bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Development of Anthocyanin Fortified Black Rice Based Sandesh: A Comparative Study with White Rice Sandesh on Physical Characteristics, Sensory Attributes, Nutritional Quality, and Antioxidant Capacity
Authors: Kazi Nourin , Patel Vinayak H. , Nandi Anindita 
Published: December 2024

Introduction/ Objective:
Black rice (Oryza sativa L. indica) is rich in anthocyanins and
flavonoids, offering the potential to fortify Sandesh, a traditional dairy sweet, as a functional food.
This study aims to develop anthocyanin-fortified black rice Sandesh and compare its proximate
composition, physical properties, sensory attributes, nutritional quality, antioxidant capacity, and
shelf-life with white rice Sandesh.

Method:
Black rice Sandesh was prepared by incorporating black rice flour at 10% (BRFS-1), 15%
(BRFS-2), and 20% (BRFS-3) into channa, while the control used 10% white rice. Both experimental
and control Sandesh were analysed for sensory, colour, and textural properties, along with
their proximate composition, nutritional, and functional properties. The microbiological analysis
during storage of the Sandesh samples was also assessed.

Results:
BRFS-2 had the highest sensory score, while increasing black rice raised hardness, gumminess,
and chewiness but lowered cohesiveness. Higher black rice levels reduced moisture, increased
carbohydrates, and decreased protein and fat. BRFS-3 had the highest mineral (Ca, P, Fe) and anthocyanin
content, absent in the control. Polyphenols, flavonoids, DPPH activity, and FRAP values
were also highest in BRFS-3. Microbiological analysis showed reduced coliform counts at 15% and
20% black rice by day 8 of storage.

Conclusion:
The present study indicates that Sandesh can be successfully prepared with up to 15%
black rice, offering heightened taste and sensory qualities, nutritional value and higher antioxidant
capacity with higher anthocyanin levels compared to the control Sandesh. Further investigations
can be conducted to assess the storage stability of black rice Sandesh.
Pharmacogenetic Variations in Arab Populations: Clinical Implications for Personalized Drug Therapy
Authors: AL-Eitan Laith Naser , Khair Iliya Yacoub , Alahmad Saif Zuhair , Rababa'h Doaa , Abu Kharmah Hana , Shurafa Lamice 
Published: December 2024

Abstract:
Previous genetic studies on the genetic makeup of Arab populations highlight the diversity
resulting from the distribution of specific genetic markers among various Arab descendant
populations. Different genetic variants classified as clinically significant have been identified, impacting
the response to administered drugs. Absorption, distribution, and excretion of drugs
throughout the human body are managed through the actions of drug transporters and receptor proteins,
which are expressed on the cellular membrane. Drug metabolism involves activating or inactivating
various compounds, transforming them into therapeutically active or toxic metabolites.
With the rapid advancement of pharmacogenetic testing techniques and increased genetic studies
involving Arab populations, insights into genetic polymorphisms have emerged, leading to a better
understanding of the diverse phenotypes of drug response associated with genotype variation.
Variations in transporters and receptor genes have significantly contributed to generating variant
phenotypes that affect individuals' responses to treatments and substrates. This necessitates administering
individualized drug doses based on the patient's haplotype, which can be determined
through advanced genetic diagnosis. This review summarizes the findings of recent pharmacogenetic
studies in the Arab world, emphasizing the benefits of pharmacogenetic research and applications
to enhance therapeutic aspects of healthcare and treatment among patients in Arab countries.
Understanding the Association Between Home Broadband Connection and Well-Being Among Middle-Aged and Older Adults in China: Nationally Representative Panel Data Study
Authors: Yang Lu , Lynch Chris , Lee John Tayu , Oldenburg Brian , Haregu Tilahun 
Published: December 2024

Background
Access to digital technology is among the major social determinants of health, and digital divide impacts health inequality. Yet, the impact of digital connectivity on the well-being and psychosocial outcomes in adults has not been fully studied.

Objective
The aim of this study was to investigate the association of home broadband connection with health and well-being of middle-aged adults and adults older than 45 years in China.

