bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Exploring the Digital Landscape of Antidepressant Use: Demographic Insights, Emotional Analysis, and Topic Modeling (Preprint)
Authors: Zhu Jianfeng , Zhang Xinyu , Jin Ruoming , Jiang Hailong , Kenne Deric R
Published: May 2024

BACKGROUND

Antidepressant medications are widely used to manage depression and anxiety disorders. Given that these medications have been around for many years, their side effects are well documented. Apart from common side effects, there are new emerging data reporting unexpected side effects or stress related challenges that clinicians should be aware of.

OBJECTIVE

The goal of this study to analyze the demographic profiles, symptomatology, and platform-specific differences in online discussions about antidepressant side effects. Exploring the antidepressant side effects in different gender and age, then the clinical with detailed information to improve the documentation and management of drug side effects.

METHODS

We collected dataset from Ask a patient and Reddit platform. A mixed methods approach including quantitative analysis and qualitative analysis. Which we leverage Natural Language Processing method to examine the demographic and symptoms comments, and exploring the language linguistic patterns on word, topic, and theme of posts.

RESULTS

The analysis highlighted significant gender-based differences in antidepressant side effects. Females reported more gastrointestinal, neurological, sleep, general physical, and emotional symptoms, while males reported more sexual health issues. Users frequently discussed withdrawal symptoms and challenges with switching medications, revealing anxiety about the withdrawal process. Unique symptoms such as toe infections, visual changes, and pulsatile tinnitus were also noted. The strong correlation between fear and neurological, gastrointestinal, and sleep-related symptoms suggests these physical symptoms significantly contribute to emotional distress.

CONCLUSIONS

These findings underscore the necessity for gender-sensitive healthcare approaches and highlight new concerns that are not typically covered in standard drug descriptions. Addressing these issues directly in consultations can improve patient outcomes by fostering better adherence to medication regimens and enhancing overall treatment satisfaction. Future research should focus on understanding the unique challenges faced by specific demographics, particularly women in reproductive age who use birth control, to provide more effective and personalized care.
Virginia Woolf’s Common Readers in Paris
Authors: Southworth Helen , Staveley Alice , N. Hannah Matthew , Battershill Claire , Willson Gordon Elizabeth
Published: May 2024

In this article, we analyze historical, biographical, geolocational, and book distribution data from the Shakespeare and Company Project to understand Virginia Woolf’s readership in Paris in the 1920s and 1930s. The lending library cards from Sylvia Beach’s archive reveal the names of Woolf’s readers, and include important information about their reading habits and professional lives. The article uses a mixed-methods approach, combining historical and archival research on individual readers with visualizations of demographic, literary, and geographical data. Datasets from the Shakespeare and Company Project provide unique access to the networks of distribution, circulation, and readership that defined Woolf’s literary presence in Paris. These networks, in turn, resonate with Woolf’s own deep interest in her various readerships and publics.
Sylvia Beach’s Final Book
Authors: Walsh Keri
Published: May 2024

After her retirement as a bookseller, Sylvia Beach continued to promote new books. This article tells the story of one of these books—the last to be recorded on the Shakespeare and Company lending library cards. In 1962, Beach gave a copy of Bryher’s memoir, The Heart to Artemis (1962), to Jean-Dominique Rey, a young French intellectual. The article argues that the gift demonstrates Beach’s efforts to ensure that the accomplishments of her circle of queer women would not be lost to history.
A Privacy Focused Chat Application Build Using Flutter
Authors: Pijdurkar Ashwini , Barbare Geetesh , Jagdale Ritesh , Dhangekar Pratik , Gopal Dnyanesh
Published: May 2024

Abstract: In contemporary virtual age, privateness issues have grow to be more and more frequent, mainly in communique platforms where touchy statistics is exchanged. This research paper presents the development of a privacy-focused chat application built using Flutter and Firebase. The utility prioritizes person privateness by means of implementing give up-to-give up encryption, making sure that handiest the supposed recipients can get entry to the messages exchanged. Additionally, the platform consists of robust authentication mechanisms to protect consumer debts and prevent unauthorized access. Through the usage of Firebase as the backend infrastructure, the chat software guarantees scalability, reliability, and actual-time synchronization of data across gadgets. The paper discusses the technical implementation details, such as the encryption algorithms employed, authentication techniques utilized, and the mixing of Firebase offerings. Furthermore, it evaluates the effectiveness of the privacy measures carried out and explores capability regions for similarly enhancement. This studies contributes to the developing body of understanding surrounding privacy-centric software development and gives insights into growing stable verbal exchange platforms in the virtual technology.
An empirical investigation on determinants of saving intention towards saving behavior of young people in the post-COVID-19 era
Authors: Van Pham Thi Thanh , Ngo Thi Ngoc Anh , Son Vu Thanh , Le Thanh Tam
Published: May 2024

