bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The phylogeography and diversification of an endemic trapdoor spider genus, Stasimopus Simon 1892 (Araneae, Mygalomorphae, Stasimopidae) in the Karoo, South Africa
Authors: Brandt Shannon , Sole Catherine , Lyle Robin
Published: April 2024

Aim: The genus Stasimopus is endemic to South Africa but has never
undergone a phylogeographic review. This study aims to unravel the
phylogeographic patterns and history of the many Stasimopus species
which occur in the greater Karoo region. Location: The Karoo region,
South Africa Time period: 2017-2018 Major taxa studied: Cork-lid
trapdoor spider, Stasimopus (15 species). Methods: A fossil-calibrated
phylogeny was produced based on three gene regions (CO1, 16S and EF-1ɣ)
for Stasimopus specimens collected in the Karoo region, to infer dates
of origin and diversification. Demographic analyses were performed on
species with sufficient sample sizes (>4). Haplotype
networks were constructed for each gene region and plotted on a map to
infer phylogeographic patterns. Lastly, Mantel tests were performed to
test for isolation by distance. Results: It was found that 15 species
occur in the Karoo and that the genus radiation in the area is in the
early Paleocene. Most diversification occurred between the late Eocene
and the Miocene. Several species show signals of demographic expansions.
Isolation by distance was detected, but only with a slight correlation.
Main conclusions: It is apparent that aridification has played a vital
role in the diversification of the genus in the Karoo region. This is a
shared biogeographic influence between the mygalomorph fauna of the
Karoo and arid region of western Australia. Stasimopus has radiated from
the late Eocene and through the Miocene resulting in 15 extant species
in the region. The Tankwa Karoo has been identified as a possible
Pleistocene glacial cycle refugia for the species S. leipoldti. Many of
the species in the Karoo are short range endemics, making them of high
conservation concern. This study provided vital information as the Karoo
is undergoing further desertification due to factors such as climate
change, which may affect the future of short-range endemic spiders.
Two-dimensional graphitic carbon-nitride (g-C3N4)-coated LiNi0.8Co0.1Mn0.1O2 cathodes for high-energy-density and long-life lithium batteries
Authors: Duan Zhenliang , Zhai Pengbo , Zhao Ning , Guo Xiangxin
Published: April 2024

High-capacity nickel-rich layered oxides are promising cathode materials
for high-energy-density lithium batteries. However, the poor structural
stability and severe side reactions at the electrode/electrolyte
interface result in unsatisfactory cycle performance. Herein, the thin
layer of two-dimensional (2D) graphitic carbon-nitride
(g-CN) is uniformly coated on the
LiNiCoMnO
(denoted as NCM811@CN) using a facile chemical vaporization-assisted
synthesis method. As an ideal protective layer, the
g-CN layer effectively avoids direct
contact between the NCM811 cathode and the electrolyte, preventing
harmful side reactions and inhibiting secondary crystal cracking.
Moreover, the unique nano-pore structure and abundant nitrogen vacancy
edges in g-CN facilitate the
adsorption and diffusion of lithium ions, which enhances the lithium
deintercalation/intercalation kinetics of the NCM811 cathode. As a
result, the NCM811@CN-3wt% cathode exhibits 161.3 mAh
g and capacity retention of 84.6% at 0.5 C and 55
°C after 400 cycles and 95.7 mAh g at 10 C, which is
greatly superior to the uncoated NCM811 (i.e. 129.3 mAh
g and capacity retention of 67.4% at 0.5 C and 55
°C after 220 cycles and 28.8 mAh g-1 at 10 C). The improved cycle
performance of the NCM811@CN-3wt% cathode is also applicable to
solid-liquid-hybrid cells composed of PVDF:LLZTO electrolyte membranes,
which show 163.8 mAh g and the capacity retention of
88.1% at 0.1 C and 30 °C after 200 cycles and 95.3 mAh
g at 1 C.
Survival in nunatak and peripheral glacial refugia of three alpine plant species is partly predicted by altitudinal segregation
Authors: Rota Francesco , Campmany Pau Carnicero , Casazza Gabriele , Nascimbene Juri , Schönswetter Peter , Wellstein Camilla
Published: April 2024

Mountain biota survived the Quaternary cold stages in peripheral refugia
and/or ice-free peaks within ice-sheets (nunataks). While survival in
peripheral refugia has been broadly demonstrated, evidence for nunatak
refugia is still scarce. We generated RADseq data from three mountain
plant species occurring at different elevations in the southeastern
European Alps to investigate the role of different glacial refugia
during the Last Glacial Maximum (LGM). We tested the following
hypotheses. (i) The deep Piave Valley forms the deepest genetic split in
the species distributed across it, delimiting two peripheral refugia.
(ii) The montane to alpine species Campanula morettiana and Primula
tyrolensis survived the LGM in peripheral refugia, while high-alpine to
subnival Saxifraga facchinii likely survived in several nunatak refugia.
(iii) The lower-elevation species suffered a strong population decline
during the LGM. By contrast, the higher-elevation species shows
long-term stability of population sizes due to survival on permanently
ice-free peaks and small population sizes at present. We found
peripheral refugia on both sides of the Piave Valley, which acted as a
major genetic barrier. Demographic modeling confirmed nunatak survival
not only for S. facchinii, but also for montane to alpine C. morettiana.
Altitudinal segregation influenced the species’ demographic
fluctuations, with the lower-elevation species showing a significant
population increase at the end of the LGM, and the higher-elevation
species either showing decrease towards the present or stable population
sizes with a short bottleneck. Our results highlight the role of nunatak
survival and species ecology in the demographic history of mountain
species.
Adult telomere length is positively correlated with survival and lifetime reproductive success in a wild passerine
Authors: Chik Heung Ying Janet , Mannarelli Maria-Elena , Remedios Natalie dos , Simons Mirre , Burke Terry , Schroeder Julia , Dugdale Hannah
Published: April 2024

