bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Investigation of the Effects of Physical Activity on Body Awareness, Posture and Anxiety in Smartphone Addicted Individuals
Authors: Maden Çağtay , Kavak Fatma Betül , Tutar Ayşegül , Külekçioğlu Sena , Yiğit Sedat , Gözaçan Karabulut Demet
Published: September 2024

Aim: The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of physical activity on body awareness, posture and anxiety in smartphone addicted individuals.
Material and Method: The smartphone addiction level of 110 smartphone addicted young adult (20.27±2.25 years) included in the study was assessed with the Smartphone Addiction Scale-Short Version (SAS), physical activity level with the International Physical Activity Questionnaire Short Form (IPAQ), body awareness with the Body Awareness Questionnaire (BAQ), posture assessment with the New York Posture Rating Scale (NYPRS) and anxiety level with the Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI). According to the IPAQ score, participants were categorised into three groups as inactive (I group), minimally active (M group) and active (A group). Body awareness, posture affectivity and anxiety levels of the groups were compared. The relationship between physical activity levels and body awareness, posture problems and anxiety levels of all participants was analysed.
Results: The BAQ score of the I group was lower than that of the M and A groups (p.05). The BAI score of group I was higher than that of group A (p=.039). The NYPRS scores did not differ significantly between the groups (p>.05). There was a positive correlation between IPAQ score and BAQ score (r=.283, p=.003) and a negative correlation with BAI score (r=.212, p=.043). A negative correlation was found between sitting time and NYPRS score (r=.214, p=.041).
Conclusion: Physical activity has a positive effect on body awareness and anxiety in smartphone-addicted individuals. Physical activity can protect young adult from the negative physical and psychological effects of smartphones. In addition, it is important to pay careful consideration to the sitting time in order to prevent posture problems in these individuals.
The Ocular Changes during Pregnancy
Authors: Lohani Suchita , Kumar Raj
Published: September 2024

Many physiological changes occur during pregnancy, including ones that impact the eyes. These changes are primarily brought on by adjustments to blood flow, metabolism, and hormone balance. While the majority of visual alterations that occur during pregnancy are transient and benign, some preexisting problems may worsen or new pathologies may appear, necessitating an early diagnosis and course of therapy. To keep an eye on these changes, routine prenatal eye examinations are essential. Increased corneal thickness from water retention and hyperglycemia, changed refractive indices from fluid retention and alterations in lens curvature, and dry eyes from altered tear film physiology are common ocular abnormalities. Hormonal impacts also usually result in a decrease in intraocular pressure. Retinal detachment and hemorrhages can be caused by serious illnesses such as hypertensive disorders of pregnancy, and diabetic retinopathy may worsen due to gestational diabetes. Idiopathic intracranial hypertension and central serous chorioretinopathy can also occur; these conditions typically go away after giving birth or with weight control. Thyroid level monitoring is crucial for the treatment of Graves' ophthalmopathy. To protect the health of both the mother and the fetus, early detection and treatment of these ocular abnormalities are essential components of effective prenatal screening programs.
The Impact of Technology in Warehousing
Authors: Mohammed A Alasfour, , Abdulatif I Alsmaeel,
Published: September 2024

The warehouse business has undergone a revolution with the integration of advanced technology, resulting in the transformation of traditional storage facilities into highly efficient and dynamic settings. The article delves into the ways in which warehousing operations have been transformed by a number of technological advancements, including automation, robotics, WMS, the IoT, AI, cloud computing, and AR. With increased efficiency, precision, and cost-effectiveness, these technologies have made it possible to manage inventories more effectively, fulfill orders more quickly, and make better decisions. These technology developments are expected to have an even greater impact on how supply chain management and logistics are developed in the future as the warehousing sector develops.
Evaluation of Sanitation Technologies Across Sanitation Service Chain in Kericho Town, Kenya
Authors: Bernard Kirui , Sarah Wandili , Kennedy Gachoka
Published: September 2024

In 2020, over half of the world's population resided in cities, with projections indicating that by 2050, this figure will rise to 70%. Providing adequate sanitation services in urban and peri-urban areas presents significant challenges due to the dense concentration of people, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Poor sanitation practices in these areas can lead to the spread of diseases with high morbidity and mortality rates. The focus of the study was on Kericho town, Kenya, facing a notable sanitation challenge due to dilapidated sewer system and inadequate sanitation facilities . The aim of this study was to evaluate the safety of sanitation technologies used in Kericho Town. Descriptive study design was adopted. Data collection methods included surveys, interviews, and observations, with a sample size of 409 households. The findings revealed that 66.5% of the population relies on pit latrines with slabs, 13.69% use pour/manual flush systems, 11.49% have ventilated improved pit latrines, 8.07% employ automatic cistern flush, and a minimal 0.24% practice open defecation. 25% of population discharged waste directly into the sewerage system whereby 5% were considered safely managed. Additionally, 4% of waste from user interfaces was discharged directly into open ground or open drains. 2% of population used septic tanks connected to soak pits, whereas 6% of population used septic tanks connected to open ground. Sludge from septic tanks, comprising 20%, was delivered to the WWTP by exhausters for further treatment, of which only 20% underwent treatment, with the remainder released untreated into the environment. 49% of the population used lined pits, while 14% used unlined pits. Approximately 20% of faecal sludge from the pits was exhausted, with only 20% of it considered safely treated, and the remainder released into the environment. Notably, open defecation accounted for less than 1% based on the survey findings. Consequently, the current trend in faecal sludge management in Kericho Town posed potential health hazards to the community unless measures such as rehabilitating the existing wastewater treatment plant are implemented.
Prevalence and Predictors of Musculoskeletal Disorders among Bus Drivers Engaged in Long- Distance Transportation in Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Authors: Chinyere John Amarachi
Published: September 2024

