bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Geodetic Support for the Use of Natural Resources of Chernivtsi Region Using GIS
Authors:   Department of Geodesy, Cartography and Territorial Management, Yuri Fedkovich Chernivtsi National University, Chernivtsi, Ukraine. Email: a.melnik@chnu.edu.ua, Melnyk Anton , Darchuk Kostyantyn ,   Department of Geodesy, Cartography and Territorial Management, Yuri Fedkovich Chernivtsi National University, Chernivtsi, Ukraine. E-mail: k.darchuk@chnu.edu.ua, Sukhyi Petro ,   Department of Geodesy, Cartography and Territorial Management, Yuri Fedkovich Chernivtsi National University, Chernivtsi, Ukraine. E-mail: p.sukhyj@chnu.edu.ua, Kostaschuk Ivan ,   Department of Geography of Ukraine and Regional Studies, Yuri Fedkovich Chernivtsi National University, Chernivtsi, Ukraine. E-mail: i.kostaschuk@chnu.edu.ua, Lopushanskyi Oleksandr ,   Department of Economic Expertise & Land Management, West Ukrainian National University, Ternopil, Ukraine.  E-mail: o.lopushanskyi@wunu.edu.ua
Published: January 2025

Maps and plans are necessary to obtain accurate spatial information about the location of any geo-objects. High-quality and accurate creation of cartographic materials will improve the assessment of natural resources, cadastral work, etc. to solve the problem, cadastral maps and plans of a given scale are necessary. Their creation without violating regulatory documents requires certain State Geodetic Network (SGN) points. The purpose of the study is to analyse the spatial location of SGN points on the territory of the Chernivtsi region in Ukraine and to assess geodetic support for the use of natural resources using geographic information systems (GIS). We used QGIS version 3.28, to create maps and models based on the thematic layers, and evaluated the existing geodetic support in the section of the newly created administrative and territorial units of the region. An assessment of the spatial placement of SGN points for the territory of the Chernivtsi region by the administrative-territorial division was carried out. We identified 198 geodetic points of different classes. The boundaries of Chernivtsi district had the largest number of geodetic points (109 units, which is 55% of the total region). This was followed by Dnistrovsky District (54 points - 27% of the region), and Vyzhnytsky District (35 objects - 18% of the region).
Assessing the Constraints of COVID-19 Pandemic on Vegetable Growers: A Comprehensive Analysis
Authors:   Department of Agricultural Extension & Communication, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (Deemed to be University) Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.  Email: soumyasaktidash2015@gmail.com, Dash Soumya Sakti , Kanungo Aditya Prasad ,   Department of Agricultural Extension & Communication, Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (Deemed to be University) Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.  Email: kanungoadityaprasad@gmail.com
Published: January 2025

The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic raised major concerns for the agricultural sector, particularly for vegetable growers who are highly vulnerable due to the perishable nature of vegetables and reliance on labour-intensive operations that rely mainly on labour-driven operational practices. The research aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the constraints vegetable growers face due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Using an ex-post facto research design, we analysed the cause-and-effect relationship between variables among 240 vegetable growers from two districts and eight villages in Odisha, India. The findings reveal that fear of COVID-19 infection with an average garret score of 73.11 is impacting their willingness to work and interact, Restrictions on movement and social gatherings due to lockdown with an average garret score of 72.91 hindered farming operations, high cost of labour and agricultural inputs with an average garret score of 72.02 driven by reduced availability and increased demand, shortage of labour with an average garret score of 71.02, inadequate knowledge and awareness on COVID-19 pandemic with an average garret score of 70.25 and lack of transportation facilities due to mobility restrictions with an average Garrett score of 72.07 are some of the critical constraints faced by vegetable growers. The research findings have several implications for policy or practice to mitigate future disruptions and enhance the resilience of the agricultural sector.
Formation of Elements of Yield Structure and Quality of Mustard Seeds Depending on Genotype and Mineral Nutrition
Authors:   Pavlo Tychyna Uman State Pedagogical University, Uman, Cherkasy region, Ukraine.  E-mail: irinamikolaiko@i.ua@ukr.net, Mykolaiko Irina , Polishchuk Valentine ,   Uman National University of Horticulture, Uman, Cherkasy region, Ukraine.  Email: valentin7613@gmail.com, Balabak Anatolii ,   Uman National University of Horticulture, Uman, Cherkasy region, Ukraine.  Email: abalabak@meta.ua, Doronin Volodymyr ,   4Institute of Bioenergy Crops and Sugar Beets of NAAS, Kyiv, Ukraine.  Email: sugarbeet@ukr.net, Brovdi Anna ,   Uman National University of Horticulture, Uman, Cherkasy region, Ukraine.  E-mail: abrovdi@ukr.net
Published: January 2025

