bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Andean giants: Priscula spiders from Ecuador, with notes on species groups and egg-sac troglomorphism (Araneae: Pholcidae)
Authors: Huber Bernhard A. , Meng Guanliang , Dupérré Nadine , Astrin Jonas , Herrera Mauricio
Published: November 2023

The Andean genus Priscula Simon, 1893 includes the largest Neotropical pholcid spiders, but due to their mostly cryptic lifestyle they remain poorly collected and poorly studied. Many species available in collections remain undescribed and nothing has been published about the phylogeny and the biology of the genus. Here, we deal with a recent collection of Priscula spiders from Ecuador, the country of origin of the type species, P. gularis Simon, 1893. We describe eight new species, collected at 17 localities at altitudes from 640–3160 m, all based on males and females: P. azuay sp. nov., P. llaviucu sp. nov., P. espejoi sp. nov., P. esmeraldas sp. nov., P. chapintza sp. nov., P. pastaza sp. nov., P. bonita sp. nov., and P. lumbaqui  sp. nov. We use a sample of approximately 26 species-level taxa, mostly from Ecuador and Venezuela, to propose a first hypothesis about relationships within the genus. Our data (mainly CO1) suggest the existence of five species groups, three of which are represented in Ecuador. The cave-dwelling P. pastaza sp. nov. is only slightly troglomorphic (paler than usual; anterior median eyes strongly reduced or lost) but differs dramatically from forest-dwelling congeners in its biology: it hangs fully exposed in its web during the day; it produces egg sacs with only 6–7 eggs (average in 15 other species: 42 eggs); and it produces the largest eggs relative to body size of all studied species.
Real-World Evidence of Intra-institutional Performance Variation in Indefinite Diagnosis of Pleural Effusion Cytology
Authors: Chen Kuang-Hua , Kuo Chien-Yi , Chen Tai-Di
Published: November 2023

Context.—

Pleural effusion cytology has been widely used in the investigation of pathologic fluid accumulation in pleural spaces. However, up to one-tenth of the cases were not given a definitive diagnosis. These cases have largely been neglected in the bulk of the literature.

Objective.—

To provide real-world data on indefinite diagnoses including “atypia of uncertain significance” (AUS) and “suspicious for malignancy” (SFM) in pleural effusion cytology and to investigate pathologists’ practice patterns on using these diagnostic categories.

Design.—

We reported the diagnoses of 51 675 cases. Descriptive statistics and correlation coefficients were used to analyze the relationships between different diagnostic categories and pathologists’ practice patterns and possible explanatory variables.

Results.—

The diagnoses AUS and SFM were reported in 4060 cases (7.86%) and 1554 cases (3.01%) in the cohort, respectively. The mean rates for these indefinite diagnoses varied up to 3-fold between pathologists. Correlations were found between AUS and SFM, as well as between indefinite diagnoses and negative for malignancy (NFM). No correlations were found between pathologists’ years of experience or case volume and the rates of indefinite diagnosis or diagnostic certainty.

Conclusions.—

A real-world baseline for the rates of indefinite diagnoses in pleural effusion cytology is provided in this large retrospective study. Pathologists show significant variation in their use of indefinite diagnostic categories, and the tendency to use these ambiguous terms was not correlated with individuals’ experience or case volume. How to untangle the intertwined relationship between the uncertainty of indefinite diagnoses and that of NFM requires future prospective studies.
Common Issues for General Practitioners in the Medical Management of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Care
Authors: Banerjee Ashmita , Johnson Burgundy , Kauer Aaron , Gunderson Carissa , Stevens Hanna E.
Published: November 2023

With a limited number of child and adolescent psychiatrists available to see youth patients, many common psychiatric problems in youth are managed by other providers. Clinical pearls from experts in child and adolescent psychiatry can help general practitioners with this management. Some common issues are discussed here for which practical guidance is offered, ranging from approaches to assessment and how to start and titrate medications for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, depression, and sleep problems.
Novel Dosing and Monitoring of Aspirin in Infants With Systemic-to–Pulmonary Artery Shunt Physiology: the SOPRANO Study
Authors: Branstetter Joshua W. , Woods Gary , Zaki Hania , Coolidge Nicole , Zinyandu Tawanda , Shashidharan Subhadra , Aljiffry Alaa
Published: November 2023

OBJECTIVES

Provision of pulmonary blood flow with a systemic-to–pulmonary artery shunt is essential in some patients with cyanotic congenital heart disease. Traditionally, aspirin (ASA) has been used to prevent thrombosis. We evaluated ASA dosing with 2 separate antiplatelet monitoring tests for accuracy and reliability.

METHODS

This is a retrospective, pre-post intervention single center study. Two cohorts were evaluated; the pre-intervention group used thromboelastography platelet mapping (TPM) and post-intervention used VerifyNow aspirin reactivity unit (ARU) monitoring. The primary endpoint was to compare therapeutic effect of TPM and ARU with regard to platelet inhibition. Inadequate platelet inhibition was defined as TPM <50% inhibition and ARU >550.

RESULTS

Data from 49 patients were analyzed: 25 in the TPM group and 24 in the ARU group. Baseline characteristics were similar amongst the cohorts. The TPM group had significantly more patients with inadequate platelet inhibition (14 [56%] vs 2 [8%]; p = 0.0006) and required escalation with additional thromboprophylaxis (15 [60%] vs 5 [21%]). There was no difference in shunt thrombosis (1 [2%] vs 0 [0%]; p = 0.32), cyanosis requiring early re-intervention (9 [36%] vs 14 [58%]; p = 0.11), or bleeding (15 [60%] vs 14 [58%]; p = 0.66).

