bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Identification of urine samples obtained in forensic cases by fourier transform infrared spectroscopy
Authors: Sapan Tugba , Cakir Gozde , Sandikci Nurdan , Kenduz Umut , Kocabas Alihan , Atasoy Sevil
Published: January 2024

Forensic sciences are a multidisciplinary science that covers all branches of science for justice. Forensic genetics is one of the sub-branches of forensic sciences. It is a branch of science that contributes to establishing a connection between crime and criminal by using all kinds of biological evidence (blood, semen, saliva, urine, vaginal fluid, hair, hair, sweat, saliva, etc.) and reaching the perpetrator with the genetic information obtained. Serological and immunological tests are used in the identification of body fluids found as evidence at the crime scene. The number of serological tests used in the past and today is limited; not all body fluids can be analyzed routinely. Many of the existing tests are not directly specific to the body fluid but are intended to identify intermediate metabolites. One such example is the urine sample. In the identification of urine, the presence of creatinine and amines in the urine is often used. In addition, these tests require the expenditure of separate consumables to identify each body fluid. For this reason, with the development of technology, in recent years, the use of spectroscopic methods that provide cost-free and easy analysis in the identification of body fluids has increased. Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy is one of the spectroscopic methods used to identify body fluids from biological samples found at the crime scene without loss of quantity and without damaging the sample, quickly and without loss of consumables. This study investigated the identification of urine stains obtained from the crime scene with FTIR spectroscopy without using serological materials. Functional groups, which we can express as identification regions, were determined as 13 different distinguishing points in the relevant molecules and their usability in forensic serological analyses was determined.
Assessment of knowledge, attitude, and practice of materiovigilance among interns in a tertiary care institute: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Samar Asfiya , N Sahana , P Deepak , Nagaral Jayashree , M Saranyaa
Published: January 2024

Background: Medical interns have major role in reporting of medical device adverse events. Various studies have shown inadequate knowledge and understanding of medical device adverse events in health care professionals in foreign countries which impact the reporting of such events. Indian data on knowledge and reporting of such events is lacking.

Aim and Objectives: The aim of this study was to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and practice of materiovigilance among interns in Hassan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS), Hassan.

Materials and Methods: This was a cross-sectional questionnaire-based study conducted among interns of HIMS. The questionnaire consists of 15 questions pertaining to knowledge, attitude, and practice of materiovigilance.

Results: The questionnaire was administered to 100 interns, out of which 83 responded resulting in 83% response rate. The mean knowledge score of interns was 3.21 ± 0.97. The majority of the participants (97.6%) believed that medical device can cause adverse events; however, very few of them (12%) have reported it during their practice.

Conclusion: Our research found that there is a lack of knowledge among interns about the reporting of medical device adverse events and the materiovigilance program. Proper educational intervention is necessary to make them aware of the materiovigilance and enhance reporting.
ASSESSMENT AND ZONING OF MUDFLOW HAZARD IN RIVER BASINS OF THE ILE ALATAU CENTRAL PART
Authors:   al-Farabi Kazakh National university, Almaty, Kazakhstan, Mussina A , Abdullayeva A ,   al-Farabi Kazakh National university, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Published: January 2024

Mudflow risk management measures in the study area consist of assessment and mapping of mudflow hazard and risk, preventive measures, monitoring, early warning, construction of mudflow protection structures. Due to global warming and intensive development of the Ulken and Kishi Almaty river basins, it became necessary to determine the criteria affecting the occurrence and development of mudflow hazards in the territory and assess the degree of their impact. This article defines the criteria of mudflow hazard, taking into account the mudflow-forming factors and mechanisms of the mudflow occurrence, as well as criteria aimed at determining the vulnerability of the territory to a mudflow due to the features that create conditions for the formation of a mudflow in the zones of origin, transit, deposition of a mudflow, as well as recipients in the zone of impact of a mudflow. As a result, a large-scale (1:25000) map of the mudflow hazard and vulnerability of the territory was created on the basis of a multi-criteria decision-making method. The developed maps play an important role in planning actions to reduce, early warning and prevent the negative consequences of mudflow.
CUSTOMER SUPPORT CHATBOT
Authors:   Abacus Institute of Engineering and Management. Mogra, Hooghly, West Bengal, India., Journal IJSREM
Published: January 2024

Abstract—The food business has seen a dramatic transition in recent years toward digital platforms as more and more customers choose to order food through online channels. Businesses are using creative solutions, like customer care chatbots, to handle the growing demand and expedite the purchase process. The creation and application of a customer support chatbot designed especially for food orders is the main goal of this study. This study's main goals are to integrate a sophisticated chatbot system into the meal ordering process to improve operational efficiency and the overall user experience. The chatbot's purpose is to converse with consumers in natural language, providing a smooth, customized experience that resembles a human conversation. By utilizing sophisticated natural language processing (NLP), The chatbot's objectives are to handle orders, comprehend customer preferences, and deliver pertinent information. Keywords—Ease of user experience, Enhanced customer service, Voice recognition, user feedback, Time efficiency.
A Study on Factors Affecting Employee Absenteeism in Construction Industry
Authors:   Vardhaman College of Engineering(A), Sushmitha Marapureddy , BS Ravi Chandra ,   Vardhaman College of Engineering(A)
Published: January 2024

