bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Estudo sobre o fortalecimento do turismo comunitário na Ilha Diana, Santos (Brasil)
Authors: Marchesini Renato ,   Universidade Federal de São Paulo (Brasil), Claro José Alberto Carvalho dos Santos , Vieira Almir Martins , Batista Sylvia Helena Souza da Silva ,   Universidade Federal de São Paulo (Brasil),   Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie (Brasil),   Universidade Federal de São Paulo (Brasil)
Published: July 2024

This study is directed at describing the process of strengthening community tourism on Ilha Diana, in the City of Santos, on the coast of São Paulo, Brazil, and to understand how the intervention and identification of means to guarantee and safeguard the preservation of local traditions through sustainable community tourism took place. The research strategy used a single-case study, consisting of a protocol that used participant observation, bibliographical research, and documentary research. The means used to maintain and assist the preservation of traditions considered local were identified with the idea of a model for community and tourism strengthening. Key guidelines for community visitation programmes were identified as bases for local policies aimed at promoting socio-environmental development and proposing conceptual and practical bases for establishing management models for tourist destinations with a focus on the conservation of tangible and intangible heritage.
La estructura del conocimiento científico sobre las rutas del vino: Un análisis bibliométrico
Authors: Martínez Falcó Javier ,   Universidad de Alicante (España), Marco-Lajara Bartolomé , Sánchez-García Eduardo , Millán-Tudela Luis A. ,   Universidad de Alicante (España),   Universidad de Alicante (España),   Universidad de Alicante (España)
Published: July 2024

The purpose of this research is to carry out a bibliometric analysis of the scientific production indexed in the main collection of the Web of Science (WoS) database between 1996 and 2021 on wine routes. Given the scarcity of bibliometric reviews on this subject, this research may serve by way of reference for both the academics and professionals in the wine sector who wish greater in-depth knowledge of how this type of tourism is structured. The results of the study show that, among other aspects, academic documents on wine routes date back to the end of the 1990s, highlighting articles as the main means of disseminating research results, as well as the weighting of research mostly found in the Old World as opposed to the New World.
Analysis and Criticism of Mind Transfer
Authors: Laki Beáta
Published: July 2024

In this article, I examine a futuristic but not unimaginable optional opportunity of immortality – mind transfer – which has a strong connection with neuroscience, computer science, cognitive research, artificial intelligence and finally philosophy. I analyse this promising procedure from different points of view, such as regarding the potential difficulties of human transformation and the confusing issue of consciousness. The methodologies of mapping and scanning the human brain demonstrate contemporary technologies’ capabilities, but their limitations are apparent, too. I find that using mind transfer to ensureor give humans the opportunity to extend their lifespan is not possible with the current level of knowledge and technology. I prove this through an analysis of a thought experiment and examine the differences between the person and the uploaded copy of it, making clear why mind transfer seems to be an impossible challenge right now. Although the use of AI provides great opportunities to support and improve humanity, we can conclude that its usage within present methodologies and technologies is neither sufficient to achieve eternal life nor remove the limitations of time. With the mind transfer procedure, we can preserve information only about humanity and not the essence that makes it unique.
Pierwsze konstytucje mniszek Zakonu św. Marii Magdaleny od Pokuty: Reguła św. Sykstusa
Authors: Stefaniak Piotr
Published: July 2024

Samoistnie powstałe na terenie zachodniej i środkowej Europy klasztory pokutniczek zostały w 1227 r., dzięki działalności kanonika Rudolfa z Wormacji, połączone w nowy zakon: Ordo sanctae Mariae Magdalenae de Poenitentia. Początkowo mniszki stosowały się do reguły benedyktyńskiej w wydaniu cysterskim, jednak z uwagi na specyfikę powołania, konieczna okazała się zmiana prawa własnego. Dokonał tego w 1232 r. papież Grzegorz IX, nadając magdalenkom tzw. Regułę św. Augustyna i konstytucje mniszek dominikańskich (tzw. Regułę św. Sykstusa). Mimo że egzemplarz oryginalnej bulli GrzegorzaIX pozostaje nieodnaleziony, to jej tekst został opublikowany w Zbiorze Dokumentów Miasta Fryburga w Saksonii przez Huberta Ermischa w Lipsku w 1883 r. Ponadto bulla papieska z tekstem Reguły św. Sykstusa znana jest z Bullarium Ordinis Praedicatorum z 1729 r.Najstarszy dokument zawierający Regułę św. Sykstusa przechowywany jest w Archiwum Państwowym we Wrocławiu, w zespole akt Naumburg a. Queis. W artykule przygotowano polskie tłumaczenie reguły zachowanego tekstu z klasztoru nowogrodzieckiego, która pozostajewspólnym dziedzictwem zarówno dla magdalenek, jak i dominikanek.
„Goodbye my friend, it’s hard to die…“
Authors: Kieslinger Kristina , Schlögl-Flierl Kerstin
Published: July 2024

