bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A narrative review on analysing and reporting research conducted using Talking Mats®, an inclusive communication tool
Authors: Hayden Nikita , Bradshaw Jill , Hayward Sarah , Murphy Joan , Boa Sally , Eden Viktoria , Alm Norman , Pampoulou Eliada , Mischo Susanne
Published: September 2024

BACKGROUND:

Talking Mats® is a visual communication tool which can support people to express their views. Talking Mats has been used in research as a more inclusive data collection tool, however, analysing the varied data produced by Talking Mats is challenging, and there is a lack of guidance on how to analyse and report these data.

OBJECTIVE:

We sought to provide an overview of ways in which Talking Mats data have been analysed and reported.

METHODS:

We conducted a narrative review of studies that reported using Talking Mats to collect empirical data, to examine how these studies analysed and reported these data.

RESULTS:

Studies used qualitative analysis techniques, such as: thematic, content, conversation, and framework analysis. Studies also reported clinical and research case studies and observations of non-verbal communication. Quantitative analyses were used less often, and involved transforming qualitative data into quantitative data (e.g., observing symbol placements). Many studies did not describe their methods in sufficient depth.

CONCLUSIONS:

We developed the Talking Mats Reporting Criteria to support researchers and practitioners to describe their Talking Mats protocols. These Reporting Criteria were developed iteratively and collaboratively between Talking Mats experts and members of the Talking Mats Research Network. Researchers and practitioners should describe their analytical approach in further detail and report the Talking Mats Effectiveness Framework of Functional Communication.
Free Will and the Paradox of Predictability
Authors: Syrakos Alexandros
Published: September 2024

In recent literature there has been increased interest in the so-called “paradox of predictability” (PoP) which purportedly shows that a deterministic universe is fundamentally unpredictable, even if its initial state and governing laws are known perfectly. This ostensible conclusion has been used to support compatibilism, the thesis that determinism is compatible with free will: supposedly, the PoP reveals that the nature of determinism is misunderstood and actually allows freedom, hence also free will. The present paper aims to disprove this conclusion and show that the PoP has absolutely no implication concerning the predictability of deterministic systems and the nature of determinism. Its paradoxy arises from a confusion between mental and physical notions in its formulation (the PoP tacitly premises a mental arbiter with respect to whom notions such as prediction and signification have meaning) and disappears once it is expressed in purely physical language. Ultimately, the PoP demonstrates not that prediction is impossible under determinism, but merely the obvious fact that it is impossible to predict while simultaneously acting so as to disprove one’s own prediction. The related issue of the impossibility of self-prediction is also discussed.
Risks of Coronavirus Infectious Disease 19 (SARS-CoV-2) in Companion Animals
Authors: AL-Farwachi Maab Ibrahim , Albadrani Basima Abdulfatah , AL-Obadi Qaes Talb , Daher Hassan Saddam , Iqbal Muhammad Naeem
Published: September 2024

The epidemiological situation of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in humans and animals is continually evolving. Given the probable animal origin of SARS-CoV-2 and the recent case reports in pets, especially cats and dogs, and their close contact with humans, it is critical to comprehend how sensitive SARS-CoV-2 is to humans and vice versa in order to control the coronavirus infectious disease 19 (COVID-19) pandemic. The most susceptible companion animals to contract SARS-CoV-2 infection include cats, ferrets, and hamsters. The virus SARS-CoV-2 that is carried from pets to humans is generally thought to have little to no effect on the viral transmission across the broader community, and there is little evidence of mutations. Thus, there is no requisite for specialized surveillance programmes for SARS-CoV-2 infection in pets; in most cases, testing should only be done on pet owners or veterinarians who interact with these animals. It is recommended to properly dispose of human waste in order to lower the probability of SARS-CoV-2 spreading to animals. Additionally, it is best to avoid contact with pets, particularly if they are ill or deceased. In addition to evaluating animals exhibiting clinical indications, monitoring is advised for household pets.
A Quantitative Analysis of Co-occurrence Matrices in Ecological Systems: Measuring Connectance and Entropy
Authors: Feoli Enrico
Published: September 2024

This study explores the use of co-occurrence matrices to quantify patterns of connectivity in ecological systems. By applying an entropy-based formula to both small-scale matrices and graphs, the analysis investigates how connections between species or system components can be modeled and understood through entropy and negentropy. The study also introduces a method for evaluating connectance using the ratio between observed and maximum negentropy values. Additionally, it compares this method to existing models, including Ricotta and Szeidl’s entropy measure and various graph-theory metrics. The findings demonstrate how these measures reflect system complexity and the interactions between components, offering insights into community structure and species coexistence. Parameters such as Whittaker’s Beta Diversity, evenness of eigenvalues, and nested similarity were examined to evaluate their correlations with connectance and entropy, in view to contribute to a deeper understanding the connections within ecological systems.
The fungal disease: the harassment and downfall of the weakest
Authors: Rodríguez-Tudela J.L. , Alastruey-Izquierdo A.
Published: September 2024

Fungal diseases encompass a wide range of conditions, from superficial skin infections to potentially life-threatening systemic diseases. The burden of severe fungal diseases is considerable, with millions of cases annually and high mortality rates. However, accurate epidemiological information is lacking due to limited surveillance. Their diagnosis and treatment present significant challenges, especially in resource-limited settings. Globally, there is a notable shortage of specialists experienced in fungal diseases. This scarcity contributes to delays in diagnosis and empirical treatment, with the consequences that this entails for the patient.
The integration of artificial intelligence into medical practice promises to improve the diagnosis and management of fungal diseases. However, careful validation and training of algorithms are essential to ensure their effectiveness and equity.
In conclusion, we call on relevant institutions to recognize the need for public funding for a project whose sole aim is to ensure that fungal diseases are incorporated into the realm of equal opportunities and rights, rather than remaining hidden and relegated to elitist institutions where professionals have the knowledge and tools to diagnose and treat them.
Present Challenges in Genomic Medicine
Authors: Ayuso C.
Published: September 2024

