bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Decoding intentions to purchase organic food products in an emerging economy via artificial neural networks
Authors: Uikey Ashish Ashok , Marak Zericho R. , AlSaleh Dhoha , Baber Ruturaj
Published: January 2025

Purpose. This study investigates the factors influencing consumers’ intentions to purchase organic food products in an emerging economy. It addresses the knowledge gap regarding the slower growth of the organic food market in these regions despite the global trend toward environmental sustainability.
Methodology / approach. A survey approach involving 350 participants was used. Structural equation modeling (SEM) with SmartPLS 4 and Artificial Neural Network (ANN) with IBM SPSS 28 were used to analyse the impact of awareness of need, personal norms, environmental concern, and health consciousness on the intention to purchase organic food products.
Results. The study found significant positive influences of awareness of need, personal norms, environmental concern, and health consciousness on the intention to purchase organic food products, explaining 63.1 % of the variance. Both the analysis approaches (PLS-SEM & ANN) revealed that, health consciousness, followed by awareness of need, emerged as the most important factor related to the intention to purchase organic food products. The results highlight the importance of awareness and personal values in driving pro-environmental behaviour.
Originality / scientific novelty. This research offers essential insights into the determinants of organic food purchase intentions in an emerging economy. It emphasises the significance of awareness and personal values in fostering sustainable consumption behaviour, addressing a less explored area in existing literature.
Practical value / implications. The findings have important implications for policymakers and marketers. Strategies focused on consumer education about the benefits of organic food can enhance awareness and appeal. Understanding core psychological needs and beliefs that shape consumer motivations can guide the development of effective marketing strategies. The study highlights the strong environmental consciousness among consumers and their desire to protect the environment.
Analysis of consumer preferences in sustainable fashion consumption
Authors: Bumin Zeynep , Bumin Mete
Published: January 2025

Purpose. Growing consumer concern about the environmental and ethical impact of their clothing purchases has led to an increased desire for more conscious alternatives, which has stimulated the emergence of a market for products that prioritise sustainability. This study aims to explore the complexities of consumer preferences and choices in sustainable fashion consumption by uncovering the key factors that guide consumers in selecting clothing items through choice-based conjoint analysis. To analyse the consumers’ preferences, seven attributes and attribute levels are determined firstly and then the data for the study are collected by designing a survey through the Conjointly online platform.
Results. Price emerges as the most significant factor, indicating the substantial influence of economic considerations on sustainable clothing consumption choices. Following price, the choice of product material ranks second, reflecting the importance consumers place on material quality and the environmental impact of these materials. Ethical production practices, ranking as the third most important attribute, emphasise the critical role of ethical labor conditions in shaping the decision-making process of consumers. Brand reputation ranks among the third less pivotal considerations, while sustainability certificates do not hold the same decisive power as price, product material, and ethical production practices. Supply chain transparency is the least influential attribute while geographical production location demonstrates a comparatively limited influence on consumer choices.
Scientific novelty. This research is motivated by the growing focus on sustainability in the fashion industry and the need to bridge the gap between consumer preferences and sustainable clothing alternatives. The novelty of this research is provide insights into the factors that influence consumers on choosing sustainable clothing by quantifying the comparative significance of the preferences of customers.
Practical value. This study aspires to contribute a fresh perspective and valuable insights to the field of sustainable fashion. Furthermore, it intends to offer practical recommendations for brands and policymakers as they navigate this ever-evolving landscape. Recognising the determinants of consumers’ intentions to purchase sustainable garments is imperative for fashion brands and policymakers striving to promote sustainable practices and tailor their product offerings to match consumers’ preferences.
Financing sustainable development and the circular economy: essence, sources and bibliometric landscape
Authors: Strapchuk Svitlana , Strapchuk Olena
Published: January 2025

Purpose. The purpose of the article is to determine the latest trends in scientific research in the world and the evolution of theories on the issues of financing sustainable development and the circular economy using multi-level bibliometric analysis, based on the capabilities of modern analytical software, as well as providing recommendations for future research.
Results. The research involves a bibliometric analysis of scientific publications indexed in the Scopus database using the key words “financing sustainable development” and “financing the circular economy”. The built-in toolkit of the scientometric base made it possible to identify the chronological trends of publications by topic, the rating of authors and the countries they represent, types of scientific works, and the share of belonging to the subject area of research. Further work with analytical data using the VOSviewer software makes it possible to isolate clusters by keywords and identify possible strategic vectors of research with clarification of changes in the trends of scientific interests of authors in time intervals.
Scientific novelty. The scientific novelty is in the further development of studies of conceptual shifts in the financing sustainable development and the circular economy, taking into account world trends in economic development, which is based on a bibliographic analysis of publication activity on the subject of the study, which made it possible to create forecasts of world publication activity for the period until 2026 and to form conceptual provisions on the need for financial support for the ideas of sustainable development and circular economy in agricultural enterprises.
Practical value. The results of the study can be used by scientists, representatives of business and government institutions involved in the research of financing sustainable development and circular economy in Ukraine and the world.
Регіональна політика Європейського Союзу в Іспанії
Authors: Kulakovskyi Petro
Published: January 2025

