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Thailand as world wedding destination
Authors: Aphisavadh Sirivadhanawaravachara
Published: November 2024

Coupled with its rich cultural heritage and striking landscapes, the exotic charm of Thailand has catapulted it to the level of a premier world wedding destination. In modern times, the couples would like to have unique and memorable experiences, and in this way, Thailand gives the perfect venue for a wedding and honeymoon with its blend of nature and tradition. The agricultural roots of Thai weddings and the fact that many of their rituals go back thousands of years further speak of the richness of their culture, drawing on different regional traditions from across the country. Special venues ranging from breathtaking beach resorts in places such as Phuket, Krabi, and Samui to magnificent historic temples and palaces offer a variety of unforgettable settings. The traditional Thai wedding is deeply cultural, filled with events such as the "Khan Maak" procession and the "Rod Nam Sang" ceremony, symbolizing unity and family blessings. The legal requirements for a foreigner getting married in Thailand include getting a Certificate of No Impediment and keeping the laws of the locality to ensure that the process goes well for an international couple. Successful tourism in Thailand's weddings will be achieved by marketing strategies that position the country as a perfect romantic retreat that appeals to couples seeking a combination of adventure, beauty, and culture. From helicopter rides offering luxurious wedding packages to intimate wedding ceremonies against the backdrop of renowned Thai hospitality, the kingdom promises a magical and memorable wedding experience.
Integrating multiple-unit pellet system and gastro-retentive drug delivery systems: A new era in oral drug delivery
Authors: Shivangi Patidar  , Gaurav Goyanar  , Nirmal Dongre  , Raghvendra Dubey
Published: November 2024

Delivery Systems (GRDDS) are advanced pharmaceutical formulations designed to extend the residence time of drugs in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, thereby enhancing the bioavailability of medications, particularly those with narrow absorption windows or significant first-pass metabolism. By improving drug solubility and absorption, GRDDS offers a strategic approach to optimizing therapeutic outcomes. Meanwhile, Multiple-Unit Pellet Systems (MUPS) utilize a multiparticulate design consisting of small, spherical pellets that enhance the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic profiles of drugs, providing several advantages over traditional single-unit dosage forms. The integration of MUPS with GRDDS presents a novel formulation strategy aimed at harnessing the strengths of both systems. This combination not only aims to improve drug absorption but also to optimize therapeutic efficacy and enhance patient compliance. By leveraging the benefits of extended gastric retention and uniform drug distribution, this synergistic approach holds significant promise for advancing drug delivery technologies and improving clinical outcomes.
Pediatric antibiotic allergies: A comprehensive review of current practices and emerging trends
Authors: Namrata Nandkishor Dhote  , Dnyaneshwari Santosh Gaigole  , Neha Laxmanrao Zod  , Harigopal Shalimar Sawarkar
Published: November 2024

Pervasiveness of detailed anti-infection sensitivities in youngsters is frequently overstated, basically due to misclassified responses like rashes. This over reporting prompts the pointless utilization of elective anti-infection The agents, bringing about expanded medical services costs, less viable therapies, and fuel of the worldwide anti-toxin obstruction emergency. Gauges propose that around 10% of youngsters are remembered to have an aversion to something like one anti-toxin, yet late appraisals show that over 90% of these kids can securely utilize these meds when appropriately assessed. Inaccurate marking builds the utilization of elective anti-infection agents as well as advances the usage of medications with additional unfavorable impacts, adding to anti-toxin opposition and the expanded event of contaminations, for example, Clostridium difficile and MRSA.
Contemporary examinations feature the meaning of exact conclusion through sensitivity testing, including cutaneous tests and oral medication challenges. By rethinking youngsters named with anti-microbial sensitivities, de-marking drives can moderate the drawn-out results of these misdiagnoses. Factors like quick unfavorably susceptible responses, asthma, and food sensitivities have been perceived as signs of a higher probability for veritable anti-infection sensitivity. By the by, with fitting assessment conventions, an impressive number of youngsters can be securely de-marked, upgrading both individual patient results and general wellbeing endeavors against anti-microbial opposition. The execution of normalized de-naming conventions in pediatric sensitivity units is crucial for address these issues from the get-go throughout everyday life, forestalling the perseverance of mislabeling into adulthood.
Breast cancer: A comprehensive review and it’s side effect
Authors: Gauri Sandip Thakare  , Neha Laxmanrao Zod  , Harigopal Shalimar Sawarkar
Published: November 2024

