bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
New LC-MS/MS method for the determination of unconventional organic pollutants: perfluoroalkyl sulfonic acids in wastewater, surface water, and drinking water
Authors:   National Research and Development Institute for Industrial Ecology ECOIND Bucharest, Chiriac Florentina Laura , Petre Andreea Valentina ,   National Research and Development Institute for Industrial Ecology ECOIND Bucharest, Cimpean Antonia Ioana ,   National Research and Development Institute for Industrial Ecology ECOIND Bucharest, Cojocaru Victor Constantin ,   National Research and Development Institute for Industrial Ecology ECOIND Bucharest, Paun Iuliana ,   National Research and Development Institute for Industrial Ecology ECOIND Bucharest, Pirvu Florinela ,   National Research and Development Institute for Industrial Ecology ECOIND Bucharest, Iancu Vasile Ion ,   National Research and Development Institute for Industrial Ecology ECOIND Bucharest
Published: December 2024

The increasing prevalence of perfluoroalkyl sulfonic acids (PFSAs) in aquatic environments has raised significant concerns regarding their environmental and health implications, particularly due to their endocrine-disrupting properties. This study aims to develop and validate a sensitive liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) method for the detection and quantification of nine PFSAs in drinking water, surface water, and wastewater. The method comprises comprehensive steps, including the optimization of chromatographic separation conditions, enhancement of detection limits, and selection of effective extraction techniques tailored for diverse water matrices. The results reveal that the developed method achieves quantification limits ranging from 0.11 to 0.50 ng/L for drinking water, 0.22 to 0.59 ng/L for surface water, and 0.50 to 1.43 ng/L for wastewater, with extraction recoveries consistently exceeding 75%. The validated LC-MS/MS method demonstrates high sensitivity and robustness, enabling the monitoring of PFSAs in various water environments. This advancement not only contributes to the ongoing monitoring efforts of chemical contaminants at both national and international levels but also supports public health initiatives aimed at mitigating the risks associated with these hazardous substances. The implementation of such methods is crucial for ensuring water quality and protecting ecosystems from the adverse effects of PFSAs, ultimately fostering a safer environment for human health and biodiversity.
Advanced solution for urban gardens based on IoT systems, prediction algorithms and multi-criteria application
Authors:   R&D Department, BEIA Consult International, Bucharest, Romania, Danila Andrei , Streche Robert ,   R&D Department, BEIA Consult International, Bucharest, Romania, Orza Oana ,   R&D Department, BEIA Consult International, Bucharest, Romania, Dobre Cristina ,   R&D Department, BEIA Consult International, Bucharest, Romania, Suciu George ,   R&D Department, BEIA Consult International, Bucharest, Romania
Published: December 2024

Faced with the challenges posed by rapid urbanization and climate change, the U-GARDEN project offers an innovative solution for sustainable urban development through the implementation of smart urban gardens. The project utilizes an advanced multi-criteria application that combines real-time environmental monitoring with Internet of Things (IoT) technologies to optimize the management of green spaces and support healthy plant growth. A key component of this system is the implementation of algorithms to predict the risk of disease outbreaks in cultivated plants, based on the analysis of monitored data such as humidity, temperature, and air quality. The QGIS-based application allows for the identification of optimal locations for urban gardens, considering both socio-demographic and environmental factors, thereby facilitating efficient and sustainable management. Through active community involvement and the use of advanced technological tools, U-GARDEN contributes to improving urban quality of life and creating greener, more resilient cities. This article highlights the project's potential to transform urban spaces into productive and healthy environments through scalable and innovative solutions.
Poisoning by Stryphnodendron sp. in a bovine - Case report
Authors: Gabriel Melo Rodrigues João , Viana Ribeiro Sousa Jaíze , das Chagas Cardoso Júnior Francisco , Solano Feitosa Júnior Francisco , Galba da Silva Tenório Taciana
Published: December 2024

Poisonous plants are notorious for causing serious problems and economic losses, directly affecting the livestock sector. The plants of the genus Stryphnodendron mainly affect the digestive, integumentary and reproductive systems. The objective of this work was to report the case of a bovine that was poisoned by Stryphnodendro sp. The owner reported the occurrence of apathy, hyporexia, sialorrhoea and diarrhoea, observed a day previously and that this was the only animal to show these clinical signs. The animal died a few hours after being attended. The necropsy revealed the presence of seeds of both genera in the digestive tract, multiple ulcers in the abomasum and renal and hepatic alterations that were also evidenced in the blood tests.
The importance of cardiological examinations in dogs with leishmaniasis: a systematic review
Authors: de Carvalho Ramos Lorena , Pereira de Souza Almir
Published: December 2024

