bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Adverse Contagion? Populist Radical Right Parties and Norms on Gender Balance in Political Institutions
Authors: Erikson Josefina , Josefsson Cecilia
Published: May 2024

How do male-dominated populist radical right (PRR) parties relate to and influence norms around women’s political inclusion and leadership in mainstream political parties? While research has focused on describing the male dominance of PRR parties or its influence on mainstream political parties’ policies, particularly immigration, we know less about how PRR parties relate to norms on women’s inclusion or gender-balanced representation in mainstream parties. In a theory-building effort, we posit that PRR parties may seek to (a) adapt to mainstream parties’ norms and include more women in leading positions (positive contagion) or (b) negatively affect or even challenge norms around women’s inclusion in mainstream parties (adverse contagion). Seeking to theorize this relationship further, we explore leadership selection in the Swedish Parliament, where gender balance constitutes a strong norm. Yet, following the 2022 elections, the proportion of women parliamentary leaders dipped below 30% for the first time in decades. At the same time, the Sweden Democrats, a male-dominated PRR party, emerged as the second-largest party in Parliament. Drawing on interviews with nomination committees, party documents, and data on leadership, we empirically investigate continuity and change in committee leadership appointments in the Swedish Parliament and the role of the radical right in this process. We do not find signs of adverse contagion in the short run: as of 2023, norms promoting gender balance appear to remain robust and enjoy widespread support among mainstream parties. Yet, neither do we find signs of positive contagion where the radical right adapts to mainstream norms around gender balance.
Autocratic Genderwashing: Gender‐Equality Reforms in Serbia
Authors: Lončar Jelena
Published: May 2024

While gender equality is usually linked with democracy, autocratic regimes frequently take the lead in such reforms. Focusing on the case of Serbia, this article demonstrates how gender equality reforms can be used as instruments of autocratic regimes. As electoral autocracies nowadays depend on international legitimation and support, they need to present a democratic image to the international audience. Very often they achieve this by introducing gender-sensitive policies and increasing the public visibility of women. This study shows that the democratic backsliding evidenced in Serbia since 2016 has been followed by increased attention to gender equality. In recent years, the Serbian parliament has increased the gender quota for national and local parliaments to 40% and passed several important pieces of legislation, including the Law on Prevention of Domestic Violence (2016) and the Gender Equality Law (2021). Additionally, the regime has appointed a record number of women to executive government positions. Since 2017, Serbia has had a lesbian woman serving as a prime minister and the government formed in 2020 was labelled a “women’s government,” with 40% of ministerial positions held by women. This article argues that the regime tends to adopt these democratic reforms while, at the same time, manipulating their meaning to advance a conservative agenda and bolster anti-gender mobilizations. These different—often contradictory—strategies help the regime address a variety of audiences—both international and domestic—and gain their recognition.
Profil proksimat, asam amino, dan asam lemak MPASI dengan bahan baku tepung ikan
Authors: Nurfaidah Nurfaidah , Metusalach Metusalach , Mahendradatta Meta , Sukarno Sukarno , Sufardin Sufardin , Fahrizal Ahmad , Sulfiana Sulfiana
Published: May 2024

Pertumbuhan dan perkembangan anak meningkat pada usia 6-24 bulan. Anak pada usia ini sangat rawan mengalami risiko stunting apabila kebutuhan nutrisinya tidak terpenuhi dengan baik. Asupan nutrisi pendamping, yaitu MP-ASI perlu dioptimalkan untuk tumbuh kembang anak. Daging ikan berpotensi menjadi sumber protein hewani pada MP-ASI. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menentukan karakteristik MP-ASI dengan formulasi penambahan tepung dan albumin ikan mas terhadap komposisi kimia, asam amino, dan asam lemak.  Pembuatan MP-ASI menggunakan metode dry-mixing. Konsentrasi tepung albumin daging ikan mas yang digunakan sebesar 10% dan albumin daging sebesar 5%. Parameter gizi yang diamati adalah komposisi proksimat, asam amino, dan asam lemak. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa komposisi kimia MP-ASI meliputi kadar protein (21,8%), lemak (17,5%), dan karbohidrat (45%). Asam amino essensial dan non essensial tertinggi, yaitu arginin sebesar 14,64% dan lisin sebesar 26,91%. Asam lemak tertinggi pada MP-ASI, yaitu asam linoleat sebesar 68,98% yang sangat diperlukan selama masa tumbuh kembang anak. Formulasi MP-ASI berbasis tepung dan albumin ikan menghasilkan MP-ASI yang sesuai standar kecukupan energi.
Karakteristik fisikokimia kerupuk produk UKM Kabupaten Kutai Kartanegara
Authors: Asikin Andi Noor , Diachanty Seftylia , Rusdin Ilmiani
Published: May 2024

Kerupuk merupakan camilan atau pelengkap makanan utama yang diproduksi dari ikan dan udang. Sumberdaya ikan Kabupaten Kutai Kartanagera yang melimpah memberi peluang usaha bagi UKM untuk membuat olahan kerupuk ikan dan udang. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menentukan karakteristik fisikokimia kerupuk dengan perbedaan bahan baku produksi UKM terbaik berdasarkan SNI. Sampel kerupuk yang diperoleh dari UKM terdiri atas 4 jenis, yaitu kerupuk ikan pipih, kerupuk ikan haruan, kerupuk udang, dan kerupuk ikan bandeng.  Parameter yang dianalisis meliputi proksimat, warna, daya kembang, daya serap minyak, dan higroskopisitas. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perbedaan bahan baku kerupuk berpengaruh nyata (p<0,05) pada semua parameter uji. Komposisi kimia yang dihasilkan yaitu kadar air  9,99-12,91%, protein 6,63-7,90%, lemak 1,49-2,63%, abu 2,93-3,92%, dan karbohidrat 73,90-77,52%. Kerupuk memiliki nilai L* nilai 38,76-49,06, a* 3,39-3,52, b* 14,46-18,74 dan derajat putih 38,76-49,06%. Daya serap minyak 28,32-45,04%, daya kembang 35,26-40,09%, dan higroskopisitas selama 6 jam 4,77-5,70%. Sampel kerupuk udang memenuhi syarat mutu SNI terbaik (Grade II), dibandingkan kerupuk ikan pipih, ikan haruan, dan ikan bandeng (Grade III).
Perceiving Media Change as a Form of Media Literacy: Using a 360-Degree Video to Analyze the Mediatization of Social Life
Authors: Schweiger Moritz , Wimmer Jeffrey
Published: May 2024

