bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Activity Trackers in Physical Therapy for People With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease in the Netherlands: Cross-Sectional Study on Current Use and Implementation Determinants
Authors: Ummels Darcy , Bols Esther , Frantzen Roel Johannes Anna , Frantzen Tim , Robeerts Levy , Beekman Emmylou
Published: February 2025

Background

In the Netherlands, 545,900 people experienced chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in 2022. Physical therapy following the Royal Dutch Society for Physiotherapy (Koninklijk Nederlands Genootschap voor Fysiotherapie) guidelines for COPD treatment is a proven effective treatment for people with COPD. The revised guidelines include a new recommendation: a patient’s physical activity level should be assessed with an activity tracker (AT). Literature shows that the implementation of eHealth in clinical practice, in this case, ATs, is challenging.

Objective

This study aims (1) to assess how and why ATs are currently used in physical therapy in patients with COPD and (2) to determine which barriers and facilitators are of relevance for optimal implementation of ATs during the clinical reasoning process of physical therapists in patients with COPD.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was used to evaluate the implementation of ATs in physical therapy. Included participants were physical therapists who were affiliated with Chronisch ZorgNet and had a specialization in COPD treatment. The survey content was based on the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research, the theory of planned behavior, the framework “experiences of patients with commercially available ATs,” and the Koninklijk Nederlands Genootschap voor Fysiotherapie guidelines for COPD. Physical therapists were questioned via a digital survey.

Results

In total, 211 completed surveys were analyzed. Of the 211 participating physical therapists, 108 (51.2%) used ATs, whereas most of them (n=82, 75.9%) already used ATs before it was advised in the guidelines. Physical therapists indicated that the most important reason to use ATs is that they experience it as an added health care value. Both users and nonusers indicated that the most important reason why they do not use ATs is because their patients do not want to use an AT. The second reason was a lack of knowledge in the nonuser group. Moreover, both users and nonusers indicated that the implementation of ATs was not prepared and planned for within their center.

Conclusions

Overall, these results show that ATs are not yet fully implemented in the Dutch general physical therapy practice in patients with COPD, as recommended by current evidence-based guidelines. Physical therapists need guidance for the successful implementation of ATs. This could be accomplished by providing training for physical therapists, integrating ATs into the education of (future) physical therapists, and providing support during the implementation process of ATs for both the physical therapists and management.
A Call for Action: Lessons Learned From a Pilot to Share a Complex, Linked COVID-19 Cohort Dataset for Open Science
Authors: Amid Clara , van Roode Martine Y , Rinck Gabriele , van Beek Janko , de Vries Rory D , van Nierop Gijsbert P , van Gorp Eric C M , Tobian Frank , Oude Munnink Bas B , Sikkema Reina S , Jaenisch Thomas , Cochrane Guy , Koopmans Marion P G
Published: February 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic proved how sharing of genomic sequences in a timely manner, as well as early detection and surveillance of variants and characterization of their clinical impacts, helped to inform public health responses. However, the area of (re)emerging infectious diseases and our global connectivity require interdisciplinary collaborations to happen at local, national and international levels and connecting data to understand the linkages between all factors involved. Here, we describe experiences and lessons learned from a COVID-19 pilot study aimed at developing a model for storage and sharing linked laboratory data and clinical-epidemiological data using European open science infrastructure. We provide insights into the barriers and complexities of internationally sharing linked, complex cohort datasets from opportunistic studies for connected data analyses. An analytical timeline of events, describing key actions and delays in the execution of the pilot, and a critical path, defining steps in the process of internationally sharing a linked cohort dataset are included. The pilot showed how building on existing infrastructure that had previously been developed within the European Nucleotide Archive at the European Molecular Biology Laboratory-European Bioinformatics Institute for pathogen genomics data sharing, allowed the rapid development of connected “data hubs.” These data hubs were required to link human clinical-epidemiological data under controlled access with open high dimensional laboratory data, under FAIR (Findable, Accessible, Interoperable, Reusable) principles. Based on our own experiences, we call for action and make recommendations to support and to improve data sharing for outbreak preparedness and response.
Pandemic-Era Virtual Fitness Experiences: A Usability Comparison of Digital Exercise Applications among Youths (Preprint)
Authors: Kuo Liang‑Chi , Yeh Yung-Sung , Wu Hao-Yi , Lee Kwai-Fong , Wang Wei-Yun , Chu Chi-Ming , Chen Chao‑Wen , Wu Yi-Syuan
Published: February 2025

BACKGROUND

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly altered lifestyles, with an increasing reliance on digital fitness applications and devices for home workouts. Among these, the Nike Training Club (NTC) app and Nintendo’s Ring Fit Adventure (RFA) emerged as popular solutions for young individuals seeking to maintain physical activity.

OBJECTIVE

This study aims to compare the usability of NTC and RFA among young users and explore the influence of gender on their usability evaluations.

METHODS

A total of 93 participants aged 18–30 were randomly assigned to either the NTC group (n=42) or the RFA group (n=51). Over four weeks, participants engaged in guided workouts, with usability assessed using the System Usability Scale (SUS). Data analysis included descriptive statistics and generalized linear models (GLM) to identify factors influencing usability scores.

RESULTS

Compared with the NTC group, the RFA group scored higher on the SUS, particularly in aspects such as "willingness to use" and "system simplicity." Compared with male participants, female participants had significantly higher SUS scores, irrespective of the product. Usability evaluations were also positively associated with participants’ self-reported quality of life.