Given the steady increase in the Earth's temperature in the context of global climate change, which negatively affects the growth and development of most crops, the search for sustainable ecologically adapted plant species and ways to maintain their yields is of great practical importance. Mustard is one of the crops that can grow in drought conditions, which is driving demand for it. The article presents the results of studies of the peculiarities of the formation of the crop structure elements, yield and quality of mustard seeds depending on varietal characteristics and mineral nutrition. It was found that the application of phosphorus-potassium fertilizers, both main application and together with foliar fertilization with nitrogen fertilizers, provided a significant increase in the yield structure indicators – plant height in all phenological phases of mustard growth and development, the number of stems and pods per plant. The greatest increase in plant height of all varieties in phenological phases of growth and development, the number of stems and pods per plant was with the integrated use of phosphorus-potassium fertilizers as the main application and two-time foliar fertilization with nitrogen fertilizers. Indicators of the yield structure elements significantly depended on varietal characteristics. If in the rosette phase, the influence of the “fertiliser” factor was 71.0%, the “flowering” factor – 86.7%, and in the bud and ripening stages the influence of fertilizers was less and amounted to 47.2% and 38.3%, respectively, the influence of the “variety” factor was the greatest in the bud stage and amounted to 48.6% and in the ripening phase – 39.4%. The increase in yield structure indicators contributed to the improvement of mustard seed productivity - while on average, seed yield significantly increased with the use of mineral fertilizers compared to the control without fertilizers, then seed quality – germination energy and germination, when applying mineral fertilizers did not provide a sufficient increase in these indicators, they were at the level of control and only the weight of 1000 seeds significantly increased both depending on the genotype and the use of mineral fertilizers, which provided an increase in the yield of seeds of all varieties.
Advancing Waste Reduction and Resource Conservation through Circular Economy Practices: A Rational Review
Authors:   School of Civil Engineering, North Minzu University, Ningxia, China, Komyshev Dmytro ,   Academician of the Engineering Academy of Ukraine, Kharkiv, Ukraine. Email: dmytrokomyshev@outlook.com, Kapral Andriy ,   Department of Environmental Economics and Business, Department of Environmental Economics and Business, National Forestry University of Ukraine, Lviv, Ukraine. Email: kapral.andriy@gmail.com, Drebot Oksana ,   Institute of Agroecology and Environmental Management of NAAS, Kyiv, Ukraine.  Email: drebotoksana@gmal.com, Sakharnatska Liudmyla ,   Department of Economic and Entrepreneurship, Faculty of Economics, Uzhhorod National University, Uzhhorod, Ukraine. Email: liudmyla.sakharnatska@uzhnu.edu, Karpyk Jaroslav ,   Department of Entrepreneurship and Trade, West Ukrainian National University, Ternopil, Ukraine.  Email: karpyk2024@ukr.net
Published: January 2025

The modern world is undergoing profound changes due to globalisation, digital transformation and the depletion of natural resources; it requires radical modernisation of the economy and repeatedly involves introducing new organisational and economic models that combine economic development, environmental safety and the rational use of natural resources. To address these challenges, it is crucial to shift towards a sustainable lifestyle that balances short-term economic interests with long-term environmental impacts. As the foundation of the new industrial revolution, the circular economy offers a pathway to creating more competitive and sustainable economies where waste becomes a resource and economic development does not contradict environmental protection, but its implementation requires a comprehensive approach. This study aims to demonstrate the necessity of transitioning from a linear to a circular production model to minimize waste and conserve natural resources through the integrated application of cyclicality principles. This approach enables enterprises to achieve profitability while alleviating the strain on natural resources. Using a systematic approach and various scientific methods such as analysis, synthesis, deduction, generalisation, and abstraction, this review investigates modern environmental challenges and identifies one of our most significant environmental problems: waste minimisation and conservation of natural resources. The paper evaluates the potential and limitations of implementing the circular economy in contemporary economic contexts to enhance efficiency and safety. The critical indicators of the circular economy were analysed, allowing a general idea of the progress in this area in recent years, based on the example of the European Union. The study concludes that a successful transition to a circular economy requires a comprehensive approach that creates new business opportunities and promotes interaction between enterprises, society and the state, ensuring the exchange of experience and knowledge.
The Role of the Circular Economy in Advancing Environmentally Sustainable Industrial Production
Authors:   Centre for Advanced Internet Studies, Bochum, Germany. Email: tetiana.gorokhova@cais-research.de, Gorokhova Tetiana , Kozlova Alla ,   Department of Economics and Business Management, Interregional Academy of Personnel Management, Kyiv, Ukraine. Email: ai.kozlova.al@gmail.com, Laguta Yaroslav ,   Zhytomyr Polytechnic State University, Zhytomyr, Ukraine. Email: laguta.yn@i-c.kiev.ua, Skrashchuk Larysa ,   Department of Economic and Mathematical Modeling, Faculty of Economics, Yuriy Fedkovych Chernivtsi National University, Chernivtsi, Ukraine. Email: l.skrashchuk@chnu.edu.ua, Kaminskyi Serhii ,   Department of Economics and Business Finance, State University of Trade and Economics, Kyiv, Ukraine.  Email: s.kaminskkyj@knute.edu.ua
Published: January 2025

