bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Postoperative trachomatous trichiasis and associated factors among adults who underwent trachomatous trichiasis surgery in Ambassel District, North-East Ethiopia
Authors: Tabor Yimam Abdu , Wassie Gizachew Tadesse , Alene Getu Degu 
Published: May 2024

Background
In Trachoma endemic countries, many people who underwent Trichiasis surgery faced a recurrence of the disease. Postoperative Trichiasis is a significant problem for patients and health care providers because it puts the eye at renewed risk of sight loss. Despite the low utilization of Trachomatous Trichiasis surgery and the high recurrence rate, evidence that elucidate why it recurs after surgery is limited. This study was aimed to assess the magnitude and associated factors of postoperative Trichiasis among 18 years and above individuals who underwent Trachomatous Trichiasis surgery between 2013 and 2019 in Ambassel District, Northeast Ethiopia, 2020.

Methods
The community-based cross-sectional study design was conducted from March 10 to March 23/2020 in selected kebeles of Ambassel District. The required sample size (506) was calculated using EPI-INFO Version 7. A multi-stage sampling technique was used to employ study participants. Data were collected through the interviewer-administered structured pre-tested questionnaire and entered into EpiData version 3.1 and then exported to SPSS version 23.0 for analysis. Bi-variable and multivariable logistic regression models were fitted to identify associated factors of Postoperative Trachomatous Trichiasis.

Results
Four hundred ninety two individuals participated in this study with a response rate of 97.2%. In Ambassel district, the prevalence of postoperative Trichiasis was 23.8% (95% CI = 19.9–27.8). Among associated factors of postoperative Trachomatous Trichiasis: age 50–59 (AOR = 3.34, CI = 1.38–8.1), 60–69 (AOR = 3.24, CI = 1.38–7.61), ≥70 years (AOR = 6.04, CI = 2.23–16.41), duration since surgery (AOR = 1.7, CI = 1.35–2.14), complication (AOR = 2.98, CI = 1.24–7.2), washing the face two times (AOR = 0.25, CI = 0.13–0.47), washing the face three and more times (AOR = 0.1, CI = 0.41–0.25), taking Azithromycin following surgery (AOR = 0.19, CI = 0.09–0.41), pre-operative epilation history (AOR = 2.11, CI = 1.14, 3.9) and having a knowledge about TrachomaTtrichiasis (AOR = 0.21, CI = 0.08–0.58) showed a statistical significant association.

Conclusions
The prevalence of postoperative Trichiasis in Ambassel District was higher than most Ethiopian studies. Age, frequency of face washing, medication following surgery, duration since the last surgery, knowledge about trachoma, pre-operative epilation history, and complication after surgery were identified to be independent factors. To minimize postoperative Trachomatous Trichiasis stakeholders need to consider health education for patients, provision of Azithromycin after surgery, and proper training for integrated eye care workers.
Sustaining Containability
Authors: Resnick Elana 
Published: May 2024

Environmental sustainability initiatives in Bulgaria generate new forms of racialization. Although institutionally framed as progressive in the name of “green” Europeanization, in practice these initiatives rely on undervalued and unrecognized racialized labor. By attending to the materiality of recycling bins in downtown Sofia and their physical openings—designed to keep hands out—I show how people engage with recycling-based sustainability regimes and the environmental systems in which they are embedded. Bridging analyses of progressivist environmentalism and anthropologies of enclosure, this article introduces the idea of containability to understand the relationship between waste and race. Containability marks a realm of human-waste relations predicated on the aspirational goal of boundedness and the everyday disruptions of it. I examine these relations from the perspectives of waste collectors, recycling executives, Romani neighborhood residents, and international environmental consultants. These insights invite us to rethink the racial and material politics of environmentalism that constitute contemporary urban life.

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Инициативите за екологична устойчивост в България създават нови форми на расово разделение. Тези инициативи, въпреки че са институционално формулирани като прогресивни в името на „зелената“ европеизация, разчитат на подценен и незачитан расово маркиран труд. Обръщайки внимание на веществеността на контейнерите за рециклиране в центъра на София и на техните физически отвори, проектирани да държат ръцете вън от тях, показвам какво е отношението на хората към устойчивите режими за рециклиране, както и към екологичните системи, в които са вградени. Включвайки анализи от прогресивната екология и от антропологията на ограждането, тази статия въвежда идеята за съдържаемост, за да обясни връзката между отпадъците и расата. Съдържаемостта е област, принадлежаща на връзката хора—отпадъци, която е основана на стремежа към ограничаване и на всекидневните ѝ прекъсванияя. Изследвам тази връзка от перспективата на сметосъбирачи, ръководители по рециклирането, жители на Ромски квартали и международни консултанти по екология. Този поглед ни подканва да преосмислим расовата и материалната екологична политика, върху които е изграден съвременният градски живот.
A fixed point technique to the stability of Hadamard 𝔇-hom-der in Banach algebras
Authors: Dehghanian Mehdi , Sayyari Yamin 
Published: May 2024

