bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Procedural Violations of Antimonopoly Legislation (Current Positions of Collegial Bodies of the Federal Antimonopoly Service)
Authors: Moskvitin О. А. , Berezgov А. S.
Published: December 2023

The current approaches of the collegial bodies of the Federal Antimonopoly Service to the review of decisions of territorial bodies in cases of procedural violations when considering cases of violations of antimonopoly legislation are considered.

The importance of timely prevention and suppression of violations of legislation by authorities (including antimonopoly authorities) performing the functions of government and supervision is substantiated in order to achieve the goals of economic development and maintain a favorable climate in the field of entrepreneurship.

The legal positions of the Appellate Board of the FAS Russia play an important role in ensuring that territorial bodies correctly qualify violations of antimonopoly legislation by business entities and comply with the order (procedure) for considering antimonopoly cases.

The influence of strict adherence to the procedure for considering antimonopoly cases on the legality of qualifying the relevant offenses is substantiated.

An analysis of the positions of the collegial bodies of the FAS of Russia on individual facts of procedural violations committed by territorial bodies when considering cases of violation of antimonopoly legislation was carried out.
Perceptions of instructors and students about gender equality:
Authors: Villafuerte Jhonny , Gavilanes Coppiano María José
Published: December 2023

The objective of this work is to contribute to the humanization of linguistic practices in the English language class from the perspective of gender equity in the training process of foreign language teachers. The results allow us to determine moderate advances in the gender equity approach from the English classroom. It proposes routes to enhance language practices from a gender equity perspective as an action that contributes to the profile of the teacher in training and sustainable development in educational communities that can be adjusted according to the educational policies of various nations.
Outcomes Related to Training for Complex Information Dissemination to a Lay Audience
Authors: Kole Amanda , Youmans Scott , Carozza Linda
Published: December 2023

Speech Language Pathologist (SLPs) are tasked with diagnosing and providing recommendations for their clients/patients. They are also required to convey diagnoses and recommendations to their clients and often family members/caregivers. However, this information can be complex and filled with medical jargon. Therefore, the information conveyed can be difficult for a lay person to understand. The study includes four students that were videoed conveying complex information based on case studies as though to lay persons. The students were given a brief training on how to convey information most effectively. The students were again videoed presenting a new case study. A comparison was made between pre- and post- training information by listeners with no experience with the subject matter.  Results indicated a significant improvement in listener ratings related to the information provided.  Direct training may be superior to indirect on-the-job training for education/counseling and other skills.
Exploring the Effect of a Film Director’s Gender on Female Film Representation
Authors: Song Natalie , Olivo Daniel , Lancaster Jonathan
Published: December 2023

Many studies have established the prevalence of the underrepresentation and stereotypical representation of female characters in film and its negative implications on viewers. However, other literature suggests that these issues can be ameliorated with the presence of female filmmakers. For instance, studies have compared male and female directors in their representation of female characters in high-grossing films and found stronger representation in female-directed films. However, no study has directly compared male and female directors in the context of independent film. Thus, this study looks to answer “How Do Male And Female Directors Compare In Their Portrayals of Females in Independent Films From 2021?” using the Bechdel Test and a directed content analysis of female stereotypes/non-stereotypes to compare female representation within three male-directed films and three female-directed films. It finds that while female-directed films are less likely to underrepresent, stereotype, and monolithically represent females, the difference is not substantial. Moreover, female and male directors portrayed their female characters in very similar ways.
Classification of Tourist Photos with Gorillas and Other Animals to Detect Distancing Violations
Authors: Wang Jingyu , Fan Jiarui , Kasamsetty Ritesh , Shahani Krittika , Mitra Prasenjit
Published: December 2023

Many people insist on getting close to wildlife without realizing how harmful the consequences of their actions can be such as the death of the animals or even themselves. To decrease the number of such events, we aim to classify tourist photos of mountain gorillas, a critically endangered species, and other animals to detect violations derived from the distance maintained between the animals and the humans. We plan to implement object detection technology to locate the human and animal targets in the image and generate features. Then, image processing techniques are applied. We propose innovative models following multi-input logic which takes in image data and non-image features with ensemble model logic to perform the classification. We show that this model performs more accurately and has a relatively shorter run-time compared to other models when detecting violations in tourist photos with animals.
Dennis Rader’s Dormancy Period: The Truth or a Coverup?
Authors: Hayes Tatum , Carl John
Published: December 2023

This paper discusses in detail and at length the crimes and victims of Dennis Rader, known primarily as the BTK Strangler. Rader’s dormancy period prior to his capture by the police has been of question and fascination to researchers and scholars, all of whom are trying to dissect this man to know once and for all if his dormancy period was true, or if Rader found a new way to kill. The “truck stop killings” spanning from 1999-2004 have uncovered uncanny similarities in the methods and signatures of the killings in comparison to Rader’s 10 known murders, for which I have investigated and compared in this paper. The apparent correlation between the two sets of murders, while unnerving nonetheless, have failed to prove any concrete connections of Dennis Rader to the “truck stop killings”, leaving everyone to continue wondering if Rader ever truly went dormant.
Unjust Justice: Repeated Incompetence in Criminal Investigations Involving the Less-Dead as Victims
Authors: Mansell Paige
Published: December 2023

Acknowledging the less-dead phenomenon - the pattern of lackluster investigations into the disappearances and murders of people from marginalized groups in society who lack prestige and come from a lower socioeconomic class - is an essential step to achieving fair and equal justice. Unfortunately, no previous academic research has attempted to broach this topic. In this paper I aim to highlight the lack of competency in police investigations that is often encountered in cases involving people considered less-dead.

