bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Neuropsychological parameters in male offenders with substance use disorders
Authors: Hoffmann Fabian , Völlm Birgit 
Published: October 2024

IntroductionThe impact of cognitive functions on treatment outcomes in forensic psychiatric patients with substance use disorders is not well understood. This study investigates whether neuropsychological deficits, such as in attention, executive functions, and social-emotional cognition, are associated with impulsivity and criminal history.Methods109 male patients with substance use disorders at the Clinic for Forensic Psychiatry in Rostock were screened using inclusion and exclusion criteria, with 30 consenting to participate. The tests included the Cambridge Neuropsychological Test Automated Battery (CANTAB) to assess cognitive functions in the areas of attention, psychomotor speed, social and emotional perception, and executive functions, with a particular focus on decision making, planning and problem solving. The Barratt Impulsiveness Scale (BIS-11) was used to measure impulsiveness.ResultsParticipants displayed significantly higher impulsivity levels on the BIS-11 compared to the general population and showed marked deficits in attention, psychomotor speed, and executive functions. There was a minimal correlation between impulsivity and cognitive performance, suggesting that impulsivity does not directly predict cognitive impairments. Notably, extensive criminal histories correlated with poorer cognitive performance, particularly in tasks requiring planning and problem-solving.DiscussionWe found mixed support for the hypothesized associations between neuropsychological functions and criminal histories among patients with substance use disorders. While tasks related to planning and sustained attention showed clearer links, broader cognitive functions displayed inconsistent correlations. These findings emphasize the complexity of the relationship between cognitive deficits, impulsivity, and criminal history, highlighting the necessity for tailored assessments and rehabilitation strategies to enhance outcomes. Future research should focus on larger, longitudinal studies to validate these findings and refine therapeutic approaches.
Protocol for an implementation study of group metacognitive therapy for anxiety and depression in NHS cardiac rehabilitation services in England (PATHWAY-Beacons)
Authors: Wells Adrian , Reeves David , Belcher Andrew , Wilson Paul , Doherty Patrick , Capobianco Lora 
Published: October 2024

BackgroundCardiac rehabilitation (CR) services aim to improve heart disease patients’ health and quality of life and reduce the risk of further cardiac events. Depression and anxiety are common among CR patients but psychological treatments have usually had small effects. In contrast, the recent NIHR-funded PATHWAY trial found that group Metacognitive Therapy (MCT) was associated with improvements in anxiety and depression when added to CR and was more effective than usual CR alone. The next stage is to test implementation of MCT within the National Health Service through the creation of a network of CR beacon sites. The study will test the quality of data capture following addition of a new MCT data-field to the national audit of cardiac rehabilitation (NACR), examine level of adoption at sites, examine mental health outcomes benchmarked against usual CR and the PATHWAY data, examine the enablers and barriers to implementation and the expected resource requirements. The study has been registered: NCT05956912 (13th July, 2023).MethodsBeacon sites will be recruited as preliminary adopters of group MCT from NHS CR services in England. A national invitation for expressions of interest from CR services will be issued and those meeting eligibility criteria will be considered for inclusion. Two staff at each site will receive training in MCT, and mixed-methods will be used to address questions concerning the quality of patient data recorded, level of adoption at sites, the characteristics of patients attending MCT, the impact of adding MCT to CR on mental health outcomes, and patient, healthcare staff and commissioner views of barriers/enablers to implementation. Exploration of implementation will be informed by Normalisation Process Theory.DiscussionThe study will support development of an NHS roll-out strategy, assess the mental health outcomes associated with MCT, examine treatment fidelity in real-world settings, and evaluate revised data collection structures that can be used to assess the impact of national-level implementation.
Trial RegistrationNCT05956912; 13th July 2023.
Case Report: Does the misplaced titanium mesh cage after total spondylectomy causing cervicothoracic cord compression need to be removed during revision surgery?
Authors: Wang Xin , Cheng XiaoFei , Zhao Jie , Zhao ChangQing 
Published: October 2024