In the construction sector, employee absenteeism is still a major problem that affects overall productivity, project timeliness, and operational efficiency. The goal of this study is to pinpoint and examine the various aspects that lead to worker absenteeism in the construction industry. Using a thorough research approach and empirical data, this study looks at a variety of extrinsic and intrinsic factors that affect the absence rates of construction workers. This study attempts to identify the complex interactions between factors influencing absenteeism patterns in this workforce using a combination of quantitative analysis and qualitative insights. The research methodically examines demographic variables, such as age, gender, length of employment, and educational background, to see how they relate to instances of absence. It also looks into how job- related elements like workload, job satisfaction, perceptions of workplace safety, and organizational culture affect absence trends. In addition, this study investigates exogenous factors like as socioeconomic variables, seasonal shifts, and regional features that could potentially be involved in the variability of absence rates in the construction sector. All things considered, this study adds concrete data and a better comprehension of the various elements influencing worker absenteeism in the construction sector. Clarifying these elements lays the groundwork for developing customized treatments and policies that promote a more involved and effective workforce in construction environments. Keywords: Construction Workforce, Employee Absenteeism, Workplace Environment, Health and Safety, Job Satisfaction, Work-Life Balance, family obligations, Supervision and Leadership, Employee Engagement, Job Stress, Company Policies
Urban Mobility Analysis Using Geospatial Analysis
Authors: Journal IJSREM
Published: January 2024

This project proposes a method to analyze the traffic and urban mobility of a locality with advanced visualization and understanding mechanisms. urban areas worldwide face escalating challenges in managing transportation systems efficiently. This research delves into the realm of urban mobility analysis, leveraging geospatial data to extract insightful patterns and trends. The project aims to contribute a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics governing urban transportation, enabling informed decision- making for city planning and infrastructure development. The methodology encompasses the collection of extensive geospatial datasets, including traffic flow, public transportation routes, and demographic information. Utilizing advanced geospatial analysis techniques, such as Geographic Information Systems(GIS) and spatial analytics, the study explores spatial-temporal patterns of traffic congestion, public transit usage, and pedestrian movement. Machine learning algorithms are employed to predict future mobility trends and assess the impact of potential interventions. The findings of this research offers valuable insights for urban planners, policymakers, and transportation authorities. By identifying key bottlenecks, optimizing transit routes, and understanding the interplay between land use and growing populations and foster sustainable urban development. This project not only contributes to academic understanding of urban mobility but also provides actionable recommendations for creating smarter and resilient cities. The integration of geospatial analysis techniques in urban planning emerges as a powerful tool to address the complexities of modern urban transportation systems. Keywords: informed decision-making, geospatial data, Geographic Information System(GIS), spatial analysis, sustainable urbandevelopment.
FARM TO FORK
Authors:   SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING& INFORMATION SCIENCE  PRESIDENCY UNIVERSITY, ITTIGALPURA, BENGALURU, RAHMAN J RIYAZULLA
Published: January 2024

The Farm to Fork (F2F) concept represents a comprehensive and sustainable approach to the entire food supply chain, emphasizing the seamless integration of agricultural practices, food production, distribution, and consumption. This abstract provides an overview of the key principles and benefits associated with the Farm to Fork initiative. The Farm to Fork model begins at the agricultural stage, promoting environmentally friendly and resource-efficient farming practices. It encourages the use of sustainable farming methods, such as organic farming, agroecology, and precision agriculture, to minimize the environmental impact of food production. By focusing on reducing chemical inputs, optimizing water usage, and promoting biodiversity, F2F aims to create resilient and ecologically balanced farming systems. Moving along the supply chain, Farm to Fork places a strong emphasis on shortening the distance between producers and consumers. Localized and regional food systems are encouraged to reduce transportation- related carbon emissions, support local economies, and provide consumers with fresher, more nutritious produce. The integration of technology, such as blockchain and traceability systems, ensures transparency and accountability in the food supply chain. The Farm to Fork initiative also addresses food waste by promoting responsible consumption and production. Efforts are made to minimize post-harvest losses, optimize food processing, and educate consumers on mindful food choices. By reducing waste at every stage, F2F contributes to the overall sustainability of the food system and alleviates pressure on landfills.
Role of Channel Partner in Real Estate
Authors: Journal IJSREM
Published: January 2024