In the last decade, the circular economy has transformed into a new paradigm that attempts to tackle global environmental and resource challenges. Starting in the late 20th century, this concept began as a reaction to the growing realization of the limits of linear economic systems, focused on the extraction and abandonment of resources rather than sustainability. Technological progress, policy reforms, and heightened environmental consciousness have led over the years, to the adoption of circular principles in industrial processes. Initial efforts were oriented towards waste management and recycling, these being developed to comprehensive approaches that encompass such initiatives as product design, resource regeneration and systemic innovation. The study examines the factors that enhance the application of circular economy in environmentally sustainable industrial production and resource efficiency and environmental damage. Applying circular approaches in the Netherlands leads to a 30% decrease in the demanded primary resources and a 25% decrease in industrial waste. On the same note, the circular economy models have been used in China to reduce CO₂ emissions in heavy industries by 20%. Currently, Japan has managed to recycle 80% of its plastic waste and Germany has applied regenerative technologies into construction to reduce the usage of natural resources by 35%. Nevertheless, the following challenges are evident: high implementation costs, weak legislation and regulatory frameworks, and insufficient waste disposal facilities. The findings of this research will enable partnership support in overcoming these challenges in the promotion of a circular economy as a viable model for industrial transformation.
Penerapan Algoritma Dijkstra Untuk Menentukan Rute Terpendek Dalam Distribusi Darah Di Palang Merah Indonesia Kota Palu Berbasis Mobile
Authors: Dival Maulana Muhammad , Hendra Andi , Yudhaswana Yuri , Anshori Yusuf , Ar. Lamasitudju Chairunnisa
Published: January 2025

Distribusi darah yang efisien sangat penting bagi Palang Merah Indonesia (PMI) untuk menyelamatkan nyawa. Penelitian ini mengembangkan sistem distribusi darah berbasis mobile yang memanfaatkan Algoritma Dijkstra untuk menentukan rute pengiriman terpendek. Sistem ini dirancang untuk PMI Kota Palu, membantu pengemudi menemukan jalur optimal dan memantau stok darah rumah sakit secara real-time. Metode prototipe digunakan dalam pengembangan, sementara Google Maps API memungkinkan visualisasi rute yang akurat. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Algoritma Dijkstra mengurangi waktu distribusi darah sebesar 15-20% dibandingkan metode manual. Selain itu, sistem ini mempermudah pengelolaan stok darah dan meningkatkan kecepatan distribusi. Pengujian blackbox memastikan semua fitur berfungsi sesuai spesifikasi. Penelitian ini berkontribusi pada efisiensi distribusi darah di PMI, dengan harapan dapat mengurangi risiko kekurangan darah. Rekomendasi untuk penelitian selanjutnya adalah pengembangan sistem pada skala lebih besar untuk menghadapi kompleksitas distribusi yang lebih tinggi.
Enhancing Vocational Education Through Digital Marketing Strategies: A Prototype Approach
Authors: Yullindo  , Nandra  , Idris Iswandi
Published: January 2025

This study investigates the challenges faced in digital marketing transformation within vocational education at Politeknik LP3I PSDKU Campus Padang. The problem stems from traditional marketing methods being less effective in attracting prospective students in a digital era. Employing the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) prototype methodology, the research aims to develop a responsive marketing information system tailored to user needs. Objectives include identifying key marketing tools and enhancing user engagement through interactive platforms. Results demonstrate improved enrollment figures and user satisfaction, validating the effectiveness of digital marketing strategies. The findings contribute to a framework that vocational institutions can utilize to modernize their marketing approaches effectively
Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) Method for Designing a Web-based Decision Support Information System for Excellent Lecturers Recruitment.
Authors: Hadi Abrar , M. Syahputra  , Khair Rizaldy
Published: January 2025

Excellent Lecturers are human resources (HR) that are very necessary in the world of education so that they can educate students to become superior human resources. Apart from that, all universities in Indonesia play an active role in improving the quality of education. One important factor that determines the quality of education in higher education is the quality of the lecturers who teach. Excellent lecturers are lecturers who are sought after and needed by all universities. However, in reality, the lecturer recruitment process in educational institutions often experiences obstacles, such as inaccurate decisions, errors in decision making, and late decision making. This can affect the quality of education provided and the effectiveness of the educational institution itself. Therefore, selecting superior and qualified lecturers is very important. So, we need a decision support system to help the recruitment process for superior lecturers more effectively and efficiently. Manual decision making in the recruitment process is considered less objective and can result in decisions that are not in accordance with wishes. The Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) method is a method that can be used to assist decision making in deciding which superior lecturers to recruit. The urgency of this research is to help make decisions effectively and efficiently. The aim of this research is to build a decision support system for the lecturer recruitment process using the web-based Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) method.
Analysis of General Election Campaign Topics of Candidates for President and Vice President of the Republic of Indonesia Using Lattent Dirichlet Allocation on Social Media Data
Authors: Ericko Rinanto Pratama
Published: January 2025

The election of the President and Vice President of the Republic of Indonesia 2024 is an important moment for the Indonesian people in determining future leaders. Social media plays a major role as a platform used to deliver campaign programs by presidential and vice presidential candidates. In conducting social media analysis, one approach that can be used is using topic modeling. Topic modeling produces output in the form of topics of conversation from a document, one of the models is Latent Dirichlet Allocation (LDA). In previous research, LDA has been widely used to search for topics of conversation on social media. This research analyzes the campaign programs of the 2024 Presidential and Vice Presidential Candidates of the Republic of Indonesia on social media using the Latent Dirichlet Allocation (LDA) method for intent classification in campaign program detection and sentiment analysis to check sentiment analysis. Data from the Twitter social media platform during the campaign period was processed and analyzed with LDA to understand the trend of campaign topics.
Implementasi Sistem Pemantauan Kelayakan Kapal Pada Proses Pengujian Kapal Menggunakan Teknologi Internet of Things
Authors: Pristovani Dimas , Abu Jami’in Muhammad , Singgih Setiyoko Annas , Toto Wibowo Alvalo , Leonard Rikky
Published: January 2025

