bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Comprehensive Analysis of Soil Erosion in Coastal Areas Based on an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle and Deep Learning Approach
Authors: Li Han , Miao Sheng , Qi Yansu , Gao Huiwen , Duan Haoyan , Liu Chao , Gao Weijun
Published: February 2025

Soil is an important nonrenewable resource. Soil erosion is increasingly severe, and the accurate identification of soil erosion is crucial for ecological sustainability. In recent years, advancements in artificial intelligence have significantly contributed to the development of precise modeling technologies. This study utilizes high-resolution multispectral images captured by unmanned aerial vehicles and applies five machine learning models, namely convolutional neural network (CNN), support vector classification, random forest, extreme gradient boosting, and fully connected neural network, to identify regional soil erosion. The performance of each model is evaluated using F1-score, precision, and recall measurements. The results show that all models exhibit strong recognition capabilities, with CNN outperforming the others in both training and testing phases. Specifically, CNN achieved a recall rate of 0.99 on the training set and an F1-score of 0.98. Given the black-box nature of machine learning models, the shapley additive explanations method is further used for interpreting model outputs. The analysis reveals that the normalized difference salinity index and soil erodibility factor are the primary factors influencing soil erosion in the study area.
The Loss of Ice Worm Glacier, North Cascade Range, Washington USA
Authors: Pelto Mauri S. , Pelto Jill
Published: February 2025

A forty-year record (1984–2023) of glacier mass balance and areal extent measurement documented the decline and loss of the Ice Worm Glacier in the North Cascade Range, Washington. After a period of minor variations from 1944 to 1986, the glacier lost 83% of its area from 1986 to 2023 and had a cumulative mass loss of −31.5 m w.e. In 2023, the area at 32,000 m2 and the majority of the ice thickness at 2–10 m was insufficient to generate movement. The bottom of the glacier was observed in all existing crevasse features, and stream channels in 2023 at depths of 2–10 m. An ice cave extended the length of the glacier in 2024 illustrating an ice thickness of less than 8 m. This glacier area loss has led to declining glacier runoff into Hyas Creek and the Cle Elum River.
Lactating Adenoma in Pregnancy: Report of Three Cases
Authors: Cvetković Julija , Jovičić Milentijević Maja , Živković Nikola , Đorđević Miodrag , Grujović Jelena , Radenković Goran
Published: February 2025

Background: Lactating adenoma is an infrequent benign stromal breast tumor mostly seen during pregnancy and lactation. This report seeks to enhance the literature by presenting three cases diagnosed with this condition, while also highlighting its histological subtypes, immunohistochemical characteristics, and differential diagnoses. Case Presentation: In all three patients, a circumscribed, painless, and mobile mass was found in the breast in the third trimester of pregnancy. Pathohistological examination revealed hyperplastic lobules with glandular formations in back-to-back arrangements showing more or less abundant hobnailing phenomena with intraluminal eosinophilic secretions and inconspicuous myoepithelial cell layer separated by fibrovascular stroma. The immune profile showed positive reaction for cytokeratin 14 and p40 markers, indicating the presence of myoepithelial cells and distinguishing these cases from other breast lesions. Conclusion: Pathohistological and immunohistochemical analysis should be performed to differentiate these lesions from other benign lesions and malignant tumors.
FIB-4 Index Can Predict Mortality in Hospitalized Patients with COVID-19 Infection, Independent of CT Severity Score
Authors: Salahshour Faeze , Karimpour Reyhan Sahar , Zendedel Kazem , Seifouri Kiana , Seyyedsalehi Monireh Sadat , Naghavi Parnian , Abbaszadeh Mahsa , Esteghamati Alireza , Nakhjavani Manouchehr , Rabizadeh Soghra
Published: February 2025

Background: The fibrosis 4 (FIB-4) index is typically used in assessing liver fibrosis, and has shown potential in predicting the outcome in various diseases. This study aims to evaluate the predictive power of the FIB-4 index for mortality in COVID-19 patients admitted to a reference hospital in Tehran, Iran. Methods: In this prospective cohort study, 387 patients with COVID-19 without diabetes, were categorized into deceased and surviving groups. We compared anthropometric and demographic data, liver function tests, CT scores, and FIB-4 indices between the groups. Multivariate logistic regression assessed the independent association of FIB-4 with mortality. Results: Among the 387 patients, (all non-diabetics), 58 (15%) died, with a higher mortality rate observed in patients with a FIB-4 index≥2.6 (63.4%) compared to those with FIB-4<2.6 (29.7%). Deceased patients were considerably older and more likely to be hypertensive (P values<0.001). After adjustment of confounding factors, a FIB-4 index≥2.6 was found to be independently associated with increased mortality (OR: 13.511, 95% CI: 1.356-134.580, P=0.026). Conclusion: The FIB-4 index, calculable by routine laboratory tests, may be a valuable prognostic factor for COVID-19 mortality. This easily obtainable marker could help identify high-risk patients early, potentially allowing for more rapid intervention and treatment prioritization.
A Comparative Analysis of Antibiotic Prescribing Compliance Rates Between Emergency Medicine and Infectious Diseases Specialists in the Emergency Department
Authors: Asna Aashari Maedeh , Aghazadeh Pezhman , Javdani Esfehani Kourosh , Hessam Roxana , Rezai Mahdi , Tabibzadeh Dezfooli Seyedamir , Javan Alireza
Published: February 2025

