bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Performance of Phenotype Algorithms for the Identification of Opioid-Exposed Infants
Authors: Wiese Andrew D. , Phillippi Julia C. , Muhar Alexandra , Polic Aleksandra , Liu Ge , Loch Sarah F. , Ong Henry H. , Su Wu-Chen , Leech Ashley A. , Reese Thomas , Wei Wei-Qi , Patrick Stephen W.
Published: May 2024

OBJECTIVE

Observational studies examining outcomes among opioid-exposed infants are limited by phenotype algorithms that may under identify opioid-exposed infants without neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome (NOWS). We developed and validated the performance of different phenotype algorithms to identify opioid-exposed infants using electronic health record data.

METHODS

We developed phenotype algorithms for the identification of opioid-exposed infants among a population of birthing person-infant dyads from an academic health care system (2010–2022). We derived phenotype algorithms from combinations of 6 unique indicators of in utero opioid exposure, including those from the infant record (NOWS or opioid-exposure diagnosis, positive toxicology) and birthing person record (opioid use disorder diagnosis, opioid drug exposure record, opioid listed on medication reconciliation, positive toxicology). We determined the positive predictive value (PPV) and 95% confidence interval for each phenotype algorithm using medical record review as the gold standard.

RESULTS

Among 41 047 dyads meeting exclusion criteria, we identified 1558 infants (3.80%) with evidence of at least 1 indicator for opioid exposure and 32 (0.08%) meeting all 6 indicators of the phenotype algorithm. Among the sample of dyads randomly selected for review (n = 600), the PPV for the phenotype requiring only a single indicator was 95.4% (confidence interval: 93.3–96.8) with varying PPVs for the other phenotype algorithms derived from a combination of infant and birthing person indicators (PPV range: 95.4–100.0).

CONCLUSIONS

Opioid-exposed infants can be accurately identified using electronic health record data. Our publicly available phenotype algorithms can be used to conduct research examining outcomes among opioid-exposed infants with and without NOWS.
The Clinical Definition of Children With Medical Complexity: A Modified Delphi Study
Authors: Millar Kyle , Rodd Celia , Rempel Gina , Cohen Eyal , Sibley Kathryn M. , Garland Allan
Published: May 2024

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES

Children with medical complexity (CMC) comprise a subgroup of children with severe chronic diseases. A conceptual definition for CMC has been formulated, but there is no agreement on criteria to fulfill each of the 4 proposed domains: diagnostic conditions, functional limitations, health care use, and family-identified needs. Our objective with this study was to identify a standardized definition of CMC.

METHODS

Through a scoping review of the CMC literature, we identified potential criteria to fulfill each domain. These were incorporated into an electronic survey that was completed by a geographic and professionally varied panel of 81 American and Canadian respondents with expertise in managing CMC (response rate 70%) as part of a 4-iteration Delphi procedure. Respondents were asked to vote for the inclusion of each criterion in the definition, and for those with quantitative components (eg, hospitalization rates), to generate a consensus threshold value for meeting that criterion. The final criteria were analyzed by a committee and collapsed when situations of redundancy arose.

RESULTS

Of 1411 studies considered, 132 informed 55 criteria for the initial survey, which was presented to 81 respondents. Consensus for inclusion was reached on 48 criteria and for exclusion on 1 criterion. The committee collapsed those 48 criteria into 39 final criteria, 1 for diagnostic conditions, 2 for functional limitations, 13 for health care use, and 23 for family needs.

CONCLUSIONS

These results represent the first consensus-based, standardized definition of CMC. Standardized identification is needed to advance understanding of their epidemiology and outcomes, as well as to rigorously study treatment strategies and care models.
Detection of urban and spatial changes in a selected area of Krakow on the basis of photogrammetric data
Authors: Piech Izabela , Szpot Marcin
Published: May 2024

This paper presents the process of detecting urban and spatial changes on the basis of photogrammetric data. The studied object was a fragment of the city of Krakow covering parts of the districts of Bronowice, Krowodrza and Prądnik Biały. The following photogrammetric data were used to perform the research: orthophotomaps of a fragment of the city of Krakow from 2009 and 2021; LIDAR data for the same area from 2017 available on the national geoportal. Based on manual classification done by vectorisation of the orthophotomap in the QGIS programme, the changes in the developed fragment of the city were detected. Meanwhile, based on the classified LIDAR data from aerial scanning, a digital elevation model DEM was generated, which was used to briefly characterise the elevation of the study area. The process of classifying the land cover elements together with an analysis of the urban and spatial changes in the study area is described in this publication.
Legal aspects in determining the spatial extent of the real estate
Authors: Jurkiewicz Magdalena
Published: May 2024

