bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Testing Cultivar-specific Tipburn Sensitivity of Lettuce for Indoor Vertical Farms
Authors: Ertle John , Kubota Chieri
Published: September 2023

Low evaporative conditions in indoor (vertical) farms reduce mass-flow–driven transport of calcium (Ca), resulting in tipburn of lettuce. Lettuce tipburn symptoms develop along the margins of young leaves and the growing shoot tip, where necrotic tissue forms as a result of Ca deficiency. For indoor farms, lettuce tipburn poses a major economic risk because the crop becomes unmarketable as a result of its appearance. Difference in tipburn sensitivity among cultivars has been thought to be related to differences in growth rate, morphology, or anthocyanin production, whereas most commercial lettuce cultivars have been known to express tipburn symptoms in the indoor farm setting. We created a tipburn-inducing growing condition in walk-in growth chambers that limits plant potential transpiration rate while achieving relatively high growth rates, and examined 10 commercial cultivars selected for tipburn sensitivity. Selected cultivars differ in morphology (butterhead, romaine, and leafy type) and color (red or green; resulting from anthocyanin production). All cultivars expressed visually detectable tipburn symptoms 22 ± 2.6 days after transplanting, and varied tipburn rates of 7% to 41% of all leaves at the time of harvest (28 days after transplanting). Despite cultivar-specific variation, neither lettuce morphology nor anthocyanin content were significantly correlated with the incidence or severity of tipburn. However, cultivars recommended for “indoor” production by seed suppliers had less tipburn severity than those recommended for outdoor or both indoor and outdoor production systems. Although tipburn risk may vary under other environmental conditions, low evaporative conditions in this experiment caused tipburn symptoms in all tested cultivars at varying degrees of severity. Cultivar-specific average yield and tipburn severity were not correlated with the Ca concentrations in the inner leaves, suggesting that the amount of tissue Ca required to prevent tipburn is cultivar specific and not related to yield. Our selected tipburn-inducing condition was found to be effective in comparing tipburn sensitivity of lettuce cultivars for indoor farm settings, and similar fast-growing but low-evaporative conditions should be used to assess cultivars for indoor farm production.
Unweighting multijet event generation using factorisation-aware neural networks
Authors: Janßen Timo , Maître Daniel , Schumann Steffen , Siegert Frank , Truong Henry
Published: September 2023

In this article we combine a recently proposed method for
factorisation-aware matrix element surrogates with an unbiased
unweighting algorithm. We show that employing a sophisticated neural
network emulation of QCD multijet matrix elements based on dipole
factorisation can lead to a drastic acceleration of unweighted event
generation. We train neural networks for a selection of partonic
channels contributing at the tree-level to
Z+4,5Z+4,5
jets and t\bar{t}+3,4tt‾+3,4
jets production at the LHC which necessitates a generalisation of the
dipole emulation model to include initial state partons as well as
massive final state quarks. We also present first steps towards the
emulation of colour-sampled amplitudes. We incorporate these emulations
as fast and accurate surrogates in a two-stage rejection sampling
algorithm within the SHERPA Monte Carlo that yields unbiased unweighted
events suitable for phenomenological analyses and post-processing in
experimental workflows, e.g. as input to a time-consuming detector
simulation. For the computational cost of unweighted events we achieve a
reduction by factors between 16 and 350 for the considered channels.
Lecciones aprendidas de las prácticas profesionalizantes. Caso de estudio Facultad de Ingeniería Universidad de San Buenaventura sede Medellín
Authors: PATIÑO RIVERA BRENDA ELLEN
Published: September 2023

Las practicas profesionalizantes son parte fundamental dentro de la formación académica de un estudiante [1], y es un paso clave para que entre en contacto con situaciones reales de las empresas [2], el entorno y el contexto de lo que se va a desarrollar como futuro profesional. El objetivo del artículo es documentar la gestión de prácticas y las lecciones aprendidas desde la Facultad de Ingeniería de la Universidad de San Buenaventura sede Medellín, a partir de la descripción de general del proceso y mecanismos para identificar las necesidades actuales del entorno, alianzas estratégicas, y plan de mejoramiento mediante hallazgos y planes de acción; con el fin garantizar una experiencia satisfactoria del estudiante y los centros de práctica, velando por la calidad de los profesionales en formación e la imagen Institucional.
Análisis de expansión en un stent de poliuretano termoplástico utilizando el método de volúmenes finitos
Authors: Moreno Jaramillo Santiago , Hernandez Marulanda Andres Felipe , Gaviria Carlos
Published: September 2023