Kapal baru harus menjalani inspeksi uji berlayar sebelum serah terima kepada pemilik berdasarkan regulasi International Maritime Organization dalam Resolusi MSC.137. Selama ini inspeksi masih manual sehingga penggunaan sistem pemantauan kelayakan kapal dengan teknologi Internet of Things (IoT) sangat dibutuhkan. Sistem ini terdiri dari perangkat keras yang terhubung dengan aplikasi android dan aplikasi berbasis web yang memantau data posisi, kecepatan, kemiringan, kecepatan angin, dan waktu secara langsung. Proses pencatatan dilakukan secara bersamaan pada perangkat keras, aplikasi android, dan aplikasi berbasis web sehingga ada redudansi pencatatan. Keseluruhan sistem yang dirancang tidak hanya memberikan dokumentasi yang lengkap, tetapi juga mendukung pengujian yang transparan dan akurat. Hasil dari uji coba ini memastikan bahwa spesifikasi teknis kapal sesuai dengan standar yang telah disepakati, serta memperkuat kepercayaan seluruh pihak yang terlibat dalam proyek pengujian. Dengan keberhasilan ini, sistem monitoring dan analisis berbasis IoT dapat menjadi solusi yang andal untuk kebutuhan operasional dan evaluasi kinerja kapal.
Metode Ekstraksi Fitur Canny, GLCM dan Segmentasi Warna Menggunakan K-Means Clustering Dalam Peningkatan Motif Batik
Authors: Zain Ruri Hartika , Sumijan
Published: January 2025

Batik adalah produk seni dan budaya Indonesia yang berupa kain cetak yang dibuat dengan teknik tertentu. Motif pola bunga melambangkan keindahan dan kebahagiaan. Peneliti mengusulkan metode ekstraksi fitur canny, GLCM dan segmentasi warna menggunakan K-Means Clustering dalam peningkatan motif batik. Dengan ektraksi ciri dari batik citra yang ada dapat dihasilkan batik citra dengan motif warna yang lebih banyak variasi yang diciptakan. Dapat dilihat dari corak batiknya mempunyai suatu tekstur, tekstur dapat dijadikan salah satu elemen pembeda batik satu dengan yang lainnya. Penelitian juga mengimplementasikan metode Canny, GLCM dan LBP untuk mengklasifikasikan ciri tekstur, HSV Color Moment untuk mengekstraksi ciri warna, sedangkan metode K-Means Clustering untuk mengklasifikasikan citra batik dan untuk mengidentifikasi citra batik pewarna alami dan pewarna sintetis batik berdasarkan warna. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menghubungkan pola dalam data yang sudah ada dengan pola baru. K-Means Clustering untuk mengelompokkan piksel citra batik digital berdasarkan warna. Hasil penelitian ini diperoleh bahwa K-Means Clustering dapat meningkatkan motif batik baru dengan corak dan warna bervariasi.
Factors Influencing the Usage of Twitter During Presidential Elections in Nigeria
Authors: Kolawole Kayode David , Oyasor Emmanuel
Published: January 2025

This study examined the factors influencing the usage of Twitter during presidential elections in Nigeria. The population of the study comprises those under the age of voting in Nigeria that has Twitter account in Nigeria. Creswell (2012) sampling technique was used to select 576 respondents in Nigeria who have twitter account and are in voting age. Data was obtained through questionnaire administration. Structural Equation Modelling method of multiple regression analysis were used to achieve the objectives of the study. Results of the regression analysis revealed that factors (such as compatibility, cost effectiveness, interactivity, trust, ease of use and networking capability) are significant determinant of usage of Twitter during presidential elections in Nigeria at 1% and 5% level of significance. The study concluded that there are factors influencing the usage of twitter during presidential elections in Nigeria. Therefore, it is advised that politicians should always seek for information through social media that might improve their interactions with various populace. Therefore, social media adoption becomes essential due to its multifaceted and symmetrical nature.
Outcomes of Robot-assisted Radical Prostatectomy in Men Aged 75 Years Old or Older: A Single-center Study in Thailand
Authors: Mahalelakul Attapol , Assavavirojekul Pubordee , Leewansangtong Sunai , Woranisarakul Varat , Hansomwong Thitipat , Srinualnad Sittiporn
Published: January 2025

Objective: The aim of this study was to evaluate the surgical, oncological outcomes, and complications in men ≥75 years of age who have undergone robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP).
Materials and Methods: A retrospective analysis was performed on data from patients who underwent RARP between July 2018 and December 2020. This analysis included the patients’ characteristics, perioperative outcomes, postoperative outcomes, oncologic outcome and biochemical recurrence(BCR) comparing an elderly group (≥75 years old) with a younger group (<75 years old).
Results: In total, 455 patients were classified into two groups: 57 patients aged ≥75 and 398 patients aged <75 years old. No significant differences were observed in BCR at 12 months10.3% vs. 17.5% (p=0.1), perioperative and postoperative complications, pathological positive lymph node, or resection margins. The pathological T-staging and Gleason grade groups were more aggressive in the older group with pT3 64.9 vs. 48.7% (p < 0.05) and Gleason grade group 4 and 5 41.3% vs. 25.1%, (p < 0.05).
Conclusion: RARP is safe and feasible procedure in selected elderly patients, offering comparable perioperative and postoperative surgical outcomes to those seen in younger patients.
Effectiveness of Personalized Multifactorial Fall Risk Assessment and Intervention in Reducing Fall Rates Among Older Adults: A Retrospective Study
Authors: Dajpratham Piyapat , Thitisakulchai Poungkaew , Pongratanakul Rinlada , Prapavanond Rachaporn , Haridravedh Sirapat , Muangpaisan Weerasak
Published: January 2025

