 targets. To efficiently identify appropriate indicators, the selection process must be streamlined, while remaining transparent, effective, and with the active engagement of stakeholders from the academic, public, and private sectors. We present guidelines for the selection of biodiversity indicators to track progress towards 2030 targets in the context of the GBF, with a case study of the province-level indicator recommendation process for Quebec’s 2030 Nature Plan. We outline six steps to develop a shortlist of indicators that are relevant to targets, fulfill minimum criteria of scientific quality given the province’s available biodiversity data, and practical to inform decisions and on-the-ground conservation actions. We present the rationale and outcomes of this selection process, culminating in the 15 biodiversity indicators that we recommended for Quebec’s 2030 Nature Plan. Going forward, we recommend continuing to build trust across sectors, developing communication guidelines to standardize indicator reporting, and testing indicator performance at national and subnational scales. Overall, this case study demonstrates that with active engagement and cooperation, we can rapidly rise to the challenge of identifying the indicators we need to track and report biodiversity change.
Experimental investigations into fold cracking of double coated barrier dispersion coatings
Authors: PRESTON JANET , BUTLER-LEE GAVIN , NUTBEEM CHRIS , DISBERRY CHRIS
Published: December 2024

The trend for replacing single-use plastics with fiber-based barrier coated board packaging has prompted a significant amount of research. There are many proposed ways of providing suitable packaging for applications like food service. Among these are dispersion coated barriers on board, as well as laminated boards that can be produced using conventional polyethylene (PE) or new biodegradable plastics. Minerals have also been shown to be suitable additives to these coatings for improving barrier performance through surface chemistry and by increasing the tortuosity of the pathway through the barrier layer. They also improve the cost effectiveness of the layer by lowering the material cost and raising the solids content, and by improving hold out of the functional layers, leading to a reduction in the amount of barrier coating needed to meet a given performance requirement. Minerals can also aid in the barrier handling in terms of rheology and reduced “stickiness,” as well as blocking of the films. When incorporated as fillers into extruded films, improved adhesion of the film to the board has been reported. One of the remaining challenges is the potential for cracking at the fold during converting and the loss of barrier performance that this can lead to. In this work, we systematically looked at the impact of mineral type and level in a dispersion coating. We assessed the differences in performance resulting from different coating application methods for the precoat layer by looking at the cracking tendency and loss of barrier functionality after folding for both the precoat alone and the final double coated sheets. Barrier results include moisture vapor transmission rate (MVTR), viscous vegetable oil, and the fluid blue stain in industrial methylated spirits (IMS) and Cobb water absorption, both before and after folding.
Application possibilities of logistics simulation and AI in the case of intermodal terminals
Authors: Kováts Péter , Skapinyecz Róbert , Tamás Péter
Published: December 2024

The paper addresses the fundamental operations and services of intermodal logistics terminals from the ground up. The information collection was primarily based on site visits to several companies, one of which was East-West Intermodal Logistics Service Ltd., and the other was ZÁHONY-PORT Ltd. (Záhony-Logistics and Load Handling Servicing Company). The process continued with data collection, where local leaders and managers provided information through PowerPoint documents and site tours. The entire information gathering process started with the understanding of the main details of the companies, followed by the site visits, and finally, the acquisition of the requested information. The next step was the processing of the collected information, of which the article only describes the analysed results. The application possibilities of AI are closely related to digitization and data collection. Without data, AI cannot be trained for the given task. To increase the available information, we can also use simulation methods (for generating so-called synthetic data), allowing us to introduce artificial intelligence in a relatively new field in a short time.
The Influence of Procurement Logistics Strategy on Organizational Hierarchies: Strategic, Tactical, and Operational Perspectives
Authors: Bányai Ágota
Published: December 2024