This study focuses on the subjective perception of complex mediatization processes. To encourage the study participants to reflect on everyday media practices, a self-produced, interactive 360-degree video was used as a qualitative stimulus to make typical after-work encounters tangible before these were discussed in a group setting. Based on a qualitative evaluation, a total of 20 perceptions illustrate how people perceive media change primarily in communicative actions that are characterized by a change in empathy, which we refer to as communicative avoidance or communicative attention. By applying several dimensions of media literacy, we can conclude that communication actions are perceived from a cognitive, affective, social, and critical-reflective perspective, meaning that people can reflect, justify, and react to communicative actions or draw results from them. It shows that some aspects of media change are more apparent than others and that the level of media literacy determines the extent to which people can perceive mediatization processes.
Specifics of regional recurrences in lateral tissue of the neck after surgical treatment of highly differentiated thyroid cancer
Authors: Gogieva E. Kh. , Romanov I. S. , Bokhyan V. Yu. , Gadzhieva K. R.
Published: May 2024

Introduction: Despite the fact that highly differentiated thyroid cancer is included in the group of malignant neoplasms with a favorable prognosis, data on the high frequency and recurrence of relapses are reported. The presence of metastatic lymph nodes in HDTC increases the risk of regional relapse by up to 27 %. According to the literature, the factors that increase the risk of recurrence are: histological type, stage, depth of extrathyroid invasion, the presence of metastatic lymph nodes, age, and the volume of primary surgical intervention. Lateral neck dissection should be performed in patients with morphologically verified metastatic thyroid cancer, but there is still no clear consensus on the volume of dissection.

   Aim: Assessment of factors affecting the risk of regional recurrence in the lateral neck tissue and the localization of recurrence.

   Materials and methods: The study included 56 patients with HDTC, in whom metastatic lateral neck nodes were identified and verified. All patients previously underwent unilateral or bilateral neck lymph node dissection in various institutions. During the period of dynamic follow-up, these patients revealed regional recurrences in the lateral tissue of the neck. The patients were observed and treated for recurrence at the N. N. Blokhin National Medical Research Center of Oncology of the Ministry of Health of Russia.

   Results: Age over 55 years is a prognostically significant factor affecting the frequency of regional relapse in the lateral neck tissue (p = 0.002). The presence of metastatic nodes in the lateral tissue of the neck at the initial treatment is a prognostically significant factor that increases the risk of regional recurrence in the lateral tissue of the neck (p = 0.017). According to the results of a single-factor analysis, a statistically significant effect of the stage on the risk of regional relapses in the lateral neck tissue was noted (p = 0.014). In 35.7 % of cases, recurrent nodes were localized in the level V.

   Conclusion: Main risk factors for relapse are clinico-morphological, such as age, aggressive type of HDTC, stage of the disease, N1b status after primary surgery, as well as technical defects during primary surgical treatment.
Changes in biomarkers of lipid in juvenile idiopathic arthritis and its association with various disease parameters: a 6-month follow-up study
Authors: Mitra Sonali , Nandi Madhumita , Mahato Saikat , Lahiri Durjoy
Published: May 2024

Background: The objectives of our study were to determine the changes in lipid profile (total cholesterol (TC), triglyceride (TG), high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C), low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C)) in juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) and assess its association with epidemiological and clinical profile of JIA patients.
Methods: This observational study was performed with 46 patients at presentation followed by 38 cases at 3 months and 18 cases at 6 months of follow up. Their demographic profile and clinical parameters including juvenile disease activity score (JADAS 27) were compared with the biomarkers of lipid profile.
Results: The mean (SD) age was 105.85 (20.23) months at first visit with mean (SD) disease duration being 15 (6.4) months. Twenty-six participants had oligoarthritic (56.5%), while the rest had polyarthritis (43.4%). Most of the patients had borderline raised TG and LDL-C (cases with raised TG n=14 (30.4%), 12 (31.5%), 5 (27.7%) at 1st visit, 3 months, and 6 months respectively and LDL-C n=12 (26%), 10 (26.3%), 6 (33.3%) at 1stvisit, 3 months, and 6 months respectively). HDL-C level was low in 36 (78.2%) cases at first visit, 28 cases (73.6%) at 3 months and 12 cases (66.6%) at 6 months respectively. Lipid profile was significantly affected by gender difference, duration of disease and drug therapy (p<0.05). Significant association have been found between JADAS score and TGL level with p value 0.03.
Conclusions: Children with JIA definitely suffer from dyslipidemia. Among the biomarkers of lipid profile, low level of HDL-C is one of the most important highlights of our study. Further studies can help to strengthen the findings and formulate necessary interventions at an early stage.
REPRESENTAÇÕES SOCIAIS DA LUSOFONIA E AS AMBIVALÊNCIAS DA LÍNGUA PORTUGUESA
Authors: Merçon Aline Bazzarella , De Lemos Martins Moisés , José dos Santos Kleber
Published: May 2024

