bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Early surgical complications in kidney transplant recipients- A single center study
Authors: Lal Naranjan , Hamid Rashid Bin , Khan Muhammad Tassaduq , Mitthani Hammad , Asim Muhammad , Khan Laraib
Published: March 2024

End-stage renal disease (ESRD) is becoming a significant global public health issue. The preferred course of treatment for people with ESRD is kidney transplantation, although its associated surgical complications raise serious doubts about the success rate of the procedure. Renal transplant surgical complications are frequently observed and can significantly affect graft performance, survival, and patient morbidity. This study aimed to analyze the frequency of early surgical complications, diagnoses, and treatment options in renal transplant patients. This retrospective cohort study included all transplanted patients with surgical complications from April 2017 to April 2022 at the Renal Transplant Unit of the Dow University of Health Sciences, Karachi, Pakistan. Out of 500 kidney transplant recipients, 86 patients (17.2%) experienced early post-transplant surgical complications. The most common complication was Lymphorrea (n=38, 7.6%) followed by wound infection (n=25 patients, 5%). The occurrence of these complications was associated with delayed graft function, indicating the need for careful monitoring and timely intervention in these cases. Future studies are needed to explore the predictors and risk factors of surgical complications in kidney transplantation and to identify strategies for reducing the incidence and improving the outcomes of these complications.
Effects of smokeless tobacco on the uterine wall of adult non pregnant female swiss albino rats
Authors: Singha Syna Pervaiz , Qazi Abroo Fatima , Derick Amir , Shaikh Khalida , Dall Sarwat Batool , Dall Abdul Qadir Khan
Published: March 2024

This study was aimed to evaluated effects of smokeless tobacco on the uterine wall of female rats of Swiss albino species. This was a controlled experimental study with three groups of adult female Swiss albino rats. The study was conducted over a period of 31 days, at Animal House, Husbandry, and Veterinary Sciences at Sindh Agricultural University, Tandojam, and the Department of Anatomy, Isra University, Faculty of Medicine & Allied Medical Sciences, Hyderabad, Sindh, Pakistan. Thirty adult female Swiss albino rats were randomly assigned to three groups: Group A (control, no treatment), Group B (treated with 5% smokeless tobacco), and Group C (treated with 10% smokeless tobacco). Blood samples were collected on the 31st day to analyze Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and Luteinizing hormone (LH) levels in the serum. After euthanization, uteruses were removed and weighed, followed by histological examination using Hematoxylin & Eosin and Mason's trichrome stains. The experimental groups (B and C) exhibited a significant reduction in uterine weight and decreased serum levels of FSH & LH. Histological examination showed cystically dilated submucosal glands and pronounced atrophy in the uteri of the experimental groups. Additionally, the myometrial wall thickness was also decreased. The use of smokeless tobacco negatively affects the uterine wall of female Swiss albino rats, resulting in histological changes and decreased serum levels of FSH and LH.
Segurança alimentar nas políticas estratégicas da China e dos Estados Unidos: aportes para o Brasil
Authors: Bertolini Andrea Curiacos , Reis Neto Stelito de Assis , Andrade José Roberto P. de Lima
Published: March 2024

O conceito atual de segurança de Estado compreende uma abordagem transversal e multidisciplinar de segurança que inclui, entre outros, segurança energética, cibernética e alimentar. Países que são grandes produtores ou importadores de alimentos consideram segurança alimentar um dos principais pilares de sua segurança nacional. Nesse contexto, a execução de políticas estratégicas de segurança alimentar tem papel decisivo na manutenção da soberania, na estabilidade de poder e na expansão da influência econômica e geopolítica de um país. Este trabalho analisou, no contexto brasileiro e internacional, a relevância de uma política de segurança alimentar como parte de uma macroestratégia de Estado. Seu objetivo foi provocar uma reflexão sobre a importância do tema de segurança alimentar na formação de macropolíticas de Estado e de segurança nacional. Observa-se que as políticas de segurança alimentar adotadas pelos países dependem de seus respectivos modelos políticos, de seu papel na garantia da segurança alimentar global e de seu conceito de autossuficiência. Devido ao seu protagonismo no contexto da segurança alimentar global, o Brasil necessita de uma política de segurança alimentar inserida em uma macroestratégia de Estado destinada a influenciar outros países econômica e politicamente a seu favor.
A Cooperação Sul-Sul e o multilateralismo multinormativo na criação do Centro de Pesquisa e Desenvolvimento de Vacinas do Brics
Authors: Santos Camila dos
Published: March 2024

