bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
LAS PLANTAS TRADICIONALMENTE USADAS EN LA COMUNIDAD DE COCHARCAS, PROVINCIA DE CHINCHEROS, APURÍMAC, PERÚ
Authors: Tello-Ceron Gladys , Flores Pimentel Mercedes
Published: January 2025

Ethnobotanical studies highlight the close relationship between human groups and the plant resources in their environment. In Peru, ethnobotanical studies developed in both the Andes and the Amazon confirm the predominant role of traditional knowledge in the lives of Peruvian inhabitants. This research was carried out in the peasant community of Cocharcas, located in the Province of Chincheros, Department of Apurimac. The objectives of this work were to identify, describe, and understand the plants of greatest cultural importance to the community. The methodology employed was based on free and semi-structured interviews and ethnobotanical walks, during which botanical specimens were collected. To calculate the cultural importance of the plants, the use value index of Phillips and Gentry was used. As a result, 103 plant species were identified, grouped into 44 families and 94 genera. The taxonomic family with the highest number of reported species was Asteraceae, followed by Fabaceae and Poaceae. The identified species were grouped into nine use categories, with the Medicinal category being the most prominent, containing 52 species, followed by Human Food with 45 species, and Social with 26. The species of greatest importance to the community were Schinus molle “molle,” Escallonia resinosa “chachas,” Clinopodium brevicalyx “salja muña,” and Escallonia pendula “pampana pauca”. In conclusion, the inhabitants of Cocharcas continue to utilize and preserve traditional knowledge associated with the plant resources in their environment.
Bibliometric Analysis of Antipsychotic-induced Metabolic Disorder from 2006 to 2021 Based on WoSCC Database
Authors: Guo Zhihao , Zhang Zi , Li Lu , Zhang Ming , Huang Shanqing , Li Zezhi , Shang Dewei
Published: January 2025

Background:

With the frequent use of antipsychotics, the metabolic disorder (MetD)
caused by drugs has received increasing attention. However, the mechanism of drug-induced MetD is
still unclear and is being explored. Keeping abreast of the progress and trending knowledge in this area
is conducive to further work.

Objective:

The aim of this study is to analyze the latest status and trends of research on antipsychoticinduced
metabolic disorder (AIMetD) by bibliometric and visual analysis.

Methods:

3478 publications of AIMetD from 2006 to 2021 were retrieved from the Web of Science
Core Collection database. R-biblioshiny was used for descriptive analysis, CiteSpace for cooperative
network, co-citation analysis and burst detection, and VOSviewer for co-occurrence keywords was
used.

Results:

Since 2006, the publications have been growing fluctuantly. These studies have extensive
cooperation among countries/regions. The most influential country/region, institution and author are
the USA, King's College London and Christoph U Correll. Analysis of references shows the largest
cluster of "antipsychotic-induced metabolic dysfunction", which is an important basis for MetD. The
recent contents of the burst citation are related to "glucose homeostasis" and "cardiovascular metabolism".
Several bursting keywords were discerned at the forefront, including "LC-MS/MS", "major depressive
disorder", "expression", and "homeostasis".

Conclusion:

The AIMetD study is in a state of sustained development. Close cooperation between countries/
regions has promoted progress. For grasping the foundation, development, and latest trends of
AIMetD, it is recommended to focus on active institutions and authors. Based on AIMetD, subdivision
areas such as "LC-MS/MS", "expression", and "homeostasis" are forefronts that deserve constant attention.
Tibial Tubercle Avulsion Fracture in a Case of Pre-existing Osgood-schlatter Disease
Authors: Mine Takatomo , Matusita Takuho , Shinohara Michio , Kuriyama Ryutaro , Tominaga Yasunari , Ihara Koichiro , Yonehara Takanori
Published: January 2025

Introduction:

Osgood-Schlatter's disease (OSD) is a well-known condition; however, a tibial tubercle avulsion fracture following an OSD is rare. We reported a case of tibial tubercle avulsion fracture with pre-existing OSD in a 12-year-old boy.

Case Presentation:

A 12-year-old boy had right knee pain and could not walk after kicking a ball with his right leg during a soccer game. He had been diagnosed with OSD at another hospital 2 months previously. He was then diagnosed with a right tibial tubercle avulsion fracture. The fragment was thin, and the patient was treated with internal fixation using cannulated cancellous screws. The patient demonstrated near-normal knee function and was allowed to return to sporting activities 6 months postoperatively.

Conclusion:

In this case, the tibial tubercle avulsion fracture might have been associated with OSD. Care should be taken while treating OCD to prevent tibial tubercle avulsion fractures.
Desinventar a infância! Conceptualizar o brincar das crianças no tempo livre através da palavra
Authors: Araújo Maria José
Published: January 2025