This article discusses the impact of key procurement logistics tasks on strategic, tactical, and operational levels within organizations. Procurement activities such as supplier selection, make-or-buy decisions, and the implementation of just-in-time (JIT) and just-in-sequence (JIS) supply systems significantly shape long-term corporate strategies by aligning supply chain objectives with business goals. Outsourcing and the choice between centralized and decentralized procurement approaches influence tactical decisions, affecting cost efficiency, flexibility, and risk management. At the operational level, decisions regarding transportation modes and loading unit selection ensure the smooth flow of goods and materials while optimizing daily operations. The integration of these procurement functions strengthens organizational resilience and enhances responsiveness to market dynamics. This article emphasizes the interconnectedness of procurement tasks across hierarchy levels, demonstrating how strategic alignment improves supply chain efficiency. Tactical adjustments provide adaptability, while operational decisions support seamless execution. The findings underline the critical role of procurement logistics in achieving overall business competitiveness. By analyzing these functions, this research provides insights into their cascading effects across organizational hierarchies, contributing to the development of more robust procurement strategies.
Quality Of Care From The Patient's Perspective and Related Factors
Authors: Le Thi Thao Hien , Nguyen Thi Trang  , Tran Thi Thanh Hien  , Tran Thi Sen
Published: December 2024

This study will help clarify the current status of care quality at Hoan My Dong Nai International Hospital, from the patient's perspective, and identify influencing factors, in order to propose solutions to improve the quality of nursing services, better meeting the needs of patients. A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted on 286 patients hospitalized for at least 72 hours at a private hospital in Vietnam. The participants were selected from the inpatient departments of the hospital. The quality of care was evaluated as very good, with an average score of 3.43 ± 0.55. The technical capacity of healthcare and the material-technical conditions were rated as good. Aspects such as identity-oriented approach and the socio-cultural environment were assessed as very good. The length of hospital stay, cleanliness of the room and bathroom, quiet environment in the evening, and the patient's self-reported health status had a strong to very strong relationship with the quality of care. This study has provided important information about the current status and factors influencing the quality of care from the patient's perspective. This information will help healthcare managers develop and implement solutions to improve the quality of nursing services and better meet the needs of patients.
The Impact of Customer Engagement on Loyalty Toward Halal Products: Mediating Role of Satisfaction
Authors: Mesra B  , Surya Elfitra Desy , Asman Muhammad Syahrin
Published: December 2024

Penelitian ini mengeksplorasi keterlibatan konsumen untuk meningkatkan loyalitas pelanggan terhadap produk halal. Studi ini bertujuan untuk menguji dan menganalisis pengaruh keterlibatan konsumen dalam meningkatkan loyalitas pelanggan terhadap produk halal melalui kepuasan. Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode kuantitatif, yaitu data penelitian berupa angka dan analisis statistik. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah pelanggan yang berbelanja oleh-oleh khas Medan, sebanyak 200 pelanggan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa variabel psikologis, perilaku, dan kognitif berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kepuasan, sementara emosi tidak memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap kepuasan. Keterlibatan konsumen tidak berjalan efektif dalam meningkatkan loyalitas pelanggan terhadap produk halal karena beberapa kondisi, seperti keterbatasan pengetahuan dan pengalaman serta pemahaman konsumen tentang produk halal yang mengurangi motivasi dan keinginan konsumen untuk mengonsumsi produk halal. Kontribusi dalam bidang ini adalah memberikan masukan kepada pelaku industri oleh-oleh khas Medan untuk lebih memperhatikan logo halal pada produk yang dihasilkan guna meningkatkan kepuasan dan loyalitas pelanggan.
Formation of the trajector of development of the global construction industry in the context of the implementation of the green course policy
Authors: Skrypnyk Nataliia , Zakharchenko Bohdan
Published: December 2024

