bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Information on medical records of covid-19 patients in Indonesia
Authors: Wenny Lili Sudria , Lolytasari  , Putra Riyan Adi , Merdeka Pita , Ahwan Muh. Ahlis , Afida Ana
Published: June 2024

Background of the study: This research describes medical record management activities in two government hospitals in Indonesia, namely RSUD Tugurejo Semarang and RSUD Kota South Tangerang. This Hospital became history for the Indonesian people during the COVID-19 era and became a referral hospital for COVID-19 patients. Medical records, as written documents regarding the initial history of a patient's illness, can be trusted in the name of law and become archives with legal and historical value. Therefore, it is necessary to look at how the medical records of COVID-19 patients are recorded and utilized.
Purpose: Analyze the use of COVID-19 medical records as a source of health information data in hospitals.
Method: This research uses descriptive qualitative methods. Data sources come from observation, interviews, and documentation.
Findings: The research results found that medical records at General Hospitals in Indonesia are managed based on life cycle files, following the guidelines issued by the Regulation of the Minister of Health of the Republic of Indonesia Number 24 of 2022 concerning Medical Records.
Conclusion: The more organized a hospital's medical record archive is, the more information contained in the medical record will be visible to researchers.
Information experience of undergraduate students when optimizing google search for their study
Authors: Prasetyawan Yanuar Yoga , Heriyanto  , Arfa Mecca
Published: June 2024

Background of the study: Google has become the most popular search engine worldwide and its name has its own merit within information search, as such when people are searching for information they would most often say ‘google it’ rather than ‘look for it’.
Purpose: The present research employs information experience perspective that investigates students of Universitas Diponegoro when they are using Google search to help complete their assignments.
Method: The research method used to capture the information experience of Universitas Diponegoro students when using Google to look for information associated with their studies was the qualitative research method. Semi-structured interviews were used in this study to explore further information experience of students in exploring information using the Google search engine
Findings: The findings revealed that undergraduate students have their own techniques when using Google search. They are well familiar with formulating search queries; the majority being able to take on this stage of task easily. However, students found it challenging when they have to start evaluating which of the search results would give the most relevant information to help with their assignments.
Conclusions: Students’ prior knowledge appeared to be the governing factor of how well they are able to determine which of the compiled information sources are best for their study. Every student has their own best approach and experience to optimize Google. Generally, it was found that the students within this study had similar ways in formulating keywords to search for information on Google and were only different in certain details of experiences.
Re-thinking of arsiparis as records and archives professional in Indonesia
Authors: Wahyuni Elya Riska Dwi , Rakhmawati Rina
Published: June 2024

Background of the study: To be able to manage archival documents according to applicable standards, organizations need professional and competent arsiparis. Professionalism and competence are represented in the qualification and requirements in the recruitment process.
Purpose: This paper aims to present the results of a mapping study of the qualification and special requirement for arsiparis, also analyzes the implications of these aspects for the reinforcement of arsiparis profiles
Method: this paper uses an inductive qualitative approach, with the data analysis process by content analysis
Findings: Formal educational qualification are still dominant in archival science major, although many opportunities are also for individuals with non-archival science backgrounds. Job experience in archives and records management is also recommended to acquire by individual who wants to be arsiparis. However, these have implications for the arsiparis’ profile which tends to be interpreted that archives and records management can be done by anyone.
Conclusion: The authors give three recommends. First, confirming educational qualification limits; second, limiting the scope of arsiparis taskforce, and strengthening the independence of professional associations.
Exploring topics of the female librarians
Authors: Arumdini Savira , Ariani Ria , Santosa Faizhal Arif
Published: June 2024

Background of the study: Female librarians often face limitations in their professional development and encounter various challenges. Previous studies have shown that while many articles focus on women librarians as a subject, few delve into the topics discussed.
Purpose: This research aims to find out which topics are developing in the world of libraries, with a specific focus on female librarians.
Method: This study uses topic modelling to explore abstracts from documents discussing female librarians, using BERTopic, scattertext, and VOSviewer to identify emerging topics from data obtained from Scopus.
Findings: A total of 6 topics were determined, where Topic 0 and Topic 3 had the highest similarity. At the same time, keyword analysis did not reveal any particularly prominent keywords in the 2020s.
Conclusion: The discussion on female librarians covers topics such as professional advancement, work-life balance, knowledge gaps in technology, stereotypes, and the correlation between these topics. This study provides an overview of text analysis that librarians can use to identify topics in a collection of texts, such as abstracts, and examine how different topics relate to each other, as a single document can reflect multiple topics.
Mapping the research landscape of recommender systems for digital libraries
Authors: Awal Gaganmeet Kaur , Tehlan Ujjwal
Published: June 2024