It is possible to imagine places where there are conditions to rethink childhood. Give it functions of concern, subversion, involvement and idle-ness. Places where the present belongs to them. Appeals to ‘fantasy’, to the written, spoken, fluid and ongoing word, for impossible adventures; an invitation to play to practice activities that are not just hobbies; to support moments of dialogue and hiding; to play on the cliffs down to the sea where danger lurks in the heat of the sun. Play is the best occupation for children. But it not the most prac-ticed, as conservative speeches remind us: nar-ratives about childhood have rules, they are not meant to trouble thoughts, but rather to appease (domesticate) them. Sometimes adults carry all my wishes in their pockets, says Zézé in the book ‘O Meu Pé de Laranja Lima. We need a new idea of childhood through words. In this text, we invoke the concept of playing and free time in the trans-formation of time and remember that each child in another narrative will always be another child.
Hubungan Kualitas Pelayanan Posyandu Terhadap Frekuensi Kunjungan Dan Kepuasan Ibu Balita Di Posyandu Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Gondanglegi
Authors:   Sarjana Kebidanan Universitas Brawijaya, Ningtyas Ica Chaya , Holipah Holipah ,   Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Brawijaya, Gumanti Kentri Anggarina ,   Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Brawijaya
Published: January 2025

Posyandu adalah unit pelayanan kesehatan masyarakat yang beroperasi di tingkat desa yang memiliki peran dalam memberikan pelayanan kesehatan yang berkualitas kepada masyarakat setempat. Penilaian ibu balita tentang kualitas pelayanan di Posyandu menjadi indikator dari kepuasan mereka terhadap layanan yang diberikan, dan hal ini dapat menjadi salah satu faktor mereka membuat keputusan serta motivasi mereka untuk kembali mengunjungi Posyandu. Tujuan dari penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan menjelaskan hubungan kualitas pelayanan kesehatan Posyandu dengan frekuensi kunjungan ibu balita ke Posyandu dan kepuasan mereka. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah dengan menggunakan desain penelitian kuantitatif dengan jenis penelitian analitik observasional dan menggunakan pendekatan cross sectional dengan besar sampel sebanyak 97 sampel yang diambil dengan teknik non probability sampling. Analisis dari data yang terkumpul menggunakan metode chi-square. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan terdapat hubungan antara kualitas pelayanan terhadap frekuensi kunjungan ibu balita di Posyandu dengan nilai p-value p<0,001 dan terdapat hubungan antara kualitas pelayanan terhadap kepuasan ibu balita di Posyandu dengan nilai p-value p<0,001. Kesimpulan yang diambil dari penelitian ini adalah terdapat hubungan antara kualitas pelayanan kesehatan Posyandu terhadap frekuensi kunjungan dan kepuasan ibu balita di Posyandu Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Gondannlegi.
Hubungan Kecemasan dengan Insomnia pada Wanita Menopause di wilayah RW 04 Kampung Gresik PPI
Authors:   Poltekkes Kemenkes Surabaya, Fairus Hana Putri , Usnawati Nana ,   Politeknik Kesehatan Kemenkes Surabaya, Purwanti Dwi ,   Poltekkes Kemenkes Surabaya
Published: January 2025

Backgrounds: When a woman who previously had regular periods, then dose not get a period for 12 consecutive months is a sure indication of the onset of menopause. Menopause begins with a decrease in estrogen and progesterone levels which can trigger various symptoms, one of which is sleep disturbance or commonly referred to as insomnia. The incidence of sleep disorder is more experienced by women due to hormonal imbalances that occur during menopause. In addition, there are several factors that cause insomnia, one of which is anxiety disorder. Aims: to determine the relationship between anxiety and insomnia in menopausal women. Method: This research is an analytical survey research that is cross sectional. The population in this study amounted to 100 menopausal women in the RW 04 area of Kampung Gresik PPI. Sample determination using simple random sampling was calculated using the Lemeshow formula so that the sample size was 88 menopausal women. The independent variable is anxiety, while the dependent variable is insomnia in menopausal women. Data were collected using Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HARS) and Insomnia Severity Index (ISI) questionnaires. The analytical test used to determine the relationship is the Spearman Test with a real level of <0.05. Result: The results showed that most menopausal women experience mild anxiety and mild insomnia. The results of the spearman analysis test showed p = 0.001 (p < 0.05) and r = +0.655 which means that there is a significant relationship between anxiety and insomnia in menopausal women and the relationship is strong and unidirectional. Conclusion: There is a relationship between anxiety and insomnia in menopausal women
Effects and acceptability of a mental health web-based self-help program in older adults coping with spousal bereavement: quantitative and qualitative results from a pilot study (Preprint)
Authors: Gouveia Afonso , Mendonça Nuno , M. Marques Marta , Mousinho Maria , Gaspar Ana Catarina , Pinto Carolina C. , Lopes David G. , Brodbeck Jeannette , Rodrigues Ana M. , Matos Pires Ana
Published: January 2025

BACKGROUND

Spousal bereavement is both common in later life and often a major adverse life event. Despite frequently affecting their mental health, older adults, particularly in Portugal, encounter barriers in seeking mental health support during bereavement. This is mainly due to a scarcity of grief-specific support, and a tendency to dismiss the struggle as ‘natural’ and undeserving of specific support by the bereaved and other healthcare professionals.

OBJECTIVE

To evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, effectiveness and costs of the web-based self-help program (EuLuto), designed to address grief and mental health challenges in older adults experiencing spousal bereavement.

METHODS

In this before and after pilot study we assigned 30 Portuguese-speaking participants aged 55+ and experiencing spousal bereavement to use EuLuto, an web-based, asynchronous, self-help, and psychoeducational program for spousal bereavement for 10 weeks. The primary outcome was grief symptoms (Texas Revised Inventory of Grief (TRIG)), secondary outcomes were prolonged grief (PG-13), depression, and loneliness. Additionally, costs were estimated and a qualitative study on barriers and facilitators using a sub-sample of participants was conducted.

