bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
GREEN LOGISTICS AS AN OBJECT OF GREEN BUDGETING: THE EXAMPLE OF ELECTRIC VANS EXPLOIT INCENTIVISATION
Authors: ZHYBER T.V. , LIGONENKO L.O.
Published: June 2023

Abstract. The article is devoted to the application of financial-managerial tools of green budgeting in public policy implementation to stimulate such climate oriented business activity as green logistics at the example of need to enlarge electric vans exploiting in Ukraine. The aim of this article is to propose the financial and managerial tool of green budgeting organization to stimulate startups of electric vehicles producing for the more environment friendly exploitation of the transport within green logistics implementation. Equations for the financial calculations of future compensation within green budgeting and motivating interest rate of the loans for the e-vans buyers with the dwindling resources of the budgets is developed. The methodology is based on the application of financial calculations for the modelling the equations of the loans interest paying by case method. The results of the article show the application of financial technology, by developing and proposing the stimulation tool within green budgeting, which could be used for incentivisation green logistic by start-up's client to obtain more environment friendly transportation in linkage to sustainable public policy. Results of the case modelling prove the economy for the electric van buyer when it exchange on the van with internal combustion engine, which could be the reason to buy the e-vehicle from start-ups. Sturt-ups are interested to improve the e-vans configuration. The scientific novelty refers to the conception of the green budgeting and green logistics linkage in their synergy for the implementation such green logistic base as environment friendly transport. Incentive Coefficient of budget compensation described and applying on the example of vehicles renewal in the green logistics. The practical value of the paper includes the algorithm of regulation in green public policy and propose the tools of benefit interests for target budget loans. Further research may be necessary to develop recommendations for the use of particular indicators of calculations in dynamics of the green logistics components development. This will allow reduce the costs from budgets on the green policy targets providing.
IDENTIFICATION OF BEHAVIORAL FACTORS AND JUSTIFICATION OF THEIR ROLE IN DECISION-MAKING BY ENTITIES OF ENTREPRENEURIAL ACTIVITY IN CONDITIONS OF CONDITIONS
Authors: BENOVSKA LILIYA
Published: June 2023

The purpose of the article is to identify behavioral factors and justify the role in management decisions by business entities in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. Method. The following methods were used to conduct the study: abstract-logical, comparative analysis, graphic a visualization, statistical. Results. Based on the analysis, the peculiarities of the entrepreneur's behavior were clarified – his tendency to excessive self-confidence and optimism. Changes in business behavior in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic: losses at the beginning of the quarantine restrictions, when choosing the option of "closing the business" or "suspending" entrepreneurs under the influence of numerous behavioral factors (fear, illusion of control, trap effect, effect sorry) usually stop pedat the latter. The business found it self in a trapofinertiaanddidnotwanttoredistributebudgetsandfinancenewareas, instead try in gtore viveunprofi table. Scientific novelty. Behavioral factors of managerial decision-making by business entities in conditions of uncertainty have been identified by identifying the main components: cognitive prejudices, emotions, framing. Practical value. Studying the behavior of entrepreneurs in conditions of uncertainty avoids irrational decisions and their negative consequences.
ETHICAL ASPECTS OF SUPPLIER COMPANIES
Authors: KUSHNIR T.M.
Published: June 2023

Goal. The article defines the key areas of ethical behavior of supplier companies in the course of their activities on the market and in their relationships with their customers, employees, third parties, and the environment. Method. To realize the set goal, the article uses various general scientific and special methods of scientific research, in particular, the method of scientific abstraction, induction, deduction, synthesis, analysis, comparison, etc. The results. The key features that ethical suppliers should meet in order to form a positive image and reputation of them are outlined. In addition, key requirements for the ethical activity of suppliers in the context of such key positions as commercial good faith, fair competition, conflict of interest, control of international trade, confidentiality and intellectual property, confidentiality and data protection, identification of problems, fair marketing practices are defined. In addition, supplier organizations must ensure the protection of human rights in relation to their employees, direct funds to protect their health, and must also interact responsibly and conscientiously with the environment, ensuring the following aspects: inadmissibility of child labor, free choice of workplace, freedom of participation in associations , compliance with the schedule of work and rest, payment of wages, compliance with benefits, inclusiveness and diversity, absence of threats and harassment, occupational safety, process safety, product safety, environmental protection, water resources and waste management. Scientific novelty. A theoretical substantiation of the need to comply with ethical requirements by supplier companies in their professional activities and in relations with partners, clients and stakeholders for their more effective functioning on the market has been made. Practical significance. The obtained results of the conducted analysis are suitable for use in the process of developing codes of ethics of supplier companies in the domestic market, compliance with which will have a positive effect on the relationship between suppliers and their customers, will contribute to the formation of a positive business image of both the supplier company itself and those companies that interact with it.
INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS OF THE FINANCIAL MARKET IN THE CONDITIONS OF THE DIGITAL ECONOMY
Authors: TATARYNTSEVA YULIIA , PUSHKAR OLEKSANDR , NAZAROVA TETIANA , OSYPOVA SVITLANA
Published: June 2023

