bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Russian-Vietnamese trade: dynamics of rapprochement under the conditions of restrictions
Authors:   The Economic Research Institute FEB RAS, Izotov D.A.
Published: December 2023

The purpose of this study is to test two hypotheses. First hypothesis: in the long term, there has been a tendency to reduce trade barriers between Russia and Vietnam. The second hypothesis: the rapprochement of the two countries took place under the conditions of the negative influence of geopolitical factors on Russia’s foreign trade, which also include sanctions against the Russian economy. It is shown that, despite the small share of Vietnam in Russia's foreign trade Russian-Vietnamese trade turnover had a long-term increase. It was determined that the reduction of reciprocal trade barriers was facilitated by the accession of Russia and Vietnam to the WTO and creation of a free trade zone between the countries. Transformation of the commodity structure of the Russian-Vietnamese trade has been revealed: investment goods dominated in exports from Russia to Vietnam until 2010, followed by the raw materials; in imports from Vietnam to Russia TNC enterprises’ electronic and electrical industry products began to predominate since the 2010th. Estimates showed that trade barriers between Russia and Vietnam decreased (the border effect in 2022 was 55.4 p.p. lower compared to 1995), confirming the existence of long-term trade and economic rapprochement between these countries. It was determined that the lowest values of barriers between Russia and Vietnam were after the free trade zone creation. However, the attraction between the two economies is weaker than with other closer and larger trading partners (economies). The estimates confirmed the noticeable negative impact of geopolitical factors on Russia's foreign trade. It is assumed that trade between Russia and Vietnam, on the one hand, will be restrained by sanctions against the Russian economy, and on the other hand, will be supported on the basis of political ties between the two countries, as well as the specifics of the functioning of the Russian-Vietnamese enterprises.
Dynamics of institutional conditions for regional development and strategic prospects for the resource sector of the Khabarovsk territory
Authors:   The Economic Research Institute FEB RAS, Antonova N.E. , Lomakina N.V. ,   The Economic Research Institute FEB RAS
Published: December 2023

Direction and dynamics of development of raw materials industries (mining and forest complexes) in the structure of diversified economy of the Khabarovsk territory in the context of implementation of the policy of accelerated development of the regions of the Far-Eastern federal district have been studied. Results of the impact of key instruments of this policy on the structural and dynamic parameters of the resource sector and the growth of its importance in the economy of the Khabarovsk territory are analyzed. It is shown that as a part of adjustment of the system of state regulation in the Russian Federation in the new geo-economic conditions, instruments of state support and measures of active influence on the structural parameters of raw materials industries are being formed in order to their industrial diversification. Institutional conditions are identified and project prospects for such diversification for the resource sector of the Khabarovsk territory economy are shown.
Sustainability of regional budgets in the Russian Far East
Authors:   The Federal Autonomous Research Institution «The Eastern State Planning Center», Novitskiy A.A. , Shevchenko I. A. ,   The Federal Autonomous Research Institution «The Eastern State Planning Center»
Published: December 2023

Some approaches to assessing the fiscal sustainability of regions used in the public administration and research are considered. The need to apply comprehensive assessment of fiscal sustainability, covering a wide range of aspects, is argued. Key indicators characterizing the fiscal sustainability of the regions of the Far East are analyzed: budget dependency, public debt level, capital investment share, etc. Based on the ratings of the constituent entities of the Russian Federation, comparative estimates for the Far-Eastern regions in 2020–2022 were obtained characteristics and parameters that require the most attention to improve the budget sustainability and overcome the lag behind the most regions of the country were identified.
Socio-economic sustainability of rural areas of the Far East with a special regime of environmental management (on the example of Republic of Buryatia)
Authors:   The the Baikal institute of nature management, the Siberian branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Ivanova S. N.
Published: December 2023

Abstract. The article provides an assessment of socio-economic sustainability of rural areas of the Republic of Buryatia using the developed and tested methodology. It is noted that indicators of infrastructure provision, transport accessibility of rural areas, the level and quality of life of the population living in them are significantly inferior to urban ones, which leads to inter-territorial inequality and increased outflow of the rural population. It was revealed that in the structure of rural settlements of the Republic of Buryatia, sparsely populated ones predominate (26.2% with a population of less than 100 people; 16.6% – 101–200 people and 24.9% – 201–500 people), with In this case, more than a third of the rural population lives in settlements with a population of more than 5,000 people. The difficulties of developing rural areas are due to the fact that they are subject to social, economic, demographic, environmental and other challenges. Rural territories were differentiated according to the integral index of social and economic sustainability of rural territories. Groups of rural areas with high, medium and low levels of socio-economic sustainability have been identified. The socio-economic development of rural areas within the boundaries of which the Central Ecological Zone of the Baikal Natural Territory lies is constrained by the legal framework in which significant restrictions in economic activity prevail. The study used comparative analysis and economic-statistical methods. The information base was data from the Federal State Statistics Service. In territories with a special regime of environmental management, the goals of preserving the unique natural environment must be accompanied by the creation of conditions for improving the quality of life of the population. The main conclusions and recommendations can be used by authorities when improving the system for comprehensive assessment of socio-economic sustainability and when developing programs for the socio-economic development of rural areas.
Application of Artificial Intelligence to Diagnosis of Laryngeal Lesions Using Laryngoscopy
Authors: Lee Young Chan
Published: December 2023

