bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Towards the automation of NIR spectroscopy to assess vineyard water status spatial–temporal variability from a ground moving vehicle
Authors: Fernández-Novales Juan , Barrio Ignacio , Diago María Paz
Published: August 2023

Irrigation has a strong impact in terms of yield regulation and grape and wine quality, so the implementation of precision watering systems would facilitate the decision-making process about the water use efficiency and the irrigation scheduling in viticulture. The objectives of this work were two-fold. On one hand, to compare and assess grapevine water status using two different spectral devices assembled in a mobile platform and to evaluate their capability to map the spatial variability of the plant water status in two commercial vineyards from July to early October in season 2021, and secondly to develop an algorithm capable of automate the spectral acquisition process using one of the two spectral sensors previously tested. Contemporarily to the spectral measurements collected from the ground vehicle at solar noon, stem water potential (Ψs) was used as the reference method to evaluate the grapevine water status. Calibration and prediction models for grapevine water status assessment were performed using the Partial least squares (PLS) regression and the Variable Importance in the Projection (VIP) method. The best regression models returned a determination coefficient for cross validation (R2cv) and external validation (R2p) of 0.70 and 0.75 respectively, and the standard error of cross validation (RMSECV) values were lower than 0.105 MPa and 0.128 MPa for Tempranillo and Graciano varieties using a more expensive and heavier near-infrared (NIR) spectrometer (spectral range 1200–2100 nm). Remarkable models were also built with the miniaturized, low-cost spectral sensor (operating between 900–1860 nm) ranging from 0.69 to 0.71 for R2cv, around 0.74 in both varieties for R2pand the RMSECV values were below 0.157 MPa, while the RMSEP values did not exceed 0.151 MPa in both commercial vineyards. This work also includes the development of a software which automates data acquisition and allows faster (up to 40% of time saving in the field) and more efficient deployment of the developed algorithm. The encouraging results presented in this work demonstrate the great potential of this methodology to assess the water status of the vineyard and estimate its spatial variability in different commercial vineyards, providing useful information for better irrigation scheduling.
Environmental factors induced crop raiding by wild Asian elephant (Elephas maximus) in the Eastern Economic Corridor, Thailand
Authors: Wettasin Maneepailin , Chaiyarat Rattanawat , Youngpoy Namphung , Jieychien Nawee , Sukmasuang Ronglarp , Tanhan Phanwimol
Published: August 2023

Crop raiding are an increasing concern in wildlife conservation. This study identified the environmental factors that cause wild Asian elephants (Elephas maximus) to enter sub-urban and rural areas and share resources with humans in the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) in the eastern part of Thailand. The snowball method was used to interview villagers that had crop raiding experienced in seven provinces of the EEC and adjacent provinces in the eastern part of Thailand in 2020, and data from 183 households indicated that crop raiding had increased continuously from 2000 to 2020, especially in Chonburi, Chachoengsao, and Prachinburi provinces, which have seen increases in damaged agricultural areas. MaxEnt analysis showed an increase in incidents of crop raiding, while the elephants distribution area decreased from 9534 km2 in 2000 to 5199 km2 in 2010 and 4850 km2 in 2020. The study area has had land use changes in the low elevations from croplands of cassava and sugar cane to eucalyptus, para rubber, and fruits. These mixed crop plantations provide a pseudo-habitat for wild Asian elephants. The results from this study provide evidence that changes in land use and reduction of suitable habitat are factors that influenced the movement of wild Asian elephants to the rural agricultural areas and increased the incidents of crop raiding.
Quantitative analysis of defect states in InGaZnO within 2 eV below the conduction band via photo-induced current transient spectroscopy
Authors: Hong Hyunmin , Kim Min Jung , Yi Dong-Joon , Moon Yeon-Keon , Son Kyoung-Seok , Lim Jun Hyung , Jeong KwangSik , Chung Kwun-Bum
Published: August 2023

This work investigates the function of the oxygen partial pressure in photo-induced current measurement of extended defect properties related to the distribution and quantity of defect states in electronic structures. The Fermi level was adjusted by applying a negative gate bias in the TFT structure, and the measurable range of activation energy was extended to < 2.0 eV. Calculations based on density functional theory are used to investigate the changes in defect characteristics and the role of defects at shallow and deep levels as a function of oxygen partial pressure. Device characteristics, such as mobility and threshold voltage shift under a negative gate bias, showed a linear correlation with the ratio of shallow level to deep level defect density. Shallow level and deep level defects are organically related, and both defects must be considered when understanding device characteristics.
Comparison of the influences of different ventilation corridor forms on the thermal environment in Wuhan City in summer
Authors: Li Xuesong , Lin Kai , Shu Yulong , Lin Xindong
Published: August 2023