Ao olhar para o escopo de ação das novas instituições criadas pelo Sul global, podemos vislumbrar o esboço de um projeto político multilateral em expansão. O movimento de criação de normas e instituições por meio da cooperação Sul-Sul (CSS) tem se tornado crucial para a sobrevivência futura dos países em desenvolvimento, seja ela material, prática ou política. Com isso em mente, este artigo analisa a CSS a partir do seu papel na contestação de normas e na disputa por recursos, observando especificamente a construção recente de uma instituição relevante no enfrentamento de desafios globais da saúde: o Centro de Pesquisa e Desenvolvimento de Vacinas do BRICS. Veremos que, embora seja parte de um movimento político fragmentado, o alargamento dos espaços disponíveis para a ação no mundo em desenvolvimento é uma medida de gestão dos interesses e de ampliação do poder de decisão permitido a esses países, cujo futuro depende tanto do seu apoio político quanto do aporte financeiro.
O Tempo da Cooperação Sul-Sul no Mundo
Authors: Barros Pedro Silva
Published: March 2024

O Instituto de Pesquisa Econômica Aplicada (Ipea) publicou uma série de trabalhos sobre cooperação Sul-Sul e questões de defesa brasileira, incluindo livros como "O Brasil e a Segurança no seu Entorno Estratégico" e "Amazônia e Atlântico Sul", além do relatório "Ponte sobre o Atlântico". Essas publicações abordam temas como crime transnacional, cooperação militar e parcerias com países africanos. A Revista Tempo do Mundo também destaca artigos sobre cooperação agrícola, influência Sul-Sul em outras formas de cooperação e cooperação econômica com a China. Esses materiais refletem o compromisso do Ipea em analisar e promover políticas relacionadas à cooperação internacional e defesa brasileira.
Challenging Systematization in Romania: Human Rights, Transnationalism, and Dissidents in Campaigns by Opérations Villages Roumains (OVR), 1989–1990
Authors: Crespo Manuel Herrera
Published: March 2024

Accounts of popular opposition to the systematization project in Romania have predominantly focused on organizations concerned with cultural heritage preservation and the plight of Hungarian minorities in Transylvania. As a result, the Belgian-born initiative Opérations Villages Roumains (OVR) has been largely overlooked, despite growing into the largest transnational opposition movement against systematization by 1989. Unlike other organizations, OVR primarily denounced Ceauşescu’s totalitarian grip on society, with systematization being its most significant manifestation. This article investigates OVR’s philosophy, methods, and objectives during its formative period from 1988 to 1990. OVR’s challenge to systematization reveals how human rights were strategically implemented at chosen moments, the emergence of several transnational dimensions, and the unique roles played by exiles and dissidents. Through this case study, OVR’s approach uncovers the evolving notions of human rights and transnationalism in the 1980s and highlights how these differed from other well-known Western European challenges to the practices of State Socialist regimes.
Czech Anesthesiologists on Their Way to the Netherlands: Motives, Expectations, and (Dis) Engagement (1968–1970)
Authors: Šmidrkalová Michaela , Michela Miroslav
Published: March 2024

In 1970, the Third European Congress of Anaesthesiology was held in Prague. Paradoxically, many leading Czech and Slovak representatives of the field were absent, having emigrated to the West, predominantly to the Netherlands, following the Soviet invasion of Czechoslovakia in August 1968. This emigration, however, did not result in Czechoslovak anaesthesiologists being entirely disconnected from their former colleagues or losing touch with the domestic development of medicine. Despite the Cold War and the Iron Curtain, medical knowledge continued to be exchanged between the West and the East. The congress exemplified how Western anaesthesiologists could meet their Soviet bloc counterparts. Informal contacts, crucial for Czechoslovak (future) migrants, facilitated knowledge dissemination. These contacts with Dutch anaesthesiologists, who became a ‘window to the world,’ enabled them to join European or global medical-scientific networks. The study probes why a significant number of anaesthesiologists emigrated from Czechoslovakia to the Netherlands post-1968, their integration into Dutch society, and their recognition. It questions whether they engaged with the Czechoslovak expatriate community or primarily focused on their profession and relationships with Dutch colleagues. Using anaesthesiology as a lens, the study illustrates how these doctors, having emigrated during 1968–1970, established themselves professionally in Dutch society. They shared a strong professional identity, which assumed a transnational and partly denationalized form. Their medical vocation, along with the experience of living in socialist Czechoslovakia for twenty years, led to a reluctance to partake in exile activities for the ‘homeland cause,’ a sentiment not fully understood by some of the 1948 migrants.
The Question of God in Émigré Ghent: Religious Heritage, Émigré Politics, and Dialogical Negotiation among Migrants and Hosts during the Cold War
Authors: Dodds Luke
Published: March 2024