Background: Antibiotic stewardship is crucial in the emergency department (ED) for optimizing patient outcomes and minimizing antimicrobial resistance. Understanding differences in antibiotic prescribing practices between emergency medicine (EM) and infectious diseases (ID) specialists can inform targeted interventions to enhance antibiotic use in the ED setting. This retrospective cross-sectional study aimed to compare antibiotic prescription compliance rates with established guidelines between EM and ID specialists within the ED. Methods: This retrospective cross-sectional study was conducted at Rasool Akram Hospital’s ED in 2022. Data from electronic health records and the prescription database were analyzed to compare antibiotic prescribing compliance rates between EM and ID specialists. Overall, 770 antibiotic prescriptions from the second half of 2022 were included in this study. Patient demographics, diagnoses, antibiotic details, and prescriber specialty were collected, and descriptive statistics were used to report the data. Finally, using chi-square or Fisher’s exact test, the subgroup analysis was considered to compare compliance rates between EM and ID specialists. Results: Of 770 patients with suspected infections, the ED prescribed antibiotics for 436 (56.6%). Levofloxacin was the most frequent ED antibiotic choice. ID specialists prescribed antibiotics less frequently for 157 patients (20.4%), favoring broad-spectrum combinations such as meropenem+vancomycin. In 38 cases (4.93%), ID specialists discontinued antibiotics initiated by the ED. This frequently involved discontinuing levofloxacin after a revised diagnosis of viral infection. There was low agreement between ED and ID specialists on antibiotic prescribing decisions (kappa: 0.095, P>0.05). Conclusion: Enhanced collaboration between EM and ID, including rapid diagnostics, tailored protocols, and targeted education, could optimize antibiotic prescribing in the ED. This has the potential to improve patient outcomes and combat antibiotic resistance.
Recent Advances in Dengue, Viral Hepatitis, and HIV Infections and Related Management Strategies
Authors: Aktar Fahima , Karim Ariful , Chowdhury Rifah Noor , Sultana Sifat Ara , Amran Md  Shah
Published: February 2025

Viral diseases are prevalent among humans, and antiviral medications treat these infections. Each year, billions of people suffer from a variety of viral diseases, and the COVID-19 pandemic alone caused the death of more than a million people worldwide in 2020. New viruses and viral strains continue to be discovered every year, and to keep up with the constantly changing nature of these infections, more and more antiviral drugs are being invented. This review examined recent advances in the area of dengue, hepatitis, and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), focusing on their epidemiological features, pathological characteristics, and treatment strategies. Furthermore, it explores antiviral drugs used to treat and manage these diseases, highlighting their mechanisms of action and approaches to destroy or inhibit different pathogens. Biological therapies, which represent the future of antiviral treatments, are also discussed. This review summarized current information on how these viral infections continue to claim thousands of lives and aimed to assist researchers in finding new ways to invent newer and more effective antivirals. It also aimed to guide healthcare professionals in determining the probable ways to manage these viral infections, resulting in fewer deaths and minimized suffering.
Anti-inflammatory Effects of Phyllanthus amarus Extracts Against Benzene-Induced Leukemia in Rats
Authors: Anyiam Arinze Favour , Muhibi Musa Abidemi , Iyare Godfrey Innocent , Omosigho Pius Omoruyi , Olaniyan Matthew Folaranmi , Obi Ejeatuluchukwu , Arinze-Anyiam Onyinye Cecilia , Emmanuel Fagbile Oluwafemi , Rachel Oyinloye Omotayo , Obeagu Emmanuel Ifeanyi , Eze Ukpai
Published: February 2025

