bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ANALYSIS OF THE METHODS OF DETERMINING THE BRITTLENESS INDEX AND THEIR APPLICATION FOR TERRIGENOUS RESERVOIR ROCKS OF THE DNIPRO-DONETSK BASIN
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, KRASNIKOVA Olena , KUZMENKО Pavlo ,   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, VYZHVA Serhii ,   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
Published: May 2024

The article discusses the concept of the rock brittleness index, which is widely used for the design of hydraulic fracturing. Three main approaches to its calculation (mineralogical, using elastic properties, using log data) are characterized. For each of the approaches, the characteristics of the most used calculation methods, which were created for rocks with different mineralogical composition, using different physical properties or based on different empirical dependencies, are given. For two sets of core material samples of terrigenous rocks of the Dnipro-Donetsk Basin, the mineralogical index of fragility according to the main petrogenic components was determined by two different methods and the brittleness index according to elastic properties – Young's modulus and Poisson's ratio, the angle of internal friction. A comparative characteristic of the results obtained by different methods was carried out, which showed the similarity of trends in lithology and petrophysical properties of rocks. The authors recommend the Jarvie mineralogical method, which is characterized by high accuracy and ease of use, for use in evaluating terrigenous reservoirs of the Dnipro-Donetsk Basin.
Anime-style life in Japan as a tourist resource
Authors:   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, Smirnov I.G. , Lyubitseva O.O. ,   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, Yatsenko B.P. ,   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine, Hryniuk D. ,   Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Kyiv, Ukraine
Published: May 2024

Nowadays, the business card of Japan, along with high-quality cars and advanced technologies, is such a tourist phenomenon as anime - cartoons, series and computer games in a characteristic Japanese artistic design style, which is distinguished by qualitative differences and, of course, its original drawing. Unlike cartoons from other countries, which are intended mainly for children's audiences (such as, for example, cartoons produced by the company "Walt Disney Productions" (USA), Japanese anime is designed for teenage and adult audiences, which is why it has gained worldwide popularity. Аnime сartoon characters always have cute hairstyles and sport figures, but the main thing that sets them apart is very large eyes, which, according to the Japanese, speaks of the desire of their owner to contact the outside world. Together with the heroes of anime cartoons, goods in the style of " kawaii" with the use of children's accessories were produced and the style of behavior of young people "cosplay" - reincarnation into cartoon characters with appropriate clothes and behavior became fashionable the anime subculture received a concentrated expression in 2010-2020 in the Tokyo district of Akihabara. Such a youth cultural phenomenon, similar to demonstratively careless clothing and the behavior of London hippies in the 1970s and 1980s, turned out to be a powerful tourist magnet, attracting first tens and now hundreds of thousands of visitors. Moreover, a festival called AnimeJapan has been held for ten years, where every year there are more exhibitor companies that produce anime films, series, computer games; "anime" goods, organize viewing of anime film productions in offline and online formats. In 2023, such a festival already attracted hundreds of thousands of "cosplayers" from Japan and abroad and turned into a powerful tourist event.
Social Media Mobilization and Advocacy: A Case Study
Authors: Oluwatoyosi Ajayi David
Published: May 2024

This case study investigates the role of social media mobilization and advocacy in the quest for justice for Mohbad, an influential Nigerian whose death sparked rumours of foul play involving friends and relatives. Utilizing a mixed-methods research design, data was collected through surveys administered to students of Taraba State University, Jalingo, and content analysis of qualitative data. Findings reveal positive perceptions towards social media mobilization, emphasizing the influence of social media influencers and hashtag activism. Challenges such as misinformation and algorithmic biases were identified, highlighting the need for ethical guidelines and responsible engagement in online advocacy. Recommendations include enhancing digital literacy, fostering collaborative partnerships, promoting responsible hashtag activism, and establishing ethical guidelines for digital advocacy.
Status of ICT Application/Library Automation in Selected Government Libraries in Delhi: A Study
Authors: Sanjay Kumar , Singh K. P.
Published: May 2024

The application of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in libraries and the automation/computerisation of libraries play a vital role in providing timely and effective information services to users. This paper examines the status of libraries attached to select ministries of the Government of India. This study examines the status of automation, availability of e-resources and use of IT in the select libraries.
Managing Digital Transformation: The Role of Artificial Intelligence and Reciprocal Symmetry in Business
Authors: Ying Deng , Patel Bhavik , Dhameliya Niravkumar
Published: May 2024

This study aims to understand better how corporate organizations may manage digital transformation by utilizing reciprocal symmetry and artificial intelligence (AI). The study aims to investigate the effects of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies on conventional business models, assess the possibilities and difficulties of attaining reciprocal symmetry in the context of digital transformation, and pinpoint methods for efficient AI integration that maintain organizational preparedness and alignment. Using a secondary data-based review methodology, the study synthesizes previous research on digital transformation, AI integration, organizational adaptation, and extant literature. Key conclusions show how crucial it is to have a culture of innovation, collaborate across functional boundaries, and plan strategically to maximize the advantages of digital transformation projects and achieve reciprocal symmetry. The policy implications underscore the necessity of allocating resources towards digital infrastructure, skills enhancement, and regulatory frameworks to facilitate the responsible adoption of AI and tackle obstacles such as limited resources, skills disparity, and cultural opposition. Organizations may handle technology upheavals and promote competitiveness and sustainable growth in the digital era by adopting reciprocal symmetry and supportive policies.
Awareness of Role of Physiotherapy in Women with Hypothyroidism
Authors: Bhalerao Shambhavi Dhananjay , Varadharajulu G.
Published: May 2024