Laryngeal diseases have a significant impact on quality of life and often require timely and accurate diagnosis for effective management. Conventional methods of diagnosis, such as manual inspection of laryngoscopic images, have limitations in terms of accuracy and efficiency. The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning techniques in laryngoscopic image analysis has emerged as a promising approach to enhance diagnostic accuracy, streamline workflow, and improve patient outcomes. This review paper provides an in-depth analysis of the recent advancements in AI-driven laryngoscopic image analysis for the diagnosis of laryngeal diseases, also covering methodologies, challenges, and future prospects.
Long Term Effect of Echinochrome A on the Extracellular Matrix of Vocal Folds Lamina Propria in Ovariectomized Rats
Authors: Kim Ji-Min , Shin Sung-Chan , Cheon Yong-Il , Lee Byung-Joo
Published: December 2023

Background and Objectives Voice problems after menopause are caused by extracellular matrix (ECM) changes in the vocal fold lamina propria. Echinochrome A (ECH), which is known to a strong anti-oxidant, was injected into ovariectomized rats (OVX) to evaluate the effect on the ECM of the vocal fold lamina propria.Materials and Method Sprague-Dawley female rats were randomly divided into three groups as follows: group I (sham-operated rats, SHAM), group II (OVX), group III (ovariectomized rats injected with ECH, OVX+ECH). Rats were sacrificed 12 weeks after ovariectomy.Results ECH treatment had no effect on the levels of estradiol and expression of estrogen receptor β in vocal fold. The expression of Has2 and Has3 were decreased in the OVX and increased with ECH treatment. The expression of Col1a1, Col1a2, and Col3a1 were decreased in the OVX group, but significantly elevated in the OVX+ECH group. The expression of Eln was decreased in the OVX group, but the level of Eln increased in the OVX+ECH group. The expression of matrix metalloproteinases (MMP)-1, 8, and 9 was increased in the OVX group, but the expression of MMP-1 and 8 were decreased after ECH treatment. ECH treatment had no effect on 4-hydroxynonenal in vocal fold, superoxide dismutase, catalase, and glutathione peroxidase were decreased in the OVX and increased with ECH treatment.Conclusion It was confirmed that ECH injection for 12 weeks suppressed changes in collagen, elastin, and MMPs expression caused by menopause. These findings suggest that ECH can be used as a novel alternative therapy for postmenopausal voice changes.
The pattern of emergency department utilization in pediatric patients who underwent interfacility transfers from the emergency department: a nationwide population-based study in South Korea, 2016-2018
Authors: Kim Min-Jee , Kim Youn-Jung , Ahn Shin , Kim Won Young
Published: December 2023

Purpose: The shortage of pediatric emergency care has become a significant societal issue. This study investigated the usage pattern of emergency departments (EDs) by pediatric patients who underwent interfacility transfers (IFTs) in South Korea, focusing on cases involving single and double IFTs.Methods: This nationwide cross-sectional study included all pediatric patients (< 19 years) who underwent IFTs at regional and local emergency medical centers from 2016 through 2018, using data from the National Emergency Department Information System. After excluding unidentified cases, clinical features and ED use patterns were compared between patients with single IFT, i.e., an IFT after the initial ED visit, and those with double IFT, i.e., a sequential transfer from one medical facility to another.Results: Among 20,888 pediatric cases of IFTs in the ED, 21.0% of disease cases (3,070/14,624) and 11.4% of injury cases (691/6,038) experienced double IFTs. The double-transfer group showed a lower proportion of high acuity than the single-transfer group (22.6% vs. 15.0%; P < 0.001). However, median values of ED length of stay were longer in the double-transfer group, regardless of type of cases (disease: 163 minutes [single] vs. 218 minutes [double]; injury, 111 minutes vs. 172 minutes; all Ps < 0.001). Guardian’s request was a substantial reason for double IFT (disease, 29.9% [919/3,070]; injury, 56.4% [390/691]).Conclusion: Double IFT is common in pediatric patients and strains medical resources, regardless of severity. The high occurrence of double IFT driven by guardians’ requests rather than medical emergencies underscores the need for improved awareness of the emergency medical system among pediatric patients’ caregivers.
Measuring the efficiency of government-owned banks during the COVID-19 pandemic in the emerging economy
Authors: Ikhwan Ihsanul , Thaker Mohamed Asmy Mohd Thas , Thaker Hassanudin Mohd Thas
Published: December 2023

