bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
МЕТОДИКА ОПРЕДЕЛЕНИЯ ВЛИЯЮЩИХ ФАКТОРОВ НА УСТОЙЧИВОСТЬ БОРТОВ КАРЬЕРА ПРИ ВЕДЕНИИ БУРОВЗРЫВНЫХ РАБОТ
Authors: Б. Хусан , C.А. Мустафин , Г.Б. Ескенова , Ж.М. Асанова 
Published: November 2024

Рассмотрены вопросы о влиянии буровзрывных работ на устойчивость бортов карьера, на прочность и структуру прибортовых массивов. Приведен пошаговый порядок оценки и камеральной обработки данных при оптической съемке скважин. Представлена методика определения систем трещин в массиве горных пород, основанная на сьемке бортов карьера геологическим компасом. Предложен способ геотехнической оценки состояния массива с использованием программ Dips и SWedge и их систематизация в геомеханической блочной модели. Интеграция факторов ослабления прочности прибортового массива в геомеханическую блочную модель позволит корректно проектировать буровзрывные блоки. Предлагаемый подход для определения параметров залегания трещин рекомендуется использовать при проектировании буровзрывных блоков с целью минимизации рисков обрушения бортов карьера
Бұрғылау-жару жұмыстарының карьер жағдауларының тұрақтылығына, жағдау маңайлық сілемнің құрылымы мен беріктігіне әсері туралы мәселелер қарастырылды. Ұңғымаларды оптикалық түсіру кезінде деректерді талдау және камералдық өңдеу тәртібі келтірілген. Карьер жағдауларын геологиялық компаспен түсіру негізінде тау жыныстары массивіндегі жарықтар жүйесін анықтау әдістемесі ұсынылған. Dips және SWedge бағдарламаларын қолдана отырып, массивтің күйін геотехникалық бағалау және оларды геомеханикалық блоктық модельде жүйелеу әдісі ұсынылған. Жағдау маңайлық сілемнің беріктігін әлсірететін факторларды геомеханикалық блоктық модельде біріктіру, бұрғылау-жару блоктарын дұрыс жобалауға мүмкіндік береді. Карьер жағдауларының құлау қаупін азайту мақсатында, жарықтардың пайда болу параметрлерін анықтауға арналған тәсілді бұрғылау-жару блоктарын жобалау кезінде қолдану ұсынылды
The article considers the impact of drilling and blasting operations on the stability of quarry walls, on the strength and structure of the rock massifs. A stepby-step procedure for analyzing and office processing of data during optical survey of boreholes is given. A method for determining crack systems in a rock massif is presented, based on surveying quarry walls with a geological compass. A method for geotechnical assessment of the massif condition using the Dips and SWedge programs and their systematization in a geomechanical block model is proposed. Integration of the factors of weakening the strength of the instrument array into the geomechanical block model will allow the correct design of drilling and blasting blocks. The proposed approach for determining the crack location parameters is recommended for use in designing drilling and blasting units in order to minimize the risks of quarry wall collapse
The effect of different doses of estradiol benzoate on follicle development and twin birth in beef cattle with induced superovulation
Authors: Zeng Weibin , An Lei , Wang Yanping , Gu Xinli , Qin Yusheng , Tian Jianhui 
Published: November 2024

Abstract. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of different doses of estradiol benzoate (EB) on inhibiting the development of non-dominant follicles and inducing twin calves in beef heifers. Beef heifers were synchronized using estradiol plus progesterone (P4), and superovulation was induced using a small-dose follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) protocol. From day 6.5 to day 7.5, every heifer was treated with 0, 0.1, 0.2, or 0.5 mg EB three times at 12 h intervals to eliminate excess dominant follicles. The diameters of the two largest follicles (F1 and F2) continually increased from day 3.5 to day 10. However, the growth rate was constrained by exogenous EB, and the degree of suppression was greatest in the 0.5 mg EB treatment compared with other treatments. As a result, the number of large follicles (≥10 mm) decreased as the EB dose increased. Compared with the control treatment, the incidence of animals experiencing triple ovulation was significantly lower in the 0.5 mg EB treatment; however, the single-ovulation rate showed the inverse. This study demonstrated that 0.2 mg EB could modulate the development of two to three co-dominant follicles after a small-dose FSH treatment. The number of twin births was higher in the 0.2 mg EB treatment.
An updated aerosol simulation in the Community Earth System Model (v2.1.3): dust and marine aerosol emissions and secondary organic aerosol formation
Authors: Wang Yujuan , Zhang Peng , Li Jie , Liu Yaman , Zhang Yanxu , Li Jiawei , Han Zhiwei 
Published: November 2024

