bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A cross-sectional study of compliance to anti-rabies post exposure prophylaxis among dog bite patients at tertiary care centre
Authors: Umap Rahul V. , Masare Monika S. , Khakse Gautam M.
Published: February 2025

Background: Prevention of rabies is possible by providing the exposed persons with proper post exposure prophylaxis (PEP). Non-compliance to PEP increases mortality. Present study was conducted with objective to assess anti-rabies PEP compliance among dog bite patients.
Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted at anti rabies vaccine (ARV) OPD of tertiary care centre from May 2023 to October 2023 on category II and III dog bite patients. A total sample of 321 patient’s data was collected using a convenient sampling technique. A predesigned and pretested questionnaire was used to collect data regarding sociodemographic profile, history of dog bite exposure and compliance to anti rabies PEP. Patients who received full course of ARV as per recommended schedule were considered compliant. Data was entered in Microsoft excel and analysed by using SPSS version 20.0.
Results: Study result showed that out of 321, 52.95% participants were compliant and 47.05% were non-compliant to anti rabies PEP. In most of participants reason for non-compliance to anti rabies PEP was forgetfulness (48.34%) and in 22.51% fear of loss of wages. Association of age group and socioeconomic status with compliance to anti rabies PEP was found to be significant with p value of 0.000012 and 0.036 respectively.
Conclusions: In our study, non-compliance to anti-rabies PEP was high despite availability of free ARV at government healthcare facilities. Counselling for completion of prescribed schedule on recommended dates should be done on first dose of ARV.
Pattern of patients attending in the casualty department of a tertiary health care hospital in western Maharashtra
Authors: Jadhav Vikas Tukaram , Vhatkar Pranjali Sukhadeo , Gurav Ravindra Balaram
Published: February 2025

Background: Casualty department is one of the most sensitive areas of health care system. This sensitivity is based on various factors including urgent health care, crowding and external interference. The objective of this study was to know the pattern of cases attending casualty department of a tertiary health care hospital.
Methods: A retrospective record based cross-sectional study of all cases registered at the casualty department of a tertiary health care hospital from January 2022 to December 2023 was carried out. Data of the patients was collected from the registers of casualty and medical record department. It was entered in Microsoft excel and analysed. Descriptive and inferential statistics was applied.
Results: Total 74916 patients attended casualty department during the study period of two years. The ratio of medical to surgical patients was 1.04:1. Total 33279 (44.42%) medico legal cases and 6858 (09.15%) patients of acute respiratory infection were registered in the casualty. 9339 (11.83%) tetanus toxoid and 3728 (04.72%) anti-rabies vaccine doses were given to the beneficiaries. 18148 (24.22%) trauma and 1051 (01.40%) brought dead cases were managed during the study period. 586 (00.78%) patients absconded and 3536 (04.72%) patients left against medical advice from the casualty during the study period.
Conclusions: Acute respiratory infection, poisoning, trauma, brought dead, discharge on request, left against medical advice, abscond, post mortem examination, emergency death, etc are some of the common emergencies reported in the casualty department. To tackle such cases promptly needs round the clock trained and enough health care workers as well as material resources in the casualty.
Awareness, knowledge, and barriers to vision therapy services among eye care practitioners
Authors: Sharma Udita , Majumder Roshni , Biswas Vishal , Awasthi Supriya
Published: February 2025

Background: Vision therapy (VT) is recognized as an effective treatment for various binocular and accommodative disorders. However, the awareness and integration of VT among eye care professionals (ECPs) remain limited. The aim of this study was to evaluate the awareness and understanding of vision therapy among eye care professionals, specifically optometrists and ophthalmologists, in India.
Methods: Cross-sectional research conducted from June to November 2024, comprising Indian optometrists and ophthalmologists. A validated 19-item questionnaire was created through expert consultation and pilot testing. It was disseminated both online and in person, accompanied by reminders for non-respondents. SPSS v29 assessed awareness, knowledge, and barriers employing Cronbach's alpha and Kruskal-Wallis tests (p<0.05).
Results: 251 practitioners across six Indian states, revealed that 36.9% reported vergence problems and 27.2% identified sensory motor anomalies as predominant binocular vision concerns. Barriers were the substantial expense of vision therapy kits (47.41%) and patient apathy (97.6%). The Kruskal-Wallis test indicated that educational quality substantially influenced knowledge and awareness (p<0.01).
Conclusions: Public health efforts aimed at teaching eye care practitioners on vision therapy can enhance referral practices, hence improving health outcomes for patients. Moreover, augmenting practitioners' comprehension of vision therapy would enable them to advocate proficiently for these services, tackling the current obstacles encountered by patients.
Tobacco uses and awareness about its ill-effects among municipal solid waste workers in Davangere city: a cross-sectional survey
Authors: Yavagal Puja C. , Reddy Manjunath L. A. , Tadur Jayanth , Krishnan Madhurya G. , Naik Karthik K. Y. , Reddy Neha G. V. , Khan Nikhath A. R. , Kaginelli Mahammad T. , Naripati Jerusa J.
Published: February 2025