RESULTS

Prolonged grief (PG-13) and depression scores, but not grief (TRIG) and loneliness, showed a significant decrease after 10 weeks of intervention. The qualitative study demonstrated that main barriers and facilitators to the use of EuLuto were the motivation of users and psychological capability.

CONCLUSIONS

Despite preliminary positive effects and overall acceptability of EuLuto, due to limitations in design and sample size, the study could not establish effectiveness at this time. This paves the way for a randomized controlled trial with a larger sample.

CLINICALTRIAL

https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05156346

INTERNATIONAL REGISTERED REPORT

RR2-10.2196/37827
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Health Promotion and Disease Reduction: A Rapid Review (Preprint)
Authors: Yousefi Farzaneh , Naye Florian , Ouellet Steven , Yameogo Achille-roghemrazangba , Sasseville Maxime , Bergeron Frédéric , Ozkan Marianne , Cousineau Martin , Amil Samira , Rhéaume Caroline , Gagnon Marie-Pierre
Published: January 2025

BACKGROUND

Chronic diseases represent a significant global burden of mortality, exacerbated by behavioral risk factors. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has transformed health promotion and disease reduction through improved early detection, encouraging healthy lifestyle modifications, and mitigating the economic strain on health systems.

OBJECTIVE

To investigate how AI contributes to health promotion and disease reduction among Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries.

METHODS

We conducted a rapid review of the literature to identify the latest evidence on how AI is used in health promotion and disease reduction. We applied comprehensive search strategies formulated for Medline (OVID) and CINAHL to locate studies published within 2019-2024. A pair of reviewers independently applied the inclusion and exclusion criteria to screen the titles and abstracts, assess the full texts, and extract the data. We synthesized extracted data from the study characteristics, intervention characteristics, and intervention purpose using structured narrative summaries of main themes, giving a portrait of the current scope of available AI initiatives used in promoting healthy activities and preventing disease.

RESULTS

We included 22 studies in this review, out of 3442 publications screened, most of which were conducted in the USA (10/22, 45%), and focused on health promotion by targeting lifestyle dimensions, such as dietary behavior (10/22, 45%), smoking cessation (6/22; 27%), physical activity (4/22, 18%), and mental health (3/22, 14%). Three studies targeted disease reduction related to metabolic health (eg, obesity, diabetes, hypertension). Most AI initiatives were AI-powered mobile applications. Overall, positive results were reported for process outcomes (eg, acceptability, engagement), cognitive and behavioral outcomes (eg, confidence, step count), and health outcomes (eg, glycemia, blood pressure). We categorized the challenges, benefits, and suggestions identified in the studies using a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis to inform future developments.

CONCLUSIONS

These findings offer critical insights into the effective implementation of AI for health promotion and disease prevention, potentially guiding policymakers and healthcare practitioners in optimizing the use of AI technologies in supporting health promotion and disease reduction.

CLINICALTRIAL

Open Science Framework (OSF) Registry e9v6x; https://osf.io/e9v6x/
Academic Influencers and X Social Network: A Mixed-Methods Analysis of The Impact on Academic Metrics, Communication, and Influence (Preprint)
Authors: Hadavandsiri Fatemeh , Kazemzadeh Houman , Goodarzi Maryam , Torabi Mashallah
Published: January 2025

BACKGROUND

Background: Social media has redefined academic communication, with X (formerly Twitter) emerging as a central platform for sharing research, fostering collaboration, and expanding the reach of science. However, the connection between social media engagement and traditional academic metrics remains underexplored.

OBJECTIVE

Objective: This study evaluates the role of X in influencing academic impact metrics, focusing on the correlation between X engagement, Altmetric Attention Scores (AAS), citation counts, and the insights derived from the Narrative Review of Studies.

METHODS

Methods: Data from the top 100 Altmetric articles between 2017 and 2021 were analyzed. Altmetric scores, X mentions, and citation counts were assessed, and Pearson correlation analysis was conducted to explore year-by-year trends. The Narrative Review of Studies provides detailed contextual information, including the key characteristics of top influencers and engagement patterns across X.

RESULTS

Results: A strong positive correlation was observed between X mentions and AAS across all years, with coefficients ranging from 0.673 to 0.944 (p < 0.05). The correlation between AAS and citation counts was moderate and variable, peaking at 0.504 (p < 0.05) in 2020. The Narrative Review of Studies highlights the key factors influencing these metrics, such as the expertise and geographical concentration of influencers, and the diverse interaction patterns on X. These findings underscore the complementary role of X in boosting visibility and short-term engagement while showing a weaker link to long-term academic impact.