This study aims to examine the technical efficiency of Indonesian government-owned banks, especially evaluating their performance during the COVID-19 pandemic. We used quarterly data ranging from the year 2019 to 2022 and a non-parametric approach known as a data envelopment analysis (DEA), and Tobit regression. Our findings show that Bank Rakyat Indonesia (BRI) and Bank Tabungan Nasional (BTN) are the most efficient and stable banks during the observation periods. In addition, the average efficiency trend shows a sharp decreasing trend in all banks from Q2 2020, the period when the COVID-19 pandemic began to spread in Indonesia. Furthermore, the Tobit regression result found that financial ratios — capital adequacy ratio (CAR), loan-to-deposit ratio (LDR), and return on assets (ROA) — have a significant positive impact to affect the efficiency level of the government-owned bank, whereas the bank’s size was found insignificant (Susamto et al., 2023; Ikhwan & Riani, 2022). The paper contributes to the body of knowledge by specifically focusing on measuring the relative efficiency of government-owned banks in Indonesia in the most recent period in addition to existing, which represents the period before and during the pandemic crisis, which would fill the gaps in the available literature.
Delirium in the Oncology Patient: Case Report
Authors: RA Verónica
Published: December 2023

Delirium is an alteration of attention or consciousness accompanied by a change in basic cognition, which manifests as a decreased ability to direct, focus, maintain and shift attention. In the postoperative period it can be a factor that reduces the quality of life and perioperative outcome in cancer patients. It has been associated with increased in-hospital stay and morbidity and mortality. The following is the case of a 61-year-old patient who underwent an exploratory laparotomy and presented with hypoactive delirium with transition to hyperactive delirium in the first postoperative hours. Postoperative delirium occurs in 10-60% of patients, and its incidence is higher in older patients. It may present as a hyperactive, hypoactive state or with a mixed component, a key feature of this etiology being its fluctuating behavior between these states. Primary prevention of postoperative delirium requires a multimodal approach, the first-line measures being non-pharmacological interventions.
Treatment for Striae Alba with Poly-L-Lactic Acid : A Pilot Study
Authors: DMG Cunha
Published: December 2023

Background: Striae distensae is a common dermatological impairment leading to a therapeutic challenge. Many treatments are available; however, these treatments usually incur risks of hyperpigmentation and bad scar healing related to the phototype of the patient. Poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) could improve the area due to its biostimulatory properties. Objective: to demonstrate the improvement of white striae after PLLA application. Methods: This was a pilot study conducted in adults with symmetrical and bilateral white striae, 1-4 mm wide, located on the gluteal or abdominal region. Photographs for register of the improve, a questionnaire about adverse events, and ultrasonography, to analyze the skin thickness of the striae area pré and post application, were done before and after 3 and 6 months of the last application of PLLA. Three monthly applications were performed in the affected area, using 0.04 ml of the product retro-injected into the deep dermis and superficial hypodermis at the center of each square. The area is 10x10 cm around 64 squares for application. Results: All patients have described an improvement in the area, with minimal adverse events. Ultrasonography images have shown an increase in the dermal thickness in the striae area. Conclusion: PLLA application showed to be a good alternative to treat striae in abdominal and gluteal area
The Mawlid Tradition of Muhammad in Sudan
Authors: Mabrur Muhamad Shofwan , Dou Ahmad , Fadhlurrahman M. Bintang
Published: December 2023

Sufi in Sudan have the unique ways of preaching and spiritual practices, contributing to Sudan's reputation as the "land of a thousand Dervishes." The religious spirit in Sudan fosters a deep love for the Quran and unique traditions that reflect their faith in murshids and the Prophet's descendants. This study aims to provide an overview and mufassir interpretation of the tradition of the Prophet Muhammad's Mawlid in Sudan, which is unique compared to other countries. This research is qualitative, with the characteristics of dissecting documents and several journal articles that match. The author also took data from various articles in the mass media and journals to strengthen this research information. This type of research is library research and different kinds of unstructured interview methods by various sources. The results of this study show that the celebration of the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad in Sudan has its uniqueness, including setting up tents in the field filled with various congregations. It is filled with readings of suluk, poetry, and stories of the Prophet Muhammad's missionary struggle. Then, one of the mufassir's interpretations of this tradition, namely As-Suyuti. He believed that traditions like this are a profound gratitude to God, the creator of His creatures, Allah, for the birth and creation of humans as a mercy for the entire universe.
Potential Blood-based Biomarkers for Cognitive Frailty: A Narrative Review
Authors:   Collaborative Drug Discovery Research (CDDR) Group, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Cawangan Selangor, Kampus Puncak Alam, 42300 Bandar Puncak Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia., Wan Nazahar Wan Suraya , Siong Meng Lim , Abdul Majeed Abu Bakar , Ramasamy Kalavathy
Published: December 2023

Cognitive frailty (CF), which refers to the coexistence of physical frailty and cognitive impairment, is predicted to rise as the global aged population continues to grow. As such, reliable biomarkers are needed to facilitate diagnosis. It is hypothesised that blood-based biomarkers, which are non-invasive, simple and inexpensive, may be useful for diagnosis of CF. The current narrative review was undertaken to perform a literature search of journals on blood-based biomarkers for CF published between 2016-2021 and to critically review the relevant journals. The literature search for published journals was performed using ScienceDirect and PubMed, and was facilitated by a combination of keywords which included blood biomarkers and CF. Further to the processes of screening and checking of published literature for eligibility based on inclusion and exclusion criteria, 19 articles were shortlisted and critically reviewed. Basically, tryptophan, C-reactive protein (CRP), total cholesterol and vitamin D were found to be the major blood-based biomarkers for CF as they were all reported by at least 2 studies. On average, tryptophan levels in CF group were 1.4 times lower than control. The majority of the blood-based biomarkers of CF were involved in amino acid (AA) metabolism and inflammatory response pathways. In general, blood- based biomarkers (i.e., tryptophan, CRP, total cholesterol and vitamin D) may be useful for diagnosis of CF but require further studies.
Microbial Biotransformation of Male Specific Pheromone α-Copaene with Cunninghamella elegans and Antibacterial Activity of Its Transformed Products
Authors:   Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Teknologi MARA Cawangan Selangor Kampus Puncak Alam, Bandar Puncak Alam, Selangor 42300, Malaysia, Ali Shah Syed Adnan , Atif Muhammad , Sultan Sadia , Erum Saira , Hussain Samreen
Published: December 2023