Genomic Medicine is the application to clinical practice and research of knowledge about the genetic bases of human health and disease. It began in the 1950s and developed throughout the 21st century, starting with the publication of the sequencing of the Human Genome. Its objective is to obtain more precise and earlier diagnoses, prevent diseases, adapt treatments according to individual genetic information and improve public health programs.
Advances in DNA sequencing and analysis have made it possible, identifying genetic variants associated with diseases and responses to treatments. These have led to practical applications such as risk prediction and treatment personalization.
In 2024, Genomic Medicine has been integrated into routine healthcare and new frontiers such as gene therapy and gene editing are being explored.
Despite the advances, Genomic Medicine faces technical, scientific, ethical-legal, organizational and sustainability challenges.
However, with interdisciplinary collaboration, these challenges can be overcome to improve human health and well-being.
Investigating Psychosocial Causes of the Tendency for Rhinoplasty in Qazvin City, Iran, in 2023: A Descriptive Analytical Study
Authors:   Dental Caries Prevention Research Center, Qazvin University of Medical Sciences, Qazvin, Iran., Emrani Reza , Akhondi Mona ,   Student Research Committee, Qazvin University of Medical Sciences, Qazvin, Iran.
Published: September 2024

Background and Purpose: The demand for rhinoplasty is increasing. Cosmetic surgery is under the influence of psychological variables. This study aimed to evaluate different determinants of the patient’s psychosocial functioning that might affect the outcome of rhinoplasty surgery. Materials and Methods: This case-control research was conducted in Qazvin City, Iran in 2022. A total of 228 people (114 controls and 114 cases) who were matched entered the study. The study tools comprised two questionnaires: One was a researcher-made questionnaire to determine social factors, and the second was a standard international NEO-FFI test to assess personality traits. The findings were analyzed using the t-test and analysis of variance. Results: one hundred fourteen cases and 114 controls participated in the study. Age was a significant factor in deciding on rhinoplasty (P=0.02). Regarding the social factors, the most prevalent factors were improving self-confidence, achieving more beauty, and peer pressure. The psychological part showed that extrovert people have a greater tendency to undergo rhinoplasty (P=0.04). Also, the neuroticism, openness, neuroticism, and agreeableness personality traits were higher in the case group and the conscientiousness in the control group (P=0.04). Conclusion: There is a difference between the psychosocial pattern of volunteers and non-volunteers of rhinoplasty. The psychosocial factors affect the participants’ tendency for cosmetic rhinoplasty. The authors of the article recommend psychological evaluation of cosmetic surgery candidates before the operation.
Data Security in Cloud Computing
Authors: Kumar Kishan Chandra  , Dr. Manisha Kumari Deep
Published: September 2024

This article discusses data security issues in cloud computing. It is the study of data in the cloud and its associated security issues. This article will introduce data protection procedures and global practices to insure that data are protected as much as possible by reducing risks and threats. Keeping data in the cloud has been beneficial for many applications, but it creates risks by exposing data to applications that are already weakly secured. Similarly, if the reliability of the guest process (which may have a vulnerability) is unknown when running on a hypervisor, using cloud computing virtualization can lead to the exposure of dangerous information. The white paper will also provide insights into security information in transit and at rest. Learn all levels based on SaaS (Software as a Service), PaaS (Platform as a Service) and IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service)
A Review of Image Denoising Using Fuzzy and Wiener Filters in the Wavelet Domain
Authors: Geetika Agotra  , Prof. Manish Kumar Singhal
Published: September 2024

This paper focuses on image denoising using fuzzy wavelet domain transforms, reviewing recent advancements in this area. Wavelet transforms have become a powerful tool in image denoising, with one of the most widely used techniques involving thresholding wavelet coefficients. The paper proposes a hybrid denoising method that combines the wavelet transform, median filtering, and nonlinear diffusion. Additionally, a novel fuzzy filter is introduced to reduce additive noise in digital color images. Two distinct image denoising techniques are discussed: the first employs an Asymmetrical Triangular Moving Average Filter (TMAV) with a HAAR wavelet transform, while the second utilizes an Asymmetrical Triangular Median Filter (TMED) with the HAAR wavelet transform.
Pengaruh Kompetensi Sosial Guru Terhadap Proses Pembelajaran: Studi Kualitatif Di Kelas 5 SDN Batukali
Authors: Maulina Anna , Zumrotun Erna
Published: September 2024

Social competence is the ability of teachers to communicate and interact with students during the learning process. This competence is very important so that teachers can be good examples for students, help students develop individuals who are full of empathy, attention, and concern for others. This study aims to assess in detail the influence of social competence possessed by class teachers. This study uses a qualitative approach. The main subjects of the study, namely grade V teachers and supporting objects, namely students. Data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation. Data were analyzed using Miles and Huberman's theory, including data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study showed that the social competence of grade V teachers, including inclusive attitudes, polite communication, adaptability, and communication with the professional community, had a positive effect on the learning process. Teachers who are effective in social competence create a pleasant learning atmosphere, increase comfort, motivation, and student learning achievement. This study concludes the importance of strengthening social competence in improving the quality of the learning process in the classroom.
Otoimmün Hastalıkların Tedavisi İçin Yeni Bir Umut: Piperin
Authors: Işkın Ali Eren , Şimşek Abdurrahman , Budak Ferah
Published: September 2024

