bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIVENESS OF UKRAINE IN THE FIELD OF RAIL TRANSPORT
Authors: KAPUSTIAN V. V. , NARAIEVSKYI S. V.
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this article is to determine the competitive position of Ukraine in the field of railway transportation in comparison with Poland (a neighbouring country), Switzerland (a benchmark in the field of railway transportation) and Canada (which professes a completely different “American” principle of operating railway networks, where freight transportation is a priority). Methods. In the process of working on the article, the following research methods were used: analysis and synthesis in the selection of indicators and their grouping (production and financial, scientific and technical development, personnel characteristics) depending on the direction they characterise; methods of economic analysis – multidimensional comparative analysis, index analysis, Delphi method in determining the weight of indicators selected for analysis, rating to determine the final positions of each of the countries selected for analysis. Results. Among the main results of the study is the determination of Ukraine’s competitive position, primarily in comparison with Poland as a neighbouring country. The next most important is the group of indicators that put Ukraine behind the Swiss railways’ benchmarks, in particular, the quality of infrastructure and electrification. The scientific novelty of the results obtained is an attempt to assess the competitive positions of railway transport, which seemingly cannot compete with each other, since each of them operates in a separate territory (in most cases within the same country) and their interests hardly overlap. Currently, this is not entirely true, since, after the large-scale invasion, due to the blockade of Ukrainian seaports, a significant part of export and import commodity flows has moved to rail transport, and by analysing the situation in each individual transit country, it is possible to choose the direction that will be most acceptable for the long-distance transportation of goods to “third” countries. The practical significance of the results obtained can be viewed from at least two perspectives. The first is the indicators that have caused the Ukrainian railway to lag behind the benchmark state (Switzerland) and the work to improve the situation in each of the areas. The second side is the possibility of conducting a similar assessment of the situation in rail transport among all of Ukraine’s neighbouring countries and identifying the highest priority areas for sending most of the export and import cargo to “third” countries.
IS THE DEPENDENCE OF PASSENGER STRESS ON THE PERCEIVED QUALITY OF TRANSPORTATION IS MORE COMPLEX THAN WE INTENDED? EXPANDING THE METHODOLOGICAL BASIS OF RESEARCH AND DECISION MAKING
Authors: Bakalinskii Oleksandr , MELNYK T.S. , Van Aker Veronika
Published: May 2024

Purpose. Development of a methodological basis for measuring the dependence of passenger’ stress on the perceived quality of public transport service. Its achievement will contribute to certainty in management situations, when the task of the transport operator's management is to reduce the stress level of passengers. Research methodology: Research methodology: First survey was conducted by the Joint Stock Company "Ukrainian Railway". We found the most important attributes of the quality of transport service for passengers by types of wagons, the advantages and disadvantages of trip, the desired vectors of the customer value of the transport service. The second survey was conducted in the Luxembourg on the travel behavior of residents and commuters from neighboring countries. The results showed that the quality of the transport service perceived by the passenger is the main factor of stress. The dependence of passengers' stress level on attributes and aggregated perceived quality is complex. Therefore, when studying it, it is necessary to apply measurements along many dimensions. Scientific novelty. An important interest of transport operator is the dependence of passenger stress on the perceived quality of transport service. Point-oriented approaches to its study do not provide complete information that the management of the transport operator needs when developing measures to reduce passenger stress. The literature on passenger stress is analyzed from the point of view of the completeness of management information, which is necessary for transport operator to reduce passenger stress. The results of the literature review are checked in the authors' own research, which they conducted in Ukraine and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. New approaches to measurement of the dependence between passenger stress and the perceived quality of transport service are proposed. They form a broader methodological basis for research and management in this area. Practical significance. The application of the proposed approaches by the management of the transport operator will allow it to make decisions on regulating the quality of the transport service in order to reduce the stress of passengers on the basis of more complete management information.
MODELS OF THE NATIONAL ECONOMIC SYSTEMS OF THE MOST SUCCESSFUL COUNTRIES OF THE WORLD: CRITICAL ANALYSIS AND CONCLUSIONS
Authors: MYAMLIN V. V.
Published: May 2024

The purpose of the research is to analyze the models of the national economies of the most successful countries in the world, such as: China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Singapore, the USA, Sweden, France, Germany, etc. The methodology consists in a systematic critical analysis of the main macroeconomic indicators over the past fifty years and the decisions taken to achieve them. The results. The obtained results allow us to judge that all successful national economies were successful only during a relatively short period of time. Due to the correct mobilization of some efforts in some directions, they really allowed to achieve certain positive results in comparison with other countries. But all of them have in common the fact that they are exposed to numerous negative factors, such as crises, inflation, unemployment, budget deficits, etc., just like "failed economies". This suggests that the main principle underlying the functioning of these national models is incorrect. The scientific novelty is that the real causes of economic crises and a way to eliminate them have been found. Taking into account these reasons, a crisis-free economic model of a highly efficient national economy is proposed. This model has been tested with the help of simulation modeling and has shown its absolute advantage compared to traditional economic models. Practical significance. Use of the proposed new economic model is possible in any country in the world. It will make it possible to permanently avoid financial crises and the accompanying negative phenomena and significantly accelerate the development of the economy and increase the welfare of the people. Depending on the capabilities of one or another country, the growth of the economy will reach from 15 to 30%, or even more.
ANALYSIS AND EVALUATION OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE QUALITY IN ENTERPRISES
Authors: BOCHAROVA N.A. , DANILENKO K.O.
Published: May 2024