CONCLUSIONS

Conclusions: Social media, particularly X, enhances the visibility of academic work and complements traditional metrics by providing immediate insights into online engagement. While Altmetric scores and X activity increased visibility, they work best alongside established measures like citation counts to provide a comprehensive understanding of research impact. Further research on multi-platform engagement is needed to clarify the broader role of social media in academic dissemination.
DIGITALIZATION OF AGRICULTURE PUBLIC SERVICES IN SERBIA
Authors: Tomić Zoran , Stanković Jovica , Stanković Jelena Z.
Published: January 2025

Digitalization, being one of the major drivers of change in the 21st century, has fundamentally altered the way the global economy and society thought to be developing. The digital transformation of agricultural systems will most certainly have effects on the creation of information and knowledge, the institutional environment and management, as well as relations between stakeholders, both private and public. Digitalization of public services in the agricultural sector is the part of a broader strategy of digital transformation of this economic activity, the expected outcome of which is the transition of traditional agriculture to agriculture 4.0 and digitalization of farms. Timely provision of appropriate information to farmers is essential to increase the efficiency and sustainability of small farms. Strengthening market activities, improving interaction with key stakeholders, better connecting agricultural producers and empowerment through access to information can be considered as the main benefits of ICT application in agriculture. However, critical factors for the success of digitalization of public services in agriculture, such as connectivity, usefulness of information content and the ability to make decisions based on information provided using ICT, affect the success of acceptance of changes, especially in developing countries.Digitalization, being one of the major drivers of change in the 21st century, has fundamentally altered the way the global economy and society thought to be developing. The digital transformation of agricultural systems will most certainly have effects on the creation of information and knowledge, the institutional environment and management, as well as relations between stakeholders, both private and public. Digitalization of public services in the agricultural sector is the part of a broader strategy of digital transformation of this economic activity, the expected outcome of which is the transition of traditional agriculture to agriculture 4.0 and digitalization of farms. Timely provision of appropriate information to farmers is essential to increase the efficiency and sustainability of small farms. Strengthening market activities, improving interaction with key stakeholders, better connecting agricultural producers and empowerment through access to information can be considered as the main benefits of ICT application in agriculture. However, critical factors for the success of digitalization of public services in agriculture, such as connectivity, usefulness of information content and the ability to make decisions based on information provided using ICT, affect the success of acceptance of changes, especially in developing countries.
MANDATORY SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING – EVOLUTION OF REGULATION IN THE EUROPEAN UNION
Authors: Stojanović-Blab Maja , Blab Daniel
Published: January 2025

In times of climate changes, social inequality and resource scarcity, responsible corporate governance is essential for sustainable global economic development. The importance of sustainability reporting lies in the fact that companies present their ecological, social, and economic impacts transparently to stakeholders and take responsibility for their actions. Through such reports, companies can show how they integrate sustainability aspects into their business strategy, implement them in their business activities and what progress they are making. Until the 2008 financial crisis, corporate sustainability reporting in the EU was based on voluntary reporting, but this was replaced by mandatory sustainability reporting because of the lessons learned from the financial crisis. The reasons for this included the fact that the voluntary principle of sustainability reporting only provided the hoped-for impetus for corporate management geared towards sustainability aspects to a limited extent and that the EU's political will to transform the economy and society into a sustainable one is intended to channel capital flows into sustainable companies and business activities by means of increased transparency. The aim of this paper is to show the current development of the EU Regulation on the road to mandatory sustainability reporting.
PERCEPTION OF EPISTEMIC AUTHORITY AND RELIANCE ON IT AMONG EMPLOYEES OF DIFFERENT GENERATIONS TOWARDS THEIR DIRECT MANAGERS IN GREEK ORGANIZATION “X”
Authors: Kruope Linda , Blumberga Solveiga
Published: January 2025

An international organization in Greece employs at least three generations—X, Y, and Z. Understanding the factors that influence the perception and reliance on epistemic authority across these generations is essential. Such insights would enable organizational leaders to address and accommodate these differences, thereby enhancing the level of perception and reliance on direct supervisors' epistemic authority. This could positively impact various outcomes, including job performance, employee turnover, achievement of key performance indicators (KPIs), employee integration and engagement, and other organizational objectives.Epistemic authority is studied as one of the most significant forms of authority, with the assumption that people are more likely to trust and agree with someone they perceive as knowledgeable or an expert in a given field—i.e., an epistemic authority. When a person's authority is based solely on their official position, it fosters less reliance than when they are regarded as an expert in their field. This perception as an expert enhances the sense of authority and fosters greater trust in it. The primary aim of this study is to investigate the perception of and reliance on the epistemic authority of direct supervisors from different generations, to promote positive collaboration between management and employees. The study results reflect that, overall, the employees at organization “X” perceive direct supervisors as positive epistemic authorities. Statistically significant differences were found in the perception of and trust in epistemic authority among employees from generations X, Y, and Z. The most important reasons for relying on epistemic authority, as claimed by respondents, include the supervisor’s “personality traits,” “opinions,” and “expertise” in the relevant field. The factors most strongly influencing the perception of epistemic authority were “expertise” and “subjective compassion.”
INVESTIGATION OF HEAT-AFFECTED ZONES OF THERMITE RAIL WELDINGS
Authors: Fischer Szabolcs , Harangozó Dóra , Németh Dalma , Kocsis Bence , Sysyn Mykola , Kurhan Dmytro , Brautigam András
Published: January 2025

