bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
O Direito do Trabalho diante da iminência do fim do mundo
Authors: Severo Valdete
Published: January 2025

Introdução: O artigo busca promover uma reflexão sobre a importância da efetividade dos direitos trabalhistas.
Objetivo: O objetivo é provocar uma reflexão acerca da função que o Direito do Trabalho tem a exercer, diante da precipitação de emergências climáticas, que revelam o esgotamento de um modelo de sociabilidade específico.
Metodologia: A metodologia será materialista histórica, pois articulará pensamentos de autoras e autores que se filiam a uma visão crítica do capitalismo, partindo de Marx como principal referencial teórico.
Resultados: O estudo evidencia que a questão social é exatamente o que provoca o Estado, não sem resistências, a admitir a necessidade de acolher algumas demandas de cuidado, através do Direito. No discurso do Direito do Trabalho, o Estado reconhece a necessidade de proteção e cria mecanismos não apenas de contenção, mas também de tensionamento e transgressão da lógica capitalista. Ao estabelecer limites à jornada e ao salário ou impor condições saudáveis de trabalho, reconhece-se a necessidade de cuidar das pessoas, para que elas consigam viver sob a lógica do trabalho obrigatório, sem adoecer ou morrer precocemente.
Conclusão: A conclusão é de que a efetividade dos direitos trabalhistas é um caminho para a construção de discursos ainda mais transformadores, que permitam outras formas de conviver com a natureza e com os demais seres, de modo saudável e harmonioso.
 PALAVRAS-CHAVE: cuidados; direito do trabalho; ecossocialismo; emergência climática; vida.
Pengaruh Peran Transportasi, Partisipasi Masyarakat Dalam Pengembangan Wisata Danau Sidihoni Terhadap Peningkatan Kepuasan Wisatawan
Authors: SIREGAR MIRA YOSEFA
Published: January 2025

Pulau Samosir berada persis di Danau Toba yang merupakan danau vulkanik terbesar di dunia. Pemandangan alam yang memukau, sejuk dan mempunyai daya tarik karena  berada di tengah Danau Toba Sumatera Utara, Danau Sidihoni terletak di Desa Salaon Toba, Kecamatan Ronggur Ni Huta ini awalnya merupakan kawasan hutan dan rawa seiring waktu wilayah tersebut berubah menjadi cekungan yang terisi air hingga menjadi danau, danau ini bisa berubah warna yang disebabkan oleh ragam fenomena lingkungan. Danau ini dikelilingi bukit landai berbentuk seperti mangkok. Minimnya transportasi umum menuju akses wisata danau si dihoni merupakan salah satu faktor bahwa masih kurangnya pengunjung wisatawan karena daerahnya yang lumayan jauh dari Tomok Kecamatan Simanindo sekitar 2 jam, dari Pangururan menuju ke Danau Sidihoni sekitar 30 Menit sekitar 9 km. Kegiatan ini dilakukan untuk memberikan informasi dan wawasan dalam mengembangkan promosi kajian destinasi alam wisata danau sidihoni serta meningkatkan partisipasi masyarakat dalam meningkatkan pendapatan di daerah objek wisata danau sidihoni. Dalam penelitian ini data dikumpulkan melalui observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi terhadap 53 informan pada waktu liburan natal dan tahun baru Tahum 2024 dengan menggunakan teknik snowball sampling dengan metode deskriptif kualitatif. Hasil Menunjukkan bahwa pada Bulan Desember Tahun 2024 dengan probabilitas 0,000<0,05 dengan Fhitung Sebesar 22,070 dan Ftabel 3.19 menyatakan ada pengaruh yang positif dan signifikan antara peran transportasi, partisipasi masyarakat dalam pengembangan wisata danau sidihoni terhadap kepuasan wisatawan. Pentingnya moda darat angkutan umum trayek  Danau Sidihoni dari Tomok dan Pangururan guna meningkatkan jumlah wisatawan yang ingin menikmati suasana sejuk dan pemandangan yang indah saat berliburan.
Impact of Green Finance on Green Infrastructural Development in Nigeria (1995 – 2022)
Authors: Obayagbona Joel , Imade Efosa O.
Published: January 2025

The study examined the impact of green finance on green infrastructure development in Nigeria for the period 1995 to 2022. The dynamic least square (DOLS) econometric technique was employed for the estimation of data for the study, and the findings indicate that green bond (GB) and all share index (ASI) have significant positive impact on green infrastructure development; while agricultural contribution to GDP (AGRIC/GDP) and market capitalization (MCAP) have significant negative impact on green infrastructural development in Nigeria. The study recommends among others that, the government should strengthen the current level of green financing in the country by initiating appropriate policy to reposition green bond market thereby making it more attractive to investors.
St-Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) Supported By National Emergency Medical Services (EMS): Prospective Study Over A 06-Month Period From January 01st To June 30th, 2023
Authors: Ndiaye Papa Guirane , Dioum Momar , Selloum Abdel , Ndao Cheikh T , Mingou Joseph S , Gaye Cheikh , Beye Mamadou D
Published: January 2025

Introduction: ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) remains a major public health issue worldwide. The pre-hospital care by SMUR unit (medical emergency and resuscitation services) occupies an important place. The main objective of this study was to evaluate the quality of STEMI management by the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in Senegal.