Ancorado na área dos Estudos Culturais, o presente artigo teve como objetivo principal identificar as Representações Sociais da Lusofonia por estudantes brasileiros e portugueses, regularmente matriculados nas Universidades de Aveiro, Coimbra e Minho (Portugal). Nesse sentido, apresenta-se um recorte de parte da tese de doutorado intitulada: “Lusofonia e Identidade: Representações sociais recíprocas dos universitários brasileiros e portugueses” (2020), expondo, além de fundamentos teóricos, uma abordagem metodológica qualitativa através da análise de conteúdo do grupo focal. O que possibilitou uma reflexão crítica e discussão sobre a língua portuguesa, a interculturalidade, a diversidade e as identidades na era da globalização. Ao mesmo tempo, também foram analisadas as potencialidades e dificuldades de natureza sociocultural que permeiam as inter-relações desses alunos no contexto lusófono.
LIÇÕES PARA A SAÚDE MENTAL E ESPIRITUAL EM TEMPOS DA COVID-19: ENTREVISTA COM MAYSE BRAGA
Authors: Hott Márden Cardoso Miranda
Published: May 2024

Entrevista realizada com a médium e palestrante Espírita, Mayse Braga, que versa sobre os nuances da Covid-19 no que tange às questões humanísticas relacionadas à Saúde Mental e Espiritual da comunidade. São abordados temas que ganharam enfoque especial no cenário pandêmico, tais como: as mortes coletivas, as profetizações, o livre-arbítrio, a transição planetária, os ritos de passagem, o luto e o “novo normal”.
Hospitals, Maternal and Infant Health: Impact of the Opening of Public Hospitals in Mexico
Authors: Ramos Pastrana Julio Alberto , Fajnzylber Reyes Eduardo , Bauhoff Sebastian
Published: May 2024

We examine the impact of public hospitals openings in Mexico on maternal and infant mortality. Using administrative data from the period 2001 to 2019 and taking advantage of the variation in the timing of the opening of public hospitals across Mexican municipalities, we estimate a staggered difference-in-differences model using the Callaway and SantAnna (2021) estimator. In doing so, we compare municipalities where a public hospital started to operate against municipalities without a hospital in operation, before and after the opening. Preliminary results show that openings substantially reduced maternal mortality rate (24 maternal deaths per 100,000 births, which amounts to a 40% decrease) and infant mortality rate (192 infant deaths per 100,000 births, which amounts to a 14% decrease). We provide evidence that the decrease in maternal and infant mortality is driven by an increase in institutional deliveries. In addition, we show heterogeneity by the type of hospital and the existence of previous medical infrastructure. In particular, the effect is driven by the opening of level II hospitals, and the opening of the first hospital in a municipality. This research closes a gap in our understanding of the health effects of expanding healthcare infrastructure in the developing world.
Örnekleme Yöntemi Mısır Tohumlarından İzole Edilen DNA Miktarı ve Kalitesini Nasıl Etkiler?
Authors: Kahrıman Fatih , Songur Umut , Alaca Yıldırım Ezgi , Egesel Cem Ömer
Published: May 2024

DNA izolasyonu, moleküler analizler için temel adımlardan biridir. Bu adımda elde edilen DNA'nın miktarı ve saflığı, moleküler analiz içeren çalışmalarda önemlidir. Mısır genetik çalışmalarından elde edilen sonuçlar, tohumun endosperm kısmından alınan doku örnekleri üzerinde moleküler analizler yapılabileceğini ve güvenilir sonuçlar alınabileceğini ortaya koymuştur. Ancak, açıkta tozlanma nedeniyle yüksek oranda genetik çeşitlilik gösteren mısır popülasyonları için tohum örneklemesinin sayısı ve yöntemi konusunda hala farklı öneriler bulunmaktadır. Bu çalışmanın amacı i) tohum dokusu örneklerinden izole edilen DNA miktarını ve kalitesini örnek sayısına bağlı olarak karşılaştırmak ve ii) örneklenen tohumlardaki canlılık durumunu belirlemektir. Çalışmada 11 yerel mısır genotipi ve 2 standart hat (B73 ve Mo17) tohum materyali olarak kullanmıştır. Genotiplere ait 30’ar adet tohum örneğinin endosperm kısmından ayrı ayrı kesilerek alınan (çipleme) parçalar ile tekli, 10’lu, 20’li ve 30’lu olmak üzere 4 alt örnek grubu oluşturulmuştur. Bu örnekler üzerinde CTAB metodu kullanılarak DNA izolasyonu yapılmıştır. Örneklerin DNA içeriği ve saflıkları Nano-Drop cihazı kullanılarak belirlenmiştir. Araştırma bulgularına göre, örneklerin DNA miktarları 2,2 ng ile 1243 ng arasında değişmiştir. Saflık değerleri ise 1,41 ile 2,03 arasında (A260/A280) değişmiştir. Tek tohum örneklerinden elde edilen DNA saflığı diğer gruplardan daha düşük olmasına rağmen, bir araya getirilmiş örneklerde DNA saflığı benzerlik göstermiştir. Örneklenen tohumların çimlenme oranları %55 ile %100 arasında değişmiştir. Bu örnekleme yönteminin küçük tohumlu popülasyonlarda risk taşıyabileceği belirlenmiştir. Çalışmadan elde edilen DNA örnekleri, SSR primerleri kullanılarak genetik benzerlik analizlerine tabi tutulacak ve elde edilen sonuçlar bu alanda çalışan araştırmacılarla paylaşılacaktır.
The relationship between preoperative hemoglobin, albumin, lymphocyte, and platelet (HALP) score and right colon cancer surgery outcomes: a retrospective cohort study
Authors: Ay Oğuzhan Fatih , Erol Mehmet Fatih , Arıcı Sinan , Karadağ Mehmet
Published: May 2024