This article explores the influence of various factors on the formation of identity among the community of World War II Polish veterans which formed in the Flemish city of Ghent after the rise of a socialist regime in their home country. Challenging popular perceptions of the term “émigré,” the article highlights the diverse ways in which the members of this community promoted their heritage within their host society. Particular attention is given to the role of religious and cultural heritage, the émigré community’s engagement with anti-communist politics, and the evolution of this political engagement over time. Interactions with the local Catholic Diocese of Ghent are examined through a framework of Polish Catholicism as a “lived religion” which facilitated the formation of a hybrid identity. In particular, the role of Carlos Bressers, a Belgian priest and chaplain on whose personal archive the research is based, is analyzed. Through his position and contacts, Bressers served as a mediating figure in the negotiation of hybrid identity and helped the community of Polish veterans carve out a place for itself in the city of Ghent.
Intraspecific competition in row spacings in soybean
Authors: Cunha Vinícius dos Santos , Fipke Glauber Monçon , Conceição Gerusa Massuquini , Müller Tânia Maria , Pires João Leonardo Fernandes , Fulaneti Fernando Sintra , Martin Thomas Newton
Published: March 2024

The aim of this study is to assess the impact of various row spacings on the morphology, components of grain yield, and overall grain yield of soybean. The experiments were conducted over two planting seasons (2014/2015 and 2015/2016) using two planting dates (November and December) and two cultivars, FPS Urano RR and BMX Tornado RR. The row spacings tested were: 45 cm (wide row), 45 × 45 cm (cross row), 22.5 × 45 cm (twin row), and 22.5 cm (narrow row). Measurements included leaf area index and sunlight interception at R2 stage, as well as grain yield components and overall grain yield. Narrow rows, in addition to achieving canopy closure, also demonstrated enhanced sunlight interception at the R2 stage. However, the positive effect of increased sunlight interception on grain yield was only significant for the December planting date, with no notable difference observed for the November planting date. These findings imply that while narrow rows may offer advantages, particularly in later planting dates, their implementation should be carefully considered and may not consistently lead to increased grain yield, reinforcing the continued preference for conventional row spacing.
Two new species of the Cnemaspis galaxia complex (Squamata, Gekkonidae) from the eastern slopes of the southern Western Ghats
Authors: Khandekar Akshay , Thackeray Tejas , Agarwal Ishan
Published: March 2024

Two new species allied to Cnemaspis galaxia are described from the eastern slopes of the south Western Ghats, Tamil Nadu, India. Both new species are members of the ornata subclade within the beddomei clade. The two new species can be easily distinguished from all other members of the beddomei clade and each other by a combination of nonoverlapping morphological characters such as small body size, distinct colouration of both sexes, the number of dorsal tubercles around the body, the number or arrangement of paravertebral tubercles, the number of midventral scales across the belly and longitudinal ventral scales from mental to cloaca, besides uncorrected pairwise ND2 and 16S sequence divergence of ≥ 7.4% and ≥ 2.7%. The two new species are distributed from low elevation, deciduous forests of Srivilliputhur, and add to the five previously known endemic vertebrates from Srivilliputhur-Megamalai Tiger Reserve.
Le commentaire psychanalytique du texte littéraire, un supplément éthique à la théorie de l’interprétation
Authors: Devita Claire
Published: March 2024

Interpréter le texte littéraire est une pratique courante de la discipline analytique. Cet article propose d’étudier – par le biais d’une mise en lien de l’article Le Motif du choix des coffrets (1913) et de Remémoration, Répétition, Perlaboration (1914) – comment le commentaire du texte littéraire en psychanalyse peut faire progresser la théorie de l’interprétation, dans sa dimension éthique. Les conditions de ce type de commentaire sont : d’une part, la mise en lumière du désir de l’analyste lorsqu’il interprète. Et d’autre part, il s’agit de partir de l’énigme que suscite en nous le texte. Nous mettons en avant l’intérêt clinique de la pratique du commentaire littéraire par l’extension du concept de transfert qu’elle motive. Mots-clés , , , , .
Visiter en famille
Authors: Ruelland Anne , Pellegrin Isabelle
Published: March 2024

Résumé Afin de sensibiliser le jeune public à l’architecture dans un contexte familial, la Cité de l’architecture & du patrimoine a conçu Archimôme. Ce site internet est une réponse aux nouvelles pratiques des publics familiaux : demande d’accès à la collection à distance et en amont de la visite, adaptation à l’usage courant du numérique à domicile, besoin des adultes accompagnateurs d’être rassurés sur leur capacité à appréhender les contenus. Une évaluation intégrée aux différents stades du projet a permis la conception de modules de médiation diversifiés au sein d’une arborescence au service de la pédagogie. Outil de préparation à la visite et de réinvestissement pour les familles, Archimôme rencontre un grand succès en France et à l’étranger où il est décliné dans sa version anglaise, Archikid.
La douleur : entre évaluation et action
Authors: de Vignemont Frédérique
Published: March 2024

La douleur est une expérience complexe qui ne se laisse pas facilement capturer. Il s’agit d’expliquer sa dualité, à la fois sensorielle et affective, sa force motivationnelle, et les nombreuses formes qu’elle peut prendre. Les théories actuelles en philosophie analytique cherchent à aller au-delà d’un vécu subjectif vague pour déterminer si la douleur se rapproche plus d’une expérience sensorielle , décrivant une perturbation corporelle, ou du désir , prescrivant de régler le problème. Je montre ici que c’est en se tournant vers les théories des émotions que l’on peut espérer aller de l’avant, et en particulier vers les théories dites attitudinales, qui soulignent l’importance dans nos expériences affectives de la manière dont nous appréhendons le monde et notre corps.
L’empreinte du poing, ou la boxe au quotidien
Authors: Beauchez Jérôme , Taïbi Nadia
Published: March 2024