Methodology: It is a prospective, descriptive and analytical study over a period of 06 months from January 1st, 2023 to June 30th, 2023. All STEMI supported by the national EMS of Senegal were included in this study.

Results: We included 82 patients, which represented 0.01% of the EMS activity during this period. The sex ratio (M/F) was 1.9. The average age was 60 years. The interventions of the EMS in Dakar were the most important (82.3%). The most frequent mode of intervention was the search for a place and then transport (56.1%). The average number of structures contacted by the regulation in the search for a place was 2. EMS was mainly requested between 08:00 and 20:00 in 73.2% of cases. The majority of interventions (92.3%) were performed in medical facilities.

The average time between EMS call and SMUR arrival was 91 min. The average time for SMUR teams to respond was 35,2 min. The average time to transport the patient from the site of the intervention to the cardiology department was 48,8 min. The average time between emergency department call and admission to cardiology was 176 min.

Pre-hospital administration of anti-platelet therapy was effective in almost all patients (97.6%). The thrombolysis was mostly pre-hospital (31.7%) with a success rate of 57.7%. Revascularization by percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) was performed in 40 patients (48.7%). We had noted 5 deaths at the sites.

Conclusion: The management of STEMI by the national medical service requires an improvement in deadlines to reduce morbidity and mortality.
Female Sex is Associated with Higher Mortality and More Complications Following PCI
Authors: Mona El-Faramawi , Akram Karam Sarmad , Mariann Tang , Rajesh Bhavsar , Flensted Lassen Jens , Carl-Johan Jakobsen
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Ischemic heart disease (IHD) is a leading cause of death globally. Despite clinical guidelines for treating IHD do not differentiate between sexes, females experience higher mortality compared to males. This study aimed to investigate sex disparities in mortality after standard percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) for IHD and compare to the background expected population mortality.

Methods: The study included 84,335 patients treated with first entry PCI from Western Denmark Heart Registry (2000-2021). Kaplan-Meier survival curves evaluated mortality over time, and logistic regression analyses identified risk factors.

Results: All-cause mortality was higher in females at 30 days (4.54% vs. 3.43%), 1 year (8.24% vs. 6.42%), and 5 years (20.47% vs. 16.48%) (p<0.0001). Compared to the background population mortality, there was a considerable difference between actual and expected 1- and 5-year mortality among males and females following PCI and, despite general longer living time, a significantly higher expected mortality in females compared to males. Males had a better survival than the background population after six years, regardless of the indication for PCI, while females displayed comparable mortality to the background population at eight years. Female sex was associated with higher mortality after 30 days, 1 year, and 5 years, respectively (OR 1.65 (1.47-1.87), OR 1.43 (1.33-1.55), and OR 1.37 (1.30-1.44)).

Conclusion: Females experience higher mortality following first entry PCI compared to males. Additionally, they have a higher expected mortality and a delayed catch-up with the background population mortality relative to males.
Unmasking Hypokinetic Non-Dilated Cardiomyopathy in sub-Saharan Africa: a Study of Ethnic Black African Population
Authors: Hayatu Umar , Nura Ibrahim Maiyadi
Published: January 2025

Background: Hypokinetic non-dilated cardiomyopathy (HnDCM) is a less recognized cardiomyopathy phenotype characterized by global left ventricular (LV) systolic dysfunction without significant chamber enlargement. Sub-Saharan Africa lacks substantial data on this specific cardiomyopathy phenotype. To address this knowledge gap, a study was conducted to investigate the clinical, echocardiographic, electrocardiographic, and roentgenographic characteristics of 16 consecutive patients diagnosed with HnDCM in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Methods: This prospective study included 16 patients with hypokinetic non-dilated cardiomyopathy (HnDCM) recruited over a 38-month period in Sokoto, Nigeria. Patients underwent clinical assessment, echocardiography, electrocardiography, and chest X-ray. Diagnosis was based on European Society of Cardiology (ESC) working group diagnostic criteria, which include left ventricular (LV) or biventricular global systolic dysfunction (defined as LV ejection fraction <45%) without LV dilatation, and absence of abnormal loading conditions such as (hypertension, valvular heart disease) or coronary artery disease (CAD).

Results: The cohort was predominantly middle-aged (mean age 47.8 ± 16.25 years), with a slight female majority (56.25%). All patients presented with heart failure and reduced ejection fraction (<45%), with the majority (56.25%) presenting with left-sided heart failure. A significant proportion exhibited mild to moderate systolic dysfunction (93.75%) and diastolic dysfunction (62.5%). Structural abnormalities were common, including abnormal left ventricular mass index (LVMI) (62.5%) and geometry (68.75%). Significant valvular regurgitation was infrequent, and all patients had normal left ventricular end-diastolic diameter. Electrocardiographic abnormalities were prevalent, including sinus tachycardia (68.75%), ST segment depression (87.50%), T wave inversion (87.50%), prolonged QT (62.50%), and a QRS (RV6/R in I or II or III) voltage ratio of ≤ 3 (93.75%). Chest X-ray revealed cardiomegaly in 56.25% of patients and cardiogenic pulmonary edema in all patients.

