bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Laered composite hydrogenated films of zirconium and niobium: method of production and control of properties by thermopower method
Authors: Larionov V. V. , Laptev R. S. , Lider A. M.
Published: September 2024

In this work, to obtain layered materials with the inclusion of hydrogen, Nb/Zr films with different numbers of layers from 50 to 100 were used. The films were sputtered onto a silicon substrate using the vacuum-magnetron method in a specialized installation. The film thickness was varied from 10 to 50 nm. The resulting material was hydrogenated with protons on a TPU electrostatic generator with an energy of up to 1,2 MeV. The optimal modes for deposition of nano-sized metal multilayer Zr/Nb systems have been determined: for a Zr target, the specific power of the sputtering system is 37,9 W/cm2, for a Nb target — 26,4 W/cm2. A coating with clear boundaries between the individual layers of zirconium and niobium was obtained. It is shown that the optimal modes for studying nano-sized Zr/Nb layers are pressure 700 Pa, power 40 W, frequency 2 kHz, plasma fill factor 12,5 % for coatings with a thickness of individual layers of 100 nm. For coatings with individual layer thicknesses from 10 to 50 nm, the optimal pressure is 650 Pa, power 40 W, frequency 1 kHz. To control properties, the thermopower method is used. It was revealed that after proton irradiation there is an intensive accumulation of hydrogen atoms near the interfaces, which entails a change in the thermopower up to an inversion of its sign. The hydrogen distribution is predominantly bimodal, with local maxima in hydrogen concentration observed at the Nb/Zr interface, and the accumulation at the Zr/Nb interface is significantly lower. Hydrogen localization near the interfaces occurs predominantly in the vicinity of zirconium.
Cuban Macaw (Ara tircolor) in the Upper Pleistocene of western Cuba
Authors: Zelenkov N. V.
Published: September 2024

The Cuban Macaw, Ara tricolor (Bechstein, 1811), is an extinct species of large parrots with little known historical distribution and ecology. To date, only three late Quaternary paleontological and one archaeozoological (17th–18th centuries) finds of the species have been described from central Cuba. This article describes the new (fourth) fossil record of the Cuban Macaw, a fragmentary carpometacarpus from the Upper Pleistocene layers of El Abrón Cave in Pinar del Río province. This is the first documented evidence of the species from the western part of Cuba. The associated fauna indicates that the Cuban Macaw lived in mosaic, semi-open marshy landscapes, probably similar to those in the vicinity of Ciénaga de Zapata in modern times.
Two phylogenetic cohorts of the nucleocapsid protein NP and their correlation with the host range of influenza A viruses
Authors: Chernyshova A. I. , Zhirnov O. P.
Published: September 2024

Influenza A virus has a wide natural areal among birds, mammals and humans. One of the main regulatory adaptors of the virus host range is the major NP protein of the viral nucleocapsid. Phylogenetic analysis of the NP protein of different viruses has revealed the existence of two phylogenetic cohorts in human influenza virus population. Cohort I includes classical human viruses that caused epidemics in 1957, 1968, 1977. Cohort II includes the H1N1/2009pdm virus, which had a mixed avian-swine origin, but caused global human pandemic. Also, the highly virulent H5N1 avian influenza virus emerged in 2021 and caused outbreaks of lethal infections in mammals, including humans, appeared to have the NP gene of the second phylogenetic cohort and, therefore, by the type of adaptation to human is similar to the H1N1/2009pdm virus and seems to possess a high epidemic potential for humans. The data obtained shed light on pathways and dynamics of avian influenza viruses adaptation to humans and propose phylogenetic algorithm for systemic monitoring of dangerous virus strains to predict epidemic harbingers and take immediate preventive measures.
Evaluation of clinically significant miRNAs level by machine learning approaches utilizing total transcriptome data
Authors: Solovev Ya. V. , Evpak A. S. , Kudriaeva A. A. , Gabibov A. G. , Belogurov A. A.
Published: September 2024

Analysis of the mechanisms underlying the occurrence and progression of cancer represents a key objective in contemporary clinical bioinformatics and molecular biology. Utilizing omics data, particularly transcriptomes, enables a detailed characterization of expression patterns and post-transcriptional regulation across various RNA types relative to the entire transcriptome. Here, we assembled a dataset comprising transcriptomic data from approximately 16.000 patients encompassing over 160 types of cancer. We employed state-of-the-art gradient boosting algorithms to discern intricate correlations in the expression levels of four clinically significant microRNAs, specifically hsa-mir-21, hsa-let-7a-1, hsa-let-7b, and hsa-let-7i, with the expression levels of the remaining 60.660 unique RNAs. Our analysis revealed a dependence of the expression levels of the studied microRNAs on the concentrations of several small nucleolar RNAs and regulatory long non-coding RNAs. Notably, the roles of these RNAs in the development of specific cancer types had been previously established through experimental evidence. Subsequent evaluation of the created database will facilitate the identification of a broader spectrum of overarching dependencies related to changes in the expression levels of various RNA classes in diverse cancers. In future it will make possible discovery of unique alterations specific to certain types of malignant transformations.
Salud mental en estudiantes de medicina en Nariño, Colombia, en el confinamiento por la pandemia de COVID-19
Authors: Benavides Melo Julie Andrea , De la Espriella Perdomo Mauricio , Houck Peter
Published: September 2024