This paper is aimed at analyzing the factors affecting the saving intention and behavior of young people in Vietnam. Employing exploratory factor analysis (EFA), confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), and structural equation modeling (SEM), data from 236 respondents were analyzed to assess the influence of independent variables on the dependent variable, saving behavior. Deep interview techniques were also incorporated to bolster the quantitative model’s outcomes. The empirical findings align with prior research (Rodermund, 2012; Phan & Zhou, 2014) and provide evidence supporting the view of high correlations between the saving behaviors of young people and personal finance factors. First, all three factors including financial literacy, subjective norms, and saving attitudes have a positive impact on young people’s saving intention. Second, saving intention has a significant positive impact on saving behavior. Recommendations to young people, parents of young people, educational institutions, and government agencies are proposed for improving the saving behaviors of young people toward financial independence in the post-COVID-19 pandemic era.
INSTITUTIONAL RACISM IN SULTANZADAH'S NOVEL 'SHAM-E AKHIR-E AFGHANI' (2021)
Authors: Mohammadi Noria
Published: May 2024

This research addresses institutional racism in Afghanistan, focusing on Mohammad Asif Sultanzadah's novel entitled Sham-e Akhir-e Afghani (2021). Utilizing the theoretical framework of institutional racism from Carmichael and Hamilton (1967), this study employs a qualitative approach with textual analysis as the primary tool. In the novel, Sultanzadah’s narrative highlights institutional racism perpetrated by extremist Pashtuns (Taliban) and Afghan government against Hazaras. Findings indicate that racism persists in Afghan society, with Hazaras that differ in ethnicity, religion, and culture, experiencing significant discrimination, particularly in various social settings. While Pashtuns are seen as a superior democratic power condemning individual racism, Hazaras face systemic racial discrimination in education, relationships, housing, and the economic system. This study underscores the urgent need to address institutional racism in Afghanistan.
Some Milne’s rule type inequalities in quantum calculus
Authors: Sial Ifra , Budak Hüseyin , Ali Muhammad
Published: May 2024

The main goal of the current study is to establish some new Milne?s rule type
inequalities for single-time differentiable convex functions in the setting
of quantum calculus. For this, we establish a quantum integral identity and
then we prove some new inequalities of Milne?s rule type for quantum
differentiable convex functions. These inequalities are very important in
Open-Newton?s Cotes formulas because, with the help of these inequalities,
we can find the bounds of Milne?s rule for differentiable convex functions
in classical or quantum calculus. The method adopted in this work to prove
these inequalities are very easy and less conditional compared to some
existing results. Finally, we give some mathematical examples to show the
validity of newly established inequalities.
Generalized solutions for time ψ-fractional heat equation
Authors: Benmerrous Abdelmjid , Chadli Lalla , Moujahid Abdelaziz , Elomari M’hamed , Melliani Said
Published: May 2024

This paper focuses on the time fractional heat problem with the use of a new
fractional derivative. Using Banach?s fixed point theorem and Laplace
transforms, we give and prove the integral solution of the problem. In
Colombeau?s algebra, The existence and uniqueness of the solution are
demonstrated using the Gronwall lemma.
Specific values of partial bell polynomials and series expansions for real powers of functions and for composite functions
Authors: Qi Feng , Milovanovic Gradimir , Lim Dongkyu
Published: May 2024

Starting from Maclaurin?s series expansions for positive integer powers of
analytic functions, the authors derive an explicit formula for specific
values of partial Bell polynomials, present a general term of Maclaurin?s
series expansions for real powers of analytic functions, obtain Maclaurin?s
series expansions of some composite functions, recover Maclaurin?s series
expansions for real powers of inverse sine function and sinc function,
recover a combinatorial identity involving the falling factorials and the
Stirling numbers of the second kind, deduce an explicit formula of the
Bernoulli numbers of the second kind in terms of the Stirling numbers of the
first kind, recover an explicit formula of the Bernoulli numbers in terms of
the Stirling numbers of the second kind, recover an explicit formula of the
Bell numbers in terms of the Stirling numbers of the second kind,
reformulate three specific partial Bell polynomials in terms of central
factorial numbers of the second kind, and present some Maclaurin?s series
expansions and identities related to the Euler numbers and their generating
function.
Matrix-valued Gabor frames over LCA groups for operators
Authors: Jyoti J , Vashisht Lalit , Sinha Uttam
Published: May 2024

G?vruta studied atomic systems in terms of frames for range of operators
(that is, for subspaces), namely ?-frames, where the lower frame condition
is controlled by the Hilbert-adjoint of a bounded linear operator?. For a
locally compact abelian groupGand a positive integer n, westudy frames of
matrix-valued Gabor systems in the matrix-valued Lebesgue space L2(G,Cn?n) ,
where a bounded linear operator ? on L2(G,Cn?n) controls not only lower but
also the upper frame condition. We term such frames matrix-valued
(?,?*)-Gabor frames. Firstly, we discuss frame preserving mapping in terms
of hyponormal operators. Secondly, we give necessary and sufficient
conditions for the existence of matrix-valued (?,?*)- Gabor frames in terms
of hyponormal operators. It is shown that if ? is adjointable hyponormal
operator, then L2(G,Cn?n) admits a ?-tight (?,?*)-Gabor frame for every
positive real number ?. A characterization of matrix-valued (?,?*)-Gabor
frames is given. Finally, we show that matrix-valued (?,?*)-Gabor frames are
stable under small perturbation of window functions. Several examples are
given to support our study.
A new perspective on Fibonacci and Lucas numbers
Authors: Değirmen Nilay , Duyar Cenap
Published: May 2024