The ventilation corridor is an essential element in urban planning and design to improve the climate and environment. In this paper, four forms of two ventilation corridors were set up in the southeast of Wuhan City based on its urban planning outline to quantitatively study the influences of different ventilation corridor forms on the urban thermal environment in summer. The urban micro-meteorological environment was simulated using the next-generation mesoscale Weather Research and Forecast (WRF) model coupled with an urban canopy model (UCM). Critical time-dependent meteorological values were extracted and plotted, including temperature and wind difference fields, average temperature at 2-m height, average wind speed at 10-m height, and surface energy flux. By conducting a comparative analysis of the quantitative results, the ventilation corridors in construction land are arranged at intervals in the upwind position of the city in summer, which can slightly adjust the thermal environment of the central area of the city, and have an effective regulation on the temperature of the corridors and surrounding areas during the daytime. Especially at 15:00 pm when the temperature is at its highest during the day, the temperature can be reduced by 0.8 °C. Compared to other corridors, the wind speed in and around the corridor is the strongest 11 h a day. Due to the internal arrangement of construction land, this corridor form is more advantageous in the urban land utilization. After considering comprehensively, the ventilation corridor form with construction land arranged at intervals is the preferred corridor form in the southeast of Wuhan. The experimental results can provide quantitative reference for the layout of ventilation corridors in hot inland cities located in central China.
Dynamics and characteristics of misinformation related to earthquake predictions on Twitter
Authors: Dallo Irina , Elroy Or , Fallou Laure , Komendantova Nadejda , Yosipof Abraham
Published: August 2023

The spread of misinformation on social media can lead to inappropriate behaviors that can make disasters worse. In our study, we focused on tweets containing misinformation about earthquake predictions and analyzed their dynamics. To this end, we retrieved 82,129 tweets over a period of 2 years (March 2020–March 2022) and hand-labeled 4157 tweets. We used RoBERTa to classify the complete dataset and analyzed the results. We found that (1) there are significantly more not-misinformation than misinformation tweets; (2) earthquake predictions are continuously present on Twitter with peaks after felt events; and (3) prediction misinformation tweets sometimes link or tag official earthquake notifications from credible sources. These insights indicate that official institutions present on social media should continuously address misinformation (even in quiet times when no event occurred), check that their institution is not tagged/linked in misinformation tweets, and provide authoritative sources that can be used to support their arguments against unfounded earthquake predictions.
Structure-based modeling of critical micelle concentration (CMC) of anionic surfactants in brine using intelligent methods
Authors: Abooali Danial , Soleimani Reza
Published: August 2023

Critical micelle concentration (CMC) is one of the main physico-chemical properties of surface-active agents, also known as surfactants, with diverse theoretical and industrial applications. It is influenced by basic parameters such as temperature, pH, salinity, and the chemical structure of surfactants. Most studies have only estimated CMC at fixed conditions based on the surfactant’s chemical parameters. In the present study, we aimed to develop a set of novel and applicable models for estimating CMC of well-known anionic surfactants by considering both the molecular properties of surfactants and basic affecting factors such as salinity, pH, and temperature as modeling parameters. We employed the quantitative-structural property relationship technique to employ the molecular parameters of surfactant ions. We collected 488 CMC values from literature for 111 sodium-based anionic surfactants, including sulfate types, sulfonate, benzene sulfonate, sulfosuccinate, and polyoxyethylene sulfate. We computed 1410 optimized molecular descriptors for each surfactant using Dragon software to be utilized in the modelling processes. The enhanced replacement method was used for selecting the most effective descriptors for the CMC. A multivariate linear model and two non-linear models are the outputs of the present study. The non-linear models were produced using two robust machine learning approaches, stochastic gradient boosting (SGB) trees and genetic programming (GP). Statistical assessment showed highly applicable and acceptable accuracy of the newly developed models (RSGB2 = 0.999395 and RGP2 = 0.954946). The ultimate results showed the superiority and greater ability of the SGB method for making confident predictions.
Halide-guided active site exposure in bismuth electrocatalysts for selective CO2 conversion into formic acid
Authors: Yang Shuang , An Hongyu , Arnouts Sven , Wang Hui , Yu Xiang , de Ruiter Jim , Bals Sara , Altantzis Thomas , Weckhuysen Bert M. , van der Stam Ward
Published: August 2023

It remains a challenge to identify the active sites of bismuth catalysts in the electrochemical CO2 reduction reaction. Here we show through in situ characterization that the activation of bismuth oxyhalide electrocatalysts to metallic bismuth is guided by the halides. In situ X-ray diffraction results show that bromide promotes the selective exposure of planar bismuth surfaces, whereas chloride and iodide result in more disordered active sites. Furthermore, we find that bromide-activated bismuth catalysts outperform the chloride and iodide counterparts, achieving high current density (>100 mA cm–2) and formic acid selectivity (>90%), suggesting that planar bismuth surfaces are more active for the electrochemical CO2 reduction reaction. In addition, in situ X-ray absorption spectroscopy measurements reveal that the reconstruction proceeds rapidly in chloride-activated bismuth and gradually when bromide is present, facilitating the formation of ordered planar surfaces. These findings show the pivotal role of halogens on selective facet exposure in activated bismuth-based electrocatalysts during the electrochemical CO2 reduction reaction.
Cas13d-mediated multiplex RNA targeting confers a broad-spectrum resistance against RNA viruses in potato
Authors: Zhan Xiaohui , Liu Wenting , Nie Bihua , Zhang Fengjuan , Zhang Jiang
Published: August 2023