The study is dedicated to analyzing the development of the global construction industry in the context of the Green Deal policy, aimed at achieving carbon neutrality. The focus is placed on the impact of environmental standards on construction markets, the use of modern technologies and materials, such as 3D printing and biomaterials, as well as the economic and legal aspects that determine the successful implementation of this policy. The research identifies the main barriers that may slow down the adoption of environmental standards, including high initial investment costs, lack of proper infrastructure and legal framework, and weak institutional support. Special attention is given to the role of national and international policies in promoting the transition to sustainable construction through economic incentives such as subsidies and tax benefits. The results of the study indicate the need for closer international cooperation to achieve global sustainable development goals. It also highlights the importance of improving the legislative framework to support the adoption of new technologies and materials, which will enhance the energy efficiency of the construction industry. In the future, further research should focus on assessing the possibilities of integrating ecological innovations in countries with different levels of economic development, as well as developing financial support mechanisms for small and medium-sized businesses. Strategic planning, coordination of efforts between the public and private sectors, and the development of innovative approaches to construction are essential for the effective implementation of Green Deal policies on a global scale. Thus, the Green Deal will become the foundation for the sustainable development of the construction industry, contributing to environmental and economic stability in the long term. This will be a crucial step toward reducing CO2 emissions and protecting the environment, while fostering global economic integration with a focus on sustainable growth. Additionally, creating new support programs for developing countries and businesses involved in implementing green innovations is of great importance.
The impact of bilingualism on hate speech perception and slur appropriation: An initial study of Italian UK residents
Authors: Zingaretti Mattia , Garraffa Maria , Sorace Antonella
Published: December 2024

The complex relationship between bilingualism and emotions has been extensively studied since the early 2000s, but the potential impact of bilingualism on speakers’ perceptions and reactions to an emotionally loaded topic such as hate speech has been overlooked. This chapter reports the first investigation of this kind, examining whether hate speech perception differs for late bilinguals in their first language (L1) versus their second language (L2), and how bilingual experience factors such as length of residence in the L2 country and language dominance may predict these perceptions. This research also explores whether the same factors, along with identifying with a sexual or ethnic minority, may predict bilinguals’ perception of appropriateness in using slurs to react to hate speech, and whether bilinguals would appropriate slurs themselves. The bilingual group surveyed consists of 43 highly proficient L1 Italian speakers of L2 English, who grew up in Italy until at least the age of 16 and have been in the UK for an average of 5 years. The results indicate that the participants perceive hate speech rather similarly in their L1 and L2. Importantly, despite the overall higher familiarity with L1 hate words, a longer period of residence in the UK is associated with L1 hate words becoming less accessible in terms of familiarity, use, and imageability, while L2 words become less offensive. Moreover, slur appropriation is not predicted by any of the bilingual experience variables, but only by whether participants identify as part of a minority. The findings are discussed with reference to bilingualism research on L1 attrition and emotion, and by highlighting the implications of considering bilinguals’ unique perceptions of hate speech from both linguistic and interdisciplinary perspectives.
Religion, Law, and COVID-19 in Europe: A Comparative Analysis
Authors: Conway Brian , Kühle Lene , Alicino Francesco , Bîrsan Gabriel
Published: December 2024

Religion, Law, and COVID-19 in Europe investigates how the pandemic and the subsequent legal restrictions on collective activities influenced religious life in the region. The 19 in-depth country case studies combine legal and sociological analyses and reflect the plurality of religious and secular contexts. They detail how the pandemic curbed the collective aspects of religion and how the religious communities adapted, especially via innovations in online religion and new forms of religious leadership.

The volume looks at how ordinary devotees’ religious behaviours changed during the pandemic and reveals shifts in religion–state interactions. In so doing, it shows how the pandemic challenged both religions and societies and how this was influenced by varying religious landscapes, political histories and legal cultures.

More broadly, this volume makes three important contributions to the extant literature. First, it presents a novel analytical framing for making sense of how the COVID-19 pandemic affected religion. Second, it provides an empirical account of how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted religious groups across Europe. Third, it reveals the importance of sudden, large-scale events in understanding religious change in the modern world.
The COVID-19 Pandemic and Religion in Germany
Authors: Toscer-Angot Sylvie
Published: December 2024

Similar to the situation across Europe, the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent government-imposed restrictions had a profound impact on both individual and collective religious practices and overall religiosity in Germany. As physical gatherings became perilous, religious institutions swiftly adapted by transitioning to digital platforms, offering online religious services, creating virtual memorial pages, and broadcasting ceremonies and funerals live. This unexpected shift forced a re-evaluation of the relationship between the state and religious communities in Germany, demonstrating that religion was not solely a personal matter but also a concern of the state.