I analyzed several serial murder cases that involved the victimization of the less-dead to find and catalog patterns of victim characteristics and police investigation attempts.

My research revealed that in many serial murder cases, police investigations into the deaths and disappearances of the less-dead were conducted poorly. Sometimes, cases involving people considered less-dead were deliberately neglected by the authorities. A combination of laziness and contempt for people considered less-dead contributes to the long active periods and high body counts of serial killers in North America.
Using The Holocaust as a Frame of Reference for Understanding the Rwandan Genocide
Authors: Lewis Destiny
Published: December 2023

When a conflict can catch the world's attention, it is essential to understand it correctly. Understanding an event correctly is critical when discussing events like Rwandan Genocide. Even though this only lasted 100 days, it fundamentally changed how several countries participated in the international community. Due to the ephemeral nature in which the genocide happened, a historical analogy like the Holocaust becomes extremely useful to help others understand some very complex background that led up to both conflicts. Even though a surface-level analysis may find few deep connections between the events of The Holocaust in Germany and the Rwandan Genocide, upon more profound research, one thing is apparent- if one is trying to understand Rwanda, then Germany is an apt place to begin. The nature of deep-ceded hatred and planning towards total extermination, while not the first of its kind, was shown to have holistic and systematic approaches to the everyday lives of both Rwandans and Germans that allowed for this hatred to grow in a manner in which those in power thought it was natural to hate those who were being targeted for complete genocide indeed. The Rwandan Genocide was an event that captured the attention of the world, so using an analogy that speaks to more than just the direct days of the conflict allows for the possibility for the world to learn from such tragedies and try to identify signs to stop such tragedies from happening again in the future.
Identifying EOL Software
Authors: Damireddy Neal , Greenberg Clayton
Published: December 2023

Throughout our project, we have been exploring ways to identify EOL and malicious websites using python. With this software, we can help people stay away from these types of websites. There are lots of cybersecurity problems in the world, but we wanted to address the EOL problem because it is something that is within the realm of what we are learning (language recognition), and it has a practical use in the world. We used multiple different commands to identify certain “keywords,” with the intention of getting the highest possible accuracy percentage. We also prioritized the elimination of false negatives over false positives. Creating a new variable with the keywords, we were able to correctly predict 99% of the EOL websites using the data given to us. We were able to conclude that mixing the 2 most important data columns and creating one variable to determine both of the variables is the best way to go about creating a variable that gives you the most.
Nurturing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Authors: Thomson Aleksandra , Gooberman-Hill Rachael
Published: December 2023

EPDF and EPUB available Open Access under CC-BY-NC-ND licence. This book provides scientific evidence to support arguments for equality and change in academic institutions both in terms of the business case and the interests of social justice. Familiarising readers with the key equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) issues in health and biomedicine in relation to research careers and researcher development, it is an essential guide for equality planning team members, researchers, HRM officers and managers across academia.
ANTIHYPERURESEMIA ACTIVITY OF ETHANOL EXTRACTS AND FRACTIONS OF NIPAH LEAF FRONDS (NYPA FRUTICANS. WURMB)
Authors: Raharjo Danang , Dwi S Anita , Aminnulloh Muhammad
Published: December 2023

Hyperuresemia is a metabolite syndrome characterised by high levels of uric acid in the blood. Hyperuresmia in advanced stages can cause gout or pyrexia (a disease that affects the joints and causes joint damage), kidney stones, kidney damage, and hypertension. The nipah plant (Nypa fruticans. Wurmb) is traditionally used in the treatment of stomach pain, diabetes, fever, toothache, uric acid reduction and headache medicine. In general, the content of secondary metabolite compounds from nipah plants includes flavonoids, phenols, tannins, terpenois, steroids, alkaloids and saponins. The purpose of this study was to determine the xanthine oxidase inhibitory activity of ethanol extracts and fractions of nipah leaves (Nypa fruticans. Wurmb). Extraction process using maceration method with 96% ethanol solvent, fractionation using liquid-liquid partition method with separating funnel. . Testing the inhibition of xanthine oxidase enzyme activity in vitro using UV/VIS spectrophotometer. The results showed that ethanol extract, water fraction, ethyl acetate fraction and n-hexane fraction showed inhibitory activity of xanthine oxidase enzyme with IC50 values of 47.558 ± 2.862; 18.755 ± 3.821; 3.543 ± 1.440 and 110.213 ± 1.577 ppm, respectively. From the results of the study it can be concluded that ethanol extracts and fractions of nipah leaf fronds (Nypa fruticans.Wurmb) can inhibit the activity of xanthine oxidase enzyme with ethyl acetate fraction giving the highest inhibitory activity with IC50 value of 3,543±1,440 ppm.
EPIDEMIC PROGNOSIS: COMPARATIVE PERFORMANCE OF MACHINE LEARNING AND DEEP LEARNING MODELS FOR PREDICTING VIRUS TRANSMISSION DYNAMICS
Authors: Ely Nastiti Faulinda , Musa Shahrulniza , Yafi Eiad , Ardiyanto Marta
Published: December 2023

The transmission of viral diseases, such as COVID-19, influenza, and other viral strains, poses a substantial worldwide challenge. In the context of health, it is necessary to possess a comprehensive comprehension, meticulous examination, and precise anticipation of the dissemination of this infectious disease.

