bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The rate, causes and predictors of ambulance call outs to residential aged care in the Australian Capital Territory: A retrospective observational cohort study
Authors: Cox Louise S. , Naunton Mark , Peterson Gregory M. , Bagheri Nasser , Bennetts Jake Paul , Koerner Jane , Davey Rachel , Kosari Sam
Published: September 2024

Older people in residential aged care are susceptible to acute illness or injury which may necessitate an ambulance call out, assessment/treatment by a paramedic and transfer to a hospital emergency department. Understanding the case mix of residential aged care ambulance attendances is important for prevention strategies and for planning services. A retrospective observational closed cohort study was designed to investigate the characteristics of emergency ambulance call outs to 15 residential aged care sites in the Australian Capital Territory over a 12-month period. Data were collected from the local ambulance service and the aged care sites. Case load data were analysed to determine rates, clinical characteristics, ambulance attendance outcomes and the temporal distribution of call outs. A Poisson regression model was developed to investigate demographic, morbidity and medication-related risk factors associated with the number of ambulance call outs per resident. Annual ambulance call out costs were estimated. There were 1,275 residents, with 396 (31.1%) requiring at least one ambulance call out over 12 months. Of 669 ambulance attendances, the majority (87.0%) were transported to emergency departments. Trauma (23.9%), pain (16.9%) and infections (9.4%) were the most common primary assessments by the ambulance attendees. Cases/day were similar throughout the year and on weekdays compared to weekends/public holidays. The main predictors of ambulance call out were multi-morbidity, taking regular anticholinergic medicines, being male and younger age. Estimated costs of ambulance call outs/year were $475/resident and $40,375/residential aged care site. The most frequent primary assessments (trauma, pain, infections) may constitute priorities for developing prevention strategies and for treatment initiatives within residential aged care. Strategies to reduce anticholinergic medication prescribing may also be a potential intervention to decrease ambulance call outs and hospital emergency department demand. The ambulance usage data from this study may be useful to compare with future datasets to measure the impact of the introduction of new services.
Negotiating familial mental illness stigma: The role of family members of persons living with mental illnesses
Authors: Adu Joseph , Oudshoorn Abram , Anderson Kelly , Marshall Carrie Anne , Stuart Heather
Published: September 2024

Background

This study explores how family members of individuals with mental illnesses address potential familial mental illness stigma. Previous studies have concentrated on self, social, and associative stigma and its impacts on families and persons with mental illnesses. Far less work has considered family members as perpetrators of mental illness stigma towards their loved ones with mental illnesses.

Methodology/Principal findings

We conducted this study with 15 participants who were family members of persons with mental illnesses using semi-structured qualitative interviews. The in-depth interviews were followed by inductive analysis using Braun and Clarke’s technique for thematic analysis. Participants’ views on familial mental illness stigma and ways to reduce this were reported in five key themes. The themes included: (1) layered perspectives of social and family stigma; (2) family-related stigma; (3) complex interplay of family relationships and mental illness; (4) confronting stigma personally; and (5) envisioning a better future. The uncertainties connected with mental illnesses and the increased social stigma were conceptualized as contributors to familial mental illness stigma as ways to prevent potential associative stigma.

Conclusion/Significance

Participants suggested the need for more social contact-based education and positive media reporting to correct the ongoing fallacies around mental illnesses. This study highlights how higher-order reforms to social systems and services would support both families and those living with mental illnesses to have more positive experiences.
Short-term power load forecasting in China: A Bi-SATCN neural network model based on VMD-SE
Authors: Huang Yuan , Feng Qimeng , Han Feilong
Published: September 2024

This study focuses on improving short-term power load forecasting, a critical aspect of power system planning, control, and operation, especially within the context of China’s "dual-carbon" policy. The integration of renewable energy under this policy has introduced complexities such as nonlinearity and instability. To enhance forecasting accuracy, the VMD-SE-BiSATCN prediction model is proposed. This model improves computational efficiency and reduces prediction errors by analyzing and reconstructing sequence component complexity using sample entropy (SE) following variational mode decomposition (VMD). Additionally, a self-attention mechanism is integrated into the temporal convolutional network (TCN) to overcome the traditional TCN’s limitations in capturing long-term dependencies. The model was evaluated using data from the China Ninth Electrical Attribute Modeling Competition and validated with real-world data from a specific county in Shijiazhuang City, Hebei Province, China. Results indicate that the VMD-SE-BiSATCN model outperforms other models, achieving a mean absolute error (MAE) of 92.87, a root mean square error (RMSE) of 126.906, and a mean absolute percentage error (MAPE) of 0.81%.
Differential expression of ST6GALNAC1 and ST6GALNAC2 and their clinical relevance to colorectal cancer progression
Authors: Ahmad Mohammed Saqif , Braoudaki Maria , Siddiqui Shoib Sarwar
Published: September 2024