Background An increasing number of occupational injuries occur due to work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) in both developing and industrialized countries. These disorders have an impact on workers' health as well as society at large, posing medical, occupational, and economic challenges.  Objectives This research assessed work-related musculoskeletal disorders and its risk factors among Bus drivers for private long-distance Transport Companies in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.  Materials and Methods This study employed a cross-sectional study design. The multi-stage sampling technique was used to sample 338 long-distance bus drivers in the city of Port Harcourt. Participants' demographic data and information regarding work related musculoskeletal disorders were collected using a modified version of the Standardized Nordic Musculoskeletal Survey questionnaire. Descriptive statistics determined prevalence and inferential statistics was used to determine associated risk factors of WRMSD. The p-value of the test of statistical significance was set at ≤0.05. The participants were all male.  Result 58.6% of the research sample had WRMSDs, according to the findings. After logistic regression analysis, only marital status (AOR=5.714, 95% CI for AOR=3.046- 10.721; p=0.001), prolonged sitting of ≥8 hours, (AOR=0.350; 95% CI for AOR=0.166-0.741; p=0.006) and previous history of pain in a previous occupation (AOR=5.714, 95% CI for AOR=3.046-10.721; p=0.001), were significantly associated with the prevalence of WRMSD.  Conclusion WRMSDs are prevalent in private long-distance bus drivers and are strongly correlated with marrital status, prolonged sitting times (more than eight hours), and a history of muscle or joint discomfort in a prior job.
Teaching AI to Summarize Like a Human: AReinforcement Learning Experiment
Authors: Pathak Lakshin , Virani Mili , Raval Dhyani , Patel Tvisha
Published: September 2024

Text summarization is a crucial task in natural language processing (NLP), aiming to distill extensive information into concise and coherent summaries. Traditional summarization methods, including both extractive and abstractive techniques, face challenges in generating summaries that balance brevity and informativeness. This paper explores the application of Reinforce- ment Learning with Human Feedback (RLHF) to address these challenges and enhance the quality of text summarization.We introduce an RLHF-based approach using the FLAN-T5-small model, which integrates human feedback into the reinforcement learning framework to refine summary generation. Our method leverages a dataset from the Hugging Face datasets library, consisting of diverse document-summary pairs. The model is pre-trained on a large corpus and fine-tuned using human feedback, which serves as a reward signal to guide the model towards generating more relevant and coherent summaries.Our experimental results demonstrate that the RLHF-enhanced model significantly outperforms traditional summarization methods. Quantitative evaluations using ROUGE and BLEU metrics reveal substantial improvements in summary quality, with increases of up to 12.5% in ROUGE- 1 and 9.8% in BLEU scores over baseline methods. Qualitative assessments by human evaluators further confirm that the RLHF-based model produces summaries that are more aligned with human expectations in terms of coherence and relevance.This study highlights the potential of RLHF to overcome the limitations of conventional summarization tech- niques, offering a robust framework for generating high-quality summaries across various domains. Future work will explore the scalability of this approach to more complex summarization tasks and the integration of additional feedback mechanisms to further enhance performance.
The Future of Digital Currency: Implications for Global Financial Systems and Trade
Authors: Chandra Mudhol Arun
Published: September 2024

This article explores the evolving landscape of digital currencies, including Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and cryptocurrencies, and their potential impacts on global financial systems and international trade. As digital currencies become increasingly significant, their influence on monetary policy, financial stability, and transaction efficiency warrants a thorough examination. The article provides a comprehensive review of existing literature, identifies gaps, and outlines the potential implications of digital currencies, particularly focusing on the Indian market. The discussionincludes theoretical frameworks, practical implications, and strategic recommendations for policymakers and businesses. This conceptual analysis aims to offer insights into how digital currencies could reshape financial systems and trade dynamics in both developed and emerging markets.
HIV-Associated Immune Dysfunction and Hematological Abnormalities: A Detailed Examination of Pathophysiology and Clinical Implications
Authors: EL KODMIRI Zakaria , Ghazi Bouchra , Ouamani Abdelati , Ahnach Maryame
Published: September 2024