The paper investigates the heat-affected zone (HAZ) of several rail joints executed by thermite rail welding (TW). The examined rail profile was 54E1 (UIC54). The rail steel categories were different: R260 and R400HT. The welding portions of the TWs fitted R350HT and R260 rail categories with normal welding gaps. The rail pieces were brand new, i.e., without any usage in the railway track. The authors executed Vickers-hardness tests (HV10) and material texture tests on the running surface of the rail head, as well as on slices cut from the rail head. The cutting was performed by the water jet method, five longitudinal direction slices with vertical cutting lines. The considered specimen lengths were 2×70 mm (i.e., 70 mm from the mid-point of the rail joint), however, the depths were 20 mm from the running surface. Therefore, the measuring spaces were 5 mm lengthwise and 2 mm in depth. The variation of the hardness values was determined considering the microstructures of the base steel material and the TW. For comparison, previously measured Elektrothermit SoW-5 and earlier own research were taken into consideration.
NOVEL SMART DESIGN OF REAR HALF SHAFT OF LARGE URBAN TRANSPORT VEHICLE
Authors: Alberti Fabio , D'Andrea Danilo , Macor Alarico , Risitano Giacomo , Rosseti Antonio , Sedmak Aleksandar
Published: January 2025

New design method of rear half shaft of a large urban transport vehicle with a conventional (Power Shift) and hydro-mechanical (Power Split) transmission is presented. The so-called Smart Design is based on the automatic cumulative fatigue damage determination combining the Rainflow method and Palmgren-Miner rule. Previous study, comparing the Power Shift transmission with other alternatives, clearly demonstrated that the Power Split transmission offers significant advantages in terms of pollutant emissions and fuel consumption, making it a better choice for the ecological transition. Anyhow, from a mechanical point of view, the results of this work show that the load condition of the hydro-mechanical Power Split transmission reduce significantly the fatigue life of a component initially designed for a conventional transmission.
COMPREHENSIVE EVALUATION OF DIMENSIONAL DEVIATION, FLANK WEAR, SURFACE ROUGHNESS AND MATERIAL REMOVAL RATE IN DRY TURNING OF C45 STEEL
Authors: Milosevic Aleksandar , Simunovic Goran , Kanovic Zeljko , Simunovic Katica , Santosi Zeljko , Sokac Mario , Vukelic Djordje
Published: January 2025

The study investigated the turning of C45 steel in a dry environment. The input parameters that were varied were cutting speed, feed, depth of cut, corner radius and insert type. The experimental investigations were carried out according to a custom experimental design using the D-optimality criterion. The measured output parameters were dimensional deviation, flank wear and surface roughness, while the material removal rate was calculated. A detailed analysis and evaluation of the effects of the input parameters on the output parameters was carried out. The model was diagnosed and appropriate regression equations was established. Based on the obtained regression equations, multi-objective optimisation was performed using particle swarm optimisation. The objective function was to simultaneously minimise dimensional deviation, flank wear and surface roughness and maximise material removal rate. The optimisation was carried out for different weighting coefficients of each output function for different production requirements. The obtained models and optimal values were verified by additional confirmation experiments.
MECHANICALLY PRESSED POLYMER-MATRIX COMPOSITES WITH 3D STRUCTURED FILLER NETWORKS FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE SHIELDING APPLICATION
Authors: Choi Chunghyun , Qaiser Nadeem , Hwang Byungil
Published: January 2025

The increasing demand for miniaturization, high-power density, and high-frequency electronic devices highlights the importance of polymer composites with high electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding. These composites are crucial to maintaining devices, reducing communication errors, and protecting human health. In this study, we developed a mechanically pressed composite of polystyrene, MXene, and boron nitride nanosheets (BNNSs) with a 3D structured filler network through electrostatic interactions and the hot-pressing technique. Constructing a 3D filler network within the composite led to a significant EMI shielding effect, particularly in the low-frequency range. Furthermore, it was observed that the BNNSs-coated sample contributed to superior EMI shielding effectiveness compared to the non-coated sample. This suggests that BNNSs improve the EMI shielding effectiveness by providing additional interfaces within the composite and help prevent the degradation of MXene. We expect our study to provide valuable insights into the development of 3D structured filler networks within composites while contributing to improvements in thermal conductivity and EMI shielding performance.
ANALYSIS OF NANOBEAM-BASED MICROSTRUCTURE IN N/MEMS SYSTEM USING VAN DER WAALS FORCES
Authors: Nadeem Muhammad , Ain Qura-Tul , Almakayeel Naif , Shao Yabin , Wang Shuqiang , Shutaywi Meshal
Published: January 2025

Nano/microelectromechanical system (N/MEMS) have garnered significant global attention for their transformative applications across various cutting-edge fields, including wearable devices, 5G service, collecting power, and space travel. These systems face challenges when exposed to excessive forces and leading to pull-in instability that can undermine a reliable performance. Therefore, it is essential to quickly and precisely comprehend the periodic motion of the system to minimize the possibility of pull-in instability and maintain consistent operation. This article explores the application of the homotopy transformation scheme (HTS) for forecasting dynamic behavior of N/MEMS. The most advantage of HTS is its ability to deliver results without relying on hypotheses, assumptions, or constraints on variables. To illustrate its effectiveness, we use a generalized N/MEMS oscillator system, presenting an accurate analysis of analytic solution. Specifically, we focus on a microstructure of nanobeam-based system actuated by van der Waals (vdW) forces to highlight its periodic characteristics. The results reveal that HTS provides a robust comparison and excellent agreement with the exact solution, underscoring its reliability and precision.
PREDATION OF THE CLOUDY SNAIL-EATER, Sibon nebulatus, BY THE GREAT KISKADEE, Pitangus sulphuratus, IN THE NORTHERN LOWLANDS OF COSTA RICA
Authors: Mora José Manuel , Villalobos Alvarado Elián
Published: January 2025