Leishmaniasis, a parasitic disease, can lead to cardiac dysfunction characterized by significant alterations in cardiac enzyme levels. Elevated enzyme concentrations indicate tissue damage and impaired cardiovascular function. This systematic review analyzed the primary cardiovascular tests used to assess changes in dogs infected with Leishmania sp. Full articles and short communications published between 2000 and 2023 that focused on cardiac enzyme measurement, leishmaniasis, echocardiography, blood pressure, and electrocardiography were included. PubMed, Sci-Hub, Google Scholar, and SciELO databases were searched, excluding conference proceedings and technical manuals. Of the 122 identified studies, 29 met the inclusion criteria. Results indicate that parasitism causes substantial changes in cardiac enzymes and hypertension is prevalent in infected dogs. Additionally, electrocardiograms frequently reveal atrioventricular blocks, while echocardiograms often show dilated heart chambers and decreased cardiac contractility in dogs with leishmaniasis.
Hepatocellular carcinoma associated with hepatocutaneous syndrome in a feline
Authors: da Costa Conti Vinicius , Tony Ramos Adriano , Patricia Medeiros Veiga Angela , Cordeiro Zimmermann Francielli , Lancia Pereira Marcy
Published: December 2024

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a primary hepatobiliary neoplasm (PHN) originating in hepatocytes. It is rarely described in felines and represents 27% of the species' liver neoplasms. Patients may present emesis, anorexia, lethargy, weight loss, jaundice, coagulopathy, and hepatomegaly. This article aimed to report the case of a cat of no defined breed, approximately seven years old, with a crusted and hemorrhagic nasal injury, apathy, mild dehydration, a 2/9 body score, and mean systolic blood pressure of 187 mmHg. Abdominal ultrasound suggested renal senility and hepatomegaly, serum biochemistry indicated hyperphosphatemia and azotemia, and there was low urinary density with increased UPro/UCr. Amlodipine besylate was prescribed to control hypertension, and only after two months did the patient return, presenting cushion hyperkeratosis and a clot in the right nostril. The lesions were biopsied. The patient died three days after the procedure, and, at necropsy and histopathological analysis, there was a definitive diagnosis of HCC, presenting vacuolation in neoplastic hepatocytes under microscopy, superficial necrotic dermatitis (SND) in the nostril and cushions by parakeratotic hyperkeratosis on microscopy, and chronic kidney disease as comorbidity. The patient's clinical manifestation was consistent with that described in the literature. HCC is associated with an SND framework, a rare condition in cats.
Iatrogenic Budd-chiari Syndrome from Misplacement of Right Internal Jugular Central Vein Catheter: A Case Report
Authors: Garmpis Nikolaos , Prevezanos Dionysios , Belivanis Michail , Psilopatis Iason , Papoutsas Dimitrios , Garmpi Anna , Dimitroulis Dimitrios , Damaskos Christos
Published: December 2024

ntroduction/Background:

Budd-Chiari syndrome is a rare entity that is caused by an obstruction of the flow in the hepatic veins or inferior vena cava.

Case Presentation:

Herein, we report a rare case of iatrogenic Budd-Chiari syndrome. A 52-year-old woman with chronic renal failure under hemodialysis, presented
to our hospital for dyspnea caused by a large pleural effusion. After the placement of the central right jugular vein catheter, she suffered from right
upper quadrant acute abdominal pain along with elevation of liver function enzymes in blood tests. An abdominal computed tomography with
contrast revealed obstruction of the right hepatic vein by the catheter tip with concomitant thrombosis, thus the diagnosis of Budd-Chiari syndrome
was confirmed. Removal of the catheter and anticoagulant therapy were successfully utilized to treat the patient.

Conclusion:

Knowledge of the full spectrum of adverse effects of such a procedure is crucial for their early identification and treatment, often with a
multidisciplinary approach.
“Punarnava” (Boerhaavia diffusa): An Ancient Herbal Medicine with the Emphasis of Ayurveda on its Therapeutic Potential
Authors: Mondal Sumanta , Nag Sourav , Paul Reshmi , Panigrahi Naresh , Roy Partha , Revu Baby Nalanda , Sahana Soumitra
Published: December 2024

A broad name for plant compounds with various structures and functions is “phytochemical.” When ingested by humans, phytochemicals may
have biological activity. Plant foods, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, and seeds are the most prevalent sources of phytochemicals.
Boerhaavia diffusa L. nom. cons. is a perennial creeping herb that grows throughout India. In the Indian medical system, it is generally referred to
as “Punarnava”. In some areas of India, it is frequently used to treat jaundice. According to Ayurveda, B. diffusa is categorized as a “Rasayana”
herb, which is believed to have anti-aging, disease-prevention, and life-strengthening properties. These properties are thought to significantly
impact the global disease burden and the cost and accessibility of healthcare. This one is one of the first Eastern remedies that Ayurveda mentions
as a possible treatment for several illnesses. Numerous ethnopharmacological reports highlight its involvement in reproductive, gastrointestinal,
respiratory, urinary, hepatic/jaundice, cardiovascular, and cancer problems. Beyond that, because of the plant's therapeutic value derived from
flavonoids and polyphenols, physicians and scientists should take more significant advantage of this plant to learn more about its biological and
therapeutic qualities. Its taxonomy and geographic description, ethnobotanical insights, and various pharmacological characteristics were the main
topics of this paper.
Eco-Apps for Change? Evaluating Mobile Apps to Promote and Support Sustainable Lifestyle Changes
Authors: Hynes Mike , Fahy Frances
Published: December 2024