The federal structure of Germany meant that COVID-19 restrictions differed across the country, but the historically cooperative relationship between the state and religious groups facilitated compliance with COVID-19 measures. A small number of legal cases were tried in the courts, but in general the restrictions on collective religious life found broad acceptance among major religious authorities. Though protests against restrictions as well as conspiracies and vaccine hesitancy occurred, most religious authorities actively supported state regulations and also contributed to public vaccination campaigns.
Italy’s Secularity and Freedom of Religion under the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Alicino Francesco
Published: December 2024

This chapter analyses the sociological and legal characteristics of Italy’s religious tendencies under the COVID-19 crisis, in respect of which the logic of emergency has impacted on a society that is becoming more and more secular. The COVID-19 crisis highlighted the increase in religious pluralism in Italy over the previous three decades, not only in terms of the proliferation of different denominations but also in terms of the growing presence of other sociocultural groups. For these very reasons, the COVID-19 crisis went to the heart of the historical dilemma of religious freedom and thus to the principle of equality that, as such, implies the right to be different. This also reflects the fact that, although Italy had one of the highest vaccination coverage rates in the European Union, protests against both the COVID-19 vaccine and vaccination in general were widely reported in the media and public debate. These protests were mainly seen as populist, driven by individualistic demands, in which religious institutions did not play an important role. By contrast, the main denominational authorities urged their followers to be vaccinated and to follow the advice of public health officials.
Detached Circumstellar Matter as an Explanation for Slowly-Rising Interacting Type Ibc Supernovae
Authors: Takei Yuki , Tsuna Daichi
Published: December 2024

Some hydrogen-poor (Type Ibc) supernovae (SNe) are known to have massive circumstellar matter (CSM) that are well detached from the star. Using the open-source code , we construct a grid of models of SN Ibc interacting with detached CSM, inspired by a recently proposed scenario of such CSM generated by a mass eruption and feedback process from the leftover star. We find that interaction with detached CSM can produce a slowly rising phase in the light curve seen in some interacting SN Ibc, which is difficult to reproduce by interaction with continuously distributed CSM down to the star. We also show that SNe having double peaks in their light curves with timescales of months (e.g., SN 2022xxf) can be explained by radioactive decay of 56Ni/ 56Co, followed by interaction with detached CSM.
A new non-parametric method to infer galaxy cluster masses from weak lensing
Authors: Mistele Tobias , Durakovic Amel
Published: December 2024

We introduce a new, non-parametric method to infer deprojected 3D mass profiles M(r) of galaxy clusters from weak gravitational lensing observations. The method assumes spherical symmetry and a moderately small convergence, κ≲1. The assumption of spherical symmetry is an important restriction, which is, however, quite common in practice, for example in methods that fit lensing data to an NFW profile. Moreover, with a mild assumption on the probability distributions of the source redshifts, our method relies on spherical symmetry only at radii larger than the radius r at which the mass M is inferred. That is, the method may be useful even for clusters with a non-symmetric inner region, since it correctly estimates the enclosed mass beyond the radius where spherical symmetry is restored. We discuss how to correct, statistically and approximately, for miscentering given that the probability distribution of miscentering offsets is known. We provide an efficient implementation in Julia code that runs in a few milliseconds per galaxy cluster. We explicitly demonstrate the method by using data from KiDS DR4 to infer mass profiles for two example clusters, Abell 1835 and Abell 2744, finding results consistent with existing literature.
Distribution of the Types of Anaesthesia Given Around the Year in A Tertiary Care Hospital
Authors: Rahman SM Tauhidur , Shakil Mohammad , Akter Musammat Shamima , Azam Md Fakhrul , Rahman Mohammad Mahfoozur , Parveen Romana , Alam Anwar Ul
Published: December 2024