Purpose. To examine the theoretical and methodological foundations of the concept of corporate governance quality in enterprises and their application. Generalization of the theoretical approach to formulating the essence of corporate governance and its quality. Examination of quality assessment methods. Analysis of indicators characterizing the quality of corporate governance. Formulation of measures to improve the quality of corporate governance. Methodology. The research methods included: analysis and synthesis - in substantiating the essence of corporate governance and formulating its structural components; graphical method - in presenting visual analysis results; logical generalization method - in analyzing theoretical approaches to organizing corporate governance. Results. This paper examined the concept, structure, and types of corporate governance. Key elements and approaches to its definition were considered. The process of implementing enterprise strategy was examined. Generalized studies on the quality of corporate governance were reviewed. A rating assessment of corporate governance quality was formulated. Preconditions for the formation of corporate conflicts among key participant groups were examined. A rating assessment of the potential for resolving and preventing corporate conflicts was discussed. An assessment of corporate governance rating was developed, including a component that evaluates the subjective composition of corporate relationship participants. Scientific novelty. Lies in the analysis of enterprise activities and calculation of a possible option to increase the corporate governance quality rating of the enterprise. Practical significance. The paper contains practical recommendations aimed at improving the existing mechanism for assessing the quality of corporate governance in enterprises.
Environmental themes in Chinese dance theater: experience and perspectives
Authors:   Dance Teacher, Taiyuan Preschool Teachers College, Postgraduate Student, Kyiv National I. K. Karpenko-Karyi University of Theatre, Cinema and Television, Baojiang Feng
Published: May 2024

This article highlights the involvement of Chinese dance theater in environmental protection. The author analyzes the ecological concepts of the work of three outstanding Chinese choreographers Yang Liping, Wang Yuanyuan, Tong Ruirui, whose works consistently embody the idea of the development of beautiful China, the ecological balance between human and nature, and the humankind’s adaptation to the new conditions of urban digital civilization. The purpose of the study is to investigate the existing experience of implementing Environmental themes in Chinese dance theater, as well as to outline the role of the Chinese ballet theater in the development of environmental consciousness. The research materials were the following stage works: “Pilgrimage to Lhasa”, “Two trees”, “Fire”, “Daughter of the country”, “Spirit of the Peacock”, “Romantic peacock”, “Echoes of Shangrila”, “Dynamic Yunnan”, “The Spirit of the Birds” (director and choreographer Yang Liping); “Haze” (director and choreographer Wang Yuanyuan); “Deep Memory”, “The World of Flowers”, “Then”, “The Earth”, “Goddess of Luo River”; ecological trilogy “Soaring Wings: Journey of the Crested Ibis”, “The Origin of the Big River”, “Deep AI You” (director and choreographer Tong Ruirui). The conclusions summarize the main characteristics of studied artists’ performances on environmental themes, as well as outline the prospects for further promotion of environmental awareness by means of dance theater. According to the author, the dance theater of China can continue to participate in environmental protection actively. The following forms of work turned out to be the most promising: further staging of choreographic performances on ecological topics, ecological production of the plays, open-air performances in natural areas and parks, original dance events in rural areas, choreographic open-air master classes, access to eco-responsible dance productions in online format, participation of ballet dancers in complex activities (ecological festivals, environmental photo sessions, media-programs or performances etc.).
SMART DRIVING LICENSING SYSTEM AND AUTHORIZATION OF AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE INTEGRATING WIRELESS SENSOR NETWORKS AND IoT
Authors: Santhakumar D. , Sudhan M. B. , Prasanna R. , Manikandan S. P. , Prathaban Banu Priya , Kanna R. Rajesh , Saravanan G.
Published: May 2024

The advent of autonomous vehicles has revolutionized the automotive industry, offering promising advancements
in safety, efficiency, and mobility. To integrate these autonomous vehicles into our society
seamlessly, it is imperative to establish a robust licensing system that ensures the safe operation of automated
vehicles on public roads. This article presents an effective smart Driving Licensing System (SDLS),
a digital framework designed to regulate the existing licensing system and authorize licensing for autonomous
vehicles. Through a comprehensive assessment process, the system assesses the drivers and the
autonomous vehicle’s ability to navigate various road conditions, respond to dynamic environments, and
prioritize safety for passengers and other road users. SDLS integrates high-level security through facial
and fingerprint verification for identity verification to preserve licensing data. Hacking and unauthorized
access to autonomous vehicles is prevented by robust cybersecurity protocols. The key benefits of SDLS
include automated data collection, integration of wireless sensor networks (WSN) and Internet of Things
(IoT), smart application processing, real-time license checks, cybersecurity measures, automated testing,
and digital certification. The proposed system offers a comprehensive approach to safely integrating autonomous vehicles into our transportation ecosystem. The autonomous vehicles are integrated with antennas
at rooftops or into bumpers, depending upon the vehicle design which can be connected with the SDLS for signal communication. Furthermore, the SDLS establishes a framework for continuous monitoring and updates, enabling ongoing assessments to keep pace with evolving technology and safety standards.
Automatic creation of personalised virtual construction safety training in digital twins
Authors: Speiser Kilian , Teizer Jochen
Published: May 2024

