bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Enhanced Joint Effects of ENSO and IOD on Southeast China Winter Precipitation after 1980s
Authors: Zhang Ling , Shi Ruizi , Fraedrich Klaus , Zhu Xiuhua
Published: July 2022

Based on the NCEP/NCAR reanalysis data, the COBE sea surface temperature (SST) and the GPCC precipitation, El Niño-South Oscillation (ENSO) influencing the variability of winter rainfall anomalies in Southeast China is analyzed under the synergistic effect of Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD). Winter precipitation and atmospheric circulation of the years of IOD concurring with ENSO are compared with single IOD or ENSO, to reveal the mechanism of synergistic effects on the variability of winter rainfall anomalies in Southeast China. The results show that the correlation between IOD/ENSO and the winter precipitation in Southeast China has increased since 1980s. These correlations were significant in years of IOD and ENSO co-occurrence compared to years of IOD or ENSO only, which is mainly due to the lagged atmospheric thermal and dynamic responses to an IOD forcing in synergy with ENSO. The positive IOD (PIOD) events can trigger and modify the anticyclone to the east of India, which transports moisture from the tropical Indian Ocean to Southeast China. In addition, El Niño events can strengthen the abnormal anticyclone over Philippines in winter, which is conducive to maintain the water vapor channel from the tropical West Pacific to Southeast China. Information flow analysis shows that the causalities between IOD and ENSO were enhanced after 1980s, causing the significant increase in the frequency of winter abnormal precipitation in the years of IOD and ENSO concurrence. Furthermore, the higher frequency of PIOD with El Niño (compared to negative IOD with La Niña) attained a ratio of 2:1 after the 1980s, enhancing the Southeast China winter precipitation events associated with IOD and ENSO and the generation of interdecadal variability. This study is helpful to understand the mechanisms of winter precipitation changes in Southeast China, and to improve the forecast accuracy of winter extreme precipitation events.
Changes in Positive Airway Pressure Use in Adults with Sleep-Related Breathing Disorder during the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Cross-Sectional National Community-Based Survey
Authors: Kendzerska Tetyana , Saad Mysa , Ayas Najib , Robillard Rebecca
Published: July 2022

Purpose: To better understand: i) a positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy use during the pandemic, ii) how PAP use may relate to sleep, health, and COVID-19-related outcomes, and iii) factors associated with PAP use during the pandemic. Methods: This study is based on data collected between Apr 2020 and Jan 2021 as part of the online cross-sectional national community-based survey. The included participants were located in North America, 18 years and older, with self-reported sleep-related breathing disorder (SBD) and usage of a PAP device in the last month before and during the COVID-19 pandemic (“in the past 7 days”). Results: Of all respondents, 7.2% (41/570) stopped using PAP during the pandemic. There were no significant differences between individuals who continued and stopped using PAP in the time elapsed since the pandemic declaration, age, sex, education level, occupational status, family income, or the proportions of individuals endorsing symptoms that could be related to COVID-19. Compared to individuals who continued using PAP, those who stopped had significantly shorter sleep time, lower sleep efficiency, and poorer sleep quality. Higher stress levels and living with someone who experienced symptoms that could be attributable to COVID-19 were independently associated with stopping using PAP.Conclusions: In this survey study, we found that most individuals with SBD continued PAP therapy during the pandemic. However, even 7% of participants who stopped using PAP cannot be ignored. Identifying individuals at risk of discontinuing PAP treatment would help design targeted interventions for patients and health professionals to improve PAP use.
The Impact of COVID-19 Lockdown on Disordered Eating Behaviors in a Community Sample: The Mediation Role of Psychological Distress
Authors: Ramalho Sofia , Trovisqueira Ana , de Lourdes Marta , Gonçalves Sónia , Ribeiro Inês , Vaz Ana R. , Machado Paulo P. P. , Conceição Eva
Published: July 2022

﻿Objective: This study aims to explore associations between disordered eating behaviors in adults during the COVID-19 lockdown period, and the experienced psychosocial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, depressive symptomatology, anxiety/stress levels.Methods: This was a community-based cross-sectional study assessing 254 Portuguese adults (82.7% women; 35.82 ±11.82 years) one week after the end of the mandatory COVID-19 lockdown in Portugal. An online survey was conducted to evaluate psychological distress, disordered eating, and psychosocial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Pearson correlations and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) were performed.Results: Participants reported the presence of meal skipping (52.8%), grazing eating behavior (80.9%), overeating (81.0%), loss of control over eating (47.2%), and binge eating episodes (39.2%) during lockdown. Uncontrolled and emotional eating were significantly correlated with the psychosocial impact of COVID-19 pandemic, depression, anxiety, and stress levels. SEM analyses indicated that the relationship between experienced psychosocial impact of COVID-19 pandemic on disordered eating behaviors was mediated through psychological distress experienced (CMIN/DF= 1.499, CFI = .99, RMSEA = .045).Conclusions: The psychosocial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic crisis may lead to disordered eating, and this relation may occur through the elevation of psychological distress. These findings inform about clinical targets for preventive interventions to promote disordered eating in a community sample during potential similar future situations.
Çok Değişkenli Kuraklık Frekans Analizi ve Risk Değerlendirmesi: Kahramanmaraş Örneği
Authors: EŞİT Musa , YÜCE Mehmet İshak
Published: July 2022

