bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Robot-assisted deep brain stimulation of the centromedian nucleus of the thalamus for generalized epilepsy: targeting and operative video
Authors: Chen Jason A. , Warren Aaron E. L. , Rolston John D. 
Published: July 2024

The centromedian (CM) nucleus of the thalamus is a promising target for a range of brain diseases including drug-resistant generalized and multifocal epilepsy. CM is highly connected to cortical and subcortical regions including frontoparietal/sensorimotor cortex, striatum, brainstem, and cerebellum, which are involved in some generalized epilepsy syndromes like Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS). In this video, the authors describe their methodology for targeting CM for deep brain stimulation (DBS). Delineation of an optimal and consistent target will expand the efficacy of neuromodulation of CM in intractable epilepsy.
The video can be found here: https://stream.cadmore.media/r10.3171/2024.4.FOCVID245
Waldpolitischer Jahresrückblick 2023
Authors: Wolf Brigitte , Truffer Oliver , Zumbühl Nora , Norer Roland , Lieberherr Eva 
Published: July 2024

Abstract
Die Schweizer Waldpolitik war im Jahr 2023 von der Ausarbeitung der integralen Wald- und Holzstrategie 2050, den Auswirkungen der Energie- und Klimapolitik auf den Schweizer Wald sowie Diskussionen um entwaldungsfreie Lieferketten geprägt. Im Schweizer Parlament wurden 15 Vorstösse zum Thema Wald und Holz eingereicht. Das Bundesgericht äusserte sich im Berichtsjahr achtmal zu waldrechtlichen Fragen in den Bereichen Waldfeststellung, Rodungsbewilligung und Waldabstand. Bei den waldnahen Themen befasste sich die Schweizer Politik 2023 unter anderem mit den Themen Klima, Biodiversität und Boden.
The Impact of Problem-Posing Learning Method on Critical Thinking Skills in terms of Self-Confidence
Authors: Hermiyati Nurul , Yurniwati Yurniwati  , Gusti Yarmi  
Published: July 2024

Elementary school students need help solving math description problems due to weak critical thinking skills. The need for appropriate learning methods for developing critical thinking skills and student self-confidence factors cause the low quality of the mathematics learning process. The purpose of this research is to test the effect of Problem Posing learning method on critical thinking skills in terms of students' self-confidence in mathematics learning. The research methodology applied was an experiment with a 2 x 2 design. The research sample was selected using Cluster Random Sampling with a total sample of 140 students. The research instruments used were the critical thinking skills test in the form of description test questions and the self-confidence questionnaire using the Likert scale. Data analysis began with prerequisite tests in the form of normality and homogeneity followed by two-way ANOVA hypothesis testing and the Tukey test as a further test with the help of SPSS statistical software. The results revealed that the critical thinking skills of students who were given Problem Posing treatment was higher than that of students who were given expository learning treatment; there was an interaction between learning methods and self-confidence in critical thinking skills, critical thinking skills in Problem Posing was higher than expository learning for students who had high self-confidence, and students who had low self-confidence in expository learning had higher critical thinking ability than Problem Posing learning. Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that the Problem-posing learning method significantly affects critical thinking skills in terms of the self-confidence of elementary school students.
Quantum Solution of Classical Turbulence. Decaying Energy Spectrum
Authors: Migdal Alexander 
Published: July 2024

This paper presents a recent advancement that transforms the problem of decaying turbulence in the Navier-Stokes equations in \(3+1\) dimensions into a Number Theory challenge: finding the statistical limit of the Euler ensemble. We redefine this ensemble as a Markov chain, establishing its equivalence to the quantum statistical theory of \(N\) fermions on a ring, interacting with an external field associated with random fractions of \(\pi\). Analyzing this theory in the turbulent limit, where \(N \to \infty\) and \(\nu \to 0\), we discover the solution as a complex trajectory (instanton) that acts as a saddle point in the path integral over the density of these fermions.

By computing the contribution of this instanton to the vorticity correlation function, we obtain an analytic formula for the observable energy spectrum—a complete solution of decaying turbulence derived entirely from first principles without the need for approximations or fitted dimensionless parameters. Our analysis reveals the full spectrum of critical indices in the velocity correlation function in coordinate space, determined by the poles of the Mellin transform, which we prove to be a meromorphic function. Real and complex poles are identified, with the complex poles reflecting dissipation and uniquely determined by the famous complex zeros of the Riemann zeta function.

