bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Web-Semantic-Driven Machine Learning and Blockchain for Transformative Change in the Future of Physical Education
Authors: Jun Wang , Iqbal Muhammad Shahid , Abbasi Rashid , Omar Marwan , Huiqin Chu
Published: February 2024

Machine learning is playing an increasingly important role in education. This article examines its potential to bring about transformative change in this field. By using machine learning algorithms, physical education teachers can gather and analyze data on student performance and behavior. This enables them to create personalized learning experiences that cater to the unique needs of each student. Machine learning can also track and assess student progress, providing educators with valuable insights into the effectiveness of their teaching strategies. Furthermore, it can optimize the design of physical education curricula and assessments, making them more efficient and effective. Additionally, machine learning offers a more objective and accurate approach to evaluating and grading students. This paper discusses the challenges and opportunities associated with integrating machine learning into physical education, including ethical considerations and potential limitations.
A Systematic Review on Engagement, Motivation, and Performance in MOOCs During the Post-Pandemic Time
Authors: Shen Yanfei , Chu Lili , Yang Song , Zhang Xueli , Yu Zhonggen
Published: February 2024

Since the outbreak of the pandemic in 2019, pandemic prevention and control has gradually become normal, and internet-based massive open online courses (MOOCs) have become widely available. Aiming to give an insight into learner engagement, motivation, and learning performance in MOOCs in the post-pandemic time, this study reviewed 52 articles through VOSviewer clustering and preferred reporting items for systematic reviews and meta-analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. It is concluded that learners' engagement in MOOCs is restricted by their own management strategy and psychological factors; in addition, learners in MOOCs are motivated by internal or external factors, thus making different responses; lastly, the study finds that in addition to engagement and motivation, the technical conditions of online learning can also affect learning performance to a large or small extent. It is expected that this study can provide reference for the future study into these aspects in MOOCs, especially in the post-pandemic time.
The Augmented Reality Effect on Destination Satisfaction Towards Revolutionizing Heritage Tourism in Sri Lanka
Authors: Prabuddha C. , Ranasinghe J. P. R. C. , Wasantha H. L. Neel , Dangalla D. K. T.
Published: February 2024

This study explores the impact of augmented reality (AR) on tourist destination satisfaction (DS) in Sri Lanka's heritage tourism, focusing on historical sites in Polonnaruwa. The research aims to improve the visitor experience and address inadequate funding for site rebuild, focusing on the mediating role of immersive experience and perceived value. Furthermore, the researcher surveyed 256 visitors to cultural and historical destinations as part of a quantitative research approach using IBM SPSS Statistics 25 and Smart PLS 4. The results show that AR and DS are significantly and positively related, with perceived value and immersive experience as mediators. According to the study, historical landmarks should include AR technology, and tourist staff members should get AR training. Moreover, future studies could investigate the long-term impacts of AR on visitors' attitudes, loyalty, and behaviour, as well as the cultural characteristics that influence how AR perceives heritage tourism.
TCDD and CH223191 Alter T Cell Balance but Fail to Induce Anti-Inflammatory Response in Adult Lupus Mice
Authors: Gutierrez Fernando , Murphy Quiyana M , Swartwout Brianna K , Read Kaitlin A , Edwards Michael R , Abdelhamid Leila , Cabana-Puig Xavier , Testerman James C , Xu Tian , Lu Ran , Amin Pavly , Cecere Thomas E , Reilly Christopher M , Oestreich Kenneth J , Ciupe Stanca M , Luo Xin M
Published: February 2024

Aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AhR) responds to endogenous and exogenous ligands as a cytosolic receptor, transcription factor, and E3 ubiquitin ligase. Several studies support an anti-inflammatory effect of AhR activation. However, exposure to the AhR agonist 2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin (TCDD) during early stages of development results in an autoimmune phenotype and exacerbates lupus. The effects of TCDD on lupus in adults with pre-existing autoimmunity have not been described. We present novel evidence that AhR stimulation by TCDD alters T cell responses but fails to impact lupus-like disease using an adult mouse model. Interestingly, AhR antagonist CH223191 also changed T cell balance in our model. We next developed a conceptual framework for identifying cellular and molecular factors that contribute to physiological outcomes in lupus and created models that describe cytokine dynamics that were fed into a system of differential equations to predict the kinetics of T follicular helper (Tfh) and regulatory T (Treg) cell populations. The model predicted that Tfh cells expanded to larger values following TCDD exposure compared with vehicle and CH223191. Following the initial elevation, both Tfh and Treg cell populations continuously decayed over time. A function based on the ratio of predicted Treg/Tfh cells showed that Treg cells exceed Tfh cells in all groups, with TCDD and CH223191 showing lower Treg/Tfh cell ratios than the vehicle and that the ratio is relatively constant over time. We conclude that AhR ligands did not induce an anti-inflammatory response to attenuate autoimmunity in adult lupus mice. This study challenges the dogma that TCDD supports an immunosuppressive phenotype.
CLEC-1 Restrains Acute Inflammatory Response and Recruitment of Neutrophils following Tissue Injury
Authors: Ligeron Camille , Saenz Javier , Evrard Berangere , Drouin Marion , Merieau Emmanuel , Mary Caroline , Biteau Kevin , Wilhelm Emmanuelle , Batty Cécile , Gauttier Vanessa , Baccelli Irene , Poirier Nicolas , Chiffoleau Elise
Published: February 2024