The real estate sector is one of the most internationally renowned sectors. In India, real estate is the second major sector/employer following agriculture and is scheduled to rise at 30% over the next decade. The intention of this study is to emphasize the imperative facets of Indian realty market. Firstly; this paper studies the development tendency of real estate sector of India. Secondly, this paper spotlights on the rise and fall of Indian realty market and the drivers that led to these boom and bust. The study primarily focuses on the Role of channel partner in real estate industry. This study is anticipated to present various tribulations and challenges that Indian buyers and realty sector is facing today.
Gender Markers of the Roman-period Burials in the Cemetery of Opushki
Authors:   V.I. Vernadsky Crimean Federal University, Khrapunov Igor , Stoyanova Anastasiya ,   Institute of Archaeology of Crimea of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: January 2024

This paper makes an attempt to identify the markers of various gender groups among those buried in the cemetery of Opushki, which is located in the central part of the Crimean foothill area. A total of 266 burials (167 child, 59 female, and 40 male graves) dating from the first to fourth century AD have been analysed. All these monuments belong to the Late Scythian and the Neizats archaeological cultures. The analysis undertaken indicates that neither grave construction, nor funeral rite had gender specificity. In this perspective, the composition of grave goods was more expressive. The exclusively female and child accessories were mirrors, spindle whorls, and bells; moreover, graves of children usually received only fragments of mirrors, though women’s burials got complete artefacts. Scythian arrowheads, faience amulets, and pendants made of coins and mollusc shells were predominantly children’s attributes. The finds of weapons, horse harness, and iron rod-shaped artefacts and flints, probably used to make fire, were associated with male graves only. The buckles were also concentrated mostly in male graves. Although the brooches, ornaments, vessels, knives, and whetstones appeared in the burials of all sex-and-age groups, gender specificity might be observed in minor details, i.e. quantity, frequency of occurrence, ways of usage, and so on. It is especially pronounced with the ornaments, mainly in case of the beads.
Children’s Burials of the Ancient “Belinskoye” Settlement and its Necropolis
Authors:   Tula State Lev Tolstoy Pedagogical University, Yartsev Sergey , Zubarev Victor ,   Tula State Lev Tolstoy Pedagogical University, Shushunova Elena ,   Tula State Lev Tolstoy Pedagogical University, Vnukov Artem ,   Tula State Lev Tolstoy Pedagogical University
Published: January 2024

The research studies children’s burials at the ancient settlement “Belinskoye” and its necropolis. The authors conclude that the ritual of these burials strongly depended on a concrete military, political and ethnic situation in this western boundary area of the European Bosporus. Up to the middle of the 3 rd century AD, infants’ burials in the necropolis of “Belinskoye” fortified settlement generally corresponded to the similar rites in other ancient necropolises. However, later in the course of the changing ethnic composition of the population, the practice of burying adults and children directly in the settlement spread there. These actions were aimed at providing maximum divine protection to the settlement, by this time already completely deprived of defensive walls and virtually defenseless against enemies’ attacks.
Children’s Niche Graves of the 4th Century AD from Frontovoe 3 Cemetery
Authors:   Institute of Archaeology of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Sviridov Alexey
Published: January 2024

Children’s graves were discovered in numerous burial grounds of Roman times in the South-Western and Central Crimea. Despite the large number of excavated graves, there are no special investigations on the peculiarities of the children’s funerary tradition. The paper provides a brief description of specific features identified in the spread of children’s burials at Frontovoe 3 cemetery and focuses on a number of graves dating back to the 4 th century AD. All of them were made in separate niches. They have a typical set of grave goods for the chronological period under consideration. Special attention is paid to the specific location of children’s burials in the cemetery. In conclusion, the author offers a review of published children’s burials from synchronous sites.
Princely Fibula from the Răzeni Village
Authors:   National Center for Scientific Research, UMR–8167 “East and Mediterranean”, Kazanski Michel , Topal Denis ,   National Museum of History of Moldova
Published: January 2024

The fibula is a stray find discovered by locals near the Răzeni village in the Ialoveni district of the Republic of Moldova and in 2022 was transferred to the National Museum of the History of Moldova. This is a two-plate fibula with a rhombic foot and a semicircular head. Its body was made of white metal (silver?) enclosed in a gold overlay. The shields and the arched bow were decorated with carnelian and overlaid metal elements (grain, double spirals, ribbed and openwork). This type of brooches is part of the “ethnographic” female costume of the Chernyakhov culture of the late Roman period. At the beginning of the Great Migration Period, this dress served as the basis for the formation of the “princely” costume of the East German tradition with large two-plate brooches, which became widespread in the 5 th century AD from the Atlantic to the North Caucasus. The fibula has a prestigious character and belongs to the “princely” culture of the initial phase of the Migration Period. According to the general morphology, it belongs rather to the D1 period i. e., 360/370—400/410, and according to the design analogues on large brooches, it belongs to the D2 period or 380/400—440/450. In Eastern Europe, both of these periods are usually combined in the framework of the so-called Hunnic time. Two versions of the identification of this fibula are possible. Perhaps this is a children’s copy of a large fibula. Another scenario is that the size of the fibula reflects the status level of their owners. It is possible that this item was intended for ladies who occupy a high position in society, but who, according to the hierarchy, were “below” the bearers of large polychrome brooches.
Early Slavic Archaeological Sites in the Middle Reaches of the Vorona River
Authors:   Institute of Archaeology of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Oblomskii Andrei
Published: January 2024