People worldwide are impacted by breast cancer, which is a complex, multidimensional illness. The importance of understanding the intricate relationships between hormones and breast tissue is highlighted by the discovery that hormonal imbalance has been connected to the development of breast cancer. The many forms and phases of breast cancer have been clarified by the review. This comprehensive investigation looks at the involvement of key hormones, including progesterone and estrogen, and their receptors in tumor growth in an effort to clarify the significance of hormonal imbalance in breast cancer.
The review looks at the effects of hormonal imbalance on breast tissue, with a focus on how hormone receptor status affects treatment choices. The importance of hormone testing in making decisions about diagnosis and therapy, as well as the consequences of hormonal imbalance evaluation in the risk assessment of breast cancer are also covered. An important but little-known side effect of cancer is oral mucositis, which is also covered in the study. The expression "oral mucositis" describes erythematous and ulcerative lesions of the oral mucosa that occur in cancer patients' oral cavities as a result of chemotherapy or radiation therapy.
One study concluded that GI or oral mucositis developed in 303 out of 599 patients (51%) undergoing chemotherapy for solid tumors or lymphoma. This study illustrates the way a thorough knowledge of hormonal imbalance is necessary to improve breast cancer detection, treatment, and prevention strategies. The pathogenesis, clinical treatment, and risk factors of oral mucositis are also examined in this article, which will ultimately benefit those who are afflicted.
Phytofabrication green synthesis of silver nanoparticle from Pontederia crassipes with antimicrobial and antioxidant potential
Authors: Pooja Avinash Chacherkar  , Shantanu Dilip Bante  , Gaurav Laxmikant Giradkar  , Saurabh Sachitanand Dwivedi  , Janhavi Dashrath Chandankhede  , Shrikant Raju Lanjewar  , Aakanksha Anil Sahu  , Anil Gopalji Dhawade
Published: November 2024

Pontederia crassipes (water hyacinth) has been identified as a significant contributor to substantial economic and ecological detriment in tropical aquatic systems and environments. The formidable species is nearly impossible to eliminate, characterized by rapid reproduction that facilitates swift and extensive proliferation, potentially suffocating entire rivers and aquatic ecosystems. Nevertheless, a wide array of bioactive secondary metabolites is present in P. crassipes, demonstrating a broad spectrum of antibacterial activities. Water hyacinth leaf extract comprises alkaloids, flavonoids, phenols, glutathione, terpenoids, and saponins, all of which exhibit significant antibacterial properties. This study sought to evaluate the antibacterial efficacy of Water Hyacinth leaf extract, the active phytoconstituents of P. crassipes, and the biosynthesis of novel Water Hyacinth AgNPs mediated by phenolic compounds, utilizing antibacterial lyophilized hydro-ethanolic extracts from P. crassipes as both bio-reduction and capping agents. Pontederia crassipes exhibits significant anti-oxidant action. Water hyacinth is a fast-proliferating aquatic plant species. Specifically, it adversely affects the aquatic ecosystem and biological system. Water hyacinth, however, is abundant in cellulose, a biodegradable substance.
Unleashing the extract of silver nanoparticles from vegetable waste of Solanum tuberosum peels and Coriandrum sativum stems: Targeting antitumor, antioxidant and antimicrobial activity
Authors: Pooja Avinash Chacherkar  , Aakanksha Anil Sahu  , Saurabh Sachitanand Dwivedi  , Shrikant Raju Lanjewar  , Janhavi Dashrath Chandankhede  , Gaurav Laxmikant Giradkar  , Shantanu Dilip Bante  , Anil Gopalji Dhawade
Published: November 2024

Silver nanoparticles are an important innovation in nanotechnology, due to their high stability and low chemical reactivity in comparison to other metals having received much attention in biological application because of their unique physicochemical properties. The prospective uses of biosynthesized AgNPs in different fields, including antitumor, antioxidant, and antimicrobial activity. Even the nutrient rich vegetables are commonly wasted, despite their numerous useful applications. Utilizing vegetable waste to produce silver nanoparticles through green synthesis is an advantageous, economical, and environmentally friendly method for producing valuable products while addressing waste management concerns. The main emphasis of this study was to synthesize silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) by using vegetable waste from Solanum tuberosum (potato) and Coriandrum sativum (coriander). The utilization of plant extracts for the biogenic synthesis of nanoparticles has garnered attention because of their economical and environmentally friendly attributes, along with their potential for large scale production. Among the metallic nanoparticles, silver is highly efficient against various pathogens, biocompatible and easy to incorporate into medicinal applications. This investigation focuses on the use of potato peel extract and coriander stem for formation of silver nanoparticles.
Íntima mente
Authors: Ochoa Prieto Jesús
Published: November 2024

Si la mente científica mira en su interior encuentra la intimidad, la humanidad, la sorpresa, la perplejidad y surge la poesía. Porque a fin de cuentas, ¿qué son los poemas sino teoremas de lo importante, de lo necesario, desde los axiomas de la existencia misma que demostramos todos y cada uno de nosotros en el día a día?
Jesús Ochoa es autor de este breve poemario y de las ilustraciones que lo acompañan. En 2023 ha publicado el poemario "Médicos errados".
sordomudo en un mundo ciego
Authors: Galindo Salmerón Zahira
Published: November 2024

Como médica, como escritora y, sobre todo, como persona, reflexiono a lo largo de este relato, basado en hechos reales, sobre el papel que desempeña el capacitismo institucional en nuestro sistema sanitario. El capacitismo perpetúa, la mayoría de las veces sin ser conscientes de ello, las barreras en la atención sanitaria y las consecuentes inequidades en salud en las personas con diversidad funcional. Utilizando como hilo conductor la vida y las últimas experiencias con el mundo sanitario de Antonio, un paciente con sordera congénita, profundizo en la importancia de mantener un rol activo y alerta frente a las posibles discriminaciones que puedan sufrir nuestros pacientes más vulnerables.
Comunicación clínica, a contraluz
Authors: Pérez Milán Laura
Published: November 2024

