bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Subclinical inflammation in paediatric patients with primary hypertension and white coat hypertension
Authors: Dziedzic-Jankowska Katarzyna , Bujanowicz Adam , Szyszka Michał , Stelmaszczyk-Emmel Anna , Skrzypczyk Piotr
Published: November 2024

Introduction and objective: Evaluation of subclinical inflammation in patients with primary hypertension (PH) and white coat hypertension (WCH). Materials and methods: In 56 untreated paediatric patients with PH, 40 with WCH, and 30 healthy individuals (control group, CG), we evaluated high sensitivity C-reactive protein (hsCRP), interleukin 18 (IL-18) levels, complete blood count-derived markers of inflammation, office and ambulatory blood pressure, and selected clinical and biochemical parameters. Results: hsCRP was significantly higher in PH patients compared to CG, and neutrophil and monocyte counts were significantly higher in PH and WCH patients compared to CG. Receiver operating characteristic analysis revealed good prognostic profiles for hsCRP, neutrophil, lymphocyte, monocyte, and platelet counts, as well as neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR), monocyte-to-neutrophil ratio, and platelet-to-mean platelet volume ratio as predictors of the presence of PH. In multivariate analysis, monocyte-to-lymphocyte ratio (MLR) and platelet count (β = 0.217, β = 0.191) were significant predictors of office diastolic blood pressure Z-score, while neutrophil count predicted 24 h systolic blood pressure Z-score (β = 0.365), MLR, lymphocyte count, IL-18, and NLR predicted 24 h diastolic blood pressure Z-score (β = 0.305, β = 0.253, β = −0.197, β = −0.189), and neutrophil count together with IL-18 predicted 24 h mean arterial pressure Z-score (β = 0.210, β = −0.209). Conclusions: 1. Patients with PH and WCH are characterised by similar levels of subclinical inflammation, which are significantly higher compared to healthy peers. 2. Complete blood count-derived indices, especially neutrophil count and MLR, can serve as important adjuncts to the clinical evaluation of paediatric patients with PH.
Bullous myringitis mimicking tick on tympanic membrane: a rare cause of otalgia
Authors: Che Mohd Razali Siti Sarah , Mohamad Irfan
Published: November 2024

Aim: Common causes of otalgia include otitis media, otitis externa, mastoiditis, bullous myringitis, and foreign bodies. Bullous myringitis is an inflammation of the tympanic membrane manifesting with fluid-filled blisters on its surface. The aim of this case presentation was to highlight the causes of otalgia and the importance of correct differential diagnosis of these different pathologies. In tropical countries, including Turkey, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and India, otoacariasis is a frequent cause of otalgia. Case report: We report a case of an 8-year-old girl presenting with left otalgia and low-grade fever. On examination, there was a vesicle on the tympanic membrane without pinna or tragal tenderness. The first attending physician misdiagnosed the patient as presenting with a tick on the tympanic membrane instead of bullous myringitis. She was referred to an otorhinolaryngology clinic for a tick on the tympanic membrane, where she received a revised diagnosis of bullous myringitis. The patient was treated with oral antibiotics and analgesics. She underwent regular follow-up, achieved a complete recovery and was discharged well. Conclusion: Early diagnosis and correct management are essential to ensure the most optimal outcome for patients.
The role of magnesium sulphate infusion in controlling muscle spasms and rigidity in a child with severe generalised tetanus unresponsive to diazepam in a resource-limited hospital – a case report and literature review
Authors: Sutjonong Tioky , Pulinggomang Bethseba Brontang , Sirait Anike Natalina , Bratha I Nyoman Yesua Dharma Surya , Husada Dominicus
Published: November 2024

Tetanus is an acute and potentially fatal spastic paralytic disease. This case aims to describe the role of magnesium sulphate infusion in controlling muscle spasms and rigidity in a child with severe generalised tetanus in a resource-limited hospital. A six-year-old unimmunised child with severe tetanus was brought to the emergency unit of the Kalabahi Regional Hospital. The patient was treated with intramuscular human tetanus immunoglobulin, intravenous metronidazole, and ceftriaxone. Diazepam infusion was administered and gradually increased to a dose of 140 mg/day. The patient was unresponsive to diazepam, so intravenous magnesium sulphate was administered at a dose of 100 mg/kg for 30 minutes, followed by an infusion at 40 mg/kg/hour. The patient responded well to the treatment and was discharged from the hospital on day 28. Magnesium sulphate infusion can be an effective adjunctive therapy to control muscle spasms and rigidity in children with severe generalised tetanus.
Severe neurological and ocular manifestations in paediatric patients with toxoplasmosis. Case-series study with review of the current literature
Authors: Mikołajczyk Katarzyna , Ordon Agata Joanna , Kuc Anna , Majda-Stanisławska Ewa , Zeman Krzysztof , Tkaczyk Marcin
Published: November 2024

Toxoplasmosis, both congenital and postnatally acquired, is a parasitic disease caused by infection with the protozoan Toxoplasma gondii. The most serious manifestation of this disease is congenital toxoplasmosis, resulting from transplacental infection of the foetus during pregnancy. Retinochoroiditis, intracranial calcifications, and hydrocephalus are considered the classic triad of congenital toxoplasmosis. This article describes four cases of severe neurologic and ocular manifestations in paediatric patients diagnosed with toxoplasmosis. The main aim was to examine the nature of clinical presentation as well as to emphasise the necessity of properly administered antiparasitic therapy and underline the importance of prenatal screening to reduce the risk of congenital transmission to the foetus.
Elaboration and characterization of Cu–Zn–Al shape memory alloys
Authors: Makri Hocine , Saib Cherif , Amroune Salah , Zergane Said , Mohamad Barhm , Benarioua Mokhtar , Necib Kamel
Published: November 2024

