bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
How Polluting Emissions React to Different Shocks of the Economic Cycle (Based on Renewable and non-Renewable Energy) in Developing Countries: A Panel Vector Autoregressive Analysis (PVAR)?
Authors: Meshari Zaher Abdulrahim , Fakhri Issaoui , Othayman Majed Bin , Mourad Guesmi , jamaa akram
Published: October 2023

The review of previous literature shows us that the study of the relational triad “economic growth, energy consumption and CO2 emissions” can be qualified as one of the most analyzed subjects. However, it seems to us that there remains an important subject to explore. This involves carefully questioning, using a PVAR model, how polluting emissions (recorded in 35 developing countries and covering a time horizon going from 1990 to 2020) behave and react to different shocks of the economic cycle ? The answer to this question will allow us to achieve the objective of this research which is to confirm or refute whether the countries considered in our sample have the transition possibility towards ecological growth models or not. Thus, to answer this central question in the context of this article, it was necessary to resort to a “panel vector autoregressive model (PVAR), developed by Love and Zicchino (2006)” which will allow us to analyze the functions impulse response (IRF) which allow us to examine how economic cycle shocks influence and affect polluting emissions and how said shocks could challenge new sources of energy, both “renewable and non-renewable”. To refine this analysis, we then carried out a decomposition of the variance of all variables. Overall, the main results emerged focused on three central ideas. Firstly, that any enrichment suffered by these countries can only be achieved through increasingly intense use of CO2-emitting energies. Second, that the phenomenon of substitution of "polluting energies" by “renewable energies” is possible, which makes it possible to establish the possibility of a policy of purification and sanitation of the environment in developing countries by investing more in the sector “renewable energies”. Third, despite these theoretical possibilities, the development of the “renewable energy” sector in developed countries is still weak and its contribution to an ecological environment promoting “economic growth” remains weak. Several policies must be considered and discussed to be able to move towards ecological growth but it should be noted that the effectiveness of these can only take place if the countries considered will all have a common will which, without it, each individual effort miss its goal.
JEL Classification : Q1; Q2; Q3
Paternal postpartum depression and associated factors among partners of women who gave birth in the last 12 month in Dessie town, Northeast Ethiopia, 2023: Community based cross sectional study
Authors: Assefa Abdulaziz , Werkie Amare , Assefaw Mandefiro , Belay Aynalem
Published: October 2023

Background Paternal depression among fathers of new-borns is a new concept in Ethiopia. It is an emerging public health concern because; it produces insidious effects on the well-being of new-borns as well as on the whole family, which is currently under screened, under diagnosed and undertreated. However, there is limited evidence on the prevalence of paternal postpartum depression and its predictors among partners of women in Ethiopia.Methods A community based cross-sectional study was conducted among 634 partners of postpartum women in Dessie town from January10-Feburary10, 2023 to assess the prevalence of paternal postpartum depression and associated factors among partners of women who gave birth in the last 12 months. The data were collected using a structured and pretested questionnaire though face-to-face interviews and the data were cleaned, edited, and entered into Epi-data version 4.6, and analysed SPSS Version 26.The Edinburgh Postpartum Depression Scale was considered at a cutoff point ≥ 10 to detect depression.Result A total of 610 fathers were interviewed with a response rate of 96.2% and the prevalence of paternal postpartum depression was 19%, (95%CI: 16.0, 22.3). This study showed that; not comfortable with family income [AOR = 2.32(95% CI: 1.16, 4.66)], substance use [AOR = 2.48(95% CI: 1.22, 5.05)], experience of childbirth[AOR = 1.89(95% CI: 1.02, 3.50)], unplanned pregnancy [AOR = 2.81(95%CI: 1.50, 5.25)] and infant sleep problem [AOR = 3.59(95% CI: 1.80, 7.18)], were significantly associated with paternal depression.Conclusion and recommendations: This study revealed that almost one-fifth of fathers had paternal postpartum depression. Not comfortable with family income, substance use, experience of childbirth, unplanned pregnancy and infant sleeping problem were significantly associated with paternal postpartum depression. This suggests the need to provide health education to decrease substance use and counselling to the utilization of family planning to minimize unplanned pregnancy and supports offer to multiparous fathers.
Investigation on the mechanism of size effect on suffusion via CFD-DEM simulations
Authors: Zhu Yanzhen , Hu Lingkai , Xu Shanlin , Hu Zheng , Sun Honglei , Weng Zhenqi , Wang Yongming
Published: October 2023