The inflammatory response is a key mechanism for the elimination of injurious agents but must be tightly controlled to prevent additional tissue damage and progression to persistent inflammation. C-type lectin receptors expressed mostly by myeloid cells play a crucial role in the regulation of inflammation by recognizing molecular patterns released by injured tissues. We recently showed that the C-type lectin receptor CLEC-1 is able to recognize necrotic cells. However, its role in the acute inflammatory response following tissue damage had not yet been investigated. We show in this study, in a mouse model of liver injury induced by acetaminophen intoxication, that Clec1a deficiency enhances the acute immune response with increased expression of Il1b, Tnfa, and Cxcl2 and higher infiltration of activated neutrophils into the injured organ. Furthermore, we demonstrate that Clec1a deficiency exacerbates tissue damage via CXCL2-dependent neutrophil infiltration. In contrast, we observed that the lack of CLEC-1 limits CCL2 expression and the accumulation, beyond the peak of injury, of monocyte-derived macrophages. Mechanistically, we found that Clec1a-deficient dendritic cells increase the expression of Il1b, Tnfa, and Cxcl2 in response to necrotic cells, but decrease the expression of Ccl2. Interestingly, treatment with an anti-human CLEC-1 antagonist mAb recapitulates the exacerbation of acute immunopathology observed by genetic loss of Clec1a in a preclinical humanized mouse model. To conclude, our results demonstrate that CLEC-1 is a death receptor limiting the acute inflammatory response following injury and represents a therapeutic target to modulate immunity.
Cutting Edge: Hypoxia Sensing by the Histone Demethylase UTX (KDM6A) Limits Colitogenic CD4+ T Cells in Mucosal Inflammation
Authors: Cheng Mandy I , Hong Lee , Bustillos Christian , Chen Bryan , Chin Scott , Luthers Christopher R , Vo Au , Sheikh Shehzad Z , Su Maureen A
Published: February 2024

Hypoxia is a hallmark of inflammatory conditions (e.g., inflammatory bowel disease [IBD]), and adaptive responses have consequently evolved to protect against hypoxia-associated tissue injury. Because augmenting hypoxia-induced protective responses is a promising therapeutic approach for IBD, a more complete understanding of these pathways is needed. Recent work has demonstrated that the histone demethylase UTX is oxygen-sensitive, but its role in IBD is unclear. In this study, we show that hypoxia-induced deactivation of UTX downregulates T cell responses in mucosal inflammation. Hypoxia results in decreased T cell proinflammatory cytokine production and increased immunosuppressive regulatory T cells, and these findings are recapitulated by UTX deficiency. Hypoxia leads to T cell accumulation of H3K27me3 histone modifications, suggesting that hypoxia impairs UTX’s histone demethylase activity to dampen T cell colitogenic activity. Finally, T cell–specific UTX deletion ameliorates colonic inflammation in an IBD mouse model, implicating UTX’s oxygen-sensitive demethylase activity in counteracting hypoxic inflammation.
TARGET BIOLOGICI DEGLI INTERFERENTI ENDOCRINI
Authors: Menegola Elena
Published: February 2024

The study of the biological impact of exposure to endocrine disruptors is a complex and constantly updated subject. Recent evidence shows, in fact, that even exposure to low dosages of these substances during embryonic development is able to alter the biology of cells, tissues and organs of both the individual himself and his progeny for at least three successive generations. The enormous impact of substances released currently and/or in the past into the environment falls both on human health and on wild and farmed animal species. Although the synthesis and commercialization of substances that are currently known as endocrine disruptors dates back to a century ago, the term endocrine disruptor was proposed later, in 1993 and identifies any exogenous substance (natural or synthetic) capable to interfere with normal hormonal functions, with the synthesis of hormones, with their transport within the body or with their catabolism. The alterations induced by endocrine disruptors can have the adult individual as a general target but are particularly worrying if the target is the developing embryo due to the nowadays known transgenerational effects. Finally, the toxicology of endocrine disruptors cannot ignore the evaluation of the effects on populations and, ultimately, on ecosystems. The essay illustrates the effects of some known endocrine disruptors at various levels, from molecular action to transgenerational effects, and the endocrine disruptor hypothesis which states that environmental endocrine disruptors have an impact on animal health altering the expression of key genes during embryonic development.
INTERFERENTI ENDOCRINI: VALUTAZIONE DEL RISCHIO DI EFFETTI SULLA RIPRODUZIONE E SVILUPPO EMBRIONALE
Authors: Moretto Angelo
Published: February 2024