Las técnicas de simulación utilizan modelos numéricos y matemáticos permitiendo explorar alternativas y comprender los procesos fluidodinámicos involucrados en el área cardiovascular. Las diferentes aplicaciones en ingeniería requieren del uso de materiales que cumplan con mayor desempeño y confiabilidad para dar solución a los problemas conceptuales donde la optimización del recurso es la base para lograr este objetivo.
Es por esto que se deben realizar una validación de las diferentes condiciones físicas de los productos antes de realizar los ensayos clínicos. Los materiales convencionales no cumplen con esa prestación, es por esto que se desarrollan estudios en materiales compuestos que logran suplir los diferentes campos de estudio. Es por tal motivo que se utilizan herramientas computacionales para determinar de forma predictiva como va ser el comportamiento del material bajo las condiciones que va a ser sometida y de esta forma determinar factores relacionados directamente con su funcionamiento, vida de servicio y afectación al cuerpo humano. Ahí entran los métodos numéricos los cuales permiten conocer el cambio en el material respecto a su deformación y dilatación térmica para conocer si cumple con los requerimientos deseados en la aplicación.
Radio Definida por Software: Una mirada a las tendencias y aplicaciones
Authors: Niño Rondón Carlos Vicente , Puerto López Karla Cecilia , Guevara Ibarra Dinael , Contreras Gómez Wilfred Andrey
Published: September 2023

El concepto de radio definida por software ha tomado relevancia en los últimos años dada su funcionalidad para el control de funciones principalmente en dispositivos de comunicaciones y sensores tipo radar. Su rápida expansión se debe a la facilidad de implementación tanto a nivel amateur, a nivel profesiones como a nivel didáctico para la enseñanza. En este documento se presenta un análisis de tendencias de la radio definida por software con clasificación por continentes, donde la información de datos bibliográficas de alto impacto, se somete a tres filtros de palabras, y se incluyen documentos comprendidos en la ventana de 2015 a 2022. El análisis de las tendencias y aplicaciones de la radio definida por software en los continentes muestra el uso de esta tecnología en procesos de enseñanza, aplicaciones biomédicas y de sensórica, empleando herramientas tanto de software licenciado como herramientas de código abierto, y con énfasis en hacia el uso de técnicas de aprendizaje computacional.
Evaluating the redesign of a prosthesis joint using finite element analysis
Authors: Olaya Mira Natali , Rivera Velásquez Camilo Alberto , Plata Contreras Jesus Alberto
Published: September 2023

El pie de Jaipur es una prótesis ideal para amputados en países en desarrollo porque está hecho de materiales económicos y se centra en la asequibilidad y la funcionalidad. Algunos estudios han examinado las áreas del pie de Jaipur que presentan mayor daño, pero no la unión entre el tubo de polietileno de alta densidad y el pie protésico. Se pretende evaluar diferentes diseños para la unión entre el Pie de Jaipur y el tubo de esta prótesis exoesquelética mediante análisis de elementos finitos. La geometría del pie de Jaipur se modeló utilizando escaneo 3D. Se realizaron múltiples simulaciones utilizando elementos finitos. Los modelos de unión que incluyen pernos múltiples presentaron fallas por esfuerzos máximos sobre el bloque de madera. Por el contrario, el modelo con un solo perno no falló y el modelo adhesivo resultó ser la mejor solución a la unión entre los componentes de la prótesis. La mejor opción de unión es el adhesivo epóxico ya que las cargas están más uniformemente distribuidas. Por lo tanto, se puede controlar más eficientemente el daño en esa zona, alargando así la vida útil de la prótesis.
Debt-for-nature or climate swaps in public finance management
Authors: Naumenkova Svitlana , Mishchenko Volodymyr , Chugunov Igor , Mishchenko Svitlana
Published: September 2023

Considering climate change and growing ecological threats, achieving climate neutrality requires close attention from the state and the involvement of new tools, including those of the so-called green financing. This paper aims to determine the feasibility of combining the tasks of reducing the debt burden and expanding investments in environmental programs in Ukraine, using innovative tools for public finance management, such as debt-for-nature and debt-for-climate swaps. It substantiated the necessity of coordinating debt-for-environment investment programs within the framework of Ukraine’s National Recovery Plan and initiatives implemented in Ukraine with the active participation of the World Bank Group. The advantages of this approach are ensuring clear interaction with international financial institutions and expanding the practice of greening public management. Based on statistical data for 2009–2022, the results demonstrate the growth of negative debt dynamics and characterize limited financing environmental restoration in Ukraine. Relying on international practices, the study conducted a comparative analysis to identify the most significant characteristics of the new debt green conversion instruments as well as the advantages and limitations of their use in Ukraine. The paper offers scenarios for implementing the concept of debt-for-nature exchange in the conditions of Ukraine. It shows the result of the formation of a new debt payment profile. These findings can raise state authorities’ awareness of making proper decisions regarding debt policy and public finance management.
AcknowledgmentThe study presents the results of a study conducted as part of the scientific project “Formation of the foundations of nationally rooted stability and security of the economic development of Ukraine in the conditions of the hybrid “peace-war” system” (state registration number 0123U100965).
When the implementation of water safety plans fail: rethinking the approach to water safety planning following a serious waterborne outbreak and implications for subsequent water sector reforms
Authors: Graham Jim , Russell Kathryn , Gilpin Brent
Published: September 2023