Universal functions of log scale replace the turbulent scaling laws (K41, Heisenberg, and multifractal). Significantly, these functions for the energy spectrum, energy decay rate, and the velocity correlation in the inertial range closely match the results from grid turbulence experiments[1][2] and recent DNS[3] within data errors.
Are Pain and Mourning for a Pet and a Family Member the Same?
Authors: Mariano Stefano 
Published: July 2024

Many people lives with pets and the most part of them are considered as a family members (Crossley et al. 2022). So, when a companion animal dies, people experiences pain and mourning. Despite the recent increase in research interest in human-pet relationships, to my knowledge there is no review that answers this question: Are pain and bereavement for a pet and for a family member the same? The present narrative review may be a first step in answering this question.

METHODS: This review was conducted according to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) statement. After removal of duplicates and examination of titles and abstracts, 49 records were included in the review (see Appendix 1 and Appendix 2 for further details). The retrieved articles were selected and evaluated by reading each one in full text (see Appendix 3 for further details).

DISCUSSION: This review, was beyond the scope of a qualitative and quantitative assessment of the intensity of mourning for the loss of an AC compared to mourning for the loss of a human. However, in examining the literature collected in the present study, we can highlight some significant recurring themes:
A. Intensity of grief over the loss of one's pet; B. The relationship between the owner/caregiver and their pet; C. The individual's vision and perspective of life after the loss of their pet; D. Society's disenfranchised grief.

CONCLUSIONS: The research indicates that AC owners experience a spectrum of pain and grief intensity when their pet dies, ranging from moderate to excruciating.
This grief is often compared to that experienced upon the loss of a close family member. However, many variables influence the intensity of grief: age, social condition (living alone or in a family context) of the caregiver/pet owner, age of the dead animal, etc. Therefore, further research is needed.
In addition, this review reveals a pervasive underestimation of the grief associated with the loss of a pet, both by society at large and by individuals who do not own a pet.
This disenfranchised grief can have a profound emotional impact on those who experience the loss of a pet.
It is also clear that veterinarians can play a role in helping AC owners to grieve and in improving the wellbeing, resilience and quality of life of people around the world experiencing pet loss. Further research is needed to develop a measure of DG that is specific to the loss of human companion animals (Brown et al., 2023).
Moving to Advanced Research on Human Machine Interface Design
Authors: Brawner Keith 
Published: July 2024

This poster paper will discuss a variety of items related to Human-Machine Teaming and research in support in-creasing control of autonomous machines present in phys-ical problem domains of interest. Many military tasks can be decomposed into their primary elements – intelligence preparation, reconnaissance, movement, maneuver, fires, and and support across the combat domains of interest – air, land, sea, etc. There are an increasing number of au-tonomous and semi-autonomous ground-based systems available, such as the Multi-Utility Tactical Transport (MUTT) Unmanned Ground Vehicle, for movement of materials, or Quadrupedal Unmanned Ground Vehicle (QUGV) for the disposal of explosive ordinance, comple-mented by aerial platforms considering of a wide variety of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) for the gathering and transmitting of information, held together by a common backbone and network.
The preponderance of new systems and capabilities brings new issues, one of which is critical to research - how to control and manage a large number of systems. Commercial systems of significantly less capability, such as light-up drone shows, involve approximately 2 people per 100 drones; meaning that a single controller for a sin-gle drone is simply a non-starter. How can research be applied to scale the complexity of operations upwards without additional demands of personnel?
This poster discusses several portions of early-stage research into a variety of applications, including:

Reasoning about mixed-team processes, includ-ing real/synthetic teammates, and how infor-mation gathered about the use of synthetic teammates within simulation can be transitioned into utilization for a robotic teammate
Embedding affective information into dialogue channels in order to save cognitive bandwidth
Repurposing of foundational dialogue models for specific tasks and purposes
Utilizing psychological research to design sys-tems in order to infer user intent
Theory of mind research for autonomous systems regarding their human operators
Simulated environments and agents in order to test the simulations in representative areas.
Common-Sense reasoning augmented by Large Language Model technology for instructing ro-botic platforms