Мета. Основною метою цього дослідження є встановлення результатів проведення регіональної політики або політики згуртування ЄС в Іспанії, визначення її еволюції протягом 1989–2024 рр.
Результати. На основі вивчення нормативних актів та аналізу літератури з предмету дослідження простежено динаміку регіональної політики Брюсселя в Іспанії, яка була скерована на подолання відмінностей між різними територіями, вирівнювання соціальних стандартів громадян євроспільноти, реструктуризацію занепалих індустріальних зон, покращення довкілля, розвиток аграрного сектора. Динаміка політики згуртування демонструє зміщення спрямування коштів ЄС з рівня NUTS 1 (класифікація Євростату) до NUTS 2 і NUTS 3. Іспанія, яка протягом 2000–2006 рр. була найбільшим бенефіціаром регіональної політики Брюсселя, надалі поступилася Польщі, а з 2021 р. – ще й Італії. Ця тенденція свідчить про успішність проведення цієї політики, оскільки вона сприяла вирівнюванню ВВП на особу. Ключовими напрямами розвитку політики згуртування в Іспанії стали конвергенція – сприяння подоланню відставання, регіональна конкурентоздатність – подальша допомога регіонам для їх підтягування до середньоєвропейського показника ВВП на особу, територіальна кооперація, яка компенсувала невигідне територіальне розташування певного регіону. Протягом 2014–2020 рр. найбільшими адресатами регіональної політики Брюсселя стали чотири автономних співтовариства Екстремадура, Канари, Андалусія, Мурсія. За рахунок регіональної конкурентоздатності й територіальної конкуренції найбільшими адресатами стали Канари й Мурсія, але програла Кастилія-Ла-Манча та нечисленні за населенням Мелілья й Сеута.
Наукова новизна. Уперше у вітчизняній літературі простежено еволюцію європейської політики згуртування на прикладі Іспанського Королівства. Показано вплив регіональної політики ЄС на подолання економічної відсталості окремих регіонів цієї держави від середньоєвропейських показників. Доведено, що політика згуртування мала позитивні наслідки для розвитку Іспанії та її автономних співтовариств. Разом із цим, саме ця політика створила ілюзію можливості більшої незалежності від Мадрида, аж до зростання тенденцій сепаратизму, зокрема, в Каталонії.
Практична цінність. Результати дослідження мають значення, насамперед, з огляду на українську перспективу. Хоча обʼєктом регіональної політики ЄС Україна може стати, лише набувши членство в цій організації, вже зараз слід проводити оцінку відмінностей регіонального розвитку, встановлювати невигоди територіального положення окремих регіонів і субрегіонів нашої держави, визначати перспективи структурного переформатування старих індустріальних кластерів. Іспанський досвід у цьому контексті для України є надзвичайно важливим, оскільки держави з урахуванням імовірного хронологічного розриву початку проведення політики згуртування є зіставними за територією, населенням, продуктивними силами та випереджувальним розвитком одних і відставанням інших регіонів.
Вплив цифрових технологій на рівень і якість життя населення в Україні
Authors: Shyian Dmytro , Shyian Nataliia , Sevriukova Yelyzaveta , Rudenko Viktoriia
Published: January 2025

Мета. Мета цього дослідження полягає у визначенні ступеня впливу рівня доступу до мережі Інтернет домогосподарств великих міст і сільських територій на величину їх грошових доходів та споживчих витрат.
Результати. Підкреслено, що нині дедалі більша частка населення формує свої доходи завдяки використанню мережі Інтернет не тільки для пошуку інформації, а й як засобу соціальних комунікацій та додаткового або основного заробітку. Дослідження ґрунтується на гіпотезі, що рівень доступності мережі Інтернет має вплив на рівень доходу та витрат домогосподарств і водночас значною мірою зумовлений ним. Статистичною базою дослідження були дані вибіркового обстеження життя домогосподарств великих міст і сільських територій, наведені Державною службою статистики України у 2021 р. Оцінку впливу фактора доступу до мережі Інтернет зроблено в розрізі домогосподарств, які мешкали на сільських територіях та у великих містах. Установлено, що домогосподарства у великих містах у 2021 р. мали в середньому дохід на 20,2 % більший, ніж на сільських територіях. Статистично доведено, що підключення до мережі Інтернет надає респондентам додаткові можливості для отримання вищих доходів і, відповідно, більших витрат. Найменша різниця в рівні витрат виявилася за статтею витрат на охорону здоров’я, а найбільша вона була за витратами на освіту.
Наукова новизна. Новизна дослідження пов’язана зі статистичним визначенням впливу доступу до мережі Інтернет населення України на сукупність показників, що відображають як рівень доходу, так і рівень витрат населення на сільських територіях та у великих містах.
Практична цінність. Цінність дослідження зумовлена зростаючим впливом цифрових технологій на рівень та якість життя домогосподарств в Україні. Зроблено висновок про те, що держава повинна сприяти підключенню до мережі Інтернет домогосподарств, які з різних причин його не мають. Отримані результати є основою для майбутніх наукових дискусій. Перспективи подальшого дослідження можуть бути пов’язані з оцінкою впливу цифрових технологій на формування рівня оплати праці різних категорій населення на різних територіях.
Конкурентоспроможність аграрних підприємств у контексті виробництва та експорту української пшениці
Authors: Novoselets Artem
Published: January 2025