Abstract
In this paper, we introduce the concept of Hadamard 𝔇-hom-der on Banach algebras. Further, we apply the fixed point method to prove the stability of the Hadamard 𝔇-hom-der on Banach algebras.
Complete monotonicity for a ratio of finitely many gamma functions
Authors: Chen Hai-Sheng , Zhu Ye-Cheng , Wang Jia-Hui 
Published: May 2024

Abstract
In this paper, we solve the question completely raised by Feng Qi and Dongkyu Lim in paper “Monotonicity properties for a ratio of finite many gamma functions” published in Advances in Difference Equations and get some properties about ratios of finitely many gamma functions such as complete monotonicity, logarithmically complete monotonicity, the Bernstein function property, null point and extreme value.
Some new uniqueness and Ulam–Hyers type stability results for nonlinear fractional neutral hybrid differential equations with time-varying lags
Authors: Dien Nguyen Minh 
Published: May 2024

Abstract
This paper deals with some qualitative properties of solutions to nonlinear neutral hybrid differential equations connected to ψ-Caputo fractional derivative with time-varying lags. First, we demonstrate the problem possesses a mild solution uniquely where the source function may have temporal singularities. Second, in some cases, we indicate that the problem possesses a unique mild solution under some weaker conditions than the previous one. Third, we also obtain a result on a global mild solution for the problem. Finally, the results are further enriched by studying a new type of Ulam–Hyers stability for the main equation. The main results are obtained by applying the nice inequality, first proposed and proven in this paper. Some befit examples are given to justify the applicability of the main results.
Weighted 1MP and MP1 inverses for operators
Authors: Mosić Dijana , Marovt Janko 
Published: May 2024

Abstract
The main aim of this paper is to extend the concepts of the 1MP and MP1 inverses defined for rectangular complex matrices. We present the weighted 1MP and MP1 inverses for a bounded linear operator between two Hilbert spaces as two new kinds of generalized inverses. The notions of the weighted 1MP and MP1 inverses are new in the context of rectangular complex matrices too. We establish a number of characterizations and some representations of the weighted 1MP and MP1 inverses. Several operator equations are solved applying the weighted 1MP and MP1 inverses. A special case of one of these equations is the normal equation which is related with the least-squares solution. As consequences of our results, we obtain new properties of the 1MP and MP1 inverses.
Operator Bohr-type inequalities
Authors: Sababheh Mohammad , Conde Cristian , Moradi Hamid Reza 
Published: May 2024

Abstract
The classical Bohr inequality for scalars was extended to the non-commutative case of Hilbert space operators in the literature. The sole goal of this article is to discuss the operator Bohr inequality and present some of its new variants. This includes fresh reverses and refinements of this inequality with applications towards an operator’s real and imaginary parts, not to forget the new discussion of different domains of the parameters. One further application towards the operator Dunkl-Williams inequality will be presented too. While the new results are interesting, we emphasize that the approach used to explore these inequalities differs from the existing literature methods for this context.
Exploring innovative food in a developing country: Edible insects as a sustainable option
Authors: Boustani Nada Mallah , Guiné Raquel P. F. 
Published: May 2024

