bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
MODELLING HOUSEHOLD DEMAND FOR PLANTAIN IN URBAN COMMUNITIES, OYO STATE
Authors: Omodara Olabisi Damilola , Oyebanji Akinsola Temitope , Olakojo Tijesunimi Oluwapelumi
Published: December 2024

The study was conducted to determine household demand for plantain in urban communities of Oyo State, Nigeria. The objectives analyzed the nature of demand for plantain as a consumer good, determined the relationship between plantain and other staples; and identified the determinants of household demand for plantain. A multi-stage sampling procedure was used to select 120 respondents for the study. Primary data was collected with the aid of a structured questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive Statistics and the Linear Approximate Almost Ideal System Model. The descriptive statistics showed that the households have an average age of 29 years with an average household size of 7 members. Most of the respondents have tertiary education degree and earned an average of 90,062.50 per month. Our findings further reveal plantain to be mostly consumed towards the end of the year between September to December due to the large sale of plantain at cheaper prices during this period. This is influenced by peak harvesting seasons across various regions of Nigeria in the rainy seasons, leading to much supply of plantain in the market. The result of the Linear Approximate Almost Ideal System Model (LA-AIDS) showed that the total household expenditure on food, age of respondents, marital status, and total expenditure on commodities like rice, yam, and yam flour determines the demand for plantain among the households. Demand elasticity categorized plantain as a luxury good with inelastic demand in the urban areas of Oyo State. Therefore, price and income generating policies that will enhance the purchasing power of households for plantain should be pursued with the provision of quality price information systems to improve household demand for plantain.
ESTIMATING ECONOMIC VIABILITY OF IRRIGATED RICE FARMING AMONG HOUSEHOLDS IN A TYPICAL FLOOD PLAIN IN NIGERIA
Authors: Dimas Phillip , Ja'afar-Furo Muhammad R
Published: December 2024

This paper examines the economic viability of irrigated rice production as a stable crop among farming households on Lake Gerio flood plains in Adamawa State, Nigeria, using 81 farm families selected randomly as respondents. Primary data collected through cost route by application of questionnaire were subjected to descriptive statistics, gross margin analysis, multiple regression analysis and allocative efficiency of resources to achieve stated objectives. Findings reveal married male households’ heads dominating (90.1%) the farming population, with a larger proportion (35.8%) owning 1.0 ha-2.0 ha of farmland. A Gross Margin (GM) of N119, 319 was recorded per hectare, signifying a viable economic activity for the farming households. Farm size (p < .001), labour (p < .001), educational level of farmers (p < .005) and quantity of fertiliser (p < .005) were found to be statistically significant in influencing yield of the crop. Cost of inputs (60.5%), inadequacy of funds (45.0%) and incidence of pests and diseases (22.2%) were the most experienced constraints among farm families. Conclusively, rice irrigation farming on Lake Gerio flood plains was profitable. Private and public institutions should intensify provision of credible extension services and making inputs available to farmers at subsidised costs.
Una propuesta para realizar la evaluación inicial de procesos de reptación del suelo a través de la inclinación de individuos arbóreos y su respectiva georreferenciación
Authors: Álvarez Abril César Giovanni
Published: December 2024

Este estudio involucró la evaluación de la inclinación de individuos arbóreos de una muestra del 13% del inventario forestal en el globo B de la sede Vivero de la Universidad Distrital en Bogotá, con el fin de evidenciar procesos de reptación. Se utilizó un formulario en para registrar los datos y se creó una imagen para visualizar la inclinación de los árboles en el terreno. Se realizó una regresión lineal para analizar la posible relación entre la inclinación de los árboles y la pendiente local del terreno, encontrando baja correlación. Se implementó una escala de calificación para clasificar la inclinación de los árboles en "Leve," "Media" y "Alta", complementando esta información con recorridos adicionales para detectar evidencias de inclinación anómala en estructuras civiles y se tomaron fotografías para respaldar estas observaciones. Los resultados proporcionan una visión detallada de la inclinación de los árboles en el área y su relación con la topografía circundante, lo que podría ser relevante para realizar una evaluación inicial, sencilla y económica de procesos de reptación que no son particularmente evidentes.
Development of hair dyeing teaching materials using peek a boo technique based on e-books
Authors: Riwayani Rika , Arfiyadie Aqilah Muthiah
Published: December 2024

This research is a type of Research and Development (RD) research with the aim of conducting research, namely to find out: 1) the procedure for developing hair coloring teaching materials using the peek a boo technique based on e-books for UNM Cosmetology students. 2) The response of UNM cosmetology students to hair coloring teaching materials using the e-book-based peek a boo technique. This research uses the Research and Development (RD) method which develops and produces products with the ADDIE development model. The teaching material developed is hair coloring using the e-book based peek a boo technique. The subjects of this study were 13 undergraduate students concentrating on cosmetology class of 2019, the Department of Family Welfare Education, Faculty of Engineering, Makassar State University. The data analysis technique used is descriptive quantitative. The results of this study are 1) The procedure for developing e- book-based teaching materials refers to the ADDIE development model, analysis of the needs of lecturers, students and learning. 2) Based due diligence by students on e-books of 93% with “Very Good” criteria for use in learning activities as a source of material. Student responses to e-book-based teaching materials were “very good” and overall the assessment of 13 undergraduate students concentrating on cosmetology class of 2019 showed that the hair coloring e-book using the peek a boo technique could be used in learning activities
Can cultural influences cause disease and illness?
Authors: Townend Mike
Published: December 2024