Abstract. The purpose of the article is to generalize modern innovative products of the financial market and justify the feasibility of their implementation in the conditions of the digital economy. The method of synthesis, analysis, structural method and the method of abstract-logical generalization are used to solve the researched scientific problem. Research results. The work summarizes the innovative fintech products of the Ukrainian market. The expediency of their implementation in the conditions of the digital economy is substantiated. It was revealed that in the fintech market of Ukraine, the majority of companies are at the stage of starting sales or business scaling, and only one in five is mature; there is a lack of accelerators to help early-stage companies grow. The main advantages of using fintech in modern conditions of development of the economy of Ukraine have been proven. Fintech companies are uniquely positioned to help digitize supply chains, enable mobile money agents and connect buyers through marketplaces to settle with companies; help bring financial services to digital platforms and offer portable benefits to better empower this growing segment of workers/suppliers as e-commerce and digital platforms rapidly transform our economy. Scientific novelty. The authors proved that in modern economic conditions, the development of the market of innovative financial technologies undergoes evolution and rapid development. Companies developing in this field must take into account various aspects of such evolution, including transition to digitalization of all areas of business. The article substantiates the advantages of fintech implementation for practical implementation by enterprises. Practical significance of the research. The development of the fintech market is an actual global trend. Financial technologies (FinTech) are key to the global growth of Ukraine's finances, and the digital economy is a new driving force for sustainable development and high-quality economic growth. Therefore, companies' understanding of the advantages of using modern innovative technologies in the financial sphere accelerates their development in this direction. The development of fintech products allows companies to increase their competitiveness and investment attractiveness in domestic and foreign markets.
INFORMATION SPACE
Authors: DANICH V.M. , SHEVCHENKO S.M.
Published: June 2023

The purpose. To investigate the concept of information space, to identify its types, to analyze its components, to study the mechanisms of formation of information spaces in modern conditions. Methods. The concept of both information and space, as well as their combination, is studied. The most common uses of the term "information space" in Ukrainian-language and English-language sources are identified. The mutual circulation of information both in real life and in the telecommunications space is studied. The mechanisms of formation of the individual's information space are studied. The concepts of "information space of the state" and "national information space" are considered, and their comparison is given. Results. The composition of the information space is clarified, objects – sources of information and transmission channels-are studied. For information sources, their hierarchy is given. Attention is paid to mass media and the subject of their functioning. The classification of mass media, their functions and features as social institutions are studied. The factors that influence the formation of an individual's information space are highlighted. The definition of the individual's information space is given. Examples of integrated information spaces and examples of disintegration of information spaces are given. Scientific novelty. The factors that influence the formation of an individual's information space are highlighted. The definition of mass media in a broad sense has been clarified. It is established that the basis of an individual's information space on the Internet is his personal social network, namely, the web PSN. A key factor in the formation of the individual's information space in our time is highlighted. The factors that encourage an individual to adjust their own information space are studied. Classification of subspaces of the individual's information space is given. Practical significance. The concept of information space is multi-valued and multifaceted. Identifying the components of the information space and its parameters, the relative location of existing information spaces and their place in the global information space will contribute to solving many practical tasks – from business tasks to conducting political information campaigns (influence on the electorate before elections - for example). For example, this will help improve targeting, and therefore create better targeted advertising. For the average user, the described mechanism for creating a personal information space, factors that affect the formation of the information space and its correction, is important. Knowing the above, the individual will create a more optimal and high-quality personal social network, as well as an information space based on it.
IMPROVEMENT OF LOGISTICS STOCK MANAGEMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF RESOURCE ECONOMY SOFTWARE
Authors: BOCHAROVA N.A. , VELICHKO Y.I.
Published: June 2023

Object. The work is devoted to inventory management and saving the company's resources. Their importance and the need to improve the company's inventory management. The disadvantages and advantages of purchasing material resources and forming warehouse stocks are analyzed. To ensure the effective use of material stocks of enterprises in difficult conditions of instability of the environment of their functioning, it is advisable to use economically sound methods of formation and management of stocks, determination of stock volumes and their cost levels. The inventory management process must be constant and continuous at all stages, starting with the collection and processing of information about identified production needs in inventory and ending with their use. Methods. To solve this scientific problem, the following methods of ABC, XYZ inventory management analysis, PaneCut software were used. Results. Factors affecting the volume of the enterprise's stocks were analyzed. The methodical approach to assessing the effectiveness of the logistics management of the company's stocks has been improved. Approbation of the proposed methodology was carried out at "Preiz" LLC. The improvement of the logistics management of stocks of "Preiz" LLC based on ABC and HYZ methods has been implemented. Implemented software to save costs of material resources. Background. Recommendations for evaluating the efficiency of the company's stock logistics, taking into account its internal interests (providing production needs, minimizing the cost of purchasing and storing stocks) and external interests (satisfying the needs of consumers). Final Conclusions. The work contains practical recommendations aimed at improving the current mechanism of managing the working capital of the enterprise in its production stocks, at regulating the processes of formation and consumption of stocks.
The relationship between project management and digital transformation: Systematic literature review
Authors: Gonçalves Marcelo Luiz A , Penha Renato , Silva Luciano F , Martens Cristina D. P , Silva Vlamir F
Published: June 2023