In the present work, we introduce a new version of Fibonacci and Lucas numbers which we will call non-Newtonian Fibonacci and non-Newtonian Lucas numbers. Also, we discuss a variety of some properties of them. Furthermore, we give some formulas and identities such as Binet?s formula, the d?Ocagne?s identity, Cassini?s identity and Gelin-Ces?ro identity involving these new types and we find the generating functions for these numbers.
(k,m,n)-partially isometric operators: A new generalization of partial isometries
Authors: Aouichaoui Mohamed , Skhiri Haïkel
Published: May 2024

Asignificant amount of elegant work has been accomplished in the study of
partial isometries. In this article, weintroduce a new class of operators,
referred to as the (k,m,n)-partial isometries, which extends the concept of
partial isometry. We delve into the most intriguing outcomes related to this
class by extending previously established results for partial isometries and
by exploring new results on partial isometries. We investigate the
relationship of this new class of operators with classical notions of
operators, such as partial isometries, power partial isometries, paranormal,
semi-regular, and quasi-Fredholm. Additionally, we examine some fundamental
properties and structure theorems of (k,m,n)-partial isometries.
Furthermore, we provide spectral properties of (k,m,n)-partial isometries.
Novel types of soft compact and connected spaces inspired by soft q-sets
Authors: Mhemdi Abdelwaheb
Published: May 2024

In this work, we make use of soft Q-sets to introduce the concepts of soft
Q-compact, soft Q-Lindel?f and soft Q-connected spaces. We explore the
essential properties of these concepts and elucidate the relationships
between them with the assist of examples and counterexamples. We also give
each one of these concepts a complete description and investigate how they
behave under specific kinds of soft mappings. Moreover, we demonstrate the
unique characterizations of these concepts which are not satisfied for their
counterpart notions existing in the published literature; for example, we
prove that every soft Qsubset of soft Q-compact and soft Q-Lindel?f spaces
is respectively soft Q-compact and soft Q-Lindel?f as well as we discover
the conditions under which the concepts of soft connected and soft
Q-connected spaces are equivalent. The role of extended and full soft
topologies to obtain some relationships between these concepts and their
counterparts via parametric topologies is also discussed.
Subgradient extragradient method with double inertial steps for quasi-monotone variational inequalities
Authors: Li Haiying , Wang Xingfang
Published: May 2024

In this paper, we present a modified subgradient extragradient method with
double inertial extrapolation terms and a non-monotonic adaptive step size
for solving quasi-monotone and Lipschitz continuous variational inequalities
in real Hilbert spaces. Under some suitable conditions, we obtain the weak
convergence theorem of our proposed algorithm. Moreover, strong convergence
is obtained when the cost operator is strongly pseudo-monotone and Lipschitz
continuous. Finally, several numerical results illustrate the effectiveness
and competitiveness of our algorithm.
Continuous characterizations of weighted Besov spaces of variable smoothness and integrability
Authors: Guo Pengfei , Wang Shengrong , Xu Jingshi
Published: May 2024

In this paper, we give continuous version of the weighted Besov spaces of
variable smoothness and integrability and obtain their equivalent norms by
Peetre?s maximal functions.
EMBARK: A Randomized, Controlled Trial Comparing Three Approaches to Reducing Diabetes Distress and Improving HbA1c in Adults With Type 1 Diabetes
Authors: Hessler Danielle M. , Fisher Lawrence , Guzman Susan , Strycker Lisa , Polonsky William H. , Ahmann Andrew , Aleppo Grazia , Argento Nicholas B. , Henske Joseph , Kim Sarah , Stephens Elizabeth , Greenberg Katherine , Masharani Umesh
Published: May 2024

OBJECTIVE

To compare the effectiveness of three interventions to reduce diabetes distress (DD) and improve HbA1c among adults with type 1 diabetes (T1D).

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS

Individuals with T1D (n = 276) with elevated DD (a score >2 on the total Type 1 Diabetes Distress Scale) and HbA1c (>7.5%) were recruited from multiple settings and randomly assigned to one of three virtual group-based programs: 1) Streamline, an educator-led education and diabetes self-management program; 2) TunedIn, a psychologist-led program focused exclusively on emotional-focused DD reduction; or 3) FixIt, an integration of Streamline and TunedIn. Assessments of the primary outcomes of DD and HbA1c occurred at baseline and at 3, 6, and 12 months.

RESULTS

All three programs demonstrated substantive and sustained reductions in DD (Cohen’s d = 0.58–1.14) and HbA1c (range, −0.4 to −0.72) at 12-month follow-up. TunedIn and FixIt participants reported significantly greater DD reductions compared with Streamline participants (P = 0.007). Streamline and TunedIn participants achieved significantly greater HbA1c reductions than did FixIt participants (P = 0.006).