Spatial boundaries of real estate are a very important issue in the context of the discussions on the multidimensional cadastre. The precise determination of the extent of property rights in 3D space is driven by the dynamic development of urban planning, architecture and construction. It is becoming more and more popular to design modern buildings above or below other structures or the ground. The reason for such solutions is often limited land resources, especially in highly urbanised areas.
Currently, Polish law defines in detail the procedures for demarcating property boundaries exclusively on the ground, i.e. in 2D. Both the definitions of the boundaries, the limit points, and the methods of their designation in various modes, which enable the boundaries to be determined according to the legal status, are specified. The rules for determining the extent of ownership and other property rights are currently set out in the Polish legislation in the rank of acts and regulations. They follow the Roman principle of superficies solo cedit, which means that what is on the surface belongs to the land. The intention for the implementation of the 3D cadastre is to move away from this principle. The purpose of this paper is to examine the guidelines concerning the spatial (3D) extent of ownership and other property rights contained in the Polish legislation in force at present. The aim of the publication is to answer the question of whether there are any specific indications of the extent of ownership above and below the ground regulated by special regulations.
NFC technology for precise localization in areas with limited global navigation satellite system signal
Authors: Szewczyk Robert - , Hanus Paweł
Published: May 2024

The emergence of modern technologies and widespread access to the Internet has led to an increase in interest in mapping websites. The data provided by online mapping geoportals is a rich source of information for society. Today, thanks to these geoportals, the location of objects in the field is widely available. This approach makes it possible to locate objects that are not visible in the field, such as underground electrical cables, underground water lines, or property boundaries.
The technology used for object localization is GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System). GNSS technology is based on the transmission of signals from satellites. However, this technology is limited in areas where satellite signals are restricted, such as high-rise buildings in city centers, dense forests, or tunnels. NFC technology is becoming increasingly available thanks to mobile phones that are equipped with NFC tags. This technology is widely used for payments via a mobile phone.
This article presents a method of using the near-field communication (NFC) for easy positioning of infrastructure objects in a given area. This technology is particularly useful in areas with limited GNSS signals, such as urbanized, forested, or mountainous areas.
Inventory of historical polychrome using photogrammetric methods
Authors: Klapa Przemysław , Mitka Bartosz , Żygadło Andrzej , Małek Maciej , Podżorska Aleksandra
Published: May 2024

The inventory of a historic monument is carried out to create documentation that provides information on the up-to-date condition of the object. Preserving its original form and materials requires a minimally invasive approach to data acquisition. The implemented research project included an analysis of the possibilities of using photogrammetric methods in the inventory of wall paintings in the historic wooden Greek-Catholic Church of the Protection of the Holy Mother God in Miękisz Stary (Jarosław County, Podkarpackie Voivodeship). The research object is a wooden church from the 17th century with a three-part layout – sanctuary, nave, gallery – and a wide nave in an almost square plan. Inside, the walls and ceilings are decorated by numerous polychromes. Unmanned aerial vehicles (DJI Phantom 4 Pro) and a photographic camera (Canon EOS 1200D) were used for photogrammetric measurements of the polychromes. The results of the photogrammetric measurements were digital photos, which were used for photogrammetric processing. The photographic work involved generating high-resolution images in the Agisoft Metashape Professional software. A point cloud obtained from terrestrial laser scanning was used to render the geometry in the process of creating orthophotoplans. The results of photogrammetric work are orthophotoplans of polychromes with high resolutions. Two orthophotoplans of wall paintings were generated based on drone photos, while ceiling paintings and one of the walls were generated based on high-resolution photos taken with the Canon EOS 1200D camera. The obtained results demonstrated that measurements made using UAVs and digital photos processed with photogrammetric methods enable a comprehensive inventory of wall paintings for historic objects.
Using GIS to detect spatial inequality in primary schools in Ain Touta
Authors: Akakba Ahmed , Lahmar Belkacem
Published: May 2024

The economic and social changes in Algerian society at the end of the 1980s and the beginning of the 1990s had a radical impact on the urban and regional dynamics and on population growth (besides rural migration) in the regional and urban networks, including cities like Ain Touta, which is considered the most prominent urban agglomeration in the region. Ain Touta was unable to keep up with development challenges, which has led to a deterioration of its education system and other public services. Moreover, the decision-makers of none of these sectors use modern technologies such as geographic information systems (GIS), spatial decision support systems (SDSS), smart cities, and E-government, which would enable them understanding the current issues from a geographical perspective, especially through measuring spatial inequality access to education services.
This paper uses a GIS approach to identify spatial inequality in primary schools and measure the distribution pattern using the nearest neighbour average method, vector distribution, hotspot, and service area analyses. These analyses can be help creating a functional access and disability map to improve the local school map.
The results obtained confirm the basic hypothesis, as it was found that the northern area of the city, which is the area were the immigrant population resides, is the least accessible to educational institutions. In consequence, other parts of the city have to bear the burden of supporting the northern area, and thus themselves become under-resourced.
The hierarchy of land consolidation processes in villages of eastern Poland, as exemplified by the Abramów commune
Authors: Leń Przemysław , Maciąg Klaudia , Słowik Agnieszka , Maciąg Michał
Published: May 2024