The basin of the Khoper River in its middle course is the extreme southeastern area of the Late Zarubintsy and Kiev culture archaeological sites. Based on the materials of excavations in this region, sites of Shapkino-Inyasevo type were identified. Until recently, they were dated to the second half of the 2 nd — second half of the 3 rd centuries. In 2022, exploration was carried out in the valley of the Vorona River (the western tributary of the Khoper River). The objectives of the study were, firstly, to compile a general map of Early Slavic sites, and secondly, to clarify their chronology. The materials of the Early Slavic tradition come from 16 areas. Some characteristic finds demonstrated that the group of the Early Slavic sites on the Vorona River dates to the middle of the 1 st century AD — 5 th/6 th centuries AD.
Early Medieval Children’s Burials from a New Burial Ground in Staraya Ladoga
Authors:   Institute for the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Pavlova Marianna
Published: January 2024

The article introduces scientific data regarding a multi-layered ground burial discovered in 2022 in Staraya Ladoga. Most of the necropolis’ burials are west-facing inhumations without grave goods. On this background, two children’s burials in rounded pits with the accompanying grave goods, dated by the last quarter of 9 th — second quarter of 10 th centuries, are of particular interest. Hence, they are the main focus of the publication. A detailed description of the burials’ details and an analysis of ware complexes are given. The text is supported by illustrations, which contain all of the items from the burials. The burials are some of the earliest inhumations in the early medieval Ladoga, along with the chamber burials of the kurgan burial ground and the sopka-like mound at the Plakun tract. Central position in the burial pit, uniformity of its filling, absence of violent actions evidence, as well as careful placement of the accompanying grave goods, all make it possible to exclude the ritual or sacrificial purpose of the children’s burials and to consider them a part of the “ordinary” ceremonial burial tradition, applicable to any member of the community that the necropolis belonged to. The new ground burial expands the developed zone of the early medieval Ladoga in the last quarter of 9 th — second quarter of 10 th centuries and increases the variety of different funerary sites.
Children’s Burial of the Beginning of the Early Middle Ages from the Gorny- 10 Necropolis (South of Western Siberia)
Authors:   Altai State University, Seregin Nikolai , Stepanova Nadezhda ,   Institute of Archaeology and Ethnography, Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: January 2024

The article presents the results of studying of an extraordinary children’s burial excavated at the Gorny-10 necropolis. This complex, which today is the largest of the studied sites dated to the beginning of the early Middle Ages in the south of Western Siberia, is located in the Krasnogorsk region of the Altai Territory. The published object (grave 63) is an undisturbed burial of a 10—12-year-old child with representative accompanying grave goods, including horse equipment, costume elements, tools, jewelry and weapons. An analysis of the discovered items made it possible to establish the dating of the burial within the last quarter of the 6 th — the first half of the 7 th centuries AD. It has been established that the qualitative and quantitative composition of the finds indicates a high lifetime status of the buried person. There are grounds to assume that the originality of the grave goods was determined not only by the position of the child’s family, but also by his personal qualities, including participation in the traditional occupations of the early medieval population of the south of Western Siberia.
On Early Slavs’ Vital Traditions: the Remains of a “Special” Child from the Dwelling of the Volyntsevo Culture
Authors:   Institute of Archaeology of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Rodinkova Vlasta , Dobrovolskaya Maria ,   Institute of Archaeology of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Svirkina Natalia ,   Institute of Archaeology of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: January 2024

The article deals with a rare find of unburned human remains in the Slavic dwelling 13 in the Kurilovka 2 settlement (Sudzha district, Kursk region, Russia). Тhe construction belongs to the Sakhnovka-Volyntsevo stage of the site occupation (end of the 7th — 8th c.). Skull bones belonging to a 3—4 years old child were found in the near-bottom filling layer of the dwelling. Parts of the postcranial skeleton, like the lower jaw, are missing. The preservation of the bone tissue is good, no disturbances of the surface layer, common for remains from ground burials, were noted. Manifestations of a genetic pathology (early stenosis of the frontal bone) were revealed on the skull, indicating that the child suffered from rare deviations in physical development. The completeness of the remains, their preservation, and the peculiarities of their occurrence in cultural strata suggest that we are dealing with the deposition of an isolated child’s skull without a lower jaw in the living space of a house. It was probably an important non-utilitarian object that could be associated with ideas about rebirth, preservation of life and other manifestations of fertility and vitality cults in the broadest sense of these terms. Such an interpretation corresponds to the modern understanding of the ritual objects of the Volyntsevo culture. As recent studies have shown, its sites contain mainly traces of rituals associated with ensuring prosperity and well-being, that is, of a vital nature.
Midwives, Babos Dita and Children in the Ritual Practices of Budzhak and Azov Albanians in the 20th — early 21st centuries
Authors:   Peter the Great Museum of Anthropology and Ethnography (Kunstkamera) of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Novik Alexander
Published: January 2024

