bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
factores psicosociales en las mujeres son clave en el éxito laboral de las mipymes de servicios técnicos
Authors: Ramírez Román Adolfo , Chabat Uranga Jacqueline , Suárez Álvarez Ángel , Rodriguez Rodriguez Luis Alberto
Published: February 2025

El estudio contribuye en el desarrollo del éxito laboral como modelo para las empresas micro y pequeña empresa (mipyme). El objetivo es analizar el grado en que los factores psicosociales en mujeres representan el éxito laboral en la mipyme del municipio de Boca del Río, Veracruz. Se aplicaron cuestionarios al personal de la empresa. Los hallazgos muestran que los factores psicosociales en mujeres influyen en el éxito laboral de la empresa de servicios técnicos, generando ventaja competitiva del servicio con cambios tecnológicos desafiantes en las mujeres.
Abstract
This study contributes to the development of professional success as a model for micro and small businesses. Our objective is to analyze the extent to which socio-psychological factors in women constitute professional success in MSEs in Boca del Río, Veracruz. To accomplish this, questionnaires were administered to company personnel. Findings indicate that socio-psychological factors in women influence professional success in technical services businesses, enhancing  their competitive advantage in the face of challenging technological changes.
The Role of Local Wisdom in Increasing the Competitiveness of the Creative Economy of Ulos in North Sumatra Province Through the Green Digital Marketing Model
Authors: Sugito  , Lubis Adelina , Muliono Rizki
Published: February 2025

Objective: This study explores the role of local wisdom in enhancing the competitiveness of Ulos, a traditional cloth from North Sumatra, through a green digital marketing model. The research focuses on identifying the local wisdom in Ulos, analyzing its impact on the creative economy’s competitiveness, and developing an effective marketing model that integrates local cultural values with sustainability.
 
Results and Discussion: Ulos is rich in cultural heritage, making it a highly competitive product in the creative economy. However, challenges such as limited market access for craftsmen, competition with modern textiles, and a lack of digital marketing knowledge hinder its global reach. By integrating local wisdom with environmentally friendly practices, the green digital marketing model provides an innovative solution. This approach enhances market access while preserving the cultural significance of Ulos. Findings demonstrate that incorporating Ulos' unique cultural attributes into digital marketing not only improves its competitiveness but also aligns with global sustainability trends, positioning it as a premium heritage product in international markets.
 
Research Implications: This study highlights the importance of combining traditional values with modern marketing to create sustainable economic opportunities. It offers a practical framework for policymakers, SMEs, and stakeholders to implement culturally sensitive and eco-friendly strategies, benefiting both local communities and the environment.
 
Originality/Value: By introducing a green digital marketing model that integrates local wisdom, this research provides a novel strategy for heritage-based products like Ulos. It emphasizes the dual objectives of cultural preservation and economic competitiveness in the global creative economy.
Integrating a Biblical Worldview Into Instructional Design: Evangelistic Tools for Christian Education in the Indonesian Context
Authors: Tung Khoe Yao
Published: February 2025

Objective: This study aims to address the challenges faced by Christian schools in Indonesia in fulfilling their evangelical mission, including a lack of understanding of Christian pedagogy, a shortage of Christian educators, and limited resources. Specifically, it explores how integrating a biblical worldview into instructional design can serve as a strategic solution to these issues.
 
Method: The research employs a qualitative case study approach, focusing on the application of the ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation) instructional design model. Data collection includes interviews, document analysis, and observations in Christian education settings.
 
Results and Discussion: The findings reveal that embedding biblical principles within the ADDIE instructional design enhances educators’ understanding of their Christian calling, facilitates transformative learning experiences, and strengthens the evangelical mandate. These practices enable educators to integrate Christian values into their teaching methods, fostering a distinctively Christian educational environment. Moreover, the integration of a biblical worldview encourages non-Christian teachers to align with the school's values, thereby mitigating the challenges posed by financial constraints and the employment of non-Christian educators.
 
Research Implications: This study highlights the practical implications of using biblical worldview integration as a pedagogical framework in Christian schools. It provides a model for equipping educators to balance professional responsibilities with their spiritual mission, offering valuable insights for Christian educational leaders in Indonesia and similar contexts.
 
Originality/Value: This research contributes to the literature by presenting an innovative application of the ADDIE model through the lens of a biblical worldview. It underscores the importance of instructional design in addressing the unique challenges of Christian education in a multicultural and resource-constrained setting, offering a strategic tool for advancing the evangelical mission in Indonesia.
The Importance of Assets Turnover and Profitability the Sustainable Growth Rate of Company in Achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Authors: Erawati Teguh , Ndamunamu Marleny Shintia , Endo Osfalda Katarina Putri , Warung Skolastika Anita Lestari , Yansi Catherine Alexandra , Dwitriani Friska
Published: February 2025

Objective: The importance of researching Sustainable Growth Rate (SGR) is because in an increasingly competitive and dynamic global context, where companies need to focus on sustainable and responsible growth.
 