Traditional medical teaching has long focused on the biomedical causation of disease, and in more recent times the biopsychosocial model has become recognised. This article addresses the contribution of cultural factors, not only in the presentation of disease but also in its causation. Attention is drawn to the importance of addressing a patient’s cultural background in cross-cultural consultations.
Evaluation of RMES, an Automated Software Tool Utilizing AI, for Literature Screening with Reference to Published Systematic Reviews as Case-Studies: Development and Usability Study
Authors: Sugiura Ayaka , Saegusa Satoshi , Jin Yingzi , Yoshimoto Riki , Smith Nicholas D , Dohi Koji , Higuchi Tadashi , Kozu Tomotake
Published: December 2024

Background

Systematic reviews and meta-analyses are important to evidence-based medicine, but the information retrieval and literature screening procedures are burdensome tasks. Rapid Medical Evidence Synthesis (RMES; Deloitte Tohmatsu Risk Advisory LLC) is a software designed to support information retrieval, literature screening, and data extraction for evidence-based medicine.

Objective

This study aimed to evaluate the accuracy of RMES for literature screening with reference to published systematic reviews.

Methods

We used RMES to automatically screen the titles and abstracts of PubMed-indexed articles included in 12 systematic reviews across 6 medical fields, by applying 4 filters: (1) study type; (2) study type + disease; (3) study type + intervention; and (4) study type + disease + intervention. We determined the numbers of articles correctly included by each filter relative to those included by the authors of each systematic review. Only PubMed-indexed articles were assessed.

Results

Across the 12 reviews, the number of articles analyzed by RMES ranged from 46 to 5612. The number of PubMed-cited articles included in the reviews ranged from 4 to 47. The median (range) percentage of articles correctly labeled by RMES using filters 1-4 were: 80.9% (57.1%-100%), 65.2% (34.1%-81.8%), 70.5% (0%-100%), and 58.6% (0%-81.8%), respectively.

Conclusions

This study demonstrated good performance and accuracy of RMES for the initial screening of the titles and abstracts of articles for use in systematic reviews. RMES has the potential to reduce the workload involved in the initial screening of published studies.
Correction: Measuring Physical Functioning Using Wearable Sensors in Parkinson Disease and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (the Accuracy of Digital Assessment of Performance Trial Study): Protocol for a Prospective Observational Study
Authors: de Graaf Debbie , de Vries Nienke M , van de Zande Tessa , Schimmel Janneke J P , Shin Sooyoon , Kowahl Nathan , Barman Poulami , Kapur Ritu , Marks Jr William J , van 't Hul Alex , Bloem Bastiaan R
Published: December 2024

In “Measuring Physical Functioning Using Wearable Sensors in Parkinson Disease and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (the Accuracy of Digital Assessment of Performance Trial Study): Protocol for a Prospective Observational Study” (JMIR Res Protoc 2024 May 7:13:e55452) the authors noticed that one of the authors was not named correctly.
Revisiting Remote Monitoring for Older Adults: A Scoping Review toward Advancing Remote Monitoring for Patients with AD/ADRD (Preprint)
Authors: Shaik Mohmmad Arif , Anik Fahim Islam , Hasan Md. Mehedi , Chakravarty Sumit , Ramos Mary , Rahman Mohammad Ashiqur , Ahamed Sheikh Iqbal , Sakib Nazmus
Published: December 2024

BACKGROUND

Background: Using remote monitoring technology in the context of Alzheimer’s care presents exciting new opportunities to lessen caregiver stress and improve patient care quality. The application of wearables, environmental sensors, and smart home systems designed specifically for Alzheimer’s patients represents a promising interdisciplinary approach that integrates advanced technology with healthcare to enhance patient safety, monitor health parameters in real-time, and provide comprehensive support to caregivers.

OBJECTIVE

Objective: The objectives of this paper include evaluating the effectiveness of various remote sensing technologies in enhancing patient outcomes and identifying strategies to alleviate the burden on healthcare professionals and caregivers. Critical elements such as regulatory compliance, user-centered design, privacy and security considerations, and the overall efficacy of relevant technologies are comprehensively examined. Ultimately, the study aims to propose a comprehensive remote monitoring framework tailored to the needs of patients with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias.

METHODS

Methods: Guided by the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) framework, we conducted a systematic review on Remote Monitoring for Patients with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementia. Our search spanned four major electronic databases—Google Scholar, PubMed, IEEE, DBLP on February 20, 2024, with an updated search on May 18, 2024.

RESULTS

Results: A total of 31 publications met the inclusion criteria, highlighting four key research areas: existing remote monitoring techniques, balancing practicality and empathy, security and privacy in monitoring, and technology design for Alzheimer’s care. The studies revealed a strong focus on various remote monitoring methods for capturing behavioral, physiological, and environmental data, yet showed a gap in evaluating these methods for patient-caregiver needs, privacy, and usability. Findings also indicated that many studies lacked robust reference standards and did not consistently apply critical appraisal criteria, underlining the need for comprehensive frameworks that better integrate these essential considerations.