Suffusion is a critical issue in geotechnical engineering. Despite extensive studies, the effect of soil specimen dimensions on suffusion remains unclear. In this paper, a coupled computational fluid dynamics and discrete element method (CFD-DEM) approach is employed to study the suffusion of gap-graded soils with varying aspect ratios, and the underlying physical mechanisms are discussed. The results indicate that as the aspect ratio increases, erosion degree, mechanical coordination numbers, and unevenness in the fines distribution decrease, while the likelihood of fine particles integrating into the soil skeleton rises. Before suffusion, specimens with lower aspect ratios show higher peak strengths. After suffusion, peak strength decreases with erosion degree. However, all specimens exhibit comparable residual strengths. The mechanism behind different suffusion behaviors in specimens with varying aspect ratios is primarily governed by their unique suffusion boundary conditions. Accounting for suffusion boundaries significantly modify erosion laws and eroded soil mechanics behaviors. A standardized specimen size is proposed to account for suffusion boundary effects, thereby minimizing errors attributed to variations in outlet sieve aperture sizes and inconsistencies in specimen dimensions. The results obtained highlight the influence of specimen size on suffusion, advancing our precise understanding of eroded soil behavior and furthering the development of phenomenological constitutive models.
Requirements for a Country with a Fiscally Sound Central Government
Authors: Obata Hiroshi
Published: October 2023

This study demonstrates the financial soundness of a model country’s central government and considers the present day as the starting point. Fiscal soundness is determined by the following criteria: (1) During and after the starting point, the central government can generate the necessary funds for executing budgeted items, and there is never a situation in which the central government lacks the funds to maintain its finances and (2) Even if the central government is in debt at the starting point, it presents no problem regardless of the amount of the debt. This demonstration is based on pure logic using mathematical induction in a model country that is very similar to a real country. In the discussion, I derive the required and initial conditions for the country to which this demonstration applies. Moreover, solutions to the problems caused by inflation are discussed. In conclusion, it is possible for a country with a financially sound central government to exist in the above two meanings.
Iterative Mapping of Probabilities (IMP): A data fusion framework for generating accurate land cover maps that match area statistics
Authors: Witjes Martijn , Herold Martin , de Bruin Sytze
Published: October 2023

Providing land cover estimates with both correct pixel-level class predictions and regional class area estimates is important for many monitoring and accounting purposes but rarely achieved by current land monitoring efforts. We propose a framework that uses class probabilities predicted by machine learning to guarantee that the mapped proportion of each class matches independent area estimates. We demonstrate the use of the framework and map the 8 primary LUCAS land cover classes in multiple European countries using CORINE training data. We validate the baseline highest likelihood class maps and the proportional class maps output by the proposed algorithm with LUCAS land cover observations and S2GLC validation points. Our results show that the framework and algorithms create maps that match area estimates, and that may also be more accurate than the baseline map. We also found that the algorithm does not need probabilities predicted by models that were trained on data with representative class proportions.
Nature Inspired Data Dissimination Routing Protocol for Wireless Sensor Networks
Authors: Ali Moazam , Ali shehnaz
Published: October 2023

A wireless sensor network (WSN) is a network composed of small sensor nodes, a base station, and a data center. Its purpose is to collect and monitor various environmental or system conditions such as humidity, temperature, air quality, and more. However, as the usage of wireless sensor networks technology continues to expand, WSN faces numerous challenges. One of the primary challenges faced by WSNs is the limited energy resources of the sensor nodes. Due to this limitation, energy efficiency becomes a critical concern, and finding ways to optimize energy consumption becomes necessary. Additionally, the routing methods in wireless sensor networks can be complex and require sophisticated algorithms to ensure effective communication between nodes. The concept of smart cities introduces a new layer of challenges for WSNs. Smart cities integrate various systems and components to enhance the living environment for citizens. However, this integration introduces challenges such as managing and providing services to users in the smart city environment, ensuring the security of smart city networks , and dealing with the high mobility of nodes within the network. Designing a comprehensive solution for smart cities involves addressing several other critical factors, including data security, efficient data handling, heterogeneity (the presence of diverse devices and technologies), sustainability, and analysis of the vast amounts of data generated by the smart city infrastructure. To tackle these complex issues, researchers have turned to nature-inspired optimization solutions. These solutions draw inspiration from nature, which has proven to be a reliable source for addressing complex problems. Nature-inspired optimization techniques 1 leverage the principles observed in natural systems and phenomena to develop efficient algorithms and protocols. One area where nature-inspired optimization techniques can be applied is in the design of routing protocols for wireless sensor networks. These protocols aim to optimize the utilization of limited network resources while ensuring reliable and efficient data transmission between sensor nodes. Another area of focus is load balancing in high-speed networks. Load balancing techniques distribute the network traffic evenly across nodes to prevent congestion and maximize network performance. Nature-inspired optimization methods can be used to develop intelligent load balancing algorithms that adapt to dynamic network conditions. By leveraging nature-inspired optimization solutions, researchers can address the intricate and evolving challenges posed by smart cities and complex network systems. These solutions pave the way for the development of intelligent systems and novel optimization techniques, providing valuable insights and opportunities for new researchers to explore the potential of nature-inspired approaches.
The Maximum Cover with Rotating Field of View
Authors: Potapov Igor , Ralph Jason , Triommatis Theofilos
Published: October 2023