CRISPR-Cas systems endow the bacterial and archaeal species with adaptive immune mechanisms to fend off invading phages and foreign plasmids. The class 2 type VI CRISPR/Cas effector Cas13d has been harnessed to confer the protection against RNA viruses in diverse eukaryotic species. However a vast number of different viruses can potentially infect the same host plant resulting in mixed infection, thus necessitating the generation of crops with broad-spectrum resistance to multiple viruses. Here we report the repurposing of CRISPR/Cas13d coupled with an endogenous tRNA-processing system (polycistronic tRNA-gRNA, PTG) to target the multiple potato RNA viruses. Expression of Cas13d and four different gRNAs were observed in transgenic potato lines expressing the Cas13d/PTG construct. We show that the Cas13d/PTG transgenic plants exhibit resistance to either PVY, PVS, PVX or PLRV alone or two/three viruses simultaneously by reducing viral accumulation in plant cells. In sum, our findings provide an efficient strategy for engineering crops that can simultaneously resist infection by multiple RNA viruses.
Harnessing human and machine intelligence for planetary-level climate action
Authors: Debnath Ramit , Creutzig Felix , Sovacool Benjamin K. , Shuckburgh Emily
Published: August 2023

The ongoing global race for bigger and better artificial intelligence (AI) systems is expected to have a profound societal and environmental impact by altering job markets, disrupting business models, and enabling new governance and societal welfare structures that can affect global consensus for climate action pathways. However, the current AI systems are trained on biased datasets that could destabilize political agencies impacting climate change mitigation and adaptation decisions and compromise social stability, potentially leading to societal tipping events. Thus, the appropriate design of a less biased AI system that reflects both direct and indirect effects on societies and planetary challenges is a question of paramount importance. In this paper, we tackle the question of data-centric knowledge generation for climate action in ways that minimize biased AI. We argue for the need to co-align a less biased AI with an epistemic web on planetary health challenges for more trustworthy decision-making. A human-in-the-loop AI can be designed to align with three goals. First, it can contribute to a planetary epistemic web that supports climate action. Second, it can directly enable mitigation and adaptation interventions through knowledge of social tipping elements. Finally, it can reduce the data injustices associated with AI pretraining datasets.
Comparison and assessment of methods for cellulose crystallinity determination
Authors: Salem Khandoker Samaher , Kasera Nitesh Kumar , Rahman Md. Ashiqur , Jameel Hasan , Habibi Youssef , Eichhorn Stephen J. , French Alfred D. , Pal Lokendra , Lucia Lucian A.
Published: August 2023

A suite of techniques is compared to understand the requirements, differences, synergies, and limitations of each method more comprehensively. Our review summarizes key principles to guide studies on the structure of cellulosics.
Waste dry cell derived photo-reduced graphene oxide and polyoxometalate composite for solid-state supercapacitor applications
Authors: Maity Sukanya , Biradar Bhimaraya R , Srivastava Saurabh , Chandewar Pranay R. , Shee Debaprasad , Pratim Das Partha , Mal Sib Sankar
Published: August 2023

In the modern era, realizing highly efficient supercapacitors (SCs) derived through green routes is paramount to reducing environmental impact.
Efficient charge separation and transfer in a one-dimensional carbon nanotube/tungsten oxide p–n heterojunction composite for solar energy conversion
Authors: Ma Yuli , Lang Junyu
Published: August 2023

The study introduces a CNT/W18O49 p–n heterojunction composite material with enhanced charge separation and transfer for solar energy conversion.
Slow magnetic relaxation in a ferromagnetic CuII chain complex, induced by a phonon bottleneck effect
Authors: Sunkari Sailaja S. , Verma Abhineet , Pandey Om , Gupta Shraddha , Wakizaka Masanori , Takaishi Shinya , Kawasoko Hideyuki , Fukumura Tomoteru , Yamashita Masahiro
Published: August 2023

First observation of slow magnetic relaxation induced by a phonon bottleneck effect in a ferromagnetically coupled CuII polymer chain compound, Cu(dipic)(OH2)2, is reported.
A potential alternative to fungicides using actives-free (meth)acrylate polymers for protection of wheat crops from fungal attachment and infection
Authors: Crawford Liam A. , Cuzzucoli Crucitti Valentina , Stimpson Amy , Morgan Chloe , Blake Jonathan , Wildman Ricky D. , Hook Andrew L. , Alexander Morgan R. , Irvine Derek J. , Avery Simon V.
Published: August 2023

Fungicide-free (meth)acrylate polymer sprays help protect wheat crops from fungal infection.
Cyclic ketal bridged bisepoxides: enabling the design of degradable epoxy-amine thermosets for carbon fiber composite applications
Authors: Alameda Benjamin M. , Kumler Margaret S. , Murphy J. Scott , Aguinaga Jeffrey S. , Patton Derek L.
Published: August 2023

Degradable epoxy-amine thermosets derived from cyclic-ketal monomers offer robust performance and facile end-of-use processing, enabling recovery of diketone building blocks and pristine carbon fiber from fiber reinforced polymer composites.
Percolative proton transport in hexagonal boron nitride membranes with edge-functionalization
Authors: Das Anjan , Yadav Vikas , Krishnamurthy C. V. , Jaiswal Manu
Published: August 2023

An extremely low percolation threshold and non-universal critical exponents are unique aspects of proton transport along the amine-functionalized edges of hexagonal boron nitrides.
Screening of Ni based catalysts supported on metal oxides for liquid-phase hydrogenation of furfural to furfuryl alcohol
Authors: Qi Jingbo , Ren Yanbiao , Zhang Lincai , Hu Xun
Published: August 2023

Highly dispersed amorphous Ni on surface of MgO was prepared and served as a high-performance catalyst for furfural hydrogenation to furfuryl alcohol.
Photoswitchable spiropyran molecules for specific sensing of thiols and fluorescent inks
Authors: Xu Tiantian , Zhang Xu , Wang Qian , Zhang Shaobing , Wang Chengkun , Li Hui , Yang Zheng , Jia Xiaodan , Liu Xiangrong
Published: August 2023