CONCLUSION

With similar cohorts and the same ASA-dosing nomogram, ARU monitoring resulted in a reduced need for escalation of care and concomitant thromboprophylaxis with no difference in adverse outcomes. Our study suggests ARU monitoring compared with TPM may be a more reliable therapeutic platelet inhibition test for determining ASA sensitivity in children with congenital heart disease requiring systemic-to–pulmonary artery shunt.
Melatonin Use in Infants Admitted to Intensive Care Units
Authors: Bradford Caitlyn , Miller Jamie L. , Harkin Maura , Chaaban Hala , Neely Stephen B. , Johnson Peter N.
Published: November 2023

OBJECTIVES

Sleep deprivation is a risk factor for delirium development, which is a frequent complication of intensive care unit admission. Melatonin has been used for both delirium prevention and treatment. Melatonin safety, efficacy, and dosing information in neonates and infants is lacking. The purpose of this study was to describe melatonin use in infants regarding indication, dosing, efficacy, and safety.

METHODS

This descriptive, retrospective study included infants <12 months of age admitted to an intensive care unit receiving melatonin. Data collection included demographics, melatonin regimen, sedative and analgesic agents, antipsychotics, and delirium-causing medications. The primary objective was to identify the melatonin indication and median dose. The secondary objectives included change in delirium, pain, and sedation scores; change in dosing of analgesic and sedative agents; and adverse event identification. Wilcoxon signed rank tests and linear mixed models were employed with significance defined at p < 0.05.

RESULTS

Fifty-five patients were included, with a median age of 5.5 months (IQR, 3.9–8.2). Most (n = 29; 52.7%) received melatonin for sleep promotion. The median body weight–based dose was 0.31 mg/kg/dose (IQR, 0.20–0.45). There was a statistical reduction in cumulative morphine equivalent dosing 72 hours after melatonin administration versus before, 17.1 versus 21.4 mg/kg (p = 0.049). No adverse events were noted.

CONCLUSIONS

Most patients (n = 29; 52.7%) received melatonin for sleep promotion at a median dose was 0.31 mg/kg/dose. Initiation of melatonin was associated with a reduction of opioid exposure; however, there was no reduction in pain/sedation scores.
An Unusual Case of Delayed Midazolam Anaphylaxis and a Review of the Current Literature
Authors: Cochran-Caggiano Nicholas C. , Mann Deborah , Aiello Peter J.
Published: November 2023

Midazolam is a commonly used, well-tolerated, anxiolytic, sedative, anesthesia induction agent, and an adjunct for procedural sedation that is used widely in the emergency department. The ability to administer midazolam via multiple routes, including intranasal, makes it a particularly common choice for use in children. Intranasal administration is safe, easy, and well tolerated and has been shown to be an effective method of obtaining anxiolysis and/or sedation. Adverse drug reactions, including allergic reactions, can occur with any medication. However, anaphylaxis is an uncommon phenomenon from midazolam. Despite being one of the most common medications used in the emergency department and operating room, there are only a handful of unequivocal cases of anaphylaxis secondary to midazolam. The rarity of this presentation may lead to delays in care and potential adverse outcomes as a result. We present one such case of a 10-year-old patient who experienced anaphylaxis after administration of intranasal midazolam to facilitate a computed tomography scan.
Yazılı Basından Dijital Yayıncılığa: Kırgızistan’da Dijital Haberciliğin İzini Sürmek
Authors: AYHAN Niyazi , KALA Coşkun
Published: November 2023

Bu çalışma, insanlığın tarih boyunca bilgi edinme ihtiyacından doğan gazetecilik ve habercilik alanının teknolojik gelişimini ele almaktadır. İlk insanların hayatta kalma amacıyla başlayan bu ihtiyaç, zaman içinde merak ve dünyayı anlama isteğine evrilmiştir. Teknolojinin ilerlemesiyle birlikte, gazetecilik ve habercilik formatları da değişime uğramıştır. Çalışma, özellikle Kırgız basınının bu paradigmalardaki değişimini ele alarak, Kırgızistan'daki internet ve sosyal medyanın yükselişinin gazeteciliği nasıl dönüştürdüğünü incelemiştir. Kyrgyztuusu adlı devlet gazetesi ve ticari yayın yapan Super.kg gazetelerinin web sitelerine odaklanarak, Kırgız basınının dijital devrimle uyum sağlama süreci üzerine verilere ulaşılmıştır. Bu verilerin analizi sonucunda, incelenen web sitelerin başarılı oldukları alanlar belirtilirken, web sitelerin geliştirilmesi gereken alanlara vurgu yapılmış ve bazı önerilerde bulunulmuştur.
SULTAN II. SELİM’E İTHAF EDİLEN FARSÇA BİR TAHMÎS: TAHMÎS-İ DÎVÂN-İ HÂFIZ
Authors: KASKA Çetin
Published: November 2023

