bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Increasing situational awareness through nowcasting of the reproduction number
Authors: Bizzotto Andrea , Guzzetta Giorgio , Marziano Valentina , Del Manso Martina , Mateo Urdiales Alberto , Petrone Daniele , Cannone Andrea , Sacco Chiara , Poletti Piero , Manica Mattia , Zardini Agnese , Trentini Filippo , Fabiani Massimo , Bella Antonino , Riccardo Flavia , Pezzotti Patrizio , Ajelli Marco , Merler Stefano 
Published: August 2024

BackgroundThe time-varying reproduction number R is a critical variable for situational awareness during infectious disease outbreaks; however, delays between infection and reporting of cases hinder its accurate estimation in real-time. A number of nowcasting methods, leveraging available information on data consolidation delays, have been proposed to mitigate this problem.MethodsIn this work, we retrospectively validate the use of a nowcasting algorithm during 18 months of the COVID-19 pandemic in Italy by quantitatively assessing its performance against standard methods for the estimation of R.ResultsNowcasting significantly reduced the median lag in the estimation of R from 13 to 8 days, while concurrently enhancing accuracy. Furthermore, it allowed the detection of periods of epidemic growth with a lead of between 6 and 23 days.ConclusionsNowcasting augments epidemic awareness, empowering better informed public health responses.
Examining patronage intentions of customers: a case of green hotels
Authors: Shrivastava Priyanka , Gautam Vikas 
Published: August 2024

IntroductionThis research paper explores the increasing significance of sustainability within the hospitality industry, focusing on how customers' patronage intentions are influenced by green hotels. Amid rising global awareness of environmental issues, the study investigates the effect of hotels' green initiatives on customer behavior and decision-making. The analysis employs theories such as the Theory of Reasoned Action (TRA) and the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) to examine the roles of environmental awareness, personal norms, and perceived behavioral control in shaping consumer choices at green hotels.MethodThe methodology involves a detailed survey of 418 travelers in India, evaluating their attitudes toward green hotels and how these attitudes impact their sustainable consumption behaviors. The survey aimed to gather data on participants' environmental awareness, personal norms, perceived behavioral control, and their intentions to support green hotels. Statistical analysis was used to interpret the survey responses and to identify significant trends and correlations.ResultsFindings from 397 valid responses indicate that well-informed consumers are more likely to support and prefer hotels committed to sustainability, positively affecting their purchasing decisions and loyalty. The data showed a strong correlation between environmental awareness and patronage intentions, with personal norms and perceived behavioral control also playing significant roles in consumer choices.DiscussionThe research enhances understanding of consumer behavior in sustainable tourism, providing important insights for hotel managers and policymakers. It underscores the importance of incorporating green practices into business strategies to appeal to environmentally conscious customers and emphasizes the need for continuous engagement and transparency in promoting environmental values. These practices are crucial for boosting customer satisfaction and loyalty in the hospitality industry. By aligning business operations with sustainable practices, hotels can not only attract more environmentally aware customers but also contribute positively to broader environmental goals.
Adoption strategies of fertility-sparing surgery for early-stage cervical cancer patients based on clinicopathological characteristics: a large retrospective cohort study
Authors: Ning Ying , Gao Xinyan , Kong Yan , Wang Yan , Tian Tian , Chen Yu , Yang Yufei , Lei Ke , Cui Zhumei 
Published: August 2024

BackgroundThe demand for fertility-sparing surgery (FSS) is increasing among patients with early-stage cervical cancer (CC). This study aimed to evaluate the feasibility of local excision as an alternative to hysterectomy in stage I CC patients aged 15–39 years—commonly referred to as adolescents and young adults (AYAs)—with varying clinicopathological characteristics.MethodsUsing the Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) database, we identified patients diagnosed between 2000 and 2020. We examined treatment interventions across different age groups, degrees of histological types, tumor differentiation, and tumor stages. The effect of local excision vs. hysterectomy was assessed by comparing overall survival (OS) and disease-specific survival (DSS) rates.ResultsA total of 10,629 stage I AYA cervical cancer patients were included in this study. Among these patients, 24.5% underwent local excision for fertility preservation, while 67.3% underwent radical hysterectomy. For patients with cervical squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), long-term outcomes favored local excision over hysterectomy, and a similar trend was observed in those with adenosquamous cell carcinoma (ASCC). However, the prognosis was comparable among patients with cervical adenocarcinoma (AC). In patients with well- and moderate- differentiated tumors, local excision demonstrated superior OS compared to hysterectomy. No significant differences in prognosis were found between the two surgical interventions for patients with poorly differentiated and undifferentiated tumors. In stage IA patients, local excision was considered a viable alternative to hysterectomy. In stage IB1–IB2, FSS yielded prognostic outcomes comparable to those of hysterectomy. Conversely, patients with stage IB3 exhibited significantly shorter 5-year OS and DSS following local excision than those who underwent hysterectomy.ConclusionIn stage IA–IB2 (diameter ≤4 cm) AYA patients, local excision may serve as a viable option for fertility preservation. The histological type of SCC, AC, and ASCC, along with differentiation, should not serve as restrictive factors in determining fertility preservation strategies for these patients. Patients with early-stage, well- or moderately-differentiated SCC may benefit from local excision surgery, even when fertility preservation is not the primary objective.
Supplementation of Ampelopsis grossedentata extract contributes to the improvement of intestinal health in swine
Authors: Liu Xiangyan , Zhang Fusheng , Li Mengyao , Li Rong , Zhang Zhen , Xu Juan , Wen Lixin , Li Rongfang 
Published: August 2024