Theoretical Framework: This study is Theory Stakeholder in this research highlights how sustainable growth can align with the expectations and needs of stakeholders while supporting Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
 
Method: The data sample used is the financial statements of companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) in 2019-2023. The sampling technique used in this study was purposive sampling method with a total of 1650 data.
 
Results and Discussion: The results show that the ATO and Profitability variables have a positive effect on SGR, while IOS has no significant effect on SGR. In addition, Company Size does not moderate the relationship between IOS and SGR nor ATO and SGR, but serves as a moderator between Profitability and SGR.
 
Research Implications: The findings highlight the need for companies to prioritize profitability and operational efficiency (ATO) while aligning strategies with stakeholder expectations. This alignment supports sustainable growth and contributes to achieving SDGs.
 
Originality/Value: The results of this study are expected to contribute significantly by providing a knowledge base for decision makers in the company, such as top management and investors, in formulating a sustainable growth strategy with the main objective of increasing revenue and becoming the basis for implementing business development.
From Threat Assesment to Action: Counterterrorism Special Detachment 88’s Perspective on Combating Cyber Terrorism in Indonesia
Authors: Hidayat Ferli , Khusaini Moh , Efani Anthon , Sukarmi
Published: February 2025

Objective: This study aims to analyze the cyber terrorism eradication strategies implemented in Indonesia
 
Theoretical Framework: Based on Law Enforcement Theory, it emphasizes preventive and repressive legal measures to counter cyber terrorism. It also integrates cyber terrorism and ICT Adoption Theories, highlighting how technological advancements enable extremist propaganda, recruitment, and cyber-attacks, necessitating stronger legal frameworks. Additionally, this study examines global cybersecurity collaboration, emphasizing the need for comprehensive cybercrime laws and multi-stakeholder coordination to strengthen Indonesia’s cyber resilience.
 
Method: The qualitative stage involves in-depth interviews, text analysis, and observations to understand the nature, motives, and strategies of cyber terrorism and evaluate countermeasures. Data is collected through structured closed interviews with key informants from Densus 88 on Java-Bali Island, ensuring confidentiality while obtaining specific and targeted insights into the causes and impacts of cyber terrorism.
 
Results and Discussion: Cyber terrorism in Indonesia continues to evolve, driven by rapid technological advancements and high internet penetration, which facilitate the spread of extremist ideologies through digital propaganda, online recruitment, and cyberattacks on government systems. The main challenges in combating cyber terrorism include weak digital literacy, socio-political instability, and regulatory gaps that hinder law enforcement efforts. To address these threats, Indonesia has strengthened its cybersecurity infrastructure, enhanced legal frameworks such as the UU ITE and PDP Law, and intensified cross-agency collaboration, but challenges remain in public awareness and institutional coordination.
 
Research Implications: This research underscores the need for stronger regulations, enhanced cybersecurity, and cross-agency collaboration to combat cyber terrorism. It also highlights the urgency of specialized cyber laws, improved law enforcement, and public engagement to strengthen national resilience.
 
Originality/Value: This research provides a comprehensive analysis of cyber terrorism in Indonesia, integrating law enforcement perspectives with technological and regulatory challenges. Its originality lies in proposing a participatory-based counter-cyber terrorism model, emphasizing multi-stakeholder collaboration, digital literacy, and strengthened legal frameworks to enhance national resilience.
Legal Effects of Proving Lineage on Nationality: A Comparative Study
Authors: Mohamed Samah Hadi , Mohsen Ahlam Jabbar
Published: February 2025

Objectives: This study examines the legal implications of parentage verification in determining nationality. It highlights how nationality laws impact children's rights, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding their fundamental rights, including legal recognition of parentage and nationality acquisition. The research aims to analyze the principles governing nationality by birth and the potential consequences of parentage verification on nationality status.
 
Methods: The study explores nationality laws and legal doctrines related to parentage verification, focusing on the two primary principles of nationality acquisition: jus sanguinis (right of blood) and jus soli (right of the soil). Legal analysis is conducted to understand how parentage-based nationality is granted, its legal strength, and the conditions under which it may be revoked or lost. Case studies and statutory provisions are examined to illustrate the broader legal implications.
 
Results: The findings reveal that jus sanguinis remains a dominant principle in nationality laws, as it establishes nationality through familial and blood ties. This principle ensures automatic nationality acquisition at birth without requiring legal applications. However, parentage verification can also lead to nationality loss in cases where a child's parents renounce their nationality, have their nationality revoked, or belong to certain restricted groups. Furthermore, foundlings initially considered stateless may acquire nationality upon later verification of their parentage.
 
Conclusion: The study underscores the critical role of parentage verification in nationality laws, demonstrating how it both grants and potentially strips individuals of their nationality. Legal frameworks must balance the protection of children’s rights with nationality regulations to prevent statelessness and ensure equal access to fundamental rights. Future legal reforms should address gaps in nationality laws to provide greater stability and protection for children affected by parentage-related nationality issues.
Urban Quality of Life for Public Services in a Balad City
Authors: Hamid Mohammed Qais , Sahan Abbass Hashim
Published: February 2025

Objectives: Urban environment assessment and urban quality of life analysis are essential tools for urban planning. These processes aim to balance a city's multiple functions and improve the quality of life for residents by enhancing urban conditions and promoting sustainability. This study aims to assess the current status of various aspects related to the quality of life in the city of Balad, providing a database that can support the development of appropriate urban policies.
 