Background: Hypothyroidism is a common condition among women that interferes with the quality of life due to its various symptoms, which include fatigue, joint and muscle pain, weight gain, and a slowed heart rate. When it comes to treating the symptoms of hypothyroidism, physiotherapy plays a crucial role. The medications for hypothyroidism will work on hormonal imbalance, but Physiotherapy focuses on the management of symptoms such as cramping and weakening in the muscles, shortness of breath, weight gain, numbness and tingling sensation in hands and fingers, and puffy faces seen in hypothyroidism. By focusing on these symptoms, physiotherapy can relieve various symptoms raised due to hypothyroidism and promote a happier, healthier lifestyle. Aim: This study aims to study the awareness of role of Physiotherapy in women with hypothyroidism. Objectives: The objective is to check the awareness level of physiotherapy among women diagnosed with hypothyroidism. Materials and Method: This was an observational study, and 82 participants were included in it. The survey was created using a variety of criteria to determine the overall understanding level. The self-administered questionnaire was prepared and circulated offline to women diagnosed with hypothyroidism depending on inclusion and exclusion criteria. The data was then analysed. Results: The statistical study revealed that women with hypothyroidism are less aware of the significance of Physiotherapy. Conclusion: There is a direct need to take measures to raise awareness of the need for physiotherapy in patients diagnosed with hypothyroidism for the management of complications and symptoms.
Effect of Physiotherapy Treatment in Tertiary Care Hospital on Functional Disability in Frozen Shoulder Patients
Authors: Mansi Patil R. , Trupti Yadav S.
Published: May 2024

Background: Frozen shoulder was introduced as Adhesive capsulitis by Naviesar in 1947. It commonly occurs between 40 and 70 years and is more common in females than males. Bilateral movements occur in 10-40 % of cases. It is mostly seen in patients with Diabetes mellitus. Patients with frozen shoulders are managed by Physiotherapy, medications (NSAIDs), corticosteroid injection, Arthrography infiltration, and manipulation. If not managed conservatively, surgical options are also available. The symptoms of the Frozen Shoulder can be reversed after the treatment has been taken. So, it is important to check whether the physiotherapy treatment is beneficial from a long-term perspective or not. Materials and Methods: A total of 37 patients participated in this study, 20 were females and 17 were males. Previous demographic and assessment data of these patients were recorded. Patients who were undergoing treatment were called to the Physiotherapy OPD and their pain, range of motion, and SPADI scale were assessed- A statistical analysis of comparison of previous and present scores was done by using a computerized method. Results: Statistical analysis showed significant improvement in pain and SPADI score in pre and post-test periods (p values of Visual analogue scale were 0.0628 for at rest, 0.009 for on activity, and 0.0033 for SPADI. Range of motion was not showing significance (p-value is more significant than 0.05), it was maintained throughout during pre and post-test periods. Conclusion: In statistical analysis, Pain and SPADI assessment showed significance, and Range of motion did not show significance in the pre and post-test. Hence, we conclude that treatment taken in Tertiary care hospitals is effective in patients with Frozen shoulders in a long-term perspective.
Prevalence of Low Back Pain in Plantar Fasciitis Patients
Authors: Vilas Shinde Vaibhav , Salunkhe Pragati
Published: May 2024

Background: In India, the most typical form of heel pain is plantar, which results in inflammation of plantar fascia sometimes and can be seen in every age group. This condition mainly includes inflammation of plantar fascia and can be treated conservatively. It may cause many secondary symptoms along with it, and pain in back region is one of them. The purpose of this study is to discover how prevalent low back pain was in individuals who had plantar fasciitis. Objectives: Objectives are to evaluate the pain associated with plantar fasciitis, assess the low back pain and lastly check the prevalence of low back pain in plantar fasciitis patients by using different methods. Method: A convenience sampling method consisted of 65 participants were selected in relation with inclusion and exclusion criteria. The information collected, which comprises questionnaires and demographic data. Two standardised questionnaires were used, i.e., one to check the ability of an individual on the basis of plantar fasciitis and another to check the back pain especially in lower region. Both scales were given to 65 individuals one by one. First the foot’s capability calculated, and then pain in lower back region was checked. The prevalence was calculated on the basis of both scale responses with the help of statistical analysis. Results: The outcomes of the statistical study indicated that, the incidence of low back pain is prevalent of individual’s foot disability in plantar fasciitis patients. Conclusion: Findings show that the prevalence of low back pain is higher if plantar fasciitis has become chronic in the patient, and if the foot’s ability is maximal, low back pain is minimal, and vice versa.
Ecological and Technological Aspects of Liquid-phase Filling of Styrene-butadiene Rubber with Black Carbon in an Ultrasonic Field
Authors: Korchaghin V.I. , Kiselev I.S. , Nechesova Yu.M. , Proniushkin M.O.
Published: May 2024