El distanciamiento social, junto con otras medidas para evitar o disminuir la transmisión del COVID-19, ha tenido consecuencias en la salud mental de los estudiantes. Objetivo: evaluar la salud mental de estudiantes de medicina en Nariño, Colombia, durante la pandemia de COVID-19. Metodología: estudio cuantitativo, observacional, descriptivo, de corte transversal. Se aplicó una encuesta virtual autodiligenciada a estudiantes mayores de 18 años, que cursaban cuarto semestre y pertenecían a semilleros de la Facultad de Medicina de la Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia, campus Pasto. Los estudiantes participaron voluntariamente en el estudio, y se excluyó a aquellos estudiantes que tuvieron problemas de conexión a Internet. Resultados: 54 estudiantes respondieron la encuesta. La mayoría tenía 19 años de edad (33,3 %); eran solteros (96,3 %); pertenecían a estratos 2 a 4 (87,0 %); cursaban cuarto semestre (96,0 %), y más de la mitad era de sexo femenino (59,0 %). Se encontró una mayor prevalencia de ansiedad (31,3 %) en comparación con estrés (16,7 %) y depresión (16,7 %). Para la ansiedad, el mayor nivel fue moderado (52,9 %), al igual que para la depresión (55,6 %); mientras que, para la ansiedad, el 20,0 % presentó un nivel muy severo. El 100 % de los encuestados presentó desesperanza en diferentes niveles, y el 33,3 % mostró ideación suicida. Conclusión: es necesario implementar medidas que ayuden a mejorar y prevenir afectaciones de la salud mental de los estudiantes, así como realizar estudios analíticos que permitan indagar sobre el COVID-19 y su impacto en la salud mental.
Percepciones sobre la formación académica de la Especialización en Cuidado Crítico-Enfermería, Universidad Mariana, año 2020
Authors: Moreno Montenegro Norma Viviana , Narváez Gómez Carmen Ofelia
Published: September 2024

La alta prevalencia de enfermedades crónicas puede requerir tratamiento en la unidad de cuidados intensivos (UCI); por ello, en las universidades, es indispensable formar a enfermeras como especialistas en cuidado crítico, para que, a través de sus conocimientos y aplicación del cuidado, contribuyan a disminuir las tasas de morbilidad y mortalidad de estas enfermedades. Objetivo: identificar la percepción sobre la formación académica en la Especialización en Enfermería para el Cuidado del Paciente en Estado Crítico de la Universidad Mariana. Métodos: enfoque cuantitativo, de tipo descriptivo y corte transversal. Se aplicó un cuestionario electrónico con preguntas estructuradas a una muestra no probabilística, conformada por docentes, egresados y estudiantes de la especialización. Resultados: el 60 % de los docentes, el 64,7 % de los egresados y el 63,2 % de los estudiantes consideraron importante manejar el código deontológico en enfermería para el ejercicio del cuidado crítico, al igual que la aplicación de gestión y gerencia, modelos y teorías de enfermería. Conclusión: estudiantes, docentes y egresados de la especialización señalaron la importancia de incluir actividades académicas en el proceso formativo para fortalecer el conocimiento, el desarrollo de nuevas habilidades y la vinculación del campo de trabajo y entorno social.
Quarterly Update of the Financial Stability Report – September 2024
Authors:   Office of the Deputy Technical Governor,   Office for Monetary Operations and International Investments,   Financial Stability Department
Published: September 2024

This document provides an update on the main risks faced by the local financial system. It assesses the quarterly evolution of vulnerabilities identified in the Financial Stability Report for the first half of 2024: i) sudden changes in global financial conditions; ii) materialization of credit risk; and iii) deterioration in the performance of financial institutions. Additionally, this update seeks to inform financial market participants and the public about the main risk mitigants and to present the in-depth analyses that will be featured in the Special Reports on Financial Stability and the Financial Stability Report for the second half of 2024.
4-H Volunteer Training Series: The ABCs of 4-H: A Primer for 4-H Volunteers
Authors: Dierenfield Candi , Ghosh Shreemoyee , Emerson Jessica , Davis Paula , Crawson Nicole , Scarbrough Bailea , Hafner David
Published: September 2024

This information sheet is the introduction to the 4-H Volunteer Training Series (VTS). The series contains a wealth of information, from how to start a club, to planning field trips, to how to work with youth. This part was originally published in July 2014 and then revised in July 2018. It was updated in the summer of 2023 and is now revised in September 2024.
Estimated Costs and Returns of Hemp Flower Production
Authors: Blare Trent , Brym Zachary , Bejarano Loor Andres , Ballen Fredy H.
Published: September 2024

The purpose of this document is to provide a framework and provisional values to estimate costs and returns of hemp flower production for commercial producers in Florida. Written by Trent Blare, Zachary Brym, Andres Bejarano Loor, and Fredy H. Ballen, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agronomy, August 2024.
Magnolia x soulangiana 'Cupcake' 'Cupcake' Saucer Magnolia
Authors: Gilman Edward
Published: September 2024