The definition of endocrine disruptor includes those compounds that cause adverse effects by a mechanism of action involving one, or rarely, more components of the complex of hormones that regulate the life of a higher organism. This classification differs from other toxicological classifications because it considers a mode of action rather than an effect. Like all quality classifications, and not based on quantitative data such as the dose-response relationship and the estimation of exposure, typical of risk assessment, it is not very useful for the management of substances so classified. In fact, decisions based on dichotomous classifications, interfering/non-interfering, can only be dichotomous, approved/non-approved use. Toxicity studies performed on the experimental animal identify the apical effects, including those that can result from a mechanism involving the hormonal system. On the basis of the dose response relationship for these effects, it is possible to identify the dose without effect (No Observable Adverse Effect Level, NOAEL, generally expressed in mg/kg body weight) and from this, dividing by appropriate factors, called safety or uncertainty factors, the exposure limit is defined (for example the Acceptable Daily Intake, ADI). If effects possibly related to endocrine disruption are observed, specific in vitro, in vivo or even computational studies may be conducted to understand the mechanism underlying the observed effect and, possibly, to a more accurate definition of the dose response relationship. Therefore, the simple classification as endocrine disruptor should not preclude the quantitative approach to risk assessment, and the classification should not be use alone to take risk management decisions.
RIGENERAZIONE E INTERFERENTI ENDOCRINI NEGLI ECHINODERMI
Authors: Candia Carnevali M. Daniela
Published: February 2024

Regeneration phenomena performed by animals following self-induced or traumatic mutilations are characterized by complex developmental processes distinct from the embryonic ones and finely regulated by endocrine and neuro-humoral mechanisms. Echinoderms are a phylum of marine invertebrates where the regenerative potential is expressed at all the the life cycle stages allowing regeneration of tissues and organs and even of whole individuals from body fragments. The capabilities to easily undergo complex regenerative phenomena provide occasion for a controlled study of physiological developmental processes in adult animals and make Echinoderms ideal models to monitor the effects of environmental contamination, with particular reference to those caused by endocrine disrupters (ED) compounds. In the context of dedicated European and national projects, recent researches were addressed to study the effects of exposure to different classes of ED compounds (polyclorinated biphenyls, organotins, pesticides and others) on regenerative development of Echinoderms: the selected model species was the crinoid Antedon mediterranea. The obtained results showed that a prolonged exposure to ED compounds has a relevant impact on regeneration mechanisms inducing in the exposed individuals 1) anomalies in terms of regeneration times, morphogenesis, histogenesis and differentiation, 2) remarkable alterations of steroid hormons levels, showing a close concentration/effect correlation for all the tested compounds.
EFFETTI DEGLI INTERFERENTI ENDOCRINI SULLE COMUNITÀ DI INVERTEBRATI MARINI
Authors: Pennati Roberta
Published: February 2024

Organic pollutants with disrupting activity on the endocrine system are known as endocrine disrupting compounds (ECDs) and are broadly diffuse on the Planet. By different pathways, they reach the marine environment that is the ultimate collector of these substances. Several researches pointed out acute and chronic effects of these pollutants on the reproduction and development of fish and marine mammals. Fewer studies have been dedicated to explore the effects of ECDs on marine invertebrates though these represent most of marine biodiversity. Researches are hampered by limited knowledge of endocrinology and physiology of several animal groups, which has been studied only for few phyla such as mollusks, annelids and arthropods. The clearest example of endocrine disruption by a chemical compound in marine environment is the pseudo-hermaphroditism caused in females of prosobranch mollusks by the exposure to tributyltin, an antifouling agent used in the paints for ships. This molecule has an adverse effect also on crustaceans in which it inhibits the signaling pathway of the molting hormone. Several studies evidenced that lot of marine invertebrate species are sensible to the action of estrogenic compounds (xeno-estrogens) such as Bisphenol A and Nonylphenol that are used in the manufacturing of the plastic materials. Nevertheless, molecular mechanisms responsible for the observed effects are still uncertain. In my laboratory, we demonstrated that tunicates, that do not have estrogen receptors, are sensible to the action of xeno-estrogens that act by binding to a different group of receptors, the Estrogen Related Receptors. Since these receptors are present also in mammals, our studies could help to clarify pathogenic mechanisms shared with humans.
CONSIDERAZIONI CONCLUSIVE
Authors: De Bernardi Fiorenza
Published: February 2024

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Factors Associated with Depression among Working-Age Household Heads in Korea: A Cross-Sectional Household Study
Authors: Nguyen Thi Thanh Lan , Nguyen Van Cuong
Published: February 2024

Background: Depression is a mental disorder common worldwide. This study determined the relationships between demographics, health status, household parameters, and depression rates among working-age household heads.Methods: We analyzed data from the Korea Welfare Panel Study Survey conducted in 2020. The 11-item version of the Center for Epidemiologic Studies Depression Scale was used to assess depression. Bivariate analyses and a multiple logistic regression model were used to evaluate the influence of these factors on depression among household heads.Results: The overall prevalence of depression among working-age household heads was 11.69% (19.83% of females and 9.58% of males). The relative risk of depression was 1.71 times higher among the unemployed than among wage earners and 2.18 times higher among those with low income than among those with general income. The relative risk of depression was 3.23 times higher in those with poor health status than in those with good health, and 2.45 times more in those with severe disabilities than in those without disabilities. The rate of depression decreased with education level, number of family members, and presence of children but increased with the presence of the disabled or elderly.Conclusion: This study provides a comprehensive overview of depression among working-age household heads and identifies factors strongly associated with depression. These findings may have implications for policymakers to reduce the burden on and improve the quality of life of household heads.
Choosing Periodontology for Specialty Specialization: Perspective of Dental Undergraduate Students
Authors: Gupta Prabhati , Chowdhary Zoya , Singh Vikas , Bajaj Aashima , Gupta Disha , Loitongbam Monika
Published: February 2024

Background:

The attitudes of dental students to study a particular specialty of dentistry in post-graduation are of great importance as these facilitate workforce planning in the dental sector.