Methods: The study relied on measuring a set of objective indicators directly related to urban planning to analyze the quality of life in Balad. Additionally, a field study was conducted to assess urban indicators, using various tools to evaluate key aspects affecting urban living conditions. The research examined critical service sectors, including education, health, and infrastructure, to determine their impact on the quality of life.
 
Results: The findings confirmed the study’s hypotheses regarding the negative impact of inadequate service provisions on urban quality of life. The research highlighted significant deficiencies in community services, particularly in education and healthcare, where stagnant systems hinder development and contribute to urban poverty. The number of school dropouts in the primary and intermediate stages in government education reached 257, representing 1.46% of the total enrolled students. Another major issue identified was the inadequate wastewater drainage infrastructure. The study revealed that 71.4% of residential units in Balad were connected to a sewage and drainage network, while 28.6% remained unserved. This lack of coverage negatively impacts the quality of urban life, highlighting the urgent need for infrastructure improvements.
 
Conclusion: The study underscores the urgent need for policy interventions to address the deficiencies in essential services and infrastructure in Balad. The lack of adequate education, healthcare, and wastewater management contributes to urban poverty and reduces the overall quality of life. To enhance urbanization rates and combat urban poverty, it is crucial to provide full coverage of essential services and improve living conditions for all residents. These findings emphasize the importance of sustainable urban planning and targeted development efforts to ensure a better future for the city’s inhabitants.
Sources of Criminalization & Punishment in the Political Party Law No. 36 of 2015
Authors: Mohsin Hawraa Kareem , Afan Hayder Ars
Published: February 2025

Objectives: The research aims to analyze the differences in sources of criminalization between special criminal laws, such as the Political Parties Act No. 36 of 2015, and the Penal Code. While the Penal Code relies solely on written legislative laws to define offenses and penalties, the Political Parties Act incorporates additional sources of criminalization, including executive-issued regulations and instructions. This study seeks to explore how these differences impact legal frameworks and the enforcement of criminal law.
 
Methods: The study adopts a legal analytical approach, examining the legislative structure of the Penal Code and the Political Parties Act. It analyzes the extent to which the executive branch, through legally authorized regulations and instructions, contributes to defining offenses and penalties. The research also reviews relevant legal texts and precedents to understand the implications of these differences in criminalization sources.
 
Results: The findings indicate that, unlike the Penal Code, the Political Parties Act allows the executive branch to issue regulations and instructions with the force of law, thereby serving as an additional source of criminalization and punishment. This creates a distinction in the legal framework where offenses and penalties are not solely determined by the legislature but also influenced by executive directives. Such an approach provides flexibility in law enforcement but may also raise concerns regarding the separation of powers and legal consistency.
 
Conclusion: The study highlights the unique nature of special criminal laws in comparison to the Penal Code, emphasizing the role of executive-issued regulations in shaping criminalization and punishment. While this mechanism allows for adaptable governance in political party regulations, it also underscores the need for legal clarity and oversight to ensure that executive powers do not override legislative authority. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for maintaining a balanced and just legal system.
Navigating the Digital Frontier: Improving Electronic Evidence Management in Ukraine's Criminal Justice System
Authors: Nestor Nataliia , Terletskii Anatoliy , Iierusalymov Ihor , Ovcharenko Ruslan , Korniienko Maksym
Published: February 2025

Objectives: This article aims to explore the prospects for improving the handling of electronic evidence within the criminal process of Ukraine. The specific objectives include analyzing current practices, identifying challenges and limitations faced by legal practitioners and law enforcement, and proposing actionable recommendations for enhancing the legal framework, training, technological integration, and interagency collaboration related to electronic evidence.
 
Methods: The study employs a review methodology, which includes a literature review of existing academic articles, legal texts, and case law related to electronic evidence in Ukraine and other jurisdictions. It also involves comparative analysis of best practices from countries with advanced frameworks for handling electronic evidence.
 
Results: The review reveals several key findings: there are significant gaps in the legal framework regarding the definitions and admissibility of electronic evidence, leading to inconsistencies in court proceedings. Additionally, there are training deficiencies among legal practitioners and law enforcement personnel in digital forensics and the legal implications of electronic evidence. Technological barriers hinder the adoption of advanced technologies for secure evidence collection and analysis, and there is insufficient collaboration between various agencies and stakeholders involved in the criminal justice process.
 