Contre qui, ou contre quoi boxent-ils ? C’est la question à laquelle répond cet entretien. Il porte sur l’enquête qu’il a menée au début des années 2000 avec les boxeurs d’un gymnase situé dans l’Est de la France : les Gants d’Or. Une recherche dont l’objet a été de « saisir les façons dont les boxeurs font sens de leurs luttes ».
À l’ombre de Léry et Champlain, l’héroïsme mineur du truchement
Authors: Grégoire Vincent
Published: March 2024

Est-il vrai que l’Européen ne s’indianise jamais  ? L’assertion husserlienne est tout simplement fausse comme en témoigne par exemple la hantise de « l’ensauvagement » dans nombre de textes français à propos du Nouveau Monde…
La guerre à l’âge de la technique selon Carl Schmitt
Authors: Jouin Céline
Published: March 2024

La guerre totale suppose-t-elle l’éclipse de l’héroïsme, ou seulement sa transformation, engendrée par les armes nouvelles et la montée en puissance de la guerre économique ? Ou peut-être que les chefs militaires et politiques avaient manqué de courage lors de la Grande guerre, sans qu’il faille conclure à un changement structurel de la forme de la guerre ? Ernst Jünger et Carl Schmitt, on le verra, sont loin de livrer le même diagnostic que Ludendorff sur cette question. Et il n’est pas sûr qu’ils soient tout à fait d’accord entre eux…
Mild solutions for fractional non-instantaneous impulses integro-differential equations with nonlocal conditions
Authors: Li Ye , Qu Biao
Published: March 2024

In this paper, we investigated Caputo fractional integro-differential equations with non-instantaneous impulses and nonlocal conditions. By employing the solution operator, the Mönch fixed point theorem, and the stepwise estimation method, we eliminated the Lipschitz condition of the nonlinear term, while also dispensing with the requirement for the compressibility coefficient condition $ 0 < k < 1 $. The main results presented represented a generalization and enhancement of previous findings. Furthermore, an example was provided to verify the application of our main results.
Micro-optical Maximization of Photon-photon Interaction
Authors: SEO Min-Kyo
Published: March 2024

In the “Star Wars” movies, Jedi knights engage in dazzling duels with lightsabers that confine light and push it against each other. However, confining photons or enabling their interaction in reality, especially in free space, is extremely challenging. Photon-photon interactions, which are only possible through optical nonlinearity, are difficult to achieve with conventional materials. The quest to confine photons in a specific space for as long as possible, and to allow individual photons to interact with each other, is a major challenge for researchers in physics and optics. Since the invention of the laser, the study of optical nonlinearity has been the foundation of various modern scientific and technological advances that contribute significantly to our daily lives. Recently, optical nonlinearity has become a central platform for quantum information, computing, and sensing research, highlighting its growing importance. This article discusses a new turning point in optical nonlinearity based on micro-resonators, and presents efforts and future perspectives to realize photon-photon interactions.
Steering Thermal Radiation
Authors: KIM Sun-Kyung , CHO Jin-Woo
Published: March 2024

Thermal radiation is a physical phenomenon exhibiting dual characteristics of both light and heat. Sunlight, serving as the primary source of energy, emanates as thermal radiation from a high-temperature surface at 5,700 K. It is also responsible for the feeling of warmth experienced when individuals congregate and non-contact measurement of body temperature. Thus, thermal radiation exists everywhere in our daily life. However, in the early 20th century, thermal radiation posed a challenge to physicists. The endeavor to elucidate the spectrum of thermal radiation led to the concept of light as photons, therefore signaling the advent of quantum physics. It is known that thermal radiation uniformly emits, irrespective of its direction and polarization, with the spectrum dictated by Planck’s law. Yet, this commonplace should be modified when thermal radiation encounters the principle of nanophotonics. Herein lies the ability to modulate the intensity of thermal radiation across desired wavelengths, directions, and polarizations. In this article, we will delve into the latest research findings concerning the manipulation of thermal radiation and its promising applications.
Relaciones clínicas complejas y uso de tecnologías sanitarias: estrategias de afrontamiento y condicionantes socioestructurales en la consulta
Authors: Valero Alzaga Erika , González-Rábago Yolanda , Bully Paola , Latorre Pedro , Fernández-Ruanova Begoña
Published: March 2024