IntroductionAmpelopsis grossedentata (vine tea), a high polyphenol content antioxidant plant resource, is renowned for its medicinal benefits. This study aimed to investigate the effects of Ampelopsis grossedentata extract (AGE) on anti-inflammatory and antioxidant ability, enhancement of intestinal immunity, improvement of intestinal structure, and regulation of gut microbiota in swine.MethodsA total of 135 weaned piglets were randomly divided into three groups: a control group, a low-dose group, and a high-dose group. Pigs were weighed and blood was collected on days 36, 85, and 154. The feed intake was recorded daily to calculate growth performance parameters. On day 154, five to six pigs in each group were randomly selected and euthanized to obtain a small intestine to investigate the effects of AGE on anti-inflammatory and antioxidant abilities and gut microbiota.ResultsThe results showed that 500 mg/kg AGE increased the expression of anti-inflammatory and immune cytokines (IL-10, IgG, and IgA) (p &lt; 0.05, p &lt; 0.01) and decreased the expression of proinflammatory cytokines (IL-1β) (p &lt; 0.05) in serum. Additionally, 500 mg/kg AGE enhanced the antioxidant capacity by increasing the GSH-Px, CAT, and SOD (p &lt; 0.05, p &lt; 0.01).DiscussionA total of 500 mg/kg AGE significantly increased the abundance of gut microbiota, enhanced the gut barrier, and modulated gut immunity. During the piglet phase, 500 mg/kg AGE increased the relative abundance of Prevotella (p &lt; 0.05). During the growing-finishing phase, 500 mg/kg AGE increased the relative abundance of unclassified_f__Lachnospiraceae and Bacteroides (p &lt; 0.05, p &lt; 0.01). Overall, we recommended 500 mg/kg AGE as a routine addition dose for swine to improve porcine growth performance and intestinal health.
Estimated Number Needed to Treat to Avoid a First Hospitalization by Maintaining Instead of Reducing Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone System Inhibitor (RAASi) Therapy after Hyperkalemia
Authors: Svensson Maria K. , Fischereder Michael , Kalra Paul R. , Sánchez Lázaro Ignacio José , Lesén Eva , Franzén Stefan , Allum Alaster , Cars Thomas , Kossack Nils , Breitbart Philipp , Arroyo David 
Published: August 2024

Key Points

Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system inhibitor (RAASi) therapy is frequently downtitrated or discontinued after a hyperkalemia episode.Reducing RAASi therapy after a hyperkalemia episode is associated with increased risk of hospitalization compared with maintaining RAASi.Our data suggest that a hospitalization within 6 months could be avoided if 25 patients maintained instead of reduced their RAASi therapy.

Background
Renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system inhibitor (RAASi) therapy provides cardiorenal protection but is often downtitrated or discontinued after a hyperkalemia episode. This observational study describes the extent of hyperkalemia-related RAASi reduction in patients with CKD and/or heart failure (HF) and estimates the number needed to treat (NNT) to avoid a first hospitalization if RAASi had been maintained at the prior dose.

Methods
Health care registers and claims data from Germany, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom were used to identify nondialysis patients with CKD and/or HF who had a hyperkalemia episode while on RAASi. Patients whose RAASi therapy was reduced (downtitrated/discontinued) after the hyperkalemia episode were propensity score matched to those with maintained RAASi, and their risks of a hospitalization within 6 months were estimated using the Kaplan–Meier method. On the basis of the absolute difference in this 6-month risk, the NNT framework was applied to estimate the number of patients who needed to have maintained instead of reduced their RAASi to avoid a first hospitalization during this period.