Çoğunlukla tropikal ve subtropikal bölgelerde yetiştirilen ve "Piperaceae" familyasında yer alan Piper nigrum, ‘‘Baharatların kralı’’ olarak kabul edilen bir bitkidir. Uzun biberin ve karabiberin acı tadından sorumlu olan ve doğal bir bileşik olarak tanımlanan piperin, P. nigrum’da bulunan bir alkaloiddir. Piperinin, gıda koruyucusu ve bir gıda bileşeni olarak kullanılmasının yanı sıra immünomodülatör, antikanser, antioksidan, nöroprotektif ve antienflamatuvar gibi özellikleri nedeniyle geleneksel tıpta kullanılmaktadır. P. nigrum ve Piper longum gibi doğal ürünlerden elde edilen bileşiklerin nörodejeneratif, kanser, otoimmün ve kronik hastalıkların tedavisinde kullanılması nedeniyle çok sayıda araştırmanın odak noktası haline gelmiştir. Bu derlemedeki amacımız, otoimmün hastalıklarda piperin bileşiğinin terapötik olarak kullanılabilirliğini değerlendirmektir.
0-24 Aylık Bebeği Olan Annelerin Emzirme Tutumları ve Obezite Ön Yargısı ile İlişkisi
Authors: Uncular Gülser , Borlu Arda
Published: September 2024

Bu çalışmada 0-24 aylık bebeği olan annelerin emzirme tutumlarının; Beden Kitle İndeksi (BKİ) değerleri, ağırlık durumları hakkında kendi düşünceleri ve obezite ön yargılarıyla ilişkisini değerlendirmek amaçlanmıştır. Kesitsel, tanımlayıcı tipteki çalışma 0-24 aylık bebeği olan 506 anne ile anket formu aracılığıyla gerçekleştirilmiştir. Çalışmada annelerin tanımlayıcı özellikleri, BKİ değerleri, Emzirme Tutum Değerlendirme Ölçeği (ETDÖ) ve GAMS-27 Obezite Ön Yargı Ölçeği (OÖÖ) kullanılmıştır. Çalışmadan elde edilen veriler IBM SPSS 24.0 istatistik programı ile değerlendirilmiştir. İstatistik testlerde anlamlılık düzeyi p
Protective Effect of Mesenchymal Stem Cells and Melatonin on Testicular Torsion-Induced Infertility
Authors: Neşet Gül , Çil Nazlı , Abban Mete Gülçin
Published: September 2024

We aimed to explore the effects of systemic melatonin and intratesticular Adipose tissue-derived mesenchymal stem cells (AdMSCs) administration on rats with acute unilateral testicular torsion. Rats were randomized into Sham group (S) (n=8), torsion/detorsion group (T/D by torsion of right testis with rotated 720° counter clockwise for 3 h, then detorsion) (n=8), Melatonin group given 25 mg/kg after torsion/detorsion (M) (n=8), Adipose tissue-derived mesenchymal stem cell-treated group after torsion/detorsion (MSC) (n=8), Adipose tissue-derived mesenchymal stem cell-treated group with melatonin after torsion/detorsion (MSC+M) (n=8). We measured MDA, Testosterone, FSH and LH levels, performed histopathological analyses in testicles, and identified SOX, VASA and Caspas-3 reactions immunohistochemically. Testosterone, FSH, LH values did not yield any significant difference between the groups. While the Johnson score in the right testis remained the lowest in T/D, the highest score was noted in the S. The T/D manifested some degenerative seminiferous tubules, abnormal spermatogenesis and maturation arrest. The degenerative appearance monitored in M, MSC and MSC+M groups persisted in some tubules, while markedly reduced degeneration was observed in some other tubules. The highest Caspase-3 expression in T/D, whereas SOX-9 expression remained significantly higher in the treatment groups. Another aspect deserving attention is that MSC were characterized by low VASA expression. Our experimental trial suggests that the torsion-induced degeneration in testicular tissue was ameliorated in all the treatment groups. Although MSC, MSC+M and M administrations decreased the torsion-induced degeneration in the testicular tissue, these treatments did not prove to be superior to each other.
Kronik Kalp Yetmezliği Hastalarında Uyku Yapısının Polisomnografik Verilerle Değerlendirilmesi
Authors: Yaşar Ebru , Sarıdaş Furkan , Yaşar Bilnur , Bican Demir Aylin
Published: September 2024