The study addresses the status of women involved in childbirth, as well as the role of ritual practices associated with Babin Day (Babos Dita), in the past and present among the descendants of Albanian colonists in Budzhak and the Sea of Azov — with the main focus on the analysis of ways to express gratitude to those who know from the local community. The study aims to identify the conditions and mechanisms for the preservation of archaic beliefs and the entry of innovations into the traditional sphere. The nature of the holiday held in honor of midwives, which is also widely celebrated in the Balkans (primarily in Bulgaria), today does not have a narrowly oriented sexual or gender orientation, but is closely related to fertility. All available options for motivation and scenarios for holding a holiday come from the common root of festive rituals, which is based on the desire to glorify a woman’s ability to bear children. The research, based on the author’s long-term field observations, carried out from 1998 to 2022 both on the territory of Ukraine and Russia, and in the Balkans, allows us to conclude that the Albanians of Budzhak and the Sea of Azov, whose ancestors migrated from the Balkan Peninsula and the islands of the Archipelago in the last quarter of 18th (modern Rostov region) — the beginning of the 19th century (present-day Odessa and Zaporozhye regions), retained the same beliefs and ritual, as well as magical practices, which were largely unchanged from the time of their residence in the area of exodus. The analysis of these practices will help us understand a way to preserve traditions.
Mega-reservoirs of oil and gas: systematization, conditions of formation, influence of natural processes on the scale of accumulations
Authors:   Oil and Gas Research Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow, Russia, Punanova S. A.
Published: January 2024

The ideas about the conditions for the formation of large oil and gas reserves in both traditional reservoirs and unconventional shale, as well as in low-pore reservoirs with hard-to-recover superviscous oils and natural bitumen, have been expanded. The influence of geological and geochemical environments on the scale of hydrocarbon accumulations is analyzed. Keywords: oil; gas; mega-reservoirs; hydrocarbon accumulations; reserves ; area and volume; shale formations; conventional and unconventional reservoirs.
Combating the Macau Scam in Malaysia: Strategies for Mitigation and Resolution from Civil Law and Sharī'ah Perspectives
Authors: Rosley Nurul Anessa , Hashim Hasnizam , Chow Jen-T’Chiang Norman Zakiyy
Published: January 2024

The phenomenon of cybercrime fraud that occurs in Malaysia has now become a hot topic of discussion. The financial loss and psychological distress experienced by the scam victims has brought attention to the Macau Scam problem in Malaysia. Due to the frequency of people who are too easily deceived by this syndicate’s modus operandi, Macau Scam every day becomes headlines in the newspaper. This causes people frustrated as fraud can happen to anyone if the public is not exposed or is not aware of this matter. There are various awareness campaigns that have been carried out by the authorities to reduce the risk of victim involvement in this fraud syndicate but there are still many more involved and show no reduction. To prevent people from being victims of this form of fraud and to maintain justice to stop this issue from getting worse, Malaysian law provides several protections and remedies. Therefore, the objective of this study is to identify the issues of Macau Scams in Malaysia and to investigate the adequacy of the existing Malaysian Cybers Laws in providing the protection and remedies to the affected victims from the perspective of Civil Law and Sharīah perspectives. In terms of methodology, researchers use a qualitative approach method consisting of document analysis where all information and data are obtained from primary and secondary sources which consist of various Acts, Enactments, journal articles, books, newspapers, and many others. As a result of document analysis, researchers found that several cyber laws that can be used to overcome this problem such as Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Act [Act 613], Section 420 of the Penal Code [Act 574], the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998 [Act 588], Computer Crime Act 1997 [Act 563], Electronic Commerce Act 2006 [658], Personal Data Protection Act 2010 [709] and Consumer Protection Act 1999 [Act 599] (Amendment 2010) while the level of awareness among the public is one of the leading causes of this scam issue.
Relaciones afectivas y calidad de vida en el ámbito de las enfermedades raras: una revisión sistemática
Authors: Martínez-Calvo Jesús , Guerra José-Manuel , Esteban-Bueno Gema
Published: January 2024

Quality of life in patients and caregivers cannot be conceived without including social needs. The aim of this research is to conduct a systematic review showing empirical evidence of how affective relationships influence the quality of life of patients with rare diseases and their caregivers. A search was conducted in the Web of Science, Scopus and PsycInfo databases. A total of 4923 articles were found, which after the screening process were reduced to 12 studies. The effects of affective relationships were found both in the family nucleus and in its components independently (parents, siblings and patients). It is evident that both the family and the extra-familial environment are essential to improve quality of life. It is recommended that future research should study the interactions between the established relationships to offer a better intervention.
La Reforma Psiquiátrica en Andalucía. Cuatro décadas de transformaciones en los servicios públicos de salud mental
Authors: López-Álvarez Marcelino
Published: January 2024

