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How a National Organization Works in Partnership With People Who Have Lived Experience in Mental Health Improvement Programs: Protocol for an Exploratory Case Study
Authors: Robertson Ciara , Hibberd Carina , Shepherd Ashley , Johnston Gordon
Published: March 2024

Background

This is a research proposal for a case study to explore how a national organization works in partnership with people with lived experience in national mental health improvement programs. Quality improvement is considered a key solution to addressing challenges within health care, and in Scotland, there are significant efforts to use quality improvement as a means of improving health and social care delivery. In 2016, Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS) established the improvement hub, whose purpose is to lead national improvement programs that use a range of approaches to support teams and services. Working in partnership with people with lived experience is recognized as a key component of such improvement work. There is, however, little understanding of how this is manifested in practice in national organizations. To address gaps in evidence and strengthen a consistent approach, a greater understanding is required to improve partnership working.

Objective

The aim of this study is to better understand how a national organization works in partnership with people who have lived experience with improvement programs in mental health services, exploring people’s experiences of partnership working in a national organization. An exploratory case study approach will be used to address the research questions in relation to the Personality Disorder (PD) Improvement Programme: (1) How is partnership working described in the PD Improvement Programme? (2) How is partnership working manifested in practice in the PD Improvement Programme? and (3) What factors influence partnership working in the PD Improvement Programme?

Methods

An exploratory case study approach will be used in relation to the PD Improvement Programme, led by HIS. This research will explore how partnership working with people with lived experience is described and manifested in practice, outlining factors influencing partnership working. Data will be gathered from various qualitative sources, and analysis will deepen an understanding of partnership working.

Results

This study is part of a clinical doctorate program at the University of Stirling and is unfunded. Data collection was completed in October 2023; analysis is expected to be completed and results will be published in January 2025.

Conclusions

This study will produce new knowledge on ways of working with people with lived experience and will have practical implications for all improvement-focused interventions. Although the main focus of the study is on national improvement programs, it is anticipated that this study will contribute to the understanding of how all national public service organizations work in partnership with people with lived experience of mental health care.

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DERR1-10.2196/51779
Practice Standards in International Medical Departments of Public Academic Hospitals in China: Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Zhou Yaxu , Zhou Ying , Xu Di , Min Jie , Du Yu , Duan Qi , Bao Wen , Sun Yingying , Xi Huiqin , Wang Chunming , Bischof Evelyne
Published: March 2024

Background

Improving health care in cities with a diverse, international population is crucial for ensuring health equity, particularly for foreigners facing challenges due to cultural and language barriers. This situation is especially relevant in China, a major destination for expatriates and travelers, where optimizing health care services and incorporating international standards in the public sector are vital. Achieving this involves understanding the operational details, cultural and linguistic nuances, and advancing medical digitalization. A strategic approach focusing on cultural competence and awareness of health care systems is essential for effectively navigating health care for foreigners and expatriates in China.

Objective

The aim of this study was to perform an in-depth analysis of the subjective and objective experiences of local and international patients in public hospitals in China to provide a basis for enhancing the medical experience of all patients.

Methods

A structured questionnaire was provided to patients at an international outpatient service of a top-tier university hospital in China. Qualitative analysis of the survey responses was performed to methodically categorize and analyze medical treatment, focusing on patient demand and satisfaction across four main category elements (“high demand, high satisfaction”; “high demand, low satisfaction”; “low demand, high satisfaction”; and “low demand, low satisfaction”), enabling a detailed cross-sectional analysis to identify areas for improvement.

Results

Elements falling under “high demand, high satisfaction” for both Chinese and international patients were primarily in the realms of medical quality and treatment processes. In contrast, elements identified as “high demand, low satisfaction” were significantly different between the two patient groups.

Conclusions

The findings highlight the importance of systematic, objective research in advancing the quality of international health care services within China’s leading academic medical centers. Key to this improvement is rigorous quality control involving both patients and providers. This study highlights the necessity of certifying such centers and emphasizes the role of digital platforms in disseminating information about medical services. This strategy is expected to cater to diverse patient needs, enhancing the overall patient experience. Furthermore, by developing comprehensive diagnosis and treatment services and highlighting the superior quality and costs associated with international health care, these efforts aim to foster a sense of belonging among international patients and increase the attractiveness of China’s medical services for this demographic.
Temporal Trends of Asthma Among Children in the Western Pacific Region From 1990 to 2045: Longitudinal Observational Study (Preprint)
Authors: Yang Cheng-hao , Li Xin-yu , Lv Jia-jie , Hou Meng-jie , Zhang Ru-hong , Guo Hong , Feng Chu
Published: March 2024

BACKGROUND

Asthma has become one of the most common chronic conditions worldwide, especially among children. Recent findings show that the prevalence of childhood asthma has increased by 12.6% over the past 30 years, with >262 million people currently affected globally. The reasons for the growing asthma epidemic remain complex and multifactorial.

OBJECTIVE

This study aims to provide an up-to-date analysis of the changing global and regional asthma prevalence, mortality, disability, and risk factors among children aged <20 years by leveraging the latest data from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019. Findings from this study can help inform priority areas for intervention to alleviate the rising burden of childhood asthma globally.