Water suppliers in New Zealand have been preparing the water safety plans (WSPs) since 2005; large drinking water-associated outbreaks of campylobacteriosis occurred in Darfield in 2012 and in Havelock North in 2016. This paper reviews the WSP that was in place for Havelock North, and analyses why it failed to prevent this outbreak. The risk assessment team completing the WSP underestimated the risks to human health of contamination events, while overestimating the security of the groundwater and bore heads. Historical Escherichia coli transgressions were dismissed as likely despite sampler or testing errors, rather than important warning signals. The outbreak was a consequence of multiple factors including an untreated supply, a local animal faecal source, limitations to the aquifer integrity and bore head protection, and a failure to proactively respond to a flooding event. The overarching issue was a focus on narrow compliance with the Health Act rather than the use of the WSP as a valuable tool to proactively understand and manage public health risks. New Zealand plans to focus on the ability of an organisation to manage risk, with the emphasis on promoting conversations with water suppliers about integrated risk management rather than focusing solely on the preparation of a WSP.
Development of a 2D hydrodynamic model for inundation assessment and flood early warning system: a case of depressed Ghed region, India
Authors: Trambadia Nevil K. , Patel Dhruvesh P. , Patel Vinodkumar M. , Gundalia Manoj J.
Published: September 2023

Ghed region is located in the deep western part of Gujarat state, having the cup shape geometry. The Ozat River begins near the Gir forest's hilly part and moves towards the river mouth near Navi Bandar. The part before the river mouth is called Ghed, near the coastal line. The inundation in this region occurred due to higher coastal line and cup shape geometry with an area of more than 200 km2. This research emphasized early warning of the local community aside from the region during the peak flow condition. The hydrological engineering centre-river analysis system software developed the hydrodynamic model for FEWS (flood early warning system). The model has been validated with observed water depth data at four locations from the river reach area for more precision. In this regard, various statistics have been performed to compare the observed and modelled data. The result depicts the 19 h of leg time available to evacuate the local community. After that, water takes 115 h more time to reach the river mouth due to cup-shaped region filling. This research helps the administration with the decision-making system and establishes new hydraulic structures.
A bibliometric analysis of published literature on membrane photobioreactors for wastewater treatment from 2000 to 2022
Authors: Segredo-Morales Elisabet , González Enrique , Figueira Andrés , Díaz Oliver
Published: September 2023

With the focus on limiting greenhouse gas emissions, microalgae-based technology is a promising approach for wastewater treatment, combining cost-effective operation, nutrient recovery, and assimilation of CO2. In addition, membrane technology supports process intensification and wastewater reclamation. Based on a bibliometric analysis, this paper evaluated the literature on membrane photobioreactors to highlight promising areas for future research. Specifically, efforts should be made on advancing knowledge of interactions between algae and bacteria, analysing different strategies for membrane fouling control and determining the conditions for the most cost-effective operation. The Scopus® database was used to select documents from 2000 to 2022. A set of 126 documents were found. China is the country with the highest number of publications, whereas the most productive researchers belong to the Universitat Politècnica de València (Spain). The analysis of 50 selected articles provides a summary of the main parameters investigated, that focus in increasing the biomass productivity and nutrient removal. In addition, microalgal-bacterial membrane photobioreactor seems to have the greatest commercialisation potential. S-curve fitting confirms that this technology is still in its growth stage.
The mediating effect of resilience on the relationship between perceived organizational support and innovative work behavior
Authors: Jaingam Woranaree , Na-Nan Khahan
Published: September 2023

In today's dynamic and competitive business landscape, innovation plays a pivotal role in driving organizational success. Central to this process is the concept of innovative work behavior (IWB), which holds significant importance in generating and implementing novel ideas, processes, and products. Extensive research has consistently underscored a positive association between innovation and IWB. Two key factors influencing IWB are perceived organizational support (POS) and resilience (RES). POS encompasses employees' perceptions of the organization's support and care, while RES reflects their capacity to adapt and recover in the face of challenges. This study delves into the interconnections among perceived organizational support, resilience, and IWB, with a specific focus on investigating the mediating role of resilience. To unravel these relationships, a comprehensive survey was conducted, involving 355 support staff members at Rajamangala University of Technology in Thailand. Utilizing the Process macro for SPSS, the gathered data was meticulously analyzed. The results shed light on positive correlations between perceived organizational support, resilience, and IWB. Furthermore, the study successfully highlights the significant mediating effect of resilience in the relationship between perceived organizational support and IWB. The contributions of this research are twofold: firstly, it emphasizes the pivotal role of resilience as a mediator among support staff within a university setting. Secondly, the findings underscore the importance of cultivating supportive and resilient work environments to foster and encourage IWB among employees. However, while this study provides valuable insights, it is essential to expand the scope of research in the future. Exploring various employee types and organizations would enhance the wider applicability of the conclusions drawn here. In conclusion, this investigation provides a deeper understanding of the intricate connections between perceived organizational support, resilience, and innovative work behavior. It underscores the importance of building supportive and resilient workplace cultures, which can serve as catalysts for driving innovation and organizational success.
Efficacy of Health Belief Model in Enhancing Early Detection Behaviors to Prevent Diabetes Mellitus among Mosul University Employees: A Randomized Controlled Trail
Authors: Noor Younus Farooq Mohammed , Qassim Baktash Mohammed
Published: September 2023

Engagement in diabetes early detection investigations plays a significant role in protecting people from this devastating disease. This study aims to determine the efficacy of the health belief model-based health education in improving diabetes early detection behaviors among Mosul University employees. The study is carried out by employing a randomized controlled trial approach and through the recruitment (of 81) individuals from Mosul University employees by adopting a multistage sampling method. The selected subjects were randomly divided into two groups: the experimental group (41) subjects and the control group (40) subjects. A constructed questionnaire is used thrice to gather participants' data (T0, T1, and T2). A Mixed-design split plot ANOVA was calculated to determine the significance of differences in the participants' belief scores among groups over time. The study revealed that the sample's age (M±SD) is (45.26 ± 8.59). In addition, the results show that most of the participants are male (59.3%) and hold bachelor's degree certificates (40.7%).