La utilización de tecnologías sanitarias sin indicación clínica supone un gasto sanitario innecesario. En este artículo, se analizan las percepciones del personal médico acerca de la influencia que la actitud de los y las pacientes y de otros factores contextuales tiene en la demanda de Resonancias Magnéticas (RM). Para ello, se realizó un estudio cualitativo basado en entrevistas semiestructuradas con profesionales de diferentes especialidades médicas (n=36). Tras un análisis de contenido, los resultados se triangularon dentro del equipo de investigación. Los resultados indican que el personal médico identifica que la creciente actitud demandante de los y las pacientes, en un contexto de atención sanitaria con déficit de tiempo en las consultas y alta rotación de profesionales, condiciona la solicitud de RM. Se concluye que es fundamental reforzar la confianza y la comunicación médico/a-paciente, así como dotar de tiempo y estabilidad en las consultas para utilizar racionalmente los recursos sanitarios.
Enterprise Transformation Projects
Authors: Trad Antoine Toni
Published: March 2024

This chapter proposes how to implement in-house polymathic enterprise architecture-based generic learning processes (PEAbGLP) that can be the fundament of a generic and transcendent enterprise's artificial intelligence (AI) concept (EAIC). Generic and transcendent means that it supports and interfaces with all AI and technology domains, like machine learning (ML), deep learning (DL), data sciences (DS), and others (simply intelligence). The EAIC uses the author's polymathic transformation framework that is specialized in enterprise transformation projects (ETP). ETPs have an extremely high level of failure rates, and added to this fact, AI products force siloed integration approaches, which are risky undertakings. The EAIC ensures business sustainability and operational excellence for the enterprise (simply entity), and the main problem is the adoption of a holistic and polymathic learning process (LP). The PEAbGLP presents how an entity can integrate intelligence, which can be supported by the author's (already mature) applied holistic mathematical model (AHMM) for LP-based AI.
Ecological Impacts of the Himalayan Region in West Bengal
Authors: Barman Achintya , Barman Monami , Jamader Asik Rahaman
Published: March 2024

The establishment of protected areas, the promotion of responsible tourist behavior, and the adoption of sustainable tourism practices: the effectiveness of these measures will be assessed based on their contribution to biodiversity conservation, local community empowerment, and overall environmental sustainability. The chapter will provide recommendations for the future management of mountain tourism in the Himalayan region and beyond. These recommendations will include the need for stronger regulations and enforcement mechanisms to ensure that tourism activities do not harm delicate ecosystems. Additionally, it will emphasize the importance of community involvement and education in promoting sustainable tourism practices and raising awareness about the value of biodiversity. In conclusion, mountain tourism in the Himalayan region and beyond has the potential to promote economic growth and cultural exchange. However, it is crucial to acknowledge and address the ecological impacts associated with this form of tourism.
Mountain Tourism Development
Authors: Mohapatra Puspanjali , Biswas Soumendra Nath
Published: March 2024

This study focuses on nature based sustainable tourism development in the Himalayan region of Darjeeling and other surrounding areas of West Bengal, India that affects tourist movement, protection of natural resources, and improves socio-economic conditions of local people. The purpose of nature-based tourism, its significance, and its effects on the tourism industry, local communities, and the environment of the tourism zone in the study area are discussed in detail here. Understanding the varied effects of nature-based tourism on the local economy and society is the paper's main concern. In some cases, it can contribute to conservation, protection of wildlife and economic benefit to the local people. In other cases, lack of proper planning can be detrimental to the environment, flora, fauna, and local people. Nature education, communication, awareness, impact analysis, measuring carrying capacity, visitor management, etc. are essential to reduce negative impact on the environment that affects socio-economic life of the local people, are focused on in this chapter.
From Hesitation to Integration
Authors: Sankar Jeganathan Gomathi , David Arokiaraj , Shrutimeena G.
Published: March 2024

Amid the ongoing digital transformation, the adoption of digital healthcare technologies has emerged as a fundamental force in reshaping healthcare services and elevating patient outcomes. This study delves into the adoption of digital healthcare technologies among academic professionals in South India, utilizing the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology 2 (UTAUT2) framework. Conducted through a comprehensive survey involving 693 academic professionals using digital healthcare applications on smartphones across Tamil Nadu, Pondicherry, and Kerala, the research unravels the principal determinants of technology adoption in the healthcare domain. This research significantly contributes to a profound comprehension of technology adoption in healthcare contexts, offering invaluable insights for healthcare providers, policymakers, and technology developers keen on enhancing the adoption of digital healthcare solutions.
Investigation of Carer Experiences Through Self-Efficacy Grounded in the Context of Social Cognitive Theory
Authors: Balachandran Krishna Priya , Bhuvaneswari Mohanraj
Published: March 2024