CONCLUSIONS

Conclusions: This comprehensive literature review of remote monitoring techniques for Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) patients provides an understanding of remote monitoring techniques, trends, and gaps in the current research and the significance of novel strategies for remote monitoring to enhance patient outcomes and reduce the burden among health professionals and caregivers. The proposed remote monitoring framework aims to inspire the development of new interdisciplinary research models that advance care for AD patients.
Collaborative Data Cleaning Framework: a Pilot Case Study for Machine Learning Development
Authors: Parulian Nikolaus , Ludäscher Bertram
Published: December 2024

This study experiments with collaborative data cleaning, a pivotal phase in data preparation for both analysis and machine learning. We used a provenance Data Cleaning Model (DCM) for multi-user scenarios to track changes on a dataset and conduct comprehensive experiments that simulate multiple data curators working collaboratively on a dataset. Furthermore, we analyzed how different data-cleaning scenarios to improve quality metrics of completeness and correctness of a dataset can affect the downstream machine learning modeling performance.
АКТУАЛЬНЫЕ ВОПРОСЫ ОБЕСПЕЧЕНИЯ ЭЛЕКТРОМАГНИТНОЙ СОВМЕСТИМОСТИ. XIII ВСЕРОССИЙСКАЯ НАУЧНО-ТЕХНИЧЕСКАЯ КОНФЕРЕНЦИЯ «ЭМС»
Authors: Каспарова Е.
Published: December 2024

6–7 июня текущего года в Подмосковье
состоялась очередная XIII Всероссийская научно-
техническая конференция «ЭМС», организованная
АО «ТЕСТПРИБОР» совместно с АО «НПФ «Диполь»
и при участии ГО «НПЦ НАН Беларуси
по материаловедению».
ОПОРНО-ПОВОРОТНЫЕ УСТРОЙСТВА В РАЗЛИЧНЫХ ОТРАСЛЯХ ПРОМЫШЛЕННОСТИ
Authors: Аверичев Д. , Березина Ю.
Published: December 2024

Наиболее распространенные приложения для приводных систем –
различные опорно-поворотные устройства (ОПУ). В российской практике
такие системы часто называют опорными подшипниковыми узлами,
но в статье речь пойдет об устройствах, которые в англоязычной
литературе известны, как Pan&Tilt-устройства. Эти системы
предназначены для перемещения полезной нагрузки с заданными
точностью и угловыми скоростями. Спектр решений на основе таких
устройств весьма широк – от камер уличного наблюдения до систем
лазерной спутниковой связи. Рассмотрим основные виды ОПУ
и компоненты, которые могут входить в их состав.
КАК ВАШ рН? КЛЮЧЕВЫЕ ТРЕБОВАНИЯ И ПОДХОДЫ К ВЫБОРУ ЖИДКОСТЕЙ ДЛЯ ОТМЫВКИ ПЕЧАТНЫХ УЗЛОВ НА рН-НЕЙТРАЛЬНОЙ ОСНОВЕ
Authors: Поцелуев Д.
Published: December 2024

Многообразие компонентной базы, большое количество комбинаций
материалов на печатном узле, повышение требований к надежности
электроники и ряд других факторов определяют специализированные
требования заказчиков к современным технологическим материалам.
В этой статье рассматриваются предпосылки появления
рН-нейтральных отмывочных жидкостей и современные требования
к ним, а также приводится информация об отличительных особенностях
и характеристиках рН-нейтральной жидкости Гидронол® Н18 и опыте
ее применения на российских производствах РЭА.
ЖГУТОВОЙ ЦЕХ: СТАНОК ЧПУ ДЛЯ РАСКЛАДКИ ПРОВОДОВ И ДРУГИЕ ПЕРЕДОВЫЕ РАЗРАБОТКИ
Authors: Фединцева А.
Published: December 2024

Перед ООО «ПРОТЕХ» стоит сложная и объемная задача – укомплектовать
оборудованием новый цех по изготовлению кабельных жгутов для отрасли
ВПК и переработать конструкторскую и технологическую документацию
(КД и ТД) для изготовления жгутов на новом современном оборудовании.
При этом необходимо максимально автоматизировать и ускорить
процесс изготовления, сохранив качество выпускаемой продукции,
а возможно, даже и улучшив его. Но если изучить просторы интернета,
то возникает вопрос, а что же такого особенного планируется разместить
в этом цеху? Ответом на этот вопрос будет предлагаемая статья, в которой
рассматриваются уникальность и особенности нового оборудования,
которое будет установлено в новом цеху.
Apuntes sobre amibiasis pulmonar y bronquial
Authors:   Corporación Universitaria Remington, Vásquez Betancur Tulio
Published: December 2024

El presente facsímil, Apuntes sobre Amibiasis Pulmonar y Bronquial, es el resultado de la rigurosa investigación realizada por Tulio Vásquez Betancur, quien se adentró en un campo tan fascinante, multifacético y, a la vez, complejo dentro de la medicina. Gracias al impulso y la motivación de Mario Vásquez, sobrino del autor, este valioso trabajo se publica para beneficio de toda la comunidad científica y académica.
En estas páginas, se encuentra un exhaustivo trabajo investigativo y de campo que documenta la aparición de esta enfermedad en diversos municipios de Antioquia. A través de la interacción directa con los pacientes, el autor logró analizar a fondo la sintomatología, identificar patrones y plantear posibles tratamientos para abordar la amibiasis pulmonar, una condición poco explorada, pero de gran relevancia médica.
Este facsímil no solo refleja la dedicación del autor a su profesión, sino que también busca aportar conocimiento clave para el diagnóstico y manejo de esta enfermedad, ofreciendo un legado invaluable para las futuras generaciones de investigadores y profesionales de la salud.
Serologic Response to Hepatitis B Vaccination in People Living with HIV in Cali, Colombia
Authors: Muñoz-Solano Lina Marcela , Vera-Polaní Felipe , Acevedo Carlos Alberto , Muñoz-Solan James Enrique , García Martínez Juan Sebastián , Osorio Lyda
Published: December 2024