Explaining variation in individual fitness is a key goal in evolutionary
biology. Recently, telomeres, repeating DNA sequences capping the ends
of chromosomes, have gained attention as a biomarker for body state,
individual quality, and ageing. However, existing research has provided
mixed evidence for whether telomere length correlates with fitness
components, including survival and reproductive output. Moreover, few
studies have examined how telomere shortening correlates with fitness in
wild populations. Here, we intensively monitored an insular population
of house sparrows on Lundy Island, UK, and collected longitudinal
telomere and life history data spanning 16 years from 1,225 individuals.
We tested whether telomere length and/or shortening predict fitness
measures, namely survival, lifespan, as well as annual and lifetime
reproductive success. Telomere length positively predicted immediate
survival up to one year after measurement, independent of age, but did
not predict lifespan, suggesting either a diminishing telomere length –
survival correlation with age, or other extrinsic factors of mortality.
The positive effect of telomere length on survival translated to
reproductive benefits, as birds with longer telomeres produced more
genetic recruits over their lifetime, but not annually, suggesting
variation in individual quality. The rate of telomere shortening,
however, correlated with neither lifespan nor lifetime reproductive
success. Our results provided further evidence that telomere length
correlates with fitness, and they contributed to our understanding of
how telomere dynamics link with individual quality.
Security Risks in the Encryption of Database Connection Strings
Authors: Rannells Ross , Hill James
Published: April 2024

This article presents a novel approach to obfuscating database
connection strings using Keyword Cipher, which is based on the Roman
Caesar Cipher and Greek Scytale Cipher. This is an important and open
problem because database connection strings typically have long
substrings of identical and well-known character substrings. These known
substrings in related database connection strings greatly increase the
risk of their encryption key’s being broken, in addition to having
identical initial substrings in their encrypted versions. Our experience
applying these two obfuscation techniques to database connection strings
show that the simple and easily implemented string obfuscation functions
effectively solve the problem of common initial substrings. It also
greatly reduces risk of breaking the connections strings encryption keys
by hiding the known substrings and making the number of possible string
needed to search for grow geometrically. Lastly, the use of obfuscation
functions completely eliminates all the commonality between related
database connection strings.
Limits of solar flare forecasting models and new deep learning approach
Authors: Francisco Grégoire , Berretti Michele , Chierichini Simone , Mugatwala Ronish , Fernandes João Manuel , Barata Teresa , Moro Dario Del
Published: April 2024

The threat posed by solar flares to human technology underscores the
need for reliable forecasting models to mitigate risks effectively. Our
study introduces a novel deep learning forecasting approach while
emphasizing the need for performance evaluation methods tailored to
highlight current models’ limitations better. We discuss shortcomings in
existing evaluation metrics such as the True Skill Statistic (TSS) and
the Heidke Skill Score (HSS) and propose the Matthews Correlation
Coefficient (MCC) as a consistent alternative to both of them. We
introduce Persistent-Relative-Skill Scores (PRSS), as well as metrics
evaluation on the restriction of time windows presenting a change of
activity (Activity-Changes (AC) performances). We found that models
reaching state-of-the-art performances with traditional metrics can be
less efficient and explanatory than a simple persistent model and
struggle to forecast change in activity significantly better than random
guesses. We introduce the Patch-Distributed-CNNs (P-CNN), which allows
for performing full-disk forecasts while providing event probabilities
in solar sub-regions and position predictions. This new framework offers
similar information to Active-Region-based forecasting models while
bypassing the problem of unrecorded and misattributed flares in
Active-Region flare catalogues that are detrimental to machine learning
training. As a result, the model also operates independently of prior
feature extraction and AR detection, thus offering promising operational
utility with minimal external dependencies. We propose a methodology for
constructing balanced and independent Cross-Validation folds to train
and evaluate full-disk forecast models accurately. Models combining
SDO/AIA EUV images as inputs show improved performances compared to
employing SDO/HMI photospheric magnetograms, with a TSS of 0.74 for the
C+ model and 0.62 for the M+ model.
Responses of field-aligned currents and equatorial electrojet to sudden decrease of solar wind dynamic pressure during the March 2023 geomagnetic storm
Authors: Le Guan , Liu Guiping , Yizengaw Endawoke , Wu Chin-Chun , Zheng Yihua , Vines Sarah Kimberly , Buzulukova Natalia
Published: April 2024

We present a study of the magnetosphere-ionosphere coupling during the
23 March 2023 magnetic storm, focusing on the effect of the drastic
decrease of the solar wind dynamic pressure occurred during the main
phase. Our observations show that the negative pressure pulse had
significant impact to the magnetosphere-ionosphere system. It weakened
large-scale field-aligned currents and paused the progression of the
storm main phase for ~3 hrs. Due to the sudden decrease
of the plasma convection after the negative pressure pulse, the
low-latitude ionosphere was over-shielded and experienced a brief period
of westward penetration electric field, which reversed the direction of
the equatorial electrojet. The counter electrojet was observed both in
space and on the ground. A transient, localized enhancement of downward
field-aligned current was observed near dawn, consistent with the
mechanism for transmitting MHD disturbances from magnetosphere to the
ionosphere after the negative pressure pulse.
Methylation index of Overly Branched tetraether lipids (MOB): a proxy for deep ocean (de)oxygenation?
Authors: Rattanasriampaipong Ronnakrit , Zhang Yi Ge , Alo Olawale , Liu Xiaolei , Zhang Yang , Kim Bumsoo , Marcantonio Franco , Bassinot Franck , Li Tiegang
Published: April 2024