Imagine a polygon-shaped platform $P$ and only one static spotlight outside $P$; which direction should the spotlight face to light most of $P$? This problem occurs in maximising the visibility, as well as in limiting the uncertainty in localisation problems. More formally, we define the following maximum cover problem: ''Given a convex polygon $P$ and a Field Of View (FOV) with a given centre and inner angle $\phi$; find the direction (an angle of rotation $\theta$) of the FOV such that the intersection between the FOV and $P$ has the maximum area''. In this paper, we provide the theoretical foundation for the analysis of the maximum cover with a rotating field of view. The main challenge is that the function of the area $A_{\phi}(\theta)$, with the angle of rotation $\theta$ and the fixed inner angle $\phi$, cannot be approximated directly. We found an alternative way to express it by various compositions of a function $A_{\theta}(\phi)$ (with a restricted inner angle $\phi$ and a fixed direction $\theta$). We show that $A_{\theta}(\phi)$ has an analytical solution in the special case of a two-sector intersection and later provides a constrictive solution for the original problem. Since the optimal solution is a real number, we develop an algorithm that approximates the direction of the field of view, with precision $\varepsilon$, and complexity $\mathcal{O}(n(\log{n}+(\log{\varepsilon})/\phi))$.
Comprehensive evaluation of mine geological environment in northwest Hunan based on vector polygon
Authors: Li Xiaohui , Cao yunjiang , Li Xiaolin
Published: October 2023

Long-term irrational use of mine resources leads to soil erosion, reduction of cultivated land area and destruction of ecosystem. In order to rationally use mineral resources and restore and control mine geological environment, northwestern Hunan Province is taken as the study area. By considering eight evaluation factors of three evaluation types (population density, surface slope, rainfall, engineering rock group, geological structure, mine area, geological disaster and forest coverage rate), the expert evaluation weight was carried out, Q value was calculated, vector polygon method was used to carry out local mine geological environment evaluation, and mapping was carried out based on geographic information system technology. To grade the mining environment of each district and county in the study area and intuitively evaluate the mining environment in northwest Hunan can provide a certain basis for the mine environmental management and ecological restoration in northwest Hunan.
Secretive cultures and non-performing loans of microfinance institutions
Authors: Farooq Omar , Khondker Aktaruzzaman , Movsumova Aliya
Published: October 2023

Microfinance institutions (MFIs) have contributed significantly in improving the lives of underprivileged sections of society. Significant amount of prior literature has, therefore, tried to identify factors that can have positive impact on their performance. However, there is scarcity of research that document the impact of cultural factors on the performance of MFIs. In this paper, we aim to fill this gap by documenting the impact of secretive cultures on non-performing loans of MFIs headquartered in 65 countries during the period between 2007 and 2018. This paper uses various estimation procedures, such as pooled OLS regression, instrument variable regression, Fama-MacBeth regression, and panel regression with random effect. The findings of this paper suggest that MFIs headquartered in countries that score high on secrecy have more non-performing loans than MFIs headquartered in countries that score low on secrecy. These findings are robust across various sensitivity checks, such as different sample structures, different proxies of main variables, and different estimation procedures. We argue that secretive cultures are not conducive for information disclosure. In the absence of required information, capital providers are exposed to adverse selection and moral hazard problems. Therefore, it becomes difficult for them to differentiate creditworthy borrowers from financially weak borrowers. As a result, they are more likely to make erroneous decisions, which may lead to higher default on the loans.
PM2.5 decadal changes in Brazil: influence of vehicular fleet growth and policy to control vehicular emissions
Authors: Ribeiro Camilo Bastos , Hoinaski Leonardo
Published: October 2023

Previous evidence suggests that Programs to Control Vehicular Emission (PCVE) restrictions have succeeded in improving air quality. However, it has not been assessed PCVE long-term effects under vehicular fleet growth scenarios in developing countries in the Southern Hemisphere. We analyzed the influence of vehicular fleet growth and restrictions of emission control policy on PM2.5 changes in all Brazilian urban spots. Our results show an increase in PM2.5 concentrations (up to 14%) aligned with an intensive increase (more than 70%) in the vehicular fleet between 2001 and 2010. We detected a similar pattern in more than 50% of urban spots in the South-East and other large urban centers in the South and Mid-West regions. The stabilization or reduction of PM2.5 is associated with a smoothing of fleet growth combined with the continuous restrictions of emission control policy between 2011 and 2020. This work highlights the importance of planning and limiting fleet growth beyond vehicular technological improvement and emission factor restrictions.
A study of the remote continuity of care intervention model in the follow-up of patients with thyroid cancer
Authors: Wang ZhiHong , He Qiu , Zheng YuQing , Zheng Xin , Gao Yang , Kang ShengJiao , Wang MingMing
Published: October 2023