On the other hand, the study indicated that the four health belief model concepts of seriousness, susceptibility, benefits, and barriers were significantly changed among experimental group participants after education p ˂ 0.001. As the first study conducted in Iraq, this experiment possesses significant importance. It has been considered a preliminary step to conduct other studies regarding the role of health beliefs in shaping diabetes-protective behaviors among the Iraqi population. The study tested the ability of the health belief model-based- health education to enhance participants' beliefs regarding diabetes early detection investigations.

Keywords: Health Belief Model, Early Detection, Diabetes Miletus, Health Education
Study of susceptibility to vancomycin from clinical isolates of Staphylococcus aureus
Authors: Sosa Lilian , Enríquez Lourdes , Rojas Norman , Espinoza Lupe Carolina
Published: September 2023

Vancomycin has been considered for over 40 years as the primary treatment option for Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) strains. However, excessive, indiscriminate, or inappropriate use has led to the appearance of MRSA strains with intermediate resistance (VISA) and total resistance to vancomycin (VRSA) 1. In Central America, particularly in Honduras, no VRSA strains have been reported. However, it is vitally important to implement an epidemiological surveillance program where this isolation can be traced since its appearance has been considered a severe public health problem in the last two decades 2. By 2002, the first two VRSA strains were isolated, specifically in Michigan and Pennsylvania. Since then, a total of 52 VRSA isolates have been reported worldwide. The only country in Latin America that has reported VRSA strains is Brazil3. In this sense, we have carried out an assay to determine the MIC of the 96 clinical isolates of S.aureus obtained from patients who attended two of the essential hospital centers in Tegucigalpa, Honduras: the Hospital Escuela (HE) and the Honduran Institute of Social Security (IHSS). The samples were the same with which we studied resistance to methicillin, and it is a follow-up to the study that was previously published in this journal4. The MIC of S. aureus to vancomycin was determined using the E-test® strips (Solna, Sweden) under the same conditions reported in the previous study4 and based on what is recommended by the CLSI5 (figure 1). The cohort points to determine the susceptibility and resistance of S.aures to vancomycin can be seen in Table 1.
A look into Honduran biomass: facts, uses and potential applications
Authors: Bulnes David , Melgar Sofía , Vega Edgard , Rubio Aaron , Espinal Andrea , Velásquez-Tinoco Diana G. , Díaz Reyes Gloria , Estrada-López Evelina D. , Ortiz-Hernández Oscar V.
Published: September 2023

Agro-industrial biomasses are materials that come from the transformation of sources of vegetable or animal origin generally used for energy processes. This bibliographic review describes five economic interest biomasses in Honduras: coffee, African palm, sugarcane, shrimp, and cashew. A general description of each biomass is made, contextualizing the economic importance in the country, a brief description of the production process, current uses, and possible future applications.

Keywords: biorefinery, biotechnology, nanomaterials, biofuel, agro-industrial waste, environment.
Frecuencia de valores críticos en un laboratorio de urgencias de un hospital del tercer nivel de atención de Tegucigalpa, Honduras
Authors: Cabrera-Cruz Heidy , Ramos Selena , Godoy Karolay , Vanegas Milena , Cerna Brenda , Ochoa Michelle , Castellón Delmy , Marquez Kelly , Sánchez Patricia
Published: September 2023

A critical laboratory value is a result significantly outside the reference range. These values represent a critical risk to the patient's life as they may lead to modification of clinical management and therapy in more than 90% of cases 1-3. Timely identification and reporting of critical laboratory values is part of the quality requirements of the post-analytical phase and contributes to the patient's safety and proper clinical management.

The objectives of this study were to identify and define the critical values of laboratory tests in the Emergency Department of the Clinical Laboratory of the Hospital Escuela de Tegucigalpa, Honduras, and to determine the frequency of essential values in the areas of blood chemistry, serum electrolytes, arterial gases and hematology.

Of the total number of tests available in the Emergency Department, at least 21 corresponded to tests with critical values and were included in this study. In a 3-month interval, 343,462 laboratory results were analyzed, of which (n=9,057, 2.63%) corresponded to critical results. Electrolytes (n=3659, 1.06%) and blood chemistry (n=3383, 0.98%) showed the highest frequency of critical values concerning the total number of tests analyzed in the laboratory.

The results obtained in this study show that critical values are frequent results in the emergency laboratory; therefore, establishing timely reporting protocols will contribute to the continuous improvement of therapeutic management, safety and reduction of patient risk.

