bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Exploring Soil Quality Variations across Upper, Middle, And Lower Ganga Regions: Leveraging GIS &amp; Multivariate Statistical Methods to assess Organic Farming Viability
Authors: Balkrishna Acharya , Ghosh Sourav , Arya Vedpriya , Banerjee Srimoyee , Kaushik Ilika , Semwal Diksha , Monika  , Surendran U 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

To assess the viability of organic farming by analyzing various characteristics, 26 soil samples were gathered from five states in three Indo-Gangetic regions for the current study. With a median pH of 6.7 and electrical conductivity ranging from 85.27 µs/cm to 425.63 µs/cm, the sites from Upper Ganga Region (UGR) showed favorable soil conditions, leading to higher Soil Quality Index values (0.68 to 0.75; p < 0.05). On the other hand, the Lower Ganga Region (LGR) exhibited neutral to slightly alkaline pH of 7.7, greater EC levels (421.89 µs/cm to 690.75 µs/cm), and lower SQI values (0.55 to 0.62; p < 0.05). The UGR had the highest nitrogen levels (153.87 kg/ha to 172.64 kg/ha; p < 0.05), while the Middle Ganga Region (MGR) had higher amounts of phosphorus (18.76 kg/ha to 24.59 kg/ha; p < 0.05) and potassium (204.15 kg/ha to 235.78 kg/ha). The amounts of each nutrient varied widely. The LGR exhibited higher levels of zinc (range: 48.26 mg/kg to 55.94 mg/kg) and lead (6.25 mg/kg to 8.31 mg/kg; p < 0.05) in comparison to the UGR and MGR, however the concentrations of heavy metals varied. In conclusion, organic farming is feasible along the Ganga basin region; however, because of its favorable soil conditions and higher SQI values, the UGR may be a better location for it, while the MGR & LGR might need more intensive soil management techniques to reduce the risk of contamination and promote sustainable organic farming practices.
Advancing Skin Cancer Detection: Harnessing the Power of CNNs
Authors: Santos Dheiver Francisco 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
The CNN model, based on YOLOv8.1.29, achieved an average classification accuracy of 53% across all classes. Higher confidence levels were observed in correctly classifying certain categories like akiec, bcc, bkl, and df, while lower confidence levels were noted for mel, nv, and vasc classes. The precision-confidence curve highlighted areas for improvement, with teachers generally exhibiting higher confidence levels compared to students. The Precision-Recall Curve provided a detailed assessment of the model's performance across different skin cancer classes. Visual examples demonstrated the model's ability to accurately identify lesions of various types. Overall, the CNN-based approach shows promise for early skin cancer diagnosis, with potential for further improvement through refinement and validation studies.
Much ado about nothing - a meta-analysis of time spent playing video games and mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Kaczmarek Łukasz , Chwiłkowska Patrycja , Behnke Maciej , Drążkowski Dariusz 
Published: March 2024

Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic led to concerns about increased time spent playing video games and potential impacts on mental health. In this meta-analysis, we synthesized studies to quantify changes in gaming time during the pandemic and examine its association with positive and negative mental health metrics. We searched databases for studies published from March 2020 to December 2021 reporting gaming time and mental health positive (e.g., happiness, positive affect, relaxation) or negative (e.g., depression, anxiety, stress, loneliness, anger) indicators during the pandemic. We employed random effects meta-analyses with robust variance estimates. We accounted for potential moderators (e.g., world region). In 17 studies (26 effects, n = 18026), we found a small increase in time spent gaming during the pandemic versus pre-pandemic, d = 0.26, 95% CI [0.14, 0.37], p = .0004). In 22 studies (100 effects, n = 19752), gaming time was not associated with mental health (r = -0.03, 95% CI [-0.08, 0.02], p = .22), regardless of whether it was for well-being or ill-being measures. Moderator analyses indicated negligible differences across study characteristics (d < 0.20). These results highlight the need to carefully consider assumptions equating more gaming time with poorer (or improved) mental health during pandemics. They provide insights relevant to researchers, policymakers, educators, caregivers, and gamers. Our findings are crucial for further evidence-based public health policies and recommendations for gaming in possible future pandemics and lockdowns.
Impact of Consumer Digital Experience on Consumer Reliability in the Context of Indian Banking Sector
Authors: gupta vishnu 
Published: March 2024