Results
Overall, 40,059 patients from Germany, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom were included. Presence of CKD at baseline was similar across countries (72%–92%), while HF was less common in Spain (18%) versus other countries (32%–71%). After the hyperkalemia episode, RAASi was reduced in 25%–57% of patients. After propensity score matching, the 6-month risk of hospitalization was consistently higher in those with reduced versus maintained RAASi; the absolute risk difference ranged from 2.7% to 7.3%. Applying the NNT framework, these data suggest that a first hospitalization within 6 months could potentially have been avoided if 25 patients had maintained instead of reduced their RAASi.

Conclusions
Our findings suggest a potential for avoiding a first hospitalization, even within a short time frame, by increasing adherence to guidelines to maintain instead of reduce RAASi after a hyperkalemia episode.
THE INFLUENCE OF WEATHER CONDITIONS ON THE YIELD OF GRAIN CROPS IN THE STEPPE ZONE OF BURYATIA
Authors: Соболев Виктор Александрович , Батудаев Антон Прокопьевич , Цыбиков Бэликто Батоевич , Коршунов Василий Михайлович , Гребенщикова Тамара Васильевна 
Published: August 2024

К основным факторам, влияющим на величину урожая зерновых культур, относятся влаго- и теплообеспеченность вегетационного периода. В данной работе рассмотрено влияние осадков и средней температуры воздуха на урожайность зерновых культур в степной зоне Бурятии. Коэффициент прямолинейной корреляции влияния выпавших осадков в мае месяце на урожайность яровой пшеницы составил 0,13, что говорит о слабом положительном влиянии данного фактора. За июнь месяц данный коэффициент составил 0,86, что соответствует высокой степени влияния осадков в данный месяц на урожайность яровой пшеницы. Июльские осадки оказали среднее влияние на продуктивность яровой пшеницы, а августовские слабое. В сентябре увеличение осадков в высокой степени отрицательно повлияло на продуктивность яровой пшеницы, возможно, связанное с потерями при уборке урожая. В целом, увеличение выпадения осадков за вегетационный период оказывает положительное влияние на продуктивность яровой пшеницы в средней степени. Температурный режим воздуха в 2015-2020 гг. превысил средние многолетние значения от 1,6 до 2,7 С.
The main factors affecting the amount of grain yield include moisture and heat supply of the growing season. This article examines the influence of precipitation and average air temperature on the yield of grain crops in the steppe zone of Buryatia. The coefficient of direct correlation of the influence of precipitation in May on the yield of spring wheat was 0.13, which indicates a weak positive effect of this factor. For the month of June, this coefficient was 0.86, which corresponds to a high degree of influence of precipitation in this month on the yield of spring wheat. The July precipitation had an average effect on the productivity of spring wheat, and the August precipitation had a weak effect on it. In September, an increase in precipitation to a high degree negatively affected the productivity of spring wheat, possibly associated with losses during harvesting. In general, an increase in precipitation during the growing season has a positive impact on the productivity of spring wheat to an average extent. The air temperature regime from 2015-2020 exceeded the long-term average values from 1.6 to 2.7 C.
EVALUATION OF THE STRUCTURAL STATUS OF SLOPE SOILS IN THE SOUTHERN PART OF THE VITIM PLATEAU
Authors: Бадмаев Нимажап Баяржапович , Дармаева Нина Николаевна , Балсанова Лариса Даниловна , Манханов Арсалан Дашеевич 
Published: August 2024