Sumidos en la Medicina Basada en la Evidencia y las Guías de Práctica Clínica (GPC), nos resulta difícil, en ocasiones, profundizar en aspectos, también de nuestra práctica clínica, como es la comunicación. Incluso nos puede llegar a parecer un lujo concedernos el tiempo suficiente durante nuestra práctica rutinaria para preguntarnos: ¿Lo estaré haciendo bien? Y más complejo nos parece todavía hacernos esa pregunta fuera de consulta; ¿qué pasa cuando somos médico y familiar del paciente?
En este relato analizaremos la incomodidad que surge de esa fina línea que todos hemos podido traspasar en algún momento, o que quizás traspasaremos, entre la empatía y la simpatía. No con la intención de no hacerlo, sino con el deber de perdonarnos si lo hiciéramos.
The Effect of Sales Promotion and Perceptions of the Ease of Non-Cash Transactions on Interest in Using Shopeepay
Authors: Syahreza Dina Sarah , Teviana T , Rahman Haikal , Rizky Herni
Published: November 2024

This research aims to examine how sales promotions and the perceived ease of cashless transactions influence the interest in using ShopeePay. Data collection was conducted through questionnaires, while data analysis included multiple linear regression, hypothesis testing (t-test, F-test, and coefficient of determination), which were previously subjected to validity and reliability tests.The results indicate that both sales promotions and perceived ease have a positive and significant impact on the interest in using ShopeePay. Furthermore, the combination of these two factors also proves to have a positive and significant effect on usage interest. The coefficient of determination test yields a value of 0.635, suggesting that 63.5% of the variation in ShopeePay usage interest can be explained by sales promotions and perceived ease, while the remaining percentage is influenced by factors outside the scope of this study.
PERCEPÇÃO DAS PESSOAS DIANTE À REALIZAÇÃO DA COLONOSCOPIA
Authors: Oliveira de Carvalho Larissa , Bitencourt Angélica de Cássia , Moreira Gomes Daisy , Aparecida Brito da Silva Bianca , Maria Coelho Leite Fava Silvana , de Souza Terra Fábio , Maria Rezende Dázio Eliza
Published: November 2024

Introdução: A colonoscopia é um procedimento diagnóstico e terapêutico que pode ser considerado como um exame desconfortável, capaz de provocar às pessoas dor, sensações de insegurança, medo, constrangimento e estresse.  Objetivo: Identificar por meio de relatos a percepção da pessoa diante à realização da colonoscopia. Métodos: Estudo qualitativo, exploratório e descritivo, desenvolvido em um Centro de Endoscopia de um município do sul de Minas Gerais. Os participantes foram 40 pessoas que seriam submetidas ao exame colonoscópico. Foram coletados dados relacionados às informações sociodemográficas e clínicas e a percepção por entrevista semiestruturada gravada. As entrevistas gravadas foram transcritas na íntegra e analisadas por meio da Análise de Conteúdo Categorial. Resultados: Da análise dos dados foram construídas três categorias: “Sentimentos em relação ao preparo e procedimento”, “Vivenciar a espera do resultado do exame” e “Conhecimento relacionado ao exame”. Considerações finais: Sentimentos de ansiedade, medo e preocupação foram recorrentes entre os participantes, principalmente em relação à espera pelo resultado do exame. Compete à equipe de enfermagem suporte e orientações para amenizar o sofrimento e proporcionar conhecimentos acerca do exame no período pré, trans e pós colonoscopia.
AS INTERFACES DAS UNIDADES DE TERAPIA INTENSIVA E A ASSISTÊNCIA DE ENFERMAGEM: RELATO DE EXPERIÊNCIA
Authors: Da Silva Almeida Tamara , Candido Farias Orneide , Araújo Bezerra Kalyne
Published: November 2024

Objetivo: Relatar as experiências e impressões de acadêmicas de Enfermagem na assistência de Enfermagem a pacientes diagnosticados com Erros Inatos do Metabolismo e Síndrome de Edwards, resultantes de um estágio em UTIN e UTIP. Metodologia: Estudo descritivo, do tipo relato de experiência, realizado no setor de Unidade de Terapia Intensiva Neonatal e Unidade de Terapia Intensiva Pediátrica de um hospital público e de ensino, no município de Campina Grande - Paraíba. Resultados e Discussão: Baseiam-se no desenvolvimento de cinco etapas de reflexão: I. Conhecendo as Unidades de Terapia Intensiva e sua amplitude; II. Entendendo a multidisciplinaridade profissional em relação a Erros Inatos do Metabolismo e Síndrome de Edwards; III. Unidades de Terapia Intensiva e a fragilidade das relações familiares; IV. Os impactos negativos sobre a ótica intensivista; V. Sensações e perspectivas das acadêmicas de Enfermagem na Unidade de Terapia Intensiva Neonatal e Unidade de Terapia Intensiva Pediátrica. Conclusão: A experiência possibilitou ampliar os conhecimentos no que diz respeito à assistência aos pacientes portadores de Erros Inatos do Metabolismo e Síndrome de Edwards na sua integralidade. Para tanto, é necessário que o enfermeiro execute com maestria sua função tanto dentro como fora da equipe multidisciplinar.
Vendor Managed Inventory in Practice: Efficient Scheduling and Delivery Optimization
Authors:   School of engineering and applied sciences, Libyan Academy, Misrata, Libya, Badi Ibrahim , Demir Gülay ,   High School of Health Vocational Services, Sivas Cumhuriyet University, Sivas, 58140, Turkiye, Bouraima Mouhamed ,   Department of Civil Engineering, Sichuan College of Architectural Technology, Deyang, 618000, China, Kimtai Maraka ,   Matili Technical Training Institute, 76 – 50204 Kimilili, Kenya
Published: November 2024

Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) is a widely adopted strategy in supply chain management, where the vendor assumes responsibility for maintaining inventory levels at the customer’s location. This paper presents a model to solve the VMI problem, focusing on optimizing inventory replenishment and reducing overall supply chain costs. The study employs a heuristic approach, breaking down the VMI problem into manageable phases, including clustering customers, determining service sequence lists, and optimizing delivery routes. The model is applied to a practical case study, demonstrating its effectiveness in minimizing stockouts while maintaining efficient inventory levels. This paper also examines key factors like delivery quantity optimization, route scheduling, and cost minimization. The model's effectiveness is demonstrated by specific performance criteria, such as reduced stockouts, improved service levels, and minimized transportation costs. The findings indicate that the suggested model can significantly enhance supply chain efficiency, providing organizations with a solid framework for enhancing their Vendor Managed Inventory procedures. These enhancements are accomplished while preserving simplicity and usefulness without the need for overly complex technological systems.
The essential theory of evolution
Authors: Protagorashegel
Published: November 2024

This paper discusses the formation law of various self-organization phenomena under the framework of self-evolution theory, how all things evolved from the basic structure, and analyzes and summarizes the self-evolution entity structure of each stage. At the same time, this paper analyzes how natural selection and profit avoidance can promote the evolution of adaptive and negative feedback structure, and gradually complicate the physical structure to simulate and respond to natural changes. This paper believes that the evolution of entities is followed by the evolution of adaptive patterns, and the self-evolution process is based on the interaction between entities and ontologies.
Behavioral Genetics on the Brink: A Review of Eric Turkheimer’s Understanding the Nature-Nurture Debate
Authors: Joseph Jay
Published: November 2024

The author reviews psychologist Eric Turkheimer’s 2024 book "Understanding the Nature-Nurture Debate." Turkheimer is known for taking a critical position within the field of behavioral genetics. While mentioning several important limitations, Turkheimer upholds the validity of the heritability concept, twin studies, and adoption studies. The author notes that “heritability” is a disputed concept, and briefly describes what he sees as the invalidating aspects of behavioral and psychiatric genetic twin and adoption studies. He then reviews Turkheimer’s analysis of DNA-based (molecular genetic) behavioral research methods such as linkage, candidate gene, genome-wide association (GWAS), and polygenetic score (PGS) studies. The first two methods ended in failure. Although GWAS and PGS researchers have claimed many “gene-behavior associations,” Turkheimer shows that, after decades of attempts, DNA-based research has failed to uncover genetic variants shown to cause human behavioral differences. Disagreements between Turkheimer and behavioral geneticist Robert Plomin are also examined. The author, though not Turkheimer, concludes that DNA-based research failure provides additional evidence that the critics of twin studies, adoption studies, and the heritability concept were right all along. As the behavioral genetic paradigm unravels, the social and behavioral sciences should begin working on a new environmentally focused post-behavioral genetics developmental paradigm.
Theoretical Framework and Application Prospects of the Emotion Virus Model
Authors: zhuohanjiang
Published: November 2024

Emotion, as a critical regulator of social behavior, influences individual decision-making and rapidly spreads among groups through social platforms and interpersonal interactions, forming what is metaphorically described as an "Emotion Virus."This paper introduces the "Emotion Virus Model," integrating perspectives from social psychology, communication psychology, management psychology, and experimental psychology to systematically explore the mechanisms and dynamics of emotion contagion.Using theoretical construction, this research proposes a dynamic pathway for emotion contagion and utilizes an SIR model to simulate its spread. Potential applications are discussed, including mental health interventions and social sentiment management. The study aims to promote interdisciplinary collaboration and expand the theoretical and practical value of emotion contagion research.Note: This preprint has not undergone formal peer review and is subject to revision.
THE LEGACY OF ANTIPARTICLES: ORIGIN OF DARK ENERGY AND SOLUTION TO THE MATTER-ANTIMATTER ASYMMETRY
Authors: Bonaventura André Luis
Published: November 2024