Nonetheless, the presence of diverse data characteristics among different nations poses a considerable obstacle in the development of prediction models for assessing the transmission, mortality, and recovery rates in Indonesia. Understanding the intricacies of viral transmission poses a significant hurdle because to the fluctuating nature of the generalization rate, which is contingent upon country-specific data.The research entailed a comparison of different predictive models, including Random Forest, Simple Linear Regression (SLR), Gaussian Naive Bayes, Multi-Layer Perceptron (MLP), H2O, and Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM), with the purpose of predicting viral transmission. The evaluation metrics encompass MAE, RMSE, and MAPE. The outcomes of the examination of comparison models will aid in identifying the most suitable model for forecasting the transmission of the virus, encompassing the rates of recovery, death, and positive cases, within the specific setting of Indonesia. This work has significance in elucidating the inherent trade-off between efficiency and accuracy within the realm of dynamic data modeling, specifically in the context of COVID-19 viral data.
COMPARISON OF HOSPITAL MARKETING TEAM KNOWLEDGE BEFORE AND AFTER ATTENDING CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT (CRM) TRAINING
Authors: Noor Hesty Latifa , Yuliani Novita , Nugraini Alifah Sari
Published: December 2023

PKU Muhammadiyah Sukoharjo Hospital is a type C hospital in Sukoharjo Regency. Currently, the marketing team at PKU Muhammadiyah Sukoharjo Hospital is starting to pioneer the development of marketing efforts which are expected to increase patient visits.

Problems that exist in terms of marketing include patient visits still tend to fluctuate, there are still few visitors on the YouTube channel and visitors on Instagram social media are still low. High competition between hospitals is one of the factors that patient visits at PKU Muhammadiyah Sukoharjo Hospital tend to fluctuate. The marketing team's lack of knowledge regarding marketing strategies and the large number of marketing members who have double jobs result in less than optimal marketing efforts. This research carried out an intervention to measure the marketing team's knowledge before and after carrying out training related to Customer Relationship Management (CRM). Customer Relationship Management (CRM) is a business strategy that combines processes, people and technology. The research was carried out in August 2023 at the PKU Muhammadiyah Sukoharjo Hospital. The subjects in this research were 16 people from the Hospital marketing team consisting of Marketing, Public Relations and IT. The median score from the knowledge pre-test was 30, while the score median of post-test knowledge is 80. Bivariate analysis results p=0.000. There are significant differences between cadre knowledge before and after training.
THE EFFECT OF EARLY MOBILIZATION EXERCISE ON THE LEVEL OF INDEPENDENCE ON PATIENTS AFTER POST OPERATIVE FRACTURE FEMUR
Authors: Widiastuti Agung , Rahmasari Ikrima , Budiati Dhiani , Ermawati Ulkhasanah Muzaroah , Yuli Kartikasari Annisa
Published: December 2023

Background; Patients with postoperative femur fractures will experience limited motion in their knee function, weakness, immobility and disability as a result of limitations in caring for themselves and carrying out daily activities. This study is to determine the effect of early mobilization education on the level of independence in postoperative patients with femur fracture. Research methods; The study used a quasi-experimental design with pre and post control group design, with 36 respondents (18 experimental groups, 18 controls). Data collection using questionnaires and observation. The independent variable is early mobilization education, while the dependent variable is the level of independence. The sampling technique used consecutive sampling. The population in this study were patients with postoperative at Prof. Dr. R. Soeharso Surakarta. Data analysis using independent t-test and paired t-test. Research results; There is a significant difference in the level of independence in patients before and after being given early mobilization exercises of intervention group. The results of the independent t-test on the level of independence obtained p value (0.0001) <0.05, there is a significant difference in the level of independence in patients in the control group and intervention group. Conclusion; There is an increase in independence in patients after early mobilization education, and there is a difference in the level of independence in the control group and the intervention group.
Does Foreign Direct Investment and Trade Openness Support Economic Development? Evidence from Four European Countries
Authors: Yeboah Evans
Published: December 2023

The European Union (EU) as a political and economic union has provided many benefits to its member states through the single market and common tariffs that serves as a platform for internal trade and international trade with third-world countries. The study aimed to investigate the effect of foreign direct investment (FDI) and trade openness on economic development in four selected countries including the Czech Republic, Estonia, Lithuania, and Slovakia using panel data from 1995 to 2021. The data was obtained from the World Bank and analyzed through econometric methods such as pooled model, fixed effect model, random effect model, and the dynamic panel model. The between transformation results using the pooled ordinary least squares indicated that the Czech Republic had the highest intercept coefficient, followed by Slovakia, Lithuania, and Estonia, respectively. The panel specification test discovered that the pooled model was inadequate, and the random effect model is the most appropriate to be used. The results from the random and fixed effects models displayed that FDI and trade openness have a positive impact on economic growth in these countries. Additionally, the dynamic panel outcome proved a positive effect of FDI and trade openness. The study recommends that governments in these countries improve their business environment to attract more FDI and trade relations with other countries.
Panel Data Analysis of the Impact of External Debt on Economic Growth and Inflation: The Case of Emerging Market Economies
Authors: Umit A. Oznur , Dagdemir Anıl
Published: December 2023