Keywords: Critical laboratory values, alert values, clinical laboratory.
Medical Extended Reality Trials: Building Robust Comparators, Controls, and Sham
Authors: Persky Susan , Colloca Luana
Published: September 2023

The explosive pace of development and research in medical extended reality (MXR) is a testament to its promise for health care and medicine. In comparison with this growth, there is a relative sparsity of rigorous clinical trials that establish the efficacy and effectiveness of these interventions. Explicating mechanisms of action across clinical areas and MXR applications is another major area of need. A primary impediment to these goals is a lack of frameworks for trial design, more specifically, the selection of appropriate controls that effectively address unique elements of MXR. This paper delineates a framework for designing controls, sham conditions, and comparators, as well as proposed considerations for MXR trial designs. Special consideration is given to the design of sham conditions. Improved designs would enable more robust findings and the development of generalizable knowledge that could be adopted across MXR interventions.
Blending Video Therapy and Digital Self-Help for Individuals With Suicidal Ideation: Intervention Design and a Qualitative Study Within the Development Process
Authors: Büscher Rebekka , Sander Lasse B , Nuding Mattis , Baumeister Harald , Teismann Tobias
Published: September 2023

Background

Digital formats have the potential to enhance accessibility to care for individuals with suicidal ideation. However, digital self-help interventions have faced limitations, including small effect sizes in reducing suicidal ideation, low adherence, and safety concerns.

Objective

Therefore, we aimed to develop a remote blended cognitive behavioral therapy intervention that specifically targets suicidal ideation by blending video therapy with web-based self-help modules. The objective of this paper is to describe the collaborative development process and the resulting intervention and treatment rationale.

Methods

First, we compiled intervention components from established treatment manuals designed for people with suicidal ideation or behavior, resulting in the development of 11 drafts of web-based modules. Second, we conducted a qualitative study, involving 5 licensed psychotherapists and 3 lay counselors specialized in individuals with suicidal ideation who reviewed these module drafts. Data were collected using the think-aloud method and semistructured interviews, and a qualitative content analysis was performed. The 4 a priori main categories of interest were blended care for individuals with suicidal ideation, contents of web-based modules, usability of modules, and layout. Subcategories emerged inductively from the interview transcripts. Finally, informed by previous treatment manuals and qualitative findings, we developed the remote blended treatment program.

Results

The participants suggested that therapists should thoroughly prepare the web-based therapy with patients to tailor the therapy to each individual’s needs. Participants emphasized that the web-based modules should explain concepts in a simple manner, convey empathy and validation, and include reminders for the safety plan. In addition, participants highlighted the need for a simple navigation and layout. Taking these recommendations into account, we developed a fully remote blended cognitive behavioral therapy intervention comprising 12 video therapy sessions and up to 31 web-based modules. The treatment involves collaboratively developing a personalized treatment plan to address individual suicidal drivers.

Conclusions

This remote treatment takes advantage of the high accessibility of digital formats while incorporating full sessions with a therapist. In a subsequent pilot trial, we will seek input from individuals with lived experience and therapists to test the feasibility of the treatment.
Preferences for and Experiences of an HIV-Prevention Mobile App Designed for Transmasculine People: Pilot Feasibility Trial and Qualitative Investigation
Authors: Jones Jeb , Butler Gareth , Woody Meaghan , Castel Amanda D , Kulie Paige , Sheets Martha , Scheim Ayden I , Reisner Sari L , Valencia Rachel , Wang Minglun , Stekler Joanne D , Sullivan Patrick S , Stephenson Rob
Published: September 2023

Background

Transmasculine people are at risk for HIV; yet few HIV prevention interventions have been developed for this population. We adapted an existing HIV prevention smartphone app for cisgender men who have sex with men to meet the sexual health needs of transmasculine people.

Objective

This study aims to assess the acceptability of the adapted app, Transpire, among transmasculine people living in Atlanta, Georgia, and Washington, DC, via in-depth interviews of participants in a pilot feasibility trial.

Methods

Participants used the Transpire app for 3 months as part of a pilot study of the app. Eligible participants were aged 18-34 years. There were no eligibility criteria with respect to race and ethnicity, and most participants were non-Hispanic White. At the end of the follow-up, participants were invited to participate in web-based in-depth interviews to discuss their experiences using the app and feedback on design and content. Interviews were transcribed and coded using a constant comparative approach. Three main themes were identified: sexual behavior, app experiences and feedback, and pre-exposure prophylaxis.

Results

Overall, participants found the app acceptable and thought that it would be a useful tool for themselves and their peers. Participants reported appreciating having a comprehensive information source available to them on their phones and reported learning more about HIV, sexually transmitted infections, and pre-exposure prophylaxis via the app. They also reported appreciating the inclusive language that was used throughout the app. Although the app included some resources on mental health and substance use, participants reported that they would have appreciated more resources and information in these areas as well as more comprehensive information about other health concerns, including hormone therapy. Representative quotes are presented for each of the identified themes.

Conclusions

There is a desire to have greater access to reliable sexual health information among transmasculine people. Mobile apps like Transpire are an acceptable intervention to increase access to this information and other resources. More evidence is needed, however, from more racially and ethnically diverse samples of transmasculine people.
Preferences for and Experiences of an HIV-Prevention Mobile App Designed for Transmasculine People: Pilot Feasibility Trial and Qualitative Investigation (Preprint)
Authors: Jones Jeb , Butler Gareth , Woody Meaghan , Castel Amanda D , Kulie Paige , Sheets Martha , Scheim Ayden I , Reisner Sari L , Valencia Rachel , Wang Minglun , Stekler Joanne D , Sullivan Patrick S , Stephenson Rob
Published: September 2023

BACKGROUND

Transmasculine people are at risk for HIV; yet few HIV prevention interventions have been developed for this population. We adapted an existing HIV prevention smartphone app for cisgender men who have sex with men to meet the sexual health needs of transmasculine people.