Pharmaceutical industries are increasingly turning to microbial transformation instead of chemical methods. This is because microbial biotransformation is a more effective way to produce pharmacologically active molecules with high specificity and efficient yield. Additionally, it is a step towards eco-friendly synthesis. α-Copaene (1), a tricyclic sesquiterpene, is a potent attractant of the male Mediterranean fruit fly Ceratitis capitata. This paper presents the utilization of the filamentous fungus Cunninghamella elegans TSY 0865 for large-scale biotransformation of 1. α-Copaene (1) has been incubated with Cunninghamella elegans for 11 days and extracted with CH2Cl2. Four new hydroxylated metabolites 10,13-dihydroxycopaene (2); 11,13-dihydroxycopaene (3); 11-hydroxycopaen-5-one (4); and 11-hydroxy-13-copaenic acid (5) were afforded. The structures of the new metabolites were elucidated by 1D (1H, 13C) and 2D NMR (COSY, HMBC, HMQC, and NOESY) techniques and MS analyses. Metabolite 5 exhibited significant antibacterial activity against Bacillus subtilis and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.
Understanding Second-hand Smoke (SHS) Exposure among University Students in Selangor and Perak, Malaysia: Role of Parents and Peers
Authors:   Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Selangor Branch, 42300 Bandar Puncak Alam, Selangor, Malaysia, Saberi Siti Mariana Anis
Published: December 2023

Second-hand smoke (SHS) exposure remains a significant public health concern worldwide, posing various adverse effects on individual health during both short- and long-term exposures. University students in Malaysia are particularly at risk due to the potential influence of parents and peers on their SHS exposure. However, there is a lack of comprehensive research exploring the extent of this influence and its implications for effective intervention strategies. This cross-sectional study administered an online questionnaire to 387 students from two universities in Selangor and Perak. Prevalence rates of SHS exposure were determined, and factors associated with exposure were identified through descriptive and multivariable logistic regression analysis. Almost half (49.9%) of the participants had been exposed to SHS. Female students had a reduced risk of exposure by more than half compared to male students (p = 0.050). Meanwhile, those who had a smoking parent and smoking friends had approximately four times (p = 0.000) and two times (p = 0.002) the increased likelihood of being exposed to SHS, respectively, then those who did not. Participants with higher household income (p = 0.000) and higher mothers’ educational attainment (p = 0.028) had a significantly lower risk of SHS exposure. In conclusion, gender, parental smoking, peer smoking, and socioeconomic status were identified as factors associated with SHS exposure. Parental and peer awareness and understanding of SHS risk must be enhanced to minimise its exposure among their children and friends. Hence, health policymakers should address strategies such as ongoing public awareness campaigns, the extension of a smoking ban on advertising, promotion, and marketing of tobacco products, and rules for smoking prohibition at home to drive Malaysia’s effort towards a smoke-free generation.
Pembinaan Anak Jalanan di Rumah Singgah Dinas Sosial Kota Palu
Authors: Sajira Sajira , Samsinas  , Zuhra
Published: December 2023

Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa pembinaan anak jalanan di rumah singgah dinas sosial kota Palu, mempunyai beberapa program yaitu; (1) pembinaan spiritual, (2) pembinaan rileks, dan (3) pembinaan resosialisasi. Dari tiga program tersebut dapat memenuhi kebutuhan anak jalanan. Selain itu faktor penghambat dalam pembinaan anak jalanan di rumah singgah dinas sosial kota Palu ialah (1) faktor internal yaitu setiap anak jalanan memiliki karakter yang berbeda sehingga membuat petugas kesulitan dalam menangani, keterbatasan fasilitas dan kurangnya petugas. (2) faktor eksternal yaitu akibat putus sekolah dapat mempengaruhi kemampuan  mereka dari segi pengetahuan atau pun dalam memperbaiki diri, dan kurangnya anggaran dalam memenuhi kebutuhan para anak jalanan. Serta faktor pendukungnya ialah (1) adanya sarana dan prasarana dari pemerintah, (2) pola pembinaan yang diberikan dengan baik, dan (3) dukungan dari masyarakat
Strategi Badan Komunikasi Pemuda Remaja Mesjid Indonesia (BKPRMI) Dalam Pembinaan Taman Pendidikan Al-Qur’an (TPA) Di An-Ni’mah Kecamatan Palu Timur Kota Palu
Authors: Pingki safirah  , Ihsan Alim , Alimuddin Nurwahidah
Published: December 2023