Objectives: This study aims to investigate the association between the preoperative Hemoglobin Albumin Lymphocyte Platelet (HALP) score and surgical outcomes in right colon cancer patients.
Methods: This retrospective cohort study included patients undergoing elective right colon adenocarcinoma surgery from January 2017 to June 2023 at Bursa Yuksek Ihtisas Training and Research Hospital. The HALP score, calculated from hemoglobin, albumin, lymphocyte, and platelet levels, aimed to predict perioperative morbidity through receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve analysis.
Results: The study involved 67 patients, mostly male with an average age of 68.28 years, undergoing 46 open and 21 laparoscopic surgeries. Although the HALP score's cutoff value was established, it did not significantly predict perioperative morbidity (P>0.05). However, lower platelet counts (<318×103/L) and open surgery type correlated significantly with higher morbidity (P<0.05).
Conclusions: This study reveals that the HALP score may not effectively predict perioperative morbidity in right colon cancer surgeries, highlighting platelet counts as a more promising marker. Our findings also confirm the increased morbidity associated with open surgeries, challenging existing assumptions and guiding clinical practice.
Beer Game como estrategia de gamificación aplicando Industria 4.0: más que un juego de inventarios
Authors: Aguirre-Álvarez Yenny Alejandra , Patino-Rodríguez Carmen Elena , Maya-Iregui Catalina María , Bolívar-Torres Emmanuel
Published: May 2024

Uno de los grandes retos en los procesos de aprendizaje, es el fortalecer competencias blandas y técnicas en contexto real de la comunidad académica con estrategias vivenciales como la gamificación, que además se alinee con las tendencias tecnológicas de la Industria 4.0. Este artículo propone una adaptación del Beer Game como estrategia de gamificación, usando un modelo de fábrica a escala que simula los procesos logísticos con agregación de valor. En este sentido, se describe y compara el Beer Game tradicional y su versión adaptada a la Planta 4.0 simuladora SCM, para finalmente realizar un análisis de principios, pilares y tecnologías de la Industria 4.0 aplicados en la adaptación aquí propuesta. El principal resultado es la innovación en la articulación del Beer Game como estrategia de gamificación y la aplicación de Industria 4.0 como propuesta de valor para fortalecer los conceptos logísticos en perfiles como el del Ingeniero Industrial.
Qualitative Analysis of 400 Life Stories from Children and Young People Working in the Worst Forms of Child Labour in Nepal
Authors: Bhattarai (B.C.) Kriti , Burns Danny , Cannon Mariah , Hacker Elizabeth , Sharma Ranjama , Bhujel Samjhana , Dawadi Sushmita , Deshar Lazana , Dhakal Utram , Ghimire Raju , Karki Shanta , K.C. Anita , Lamsal Pragya , Luitel Barsha , Malla Sudhir , Mishra Nitish , Thapa Krishna , Timilsina Amit , Rai Arun , Rayamajhi Durlav , Shakya Angeliya , Sharma Kushum , Sherpa Pema , Shrestha Kapil
Published: May 2024

CLARISSA (Child Labour: Action-Research-Innovation in South and South‑Eastern Asia) is a large-scale research programme on the worst forms of child labour. It aims to identify, evidence, and promote effective multi‑stakeholder action to tackle the drivers of the worst forms of child labour in selected supply chains in Nepal and Bangladesh. This paper captures the perspectives of 400 children and young people working in the worst forms of child labour (WFCL) – mostly in the adult entertainment sector in Kathmandu, Nepal – to aid understanding about WFCL and how it can be brought to an end. Underpinning this paper is a thematic qualitative analysis of 400 life stories collected in locations where there is a high prevalence of work in the adult entertainment sector. This paper includes rich detail from those life stories and uncovers the micro-level detail and nuance within themes. The objective of this qualitative analysis was to build a stronger knowledge base on pathways into child labour and children’s lived experiences of child labour. This analysis should be considered as a companion analysis to the participatory collective analysis carried out by children themselves: Life Stories From Kathmandu’s Adult Entertainment Sector: Told and Analysed by Children and Young People.
Porządkowanie stajni Orfeja. Fryderyk Chopin w poezji polskiej wstępnie rozpoznany
Authors: Piaskowski Łukasz
Published: May 2024