Dass es – mit Blick auf Deutschland – zu einem ‚Sterben‘ der bisherigen Form von Kirche kommt, ist unaufhaltsam. Deshalb schlägt dieser Beitrag eine Ethik der Sterbebegleitung der uns bis jetzt bekannten Kirchenerscheinungsbilder und Praxen vor, um den theologischen Sinn der Kirche neu hervorzuheben. Es geht darum die Bedeutung der Stärkung der Ambiguitätstoleranz für kirchliches Handeln und der lebensweltlichen Verankerung von kirchlichen Vollzügen ethisch zu reflektieren. Vereindeutigungstendenzen undstarrem Vorgehen ist mit einer spirituellen Erneuerung zu begegnen, welche den Blick über die Grabenkämpfe hinaus zu einer Ethik der Vulnerabilität lenkt.
Lex orandi – lex credendi w liturgii rzymskiej: na przykładzie odnowienia Modlitwy Powszechnej Wielkiego Piątku w 1965 r.
Authors: Makowski Dawid
Published: July 2024

Prezentowany artykuł przedstawia znaczenie sentencji lex orandi – lex credendi na przykładzie odnowy wielkopiątkowej modlitwy powszechnej w 1965 r. Chodzi o relację, jaka zachodzi pomiędzy przedmiotem wiary a jego wyrażaniem; pomiędzy teologią a liturgią. Tę relację daje sięw sposób szczególny zauważyć w odnowie dziewięciu wezwań modlitwy powszechnej liturgii Wielkiego Piątku, która była ściśle związana z orzeczeniami Soboru Watykańskiego II (1962–1965). Na tym przykładzie została omówiona owa zależność z uwzględnieniem historii kształtowania się tych modlitw, czemu została poświęcona pierwsza część tekstu. Dalej jest mowa o soborowej nauce na temat ekumenizmu oraz eklezjologii. Na końcu artykułprzedstawia implementację uchwalonej doktryny.
Opat Adalbert Kurzeja OSB jako przedstawiciel pojednania polsko-niemieckiego
Authors: Pawlak Przemysław
Published: July 2024

O. Adalbert Kurzeja jako Ślązak dbał bardzo o pojednanie polsko-niemieckie. Korespondował z licznymi osobami zaangażowanymi w to dzieło. Wśród nich byli kard. Bolesław Kominek i abp Alfons Nossol. Był mocno związany z wieloma ośrodkami i osobami na Śląsku, a także gościem wielu przełomowych wydarzeń, np. Mszy św. w Krzyżowejczy uczestnikiem manifestacji europejskiej w Łubowicach. Spotykał się często ze Ślązakami w trakcie różnych pielgrzymek, chociażby w Neviges. Był mocno związany z rodzinnymi stronami i Kuźnią Raciborską. Bardzo dbał o pocysterskie opactwo w Rudach. Z wielką chęcią bywał w rodzinnym mieście i śledził jego rozwój.
Impact of Family Livelihood on the Spatial Organisation of Indigenous Housing in Boshrouye, Iran
Authors: Ghochani Yasaman Hashemi , Hosseini Akram
Published: July 2024

Indigenous housing has been created to cater to the cultural, social, and economic needs of society as well as its family livelihood. Boshrouye City, located in South Khorasan Province, Iran, has a special livelihood system with valuable examples of indigenous housing. The present study aims to investigate the effects of the family livelihood and its associated activities on the spatial organisation of housing. For this purpose, 20 samples of indigenous houses were selected non-randomly and investigated based on the space syntax theory. Plans of houses were analysed using UCL Depthmap software and then evaluated through Convex and Isovist map analyses. The research method employed was the interpretive method. The results of the study indicate that the model of family livelihood has a significant impact on the spatial organisation of housing in Boshrouye City. This model has employed physical means, including the creation of new spaces and changing the role and configuration of spaces to protect the privacy of occupants. This privacy is one of the cultural requirements of this region.
Corporate Social Responsibility in Rural Development: Insights from CSR Initiatives of a Public Sector Company
Authors: Reji Edakkandi Meethal
Published: July 2024

Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is emerging as a business-led solution for addressing development challenges, such as poverty, malnutrition, and inadequate infrastructure. However, there is limited research available on the process by which companies introduce innovative CSR practices to tackle these social problems. This study draws insights from a case study of CSR initiatives of a public sector company in India to examine the emergence and implementation of innovative CSR practices. The study reveals that CSR practices are influenced by the company’s commitment and institutionalising a dynamic process of implementation and stakeholder engagement, and governance of partner relations. It is found that stakeholder engagement and partnerships not only attribute legitimacy but also ensure greater participation of the local community in problem-solving and the creation of shared value. Moreover, the formation of partnerships and collaborations contributes to the development of better solutions that serve the needs of the local community. These findings have implications for the design and implementation of innovative CSR practices, particularly in resource-constrained rural settings.
Writer Independent Offline Signature Verification System using Global and Local Geometric Features
Authors: S.M. Al-Khaffaf Hasan , M. Yaseen Iman
Published: July 2024