Kuraklık, mevsimsel veya daha uzun süreli yağış eksikliğinin bir sonucu olarak neredeyse tüm iklim bölgelerinde meydana gelen doğal bir afettir. Küresel ısınma, yağış yetersizliği, düşük yağış miktarı ve süresi, düşük bağıl nem ve diğer faktörlerin tümü, kuraklığın yaygınlaşmasına sebep olmaktadır. Bu çalışmada, Kahramanmaraş ilinin çok değişkenli kuraklık frekans analizi ve risk değerlendirilmesi kopula fonksiyonları kullanılarak yapılmıştır. Kuraklık parametreleri (süre ve şiddet), SPI (Standartlaştırılmış Yağış İndeksi) indeksi yöntemi ile elde edildikten sonra, her bir parametreye en uygun marjinal dağılımlar bulunmuştur. Son olarak, elde edilen en uygun marjinal dağılımlara bağlı olarak, en uygun kopula fonksiyonu hesaplandıktan sonra, Kahramanmaraş ilinin kuraklık parametrelerinin şartlı dönüş olasılıkları ve süreleri elde edilmiştir. Bu çalışma sonucunda, en yüksek şartlı kuraklık şiddeti dönüş periyodu Kahramanmaraş merkezde görülürken, en düşük dönüş periyoduna ise Elbistan ilçesinde saptanmıştır. En yüksek şartlı kuraklık süresi dikkate alındığında, Afşin ilçesi en yüksek dönüş periyoduna sahip iken (en az riskli), Elbistan ilçesi en kısa dönüş periyoduna sahip olduğu (riskli) gözlemlenmiştir. Elbistan ilinin hem şartlı kuraklık şiddeti hem de kuraklık süresi dönüş periyoduna göre diğer ilçelere ve merkeze göre daha fazla kuraklık riski taşıdığı gözlemlenmiştir. Bu çalışma, Kahramanmaraş ili için kuraklık risk değerlendirmesi yönetiminde karar vericilere faydalı bilgiler sağlamaktadır.
Apreciaciones de los universitarios frente a la crisis por la COVID-19 y la enseñanza remota de emergencia en México
Authors: Hernández Herrera Claudia Alejandra
Published: July 2022

La crisis por la COVID-19 ha llevado al cierre obligatorio de las escuelas. Como consecuencia, se ha implementado la enseñanza remota de emergencia; sin embargo, el acelerado cambio ha hecho visibles las brechas digitales y la difícil situación económica de algunas familias. Por su parte, las universidades trabajan bajo la incertidumbre, innovando y buscando soluciones que impulsen la educación digital de calidad. El objetivo del artículo fue analizar las percepciones de los jóvenes universitarios sobre las emociones negativas que han sentido durante la pandemia; su sentir sobre los beneficios y obstáculos de estudiar online, y sus apreciaciones sobre el desempeño de los profesores durante el confinamiento. Es un estudio cualitativo. Los datos se obtuvieron mediante entrevistas semiestructurada; se analizó la información por medio del software ATLAS.ti. Se llevaron a cabo veinte entrevistas a estudiantes de cuatro instituciones de educación superior mexicanas, ubicadas en la Ciudad de México. Se encontró que los jóvenes han sentido miedo, depresión, enojo, ansiedad, frustración y nostalgia; esto aunado a que los momentos más complicados han sido la enfermedad en su familia provocada por el virus, y el desempleo. Además, los estudiantes se han enfrentado a fallas en la electricidad y el internet, a la escasa cultura del trabajo en equipo, a la dificultad para enfocarse en la tarea, y al incremento en las cargas de trabajo. Los beneficios que los alumnos han percibido son el ahorro en los tiempos de traslado y que, en algunos de los casos, han logrado convertirse en estudiantes autónomos. Por último, se halló que algunos profesores muestran empatía. Sin embargo, muchos de ellos han aumentado las actividades y requieren capacitación en tecnologías. Se concluye que la enseñanza remota de emergencia ha impulsado las innovaciones en los procesos de enseñanza aprendizaje; sin embargo, el cambio acelerado puede llevar a los estudiantes a desertar por la falta de recursos tecnológicos, y la disminución del interés y la motivación para el aprendizaje. El posible regreso a las aulas ha llevado a pensar en trabajar en los sistemas híbridos, sin olvidar el desarrollo de evaluaciones que permitan identificar los conocimientos adquiridos en tiempos de pandemia. Por último, es imprescindible estudiar el impacto en el mercado laboral que tendrá para los jóvenes que están egresando en tiempos de coronavirus.
Continuidad de la empresa familiar a partir de la profesionalización, la institucionalización y la sucesión. Estudio de caso
Authors: Marcelino Aranda Mariana , Torres Ramírez Aylin , Novoa José Carlos , Camacho Alejandro D.
Published: July 2022