This work presents promising photoswitching-based spiropyran molecules as fluorescent probes, which can be used not only for sensitive and selective detection of biological thiols but also as fluorescent inks for information encryption.
Nitrogen-functionalized graphene quantum dot incorporated GelMA microgels as fluorescent 3D-tissue Constructs
Authors: Taravatfard Aida Zahra , Ceballos-Gonzalez Carlos , Siddique Abu Bakar , Bolivar-Monsalve Johana , Madadelahi Masoud , Trujillo-de Santiago Grissel , Moisés Alvarez Mario , Pramanick Ashit Kumar , Martinez Guerra Eduardo , Kulinsky Lawrence , Madou Marc J. , Martinez Sergio O. , Ray Mallar
Published: August 2023

NGQD incorporated GelMA microgels serve as 3D tissue scaffolds, offering long term cell monitoring capability along with enhanced functionality and therapeutic efficacy for encapsulated cells.
From H12C4N2CdI4 to H11C4N2CdI3: a highly polarizable CdNI3 tetrahedron induced a sharp enhancement of second harmonic generation response and birefringence
Authors: Wu Huai-Yu , Hu Chun-Li , Xu Miao-Bin , Chen Qian-Qian , Ma Nan , Huang Xiao-Ying , Du Ke-Zhao , Chen Jin
Published: August 2023

The replacement of CdI4 with a CdNI3 unit results in H11C4N2CdI3 featuring an overwhelming NLO effect (Cc, 6 × KDP, Δn = 0.074 @1064 nm, phase matchable) compared to those of H12C4N2CdI4 (P212121, 0.5 × KDP, 0.047 @1064 nm, non phase matchable).
Retraction: Design and synthesis of a highly sensitive “Turn-On” fluorescent organic nanoprobe for iron(iii) detection and imaging
Authors: Han Cuiping , Huang Tonghui , Liu Qi , Xu Huiting , Zhuang Yinping , Li Jingjing , Hu Junfeng , Wang Aming , Xu Kai
Published: August 2023

Retraction of ‘Design and synthesis of a highly sensitive “Turn-On” fluorescent organic nanoprobe for iron(iii) detection and imaging’ by Cuiping Han et al., J. Mater. Chem. C, 2014, 2, 9077–9082, https://doi.org/10.1039/C4TC01759E.
A novel technological blue hydrogen production process: industrial sorption enhanced autothermal membrane (ISEAM)
Authors: Eluwah Chidozie , Fennell Paul S. , Tighe Christopher J. , Dawood Ahmed Al
Published: August 2023

We model a novel industrial blue hydrogen production process, the industrial sorption enhanced autothermal membrane (ISEAM) process, with the potential to produce constant fuel cell grade hydrogen with 99.99% purity, regardless of upstream process upsets
A non‐50 Ω‐RMCL transition designed for on‐chip measurement in the 0–170 GHz frequency range
Authors: Yuan Qi , Sun Tingting , Tang Bo , Wang Zhen , Shi Guanghua , Guo Cheng , Zhang Anxue
Published: August 2023

The authors present the design of a rectangular micro‐coaxial line (RMCL) to ground‐to‐ground (GSG) probe pad transition for broadband millimetre‐wave (mmW) probe testing. The proposed transition is designed to effectively operate across the frequency range from DC to 170 GHz, providing the capability to convert non‐50 Ω RMCL ports to 50 Ω GSG ports. To validate the design methodology, the back‐to‐back model of the transition is fabricated and experimentally characterised. The fabricated transition exhibits a remarkable return loss exceeding 18 dB, along with an insertion loss below 0.4 dB within the frequency span of 0–75 GHz. With this transition, on‐chip measurement of non‐50 Ω ultra‐wideband millimetre‐wave chips becomes feasible.
A global view on star formation: The GLOSTAR Galactic plane survey
Authors: Gong Y. , Ortiz-León G. N. , Rugel M. R. , Menten K. M. , Brunthaler A. , Wyrowski F. , Henkel C. , Beuther H. , Dzib S. A. , Urquhart J. S. , Yang A. Y. , Pandian J. D. , Dokara R. , Veena V. S. , Nguyen H. , Medina S.-N. X. , Cotton W. D. , Reich W. , Winkel B. , Müller P. , Skretas I. , Csengeri T. , Khan S. , Cheema A.
Published: August 2023

Context. Cygnus X is one of the closest and most active high-mass star-forming regions in our Galaxy, making it one of the best laboratories for studying massive star formation.

Aims. We aim to investigate the properties of molecular gas structures on different linear scales with the 4.8 GHz formaldehyde (H2CO) absorption line in Cygnus X.

Methods. As part of the GLOSTAR Galactic plane survey, we performed large-scale (7º×3º) simultaneous H2CO (11,0–11,1) spectral line and radio continuum imaging observations toward Cygnus X at λ ~6 cm with the Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array and the Effelsberg 100 m radio telescope. We used auxiliary HI, 13CO (1–0), dust continuum, and dust polarization data for our analysis.