The making of strategic decisions concerning directions for the reconstruction of the spatial structure of rural localities necessitates action based upon current and reliable cadastral data, encompassing the present state and requirements of the commune, poviat, or voivodeship under examination. The prerequisite for effective generation of advancement in the agricultural sector, carried out within the framework of sustainable growth, is responsible planning of the executed alterations and precise execution of the established objectives. The documented need for modernising Polish agriculture, primarily involving changes aimed at the comprehensive development of rural regions, implies an increasing need for undertaking several activities regarding the development of a hierarchy for these works. Land consolidation represents one of the principal measures undertaken to optimise agrarian structures and facilitate an environment conducive to sustainable development. The study’s objective was to establish a ranking of the demand for land consolidation works within the villages of the Abramów commune, Lubartów poviat, Lublin voivodeship, by employing established statistical methodologies utilised in this type of investigation. The study encompassed 11 sołectwos within the Abramów commune. According to available records, the commune under analysis covers an area of 8448.58 ha, constituting 6.55% of the Lubartów poviat and 0.34% of the Lublin voivodeship. To better illustrate the need for land consolidation work, an analysis of the selected area in the village of Ciotcza was conducted, focusing on transformations in the spatial structure over a period exceeding 100 years. The studies developed were based on data relating to land and building records obtained from the Poviat Office in Lubartów and demographic data procured from the Abramów Commune Office.
The effect of topographic factors and land use history on grassland biodiversity in the Polish carpathians
Authors: Zarzycki Jan , Korzeniak Joanna , Perzanowska Joanna
Published: May 2024

Semi-natural, extensively managed grassland communities are among the most species-rich plant communities. The species number and floristic composition depend on numerous factors, both natural and associated with human activity, both present and past. In European countries, a system of subsidies for farmers is used to preserve extensive, usually unprofitable management of multi-species grassland communities. The development of specific recommendations requires knowledge of the main factors shaping grassland plant communities. A study was carried out in seven regions of the Polish Western Carpathians, in areas with traditional sheep grazing. Plant species composition (phytosociological relevés) of 517 plots were surveyed in different grassland types. For each plot, topographic parameters, i.e. slope, aspect and altitude, were recorded and land use in the past was read from historical maps. The aim of the study was to a) assess differences in the species composition of grassland vegetation between topographically and historically different regions of the Polish Carpathians, and b) to identify the main factors influencing species composition in each of these regions. Depending on the region, different factors contributed most to explaining the variation in the species composition and species numbers. Topographic factors played a decisive role. The type of past use (arable land or grassland) had little influence on current biodiversity. The results of the study indicate the need for a localised approach to developing principles for protection of grassland biodiversity.
Regression of the layout of parcels after land consolidation
Authors: Gniadek Jacek
Published: May 2024

The results of the research presented in this paper concern the analysis and evaluation of the shape of parcels using the example of a precinct that underwent a land consolidation process in Poland in the 1930s.
The aim of the study was to assess the spatial parameters of the record parcels involved in the cultivation process. The study included the determination of the degree of defectiveness of the present land layout and the estimation of the degree of deterioration of parcel boundaries between the present boundary layout and the boundary layout achieved after the consolidation. It also attempted to answer the following question: can a post-consolidation site from the last century have a land layout that allows for the current level of mechanisation of field work, and to what extent does the gradual fragmentation of parcels over the years reduce the efficiency of agricultural production in their area.
The survey of the shape of the parcels was performed using the ‘Qgis’ software and the ‘SWORG’ Land Configuration Evaluation Support System. Cadastral data was used in the research process.
The evaluation of the land parcel layout in both variants after the consolidation and in the present state was done with a synthetic measure of their layout, the so-called cultivation costs, which depend on the spatial layout of the parcels. The obtained result provided a basis for indicating the defects of the examined arrangement of borders and for determining that the defectiveness of the land parcel layout largely depends on the arrangement of borders designed in the consolidation process and on the degree of changes introduced in the land layout, which in the examined case was estimated at several percentage points.
Nowa Huta – between the countryside and the city. Part i: the beginnings of the achievement of a socialist utopia
Authors: Chłosta-Sikorska Agnieszka , Sikorski Szymon
Published: May 2024

The aim of this study is to introduce the phenomenon that is Nowa Huta, which since 1951 has been one of Krakow’s districts, although in 1949 it was planned as a separate city – a symbol of socialist construction in the People’s Republic of Poland. The plans adopted by the communist authorities to rebuild Poland were centred on the development of heavy industry. Hence, it was decided to build a steel and metallurgical plant northeast of Krakow. This decision was met with protests from the inhabitants of the villages being redeveloped, as they were not only forcibly displaced, but received low compensation for the fertile black soil. The first residents of Nowa Huta were people coming from rural areas. They formed a mixture of habits and views with different, sometimes foreign, traditions and customs. This syncretism of customs, culture and education gave rise to tensions which were also exacerbated by separation from family oversight. This created a phenomenon called ‘double background’. In addition to this was the upbringing in the Catholic faith. The people of Nowa Huta demanded the construction of a temple, which did not line up with the plans of those in power to create a God-free city here. This tension escalated in April 1960, when in defence of the cross they clashed with the security forces. In the end, the church was not built, but the cross standing at the intersection of Mayakovsky and Marx streets remained intact. Nowa Huta is a special place also for its unique architecture, and its self-sufficiency – kindergartens, schools, health centres and shops are all within walking distance. It is also distinguished by the greenery of the parks, meadows and trees growing between the blocks.
Influence of Cultivation Temperature on Activity of Proteolitic Enzymes of Bacteria Isolated from the Deep-Water Bottom Sediments of the Black Sea
Authors: Gudzenko O. V. , Shtenikov M. D. , Varbanets L. D. , Ivanytsia V. O.
Published: May 2024