Several snakes are adapted to an arboreal lifestyle, including some that consume mollusks, such as those belonging to the genus Sibon. In Costa Rica, there are seven species of Sibon, and one of the most common is the Cloudy Snail-eater (Sibon nebulatus), a nocturnal snake with primarily arboreal habits but also sometimes found on the ground. Based on a photographically documented observation in the northern lowlands of Costa Rica, we report the predation of the Cloudy Snail-eater by the Great Kiskadee (Pitangus sulfuratus). This record contributes to the knowledge of the trophic interactions of both species.
Coendou mexicanus (Erethizotidae) COMO PRESA POTENCIAL DE Crocodylus acutus (Crocodylidae) EN LA VENTANILLA, OAXACA, MÉXICO
Authors: García Grajales Jesús , Buenrostro Silva Alejandra , Aguilar García Josué Ariel , Escamilla Cortés Gaudencio , Hernández Ramírez Olegario
Published: January 2025

Presentamos un caso de interacción entre un puercoespín tropical (Coendou mexicanus) y un cocodrilo americano (Crocodylus acutus) en la laguna de La Ventanilla, Oaxaca, México. Encontramos en un área de manglar a un subadulto de C. acutus sumergido en una zona poco profunda de la laguna. El animal presentaba varias proyecciones blanquecinas que emergían de la región antero-lateral de la mandíbula, concluyendo que dichas proyecciones correspondían a los pelos queratinizados (púas) dorsales del Puercoespín tropical, utilizados como estrategia defensiva ante depredadores. El presente reporte permite incluir al puercoespín tropical en la lista de presas potenciales de C. acutus.
NEW PREY RECORDS FOR CAT-EYED SNAKES OF THE GENUS Leptodeira (SQUAMATA: DIPSADIDAE) WITH HISTORICAL REVIEW OF THE SPECIES' DIET
Authors: Jiménez-Bolaño Juan David , Sierra-Serrano Óscar , Díaz Flórez Ronald Alessandro , Zarate-Tirado Hugo Alejandro , Granda-Rodríguez Hernán Darío
Published: January 2025

Cat-eyed snakes consume a wide variety of prey items, mostly including frogs and lizards. In this paper, we report new dietary records for snakes of the genus Leptodeira, and perform a review of prey items recorded for the genus.
El comportamiento alimentario y el conocimiento del etiquetado de alimentos: diferencias entre mujeres y hombres
Authors: García García Jesús Alberto , Hernández-Ángel José Favian , Charles Meza Ángel Gerardo
Published: January 2025

La obesidad es un problema de salud pública en el mundo y se relaciona con el comportamiento alimentario y los hábitos alimenticios no saludables de las personas. En México se han implementado acciones concretas, como la modificación de la norma del etiquetado de alimentos que establece un nuevo etiquetado frontal. El objetivo del estudio es analizar las dimensiones del comportamiento alimentario y las dimensiones del conocimiento del etiquetado de alimentos entre mujeres y hombres del estado de Coahuila, México. Se realizó un estudio cuantitativo, transeccional con alcance descriptivo, correlacional y comparativo. El muestreo fue por conveniencia. Se utilizó la escala de comportamiento alimentario y la encuesta de conocimiento del etiquetado de alimentos. El instrumento se aplicó a personas trabajadoras de la industria de alimentos de 18 a 60 años siendo 58.6 % hombres y 41.4 % mujeres. Los resultados indican que las mujeres tienen un puntaje más alto que los hombres en su preferencia por el consumo de alimentos y bebidas, mientras que en la variable percepción de alimentación saludable los hombres obtuvieron los puntajes más altos, se observó que la dimensión conocimiento de sellos tuvo más relaciones con el comportamiento alimentario. Además, existen diferencias estadísticas significativas entre hombres y mujeres en las dimensiones: conocimiento de leyendas, conocimiento de sellos y forma de preparación de los alimentos. En conclusión, las personas trabajadoras tienen un conocimiento suficiente del etiquetado de alimentos y un comportamiento alimentario poco saludable, debido a la existencia de barreras y creencias de cambio para mejorar su salud.
El rol de los ambientes alimentarios en los hábitos de alimentación en una comunidad educativa universitaria
Authors: Herrán Murillo Yurdey Fernanda , Parra Martínez Catalina , Varela Arévalo María Teresa
Published: January 2025