Results. Our Effelsberg observations reveal widespread H2CO (11,0–11,1) absorption with a spatial extent of ≳50 pc in Cygnus X for the first time. On large scales of 4.4 pc, the relative orientation between the local velocity gradient and the magnetic field tends to be more parallel at H2 column densities of ≳1.8×1022 cm−2. On the smaller scale of 0.17 pc, our VLA+Effelsberg combined data reveal H2CO (11,0–11,1) absorption only towards three bright HII regions. Our observations demonstrate that H2CO (11,0–11,1) is optically thin in general. The kinematic analysis supports the assertion that molecular clouds generally exhibit supersonic motions on scales of 0.17−4.4 pc. We show a non-negligible contribution of the cosmic microwave background radiation to the extended absorption features in Cygnus X. Our observations suggest that H2CO (11,0–11,1) can trace molecular gas with H2 column densities of ≳5 × 1021 cm−2 (i.e., AV ≳ 5). The ortho-H2CO fractional abundance with respect to H2 has a mean value of 7.0 × 10−10. A comparison of the velocity dispersions on different linear scales suggests that the velocity dispersions of the dominant −3 km s−1 velocity component in the prominent DR21 region are nearly identical on scales of 0.17−4.4 pc, which deviates from the expected behavior of classic turbulence.
The CARMENES search for exoplanets around M dwarfs
Authors: Fuhrmeister B. , Czesla S. , Schmitt J. H. M. M. , Schneider P. C. , Caballero J. A. , Jeffers S. V. , Nagel E. , Montes D. , Gálvez Ortiz M. C. , Reiners A. , Ribas I. , Quirrenbach A. , Amado P. J. , Henning Th. , Lodieu N. , Martín-Fernández P. , Morales J. C. , Schöfer P. , Seifert W. , Zechmeister M.
Published: August 2023

The hydrogen Paschen lines are known activity indicators, but studies of them in M dwarfs during quiescence are as rare as their reports in flare studies. This situation is mostly caused by a lack of observations, owing to their location in the near-infrared regime, which is covered by few high-resolution spectrographs. We study the Paβline, using a sample of 360 M dwarfs observed by the CARMENES spectrograph. Descending the spectral sequence of inactive M stars in quiescence, we find the Paβline to get shallower until about spectral type M3.5 V, after which a slight re-deepening is observed. Looking at the whole sample, for stars with Hαin absorption, we find a loose anti-correlation between the (median) pseudo-equivalent widths (pEWs) of Hαand Paβfor stars of similar effective temperature. Looking instead at time series of individual stars, we often find correlation between pEW(Hα) and pEW(Paβ) for stars with Hαin emission and an anti-correlation for stars with Hαin absorption. Regarding flaring activity, we report the automatic detection of 35 Paschen line flares in 20 stars. Additionally we found visually six faint Paschen line flares in these stars plus 16 faint Paschen line flares in another 12 stars. In strong flares, Paschen lines can be observed up to Pa 14. Moreover, we find that Paschen line emission is almost always coupled to symmetric Hαline broadening, which we ascribe to Stark broadening, indicating high pressure in the chromosphere. Finally we report a few Paβline asymmetries for flares that also exhibit strong Hαline asymmetries.
Exploring factors and the role of environmental responsibility in m-banking adoption: A systematic review
Authors: Bahida Hicham , Ziky Rachid , Charef Fatima , Bouzahir Brahim , Abriane Ahmed , Boukaya Lamia
Published: August 2023

Due to the digital revolution and the Covid-19 pandemic, banking institutions are compelled to adapt by incorporating innovative technologies for their digital transformation. In this review, we have synthesized available studies addressing the impact of environmental responsibility on the behavior of banking customers in the adoption of m-banking. To accomplish this, a systematic review was conducted following the four-step PRISMA process to identify references published in the last decade. Investigations were carried out in the Scopus and Science Direct databases. Insights into mobile banking adoption were obtained through bibliometric analysis using NVivo10. TAM and UTAUT are widely recognized as two robust frameworks for predicting the acceptance of technological innovations. Several variables such as ease of use, perceived usefulness, facilitating conditions, trust, etc., are important in predicting the usage of m-banking applications. In the context of future research, it is advisable to consider mixed methods for a better understanding of user behavior. The inclusion of unpublished studies and expanding research scope to developing countries like Morocco are also crucial for capturing the challenges specific to these contexts.
Energy and digital: The energy cost of social change. A qualitative interview study CRS2335
Authors: El Arabi Boualou , Zahi Farid
Published: August 2023

In an international context filled with climate and ecological issues, and characterized by an unprecedented geopolitical conjuncture, the issue of energy consumption and dependence has come to the surface in Morocco’s growing energy sector. Thanks to the efforts made by the State, access to electricity has developed rapidly in rural areas. In order to contribute to a better use of this energy, this article explores the relationship of rural families to electricity through the use of domestic digital appliances, using a comprehensive biographical interview. Interviews were conducted with families living in three cities in south-eastern Morocco over a three-month period (May, June, and July 2022). Content analysis was applied to analyze the data collected. The results show that the exploitation of electrical energy has contributed to a considerable social change affecting the status of women and children. However, awareness-raising campaigns are needed to stop the irrational wasteful practices. There is an urgent need for a national energy charter guaranteeing the commitment of professionals and private individuals to a national strategy to save energy exploitation at this crucial historical moment.
The Human Factor in Ecological Sustainability : The Power of Human Behavior in Achieving Ecological Transition In Morocco
Authors: Boukaya Lamia , Saoud Sahar , Bahida Hicham
Published: August 2023