Conclusion: The article concludes that improving the handling of electronic evidence in Ukraine's criminal process is essential for enhancing the integrity and effectiveness of the legal system. Ukraine may better prepare for the issues presented by the digital era by filling in the gaps in the legal framework, investing in technology and training, and encouraging interagency cooperation. Implementing these suggestions will strengthen the criminal justice system and enhance public confidence in its ability to handle electronic evidence.
Physical and chemical criteria for hazard assessment of CNS-active xenobiotics
Authors: Krivorotov D. V. , Nikolaev A. I. , Radilov A. S. , Rembovsky V. R. , Kuznetsov V. A.
Published: February 2025

Introduction. Forensic medical examinations frequently encounter poorly understood, potentially hazardous psychoactive substances. At the same time, information on the biological activity of such substances may be either fragmentary and contradictory or absent altogether. Therefore, the development of approaches to predicting the health hazard of xenobiotics is an urgent task of emergency medicine.

Objective. To study the relationship between physicochemical properties and the hazard rate of one class of CNS-active substances using the methods of mathematical analysis followed by scientific substantiation of criteria for preliminary hazard assessment of narcotic drugs.

Маterials and methods. The study models included the known structures of narcotic analgesics, divided into three groups according to their potential hazard rate. The physicochemical properties of such substances, i.e., molecular weight, polarity, polar surface area, distribution coefficients, and basic dissociation constants were considered as potential hazard factors. Linear discriminant analysis was used to identify the relationship between the physicochemical properties of psychoactive substances and their hazard potential.

Results. The considered example of one class of CNS-active substances confirms the relationship between their hazard rate and the physicochemical properties affecting their redistribution from the central bloodstream to the central nervous system. Physicochemical criteria for predicting the hazard rate of psychoactive substances are proposed. These criteria serve as classification functions that distinguish groups of model substances.

Conclusions. The physicochemical properties of psychoactive substances and the strength of their binding to target receptors equally determine the characteristics of their toxic effect. The formulated classification functions, calculated based on the physicochemical properties of substances, can be used for a preliminary hazard assessment of xenobiotics during their detection in biological samples.
Analysis of Evaluation of Implementation of Standard Precautions in Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections at the Kendari City Regional General Hospital in 2024
Authors:   Master of Public Health Study Program, Postgraduate Program, Halu Oleo University Kendari, Indonesia, Rost Esther Kendek , Mubarak Mubarak ,   Nursing Study Program, Faculty of Medicine, Halu Oleo University, Kendari, Indonesia, Saptaputra Syawal Kamiluddin ,   Public Health Master's Study Program, Postgraduate Program, Halu Oleo University Kendari, Indonesia, Arimaswati Arimaswati ,   Medical Education Study Program, Faculty of Medicine, Halu Oleo University, Kendari, Indonesia
Published: February 2025

HAIs infections are infections that occur in patients during treatment in hospitals and other health care facilities where when they enter there is no infection and is not in the incubation period. Standard precautions in preventing infection are very important to apply in hospitals, considering that staff contact with patients’ bodies increases exposure from patients to staff or vice versa. The research was conducted to evaluate the implementation of standard precautions in preventing and controlling HAIs infections in Kendari City Regional Public Houses in 2024. The research was conducted in the period from April to May 2024. All data that was collected was analyzed using a content analysis approach, namely comparing the research results with existing theories and a literature review. The research results show that hand hygiene has not been fully implemented by nurses in accordance with the 5 moments and 6 steps of hand washing. The use of PPE has been fully implemented by nurses, especially in the use of masks and gloves. Coughing and sneezing etiquette has not been fully implemented by nurses because nurses have not thrown tissues into infectious waste bins. Safe injection practices have not been fully implemented by all officers because there are still those who carry out recapping.
Implementing Public-Private Partnership Models in the Development of the Tourism Sector in Uzbekistan
Authors:   Researcher, Scientific Research Institute of Tourism Development, Tashkent, Uzbekistan, U.U. Saidov
Published: February 2025

This article analyzes the key directions for implementing public-private partnership (PPP) models in the development of the tourism sector in Uzbekistan. The necessity of introducing effective cooperation mechanisms between the public and private sectors to improve tourism infrastructure and enhance service quality is emphasized. Based on global experience, various forms of PPP models and their applicability in the context of Uzbekistan are examined. Additionally, theoretical approaches to widely adopted PPP models and their effectiveness on a global scale are reviewed. Within the framework of this study, an innovative economic model aimed at ensuring the sustainable development of Uzbekistan’s tourism sector is proposed.
Effect of 5-Week Plyometric Training on Sand Versus Grass on Jumping and Sprinting Performance in Under-20s Soccer Players
Authors: Ricardo Lopes Charles , Monteiro Morais Marcelo , Andries Junior Orival , Beloso Felipe , Diego Germano Moisés , Volpi Braz Tiago , Antônio Sindorf Marcio , Harley Crisp Alex , Roberto Alves Zwarg Bruno , Ferreira Balbino Hermes , Verlengia Rozangela , Henrique Marchetti Paulo , Saldanha Aoki Marcelo , Gori Soares Enrico
Published: February 2025