BackgroundMechanical failure following total spondylectomy is a surgical challenge. The cervicothoracic junction region is a special anatomical site with complex biomechanics, and few studies have reported a detailed surgical management strategy for cases where the mesh cage subsides and compresses the spinal cord in the cervicothoracic junction region after total spondylectomy.Case presentationA 56-year-old male patient experienced screw and rod fracture and mesh cage retropulsion into the spinal canal 5 years after total spondylectomy for osteochondroma in the first to third thoracic vertebrae. The patient complained of numbness and discomfort in both lower extremities, accompanied by unstable walking for 8 months prior to admission at our hospital. We concluded that uncorrected local kyphosis in the cervicothoracic junction after the first surgery resulted in current mesh cage subsidence and rod/screw fracture. Considering the difficulty and risks of removing the mesh cage from the anterior approach, we initially freed the superior end of the mesh cage without removing the mesh from the anterior approach by resecting the C6/7 intervertebral disc and the destroyed C7 vertebral body. We then removed the original screws and rods and performed long segment fixation from C4 to T6 via a posterior approach after recovering sagittal alignment by skull traction. Finally, the iliac bone was harvested and transplanted between the superior end of the mesh cage and the inferior end plate of C6 to fill the defect caused by kyphosis correction and C7 vertebral resection. After surgery, the patient experienced sagittal alignment reconstruction and symptom relief, and he was asked to wear a cast for at least 6 months until bone fusion was achieved. At the 3-year follow-up, there was fusion between the mesh cage and the C6 vertebra with successful instrument reconstruction and no mesh cage subsidence were observed.ConclusionsWhen a subsided and migrated titanium mesh cage is difficult to remove after mechanical failure following total spondylectomy, recovering sagittal alignment to achieve indirect decompression based on unique anterior and middle column reconstruction, solid instrument construction, and bone fusion is an alternative solution.
Interobserver variability of assessing body condition scores and muscle condition scores in a population of 43 active working explosive detection dogs
Authors: Christie Kimberly M. , Barnhard Jennifer A. , Otto Cynthia M. , Mallikarjun Amritha , Wilson Clara , Levine David , Tringali Ashley A. , Payne Chelsea E. , Langenbach Anke , Brunke Matthew W. 
Published: October 2024

ObjectivesThis study aimed to evaluate the agreement between explosive detection dog (EDD) handlers and a team of veterinarians in assessing body condition score (BCS) and muscle condition score (MCS), hypothesizing significant BCS differences between handlers and veterinarians, and no significant MCS differences in healthy active duty EDDs.MethodsThis prospective study analyzed variance and inter-rater intraclass correlation coefficients (ICC) of agreement within BCS and MCS assessments collected from the 43 EDDs by four blinded graders; the EDDs’ respective handler and three veterinarians with varying levels of veterinary expertise.ResultsThe results of the study showed that 74.4% of the EDD population was graded as ideal BCS (4 or 5 out of 9) by the handlers compared to 67.44% by the members of the veterinary team; however, the graders scored different subsets of individual EDDs as ideal. Normal MCS (3 out of 3) was assessed in 86.05% (n = 37) of EDDs by the handlers versus in 70.54% by the veterinary team.ConclusionThis study highlights the importance of standardized training and guidelines for BCS and MCS assessments in working dogs to improve agreement between all members of the healthcare team.
Anatomical variations of the external jugular veins and collaterals incidentally diagnosed with computed tomography in Shih Tzu dogs
Authors: Cho Seoyoung , Chang Jupill , Kim Woosuk , Eom Kidong , Kim Jaehwan 
Published: October 2024

IntroductionThe external jugular vein (EJV) is a superficial vein of the neck in dogs; its significance is evident in veterinary clinical practice, encompassing surgeries and interventional procedures. However, there have been no reports on EJV variations in canines, despite extensive studies on variations in the jugular veins in humans. This study aimed to use CT imaging to evaluate the prevalence of anatomic vascular variations of the EJVs in Shih Tzu dogs and to describe the clinical and CT characteristics of these vascular variants.MethodsThis is a retrospective, multi-center study. The medical imaging records of Shih Tzu dogs that underwent pre- and post-contrast CT examinations of the head, neck, and thorax at the Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital, Konkuk University, and 10 referral hospitals between 2015 and 2023 were reviewed.ResultsWe defined five types of EJV vascular variants: normal (type I), unilateral hypoplasia (type II), unilateral aplasia (type III), bilateral hypoplasia (type IV), and bilateral aplasia (type V), based on the morphological and diameter differences observed in the transverse images of Shih Tzu dogs. CT images from 547 Shih Tzu dogs revealed 119 cases (21.7%) of EJV variants. Type I was observed in 428 dogs (78.2%), type II in 46 dogs (8.4%), type III in 41 dogs (7.5%), type IV in 14 dogs (2.6%), and type V in 18 dogs (3.3%). In types II–V, compensatory drainage through the internal jugular vein (IJV) was observed, often involving the medial passage of the maxillary or linguofacial veins. A moderate negative correlation (R = −0.5) was recorded between the hypoplastic EJV and the affected-side IJV (p &lt; 0.01). Some cases exhibited other supplementary drainage routes, such as the hyoid venous arch or median thyroid vein. Additionally, 63 persistent left cranial vena cava (PLCVC) cases (11.9%) were identified among 529 Shih Tzu dogs, showing a significant association with EJV abnormalities (p &lt; 0.05).DiscussionOverall, this study identified anatomical variants of the EJV in Shih Tzu dogs and introduced a new classification system. These findings revealed that EJV variants and compensatory tributary enlargement were more prevalent than previously recognized, emphasizing the need to consider these nuances in veterinary procedures and imaging.
METHODOLOGY OF TEACHING ORGANIC CHEMISTRY TO CHEMISTS-TECHNOLOGISTS AT A CLASSICAL UNIVERSITY
Authors: TKACHUK H. 
Published: October 2024