Background: Tobacco consumption among municipal waste handlers in India is a major health and economic burden. Aim of the study was to assess the prevalence of tobacco use and awareness about its ill effects among municipal solid waste (MSW) workers in Davanagere city.
Methods: A cross-sectional survey involved a stratified sample of 360 group D municipal workers aged 38.58±10.7 years in Davangere city done from January – April 2023 in the field setting. Data was collected using investigator administered structured proforma which had provision to record demographic characteristics and had a 6 items questionnaire with closed ended responses, tested for validity.
Results: Majority were female workers (51%). Around 74% of were sweepers and rest were waste collectors. Self-reported systemic diseases and oral health problems were prevalent among 11% and 13.33% respectively. Around 39.3% reported using tobacco wherein, 31% used smokeless form and 8.3% used smoking form. Average age of onset of smoking was 25.35±6.39 years. Betel nut and leaf was most common additive (23.3%) used with smokeless tobacco followed by gutka and pan masala. The mean knowledge score of participants was 8.49±1.1 reflecting good knowledge about ill effects of tobacco consumption. Majority of workers believed that tobacco was injurious to health (91.3%), 86.7% were aware of early signs of oral cancer.
Conclusions: Inspite of fair knowledge about harmful effects of tobacco consumption the prevalence of tobacco use was high among group D municipal workers of Davanagere city.
Assessment of nutritional and functional status of elderly in an urban community, Imphal West: a cross-sectional study
Authors: Akham Ngamba , Konthoujam Bemma , Singh Thokchom Amumacha , Singh Th Achouba
Published: February 2025

Background: Nutrition affects the functional capability of the elderly population and functional status is a key indicator of geriatric health. Study was conducted to explore knowledge regarding the nutritional and functional ability status of elderly at the community level in the urban areas of Manipur.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was done among 210 elderly at an urban area. MNA and Katz index of ADL was used for assessing nutritional and functional status of the elderly. Purposive sampling was employed for data collection. Chi-square test and Pearson correlation test was used taking p<0.05 to be statistically significant.
Results: Mean score of MNA was 23.28±3.66 and for Katz index was 5.85±0.71. For nutritional status, half of the participants (105, 50%) were normal, almost half of them (95, 45.2 %) were at risk of malnutrition and a very few (10, 4.8%) were malnourished. For functional status, 4 (1.9%) were highly dependent, 10 (4.9%) were moderately dependent and 196 (93.3%) were highly independent. Marital status and co-morbid conditions were statistically associated with nutritional status (p=0.07) and Katz index score for ADL was negatively correlated (r=-0.16; p=0.02) with age of the participants.
Conclusions: The prevalence of risk of malnutrition was moderate and a very few of the participants were having highly dependent functional status.
Prevalence and trends in hypertension in Andhra Pradesh
Authors: Reddy Sagam Dinesh
Published: February 2025

Hypertension is a significant public health concern globally, contributing to cardiovascular diseases, stroke, and kidney failure. Andhra Pradesh, a southern state in India, has witnessed rapid urbanization and lifestyle changes, potentially influencing hypertension prevalence. This cross-sectional study, conducted at LMR hospital, G Konduru, from January 2022 to December 2023, analyzed data from national health surveys (NFHS, DLHS), state health department records, and published research studies. Findings revealed a significant increase in hypertension prevalence over the last three decades, particularly among urban residents, elderly populations, and males. Urbanization, dietary changes, and sedentary lifestyles were identified as key contributors. Public health interventions had a modest impact on controlling hypertension rates. Comprehensive strategies, including awareness programs and improved healthcare services, are essential for effective hypertension management in Andhra Pradesh.
Unfinished agenda of acute diarrhoeal disease in tea garden of Dibrugarh, Assam
Authors: Nirmolia Nabanita , Mahanta Tulika G. , Roy Sailen
Published: February 2025

About 600 million people fall ill with foodborne illness every year and reporting takes place in the event of mortality or large attendance in health facilities with similar illnesses. An analysis of outbreak of diarrhoeal disease was conducted in a tea garden of Assam using standard IDSP format. Rectal swabs and water samples were tested. In depth interview was conducted with stakeholders. A rapid sanitation survey was done using questionnaire and observation method. Source of drinking water was from individual tube wells without any pre-treatment. Condition of toilets were insanitary with wide practice of open-air defecation. Water sample (8 numbers) from the tube wells were tested and 7 were found contaminated. Rectal swabs collected from 28 individuals and 12 were positive for Vibrio cholera. Attack rate was 2.5% and case fatality rate was 2%. After active intervention the outbreak could be controlled. Provision of adequate potable water, improved sanitation, and hygienic practices and early intervention has potential to prevent the future occurrence of acute diarrhoeal disease and its related mortality.
Bilateral knee prosthetic joint infection: a case report
Authors: Alharbi Yasser M. , Alhumaidi Ibrahim M. , Alamri Asim J. , Jamal Rayan S.
Published: February 2025

