bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ENHANCING POWER SYSTEM STABILITY USING NEURO-FUZZY CONTROL INTEGRATED WITH GENETIC ALGORITHMS
Authors:   Sanjivani College of Engineering, India, Chaudhari Sachin Vasant , Shrivastava Sarika ,   Ashoka Institute of Technology and Management, India, Jyothi Gadibavi ,   CMR Engineering College, India, Patil Harshal ,   Balaji Institute of Technology and Management, India
Published: October 2024

Power system stability is crucial for ensuring the reliable operation of electrical grids. Instabilities can lead to blackouts, equipment damage, and economic losses. Traditional control methods may struggle to handle the complexity and non-linearity of power systems. This study proposes a novel approach that integrates neuro-fuzzy control with genetic algorithms to enhance power system stability. Neuro-fuzzy systems excel at handling complex and non-linear systems, while genetic algorithms offer efficient optimization capabilities. The neuro-fuzzy control and genetic algorithms provides a robust framework for optimizing power system stability. This approach aims to mitigate the challenges posed by system complexities and uncertainties. Through simulations and case studies, the effectiveness of the proposed method is demonstrated. The integrated approach shows improved stability performance compared to conventional methods. Additionally, the flexibility of the system allows for adaptation to varying operating conditions and disturbances.
GCXLONTO - A TOOL FOR SEMANTIC INTEGRATION OF MARC 21 BIBLIOGRAPHIC DATA INTO GCONTO
Authors:   Information and Library Network (INFLIBNET) Centre, India, Shah Dharmeshkumar , Arolkar Harshal ,   GLS University, India, P Madalli Devika ,   Information and Library Network (INFLIBNET) Centre, India
Published: October 2024

The proliferation of bibliographic metadata has led to an overwhelming voluminous data, necessitating advanced methodologies for effective organisation and retrieval of data. The vast amount of bibliographic metadata available in the Union Catalogue of Gujarat Colleges (GujCat) poses significant challenges in terms of efficient data organisation, search, and retrieval. Traditional methods of cataloguing and indexing often fall short of capturing the complex relationships and nuances within scholarly works. The study explores and created tool named GCXLOnto with the integration of panda library of python to transform MAchine-Readable Cataloging (MARC 21) bibliographic metadata into and excel data and then structured transformation from excel data to Web Ontology Language (OWL) for information retrieval, aiming to enhance the efficiency of search and retrieval processes. In practice, two strategies are used to create and import the data into ontology. One involves manual creation which needs expertise from ontology developers and the second strategy entails converting the available structured data into ontology. The study suggests a way to turn MARC 21 bibliographic data into semantically rich OWL ontology. The evaluation of the framework will be done on a sample dataset of bibliographic metadata available in GujCat. Findings of the study contribute towards the development of advanced systems for managing and accessing bibliographic metadata available to the GujCat.
COMPARISON OF EXPLAINABILITY OF MACHINE LEARNING BASED MALAYALAM TEXT CLASSIFICATION
Authors:   Indian Institute of Information Technology, Kottayam, India, S Akshay , Madhavan Manu ,   Indian Institute of Information Technology, Kottayam, India
Published: October 2024

Text classification is one of the primary NLP tasks where machine learning (ML) is widely used. Even though the applied machine learning models are similar, the classification task may address specific challenges from language to language. The concept of model explainability can provide an idea of how the models make decisions in these situations. In this paper, The explainability of different text classification models for Malayalam language, a morphologically rich Dravidian language predominantly spoken in Kerala, was compared. The experiments considered classification models from both traditional ML and deep learning genres. The experiments were conducted on three different datasets and explainability scores are formulated for each of the selected models. The results of experiments showed that deep learning models did very well with respect to performance matrices whereas traditional machine learning models did well if not better in the explainability part.
A Practical Guide to Participatory Design Sessions for the Development of Information Visualizations: Tutorial
Authors: Arcia Adriana , Stonbraker Samantha , Mangal Sabrina , Lor Maichou
Published: October 2024

Participatory design is an increasingly common informatics method to engage intended audiences in the development of health-related resources. Participatory design is particularly helpful for developing information visualizations that aim to improve health outcomes by means of improved comprehension, communication or engagement, and subsequent behavior changes. Existing literature on participatory design lacks the practical details that influence the success of the method and does not address emergent issues, such as strategies to enhance internet-based data collection. In this tutorial, our objective is to provide practical guidance on how to prepare for, conduct, and analyze participatory design sessions for information visualization. The primary audience for this tutorial is research teams, but this guide is relevant for organizations and other health professionals looking to design visualizations for their patient populations, as they can use this guide as a procedural manual. This start-to-finish guide provides information on how to prepare for design sessions by setting objectives and applying theoretical foundations, planning design sessions to match project goals, conducting design sessions in different formats with varying populations, and carrying out effective analysis. We also address how the methods in this guide can be implemented in the context of resource constraints. This tutorial contains a glossary of relevant terms, pros and cons of variations in the type of design session, an informed consent template, a preparation checklist, a sample design session guide and selection of useful design session prompts, and examples of how surveys can supplement the design process.
Accuracy of a Smart Diaper System for Nursing Home Residents for Automatically Detecting Voided Volume: Instrument Validation Study (Preprint)
Authors: Kim Jae Heon , Lee Ui Cheol , Jeong Byeong Hun , Kang Byeong Uk , Shim Sung Ryul , Jeong In Gab
Published: October 2024

BACKGROUND

Diapers are commonly used by older patients with urination disorders. A smart diaper system (SDS) may be able to estimate the weight of urine comparably to conventional measurements made by weighing diapers.