Bir gazel, tercî-i bend, terkîb-i bend, kaside, rubâî, kıta veya mesnevinin her beytinin önüne aynı vezin ve kafiyede üçer mısranın ilave edilmesiyle oluşan nazım biçimine tahmîs denilmektedir. Beşleme ve beşli hale getirme anlamlarına gelen tahmîsin muteber sayılabilmesi için ilave edilen mısraların söz konusu manzumenin beyitleriyle anlam ve ses bakımından kaynaşması gerekmektedir. İlave edilen mısraların ilave edildikleri mısralarla kafiyeli olması elzemdir. Şairler daha çok kendilerinden önce gelen veya çağdaşı olan meşhur şairlerin şiirlerini tahmîs etmişlerdir. Ancak kendi şiirlerini tahmîs eden bazı şairler de bulunmaktadır. Tahmîs divan edebiyatında diğer nazım türlerinden daha çok rağbet görmüştür. Nitekim hemen her şairimiz kendinden önceki veya çağdaşı bir şairin şiirine tahmîs yazmıştır. Hatta nerdeyse her şairimizin divanında tahmîs bulunmaktadır. Edebiyatımızda sadece Türkçe tahmîsler kaleme alınmamış, Farsça tahmîsler de yazılmıştır. Yümnî ve Beyânî gibi şairlerimiz bu alanın en meşhurları olarak bilinmektedir. Beyânî, Hâfız’ın 88 gazeline Farsça tahmîs yazmış ve bu eseri Sultan II. Selim’e ithaf etmiştir. Beyânî’nin bu eseri mensur bir mukaddime ve 88 gazelin tahmîsinden oluşmaktadır. Asıl beyitlerle ilave edilen beyitlerin anlam bakımından kaynaştığı bu eserde Beyânî mahlası kullanılmıştır. Mukaddime hariç eser basit ve sade bir üslup ile kaleme alınmıştır. Bu çalışmada Arap edebiyatında doğan, oradan Fars edebiyatına geçen ve daha sonra Türk edebiyatında yer edinen tahmîse değinilecek ve Beyânî’nin Hâfız’ın Dîvânı’na yazdığı Farsça tahmîs (Kayseri Râşid Efendi Kütüphanesi, nr. 1278) ilk defa detaylı ele alınacak ve eserdeki kırk tahmîs Türkçe’ye tercüme edilecektir.
NEGOTIATING A FLUID COLLECTIVE IDENTITY: A CASE STUDY OF THE YUNNANESE IN BAN HIN TAEK VILLAGE, CHIANG RAI PROVINCE
Authors:   , Weilin Chen
Published: November 2023

This thesis examines how Yunnanese villagers in the borderland village of Ban Hin Taek, Chiang Rai Province, Thailand, negotiate their identity in 21st century Thailand at three different levels: locally among upland ethnic groups, nationally in relation to mainstream national Thais, and transnationally with different Chinese groups. The thesis uses qualitative methods to analyze and interpret various materials and data collected during several field research trips to Ban Hin Taek, with the main one having occurred from March to June of 2016. Fieldwork activities included participant observation, extensive interviewing, and document gathering. The study reveals that village Yunnanese use several strategies to create flexible collective identities for themselves in a complex and multi-tiered socio-political cultural environment in Thailand, working at the local, national, and transnational levels. Yunnanese villagers in Ban Hin Taek adapt themselves to their socio-cultural environments by using a flexible social negotiation strategy, that is often successful but not always perfect, as well as often by maintaining a low profile. They make an adaptable collective identity that is distinct from those of local ethnic groups, Thai society, and transnational Chinese communities. The analysis of their identity construction shows that their complex social interactions and negotiating processes have shaped fluid identities that allow Yunnanese villagers to effectively work in the various socio-cultural settings they encounter. The analysis also helps us understand how their negotiations allow them to survive in the dynamic socio-cultural-political environment, especially by not trying to strongly stand out. The motivations and forms of agency which drive Yunnanese to make their social status in Thai society today prompts them to shape flexible ethnic boundaries and collective identity in local, national and transnational social settings.
The efficacy of clinacanthus nutans (burm.f.) lindau against cyprinid herpesvirus 3 in koi fin cell line and fancy carp (cyprinus carpio koi)
Authors:   , Haetrakul Thanida
Published: November 2023

Cyprinid herpesvirus 3 (CyHV-3) or Koi herpesvirus (KHV) is a virulence viral infection in common carp and koi. The disease has caused global epizootic and economic loss in fish aquaculture and in the wild. Clinacanthus nutans (Burm. f.) Lindau is a well-known medicinal plant used in Thai traditional medicine. Virucidal effects of the plant extract against human herpes simplex virus have been reported. In this study, C. nutans crude extract, dichloromethane fraction and n-butanol fraction were tested for antiviral activities against CyHV-3 in koi fin cell line. The 50% cytotoxic concentration of crude extract was at 1,701.57 µg/ml, dichloromethane fraction at 522.47 µg/ml and n-butanol fraction at 1,797.98 µg/ml. Effective concentrations of the crude extract pre and post-infection were at 250, 500 and 1,000 µg/ml. The dichloromethane fraction and n-butanol fraction did not have antiviral activity. The C. nutans crude extract was chosen to perform antiviral activity test in koi carp. The results showed effective antiviral activity against CyHV-3 pre and post infection. The 50% lethal concentration of extract was higher than 5,000 µg/ml. The 50% effective doses (ED50) were 991.59 µg/ml, 782.72 µg/ml, 749.05 µg/ml and 707.80 µg/ml at 1, 2, 3 and 4 hours pre-infection, respectively. The ED50 from post infection test were 2,050.88 µg/ml and 2,337.74 µg/ml at 0 and 24 hours, respectively. The results showed that crude extract expressed antiviral activity against CyHV-3 can be applied as therapeutic agent in common carp and koi aquacultures.
SAÚDE MENTAL: Desafios da Prevenção, Diagnóstico, Tratamento e Cuidado na Sociedade Moderna - Edição XIV
Authors: Barroso L. De Freitas Guilherme , Astrês Fernandes Márcia , Reder Custodio de Souza Ariadine , Maria Moura de Paulo Martins Vieira Egidia , Tomal Grace , da Silva Roberta
Published: November 2023