Introduction:

Mobile digital devices have developed mainly from voice communications
to always-on internet-accessing, mini-computers used universally across the generations. As
the consumption and use of smartphones and digital devices and services grow exponentially,
their pervasive acceptance has coincided with an increasing demand for mobile software applications.
Faced with the evidence of the deepening climate crisis, can mobile digital apps be better
deployed in support of critical lifestyle and behavioral changes required to tackle the impacts of
climate change? Applying a review of the existing literature on mobile apps and combining this
with original data from new eco-app users affords us deeper insights into the effectiveness (or
otherwise) and utility of apps in promoting lifestyle changes allowing us to better design, develop,
and deploy these digital tools for environmental good.

Methods:

A comprehensive review of the literature on behavioural change and its links to digital
ICTs is undertaken. This is followed by an analysis of quantitative data collected from just under
100 novel eco-app users to explore what they found useful, what they found troublesome, and
what forced them to reject and uninstall such apps.

Results:

Findings identified an overcrowded marketplace as a barrier to success. Attrition is also
an issue of concern in encouraging digital intervention lifestyle change, with some revealing they
would uninstall apps if they affected the operation and running of their device, or if the services
on offer were irrelevant to their needs at a particular time.

Conclusion:

The study concludes by outlining recommendations and guidelines for best practices
in future digital interventions for promoting sustainable behavioural change specifically using
mobile digital apps.
The Use of “Cancer Ratio” in Differentiating Malignant and Tuberculous Pleural Effusions: Protocol for a Prospective Observational Study
Authors: Chalamalasetty Sai Pooja , Acharya Preetam , Antony Thomas , Ramakrishna Anand , Kotian Himani
Published: December 2024

Background

Differentiating between tuberculosis and malignancy as the cause of an exudative lymphocyte predominant pleural effusion is difficult due to similarities in the cellular and biochemical characteristics of the pleural fluid in both conditions. Microbiological tests in tubercular pleural effusions have a poor diagnostic yield, and the long turnaround time for results prevents an early diagnosis. The diagnosis of malignant pleural effusion (MPE) is hampered by a variable yield of pleural fluid cytology and closed pleural biopsy and the fact that thoracoscopy may not be readily available or feasible in each patient. A key gap in the existing knowledge is the performance of the serum lactate dehydrogenase to pleural adenosine deaminase ratio (ie, “cancer ratio”; CR) in differentiating between tuberculous and MPE in a high tuberculosis prevalence country like India, although its use has been well established in Western literature. The CR may find a practical application in the community health care settings in low-income countries without ready access to biopsy.

Objective

This study aimed to evaluate the CR as a test to differentiate tubercular and malignant etiology in patients with an exudative lymphocyte predominant pleural effusion. Secondary objectives to be assessed include a comparison of CR to pleural fluid carcinoembryonic antigen in MPE and the association of histologic type of lung carcinoma to the CR positivity.

Methods

This hospital-based, prospective, observational study will include patients admitted with pleural effusion whose pleural fluid reports indicate a lymphocyte-predominant exudate. The ability of the CR to discriminate between tuberculous and MPE will be evaluated as a primary objective of this study. The performance of CR and pleural fluid carcinoembryonic antigen in the diagnosis of MPE will be compared using the receiver operating characteristics and area under the curve for both tests as a secondary objective. The association between a positive CR and histologic type of lung cancer will be analyzed as well.

Results

Data collection began in June 2022. As of March 24, 2024, we have recruited 22 patients. Outcomes of the study are expected at the end of 2024.

Conclusions

The results of this study will provide an objective basis for the use of CR in differentiating between tuberculosis and malignancy as the cause of an exudative lymphocyte predominant pleural effusion.

International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID)

DERR1-10.2196/56592
Identifying the Relative Importance of Factors Influencing Medication Compliance in General Patients Using Regularized Logistic Regression and LightGBM: Web-Based Survey Analysis
Authors: Iino Haru , Kizaki Hayato , Imai Shungo , Hori Satoko
Published: December 2024

Background

Medication compliance, which refers to the extent to which patients correctly adhere to prescribed regimens, is influenced by various psychological, behavioral, and demographic factors. When analyzing these factors, challenges such as multicollinearity and variable selection often arise, complicating the interpretation of results. To address the issue of multicollinearity and better analyze the importance of each factor, machine learning methods are considered to be useful.

Objective

This study aimed to identify key factors influencing medication compliance by applying regularized logistic regression and LightGBM.

Methods

A questionnaire survey was conducted among 638 adult patients in Japan who had been continuously taking medications for at least 3 months. The survey collected data on demographics, medication habits, psychological adherence factors, and compliance. Logistic regression with regularization was used to handle multicollinearity, while LightGBM was used to calculate feature importance.