The study examines Cu–Zn–Al shape memory alloys, vital in aeronautics and automotive sectors. It aims to characterize their thermo-mechanical transformations induced by composition and heat treatments, focusing on how these impact mechanical properties, especially grain size refinement. Analysis covers transformation temperatures, micro-hardness, induced transformations, and mechanical tests. Results show thermoplastic martensitic transformations, with micro-hardness aiding in identifying characteristic points. The study's novelty lies in understanding how grain size refinement affects these transformations and the role of micro-hardness in precise characterization.
Bearing capacity of eco-friendly RC short piles exposed to groundwater salts
Authors: Naser Fatimah H. , Naser Maryam H. , Almamoori Ali Hameed Naser , Hussien Mohammed L. , Jebril Lina Mahmoud Tawfiq
Published: November 2024

Twenty-eight piles were divided into four groups. Two groups were made of natural aggregate, while the other two were made of full replacement of recycled aggregate. In each group, the cement was replaced with 0, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30% of silica fume. Two groups were stored for 270 days under normal water conditions, while the other two were stored underground water conditions. Tests results have shown that it’s possible to improve the strength and the structural behavior of piles under sulfate attack considerably by using 20% of silica fume, while 15% is sufficient when the piles are under normal conditions. However, high levels of silica fume 25–30% in recycled aggregate concretes piles and 20–30% in normal aggregate concretes piles gave a clear decrease in ultimate load capacity.
PROSES PENYUSUNAN DAN PENETAPAN ANGGARAN PENDAPATAN DAN BELANJA DAERAH DEWAN PERWAKILAN RAKYAT DAERAH KOTA BOGOR
Authors: Asep Arsyad  , Jovanya Nazmi Aufa
Published: November 2024

Pengelolaan keuangan suatu daerah sangat mempengaruhi masa depannya, apakah daerah tersebut kuat atau lemah? Penelitian ini ingin mengetahui kinerja Pemerintah Daerah dalam menggunakan anggaran pendapatan dan belanja secara efektif dan efsisen serta mampu memaksimalkan sumber penerimaan daerah. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah kualitatif natural, melalui teknik pengumpulan data melalui wawancara dan pengumpulan dokumen/arsip di Sekretariat DPRD Kota Bogor.  Berdasarkan analisis lapangan diperoleh hasil bahwa dari mulai rencana, pelaksanaan, dan evaluasi anggaran, dilakukan dengan baik dan prosedural. Wajar kalau Kota Bogor mengalami kenaikan pendapatan Rp500 miliar dari tahun anggaran sebelumnya. Dan, APBD 2023 menargetkan pendapatan sebesar Rp 3,08 triliun.
A Possible Patronal Orientation for St Guthlac’s Church, Passenham
Authors: Blackham Kate
Published: November 2024

Medieval churches in England have a wide variety of orientations. Some have an equinoctial orientation, facing true east towards the sunrise on the equinox. However, most, although facing eastwards, diverge from true east, and over the centuries the reason for such variation has been the subject of much debate. A popular, but by no means proven, theory is that they are oriented towards the rising Sun on the feast day of their particular patron saint. This paper considers St Guthlac’s, Passenham, a Northamptonshire church close to the ancient Danelaw border with alleged connections to King Edward the Elder and the West Saxon army in the tenth century AD. The church orientation shows good agreement with the rising Sun on the feast day of St Guthlac, a popular Mercian warrior saint of the period, who was celebrated as a symbol of the Anglo-Saxons’ potential for victory over the pagan Vikings.
“Between Ancient and Modern Astronomy” – The 30th Annual Conference of the European Society for Astronomy in Cultures (SEAC), Warsaw, Poland, 6th–9th September, 2023
Authors: Alexander Danielle
Published: November 2024

This is a review of the 2023 SEAC conference.
Jamie Hampson, Sam Challis and Joakim Goldhahn (eds), 'Powerful Pictures: Rock Art Research Histories around the World'
Authors: Barnett Tertia
Published: November 2024

Jamie Hampson, Sam Challis and Joakim Goldhahn (eds)Powerful Pictures: Rock Art Research Histories around the WorldArchaeopress Archaeology, 2022. Paperback 180 pages, illustrated. ISBN: 9781803273884. £35.
Análise dos Impactos da Fumicultura Sobre o Meio Ambiente, á Saúde dos Fumicultores e Iniciativas de Gestão Ambiental na Indústria do Tabaco
Authors: Chaves Edson Valente
Published: November 2024

A fitorremediação é uma técnica promissora que utiliza sistemas vegetais para recuperar águas e solos contaminados por poluentes orgânicos ou inorgânicos, entre eles os metais pesados. O objetivo deste trabalho foi verificar a eficiência das espécies Senna multijuga, Schizolobium amazonicum e Caesalpinia echinata na remediação de solos contaminados do aterro sanitário (ASC) e Pólo Industrial de Manaus (PIM) por Co, Cd, Cr, Cu, Fe, Mn, Ni, Pb e Zn. O estudo foi desenvolvido em casa de vegetação durante cinco meses, sendo as partes aéreas e radiculares secas a 65 oC, digeridas com HNO3 e HClO4 (4:1) a 200 oC por duas horas e as concentrações de metais pesados determinadas por FAAS. Os resultados mostraram que a distribuição relativa é diferenciada na parte aérea e radicular para Co, Cu, Cr, Cd, Fe, Mn, Ni, Pb e Zn. Entre os metais Zn, Cd, Cu, Fe e Mn ocorrem interações antagônicas.A espécie Senna multijuga foi a que melhor desenvolveu-se nos solos contaminados. A Caesalpinia echinata possui potencial acumulador para os elementos Mn e Zn. As três espécies podem ser classificadas como fitoextratora e hiperacumuladora para Co, Cd, Cu, Ni, Mn, Fe, Cr, Zn e Pb, independentemente dos solos analisados. Apesar de serem absorvidos, os metais Cr e Zn na Senna multijuga em solo C e Cd, nas três espécies no C e na Shizolobium amazonicum no M, todas no ASC, não puderam ser considerados hiperacumulados.
Educação Especial Inclusiva (EEI) na Educação Profissional e Tecnológica
Authors: Oliveira Anna Vanessa Lima de , Ferreira Marcos Ramon Gomes
Published: November 2024