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) exerts profound effects on both the immune and hematological systems, leading to a range of complications that significantly influence patient outcomes and quality of life. This review examines the intricate interplay between HIV infection, immune system dysfunction, and hematological abnormalities. We detail the mechanisms underlying these complications, including the direct impact of HIV on CD4+ T lymphocytes, the persistent immune activation observed despite antiretroviral therapy (ART), and the diverse etiologies of HIV- associated anemia, thrombocytopenia, and leukopenia. Additionally, we address the clinical implications of these issues, emphasizing their role in disease progression and the current therapeutic approaches. This review highlights the imperative for continued research and the advancement of integrated care strategies to enhance long-term outcomes for individuals living with HIV.
Examining Nursing Students’ Interest and Performance in Chemistry in Nigeria Colleges of Nursing Sciences: Emerging Issues
Authors: Asekarumeh Jimoh , Martins .O Iserhienrhien , Chiamaka .B. Osondu , Ezekiel Osahon Efeobhokhan
Published: September 2024

Nurses require a good understanding of chemistry as a result of the interrelationship of many chemistry concepts with nursing both in the classroom and in applications hence, the indispensable nature of chemistry to nursing. However, most nursing students have consistently found chemistry as one of their major nightmares in the course of their studies. This is evident in their performances and interest. This paper aims to critically examine the causes of the increasing decline in nursing students’ interest in chemistry in Nigerian nursing colleges in relation to how they are negatively impacting in their chemistry performances. The paper relied on both primary and secondary sources and on careful analysis found out the major challenging issues as: foundational problems, unqualified candidates/ examination malpractice, faulty/fraudulent admission procedures, lack of laboratories/learning materials and the ease of cross border migration. While the problems obviously maybe more than as elucidated, in chatting a way forward, some strategies suggested as recommendations include proper result verification process, guiding the students through the use of problem-solving skills, the provision of well-equipped laboratories and the adoption and the implementation of digital mode of teaching and learning. Even though they may not be exhaustive, but they have been carefully chosen as highlighted and would go a long way to help if fully implemented.
Volt egyszer az élet David P. Farrington, a Stockholm Criminology Prize 2013. évi díjazottja tiszteletére
Authors: Párkányi Eszter
Published: September 2024

The author provides an overview of the career and legacy of David P. Farrington, a corollary researcher of longitudinal criminology.
Effectiveness of Medical Massage in Reducing Neck Pain Among Multiple Occupational Groups: A Longitudinal Study
Authors: Arsovski Denis
Published: September 2024

Background: Neck pain is a common complaint affecting people across various professions, especially those involving prolonged sedentary activities.
Purpose: This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of medical massage in reducing neck pain among diverse occupational groups in North Macedonia over a 3-year period (2019–2022).
Methods: A total of 127 participants from various professions such as information technology professionals, bank accountants, textile workers, business sector employees, and secretaries were subjected to one or two massages per month. Pain intensity was measured using a numerical rating scale at the start and throughout the study. The statistical methods in this research study included descriptive statistics for summarizing demographic data, comparative analyses to assess the effectiveness of massage therapy on pain reduction, and inferential statistics to determine significance levels and correlations within the data.
Results: At the beginning of the study, participants reported an average pain intensity level of 7 on a numerical rating scale from 1 to 10. Over the study period, consistent massage therapy led to a significant reduction in neck pain, with participants reporting an average pain level of 2 in the final months. Crucially, the research revealed that discontinuation of massage sessions, as observed in a subset of respondents who abstained for approximately 4 months, resulted in an escalation of pain intensity. This finding draws attention to the importance of regular massage therapy in sustaining pain relief benefits.
Conclusion: The study’s outcomes focus on the effectiveness of medical massage in managing neck pain across various occupational backgrounds. This research provides valuable perception in the potential long-term benefits of massage therapy, accenting the need for continued treatment to maintain pain relief among people exposed to neck and back pain. These findings offer essential guidance to healthcare professionals and individuals seeking non-pharmacological inter ventions for chronic neck pain management.
Absence of High-mass Prestellar Cores in the Orion Giant Molecular Cloud
Authors: Jiao Wenyu , Wang Ke , Xu Fengwei
Published: September 2024

A fundamental difference between “core-fed” and “clump-fed” star-formation theories lies in the existence or absence of high-mass cores at the prestellar stage. However, only a handful of such cores have been observed. Here, different than previous search in distributed star-formation regions in the Galactic plane, we search for high-mass prestellar cores in the Orion GMC, by observing the seven most massive starless cores selected from previous deep continuum surveys. We present ALMA Atacama Compact Array Band 6 and Band 7 continuum and line observations toward the seven cores, in which we identify nine dense cores at both bands. The derived maximum core mass is less than 11 M
⊙, based on different dust temperatures. We find no high-mass prestellar cores in this sample, aligning with the results of previous surveys, thereby challenging the existence of such cores in Orion. Outside Orion, further detailed studies are needed for remaining high-mass prestellar core candidates to confirm their status as massive, starless cores.
Unveiling the Distant Universe: Characterizing z ≥ 9 Galaxies in the First Epoch of COSMOS-Web
Authors: Franco Maximilien , Akins Hollis B. , Casey Caitlin M. , Finkelstein Steven L. , Shuntov Marko , Chworowsky Katherine , Faisst Andreas L. , Fujimoto Seiji , Ilbert Olivier , Koekemoer Anton M. , Liu Daizhong , Lovell Christopher C. , Maraston Claudia , McCracken Henry Joy , McKinney Jed , Robertson Brant E. , Bagley Micaela B. , Champagne Jaclyn B. , Cooper Olivia R. , Ding Xuheng , Drakos Nicole E. , Enia Andrea , Gillman Steven , Gozaliasl Ghassem , Harish Santosh , Hayward Christopher C. , Hirschmann Michaela , Jin Shuowen , Kartaltepe Jeyhan S. , Kokorev Vasily , Laigle Clotilde , Long Arianna S. , Magdis Georgios , Mahler Guillaume , Martin Crystal L. , Massey Richard , Mobasher Bahram , Paquereau Louise , Renzini Alvio , Rhodes Jason , Rich R. Michael , Sheth Kartik , Silverman John D. , Sparre Martin , Talia Margherita , Trakhtenbrot Benny , Valentino Francesco , Vijayan Aswin P. , Wilkins Stephen M. , Yang Lilan , Zavala Jorge A.
Published: September 2024