Objective
This study aimed to investigate the impact of "Remote continuity of care intervention model " on the follow-up of postoperative thyroid cancer patients.
Methods
Between November 2021 and August 2022, a total of 404 thyroid cancer patients, who had undergone surgical treatment in the Department of Thyroid Surgery at a comprehensive tertiary-level hospital in Changsha, were randomly assigned to either the experimental group or the control group, with each group consisting of 202 cases. The experimental group adopted the " Remote continuity of care intervention model " for follow-up, while the control group followed traditional nursing procedures. Self-Rating Anxiety Scale, Self-rating Depression Scale, EORTC Quality of Life Questionnaire, adverse reactions, and patient satisfaction were compared between the two groups before and after 3 months of intervention.
Results
Of the 202 patients in the experimental group and 202 patients in the control group who completed the study, no significant differences were observed in general information, SAS, SDS scores, and dimensions of quality of life before the intervention (P༞0.05). After the intervention, the experimental group exhibited: 1. Lower anxiety and depression levels, with total SAS and SDS scores significantly lower than those of the control group (P < 0.05). 2. Improved quality of life, with higher scores in cognitive, emotional, somatic, social, and role functioning dimensions compared to the control group (P < 0.05). 3. Fewer adverse reactions, with significantly lower rates of panic, excessive sweating, digestive function abnormalities, and no abnormal symptoms in the experimental group (P < 0.05). There were no statistically significant differences in adverse reactions in the form of insomnia, fatigue, weakness, and numbness of the limbs (P > 0.1).
Conclusion
" Remote continuity of care intervention model " can effectively reduce anxiety and depression levels in post-surgical thyroid cancer patients, lower the incidence of adverse reactions, and enhance overall patient quality of life.
Ethics in Sustainable Development Goals Projects: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of AI Integration in Sub-Saharan Africa
Authors: DARAMOLA Abayomi S. , OLUBUSOYE Olusanya E. , AKINTANDE Olalekan Joseph
Published: October 2023

With the increasing integration of AI in development initiatives, ethical considerations have become paramount for ensuring equitable and sustainable outcomes. This systematic review and meta-analysis examined studies focusing on the standard practices and shortcomings of ethics in Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) projects that incorporated Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Sub-Saharan Africa. The study adopts a rigorous search strategy to identify relevant literature from multiple databases, resulting in a final selection of studies. The selected studies covered various sectors, including healthcare, agriculture, education, and infrastructure development, where AI was used to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness. The findings of this review highlighted several key ethical challenges and shortcomings. Lack of transparency in AI decision-making processes, concerns related to data privacy and security, and potential biases in AI algorithms were recurrent issues. Additionally, limited community engagement and insufficient consideration of cultural contexts were identified as ethical challenges that can lead to inequitable project outcomes. This study underscores the importance of addressing ethical considerations when incorporating AI in SDG projects. Policymakers, practitioners, and researchers should work collaboratively to develop robust ethical frameworks that prioritise transparency, community engagement, and cultural sensitivity to maximise the positive impact of AI in sustainable development initiatives in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Maritime turbulence effect on the axial propagation properties of a Bessel higher-order cosh-Gaussian laser beam
Authors: Nossir N. , Dalil-Essakali L. , Belafhal A.
Published: October 2023

In this study, the axial propagation properties of the Bessel higher-cosh-Gaussian (BHChG) beam in maritime atmospheric turbulence are reported. Based on the extended Huygens-Fresnel principal, we extracted the analytical expression of the BHChG beam spreading in the considered medium. From our derived formula, we investigated numerical simulations to determine the maritime turbulence effect on the characteristics of the BHChG beam under various parameters of the maritime turbulence and the source beam. The obtained results show that the Gaussian waist, cosh parameter, wavelength, beam waist, inner scale and the refractive-index structure parameter, have an interesting effect on the propagation properties of this beam. Additionally, under suitable conditions various particular cases of the axial intensity of the BHChG beam have been derived from the derived result. The outputs of this study have potential applications in laser designators, optical communication systems and remote sensing.
Prevalence and predictors of intimate partner violence against men in Kisumu slums, Kenya
Authors: Odemba Elizabeth , Frongillo Edward , Weiser Sheri
Published: October 2023

Background
Men in sub-Saharan Africa experience intimate partner violence, with few reporting their cases to the legal authorities or coming out for assistance. Consequently, data on the prevalence and drivers of intimate partner violence in different parts of sub-Saharan Africa are inadequate. Therefore, this study was designed to investigate the prevalence and predictors of intimate partner violence against men in Kisumu slums, Kenya.
Methods
This retrospective cross-sectional study included 398 randomly selected male participants from Kisumu slums, sampled data collected from Community Health Volunteers. We used a multinomial regression analysis to assess determinants and forms of violence.
Results
A total of 398 respondents out of 438 eligible men participated in the survey. The prevalence of intimate partner violence against men was 76.1%. From the multinomial regression, men who were married or living together, compared with never married, were 2.13 times more likely to have experienced physical violence (95% CI = 0.91–4.97, p = 0.080) and 2.41 times more likely to have experienced economic violence (95% CI = 1.20–4.84, p = 0.013). Compared to never married, men who divorced or separated were 5.42 times more likely to have experienced sexual violence (95% CI = 0.97–30.37, p = 0.055). Men who had primary education or less were 2.39 times more likely to have experienced sexual violence (95% CI = 1.02–5.61, p = 0.045). Men who were Muslim, compared with Protestants, were 2.37 times more likely to have experienced psychological or emotional violence (95% CI = 0.87–6.37, p = 0.086).
Conclusions
Sexual, physical, and emotional violence is common among men in Kisumu slums, and the prevalence differs by age, marital status, education, and religion. Safe spaces should be created that will enable men of diverse socio-demographic characteristics to share their experiences of violence by intimate partners. Policies, including education to increasing awareness of this issue, should be enacted to protect men from intimate partner violence.
Spiritualitas Rengget: Sebuah Ruang Meratap dan Menghayati Communio Sanctorum bagi Mereka yang Berduka Karena Kehilangan
Authors: Sitepu Joice Ria Br.
Published: October 2023