Background: The present study examined the protective effects of extracts from Phyllanthus amarus on benzene-induced leukemia in Wistar rats. Benzene is a carcinogen linked to increased leukemia risk. Objectives: The study aimed to assess the impact of P. amarus extracts, prepared via different drying methods, on immunological, biochemical, and histopathological parameters. Methods: Aqueous, methanolic, and ethanolic extracts were prepared from P. amarus using room drying, oven drying, and sun drying. The rats were treated with benzene and the extracts. For the immunological parameters, C-reactive protein (CRP), interleukin-8 (IL-8), transforming growth factor-beta (TGF-β), tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-α), and IL-10 were measured using the enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay. For biochemical parameters, microalbumin, urea, creatinine, alanine aminotransferase (ALT), alkaline phosphatase (ALP), and aspartate aminotransferase (AST) were assessed using spectrophotometry. At the same time, for histopathological examination, liver and bone marrow tissues were stained using hematoxylin and eosin and analyzed for morphological changes. Results: Research findings showed no significant difference in CRP among the groups (P=0.197), indicating no significant inflammation or tissue damage. TGF-β levels were significantly lower in treatment groups compared to the positive control group (P=0.015), suggesting anti-inflammatory or immunosuppressive effects. No significant differences were found in IL-8, TNF-α, and IL-10 levels. The aqueous extract prepared by room drying significantly decreased microalbumin levels (P=0.016), representing potential protective effects on kidney function. The methanolic extract prepared by sun drying significantly reduced creatinine (P=0.032) and ALT (P=0.048) levels, implying beneficial effects on liver function. Histopathological examinations revealed that the extracts modulated bone marrow and liver morphologies, reducing inflammation while improving cellularity and morphology. Conclusion: P. amarus extracts demonstrated potential anti-inflammatory effects in benzene-induced leukemia by significantly reducing TGF-β levels without inducing inflammation, as evidenced by stable CRP, IL-8, and TNF-α levels. These findings suggest that the extracts may help mitigate inflammation associated with benzene exposure, highlighting their potential as adjunctive therapies in leukemia treatment. More studies are needed to understand these protective processes completely and investigate their clinical uses.
The Effectiveness of Kinesio Taping in Pregnancy-Related Back and Pelvic Girdle Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Motlagh Asghari Kimia , Toopchizadeh Vahideh , Mirzazadeh Yasaman , Jamali Fereshteh , Dolatkhah Neda
Published: February 2025

Background: Using Kinesio tape (KT) in managing low back pain among pregnant and postpartum women has gained significant attention. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of KT interventions in reducing pain intensity and disability levels in this population. Methods: A systematic search was conducted in English-language databases, including PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, ClinicalTrials.gov, Scopus, PEDro, AMED, and Iran Medex, with no time restrictions up until April 2024. Results: Ten randomized controlled trials (RCTs) met the inclusion criteria, investigating the effects of KT in pregnant and postpartum women with back and pelvic girdle pain. The risk of bias was assessed using the Cochrane risk of bias tool. The results indicated a significant improvement in pain intensity and disability among participants who received KT interventions. Conclusion: Despite variations in study design and sample sizes, the overall findings suggest a positive effect of KT in reducing back and pelvic girdle pain during pregnancy and the postpartum period. However, further research with larger sample sizes and more robust study designs is necessary to confirm these findings.
Community-based participatory process evaluation based on the Reach, Quality Control, Fidelity, Satisfaction, and Management (RQFSM) model in Nevada: A study protocol
Authors: Awan Asma , Sharma Manoj
Published: February 2025

Introduction: The healthcare system in Nevada has rural-urban, racial-ethnic, economic, and other inequities in care. Social determinants of health (SDOH) have exacerbated health disparities among high-risk and underprivileged populations. This study protocol presents Nevada’s COVID-19 public health disparity reduction initiatives and community-based participatory process evaluation methodologies. The participatory process evaluation based on the Reach, Quality Control, Fidelity, Satisfaction, Management (RQFSM) Model has been planned with 25 partner organizations that deliver public health services within Nevada. Methods: This program evaluation will be conducted by the University of Nevada, School of Public Health in collaboration with the Nevada Office of Minority Health and Equity (NOMHE) and the State of Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH), as primary agencies along with other partner organizations funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). A mixed-methods approach will be implemented to collect data from 25 partner organizations. For assessing the reach, quantitative and qualitative quarterly data collection reporting forms and focus group discussion (FGD) protocols will be designed; for quality control, fidelity, and management, semi-structured interviews and FGDs of project personnel and community members and process observation tally sheets will be generated, and for consumer satisfaction assessment, quantitative satisfaction surveys will be created in a participatory manner with all stakeholders. Results: The results of the protocol explain that community-based initiatives offer comprehensive, culturally competent, and high-quality primary healthcare services, while community health centers and other private sector groups can be considered as essential connections. Furthermore, it is anticipated that the necessity to integrate services like mental health, drug addiction treatment, pharmacies, disability assistance, and health care for older individuals would be acknowledged. This integration will be particularly crucial in places where access to reasonably priced healthcare is hampered by cultural, geographic, or economic restrictions. Conclusion: In this study, we describe the protocols of this community-based participatory process evaluation based on the RQFSM Model in Nevada
Effect of Hesperetin on the Experimental (Crushed) Sciatic Nerve Injury in the Rat Models
Authors: Moenoroaya Navid , Jahandideh Alireza , Asghari Ahmad , Mortazavi Pejman
Published: February 2025