Objective: This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of personalized multifactorial fall risk assessment and intervention in reducing the incidence of recurrent falls after one year.
Materials and Methods: This retrospective study reviewed medical records from the Geriatric Rehabilitation Clinic at Siriraj Hospital, including data from patients with a history of falls (fallers) or gait instability (non-fallers) between April 2016 and April 2021. Upon entering the clinic, older patients received personalized multifactorial fall risk assessment and intervention. Functional mobility was also evaluated using the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test, Functional Reach, and 30-second Chair Stand test. Fallers were followed for one year, and classified into recurrent fallers or zero-fallers based on whether they experienced at least one fall during the follow-up period.
Results: Of the 134 patients initially reviewed, 105 met the criteria for analysis. The cohort was predominantly female (65.5%) with an average age of 81.5 years (SD 6.8). Common risk factors included hypertension, back/leg pain, and cognitive impairment. After 12 months, 27.4% of fallers experienced recurrent falls. Sedative medication use was significantly associated with increased fall risk (OR 4.15[1.5,11.44]; P < 0.05). Other risk factors were not statistically significant. The fall rate reduced from 80% to 27.4% following personalized intervention.
Conclusion: Personalized multifactorial fall risk assessment and intervention significantly decreased the fall rate among older patients. Sedative medications were notably linked to increased fall risk, highlighting the need for careful medication management and targeted fall prevention strategies.gies.
Depressive Symptoms and Poor Functional Status are Factors Associated with Frailty and Decreased Quality of Life in Thai Older Breast Cancer Survivors
Authors: Satayasansakul Arpa , Assantachai Prasert , Chuthapisith Suebwong , Thammasalee Monthira , Chimchanwet Thapanee , Udompunturak Suthipol
Published: January 2025

Objective: This study examines the prevalence and clinical factors associated with frailty, poor health-related quality of life (HR-QoL), and the combined presence of both in older breast cancer survivors.
Materials and Methods: In this cross-sectional study, 230 BSC patients aged > 60 years and > 3 years cancer free were recruited. Frailty and HR-QoL were evaluated using the Fried Frailty Phenotype and the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Breast (FACT-B), respectively. As well, overall health status was assessed through a comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA). Logistic regression was used to identify factors independently associated with frailty and reduced HR-QoL.
Results: Of all 230 BCS, 16.5% were frail, 47.4% were pre-frail, and 36.1% were robust. Depressive symptoms were strongly associated with frailty (OR: 13.1, 95% CI: 4.04–42.74), indicating that individuals with these symptoms were 13 times more likely to be frail. Low physical activity (OR: 5.7, 95% CI: 2.1–15.08) and unmarried status (OR: 2.75, 95% CI: 1.47–19.57) were also significant predictors of frailty. Frail participants had notably lower HR-QoL scores than those who were non-frail.
Conclusion: This study highlights the significant impact of depressive symptoms, reduced physical function, and social factors on frailty and HR-QoL in old-age BCS. Comprehensive geriatric assessment, including mental health and social support evaluations, are essential for early identification and intervention. Further research should focus on additional interventions aimed at reducing frailty and enhancing HR-QoL.
Clinical Effectiveness Evaluation and Cost-effectiveness Analysis of Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment and Multidisciplinary Team for Ambulatory Older Patients: A Cohort Study
Authors: Virulhakul Prakasit , Intalapaporn Somboon , Luerithipong Sichon , Tantai Narisa , Maneeon Satanan , Muangpaisan Weerasak
Published: January 2025

Objective: The comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA) and multidisciplinary team (MDT) services are essential components of clinics that promote holistic care for older patients. However, their clinical and cost-effectiveness have not been fully established.
Materials and Methods: This study was a 1-year cohort, two-arm observational study conducted in ambulatory older patients at the Geriatric and Internal Medicine OPD. The primary endpoint was clinical effectiveness: activity of daily living (ADL), Thai mental status examination (TMSE), Mini-nutritional assessment (MNA), extra-visit, hospitalization, length of stay, fall rate, and death rate. The secondary endpoint was a cost-utility analysis using a decision-tree and Markov model. Outcomes included the incremental cost-effectiveness ratio (ICER), and quality of life, assessed by the European Quality of Life Five Dimensions Five Levels (EQ-5D-5L). Sensitivity analysis was conducted through probabilistic methods.
Results: Older adults who received the CGA and MDT service in the geriatric OPD showed improved nutritional status, with the MNA-SF score increasing from 9.3 (± 3.3) to 10.9 (± 2.9) (p=0.01). There were no significant differences between groups in terms of extra-visits, hospitalizations, length of stay, fall rate, or death rate. After one year, the ICER for the CGA and MDT group was US$-3,073 per quality-adjusted life year (QALY) gained to usual care, indicating cost savings at a threshold of $4, 564.9 US dollar per QALY gained.
Conclusion: The CGA and MDT service in a geriatric clinic is clinically effective compared to usual care over a one-year follow-up, as demonstrated by the improvement in nutritional status. Additionally, the CGA and MDT is a cost-saving intervention.
Validation of Self-application-based Malnutrition and Limited Mobility Screening Tools Compared with Standard Diagnostic Tools in Older Adults
Authors: Tanaviboon Panvadee , Muangpaisan Weerasak , Jongsawadipatana Angkana , Siritipakorn Pitiporn , Intalapaporn Somboon
Published: January 2025