We report the identification of 15 galaxy candidates at z ≥ 9 using the initial COSMOS-Web JWST observations over 77 arcmin2 through four Near Infrared Camera filters (F115W, F150W, F277W, and F444W) with an overlap with the Mid-Infrared Imager (F770W) of 8.7 arcmin2. We fit the sample using several publicly available spectral energy distribution (SED) fitting and photometric redshift codes and determine their redshifts between z = 9.3 and z = 10.9 (〈z〉 = 10.0), UV magnitudes between M
UV = −21.2 and −19.5 (with 〈M
UV〉 = −20.2), and rest-frame UV slopes (〈β〉 = −2.4). These galaxies are, on average, more luminous than most z ≥ 9 candidates discovered by JWST so far in the literature, while exhibiting similar blue colors in their rest-frame UV. The rest-frame UV slopes derived from SED fitting are blue (β ∼ [−2.0, −2.7]) without reaching extremely blue values as reported in other recent studies at these redshifts. The blue color is consistent with models that suggest the underlying stellar population is not yet fully enriched in metals like similarly luminous galaxies in the lower-redshift Universe. The derived stellar masses with

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M
⋆/M
⊙)〉 ≈ 8–9 are not in tension with the standard Lambda cold dark matter (ΛCDM) model, and our measurement of the volume density of such UV-luminous galaxies aligns well with previously measured values presented in the literature at z ∼ 9–10. Our sample of galaxies, although compact, is significantly resolved.
Turbulence, Waves, and Taylor’s Hypothesis for Heliosheath Observations
Authors: Zhao L.-L. , Zank G. P. , Opher M. , Zieger B. , Li H. , Florinski V. , Adhikari L. , Zhu X. , Nakanotani M.
Published: September 2024

Magnetic field fluctuations measured in the heliosheath by the Voyager spacecraft are often characterized as compressible, as indicated by a strong fluctuating component parallel to the mean magnetic field. However, the interpretation of the turbulence data faces the caveat that the standard Taylor’s hypothesis is invalid because the solar wind flow velocity in the heliosheath becomes subsonic and slower than the fast magnetosonic speed, given the contributions from hot pickup ions (PUIs) in the heliosheath. We attempt to overcome this caveat by introducing a 4D frequency-wavenumber spectral modeling of turbulence, which is essentially a decomposition of different wave modes following their respective dispersion relations. Isotropic Alfvén and fast mode turbulence are considered to represent the heliosheath fluctuations. We also include two dispersive fast wave modes derived from a three-fluid theory. We find that (1) magnetic fluctuations in the inner heliosheath are less compressible than previously thought, an isotropic turbulence spectral model with about 25% in compressible fluctuation power is consistent with the observed magnetic compressibility in the heliosheath; (2) the hot PUI component and the relatively cold solar wind ions induce two dispersive fast magnetosonic wave branches in the perpendicular propagation limit, PUI fast wave may account for the spectral bump near the proton gyrofrequency in the observable spectrum; (3) it is possible that the turbulence wavenumber spectrum is not Kolmogorov-like although the observed frequency spectrum has a −5/3 power-law index, depending on the partitioning of power among the various wave modes, and this partitioning may change with wavenumber.
Reactive Molecular Dynamics Simulations of Micrometeoroid Bombardment for Space Weathering of Asteroid (162173) Ryugu
Authors: Shoji Daigo
Published: September 2024

Remote sensing observations by Hayabusa2 and laboratory measurements have revealed that the phyllosilicates on asteroid (162173) Ryugu are dehydrated/dehydroxylated due to space weathering. Reactive molecular dynamics simulations were performed to evaluate the magnitude of the dehydroxylation of Mg-rich serpentine by micrometeoroid impacts. When micrometeoroids were not coupled with interplanetary magnetic fields, serpentine could be dehydroxylated by micrometeoroids as small as 2 nm in size. In particular, ∼200 O–H bonds dissociated when the meteoroids were derived from cometary activity (the impact velocity was ∼20 km s−1). When nano-sized dust particles were accelerated to ∼300 km s−1 by the magnetic fields of solar wind plasma, the number of dissociated O–H bonds increased by 1 order of magnitude. Consequently, even 1 nm-sized dust particles can contribute to the space weathering of Ryugu. In all cases, Si–OH, H2O, and free OH were generated from the hydroxyls initially connected to Mg, which could partially offset dehydration. Despite the limitations of our computational resources, which restricted the simulation timescale to 1 ps, reactive molecular dynamic simulations demonstrated that micrometeoroid bombardment could influence the space weathering of asteroids.
The first documented breeding record of White-tailed Lapwing Vanellus leucurus (Lichtenstein, 1823) in Georgia
Authors: Budagashvili Nika , Turkalj Josip
Published: September 2024