The cultivation temperature was shown to affect elastase, fibrinogenolytic and collagenase activity of the studied strains of Bacillus subtilis 1, Priestia megaterium 55, Bacillus licheniformis 249, isolated from the deep-water bottom sediments of the Black Sea. The enzymes' synthesis dynamics in different strains at different temperatures was different.
Factores asociados a intento de suicidio en adultos de Villavicencio, Colombia
Authors:   Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia, Gómez Scarpetta Ruth Ángela , Bernal Vargas Liliana , Corzo Pérez Paula Ariadna
Published: May 2024

El objetivo de la investigación fue identificar los factores asociados a intento de suicidio en el municipio de Villavicencio, Colombia. Este estudio, con enfoque poblacional y diseño de casos y controles emparejados, contempló como participantes a pacientes voluntarios mayores de edad que estaban siendo atendidos por motivo de intento de suicidio, en el servicio de urgencias de una clínica de salud mental. Los casos se emparejaron con controles: por sexo, edad y nivel educativo, quienes previa entrevista con los investigadores nunca habían tenido intentos de suicidio y que autorizaron su participación mediante firma del consentimiento informado. Para la recolección de datos, se usó encuesta de datos sociodemográficos, el APGAR familiar y de amigos, la escala de cuestionario MINI Entrevista Neuropsiquiátrica Internacional, versión en español versión 5.0.0 del DSM IV y el Cuestionario de formas de afrontamiento. Los resultados se entregaron individualmente por los profesionales de salud mental investigadores del proyecto. La información se analizó a través de análisis de regresión logística condicionada en programa SPSS 25, licenciado por Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia. Fue posible explorar las variaciones de los factores de riesgo e identificar factores protectores para la prevención de conducta suicida, tales como el tener una mascota y mayores ingresos económicos. El comportamiento de los factores de riesgo es similar al de otros estudios, se pudieron identificar factores protectores que permitieran fortalecer los programas de prevención y promoción de la salud mental en el futuro.
The BC Radon Data Repository (BCRDR) and BC Radon Map: Integrating disparate data sources for improved public health communication
Authors: Trieu Jeffrey , Young Cheryl , Nguyen Phuong D. M. , Nicol Anne-Marie , Henderson Sarah B. , McVea David
Published: May 2024

Setting

The potential for exposure to indoor radon varies dramatically across British Columbia (BC) due to varied geology. Individuals may struggle to understand their exposure risk and agencies may struggle to understand the value of population-level programs and policies to mitigate risk.

Intervention

The BC Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC) established the BC Radon Data Repository (BCRDR) to facilitate radon research, public awareness, and action in the province. The BCRDR aggregates indoor radon measurements collected by government agencies, industry professionals and organizations, and research and advocacy groups. Participation was formalized with a data sharing agreement, which outlines how the BCCDC anonymizes and manages the shared data integrated into the BCRDR.

Outcomes

The BCRDR currently holds 38,733 measurements from 18 data contributors. The repository continues to grow with new measurements from existing contributors and the addition of new contributors. A prominent use of the BCRDR was to create the online, interactive BC Radon Map, which includes regional concentration summaries, risk interpretation messaging, and health promotion information. Anonymized BCRDR data are also available for external release upon request.

Implications

The BCCDC leverages existing radon measurement programs to create a large and integrated database with wide geographic coverage. The development and application of the BCRDR informs public health research and action beyond the BCCDC, and the repository can serve as a model for other regional or national initiatives.
Comment: Paper on the progress of pure mathematics "proof of 3x + 1 conjecture"
Authors: Ling Xie
Published: May 2024

The unresolved problem in number theory: the 3x+1 problem, deeply loved by math enthusiasts. I saw a paper titled "Proof of 3x+1 Conjecture" in the Journal of Pure Mathematical Progress (ISSN Print: 2160-0368), and its proof was incorrect.
Tarih öğretmenlerinin perspektifinden sosyal bilgiler eğitiminde tarih öğretimine ilişkin sorunlar
Authors: Kahveci Soner , Aktın Kibar
Published: May 2024