Aim and Objective:

To assess the attitude of dental students towards choosing periodontology as their future career and to explore demographic variables that affect their choice.

Materials and Methods:

A cross-sectional survey based on a questionnaire was conducted, including students of the third and fourth years and interns of the dental college. Twenty-seven questions, graded on a Likert scale (5-point) were included in the questionnaire, and the responses were categorised via three attitudes: negative (score 0–21), neutral (score 22–44) and positive (score 45–64). The Chi-square test for proportions was used to examine the differences between groups.

Results:

Among 114 participants, 53 (46.5%) were males and 61 (53.5%) were females. One-third of the respondents had a positive attitude towards selecting periodontology as their future career, and the majority had a neutral perspective, with a few students having a negative attitude (20.2%). Out of the total, 34.2% of respondents had a positive attitude, and 45.6% showed a neutral attitude or perspective.

Conclusion:

Efforts should be intensified, and undergraduate (UG) students should be motivated by broadening the scope of the field in the UG curriculum by the dental council so that the students show considerable interest in pursuing the field as their future career.
Big mapping class groups with uncountable integral homology
Authors: Palmer Martin , Wu Xiaolei
Published: February 2024

We prove that, for any infinite-type surface

S

, the integral homology of the closure of the compactly-supported mapping class group

\smash{\overline{\mathrm{PMap}_c(S)}}

and of the Torelli group

\mathcal{T}(S)

is uncountable in every positive degree. By our results in [arXiv:2211.07470] and other known computations, such a statement cannot be true for the full mapping class group

\mathrm{Map}(S)

for all infinite-type surfaces 

S

. However, we are still able to prove that the integral homology of

\mathrm{Map}(S)

is uncountable in all positive degrees for a large class of infinite-type surfaces

S

. The key property of this class of surfaces is, roughly, that the space of ends of the surface

S

contains a limit point of topologically distinguished points. Our result includes in particular all finite-genus surfaces having countable end spaces with a unique point of maximal Cantor–Bendixson rank

\alpha

, where

\alpha

is a successor ordinal. We also observe an order-

10

element in the first homology of the pure mapping class group of any surface of genus 

2

, answering a recent question of G. Domat.
Partial groupoid representations and a relation with the Birget–Rhodes expansion
Authors: Lautenschlaeger Wesley G. , Tamusiunas Thaísa
Published: February 2024

We introduce partial groupoid representations of a finite groupoid

\mathcal{G}

on an algebra 

\mathcal{A}

. We also show that the partial groupoid representations of

\mathcal{G}

are in one-to-one correspondence with the representations of the algebra generated by the Birget–Rhodes expansion

\mathcal{G}^{\mathrm{BR}}

of

\mathcal{G}

.
Coregular submanifolds and Poisson submersions
Authors: Cordeiro Brambila Lilian , Frejlich Pedro , Mart\'ınez Torres David
Published: February 2024

In this paper, we analyze
submersions with Poisson fibres
. These are submersions whose total space carries a Poisson structure, on which the ambient Poisson structure pulls back, as a Dirac structure, to Poisson structures on each individual fibre. Our “Poisson–Dirac viewpoint” is prompted by natural examples of Poisson submersions with Poisson fibres –in toric geometry and in Poisson–Lie groups– whose analysis was not possible using the existing tools in the Poisson literature. The first part of the paper studies the Poisson–Dirac perspective of inducing Poisson structures on submanifolds. This is a rich landscape, in which subtle behaviours abound, as illustrated by a surprising “jumping phenomenon” concerning the complex relation between the induced and the ambient symplectic foliations, which we discovered here. These pathologies, however, are absent from the well-behaved and abundant class of
coregular
submanifolds, with which we are mostly concerned here. The second part of the paper studies Poisson submersions with Poisson fibres –the natural Poisson generalization of flat symplectic bundles. These Poisson submersions have coregular Poisson–Dirac fibres, and behave functorially with respect to such submanifolds. We discuss the subtle collective behavior of the Poisson fibres of such Poisson fibrations, and explain their relation to pencils of Poisson structures. The third and final part applies the theory developed to Poisson submersions with Poisson fibres which arise in Lie theory. We also show that such submersions are a convenient setting for the associated bundle construction, and we illustrate this by producing new Poisson structures with a finite number of symplectic leaves. Some of the points in the paper being fairly new, we illustrate the many fine issues that appear with an abundance of (counter-)examples.
Mainstreaming gender in transboundary water governance: a South Asian perspective
Authors: Jolly Stellina , Singh Shachi , Saraswat Ashish
Published: February 2024

