bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Comparing the Scores of The Functional Movement Screen™ in Individuals with Low Back Pain versus Healthy Individuals: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Authors: Alkhathami Khalid M. , Alqahtani Bijad 
Published: July 2024

Background The Functional Movement Screen™ (FMS™) is widely used to assess functional movement patterns and illuminate movement dysfunctions that may have a role in injury risk. However, the association between FMS™ scores and LBP remains uncertain. Objective The purpose of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to examine functional movement scores among patients with low back pain (LBP) and healthy subjects with no LBP and review the validity of the FMS™ tool for screening functional movement among LBP patients. Methods The systematic review and meta-analysis included papers assessing functional movement among adult patients with LBP using the FMS™ through a literature review of five databases. The search strategy focused used relevant keywords: Functional movement screen AND low back pain. The review included all papers assessing functional movement among LBP adult patients (>18 years old) using the FMS™ published between 2003 to 2023. The risk of bias in the involved studies was evaluated using the updated Cochrane ROB 2 tool. Statistical analysis was conducted using Review Manager software, version 5.4. The meta-analysis included the total FMS™ score and the scores of the seven FMS™ movement patterns. Results Seven studies were included in this systematic review were considered to have low to unclear risk of bias. The meta-analysis revealed that the LBP group had a significantly lower total FMS™ score than the control group by 1.81 points (95% CI (-3.02, -0.59), p= 0.004). Patients with LBP had a significantly lower score than the control group regarding FMS™ movement patterns, the deep squat (p <0.01), the hurdle step (p <0.01), the inline lunge (P value <0.01), the active straight leg raise (p <0.01), the trunk stability push-up (p=0.02), and the rotational stability screens (p <0.01). Conclusion Lower scores on the FMS™ are associated with impaired functional movement. Identifying the specific functional movement impairments linked to LBP can assist in the creation of personalized treatment plans and interventions. Further research is needed to assess the association of cofounders, such as age, gender, and body mass index, with the FMS™ score among LBP patients and controls. Level of evidence 1
DIREITO, CIÊNCIA, POLÍTICA PODERES E SUSTENTABILIDADE DO NÃO SABER NA CONSTRUÇÃO DO FUTURO
Authors: De Giorgi Raffaele 
Published: July 2024

O trabalho trata da relação diferente (Hegel) em que direito, ciência, política estão no presente da sociedade moderna. Ele oferece uma representação do presente como diferença e o descreve em sua constituição paradoxal como duração e como limite nos quais sistemas sociais lidam com a questão da sustentabilidade do não-saber. A história da razão moderna é a história do seu ser presente a si mesma, do seu diferir a si mesma, para se reafirmar em níveis mais altos de complexidade. O presente está presente para si mesmo como esta história da razão. Neste lugar histórico, a política se especificou na realização de “Zweckprogramme” (programas-de-fins) através dos quais ela se liga à incerteza do futuro que ela mesma constrói. O direito constrói vínculos efêmeros do futuro. A essa política e a esse direito, a ciência oferece observações do mundo na forma do saber. A ciência deslegitima assim o saber cotidiano, mesmo o da política e aquele que é condensado no direito, expande os horizontes do mundo e produz desequilíbrio, transforma entropia em neghentropia. Desprovida de orientação, a política constrói muros para controlar a complexidade e para se proteger contra os excedentes; o direito empresta seus conceitos à proteção das inseguranças efêmeras desta política. Além dos muros há o não-saber do futuro. Quão sustentável é essa condição?
BREXIT E A UNICIDADE DA CONSTITUIÇÃO DO REINO UNIDO: ENTRE CRISE POLÍTICA, CRISE DEMOCRÁTICA E CRISE CONSTITUCIONAL
Authors: Peluso Neder Meyer Emilio 
Published: July 2024

O artigo debate o caráter peculiar da Constituição do Reino Unido, apresentando suas principais instituições e o modo específico de sua conceituação. Ele se situa no campo de estudo do Direito Constitucional Comparado. O objetivo geral é o de verificar como o processo de saída da União Europeia (Brexit) se relaciona com a especificidade daquela Constituição. Será verificado que a não codificação trouxe maiores desafios para o processamento do Brexit. A hipótese é a de que tais dificuldades situam o Reino Unido em uma crise que não se distancia do início de um processo globalizado de gradual crise democrática. Adota-se uma metodologia de estudo de caso, com análise das principais instituições constitucionais britânicas, somado a uma revisão bibliográfica. Discute-se a permanência de históricos contratos de domínio, as características da soberania parlamentar e o paulatino incremento das funções judiciais, paralelos a uma tentativa de reforço da soberania popular e a aceleração de reformas constitucionais. Os resultados indicam a existência de uma crise política no Reino Unido. Conclui-se com a necessidade de distinção entre crise política, crise democrática e crise constitucional.
Motivation's influence on credit decisions: unveiling the moderating effect of brand awareness in PT Bank Syariah Indonesia Tebing Tinggi branch
Authors: Sarwoto Sarwoto , Cen Cia Cai , Zalukhu Rika Surianto , Murni Sri 
Published: July 2024