El presente trabajo contribuye a las investigaciones sobre la continuidad de los negocios familiares, al dar evidencia empírica de la coexistencia y la retroalimentación entre los procesos de sucesión, profesionalización e institucionalización, a partir de elementos de planeación estratégica, recursos humanos y órganos de gobierno. Se empleó una metodología cualitativa, de alcance descriptivo, a través del método de estudio de caso. El trabajo se llevó a cabo en una pequeña empresa familiar ubicada en la Ciudad de México, dedicada a servicios tecnológicos especializados. El proceso de sucesión se da desde una lógica institucional familiar. El padre fundador ha fungido como mentor del sucesor, y bajo su liderazgo —aunque no de manera consciente— ha llevado a cabo la profesionalización e institucionalización con la participación del sucesor. Con la profesionalización del sucesor y la incorporación de externos profesionales en áreas clave de la empresa, se espera mayor eficiencia operativa y un mejor desempeño financiero. A pesar de que el negocio lleva 15 años en el mercado, no cuenta con una estructura organizacional sistematizada que le permita ser más eficiente y obtener mejores resultados financieros, por lo que a partir de la institucionalización, se dan los elementos estructurales que dan soporte al modelo de negocio, a fin de que las decisiones tomadas por la gerencia no sean reactivas sino proactivas, y más en entornos económicos dinámicos y hostiles (como la crisis de salud ocasionada por la pandemia de COVID-19). Este trabajo revela los elementos que contribuyen a aumentar el porcentaje de empresas, principalmente de micro y pequeñas, para alcanzar el traspaso generacional del padre fundador a los hijos, a partir de visualizar la coexistencia y retroalimentación entre los procesos de sucesión, profesionalización e institucionalización para la continuidad de la empresa familiar. Se rescata la importancia de formalizar el protocolo familiar a fin de dar certidumbre del traspaso del control y la propiedad. El proceso de institucionalización puede generar conflictos entre el padre fundador y el sucesor en sus formas de asumir riesgos y de gestión estratégica. La crisis de pandemia COVID-19 evidenció que una de las principales fortalezas de la empresa familiar es la solidaridad y compromiso de los miembros familiares ante situaciones de crisis. Finalmente, el proceso de sucesión, para que tenga una mayor probabilidad de éxito, requiere la profesionalización del sucesor, y esto, a su vez, genera la institucionalización de la organización.
A 2D hydrodynamic model-based method for efficient flood inundation modelling
Authors: Yang Qi , Wu Wenyan , Wang Q. J. , Vaze Jai
Published: July 2022

Efficient and accurate flood inundation predictions can provide useful information for flood risk mitigation and water resource management. In this paper, we propose a new modelling method, LoHy + , which can be applied to efficiently simulate the spatiotemporal evolution of flood inundation with reasonable accuracy. The method integrates a low-fidelity two-dimensional (2D) hydrodynamic model and a mapping module to estimate water depth in a catchment during floods. The performance of the proposed modelling method was evaluated using a real-world catchment of approximate 2,000 km2, in the Southern Murray–Darling Basin, Australia. The results show that there is a good agreement between flood inundation obtained from the proposed method and that simulated using a high-fidelity 2D hydrodynamic model. The proposed method is much more efficient than the high-fidelity 2D hydrodynamic model, which makes it an alternative method for applications requiring many model runs or long simulation durations. Also, the LoHy+ model has the potential to be applied in flood inundation forecast, flood risk mitigation design water resource management, etc.
First steps in the ecological flow determining for Latvian rivers
Authors: Jekabsone Jolanta , Abersons Kaspars , Kolcova Tatjana , Tirums Marcis
Published: July 2022

This study analyses the impact of small hydropower plants (HPP) on fish in three Latvian transboundary river basin districts. The MesoHABSIM habitat simulation model was applied to seven Latvian lowland rivers regulated by HPP, four of which belong to the salmonid river type and three to the cyprinid type. Daily stream flow time series for 1961–2018 were used for flow regime calculations in reference (unimpacted) and altered (impacted by HPP operation) flow conditions. Conditional habitat suitability model/criteria for fish were used to assess a potentially available habitat at different flow conditions. Brown trout (Salmo trutta) for salmonid rivers and chub (Squalius cephalus) for cyprinid rivers were selected as case examples to show habitat suitability for different stream types. The authors found significant differences in habitat availability for salmonid and cyprinid rivers, indicating that ecological flows must be calculated separately for fast- and slow-flowing rivers. This study is the first attempt in Latvia to set ecological flow values not only using hydrological calculations but also biological data as an indicator of ecological changes.
Assessment of microplastic contamination in the urban lower Chao Phraya River of Bangkok city, Thailand
Authors: Ounjai Khattiya , Boontanon Suwanna Kitpati , Piyaviriyakul Pitchaya , Tanaka Shuhei , Fujii Shigeo
Published: July 2022

Rivers are one of the major pathways for the transportation of microplastics (MPs) from land-based sources to the ocean. However, there are only a few studies on MPs in freshwater environments, particularly in Asian countries. In this study, MP contamination in the Chao Phraya River in selected locations distributed throughout Bangkok, Thailand was investigated. MPs were collected using a Manta net with a mesh size of 335 μm. After digestion and distinction based on density, MPs were observed using a stereomicroscope, and polymer types were identified using Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy. MP concentrations detected in the five sampling locations of the river water from upstream to downstream were 11, 35, 40, 15, and 4 particles/m3, with an average concentration of 21±16 particles/m3. Most MPs were identified as either fragments or sheets/films. Polypropylene was the dominant polymer type. The number of MPs increases as their size decreases. Potential sources of MPs may include the degradation of single-use plastic products, especially containers and plastic packaging. MP concentrations and characteristics varied for different locations, indicating different sources and pathways of MPs in urban contexts. Further investigation on the different pathways of the transportation of MPs to river water from land-based sources is required.
Morphological analysis and evaluation of Givi-chay River conduit form (northwest of Iran)
Authors: Piroozi Elnaz , Madadi Aghil , Saraskanrood Sayyad Asghari , Sihag Parveen
Published: July 2022