CONCLUSIONS

The findings highlight the potential of digital fitness applications to increase physical activity engagement. The RFA's gamified design and the NTC's structured fitness modules cater to diverse user preferences. Gender differences in usability underscore the need for inclusive design considerations to maximize user satisfaction and health outcomes.
An investigation of the aesthetics experience in wearable technology for Dementia: a critical interpretive synthesis (Preprint)
Authors: Wei Yixuan , Ratcliffe John , Liu Wei , Aarsland Dag
Published: February 2025

BACKGROUND

The prevalence of dementia has led to a growing interest in wearable technologies to assist patients and their caregivers. Despite their potential, these technologies face low adoption rates, often attributed to poor aesthetic design and insufficient consideration of user experience.

OBJECTIVE

This study aims to investigate the relationship between the aesthetic design of wearable devices and their adoption by individuals with dementia. It seeks to identify how visual and emotional elements may influence the acceptability of such devices and how future design could enhance their usability, thereby supporting both patients and caregivers.

METHODS

A critical interpretive synthesis (CIS) with a systematic search was conducted across two databases: Web of Science and Scopus. Studies were included if they reported on the current use of wearable technologies in dementia care or provided value in qualitative studies addressing attitudes from patients and their caregivers towards the wearable product. Two authors independently screened the abstracts and full texts to extract data, and additional studies were included using the forward and backward referencing technique.

RESULTS

This review included 62 studies. The findings indicate that aesthetically pleasing designs can significantly improve user engagement. Devices that foster emotional connections and a sense of comfort and identity are more likely to be adopted by patients. Enhanced aesthetics also benefit caregivers by enabling more accurate and continuous data collection.

CONCLUSIONS

This review is the first to synthesise the essential role of aesthetics in dementia care, highlighting the urgent need for a critical evaluation of its impact. Findings reveal a tension between emerging and traditional technologies, with institutional aesthetics and symbolic associations in smartwatches often triggering resistance from users, who perceive them as intrusive or stigmatizing. By introducing a tailored framework for aesthetically driven wearable design, this research provides actionable insights for healthcare designers and stakeholders, ensuring that technological innovation aligns with emotional, sensory, and symbolic dimensions—ultimately fostering acceptance and well-being in dementia care.
The effectiveness of CBT-based AI-driven conversational agents for mental health intervention: A systematic review and meta-analysis (Preprint)
Authors: Hang Yaming , Wu Wenzhi , Feng Yi , Yan Kai , Liu Yinuo , Xiao Xiyao , Qiao Zhihong
Published: February 2025

BACKGROUND

As an innovative and transformative intelligent intervention tool, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is swiftly gaining prominence in mental health interventions. Concurrently, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), widely recognized for its structured and empirically-supported methodology, is increasingly being integrated as a foundational concept into AI-driven intervention frameworks. However, the specific efficacy of this integration still awaits in-depth verification.

OBJECTIVE

This study aims to examine the intervention effectiveness of CBT-based AI-driven Conversational Agents (CAs) in various mental health problems, and identify potential moderators for effectiveness.

METHODS

Studies were identified through a systematic search in five main databases: PubMed, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, PsycINFO, and Embase. The quality of these studies, possible publication bias and moderators were then examined. A total of 15 randomized controlled trials with 1,737 participants were included in the analysis.

RESULTS

The results indicated that AI-driven, CBT-based CAs showed a small to moderate effect on depressive symptoms (g = 0.36, 95% CI 0.20-0.51) and a small effect on negative affect (g = 0.21, 95% CI 0.02-0.39); while the effects on generalized anxiety, stress, and positive affect were not significant after adjusting for publication bias (g = -0.04 to g = 0.18). In addition, multi-modal CAs were more effective than single-modality CAs in reducing depressive symptoms (g = 0.82, 95% CI 0.54-1.09). Younger age was associated with a greater reduction in depressive symptoms (β = -0.02, P < 0.05).

CONCLUSIONS

These findings underscored the potential of CBT-based AI-driven CAs in addressing certain mental health issues and in certain populations.
From Competition to Configuration
Authors: Ghea Anissah Trinanda
Published: February 2025

This article examines the transformation of two types of knowledge—government/official knowledge, which represents "scientific" and “expertise”; and local knowledge, represented by the "Jalin Merapi" community, considered as “non-scientific” and layman's understanding. Both types of knowledge are linked by a common "boundary object" (Gieryn, 1983) of Mount Merapi, but they are often in a competition to influence public discourse. The main argument of this article is that integrating government/scientific and local/non-scientific knowledge can result in more effective disaster mitigation strategies. However, in Indonesia, there is a significant gap between these two types  of knowledge systems, and competition often overshadows collaboration. Using a qualitative case study approach, the research highlights a shift in knowledge dynamics, from competition to collaboration, facilitated by the "Jalin Merapi" community. Despite this progress, the inclusion of local knowledge in policy making in Indonesia remains limited. This finding emphasises the importance of more inclusive policies that combine scientific knowledge with local insights to improve disaster management system in Indonesia.
vivienda deshabitada en Tizayuca (Hidalgo, México): una perspectiva desde la ciudad fragmentada 2010-2020
Authors: Pastén Hernández Alfredo , Lizama Carrasco Guillermo
Published: February 2025