The number of MSMEs in Indonesia is very large, but the portion of credit financing to MSMEs is still very small when compared to the percentage of the number of MSMEs. Therefore, this study aims to analyze the effect of MSME customer motivation on credit decisions at PT Bank Syariah Indonesia through brand awareness as a moderating variable. This research is a quantitative descriptive study conducted on 250 MSME customers of PT Bank Syariah Indonesia, who have credit with current status and are willing to be respondents. Sampling method with accidental sampling. This study uses primary data collected by questionnaires distributed to respondents. Respondents' perceptions were measured using a Likert scale. Research with SEM model, data processing with PLS 3.0 smart software. The results showed that motivation and brand awareness has a significant effect on MSME customer credit decisions at PT Bank Syariah Indonesia Tebing Tinggi branch. Brand awareness can be a moderating variable in the influence of motivation on credit decisions of MSME customers of PT Bank Syariah Indonesia Tebing Tinggi Branch. The implication of this research is targeting the policy of increasing Islamic bank credit financing that is oriented towards brand awareness.
Novel and Reusable Magnetic Zinc Ferrites Modified SBA-15 Supported Ionic Liquids for Sustainable and Efficient Cycloaddition of CO2 and Epoxides to Cyclic Carbonates
Authors: Yu Lin Hu , Zhi Guo Sun , Xiao Bing Liu 
Published: July 2024

Abstract. A type of magnetic zinc ferrites modified SBA-15 supported ionic liquids have been synthesized and evaluated as effective catalysts for the synthesis of cyclic carbonates from epoxides and CO2. The effects of catalysts, CO2 pressure, reaction temperature, and catalyst stability have also been investigated, the catalyst ZnFe2O4@SBA-15-ILVO3 exhibited excellent activity in high to excellent yields (87~98 %) with excellent selectivities (98~99.7 %). Moreover, the catalyst exhibited excellent stability and could be easily recovered and reused for five times without a considerable decrease in catalytic activity. This work provides a sustainable and efficient strategy for the chemical fixation of carbon dioxide into valuable cyclic carbonates.

Resumen. Se sintetizó y evaluó un líquido iónico soportado tipo ferrita de zinc magnética modificada SBA-15 como un catalizador efectivo para la síntesis de carbonatos cíclicos a partir de epóxidos y CO2. Se investigaron los efectos del catalizador, el CO2, la presión, la temperatura de reacción y la estabilidad del catalizador; el catalizador ZnFe2O4@SBA-15-ILVO3 mostró una excelente actividad con rendimientos de altos a excelentes (87~98 %), así como excelentes selectividades. Adicionalmente, el catalizador mostró tener una excelente estabilidad, y se logró recuperar y reutilizar fácilmente en cinco ocasiones sin mostrar un decremento importante en su actividad catalítica. Este trabajo proporciona una estrategia sostenible y eficiente para la transformación química de dióxido de carbono en carbonatos cíclicos de alto valor.
Experimental and Statistical Investigation of a Novel Green Inhibitor Ferula Lutea as Potential Corrosion Inhibiting Carbon Steel in an Acidic Medium
Authors: Boukhedena Wafia , Deghboudj Samir , Benahmed Merzoug , Laouer Hocine 
Published: July 2024

Abstract. Carbon steel corrosion inhibition in the presence and absence of Ferula lutea butanolic extract (EBFL) as a corrosion inhibitor was investigated. This study focuses on the optimization of three main parameters: inhibitor concentration, immersion time, and temperature, on the corrosion inhibition of X2C30 carbon steel by EBFL based on the weight loss method. A composite-centered design (CCD) of response surface methodology (RSM) was employed to design the experiment utilizing Design Expert software in to assess the experimental factors that influence the process. Both the corrosion rate and the inhibition efficiency were modeled using logarithmic quadratic equations. The achieved correlation between the predicted and experimental values reveals the accuracy of the proposed models. This investigation proved that (RSM) is a useful tool to predict the optimal operating parameters of the examined inhibitor to mitigate carbon steel corrosion. Gravimetric and electrochemical measurements have indicated that extract (EBFL) exhibits corrosion inhibition properties of X2C30 carbon steel in 1 M hydrochloric acid medium.