Bilateral prosthetic joint infection (PJI) is considered rare and its treatment can be challenging. We present this case report of a 70-year-old male with acute presentation of simultaneous bilateral knee prosthetic joint infection. Initially managed with debridement and implant retention with six weeks of intravenous antibiotics. Six months later presented with left knee pain and swelling with investigations showing left knee prosthetic joint infection and was taken for staged revision arthroplasty. Three weeks following staged revision surgery patient presented with left knee progressive pain and open sinus which then was taken for debridement and polyethylene exchange followed by six weeks of intravenous antibiotics. This case report highlights the prevalence, etiologies and risk factors of simultaneous bilateral PJI. Also discussing available treatment options, antimicrobial therapy durations and some encountered difficulties like infection recurrence.
Advancements in the diagnosis and management of haemophilia from traditional therapies to gene editing: a narrative review
Authors: Alsomali Dunya Yunus , Alzanbaqi Saja Fawzi , Hobani Assal Badr Aldeen , Hamdani Noorain Asif , Alsaadi Rafaa Yousef , Alharbi Sara Abdulsalam , Alahmadi Lujain Saleh , Alsaadi Ghadi Abdullah
Published: February 2025

Rabies is an enzootic and epizootic disease worldwide. In India it is estimated that the number of death due to rabies may be 10 times more than those reported. There are many myths and false beliefs associated with dog bite. 99% of all human deaths due to rabies are occurring in the developing countries. The present study was conducted to study awareness and perception about dog bite cases in the rural area of Maharashtra. Objectives of the study were to determine the knowledge of people about dog bites, to assess the awareness of people pertaining to rabies and anti-rabies vaccination and to study the behavioural practices of people after the dog bites. A Cross-sectional study was conducted in the rural field practice area of a medical college, Pune, Maharashtra. Study was conducted with the help of pre-tested, semi-structured questionnaire for the period of one month and people attending RHTC OPD were included in the study. All individuals above the age of 18 years were included in to the study. Informed consent was taken prior to conduct of the study. Total 144 participants included in the study, 75 (52%) were females and rest were males 48%. Out of these 111 (77%) were aware about dog bite causes disease and among these 52 (46.8%) were aware that dog bite causes rabies. Among the participants, 138 (95.8%) were aware about the vaccine availability and 125 (90.5%) knew vaccine is available in Government Hospital. In the study 88% of dog bite victims received treatment. There is lack of awareness regarding dog bite and its management among the rural population.
Comparative outcomes of respiratory syncytial virus-related bronchiolitis with and without vaccination in children: a review of evidence
Authors: Elbasha Amal Ashour , Alsammak Mai
Published: February 2025

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a leading cause of severe bronchiolitis in infants, accounting for significant morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs globally. It is the most common pathogen identified in infant and young children with lower respiratory tract infection. Vaccination against RSV has emerged as a groundbreaking intervention, offering substantial protection against severe disease. This article examines the outcomes of RSV infections with and without vaccination, providing an evidence-based comparison from recent clinical trials and observational studies. Recent advancement in RSV vaccine development have shown remarkable efficacy in reducing severe disease particularly bronchiolitis. This article also reviews the latest evidence on the effectiveness of maternal RSV vaccination and monoclonal antibodies, highlighting their potential to transform paediatric respiratory care. Despite the efficacy of the vaccination and monoclonal antibodies in reducing morbidity and mortality, both are costly which will be a barrier especially in communities where the virus burden is highest. Global efforts are needed to make the vaccine equitable to all.
Role of e-health, m-health, and telemedicine or telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Mondal Ramkrishna
Published: February 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly disrupted the health system, leading to the adoption of digital technologies such as telemedicine, E-health, and M-health. These technologies offer numerous benefits, such as better resource allocation, reduced infection rates, and community support for patients. However, limited studies have been conducted on the effectiveness of E-health technologies, but they have shown potential to improve healthcare standards. The benefits of telemedicine include cost-effectiveness, the ability to expand higher-order services, and the potential to alleviate future medical doctor shortages. However, further research is needed to improve the trustworthiness of telemedicine-related outcomes. Several countries have issued guidelines for telemedicine, but these guidelines must be extended to address ethical issues and limited internet access due to a lack of telecom infrastructure. Developing countries have not seen widespread adoption of telemedicine, and governments have a crucial role to play in supporting this technology. Enacting and updating technology infrastructure and providing laws and guidelines for overcoming legal and ethical barriers are essential for overcoming these barriers. In conclusion, telemedicine, E-health, and M-health technologies have proven to be effective in addressing the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and will be promoting for a better healthcare in future.
An alternative perspective on heart-brain information processing: a narrative review
Authors: Krishna Dwivedi , Amit Kanthi , Mangesh Pandey
Published: February 2025