This document provides an overview of the ‘Cupcake’ saucer magnolia (Magnolia x soulangiana ‘Cupcake’). It describes the tree’s growth habits, blooming period, and ornamental features, including its large, light pink and white flowers. The document also covers the tree’s planting requirements, hardiness zones, and potential uses in landscaping. Additionally, it highlights the tree’s moderate growth rate, pest resistance, and maintenance needs, emphasizing its suitability as a specimen plant in sunny or partially shaded spots. Original publication date October 1999.
Malus x 'Mary Potter' 'Mary Potter' Crabapple
Authors: Gilman Edward
Published: September 2024

This document details the ‘Mary Potter’ crabapple tree, covering its growth in sunny, well-drained areas, adaptability to various soils, and urban conditions. It highlights the tree’s showy flowers, colorful fruit, and uses in landscaping. It also emphasizes selecting disease-resistant cultivars and managing common pests and diseases. Original publication date October 1999.
Malus x 'Red Jade' 'Red Jade' Crabapple
Authors: Gilman Edward
Published: September 2024

This document provides detailed information about the ‘Red Jade’ crabapple tree, including its growth requirements, characteristics, and uses. It highlights the tree’s adaptability to various soil types and urban conditions, its showy pink flowers and red fruit, and its applications in landscaping. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of selecting disease-resistant cultivars and managing common pests and diseases. Original publication date October 1999.
Miscanthus sinensis Maiden Grass
Authors: Gilman Edward
Published: September 2024

This document provides a comprehensive overview of Miscanthus sinensis, commonly known as maiden grass. It describes the plant’s physical characteristics, including its height, spread, and fine-textured foliage, as well as its seasonal changes and ornamental features. The document highlights the plant’s adaptability to various soil types and its moderate drought tolerance. It also discusses the plant’s uses in landscaping, such as mass planting, border, and accent, and provides information on its propagation and maintenance1. Additionally, it mentions several cultivars of maiden grass, each with unique features, and notes that the plant has no serious pest or disease issues. Original publication date September 1999.
Miscanthus sinensis 'Morning Light' Morning Light Maiden Grass
Authors: Gilman Edward
Published: September 2024

This document provides an overview of Miscanthus sinensis ‘Morning Light’, commonly known as ‘Morning Light’ maiden grass. It describes the plant’s physical characteristics, including its height, spread, and fine-textured foliage. The document highlights its ornamental uses in landscapes, such as mass planting, borders, and as an accent. It also covers the plant’s adaptability to various soil types, its drought tolerance, and its preference for full sun. Additionally, the document mentions the plant’s invasive potential and provides information on its propagation and pest resistance. Original publication date September 1999.
Growth and Development Stages of Four Japanese Persimmon Varieties in North Florida
Authors: Shahid Muhammad Adnan , Sarkhosh Ali , Iqbal Shahid
Published: September 2024

Japanese persimmon (Diospyros kaki) are a good source of vitamins A and C and dietary fiber, while also being low in calories and fat. These fruits are popular in many Asian cuisines and are enjoyed in various ways, including fresh, dried, or cooked in multiple value-added products. This publication will provide information on persimmon phenological growth stages of four established varieties grown at the UF/IFAS North Florida Research and Education Center in Quincy, Florida. The nine major persimmon growth stages are divided into two categories: vegetative and reproductive stages. This publication provides illustrative figures for each development stage. Accurate identification of phenological stages is important for making informed decisions on plant care, fertilizer, irrigation, and fruit harvesting. This information will be helpful to students, growers, homeowners, nursery workers, and Extension agents interested in growing persimmons in Florida.
Conducting Productive Team Meetings
Authors: Baker Carrie N. , Gold Matthew , Bush Sarah A. , Greenhaw Laura , Biderman Rachel
Published: September 2024

This publication outlines tips and strategies for team leaders running meetings. Written by Carrie N. Baker, Matthew Gold, Sarah A. Bush, Laura L. Greenhaw, and Rachel Biderman, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, August 2024.
Identification of Damaged Ship State During Compartments Flooding
Authors:   Saint Petersburg State University, 28 Universitetskiy pr., Stary Peterhof, 198504, Saint Petersburg, Russia, Goncharuk Daniil , Degtyarev Aleksandr ,   Saint Petersburg State University, 28 Universitetskiy pr., Stary Peterhof, 198504, Saint Petersburg, Russia, Bus'ko Ilya ,   Saint Petersburg State University, 35 Universitetskiy pr., Stary Peterhof, 198504, Saint Petersburg, Russia
Published: September 2024

The article is focused on method of ship rolling processing during flooding of compartments. The main goal of such processing is in determination of the time moment, when the type of static stability diagram changes. The ship state corresponding to each of these types requires completely different methods of damage control, which is reflected in the knowledge base of the onboard intelligent system. In navigation conditions, and even more so in extreme situations, direct measurement of the stability characteristics of a marine object is impossible, so their indirect determination is required. The article presents the implementation of the procedural component of an on-board intelligent system based on an artificial neural network.
The Effect of Tidal Forces on the Motion of Spacecraft. A Model of a Toroidal Satellite
Authors:   Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia, Moika river embankment, 48, 191186, Saint Petersburg, Russia, Liapzev Alexander
Published: September 2024

