bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Demokrasi, Kekuatan Politik dan Ukuran Pemerintah Daerah Terhadap Transparansi Pemerintah Daerah Provinsi di Indonesia
Authors: Rahmadanni Sindy Putri Nur , Deviani Deviani
Published: May 2024

Purpose: The study aims to examine and analyze the effect of democracy, political strength and local government size on transparency of provincial local government in Indonesia.
Methodology/Approach: The study used quantitative methods. The secondary data was collected from provincial local government in Indonesia from 2018 to 2020. Transparency of ptovincial was measured using the result of monitoring and evaluation of public information from the Commission of Information for Indonesia (Komisi Informasi Indonesia).
Findings: The study finds that democracy and local government size had a positive effect on transparency of provincial local government in Indonesia and the political strength has no effect on transparency of provincial local government in Indonesia.
Practical and Theoritical Contribution/Originality: This study contributes to add insight and knowledge in the field of accounting, especially in public sector accounting about the factors that influence transparency in the local government.
E-Finance: What Factors Affect Financial Staff's Motivation to Utilize It?
Authors: Alam Muhammad Dimar , Kusumadewi Areta Widya , Fitriyah LH Laila
Published: May 2024

Purpose: The objective of this study is to investigate the factors that influence the intention of financial staff in the SKPDs of Malang City government to adopt e-finance. This study combines elements from the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) found in previous research.
Methodology/approach: The survey method was utilized, with a sample of 155 respondents consisting of auditors employed in the financial department of Malang City's government. Data analysis was conducted using Partial Least Square (PLS) method.
Findings: The study's results indicate that constructs like perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, attitude, subjective norm, and perceived behavioral control have a positive impact on behavioral intention. Additionally, behavioral intention positively correlates with the actual behavior of financial staff using e-finance.
Practical and Theoretical contribution/Originality: The study underscores the significance for e-finance providers and management to consider perceived ease of use, perceived usefulness, attitude, subjective norm, perceived behavioral control, behavioral intention, and the actual behavior of users.
Research Limitation: The researcher acknowledges specific limitations inherent in this study. These constraints pertain to the dissemination of questionnaires to respondents. The researcher encountered restrictions related to regulatory boundaries that define the scope and openness of the research.
Comparação da funcionalidade e limiar de tolerância de dor à pressão no ombro em indivíduos jovens e idosos- estudo observacional transversal
Authors: Piveta Bonturi Larissa , Denise Pereira Zibu Silva Brunna , Alfieri Fábio
Published: May 2024

Introdução: A região do ombro é uma das mais afetadas e no processo de envelhecimento pode haver alteração no limiar de dor e na funcionalidade. Objetivo: comparar a funcionalidade e o limiar de tolerância de dor à pressão na região do ombro entre indivíduos jovens e idosos saudáveis. Metodologia: Foi realizado estudo observacional transversal com 40 indivíduos saudáveis, que não relatassem dores ou incômodos no ombro e que possuíssem negatividade em testes clínicos na região do ombro. Os voluntários responderam ao questionário SPADI (Shoulder Pain and Disability Index) para avaliar a funcionalidade. Para avaliar o limiar de tolerância de dor à pressão, foi realizada a algometria por meio do algômetro analógico WAGNER FORCE DIAL em pontos na região do ombro. A análise dos dados ocorreu por meio de pacote SigmaStat 3.5 e as comparações entre os grupos foram feitas pelo teste t não pareado ou Mann-Whitney com nível de significância de 5%.  Resultados: Idosos apresentaram maior limitação funcional no ombro quando comparado aos jovens, embora não tenha havido diferença significativa. Os jovens apresentaram pontuação de 8,21±11,07 no questionário SPADI e os idosos de 22,34±23,97 pontos. Em relação ao limiar de tolerância de dor a pressão, os jovens apresentaram limiares maiores do que os idosos, contudo, dos 12 pontos, 7 foram estatisticamente superiores. Conclusão: Em indivíduos saudáveis, não houve diferença significativa em relação a funcionalidade do ombro entre jovens e idosos. Em relação ao limiar de tolerância de dor à pressão, jovens possuem o limiar mais alto.
Дархан-Уул аймгийн сурагчдын бие бялдрын өсөлт, биеийн жингийн индекс
Authors: Уранчимэг Шагдар , Хулан Галбадрах
Published: May 2024

The aim of the study is to examine the progress of physical growth and body mass index of children in Darkhan-Uul province relevant socio-economic factors , and the phenomenon of early acceleration. The findings of our research present that children living in apartments, which provide comfortable living condition and environment, are more advanced than their peers who lived in the ger district in their middle and last stages of growth. Social and economic factors, such as housing conditions and the number of family members had feasible impacts on the physical growth. Since the economic transition of the 1990s, the increase in the main indicators of the physical growth and development shows the acceleration phenomenon among the children in Darkhan-Uul province.
A systematic literature review of evidence on psychometric validation and reliability of 9-item shared decision-making questionnaire
Authors: Dhingra Sameer , Narapaka Pavan Kumar , Singh Manisha , Murti Krishna
Published: May 2024