The following things will be discussed at the poster ses-sion, representing a portfolio of ongoing work addressing the problems of large-scale multi-agent command and control. While the near-term application of these tech-nologies is into military problem domains; the poster presentation is cleared for public release.
Enhancing Explainability in Predictive Maintenance : Investigating the Impact of Data Preprocessing Techniques on XAI Effectiveness
Authors: NDAO Mouhamadou Lamine , YOUNESS Genane , NIANG Ndèye , SAPORTA Gilbert 
Published: July 2024

In predictive maintenance, the complexity of the data often requires the use of Deep Learning models. These models, called “black boxes”, have proved their worth in predicting the Remaining Useful Life (RUL) of industrial machines. However, the inherent opacity of these models requires the incorporation of post-hoc explanation methods to enhance transparency. The quality of the explanations provided is then assessed using so-called evaluation metrics. Modeling is a whole process that includes an important data preprocessing phase, with parameter selection such as time window, smoothing parameter, or rectified RUL when dealing with multivariate time series dataset. We propose to analyze the impact of these preprocessing methods on the quality of explanations provided by the local post-hoc models LIME, KernelSHAP, and L2X, utilizing six evaluation metrics: stability, consistency, congruence, selectivity, completeness, and acumen. This analysis will be based on NASA's Commercial Modular Aero-Propulsion System Simulation (C-MAPSS) dataset with the LSTM model. Our findings reveal that the choice of specific pre-processing parameters can significantly improve predictive performance. Furthermore, the quality of explanations depends on the selection of explicability methods. In addition, a factorial analysis of the evaluation metrics reveals that they do not all point in the same direction.Indeed, understanding the nuanced relationships between evaluation metrics is essential for a comprehensive and accurate assessment of explainability methods.
TaxTajweez: A Large Language Model-based Chatbot for Income Tax Information In Pakistan Using Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)
Authors: Mohammad Affan Habib  , Shehryar Amin  , Muhammad Oqba  , Sameer Jaipal  , Muhammad Junaid Khan  , Abdul Samad  
Published: July 2024

The advent of Large Language Models (LLMs) has heralded a transformative era in natural language processing across diverse fields, igniting considerable interest in domain-specific applications. However, while proprietary models have made significant strides in sectors such as medicine, education, and law through tailored data accumulations, similar advancements have yet to emerge in the Pakistani taxation domain, hindering its digital transformation.
In this paper, we introduce TaxTajweez, a specialized Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) system powered by the OpenAI GPT-3.5-turbo LLM, designed specifically for income taxation. Complemented by a meticulously curated dataset tailored to the intricacies of income taxation, TaxTajweez leverages the RAG pipeline to mitigate model hallucinations, enhancing the reliability of generated responses. Through a blend of qualitative and quantitative evaluation methodologies, we rigorously assess the accuracy and usability of TaxTajweez, establishing its efficacy as an income tax advisory tool.
Digital Innovations in the Fiscal Policy of Ukraine: Promoting Sustainable Economic Development
Authors: Lukianykhina Olena , Suprunenko Svitlana , Slavkova Alla , Skorba Oleh , Zavrazhnyi Kostiantyn 
Published: July 2024

This study critically examines the nexus between tax legislation and digital innovation in Ukraine, focusing on the alignment of fiscal policy with the digital economy's growth. It analyzes the implications of Ukraine's tax reforms, including the Law "On Stimulating the Development of the Digital Economy in Ukraine," commonly referred to as the Diia City initiative, for promoting a robust digital economy. This research evaluates the effectiveness of these reforms in fostering digital advancements and their impact on sustainable economic development. Employing a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach, it researches into the theoretical and practical aspects of tax policies, particularly those targeting the digital sector. The findings suggest Ukraine's strategic positioning for leveraging digital innovation, underpinned by legislative reforms such as amendments to the Tax Code of Ukraine that cater to the IT industry through specific tax regulations through a conducive fiscal environment. This paper highlights the transformative potential of digital innovations and the critical need for tax legislation to evolve in tandem with technological advancements. Recommendations for ensuring the sustained success of Ukraine's digital and economic reform efforts emphasize the importance of addressing existing obstacles and perpetually refining fiscal policies.
PELATIHAN PEMBUATAN HANDSANITIZER BERSAMA POSYANDU REMAJA DESA GEDANGAN KABUPATEN SUKOHARJO
Authors: Hutapea Henny Parida , Ambarwati Septiana 
Published: July 2024