Esta investigación tiene como finalidad estudiar la distribución de la vivienda deshabitada y su relación con las características de entornos urbanos cerrados o fragmentados en el municipio de Tizayuca. Se utiliza una metodología cuantitativa mediante la elaboración de cartografía y modelos de regresión múltiple. Los resultados sugieren que factores como menores índices de marginación, características de restricción a la movilidad, mayor población, lejanía al edificio de la Presidencia Municipal (lugar considerado como la zona céntrica tradicional) y las zonas habitacionales de reciente creación inciden en la explicación del incremento de viviendas deshabitadas. Con la evidencia disponible se aportan elementos para la discusión en torno a esta problemática, especialmente porque, a pesar de encontrarse en zonas periurbanas, no necesariamente presentan carencia en servicios como se ha documentado en otros estudios. Además, al considerar en este estudio dos periodos de tiempo (2010 y 2020), es posible identificar el crecimiento urbano y la tendencia para habitar en lugares con características de entornos cerrados, configurando el fenómeno de ciudad fragmentada. Los resultados aportan información para los responsables de políticas y académicos al destacar factores adicionales que influyen en las viviendas habitadas, como la proliferación de áreas urbanas cerradas. Este fenómeno ha aumentado en los últimos años, especialmente en ciudades con marcos regulatorios limitados o medidas gubernamentales insuficientes para mitigar su impacto en los vecindarios circundantes.
territorio nos habla: una propuesta de estudio de los topónimos del área “muysca” de la región cundiboyacense
Authors: Gómez José Manuel
Published: February 2025

En la actualidad, buena parte de los estudios acerca de las toponimias de la región cundiboyacense, y en particular del área comúnmente denominada muysca, proceden de una tradición investigativa que no ha desarrollado de forma clara, diversa y crítica una metodología de trabajo para los mismos. No se contemplan las diversidades territoriales, humanas, culturales y lingüísticas de dicho espacio, y más bien se asume la homogeneidad al igual que la generalización. Esto ha derivado en que tales estudios presenten interpretaciones toponímicas descontextualizadas, poco confiables e incluso inventadas que lamentablemente se encuentran bastante extendidas y parecen dar por concluida la discusión en este campo del conocimiento en el que aún es muy necesario el aporte de múltiples fuentes, disciplinas, investigadores, perspectivas, etcétera. Así, el presente artículo busca considerar y exponer los panoramas diversos a nivel territorial, humano, cultural y lingüístico del área anteriormente mencionada; proponer y evaluar la pertinencia de algunas fuentes que permitan acceder a datos toponímicos; plantear unos criterios de identificación y recolección de dichos datos, al igual que una metodología de análisis para los mismos haciendo uso de la lengua muysca de Bogotá o muysc cubun; y evaluar sus posibles motivaciones léxicas en el marco de unos territorios, pueblos y culturas en particular.
Iconografía hispano-indígena en dos mapas de mercedes de tierra de Tenancingo, siglo XVI: el uso de topónimos para la representación de entidades geográficas o entidades políticas
Authors: Barrientos Cruz Juan
Published: February 2025

En diversas áreas culturales de Mesoamérica, incluido el actual Centro de México durante el siglo XVI y principios del XVII, se elaboraron mapas con una fuerte carga pictográfica y con un estilo propio que combinaba dos visiones: la de los indígenas y la europea. Tal es el caso de mapas de mercedes de tierra del siglo XVI procedentes de Malinalco y Tenancingo, en el actual Estado de México, los cuales tienen una gran cantidad de elementos pictográficos de ambos estilos que los hace objeto de interés para el estudio del área cultural a la que pertenecen. Por ello, el presente estudio se enmarca dentro de una investigación regional que tiene por objetivo principal el análisis iconográfico de mapas de esta importante región. En función de ello, en este artículo se propone analizar la iconografía hispano-indígena de dos ejemplares de estos mapas, procedentes del Tenancingo del siglo XVI, y, a partir de ello, explicar el uso de topónimos para representar entidades geográficas o a entidades políticas. Lo anterior se realizó a través de distintas disciplinas, como la iconografía, la etnografía e historia, así como los sistemas de información geográfica (SIG), con la finalidad de desarrollar un estudio más completo de todas sus características, pues cabe resaltar que estos mapas carecían de un análisis profundo de su contenido. Finalmente, también se busca destacar que la importancia del estudio de este tipo de manuscritos pictográficos radica en la preservación de la historia regional y local de estos territorios. Esto, a su vez, permite un mayor sentido de identidad y pertenencia, pues su valor también tiene implicaciones en la resignificación de sus simbolismos territoriales ya que muchos de ellos se han perdido con el trascurrir del tiempo debido a diversos factores tanto naturales como antrópicos.
Smart Shopping Cart with IOT-Based Automatic Billing System
Authors: Parveen Prof. S Firdosh
Published: February 2025

The Smart Shopping Cart with IoT-Based Automatic Billing System is designed to revolutionize the shopping
experience by minimizing waiting times and enhancing efficiency through automation. Utilizing RFID technology and IoT
integration, this project eliminates the traditional billing process, allowing customers to enjoy a seamless shopping experience.
Each shopping cart is equipped with an RFID reader that automatically detects products tagged with RFID labels, updating the
total bill in real-time on an LCD display.
Enhancement of Tribological Behaviour of Aa2024 Alloy Reinforced with SiC, Graphite, and Cotton Shell Ash Nanoparticles
Authors: Pathan Shahezadkha K.
Published: February 2025