Aim: This study aimed to provide comprehensive information on
translated versions of the SDM-Q-9 questionnaire, which is widely used
to measure patient involvement in shared decision-making, by combining
psychometric validation information. Subject and Methods: We
researched various databases, developer websites, and validated studies
to gather pertinent information on item characteristics, content
validity, and factor analysis. Our evaluation was based on predetermined
cut-off values for item difficulty, discrimination index, Cronbach’s
alpha, KMO, Bartlett’s test of sphericity, and factor extraction and
rotation, CFA range. Results: The final analysis included eight
studies with a total of 2934 participants from various countries and
most participants had adequate literacy and age range was 30-60 years.
Most model versions had a good fit and all studies reported satisfactory
results, except for one study’s discrimination index values. The tool’s
validity was satisfactory. Most of the studies reported convenient
sample was the main limitation, along with recall bias in the final
responses. Conclusion: The SDM-Q-9 tool can be used to measure
patient involvement in shared decision-making in validated
language-respected countries, as proper evaluation procedures reported
satisfactory results in the confirmatory analysis models and reliability
testing.
Questionnaire Validation: A User Guide for Allergy Research
Authors: Carvalho Daniela , Paoletti Giovanni , Ordak Michal , Bona Danilo Di , Canonica Giorgio Walter , Aguiar Pedro
Published: May 2024

Measurement is an essential activity in the field of allergy and due to
the subjective nature of the results that are being measured, it is
increasingly necessary to have valid, reproducible, and reliable
methods. There are some reviews or task forces that present different
methods or techniques to develop a validation study, which may cause
some confusion. With this review, we intend to bring together and
synthesize some of the information found, to help researchers and
clinicians to interpret or understand the varied nomenclature read in
the literature. Before any data collection, a translation of the
questionnaire is needed. Psychometry involves the application of
statistical techniques to test the measurement properties of an
instrument. There are several measures to evaluate an instrument, the
main ones being: classical test theory and modern test theory. Regarding
the classical test theory, the key psychometric characteristics are
scale structure, accuracy (validity), precision (reliability) and
responsiveness. Modern test theory models are techniques to assess the
psychometric characteristics of an instrument, focused on the
dimensionality of the questionnaire. Responsiveness, validity, and
precision are interlinked. Following these steps ensures the development
of validated questionnaires that provide valuable insights into allergy
prevalence, impact, and management.
Disrespect and abuse of women during labor and childbirth in Rwanda: A concurrent mixed-method study
Authors: Mazimpaka Christian , Basonga Emmy , Laban Bikorimana , Muragijimana Egide Freddy , Iradukunda Annonciata , Nyirazinyoye Laetitia , Kanakuze Chris Adrien , Ndibaza Amedee Fidele , Niragire François , Sangwa Yves , Radeny Samson
Published: May 2024

Introduction: Disrespect and abuse during childbirth represents
a pervasive issue worldwide. In Rwanda, however, research in this area
remains scarce. This study evaluated the factors linked to disrespect
and abuse during labor and delivery in two Rwandan district hospitals.
Methods: Employing a mixed method, cross-sectional design, we
studied 280 women giving birth at Kabutare and Kibagabaga hospitals.
Analysis was conducted with SPSS version 22, using the Chi-square test
to identify factors correlated with childbirth-related disrespect and
abuse. Results: Our findings revealed that 27% of women
reported verbal abuse and 27.5% reported abandonment by healthcare
providers, with 12% experiencing physical abuse during childbirth.
Factors increasing the likelihood of experiencing disrespect and abuse
included residing in rural areas [AOR=4.06, 95% CI (1.12, 14.7);
p=0.03], having only primary education [AOR=2.9, 95% CI: 1.10-8.9,
p=0.04], and night-time delivery [AOR=2.23, 95% CI (1.34, 3.03);
p=0.03]. However, having a cesarean delivery [AOR=0.23, 95% CI:
0.09-0.59, p=0.002] or having attended antenatal care [AOR=0.28,
95% CI: 0.13-0.81, p=0.029] significantly reduced the risk of such
experiences. Conclusion: The study uncovers a high incidence of
disrespect and abuse during labor and delivery in Rwanda. The identified
risk factors, namely rural residence, lower education, and night-time
delivery, highlight specific areas requiring targeted intervention. The
results advocate for effective measures to ensure dignified and
equitable maternity care for all women.
Visit planner: A personalized mobile trip design application based on a hybrid recommendation model
Authors: Papadakis Harris , Panagiotakis Costas , Fragopoulou Paraskevi , Chalkiadakis Georgios , Streviniotis Errikos , Ziogas Ioannis-Panagiotis , Koutsmanis Michail , Bariamis Panagiotis
Published: May 2024

The paper presents Visit Planner (ViP), a mobile application prototype that provides a solution to the challenging tourist trip design problem. ViP follows a holistic approach offering personalized recommendations for Points of Interest (POIs) based on preferences either explicitly collected by the application, or inferred by the users? ongoing interaction with the system. ViP proposes to the final user, a trajectory of POIs calculated using an Expectation Maximization method that maximizes user satisfaction taking into consideration a variety of time and spatial constraints for both users and POIs. Additionally, POIs are divided into categories, so that a certain number of POIs from each category to be included in the final itinerary. The application is implemented as a user-interactive system that allows the flexibility for easy content adaptation and facilitates management of content and services by the user. The prototype has been implemented for Android-based smartphones, on an open application environment, using standard communication protocols and open database technology. Currently, it is applied to the city of Agios Nikolaos in Crete, and is available for download from Google play.
Medical record information storage scheme based on blockchain and attribute role-based access control
Authors: Bian Aoao , Han Dezhi , Cui Mingming , Li Dun
Published: May 2024