Kardiyovasküler hastalıklarda uyku ile ilgili bozuklukların önemine dair farkındalık artmaktadır. Uyku bozuklukları kalp yetmezliğinde yaygındır ve uykusuzluk, uyku mimarisinde bozulma, periyodik bacak hareketleri ve periyodik solunumu içerir. Uykuyu başlatma veya sürdürmede zorluk, çok erken uyanma ve tekrar uykuya dalamama ve gün içi uykululuk sıklıkla görülür. Biz çalışmamızda kronik, kompanse ve stabil seyirli kalp yetmezliği hastalarında polisomnografik olarak uyku mimarisi farklılıkları ve bu değişimlerin sol ventrikül sistolik fonksiyonu ile ilişkisinin polisomnografi (PSG) ve transtorasik ekokardiyografi ile ortaya çıkarılması amaçlandı. Transtorasik Ekokardiyografi ile değerlendirilmiş uyku şikayetleri olan 18-75 yaş hastalar dahil dahil edildi. En az dört hafta optimal Kalp Yetmezlik tedavisi alıyor olmak şartı arandı. Kalp kapak hastalıklarına bağlı kronik kalp yetmezliği, kalp nakli için listeleye alınma, yaşamı tehdit eden bilinen hastalıklar, oksijen veya pozitif hava yolu basıncı ile mevcut tedavi alıyor olmak, son 3 ay içinde kararsız anjina pektoris, akut myokard enfarktüsü ve kardiyak cerrahi öyküsü dışlama kriteri olarak belirlendi. Kalp yetmezlikli hastalarda N1 evre yüzdesi, total AHI, total RDI, total RERA, toplam obstrüktif apne sayısı, toplam desaturasyon süresi, total aurosal indeks, NREM evresinde poziyondan bağımsız olarak AHI, RERA ve RDI, REM evresinde poziyondan bağımsız olarak RDI, supin pozisyonda ise AHI kontrol grubuna göre daha yüksekti. Kalp yetmezliği erken evrede bile olsa uyku bozuklukları açısından dikkat edilmesi, uzun vadeli sonuçlar üzerinde muhtemel olumlu etkisi göz önüne alınarak kalp yetmezliği hastalarında uyku ve solunum bozukluklarının zamanında doğru tanımlanması ve tedavisi için önemli bir vurgu yapmakta, ayrıca klinik uyku yönetimi ve tedavisi için belirli bir teorik destek sağlamaktadır.
Primer Sjögren Sendromunda Ekstra-glandüler Bulguların Oto-antikorlarla İlişkisi
Authors: Yıldırım Nurdan , Yardımcı Hasan
Published: September 2024

Primer Sjögren sendromunda (pSS) serumdaki oto-antikorların varlığı hem daha şiddetli glandüler tutulum hem de daha fazla extra-glandüler bulgu prevalansı ile ilişkilendirilmektedir. Bu çalışmanın amacı pSS hastalarındaki extra-glandüler bulguların sıklığının saptanması ve oto-antikorların varlığı ve sayısı ile ilişkisinin belirlenmesidir. Bu retrospektif kesitsel çalışmaya 2018-2023 tarihleri arasında Mersin Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Hastanesi Romatoloji polikliniğinde pSS tanısı ile takip edilmiş olan 209 hasta dahil edildi. Hastaların demografik ve klinik verileri, extra-glandüler bulguları ve serum oto-antikor profili analiz edildi. Hastaların 92’sinde (%44) ekstra-glandüler bulgu mevcuttu. En sık olarak artrit görülürken, bunu interstisyel akciğer hastalığı takip etmekteydi. Erkeklerde ekstra-glandüler tutulum sıklığı kadınlardan daha fazla bulundu (p=0.050). Anti-SSB pozitifliği olanlarda interstisyel akciğer hastalığı (İAH) ve polinöropati (PNP) daha sık saptanmıştır (sırasıyla p=0.002, p=0.050). RF pozitifliği olanlarda ise artrit ve lenfomanın daha sık görüldüğü gözlenmiştir (sırasıyla p=0.031, p=0.011). Tüm oto-antikorları negatif hastalarda extra-glandüler tutulum daha az saptandı (p=0.005). Anti-SSA ve SSB’nin birlikte pozitif olduğu hastalarda İAH ve PNP daha sıktı (p=0.004 ve p=0.043, sırasıyla). pSS’unda hastaların yaklaşık yarısında extra-glandüler bulgular eşlik etmekte olup, otoantikor oluşumu ve bunların birlikte pozitifliği daha fazla sistemik tutuluma neden olmaktadır. Anti-SSB antikor pozitifliği PNP ve İAH gelişimi riski ile ilişkili iken RF pozitifliği ise artrit ve lenfoma riski ile ilişkilidir.
Клинико-эпидемиологический профиль больных туберкулезом легких, находящихся на лечении в референс-центре в бразильской Амазонии
Authors: Moraes Bruna dos Santos Martins , Cavalcante Ricardo de Sousa , Silva Rogério Umbelino da , Silva Paulo Danilo da Silva e , Dias Claudio Alberto Gellis de Mattos , Dendasck Carla Viana , Araújo Maria Helena Mendonça de , Fecury Amanda Alves
Published: September 2024

Туберкулез (ТБ), вызываемый комплексом Mycobacterium Tuberculosis или палочкой Коха, возникает главным образом при вдыхании, когда инфицированный человек чихает, кашляет или разговаривает, а также выделяет капли в воздух. Он имеет две формы проявления: локализующуюся только в паренхиме легких (легочный туберкулез), проявляющуюся в первичной, вторичной и милиарной формах, а также форму, выраженную вне паренхимы легких (внелегочный туберкулез). Целью данной работы было описание клинико-эпидемиологического профиля пациентов с туберкулезом легких, проходивших лечение в пульмонологической амбулатории Справочного центра тропических болезней (CRDT) в штате Амапа, Северный регион Бразилии, в 2021 и 2021 годах. 2022. Было проведено ретроспективное, описательное и количественное поперечное исследование с данными, полученными в пульмонологической амбулатории CRDT в городе Макапа, штат Амапа, принадлежащем бразильской Амазонии. Был проанализирован 141 пациент, 48,9% был диагностирован в 2021 году и 51,1% в 2022 году. Результаты работы стимулируют такие инициативы, как исследования и исследования по усилению стратегий контроля и профилактики туберкулеза в медицинских учреждениях штата Амапа и в сообществах по всей Бразилии и Бразилии. Таким образом, мы сможем лучше контролировать это заболевание, которое до сих пор так распространено в нашей окружающей среде. Существует также необходимость раннего выявления симптоматических респираторных пациентов, своевременной диагностики и лечения для снижения их заболеваемости и смертности.
ПРИВ’ЯЗАНІСТЬ ДО БАТЬКІВ ЯК ЧИННИК ФОРМУВАННЯ РЕЗИЛЬЄНТНОСТІ ПІДЛІТКІВ
Authors: Sychynska M. M.
Published: September 2024