Chopin w poezji Ireny Poniatowskiej to książka łącząca walory pracy naukowej, jak i utworu, którego zasadniczym zadaniem jest popularyzacja wiedzy zarówno o samym Fryderyku Chopinie, jak i poezji jego osobie i muzyce poświęcanej. Praca jest rozparcelowana bardzo klarownie: składa się z 5 dużych rozdziałów i licznych podrozdziałów. Pierwszy rozdział ma charakter najbardziej teoretyczny i syntetyczny i jest poświęcony problematyce piękna w poezji i muzyce. Według Poniatowskiej ideę korespondencji sztuk napędza w romantyzmie uczucie oraz dążenie sztuki do wyrażania nieskończoności. W rozdziale drugim omawiane są kwestie związane z recepcją muzyki i osoby Chopina w kulturze polskiej. Poniatowska wyróżnia trzy główne kryteria porządkowania materiału poetyckiego: polskość, żal, doskonałość. Metodologia, na jaką autorka się zdecydowała, to katalogowanie motywów w sposób czysto demonstracyjny; nie zostaje w tej sytuacji uwzględnione kryterium historyczne. Polskość oznacza związanie Chopina z losem Polski. Żal obejmuje z kolei emocje zawarte w sztuce Chopina. Doskonałość to zaś dążenie do ideału wyrazu, do perfekcji warsztatu, do uniwersalizacji indywidualnego języka wypowiedzi. Poniatowska nazywa to zjawisko „syndromem semiotycznym”, wynikającym z trwającej od 170 lat fascynacji muzyką i osobą kompozytora w kulturze polskiej. Najwięcej świeżości wnosi autorka w rozdziale kolejnym, w którym wyróżnia formy muzyczne komponowane przez Chopina stanowiące fundament nawiązań poetyckich. Pojawienie się w poezji polskiej takich gatunków lub quasi-gatunków, jak nokturn, preludium, koncert, mazurek, polonez itd., zawdzięczamy właśnie Chopinowi. Całą książkę kończą dwa rozdziały. Jeden poświęcony jest utworom poetyckim uświęcającym miejsca pobytu Chopina. Ostatni rozdział natomiast tyczy się utworów, które poświęcili Chopinowi poeci niepolscy. W omawianej pracy Poniatowska zdecydowanie przetarła szlaki nowego myślenia o poezji poświęconej osobie i muzyce Chopina; jest ona zdecydowanie cennym wkładem w coś, co moglibyśmy nazwać nurtem badań poświęconym poetyckiej chopinologii.
Recent progress of waste plastic upcycling based on multifunctional zeolite catalysts
Authors: Wang Xiaomei , Xu Jing , Zhao Meng , Cui Wenjie , Mu Xiaowei , Wang Xiao , Song Shuyan , Zhang Hongjie
Published: May 2024

The chemical upcycling method is a promising strategy to alleviate the pollution problem of waste plastics by tapping into their intrinsic value and converting them into high value-added products. Zeolite-based catalysts are one of the surprising and efficient classes of thermocatalytic materials that have recently attracted considerable attention for waste plastic upcycling. They are designed for targeted applications with a wide range of adjustable acidic sites, multiple pore structures, and synergistic interactions with surface metals. In this review, we categorize plastics being converted into different high-value products and introduce the role of zeolite-based catalysts in the thermal upcycling of plastics. The structure-performance relationships of zeolite-based catalysts in catalytic reactions are discussed in depth. Finally, the future development of these multifunctional catalysts applied to the upcycling of plastics is outlined.
Safe Use of Contrast Media in Radiology (Clinical Guidelines)
Authors: Sinitsyn V. E. , Tyurin I. E. , Shimanovskiy N. L. , Karmazanovskiy G. G. , Bychenko V. G. , Rubtsova N. A. , Filatova D. A.
Published: May 2024

In recent years, the frequency of contrast-enhanced radiological studies has increased significantly, and the issues of their selection and rational use do not lose their relevance. These methodological recommendations represent a complete up-to-date guide for using contrast agents (CA) in radiology. Types of currently used CA in computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, and ultrasound examinations are described. Safety rules for injection of each CA type are systematized, the principles of dosing and possible side effects are explained. In addition, it is important to highlight the issues of interactions between CA and other drugs that patient might take, in particular, the possible deterioration of renal function when using CA in diabetes mellitus patients taking metformin. It should be noted that these recommendations have undergone significant changes in recent years. Also questionnaire templates for patients prior to the contrast-enhanced study are given in the supplements. The methodological guidelines are based on current publications of international experts on CA use in radiology as well as on the data of two major guidelines: American College of Radiologists (ACR) Guidelines (2023) and European Society of Urogenital Radiology (ESUR) Safety Recommendations (2018, version 10). Thus, the information presented is validated, which provides grounds for its application in real clinical practice. The guidelines will be actualized as new scientific evidence becomes available, but to date they appear to be the most relevant.
Euclidean Relativity Solves the Hubble Constant Tension
Authors: Niemz Markolf H.
Published: May 2024

Special relativity (SR) and general relativity (GR) describe nature in “subjective concepts” (concepts of an observer). Examples of such concepts are space and time—or waves and particles. Despite the Lorentz covariance of SR and the general covariance of GR, the perspective of an observer is always egocentric. Not even coordinate-free formulations of SR/GR based on a parameterization provide a “holistic view of nature” (comprehensive view of nature from all possible perspectives at the same instant in time) because there is no absolute time in SR/GR. Here I show: Euclidean relativity (ER) describes nature in “objective concepts” (concepts that are immanent in all objects). Space and time are replaced by “pure distance”. Waves and particles are replaced by “pure energy”. Each object’s proper space d1, d2, d3 and its proper time τ span an absolute 4D Euclidean spacetime (ES), where d1, d2, d3 and d4 = cτ are pure distances. The invariant parameter in ER is absolute, cosmic time t. An observer’s reality is created by projecting ES orthogonally to his proper space and to his proper time. ER compares to a “heliocentric model 2.0”, in which the sun is the center of our solar system but not of our galaxy. That model provides a holistic view from “beyond” (outside of) our galaxy. Likewise, ER provides a holistic view from beyond space. The “master reality” ES (described by ER) is beyond each observer’s reality (described by SR/GR). ER solves 15 mysteries geometrically, such as the Hubble constant tension and entanglement. Field equations are not required.
Renewable Electricity and Green Hydrogen Integration for Decarbonization of “Hard-to-Abate” Industrial Sectors
Authors: Franco Alessandro , Rocca Michele
Published: May 2024