The model of a toroidal satellite is considered in the limiting case when the major radius of the torus (the distance from the center of the tube to the center of the torus) is much larger than its minor radius (the radius of the tube). Based on the Lagrange method, the equations of motion are derived. It is shown that the obtained mathematical equations describing the rotational motion do not contain small parameters, which implies that tidal forces have a significant effect on the rotational motion of the satellite. Numerical solutions of the obtained equations can be studied by students based on the use of differential equation solving procedures available in MATLAB and Octave environments. Numerical experiment in combination with analytical methods for studying these equations shows that with a sufficiently fast rotation of the satellite around the axis of symmetry, its orientation motion stabilizes and becomes quasi-periodic.
Polineuropatía crónica inflamatoria desmielinizante: caso clínico
Authors: Quisnia Amaguaya Maira Alexandra , Calderón Guaraca Prissila Banesa , Mendoza Rivas Rodrigo Jose
Published: September 2024

Introducción: la Polineuropatía crónica inflamatoria desmielinizante es un raro trastorno autoinmune que afecta al sistema nervioso periférico, el diagnóstico, variabilidad en la evolución y respuesta al tratamiento son desafíos clave. Además, el alto costo de tratamientos y el impacto en la calidad de vida subrayan la importancia de investigar esta condición.  Objetivo: analizar el manejo de la patología, incluyendo su descripción, plan de atención y tratamiento, mediante estudio de un caso clínico. Metodología: Caso clínico con revisión bibliográfica tipo descriptivo, retrospectivo, se abordan aspectos como definición, fisiopatología, factores de riesgo, diagnóstico, pronóstico, signos y síntomas. La sistematización del caso incluye motivo de consulta, enfermedad actual, antecedentes, medicamentos, examen físico, laboratorios y desenlace. La discusión destaca influencias holísticas en el desenlace, comparando datos con otras investigaciones para enriquecer el artículo. Resultados: Se considera el caso de un hombre de 41 años con múltiples condiciones médicas preexistentes, incluyendo hipotiroidismo, hipertensión arterial, trombosis venosa profunda y tromboembolismo pulmonar. Ingresa a emergencia con síntomas compatibles con síndrome coronario agudo, pero se descartan signos cardíacos significativos en los estudios. Dada su historia de trastornos previos y una polineuropatía inflamatoria, se sospecha un síndrome multiinflamatorio sistémico relacionado con un posible síndrome de hipercoagulabilidad. Se inicia tratamiento y se realiza una exhaustiva evaluación clínica, destacando la presencia de estenosis de canal medular y evidencia de polineuropatía desmielinizante crónica inflamatoria (CIDP) en estudios complementarios. Conclusiones: La Polineuropatía Desmielinizante Crónica Inflamatoria (CIDP) es un desafío en los trastornos autoinmunes del sistema nervioso periférico, evidenciando complejidades en diagnóstico, evolución y tratamiento. El estudio de un caso clínico subraya la importancia de un enfoque integral que incluye medicamentos, control vital, fisioterapia y seguimiento neurológico. La investigación destaca la necesidad de más estudios y atención especializada para abordar eficazmente la CIDP. Área de estudio general: medicina. Área de estudio específica: cardiología. Tipo de estudio: Casos clínicos.
Trastorno del desarrollo cortical y epilepsia refractaria: reporte de caso
Authors: Cuzco Molina Miriam Guadalupe , Mesa Cano Isabel Cristina , Merchán Coronel María Graciela
Published: September 2024

Introducción: La epilepsia afecta al desarrollo cortical comprometiendo las funciones mentales superiores, y está asociado a malformaciones del desarrollo la tasa de recurrencia es elevada, las mutaciones somáticas pueden detectarse en alrededor del 30 % de los pacientes con malformación del desarrollo cortical, en el 76% de las epilepsias refractarias se presentan como epilepsias farmacorresistentes. Objetivo: determinar el manejo y terapéutica de trastorno del desarrollo cortical y epilepsia refractaria en un caso clínico, con el fin de establecer elementos novedosos e instructivos de la enfermedad.  Metodología: estudio de caso clínico de tipo descriptiva, retrospectivo. La técnica empleada para la recolección de la información del caso fue mediante la revisión de historia clínica y para la descripción de la patología fue mediante la recopilación de artículos extraídos de bases de datos reconocidas como: Scopus, PorQuest, Pubmed, web of science, lilacs. Como criterio de inclusión: artículos publicados en los últimos 5 años, en español e inglés. El proceso ético legal se cumple con la firma del asentimiento.  Resultados: Paciente masculino de 6 años de edad, debuta con eventos de características epilépticas a los 5 años, es valorado por medico quien prescribe Valcote y lamotrigina sin embargo las crisis se vuelven refractarias, por lo que se suma clobazan (ubadam) sin mejoría este paciente tiene compromiso con la función cognitiva, conforme pasan los meses paciente sufre deterioro de la función, en la resonancia magnética tiene las heterotopias por lo que el paciente es catalogado como trastorno del desarrollo cortical y epilepsia refractaria, al momento cursa estable sin crisis convulsivas con medicación. Conclusiones: existe una prevalencia elevada de la epilepsia refractaria en pacientes con trastornos del desarrollo cortical, su principal manifestación son las crisis convulsivas y el compromiso neurológico, el diagnóstico incluye la clínica, estudios de imagen, electroencefalograma y detalle genético. Más de la mitad de pacientes requieren 2 o más medicamentos para poder controlar las crisis. El tratamiento puede requerir intervención quirúrgica si no mejora con los fármacos habituales, y la dieta complementaria cetógena es importante en el tratamiento. Área de estudio general: Medicina. Área de estudio específica: Neurología. Tipo de estudio:  Casos clínicos / Clinical cases.
Comparison of Causes of Mortality Between Hospitalized Unsheltered Homeless Patients and Non-Homeless Sex and Age-Matched Controls: A Retrospective Case-Control Study
Authors: Smaha Juraj , Falat Jakub , Gažová Andrea , Kužma Martin , Kyselovič Ján , Palkovič Michal , Kuruc Roman , Babál Pavel , Payer Juraj , Jackuliak Peter
Published: September 2024