Methods
A panel data study design of the national sample of China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study (CHARLS) was conducted in 2015, 2018, and 2020. This study included 16,185 participants older than 45 years. The associations between digital connectivity (home broadband connection), loneliness, social participation, and life satisfaction were assessed using mixed effects logistic regression models, adjusting for socioeconomic factors, behavioral factors, and locality. Broadband internet connectivity, feelings of loneliness, social participation, and satisfaction with life were measured using the self-reported CHARLS questionnaire.

Results
We observed a substantial increase in digital connectivity from 29.5% in 2015 to 59.8% in 2020. Broadband internet connection at home was positively correlated with social participation (adjusted odds ratio [AOR] 1.34, 95% CI 1.28-1.41) and life satisfaction (AOR 1.30, 95% CI 1.20-1.40), after adjusting for confounding factors, while the absence of broadband internet connection was associated with increased loneliness (AOR 0.81, 95% CI 0.77-0.86). These associations were consistent across age, gender, socioeconomic groups, and geographic areas.

Conclusions
This study highlights the potential additional health benefits of digital connectivity beyond the known advantages. Our results suggest the importance of expanding broadband access to enhance social inclusion and life satisfaction. Further research is needed to understand the broader implications and digital determinants of health associated with digital connectivity.
Mediating Effect of Social Capital on the Association Between Digital Literacy and Life Satisfaction Among Older Adults in South Korea: Cross-Sectional Study
Authors: Jung Hyein , Lee Hocheol , Nam Eun Woo 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Background
As Korea rapidly transforms into a super-aged society, research indicates that digital literacy among older adults enhances their life satisfaction. Digital literacy refers to the ability to efficiently use digital technologies, encompassing access, competency, and utilization. It reflects the capacity to navigate and benefit from digital environments effectively. Furthermore, social capital positively influences the quality of life, and digital literacy facilitates social capital formation. However, since most studies have only focused on the direct relationship between digital literacy and life satisfaction, research on the mediating role of social capital remains limited.

Objective
To analyze the effect of digital literacy on the life satisfaction of older adults in South Korea and to verify whether social capital acts as a mediating factor in this process.

Methods
This descriptive cross-sectional study used data from the 2023 Report on the Digital Divide—an annual survey conducted by the Korean Ministry of Science and Information and Communications Technology. The study targeted individuals aged 65 years or older. Descriptive statistics, the Pearson correlation analyses, and the 3-step multiple regression analysis proposed by Baron and Kenny were performed. The bootstrap method was employed, and all analyses were conducted using R, version 4.4.1.

Results
The study included 869 participants. Digital literacy had a significant positive effect on their life satisfaction (β=0.103; P=.008). Social capital was also positively associated with life satisfaction (β=0.337; P<.001). Mediation analysis showed that digital literacy influenced life satisfaction both directly (β=0.103; P=.006) and indirectly through social capital (β=0.037; P=.03). Bootstrapping confirmed the significance of the indirect effect (β=0.037, 95% CI 0.005‐0.070; P=.03). The total effect of digital literacy on life satisfaction was also significant (β=0.140, 95% CI 0.058‐0.230; P=.002).

Conclusions
This study analyzed the association between digital literacy, social capital, and life satisfaction among older adults in Korea. We identified that social capital mediates the association between digital literacy and life satisfaction among older adults. These findings indicate that tailored digital literacy programs and support policies that promote social capital formation could help bridge the digital divide and foster social inclusion. These measures would enable older adults to access essential services, reduce social isolation, and enhance health and well-being, ultimately improving the overall quality of life.
In Vitro Liquid Smoke Potential as Biopesticide on Major Oil Palm Diseases
Authors: Setiawan Wawan , Majid Muhammad , Putri Sekar Dian Permata , Tambunan Van Basten , Wibowo Cahyo Sri 
Published: December 2024