Introduction: Anaesthesia is a state of controlled, temporary loss of sensation or awareness that is induced for medical or veterinary purposes. It may include some or all of analgesia, paralysis, amnesia and unconsciousness. An individual under the effects of anesthetic drugs is referred to as being anesthetized. Its roots and evolution, however, date back to centuries ago. Anaesthesia is one of the most significant developments of modern medicine that allows treatment involving unbearable pain to be performed while the person is relaxed, asleep, and with no memory of the procedure. Anaesthesia is either local in a specific area of the body, where the anesthetic drug is given in that area, or general anesthesia that affects the entire body and is performed in major surgeries. In general anesthesia, a drug is given that circulates in the bloodstream, causing the person to become unconscious. The objective of the study is toassessment of type of anaesthesia given around the year in a tertiary care hospital.
Materials andMethods:The cross-sectional study was conducted in Eastern Medical College and Hospital, Cumilla, Bangladeshfor a period of 12 months starting from January to December 2023with ethical clearance from respective IERB. The study population was the number of operations held. This study aimed to describe the type of anesthesia used in different operations in Eastern Medical College Hospital in a calendar year.
Results:In our study, we found discipline wise operation in a calendar year most of the operation was done in Gynaecology&Obstetrics (2425) department then followed by Orthopedics (1410), General Surgery (1390), Eye (445), Pediatric Surgery (350) and ENT (330) department. Regarding the type of anaesthesia used in different operations, the regional anaesthesia 71% (4533) was done in maximum cases and only 29% (1852) cases general anaesthesia given. In the case of month wise distribution in August a maximum 11.56% (214) general anaesthesia and 10.61% (481) regional anaesthesia was given. In the Gynaecology & Obstetrics department, a maximum 80.54% (1953) operation was done by regional anesthesia (Sub Arachnoid Block (Spinal), epidural) and only 19.46% (472) operation was done by general anaesthesia.
Conclusion: In a calendar year we found most of the operations were done in Gynaecology & Obstetrics department, according to type of anaesthesia in different operations in Eastern Medical College in a calendar year, the regional anaesthesia was done in maximum cases and General Anaesthesia given only a few cases.
Eastern Med Coll J. July 2024; 9 (2): 77-81
Efficacy of Low Dose Magnesium Sulphate in Control of Convulsion in Eclampsia in a Tertiary Care Hospital of Bangladesh
Authors: Naher Akterun , Naher Kamrun , Begum Anwara
Published: December 2024

Background: Eclampsia is the third major cause of maternal mortality in our country. Global studies have demonstrated that using magnesium sulphate (MgSO4) to manage hypertensive disease in pregnancy reduces morbidity and mortality due to severe pre-eclampsia and eclampsia. Magnesium sulphate is therefore the anticonvulsant of choice for both prevention and treatment of eclampsia. The aim of the study is to evaluate the use and efficacy of a low dose (6 gm) of magnesium sulphate in controlling convulsion amongst women with pre-eclampsia and eclampsia in a tertiary care hospital of Bangladesh.
Material and Methods: This comparative interventional study was conducted in Sylhet MAG Osmani Medical College and Hospitalwith ethical clearance from respective IERB. Hundreds (100) eclampsia patients have been selected by consecutive sampling from the eclampsia ward and divided into 2 groups by random selection. Group A contains 50 patients who received a low dose and group B also contains 50 patients who received a loading plus a maintenance dose of MgSO4. Patient’s demographic data and follow up signs were recorded in a data collection sheet. Data was coded and entered SPSS for analysis.
Results: Among 100 patients, the mean age of the participants for group A and group B was 23.98 ±5.26 and 23.92±3.85 years, respectively. The mean gestational age was 37.38±2.88 weeks for Group A and 36.94±3.13 weeks for Group B. Occurrence of eclampsia was found to be significantly high (Group A 58% and Group B 78%) among primigravida of both groups, belonged to low (Group A 60% and Group B 50%) and middle (Group A 36% and Group B 46%) socioeconomic backgrounds. Received antenatal care irregularly (only one visit) (Group A 52% and Group B 48%). Antepartum eclampsia was 90% in Group A and 86% in Group B, intrapartum was 2% in Group B and postpartum was 10% in Group A and 12% in Group B. Recurrence of convulsion was only observed in 8% of women from Group A and 10 % from Group B. Maternal complications were seen in only 2% woman from each group.
Conclusion: This study revealed that a low dose regimen can control convulsions much more effectively than a conventional full dose regimen. The recurrence rate of convulsion was not significant with this low dose and has the advantage of lower magnesium toxicities. It is also cost-effective.
Eastern Med Coll J. July 2024; 9 (2): 115-120
Effects of variation in air conditioner temperature on small airway functions of air conditioner users
Authors: Chakrabarty Swarnali , Akhter Qazi Shamima
Published: December 2024