ABSTRACT Purpose: This article aims to investigate the relationship between project management (PM) and digital transformation (DT) in organizations. Originality/value: This article contributes to expanding the knowledge of the relationship between PM and DT, indicating that PM and its different approaches are used strategically to enable DT implementation in organizations. In addition, it is evidenced that DT demands individuals with technical and behavioral competencies to work in innovative and rapid organizational, cultural, and technological contexts arising from adopting new digital technologies. Design/methodology/approach: The research is characterized as exploratory with a qualitative approach. The methodology adopted was the systematic literature review and sought to understand the relationship and convergence between PM and DT. The research was carried out broadly, and the articles were selected on the Web of Science, Scopus, and Google Scholar bases, forming the analysis corpus with 104 articles published from 2015 to 2020. Findings: The results converged in the composition of four factors: competencies; strategy; digital technologies; and portfolio, programs, and projects, demonstrating the evolutionary and adaptive capacity of PM to support major changes such as DT.
Desvelando em diferentes culturas a evolução da gestação em óbito fetal
Authors: Paris Gisele Ferreira , Montigny Francine de , Pelloso Sandra Marisa
Published: June 2023

Resumo Objetivos: descrever a identificação do óbito fetal durante a gestação em brasileiras e canadenses. Métodos: estudo clínico-qualitativo com mulheres que vivenciaram o desfecho do óbito fetal nas suas gestações, residentes em Maringá (Brasil) e participantes do Centre d’Intervention Familiale (Canadá). A coleta de dados foi realizada por meio de entrevista semidirigida com a pergunta: Como ficou sabendo da morte do seu bebê? Foram realizadas leituras e os aspectos relevantes foram categorizados em temas conforme os locais da confirmação do óbito. Resultados: nos dois países, as principais causas dos óbitos foram relacionadas às complicações na gravidez e parto, problemas de saúde da gestante ou do feto. As brasileiras com frequência maior dos óbitos no terceiro trimestre e as canadenses, no segundo trimestre. As categorias foram identificadas nos consultórios na rotina pré-natal, nos serviços de emergência, e nos serviços de imagem, ao detectar o óbito esperado nos casos de malformações congênitas de prognóstico ruim. Conclusão: a determinação óbito fetal durante a gestação foi em razão das possíveis intercorrências intrínsecas do período gravídico. A partir das experiências das mulheres, foi possível mostrar a prática clínica da identificação do óbito fetal de acordo com o cenário cultural. Contínuos estudos, sobre a assistência pré-natal das mulheres que tiveram óbito fetal, são necessários para detecção precoce das condições patológicas e intervenções adequadas.
Risk factors for the population’s mental health amidst the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Vale Mariana Ferreira , Camargo-Júnior Elton Brás , Magalhães Fernando Augusto Cintra , Almeida-Júnior José Jailson de , Gherardi-Donato Edilaine Cristina da Silva , Fernandes Maria Neyrian de Fátima
Published: June 2023

ABSTRACT Objective: To identify risk factors for mental health in the population in times of COVID-19 through the analysis of levels of socio-cognitive mindfulness and perception of stress in individuals. Method: This is a cross-sectional observational study with a quantitative approach, carried out through online data collection using the Perceived Stress Scale and the Langer Mindfulness Scale in a sample of 955 individuals from different regions of Brazil. Results: Women, younger people and individuals with low socioeconomic conditions had higher levels of perceived stress; on the other hand, older men and individuals with high socioeconomic status had higher levels of mindfulness. Conclusion: Socio-cognitive mindfulness was not a protective factor for perceived stress in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Indicadores de sustentabilidade hospitalar e redução de impactos socioambientais: uma revisão de escopo
Authors: Galvão Daniela Menezes , Cezar-Vaz Marta Regina , Xavier Daiani Modernel , Penha José Gustavo Monteiro , Lourenção Luciano Garcia
Published: June 2023

RESUMO Objetivo: Sintetizar o conhecimento acerca dos indicadores de sustentabilidade hospitalar e evidências de redução do impacto socioambiental. Método: Revisão de literatura, do tipo scoping review, utilizando as bases de dados Pubmed, Science Direct, Scielo e Lilacs. Foram incluídos estudos com recorte temporal de 10 anos, publicados em qualquer idioma, que abordassem indicadores de sustentabilidade hospitalar e evidências de redução do impacto socioambiental. Resultados: Um total de 28 artigos foram incluídos, a maioria teve como tipo de estudo a pesquisa aplicada, publicados em 2012, no idioma inglês. Os estudos demonstraram maneiras de economizar água e energia, bem como, formas de monitorar e mitigar o impacto de atividades relacionadas a efluentes, resíduos e emissões. Todos os estudos tinham o trabalho da enfermagem envolvido de forma direta ou indireta na sustentabilidade hospitalar. Conclusão: As possibilidades de gerar menos impacto ao meio ambiente e aumentar a economia/eficiência de um hospital são inúmeras. Há de se levar em consideração as particularidades de cada hospital e envolver os trabalhadores, em especial a enfermagem.
COVID-19 EM TRABALHADORES DA SAÚDE: UM ESTUDO ECOLÓGICO A PARTIR DE DADOS DO SINAN, 2020-2021
Authors: Romano Pedro Henrique , Hillesheim Danúbia , Hallal Ana Luiza Curi , Menegon Fabrício Augusto , Menegon Lizandra da Silva
Published: June 2023