Objectives: Peripheral nerve disorders are the most common neurologic complications in humans. Therefore, any effective intervention to treat or reduce the complications of these disorders can be helpful. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of hesperetin on the experimental (crushed) sciatic nerve injury in the rat models. Materials and Methods: In this experimental study, 60 adult male rats were studied in five groups (n = 12/each). The sham group (without nerve injury and treatment), the control group (with untreated nerve injury), and three experimental groups with injured sciatic nerve received oral hesperetin (100, 200, and 400 mg/kg, respectively) by gavage. All rats were euthanized on second and fourth post-treatment weeks for histopathological assessment of the sciatic nerve. Results: The results showed increased perineurium formation in the experimental group treated with 400 mg/kg hesperetin and a decrease in leukocyte infiltration in the experimental groups treated with 200 and 400 mg/kg hesperetin compared with the controls on second and fourth post-treatment weeks (P < 0.05). At the end of the second week, axon swelling significantly decreased in the group treated with 400 mg/kg hesperetin than the control group (P < 0.05). In addition, a decrease in the axonal count was observed in hesperetin-treated groups (200 and 400 mg/kg) after two weeks compared with the controls (P < 0.05). Conclusions: The expression of the S100 gene in groups treated with 100 and 400 mg/kg hesperetin showed a significant decrease compared with the control group on days 14 and 28. Our findings indicated that hesperetin positively affects sciatic nerve repair in the rat model.
Comparison of Consequences of Operculectomy Using Conventional Surgical Knife and Laser: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Authors: Kourehpaz Negar , Pakdel Farzaneh , Katebi Katayoun , Sarbakhsh Parvin , Abdollahzadeh Baghaei Tannaz , Halimi Milani Fatemeh , Hashemi Mohsen
Published: February 2025

Objectives: The excision of an inflamed operculum can be achieved using a conventional surgical knife (scalpel) or laser. In the current systematic review and meta-analysis, the pain and healing outcomes resulting from these two distinct operculectomy techniques were compared at various follow-up intervals. Methods: A comprehensive electronic search was conducted for studies published in English up to September 2023, focusing on the outcomes of operculectomy procedures using scalpel and laser techniques. The search encompassed PubMed/Medline, Web of Science, Google Scholar, Embase, Cochrane, and Scopus databases. The risk of bias was assessed with Cochrane risk-of-bias tool 2. Stata 17 software was used to perform a meta-analysis. Results: Seven studies were included, involving a total of 170 patients. The analysis revealed that there were no statistically significant differences in pain levels between the two groups on the second day (P = 0.07) and seventh day (P=0.10) follow-ups. Similarly, the healing index showed no significant variance between the two groups on the seventh day (P=0.34) and 14th day (P = 0.39) follow-ups. Conclusions: The meta-analysis indicated that there was no statistically significant difference in pain and healing outcomes resulting from operculectomy using a scalpel versus a diode laser. Nonetheless, further randomized clinical trials with larger sample sizes are required to establish definitive results. Systematic Review Registration: PROSPERO (CRD42022327014).
Providing Water Quality Index for Water use in Agriculture: A Case Study
Authors: Rezaei Sosan , Fataei Ebrahim
Published: February 2025

Background: Most countries face water scarcity, population growth, climate change, uneven water distribution, excessive water use, and biological, agricultural, and industrial water pollution. Using wastewater and brackish waterways for cultivation reduces pollution. Polluted water impacts human biology. Thus, they must be adequately studied before irrigating crops. Methods: This study used the analytical hierarchy process (AHP) to assess the quality of nonconventional agricultural waters from the Karaj and Anbaj wastewater treatment plants in Iran. Water quality was evaluated based on 7 primary criteria and 52 sub-criteria. The Canadian Water Quality Index (CWQI) and the proposed model were developed from the measured parameters of the effluent from both the Anbaj and Karaj treatment plants. The data were analyzed using the Expert Choice software. Results: In this study, chloride, fecal coliforms, and intestinal parasite eggs received the highest scores, while arsenic (As) and molybdenum (Mo) were assigned the lowest scores. The findings indicated that the effluent from the Anbaj wastewater treatment plant requires extensive treatment before being suitable for agricultural use. In contrast, the effluent from the Karaj wastewater treatment plant was of moderate quality and requires minimal treatment. This study recommends applying the proposed model to evaluate wastewater quality for agricultural purposes. Conclusion: Researches of soil and wastewater interactions suggests that crops irrigated with wastewater may pose risks to both ecosystems and human health due to physical, chemical, and microbiological factors. These impacts can compromise soil fertility and productivity. Therefore, the use of wastewater in agricultural practices should be implemented with appropriate safeguards.
Optimizing Reservoirs to Provide Water in Times of Crisis, With Emphasis on the Reuse of Treated Wastewater in Different Uses
Authors: Shamsaeifar Mohammad Reza , Mehrdadi Nasser , Nabi Bidhandi Ghulamreza
Published: February 2025

Background: Natural disasters, such as earthquakes, can disrupt water distribution systems, leading to prolonged water shortages and associated crises. Tehran, with its high seismic risk, necessitates robust emergency water management solutions to ensure adequate potable and non-potable water supply during critical conditions. Methods: Using GIS and WaterGEMS software, we evaluated the design and placement of emergency water reservoirs in ASP Town, Shahriar. Hydraulic modeling was conducted to optimize the piping, pressure, and flow dynamics for potable water supply under emergency conditions. Additionally, non-potable water reservoirs utilizing treated wastewater were designed for irrigation and fire suppression, incorporating solar-powered pumping systems to ensure energy efficiency. Results: A 50 m3 cylindrical steel emergency tank, connected to the urban water network, was proposed to provide 3 L of potable water per person for three days in a crisis. The system includes solar panels, a 250-W pump, and a hydraulic shut-off valve to maintain water quality and availability. For non-potable uses, a wastewater reservoir with a variable-speed pumping station supports irrigation and supplies 12 fire hydrants, meeting pressure and flow requirements during emergencies. Conclusion: This study highlights the importance of integrated water management strategies, including solar-powered systems and treated wastewater reuse, to improve resilience against natural disasters. The proposed designs ensure sustainable water supply and effective crisis management for drinking and non-potable applications in high-risk urban areas.
Effects of sleep extension combined with HIIT exercise on cortisol, IGF-1, and lactate levels in adolescents with sleep disorders: A randomized controlled trial
Authors: Ansari Soleyman , AdibSaber Fahimeh , Elmieh Alireza , Rezaei Maryam
Published: February 2025