The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of five-week plyometric training (PT) using different surfaces (sand vs. grass) on sprint and jump performance in young soccer players of the under-20 category. Nineteen soccer players from a professional club in São Paulo (19.3 ± 1.1 years, 1.78 ± 0.06 m; 71.1 ± 6.84 kg) participated in the study. The subjects were divided into 2 groups that performed PT on sand (n=10) or grass (n=9) for five weeks. The PT incorporated exercises like CMJ, drop jumps, and multiple jumps, with the number of jumps increasing from 48 in the initial week to 120 by the final week. ANOVAs were utilized to compare the squat jump (SJ), the countermovement jump (CMJ), the drop jump (DJ), and 15 m sprinting time. A significance level of P ≤ 0.05 was adopted. The results indicated an improvement in performance, as measured by the SJ (Sand: 18.2%; Grass: 17.6%), CMJ (Sand: 12.5%; Grass: 12.4%), DJ from 44cm (Sand: 8.3%; Grass: 5.8%), drop DJ 66 cm (Sand: 7.5%; Grass: 7.1%), DJ from 88cm (Sand: 6.5%; Grass: 5.7%), and 15m sprint time (Sand: -2.2%; Grass: -2.3%). However, no significant difference was found between the two surfaces. In conclusion, 5-week PT on either sand or grass surfaces can improve sprint and jump performance in young soccer players.
Discovering how students use generative artificial intelligence tools for academic writing purposes
Authors: Johnston Heather , Eaton Maria , Henry Isabel , Deeley Eva-Marie , Parsons Bryony N.
Published: February 2025

The aim of this project was to identify ways in which students are using Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) technologies for the planning and researching stage of essay style assignments. The study recruited 30 students from various subject areas and levels of study and with different self-reported levels of confidence in using GAI tools. Each student was given three essay questions to choose from and 50 minutes to research their topic, make notes from sources, and put together an essay plan, using GAI tools if they deemed them useful. Their screens were recorded to facilitate a natural planning process and they were encouraged to narrate to provide insight into their reasoning. Of the 30 participants, 21 (70%) used GAI technologies within their process. ChatGPT 3.5 (Open AI) was the most frequently chosen, with 18 students (60%) using this. The most popular use of GAI was asking for definitions, explanations, or examples; or creating an essay plan or structure. The study also provided insight into students’ searching process, revealing that Google was the most popular starting point (chosen by 30% of students). Journal articles were the most popular source type (used by 80% of participants), and skim reading a section of a source was the most common method used to decide if it was relevant, with 63.3% of students doing this. When examining referencing behaviour, 80% of the students included some form of references in their essay plan, but none of the students created references for any GAI tools they had used.
The value of practice-based collaborations across the third space: reflections on supporting multimodal assignments
Authors: Cross Lauren , Sharun Sara , Da Rosa dos Santos Luciano
Published: February 2025

Multimodal assignments are becoming a prevalent strategy to enable assessment of student learning (Reid et al., 2016). However, due to their inherent complexity, supporting faculty members and students in adopting and implementing these types of assignments can be challenging (Wysocki et al., 2019). To overcome this, a group of ‘third space’ (Whitchurch, 2013) academic professionals came together to design and implement a support system that considered these assignments holistically. In this opinion piece, we reflect on the creation of a lifecycle approach to supporting multimodal assignments that built awareness and deepened understanding among faculty of our roles in teaching and learning. We also share how our informal, transdisciplinary collaboration can serve as a precursor for similar projects that support students and faculty.
Economic and industrial characteristics of Russian regions influencing individual risk of death: results of a prospective ESSE-RF study
Authors: Maksimov Sergey A. , Shalnova Svetlana A. , Kutsenko Vladimir A. , Kapustina Anna V. , Balanova Yulia A. , Muromtseva Galina A. , Evstifeeva Svetlana E. , Imaeva Asija E. , Karamnova Natalia S. , Drapkina Oksana M.
Published: February 2025

Introduction. The territorial characteristics of the population’s residence can influence individual health risks. For the Russian population, the influence of regional living conditions on the individual probability of behavioural risk factors and the development of a number of diseases is shown.
The purpose of the study is on the base on prospective observation data to assess the individual risks of death from the regional living conditions of the Russian population.
Materials and methods. Individual indicators were taken from the Russian study ESSE-RF 2013–2014, with subsequent prospective observation during 2015–2021. (sixteen thousand three hundred twenty nine people of 25–64 years from 10 regions of Russia). To assess regional living conditions, 4 regional indices were used: Socio-geographical, Demographic, Industrial, Economic. A proportional hazards model (Cox regression) was used to estimate associations, calculating odds ratios and 95% confidence intervals, adjusting for a wide range of individual sociodemographic, behavioural and clinical characteristics.
Results. In the full model, living in an economically developed region reduces the individual probability of death (0.55; 0.43–0.71). The contribution of the Economic Index, compared to individual traditional health risk factors, is quite high. The influence of the Economic Index is most pronounced in men and people aged of 55–64 years. In the group of people without higher education, living in an industrialized region increases the individual probability of death (1.36; 1.05–1.76).
Research limitations. To represent a Russian representative sample, 10 regions is sufficient, however, when considering regional characteristics, of course, more stable patterns of influence would be obtained if a larger number of regions were involved, with all the diversity of regional living conditions of the population.
Conclusion. The study made it possible to identify the dependence of the individual probability of death on the regional characteristics of the Russian population, which expands the fundamental understanding of the cause-and-effect dependencies of human health on environmental factors and makes it possible to take into account environmental factors in predicting the health of the population.
Providing medical and social care to patients with orphan diseases (literature review)
Authors: Gribkova Irina V.
Published: February 2025