Abstract
Today's consumers are becoming more aware of what they eat and the benefits that a healthy diet can provide. Edible insects (EIs) have recently been proposed as a sustainable, protein-rich alternative food source. Consumers' adoption of insects as part of their diet may be influenced by their awareness of this source of food. In this context, the current study investigated the level of knowledge about EI in a developing country, with the goal of understanding how Lebanese people perceive EI as food, as well as whether there are any sociodemographic or socioeconomic differences in their knowledge and motivation to accept EI as food. This was a cross-sectional study conducted using a questionnaire survey of 357 Lebanese participants. Basic descriptive statistics were employed to analyze the data, which were supplemented with statistical tests such as ANOVA for comparisons between three or more groups with post hoc to examine any group differences and Cronbach's alpha to assess internal scale reliability. The search for differences according to sociodemographic and socioeconomic characteristics showed significant differences between age groups and levels of education. Additionally, the results showed that the items used to assess the EI dimensions scale have a very high internal consistency, with the lowest being nutritional aspects (α = 0.669) and the highest being health effects (α = 0.797). This work is relevant because it highlights the EI food dimensions that influence people’s acceptance in Lebanon, which is facing social and economic crises while highlighting many age inequalities and education level differences. Based on the findings, individual EI dimensions were discovered, allowing for strategies deployment to effectively improve knowledge and eventually respond to a Sustainable Development Goal objective even in a nation where this is not a traditional practice.
Genotype by environment interaction and performance stability of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) cultivars grown in Dawuro zone, Southwestern Ethiopia
Authors: Daemo Berhanu Bilate 
Published: May 2024

Abstract
The performance of most crop genotypes varies significantly depending on their genotype–environment interactions. Providing information on high-yielding and well-adapted common bean genotypes in a given environment is crucial for small-holder farmers to boost their productivity. A field trial was conducted at the Gendo and Wara locations over two consecutive seasons to understand genotype–environment interactions on grain yield and to identify and select common bean genotypes that were better adapted and had high yield potential for production. Ten genotypes were evaluated for their performance using a randomized complete block design with three replications. The AMMI and GGE models were used to identify superior genotypes regarding their mean grain yield performance. The AMMI analysis of variance results showed that grain yield was significantly (p ≤ 0.05) influenced by genotype–environment interactions. This shows that genotypes varied in grain yield mean performance across environments, indicating the possibility of selecting suitable genotypes with specific and broad adaptability. The sum of squares factor indicated that grain yield variation was contributed by the genotype (61.0%), followed by the environment (29.80%) and the genotype–environment interaction effect (9.20%) of the total variation. The AMMI and GGE biplot analysis results showed that SER-119 and SER-125 were identified as the best genotypes regarding their mean grain yield performance. Additionally, the genotype selection index analysis result indicated that SER-119 and SER-125 were stable and consistently exhibited high mean performance in all evaluated settings. Therefore, SER-119 and SER-125 are prime candidates for production in various agroecologies suitable for common bean cultivation in Dawuro zones. The use of tools like GGE biplots and AMMI analysis helped visualize the genotype–environment interactions, aiding in the selection of appropriate genotypes for both specific and wide adaptability.
An efficient ZnO and Ag/ZnO honeycomb nanosheets for catalytic green one-pot synthesis of coumarins through Knoevenagel condensation and antibacterial activity
Authors: PN Prashanth Kumar , KS Pramod , H Pattanashetty Shivarudrappa , BC Vasantha Kumar , KV Arun Aravindakshan , Abraham Annu Laya , Varghese TV Fibin , Bahir Areej Al 
Published: May 2024

Abstract
This study pioneers the synthesis of porous Ag/ZnO nanosheets, focusing on their role as a catalyst in Knoevenagel condensation. Notably, these nanosheets display exceptional catalytic efficacy and captivating antibacterial properties. The research delves into the Ag/ZnO catalyst’s recyclability and proposes a potential reaction mechanism, marking the first comprehensive exploration of Knoevenagel condensation on porous Ag/ZnO nanosheets. Key findings underscore the successful synthesis of coumarin derivatives using various o-hydroxy benzaldehyde and 1,3-dicarbonyl compounds, with nano-Ag/ZnO serving as a catalyst via a monomode microwave-assisted approach. X-ray diffraction (XRD), Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy (FE-SEM), Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) and UV–Vis spectroscopy were used in conjunction with other physicochemical methods to characterize the synthesized catalytic samples. The method boasts advantages such as high product yields, brief reaction durations, and the ability to reuse the catalyst for multiple cycles. The Ag/ZnO nanosheets, functioning as an acid catalyst, activate carbonyl groups and facilitate their interaction with methylene-containing active molecules. In addition, antibacterial activity assessments demonstrate the superior effectiveness of Ag/ZnO nanocomposites compared to ZnO nanosheets against Staphylococcus aureus germs. This multifaceted study not only advances catalytic synthesis but also unveils promising biological applications of porous Ag/ZnO nanosheets.
Optimal conditions of ultrasound assisted extraction for potato peel polyphenols and the impact of this by-product on fresh cheese formulation
Authors: Brahmi F. , Achat S. , Mateos-Aparicio I. , Sahki T. , Bedjou O. , Ben Bara N. , Benazzouz-Smail L. , Haddadi-Guemghar H. , Madani K. , Boulekbache-Makhlouf L. 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThis work proposes the optimisation of the ultrasound assisted extraction (UAE) for total phenolic content (TPC) from potato peels (PP). The optimised extract was obtained using ethanol 20% (v/v) for 30 min at 40 °C, and it was found to be rich in total phenolics (45.03 ± 4.16 mg GAE/g DM) and flavonoids (7.52 EQ/g DM) and exerted a good antioxidant effect with IC50s of 125.42 ± 2.78, 87.21 ± 7.72, and 200.77 ± 13.38 μg mL−1 for DPPH, phosphomolybdate, and FRAP, respectively. PP were used for the fresh cheese formulation, and this supplementation did not impact its physicochemical properties; however, the phenol content and antioxidant capacity of formulated cheeses were improved. PP-enriched fresh cheese presented a good acceptability, even better than the control.
Effect of various fibers and rice husk ash on the workability of self-compacting concrete
Authors: Hadipramana Josef , Riza Fetra Venny , Faisal Ade , Hadibroto Bambang , Mokhatar Shahrul Niza 
Published: May 2024