The construction industry faces persistent safety challenges resulting in far too many occupational injuries and fatalities. Even advanced measures like virtual safety training methods still fall short in terms of realism. This paper introduces a pioneering approach that exploits digital twins to create virtual training environments (VTEs) tailored for construction safety. The digital twin for construction safety (DTCS) framework seamlessly integrates building information modelling (BIM) models, schedules, resources and hazard data into a prototype using the game engine Unity. It enables the generation of VTEs with minimal user interaction, empowering safety trainers to define personalised scenarios based on specific project parameters and training requirements tailored to the trainees’ needs. The evaluation of this approach through three distinct real-world projects and a case study with trainees demonstrates its efficacy. The results indicate the ability of the DTCS framework to efficiently create VTEs independently of the project once digital project information is available. Moreover, the framework provides meaningful feedback to the trainees by evaluating the performance using runtime data collection and analysis. The collected data promise use for several applications, but future research must validate their effectiveness. Beyond training, the study highlights the utility of VTEs in improving safety design and hazard mitigation strategies through data-driven insights.
OUT ON THE SCENE
Authors: Kosnick Kira
Published: May 2024

Reprinted from Ethnologia Europaea 38:2, 2008. This article develops a critique of identity-focused approaches to ethno-cultural diversity in urban settings by shifting attention from categorical identities to the question of socialities. Taking the example of a queer migrant club night as its point of departure, it shows how a focus on the forms of social engagement that are particular to migrant club scenes can contextualize identity claims but also go beyond them by highlighting the complexity of shifting affiliations and interactions that makes for the appeal of such scenes. Rather than seeing queer migrant club scenes as a protected refuge for a doubly discriminated minority, the consideration of socialities allows to reveal their functioning as semi-public urban formations.
Initial Conditions for the Formation of Insurance Protection as the Basis for the Construction of the Concept of Insurance of Private Households
Authors: Stepanova Marina
Published: May 2024

High-quality insurance protection of households contributes to ensuring their financial security in the face of possible negative changes leading to budget imbalance. At the same time, the formation of insurance plans should take into account the specifics of building insurance relations, determined by the type of household and other key parameters that affect the quality of insurance coverage provided. The scientific novelty of the research lies in solving a local scientific problem associated with the consistent development of the theoretical foundations for the formation of insurance protection for private households and obtaining results that are of practical importance for the full implementation of insurance functions in relation to a specific institutional group. The purpose of the study was to identify and summarize key positions that can have a potential impact on the content, volume and completeness of insurance coverage provided to private households. At this stage, the researcher had two tasks: to identify operational differences between insurance protection of monosubject and polysubject households; to generalize factors that can influence the volume of insurance protection being formed and its orientation. The author came to the conclusion that among them can be attributed the functional orientation of insurance protection; the level of formation of the insurance plan; the behavioral attitude of potential policyholders and the motives of their activity in local segments of the insurance market.
Concession as a Tool for the Implementation of Regional Investment Projects
Authors: Chistyakova Olga , Chuprov Sergey
Published: May 2024

The implementation of promising investment projects is the most important task of the regions, since innovative ideas are being implemented, production and other promising areas for the regions are developing, new jobs are being created, regional product and budget occupancy are increasing. In Irkutsk region, a significant share of investment projects falls on the industrial sector. Projects in the field of agriculture, creating a comfortable urban environment, logistics and healthcare are also of great importance. A system of financial and non-financial institutions has been formed in the Irkutsk Region to support businesses in the implementation of investment projects. A promising tool for the implementation of investment projects is a concession. The purpose of this study is to study the modern possibilities of implementing concession agreements for the implementation of regional investment projects. The article discusses the concepts and approaches to the conclusion of concession agreements; legal aspects of the conclusion of concession agreements. Particular attention is paid to the problems of concluding concession agreements for the implementation of investment projects without attracting private capital. The research methodology is based on a theoretical analysis of the main aspects of investment design and its financing tools. The information base of the study was data on the development and implementation of investment projects in the Irkutsk region. The scientific novelty lies in the identification of a new mechanism for the implementation of concession operations, which involves the creation of quasi-public structures on the rights of private ones. The practice of concession operations with regional development corporations is being studied. The article examines the experience of concluding concession agreements in the regions of Russia. Special attention is paid to the creation of the Central cluster in the Irkutsk region on the terms of a concession. This is a major investment project that includes a waste sorting and recycling complex.
Construct of Faith in Psychology: Beliefs, Emotions, Experience
Authors: Daver Diana
Published: May 2024