Results

The regularized logistic regression model identified significant predictors, including “using the drug at approximately the same time each day” (coefficient 0.479; P=.02), “taking meals at approximately the same time each day” (coefficient 0.407; P=.02), and “I would like to have my medication reduced” (coefficient –0.410; P=.01). The top 5 variables with the highest feature importance scores in the LightGBM results were “Age” (feature importance 179.1), “Using the drug at approximately the same time each day” (feature importance 148.4), “Taking meals at approximately the same time each day” (feature importance 109.0), “I would like to have my medication reduced” (feature importance 77.48), and “I think I want to take my medicine” (feature importance 70.85). Additionally, the feature importance scores for the groups of medication adherence–related factors were 77.92 for lifestyle-related items, 52.04 for awareness of medication, 20.30 for relationships with health care professionals, and 5.05 for others.

Conclusions

The most significant factors for medication compliance were the consistency of medication and meal timing (mean of feature importance), followed by the number of medications and patient attitudes toward their treatment. This study is the first to use a machine learning model to calculate and compare the relative importance of factors affecting medication adherence. Our findings demonstrate that, in terms of relative importance, lifestyle habits are the most significant contributors to medication compliance among the general patient population. The findings suggest that regularization and machine learning methods, such as LightGBM, are useful for better understanding the numerous adherence factors affected by multicollinearity.
Comparative Assessment on the Use of Videogrammetry and Photogrammetry for Rapid and Low-Cost Three-Dimensional Modeling
Authors: Nuha Muhammad Ulin , Pramudya Alif Farhan , Laia Bonifasius Efraim , Husain Rainaldy , Setiaji Danang , Isnaini Een Lujainatul , Perdana Redho Surya , Atmojo Aulia Try , Jatmiko Retnadi Heru
Published: December 2024

The current activities in photogrammetry technology such as the permission to apply non-metric cameras, development of Structure from Motion (SfM), and potential usage of videogrammetry are part of the answers to the need for low-cost camera-based mapping. Therefore, this study aimed to test and compare the accuracy of photogrammetry and videogrammetry methods for three-dimensional (3D) modeling obtained using a non-metric camera with SfM processing. Terrestrial Laser Scanner (TLS) was used to obtain comparative data and the results showed a degradation of photo resolution in videogrammetry method, causing a reduction in the number of point clouds produced compared to photogrammetry. Moreover, the point cloud test showed that the surface variation results for both methods were identical to 3D modeling with a higher point density recorded in photogrammetry and the relative distance was different by 0.125 meters. The average difference in point cloud between photogrammetry and TLS was 0.062 meters while videogrammetry and TLS had 0.106 meters. The absolute test produced an RMSE value of 0.022 meters for photogrammetry and 0.032 meters for videogrammetry at a 95% confidence interval, indicating the two methods produced similar data quality. The results led to the conclusion that videogrammetry had satisfactory values and could be used as an alternative in 3D modeling but was not considered better than photogrammetry. Received: 2023-08-13 Revised: 2024-05-27   Accepted: 2024-09-20 Published: 2024-10-10
Use of HAND Model for Estimating Flood-Prone in Serawai Basins Base on Remote Sensing and Sistem Information Geography
Authors: Purwanto Ajun , Andrasmoro Dony , Eviliyanto Eviliyanto
Published: December 2024

A river basin's flood-prone mapping is essential for managing flood risks, developing mitigation plans, and developing flood forecasting and warning systems, among other things. This research uses the HAND model to estimate the level of flood-prone and its distribution in watersheds. The method used is survey and image interpretation. The data used is DEM imagery with a resolution of 10 meters. Data analysis uses spatial analysis, which includes elevation, hydrological analysis, fill, flow accumulation, flow direction, flow distance, and minus statistical analysis. The results showed that the Serawai watershed has five classes: very prone, prone, moderate, not prone, and very not prone. The very prone class has an area of 112,213.82 ha (65.41%), including Tontang, Sedaha, Nanga Serawai, Begori, Nanga Lekawai, Surga, Buntut Ponte, and Nanga Segulang village. The prone class has an area of 29,356.65 ha (17.14%), spread across the village of part of Beurgea, part of Nanga Segulang, Nanga Jelundung, and part of Tontang village. The moderate level has an area of 18,971.52 ha (11.08%), spread across Tontang, part of Nanga Jelundung, and part of Baras Nabun village. The area with a not-prone is 7,996.20 ha (4.67%), spread across Baras Nabun and parts of  Nanga Jelundung village. For areas that are very not prone, they have an area of 3,004.20 (1.75%), spread over parts of the villages of Sedaha, parts of Baras Nabun, and Nanga Jelundung. Based on the research results, it can be concluded that the HAND Model is an effective and easy-to-use model for estimating flood-prone areas.
Direct Calculating Method for Integral of Multivariate Functions Based on Mathematica
Authors: Wang Zhongxiang , Chang Cai , Lu Jian
Published: December 2024