Colorectal cancer (CRC) has become a significant global health concern and ranks among the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide. Due to its malignant nature, current immunotherapeutic treatments are used to tackle this issue. However, not all patients respond positively to treatment, thereby limiting clinical effectiveness and requiring the identification of novel therapeutic targets to optimise current strategies. The putative ligand of Siglec-15, Sialyl-Tn (STn), is associated with tumour progression and is synthesised by the sialyltransferases ST6GALNAC1 and ST6GALNAC2. However, the deregulation of both sialyltransferases within the literature remain limited, and the involvement of microRNAs (miRNAs) in STn production require further elucidation. Here, we identified miRNAs involved in the regulation of ST6GALNAC1 via a computational approach and further analysis of miRNA binding sites were determined. In silico tools predicted miR-21, miR-30e and miR-26b to regulate the ST6GALNAC1 gene, all of which had shown significant upregulated expression in the tumour cohort. Moreover, each miRNA displayed a high binding affinity towards the seed region of ST6GALNAC1. Additionally, enrichment analysis outlined pathways associated with several cancer hallmarks, including epithelial to mesenchymal transition (EMT) and MYC targets associated with tumour progression. Furthermore, our in silico findings demonstrated that the ST6GALNAC1 expression profile was significantly downregulated in CRC tumours, and its low expression correlated with poor survival outcomes when compared with patient survival data. In comparison to its counterpart, there were no significant differences in the expression of ST6GALNAC2 between normal and malignant tissues, which was further evidenced in our immunohistochemistry analysis. Immunohistochemistry staining highlighted significantly higher expression was more prevalent in normal human tissues with regard to ST6GALNAC1. In conclusion, the integrated in silico analysis highlighted that STn production is not reliant on deregulated sialyltransferase expression in CRC, and ST6GALNAC1 expression is regulated by several oncomirs. We proposed the involvement of other sialyltransferases in the production of the STn antigen and CRC progression via the Siglec-15/Sia axis.
Influence of introducing a story stem in an interactive play context on maternal and their four-year-old children’s use of mental state language
Authors: Væver Mette Skovgaard , Roos Camilla Overbye , Smith-Nielsen Johanne , Egmose Ida , Wendelboe Katrine Isabella , Stuart Anne Christine
Published: September 2024

Maternal and child mental state language is associated with improved socioemotional and cognitive child development. This study examined if introducing a story stem (a narrative playing out socioemotional conflicts) in a play situation facilitated maternal and child mental state language compared to a free-play (baseline) situation, and if mothers and children with low baseline mental state language profited more from the story stem situation. Participants were 101 four-year-old children and their mothers. Maternal and child mental state language correlated and providing the story stem increased both maternal and child mental state language. Providing a story stem increased mental state language more for mothers and children groups with lowest mental state language at baseline compared to a high mental state language group. The results indicate a validation of the use of story stems to increase maternal and child mental state language within a typical population.
Decomposing decision-making in preschoolers: Making decisions under ambiguity versus risk
Authors: Garon Nancy , Doucet Ellen , Inness Bronwyn
Published: September 2024

Decision-making in the real world involves multiple abilities. The main goal of the current study was to examine the abilities underlying the Preschool Gambling task (PGT), a preschool variant of the Iowa Gambling task (IGT), in the context of an integrative decision-making framework. Preschoolers (n = 144) were given the PGT along with four novel decision-making tasks assessing either decision-making under ambiguity or decision-making under risk. Results indicated that the ability to learn from feedback, to maintain a stable preference, and to integrate losses and gains contributed to the variance in decision-making on the PGT. Furthermore, children’s awareness level on the PGT contributed additional variance, suggesting both implicit and explicit processes are involved. The results partially support the integrative decision-making framework and suggest that multiple abilities contribute to individual differences in decision-making on the PGT.
Research of multi-label text classification based on label attention and correlation networks
Authors: Yuan Ling , Xu Xinyi , Sun Ping , Yu Hai ping , Wei Yin Zhen , Zhou Jun jie
Published: September 2024

Multi-Label Text Classification (MLTC) is a crucial task in natural language processing. Compared to single-label text classification, MLTC is more challenging due to its vast collection of labels which include extracting local semantic information, learning label correlations, and solving label data imbalance problems. This paper proposes a model of Label Attention and Correlation Networks (LACN) to address the challenges of classifying multi-label text and enhance classification performance. The proposed model employs the label attention mechanism for a more discriminative text representation and uses the correlation network based on label distribution to enhance the classification results. Also, a weight factor based on the number of samples and a modulation function based on prediction probability are combined to alleviate the label data imbalance effectively. Extensive experiments are conducted on the widely-used conventional datasets AAPD and RCV1-v2, and extreme datasets EUR-LEX and AmazonCat-13K. The results indicate that the proposed model can be used to deal with extreme multi-label data and achieve optimal or suboptimal results versus state-of-the-art methods. For the AAPD dataset, compared with the suboptimal method, it outperforms the second-best method by 2.05% ∼ 5.07% in precision@k and by 2.10% ∼ 3.24% in NDCG@k for k = 1, 3, 5. The superior outcomes demonstrate the effectiveness of LACN and its competitiveness in dealing with MLTC tasks.
Association of visceral adiposity index and lipid accumulation products with prediabetes in US adults from NHANES 2007–2020: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Qiu Li-Ting , Zhang Ji-Dong , Fan Bo-Yan , Li Ling , Sun Gui-Xiang
Published: September 2024

Background

The lipid accumulation product (LAP) and the visceral adiposity index (VAI) are suggested as dependable measures for assessing visceral fat levels. Prediabetes is recognized as a condition that precedes the potential onset of diabetes. The objective of this research is to investigate how VAI and LAP are related to prediabetes among the adult population in the United States.