Objectives

Roofless individuals represent the most severe category of homelessness. Their clinical characteristics and mortality patterns in Central and Eastern Europe are little known.

Methods

A single-center retrospective case-control study at the internal medicine department in Bratislava, Slovakia was conducted. 5694 mortality records from 2010 to 2023 were screened, and 141 (118 men, 23 women) roofless individuals were identified. Patients were sex- and age-matched, with 141 patients from the cohort of non-homeless deceased patients.

Results

Compared to controls, roofless people had a higher incidence of immobility (p = 0.02) and hypothermia (p < 0.0001) at admission. 83% of the roofless people were men, and 59% of the roofless people died before reaching old age (60+). Homeless men died more often from infectious disease (p = 0.02), pneumonia being the most common one (60%). Men from the control group died more often from liver diseases (p = 0.03). There were no significant differences in the causes of mortality between women.

Conclusion

These findings could help to reduce the invisibility of the issue of massive premature mortality amongst homeless populations and roofless individuals, in particular.
Pharmacometabolomics of sulfonylureas in patients with type 2 diabetes: a cross-sectional study
Authors: Naja Khaled , Anwardeen Najeha , Bashraheel Sara S. , Elrayess Mohamed A.
Published: September 2024

Background

Sulfonylureas have been a longstanding pharmacotherapy in the management of type 2 diabetes, with potential benefits beyond glycemic control. Although sulfonylureas are effective, interindividual variability exists in drug response. Pharmacometabolomics is a potent method for elucidating variations in individual drug response. Identifying unique metabolites associated with treatment response can improve our ability to predict outcomes and optimize treatment strategies for individual patients. Our objective is to identify metabolic signatures associated with good and poor response to sulfonylureas, which could enhance our capability to anticipate treatment outcome.

Methods

In this cross-sectional study, clinical and metabolomics data for 137 patients with type 2 diabetes who are taking sulfonylurea as a monotherapy or a combination therapy were obtained from Qatar Biobank. Patients were empirically categorized according to their glycosylated hemoglobin levels into poor and good responders to sulfonylureas. To examine variations in metabolic signatures between the two distinct groups, we have employed orthogonal partial least squares discriminant analysis and linear models while correcting for demographic confounders and metformin usage.

Results

Good responders showed increased levels of acylcholines, gamma glutamyl amino acids, sphingomyelins, methionine, and a novel metabolite 6-bromotryptophan. Conversely, poor responders showed increased levels of metabolites of glucose metabolism and branched chain amino acid metabolites.

Conclusion

The results of this study have the potential to empower our knowledge of variability in patient response to sulfonylureas, and carry significant implications for advancing precision medicine in type 2 diabetes management.
Análisis de la violencia de género en Portoviejo desde una perspectiva comparada del sistema internacional derechos humanos: datos estadísticos del ECU 911 y la Policía Nacional (2021-2022)
Authors: Chevez Macias Marianella
Published: September 2024

La violencia de género es una problemática global que constituye una violación grave de los derechos humanos fundamentales, abarca una serie de actos que pueden ser de naturaleza sexual, física, psicológica y económica, afectando de manera desproporcionada a mujeres y niñas. En el contexto ecuatoriano, particularmente en la ciudad de Portoviejo, esta forma de violencia ha mostrado una tendencia alarmante en los últimos años, reflejando una situación crítica que demanda atención urgente. Este estudio analiza los datos proporcionados por el Servicio Integrado de Seguridad ECU 911 y la Policía Nacional de Portoviejo durante el período 2021-2022, con el fin de identificar patrones y tendencias en la incidencia de la violencia de género. Para ello, se recopilaron y examinaron los datos de ambas instituciones, empleando métodos cualitativos y cuantitativos. Además, se llevó a cabo un análisis comparativo con normativas internacionales relevantes. Los resultados revelan un aumento preocupante en los casos reportados: la Policía Nacional registró 15.368 denuncias en el período 2021-2022, mientras que el ECU 911 reportó 2.151 casos de violencia de género. Estos hallazgos subrayan la necesidad urgente de implementar políticas públicas más efectivas y sostenibles para combatir esta problemática. Las implicaciones de estos resultados se discuten en el marco de las normativas nacionales e internacionales, destacando los avances en el reconocimiento y la respuesta a la violencia de género. No obstante, a pesar de estos progresos, la violencia de género sigue siendo un desafío significativo en Portoviejo, como lo evidencian los datos y las tendencias observadas en este estudio.
Symmetricity, postposition, and hydras: Experimental evidence against the ATB-analysis of partial agreement in Russian
Authors: Pasko Lada
Published: September 2024