Introduction: Hepatitis B virus (HBV) and HIV coinfection is common, with reported prevalence of up to 20%. This coinfection is associated with an increased risk of chronicity and complications compared with the general population. HBV vaccination is the cornerstone of prevention; however, people living with HIV (PLWH) exhibit a reduce immune response to the vaccine. The objective of this study was to determine the incidence and factors associated with the lack of seroconversion after HBV vaccination in PLWH in Cali, Colombia.
Materials and methods: This was a retrospective cohort study in two HIV outpatient clinics. We included HIV-confirmed adult patients admitted between 2017 and 2020, with no evidence of HBV infection and with under the protective levels of HBV surface antibodies (anti-HBs < 10 IU/ml) on admission, who received at least one dose of HBV vaccine, and had reported anti-HBs post vaccination. The outcome was lack of seroconversion (anti-HBs < 10 IU/ml post vaccination) Results: Of 512 patients screened, 73.8 % (95 % CI: 73.4–74.2) had anti-HBs < 10 IU/ml on admission of whom 224 were included. The incidence of anti-HBs < 10 IU/ml post vaccination was 39.7% (95% CI: 39.5–39.9). Age (aOR 1.03 95% CI: 1-1.05), CD4 count < 200 cells (aOR 7.8 95% CI: 2–29.8), BMI > 30 kg/m2 (aOR 5.1 95%  CI: 1.9–14.1), and smoking in females (aOR 6.8 95% CI: 1–81) were risk factors for lack of seroconversion.
In contrast, two (aOR 0.2 95% CI: 0.06–0.9) or three (aOR 0.2 95% CI: 0.06–0.6) HBV vaccine doses instead of one were protective. Discussion: A significant proportion of PLWH are eligible for HBV vaccination in Cali. In those who received at least one HBV vaccine dose, the incidence of lack of seroconversion is comparable to reports in Latin America. The factors associated with lack of seroconversion could be considered to adjust the guidelines for HBV vaccination in PLWH in Colombia.
Primeros aislados de Escherichia coli con carbapenemasas tipo OXA 48 en Panamá
Authors: Villarreal Olmedo , González José Anel , Gonzále Anisabel , Zurita Angela
Published: December 2024

La OXA 48, una beta lactamasa de clase D, posee una capacidad de diseminación muy alta, hidroliza los carbapenemicos débilmente; sin embargo, cuando se asocia con otros mecanismos de resistencia como las B lactamasas de espectro extendido (ESBL), AmpC o problemas de impermeabilidad; el nivel de resistencia a cefalosporinas y carbapenemicos es alto. Describimos los primeros aislados de OXA 48 en cepas de Escherichia coli, en un hospital de segundo nivel, de la Ciudad de Panamá. El primer caso reportado, presentaba infección de tejidos blandos, los otros cuatro casos fueron clasificados como colonizados; los pacientes eran diabéticos, e inmunosuprimido por VIH. Es necesario fortalecer la vigilancia de la resistencia a los antimicrobianos, la investigación epidemiológica, y reevaluar los protocolos de atención en las clínicas de heridas; considerar la toma de hisopados rectales para la identificación temprana de pacientes colonizados y así evitar su propagación.
Unknown Article by D.I. Chizhevsky About S.A. Esenin
Authors: Puzatkina Ekaterina I.
Published: December 2024

The article presents the first complete translation of Dmitry Chizhevsky’s unknown article (from German into Russian) about Esenin’s poem “Song About Bread” (1921), published in 1956 in Chizhevsky’s collection of scientific works. The scholar was the first, who started a deep research of the poem, thus emphasizing its special significance. He analyses the principal motifs of the verse: the “suffering,” martyrdom of bread (grain), and the poisoning of people by the venom accumulated in the bread from the cruelty of the torturers. The first motif refers to the traditions of Old Russian literature and medieval Polish and German poetry. The second one, although it has distant analogies in Slavic and Germanic folklore, is more likely an original creation of the poet, who was under deep impression by murder and torture in his own country. Chizhevsky analyses the “liturgical” symbolism of the poem, the peculiarity of its refraction in the spirit of medieval parodies, and the ambiguous riddles of the Old Believers. The scholar shows Esenin’s creative work in the frame of European spiritual culture. He reveals new sources and roots of Esenin’s imagination, making a significant contribution to understanding the philosophy and culture of the great poet.
Participación política de las mujeres en Costa Rica: elecciones municipales 2020-2024
Authors: Espinoza-Herrera Rebeca , García-Chaves Yamileth
Published: December 2024