It has been found that black carbon exhibits increased sorption activity in relation to the emulsifying agents of the latex system under ultrasonic impact, which contributes to destabilization of the latex and the release of the elastomeric composition without the use of coagulating agents. It was revealed that as a result of the black carbon sorption of non-biodegradable leukanol, emulsifying substances in the form of resin soaps and fatty acids, the overall pollution of wastewater is reduced, and treatment efficiency of up to 98% is achieved in terms of COD. It has been shown that the liquid-phase filling of SKS-30ARK rubber at the latex stage with high-structural black carbon of grade P245 at a ratio, wt. part — rubber: black carbon = 100 : 100 allows to reduce the content of non-biodegradable leukanol down to 0.1 mg/dm3 and increase the biooxidability index of wastewater to 83%.
Monitoring and Forecasting the Spread of Industrial Emissions in the Atmosphere in Real Time SUSUPLUME
Authors: Elsakov S.M. , Drozin D.A. , Herreinstein A.V. , Olenchikova T.Yu. , Basmanov A.P. , Nitskaya S.G. , Zamyshlyaeva A.A.
Published: May 2024

The "Ecomonitor" software package has been considered, suitable for use in various industrial companies for tracking and forecasting the industrial emissions into the atmosphere, taking into account meteorological conditions in order to determine the transfer of pollutants to the area around the company. The mathematical model SUSUPLUME, operating in "Ecomonitor", has been presented. The main advantages of this parametric model have been indicated, namely the ability to assess air pollution in real time, as well as its application to various substances, including SO2, NO2, NO, CO, CO2 and dust.
Заболевания, ассоциированные с Т-лимфотропным вирусом типа 1 человека (HTLV-1)
Authors: Радыгина Л. В. , Мочалова Л. В.
Published: May 2024

ВВЕДЕНИЕ: Т-лимфотропный вирус типа 1 человека (HTLV-1) относится к семейству Retroviridae (род Deltaretrovirus) и напрямую участвует в канцерогенезе. Геном HTLV-1 представлен плюс-цепью РНК, которая транскрибируется в провирусную ДНК, а затем встраивается в геном клетки хозяина. После интеграции HTLV-1 присутствует в клетке в форме провируса. Как и для вируса иммунодефицита человека, основными мишенями HTLV-1 служат CD4+ T-лифоциты. Вирус передается через биологические жидкости организма: сперму, кровь и грудное молоко, – то есть половым путем, при гемотрансфузии и грудном вскармливании. Что касается эпидемиологии HTLV-1, то она до сих пор остается загадкой: кластеры с высокой эндемичностью часто расположены вблизи районов, где вирус практически отсутствует.

ЦЕЛЬ: Проанализировать клиническую картину, диагностику и лечение заболеваний, вызванных HTLV-1.

МЕТОДЫ: Проведен поиск литературы в базах PubMed, elibrary.ru и cyberleninka.ru по ключевым словам: «HTLV-1»+«diseases», «HTLV-1»+«diagnosis», «HTLV-1»+«epidemiology», «HTLV-1»+«treatment», «HTLV-1»+«Russia»; «HTLV-1»+«болезни», «HTLV-1»+«диагностика», «HTLV-1»+«эпидемиология», «HTLV-1»+«лечение», «HTLV-1»+«Россия». Основной поиск проведен за 2020–2024 гг.

РЕЗУЛЬТАТЫ: С HTLV-1 связаны такие заболевания, как Т-клеточный лейкоз/лимфома и миелопатия/тропический спастический парапарез. При HTLV-1-инфекции регистрируют патологии большинства систем органов. В связи с тем, что ассоциированные с HTLV-1 заболевания чаще всего протекают бессимптомно, этиологическую диагностику проводят уже на стадии развития патологии или при скрининге крови доноров на патогены.

ЗАКЛЮЧЕНИЕ: В обзоре рассмотрены вопросы клинических проявлений и течения заболеваний, вызванных HTLV-1, их диагностики и лечения. Несколько настораживает отсутствие серьезных популяционных исследований по распространенности этого вируса – фактически, диагностика на HTLV-1 предусмотрена только у доноров и у беременных. До сих пор этот вирус считается эндемичным для ряда территорий (Африка, Австралия, Ближний Восток, Япония и др.) и некоторых коренных народов, но, учитывая беспрецедентные миграционные потоки и международные связи в современном мире, мы считаем важным привлечь к нему внимание как эпидемиологов, так и клиницистов.
Central blood pressure and arterial stiffness in patients admitted with acute decompensated heart failure
Authors: Zenkina A. N. , Troitskaya E. A. , Kobalava Z. D. , Andreeva E. A.
Published: May 2024