Background and aims: Sleep disorders are associated with hormonal and metabolic disturbances in children and adults. This study aimed to investigate the effect of high-intensity interval training (HIIT), a sleep extension program, and the combination of both on blood cortisol (C), insulin-like growth hormone (IGF-1), IGF-1/C ratio, lactate concentration, and aerobic capacity (AC) in adolescent girls with disorders. Methods: This randomized controlled trial involved 80 girls with sleep disorders (aged 14.81±1.46 years) recruited from the Child and Adolescent Psychology Clinic of Langerod in 2022. They were randomly divided into four groups using Random Allocation Software: HIIT, a sleep extension program, a combination of HIIT+sleep extension, and a control group (n=20 per group). They participated in pre-test and post-test sessions for laboratory measurements and AC tests. The HIIT and combined groups followed the RAST protocol for four weeks, with three sessions per week. In addition, each participant in sleep extension and combined groups adhered to the sleep schedule for four weeks. Results: A paired t test revealed significant reductions in cortisol levels for the sleep extension and combined groups (P=0.006). Moreover, IGF-1, IGF-1/C ratio, lactate, and AC significantly improved in all three intervention groups (P<0.001). The analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) test showed significant differences between groups for cortisol (F=64.361, P=0.001), IGF-1 (F=21.706, P=0.0001), IGF-1/C (F=33.76, P=0.001), lactate (F=34.845, P=0.001), and AC (F=26.106, P=0.001). Conclusion: The findings provide evidence that combining HIIT with sleep extension can be an effective and safe intervention for improving the outcomes of sleep disorders in adolescent girls.
Limonene as a potential cardioprotective agent: mechanistic intuitions into antioxidant and anti-apoptotic properties in isoproterenol-induced ischemia in rats
Authors: Ebrahimi-Dehkordi Sepehr , Lorigooini Zahra , Bijad Elham , Rezaei Zahra , Hooshmand Fariba , Amini-Khoei Hossein
Published: February 2025

Background and aims: Excessive oxidative stress and increased apoptosis are the main culprits to heart damage associated with ischemic heart disease. This study aimed to demonstrate the cardioprotective properties of limonene (LIM), a monoterpenoid compound, in isoproterenol-induced ischemia (ISO-I) in rats. Methods: Forty male Wistar rats were divided into five groups (n=8). Normal saline (1 mL/kg) and LIM at doses of 10 mg/kg, 20 mg/kg, and 40 mg/kg were administered for seven days before the induction of ischemia by ISO. Creatine kinase-MB (CK-MB), creatine phosphokinase (CPK), lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), malondialdehyde (MDA), total antioxidant capability (TAC), and relative expression of BCL2 and BAX genes underwent measurement. Results: CK-MB (3.73±0.560 versus 0.888±0.317), CPK (901±72.2 versus 397±33.5), LDH (1992±176 versus 821±94.1), and MDA levels in the serum (65.6±11.0 versus 28.3±4.75) and heart (104±8.70 versus 65.3±7.46) samples significantly increased following ischemia in the treatment groups compared to the control group (P<0.001 for all markers). Ischemia decreased TAC in the heart (324±45.0 versus 588±64.5) and serum (202±23.0 versus 388±45.9) samples compared to the control counterparts (P<0.001 for both samples). ISO-I is associated with a decrease in Bcl-2 (0.880±0.118 versus 1.74±0.178) and an increase in BAX (2.75±0.124 versus 1.08±0.0938) gene expression in comparison to the control group (P<0.001 for both genes). LIM could reverse the aforementioned heart damage-related biomarkers in the serum and heart samples. Finally, LIM improved histopathological disarrangement following ischemia. Conclusion: The findings revealed that LIM, at least partially due to its antioxidant and anti-apoptotic potentials, exerted cardioprotection against ISO-induced heart ischemia in rats.
A Study on the Innovation Performance and Territorial Servitization in the Knowledge-intensive Business Service (KIBS): Focusing on the Seoul Metropolitan Area and the Chungcheong Region
Authors:   THE KOREA REGIONAL ECONOMIC ASSOCIATION, Lee Yoo Hwan
Published: February 2025