Morocco is facing environmental challenges and has embarked on an ecological transition. The country is addressing issues like pollution, climate change, and resource depletion through strategies and initiatives. It aims to promote renewable energy, improve water management, and implement pollution control measures. The ecological transition presents economic and social challenges, requiring a balance between environmental protection and economic growth. Local communities must be involved in planning to address potential social impacts. The research conducted in a specific region contributed to understanding the ecological transition’s impact on the community. However, the study faced limitations in data collection and logistics.The Moroccan government has initiated programs to improve water use efficiency, such as drip irrigation, wastewater reuse, and dam construction to store water during drought periods. Air and water pollution are also major concerns for Morocco.
Universities at the Heart of attractive territories: A Novum Trivium formula in the era of energy consumption optimization
Authors: Slimani Ibtissam , Abakouy Mostafa
Published: August 2023

Today, it has become fruitless, reducing the role of the university to its sole mission of education. Undoubtedly, a university is a source of knowledge that acts as an incubator for creativity and innovation; however, more light should be shed on how universities help create a vibrant economy by providing employment opportunities, promoting highquality research, and stimulating investment. In this work, we focus on displaying a new adaptable trinity formula that places the university, with all its missions, in the heart of an attractive territory. It is in this vein that we study the importance of well-choosing the remaining territorial components to be part of the trivium formula. The main aim of the current premise is to highlight the significance of adjusting territorial innovation models, such as business ecosystems of innovation and triple helix models of innovation, in accordance with the weight of keystone components of territory and how they participate in its attractiveness, all of which are orchestrated by universities. The importance of this topic lies in recognizing the potential of universities as accelerators for territorial advancement, including their role in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, by acknowledging their many distinct contributions to fostering innovation and protecting the environment. Adopting the trivium formula means providing a blueprint that encourages fortifying links within a territory’s components, thus enhancing relations between universities and other pieces of the territorial development puzzle we built this work upon as a method to understand innovative territories, from green innovation to industrial intelligence.
Medically assisted procreation: A new legal framework to overcome infertility in Morocco in the context of energy optimization
Authors: Ghallam Aziza , Bouasria Leila , Zirari Hayat
Published: August 2023

After more than a quarter of a century of the practice of medically assisted procreation (MAP) in Morocco in the absence of a legal framework, the Moroccan legislator passed Law 47-14, in April 2019, to make up for the considerable delay in the field of medically assisted procreation. Through this research work, we aim to explore the field of application of this law and demonstrate its contributions to the lives of couples aspiring to motherhood and fatherhood in order to achieve their parenthood project within the couple. From a methodological point of view, this research is based on the qualitative analysis of semi-directive interviews conducted with infertile couples having recourse to (AMP) and practitioners of this medical technique. One of the key findings of this work is that there are major differences between the provision of medically assisted reproduction services in the public and private sectors, and between insured and uninsured couples.
Planning and scheduling of operating theater under resources constraints: State of the art and future trends and impact on energy consumption
Authors: Hajji Soualfi Oumaima , El Barkan Abdellah , Harras Bilal
Published: August 2023

The management of operating theaters is currently the subject of considerable discussion, particularly with regard to the use of human and material resources, which are available in limited quantities. The first part of this paper deals with the management of hospital systems and operating theaters. In the second part, we review the main studies on planning surgical procedures under resources constraints, as well as the different methods for solving planning and scheduling problems in operating theaters. A comparative analysis is carried out in order to identify the fundamental ideas leading to the adoption of a new model capable of meeting the needs and satisfying the different constraints of this management. This article shows that planning and scheduling play a major role in the management of an operating theater, which remains difficult given the multiplicity of determinants involved. In this work, we describe the problem of planning and scheduling operating theaters according to several authors, aiming to evaluate and improve existing operating programs to make them feasible and of good quality. The depletion of the world’s available energy resources requires the construction of hospital buildings that respect the environment and take into account energy efficiency while meeting different needs.
Governance of internal audit and its role in adding value A field study at Al-Watania Cement Company (Aden) in the context of improving its environmental management
Authors: Attaf Wala Farid , Bensbahou Aziz
Published: August 2023

The aim of the research is to identify internal audit governance and its role in adding value to companies in the context of improving their environmental Performance. The population of the study is comprised of Yemeni cement manufacturing companies in Aden, The study sample is Al-Watania Company. To achieve the objectives of the study, a questionnaire was developed to collect data by distributing it to a sample consisting of (the general manager, deputy general manager, department manager, department head, internal auditor, and accountant). The number of questionnaires distributed was (50), and the number of questionnaires recovered was (50), with a recovery rate of 100%. According to the study’s findings, there is a statistically significant impact of internal audit governance in adding value to companies in the context of improving their environmental performance, internal audit governance impacts adding value by (0.32), while the percentage (0.68) is due to other factors. Internal audit adds value to companies by raising the efficiency of management performance in decision-making and providing appropriate information at the right time. and Provide regular updates to the company’s management on environmental performance, especially when there are potential risks, and assist in responding to all risks, including environmental risks. The study suggested the need to adopt environmental auditing as a mandatory audit in all companies, especially industrial companies. Training internal auditors to develop their skills in the field of environment, procedures, and activities for environmental auditing.
Banks 4.0 in the Context of sustainable development: A literature review and research framework
Authors: Azouaoui Amal , Berjaoui Abdelmoumen , Houssaini Abdellah
Published: August 2023