Мета. Метою дослідження є оцінка конкурентоспроможності аграрних підприємств у контексті виробництва та експорту української пшениці, зокрема аналіз впливу каналів збуту та цін реалізації на економічну ефективність в умовах воєнного стану.
Результати. У статті розкрито динаміку експорту української пшениці до країн ЄС за період 2019–2024 рр. і визначено основних імпортерів. Особливу увагу приділено регіональним особливостям виробництва пшениці в Україні. Установлено, що серед регіонів лідерами за обсягами валового збору пшениці є Одеська та Вінницька області, які демонструють різні підходи до виробництва – інтенсивний та екстенсивний. На основі групування 17494 підприємств України за обсягами валового збору пшениці у 2023 р. установлено пряму залежність між рівнем урожайності та розміром землекористування підприємства, що є свідченням високоінтенсивного способу вирощування пшениці. На прикладі аграрних підприємств Харківської області визначено вплив на економічну ефективність реалізації пшениці середніх цін, каналів збуту та умов зберігання продукції. Установлено величину беззбиткової ціни реалізації пшениці та запропоновано рекомендації для підприємств, що функціонують на різних цінових сегментах.
Наукова новизна. Обґрунтовано взаємозв’язок між виробничими показниками, логістичними змінами через геополітичні обставини та конкурентними перевагами аграрних підприємств на ринку пшениці. Запропоновано підхід до оцінки прибутковості з урахуванням експортної активності та регіональної специфіки виробництва, що дало змогу вперше на рівні сукупності підприємств прифронтового регіону ідентифікувати вплив ціноутворення та каналів збуту на прибутковість реалізації пшениці в умовах тривалого воєнного стану.
Практична цінність. Отримані результати можуть бути використані для розробки стратегій підвищення конкурентоспроможності аграрних підприємств, оптимізації логістичних маршрутів і вдосконалення системи управління виробництвом і збутом пшениці. Зроблено акцент на важливості диверсифікації експортних ринків і використанні інновацій для підвищення врожайності.
IMPLEMENTASI PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING (PBL) PADA PROSES PEMBELAJARAN PAI: STUDI DI SMK PELITA BANGUN REJO
Authors: HIDAYATI ARINI ULFAH , MAULIDIN SYARIF , KHOLIFAH SITI
Published: January 2025

Islamic Religious Education (PAI) at SMK Pelita Bangun Rejo faces challenges in increasing student engagement and ensuring the relevance of the material to real-life situations. This study aims to analyze the implementation of the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model in PAI instruction and its impact on developing students' critical, creative, and analytical thinking skills. The research uses a qualitative approach with a case study design, involving observations of the learning process, interviews with teachers and students, and document analysis. The findings indicate that the implementation of PBL enhances student involvement in learning, encouraging critical thinking and collaboration during group discussions. The integration of information technology, such as projectors and internet access, also supports a deeper understanding of the material. However, challenges such as passive student participation and time constraints still need to be addressed to maximize the effectiveness of the PBL model. The conclusion of this study is that PBL is an effective method for PAI learning at SMK Pelita Bangun Rejo but requires improvements in time management and strategies to ensure more equal student participation. The prospect of further research includes the enhanced use of technology and further adaptation to the Merdeka Curriculum.
ABSTRAKPendidikan Agama Islam (PAI) di SMK Pelita Bangun Rejo menghadapi tantangan dalam meningkatkan keterlibatan aktif siswa dan relevansi materi dengan kehidupan nyata. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis penerapan model Problem-Based Learning (PBL) dalam pembelajaran PAI dan dampaknya terhadap pengembangan keterampilan berpikir kritis, kreatif, dan analitis siswa. Metode yang digunakan adalah pendekatan kualitatif dengan studi kasus, yang melibatkan pengamatan terhadap proses pembelajaran, wawancara dengan guru dan siswa, serta analisis dokumen terkait. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penerapan PBL mampu meningkatkan keterlibatan siswa dalam proses pembelajaran, mendorong mereka untuk berpikir kritis dan bekerja sama dalam diskusi kelompok. Pengintegrasian teknologi informasi, seperti media proyektor dan akses internet, juga mendukung pemahaman siswa terhadap materi dengan lebih mendalam. Namun, beberapa tantangan, seperti partisipasi siswa yang kurang aktif dan keterbatasan waktu, masih perlu diatasi untuk memaksimalkan efektivitas model PBL. Kesimpulan penelitian ini adalah PBL merupakan metode yang efektif dalam pembelajaran PAI di SMK Pelita Bangun Rejo, namun memerlukan perbaikan dalam pengelolaan waktu dan strategi untuk meningkatkan keterlibatan siswa secara merata. Prospek pengembangan penelitian ini mencakup peningkatan penggunaan teknologi dan adaptasi lebih lanjut terhadap Kurikulum Merdeka.
O FACILITADOR DE METODOLOGIAS ATIVAS E PARTICIPATIVAS DE ENSINO-APRENDIZAGEM NA FORMAÇÃO DE GESTORES DA VIGILÂNCIA EM SAÚDE
Authors: Campos Raimundo Sidnei dos Santos
Published: January 2025

Este trabalho trata da facilitação pedagógica em metodologias ativas e participativas do processo ensino-aprendizagem. O objetivo é relatar uma experiência pedagógica vivenciada como facilitador no curso de especialização em Gestão da Vigilância Sanitária. Busca- se refletir sobre os saberes pedagógicos necessários para mediação do processo ensino-aprendizagem nas atividades educacionais desenvolvidas presencialmente, nas comunidades de aprendizagem e na educação à distância. O estudo é do tipo relato de experiência. Os resultados apontaram que o processo pedagógico, concebido como uma espiral construtivista possibilita a demonstração da importância das diferentes etapas educacionais como movimentos articulados e que se retroalimentam. A prática pedagógica, feita de maneira compartilhada e dialógica, partindo do processamento de situações – problemas, elaboração de narrativas e construção de portfólios indicou uma experiência educacional potente na proposição de ações educativas e formativas. Nesta perspectiva, é fundamental que a articulação entre teoria e prática, priorize o enfoque interdisciplinar e multiprofissional. As metodologias ativas que possibilitam a reflexão crítica, a problematização da realidade, o diálogo de saberes e a valorização das experiências tendem a potencializar uma aprendizagem significativa e fecunda.
EDUCAÇÃO AMBIENTAL E A QUESTÃO DOS RESÍDUOS SÓLIDOS: PERCEPÇÃO DOS DISCENTES DO 9º ANO DO ENSINO FUNDAMENTAL II DA ESCOLA MUNICIPAL ANTÔNIO PEREIRA FEITOSA – PORTO DA FOLHA/SE
Authors: Pereira Alessandra Santana , Araújo Maria Inêz Oliveira , Nunes de Jesus Edilma , Santos Emanuela Carla , Feitosa Flavia Regina Sobral , Passos Karla Fabiany Santana
Published: January 2025