Conclusions: Hypokinetic non-dilated cardiomyopathy (HnDCM) is a significant cause of heart failure in SubSaharan Africa, often overlooked. Increased awareness and targeted research are needed to improve outcomes.
Enhancing Climate-Smart Agricultural Practices: A Focus on the Production of African Indigenous Vegetables and Pulses in Kenya
Authors: Muthama Eric , Samita Namikoye Everlyne , Dharani Najma , Karanja Rebecca
Published: January 2025

Pulses and African indigenous vegetables (AIVs) are essential food crops farmed mostly by small-scale farmers in Kenya. Pulses and AIVs are essential in the fight against malnutrition and food insecurity. Additionally, pulses are essential for the nitrogen fixation in the soil. The production of African Indigenous Vegetables and pulses in Kenya is severely affected by climate change and the current surge in insect pest populations. Despite the numerous agricultural methods implemented, increasing soil fertility and controlling pests still pose a significant challenge. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the presence and diversity of AIVs and pulses, their pests’ incidences and farmers’ pests’ management practices in Murang’a County, Kenya. Secondly, the study was conducted to assess the availability and practice of climate-smart agriculture (CSA) practices in AIVs and pulses cultivation. Data were collected using a semi-structured questionnaire from a sample of 226 respondents. Farmers were interviewed in their farms and open-ended questions were used to evaluate practices. Data analysis were performed using statistical software IBM SPSS Version 28. Data were analyzed with descriptive statistics and logistic regression. The findings indicate that farmers have been growing pulses and AIVs for subsistence purposes. Farmers employed a number of climate-smart farming techniques, including the use of organic manure, intercropping, conservation agriculture, the use of cover crops, agroforestry as well as minimal and zero tillage. The AIVs and pulses were significantly present in the study area, and farmers were aware that insect pests were attacking their crops. The logistic regression analysis showed socio-demographic variables such as the level of education, marital status and age had significant positive effect on farmer’s knowledge levels on CSAPs and pests control strategies. Cultivation of AIVs and pulse requires easily available and reasonably priced pest control and soil fertility enhancement products. The study recommends that farmers adopt sustainable farming methods that manage pests, safeguards soil fertility and improves on the yield of AIVs and pulses. There is a need for policies that promote and improve sustainable farming methods.
Mobilizing a Collective Response: Farmer Awareness of the Giant African Snail (Achatina fulica) and its Impacts on Trinidad Agriculture
Authors: Larkin Tracy C , Lindner James R , Molnar Joseph J , Clemons Christopher A , McKibben Jason D
Published: January 2025

This study used Rogers’ Diffusion of Innovation Theory theoretical framework to explain the adoption of the eradication methods of the Giant African Snail (Achatina fulica) by farmers in Trinidad and Tobago. The purpose of this study was to understand the influence of selected factors on the adoption of eradication methods/programs for the Giant African Snail (GAS) by farmers. A cross-sectional design was used for this study. Analytical and descriptive analyses were conducted, including frequencies, percentages, means, standard deviations, and correlations. Results show that the majority of farmers (56.8%) were in the confirmation stage when it came to the eradication of GAS. Overall, farmers strongly agreed that they had a relative advantage over the eradication methods and the eradication methods were compatible and not complex. Farmers neither agreed nor disagreed that the eradication methods of GAS were observable and trialable. There were significant relationships between farmers' farming status and trialability, and between farmers’ level of education and relative advantage and trialability.
The Beekeeping Areas of the State of Yucatán, for the Promotion of their Rational Use and the Transition Towards Organic Honey Production and Botanical Certification
Authors: Adolfo Batllori Sampedro Eduardo
Published: January 2025

Bees play a crucial role in nature as pollinators, enabling the reproduction of most wild and cultivated plants. They are considered an environmental regulatory service, indirectly benefiting food production, biodiversity conservation, and integrated environmental protection. This work analyses data from the state project on Biodiversity and Human Development, proposing a beekeeping zoning plan for Yucatán.
Triboelectric Nanogenerators: From Theory to Experiment
Authors: Micheline Bejjani , Aicha Beya Far , Johnnoel Basset
Published: January 2025

In this study, short circuit charge, current, voltage, and power of triboelectric nanogenerators made of different materials are studied theoretically, guiding to finding optimal material to be used for specific applications. An experiment was performed to validate the theory. Surface defects was a major reason for the deviation from theory as well as the presence of charge leakage and parasitic capacitance not considered in the theoretical studies.
Histological and Histomorphometric Effects of Ethyl Acetate Fraction of Lycopene on the Liver and Pancreas of Experimentally-Induced Diabetic Wistar Rats
Authors: Elijah Arayombo Babatunde , Kalanjati Viskasari Pintoko , Adesanya Ofusori David , Stephen Adewole Olarinde , Serah Arayombo Arayemi , Samson Ige Mokolade , Bolade Arayombo Solomon , Daniel Maduabuchi Samson , Alfred Wehdoe Sloh Jr
Published: January 2025

Objectives: The aim of the study was to assess the effects of ethyl acetate fraction of lycopene (EAFL) on the histoarchitecture and histomorphometry of liver and pancreas of experimentally-induced diabetic Wistar rats.