METHODS

The study used data from the Global Burden of Disease Study 2019, concentrating on children aged 0 to 14 years with asthma. We conducted an in-depth analysis of asthma, including its age-standardized prevalence, incidence, mortality, and disability-adjusted life years (DALYs), across diverse demographics, such as region, age, sex, and sociodemographic index, spanning 1990 to 2019. We also projected the future burden of the disease.

RESULTS

Overall, in the Western Pacific Region, the age-standardized prevalence rate of asthma among children increased slightly, from 3898.4 cases per 100,000 people in 1990 to 3924 per 100,000 in 2019. The age-standardized incidence rate of asthma also increased slightly, from 979.2 to 994.9 per 100,000. In contrast, the age-standardized death rate of asthma decreased from 0.9 to 0.4 per 100,000 and the age-standardized DALY rate decreased from 234.9 to 189.7 per 100,000. At the country level, Japan experienced a considerable decrease in the age-standardized prevalence rate of asthma among children, from 6669.1 per 100,000 in 1990 to 5071.5 per 100,000 in 2019. Regarding DALYs, Japan exhibited a notable reduction, from 300.6 to 207.6 per 100,000. Malaysia also experienced a DALY rate reduction, from 188.4 to 163.3 per 100,000 between 1990 and 2019. We project that the burden of disease in countries other than Japan and the Philippines will remain relatively stable up to 2045.

CONCLUSIONS

The study indicates an increase in the prevalence and incidence of pediatric asthma, coupled with a decrease in mortality and DALYs in the Western Pacific Region between 1990 and 2019. These intricate phenomena appear to result from a combination of lifestyle shifts, environmental influences, and barriers to health care access. The findings highlight that nations such as Japan have achieved notable success in managing asthma. Overall, the study identified areas of improvement in view of persistent disease burden, underscoring the need for comprehensive collaborative efforts to mitigate the impact of pediatric asthma throughout the region.
Opening the contextual black box: A case for idiographic experience sampling of context for clinical applications (Preprint)
Authors: von Klipstein Lino , Stadel Marie , Bos Fionneke M. , Bringmann Laura F. , Riese Harriëtte , Servaas Michelle N.
Published: March 2024

UNSTRUCTURED

The experience sampling method (ESM) is increasingly used as a clinical tool in mental health care. Currently, ESM studies pay relatively little attention to assessing contextual factors, such as a person’s experience and perception of events, activities, and social interactions. This has been referred to as the 'contextual black box’. However, personalized context information is essential for applications in clinical settings to gain insight in triggering and maintaining factors of psychopathology. Typically, ESM context items are designed for nomothetic research questions, to capture broad factors that are shared across individuals, such as ‘unpleasant events’. We provide an overview of such items and argue that they have limited clinical utility. We instead propose an idiographic approach to ESM context assessment to obtain more specific and personalized information about individual clients. In the current manuscript, we outline three idiographic ESM techniques to context assessment with clinical potential. First, we illustrate qualitative ESM items that prompt clients to fill in text, such as a description of a specific unpleasant event they experienced. Second, we describe personalized response options and self-learning items that ask clients to define personally relevant response categories, such as types of events the client finds unpleasant. Third, we describe personalized ESM items that client and clinician select or formulate together for concepts of interest. We discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the idiographic approach. Additionally, we suggest future directions for clinical research aiming to address the ‘contextual black box’ and enhance the potential of ESM in mental health care.
Advancing Mental Health Diagnostics: A Novel Deep Learning Approach to Vocal Biomarker Identification for Stress Detection in a Korean Population (Preprint)
Authors: Kim Jeong-Hyun , Namkung Junghyun , Kim Seok Min , Cho Won Ik , Yoo So Young , Min Beomjun , Lee Sang Yool , Lee Ji-Hye , Yun Je-Yeon , Kim Nam Soo
Published: March 2024

BACKGROUND

Escalating mental health concerns exacerbated by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and rapid societal shifts have made efficient monitoring of mental stress crucial. Chronic mental stress affects physical and psychological health, necessitating timely identification and intervention

OBJECTIVE

To explore the viability of vocal biomarkers in detecting stress levels among healthy Korean employees and to contribute to digital healthcare solutions.

METHODS

A multicenter clinical trial was conducted by collecting voice recordings of 113 healthy Korean employees under relaxed and stress-induced conditions. A deep learning architecture used for speaker identification was employed to develop stress prediction scores

RESULTS

The proposed model demonstrated an accuracy of 70% for stress detection. This highlights the potential of vocal biomarkers in digital healthcare to offer a convenient and effective means for individuals to self-monitor and manage their stress levels.