The intricate relationship between the heart and the brain has captivated human curiosity for centuries. It is a fascinating aspect of human experience, encompassing both physiological and psychological dimensions. It is a complex relationship that has been contemplated, explored, and interpreted by philosophers, poets, psychologists, and scientists throughout history. Historical perspectives, ranging from the ancient Egyptians who thought the heart was the seat of the soul to the Eastern philosophies that emphasize the significance of the heart's function in meditation and mindfulness, resonate with contemporary scientific discoveries. This review article bridges the gap between the physical and emotional aspects of human existence by exploring the concept of the heart and mind. The purpose of the article is to elucidate the concepts and functioning of the Prana and mind in the cardiac plexus that play an intrinsic role in communication between the heart and brain. Furthermore, the impact of regulated cardiac plexus on physical, mental, and spiritual upliftment with respect to traditional Vedic wisdom and contemporary research. In conclusion, this article mainly presents the two different concepts of information processing as understood by Western and Eastern thought processes. The essential aspect of this difference is the element of the ‘mind’ which, according to the Eastern perspective, stimulates the heart and subsequently the brain to process the information. Understanding and harnessing the concept of mind in the model of cognitive processing offers the potential to open new avenues for readdressing the established cognitive and health models that ultimately help in promoting cognitive health, mental health, and emotional harmony.
Role of community health officers: opportunities and challenges
Authors: Batra Namita , Sharma Kamlesh K.
Published: February 2025

Mid-level health care providers in India were introduced as community health officers under Ayushman Bharat in 2018. There were introduced with objective of providing comprehensive primary health care (CPHC) services through health and wellness centers (HWCs). It is the new cadre that leads the primary care team in providing services under essential care packages at HWCs. They are expected to perform different roles and functions as formulated under the guidelines by Government of India. The job title of community health officer gives the mid-level health care providers, provides opportunity in terms of autonomy, training, management of health and wellness center, leading the team etc., but they face several challenges while performing their tasks under CPHC. The aim of this review paper is to highlight the roles and functions of community health officers and opportunities and challenges they face while delivering services to people.
Advancing early breast cancer detection with artificial intelligence in low-resource healthcare systems: a narrative review
Authors: Corrales Vanessa Vidaurre , Shyyab Ibrahim Marouf  Yasin Al , Gowda Nisha S. , Alaawad Mahmood , Mohamed Mai Yasir Hamdalla , Almistarihi Omar Jihad Saleh , Gopala Ashwin Hassan , Jayaprakash Navneeth , Yadav Prerna , Jakka Jayanth , Singh Vaibhav
Published: February 2025

Breast cancer is a leading cause of illness and death worldwide, with early detection being key to improving survival rates. However, in low-resource settings, the lack of accessible, affordable, and efficient screening methods significantly hinders timely diagnosis and intervention. Traditional breast cancer screening methods, such as mammography, are often unavailable or impractical in these regions due to high costs, inadequate infrastructure, and a shortage of trained professionals. To address these challenges, artificial intelligence (AI) technologies have emerged as promising tools to enhance breast cancer screening. AI-based solutions, such as AI-enhanced mammography, ultrasound imaging, thermography, and mobile applications, have the potential to address challenges in low-resource settings by offering cost-effective, portable, and user-friendly alternatives. These innovations can facilitate early detection, decrease diagnostic errors, and empower healthcare workers with limited training to perform screenings effectively. This review examines the role of AI in breast cancer screening, particularly in low-resource settings. It highlights the challenges associated with conventional screening methods and explores how AI can help fill these gaps. Success stories from initiatives such as RAD-AID International, Tata memorial centre, and the AI-driven ultrasound project in Rwanda demonstrate the feasibility of integrating AI tools into underserved healthcare systems. The review also discusses strategies for effective AI integration, including data collection, infrastructure development, and training. Additionally, it outlines future directions for enhancing AI applications in global health. AI has the potential to bridge the gap in breast cancer screening, ensuring that underserved populations benefit from improved early detection and better health outcomes. This review provides a comprehensive overview of AI applications in breast cancer screening and offers insights into the future of AI in low-resource healthcare systems.
The speech for the opening day of the Department of the Polish Language at the Imperial University of Kharkiv by Pyotr Hulak-Artemovsky and its (not only) linguistic contexts
Authors: Dąbrowska Magdalena
Published: February 2025