The objective of this paper is to propose an offline signature verification system (OSVS) designed for writer-independent applications. The system shall differentiate between original and forged signatures. The system encompasses key stages such as pre-processing, feature extraction, and model training and testing, employing the Support Vector Machine algorithm for classification. One challenge in creating a good OSVS is to find proper signature features to be used in the training/classification phases. In this research, global and local features are utilized. This includes signature area, mean, standard deviation, perimeter, number of connected components, number of vertical and horizontal edges, number of end points, number of branch points, and number of lines. The contributions of this paper are on several aspects of the offline signature verification process. Investigation in this study include data pre-processing techniques (normalization vs. standardization), kernel selection (Poly vs. RBF), dataset distribution for training and testing (80%-20% vs. 5-fold), and variations of the C and gamma parameters (C=1, 10, 100 and gamma=1, 10, 100). Improving the recognition rate involves removing of features with little or bad effect on the recognition rate. An algorithm for model-agnostic feature importance is executed, revealing that the most crucial features in the classification process are mean, standard deviation, perimeter, number of connected components, and number of end points. Signatures are classified as either original or forgery, and the model's performance is assessed on the CEDAR dataset. Experimental results shows a 95.65% accuracy of the proposed system when utilizing standardization with the RBF kernel.
Comparison of hematologic parameters as predictors of severity in COVID-19: A single-center cross-sectional study
Authors: Gogoi Priyanka , Diwaker Preeti , Kapoor Ruchi , Narang Shiva , Goswami Saurabh Jyoti
Published: July 2024

COVID-19 disease was a global pandemic that marred humanity globally from 2019 end till early 2023. The diseases caused by the novel SARS cov2 virus had a wide array of presentations, from asymptomatic to mild illness to severe acute respiratory illness, with patients presenting with ‘happy hypoxia and sudden deterioration of clinical condition to multiorgan involvement and proven to be fatal in many cases. There was an effort to identify a point-of-care test to screen patients so as to predict the disease course; therefore, this study was designed to compare hematologic parameters to predict the severity of the disease. This study showed that TLC,dNLR, and NLR can be effectively used in diagnosing severe COVID-19.
A review of the adverse impacts of allergic rhinitis on health-related quality of life and its evaluation
Authors: Srivastava Pragya , Patil Sheetal Ajit
Published: July 2024

It has been proven that successfully treating allergic rhinitis (AR) with non-sedating antihistamines, intranasal corticosteroids, and other widely used, approved treatments results in improvements in health-related quality of-life questionnaires by incorporating health-related quality of life measures in clinical trials. Analyze therapeutic modalities that provide reliable and practical solutions to minimize the effects of this illness. The effects of AR on people’s health and quality of life should be examined by doctors. Better patient-provider communication and a deeper comprehension of AR may help with the treatment of this illness.
A rare presentation of saccular aneurysm at junction of middle carotid artery and internal carotid artery mimicking the normal tension glaucoma
Authors: Mahakal Dipika Govindbhai , Shah Aavisha Vikash , Prajapati Kamini M. , Bhagat Purvi Raj
Published: July 2024

Acquired (pathologic) excavation of the optic cup is not always due to glaucoma. Ophthalmological signs of pathological disc cupping have been recognised in patients with normal intraocular pressures and with optic atrophy of various causes including ischaemic and compressive optic neuropathy, optic neuritis and trauma. Intracranial lesions have been reported to mimic the clinical presentation of glaucomatous optic disc changes and have also resulted in misdiagnosis. Optic atrophy caused by intracranial lesions shows pallor more than cupping. The macular nasal–temporal ratio compares the nasal and temporal thickness of the macular ganglion cell and inner plexiform layer and can be used to differentiate between compressive and non-compressive lesions as depicted in this case. This case report also suggests the importance of different imaging modalities in diagnosing compressive lesions and differentiating them from similar conditions.
Resuscitation following trauma & role of trauma training programmes in emergency settings: A literature review & survey
Authors: Nathani Priyansh , Seit-Yagyayeva Niyara , Veetil Deepa Kizhakke , Iyer Himanshu , Basak Debojit , Alty Isaac G. , Chatterjee Shamita , Raykar Nakul P. , Roy Nobhojit , Bhargava Stuti , Sarang Bhakti
Published: July 2024

Background & objectives

Traumatic injuries, especially in low- and middle- income countries (LMICs), present significant challenges in patient resuscitation and healthcare delivery. This study explores the role of trauma training programmes in improving patient outcomes and reducing preventable trauma-related deaths.

Methods

A dual approach was adopted, first a literature review of trauma training in LMICs over the past decade, along with a situational assessment survey. For the review of literature, we searched the PubMed database to identify key challenges and innovative practices in trauma training programmes in LMIC’s. The survey, conducted among healthcare professionals in various LMICs, collected direct insights into the challenges and the status of trauma training programmes in these countries.

Results

The literature review analysed 68 articles, with a significant focus on the African subcontinent (36 studies), underscoring the region’s emphasis on research on trauma training programmes. These studies mainly targeted physicians, clinicians, postgraduate trainees in surgical or anaesthesia fields and medical students (86.8%), highlighting innovations like simulation-based training and the cascading training model. In our survey, we received 34 responses from healthcare professionals in India, Belarus, Azerbaijan, Nepal and Pakistan. Around 52.9 per cent reported the absence of established trauma training programmes in their settings. The majority of respondents advocated for hands-on, simulation-based training (94.1%) and emphasised the need for structured training programmes (85.3%), feedback sessions (70.6%) and updated protocols (61.8%). This combined data underlined the critical gaps and potential improvements in trauma training programmes and resuscitation practices in LMICs.