CONCLUSIONS

These findings underscore the potential of voice-based mental stress assessment among Koreans, emphasizing the importance of research on vocal biomarkers across linguistic demographics
Modern paradigm in the diagnosis of cystic diseases of the kidneys
Authors: Krasiuk I.V. , Denova L.D. , Karpenko O.V.
Published: March 2024

Cystic diseases of the kidneys are a fairly common pathology, which has a negative impact on the course of underlying disease affecting the kidneys, or even being the primary renal pathology. The purpose of this review is to analyze the latest literature data on the etiology, pathogenesis, and diagnosis of cystic kidney diseases. This article highlights some aspects of the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of cystic kidney diseases in order to deepen knowledge about this pathology. Important nuances of ultrasound diagnosis of cystic kidney diseases are discussed. Modern equipment allows diagnosing almost all variants of cystic kidney disease. Training in ultrasound examination or at least knowledge of sonographic interpretation should be part of training in nephro­logy.
Compiling Quantum Circuits for Dynamically Field-Programmable Neutral Atoms Array Processors
Authors: Tan Daniel Bochen , Bluvstein Dolev , Lukin Mikhail D. , Cong Jason
Published: March 2024

Dynamically field-programmable qubit arrays (DPQA) have recently emerged as a promising platform for quantum information processing. In DPQA, atomic qubits are selectively loaded into arrays of optical traps that can be reconfigured during the computation itself. Leveraging qubit transport and parallel, entangling quantum operations, different pairs of qubits, even those initially far away, can be entangled at different stages of the quantum program execution. Such reconfigurability and non-local connectivity present new challenges for compilation, especially in the layout synthesis step which places and routes the qubits and schedules the gates. In this paper, we consider a DPQA architecture that contains multiple arrays and supports 2D array movements, representing cutting-edge experimental platforms. Within this architecture, we discretize the state space and formulate layout synthesis as a satisfiability modulo theories problem, which can be solved by existing solvers optimally in terms of circuit depth. For a set of benchmark circuits generated by random graphs with complex connectivities, our compiler OLSQ-DPQA reduces the number of two-qubit entangling gates on small problem instances by 1.7x compared to optimal compilation results on a fixed planar architecture. To further improve scalability and practicality of the method, we introduce a greedy heuristic inspired by the iterative peeling approach in classical integrated circuit routing. Using a hybrid approach that combined the greedy and optimal methods, we demonstrate that our DPQA-based compiled circuits feature reduced scaling overhead compared to a grid fixed architecture, resulting in 5.1X less two-qubit gates for 90 qubit quantum circuits. These methods enable programmable, complex quantum circuits with neutral atom quantum computers, as well as informing both future compilers and future hardware choices.
Basic quantum subroutines: finding multiple marked elements and summing numbers
Authors: van Apeldoorn Joran , Gribling Sander , Nieuwboer Harold
Published: March 2024

We show how to find allkmarked elements in a list of sizeNusing the optimal numberO(Nk)of quantum queries and only a polylogarithmic overhead in the gate complexity, in the setting where one has a small quantum memory. Previous algorithms either incurred a factorkoverhead in the gate complexity, or had an extra factorlog⁡(k)in the query complexity.We then consider the problem of finding a multiplicativeδ-approximation ofs=∑i=1Nviwherev=(vi)∈[0,1]N, given quantum query access to a binary description ofv. We give an algorithm that does so, with probability at least1−ρ, usingO(Nlog⁡(1/ρ)/δ)quantum queries (under mild assumptions onρ). This quadratically improves the dependence on1/δandlog⁡(1/ρ)compared to a straightforward application of amplitude estimation. To obtain the improvedlog⁡(1/ρ)dependence we use the first result.
Transformations in quantum networks via local operations assisted by finitely many rounds of classical communication
Authors: Spee Cornelia , Kraft Tristan
Published: March 2024

Recent advances have led towards first prototypes of quantum networks in which entanglement is distributed by sources producing bipartite entangled states. This raises the question of which states can be generated in quantum networks based on bipartite sources using local operations and classical communication. In this work, we study state transformations under finite rounds of local operations and classical communication (LOCC) in networks based on maximally entangled two-qubit states. We first derive the symmetries for arbitrary network structures, as these determine which transformations are possible. Then, we show that contrary to tree graphs, for which it has already been shown that any state within the same entanglement class can be reached, there exist states which can be reached probabilistically but not deterministically if the network contains a cycle. Furthermore, we provide a systematic way to determine states which are not reachable in networks consisting of a cycle. Moreover, we provide a complete characterization of the states which can be reached in a cycle network with a protocol where each party measures only once, and each step of the protocol results in a deterministic transformation. Finally, we present an example which cannot be reached with such a simple protocol, and constitutes, up to our knowledge, the first example of a LOCC transformation among fully entangled states requiring three rounds of classical communication.
Informações básicas para atuação do médico veterinário de acordo com a Lei n°17.640/23
Authors:   , Camargo Heloísa Thomazette Bianchini de
Published: March 2024

O convívio e a familiaridade entre humanos e animais datam de muito antes do início do processo civilizatório, e tal interação acarretou amplamente em diversos benefícios, para os quais foram também atribuídas interações negativas, expressamente entre humanos e animais, manifestadas por meio de abusos e maus-tratos. Como justificativa a estes comportamentos, é tido como indicativo uma possível relação de violência doméstica contra a mulher, um idoso ou uma criança. O objetivo deste estudo é, portanto, reunir informações e propor a temática de um treinamento que prepare o médico veterinário para atuar na Lei n°17.640/23. É necessário reforçar o papel do médico veterinário dentro deste contexto, uma vez que é pouco difundida a sua real importância e atuação nesses casos. É também responsabilidade do médico veterinário a contribuição para a preservação da harmonia na relação tutor-animal, utilizando da perícia como oportunidade de conseguir acesso às condições dos cuidados fornecidos aos animais e ao ambiente sociofamiliar, visando detectar situações de vulnerabilidade social.
COVID-19 pandemic and manufacturing sector: An evaluation of coping strategies
Authors: Nguyen Duc Kien , Nguyen Cong Dinh , Nguyen Thai Phan
Published: March 2024