OBJECTIVE

This study aims to assess the acceptability of the adapted app, Transpire, among transmasculine people living in Atlanta, Georgia, and Washington, DC, via in-depth interviews of participants in a pilot feasibility trial.

METHODS

Participants used the Transpire app for 3 months as part of a pilot study of the app. Eligible participants were aged 18-34 years. There were no eligibility criteria with respect to race and ethnicity, and most participants were non-Hispanic White. At the end of the follow-up, participants were invited to participate in web-based in-depth interviews to discuss their experiences using the app and feedback on design and content. Interviews were transcribed and coded using a constant comparative approach. Three main themes were identified: sexual behavior, app experiences and feedback, and pre-exposure prophylaxis.

RESULTS

Overall, participants found the app acceptable and thought that it would be a useful tool for themselves and their peers. Participants reported appreciating having a comprehensive information source available to them on their phones and reported learning more about HIV, sexually transmitted infections, and pre-exposure prophylaxis via the app. They also reported appreciating the inclusive language that was used throughout the app. Although the app included some resources on mental health and substance use, participants reported that they would have appreciated more resources and information in these areas as well as more comprehensive information about other health concerns, including hormone therapy. Representative quotes are presented for each of the identified themes.

CONCLUSIONS

There is a desire to have greater access to reliable sexual health information among transmasculine people. Mobile apps like Transpire are an acceptable intervention to increase access to this information and other resources. More evidence is needed, however, from more racially and ethnically diverse samples of transmasculine people.
Authors’ Reply: Concerns on Generalizability (Preprint)
Authors: Chung Hsueh-Wen , Tai Chen-Jei , Chang Polun , Su Wen-Lin , Chien Li-Yin
Published: September 2023

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Three-dimensional Printing Hackathon for Medical Education:A novel method for interdisciplinary education (Preprint)
Authors: Tsai Yuan-Chih , Huang Wei-Zhi , Chen Jia-En , Tsai Yu-Min , Yi Chin-Chieh , Chen Gunng-Shinng , Lee Jiunn-tay
Published: September 2023

BACKGROUND

Hackathons encourage global innovation by fostering inventive problem-solving throughout varied fields. The technology of 3D printing revolutionizes the manufacturing, medical, educational, and military sectors. Combining medical education with 3D printing in hackathons improves students' problem-solving abilities, even in the face of difficulties such as the COVID-19 pandemic.

OBJECTIVE

This study proposes a new method for combining medicine and 3D printing technology across disciplines via an online forum for undergraduate medical education.

METHODS

Ninety-six students from the Medicine and Nursing School of the National Defense Medical Center, Taiwan, were randomly assigned to twenty groups and categorized into two groups to work on programs for two weeks. Online discussions were linked to topic discussions through proximity-based video conferencing (website: https://www.gather.town/). Speakers and mentors from different professions were then invited to motivate and stimulate students’ thinking and analysis skills.

RESULTS

Several prototypes were elucidated for problem-solving that had 3D printing and medical themes in the military. For example, one winning team offered a battlefield crutch capable of being mounted quickly on a rifle to improve the mobility of wounded soldiers and significantly boost their chances of survival. Post-event evaluation indicated that ants had a high degree of satisfaction.

CONCLUSIONS

During the COVID-19 pandemic, conferencing software enabled new methods for hosting large-scale gatherings online. This software can expand access to medical education with good participant satisfaction. It also has the potential to develop innovative solutions to problems when combined with 3D printing.
Time from waking to the first cigarette and mortality and incident cardiovascular disease (Preprint)
Authors: Li Yanzhi , Lai Wenjian , Zhao Hao , Zhong Xiali , Guo Lan
Published: September 2023

BACKGROUND

It is unclear whether time from waking to the first cigarette (TWFC) is associated with all-cause mortality, cardiovascular disease (CVD) mortality, and incident CVD.

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to investigate the associations of TWFC with all-cause mortality, CVD mortality, and incident CVD among regular smokers.

METHODS

Data were from the UK Biobank, including 32 519 regular smokers aged 40–70 years. TWFC data was collected using a touch screen questionnaire. The outcomes included all-cause mortality and mortality from and incidence of CVD, ischemic heart disease (IHD), and stroke.