A pesquisa investiga como o Instituto Federal de Brasília - IFB tem trabalhado com a Educação Especial Inclusiva - EEI, diante das especificidades da Educação Profissional e Tecnológica - EPT, apresentando os principais conceitos da EEI e propondo um produto educacional com foco no aprimoramento desta inclusão. Utilizou-se a análise documental e bibliográfica relativas à EEI e a EPT, analisando seus principais conceitos e legislações. Foi realizada, também, uma pesquisa de campo no IFB, através de entrevistas semiestruturadas e questionários aplicados aos servidores da instituição. Os resultados alcançados demonstram que, apesar de possuir uma política inclusiva, a EEI ainda está amadurecendo no IFB, destacando-se os desafios a serem superados nesse processo.
A educação para e pelo lazer em um Instituto Federal
Authors: Rocha Aracele de Paula Garcia
Published: November 2024

Este estudo apresenta uma pesquisa qualitativa, que objetivou investigar se há projetos de extensão desenvolvidos no IFMG Campus Bambuí que contribuem para a educação para e pelo lazer aos estudantes da educação profissional técnica de nível médio e à comunidade em seu entorno e como ocorre tal contribuição. Para tanto, realizou-se pesquisa bibliográfica para compreender conceitos e pontos de vista dos teóricos; pesquisa documental dos projetos de extensão; entrevistas aos orientadores e; questionário aos alunos bolsistas e voluntários. Os dados foram analisados pelo método de análise de conteúdo, demonstrando que os orientadores compreendem a importância do tema em meio a práticas de ensino tradicionais, necessitando mais ações similares e que os estudantes vivenciaram experiências de criticidade, criatividade, aprendizagens, habilidades e promoção de mudanças. Constatou-se, portanto, que os projetos de extensão investigados proporcionaram a educação para e pelo lazer com aprendizagens para além da grade curricular.
O aluno adulto do curso técnico subsequente e o desafio da inclusão educacional
Authors: Magalhães Esperanza Braga , Garzoni Lerice de Castro , Marcusso Marcus Fernandes
Published: November 2024

Este artigo busca compreender as necessidades informacionais do aluno adulto do curso técnico subsequente em Paisagismo do Instituto Federal de Minas Gerais Campus Santa Luzia, no intuito de promover sua integração no ambiente da educação profissional tecnológica através de estratégias de inclusão social. A coleta de dados foi feita por meio de entrevista semiestruturada, cujos dados foram submetidos à Análise de Conteúdo. Como proposta de intervenção elaborou-se e aplicou-se um produto educacional destinado a suprir essas demandas informacionais e consequentemente promover maior autonomia e cidadania no contexto educacional e profissional.
Some thermobiological features of the grass snake Natrix natrix (Linnaeus, 1758) and the common European adder Vipera berus (Linnaeus, 1758) in cohabitation in the Kama Cis-Urals
Authors:   Perm State Humanitarian Pedagogical University, Chetanov Nikolai A. ,   Perm State University, Litvinov Nikolai A. ,   Perm State Humanitarian Pedagogical University, Ganshchuk Svetlana V. ,   Perm State Humanitarian Pedagogical University, Galiulin Danila M. ,   Perm State University
Published: November 2024

The paper presents data on the body temperature, surface temperature of the selected substrate, and ground air temperature for the common grass snake Natrix natrix (Linnaeus, 1758) and the common European adder Vipera berus (Linnaeus, 1758) during syntopy in the Kama Cis-Urals. Thermal preferences and modal classes have been determined for both species according to three thermobiological parameters, and a detailed statistical analysis of the median modal classes has been carried out which provides a more accurate analysis of the differences in temperature preferences between the species. It was revealed that the average temperatures of the body and the environment are significantly higher for the common European adder. These features may be associated with the choice of specific conditions within the general biotope, since the common European adder is more often found in open, well-heated areas.
Genome-wide association study with of single nucleotide polymorphisms with chest width in in Severocavcazskaya sheep breed
Authors:   North Caucasus Federal University, Zuev Roman V. , Krivoruchko Alexander Yu. ,   North Caucasus Federal Agricultural Research Center,   North Caucasus Federal University, Likhovid Natalia G. ,   North Caucasus Federal University, Krivoruchko Olga N. ,   North Caucasus Federal Agricultural Research Center
Published: November 2024