In South Asia, multiple transboundary river basins are shared by countries of varying size and influence. Sharing the waters of these trans-boundary river systems has been a cause of conflict in the region for over seven decades. Economically, socially, and culturally, the people of South Asia are heavily dependent on these water resources for their sustenance. However, the reliance on water resources is gendered, and due to persistent economic and social disparities and restricted participation in decision-making, South Asian women are more susceptible than men to the uncertainties surrounding water supplies. The international water law and transboundary water agreements (TWAs) fail to highlight the considerable vulnerabilities that women experience in finding their voice in transboundary water governance. The 1997 UN-Watercourses Convention has certain entry points for incorporating gender concerns. However, the Convention has failed explicitly to adopt gender as a cross-cutting theme. This article analyses the existing legal framework of the transboundary water agreements in South Asia and addresses whether and how far gender-specific issues have been incorporated into these agreements. This is an attempt to identify specific entry points and strategies for gender engagement in transboundary water governance and to put forth the argument that any step aiming to incorporate gender concerns should be specific to the needs of the women of the region.
Primary and Secondary Suffering in Psychiatry, Oncology, Buddhism, Transhumanism, and the Necessity of Its Overcoming
Authors: Ivanchenko Mariia A.
Published: February 2024

The paper raises the question of the essence and necessity of primary and secondary suffering in psychiatry, oncology, Buddhism, and transhumanism. It directly explores the phenomenon of suffering, drawing a distinction between primary and secondary suffering in these domains of medicine and philosophy. The article presents objections to common misconceptions regarding the irreplaceable and significant role of suffering in human experience and for humanity as a whole.

The study aims to deconstruct the assumed value of primary and secondary suffering for both humans and posthumanity. An analysis of the problem of primary and secondary suffering is conducted to substantiate the fundamental importance of overcoming suffering as such.

One of the research methods employed is the conducting of analytical, focused individual interviews with medical professionals and religious figures, complemented by content analysis. A deconstructive and phenomenological approach is also utilized.

Both psychiatric and oncological fields are selected as exemplars representing the quintessence of mental and physical suffering. Buddhism and transhumanism are chosen as philosophical responses to the suffering addressed in psychiatry and oncology.

Emphasizing the problem of suffering is essential to prioritize its resolution. Meditation is suggested as a method for addressing secondary suffering; science and technology are proposed as means to overcome suffering in general. The article is intended for a broad readership, particularly researchers in philosophy, psychology, futurology, as well as for posthumanists, transhumanists, immortalists, and those interested in the topic of overcoming suffering, illness, senility, and death.
Managing the Wealth of Nations
Authors: Rössner Philipp Robinson
Published: February 2024

This pioneering work debunks the neoliberal origin myth of how capitalism came into the world. Rössner follows the development of capitalism from the Middle Ages through the industrial revolution to the modern day, casting new light on the areas where premodern political economies of growth and development made a difference.
On Optimization of Functional Parameters of Color Dimensions and Size Relations for Combating Resonance Disorders During Restoration
Authors:   Candidateof technical sciences, associate professor, doctoral  student.BakuEngineering University, Azerbaijan, Haji oglu Aliyev Balakhan , daughter Karimova Irada Murad ,   Associate Professor Karimova Irada Murad daughter Azerbaijan State Oil and Industry University.Azerbaijan, Azerbaijan
Published: February 2024

The calculation of the dependent for determining the optimal values of the vibrational coefficients of the transmission functional equalizing gears by non-circular gears in the fight against resonant vibrations in the gearbox has been obtained.
Solving Ordinary Differential Equations with Boundary Conditions Numerically
Authors:   Centro de Bachillerato Tecnológico industrial y de servicios No. 190, Av. 15 Col. Venustiano Carranza 2da Sección, Boca del Río, 94297, Veracruz, México., Hernandez M. A. Sandoval- , Morales-Alarcon G. J. ,   Instituto de Psicología y Educación, Universidad Veracruzana, Agustín Melgar 2, col. 21 de Marzo, Xalapa, 91010 Veracruz, México., Filobello-Nino U. A. ,   Facultad de Instrumentación Electrónica, Universidad Veracruzana, Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán S/N, Xalapa, 91090, Veracruz, México., Vazquez-Leal H. ,   Facultad de Instrumentación Electrónica, Universidad Veracruzana, Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán S/N, Xalapa, 91090, Veracruz, México., Sampieri-Gonzalez C.E. ,   Instituto de Psicología y Educación, Universidad Veracruzana, Agustín Melgar 2, col. 21 de Marzo, Xalapa, 91010 Veracruz, México., Pretelin-Canela J. E. ,   Facultad de Instrumentación Electrónica, Universidad Veracruzana, Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán S/N, Xalapa, 91090, Veracruz, México., Escobar-Flores A. R. ,   Facultad de Instrumentación Electrónica, Universidad Veracruzana, Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán S/N, Xalapa, 91090, Veracruz, México., GascaHerrera A. E. ,   Facultad de Instrumentación Electrónica, Universidad Veracruzana, Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán S/N, Xalapa, 91090, Veracruz, México., Alvarez-Gasca O. ,   Facultad de Instrumentación Electrónica, Universidad Veracruzana, Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán S/N, Xalapa, 91090, Veracruz, México., Contreras-Hernandez A. D. ,   Facultad de Instrumentación Electrónica, Universidad Veracruzana, Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán S/N, Xalapa, 91090, Veracruz, México., Jacome-Friscione J. E. Perez- ,   Facultad de Instrumentación Electrónica, Universidad Veracruzana, Circuito Gonzalo Aguirre Beltrán S/N, Xalapa, 91090, Veracruz, México., Torreblanca-Bouchan S. E. ,   Centro de Bachillerato Tecnológico industrial y de servicios No. 190, Av. 15 Col. Venustiano Carranza 2da Sección, Boca del Río, 94297, Veracruz, México, Alday-Garcia A. ,   Facultad de Medicina, Calles Médicos y Odontólogos, Col. Unidad del Bosque, Xalapa 91010, Veracruz.
Published: February 2024