Background of the study: In today’s information-rich environment, researchers face the difficulty of managing information overload and struggle to identify meaningful information among a plethora of choices. A recommender system plays a crucial role in assisting users in discovering relevant information from a digital library.
Purpose: This study aims to provide a bibliometric analysis of research publications on recommender systems for digital libraries.
Method: The research method involved the quantitative bibliometric approach to analyse the research publications from the Web of Science and Scopus databases using Biblioshiny. The dataset retrieved comprises 374 documents published between the period of 2004-2023.
Findings: The study's findings highlight that the number of publications was notably high in 2009 and 2018 within the analyzed period. The most significant contributors are Porcel C, Herrera-Viedma E, and Beel J. There is a considerable international collaboration between the countries- China, USA, and Germany. 
Conclusions: This study indicates an emerging interest in recommender systems for digital libraries with the continuous evolution of new recommendation models. There is a huge potential for research considering the availability of multimodal data, the continuous evolution of new technologies such as deep learning, and opportunities for the development of an architecture for integrating different digital libraries.
Information management design for higher education
Authors: Fajriyah Annisa , Mudawamah Nita Siti , Puspitadewi Ganis Chandra
Published: June 2024

Background of the study: The existence of information management unit is important for the continuity of information life cycle. However, in reality, not all institutions have this unit. This research was conducted to provide an overview of information management at universities that do not yet have a special information management unit.
Purpose: This research aims to provide a design information management that can be applied, especially at the UIN Malang or other public universities; especially those that have similar conditions with this university.
Method: This study utilized a qualitative method and a case study approach. Through in-depth interviews with parties who understand the flow of the university’s work. In addition, observations were conducted at other institutions with comparable structures to develop a workable information management design for this institution.
Findings: An information management design at Universitas Islam Negeri Malang can be implemented with policies and division of work in certain units owned by this university.
Conclusion: A workflow, especially for information management, must be implemented with commitment from all units involved, so that the absence of a related unit does not become a barrier to information management.
Evaluating the Effectiveness of the iPusnas in Enhancing Elementary Students’ Numeracy Skills
Authors: Firdaus Fery Muhamad , Safitri Amalia Dyah , Amanah Dita Noor , Fadhli Rahmat , Hassan Nurulhuda Md
Published: June 2024

Background of the study: Integrating digital resources in education is increasingly important for enhancing student learning experiences and outcomes. This study examines the impact of using iPusnas e-books on the numeracy skills of fifth-grade elementary school students.
Purpose: The primary aim of this study was to determine the effectiveness of iPusnas e-books in improving the numeracy skills of elementary school students compared to traditional learning methods using textbooks.
Method: A quasi-experimental design with a non-equivalent control group was employed. The sample consisted of two fifth-grade classes from SD Muhammadiyah 1 Wonopeti, Yogyakarta, Indonesia. One class served as the experimental group using iPusnas e-books, while the other served as the control group using traditional textbooks. Pre-tests and post-tests were administered to assess numeracy skills. Data were analyzed using T-tests and N-Gain tests.
Findings: The results indicated a significant improvement in the numeracy skills of students in the experimental group compared to the control group. iPusnas e-books were more effective than traditional textbooks, as evidenced by higher post-test scores and N-Gain values.
Conclusion: The study concludes that iPusnas e-books significantly enhance numeracy skills in fifth-grade students, highlighting the potential of digital learning resources to improve educational outcomes.
PERAN CITRA TUBUH, FAKTOR SOSIAL EKONOMI, KUALITAS KONSUMSI PANGAN DAN HUBUNGANNYA DENGAN KEJADIAN KEK PADA WANITA USIA SUBUR DI KECAMATAN MENES KABUPATEN PANDEGLANG
Authors: Fauziah Firli Isda , Ashari Chica Riska
Published: June 2024

Chronic energy deficiency (CED) is a condition resulting from prolonged or chronic lack of food intake, especially energy and protein, and is characterized by Mid-upper Arm Circumference (MUAC) < 23.5 cm. The CED can occur due to low socio-economic status and dissatisfaction with the body, which will affect the lack of variety of food consumed. This research aims to see the relationship between socio-economic status, quality of food consumption and body image on the incidence of CED among women of reproductive age (WRA) in Menes District, Pandeglang Regency. This research is quantitative research with a cross sectional design, and analyzed using the Chi Square test. The sample was determined using purposive sampling and obtained 123 respondents. Data collection was carried out by measuring MUAC, 2x24 hour recall and interviews using socioeconomic status questionnaires, women dietary diversity score (WDDS) and Body Shape Questionnaire (BSQ-16). The results of the study showed that 29.3% of respondents experienced CED, which shows that there is a relationship between recent education (p = 0.036), income (p = 0.009), and body image (p = 0.005) with the incidence of CED among WRA in Menes District, Pandeglang Regency. The research results also show that there is no relationship between nutritional knowledge (p = 0.106), employment (p = 0.364), and quality of food consumption (p = 0.392) with the incidence of CED among WRA in Menes District, Pandeglang Regency. The conclusion of this research is that the incidence of KCED in WRA can be influenced by education, income and body image.
KARAKTERISTIK NUGET IKAN KEMBUNG (Rastrelliger kanagurta L) BEBAS GLUTEN DENGAN PENAMBAHAN TEPUNG PATI UMBI GANYONG (Canna edulis Kerr.)
Authors: Mulia Air Ristya Wahyu , Pujiastuti Veronica Ima , Purnawijayanti Hiasinta Anatasia
Published: June 2024

Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are allergic to gluten products. Fish nuggets generally should not be consumed by children with autism because due to gluten (wheat flour) ingredients. This research developed gluten-free mackerel nuggets using ganyong flour as a filler. The study was to determine the effect of using ganyong flour on protein content, levels of omega-3 fatty acids, cooking loss, water holding capacity, sensory characteristics, and preference level for gluten-free mackerel fish nuggets. An experimental study with a completely randomized design (CRD) with three replications and four treatments. The addition of ganyong flour in mackerel nuggets was 0% (G0); 5% (G1); 10% (G2); 15% (G3); and 20%(G4). The best treatment was determined based on the result of the highest level of sensory preference. Mackerel nuggets with the addition of 10% canna flour as the best result, with characteristics are cooking loss (12%), water holding capacity (64.92%), protein content (14.05%), and omega-3 content (0.54%). The increase of ganyong flour (Canna edulis Kerr) affected the cooking loss, and sensory characteristics (p value <0,05). Mackerel fish nuggets and ganyong flour formulations can be categorized as gluten-free nuggets that can be consumed by children with ASD.
KUKIS IKAN MUJAIR DAN DAUN KELOR SEBAGAI MAKANAN PENDAMPING ASI KAYA PROTEIN
Authors: Hidayanti Lilik , Rosa Mila , Susilawati Prima Endang
Published: June 2024

Babies over 6 months of age need complementary foods with high protein content. Tilapia fish and Moringa leaves have a high protein content, so they can be used as food to food fortification in making cookies. The aim of this research is to analyze the acceptability and protein content of cookies fortified with tilapia fish meal and moringa leaf flour. The research design used was Research and Development (R&D) with a Completely Randomized Design (CRD), using four treatments and two replications. The selected formula is determined based on the average value of acceptability of color, aroma, taste and texture. Analysis of protein content using the Kjeldahl method. There was a difference in the acceptability (preference for color, aroma, taste and texture) of cookies fortified with tilapia fish meal and moringa leaf flour compared to the control formula. The selected formula based on the average value of color, aroma, taste and texture was formula F3 (87g wheat flour, 6g tilapia fish meal and 2g moringa leaf flour). The selected formula, namely formula F3, contains protein per 100g, 2.85g higher than the control formula (F0). It is necessary to analyze macronutrients and other micronutrients so that the entire nutritional content of cookies can be known
Authors: Nur'aidha Amalia Cemara , Setiana Mira , Anugrah Dena
Published: June 2024

Polymer thin coatings have an important role in the medical field, one of which is to improve the functionality of medical devices. In addition, polymer thin coatings can improve the biocompatibility of medical devices to prevent negative reactions of the human body. Several methods can be used to produce thin films, one of which is the spin coating method which is often used. The method is very flexible and can be used by a variety of materials. In addition, it requires precise control of rotational speed and time. Based on this, a Spin Coater was designed using a Brushless DC motor and arduino nano as a controller and equipped with a push button to select the required speed value, with a speed range of 1000-8000RPM. Testing of the design results was carried out by dripping red ink on the substrate. The spin coating results show that at 1000RPM the coating is not perfect, while at 5000RPM the coating results reach 90%. For 6000-8000RPM the brushless DC motor experiences environmental errors, where the PLA chamber is unable to withstand the vibrations generated by the DC motor
Authors: Shubhi Muhammad Hilmy , Salfira Ginanda , Makki M. Aditya , Wibowo Rahmat C. , Karyanto Karyanto , Dani Ilham
Published: June 2024

CCS is an effort made by the oil and gas industry to reduce carbon or greenhouse emissions. This research was carried out by calculating petrophysical calculations and calculating the Shale Gouge Ratio (SGR). The Shale Gouge Ratio (SGR) method is one method for determining Fault Seal Analysis (FSA) to analyze faults that are sealing or leaking, so as to obtain the potential for Carbon Capture Storage (CCS) in the area. From the values obtained, it can be seen from the FSA analysis that a value of <20% indicates an area that can flow fluid (leaking) while an FSA value >20% indicates an area that blocks fluid flow (sealing). The results of several methods carried out were then integrated and obtained the results of petrophysical calculations as well as the SGR value in the Ngrayong Formation showing that there is a reservoir that has sandstone and carbonate lithology and the formation has an SGR of 24.09% which is sealing.
Key words: carbon capture storage, Ngrayong Formation, shale gouge ratio
Authors: Setiawan Andreas , Sulistiyanto Sigit , Riyanto Cucun Alep , Wiguna Gede Arya
Published: June 2024

Air pollution is the biggest environmental threat to global public health and accounts for an estimated million premature deaths each year. With each breath, humans can inhale a number of tiny particles that can damage the lungs, heart and brain and cause a multitude of health problems. While air pollution is a global problem, it does not proportionally affect the entire world. People living in developing countries have a greater impact due to poor environmental management. There is a lack of affordable and long-term operational air monitoring systems, leading to a lack of technological support to address this.  Based on this urgency, this paper develops an air quality measurement system based on ENS160 and WEMOS D1 sensors integrated with the Internet of Things platform.  At the end, a trial of the system that has been operated for approximately 4.5 months continuously is reported. The system successfully stores 200,000 data which is the accumulation of measurements every 1 minute. Furthermore, the error analysis of the measurement system is also shown, which is less than 1%.  This shows the success of the system as a reliable and affordable air quality measurement system for the long term. With the discovery of the right measurement system formulation, it is expected to help manage and improve environmental health, especially against the effects of air pollution in Indonesia.
Diet of smooth-coated otter Lutrogale perspicillata (Geoffroy, 1826) in the Moyar River, Western Ghats, South India
Authors: Narasimmarajan Kannadasan , Mathai Manu Thomas , Hayward Matt W. , Palanivel Sonaimuthu
Published: June 2024