Mathematica is a comprehensive and efficient general mathematical software that integrates numerical and symbolic calculation, graphics and animation, programming and interactive demonstrations. This paper presents the methodology and operational procedures for the direct computation of multiple integrals, curve integrals and surface integrals utilizing Mathematica software. Through the application examples, it can be intuitively seen that this way of calculating multiple integrals with Mathematical software provides a very convenient, fast and effective way to verify the correctness of the integral calculation methods and results.
A Brief Overview on the Helium Mercury Lasers
Authors: Jalil Muhammad Arif Bin
Published: December 2024

One type of metal-vapour laser is the helium mercury laser. It functions similarly to argon/krypton or helium-neon
lasers. Because of its working principle, which is based on the ionic transitions of mercury, it is often referred to as the "mercury
vapour ion laser." It can produce wavelengths that fall inside the electromagnetic spectrum's visible range. [22]
A Review on the Helium Silver Laser
Authors: Jalil Muhammad Arif Bin
Published: December 2024

One type of metal-vapour laser is the helium silver laser. Light with a wavelength of 224.5 nm, which is in the deep
ultraviolet range, can be produced by this laser. It is appropriate for use in fluorescence suppressed Raman Spectroscopy due to
its output wavelength. The helium-silver laser generates extremely narrow spectral line widths while operating at low pressure.
The primary applications of this laser are in fluorescence suppressed Raman spectroscopy and scientific research.[22]
Elastic and Structural Studies on some Bismuth Borate Glasses using Ultrasonic and Spectroscopic Techniques
Authors: T Sumathi
Published: December 2024

B2O3-Bi2O3, B2O3-Bi2O3-ZnO and B2O3-Bi2O3-CaO glasses of different compositions were prepared by using the melt
quench technique. The Ultrasonic velocities (both longitudinal and transverse) were measured at 10MHz at room temperature
using the pulse-echo overlap method. From the measured values of velocity and density, elastic constants and other parameters
such as molar volume, Poisson's ratio, acoustic impedance, microhardness, Debye temperature and thermal expansion
coefficient have been evaluated. The variations in these parameters are analysed in terms of structural changes in the glass
network with composition. The amorphous nature of the glass samples is studied using XRD. The FTIR investigation is used to
identify the functional groups present in the glass samples.
Mediating effect of teaching commitment and educational change acceptance attitude on the relationship between secondary physical education teachers' experience of teacher learning community and teacher identity
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Park Ji-Heum , Jeong Seong-hwi , Park Jong-Lyoul
Published: December 2024

Objectives The purpose of this study was to investigate the mediating effect of teaching commitment and educational change acceptance attitude on the relationship between physical education teachers' experience of teacher learning community and teacher identity.
Methods To achieve the purpose of this study, the research was divided into a preliminary survey and a main survey, and the reliability and validity were verified in the preliminary survey. In the main study, 312 questionnaires were used to verify the statistical significance of the mediating effect through structural equation modeling, bootstrapping, and phantom variable modeling, and the direct, indirect, and total effects of the factors were verified.
Results The findings of this study are as follows. First, the relationship between teacher learning community experience and teaching commitment, educational change acceptance attitude, and teacher identity was found to be positive. Second, the relationship between teacher learning community experience and teacher identity was found to be moderated by teaching commitment and educational change acceptance attitude.
Conclusions This study suggests that physical education teachers can find the meaning of their commitment to the profession through the experience of teacher learning community, and in the process, form an appropriate identity as a physical education teacher. It also suggests that they can find the direction of physical education through collective intelligence in the face of various educational changes and difficult problems. Therefore, operational measures and policy support are needed to activate the teacher learning community, and the consciousness of physical education teachers should be changed.
A Qualitative Case Study on the Experience of Participating in Free Semester Art Education of Junior High School: The Convergence of Formative Art and Art Therapy
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Kim Hyun-Hee , Kim Gap-Sook
Published: December 2024

Objectives The purpose of this study attempted to find out what students who participated in free semester art education in middle school experience in the curriculum that combines formative art and art therapy, and what the meaning of the experience is.
Methods The method study participants were 10 voluntarily participating out of 65 first graders of middle school A who participated in the free semester system art education in region B. Art education was conducted once a week from March to May 2022, 90 minutes of block time class, and data were analyzed based on qualitative case study methods.
Results As a result, 6 upper themes and 17 lower themes were derived through art education in which art therapy was fused. Looking at the results centering on the main categories, as you learned your psychology, you gained a sense of accomplishment by discovering a new self and acquiring new knowledge. As the range of thoughts expanded, the ability to cope with crises improved, and the importance of communication with others was confirmed through correct self-expression. Confidence was raised and stress was relieved by the free expression of emotions inherent in a comfortable environment. With a new perspective on differences, I have come to accept myself objectified and understand others.
Conclusions First, participants became opportunities for self-exploration beyond the standardized framework of process-oriented art therapy education. Second, the breadth of thinking expanded by acquiring new knowledge through various experiences. Third, by formatively creating emotions that were not expressed in everyday life and converting stressed or suppressed emotions into active energy, they gained a sense of psychological stability. Fourth, they established a positive self-image by understanding their own acceptance and others. Based on these research results, the significance and limitations of this study were discussed.
Quality of life and grip strength in patients with CKD
Authors: Ángel Bustos Isabel Cristina , Campos Adriana , Apolinar Joven Leidy Yohana , Bedoya Bedoya Osiris Maydé , Grajales Toro Sebastián , Bustos Zapata Iván Eusebio
Published: December 2024