The integration of the Internet with the healthcare industry has ushered in a transformative revolution in the medical field, where efficient and prompt electronic medical records can save precious resources.However, incomplete or tampered electronic medical records have serious implications on patient. Ensuring the complete, accurate storage of medical record information is an urgent problem that needs to be addressed.Therefore, this paper proposes a blockchain-based solution for secure storage and sharing of medical record information, combining the role-based access control (RBAC) with the attribute-based access control (ABAC). Firstly, by utilizing RBAC and ABAC, dynamic fine-grained access control for medical information is achieved based on role differences. Then, the medical record information is stored in the blockchain through chaincode. In addition, Advanced Encryption Standard and Feature-Aware Stateful Routing technology is applied to further enhance security and storage efficiency of the scheme. Experimental results demonstrate that the proposed solution ensures the security and integrity of medical record, while providing efficient information storage and access.
ECW-EGNet: Exploring Cross-ModalWeighting and edge-guided decoder network for RGB-D salient object detection
Authors: Xia Chenxing , Yang Feng , Duan Songsong , Gao Xiuju , Ge Bin , Li Kuan-Ching , Fang Xianjin , Zhang Yan , Ke Yang
Published: May 2024

Existing RGB-D salient object detection (SOD) techniques concentrate on combining data from multiple modalities (e.g., depth and RGB) and extracting multi-scale data for improved saliency reasoning. However, they frequently perform poorly as a factor of the drawbacks of low-quality depth maps and the lack of correlation between the extracted multi-scale data. In this paper, we propose a Exploring Cross-ModalWeighting and Edge-Guided Decoder Network (ECW-EGNet) for RGB-D SOD, which includes three prominent components. Firstly, we deploy a Cross-Modality Weighting Fusion (CMWF) module that utilizes Channel-Spatial Attention Feature Enhancement (CSAE) mechanism and Depth-Quality Assessment (DQA) mechanism to achieve the cross-modal feature interaction. The former parallels channel attention and spatial attention enhances the features of extracted RGB streams and depth streams while the latter assesses the depth-quality reduces the detrimental influence of the low-quality depth maps during the cross-modal fusion. Then, in order to effectively integrate multi-scale features for high-level and produce salient objects with precise locations, we construct a Bi-directional Scale- Correlation Convolution (BSCC) module in a bi-directional structure. Finally, we construct an Edge-Guided (EG) decoder that uses the edge detection operator to obtain edge masks to guide the enhancement of salient map edge details. The comprehensive experiments on five benchmark RGB-D SOD datasets demonstrate that the proposed ECW-EGNet outperforms 21 state-of-the-art (SOTA) saliency detectors in four widely used evaluation metrics.
Periodontitis and the risk of oral cancer: a meta-analysis of case-control studies
Authors: Ma Yan , Tuerxun Nijiati , Maimaitili Gulibaha
Published: May 2024

Objective: The current studies have yielded inconclusive findings regarding the connection between periodontitis  and oral cancer (OC). Therefore, our goal is to elucidate this relationship.
Materials and methods: We conducted a thorough search of electronic databases (EMBASE, PubMed, Web of Science, and Cochrane Library) up to September 2023. The Newcastle-Ottawa Scale (NOS) was applied to assess study quality. To evaluate potential publication bias, both a funnel plot and Egger’s test were employed. Additionally, a sensitivity analysis was conducted to explore the source of heterogeneity when the I2 statistic exceeded 50%.
Results: This systematic review encompassed 16 studies, involving a total of 6,032 OC patients and 7,432 healthy controls. Our meta-analysis, incorporating data from nine studies, revealed a significant correlation between periodontitis and the risk of OC (OR [odds ratio] = 2.94, 95% CI [confidence interval] (2.13, 4.07); five studies, 6,927 participants; low certainty of evidence). Findings also suggested that individuals with more than 15 missing teeth may have a heightened risk of OC (OR = 1.91, 95% CI (1.01, 3.62)). Furthermore, clinical attachment loss (CAL) and decayed, missing, and filled teeth (DMFT) in OC patients were more pronounced compared to the control group (CAL, SMD = 1.94, 95% CI (0.22, 3.66); DMFT, SMD = 0.65, 95% CI (0.12, 1.18)).
Conclusion: Periodontitis may serve as a potential risk factor for OC. However, caution is warranted in interpreting these findings due to the substantial level of heterogeneity.
Bloqueio Articular do Joelho como Apresentação de Rotura Aguda de Fascículos Meniscopoplíteos num Jogador de Futebol
Authors:   Serviço de Ortopedia do C H de Vila Nova de Gaia-Espinho, EPE., Alves Belmiro , Quesado Miguel ,   Serviço de Ortopedia do C H de Vila Nova de Gaia-Espinho, EPE; TrueClinic, Porto, Novo Bruno ,   Rio Ave Futebol Clube, Vila do Conde, Dias André ,   Rio Ave Futebol Clube, Vila do Conde, Ribeiro Basil ,   Rio Ave Futebol Clube, Vila do Conde
Published: May 2024

Knee joint blockage is a rare event that can occur indirectly and suddenly in athletes. After reduction as soon as possible, immediate objective examination and timely magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) should be considered. Injury to the meniscopopliteal fascicles in the posterior compartment of the knee may not be detected on MRI or on dynamic ultrasound, which is why a high degree of clinical suspicion is required and arthroscopy indicated, initially diagnostic and, if necessary, curative. We present the clinical case of a young footballer who suffered joint blockage during training, whose MRI was negative, who was subsequently subjected to arthroscopy, which was diagnostic and allowed the injured fascicles to be sutured. Recovery was uneventful and 12 months after surgery the player reported no complaints and played football without restrictions.
Resposta Hipertensiva ao Exercício: uma Forma de Apresentação da Hipertensão Mascarada
Authors:   Sociedade Portuguesa de Medicina Desportiva, Costa Ovídio
Published: May 2024