The AA2024 alloy, a high-strength aluminum alloy, is widely used in aerospace, automotive, and structural
applications due to its excellent mechanical properties and low weight. However, its relatively low wear resistance and
susceptibility to tribological challenges under high stress and sliding conditions limit its applications in areas requiring
enhanced durability and reliability. To address these limitations, this study focuses on reinforcing AA2024 alloy with silicon
carbide (SiC), graphite, and cotton shell ash nanoparticles to improve its tribological behavior. SiC is a widely recognized
ceramic material known for its exceptional hardness, thermal stability, and wear resistance, making it an ideal reinforcement for
metallic matrices. Graphite, a solid lubricant, is expected to reduce the friction coefficient, thereby enhancing the selflubricating properties of the composite. The incorporation of cotton shell ash nanoparticles, an eco-friendly and sustainable
material, introduces a novel approach to leveraging agricultural waste in advanced materials, potentially enhancing mechanical
properties and wear resistance due to its unique chemical composition and particle structure. This hybrid reinforcement
approach aims to synergize the individual benefits of these materials, improving wear resistance, reducing friction, and
enhancing the overall tribological performance of AA2024 alloy. The study will explore the fabrication of the composite
material, characterization of its microstructure, and comprehensive tribological testing to evaluate its performance under
varying conditions. The findings are expected to provide insights into the potential of hybrid reinforcements in developing
advanced, sustainable materials for high-performance applications.
Art Rejuvenation: Artistic Rendering in the Field of Art Restoration
Authors: Dhakulkar Dr. Bhagyashree , Ghorpade Mr. Prithviraj , Ghugal Mr. Harshal , Athani Mr. Sandeep , Dabade Mr. Om
Published: February 2025

Abstract: Ancient temple sculptures from India, a cultural treasure trove, are abundant and represent the country's artistic past.
But centuries have taken their toll, and many of these magnificent works of art are now broken and in poor condition. For
academics, historians, and enthusiasts alike, this deterioration presents a serious obstacle to understanding and appreciating the
historical and cultural relevance of these artefacts. The limits of traditional methods, which frequently fail to preserve the
exquisite intricacies buried by time's relentless march, have long hampered the preservation and understanding of these works.
Because of this, researchers struggle with partial interpretations and disjointed stories, unable to fully realize the potential of
these amazing artefacts. Additionally, the spread of information regarding these sculptures. Art Rejuvenation gives people a
virtual window into the past by utilizing cutting-edge computer vision techniques to overcome the limitations of physical
degradation. Art Rejuvenation restores the original beauty of these sculptures through interactive photo analysis, illuminating
their minute intricacies and offering a more profound comprehension of their cultural and historical relevance.
Mazhab Shahabi: Dinamika Fatwa Sahabat Mengenai Ba’i Al-Taqsith Dalam Pembiayaan Perumahan Syariah Pada Perbankan Syariah
Authors: Santi Arafah  , Nurhayati  , Anggraini Tuti
Published: February 2025

The Mazhab Sahahabi is an alternative source of law after the Quran and Sunnah. The Sahabi madhhab is an opinion, theory, doctrine and belief in the form of a collective opinion of the Companions. This study aims to understand the dynamics of the fatwa of the companions regarding ba'i al-taqsith sharia housing. This research is qualitative with a library research approach, namely the data used in this research are sourced from various book literature related to the object of research, comparative techniques to conduct in-depth descriptive analysis in evaluating and comparing the various views of the Companions in dealing with Islamic legal issues. The results of the study state that the four shahabi mazhab allow bai' taqish in sharia housing finance in sharia banking as long as the transaction does not harm one of the parties and does not contain elements prohibited in Islam, such as usury or gharar.
Pengaruh Penggarpuan Tanah Terhadap Pertumbuhan Akar Tanaman Teh
Authors: Iftita Fitri  , Erdiansyah Rezamela  , Gina Nur'aini Buchory  , Faris Nur Fauzi A  , Elia Laila Rizqiyah  , M. Khais Prayoga
Published: February 2025

Akar tanaman teh terdiri dari 2 jenis yaitu akar stuktural dan feeder root. Akar struktural berfungsi dalam menyangga atau memberi daya dukung terhadap tanaman teh, sedangkan feeder root berfungsi dalam penyerapan unsur hara dan air. Jenis akar ini mempunyai struktur yang tipis (diameter kurang dari 2 mm) dan putih saat masih muda. Sistem akar aktif (feeder root) di dalam tanah dapat tersebar hingga kedalaman 40 cm. Salah satu upaya untuk menjaga Kesehatan akar adalah dengan melakukan pengolahan tanah (minimun tillage) dengan penggarpuan. Penggarpuan tanah berfungsi untuk memperbaiki struktur tanah, drainase, dan mendukung perkembangan feeder root. Dari hasil kajian literatur didapat bahwa Penggarpuan tanah dilakukan pada baris di sela tanaman teh, yang umumnya penggarpuan dilakukan sekali dalam 1 kali daur pangkas dengan kedalaman 15-20 cm. Hal ini dikarenakan akar aktif dominan tumbuh pada kedalaman tersebut. Waktu yang tepat untuk penggarpuan adalah pada akhir atau menjelang musim hujan. Penggarpuan akan optimal apabila diimbangi dengan penambahan bahan organik yang disesuaikan dengan kebutuhan tanaman.
Analisis Regresi Linier Berganda Pengaruh Iklim Mikro terhadap Produktivitas Teh (Camellia sinensis (L.) O. Kuntze.) di Perkebunan Gambung
Authors: Buchory Gina Nur'aini , Erdiansyah Rezamela  , Rafli Pangestu Cokro Suyitno  , Iftita Fitri  , Cucu Suherman  , M. Arief Sholeh
Published: February 2025