CONCLUSIONS

DD can be successfully reduced among individuals with T1D with elevated HbA1c using both the educational/behavioral and emotion-focused approaches included in the study. Although both approaches are associated with significant and clinically meaningful reductions in DD and HbA1c, TunedIn, the emotion-focused program, had the most consistent benefits across both DD and HbA1c. The study findings suggest the overall value of group-based, fully virtual, and time-limited emotion-focused strategies, like those used in TunedIn, for adults with T1D.
The French multicentric molecular analysis platforms and personalized medicine trials MOST, MOST Plus and MEGAMOST
Authors: Verlingue Loic , Desevre Marine , Polito Marie , Garin Gwenaelle , Rodriguez Christine , Qing Wang , Tredan Olivier , Perol David , Ray-Coquard Isabelle , Chabaud Sylvie , Blay Jean Yves
Published: May 2024

Background and purpose: In this manuscript we describe the academic French multicentric molecular analysis platforms including PROFILER, promoted by Centre Léon Berard, and the multicentric personalized medicine trials MOST, MOST Plus and MEGAMOST.
Patients/material and methods: MOST, MOST Plus and MEGAMOST comprise 14 cohorts with different targeted agents and immunotherapies.
Results and interpretation: PROFILER has recruited 5,991 patients in 10 years, MOST and MOST Plus 875 patients since 2014 and MEGAMOST 172 patients since 2020, and are still ongoing. We provide a description of the local, national and international implications of these initiatives, and we review the results of the sorafenib and olaparib cohorts.
La ineficiencia jurídica en los delitos de corrupción
Authors:   Investigador Independiente, Robles Montalván José Medardo , Freire Tipan Diana Alexandra ,   Investigador Independiente, Cumbicus Tipas Mayra Alejandra ,   Investigador Independiente
Published: May 2024

Este estudio aborda la ineficiencia jurídica en los delitos de corrupción en Ecuador durante el periodo 2020-2024, identificando factores estructurales y contextuales que contribuyen a la lentitud y falta de efectividad en los procesos judiciales relacionados con la corrupción. Los antecedentes demuestran una creciente preocupación por la ineficacia judicial, lo que motiva la necesidad de esta investigación. El objetivo principal es analizar las causas de dicha ineficiencia y proponer estrategias para mejorar la lucha contra la corrupción en el sistema judicial ecuatoriano. La metodología adoptada incluyó un diseño cualitativo, utilizando entrevistas a profundidad con expertos legales y análisis de documentos judiciales relevantes. La muestra abarcó funcionarios judiciales, abogados y académicos especializados en anticorrupción. El análisis de datos se realizó mediante la codificación temática y el análisis comparativo constante, permitiendo identificar patrones recurrentes en la información recolectada. Los resultados revelan que la falta de recursos materiales y humanos, la presión política, y las deficiencias en la capacitación del personal judicial son factores críticos que obstaculizan la eficiencia en los procesos anticorrupción. Además, se encontró que la corrupción interna dentro del sistema judicial agrava la situación, limitando la efectividad de las investigaciones y el enjuiciamiento de los casos de corrupción. En la discusión, se interpretan estos hallazgos en el contexto de la literatura existente, destacando cómo la interacción de estos factores perpetúa la corrupción y la impunidad. Las implicaciones de estos hallazgos subrayan la necesidad de reformas estructurales y contextuales para mejorar la transparencia y la rendición de cuentas en el sistema judicial. Las conclusiones resaltan la importancia de implementar recomendaciones específicas para fortalecer la lucha contra la corrupción en Ecuador, incluyendo el desarrollo de un marco legal e institucional robusto, mejoras en la transparencia y rendición de cuentas, y la promoción de la participación ciudadana en la vigilancia del sistema judicial.
Imaging Modalities for Breast Cancer: Role of the Radiologist
Authors: S Sanghamitra
Published: May 2024

Breast cancer is the third most common cancer in the world after lung and colon , and overall the commonest cancer among women in India. Early detection and diagnosis help in providing early treatment to the patients thereby significantly impacting overall survival rate. The different imaging modalities at our disposal include ultrasonography, mammography and magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography. Over and above, nowadays with emergence of breast conservative surgery for early stage cancers the role of the radiologist in performing various imaging guided breast interventions is also evolving. Imaging guided breast biopsies, marker placement, stereotactic biopsy, wire localization are some of the commonly performed procedures by breast radiologists in addition to other pain and palliation measures as described later in the article. In this review / perspective article, therefore, we try to discuss the salient features of the common imaging modalities available for breast cancer detection and staging as well as explore the emerging role of imaging guided interventions for breast cancer in this era of multidisciplinary approach.
The impact of sustainable practices on consumer behaviour in the UK automobile sector
Authors:   Bolton University, UK, Datta Palto ,   Regent College London, UK
Published: May 2024