Artykuł przedstawia początki Katedry Języka Polskiego w Cesarskim Uniwersytecie Charkowskim na podstawie Mowy na dzień otwarcia Katedry Języka Polskiego przy Cesarskim Uniwersytecie Charkowskim Piotra (Petro Petrowycz) Hułaka-Artemowskiego (1790-1865). Dzieło zostało opublikowane w języku rosyjskim w czasopiśmie „Ukrainskij Wiestnik” w 1819 roku. Dodatkowy materiał stanowią dokumenty prawne (rozporządzenie Ministerstwa Oświaty z 25 lipca 1818 roku) oraz wspomnienia studentów. Dzieło Hułaka-Artemowskiego składa się z motta oraz trzech części (pochwała Aleksandra I, założyciela Uniwersytetu Charkowskiego; zarys dziejów języka i literatury polskiej oraz historii Polski; nauczanie języka polskiego w Charkowie). Studenci z Charkowa byli tłumaczami literatury polskiej na język rosyjski (wiersze Adama Naruszewicza i Franciszka Karpińskiego). Artykuł dotyczy dziejów ośrodków polonistycznych w Europie Wschodniej, metod nauczania języka polskiego i recepcji literatury polskiej okresu Oświecenia.
Developing plurilingual competence in the context of teaching Polish as a foreign language
Authors: Prizel-Kania Adriana , Terka Beata
Published: February 2025

Pojęcie kompetencji różnojęzycznej oraz postulaty jej systemowego rozwijania obecne są na gruncie glottodydaktyki od ponad ćwierć wieku, niemniej jednak koncepcje ich realizowania pozostają wciąż na marginesie praktyki dydaktycznej. Z tego względu w artykule opisano zmiany w myśleniu o edukacji językowej – od koncepcji wielojęzyczności (multilingualism) do koncentracji na kształceniu kompetencji różnojęzycznej i różnokulturowej (plurilingual and pluricultural competence) oraz przybliżono kluczowe koncepcje dydaktyczne w zakresie jej rozwijania (np. technika siedmiu sit, model SMART). W części aplikacyjnej artykułu przedstawiono sposoby rozwijania strategii prowadzących do pełniejszego wykorzystywania potencjału językowego przez jednostkę oraz przykłady aktywności służących temu celowi. Prezentowane rozwiązania powstały z myślą o osobach rozpoczynających naukę języka polskiego jako obcego, a sposoby wykonania proponowanych zadań stanowią ilustrację dla przedstawianych w artykule tez i postulatów. W odniesieniu do przeprowadzonych badań omówiono także czynniki wpływające na efektywność wnioskowania międzyjęzykowego oraz umiejętności budowania wiedzy na temat systemu gramatycznego nowego języka w oparciu o dostarczone wskazówki. Kompetencja różnojęzyczna jest bowiem konstruktem wysoce zindywidualizowanym i zależnym od znajomości innych języków obcych, świadomości metakognitywnej oraz wcześniejszych doświadczeń edukacyjnych, co stanowi dodatkowy argument przemawiający za wprowadzaniem aktywności ją rozwijających w ramach kształcenia językowego – także na gruncie glottodydaktyki polonistycznej.
Flow Stresses in a Hollow Disc of Al 6063 Subjected to Various Interfacial Conditions
Authors: Kakkeri Shrishail , Patil Namdev Ashok , Singh Swati , Nisha S. K.
Published: February 2025

Forging is an operation of deforming the material to the required shape. The forged part will have grain refinement and a good surface finish. Sometimes, especially in cold forming, the finishing operations may not require further machining. The amount of load applied, the rate of deformation, and the surface conditions between the die and workpiece decide the filling of the die without any defects in the deformed components. The flow strength or the flow stress of the material decides the plastic deformation of the material under specified operating conditions. Hence, the flow stress in the bulk deformation of materials has drawn the attention of researchers. Several techniques are made available to find the flow stresses experimentally. Due to simplicity, the Ring Compression Test (RTC) is a more commonly used method. This test utilises the dimensional change of the specimen during compression. Here, an attempt has been made to quantitively analyse the prevailing frictional conditions in the Al 6063 hollow disc using castor oil, grease and dry lubrication conditions. The dimensional changes in the ring were used to draw the friction calibration curves and the stress-strain curves. The friction calibration curves were used to find the friction coefficient. The stress-strain curves were used to form the flow stress equations depending on the prevailing interface conditions. The strength coefficient and the strain hardening coefficient relations were proposed to build empirical relations of flow stresses for various interfacial conditions.
Major Findings: The paper shows, an estimation of friction coefficient and flow stresses in the materials by RCT. The test results indicated that the mathematical model formed for a material under defined process conditions data will be helpful for Finite Element (FE) simulation of the process.
Epistemological Obstacles in Solving 2D Geometry Problems Using Adversity Quotient
Authors: Azmi Memen Permata , Purwanto Purwanto , Anwar Lathiful , Muksar Makbul
Published: February 2025