RESUMO Objetivo: analisar o perfil epidemiológico e ocupacional dos trabalhadores da saúde notificados para COVID-19 no Brasil, nos anos de 2020 e 2021. Método: trata-se de um estudo ecológico, que utilizou dados do Sistema de Informação de Agravos de Notificação (SINAN) e da Relação Anual de Informações Sociais (RAIS), dos anos de 2020 e 2021. Analisaram-se variáveis sociodemográficas e ocupacionais. Foram calculadas as taxas de prevalência de COVID-19 em trabalhadores da saúde, modeladas por Regressão de Poisson no software Stata 14. Resultados: em 2020 e 2021, 35.545 trabalhadores da saúde foram acometidos pela COVID-19. Observou-se maior prevalência da doença no sexo feminino (79,0%), entre 30 e 49 anos (65,5%) e em pretos e pardos (41,4%). Foram observadas maiores taxas em mulheres (793,9/100.000 em 2020), trabalhadores jovens (839,9/100.000 em 2020), não brancos (1.497,4/100.000 em 2020) e no Norte do Brasil, com 1.688,1 casos a cada 100.000 trabalhadores em 2020. Profissionais da enfermagem, médicos e fisioterapeutas apresentaram as maiores taxas da doença em 2020 e 2021. Conclusão: observou-se diferença entre os sexos, bem como iniquidades sociais, raciais e ocupacionais que traduzem a necessidade de ampliar medidas de vigilância em saúde, a fim de garantir maior prevenção, proteção e assistência aos trabalhadores de saúde.
DIDACTIC ANALYSIS OF CURRICULAR MATERIALS BY FUTURE TEACHERS
Authors: Cotrado Bethzabe , Burgos María , Beltrán-Pellicer Pablo , Castro Alfredo
Published: June 2023

Abstract The design and implementation of a training experience with future Peruvian mathematics teachers is described, aimed at developing the competence of analyzing the didactic suitability of curricular materials on probability. From a qualitative approach and with the support of the guidelines of didactic engineering based on the Ontosemiotic Approach, the protocols of written responses of 38 participants are available. The results show limitations in the assessment of suitability indicators and difficulties to elaborate a reasoned judgment on it. It is concluded that there is a need to promote reflective practice on the use of curricular materials and proposals for improvement changes in all facets of didactic suitability in a joint manner.
Redescription and expansion of the geographic distribution of Phenacorhamdia nigrolineata (Siluriformes: Heptapteridae)
Authors: Castro Íthalo da Silva , Wosiacki Wolmar Benjamin
Published: June 2023

Abstract Phenacorhamdia nigrolineata is redescribed, and the expansion of its geographic distribution is presented based on abundant new records. Morphological analysis, meristic comparison and osteological description were performed. No one autapomorphy was identified for P. nigrolineata, but the species is identified by an exclusive combination of characters of coloration of the body, morphometric and meristic data (snout length, maxillary and outer mental barbels length; number of vertebrae). A discussion of its geographic distribution, coloration pattern of the body, the putative relationships among some species of the genus, and its conservation status are presented.
Three decades of Chondrichthyan research in Brazil assessed from conferences’ abstracts: patterns, gaps, and expectations
Authors: Soares Karla D. A. , Petean Flávia F.
Published: June 2023

Abstract
Memórias da experiência de visitantes no Museu da Natureza (Piauí): um estudo dois anos após a visita
Authors: SILVA JULIANE BARROS DA , MASSARANI LUISA MEDEIROS
Published: June 2023

RESUMO Os museus de ciência são espaços dinâmicos em que a cultura científica se associa com a cultura dos sujeitos visitantes e que têm o potencial de evocar memórias em seus frequentadores em forma de lembranças e recordações afetivas. Neste estudo investigamos as memórias da experiência de oito visitantes adultos dois anos após a visita que realizaram ao Museu da Natureza, localizado no Parque Nacional Serra da Capivara, Piauí. A metodologia envolveu entrevista semiestruturada, incluindo a verbalização de lembranças espontâneas e utilização do método da lembrança estimulada. Os resultados evidenciaram diversos eventos de memórias de caráter episódico (lembrança cronológica de eventos) e semântico (associadas a fatos, conceitos, palavras e seus significados), envolvimento emocional e reinterpretações sobre a experiência anteriormente vivida em um museu de ciência.
New reports of parasitism by Synhimantus (Dispharynx) nasuta (Rudolphi, 1819) (Nematoda: Acuariidae) in wild birds in Brazil
Authors: Severino Allan de Jesus Mendonça , Rocha Alex Júnior , Vieira Fabiano Matos , Muniz-Pereira Luís Cláudio , Souza Lima Sueli de
Published: June 2023

Abstract The aim of this study was to register the first occurrence of Synhimantus (Dispharynx) nasuta (Nematoda: Acuariidae) in some species of wild birds in Brazil. In addition, the aim was to deepen the knowledge about the morphology of this species through analysis using scanning electron microscopy. Nematodes were collected in wild birds of the species Turdus leucomelas, T. rufiventris, Mimus saturninus, Pitangus sulphuratus, Megascops choliba, Tyto furcata, and Falco sparverius. The morphological and morphometric data observed in the nematodes prove that these parasites are S. (D.) nasuta. This study also provides morphological data from light microscopy and scanning electron microscopy (SEM), as well as the morphometry of this nematode in each host species. Therefore, the current study confirms the first record of this nematode in F. sparverius and T. furcata in South America and, at the same time, these findings expand the host range of this parasite species worldwide, through the first records in M. choliba, M. saturninus, T. leucomelas and T. rufiventris.
Morphometrics and Phylogenomics Reveal a New Species ofHeuchera(Saxifragaceae) in Northeastern México
Authors: Engle-Wrye Nicholas J.
Published: June 2023