O objetivo do artigo foi analisar a percepção dos alunos do 9º Ano do Ensino Fundamental II da Escola Municipal Antônio Pereira Feitosa com relação à geração e descarte de resíduos sólidos, propondo ações que os estimulem à participação ativa e reflexiva a partir de práticas de Educação Ambiental. A metodologia fundamentou-se na pesquisa descritiva, exploratória e de natureza quali-quantitativa. Para tanto, foram analisados a resposta dos questionários aplicados junto aos discentes do 9º ano, observação simples e a realização de duas oficinas de Diagnóstico Rápido Participativo, pela técnica da “árvore de problemas”; e compostagem. As práticas tiveram o intuito de sensibilizar os alunos sobre a importância da separação dos resíduos sólidos e apresentar uma das formas de tratamento. Os resultados indicaram que os estudantes mudaram de percepção em relação ao lixo e puderam relacionar o conhecimento teórico com a prática. Logo, recomenda-se o desenvolvimento de mais ações/práticas de Educação Ambiental na escola investigada. Porém, não apenas restritas à sensibilização, mas sim, que promovam o contato direto com os problemas ambientais vivenciados.
ALÉM DOS OBSTÁCULOS: INCLUSÃO, DEFICIÊNCIA INTELECTUAL E O ATENDIMENTO EDUCACIONAL ESPECIALIZADO – AEE
Authors: Leal Débora Araújo , Lima Claudina Santos de
Published: January 2025

Este trabalho objetiva fazer um panorama histórico da Educação Especial com foco no Atendimento Educacional Especializado – AEE, principalmente dos alunos com deficiência intelectual em uma escola pública da Bahia. Ao longo da história as pessoas com deficiência, passaram por várias fases como: extermínio, segregação, integração, exclusão, e após anos de luta, adentram no processo árduo da inclusão. Apesar de terem direitos garantidos por leis e decretos, na maioria das vezes a teoria e a prática não coadunam no processo inclusivo. Outrora a Educação Especial tinha caráter suplementar ao ensino comum por meio do atendimento educacional especializado realizado em instituições ou classes especiais, fator que contribui para a exclusão dessas pessoas. Com o advento da inclusão, esse atendimento passou a ser ofertado nas escolas regulares, assim como a escolarização dessas pessoas. Foi trabalhado com metodologia da pesquisa qualitativa de cunho bibliográfico e de campo, traçou-se, um panorama da educação especial e inclusão para melhor compreensão do processo inclusivo dos alunos com deficiência seguindo as etapas desenvolvidas na efetivação da temática. Nota-se que a inclusão traz um olhar para a mudança de nossas ações enquanto educador (a), pois precisamos transformar a realidade da escola e trabalharmos com a diferença, a com oportunidade para todos.
LEVANTAMENTO BIBLIOGRÁFICO SOBRE O USO DE PLANTAS MEDICINAIS NO TRATAMENTO DO CÂNCER NO BRASIL E A IMPORTÂNCIA DA ATENÇÃO FARMACÊUTICA NO ACOMPANHAMENTO DO PACIENTE
Authors: Correia Alina dos Santos Calmon , Paixão Juliana Azevedo da , Bandeira Matheus de Jesus
Published: January 2025

O presente artigo tem como objetivo realizar o levantamento das plantas medicinais utilizadas por pacientes oncológicos, com foco na análise das possíveis interações entre essas plantas e os quimioterápicos, além de investigar as reações adversas associadas e a importância do farmacêutico nesse contexto. A pesquisa foi baseada em uma revisão sistemática integrativa, utilizando as bases de dados PubMed, SciELO, Google Acadêmico e ScienceDirect, para identificar publicações relevantes entre 2015 e 2025, com as palavras-chave: herbal and plants, Oncological patients, medicinal plants, Cancer patients. Foram encontradas 21 plantas utilizadas por pacientes, das quais 19 apresentaram alguma atividade antitumoral, embora algumas tenham mostrado níveis de toxicidade. Observou-se que as mulheres com câncer de mama foram as mais propensas a utilizar plantas medicinais, e algumas dessas plantas demonstraram, de fato, ação contra o câncer. Conclui-se que a presença de um farmacêutico na equipe multidisciplinar é essencial para a prevenção de reações adversas, identificação de interações medicamentosas e para o correto manejo no uso dessas plantas durante o tratamento oncológico.
Deployment and evaluation of an NH4+∕ H3O+ reagent ion switching chemical ionization mass spectrometer for the detection of reduced and oxygenated gas-phase organic compounds
Authors: Zang Cort L. , Willis Megan D.
Published: January 2025