OBJECTIVE

The aim of the current research is to determine the degree of accuracy of an SDS technology specifically designed for the management of urination routines and the use of incontinence pads in older adults.

METHODS

From January to December 2022, 97 older patients with at least 1 chronic disease from 3 nursing homes were included. In this study, the SDS was used for 1 month per patient after obtaining their consent; all patients originally used traditional diapers in the nursing home. The index test measured the change in electrical resistance of the SDS and the reference test measured the change in actual urine weight. When measuring the actual urine weight, the degree of absorption was directly confirmed with the naked eye because the expression value varied according to pressure changes caused by the user’s movement or position. The Pearson correlation was used to determine the correlation between the 2 test methods, the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) was used to check the degree of agreement between the evaluators, and the Bland-Altman test was used to confirm whether there was a significant difference between the 2 test methods.

RESULTS

The average age of the 97 participants was 86.48 (SD 6.26) years, with 10 men and 87 women. There were 73 patients (75%) with hypertension, 86 patients (88%) with dementia, and 86 patients (88%) with 2 or more comorbidities, accounting for the majority. The Pearson correlation coefficient and ICC were 0.971 and 0.985 (P<.001). In the Bland-Altman figure, the difference in the mean between the 2 tests was evenly scattered without showing a specific pattern, indicating that the SDS and actual urine weight were very consistent. The difference between the mean of the 2 tests was –0.045 of the standardized mean difference, and all measurements were located within the 95% CI, so this confirms that the 2 test methods are equivalent.

CONCLUSIONS

Our study showed a fairly high correlation coefficient and ICC for all patient groups, which reveals that the 2 tests were very consistent and that the SDS can replace traditional diapers, even in a real clinical setting. This study shows the possibility that heath care professionals could be alerted by the SDS to the need for pad replacement due to incontinence, thus avoiding the development of dermatological complications.
Pekerja Perempuan dengan Anemia, Implikasinya terhadap Health-related Absenteeism
Authors: Lasiyo Yumna Satyani , Ramdhan Doni Hikmat
Published: October 2024

Latar Belakang: Pekerja perempuan menjadi kelompok rentan mengalami anemia karena beban gandanya. Anemia dipengaruhi oleh banyak faktor dan dapat berdampak luas baik pada individu, sosial ekonomi, dan produktivitas kerja. Absen di tempat kerja dapat menimbulkan penurunan produktivitas dan kerugian perusahaan baik hilangnya waktu kerja ataupun medical cost.Tujuan: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui faktor yang mempengaruhi anemia dan hubungan anemia dengan health-related absenteeism pada pekerja perempuan.Metode: Penelitian ini menggunakan desain cross sectional melibatkan 219 responden pekerja perempuan di PT.X . Data primer diperoleh dari kuesioner, sedangkan data sekunder dari hasil medical checkup tahun 2023. Data dianalisis dengan uji Chi-square dan regresi logistik berganda.Hasil: Prevalensi anemia pada pekerja perempuan di PT.X adalah 53,9%. Terdapat hubungan yang signifikan antara anemia dengan asupan protein (p<0.001), asupan zat besi (p<0.001), pola menstruasi (p<0.001), status gizi (p=0.051); dan shift kerja (p=0,017). Pola menstruasi (p<0.001; OR 3.156) menjadi faktor dominan yang mempengaruhi anemia pada pekerja perempuan di PT X. Terdapat hubungan antara anemia dan health-related absenteeism (p=0.035).Kesimpulan: Kejadian anemia pada pekerja perempuan di PT.X dipengaruhi berbagai faktor baik dari asupan dan non asupan. Perempuan dengan pola menstruasi heavyflow akan berisiko 3,15 kali mengalami anemia. Anemia memiliki hubungan signifikan dengan health-related absenteeism.
Reliability of GFR Estimated by Creatinine-Based Formulas in Moderate-to-Severe Proteinuria
Authors: Zoccali Carmine , Provenzano Pasquale Fabio , Tripepi Giovanni , Carrara Fabiola , Mallamaci Francesca , Perna Annalisa , Delanaye Pierre , Ruggenenti Piero , Remuzzi Giuseppe
Published: October 2024

Key Points

GFR estimations are biased in patients with frank nephrotic syndrome, but the problem is uncharacterized in patients with non-nephrotic proteinuria.

We investigated the bias and accuracy of eGFR formulas in patients with mild-to-moderate proteinuria participating in the ramipril in nondiabetic renal failure 1 and 2 trials.

The CKD Epidemiology Collaboration 2009 and 2021 and European Kidney Function Consortium equations show no significant bias and sufficient accuracy in moderate-to-severe proteinuria.

Background

Creatinine-based GFR formulas introduce a substantial bias in GFR estimations in patients with frank nephrotic syndrome. The bias and accuracy of creatinine-based GFR estimates (eGFR) in patients with non-nephrotic proteinuria need better characterization.