This chapter focuses on understanding the caregiving experience and its interdependence with primary caregivers' mental health, physical health, and perceived self-efficacy over time while providing long-term care for children with neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs). Thus, it is imperative to prepare the primary caregivers to provide effective care, as well as look after one's own physical and mental health. The primary objective of the study was to explore the factors influencing self-efficacy among caregivers through a mixed-method research design. To understand the level of self-efficacy among primary care providers of children with NDD, the caregiver self-efficacy scale (CSES-8) was administered, and to explore the factors influencing caregiving self-efficacy, one-on-one interviews were conducted. Comprehension of the factors influencing self-efficacy would enable healthcare and other allied healthcare providers to effectively address the supportive needs and improve positive resources for the caregivers in personal, behavioral, and environmental domains.
Navigating the Dynamic Interplay of Fear of Failure and Social Cognition in the Digital Era
Authors: Chawla Shreya , Saha Sneha
Published: March 2024

This chapter delves into the intricate relationship between fear of failure and our ability to perceive, interpret, and respond to social cues (i.e., social cognition). This chapter will examine the theoretical foundations of fear of failure and how it manifests across cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and social dimensions. Drawing from empirical research, it will provide real-world insights into how this fear can profoundly affect social interactions. The chapter highlights interventions, such as CBT and mindfulness practices, designed to address the fear of failure and enhance social cognition. It will further explore the dynamic interplay between fear of failure, social cognition, and the evolving landscape of online interventions. As the digital realm shapes our social interactions, understanding how fear of failure influences social cognition in the online context and how online interventions can mitigate its impact is of paramount importance. This chapter seeks to present a thorough summary of these interconnected variables.
Social Cognition, Person Perception, and Social Categorisation as Building Blocks of the Theory of Mind
Authors: Sundaram Divya , B. S. Bhanu , Yogeswarie S. , Jeffrin Margreat J.
Published: March 2024

Day-to-day life presents us with numerous new experiences and exposure to different people, with social functioning being a major portion of one's living days. The theory of mind, a mental map of an individual in automating behaviour, is a process and product of one's social cognitions. There are evident changes across generations in terms of these cognitions and social processing, hence showing need for understanding the theory of mind of different generations, breaking it down into its component parts. The present study was conducted to understand the components of the theory of mind in relation to social functioning. Sixty-three participants across three different generations, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z, were subjected to focused group discussions and the collected data analysed using a grounded theory approach. The analysis identified five components of the theory of mind applicable to all generations: social perception, social judgment, people perception, people preference, and social categorisation.
Tracing the Impact of Social Media on Social Cognition
Authors: Anthony Madalaimuthu , Kumar Ganesh , Ranganathan Maharishi , Karim Mani Abdul , Reddy K. Jayasankara , Vijay M.
Published: March 2024

The words “misinformation,” “fake news,” and “post-truth” have filled social media posts. It is a serious social threat, especially post COVID-19. In this chapter, the authors provide bibliometric analysis of research on social media and its impact on social cognition. This can be useful for identifying gaps for future research in the field. Publication data was obtained from the Web of Science database using a search algorithm. A total of 22,935 articles were extracted, and 22,909 eligible articles were included for analysis. Document co-citation analysis revealed that themes on social engagement, fake news, problematic social media use, and healthcare emerged as trends on shaping the social cognition through social media. Further, India achieved 9th position on the list based on citations and 8th on centrality and did not appear on any of the top-10 lists based on Burst value and Sigma. This indicates that neither sudden trend-setting articles nor scientific novelty-based articles have been published in this domain thus far. There is a considerable research gap in India to counter misinformation.
Driving Sustainable Supply Chain and Digitalization in the Halal Industry
Authors: Musari Khairunnisa
Published: March 2024

One of the communities with rapid economic growth in the world, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), is also a heading in the international Halal trade arena. Its member states, namely Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Brunei Darussalam, and Thailand --the ASEAN-5-- are known as the driving forces of the worldwide Halal industry. For that reason, ASEAN can be a best practice in building a Halal-aware community and has a chance to be a locomotive as well in the Halal supply chain globally. Considering the encouragement towards sustainability and digitalization in embracing the Halal industry, thus, by using literature study, also combined with the netnography, this chapter presents an overview as follows: (1) The implementation of the Halal industry in ASEAN-5; (2) Sustainable supply chain in Halal ASEAN-5; and (3) Digitalization in Halal ASEAN-5; by providing also several examples as case studies that have been implemented.
Impact of South Asia Sub-Regional Arrangements on Tripura Trade and Tourism
Authors: Dam Supriya
Published: March 2024

The South Asia Sub-regional Arrangement (SASA) aims to promote trade and tourism in landlocked South Asian nations, fostering interpersonal connections and economic growth. The Act East Policy and SASA have stimulated connectivity development, SEZ creation, and economic corridor development in three geographically isolated Indian states, enhancing tourism infrastructure. The SASEC initiative aids in trade and tourism growth in geographically isolated regions, suggesting that countries with trade facilitation advantages can effectively boost tourism. Bangladesh's unique trade balance, both positive with Tripura and negative with India, may encourage future bilateral relations, especially with Tripura. The test results show a surge in foreign tourist arrivals, typically leading to the growth of Tripura's net state domestic product and per capita income. The study explores the link between trade facilitation initiatives and tourism promotion in Tripura and suggests strategies for their implementation.
Role of Knowledge Management in Enhancing the Effectiveness of the Gig Economy
Authors: Nair Arjun J. , Manohar Sridhar , Chaudhry Rishi
Published: March 2024