Purpose: Sustainability plays a crucial part in consumer decision-making in a world that is changing quickly and where social and environmental issues are of utmost significance. With an emphasis on comprehending how sustainable activities affect consumer decisions, this research investigates the relationship between sustainable practices and consumer behaviour. Methodology: The study uses a positivist research philosophy with a deductive approach. A survey strategy is used, and quantitative research methods are employed. A sample of 50 subjects was selected randomly, and a survey was conducted online. The population is drawn from the UK automotive sector. The questionnaires are designed using Google Forms, and the link is shared using social media. Findings: The research confirms a positive relationship between sustainable practices and consumer behaviour, indicating that customers are choosing more and more goods and services consistent with their sustainability beliefs. The results show a high positive correlation between sustainable practices and customer choice, suggesting that sustainable practices influence consumer choices. Study contributions and implications: By highlighting the importance of sustainable practices, this study adds to the expanding body of information on sustainability in the context of consumer behaviour. Moreover, the research offers a strong foundation for companies and decision-makers to create plans that suit customer tastes and enhance the sustainability of goods and services. Businesses hoping to prosper in a conscientious market must comprehend customers' behaviour and motives as they seek environmentally friendly solutions. In addition to illuminating the beneficial relationship between sustainable practices and customer behaviour, this study emphasises how urgent it is for companies and decision-makers to prioritise sustainability in their plans and choices.
PERANCANGAN DAN IMPLEMENTASI ANIMASI 2D THE SMELL OF SKUNK
Authors: Bernadhed Bernadhed , Ramadhan Ardyansyah
Published: May 2024

Animasi frame by frame adalah teknik animasi yang disusun dari banyak rangkaian gambar yang berbeda. Pada animasi frame by frame, setiap perubahan gerakan atau bentuk sebuah objek diletakan pada frame secara berurutan. Semakin banyak frame yang digunakan untuk menampung setiap detail gerakan sebuah benda, animasi yang dihasilkan akan semakin halus. Teknik frame by frame mampu memvisualisasikan animasi dengan ekpresif dan pergerakan yang tidak hanya sebatas  pada pergerakan linear dari sumbu x dan sumbu y namun bisa berputar dengan sumbu z. Seperti adegan berkelahi, berputar, melompat ataupun adegan action lainnya. Teknologi digital saat ini memungkinkan untuk menerapkan teknik ini dikarenakan dapat mengurangi kesalahan pada proses menggambar frame by frame.
Pada penelitian ini penulis merancang sebuah film animasi 2 Dimensi yang menceritakan tentang seeokor sigung yang dibenci oleh kawanan kelinci karena baunya yang tidak sedap. Hingga suatu ketika ada suatu kejadian dimana justru bau busuk sigung inilah yang mampu menyelamatkan para kelinci dari serangan brutal Beruang raksasa..  Dari konsep cerita tersebut penulis menggunakan konsep animasi 2 Dimensi. Konsep animasi dipilih dikarenakan adegan tersebut bersifat imaginative dan bertema binatang, sehingga agak sulit untuk diceritakan dengan konsep visual konvensional seperti liveshoot. Sedangkan teknik pengerjaan yang digunakan adalah frame by frame, mengingat banyaknya adegan yang membutuhkan ilustrasi gerakan nyata dan dilebih lebihkan.
Клиентоцентричность как стратегия конкуренции финансовых посредников
Authors: Соловцова Алина
Published: May 2024

Должны ли финансовые посредники быть клиентоориентированными? Вопрос, что ожидает финансовые рынки в будущем, стоит особенно остро в связи с интенсификацией технологического прогресса. В то время как процентные ставки и инфляция остаются высокими, тенденции, наблюдающиеся в сфере финансовых услуг, сигнализируют о необходимости готовиться к серьезным изменениям. В данной статье особое внимание уделяется влиянию клиента на финансовый рынок. Объясняется важность клиента по отношению к финансовым организациям. Также в статье рассматриваются основные изменения, происходящие на финансовых рынках, изучается появление новых технологий и то влияние, которое эти технологии оказывают на сегодняшний банковский бизнес и его клиентов.
Variation in Willingness-to-Pay Estimates Depending on the Magnitude of the Reduction in the Risk of Death from Air Pollution
Authors:   Far Eastern Federal University, Poplavko Polina S. , Nagapetyan Artur R. ,   Far Eastern Federal University
Published: May 2024

The present study endeavors to elucidate the variability in estimates of willingness-to-pay (WTP) concerning the mitigation of mortality risk attributable to air pollution, contingent upon the extent of the corresponding risk reduction. Through the lens of air pollution control projects, the research seeks to discern fluctuations in WTP estimates, thereby shedding light on the intricacies of decision-making processes surrounding environmental management initiatives. The salience of this inquiry stems from the escalating prevalence of methodologies employing willingness-to-pay assessments as a yardstick for evaluating the value of human life across diverse spheres of societal activity, thereby informing policy deliberations by regulatory authorities. Central to the research quandary is the recognition that alterations in the magnitude of risk reduction can engender disproportional shifts in WTP values, holding all other variables constant. This phenomenon engenders a profound reliance on the methodological framework employed, thereby exerting a substantial influence on the resultant cost-of-living appraisals. Employing the contingent valuation method grounded in stated preferences within a double dichotomous choice framework, empirical findings reveal that WTP for reducing mortality risk from air pollution escalates by 43.8 %, ascending from 11 713 to 16 839 rubles, concomitant with a twofold increase in the reduction rate, from 2.5 to 5.0 per 10,000 inhabitants. This equates to a reduction in mortality rates from 100.0 to 97.5 and 100.0 to 95.0 per 10,000 inhabitants, respectively, all else being equal. The implications drawn from these conclusions are pivotal in guiding the formulation, execution, and interpretation of research endeavors pertaining to cost-of-living assessments across diverse contexts. Furthermore, they furnish critical insights for substantiating policy decisions within regulatory bodies, thereby enhancing the efficacy and integrity of environmental management initiatives.
Crime in the Sphere of Administration of Justice as an Object of Criminological Study
Authors:   Penza State University, Yashin Andrei V. ,   Branch of the Moscow University S.Yu. Witte in Penza
Published: May 2024