Methods

Information from the 2007–2020 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) was scrutinized in a cross-sectional study. To evaluate the connection between VAI or LAP and the presence of prediabetes, both univariate analysis and multivariate logistic regression were utilized. Threshold effect analysis and fitted smoothing curves were used to delve into the non-linear association between VAI or LAP and prediabetes. Additional analyses were performed on specific subgroups, along with tests to explore potential interactions.

Results

In general, 12,564 American adults were included. After full adjustment, prediabetes with VAI (OR: 1.128, 95% CI: 1.073–1.185) or LAP (OR: 1.006, 95% CI: 1.004–1.008) showed a positive correlation. Individuals in the 4th VAI quartile group faced a significant 61.9% elevated risk for prediabetes (OR: 1.619, 95% CI: 1.354–1.937) when contrasted to those in the 1st VAI quartile. Participants in the 4th LAP quartile group had a significant 116.4% elevated risk for prediabetes (OR: 2.164, 95% CI: 1.747–2.681) when contrasted to individuals of the 1st LAP quartile. Smooth curve fitting analysis revealed a nonlinear correlation of VAI or LAP and prediabetes, and threshold effect analysis was used to determine an inflection point of 4.090 for VAI and 68.168 for LAP.

Conclusions

The values of VAI and LAP are positively associated with the prevalence of prediabetes. The VAI and LAP indices may be used as predictors of prediabetes.
TRIM56 restricts Coxsackievirus B infection by mediating the ubiquitination of viral RNA-dependent RNA polymerase 3D
Authors: Wang Yao , Dong Yanyan , Luan Tian , Chen Yang , Lin Lexun , Li Siwei , Feng Danxiang , Wei Jianwei , Fei Yanru , Wang Guangtian , Pan Jiahui , Wang Yan , Zhong Zhaohua , Zhao Wenran
Published: September 2024

Coxsackievirus B (CVB) is the major causative pathogen for severe diseases such as viral myocarditis, meningitis, and pancreatitis. There is no effective antiviral therapy currently available for CVB infection primarily due to that the pathogenesis of CVB has not been completely understood. Viruses are obligate intracellular pathogens which subvert cellular processes to ensure viral replication. Dysregulation of ubiquitination has been implicated in CVB infection. However, how ubiquitination is involved in CVB infection remains unclear. Here we found that the 3D protein of CVB3, the RNA-dependent RNA polymerase, was modified at K220 by K48-linked polyubiquitination which promoted its degradation through proteasome. Proteomic analysis showed that the E3 ligase TRIM56 was upregulated in CVB3-infected cells, while the majority of TRIMs remained unchanged. Pull-down and immunoprecipitation analyses showed that TRIM56 interacted with CVB3 3D. Immunofluorescence observation showed that viral 3D protein was colocalized with TRIM56. TRIM56 overexpression resulted in enhanced ubiquitination of CVB3 3D and decreased virus yield. Moreover, TRIM56 was cleaved by viral 3C protease in CVB3-infected cells. Taken together, this study demonstrated that TRIM56 mediates the ubiquitination and proteasomal degradation of the CVB3 3D protein. These findings demonstrate that TRIM56 is an intrinsic cellular restriction factor against CVB infection, and enhancing viral protein degradation could be a potential strategy to control CVB infection.
Ethyl Oleate, Hexadecenoic Acid, Phytol Profiling of Onosma bracteatum: Antibacterial, Anticancer and Molecular Docking Studies
Authors: Saini Shallu , Tuli Hardeep Singh , Chauhan Ritu , Sharma Ujjawal , Bansal Poonam
Published: September 2024

Research studies on phytochemicals and antibiotics utilizing extracts from medicinal plants have proliferated in the past few years. The phytochemicals profiling, antioxidant capacity, antibacterial properties, antiproliferative potential and molecular docking studies of ethanolic extract of Onosma bracteatum was examined in this study. The extract prepared into ethanol (80%) and identify the presence of phytochemical compounds using GC-MS profiling. The antibacterial potential was investigated in relation to Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli. Further to evaluate the anticancer potential of ethanolic extract of O. bracteatum, the antiproliferative assay (MTT cytotoxicity assay) was performed against Ln-18 (human malignant glioma cell line) and A-549 (Human lung cancer cell line) cells. Ethyl oleate, hexadecenoic acid and phytol were highest in GC-MS and docked against DNA gyrase B (E. coli), β-lactamase (S. aureus) and BCL-2 (apoptosis inhibitor). In antioxidant assay, 78% maximum inhibition of free radical scavenging activity was observed. The zone of inhibition was in the ranges from 9 mm (E. coli) to 20 mm (S. aureus). Furthermore, the ethanolic extract of O. bracteatum demonstrated antiproliferative activity against the cancer cell lines LN-18 and A-549 with growth inhibitions of 84% and 81%. The ethyl oleate was found to be best compound with -8.4 (kcal/mol) binding score in the molecular docking studies. The results showed that O. bracteatum is a good source of phytochemicals and antibacterial compounds with promising anticancerous potential.
Redefining Khabar Al-Ahad Based on Rashid Rida’s Rational Approach in Al-Manar
Authors: Bin Salman Abdul Matin , Baihaqi Yusuf , Kusnadi
Published: September 2024