This article elucidates the method and implementation of finite differences, aiming to enhance clarity for students and provide detailed insights into its application, as many authors assume a pre-existing understanding of numerical analysis. It includes two case studies employing Dirichlet and Cauchy boundary conditions, demonstrating the precision and effectiveness of this numerical tool in obtaining results.
Revisiting the Role of Micronutrients in the Healing Process of Burn Injury
Authors:   Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine University of Jenderal Soedirman - Margono Soekarjo County Hospital, Indonesia., Fawzy Ahmad , Gondokesumo Michele ,   Ngudi Waluyo Wlingi Hospital, Indonesia, Nafisah Aqilatun ,   Faculty of Medicine University of Jenderal Soedirman, Indonesia, Ilham Khoerul ,   Faculty of Medicine University of Jenderal Soedirman, Indonesia
Published: February 2024

Burn injuries are an under-appreciated trauma that can affect anyone, anytime and anywhere. The injuries can be caused by friction, cold, heat, radiation, chemical or electric sources, but the majority of burn injuries are caused by heat from hot liquids, solids or fire. Micronutrients are vitamins and minerals needed by the body in very small amounts. Micronutrients (vitamins and minerals) have numerous health benefits including tissue maintenance, bone and teeth formation and health, serving as cofactors and coenzymes to enzyme various enzyme systems, aiding the regulation and coordination of most body functions, and other biochemical and physiological functions in the body. Major burns require a comprehensive approach addressing both burn severity management and nutritional support. Micronutrients, such as vitamin C, zinc, and vitamin D, play indispensable roles in wound healing, immune function, and overall well-being. Challenges in micronutrient interaction, genetic factors, and patient variability underscore the importance of personalized nutrition therapy in burn care. Future research should explore optimal micronutrient dosages, duration of effectiveness, and potential long-term effects, while precision medicine approaches could enhance burn care by addressing inflammation and infection challenges. Burn management should also integrate precision medicine approaches, recognizing role of inflammation to enhance burn care by mitigating the impact of the hypermetabolic state and providing optimal nutrition. The focus on high-carbohydrate diets, protein supplementation, and careful attention to micronutrient replacement aligns with the goal of meeting heightened caloric needs while minimizing overfeeding.
Prospective Analysis of the Role of Actors in Stunting Management Policies in Sambas District
Authors:   Public Administration Departement, Tanjungpura University, Indonesia, Arifin Arifin , Hardilina Hardilina ,   Public Administration Departement, Tanjungpura University, Indonesia, Rochmawati Ida ,   Public Administration Departement, Tanjungpura University, Indonesia, Achmad Achmad ,   Universitas Terbuka UPBJJ Pontianak, Indonesia
Published: February 2024

Policies for handling stunting in the Sambas Regency area, especially in border areas, both at the formulation and implementation levels, face complex obstacles. Reconstructing policy strategies and their implementation by looking more deeply at the interactions between policy actors or what is visible in policy networks, in the short and long term can make a positive contribution to the development of programs in handling stunting. The research method used is a mixed method to look at network patterns and reconstruct them as well as describe detailed steps (strategies) for handling stunting. The results of the research show that there are two stakeholders or actors who have the most dominant role, namely having a large influence but low dependence, the Sajingan Besar Community Health Center and Pos Yandu, or the community group driving program activities in Kaliau Village. Meanwhile, stakeholders or actors who have dominant influence but still high dependency are Community Activity Groups in general and MSMEs (Small and Micro Enterprises). This shows that fewer stakeholders play a more dominant role, namely only 4 stakeholders compared to other actors. Therefore, strong role interaction between stakeholders is needed to increase the effectiveness of the strategies used to overcome the stunting problem.
Analysis of the Application of Single Identity Number in an Effort to Increase Taxpayer Compliance in Carrying Out Tax Obligations
Authors:   Department of Accounting, Faculty of Economics and Business, Halu Oleo University, Indonesia, Awaluddin Ishak , Hadisantoso Erwin ,   Department of Accounting, Faculty of Economics and Business, Halu Oleo University, Indonesia, Safaruddin Safaruddin ,   Department of Accounting, Faculty of Economics and Business, Halu Oleo University, Indonesia, Jipu Lin Wisly ,   Department of Accounting, Faculty of Economics and Business, Halu Oleo University, Indonesia
Published: February 2024