The digitalization of banking services requires a focus on sustainable development as well as the utilization of new technologies. Understanding and predicting evolving customer needs and expectations is a vital objective for banks. This approach enables achieving and sustaining optimal customer satisfaction, leading to the establishment of customer loyalty It is crucial to examine how Industry 4.0 affects the transformation of the banking industry. It is necessary to prioritize finding a balance between competition, innovation, security, and customer satisfaction to ensure sustainable development. This paper aims to explore the implementation of Industry 4.0 technologies in the banking system and increase awareness among researchers and bank managers about these new technologies and the concept of sustainability. Through an analysis of relevant literature, we hope to provide valuable insights. In this regard, it presents a framework studying the critical components for achieving banking 4.0
Analyse bibliométrique de l’adoption des innovation technologiques : une étude approfondie des publications scientifiques sur m-banking
Authors: Bahida Hicham , Ziky Rachid , Bouzahir Brahim , Abriane Ahmed , Boukaya Lamia , Charef Fatima
Published: August 2023

Dans un contexte marqué par la pandémie de Covid-19 et la révolution digitale, les institutions bancaires sont confrontées à l’impératif d’adaptation en intégrant des innovations technologiques dans leur processus de transformation digitale. Cette étude a pour objectif de réaliser une synthèse des travaux existants portant sur les facteurs explicatifs de l’adoption du m-banking. Ainsi, une revue systématique a été conduite en suivant le processus PRISMA en quatre étapes, permettant d’identifier 21 références publiées entre 2013 et 2022. Les résultats révèlent que les cadres théoriques tels que le modèle TAM et la théorie UTAUT se révèlent être des outils solides pour prédire l’acceptation du m-banking. Ainsi, plusieurs variables clés, telles que l’effort attendu, performance attendue, les conditions facilitantes, la confiance, et d’autres, jouent un rôle essentiel dans l’anticipation de l’utilisation de l’application m-banking. De plus, il convient de souligner que la majorité des études antérieures se sont appuyées sur des méthodes quantitatives. Afin de mieux appréhender les comportements des utilisateurs, il est recommandé d’envisager l’utilisation de méthodes mixtes dans les futures recherches. Il est également crucial d’élargir la portée des recherches aux pays en développement, tels que le Maroc, afin de saisir les défis spécifiques propres à ces contextes.
Attitudes de prise en charge de la myopie chez les enfants dans la pratique clinique au Maroc
Authors: Korziti Samya , Dahbi Abderrahim , Chetou Ahmed , Aggour Mohamed , Bentayeb Farida , Bouzekraoui Youssef , Elmerabet Youssef
Published: August 2023

La myopie est un problème mondial de santé publique et avec sa prévalence croissante, on s’intéresse de plus en plus à sa prévention précoce. Cependant il y a un manque d’informations sur les interventions adoptées par les professionnels de la santé visuelle à l’échelle Marocain pour la prise en charge de la myopie chez les enfants, cette étude vise à évaluer leurs connaissances et à les sensibiliser sur l’impact des facteurs environnementaux susceptibles d’influencer le risque de la progression de la myopie. Afin d’atteindre ces objectifs, une enquête en ligne a été distribuée aux spécialistes de la vue du pays, comprend un questionnaire évaluant leur maîtrise des différentes méthodes disponibles pour le traitement de la myopie, leur niveau de préoccupation face à son évolution chez les enfants ainsi que leur opinion sur l’impact des facteurs environnementaux sur son apparition et sa croissance. Les résultats indiquent que la plupart des professionnels consultés sont préoccupés par cette pandémie, cependant ils ne proposent actuellement que des verres simples foyer et des lentilles de contact souples ce qui indique la nécessité de formations professionnelles visant à éduquer les spécialistes aux approches cliniques de gestion de la myopie. Cela les encouragerait à adopter d’autres solutions pour prendre en charge les enfants myopes et à accorder une attention particulière aux facteurs environnementaux qui influent sur l’apparition et la progression de la myopie.
Le développement d’une culture d’entreprise au sein des universités marocaines
Authors: Hasnaoui Ferdaous , Cherkaoui Mounia
Published: August 2023

Cet article a pour objet de jeter les lumières sur l’importance de la culture entrepreneuriale dans les universités, le chômage continue d’être un problème important dans de nombreux pays, le Maroc ne faisant pas exception. Il est donc essentiel de promouvoir la culture de l’auto-emploi et de l’entrepreneuriat chez les jeunes diplômés. En plus de contribuer à la création d’emplois et à l’insertion sociale, l’entrepreneuriat agit comme catalyseur de la restructuration et de l’expansion du tissu industriel ainsi que de l’innovation et de la modernisation des structures. Grâce à un programme éducatif qui donne aux étudiants les connaissances et les compétences nécessaires à la recherche d’opportunités, à la création et à la gestion d’entreprise et à l’auto-efficacité entrepreneuriale, les universités marocaines devraient favoriser une culture entrepreneuriale destinée aux jeunes diplômés qui leur permettent d’entrer dans le monde de l’entrepreneuriat.
Behandlung des chronischen Beckenschmerzsyndroms (CPPS) und der
chronischen Prostatitis (CP)
Authors: Peuker Elmar T.
Published: August 2023