Branched glycerol dialkyl glycerol tetraethers (brGDGTs) with lower
(sparsely-branched; SB-) and higher (overly-branched; OB-) numbers of
methylated branches relative to the “regular” brGDGTs (B-GDGTs) are
abundant in anoxic waters in the Black Sea. Observed changes in
abundances and numbers of methylated branches of the entire series
OB-GDGTs, B-GDGTs, and SB-GDGTs relative to dissolved oxygen (DO) levels
in anoxic waters suggest that these compounds can potentially track
changes in oceanic DO levels through time. To explore this, we determine
the entire brGDGT series in surface or near-surface sediments from sites
with different DO distributions in marine waters and sediments,
extending the limited core-top collection of these lipids. We propose a
modified methylation index based on only OB-GDGTs, called MOB, to avoid
the potential impacts of terrestrial-derived B-GDGTs. Interestingly, MOB
values in our extended core-top collection are strongly related to
changes in bottom-water DO concentrations rather than the site-specific
minimum DO values, i.e. usually within mid-depth oxygen minimum zones
(OMZs). This suggests that sedimentary lipids are likely derived from
heterotrophic bacteria living at the sediment-water boundary in
sediments while lipids produced within mid-depth OMZs are not
effectively exported to deep oceans. Analysis of MOB values in ancient
sediments in the East Equatorial Pacific shows a gradual decline in
bottom water DO, correlating with the progressive increase in global
export productivity, organic carbon burial, and elevated level of
deep-water nutrient contents since the middle Miocene. These findings
highlight the potential of MOB as a tool for reconstructing past oceanic
(de)oxygenation events.
High-frequency Isotope Compositions Reveal Different Cloud-top and Vertical Stratiform Rainfall Structures in the Inland Tropics of Brazil
Authors: Santos Vinicius dos , Durán-Quesada Ana María , Sánchez-Murillo Ricardo , Gastmans Didier
Published: April 2024

Understanding the key drivers controlling rainfall stable isotope
variations in inland tropical regions remains a global challenge. We
present novel high-frequency isotope data (5-30 minute intervals) to
disentangle the evolution of six stratiform rainfall events (N=112)
during the passage of convective systems in inland Brazil (September
2019-June 2020). These systems produced stratiform rainfall of variable
cloud features. Depleted stratiform events (δ18Oinitial ≤ -4.2 ‰ and
δ18Omean ≤ -6.1 ‰) were characterized by cooler cloud-top temperatures
(≤-38 °C), larger areas (≥ 48 km2), higher liquid-ice ratios (≥ 3.1),
and higher melting layer heights (≥3.8 km), compared to enriched
stratiform events (δ18Oinitial ≥ -3.8 ‰ and δ18Omean ≥ -5.1 ‰). Cloud
vertical structure variability was reflected in a wide range of δ18O
temporal patterns and abrupt shifts in d-excess. Our findings provide a
new perspective to the ongoing debate about isotopic variability and the
partitioning of rainfall types across the tropics.
PRIME-SH: A Data-Driven Probabilistic Model of Earth’s Magnetosheath
Authors: O'Brien Connor , Walsh Brian , Zou Ying , Qudsi Ramiz A. , Tasnim Samira , Zhang Huaming , Sibeck David Gary
Published: April 2024

A data-driven model of Earth’s magnetosheath is developed by training a
Bayesian recurrent neural network to reproduce Magnetospheric MultiScale
(MMS) measurements of the magnetosheath plasma and magnetic field using
measurements from the Wind spacecraft upstream of Earth at the first
Earth-Sun Lagrange point (L1). This model, called PRIME-SH in reference
to its progenitor algorithm PRIME (Probabilistic Regressor for Input to
the Magnetosphere Estimation), is shown to predict spacecraft
observations of magnetosheath conditions accurately in a statistical
sense with a continuous rank probability score (CRPS) of
$0.227\sigma$ and more accurately than current
analytical models of the magnetosheath. Furthermore, PRIME-SH is shown
to reproduce physics not explicitly enforced during training, such as
field line draping, the dayside plasma depletion layer, the
magnetosheath flow stagnation point, and the Rankine-Hugoniot MHD shock
jump conditions. PRIME-SH has the additional benefits of being
computationally inexpensive relative to global MHD simulations, being
capable of reproducing difficult-to-model physics such as temperature
anisotropy, and being capable of reliably estimating its own uncertainty
to within $3.5\%$.
A multi-resolution deep-learning surrogate framework for global hydrological models
Authors: Droppers Bram , Bierkens Marc F.P. , Wanders Niko
Published: April 2024