This study investigates the adoption and impact of coping strategies within the manufacturing sector in the context of pandemic disruptions. Utilizing the multinomial endogenous treatment effects model, we accounted for potential selection biases in our analysis of a comprehensive dataset comprising 29,443 Vietnamese manufacturing firms. The most prevalent coping strategy was the pursuit of new markets, adopted by approximately 27.9 percent of the firms surveyed. Notably, a significant proportion of firms had not yet implemented any coping strategies to mitigate the effects of the pandemic. Our findings indicate a varied degree of effectiveness among the coping strategies in enhancing revenue outcomes. Strategies such as the promotion of e-commerce and the exploration of new output markets yielded positive impacts on firm performance, with increases of 7.82 percent and 0.16 percent, respectively. Conversely, other strategies demonstrated relatively lower effectiveness. This underscores the necessity for additional research to elucidate the role of government support programs and policies in facilitating the adoption of effective coping strategies (Huang et al., 2021), thereby enabling manufacturing firms to maintain operational resilience in the face of potential future disruptions.
Comprehensive optimization of selective laser melting process parameters for microstructure, density, hardness, and tribological performance of pure copper
Authors: Özkan Burcu , Dilsiz Yusuf , Küçükelyas Burak , Sever Ahmet , Bademlioğlu Ali , Kaboğlu Cihan , Uzunsoy Deniz
Published: March 2024

This study is concerned with the optimisation of the processing parameters for the selective laser melting (SLM) of pure copper. The influence of these parameters on the microstructure, density and mechanical properties of copper samples produced by SLM is investigated in detail. Taguchi analysis is used to assess the importance of key building parameters including layer thickness, laser spot size and hatch distance on density. In addition, ANOVA is used to describe the contribution of each parameter to the density. The results reveal that layer thickness is the most effective parameter on density with an impact rate of 88.86%. Contrary to this situation, it appears that the effect of laser spot size and hatch distance on the density is quite limited, with an impact rate of 2.57% and 0.10%, respectively. Optimum results, including a relative density of 95.4% and a hardness of 63 HV, are achieved under specific parameters: a layer thickness of 0.03 mm, a hatch distance of 110 mm and a laser spot size of 70 ?m. This study provides a valuable insight into SLM processing of pure copper and offers practical recommendations for optimising the parameters used.
Bulgarians, Serbs, and the Rus in the Central Balkans in Byzantine historical narratives (late 10th - mid-13th century): The view from Constantinople
Authors: Nikolic Maja , Pavlovic Bojana
Published: March 2024

This paper analyzes the information provided in the Byzantine historical narratives composed between the end of the 10th and mid-13th century on Bulgarians, Serbs and the Rus as these peoples permanently settled or just temporarily resided in the area of the Central Balkans. This paper attempts to show how the Byzantine historiography of the mentioned period presented the peoples in question.
Covid-19 Sürecinde Güvenli Hizmet Programı’nda Turistlerin Gelecekteki Otel Seçim Davranışlarının İncelenmesi: Bursa İli Örneği
Authors: Kılınç Edanur , Bulgan Gülay
Published: March 2024

2019 yılında ortaya çıkan Covid-19 virüsü, küresel alanda bir sağlık krizinin yaşanmasına neden olmuştur. Dünya üzerinde yaşanan bu sağlık krizi turizm sektörünü de etkisi alarak olumsuz etkilemiştir. Nitekim yaşanan sağlık krizinin bir fırsat yaratacağı öngörülerek Türkiye’de Güvenli Hizmet Programı geliştirilip, dünya turizminde bir örnek teşkil etmesi sağlanmıştır. Bu araştırmada Covid-19 sürecinde Güvenli Hizmet Sertifikası ve Sosyal Değişim Teorisi temel alınarak Bursa ilini ziyaret eden turistlerin gelecekteki otel seçim davranışlarının değerlendirilmesi amaçlanmıştır. Araştırmada nicel araştırma yöntemi kullanılmış ve veri toplamada anket tekniğinden yararlanılmıştır. Araştırmanın evrenini Bursa’yı ziyaret eden turistler oluşturmaktadır. Araştırmada tesadüfi olmayan kolayda örnekleme yöntemi kullanılmış ve araştırma 430 turist üzerinde gerçekleştirilmiştir. Araştırmada nicel araştırma yöntemlerine ait frekans, açımlayıcı faktör, korelasyon ve çoklu regresyon analizlerinden yararlanılmıştır. Araştırma sonucunda hijyen kontrolü, self servis teknolojisi, sağlık tedbirleri, stres ve aşı faktörlerinin turistlerin gelecekteki otel seçim davranışlarını olumlu yönde etkilediği tespit edilmiştir. Gerçekleştirilen bu araştırmanın Türkiye’de uygulanan Güvenli Hizmet Programı’na katkı sağlayacağı düşünülmektedir.
Terms of exclusion or limitation of contractual liability under English civil law
Authors: Hasneziri Luan
Published: March 2024

English contract law pays great attention to the terms of exclusion or limitation of contractual liability that the parties may provide in a contract. This is due to the fact that these terms can be considered as a social problem, since they are a means by which the contracting parties seek to avoid liability for non-fulfillment of contractual obligations. In this sense, these terms constitute an easy way for the contracting party, which is stronger, to exclude itself from liability to the other party. This is especially true in consumer related contracts.