The growing global demand for lamb poses the challenge for breeders to increase the meat produc­tivity of existing sheep breeds. It depends on the combined influence of a large number of genes influencing the development of muscle tissue. Many of them have not yet been described as candidate genes for productive qualities, since the influence of genes may vary depending on the breed and living conditions of the animals. One of the most effective methods for searching for such genes is genome-wide association study (GWAS). The article presents GWAS results for the parameter “chest width” associated with meat productivity in sheep of the Severocavcazskaya sheep breed. Animal genotypeing was carried out using Illumina Ovine Infinium HD Bead­Chip 600K DNA biochips. Quality control of genotyping and GWAS were carried out using PLINK V.1.07 software. Visualization and plotting were performed using the “QQman” package in the “R” programming lan­guage. As a result, it was possible to identify 9 single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) that showed a signifi­cant connection with the studied phenotypic trait. Eight substitutions are localized in the introns of protein-cod­ing genes, and the rs417623542 substitution is located in the exon. On this basis, we proposed 5 candidate genes associated with the studied parameter: DPYD, FSHR, PRR16, SLC19A3 and BMPR1B. The DPYD and SLC19A3 genes play an important role in metabolism; the FSHR, PRR16 and BMPR1B genes are involved in the regula­tion of cell growth and cell differentiation. Subsequent studies should be aimed at studying the structure of these genes to identify the mechanism of their influence on the parameters of animal meat productivity. The SNPs identified during the study can be used as molecular markers in sheep breeding.
Decoration of porous faience with high temperature decal (low-temperature firing and non-firing method)
Authors:   Moscow State Technology University “STANKIN”, Papulova Galina N.
Published: November 2024

The glue paste compositions with various polimers to put decals on the porous faience are worked out; low-molecular liquid substances of glue paste as vanish film solvents with the same compatibility parameters are chosen. Because of vanish decal film and unglazed porous faience surface has different hydrophobicity, for improving of pigment adgesion the necessary amount of solvents was taken.; influence of mixture of various inorganic substances in the glue paste are shown.
Investigation of some properties of a composite biomaterial based on betulin treat infected wounds and burns
Authors:   Tomsk State University, Fedorishin Dmitriy A. , Bakibaev Abdigali A. ,   Tomsk State University, Lyapunova Maria V. ,   Tomsk State University, Takibayeva Altynaray T. ,   Karaganda Technical University named after Abylkas Saginov, Demets Olga V. ,   Karaganda Technical University named after Abylkas Saginov, Kurzina Irina A. ,   Tomsk State University, Mamaeva Elena A. ,   Tomsk Polytechnic University, Aliyeva Madina R. ,   Karaganda University named after Y.A. Buketov
Published: November 2024

An urgent problem of modern medicine is the problem of treatment of infected wounds, which is associated with the prevalence of wounds of various etiologies, purulent complications, high mortality, and high material costs of treatment. For the treatment of wounds most often used local effects of drugs, in particular, use a variety of coatings and dressings. Types of these dressings are quite diverse. They can be created on the basis of bioresorbable materials, contain other therapeutic substances such as enzymes, anesthetics, antibiotics in order to have a complex effect on the wound healing process. The choice of optimal local wound coatings or their effective combinations with physiotherapeutic methods of treatment of local superficial and deep wounds and prevention of wound infection remains an unsolved problem. In this regard, the creation of new wound healing preparations and wound coatings based on them seems to be very relevant. At the moment, there are many biologically active substances suitable for the therapy of wounds and burns. These substances can have a variety of origins - both synthetic and natural. Recently, the attention of specialists to drugs of natural origin is constantly growing. Interest in the use of such drugs is justified by their high efficiency, the lack of the need for complex synthesis, a wide range of pharmacological activity, as well as the possibility of using them for a long time without complications and side effects. The specific weight and volume of production of medicines obtained by synthetic transformations of substances extracted from wild and cultivated plants is increasing worldwide. Substances of plant origin are now increasingly being used in medical products for a wide range of purposes. One of such substances are derivatives of natural pentacyclic triterpenoid betulin extracted from birch bark. Betulin and its derivatives have high biological activity. This substance and its derivatives exhibit a complex of biologically active properties such as wound healing, antibacterial, antitumor, hypolipidemic, hepatoprotective, antiviral and others. Betulin, overcoming resistance, induces apoptosis of malignized cells in various human cancers. It should also be noted that sufficient raw material base and biological activity of betulin put it in a number of valuable natural sources for use both in the native state and in the form of various transformation products, which makes it relevant to develop drugs based on it.
Effects of barrier discharge at atmospheric pressure on physical and morphological properties of the wheat variety "Navruz"
Authors:   Tomsk State University, Khodzhaev Abdullo T. , Solikhova Makhina I. ,   Tomsk State University, Kurzina Irina A. ,   Tomsk State University, Daybova Elena B. ,   Tomsk State University; Siberian Research Institute of Agriculture and Peat – Branch of SFNCA RAS, Khojazoda Toir A. ,   Tajik National University
Published: November 2024

To improve the growth and development of industrial crops, various physical methods of external factors influence on seeds before sowing are widely used. The work shows that pre-sowing treatment of wheat seeds by barrier discharge at atmospheric pressure improves the realization of genetic information, and contributes to the enhancement of physical and biochemical processes. At the initial stages of seed germination, the study found that treatment of wheat seeds with barrier discharge primarily affects the germination energy and overall germination. In this regard, we investigated the effect of barrier discharge at atmospheric pressure in three variants: 1-min/A, 1-min/B, and 2-min. We set a goal to find out the effect of barrier discharge at atmospheric pressure on physical and morphological properties of wheat variety "Navruz", namely growth, development, and formation of roots. The seeds were treated in the laboratory of the Institute of High Current Electronics SB RAS. The experiments were carried out in the Siberian Research Institute of Agriculture and Peat (branch of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences). It was found that the sensitivity of plants to physical factors depends on the dose and time of treatment, which can lead to an increase and change in their morphological properties. The highest indices in the laboratory tests were shown by the seeds soaked in distilled water: germination energy and germination of all seeds were the same (98%); length (5,1 sm - control variant) and mass of seedlings (0,8 g - control variant); length (7,1 sm - 1-min/t and control variant), quantity (4,8 pieces - 1-min/t and control variant) and mass of roots (0,3 g-1min/t). The experiments showed that the barrier discharge gives a positive effect, leading to changes in the physical and morphological properties of wheat, its functional group, including N-H, affects the germination energy and overall germination of wheat.
Degradation of dichlofenac by means of advanced oxidation processes in water media
Authors:   Tomsk State University, Skvortsova Lidia N. , Makarova Valeria M. ,   Tomsk State University, Dychko Konstantin A. ,   Tomsk State University, Bolgaru Konstantin A. ,   Tomsk Scientific Center of SB RAS
Published: November 2024