Global hydrological models are important decision support tools for
policy making in today’s water-scarce world as their process-based
nature allows for worldwide water resources assessments under various
climate-change and socio-economic scenarios. Although efforts are
continuously being made to improve water resource assessments, global
hydrological model computational demands have dramatically increased and
calibrating them has proven to be difficult. To address these issues,
deep-learning approaches have gained prominence in the hydrological
community, in particular the development of deep-learning surrogates.
Nevertheless, the development of deep-learning global hydrological model
surrogates remains constrained, as previous surrogate frameworks only
focus on land-surface fluxes for a single spatial resolution. Therefore,
we introduce a global hydrological model surrogate framework that
includes integrated spatially-distributed runoff routing, human impacts
on water resources and the ability to scale across spatial resolutions.
To test our framework we develop a deep-learning surrogate for the
PCRaster Global Water Balance (PCR-GLOBWB) global hydrological model.
Our surrogate performed well when compared to the model outputs, with a
median Kling-Gupta Efficiency (KGE) of 0.45, while predictions were at
least an order of magnitude faster. Moreover, the multi-resolution
surrogate performed similarly to several single-resolution surrogates,
indicating limited trade-offs between the surrogate’s broad spatial
applicability and its performance. Model surrogates are a promising tool
for the global hydrological modeling community, given their potential
benefits in reducing computational demands and enhancing calibration.
Accordingly, our framework provides an excellent foundation for the
community to create their own multi-scale deep-learning global
hydrological model surrogates.
Ter-diurnal Atmospheric Tide on Mars
Authors: Leino Joonas , Harri Ari-Matti , Wilson John , Banfield Donald , Lemmon Mark T , Paton Mark , Rodríguez-Manfredi Jose Antonio , Savijärvi Hannu
Published: April 2024

Cyclic absorption of solar radiation generates oscillations in
atmospheric fields. These oscillations are called atmospheric or thermal
tides, which are furthermore modified by topography and surface
properties. This leads to a complex mix of sun-synchronous and non
sun-synchronous tides that propagate around the planet eastward and
westward. This study focuses on analyzing the ter-diurnal component
(period of 8 hr) from surface pressure observations by Mars Science
Laboratory (MSL), InSight, Viking Lander (VL) 1, and VL2. General
Circulation Model (GCM) results are used to provide a global context for
interpreting the observed ter-diurnal tide properties. MSL and InSight
have a clear and similar seasonal cycle, with local amplitude peaks at
around solar longitude (Ls) 60◦ , Ls 130◦ and Ls 320◦ . The amplitude
peak at Ls 320◦ is related to the annual dust storm, while the dust
storm around Ls 230◦ is not detected by either platforms. During the
global dust storms, MSL, VL1, and VL2 detect their highest amplitudes.
GCM predicts the weakest amplitudes at the equinoxes, while the
strongest ones are predicted in summertime for both hemispheres. GCM
amplitudes are typically lower than observed, but match better during
the aphelion season. During this time, model results suggest that the
two most prominent modes are the sun-synchronous ter-diurnal tide (TW3)
and an eastward propagating resonantly-enhanced Kelvin wave (TE3).
Simulations with and without the effect of radiative heating by water
ice clouds indicate the clouds may play a significant role in forcing
the ter-diurnal tide during northern hemisphere summer season.
Comparison of Precipitation Trends and its Effect on Lake Water Levels Using Satellite Altimetry: A Case Study of Lakes Kainji and Shiroro
Authors: Abdulai Hawa , Babamaaji Rakiya , Awe-Peter Helen , Ibrahim Danlami
Published: April 2024

Water levels in lakes is a determinant of water availability for optimum
water resources planning and ecosystem functioning. This study examines
the surface water fluctuations in Kainji and Shiroro Lakes between 2008
and 2022 (14 years) using satellite altimetry. The purpose is to monitor
the effect of precipitation, as an indicator of climatic variability on
the water levels in the lakes considering their use for hydropower
generation and flood control .From the observed values, there was no
significant difference in water levels with the highest recorded at
Kainji Lake as 138.84m and the lowest as 125.77m, however, there was
significant difference in the  area coverage with the highest value as
1311.16km  and lowest value as
761.15km.Same trend was noticed for Shiroro Lake
where the highest water level was 381.92m and lowest as 356.97m; there
was a marked difference in area coverage with the highest area being
361.61km and lowest 104.36km . A
further analysis was done to assess the spatiotemporal trend of the
rainfall at the Kainji and Shiroro Lakes from rainfall data derived from
TAMSAT. Using Mann Kendall (MK) and Spearman’s rho tests for the 14-year
period, trend analysis for the Kainji Lake showed a slight positive
trend for precipitation at a 5% significance level; with mean annual
rainfall of 1137. 7mm.At the Shiroro Lake, there was no positive trend
at a 5% significance level. The mean annual rainfall recorded was
1318.6m.

Key Words: Precipitation, Significance level, Mann Kendall,
Rainfall, Trend
Spatiotemporal Topic Modeling Reveals Storm-Driven Advection and Stirring Control Plankton Community Variability in an Open Ocean Eddy
Authors: Soucie John Edward San , Sosik Heidi M , Girdhar Yogesh , Shalapyonok Alexi , Peacock Emily , Johnson Leah
Published: April 2024

Phytoplankton communities in the open ocean are high-dimensional,
sparse, and spatiotemporally heterogeneous. The advent of automated
imaging systems has enabled high-resolution observation of these
communities, but the amounts of data and their statistical properties
make analysis with traditional approaches challenging. Spatiotemporal
topic models offer an unsupervised and interpretable approach to
dimensionality reduction of sparse, high-dimensional categorical data.
Here we use topic modeling to analyze neural-network-classified
phytoplankton imagery taken in and around a retentive eddy during the
2021 North Atlantic EXport Processes in the Ocean from Remote Sensing
(EXPORTS) field campaign. We investigate the role physical-biological
interactions play in altering plankton community composition within the
eddy. Analysis of a water mass mixing framework suggests that
storm-driven surface advection and stirring were major drivers of the
progression of the eddy plankton community away from a diatom bloom over
the course of the cruise.
Observing a Volatile Organic Compound from a Geostationary Infrared Sounder: HCOOH from FengYun-4B/GIIRS
Authors: Zeng Zhao-Cheng , Franco Bruno , Clarisse Lieven , Lee Lu , Qi Chengli , Lu Feng
Published: April 2024