Perubahan iklim yang terus terjadi akibat pemanasan global menyebabkan perubahan di berbagai aspek. Perubahan tersebut mempengaruhi pertumbuhan tanaman teh yang mempengaruhi produktivitas pucuk teh. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pola produksi teh di Kebun Percobaan (KP) Gambung dalam sebelas tahun terakhir dan menganalisis faktor iklim apa yang mempengaruhinya. Penelitian dilaksanakan di Kebun Percobaan Pusat Penelitian Teh dan Kina, Gambung, Jawa Barat pada ketinggian ±1.350 meter di atas permukaan laut (mdpl) pada bulan Mei sampai Juni 2022. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif kuantitatif yang terdiri dari analisis regresi berganda diikuti dengan regresi trimming dan analisis korelasi, serta perhitungan CAGR dan evaluasi nilai kesalahan relatif dari model regresi. Hasil analisis menunjukkan bahwa pola produktivitas pucuk teh di KP Gambung dari tahun 2011-2021 membentuk pola polinomial dengan tren peningkatan sebesar 4,18% menurut perhitungan CAGR. Berdasarkan analisis regresi linier berganda didapat bahwa 38,7% faktor produktivitas teh dapat dijelaskan oleh faktor iklim dan suhu secara simultan.
Book Review: Palgrave Handbook of Science and Health Journalism
Authors: Claassen George
Published: February 2025

This comprehensive compilation of a wide variety of science communication scholars investigating science and health journalism, brought together by editors Kim Walsh-Childers and Merryn McKinnon, leaves one with mixed impressions.
ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT OF FLEXIBILITY OF THE VARIETIES OF POTATO SELECTED BY KOSTANAY RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF AGRICULTURE
Authors:   Far East School of Advanced Training of Managers and Specialists of Agro-Industrial Complex, Glaz N.V. , Vasilyev A.A. ,   Ural Federal Agrarian Research Center of UB RAS, Dergilyova T.T. ,   Ural Federal Agrarian Research Center of UB RAS, Udovitzkiy A.S. ,   Kostanay Research Institute of Agriculture, Taikov V.V ,   Kostanay Research Institute of Agriculture, Mushinsky A.A. ,   Federal Research Centre of Biological Systems and Agrotechnologies of RAS, Rutz A.V. ,   Ural Federal Agrarian Research Center of UB RAS
Published: February 2025

The analysis of the environmental flexibility and stability of potato varieties under the conditions
of the Chelyabinsk Region resulted in identifying 6 different groups. Flexible varieties of potato, the
productivity of which varies in accordance with changes in environmental conditions, include the middle-ripening variety Sadovy (25.7 t/ha; bi = 1.32; Si2
= 0.4) and the middle-early variety Mayak
(25.0 t/ha; 0.86; 1.5). The genotypes of the intensive type (bi significantly more than 1) include the
varieties of the Chelyabinsk selection: Spiridon (32.4 t/ha; 1.50; 39.3), Itzil (30.8 t/ha; 1.73; 28.5),
Tarasov (29.5 t/ha; 2.02; 63.5), Cavaler (28.7 t/ha; 1.19; 36.3), Pamyati Kovalenko (27.3 t/ha; 1,35;
141.7) and Agat (24.8 t/ha; 1.09; 32.6). The following types of low flexibility (bi significantly less
than 1) are: Baron (24.0 t/ha; 0.50; 7.9), Bashkirskiy (33.0 t/ha; 0.66; 4.0); Irbitskiy (34,6 t/ha; 0.28;
25.9), Kuzovok (24.2 t/ha; 0.43; 15.3), Raduga (24.2 t/ha; 0.38; 27.8). The stable varieties (Si2 d 15)
are Braslet (27.2 t/ha; Si2
= 7.1), Ruchey (31.0 t/ha; 7.9) and Alaya Zarya (35.2 t/ha; 8.8). The Kamenskiy early potato variety is characterized by high yield (32.2 t/ha), with a low stability indicator
(Si2
= 54.9) and low flexibility (bi = 0.86). The varieties with relatively low crop yield include flexible
varieties Chelyabinetz and Nevskiy (bi = 1.62 and 1.24; Si2
= 5.5 and 4.5, respectively) and stable
variety Balabai (Si2
= 7.6). Early variety Leader (20.2 t/ha), mid-early variety Gubernator (17.9 t/ha)
and the mid-season variety Krasnopolskiy (17.6 t/ha) have low productivity in the Chelyabinsk Region. Among the examined potato varieties, 7 varieties of Chelyabinsk breeding are adaptive: Itzil
(adaptability factor 118%), Spiridon (117%), Ruchey (109%), Braclet (107%), Cavaler (104%), Pamyati Kovalenko and Tarasov (105%), 2 varieties of Ural Research Institute of Agriculture: Irbitzkiy
(140%) and Kamenskiy (119%), 1 variety of All-Russian Research Institute of Potato-Growing
Named after A.G. Lorkha - Zhukovskiy early (107%), 1 variety of Bashkirskiy Research Institute of
Agriculture - Bashkirskiy (122%) and 1 variety of Kostanay Research Institute of Agriculture – Alaya
Zarya (135%).
THE IMPACT OF PLANT PROTECTION ON THE INFESTATION OF CROPS AND SEED YIELD OF MEADOW CLOVER
Authors:   Federal Scientific Center of Agrobiotechnologies of the Far East Named after A. K. Chaika, Skalozub O.M.
Published: February 2025