El objetivo de este artículo es analizar la participación de las mujeres en los puestos de toma de decisión en Alcaldías y Vicealcaldías de los gobiernos locales en las elecciones municipales de los años 2020 y 2024 en Costa Rica. Esta investigación es bibliográfica y exponen hechos que acompañan la participación de la mujer en el ámbito político. También se retoman algunas de las principales brechas de género, acciones afirmativas respecto a las cuotas, principio de paridad, mecanismo de alternancia y el marco normativo nacional e internacional en torno a los derechos políticos de las mujeres. Además, se realizó un análisis de las estadísticas del Tribunal Supremo de Elecciones de Costa Rica en cuanto a las elecciones municipales de los años 2020 y 2024. Dentro de los principales resultados se destaca que, aunque en el 2024 la participación de la mujer en los puestos de alcaldía aumentó respecto al 2020, se mantiene una participación desigual y aún no se cumple con el principio de paridad en las candidaturas. Se concluye que la participación política de las mujeres es un derecho humano trascendental que debe ser respetado, protegido y garantizado por los Estados.
Nós entre as palavras
Authors: Vannucchi Aldo
Published: December 2024

“Desocupado lector”, assim Cervantes iniciou o prólogo do seu saboroso Don Quijote de La Mancha. Imagino do mesmo jeito o eventual leitor desta página e desde já lhe agradeço a gratuita disponibilidade. Em compensação, prometo ser breve.Eu sei que para bom entendedor, meia palavra basta, mas o título deste livro exige justificativa. Não se trata de tratado linguístico. Joga-se aqui com palavras, mas voltadas para um olhar filosófico.Começa com três letras - Nós - que não formam um termo claramente definido. É palavra homógrafa e homófona, mas não homônima. Planta-se aí um pronome pessoal ou um substantivo masculino plural? E “entre as palavras”, o que pode ocorrer?Não há mistério algum. Entre as palavras estamos nós e se dão os nós. Nós somos o que somos e nós são constrangimentos, enroscos, complicações, enredamentos, laços, liames, tudo o que bloqueia, delimita e paralisa a palavra e a vida.
Transforming Inheritance Law in the Digital Era: Challenges, Opportunities, and Adaptive Strategies for Indonesia
Authors: Hardiyansyah Tendri , Djaja Benyy , Sudirman Maman
Published: December 2024

The Fourth Industrial Revolution and Society 5.0 have introduced significant challenges to inheritance law in Indonesia, particularly with the emergence of digital assets that reshape concepts of ownership and inheritance. This research aims to explore the transformation of inheritance law in the digital era, identify challenges and opportunities, and formulate adaptive strategies. The study employs a qualitative approach with a normative and empirical juridical design, involving literature review, in-depth interviews, and focus group discussions. The findings reveal regulatory gaps in accommodating the inheritance of digital assets, complexities arising from the pluralism in inheritance law, and technical and security challenges in digital inheritance. On the other hand, blockchain technology and smart contracts present innovative opportunities. This research recommends a comprehensive revision of the existing legal framework, harmonization of legal pluralism, the adoption of technology within the inheritance system, enhanced digital literacy, and international cooperation to address cross-border issues. In conclusion, transforming inheritance law in the digital era requires a multidisciplinary approach that integrates legal, technological, and socio-cultural aspects to create a system that is adaptive yet grounded in Indonesia's local wisdom.
Tree litter production in coniferous old-growth forests on organic soils
Authors:   Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies, Latvia, Bičkovskis Kārlis ,   Latvian State Forest Research Institute ‘Silava’, Latvia, Samariks Valters ,   Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies, Latvia,   Latvian State Forest Research Institute ‘Silava’, Latvia, Jansons Aris ,   Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies, Latvia,   Latvian State Forest Research Institute ‘Silava’, Latvia
Published: December 2024

Canopy litterfall is a vital component of forest ecosystems, facilitating nutrient and organic carbon transfer to the soil. Understanding litterfall dynamics in forests is crucial for assessing carbon fluxes at the national level and refining carbon balance estimations. However, information about aboveground litterfall dynamics in old-growth forests remains scarce. The aim of the study was to characterize the annual litterfall carbon input in coniferous old-growth forests on drained and undrained organic soils. In total, 12 old-growth Scots pine (Pinus sylvestris L.) and Norway spruce (Picea abies (L.) H. Karst) forests stands with the age range of 146 – 171 years were selected. Using cone-type litter traps, we obtained data on litterfall volumes over a one-year period. Our findings reveal that old-growth forest annual carbon input from litterfall exceeds estimates of mature forest stands aboveground litterfall. In drained sites, mean annual litter carbon input reached 2.80 ± 0.29 t ha⁻¹ yr⁻¹, while in undrained sites, it amounted to 2.17 ± 0.17 t ha⁻¹ yr. Basal area and deadwood showed a close positive correlation with annual litter carbon input, underscoring the peculiarities of late successional forest stand carbon dynamics. Total stand basal area as easily measurable forest inventory parameter was the best predictor of annual litter C input for practical application.
Radial growth response of Japanese walnut (Juglans ailantifolia) to meteorological conditions in Latvia
Authors:   Latvian State Forest Research Institute ‘Silava’, Latvia, Jansone Diāna ,   Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies, Latvia, Matisons Roberts ,   Latvian State Forest Research Institute ‘Silava’, Latvia, Straupe Inga ,   Latvia University of Life Sciences and Technologies, Latvia, Jansons Aris ,   Latvian State Forest Research Institute ‘Silava’, Latvia
Published: December 2024