The photocatalytic activity of iron-containing metal-ceramic composites based on silicon nitride modified with semiconductor tantalum oxo compounds in the process of oxidative degradation of diclofenac (DCF) was investigated. The composites were synthesized by autowave combustion in nitrogen atmosphere of ferrosilicoaluminum with different additives (5, 10, 15 wt%) of metallic tantalum. The phase composition was determined by X-ray diffraction and IR-spectroscopy, and the content of elements in local surface areas was quantitatively evaluated by X-ray spectral microanalysis. The activity of composites under conditions of heterogeneous photocatalysis, combined heterogeneous photocatalysis with photo-Fenton and "Peroxone" processes under UV irradiation, catalytic ozonation under UV and visible light irradiation was studied. The combination of heterogeneous photocatalysis and "Peroxone" process is the most effective. The Langmuir-Hinshelwood scheme was applied to establish the mechanism of DCF photocatalytic degradation process.
THE 2024 EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT ELECTIONS: HISTORICAL TRENDS AND DISPOSITION OF POLITICAL FORCES
Authors:   Institute of History of Ukraine, NASU, Kyiv, Ukraine, Martynov Andrii
Published: November 2024

The article is devoted to the analysis of the results of the 2024 European Parliament elections. The research methods correspond to the research task. This is a comparative method (provided an analysis of the positions of various political forces), a chronological method (made it possible to highlight the historical dynamics of the European Parliament elections in the first quarter of the 21st century), a statistical method (contributed to the demonstration of the dynamics of the results of the leading political forces that received representation in the Parliament). The scientific novelty of the study is determined by the analysis of the competition trends of liberal-conservative political forces, European skeptical political subjects, left and right populists. The result of the European Parliament elections showed a relative weakening of the centrist political forces. Conclusions. Populist diseases of liberal democracies are actively used by autocracies to discredit the democratic experience of political life. The process of development of European integration has reached a strategic dilemma. The first scenario of the development of events concerns the synchronous continuation of the qualitative filling of integration (the development of joint policies in the field of migration, the common market, the strengthening of the Monetary Union) and the expansion of the European Union to the Western Balkans, Moldova, and Ukraine. An alternative scenario of the evolution of the European Union concerns the rejection of the rapid accession of the candidate countries, the introduction of stricter migration policy rules. The European Union remains a liberal political project. The political strengthening of European skeptics is due to the slowdown in the development of the leading economies of the EU member states and means the intensification of political competition. The European Parliament of the 2024-2029 convocation is the arena of such a political struggle, which determines the medium-term prospects of the European integration process.
THE ROLE OF THE EASTERN PARTNERSHIP IN THE COMMON FOREIGN AND SECURITY POLICY OF THE EUROPEAN UNION
Authors:   The State Institution «Institute of World History of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine», Kyiv, Ukraine, Poshedin Oleh
Published: November 2024

This article examines the role of the Eastern Partnership in the European Union’s Common Foreign and Security Policy, both for the Eastern Partnership member states and the European Union itself. The article considers the agenda of the Eastern Partnership after 2020. It has been established that sustainability is the foundation of the Eastern Partnership, and cooperation will be carried out under five flagship goals. Additionally, ten main tasks were identified, which, along with the flagship goals, will contribute to the implementation of the Eastern Partnership’s tasks. Also, it has been established that the Eastern Partnership plays a crucial role in the EU’s Common Foreign and Security Policy. This initiative was not entirely successful. Belarus suspended its participation in this policy and took part in the aggression against Ukraine. The Eastern Partnership policy did not contribute to the peaceful resolution of disputes between Azerbaijan and Armenia. At the same time, this policy played an essential role in supporting political, economic, and sociocultural reforms in the participating countries to strengthen stability and democracy in the region and form the closest trade ties with the EU. The Eastern Partnership combined the differentiation and inclusiveness of the participating countries. On the one hand, it made it possible to develop relations according to each partner’s interests, ambitions, and progress. The European Union has identified specific flagship initiatives for each state, indicating a balanced individual approach to its partners. On the other hand, the effort aimed at creating the proper prerequisites for joint efforts to promote regional cooperation and implement sustainable development policies. The Eastern Partnership is equally important for the European Union itself. The stability of the neighbors’ economy and society directly affects the European Union’s security, promotes trade development, and has a positive impact on the migration situation in the EU member states, thus increasing the stability of the European Union. It is proposed to determine the priority directions of Ukraine’s cooperation with the EU within the framework of the Eastern Partnership, taking into account the consequences of this initiative of a full-scale Russian invasion of our country and Ukraine’s obtaining the status of a candidate for EU membership.
KARAR AĞACI YÖNTEMİYLE TOPLAM FAKTÖR VERİMLİLİĞİNİ ETKİLEYEN FAKTÖRLER: 1991-2020 ABD ÖRNEĞİ
Authors: SHEIKHI Masoud , BAYRAKTAR Yüksel
Published: November 2024