Objective. To evaluate central systolic blood pressure (cSBP) and arterial stiffness (AS) in patients admitted with acute decompensated heart failure (ADHF) according to different phenotypes of ejection fraction (EF) and to assess their changes after 6 months of stable guideline-directed medical therapy. Design and methods. In 54 patients (61% males, median age 69,5 (62; 77) years, median EF 51% (interquartile range (IQR) 38; 55%), median N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide (NTproBNP) 623 (500; 1842) pg/ml; heart failure (HF) with reduced EF in 37%, HF with mildly reduced EF in 13%, HF with preserved EF in 50%), apart from routine tests, we assessed cSBP and AS with applanation tonometry (SphygmoCor). cSBP above individual reference values, central pulse pressure (PP) ≥ 50 mmHg, carotid-femoral pulse wave velocity (cfPWV) > 10 m/s, cfPWV above individual reference values, and aortic-brachial stiffness mismatch (stiffness gradient as cfPWV/carotid-radial (cr)PWV) ≥ 1) were considered abnormal. The statistical analysis was performed in the groups with EF ≥ 50% and < 50% р < 0,05 was considered significant. Results. Brachial systolic blood pressure (bSBP) in the whole group was 117 (106; 130) mmHg; cSBP 109,5 (96; 120) mmHg. Uncontrolled blood pressure was observed in 40%, hypotension — in 3%. There were no differences between groups according to EF. cSBP elevation was observed in 33% (28,5% in EF ≥ 50% and 38,4% in EF < 50%; р > 0,05), and in 27,1% with normal bSBP. There were no significant differences in AS parameters between groups according to EF. Elevation of at least 1 marker of AS was present in 78,5%, cfPWV > 10 ms — in 50%, cfPWV above individual reference values— in 55,5%, central PP ≥ 50 mmHg — in 16,6%, high AS gradient — in 70,3%. Abnormal AS gradient was observed in 48,1% of patients with normal cfPWV. Patients with more severe congestion according to bioimpedance vector analysis (BIVA) had lower cfPWV compared to less severe congestion: 9 (6,7; 10,2) vs 11,6 (6,9; 15,1) m/s, р = 0,04. There was significant correlation between the amount of extracellular fluid by BIVA and cfPWV (r = –0,36, p < 0,05). There was significant increase in cSBP, PP, cfPWV and augmentation index and decrease in PP amplification in the whole group after 6 months. Conclusions. Patients admitted with ADHF have high frequency of cSBP elevation regardless of EF and blood pressure control. The most common marker of AS increase was cfPWV elevation above individual reference values and abnormal stiffness gradient. Patients with less congestion by BIVA had higher cfPWV. After 6 months there was increase in cSBP and parameters of AS.
Association of inflammatory and hematological indices with left ventricular hypertrophy in hypertensive patients
Authors: Pavlova O. S. , Yasiukaits N. V. , Barbuk O. A. , Dzenisevich T. L. , Zataloka N. V. , Russkikh I. I. , Kaliadka M. H.
Published: May 2024

Objective. To identify an associative relationship between inflammatory indicators, hematological indices and left ventricular hypertrophy (LVH) in patients with uncontrolled arterial hypertension (HTN). Design and methods. We examined 130 patients with uncomplicated essential HTN I–II with ineffective blood pressure (BP) control (≥ 140/90 mmHg). All patients underwent a clinical examination with determination of risk factors, indicators of inflammation — high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP), interleukin‑1β (IL‑1β), interleukin‑6 (IL‑6), interleukin‑8 (IL‑8), tumor necrosis factor α (TNF-α), hematological indices — systemic immune inflammation index (SII), the monocyte to high density lipoprotein cholesterol ratio (MHR), the platelet to lymphocyte ratio (PLR), the neutrophil to lymphocyte ratio (NLR), and echocardiography. Results. The positive correlations were found between the indicators of nonspecific inflammation and signs of LVH — MHR and left ventricular myocardial mass index (LVMI) (r = 0,448; p < 0,001), the posterior wall thickness (PWT) of left ventricle (LV) in the diastole (r = 0,256; p = 0,003), the interventricular septum (IVS) thickness in the diastole (r = 0,311; p ≤ 0,001); the level of hs-CRP and the relative wall thickness (RWT) (r = 0,283; p = 0,002), PWT of LV in the diastole (r = 0,202; p = 0,043), IVS thickness in the diastole (r = 0,231; p = 0,011); the level of IL‑6 and the PWT of LV in the diastole (r = 0,215; p = 0,018); SII and IVS thickness in the diastole (r = 0,230; p = 0,009), the RWT (r = 0,205; p = 0,016); NLR and IVS thickness in the diastole (r = 0,227; p = 0,009), PWT of LV in the diastole (r = 0,205; p = 0,029), RWT (r = 0,206; p = 0,016). Using multiple linear regression, independent factors associated with increased LVMI in HTN patients were male sex (β = 0,201), waist circumference (WC) (β = 0,258) and MHR (β = 0,236) (p = 0,029). Independent factors for increasing PWT of LV in the diastole in HTN patients were WC (β = 0,354) and male sex (β = 0,266) (p = 0,003); increase of IVS thickness in the diastole — SII (β = 0,254), WC (β = 0,392) and male sex (β = 0,219) (p = 0,021); and an increase of RWT — hs-CRP (β = 0,333) (p = 0,001). Conclusions. In patients with uncontrolled HTN increased levels of hs-CRP, IL‑6, SII, MHR and NLR were associated with echocardiographic LVH criteria—LVMI, PWT and IVS thickness in the diastole, RWT. Independent factors for increasing LVMI were WC, male sex and MHR; IVS thickness in the diastole — SII, WC and male; RWT — hs-CRP.
Fauna, flora i cudowność — zagadki Wojciecha Tylkowskiego
Authors: Deskur Aleksandra
Published: May 2024

The aim of this paper is to analiyze the motives connected with a natural science in scientific treatise written by Wojciech Tylkowski — The Wise Conversations. Wildlife, animals and plants are important components of Tylkowski’s work — and a scientific interest in the evironment let researchers recognize The Wise Conversations as an example of very atractive type of Baroque literary production, called scientia curiosa (“interesting science”). In general this kind of literature is known of science popularization, making common knowledgle more fascinating and encouraging people to pay some attention to scientific questions.
Fauna i flora w Igrzyskach śmierci Suzanne Collins
Authors: Zielonka Beata
Published: May 2024