У роботі викладено аналіз результатів дослідження прив’язаності до батьків як чинника формування резильєнтності підлітків. Доведено, що у умовах повномасштабної тривалої війни в Україні підлітки постають вразливою віковою групою, до традиційних суперечливих особливостей формування особистості якої додаються складні умови соціального буття. Підтверджено прикладне значення вивчення змісту та характеру дії батьківсько-дитячих взаємовідносин на формування резильєнтності підлітків як провідної риси їхньої успішної адаптації в умовах складних вітчизняних реалій і тотальної невизначеності соціального буття. Проведене констатувальне дослідження виявило, що найбільші середньостатистичні показники підлітки мають до ровесників, дещо менші – до матерів і найменші – до татів. Домінування прив’язаності до однолітків можна пояснити провідною діяльністю підлітків – довірливим спілкуванням з ровесниками. Цим підтверджується і переважання показників довіри до однолітків як парціального прояву прив’язаності підлітків. Проте найбільша кількість носіїв високого рівня прив’язаності підлітків розповсюджується на матерів, а не на однолітків. Також показники активності спілкування з матір’ю у опитаних підлітків є домінуючими, порівняно з взаємодією з ровесниками. Зафіксовано найвищі показники відчуження підлітків щодо татів, а найнижчі – щодо матерів. Встановлено, що впливовим чинником формування резильєнтності підлітків є їх прив’язаність до обох батьків, причому прив’язаність до матері у опитаних прямо корелює з прив’язаністю до тата, що вказує на важливість сприятливої взаємодії з обома батьками у разі їх наявності. Таким чином доведено, що прив’язаність підлітків до батьків і позитивні батьківсько-дитячі стосунки у родині є впливовим чинником формування резильєнтності як провідної особистісної риси вітчизняних підлітків.
МЕДИЧНИЙ СТАН ПОСТРАЖДАЛИХ ВНАСЛІДОК ВІЙНИ В УКРАЇНІ: ФІЗИЧНЕ ЗДОРОВ’Я, МЕДИЧНІ ПРОБЛЕМИ ТА ЇХНІЙ ВПЛИВ НА ПСИХІЧНЕ ЗДОРОВ’Я
Authors: Клименко І. С.
Published: September 2024

У статті проаналізовано медичний стан постраждалих внаслідок війни в Україні, їх фізичне здоров’я, можливі медичні проблеми та їхній вплив на психічне здоров’я. Проведено аналіз частоти виявлення ПТСР, депресії, тривожних розладів у військовослужбовців ЗСУ, ТрО, військовополонених, осіб з тимчасово окупованих територій та ВПО залежно від поширення хвороб. Також проведено аналіз оцінок загального самопочуття та потреби звернення до лікаря. Здійснено розгляд та узагальнення наукових підходів щодо діагностики та лікування зазначених медичних і психічних проблем. Особлива увага приділяється комплексному підходу, що включає медичну реабілітацію та психологічну підтримку для поліпшення загального стану здоров’я постраждалих. Висвітлено сучасні методи та практики, що застосовуються для надання допомоги цим групам населення, включаючи використання міждисциплінарних команд, які складаються з лікарів, психологів, психотерапевтів та соціальних працівників. Розглянуто перспективи подальших досліджень та розробок у сфері медичної допомоги постраждалим внаслідок війни в Україні, зокрема щодо інтеграції новітніх технологій у процес реабілітації та лікування, а також підвищення рівня обізнаності медичних працівників та населення про ефективні методи підтримки фізичного та психічного здоров’я. Згідно з результатами дослідження, частота виявлення ПТСР серед постраждалих варіюється залежно від наявності різних соматичних захворювань. Зокрема, 67% досліджуваних мали ПТСР, з найвищою частотою серед осіб із захворюваннями нервової системи та органів травлення. Тривожні розлади проявлялися у 10% осіб без соматичних захворювань, причому наявність соматичного захворювання підвищувала ризик розвитку тривожних розладів. Депресія зустрічалася з найменшою частотою серед осіб без соматичних захворювань (3%), але частота значно зростала при наявності захворювань органів травлення (14%), нервової системи (11%) та ендокринної системи (12%). Запропоновано рекомендації щодо вдосконалення системи надання медико-психологічної допомоги, враховуючи специфічні потреби різних категорій постраждалих. Розглянуто перспективи подальших досліджень та розробок у сфері медичної допомоги постраждалим внаслідок війни в Україні.
Factors Models of Scrum Adoption in the Software Development Process: A Systematic Literature Review - Modelos de Factores en la Adopción de Scrum in el Proceso de Desarrollo de Software. Una Revisión Sistemática de la Literatura
Authors: Sihuay Marilyn , Dávila Ramón Abraham , Pessoa Marcelo
Published: September 2024