Otters are constrained to aquatic ecosystems where they often perform the role of “apex” predators. Effective conservation of otters requires sufficient knowledge of their dietary resources. Our aim was to determine the diet of smooth-coated otter in the Moyar River, Western Ghats, to ensure they have sufficient nutritional resources for their conservation. Ninety spraints were examined, from which we identified sixteen fish species (six families), three crabs, one mollusc, and some insects. Cyprinidae family occurred more frequently in otter diet in the post-monsoon, winter, and summer seasons, while Cichlidae were eaten mainly in the summer (analysis of variance; F = 2.442; d.f. = 1; P = 0.2161). Smooth-coated otters specialized on fishes (98.39%), while crabs and molluscs comprised 1.39% of their diet (χ2= 28.809; d.f. = 9, P = 0.001). Fishes that were eaten were between 5 cm and 41 cm in length with Hypselobarbus micropogon, Labeo pangusia, and Hypselobarbus dubius the largest (15–41 cm), while Pethia conchonius and Cirrhinus reba were the smallest (4–8 cm). The feeding pattern of otters in the Moyar River was similar throughout the year (χ2 = 1.856; d.f. = 4, P = 0.3474). We conclude that the smooth-coated otters in the Moyar River are primarily piscivores. However, season-wise fish surveys occasionally revealed low fish diversity, and otter diet and feeding patterns did not alter significantly between seasons. It highlights the potential need for distinct conservation management aims for the fragile Moyar River habitats of the Western Ghats—a global biodiversity hotspot.
Silver-blend hydroxyapatite bio-ceramics for enhanced photocatalytic degradation of methylene blue
Authors: Junnarkar Manoj V. , Sawant Prateek V. , Parekar Mahadev A. , Kardile Avadhut V. , Thorat Ashish B. , Joshi Ramakant P. , Mene Ravindra U.
Published: June 2024

In this article, nanostructured hydroxyapatite (HAp) and Ag-doped HAp are synthesized via a wet chemical precipitation route and ion-exchange methods to analyze their photocatalytic performance via the degradation of organic dyes. X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), and scanning electron microscope (SEM)/energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) are used to analyze the structural, functional, morphological, and elemental properties of the samples. Ultra violet (UV)-visible diffuse reflectance spectroscopy is used to monitor the changes in the band-gap energies of the samples. The Tauc plots show the decrease in the band gap of HAp due to Ag doping. XRD confirms the crystalline hexagonal phase of HAp, whereas the SEM and EDS further confirm the presence of Ag ions in the HAp matrix. FTIR spectra validate the characteristic bands of hydroxyl and phosphate species of HAp. The degradation of organic dyes through photocatalysis was carried out using pure and Ag-doped HAp samples as the catalysts under solar irradiation. It is observed that the Ag-HAp photocatalysts show a better efficiency toward the degradation of methylene blue (MB) compared to malachite green or Rhodamine B. HAp sample with Ag (0.15 M) content showed a remarkable degradation of MB (97% in 60 minutes) when compared to pure HAp, which showed only 11% degradation. The effect of Ag doping on the reaction kinetics was also studied, wherein the reaction rates were enhanced by increasing Ag concentrations. Moreover, the Ag-doped HAp shows excellent recycling ability highlighting its practical usage as a photocatalyst for wastewater treatment.
The mental health of Ukrainian refugees: a narrative review
Authors: Ellis Emily , Hazell Cassie , Mason Oliver
Published: June 2024

There are currently over 6.5 million Ukrainian refugees worldwide and this number is growing. Previous research has highlighted refugees’ vulnerability and increased risk of developing mental health problems, and there has been a growing body of research focusing on Ukrainian refugees specifically since the Russo-Ukrainian war began in February 2022. The aim of this review is to explore the current literature on the mental health of Ukrainian refugees. A systematic search was carried out and identified 21 relevant papers that met inclusion criteria. Common themes were generated using narrative synthesis principles across the included papers. Four themes were identified: (1) General Psychological Distress, (2) Common Mental Health Problems, (3) PTSD and Trauma, and (4) Coping and Resilience. This review sheds light on the current mental health of Ukrainian refugees and highlights a number of risk and mitigating factors in relation to specific mental health conditions. Implications for future research, interventions, and support are discussed, and the strengths and limitations are considered.
Innovations and Applications of Millimeter Wave Antennas: A Literature Review
Authors: Garcia Erick , Pansoy Ronie , Arboleda Edwin
Published: June 2024