RESULTS

Among regular smokers included in the analysis, 4752 (1811 from CVD, 920 from IHD, and 275 from stroke) died during a 15.5-year (median, 12.5) follow-up, and 3903 developed CVD (3178 from IHD and 899 from stroke) during 14.5-year (median, 12.6) follow-up. After adjusting for covariates (e.g., daily cigarettes, age started smoking, pack-years, and type of tobacco), compared with smokers reporting TWFC > 120 min, those reporting TWFC between 61 and 120 min (HR, 1.30; 95% CI, 1.10–1.53), TWFC between 5 and 60 min (1.48, 1.30–1.70), and TWFC < 5 min (1.65, 1.42–1.93) had a higher risk of all-cause mortality. Referenced with TWFC > 120 min, HRs (95% CIs) of CVD mortality for TWFC between 61 and 120 min, TWFC between 5 and 60 min, and TWFC < 5 were 1.12 (0.85–1.46), 1.39 (1.12–1.73), and 1.55 (1.21–2.00), respectively. The corresponding HRs (95% CIs) of incident CVD were 1.11 (0.95–1.31), 1.27 (1.11–1.45), and 1.39 (1.19–1.63), respectively. Similar associations were observed for IHD mortality and incident IHD, but the associations of TWFC with stroke mortality and incident stroke were not observed. A series of sensitivity analyses showed similar results.

CONCLUSIONS

A shorter TWFC was associated with a higher risk of all-cause mortality, mortality from CVD and IHD, as well as incident CVD and IHD. Undoubtedly, to reap massive health benefits, smokers had better quit smoking. If they are unable to quit, they should try to delay smoking their first cigarette after waking up.
Seasonal and Weekly Patterns of Korean Adolescents’ Web Search Activity on Insomnia: Retrospective Study (Preprint)
Authors: Baek Kwangyeol , Jeong Jake , Kim Hyun-Woo , Shin Dong-Hyeon , Kim Jiyoung , Lee Gha-Hyun , Cho Jae Wook
Published: September 2023

BACKGROUND

Sleep deprivation in adolescents is a common but serious public health issue. Adolescents often have a progressive circadian delay and suffer from insufficient sleep during weekdays due to the school schedule. Temporal patterns in internet search activity data can provide relevant information for understanding the characteristic sleep problems of the adolescent population.

OBJECTIVE

We aimed to reveal whether adolescents exhibit distinct temporal seasonal and weekly patterns in internet search activity on insomnia compared to adults.

METHODS

We hypothesized that adolescents exhibit larger variations in the internet search volume for insomnia, particularly in association with the school schedule (e.g., academic vacations and weekends). We extracted the daily search volume for insomnia in South Korean adolescents (13-18 years old), adults (19-59 years old), and young adults (19-24 years old) during the years 2016-2019 using NAVER DataLab, the most popular search engine in South Korea. The daily search volume data for each group were normalized with the annual median of each group. The time series of the search volume was decomposed into slow fluctuation (over a year) and fast fluctuation (within a week) using fast Fourier transform. Next, we compared the normalized search volume across months in a year (slow fluctuation) and days in a week (fast fluctuation).

RESULTS

In the annual trend, 2-way ANOVA revealed a significant (group) × (month) interaction (P<.001). Adolescents exhibited much greater seasonal variations across a year than the adult population (coefficient of variation=0.483 for adolescents vs 0.131 for adults). The search volume for insomnia in adolescents was notably higher in January, February, and August, which are academic vacation periods in South Korea (P<.001). In the weekly pattern, 2-way ANOVA revealed a significant (group) × (day) interaction (P<.001). Adolescents showed a considerably increased search volume on Sunday and Monday (P<.001) compared to adults. In contrast, young adults demonstrated seasonal and weekly patterns similar to adults.

CONCLUSIONS

Adolescents demonstrate distinctive seasonal and weekly patterns in internet searches on insomnia (ie, increased search in vacation months and weekend–weekday transitions), which are closely associated with the school schedule. Adolescents’ sleep concerns might be potentially affected by the disrupted daily routine and the delayed sleep phase during vacations and weekends. As we demonstrated, comparing various age groups in infodemiology and infoveillance data might be helpful in identifying distinctive features in vulnerable age groups.
Determinants of IFRS for SMES Adoption Worldwide
Authors: Issam Pr. Benhayoun , Ibtissam Pr. Zejjari
Published: September 2023

The main purpose of this study is to analyze whether there is a relationship between macroeconomic factors and the adoption of IFRS for SMEs in order to help answer the question of why some countries adopt IFRS for SMEs while others do not. We used logistic regression analysis to investigate 150 countries, including 85 jurisdictions that have adopted IFRS for SMEs. The main results indicate that a country is more likely to adopt IFRS for SMEs if it has an unfavorable political climate and a non-Anglo-Saxon culture. Nonetheless, there is no evidence that the country’s economic growth, the existence of a capital market, the educational level, and the legal system are associated with the decision to adopt IFRS for SMEs.This study contributes to a better understanding of the factors influencing the adoption of IFRS for SMEs on a country level and could be used to predict a country’s decision to adopt this standard. It also adds to the literature on international accounting harmonization by examining country-level determinants that influence the adoption of IFRS for SMEs by all companies.
The Investigation of Organizational Justice Relationship with Managers’ Self-Efficacy (Case Study: Applied Scientific Educational Institutions in Northern of Iran)
Authors: Taleghani Mohammad , Taleghani Ataollah
Published: September 2023