The energy transition is a challenge that affects all sectors, from transport to civil structures and industry. In the industrial sector, the greatest need is the decarbonisation of energy-intensive in-dustries, such as producers of iron and steel, aluminum, cement, petrochemicals, paper, and more. The steel industry, in particular, is a hard-to-abate high-emissivity industry that, due to chemical processes and high thermal demands (often above 500 °C), contributed to 7.4% of global CO2 emissions in 2021. This paper explores the potential applications of hydrogen in these hard-to-abate sectors, highlighting its versatility and significance in decarbonization efforts, especially as a me-dium to facilitate the transition to green electric energy uses. It provides an overview of hydrogen production methods, emphasizing the importance of sustainable and green hydrogen production. It reviews hydrogen production methods, storage, and potential in blended combustion. In the final part of the article, some considerations are introduced on the possible role of hydrogen in the steel sector (both as a supplementary fuel and as a reducing agent in innovative processes), showing that while there is potential for its inclusion as an element for decarbonization, it is necessary to carefully evaluate the energy balances of the various processes and the methods of hydrogen production, in order to avoid achieving only marginal effects.
Large-Scale Group Decision-Making Method with Public Participation and Its Application in Urban Management
Authors: Niu Xiuhong , Song Yongming , Xu Zhongwen
Published: May 2024

Civic participation is of great significance to urban management decision-making. In order to facilitate citizens to participate in city management decision-making, this paper proposes a large-scale group decision-making (LSGDM) method based on multi-granular probabilistic linguistic preference relations (MG-PLPRs). First, each decision maker selects a language terms set from the multi-granularity language terms set to represent individual preference relations and the MG-PLPRs are obtained by statistical calculation to represent sub-group’s preferences information. Then, an optimization model based on the expected consistency of PLPR and consensus measure of groups is established to achieving consensus reaching processes, which can ensure satisfactory individual consistency and group consensus. Finally, the validity and applicability of the proposed method is verified by a case of a city "shared garden" site selection with the participation of citizens.
A Comparative Analysis of Machine Learning Models for Lung Cancer Prediction: From Traditional Algorithms to Deep Learning Approaches
Authors: Asghari Ilani Mohsen , Kavei Ashkan , Moftakhar Tehran Saba
Published: May 2024

Driven by the importance of early detection for improving patient outcomes, this study investigates the effectiveness of various machine learning algorithms in predicting lung cancer based on clinical data. Lung cancer remains a significant global health concern, and this research seeks to contribute to advancements in early diagnosis through the application of machine learning techniques. The dataset consists of 385 training and 97 test samples, with a k-fold cross-validation approach (k=5) utilized to mitigate overfitting. Additionally, the ADASYN oversampling technique is employed to address class imbalance. Our analysis includes traditional algorithms such as Logistic Regression and Decision Trees, as well as ensemble methods like XGBoost, LGBM, and AdaBoost. Furthermore, we explore the effectiveness of deep learning models, particularly Deep Neural Networks (DNN). Results demonstrate promising accuracy rates across all models, with some outperforming others in terms of precision, recall, and F1-score. Our findings reveal that LGBM achieves the highest accuracy among all models, with an accuracy rate of 96.91%. It also exhibits superior performance in terms of precision, recall, and F1-score, particularly in classifying both positive and negative instances of lung cancer.
Update on the use of Sodium Glucose Cotransporter Type 2 inhibitors in kidney transplant patients
Authors: Salvadori Maurizio , Rosati Alberto , Rosso Giuseppina
Published: May 2024

Abstract
Sodium glucose cotransporter type 2 inhibitors are a new class of drugs acting on cardiovascular system, renal and metabolism in a multiple way. Indeed, even their principal action is on the transporter of sodium and glucose in the convoluted distal tubule, they have multiple actions as antifibrotic and endothelial protective action. Their principal mechanism consist in the loss of sodium and glucose. Therefore, they have effect on blood pressure and glucose metabolism. In a first period their use has been in the diabetic general population, later on some studies documented their activity in non-diabetic general population, in heart failure in chronic kidney disease. Only in recent years several small studies documented their efficacy in diabetic and non-diabetic kidney transplant patients, larger studies are few and very recent and open new ways for these drugs
Resilient Urban Communities: Cvjetno Housing Estate, A Modern Period Predecessor
Authors: Kostešić Iva
Published: May 2024

The paper presents an analysis of the concept of resilience within the context of a modern period example in Croatia, the Cvjetno housing estate in Zagreb, recognized as a cultural and historical complex. While extensive literature exists on the estate's architectural and historical significance, limited research explores its resilience. This study aims to fill this gap by examining Cvjetno estate's resilience to natural hazards, financial and economic challenges, and social crises. It investigates the estate's design, historical context, and physical characteristics through archival documents, historical records, and field research. The analysis focuses on the estate's planned resilience to natural disasters, particularly flooding from the nearby river Sava and seismic risks due to its location in a seismically active area. Drawing from the literature on resilient communities, the study draws on key characteristics and principles of resilience and explores how Cvjetno estate exemplifies these traits. The research contributes to a deeper understanding of resilience in urban planning and provides insights for enhancing resilience in similar historical settlements facing contemporary challenges.
A Comparative Analysis of Retrofitting Techniques for Seismically Vulnerable Historical Building
Authors: Rivera John Philip M.
Published: May 2024