Digitalization, which has been developing in recent decades, leads to the availability and abundance of information, as a result the necessity to develop critical thinking arises. The formation of faith provides support, faith performs an important protective function of the mind. Faith is necessary for the development and functioning of the individual, it is of great importance for working with information, for solving problems and moral-ethical accomplishment of young people. The paper presents an overview of different approaches to the faith and belief, considers the connection of faith and critical thinking, motivation and presents three positions in the perception of faith. The article proposes a model of faith, describes three components of this construct: an empirical component (experience), a cognitive component (beliefs) and an emotional-volitional component (desires, aspirations, motive). The article emphasizes the connection between cognitions, emotions, will. In situations of uncertainty, there is a need to strengthen faith. We consider the mechanisms of changing the dynamics within the construct "faith" by means of strengthening or weakening the cognitive component - beliefs. The question of the difficulty of changing beliefs is raised due to the fact that beliefs are represented by a system, and not by individual elements. The set of beliefs of the individual is a complete whole structure, where each belief has its own degree of importance and degree of impact on the life of the individual. Changing one belief leads to an imbalance in the system, causes negative emotions and defenses. The article provides examples of studies of self-deception as a defense mechanism in a situation where an individual cannot change the belief system. The article uses a descriptive method, presents the structure of faith, its components and methods of working with beliefs (AGM).
Fluorescence size exclusion chromatography (FSEC) of native nanodiscs v1
Authors: Brown Caroline , Ghosh Snehasish , Gupta Kallol
Published: May 2024

This is a protocol describing how to conduct Fluorescence size exclusion chromatography of native nanodiscs.
Protocol OCPRIP v2
Authors: Parravicini Chiara , Spedicati Daniele , Guenci Matteo , Liggeri Nicole
Published: May 2024

We present a step-by-step methodology for the systematic extraction, alignment, and analysis of peer review data from Crossref to enhance the OpenCitations Index. The protocol delineates four key phases: data gathering, alignment, data management and data analysis. In the data gathering phase, peer review data is extracted from Crossref, annotated, and organized into JSON format. The alignment phase adapts the OpenCitations Index workflow to treat peer reviews as first-class data entities, generating CSV files for reviews and provenance. These datasets are then converted into RDF format, adhering to the OpenCitations Data Model. Furthermore, the protocol addresses data management by querying OpenCitations Meta database via SPARQL to identify existing peer reviews. This process facilitates the categorization of peer reviews into those already present in the OpenCitations repository and those requiring inclusion. Continuous synchronization with Crossref ensures the currency and accuracy of the dataset. Lastly, data analysis tasks are outlined, including isolating venues, counting DOIs, and verifying article DOIs.
Imaging single AF647 molecules immobilised in PVA on a cover glass v1
Authors: Bruggeman Ezra
Published: May 2024

This is a protocol for the preparation of a microscopy sample of single Alexa Fluor 647 molecules immobilised in PVA polymer on a cover glass. This protocol was used to generate the data shown in Figure 2i and 1j of the following publication: Bruggeman et al., POLCAM: Instant molecular orientation microscopy for the life sciences. bioRxiv 2023.02.07.527479 (Feb 2023), doi: https://doi.org/10.1101/2023.02.07.527479
Native Nanobleach of native nanodiscs v1
Authors: Brown Caroline , Walker Gerard , Gupta Kallol
Published: May 2024

This is a protocol to conduct Native Nanobleach of native nanodiscs.
Live-cell imaging of the plasma membrane of Jurkat T cells v1
Authors: Bruggeman Ezra , Körbel Markus
Published: May 2024

This is a protocol for the preparation of a Jurkat T cells for live imaging of the plasma membrane. This protocol was used to generate the data shown in Figure 6 of the following publication: Bruggeman et al., POLCAM: Instant molecular orientation microscopy for the life sciences. bioRxiv 2023.02.07.527479 (Feb 2023), doi: https://doi.org/10.1101/2023.02.07.527479
TAB-PAINT imaging of alpha-synuclein fibrils using Nile Red v1
Authors: Bruggeman Ezra
Published: May 2024

This is a protocol for the preparation of a sample of alpha-synuclein fibrils on a PLL-coated cover glass for TAB-PAINT imaging with Nile Red. This protocol was used to generate the data shown in Figure 3 of the following publication: Bruggeman et al., POLCAM: Instant molecular orientation microscopy for the life sciences. bioRxiv 2023.02.07.527479 (Feb 2023), doi:https://doi.org/10.1101/2023.02.07.527479
Sugar Beet Tissue Collection for Genome Assembly and Annotation with Long Read Sequencing v2
Authors: Todd Olivia , not provided kevin.dorn
Published: May 2024

This protocol outlines the various types of tissue collection needed to follow the USDA-ARS Dorn lab protocol for Beta vulgaris crop wild relative genome sequencing. The annotation pipeline is in another protocol, and can be found by searching the author profile.
Preparation and imaging of lipid bilayer-coated silica microspheres v1
Authors: Bruggeman Ezra
Published: May 2024