This study aims to analyze how the Pratama Kendari Tax Service Office implements the single identity number and to find out whether the application of single identity number improves the taxpayer's compliance in carrying out tax obligations. The data used are primary data obtained through interviews, observations and documentation with the service staff at the Pratama Kendari Tax Service Office. Data analysis techniques are carried out by the process of regularly searching and structuring the data obtained from the results of interviews and documentation by reducing the data, presenting the data and drawing conclusions/verifications. The results of the study showed that the application of the single identity number has been running since the tax day, which is July 14, 2022 and as many as 80% of taxpayers registered with the Kendari Pratama Tax Service Office have validated the ID number into a Taxpayer Identification Number. This shows that the taxpayer has been sufficiently compliant in carrying out its taxation obligations.
Interpersonal and Informational Justices as Correlates of the Whistle-Blowers’ Intentions in Nigeria
Authors:   Department of Business Administration, Faculty of Management Sciences, Delta State University, Abraka, Nigeria, Power, PhD ISAAC A.
Published: February 2024

This study examined whether interpersonal and informational justices are correlates of whistle-blowers’ intentions among selected local government areas in Delta State, Nigeria. In this study, two dimensions of organizational justice (interpersonal and informational justices) were used. In order to carry out the study, questionnaires were administered to employees in six local government areas and data obtained were analyzed via descriptive and inferential statistical techniques. On the basis of the analysis, it was found that while there is a significant relationship between interpersonal distributive justice and whistle-blowers’ intentions, an insignificant relationship was found between informational justices and whistle-blowers’ intentions. Thus, only interpersonal justice serve as a correlate of the whistle-blowers’ intentions. The study recommended the integration of internal disclosures via code of ethics and honesty reporting to support whistle-blowers as well as in silencing and/or punishing the whistle-blowers via retaliatory measures put in place by management of public sector.
Bank Risk Trends and Integrated Risk Management
Authors:   Triatma Mulya University, Budi Artha I Wayan
Published: February 2024

The very rapid development of technology, especially information technology, increasingly massive use of the internet and social media, hydrometeorological events/climate change, disease pandemics and very rapid environmental changes, have resulted in bank risks experiencing an increasing and increasingly complex trend. Several common risks, such as operational, credit, strategic, market, liquidity, legal, compliance and reputation risks which previously dominated bank risks, have increased and several new risks have emerged. These new risk trends include cyber risk, climate change, data privacy, third party collaboration/outsourcing. These risks must be integrated into all business processes and mitigated properly so that their impact can be minimized by implementing integrated risk management and effective governance. The implementation of good governance and supported by integrated risk management can encourage improvements in the quality of sound banking management, increase competitiveness, resilience and encourage sustainable growth.
Avaliação da qualidade de aplicativos móveis utilizados no desenvolvimento da força muscular
Authors: Isaza-Gómez Germán Darío , Osorio-Roa Diana Marcela , González-Valencia Heriberto , Puerchnambut-Cadena Brandon Samyr
Published: February 2024

A integração da tecnologia ao cotidiano configurou outras formas de relações sociais, rompendo o cotidiano dos processos educacionais e esportivos. O objetivo do estudo foi avaliar a qualidade objetiva, subjetiva e o impacto percebido de um conjunto de aplicativos móveis utilizados no desenvolvimento da capacidade física condicional de força muscular. A metodologia foi desenvolvida seguindo a lógica do método de investigação Delphi, permitindo identificar as opiniões de um grupo de especialistas, com base na sua experiência, formação, análise crítica e reflexão de um problema definido, utilizando a versão User do instrumento Rating Scale Classificação de Aplicativos Móveis - Versão do Usuário da Escala de Classificação de Aplicativos Móveis - [uMARS]. Os resultados mostraram que para cada grupo de especialistas existiam aplicações móveis de particular interesse, apesar de partilharem uma área de conhecimento comum. O processo de avaliação estabeleceu que a aplicação com melhor classificação foram exercícios para a parte inferior do corpo; enquanto a classificação mais baixa, em média, foi o Crouching Squats Workout em relação à sua qualidade objetiva e subjetiva e impacto percebido. Em conclusão, estes tipos de estudos fornecem uma visão geral do impacto e da qualidade das aplicações móveis, da sua relevância e contribuições significativas para os processos de inovação tecnológica que ocorrem no campo da educação e do desporto, além de conseguirem consolidar novas ideias críticas e investigativas. cenários na produção e desenvolvimento de aplicações móveis.
Palavras-chave: Aplicativos móveis, força muscular, esporte, qualidade, impacto, inovação tecnológica.
Older adults’ satisfaction with pharmaceutical care in an out-patient pharmacy of a Nigerian teaching hospital
Authors:   Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Biopharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Sagamu Campus, Sagamu, Ogun State, Nigeria, Eze Uchenna IH , Ojieabu Winifred A ,   Department of Clinical Pharmacy and Biopharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Sagamu Campus, Sagamu, Ogun State, Nigeria, Eze Michael SC ,   Mic Elliot Pharmacy, No. 1 Abiola Keazor Akute, Ogun State, Nigeria
Published: February 2024