A Saúde Mental é uma área que requer atenção especial, em vista da
sua complexidade e pelo impacto que causa na sociedade, sendo de grande
relevância para a saúde pública. Ter saúde mental não se resume apenas à
ausência de transtornos ment
Pesquisa Multidisciplinar em Saúde - Edição VI
Authors: Barroso L. De Freitas Guilherme , Reder Custodio de Souza Ariadine , Maria Moura de Paulo Martins Vieira Egidia , Khaled Sleiman Hanan
Published: November 2023

O atendimento, abordagem e pesquisa de equipes multidisciplinares é o modelo recomendado pela Organização Mundial de Saúde. Os cuidados são prestados por profissionais de habilidades diversas, os quais se complementam para elevar o conhecimento dos c
Assessment of Communication as a Crucial Tool in Organizational Management
Authors:   Department of Mass Communication, Kampala International University Uganda, Tijjani T. Abubakar
Published: November 2023

Communication is a vital tool in organizational management, as it helps employees understand the organization's mission, philosophy, and objectives. However, challenges such as the use of a chain or vertical channel, disregard for informal means, poor communication skills, illiteracy among junior workers, and inability to operate modern communication systems pose significant obstacles to effective communication. This paper recommends adopting multiple channels of communication, ensuring information flows vertically, horizontally, and laterally across the organization. Informal communication should be considered important and not relegated to the background. Regular training for management and staff is necessary to enhance performance and avoid incorrect interpretation of information. Lastly, management should avoid using high-sounding words when passing information to illiterate junior staff. Keywords: Communication, Organizations management, Employees
Factors Influencing Exclusive Breastfeeding in Lactating Mothers Attending Kaabong District Hospital in Kaabong District
Authors:   Faculty of Clinical Medicine & Dentistry Kampala International University Western Campus  Uganda., Peter Lotyang Lokapel
Published: November 2023

This study aimed to evaluate the factors influencing exclusive breastfeeding among lactating mothers at Kaabong district hospital. A total of 93 mothers were recruited using a simple random sampling technique. STATA software was used for data analysis, and crude odds ratios were used to determine the level of significance. The majority of participants were aged 18-25, married, and had no formal education. The majority of participants exclusively breastfed their children. Factors influencing exclusive breastfeeding included the mother's age and education level. Barriers to exclusive breastfeeding included the mother's positive HIV status and insufficient breast milk production. The exclusive breastfeeding rate at Kaabong General Hospital falls above the World Health Organization's recommended level. To maintain this high rate, breastfeeding promotion messages should be provided to mothers to raise awareness about the benefits of exclusive breastfeeding using mass media. The study highlights the need for further support for exclusive breastfeeding among lactating mothers in the area. Keywords: Infants, lactating mothers, Exclusive breastfeeding, Positive HIV status, No formal education.
Antenatal Care Utilization Factors Among Pregnant Women Attending Antenatal Care Clinic at Kakanju Health Centre III Bushenyi District
Authors:   Faculty of Clinical Medicine and Dentistry Kampala International University Western  Campus Uganda, Evelyne Naturinda
Published: November 2023

The study aimed to determine the factors influencing the utilization of antenatal care (ANC) among pregnant women aged 18-40 attending ANC clinics at Kakanju Health Centre III in Bushenyi District. The research used a descriptive cross-sectional study design, with a sample size of 384 respondents. The results showed that 86.2% of participants had adequate knowledge about ANC utilization, while 13.8% had inadequate knowledge. Women aged 15-20 years, house wives, maids, and shop attendants were also more likely to have inadequate knowledge. Women without education were six times more likely to have inadequate knowledge about ANC utilization. Women in their first pregnancy were three times more likely to have inadequate knowledge. Women with a history of previous stillbirth were three times more likely to have inadequate knowledge. Women with a history of previous cesarean section were two times more likely to have adequate knowledge about ANC utilization. Age, occupation, marital status, and education level were found to be statistically significantly associated with knowledge regarding ANC utilization. Keywords: ANC utilization, Pregnant women, Cesarean section, Stillbirth, ANC services.
Assessing the Factors Influencing the Adoption of Digital Signatures Among Government Employees in Tanzania
Authors: Ngalomba Robert , Mhina Julius Raphael Athuman
Published: November 2023

This study aimed at assessing the factors influencing the adoption of digital signatures among government employees in Tanzania. The study was guided by the technology acceptance model (TAM) with an additional of facilitating condition, a construct that was borrowed from the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT). The quantitative research design was used by employing a purposive sampling technique to effectively identify cases that would use limited research resources. The study involved sample of 256 respondents drawn from selected government organizations. Findings indicated that the results are consistent with the original TAM framework and the additional factor – facilitating conditions fit well into the model. The results were discussed and recommendations as well as future research directions were suggested.
Statistical and AI modeling of UK and France elevator accidents and their violating safety rules
Authors: Zarikas Vasilios , Zholdasbayeva Moldir , Mitra Ayan
Published: November 2023