This paper reports the first documented breeding record of the White-tailed Lapwing Vanellus leucurus in Georgia, with additional information on its status in Georgia and in the adjacent countries.
Does migration affect the well-being of children under 5? Evidence from Vietnam
Authors: Nguyen Dung Quang , Hoang Dung Tuan , Nguyen Huyen Khanh Giang , Hoang Trung Xuan , Tran Tuyen Quang
Published: September 2024

This study investigates the impact of migration on the well-being of children under 5 in Vietnam. For the purpose of this study migration is measured by the proportion of residents who moved from one province to another five years ago, while children’s well-being is proxied by nutritional status, height and weight for age, education, and childcare. Our estimation results show that migration increases the probability of child access to food, improves their nutritional status, and enhances childcare. Interestingly, the effects of migration on the nutritional status of children under 5 tend to be greater for children who has already had a better nutritional status. We find that income is a channel through which migration affects the well-being of children. Our findings suggest that promoting migration can be an effective tool for improving the well-being of children in Vietnam.
A generalized Budan-Fourier approach to generalized Gaussian and exponential mixtures
Authors: Bonaccorsi Stefano , Hanzon Bernard , Lombardi Giulia
Published: September 2024

In the literature, finite mixture models were described as linear combinations of probability distribution functions having the form $ f(x) = \Lambda \sum\limits_{i = 1}^n w_i f_i(x) $, $ x \in \mathbb{R} $, where $ w_i $ were positive weights, $ \Lambda $ was a suitable normalising constant, and $ f_i(x) $ were given probability density functions. The fact that $ f(x) $ is a probability density function followed naturally in this setting. Our question was: if we removed the sign condition on the coefficients $ w_i $, how could we ensure that the resulting function was a probability density function?

The solution that we proposed employed an algorithm which allowed us to determine all zero-crossings of the function $ f(x) $. Consequently, we determined, for any specified set of weights, whether the resulting function possesses no such zero-crossings, thus confirming its status as a probability density function.

In this paper, we constructed such an algorithm which was based on the definition of a suitable sequence of functions and that we called a generalized Budan-Fourier sequence; furthermore, we offered theoretical insights into the functioning of the algorithm and illustrated its efficacy through various examples and applications. Special emphasis was placed on generalized Gaussian mixture densities.
Applications of the nonlinear Klein/Sinh-Gordon equations in modern physics: a numerical study
Authors: Ali Ihteram , Ahmad Imtiaz
Published: September 2024

In this article, a hybrid numerical scheme based on Lucas and Fibonacci polynomials in combination with Störmer's method for the solution of Klein/Sinh-Gordon equations is proposed. Initially, the problem is transformed to a time-discrete form by using Störmer's technique. Then, with the help of Fibonacci polynomials, we approximate the derivatives of the function. The suggested technique is validated to both one and two-dimensional problems. The resultant findings are compared with existing numerical solutions and presented in a tabular form. The comparison reveals the superior accuracy of the scheme. The numerical convergence of the scheme is computed in each example.
Psychological Safety in the Western Concert Dance Technique Class
Authors: Perry Nicole , Bahr Halie , Monson Cat Kamrath
Published: September 2024

Dismantling Perfectionism in the Western Concert Dance Classroom focuses on dance educators in higher education redefining, modeling, and cultivating leadership through Timothy Clark’s Four Stages of Psychological Safety (2020). Western concert dance technique classes do not, traditionally, leave much room for contributions or challenges from students. Rather, “one right way” and perfectionism (Tema Okun) are emphasized, as students conform to expectations and aesthetics, or attempt to mold themselves into the example of the teacher. In this session, we articulate the values held in our classrooms and how it shifts our meaning of leadership. Using Clark’s structure, we provide examples to build a classroom that encourages risk-taking, creativity, and growth over perfectionism to build future leaders that use their power to listen, respond, and transform the field of dance.
Ethical Relationality in Dance Rehearsal Spaces: A Case Study of Mizuki No Eki
Authors: Farbridge Peter , Stuckey Melanie I
Published: September 2024