Millimeter wave antennas have significance for high-speed, high-capacity wireless communication, delivering substantial advantages and an array of applications. This literature review analyzes the historical development, assessment of performance, difficulties with design, and contemporary applications in telecommunications, radar systems, and imaging. It covers the development of technology, especially within the context of 5G and beyond, and focuses at several antenna designs that deal with technical issues including reduction and impedance matching. The review also studies the effect of design on efficiency and bandwidth, identifying research gaps and potential futures, notably in terms of 5G technology. The commitment to develop millimeter wave antenna technology for next-generation wireless networks is evident, underlining the need of continued research and development.
Literature Review on Simulation and Measuring Techniques for Transmission Lines and Antennas
Authors: Pansoy Ronie , Garcia Erick , Arboleda Edwin
Published: June 2024

This literature review investigates the importance of simulation and measurement techniques in the development of transmission lines and antennas, which are crucial to the reliability and efficiency of communication system. It emphasizes the necessity of exact measurement and computational approaches for simulating complicated electromagnetic process, which help to optimize designs before physical prototypes are built. The review examines a variety of research articles that offer innovative solutions to improving accuracy in antenna design, scalability and cost challenges in antenna measurements, and crosstalk measurement methods. It also explores how these methodologies affect antenna design parameters such as gain, bandwidth, and radiation patterns, emphasizing the importance of correct modeling to ensure the performance of transmission lines and antennas in modern communication system. The review serves as a valuable reference for guiding future research and technological advancements in these fields.
YOLOv10 to Its Genesis: A Decadal and Comprehensive Review of The You Only Look Once Series
Authors: Sapkota Ranjan , Qureshi Rizwan , Flores-Calero Marco , Badgujar Chetan , Nepal Upesh , Poulose Alwin , Zeno Peter , Bhanu Prakash Vaddevolu Uday , Yan Hong , Karkee Manoj
Published: June 2024

This review systematically examines the progression of the You Only Look Once (YOLO) object detection algorithms from YOLOv1 to the recently unveiled YOLOv10. Employing a reverse chronological analysis, this study examines the advancements introduced by YOLO algorithms, beginning with YOLOv10 and progressing through YOLOv9, YOLOv8, and subsequent versions to explore each version's contributions to enhancing speed, accuracy, and computational efficiency in real-time object detection. The study highlights the transformative impact of YOLO across five critical application areas: automotive safety, healthcare, industrial manufacturing, surveillance, and agriculture. By detailing the incremental technological advancements that each iteration brought, this review not only chronicles the evolution of YOLO but also discusses the challenges and limitations observed in each earlier versions. The evolution signifies a path towards integrating YOLO with multimodal, context-aware, and General Artificial Intelligence (AGI) systems for the next YOLO decade, promising significant implications for future developments in AI-driven applications.
Camouflaged Object Detection using 3 Yolo
Authors: Awasthi Vinay K , Mayberg Max , Liu Yin-Li
Published: June 2024

Real time camouflaged object detection so far using CAMO or COD10K datset has been able to achieve mAP50 less than 64%. We present a fourier transfom and Milkyway filament extraction based method extracting shape and edges of camouflaged object, achieving 88%+ mAP50 while continuing to deliver real time detection using YOLOv8s based models. This allows for search and rescue of wilelife and humans in smoke, fog, natural disasters possible by combining low compute Yolov8s model on headup display for rescue workers such as firefighters, first reponders etc.
3a-(4-Chlorophenyl)-1-thioxo-2,3,3a,4-tetrahydroimidazo[1,5-a]quinazolin-5(1H)-one
Authors: Defant Andrea , Innocenti Nicole , Mancini Ines
Published: June 2024

With the aim to produce new heterocycle molecules, the previously reported 2-(aminomethyl)-2-(4-chlorophenyl)-2,3-dihydroquinazolin-4(1H)-one was converted efficiently by reacting with N,N’-dithiocarbonyldiimidazole (DTCI), to produce the substituted imidazolidine-2-thione moiety inserted in a three fused ring scaffold of the title compound. The molecular composition was confirmed by a high-resolution MS experiment, and its structure was elucidated by 1H, 13CNMR, and IR analyses. The thioacetamide form of the product was supported by density functional theory (DFT)-NMR analysis where 13C chemical shifts of thioacetamide form and of its iminothiol tautomer were calculated in chloroform at the BP86 /Jgauss-TZP2 level of theory. The very good linear correlation between 13C chemical shifts by experiment and by calculation for the NHC=S form confirmed the structure.
Climate Change Impacts on Viticulture in Italy: Insights from Historical and Future Scenarios Across Administrative Areas, Latitudes, and Elevations
Authors: Alba Vittorio , Russi Alessandra , Caputo Angelo Raffaele , Gentilesco Giovanni
Published: June 2024