Context: Patients with chronic kidney disease are more likely to develop anemia and alteration of calcium and phosphorus concentrations, highlighting the marked muscle deterioration due to increased catabolism and the development of sarcopenia, which directly impacts the deterioration of muscle strength and therefore, functionality. This deterioration has been measured and quantified through the prehensile force; information that may be related to greater functional limitation and loss of independence, generating alterations in well-being and health-related quality of life. Objective: To determine the relationship between health-related quality of life and muscle strength in patients attending the renal unit at the Alma Mater Hospital of Antioquia.Methodology: This study was conducted in a clinical setting, in a Renal Unit in the city of Medellín. It is a quantitative, observational study, cross-sectional design with analytical intention. The population consisted of 47 patients, including 32 men and 15 women. A convenience sample was used, as the conditions for blinding the population during hemodialysis were not met. Data collection included sociodemographic information, quality of life assessment using the KDQOL-36 scale, and measurement of grip strength using the Biometrics system for dynamometry. Grip strength was assessed bilaterally in the standard position, with the elbow flexed, and with the arm flexed and the elbow extended. Results: From a total of 47 patients evaluated, it was found that the manual grip strength with a flexed arm is significantly associated with the physical health dimension of the KDQOL SF 36 renal scale. The manual grip test with an extended arm is also highly associated with the physical health dimension of the KDQOL SF 36 renal scale. Conclusions: The greater the manual grip, the higher the score in the physical health dimension of the KDQOL SF 36 scale, both in the standard position with the elbow flexed at 90° and with the elbow extended at 0°.
The Licensing Transformation in Small and Medium Industries Affecting Environment Following the Establishment of the Law on Job Creation: A Case Study of the Washing Industry in Bandung Regency
Authors: Adikancana Santi , Santosa Mas
Published: December 2024

The Law on Job Creation and its derivative regulations have shifted the licensing paradigm from a license-based approach to a risk-based one, focusing its primary consideration on risk. The Government Regulation Number 5 of 2021 on the Implementation of Risk-Based Business Licensing regulates the division of risks into four types: low, medium-low, medium-high, and high. The purpose of the Law on Job Creation is to provide ease of doing business. Unfortunately, business certainty has not been fully achieved due to various difficulties. This study aims to describe (1) the industrial conditions in Bandung Regency, especially in the washing industry, on the small and medium scales, and (2) the regulations of small and medium industries whose business activities have the potential to cause pollution. This study concludes that Industrial regulation in small and medium-sized enterprises requires collaborative governance between the government, business actors, and the community. Consistent law enforcement and penalties for violations are essential so that business activity continues to increase and the environment remains sustainable.
Extraterritorial Act versus the Indigenous People Protection: An Analysis of the European Union Deforestation-Free Regulation
Authors: Tehupeiory Aartje , Simbolon Putu
Published: December 2024

At first glance, indigenous people and international trade appear to be two separate issues. However, this perception does not apply in the case of European Regulation 2023/1115. This study aims to provide an understanding of how Indonesia should respond to the EU DFR, which has affected Indonesia’s national interests in protecting indigenous people. This study applied a normative method through doctrinal and conceptual approaches to achieve the objective. The study covers two main discussions. The first explains how due diligence under the EU DFR has indirectly pushed Indonesia to become an EU trading partner and provide more excellent protection for local indigenous people to gain access to the Union’s market for its agricultural products. The second discussion explains how Indonesia should respond to this regulation by considering protecting its indigenous people and ensuring the availability of market access for Indonesian companies and traders. The first discussion states that the EU DFR will prohibit the export and import of agricultural products if the trading partner’s company does not provide adequate legal protection for its indigenous people. The second discussion suggests that Indonesia must better protect its indigenous people to secure market access to the European Union. However, if the EU regulator acts arbitrarily, Indonesia reserves the right to address these issues through the available means of trade dispute settlement under international law.
Intellectual capital meets Industry 4.0: transforming logistics through bibliometric insights
Authors: Slyvkanyc Natalia , Glova Jozef , Andrejovska Alena , Barski Robert
Published: December 2024