Materials and Methods: Sixty adult male Wistar rats weighing between 180 and 200g were used for this study. The animals were kept in the animal holding of the department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife. They were fed on high fat rat diet for 4 weeks and given water ad libitum. The animals were given humane care according to the guidelines of Health Research Ethics Committee, Institute of Public Health, Obafemi Awolowo University. They were divided into 6 groups (A, B, C, D E and F) of 10 rats each. Group A was the normal control that received 2ml/kg/day of distilled water orally for 28 days. Group B was induced with 25 mg/kg/day of streptozocin administered intraperitoneally for 5 days. Group C, D and E were the test groups that received EAFL 20, 40, 60mg/kg/ day per oral, respectively for 28 days after induction of diabetes. Group F was the test group treated with Insulin 5 IU/kg/day subcutaneously for 28 days after induction of diabetes. At the end of the experimental period the rats were given 2 weeks of recovery period, then sacrificed under ether anaesthesia. The blood samples were collected by cardiac puncture into plain bottle for serum analysis. The organs of target were harvested, pancreas and liver were fixed in Bouin’s fluid and 10% neutral buffered formalin respectively. Tissues of the organs were processed for paraffin embedding and sections of 5μm were cut and stained.

Results: The immunohistochemical, histological and biochemical evaluations of liver and pancreas revealed, actual distortion to the target organs as shown by immunoreactivity in the pancreas tissue of the toxic group whereas the test groups that were treated with EAFL did not markedly exhibit immunoreactivity, the group with the highest dose of EAFL expressed a near normal immunoreaction, likewise, the toxic group showed a marked histoarchitectural liver and pancreas tissue distortion due to the chronic hyperglycemic state when compared with the diabetic groups and among which the group treated with the highest dose of EAFL responded best, as evidenced by the reversal of the liver and pancreas tissue distortions.

Conclusion: The findings of this study showed that, EAFL may proffer better treatment option for diabetic liver complications if and when further researched to compare various synthetic antidiabetic medications with this intervening agent, which may eventually be a generally acceptable alternative therapy to abate the menace of diabetes and its associated complications.
Breast Implant- Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma: CD30 Modulation Observed with Flow Cytometry
Authors: Falda Alessandra , Davanzo Veronica , Fogar Paola , Zuin Jenny , Galozzi Paola , Basso Daniela
Published: January 2025

Background & Objectives: Anaplastic large cell lymphoma that occurs after breast prosthetic implantation (BIAALCL) is a rare neoplasm for which early diagnosis is necessary because surgery can be the definitive therapy, with recovery from the disease.

There are centres in the world that make a diagnosis only with pathological anatomy studies, but not with flow cytometric analyses and/or molecular tests. The flow cytometry easily allows for the detection, in particular, of small clones. The integration of data from various disciplines enables to detection of this pathology.

To prevent neoplastic cell loss, and ensure sample quality, it's necessary to process the samples within hours. Our previous work analysed the viability and CD30 and CD45 expression on fixed cells in a simulated matrix.

Methods: We assessed the viability and the intensity of CD30 and CD45 expression during the time in fixed and unfixed neoplastic cells of a BIA-ALCL case.

Results: The fixative preserved neoplastic cells in periprosthetic fluid without altering CD30 expression, allowing for accurate analysis and quantification. We consistently observed strong CD30 intensity in fixed cancerous cells. In contrast, samples stored without fixative showed decreased CD30 expression already in cells in the pre-apoptotic stage.

Interpretation & Conclusions: We believe it is important to evaluate CD30 expression with the awareness of differentiating between multiple neoplastic clones in the sample and the modulation of CD30 based on cellular stress. This would ensure a corrected identification and quantification of neoplastic cells, optimizing diagnosis through integration with pathological anatomy and molecular study.
Empowering Excellence: The Impact of Corporate Governance and Employee Competence on Performance
Authors: Putri Eva Kumala Sapna , Achmad Nur
Published: January 2025

This study investigates the impact of employee competence and good corporate governance (GCG) on employee performance, with job satisfaction as a mediating variable, focusing on Bank BJB Bandung. Its uniqueness lies in its specific emphasis on the banking sector, particularly regional banks in Indonesia, which are underexplored in prior research. While many studies examine the general relationship between corporate governance, competence, and performance, this research integrates job satisfaction as a mediator in this unique context. The study employs a quantitative approach, with a population consisting of Bank BJB Bandung employees. Using purposive sampling, 80 respondents were selected, and data were collected through questionnaires designed on a Likert scale. The analysis utilizes PLS-SEM with SMARTPLS 3.2 software, offering a robust framework for testing mediating effects. PLS-SEM comprises two components: The Inner model, which examines relationships between latent variables, and the Outer model, which assesses validity and reliability. The findings reveal that job satisfaction mediates the relationship between employee competence and GCG on employee performance. This study contributes theoretically by emphasizing mediation within the context of regional banking and offers methodological innovation through the application of PLS-SEM for analyzing mediating variables.
Unlocking Firm Value: The Interplay of Intellectual Capital, Financial Risk, and Enterprise risk Management
Authors: Suminarti  , Setyowati Tupi , Maharani Novita
Published: January 2025