AbstractThe study aims to investigate and find natural fiber as concrete reinforcement using the self-compacting concrete method. Methods of adding fiber and self-compacting concrete methods are exciting because these two methods have different characteristics and advantages. Therefore, the performance of the fresh-state flow capability of the self-compacting concrete method, which contains various fibers, was observed. Coconut fiber, pineapple leaf fiber, ijuk sugar palm fiber, and artificial polypropylene fiber were used with varying compositions of 0.3, 0.5, and 0.7% by mass of binder. The results show that coconut and pineapple fiber concrete met the European Guidelines for Self-Compacting Concrete standards. The coconut and pineapple fiber concrete performed admirably in all tests.
Investigation of Causes of Variance in Rating Valuation: Assessors Point of View
Authors: Atilola Moses Idowu , Bello Nurudeen , Achu Kamalahasan , Olowoleru Olaitan Olowoleru 
Published: May 2024

The focus of this study was to investigate the causes of variance in assessed rateable values from the point of view of property rating assessors. Valuation is the foundation of property rating administration. The correctness of the assessed rateable values significantly impacts other components of rating administration. The rateable value is considered to be correct when the variance in the valuations of a rating authority and objector is within an acceptable margin of variance. Purposive sampling method was adopted among registered estate surveyors and valuers in Kwara State, Nigeria. This study adopted qualitative research approach. The qualitative data were obtained from an interview survey with 8 valuers, which content analysis was employed to analyze the data. Findings showed that experience in rating valuation, valuers’ negligence, unrealistic valuation assumption and integrity of the valuers were the causes of variance in rating valuation. Other factors identified are comprehensiveness of the law, the explicitness of the law, absence of quality control, absence of a professional sanction, availability of market indices and clients’ influence. The findings could have practical usefulness on rating authority, estate surveying and valuation regulatory board and the assessor. This could avail the stakeholders of the requisite information on the root causes of variance in assessment and possible ways of correcting such variances. The correction could pave way for the role of valuation in rating administration.
Profil proksimat, asam amino, dan asam lemak MPASI dengan bahan baku tepung ikan
Authors: Nurfaidah Nurfaidah , Metusalach Metusalach , Mahendradatta Meta , Sukarno Sukarno , Sufardin Sufardin , Fahrizal Ahmad , Sulfiana Sulfiana 
Published: May 2024

Pertumbuhan dan perkembangan anak meningkat pada usia 6-24 bulan. Anak pada usia ini sangat rawan mengalami risiko stunting apabila kebutuhan nutrisinya tidak terpenuhi dengan baik. Asupan nutrisi pendamping, yaitu MP-ASI perlu dioptimalkan untuk tumbuh kembang anak. Daging ikan berpotensi menjadi sumber protein hewani pada MP-ASI. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menentukan karakteristik MP-ASI dengan formulasi penambahan tepung dan albumin ikan mas terhadap komposisi kimia, asam amino, dan asam lemak. Pembuatan MP-ASI menggunakan metode dry-mixing. Konsentrasi tepung albumin daging ikan mas yang digunakan sebesar 10% dan albumin daging sebesar 5%. Parameter gizi yang diamati adalah komposisi proksimat, asam amino, dan asam lemak. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa komposisi kimia MP-ASI meliputi kadar protein (21,8%), lemak (17,5%), dan karbohidrat (45%). Asam amino essensial dan non essensial tertinggi, yaitu arginin sebesar 14,64% dan lisin sebesar 26,91%. Asam lemak tertinggi pada MP-ASI, yaitu asam linoleat sebesar 68,98% yang sangat diperlukan selama masa tumbuh kembang anak. Formulasi MP-ASI berbasis tepung dan albumin ikan menghasilkan MP-ASI yang sesuai standar kecukupan energi.
Karakteristik fisikokimia kerupuk produk UKM Kabupaten Kutai Kartanegara
Authors: Asikin Andi Noor , Diachanty Seftylia , Rusdin Ilmiani 
Published: May 2024