In this study, the factors affecting the formation of channel patterns and dynamics in the Givi-chay River during the period 2019–2000 were analysed. To evaluate the river strength, flaw stress and its effects on channel morphology, Landsat 7 and 8 images, topographic maps, geology, and hydrological and field data were used. According to the results of the calculation of hydrological indicators, in terms of 15, the index, a significant difference is seen among upstream and downstream stations. Therefore, it can be found that the presence of the Givi Dam has created a good platform for intensifying the hydrological and morphological changes of the river plan. The particular strength of the river in all parts of the fourth interval and the ninth, 12th, eighth (second interval) levels causes the erosion threshold to soar. The highest amount of shear stress was observed in the second interval at 12, 13, and 9, respectively. Generally, the changes of the Givi River Plan include expansion of existing meanders, displacement of paths, increase of curvature and formation of small meanders and formation of channel pattern and dynamics, affected by discharge provision, sediment discharge due to dam construction, lithological resistance of the riverbed and human interference.
Estimation of probable maximum precipitation 24-h (PMP 24-h) through statistical methods over Iran
Authors: Fattahi Ebrahim , Habibi Maral
Published: July 2022

Estimating the probable maximum precipitation (PMP) is necessary to calculate the probable maximum flood (PMF). It is of high importance in checking the adequacy of dam overflow capacity and other development and water transfer plans of a given area. In this research, using the for an annual 24-hour maximum rainfall data set of 45 synoptic stations throughout the country, the PMP values were calculated through the original Hershfield method and then the Hershfield-Desa method. By comparing the obtained results of 24-hour PMP estimation through the two mentioned methods, it is found that the estimation of PMP values in the original/first Hershfield method is well higher than the expected value (2.54 to 4.03). While in the modified method (Desa method), PMP values are significantly reduced and seem more reasonable (1.02 to 1.3). Meanwhile, the calculated variability and skewness coefficients also indicated more variability of PMP values in the southern stations of the country compared to rainy regions, which makes the estimation of PMP in the southern regions of the country considerably unreliable.
Nitrogen process in stormwater bioretention: effect of the antecedent dry days on the relative abundance of nitrogen functional genes
Authors: Yao Chen , Qingyu Wu , Zhen Liu , Renyu Chen , Qihong Cheng , Shaochun Yuan , Qiong Wu , Yinghui Tang
Published: July 2022

In this study, we evaluated the relative abundance of nitrogen functional genes (amoA, nirK and nirS) involved in ammonia oxidation and denitrification bacteria in laboratory-scale bioretention columns in response to environmental factors (e.g., moisture content, pH, soil organic matter, soil nitrogen) under different antecedent dry days (ADDs). We observed a decrease tendency of the relative abundance of ammonia-oxidizing bacteria at first and then increased when increasing ADDs from 1 to 22 day, while the relative abundance of denitrifying bacteria showed a downward trend. The abundance of bacteria gene amoA was positively associated with soil ammonia nitrogen concentration (r2 = 0.389, p < 0.05) and soil organic matter concentration (r2 = 0.334, p < 0.05), while the abundance of bacteria gene nirS was positively correlated with soil ammonia nitrogen (r2 = 0.730, p < 0.01), soil organic matter (r2 = 0.901, p < 0.01) and soil total nitrogen (r2 = 0.779, p < 0.01). Furthermore, gene counts for bacteria gene nirS were correlated negatively with plant root length (r2 = 0.364, p < 0.05) and plant biomass (r2 = 0.381, p < 0.05). Taken together, these results suggest that both nitrification and denitrification can occur in bioretention systems, which can be affected by environmental factors.
Integrating Educational Data Mining in Augmented Reality Virtual Learning Environment
Authors: Ankora Carlos , Aju D.
Published: July 2022

Virtual learning environments have become an essential tool, incorporated in
learning activities in educational institutions and individuals’ homes, especially during
the COVID-19 pandemic. Digital devices provide the platform for the learning
environment, but learning sometimes becomes passive and boring. Augmented reality
provides learners with the needed motivation, engagement, thereby boosting the
learner’s activity within the virtual learning environment. It augments the traditional
learning materials with 3D objects, animations, audio and visual elements, which offer
better interactivity for a rich learning experience.
This study aims to give an overview of the development of an augmented reality
system to provide a virtual learning environment that delivers a more engaging and
motivating lesson, story and experience. The study incorporates Scrum methodology,
an agile software development practice that uses small increments called sprints to
develop the virtual learning environment in several usable modules. The study also
discusses the software tools, Blender and Unity 3D, to develop 3D models and the
augmented reality modules for the virtual learning environment. The system uses
image targets as markers to project 3D objects to augment the images from the
traditional learning materials and offer a better visual experience. The development
incorporates features of Educational Data Mining to optimise users’ learning styles and
learning experiences. This chapter will demonstrate augmented reality technologies to
implement a virtual learning environment that will offer an interactive and engaging
learning experience.
Potential Use of Tree-based Tools for Chemometric Analysis of Infrared Spectra
Authors: A.C. Minho Lucas , E.A. de Magalhães Bárbara , G.M. de Freitas Alexandre
Published: July 2022