Abstract—Here I describe a new species,Heuchera folkii, narrowly endemic to high altitude limestone outcrops of the Sierra Madre Oriental, Coahuila, Mexico, together with a phylogenomic and morphometric evaluation of theHeucheraspecies of northeastern Mexico. Originally thought to be a disjunct population ofHeuchera sanguinea, the new species is phylogenetically and morphologically most similar toHeuchera lakelae, from which it is distinguished based on morphometric characters and other morphological attributes, phylogenetic placement, geographic range, phenology, and ecological preferences.
Circumscription, First Confirmed Locality, and Conservation Status of Dracula anthracina (Orchidaceae)
Authors: Parra-Sanchez Edicson , Baquero Luis
Published: June 2023

Abstract— Thirteen species (18%) in the genus Dracula (Orchidaceae) in Colombia lack basic information about their ecology and biogeography. Dracula anthracina has remained as a charismatic market-valued species with no information on its natural habitat.
We found the precise location of D. anthracina in explorations across the Colombian eastern Cordillera. Our observations of wild populations and cultivated plants suggest that D. nigritella should be reduced to a synonym of D. anthracina based on morphological characters.
Furthermore, the species seems to be rare, geographically restricted, and has small populations. Hence, we suggest that D. anthracina should be considered of conservation concern and should be excluded from Ecuador’s flora. Keywords—Andes, Cloud Forest, habitat
loss, orchid trade, taxonomy.
Resurrection of Tectaria cadieri from T. ingens (Tectariaceae) Based on Morphological and Molecular Data
Authors: Li Shu-Han , Zuo Zheng-Yu , Dong Shi-Yong
Published: June 2023

Abstract— We demonstrate that Tectaria cadieri (Tectariaceae) is a distinct species in Vietnam after long being placed under the synonymy of T. ingens. Morphologically, T. cadieri is similar to T. ingens, T. setulosa, and T. trichotoma
in their large fronds (up to 0.8‐2 m long), 3-pinnate laminae, fully free veins, and sori in two rows on ultimate segments. However, our observations show that T. cadieri differs from these species in the presence of linear, membranaceous stipe scales. Our analyses of
five plastid regions (atpB, ndhF plus ndhF-trnN, rbcL, rps16-matK plus matK, and trnL-trnF) show that T. cadieri is not closely related to T. ingens, T. setulosa, nor T. trichotoma. Rather, T. cadieri is closely
related to T. multicaudata, a morphologically distinct species with anastomosing veins. Along with a detailed description and illustrations for T. cadieri, we provide morphological comparisons and comments on the relationships between T. cadieri and morphologically similar
species.
Paraphlomis caloneura (Lamiaceae), A New Species From Guangxi, China
Authors: Yan Ke-Jian , Huang Yun-Feng , Li Xiong , Hu Ren-Chuan , Wu Wang-Hui , Chen Ya-Ping
Published: June 2023

Abstract— Paraphlomis caloneura, a new species from Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China, is described and illustrated. Molecular phylogenetic analyses based on two nuclear ribosomal DNA regions (ITS and ETS) and three plastid DNA markers (rpl32-trnL,
rps16, and trnL-trnF) revealed that the new species is sister to P. hirsutissima. Both species are found in the limestone forests and are geographically close to each other, but P. caloneura can be easily distinguished from P. hirsutissima by its oblong or
ovate-oblong and adaxially densely hispid laminas with broadly cuneate to cordate bases, densely hispid petioles, and slightly 2-lobed margins of upper corolla lips.
Stability Challenges of Amorphous Solid Dispersions of Drugs: A Critical Review on Mechanistic Aspects
Authors: Pisay Muralidhar , Padya Singh , Mutalik Srinivas , Koteshwara Kunnatur B.
Published: June 2023

The most common drawback of the existing and novel drug molecules is their low bioavailability because of their low solubility. One of the most important approaches to enhance the bioavailability in the enteral route for poorly hydrophilic molecules is amorphous solid dispersion (ASD). The solubility of compounds in amorphous form is comparatively high because of the availability of free energy produced during formulation. This free energy results in the change of crystalline nature of the prepared ASD to the stable crystalline form leading to the reduced solubility of the product. Due to the intrinsic chemical and physical uncertainty and the restricted knowledge about the interactions of active molecules with the carriers making, this ASD is a challenging task. This review focused on strategies to stabilize ASD by considering the various theories explaining the free-energy concept, physical interactions, and thermal properties. This review also highlighted molecular modeling and machine learning computational advancement to stabilize ASD.
THE EFFECT OF CARBONIZATION TEMPERATURE ON THE PROPERTIES OF CARBONACEOUS MATERIAL OBTAINED FROM ETHYLENE-PROPYLENE-DIENE-MONOMER (EPDM) WASTES
Authors: Eren Muhammet Ramazan , Güneş Işıl , Varol Esin Apaydın
Published: June 2023