When we encounter problems that seem to have no answer, it is time to innovate.For a long time, we have been searching for antiparticles and the origin of dark energy.Here, at the Frontier of Knowledge, we will show that antiparticles can self-annihilate through a new mechanism, related to mass and electromagnetic charges.Everyone knows the famous equation of equivalence between energy and mass, right? The most celebrated equation in physics:E = mc²This equation changed the world, guided wars, and still fascinates to this day.Today, André Bonaventura, present a new equivalence:E = mc² = γqgα²c²Where:q is the electric charge (1.6 × 10⁻¹⁹ C)g is the magnetic charge (9.86 × 10⁻⁸ C)α = 1/137c is the speed of lightγ = 1.805 (even at rest, the electron exhibits wave-like behavior, emitting virtual photons, which justifies γ > 1).Since all these values are constants, we can combine them into a single constant A. Thus:A = γgα²This makes it easier to associate and remember the new equation of equivalence between energy, mass, and electromagnetic charge:E = mc² = Aqc²However, it is important to note that the electric charge of the positron is positive, while that of the electron is negative. Therefore, the equation above must be rewritten for both:For the electron:E = mc² = -Aqc² <=> mc² + Aqc² > 0For the positron:E = mc² = +Aqc² <=> mc² - Aqc² = 0Bingo! The equation for the positron reveals that it self-destructs (self-annihilates) due to the interaction between electric and magnetic charges. Thus, the positron ceases to exist, but the energy is conserved and dissipated into spacetime.In the early universe, during the third millisecond after the Big Bang, about 10⁸⁰ electrons and positrons were created. If each positron holds an energy of 8.19 × 10⁻¹⁴ J, the self-annihilation of all of them released approximately 10⁶⁶ J into spacetime.Since we do not observe the presence of other antiparticles, such as antiprotons and antineutrons, we postulate that they also self-annihilate. Therefore, the 10⁸⁰ antiprotons created and subsequently self-annihilated released approximately 10⁷¹ J into spacetime.If we sum the energy released by all the antiparticles, we arrive at the value of dark energy. Eureka! Dark energy is equivalent to the energy of antiparticles.Over the past 5 billion years, the evaporation rate of white holes has increased due to mass loss over the previous 7 billion years. This caused the energy released by evaporation to surpass gravitational forces, resulting in the accelerated expansion of spacetime.Thus, the universe is expanding at an accelerated rate: the gravitational evaporation of white holes continues to increase.
Creating an immersive environment of Metaverse for businesses
Authors: Kumar Harish , Sharma Vijay Kumar
Published: November 2024

Metaverse is an immersive environment that shares online space with users to interact with an artificial world through avatars or other digital representations. By leveraging the immersive features of Metaverse, businesses can create new opportunities for revenue generation, customer engagement, collaboration, innovative products, services, or innovation. The development and governing of user interfaces and virtual environments are challenging. Since the metaverse concept is emerging, numerous questions remain about designing, executing, and benefiting from it in the business environment. This study identifies enablers that can support creating an immersive Metaverse environment for businesses to gain new business opportunities. The study deploys multi-criteria decision-making techniques, "Total Interpretive Structural Modelling," and "Cross-Impact Matrix Multiplication Applied to Classification" to establish cross-relationships among enablers. The study also provides a hierarchical roadmap for creating an immersive metaverse environment. Recognizing which enablers hold the most influence in a hierarchy can lead to the strategic development of an immersive environment. This study will help researchers, policymakers, technology consultants, and business practitioners explore Metaverse's most impacting enablers to gain competitive advantages and future opportunities for the business.
Risks of e-commerce Recommender Systems: A Scoping Review
Authors: Kathriarachchi Eranjana , Alam Shafiq , Weerasinghe Kasuni , Pauleen David
Published: November 2024

While recommender systems (RS) used in e-commerce have improved significantly providing customers with a personalised shopping experience, scholars have constantly raised concerns over the risks associated with e-commerce RS. However, a lack of methodological synthesis of risk-generating events associated with e-commerce recommender systems has curtailed systematic investigation of the risks of e-commerce RS. This paper presents a scoping review aimed at addressing this gap by synthesising different risk-generating events involved with the use of e-commerce RS as reported in the literature that could affect the welfare of customers who use those systems. Accordingly, peer-reviewed research studies published from 2003-2023 were extracted from the SCOPUS database and EBSCOhost platform for review. Sixty-two publications with evidence on risk-generating events of e-commerce RS were considered for the review. Twenty risk-generating events were identified through the review. These events were mapped with the corresponding risks based on existing frameworks on risks of e-commerce. We were able to identify several risk-generating events that had not previously been considered in conceptualising the risks of e-commerce RS. Further, we identified the plurality of the outcomes of risk-generating events which could provide guidance for the evaluation of e-commerce recommender systems from a multistakeholder perspective.
Business process pattern for improving social sustainability
Authors: Schoormann Thorsten , Di Maria Marco
Published: November 2024

Business process management (BPM) has the ability to boost transformations towards sustainable entities by innovating organizational structures. While the majority of existing BPM tools and methods focus on economic obligations, social sustainability is often underrepresented. This is problematic because it inhibits business improvement of people’s quality of life (e.g., health and equity), fails to address changing customer demands beyond transactional excellence, and obstructs the consideration of new regulations. Based on a literature review and expert interviews, recurrent problems and best practice solutions for integrating social sustainability into business processes were collected. These were formalized into a set of process patterns and then evaluated through illustrative demonstrations, an applicability check, and interviews with process experts. The paper proposes ten patterns together with a series of examples to guide the analysis and improvement of processes in terms of social sustainability. They support both generating novel ideas and identifying weaknesses. In doing this, our work complements existing tools and methods from sustainable BPM, advances the current body of knowledge in this stream, and opens avenues for a more holistic consideration of sustainability in business processes.
Unlocking the Potential: The Islamic Finance Social Impact Assessment
Authors: Kuanova L.A. , Zhangabayev N. , Kenzhegulova G.K.
Published: November 2024