This study analyzes the innovation performance of knowledge-intensive business service (KIBS) and territorial servitization, aiming to derive academic and policy implications for fostering KIBS and achieving territorial servitization. The results show that IPRs creation activities positively influenced innovation performance only in the Seoul metropolitan area, while cooperation partnerships and innovative environments had positive effects on innovation performance in both the regions. Regarding innovation cooperation partnerships, collaboration with competitors within the same industry was most crucial in the Seoul metropolitan area and Chungcheong metropolitan cities. However, in the provincial areas of the Chungcheong region, internal and affiliate cooperation was found to be most important. In terms of territorial servitization, KIBS firms located in the provincial areas of that region were shown to generate innovation performance through linkages with manufacturing clients. Therefore, differentiated policy approaches are essential to enhance the innovation performance, alongside policy support for fostering collaborative partnerships and innovation environments. Comprehensive support policies are needed to promote territorial servitization strategies in non-metropolitan areas.
Role of Managerial Ability on the Relationship between Sustainability Report and Tax Avoidance on Firm Value
Authors: Gunawan Emylia Kusuma , Ng Suwandi , Mardiana Ana
Published: February 2025

The purpose of the study is to investigate the effect of managerial ability sustainability report and tax avoidance on firm value. This research uses purposive sampling method in sample selection. The data sources in this study are annual reports and sustainability reports of non-financial companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the period 2019 to 2021. Total of samples that met the criteria are 18 companies. The data collection method used is observation method. The study uses moderation regression analysis.
          The results show that sustainability report has a negative and no significant impact on firm value, tax avoidance has a positive and significant impact on firm value, managerial ability to strengthens the positive and significant influence between the sustainability report and firm value, managerial ability weakens the negative and no significant influence between the tax avoidance and firm value.
Vocabulary of the Visual Mode in the Story by I. S. Turgenev "Forest and Steppe" (from the Series "Notes of a Hunter")
Authors:   Municipal Educational Institution, Secondary School № 1 (Livny, Russian Federation), Zubtsova M.L. , Meshcheryakova O.A. ,   Pushkin State University
Published: February 2025

This article is devoted to the study of the vocabulary of the visual mode in the story of I. S. Turgenev "Forest and Steppe" from the cycle "Notes of a hunter". The lexical and semantic analysis of language units is used, as well as the analysis of the context of their inclusion. It is established that the visual mode in the description of nature is represented by three submodes: designations of light, color, shape of an object. The dominant feature of the analyzed semantics of perceptual lexemes is the tendency to nominate perception, determined by the register of time (time of day, season) and locative characteristics. The direct and figurative meaning of the usual lexemes of the visual mode, as well as occasional lexemes created by Turgenev, serve to express ideas about the physical and axiological characteristics of natural objects. The same goal is realized by the designation of the visual submodus in combination with other perceptual lexemes used in the story.
On the Problem of the Psych Semantic Domain Name
Authors:   Pushkin State University (St. Petersburg, Russian Federation), Zamanova I.V.
Published: February 2025

The article deals with the problem of the Human psych semantic domain name’s variety. Based on the material of the ideographic dictionaries, it is proved, that the field is named variably, oppositions are not clearly aligned, the composition of constituents is different. Based on the works of domestic and foreign scientists, a synonymous series of field names was formed, they are: emotions, psyche, spirit, feelings, inner world, inner state, mental state, psychological statives. Using the method of stepwise component analysis, it was found out, that the most successful option is the psychic, without -logical component. The name emotions is recognized as ambiguous in English, alien to the Russian naive picture of the world and possessing the features of the term. The division of the psyche system into a heart-sphere and a brain-sphere is proposed, which is confirmed by the data of contrastive and semantic analysis. It is recommended to allocate functional-nominative fields of feelings, emotions and states in the heart-sphere. Based on the model the definition of mental vocabulary is given. The proposed model, as well as the rejection of the name of the field emotions, can contribute to the solution of many methodological issues in the linguistic description of the human psyche.
Imagology within Philology
Authors:   Gubkin University (Moscow, Russian Federation), Papilova E.V.
Published: February 2025

After the term “imagology” entered the modern science lexicon, many new concepts defining various kinds of imagology were formed - artistic, literal, folklore, historical, linguistic, linguodidactic, potestarial, religious etc. However, the content of these concepts has not been completely defined; sometimes the term “imagology” is used in the wrong sense, and quite often studies which are imagological by their nature, do not contain any mention of this discipline at all. In this article, an attempt to classify the kinds of imagology is made. The author gives their definitions and describes some tendencies of this term’s entering the scientific exchange of ideas. Within the framework of philological imagology, the author distinguishes three of its areas - literary, folklore and linguistic, specifying their objects of study and the main directions of development.
Sasha Cherny's Publications for Children in the 1920s and 30s and the Assessment of Emigrant Criticism
Authors:   Pushkin State University, Zhirkova M.A.
Published: February 2025