1990’dan itibaren ivmelenen teknolojik değişimler, imalat sanayinde oluşan değerin önemli ölçüde kaynağıdır. Dolayısıyla ortaya çıkan gelir artışlarının büyük ölçüde emek, sermaye ve diğer üretim girdilerinden yani toplam faktör verimliliği (TFV) büyümesinden kaynaklandığı vurgulanmıştır. TFV’yi ekonomik gelişimin önemli bir kaynağı olarak gören hatırı sayılır bir literatür bulunmaktadır. Çalışmanın amacı, ABD’de 1991-2020 yılları arasında dayanaklı ürün üretimindeki toplam faktör verimliliğini etkileyen faktörleri incelemektir. Veri madenciliği yöntemlerinden karar ağacı metodu kullanılan çalışmada Clasification and Regression Tree (CART) algoritması kullanılmıştır. İlgili literatür ile uyumlu olan çalışmanın bulgularına ve karar ağacı sonucuna göre en iyi on senaryo verilmiştir. Ayrıca patent sayısı, araştırmacı istihdamı ve Ar-Ge harcamalarının GSYH içindeki payının artması, TFV artışını önemli ölçüde etkilemektedir.
Possibilities for pain relief in acute pancreatitis: a narrative review
Authors: Tsvetkov Denis S. , Protsenko Denis N. , Shifman Efim M.
Published: November 2024

Currently, there are no recommendations for managing pain syndrome in patients with acute destructive pancreatitis. A literature search was conducted using PubMed, Cochrane Controlled Clinical Trials Register, and Google Scholar, without restrictions on language, type, or date of the publication. The analysis revealed several possible options for anesthesia in acute destructive pancreatitis. The most commonly used methods for pain relief include narcotic analgesics and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. However, in severe forms of acute pancreatitis, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should be used with caution due to the risk of acute kidney injury, while opiates may adversely affect the sphincter of Oddi and contribute to the disease progression due to increased ductal pressure. Epidural analgesia also presents limitations, such as risks of hypotension and incompatibility with anticoagulant or antiplatelet therapy. As alternatives, regional anesthesia techniques (paravertebral block and erector spinae plane block) should be considered. Choosing an optimal analgesia method should take into account several factors: pain intensity, disease severity, etiology of acute destructive pancreatitis, comorbidities, and concurrent use of anticoagulants and antiplatelets. Further research into effectiveness of regional analgesia methods is warranted, as they may address both somatic and visceral components of pain and may prove effective and safe in the most severe cases.
A rolling bearing fault diagnosis method for imbalanced data based on multi-scale self-attention mechanism and novel loss function
Authors: Ruiru Qiang , Xiaoqiang Zhao
Published: November 2024

Deep learning methods are widely used in the field of rolling bearing fault diagnosis and produce good results when faced with datasets with roughly equal numbers of normal and faulty samples. However, real-world data often has a serious imbalance, with the number of fault samples being
significantly less than the number of normal samples. This dataset imbalance challenges the performance of traditional deep learning methods. To address this problem, this paper proposes an efficient imbalanced data rolling bearing fault diagnosis method. The method consists of two parts:
a deep learning network based on a multi-scale self-attention mechanism and a novel loss function. In terms of the deep learning network, firstly, the one-dimensional vibration signal is converted into a two-dimensional image through the Gramian angular field. This conversion maximises the
inherent feature extraction capability of the network. Subsequently, the multi-scale learning capability of the network is enhanced by implementing different expansion rates for the head of the multi-scale self-attention mechanism. This nuanced approach allows the network to capture the underlying
information more efficiently. Finally, the inclusion of Ghost bottlenecks and feature pyramid networks (FPNs) helps to optimise network efficiency and improve generalisation performance. A novel loss function is also proposed to make the method more suitable for imbalanced data. During the
training process, the classification of samples in each class is analysed using the recall metric of imbalanced classification and the real-time recall is used as a weight to weaken the dominance of the majority class. This weighting ensures the adaptability of the method to imbalanced datasets.
The proposed method is evaluated using rolling bearing datasets from Case Western Reserve University, USA, and Southeast University, China. Comparison results with other state-of-the-art deep learning methods show that the proposed method has a robust performance when dealing with imbalanced
data.
Uji Kinerja Multi Seeds Smart Dryer (MSSD) Pada Kacang Hijau (Vigna Radiata)
Authors: Soekarno Siswoyo , Septian Taufiq Dwi , Indarto Indarto , Lestari Ning Puji , Nadzirah Rufiani
Published: November 2024