This research investigates the impact of Intellectual Capital, Financial Risk, and Enterprise Risk Management on Firm Value in the food and beverage industry. The sample consists of 9 companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the 2018-2022 period, with 45 data points collected using purposive sampling. Secondary data was sourced from financial information available on www.idx.co.id. Multiple linear regression analysis was applied. The study's findings reveal that only Financial Risk has a significant positive effect on Firm Value, while Intellectual Capital and Enterprise Risk Management do not show a significant impact. These results contradict previous research. Based on these findings, it is recommended that companies focus on optimizing financial risk management, particularly in leveraging debt for operations, while still considering the importance of Intellectual Capital and Enterprise Risk Management. These factors may provide long-term benefits for the company despite their current lack of a direct impact on Firm Value.
Unlocking Peak Performance: How Motivation and Discipline Drive Success at the Directorate General of Agricultural Infrastructure and Facilities
Authors: Winarto Pawit , Maemunah Sari , Fitra Muhammad
Published: January 2025

This research aims to explore the impact of motivation and work discipline on employee performance at the Directorate General of Agricultural Infrastructure and Facilities. It examines both the individual and combined effects of motivation and work discipline on staff performance. The study employs a survey method, collecting data through questionnaires distributed to employees of the Directorate General. The analysis includes simple and multiple regression, along with hypothesis testing using T-table and F-table, with data processed through SPSS Version 26. The findings reveal that both motivation and work discipline have a significant and positive impact on employee performance. Furthermore, when considered together, these factors also show a significant effect on performance. These results underline the importance of fostering both motivation and discipline within the workforce. The managerial implications highlight the need for leadership to focus on aligning employee goals with organizational objectives, ensuring that procedures and strategies support a motivated and disciplined team. By doing so, the Directorate General can significantly enhance staff performance and achieve its broader goals effectively.
Land Acquisition for the Eviction of Uncertified Residents Houses for the Widening of Manyar Highway
Authors: Maulidya Diegha Widyasari  , Hardian Iskandar
Published: January 2025

This study aims to analyze land acquisition on uncertified land objects and eviction of residents' houses on Jalan Raya Manyar, Gresik Regency for a highway widening project. The main findings show that the majority of affected residents live on uncertified land (customary land or girik), so the land acquisition process faces obstacles to legality and determining fair compensation. Normative analysis based on Law No. 2/2012 on Land Acquisition for Public Road Purposes shows that the government is obliged to provide compensation to residents, even if the land is not certified. However, findings in the field reveal a lack of transparency, lack of socialization, and asset valuation that does not involve independent parties, triggering social conflicts and lawsuits from residents. The implications of this research include the need to accelerate land certification through programs such as PTSL, the implementation of inclusive socialization, and the appointment of an independent appraisal team to ensure objective compensation. In addition, the establishment of a mediation mechanism involving the government, residents and third parties can reduce resistance and improve the effectiveness of infrastructure projects. This research makes an important contribution to the formulation of more humane, equitable, and sustainable land acquisition policies.
Identification of socioeconomically peripheral municipalities in Slovakia through formal regional taxonomy
Authors:   University in Olomouc, Stražovec Adam
Published: January 2025

Research on spatial polarisation helps to understand the organisation of highly differentiated space. Previous studies have already addressed this topic, and this paper aims to contribute additional insights and findings. This study uses statistical and analytical methods with up to 16 socio-economic indicators derived from the 2021 Census of Popula-tion, Houses and Dwellings, and other socio-economic indicators in a given year, or over the 2011-2020 intercensal period. These methods help identify peripheral municipalities in Slovakia and to point out the causes of this phenomenon. Using methods of formal regional taxonomy, four key factors are introduced that significantly improve identification and spec-ification of socio-economic peripheries. These factors form the foundation for a new typol-ogy of Slovak municipalities based on peripherality. This typology provides a detailed view of individual factors and points out the accumulation of negative values of the factors. These findings are presented within the basic spatial units of Slovakia as municipalities with cu-mulated or partially cumulated peripherality.
Assessment of the usability of open data in Slovakia in the context of mapping and evaluating Blue-Green Infrastructure
Authors:   Technical University of Košice, Tokarčík Ondrej , Blišťan Peter ,   Technical University of Košice, Kovanič Ľudovít ,   Technical University of Košice, Peťovský Patrik ,   Technical University of Košice, Topitzer Branislav ,   Technical University of Košice
Published: January 2025