Abstract. Aerosols constitute important substance components of the Earth's atmosphere and have a profound influence on climate dynamics, radiative properties, and biogeochemical processes. Here we introduce updated emission schemes for dust, sea-salt, and marine primary organic aerosols (MPOA), as well as augmented secondary organic aerosol (SOA) formation pathways within the Community Earth System Model (CESM; version 2.1.3). The modified dust emission scheme shifts the original hotspot-like dust emission to a more continuous distribution, improving the dust aerosol optical depth (DAOD) simulations at stations in north Africa and central Asia. This update also reduces dust residence time from 4.1 to 1.6 d, enhancing concentration simulations downwind of dust source regions. For sea-salt emissions, we incorporate an updated sea surface temperature (SST) modulation and introduce a relative-humidity-dependent correction factor for sea-salt particle size, with SST having a significantly larger impact on sea-salt emissions (16.1 %) compared to the minor effect of humidity (−0.3 %). We then extend our modelling to incorporate emissions of marine primary organic aerosols (MPOA) as mixed externally with sea-salt aerosols, coupled offline with the ocean component Parallel Ocean Program (POP2). The results underscore the substantial influence of phytoplankton diversity on MPOA emissions, with 148 % variability simulated among different phytoplankton types, highlighting the role of biological variability in aerosol modelling. Furthermore, we refine the model's chemical mechanisms by including the irreversible aqueous uptake of dicarbonyl compounds as a new pathway for SOA formation, contributing an additional 37 % to surface SOA concentrations. These improvements enrich the ability of the CESM to use intricate linkages between different components of the Earth system, thereby enabling a more comprehensive description of natural aerosol emissions, chemical processes, and their impacts.
Результаты изучения гибридных популяций картофеля на определенных этапах селекции в Почвенно-климатических условиях Cмоленской области
Authors: Л.К. Чехалкова , Д.В. Козунов 
Published: November 2024

В статье представлены результаты сравнительного испытания 10 гибридов картофеля разных групп спелости в питомнике конкурсного испытания в почвенно-климатических условиях Смоленской области. Целью исследований являлось изучение гибридов картофеля разных групп спелости по хозяйственно-ценным признакам в питомнике контрольного испытания в определенных почвенно-климатических условиях. Исследования осуществлялись в период с 2021 по 2022 год на фоне различных метеорологических условий, негативно влияющих на рост, развитие растений, формирование клубней, величину и качество урожая. Проведена оценка гибридов картофеля по продуктивности и биохимическим показателям клубней, в результате чего выделены наиболее перспективные гибриды по хозяйственно-ценным признакам. Наибольшей урожайностью (42,1 – 52,0 т/га) характеризовались гибриды среднеранней группы спелости. У гибридов среднепоздней группы спелости урожайность составляла 29,2 – 45,0 т/га. Товарность клубней у большинства гибридов достигала 96,9%, коэффициент вариации был низким (0,1 – 3,7%). Средняя масса товарного клубня гибридов варьировала в пределах 83,5 – 109,2 г. Содержание крахмала у большей части изучаемых гибридов находилось в пределах средних значений и составляло 13,9 – 17,7%. Вкусовые качества гибридов хорошие, варьировали в пределах 4,4 – 4,7 баллов с невысоким коэффициентом вариации (2,1 – 4,5%).
The article presents the results of a comparative test of 10 potato hybrids of different maturity groups in a competitive testing nursery in the soil and climatic conditions of the Smolensk region. The aim of the research was to study potato hybrids of different maturity groups for economically valuable traits in a control trial nursery under certain soil and climatic conditions. The research was carried out from 2021 to 2022 against the background of various meteorological conditions that negatively affect plant growth, development, tuber formation, crop size and quality. Potato hybrids were assessed for productivity and biochemical indicators of tubers, as a result of which the most promising hybrids were identified based on economically valuable traits. Hybrids of the mid-early maturity group were characterized by the highest yield (42.1–52.0 t/ha). The yield of the mid-late maturity group hybrids was 29.2–45.0 t/ha. The marketability of tubers in most hybrids reached 96.9%, the variation coefficient was low (0.1–3.7%). The average weight of a marketable tuber of the hybrids varied within 83.5–109.2 g. The starch content in most of the studied hybrids was in the average values and was 13.9–17.7%. The taste qualities of the hybrids are good, varied within 4.4–4.7 points with a low variation coefficient (2.1–4.5%).
De illegale economie en nationaal inkomen
Authors: Hooijmaaijers Sjoerd , IJmker Sander 
Published: November 2024