Abstract. Reactive organic carbon (ROC) is diverse in its speciation, functionalization, and volatility, with varying implications for ozone production and secondary organic aerosol formation and growth. Chemical ionization mass spectrometry (CIMS) approaches can provide in situ ROC observations, and the CIMS reagent ion controls the detectable ROC species. To expand the range of detectable ROC, we describe a method for switching between the reagent ions NH4+ and H3O+ in a Vocus chemical ionization time-of-flight mass spectrometer (Vocus-CI-ToFMS). We describe optimization of ion–molecule reactor conditions for both reagent ions, at the same temperature, and compare the ability of NH4+ and H3O+ to detect a variety of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and semi-volatile and intermediate-volatility organic compounds (SVOCs and IVOCs), including oxygenates and organic sulfur compounds. Sensitivities are comparable to other similar instruments (up to ∼5 counts s−1 pptv-1), with detection limits on the order of 1–10 s of pptv (1 s integration time). We report a method for characterizing and filtering periods of hysteresis following each reagent ion switch and compare use of reagent ions, persistent ambient ions, and a deuterated internal standard for diagnosing this hysteresis. We deploy NH4+/H3O+ reagent ion switching in a rural pine forest in central Colorado, US, and use our ambient measurements to compare the capabilities of NH4+ and H3O+ in the same instrument, without interferences from variation in instrument and inlet designs. We find that H3O+ optimally detects reduced ROC species with high volatility, while NH4+ improves detection of functionalized ROC compounds, including organic nitrates and oxygenated SVOCs and IVOCs that are readily fragmented by H3O+.
Insights from the compositional evolution of a multi-coloured, zoned tourmaline from the Cruzeiro pegmatite, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Authors: Andreozzi Giovanni B. , Gori Claudia , Skogby Henrik , Hålenius Ulf , Altieri Alessandra , Bosi Ferdinando
Published: January 2025

Abstract. This study compares the compositional evolution of a multi-coloured, zoned tourmaline crystal from the Cruzeiro pegmatite, Brazil, with the compositions of homogeneous tourmaline crystals systematically collected from the outer to the inner zones of the same pegmatite. Four representative fragments of the multi-coloured, zoned tourmaline were thoroughly investigated using single-crystal X-ray diffraction; electron microprobe analysis; and 57Fe Mössbauer, Fourier transform infrared, and optical absorption spectroscopies to obtain the full composition and site occupancies. The fragments are classified, from core to rim, as WO-rich, F-bearing schorl (black inner and outer core) and Fe2+-rich, WOH-bearing fluor-elbaite (blue inner and green outer rim). A negative correlation between F and Fe2+ contents was evidenced, approximated by the equation F = 1 − 0.33Fe2+ (in atoms per formula unit) and consistent with the observed tourmaline evolution from schorl to fluor-elbaite. The evolution trend from core to rim mirrors the compositional variation exhibited by the homogeneous tourmaline crystals collected across the Cruzeiro pegmatite, from the border zone to the intermediate zone. This shows that the chemical variations in a zoned tourmaline, observed at the scale of single crystals, record not only its crystal growth history, but also the chemical evolution of the host pegmatite. Moreover, in uncontaminated granitic pegmatite systems such as that of Cruzeiro, the compositional evolution of tourmaline progresses from schorl to fluor-elbaite, rather than from schorl to elbaite, to reflect co-enrichment in Li and F during fractional crystallization.
Predicting deep-seated landslide displacement on Taiwan's Lushan through the integration of convolutional neural networks and the Age of Exploration-Inspired Optimizer
Authors: Chou Jui-Sheng , Nguyen Hoang-Minh , Phan Huy-Phuong , Wang Kuo-Lung
Published: January 2025

Abstract. Deep-seated landslides have caused substantial damage to both human life and infrastructure in the past. Developing an early warning system for this type of disaster is crucial to reduce its impact on society. This research contributes to developing predictive early warning systems for deep-seated landslide displacement by employing advanced computational models for environmental risk management. The novel framework evaluates machine learning, time series deep learning, and convolutional neural networks (CNNs), identifying the most effective models to be enhanced by the Age of Exploration-Inspired Optimizer (AEIO) algorithm. Our approach demonstrates exceptional forecasting capabilities by utilizing 8 years of comprehensive data – including displacement, groundwater levels, and meteorological information from the Lushan (mountainous) region in Taiwan. The AEIO–MobileNet model precisely predicts imminent deep-seated landslide displacement with a mean absolute percentage error (MAPE) of 2.81 %. These advancements significantly enhance geohazard informatics by providing reliable and efficient tools for landslide risk assessment and management. They help safeguard road networks, construction projects, and infrastructure in vulnerable slope areas.
Persepsi Siswa terhadap Pembelajaran Berbasis Proyek dalam mata pelajaran Kimia : Analisis Kualitatif di SMA RAMU Bogor
Authors: Abdurahman Ayi
Published: January 2025

Penelitian ini mengeksplorasi efektivitas pembelajaran berbasis proyek (PBL) dalam meningkatkan pemahaman konsep kimia di kalangan siswa. Menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dan desain studi kasus. Data dikumpulkan melalui wawancara mendalam, observasi kelas, dan analisis dokumen, yang dianalisis secara tematik. Hasil menunjukkan bahwa siswa memiliki persepsi positif terhadap PBL, terlihat dari keterlibatan aktif dalam diskusi kelompok dan eksperimen. PBL terbukti meningkatkan pemahaman konsep kimia, di mana siswa mampu menjelaskan dan menerapkan konsep dalam konteks nyata. Tiga tema utama yang diidentifikasi adalah: (1) keterlibatan dan motivasi siswa, (2) keterampilan yang dikembangkan, dan (3) hambatan dalam pelaksanaan PBL. Keterlibatan tinggi dan pengembangan keterampilan sosial seperti kolaborasi menjadi faktor kunci keberhasilan PBL. Namun, tantangan seperti kesulitan memahami konsep kompleks dan perbedaan partisipasi di antara siswa juga muncul. Implikasi penelitian menunjukkan perlunya lingkungan belajar yang mendukung untuk meningkatkan motivasi siswa. Rekomendasi untuk guru mencakup pemberian umpan balik konstruktif dan pembagian tugas yang jelas. Penelitian selanjutnya disarankan untuk melibatkan lebih banyak partisipan dan mengeksplorasi faktor eksternal yang mempengaruhi efektivitas PBL. Temuan ini menegaskan bahwa PBL tidak hanya meningkatkan pemahaman akademis, tetapi juga memperkaya pengalaman belajar siswa secara keseluruhan.
Kata Kunci:

Keyword_1. Pembelajaran Berbasis Proyek
Keyword_2. Pemahaman Konsep Kimia
Keyword_3. Keterlibatan Siswa
Detention Camps/ Centers as Haunted Spaces in Behrouz Bocchani’s No Friend But the Mountains
Authors: Naz Aneela
Published: January 2025

This paper examines the political implications of the strategies of ‘hauntology’ committed against Asylum Seekers by Australian officers in Detention centers on Manus Islands in Behrouz Bocchani’s  No Friend But the Mountains result in dehumanization of asylum seekers. My argument is premised on the haunting strategies of Australian state that aim to traumatize the asylum seekers to the extent that they turn out to be unrecognizable bodies.  Drawing on Avery Gordon Theory of Hauntology, Kristeva’s concept of Abjection and Mary Ellen’s concept of Doppelganger, I will discuss the ways in which ‘horrific’ violence inflicted on Asylum seekers in detention centers not only erase their individuality but leave them as dirty and disgusted bodies. This study aims to highlight different aspects of “horror” and ‘abjection” articulated in the text through the vocabulary, incidents and landscape to present an alternative avenue of investigation of dehumanization in detention centers.
Comparison of PD-L1, CTR-1, VEGF, and p53 expression in sensitive and resistant epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC) patients to platinum-based chemotherapy
Authors: Perbowo Primandono , Tjokroprawiro Brahmana A. , Aryati Aryati , Kusumawati Etty H. , Ariani Grace
Published: January 2025

The current standard treatment for ovarian cancer is a combination of cytoreductive surgery and platinum-based chemotherapy; however, many patients develop resistance, leading to a high recurrence rate. The aim of this study was to analyze the expression of PD-L1, CTR-1, VEGF, and p53 in epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC) patients, comparing those sensitive and resistant to platinum-based chemotherapy. A cross-sectional study was conducted among EOC patients who underwent surgery and platinum-based chemotherapy between 2020 and 2023 at Dr. Soetomo General Academic Hospital, Surabaya, Indonesia, with evaluations performed six months post-chemotherapy. The expression of PD-L1, CTR-1, VEGF, and p53 were measured using immunohistochemistry (IHC) and compared between chemotherapy-sensitive and resistant patients. A total of 65 patients were included: 31 resistant and 34 sensitive cases. The results showed higher PD-L1 expression in the resistant group compared to the sensitive group (mean combined positive score (CPS) of 0.46±0.29 vs 0.17±0.09, p<0.001). The CTR-1 expression was lower in the resistant group (immunoreactive score 2.90±1.30) compared to the sensitive group (immunoreactive score 6.82±2.68) with p<0.001. VEGF and p53 expression were also higher in the resistant group (6.68±2.59 vs 2.76±1.10 and 64.68±13.54% vs 30.15±13.06%, respectively) compared to the sensitive group, with both having p<0.001. The study suggests that increased expression of PD-L1, VEGF, and p53 and decreased CTR-1 expression are associated with platinum-based chemotherapy resistance among EOC patients. Therefore, these biomarkers might have the potential for predicting treatment responses and understanding resistance mechanisms.
Desafios na judicialização dos medicamentos no tratamento da artrite reumatóide no contexto brasileiro
Authors: Moura Lisandra Da Silva , Prado Lohan Santos , Vicente Tamiris Mariano da Silva , Silva Rafael Moreira da
Published: January 2025

A judicialização do acesso a medicamentos no tratamento da artrite reumatoide no Brasil traz à tona uma série de questões legais, éticas, políticas, econômicas e sociais. O papel do Estado, a escassez de recursos e os conflitos entre direitos individuais e coletivos são aspectos cruciais desse fenômeno. Esta pesquisa bibliográfica tem como foco investigar os desafios relacionados à judicialização dos medicamentos no tratamento da artrite reumatoide no contexto brasileiro. Para a realização da pesquisa de caráter bibliográfico, utilizou-se bases de dados de publicação de artigos científicos, como Scielo, PubMed, Science Direct e Google Acadêmico. A pesquisa destaca a complexidade da judicialização dos medicamentos no Brasil, revelando os desafios econômicos, legais e sociais envolvidos. Embora a judicialização possa garantir o direito à saúde, ela aumenta os gastos públicos, cria desigualdades no acesso e muitas vezes resulta em decisões sem uma análise adequada de custo-benefício.
Pneumonia bacteriana associada à Covid-19
Authors: Sarmento Jheniffer , Pereira Yasmim De Oliveira Terra , Brandão Marcelo Luiz Lima , Vasconcellos Luiza
Published: January 2025

O estudo analisou a recorrência de coinfecções durante a pandemia do coronavírus (SARS-CoV-2), que apresentou uma taxa de mortalidade entre 66,7% e 100% no Brasil. Investigou-se quais bactérias foram mais relevantes nas coinfecções, suas características, incidência, mortalidade e métodos de diagnóstico. A positividade nas culturas de pacientes internados com Covid-19 foi frequente, afetando o tempo de internação, o uso de ventilação mecânica e as taxas de mortalidade. Comorbidades, especialmente em pacientes do sexo masculino, aumentaram o risco. Os microrganismos mais relevantes foram A. baumannii, S. maltophilia, P. aeruginosa, S. aureus, K. pneumoniae e E. coli, predominantemente gram-negativos e não fermentadores de glicose. A. baumannii mostrou alta resistência, enquanto S. aureus foi 100% sensível a betalactâmicos. Diagnósticos foram feitos por exames laboratoriais, clínicos e de imagem, com destaque para a positividade nas culturas de aspirado traqueal. O estudo ressalta a importância do uso adequado de antibióticos para reduzir a resistência bacteriana.
Saúde mental e a atuação do psicólogo: crianças em esportes de alta performance e seus aspectos psicológicos
Authors: Galeano Olga , Mangea Luiz Fernando , Dallacqua Mateus De Castro
Published: January 2025