This protocol describes the preparation and imaging of lipid bilayer-coated micrometer-scale glass beads. This protocol was used to generate the data presented in Figure 2d-g in the following publication: Bruggeman et al., POLCAM: Instant molecular orientation microscopy for the life sciences. bioRxiv 2023.02.07.527479 (Feb 2023), doi: https://doi.org/10.1101/2023.02.07.527479 The described protocol is based on a previously published protocol that uses lipid extrusion instead of a tip probe sonicator to generate lipid vesicles: Tingting Wu, Jin Lu and Matthew D. Lew.pixOL: pixel-wise dipole-spread function engineering for simultaneously measuring the 3D orientation and 3D localization of dipole-like emitters.bioRxiv (2022).https://doi.org/10.1101/2021.12.30.474544
Isolation of lysosomes using the Tagless LysoIP method in PBMCs v1
Authors: Saarela Daniel , Sammler Esther , R Alessi Dario , Tonelli Francesca
Published: May 2024

Molecular homeostasis in cells is regulated in part by protein degradation, which is facilitated by the proteasome and lysosomal proteolysis. Lysosomes are membrane bound organelles involved in the turnover of proteins, metabolites and lipids. Recent literature implicates lysosomal dysfunction to be a feature of many a disease, including neurodegenerative diseases. Focused investigation of lysosomal content (proteome/lipidome/metabolome) in disease states could lead to the discovery of novel therapeutics and disease mechanisms. Here we describe our method to isolate peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) and perform rapid isolation of intact, tag-less lysosomes from PBMC homogenates using ball-bearing cell breakers and anti-TMEM192 -antibody coupled to magnetic beads. First, cells are broken with physical sheering force as the cell suspension passes through a narrow gap within the cell-breaker, leading to plasma membrane rupture but due to their small size, lysosomes remain intact (Figure 1). Then, the cell homogenate is incubated with the antibody-coupled magnetic beads to allow for rapid immunopurification of lysosomes by binding to the transmembrane protein of lysosomes TMEM192 (Figure 3). The purified lysosomes can be processed and analysed with a variety of techniques including immunoblotting analysis, proteomic/lipidomic/metabolomic tools, fluorescence-activated cell sorting and GCase activity assay. The immunopurification protocol is very fast, less than 15 minutes from start of the incubation with the beads to washed, pure lysosomes. The same protocol can also be used to immunopurify lysosomes from commonly cultured cells such as mouse embryonic fibroblast, HEK293 and A549 cells.
Historia y actividades que desarrollan las sociedades científicas estudiantiles en la educación médica latinoamericana
Authors:   Universidad Científica del Sur, Castro-Rodríguez Yuri Alejandro
Published: May 2024

Introducción: las Sociedades Científicas Estudiantiles (SCE) son comunidades de aprendizaje donde los estudiantes forman sus competencias investigativas. El objetivo del presente artículo fue sintetizar las fuentes que describen la historia y las actividades de las SCE implementadas en los programas de educación médica latinoamericana. Métodos: se realizó una revisión narrativa que exploró las bases de datos: Scopus, Web of Science, PUBMED, SciELO, Redalyc y el buscador Google académico en los cuales se indagó los siguientes términos: “Sociedad Científica de Estudiantes”, “formación investigativa” y “competencias investigativas”. Se resumieron las características de: definiciones, historia, organización, objetivos y actividades que realiza una SCE. Resultados: las fuentes indican que una SCE es una comunidad de aprendizaje extracurricular, su historia indica que la mayoría de ellas han surgido en la educación médica como un espacio para formar futuros investigadores, formar competencias investigativas, mejorar la atención clínica asistencial y exponer a los estudiantes a nuevas experiencias investigativas. Sus actividades están orientadas a la promoción de la investigación desde el pregrado, en la educación médica se añade la formación del estudiante en la promoción y prevención de las enfermedades. Las SCE presentan estructuras organizativas variables que son dirigidas por estudiantes y que pueden ser apoyadas por docentes, egresados e investigadores. Conclusión: las SCE se consideran como espacios extracurriculares del pregrado que permiten la formación investigativa de un estudiante al lograr exponerlos a múltiples actividades académicas, científicas, de producción y proyección social. Sus orígenes permiten concebirlas como una estrategia formativa que complementa la función curricular.
Encefalitis límbica: una revisión narrativa de la literatura
Authors:   Dialéctica terapia, Andrade-Carrillo Rommel Augusto , Cabrera-Orrego Betty Alejandra ,   Dialéctica terapia
Published: May 2024