The article aims to present in a summarized way the most outstanding characteristics of the process of transformation of public structures of attention to mental health problems, officially initiated in Andalusia in June 1984, with the approval by Parliament of law on the subject.
Throughout these almost 40 years the archaic structure of services that characterized psychiatric care has been transformed into a complex network of community orientation, surpassing the Psychiatric Hospitals and with a health sector integrated into the Public Health System and another intersectoral dependent on the FAISEM public Foundation.
The text presents the previous characteristics, the lines of work developed, and the main results obtained, with a positive assessment in relation to the initial situation, but also with important aspects not adequately resolved and that need subsequent developments that, however, are not being addressed today.
Content of the advance directives form of the pain and palliative care services in Colombia. Cross-sectional study
Authors: Álvarez Acuña Ana Milena , Buitrago Martín Claudia Liliana , Ceballos Vejarano Alejandra
Published: January 2024

Introduction: The scientific literature supports the limited effect of the Advance Directives Document (ADD) in clinical decision-making. There are implementation barriers that prevent the fulfillment its purpose. The content of the ADD has not been explored in Colombia.

Objective: To describe the contents of the ADD used in the pain and palliative care services.

Methods. Cross-sectional study. Based on the national legislation and the rights that may be included in an ADD as described in the scientific literature, a checklist was designed with 20 variables to assess the forms, collecting data on the legal validity criteria and the contents for specific clinical and ethical directives.  A predefined scale was used to describe the overall content of the form.

Results: A total of 24 forms around the country were analyzed; the most comprehensive document included 14 of the 20 variables evaluated. In accordance with the definition used, 70 % of the forms had a maximum of 10 variables and were classified as “low content”. Four forms were not formalized and only the forms formalized before the treating physician met the legal standard. 50 % of the forms included closed statements.

Conclusions: The ADD forms exhibit a number of inadequacies in terms of the legal and clinical criteria for a high quality content, leading to difficulties for their applicability in the clinical setting. In Colombia, a standard form validated by the palliative care associations is required.
Postoperative acute kidney injury in major noncardiac surgery. Narrative review
Authors: Báez Patiño Amalín Paloma , Rivera Tocancipá Daniel
Published: January 2024

Postoperative acute kidney injury is an underdiagnosed condition. Its incidence is variable and depends on demographic, clinical, and surgical stress-associated factors; hence the pathophysiology is multifactorial. It is extremely important to acknowledge those risk factors early and use tools to estimate the risk of developing the condition, in order to adopt perioperative measures to mitigate its occurrence and impact. Some of the complications  resulting from this condition include prolonged ICU stay, higher susceptibility for infections, hospitalization-related complications, progression to acute and chronic kidney failure, and even the need for transient or permanent renal replacement therapies (RRT) in addition to diseases that increase the cardiovascular risk, such as systemic high blood pressure and/or  coronary heart disease that result in increased comorbidities and mortality, with subsequent increases in healthcare costs, lower quality of life and increased burden of the disease in the short and long term. A systematic search of the literature was conducted in PubMed, Google Schoolar, and Lilacs, under the terms MeSh and DeCs using Boolean operators; a review was conducted of the summary of the articles identified and 57 of them were selected for their comprehensive reading. This narrative review summarizes the relevant information on this pathology for prevention and identification purposes, for the adequate management of patients undergoing major non-cardiac surgery.
IMPLEMENTASI LEAN CANVAS SEBAGAI ALAT STRATEGIS DALAM PEMECAHAN MASALAH PADA UMKM KAAMELO
Authors: Rahayu Niken Calista , Hidayat Hana Safira , Laily Dona Wahyuning
Published: January 2024

UMKM yang merupakan bagian penting dalam perekonomian Indonesia dikarenakan dapat menyerap tenaga kerja dalam jumlah banyak dan meningkatkan pendapatan masyarakat yang dapat berdampak pada menurunnya angka pengangguran dan kemiskinan. Salah satu UMKM di Indonesia yaitu Kaamelo yang merupakan UMKM rintisan dengan skala usaha yang masih kecil yang terletak di Toraja Utara, Sulawesi Selatan. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menentukam solusi yang tepat dalam menyelesaikan masalah pada UMKM Kaamelo menggunakan metode berbentuk Lean Canvas. Adapun Solusi dari permasalahan akibat keterbatasan modal UMKM Kaamelo yang dapat diatasi dengan mengembangkan wisata edukasi melalui peningkatan sumber daya manusia.
Development of a secure remote voting system and research on the characteristics of its anonymity
Authors: Dyachkova I. S.
Published: January 2024