Cairan Antiseptik atau saat sekarang ini sering disebut dengan handsanitizer merupakan produk antiseptik tangan yang penggunaannya sangat mudah dan praktis. Produk ini mulai populer dan sering digunakan oleh masyarakat semenjak pandemi Covid 19 untuk membunuh bakteri tanpa menggunakan air, penggunaanya bisa dipergunakan saat kapanpun dan dimanapun, contoh setelah menyentuh barang, sebelum makan, selepas dari kamar kecil, setelah belanja, setelah membuang sampah. Kegiatan pemberdayaan masyarakat dalam pelatihan pembuatan handsanitizer ini dilaksanakan di Balai Desa Gedangan. Tujuan dari kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat dari Prodi Kimia Industri Polsapa Surakarta ini adalah untuk menyampaikan informasi pengetahuan dan memberikan keterampilan kepada anggota Posyandu Remaja yang berada di sekitar Desa Gedangan dalam membuat handsanitizer yang aman digunakan. Kegiatan ini diikuti sebanyak 43 orang peserta menggunakan metode ceramah terkait materi pembuatan hand sanitizer dan praktik pembuatan secara langsung oleh tim pelaksana kegiatan. Berikutnya, kegiatan praktik workshop bagi peserta yang terbagi menjadi 3 kelompok. Hasil kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini dapat diambil kesimpulan bahwa pemahaman dan keterampilan Posyandu Remaja Desa Gedangan Gorogol Sukoharjo terkait dengan materi dan praktik pembuatan hand sanitizer mengalami peningkatan. Hal ini ditunjukkan oleh kemampuan merespon pertanyaan dari tim pelaksana kegiatan selama berlangsungnya kegiatan dari awal sampai akhir kegiatan dan dapat membuat sendiri handsanitizer.
Meningkatkan Kesadaran Pemuda/I HKBP Rogate Medan Tentang Penyalahgunaan Media Sosial Sebagai Modus Human Trafficking
Authors: Hia Niscaya , Sarah Eva Margareth , Marpaung Rolando , Laia Exmin Jaya , Marbun Atiek S. 
Published: July 2024

Banyaknya pemudai/i yang tidak menyadari modus human trafficking tersebut sehingga banyak yang menjadi korban terutama melalui media sosial. Pemuda/i generasi sekarang sangatlah berbeda dengan generasi terdahulunya dari segi pergaulan atau bersosialisasi, cara berpikir, dan cara menyelesaikan masalah. Para kalangan remaja banyak juga yang menyalahgunakan media sosial seperti penyebaran berita hoax, pencemaran nama baik dan kejahatan lainnya. kegiatan penyuluhan ini merupakan salah satu cara agar membangun kesadaran hukum kepada pemuda/i dengan memberikan informasi agar bijak dalam menggunakan media sosial dan dapat terhindar dari praktik human trafficking dimana mereka kelak akan menjadi generasi penerus dimasa mendatang. Metode yang digunakan dalam pelaksanaan kegiatan penyuluhan ini disesuaikan dengan permasalahan mitra dan solusi yang diberikan dari kegiatan penyuluhan. Metode pendekatan berkaitan dengan memberikan pemahaman pada peserta PbM-KT terhadap ancaman dan pencegahan tindakan perdagangan orang. Hasil yang diperoleh melalui kegiatan penyuluhan ini adalah pemuda/I di lingkungan Gereja HKBP Rogate Medan memahami mengenai bahayanya praktik human trafficking, memahami UU yang terkait dengan human trafficking dan bagaimana seharusnya bijak dalam bermedia sosial sehingga terhindar dari praktik human trafficking.
Strategi dan Implementasi Public Relations di Perusahaan Rintisan Digital Indonesia (Studi Kasus di PT Nasco International)
Authors: Azalia Sherenika , Purba Arief Marizki 
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini berjudul Strategi dan Implementasi Public Relations dalam Startup Digital Indonesia (Studi Kasus pada PT Nasco International). Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meneliti dan mengkaji apa saja strategi dan bagaimana implementasi public relations yang diterapkan PT Nasco International. Data yang telah terkumpul akan dianalisis menggunakan teknik reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode studi kasus yaitu mengkaji sebuah program (public relations), kejadian, aktivitas, proses atau individu, atau kelompok dengan lebih mendalam. Metode pengumpulan data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah dikumpulkan langsung dari wawancara mendalam dan observasi non-partisipan. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan strategi public relations yang diterapkan PT Nasco International. Dari ketujuh strategi bauran PENCILS, ditemukan bahwa strategi public relations di PT Nasco International diimplementasikan dalam cakupan internal dan eksternal perusahaan. Hasil penelitian ini juga menunjukkan bahwa perusahaan didukung oleh beberapa faktor dalam mengimplementasikan strateginya yaitu penggunaan media sosial dan internet serta proses komunikasi yang terbuka di perusahaan dan terdapat beberapa faktor penghambat seperti kurangnya budget dalam membuat konten, kecakapan staf PR, dan kuantitas dari staf PR.
Assessment of the antibacterial activity of macroalgae Cladophora crispata extract against extended spectrum beta-lactamase producing Escherichia coli isolated from diarrheic children
Authors: Abdul-Reda Hussein Uday 
Published: July 2024