La encefalitis límbica es una enfermedad incluida en el grupo de encefalitis autoinmunes desencadenada por diferentes causas incluidas paraneoplásicas, infecciosas, farmacológicas, entre otras. Los síntomas principales son alteraciones de la memoria, convulsiones y síntomas psiquiátricos. Esta enfermedad puede provocar secuelas neuropsiquiátricas y cognitivas graves si no se hace un tratamiento oportuno y si se subdiagnostica puede empeorar el pronóstico cuando existe un tumor subyacente no identificado. Dada la importancia de esta condición, desarrollamos este artículo para proporcionar una actualización sobre el enfoque diagnóstico y terapéutico de estos pacientes, de acuerdo con los posibles hallazgos en estudios de imágenes, de suero y de líquido cefalorraquídeo. Las pruebas de detección de anticuerpos permiten identificar, según la ubicación del antígeno (superficie celular, intracelular o sináptico), la relación con tumores, la respuesta al tratamiento y el pronóstico; en caso de que se trate de una encefalitis paraneoplásica, el abordaje terapéutico incluye el tratamiento oncológico específico, la inmunoterapia y el manejo para control de los síntomas, generalmente de forma simultánea.
Evidence Base Analysis of the Effectiveness of Early Intervention Models the DIRFloortime Model and the ESDM Model. Part 2. ESDM Model
Authors: Romanovsky N.V.
Published: May 2024

Objectives. Describing empirically proven algorithms of the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) is a relevant task to compare variants of the model practically presented in the correctional space and the empirically proven variant. The basic empirical studies of the effectiveness of the ESDM model are analyzed.

Methods. The review considers 9 English-language sources, 5 articles in Russian, and a textbook on the Denver Early Intervention Model, which describe evaluations mainly in the format of randomized and controlled trials of the effectiveness of the ESDM model.

Results. The results of the analysis of the cited studies indicate a significantly greater effectiveness of the ESDM approach for children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) compared to standard available care options on such parameters as: receptive and expressive speech, socialization, daily living skills, communication, motor skills, reduction of the main symptoms of autism, and reduction of parental stress.

Conclusions. The basic evidence-based applications of the ESDM model are described, which include: writing an individualized care plan, intensive sessions with the child for approximately 15 hours per week, regular parent training, independent interaction with children for approximately 2—3 hours per day, and age of onset of care between 18 and 30 months. The conclusion has been made that the Early Start Denver Model (EDSM) is appropriate for working with early age children showing signs of ASD.
Developmental Features and Twins Mental Health at Early Age: A Review of Domestic and Foreign Studies
Authors: Korgozha M.A. , Abdulaeva A.M.
Published: May 2024

Objectives. Due to the increasing birth rate of twins and the high risk of delayed physical, cognitive, and psychosocial development in twins at an early age, there is a need to identify factors that contribute to the mental health and developmental trajectory of children.

Methods. We conducted a review and analysis of recent domestic and international research from 183 articles published between 2009 and 2024, and available in the Scopus, Semantic Scholar, PubMed, Bielefeld Academic Search Engine, Russian Science Citation Index (RSCI) and Crossref databases. The search used the keywords “infant twins”, “twins at early age”, “twins early development”, “twins interaction”.

Results. The interest of researchers in different aspects of the mental health and development of children born from monozygotic and dizygotic twin pregnancies is shown. The main factors affecting the health and development of twins are genetic factors, congenital defects, gestational age and birth weight, the presence of trauma during birth, as well as the somatic health of children in the first months of life. The early development of twins is closely related to the features of the care organization and parenting, interaction with the mother, as with a caring adult, a set of environmental factors and conditions for the education. At an early age, twins are at high risk of lagging in general physical, cognitive and speech impairment development compared with singleton, which should be taken into account in monitoring the need for early help for children.

Conclusions. There is a need for relevant domestic research on the features of the development of twins at an early age. The study of the individual trajectory of early development of each child from twins should be carried out taking into account the factor of discordance in a twin pair.
Neurotic States of Women and the Features of the Attitude Towards the Newborn in the Situation of “Burdened” Motherhood
Authors: Zolotova I.A.
Published: May 2024

Objectives. The growing number of children with mental health needs leads to an increase in the need for research on this issue. The subjective phenomenon of "burdened" motherhood is considered as an environmental risk factor for child mental health disorders. The article presents the results that allow us to consider the attitude to the newborn and the pronounced neurotic states of the mother among the unfavorable factors in the formation of the "mother-child" dyad.

Methods. A total of 228 women participated in the study. Comparison groups of 173 respondents were formed. The unifying criterion of the groups is the special conditions for the formation of the "mother-child" system in the situation of "burdened" motherhood. 55 women with preserved reproductive function, whose pregnancy ended with the birth of a healthy child, are classified as "conditional norm". The Pregnant Woman's Attitude Test by I.V. Dobryakov, the Clinical Questionnaire of Neurotic States by K.K. Yakhin and D.M. Mendelevich, the method of semi-structured interview, the methods of statistical processing of empirical data Mann-Whitney U-test and Spearman's rank correlation coefficient were used.

Results. Women in a situation of "burdened" motherhood are more likely to transmit an anxious attitude towards the newborn (U = 210.0; p = 0.004235). Positive correlations between anxious and depressive attitudes towards the newborn and indicators on the asthenia scale of the Neurotic States Questionnaire (r = 0.39; <0.05) are described. Empirical data have confirmed the presence of pronounced neurotic states in women in the situation of "burdened" motherhood on the following scales: "anxiety", "hysterical type of reaction", "obsessive-phobic disorders" and "vegetative disorders".