Object: The rise of Islamic finance, which involves financial instruments operating within the ethical and shariah principles framework and adopted by financial institutions, gains momentum in main global markets. This trend is driv en by a new global reality where long-term development cannot occur without addressing deepening social contradic tions and ethical norms and Islamic finance’s sustainable approach plays vital role. This article aims to assess the Islam ic finance social impact and evaluate the covering resource shortfall and poverty reduction through social tools.
Methods: The methodology of the research is based on the empirical methods and examination of the correlation between the country's potential Islamic financial assets, the estimated zakat collection and the coverage of resource shortage.
Findings: The findings have practical implications for the country's socio-economic development. The authors have empirically assessed the resources Kazakhstan requires to cover poverty in the share of the gross domestic prod uct, and the resource gap for poverty reduction. Furthermore, the authors have evaluated the potential zakat collection of the country.
Conclusions: It is suggested that the potential zakat collection can impact the poverty reduction process and ad dress deepening poverty indicators within the country. The zakat institution possesses the capacity to provide support to the impoverished population and potentially reduce government expenditure required to enhance the socially vulnerable population welfare.
Transformando la percepción sobre la discapacidad en el ámbito laboral desde la innovación educativa universitaria
Authors: Matarín Rodríguez-Peral Eva , Gómez Franco Tomás , Parres Serrano Bienvenida Araceli
Published: November 2024

Introducción: En un entorno globalizado y competitivo, las empresas tienen el reto de poner en valor la diversidad social de sus equipos de trabajo. Sin embargo, las personas con discapacidad se ven obligadas a enfrentarse a diversos obstáculos para encontrar un empleo. Desde la consideración de que es un deber del sistema educativo transformar las actitudes excluyentes del alumnado para evitar la discriminación social en el ámbito laboral, se plantea desde la universidad una metodología educativa innovadora, participativa y contextualizada, que posibilite el conocimiento y la empatía con la situación laboral de las personas con discapacidad. Todo ello, desde el análisis de la realidad y la concienciación social en el compromiso hacia una sociedad inclusiva. Metodología: inclusiva e intercultural, basada en el diseño universal de aprendizaje en grados vinculados al ámbito empresarial. Para el análisis y evaluación se emplea una metodología cuantitativa, utilizando la encuesta. Resultados: Se han desafiado las percepciones, presentando una acogida satisfactoria y suponiendo un cambio en la percepción de este estudiantado vinculado al ámbito económico y empresarial. Conclusiones: Esta metodología educativa ha posibilitado que aumente el conocimiento sobre la discapacidad, la inclusión laboral y la aportación de las personas con discapacidad en el ámbito laboral.
Місце трансплантації волосся в лікуванні алопеції
Authors: Sulik V. V. , Кhrapach V. V.
Published: November 2024

Проведено детальний аналіз та характеристику сучасних методів трансплантації волосся. Розглянуто існуючі новітні класифікації алопеції та частоту можливих ускладнень після проведення трансплантації волосся різними методами та шляхи їх профілактики в практичній трихології та пластичній хірургії.
VIII (2007)
Authors: Przeszłości Echa
Published: November 2024

VIII (2007)
IV (2003)
Authors: "Echa Przeszłości"
Published: November 2024

IV (2003)
I (2000)
Authors: "Echa Przeszłości"
Published: November 2024

I (2000)
Safety of early chemoprophylaxis for venous thromboembolism after traumatic brain injury: a systematic review and meta-analysis. A military traumatic brain injury initiative study
Authors: Dengler Bradley A. , Haight Thaddeus , Fu Adele , Hafeez Shaheryar J. , Cirivello Michael , Bartanusz Viktor
Published: November 2024

OBJECTIVE

There is continuing uncertainty about the safety of early chemoprophylaxis for venous thromboembolism (VTE) in patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI). The objective of this paper was to 1) calculate the risk of progression of posttraumatic intracranial hemorrhage (ICH) after VTE chemoprophylaxis, and 2) compare the probability of ICH progression in early versus late VTE prophylaxis.

METHODS

The authors searched for English-language literature from database inception to January 2023. Two independent reviewers selected studies on post-TBI VTE chemoprophylaxis in hospitalized patients. Study parameters included ICH progression (as determined by follow-up imaging after starting chemoprophylaxis) in relation to use versus nonuse, timing, and type of VTE chemoprophylaxis. Pertinent variables included author, year, study type, demographic variables, cranial and systemic Injury Severity Scores, and data documenting ICH progression or indirect evidence of TBI worsening after the initiation of VTE chemoprophylaxis.

RESULTS

Thirty studies fulfilled the inclusion criteria. There was a 7.0% (95% CI 4.0%–10.0%) risk of CT-documented ICH progression following VTE chemoprophylaxis in the prophylactically treated group. There was no difference between the early versus late VTE prophylaxis groups for ICH progression (12 studies; OR 0.79 [95% CI 0.56–1.12]). There was also no significant difference in CT-documented ICH progression between the prophylactically treated and nontreated groups (5 studies; OR 0.57 [95% CI 0.28–1.18]).

CONCLUSIONS

The review of the literature shows that VTE chemoprophylaxis 72 hours after TBI is considered safe by the majority of authors. This meta-analysis did not reveal any evidence of increased risk of ICH when starting VTE chemoprophylaxis earlier, i.e., within 72 hours of TBI; however, it is important to emphasize that only a small number of lower-quality studies addressed the 48-hour or 24-hour time point. A randomized noninferiority trial should be the next step in answering the question of early (within 72 hours) VTE chemoprophylaxis after TBI.
Multinuclear thalamic targeting with human stereotactic electroencephalography: surgical technique and nuances
Authors: Jamiolkowski Ryan M. , Datta Anjali , Willsey Matthew S. , Parvizi Josef , Buch Vivek P.
Published: November 2024

OBJECTIVE

The authors recently demonstrated the utility of a novel multinuclear thalamic stereotactic electroencephalography (sEEG) approach to identify personalized seizure propagation networks through the human thalamus. In this study, they detail their strategy to efficiently sample the thalamus.