Liquid smoke is reported as an environmentally friendly pesticide that can effectively manage various crop pathogens. The antimicrobial effect of liquid smoke is believed to be due to its phenol, carbonyl, and organic acid content. The aim of this study was to examine the effect of five commercial liquid smoke at two concentration levels (1% and 2%) on the development of Ganoderma boninense and Curvularia sp. colonies in vitro. This experiment was carried out using a Completely Randomized Design (CRD) with 11 treatments (Control, A1%, B1% C1%, D1%, E1%, A2%, B2%, C2%, D2%, and E2%) and three repetitions. Results showed effects of 11 treatments on test pathogen colonies growth. Liquid smoke types B and C showed the best inhibition against Curvularia sp. and G. boninense. GC-MS analysis revealed that phenol compounds were the dominant compounds, ranging from 24.45% to 85.28%.
Rancang Bangun Alat Pendeteksi Formalin dan Boraks Pada Bahan Pangan Berbasis IoT
Authors: Setiawan Rizky , Candra Oriza 
Published: December 2024

Kesulitan dalam mendeteksi kehadiran formalin dan boraks dengan mata telanjang dapat membuat orang khawatir dan merugikan. Hal ini membutuhkan sebuah alat pendeteksi formalin dan boraks bahan pangan yang bertindak dengan cepat dan mudah sebagai indikator untuk mengetahui ada tidaknya formalin dan boraks dalam bahan pangan. Detektor formalin dan boraks dirancang dengan sensor HCHO yang mendeteksi tingkat formalin dan sebuah sensor TCS3200 yang mendeteksi tingkat boraks dengan mengamati respon perubahan warna objek. Ini juga didukung oleh Arduino Mega2560 sebagai pengontrol proses. Hasil pembacaan kedua zat berbahaya itu ditampilkan pada display dalam bentuk LCD dan buzzer diaktifkan untuk menunjukkan bahwa bahan pangan tersebut mengandung formalin dan boraks . Dan juga menggunakan aplikasi App Inventor untuk melihat dan memantau data pengukuran terhadap tingkat kandungan formalin dan boraks secara nirkabel. Pengujian sistem dilakukan pada ikan laut (ikan segar) dan ikan asin. Hasilnya memperlihatkan bahwa data pengujian yang dilakukan memperlihatkan bahwa ada beberapa ikan laut dan ikan asin yang mengandung formalin dan boraks pada bahan pangan, agar membuat bahan pangan ini lebih awet dan bertahan lama.
Kendali Boost converter Berbasis Fuzzy sugeno
Authors: Yuhendri Muldi , Candra Irvan Zakaria , Asnil Asnil , Dewi Citra 
Published: December 2024

Beragam peralatan listrik menggunakan suplai tegangan searah untuk pengoperasiannya. Sumber tegangan tegangan searah ini bisa diperoleh dari baterai, panel surya dan sebagainya. Beragam rating tegangan searah yang digunakan oleh peralatan listrik. Untuk mendapatkan nilai tegangan yang lebih besar dari sumber, dapat digunakan konverter dc-dc boost. Untuk mendapatkan tegangan keluaran konverter boost yang sesuai kebutuhan, maka tegangan keluaran konverter boost tersebut perlu dikendalikan. Paper ini mengusulkan sistem pengendalian tegangan keluaran konverter boost menggunakan fuzzy sugeno yang diimplementasikan dengan Arduino Mega 2560. Sistem yang diusulkan diuji dan diverifikasi melalui eksperimen dengan tegangan input 12 Volt dan tegangan keluaran bervariasi dari 15 Volt sampai maksimal 24 Volt. Hasil eksperimen menunjukan bahwa sistem kendali tegangan keluaran konverter boost yang diusulkan menggunakan fuzzy sugeno telah sukses mengendalikan tegangan keluaran konverter boost sesuai dengan nilai referensinya. Hal ini dapat dilihat dari error tegangan keluaran yang dihasilkan maksimum hanya 0,31 volt yang diperoleh pada saat tegangan referensi 24 Volt.
Differentiation of the Composition of Combined Soil-Tillage Machines depending on the Conditions of Use
Authors: Salo Vasul , Pastukhov Valerii , Leshchenko Serhii , Shchur Taras , Dzhidzhora Oleg , Szwedziak Katarzyna , Parafiniuk Stanisław 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
The authors propose an approach to complete a task that is important for agricultural production, while ensuring a specified quality index of soil cultivation with minimal energy and labor costs and maximum reduction of negative environmental impact on soil and the surrounding environment. This is done using combined machines with an optimal set of working bodies. Achieving this goal involves differentiating the composition of combined soil-tillage machines depending on their operating conditions based on a methodology that can be based on an algorithm for determining the overall quality index, mathematical models of the functioning of individual working bodies, and appropriate original software.
Food-effect study on the pharmacokinetics of indapamide prolonged-release tablets
Authors: Codreanu Maria , Iacob Diana , Onofrei Maria Ioana , Vlase Ana-Maria , Muntean Dana Maria , Vlase Laurian 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Objective
A comparative study was performed to evaluate the food impact on the pharmacokinetics of indapamide 1.5 mg prolonged release tablets (SR).