One of the most elegant and versatile techniques of machine learning is the
decision tree. The decision tree is a simple tool to predict and explain the relationship
between the object and the target value, recursively partitioning the input space. Tree
ensembles such as random forest and gradient boosting trees significantly improve the
predictive power of supervised models based on tree weak predictors. In a random
forest, the generalized error that is included in the model prediction is dependent on the
correlation strength between the trees and the individual predictors' quality. The
random selection of features in each node split is at the core of random forest, which
makes it as effective as other complex machine learning techniques while having a
lower computational cost, which is appealing in the analysis of large data matrices such
as those generated by infrared spectroscopy because most analysts do not have
computers with high processing capacity for implementing those complex models.
Also, techniques based on the decision tree are more robust to noise, which is
preferable for the analysis of trace level contaminants. In this chapter, we present the
techniques based on decision trees and apply them to solve problems related to
classification, regression, and feature selection in spectra obtained experimentally and
provided by public repositories. Comparisons of the performance obtained with
techniques based on the decision tree in relation to other chemometric tools are also
performed.
Crow Search Algorithm: A Systematic Review
Authors: Aloss Ali , Sahu Barnali , Jena Om Prakash
Published: July 2022

Cognitive computing and Artificial Intelligence (AI) are Computer Science
branches which aim to create machines and ingenious technologies that are capable of
working and thinking like humans. Evolutionary computing is a subfield of AI that
uses nature-inspired mechanisms (algorithms) and solves problems through processes
that mimic the behavior of living organisms. Researchers have focused on several
meta-heuristic algorithms, and the Crow Search Algorithm (CSA) is one of the recently
developed algorithms dependent on the astute conduct of crows. CSA is a populace based methodology. It works by storing excess food in hiding places and extracting the
food when necessary. This algorithm has been used in different fields such as medical
diagnoses, fractional optimization problems, and energy problems. Several
modifications have been made to this algorithm, and the current research focuses on a
systematic review of the applications of the crow search algorithm in the medical
domain and the variants of CSA and its application in different engineering fields.
El miedo a leer y escribir
Authors: Hincapié García Alexánder
Published: July 2022

A few days ago I attended a meeting of university professors. In it, the conditions for the development of the assigned semester courses were updated. the conditions for the development of the assigned semester courses were updated. A coordinator of the program from which the meeting is being held, specifies its characterization of the students enrolled in the courses. Perhaps she would not say characterization, but rather cartographic fold or something more expressive and sophisticated. At what she points out is that students read little and write less. Qualities that she explains by noting that 'we come from cultures of orality' and that 'our horizons are more narrative than written'. our horizons are more narrative than written'. For this reason, he suggests that courses should not their foundation in writing and, much less, in forcing students to write. to write. What the coordinator indicates is that we have to implement other ways of developing our courses and classes. other ways of developing our courses and classes. In the end, she seems to be relieving us of our tasks as teachers, after all. our tasks as teachers, after all, the students can't read and write and don't want to! and write and they don't want to! As you can imagine, if you judge our time well, the teachers attending the teachers attending the meeting say very little, and those who do say something seem to share the coordinator's those who do say something seem to share the coordinator's criteria. In general, they are all are all eager for new didactic alternatives to replace the outdated traditional education. traditional education. Writing is somewhat obsolete when confronted with the promise of a renewed educational paradise. There is no defense of the need for teachers and students to write! teachers and students to write!
The Impact of a Clinical Decision Support System for Addressing Physical Activity and Healthy Eating During Smoking Cessation Treatment: Hybrid Type I Randomized Controlled Trial
Authors: Minian Nadia , Lingam Mathangee , Moineddin Rahim , Thorpe Kevin E , Veldhuizen Scott , Dragonetti Rosa , Zawertailo Laurie , Taylor Valerie H , Hahn Margaret , deRuiter Wayne K , Melamed Osnat C , Selby Peter
Published: July 2022

Background

People who smoke have other risk factors for chronic diseases, such as low levels of physical activity and poor diet. Clinical decision support systems (CDSSs) might help health care practitioners integrate interventions for diet and physical activity into their smoking cessation programming but could worsen quit rates.

Objective

The aims of this study are to assess the effects of the addition of a CDSS for physical activity and diet on smoking cessation outcomes and to assess the implementation of the study.

Methods

We conducted a pragmatic hybrid type I effectiveness-implementation trial with 232 team-based primary care practices in Ontario, Canada, from November 2019 to May 2021. We used a 2-arm randomized controlled trial comparing a CDSS addressing physical activity and diet to treatment as usual and used the Reach, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, and Maintenance framework to measure implementation outcomes. The primary outcome was self-reported 7-day tobacco abstinence at 6 months.

Results

We enrolled 5331 participants in the study. Of these, 2732 (51.2%) were randomized to the intervention group and 2599 (48.8%) to the control group. At the 6-month follow-up, 29.7% (634/2137) of respondents in the intervention arm and 27.3% (552/2020) in the control arm reported abstinence from tobacco. After multiple imputation, the absolute group difference was 2.1% (95% CI −0.5 to 4.6; F1,1000.42=2.43; P=.12). Mean exercise minutes changed from 32 (SD 44.7) to 110 (SD 196.1) in the intervention arm and from 32 (SD 45.1) to 113 (SD 195.1) in the control arm (group effect: B=−3.7 minutes; 95% CI −17.8 to 10.4; P=.61). Servings of fruit and vegetables changed from 2.64 servings to 2.42 servings in the intervention group and from 2.52 servings to 2.45 servings in the control group (incidence rate ratio for intervention group=0.98; 95% CI 0.93-1.02; P=.35).