This study aimed to analyze the impact of external debt on economic growth and inflation for emerging market economies for the period 1995-2020 using the panel data method. To this end, the study used the data on 12 countries listed in the Morgan Stanley Capital Index (MSCI) Emerging Markets Index. The results of the panel cointegration analysis showed that changes in external debt stock affect economic growth in the opposite direction and inflation rate in the same direction. According to the country-specific results of the panel cointegration analysis, external debt had a negative impact on economic growth in all countries except Mexico, Egypt, India, and Türkiye. External debt increased inflation in all countries except China, Egypt, India, South Africa, and Thailand. The Bootstrap panel causality test results showed a unidirectional causality from economic growth to external debt stock in China, India and Thailand, and a bidirectional causality in China. A unidirectional causality was also found from external debt stock to inflation in Colombia, and a unidirectional causality from inflation to external debt in China, India, Peru, and Thailand. Based on the cointegration analysis results, it is recommended that external debt should be used to finance more productive investments in order to ensure sustainable economic growth in Brazil, China, Colombia, Indonesia, Peru, Philippines, South Africa, and Thailand. The panel causality test results also showed that economic growth in China, India, and Thailand requires more external resources. Based on these results, it is recommended to reduce external debt in order to reduce inflation in Brazil, Colombia, Indonesia, Mexico, Peru, Philippines, and Türkiye.
Mobile Money and Banking Development in Sub-Saharan Africa
Authors: Tembo Jonathan
Published: December 2023

The study investigated the relationship between mobile money growth and banking development in Sub-Saharan Africa. The question of whether mobile money threatens or supports traditional banks is contentious. Therefore, the motivation was to comprehensively examine the extent of mobile money's influence on banking development. The study used a quantitative research design with aggregated quarterly panel data from the four regions of Sub-Saharan Africa. The Panel ARDL estimation was applied to quantify the nature of the relationship between mobile money and banking development variables. Study findings showed that an increase in active mobile money accounts and volumes was associated with a decline in bank accounts, bank branches, and ATMs in the long run. At the same time, this trend was offset by positive impacts on private sector credit and total bank assets again in the long run. The findings align and extend the technology acceptance models and show that increased use of mobile money technology has substitution and complementary effects on banking development. Policymakers and financial institutions should carefully consider the potential trade-offs and synergies between mobile money adoption and traditional banking services, leveraging the positives while addressing challenges arising from the disruptive forces of technological innovation.
Retrospective Miscue Analysis in a Second Language for a Bilingual Student
Authors: Ndhlovu Samuel T. , Katebe Bornwell , Mwewa Godfrey
Published: December 2023

Retrospective miscue analysis (RMA) is an instructional strategy used jointly by readers and their mentors to help a eader understand his/her reading strategies. Participation in this strategy by the reader increases one’s confidence as he/she learns to understand one’s miscues and the reasons for them. The participant in this study, a graduate student who was reading in his/her second language, made understandable miscues in his oral reading. Identified problems included miscues that were based on a) traditional miscues, b) the participants’ uncertainty of how to pronounce a subsequent word because of absence of such word-form changes in his/her first language, and c) grammatical/syntactic differences between one native language and the second language in which he/she was reading. Use of the RMA provided the participant with useful strategies to use in understanding and overcoming his reading challenges, as well as increased confidence in his reading abilities.
Principales medidas de seguridad para la protección de información y datos en la nube: una revisión sistemática
Authors: Lezcano Gil Alfredo José , Geronimo Dionicio Percy Olivarez , Mendoza De Los Santos Alberto Carlos
Published: December 2023

La revisión sistemática realizada se enfoca en identificar las principales medidas de seguridad para proteger la información y los datos en entornos de computación en la nube. El objetivo fue resaltar la importancia de implementar medidas sólidas de seguridad y explorar su aplicabilidad práctica. Mediante la metodología PRISMA, se seleccionaron artículos relevantes y se analizaron sus resultados. Los hallazgos destacan la importancia de políticas de contraseñas sólidas, control de acceso, la autenticación biométrica, multifactorial y el uso de cortafuegos. Además, se analizaron soluciones específicas como la gestión de claves SSH en AWS y la adopción del CASB para fortalecer la seguridad en la nube. Finalmente se determinó que el cifrado de datos, el control de acceso y la autenticación multifactorial son medidas cruciales para proteger la información en la nube. Estas medidas previenen violaciones de seguridad y garantizan la privacidad de los usuarios. Las aplicaciones prácticas incluyen políticas de contraseñas robustas, autenticación multifactorial y cifrado de datos.
Tendencias computacionales de los servicios de TI de nube pública aplicados en los negocios: Una revisión sistemática
Authors: Chávez Cerna Luis Adonis , Fernández Salvo Fernando Arturo , Mendoza De los Santos Alberto Carlos
Published: December 2023

Los servicios en la nube, se han convertido en una de las principales tendencias tecnológicas de la información gracias a las grandes ventajas que ofrecen a los usuarios en el campo empresarial. En este sentido, se llevó a cabo una revisión sistemática empleando la metodología PRISMA. Se analizaron documentos en la base de datos de Scopus, SciELO y Google Académico entre los años 2017 y 2022, y se emplearon criterios de inclusión y exclusión que permitieron seleccionar 13 artículos relevantes entre los 65 documentos analizados. La revisión destaca que Microsoft Azure y AWS son los servicios en la nube que tienen mayor tendencia a ser utilizados por las empresas debido a su fácil uso y a las facilidades que ofrecen las empresas para obtener créditos en su plataforma y poder utilizarlos. Asimismo, también se aplican estos servicios en otros campos como la medicina, educación, contabilidad y la industria.
Efek Program Telerehabilitasi Paru pada Penyintas COVID-19: Penilaian Status Fungsional Menggunakan 30-Second Sit-To-Stand Test
Authors: Widjanantie Siti Chandra , Maylani Lina , Ilyas Muhammad , Nusdwinuringtyas Nury , Susanto Agus Dwi
Published: December 2023