Currently, the task of creating a reliable and anonymous remote voting system is relevant. Existing voting systems either do not fully meet the requirements of anonymity, or are closed from research. A scheme was developed for creating an anonymous remote voting system based on the blind electronic signature protocol and the algorithm for creating an anonymous channel. This paper describes possible threats and vulnerabilities of the protocols on which the scheme for constructing an anonymous voting system is based including the threat of a hacker’s sabotage sending his own or other people's ballots over a communication channel. The presented optimized version of the algorithm for creating anonymous remote voting system guarantees the impossibility of fake ballots or their reuse and also excludes possible attempts to sabotage the forwarding of ballots by voters. Formulas for calculating the optimal value of p the probability of sending a ballot directly to the server is defined. It is shown that the value of p must be calculated depending on the number of voters in order to achieve the maximum anonymity of the participants' votes.
Development of the method for embedding information into raster images using Lagrange interpolation and Bezier curves
Authors: Merzlyakova E. Y.
Published: January 2024

The article is devoted to the actual direction – steganography of digital images using interpolation. The review of embedding messages methods in raster files is carried out, the steganographic method of embedding in bitmap images using Lagrange interpolation and the Bezier curve formula for five points is developed. In this paper, the protocol of the developed BCES stegosystem is considered in detail, special cases and limitations of the method are analyzed, the result of RS analysis is obtained showing the stability of the BSEC method.
Structural Model of Indicators for IT Specialists’ Qualification Assessment Based on Data Mining of Information Systems
Authors: Gavriliev E. I. , Avdeenko Т. V.
Published: January 2024

The key factors for the success of an IT organization project are its people and professional quality. To meet the need for professional growth, management adheres to the constant assessment of the employee’s qualification. However, the low level of reliability and accuracy of the assessment results associated with the subjective opinion of the management may lead to the negative consequences of decisions. For fast results and high accuracy of proficiency testing, assessment models and software testers have been developed to support decision-making based on a large number of results obtained using data mining of information systems in the work of IT specialists. In the present work, a factor analysis was carried out to identify detection of such cases. The results of measurements, which are determined when evaluating the qualifications of IT specialists, cause factors associated with the occurrence of technical problems, the effectiveness and efficiency of testing as well as communication skills.
Ensuring Secure Data Exchange in Software-defined Local Network
Authors: Kushko E. A. , Parotkin N. Yu. , Zolotarev V. V.
Published: January 2024

Introduction. Protecting outer perimeter is not enough to ensure secure data communication in the information system of local area network. Analytical reports of leading information security companies confirm this fact. Usually, an attacker having overcome the outer perimeter conducts network reconnaissance before carrying out an attack. The success of a network attack depends on the completeness of the information collected. The constantly changing network topology does not provide an attacker with long-term network topology information, as a result, the attacker is forced to collect information more intensively thereby identifying himself. Otherwise, the effectiveness of the planned attack is reduced. The aim of this research is to increase the intra-network data transfer security level by means of network topology dynamic reconfiguration. The authors proposed a new solution for ensuring secure node interaction countering both internal and external attackers having overcome an outer perimeter.

Materials and methods. The proposed solution is based on a software-defined network and VxLAN technology. The solution involves constant network reconfiguration both with a certain frequency and on the occurrence of certain events, so that an attacker could not have long-term information. If an intruder is detected or an information security incident occurs, the network is automatically reconfigured in such a way as to lessen or prevent possible consequences.

Results. The obtained results show that periodic network changes do not allow an attacker to covertly collect complete information about the network, and the proposed solution may allow to detect and isolate the attacker.

Discussion and conclusion. The obtained results show that it is possible to apply the proposed solution for organizing secure data communication within the local computer network of the information system.
ART DIRECTORS CLUB OF EUROPE
Authors: Tena-Parera Daniel
Published: January 2024

Es dona notícia de la celebració a Barcelona de la 32ª edició dels Premis Art Directors Club of Europe · ADCE. Aquesta organització treballa en el camp de la creativitat, la direcció d’art, el disseny i la publicitat. Ens fem ressò de la organització matriu, el The One Club i remarquem el que significa per Barcelona l’existència de l’ADCE amb seu al HUB de Disseny de Barcelona.
Rastreamento do câncer do colo do útero no Brasil: um estudo ecológico acerca das barreiras de acesso ao exame citopatológico
Authors: Da Silva Carlos Eduardo , Dos Reis Sabrina Thalita
Published: January 2024