The illegal economy and national income
Statistics Netherlands, in compliance with European regulations, includes illegal and informal activities in the national accounts estimates. These estimates are subject to greater uncertainty and different methods and sources are used than for legal activities. Statistics Netherlands chooses to make an elaborate estimate once every five years and to have a simpler estimate in the other years. The reasons for this simpler estimate and the estimate itself are explained. Special attention is paid to synthetic drugs, where the difference between the revenues generated within the national borders and those attributed to the Dutch economy is explained.
Los van het geld: soevereinen en het financiële systeem
Authors: van Veldhuizen Adriaan , Darmont Eline 
Published: November 2024

Beyond money: sovereigns and the financial system
In May 2023, the General Intelligence and Security Service (AIVD) reported that around 100,000 people in the Netherlands are susceptible to what they called anti-institutional conspiracy theories. Some individuals adopted the idea that one could become ‘sovereign’ and cut all ties with the government. These self-proclaimed sovereigns are actively building parallel structures; not only mentally and institutionally, but also financially. In this article the authors explore some of the financial practices promoted and applied by these sovereigns. Furthermore, they show how their ambitions fit into a much broader range of arrangements offered to those who wish to become financially detached.
Trade Based Money Laundering: uitdagingen en ontwikkelingen binnen de opsporing
Authors: Schmitz Michael 
Published: November 2024

Trade-Based Money Laundering: challenges and developments in the Netherlands
Trade-Based Money Laundering (TBML) is a phenomenon in which assets of criminal origin are moved and/or concealed and/or layered through trade transactions. Recently, police organizations and other parties have paid more attention to this issue. As a trading nation, the Netherlands is vulnerable to this form of money laundering. In this article, the author discusses the challenges in detecting TBML. TBML is difficult to detect because it can theoretically involve all goods and has various manifestations. Relevant information is scattered among various public and private agencies. Third-party payments and the frequent international component of TBML further complicate detection. Exchanging data between Customs and FIOD could contribute to faster detection of TBML activities. Matching customs data at the international level could also lead to earlier detection.
De vermenging van ideologie en criminaliteit bij cryptovaluta
Authors: Verburgh Thijmen , van Rijs Jocelyn 
Published: November 2024

Ideology and criminality in the cryptocurrency ecosystem
Cryptocurrencies have been used for a wide range of illegal activities for over a decade, particularly as payment methods and targets for theft and fraud. Some within the crypto community prioritise privacy and financial autonomy as core values, sometimes overlooking the criminal misuse of cryptocurrencies. However, the authors note that financial motives, such as running profitable businesses, often play a larger role than these ideals. The true motivations for using cryptocurrencies are not always clear, and in liability cases, ideological arguments are frequently invoked to justify actions. This article explores the complex relationship between ideology and financial gain in cryptocurrency use.
Atividade física e seus impactos na qualidade de vida, ansiedade, depressão, espiritualidade e dor em uma comunidade universitária do sul de Minas Gerais: um estudo transversal
Authors: Tolentino Icaro de Souza , Marino Lígia de Sousa , Iunes Denise Hollanda 
Published: November 2024