Abstrak. Pengeringan merupakan salah satu proses pasca panen yang umum dilakukan pada berbagai produk pertanian yang ditujukan untuk menurunkan kadar air sampai pada tingkat yang aman untuk penyimpanan atau proses lainnya. Perlu alternatif pengeringan dengan sinar matahari langsung untuk meningkatkan kualitas hasil pengeringan. Penelitian ini menguji proses pengeringan kacang hijau menggunakan mesin Multi Seeds Smart Dryer (MSSD). Tujuan dari penelitian ini yaitu menganalisis pengeringan biji kacang hijau dan kinerja mesin. Mesin MSSD memiliki 16 rak, 6 buah lampu pijar, 3 buah blower, 12 sensor DHT 22, aktuator, mikrokontroler Arduino dan 6 kipas exhaust dan dimensi panjang 150 cm, lebar 60 cm dan tinggi 120 cm. Bahan yang digunakan yaitu 6.400g kacang hijau yang masih segar dengan kadar air awal sebesar 23,60 %. Setelah proses pengeringan selama 21 jam, kadar air akhir yang diperoleh sebesar 10,50 %, dan suhu pengeringan yang dihasilkan pada proses pengeringan berkisar antara 25-40°C. Untuk Laju pengeringan konstan terjadi setelah pengeringan berlangsung selama 11 jam kemudian menurunkan kadar air dalam jumlah yang besar. Namun daya perkecambahan yang diperoleh sebesar 59 %. Performance Test Of Multi Seeds Smart Dryer (Mssd) On Green Beans (Vigna radiata)Abstract. Drying is one of the post-harvest processes commonly carried out on various agricultural products which is aimed at reducing the water content to a level that is safe for storage or other processes. An alternative to drying in direct sunlight is needed to improve the quality of the drying results. This research tested the process of drying green beans using a machine Multi Seeds Smart Dryer (MSSD). The aim of this research is to analyze the drying of green bean seeds and machine performance. MSSD machines have 16 shelves, 6 incandescent lamps, 3 blower, 12 DHT 22 sensors, actuators, Arduino microcontroller and 6 fans exhaust and dimensions 150 cm long, 60 cm wide and 120 cm high. The ingredients used were 6,400g of fresh green beans with an initial water content of 23.60%. After the drying process for 21 hours, the final water content obtained was 10.50%, and the drying temperature produced during the drying process ranged from 25-40°C. The constant drying rate occurs after drying lasts for 11 hours and then reduces the water content by a large amount. However, the germination capacity obtained was 59%.
Breast Cancer Diagnosis with Machine Learning Using Feed-Forward Multilayer Perceptron Analog Artificial Neural Network
Authors:   Research Unit of Automation and Applied Computer Science URAIA, IUT-FV, University of Dschang, Bandjoun, Cameroon, Silas Koagne Longpa T.
Published: November 2024

An analog network classifier based on a multiplier and non-linear functions is presented in this paper, executing binary classification on breast cancer cells, and categorizing biopsies as benign or malignant tumors. An off-chip learning on-chip inference methodology is proposed for implementing a feed-forward analog artificial neural network based on fundamental design analog block circuits, realized with the aid of 90 nm CMOS technology. These circuits are meticulously designed and fine-tuned at the transistor scale to meet design criteria while minimizing power consumption. Through Spice simulations, the basic analog blocks were developed, leading to the specification of the full-chip hardware neural network. The Monte Carlo analysis of the final circuit reveals that the network achieves 96.85% accuracy and 0.9309 MCC on the Wisconsin breast cancer dataset, with a power consumption of 31.95 μW, and power supply rail of ±900 mV per analog circuit component and computational unit. The model effectively captures data patterns, providing stable, reliable, and robust predictions.
Analysis of Agricultural and Fisheries Policies in Belize: Quantification of Support and its Relationship to Greenhouse Gas Emissions in 2015-2022
Authors: Gachot Sebastien , Carcamo Ramon , Rondinone Gonzalo , De Salvo Carmine Paolo
Published: November 2024

This study provides an updated analysis of agricultural policies in Belize, utilizing the OECD's Producer Support Estimate (PSE) methodology for the period 2015-2022. During this time, the agricultural sector contributed an average of 8.4% to Belize's GDP, growing by 25%, largely driven by animal production. The Total Support Estimate (TSE) increased from BZ$90.5 million in 2015 to BZ$97.5 million in 2022, primarily due to a rise in transfers to individual producers (PSE). However, the percentage TSE decreased from 2.1% to 1.7% as GDP growth outpaced TSE growth. Despite this, Belize's agricultural sector remained one of the most supported by public policies in the region, ranking behind Jamaica and Guyana. The percentage PSE averaged 15.8% of farm receipts, higher than in most countries in Latin America and the Caribbean. Market Price Support (MPS) was the largest component of the PSE, accounting for 94% of the total, mainly due to trade protections for domestic poultry producers. Additionally, the percentage General Services Support Estimate (GSSE) averaged 12% of the TSE but declined significantly from 26.8% in 2015 to 4.7% in 2022, primarily because of the conclusion of the EU-funded Sugar Accompanying Measures. Moreover, the percentage Consumer Support Estimate (CSE) was -27% during the period. This study also introduces the first analysis of fisheries policies in Belize, employing the OECD's Fisheries Support Estimate (FSE) methodology. The percentage FSE averaged 5.9% of total landings over the period, with 98% of the support provided through budgetary transfers to fishers collectively (GSSE). Belize FSE ranked lower than most regional countries, exceeding only Mexico, Chile, and Argentina. Finally, the study examines the potential contribution of agricultural support policies to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Agricultural policy support was concentrated on poultry, bananas, rice, and pigmeat, which are responsible for only 4.36% of total agricultural GHG emissions. This indicates a weak correlation between agricultural policy support and emissions levels by product. The study concludes with recommendations to gradually reduce dependence on MPS, prioritize less distortive forms of support, and strengthen efforts in data collection and policy evaluation.
Duszpasterstwo emigracji polskiej z perspektywy bezpieczeństwa Rzeczpospolitej Polskiej. Zarys problematyki
Authors: Zapart Robert
Published: November 2024