Formic acid (HCOOH) is one of the most abundant volatile organic
compounds (VOCs) in the Earth’s atmosphere and an important source of
atmospheric acidity. Here we present the first retrieval of HCOOH from a
geostationary orbit using observations from the Geostationary
Interferometric Infrared Sounder (GIIRS) on board FengYun-4B. The
results from July 2022 to June 2023 show the monthly variation of the
HCOOH distribution in Asia due to emissions from biomass burning and
biogenic sources. FY-4B/GIIRS effectively tracks HCOOH enhancements from
wildfires and biogenic sources both during the day and at night.
Finally, cross-comparison with IASI HCOOH data shows good agreement,
indicating that FY-4B/GIIRS observations have comparable sensitivity to
IASI. This study is an important first step towards monitoring VOCs from
geostationary infrared sounders, including the existing and future GIIRS
on board the FY-4 series and the forthcoming European geostationary
infrared sounder (IRS) on board Meteosat Third Generation (MTG).
Europejski Zielony Ład w branży transportowej
Authors: Bekisz Agnieszka , Kruszyński Michał
Published: April 2024

Celem opracowania było wskazanie przyszłych przeobrażeń i wyzwań, przed jakimi stoi sektor transportu w procesie realizacji koncepcji Europejskiego Zielonego Ładu (European Green Deal), dla którego pakietem wykonawczym jest Fit for 55 (gotowi na 55%). Opracowanie podaje istotę, założenia i narzędzia realizacji przywołanej koncepcji w obszarze transportu i jego gałęzi. Komisja Europejska w tym zakresie preferuje inwestycje w przewozy kolejowe oraz wodne śródlądowe z jednoczesnym promowaniem pojazdów elektrycznych i przewozów intermodalnych. Na podstawie kwestionariusza ankiety przeprowadzonej na grupie 60 osób (przedstawiciele przedsiębiorstw transportowych) pozyskano wiedzę dotyczącą znajomości zagadnień (kierunków zmian, wyzwań) z obszaru European Green Deal oraz pakiertu Fit for 44. Przeprowadzone badania wskazują, iż znajomość zagadnienia Europejskiego Zielonego Ładu nie idzie w parze z przeświadczeniem respondentów o konieczności wdrażania tego konceptu w obecnej sytuacji gospodarczej Polski. Aż 55% badanych wyraża przekonanie o konieczności odłożenia w czasie lub zrezygnowania z wdrażania przedsięwzięć tworzących Europejski Zielony Ład.
Perspektywy rozwoju zielonych powierzchni magazynowych w Polsce
Authors: Lekka-Porębska Ilona
Published: April 2024

Wymagania unijne ukierunkowane są na niskoemisyjność i wprowadzanie rozwiązań proekologicznych, przekładając się również na gospodarkę magazynową i trendy w logistyce. Inwestorzy oraz najemcy powierzchni magazynowych są coraz bardziej zainteresowani aspektem ekologicznym. Wcześniej ta kwestia była kojarzona głównie z aspektem wizerunkowym, jednak obecnie wiąże się ona również z energooszczędnością, która przekłada się na korzyści ekonomiczne. W ostatnich latach obserwowany jest coraz większy popyt na powierzchnie magazynowe w Polsce, szczególnie w obszarze „Wielkiej Piątki”. Tym samym widoczne jest zwiększone zainteresowanie powierzchniami magazynowymi, które posiadają certyfikację wielokryterialną budynków. Certyfikacja ta jest związana z potwierdzeniem proekologiczności obiektu i stanowi sprawdzoną informację dla inwestorów. W Polsce tematyka zielonych powierzchni magazynowych wraz z ich certyfikacją jest tematem zainteresowania dopiero od kilku lat i uwzględnia najnowsze dane w kontekście certyfikacji budynków w Polsce, w tym powierzchni magazynowych. Publikacja prezentuje przegląd polskiej literatury przedmiotu, stanowiąc jednocześnie próbę określenia perspektyw omawianej branży.
Attitudes of entrepreneurs of cluster members in undertaking CSR activities
Authors: Wyrzykowska Barbara
Published: April 2024

The article discusses how entrepreneurs and cluster members build their reputations through CSR activities. The article is conceptual in nature. Its purpose is to present a conceptual model and research proposals relating to CSR attitudes and activities of cluster entrepreneurs, as well as the impact of these activities on reputation building and recommendations by cluster members. The conceptual mo_x0002_del is presented on the basis of the literature on the subject. Entrepreneurs undertake socially responsible activities in the hope that they will be well-perceived by other cluster members. Due to their reputation, they are recommended by cluster mem_x0002_bers, which in turn enables them to build networks within the cluster.
Complications of proximal humerus fractures
Authors: Topalovic Bozo , Stanic David , Ninkovic Srdjan
Published: April 2024