The purpose of this paper is to address how these terms are regulated by doctrine and jurisprudence in England. This paper consists of two main cases. In the first case, the content and features of the terms of exclusion or limitation of contractual liability will be analyzed according to common law or judicial practice in England. It is understood that in this case, at the center of attention will be the analysis of the decisions of courts of different levels or the analysis of judicial precedents, since it is the latter that gives the meaning and content of these terms.

In the second case, the terms of exclusion or limitation of contractual liability will be analyzed in general, according to the English law: “The Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977”. Here we will specifically analyze the reasons that drove the legislators in England to pass this law, as well as address some of the main provisions of this law, as well as the impact they have had on judicial practice. Also, special attention will be paid to the cases of English judicial practice in relation to the correct and exact meaning of the concrete provisions of this law.
EU legal Person Double Taxation Laws and Structures
Authors: Henris Balliu Dr. , Erisa Xhixho Dr.
Published: March 2024

The United Nations Conference and Trade Development (2000) explains that double taxation has caused the occurrence of jurisdictional vacuums as well as conflicts. This is because most nations lack the necessary definitions of income classification. Thus leads to a person being considered as a resident by two or more states by virtue of the divergent perspectives held by the states involved. Such situations are common among people who maintain habitual abodes and conduct professional activities in 2 or more nations. It is also the case for entities operating in 2 or more nations (United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, 2000). Take, for example, a firm may be incorporated under the laws of Germany, which will determine residence by exploring the place of incorporation. In the same manner, the firm might be effectively managed and controlled from France, which determines the residence by exploring the place of management. The company would be required to meet the residence test in both France and Germany. This will ergo lead to it being taxed as a resident.

Likewise, the existence of a jurisdictional vacuum allows two states to tax the same item of income by their own definition if they think that the item arises from sources within their territories. The United Nations Conference and Trade Development (2000) indicate that such definitions cause mismatches in the timing of income recognition and accounting standards. The occurrences are mostly classified as either economic or judicial.

The topic on how to avoid double taxation is explored by Radu (2012), who notes that unilateral or international schemes can be put in place. The unilateral measures are often determined by the choices of economic policy. For instance, a nation which exports capital will exempt the foreign source income from their trade agreements so as to avoid being in a competitive disadvantage in third-country markets. The capital importing nations will exclude interest remunerating bank deposits for the non-residents in order to attract capital and improve on foreign direct investment (Radu, 2012; Barbuta-Misu & Tudor, 2009). The unilateral restraint measures are thus dictated by the restrictions which are imposed by a nation outside its own territory.
Responses to Climate Factors in the Radial Growth of Schrenk Spruce (Picea Schrenkiana) in the Yili Region, Northwest China
Authors: Liu Kexiang , Zhang Tongwen , Zhang Ruibo , Qin Li , Yu Shulong , Jiang Shengxia , Fan Yuting
Published: March 2024

To examine the associations existing between elevation and tree growth, tree-ring width chronologies of Schrenk spruce (Picea schrenkiana) were developed from sampling sites at different elevations in the Wusun Mountain, Yili region, Xinjiang, northwest China. The radial growth of high-elevation trees was observed to be primarily influenced by meteorological factors in the non-growth season of the previous year. The radial growth of mid-elevation trees was mainly affected by temperature. The radial growth of low-elevation trees was mainly affected by both temperature and relative humidity. About climate change, the radial growth of Schrenk spruce at different elevations showed a non-uniform response to climate variables. Under the condition of intensified drought stress in the future, the forest ecosystem is likely to be greatly affected, and the radial growth of Schrenk spruce at low elevations will be especially inhibited.
Host status and susceptibility of Cannabis sativa cultivars to root-knot nematodes
Authors: Coburn J. , Desaeger J.
Published: March 2024

Root-knot nematode host status of hemp cultivars of different uses (fiber, dual, CBD/CBG) and from different regions (Europe, China, US) were evaluated in five different greenhouse trials. None of the tested cultivars showed resistance to any of the tested root-knot nematode species, and all tested hemp cultivars were good hosts for root-knot nematodes, especially to mixed populations of M. javanica and M. incognita. Root gall symptoms on hemp were less severe than on cucumber (and tomato), but reproduction rates were similar. Lower infection and reproduction rates were noted for M. hapla and M. enterolobii, which were probably due to the colder temperatures at the time of the trial, as the same effect was noted for the cucumber control plants. While no negative impact on hemp shoot growth was seen in trials where nematodes were added to pasteurized soil, a significant and visible negative effect on hemp growth was noted when two CBG hemp cultivars were planted in heavily naturally root-knot infested soil. This result indicates that hemp is not only a good host to root-knot nematodes, but also that root-knot can be a limiting factor for hemp production in Florida and other places with high abundance and pressure of root-knot nematodes.
Host status of melon, carrot, and Meloidogyne incognita-susceptible and -resistant cotton, cowpea, pepper, and tomato for M. floridensis from California
Authors: Ploeg Antoon T. , Edwards Scott
Published: March 2024