Resumen. Se investigó la inhibición de la corrosión del acero al carbono en presencia y ausencia del extracto butanólico de Ferula lutea (EBFL) como inhibidor de la corrosión. Este estudio se centra en la optimización de tres parámetros principales: la concentración del inhibidor, el tiempo de inmersión y la temperatura, sobre la inhibición de la corrosión del acero al carbono X2C30 por el EBFL basándose en el método de la pérdida de peso. Se empleó un diseño centrado en el compuesto (CCD) de la metodología de superficie de respuesta (RSM) para diseñar el experimento utilizando el software Design Expert en para evaluar los factores experimentales que influyen en el proceso. Tanto la velocidad de corrosión como la eficiencia de inhibición se modelaron mediante ecuaciones cuadráticas logarítmicas. La correlación alcanzada entre los valores predichos y los experimentales revela la precisión de los modelos propuestos. Esta investigación demostró que (RSM) es una herramienta útil para predecir los parámetros operativos óptimos del inhibidor examinado para mitigar la corrosión del acero al carbono. Las mediciones gravimétricas y electroquímicas han indicado que el extracto (EBFL) presenta propiedades de inhibición de la corrosión del acero al carbono X2C30 en medio ácido clorhídrico 1 M.
Quantum Computational Chemistry and Optoelectronic Properties of a New Synthesis Organic Compound
Authors: Qadr Hiwa Mohammad , Mamand Dyari Mustafa , Aziz Dara Muhammed , Awla Awat Hamad 
Published: July 2024

Abstract. For useful photovoltaic technology applications, organic materials with interesting electrical and optoelectronic properties are in great demand. Research on synthetic small organic molecules has gained great attraction for their potential applications in low-cost, ultra-thin and flexible commodities. They are also expected to play a transformative role in life today. 4-((2-hydroxy benzylidene) amino)-N-(thiazol-2-yl) benzenesulfonamide produced by using many important identification tools such as 13C NMR, 1H NMR, FTIR and UV-visible spectrum. In this study, there are some parameters such as band gap energy, refractive index, reflectivity, dielectric constant, electrical and optical conductivity to find suitable applications such as solar cells and photovoltaics. Based on quantum computational chemistry, HOMO, LUMO, band gap energy, ionization energy, softness, hardness, electronegativity, electrophilicity, nucleophilicity, electron transfer and back donation energy were calculated by using DFT at the (B3LYP/6-311++G(d, p)) level.

Resumen. Para la aplicación útil en tecnologías fotovoltaicas se requiere de materiales orgánicos con propiedades eléctricas y optoelectrónicas específicas. La investigación de moléculas orgánicas pequeñas ha ganado interés por sus aplicaciones potenciales como materias primas ultradelgadas y flexibles. También se espera que jueguen un papel transformador en la vida cotidiana. Se estudió el 4-((2-hidroxibencilidén) amino)-N-(thiazol-2-il) bencénesulfonamida con varias espectroscopías tales como 13C NMR, 1H NMR, FTIR y UV-visible. Para la aplicación de estos compuestos en celdas solares y dispositivos fotovoltaícos es necesario conocer parámetros como la brecha o gap de energía, el índice de refracción, la constante dieléctrica, y las conductividades eléctricas y ópticas. Utilizando la DFT con la metodología B3LYP/6-311++G(d, p), se calcularon las siguientes propiedades: energías del HOMO y LUMO, brecha (gap) HOMO-LUMO, primer potencial de ionización, blandura, dureza, electronegatividad, electrofilicidad, nucleofilicidad, transferencia electrónica y retrodonación.
Ion Migration Study on YAlO3-perovskite through Atomistic Simulations
Authors: Miranda-Rosales Rubén O. , Gómez-García J. Francisco 
Published: July 2024

Abstract. In this work, we presented an atomistic simulation study on YAlO3 perovskite. We simulated the reported crystal structure through the energy minimization process from coulombic and Buckingham potentials with the General Utility Lattice Program (GULP). We determined the formation energy for all point pair defects presented in the system. We found that the anionic Frenkel together with Schottky pair defects are the main defects in the YAlO3 perovskite.
Additionally, we performed several energy profile migrations for each ion, and we determined that oxygen migration was the favored migration via the vacancy-vacancy path with 98.70 kJ/mol. In the end, we performed a series of calculations about doping energy, and we calculated that Ca2+ is the best aliovalent ion for doping YAlO3 compound, which involves the minimum doping energy while the aliovalent doping increases the oxygen vacancy defects. We suggested that these atomistic simulations could be used as a tool in the design or optimization of new materials for developing solid electrolytes.