Introduction. Proximal humerus fractures, resulting from direct or indirect
trauma, pose a significant clinical challenge. The choice of surgical
intervention is influenced by various factors including patient age,
comorbidities, bone quality, activity level, fracture characteristics, and
the surgeon?s expertise. This study aims to assess the frequency and nature
of complications arising from the surgical treatment of proximal humerus
fractures. Material and Methods. In this retrospective analysis, 51 patients
were included, with 22 males and 29 females. Two surgical techniques were
employed: osteosynthesis using locking plates in 27 patients (average age
54.6 years) and intramedullary nailing in 24 patients (average age 58.4
years). The assessment of outcomes was conducted using the Constant Shoulder
Score, and statistical analysis was performed using the Student?s T-test.
Results. Complications were observed in 12 patients (23.5%), comprising 7
males and 5 females. In the locking plate group, where 8 complications
occurred, the mean Constant score was 77.44, while the intramedullary nail
group, with 4 complications noted, had a mean Constant score of 70.25. No
statistically significant difference was found in the incidence of
complications based on gender or the type of surgical technique used.
Conclusion. The study found a higher incidence of complications in male
patients and those treated with locking plates, though these differences
were not statistically significant. These findings emphasize the need for
personalized surgical planning and highlight the complexity of managing
proximal humerus fractures.
Blood pressure, lung function and muscular strength values in students with joint hypermobility
Authors: Bakic Nikola , Vuckovic Jelena , Karan-Rakic Vedrana , Mihajlovic Andrea , Vujasin Danilo , Popovic Aleksandra
Published: April 2024

Introduction. Elastin and collagen are the key components of bones,
cartilage, tendons, skin, lungs and arterial walls. Weak connective tissue
disorders and joint hypermobility are pathological conditions where the
structure of collagen fibers is changed, resulting in a number of symptoms.
The objective of this study was to determine the prevalence of weak
connective tissue disorder in second- and third-year students of the Faculty
of Medicine of the University of Novi Sad, and to compare muscle strength,
pulmonary function and blood pressure between individuals with and without
hypermobility. Material and Methods. The study included 100 students (50
females and 50 males) divided into two groups: Group 1 with weak connective
tissue and Group 2 with normal connective tissue. The subjects were assessed
according to the Beighton score and the Brighton criteria to diagnose
hypermobility. Values of blood pressure, pulmonary function and muscle
strength were also measured. Results. Analysis of anthropometric parameters
and blood pressure values showed significant difference between the groups,
including the body height (p=0.014) and body weight (p=0.021) values and
systolic (p<0.001) and diastolic (p=0.004) blood pressure values.
Dynamometric parameters and lung function values were significantly
different between the groups, with vital capacity (p<0.001), forced vital
capacity (p=0.05), forced expiratory volume in the 1st second (p=0.025).
Lower values were noted in group 1. Conclusion. Weak connective tissue was
found with high percentage of students of the Faculty of Medicine of the
University of Novi Sad (67%). Blood pressure, lung function vales and
dynamometric parameters were significantly lower in group 1.
How vacuum-assisted tomosynthesis-guided biopsy facilitates the diagnosis of breast changes
Authors: Niciforovic Dijana , Basta-Nikolic Marijana , Donat Daniela , Dojcinov Danica , Lukac Sonja , Stojanovic Sanja
Published: April 2024

Introduction. Breast cancer stands as the predominant form of cancer
diagnosed in women worldwide. In the Republic of Serbia, breast cancer held
the top position in 2020, accounting for 22.6% of all cancer cases. Early
diagnosis of the disease can lead to favorable prognosis and high survival
rates. National and opportunistic screening aim to conduct preventive
mammography examinations in women aged 50-69, with vacuumassisted biopsy
guided by tomosynthesis being performed when necessary as a diagnostic
procedure. Material and Methods. The vacuum-assisted tomosynthesis guided
breast procedure typically takes half as the time of a stereotaxic biopsy.
The procedure begins with planning the approach to the lesion, contingent up
on its localization within the breast. Results. The first vacuum-assisted
biopsy guided by tomosynthesis in Serbia was conducted at the Radiology
Center of the Clinical Center of Vojvodina in December 2020, utilizing
Selenia Hologic mammography unit. Between December 2020 and June 2023, a
total of 161 tomosynthesis-guided VABs were performed in 160 patients, with
one patient undergoing the procedure on both breasts. Conclusion. Most
authors report using the vacuum sampling technique during the
vacuum-assisted biopsy guided by tomosynthesis. Given the potential of
complete removal of the lesion with this method, it is standard practice to
place a marker at the biopsy site. The increasing incidence of breast cancer
is observed globally, and it is attributed to advancements in standards of
living and lifestyle changes.
Type III dens in dente (dens invaginatus) as a reason for endodontic treatment failure - case report
Authors: Andjelkovic Aleksandar , Neskovic Isidora , Drobac Milan
Published: April 2024

Introduction. Dens invaginatus is an infrequent developmental anomaly of
teeth with an unknown etiology. The prevalence rate ranges from 0.25% to
10%. The most affected teeth are lateral maxillary incisors. Various
classifications have been proposed to categorize the different types of dens
in dente. However, the Oehlers classification, named after the dentist who
first described it, is the most commonly used for this malformation. This
classification has three primary types and was introduced in 1957. Case
Report. A 17-yearold female patient appeared at the Dentistry Clinic of
Vojvodina, Novi Sad with a lateral maxillary incisor exhibiting dens
invaginatus (Oehlers type IIIA). The pulp was necrotic, accompanied by a
large periradicular lesion. The patient had previously been prescribed
penicillin antibiotics, and we initiated endodontic therapy. The patient
returned for the scheduled check-up appointment with swelling in the area of
the canine fossa above the upper left lateral incisor. In consultation with
an oral surgeon, the tooth was extracted with purulent content. Four days
after the extraction, the patient received a resin bonded bridge.
Conclusion. The clinical significance and importance of dens in dente lie
primarily in its potential to manifest with various symptomatic indications
and its association with the occurrence and development of dental caries. It
is crucial for clinicians and dental professionals to remain highly
attentive, vigilant, and alert to the potential presence of dens in dente.
This involves considering and acknowledging the wide array of diverse
presentations and manifestations that this anomaly can exhibit.
Our viruses and saprophytic bacteria
Authors: Zikic Milorad
Published: April 2024