METHODS

The authors previously showed that a multilead orthogonal transsylvian approach allows lateral-medial sampling of bilateral anterior nuclei of the thalamus (ANTs), mediodorsal (MD) nuclei, and pulvinar (PLV) nuclei, with simultaneous capture of the opercular and insular regions. They also described a novel trans–massa intermedia trajectory to sample bilateral MD nuclei with a single electrode. For a second approach to multinuclear thalamic sampling, they designed a novel long-axis trajectory for posterior-to-anterior sampling of the lateral PLV nucleus, lateral MD nucleus, and ANT with a single electrode. Superficially, this trajectory samples from the posterior inferior temporal gyrus and then the posterior hippocampus, known as seizure network nodes. Concurrent with this long-axis trajectory, the centromedian nucleus can also be targeted with the orthogonal approach, minimizing the number of electrodes required to sample all 8 of the most relevant nuclei (4 on each side).

RESULTS

The multinuclear thalamic sampling approaches resulted in no complications in a series of 34 patients.

CONCLUSIONS

This study provides a strategy and specific implementation details for these approaches to identify the thalamic seizure networks that are increasingly important in the surgical treatment of epilepsy.
The impact of initial vascular morphology on outcomes in patients with intracranial vertebral artery dissection presenting with isolated headache
Authors: Oshima Akito , Higurashi Masakazu , Takase Hajime , Asada Kyosuke , Yamada Sachiko , Tateishi Kensuke , Yamamoto Tetsuya
Published: November 2024

OBJECTIVE

The prognosis of isolated headache intracranial vertebral artery dissection (iVAD) without subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH) or stroke is unknown. The authors of this study aimed to evaluate isolated headache iVAD prognosis.

METHODS

This is a single-center retrospective study of consecutive patients who presented with headache as their main complaint and underwent MRI between November 2016 and August 2022; those with acute isolated headache iVAD who were followed up for vascular morphological stability were eligible for study inclusion. The patients were divided into three groups based on the vascular morphology at initial diagnosis: aneurysm dilatation without stenosis (group 1), aneurysm dilatation with stenosis (group 2), and no aneurysm dilatation (group 3). Prognosis, time to radiological stability, and final vascular morphology were compared among the groups.

RESULTS

One hundred five patients with isolated headache iVAD were included in the study. During a median follow-up of 478 (IQR 143–1094) days, none of the patients developed SAH or stroke, but 3/41 (7%) patients in group 1 underwent endovascular intervention for aneurysm enlargement. Patients in group 1 required significantly more long-term follow-up for morphological stability (p = 0.013), primarily due to aneurysm enlargement (p < 0.001), and were more likely to require surgical intervention (p = 0.043) than those in the other two groups. Residual aneurysm risk was significantly associated with initial vascular morphology in group 1 (OR 7.28, 95% CI 2.30–23.1, p < 0.001).

CONCLUSIONS

Most patients with isolated headache iVAD had a favorable prognosis. However, patients with aneurysm dilatation without stenosis required the most careful follow-up, as this group had the highest aneurysm enlargement risk from early disease onset through the chronic phase. In such cases, patients may require surgical intervention to prevent critical conditions.
Timing of surgery for children and adolescents sustaining complete traumatic spinal cord injury
Authors: Malhotra Armaan K. , Essa Ahmad , Jassani Ahad , Shakil Husain , Badhiwala Jetan H , Quon Jennifer L. , Ibrahim George M. , Dermott Jennifer A. , Lebel David E. , Kulkarni Abhaya V. , Nathens Avery B. , Wilson Jefferson R. , Witiw Christopher D.
Published: November 2024

OBJECTIVE

Spinal cord injury (SCI) trials have historically underrepresented pediatric patients. There are limited pediatric data examining the influence of surgical timing on complications and mortality for children and adolescents who have sustained complete traumatic SCI.

METHODS

The following multicenter cohort study used Trauma Quality Improvement Program data from 2010 to 2020. The authors identified pediatric patients (aged < 18 years) who sustained complete traumatic SCI and underwent surgical intervention within 7 days of admission. Propensity score matching was performed between patients who underwent surgery within 24 hours versus ≥ 24 hours. The authors then assessed differences for the following outcomes: major in-hospital complications, immobility-related complications, length of stay (LOS), and mortality.

RESULTS

There were 837 patients with complete traumatic SCI managed across 297 trauma centers identified for study inclusion (70% underwent early surgery). After matching, 494 patients were available for analysis. Patients undergoing delayed surgery experienced longer ICU LOS (mean difference 3.74 days, 95% CI 0.91–6.57 days) and more major in-hospital complications (OR 1.77, 95% CI 1.16–2.73) and immobility-related complications (OR 2.09, 95% CI 1.25–3.56). There were no differences in mortality between groups. Younger age, non-White race, penetrating injuries, lower Glasgow Coma Scale score at admission, severe concomitant abdominal injuries, and motor vehicle collision injury mechanisms were associated with increased time to surgery.