(1) Background: The aim of the work was to characterize the climatic evolution and change based on the Multi Criteria Classification through the dynamics of bioclimatic indices in viticulture across Italy and its regional administrative boundaries, focusing on latitudes and elevations. (2) Methods: The impact of climate change on viticulture in Italy was analysed and spatialized with reference to historical data from 1991 to 2021 and to the Future Scenarios up to 2080 assumed by SSP2-4.5 and SSP5-8.5, taking into account 13 GCMs. (3) Results: The bioclimatic indices have all shown a significant trend in the historical period, with an increase in temperature and a decrease in precipitation, reflecting their effects on the entire Italian territory with respect to HI, up to 44°N for CI and up to 46°N for DI, regardless of altitude. The Future Scenarios highlighted a shift towards the warmer classes of the two temperature-based indices (HI and CI) for both SSPs, especially for altitudes up to 900 m a.s.l.. The DI-based classification based on DI remained relatively stable in Italy over time, although DI values will become increasingly negative in the near future. (4) Conclusions: The climate in Italy is warming, especially in the south and in the coastal regions. By 2080, more areas will be “Very Hot” with “Warm Nights.” Drought will also increase and have a negative impact on viticulture. The importance of higher latitudes and altitudes in mitigating the effects of climate change justifies the continuing trend towards the relocation of vineyards as a medium-term solution and as an alternative to targeted cultivation methods that must be adopted in the short-term to safeguard the suitability of an area to quality viticulture.
Pilot Evaluation of Silicone Surrogates for Oral Mucosa Simulation in Craniofacial Surgical Training
Authors: Cin Mitchell Dennis , Koka Krishna Sai , Darragh Justin , Nourmohammadi Zahra , Hamdan Usama , Zopf David A.
Published: June 2024

Surgical simulators are crucial in early craniofacial and plastic surgical training, necessitating synthetic materials that accurately replicate tissue properties. Recent critiques of our lab’s currently deployed silicone surrogate have highlighted numerous areas for improvement. To further refine our models, our group's objective is to find a composition of materials that is closest in fidelity to native oral mucosa during surgical rehearsal by expert craniofacial surgeons. Fifteen platinum silicone-based surrogate samples were constructed with variable hardness and slacker percentages. These samples underwent evaluation of tactile sensation, hardness, needle puncture, cut resistance, suture retention, defect repair, and tensile elasticity. Expert craniofacial surgeon evaluators provided focused qualitative feedback on selected top-performing samples for further assessment and statistical comparisons. Evaluation revealed surrogate characteristics with satisfactory to good performance. Sample 977 exhibited the highest performance, and comparison with the original surrogate (sample 810) demonstrated significant improvements in critical areas, emphasizing the efficacy of the refined composition. The study identified a silicone composition that directly addresses the feedback received by our team’s original silicone surrogate. The study underscores the delicate balance between biofidelity and practicality in surgical simulation. The need for ongoing refinement in surrogate materials is evident to optimize training experiences for early surgical learners.
Evolution of Dew and Rain Water Resources in Gujarat (India) between 2005 and 2021
Authors: Budhbhatti Rupal , Roy Anil , Muselli Marc , Beysens Daniel
Published: June 2024

Global warming leads in general to a reduction in precipitations and non-rainfall water contributions such as dew. The present study, carried out in Gujarat (India) for 17 years between 2005 and 2021, shows however a rare increase of the rain falls and dew condensation, the latter related to an increase in relative humidity and a decrease in wind amplitudes. Rain was obtained from meteo stations. Dew was calculated from an energy model and meteo data from 15 meteo stations (14 in India and 1 in Pakistan) and compared to early and dedicated measurements in 13 sites. Maps of dew, rain and their relative contributions during the period are provided. They show that, while rain mainly occurs during the monsoon (June to September), dew forms during the dry season (October to April). This water resource was mapped over the Gujarat state of India by using a kriging process. According to the site, the dew/rain ratios can represent between 4.6% (Ahmedabad) to 37.2% (Jamnagar) on the whole period of 17 years. This positive evolution, which is observed since 2015-2017, is likely to continue in the future.
Evaluation of the Quality of ChatGPT’s Responses to Top 20 Questions about Robotic Hip and Knee Arthroplasty: Findings, Perspectives and Critical Remark on Healthcare Education
Authors: Venosa Michele , Calvisi Vittorio , Iademarco Giulio , Romanini Emilio , Ciminiello Enrico , Cerciello Simone , Logroscino Giandomenico
Published: June 2024

Robotic-assisted hip and knee arthroplasty represents significant advancements in orthopedic surgery. Artificial intelligence (AI) - driven chatbots, such ChatGP, plays a significant role in healthcare education. This study aims to evaluate the quality of responses provided by ChatGPT to the top 20 questions concerning robotic-assisted hip and knee arthroplasty.We have asked ChatGPT to select the top 20 questions on Google concerning robotic hip and knee arthroplasty and to provide a detailed answer to each of them. The accuracy of the information provided were examined by three orthopedic surgeons with scientific and clinical experience in hip and knee replacement surgery. The accuracy was assessed through a 5-point Likert scale (from 1 – completely incorrect to 5 – correct); the completeness through a 4-point Likert scale (from 0 – comprehensiveness not assessable for completely incorrect answers to 3 – exhaustive information) on two different occasions to ensure the consistency of the assessment. Our analysis reveals that ChatGPT provides a relatively high degree of accuracy, moreover the explanations can be considered satisfy, especially for factual questions. The findings suggest that ChatGPT can serve as a valuable initial resource for general information on robotic hip and knee arthroplasty but the integration with human expertise remains essential.
Estimating Monetary Demand Using a Flexible Model of Almost Ideal Demand System(AIDS)
Authors: Azizi Jafar , Jabbari Afsaneh
Published: June 2024