Interpretation & conclusions

Effective trauma care in LMICs requires the establishment of comprehensive, tailored training programmes. Key interventions should include subsidization of pre-existing trauma courses and the adoption of World Health Organization Guidelines for essential trauma care, implementation of trauma quality improvement and review processes and the incorporation of focused assessment with sonography in trauma (FAST) in emergency departments. These steps are crucial for equipping healthcare workers with vital skills and knowledge, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement in the realm of trauma care.
Real-world uptake of an innovative pupil expander device for cataract surgery: Implementation lessons learnt
Authors: Bhattacharjee Suven
Published: July 2024

Cataract surgery in the eyes, where the pupil does not dilate despite using eye drops, is fraught with vision-threatening complications. About 11 per cent of eyes undergoing cataract surgery have non-dilating, small pupils. The increasing prevalence of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), hypertension, diabetes and medications used for the same are the contributing factors. The recent Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for the use of miotic agents in the treatment of presbyopia will lead to a further rise in the number of non-dilating pupils. While pharmacological agents and other methods have been used, mechanical pupil expander devices are the only fail safe option. However, available devices had a steep learning curve and limitations which made them difficult to use, unpredictable and unsafe. With its patented single plane, hexagonal, notches and flanges design, the US FDA registered B-HEX Pupil Expander (Med Invent Devices Pvt. Ltd., India) overcame these limitations and fulfilled an unmet need. The B-HEX is machinable, rapidly produced, consistent, easy to use, safe, and affordable. Despite such advantages, implementation hurdles have restricted its availability to healthcare systems worldwide. Peer acceptance has been steadily growing, with the B-HEX becoming the market leader in India, as evidenced by numerous publications, videos and papers presented at international conferences and comments from opinion leaders endorsing its use. However, impractical regulatory requirements and resource constraints remain a great impediment to the global distribution of this novel invention. This has denied many patients the benefits of a superior and more affordable option. Though value continues to be added to the B-HEX by maintaining a strong intellectual property portfolio with internationally granted Patents and Trademark, increasing its user base, and garnering support from key opinion leaders, only a collaboration with the right partner will help scale up the global reach and make it a leader in the global market.
The High Burden of Asymptomatic Kidney Diseases in Individuals with HIV: A Prospective Study from a Tertiary Care Center in India
Authors: Giri Kajaree , Sahay Manisha , Ismail Kiranmai , Kavadi Anuradha , Rama E. , Gowrishankar Swarnalata
Published: July 2024

Background

HIV infection is associated with a significant kidney disease burden. This study is aimed to screen for kidney disease in all HIV patients on highly active anti retroviral therapy (HAART), study clinico-histological correlation, and assess the impact of early diagnosis on the clinical course.

Materials and Methods

It was a prospective, longitudinal study done in a tertiary care hospital. Adult HIV-infected patients, on HAART for at least 3 months, were screened for kidney disease. Kidney biopsy was done if indicated. Patients were treated as per standard guidelines. Results were analyzed at 3 months.

Results

Among 1600 patients, 966 were compliant with HAART and were tested. Two hundred and sixty-two patients completed the study duration. Out of these 262 patients 78.2% were receiving tenofovir-based ART regimen. Around 31.2% were hypertensive and 19.8% were diabetic. The mean eGFR was 57.5 ± 24 mL/min/1.73 m2. Around 19.8% had asymptomatic urine abnormalities, 40.1% had proteinuria, and 27.1% had AKI. Acute nephritic syndrome was seen in 16.4%, rapidly progressive renal failure (RPRF) in 13.3%, and CKD in 10.6% patients. Out of 74 patients who underwent biopsy, histology showed chronic tubulointerstitial nephritis in 16 (21.6%), acute tubulointerstitial nephritis in 11 (14.8%), diabetic nephropathy in 10 (13.5%), and thrombotic microangiopathy in 7 patients (9.4%). Higher viral load levels, diabetes mellitus, and age above 60 years were associated with kidney disease.

Conclusion

Asymptomatic HIV infection has a significant burden of kidney disease. Kidney biopsy is crucial for correct diagnosis and management. The absence of HIV associated nephropathy in proteinuric HIV patients is notable in this study.
Use of a Novel Human Keratin Matrix Improves Healing Rates in Diabetic Lower Extremity Wounds
Authors: Ramey-Ward Allison , Chatelain Ryan
Published: July 2024

Background. Lower extremity wounds in patients with diabetes are difficult to heal due to an overabundance of pro-inflammatory M1 macrophages, reduced phagocytosis of necrosed cells, and circulatory issues. Keratin biomaterials have been shown to address some of these concerns by encouraging the proliferation of anti-inflammatory M2 macrophages, thereby creating more favorable conditions for wound healing resembling those of patients without diabetes. Objective. To investigate the effect of a novel human keratin matrix (HKM) on wound healing. Materials and Methods. Ten patients with diabetes with lower extremity wounds at risk for delayed healing underwent wound debridement and application of HKM. Patients received weekly follow-up care and reapplication of HKM until healing occurred; wound size at each visit was used to calculate healing rate. Results. Increased healing rates were noted with HKM compared with standard of care (SOC), including debridement and collagen treatment in all 8 patients who had received SOC prior to HKM treatment. When HKM treatment was alternated with SOC in 2 patients due to other medical conditions, healing rates decreased with SOC and then increased after reintroduction of HKM applications. Conclusions. These results suggest that HKM may help regulate the pathological processes that contribute to wound chronicity to “kick-start” wound healing. This case series demonstrates that HKM is a promising technology to improve healing rates in nonhealing lower extremity wounds in patients with diabetes.
Purpura Fulminans Secondary to Varicella-Zoster Virus Infection
Authors: Işık Aylin , Sakarya Ahmet , Erdemli Pınar , Ergenc Zeynep , Yılmaz Seyhan , Tuncay Sevgi , Parlak Burcu , Doğru Ömer , Koç Ahmet , Girgin Feyza , Kepenekli Eda
Published: July 2024