Hasil dari penelitian ini menentukkan bahwa Strategi Badan Komunikasi Pemuda Remaja Mesjid Indonesia (BKPRMI) Dalam Pembinaan Taman Pendidikan Al-Qur’an (TPA) Di An-Ni’mah Kecamatan Palu Timur Kota Palu yaitu (a) sangat berpengaruh terhadap pengetahuan agam, (b) pemberian perhatian sekecil terhadap keinginan anak-anak atau santri untuk belajar. Adapun faktor penghambat dan pendukung dalam penelitian ini ada 2 yaitu faktor internal dan eskternal. Faktor internal antara lain; kurangnya konsistennya santri untuk hadir dalam pembelajaran sehingga materi yang sudah diberikan membuat mereka mengulang kembali kepada santri yang jarang hadir. Sedangkan faktor eksternal antara lain; kurangnya fasilitas di TPA An-Ni’mah Kecamatan Palu Timur Kota Palu . Selanjutnya Faktor pendukung  dari luar (eksternal) antara lain; Adapun pihak-pihak yang membantu adalah pemerintah Kecamatan Palu Timur serta seluruh elemen masyarakat baik dari tokoh masyarakat, tokoh perempuan dan tokoh pemuda.
Analysis of settlement parameters of architecture faculties on university campus
Authors: Doraj Parisa , Özyılmaz Havva , Akar Ümit
Published: December 2023

The selection of a suitable place for an activity is an important decision made for a project, which requires assessing it from different points of view. Educational use is one of the most complicated and substantial uses in urban space that requires precise and logical attention to its location and neighborhood with similar and consistent uses. Faculties of universities are educational spaces that should be protected against physical and moral damage to create a healthy educational environment. To do this, it is necessary to find and assess the factors affecting the location of educational spaces. The extant study aimed at finding and assessing the factors affecting the location of educational spaces to locate art and architecture schools or faculties in 4 important universities. The present study is applied developmental research in terms of nature and descriptive-analytical in terms of method. This study used the AHP (Analytical Hierarchy Process) weighing and controlled the prioritization through the TOPSIS (Technique for Order Preference by Similarity) technique in the methodology phase. Since there was no criterion and metric for these centers, six were chosen as the primary metrics after reviewing the relevant theoretical foundations, early investigations, and collecting effective data. Finally, the results indicated the most important factors of vehicular or roadway access, pedestrian access, slope, parking, adjacency, neighborhood, and area. Among the mentioned factors, pedestrian access (w: 0.4231) had the highest weight and was the priority in the location of architecture faculty in studied campuses and areas inside the universities.
Seed priming and GA3 field application enhanced growth, yield and postharvest quality of okra
Authors: Dhakal Saroj , Hassan Jahidul , Rajib Md. Mijanur Rahman , Ghosh Totan Kumar , Gomasta Joydeb , Biswas Md. Sanaullah , Ozaki Yukio , Shanta Shayla Hedayet , Rahman Md. Mamunur
Published: December 2023

Highly nutritive and antioxidants-enriched okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) gets sub-optimal field yield due to the irregular germination coupled with non-synchronized harvests. Hence, the research aimed at assessing the combined impact of seed priming and field-level gibberellic acid (GA3) foliar spray on the yield and post-harvest quality of okra. The lab studies were conducted using a complete randomized design (CRD), while the field trials were performed following a factorial randomized complete block design (RCBD) with three replications. Okra seeds were subjected to ten different priming methods to assess their impact on seed germination and seeding vigor. In the premier step, okra seeds were subjected to ten different priming methods, like hydro priming for 6, 12, and 18 h, halo priming with 3% NaCl at 35 ℃, 45 ℃, and 60 ℃, acid priming with 80% H2SO4 for 2.5, 5, and 10 min. Based on the observation, hydro priming for 12 h exhibited the best germination rate (90%), followed by halo seed priming at 60 ℃ and acid priming for 5 min. Furthermore, the halo priming at 60 ℃ demonstrated the greatest seedling vigor index (1965), whereas acid priming for 5 min resulted in favorable outcomes in terms of early emergence in 2.66 days. In addition, varying concentrations of GA3 (0, 100, 200, and 300 ppm) were also administered to the best three primed seedlings for evaluating their field performance. The findings indicated that applying GA3 at a concentration of 300 ppm to seedlings raised through acid priming (80% H2SO4 for 5 min) resulted in improved leaf length, reduced time to flowering (first and 50%) and harvest, increased pod diameter, individual pod weight, and yield per plant (735.16 g). Additionally, the treatment involving GA3 at 300 ppm with halo priming (3% NaCl) at 60 ℃ exhibited the longest shelf life (21 days) of okra with the lowest levels of rotting (6.73%) and color change (1.12) in the polyethylene storage condition.
Optimizing Manual Assembly Operations: Ergonomics Analysis and Human-Robot Collaboration
Authors: Petruse Radu Emanuil , Vlad Silvana Maria
Published: December 2023