Money demand is the amount of real money balance with people and they can decide at any time what part of their assets to keep in cash. In this study, money was assumed to be a durable good that leads to the flow of some kind of service. Therefore, money became a function of utility. Using AIDS elasticity demand function, income, price and cross elasticities were evaluated. The statistics of this study are related to the years 2003-2022. The results showed that, based on the assumption of three goods, the demand includes bills and negotiable instruments, demand deposits, and time deposits. Based on the limitation of symmetry, collectability and homogeneity, the tensions can be calculated. The results showed that the price elasticity of demand for banknotes and muskox with term deposits is not significant. On the other hand, the cross tension between sight deposits and term deposits is negative and significant.
Efficient Commutative PQC Algorithms on Isogenies of Edwards Curves
Authors: Bessalov Anatoly , Sokolov Volodymyr , Abramov Sergey
Published: June 2024

The article presents the author’s works in the field of modifications and modeling of the PQC CSIDH algorithm on non-cyclic supersingular Edwards curves and its predecessor CRS scheme on ordinary non-cyclic Edwards curves are reviewed. Lower estimates of the computational speed gains of the modified algorithms over the original ones are obtained. The most significant results were obtained by choosing classes of non-cyclic Edwards curves connected as quadratic twist pairs instead of cyclic complete Edwards curves, as well as the method of algorithm randomization as an alternative to “constant time CSIDH.” It is shown that in the CSIDH and CSIKE algorithms, there are two independent cryptosystems with the possibility of parallel computation, eliminating the threat of side-channel attacks. For the CRS scheme, there are four such cryptosystems. Integral lower bound estimates of the performance gain of the modified CSIDH algorithm are obtained at 1.5 ∙ 29, and for the CRS scheme are 3 ∙ 29.
How to Survive without Water? A Short Lesson from Desiccation Tolerance of the Budding Yeast
Authors: Robison Zoe L. , Ren Qun , Zhang Zhaojie
Published: June 2024

Water is essential for all life on earth. It is a major component that makes up living organisms and plays a vital role in multiple biological processes. It provides a medium for chemical and enzymatic reactions in the cell and is a major player for osmoregulation and maintenance of cell turgidity. Despite this, many organisms, called anhydrobiotes, are capable of surviving under extremely dehydrated conditions. Less is known about how anhydrobiotes adapt and survive under the desiccation stress. Studies have shown that morphological and physiological changes occur in anhydrobiotes in response to desiccation stress. Certain disaccharides and proteins, including heat shock proteins, intrinsically disordered proteins, and hydrophilins, play important roles in the desiccation tolerance of the anhydrobiotes. In this review, we summarize the recent findings of the desiccation tolerance in the budding yeasts Saccharomyces cerevisiae. We also propose that the yeast under desiccation could be used as a model to study neurodegenerative disorders.
Development of Ballistic Protection Soft Panels According to Regulatory Documents
Authors: Barkane Dana , Grecka Marianna , Almli Dana , Mecnika Viktorija , Ziemele Inese
Published: June 2024

The development of ballistic protection vests (BPVs) has become increasingly significant, particularly in the design of soft panels, which are critical to the overall size and configuration of these vests. Despite their importance, a standardized design process for soft panels is lacking in the literature. This research addresses this gap by creating soft panels tailored to the body types of regional soldiers while adhering to relevant standards. We propose a comprehensive design algorithm and evaluate the applicability of the National Institute of Justice (NIJ) standard 0101.06 test templates for configuring these panels. This study aims to design soft ballistic panels for BPVs that cater to the body type requirements of regional soldiers and comply with NIJ 0101.06 standards. We have developed an algorithm for designing soft panels and analyzed the feasibility of using NIJ test templates for their configuration. The research encompasses a detailed literature review, analysis of existing BPV soft panels, and comparison with NIJ test templates. The panels were designed and scaled using computer-aided design (CAD) systems and evaluated through by physical fitting on mannequins and virtual fitting using the Clo3D program. Our findings indicate that the NIJ standard test templates are only partially applicable to the design of soft panels. The developed methodology includes an algorithm and size specifications tailored to regional covers. A coefficient (K) was identified to calculate the soft panel surface area prior to design, thereby saving time and resources.
Correlative Effects on Nanoplastic Aggregation in Model Extracellular Biofilm Substances Investigated With Fluorescence Correlation Spectroscopy
Authors: Guckeisen Tobias , Orghici Rozalia , Rathgeber Silke
Published: June 2024