Mapping and assessing Blue-Green Infrastructure (BGI) is crucial for identifying opportunities to enhance urban planning strategies that support ecological health and im-prove the quality of urban living. This study presents a novel methodology for BGI mapping and evaluation, leveraging freely available datasets in Slovakia integrated with advanced GIS tools, including deep learning methods. The proposed approach combines Open-StreetMap (OSM), LiDAR data, and orthophoto mosaics to provide a comprehensive frame-work for assessing urban BGI. The first section evaluates green and blue areas in the study area, highlighting differences in dataset quality. OSM data underrepresented green spaces, while water bodies were reasonably well-represented. Orthophotomosaics, analyzed using deep learning, Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) and Normalized Difference Water Index (NDWI), offered more precise results, with deep learning achieving higher ac-curacy but requiring significant computational resources. LiDAR data accurately identified trees and shrubs but was less effective in mapping water bodies. In the second phase, we developed a BGI index by integrating the analyzed datasets and using object extraction techniques from the mentioned datasets. The final BGI index of 0.41 places the study area on the border between "Moderate" and "Good" BGI quality. This result suggests that BGI quality can be enhanced through urban interventions such as green roofs and permeable surfaces. The novelty of this study lies in the creation of a new methodology for BGI mapping in Slovakia using freely accessible datasets, providing a replicable model for similar re-gions. This work contributes to the field by laying the foundation for future research aimed at mapping and evaluating BGI.
The popularity of show caves and their attractiveness: a comparative analysis of Slovakia and Czechia in the period of 1991 – 2023
Authors:   Pavol Jozef Šafárik University in Košice, Gessert Alena , Nestorová Dická Janetta ,   Pavol Jozef Šafárik University in Košice, Žifčáková Andrea ,   Pavol Jozef Šafárik University in Košice
Published: January 2025

Show caves represent significant geotourism sites that provide significant revenue sources, particularly in developing economies. Simultaneously, their fragile underground ecosystems offer unique opportunities for nature conservation, environmental education, and sustainable tourism practices. Slovak and Czech show caves share a common history regarding accessibility, protection, and management. However, the division of Czechoslo-vakia in 1993 introduced substantial differences in the administration of these sites. Altho-ugh national organizations with similar principles manage show caves in both countries, a comparative analysis reveals notable differences in visit rates and attractiveness. This study applies a methodological framework combining comparative analysis and a scoring system based on five physical-geographical and five human-geographical attributes to eva-luate the attractiveness of caves. The analysis included correlation methods and Likert scale-based point assessments.. The findings indicate that Czechia shows higher absolute visit rates, lower average entrance fees, and better infrastructure. Slovakia, however, achieves higher relative visit rates per 1,000 inhabitants or tourists and offers unique sites such as the Ochtinská Aragonite Cave and Demänová Cave of Liberty. The COVID-19 pan-demic significantly impacted visit rates in both countries, with Czech cave tourism recove-ring more rapidly. Results emphasize the necessity for effective marketing, sustainable ma-nagement, and infrastructure investments to enhance attractiveness of caves and their eco-nomic viability as tourist destinations.
EMPLOYEE TRAINING TO INCREASE DIGITAL LITERACY
Authors: MATULČÍKOVÁ MARTA , HAMRANOVÁ ANNA , MIŠÚN JURAJ , MIŠÚNOVÁ HUDÁKOVÁ IVANA
Published: January 2025

The intention of our research was to examine the content and scope of education (stated in hours) to enhance digital literacy required for the profession, where we examined selected forms of education. The research was conducted by questionnaire survey. The aim of the paper was to highlight the importance of different areas of education in the development of digital knowledge and skills and to recommend preferred forms of education in each area of digital literacy. The results of the research show that employees in our research sample used self-education the most, followed by peer-to-peer education. Organized learning was used only minimally. Statistical significance was demonstrated in the case of self-education in different content areas of digital literacy. Statistical significance was not demonstrated for the difference in the forms of education from the original education or from the current job position.
Tuned Mass Damper Structure and Fixed Base Structure Comparison with Performance Base Design Method
Authors: Maulidani Andra Akmal , Sulton Mohammad , Umniati B. Sri , Maulida Alfia Salma Mei
Published: January 2025

Indonesia's location in an earthquake zone with moderate to high intensity increases the urgency of planning high-rise earthquake-resistant buildings. Losses that occur due to the absence of procedures to predict earthquakes properly and accurately, make it important to innovate structural systems and evaluate their performance against earthquakes. This study aims to determine the impact of adding Tuned Mass Damper to buildings viewed from the level of structural performance compared to Fixed Base structures. Performance Base Design based on FEMA 440, is a design that categorizes the target damage to building structures into 4 levels of damage reviewed from the percentage of story deviation to the total height of the structure. Tuned Mass Damper is an innovation in structural systems consisting of mass, springs, and dampers installed to absorb their dynamic response. Pendulum Tuned Mass Damper is a Tuned Mass Damper system using a pendulum swinging relative to the floor motion. The addition of Tuned Mass Damper to Fixed Base type buildings causes a decrease in deviation of up to 19% from the original deviation depending on the mass ratio. This addition also reduces the value of the structural period by up to 9% with the period still below the maximum period standard. In addition, the addition of Tuned Mass Damper also reduces the target value of structural displacement based on FEMA 440 by 52% with the immediate occupancy building performance level.
Comparative Analysis of Concrete and Reinforcement Work Volume Using Building Information Modelling Support Software
Authors: Hasbi Edlin Al Khuzaifah , Susanti Betty , Adhitya Bimo Brata
Published: January 2025