The host status of carrot, melon, and susceptible and resistant cultivars of tomato, cotton, cowpea, and pepper for a California isolate of the peach root-knot nematode Meloidogyne floridensis was determined in greenhouse pot experiments. It was compared to a race 3 isolate of M. incognita. Melon was an excellent host for both isolates and roots were heavily galled after the 8-week trial. Carrot was a host for M. incognita, but a poor host for M. floridensis, although both isolates caused similar levels of galling. Susceptible cotton was a good host for M. incognita race 3, but a poor host for M. floridensis. Susceptible tomato, cowpea, and pepper were good hosts for both isolates. The M. incognita resistance in tomato and pepper was broken by M. floridensis. Resistant cowpea was a maintenance host as population levels of M. floridensis remained virtually unchanged over the trial period. We conclude that M. floridensis poses a risk to some important vegetable crops in California, as it reproduces on most vegetable crops, including some cultivars that are resistant to M. incognita. On susceptible crops, the reproduction of M. floridensis was always significantly less than that of M. incognita, and we hypothesize that in mixed species field populations, M. incognita will outcompete M. floridensis. This study demonstrates that efforts to limit the spread and prevent further introductions of M. floridensis in California are important to maintain the effectiveness of plant resistance as a nematode management strategy in vegetable crops.
Historical Study of Marriage Law Between the Norms and the Problematics
Authors: Sumiarni MG. Endang
Published: March 2024

Purpose: This study aims to examine the history of marriage law between norms and problems in Indonesia.   Methods: The method used in this research is qualitative legal history analysis with a juridical-normative approach. Data was obtained by searching literature regarding marriage in the context of legal history in Indonesia, including laws, regulations, historical documents, and other related literature.   Result and Discussion: Law Number 1 of 1974 concerning Marriage is unification for the entire population of Indonesia, which is plural but also plural with a release clause by their respective laws and religions. Based on the history of the formation of Law No. 1 of 1974 from the Draft Law until its ratification, experienced pros and cons based on religious perspectives and women's rights, both in legislative, executive, and organizational institutions   Implications of the Research: Based on the formation process, it is influenced and colored by the interests of specific interest groups, with religious elements very dominant in it. In practice, implementing Law No. 1 of 1974 raises legal problems in certain legal events, especially various legal events that comply with Law No. 1 of 1974, which are patriarchal and detrimental to women as wives.   Originality/Value: This research highlights the unique contribution and added value of research to our understanding of the history of marriage law in Indonesia. This research occasionally explores the evolution of norms and problems in marriage law. It identifies essential patterns and practical implications through an in-depth approach to legal historical analysis.
The Impact of COVID-19 on Thailand’s Public Health Emergency Management System: A Case Study
Authors: Bengthong Suwanna , Suvarnathong Preecha , Ukraisa Suwimon , Boonphak Kanchana , Kitphati Rungrueng , Krates Juraporn , Ruangrattanatrai Wilailuk , Nak-Ai Worayuth
Published: March 2024

Purpose: This phenomenological qualitative research investigates Public Health Emergency Management (PHEM) in response to COVID-19, with a specific focus on the case of Thailand’s Health Region 9 (Nakhon Ratchasima) and its program known as COVID-19 Back Home.
 
Method: The study gathers data through in-depth interviews with four groups comprising a total of 112 individuals from three Thai provinces. The collected data is subjected to content analysis, and the findings are analyzed using a framework based on system theory.
 
Results and conclusion: The successful management of subjects returning home is highlighted, resulting in saving numerous patients' lives. The study identifies various suggestions and success factors for each phase of the management process. The research sheds light on PHEM situations in response to COVID-19, specifically examining Health Region 9's COVID-19 Back Home program.
 
Implications of the research: The study provides valuable insights into the inputs, activities, and processes involved in managing such situations, showcasing successful strategies, collaborative efforts, and behavioral changes.
 