The amount of waste elastomers (elastic polymers-rubbers) has been increasing due to the high demand for elastomer use in industrial, medical, and engineering applications. Waste elastomers are highly resistant to physical, chemical, and biological degradation and they can remain intact in nature for a long time as a threat to the ecosystem. Therefore, the conversion of waste elastomers into valuable
and useful products has been one of the remarkable issues in recent years. In this study, the elastomer
wastes, which have no application other than direct combustion or use in carbon black production, pose
a problem as waste and are difficult to dispose of in industrial areas, are converted to carbonaceous
materials. Waste ethylene-propylene-diene-monomer (EPDM) rubber was used as the raw material.
The thermal degradation behavior of EPDM was investigated by thermogravimetric analysis. Accordingly, the carbonization process was applied at different temperatures ranging between 400 and 600°C under an inert atmosphere. The most suitable temperature for obtaining a solid product with a 54% yield was the carbonization temperature of 500°C. Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy was used to determine the functional groups of waste elastomers, and X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy was used for the analysis of the inorganic components. Proximate analyses were determined via ASTM standards. According to the characterization of the solid products obtained at all temperatures, it was determined that the thermochemical conversion of EPDM to carbonaceous materials seems to be a promising
method for the disposal of waste elastomers.
İstanbul Seririyatı’nda Türkçe Tıp Eğitimi Tartışmaları ve Psikiyatri Terimlerinin Eski Usulde Türkçeleştirilmesi Denemesi: Lütfü Akif Orbay’ın Eski Usul Tıbbi Lügati
Authors: TOPKAR Kevser , KURŞUN Zekeriya
Published: June 2023

Batının tıp alanında kaydettiği gelişmeler Osmanlı tıp eğitim sistemine aktarılırken;

yeni tıp biliminin gelişim sürecinde Batı dilleri kullanılmak mecburiyetinde kalınmıştır.

İlk zamanlar Fransızca olan tıp eğitim dili, yol açtığı öğrenme güçlükleri ve millî duygular

sebebiyle eleştirilmiştir. Tıp eğitiminin anadil ile öğrenilmesini mümkün kılmak için

yapılan çalışmalarla, aksini savunan karşıt düşünceler, ilim ve siyaset alanlarında tartışmalara

sebebiyet vermiştir. Tıp eğitim dilinin Türkçeleştirilmesi aşamasında tıp terminolojisi

de ayrıca sorun teşkil etmiştir. Bu hususlar, ülkemizde psikiyatrinin kurucusu sayılan

Mazhar Osman’ın 1919-1951 yılları arasında aylık yayınladığı ‘‘İstanbul Seririyatı’’

dergisindeki makalelere konu olmuştur. Bu inceleme; Ahmet Mithat Efendi’den Mazhar

Osman’a tıp eğitim dili tartışmaları ve İstanbul Seririyatı dergisi çevresinde önerilen tıp terimlerini ele almaktadır. Ayrıca İstanbul Seririyatı dergilerinde yer alan Lütfü Akif Orbay’ın

psikiyatri sözlük denemesine yer verilmiştir.
Efficacy of an Oral Ageratum Conyzoides Formulation on Increasing Hair Growth and Decreasing Hair Loss in Males and Females: A Randomised Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Study
Authors:   Department of Personalised and Preventive Medicine, Institute of Interdisciplinary Medicine, Burevectnick Business Centre, Moscow 107113, Russia, Clayton Paul , Bogoda Nathasha ,   Gencor Pacific Limited, Discovery Bay, Lantau Island, New Territories, Hong Kong, China, Rao Amanda ,   Global and RDC Clinical, 76 Doggett St, Newstead, QLD 4006, Australia
Published: June 2023

Background Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is associated with the enzyme 5a-reductase and prostaglandin D2, both of which are increased in bald areas of the scalp. We previously demonstrated the safety and efficacy of a topical Ageratum conyzoides (A. conyzoides) formulation in improving hair growth and decreasing hair loss. Objective A follow-up 12-week double-blind, randomised clinical trial investigating the efficacy and safety of A. conyzoides extract in an oral formulation, in males and females over 18-years of age. Methods 250 mg of A. conyzoides or a placebo was supplemented daily over a 12-week period to 84 healthy males or females with hair loss. The primary outcome was hair growth assessed by measuring hair density using HairCheck®, and hairline recession. Hair loss was measured by the mean number of hairs lost in a one-minute combing test and hair/tug pull test. Other assessments included Norwood/Hamilton and Ludwig-Savin scales evaluating male and female pattern baldness, respectively. Biochemical and haematological parameters were also assessed, as change from baseline for each group. Results Twelve (12)-week daily supplementation of A. conyzoides resulted in a significant reduction in hairline recession compared to the placebo group. A trend towards significance was observed for hair density between groups, where hair density increased in the A. conyzoides group and decreased in placebo group from their respective baseline values. No significant differences were found in hair loss measures or the Norwood/Hamilton and Ludwig-Savin scales. A significant difference was found in the change from baseline for total prostaglandins between groups at week 12, with a decrease from baseline in the active group and an increase in the placebo group. In males, a significant difference in the change from baseline was seen for type-2 5a-reductase, with a decrease from baseline in the active group and increase in the placebo group. Conclusion These results demonstrate an improvement in hair growth following the 12-week oral supplementation of A. conyzoides extract., with mechanistic convergence.
Boosheid in die mens: "Tot stof sal jy terugkeer"
Authors: Dreyer J , van der Walt K
Published: June 2023