O objetivo desta pesquisa é avaliar o impacto da atividade física nos scores qualidade de vida, ansiedade, depressão, espiritualidade e dor em uma população universitária brasileira durante o período de dezembro de 2021 a dezembro de 2022. Após a aprovação do Comitê de Ética e Pesquisa, um total de 534 participantes compuseram a amostra deste estudo, a partir do cálculo amostral realizado com base na comparação das variáveis de Atividade Física e Qualidade de Vida. Os participantes foram submetidos ao preenchimento de um questionário online que abrangia variáveis sociodemográficas, Questionário de Qualidade de Vida no Trabalho, Escala Hospitalar de Ansiedade e Depressão, Escala de Espiritualidade e Diagrama Corporal de Dor. Ao comparar a prática de atividade física antes e durante o estudo, foi observada uma redução significativa (p<0,001) na frequência da atividade física. Além disso, foi constatado que o grupo que não praticava atividade física teve menos horas de sono (p<0,001). No que diz respeito à qualidade de vida, a atividade física teve impacto significativo nos domínios físico/saúde, profissional e global. Em relação à ansiedade e depressão, a atividade física mostrou-se eficaz na redução de ambos os sintomas. Não houve diferença significativa quando se avaliou a espiritualidade. Houve uma redução significativa da dor na região lombar e nos tornozelos relacionada à prática de atividade física. Observou-se diferenças marcantes nas variáveis analisadas ao comparar a atividade física com melhorias na qualidade de vida, ansiedade, depressão e redução da dor.
MANAGING THE “S” IN ESG: HOW ASSET MANAGERS DISCLOSE AND CONSIDER HUMAN RIGHTS
Authors: Cruz Carolina Almeida , Matos Florinda 
Published: November 2024

Objective: The purpose of the research was to evaluate the commitment and due diligence measures directed at human rights in a sample of the largest international and European asset management companies, under OECD guidelines.

Theoretical Framework: According to the OECD, companies can impact most internationally recognised human rights. However, there is a lack of studies that directly assess the human rights due diligence in investment companies.

Method: A documentary and qualitative analysis of 45 investment companies was applied. Five key performance indicators were created to measure human rights commitment and due diligence practices such as disclosure of human rights policies, cascading of compliance/obligations to investees, due diligence before and during the investment and collaboration with industry and non-industry initiatives. All companies were classified and rated according to these criteria.

Results and Discussion: This research reveals that there is a dichotomy between recommendations of human rights integration in investment and actual commitment and compliance, indicating that only a minority of companies were compliant and committed to considering human rights in their investment.

Research Implications: The results provide an initial benchmark of the state of the commitment towards human rights in the investment sector, allowing for further investigations to be conducted to assess the development of this dimension of ESG and CSR, particularly in this sector

Originality/Value: The analysis consisted of accessing and evaluating the public information of the larger investment firms from an individual investor perspective, which provides an innovative view of human rights awareness and compliance in the investment sector.
Early postoperative outcomes of modified del Nido cardioplegia in coronary artery bypass surgery in patients with low ejection fraction
Authors: Emir Erol Mehmet , Sarp Beyazpınar Deniz , Civelek İsa , Özyalçın Sertan , Mungan Ufuk 
Published: November 2024

Background: This study aimed to investigate the intraoperative and early postoperative effects of modified del Nido cardioplegia (DNC) compared to classic blood cardioplegia (BC) in patients with impaired left ventricular ejection fraction (EF) who underwent isolated coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG).
Methods: A total of 123 patients (108 males, 15 females; mean age: 62.2±8.5 years; range, 42 to 78 years) with an EF of 35% or lower who underwent on-pump CABG were included in the retrospective study between December 2022 and December 2023. The patients were divided into two groups according to the type of cardioplegia used: Group 1 (n=74) was designated as the BC group, and Group 2 (n=49) was designated as the DNC group. The groups were compared in terms of aortic cross-clamp duration, cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) duration, need for defibrillation during weaning from CPB, positive inotrope requirement, intra-aortic balloon pump requirement, postoperative troponin-I levels, postoperative atrial fibrillation occurence, postoperative prolonged ventilation, development of postoperative neurologic complications, need for reintervention due to postoperative bleeding, postoperative transfusion requirement, and EF values at one month after the operation.
Results: There was no significant difference between the two groups in the terms of aortic cross-clamp and CPB duration (p=0.955 vs. p=0.816). Additionally, there was no significant difference in the need for intra-aortic balloon pump usage between the two groups (p=0.105). Dopamine and dobutamine usage were significantly lower in Group 2 (p=0.04 and p=0.05, respectively). The intraoperative requirement for defibrillation was significantly lower in Group 2 (p=0.01). In addition, troponin levels at 12 h postoperatively were significantly lower in Group 2 (p=0.03). The incidence of postoperative atrial fibrillation was significantly lower in Group 2 (p=0.02). Moreover, there was no significant difference in EF values at one month after the operation (p=0.08).
Conclusion: In patients who underwent CABG with reduced EF, modified DNC provided myocardial protection comparable to classic BC. Additionally, the need for intraoperative defibrillation and postoperative inotropic agents, as well as the incidence of postoperative atrial fibrillation, were lower in patients operated with DNC.
Thoracic surgery in children and adolescents: Experience from the thoracic surgery unit of a single referral center
Authors: Hemead Hanan , Mamdouh Nora , Allam Akram , Abdelaziz Ahmed 
Published: November 2024