We present the results of acceptability judgement study focused on partial predicate agreement in Russian. We test the predictions of a possible analysis of partial agreement assuming coordination on VP level with subsequent Across-the-Board movement of verbal heads to a structurally higher position. This analysis implies restrictions on partial agreement in the case of symmetrical predicates, SV word order, and coordinated subject being a head of a relative clause. Our experimental data support none of these predictions. We propose that this result argues in favor of the DP-coordination analysis of partial agreement in Russian.
Parallelizing Bible texts: Developing the database of the Unified Bible Reader online application
Authors: Király Levente Zoltán
Published: September 2024

The Unified Bible Reader (UBR), developed by the Károli Gáspár University of the Reformed Church in Hungary, aims to facilitate the parallel reading of various Bible versions, including original language editions and antique as well as modern translations. This paper outlines the creation of a parallelized database of Bible texts through a four-step process: digitization, data cleaning, integration, and parallelization. The paper discusses the inherent challenges of the digitization phase which involves the conversion of non-digital texts to digital format, primarily using optical character recognition (OCR) technology. Data cleaning focuses on correcting OCR errors and resolving format inconsistencies. Integration, that is, importing text into a unified database, addresses issues with rare cases of text division. Parallelization involves aligning textual units across different versions, accounting for variations in verse numbering and verse boundaries. The development of software tools enabled semi-automatic and manual alignment. The application may serve as a basis for more refined text splitting and the addition of annotations to support advanced textual analysis and translation comparisons. The UBR project marks a significant step towards comprehensive, accessible parallel Bible reading and analysis.
Addressing workforce distribution and improving care: insights from trainees
Authors: McLean Rebecca , Parr Justin , Adams Brandon M
Published: September 2024

Introduction: Plastic surgeons are maldistributed in New Zealand. Regional centres have fewer surgeons and lower surgeon to population ratios than larger metropolitan areas. There is no published data on the future work intentions of plastic surgical trainees in New Zealand. This study examines the career preferences and intentions of plastic surgery trainees in New Zealand as well as perceived barriers to working in a regional centre. Methods: An anonymous online survey was sent to 31 current plastic surgery trainees and recent graduates. Data collected included demographic information, rural background, previous experience in regional centres, family responsibilities, preferred work locations, aspirations for private practice and work–life balance preferences. Results: A total of 25 trainees completed the questionnaire, with a response rate of 81 per cent. A significant proportion of trainees have prior experience in smaller regional centres. Family-friendly work environments and employment for partners were identified as important considerations. The top-ranked regional centres to work in included Queenstown/Wānaka, Hawkes Bay, Nelson and Whangārei. Factors such as the presence of other plastic surgeons, leave policies, after-hours call arrangements and access to a private operating facility were considered essential. Financial considerations, access to quality schooling or childcare, employment opportunities for partners, opportunities for teaching and unit expansion were also important factors. Conclusion: The results of this survey provide insight into the personal and professional factors influencing the career decisions of plastic surgery trainees in New Zealand. The findings highlight the need for strategic workforce planning and engaging relevant stakeholders to address the maldistribution of plastic surgeons, ultimately improving access to specialised care and reducing healthcare disparities for New Zealanders.
Rural and regional plastic surgery services
Authors: Zwart Jaeme
Published: September 2024

Jaeme Zwart looks at the workforce inequality in plastic surgery services in rural and regional areas of Australia and ways to support surgeons choosing to work outside metropolitan areas.
Leveraging Machine Learning Models to Enhance Startup Collaboration and Drive Technopreneurship
Authors: Wijono Sutarto , Rahardja Untung , Purnomo Hindriyanto Dwi , Lutfiani Ninda , Yusuf Natasya Aprila
Published: September 2024

In the dynamic and competitive realm of startups, identifying and cultivating effective collaborations is crucial for sustained success. This research evaluates how machine learning (ML) technologies can enhance startup collaborations by advancing decision-making processes through the analysis of historical data. Employing the SmartPLS methodology, this study collected data from 220 stakeholders, including 207 actively engaged in startups that are either utilizing or integrating ML technologies. The investigation focuses on understanding ML models, the importance of historical data, and the dimensions of collaboration critical to the success of startups. Through analysis with PLS-SEM, it was found that ML models significantly boost inter-startup synergy and the effectiveness of collaborative efforts. The results provide vital insights for industry practitioners and strategic decision-makers, offering practical strategies to employ ML in optimizing collaboration and ensuring sustainable growth within the technopreneurship arena. This study not only highlights the benefits of ML in fostering cooperative ventures but also aims to refine the strategic frameworks essential to the startup ecosystem.
Technopreneurship in Healthcare: Evaluating User Satisfaction and Trust in AI-Driven Safe Entry Stations
Authors: Rahardja Untung , Sunarya Po Abas , Aini Qurotul , Millah Shofiyul , Maulana Sabda
Published: September 2024