Bu çalışmada tarih öğretmenlerinin perspektifinden liseye yeni başlayan öğrencilerin sınıf içi öğrenme ortamlarında hazır bulunuşluk düzeyinde bilgi ve beceri boyutundaki eksikliklerinin tespit edilmesi ve bu sorunlara Sosyal Bilgiler eğitimi bağlamında çözüm önerileri getirilmesi amaçlanmıştır. Araştırmada nitel araştırma yöntemlerinden fenomenolojik araştırma deseni kullanılmıştır. Araştırmanın çalışma grubunu 23 tarih öğretmeni oluşturmaktadır. Çalışma grubu amaçlı örnekleme yöntemlerinden kolay ulaşılabilir durum örneklemesi ile belirlenmiştir. Veri toplama aracı olarak anket formu kullanılmıştır. Veriler frekans analizi ve içerik analizi yoluyla analiz edilmiştir. Araştırma sonuçlarına göre tarih öğretmenleri, liseye yeni başlayan öğrencilerin temel tarih bilgisi ve kavram bilgisinde eksiklikleri olduğunu, harita okuryazarlığı becerilerini kazanmadıklarını, eleştirel düşünme, araştırma ve politik okuryazarlığı becerilerine büyük ölçüde sahip olmadıklarını; tarihsel düşünme becerileri, zaman ve kronolojiyi algılama, değişim ve sürekliliği algılama, mekânı algılama ve kanıt kullanma becerilerinin yeterli olmadığını belirtmişlerdir. Tarih öğretmenleri, öğrencilerin hazır bulunuşluk düzeyinde karşılaştıkları öğrenme ve becerilere ilişkin sorunların kaynağını motivasyon eksikliği, öğrencilerin okuduklarını anlayamaması, okuma alışkanlığının olmaması, yetersiz çalışma alışkanlığı, sınav odaklı eğitim sistemi, müfredatta tarih konularının eksikliği, ders saati ve ders kitaplarının yetersizliği gibi sorunlarla ilişkilendirmiştir. Öğretmenler sorunların çözümü için öğrencilerde motivasyonun artırılması, Sosyal Bilgiler ders saatlerinin artırılması, ilgili programda tarihle ilgili konuların genişletilmesi, gereksiz konuların çıkarılması, tarihi konuların kronolojik olarak programda yer alması, harita ve görsel öğelerin yer aldığı materyal destekli bir öğretim, gezi, gözlem ve araştırma gibi aktif öğretim yöntem ve teknikleriyle zenginleştirilmiş bir ders olması yönünde öneriler sunmuşlardır. Araştırmada, tarih eğitimine ilişkin sorunların çözümünde anlamlı ve öğrencileri motive edici öğrenmenin önemini bir kez daha anlaşılmıştır. Ayrıca, sınav odaklı eğitim sisteminden uzaklaşmak. Tarih derslerine daha fazla önem vermek. Bu, amaçla tarih derslerinin Sosyal Bilgiler müfredatında daha geniş bir yer bulması veya ayrı bir disiplin olarak sunulması düşünülebilir. Ayrıca aktif öğretim yöntem ve tekniklerinin benimsenmesi ve okul dışı öğrenme ortamlarından faydalanılması tarih öğretiminin daha etkili hale gelmesini sağlayabilir.
Filaggrin genotyping using Taqman SNP genotyping assays v1
Authors: Fawkes Angie , Hafezi Katarzyna , Murphy Lee
Published: May 2024

The FLG gene encodes the filaggrin protein which is essential for epidermal barrier formation and hydration. Mutations in the filaggrin gene are associated with a broad range of skin and allergic diseases. This protocol is used to genotype four mutations (R501X, 2282del4, R2447X and S3247X) within the FLG gene.
Calculating the Cause of Death Association Indicator and the Contributing Cause of Death Association Indicator in Mortality Analysis v1
Authors: Fihel Agnieszka , Janicka Anna
Published: May 2024

The protocol describes the input data and the method used to calculate the Cause of Death Association Indicators and the Contributing Cause of Death Association Indicators in the analysis of mortality. These indicators measure the strength and statistical significance of associations between causes of death jointly reported on death certificates. The protocol applies to the study of COVID-19-related deaths in Central Europe.
709.1 Staining of Dissociated Lung Cells for Cellular Indexing of Transcriptomes and Epitopes by Sequencing (CITE sequencing) v2
Authors: Bandyopadhyay Gautam , Malik Jeffrey , Huyck Heidie , Misra Ravi , not provided John_Ashton , S Pryhuber Gloria
Published: May 2024

This article describes step by step protocol for antibody-staining frozen lung cells for CITE sequencing.
Nuclei Isolation for HMBA FACS v2
Authors: Caceres Lakme
Published: May 2024

This protocol is for purifying nuclei for downstream 10X sequencing.
Influence of Cryogenic Coated Copper Tool Electrode in Electrochemical Micro Machining process of Stainless Steel 316
Authors: T Geethapriyan , Thangaraj Muthuramalingam , Moiduddin Khaja , Zhang Jufan , Iyamperumal Anand Palani , Machnik Ryszard
Published: May 2024