Background. Purpura fulminans (PF) is a rare, life-threatening condition involving consumptive coagulopathy and intravascular thrombosis, causing purpura and necrosis in the skin and soft tissue. Case Report. A 4-year-old Tajik girl with PF secondary to varicella-zoster virus (VZV) infection presented with purplish red, diffuse, painful lesions localized to the entire right leg. Her vaccination status was unknown, and she did not have concurrent chronic illness. Ten days before admission, the girl was admitted to another hospital in Tajikistan with a diagnosis of chickenpox and PF. She was then transferred to the hospital of the authors of the current report due to the enlargement of lesions to the gluteal region, a change in the color of lesions from red to black, and the detection of arterial thrombosis via Doppler ultrasonography. Multiple surgical debridements were performed to manage tissue necrosis, and the patient’s right leg was amputated at the 18th week of admission. The patient was discharged after 26 weeks of hospitalization. Conclusion. Although VZV infections mostly cause mild and self-limiting eruptive disease, they can progress, with life-threatening complications, including PF. To prevent VZV infection and resulting complications, immunization with live attenuated vaccines and maintaining population immunity above a certain threshold are the most important strategies to prevent the circulation of the virus.
Salgın hastalıklara yönelik komplo teorileri tutum ölçeğinin geliştirilmesi
Authors: Karagöz Yalçın , Filiz Mustafa , Karaşin Yusuf
Published: July 2024

Bu çalışmanın amacı, salgın hastalıklara yönelik tutum ölçeğinin geliştirilmesidir. Bu doğrultuda İstanbul ilinin Bayrampaşa, Gaziosmanpaşa ve Eyüpsultan ilçelerinde ikamet eden 269 kişi çalışma kapsamına dâhil edilmiştir. Katılımcılara yüz yüze ve çevrimiçi anket yoluyla kolayda örneklem kullanılarak ulaşılmıştır. İlk olarak 21 ifadeden oluşan taslak ölçek oluşturulmuştur. Uzman görüşü ve pilot çalışma aşamasından sonra 2 ifade ölçekten çıkarılmıştır. Kalan 19 ifadeden oluşan ölçek katılımcılara uygulanmıştır. Elde edilen veriler IBM SPSS ve AMOS paket programları kullanılarak analiz edilmiştir. Verilere ilk olarak açıklayıcı faktör analizi uygulanmıştır. Yapılan analiz sonrasında 19 ifadeyi içeren 2 faktör bulunmuştur. Bu aşamadan sonra belirlenen faktörlere Doğrulayıcı Faktör Analizi uygulanmıştır. Elde edilen modelin verilere mükemmel uyum sağladığı belirlenmiştir. Dolayısıyla, açıklayıcı faktör analizi ile geliştirilen ölçek doğrulayıcı faktör analizi ile de teyit edilmiştir. Geliştirilen ölçeğin, salgın hastalıklara yönelik komplo teorisi algısını ölçmek için kullanılabileceğine karar verilmiştir.
The Correlation between Iron Level and Schizophrenia
Authors: Đuričić Vanja , Mitka Ana , Kordić Valentin , Đuričić Sara , Diklić Ivan , Jukić Melita
Published: July 2024

Schizophrenia is a complex psychiatric condition that, if not adequately treated, can affect functional limitations. The exact etiopathogenesis of schizophrenia remains unknown. Research suggests an interaction between many factors, including genetic susceptibility, environment and psychological processes. Specific authors describe the association of a valuable mineral in the human body, iron, with pathophysiological mechanisms and related etiological factors in the development of the severe mental illness of schizophrenia.Iron has important roles in the human body and affects various physiological processes. Some studies have shown a connection between the dysregulation of iron levels and the development of different mental disorders, including schizophrenia. Abnormal levels of iron in a specific region of the brain have been observed in people with schizophrenia. Iron levels may contribute to the pathogenesis of schizophrenia in combination with other genetic, environmental and dietary factors. Iron can also contribute to the better cognitive functioning of a patient with schizophrenia, and due to frequent malnutrition and undernourishment in this group of patients, it is crucial to take into account the need for routine hematological examinations and the determination of essential nutritional deficiencies.Finally, our goals were to systematically review the literature published in the last two decades using PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus and Google Scholar. We described the clinical aspects and etiological factors of schizophrenia. We determined whether schizophrenia can be associated with iron concentration disorders to recognize and identify potential patients with iron deficiency and treat them promptly in daily clinical practice.
Knowledge of Students in Health and Non-Health Studies about Diabetes Mellitus Type 1
Authors: Kolačko Štefanija , Kokot Antonio , Čuljak Nina , Predović Jurica , Hrvačić Martina , Luetić Franka , Bašković Marko
Published: July 2024