Objective: To validate application screening tools against face-to-face standard tools (the Mini Nutritional Assessment (MNA) and Short Physical Performance Battery test (SPPB)) in older adults.
Materials and Methods: A mobile or tablet application was developed based on user interfaces and experiences. Outpatients aged 60 years and over were tested with this tool. We used 2 questions from the WHO-ICOPE algorithm and 3 questions from the STEADI algorithm to screen for at-risk malnutrition and limited mobility, respectively. The MNA and SPPB were used to detect malnutrition and limited mobility, respectively, to test their validity.
Results: The study involved 187 participants, 16% of whom were diagnosed with at-risk malnutrition by the MNA and 18.7% of whom had limited mobility according to the SPPB. The sensitivity and specificity of the malnutrition application tool were 66.6% and 96.1%, respectively. When BMI < 18.5 was combined in the application, the sensitivity and specificity were 90% and 91%, respectively. For limited mobility, the sensitivity and specificity of the application were 94.2% and 76.3%, respectively. The majority of participants rated the application for easy understanding as «excellent» (65%) and rated their confidence in their ability to use the application by themselves as “excellent” (70%).
Conclusion: The application is an age-friendly, time-saving tool that can be used when face-to-face screening is vdifficult with good validity.
Environmental Sustainability Practices in Supply Chains and Manufacturing Firms’ Performance
Authors: Mwansasu Elinala Lutufyo , Mwagike Leonada Raphael
Published: January 2025

Purpose- This study investigates the influence of environmental sustainability practices in supply chains on the performance of manufacturing firms in Dar es salaam, Tanzania.Design/Methodology- Employing a case study research design, the study utilized a mixed-methods approach, integrating qualitative and quantitative methodologies. A total sample of 155 respondents was selected using simple random sampling for questionnaires, while 13 participants were purposively selected for in-depth interviews. Data collection involved structured questionnaires and interviews, analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics with SPSS to ensure robust findings. Findings- The findings revealed a positive and significant influence of circular packaging on manufacturing firm performance. Adopting innovative packaging materials and clear disposal instructions can enhance competitive advantage, increase profit margins, and attract environmentally-conscious consumers, leading to higher market share and revenue. Practical Implications- The study highlights the importance of environmental sustainability practices for manufacturing firms in Tanzania. By adopting sustainable approaches, businesses can contribute to a healthier environment, reduce their carbon footprint, and promote responsible consumption. This can have positive implications for both the local community and the global ecosystem. The study recommends that firms invest in circular economic practices, such as innovative packaging and recycling. Policymakers are urged to provide incentives, such as tax relief and subsidies, to support green technologies. Collaboration between public and private sectors to fund research and development is also emphasized. Additionally, consumer advocacy for sustainable products and practices is critical to driving change
PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAMINATION OF MORAL DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE RUSSIAN WAR
Authors: Boltivets Sergii
Published: January 2025

The modern Russian war is the embodiment of the idea of Pan-Mongolism: Europe will be destroyed by a new, Orthodox horde, which is the scourge of God for the sins of the West, because Russia's special path is Eurasian, designed to destroy the West and create its empire from Vladivostok to Lisbon. This is the embodiment of the ancient Russian dream in its significant personifications of the Great Russians, Muscovites and other self-named misanthropes through the destruction of Europe. Ukraine became the first country on the path of total destruction of European nations. The armed realization of this Russian dream was initiated by the attack of the Russian Federation on Ukraine by the landing of Russian troops on the Crimean Peninsula on February 20, 2014.
PRELIMINARY STUDIES ON THE MISOPHONIC SYNDROME IN ITALY: TRIGGER SOUNDS AND FREQUENCY
Authors: Annarumma Maria , Ruggia Camilla , Soldivieri Francesca , Truono Silvia
Published: January 2025

The following research project aims at increasing knowledge and understanding of the misophonic disorder as well as detecting the most frequently occurring trigger sounds through the examination of a sample of university students. This first fundamental step allows to outline the scope of intervention for a subsequent identification of the most effective psycho-pedagogical protocols.
The survey was conducted on a sample of 992 students from the University of Salerno, who were asked to take the Duke Misophonia Questionnaire. In order to identify the main trigger stimuli present, an examination was made of the first item, which features a list of sounds that can potentially spark context-inappropriate reactions. Additional answers provided by participants in the “Other” section of the same item were also investigated, with the purpose of identifying additional recurring trigger sounds that were not included in the proposed list.
The study found that at least one trigger sound could be observed in over half of the sample. Furthermore, the main activating stimuli that emerged from the analysis of the collected data related not only to chewing but also to mouth sounds other than chewing, as well as to repetitive and nasal sounds.
Such surveys are instrumental for research on misophonia as, building on this preliminary investigation, further in-depth studies could be carried out in order to see which strategies misophonic subjects spontaneously implement to deal with discomfort, find out which of these strategies work and which do not, and finally identify which neuroscience-oriented strategic psychotherapy techniques might be most effective in treating misophonic symptoms.
Keywords: misophonia, trigger sounds, strategic psychotherapy, survey research
RUSSIAN GENOCIDE OF THE UKRAINIAN POPULATION: TOGETHERNESS DEFIES DEATH
Authors: Boltivets Sergii , Stepyko Mykhailo , Uralova Lyudmyla
Published: January 2025