Pendahuluan: Long COVID merupakan gejala persisten pada pasien yang sudah dinyatakan sembuh dari infeksi COVID-19. Gejala persisten yang dialami adalah rasa lelah serta keluhan terkait respirasi maupun non-respirasi yang mengganggu status fungsional pasien dalam menjalankan aktivitas sehari-hari. Program telerehabilitasi paru setelah perawatan di rumah sakit diperlukan untuk optimalisasi status fungsional pasien. Penilaian status fungsional yang mudah diaplikasikan adalah 30-Second Sit-To-Stand Test (30s-STST). Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah mengetahui perubahan status fungsional pada penyintas COVID-19 setelah dilakukan program telerehabilitasi paru.Metode: Uji eksperimental analitik dengan desain one grup pre-test and post-test, dilakukan di Rumah Sakit Persahabatan dari Agustus hingga September 2020. Terdapat 24 subjek yang memenuhi kriteria eligibilitas dari data rekam medis pasien pulang rawat COVID-19 yang direkrut secara konsekutif, mendapatkan program telerehabilitasi paru untuk latihan di rumah selama 4 minggu. Penilaian 30s-STST dilakukan saat subjek hendak pulang rawat inap dan evaluasi setelah 4 minggu dari pemeriksaan pertama. Hasil: Subjek penelitian terdiri dari 19 laki-laki (79,2%) dan 5 perempuan (20,8%). Hasil pemeriksaan 30s-STST sebelum dan sesudah program telerehabilitasi paru selama 4 minggu adalah 7,75 ± 2,19 dan 13,70 ± 4,23 kali. Terdapat korelasi positif kuat (signifikan) antara hasil pemeriksaan 30s-STST sebelum dengan sesudah program (r = 0,757, p < 0,01). Kesimpulan: Terdapat peningkatan status fungsional pada penyintas COVID-19 yang menjalani program telerehabilitasi paru selama 4 minggu, dinilai dengan 30s-Sit-To-Stand Test.
Strategies for controlling and decontaminating mycotoxins in foods and feeds: A review
Authors: Mshelia Ladi Peter , Selamat Jinap , Samsudin Nik Iskandar Putra
Published: December 2023

Mycotoxins are naturally occurring chemical compounds produced by certain genera, such as Aspergillus, Fusarium, and Penicillium, as by-products of their metabolism (secondary metabolites). They are plant pathogens able to cause infection pre-, during, and post-harvest. The most important and economically-relevant mycotoxins of great concern to humans, plants, and animals are aflatoxins, ochratoxin A, fumonisins, and trichothecenes. The present review aimed to compile updated management strategies of mycotoxins in foods and feeds, including control and detoxification techniques. Generally, the strategies are divided into physical, chemical, and biological, and can be implemented during pre-, harvest, and post-harvest. Physical controls pre-harvest includes the development and planting of resistant varieties; during harvest include control of field infections, timely harvest, sufficient drainage, and physical barriers; and post-harvest include storage of harvested commodities under conditions that would prevent and exclude the growth and mycotoxin production by mycotoxigenic fungi. Chemical controls generally involve the use of chemically synthesised fungicides which are often associated with long-term effects on the environment. When compared with chemical and physical controls, biological controls are generally more unique, productive, and environmentally friendly, and when implemented appropriately in the Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategy, can collectively control the growth and proliferation of mycotoxigenic, and reduce the incidence of mycotoxin production and contamination in foods and feeds.
Parboiling of pigmented and non-pigmented Philippine rice (Oryza sativa L.) cultivars: Textural properties and carbohydrate quality
Authors: Zapater John Edward Ico , Manaois Rosaly Vallejo
Published: December 2023

Parboiling improves rice carbohydrate quality, which is beneficial for diabetes management in Asia. However, parboiling drastically alters cooked rice texture, making it unappealing for Filipinos, who generally prefer tender cooked rice. The present work evaluated the carbohydrate quality and cooked rice hardness of nine local pigmented and non-pigmented rice varieties as affected by parboiling and cooking treatments. The amylose content (AC), retrogradation potential (RP), and resistant starch (RS) content were determined, and the samples with the highest RS were further investigated for their thermal properties and starch morphology. Results showed that parboiling increased RS level by as much as five-fold, particularly in the red rice Minaangan, which had intermediate AC and the highest RP (2,821.5 cP) among the samples. The highest RS, 2.71 ± 0.02 g/100 g, was recorded in parboiled NSIC Rc 222 cooked at 1:2.5 (rice:water). It also produced soft cooked rice, which was significantly better than its non-parboiled counterpart. High proportion of water needed to gelatinise parboiled non-pigmented NSIC Rc 222 was due to higher starch crystallinity as indicated by its gelatinisation enthalpy and intact starch granule. In conclusion, parboiling and cooking at appropriate rice:water ratio of NSIC Rc222 and Minaangan could deliver healthier cooked rice with Filipino preferred textural quality.
Mapping and analyzing the scientific literature on drug abuse
Authors: Varmazyar Reza , Rahimi Alireza , Shirshahi Saeid
Published: December 2023