This study presents a statistical analysis applying different statistical techniques, including trained Bayesian Networks an artificial intelligence (AI) method, to explore datasets of lift accidents involving safety rules for two countries: UK and France. The study concerns six years data for both countries and covers almost all elevator accidents taken place during private and professional uses; 218 cases for UK and 205 cases for France. The relevant time interval for U.K. is 6th January 2006 to 29th December 2012, while for France data concern the period of 18th February 2003 to 17th December 2009. The major aim of the study is to exhibit and demonstrate that for accident datasets, at least for similar datasets, multiple statistical methods have to be applied in order to extract reliable information, i.e. investigate interactions among factors and therefore help to develop prevention measures. Three statistical models were built to derive associations between factors concerning violation of rules related to the installation and maintenance of elevators, passengers' safety rules, risks and unforeseen circumstances. Associations between severity of injury and categories of gender or age of injured people have been found. Furthermore, specific influences between severity of injury and categories of type of rules or of type of accident have been identified. The obtained results will contribute to the design of efficient methods to avoid future accidents in both countries.
Relationship Between Religiosity and Self-Control with Cybersex Behavior in School Students
Authors: Fauzi Moh Alimudin , Suroso Suroso , Farid Muhammad
Published: November 2023

Teenagers, characterized by burgeoning curiosity about sexual material on the internet and often a lack of self-control, are increasingly free to explore the web. This study endeavors to discern the relationship between religiosity and self-control in relation to cybersex behavior among students. The respondents comprised 80 students from two Public High Schools located in Surabaya and Pasuruan, Indonesia, aged between 15-18 years. The study employs a quantitative correlation method, with research data collated through Google Forms, utilizing scales of religiosity, self-control, and cybersex behavior that have satisfied the criteria of validity and reliability. The data were subsequently analyzed using Spearman's rank non-parametric statistical analysis. The results of this study show a substantial negative relationship between religiosity and cybersex behavior, with a correlation coefficient value between the two of -0.509 and a significance level of .000 (p = .05). Similar results showed that self-control and cybersex conduct had a correlation value of -.402, with a significance level of .000 (p = .05) signifying a substantial negative relationship. Therefore, there is a strong inverse association between self-control and cybersex.
Determining Temporary Small Water Bodies Via Remote Sensing: The Case of Guelta
Authors: Alrwais Omer
Published: November 2023

A guelta is a small body of water that accumulates in the wadis, or drainage channels of the Sahara or desert after rainfall. These gueltas are used mainly by wild animals for drinking and plants that grow near them. Identifying these gueltas in areas with short water supply is of most importance. Identifying them on the ground requires enormous resources, experience and knowledge. Geographic Information System (GIS) is an incredibly powerful tool for analyzing an area and it is used in many ways, such as mapping the size of a Guelta or predicting where water will flow during devastating storm events. In this paper we review published work that combined Guelta determination with GIS or remote sensing technology. The aim is to establish a comprehensive reference where researchers can start from. Relevant research is scarce and basic. There is plenty to be learnt from research on surface water detection (wetlands) and applied to Guelta research.
Dutch Rule of Law Alert
Authors: Graaf Niels
Published: November 2023

It is never a good sign when Viktor Orbán celebrates the election results of another country. Last Wednesday was one of those days. For the first time in the history of Dutch politics, a far-right party became by far the biggest party in the Dutch parliament. It is bad news in many respects, and even more, because the Dutch constitutional system knows a lack of formal rule of law safeguards. In contrast to countries such as Italy or Germany, the Dutch constitutional system is not prepared for a democratic move to the anti-liberal far right.
‚Steadfast and Unreserved‘
Authors: El Mahmoud Khaled
Published: November 2023

On 24 November 2023, the Barcelona City Council passed a resolution, suspending diplomatic ties with Israel, until a permanent ceasefire is established. While this may not reflect the stance of the Spanish government, it has nevertheless condemned ‘the indiscriminate killing of innocent civilians’. As more EU States (such as Belgium, France, and Ireland) have raised their concerns regarding Israel’s continuous military operations in Gaza, Germany has remained steadfast in its ‘unwavering’ and ‘unreserved’ support for Israel. To the extent that Israel has failed to comply with international humanitarian law (IHL), Germany’s position might amount to a breach of its obligation under common Article 1 (CA1) of the 1949 Geneva Conventions (GC) to ‘ensure respect’ for IHL. While this obligation is incumbent on all States parties to the GC, this post focuses on Germany due to its particularly affirmative position with respect to Israel’s conduct.
Perioperative Management of Anticoagulation and Antithrombotic Therapy
Authors: Streiff Michael B.
Published: November 2023

The latest updates to the NCCN Guidelines for perioperative management of anticoagulation and antithrombotic therapies reflect significant changes in the use of bridging anticoagulation. For patients with low- to intermediate-risk atrial fibrillation, the standard of care has shifted toward reduced reliance on bridging anticoagulation. The rationale for this shift is based on the BRIDGE trial, which revealed a 3-fold greater risk of major bleeding without significant reduction in thrombotic outcomes in patients receiving bridging therapy. In patients with mechanical heart valves, findings from the PERIOP2 study led to similar conclusions. Both of these studies have contributed to a paradigm shift in perioperative anticoagulation management, pivoting toward personalized therapy based on patient-specific bleeding and thrombotic risks. For emergent or elective surgeries, the NCCN Guidelines provide a framework for more individualized decision-making, emphasizing the need for ongoing cooperation among physicians, surgeons, and patients.
A Qualitative Study on the Body-Esteem and Appearance Management Behavior of Generation MZ Female Consumers of Body-Exposing Sportswear
Authors: Oh SooHyun , Chung KyuJin , Koh Ae-Ran
Published: November 2023