(Background) The adoption of Agile Software Development (ASD), in particular Scrum, has grown significantly since its introduction in 2001. However, in Lima, many ASDs implementations have been not suitable (uncompleted or inconsistent), thus losing benefits obtainable by this approach and the critical success factors in this context are unknown. (Objective) To analyze factors models used in the evaluation of the adoption of ASDs, as these factors models can contribute to explaining the success or failure of these adoptions. (Method) In this study we used a systematic literature review. (Result) Ten models have been identified; their similarities and differences are presented. (Conclusion) Each model identified consider different factors, however some of them are shared by five of these models, such as team member attributes, engaging customer, customer collaboration, experience and work environment Resumen: (Antecedentes).La adopción del Desarrollo de Software Agile (DSA), en particular Scrum, ha crecido significativamente desde su introducción en 2001. Sin embargo, en Lima, muchas implementaciones de DSA no han sido adecuadas (incompletas o inconsistentes), perdiendo así los beneficios que se pueden obtener con este enfoque y los factores de éxito críticos en este contexto son desconocidos. (Objetivo) Analizar los modelos de factores utilizados en la evaluación de la adopción de ASD, ya que estos modelos de factores pueden contribuir a explicar el éxito o el fracaso de estas adopciones. (Método) En este estudio, utilizamos una revisión sistemática de la literatura. (Resultado) Diez modelos han sido identificados; sus similitudes y diferencias son presentadas. (Conclusión) Cada modelo identificado considera diferentes factores, sin embargo, algunos de ellos son compartidos por cinco de estos modelos, tales como los atributos del miembro del equipo, el compromiso del cliente, la colaboración del cliente, la experiencia y el entorno laboral. Palabras Clave: Modelo de Proceso Software, Adopción de Proceso, Desarrollo de Software Agile, Revisión Sistemática de la Literatura.
Mega Rice (Oryza sativa) Varieties of Bangladesh: A Comprehensive Review of the Breeding History and Production of BR11, BRRI dhan28, and BRRI dhan29
Authors: Das Biswajit
Published: September 2024

Prior to the Green Revolution in the 1960s, rice cultivation in Bangladesh primarily relied on local landraces, which were characterized by low yield potential and undesirable agronomic traits. However, the establishment of the Bangladesh Rice Research Institute (BRRI) in 1970 marked a significant turning point, leading to steady advancements in rice production. To date, BRRI has developed 113 modern rice varieties (MVs), which now occupy 82% of the total rice cultivation area in Bangladesh. Despite this broad development, only a few varieties—BRRI dhan28 and BRRI dhan29 in the Boro season, and BR11 in Transplanted Aman—have achieved the status of mega varieties due to their widespread popularity and high yield potential. BR11, the most popular Transplanted Aman cultivar, produces approximately 6.0 t/ha, while BRRI dhan28 and BRRI dhan29 are the leading Boro rice varieties, especially in irrigated areas and haor regions. Together, these two Boro varieties account for 50% of the total Boro rice area. This review provides a comprehensive overview of these three mega varieties, focusing on their development, breeding history, pedigree, important progenies, favourable alleles, and their current status in Bangladesh's rice production landscape.
EXAMINATION OF STARTUPS INVESTMENTS BY RECEIVING THE MOST INVESTMENT SECTORS: THE CASE OF TURKISH STARTUP ECOSYSTEM
Authors: Altundal Vahdet
Published: September 2024

Startups, which are structures where the concepts of research and development, innovation and technology come together, can be described as innovative initiatives with the ability to grow rapidly and scale. The increase in the number of startups, whose importance and effectiveness are increasing day by day in the economies of developed and developing countries, is very important for the country's economies. For this reason, the support provided to startups by the public, private sector, universities, and non-governmental organizations is increasing day by day in almost every country, in parallel with the importance of startups. In this study, the total investments and investment numbers made in startups in Türkiye over the years were examined specifically for startup sectors, using the document analysis method, which is one of the qualitative research methods, and data obtained from secondary sources. When the data obtained from the study was examined, it was concluded that the sectors where the most startups were founded, and the most investments were made were the sectors with more successful startups and unicorns.
Is there Consistency in Evaluation of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identi-ty/Expression Asylum Seeker Cases?
Authors: Wimark Thomas , Dovenryd Almberg Angelica
Published: September 2024

Sexual orientation and gender identity/expression minorities are persecuted in close to 70 countries in the world. Some of them arrive in other countries seeking refuge. The much-needed research into their experiences and patterns have to date been qualitative in nature rendering generalisations difficult. This is the motivation for the research conducted in this project “Is there consistency in evaluation of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity asylum seeker cases?” led by Thomas Wimark, Department of Human Geography at Uppsala University.
This technical report outlines the methods and approach of the project. It entails the information about the coding procedure and the created variables derived from asylum decisions which form the basis for analysis in the research project. The project was funded by the Swedish Research Council for Health, Working Life and Welfare (FORTE: Forskningsrådet för hälsa, arbetsliv of välfärd), grant number: GD-2021/0028. The project was given ethical approval by the Swedish Ethical Review Authority (Etikprövningsmyndigheten), Dnr 2021-06258-01 and Dnr 2022-04063-02.
Finding the unusual red giant remnants of cataclysmic variable mergers
Authors: Rui Nicholas Z. , Fuller Jim
Published: September 2024

Mergers between helium white dwarfs and main-sequence stars are likely common, producing red giant-like remnants making up roughly a few percent of all low-mass ( ≲2M⊙) red giants. Through detailed modeling, we show that these merger remnants possess distinctive photometric, asteroseismic, and surface abundance signatures through which they may be identified. During hydrogen shell burning, merger remnants reach higher luminosities and possess pulsations which depart from the usual degenerate sequence on the asteroseismic Δν– ΔΠ diagram for red giant branch stars. For sufficiently massive helium white dwarfs, merger remnants undergo especially violent helium flashes which can dredge up a large amount of core material (up to ∼0.1M⊙) into the envelope. Such post-dredge-up remnants are more luminous than normal red clump stars, are surface carbon-, helium-, and possibly lithium-rich, and possess a wider range of asteroseismic g-mode period spacings and mixed-mode couplings. Recent asteroseismically determined low-mass ( ≲0.8M⊙) red clump stars may be core helium-burning remnants of mergers involving lower-mass helium white dwarfs.
Tác động của sự bất định về chính sách kinh tế toàn cầu và rủi ro địa chính trị đến tỷ giá USD/VND: Tiếp cận bằng hồi quy phân vị
Authors: Trần Thị Tuấn Anh , Ngô Thị Tường Nam
Published: September 2024