The era of the 4.0 revolution has four principles consisting of interconnection, information transparency, technical assistance, and decentralized decision-making. Four principles can be the guidelines for the Building Information Modelling (BIM) system. Government building projects have rules that stipulate that the BIM system must be applied in every construction project. The purpose of this study is to compare the volume of plan and realization work from contractors with conventional methods with plan and realization modeling on pilecap, column, and beam work for concrete and reinforcing work. The method used in this study is to make concrete and reinforcing modeling using Glodon Cubicost TAS and TRB software and use comparative analysis for each work volume result from conventional calculations and BIM modeling results. The data needed consists of general building data, plan drawing data and realization, as well as calculation of the volume of concrete and reinforcement. The results of the study show that there is a varied percentage difference between the data from the contractor and the modeling made, both plans and realization. The use of this software is considered effective if it has been used since the beginning of the construction project, because it can reduce errors and improve the integration between RAB and plan drawings as well as RAP and As Built Drawing.
La “grammematica”, o grammatica dei meme: insegnare la grammatica attraverso i meme
Authors: Ortolano Pierluigi
Published: January 2025

Il presente articolo mira a illustrare le peculiarità di un progetto editoriale il cui obiettivo è quello di proporre una possibile didattica innovativa che parta dall’insegna- mento della grammatica italiana attraverso i nuovi media, in particolare attraverso l’uso dei meme. Il meme, nuovo replicatore comunicativo, così come è stato definito da Richard Dawkins, e medium fra i più usati nella comunicazione di tutti i giorni, potrebbe essere un nuovo genere testuale per l’insegnamento della grammatica italiana. Un insegnamento che non parte dalla definizione di una regola ma dall’errore che potrebbe presentare un meme; si propone pertanto una rilettura della didattica della grammatica, o “gramme- matica”, così come l’ha definita Giuseppe Antonelli su Il Corriere della Sera (La Lettura, 17/09/2023, pp. 14-17).
Fiabe rovesciate: una sperimentazione didattica sulla diafasia con la scuola secondaria di primo grado
Authors: Lanzoni Chiara
Published: January 2025

Questo studio analizza il ruolo della riscrittura creativa di fiabe nel promuo- vere la competenza diafasica tra gli studenti della scuola secondaria di primo grado. Attraverso un progetto didattico sperimentale, gli studenti sono stati guidati nella riscrittu- ra di fiabe classiche, adattandole a diversi registri linguistici che sono stati preventiva- mente introdotti tramite la visione di alcuni spezzoni di film e il completamento di eserci- zi mirati. I risultati indicano un significativo miglioramento nella capacità di modulare il linguaggio in base al contesto comunicativo, evidenziando l’efficacia di questo approc- cio nell’insegnamento delle variazioni stilistiche. L’articolo discute i benefici pedagogici e le implicazioni didattiche di tale metodo, suggerendo ulteriori applicazioni nell’educa- zione linguistica.
Un laboratorio di scrittura nella realtà
Authors: Rosiello Federica
Published: January 2025

Con il presente contributo si vogliono illustrare i risultati di un laboratorio di scrittura attuato in una classe prima di liceo classico, durante il quale sono stati sommi- nistrati agli alunni esercizi di scrittura fortemente ancorati alla realtà come un biglietto al vicino di casa, una mail a un amico, una comunicazione ufficiale tra l’amministrazione comunale e il comando della polizia municipale. L’obiettivo generale è quello di stimola- re gli studenti, attraverso l’uso di registri diversi, allo sviluppo della consapevolezza nei confronti della varietà linguistica. Ogni attività è stata articolata in più fasi di stesura e riscrittura accompagnate da correzioni implicite ed esplicite da parte del docente, cor- rezioni collegiali, autocorrezioni e correzioni tra pari per favorire e guidare, attraverso la gradualità, il tempo e la ripetizione, il processo di interiorizzazione della scrittura.
Locke’s architecture of ideas and cross-modal recognition: A new approach to Locke's answer to Molyneux's question
Authors: Vaughn Anna
Published: January 2025

It’s been more than three hundred years since William Molyneux posed his now-famous question to John Locke. While it’s clear that Locke agrees with Molyneux that someone born blind and made to see would be unable to recognize at first sight the objects he knew previously only by touch (cross-modal recognition), why Locke thinks this is difficult to understand given Locke’s apparent reluctance to engage much with Molyneux’s question. I argue here that due to the lack of clear textual support, and because previous attempts to account for Locke’s negative answer fail to recognize just how little justification Locke provides, motivate the need for a new approach to explain Locke’s answer to Molyneux’s question. My new approach is to consider what successful Lockean cross-modal recognition might look like given his “Architecture of Ideas,” the work of his Essay to account for mental content, from simple sensory ideas to knowledge. This allows us to identify which ideas and mental faculties he might likely consider essential for success at Molyneux’s task, and which, if lacking, explain the newly sighted man’s failure. Furthermore, this approach yields some surprising results: there is more than one reason the newly sighted person would fail. And adjusting the question to involve a cross-modal comparison of two-dimensional shapes does not suggest Locke would change his answer to ‘yes’.
Faktor Lingkungan yang Berhubungan dengan Kejadian Malaria di Kabupaten Kepulauan Mentawai
Authors: Rizki Noura , Masrizal Masrizal , Haq Arinil , Siswati Sri
Published: January 2025