On the Primorsky Territory meadow clover (Trifolium pratense L.) occupies a major place
among leguminous grass in the field and meadow fodder grass cultivation. Clover crops make it
possible to provide livestock with complete feed and partially solve the problem of protein deficiency in diets. Large weediness (seeds and rudiments of annual and perennial weeds) of the arable layer of
soil on the almost entire arable land in the region is one of the main reasons for the decline in the
yield of cultivated crops, including clover. As for the crops, suffering from weeds, the productivity
and quality of their crop yield deteriorates sharply. Clover is a pesticide-sensitive crop with a limited
period of possible application. The purpose of the research is to find out the influence of agrotechnical methods of cultivation and means of protection on the yield of clover seeds under the climatic
conditions of the Primorsky Krai. Interspace cultivation was completed before the closing of crop,
and chemical treatment – before the phase of budding to preserve wild pollinators and bees. The
research resulted in obtaining experimental data on the impact of agrotechnical methods of cultivation of clover and plant protection on the infestation of its crops and the yield qualities of seeds on
the Primorsky Territory. Application of dicotyledonous weed control preparation “Agritox” decreased weediness of crops of clover as to annual and perennial weeds 10 times, and monocotyledonous weed control with the help of tank mix “Centurion + Amigo” - 8.6 times. The use of chemical
means of protection for the second year of life does not significantly reduce the yield of meadow
clover seeds. The crop yield of clover seeds of the meadow variety Komandor under the conditions
of the growing season of the year 2018 in case of application of chemical control measures was
higher (by 20%) than in the control (without chemical treatments).
THE POTATO VARIETY SMAK
Authors:   Federal Scientific Center of Agrobiotechnology in the Far East named after A. K. Chaika, Voznyuk V. P. , Kim I.V. ,   Federal Scientific Center of Agrobiotechnology in the Far East named after A. K. Chaika, Volkov D.I. ,   Federal Scientific Center of Agrobiotechnology in the Far East named after A. K. Chaika
Published: February 2025

Present-day crop production includes cultivation of varieties and hybrids. All that is the products of breeding - the branch of agricultural production. The process of potato breeding is the process
of creation of new varieties the best to meet the needs of consumer. The potato breeding involves
more than 40 characteristics ranging from the shape of the tuber, color of the peel, and ending with
resistance to various diseases and suitability for industrial procession. Varieties differ from each
other in precocity, taste, appearance, their resistance to diseases and long-term storage ability. Taking into account the qualities of potato appreciated by consumers most of all, we try to create the
varieties which meet most fully the demands of buyers. This stage of work lasts 12-13 years. Research
location: Federal Scientific Center of Agrobiotechnology in the Far East named after A. K. Chaika.
Name of the newly created variety: Smak (created after many years of the researches carried out into
breeding). Method of hybridization: varietal hybridization with subsequent selection and assessment
carried out according to the standard scheme of the breeding process. The starting point in the development of the variety Smak: selection and crossing of the parent pair Petersburgsky x Shurminsky
in year 2002. We pollinated 48 flowers which produced 48 berries, which gave 4598 pieces of seeds.
The seed generation of this combination was grown in a film-gauze greenhouse. The study of seedlings from tuberous reproductions and testing of hybrids were carried out in the field. This work
resulted in creation of Smak middle-late variety of potato having average yield 30.8 t/ha, starch content 15.6%, good taste, yellow pulp; without darkening in raw and boiled form; having field resistance to viral diseases, medium resistance to late blight and blackspot, resistance to cancer
(Dalemsky pathotype). The variety has been presented to the State Commission of the Russian Federation for Testing and Protection of Breeding Achievements. In year 2016 new Smak variety has
been entered in the State Register of Breeding Achievements admitted to use, and in the State Register
of Protected Breeding Achievements (patent No. 8203 of 13.01.2016). The potato variety Smak is
recommended for cultivation in the Far-Eastern region.
Gerakan Islah di Tunisia pada Abad ke-19 Islah Movement in Tunisia in 19th Century
Authors: Kamis Zaid Husaini , Mohd Nor Mohd Roslan , Mat Zin Aizan Ali @
Published: February 2025