Blood pressure measurements outside the office allowed the identification of two opposing phenotypes, commonly known as white coat hypertension and masked hypertension (MH). Whether the hypertensive response to exertion, also called exaggerated blood pressure response to exercise, represents a marker of MH in individuals without a previous history of hypertension is not yet clear, but several follow-up studies have indicated that this finding is associated with the highest future incidence of arterial hypertension, heart failure with preserved ejection fraction and cardiovascular events. Based on data from several studies, the most used definition for hypertensive response to exertion is 210/100 mmHg for men, 190/100 mmHg for women and 220/85mmHg for male athletes and 200/80 mmHg for female athletes. Measuring BP during a low-intensity exercise session (Bruce stage I/II or 70% of maximum theoretical heart rate) also seems to define increased cardiovascular risk, with good accuracy (values >170 mmHg). When the BP values during exercise exceed normal limits, it should be suspected MH and recommended a subsequent study to revaluate BP at home and ABPM, as well as study the cardiorenal repercussion.
BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS THE ROLE OF ISLAMIC PSYCHOLOGY BASED ON QUR'AN IN OVERCOMING ANXIETY AND IMPROVING MENTAL HEALTH AMONG WOMEN
Authors: Hartafan Azmil Iman , Nirwana AN Andri , Marheni Cut Linda
Published: May 2024

This study aims to conduct a bibliometric analysis related to the role of Islamic psychology in overcoming anxiety (Anxiety) and improving mental health among women. Bibliometric analysis techniques were used to explore all publications indexed in the Scopus database and the data obtained were analyzed using excel, R-studio and VOS viewer. This research method involves searching and analyzing scientific articles related to Islamic psychology such as, keywords, number of publications per year, main data information, number of citations, productive researchers, and place of publication related to this research, to provide an understanding of the development and impact of research in this field. The results of the bibliometric analysis show that the role of Islamic psychology in overcoming (Anxiety) and improving women's mental health has been the subject of increasing research in recent years as well as a significant increase in the number of publications in this field. the limitations of this study are only taking datasets or meta data on publications indexed on Scopus. Other national and international databases were not taken into account in this study. This study presents a brief overview of the literature accessible to researchers and provides recommendations for future research.
ALÉM DO SILÊNCIO: reflexões sobre as narrativas (auto)biográficas de uma professora surda que ensina Matemática no Atendimento Educacional Especializado (AEE)
Authors: Oliveira Edvanilson Santos de , Pereira Patrícia Sandalo
Published: May 2024

O presente estudo constitui-se como um recorte da pesquisa de doutoramento, vinculado ao Programa de Pós-Graduação em Educação Matemática - PPGEduMat, da Fundação Universidade Federal do Mato Grosso do Sul, já finalizado. Temos, como objetivo central, investigar como se estabelecem as relações com o saber de uma professora surda que ensina Matemática em uma perspectiva inclusiva. Para este artigo, dentre as professoras que ensinam Matemática no Atendimento Educacional Especializado (AEE), elegemos, como corpus, a escrita reflexiva de uma das participantes, com intuito de dar voz às suas experiências e desafios vividos, descritos a partir de uma narrativa (auto)biográfica. A pesquisa de campo ocorreu por meio de oficinas virtuais, sendo realizadas em parceria com o Grupo de Pesquisa Formação e Educação Matemática – FORMEM e a Fundação Centro Integrado de Apoio à Pessoa com Deficiência - FUNAD. Os dados foram analisados à luz da Teoria da Relação com o Saber, com base na técnica de leitura interpretativa-compreensiva, emergindo duas unidades temáticas, a primeira, denominada Identidade pessoal e exclusão e, a segunda, Identidade profissional. O estudo revela que não é possível separar a identidade pessoal do eu profissional, sobretudo, numa profissão essencialmente humana. Não obstante, mostra-nos que os momentos de exclusão vividos podem vir a afetar as relações estabelecidas com o saber.
Advances in atom transfer radical polymerization of modified grain
Authors: Cui Changqing , Feng Shaofeng , Zhu Liqun
Published: May 2024

Atom transfer radical polymerization (ATRP) is a kind of controllable reactive radical polymerization method with potential application value. The modification of graphene oxide (GO) by ATRP reaction can eﬀectively control various graft polymer molecules Chain length and graft density, giving GO diﬀerent functionality, such as good solvent dispersibility, environmental sensitive stimulus responsiveness, biocompatibility, and the like. In this paper, ATRP reaction and GO surface non-covalent bonding ATRP polymer molecular chain were directly initiated from GO surface immobilization initiator. The ATRP reaction modified GO was reviewed, and the process conditions and research methods of ATRP modification reaction were summarized, as well as pointed out the functional characteristics and application prospect of GO functionalized composites.
Toeplitz Determinant for the Inverse of a Function Whose Derivative Has a Positive Real Part
Authors: Li Zongtao , Gou Dong
Published: May 2024

Let R denote the family of analytic and univalent functions f(z) in the unit disk Ω = {z ∈ C: |z | < 1} such that Re f′(z) > 0. We investigated the Toeplitz determinant for the inverse of the function to f ∈ R and gave the upper bound estimates of the determinants T
2(2), T
2(3), T
3(1) and T
3(2) .
Application of the Altman Model for the Prediction of Financial Distress in the Case of Slovenian Companies
Authors: Dolinšek Tatjana , Kovač Tatjana
Published: May 2024

Background/Purpose

The aim of this paper is to verify the applicability and accuracy of the Altman model in the case of Slovenian companies. The use of the Altman model is hugely popular and widespread among financiers, analysts and other stakeholders who want to determine the creditworthiness of a company’s operations and the likelihood of it running into financial difficulties in the coming years.