Performing arts are important to the cultural fabric, yet in North America, they tend to lack diversity and may reinforce social inequities through training and performance that is based on hegemonic cultural identities. In this paper, we explore an approach to creation and rehearsal that could be more inclusive to diverse perspectives and identities such that performing arts can convey the complexities of multiple realities relevant to the North American context. We propose ethical relationality, a conscious consideration of relationships with the self, others, historical legacies and social and physical environments, as an approach to the creation and rehearsal processes. The application of ethics to these processes has the potential to produce more relatable, pluralist and ethical creation practices and performances and promote responsible, responsive, and affective engagement with others. It requires a flexible, collaborative approach with shared power and shared responsibility for each other, the engagement of all participants in the process, and the work created. Through a case study of a wordless theatrical dance performance, we give a concrete example of how an ethical relationality approach could facilitate open and courageous creative processes, acknowledging the various factors of oppression and omission to which the performing arts are subject.
PhD vs. PHD in Higher Education
Authors: Roy Parimal Kumar , Das Pias Kumar
Published: September 2024

This chapter aims to connect educational philosophy and higher education to ensure sustainable development goals in Bangladesh. Our PhDians are synonymous with Pizza Hut deliverymen (PHD), an analogy showing the superficial and lack of academic rigor in the academic journey instead of being a true holder of philosophic sagacity in any given respective field construed under the prestigious prefix Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Based on the study and the autors' observational notes, in Bangladesh, programs frequently produce Pizza Hut deliverymen as a part of an academic or administrative ornament from the university by expending state money without concentrating on the knowledge domain. This study followed reflective ethnographic practice and the Pizza Hut deliverymen model for policy recommendations to achieve the SDGs for betterment in Bangladesh.
Reading Skills of Individuals With Developmental Language Disorder (DLD)
Authors: Aslanoglou Vasiliki , Andreou Georgia , Vlachos Filippos , Lymperopoulou Vasiliki
Published: September 2024

Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is a developmental disorder which cannot be attributed to any obvious nonverbal cognitive, social emotional or neurological deficits. While researchers have focused on the oral language of the DLD population, as this is mainly impaired, there is little research that has been conducted on the reading skills of this population which have also been documented impaired. Therefore, the aim of the present chapter is to present literature findings on the reading skills of individuals with DLD. More specifically, the current chapter focuses on research regarding reading comprehension and reading fluency, as well as reading decoding skills, reading fluency and reading accuracy of the DLD population. Moreover, the chapter includes longitudinal studies that have been conducted and highlights the importance of research in different languages in terms of transparency. The authors conclude with important limitations and useful suggestions for further research in the field.
Language Deprivation in Deaf Children
Authors: Sapountzaki Galini
Published: September 2024

The present paper argues that early and robust access to language for children with hearing loss, hereby referred to as deaf cumulatively, carries critical implications for their development. The paper views the notion of language access, or lack of it, beyond the ability to understand or produce clear speech and even beyond the capacity to participate in conversations, or academic achievement. Language deprivation and its symptoms are presented using evidence from the areas of linguistics, social anthropology and psycholinguistics, focusing in its less obvious manifestations in different aspects of deaf children's development. The aim of the present paper is to raise awareness on symptoms of various degrees of language deprivation as a common occurrence in the deaf and hard of hearing population, and highlight linguistic interactions as mechanisms not only towards successful social adaptation but towards the willingness of an individual to contribute to social transformation (Hanks, 1996).
A Methodical Approach to Exploiting Vulnerabilities and Countermeasures Using AI
Authors: Riskhan Basheer , Sheikh Md Amin Ullah , Hossain Md Shakil , Hussain Khalid , Hussain Manzoor
Published: September 2024

The present research explores a methodical approach to vulnerability exploits and countermeasure implementation. Threat modeling for proactive risk assessment, iterative adaptation to the changing threat landscape, and a workable framework fusing human expertise and automated technologies are highlighted. The goal of the work is to create a methodology that takes into account ethical issues and cutting-edge methods for locating and fixing vulnerabilities. The review of the literature dives into the body of research on vulnerability categorization and exploitation techniques. The installation, scanning, and analysis steps of exploiting a vulnerable server are covered in detail in the methodology section. Firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security baselines are some of the countermeasures that are covered, underlining the need to take a scientific approach to improving security.
Evaluating Filter Efficiency for TiO2 Nanoparticle Deposition under Various Water Chemistry and Simulated Conditions
Authors: Abdallah Elsadig , Taher Abulmaali M.Y.
Published: September 2024

This study aimed to evaluate filter efficiency for TiO2 nanoparticle deposition across varied water chemistry and simulated conditions. The experimental results provided collision attachment efficiencies (α) of 0.001, 0.002, and 0.01 and filter coefficients (λ) of -0.003, -0.01, and -0.02. The authors used these collision attachment efficiencies to assess filter efficacy under simulated conditions, mainly removing naturally occurring nanoparticles spanning sizes from 1 to 100 nm. This experiment uncovered a strong correlation between TiO2 nanoparticle deposition and water ionic strength, with aggregation becoming more pronounced as ionic strength increased. This phenomenon was especially prominent in instances lacking alum addition. Notably, the presence of alum resulted in the nanoparticles maintaining a dispersed state in the water, attaining enhanced stability by introducing excessive positive charges. Consequently, this study underscores how manipulating water's ionic strength can effectively induce nanoparticle destabilization during filtration. The implications of these findings are significant, as practical data about the behavior of diminutive like TiO2 nanoparticles has been notably lacking.
Multi-disciplinary and Transitional Care for Children and Adolescents with Differences in Sex Development (DSD) and Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH): Bridging the Gap
Authors: Punchihewa P. G. , Wijeyawardena S. T. , Jayakody C. , Hewakuruppu S. D. , Muthukuda D. T. , Seneviratne S. N.
Published: September 2024