Electrochemical micro-Machining (ECMM) is best suited for machining micro level profiles as it provides several advantages like better precision, less wear and machinability of wide range of materials. Using various levels of process parameters like voltage, electrolyte concentration, frequency and duty cycle, electrochemical micro machining was performed using untreated and cryogenic treated electrodes and its effect on various response parameters while machining Stainless Steel 316 are studied. From results obtained, the cryogenic treated tool electrode had a high MRR,9.8% of lower overcut,11.2 % of lower conicity and 3.8% of higher circularity compared to untreated tool electrode because the treated tool has high electrical conductance, high corrosion resistance and smaller grain size. The optimized values for Cryogenic Treated tool was achieved when applied voltage was 10V, electrolyte concentration was 30 g/L, frequency was 50 Hz and duty cycle was 33%.
Geomedia Perspectives for Multiple Futures in Tourism Development
Authors: Braunerhielm Lotta , Gibson Laila , Bengtsson Linda Ryan
Published: May 2024

This article draws on five participatory action research studies to address how geomedia theory can induce multiple imaginations of the future. Critical future research advocates that societies need to collectively create visions of multiple futures, transcending the single rational (neoliberal) future path. The studies were conducted in collaboration with rural communities and local tourism entrepreneurs who were exploring geomedia technologies to develop destinations. The tourism sector uses geomedia technologies but often depends on commercial platforms that seek upscaling and generalisation, becoming detached from local practices and place-specific settings. By applying critical geomedia studies, we problematised the relationship between people, place, and technology in the present, the past, and the future. Geomedia studies provided a critical lens that provoked future visions beyond preformatted technological infrastructures and media practices. The participants were asked to engage with complex issues such as access, restrictions, equality, authority, and legitimacy in relation to the specific place, bringing forth a multitude of local assets and narratives envisioning alternative geomedia technologies. As a result of this process, participants paid greater attention to local assets, gained a more critical approach towards technology, and dared to use digital solutions in a more visionary manner. We, therefore, argue that researchers need to engage with society to bypass hegemonic geomedia representations. By illustrating how geomedia theory can be utilised within community development, we provide a framework for how collaborative research can more explicitly engage with local actors’ thoughts and imaginings of possible futures.
Mapping Geomedia Studies: Origins, Trajectories, and Future Directions
Authors: Jansson André , Ritter Christian S.
Published: May 2024

This article explores the formation of and future avenues for geomedia studies. Drawing on a citation network analysis, we map the development of the interdisciplinary research terrain from its origins and identify central citation clusters. The term “geomedia” has been used in the humanities and social sciences since at least the early 2010s. Subsequently, geomedia studies have been advanced through an interdisciplinary scholarship from human geography, media and communication studies, and other related research areas, assessing the increasingly complex interplay between media technologies and the production of space. To detect the origins and growth of geomedia studies as an emerging field, we conduct a bibliographic citation and keyword analysis of 57 references from the Web of Science core collection. The generated charts and network graphs reveal that research on geomedia has mainly evolved within media and communication studies. A citation cluster analysis shows how two sub-communities and approaches have emerged, tentatively called “visual geomedia studies” and “urban-sociological geomedia studies.” A keyword cluster analysis reveals how the approaches are entangled with different theoretical perspectives. Given the societal relevance and the growing vitality of present-day geomedia studies, this article discusses the prospects of both approaches.
SOURCES OF INTERNATIONAL COMMERCIAL ARBITRATION: CURRENT TRENDS AND DEVELOPMENT TENDENCIES
Authors:   Yaroslav Mudryi National Law University, Kharkiv, Ukraine, Kravtsov Serhii
Published: May 2024

Various modern approaches to the definition and classification of sources of international commercial arbitration have been studied. The legal nature of international commercial arbitration, which currently exists in the arbitration doctrine, has significant shortcomings and does not reflect today's realities regarding the consideration of foreign economic disputes. After all, the trust and advantages inherent in international commercial arbitration make it as attractive as possible for the parties to foreign economic activity (and not only). Such a tendency to "privatize" the consideration of disputes with a foreign element is not accidental due to the presence of unified international legal acts that are applied to international commercial arbitration. Despite such advantages, the main issue in international commercial arbitration still remains the applicable sources of law. Since the key principle that distinguishes arbitration from national court proceedings is the "autonomy of the will" of the parties, accordingly, the parties determine under which legal norms and in which country they want their dispute to be heard. And in this case, the views of scientists who compare the expediency of applying lex fori or lex arbitri are quite ambiguous. Based on the results of the conducted research, conclusions are made regarding the possible classification of sources of international commercial arbitration and a new approach is proposed to determine the nature of the source of arbitration, considering that arbitration itself cannot exist exclusively in a legal vacuum.
FORMATION OF THE EXTERNAL AUTHORITARIAN COUNTRY`S IMAGE UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF MEDIA
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, Dobrzhanska Olena , Smoliar Polina ,   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
Published: May 2024

The formation of a country's image is a highly relevant topic in the field of social sciences and humanities. A country's positive image is increasingly seen as a crucial strategic resource, providing a competitive advantage on the global stage, enabling the promotion of ideas and concepts, and creating an attractive investment image for the international target audience. This article explores the formation of a term “county image” and the image of an authoritarian country under the influence of the media. It identifies the role of the media in shaping the image of authoritarian countries. The research also systematically investigates the pivotal roles played by media framing, agenda-setting mechanisms, and the cultivation of a collective national identity in either reinforcing or challenging prevailing perceptions of authoritarianism.
The Effects of Musical Sensorimotor Integrative Therapy on a Child with Speech Delay: Case Report
Authors: Laubová J. , Li J. , Kučera M. , Kantor J.
Published: May 2024