Methods

We used data from the Ramipril in Nondiabetic Renal Failure (ramipril in nondiabetic renal failure [REIN] 1) and REIN 2 trials involving nondiabetic CKD patients with proteinuria to compare eGFRs derived from the CKD Epidemiology Collaboration formulas (with and without race) and the European Kidney Function Consortium equations with iohexol clearance (a gold-standard GFR measure, measured GFR [mGFR]). Bias was defined as the median difference between eGFR and mGFR while accuracy was assessed using P30 and P15 metrics, which represent the percentage of eGFR values within ±30% and ±15% of mGFR, respectively.

Results

The median bias of the three formulas being compared did not differ, being minimal and in a strict range (0.04–0.05 ml/ml per min per 1.73 m2) in the REIN 1 trial and (−0.04 to 0.03 ml/min per 1.73 m2) in the REIN 2 trial. These findings were confirmed in analyses stratified by age and mGFR. The global accuracy of the three formulas regarding P30 % showed sufficient accuracy (P30 >75%) in the REIN 1 trial and all strata in the REIN 2 trial, but the mGFR stratum was <15 ml/min per 1.73 m2.

Conclusions

The CKD Epidemiology Collaboration (with and without race) and European Kidney Function Consortium equations show no significant bias and sufficient accuracy in patients with proteinuria. These formulas can be safely applied to nondiabetic CKD patients with moderate-to-severe proteinuria.

Clinical Trial registry name and registration number:

This is a post hoc analysis of two trials, REIN 1 and 2, published about 20 years ago.
The Relationship between Shared Leadership, Team Identification, Job Calling and Team Performance, Team Fighting Morale: Focused ROK Army of Noncommissioned Officer
Authors:   Korean Academy of Leadership, Lee Byong-Pil , Cho Yoon-Hyung
Published: October 2024

This study of purpose was conducted to examine the effects of shared leadership on team performance(self-evaluation, external evaluation) and team combat morale among noncommissioned officer. Also examined the mediating effect of team identification and the moderating effect of job calling on the relationship between those variables. Team performance was divided into self-evaluation and external evaluation. The research hypotheses of direct effect, mediate effect, moderate effect, and moderated mediate effect were set to clarify the research purpose, and the research hypotheses were tested through questionnaires. The questionnaire was collected 1,164 cadets and entry-level trainees, 172 teams(squads), who were enrolled in the noncommissioned officer academy, and measured shared leadership, team identification, and job calling at the time of enrollment. Measured team performance (self-evaluation, external evaluation) and team combat morale at the time of exit because of to solve the common method bias. This study was analyzed at the team level, and the rwg, ICC(1), and ICC(2) were checked to analyze the aggregation of individual to the team level. The results are as follows. First, shared leadership had a significant positive effect on team performance(self-evaluation) and team combat morale, but not on team performance(external evaluation). Second, shared leadership had a significant positive effect on team identification. Third, team identification mediated the relationship between shared leadership and team performance(self-evaluation, external evaluation), team combat morale. Fourth, job calling positively moderated the relationship between shared leadership and team identification. Finally, there was a conditional indirect effect, which is the mediating effect of team identification are moderated by job calling, on the relationship between shared leadership and team performance(self-evaluation, external evaluation) and team combat morale. This research of implication is that it confirms that shared leadership is a necessary leadership style for professional soldiers and shows that shared leadership are critical antecedent of team performance as well as team combat morale. Also we shows that team identification mediates the relationship between shared leadership and team performance, suggesting that shared leadership can only lead to positive outcomes if one identifies with the team. Finally, this study demonstrates the importance of having a job calling to one's job as a professional soldier.
The Impact of Leader's Psychological Entitlement on Subordinate's Task Performance: Mediating Effect of Relational Energy and Moderating Effect of Core Self-Evaluation
Authors:   Korean Academy of Leadership, Yang Jae Jung , Kim Heon , Son Seung Yeon
Published: October 2024

This study aimed to investigate the impact of a leader's psychological entitlement, a trait known for its negative characteristics, on the task performance of subordinates. Accordingly, this study has three purposes. First, it is to find out the relationship between psychological entitlement and relational energy. Second, it is to identify the underlying mechanisms in the relationship between psychological entitlement and task performance. Specifically, I assumed that decreased relational energy due to psychological entitlement would negatively influence their task performance. Third, in this relationship, the moderating and moderated mediating effects of subordinate’s core self-evaluation are examined.
The data was collected by forming leader-subordinate pairs, targeting officers and non-commissioned officers serving in the Army. The data was collected through both face-to-face and remote(online) surveys. Based on 177 pairs of data collected over three rounds, the hypothesis was verified through hierarchical regression analysis using SPSS 25.0 and SPSS Macro. As a result of the analysis, it was found that the psychological entitlement had a negative relationship with relational energy, whereas relational energy positive relationship with task performance. As a result of indirect effect test, it was found that psychological entitlement negatively affects task performance through relational energy. In the case of moderating effect, it was confirmed that the negative relationship between psychological entitlement and relational energy was strengthened as the core self-evaluation was high, and the indirect effect of psychological on task performance through relational energy also strengthened as the core self-evaluation was high.
This study contributes to the extension of relevant research by examining the negative impact of leader‘s psychological entitlement on the relational energy and task performance of subordinates, empirically demonstrating the moderating effect of core self-evaluation. Additionally, it provides insights into the negative effects of psychological entitlement and organizational implications for preventing and minimizing these effects. Finally, the study discusses its limitations and suggests directions for future research.
A Review of Randomized Controlled Clinical Trials on the Effects of PC6 Stimulation on Blood Pressure - Focusing on Domestic Studies and PubMed
Authors: Kim Chae-eun , Baek Kyung-min
Published: October 2024