This study explored the relationship between Generation MZ female consumers’ participation in sports activity, consumption of body-exposing sportswear, body-esteem, and appearance management behavior. In-depth interviews were conducted with twenty Generation MZ female consumers who regularly participate in sports activity and consume body-exposing sportswear. Based on transcriptions of in-depth interviews conducted with research subjects, the researcher and two assistant researchers collectively categorized and compared common characteristics found in their responses, categorized according to themes using units of words/terms and paragraphs. The main finding were as follows. Firstly, Generation MZ female consumers participated in various sports activities for an average of approximately one hour, three times per week. The effects of such participation were improvements in physical and psychological health. Secondly, Generation MZ female consumers considered aesthetical, functional, and economical factors when they consumed body-exposing sportswear, regardless of the activity in which they participated. This sportswear served to increase the efficiency of exercise and also played a motivational role. Thirdly, the overall body-esteem of Generation MZ female consumers who participated in sports activity regularly and consumed body-exposing sportswear was high. Fourthly, Generation MZ female consumers who regularly participated in sports activity and consumed body-exposing sportswear were practicing active appearance management behavior in order to show how their body had been shaped by sports activity. In addition, they were pursuing four self-images: “polished image pursue”, “self-care image pursue”, “natural image pursue”, and “trustworthy image pursue”.
Management Information System Design Village Finance (case study of kelambir v kebun village)
Authors: Arpan
Published: November 2023

Fund allocation for each village is adjusted to a number of criteria. The problem that arises is that the mechanism and use of funds have not been properly recorded. This problem can be overcome by presenting good and transparent information, for this reason a village fund information system is needed for managing village funds using the waterfall method. This information system is very useful for monitoring village funds and absorption carried out by each village in real time, as well as providing information for the village head and policy makers in Klambir Lima Kebun Village to determine a policy. The system built is a system that discusses the Information System for managing village funds in Klambir Lima Kebun Village, a system design model in the form of a use case diagram, data storage structure and application display design using the PHP programming language and a database using MySQL, where the system has been built, the village officials of the five plantations will find it easier to process managing village funds and village fund allocation so that it is faster, more effective, effective, efficient and transparent. This system can handle the process of filling in data, changing data, deleting data, searching for data and reporting money data as well as providing information on village fund management in the village of Kelambir Lima Kebun.
Analisis Pengaruh Keadilan Perpajakan, Sistem Perpajakan, Pemahaman Perpajakan Dan Sanksi Perpajakan Terhadap Persepsi Pajak Mengenai Perilaku Penggelapan Pajak (Tax Evasion) Di Kpp Pratama Teluk Betung
Authors:   Akademi Perpajakan Tridharma, Yulia Rasti , Hertia Hertia ,   Akademi Perpajakan Tridharma
Published: November 2023

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh pengaruh keadilan perpajakan, sistem perpajakan, pemahaman perpajakan dan sanksi perpajakan terhadap persepsi pajak mengenai perilaku penggelapan pajak (tax evasion) di KPP Pratama Teluk Betung. Penelitian yang dilaksanakan penelitian kuantitatif. Penelitian ini menggunakan 77 responden penelitian. Ada lima variabel dalam penelitian ini yaitu: 4 (empat) Variabel bebas (X) dan 1 (satu) variabel terikat dimana keadilan perpajakan (X1), sistem perpajakan (X2), pemahaman perpajakan (X3) dan sanksi perpajakan (X4) sebagai variabel bebas (X) dan persepsi pajak mengenai perilaku penggelapan pajak/ tax evasion (Y) sebagai variabel terikat. Terdapat pengaruh keadilan perpajakan (X1), sistem perpajakan (X2), pemahaman perpajakan (X3) dan sanksi perpajakan (X4) secara bersama-sama (simultan) terhadap persepsi pajak mengenai perilaku penggelapan pajak/ tax evasion (Y) sebesar 49,9%.
Pengaruh Motivasi Kerja Dan Lingkungan Kerja Terhadap Kinerja Pegawai Pada Kantor Unit Pelayanan Teknis Dinas Pendidikan
Authors:   STIE Krakatau, Aprianis Aprianis , Susilo A. W. Siswo ,   STIE Krakatau
Published: November 2023

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh motivasi kerja dan lingkungan kerja terhadap kinerja pegawai pada Unit Pelaksana Teknis Dinas Pendidikan. Penelitian yang dilaksanakan penelitiankuantitatif. Penelitian ini menggunakan 20 responden penelitian. Ada tiga variabel dalam penelitian ini yaitu: 2 (dua) Variabel bebas (X1 dan X2) dan 1 (satu) variabel terikat dimana motivasi kerja (X1) dan lingkungan kerja (X2) sebagai variabel bebas dan kinerja pegawai (Y) sebagai variabel terikat.Berdasarkan analisis data telah ditemukan jawaban hipotesis yakni sebagai berikut; Terdapat pengaruh motivasi kerjaterhadap kinerja pegawai sebesar 17,5%. Terdapat pengaruh lingkungan kerja terhadap kinerja pegawai sebesar 16,2%. Terdapat pengaruh motivasi kerja dan lingkungan kerja secara bersama-sama terhadap kinerja pegawai sebesar 20,3%.
Pengaruhi Modal, Likuiditas , Efisiensi, Kinerja Terhadap Profitabilitas Pada Bank Umum Syariah Di indonesia
Authors:   STIE Krakatau, Narundana Vonny Tiara
Published: November 2023