Background: Diarrhea is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in children under 5 years old in developing countries. Objective: This study designed to investigate the occurrence of extended spectrum beta-lactamase producing Escherichia coli (E. coli ) as etiological infectious agents of diarrhea in children, assessment of their susceptibility/resistance to antibiotics, and to evaluate the antibacterial activity of the macroalgae Cladophora crispata extract towards these bacteria . Materials and Methods: 150 diarrheic stool samples were collected from children less than 5 years and cultured. The isolated bacteria were subjected to various identification and biochemical tests. Then all the isolated bacteria (E. coli ) were subjected to ESBL-producing screening by double-disc synergy test, the antibacterial activity of algal extract and antibiotic susceptibility test against tested bacteria were determined by using agar well diffusion and disc diffusion methods respectively . Results: Out of total 150 samples, only 18 isolates revealed the presence of extended spectrum β-lactamase producing E. coli, which showed highly susceptibility to gentamicin and amikacin, Cladophora crispata extract revealed a strong antibacterial activity against ESBL-producing E. coli. Conclusion: Cladophora crispata extract showed a strong antibacterial activity against ESBL-producing E. coli which can be exploited as source of antibacterial drugs to control and treatment diarrheal infection caused by these bacteria.
Relationship of ABO blood group with Hemoglubin level ,glucose level and urinary track infection of pregnant women
Authors: A. hasan Shireen , G. Magtooph Majida 
Published: July 2024

This study was aimed to determine the relationship between ABO blood group with hemoglobin level ,glucose level and urinary track infection in pregnant women inAL- Naissary city Thi-Qar province ,Iraq .Atotal of 100 pregnant women have beenfound to be screened in this study .Blood samples were collected to examine blood group Hb,and glucose level Also,urine samples were collected to examine urinary track infection .The results showed a significant decrease in hemoglobin level in pregnant women which carried the blood group O when compared with the rest groups(P<0.029) .But there was a significant increase in urinary track infection in the same blood group(P<0.012) . From the another side the blood group type B have significant increase in glucose level(P<0.027) .The finding of the present study was that we the blood group type O was more susceptible to urinary track infection and low level Hb concentration .but the blood group type B was more susceptible to infected with Diabetes.
Effect of Ho-YAG laser therapy on Complete Blood Count for Lithotripsy (in vitro)
Authors: Y. Nazal Ferial , K. Hamid Mohammed , R. Akal Hazim 
Published: July 2024

Background :
The purpose of this study is to investigate the in vitro effect of Ho – YAG laser on Complete Blood Picture in blood sample from ureteroscopic lithotripsy ( patients with urinary stones ) . The study is conduct the effect Ho-YAG laser on Complete Blood Count (CBC) was estimated before and after exposure in vitro . The study was conducted on Complete Blood Picture , the taken number of (10) parameters was estimated before and after exposure . Result showed that there was a significant decreased in the percentage of Lymphocyte , PLT , HCT , RBC , HBG , MCHC , after exposure to 2100 nm (Ho-YAG ) laser . It is found that (Ho-YAG ) laser increase some parameters of WBCs , MCV , MONO and MCH and after exposure.