This study presents a comprehensive comparative analysis of retrofitting techniques aimed at enhancing the seismic resilience of seismically vulnerable historical buildings. Recognizing the dual objectives of structural safety and architectural preservation, this research evaluates and compares several advanced retrofitting methods, including base isolation, strengthening of masonry, steel bracing systems, Fiber-Reinforced Polymer (FRP) wrapping, and damping devices. Each technique is critically assessed based on its effectiveness in mitigating seismic risks, its compatibility with historical architectural features, and its applicability to various building types. Base isolation is highlighted for its ability to decouple buildings from ground motion, thereby significantly reducing seismic forces and protecting architectural integrity. Strengthening of masonry through the use of fiber-reinforced polymers and steel elements enhances the ductility and strength of masonry walls, making them more resilient to seismic forces. Steel bracing systems are shown to provide essential lateral support, particularly in timber-framed structures, improving overall stability and reducing deformation during earthquakes. FRP wrapping is identified as a versatile technique that strengthens structural elements without compromising aesthetic value, making it suitable for reinforcing concrete and masonry components. Damping devices, including viscous dampers and tuned mass dampers, are discussed for their ability to dissipate seismic energy and control structural vibrations, offering a minimally invasive solution that preserves historical aesthetics. The study also addresses several challenges and research gaps associated with these retrofitting techniques, such as ensuring architectural compatibility, assessing long-term material performance, optimizing cost-effectiveness, and navigating complex regulatory frameworks. By advancing knowledge in these areas, the research aims to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation in the development of retrofitting solutions. Ultimately, this study contributes to the ongoing efforts to safeguard historical buildings against seismic hazards. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and best practices in structural engineering and architectural conservation, stakeholders can develop sustainable, cost-effective, and culturally sensitive retrofitting strategies that protect valuable cultural heritage for future generations.
From Muscle-Bone Concept to The ArthroMyoFascial Complex: A Pragmatic Anatomical Concept for Physio and Manual Therapy
Authors: Noten Karl , Amstel Robbert van
Published: May 2024

Background: In physiotherapy, a classic muscle-bone concept is used to translate basic and clinical anatomy. By defining the anatomical structures from superficial to deeper layers which frame the ArthroMyoFascial complex, our aim is to offer clinicians a comprehensive concept of fasciae within the muscle-bone concept. Method: Narrative review and ultrasound observation. Results: Based on literature and ultrasound skeletonization, the ArthroMyoFascial complex has been defined. This model clarifies fascial continuity at the joint level, describing anatomical structures from skin to deeper layers, including superficial fascia, deep fascia, myofascia including skeletal muscle fibers, and arthrofascia all connected via connective tissue linkages. This model enhances understanding of the muscle-bone concept within the larger ArthroMyoFascial complex. Conclusion: The ArthroMyofascial complex consists of multiple layers from superficial to deeper anatomical structures, namely the skin, superficial fascia, deep fascia, myofascia including muscle fibers, and arthrofascia, all linked within a connective tissue matrix. This model indicates that it is a force-transmitting system from the skin to the bone. This information is crucial for manual thera-pists, including physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropractors, and massage therapists, as they all work with fasciae within the musculoskeletal domain. Understanding fascia within the mus-cle-bone concept enhances clinical practice, aiding in therapeutic testing, treatment, reporting, and multidisciplinary communication, which is vital for musculoskeletal and orthopedic rehabilitation.
Hybrid Control of Soft Robotic Manipulator
Authors: Garriga-Casanovas Arnau , Shakib Fahim , Ferrandy Varell , Franco Enrico
Published: May 2024

Soft robotic manipulators consisting of serially-stacked segments combine actuation and structure in an integrated design. This design can be miniaturised while providing suitable actuation for applications such as minimally invasive surgery and for inspections in confined environments. The control of these robots, however, remains challenging, due to the difficulty in accurately modelling the robots, in coping with their redundancies, and in solving their full inverse kinematics. In this work, we explore a hybrid approach to control serial soft robotic manipulators that combines machine learning (ML) to estimate the inverse kinematics with a closed-loop control to compensate the remaining errors. For the ML part, we compare various approaches, including both kernel-based learning and more general neural networks. We validate the selected ML model experimentally. For the closed-loop control part, we first explore Jacobian formulations using both synthetic models and numerical approximations from experimental data. We then implement integral control actions using both these Jacobians, and evaluate them experimentally. In an experimental validation, we demonstrate that the hybrid control approach achieves setpoint regulation in a robot with 6 inputs and 4 outputs.
Analysis of Public Satisfaction in Tlocor Marine Tourism
Authors: Sukmana Hendra , Rodiyah Isnaini , Rustianingsih Eni
Published: May 2024

The facilities and infrastructure of a tourist attraction are an important factor in assessing public satisfaction in the tourism sector. This is useful in providing comfort for tourists to visit it. The problem with Tlocor Marine Tourism is the lack of internet connection and the hot tourist atmosphere. Apart from that, to board the ship, visitors must wait until there are a minimum of 10 people before they can depart for their destination. This research aims to analyze the level of satisfaction of visitors and the public at Tlocor Marine Tourism. The method used is a quantitative descriptive approach with a research sample of 60 people consisting of 30 visitors and 30 people from the community around Tlocor Marine Tourism. The data analysis technique used is the crosstab model, which compares visitor satisfaction with the satisfaction of the community around Tlocor Marine Tourism. The research results show that the level of visitor satisfaction at Tlocor Marine Tourism is 46 percent in the high category. Meanwhile, the level of satisfaction of the surrounding community at Tlocor Marine Tourism is 50 percent in the very high category.
Hemşirelikte Mesleki Örgütlenme: Türkiye’de ve Seçili Ülkelerde Mevcut Durum
Authors: Tozak Fatoş , Demirtaş Hande , Aba Gökhan
Published: May 2024