Introdução: O câncer do colo do útero (CCU) é um grave problema de saúde pública no Brasil, sendo a terceira maior causa de morte em mulheres no país. Nesse contexto, o exame citopatológico representa uma importante ferramenta para a detecção precoce e o tratamento adequado da doença. Desenvolvimento: Este estudo tem por objetivo analisar a relação entre o acesso ao exame citopatológico e os fatores regionais e socioeconômicos no contexto brasileiro. Trata-se de um estudo ecológico, com a coleta de dados secundários. Os resultados mostram que em 2021 o Brasil obteve uma taxa média de cobertura do exame citopatológico de 81,3%, no entanto tal cenário não é evidenciado em todas as regiões brasileiras, o que pode ser relacionado a uma possível interferência das desigualdades sociais no país. Ademais, evidencia-se uma taxa de mortalidade por CCU no Brasil de 4,60 óbitos por 100 mil mulheres, sendo maior na região Norte (9,52) e menor na região Sudeste (3,38). Considerações Finais: O estudo evidencia disparidades regionais e socioeconômicas que se relacionam às dificuldades do acesso ao exame citopatológico, sendo necessário políticas públicas que fortaleçam a rede de cuidado ao CCU no país.
Síndrome da pele vermelha: a consequência do uso crônico de corticoides tópicos
Authors: Falcon Marcella Moraes , De Aguiar Débora Carreira Mofato , Faravelli Beatriz , Maranho Yvone Taube , Antonio Raíssa Cardoso , Agnes Ana Carolina , Lopes Luísa de Almeida , Rezende Renata dos Santos Dias
Published: January 2024

Introdução: A Síndrome da Pele Vermelha é uma condição que pode gerar um ciclo de dependência entre os pacientes submetidos ao tratamento com esteróides tópicos, referindo à uma condição dermatológica desencadeada após a cessação abrupta do uso de corticosteróides tópicos. Desenvolvimento: A dependência de esteróides apresenta um quadro clínico diverso, cursando com extensa área de eritema caracterizando a síndrome, acompanhada de descamação, exsudação, prurido intenso e queimação, impactando significativamente na qualidade de vida dos pacientes afetados. Considerações finais: O seguinte artigo visa esclarecer e fornecer informações úteis para a comunidade científica e para a população de modo geral, em prol do impedimento da instalação da síndrome, desmame adequado do medicamento, relação entre a localização da aplicação com a manifestação da síndrome, impedimento na falha diagnóstica e o manejo adequado após adquiri-la.
Tuberculose Uterina sem evidências de afecção pulmonar em idosa: um relato de caso
Authors: Moura Cindy Nogueira , Moura Levi Nogueira
Published: January 2024

Introdução: atualmente, os casos de TB extrapulmonar ascendem em decorrência do crescimento da população pela correlação com estados de imunodeficiência e com o advento da resistência aos fármacos. Independente da forma clínica, todas podem ser resultado da disseminação a partir de um foco pulmonar ou de outro extragenital, especialmente em doentes imunodeprimidos, ocorrendo a TB genital em cerca de 10% dos casos de TB pulmonar. Relato de caso: mulher, 78 anos, apresentando leucorreia purulenta associada a dor pélvica e febre há um ano. Nega queixas respiratórias. Nega tabagismo e passado neoplásico próprio ou familiar. Durante investigação diagnóstica, foram solicitados vários exames citológicos que apresentaram resultados inconclusivos. Ao exame anatomopatológico uterino observou-se microscopicamente extensas áreas de destruição da mucosa endometrial, apresentando intenso processo inflamatório crônico granulomatoso com células gigantes multinucleadas do tipo Langhans comprometendo o endomiométrio. Discussão: o diagnóstico de TB genital é complexo dado a sua raridade e por estar relacionado a queixas inespecíficas. Sendo assim, essa hipótese diagnóstica é levantada mediante um alto nível de suspeição. Conclusão: A TB continua sendo um grave problema de saúde pública, particularmente no Brasil em demais países subdesenvolvidos.
Ultrassonografia point of care do nervo óptico na avaliação da hipertensão intracraniana no paciente neurocrítico
Authors: Da Silva Fernanda Clara , Konzen Kétling Laís , De Oliveira Conrado Franco , Fernandes João Marcelo Medeiros
Published: January 2024

Introdução: O controle da Pressão Intracraniana (PIC) é importante para monitorar e evitar complicações em pacientes neurocríticos. Para isso, existem os métodos usuais invasivos e tem-se discutido a usabilidade dos métodos não invasivos. Dentro destes últimos, a medida do Diâmetro da Bainha do Nervo Óptico (DBNO) está entre os mais estudados para avaliação da PIC, já que pode ser aplicada à beira leito por qualquer médico. Objetivo: Avaliar o uso da ultrassonografia point of care na mensuração do DBNO de forma não invasiva e como ela se correlaciona com alterações da PIC. Material e Método: Revisão integrativa da literatura. Foram utilizadas as bases de dados Medline (PubMed), SciELO e Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde (BVS) usando os descritores Optic Nerve, Ultrasonography e Intracranial Hypertension. Resultados: O quantitativo final de 12 artigos foi inserido e analisado nesta revisão. Discussão: O uso do DBNO teve uma correlação positiva com uma PIC > 20mmHg e um valor de corte entre 5 e 6,2 mm, sendo um preditor razoavelmente bom para estimar PIC elevada. Conclusão: O DBNO é uma ferramenta rápida, de fácil aplicabilidade e tem baixo custo. Porém, ainda carece de mais pesquisas a fim de estabelecer uma padronização do seu uso.