This paper discusses the Rida controversy with hadith scholars. The controversy stems from Rida’s a priori to the traditions that are popular and well-known among hadith scholars, especially the category of khabar al-ahad hadith. The root of their problem lies in Rida’s rational critique of the categories and implications of khabar al-ahad. He considers dilalah (connotation) of khabar al-ahad to be nothing more than just zanni al-dilalah (presumption and uncertainty). The implication is that hadith in this category cannot be used as a basis for belief because belief is based on qat’i al-dilalah (certainty of proposition). The research method used was descriptive-analytic method. This method was combined with a historical-philosophical approach. Therefore, analyzing and describing Rida’s thoughts as a whole is the main work in this article. The next step was to combine the analytical-philosophical approach to the roadmap from the genuine part of Rida’s line of thought. This activity is expected to help the author in finding answers on how Rida rationalizes khabar al-ahad and its implications. Finally, this article finds the conclusions, including: a) Rida’s efforts in rationalizing khabar al-ahad are based on the views of the mutakallimūn (theologians), manat}iqah (logic experts) and falasifah (philosophers), b) Rida has been trapped in his own over a priori thinking on khabar al-ahad, c) Rashid Rida’s rationalization of khabar al-ahad actually leads to ambiguity and uncertainty.
Ibn Mujahid's Canonical Legacy: Examining Sanad Authentication and Political Factors in the Standardization of Qirā’āt Sab’ah
Authors: Muna Afrida Arinal , Munirul Ikhwan
Published: September 2024

This research delves into the study of qirā’āt, specifically examining variations in Qur'anic recitation within the modern context of Qur'anic studies. Academic literature has typically overlooked qirā’āt, tending to emphasize linguistic aspects of qira'at in general. However, recent scholarly discussions underscore the increasing significance of scrutinizing the authenticity of qirā’āt. The presence of uncertainties and disputes concerning the authenticity of qirā’āt, both within Western and Muslim scholarly circles, renders this subject exceptionally intriguing for investigation. Drawing upon Michel Foucault's theory of the archaeology of knowledge and Shahab Ahmad, this study endeavors to bridge the existing knowledge gap by tracing the historical development of the standardization and canonization of qirā’āt. Specifically, our research will shed light on the motivations and procedures employed by Ibn Mujahid in designating seven Imams as authoritative figures in the canonization of qirā’āt sab’ah. Furthermore, we strived to uncover the ways in which political factors exerted influence over the endeavor to 'canonize' qirā’āt in seven distinct variants. Our findings ultimately reveal that the success of Ibn Mujahid's codification and canonization of qirā’āt hinged not solely on the narrative of unifying Muslim perspectives on the diverse recitation variants but was also significantly shaped by underlying political considerations throughout the process. These discoveries offer fresh insights into comprehending the historical dynamics of qirā’āt al-Qur'an and underscore the crucial importance of considering the political backdrop in understanding religious traditions.
The Dynamics of Qur’anic Text and Translation in Banjarese Ulema’s Works
Authors: Nadhiroh Wardatun , Wardani
Published: September 2024

This research presents a comprehensive exploration of Quranic Studies within the context of South Kalimantan, Indonesia, with a specific focus on Islamic works authored by the Banjarese ulema. Historically, a notable void existed in the Banjar literature concerning the Quran, characterized by a dearth of published materials, thereby leaving a substantial lacuna in the Indonesian Quranic scholarship landscape. Employing a comparative methodology and content analysis, this research elucidates the pivotal role and prominence of Quranic texts and translations within Banjarese literary productions. The findings indicate that while Quranic studies in this region encompass diverse dimensions, the examination of the Quran in Tanah Banjar predominantly serves practical applications rather than delving into exegetical discourse. Furthermore, Quranic texts and translations feature prominently across various genres of Banjarese works, serving as foundational sources for authorial assertions, as points of reference, and as tools for elucidation. This research thus contributes to a nuanced understanding of Quranic scholarship in South Kalimantan and underscores the significance of Quranic literature within the broader Indonesian academic landscape.
Politics and Pluralism: Analyzing State Official Tafsir and Interfaith Discourse in Indonesia
Authors: Mursyid Achmad Yafik , AlBaihaqi Muhammad Dzilfikri , Murtafi'ah Alvy Ra'isatul
Published: September 2024