The development of technology in the health sector has encouraged the adoption of technopreneurship, especially in the application of artificial intelligence (AI) to support the safety and efficiency of health services. One of the innovations that has emerged is the AI-driven Safe Entry Station, which is designed to improve the safety and comfort of patients and medical personnel. However, the success of implementing this technology is highly dependent on the level of user satisfaction and trust. This study aims to evaluate the level of user satisfaction and trust in Safe Entry Stations in the health care environment and also explore the variables that influence the acceptance of this technology among users. This research method uses a quantitative approach with a survey involving 673 respondents from various health institutions that have used Safe Entry Stations. Data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with SmartPLS 4.0 software to identify the relationship between User Satisfaction (US), trust (TR), behaviour intention (BI), usage behaviour (SB) and technopreneurial impac (TI). The results showed that US and TR significantly influences BI and UB. Additionally, BI strongly impacts TI, suggesting that stronger intentions lead to a greater perceived impact on technopreneurship. This study found that AI-driven Safe Entry Stations has great potential for widespread adoption in the healthcare sector. These findings provide important insights for further development of this technology as well as technopreneurship strategies in the healthcare sector.
Deprem Nedeniyle Zorunlu Göçe Maruz Kalan Yaşlı Bireyler Üzerine Sosyolojik Bir Araştırma
Authors: Sevim Yelda
Published: September 2024

Bu çalışma 6 Şubat Kahramanmaraş depremlerinden sonra göç eden yaşlı bireylerin göç süreçlerini, yeni yerleşim yerindeki yaşamlarını ve geleceğe yönelik beklentilerini konu edinmektedir. Bu araştırmanın amacı zorunlu göçün toplumsal etkilerini yaşlı bireyler açısından inceleyerek, zorunlu göç sonrasındaki yaşam deneyimlerini gözler önüne sermektir. Araştırma nitel odaklı yaklaşımları kapsayan alan araştırması modelinde gerçekleştirilmiştir. Çalışma durum tespiti temelli bir nitelik taşımaktadır. 65 yaş üstü 15 birey hakkında yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme formu ile bilgi toplanmıştır. Çalışmada her yaşlı bireyin göçü deneyimleme sürecinin farklılaştığı ve bunda bireyin yaşadığı kültürel yapının, ekonomik durumunun, psikolojik özelliklerinin ve kişilik özelliklerinin belirleyici olduğu tespit edilmiştir. Göç ettikleri yerin memleketleri ve göçün kaynaklandığı yere yakın olması yaşlı bireylerin çevreye uyumunu olumlu etkilemiştir. Göç eden bireylerin; sağlık, ulaşım, ekonomik gelir yetersizliği, alışveriş imkânları, yalnızlık ve deprem korkusu açısından sıkıntılar yaşadığı tespit edilmiştir. Yaşlıların çoğunluğu geriye göç konusunda istekli bulunmuştur. Yapılan bu çalışmanın, zorunlu göç sonrası yaşlı bireylerin desteklenmesine yönelik hedeflerin belirlenmesi açısından yararlı olacağı umulmaktadır.
Aplikasi Edukasi Pengenalan Bahasa Arab Berbasis Augmented Reality Studi Kasus : Madrasah Ardhal-Haq
Authors: Wijaya Ibnu Sani , Ramadhan Gilang , Masgo Masgo
Published: September 2024

The field of education is witnessing rapid developments in information technology, with aug-mented reality (AR) emerging as a promising tool for multi-media learning, including Arabic language recognition. Among the Semitic language families, Arabic has the largest number of speakers. Arabic is the sentence that Arabs use to express their intentions and purposes. The form is in the form of hijaiyah letters that are used by Arabs for oral and written social interaction and communication. Madrasah diniyah takmiliyah ardal-haq is located on the main road of pematang moss, betara sub-district, West Tan-jung Jabung district, Jambi Province as one of the elementary schools, at the Ardhal-haq Madrasah, the way of delivering learning is still using simple methods, using books that do not have pictures. it is known that in general students and female students feel bored with Arabic language teaching offered by educational institutions, because students face challenges in understanding written language, including phonetics and syntax. The author chooses to use the MDLC (Multimedia Development Life Cycle) method to conduct research by creating Augmented Reality-based educational applications for Arabic language teaching. This method can be applied to system development in multimedia applications and its stages can be changed based on the research needs, which is why the author used it for system development. The purpose of this research is to facilitate the mastery of Arabic language by students and support instructors of Ardhal-Haq Madrasah in their classroom teaching. With this research produces an Augmented Reality-based Arabic language introduction educational application.
In quanti modi si può chiedere la data di oggi?
Authors: Altissimi Elisa
Published: September 2024

I nostri lettori ci chiedono quale sia l’espressione più corretta per chiedere la data tra: Quanti ne abbiamo o, con l’aggettivo interrogativo al femminile, Quante ne abbiamo (oggi)?, Che giorno è (oggi)?, Che numero è oggi?, Che giorno siamo?, Che data è oggi?.
Exploring the scale and scope of community policing in North-Western Ghana
Authors: Okoro John Peter , Bagson Ernest , Derbile Emmanuel Kanchebe
Published: September 2024