This scientometric study provides a comprehensive analysis of drug abuse research within the top 10 countries indexed in the Web of Science from 2010 to August 2023. It highlights the significant contributions of authors like Kendler KS and institutions such as the University of California System, emphasizing the pivotal role they play in advancing our understanding of drug abuse. The United States, China, and Iran emerge as leading contributors, with funding predominantly provided by institutions like the United States Department of Health and Human Services, NIH USA, and NIDA. The study identifies four distinct research clusters focusing on alcohol, cocaine, opioids, and cannabis, offering nuanced insights into specific areas of emphasis within drug abuse research. These findings underscore the need for collaborative, multi-faceted approaches involving researchers, institutions, and countries to effectively address the complex challenges posed by drug abuse. Building upon these insights, future research and policy initiatives can work towards more effective strategies for prevention, intervention, and support, ultimately contributing to improvements in public health and well-being.
Veinticinco años de educación sobre la investigación del dolor: ¿qué hemos aprendido? Hallazgos de una revisión exhaustiva del alcance de la investigación sobre preinscripción y educación para profesionales de la salud.
Authors: Thompson Kate , Johnson Mark I. , Milligan James , Briggs Michelle
Published: December 2023

La Asociación Internacional para el Estudio del Dolor (IASP) ha designado el 2018 como el año mundial para la excelencia en la educación sobre el dolor. A pesar de los avances en la investigación sobre este tema, sigue habiendo una comprensión e implementación inadecuadas de la educación sobre el dolor que los profesionales de la salud obtienen en la capacitación antes del registro profesional, la licencia o la certificación. Este artículo informa sobre una síntesis de la investigación sobre la educación del dolor que se ha llevado a cabo en este período de formación de profesionales de la salud. Se utilizó un marco de revisión de alcance de Arksey y O'Malley para guiar una búsqueda en las bases de datos médicas y educativas de registros que han examinado o evaluado la educación sobre el dolor. Se identificaron cincuenta y seis informes que representaban a 16 profesiones en 29 países, publicados entre 1992 y 2017. Se proporciona una descripción de los informes, que incluye una línea de tiempo, geografía, métodos de evaluación y el propósito principal de la investigación. Se realizó una síntesis narrativa para resumir y explicar los resultados y los principales hallazgos de los informes de los estudios incluidos en esta revisión. Además de esto, se realizó un análisis conceptual para identificar y mapear conceptos clave que pueden ser utilizados por las partes interesadas para desarrollar o evaluar la educación futura sobre el dolor. Se proponen direcciones futuras para la investigación, que incluyen factores que se informan repetidamente y que son importantes para avanzar en la educación sobre el dolor y deberían apuntalar la campaña para entornos que promuevan la excelencia en la práctica del estudio y tratamiento del dolor como la norma en la atención médica.
Experiencia temprana en EE. UU con estimulación del Ganglio de la raíz dorsal para el tratamiento de la Neuropatía periférica de las extremidades inferiores: un estudio retrospectivo multicéntrico de casos.
Authors: Falowski Steven , Pope Jason E. , Raza Adil
Published: December 2023

Antecedentes: La neuropatía periférica es un trastorno de dolor crónico que implica daño físico, químico o metabólico a los nervios. Su dolor puede ser intenso e incapacitante. La estimulación del ganglio de la raíz dorsal (DRG) es un tratamiento eficaz para el dolor, incluyendo casos con distribuciones regionales limitadas, que a menudo caracterizan a la neuropatía periférica. Métodos: Se realizó un análisis retrospectivo. Los pacientes fueron incluidos sobre la base de padecer neuropatía periférica intratable crónica de las piernas y / o pies y respuesta satisfactoria a una prueba de estimulación del DRG con cables en L4-S1. Las puntuaciones de escala analógica visual del dolor (VAS) y el uso de analgésicos se recopilaron en la visita inicial y después de seis semanas de tratamiento. Se incluyeron ocho pacientes consecutivos en dos centros de estudio (7 hombres, 1 mujer; edad media: 64,8 ± 10,2 años. Seis casos de neuropatía fueron bilaterales y dos unilaterales. Un paciente presentó radiculopatía crónica, dos pacientes tenían neuropatía asociada con diabetes, y cinco pacientes tenían neuropatía no asociada con esa patología metabólica. Resultados: El dolor se puntuó de 7,38 ± 0,74 al comienzo del estudio y disminuyó a 1,50 ± 1,31 a las 6 semanas de seguimiento, una reducción de 79,5 ± 18,8%. Para los pacientes individuales, el alivio del dolor osciló entre el 42,86% y el 100,00%; dos pacientes experimentaron un alivio completo del dolor, mientras que siete de los ocho pacientes experimentaron un alivio del dolor superior al 50%. Además, tres pacientes redujeron significativamente el uso de analgésicos y cuatro pudieron suspenderlos por completo. Conclusión: Esta pequeña serie de casos retrospectivos multicéntrico proporciona evidencia preliminar de que los síntomas dolorosos de la neuropatía periférica general en las extremidades inferiores, así como el uso de analgésicos asociados, pueden tratarse eficazmente por estimulación DRG a nivel espinal L4-S1. Es importante destacar que este tratamiento parece eficaz para la neuropatía periférica.
Financial Sector Development, Savings and Economic Performance: A Theoretical Analysis
Authors: Luvako Mystere Nzanzu
Published: December 2023

Purpose: This paper investigates the intricate relationship between financial sector development (FSD), savings behavior (SB), and economic performance (EP). Motivated by the critical role of the financial sector in economic development, our research aims to understand the nature of this relationship, addressing existing gaps in the literature.