The article highlights the current consequences of the Russian war against Ukraine and Europe for the life of the surviving citizens of Ukraine, their well-being and health, as well as the impact of the Russian war on the viability of the countries of the European continent. Summarized data of the study of neurotic disorders in people who are waiting for death, and therefore under the influence of the most difficult experiences, are given. The most severe phases of distress caused by the approach of Russian bombers to a person's place of residence, the beginning of Russian artillery shelling of a residential building, volleys of Russian rocket systems "Grad", "Uragan", "Solntsepek", the fall of a Russian ballistic or cruise missile, the impact of a Russian drone with explosives were revealed. It was noted that, in general, neurotic disorders associated with the expectation of death arise and worsen in connection with Russian hostilities, terrorist acts, which lead to forced migration, which unfolds a picture of spontaneous reactions to social insecurity, disruption of life activities and, as a result, social maladaptation of refugees. Mental trauma is acquired through bombings, loss of loved ones, or being in harsh conditions where people suffered physically or psychologically, for example, being in the basements of houses under Russian artillery fire for many weeks, without food, water, linen, clothing and medicine. A comparison is made with the pandemic period of COVID-19, when Ukrainians were affected by the coronavirus pandemic, the result of which is the increase in the sense of unity among the citizens of Ukraine who remained alive more than twice. The war led to a significant rethinking of values and encouraged a greater appreciation of what a person has. This reduced the level of expectations and claims regarding the satisfaction of their needs. Despite negative emotions, the vast majority of people assess their mental state as basically normal, which does not require professional correction. Collective identity is an important protective feature of society, which exists only because a large number of people firmly believe that other people in similar circumstances will think and act as they do. In this case, the ideal of preserving health and life thanks to mutual understanding and joint efforts becomes the most achievable even under the conditions of the Russian genocide of the Ukrainian population.
Keywords: Russian war, Ukrainian citizens, neurotic disorders, anticipation of death, phases of distress, Russian bombings, Russian artillery fire, hostilities, rethinking of values, preservation of health and life, Russian genocide
The Efficiency of Oxcarbazepine and Carbamazepine in the Management of Trigeminal Neuralgia: First Comparative Study in Bangladesh
Authors: Afsar Md Nurul , Afroze Sharahat , Urmi Saki Alam , Qureshi Ashik , Kader Mohammad Abdul , Hossain Sharafat , Alam Mohammad Ibtehaz , Shahriar Abu Saleh Muhammad
Published: January 2025

Background: Trigeminal neuralgia (TNg) is considered as one of the most severe painful disorders in the orofacial region. Anticonvulsants are most commonly used for such pain management. Carbamazepine is considered as first line of drug for the pain management of TNg. But, a new medicine namely, oxcarbazepine, that is a keto derivative of Carbamazepine, recently caught attention for its promising effect as an anti-convulsant drugs. However, little is known about its effect and safety in TNg management in aspects of Bangladeshi patients. Here, in this study we aim to compare the effectiveness and tolerability of carbamazepine versus oxcarbazepine in the pain management of TNg. Methods: People Patient with TNg were identified while visiting Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University for treatment purpose. Thirty patients with TNg were selected irrespective of age, gender, religion or socioeconomic status of the patients, and selection criteria. Patients were administrated with oxcarbazepine (group A) and carbamazepine (group B) for certain time, and data were collected during indicated follow up. Results: In this study, 53.3 % patients were found within 51-60 years age group, followed by (46.7%) were in the age group of 40-50. It was reported that 43.3% were male and 56.7% patients were female. In present study, pain was significantly reduced in group A compared to group B (p <0.001). The mean pain score in group B was 4.11+0.91, but promisingly in group A was 1.41+ 0.78. Although, after one month of treatment, we found adverse effects in 4 (26.7%) patients in group A and 9 (60.0%) patients in group B. However, after 6 months of treatment no side effect was observed in group A, but 11 (73.3%) patients had side effect in group B. Side effects were significantly decreased in group A after 3 and 6 months compared to group B (p<0.05). Conclusion: The significant analgesic effects of oxcarbazepine and its generally improved safety and tolerability profile compared to carbamazepine, suggest that oxcarbazepine will be an important addition to TNg pain management.
Journal of Dentistry and Allied Science, Vol. 7 No 1: 35-44
Conductas sexuales en hombres que tienen sexo con hombres con exceso de peso
Authors: Catalán-Gómez Carlos Alberto , Benavides-Torres Raquel Alicia , Onofre Rodríguez Dora Julia , Cárdenas Villareal Velia Margarita
Published: January 2025