Los ambientes alimentarios tienen una importante influencia en el patrón alimentario de las personas, particularmente en aquellos contextos en los que permanecen cotidianamente, tal como los contextos educativos. Este estudio se propuso caracterizar los hábitos de alimentación de estudiantes y trabajadores de una universidad privada de la ciudad de Cali, Colombia, y comprender su percepción sobre los ambientes alimentarios de la institución. El estudio tuvo un método mixto
con diseño convergente paralelo
; en el componente cuantitativo se realizó una encuesta sobre hábitos y prácticas de alimentación, y aspectos del ambiente alimentario. En esta participaron
4240 personas de la comunidad universitaria (3252 estudiantes y 988 trabajadores). En el componente cualitativo se realizaron entrevistas grupales, indagando la percepción sobre los ambientes alimentarios (oferta alimentaria, variedad, precios, calidad, cantidad, lugares). Los resultados muestran un consumo moderado de frutas y verduras, un consumo mayor al esperado de alimentos y bebidas ultraprocesadas, así como el reconocimiento de aspectos físicos, políticos, económicos y sociales del ambiente alimentario que condicionan las elecciones alimentarias, afectando el consumo de alimentos saludables y promoviendo el consumo de alimentos no saludables. Se discuten recomendaciones para instituciones universitarias que permitan comprender el rol de los ambientes alimentarios en los hábitos de alimentación de la comunidad educativa
De la pandemia a la endemia COVID 19
Authors: Orellana-Centeno José Eduardo , Guerrero Sotelo Roxana Nayeli
Published: January 2025

México, al igual que la mayoría de los países del mundo, tuvo dificultades para desarrollar e implementar medidas de salud pública adecuadas en los primeros momentos de la pandemia, y la respuesta del gobierno mexicano parece haberse demorado demasiado. Los tres primeros casos se confirmaron a finales de febrero y no fue hasta el 24 de marzo cuando el gobierno mexicano inició la promoción de las medidas de distanciamiento y una política consistente, hasta la fecha, en temas como el uso de mascarillas1.
La Facultad de Odontología y la Revista Odontológica Mexicana, ligadas en el tiempo y en su esencia
Authors: De la Fuente-Hernández Javier
Published: January 2025

Este año la Revista Odontológica Mexicana cumple 20 años de haber publicado su primer número. A lo largo de estas dos décadas ha logrado consolidarse como un espacio abierto, incluyente y en crecimiento constante. Estos logros se pueden observar desde muchos ángulos: el número de artículos de investigación original, los casos clínicos presentados, las editoriales, los números especiales, o las revisiones de la literatura. También podríamos medir el número de Universidades participantes y su procedencia, y finalmente su Comité Editorial, su arbitraje por pares, el número de registros, o los 16 índices electrónicos en los que está cubierta.
A Study on Factors Influencing Behavioral Intention to Adopt and Use Neobanking
Authors: Potaraju Pratyusha
Published: January 2025

Financial inclusion has a significant impact oneconomic growth and development and improves the livingstandards of
individuals in emerging economies. After the impact of demonetization, the tendency among people to incline towards digital
payments and net banking increased. Digital payment apps, e-wallets, and online shopping are now going through a higher
growth rate. Neobanking is a concept completely powered by Fintech wherein there exists no bank in its physical form and
complete operation is in its virtual form. This has enabled the Neobanking system to be the financial institution in its complete
sustainable potential. The research is carried out to study the Behavioral Intention to adopt and use Neobanks with a sample
size of 131 respondents randomly. The research deals with thearea of Financial Technology and Behavioural Finance. As a part
of the research, a developed questionnaire was circulated. After collecting the data, Reliability tests such as Cronbach's alpha
and validity tests such as Average Variance extracted were conducted to understand the reliability of the constructs used. Partial
Least Squares (PLS) - Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) analysis and bootstrapping analysis are conducted to understand
the impact of constructs on Behaviour Intention to adopt and use Neobanks. The results identified that among the Perceived
Risks, Perceived Financial Risk (PFR) and Perceived Privacy Risk (PPR) have a strong, positive and significant impact on
Behavioral Intention to Adopt (BIA) Neobanks. Among the key constructs of the UTAUT model only Hedonic Motivation (HM)
has a significant impact on Behavioral Intention to use (BIU) Neobanks. Demographic factors further helped us to understand
the Behavioral Intention to Adopt and Use Neobanks.
Automated Salt Segmentation in Seismic Images Using U-Net Architecture for Improved Geological Analysis
Authors: Shukla Kushagra
Published: January 2025

Salt segmentation is a critical advancement in geospatial and geological analysis, enabling precise identification of salt
deposits in seismic imagery. This project utilizes the U-Net architecture—a deep learning model known for its robust
performance in biomedical image segmentation—to automate and enhance the accuracy of salt detection. Leveraging an
encoder-decoder structure with skip connections, the system achieves high-resolution segmentation of complex geological
boundaries. Data augmentation and efficient preprocessing ensure model generalization across diverse geological datasets. This
solution offers significant improvements in accuracy, efficiency, and scalability, reducing reliance on manual interpretation.
Future directions include exploring hybrid architectures and real-time processing for broader applications in energy exploration
and environmental monitoring
Non-Isolated High Gain Quadratic Boost Converter
Authors: P Rasnas
Published: January 2025

A new non-isolated high gain quadratic boost converter is introduced in this paper. Theconcept of inductors asymmetric
input voltage is adopted for developing this high gain converter. The proposed converter benefits from continuous input, positive
output, common ground and high-power density features which makes it suitable for renewable energy applications, electric
vehicles, dc microgrid applications etc. This converter has got many advantages when compared to the existing topologies in
terms of component count, voltage gain, effectiveness index etc. This topology possesses a higher effectiveness index and lower
switching device power rating. To validate the performance of the proposed converter, experiments are conducted on 6W
laboratory prototype, and corresponding results are presented in this work.
Exploring Saraca Asoca: Importance, Controversy, and Its Botanical Neighbours
Authors: Mawar Kirti
Published: January 2025