Background:Increasing use of air conditioner(AC) has now become a new public health concern as the lung functions can be adversely affected by the cold, dry air provided by it or to be more specific by the sudden temperature change experienced by AC users . AC temperature may play an important part in this regard as more the difference between indoor and outdoor air temperature more could be the chance of this harmful consequences . Aim:This study particularly addressed this issue of how AC temperature variation can affect Mid Maximal Flow Rate (MMEF) value. Materials and Method:Individuals having exposure to daily air conditioned environment for at least 6 hours for 2 to 4 years were recruited following their provision of informed consent in written format. Forty eight such participants (24 female and 24 male) were distributed into 2 groups , A1 (12 female and 12 male subjects) and A2 (12 female and 12 male subjects)depending on the temperature of the AC they were having exposure of. The A1 group had exposure to temperature of 18° C to 22°C while A2 experienced temperature of 23°C to 25°C for a certain period of time. In both of these groups MMEF was estimated using digital autospirometer. Unpaired Student’s ‘t’ test was applied performing statistical analysis and  p value 0.05 was taken as the level of significance. Result:This study displayed significantly lower MFF value  for group A1 subjects in comparison to group A2.Conclusion: So,  this study concludes  that reduction of MMEF value in AC users may be related to the AC temperature to which they are exposed
J Med Coll Women Hosp. 2024; 20(2):17-22
Respiratory Drugs Dispensed Without Prescription in Dhaka City
Authors: Sultana Nusrat , Parvin Roksana , Ahmad Rahnuma , Shamsuddoha Nazla , Naoreen Rifat , Jahan Mahmuda
Published: December 2024

Background: Self-medication is a trend that may cause more damage than good. In low-middle income countries like Bangladesh it is quite easy to obtain medicine without prescription which may lead to several adverse effects or over medication. This scenario of our country needs to be fully assessed. Aim: To survey the age group of patients, number of drugs sold and cost of the drug for patients in different respiratory categories of drug used in Uttara in Dhaka City. Materials and Method: Cross-sectional survey records of 30 questionnaires from 3 big medicine shops for 10 selling time random record for patients from each six (6) categories of age group, dispensed medicine between January 2017 to June 2017 was reviewed. Results: The study observed the mean (±SD) of quantity of respiratory drug (inhaler) purchased without prescription was higest among the age groups of 10-18 years and 42-55 years (0.77±0.43 and 0.67 ± 0.55 respectively) which was statistically significant (p<0.01). The mean±SD of the money spent to make inhaler purchase was significantly high in all age groups, in particular among individuals in the age groups of 42-55 years (166.67±136.69) which was statistically significant p<0.01. The quantity of antihistamine purchased and the amount spent for its purchase in different age groups revealed the higest quantity was purchased by the age group of 25-32 years and the higest amount spent to make antihistamine purchase was by those in age group of 42-55 years (3.04±0.74 and 29.85±20.89 respectiely) which were statistically significant (p<0.01).
J Med Coll Women Hosp. 2024; 20(2): 30-36