Methods

The study was conducted on a sample of 66 Slovenian companies, which were divided into two equal groups: bankruptcy and non-bankruptcy companies. Based on accounting data for the last five years, the authors of this paper calculated the Z-Score, which is based on the Multiple Discriminant Analysis (MDA). By calculating the statistical error of the estimate (type I and II), the authors verified the extent (in percentage terms) to which the companies had been correctly classified by the model. The Mann-Whitney U test was used to check whether there was a difference in the average Z-Score between the two groups of companies.

Results

The authors determined that the reliability of the Altman model was 71.21% when tested at the upper bound (the threshold value of the Z-Score was 2.6) and 80.30% when tested at the lower bound (the threshold value of the Z-Score was 1.1). This is similar to other countries, where the reliability was found to be over 70% in most cases. Despite the lower reliability of the model, the Z-Score proved to be an important factor in differentiating between the two groups of companies, as bankruptcy companies had a lower value of this indicator than non-bankruptcy companies.

Conclusion

Based on the results of this study, as well as those of other studies, it can be summarized that the Altman model is a fairly good way for companies to determine the success of their business in a relatively simple and quick way and also to predict the potential risk of their operations in the future. However, since the reliability of the model is not 100%, it is important to be careful when making business predictions and carry out additional in-depth analyses or use other methods.
Sociological Analysis of Fintech Law Enforcement in the Digital Era
Authors: Rahardiansah Trubus
Published: May 2024

Purpose: For reach order and certainty law in public need enforcement is carried out law. Enforcement law This done among others with put things in order duties, functions and authority of institutional institutions tasked with enforcing the law according to the authority of each institution, to achieve the creation of legal order and certainty so need exists system cooperation Which Good between institutions law enforcer.
 
Method: Current technological developments have an impact on the financial sector. Changes affect the security system in the financial sector. Enforcement law in Indonesia filled with complexity and complexity.
 
Results and Conclusion: Wrong One form from complexity and this complexity can stated as “enforcement law pushed to slow lane.” That on basically the technology of law modern use method of “compression or generalization" Which always own determination for behave neutral, objective, and "No look hair" in facing the problem law Which is inside public.
 
Implications of the Research: However, in reality a day method the must face to face with "doctrine Who is always asked “who the person." Consequence from doctrine the principle don’t look hair changed become principle “look hair", And No matter Which impossible legal proceedings That even like pushed to track slow.
 
Originality/Value: This research investigates the sociological analysis of the implementation of fintech law in the digital era. By looking at trends and dynamics in the development of financial technology (fintech), this research explores how law enforcement agencies handle legal issues related to fintech amidst rapid global change. Through a sociological approach, this research analyzes various factors that influence the application of law in the fintech context, including regulation, public policy, market dynamics and social change.
Osteitis of the elbow: a case report
Authors: Reda El alami , Youness Moudoud , Mohamed Reda Fekhaoui , Jalal EL Mekkaoui , Moncef Boufettal , Ridallah Bassir , Mohamed Kharmaz , Omar Lamrani Moulay , Saleh Berrada Mohamed
Published: May 2024

Background:

Osteomyelitis of the elbow is a rare but potentially serious inflammatory condition affecting the elbow joint. The condition is characterized by infection of the bone and surrounding tissue, usually caused by pathogenic bacteria. Although less frequent than osteomyelitis seen in other parts of the body, such as the hips or knees, elbow osteomyelitis requires special attention due to its complex localization and the diagnostic challenges it presents.

Case Presentation:

We will discuss the case of a 46-year-old patient who presented with an osteosynthesis-treated olecranon fracture and poor follow-up, who subsequently presented to the emergency department with osteomyelitis of the elbow.

Conclusion:

Elbow osteomyelitis is a complex and potentially devastating condition requiring a multidisciplinary clinical approach and early management. In light of the case study presented and the review of existing literature, several important conclusions can be drawn to improve the management of this condition.
Knowledge, attitude, and practice of Saudi teachers regarding their role in anaphylaxis management in Makkah Region, Saudi Arabia
Authors: Qashqari Hanin , Banaser Alaa , Abdulsamad Furat , Hariri Renad , Alamri Ertwaa , AlJuaid Renad , Almeqaty Naif
Published: May 2024

Objective: This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice of Saudi teachers regarding their role in managing anaphylaxis in the Makkah region.
Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study surveyed 677 teachers from public and private schools in Makkah between 2023 and 2024, utilizing convenience sampling.
Results: The surveyed teachers, aged 23 to 60 years with a mean age of 44.1 ± 11.9 years, comprised 50.7% males. Most held bachelor's degrees (81.7%), with 9.5% had diploma and 8.9% post-graduate degrees. Regarding teaching phases, 36.3% focused on primary, 33.4% on intermediate, and 30.3% on secondary school levels. The majority (59.7%) had over 15 years of teaching experience, while 22.3% had 11-15 years, and 18% had 1-10 years. Findings indicated limited overall knowledge (15.1%) among teachers, with only 17.3% being familiar with epinephrine as a treatment. However, 93.1% believed educational lectures on anaphylaxis were necessary for school staff. Notably, 28.8% of teachers were aware of students suffering from anaphylaxis.
Conclusion: The study underscored a gap in teachers' knowledge and practices concerning anaphylaxis management, despite a positive attitude. Given these insights, targeted interventions are crucial to improving teachers' understanding of anaphylaxis and their role in addressing it effectively.
نماذج من مشروبات الطاقة والبربيكان دراسة فقهية تطبيقية معاصرة
Authors: عبد النبي محمد نعمان
Published: May 2024