Bài viết sử dụng số liệu hàng tháng của tỷ giá USD/VND; chỉ số bất định chính sách kinh tế toàn cầu GEPU và chỉ số rủi ro địa chính trị GPR trong giai đoạn từ 1997 đến 2023 để xem xét mối liên hệ giữa các đại lượng này. Kết quả hồi cho thấy có sự tác động GEPU và GPR đến tỷ giá USD/VND. Sự tác động của GEPU đến tỷ giá USD/VND xảy ra ở tất cả các phân vị của tỷ giá nhưng tác động của chỉ số GPR ở Việt Nam đến tỷ giá USD/VND chỉ tìm thấy ở những phân vị cao từ 0,6 đến 0,9. Tỷ giá USD/VND có thể làm tài sản phòng hộ rủi ro trong điều kiện bất định chính sách kinh tế toàn cầu khi thị trường suy giảm và thị trường bình thường; nhưng không thể làm tài sản phòng hộ rủi ro khi thị trường đi lên. Vì vậy, các nhà đầu tư có thể dự đoán sự thay đổi của tỷ giá USD/VND dựa trên chỉ số GEPU và GPR, từ đó sử dụng tỷ giá này như một tài sản phòng hộ rủi ro.
Seasonal changes in the dietary patterns and reproductive aspects of deep-water rose shrimp Parapenaeus longirostris in the central Adriatic Sea
Authors: Zacchetti L , Fanelli E , Donato F , Domenichetti F , Lauteri M , Santojanni A , Martinelli M
Published: September 2024

The deep-water rose shrimp Parapenaeus longirostris is one of the most important commercial species caught by trawl fisheries in the Mediterranean Sea. The species has a warm-water affinity and its landings are increasing in the whole basin. Detailed information on its trophic ecology, niche width and role within demersal food webs is dated or lacking in the Adriatic Sea, the most exploited basin of the Mediterranean. Therefore, to detect seasonal changes in diet and trophic levels, seasonal samplings were conducted in this area from January to December 2021, collecting 400 specimens, and integrating information from both stomach content analysis and stable isotope analyses (SIA). To identify potential links between the biological cycle of the species and fluctuations in energy demand, seasonal changes in fullness, as a proxy of feeding intensity, and gonadosomatic and hepatosomatic indices were assessed. The deep-water rose shrimp is confirmed to be a benthic feeder that predominantly preys on molluscs, crustaceans, fish, echinoderms and polychaetes. According to SIA, P. longirostris is defined as a secondary consumer. Observed seasonal dietary changes precede the reproductive periods, likely due to the need for more energetic prey.
Elasmobranch assemblage structure on protected high-latitude coral reefs of southeast Africa
Authors: Martinez S , Bernard ATF , Speed CW , Mann BQ , Olbers JM , Maggs JQ , Floros C , Meekan MG , Yon A
Published: September 2024

High-latitude coral reefs (HLCRs) are unique ecosystems with diverse biological assemblages, including many low latitude species on their distribution margins. These ecosystems are threatened by fisheries exploitation, habitat destruction and climate change; however, relative to low latitude coral ecosystems, our understanding of their structure and functioning is limited. This is particularly true for sharks and rays. In this study, we used baited remote underwater stereo-video systems to determine the effect of habitat and management on the assemblage structure of elasmobranchs on the HLCRs of southern Africa (26-28°S; iSimangaliso Marine Protected Area [MPA], South Africa, and the adjoining Ponta do Ouro Partial Marine Reserve, Mozambique). We recorded a total of 12 species of shark (142 individuals) and 9 species of ray (40 individuals) over 2 brief time frames (November 2016 and June 2017). All species were tropical with many on the southern limit of their known distributions. Sharks increased in diversity with depth and showed a preference for the reef and mosaic habitats, relative to sand. The occurrence of rays was predominantly influenced by the presence of low relief habitats. These findings highlight the need for MPAs to encompass both sand and reef habitats over broad depth ranges to effectively protect elasmobranch assemblages. We found evidence to support the high average abundance and diversity of sharks and rays within MPAs of South Africa and southern Mozambique. The results highlight the importance of marginal HLCRs, particularly those within MPAs, for the management and conservation of tropical elasmobranch species.
LAW AND ECONOMICS IN THE CONTEXT OF TECHNOLOGICAL REVOLUTIONS
Authors:   Kutafin Moscow State Law University (MSAL), Moscow, Russia, SAMUSHKIN N.D.
Published: September 2024

In this article the author makes an attempt to include into legal discourse some ideas and provisions of representatives of the neo-Schumpeterian direction of political economic thought. In addition, a brief historical and legal analysis of industrial revolutions is given, which served as a material basis for substantiating the synergy of economic and legal thought in terms of studying the problem of the influence of technological revolutions on public life. Based on the results of the study, the author comes to the conclusion that representatives of the neo-Schumpeterian direction pay due attention to the legal regulation of the economy, especially at the stage of transition to a new technological structure, as a result of which the provisions of this scientific school can be used in the future to predict and justify promising directions for the development of state- legal sphere.
LEGAL REGULATION OF ELECTRONIC EVIDENCE IN AFRICAN COUNTRIES
Authors:   Patrice Lumumba Peoples' Friendship University of Russia, Moscow, Russian Federation, RUSAKOVA E.P. ,   Vladivostok State University, Vladivostok, Russian Federation, FALKINA G.YU.
Published: September 2024