The purpose of this article was to demonstrate and inspire the fantasy literature addressed to young readers with motifs of flora and fauna. Plants and animals used by Capitol were subjected to intimidation, and were eventually used against the creator. Well-developed technology has created a world of chimeras and hybrids. Genetic animals are examples of dehumanization tributes and represent the final debasement districts. They hurt people physically and mentally, without any inhibitions. The names of the characters refer to the flora. Berries are a symbol of rebellion and social revolution and the nuns hope. Paradoxically, positively indexed in culture became the rose flower of death and hypocrisy of President Snow.
Postaci zwierzęce w artystycznej kreacji świata powiastek Beatrix Potter
Authors: Wdowińska Monika
Published: May 2024

The aim of the article is an attempt to report the behaviour of the animal character and the variety of fauna which is a background of events in Potter’s Tales. The attention will be drawn on unusual animal characters embodying particular behaviour and manners of, most frequently, absurd and shallow people. The issue of real places — captured on original illustrations — which inspired the process of creating a fictional world will be traced. In the following part of the lecture the formation process of the character will be traced. Beatrix Potter was an excellent writer — strayed from fairy tale’s canon and common stereotype, in which given animal represents a certain feature, either positive or negative. Individual stories of Peter Rabbit, his cousin Benjamin Bunny, Squirrel Nutkin, Mittens and Mr. Jeremy Fisher will be finally tracked and proved. In the contemporary world it is worth doing some reflection on the humanity nature and on the role of values in the life of homo sapiens representative. The 21 st century, which is marked by superficiality, mental, but unreal process of aging, incapacity of creating, but first of all, caring about interpersonal relationships, encourages us to think about the “quality” of everyone’s existence.
Fauna i flora w staropolskich opisach Orientu (wybrane przykłady)
Authors: Kuran Michał
Published: May 2024

The article presents a literary picture of oriental flora and fauna outlined in chosen texts written in Polish from 16th to 17th century. The material is divided into two groups: first consists of primary writings, written by former slave, traveller and diplomats, the second are secondary writings created by diarist and author of handbook for potential slaves. Analyzed were following texts: The Conversation With a Turkish about a Christian Faith by Bartłomiej Georgiewicz, About the Beginnings, Arguments, Gallantry, the Knight and Home Affairs of the Famous Lithuanian Nation by Maciej Stryjkowski, Peregrination or Pilgrimage to the Holy Land by Mikołaj Krzysztof Radziwiłł, The Prevailing Legation by Samuel Twardowski, The Chronicle of Sarmatian Europe by Aleksander Gwagnin and The History of Turkey by Marcin Paszkowski. Worth considering were criteria of choice of described plants and animals (known — familiar and unknown — exotic; functioning wild or cultivated or breeded; existence or lack of existence of fantastic creatures and their function in text), differences in outlook of flora and fauna from the point of view of slave, traveller and diplomat and according to the image established in the secondary writings. Important was the range of author’s observations: whether it presented panorama or single object; whether it was conducted on land or from the sea or from the river. The way of description — the unknown they tried to present by means of comparisons to the known one. A description technique was applied that affects the senses of sight, hearing and smell. The observation was conducted over a narrative way of capturing a static object or moving to a static or remaining in move subject.
Pre-treatment Loss to Follow-up in Patients with Confirmed Pulmonary Tuberculosis in Niamey, Niger
Authors: Madougou Assiatou Gagara Issoufou , Souleymane Mahamadou Bassirou , Soumana Alphazazi , Moussa Souleymane Halidou
Published: May 2024

Aims and Scope: Pre-treatment loss to follow-up (PTLFU) represents a major problem that hinders the management of tuberculosis. This paper focuses on determining the prevalence of lost to follow-up patients diagnosed with smear-positive pulmonary tuberculosis (SPPT) who are referred to other TB screening and treatment centers (TBSTC).
Methods: This was a prospective, descriptive, and analytical study conducted over a six-month period between March and August 2019, in patients diagnosed with smear-positive pulmonary tuberculosis at NCFATRD and referred to Niamey and Tillaberi centers. A chi-square test was used with a significance level of P ≤ 0.05.
Findings: 743 patients were diagnosed with SPPT, and 346 were referred to the TBSTC located in Niamey and Tillaberi cities. The prevalence of loss to follow-up before treatment in both Niamey and Tillaberi cities was 14.45% (50/343). Males represented 82% (41) of the cases with a sex ratio of 4.55. The mean age of the patients was 41.04 years. Patients not attending school, as well as those with primary school education, represented the majority of cases, accounting for 30% each. The majority of PTLFU (95.66%) were new cases of TB. Nearly half (42%) of PTLFU had traveled a distance of 6 to 15 km to receive TB screening. During the phone call follow up, only 12 patients (24%) were reached, of whom 7 (14%) were deceased.
Conclusion: The prevalence of PTLFU remains high. Therefore, reinforcing the research of lost to follow-up patients is necessary to enhance tuberculosis control and management.
A Comprehensive Review of the Three Main Topic Modeling Algorithms and Challenges in Albanian Employability Skills
Authors: Shehu Milena , Gjika Eralda
Published: May 2024