ان الدراسات الفقهية المعاصرة ما هي الا لخدمة الدين الاسلامي والانسان على وجه الخصوص ، وما يتعلق بالمشروبات الكحولية المسكرة التي حرها الله سبحانه وتعالى ، وان هذه المشروبات ومنها ( البربيكان ) والطاقة من المشروبات المعاصرة ، والتي اجازها قسم من العلماء ، والقسم الثاني والاغلب من قال بالحرمة (ما اسكر كثيره فقليله حرام ) ، وما له من المضار الصحية التي اثبتها العلم الحديث بعد الدراسات المتكررة بعد اجراء الابحاث عليها وتحليلها ، لانها تحتوي على مواد مسكرة ومؤثرة بشكل مباشر ومنها هشاشة العظام البشرية ، ومرض الحساسية في المدى القصير ، ومن المعلوم ان اجسامنا هي امانة عندنا ، فلا يمكن ان نؤذيها باي شكل من الاشكال للحرمة التي نها الله سبحانه وتعالى عنها ، معتمدين بذلك على النتائج العلمية في المختبرات العراقية الرسمية مرفقتاً بفتاوى العلماء الشرعيين والفقهاء الاجلاء من اهل الاختصاص ، والمرامُ من هذا البحث المحافظة على جسم الانسان مع الابتعاد عن كل ما حرم الله سبحانه وتعالى من المحاذير لان الاجسام وديعةٌ عندنا فينبغي المحافظة عليها ، مع نصح الشباب المسلم بالابتعاد عنها والامر بما احل الله تعالى لنا ، ولا ابتغي من وراء ذلك الا قصد وجه الله تعالى الكريم ورضاه .
الاختيارات الصرفية في المزيد عند ابن القَرَّاب في كتابه الشافي في علل القراءات
Authors: طـــــــه حـــســـن عـــلــي , صــالـــح عـــــبــــد مــــحـمـــود
Published: May 2024

قد اقتضت طبيعة البحث أنْ يقسم على مقدمّة ذكرت فيها اسم المضوع, وكان بعنوان (الاختيارات الصرفية في المزيد عند ابن القَرَّاب في كتابه الشافي في علل القراءات)، وقد قسم على مبحثين, كان الأول اختيار المزيد على المجرد, والثاني اختيار أحد المزيدين, وابن القَرَّاب يذهب في اختياراته الى اختيار المزيد على المجرد, وكذلك يعمد في اختياراته الى موافقة الكلام بعضه بعضًا, وكان منهج البحث، قائماً على ذكر المسألة، وبعدها الآية القرآنية التي تخص المسألة المذكورة، وتخريج القراءة من كتب القراءات، ومن ثم حجة كل قراءة، على أن تقدَّم القراءة غير المختارة، والتأصيل الصرفي للمسألة، ومن ثم التنظير لها، وعند الانتهاء من عرض وتحليل المسألة أقدِّم رأيًا لي أحيانًا ومن ثم خاتمة البحث التي ذكرت فيها أهم النتائج التي توصلت اليها في البحث والمصادر التي اعتمدت عليها.
الاغتراب في شعر عيسى الشيخ حسن ــ يا جبال أوّبي معه انموذجاً
Authors: نايف مجيد معتز ناطق , احمد حسن ليلى طلال
Published: May 2024

إن الحيــاة الاجتماعيــة للإنســان فــي تغيــر مســتمر مــن حيــث الوقــائع والأحــداث والوسائل وسبل العيش ، وفي تغيرها تحمل معها مـا هـو جديـد يحـتم عليـه التعامـل معـها بشـكل مـا لـم يألفـه بعـد ، وحتـى تقـع الالفـة ويحـدث مـا نسـميه بـالتوافق يجـد الانسـان نفسه يعيش مشاعر اليأس وفقدان معاني وجوده وأهدافه كما يعـايش مشـكلة فـي إحساسـه بالانتمــاء إلــى عـــالم يمــلأه مـــا هــو غيـــر مــألوف بالنســبة لـــه ممــا يـــؤثر عليــه كعنصـــر إجماعي ، هذه المؤشـرات فـي مجملهـا تعنـي مـا يطلـق عليـه مصـطلح الاغتراب ولا شـك ان مثـل هـذه الحالـة اذا مـا عايشـها الانسـان فـي اي مجـال مـن مجـالات حياتـه انقصـت مـن تقـديره لذاتـه وأثـرت سـلبا علـى دافعيتـه للإنجاز وأفقدتـه الاحسـاس بـالاتزان ممـا يـؤدي بـه الـى انخفـاض قدرتـه عـن الاداء وتقـف نمـوه الـذاتي ،  لخص  البحث مفهوم الاغتراب لغة واصطلاحاً و بعدها عرج الى الزمان والمكان والعاطفة الشعرية التي نقلت اغترابات الشاعر وتأثيره النفسي وختم بخاتمة متطرقاً فيها الى ابرز النتائج ثم يليها اهم المصادر التي اكملت هذا المعمار الاكاديمي  .
التوزيع المكاني للمستوطنات الريفية في ريف قضاء الحويجة بإستخدام نظم المعلومات الجغرافية
Authors: جمیل سمیر محو
Published: May 2024