Target Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh modal, likuiditas, Efisiensi, Kinerja Perbankan terhadap profitabilitas pada Bank Umum Syariah di Indonesia pada tahun 2013-2015. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian deskriptif kuantitatif. Dalam penelitian ini menggunakan data sekunder , dan kurun waktu yang digunakan 3 tahun yaitu periode 2013-2015. Teknik pengambilan sampling adalah purposive sampling Variabel penelitian terdiri 5 variabel ( 4 variabel bebas dan 1 variabel terikat) data penelitian diambil dari laporan bulanan keuangan 11 Bank Umum Syariah priode 2013-2015 Validasi data penelitian ini diverifikasi dengan dipublikasikannya dalam website masing-masing Bank Umum Syariah,website Bank Indonesia dan website Badan Pusat Statistik Indonesia. Analisis data yang digunakan adalah analisa Regresi untuk menganalisisf faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi profitabilitas Bank Umum Syariah di Indonesia pada 2013-2015.Hasil penelitian adalah variabel Independen secara simultan ( Uji F ) berpengaruh terhadap profitabilitas dengan tingkat signifikan 0,000. Sedangkan secara parsial ( Uji t ) menunjukkan bahwa:(1) modal memiliki pengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap profitabilitas,(2) likuiditas memiliki pengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap profitabilitas,(3) Efisiensi memiliki pengaruh negatif dan signifikan terhadap profitabilitas,(4) Kinerja memiliki pengaruh negatif dan signifikan terhadap profitabilitas Bank Umum Syariah. Berdasarkan penyesuaian R² diperoleh 0,563 ini berarti bahwa kemampuan empat variabel independen dapat menjelaskan Profitabilitas 56,30 % sedangkan sisanya 43,70 % dijelaskan oleh faktor lainnya.
Technology in Distance Learning
Authors: Bochorishvili Nino , Lomsadze Nino , Bochorishvili Irakli
Published: November 2023

Since there are no scheduled classes to attend and all necessary information is available online, distance education has replaced synchronous learning for many students and teachers during the pandemic. However, we are still unsure of the long-term effects of distance learning and whether it provides the same value as learning in a classroom face-to-face.

This article discusses important challenges that colleges must take into account, such as how to help students without dependable internet access or technology participate in digital learning, as well as some specific issues related to the management of remote learning.
Pedagogik Kritis adalah Salah Satu Kuncinya:
Authors: Adrianus Yosia
Published: November 2023

Migrasi tidak dapat dihindari lagi pada saat ini dan salah satu wujudnya di Indonesia adalah urbanisasi. Sebagai dampaknya, menumpuknya manusia di kota memberikan ekses sosial dan juga ekologis. Dengan demikian, sebagaimana hasil penelitian dari UMC pada tahun 2022, problem ini menjadi suatu panggilan bagi para tsaddiqim atau orang-orang benar untuk menjadi alat transformasi di ruang publik. Pentingnya untuk melihat proses ini sebagai suatu usaha untuk mencari solusi yang berkelanjutan, pendidikan merupakan salah satu kunci untuk mewujudkannya. Saya mengklaim bahwa falsafah pendidikan kritis yang dibarengi dengan visi misioner ala Gerakan Lausanne dapat menjadi salah satu opsi yang dipilih dalam menjadikan pendidikan, terutama K-12, sebagai salah satu poros penting di dalam pewujudnyataan hal tersebut. Hasil akhir dari tulisan ini adalah tiga visi yang menjadi telaah atas kajian interdisipliner filsafat pendidikan kritis dan juga teologis yakni: visi keberlanjutan, visi holistik, dan juga visi non-elitis. Visi keberlanjutan berarti visi inter-disiplin ini mengajak seluruh partisipan untuk melihat visi sistematik untuk menyelesaikan problem di atas. Lalu, visi holistik juga merupakan suatu ajakan untuk melihat problem kompleksitas kota ini secara integratif. Terakhir, visi non-elitis merupakan suatu ajakan bahwa problem di atas tidak dapat diselesaikan hanya dengan elitisme. Gerakan ini perlu menyasar akar rumput.
Lymphoid-specific helicase inhibits cervical cancer cells ferroptosis by promoting Nrf2 expression
Authors: Tie Weiwei , Ge Fenfen
Published: November 2023

Background

Cervical cancer is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in women worldwide. The underlying mechanisms of its progression are not well understood. In this study, we investigated the role of lymphoid-specific helicase (HELLS) in cervical cancer.

Methods

We measured HELLS expression in cervical cancer and assessed its function using gain- and loss-of-function experiments. Cell viability was measured using the Cell Counting Kit-8 (CCK8 ) assay, and cell proliferation was analyzed using colony formation and EdU assays.

Results

We found that HELLS was significantly increased in cervical cancer and that its overexpression promoted cell viability (P < 0.01) and colony formation (P < 0.001). In contrast, si-HELLS suppressed these effects. Moreover, HELLS overexpression inhibited cell death induced by the ferroptosis inducer erastin (P < 0.01). Mechanistically, we found that HELLS promoted cervical cancer proliferation by regulating nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2)-mediated ferroptosis.