Conclusions. The obtained data indicate that the features of the attitude towards the newborn and the level of severity of neurotic states in women in the situation of "burdened" motherhood, can be considered among the risk factors for mental health disorders in infancy and young age.
Features of nutritional support for dysphagia. The role of a speech therapist
Authors: Khlyustova Maria G. , Krylov Kirill  Yu.
Published: May 2024

Neurogenic oropharyngeal dysphagia remains a widespread complication of neurological diseases. Its prevalence in stroke patients reaches 50%, among patients with multiple sclerosis — 44%, with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis — 60%, after brain injury — 50%, with Parkinson’s disease — 84%. Neurogenic oropharyngeal dysphagia can lead to a decrease in food intake, development of malnutrition and dehydration, and can also be complicated by the development of aspiration pneumonia, followed by death. Currently, the detection of dysphagia in hospitalized patients is often carried out late or outside the algorithm, which significantly increases the risk of nutritional deficiency, decreased quality of life, and other complications when eating. A clinical study of the swallowing function at the earliest possible time of hospitalization avoids delays in diagnosis and timely determines the feeding tactics of a patient with neurogenic dysphagia. The assessment of the swallowing function should be carried out in the first hours of the patient’s hospitalization, and the main conclusion to be drawn from the results of a clinical study of the swallowing function is whether the patient can receive food through the mouth to satisfy nutritional needs.
Despite the urgency of the problem of the development of nutritional deficiency in patients with dysphagia, there are few specific recommendations in the Russian literature on the stages of diagnosis, medical rehabilitation and nutritional support for this category of patients. This review is devoted to the analysis of the need for correct diagnosis and rehabilitation of patients with dysphagia and the impact of dysphagia on the quality of life and nutritional status of the patients.
A multi-step loss meta-learning method based on multi-scale feature extraction for few-shot fault diagnosis
Authors: Xu Zhenheng , Liu Zhong , Tian Bing , Lv Qiancheng , Liu Hu
Published: May 2024

Existing deep learning (DL) algorithms are based on a large amount of training data and they face challenges in effectively extracting fault features when dealing with few-shot fault diagnoses. Model-agnostic meta-learning (MAML) also faces some challenges, including the limited capability of the basic convolutional neural network (CNN) with a single convolutional kernel to extract fault features comprehensively, as well as the instability of model training due to the inner and outer double-layer loops. To address these issues, this paper presents a multi-step loss meta-learning
method based on multi-scale feature extraction (MFEML). Firstly, an improved multi-scale feature extraction module (IMFEM) is designed to solve the problem of the insufficient feature extraction capability of the CNN. Secondly, the multi-step loss is used to reconstruct the meta-loss to address the issue of MAML training instability. Finally, the experimental results of two datasets demonstrate the effectiveness of the MFEML.
Regional Forest Health Monitoring Program: 2023 Report
Authors: Porter Benjamin , Vitale Jacob , Sirch Matthias , Donisvitch Soren , Voorhis Nancy , Wolf Alexana , Lee Jerome , Schuett Elissa , Adams Alison , Pontius Jennifer
Published: May 2024

2023 Regional Forest Health Monitoring Program Report
Skillful Manipulation of Electronic Musical-Note-Type Instrument Using Industrial Humanoid Robot
Authors: Ozawa Mikio , Kato Daiki , Hanai Hiroaki , Hirogaki Toshiki , Aoyama Eiichi
Published: May 2024

Industrial robots contribute significantly to productivity improvements, quality improvements, and cost reductions at production sites. Among the industrial robots, those that can cooperate with humans without safety measures or output limitations on the motors of their axes are known as cooperative robots. In the manufacturing field, there is a growing demand for production lines where humans and robots can coexist and cooperate instead of those where robots perform all processes on their own. In this study, we focus on a cooperative robot fabricated using a 3D resin printer and aim to improve its operation using the same tools as humans. As an example of such an application, we attempt to develop a sound-feedback-based motion for manipulating an electronic musical instrument called an “otamatone”. First, the hardware for grasping the object is created using a 3D printer, and notes on the modeling process are described. We then construct an advanced sound feedback system using the Robot Operating System (ROS) to identify the sounding position and pitch of the instrument. In this study, we propose a partial model-matching method for determining the Proportional–Integral–Derivative (PID) gains of the servomotors of each joint of a robot. Consequently, the accuracy of the robot’s motion improves and the accuracy of the intended musical performance is enhanced.
Genomic perspective of Salmonella enterica isolated from farm animals in Sinaloa, Mexico
Authors: Campo Nohelia Castro-del , Aguirre-Sanchez Jose Roberto , Irvin González-López , Prieto-Alvarado Rogelio , Chaidez Cristobal
Published: May 2024

Farm animals play a crucial role as a primary source of sustenance for human consumption. However continues to be one of the major food-borne pathogens from a public health standpoint. Its persistent global concern surrounding stems from its capability to induce foodborne illnesses. Unraveling the genetic characteristics of this pathogen stands as a pivotal step, shedding light on the intricate biology of and aiming to mitigate its prevalence. Within this context, our study aims to delve into the genomic traits and population structure of Mexican isolates derived from farm animals.