يهدف البحث إلى الكشف عن الصورة الحقيقية للتوزيع الجغرافي للمستوطنات الريفية في ريف قضاء الحويجة وبيان التوزيع الجغرافي لهذهِ المستوطنات ودرجة تركزها وإنتشارها في ريف منطقة الدراسة والعوامل المؤثرة فيها عن طريق إستخدام الأساليب الكمية الحديثة والتي من أهمها (المركز المثالي، المركز المكاني، إنحراف المركز الوسيط عن المركز المتوسط، المسافة المعيارية، إتجاه التوزيع، قرينة الجار الأقرب كإسلوب إحصائي لأنماط أكثر دقة وواقعية، لأن التوزيع المكاني لأي ظاهرة من الظواهر الجغرافية هو في الحقيقة أحد الخصائص الأساس لتلك الظاهرة كما إنهُ يصف نمط توزيع مواقع الإنتشار المكاني للظواهر التي يتم تمثيلها على الخرائط نقطياً أي إنهُ يُعبر عن درجة نمطية التوزيع هل هي منتظمة عشوائية مركزة لأن توزيع الظواهر هي ما يهم الجغرافي لبيان توزيعها يشكل نمطاً محدداً أم إنهُ مجرد توزيع عشوائي، وأهمية كل ذلك في الخطة التنموية المستقبلية من أجل إعادة أو بناء الإستيطان الريفي بشكل أكثر توازن عما هو عليه.
Fast and Reliable Computation of Instantaneous Orbital Collision Probability
Authors: Masson Matthieu , Arzelier Denis , Bréhard Florent , Joldes Mioara , Salvy Bruno
Published: May 2024

Because of the increasing number of objects in low Earth orbit, the fast and reliable estimation of the collision risk is an important challenge for spacecraft owners/operators. Among the available risk indicators, this paper focuses on computing the instantaneous probability of collision, which can be modeled as the integral of a three-dimensional Gaussian probability density function over a Euclidean ball. The authors propose an efficient and accurate method for evaluating this integral. It is based on the combination of two complementary strategies. For the first one, convergent series and numerical error bounds are computed. These bounds provide a tradeoff between the accuracy needed and the number of terms to compute. The second one, using divergent series, approximates the value of the integral with a good accuracy in most cases with only a few terms computed. Based on those two methods, a hybrid algorithm is tested on cases borrowed from the literature and compared against existing methods. Several numerical results and comparisons confirm both the efficiency and robustness of this paper’s approach.
Glomus jugulotympanicum tumor treated with radiation therapy: A case report with review of literature
Authors: Shakeri Aria , Portanova Anthony , Sakano Hitomi , Singh Deepinder Pal
Published: May 2024

Glomus tumors (or paragangliomas) are rare, benign tumors of neuroendocrine origin that appear in tissues of paraganglionic origin. This clinical entity poses a significant treatment challenge due to its proximity to critical neurovascular structures, thus the potential of morbid functional damage caused by disease progression and/or treatment approach. While surgery remains the standard of care for such cases, there has been an increasing trend toward management with radiotherapy or close observation. Here, we present a case of a large and irregularly shaped glomus jugulotympanicum tumor that was treated with volumetric arc radiotherapy. Given the risk of cranial neuropathy with surgery, radiation was the preferred treatment modality. This case demonstrated the safety and efficacy of volumetric arc radiotherapy in the management of a large glomus tumor with a complex shape.
Mechanisms of the Gewald synthesis of 2-aminothiophenes from elemental sulfur
Authors: Sharma Jyoti , Champagne Pier Alexandre
Published: May 2024

The Gewald reaction is a well-established one-pot method to access 2-aminothiophenes from carbonyl compounds, activated acetonitriles, and elemental sulfur. To elucidate the reaction's poorly-understood mechanism, with regards to the decomposition of sulfur and polysulfide intermediates, we have performed a comprehensive computational study using Density Functional Theory (DFT) calculations at the M06-2X (or ωB97X-D)/aug-cc-pV(T+d)Z/SMD(C2H5OH) level of theory. The results show that the reaction is initiated by a Knoevenagel-Cope condensation, followed by opening of the elemental sulfur, leading to polysulfide formation. The polysulfide intermediates can interconvert and decompose using various mechanisms including unimolecular cyclization, nucleophilic degradation, and scrambling. Protonation of the polysulfides changes their electrophilic behavior and provides a kinetically favorable pathway for their decomposition. This protonation-induced intermolecular degradation is feasible for polysulfides of all lengths, but unimolecular decomposition is kinetically favored for long polysulfides (>5 sulfur atoms). None of the pathways provide any thermodynamic benefit due to the lack of resonance-stabilized leaving group, and a complex equilibrium of polysulfides of all lengths is expected in solution. Cyclization of the monosulfide with aromatization to the thiophene product is the only driving force behind the reaction, funneling all of the various intermediates into the observed product in a thermodynamically-controlled process.
Molybdenum Disulfide MoS2 and the q-BWF line shapes (Raman Spectroscopy)
Authors: Sparavigna Amelia Carolina
Published: May 2024

RRUFF database is proposing the Raman spectra of two molybdenum disulfide MoS_2 samples. Here we show the q-BWF fitted functions to the E_2g and A_1g Raman bands of these samples. The q-BWF functions are generalizing the Breit-Wigner-Fano line shape in the framework of the q-exponential function proposed by Constantino Tsallis and his statistics. The fitted q-BWF functions to pyramid and monolayer Raman spectra by Fabbri et al., 2022, are also proposed. Some review of Raman spectroscopy of MoS_2 is proposed too.
The Effect of Gross Domestic Product, Energy Consumption and Forest Area on Carbon Dioxide Emissions in ASEAN-5
Authors:   Universitas Sriwijaya, Indonesia, Adha Isni Syafhira , Azwardi  ,   Department of Economic and Development , Faculty of Economics, Sriwijaya University, Indonesia
Published: May 2024