AbstractChristianity in cultural life often fades cultural values that have a positive impact on human life. One of them is in the cultura of the Karo people, who recognize ancestral heritage called “rengget”. Rengget as a Karo work of art, related to singing and vocals contains many elements. However in reality the rengget or merengget culture is fading because Christian Karo Batak people consider to be un-Christian because of the dominative approach taken by Christianity. It can also point to a belief system, which is related to animism. Culturally, rengget has a deep meaning in life, especially for those who are grieving because of loss. Rengget becomes a mourning room for those who grieve. In addition, rengget can help grieving Karo Batak Christian to enter into an appreciation of the communio sanctorum contained in the Apostle’s Creed of Faith.
AbstrakKristianitas dalam kehidupan budaya kerap memudarkan nilai-nilai budaya yang memiliki dampak positif bagi kehidupan manusia. Salah satunya dalam budaya masyarakat Karo, yang mengenal warisan leluhur bernama “rengget”. Rengget sebagai sebuah karya seni Karo, terkait dengan nyanyian dan vokal mengandung banyak unsur, seperti artikulasi, resonansi, intonasi, vokal, pernapasan, penekanan (cengkok) tubuh. Namun, faktanya budaya rengget atau merengget memudar karena orang-orang Batak Karo Kristen menganggap budaya rengget tidak kristiani karena pendekatan yang dilakukan oleh kekristenan yang dominatif. Juga dapat mengarahkan pada sistem kepercayaan, yang terkait animisme. Secara kultural, rengget memiliki makna mendalam dalam kehidupan, khususnya bagi mereka yang mengalami duka karena kehilangan. Rengget menjadi ruang ratap bagi yang berduka. Selain itu, rengget dapat menolong orang-orang Batak Karo Kristen yang berduka untuk memasuki penghayatan akan communio sanctorum yang terdapat dalam Pengakuan Iman Rasuli.
Kebangkitan Kristus dan Upaya Membangkitkan Manusia dari Kematian: Telaah Teologis Terhadap Transhumanisme-krionik
Authors: Rufikasari Defrita , Wijaya Yahya
Published: October 2023

AbstractThe resurrection of Christ is often associated exclusively with the context of Easter, the redemption of the sinful humans, and the hope of the future resurrection of the faithful. The resurrection from the dead is mentioned several times both in the Old and the New Testaments. Interestingly, both Christianity and transhumanism tend to deny death. In terms of Christianity, that is indicated in the theological view of the resurrection of Christ and the believers; while in that of transhumanism the denial of death is implied in thedevelopment of nanotechnology and cryogenics aiming at raising people from the dead. They both promise an incorruptible and antifragile life. But do they share the same meeting point or have a common ground? Can the resurrection of Christ be interpreted from the vision of transhumanism that opens up opportunities for humans to improve their quality of life? This writing describes the views of several thinkers about transhumanism and their relations to theology, especially concerning the issue of the resurrection. The method used is qualitative research with a descriptive model based on a literature study and a public  theology approach putting into discussion the existing thoughts on transhumanism, their relationshipswith religions, and the interpretation of Christ’s resurrection as the meeting point of the redemption theology and transhumanism.
AbstrakPemaknaan kebangkitan Kristus acapkali hanya dilekatkan dalam konteks Paskah, penebusan dosa manusia dan harapan akan kebangkitan yang sama akan dialami oleh umat beriman. Peristiwa kebangkitan dari kematian sebetulnya beberapa kali muncul dalam Alkitab baik Perjanjian Lama atau Baru. Menariknya, jika dilihat sekilas, baik Kekristenan dan Transhumanisme nampak sama-sama menolak kematian. Kekristenandengan pandangan teologi kebangkitan Kristus dan orang beriman, sedangkan transhumanisme dengan pengembangan nanoteknologi dan kriogenik yang membangkitkan orang dari kematian. Keduanya nampak sama-sama menjanjikan kehidupan yang tidak fana dan rapuh. Namun benarkah keduanya memiliki titik temu yang sama? Memiliki landasan yang sama? Apakah kebangkitan Kristus nantinya akan dapat juga dimaknai dari visi transhumanisme yang membuka peluang bagi manusia meningkatkan kualitas hidupnya? Penulisan ini bertujuan untuk menguraikan pandangan-pandangan beberapa pemikir tentang transhumanisme dan kaitannya dengan teologi, khususnya kebangkitan dari mati. Metode yang digunakan adalah penelitian kualitatif dengan model deskriptif berdasarkan studi pustaka dan pendekatan teologi publik untuk mendialogkan pemikiran-pemikiran yang ada terkait topik transhumanisme, relasi dengan agama, dan pemaknaan kebangkitan Kristus sebagai titik temu dari karya penebusan dan transhumanisme.
Korupsi dan Budaya Malu: Kontribusi Budaya Malu bagi Pengembangan Teologi Malu dalam Upaya Pemberantasan Korupsi di Indonesia
Authors: Sinaga Romeo Ronny Panly , Gulo Alokasih
Published: October 2023