Background: The study aimed to highlight and evaluate thoracic surgical procedures performed in children and adolescents and demonstrate the extent to which thoracic surgeons can benefit this population.
Methods: This retrospective study included 200 pediatric patients (100 males, 100 females; mean age: 14.7±6.7 years; range, 1 month to 21 years) who underwent thoracic surgery between January 2018 and January 2023. Patients’ indications for surgery, surgical approach, complications, length of hospital stay, need for intensive care admission, and mortality were evaluated.
Results: The most commonly performed surgery was sympathectomy (30.5%), followed by decortication (16%) and traumatic exploration (14%). Approximately 50% of surgeries were minimally invasive. The average length of hospital stay was 2.8 days, and the rate of intensive care admission was 20%. The intraoperative and postoperative complication rate was 10%.
Conclusion: The concept of treating pediatric patients as small-size adults is irrational. Pediatric patients need special care and tailored guidelines due to their peculiar physical, psychological, and anatomical characteristics. We believe that having a dedicated team of thoracic surgeons trained and subspecialized for pediatric thoracic pathologies will improve outcomes. Furthermore, more research must be directed to this age group to establish evidence-based consensus and guidelines.
CfP: conference “Regulating African Digital Media”. May 2022 @ Birmingham City University (UK). Deadline: Jan 14, 2022.
Authors:   CSTonline
Published: November 2024

Conference on the Regulation of Old and New Media Forms in Africa Birmingham Centre for Media and Cultural Research Birmingham City University May 2022 Location: Zoom Conference Theme: Regulating African Digital Media Increasingly more African countries are instituting laws, procedures, and policies, seeking to regulate the media ecosystem.
Creative ecology in academic environment
Authors: Kačerauskas Tomas , Zavadskas Edmundas Kazimieras 
Published: November 2024

The paper deals with the issue of creative ecology in academic environment. The theses have been developed as follows. 1. Certain environmental disorder is a way towards better order, the agents of which are the individuals. 2. Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Epicurus, and Seneca have influenced certain academic environment developed for ages. 3. We can speak about the niches of academic ecology since science should be devel­oped in respect of life to be created and vice versa an important factor of life is scientific truth to be reached even if it is a utopian one. 4. Human fears and aspirations could be treated as the engines of science that is oriented beyond them. 5. The creative niches change the cultural environment that is as much sustainable as changeable. 6. Creativity in education means rich enough environment for mutual communication between the students and the teachers who learn from each other. 7. The result of scientific specialization is not only the loss of the united academic body at a university but also the stratification of academic society in general. 8. The creative activity is possible not thanks to the specialization of the sciences but despite it. 9. We can speak neither about academic ecology nor about academic virtues without having any continuum of the academic relief.
2014 m. aktualijos Lietuvos filosofinėje padangėje: du filosofai – du jiems skirti įvertinimai
Authors: Barevičiūtė Jovilė , Kačerauskienė Aldona 
Published: November 2024

Straipsnyje pristatomi du svarbūs Lietuvos kultūrai ir filosofijai įvykiai – dr. Vaclovui Bagdonavičiui Valstybinės Jono Basanavičiaus premijos skyrimas ir dr. Žibartui Juozui Jackūnui Mykolo Romerio universiteto (MRU) Garbės daktaro vardo suteikimas bei jų reikšmė mūsų akademinei bendruomenei ir visai visuomenei. Glaustai aptariama, kuo šie įvykiai aktualūs Lietuvos filosofijos plėtrai po nepriklausomybės atgavimo ir kokios įtakos jau netolimoje ateityje jie galėtų turėti visai lietuviškajai humanistikai.