Global urban population growth appears to challenge governments’ ability to ensure access to essential urban services, such as policing. This situation is impeding the achievement of SDG target 11.1. However, citizens’ role in co-producing safe and secure neighbourhoods has been instrumental in augmenting limited governments’ efforts in the provision of adequate security. Acknowledging the relevance of co-producing community policing (CP) outcomes in neighbourhood crime management, this study critically examines the awareness, knowledge, understanding, and effectiveness of community policing strategies in North-Western Ghana. In a mixed methods research design, the study revealed a low level of awareness of community policing strategies in North-Western Ghana, which constrains the efforts to initiate and benefit from the outcomes of co-producing community policing. Consequently, knowledge, understanding, and effectiveness of community policing strategies appear very limited and, therefore, draw back the desire for inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable cities as detailed in SDG 11. Restoring community watch committees and enkindling effective co-production of community policing outcomes are critical parts to the global crime management strategies.
Economic Evaluation of a Novel Lung Cancer Diagnostic in a Population of Patients with a Positive Low-Dose Computed Tomography Result
Authors: Morris Michael J. , Habib Sheila A. , Do Valle Maggie L. , Schneider John E.
Published: September 2024

Background: Early detection of lung cancer is crucial for improving patient outcomes. Although advances in diagnostic technologies have significantly enhanced the ability to identify lung cancer in earlier stages, there are still limitations. The alarming rate of false positives has resulted in unnecessary utilization of medical resources and increased risk of adverse events from invasive procedures. Consequently, there is a critical need for advanced diagnostics after an initial low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) scan.

Objectives: This study evaluated the potential cost savings for US payers of CyPath® Lung, a novel diagnostic tool utilizing flow cytometry and machine learning for the early detection of lung cancer, in patients with positive LDCT scans with indeterminate pulmonary nodules (IPNs) ranging from 6 to 29 mm.

Methods: A cost offset model was developed to evaluate the net expected savings associated with the use of CyPath® Lung relative to the current standard of care for individuals whose IPNs range from 6 to 29 mm. Perspectives from both Medicare and private payers in a US setting are included, with a 1-year time horizon. Cost calculations included procedure expenses, complication costs, and diagnostic assessment costs per patient. Primary outcomes of this analysis include cost savings per cohort and cost savings per patient.

Results: Our analysis showed positive cost savings from a private payer’s perspective, with expected savings of $895 202 311 per cohort and $6460 per patient, across all patients. Scenario analysis resulted in cost savings of $890 829 889 per cohort, and $6429 per patient. Similarly, savings of $378 689 020 per cohort or $2733 per patient were yielded for Medicare payers, across all patients. In addition, scenario analysis accounting for false negative patients from a Medicare payer perspective yielded savings of $376 902 203 per cohort and $2720 per patient.

Discussion: The results suggest substantial cost savings, primarily due to reductions in follow-up diagnostic assessments and procedures, and highlight the importance of accurate diagnostic tools in reducing unnecessary healthcare expenditures.

Conclusion: CyPath® Lung utilization yields savings for private and Medicare payers relative to the current standard of care in a US setting for individuals with 6 to 20 mm IPNs.
Economic Evaluation of a Novel Lung Cancer Diagnostic in a Population of Patients with a Positive Low-Dose Computed Tomography Result
Authors: Morris Michael , Habib Sheila , Do Valle Maggie , Schneider John
Published: September 2024

Background: Early detection of lung cancer is crucial for improving patient outcomes. Although advances in diagnostic technologies have significantly enhanced the ability to identify lung cancer in earlier stages, there are still limitations. The alarming rate of false positives has resulted in unnecessary utilization of medical resources and increased risk of adverse events from invasive procedures. Consequently, there is a critical need for advanced diagnostics after an initial low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) scan. Objectives: This study evaluated the potential cost savings for US payers of CyPath® Lung, a novel diagnostic tool utilizing flow cytometry and machine learning for the early detection of lung cancer, in patients with positive LDCT scans with indeterminate pulmonary nodules (IPNs) ranging from 6 to 29 mm. Methods: A cost offset model was developed to evaluate the net expected savings associated with the use of CyPath® Lung relative to the current standard of care for individuals whose IPNs range from 6 to 29 mm. Perspectives from both Medicare and private payers in a US setting are included, with a 1-year time horizon. Cost calculations included procedure expenses, complication costs, and diagnostic assessment costs per patient. Primary outcomes of this analysis include cost savings per cohort and cost savings per patient. Results: Our analysis showed positive cost savings from a private payer’s perspective, with expected savings of $895 202 311 per cohort and $6460 per patient, across all patients. Scenario analysis resulted in cost savings of $890 829 889 per cohort, and $6429 per patient. Similarly, savings of $378 689 020 per cohort or $2733 per patient were yielded for Medicare payers, across all patients. In addition, scenario analysis accounting for false negative patients from a Medicare payer perspective yielded savings of $376 902 203 per cohort and $2720 per patient. Discussion: The results suggest substantial cost savings, primarily due to reductions in follow-up diagnostic assessments and procedures, and highlight the importance of accurate diagnostic tools in reducing unnecessary healthcare expenditures. Conclusion: CyPath® Lung utilization yields savings for private and Medicare payers relative to the current standard of care in a US setting for individuals with 6 to 20 mm IPNs.