Aim: The aim of this research paper is to examine and compare the knowledge of students in health and non-health studies about diabetes mellitus type 1. Namely, the research examined whether the respondents are sufficiently educated about the disease itself, treatment and preventive measures of diabetes type 1. Their knowledge was examined with regards to their age, gender and the type of studies they attend.Respondents and methods: The research was conducted as a cross-sectional study. 101 respondents participated in the research. An anonymous online questionnaire was used as a measuring instrument, which was created for the purpose of this research. The research was conducted in July and August 2022.Results: Most respondents have good knowledge about diabetes mellitus, which is evident in the correct answers to the questions in the survey questionnaire. Statistically, significant differences were found in the students’ knowledge with regards to their age, gender and type of study. Respondents who participate in health studies have a higher level of knowledge than respondents who do not participate in health studies. Female respondents have a higher level of knowledge than male respondents. Older respondents also have greater knowledge about the disease itself.Conclusion: Students who study health studies show a higher level of knowledge than students of other studies. Most of the respondents were well educated about type 1 diabetes mellitus. Diabetes is one of the biggest public health problems nowadays, and measures of prevention and education of the population should be implemented as much as possible in kindergartens, primary and secondary schools, colleges, hospitals, and the health system.
Single-Point Grand Potential and Nuclear Derivatives of Finite-Temperature Kohn-Sham Density-Functional Theory
Authors: ZHANG Yichi , Chan Ka Lok , Sheong Fu Kit
Published: July 2024

We present a new implementation of single-point grand potential, nuclear gradient and nuclear hessian for finite-temperature Kohn-Sham density-functional theory (FT-DFT) in the grand canonical ensemble. It is shown that evaluation of single-point grand potential and nuclear gradient of FT-DFT can be formulated in a way similar to that of single-point energy and nuclear gradient of zero-temperature DFT, with no need for nested-loop optimization or approximation present in prevalent methods. In the current formulation, the nuclear hessian is divided into two parts, the fixed-occupation-number component and the variable-occupation-number one, as a result of fractional occupation of molecular orbitals. We have developed two techniques, namely the non-idempotent CPSCF and the occupation-gradient CPSCF for those two components, respectively. The convergence of single-point grand potential is discussed, while the analytical nuclear derivatives are verified via comparison with numerical results.
Digital Twin for Chemical Sciences (DTCS): A Blueprint for Digitizing Chemical Characterization
Authors: Qian Jin , Jana Asmita , Menon Siddarth , Bogdan Andrew , Hamlyn Rebecca , Mahl Johannes , Crumlin Ethan J.
Published: July 2024

Directly visualizing chemical trajectories offers novel insights into catalysts, gas phase reactions, photo-induced dynamics, and quantum information processing. Identifying and tracking the exchange of matter to observe the creation and annihilation of chemical species is best achieved by closely coupling theory and experiment. We developed Digital Twin for Chemical Science (DTCS) v.01, a platform that mimics advanced characterization instruments, including those at Scientific User Facilities. DTCS v.01 addresses challenges in data acquisition, analysis, and model-driven interpretation via a physics-based, AI-accelerated approach. We validated this concept with ambient pressure X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (APXPS) observations using a ubiquitous metal-water interfacial scenario, i.e., Ag/H2O, as a representative example. The inputs of DTCS v.01 are designed to mirror the experimental chemists' workflows, and the outputs can be directly compared to and are constantly updated from the experimental data. This integrated theoretical and experimental platform enhances user accessibility and facilitates the acquisition of standardized mechanistic insights.
Strain-Induced Photochemical Opening of Ferrocene[6]cycloparaphenylene: Uncaging of Fe2+ with Visible Light
Authors: Kręcijasz Remigiusz , Malinčík Juraj , Mathew Simon , Štacko Peter , Šolomek Tomáš
Published: July 2024

We present the synthesis, structure and remarkable reactivity of the first carbon nanohoop that incorporates ferrocene in the macrocyclic backbone. The high strain imposed on the ferrocene by the curved nanohoop structure enables unprecedent photochemical reactivity of this otherwise photochemically inert metallocene complex. Visible light activation triggers a ring-opening of the nanohoop structure dissociating the Fe–cyclopentadienyl bond in the presence of 1,10-phenanthroline. This process uncages Fe2+ ions captured in the form of [Fe(phen)3]2+ complex in high chemical yield and can operate efficiently in a water-rich solvent. The measured quantum yields of [Fe(phen)3]2+ formation show that embedding ferrocene into a strained nanohoop boosts its photoreactivity by three orders of magnitude compared to an unstrained ferrocene macrocycle or ferrocene itself. Our data suggest that the dissociation occurs by intercepting the photoexcited triplet state of the nanohoop by the nucleophilic ligand. The strategy portrayed in this work proposes that new, tunable reactivity of analogous metallamacrocycles can be achieved with spatial and temporal control, which will aid development of responsive materials for metal ions delivery and organometallic, supramolecular, or polymer chemistry.
From Hydrocarbons to Highly Functionalized Molecules in a Single Measurement: Comprehensive Analysis of Complex Gas Mixtures by Multi-Pressure Chemical Ionization Mass Spectrometry
Authors: Shcherbinin Aleksei , Finkenzeller Henning , Mikkilä Jyri , Kontro Jussi , Vinkvist Netta , Kangasluoma Juha , Rissanen Matti
Published: July 2024