The introduction of non-native tree species has been used as a climate change mitigation tool. To ensure the anticipated benefits, the analysis of species radial growth reactions to meteorological factors should be carried out. Initially, tree species were introduced to non-native regions as food resources, yet the focus has now shifted towards favourable wood properties and growth rates. This study used tree ring width measurements of Japanese walnut Juglans ailantifolia and climate data to examine the relationships between these variables. A total of 30 trees were sampled from a stand located in the southern part of Latvia. Tree ring width (TRW) was measured, and residual chronology was derived. Pearson correlation analysis was used to detect the correlating meteorological factors, and a linear mixed-effects model was used to detect the key factors. The correlation analysis indicated generally low correlation coefficients between TRW and meteorological factors, primarily correlating with summer precipitation, both the current and preceding summer, highlighting carry-over effects. Furthermore, signature years underscored the negative effect of low temperatures and summer droughts on the radial growth of Japanese walnuts. However, the observed variation in TRW between years, not fully explained by meteorological factors, suggests a dynamic rather than stable relationship.
Saúde mental e bem-estar emocional de professores universitários
Authors: Martínez Marlenis , Bórquez Celia , Huerta Patricio
Published: December 2024

O objetivo da pesquisa centrou-se em analisar a saúde mental e o bem-estar emocional de professores de uma Universidade Privada da região Metropolitana do Chile. O percurso metodológico centrou-se no paradigma quantitativo, sob o desenho não experimental, descritivo, geriu-se uma amostra através de uma fórmula para amostras finitas, com nível de confiança de 95% e margem de erro de 5%. Os dados foram recolhidos através de um questionário estruturado em duas secções: uma escala de saúde mental como o GHQ-12, e uma escala de bem-estar emocional como o PANAS. Entre as principais conclusões está que, embora muitos professores administrem adequadamente as exigências psicológicas do seu trabalho, um quarto deles experimenta dificuldades significativas, o que pode influenciar negativamente o seu desempenho e satisfação no trabalho.
A Study of Students’ Demand and Perception of University Counseling Center: Focusing on the Case of B University in the Non-metropolitan Area
Authors:   The Korean Society for the Study of Local Education Management, Park Jung A
Published: December 2024

The purpose of this study was to focus on college students in their 20s, the best time for preventing, early detecting, treating, and managing mental health problems, and to identify the demand and perception of college students for university counseling centers as a mental health support system. In order to achieve the purpose of the study, an online survey was conducted and analyzed on 1,923 students enrolled in B university in the non-metropolitan area. As a result, nearly 70% of the students knew the name and location of the counseling center. Only 17.4% of the total respondents used the counseling center's services and were somewhat satisfied with the counseling center and its programs. Regarding the future plans to use the counseling center, more than 80% of students said they would try to use the counseling center, but 15.1% said they would not use it at all, because they did not think it would be helpful, did not want to be seen as a problematic person, and were afraid that people around them would know. Career and employment issues were overwhelmingly selected as the topic they wanted to receive help, with female students reporting higher rates and satisfaction levels than male students in all categories. When it comes to improvement requirements for the counseling center, thorough confidentiality was identified as the most important. Based on the results of the study, implications were drawn so that the university counseling centers could actively accept the rapidly changing needs of the times and play a pivotal role and function in promoting the mental health of university students, and follow-up research was suggested.
Analysis of ‘Special Account for Supporting Higher and Lifelong Education’ Policy Using Cooper's 4-dimensional Framework
Authors:   The Korean Society for the Study of Local Education Management, Song Jina , Kim Do-gi
Published: December 2024

This study aims to comprehensively understand and systematically analyze the policy-making process of the 'Special Account for Supporting Higher and Lifelong Education' by taking a multi-dimensional approach. To achieve the research objectives, various materials such as national laws and regulations, government policy documents, press releases, research papers, and internet portal articles were collected. The multidimensional policy analysis model of Cooper et al. was utilized to analyze it in normative, structural, constituent, and technical dimensions.
First, at the normative level, the Special Account was promoted with the goals of optimizing education finance and supporting university innovation. Second, structurally, the Special Account was influenced by institutional structures such as tuition freezes and the vulnerability of higher education financing. Third, in terms of its constituent dimension, the policy-making process of the Special Account revealed interactions among the central and local governments, higher education institutions, and elementary, secondary, and middle education institutions. Fourth, the technical dimension discussed the adoption of a temporary operation and funding method as a compromise, and it highlighted that the government's vision was being realized through the budget size and utilization process. Additionally, the urgency of policy evaluation for securing sustainable higher education funding was emphasized. Based on the findings, it is suggested that establishing a long-term financing measure, such as a Higher Education Finance Grant, is essential to enhance the stability and predictability of higher education funding.
Evaluation of boarding-type high school policy based on the CIPP Evaluation Model
Authors:   The Korean Society for the Study of Local Education Management, Son Pan-Yl
Published: December 2024