Resumen. En este trabajo presentamos un estudio hecho por medio de simulaciones atomísticas para el compuesto YAlO3 con estructura perovskita. La estructura se simuló por medio de la minimización energética de los potenciales de Coulomb y de Buckingham. Se determinó la energía de formación para todos los pares de defectos puntuales que puede presentar el sistema y encontramos que los defectos tipo Frenkel aniónico y los Schottky son los principales en el compuesto de estudio. También determinamos los perfiles energéticos de migración para los iones en el sistema y encontramos que la migración de menor energía corresponde a la de oxígeno vía vacancia-vacancia con una energía de 98.70 kJ/mol. Hacia el final del artículo, presentamos los cálculos referentes a la energía de dopaje y encontramos que el mejor ion para dopar al compuesto YAlO3 es el ion Ca2+; esto debido a la menor energía de dopaje involucrada y el hecho de que el dopaje aliovalente incrementa las vacancias de oxígeno en el sistema. Sugerimos que este tipo de estudios pueden ser una herramienta muy versátil en el desarrollo y optimización de nuevos electrolitos sólidos.
Implementation of Nigeria’s surgical plan: leveraging media engagement for cleft lip and palate to drive advocacy for access to surgical healthcare
Authors: Seyi-Olajide Justina O. , Aria Oti N. , Obi Nkeiruka (Nk) , Lobi Paul , Ameh Emmanuel A. 
Published: July 2024

Background Global health advocacy plays a crucial role in addressing emerging health challenges, including the provision of surgical healthcare care in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Nigeria launched its national surgical, obstetrics, anaesthesia, and nursing plan (NSOANP) in 2019 to improve access to surgical services, including cleft lip and palate. This report examines the potential of media engagement as a catalyst for advocacy initiatives to strengthen surgical systems. Methods The study conducted media and advocacy workshops targeting journalists from various media outlets across Nigeria. Workshops included didactic lectures, presentations, role plays, and group discussions. Participants were evaluated through pre- and post-tests. Follow-up activities tracked participants’ reporting and awarded prizes for outstanding reporting on cleft and surgical care. Results One hundred and three journalists, including 61 (59.2%) males and 42 (39.8%) females participated, showing significant improvement in knowledge about cleft lip and palate anomalies and access to surgical care (p = 0.03). Post-workshop outputs included public enlightenment programmes, radio dramas, and published reports. The initiative awarded prizes to 9 journalists for quality reporting. Conclusions Media engagement is a potent tool for advocating for surgical care access. The success of this initiative underscores the importance of collaboration between stakeholders and the need for sustained efforts to support advocacy for access to surgical healthcare.
Digital health interventions in primary care in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic scoping review protocol
Authors: Nathan Jayakayatri Jeevajothi , Agarwal Dhiraj , Peres Igor Tona , Bastos Leonardo S. L. , Resende Noelle , Hamacher Silvo , Cheyne Ashleigh , Jamieson Nina , Kawade Anand , Khoo Ee Ming , Bozza Fernando A. 
Published: July 2024

Background The integration of digital health (eHealth) interventions into primary healthcare systems has gained recognition lately in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs) to enhance healthcare quality, accessibility, and efficiency. These interventions may offer effective strategies in mitigating the burden of chronic diseases by facilitating access to remote healthcare and optimising its processes. This scoping review aims to identify and assess eHealth interventions implemented in primary care settings in LMICs for further development and adaptation. Methods and analysis We will search two electronic databases, such as Scopus and Embase, to identify peer-reviewed studies reporting on eHealth interventions implemented in primary care settings within LMICs. This review will encompass evidence published in the English language without a time frame restriction. We will remove duplicates from the search, and two reviewers will independently assess all articles for eligibility by first screening the title and abstract, followed by a full-text review. Eligible articles will be extracted, and data will be charted according to types of intervention and settings using a standardised form. Ethics and dissemination There is no ethical review required for this scoping review. We plan to disseminate the findings by presentations at conferences and publishing in open-access journal.
Cambios en la calidad de vida y la salud en estudiantes universitarios mexicanos durante la pandemia de COVID-19
Authors: Hidalgo Rasmussen Carlos Alejandro , Zurita Aguilar Kathia Anahí , Torres Chávez Lilia Janeth , Rosales Damián Guillermo , Santoyo Felipe 
Published: July 2024