This paper aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the field of ergonomics, with a specific focus on the application of virtual simulation in the context of manual assembly stations assisted by collaborative robots. The theoretical part of this paper presents a concise introduction to the origins and key figures in the field of ergonomics, highlighting the importance and relevance of this discipline. It also discusses the current methods of ergonomic evaluation and the necessary steps involved in conducting such assessments. Furthermore, it delves into the existing standards, associations, and organizations related to ergonomics, as well as the software solutions available for ergonomic analysis. A case study is presented which demonstrates how to perform an ergonomic analysis using the Ergonomics Evaluation module within the 3D Experience platform. The methodology follows a systematic approach, starting with a physical environment simulation to identify key positions for virtual evaluation. These positions are then simulated using a representative 3D model of the assembly station and selected manikins. The chosen ergonomic analysis method is tailored to the specific movements involved in the assembly activity.
Research on the Analysis and Impact of Internet Celebrity Economy on Consumers’ Irrational Buying Behavior in the Big Data Environment
Authors: Ke Binbin , Wel Che Aniza Che
Published: December 2023

In the context of big data, the internet celebrity economic marketing model has gradually become one of the mainstream online marketing models. Internet celebrities use their special influence and characteristics of the times to bring revolutionary changes to product promotion. This phenomenon carries more economic value and has significant social impact. At the same time, the development of the Internet celebrity economy has triggered concerns that irrational consumer behaviour may disrupt the e-commerce market. This paper investigates the influence of the Internet celebrity economy on consumers’ irrational purchase behaviour in this environment. To do so, the K-means clustering method is utilized to collect data on both internet celebrity economies and consumers’ irrational buying behaviour. The study develops a research model with the independent variables of internet celebrities’ professional degree, credibility, and fan attraction, and the dependent variable of consumers’ buying behaviour, with consumers’ buying sentiment serving as an intermediary variable. The empirical analysis demonstrates that the Internet celebrity economy significantly impacts consumers’ irrational purchase behaviour, with higher levels of professionalism, credibility, and fan attraction among internet celebrities associated with greater likelihoods of irrational consumer purchasing. Based on these findings, two strategies are proposed to mitigate irrational purchasing behaviour: improving the professional quality of internet celebrities and promoting rational consumer buying practices.
Beneath the surface of compliant pupil behaviour: On how individuals in heterogeneous classes position themselves towards lessons’ content-based requirements
Authors: Koßmann Raphael
Published: December 2023

By complying with their “job”, i.e., completing the tasks set for them by teachers, pupils develop their subject skills. They do this in a classroom setting where they can perceive each other regarding their abilities. Besides content learning, pupils, thus, also have to position themselves emotionally and action-practically towards the content-based tasks in the class context. Which corresponding reaction patterns are observable is an open research question, especially concerning the comparison between pupils taught curriculum-accordantly and those with special educational needs in learning (SEN-L) when educated in inclusive classrooms. Therefore, for this preliminary study, twenty semi-structured interviews were examined, in which the pupils were asked about what and how they had learned in the previous lessons. Data analyses were carried out using a mixed-methods approach. Distinct positioning patterns could be reconstructed, which were not strictly linked to the pupils’ level of content understanding. Furthermore, there were no significant differences between the positioning patterns of pupils with and without SEN-L, which could also be due to the comprehensive use of differentiated instruction methods in the respective lessons. In about half of the interviews, reaction patterns emerged that indicated superficially compliant participation in class but inward distancing.
Metacognition’s potential for Existentialism in classrooms
Authors: Ozturk Nesrin
Published: December 2023

The instrumentality and standardization of education may be important for functioning in contemporary societies. However, reducing education to measurable competencies may result in the loss of human value. Indeed, education becomes real when it relates to the reality of individuals. Existentialist education focuses on students’ freedom and agency; however, it is criticized for not having coherent and convincing educational guides. This analytical comparison paper argues that the premises of Existentialism and the components of metacognition may interact. While metacognitive awareness and thinking for essence lays the ground for individuality and autonomy, metacognitive knowledge relates to self-knowledge and not accepting ready-made concepts through self-questioning and dialogic encounters. Also, metacognitive experiences might mimic existential crises where individuals engage in highly conscious thinking during which metacognitive knowledge and regulation simultaneously help the individual deal with failure or anxiety. During such experiences, metacognitive regulation might facilitate individuals’ free choices and responsible engagement when building the self or handling difficulties. In this sense, enhancing metacognition may help individuals’ transition to the existing phase by building adequate self-knowledge and regulating thinking. This paper, finally, describes a set of pedagogies for fostering metacognition that could potentially facilitate existential attitudes or behaviors in mainstream classrooms.
The Power of Words - Unveiling the Depths of Verbal Violence
Authors: Sinani Bujar
Published: December 2023

This research explores the nuanced realm of verbal violence, investigating its manifestations, consequences, and broader societal impact. Inspired by Albanian proverbs like “Words kill more than bullets” and “The tongue has no bones but can break them,” the study employs a multidimensional approach, integrating linguistic, sociological, and psychological perspectives. Analyzing various cultural definitions, the research unveils the complex nature of verbal violence, extending beyond simple exchanges to acts that seek to control, coerce, and inflict emotional pain. Emphasizing the urgent need for awareness, understanding, and mitigation in today’s communication-centric world, the study navigates linguistic landscapes, revealing nuances reflective of the universal struggle to communicate without causing harm. Drawing on works by different authors, the research highlights verbal violence’s multifaceted nature, encompassing acts of force, contempt, and challenges to honesty. The paper concludes by underlining the hidden, yet potent wounds caused by verbal violence, advocating for collective efforts to foster communication promoting understanding, empathy, and positive change.
Non-Invasive Measurement of Oxygen Metabolism. Part 2: New Techniques in PET and MRI
Authors: Postnov Andrey A. , Kalaeva Diana B. , Balakhonov Anton B. , Pronin Igor’ N.
Published: December 2023

Oxygen metabolism is a key factor in the life of a living organism. The article is the second part of a review of methods for measuring oxygen metabolism.