Introduction. The paper presents the facts about the inevitable presence of
microbes in the human body and the key role of viruses in the evolution,
shaping and development of the living world. Contemporary research.
Experimental scientific research on mice, examining the influence of
saprophytic bacteria on their physical activity and behavior through the
produced N-lactoyl-phenylalanine substance, provides foundation for further
research within the human population. Discussion. The above positive impact
of viruses and the consequential risks of their presence on people?s health
are discussed along with the adverse cross-effects of planetary and human
health arising from harmful behavior and wrong life habits of the
contemporaries. Conclusion. Recommendations are given for preventive
possibilities to avoid such risks and achieve good or satisfactory health
both for each and every individual and the global community of people
through a lifestyle in harmony with nature.
Testing the EKC hypothesis using ecological footprint by considering biocapacity and human capital in Türkiye: A dynamic analysis
Authors: Karahan-Dursun Pınar
Published: April 2024

The study aims to investigate the validity of the environmental Kuznets curve
(EKC) hypothesis, which asserts the inverted U-shaped relationship between
economic growth and environmental pollution. The study uses ecological
footprint (EF) as a measure of environmental degradation over the 1970-2017
period in T?rkiye. Unlike the current literature for T?rkiye, this study
involves biocapacity and human capital in the growth-environment nexus and
utilizes dynamic analysis. In this context, the Bound test, autoregressive
distributed lag (ARDL) model, and Kalman filter approach are applied. The
result of the Bound test confirms the cointegration relationship between the
variables. The findings of the ARDL model indicate that the EKC hypothesis
prevails, and biocapacity affects EF positively, whereas human capital
mitigates environmental degradation by decreasing EF. The results of the
dynamic analysis using the Kalman filter technique also validate the EKC
hypothesis and show that the dynamic effect of economic growth on EF is
significantly positive and stable for the analyzed period.
SARS CoV-2 Disease Incidence, Transmission and Mortality in Bangladesh (2020-2023)
Authors: AU* Khan
Published: April 2024

COVID-19 was the worst devastation of the current century that undermined health, the economy, and daily life. This study assessed the status and correlates of SARS-CoV-2 testing, infection, recovery, and death from March 2020 to January 2023 (N=1061 days) to comprehensively understand Bangladesh’s position toward COVID-19. The study obtained data from various government agencies. Total cases, infections, recoveries, and deaths during the study period were 13119034, 1988858, 1854732, and 33301, respectively. In 2020, the total cases, infections, recoveries, and deaths were 2390782, 462586, 365235 and 6582. In 2021, total cases, infections, recoveries, and deaths were 6633977, 1004738, 1004738, 10919,591,591, and 5928. Infections, recoveries, and deaths were 1690239, 91421, 168047 and 391. In 2023, total cases, infections, recoveries, and deaths were 69942, 436, 4201, and 0. Results revealed a moderate association between testing and infection, moderate to strong correlations between infection and testing, recovery and testing, and death and testing. Test vs infected, recovery, and death were significant at 0.00 and 0.01 where the mean was 12478.66, 12517.66, and 14383.63. Infected versus recovered, mortality was significant at 0.00 and 0.05 while the mean was 39.01, 1904.98. Recovery versus mortality was significant at 0.00 where the mean was 1865.97. SARS-CoV-2 spread throughout Bangladesh and affected sixty-four districts. The continued incidence of COVID-19 infection has emphasized the importance of rapid accurate and advanced laboratory diagnostics to limit its spread. In such a situation, people avoided public gatherings and returned home after finishing work as soon as possible. A major factor in mitigating the impact of Corona was widespread vaccination across the country.
Women and Mood Swing
Authors: PD Gupta
Published: April 2024

Hormonal imbalance is the root cause of mood swing in men and women. Endocrinologically, men and women dodder very much. During the whole lives span the hormonal imbalance occurs naturally three times in a woman’s life that is once transition from child to adult, the second time when she gets pregnant and last time is when she enters in menopause but not so happens in man. Some women also get mood swing every month before the periods.
Peritonitis Leading to Sepsis Resulting from Postcoital Vaginal Laceration
Authors: H DelFavero
Published: April 2024

Vaginal lacerations following consensual intercourse, while well described, are uncommon. Presenting symptoms are more commonly vaginal bleeding resulting in significant blood loss or hemorrhagic shock. Perforation into the abdominal cavity resulting in significant infectious etiology has been less described. We present a case of vaginal laceration following consensual intercourse resulting in peritonitis sepsis requiring prolonged hospitalization.
Native Chicken Beauty Contest for Agritourism in the Philippines and Thailand
Authors: NC Liangco
Published: April 2024