The purpose of this research is to examine Islah Movement in Tunisia. Islah according to Kamus Dewan Bahasa is to return certain situation to a right condition, precise and suitable and to solve contention with good manner and peaceful path. Therefore, Islah Movement in Tunisia refer to purification of Tunisia from calamity and damage toward a better country that moved by Khairuddin at-Tunisi, Tahir Ibn ‘Ashur dan others. Islah Movement give good affect towards Tunisia society until French protectorate happened in the year of 1881. This research make use of documentation method to collect qualitative data. Data analised using method of comparative, inductive and deductive. Research finding showed that the effort of Islah give benefit to Tunisia in the aspect of economy, education, military and administration. Islah movement also gives vast benefit in the aspect of thinking and knowledge in the muslim world.
Pemikiran Akhlak Sultan Alauddin Suleiman Shah: Tinjauan Terhadap Karya Nasihat Pemeliharaan Guru – Melatih Kelakuan Perjalanan Adab Kanak-kanak Sultan Alauddin Suleiman Shah's Akhlak Thought: A Review of ‘Nasihat Pemeliharaan Guru – Melatih Kelakuan Perjalanan Adab Kanak-Kanak’
Authors: Hussin Muhammad Hifzurdin , Hamid Faisal@Ahmad Faisal Abdul
Published: February 2025

Sultan Alauddin Suleiman Shah ibni Almarhum Raja Muda Musa ruled Selangor Darul Ehsan from 1898 till his death in 1938. His authority and significant contributions, particularly in the development of Islamic knowledge and education in Selangor, have been recorded in various writings by English colonial administrators and historians. Selangor attained significant educational achievements under his reign as a result of his commitment to human capital development, notably through the advancement of faith and morality. Individuals who establish Islamic faith and tauhid must always cultivate strong morals and ethics. This is because good character enables people to practice Islamic ideals in their daily lives, such as honesty, trustworthiness, compassion, and justice, all of which are vital to Islamic teachings. This article will examine the work “Nasihat Pemeliharaan Guru – Melatih Kelakuan Perjalanan Adab Kanak-Kanak " in terms of both writing methods and substance. The project will use data collecting and literature review methodologies.
اثر إدارة الموارد البشرية الإلكترونية على تحقيق الابداع الإداري في شركات التمويل بسلطنة عُمان The Impact of Electronic Human Resources Management on Achieving Administrative Creativity on Finance Companies in the Sultanate of Oman
Authors: Saif al-Hosni Isa bin Fadhil bin , Abdul Kadir Fakhrul Adabi
Published: February 2025

This study aimed to identify the impact of electronic human resources management in terms of its dimensions (electronic recruitment and selection, electronic training, electronic performance evaluation, electronic communication) on administrative creativity in finance companies in the Sultanate of Oman. The problem of the study lies in searching for ways that push the organization towards development and success. Through the element of excellence, the most important of these means is administrative creativity. The importance of the study lies in focusing on the dimensions of electronic human resources management as one of the proposed alternatives and trying to harness it in enhancing administrative creativity at the level of finance companies in the Sultanate of Oman. The researcher followed the descriptive analytical approach, and the study was conducted on a random sample. The study population consisted of all employees of finance companies in the Sultanate of Oman, who numbered (350) employees. The sample was selected and distributed electronically according to the sample size determination table developed by Cressy and Morgan, which consisted of (224) employees. The study concluded with a set of results, the most prominent of which is that there is a statistically significant effect at a significant level (α ≤ 0.05) of electronic human resources management in terms of its dimensions (electronic recruitment and selection, electronic training, electronic performance evaluation, electronic communication) on administrative creativity in finance companies in the Sultanate of Oman. The study recommended several recommendations, the most prominent of which were: the necessity of working to increase interest by the company’s management in conducting a careful analysis of the external environment when planning electronic human resources.
Tone disclosure and debt financing: Empirical study from the banking sector governance
Authors: Kayed Salah , Ramadan Abdulhadi H. , Morshed Amer , Makhlouf Mohammed Hassan , Awamleh Ahmad Khaled Abdelhafez
Published: February 2025

This research examines the relationship between tone disclosure (TD) and debt financing (DF) in the Jordanian banking sector between 2010 and 2019. This research uses the agency theory since it explains TD behavior to reduce information asymmetry and conflict of interest. Based on this theory, the first hypothesis suggests a positive association between TD and DF. Furthermore, the second hypothesis suggests a bidirectional relationship between TD and DF. The sample consists of 15 banks in the Jordanian banking sector. This research calculates TD by dividing the number of positive words by the total number of words. Results show a positive relationship between TD and DF, and the relationship is bidirectional (Hui et al., 2024; Zhu et al., 2023), which proves our two hypotheses. The study results help external financial statement users, mainly financers, understand the use of TD in the annual report in Jordan, one of the emerging countries. Also, the results recommend using TD in a bank’s annual report to attract more debt financers.
THE CONCEPT OF INSĀN RABBĀNĪ IN IBN ‘ARABĪ’S THOUGHT: A SEMIOTIC ANALYSIS THROUGH CHARLES S. PEIRCE’S FRAMEWORK
Authors: Muhammad Nasiruddin  , Helmi Syaifuddin  , Ahmad Kholil
Published: February 2025