Purpose. The aim of this review is to provide an insight into newly developed perfusion measurement techniques based on MRI and CT comparing their accuracy with the “gold standard” H215O PET measurements and describing their role in today’s clinical practice.

Materials and methods. More than 200 Pubmed publications were analyzed for the keywords “perfusion, MRI, CT, ASL, oxygen metabolism”. Relevant publications that do not contain these keywords or contain them in a different wording were also studied.

Results. This review selected 49 publications describing CT and MR perfusion using contrast agents and MR ASL perfusion. Examples of the use of the described methods in fundamental research and applied medicine are given.

Conclusion. The quantitative results obtained using novel non-invasive molecular imaging techniques are in most cases comparable to H215O PET data, which opens the way for broad use of MRI and CT perfusion and oxygen metabolism measurements in clinical practice.
Ultrasound predictors of severe acute pancreatitis
Authors: Rudenko Valeria A. , Kakaulina Lucia N. , Kakaulin Andrey G. , Karamova Irina M. , Faizova Aliia I.
Published: December 2023

The objective of our study was to disclosed efficiency of  ultrasound for the  prediction of the severity of acute pancreatitis (AP).

Material and Methods. Our study included 322 hospitalized patients with AP. We studied and compare the efficacy of clinical scoring systems and radiologic data.

Results. Ultrasound findings showed sensitivity (Se) 72,9%, and specificity (Sp) 89,3% compared with the clinical scoring systems (Se from 27,1% to 48,6%, Sp from 80,3% to 100%, AUC from 0,538 to 0,645) and computed tomography (Se 85,4%, Sp 89,5%). Ultrasound showed a trend of a higher AUC in the prediction of severe AP (0.811) compared with the clinical scoring systems (0,538 до 0,645) and computed tomography (AUC 0,854).

Conclusions. Abdominal ultrasound examination is a useful method for early prediction of the severity of acute pancreatitis.
Prognostic possibilities of CT in the diagnosis of chronic inflammatory complications of diverticular disease
Authors: Belov Denis M. , Zarodnyuk Irina V. , Moskalev Alexey I. , Maynovskaya Olga A.
Published: December 2023

Objective: to determine the diagnostic effectiveness of computed tomography (CT) in predicting the course of the disease in patients with chronic inflammatory complications of diverticular disease (DD).Material and methods. The study included 70 patients with a complicated course of colon diverticular disease in the phase of exacerbation of the chronic inflammatory process. All patients underwent CT of the abdominal cavity with intravenous contrast to assess the type and severity of inflammatory changes in the colon and surrounding tissues in the area of localization of diverticula. All patients received conservative treatment and were monitored as part of the ongoing study for 12 months from the moment of initial treatment at the Center. Surgical intervention due to the ineffectiveness of conservative therapy or the recurrence of the inflammatory process during the established follow-up period was considered as an unfavorable outcome of the disease (42/60%). The positive effect of drug therapy without signs of a return of the clinical picture of inflammation within 12 months was considered as a favorable outcome (28/40%). A statistical analysis of CT signs of inflammatory changes in various DD outcomes was performed to identify prognostic CT parameters.Results. Statistically significant differences were revealed between the severity of inflammatory changes according to CT data for different outcomes of the disease. In the favorable outcome group, the main part (23/28.82%) were patients with diverticulitis, in the unfavorable outcome group, 2/3 of patients (29/42.64%) were diagnosed with pericolic infiltrates, including abscesses/cavities, and colon fistulas. It was found that the thickness of the intestinal wall, the extent of inflammatory changes in the intestinal wall, the extent of inflammatory infiltration of pericolic fiber, the symptom of “centipede”, the accumulation of fluid in the pericolic region statistically significantly differed with different outcomes of chronic inflammatory complications of diverticular disease. Мultivariate Cox proportional hazard model revealed two main predictors of the onset of an unfavorable outcome – thickening of the intestinal wall and the presence of fluid in the pericolic region. Thickening of the intestinal wall at values equal to or greater than 0,6 cm increased the risk of an unfavorable outcome by 4.69 times, and the presence of fluid by 4.52 times.Conclusion. The use in clinical practice of the revealed CT predictors of the onset of an unfavorable outcome in chronic inflammatory complications of DB can serve as one of the factors for deciding on elective surgery in this category of patients.
Celiac disease as a rare source of recurrent small intestinal bleeding
Authors: Kortieva Alena T. , Krushelnitskiy Vladimir S. , Gabriel Sergei A. , Dynko Viktor Yu. , Guchetl Aleksandr Yа.
Published: December 2023