This work presents a methodology concept of teaching organic chemistry at classical universities, which is based on learning technology using the psychological and pedagogical principles of the present days. The purpose of the article is the theoretical and methodical substantiation of the peculiarities of teaching organic chemistry to chemists-technologists at a classical university. In order to achieve the specified goal, the following tasks were fulfilled: educational and methodological bases were developed for organization of the organic chemistry learning process, taking into account the implementation of the Strategy for the Development of Higher Education in Ukraine for 2022–2032.
The work developed theoretical and methodical features of organic chemistry teaching to chemists-technologists with a systematic approach. Namely, it was shown that organic chemistry is a science in which the specific language of chemical symbols occupies the most important place among other branches of chemistry. In organic chemistry, due to the largest number of organic substances – the subject of this science, the chemical language, that is, the nomenclature of these compounds, from a methodological point of view, is almost the most complicated. Successful mastering of organic chemistry is impossible without mastering modern theories of the structure and reactivity of organic compounds, as well as without explaining the mechanisms of chemical reactions. The transformation of theoretical information into developed skills and abilities takes place as a result of conducting a laboratory workshop in organic chemistry, which takes place in organic chemistry laboratories using the methods of educational laboratory workshop and methods of organic synthesis. The process of teaching organic chemistry at a classical university with a systemic approach correlates with elements of learning technology. The material of this article is also based on the educational and methodological developments of the author. The research presented in this article relates to the development of methodological and theoretical foundations of teaching organic chemistry at a classical university for preparing applicants for the Educational and Professional Program 161 Chemical Technologies and Engineering. The results of such studies can be useful for development of an educational and methodological complex in the subject for bachelors of both chemical and non-chemical specialties.
Верификация прецизионности количественных методик в КЛД: практические аспекты
Authors: Кулаковский А.Ю. , Кашаканова Н.М. , Федорова А.Ю. , Салимов Э.Л. , Васильева И.В. 
Published: October 2024

В статье рассматриваются практические аспекты верификации прецизионности количественных методик измерения в клинической лабораторной диагностике (КЛД). Верификация методик измерения является критически важным этапом обеспечения качества лабораторных исследований. Процесс направлен на подтверждение того, что методика, используемая для измерения определенных параметров, соответствует установленным требованиям и стандартам, обеспечивая точные и надежные результаты. Статья описывает этапы верификации, включая выбор образцов, проведение измерений, анализ данных, выявление и обработку выбросов, а также расчет коэффициентов вариации. Адаптированы международные рекомендации CLSI EP15-A3 для практического применения в клинико-диагностической лаборатории. В случае недостижения заявленных производителем параметров предлагается использовать альтернативные критерии на основе биологической вариации и национальных стандартов.
The article discusses the practical aspects of verifying the precision of quantitative measurement methods in clinical laboratory diagnostics. Verification of measurement methods is a critical step in ensuring the quality of laboratory tests. This process aims to confirm that the method used to measure specific parameters meets established requirements and standards, providing accurate and reliable results. The article describes the verification stages, including sample selection, measurement execution, data analysis, outlier detection and handling, and calculation of variation coefficients. International guidelines CLSI EP15-A3 have been adapted for practical application in a clinical diagnostic laboratory. In cases where the manufacturer’s claimed parameters are not met, alternative criteria based on biological variation and national standards are suggested.
Three-dimensional bubble channel based on a photothermal field by a multiphoton process
Authors: Ito Hironori , Uchiyama Yuki , Omata Sosuke , Yamada Hiroto , Wei Hao-Keng , Honma Satoshi 
Published: October 2024