Agritourism industry shows a promising future in the Philippines and Thailand. The countries of the Philippines and Thailand are known to be culturally diverse coupled with magnificent land and water biodiversity. Due to this characteristics various agritourism initiatives is being introduced. The native chicken beauty contest is one among the initiative. This paper assessed the perceived socio-cultural impact of the native chicken beauty contest as an agritourism initiative in the province of Isabela, Philippines. Data were gathered among randomly selected stakeholders on the initiatives. The study was participated mostly by female respondents who are at their adulthood, married and those who are educated by at least the basic education. Most of the respondents are engaged in farming and government employment. Most of the respondents are raising less than 50 heads of native chicken, the respondents are positive that the initiative that it can be a form of entertainment and recreational. Also, they belief that the initiative can promote local heritage and cultural conservation. This result can imply that the initiative is well accepted and is recommended for the continuance since the stakeholders of the activity has a positive assessment on the impact to their social and cultural development. Statistically, when group according to their sex the participants have comparable positive perception on the impact of the initiatives. In addition, the participants who are at their middle age, unemployed, with higher educational attainment and higher number of native chickens being raised, have more positive perception on the impact of the initiatives.
Claude Bernard Horner Syndrome-Case Presentation
Authors: CT Maria
Published: April 2024

Introduction: The syndrome Claude Bernard-Horner (SH) is characterized by eyelid ptosis, pupillary miosis and anhidrosis, it is due to an interruption of the oculosympathetic pathway. The etiologies are multiple, including tumor, traumatic, iatrogenic or vascular. Sometimes it represents a medical emergency. For its diagnosis, eye drop tests are used, such as cocaine, hydroxyamphetamine or apraclonidine, and neuroimaging tests to establish the etiology. We present a case of HS associated with Hodkin Lymphoma (HL). Objective: Describe the clinical characteristics and the imaging study in a case with SH. Presentation of the case. A 24-year-old patient, with a clinical and histopathological diagnosis of HL, the tumor occupies the anterior mediastinum with lymphadenopathy in both supra and infraclavicular side chains of the neck, predominantly right. He presented with ptosis, miosis, and apparent enophthalmos. The diagnosis was based on clinical examination and pupillometry, in addition to images obtained by computed tomography (CT). Conclusions: The usefulness of the neuro-ophthalmological and imaging clinical examination in the identification of HS in this patient was demonstrated.
The Value of Higher Order Aberrations Generated by the Lens in Three Groups of Patients Qualified for Lens Removal
Authors: A Cywinski
Published: April 2024

Purpose: to determine if Higher Order Aberrations generated by the lens can influence on the visual acuity, in eyes qualified to lens removal. Methods: Three groups of patients (171 eyes) who were qualified to lens removal because of diagnosed cataract, untolerated refractive error, or not yet diagnosed Congenital Lens Dysfunction were examined preoperatively for the values of Higher Order Aberrations generated by the lenses. Each patient was examined using iTrace analyser, which allows for the separation of aberrations generated by the cornea from those generated by the inside of the eye. Results: The average values were statistically the lowest in the group of patients qualified for refractive lens exchange (85 eyes), reaching the level of 0.170 μm. In this group, the natural lens was completely transparent. In the group with cataract (59 eyes) the values were statistically higher, reaching an average value of 0.350μm. In the third group with the so-called Congenital Lens Dysfunction (27 eyes) the values were the highest, reaching an average level of 1.020μm. Conclusions: As the value of aberrations generated by the inside of the eye (mainly lens) increased, visual acuity to far distances, assessed preoperatively and with best correction, deteriorated statistically.
Pembelajaran Daring dan Motivasi Belajar Peserta Didik Ditengah Wabah COVID-19
Authors: Syarifah Syarifah , Lestari Ayu , Nurhaliza Nurhaliza , Anggaraini Yuni , Wahyudi Hakmi , Zatrahadi M. Fahli
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of the learning system on students' learning motivation. The method used in this research is the study of literature or literature using secondary data sources. In this study, data collection was obtained from news and online articles. Data testing for data effectiveness is carried out using the steps of data collection, data reduction, data visualization, and conclusions. The results of this study indicate that the learning system has an effect on students' learning motivation. Students can become less active in conveying their aspirations and thoughts, so that it can lead to boring learning. A student who experiences boredom in the teaching and learning process will get progress in learning outcomes. The impact of bold learning should be of concern to everyone involved in the educational process, including government, educators, students and parents. Therefore, there is a need for a solution so as not to hinder the coaching and motivation of students when learning online. Some solutions to solve the influence of bold learning include: increasing the educational capacity and computer skills of teachers, Using suitable learning methods for online learning and supporting internet quotas.
ANALISIS PEMAHAMAN KONSELOR DALAM MENGHADAPI PERBEDAAN CULTURE PADA SISWA DI SMPN 1 PANGKALAN LESUNG
Authors: Zatrahadi M. Fahli , Firman Firman , Syukur Yarmis
Published: April 2024

Understanding counselors in dealing with cultural differences in students needs professional competence. The purpose of this study was to analyze the understanding of counselors in dealing with cultural differences in students at SMPN 1 Pangkalan Lesung. Qualitative research uses the following stages: Determine questions, collect data, get data, and report The informants comprised three supervisors at the SMPN 1 Pangkalan Lesung school. The results of the research based on Nvivo coding that there are many multicultural in Indonesia, both in religion, culture, ethnicity, political differences and so on. This is a challenge for counselors in schools to improve professional competence, especially understanding the cross-cultural differences of clients in order to provide understanding to clients who need counseling. Continuing professional development is essential to fulfill these tasks and provide effective services to the school system.