The article presents an overview of the legislation of a number of African countries, including Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, Ghana, Qatar in the context of regulation of electronic evidence. Thus, national legislative acts, judicial practice, opinions of authoritative lawyers were considered, on the basis of which characteristic and distinctive features of the institution of electronic evidence were identified, as well as the requirements imposed by procedural legislation on their admissibility in the judicial systems of African countries. General trends in the use of electronic evidence by African courts in resolving civil cases were established. As a result of the study, the authors concluded that the institution of electronic evidence is rapidly developing in the procedural legislation of African countries.
TO THE CONCEPT OF INSURANCE INDEMNITY UNDER MOTOR TPL CONTRACTS
Authors:   Plekhanov Russian University of Economics, Moscow, Russian Federation, DUVANOV N.YU. , PENS E.A.
Published: September 2024

The present study is devoted to the issue of defining the concept of insurance compensation under contracts of compulsory motor third party liability insurance (hereinafter - CMTPL) in the system of related concepts of CMTPL using the formal-legal method of research. The article considers various approaches of insurance organisations to the concept of insurance indemnity in the context of legal relations in the field of CMTPL insurance, as well as examines the practical problems faced by both professional participants of the insurance services market - insurers, and persons who apply to them, whose property, in particular vehicles, has suffered as a result of damage caused to them by the perpetrators of road accidents. The paper analyses both regulatory legal acts in the field of CMTPL insurance and the practice of insurance organisations in carrying out their obligations under CMTPL insurance contracts in terms of insurance indemnities and related concepts: ‘insurance payments', “organisation of vehicle repair”, “insurance amounts”, etc. The paper concludes that it is necessary to establish legally the definition of the concept of insurance indemnity, to include in the content of this concept the organisation or payment for repairs within the insurance sum, and to justify the need to increase the terms of insurance indemnity in the form of repairs under CMTPL insurance contracts from thirty to forty-five days.
FEATURES OF CONDUCTING INFORMATION WARS IN THE XXI CENTURY
Authors:   Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation, Moscow, Russian Federation, ZAGAYNOV M.R.
Published: September 2024

The transformation of the world order has led to a rather serious change in the issues of war and peace in the XXI century. The development of competition between states leads to the search for new tools for implementing policies and their goals on the world stage. Information wars are the use of information and related technologies to gain an advantage over the enemy and are becoming more widespread in the world every year, which undoubtedly indicates the relevance of the topic. In this regard, the author of the study set a goal to identify the main features of waging information wars in the XXI century. New threats and challenges, such as cyber warfare, global terrorism, hybrid conflicts, proxy wars, environmental conflicts and insurgent movements are closely interconnected with information wars. Questions of warfare have long gone beyond simple technological innovations and are rather a rethinking of the ways in which the actors involved interact. The leap in information technology leads to a modification of the means that information wars have. All this undoubtedly speaks to the importance of critically understanding the consequences of these new ways of conducting information wars, especially with regard to their ability to distort the global and political dynamics of the development of international relations.
LABOR VALUES IN THE PERCEPTION OF THE MILLENNIAL GENERATION IN THE CONDITIONS OF DIGITALIZATION
Authors:   Ogarev Mordovian State University, Saransk, Russian Federation, DADAEVA T.M. , YUDIN P.V.
Published: September 2024

The purpose of the article is to explore the perception of work values as a marker of identity by the millennial generation in the context of the global digitalization of society. The millennial generation, being a significant part of the country’s economically active population, demonstrates its understanding of decent work, expressed in work preferences and value orientations, which, in turn, serves to determine the identity of this age group. Digitalization has contributed to the development and diversification of the employment sector by offering alternative forms, which has greatly changed the understanding of decent work. Based on data from a sociological study of formalized interviews among representatives of the millennial generation (n = 300), the key components of work values and their influence on the professional activity of representatives of the generation being studied were identified. The desire of millennials for career growth and professional self-improvement as the main labor value has been established; we can talk about a balance between external and internal labor orientations. It was revealed that an integral part of decent work for them is the presence of an expanded social package, including voluntary health insurance (VHI), and flexible work schedules. Millennials demonstrate high adaptability to changing conditions of the labor market and openness to innovation in organizing the labor process, which is manifested in a preference for remote forms of employment, opportunities for retraining and development. In the future, it is possible to study the attitudes towards work of millennials and centennials from a comparative perspective. The results of the article are of interest to those specializing in the field of sociology of labor and sociology of youth. The sociological research data can be used in the practical organization of labor activities to optimize personnel management and create a corporate culture that meets the needs of the new generation of workers.
FACTORS OF SOCIAL EFFICIENCY OF SMALL AND MEDIUM BUSINESS IN THE CONDITIONS OF TRANSFORMATION OF THE RUSSIAN SOCIETY
Authors:   Business School of Economics and Anti-Crisis Management, Moscow, Russian Federation, KUBIKOVA N.V.
Published: September 2024

The article examines the key internal and external factors affecting the social efficiency of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Russia. The study was conducted in the context of profound changes taking place in Russian society. Internal factors include corporate culture, human resources management and social responsibility, while external factors include government support, interaction with the local community and partnership with non-profit organizations (NPOs). Based on the results of the study, practical recommendations are proposed to improve the social efficiency of small and medium-sized enterprises. In addition, prospects for further research are outlined, including an analysis of sectoral and regional differences, dynamics of changes and international experience.