This study conducts a comprehensive bibliometric analysis to explore the evolving relationship between intellectual capital and Industry 4.0 within the logistics sector. The research identifies trends, key contributors, and thematic developments in this interdisciplinary field using data from two leading scientific databases, Web of Science and Scopus. The primary objective is to understand the critical areas of intellectual capital—human, structural, and relational—and their application in Logistics 4.0, driven by technological innovations such as cyber-physical systems and digital transformation. The methodology employs established bibliometric techniques, including co-occurrence and thematic mapping, to evaluate research questions addressing publication trends, country contributions, source relevance, and author influence. Data from 2001–2024 for Web of Science and Scopus datasets reveal key insights: consistent publication growth, leading contributions by countries like China and the USA, and the emergence of themes such as sustainability, innovation, and digital transformation. Comparative analysis highlights differences in keyword trends and collaborative networks between databases, with Scopus displaying a notable time lag in topic evolution. Findings emphasise the pivotal role of intellectual capital in driving logistics innovation, underscoring its integration with Industry 4.0 technologies. Limitations include potential database biases and a data lag for 2024. This study is a foundational reference for scholars and practitioners who leverage intellectual capital for competitive advantage in the digitised logistics era.
Reasons, benefits and challenges on the road to automated internal transportation
Authors: Osieczko-Potoczna Kornelia
Published: December 2024

The article discusses the topic of available solutions related to process automation in companies. The focus is on intralogistics solutions, especially in the context of robotization of transport, using the example of automatically controlled vehicles. Industry 5.0, in addition to automation, pays attention to the human factor, stabilization and the environmental aspect, which is a challenge for many companies. Large organizations are automating their processes in an effort to increase flexibility and respond quickly to customer requirements. Wanting to match market requirements will be a particular challenge for small and medium-sized companies. The purpose of this article was to study and describe the case of a manufacturing company that decided to change the means of internal transportation - to automated. The article answers the research questions posed for what reasons companies are interested in intralogistics solutions and what challenges organizations face when implementing such solutions. The paper uses literature analysis and qualitative research in the form of a case study. The benefits to organizations of automating material handling are presented, which can be particularly beneficial information for the small and medium-sized business sector. A qualitative study conducted at a Polish automotive company shows that the implementation of AGV robots has significantly improved the efficiency of internal logistics, reducing the risk of accidents and increasing process systematization. These results confirm the growing interest in automation, which contributes to reducing costs, increasing revenues and meeting environmental requirements.
The impact of logistics service quality through the perceived organizational image on performance: cold chain logistics provider in Thailand
Authors: Boonchunone Surasidh , Nami Mariam , Krommuang Atchari , Karnpakdee Chumpol , Suwunnamek Opal
Published: December 2024

The impact of logistics service quality and perceived organizational image on firm performance, are explored using the structural equation modeling analysis for Thailand's cold chain logistics provider. The objectives of this study were to direct, indirect, and total impact of logistics service quality through perceived organizational image on the performance of cold chain logistics providers, assessed by customers receiving services from cold chain logistics service companies. This quantitative research method uses a questionnaire to collect data from 541 respondents. Moreover, the results obtained from logistics service quality have a significant enhancing effect on the perceived organizational image, and both have significant positive effects on performance. Additionally, the role of the perceived organizational image as a mediating variable between logistics service quality and performance is emphasized. Logistics service quality has the most direct significant effect on perceived organizational image. Additionally, corporate image perception significantly mediates the relationship between service quality and logistics efficiency. These findings have contributions, relevant support, and benefits in academic, managerial, and important implications for cold chain providers in Thailand. It empirically demonstrates that the impact of logistics service quality can be supported through the perceived organizational image. This image is built on past experiences, emotions, and perceptions about the organization's reputation and the quality of its logistics services, including management logistic flow.
Spatial differentiation of Poland's voivodeship in the context of linear infrastructure development in 2011-2021
Authors: Poplawski Lukasz , Dziekanski Pawel , Danilevica Alina , Niescior Bartosz
Published: December 2024

The development of linear infrastructure is important for the development of logistics, for the economic development of regions. The is at the same time spatially differentiated between regions. The regions are strongly developing their linear infrastructure in order to reduce the disparities in the development of facilities and roads. The aim of the study was to diagnose the condition of linear infrastructure and to indicate its spatial changes in the years 2011-2021 in Poland. The were used to build a synthetic measure using the Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to an Ideal Solution method. The synthetic measure of linear infrastructure ranged from 0.01 (warmińsko-mazurskie) to 0.60 (śląskie) in 2010 and 0.31 (świętokrzyskie, podlaskie) to 0.56 (śląskie, małopolskie) in 2021. A higher value of synthetic measure of linear infrastructure indicates a better position and higher competitiveness of the voivodeship within the research area. The provinces well equipped with linear infrastructure include the provinces of śląskie, dolnośląskie, małopolskie. The provinces where there is an improvement, and road connections are developing, include podlaskie, świętokrzyskie. They are not counted among the highly developed economically and do not make the best use of the opportunities offered by a developed road network. Action taken in this aspect must be based on analyses to facilitate comparisons and on current information necessary for effective action.
The impact of outsourcing cold chain logistics services on the financial performance of agricultural enterprises in the southeast region of Vietnam
Authors: Tang Minh , Do Doan , Thi Thu
Published: December 2024