Sensorimotor integrative therapy (SMITh) is a Czech therapeutic approach used for the rehabilitation of children with developmental and communication problems. Its potential for children for special needs started to be explored by a series of research studies recently. This is the first case report investigating the effect of a musical modification of SMITh on speech production and development of a boy with speech delay. Data from technological measurements (speech production of the child, parent, and their conversation turns) collected by Language ENvironment Analysis (LENA Digital Language Processor, pre-test and post-test speech therapy examination, self-reported data from parents, and textual analysis of each session’s audio recordings has shown considerable progress of the boy in speech, attention, cooperation, and time perception. The results show potential of SMITh for the intervention in children with speech delay and other communication and developmental problems. Considering the limits of this case study, we recommend further investigation of SMITh and other sensory-based approaches in children with speech delay.
A Questionnaire for the Assessment of Pragmatic Competence in Children Aged 5-8
Authors: Oshchepkova E.S. , Kartushina N.A. , Tarasova K.S.
Published: May 2024

The work aims to test a new questionnaire for parents and educators to assess the pragmatic competence of children from 5 to 8 years old. Parents of 753 children and teachers of 903 children from preschool institutions took part in the testing, filling out the proposed questionnaire online. Subsequently, after the initial analysis, 674 parent questionnaires remained in the work, of which 287 questionnaires were from parents of five-year-old children (130 of them boys), 213 from parents of six-year-old children (108 boys), 131 from parents of seven-year-old children (60 boys) and 43 from parents of eight-year-old children (21 boys). And also 903 questionnaires of preschool teachers (at this stage we did not include a survey of school teachers): 487 children of 5 years old (214 boys), 409 children of 6 years old (206 boys) and 7 children of 7 years old (4 boys). Statistical analysis of the material included: 1) checking for normality of the distribution of answers; 2) analysis for consistency of the entire questionnaire, its scales and individual questions; 3) exploratory factor analysis; 4) confirmatory factor analysis; 5) identifying gender differences for each of the questions using the Mann-Whitney test. The study showed that the pragmatic competence of children includes: 1) understanding of the literal and figurative meaning of statements; 2) mastery of non-verbal means of communication; 3) communication skills: politeness, openness to communication, adequate response to the expectations of the interlocutor; 4) development of verbal creativity in various genres, including fantasy. The results of the analysis showed that girls’ pragmatic competence at the age of 5-8 years was better developed than boys, however, in general, in normatively developing children by the age of 5, the main aspects of pragmatic competence have already been developed, and in the future may deteriorate, but understanding the figurative meaning of statements continues to develop at school. This questionnaire requires some refinement and testing for test-retest and external validity.
Psychological Support for Individuals Experiencing Acute Trauma (Based on Experience Working with Victims of a Terrorist Attack at Crocus City Hall)
Authors: Vachkov I. , Viryasova E.I. , Melenteva O.S. , Panfilova M.A.
Published: May 2024

The paper presents a description of methods and techniques for providing psychological assistance to people in the acute stage of trauma, using specific cases of psychological counseling of clients in the days following a terrorist attack at Crocus City Hall as an example. The main research objectives were to identify characteristic signs of acute trauma and propose possible ways to provide psychological support for adults, children, and adolescents. The article analyzes domestic and international literature on the psychological consequences of terrorist attacks, considering the main mental disorders and symptoms associated with the trauma of being a witness, as well as methods and techniques for working with individuals who have experienced mental trauma. Five specific cases of people seeking psychological help are described in the article. Based on personal experience, the authors suggest a possible algorithm for dealing with trauma in witnesses and describe some effective techniques: eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), breathing exercises, and imagotherapeutic techniques using a metaphor (“Resource (safe) place”, as well as techniques aimed at muscle relaxation and self-regulation.
History and prospects for the development of special psychology: on the 100th anniversary of the birth of V.I. Lubovsky
Authors: Artemova E.E. , Basilova T.A. , Kurtanova Yu.E. , Meshkova T.A. , Shcherbakova A.M.
Published: May 2024

The article presents a historical overview of the formation of special psychology as a special direction of psychological science, in which Vladimir I. Lubovsky played a key role. V.I. Lubovsky headed for a long time at the Research Institute of Defectology and became the organizer and first head of the Department of Special Psychology at Moscow State University of Psychology and Education. The article describes the stages of development of the department, changes in the teaching staff, changes in various educational programs and areas implemented as part of the training of specialists for psychological and pedagogical support of children with developmental disorders. The Faculty of Clinical and Special Psychology of Moscow State University of Psychology and Education continues to develop, preserving the traditions laid down by V.I. Lubovsky. The article examines the current state of special psychology and its prospects, notes current problems of special psychology, once formulated by V.I. Lubovsky: the development of early special psychological services, the study of the possibilities and conditions for the integration of children with developmental disabilities into educational institutions, the development of a unified approach to the use terminology. All the identified problems are of current importance to this day; they are being reviewed in the context of the development of inclusive education in our country.
Devotion to Clinical Psychology. To the anniversary of Irina Fedorovna Roshchina
Authors: Zvereva N.V.
Published: May 2024