The article examines the criminological essence of the totality of crimes against justice. It is noted that the complex of these socially dangerous acts is an independent type of crime, since it has the corresponding characteristics: mass character, historical variability, systematicity, and represents a negative social phenomenon of a criminal legal nature. It is emphasized that the crimes mentioned in Chapter 31 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation not only infringe on the interests of justice in a narrow sense, but also on the legitimate activities of bodies and persons assisting courts in carrying out their functions. In this regard, the phenomenon under study is defined as crime in the sphere of administration of justice. The conclusion is made about the need for an independent criminological study of its quantitative and qualitative characteristics in order to identify the patterns of its existence and development, determine the determination complex, establish the degree of prevalence in the structure of general crime, predict the future state, and, ultimately, increase the efficiency of law enforcement agencies aimed at combating criminality in the sphere of administration of justice.
The Human Embryo as a Potential Subject of Law
Authors:   St. Petersburg State University, Petrova Anastasiia I.
Published: May 2024

Nowadays, the search for the place of the human embryo in the dyad “subject and object” of law seems to be an urgent challenge for legal science due to the rapid development of medical technologies that make it possible to question the only previously known purpose of the human embryo – to be born as a child. By examining the understanding of legal subjects as developed in various legal paradigms, the author of this study seeks to delineate the place of the human embryo within the subject-object duality of law, justifying the legal status of the human embryo as a potential subject of law from the perspective of a communicative conception of law shared by him. The study employs formal-legal methods, as well as analytical, synthesis, comparative, and thought experiment methods, along with elements of an interdisciplinary approach (utilizing findings from medical research on the human embryo to support legal conclusions, thereby contributing to the scientific novelty of the study). In conclusion, the recognition of the human embryo as a potential subject of law necessitates a nuanced understanding of legal subjectivity and the evolving nature of human development. By engaging with interdisciplinary perspectives and communicative theories of law, we can pave the way for a more inclusive and ethically informed approach to legal discourse surrounding embryonic rights and protections.
Restitution and Repatriation of Cultural Heritage: Positivist Approach of Former Metropolises versus Third World Countries’ Approach to International Public Law
Authors:   Saint Petersburg State University, Karden Valeria A.
Published: May 2024

The article addresses the correlation between the mechanism of international legal regulation of restitution and repatriation of cultural heritage with the position of moral philosophy, exemplified by their voluntary return to countries of the Global South within the framework of the “metropolis-colony” model, aiming to restore historical justice in the context of cultural artifacts’ removal by former metropolises from former colonies’ territories. It highlights the problem of the current impossibility to recognize this process as a legal institution of international law due to the lack of a unified declared approach to solving the aforementioned issue. The article concludes by advocating for the necessity of consolidating the existing experience and developing a unified concept for the return of cultural heritage lost by previously colonial dependent states. It argues that the basis of restitution and repatriation lies not only in the moral paradigms of Western Europe and modern political interests but also in the preservation of global cultural heritage and the prevention of the voluntary restitution’s exploitation as a legitimate means of its transfer to private collections. This article delves into the intricacies of international legal frameworks surrounding the restitution and repatriation of cultural artifacts, juxtaposing the positivist stance of former colonial powers against the perspectives of nations from the Third World. It scrutinizes the ethical and political dimensions of governments’ attitudes towards their historical colonial past, examining various models of voluntary restitution within the national systems of the Netherlands, France, the United Kingdom, and Germany. The analysis underscores the imperative of synthesizing diverse approaches and crafting a cohesive strategy for returning cultural treasures to their rightful owners. Moreover, it emphasizes the multifaceted motivations underlying restitution efforts, emphasizing not only moral imperatives and modern political agendas but also the imperative of safeguarding the world’s cultural heritage and thwarting the exploitation of voluntary restitution as a conduit for the legitimization of cultural appropriation into private collections.
The Problem of Overtime Work in China: Forced Overtime and Its Informal Legalization
Authors:   St. Petersburg State University, Sang Sumei
Published: May 2024