This research aims to explore the Tafsir produced by the Ministry of Religious Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, specifically focusing on the potential politicization of the Qur’an, particularly in the narrative of inter-religious relationships in Indonesia. The study underscores the crucial role of Tafsir in shaping societal perceptions of religious pluralism in the country. In this context, a significant question arises concerning the extent to which the interpretations generated through the state's political mechanisms contribute to the discourse on religious pluralism. To address this inquiry, the critical discourse analysis approach by Norman Fairclough is employed, encompassing three dimensions: text analysis, discursive practices, and social practices. The analysis focuses on the Tafsir produced in 1980 by the Indonesian Ministry of Religious Affairs titled "Al-Qur’an dan Tafsirnya." The research reveals that the narrative regarding inter-religious relationships in Indonesia within the official Tafsir is not solely connected to the state's role through the Ministry of Religious Affairs of Indonesia. It is also influenced by various factors such as the socio-religious context and the role of Mufassir (mufasir). This situation is reflected through three patterns of state affirmation: Affirmative-Accommodative, Affirmative-Permissive, and Affirmative-Disruptive. The substantial contribution of this research lies in enhancing the understanding of the intricate relationship between religious exegesis, state politics, and radicalism in Indonesia. This opens avenues for further reflection and debate in scholarly literature, particularly regarding the impact of state involvement in the Qur’an interpretation process on the narrative of inter-religious relationships in Indonesia.
Paradigm Shifts in Gender Narratives of Tafsīr al-Ibrīz through Oral Exegesis on Youtube
Authors: Muhammad Irsad  , Abdul Mustaqim  , Saifuddin Zuhri Qudsy
Published: September 2024

This article examines the book Tafsīr al-Ibrīz, written by KH Bisri Mustofa, a prominent Javanese exegesis. The book has been re-read and interpreted orally by his son, Gus Mus (KH Ahmad Mustofa Bisri), on his YouTube channel. This study highlights a new tradition in the digital era where Qur'anic exegesis is transmitted and transformed through both written texts and oral interpretations. This research employs a qualitative approach, using primary data from the official YouTube Channel of Gus Mus and secondary data from relevant scholarly literature. Document analysis and descriptive-analytic methods reveal a significant paradigm shift between the written and oral exegesis. Specifically, gender issues such as polygamy and women's leadership, which are presented with a gender-biased perspective in the written Tafsīr al-Ibrīz, are reinterpreted by Gus Mus with a focus on gender equality. This transformation is influenced by the socio-cultural context, Gus Mus's educational background, and the changing audience of the oral exegesis. The study incorporates gender equality theory, highlighting forms of gender inequality like marginalization, subordination, stereotyping, violence, and double burden. The findings suggest that Gus Mus's oral exegesis reflects an egalitarian interpretation, contrasting with the traditional views in Tafsīr al-Ibrīz, thus promoting fair treatment for both women and men. This research contributes to the discourse on gender and Qur'anic exegesis by demonstrating the dynamic nature of oral interpretation in the Indonesian pesantren context and its impact on advancing gender equality in Islamic thought.
Strategy for the Development of the Investment Potential of the Tourism Industry of Ukraine in the International Economic System
Authors: TSVILIY Sergiy M. , MYKHAILYK Denys P. , GUROVA Darya D. , OGLOBLINA Viktoriia O. , KORNIIENKO Olga M.
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this study is to establish a robust strategic framework for the development of investment potential within Ukraine’s tourism industry during the post-conflict period. The methodology involves a systematic approach encompassing literature review, conceptual framework development, measurement of corporate responsibility, creation of indicative indicators, implementation stages, and cross-border cooperation. As a result, the article presents a model of the functional platform of the international economic system, which forms the concept of the State’s investment policy on the basis of corporate socio-economic responsibility and implements the strategy of development of the tourism industry. From the standpoint of a holistic view of the strategic development of the investment potential of the tourism industry, the range of measurement of corporate socio-economic responsibility of joint investment institutions and their partnerships is presented. A methodical approach to the formation of indicative indicators of the first and second levels, which activate the investment development of the tourism industry in the regions of the country, has been developed. The stages of implementation of measures for the strategic development of the investment potential of the tourism industry in the context of international turbulence are presented. The developed proposals can be successfully implemented when planning programs for the development of the tourism industry of Ukraine on the basis of cross-border cooperation of regional associations, in order to support the national economic system of Ukraine.
Integrating LGBTI Inclusivity and Innovative Capacity in India: Analyzing the Effects of Globalization
Authors: CHAWLA Kanika , KUTTY Nilavathy
Published: September 2024

Globalization can have enormous effects if LGBTI people are well blended into the pool of resources and tapped efficiently. This research investigates LGBTI inclusivity and the effects of globalization on economic development since the 2009 legalization verdict favoring homosexuality. The theoretical prospects are trifold: trade liberalization and labor market de-regulation; Becker’s theory of discrimination; and Heckscher-Ohlin-Samuelson postulate, along with a diagrammatic representation showcasing the impact of LGBTI inclusivity in the labor market. An OLS approach in conjunction to the ECI_Trade and ECI_Technology has been employed to examine the integration of LGBTI individuals into the Indian economy considering capital stock, domestic credit, employment, population and human capital as default controls to the model and year dummies have been incorporated at a later stage of modelling to highlight the precision level. The study found that LGBTI inclusivity is positively correlated with India's ECI_Trade and ECI_Technology value, increasing it approximately by 6.3% and 15.4%. Further, a number of robustness checks show that even after accounting for macroeconomic variables as default controls, the positive association continues to persist. The LGBTI inclusivity increases the ECI_Trade value by 13.2% and ECI_Technology value by 24.4%, respectively. Consequently, the authors emphasized on the economic ramifications of inclusivity in relation to wage gaps, discrimination, and the development of human capital and have tried to exemplify the integration of LGBTI individuals in EPZs, trade and technological advancement, and skill development to justify the default conceptualized postulates in support of inclusivity.
Echoes of Conflict: Unveiling the Interconnected Tapestry of Russia-Ukraine Warfare, Oil Price Ballet, and the Asian Stock Symphony
Authors: SRIVASTAVA Anubha , ARJUN B.S , WADHWA Ritu , SRIVASTAVA Purwa , SINGH Neha , GAUTAM Chaandni
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this research is to look into the impact of the Russia-Ukraine war on the relationship between oil prices and the Asian stock market. While earlier studies have investigated the impact of oil prices on stock markets, there has been little research into the impact of crude oil prices on the Asian stock market in the context of the Russia-Ukraine war. For this purpose, the data is collected from NSE and Bloomberg database the study's findings imply that the Russia-Ukraine war has had a major impact on the relationship between crude oil prices and stock market indices in numerous Asia-Pacific countries. The study suffers from a few limitations such as it only examines the relationship between crude oil prices and stock market indices but there are other macroeconomic factors, such as interest rates, inflation, and political instability which also affect the market.
Salvia officinalis L. resilience under chromium stress: An integrated study of growth, physiology, biochemical changes and rosmarinic acid production
Authors: Ramakrishnan Rashmi , Nagella Praveen
Published: September 2024