The increasing micro and nanoplastic pollution is of immense concern. Recent studies show that biofilm substances in contact with nanoplastics play an important role in aggregation and sedimentation of nanoplastics. Consequences of these processes are changes in biofilm formation and stability and changes in transport and fate of pollutants in the environment. Having a deeper understanding of the nanoplastics-biofilm interaction would help to evaluate the risks posed by uncontrolled nanoplastic pollution. These interactions are impacted by environmental changes due to climate change, such as e.g. acidification of surface waters. We apply fluorescence correlation spectroscopy (FCS) to investigate the pH-dependent aggregation tendency of non-functionalized polystyrene (PS) nanoparticles (NPs) due to intermolecular forces with model extracellular biofilm substances. Our biofilm model consists of bovine serum albumin (BSA), which serves as a representative for globular proteins, and the polysaccharide alginate, which is a main component in many biofilms, in solutions containing Na+ with ionic strength being realistic for fresh water conditions. Biomolecule concentrations ranging from 0.5 g/l up to at maximum 21 g/l are considered. We use non-functionalized polystyrene NPs as representative for mostly negatively charged nanoplastics. BSA promotes NP aggregation through adsorption onto the NPs and BSA mediated bridging. In BSA-alginate mixtures the alginate hampers this interaction, most likely due to alginate-BSA complex formation. Thus, the NP are more stable in the BSA-alginate mixtures compared to solutions containing solely BSA. In most BSA-alginate mixtures and alginate alone, other weaker attractive forces, mainly depletion forces, seem to cause NP aggregation. These forces are not electrostatic in nature and thus are less influenced by the pH-value. At high BSA contents the electrostatic BSA-BSA attraction is not sufficiently screened leading to a destabilization of the NP. This study clearly shows that it is crucial to consider correlative effects between multiple biofilm components to better understand the NP aggregation in the presence of complex biofilm substances. Single component biofilm model systems based on comparing the total organic carbon content of the extracellular biofilm substances, as usually considered, would have led to an misjudgment of the stability towards aggregation. Nevertheless, if the protein content is not too high, a simple model that only depends on polysaccharide concentration could be feasible to predict aggregation under environmental relevant conditions.
Prospect for Fine and Coarse Coal Waste Deployment for a Constructed Technosol and Eragrostis tef Growth
Authors: Oliveira Eduardo Kercher , Venturella Arthur Cesa , Weiler Jéssica , Schneider¹ Ivo André Homrich
Published: June 2024

The aim of this study was to evaluate soil properties and Eragrostis tef (teff) growth on Technosols produced from coarse and fine coal wastes from Moatize Mine, Mozambique. The experiment was performed in triplicate in 30 L containers filled with different substrate conditions, composed of fine coal waste, coarse coal waste, agricultural soil, and sewage sludge as an organic matter source. The soil analyses included bulk density, available water capacity, permeability, and fertility. Plant growth was monitored for biomass production and plant tissue composition. All the substrates presented a good available water capacity and a proper drainage condition. Regarding the soil fertility, there were shortages of potassium and boron in the substrates composed exclusively of coal wastes, which was reflected in the composition of the plant tissue. Even so, plant growth was statistically equivalent to the control in all conditions, except for the substrate produced exclusively with fine coal waste and sewage sludge, which presented a better performance. Technosols are an alternative for reducing the final mine waste volume, and Eragrostis tef used as a means for land use after the mining process, with social gains, and as a tool in an ecological process for restoring coal mining sites.
Little Learners Go 360: Evaluating the Impact of 360o Videos on Kindergarten Students’ Understanding of Wild Animals
Authors: Fokides Emmanuel , Vlachopoulou Christina
Published: June 2024

In recent years, 360o videos have gained the attention of researchers investigating their educational potential. Given the ongoing debate about their impact on learning, particularly with young students where existing research is minimal, a comprehensive study was conducted to evaluate their effectiveness relative to other media forms. The study involved 44 kindergarten students learning about wild animals over nine sessions. The 360o videos were compared to printed materials and conventional videos to measure knowledge acquisition, motivation, enjoyment/positive feelings, immersion, and ease of use. The findings suggest that, compared to printed materials, 360o videos enhance knowledge acquisition. However, this advantage does not extend to comparisons with conventional videos. Similarly, while enjoyment and motivation were higher for 360o videos compared to printed materials, they did not surpass those associated with conventional videos. Despite their potential, 360o videos were deemed the least easy to use, likely due to the employment of low-cost HMDs. Immersion emerged as the only factor where 360o videos excelled, demonstrating a notable influence on learning outcomes. The implications of the study are also discussed.
BESO and SESO: Comparative Analysis of Spatial Structures Considering Self-Weight and Structural Reliability
Authors: Simonetti Hélio Luiz , Almeida Valério S. , Neves Francisco de Assis das , Azar Sina Zhian , Silva Márcio Maciel da
Published: June 2024

A comparative analysis between Bidirectional Evolutionary Structural Optimization (BESO) and Smoothing-ESO (SESO), simultaneously considering Reliability-Based Topology Optimization (RBTO) and the structure's self-weight in the case of three-dimensional elasticity, is presented in this study. Due to the important role of the existence of uncertainties in making the structural design more realistic, geometry, volumetric fraction, modulus of elasticity, compliance, and loading are considered random variables with normal probability distribution. When adopting the First Order Reliability Method (FORM), the failure probability is calculated based on the reliability index. Furthermore, considering the influence of self-weight in problems involving large structures in civil engineering, especially in the case of bridges, makes the optimal configuration more reliable for design. A series of examples are covered to validate the methods presented, showing their efficiency and robustness.