На основе анализа пространственно-временной оценки выявлено значительное уменьшение площади сельскохозяйственных земель в нашей стране (48 млн га), 95 % которых приходится на пахотные угодья. Общей закономерностью землепользования является сохранение и использование пахотных угодий только на плодородных почвах в оптимальных природно-климатических условиях. Одним из рассматриваемых аспектов пространственно-временной оценки является характеристика структурного состояния почв агроландшафтов, позволяющая раскрыть особенности преобразования почвенного покрова земель сельскохозяйственного назначения и прогнозировать дальнейшее изменение агроландшафтов при различном использовании. Общим признаком агрегатного состава почв, формирующихся на разных позициях склона, является отсутствие водопрочности агрегатов >1 мм. За счет дробления и диспергирования под воздействием воды агрегатов резко увеличивается «микроагрегированность» почв. Агрегатный состав почв северной экспозиции характеризуется лучшими показателями структурности.
Based on the analysis of the spatio-temporal assessment, a significant decrease in the area of agricultural lands in our country (48 million hectares) was revealed, 95% of such lands are arable ones. The general pattern of land use is the conservation and use of arable land only on fertile soils under favourable natural and climatic conditions. One of the considered aspects of spatio-temporal assessment is the characterization of the structural status of soils in agricultural landscapes, which makes it possible to reveal the peculiarities of the transformation of the soil cover of agricultural land and predict further changes in agricultural landscapes with different uses. A common feature of the aggregate composition of soils formed at different positions of the slope is the lack of water stability of the aggregates >1 mm. Due to the crushing and dispersion of aggregates under the influence of water, the “microaggregation” of soils sharply increases. The aggregate composition of soils of northern exposure is characterized by the best indicators of structure.
KEBIJAKAN BISNIS USAHA MIKRO KECIL DAN MENENGAH DALAM MENCAPAI KINERJA UNGGUL
Authors: Fatkhurahman Fatkhurahman 
Published: August 2024

Business policies are guidelines or rules set by an organization to direct the operations, decision-making, and behavior of all members of the organization in achieving business goals. A good business policy is very important because it can provide structure, direction, and consistency in running a business. Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) often face various issues related to business policies, which can affect the performance and sustainability of their businesses. Using descriptive research, data was collected from MSME managers and the results showed that the condition of the business policy of the small regional souvenir food industry in Riau Province was in the good enough category. This business policy variable obtained the largest dimension is hierarchical integration, while the smallest dimension is clarity of purpose.
Keywords: Business Policy, MSME, Superior Performance
Corporate social responsibility practices: evidence from the automotive manufacturing SMEs in the Ethekwini Metropolitan area
Authors: Mvakwendlu Nonophela Buhle , Zondo Robert Walter Dumisani 
Published: August 2024

Small and Medium sized Enterprises (SMEs) are regarded as a vital business sector in the South African economy. They elevate employment, reduce poverty, and increase the overall economic growth of any country. It is essential that SMEs should develop and grow. In ensuring their survival and growth, SMEs must be flexible and agile in every growth stage. Thus, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is one of the strategic tools for business survival and growth. CSR is when organisations act responsibly and ethically towards society, the environment and other stakeholders, to maximise positive impact not just for profit. It is expected that the implementation of CSR can enhance the performance of SMEs. Consequently, the study assesses CSR practices applied by SMEs in the eThekwini Metropolitan Area. The study was quantitative in nature. It targeted 120 SME owners in the automotive manufacturing sector of the eThekwini Metropolitan Area. Data collected from 110 SME owners was analysed using version 27 of the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS). The results established that business performance increases when SME organisations support community, particularly when there is employee involvement in such support activities. Hence, the original value of this study is in its approach in uncovering the perceptions and involvement of SMEs operating in the automotive manufacturing sector in the eThekwini Metropolitan Area in KwaZulu-Natal (in South Africa) on their CSR practices.
Implementasi Program Viona (Visibility of Routine Activity) Dalam Penerapan SOP di Kimia Farma Laboratorium dan Klinik Unit Bisnis Sumatera 3
Authors: Dianaulina Dwi , Fajar Nur Alam 
Published: August 2024

Standart Operasional Prosedur (SOP) di laboratorium klinik bahkan menjadi salah satu syarat terbentuknya Laboratorium, Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) sesuai perundang-udangan yang berlaku. Di Indonesia sendiri pelanggaran SOP terkait kepatuhan petugas dalam penggunaan APD terjadi di Laboratorium klinik RS Ibnu Suwito Baturaja. Kekurangan kesiapan terhadap penerapan SOP diwilayah pra analitik juga terjadi dalam proses rekam medis di Laboratorium Parahita tahun 2020.Dalam melakukan penerapan SOP Laboratorium dan Klinik Kimia Farma menerapkan Viona (Visibility Of Routine Activities) berupa CCTV yang terhubung langsung ke IT dan mutu kantor pusat di Jakarta, salah satu program yang dicanangkan untuk memantau penerapan SOP di kantor cabang laboratorium dan Klinik Kimia Farma seluruh Indonesia.Laboratorium dan klinik Kimia Farma Unit Bisnis Sumatera 3, terdiri dari 3 Klinik Pratama dan 3 Laboratorium Medis yang tersebar di palembang, Lubuk Linggau dan jambi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi penerapan SOP di Laboratorium dan Klinik Kimia Farma Unit Bisnis Sumatera 3, serta menganalisis kepatuhan petugas dalam mengikuti SOP terkait, khususnya dalam aspek greeting dan grooming. Pada Penelitian ini didapatkan bahwa pelanggaran Greeting dan grooming masih menjadi temuan pelanggaran tertinggi selama tahun 2022 pengetahuan petugas terhadap SOP baik lebih dari 50% petugas Laboratorium Klinik dan 78% petugas klinik Kimia Farma Unit Bisnis Sumatera 3 namun pengetahuan tersebut tidak menggambarkan penerapan SOP di outlet terbukti dengan. Punishment yang didaptkan oleh 2 outlet Kimia Farma Unit bisnis Sumatera 3 terhadap pelangggaran Viona. Berdasarkan hasil observasi peneliti menyarankan agar lebih meningkatkan evaluasi tindak lanjut hasil temuan dan dijadikan parameter KPI dalam penetuan Bisnis Manager berprestasi.
The Development of Curriculum in Indonesia
Authors: Novasyari Ressy 
Published: August 2024