Originality/value: The identified suggestions and success factors can inform and improve future management approaches.
Implicaciones de la implementación de la carta porte en el fomento de pymes
Authors:   Universidad Veracruzana, Vegas Bello María Andreina , León Hernández Gerardo Eduardo ,   Universidad Veracruzana
Published: March 2024

El propósito de la propuesta se encamina a divulgar la evaluación del impacto de la obligatoriedad del uso de la Carta Porte en la economía nacional, con énfasis en las PyMES, al efecto, en su realización se observó el método cualitativo como un acercamiento exploratorio, apoyándose en recopilación documental, seleccionando información disponible y adecuada para determinar las implicaciones de la implementación de la Carta Porte en los contribuyentes y en la economía, determinando las ventajas y desventajas de la misma, tanto en personas físicas como morales, desde el punto de vista financiero, comercial, administrativo, operativo. El resultado de esta exploración, aun cuando la Carta Porte resulta un trámite burocrático e inseguro para algunos, en general se considera resulta de gran beneficio, debido a que induce la mejora del control interno, protegiendo inventarios, facturación, transporte y recepción de mercancía, y adicionalmente genera una segura recolección fiscal, por lo tanto, beneficia al Estado desde el punto de vista del incremento de los ingresos a nivel impositivo consecuentemente va en beneficio de la población.
La cogeneración de energía como estrategia sustentable en la industria azucarera nacional
Authors:   Universidad Veracruzana, Delgado Vázquez María Soraya , Muñoz Cerón Luis Arturo ,   Universidad Veracruzana, Orduña Hernández Rosendo ,   Universidad Veracruzana, Vázquez Fernández José Refugio ,   Universidad Veracruzana
Published: March 2024

A pesar de que los ingenios azucareros en México son importantes cogeneradores de energía asequible, segura y sostenible, solamente el 12% están registrados como permisionarios de cogeneración; cabe destacar que a nivel nacional son 22 ingenios los que realizan cogeneración y de acuerdo a datos de la Secretaría de Energía (2018) en el Estado de Veracruz son 4 las empresas azucareras que realizan la cogeneración, por lo tanto un 18% de la producción nacional se realiza en territorio veracruzano, de tal forma el Estado de Veracruz contribuye a la Agenda 2030 al propiciar el crecimiento sustentable de su producción de caña (ODS 7), al igual que construir infraestructuras resilientes, promover la industrialización sostenible y fomentar la innovación (ODS 9). Sin embargo, la industria del país aún cuenta con un considerable potencial para llevar a cabo nuevos proyectos, sin embargo, el alto costo de producción, la falta de subsidios e incentivos fiscales, así como las constantes reformas a la legislación regulatoria desalientan la inversión para la producción de energía limpia. La investigación se realizó por medio del método cualitativo, con entrevistas a profundidad a especialistas en casos de éxito en ingenios de Veracruz y Oaxaca, los resultados se analizaron a través de la Matriz de Análisis, cumpliendo el rigor metodológico en cuanto a la confidencialidad, confirmabilidad, consistencia, relevancia y transferibilidad. Los resultados concluyen que los incentivos existentes como el Banco de Energía, el Porteo Estampilla y los CEL son adecuados, siempre y cuando se respeten las condiciones originalmente otorgadas, también que el alto monto de las inversiones requeridas y la incertidumbre provocada por las Reformas son las principales barreras para el desarrollo de nuevos proyectos.Por último, a fin de motivar el interés en nuevas inversiones, se recomienda la gestión de la industria azucarera ante las dependencias gubernamentales, así también planificar un trabajo colaborativo para intercambiar experiencias acerca de las estrategias sustentables para los ingenios.
Limitación tributaria de aportaciones de personas físicas a donataria, afecta calidad educativa
Authors:   Universidad Veracruzana, García Castillo Ignacio Rafael , García Gálvez Jorge Antonio ,   Universidad Veracruzana
Published: March 2024

Las organizaciones de sociedad civil realizan un arduo trabajo en la sociedad con el objetivo de ayudar a las personas que busquen obtener una mejor calidad de vida, siendo la educación uno de los principales elementos enmarcados por la Organización de las Naciones Unidas (ONU) para el Desarrollo de la Sociedad Mundial. En México, las sociedades civiles buscan de manera colectiva apoyar a la comunidad en diversos aspectos como los sociales, educativos, culturales, ambientales, entre otros. Algunas de estas asociaciones, reciben el nombramiento de Donatarias Autorizadas (DA) por parte del Servicio de Administración Tributaria (SAT), las cuales son instituciones sin fines de lucro que cuentan con la autorización de recibir donativos por parte de personas físicas que son deducibles para el pago del Impuesto Sobre la Renta (ISR). En el estado de Veracruz se encuentra la DA, intervenida que a partir de la Reforma Miscelánea Fiscal 2022 (RMF), que entró en vigor el 27 de diciembre del 2021, en donde la Ley del Impuesto Sobre la Renta (LISR), establece un límite de las deducciones personales a los donativos otorgados de personas físicas a DA, detecta un impacto en una de sus fuentes de ingreso que son los donativos. La investigación presenta las posibles consecuencias que se pueden originar en el servicio de educación que proporciona la DA a sus alumnos e identificar las variaciones en los ingresos a partir del cambio en la Ley. Asimismo, se presentará la propuesta de las estrategias con la finalidad de recibir mayores donativos de personas físicas y, además, la aplicación del recurso para mejorar la calidad en la impartición de educación, estableciendo mejores perfiles de los docentes con un mayor grado de estudios, incremento de bases de datos en biblioteca para tener una oferta extensa de libros y recursos digitales.
Extracción y aplicación de taninos de la almendra de mango (Mangifera indica) como curtiente para la piel ovina Santa Inés (Ovis aries)
Authors: Paz-Díaz Hector J. , Palencia- Blanco Cristian G. , Pacheco-Valderrama Mónica M. , Rico-Suárez Fabián A.
Published: March 2024