Objectives: This study reviewed randomized controlled trials (RCTs) investigating the effects of Neiguan (PC6) stimulation on blood pressure and suggests a better research process.Methods: We searched for RCTs for effects of Neiguan (PC6) stimulations on blood pressure published until July 2024 using six databases (PubMed, Oriental Medicine Advanced Searching Integrated System (OASIS), Korea Citation Index (KCI), Research Information Service System (RISS), Korean Studies Information Service System (KISS), and Science ON). In total, eight RCTs that met all the inclusion criteria were selected.Results: All the selected studies showed significant effects of Neiguan (PC6) stimulation on blood pressure. In most studies, Neiguan (PC6) stimulation was effective in stabilizing blood pressure and improving various indicators related to blood pressure.Conclusion: Neiguan (PC6) stimulation is an effective treatment for stabilizing blood pressure. However, the selected RCTs were short-term studies and had small number of subjects; so, long-term and large-scale studies are needed.
Crónica: IV Encuentro de Institutos de Derecho Romano de la República Argentina. Tema: “Fuentes de las obligaciones en el Derecho Romano y su proyección a la actualidad”
Authors: Filippi María Cristina
Published: October 2024

Crónica del evento académico fue realizado los días Viernes 18 y Sábado 19 de Agosto de 2023. Se celebró de manera híbrida, y fue el cuarto Encuentro de Institutos de Derecho  Romano organizado por el Instituto de Derecho Romano “Dr. Agustín Díaz Bialet” de la Facultad de Derecho y Ciencias Sociales de la Universidad Católica de Córdoba.
Limited evidence for the influence of the physical structure and floristics of habitat on a boreal forest bird community
Authors: Ethier Jeffrey , Wilson David
Published: October 2024

Studies conducted at regional and continental scales show that avian richness, community composition, and abundance are associated with variation in the vegetation physical structure and community composition (floristics) within broad habitat types. The relative contributions of physical structure and floristics are contested, and relationships are often taxon-specific. We used 110 microphone arrays deployed across 90 sampling locations and two breeding seasons to survey an avian community in the boreal forest in Labrador, Canada. Our objectives were (1) to describe the avian community of an underrepresented portion of the boreal forest, (2) to estimate the relationships between avian species richness and habitat characteristics, (3) to estimate if species detection at a given location was related to local habitat characteristics, and (4) to investigate the spatial and temporal patterns of the avian community composition. We detected 32 species at our sampling locations; physical structure and floristics were not related to avian species richness, although estimates of richness were higher on warmer days and lower on windier days. Habitat characteristics were associated with the detection of Boreal Chickadee (Poecile hudsonicus), Yellow-rumped Warbler (Setophaga coronata), American Robin (Turdus migratorius), and Black-throated Green Warbler (Setophaga virens). Finally, avian community composition was only moderately consistent among three categorical forest types and between audio sampling periods in two consecutive breeding seasons. Overall, we show that the structural and floristic traits measured at our study site are not related to the detection of most avian species or to species richness.
TRENDS IN CONSUMPTION OF MILK AND DAIRY PRODUCTS IN SLOVAKIA AFTER EU ACCESSION
Authors: Dobák Dušan , Kádeková Zdenka , Kubicova Lubica
Published: October 2024

In the paper are evaluated changes and development in consumption of milk and dairy products in recent years from accession of Slovakia to the European Union in 2004. Consumption of milk and dairy products in Slovakia lags far behind countries of the former EU-15. Consumption of these products in the value milk free butter was 158.6 kg in 2012. Compared with ODP, dairy consumption 220 kg in 2012 was of 61.4 kg less and considering its importance is nutritionally unfavorable. Particularly unfavorable was consumption of drinking milk, which ensured recommended amount of food only at 60%. Only the consumption of cheese and curd was at the level of given recommended amount 10.1 kg.
Wykorzystanie teorii interesariuszy w procesie kształtowania strategii marketingowej organizacji sportowych
Authors: Waśkowski Zygmunt
Published: October 2024

Masowe imprezy sportowe traktowane jako produkt, z uwagi na swoją cykliczność, a nie ciągłość oferowania, wymagają innego sposobu zarządzania i wsparcia marketingowego. Mimo to podstawowe założenia teorii interesariuszy, a także koncepcja marketingu relacyjnego mogą być z powodzeniem wykorzystywane przez organizacje sportowe. Niezależnie od ich specyfiki oraz dualnego charakteru działania identyfikacja, a także analiza interesariuszy pozwalają lepiej przygotować ofertę w postaci planowanej imprezy sportowej, tak aby optymalizować jej wartość rynkową dla różnych grup odbiorców. Przykładem empirycznym, w których zaprezentowano wykorzystanie teorii interesariuszy w organizacji sportowej są Poznańskie Ośrodki Sportu i Rekreacji, które bazując na ww. teorii organizują jeden z największych w Polsce bieg maratoński.
Relacje między strategią marketingową a strategią finansowania
Authors: Grzegorczyk Wojciech
Published: October 2024