Differences in sex development (DSD), including congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) are complex disorders requiring continuation of care from birth through childhood and adolescence to adulthood. Management of CAH/DSD includes several sensitive medical and social issues, starting with the dilemmas of deciding the gender of rearing, the need and timing of genital surgery/gonadectomy, gender identity, sexual orientation, and fertility potential. Thus, multidisciplinary team (MDT) and transitional care services are necessary for the proper management of CAH/DSD. MDT care is important to address age and gender-specific medical and psychosocial issues at different stages in life. In contrast, transitional care is important to minimize problems associated with abrupt ‘transfer’ of care from pediatric to adult services such as fragmented care and loss of follow-up.Although the necessary expertise may exist, coordination between services to provide MDT and transitional care is not well established, especially in developing countries. Further, there is a scarcity of guidelines and research on multidisciplinary and transitional care in developing nations. Creating specialized centers of excellence with collaboration among the various specialties to provide holistic MDT and transitional care can help optimize care in lower-resource countries. This article discusses challenges faced in establishing multidisciplinary care and transitional care for CAH/DSD and suggestions to overcome them, with special emphasis on developing countries. This review is based on current literature, and our own personal clinical experiences in conducting transition care services for adolescents with CAH/ DSD over the past 2 years, at a tertiary care hospital-based university center in Sri Lanka, a lower-middle-income-country (LMIC) in South Asia
The Triad - MRI Insights Into Short Stature and Delayed Puberty
Authors: Gajaweera G. M. , Rameshkumar T. , Pallewatte A. S. , Atapattu N. , Bulugahapitiya U. , Sumanatilleke M.
Published: September 2024

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Double-triangular flap for reconstruction of a circular skin defect in the central frontal region
Authors: Tchernev Georgi , Kordeva Simona
Published: September 2024

A 75-year-old female presented to the dermatology department with primary complaints of a tumor formation located in the center of the forehead, above the eyebrows. The adjacent skin was slightly sun damaged but no signs of surgical scars or malignancy were noted. A clinical diagnosis of basal cell carcinoma was established, and the patient was recommended surgical excision under local anesthesia.
Metodologia clinica nei disturbi del paziente con comorbilità
Authors: Dentali Francesco , Meschi Michele , Gnerre Paola , Attardo Tiziana Marcella
Published: September 2024

I disturbi ansioso-depressivi nel paziente anziano e con comorbilità: l’approccio corretto, gli errori da evitareC. Mazzoccoli, S. Digregorio, G. Nicoletti
Il trattamento dell’ipertensione arteriosa nel paziente con comorbilità. Focus sul ruolo di componente organica e componente funzionaleA. Belfiore, D. Germinario, B. Margilio, E. Mastandrea
La dispepsia: un caleidoscopio di percorsi e terapie, dal disturbo organico al disturbo funzionaleM.M. Marcellini, A. Tani, G. Ballardini
Il paziente diabetico con ansia e depressione: riflessi sull’aderenza terapeuticaT.M. Attardo
Sintomi ansioso-depressivi e carenza di vitamina D: quali conseguenze?G. Mantovani, M. Meschi
Quality of life and its determinants in patients with chronic respiratory diseases in the Fes-Meknes region, Morocco
Authors: Bahra Nassiba , Amara Bouchra , Bourkhime Hind , El Yaagoubi Soukaina , Othmani Nada , Tachfouti Nabil , Berraho Mohamed , Serraj Mounia , Benjelloun Mohamed Chakib , El Fakir Samira
Published: September 2024

Chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs) pose a serious public health issue, affecting social functioning and psychological well-being and leading to a deterioration in the quality of life. The aim of this study was to assess the quality of life of patients with CRDs and determine the factors associated with their impairment in Morocco. A cross-sectional study was conducted in the Pulmonology Department of the Hassan II University Hospital in Fez in 2021. Data collection was carried out using an anonymous questionnaire containing sociodemographic, clinical, and therapeutic information. We employed the Moroccan version of the 12-item short-form (SF-12) scale to assess the mental and physical quality of life of patients. Bivariate analysis was performed to investigate the association between various factors and quality of life, using tests appropriate to the types of variables studied. Subsequently, multivariate analysis through multiple linear regression was employed to determine factors associated with quality of life, taking into account confounding factors. The threshold for inclusion in the model was set at 20%. Significant associations are presented as β values along with their 95% confidence intervals (CI). Our study included 209 patients, with 50.7% being female and 74.2% aged over 50 years. The most frequent clinical symptom was coughing. The average physical quality of life was estimated at 34.45±13.78, and the mental quality of life was 33.72±19.79. Multivariate analysis revealed that the deterioration of physical quality of life was associated with marital status (single) [β=-6.84; 95% CI (-11.43; -2.25); p=0.004], stage II dyspnea on the Modified Medical Research Council scale [β=-4.94; 95% CI (-9.41; -0.52); p=0.029], and the presence of cyanosis [β=-9.65; 95% CI (-15.64; -3.67); p=0.002]. The factors negatively associated with mental health in our patients were age ≥50 [β=-7.84; 95% CI (-15.05; -0.62); p=0.033], marital status (single) [β=-7.81; 95% CI (-15.14; -0.48); p=0.037], and presence of cyanosis [β=-10.70; 95% CI (-20.08; -1.32); p=0.026]. The SF-12 calculation reflected an impairment in the quality of life of patients with CRDs. It is imperative to integrate the assessment of quality of life into the management strategy for this pathology.
Midwives’ compliance with post-exposure prophylaxis guidelines in Tshwane District, South Africa
Authors: Matlala Mosehle S. , Lumadi Thanyani G.
Published: September 2024