Chemical Ionization Mass Spectrometry (CIMS) is a well-established analytical method in atmospheric research, process monitoring, forensics, breathomics and food science. Despite significant advancements in procedural techniques, several instrument configurations, especially operating at different ionization pressures, are typically needed to analyze the full range of compounds from non-functionalized parent compounds to their functionalized reaction products. For polar, functionalized compounds, very sensitive detection schemes are provided by high-pressure adduct-forming chemical ionization techniques, whereas for non-functionalized, non-polar compounds, low-pressure chemical ionization techniques have consistently demonstrated superior performance. Here, using a MION2 chemical ionization inlet and an Orbitrap Exploris TM 120 mass spectrometer, we present multi-pressure chemical ionization mass spectrometry (MPCIMS), the combination of high and low pressure ionization schemes in a single instrument enabling quantification of the full distribution of precursor molecules and their oxidation reaction products from the same stream of gas without alterations. We demonstrate the performance of the new methodology in a laboratory experiment employing a-pinene, a monoterpene relevant to atmospheric particle formation, where MPCIMS allows to measure the spectrum of compounds ranging from the volatile precursor hydrocarbon to highly functionalized condensable reaction products. MPCIMS carries the potential as an all-in-one method for the analysis of complex gas mixtures, reducing technical complexities and the need for multiple instruments without compromise of sensitivity.
Adsorbate Resonance Induces Water-Metal Bonds in Electrochemical Interfaces
Authors: Nygaard Marcus Frahm , Nielsen Martin L. S. , Rossmeisl Jan
Published: July 2024

This study delves into the intricate interactions between surface-near species, OH and H2O, on electrodes in electrochemical interfaces. These species are an inevitable part of many electrocatalytic energy conversion reactions such as the oxygen reduction reaction. In our modeling, we utilize high statistics on a dataset of complex solid solutions with high atomistic variability to show the emergence of H2O-metal covalent bonds under specific conditions. Based on DFT calculated adsorption energies of many thousands of different surface compositions, we provide a quantifiable physical understanding of this induced water covalency, which is rooted in simple quantum mechanics. Directional hydrogen bonding between surface-near H2O and OH, enables surface bonding electrons to delocalize mediated by near-symmetrical adsorbate resonance structures. The different adsorbate resonance structures have different surface coordination explaining the induced H2O-metal bonding.
Carbon-Binder-Domain porosity extraction through lithium-ion battery electrode impedance data
Authors: Pinilla Sergio , Zanotto Franco , Zapata-Dominguez Diana , Garcia Tomas , Franco Alejandro A.
Published: July 2024

In the field of 3-D resolved computational modelling of Lithium-ion battery electrodes, the arrangement and properties of the Carbon-Binder-Domain (CBD) play a critical role in the ion and electron transport properties through their impact on the electrode tortuosity factor. However, until now, the CBD porosity value -its main descriptor in terms of transport properties and occupied volume- has been determined through educated guesses due to the lack of an experimental approach. Here, we report a novel methodology is reported for the determination of the CBD internal porosity through the combination of computational modelling and experimental electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). The methodology is based on the creation of a calibration curve that relates tortuosity factor with CBD porosity through digital stochastic generation of electrode microstructures and diffusivity characterization. The curve is then compared to the EIS experimental results and analyzed through a transmission line model, yielding a good estimation of the parameters. In this work, the usefulness and the identified areas of limitation of this approach are demonstrated with three different formulations of LiNi0.3Mn0.3Co0.3O2 (NMC 111) cathodes. To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the first reported method for estimating CBD porosity.
Crítica a la teoría neoclásica de la empresa desde la economía austriaca, keynesiana, institucionalista y conductual
Authors: Bermúdez Aparicio Pedro Daniel , Verástegui Córdova Luis Carlos , Maura Alva Valderrama Brissa Ximena , Mesajil Ascurra Wiubdiza Camila
Published: July 2024

En la actualidad, se sabe que las ciencias económicas han basado sus teorías bajo el paradigma en el que el empresario toma decisiones racionales con el fin de maximizar sus utilidades. Sin embargo, se ha demostrado que el empresario también toma decisiones sobre la base de su interpretación subjetiva de la realidad. Por ello, se descarta la doctrina neoclásica, ya que considera al empresario como un optimizador mecánico y no toma en cuenta, necesariamente, todas las condiciones del mercado. Por ello, en este artículo se analizan las críticas sobre la teoría ortodoxa desde cuatro enfoques: el austriaco, el keynesiano, el institucionalista y el conductual.
The Saint, Education and Ecofeminism: Analyzing the Empowerment and Development of Children and Women in the Zawiyya Ahansal Moroccco
Authors: Laudza'i Wafa Mohamad
Published: July 2024

Zawiyya as a place of teaching and spreading Islam in Morocco has had quite a significant influence. An Igurramen, or zawiya leader in the Berber tribe, is able to mobilize the population around him with his religious influence. Zawiyya Ahansal as a place of Islamic teaching in the Atlas Mountains has its own challenges as a marginalized area. The Igurramen collaborated with Cloe Medina Erickson to build the Atlas Cultural Foundationto develop and empower the people around the zawiyya, especially children and women, hence this action shows the collaborative care and awareness between the saint, educator, and ecofeminist. This article aims to provide an analysis of the conditions of children and women's development and empowerment in Zawiyya Ahansal, Morocco.
Keywords: zawiyya, Ahansal, Morocco, ecofeminism
Kesehatan Mental Perempuan dan Sinergitas Kebijakan Kesehatan Mental di Indonesia Terhadap Norma Internasional
Authors: Pratiwi Tiffany Setyo
Published: July 2024