Creative thinking in problem-solving hinges on the ability to find original solutions. However, prospective mathematics teachers (PMTs) face epistemological barriers when they attempt to solve 2D geometry problems. Existing studies depict the adversity quotient (AQ) affecting the way individuals attempt to solve problems, but the relationships between AQ and the types of epistemological obstacles are not well understood. This study aims to identify the epistemological obstacles faced by PMTs in finding original solutions to 2D geometry problems based on their AQ. The hypothesis suggests that the variations in AQ levels will exhibit variance in the types and the number of epistemological obstacles. This qualitative case study involved 22 third-year PMTs from an Indonesian university. Data were collected through tests measuring original thinking on 2D geometry and task-based interviews with eight selected participants. Results identified three types of epistemological obstacles among AQ Climbers, seven types among AQ campers, and five types among AQ quitters in seeking original solutions to 2D geometry problems.
Enhancing Impulse Buying Among Generation Z Through Social Presence in E-Commerce Live Streaming
Authors: Andika Andika , Najmudin Mohamad , Nasution Atika Aini , Anisah Tiara Nur , Luthfiana Della Nanda , Nadia Nadia
Published: February 2025

The rapid development of digital landscapes has significantly transformed consumer shopping behavior, making e-commerce integral to daily life in Indonesia. Generation Z, born and raised in the digital era, represents a substantial segment of e-commerce users with impulsive buying tendencies. Although e-commerce is widely adopted, there is still a limited insight into how social presence (SP) during live streaming affects impulsive purchasing behaviors within Generation Z. This research offers an in-depth examination of how SP within e-commerce live streaming platforms influences impulsive purchasing behavior, framed by the Social Presence Theory. Data were collected through online surveys from 263 Generation Z respondents with live streaming e-commerce shopping experience. The proposed hypotheses were tested through structural equation modeling. The findings reveal that the presence of livestream hosts and their product demonstrations significantly improve perceived usefulness and positive emotions, both of which spark impulsive buying urges and actions. The study also highlights that the presence of other viewers positively affects perceived usefulness but not positive emotions.These findings emphasize the need for integrating social components into live streaming to foster interactive and emotionally gratifying shopping experiences. The research contributes to the academic field and offers practical insights for developing more effective digital marketing strategies.
Digitization Process in a Changing Global Environment
Authors: Garafonova Olga , Dvornyk Oleksii , Sharov Volodymyr , Zhosan Hanna , Yankovoi Roman , Lomachynska Iryna
Published: February 2025

This article aims to analyze modern technologies' impact on business process management approaches in the context of digitization and innovative management. Drawing on an extensive literature review, the study explores key themes such as the role of digital technologies in transforming traditional business practices, fostering innovation, and addressing market demands. The problem under investigation centers on the evolving nature of business process management in response to rapid technological advancements and the need for innovative strategies. The research is guided by the hypothesis that digitization and innovative management are critical drivers of efficiency, productivity, and competitive advantage in the contemporary business environment. A mixed-methods approach was employed to test this hypothesis, combining statistical data analysis, case studies of leading global and Ukrainian enterprises (including Amazon, Nova Poshta, and SoftServe), and regression modeling. The study sample includes data from eight enterprises and insights from 15 managers representing various industries. The results indicate that adopting digital technologies, such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and IoT, significantly enhances business process automation, customer interaction, and organizational efficiency. The findings highlight notable growth trends in digital transformation indicators, including profitability, innovation output, and market competitiveness. Companies prioritizing digital innovations experience higher financial performance and adaptability in a dynamic market environment. This study underscores the implications of digitization for business process management, providing actionable insights for managers aiming to develop effective strategies for integrating digital and innovative practices. The research contributes to the theoretical understanding of digital transformation and offers practical applications for businesses seeking sustained growth and competitive advantage.
A New Model of Sustainable Quality Management in Hotel Companies
Authors: Pamić Roberta Kontošić , Slivar Iva , Periša Ana
Published: February 2025

The travel and hospitality sector represent a cornerstone of global economic activity, significantly influencing financial systems worldwide. Its huge impact on the environment, society and economy has brought it into focus, making it important to achieve sustainability in all its segments, along with excellence and quality. These two concepts have been widely researched separately, but the same cannot be stated for their interrelationship. The goal of this paper is to suggest a new model of sustainable quality management for hotel companies, aiming to identify the most suitable approach for this specific industry. For this purpose, secondary research was conducted aimed at answering the research question: How can the key models of quality and sustainable development be embedded into a framework apt for hotel companies? The authors proposed the model which is derivate from existing models such as Balanced Scorecard (BSC) by Kaplan and Norton which focuses on four perspectives: (a) Learning and growth, finance, customers and internal processes; (b) ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System and ISO 14001:2015; (c) European Foundation for Quality Management framework and (d) United Nations Sustainable development goals (SDGs). In the future, additional research should be done, in order to see the hotel industry perspective for the proposed model implementation.
Method for Assessing Quality Assurance in Higher Education Institutions
Authors: Biloshchytskyi Andrii , Mukhatayev Aidos , Kuchanskyi Oleksandr , Omirbayev Serik , Andrashko Yurii , Biloshchytska Svitlana
Published: February 2025