Methods
The data evaluated were collected from 2 randomized, single dose, 2-way crossover bioequivalence studies with administration of indapamide to healthy Caucasian volunteers under fasting and fed conditions, respectively. Forty-four eligible subjects aged 19–39 years were enrolled in both studies: 22 subjects received indapamide under fasting (study 1) and the other 22 under fed (study 2) conditions. Blood samples were collected following the same schedule before and up to 96.0 hours after drug administration. Blood concentration of indapamide were quantified by a validated LC-MS/MS method. A non-compartmental analysis was used to calculate the pharmacokinetic parameters. Mathematical deconvolution was applied to assess indapamide absorption. Statistical significance for differences in key pharmacokinetic parameters was evaluated using an ANOVA test, with a significance threshold of p < 0.05.

Results
In total, 44 subjects were included in analysis. The outcomes demonstrated that ingestion of food independently reduced the mean of tmax by 4.64 h and increased the value of Cmax by 19.7 ng/mL, while the AUC remained unchanged.

Conclusions
Notably, differences in drug absorption rate obtained after co-administration of indapamide with food had no significant influence in safety and efficacy of the drug.
Recalling Ideas: Mnemonic and Attentional Inhibition in Creativity
Authors: Jędrusiak Jakub 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Executive functions (updating, shifting, and inhibition) play an important role in creativity. Until now, only attentional inhibition (the Stroop effect) but not mnemonic inhibition (Thinking-Induced Forgetting, TIF) have been studied. Additionally, the temporal dynamics of the influence of the executive functions on creativity remains unknown. Using structural equation modelling and multilevel models, the relationships between both types of inhibition with creative thinking, as well as their temporal dynamics, were tested on a sample of 300 individuals. Mnemonic and attentional inhibition were shown to be independently associated with originality of thinking. Mnemonic inhibition was found to be more important in the later phases of generating ideas, while attentional inhibition was equally important throughout the idea-generation process, consistent with the predictions of the controlled attention theory of creativity. An interaction between both types of inhibition was also observed, indicating that attentional inhibition may be a prerequisite for mnemonic inhibition.
Opinions and Suggestions on Nematode Faunal Analysis
Authors: Ferris Howard , Benavides Ingrid Varela 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
We briefly review the history and development of recognizing nematode assemblages as indicators of environmental conditions. We highlight the effects of spatio-temporal successional changes in nematode assemblages on the auto-regeneration of ecosystem functions after disturbance. We expand on the need for herbivory components in the analysis of soil nematode assemblages in recognition of the important impact of plant parasitism on the resources and productivity of the soil system. Finally, we point out some important areas of research that would enhance the process and value of nematode faunal analysis. We include an evaluation of the current potential for molecular assessment of nematode abundance and function and for the application of artificial intelligence in automated nematode identification.
The APT Means in Ukrainian to Convey Regular Repetition
Authors: Mykhailo Ginzburg 
Published: December 2024

Abstract

Background.
The Ukrainian language has a comprehensive system of specific means to convey regular repetition, which includes adverbs, adverbial adjectives and adjectival nouns with the initial shcho- meaning “each”, as well as phrases with similar meanings, the first word of which is shcho-, the second is a numeral (a noun having a quantitative meaning) or an adjective, and the third is the corresponding noun. This system has been fragmentarily described in many publications, where numerous discrepancies are observed, moreover, relevant dictionaries and texts contain differing spellings of certain phrases, which causes spelling errors. Therefore, this system of means requires a comprehensive linguistic study, which necessitates the proposed article.