Saraca asoca (Ashoka) is a medicinal plant renowned in Ayurvedic medicine for its role in treating various
gynecological conditions. Despite its revered status, the plant's authenticity has been compromised due to frequent
misidentification and substitution with other species such as Shorea robusta, Polyalthia longifolia, and Bauhinia variegata. This
review critically examines the controversy arising from these substitutions, which are often driven by morphological similarities
and the scarcity of authentic Saraca asoca in certain regions. Through an analysis of existing literature, it is evident that these
substitute species lack the specific bioactive compounds that give Saraca asoca its therapeutic properties. Consequently, the use
of these substitutes in place of true Saraca asoca can result in diminished efficacy and pose potential safety risks. The findings
highlight the pressing need for accurate botanical identification and the implementation of standardized quality control
measures to ensure the integrity of herbal medicines. Addressing this issue is crucial not only for preserving the therapeutic
value of traditional remedies but also for protecting consumer health. The review concludes that more rigorous research and
regulatory oversight are necessary to resolve the ongoing controversies surrounding Saraca asoca
Trabajo colaborativo, limitaciones de implementación desde la perspectiva de directores escolares
Authors: Leiva-Guerrero María Veronica , Polanco-Madariaga Montserrat
Published: January 2025

Actualmente, la política educativa chilena ha dado relevancia al trabajo colaborativo del profesorado, pues el trabajar junto a otros permite el Desarrollo Profesional Docente y la profesionalización de su trabajo. La siguiente aportación tiene por objetivo describir las principales limitaciones para promover el trabajo colaborativo desde la óptica de directores de escuelas públicas chilenas. Para ello se realizó un estudio cualitativo con la aplicación de 15 entrevistas semiestructuradas a directores de las dos regiones más populosas del país. A partir de los resultados, se observa que las principales limitaciones para la implementación del trabajo colaborativo estarían dadas por la cultura docente marcada por el individualismo, la competitividad y las responsabilidades profesionales, características opuestas a lo que implica el trabajo colaborativo para el Desarrollo Profesional Docente, pero que res­ponden a un modelo de accountability de mercado imperante en la educación pública chilena.
La temporalidad del anhelo en la configuración de la territorialidad urbana periférica del barrio Llano Verde (Cali, Colombia)
Authors: Fernández-Castelblanco Laura
Published: January 2025

El artículo analiza el entrecruzamiento de la territorialidad urbana periférica y la temporalidad del anhelo de las personas con trayectorias de desplazamiento, que esperan construir un territorio de paz en Llano Verde (Cali, Colombia). Destaca que la segregación, la desigualdad, la violencia y las infraestructuras inacabadas del barrio mueven a las personas a actuar colectivamente por su ilusión, mediante la organización social y los vínculos comunitarios. Dado que el Estado no ha garantizado la paz, los residentes interpretan el devenir desde la perspectiva del anhelo, utilizando las experiencias territoriales pasadas, la agencia y la imaginación de un futuro mejor para transformar el espacio. Este artículo contribuye a los estudios de territorialidad, mostrando su carácter dinámico, y de temporalidades, indicando su discontinuidad multiplicidad-mutabilidad en un contexto periférico. Se argumenta que el anhelo por un territorio de paz actúa en el presente, y que oscila entre el pasado y el futuro en la búsqueda de su consecución.
Ecologías de la búsqueda: desapariciones, temporalidades y fricciones en el posacuerdo colombiano
Authors: Sabogal Venegas John Edison
Published: January 2025

Tras el acuerdo de paz del 2016 entre el estado colombiano y las Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia - Ejército del Pueblo (FARC-EP), la búsqueda humanitaria de todas las personas desaparecidas por la guerra en Colombia abre nuevos e inéditos escenarios transicionales. A su vez, supone una serie de desafíos para los actores involucrados en medio de los cuales emergen prácticas y conocimientos en fricciones temporales y espaciales. El artículo propone la noción de ecologías de la búsqueda para explorar las temporalidades de la incertidumbre implicadas por la desaparición, las temporalidades burocráticas configuradas por el humanitarismo de estado y las temporalidades geográficas de la espacialidad de la guerra y el posacuerdo. Explorando confluencias y colisiones entre dichas temporalidades, consideradas como formas inconclusas y dinámicas de devenir, abordo ritmos, direccionalidades y marcadores espaciotemporales que configuran las ecologías de la búsqueda en el actual y turbio contexto transicional colombiano.
Espantos y cruzados: espectros, guerra y temporalidades en los Llanos Orientales de Colombia
Authors: Pérez Gómez Johanna
Published: January 2025

El artículo describe cómo los relatos de espantos, espectros de los Llanos Orientales colombianos, aparecen junto a referencias a los cruzados, combatientes paramilitares que conjuraban poderes antibalas a través de la brujería. La coexistencia de estos relatos en los espacios de oralidad muestra cómo la guerra, evocada en la figura del cruzado, se superpone al mundo pastoril centrado en el trabajo con ganado, escenario de los encuentros con espantos. El artículo ofrece una mirada a las tensiones manifiestas en esta superposición, las cuales se originan en el impacto de la guerra paramilitar en las nuevas generaciones de llaneros, que transformó paisajes físicos, mundos simbólicos y formas de relacionarse con el pasado y el presente de la región.