Due to human activity-related carbon dioxide emissions, the earth's temperature has increased, resulting in climate change and global warming. The anomaly of climate change, which raises the global average temperature, has shown that environmental damage is genuine. In five ASEAN nations—Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, and the Philippines—between 2001 and 2020, this study will examine the impact of GDP, energy use, and forest area on carbon dioxide emissions. This study's methodology combined quantitative descriptive analysis with panel data regression analysis. The findings indicate that forest area and gross domestic product have a negative and considerable impact on carbon dioxide emissions. Consequently, carbon dioxide emissions are positively and significantly impacted by energy usage.
Corporate Social Responsibility 2.0 Towards a socio-transformative paradigm for business
Authors:   North-West University, South Africa, Van der Waldt Gerrit , Rooi Niel ,   City of Johannesburg, Botha Doret ,   North-West University, South Africa
Published: May 2024

The South African business fraternity is expected to contribute to and foster the government’s social transformation agenda. This contribution should be directed by businesses’ corporate social responsibility (CSR) intentions and organizational arrangements. However, companies’ efforts in this regard are being increasingly criticized due to the absence of a socio-transformative agenda. In other words, CSR praxis is perceived to be inadequately positioned in businesses to act as a core strategic function aimed at benefiting society. The purpose of this article is to outline the perceived failures of conventional CSR praxis and to propose a framework for businesses to adopt a socio-transformative CSR paradigm. A generic qualitative research design, utilizing document analysis and a literature survey, was followed in this study. The findings indicate that businesses do indeed need to adopt a socio-transformative business model to comply with national and international driving forces for change. Recommendations are proposed to guide businesses towards such a transformative management approach utilizing the principles of McKinsey 7-S model for business readiness and Kotter’s 8-step change management model. The study encourages corporations and firms to adopt a socio-transformative paradigm by utilizing established business readiness and change management models.
The performance of the Romanian pension system from the perspective of sustainability, adequacy and equity
Authors:   Spiru Haret University, National Scientific Research Institute for Labour and Social Protection, Bucharest, Romania, Mladen Luise
Published: May 2024

Ensuring financial security in old age is an important goal of all contemporary societies. Public pension systems have become a foundation of income security for the elderly in most countries, being one of the main pillars of the welfare state. An effective pension system is one that manages to achieve its objectives, namely combating poverty among the elderly and maintaining a decent standard of living in old age, under the conditions of ensuring intra- and intergenerational equity. In the context of an aging population, the major challenge for our societies is to ensure an adequate income for the elderly without putting excessive pressure on the younger generations. The aim of the paper is to achieve a multidimensional analysis of the performance of the pension system in Romania from the perspective of sustainability, adequacy and equity.
Accounting Profession in Iraq in light of Industry 4.0 Challenges and Benefits
Authors:   The Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania, Alkoutaini Hasan , Ramadhan Sherzad ,   The Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania, Walid Aridah Mamoun ,   The Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania, Ahmed Fareeba ,   The Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania, Khorsheed Hariwan ,   The Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania, Aldulaimi Amar ,   The Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania
Published: May 2024

This study explores the challenges and advantages of adopting Industry 4.0 technology in Iraq's accounting profession. The research used questionnaires to gather data from accountants in various industries. The findings suggest that Iraqi accountants are not adequately prepared for Industry 4.0. The study identifies key challenges including digital integration, technical difficulties, lack of skills, cybersecurity concerns, limited budgets, and regulatory constraints. However, there are also potential benefits such as improved efficiency, expanded services, accurate reporting, real-time data analysis, collaboration, increased accessibility, and simplified auditing
MATHEMATICAL MODELLING AND STEADY STATE ANALYSIS OF DOUBLY FED INDUCTION GENERATOR
Authors: Gagrai Sanjeev Kumar , Singh Madhu
Published: May 2024

This Paper deals with the steady state model of DFIG in synchronously rotating (d-q) reference frame. The important mathematical formulas have been derived, which includes electromagnetic torque, active and reactive power of stator as well as rotor. The performance analysis of torque and different power over slip is investigated in MATLAB environment. It has been found that the DFIG operating characteristics are depended on both stator and rotor d-q components of voltages. The stator voltage and frequency at gride are required to be maintained constant, therefore the rotor voltage excitation plays important role to get desired slip or torque. In this paper mathematical coding of different characteristics of DFIG is developed in MATLAB. The effect of rotor voltage excitation (d-q) on the DFIG performance is simulated and analysed extensively to identified the stable operating zine.
PERFORMANCE INVESTIGATION OF A LCL-TYPE SERIES RESONANT DC-DC CONVERTER FOR FUEL CELL UTILITY INTERFACE APPLICATION
Authors: Kumar Abhishek , Kumar Pankaj , Singh Madhu
Published: May 2024

A close loop fixed frequency modified (LCL-Type) series resonant converter (SRC) with capacitive output filter has been Designed, Analysed and Simulated in this paper. Switching at zero voltage i.e Zero Voltage Switching (ZVS) technique is used in this converter to minimised losses. LCL Resonant Tank circuit with High Frequency Transformer is used in this converter. HF Transformer makes operation of circuit at high frequency and also provide isolation. A design procedure is also given on the basis of mathematical modelling using Ac circuit analysis approach. This topology of converter gives better efficiency compare to conventional converter for fuel cell implementation. MATLAB Simulink is used for simulation of this configuration. The results of simulation are used to evaluate its performance in case of load variation. This converter operates for a very wide variation in the load because it operates in lagging power factor (PF) or above resonance mode and hence it is suitable for high frequency applications.