Medicinal plants are increasingly challenged by rising chromium (Cr) levels in agricultural soil and water bodies due to industrialization and human activities. This research examines the impact of various chromium concentrations on Salvia officinalis L., a medicinal herb, over 3 specific time periods: 30, 60 and 90 days. As the duration of Cr exposure increases, various growth parameters showed an upward trend at the lowest concentrations, with the most robust growth observed in the 20 ppm Cr treatment group after 90 days. However, higher chromium concentrations resulted in reduced plant growth compared to untreated plants. Chromium primarily accumulates in the roots, stems and leaves, with the highest accumulation observed at 100 ppm. However, chlorophyll content declined with prolonged Cr exposure, particularly at higher concentrations. Carbohydrate levels initially increased at lower Cr concentrations but decreased with greater exposure, while protein content consistently decreased with elevated Cr levels. Proline levels exhibited mixed responses, rising at lower concentrations and declining at higher ones. Malondialdehyde (MDA) content increased with higher Cr levels and extended exposure. The enzymatic antioxidant system showed an initial increase followed by a decline with prolonged exposure. Rosmarinic acid content increased with chromium (Cr) exposure upto 60 ppm but subsequently decreased beyond that threshold. In the first 30 days, plants treated with Cr demonstrated a 17 % increase in rosmarinic acid production compared to the control (48.9 mg/g DW). However, with continued Cr exposure, there was a decline in rosmarinic acid production ranging from 10 % to 20 % compared to the control level (67.02 mg/g DW) at 90 days post-treatment. These findings underscore the complex and contrasting responses of Salvia officinalis to Cr toxicity, highlighting the necessity for extended study into the core mechanisms governing these responses and the development of strategies to alleviate heavy metal stress in plants.
Notes on the taxonomic status and re-lectotypification of Litseaiteodaphne (Lauraceae)
Authors: Chakrabarty Tapas , Kumar Anand , Ghoshal Partha Pratim
Published: September 2024

Litseaiteodaphne (Nees) Hook.f., known endemic to Sri Lanka, is now synonymized with L. saligna (Nees) N.P. Balakr. of northeast India and Bangladesh, and thus revealing a curious disjunct distribution. The name Tetrantheraiteodaphne Nees the basionym of L. iteodaphne has been re-lectotypified.
THE EFFECT OF DIGITALIZATION ON HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT PRACTICES: A BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS
Authors: Çoban Kumbalı Hatice
Published: September 2024

This study examines the intersection of digitalization and human resource management (HRM) practices through a bibliometric analysis. Utilizing the VOS Viewer program for quantitative analysis and supplemented by qualitative content reading, the research explores key trends, themes, and authorship patterns within the existing literature. The primary data source is the Web of Science database, yielding 268 relevant studies published between 2005 and 2023. Findings indicate a growing interest in the topic, particularly within the management discipline, and highlight key HRM practices impacted by digitalization, including recruitment, training and development, performance management, and career management. The analysis reveals that digitalization enhances HR efficiency, reduces costs, and supports learning and development, while also presenting challenges such as data security risks, skill gaps, and potential resistance to change. Co-authorship and citation networks identify influential authors and emerging research clusters. The study underscores the interdisciplinary nature of digital HRM research and calls for broader database inclusion to enhance future bibliometric studies.
Acute and sub-chronic oral GLP toxicity of Withania somnifera root extract in Sprague Dawley rats
Authors: Wangikar Pralhad , Chaudhari Pradhnya , Sharma Eshita , Godse Chhaya , Vora Ashit , Nair Sujit
Published: September 2024

Objectives

Withania somnifera (WS) is a valuable medicinal plant that has been used against several ailments. The medicinal properties of WS are ascribed to existence of secondary metabolites which are in great demand in herbal nutraceutical industry. Despite well-known therapeutic effects of WS, it is necessary to assess preclinical toxicity of WS plant on rats and further explore its potential application against treatment of various disorders in humans. The existing study assessed oral acute and sub-chronic toxicities of WS root extract in Sprague Dawley (SD) rats (male and female) for 14 and 90 days, respectively under OECD-423 and -408 guidelines as well as GLP compliance.