o ensure the evaluation of higher education quality, it is necessary to analyze a wide range of factors that directly or indirectly affect teaching efficiency, the productivity of educators and researchers, as well as the international connections of the university. The study explores the fundamental principles of forming the informational environment of universities. The research hypothesis posits that the method for calculating the generalized volume of the (h-1)-simplex can be used for effectively assessing the quality of higher education in universities. For the validation of the proposed method, the activities of higher education institutions in the Republic of Kazakhstan were analyzed. The study examined the principles of forming their informational educational environments and developed a university ranking using the proposed method based on data from the national system of institutional evaluation (IQAA). A comparative analysis was conducted between the developed rankings and the global QS university rankings.
Exploring Social Presence for Economics and Business Preservice Teachers
Authors: Dalimunthe Muhammad Bukhori , Dewi Rosmala , Haryadi Haryadi , Haryono Agung , Narmaditya Bagus Shandy
Published: February 2025

Social presence is a social interaction that involves emotional and psychological feelings mediated by information technology that aims to create real and meaningful communication experiences in their connectedness in the network. This research aims to construct a social presence model in online learning for economics and business preservice teachers. In theory, social presence consists of three dimensions, awareness, cognitive, and affective as exogenous. Furthermore, the quality of social presence interaction has the concepts of intimacy and immediacy as intervening. This research involved 680 economics and business preservice teachers who studied at Universitas Negeri Medan, Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara, Universitas Muslim Nusantara Al-Washliyah, and Universitas HKBP Nomensen Medan. Data collection used a questionnaire distributed randomly to the campuses involved using google forms. Data analysis uses a structural equation model through measurement and structural models via SmartPLS. Findings show that the measurement model is reflective through testing construct validity and reliability. The model structural constructed by awareness, cognitive, affective, intimacy, and immediacy has been proven through GoF testing. Implicatively, cognitive and affective significantly impact social presence through intimacy and immediacy in online learning for economics and business preservice teachers. However, effort is still needed to raise awareness for preservice teachers to accept virtual interactions immediately, which is expected to improve social presence interaction in online learning.
Mapping the Landscape of Risk Management in Islamic Banking: A Bibliometric Exploration
Authors: Apriantoro Muhamad Subhi , Mawarti Anggraini Arum , Puspa Fina Nusa
Published: February 2025

Islamic banking, a field that significantly diverges from conventional financial systems, is gaining prominence globally. Understanding the risk of management strategies is a matter of interest and a critical need in the academic community. This study, a meticulously conducted comprehensive bibliometric analysis, is a testament to the commitment to exploring the scope and depth of existing research on risk management within Islamic banking regularly. Utilizing data from the Scopus database from 1991 to 2023, the analysis covers 716 documents from 315 sources. The objective is to delineate the intellectual contours of risk management in Islamic banking, identifying predominant themes, leading authors, and critical institutional contributors. The results show a vigorous annual increase in publications, high citation rates per document, and significant international collaborations, underscoring Islamic banking research's dynamic and impactful nature in fostering a resilient and ethically oriented global financial framework.
The Impact of Higher Education in Transition Students-Graduates in Socio Economic Level and Employment: Colombian Case
Authors: Moreno-Gomez Jorge , Navarro-Manotas Evaristo , Silvera-Hernandez Lesly , Misat-Gomez Giovanny
Published: February 2025

The objective of this article is to examine how higher education contributes to students' employment rates and socioeconomic standing once they graduate. A literature review has been conducted, looking to identify the main particularities that exist in the study of higher education’s impact in the employment and social status. For the empirical application this study uses a unique primary dataset that includes information about their employment status and socioeconomic standing at the start and at the end of their studies between 2016 and 2021 for 5400 students at Universidad de la Costa. This study employs a multinomial logit model, the result shows that the transition of student-graduates’ increases (from 12.4% to 44.4%) the number of persons who are employed when they obtain their degrees. In contrast with the evidence showing significant changes in socio-economic level, there are no significant differences between men and women regarding employment status. The findings of this paper offer relevant information to government and education policymaker to design strategies that promote the higher education in Colombia.
Simulation and Experimental of PSMEID with Preview for Controlling Shock Vibration on UAV's Landing Gear
Authors: Darmawan Darmawan , Lovelyson Lovelyson , Rusli Meifal , Kurnia Rahmadi
Published: February 2025