Conclusions

A CDSS for physical activity and diet may be added to a smoking cessation program without affecting the outcomes. Further research is needed to improve the impact of integrated health promotion interventions in primary care smoking cessation programs.

Trial Registration

ClinicalTrials.gov NCT04223336
https://www.clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT04223336

International Registered Report Identifier (IRRID)

RR2-10.2196/19157
The Role of Serious Video Games in the Treatment of Disordered Eating Behaviors: Systematic Review
Authors: Tang Wymann S W , Ng Tricia J Y , Wong Joseph Z A , Ho Cyrus S H
Published: July 2022

Background

Eating disorders and other forms of disordered eating cause significant complications and comorbidities in patients. However, full remission with current standard treatment remains low. Challenges to treatment include underdiagnosis and high dropout rates, as well as difficulties in addressing underlying emotion dysregulation, poor impulse control, and personality traits. Serious video games (SVGs), which have the advantages of being highly engaging and accessible, may be potential tools for delivering various forms of treatment in addressing the underlying psychopathology of disordered eating.

Objective

This review aims to provide an overview of the possible mechanisms by which SVGs may affect the clinical course of disordered eating, while evaluating the outcomes of studies that have assessed the role of SVGs in the treatment of disordered eating.

Methods

A systematic search was performed on PubMed, PsycINFO, and Embase, using keywords related to SVGs, disordered eating, and eating disorders. A narrative synthesis was subsequently carried out.

Results

In total, 2151 papers were identified, of which 11 (0.51%) were included. Of these 11 studies, 10 (91%) were randomized controlled trials, and 1 (9%) was a quasi-experimental study. The types of SVG interventions varied across the studies and targeted different mechanisms of disordered eating, ranging from addressing problem-solving and emotion regulation skills to neurocognitive training for inhibitory control. Most (10/11, 91%) of the studies showed some benefit of the SVGs in improving certain physical, behavioral, or psychological outcomes related to disordered eating. Some (4/11, 36%) of the studies also showed encouraging evidence of the retention of these benefits at follow-up.

Conclusions

The studies included in this review provide collective evidence to suggest the various roles SVGs can play in plugging potential gaps in conventional therapy. Nonetheless, challenges exist in designing these games to prevent potential pitfalls, such as excessive stress arising from the SVGs themselves or potential gaming addiction. Further studies will also be required to assess the long-term benefits of SVGs as well as explore their potential preventive, and not just curative, effects on disordered eating.
ANALYTICAL METHOD DEVELOPMENT AND VALIDATION FOR ESTIMATION OF RESIDUAL SOLVENTS IN GLICLAZIDE USING GAS CHROMATOGRAPHY
Authors: MADRIWALA BURHANUDDIN , JAYS JUDY
Published: July 2022

Objective: The present work discusses developing a novel method for estimation of residual solvents in Gliclazide using Gas chromatography and determining its consistency, reliability and reproducibility by performing its validation.

Methods: A Gas chromatograph equipped with aflame ionization detector, column DB-624 (60 m x 0.32 mm x 1.8 µm) with Nitrogen as carrier gas was used and the column temperature was 40 °C (hold for 15 min) and increased to 240 °C at 20 °C per min. The solutions were prepared using-Methyl-2-Pyrrolidone (NMP) diluent as per the procedure given in protocol and appropriately injected as per the sequence. The validation parameters checked were System suitability, Specificity, Linearity and Range, Accuracy, Precision, Limit of detection, Limit of quantitation, Ruggedness and Robustness.

Results: The data for each validation parameter tested is compiled and documented. It was found that the results obtained for each parameter compiled with their given acceptance criteria. Hence, the developed method was considered reproducible, reliable and consistent.

Conclusion: The method of analysis complies with all the parameters tested and it was found to be reliable, consistent and reproducible.
EXPLORING THE PREVALENCE OF MEDICATION ERRORS IN KUWAITI HOSPITALS
Authors: SAADA MOHAMMED , MORRISSEY HANA , BALL PATRICK
Published: July 2022

Objective: Reducing medication errors in Kuwaiti government hospitals through pharmacovigilance involves the improvement of medication safety culture achieve the desired outcome. The study explored the medication management practices in Kuwaiti hospitals and made recommendations for the improvement of medication safety practices. The aim of the study was to investigate the extent of medication errors in Kuwaiti government hospitals.

Methods: Medical records and systems audits, healthcare professionals’ observation study, healthcare professionals survey. Data was collected from paper records, electronic records and systems and the observation study. Data was then analysed quantitatively and qualitatively.

Results: The study revealed important results at all five steps of the medication process. The audit revealed nearly half of the errors identified to have occurred during the prescribing stage.