Rare (orphan) diseases (RD) are diseases that affect a small part of the population. However, although each disease affects a small number of people, they collectively form a large subpopulation. Currently, there are up to 8,000 rare diseases known in the world, affecting approximately 6–8% of the planet’s population. Rare diseases require a special approach from healthcare. Although many countries around the world are already implementing significant opportunities to support patients and their families, challenges and unmet needs remain. To further improve the health-related quality of life of RD patients, it is important to identify common patterns in the existing problems and needs of this category of citizens.
The purpose of this work was to analyze modern studies conducted in developed countries of the world, based on surveys of patients with various RD and their families about existing problems and needs.
We searched PubMed and Google Scholar for literature on psychosocial issues in RD patients. The results showed the main problems and needs to be diagnostic issues (long period of time before diagnosis, presence of errors, need to visit a large number of doctors to make a final diagnosis, the process of announcing the results), lack or inadequacy of psychological support, unsatisfactory material support, poor awareness of the disease and existing health care support. The work also makes proposals for the further development of health care services that provide assistance and support to RD patients and their families, to solve these problems and meet the corresponding needs.
Sports nutrition as an example of effective implementation of innovative trends in nutrition: personalization and digitalization (literature review)
Authors: Nikitjuk Dmitriy B. , Korosteleva Margarita M. , Tarmaeva Inna Yu.
Published: February 2025

The nutritional status in an athlete depends on the individual genetic characteristics of the body, the level of physical and psycho-emotional stress, and a balanced diet with the inclusion of specialized food products and dietary supplements. The development of big data analytics and artificial intelligence can contribute to the development of nutritional recommendations at the individual or stratified level.
The purpose of the review is to analyze and summarize research papers devoted to the possibilities of using digital technologies, deep machine learning techniques, and artificial intelligence in the field of sports nutrition to ensure a personalized approach to improving professional success. There were studied papers published in 2004–2024 in domestic and foreign electronic databases: Web of Science, Scopus, eLIBRARY.RU, Russian State Library, library collection of the Federal State Budgetary Scientific Institution “Federal Research Center of Nutrition and Biotechnology”.
The potential for AI-based technologies in sports nutrition is extremely diverse: dietary assessment, recognition and tracking of food diversity, predictive modelling of athletic performance and non-communicable diseases, and selection of personalized diets. To ensure sustainable growth in the coverage of digital products and technologies, further directions for their application in sports medicine should be aimed at improving the quality and standardization of data and reducing algorithmic bias.
Assessment of the influence of meteorological and environmental factors on diseases of the circulatory system in the population of the industrial region
Authors: Vykhovanets Yuri G. , Tetyura Sergey M. , Vykhovanets Tatiana A. , Chernyak Alla N. , Gabaraeva Zema G.
Published: February 2025

Introduction. In the context of global climate changes occurring on the planet, an important task is to develop modern methods for modelling and forecasting the complex influence of meteorological and environmental components of the environment on physical health, for the rapid development of measures to prevent diseases of the cardiovascular system in human.
The purpose. Development of an effective method for hygienic assessment of the risk of cardiovascular pathology, which is formed under the influence of the complex effects of meteorological and chemical environmental factors.
Materials and methods. The average annual and seasonal fluctuations of meteorological factors were studied. Bioclimatic indices, the index of pathogenicity of the meteorological situation, and severity of the weather were calculated. Concentrations of chemicals in atmospheric air were assessed, and the influence of meteorological environmental factors on the incidence of cardiovascular pathology in the population living in an industrial region was analyzed.
Results. Based on the conducted studies, an unfavourable combined effect of meteorological components of the environment on thermoregulation processes in residents of an industrial region has been established. The relationship between the average daily wind speed and the seasonal excess of the maximum permissible concentrations of certain substances in the atmospheric air over a number of years has been revealed. The combination of seasonal fluctuations in meteorological factors with increased levels of pollution of the city’s atmospheric air with heavy metals are factors that increase the incidence of cardiovascular pathology in the population.
Research limitations. The studies had no methodological or administrative restrictions.
Conclusions: There has been developed the method for calculating and assessing the risk of cardiovascular pathology, formed under the influence of the complex effects of meteorological and chemical environmental factors.
Clinical and epidemiological aspects of giardiasis in children
Authors: Kravchenko Diana A. , Tarasova Anna V. , Arakelyan Rudolf S. , Maslyaninova Anna E. , Kasatkin Denis N. , Beshtaov Denislam H. , Artsueva Hedi B. , Akhmarov Nurmagomed V. , Akhmedpashaev Gadzi T.
Published: February 2025