Change is an obligation to do as long as it took to change for the better and able to solve problems that arise in the past. This was the spirit of the government to create a new curriculum. Education in Indonesia makes parameters in form of curriculum that teachers should obey it in teaching and learning in the classroom. Curriculum is a guide for teachers in teaching learning process in order achieve the objective. The curriculum in language teaching and learning depends on how the organization of content. Curriculum and its development according to the needs of students, schools, communities and the demands of the times. The curriculum should be match to the dynamics and demands of society for curriculum design/program(learning) which aims to prepare students to be members of the community. This article discusses about the concept of curriculum and development of curriculum in Indonesia.
Pelatihan Pembuatan Ecoprint Nusantara Sebagai Sarana Promosi Budaya dan Kearifan Lokal Indonesia di Sekolah Luar Negeri
Authors: Faizah Umi , Purwanto Joko , Bagiya Bagiya , Kadaryati Kadaryati , Soleh Khabib , Santoso Suryo Daru , Setyorini Nurul 
Published: August 2024

Budaya Indonesia yang kaya dan beragam perlu dikenalkan secara luas terutama di luar negeri, salah satunya melalui busana ecoprint. Hal ini dimaksudkan agar orang luar negeri mengenal ragam corak dan budaya Indonesia khususnya busana. Kegiatan pengabdian dilakukan dengan metode ceramah, simulasi, dan video guna menyampaikan konsep-konsep yang penting untuk dimengerti dan dikuasai oleh peserta pelatihan. Adapun materi yang diberikan meliputi: materi sekaligus motivasi, pembekalan pembuatan ecoprint dan penguatan seni fashion berbasis ecoprint, dan praktik berbicara tentang prosedur pembuatan ecoprint. Pelatihan diikuti oleh siswa Shankom Islam Wittaya School Thailand. Target dari kegiatan ini adalah secara bertahap dihasilkan anggota siswa Shankom Islam Wittaya School Thailand yang mampu memadukan fashion ecoprint dalam berbagai agenda. Hasil pelatihan tersebut peserta mendapat pengetahuan, pemahaman yang lebih baik dari sebelum pelatihan. Kegiatan ini diikuti sekitar 50 siswa dari Shankom Islam Wittaya School Thailand. Para siswa diminta untuk mempresentasikan cara membuat ecoprint khas nusantara. Penguasaan materi tentang ecoprint nusantara disimulasikan dalam bentuk menceritakan kembali bagaimana cara membuat ecoprint.
Hidden Companions to Intermediate-mass Stars. XXII. Inferring a 0.43M
⊙, 1.65 au Companion in the Astrometric Binary within the Triple System Lambda Muscae*
Authors: Waisberg Idel , Klein Ygal , Katz Boaz 
Published: August 2024

Abstract
Lambda Muscae is a nearby A-type star reported as a P = 474 days astrometric binary in Gaia DR3 (and previously in Hipparcos) and which also has a 0.16M
⊙ M dwarf companion at a projected separation 6.4 au discovered by VLT/SPHERE. Based on a K band flux ratio upper limit of 1% from a VLTI/GRAVITY interferometric observation, we estimate a primary mass M

Aa
= 2.28M
⊙ and infer that the closer companion is a M

Ab
= 0.43M
⊙ star (almost certainly an M dwarf) orbiting at a = 1.65 au. The triple system might be dynamically interesting given the low hierarchy and the ratio of angular momenta of the inner and outer orbits of about one.