Today’s jobseekers face many obstacles while trying to find a career that aligns with their interests, employability soft skills, and professional experience. In Albania, jobseekers frequently initiate their job search by actively exploring job vacancies listed on various online job portals. The analysis of job vacancies posted online provides an added advantage to the labour market actors compared to traditional survey-based analyses. This is because it enables a faster analytical process, promotes decision-making based on accurate data, and should be carefully considered by every country when formulating their Labor Market Policies. Since the data posted online are unlabelled, it has been proven that the potential of unsupervised learning techniques, more precisely the Topic Modelling algorithms, is outstanding when applied to analysing job vacancies, mainly with regard to assessing employability soft skills. Algorithms in topic modelling are essential for uncovering hidden patterns in texts, facilitating the extraction of important data, generating document summaries, and enhancing content comprehension. This paper analyses and compares the three primary methodologies and algorithms used in topic modelling, which can be applied to analyse employability soft-skills: Latent Semantic Analysis (LSA), Latent Dirichlet Allocation (LDA), and BERTopic. At the end of the paper, conclusions are drawn regarding superior performance and optimal algorithm applicability, challenges, and limitations through a review of studies conducted in the Albanian job market.
The Use of Coenzyme Q10 in Hypertension: An Educational Article and Expert Opinion
Authors: Mosawi Aamir Al
Published: May 2024

Dietary health supplements have been increasingly used in the prevention and treatment of chronic disorders. Coenzyme Q10 is a dietary health supplement that has been reported to have an anti-oxidant property as early as the 1966. The aim of this paper is to review coenzyme Q10 research findings relevant to its use in hypertension.
Mpox: A Longhauler Case
Authors: Cusack Paul TE
Published: May 2024

I started keeping notes on what I thought might be Monkey Pox (Mpox) when it occurred back in March. I still have the original pimple like remnant which isn’t healing. I do have anemia. In this paper, we provide the pathology of undiagnosed MPox. I had showed the original lesion on my right arm for which he prescribed a topical corticosteroid (0.25%) It may not be related to the Mpox. The virus hasn’t cleared up after 3 months of rashes and itch, swollen lymph nodes, and fatigue.
The origins and work of the Scottish Law Commission, and the problem of the codification of Scottish private law
Authors: Szymura Mateusz
Published: May 2024

The subject covered in the paper is the origins, structure and workings of the Scottish Law Commission created, along with its English counterpart, under the Law Commissions Act of 1965.
The author of the article outlines the course of conceptual and legislative work to constitute the new commission, the extent of its relationship with and dependence on public authorities, as well as the key differences between the legal position of the two commissions, symbolically highlighted by the English commission’s gaining a stronger mandate under the 2009 Law Commission Act.
The final part of the paper is devoted to an attempt to assess the achievements of the Commission to date, the reasons for the failure of the premise of the grand codification endeavour, and the successes that the Commission claim in terms of reforming specific institutions and branches of law.
Unraveling the relationship between trade openness, economic growth, and financial development in Nigeria
Authors: Atoyebi Esther Olayinka , Oseni Isiaq Olasunkanmi , Ogede Jimoh Sina , Adegboyega Soliu Bidemi
Published: May 2024

Purpose — This study examines the impact of trade liberalization and economic growth on financial development and suggests policies to enhance financial stability.Method — The study utilizes an Autoregressive Distributed Lag Model to analyze the presence of co-movement within the context of trade openness and economic growth on financial development in Nigeria. Additionally, the technique allows for a dynamic assessment of the short and long term.Result — Our findings for Nigeria spanning from 1990 to 2021 demonstrate a positive long-term relationship between trade openness and financial expansion, while economic growth has a negative short-term impact on financial expansion.Contribution — This study contributes to the frontier of knowledge by uncovering the interplay among Nigeria's trade openness, economic prosperity, and financial development, which has been overlooked. Additionally, it offers insights into the specific dynamics and mechanisms operating within the Nigerian context by scrutinizing relevant economic indicators.
Key determinants of attitudes towards Islamic banks: An exploratory study among Islamic university students
Authors: Hidayati Nur , Pradesa Hafid Aditya , Agustina Iin
Published: May 2024

Purpose — The study seeks to identify the factors that have the greatest impact on attitudes towards Islamic banks, including awareness and knowledge of Islamic banking, adherence to Sharia principles, and collectivist or individualist attributes.Method — This study utilized quantitative methods, and the research instruments were carefully designed to measure the latent variables under investigation. The sample included 100 students from private Islamic universities in Malang City, East Java, Indonesia. Data analysis involved confirmatory factor analysis and multiple regression analysis.Result — This research highlights the crucial role of awareness and knowledge in fostering positive attitudes towards Islamic banks. Interestingly, compliance with Sharia principles was not found to significantly influence attitudes toward Islamic banks.Contribution — This research underscores the pivotal role of awareness and knowledge in fostering positive attitudes toward Islamic banks.
Determinants of financial distress in the building construction sub-sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange
Authors: Setowening Sekar , Djuminah Djuminah
Published: May 2024

Purpose — This study aims to analyze the influence of profitability, leverage, and intellectual capital on financial distress in companies within the building construction sub-sector.Method — The research method involves quantitative and regression analysis. The sample consists of companies within the building construction sub-sector that consistently published financial reports during the period 2016-2021. The research population comprises 96 building construction companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange, with 16 companies meeting the sample requirements. Data collection is performed using purposive sampling, and the analysis is conducted using EViews 10. Various tests, including classic assumption tests, feasibility analysis models, panel regression analysis, and coefficient of determination tests, are employed in the analysis.Result — The study results indicate a significant positive effect of profitability on the level of financial distress, suggesting that higher levels of profitability correspond to lower financial distress. Conversely, leverage demonstrates a significant negative effect on financial distress, implying that higher levels of leverage are associated with increased financial distress for the company. However, the study did not identify a significant relationship between intellectual capital and the level of financial distress, suggesting that the level of intellectual capital does not significantly influence the level of financial distress.Practical implications  — Management in the building construction sub-sector is encouraged to prioritize strategies and tactics aimed at enhancing company profitability. Focusing on efforts to improve operational efficiency, optimize asset utilization, and enhance the effectiveness of marketing strategies can contribute to an increase in the company's profitability.
Employee-centered Industry 5.0 - Case analysis of Haier
Authors: Lai Chaoan , Luo Shiban
Published: May 2024