The purpose of the study. To study the seroprevalence of Giardia lamblia among the pediatric population in the Astrakhan region in 2019–2022, associated with certain determinants such as age, regional prevalence, the presence or absence of clinical manifestations and risk factors, and analyze the effectiveness and adequacy of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Materials and methods. Over 2019–2022, six thousand eight hundred fifty episodes of parasitic infections were registered in the Astrakhan region, of which 95.1%, or 6,523 cases, accounted for children. Giardiasis accounted for 19.6% (1,240 cases) of all parasitic infections, while children accounted for 82.8% (1,109 cases).
The results of the study. In the Astrakhan region, giardiasis is characterized by the same prevalence in urban and rural areas.
In the majority of cases, patients complained of various clinical symptoms and signs characteristic of this disease (87.2 (967 cases)), on the basis of which giardiasis was suspected and further examination of the child was carried out.
When collecting the epidanamnesis, it was found that 90.4% of children (1002 cases) said that they did not follow personal hygiene well.
In addition, onychophagia (48.6% (539 cases)), geophagia (37.9% (420 cases)), and close contact with animals (including pets) was detected in more than half of all cases — 76.8% or 852 cases.
Research limitations. The limiting factors in the study are the epidemiological maps of children infected with lamblia.
Conclusions. During the study period, giardiasis was more often found among school-age children in the Astrakhan region. The clinical picture was most often dominated by pain in the epigastric region, complaints of decreased appetite and diarrhea. In all cases, giardiasis was diagnosed based on laboratory confirmation of the presence of cysts.
Keynote Statement (2)
Authors: Al-Muftah Hend
Published: February 2025

Excellencies, Distinguished participants, Ladies and gentlemen
It is a great pleasure and honour for me to address this conference, and I thank WASD
team and Professor Allam for the great effort they have exerted to ensure its success.
We, at the Permanent Mission of Qatar in Geneva, are proud to co-sponsor this
event.
I believe that holding this conference in this place, at this time, has a great
significance,
The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development seeks to realize the human rights
of all and to achieve in particular the right to development. There is no other place to
address these issues better than the Palais des Nations in Geneva, and I am glad that
Dr. Tatiana, DG of UN Office in Geneva is participating with us today.
The Sustainable Development Goals are a shared vision for a universal action to
end poverty; achieve equality; realize peace and prosperity; protect the planet and leave
no one behind.
KOMBINASI ACUPRESSURE MASSAGE DAN AROMATERAPI LEMON (CYTRUS) SEBAGAI PENATALAKSANAAN EMESIS GRAVIDARUM PADA IBU HAMIL
Authors: Yuliana Ana , Listyani Tiara Ajeng , Rahmasari Ikrima , Ifalahma Darah , Wargani Rizki Nugraha
Published: February 2025

Kejadian Emesis Gravidarum (mual muntah) pada ibu hamil yaitu 60-80% primigravida dan 40-60% multigravida. Emesis gravidarum bila tidak segera ditangani akan bertambah  menjadi hiperemesis dan dapat  mengakibatkan pertumbuhan janin terganggu, janin mati dalam kandungan dan janin dapat mengalami kelainan kongenital. Penanganan emesis gravidarum secara nonfarmakologi atau terapi komplementer mempunyai kelebihan lebih murah dan tidak mempunyai efek farmakologi. Salah satu terapi yang aman dan bisa diberikan pada ibu hamil yang mengalami mual muntah dengan memberikan aromaterapi lemon dan Acupressure Massage. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui efektifitas kombinasi acupressure massage dan aromaterapi citrus limon terhadap penurunan emesis gravidarum pada ibu hamil. Desain penelitian menggunakan metode experiment dengan one group pretest-posttest design. Variabel bebas adalah kombinasi acupressure massage dan aromaterapi citrus limon, variabel terikat adalah emesis gravidarum. Teknik sampling dalam penelitian adalah teknik purposive sampling, sampel 20 ibu hamil trimester I. Instrument penelitian menggunakan media aromaterapi citrus limon, lembar jadwal tindakan acupressure massage, serta Pregnancy Unique Quantification of Emesis (PUQE-24). Tahapan penelitian terdiri dari 3 tahap yaitu tahap I pretest sebelum diberikan intervensi, tahap II adalah pemberian intervensi kombinasi acupressure massage dan aromaterapi citrus limon, tahap III adalah posttest pasca pemberian intervensi. Analisis data yang digunakan adalah uji t-test. Hasil penelitian rata-rata kejadian emesis gravidarum sebelum diberikan terapi adalah 9.3 (kategori derajat sedang), rata-rata kejadian emesis gravidarum setelah diberikan terapi adalah 5.5 (kategori derajat ringan). Hasil analisis dengan uji t-test nilai p-value < ? yaitu 0,000 < 0,05 yang artinya ada pengaruh pemberian terapi kombinasi aromaterapi lemon (citrus) dan acupressure massage terhadap penurunan emesis gravidarum. Kesimpulan pemberian terapi kombinasi aromaterapi citrus lemon dan acupressure massage efektif menurunkan emesis gravidarum pada ibu hamil.
CARACTERISTICAS CLÍNICAS E EPIDEMIOLOGICAS DA DOENÇA DE HAFF NO AMAZONAS
Authors: Portela de Azevedo Arimatéia , Moraes Arruda Laura , Alves Pinho Denis , Alves de Pinho Alex , Teixeira de Sousa Marinho Daiane , Mazurega De Oliveira Dinelly Kelry , Do Socorro Coelho Vinhorte Antonia , Moraes de Mattos Hercules , Mailon Pereira Barroso Francisco , Silva de Moraes Valéria
Published: February 2025