Objetivo: Determinar si se presentaron cambios en la calidad de vida (CV) y los comportamientos de riesgo a la salud (CRS) en estudiantes universitarios mexicanos durante la pandemia del COVID-19. Método: Se siguió durante 3 tiempos a 222 estudiantes con edades entre 18 y 25 años en 2020 y 2021. La CV se evaluó con el WHOQOL-Bref, y los CRS con el Youth Risk Behavior Survey. Resultados: Disminución con efecto grande para Salud Física (eta cuadrado parcial (np2) = .147) y Psicológica (np2 = .218) y medio para Relaciones Sociales (np2 = .110) y Entorno (np2 = .089), así como un aumento en la proporción de estudiantes que experimentaron sentimientos de desesperanza (p < .001) y se involucraron en peleas físicas (p = .031). Además, se observó un incremento marginal en la proporción de estudiantes que cumplieron con las recomendaciones de consumo de frutas y verduras (p = .053), y significativo con las pautas de ejercicios de fuerza (p =.004). Conclusión: La pandemia de COVID-19 tuvo un impacto negativo en la CV y los CRS en estudiantes universitarios mexicanos, destacando la importancia de abordar y apoyar la salud mental y el bienestar físico de esta población durante períodos de crisis
EXPOSING E-PROCUREMENT FAILURES IN PREVENTING PROCUREMENT OF GOODS AND SERVICES FRAUD
Authors: Saputra Edwin , Anis Chariri  
Published: July 2024

This study aims to reveal the failure of e-procurement in preventing fraud in the procurement of goods/ services and to explore the essence of meaning behind these fraudulent practices and behaviors. The method used is a qualitative approach using a interpretive phenomenological lens. Data collection involved in-depth interviews with a semi-structured approach to eight informants and analysis of organization documents. Data analysis using a model modified by Sanders. The findings show that the root of the problems in the procurement of goods/ services are political patronage practices and violations of procurement ethics. The procurement budget is likened to a "pizza" which has been cut into several parts and will be distributed by regional heads as patrons to supporting parties as clients. Through political patronage, the selection working group intervened to win the desired provider. These various interventions have weakened the integrity of working group which has resulted in collusion between the working group and providers who are very prone to corruption and ultimately detrimental to state or regional finances. This fraudulent behavior forms a social reality within the organization that is inconsistent with procurement ethics. This study also found that the function of prevention or early warning from the inspectorate had not gone well.
الرقابــة في العــراق علـى وفق دستـور 2005
Authors: ستـار متعـب بـان , حميـد حســن العنبكــي طــه 
Published: July 2024

للرقابـة أهميـة كبيـرة في تنظيـم أمــور المجتمـع والدولـة والحـد من الفسـاد المالـي والأداري والسياســي لــذا لابد من وجود أطر قانونيـة تستنــد أليهـا الجهــات الرقابيـة وتلتـزم بهـا للوصول ألــى أفضـل النتائـج.
وتعرف الرقابة بأنهـا : ((عمليـة رصـد وأشـراف ومتابعـة لأداء الأفـراد والمؤسسـات لضمـان تنفيـذ الخُـطط والبرامـج والتشريعـات، ومـن ثـم تتبعهـا عمليــة تقييم لهـذا الأداء وتقويمــهُ فـي حـال حــدوث أي خلل فيـه عـن طريـق التوجيـه أو المحاسبـة )).
وقــد تــم تحـديد الأطــر الدستوريـة والقانونيـة لأليـات الرقابـة بأنواعهـا فـي العـراق علــى وفق دستـور 2005، ولكــن علـى مستـوى الواقــع السياسـي لــم تُحقق تلك الرقابـة نتائــج مُجديـة فـي مُكافحـة الفسـاد بفعـل سياســة المحاصصــة والمساومة والمجاملات السياسيـة التي عطلت الدور الرقابـي في كـل مفاصـل الدولـة وبالتالـي أنتشـار الفسـاد بكـل أنواعـهُ من أختلاس ورشوة وسرقة بكل أنواعها وغسيل أموال ومخدرات وأنتشار عصابات السرقة والمجاميع الأرهابية