CONCLUSIONS

The authors demonstrated an association between early surgery and shorter ICU LOS and reduced in-hospital complications. Future work is needed to quantify the impact of surgical timing on functional neurological outcomes and to explore upstream social determinants of health influencing timing of surgery.
Spectrum Sensing Using Wavelet Transforms and Filtering Under Signal Frequency Distortion and Fading Conditions
Authors: Lysechko Volodymyr , Soproniuk Ivan
Published: November 2024

This article explores improving the accuracy and reliability of spectrum sensing methods within cognitive radio networks. The primary focus is on how signal fading and frequency distortion influence the results of spectral analysis. These issues can severely impact the precision of signal detection, making adaptive methods and filters indispensable for accurately detecting changes in the spectral landscape. The purpose of the paper is to evaluate the effectiveness of various adaptive methods and filters – such as wavelet transforms, along with Butterworth, Chebyshev, and Kaiser filters—in improving the detection of changes within the spectral environment across different signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) levels. The research spans a broad frequency range, concentrating on pivotal technologies like 5G NR, Wi-Fi 6, DVB-T2, and GPS, each having unique requirements for signal precision and dependability. The spectrum sensing approach described in the article achieves high signal detection accuracy under favorable conditions, particularly when the SNR is strong. Experiments revealed that with SNR values above 1 dB, the signal detection accuracy (True Positive Rate, or TPR) for all technologies examined remains at or above 0.90. For instance, the TPR for 5G NR is 0.92 at an SNR of 1 dB, while for Wi-Fi 6, it stands at 0.90. However, the effectiveness of the method declines as the SNR decreases. For example, with 5G NR, the TPR drops to 0.70 at an SNR of -21 dB, indicating a heightened probability of false signal detection. Similar patterns are observed with Wi-Fi 6, where the TPR falls to 0.65, with DVB-T2 to 0.68, and GPS to 0.66. Additionally, the average noise level rises as SNR diminishes, making accurate signal detection increasingly challenging and emphasizing the need for further refinement of these methods. The findings underscore the need for ongoing advancements in spectrum monitoring, especially under low SNR conditions. Future research should prioritize developing new or refining existing adaptive algorithms capable of operating effectively in complex spectral environments. Exploring the impact of other filtering and transformation methods could also yield valuable insights. Moreover, the incorporation of machine learning techniques offers a promising path for boosting the adaptability and accuracy of spectrum monitoring in real-world telecommunication systems.
Access Control System Based on Ring Resonator’s Sensitive Properties
Authors: Tkach Vladyslav
Published: November 2024

The paper is dedicated to the development of a new type of electromagnetic (EM) devices to achieve unique output signal patterns for their potential applications in secure systems. The proposed device involves modification of a microstrip transmission line modification by ring resonators. The ring resonator is an EM component that is characterized by high sensitivity, impedance of which can be easily adjusted by its shape changing. It was performed with the ring resonator’s microstrip lines lengthening from 1 to 13.5 mm that allows the resonance frequency changing from 1 to 1.6 GHz, demonstrating the tunability of the device. The modification of a microstrip transmission line with one or a few of such ring resonators by their strong near-field coupling leads to a deep minimum/minima appearance in the transmission line transfer function (S21-parameters spectrum). This minimum can disappear under direct touching of the ring resonator by a human finger – changing of the total capacitance of the ring resonator. It means that the consequence touching/untouching of the ring resonator leads to a modulation of the input transmission line signal and producing unique output signal patterns. As the number of ring resonators increases, the complexity of these patterns also increases. The variety of the patterns can be unique and secure; thus, the output signals can serve as a key for creation of password for systems of access control. To ensure that the security level provided by the device meets the necessary standards, the keyspace – the total number of possible unique patterns – was estimated for various combinations of the developed ring resonators. The analysis revealed that with 14 available ring resonators, the keyspace can exceed 1015, indicating a vast number of possible combinations and, therefore, a very high level of security.
BUAH MENTIMUN DAN TOMAT MENINGKATKAN DERAJAT KEASAMAN (pH) saliva DALAM RONGGA MULUT
Authors: Haryani Wiworo , Siregar Irma , Ratnaningtyas Laras Agitya
Published: November 2024

The research aims to know the effects of chewing the fruit of cucumbers and tomatoes to the pH of the saliva. This research is a study of Pre-experiments with One Group Pretest â€“ Posttest Design. Research done on April 2014. Location of research in junior high Country 2 Turi. Population research is grade VII Junior High School Country 2 Turi criteria 12-14 years of age, in good health, there are no dental caries reaches the pulpa, and there are no teeth missing. Influence of variable that is chewing on cucumber fruit and tomato fruit Chews, variable affected the pH of saliva. Processing and analysis of test data using the Paired Sample T-Test. The average pH of saliva before chewing on cucumber fruit is 6.7700 and after chewing on cucumber fruit is 6.8567 0.0867 rises. The average pH of saliva before chewing fruit tomato is 6.7833 and after chewing the fruit of tomato was 7.0067 0.2234 rises. After the analysis is performed using a test for paired sample t-test revealed the influence of meaning between before and after chewing the fruit of cucumbers, p=0.001, and there is a meaningful influence between before and after chewing fruit tomato p=0.000.