We współczesnych publikacjach z zakresu marketingu niezwykle rzadko możemy spotkać się z rozważaniami dotyczącymi zależności między strategią marketingową a innymi strategiami funkcjonalnymi. W szczególności odnosi się to do relacji między strategią marketingową a strategia finansowania. Zarówno w literaturze marketingu, jak i literaturze finansów problemy te są omawiane w całkowitej odrębności. W praktyce działania przedsiębiorstw nie jest jednak możliwe przygotowanie strategii marketingowej bez wskazania wielkości środków finansowych niezbędnych do realizacji celów marketingowych, ich źródeł i narzędzi. Zależności między w/w strategiami pojawiają się w trakcie przygotowania działań marketingowych, ich realizacji i oceny ich efektów. Należy także wskazać na zależności między marketingiem a rachunkowością zarządczą, które pojawiają się szczególnie przy konstruowaniu strategii marketingowej i ocenie jej efektów. Celem prezentowanego artykułu jest ustalenie przedmiotu zależności między marketingiem i finansami w przedsiębiorstwie oraz wskazanie na relacje między marketingiem a rachunkowością zarządczą, szczególnie w świetle publikacji z zakresu rachunkowości zarządczej. Rozważania przedstawione w artykule są efektem badań literaturowych, opartych na literaturze krajowej i zagranicznej z marketingu i rachunkowości zarządczej/controllingu.
Społeczna odpowiedzialność biznesu jako czynnik ograniczający rozwój przedsiębiorstwa
Authors: Cyran Kazimierz , Dybka Sławomir
Published: October 2024

Społeczna odpowiedzialność biznesu zakłada prowadzenie biznesu z uwzględnieniem społecznych, etycznych i ekologicznych aspektów działalności gospodarczej. CSR to taki sposób prowadzenia firmy, w którym celem priorytetowym jest osiągnięcie równowagi między jej efektywnością i dochodowością a interesem społecznym. Liczne publikacje z zakresu zarządzania koncentrują się wokół korzyści wdrażania CSR. Celem artykułu było przedstawienie koncepcji społecznej odpowiedzialności biznesu z perspektywy jej negatywnych efektów, będących jednocześnie czynnikami ograniczającymi jej wdrożenie. Artykuł w części teoretycznej odnosi się do samej koncepcji społecznej odpowiedzialności biznesu zaś w części empirycznej do jej oceny dokonanej przez przedsiębiorców. Badanie z wykorzystaniem standaryzowanego kwestionariusza ankiety zostało przeprowadzone w IV kwartale 2014 w grupie 100 przedsiębiorstw funkcjonujących na obszarze woj. podkarpackiego. Zastosowano losowy dobór próby wykorzystując rejestr REGON, stosując kryterium skali działalności podmiotu – zatrudnienie mniej niż 250 osób. Założenia strategii społecznej odpowiedzialności biznesu realizuje niewiele ponad 1/3 badanych firm. Społeczna odpowiedzialność biznesu najczęściej utożsamiana jest z narzędziami marketingowymi służącymi budowaniu pozytywnego wizerunku firmy. Wyniki przeprowadzonych badań uzasadniają tezę głoszącą, że jeżeli celem funkcjonowania przedsiębiorstwa jest chęć osiągnięcia zysku, a metody gospodarowania mają prowadzić do maksymalizacji tego efektu, to reguły społecznej odpowiedzialności biznesu mogą ograniczać maksymalizację wyników finansowych.
Współczesne strategie marketingowe realne i wirtualne – aspekty teoretyczne i praktyczne
Authors: Golik-Górecka Grażyna
Published: October 2024

Na tle analizy bardzo istotnych wyników badań z Raportu Strategie marketingowe 2014 przedstawiono klasyfikację współczesnych strategii tak realnych i wirtualnych ujętych m.in. w rozszerzonej macierzy Ansoffa, czy też w proponowanych w postaci trzech obowiązujących reguł. Rozważania teoretyczne dały możliwość identyfikacji strategii w zaprezentowanym studium przypadku – przedsiębiorstwa X. Analiza studium przypadku firmy X pozwoliła dokonać próbnej diagnozy efektów realizacji strategii, dokonać analizy kluczowych wyników oraz wskazać możliwości rozwoju wirtualnych strategii, które wzmocnią pozycję konkurencyjną firmy.
REGIONAL DIVERSIFICATION IN FINANCING RURAL AREA DEVELOPMENT IN POLAND IN THE YEARS 2007-2013
Authors: Gołębiewski Jarosław , Podlińska Olga
Published: October 2024

The article presents diversified use of EU funds on rural areas in Poland by region in the years 2007-2013. The objective of the article is to present and assess diversification in financing development of Polish rural areas within the framework of the Rural Development Program for the years 2007-2013. The majority of funds has been provided for implementing the activities from the Axis 1, however, the activities from the Axis 2 have been observed as the most popular among beneficiaries. The most resources from RDP 2007-2013 have been provided for the following provinces: mazowieckie, wielkopolskie and lubelskie, whereas the lowest level of resources has been provided for such provinces as: opolskie, lubuskie and śląskie.
THE ACTIVITY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT IN FOSTERING THE DEVELOPMENT OF TOURIST BRAND PRODUCTS OF NATURAL VALUABLE AREAS OF THE LUBLIN VOIVODESHIP
Authors: Guzal-Dec Danuta
Published: October 2024