Abstract
New techniques for accurately controlling microbubble positioning, leveraging the three-dimensional and high spatial resolution of two-photon absorption, have been experimentally demonstrated. Femtosecond laser pulses focused on a solution created a sharp thermal gradient at the focal point, where Marangoni forces acting on the trapped bubbles exceeded 380 pN, considerably stronger than those generated by thermal diffusion. This effect was used to position bubbles with micrometer accuracy along a narrow two-photon absorption distribution with a length of 1 mm. The novel bubble and flow driving principles, combined with fast and precise energy distribution control techniques in optics, provide innovative proposals for microfluidics, soft robotics, and many other fields.
Pengembangan Model Pembelajaran Flipped Classroom Pada Mata Pelajaran IPAS
Authors: Zahara Leni , Susi Susi Yuliastanty 
Published: October 2024

Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengungkapkan 1). Bagaimana Murid Sekolah Dasar dalam memahami model pembelajaran Flipped Classroom pada mata pelajaran IPAS.2). Bagaimana desain pengembangan model pembelajaran Flipped Classroom pada mata pelajaran IPAS untuk meningkatkan kemampuan berfikir Murid Sekolah Dasar. 3) Bagaimana perencanaan, pelaksanaan, evaluasi dan perbaikan nilai pada mata pelajaran IPAS di Sekolah Dasar 4) Bagaimana sintak dari pengembangan model pembelajaran Flipped Classroom pada mata pelajaran IPAS di Sekolah Dasar. Penelitian ini menggunakan pengembangan model research and development (R & D,) pengembangan model desain ADDIE. Model pembelajaran Flipped Classroom pada mata pelajaran IPAS. Sampel pada penelitian ini berjumlah 54 Murid kelas V Sekolah Dasar, yang terdiri dari kelas V A dan V B dengan menggunakan purposive sampling. Uji Pratikalitas model melalui persepsi guru dan Murid yang diukur dengan angket. Uji keefektifan model pembelajaran Flipped Classroom menggunakan tes kinerja (performance test) dengan membandingkan hasil belajar Murid yang mengikuti pembelajaran Flipped Classroom pada mata pelajaran IPAS. Hasil penelitian model pembelajaran Flipped Classroom pada mata pelajaran IPAS sudah layak digunakan setelah dinilai valid, praktis dan efektif berdasarkan kriteria yang telah ditetapkan.
Keywords : Pengembangan Model, Flipped Classroom, Pembelajaran IPAS, Sekolah Dasar.
نماذج متنوعة من فخاريات تل أبو عنتيك -دراسة آثارية ووصفية
Authors: محان محمد , جابر علي 
Published: October 2024

يعد العصر البابلي القديم (2004_ 1594ق.م) من المحطات المهمة التي مرت بها بلاد الرافدين إذ تبرز أهميته من خلال المعلومات القيمة التي كشفت عن تاريخ وحضارة البلاد واستندت هذه المعلومات على المسوحات والتنقيبات الاثرية في عدة مواقع منها تل أبو عنتيك موضع الدراسة إذ كشفت التنقيبات فيه عن معالم عمارية منها ابنيه إدارية ومعابد وبيوت سكن ولقى اثرية منها مجموعة فخاريات وهي محور الدراسة والتي أمدتنا بمعلومات مهمة عن الحياة اليومية لذلك المجتمع من خلال دراسة النقوش الزخرفية التي يمكن الاستناد إليها في معرفة الكثير من الأمور ومدى تطور المجتمع و الغاية من صناعتها بأشكال مختلفة بسبب حاجة الإنسان إليها في الحياة اليومية منها لتحضير الطعام وحفظ السوائل والزيوت وغيره.
مقارنة مفهوم الدولة بين الفكر السياسي الإيراني والعراقي
Authors: السلطاني يحيى 
Published: October 2024