Urologische Erkrankungen betreffen ein großes Klientel auch
außerhalb der fachärztlichen Versorgung. Das chronische
Beckenschmerzsyndrom (CPPS) ist eine der häufigsten Erkrankungen in der
Urologie und Gynäkologie und spielt auch in der allgemeinmedizinischen
und schmerztherapeutischen Praxis eine große Rolle. Die chronische
Prostatitis als Unterform des CPPS stellt die häufigste urologische
Diagnose beim unter 50-jährigen Mann dar und zeigt sich häufig
therapierefraktär. Hier kann die Akupunktur für sich und im
Zusammenspiel mit anderen Therapieverfahren nachweislich und neurophysiologisch
gut erklärbar zur Beschwerdelinderung beitragen.
Quo vadis Pflegeversicherung?
Authors: Bahnsen Lewe , Wild Frank
Published: August 2023

Die Alterung der deutschen Bevölkerung stellt die Pflegeversicherung
zunehmend vor Herausforderungen. Eine merkliche Zunahme der Zahl der
Pflegebedürftigen wird Druck auf die Finanzen insbesondere der Sozialen
Pflegeversicherung verursachen. In der Konsequenz wird der Beitragssatz
zukünftig ansteigen müssen, um Leistungsversprechen halten zu
können. Jüngste Reformen befeuern diese Notwendigkeit. Die
Politik ist deshalb gefordert, einen langfristigen und nachhaltigen Reformansatz
für die Pflege zu finden. Es bedarf grundlegender Strukturreformen, die
neben einer Weiterentwicklung der Finanzierung auch die Versorgungsinfrastruktur
im Blick haben.
Long-Term Clinical Outcomes of Single Crowns or Short Fixed Partial Dentures Supported by Short (≤6 mm) Dental Implants: A Systematic Review
Authors: Hashemi Sara , Tabatabaei Shivasadat , Baghaei Kimia , Fathi Amirhossein , Atash Ramin
Published: August 2023

Long-term clinical outcomes of short dental implants (≤6 mm) supporting single crowns or short fixed partial dentures have been reported differently in different studies and need more clarification. This systematic study evaluated the rate of bone loss (BL), the durability of implants equal to or shorter than 6 mm supporting single crowns or short fixed partial dentures, and prosthetic-related side effects during 5 years of follow-up. Five databases (PubMed, MEDLINE, Scopus, Google Scholar, and Cochrane) were electronically and manually searched for longitudinal studies with a follow-up period of 5 years or more until January 2023. The study question was, “Does the implant equal to or shorter than 6 mm affect BL and survival rate of the implant-supported prosthesis after 5 years of follow-up?”. From 752 identified articles, nine studies were selected for further evaluation. After 5 years of follow-up, most studies had more than 90% survival rate and the maximum BL was 0.54 mm. Still, in internal and external connections, these changes were not substantial. For example, screw loosening was the most common problem with implanted prostheses. Implants of 6 mm or shorter are a suitable treatment option in atrophic ridges with good durability and fewer side effects during a follow-up period of more than 5 years.
Risk Stratification of Early Breast Cancer (HR +/HER 2–) by CanAssist Breast and Its Corelation with Other Online Prognostic Tools: Experience from a Single Center
Authors: Bapna Ajay , Patni Sanjeev , Patni Nidhi , Gupta Anil Kumar , Samar Aseem Kumar , Ledwani Naresh , Gupta Tarachand , Agarwal Pawan
Published: August 2023

Introduction Risk assessment by various methods for HR +/HER2– early-stage breast cancer (EBC) patients help clinicians stratify risk and tailor individual treatment. Multiple prognostic tests are available, both free and expensive. Free prognostic tools, the Nottingham Prognostic Index (NPI), and modified Adjuvant Online (mAOL) rely on clinical parameters. CanAssist Breast (CAB) considers both clinical parameters and tumor biology for assessing the risk of recurrence.

Objectives The objective is to assess risk by CAB, NPI, and mAOL and discern the differences in the risk stratification in the EBC cohort of Bhagwan Mahaveer Cancer Hospital and Research Centre, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.

Methods Study cohort comprises 100 patients. Risk concordance was assessed by the kappa correlation coefficient and restratification analysis between risk groups of CAB, NPI, and mAOL was assessed using a two-sided p-value.

Results Cohort was predominated by patients aged above 50, with T2/N0/G2 tumors. Low-risk (LR) and high-risk (HR) proportions by CAB, NPI, and mAOL were 67:33, 19:81, and 14:86, respectively. Across both age groups, CAB stratified more patients as LR compared with NPI and mAOL. In subgroups of patients with N0, G2, and T2 tumors, CAB identified significantly (p < 0.0001) higher (3–8 times) patients as LR than NPI and mAOL. In patients with T1/G1 tumors, risk proportions were similar by all three tools. Interestingly, CAB LR (57%) was four times that of NPI (14%) in the N1 subgroup. In G3 tumors CAB LR was 13%. mAOL failed to identify LR in the N1 and G3 subgroups and NPI in the G3 subgroup. There was poor agreement between CAB and NPI/mAOL (k 0.14 [95% confidence interval: 0.03–0.24]/0.11 [0.02–0.20]). Up to 11% of mAOL/NPI LR were detected as HR by CAB and up to 63% of mAOL and NPI HR as LR by CAB.

Conclusion Prognostication by tools that use clinical parameters alone might be inadequate. Prognostication using CAB that integrates critical biomarkers indicative of tumor biology along with clinical parameters could be significant. The earlier published data on CAB across various ethnic cohorts and its comparable performance with Oncotype DX makes CAB a relevant prognostic test in HR +/HER2– EBC to make decisions on chemotherapy use.