Aim: study of the effectiveness of endoscopic interventions in complicated celiac disease.Material and methods. An electronic literature search was performed using databases: PubMed, Medline, Cochrane Library. A clinical case of a patient with small intestinal bleeding and celiac disease is described.Results. This literature review includes case reports, retrospective studies, and literature reviews. Presented is a clinical case of a patient who noted periodic discharge of blood from the anal canal for 2 years. According to esophagogastroduodenoscopy, erosive gastritis was detected, complicated by bleeding (the source was not identified) with suspected celiac disease. According to the histological conclusion, celiac disease is excluded. During hospitalization, it was decided to perform capsule endoscopy with balloon-assisted enteroscopy followed by a biopsy. According to the data of a comprehensive endoscopic examination of the small intestine, various defects of the mucous membrane with signs of ongoing bleeding were revealed. Endoscopic clipping of the identified defects was performed and a biopsy was taken. According to the results of histological examination, celiac disease complicated by small intestinal bleeding was diagnosed.Conclusions. The use of endoscopic therapeutic techniques avoids surgical interventions, and preserves the quality of life of the patient.
Financial and economic expert analysis when examining objective business bankruptcy: Bringing persons to subsidiary liability
Authors: KOZMENKOVA Svetlana V. , IZHNINA Lidiya P. , KISELEVA Irina A.
Published: December 2023

Subject. This article discusses the issues related to the bankruptcy of organizations and the conduct of financial and economic expert examination in cases of bringing the debtor controlling persons to subsidiary liability during the investigation of the bankruptcy of organizations.
Objectives. The article aims to study the peculiarities of the methodology of financial and economic expert examination as a form of application of special knowledge in cases of bringing persons controlling the debtor in the investigation of bankruptcy of organizations to subsidiary liability.
Methods. For the study, we used analysis, synthesis, systematization, and generalization.
Results. Based on the results of the study, the article presents the goal, subject, and also determines the types of the mentioned financial and economic expert examination.
Conclusions and Relevance. The analysis of financial and economic expert examination in cases of bringing persons to subsidiary liability in the consideration of bankruptcies of organizations reveals the lack of regulated and standardized methods, which complicates the work and may raise questions among interested parties. The efficiency of the expert's work is increased with the use of programs for working with analytical tables for financial analysis, which require digitized financial statements and other information that constitutes the object of expert examination. The results of the study can be applied in the theory and practice of financial control and financial and economic expert examination.
Conceptual framework for integrated reporting: Analyzing the content of general provisions
Authors: PLOTNIKOV Viktor S. , PLOTNIKOVA Olesya V.
Published: December 2023

Subject. The article considers the content of conceptual foundations of integrated reporting aimed at assessing the value of business.
Objectives. We focus on proving the expediency and necessity to present integrated reporting for financial capital providers and other users interested in business valuation.
Methods. The methodology of the research rests on recognition of the need to integrate information contained primarily in financial and management reporting, which are based on general economic theories of positive and normative economics, accounting theory and analysis, theory of finance, and the concept of sustainable development of the organization.
Results. The orientation of integrated reporting on assessment of business value and its elements (capital) presents a more objective and reliable picture of the financial situation of the organization compared to traditional financial statements focused on financial results of the organization.
Conclusions. The significance of the conducted research is determined by proving the need to develop a business accounting model that allows for the integration of information contained in financial and management reporting, reporting on sustainable development of the organization, and other types of reporting, enabling to generate integrated reporting on a cost basis that reflects the assessment of the value of business as a whole.
Factors associated with work-related musculoskeletal disorders among medical and surgical residents
Authors: Alanazi Faisal , Alanazi Abdullah , Alruwaili Khalid , Alruwaili Meshal , Albalawi Qais , Alqahtani Nawaf , Althunayyan Abdulaziz , khan Salahuddin
Published: December 2023

Objective:
This study was conducted to identify work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) among medical and surgical residents in Saudi Arabia and the possible associated risk factors.
Methods:
A cross-sectional study was conducted from January to June, 2023 among all medical and surgical residents working in the hospitals of Riyadh Second Health Cluster in Saudi Arabia. A previously validated, published and self-administered Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ) was distributed.
Results:
Out of 120 invited participants, 82 residents (response rate of 68.33%) were included in this study. Of which, 43 (52.4%) were general surgery residents and 39 (47.6%) were internal medicine residents. The most frequently reported anatomical sites for musculoskeletal complaints in the 12 months preceding the survey were the ankle/feet (51.2%), shoulder (48.8%), lower back (48.8%), and neck (46.5%). Multivariate logistic regression analysis revealed that the risk of having WMSDs among residents who practiced physical activity with a frequency of more than three times a week was 59% lower than those who never practiced exercise (adjusted odds ratio= 0.41; 95% confidence interval: 0.09–0.083, p = 0.003).
Conclusion:
A high proportion of young physicians working in general surgery or internal medicine reported WMSDs at different anatomical sites of the body. Therefore, they are recommended to attain comfortable body posture in operating/procedure rooms, perform regular physical exercise, and maintain normal body weight as preventive strategies against WMSDs.