Conclusion: The study revealed important results at all five steps of the medication process. The audit revealed nearly half of the errors identified to have occurred during the prescribing stage. The study highlights the need for an IT based, no-blame incident reports to be implemented and utilised in investigating adverse events and medication errors across the multiple sites in the Kuwaiti healthcare setting to guide reduction strategies and further improve standards of medication safety.
Therapeutic Approaches to Molar-Incisor Hypomineralization: An Integrative Review
Authors: Lima Lucas Emmanuel Rodrigues , Ponte Marcela Bezerra de Menezes , Meneses Lara Alves , Lima Luana Beatriz Ribeiro , Santos Raissa Cardoso dos , Santos Alice Freire dos , Morais Vitória Alexandre de , Filho José Evando da Silva , Soares Ana Catarina Tomaz , Frota Gabriel Gouveia , Neto Jose Ariston Raulino , Marques Paulo Leonardo Ponte , Rocha Grace Sampaio Teles da , Ramalho Anastácia Leite Jucá , Arnez Ticiana Medeiros de Saboia
Published: July 2022

Molar Incisor Hypomineralization (MIH) is a systemic disease that affects one to four permanent first molars, often associated with affected incisors. The treatments for this pathology vary according to the degree and location, and can be aimed at prevention, repair, and even extirpation of the dental element. This study aims to describe the therapeutic approach for people with Molar-Incisor Hypomineralization. Based on an integrative literature review, this study discusses therapeutic approaches in patients with MIH. The period from 2016 to 2022 was taken as a reference. Using the descriptors: "Molar-Incisor Hypomineralization"; "Dental Enamel"; "; "Pediatric Dentistry"; "Treatment" in the listed databases, 77 articles were identified. After applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria, nine articles were selected for this review. There are many recommended clinical therapies in recent literature including laser therapies alone or associated with other modalities with resin infiltration seem to be effective in treating dentin hypersensitivity. However, until now, there is no homogeneity in the existing protocols.
Analysis of Optimum Bid and Contractor’s Effort in Obtaining Profit
Authors: Dewi Anak Agung Diah Parami , Sudarsana Dewa Ketut , Wiraningsih Putu Ira Pramesti
Published: July 2022

The government in Bali Province, Indonesia offers a limited number of projects, even during 2018-2020 it has decreased by 32% annually. The limited number of projects makes contractors compete to submit low-value bids. That phenomenon raises a question of what the optimal construction bidding for contractors is. A bid could be defined as optimum when it provides both of winning opportunity and the expected profit. Optimum bid analysis was carried out using the Friedman method, where it was discovered that the optimum value of construction bidding is in the range of 1%-9% mark-up or bidding at 76.21%-82.25% of the owner’s estimate. Based on a review of projects throughout 2021, only 19% of projects were won with an optimum value but the quality and quantity of the results remained good according to the agreed contract and was acceptable to the owner. The contractor needs to formulate efforts to maintain the targeted profit margin from the bid value that has been submitted. The factor analysis method is used to find the main factors that affect the profit margins expected by the contractor, where it is found that the Financial-Coordination Factor is the main factors that must be considered. The semi-structured interview method is also used to obtain the right implementation strategy in order to strengthen indicators related to Finance-Coordination factor, such as: smooth payment processing from the owner, good internal communication, safe environment, skilled workforce, proper site conditions, cooperation with suppliers, and good response from the community.
Effects of cut back at different leaf phenology stages on the growth of scion of rubber seedlings
Authors: Chen Qing , Wang Xinlong , Chen Jian , Wang Jun
Published: July 2022

Phenology can directly reflect the characteristics of rubber seedling, people can determine the agricultural time arrangements of seedling germination, cut back, tending management and nursery operation. In this study, the phenological period of the top leaf of hevea tree seedlings was divided into four treatments, and cut back was carried out in sprout period, bronze stage, light green stage and stable stage, respectively. The effects of sawing stock in different phenological periods on the budding rate and growth potential of scion 1-2 were observed. The results showed that the budding rate and nursery rate of scion were significantly higher than those of other stages when the leaf phenology stage was sawed in sprout stage and stable stage, and the budding rate and nursery rate were the lowest in the light green stage. In the first leaf whorl, the plant height of stock leaf phenology stage was significantly higher in sprout stage and bronze stage than in light green stage, but there was no significant difference with stable stage; The stem diameter of stable phenological stage was significantly larger than that of bronze and light green phenological stage, but there was no significant difference with that of sprout stage; The leaf whorl distance in the paleobronze period was significantly higher than that in the light green period, but there was no significant difference with other periods; The number of leaves in phenological stage was significantly more in sprout stage than in light green stage, and there was no significant difference from other stages. In the second leaf whorl, The plant height, stem diameter, leaf distance and leaf number of scion of stock seedlings in phenology stage were significantly higher than those in other stages, and the growth of stock seedlings in light green stage was lowest. In conclusion, the leaf phenology stage of the rootstock seedlings of rubber tree is in the sprout stage, and the scion growth is the best, followed by the stable stage and bronze stage. Cut back in the light green stage is not recommended.
Physical and Chemical Analysis of Fish Feed Based on Fermentation of Kelakai Leaf (Stenochlaena palustris (Burm.F.) Bedd)
Authors: Fauzana Noor Arida , Redha El , Adriani Muhammad , Ilmiati Qori’ah , Siskawati Multi
Published: July 2022