This study examines how the boarding-type high school policy has changed (policy change analysis), and analyzes and presents the operational performance based on the CIPP evaluation model proposed by Stufflebeam. To this end, related prior research and data analysis were conducted, and operational performance was analyzed by conducting a survey of teachers in boarding high schools.
As a research method, questionnaires and literature studies were used, and as a result of a survey of boarding high school teachers, most of the teachers responded positively to the boarding high school. Looking at the survey by area, there was no significant difference in the level of perception of teachers by establishment and region in the context and output areas. There was no significant difference by establishment in the input and process areas, but there was a significant difference by region. In terms of educational performance of boarding-type high schools, it was found that boarding-type high schools had a significant positive effect on students in terms of students' academic satisfaction, trust and belief in school education, personality, and lifestyle.
1. Improving Care and Promoting Health in Populations: Standards of Care in Diabetes—2025
Authors:   American Diabetes Association Professional Practice Committee, ElSayed Nuha A. , McCoy Rozalina G. , Aleppo Grazia , Balapattabi Kirthikaa , Beverly Elizabeth A. , Briggs Early Kathaleen , Bruemmer Dennis , Ebekozien Osagie , Echouffo-Tcheugui Justin B. , Ekhlaspour Laya , Garg Rajesh , Khunti Kamlesh , Lal Rayhan , Lingvay Ildiko , Matfin Glenn , Pandya Naushira , Pekas Elizabeth J. , Pilla Scott J. , Polsky Sarit , Segal Alissa R. , Seley Jane Jeffrie , Stanton Robert C. , Bannuru Raveendhara R.
Published: December 2024

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) “Standards of Care in Diabetes” includes the ADA’s current clinical practice recommendations and is intended to provide the components of diabetes care, general treatment goals and guidelines, and tools to evaluate quality of care. Members of the ADA Professional Practice Committee, an interprofessional expert committee, are responsible for updating the Standards of Care annually, or more frequently as warranted. For a detailed description of ADA standards, statements, and reports, as well as the evidence-grading system for ADA’s clinical practice recommendations and a full list of Professional Practice Committee members, please refer to Introduction and Methodology. Readers who wish to comment on the Standards of Care are invited to do so at professional.diabetes.org/SOC.
2. Diagnosis and Classification of Diabetes: Standards of Care in Diabetes—2025
Authors:   American Diabetes Association Professional Practice Committee, ElSayed Nuha A. , McCoy Rozalina G. , Aleppo Grazia , Balapattabi Kirthikaa , Beverly Elizabeth A. , Briggs Early Kathaleen , Bruemmer Dennis , Ebekozien Osagie , Echouffo-Tcheugui Justin B. , Ekhlaspour Laya , Gaglia Jason L. , Garg Rajesh , Khunti Kamlesh , Lal Rayhan , Lingvay Ildiko , Matfin Glenn , Pandya Naushira , Pekas Elizabeth J. , Pilla Scott J. , Polsky Sarit , Segal Alissa R. , Seley Jane Jeffrie , Selvin Elizabeth , Stanton Robert C. , Bannuru Raveendhara R.
Published: December 2024

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) “Standards of Care in Diabetes” includes the ADA’s current clinical practice recommendations and is intended to provide the components of diabetes care, general treatment goals and guidelines, and tools to evaluate quality of care. Members of the ADA Professional Practice Committee, an interprofessional expert committee, are responsible for updating the Standards of Care annually, or more frequently as warranted. For a detailed description of ADA standards, statements, and reports, as well as the evidence-grading system for ADA’s clinical practice recommendations and a full list of Professional Practice Committee members, please refer to Introduction and Methodology. Readers who wish to comment on the Standards of Care are invited to do so at professional.diabetes.org/SOC.
6. Glycemic Goals and Hypoglycemia: Standards of Care in Diabetes—2025
Authors:   American Diabetes Association Professional Practice Committee, ElSayed Nuha A. , McCoy Rozalina G. , Aleppo Grazia , Balapattabi Kirthikaa , Beverly Elizabeth A. , Early Briggs , Bruemmer Dennis , Echouffo-Tcheugui Justin B. , Ekhlaspour Laya , Garg Rajesh , Khunti Kamlesh , Lal Rayhan , Lingvay Ildiko , Matfin Glenn , Pandya Naushira , Pekas Elizabeth J. , Pilla Scott J. , Polsky Sarit , Segal Alissa R. , Seley Jane Jeffrie , Selvin Elizabeth , Stanton Robert C. , Bannuru Raveendhara R.
Published: December 2024

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) “Standards of Care in Diabetes” includes the ADA’s current clinical practice recommendations and is intended to provide the components of diabetes care, general treatment goals and guidelines, and tools to evaluate quality of care. Members of the ADA Professional Practice Committee, an interprofessional expert committee, are responsible for updating the Standards of Care annually, or more frequently as warranted. For a detailed description of ADA standards, statements, and reports, as well as the evidence-grading system for ADA’s clinical practice recommendations and a full list of Professional Practice Committee members, please refer to Introduction and Methodology. Readers who wish to comment on the Standards of Care are invited to do so at professional.diabetes.org/SOC.
10. Cardiovascular Disease and Risk Management: Standards of Care in Diabetes—2025
Authors:   American Diabetes Association Professional Practice Committee, ElSayed Nuha A. , McCoy Rozalina G. , Aleppo Grazia , Balapattabi Kirthikaa , Beverly Elizabeth A. , Briggs Early Kathaleen , Bruemmer Dennis , Das Sandeep R. , Echouffo-Tcheugui Justin B. , Ekhlaspour Laya , Garg Rajesh , Khunti Kamlesh , Kosiborod Mikhail N. , Lal Rayhan , Lingvay Ildiko , Matfin Glenn , Pandya Naushira , Pekas Elizabeth J. , Pilla Scott J. , Polsky Sarit , Segal Alissa R. , Seley Jane Jeffrie , Stanton Robert C. , Bannuru Raveendhara R.
Published: December 2024