How green digital intelligence and ecology promote enterprises to transform into industry 5.0 has attracted the attention of the industry and academia. Still, its internal driving mechanism at the micro level has not been clarified. Based on the perspective of enterprise dynamic capability and resource allocation, this paper studies the “path-process-capability” logical scheme of Industry 5.0 restructuring value chain. Firstly, the multi-case configuration analysis is carried out through focused stepwise quantitative case analysis to explore the resource collaboration path of Industry 5.0 transformation. Then, the process of digital intelligence and ecological reconstruction of the value chain is studied longitudinally for a single case, and the stage characteristics of green digital intelligence and ecology driving the Industrial 5.0 transformation of manufacturing enterprises are studied by combining the time series interval method and the critical event method. The process mechanism of digital intelligence and Industry 5.0 key capabilities are found. Aimed at the path problem of green digital intelligence and ecological reconstruction of the manufacturing value chain, based on multi-case statistical analysis and single-case in-depth analysis, the reconstruction mechanism and scheme of manufacturing ecological value chain were obtained. The research findings are as follows: firstly, four configuration forms of digital intelligence and ecological resource allocation are identified, and the rational allocation of resources is realized through the collaborative effect of resources. Secondly, the ecological process of green digital intelligence of manufacturing enterprises is based on the process of “standardization - online - integration - intelligence - ecological - Industry 5.0”, and the key technologies of each stage are identified. Third, in the transformation process of Industry 5.0, three key capabilities of enterprise digital production, digital drive, and ecological economy are constructed and data-led to promote the transformation and development of enterprise intelligent services and leverage the new business form of digital ecology.
ЗАГРОЗА ГЛОБАЛЬНОГО ГОЛОДУ: УКРАЇНА У СИСТЕМІ ПРОДОВОЛЬЧОГО ЗАБЕЗПЕЧЕННЯ ТА ВІЙСЬКОВА АГРЕСІЯ
Authors: Охріменко О.О. , Жуковська О.А.
Published: May 2024

Стаття присвячена глобальній проблемі подолання голоду у контексті досягнення цілей сталого розвитку. В основу дослідження покладено аналіз показників недоїдання та продовольчого забезпечення різними видами продовольства у розрізі окремих груп країн. Для досягнення цілей дослідження були використані методи аналізу та синтезу, статистичний, метод візуалізації та прогнозування на основі Double Exponential Smoothing. Ризикоуворюючими факторами, що призвели до погіршення ситуації є природні (повінь, засуха, тропічний циклон), політичні (політична нестабільність, військовий конфлікт, невизначеність) та соціально-економиічні (економічні потрясіння, перенаселення). У регіональному розрізі проблеми голоду найбільшою мірою торкаються африканських країн і часто повязані з низьким рівнем доходів. Різний рівень економічної стійкості дозволив різним групам країн по-різному пережити період пандемії ковід-19, яка звела нанівець багаторічний прогрес досягнення цілі подолання голоду. Проведений аналіз дозволив виявити кардинальні відмінності між ревнем щоденного забезпечення продовольством у перерахунку ккал на особу. Забезпечення країн ЄС та найменш розвинутих відрізняється майже у три рази. Аналіз структури харчування на основі показників продовольчого забезпечення дозволив виявити суттєві відмінності у наборі та енергетичній цінності продуктів харчування. Разом з тим пшениця та продукти її переробки становлять суттєву основу харчового раціону на рівні 10-21 %. Результати прогнозування вказують на посилення тренду зниження продовольчого забезпечення (пшениця та продукти її переробки) у всіх групах аналізованих країн. Проте для країн ЄС це не критичним зменшенням з огляду на достатній рівень енергетичного забезпечення продуктами харчування, який перевищує нормативні показники, розраховані Всесвітньою організацією охорони здоров’я. Україна, як гарант світової продовольчої безпеки навіть в умовах військової агресії продовжує виробництво та експорт зернових, який у 2022/23 маркетинговому році склав 49 млн т. Замінована територія та військові дії призвели до падіння експорту пшениці у поточному періоді на 37,5%. Для відновлення прогресу досягнення цілей сталого розвитку у питаннях подолання голоду необхідні новітні підходи щодо аграрного виробництва у різних кліматичних умовах, удосконалення механізмів управління виробничими ланцюжками з мінімізацією втрат та посилення відповідальності держав за колективну безпеку.
СУЧАСНИЙ СТАН ТА ПРОБЛЕМИ ЕКСПОРТУ УКРАЇНСЬКОЇ ДЕРЕВИНИ ДО ЄС: ЕКОНОМІЧНІ ТА ПРАВОВІ АСПЕКТИ
Authors: Давидкевич А.О. , Голюк В.Я. , Дергачов Є.В.
Published: May 2024