A iniciação da criança em esportes de alta performance, coloca a criança em uma situação vulnerável a problemas mentais visto a pressão vivenciada, na busca de resultados. O objetivo geral deste estudo foi investigar quais contribuições o psicólogo pode promover na saúde mental de crianças esportistas que lidam com a alta exigência de desempenho na precoce introdução de esportes de alta performance. Trata-se de uma pesquisa bibliográfica, à qual é realizada a partir de materiais já publicados. O psicólogo do esporte trabalha na criança, a motivação, a autoconfiança, a concentração, o estresse, a ansiedade e a ativação. No âmbito da prevenção, intervenções e a promoção social, de modo, a promover qualidade de vida, evitando adoecimento psíquico, pois na prática de esportes de alta performance, as crianças vivenciam oscilações que resultam em perdas, que muitas vezes não sabem lidar com o alto grau de exigência e competitividade.
Squeeze-and-Excitation networks and attention mechanism in automatic detection of coffee leaf diseases based on images
Authors: Iqbal Muhammad Izza , Avianto Donny
Published: January 2025

This research examines the effectiveness of Squeeze-and-Excitation Networks (SENet) combined with Attention Mechanism for automated detection of coffee leaf diseases. The integration of SENet and Attention Mechanism presents a promising technological opportunity as SENet has proven effective in improving CNN performance by modeling channel interdependencies, while Attention Mechanism enables focused feature extraction on crucial leaf areas - a combination that remains underexplored in coffee leaf disease detection. Using a combination of three datasets: Coffee Leaf Diseases, Disease and Pest in Coffee Leaves, and RoCoLe.Original, comprising 3,177 coffee leaf images divided into four classes (Healthy, Miner, Phoma, and Rust), this study compares the performance of SENet against other deep learning architectures such as InceptionV3, ResNet101V2, and MobileNet. Experiments were conducted with variations in epochs (15 and 30), three data split ratios, and three optimizer types. Results demonstrate that SENet with Attention mechanism performs, achieving a peak accuracy of 96% at 30 epochs with an 80:20 data ratio and RMSprop optimizer. InceptionV3 and MobileNet showed competitive performance with 93% accuracy, while ResNet101V2 achieved 81%. Class-wise analysis reveals SENet's proficiency in detecting various coffee leaf diseases, with F1-scores 91% for all classes.
ASSOCIATION OF MATERNAL AND NEONATAL RISK FACTORS OF NEONATAL SEPSIS- A DESCRIPTIVE STUDY IN A NEONATOLOGY UNIT
Authors: Zahoor Farnaz , Parvaiz Hina
Published: January 2025

OBJECTIVE
To determine the association of maternal and neonatal risk factors of neonatal sepsis with culture-proven sepsis.
MATERIALS AND METHODS
It is a cross-sectional study conducted in Lady Reading Hospital Peshawar Neonatology Department Peshawar KPK. The study duration was 6 months, from 1st September 2022 to 28th February 2023. A sample size of 208 was taken. All the neonates admitted to the NICU with clinical signs and symptoms of sepsis were included in the study and later confirmed by positive blood cultures. The signs and symptoms include neonates with fever, lethargy, reluctance to feed, hypothermia, convulsions, grunting, jaundice, and abdominal distention. All neonates were enrolled in the study after approval of the Institutional Ethical Board. Informed consent was taken from parents.
RESULTS
The highest frequency of presenting complaints was reluctance to feed and lethargy 19.7% of newborns had died because of sepsis. 79.3% of sepsis was seen in preterm. The mean age at admission was(N=208) 4.1 days ±5.1 SD, and the mean weight was 2.96 kg±0.68 SD. The clinical characteristics of neonates with neonatal sepsis 75% were reluctant to feed, 15.9% had convulsions, 26% had severe jaundice, and 73.6% were sedentary. 20.7% had a preterm birth, while 35.6% weighed less than 1.5kg with an APGAR score of less than 7 in 77.4% of neonates. The mean days of treatment in the NICU were 9.0 days ±8.44 SD. Males were predominantly affected, with a frequency of 71.2%, and females 28.8%. Among the different risk factors like crowded family, place of delivery, gestational age at birth, and birth asphyxia, birth asphyxia had a significant relationship with neonatal sepsis.
CONCLUSION
Neonatal sepsis remains the leading cause of neonatal mortality. Our study established that both neonatal and maternal risk factors play a pivotal role in the diagnosis of neonatal sepsis, with a strong impact on maternal antenatal care as well.
KEYWORDS: Neonatal Sepsis, Culture-Proven Sepsis, Neonatology
RISK FACTORS FOR SURGICAL SITE INFECTIONS IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY
Authors: Rehan Muhammad , Talat Nabila , Abdullah Farooq , Mirza Bilal , Ameer Asad
Published: January 2025