Malaria merupakan penyakit menular di wilayah beriklim tropis. API Kabupaten Kepulauan Mentawai yang merupakan wilayah endemis malaria pada tahun 2022 sebesar 1,46 per 1000 penduduk. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara faktor lingkungan dengan kejadian Malaria di Kabupaten Kepulauan Mentawai tahun 2018-2022. Penelitian ini menggunakan rancangan studi ekologi. Sampel dalam penelitian ini adalah seluruh kejadian malaria yang tercatat di Dinas Kesehatan Kabupaten Kepulauan Mentawai dan data unsur iklim di BMKG Meteorologi Minangkabau dan BMKG Klimatologi Sicincin, data mobilitas di Dinas Perhubungan Kabupaten Kepulauan Mentawai serta data kemiskinan di Dinas Sosial Kabupaten Kepulauan Mentawai tahun 2018-2022. Metode analisis adalah analisis univariat dan bivariat menggunakan uji korelasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan kejadian malaria mengalami peningkatan setiap bulan Juni hingga Agustus. Hasil analisis kejadian malaria dengan unsur iklim dan faktor lingkungan sosial yaitu temperatur (p=0,009; r=-0,332), curah hujan (p=0,001; r=0,513), kecepatan angin (p=0,283; r=0,141), kelembaban (p=0,566; r=0,076), mobilitas (p=0,127; r=0,199), kemiskinan (p=0,899; r=0,018) dan kepadatan penduduk (p=0,028; r=0,311). Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adanya hubungan bermakna antara temperatur, curah hujan dan kepadatan penduduk terhadap kejadian penyakit Malaria. Disarankan untuk meningkatkan tindakan preventif yaitu membersihkan lingkungan dan memberantas breeding places serta edukasi kesehatan kepada masyarakat pada bulan Juni hingga Agustus.
Metaphors we learn by: practitioners’ conceptions of the meaning of nonformal learning in Estonian context
Authors: Põlda Halliki , Katrin Karu  , Riina Reinsalu
Published: January 2025

Non-formal education is the central standpoint and practice of lifelong learning. The aim
of the article is to demonstrate the possibilities of construing the meaning of non-formal
education through practitioners’ conceptions in Estonia. At the same time, we show how
non-formal education practice can enrich other types of education and how these
principles may be more widely applied in formal education as well. The current research
based on metaphor analysis draws on the materials collected in focus group interviews
with practitioners (n=17). Analysis revealed that practitioners describe non-formal
education as a cooperational journey of discovery which requires effort, concentrates on
development and is related to emotions, play and creativity. At the same time, non-formal
education is defined through metaphors of cultural symbols and open space. The diverse
opportunities of non-formal education create the basis for choices and tolerance to
differences, whereas the emergence of border area metaphors confirms the deep rooted
idea that non-formal education’s place lies in between different types of education.
Detection of reproducible liver cancer specific ligand-receptor signaling in blood
Authors: Safrastyan Aram , Wollny Damian
Published: January 2025

Cell-cell communication mediated by ligand-receptor interactions (LRI) is critical to coordinating diverse biological processes in homeostasis and disease. Lately, our understanding of these processes has greatly expanded through the inference of cellular communication, utilizing RNA extracted from bulk tissue or individual cells. Considering the challenge of obtaining tissue biopsies for these approaches, we considered the potential of studying cell-free RNA obtained from blood. To test the feasibility of this approach, we used the BulkSignalR algorithm across 295 cell-free RNA samples and compared the LRI profiles across multiple cancer types and healthy donors. Interestingly, we detected specific and reproducible LRIs particularly in the blood of liver cancer patients compared to healthy donors. We found an increase in the magnitude of hepatocyte interactions, notably hepatocyte autocrine interactions in liver cancer patients. Additionally, a robust panel of 30 liver cancer-specific LRIs presents a bridge linking liver cancer pathogenesis to discernible blood markers. In summary, our approach shows the plausibility of detecting liver LRIs in blood and builds upon the biological understanding of cell-free transcriptomes.
Color fundus photograph-based diabetic retinopathy grading via label relaxed collaborative learning on deep features and radiomics features
Authors: Zhang Chao , Sheng Guanglei , Su Jie , Duan Lian
Published: January 2025

Introduction

Diabetic retinopathy (DR) has long been recognized as a common complication of diabetes, making accurate automated grading of its severity essential. Color fundus photographs play a crucial role in the grading of DR. With the advancement of artificial intelligence technologies, numerous researchers have conducted studies on DR grading based on deep features and radiomic features extracted from color fundus photographs.

Method

We combine deep features and radiomic features to design a feature fusion algorithm. First, we utilize convolutional neural networks to extract deep features from color fundus photographs and employ radiomic methodologies to extract radiomic features. Subsequently, we design a label relaxation-based collaborative learning algorithm for feature fusion.

Results

We validate the effectiveness of the proposed method on two fundus image datasets: the DR1 Dataset and the MESSIDOR Dataset. The proposed method achieved 96.86 of AUC on DR1 and 96.34 of AUC on MESSIDOR, which are better than state-of-the-art methods. Also, the divergence between the training AUC and testing AUC increases substantially after the removal of manifold regularization.

Conclusion

Label relaxation can enhance the distinguishability of training samples in the label space, thereby improving the model's classification accuracy. Additionally, graph constraints based on manifold learning methods can mitigate overfitting caused by label relaxation.