هناك العديد من النظريات حول الحكم والدولة لدى فقهاء الشيعة في إيران والعراق على حد سواء، ولعل أهمها "نظرية ولاية الفقيه" التي طورها آية الله روح الله الخميني في السبعينيات من القرن الماضي والتي تمنح المرجع الديني الأعلى سلطة مطلقة على جميع شؤون الحياة، حيث يجمع بيده الشؤون الدينية والدنيوية، وبالرغم من أن نظام ولاية الفقيه قد طبق بنجاح داخل إيران، فإن القلة يعتقدون أن نظام ولاية الفقيه هو نظام مناسب للشيعة في العراق، فغالبية المراجع الدينية في النجف لا تؤمن بولاية الفقيه كما طرحت في إيران، مع التأكيد على ضرورة فصل الدين عن الدولة وعلى عدم تدخل رجل الدين بمجريات الحياة اليومية للمواطنين وكذلك بشؤون الحكومة والإدارة، ومع ذلك فهناك تداخل كبير بين الفكر السياسي الشيعي الإيراني والعراقي، فبعض المرجعيات الإيرانية كانت تنتمي إلى مرجعية النجف الأشرف العراقية، وبعض المرجعيات العراقية كانت تنتمي إلى مرجعية قم الإيرانية، كما أن العديد من المرجعيات الدينية في قم عارضت النظرية، بينما هناك بعض المرجعيات الدينية في النجف الأشرف أيدت هذه النظرية.
Upaya Peningkatan Kualitas Mutu Pendidikan Di Indonesia Melalui Kemerdekaan Belajar
Authors: Kamaluddin  
Published: October 2024

Tujuan dari penulisan artikel ini dijabarkan menjadi dua tujuan, yaitu:1) Mendeskripsikan strategi peningkatan mutu pendidikan melalui kemerdekaan belajar 2) Mendeskripsikan faktor penghambat dan pendukung strategi peningkatan mutu pendidikan melalui kemerdekaan belajar Pendidikan merupakan pilar penting bagi suatu negara untuk melahirkan generasi-generasi penerus bangsa yang berkualitas. Yang paling dibutuhkan dalam menopang pertumbuhan dan perkembangan suatu negara adalah Sumber Daya Manusia yang berkualitas. Pendidikan menjadi jalan utama berdirinya suatu negara yang kokoh dan mampu mempertahankan kedaulatan negaranya. Oleh karena itu, pendidikan merupakan urgensi yang penting dalam membangun suatu bangsa. Pendidikan yang baik dapat dilihat dari tingkat mutu pendidikan yang ada didalamnya.Kemerdekaan belajar dalam suatu Pendidikan merupakan hal yang penting dalam proses berjalannya pembelajaran disekolah, jika suatu sekolahtidak memiliki kurikulum dalam pembelajaran maka tidak akan berjalan sesuai dengan tujuan yang akan dicapai. Penelitian ini memiliki kesimpulan 1) Strategi Peningkatan Mutu Pendidikan melalui kemerdekaan belajar terdapat perencanaan. Perencaan itu diantaranya analisis kebutuhan, penyusunan strategi, penyediaaan sarana dan prasarana, pembagian tugas. 2) Faktor Pendukung dan Penghambat Strategi Peningkatan Mutu Pendidikan melalui kemerdekaan belajar diantaranya ialah dari faktor sarana dan prasarana yang lengkap sehingga menunjang keterlaksanaan program dengan baik, lalu tenaga pendidik yang sudah memiliki sertifikasi dan berkompeten, lalu juga antusiasme dari peserta didik dalam emngikuti semua program yang dilaksanaan oleh sekolah. Adapun faktor penghambatnya diantaranya melalui kemerdekaan belajar adalah, kurang memanfaatkan kemajuan tehnologi.
Rancang Bangun Alat Pengukur Tinggi Badan Berbasis IOT Dengan Sensor Ultrasonic dan Menggunakan Aplikasi BLYNK IOT
Authors: Alfarisy Salman , Hadiwandra T. Yudi 
Published: October 2024

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Perkembangan ilmu pengetahuan dan teknologi modern telah membawa manusia pada peradaban yang lebih baik. Pengukuran tinggi badan sering kali dilakukan secara manual, terutama menggunakan pita pengukur Kesalahan ini sering terjadi sehingga memerlukan solusi yang tepat. Dengan teknologi mikrokontroler dapat dimanfaatkan untuk menciptakan alat-alat otomatis yang membantu manusia. Dengan adanya alat ini dapat melakukan pengukuran dengan cepat, memudahkan menghemat waktu dalam mengukur tinggi badan dengan hasil yang akurat. Untuk memudahkan melakukan pengukuran tinggi badan maka dibuatlah alat pengukuran tinggi badan berbasis iot dan data yang didapatkan tersimpan di database dan di tampilkan melalui aplikasi bylnk dan juga Web server MySQL. Pada pengujian QOS didapatkan hasil Troughput yang didapat 8218 bit/s kategori tergolong sangat bagus , Packet loss tidak terjadi apa apa dikarnakan tidak terjadinya kehilangan paketdata, Delay sebesar 233 m/s kategori bagus. Dan pada hasil penguian alat rata-rata eror 0,18% dana akurasi 99,8%.

Kata Kunci – IoT,QoS, blynk, monitoring, Database