Purpose:

1) to find out the part-of-speech origin of the initial shcho- in the meaning of “each”, as well as the word-formation model for adverbs of regular repetition;

2) to identify the corpus of noun stems from which such adverbs can be derived;

3) to set out rules to spell phrases with the meaning of regular repetition;

4) to propose ways of amending the provisions on grammar-related publications and those on the current Ukrainian orthography.

Methods:
Analyses of dictionaries and grammar-related publications.

Results.
The results demonstrate that adverbs of regular repetition are compound words (juxtaposites) formed by the coalescence of two words of full meaning, i.e. the relative pronoun shcho and a noun with the corresponding meaning in the genitive or accusative case. The corpus of noun stems from which such adverbs can be derived is determined. It has been found that the emergence of a numeral (a noun having a quantitative meaning), the particle ne or an adjective between two coalesced stems breaks up the coalesced single-word adverb and transforms it into a three-component multi-word phrase. It is proved that the coalescence of the pronoun shcho with a quantitative numeral is even theoretically impossible, while in case of ordinal numerals such coalescence occurs only when this two-word phrase becomes a syntactic noun.

Discussion.
We propose:

– to revise the provisions of grammar-related publications and the representation of models in word-formative dictionaries, having clearly defined that the initial shcho- in the meaning of “each” is a relative pronoun, not a particle, and having presented the formation of adverbs of regular repetition as a coalescence of twoword phrases;

– to amend specific provisions on the current Ukrainian Orthography in order to cover the existing gaps and eliminate discrepancies.
The Framing of Climate Change Discourse on Facebook by Greenpeace Aotearoa
Authors: Kapranov Oleksandr 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Whilst climate change discourse has been widely researched (Zurru, 2024), still not much is known about how Greenpeace and, in particular, its New Zealand branch Greenpeace Aotearoa (further – GA) frame their discourses on the issue of climate change. The present article introduces a qualitative study whose research aim is to gain insight into the framing of climate change discourse by GA on its official Facebook page. The results of the qualitative framing analysis have revealed that GA frames its climate change discourse on Facebook via the frames A Battle, A Threat to the Ocean, Climate Extremists, Emissions, Extreme Weather Events, Fast Track, Fossil Fuel, Industrial Animal Farming, and Renewables. The results are further discussed in the article.
Immigrant Women Fiction: Self-Identification and Translanguaging as Everyday Practices
Authors: Protassova Ekaterina , Yelenevskaya Maria 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Exploring themes such as cultural identity, language diversity, and transnational perspectives, this article examines the linguistic practices of Russophone émigré women in literary works and raises questions about how these women express themselves, the cultural influences on their language use, and the intersection of language with gender and migration. The research aims to understand the role of language in conveying experiences and perspectives gathered abroad and demonstrates how Russophone women describe their linguistic environment and their integration into a new reality.
Measurement and Evaluation of Insulating Properties of a Modified Dielectric Surface using Plasma Discharge
Authors: Pernica Roman , Klima Miloš , Fiala Pavel 
Published: December 2024

Abstract
Plasma discharges under atmospheric pressure can be used to modify the electrical properties of metallic and dielectric surfaces. The aim of such a modification is to achieve an improvement in the characteristic parameters of the surface, for example in the area of the electrical strength of the surface, in order to achieve a higher ultimate level of electrical breakdown Eb when tested with pulsed or alternating electrical voltages. So far, research has focused on a set of functional experiments carried out using plasma on samples of two types of dielectric materials (thermoset, thermoplastic) with an impact on the final effect of the level of electrical breakdown voltage, electrical intensity and Eb. surface conductivity. The treatment technology requires repeatability and consideration of the industrial deployment conditions of plasma technology. The surface structure was modified in a defined and repeatable way by plasma discharge under atmospheric pressure without the presence of precursors. Methods to evaluate these modifications assessed the change in parameters related to sample type, repeatability and prediction of treatment stability. Subsequently, the surface strength of both the modified samples and the samples not affected by the plasma discharge was measured.