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) “Standards of Care in Diabetes” includes the ADA’s current clinical practice recommendations and is intended to provide the components of diabetes care, general treatment goals and guidelines, and tools to evaluate quality of care. Members of the ADA Professional Practice Committee, an interprofessional expert committee, are responsible for updating the Standards of Care annually, or more frequently as warranted. For a detailed description of ADA standards, statements, and reports, as well as the evidence-grading system for ADA’s clinical practice recommendations and a full list of Professional Practice Committee members, please refer to Introduction and Methodology. Readers who wish to comment on the Standards of Care are invited to do so at professional.diabetes.org/SOC.
THP-1-Derived Dendritic Cells: A Rapid and Reproducible In Vitro Model for Phagocytosis Assays Involving Tumor Cells
Authors: PS Cunegundes , JG de Souza , DS Oliveira , MM de Souza , MP AlvarezFlores , RN Gomes , TC de Melo , AM Chudzinski-Tavassi
Published: December 2024

Dendritic cells (DCs) play a vital role in antigen-specific adaptive immunity by serving as sentinels, recognizing and presenting
specific pathogenic peptides. Herein, we developed a novel approach for obtaining immature DCs from THP-1 cells. We
observed that THP-1-derived DCs express the classical markers CD11c and CD-209 and that their morphology is comparable
with that of DCs. Furthermore, THP-1-derived DCs responded to lipopolysaccharides, as demonstrated by the high expression
of the costimulatory molecules CD80, CD86, and CD83. Morphological changes were characterized by longer dendrites, and
the inflammatory cytokines IL-6, TNF-α, IL-1β, MIP-1α, MIP-1β, and VEGF were released. Moreover, in THP-1-derived DCs,
the transcription factors NF-ƙB, STAT1, MYD88, and MDA5 were upregulated. Lastly, these cells removed tumor cell-derived
apoptotic bodies via phagocytosis. In summary, we presented a powerful, rapid, and reproducible method to generate THP-1-
derived functional DCs, reinforcing THP-1 as a model for in vitro studies and an alternative strategy for using Mo-DCs.
CABINS: ARCHITECTURAL ASPECTS OF MODULAR RESIDENTIAL AND RECREATIONAL
BUILDINGS
Authors:   Department of Architectural
            Environment Design,Lviv Polytechnic National University, Kubai Roman , Kubai Dzvenyslava ,   Department of Architectural
            Environment Design, Lviv Polytechnic National University
Published: December 2024

The article examines the trends in the formation of the architecture of
residential and recreational cabins. Constructive and design features of various types
of modular architectural solutions are highlighted. The work describes the main
philosophical ideas and their implementation in this type of housing. On the examples of
many works, the positive and negative aspects of the design of prefab housing in the
environment and the impact it has on the environment are described. The demand for
cabins has skyrocketed over the past few years due to their simplistic and minimalist
design. Cabins have long been used as simple, easy-to-build shelters that offer a great
way to connect with nature. The idea of going back to nature is becoming more and more
common today, when what remains of wild nature is seriously threatened by urbanization
or the substances that "modern" life puts into the air and water. When excess
and "luxury" are the driving forces of some societies, more and more people
feel the need to scale back to the absolute minimum, live facing the rising sun, or hear
the sounds of nature every day. Cabins can vary widely in design, location, materials,
and utility. While classic designs such as post and beam, full beam and timber frame are
still quite popular, modern prefab cabins are gaining in popularity. The modular
approach in these structures allows you to arrange cabins according to needs. With the
economic upheaval and the revision of the consumer model of society by many people,
cabins are also popular because they represent the search for a less burdensome and less
destructive way of life.
BIOPHILIC DESIGN: THE PATH TO THE RESTORATION AND SUSTAINABLE FUTURE OF UKRAINIAN
CITIES
Authors:   Department of Design and
            Fundamentals of Architecture National University, Kulyk Khrystyna ,   Lviv
            Polytechnic
Published: December 2024

The article examines the relevance of the biophilic approach in the process of
rebuilding the urban environment in Ukraine after the war. Biophilic design, which
involves the integration of natural elements into architectural solutions, is becoming
an important tool not only for creating sustainable and ecologically balanced cities,
but also for improving the psychological health of residents. Considering the
destruction caused by the war and the future challenges of urban reconstruction, a
biophilic approach can contribute not only to ecological regeneration, but also to the
creation of a comfortable environment that will contribute to the social regeneration of
the population. Considerable attention is paid in the article to the analysis of the
advantages of biophilic design for the reconstruction of Ukrainian cities, especially
those that have suffered destruction due to military actions. It has been studied how
natural elements can help reduce stress, improve the physical and mental health of
people who have survived the war. In addition, the biophilic approach has an important
economic effect due to the reduction of energy consumption and the use of natural
resources in the design, which will help to create sustainable cities of the future. The
article also offers practical recommendations for the integration of biophilia in the
process of reconstruction of destroyed cities, analyzing successful international
examples of post-war reconstruction based on the biophilia approach. The main challenges
that may arise during the implementation of this approach in the Ukrainian context and
possible ways to overcome them are identified. In the end, a conclusion was made about
the importance of biophilic design as a tool for creating environmentally sustainable,
socially comfortable and psychologically healthy cities in Ukraine after the end of the
war.