The article analyzes one of the most pressing problems of labor relations in China today – the problem of widespread forced overtime work by employers. The author sees the main reason for this situation as strong pressure from labor supply in the Chinese labor market. The article examines polarized opinions on overtime work: its proponents argue that both voluntary and forced overtime contribute to the dynamic development of the Chinese economy, while opponents believe that constant overtime employment causes irreparable harm to the workers’ health, including their mental health, increases occupational injuries, and leads to a higher number of suicide attempts among young citizens. The article concludes that the prevalence of overtime work is a consequence of labor market saturation and increased competition among workers for “good positions”, leading to relationships of exploitation in favor of the employer. Addressing this issue will require comprehensive strategies that consider both labor market dynamics and worker protection laws to ensure fair and sustainable labor practices in China.
Digital space for payroll and remuneration
Authors: Voronova I. V.
Published: May 2024

The study identifies the features of wage systems that directly affect their implementation in automated programs. The complexity of salary calculation, and sometimes the inability to implement a particular system in an automated program, is the main reason for the rejection of more modern wage systems. A comparative analysis of automated programs has been carried out, which makes it possible for an organization to choose a remuneration system not from the point of view of what the existing automation system offers, but from the point of view of necessity and compliance with the business processes of the organization. This will make it possible to apply more efficient and fair payment systems that will meet current trends and requirements of the labor market. The functional capabilities of the programs in terms of calculation and remuneration are defined. The directions of development and application of digital technologies for calculation and payment of labor are highlighted. The development of new technologies makes it possible to create a digital environment for payment.
The Critical Thinking in Physical Education and Sports Teachers
Authors:   University of Science and Technology of Oran Mohamed-Boudiaf, Algeria. Corresponding author: abderahmane.benguenab@univ-usto.dz., Razali Rachid , Benguenab Abderahmane ,   University of Science and Technology of Oran Mohamed-Boudiaf, Algeria. Email: abderahmane.benguenab@univ-usto.dz., Atallah Ahmed ,   University of Abdelhamid Ibn Badis, Mostaganem, Algeria. Corresponding author: abderahmane.benguenab@univ-usto.dz.
Published: May 2024

The inner world of the teacher of physical education and sports has become a determining variable in the understanding and justification of the pedagogical act of these professionals. Thus, the critical thinking of these social actors is presented as a privileged indicator likely to reflect not only the mental processes at stake by these teaching professionals but also the nature of the issues on which they deliberate the most often during the teaching-process learning. The present study tries, first, to describe the form and substance of critical thinking deployed by physical education and sports teachers (PES), then to analyze the relationship of this form of thinking and the teaching process.
Keywords: Critical Thinking, PHE Teachers, Professionalism inking to the professional status of these teachers.
Study on the Link Between Self-Esteem and Team Identity as Major Factors in Tackling Competitive Anxiety in Performance Athletes
Authors:   Faculty of Physical Education and Sports, West University, Timișoara, Romania. Email: francisc.datcu@e-uvt.ro., Datcu Francisc Remus , Petracovschi Simona Angela ,   Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, West University, Timisoara, Romania. Email: simona.petracovschi@e-uvt.ro., Bota Eugen ,   Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, West University, Timisoara, Romania. Email: eugen.bota@e-uvt.ro., Domokos Martin Petru ,   Faculty of Physical Education and Sports, West University, Timișoara, Romania. Email: martin.domokos@e-uvt.ro.
Published: May 2024

Sports competition and athletic performance are of major interest in sports psychology. Throughout the history of sports, researchers have sought to identify the modifiable factors that could help those who take part in competition to adapt to it as best as possible. In this study, we will focus on identifying certain psychological factors described in the specialized literature as having a consistent link to decreasing competitive anxiety, while looking for implementable techniques to improve these factors. The aim of this study was to identify effective methods for decreasing competitive anxiety, reaching a state of flow and influencing the dimensions of mindfulness (awareness, refocus, non-judgment). The study included a total number of 27 female subjects and was conducted over a period of 4 months (21.07.2022-21.11.2022). In the study, the subjects were divided into two groups: one working group where the intervention took place and in which 15 female footballers from League 1 were randomly assigned, and one control group with 12 female footballers. The two groups underwent an evaluation aimed at identifying the achievement of the state of flow and the reduction of competitive anxiety after a few mental and physical relaxation exercises. The results of the statistical processing of data show some differences between the two groups in terms of score for the tracked parameters, but also between the results of each group in the pre- and post-tests. However, statistically significant differences between the two groups were obtained only for the state of flow and somatic anxiety. The state of flow, of mental wellbeing, should be considered before, during and after each sports competition, regardless of its level, in order to achieve a satisfactory performance in the world of sports, correlated with the expectations and the training of each athlete.
Keywords: competitive state anxiety, mindfulness, state of flow
Religion, Politics and Mysticism in Ancient Sport
Authors:   Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Babeș-Bolyai University, Cluj-Napoca, Romania. Email: petrebarbos@yahoo.com., Barboș Ion Petre , Nagy Alpár ,   Doctoral School, Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, Babeș-Bolyai University Cluj-Napoca, Romania. Corresponding author: petre.barbos@ubbcluj.ro.
Published: May 2024