Methods

In acute toxicity, rats of either sex were orally fed a dose of 2,000 mg/kg. In sub-chronic toxicity, animals were orally administered repeated doses of WS root extract at 250, 500, 1,000 mg/kg for 90 days with an additional 14-day recovery period. Two more groups (n=5 animals each) receiving vehicle and 1,000 mg/kg of WS root extract for 90 days were also observed.

Results

In acute toxicity, the results revealed that LD50 of WS root extract in SD rats was higher than 2,000 mg/kg. In sub-chronic toxicity, oral administration of extract for 90 days showed no significant toxicological changes in rats. Haematological and serum chemistry markers were found within normal range. Terminal necropsy showed no gross or histopathological outcomes.

Conclusions

The no-observed-adverse-effect level (NOAEL) of WS root extract was 1,000 mg/kg body weight, and safe to use at this dose in rats.
The Influence of STEM-Based Digital Learning on 6C Skills of Elementary School Students
Authors: Zainil Melva , Kenedi Ary Kiswanto , Rahmatina  , Indrawati Tin , Handrianto Ciptro
Published: September 2024

The integration of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)-based digital learning has shown a significant impact on enhancing the 6C skills (character, citizenship, critical thinking, creative thinking, collaboration, and communication) of elementary school students. This quasi-experimental study, involving 200 participants from primary schools, compared the efficacy of STEM-based digital learning against STEM-conventional methods in fostering these essential twenty-first-century skills. Data were collected through case study tests and analyzed to evaluate the differences in skill development between the two groups. The results indicate a noticeable improvement in the 6C skills among students engaged in STEM-based digital learning compared to those in STEM-conventional settings, with the former group achieving higher average scores across the skill set. These findings highlight the value of adopting STEM-based digital learning in elementary education to better prepare students with the competencies necessary for their future. This research underscores the positive influence of innovative learning models on developing critical life skills in elementary school students.
A CFD and experimental study of hydrodynamic and heat transfer behavior in ribbed fluidized beds
Authors: Sharif Saqib , Shakaib Muhammad , Allauddin Usman
Published: September 2024

The study focuses on enhancing the performance of fluidized bed systems, which are widely used in industrial processes requiring efficient heat and mass transfer. By integrating ribs at angles of 135, 150, and 165° on the riser wall, the research assesses their impact on hydrodynamic behavior and heat transfer using CFD simulations. The simulations, confirmed through experimental data, revealed that the 150° ribbed model outperforms others by improving particle mixing and achieving the highest heat transfer coefficient. The investigation also covered static pressure, solid volume fraction, and particle velocities at different bed heights (30, 60, 90, and 120 mm), showing that ribbed models significantly enhance turbulence and particle distribution, with the 150° ribs providing a balance between dynamic mixing and stable flow.
Effect of different activating agents on carbon derived from Tinospora cordifolia for EDLC application
Authors: Komal  , Mishra Kuldeep , Kumar Yogesh , Shukla Vivek Kumar
Published: September 2024

The effect of two activating agents namely phosphoric acid (H3PO4) and iron (III) chloride (FeCl3) is investigated, in activation of carbon obtained from Tinospora cordifolia. The structural and morphological properties of the synthesized activated carbons were investigated using X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, Raman spectroscopy, and Brunauer–Emmett–Teller analysis. A notable yield of ∼60 % of the activated carbons was obtained using a simple and cost-effective approach of chemical activation followed by the thermal activation method. The electrochemical properties of the activated carbons were studied for electric double-layer capacitor application. The electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, galvanostatic charge–discharge and cyclic voltammetry studies revealed superior charge transfer properties of the carbon activated with H3PO4. The capacitor comprising carbon activated with H3PO4 electrodes shows higher specific capacity of 58 F g−1 at 1 A g−1 than that of carbon activated with FeCl3 (37.5 F g−1). The optimized capacitor delivers superior power density and energy density of 2 kW kg−1 and 28.33 W h kg−1, respectively.
Assessment of certain theoretical modeling for extraction data of uranium ion by loaded SM-7 with TBP using fixed bed column operation
Authors: Elsayed Ashraf A. , El-khalafawy Abeer , Aly Hisham F.
Published: September 2024

Theoretical evaluation of experimental extraction data of U (VI) from nitric acid solutions by tri-n-butyl phosphate (TBP) loaded on macro reticular polymer SM-7 was verified using Thomas and Yan models. These data are represented by breakthrough relations at different conditions; flow rate, concentrations and interfering ions. Comparing correlation coefficients (R
2) of both models, it was found that R
2 equal 0.96 for Thomas model comparing to 0.88 for Yan one, indicating that Thomas model is convenient for evaluation of that extraction process. The calculated, theoretically, value of (q
Th) was found to be almost equal to (qexp
) the practical one.
A Comprehensive Approach to the Physical Development of Canadian University Women's Rugby Sevens Players
Authors: Cormier Patrick , Goodale Tyler , Agar-Newman Dana
Published: September 2024