Purpose: To evaluate older adults’ level of satisfaction with pharmaceutical care and to identify associated factors. Methods: A cross sectional survey was conducted among 200 older adults attending the Pharmacy unit of the Consultant Outpatient Department, Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital (OOUTH) Sagamu for 4 weeks. A 26- item questionnaire addressing the socio-demographic characteristics and satisfaction variables on a 5-point Likert scale of excellent (5) very good (4) good (3) fair (2) and poor (1) with a range of 20-100 score was utilized. Using IBM SPSS version 20, unpaired t-test and one-way ANOVA were done for further analysis and significant P - value was set at < 0.05. Results: Response rate was 83.5% and reliability of the questionnaire was 0.842. Most respondents were females 91(54.5%) ranging from 60-69 years 84(50.3%) and married 131(78.4%). Overall satisfaction score was 66.34±16.09. Patients were most and least satisfied with ‘The privacy of conversations with the Pharmacist’ 81.4±16.8 and ‘The availability of the pharmacist to answer your questions” 55 ±23.8 respectively. No significant association was found between demographic variables and satisfaction levels. Conclusion: Overall satisfaction score with pharmaceutical care was good and there was no significant association with socio-demographic variables. Keywords: Pharmaceutical Care, satisfaction, out-patient, hospital, Nigeria
Infectious Diseases in Radiology: The Crucial Role of Radiographer
Authors:   Medical Radiography Instructor, University of Doha for Science and Technology, Qatar, Mohammed Hissa
Published: February 2024

This case report aims to underscore the significance of radiographer education in the realm of infectious diseases within the field of radiology. The increasing prevalence of infectious diseases poses a considerable challenge to healthcare professionals, particularly those working in radiology departments. This report discusses a case study that highlights the importance of thorough radiographer training to effectively manage patients with infectious diseases, safeguarding both healthcare providers and patients.
High Association between Gallstones and Incidence of Cirrhosis in Chinese Chronic Hepatitis B Patients
Authors:   Department of Infectious Disease and Hepatic Disease, The First People’s Hospital of Yunnan Province, Kunming, Yunnan 650100, China, Geng Jiawei , Xia Xueshan ,   Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan 650500, China, Liu Min ,   Faculty of Life Science and Technology, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming, Yunnan 650500, China
Published: February 2024

Background: Multiple previous studies have reported that patients with cirrhosis have a higher incidence of gallstone disease, we aimed to investigate the reverse association, that is, whether CHB patients with gallstones are more likely to develop liver cirrhosis.
Enhancement of the Properties of Nano Glass Fibre Composites – A Review of Some Significant Trends
Authors:   Department of Textile Chemistry, SSM College of Engineering, Komarapalayam, Tamil Nadu, India, Gokraneshan N
Published: February 2024

The article provides some significant insights on the properties of nano glass fibre composites. Fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites plays an important role in many industries; because weight to strength ratio is extremely high when compared to monolithic metals.
Urban Sprawl: A Cause of Concern for Solid Waste Management in Peri-Urban Areas: A Case of Emthunzini Township in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Authors:   Water and Climate Change, Natural Resources Governance & Management, Food Security, Zimbabwe, Siphephisiwe Dube
Published: February 2024

Solid waste management (SWM) constitutes one of the most crucial health and environmental hazards facing communities in peri-urban areas of Bulawayo. Bulawayo was once labeled as the cleanest city in Zimbabwe, however a lot need to be desired as the population grows and as the city expands.
Research on the Development of Cold Chain Logistics in China and Countermeasures in the Post-Epidemic Era
Authors:   School of Management, Shanwei Vocational and Technical College, 516600, Xujun Zhang , Yuede Wang ,   School of Management, Shanwei Vocational and Technical College, 516600
Published: February 2024

Cold chain logistics has developed rapidly and the scale of the industry has been expanding. Go deep into the front line, the per capita cold chain resources in China’s cold chain logistics are low, there is a shortage of cold chain goods, blindly start construction in various places to expand storage and transportation capacity, the lack of top-level overall planning and design of industry development, repeated construction, uneven distribution of cold chain logistics service capabilities, lack of efficient and unified information sharing platform, imperfect information sharing mechanism, unsmooth flow of market information, insufficient support from industry authorities, poor stability of industry development and other prominent problems, and analyze their causes.
Theoretical Methane Production Predictions from Macromolecular Composition of Vegetable and Fruit Wastes: Online Biogas App
Authors:   Luis Environmental Care Ltd, P.O. BOX 14627-00100, Nairobi, Kenya, J K Mbugua , D N Mbui ,   Department of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, P.O. Box 30197-00100, Nairobi, Kenya, J M Mwaniki ,   Department of Chemistry, University of Nairobi, P.O. Box 30197-00100, Nairobi, Kenya, a G Waswa ,   Department of Physical Science, South Eastern Kenya University, P.O. Box 170-90200 Kitui, Kenya
Published: February 2024

Biogas can be produced from vegetable and fruit wastes from marketplaces, inoculated with slaughterhouse waste at different temperature ranges.