Kelakai (Stenochlaena palustris) can be used as an ingredient in fish feed because it has a high protein content. The problem with the use of kelakai for fish feed is that the crude fiber content is quite high, and the improvement of this nutritional value can be done through the fermentation process. The purpose of this study was to analyze the physical and chemical properties of fish feed based on fermented kelakai leaves. The research was conducted at the Nutrition Laboratory, Faculty of Fisheries and Marine Affairs, Lambung Mangkurat University Banjarbaru, South Kalimantan Province for ± 1.5 months. This study used a completely randomized design (CRD) with 3 treatments, namely Treatment (A) non-fermented kelakai leaf-based feed, treatment (B) fermented kelakai leaf-based feed with a dose of probiotics 5%, and Treatment (C) Fermented feed based on a 10% dose of probiotics, with test parameters namely physical test and chemical test of feed. The results showed that the longest durability of feed was destroyed after 1 hour 02 minutes in the non-fermented treatment, while the best feed buoyancy was in the treatment of kelakai leaf fermentation-based feed at a dose of 5% for 43.75 seconds. Kelakai leaf fermented feed with doses of 0%, 5%, 10% showed the value of protein content (25.78%-26.28%), crude fiber (7.67%-7.96%), fat (3.32%- 6.88%), and contains 8 essential amino acids (L-Phenylalanine, L-Leucine, L-Valine, L-Arginine, L-Lysine, L-Leucine, L-Threonine, L-Histidine) and 7 non-amino acids. essential oils (L-Serine, L-Glutamic acid, L-Alanine, glycine, L-Aspartic, L-Tyrosine, L-Proline) where the highest value was in the fermented feed based on the 5% dose of tapioca flour.
Impact of COVID19 on Agriculture Sector
Authors: Singh Jyoti , Shrivastav Dipanshu
Published: July 2022

Abstract: COVID-19 pandemic has brought the varied modification within the Indian agricultural system extensively throughout the year. Still, within the recent quarterly GDP estimates post-COVID state of affairs showcase their strengths and resilience in Indian agriculture, to register a positive growth of three.4% throughout the fiscal year 2020–21. The sole sector that accustomed get on the positive growth of five.8% witnessed the downfall by a pair of.5 % point. During this context, we tend to aim to synthesize the impact on the Indian agricultural system viz., production, selling and consumption followed by a collection of potential ways to recover and prosper post pandemic. There area unit several Survey findings indicate that the pandemic has affected production and selling through labour and provision constraints, whereas the negative financial gain shock restricted access to markets and enlarged costs of food commodities moving the consumption pattern. There area unit even the farmers facing the high % of loans and face major money downside. The pandemic wreaked a considerable physical, social, economic and emotional disturbance on all the stakeholders of Indian agricultural system. Seizing the crisis as a chance, the state declared a raft of measures and long-pending reforms. We tend to propose associate eight strategy starting from social safety nets, family farming, monetizing buffer stock, staggered acquisition to secondary agriculture to revive and prosper post-pandemic.
DETENCIÓN POR PARTICULARES EN FLAGRANCIA
Authors: Sandoval Reyes Sem
Published: July 2022

Con motivo de los “linchamientos” de los detenidos en Latinoamérica, este trabajo se concentra en la detención que pueden realizar los particulares en el contexto de un delito flagrante. El artículo permite conocer sus características fundamentales y tener una referencia sobre algunas regulaciones en Latinoamérica y Europa. A partir de ese momento se alcanza la parte central del texto. Se trata de un importante debate en la doctrina procesal y penal alemana sobre (a) el problema del hecho que justifica una detención por particulares y (b) el problema de la legítima defensa del detenido cuando ha sido detenido por error. Finalmente, expongo mi opinión sobre los aspectos positivos y negativos del debate alemán.
LA FACULTAD DE ENTRADA, REGISTRO E INCAUTACIÓN DEL SERVICIO DE ADUANAS EN RELACIÓN CON LA PRUEBA ILÍCITA EN EL PROCESO PENAL
Authors: Jorquera Olivares Jorge
Published: July 2022

Conforme al artículo 23 de su Ley Orgánica, el Servicio Nacional de Aduanas posee la facultad de ordenar, en sede administrativa, la entrada, registro e incautación en los lugares en que se encuentren o se presuma fundadamente que se encuentren las mercancías a fiscalizar, así como los libros, papeles, registros de cualquier naturaleza y documentos relativos a las mismas. Los antecedentes recopilados en esta sede pueden ser ofrecidos como evidencias en un proceso penal, resultando fundamental la práctica de un adecuado control de admisibilidad a fin de evitar la incorporación de pruebas ilícitas. El presente trabajo postula que el Juzgado de Garantía, al momento de pronunciarse sobre la admisibilidad de las evidencias recopiladas en el procedimiento de fiscalización aduanero, no solo debe analizar que el acto administrativo que ordena la entrada, registro e incautación haya sido dictado por autoridad competente en el ámbito de sus facultades, sino además que se haya respetado de manera estricta el principio de proporcionalidad en la afectación del derecho a la intimidad y que se haya dado cabal cumplimiento a lo dispuesto en el artículo 25 de la Ley Orgánica del Servicio Nacional de Aduanas. En este sentido, resulta fundamental que el tribunal pondere de manera completa y fundada la necesidad de la diligencia administrativa, el bien jurídico tutelado por el tipo penal del artículo 168 de la Ordenanza de Aduanas en relación con los artículos 179 y 181 del mismo texto normativo, y la intensidad de la afectación del derecho, debiendo establecer parámetros de admisibilidad según las circunstancias del caso concreto que permitan balancear los tres aspectos antes indicados.