AbstractCorruption is a classical problem that continues to this day. This problem occurs in almost all aspects of human life, occurs anywhere, and Indonesia is no exception. Various efforts have been made to eradicate corruption, including by involving religious institutions believed in providing the theological basis for efforts to eradicate corruption in question. In the Indonesian context, the state’s efforts to overcome corruption are still based on a legal approach. However, handling corruption only through legal approaches is less effective and has not created a deterrent effect for the perpetrators. The legal approach focuses more on legal wrongdoing or corrupt acts, so the perpetrators try to commit corruption secretly. In other words, efforts to eradicate corruption which only emphasize the wrong dimension, have not yet reached the point of integrity or the character of the perpetrators of corruption. Using the synthesis approach of Bevan’s Contextual Theology, we argue that issues of integrity or character can be built in and through a culture of shame.
AbstrakKorupsi dapat dikatakan sebagai suatu persoalan klasik yang terus terjadi sampai hari ini. Persoalan ini terjadi hampir dalam semua aspek kehidupan umat manusia, terjadi di mana saja, tidak terkecuali Indonesia. Berbagai upaya telah dilakukan dalam pemberantasan korupsi ini, termasuk dengan melibatkan lembaga keagamaan yang dipercaya dapat memberikan landasan teologis bagi upaya pemberantasan korupsi dimaksud. Dalam konteks Indonesia, upaya negara untuk mengatasi korupsi masih didasarkan pada pendekatan hukum. Namun demikian, penanganan korupsi hanya melalui pendekatan hukum kurang efektif, dan belum menimbulkan efek jera bagi para pelakunya. Pendekatan hukum memang lebih berfokus pada perihal salah secara hukum perbuatan koruptif, sehingga para pelakunya berupaya untuk melakukan korupsi secara tersembunyi. Dengan kata lain, upaya pemberantasan korupsi yang hanya menekankan dimensi salah belum sampai pada pokok integritas atau karakter dari pelaku korupsi. Dengan menerapkan pendekatan sintesis Teologi Kontekstual Bevans dalam budaya Batak dan Nias, kami berpendapat bahwa persoalan integritas atau karakter dapat dibangun dalam dan melalui budaya malu.
A ADOÇÃO DA QUÍMICA VERDE NO ENSINO SUPERIOR BRASILEIRO
Authors: Vaz Carlos Renato , Girotto Junior Gildo , Pastre Julio Cezar
Published: October 2023

THE ADOPTION OF GREEN CHEMISTRY IN BRAZILIAN HIGHER EDUCATION. Despite being responsible for many essential products in our daily lives, the chemical industries have not given proper attention to environmental issues for a long time. In the late 90’s, Green Chemistry (GC) emerged as a field of chemistry responsible for dealing with the relationship between the products used and their effects on human health and the environment. However, the employability of GC, in practice, is still incipient due to the little importance given to this field during the training of professionals. In Brazil, without a legislation that collaborates for its insertion, GC struggles to be part of the contents studied and the curricular matrices of higher education courses. This work aimed at revisiting the subject through an analysis of whether Brazilian higher educational institutions are working on disciplines related to Green Chemistry in their courses and how they are doing so. Based on the data obtained, it was noticed that this topic is more present in elective and theoretical disciplines, mainly for postgraduate and teaching training courses, taught predominantly in public institutions located substantially in the Southeast region. Although there are interesting proposals, the number of educational institutions that promote GC in their disciplines is still considered low.
Green Synthesis of Iron Nanozymes Using Eucalyptus grandis Extract and Their Application as Peroxidase-Like Catalysts for H2O2 Quantification
Authors: Mazzini Luísa , Bousada Guilherme Mateus , Puiatti Gustavo , Moreira Renata
Published: October 2023

In this work, iron nanoparticles were synthesized by a green and bio-inspired process, using Eucalyptus grandis extract as a reducing and stabilizing agent. The functional groups from the extract were incorporated into the structure of the nanoparticles, as confirmed by infrared spectroscopy. Characteristic peaks of zero-valence iron were observed by X-ray diffraction analysis, besides hematite and goethite. The nanoparticles showed spherical morphology and an average size of 96.4 nm. The zeta potential (|35| mV) indicated good stability. The nanoparticles were used as catalysts for o-phenylenediamine oxidation by H2O2, exhibiting optimal catalytic activity. The kinetic assays were performed, and the Michaelis-Menten model was adjusted to the data (maximum rate reached (Vmax) = 2.0 µmol L-1 s-1 and Michaelis-Menten constant (Km) = 307 µmol L-1). A spectrophotometric method was developed for H2O2 quantification. The analytical curve (18.3-112.6 µmol L-1) showed a good linear fit and limits of detection and quantification of 5.48 and 18.3 µmol L-1, respectively. Thus, the method is very promising, adhering to the principles of green chemistry.
Knowledge-driven intelligent recommendation method for emergency plans in water diversion projects
Authors: Wang Lihu , Liu Xuemei , Liu Yang , Li Hairui , Liu Jiaqi
Published: October 2023