Este proyecto se enfocó en la curtición de pieles ovinas (Ovis aries) a partir de los taninos obtenidos de la almendra de mango (Mangifera indica), para evaluar el potencial de este subproducto mediante el aprovechamiento del mismo. Para ello, se realizaron extracciones de taninos con soluciones acuosas de etanol-agua en concentraciones de 70%-30% y 50%-50% y se cuantificaron mediante el método Folin Ciocalteu utilizando ácido gálico como patrón. Se evaluó la capacidad de curtido en la piel ovina mediante las propiedades físicas del cuero. Se obtuvo que la mayor concentración de equivalentes de ácido gálico (GAE) fue para la extracción con etanol-agua al 50%-50% con una concentración promedio de 1,14 mg GAE/g. A partir de esto, se realizó el proceso de curtido a la piel de ovino donde se determinaron las propiedades fisicomecánicas del cuero como resistencia a la tracción con valores obtenidos de 12.7 MPa para la concentración de Etanol-Agua al 50%-50% y 11,3 MPa para la concentración de la relación 70%– 30%; porcentaje de elongación con valores de 11,7 N y 17,7 N; resistencia al desgarre con valores de 41,9 N y 58,0 N; temperatura de contracción 61°C y 60°C; distensión de 13,22 mm y 10,68 mm y rotura de 37,47 daN y 48,39 daN respectivamente. Finalmente, los cueros curtidos con taninos cumplieron con 5 de las 6 pruebas analizadas según las normas UNE-EN ISO, por lo que el extracto de taninos de la almendra de mango se muestra como potencial sustituto a las sales de cromo llegando a contribuir a una industria más amigable con el medio ambiente y a obtener cueros de calidad a partir de la piel ovina.
INVESTIGATION OF THE PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE SEMI-FINISHED FLOUR WITH CHICKEN FLOUR
Authors:   Sumy National Agrarian University, Sereda Olha , Melnyk Oksana ,   Sumy National Agrarian University
Published: March 2024

The article presents the results of the study of the physicochemical characteristics of the baked battered flour semi-finished product with the addition of cricket flour in the amount of 5.0...15.0%. Cricket flour is a high-protein product that can affect the physicochemical properties of the finished semi-finished product. During the baking of whipped flour semi-finished products, moisture is redistributed and released in the structure of the dough mass. Accordingly, the structure of the semi-finished product may be more fragile, and the condition of its surface may be deformed. It was determined that when added to the whipped flour semi-finished product in the amount of 5.0%, the moisture index increased by 1.05% compared to the control sample, and the baking index decreased by 0.78%; after adding 10.0% of flour from crickets, the humidity index increases by 1.1%, baking of the product decreases by 0.73%; when adding 15.0% of cricket flour, moisture content increases by 1.15%, baking decreases by 0.69%. The shelf life of the whipped flour semi-finished product was determined by studying the drying process of the semi-finished productand the crumbliness of the pulp from 2 to 8 days. It was investigated that in the whipped flour semi-finished product with the addition of cricket flour, the degree of drying decreases by 0.6% during storage for up to 2 days and by 2.1% during storage for 8 days in comparison with the control sample. When the friability of the pulp was investigated, it was established that the friability of the control sample and samples of semi-finished products with different contents of cricket flour increases during storage for 8 days. Based on the results of the research, it was determined that the addition of cricket flour to the recipe of semi-finished biscuits had a minor effect on the physicochemical parameters of the finished innovative products
Impact of Mobile and Web Health Apps on Pediatric Chronic Disease Management and Quality of Life: An Update Systematic Review
Authors: Hasanah Idyatul , Sari Apriani Susmita , Nursalam Nursalam , Safinatunnaja Baiq , Krisnana Ilya , Basuni Hikmah Lia , Haikal Zikrul , Ramdani Wawan Febri
Published: March 2024

Mobile and web health applications have gained widespread usage worldwide for pediatric patients with chronic diseases, yet comprehensive research evaluating their impact remains limited. This research aims to determine the comprehensive impact of mobile and web health apps on pediatric chronic disease management and quality of life. Searches were performed on seven primary databases (Emerald Insight, Scopus, ScienceDirect, PubMed, ProQuest, Ebsco, and SpringerLink) from 2003 to 2023. The study followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses 2020 Statement guidelines. The quality study was conducted using JBI's critical appraisal tools. Descriptive and narrative analysis methods were used, and the findings were presented in text and tabular formats. Out of 1,840 articles reviewed, only 28 met the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The most identified outcomes in the study of mobile and web health apps on pediatric chronic disease management are psychological, cognitive, and behavioural outcomes and quality of life. However, biological markers seem to be the least evaluated outcome. Mobile and web health applications play a positive role in managing chronic diseases and enhancing the quality of life for pediatric patients. These applications offer a range of features, including symptom assessment, information dissemination, educational resources, caregiver communication, social support, and calendar reminders. Healthcare providers and caregivers should consider integrating these technologies into caring for children with chronic diseases. It can lead to improved outcomes and overall well-being.