Conclusion

Our data suggest that HELLS promotes cervical cancer proliferation by inhibiting Nrf2 expression. Therefore, HELLS knockdown may be an effective treatment for cervical cancer.
Groundwater Depth Prediction Based on Wavelet Decomposition-LSTM Network
Authors: Zhang Jianwei , Liu Di , Jiang Qi
Published: November 2023

The time series of groundwater depth has the characteristics of trend, abrupt, and non-stationary. Based on the advantages of wavelet decomposition and long short-term memory neural network (LSTM), a new coupling model (wavelet decomposition-LSTM) for groundwater depth prediction is proposed. Firstly, wavelet decomposition is applied to decompose the groundwater data into high-frequency periodic signals and low-frequency trend signals, to reduce the complexity of the time series. Secondly, the decomposed high-frequency and low-frequency signals are taken as inputs to train the model respectively, and then the total prediction value is acquired. The improved model reduces the limitations of LSTM processing complex signals and improves prediction accuracy. Taking the No. 5 well of Lu Wangfen Town and the No. 3 well of Muye Town as the research object, the achieved results from the proposed model were compared with the results of the LSTM model and the back-propagation (BP) neural network model. This comparison shows that the performance of the new model is better than the others, and the average relative errors of the coupling model are 2.11% and 2.49% respectively. The proposed method has high prediction accuracy and generalization ability and is a more effective method for groundwater depth prediction.
Genetic Variability in Garden Pea (Pisum sativum L.): A Review
Authors: Luthra Suraj , Singh Budhesh Pratap , Singh Rajat , Nagar Badri Lal , Singh Shivam Kumar
Published: November 2023

The estimation of variability parameters, particularly heritability and genetic gain, holds significant importance in assessing the potential for character improvement through selection. It is observed that selection based on highly heritable traits tends to yield more successful outcomes. Hence, the utilization of heritability, in conjunction with other measures of variability, enables the prediction of gains under specific selection intensities. Additionally, the concept of predicted genetic gain provides insight into the degree of change achievable in a trait through simple selection. However, the process of selecting for features related to yield and quality can be enhanced by having access to information regarding the correlation between these traits. This can be further improved by doing a path coefficient analysis to gain a deeper knowledge of the relationship between the important characteristics. In order to enhance the traits that did not exhibit a favorable response to selection, it becomes necessary to divide the non-additive component of genetic variance through the process of hybridization, which can be accomplished by conducting genetic divergence studies.
Review of Classification and Prevention of Subgrade Defects
Authors: Wang Qiang
Published: November 2023

Subgrade defects classification is one of the important means for highway management and maintenance departments to prevent and reduce disaster, and it is also the basis for using engineering analogy methods to prevent subgrade defects. For this reason, firstly, subgrade defects are divided into slope defects and subgrade subsidence defects according to the definition. and the existing subgrade defects classification methods are divided into single-factor index classification method and multi-factor index classification method, and through comparison, it is concluded that the multi-factor index classification method is better. Finally, the prevention and control measures of the existing subgrade defects are summarized from three aspects: optimization design, foundation reinforcement and improvement of drainage facilities. This will provide reference and ideas for the classification and prevention of subgrade defects.
High‐Performance Memristors Based on Few‐Layer Manganese Phosphorus Trisulfide for Neuromorphic Computing
Authors: Weng Zhengjin , Zheng Haofei , Lei Wei , Jiang Helong , Ang Kah‐Wee , Zhao Zhiwei
Published: November 2023

While transition‐metal thiophosphate (MPX3) materials have been a subject of extensive research in recent years, experimental studies on MPX3‐based memristors are still in their early stages, with device performance being less than ideal. Here, the successful fabrication of high‐yield, high‐performance, and uniform memristors are demonstrated to possess desired characteristics for neuromorphic computing using a single‐crystalline few‐layered manganese phosphorus trisulfide (MnPS3) as a resistive switching medium. The Ti/MnPS3/Au memristor exhibits small switching voltage (<1 V), long memory retention (104 s), fast switching speed (≈20 ns), high On/Off ratio (nearly two orders of magnitude), and simultaneously achieves emulation of synaptic weight plasticity. The microscopic investigation of the structural and chemical characteristics of the few‐layer MnPS3 reveals the presence of structural defects and residual Ti throughout the stacked layer following the application of voltage, which contributes to the uniformity of switching with a low set voltage. With highly linear and symmetric analog weight updates coupled with the capability of accurate decimal arithmetic operations, a high accuracy of 95.15% in supervised learning using the MNIST handwritten recognition dataset is achieved in the artificial neural network. Furthermore, convolutional image processing can be implemented using hardware multiply‐and‐accumulate operation in an experimental memristor crossbar array.
A Safe Separator with Heat‐Dispersing Channels for High‐Rate Lithium‐Ion Batteries
Authors: Yuan Botao , Feng Yuhan , Qiu Xinghan , He Yuhui , Dong Liwei , Zhong Shijie , Liu Jipeng , Liang Yifang , Liu Yuanpeng , Xie Haodong , Liu Zhezhi , Han Jiecai , He Weidong
Published: November 2023

Separators are becoming increasingly important in both academic research and industrial production as a means of enhancing the performance of lithium‐ion batteries (LIBs), particularly at a high rate. However, fast charge–discharge processes will produce local heat accumulation, which accelerates the local reaction rate of Li+ to form lithium dendrites. Commercial polyolefin separators fail to tackle the above issue due to inferior thermal stability. Herein, a core–shell structure is proposed to reinforce the polyvinylidene fluoride‐hexafluoropropylene (PVDF‐HFP) matrix through encircling carbon nanotube (CNT) by adherent polydopamine (PDA). The core–shell 3D structure with PDA avoids the short circuits caused by the electrically conductive CNT, and meantime, the CNT serves as an effective radiator for dispersing local heat sources verified through finite element analysis. The composite separator allows LIBs to achieve high Li+ conductivity (0.49 × 10−3 S cm−1) and Li+ transfer number (0.74), resulting in a high capacity retention of 87.35% after 800 cycles at 5C. In particular, the safety is confirmed that the composite separator avoids violent growth of lithium dendrites caused by local heat accumulation through phase‐field simulations. This work suggests a promising approach for the fabrication of core–shell nanotube composite separators for high‐rate and safe LIBs.