Daar is oortuigende argumente waarom kontemporêre natuurwetenskaplike waarnemings die beste verklaar kan word as dit binne 'n paradigma van 'n almagtige Skepper geïnterpreteer word. Tog is daar wêreldwyd by die hoofstroomnatuurwetenskaplikes groot teenkanting daarteen. In hierdie artikel word die vraagstuk van normatiewe materialisme onder die loep geneem. 'n Analise van natuurwetenskaplike denkprosesse, sowel as wat die Bybel oor hierdie onderwerp sê, lei tot die gevolgtrekking dat die oorsprong van normatiewe materialisme in die mens se eiewillige aard geleë is. Om by voorbaat een van die moontlike verklarings vir empiriese waarnemings uit te sluit slegs omdat dit van 'n navorser se wereldbeeld verskil, verteenwoordig swak, ongeldige wetenskapsbeoefening. Ten spyte van die feit dat die natuur-wetenskap oorweldigend getuig van die teenwoordigheid en betrokkenheid van God, is daar steeds talle vraagstukke wat steeds nie deur óf natuurwetenskaplikes óf teoloë beantwoord kan word nie. Natuurwetenskaplikes wat strewe na integriteit in hul wetenskapsbeoefening, behoort alle moontlike verklarings vir empiriese data met 'n gelyke mate van respek en aandag te oorweeg in hul soeke na die waarheid.
The impact of loadshedding on dental practice in South Africa
Authors: Wood Neil
Published: June 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on many industries and sectors across the world, and South Africa is no exception. The economic effects of the pandemic have been particularly severe in South Africa. In this context, the recent announcement of sustained, widespread electricity loadshedding in South Africa raises serious concerns about the impact on dentistry within the South African economy.
The Complexity of Care and the Dunning-Kruger Effect
Authors: Owen CP
Published: June 2023

There appears to be an increase in litigation against general dental practitioners which is increasingly due to clinicians exceeding their competence, because they may not be aware that they lack the required skills: the so called Dunning-Kruger effect. The purpose of this paper is first, to briefly explain the Dunning-Kruger effect, and second, to propose guidelines for dentists confronted with differing levels of complexity of care, in order to increase practitioners’ awareness of their competence, and by extension, their limitations. An example of complexity levels is given using the discipline of Prosthodontics. It is concluded that there needs to be a revision of the scope of practice for dentistry, which currently provides an “anything goes” approach; a revision of Rule 21 of the Health Professions Council of South Africa, whose provisions need to be more precise as they are currently being ignored; and a revision of the system of providing accreditation for CPD courses and in particular for the presenters and content of those courses
Adverse drug reactions, a guide for dentists
Authors: Padayachee N , Matesun  Deborah , Matala  Mafora , Vagiri  Rajesh
Published: June 2023

Adverse drug reactions (ADRs) are unintended or harmful effects due to the use of a medicine. Antibiotics and analgesics, which incidentally, are commonly prescribed by dentists, result in most of the ADRs globally. As with most healthcare professionals, dentists do not report on ADRs regularly. Therefore, the aim of the review was to explore the drugs most used in dental practice in South Africa (SA), their associated ADRs and the ADR reporting channels. The study undertook a literature review that focused on studies of adverse drug reactions specifically in dental practices. An electronic search was done on EBSCO host to source articles published from 2000 to 2022. There was a plethora of ADRs that were found to occur with the medicines that are prescribed by dentists that ranged from minor to serious. Although all medicines have a risk of ADRs, amoxicillin can result in gastrointestinal disturbances and anaphylactic reactions, while clindamycin has a risk of Clostridium difficile infection. Patients need to be alerted to the risk of a disulfiram reaction with metronidazole and alcohol. Hepatic failure can occur with paracetamol use especially in patients with underlying liver disease, an alcoholic or in an overdose. Ibuprofen, caution in patients with underlying ulcers as gastrointestinal bleeding is a risk. Local anesthetics pose a high threat of severe reactions such as tissue necrosis and direct neurotoxicity while anterograde amnesia, respiratory depression and thrombosis can occur with benzodiazepines. Dentists can prevent ADRs by having a good knowledge of their prescribed drugs, monitoring their patients and by being judicious in their prescribing habits.
Examining Associations of Coping Strategies with Stress, Alcohol, and Substance use among College Athletes: Implications for Improving Athlete Coping
Authors: Knettel Brandon A. , Cherenack Emily M. , Rougier-Chapman Conner , Bianchi-Rossi Courtney
Published: June 2023

The pressures of collegiate athletics - including commitments to training, travel, and competition - can contribute to maladaptive coping among college athletes, including alcohol and other substance use. However, few researchers have sought to understand substance use as a coping strategy in this population. We administered online surveys to 188 college athletes competing across NCAA/NJCAA divisions at six U.S. institutions to examine factors associated with substance use coping and whether specific strategies of coping were associated with risk of substance use. We found older athletes, males, and those with higher stress were more likely to use substances to cope. Higher behavioral disengagement, higher substance use coping, and lower religious coping were associated with increased likelihood of binge drinking and substance-related risk behaviors. These findings point to the importance of developing targeted interventions aimed at addressing stress and facilitating healthy coping to reduce problematic drinking and substance use among college athletes.
Confirm that the imaginary number i is a closed field
Authors: Ling Xie
Published: June 2023