Mesleki örgütler, belli bir meslekte yasalarla meslek ve üyelerini tanımlayan, meslek üyelerini bir araya getirerek yaptıklarını denetleyen ve kontrol eden, mesleki profesyonelleşmeye katkı sağlayan sivil toplum örgütleridir. Hemşirelik mesleği de profesyonel olarak, mesleki ilgi alanlarıyla uyumlu bir mesleki derneğe katılmak, hizmet verilen organizasyon için olduğu kadar bireye de faydalıdır. Mesleki derneğe üyelik, hemşirelik uygulama standartlarını belirler, sağlık politikasını geliştirir, hem üyelerinin hem de sağlık hizmeti kullanıcılarının haklarını destekler ve korur. Hemşireliğin sağlık politikasına katılımının önündeki belirtilen engeller arasında hemşirelik örgütlerine dahil olmanın önemi konusunda anlayış eksikliği bulunmaktadır. Özellikle meslek üyelerinin mezuniyet sonrası mesleki bilgi birikiminin artırılmasında, üyelerinin eğitim sürecinde aktif yer alarak kişisel ve profesyonel büyüme fırsatları yakalamasında mesleki örgütlere üye olmaları ilk adımdır. Dünya genelinde hemşirelik örgütlenmeleri 1900’lü yılların başında başlamıştır. Türkiye’deki mevcut hemşirelik örgütlenmesi ile ICN’ye üye olan, sağlıklı ve güncel verisine ulaşılabilen ülkelerden ABD, Birleşik Krallık, Çin, Almanya, Rusya, Japonya, Kanada, Avustralya, Norveç, Güney Kore, Suudi Arabistan ve Nepal’in hemşirelik meslek örgütlenmeleri hakkında bilgi verilmiştir. Bu derleme makalede örgütlenme ve mesleki derneklerin önemi ile hemşirelikte mesleki örgütlenmenin mevcut durumunu ortaya koymak amaçlanmıştır. Ayrıca hemşirelikte mesleki örgütlenmenin önündeki engellerin kalkmasına yönelik bazı önerilerde bulunulmuştur.
Red flour beetle survival on different food items
Authors: Wasar Safia , Kado Ebrahim Kadori
Published: May 2024

Studied red beetle life on each of the yen and wheat durum wheat, barley, corn, rice, chickpeas, ground peanuts and beans in Living situation constant temperature and relative humidity of 65% for a period of 66 days was the life cycle of the insect different from one substance to another ....
Breakfast and its relationship to the curriculum daily diet of school-age children
Authors: Al-Deen Fatin Fakhar
Published: May 2024

The breakfast key components of good nutrition and a large proportion of pupils to Ataatnol her breakfast at home and increase the failure rate breakfast increase the child's age research aims to study the importance of breakfast and emphasize the need to contain aggregates of basic food and its relationship to the curriculum daily diet and its impact on the balance of proteins, fats in food daily as well as the effect of some relevant factors such as the mother's level of education and the number of family members and summarized the most important results in that the percentage of 15.6% Neglected children eating breakfast as well as afternoon that Almaah percentages of calories coming from protein and fat at breakfast .....
Synthesis and Characterization of 2-(2-hydroxy-phenyl)-3-(-R- benzothiazol-2-yl)
Authors: AL-Hity W.F.Hamady
Published: May 2024

were prepared by condensation of 6-R-2amino bcnzothiazol with Salicyldehyde.These Schiff bases were found to reach with maleic anhydride and citraconic to give
A stuy Some physical properties for play (vunyl alcohol) in aquecous solution at four temperatures
Authors: Kareem Eman T. , Himdan Yakialdin A.
Published: May 2024

The densities and visconsities of solutions of poly(vinyl alcohol)(PVA) molccuar weight (14)kg.mol-1in water up to 0.035%mol.kg-1
Shield Calculation Design for gamma-ray sterilzer plant
Authors: Faicdh Ibrahim Gittan
Published: May 2024

The present calculation covers the building shield during irradiation process and under water storage of three milion curries Cobalt-60 radiation source the calculation results in design requirement of 8m depth of water in the source stoeage pool
Development of six-degree of freedom strapdown terrestrial INS algorithm
Authors: Ismaeel Salam A. , Aziez Sameir A.
Published: May 2024

Many of accurate inertial guided missilc systems need to use more complex mathematical calculations and require a high speed processing to ensure the real-time opreation. This will give rise to the need of developing an effcint
Antagonistic of trichoderma species against some plant pathogenic soil fungi on carnation
Authors: Juber K.S. , Habib K.A. , Al-Nasiri S.K
Published: May 2024

Adhrt all fungal biological control ability Tdhadah less than 2 repel Alaftran Almamradan showed leaky mushroom Biological control is thermally laboratories and different concentrations of 5, 10 and 20% inhibition in the growth of fungus colonies amounted to 3.8 cm and 3.1 and 2.4 respectively in comparison with control 9 cm
effect of doping with nitrogen on the optical constant of the sic films prepared by TEA-Co2 Laser
Authors: Ameen Majeda A. , Al-Azawi Hamd R. , Al-Ethawi Adnan Saleh
Published: May 2024

In this research prepare membranes pure silicon carbide (SiC) as well as gas Alloy (ammonia) and using a laser was leaked membrane of glass flooring. To Drasesh optical properties of membranes prepared depending on the technique (Swanepoel) and Adhrt results obtained in general increased permeability pure silicon membranes
design of cdte photoconductor detector and study of some electrical
Authors: Sheet Salah Abdul Wahab , Al-Dahaan Zayiad T. , Mahmmod Asmhan Assad
Published: May 2024

Been manufacturing detector Altosalih optical pattern contact metal semiconductor through deposition poles of aluminum metal on the chips of crystal cadmium Tleraad (CdTe) with directional [111] and growing with laboratory and annealed at a temperature 80c for 30 minutes and eat Study of some electrical properties nailed and scoutNmadj ??????? copper with non ??????? models to see effect Alichoab well research deals impact Alichoab and frequency detector resistance