Kerupuk merupakan camilan atau pelengkap makanan utama yang diproduksi dari ikan dan udang. Sumberdaya ikan Kabupaten Kutai Kartanagera yang melimpah memberi peluang usaha bagi UKM untuk membuat olahan kerupuk ikan dan udang. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menentukan karakteristik fisikokimia kerupuk dengan perbedaan bahan baku produksi UKM terbaik berdasarkan SNI. Sampel kerupuk yang diperoleh dari UKM terdiri atas 4 jenis, yaitu kerupuk ikan pipih, kerupuk ikan haruan, kerupuk udang, dan kerupuk ikan bandeng. Parameter yang dianalisis meliputi proksimat, warna, daya kembang, daya serap minyak, dan higroskopisitas. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa perbedaan bahan baku kerupuk berpengaruh nyata (p<0,05) pada semua parameter uji. Komposisi kimia yang dihasilkan yaitu kadar air 9,99-12,91%, protein 6,63-7,90%, lemak 1,49-2,63%, abu 2,93-3,92%, dan karbohidrat 73,90-77,52%. Kerupuk memiliki nilai L* nilai 38,76-49,06, a* 3,39-3,52, b* 14,46-18,74 dan derajat putih 38,76-49,06%. Daya serap minyak 28,32-45,04%, daya kembang 35,26-40,09%, dan higroskopisitas selama 6 jam 4,77-5,70%. Sampel kerupuk udang memenuhi syarat mutu SNI terbaik (Grade II), dibandingkan kerupuk ikan pipih, ikan haruan, dan ikan bandeng (Grade III).
Specifics of regional recurrences in lateral tissue of the neck after surgical treatment of highly differentiated thyroid cancer
Authors: Gogieva E. Kh. , Romanov I. S. , Bokhyan V. Yu. , Gadzhieva K. R. 
Published: May 2024

Introduction: Despite the fact that highly differentiated thyroid cancer is included in the group of malignant neoplasms with a favorable prognosis, data on the high frequency and recurrence of relapses are reported. The presence of metastatic lymph nodes in HDTC increases the risk of regional relapse by up to 27 %. According to the literature, the factors that increase the risk of recurrence are: histological type, stage, depth of extrathyroid invasion, the presence of metastatic lymph nodes, age, and the volume of primary surgical intervention. Lateral neck dissection should be performed in patients with morphologically verified metastatic thyroid cancer, but there is still no clear consensus on the volume of dissection. Aim: Assessment of factors affecting the risk of regional recurrence in the lateral neck tissue and the localization of recurrence. Materials and methods: The study included 56 patients with HDTC, in whom metastatic lateral neck nodes were identified and verified. All patients previously underwent unilateral or bilateral neck lymph node dissection in various institutions. During the period of dynamic follow-up, these patients revealed regional recurrences in the lateral tissue of the neck. The patients were observed and treated for recurrence at the N. N. Blokhin National Medical Research Center of Oncology of the Ministry of Health of Russia. Results: Age over 55 years is a prognostically significant factor affecting the frequency of regional relapse in the lateral neck tissue (p = 0.002). The presence of metastatic nodes in the lateral tissue of the neck at the initial treatment is a prognostically significant factor that increases the risk of regional recurrence in the lateral tissue of the neck (p = 0.017). According to the results of a single-factor analysis, a statistically significant effect of the stage on the risk of regional relapses in the lateral neck tissue was noted (p = 0.014). In 35.7 % of cases, recurrent nodes were localized in the level V. Conclusion: Main risk factors for relapse are clinico-morphological, such as age, aggressive type of HDTC, stage of the disease, N1b status after primary surgery, as well as technical defects during primary surgical treatment.