This study delves into the agricultural industry and the cold chain logistics market, focusing on the impact of outsourcing cold chain logistics services on the financial performance of agricultural enterprises in the Southeast region of Vietnam. It assesses various factors influencing businesses' decisions to use cold chain logistics services, including electronic word-of-mouth, corporate image, outsourcing mindset, advantages, hazards, strategic considerations, functional features, supplier variables, interparty relationships, and environmental factors. The study's findings demonstrate high reliability, with Cronbach's Alpha coefficients ranging from 0.811 to 0.877. The observed variables in this Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) had factor loadings ranging from 0.535 to 0.882 (all exceeding 0.5), indicating that no variables were removed and that the observed variables met the EFA analysis requirements. The EFA categorized 56 observed variables into 12 distinct factors, clarifying the variable structure. Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) validated the research model's appropriateness, confirming its effectiveness in describing relationships between variables. Overall, the study provides robust evidence supporting the reliability and validity of the research model in assessing the impact of outsourcing cold chain logistics services on enterprises' financial performance.
DINAMIKA SERTIFIKASI HALAL MELALUI SKEMA SELF DECLARE PADA UMKM DI ACEH: TANTANGAN, PELUANG DAN STRATEGI AKSELERASI DAYA SAING USAHA
Authors: Evriyenni Evriyenni , Gebrina Putri
Published: December 2024

Saat ini, jumlah pelaku UMKM di Aceh sangat tinggi dengan segala bentuk jenis usahanya, namun masih banyak yang belum memiliki sertifikat halal yang merupakan salah satu legalitas usaha yang harus dipenuhi. Salah satu bentuk sertifikasi halal adalah dengan skema self declare, model sertifikasi halal ini ditanggapi beragam oleh pelaku UMKM di Aceh. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk: (1) Menguraikan dinamika sertifikasi halal melalui skema self declare pada Usaha Mikro, Kecil dan Menengah di Aceh. (2) Mengidentifikasi tantangan dan peluang dalam akselerasi daya saing Usaha Mikro, Kecil dan Menengah di Aceh. (3) Menetapkan strategi pelaku usaha dalam akselerasi daya saing Usaha Mikro, Kecil dan Menengah di Aceh. Jenis penelitian ini bersifat deskriptif kualitatif dengan teknik pengumpalan data melalui data sekunder yaitu wawancara dengan informan penelitian pada 4 (empat) wilayah di Aceh. Informan penelitian meliputi pelaku UMKM, Dinas Koperasi dan UMKM Aceh, Pendamping Proses Halal (PPH), Seksi Bima Islam pada Kementerian Agama serta Majelis Permusyawaratan Ulama (MPU). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pelaku UMKM antusias dengan pengurusan sertifikasi halal sebagai salah satu pemenuhanlegalitas usaha. Tantangan yang ada yaitu kurangnya pemahaman pelaku UMKM terkait penggunaan bahan-bahan usaha yang masuk kedalam positive list dalam skema Self declare. Untuk itu, perlu kerja keras dan upaya pihakpihak terkait dalam meningkatkan kesadaran pelaku usaha akan sertifikasi halal sehingga tercipta akselerasi daya saing usaha para pelaku UMKM.
The Sharia Business Model of The Housing Provident Fund (HPF) of Republic Of Indonesia
Authors: Ghoni Muhammad Abdul , Amelia Shinta Kintarani , Beyti Nurul
Published: December 2024

This study introduces a sharia model of the HPF of republic of Indonesia. since, the Housing Provision Fund promotes housing investment and enables early house purchase for individuals with low income. The aim of this paper is presently sharia business model of provident fund and its implementing strategies to reduce the population of those needing adequate housing of Indonesian. This paper operates an extensive literature review explains the existing of housing provident fund model based on the sharia principle. The Sharia-compliant business model of the provident fund in the Republic of Indonesia is a relatively new mechanism that operates based on the principles of Shariah. It is designed to be fair and strives to achieve the ultimate goals of Sharia by establishing the Housing Provident Fund (HPF). The implementation of the Sharia business model in the housing provident fund of the Indonesian government can be replicated in other Muslim countries. As far as we know, this research is the first in the literature to present a conceptual idea and model for the sharia business model of housing provident fund that complies with Sharia principles.
The problem of ethnonym of the Crimean Tatars in the works of J. Seidamet
Authors:   Marjani Institute of History of the Tatarstan Academy of Sciences, Seidametov Eldar Kh.
Published: December 2024

The article examines the problematic of the ethnonym of the Crimean Tatars in the works of the famous socio-political figure, one of the ideologists and lea­ders of the Crimean Tatar national movement of the early 20th century, J. Seidamet.

The source base of the study consisted mainly of memoirs, journalistic materials, which gave us an idea of the main stages in the formation of the national identity of the Crimean Tatars, various kinds of discussions, both in Crimea and in the diaspora: Turkic-Tatar, Turkic-Ottoman on the path to the formation of the Crimean Tatar identity. One of the topics considered in the article is the question of understanding the term “Kyrymly” (“Crimeans”) in the rhetoric of J. Seidamet and other socio-political figures of that era.