Methodology: The methodology used involves a literature review, the development of a theoretical model with clearly stated assumptions, and the formulation of a mathematical model to represent the relationships between key variables. A deductive approach to theoretical analysis is employed for the discussion and interpretation of findings, along with implications for policy and future research directions.

Findings: The proposed theoretical model assumes rational economic agents, efficient financial markets, perfect information, and other factors to analyze these relationships. Mathematically, FSD positively influences SB, subsequently enhancing EP indicators like GDP growth, income distribution, and employment. The discussion aligns findings with existing literature, emphasizing implications for policymakers to prioritize FSD, enhance financial literacy, and incentivize savings.

Unique contributor to theory, policy and practice:  Acknowledging model limitations, future research should validate findings empirically, considering diverse economic conditions. This model contributes to understanding dynamic economic interactions, guiding empirical investigations and policy formulation concisely.
GABRIEL MARCEL I OČUVANJE OSOBNOSTI U INTERSUBJEKTIVNIM ODNOSIMA
Authors: Lučin Ita , Buntić Mate , Perić Zdravko
Published: December 2023

U ovome se radu proučava jedna od temeljnih tema kojima se
bavio Gabriel Marcel. Riječ je o intesubjektivnosti koja se po mišljenju ovoga francuskog filozofa ostvaruje samo onda kada smo
dostupni (disponsibilé) jedni drugima, odnosno kada jedni druge
možemo doživjeti kao subjekte, konkretnije – osobe. Postavljajući
kao glavno pitanje pridonosi li Marcelovo učenje očuvanju autentičnosti osobâ, dolazi se do pozitivnoga zaključka. Život, kako ga
vidi Marcel, utemeljen je na iskustvu stečenu zahvaljujući tijelu,
zajedništvu, komunikaciji i odnosima s drugima. Marcel smatra
da je moguće vjerovati da je drugi svjesno biće, a opet ne vidjeti i
ne doživjeti drugoga kao takva. Otuda zaključak da čovjek drugoga doživljava kao subjekt samo kada ga doživljava kao su-biće.
Marcel dodatno pita što znači doživjeti drugoga kao subjekt, ali i
što znači biti viđen kao subjekt iz očišta nekoga drugog subjekta.
Odgovarajući na to pitanje, on kritizira tradicionalno kartezijansko poimanje uma zaključujući da je intersubjektivnost čak
i više od samosvijesti. Da bi se dobio cjelovit uvid u Marcelovo
shvaćanje intersubjektivnih odnosa, bilo je nužno elaborirati i
najvažnije pojmove s tim u vezi – utjelovljenje, bitak u situaciji,
dostupnost i stvaralačka vjernost.
Ključne riječi: egzistencija; subjekt; utjelovljenost; dostupnost; intersubjektivnost; stvaralačka vjernost.
FEMINISTIČKA ANALIZA POLOŽAJA ŽENA U BiH S KRATKIM OSVRTOM NA POVIJESNI RAZVOJ ŽENSKIH POKRETA
Authors: Mihaljević Damirka , Planinić Martina , Ljubičić Ružica
Published: December 2023

Artikulacija ženskih interesa u Bosni i Hercegovini započela je
osnivanjem ženskih društava u vrijeme austrougarske uprave i
nastavljena je u okviru prve Jugoslavije. Ključan aspekt feminizma u Socijalističkoj Federativnoj Republici Jugoslaviji očituje se u
feminističkome marksizmu i teorijskome radu, ponajviše Blaženke Despot i Žarane Papić. One su dale velik prinos feminističkoj
naraciji u okviru socijalističkoga samoupravljanja. Pod utjecajem
aktualnih feminističkih gibanja i u BiH u to doba prepoznaje se
aktivnije djelovanja žena. Unatoč krutim patrijarhalnim normama i društvu koje se teško nosilo s nazočnošću žena u javnome prostoru pojavljuju se žene na pozicijama ravnateljica škola i urednica novinâ. Tako su žene u BiH formalnopravnu izjednačenost
uspjele ostvariti u okviru socijalističke Jugoslavije.
Pedesetak godina poslije u samostalnoj i neovisnoj BiH usvojeno je više zakona i institucionalnih mehanizama kojima se nije
postigla očekivana ravnopravnost žena u praksi. Naime raskorak
između primjene i učinka pozitivnih zakonskih propisa upućuje
na ključan utjecaj patrijarhalnoga naslijeđa koje uvjetuje subordinaciju žena. Time se potvrđuje činjenica da je društveno-politički
položaj žene neodvojiv od privatne sfere. Mjesto i uloga žene u
BiH velikim su dijelom određeni religijskim ili etičkim običajima
i normama. Takve se norme teško mijenjanju i otežavaju ženama
da utječu na promjene kojima bi ostvarile stvarnu ravnopravnost.
Nakon više od desetljeća postojanja novoga ženskog pokreta (iako
neki smatraju da u BiH ne postoji ženski pokret) i unatoč njegovoj slabosti i podijeljenosti primjetni su ipak i određeni pozitivni
pomaci.
Ključne riječi: feminizam; patrijarhat; socijalizam; retradicionalizacija; žene; Bosna i Hercegovina
Cumhuriyetin Kuruluş Yıllarında Yayımlanan Dergiler Envanteri: 1923-1938
Authors: ÖZÇELİK DAMLAPINAR Zeynep Berre
Published: December 2023