Sasha Cherny turned to creativity for children in pre-revolutionary Russia, but it was in emigration that he developed as an author of children's works. The most active in creative terms are the periods of his life in Germany and France. The poet has about three fruitful years of life associated with Berlin. There, in a separate book, he published the most famous collection of poems for children "Children's Island", republished "The Living Alphabet", highly appreciated by the emigrant criticism of the poet. Sasha Cherny acted as an editor and compiler of collections of works for children, as well as a translator. France has become the last country in Sasha Cherny's emigrant odyssey. In Paris, "Mickey's Fox Diary" and "Cat Sanatorium" were released as separate books. Many publications for children took place in the newspaper "Latest News" and the magazine "Illustrated Russia", with which A. M. Cherny collaborated until the end of his days. They compiled the main content of children's books published in the late 1920s - early 1930s. The purpose of this article is to trace the history of Sasha Cherny's publications for children in exile and to present the first responses to them by contemporaries. The relevance of the research is determined by the growing interest in the literature of the Russian diaspora, and in particular, in the work of Sasha Cherny. The scientific novelty is explained by the fact that emigrant criticism of the writer's works published abroad in the 1920s and 30s was widely presented for the first time.
Semiotic Rock Constructs in Domestic Cinema Text (The Case of Yegor Letov)
Authors:   Moscow Pedagogical State University, Moscow International University, Merkushov S.F.
Published: February 2025

First of all, we should especially point out the promising nature of the semiotic perspective of studying text in line with transformations of cultural codes, concepts of the relationship between the visual and the verbal. In view of this, the article is an attempt to update the ways of intermedial research into ways of incorporating rock objects into a film text. Attention is focused on artistic film works, where in one way or another the phenomena of Yegor Letov’s universe could be presented in their various expressions - from purely nominative to multi-level and structure-forming in relation to these works. Such a summative analysis made it possible not so much to characterize general interrelated phenomena as to show the possibilities of mutual influence of visual, verbal and acoustic-musical textual series. Modern philology points to the promising nature of the semiotic perspective of studying text in line with transformations of cultural codes, concepts of the relationship between the visual and the verbal. In view of this, the article is an attempt to update the ways of intermedial research into ways of incorporating rock objects into a film text. Attention is focused on artistic film works. Such works present the phenomena of Yegor Letov’s creativity. Forms of presentation: simple and multi-level. The following situations are considered: conscious quotation and representation of a specific quote by the director/screenwriter; re-interpretation of Letov's texts by film authors; fragments of Letov’s texts that are presented implicitly (minus technique); Expanding quotes from interviews. Such a summative analysis made it possible to characterize the general phenomena of quoting Letov’s poetry through cinema. The possibilities of mutual influence of visual, verbal and acoustic-musical textual series are also shown.
Stereotyping Visual and Heartfelt Admiration in Various Linguistic Cultures
Authors:   the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic, Nalchik, Russian Federation, Maremukova E.V.
Published: February 2025

The article is a contrastive analysis of the linguistic representation of stereotypical ideas associated with visual and heartfelt admiration in Kabardino-Circassian, Russian and English languages. Using general scientific and linguistic research methods, such as methods of conceptual, etymological and component analyses, as well as comparison and interpretation, the material of three languages with different structures was comprehensively analyzed. The work uses both oral and written sources, including data from the paremiological fund of the languages being compared, as well as lexicographic publications and Internet resources. The relevance of the study is confirmed by the need to decode ethnocultural information recorded in language, both to establish effective intercultural dialogue, promote integration processes of different peoples and cultures, bring them closer to universal values, and at the same time preserve the national and cultural identity of speakers of languages with different structures in the context of globalization and the desire for cosmopolitanism and monotony, which threaten the national mentality, value system and cultural distinctiveness of individual peoples. The results of the comparative study revealed general and nationally specific characteristics in the linguistic objectification of visual and heartfelt admiration in various linguistic cultures, transmitted by lexical-semantic and morpho-syntactic means.
Difficult Working Conditions of Migrant Workers: An Example of an Industrial Area in South of Türkiye
Authors: Acar Onur , Kurt Burak , Koyu Orhan Alper , Akbaba Muhsin , Nazlıcan Ersin , İlter Hüseyin , Kaya Erhan , Sahın Musa
Published: February 2025

The integration of refugees into their work lives is crucial issue for public health.This study aimed to reveal some characteristics of the working life of Syrian refugees in Türkiye. This cross-sectional study employed the convenience sampling method to select participants in one of the provinces in Türkiye that hosts the highest number of refugees compared to its population. The data collected via a questionnaire were analyzed using the Chi-square, T test, One-way ANOVA, and Pearson correlation statistical methods. All the Syrian workers surveyed were unregistered, and 42.8% worked in the industry. Average weekly working hours were 66.2 hours, and 78.1% of the workers were paid less than the legal minimum wage. Weekly working hours or a high level of education did not lead to an increase in salary. The Syrian refugees changed jobs frequently due to poor working conditions, and 57.2% had a work accident in Türkiye. Syrian workers have been found to have adverse working conditions, including long working hours, low pay, lack of vocational training and a high risk of work accidents. It is recommended to carry out further studies together with the necessary arrangements.
Bibliometric analysis of retracted papers in the field of hypertension
Authors: Kaya Erhan , Gökmen Rasim , Kerkütlüoğlu Murat
Published: February 2025