The aim of the present study, the relationship between thinking styles and abilities of the individual employee organizations Education office is Rasht City. All staff education research population administrative Rasht City of sample included 490 men and 215 women who randomly—selected class. To gather the data from the two questionnaires assessing thinking styles and abilities of individual staff questionnaires were used. Cronbach’s alpha coefficient of 95% and Thinking Styles Inventory capabilities of individual employees was estimated at 96%. Data from the descriptive statistics (mean and standard deviation) and inferential statistics (multiple regression analysis to test the main hypothesis of the study and test specific hypotheses to test and Pearson correlation test and KS-test and ANOVA Friedman test, camera test Watson) was used. Overall relationship between the changing styles and interpersonal skills combined with the ability to confirm a relationship was found between styles and between levels of utopian thinking, pragmatic-oriented analysis, and fact-oriented capabilities of individuals with confirmed. And the Friedman test with the highest correlation was found. At the end of the pragmatic thinking in the form of summary, discussion, conclusions, several recommendations in connection with the results in real-world applications and continues to pursue similar studies in the future are presented.
Corporate Social Responsibility in India: An Examination in the Context of Corporate Governance
Authors: Sanganeria Vidushi , Sharma Utkarsh
Published: September 2023

Abstract: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has emerged as a significant aspect of corporate behavior globally, driven by ethical concerns, stakeholder expectations, and regulatory mandates. In India, the integration of CSR into corporate governance practices has garnered increasing attention in recent years. This abstract provides an overview of the examination of CSR in India within the framework of corporate governance. This study aims to explore the intricate relationship between CSR and corporate governance in the Indian context. It delves into the evolving landscape of CSR in India, particularly since the enactment of the Companies Act, 2013, which made it mandatory for certain qualifying companies to allocate a portion of their profits towards CSR activities. The analysis encompasses a review of legislative developments, the evolution of CSR reporting, and the role of stakeholders in shaping CSR strategies.
BASKETBOL ANTRENÖRLERİNİN LİDERLİK YÖNELİMLERİNİN BAZI DEĞİŞKENLERE GÖRE İNCELENMESİ (DİYARBAKIR İLİ ÖRNEĞİ)
Authors: ATEŞ Hamdullah
Published: September 2023

Bu çalışma Diyarbakır ilinde yer alan basketbol antrenörlerinin liderlik yönelimlerini incelemek amacıyla yapılmıştır. Çalışmada araştırmacı tarafından hazırlanan, katılımcıların cinsiyet, yaş, gelir durumu ve antrenörlük yılı ile ilgili veri toplamak amacıyla kişisel bilgi formu ve Dursun, Günay ve Yenel (2019) tarafından geliştirilen “Çok Yönlü Liderlik Yönelimleri Ölçeği” kullanılmıştır. Araştırma grubunu Diyarbakır ilinde yer alan 135 kadın ve 110 erkek basketbol antrenörü oluşturmaktadır. Ölçek ve kişisel bilgi formu, amaçlı örnekleme yöntemi kullanılarak çalışmaya katılan basketbolculara çevrim içi yöntem ile uygulanmıştır. Araştırma sonucunda elde edilen veriler SPSS.22 paket programında analiz edildi. Verilerin analizi işleminde betimleyici istatistikler, ikili grup karşılaştırmalarında bağımsız gruplar için t testi, çoklu grupları karşılaştırmada tek yönlü varyans analizi ANOVA testi uygulandı. Sonuçların yorumlanmasında 0,05 anlamlılık düzeyi ele alınmıştır. Çalışmaya katılan basketbol antrenörlerinin liderlik yönelimlerinde ölçülen değişkenlere göre istatistiksel olarak anlamlı bir farklılık tespit edilememiştir.
2022 KATAR DÜNYA KUPASI GOL ANALİZİ: GRUP AŞAMASINDAKİ PERFORMANSA YÖNELİK BİR ARAŞTIRMA
Authors: ARI Erdal , APAYDIN Necdet
Published: September 2023

2022 yılında Katar’da düzenlenen Dünya Kupası organizasyonunun grup aşamasında atılan ve yenilen gollerin çeşitli parametrelere göre analiz edilmesi, bu çalışmanın amacını oluşturmaktadır. Uluslararası Futbol Federasyonları Birliği (FIFA) tarafından Katar’da düzenlenen 2022 Dünya Kupası organizasyonunda, dörder takımdan oluşan 8 grupta toplam 32 takım yer almıştır. Grup aşamasında mücadele eden 32 takım araştırmanın örneklem grubunu oluşturmaktadır. Turnuvanın grup aşaması boyunca atılan ve yenilen goller, oluş biçimine, gol vuruşunun yapıldığı bölgeye,müsabakanın zaman aralıklarına göre analiz edilmiştir. Analiz sonucunda elde edilen verilerin normal dağılıma uygunluğu Shapiro-Wilk testi ile incelenmiştir. Varyans homojenliği Levene testi ile kontrol edilmiştir. Grup müsabakaları sonucunda üst tura yükselen ve turnuvadan elenen takımların analiz verileri arasındaki farklılık, ilişkisiz örneklemler için T-testi ve Mann Whitney-U testi ile analiz edilmiştir. Analiz sonuçlarına göre, üst tura yükselen takımların organize hücum ve serbest atış sonucunda daha az sayıda gol yediği ve organize hücum sonucunda daha fazla sayıda gol attığı belirlenmiştir (p