The emergency plans for water diversion projects suffer from weak knowledge correlation, inadequate timeliness, and insufficient support for intelligent decision-making. This study incorporates knowledge graph technology to enable intelligent recommendations for emergency plans in water diversion projects. By employing pre-trained language models (PTMs) with entity masking, the model's ability to recognize domain-specific entities is enhanced. By leveraging matrix-based two-dimensional transformations and feature recombination, an interactive convolutional neural network (ICNN) is constructed to enhance the processing capability of complex relationships. By integrating PTM with ICNN, a PTM–ICNN method for joint extraction of emergency entity relationships is constructed. By utilizing the Neo4j graph database to store emergency entity relationships, an emergency knowledge graph is constructed. By employing the mutual information criterion, intelligent retrieval and recommendation of emergency plans are achieved. The results demonstrate that the proposed approach achieves high extraction accuracy (F1 score of 91.33%) and provides reliable recommendations for emergency plans. This study can significantly enhance the level of intelligent emergency management in water diversion projects, thereby mitigating the impact of unforeseen events on engineering safety.
Performance of equations for the longitudinal dispersion coefficient: a case study in the Orashi River
Authors: Ukpaka Chinedu , Agunwamba Jonah Chukwuemeka
Published: October 2023

Investigation of the water quality of rivers is a key point in Water Resources Engineering. The longitudinal dispersion coefficient is one of the foremost significant parameters in river water quality monitoring. Several parameters such as hydraulic, morphology, total dissolved solids, and total suspended solids are effective parameters in the determination of the longitudinal dispersion coefficient as revealed by this study. The assessment of the river shows mean hydraulic and geometric properties such as flow, depth, velocity, longitudinal slope, and width to be 354.17 m3/s, 9.61 m, 0.69 m/s, 0.0079,101.63 m and the range of the longitudinal dispersion coefficient as (72–104.4) m2/s. Results obtained by employing the established equations revealed standard error indices and RMSE of the developed equation, and Kashefipour and Falconer equation gives correlation coefficient of about 0.819 and 4.182 and 0.421 and 12.186, respectively, as coefficient of determination and RMSE, and they are more accurate among the empirical equations. However, the newly derived equation for the longitudinal dispersion coefficient performed better when compared with others, indicating the fitness of the developed equation to estimate longitudinal dispersion coefficient.
Evaluation energy flow and analysis of energy economy for agricultural yield production in different geographical regions of China
Authors: Li Kai
Published: October 2023

Dry and humid climates have different potentials for providing soil moisture. Agricultural drought is a confirmed criterion for evaluating production potential in agriculture, which is discussed in this research. Therefore, this research aims to investigate drought using meteorological and agricultural drought indicator data in four climatic regions of China (humid, semi-humid, semi-arid and dry). For this purpose, climatic information was collected in the last 20 years, and the values of the standard precipitation index (SPI) and reconnaissance drought index (RDI) were determined. Examining the indicators indicates that the indicators are high in all the years under review in dry areas. In the semi-arid region, there was a significant decrease in the average value of the indices in July and August in the years 2017–2022. Drought indicators did not show a critical situation in humid and semi-humid areas, and there was sufficient moisture for plants throughout the year. The results showed that there was a high correlation between the SPI and the RDI in all the identified areas. In addition to rainfall, the RDI also includes transpiration and is more sensitive, especially in dry areas where transpiration is higher than rainfall.
Decolonialidade e desenvolvimento profissional docente
Authors: Da Silva Frazão Lucenir , Passos Sá Luciana
Published: October 2023

Neste ensaio, buscamos estabelecer uma ponte teórica entre pressupostos teóricos decoloniais e desenvolvimento profissional docente. Nesse âmbito, levantamos discussões sobre discursos e práticas hegemônicas – empreendidos de forma acrítica − que naturalizam o legado colonial e eurocêntrico que subalternizou outras formas de ser e de existir no mundo. Discutimos o desenvolvimento profissional de sujeitos epistêmicos, construtores de conhecimento a partir da reflexão sobre a própria prática, em oposição à mera reprodução de prescrições curriculares e institucionais, ainda muito influenciada pela lógica da colonialidade. Apontamos ainda possíveis caminhos para fomentar um desenvolvimento profissional pautado na reflexão crítica sobre as desigualdades e injustiças sociais que permeiam o contexto educacional, assim como para a adoção de discursos e práticas pedagógicas mais justas, integradoras e emancipatórias no ensino de ciências.
The Value of Computed Tomography in Recurrent Laryngeal Cancer Following
Organ Preservation Therapy
Authors: Dekalo Snir , Shoffel-Havakuk Hagit , Mizrachi Aviram , Lukman Yehudit , Shpitzer Thomas , Hamzany Yaniv , Bachar Gideon
Published: October 2023

Aim::

This study aims to assess the accuracy of computed tomography (CT) in detecting recurrent laryngeal tumors after failed chemoradiation therapy
(CRT).