The work is dedicated to the anniversary of the renowned Russian neuropsychologist, I.F. Roshchina, who celebrated her anniversary in January 2024. The article highlights the main milestones in her biography and identifies her main areas of scientific interest, including: the study of normal and pathological aging, the methodology and diagnostic tools of clinical psychology, the theoretical and methodological issues of medical (clinical) psychology, as well as issues related to the training and education of young professionals and the preservation of the traditions of the Moscow School of Clinical Psychology. A brief review of her recent publications reflects I.F. Roshchina's long-standing work as a researcher, teacher, and practitioner. The staff of the Department of Neuro- and Patho-psychology of Development at MSUPE cordially congratulates Irina Fedorovna on her anniversary, wishing her good health, worthy students, and success in the development of neuro-herontology and clinical psychology.
Analysis of the genetic structure of populations of the terrestrial mollusk Caucasotachea vindobonensis (Helicidae) in conditions at the eastern border of the range using microsatellite markers
Authors: Snegin Eduard A. , Yusupova Aleksandra Y. , Sychev Anton A. , Snegina Elena A.
Published: May 2024

BACKGROUND: Assessing the genetic structure of populations of rare and vulnerable species provides useful information for developing conservation strategies.
AIM: The aim of the study was to study the genetic structure of Caucasotachea vindobonensis populations in the south of the Central Russian Upland using SSR markers.
MATERIALS AND METHODS: Genetic structure of the populations was studied using eight microsatellite markers, first identified by the authors for the species under study. Fragment analysis of PCR products was carried out on an automatic capillary DNA sequencer Nanophore 05 (Russia). A total of 498 individuals from 24 populations were studied.
RESULTS: A total of 59 alleles were isolated in the eight studied SSR loci, of which 21 (36%) turned out to be private. At the same time, private alleles were found in eleven studied populations, which is 46% of their total number. According to the data obtained, the effective number of alleles (Ae) averaged 1.6 ± 0.06, the Shannon index (I) was 0.45 ± 0.03, and the level of expected heterozygosity (He) was 0.27 ± 0.021. A high level of spatial subdivision of population gene pools was noted (Fst = 0.47 ± 0.08) with a fairly low level of gene flow (Nm = 1.15 ± 0.91). PCA analysis showed that the populations of the central and eastern parts of the south of the Central Russian Upland form a closely related group, different from other populations of the region. Calculation of the effective abundance using the LD method showed that Ne varies in different groups of snails from 0.6 to infinity.
CONCLUSIONS: Populations of C. vindobonensis in the south of the Central Russian Upland live in conditions of significant isolation, as evidenced by the high degree of differentiation of the studied groups. The analysis of principal components based on genetic distances according to Nei and Wright’s F-statistics indicate a pronounced division of populations in the study area into two clusters, which is probably associated with the historical features of landscape formation. Calculation of effective numbers indicates the high viability of the majority of the studied populations. At the same time, some groups of snails are clearly in a depressed state, which is reflected in low levels of genetic diversity and their effective size.
Diabetes Following COVID-19 Infection: Is It Common?
Authors: Meagher Timothy
Published: May 2024

New-onset diabetes mellitus following COVID-19 infection has been frequently reported. This article will review the evidence that supports this observation and provide an opinion about its validity and relevance to insured cohorts.
Mortality Risk of Low BMI in Life Insurance Applicants
Authors: Rigatti Steven J. , Stout Robert
Published: May 2024

Objectives.—This study seeks to quantify the mortality effect of low levels of body mass index (BMI) on life insurance applicants who, based on their laboratory profile and other information, appear to be suitable for life insurance coverage.

Background.—It has been demonstrated that low BMI is associated with higher mortality risk than normal or near-normal BMI.

Methods.—Data were collected from over 4.7 million life insurance applicants with available BMI tested between 1995 and 2021, and vital status was assessed via the Social Security Death Master File. Cox models treating BMI as continuous and as a categorical variable were constructed, controlling for age, and split by sex after excluding those with laboratory or biometric test results, which were far enough outside the normal range to imply elevated mortality.

Results.—Models treating BMI as a continuous variable and allowing an interaction term for age showed that low BMI was strongly associated with mortality at ages 50 and above in both sexes. In the categorical models, only the lowest category of BMI (below the 1st percentile) in men aged 40-60, the lowest 2 categories (below the 5th percentile) in women aged 40-60, and the lowest 3 categories (below the 10th percentile) in those aged 60-80 years, were significantly associated with elevated mortality. No elevated mortality was detected in those under age 40 with low BMI.

Conclusion.—Based on this study, low BMI is associated with elevated mortality in otherwise healthy applicants, but this association is dependent on age.