Several studies have been conducted on developing semi-active shock absorbers operating based on the principle of momentum exchange, more commonly known as Pre-Straining Spring Momentum Exchange Impact Damper (PSMEID). The initial concept of developing PSMEID was introduced as a customizable passive shock absorber system that can be transformed into an active damper by adding a simple mechatronic system to activate the vibration-damping process. This research initially simulated and conducted experimental studies on applying PSMEID to dampen shock vibrations on the landing gear of uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs) with the addition of active time prediction (preview). This study proves that PSMEID equipped with an active time prediction system reduces the amplitude of shock vibration acceleration during the landing process. Placing PSMEID on the landing gear side (suspended mass) effectively reduces the maximum vibration acceleration values. Through simulations, the variation of the fall height determines when it is appropriate to activate the PSMEID to reduce the amplitude of the vibration excursion. Activating the PSMEID just before the impact of the landing gear on the runway surface is dominant to isolate the vibration in the main mass. Meanwhile, experiments using a drop-test mechanism with varying drop heights show that PSMEID can dampen maximum acceleration even when activated a few moments before impact. The phenomena observed in the experimental results are consistent with simulation outcomes for specific prominent mass cases. However, this research emphasizes that PSMEID should be equipped with a sensor system with impact time prediction to achieve more optimal results, as demonstrated in this research experiment.
An Investigation into ChatGPT-Enhanced Adaptive E-learning Systems
Authors: Alshammari Mohammad T.
Published: February 2025

Artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT can impact an individual's cognitive processes, such as thinking, learning, and problem-solving. Recent studies have explored ChatGPT in education, but they mainly rely on educator and learner surveys for feedback and report qualitative data findings. There is also a lack of controlled experiments measuring the effect of integrating ChatGPT into Adaptive E-learning Systems (AESs) on learning. This paper aims to fill this research gap by evaluating AESs incorporating ChatGPT on learning outcomes and learner satisfaction. A framework for ChatGPT-enhanced AESs was proposed. An AES was developed based on this framework and served as the primary learning platform in a controlled experiment to teach Java programming. The experiment involved 54 male first-year undergraduate students majoring in Business Administration and primarily focused on evaluating learning outcomes and learner satisfaction. The results indicated that the AES with ChatGPT led to better outcomes and higher learning satisfaction than the AES without ChatGPT. This paper discusses these findings and suggests future research directions.
Spouses addressing their parents-in-law in Russian culture
Authors:   Penza State University, Krylova Irina A. , Peskova Elena A. ,   Penza State University
Published: February 2025

The paper examines the forms of addressing the nearest in-law relatives existing in Russian family communication. Addresses to
family members are among the oldest means of appealing and are marked by national identity in any culture. The Russian culture undoubtedly has its own traditions, norms and rules for choosing family addresses, which change under the influence of extralinguistic and linguistic
factors, since the address is generally by its nature a “flexible” and frequent unit of language and speech, actively reacting to various kinds of
social and linguistic transformations. By analyzing examples from literature and other sources, the authors identify key forms of address for
in-laws in the Russian culture at different points in time. The article brings up an issue of whether the tradition of addressing a father-in-law, a
mother-in-law as one’s parents has been lost in modern everyday communication; the authors register which forms of addressing the in-laws
are used by the modern Russian speakers, which preferences can be observed nowadays, given that the pragmatic informativeness of the
address is associated with “you” (thou) or “you” registers of communication. Using the data from the survey of the residents of a Volga region of Russia, the article outlines the forms of address used in modern-day family communication and proposes a framework for categorizing
forms of addressing parents-in-law; it also characterizes the traditions and strategies which determine their choice in the modern society.
Synchronous-diachronic analysis of the thematic group “Supernatural beings in religious cultures” (on the material of the Russian language)
Authors:   Saratov State University, Severina Ekaterina A.
Published: February 2025

The study deals with the synchronous-diachronic analysis of the thematic group “Supernatural beings in religious cultures”, formed on
the basis of Semantic dictionary edited by N. Y. Shvedova and including lexical units denoting the names of God and the Mother of God; angels
and saints; persons with magical abilities performing occult actions; evil forces hostile to man; animal characters in religious cultures. The work
examines the structure of the group, the vocabulary representation of the lexemes of the group, as well as the functioning of its units in texts of
various periods of the history of the Russian language in different time periods from the 11th century to the present. Russian historical dictionaries,
etymological dictionaries, modern explanatory dictionaries of Russian, as well as texts of the Russian National Corpus (Old East Slavic, Church
Slavonic, Main Corpus) served as the material for the study. In the course of the research the group was analyzed within the allocated time
intervals, and then the results of the synchronous statistics for each of them were compared. Based on the data obtained during the analysis,
conclusions were drawn about the state of the thematic group at different stages of the historical development of the Russian language: the
first lexicographic records of units at specified time intervals were identified; lexemes that underwent semantic changes over time were noted; lexical units that make up the core of the group, as well as its near-nuclear zone and periphery were singled out. The etymological analysis made
it possible to establish ways of forming new words of the thematic group under consideration, as well as to determine the nature of borrowings.