Retraction is the act of withdrawing an academic article. The aim of this study was to comprehensively evaluate retracted publications on hypertension, one of the most prevalent chronic diseases worldwide. A search strategy was conducted in the Web of Science database. Information such as publication and retraction dates, the duration between them, the journal, the document type, the country of corresponding author, the reason for retraction and the requesting party, and the citation count were recorded. Trend analysis was used to illustrate the evolution of retracted papers over the years. The median duration of retracted papers was 681 days, with a median citation count of 6. The number of retracted publications has tended to increase over the years. The most frequently identified reasons for retraction were errors, fraud, and peer review issues. A total of 33.0% of the manuscripts mentioned funding. In terms of country distribution, China led with 29.1% retracted papers, followed by Japan and the USA. These findings underscore the detrimental impact of the length and increasing number of retraction periods on the reliability of the literature. Additionally, it highlights that this is a global issue prevalent among researchers’ publications in different countries, emphasizing the need for universal attention to scientific publication ethics and research standards.
La importancia de capacitar en temas de publicación científica a los alumnos y docentes universitarios
Authors: Ardito Saenz Fernando
Published: February 2025

La investigación científica que involucra a alumnos y docentes universitarios forma parte del proceso de desarrollo profesional tanto en Pregrado como en Posgrado, y genera nuevos conocimientos que contribuyen al avance de la sociedad. Durante todo el proceso de la investigación científica se consultan fuentes validas de información científica que ayudan durante el proceso de la investigación y en la preparación del manuscrito que se va a difundir y que ayudará al avance de la ciencia. Para difundir los resultados de las investigaciones científicas se cuentan con varios medios de difusión, pero para que efectivamente se contribuya con el desarrollo de la ciencia, se debe realizar un proceso de validación de todos los contenidos de la obra que se va a difundir, y actualmente las revistas científicas cuentan con un proceso de validación denominado “Revisión por pares”, proceso por el cual solo se publicará en una revista científica, un artículo que haya aprobado este proceso, razón por la cual Instituciones de todo el mundo en las cuales los alumnos y docentes desean registrarse para ser reconocidos oficialmente como investigadores científicos, por lo que deben publicar un número mínimo de artículos científicos en revistas indizadas en base de datos documentación científica, y la realidad está en que la mayoría de las veces alumnos y docentes universitarios no hemos recibido una capacitación en los pasos seguir para preparar y enviar un manuscrito para que evalúen su publicación en una revista científica, y en las Universidades se debe preparar un plan de trabajo que ayude a capacitar a toda la Comunidad Universitaria para obtener las habilidades para lograr que sus manuscritos sean recibidos y aceptados para que se evalúe su publicación.
Infarto en la arteria de percheron: un diagnóstico raro y desafiante. a proposito de un caso
Authors: Dávila-Hernández Carlos Alberto , Aguilar-Altamirano Armando , Massironi Palomino Ysabel Rossana
Published: February 2025

Paciente mujer de 67 años de edad, ingresa a la emergencia del hospital acompañada de familiar: hija refiriendo que la ve descompensada: con tendencia al sueño y con dificultad para responder al interrogatorio; con antecedente de hipertensión arterial (HTA); al examen clínico preferencial: somnolienta, Glasgow: apertura ocular: 3, respuesta verbal: 4, respuesta motora: 5, 12/15, pupilas: hiporreactivas, no signos de focalización; se solicita tomografía axial computarizada (TAC) de cabeza sin contraste informando: tomográficamente adecuada para su edad; con el transcurrir de las horas hay mayor compromiso neurológico: se agrega confusión, desorientación, deja de hablar, la mirada se vuelve fija y va ingresando del coma superficial al profundo; se repetir la TAC de cabeza sin contraste, informando: hipodensidades en región paramediana de ambos tálamos sin compromiso de mesencéfalo: infarto en la arteria de Percheron; se realiza interconsulta a unidad de cuidados intensivos (UCI), quien indica pase a su servicio: para manejo. Paciente fallece al siguiente día.
Analisis Efektivitas Pelaporan Pajak Pertambahan Nilai Dengan Menggunakan E-Faktur
Authors: Pratama Rasyid Adi , Djasamanuddin D , Aji Sapto Bayu , Handayani H , Dekiawan Hermada
Published: February 2025

This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of value added tax (VAT) reporting using the e-invoice application at PT YYY during the period from 2022 to 2024. This research method uses a descriptive qualitative approach that describes the level of effectiveness of reporting Periodic VAT Returns. Data collection techniques are interviews and documentation. The results of the study show that although there were 3 delays out of a total of 36 reports during the observation period, the effectiveness of reporting Periodic VAT Returns of PT YYY can be concluded as effective. The obstacle in the form of the expiration of the electronic certificate is the main cause of the delay in reporting Periodic VAT Returns. In addition, employee knowledge of the users of the E-invoice application is also a problem. Therefore, it is necessary to improve the Company's reporting performance and knowledge regarding the expiration date of electronic certificates in order to avoid errors that hinder the VAT reporting process.