У статті проведено аналіз сучасного стану та проблем експорту деревини до ЄС. Проаналізована динаміка вирубки та відновлення лісів України. Досліджено географічну та товарну структуру експорту деревообробної промисловості. Розглянуто проблему заготівлі лісу та шляхи її усунення. Зазначено основні виклики, з якими стикнулися експортери під час війни. Проведено компаративний аналіз лісових ресурсів України та країн ЄС, виявлено потребу в формуванні загальної стратегії відновлення насаджень. Завдяки аналізу динаміки товарної структури визначено перспективні напрями експорту продукції деревообробної промисловості. За результатами аналізу були сформовані рекомендації щодо вирішення наявних проблем експорту лісу на мікро- та макрорівні.
ЯКІСТЬ ПОСЛУГ ПАСАЖИРСЬКИХ ПЕРЕВЕЗЕНЬ НА ЗАЛІЗНИЧНОМУ ТРАНСПОРТІ ТА ЇХ СПОЖИВЧА ОЦІНКА
Authors: Руденко М. В. , Добрик Л. О.
Published: May 2024

У статті наведено результати маркетингового дослідження з оцінки якості послуг пасажирських перевезень на залізничному транспорті методом анкетування, а також визначено ступень задоволеності пасажирів організацією залізничних перевезень. Розроблено шаблон анкети для заповнення пасажирами залізничного транспорту, яка не забере багато часу у пасажира і дасть повну інформацію про ступінь його задоволеності та передумови для вирішення наявних проблем з якісного обслуговування. Наведено результати апробації запропонованої методики на прикладі філії «Пасажирська компанія» АТ «Укрзалізниця». За результатами проведеного соціологічного дослідження з’ясовано, яка категорія пасажирів найбільше не задоволена якістю перевезень філії «Пасажирська компанія» АТ «Укрзалізниця» та в яких аспектах. Проведення маркетингового дослідження з оцінки якості послуг пасажирських перевезень є найважливішим елементом системи управління якістю послуг на залізничному транспорті, адже воно не тільки дозволяє проводити контроль рівня якості пасажирського обслуговування, а також надає базу для аналізу та прийняття ефективних управлінських рішень, і забезпечує зворотний зв’язок, необхідний для будь-якої стійкої та здатної до розвитку системи. Запропоновано проводити оцінку споживчих переваг на постійній основі з метою формування клієнтоорієнтованих залізничних послуг, що є одним із основних напрямків, який дозволяє оцінити вплив якості обслуговування на рентабельність, витратовіддачу, продуктивність праці, оборотність оборотних коштів, фондовіддачу, виявити підкритерії, які надають найбільший вплив і провести порівняльний аналіз ефективності прийнятих управлінських рішень щодо підвищення якості обслуговування на залізничному транспорті. Результати оцінки якості послуг пасажирських перевезень залізничним транспортом можуть бути використані як для виявлення основних недоліків обслуговування, так і для визначення шляхів їх подолання, що і наддасть можливість забезпечення соціально-економічної ефективності пасажирських перевезень на залізничному транспорті України.
КОМПАРАТИВНИЙ АНАЛІЗ ТАРИФІКАЦІЇ ПОСЛУГ ЗАЛІЗНИЧНОГО ТРАНСПОРТУ
Authors: Капустян В. В. , Глущенко Я. І.
Published: May 2024

У статті представлено результати порівняльного аналізу тарифікації послуг залізничного транспорту чотирьох країн: України, Індії, Німеччини й Польщі. Визначено найбільших залізничних перевізників досліджуваних країн. Проаналізовано рівень тарифів відповідно дистанцій переміщення вантажів залізничним транспортом. Встановлено, що найнижчі тарифи для транспортування вантажів до двадцяти тон спостерігаються в Україні та Індії, найвищі у Німеччині. Розраховано показник доходу перевізників з 1 тонно-кілометра. Розрахунки показали, що безумовним лідером є Німеччина, у якої дохід з тонно-кілометра перевищує аналогічний показник інших країн у десятки разів. За допомогою методу кореляційно-регресивного аналізу побудовано рівняння залежності тарифної ставки до приросту дистанції транспортування вантажів. Співставлення отриманих результатів продемонструвало, що найнижчий середній приросту тарифу серед досліджуваних країн спостерігається в Україні, найвищий у Німеччині та Польщі.
Diseño de simulador que identifica variables clave y su impacto en la producción de chayote
Authors: García Castro Héctor Daniel , Sánchez Ramírez Cuauhtémoc , González Huerta Magno Ángel
Published: May 2024

El presente artículo reporta un caso de estudio desarrollado en una empresa agroindustrial mexicana que produce chayote, durante el cual se desarrolló un modelo de simulación de pronósticos que sirve de apoyo para estimar el rendimiento de las huertas, así como su merma, y que ayuda a evaluar el nivel de satisfacción de los clientes por la entrega de sus pedidos. Se analizaron variables clave de la cadena de suministro del chayote, tales como condiciones climatológicas, mermas, área sembrada, rendimiento promedio por hectárea, tasas de exportación y contratos celebrados con los clientes. Con esta herramienta, la empresa podrá tomar medidas oportunas de abastecimiento, considerar a otros productores para que sean sus proveedores, cumplir con los pedidos de los clientes y, de esta forma, incrementar su nivel de satisfacción. En el desarrollo del modelo, se utilizó la metodología de Dinámica de Sistemas. La empresa realizó la validación del modelo y recibió una interfaz gráfica que permite la manipulación de ciertas variables para entender como estas afectan al proceso productivo del chayote mediante una serie de indicadores clave de desempeño.