Dergilerin düşünce hayatının şekillenmesinde önemli bir rolü olduğu açıktır. Bununla birlikte dergiler, politik, ekonomik, sosyal ve kültürel tarihin incelenmesinde birinci dereceden kaynak olmaları bakımından da önemli bir anahtar işlevi görürler. Bu bakımdan mevcut çalışmada 1923-1938 arası dönemde aktif faaliyet gösteren dergilere dair kısa bilgi verildikten sonra, dergiler dijitalleşme süreci açısından değerlendirilmiştir. Bu eksende dergilere dijital ortamlardan ulaşılıp ulaşılamayacağı ve nereden ne kadarına ulaşılabileceği incelenmiştir. Envanter çalışması kapsamında ortaya çıkan, belirlenen zaman aralığında faal olan toplam 425 derginin 202’sinin herhangi bir sayısına dijital ortamda erişmenin

mümkün olmadığıdır. Geriye kalan 223 derginin 177’si ise az ya da çok kısmen dijitalleştirilmiştir.
Scan-to-HBIM: automated transformation of point clouds into 3D BIM models for the digitization and preservation of historic buildings
Authors: Escudero Pablo Ariel
Published: December 2023

Three-dimensional digital models of historical buildings must seamlessly integrate a wide array of data from diverse sources, including point clouds, alphanumeric information, 2D and 3D representations, BIM, GIS, images, sensor data, and real-time information streams, among other heterogeneous resources. Centralizing and presenting this multifaceted information cohesively is fundamental for fostering a comprehensive understanding and analysis of these historical monuments. In this context, the article introduces an automated process (Scan-to-HBIM) tailored specifically to transform point clouds into threedimensional models within BIM environments. This innovative approach not only enhances the accuracy in representing historic buildings but also significantly amplifies the level of detail (LoD), enabling a more nuanced representation of architectural structures. The article delves into the Scan-to-HBIM process, elucidating its relevance in the broader context of digitization and preservation of historic buildings, with a particular focus on its application to a sample point cloud. Furthermore, it underscores the pivotal advantages of this approach, emphasizing its proficiency in managing diverse datasets, elevating the level of detail, and exploring practical applications in both BIM and GIS realms.
PRAÇA DOS POETAS: ESPAÇO HISTÓRICO, CULTURAL E DE USO TURÍSTICO
Authors: MATHEUS ANDRADE MARQUES
Published: December 2023

O presente artigo versa sobre a multiplicidade de usos contidos em espaços públicos, usando a praça dos Poetas como área de investigação. Localizada no centro histórico de São Luís, o ambiente proporciona aos visitantes estrutura satisfatória, condizente com o habitual de praças. Porém, sua distinção de outras praças está relacionada ao fato do local homenagear escritores e poetas maranhenses, exibindo informações de suas biografias e de suas principais obras pela praça, realidade que transformou o local também em área de turismo. Nesse contexto, objetiva-se analisar o simbolismo histórico e cultural da praça dos Poetas e sua consolidação como espaço turístico. Os procedimentos metodológicos aplicados foram: pesquisa bibliográfica e atividades de campo. Sobre os resultados, nota-se que a praça valoriza a cultura local e expõe um espaço turístico diferenciado aos seus frequentadores.
A PRODUÇÃO (MICRO)CERVEJEIRA NO ESTADO DO RIO GRANDE DO SUL:
Authors: TIARAJU SALINI DUARTE  , WILLIAN MARTINS LOURENÇO  , GUILHERME FONTANA  , EDUARDO SCHUMANN
Published: December 2023

A produção cervejeira no Brasil apresenta-se como um importante setor da economia e, nesse contexto, o estado do Rio Grande do Sul desponta como um dos principais polos produtivos do território nacional. A partir dessa conjuntura, elenca-se como objetivo da pesquisa analisar a produção (micro)cervejeira no estado sulino em dois recortes temporais: o primeiro, centrado no processo de estruturação e decadência da produção e, o segundo, denominado de renovação produtiva. Como metodologia, foram utilizadas as bases de dados do Ministério da Agricultura, Pecuária e Abastecimento em conjunto com análise bibliográfica sobre a Geografia Histórica. Os resultados demonstram que ao longo do processo histórico da produção cervejeira o estado gaúcho despontou como um dos principais centros produtivos nacionais do século XIX e início do XX. Além disso, apontamos que no século XXI há um movimento de renovação do setor derivado da inserção de atores regionais no processo produtivo.
Prototype of the Russian segment of the joint Data Center for the Exploration of the Moon and Deep Space in the UV spectrum
Authors: Архангельский Р.Н. , Иосипенко С.В.
Published: December 2023

Представлен обзор существующих и перспективных источников УФ данных, на основании которых целесообраз- но формировать требования к проектированию российского сегмента объединенного Российско-Китайского Центра данных по исследованию Луны и дальнего космоса в области УФ-астрономии.

An overview of existing and prospective sources of UV data for the formation of requirements for the design of the Russian segment of the joint Russian-Chinese Data Center is presented.