The aim of this study was to identify the importance of branded tourism products as a factor in the development of communes located in natural valuable areas of the Lublin voivodeship, and to evaluate the activity of municipal authorities in preparing conditions for the creation of branded tourist products. Branding is expensive, so shaping brand products should involve many stakeholders, including the government. Environment in which communes operate makes it hard to imagine managing them without branding. Lack of recognition of various areas of the region is a factor slowing down the development of tourism, but it creates an opportunity of creating brands in line with the expectations of the authorities and residents. In the study diagnostic survey with a questionnaire interview was used. Research material comprised 30 questionnaires, interviews with the mayor. It has been shown that, within the surveyed communes, great natural and cultural values are little used by the local community as lucrative tourist branded products. Nonetheless, there were positive changes, taking up comprehensive coherent marketing activities.
MARKETING PROMOTION OF INNOVATIVE ACTIVITIES – THE EXAMPLE OF THE RENEWABLE ENERGY RESOURCES SECTOR (RES) IN THE LUBLIN REGION
Authors: Rzemieniak Magdalena
Published: October 2024

The development of the Lubelskie Province should be focused on strategic fields of economy of Poland and the Province. The entrepreneurship growth among the Lubelskie Province citizens may stimulate the mainspring of development1. The rational usage of energy from the so called renewable sources, i.e. river, wind, solar rays, geothermal energy and biomass, is one of the vital components of sustainable development and brings measurable ecological and energy effects. The growing participation of the RES in the world energy and fuel balance contributes to the usage and saving efficiency of energy resources. It also improves the condition of the environment through reducing the emission of pollution to waters and atmosphere and reducing the amount of produced waste. The Province development strategy should include the development of the production from the renewable sources, the usage of regional energy sources, the promotion of ecoenergy among the end-users and the development of research and implementation activity. These activities require conscious, purposeful and professional promotional actions aimed at diversified target groups and stakeholders. The aim of this article is to show the impact of promotional activities on the development of the sector of Renewable Energy Sources (RES), as well as an in-depth analysis and review of the available documentation regarding activities that promote the RES sector. This work puts forward the following hypothesis: customized promotional activities are essential for effective development of the RES sector. The research methods used in this study include desk research, carried out on secondary sources (both internal and external), participant observation (as an expert of the Lublin City Office and the Marshal’s Office of the Lubelskie Province in Lublin) and non-participant observation. The research was carried out between January and June 2015.
SUSTAINABLE MARKETING AS A FACTOR OF INNOVATION GROWTH IN SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED ENTERPRISES
Authors: Zajkowska Monika
Published: October 2024

Innovation is nowadays a key for companies to stay competitive and to successfully compete in changing markets and environments. One increasingly important driver for innovation can be sustainable marketing, a concept which aims to integrate ecological, social and economic dimensions into conventional management. Especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are under growing pressure to offer more ecological, cleaner, safer alternatives to existing products. The change in the approach to create new products and services, how to create, deliver and communicate the companys offer or the principles of co-operation with suppliers and customers are the basis for the increase in the level of innovation and minimize the adverse impact of business activities on society. Sustainable marketing is closely linked to the development of innovation and in this context affects economic development. Thus, the role of marketing is becoming increasingly, on the one hand, the development of consumer behavior towards the principles of sustainable development, on the other hand, the use of the opportunities for creating new innovative solutions in the enterprise.
Soybean oil pyrolysis in a continuous bench-scale reactor for light olefin production
Authors: Wiggers Vinicyus , de Souza , Wienhage Gabriel , Porto Tuanne , Barros António , Chiarello Luana
Published: October 2024

This study investigated the gas yield and its composition in different
operation temperatures, giving special attention to light olefin production
and oxygen content in soybean oil pyrolysis. The experiments were conducted
in a continuous bench-scale reactor at steady state and isothermal
conditions. Temperatures ranged from 500 to 600 ?C with constant feeding
mass flow. The resulting bio-oil exhibited high acid and iodine indices, as
expected. Biogas samples were collected and submitted to gas chromatography
to determine the chemical composition. The results revealed that ethene and
propene formation are intensified with temperature, reaching more than 30%
values in the gas phase. Additionally, higher temperatures led to increased
oxygen removal from the triglyceride.
Long-term Nerve Regeneration in Diabetic Keratopathy Mediated by a Novel NGF Delivery System
Authors: Cong Lin , Qi Benxiang , Chen Shijiu , Liu Ruiling , Li Suxia , Zhou Qingjun , Cao Yihai , Zhang Bi Ning , Xie Lixin
Published: October 2024

Diabetic keratopathy (DK) is a common chronic metabolic disorder that causes ocular surface complications. Among various therapeutic approaches, local delivery of nerve growth factor (NGF) remains the most effective treatment of DK. However, achieving a sustained therapeutic effect with NGF and the frequent drug delivery burden remain challenging during clinical practice. Here, we developed a novel adeno-associated virus (AAV)-based NGF delivery system that achieved 1-year-long-lasting effects by a single injection. We refined the corneal stromal injection technique, resulting in reduced corneal edema and improved AAV distribution homogeneity. AAV serotype AAV.rh10 exhibited high tropism and specificity to corneal nerves. A dose of 2 × 109 vector genomes was determined to achieve efficient Ngf gene expression without inducing corneal immune responses. Moreover, NGF protein was highly expressed in trigeminal ganglion through a retrograde transport mechanism, indicating the capacity for repairing corneal nerve damage at both the root and corneal nerve endings. In a mouse DK model, a single injection of AAV-Ngf into the corneal stroma led to marked corneal nerve regeneration for over 5 months. Together, we provide a novel therapeutic paradigm for long-term effective treatment of DK, and this therapeutic approach is superior to current DK therapies.