This chapter intricately explores the ever-changing terrain of the gig economy, delving into the intricate facets of knowledge management and its profound impact on bolstering the efficacy of business models. The chapter systematically scrutinizes the nuanced advantages and disadvantages of knowledge management within the gig economy, elucidating its potential to refine operational efficiency, stimulate innovative practices, and elevate the overall customer experience.The chapter culminates with a comprehensive synthesis of its findings and proposes avenues for future research, encompassing cross-cultural studies, longitudinal analyses,experimental methodologies, and the investigation of hybrid business models.Serving as an indispensable resource, this book chapter caters to the needs of researchers, corporate leaders,and policymakers, providing a holistic comprehension of the pivotal role played by knowledge management in navigating challenges and optimizing the myriad opportunities presented by the ever-evolving gig economy landscape.
Do E-Competences Lead to Digital Transformation?
Authors: Salamzadeh Yashar , Seah Li Lih , Teoh Ai Ping
Published: March 2024

The objective of this study is to investigate the influence of e-Competencies on digital transformation, with a specific focus on the mediating role of digital leadership within the context of the Malaysian manufacturing industry. This paper employs a quantitative research approach, utilizing a structured questionnaire method to collect data. The data collection involves surveying 150 respondents who have actively engaged in digital leadership within their current job roles. This study evaluates the new normal working environment in manufacturing industries, where tasks such as coaching, supervising, and managing are performed electronically via digital devices. The findings reveal a positive and significant correlation between e-competences (encompassing technology and digital literacy) and digital leadership. Additionally, a noteworthy positive association between e-competences and digital transformation is observed, particularly when the digital leadership variable serves as a mediating factor in the relationship.
Industry 4.0 Human Machine Integration in Rail Transportation Manufacture
Authors: Sedaju Agung , Qamari Ika Nurul , Tjahjono Heru Kurnianto
Published: March 2024

This research explores the vital qualities of human adaptability and flexibility, crucial for navigating dynamic challenges and technological shifts. Rooted in cognitive agility and resilience, adaptability promotes innovation and survival in an ever-changing world. Findings, derived from a qualitative study involving four Japanese (Nippon Sharyo, Kinki Sharyo, Japan Railway East, and Toshiba Corp) and two Indonesian (PT IMS and PT INKA) rolling stock manufacturers, reveal the implementation of Manufacturing 4.0 can be applied across various cultures as long as the system and organization are well-established. Humans easily adapt, making it feasible for them to follow suit. While humans are not a hindrance to adopting Manufacturing 4.0, it is essential to uphold basic human values that align with Manufacturing 4.0 principles for increased effectiveness. The presence of Manufacturing 4.0 simplifies managerial tasks for supervisors, as these tasks are handled by machines and information systems, allowing supervisors to concentrate more on employee development.
Telemedicine Platforms and Telemedicine Systems in Patient Satisfaction
Authors: Rosário Albérico Travassos , Rosário Isabel Travassos
Published: March 2024

Telemedicine platforms and systems have gained significant popularity in recent years, offering a wide range of benefits to both healthcare providers and patients. Patient satisfaction plays a crucial role in assessing the success of telemedicine implementations. Telemedicine platforms provide patients with convenient access to healthcare services, allowing them to connect with healthcare providers from the comfort of their homes or workplaces. Telemedicine systems enable patients to consult with specialists who may not be geographically accessible. Telemedicine platforms and systems can significantly impact patient satisfaction by increasing accessibility, reducing wait times, improving communication, and enhancing the overall patient experience. Based on the above, it is intended to systematically review the bibliometric literature on telemedicine platforms and telemedicine systems in patient satisfaction using the Scopus database with the analysis of 94 academic and/or scientific documents
Guardians of Trust
Authors: Bhardwaj Akashdeep
Published: March 2024

This chapter delves into the multifaceted dimensions of protecting sensitive patient information from a cybersecurity perspective. Through a comprehensive examination of the current landscape, we explore the unique challenges posed by evolving technologies, potential vulnerabilities, and the implications of data breaches in the healthcare sector. Drawing from real-world case studies and best practices, the authors present a holistic framework encompassing technical, organizational, and regulatory measures to fortify security infrastructure. Moreover, they unravel the intricate balance between data sharing and privacy, delving into the ethical considerations and legal frameworks that underpin responsible data governance. By understanding the intricate tapestry of security in healthcare, this chapter focuses on empowering stakeholders with the critical knowledge needed to safeguard patient trust and promote a future where healthcare data remains a sanctuary of confidentiality and privacy.
Essential Characteristics of Health Information Systems
Authors: Aydemir Ecenur , Etem Arzu , Esen M. Fevzi
Published: March 2024