In the History of mathematics of mankind, some strange symbols appeared when dealing with some mathematical problems, which were defined as imaginary numbers by mankind. The imaginary number has been idle for a long time since it was discovered. Later, mathematicians such as Gauss moved the imaginary number to the mathematical plane (Complex plane). Humans have also learned the difference between imaginary and real numbers, and have obtained the difference between the two types of numbers on the square root. My contribution is to discover the inconsistency between real and imaginary numbers. I have discovered a new method of calculating imaginary number logic that is deeply hidden. 2020 Mathematics Subject Classification: 03G27, 03F07, 03D45, 11U09, 08A05, 08A40.
THE DEVELOPMENT OF E-COMICS MEDIA BASED ON THE VARK MODEL TO MEASURE THE UNDERSTANDING OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
Authors: Irmaningrum Rizka Novi , Zativalen Oriza , Ati MZ A.F Suryaning
Published: June 2023

The purpose of this research is to develop digital-based thematic learning media, namely e-comics media for elementary school students. E-comics will be developed with the VARK (Visual, Auditory, Reading, Kinesthetic) learning model which displays illustrated stories with sound reflections and is related to students' reading and kinesthetic activities in using the media. Develop digital-based thematic learning media, namely e-comics media for elementary school students. E-comics will be developed with the VARK (Visual, Auditory, Reading, Kinesthetic) learning model which displays illustrated stories with sound reflections and is related to students' reading and kinesthetic activities in using the media. The e-comics media will discuss ethnic diversity material for fourth grade elementary school students. The results of the validity test above, conclude that the average e-comics media based on the vark model is 96%, which means that the media is valid. The application of media at SD Muhamammadiyah Lamongan resulted in an increase in cycles 1 and 2, so e-comic learning media could increase students' understanding. The response results of using e-comics media based on the vark model were easy to apply by teachers and students at partner schools of PGSD UM Lamongan.
MECHANISM OF COAL AEROSOL EXPLOSION DEVELOPMENT IN AN EXPERIMENTAL MINE WORKING
Authors: Kostenko Viktor , Bohomaz Olha , Kostenko Tetiana , Berezovskyi Andriy
Published: June 2023

Today there is not enough scientific data on the energy level and the velocity of an explosion in actual mine workings, which have a cross-sectional area larger than experimental mine workings. The objective of the paper is to justify the energy parameters of an explosion in actual mine workings based on the disclosure of the fire front development mechanism when coal dust explodes in an experimental mine working with a limited cross-sectional area. These studies can be the basis for choosing the speed of action and the strength of the means of the localization of dust explosions. The main research method is an experimental and analytical method, based on the analysis of the results of experimental explosions of coal dust in experimental mine workings and theoretical substantiation of the regularities of the development of the velocity and additional energy of the fire front with further extrapolation to the conditions of actual mine workings. It is proposed to supplement the mechanism of explosion development with an idea about the sections of development of explosion dynamics, i.e. initiation, dust explosion, crater, which determine the characteristic parameters of the explosive front velocity: maximum initiating velocity, average velocity, and maximum velocity in a crater. It was established that during methane initiation in the experimental mine working at the boundary between the initiation and dusting zones, there is a situation of a hybrid explosion of a mixture of methane and dust with air, which has its own velocity and energy indicators. A linear dependence of the energy generated during the coal aerosol explosion on the cross-sectional plane of the mine working was established. This makes it possible to use the results of testing the coal from certain deposits in small-scale experimental set-ups to justify the parameters of protective means for the actual mine workings.
SURFACE ROUGHNESS ASSESSMENT OF NATURAL ROCK JOINTS BASED ON AN UNSUPERVISED PATTERN RECOGNITION TECHNIQUE USING 2D PROFILES
Authors: Pakdaman Ali Mohamad , Moosavi Mahdi
Published: June 2023

The stability of a jointed rock mass is generally controlled by its shear strength that significantly depends on surface roughness. So far, different methods have been presented for determining surface roughness using 2D profiles. In this study, a new method based on the unsupervised pattern recognition technique using a combination of statistical, geostatistical, directional, and spectral methods for the quantification of the surface roughness will be proposed. To reach this goal, more than 10,000 profiles gathered from 92 surfaces of natural rock joints were scanned. The samples were collected from limestone cores of the Lar Dam located in the Mazandaran Province, Iran. After introducing a new spectral index, determined from the fast Fourier transform for measuring the unevenness of rough profiles, statistical, geostatistical, directional, and spectral features revealing waviness and unevenness of the 2D profiles were extracted, and a representative vector and profile for each surface were introduced through the weighted mean and median of the profile features. Principal component analysis (PCA) was utilized for finding the direction of the maximum variance of information. Then, clustering of the 92 samples was performed via K-means, and the silhouette measure was used in order to find the optimal number of clusters resulted in the creation of 13 clusters. To verify the procedure, a sample was selected in each cluster, and direct shear tests were performed on the samples. Comparing the experiments and the clustering results shows they are in good agreement. Thus, the method is an efficient tool for the quantitative recognition of surface roughness considering the waviness and unevenness of a surface.