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Emerging Concepts and Success Stories in Type 1 Diabetes Research: A Road Map for a Bright Future
Authors: Mallone Roberto , Sims Emily , Achenbach Peter , Mathieu Chantal , Pugliese Alberto , Atkinson Mark , Dutta Sanjoy , Evans-Molina Carmella , Klatzmann David , Koralova Anne , Long S. Alice , Overbergh Lut , Rodriguez-Calvo Teresa , Ziegler Anette-Gabriele , You Sylvaine
Published: October 2024

Type 1 diabetes treatment stands at a crucial and exciting crossroad since the 2022 U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval of teplizumab to delay disease development. In this article, we discuss four major conceptual and practical issues that emerged as key to further advancement in type 1 diabetes research and therapies. First, collaborative networks leveraging the synergy between the type 1 diabetes research and care community members are key to fostering innovation, know-how, and translation into the clinical arena worldwide. Second, recent clinical trials in presymptomatic stage 2 and recent-onset stage 3 disease have shown the promise, and potential pitfalls, of using immunomodulatory and/or β-cell protective agents to achieve sustained remission or prevention. Third, the increasingly appreciated heterogeneity of clinical, immunological, and metabolic phenotypes and disease trajectories is of critical importance to advance the decision-making process for tailored type 1 diabetes care and therapy. Fourth, the clinical benefits of early diagnosis of β-cell autoimmunity warrant consideration of general population screening for islet autoantibodies, which requires further efforts to address the technical, organizational, and ethical challenges inherent to a sustainable program. Efforts are underway to integrate these four concepts into the future directions of type 1 diabetes research and therapy.

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N6-Methyladenosine demethylase FTO controlsmacrophage homeostasis in diabetic vasculopathy
Authors: Feng Siguo , Zhang Qiuyang , Liu Qing , Huang Chang , Zhang Huiying , Wang Fengsheng , Zhu Yue , Jian Qizhi , Chen Xue , Jiang Qin , Yan Biao
Published: October 2024

Abstract

Diabetic vasculopathy, encompassing complications such as diabetic retinopathy, represents a significant source of morbidity, with inflammation playing a pivotal role in the progression of these complications. This study investigates the influence of m6A modification and the m6A demethylase FTO on macrophage polarization and its subsequent effects on diabetic microvasculopathy. We found that diabetes induces a shift in macrophage polarization towards a pro-inflammatory M1 phenotype, which is associated with a reduction in m6A modification levels. Notably, FTO emerges as a critical regulator of m6A under diabetic conditions. In vitro experiments reveal that FTO not only modulates macrophage polarization but also mediates their interactions with vascular endothelial cells. In vivo experiments demonstrate that FTO deficiency exacerbates retinal inflammation and microvascular dysfunction in diabetic retinas. Mechanistically, FTO stabilizes mRNA through an m6A-YTHDF2-dependent pathway, thereby activating the PI3K/AKT signaling cascade. Collectively, these findings position FTO as a promising therapeutic target for the management of diabetic vascular complications.

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 FTO is a key regulator for decreased m6A modification in diabetes-induced macrophage polarization.

 FTO not only modulates macrophage polarization but also mediates their interactions with vascular endothelial cells.

 FTO deficiency exacerbates retinal inflammation and microvascular dysfunction in diabetic retinas.

 FTO stabilizes mRNA through an m6A-YTHDF2-dependent pathway, thereby activating the PI3K/AKT signaling cascade.
Haemorrhagic Bullous Wound Changes After a Knee Joint Replacement: A Quiz
Authors: Weiss Lina , Madanchi Matiar , Muehleisen Beda
Published: October 2024

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Abstracts from 14th Georg Rajka International Symposium on Atopic Dermatitis
Authors: Listed No authors
Published: October 2024

Abstracts from 14th Georg Rajka International Symposium on Atopic Dermatitis
Doha, Qatar
October 24–26, 2024
TESTING A TELEGRAM BOT DESIGNED TO ASSESS THE SUBJECTIVE WELL-BEING AND QUALITY OF LIFE OF CITIZENS INCLUDED IN THE LONG-TERM CARE SYSTEM
Authors:   Ryazan State Medical University, Oskin D. N. , Larina M. O. ,   Ryazan State Medical University, Stroilova N. V. ,   Ryazan State Medical University, Varnavsky A. N. ,   National Research University Higher School of Economics
Published: October 2024

This article proposes a framework for strengthening the use of online questionnaires in social work that measure subjective well-being and quality of life through the use of a Telegram bot, a mini-program within the Telegram messenger. An important aspect of using a Telegram bot is the ability to automate data collection, which significantly saves time for both participants and researchers. The bot can send reminders to complete the surveys at any time, which helps to increase involvement and provides professionals with timely information about subjective well-being and quality of life. This is especially important in the context of long-term care, where well-established feedback can help identify problems at an early stage and adjust the approach to individual care. The purpose of the study is to assess the level of satisfaction with the Telegram bot @SocialNursingBot by citizens included in the long-term care system. To assess satisfaction, the System Usability Scale analysis method was used a standard tool widely used in user experience research. The study is based on the need to improve the accessibility and convenience of conducting surveys. Using a Telegram bot significantly simplifies this process, permitting to receive feedback in real time. The bot's interface is intuitive, which promotes active user participation and reduces the barrier to obtaining information.
SOSIALISASI GASTRODIPLOMASI JAWA BARAT DALAM MENINGKATKAN EKONOMI PEKERJA MIGRAN INDONESIA (PMI) DI MALAYSIA
Authors: Primawanti Henike , Puspitawati Lilis , Putri Sylvia Octa , Arifin Muhammad , Berkahi Alrezqio Meykhara Aqbel
Published: October 2024

Kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk mengenalkan kuliner khas Jawa Barat kepada para anak Pekerja Migran Indonesia (PMI) di Malaysia yang ada di Sanggar Belajar Indonesia di Malaysia. Program ini tidak hanya mempromosikan kuliner Jawa Barat tetapi juga meningkatkan pemahaman kepada anak-anak PMI di Malaysia mengenai warisan budaya daerah sebagai bentuk promosi budaya kuliner Jawa Barat. Program ini dilaksanakan dengan metode pendidikan masyarakat baik secara online maupun offline. Teknik penyampaian program ini yaitu melalui sosialisasi, permainan, dan kuis interaktif. Program ini berhasil menciptakan suasana belajar yang menyenangkan sekaligus mendidik. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan bahwa gastrodiplomasi dapat menjadi alat yang efektif untuk mempererat hubungan budaya, meningkatkan kesejahteraan komunitas PMI, dan membuka peluang ekonomi melalui pengetahuan yang diperoleh para peserta program. Kegiatan ini juga berhasil menggugah pentingnya dukungan berkelanjutan untuk mengatasi tantangan seperti keterbatasan akses pendidikan formal dan status hukum yang tidak diakui yang masih dihadapi oleh anak-anak PMI. Program ini memberikan kontribusi positif terhadap hubungan bilateral Indonesia-Malaysia dan menunjukkan potensi besar dalam pengembangan ekonomi kreatif di kalangan komunitas PMI sebagai aktor diaspora yang dapat menjadi instrumen bagi aktor daerah di Indonesia.
Teachers' Perceptions of the Management of the Independent Learning Curriculum at State Vocational School in Koto Tangah Padang District
Authors: Zulendra Shinta
Published: October 2024

This study discusses teachers' perceptions of the management of the independent learning curriculum at the State Vocational School in Koto Tangah Padang District. The purpose of this study is to find out how well teachers perceive the management of the independent learning curriculum in Koto Tangah Padang State Vocational Schools in Koto Tangah Padang District from learning planning, learning implementation, learning assessment and learning follow-up. This type of research is descriptive research. The number of samples in this study is all teachers in the State Vocational School in Koto Tangah Padang District, which totals 79 people. The variable of this study is the management of the independent learning curriculum. Based on the results of the study that: First, the learning planning with an average score of 4.20 shows that the management of the independent learning curriculum at State Vocational Schools in Koto Tangah Padang District in the aspect of learning planning is in the good category. Second, the implementation of learning obtained an average score of 4.11 that the management of the independent learning curriculum at SMK Negeri in Koto Tangah Padang District in terms of learning implementation is in the good category. Third, the average learning assessment score of 4.21 shows that the management of the independent learning curriculum at SMK Negeri in Koto Tangah Padang District is in the good category. Fourth, the follow-up learning has an average score of 4.11, indicating that the management of the independent learning curriculum at the State Vocational School in Koto Tangah Padang District is in the good category. So that teachers' perception of the management of the Independent Learning Curriculum in State Vocational Schools in Koto Tangah Padang District with an average score of 4.15 is in the good category. This shows that the management of the independent learning curriculum based on learning planning, learning implementation, learning assessment, and learning follow-up is very good.
DEVELOPMENT OF COLLABORATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING-BASED LEARNING TOOLS TO IMPROVE MATHEMATICAL ADAPTIVE REASONING SKILLS
Authors: Nurhayati Nunu , Kusumah Yaya Sukjaya , Juandi Dadang
Published: October 2024

Students' ability to solve mathematical adaptive reasoning problems is still relatively low. As a result, students have difficulty in solving mathematical adaptive reasoning problems. The cause of the low mathematical adaptive reasoning ability of students is the lack of learning tools that facilitate mathematical adaptive reasoning ability. Therefore, a Collaborative Problem Solving-based tool was developed that can stimulate an active learning process, motivate students and improve mathematical adaptive reasoning skills. This research is a development research using the Plomp development model. The products developed are lesson plans and worksheets based on Collaborative Problem Solving for class VIII junior high school statistics material. The purpose of this research is to produce Collaborative Problem Solving-based tools that are valid, practical, and effective on the mathematical adaptive reasoning skills of grade VIII junior high school students. The results showed that the learning tools in the form of lesson plans and LKS based on Collaborative Problem Solving for students in grade VIII junior high school were valid, practical, and effective. The results of the validation of the learning tools developed are very valid, adjusting 5 indicators of mathematical adaptive reasoning skills seen from the aspects of making conjectures, providing reasons for the answers given, drawing conclusions from a statement, checking the validity of an argument, and finding patterns from a mathematical problem. The results of the practicality of learning devices are very practical in terms of ease of use, suitability of time allocation, attractiveness and usefulness. Furthermore, it is said to be effective because it has an impact on students' mathematical adaptive reasoning ability of 82.70% with a very good category.