A doença de Haff é um tipo de rabdomiólise em humanos, caracterizada pelo início súbito e inexplicável de rigidez muscular, associado com uma elevação no nível da enzima creatina quinase (CK) em até 24 horas após o consumo de produtos cozidos de mar ou água doce. Objetivo: Descrever as características clínicas e epidemiológicas da doença de Haff no Amazonas. Metodologia: Trata-se de um levantamento de dados públicos existentes em sites governamentais (boletim epidemiológico-FVS/RCP). Resultados: No ano de 2023, foram 70 casos compatíveis com a Doença de Haff distribuídos em 8 municípios do Amazonas, dos quais 67,6% destes eram residentes do município de Itacoatiara, seguido de 13,2% de Manaus, 7,3% de Parintins, 4,4% de Manacapurú, 2,9% do Careiro Várzea e os demais casos ocorreram em residentes de Silves (1,5%), Nova Olinda do Norte (1,5%), Borba (1,5%). Com relação à zona de residência, 63,2% dos casos eram da zona urbana e 36,8% na zona rural. A maioria (57,6%) eram do sexo masculino. Nos meses de agosto e setembro ocorreu o maior número de notificações. Quanto às espécies de peixes consumidas envolvidas nos casos compatíveis com a doença de Haff, o Tambaqui (Colossoma macropomum) foi o peixe mais ingerido (45,6%), seguido de Pacú (Piaractus mesopotamicus) 41,2%), bem como outras espécies comerciais (11,8%). Considerações: deve haver intensificação das ações de educação e comunicação nesse agravo para fortalecer e promover a educação continuada de profissionais de saúde que atuam no Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS) e na iniciativa privada.
The Effect of Sales Downside Risk on Cost Stickiness
Authors: Hwang Jinsung
Published: February 2025

Understanding the behavior of cost is essential in managing the company. This paper isabout managers’ cost decisions under uncertainty, specifically whether managersunderstand risk on sales and incorporate such risk into cost decisions. Following method ofcalculating earnings downside risk, I constructed a sales expectation model and measuredsales downside risk, and evaluated how managers react to sales downside risk. I find that:(1) under sales downside risk, managers have cost structure with lower fixed costs andhigher variable costs, resulting in less sticky cost behavior; (2) under sales overall risk,managers have cost structure with higher fixed costs and lower variable cost, resulting inmore sticky cost behavior; (3) managers care more about risk on sales than risk on earningswhen they make cost decisions; and (4) high-ability managers better understand such risksthan low-ability managers.
Can S.M.A.R.T Technique Substitute Conventional Restorative Procedure for Permanent Teeth
Authors: Ghiyath Dr. Angham , AL-Hashimi Khalil
Published: February 2025

The S.M.A.R.T (Minimal Intervention Restorative Technique) technique represents a paradigm shiftin modern dentistry, focusing on preserving the maximum amount of natural tooth structure whileminimizing patient discomfort and the need for anesthesia. This technique aims to offer analternative to conventional restorative procedures that often involve extensive drilling andanesthesia. While traditional methods are well-established for their efficacy, particularly in casesinvolving significant tooth decay, the S.M.A.R.T technique has demonstrated promising results forearly-stage decay and preventive treatment.
Prevalence of brucellosis among backache patients: AThi-Qar city study
Authors: Al-Zirkan Kareem
Published: February 2025

This article presents a comprehensive analysis of 476 potential instances of back pain in Thi-Qar City,spanning from February 24, 2020, to March 26, 2023, and following the implementation of physical exams,laboratory tests, and radiographic imaging methods such as X-ray, computed tomography (CT) scan, radionuclidescan and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). A total of 301 persons were recognized as being affected withbrucellosis. Simultaneously, the other 175 patients presented with alternative etiologies for their back pain.Approximately 67% of the patient cohort had acute symptoms, while subacute symptoms were seen in about 23% ofthe patient group. Chronic symptoms were seen in around 10% of the patient group. Drinking unpasteurized milkhas been recognized as the main mode of sickness transmission. The most often seen symptoms of the diseaseincluded fever, excessive sweating, headache, chills, joint pain, muscle pain, and spinal complications such asdiscitis, spondylitis, and spondylodiscitis.