Background: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) remains a major public health concern. Midwifery practitioners as frontline healthcare workers (HCWs) remain susceptible to occupational exposure to infections while performing their routine duties. It is estimated that 90% of occupational exposures occur because of a lack of awareness and training regarding prevention and measures to be taken in case of accidental exposure.Objectives: The study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes and compliance of midwifery practitioners regarding post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) guidelines.Method: Concurrent mixed-methods research approach with qualitative nested in quantitative design was followed. A random simple sampling technique was used to collect quantitative data from 71 midwifery practitioners. Simultaneously, a purposive non-probability sampling technique was used for the qualitative approach with two occupational health and safety (OHS) practitioners and 13 midwifery practitioners. Data were collected through questionnaires and semi-structured interviews. Quantitative data were analysed with SPSS version 24 and presented in tables and figures, and thematic analysis was employed for the qualitative strand.Results: The midwifery practitioners have good knowledge about PEP for HIV. However, the study revealed the underreporting of accidental exposures to blood and body fluids (BBFs) and the underutilisation of available PEP services.Conclusion: Maternity units are high-risk clinical environments. Underreporting of incidents of exposure remains prevalent among midwifery practitioners.Contribution: The findings will inform policy development structures and hospital management regarding knowledge and implementation gaps related to PEP guidelines in the specific hospitals. Strategies to improve compliance with PEP among midwifery practitioners were developed as a derivative from study findings.
The rates of growth in an acylindrically hyperbolic group
Authors: Fujiwara Koji
Published: September 2024

Let

G

be an acylindrically hyperbolic group on a

\delta

-hyperbolic space

X

. Assume there exists 

M

such that for any finite generating set 

S

of 

G

, the set

S^{M}

contains a hyperbolic element on 

X

. Suppose that 

G

is equationally Noetherian. Then we show the set of the growth rates of

G

is well ordered. The conclusion was known for hyperbolic groups, and this is a generalization. Our result applies to all lattices in simple Lie groups of rank 1, and more generally, relatively hyperbolic groups under some assumption. It also applies to the fundamental group, of exponential growth, of a closed orientable

3

-manifold except for the case that the manifold has Sol-geometry.
Knotted handlebodies in the 4-sphere and 5-ball
Authors: Hughes Mark , Kim Seungwon , Miller Maggie
Published: September 2024

For every integer

g\ge 2

we construct 3-dimensional genus-

g

1-handlebodies smoothly embedded in

S^{4}

with the same boundary, and which are defined by the same cut systems of their boundary, yet which are not isotopic rel. boundary via any locally flat isotopy even when their interiors are pushed into

B^{5}

. This proves a conjecture of Budney–Gabai for genus at least 2.
Quality Characteristics of Gluten-Free Noodles Prepared from Rice and Underutilised Ghanaian Crops
Authors: Quaisie J. , Wu W. , Nai D.A. , Tuly J.A. , Igbokwe C.J.
Published: September 2024

This study sought to assess the paste and quality acceptability of rice noodles by blending rice flour (RF) with starches from two  underutilised Ghanaian crops (yam and cocoyam). Local breeds of yam (Dioscorea spp.) and cocoyam (Colocasia esculenta) starches were  blended with rice flour at different ratios. The paste properties and noodle qualities of rice flour (RF) blended with yam starch (YS)  and cocoyam starch (CYS) were evaluated and compared. The blends of both starches under study had a significant positive effect on the  swelling power, amylose content, and water holding capacity of RF, thereby positively impacting the noodles' textural and taste acceptability. The RF:YS blends had paste characteristics such as higher final viscosity (473.80–405.58 RVU), trough viscosity (258.67– 234.55 RVU), and peak viscosity (307.86–240.44 RVU) values, making them better suited for noodle production than the RF:CYS blends.  More so, RF:YS blends produced noodles with higher firmness, shear resistance, and eating quality than RF:CYS blends, which produced  noodles with softer and less chewy in texture. Both starch blends significantly reduced the cooking time of RF noodles. The starch sources  had a greater impact on the acceptability of the noodles than their blend ratios with RF. The textural properties of noodles could  be used to predict their cooking and sensory characteristics. Using these underutilised crop starches in various food systems could help  reduce the pressure on the existing commercial starches.