In the evolving healthcare landscape, the adoption of Health Information System (HIS) is crucial due to the surge in chronic diseases globally. This chapter examines the key components of clinical HIS, emphasizing their role in enhancing healthcare delivery and patient care. Despite the potential benefits, the implementation of HIS faces challenges such as high costs, integration complexities, and data security concerns. However, the advantages of improved patient care, enhanced efficiency, and data-driven decisions highlight the indispensability of HIS in modern healthcare. Furthermore, this chapter presents a bibliometric analysis to assess the current research landscape on HIS. The analysis reveals trends, gaps, and the impact of HIS on healthcare delivery and patient outcomes. By providing a comprehensive overview of the components, benefits, challenges, and research landscape of clinical HIS, this chapter emphasizes the crucial role of these systems in transforming healthcare and improving patient care.
Application of Multimedia Data Feature Extraction Technology in Folk Art Creation
Authors: Gong Ying-ying
Published: March 2024

In the intelligent background, in order to carry out the folk art creation more conveniently, this article integrates the new technology of multimedia data features into the folk art creation to achieve the sustainable development of folk art. Specifically, based on the method of wavelet transform, this article decomposes folk art images into images of different scales and different resolutions to obtain clearer works, which is beneficial to the creation and dissemination of folk art. With the peak signal to noise ratio (PSNR) as the evaluation criterion, five classical folk art images are used to test the effect of image enhancement. The experimental results show that the PSNR of the folk art works after data feature extraction is higher than 30, which meets the requirements of data feature extraction. It further shows that multimedia digital feature technology has a good application effect on folk art works, which is conducive to the inheritance and creation of folk art.
Hydrogen Production from Rice Husk: Techno-Economic and Life Cycle Analysis
Authors: Kong Khiang Chung , Eh Christina Lee Min , Tiong Angnes Ngieng Tze , Kansedo Jibrail , Ng Wendy Pei Qin , Lim Chun Hsion , How Bing Shen
Published: March 2024

The abundance of rice husk in some regions of Southeast Asia makes it a potential feedstock for hydrogen synthesis. However, the information on economic and environmental feasibility of its conversion to hydrogen is lacking. This study aims to assess the techno-economic and life cycle sustainability of hydrogen production from rice husk via the thermochemical gasification method. The techno-economic analyses reveal that rice husk-based hydrogen conversion is more financially attractive than conventional hydrogen production technology. The results of the life cycle assessment are also promising, especially with the global warming potential of the rice husk-based hydrogen production being 99.7 % lower than that of natural gas steam reforming. Waste valorization of rice husk into hydrogen is therefore economically and environmentally viable.
Effect Evaluation of Repeated Compression for Tactile Hardening of Cotton Pile Towel by Indentation Test
Authors: Cui Shenglin , Sakuma Atsushi , Morita Tsuyoshi , Matsui Hideo
Published: March 2024

Pile has a textured structure that contains voids and cavities, and the texture hardens with repeated use. It is advantageous to numerically evaluate the hardening characteristics of the pile texture for the development of the products such as towels. Then, the objective of this study is to establish an objective method for evaluating the hardening of the pile due to repeated use. In particular, to determine product specifications, it is necessary to define the conditions under which measurement results are stable. Therefore, for proper design of pile products, objective test methods for repeat use of the pile must be identified. This article reports the effect of repeated indentation testing with a spherical probe on towel samples folded in two to form four layers. A contact theory based on Hertzian theorem is used to evaluate the stiffening of the towel due to repeated indentation. For the properties evaluated in this extended contact theorem, the stiffening behavior is discussed by comparing the changes in the results of 20 repeated tests. In this discussion, the critical times of the indentation test are analyzed to quantify the characteristics of the stiffening behavior of the cotton towels. Analyzing the indentation times shows that critical conditions for the number of tests can be defined.
Neural Network Based Determination of the Degree of Fiber Mixing in Hybrid Yarns and Composites
Authors: Overberg Matthias , Dams Alexander , Abdkader Anwar , Cherif Chokri
Published: March 2024

A deep understanding on the intermixing of components in hybrid yarn or composite structures is decisive in order to develop hybrid structures with desired properties. This paper presents the development of a versatile procedure for the determination of the degree of fiber mixing in yarns and composites based on microscopy images auto-segmented by a neural network. The procedure is based on the quantification of blend irregularity values and blend homogeneity. For this purpose, functions of spatial point patterns analysis have been used to investigate the blend uniformity of yarn and composite cross sectional areas. The results show that the trained neural network model for segmentation of images has an accuracy of 92 %, indicating that the method is capable of accurately assessing the location of fibers in hybrid struc-tures. The results of the spatial point patterns analysis reveals a correlation between the blend value and the properties of yarns and composites. The proposed method provides a fast and reliable way to evaluate the hybrid structures, which could be used as a tool for quality control and process optimization.
Teaching History Taking to Undergraduates- Can we change the Way?
Authors: Bhende P.
Published: March 2024

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