The history of ancient sports shows us that sports practice was not a secular one but was closely linked to religious faith. Whether we are talking about ancient Greece (Athens, Sparta, etc.), whether we are talking about Latin America or the Far East, the presence of homage and respect towards the gods is seen as something sacred and no one could dispute it. We have researched the religious phenomenon in sports for more than 30 years, and the result is like religion. politics and the arts of war decided the history of the world and civilization. (Barbos, 2015). It is proven by ancient writings, but also by archaeological traces, from ancient temples and stadiums dedicated to gods and legendary heroes, such as Hercules, the most famous demigod of the ancient world, who remained in legends as one of those who achieved the most successful sports. This article summarizes some ancient sports competitions, which were strictly related to the respect for the gods, which was rewarded with sports games, such as the Olympic Games of Greece.
Keywords: Hylozoism, anthropological, animism, secular ritual, sacred ritual, oracle, Delphi, ecotheology, sumo, kyudo.
THE POLITICAL INTERVENTION ON GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS’ PROMOTION IN INDONESIA
Authors: Wargadinata Ella Lesmanawaty
Published: May 2024

The promotion government officials comes into new era, the new policy reversed from a very closed selection process and heavily seniority-based to open, clear criteria, transparent procedures on the competency-based series test. In fact, policy implementation is not fully in favour of an administration driven. The study has two main research problems “How open promotion for local government officers conducted?” and “How does political intervention work in the open promotion mechanism?”. This paper provides comprehensive mechanism-the hybrid administration-politics model on open promotion of local bureaucrats in Indonesia. The study used a qualitative approach and assited by Nvivo 12 to reveal the most frequent concept on open promotion practices based on interviews. The data obtained through interviews with informants which selected purposively, selection committee members, candidates, and local government officers. This paper affirms interesting features. The competency series tested by independent assessors reflects an administration mechanism through merit concept. However, the absolute political final decision-making process at the governor or Mayor’s hands reflects the individual-political interest. This system shows that the administration’s process at the local level links tightly to political deliberation. The key message is that open promotion in government agencies is neither a pure merit issue nor a spoils system for competence-heavy based, on the one hand, yet is always amenable to some political intervention. The merit principles are universal; however, the practices are contextual-specific. This study has an important value in describing how The politics play significant role on local administration system.
PENGARUH BERPIKIR POSITIF DAN BERPIKIR KREATIF TERHADAP HASIL BELAJAR MATEMATIKA SISWA
Authors: Sasti Andi Ika Prasasti Abrar , Yuliany Nur , Hardiana
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of students' positive and creative thinking abilities on their learning outcomes. This research uses a quantitative approach with an ex post facto research design. The sample consists of 54 students selected from a population of 117 students at SMP Negeri 3 Camba using purposive random sampling technique. Data collection is conducted using a questionnaire to assess positive thinking ability, a test to assess creative thinking ability, and documentation of student learning outcomes. The data obtained is analyzed using multiple regression tests after fulfilling the prerequisite tests. The results of the study indicate that the students' positive and creative thinking abilities are in the moderate category with an average of 73.59 and 77.78, respectively. In addition, the students' mathematics learning outcomes are in the moderate category with an average of 73.93. Based on the hypothesis testing results, students' positive and creative thinking abilities have a significant effect on mathematics learning outcomes for eighth grade students at SMPN 3 Camba, both partially and simultaneously
Potential of Agroforestry Practices in Multifunctional Landscapes for Enhancing the Livelihoods of Local Dwellers in the North-Western Charlands of Bangladesh
Authors: Bari Md. Shafiqul , Roshetko James Michael , Ali Md. Manik , Hasan Md. Faruq
Published: May 2024

Char is any accretion in a river course that extends or establishes new land. A well-planned integrated land-use system combining woody perennials (agroforestry) can ensure sustainable, environmentally friendly climate resilience land-use systems and livelihood options on charland. To date, no systemic investigation of charland land agroforestry has been undertaken. A comprehensive study of the potential of agroforestry systems in charland areas was conducted using qualitative and quantitative methodologies. Two methods were employed: structured questionnaire interviews and botanical surveys. Findings revealed that considerable variation exists in both charland and mainland areas in terms of socio-demographic characteristics. Both tree and agroforestry knowledge of mainland farmers is greater than that of charland farmers. Charland dwellers sell almost all their farm products, while most mainland farmers consume their products. Agroforestry-related communication between extension workers and farmers is limited in both ecosystems. However, farmer interaction with extension workers is far less common in charland areas. Mainland farmers are satisfied with their homestead production systems, whereas cha land farmers face huge problems with the free grazing of cattle and goats. Mainland farmers think quality planting materials and fencing systems are key issues. Leafy short-rotation vegetables and climbing vegetables are more common in charlands. Other common marketable vegetables are tomato, brinjal, carrot, cauliflower, and cabbage. All fruit trees common on charland are more frequently found in the mainland areas. In the case of timber, eucalyptus (Eucalyptus camaldulensis) is more common on charland, whereas mahogany (Swietenia macrophylla) frequency is higher in the mainland. Medicinal trees are uncommon in both ecosystems except for neem (Azadirachta indica). Through proper training and motivation of farmers, there is a vast scope to increase tree and vegetable diversity in charland farms.