We performed next-generation sequencing across 72 genomes. Genomic data was analyzed to determine virulence and antibiotic resistance markers. In addition, a phylogenetic tree and a spanning tree was constructed.

The study revealed a diversity of 18 serovars linked to a singular ST, with prominent serovars being Oranienburg, Give, and Saintpaul. Across all isolates, an extensive array of virulence-related genes was identified. Interestingly, 95% of the isolates displayed exclusive resistance to aminoglycosides, while the remaining exhibited multidrug resistance to tetracycline and chloramphenicol. Notably, a substantial prevalence of prophages in the genomes was observed, accounting for 94% and totaling 183 sequences. The serovar Give stood out with the highest number of sequences, featuring Vibrio X29 and Escher RCS47 as the most prevalent phages.

This comprehensive analysis provides valuable insights into the intricate world of , paving the way for enhanced understanding and targeted interventions.
Emerging trends in urinary tract infection pathogens: Insights from K. oxytoca and M. morganii in Indian settings
Authors: Dhar Anju , Gupta Soni , Ghoel Deepali , Dingankar Rupesh
Published: May 2024

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are a significant global health concern affecting millions annually. In India, UTIs linked to various bacterial pathogens, particularly and present a formidable challenge. This study aimed to evaluate the occurrence of these bacteria in urine samples obtained from UTI patients in Indian settings. Our investigation identified a notable proportion of UTIs associated with and highlighting the necessity for customized therapeutic approaches. Additionally, we conducted antibiotic susceptibility testing to guide appropriate antibiotic selection. Our findings revealed that 90% of isolates exhibiting additional resistance to Azithromycin (AZK). These results emphasize the importance of judicious antibiotic use and continuous monitoring of antibiotic resistance in UTI-causing pathogens in Indian healthcare settings. This study contributes to UTI management strategies and the development of tailored treatment modalities for the Indian population.
A study on clinico-demographic and microbiological profile of surgical site infection (SSI) in a tertiary care hospital, Kolkata: An alarming trend
Authors: Ganguly-Bhattacharjee Swagata , Banik Ankita , Haldar Sharanya , Kundu Suman , Bhunia Somnath , Behera Kishor Kumar , Roy Cizarina , Dey Jayanta Bikash
Published: May 2024

The Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates surgical site infections SSI is major contributor of healthcare associated infections (HAI). Multidrug resistant (MDR) Gram-negative bacilli are emerging pathogens. This study aimed to determine the magnitude of SSI and identify predominant pathogens with their antimicrobial susceptibility patterns.

It is a hospital-based descriptive cross-sectional study including 2070 suspected SSI specimens from 25809 surgeries between 1July 2021 to 30 June 2023. Organisms’ identification and AST was done by both conventional and automated methods. Data was collected and analysed on MS-Excel sheet with various charts and tables.

In our study SSI rate was 6.3%, much higher than previous study (2.83%) from this institution. SSI rate was highest in plastic surgery (8.2%). Major pathogens of SSI were Gram-negative bacilli e.g., (26.34%), (25.59%) and (74.69%) was predominant among Gram-positive cocci. Gram-negative bacilli including enterobacterales and non-fermenter and showed resistance to major classes of broad- spectrum antibiotics. Methicillin resistance (MRSA) was 43.9%, which indicates need to improve infection control practices.

Our study showed significant higher proportion of SSI as compared to previous studies from the same institute with alarming number of isolated MDR Gram-negative bacilli. So, this study focusses the need of robust infection control practices and strict implementation of antimicrobial stewardship to overcome challenges of antimicrobial resistance.
A prospective study on Rickettsia infections in Central India
Authors: Taraphdar Debjani , Hawaldar Ranjana , Sodani Sadhna
Published: May 2024

Rickettsial infections are under-reported in India. The actual disease burden has been underestimated as non-specific serological tests are mostly used to diagnose these infections.

The aim of this study was the detection of Rickettsia infections in clinical specimens by Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction.

A study was established to analyse blood samples taken from pyrexia of unknown origin (PUO) or undifferentiated fever cases. A total of 69 such patients, were referred/walked-in to our diagnostic centre, Indore, India between October 2021 and May 2023. The blood samples were collected in EDTA lavender (purple) top tube.

Of the tested samples, 14 patients (20.3%) were positive for Rickettsia infection.Gender wise distribution revealed higher incidence (57%) of Rickettsial infections in male patients. Children were majorly infected (50% of cases); multiple infection was also noted in them, though severity was not high. Severe clinical manifestation including hospitalization was also noted in some patients.

Few reports are available from India on molecular diagnosis of Rickettsia infection. Early-stage molecular diagnosis will help to stave off and prevent serious complications.