Indonesia is experiencing a mental health emergency. Mental health has long been an international norm thatratified by countries, including Indonesia. Global data and cases in Indonesia show that women suffer from more mental disorders than men. The causes of mental health disorders experienced by women come from biological factors due to hormonal changes, psychological reasons, social relationship, and the impact of environmental damage. So it is time for women's mental health to be given serious attention. Unfortunately, in this research found that Indonesia does not yet have specific regulations regarding mental health for women, only general rules that are implicitly stated in Law Number 17 of 2023 Article 76 that “everyone has the right to access mental health services that are safe, quality and affordable” also psychiatric research regarding mental disorders in Indonesia is still limited. Second, this research found that the contents of Article 76 do not match the reality on the ground which is still far from the goals. Third, the role of actors from femocrats, women's activists, and academics have built collaborative relationships through the formation of a cross-sector coordination forum, namely the Community Mental Health Steering Team (TPKJM) from the provincial, district/city and sub-districtlevels.
Keywords: Women's Mental Health Indonesia; National Policy; International Norms; Velvet Triangles Concept,TPKJM.
Challenging Masculinity: Analyzing the Aspects of Ecofeminism in Aceh’s Female Forest Rangers
Authors: Dewi Karina Utami , Rohma Masitoh Nur , Sabir Husnul Ummahat
Published: July 2024

This research discusses the issue of gender and environment in Southeast Asia and focuses on the casestudy of Female Forest Rangers or also known as Mpu Uteun in Aceh, Indonesia. It aims to answer the question: how do Female Forest Rangers in Aceh challenge masculinity and apply aspects of ecofeminism in protecting Aceh’s Forest? Using Warren’s approach of ecofeminism, the analysis of this research is divided into three parts. The first is masculinity and men’s role in Aceh’s environmental degradation, second is women and interconnection with nature, and third is ecofeminist philosophy in the case of Aceh’s female forest rangers. This study found that first, perpetrators of deforestation are mostly men as it is one of their ways to make a livelihood, enforcing a masculinity perspective that men should be dominating in providing for their family, including dominating the environment. Second, the female forest rangers have strong interconnections with nature since all the categories of interconnectedness between women and nature according to Warren can be found in this casestudy. Lastly, this case study can be claimed as an example of ecofeminist philosophy because the three aspects of Warren’s ecofeminist philosophy can be found in the research. These aspects are feminism; local and indigenous perspective; as well as nature, science, development, and technology.
Keywords: Ecofeminism, masculinity, Aceh, Indonesia, female forest rangers
The Interplay of Public/Private and Agent/Victim Dualism in Sustainable Living Practice: Indonesia’s Case
Authors: Cahyaningtyas June
Published: July 2024

An examination of sustainable living practices through the lens of ecofeminism is the subject of this article. In this article, sustainable living practices refers to the actual implementation of environmentalism ideas in everyday situation. The selection of this subject is deemed significant due to the prevailing trend in environmental literature to associate it as pro-environmental behaviour that, unlike environmental activism, exclusively with the uppermiddle class, thereby rendering it feeble, apolitical, and inconsequential. This study aims to evaluate the correlation between pro-environmental behaviour and environmental action and activism by examining sustainable living practices through the lens of gender. Departing from Ecofeminism, it attempts to incorporate insights from relevant literature to enhance the discussion. Availing from exploratory field observations, this study uses Indonesia as a case studies. The study found that, in addition to the availability of social media and spiritualfactors, there are educational orientation that, related to cultural and religious aspects, bridges private/public elements as well as agents/victims division in Ecofeminism discourse. The transformation of the movement’s character from individualist to collectivist is influenced by global political dynamics, as well as showing the moral and spiritual orientation of this movement.
 
Keywords: sustainable living practice, ecofeminism, environmental care, pro-environmental behaviour, environmental activism
The Ecofeminist Perspective on The Impact of Climate Change on Women's Health: Study Case of Coastal Women in Sendang Biru Hamlet, Indonesia
Authors: Rosalinda Henny , Hadi Rany , Andini Amalia Nur
Published: July 2024

Climate change poses major challenges for vulnerable groups throughout the world, especially women in coastal areas of Indonesia. Climate change presents a complex set of challenges that disproportionately impact vulnerable groups, with women often bearing the brunt of the impacts due to existing socio-cultural norms and unequal access to resources and decision-making processes. In Indonesia, coastal communities face increasing risks from rising sea levels, extreme weather events and coastal erosion caused by climate change. Women, who are often the primary caregivers and resource managers in these communities, bear a disproportionate burden of disasters caused by climate change. They experience increased vulnerability due to socio-cultural norms, limited access to resources, and limited power in making decisions. The impacts of climate change on women in Sendang Biru coastal areas are seen in various forms, including increased economic insecurity, loss of livelihoods, increased health risks, and disrupted access to health facilities. In addition, women's traditional roles as natural resource managers and family caretakers make them vulnerable to environmental degradation and displacement. Integrating an ecofeminist perspective in climate change strategy and mitigation explains how coastal women are exposed to risk, experience vulnerability, face problems in access to health and safety.
Keywords: Ecofeminism, Coastal women; climate change; health; global health