Objetivo: Identificar las conductas sexuales de hombres que tienen sexo con hombres y que presentan exceso de peso, residentes de Monterrey, Nuevo León. Materiales y métodos: Estudio descriptivo de corte transversal en 50 hombres que tienen sexo con hombres con exceso de peso. Se utilizó el cuestionario de conducta sexual segura para recolectar los datos que fueron analizados mediante el software de SPSS v23. Resultados: Los participantes informaron un índice de masa corporal de Obesidad I y una práctica frecuente de sexo anal y oral, con parejas estables y ocasionales. Aunque al menos la mitad tiene un plan para practicar sexo seguro, menos del 50% utiliza condón regularmente y muchos no son capaces de negociar su uso con sus parejas. Más de la mitad admite no portar condones, a pesar de la posibilidad de tener relaciones sexuales. Además, la mayoría de ellos reportó tener relaciones orales y anales sin protección, y muchos consumen drogas o alcohol durante estos encuentros, lo que contribuye a la falta de uso del condón y a un aumento del riesgo en sus prácticas sexuales. Conclusiones: Existe una preocupación significativa en relación con la salud sexual. A pesar de que muchos participantes reconocen la importancia de practicar sexo seguro, baja utilización de condón y dificultad de negociar el condón evidencian una falta de habilidades y estrategias efectivas para utilizar un condón.
Predicción de Consumo y Demanda de Electricidad Mediante Redes Neuronales Artificiales y Algoritmo Iterativo
Authors: Montero Laurencio Reineris , Torres Breff Orlys , Marrero Ramirez Secundino , Jiménez jiménez Diego
Published: January 2025

En los nuevos escenarios urbanos de generación y distribución de electricidad, con incidencia de las fuentes renovables de energía, resulta necesario conocer el comportamiento de la demanda y el pronóstico del consumo mediante modelos predictivos confiables para garantizar la operación eficaz y eficiente del sistema. La presente investigación se propone utilizar las redes neuronales artificiales (RNA) mediante aprendizaje automático basado en un algoritmo iterativo (ML). En el caso de la demanda se determinó el modelo predictivo de potencia activa de un circuito de distribución primaria, donde las cargas residenciales están localizadas en edificios multifamiliares y constituyen el 64 % de todo el consumo de electricidad. Para realizar la modelación de la demanda se utilizaron los datos recolectados por un dispositivo de protección y medición, y como entradas las variables estacionarias: estación del año, día del año, día de la semana y la hora del día. El ajuste del modelo fue del 94.5 %, mejorando los resultados logrados mediante modelación paramétrica y de regresión múltiple. Se utilizó el mismo algoritmo y los mismos pasos para modelar el consumo de energía eléctrica diario de una empresa de proyectos, constituida por un edificio, donde el mejor coeficiente de correlación obtenido entre los datos de salida medidos y los predichos es de 0.9435. Los resultados de la investigación reflejan la utilidad del aprendizaje iterativo automático basado en la determinación de modelos predictivos, lo cual favorece los procesos de toma decisiones en cuanto a operación de las redes eléctricas y la planificación energética.
Análisis del Estado de Descargadores del Sistema Eléctrico de Distribución basado en Corrientes de Fuga
Authors: Salazar-Achig Roberto , León Chiluiza Adriana , Jiménez Diego , Morales Mario
Published: January 2025

Este artículo analiza las corrientes de fuga en descargadores de sobretensión de 13.8 kV en sistemas eléctricos de distribución, se basa en el método del tercer armónico para determinar el tiempo de vida útil teniendo en consideración los parámetros de tipo de descarga, voltaje y corriente de operación además de las variaciones climáticas existentes en la ciudad de Ambato. Se seleccionaron los cuatro principales tipos de descargadores instalados en esta urbe. Las pruebas experimentales se llevaron a cabo en los laboratorios del complejo CATIGLATA perteneciente a la EEASA (Empresa Eléctrica Ambato Regional Centro Norte), donde se obtuvo los resultados del tercer armónico de la corriente de fuga. Esto permitió determinar el estado de funcionamiento, considerando que no se debe exceder el 2 % de la corriente fundamental, conforme a lo establecido por la norma IEEE 519-199. Adicionalmente, se desarrolló el modelo y la simulación en el software ATPDraw. Este estudio y la discusión de los resultados obtenidos proporcionan la posibilidad de analizar fácilmente la situación de operación de los descargadores, sean nuevos o usados, con un rango de tiempo de vida menor y mayor de 10 años de trabajo.
MODEL PjBL BERPENDEKATAN STEM UNTUK LITERASI SAINS BIOLOGI SISWA KELAS IX MTS SAHABAT CENDIKIA KOTA TERNATE
Authors: Pagala Jassia I. , Haerullah Ade , Kadir Muhammad Nur
Published: January 2025

Pendekatan STEM adalah suatu pendekatan yang diharapkan mampu membantu siswa mengintegrasikan aspek Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics yang memfokuskan proses pendidikan pada pemecahan masalah nyata dalam kehidupan sehari-hari. Literasi sains (scientific literacy) merupakan hal yang penting untuk dikuasai karena aplikasinya yang luas dan hampir di segala bidang. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh model PjBL berpendekatan STEM terhadap peningkatan literasi sains biologi pada siswa kelas IX MTS Sahabat Cendikia Kota Ternate. Metode penelitian ini adalah kuantitatif eksperimen semu (quasi experiment). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh model pembelajaran PjBL berpendekatan STEM terhadap kemampuan literasi sains siswa MTS Sahabat Cendikia pada materi sistem pewarisan sifat. Hal ini terlihat dari adanya perbedaan  nilai rata-rata posttest kelas eksperimen dan kelas kontrol.  Rata-rata posttest kelas eskperimen dengan nilai rata-rata sebesar 97, sedangkan kelas kontrol sebesar 81. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa model PjBL berpendekatan STEM dapat meningkatkan kemampuan literasi sains siswa MTS Sahabat Cendikia kota Ternate.