OBJECTIVE: To find out the prevalence of surgical site infections (SSI) after laparotomies in the pediatric population and associated factors at Children's Hospital Lahore, Pakistan.
Materials and methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted in the Department of Pediatric Surgery, University of Child Health Sciences Lahore, from February 2021 to January 2022, in which 156 children were admitted to the hospital. Fifty-two participants were separated into three subgroups based on the duration of the operation. SPSS 25 was used to investigate the associations between different variables using Chi-square tests. Data were recorded into a prepared proforma.
RESULTS: Out of 156 patients, 105 (67.3%) were male and 51 (32.7%) were female, with a mean age of 44.85 ±41.3 months. Both elective and emergency abdominal laparotomy patients were included in the study. Among them, 62.2% (97 cases) of surgical procedures were elective, while 37.8 % (59 cases) were emergency procedures. According to the type of the wound, 32.1 % of all surgeries were classified as clean, while 67.9 % were classified as clean-contaminated. Surgical site infection was diagnosed in 16 children, giving an incidence rate of 10.3%.
CONCLUSION: This study revealed that by reducing the average operating time to less than two hours, shortening hospital stays, providing more focused post-operative care for wounds, using drains more selectively, and correcting hemoglobin levels, we can reduce the SSI rate to a more acceptable level.
Key Words: Surgical site infections, Wound infection, Prophylactic antibiotic, Emergency laparotomies, Operative time
LIPID ABNORMALITIES IN PATIENTS WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS AND THEIR CORRELATION WITH HbA1c LEVELS
Authors: Khan Zahidullah , Khan Inamullah , Haroon Mohammad , Badshah Aliena , Wazir Muhammad Zahid , Ullah Irfan
Published: January 2025

OBJECTIVE: To determine the lipid abnormalities in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus and correlate these to HbA1c levels.
MATERIALS AND METHODS:  This cross-sectional study was conducted at the Department of Medicine, Khyber Teaching Hospital Peshawar, for six months (from 1 January 2021 to 30 June 2021). The sample size calculated was 174 using the WHO software for sample size. A non-probability consecutive sampling technique was used for sample collection. All patients of both genders with established diagnoses of type 2 diabetes mellitus or newly diagnosed diabetic population who were over the age of 20 years were included in the study. Patients on lipid-lowering agents with chronic kidney disease, chronic liver disease, or congestive heart failure, pregnant women, and hypothyroid patients were excluded from the study.  Data was analyzed using SPSS version 20.
RESULTS: The mean age of the study sample was 50 ± 10.9 SD years. Eight-five (42.6%) were male and 115 (57.4%) were female. The mean age of males was 51.7 ± 9.8SD years and females was 48.6 ± 11.5SD years. The mean serum total cholesterol (TC) level was 183.7±51.6, the mean triglycerides (TG) level was 236.5±119SD, the mean low-density lipoprotein (LDL) level was 116±44.6SD, and the mean high-density lipoprotein (HDL) level was 38.5±9.2SD. The mean HbA1c level was 8.8±2.1SD. Mean HbA1c in both male and female populations was the same. HbA1c has a non-significant correlation with the gender of the population (P value >0.05)
CONCLUSION: Gender-based differences in lipid levels were not statistically significant. Poorly controlled diabetes was associated with elevated lipid levels, but the differences were not significant. Notably, HbA1c was more closely linked to low BMI. The study found no significant correlations between HbA1c and BMI with lipid levels, while age was weakly correlated with serum cholesterol and LDL-C.
KEYWORDS:  Hyperglycemia, Diabetes mellitus, Dyslipidemia, HbA1c level, lipid Profile, Body mass index
Influences on the Hematopoietic Stem Cell Niche
Authors:   Department of Natural Sciences, University of Alaska Southeast, Juneau, AK 99801, USA., Barth Brian M
Published: January 2025

Hematopoietic Stem Cells (HSCs) are supported by the bone marrow microenvironment to maintain normal production of blood cells. The niche may be considered an ecosystem that support the function of HSCs and other supportive cells.
Distribution of Multi Drug Resistance of Gram-Positive Bacteria among Cancer Patient in Erbil Governorate/Iraq
Authors:   College of Health Sciences, Hawler Medical University, Erbil, Iraq., Ali Fattma A
Published: January 2025

The evolution of cancer therapy and the changing epidemiology of major Gram-positive pathogens mean that ongoing efforts are needed to understand and mitigate the impact of these bacteria in patients with malignancy. The development of novel antibacterial
The Effect of workplace hazards and risk factors on psychological Well-Being - Focusing on the mediating effect of job satisfaction
Authors:   Korea Safety Culture Society, Lee Gyu Duk , Jang Gil Sang , Park Chang Kwon
Published: January 2025

This study used SPSS and AMOS to verify the relationship between workplace hazards and risk factors, job satisfaction, and psychological well-being using the data from the 7th Work Environment Survey conducted by the Korea Occupational Safety and Health Research Institute in 2023. The study verified the relationship and influence between latent variables through factor analysis, validity analysis, and structural equation modeling. The results of the study are as follows. First, workplace hazards and risk factors were found to have a negative effect on psychological well-being. Second, workplace hazards and risk factors were found to have a negative effect on job satisfaction. Third, job satisfaction was found to have a positive effect on psychological well-being. Fourth, job satisfaction was found to have a partial mediating role in the relationship between workplace hazards and risk factors and psychological well-being levels. In summary, workplace hazards and risk factors lower job satisfaction and psychological well-being levels, and job satisfaction plays a mediating role in the relationship between workplace hazards and risk factors and psychological well-being levels. As a result of this study, it is expected that management leadership will make managing workplace hazards and risk factors a top management priority to create a safe workplace. This is because it can not only prevent accidents and reduce loss of life and property, but also transform the company into a virtuous cycle structure where employees can achieve high performance by focusing on their jobs and ultimately create profits. Through this, I hope that our country can also join the OECD advanced group with no fatal accidents.