W artykule podjęto problematykę relacji państwo–Kościół katolicki z perspektywy bezpieczeństwa II i III Rzeczpospolitej. Wiodące dla rozważań naukowych było pytanie o utylitarność działań, podległych temu drugiemu, duszpasterstwa emigracji polskiej dla jego wybranego wymiaru bezpieczeństwa militarnego. Na bazie przywołanych przykładów podjęto próbę wykazania, że zachowanie odpowiedniego poziomu współpracy pomiędzy wymienionymi podmiotami może wpływać na pożądane przez państwo postawy zamieszkujących poza granicami kraju rodaków, dla których Kościół katolicki, pomimo postępującej w świecie sekularyzacji, pozostaje wyznacznikiem tożsamości oraz określonych zachowań patriotycznych. Ten posiadany przez jego duszpasterstwo potencjał wynikający z przekroju społecznego diaspory oraz faktu, że jego ośrodki pozostają łącznikami wiary i opartych na tradycji wyniesionej z kraju pochodzenia więzi społecznych, można byłoby według autora wykorzystać na przykład, jak to miało już miejsce w przeszłości, do zachęcenia naszych rodaków, aby włączyli się w system szkoleń i dobrowolnej służby wojskowej zwiększających siłę naszej armii. Rezygnowanie z tej lub z innej przywołanej w artykule formy kooperacji oznaczałoby dobrowolne pozbawienie się możliwości czerpania ze wskazanych zasobów. Nadmierne zatem ograniczenie przez państwo relacji z Kościołem katolickim, szczególnie gdy brakuje alternatywnych podmiotów dysponujących zdecydowanie większym od niego potencjałem utylitarności publicznej, byłoby niekoniecznie pożądane z perspektywy naszego narodowego bezpieczeństwa.
Zjazd Rektorów Polskich Misji Katolickich i Prowincjałów Zakonnych w Rzymie w 1971 r.
Authors: Nir Roman
Published: November 2024

W dniach 21-22 października 1971 r. odbył się w Rzymie Zjazd Rektorów Polskich Misji Katolickich oraz Prowincjałów Zgromadzeń Zakonnych, których księża pracują w polskim duszpasterstwie emigracyjnym. W spotkaniu wzięli udział księża rektorzy: z Anglii, Belgii, Brazylii, Danii, Francji, Hiszpanii, Szkocji, Szwecji, przedstawiciele księży polskich w Kanadzie, Wikariusz Kanoniczny w Niemczech, przedstawiciele Seminarium Duchownego (Polskiego) w Orchard Lake, rektor Seminarium Polskiego w Paryżu, oraz prowincjałowie zgromadzeń: chrystusowców, jezuitów, marianów, oblatów, pallotynów. W spotkaniu uczestniczyli również: naczelny kapelan ZHP oraz księża dyrektorzy Katolickiego Stowarzyszenia Młodzieży Polskiej w Anglii, Belgii i Francji.
Program Zjazdu obejmował zasadniczo trzy tematy: działalność Komisji Konferencji Episkopatu Polski ds. Duszpasterstwa Emigracji Polskiej, współpraca między rektorami misji, Centralnym Ośrodkiem Polskiego Duszpasterstwa Emigracyjnego w Rzymie a zgromadzeniami zakonnymi oraz dopływ nowych księży do duszpasterstwa emigracyjnego. Omawiano również problemy związane z duszpasterstwem młodzieżowym. Szczególnie  podkreślono konieczność większego zaangażowania się duszpasterzy w pracę organizacyjną KSMP, uaktywnienie istniejących kół i zakładanie nowych.
Wczoraj i dziś duszpasterstwa polonijnego w Stanach Zjednoczonych Ameryki
Authors: Mraczek Michał
Published: November 2024

Artykuł przedstawia proces kształtowania się struktur duszpasterstwa polskojęzycznego na terenie Stanów Zjednoczonych Ameryki. W pracy zaprezentowana jest ewolucja tego duszpasterstwa, która dokonała się na przestrzeni lat począwszy od powstania pierwszej polskiej parafii w miejscowości Panna Maria (TX) w 1855 roku aż po dzień dzisiejszy. Aby w pełni zrozumieć dzisiejszy kształt tego duszpasterstwa ukazane zostaje tło historyczne związane z samym zjawiskiem emigracji z Polski do Stanów Zjednoczonych na przestrzeni lat oraz początki tworzenia polskojęzycznych placówek duszpasterskich, które w większości były parafiami personalnymi. Następnie zaprezentowane zostają czynniki, które wpłynęły na proces przemian, których konsekwencją jest stan obecny oparty głównie na parafiach wieloetnicznych oraz misjach duszpasterskich. Dla pełnego obrazu uwzględnione zostają również odniesienia do dokumentów Kościoła powszechnego dotyczącego duszpasterstwa wobec migrantów jak również postawa wspólnoty lokalnego Kościoła.
Decolonial Critical Bioethics and Access to Treatment for Hemophilia in the Americas
Authors: Lorenzo Claudio , Cunha Thiago , Sayago Mariana , Sarmet Max
Published: November 2024

Over the past two decades, the integration of sociology with the analytical and normative practices of bioethics has become firmly established. This integration has given rise to two similar yet distinct conceptions of bioethics: empirical bioethics, which utilizes social sciences to enhance ethical scrutiny, and critical bioethics, which not only employs research methods but also draws from established social theories. Critical bioethics aims to overcome the decontextualized analyses inherent in the concept of applied ethics, which relies solely on moral philosophy. This epistemic deepening enables a comprehensible evaluation of the impacts of biotechnologies’ production and distribution within their social and global contexts, ultimately leading to more robust normative frameworks. This article presents the conceptual framework of a model of critical bioethics that we term “decolonial”, developed through the synthesis of the Frankfurt School and decolonial studies. To illustrate the relevance of its analytical parameters, we will examine to clotting factor concentrates in countries across the Americas.