Background::

Local recurrence of laryngeal tumors following CRT has been reported in approximately 25%, yet it is often difficult to detect.

Methods::

Ten patients with laryngeal cancer who failed CRT and subsequently underwent salvage total laryngectomy were included. The laryngeal subsites
involved in the tumor were identified based on postoperative pathology. The corresponding preoperative CT scans were selected for review by
seven experts (head-and-neck surgeons or radiologists) who scored the extent of tumor spread on each scan on a 5-point scale, from no tumor
detected to clearly visible tumor.

Results::

The rates of high tumor detectability (scores 4-5) varied according to laryngeal subsite, from 75% in the glottic region, to 45% in the subglottic
region, and to 19% in the supraglottic region (P=0.01). The detectability rates were higher on scans performed 2 years or more after CRT.

Conclusion::

The CT evaluation of laryngeal cancer after CRT has limited value, particularly in the epiglottis and subglottis.
A Rare Case of Castleman's Syndrome Presentıng wıth a Mass ın the
Bıfurcatıon of the Celıac Trunk
Authors: Arslan Aydan , Fidanci Özlem , İhvan Ayşenur , Yildirak Muhammed Kadir , Özkan Ömer Faruk
Published: October 2023

Introduction::

Castleman's disease is an extremely rare disease in the abdomen region characterized by benign lymphoepithelial proliferation.

Case Presentation::

We report a case of a 63-year-old female who presented with abdominal pain. Abdominal CT Angio and dynamic contrast-enhanced abdominal
MRI revealed a mass lesion showing markedly contrast enhancement, no vascular invasion sign, and diffusion restriction lesion in the truncus
coelicus bifurcation region. The mass was surgically resected completely. Pathological evaluation showed a hyaline-vascular type of Castleman’s
disease.

Conclusion::

Castleman's disease should be kept in mind in the differential diagnosis of an isolated intra-abdominal mass.
Therapeutic Potential and Pharmacological Activities of (+)-Nantenine in
Medicine: An Aporphine Class Phytocomponent of Nandina domestica
Thunberg
Authors: Patel Dinesh Kumar , Patel Kanika
Published: October 2023

Plant material and their derived byproducts have been used in medicine for the treatment
of human disorders and complications. Plants give us a distinct class of natural compounds,
commonly called secondary metabolites and better examples are the flavonoids, phenols, terpenoids,
alkaloids, tannins, and carotenoids. Plant derived phytoproducts have been used for the
treatment of human disorders in both traditional as well as modern medicine. Naturally occurring
aporphines and their synthetic derivatives are well known in medicine for their pharmacological
activities, including an affinity for dopaminergic, adrenergic and serotonergic receptors. (+)-nantenine
is an aporphine alkaloid isolated from Nandina domestica and other plants.

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The aim of the present study is to analyze the biological potential and therapeutic effectiveness of
nantenine in medicine. In the present work scientific information of nantenine for their medicinal
uses and pharmacological activities have been collected from scientific databases such as Google,
Google Scholar, PubMed, Scopus, and Science Direct . Scientific information of nantenine was
further analyzed to know their health beneficial aspects in medicine. However, the detail pharmacological
activity of nantenine has been discussed in the present work with its analytical aspects.

:

Scientific data analysis described the medicinal importance and pharmacological activities of nantenine.
Nantenine revealed adrenergic response, behavioral response, cardiovascular effect, vasorelaxant
effect, acetylcholinesterase inhibitory potential, cytotoxicity, and biphasic tracheal relaxation.
Present work also signified the biological potential of nantenine for their anti-inflammatory
activity, anticonvulsant effect, antiserotonergic activities, anti-MDMA effect, antileishmanial activity,
effect on histamine and serotonin, human 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT(2A)) and h5-HT(2B)
receptors and isolated tissues. Further, the analytical techniques used for the separation, isolation
and identification of nantenine have also been described in this work. The present scientific data
describes the therapeutic potential and pharmacological activities of (+)-nantenine in medicine.
COVID-19: Different Strains of Corona, Vaccine Efficacy, Treatment,
Medical Ethics, and Future Perspectives
Authors: Singh Sonia , Ahuja Ashima , Ramankutty Raghavan , Ramaswamy Sarada
Published: October 2023

Abstarct:

In the pandemic era of COVID-19, there is an urgent need to develop a safe and effective
vaccine to prevent different variants/strains of COVID-19. The developed vaccine must have the
potency of sustained/controlled drug release into the body. The emergency is reinforced by detailed
scientific knowledge in the genomic field, which eases the rapid development of an effective vaccine
using novel approaches that enhance large-scale production, manufacturing, and testing analysis.
This manuscript concludes the various variants of COVID-19 and types of COVID-19 vaccines
available in the pharmaceutical market with their pricing details and even discusses their efficacy
against various COVID-19 variants. Global partnerships with other pharmaceutical industries and
countries have played a significant role in distributing and deploying the vaccine among the masses.
Social support, relaxation exercise, psychological counseling, parents’ role, psychiatrist help, family
support, yoga, meditation, exercise, and a balanced diet reduce psychosocial stress and promote
health.