With increasing investments and resources, rugby sevens is growing internationally and domestically in many countries. Within Canada, women's rugby sevens is a popular sport at the regional and national levels in university settings and centralized training programs. Given the importance of strength and conditioning for success in sevens, the purpose of this article is to highlight some of the frameworks used to develop sevens athletes from the university to the international level within the Canadian context. As such, the match demands and physical characteristics relevant to rugby sevens are discussed based on a comprehensive needs analysis. This is further contextualized by a training philosophy and framework tailored for university-aged female athletes, which play a key role in the Canadian talent development pathway.
Being Another Way
Authors: Klinger Dustin D.
Published: September 2024

In Being Another Way, Dustin Klinger recounts the history of how medieval Arabic philosophers in the Islamic East grappled with the logical role of the copula “to be,” an ambiguity that has bedeviled Western philosophy from Parmenides to the analytic philosophers of today. Working from within a language that has no copula, a group of increasingly independent Arabic philosophers began to critically investigate the semantic role that Aristotle, for many centuries their philosophical authority, invested in the copula as the basis of his logic. Drawing on extensive manuscript research, Klinger breaks through the thicket of unstudied philosophical works to demonstrate the creativity of postclassical Islamic scholarship as it explored the consequences of its intellectual break with the past. Against the still widespread view that intellectual ferment all but disappeared during the period, he shows how these intellectuals over the centuries developed and refined a sophisticated philosophy of language that speaks to core concerns of contemporary linguistics and philosophy.
TRATAMENTO INTEGRATIVO COM OZONIOTERAPIA E LASERTERAPIA EM FERIDA CAUSADA POR LOXOSCELISMO CUTÂNEO EM CÃO: RELATO DE CASO
Authors: PINTO G. A. C. , OLIVEIRA S. L. , CORRÊA F. G.
Published: September 2024

Este artigo apresenta um relato de caso de loxoscelismo cutâneo em um cão da raça Fila Brasileiro, com foco na descrição dos aspectos diagnósticos, terapêuticos e na evolução clínica do paciente. O loxoscelismo, causado pela picada de aranhas do gênero Loxosceles spp. (comumente conhecidas como aranhas marrons), é uma forma grave de araneísmo e pode se manifestar em formas cutâneas ou cutâneo-viscerais. A forma cutânea, predominante em 84% a 97% dos casos, é caracterizada por lesões inflamatórias locais que podem evoluir para necrose, enquanto a forma cutâneo-visceral é menos frequente, porém mais perigosa, podendo levar a complicações sistêmicas como insuficiência renal e distúrbios de coagulação. Embora o loxoscelismo seja amplamente reconhecido na medicina humana, há uma escassez de dados sobre sua ocorrência em animais de companhia, especialmente em gatos, dificultando o diagnóstico e o tratamento nesses casos. Em cães, no entanto, o conhecimento é derivado de relatos de caso, como o descrito neste artigo, que destaca os desafios diagnósticos devido à ausência de dor imediata, à falta de exames complementares específicos e à semelhança das lesões iniciais com outras dermatopatias. O estudo contribui para o entendimento dos sinais clínicos do loxoscelismo cutâneo em cães, discutindo a abordagem presuntiva para diagnóstico, baseada em histórico clínico, sinais observados e perfil epidemiológico da região.
Rigidity coefficients of rubber belts for dynamic testing of modulus of elasticity and shear modulus of non-wood engineered board
Authors: Xu Benhuan , Xu Qiyun , Wang Zheng , Shen Zhaoyu , Lin Qing
Published: September 2024

To determine the appropriate stiffness coefficient k values for rubber belts used in dynamic testing of the elastic modulus and shear modulus of timber and solid wood composite materials, this study employed three different thicknesses of rubber belts. Dynamic tests were conducted on straw boards, Laminated Veneer Lumber (LVL), and Spruce-Pine-Fir (SPF) materials, and the results were validated and analyzed using static four-point bending tests. The conclusions drawn from this research indicate that the range of stiffness coefficient k values for the rubber belts obtained through dynamic testing fell between 0.05 and 0.28 N/m. The correctness of the dynamic testing method was verified through static four-point bending tests. The error levels for elastic modulus E and shear modulus G of the same type of board measured using the three different rubber belts were below 9.5% and 9.8%, respectively.
Enterprice Resource Planning estudiantil y su influencia en la Gestión Administrativa-Académica en la Educación Superior
Authors: Torres Vásquez Duber Jorge
Published: September 2024

El crecimiento notable de los Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) en la gestión empresarial y las nuevas corrientes en la gestión de tecnologías flexibles por parte de los directivos, son los catalizadores principales del presente artículo. El objetivo es establecer la relación entre un ERP estudiantil y la gestión administrativa-académica en el Instituto Superior Tecnológico Privado de Investigaciones Industriales. Esta investigación es aplicada, correlacional, cuantitativa y preexperimental, realizada con un solo grupo y una única medición para recabar datos relevantes que se sometieron a la prueba estadística alfa de Cronbach para determinar su confiabilidad. Los resultados se presentan mediante frecuencias o intervalos de baremación y revelan altos niveles de aceptación, mostrando una clara tendencia positiva y correlaciones significativas. El estadístico Rho de Spearman muestra un valor de 0.458, evidenciando una relación considerable y una correlación regular que respaldan las hipótesis planteadas. Como conclusión, se establece que el ERP estudiantil influye de manera significativa en la gestión administrativa-académica del Instituto.