Humans were created with a perfect soul, mind and intellect. But he often forgets the purpose of his creation. As a mirror of the Divine, humans can achieve Divine self-awareness, as the Prophet Muhammad said, ‘Whoever knows himself will know his Lord.’ According to Ibn ‘Arabī, humans who know their God are called insān kāmil, and insān kāmil recognised by God is called insān rabbānī. This article examines the steps and ways towards insān rabbānī according to Ibn ‘Arabī, and analyses the symbols and their meanings based on Charles S. Pierce's semiotic theory. The analysis is descriptive-explanatory based on content analysis. Initially, semiotic was only used in the empirical realm. It becomes interesting when semiotics is applied to the metaphysical realm; an attempt to think logically, philosophically, reflectively, and contextually in looking at Sufism in Indonesia. This article shows that the steps and ways to reach insān rabbānī; such as taubah, murāqabah, and ikhlāṣ, to reach waḥdah al-wujūd and musyāhadah. The symbol of insān rabbānī is depicted through the concept of waḥdah al-wujūd in a triadic process; that humans are the manifestation of God, the form of insān rabbānī is manifested in Rasūl, Prophet, Walī, and Waraṡah al-Anbiyā’, who act as caliphs of Allāh. With God’s adab and authority, insān rabbānī guides humans towards Divine self-awareness.
Patient Preferences and Cosmetic Outcomes Following Destructive Treatments for Non-facial Basal Cell Carcinoma: A Mixed Methods Study
Authors: Backman Eva , Heckemann Birgit , Gillstedt Martin , Polesie Sam , Paoli John
Published: February 2025

The high prevalence of basal cell carcinoma (BCC) entails a substantial burden on healthcare systems. Interest in non-surgical treatment methods for low-risk BCCs, including destructive treatments, is increasing. Dermatologists often highlight suboptimal cosmetic outcomes as drawbacks of destructive treatments, also for non-facial lesions. Patient perspectives regarding scarring and cosmetic outcomes in relation to other relevant factors are largely unknown, yet important to consider in shared decision-making when choosing treatment. This study investigates patient perceptions of scarring following destructive treatments and explores important factors in treatment decisions for non-facial BCCs. Through a mixed-methods design, cosmetic outcomes, patient satisfaction, scarring concerns, and treatment preferences were evaluated within an ongoing randomized clinical trial on destructive treatments for low-risk BCCs. Overall, 157 patients with 425 non-facial scars were assessed. Most patients were not concerned about scar appearance, highlighting a discrepancy compared with dermatologists’ general concerns regarding inferior cosmetic outcome. Instead, when opting for specific treatments, patients listed clearance rates as the most important factor, followed by convenience and time consumption. We believe the results are important both in the context of patient-centred care and in “choosing wisely” when deciding between BCC treatments.
Reevaluating Moral Education: Addressing Bullying in Schools Through a Collaborative Framework
Authors: Darwin  , Muhammad AR  , Silahuddin
Published: February 2025

Bullying in educational settings remains a significant challenge, despite the integration of moral education into the curriculum aimed at shaping students' character and reducing negative behaviors. This study aims to explore the effectiveness of moral education in addressing bullying while identifying barriers to its success. The research employed a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews with students and educators as participants. Data were analyzed thematically and through descriptive statistics to provide a comprehensive understanding. The key findings reveal a discrepancy between the moral values taught in schools and students' daily behavior. Barriers include inconsistent application of moral values, external influences such as social media, limited family involvement, and an overemphasis on formal religious practices without the internalization of moral values. This study concludes that a systematic and collaborative approach involving schools, families, and communities is essential to effectively reduce bullying, including refining moral education with a more comprehensive and practical approach applicable to students’ daily lives.
Character Education in Junior High Schools: Teachers' Perceptions and Implementation Challenges
Authors: Syahbudin  , Darnawati  , Irawaty  , Abubakar Sitti Rahmaniar , Mustar Sri Yuliani
Published: February 2025

Character education in Junior High Schools (SMP) is an essential element in shaping students' strong personalities and noble character. However, in its implementation, there are various challenges faced by teachers, particularly related to understanding, skills, and support for the program. This study aims to analyze how SMP teachers perceive the implementation of character education in their schools and the challenges that arise in its development. The research method used is descriptive qualitative, with 30 SMP teachers as the subjects of the study. Data collection techniques included questionnaires, interviews, and documentation. The collected data were analyzed descriptively and presented in the form of tables and frequency distributions. The results of the study show that the majority of teachers, 93.31%, have a positive perspective on the implementation of character education in SMP. However, although the implementation is already good, there is still room for improvement in achieving more optimal outcomes. Therefore, it can be concluded that character education has been well implemented, but further socialization and training for teachers regarding mastery of technology and information are necessary to optimally support the character education program.
Sundanese Dining Etiquette as a Medium for Character and Moral Development in Children: Parental Contributions
Authors: Septiawati Chindy Suji , Mirawati  , Asriadi AM Muh , Halimah Leli
Published: February 2025

The lack of attention to instilling proper etiquette in daily life can affect the development of children’s character and moral intelligence. Sundanese dining etiquette, as a cultural heritage, serves as a medium to instill moral values and build the character of younger generations. This study aims to analyze the role of parents in instilling Sundanese dining etiquette to achieve children's moral intelligence. The research method employed is a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) by conducting a literature search on electronic databases, including Google Scholar, ERIC, and Taylor and Francis. A total of 30 relevant articles were thematically analyzed and presented in tables and narrative analysis. The findings reveal that parents play a crucial role as educators, role models, and supervisors in supporting children to achieve moral intelligence. The stages children experience include moral knowing, moral feeling, and moral action. The habituation of Sundanese dining etiquette, through strong collaboration between mothers and fathers, positively impacts children’s character formation, such as independence, discipline, and politeness. This study concludes that parents' active roles in guiding and supervising their children during each stage of moral development are essential for achieving moral intelligence. Expanding the scope of literature is recommended to explore other local cultures as alternatives for fostering children’s moral intelligence.