Abstract

Digitalization has been transforming the banking sector in India, and it has brought about numerous changes in the way banks operate and serve customers. Our study paradigm, which is based on earlier studies defines Consumer Digital Experience as a formative latent construct that is determined by three factors: Digital Product Offerings, Digital Business Environment, and Frontline Equipment. In addition, and in keeping with other research, we think of Consumer Reliability as a single latent construct with distinct elements expressing its following aspects, word of mouth and satisfaction. This paper discusses the impact of the Consumer Digital Experience on consumer reliability in the Indian banking system. The main tool for analyzing the impact we use Exploratory factor Analysis to define our number of factors then we perform the Structural Equation Modeling to find the relationship between Consumer Digital Experience and consumer reliability in the banking sector. The results of the study confirm that Consumer Digital Experience has a very strong impact on consumer reliability especially the frontline digital equipment plays a crucial role in increasing consumer trust with respect to the current digital era while other factors also have an association with consumer reliability but at a very small level. Consumers are more concerned with the digital equipment installed in the banks.
Permukiman Megalitikum dan Budaya Kubur Batu di Kampung Nuabari, Desa Lenandareta, Kecamatan Paga, Kabupaten Sikka
Authors: Parera Yohanes Pieter Pedor , Boer Alexius 
Published: March 2024

Title: Megalithic Settlements and Rock Burial Culture in Nuabari Village, Lenandareta Village, Paga Sub-district, Sikka District
Technological developments have a broad impact on all elements of human life, including society's mindset and views. In the past, all activities in human life were carried out manually, but nowadays all human activities are carried out using modern technology and equipment. The impact of technological developments also reaches all residential areas of society. Modernization has become a lifestyle and part of urban society, whereas in rural areas it has only spread to certain aspects. This also happens in East Nusa Tenggara, especially in Nuabari Village, Sikka Regency, which is known as a megalithic village with a stone grave culture. The stone grave culture is a megalithic culture that is still maintained by the Lio tribe, an indigenous tribe that lives in Nuabari Village. The settlement pattern of Nuabari Village still reflects the megalithic residential layout pattern with several typical traditional houses and the placement of ceremonial courtyard areas. The influence of modernization cannot be separated from the lives of the people in Nuabari Village. The impact can be seen in the use of materials and modified forms in some of the residential buildings of the Nuabari Village community. This can raise concerns about the process of erosion of socio-cultural philosophical values which should be the attraction and cultural heritage of megaliths in the Kampung Nuabari settlement.
Developing an innovative machine learning model for rainfall prediction in a semi-arid region
Authors: Latif Sarmad Dashti , Mohammed Dyar Othman , Jaafar Alhassan 
Published: March 2024

ABSTRACT
Due to global climate change, managing water resources is one of the most critical challenges for most countries in the world, especially in the Middle East. In the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI), there is a good amount of precipitation, surface water, and groundwater, but the main issue is mismanagement of those sources. Rainfall is one of the major sources of water resources in KRI. In order to manage the available water resources and prevent natural disasters such as floods and droughts, there is a need for reliable models for forecasting rainfall. The current study focuses on developing a hybrid model, namely seasonal autoregressive integrated moving average combined with an artificial neural network (SARIMA-ANN) for forecasting monthly rainfall at Sulaymaniyah City for the duration of 1938–2012. For comparison purposes, a conventional machine learning model, namely artificial neural networks (ANN) has been applied on the same data. Two different statistical measurements, namely, root mean square error (RMSE) and coefficient of determination (R2), have been used to check the accuracy of the proposed models. According to the findings, SARIMA-ANN outperformed ANN with RMSE = 11.5, RMSE = 51.002, R2 = 0.98, R2 = 0.43, respectively. The findings of the current study could contribute to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6.
Assessment of microbial water treatment by direct solar radiation disinfection approach
Authors: Kopesa Firaol Bedada , Feye Miliyon Dida , Dechasa Ashenafi , Worku Mezgebu Geme , Sorsa Oftau 
Published: March 2024

ABSTRACT
The solar sterilization treatment innovation method can be implemented within households to address water pollution, especially those contaminants caused by microorganisms that may lead to waterborne illnesses. During review, water sources in the local area were assessed for turbidity and microbial quality. It was found that river water had turbidity levels of less than 30 NTU (Nephelometric Turbidity Units) during the dry season and typically up to 50 NTU during the wet season. This review aimed to understand the impact of these findings on the local area and its technological context. This study researched the utilization of sun-based radiation to clean the microbial mass tracked down in untreated water. Temperature and length of the openness are the two normal factors that were distinguished. The first water with a microbial heap of 40–55 (CFU) was presented to solar radiation at a temperature of above 44.5 °C outcome 0 (CFU) at the openness season of 6 h. The size and kind of materials utilized for this process were PET bottles of 1.5 L capacity with a half-dark tone. The factual examination at a 95% certainty information stretch has a p-value of &lt;0.0001.
REDES DE INOVAÇÃO E DE CONHECIMENTO
Authors: Diniz Daniele Guimarães , Castro Cleber Carvalho de 
Published: March 2024

Os laboratórios de inovação governamentais no Brasil desempenham uma função essencial na promoção de abordagens inovadoras diante dos complexos desafios inerentes ao setor público. Essas entidades surgem como catalisadores de mudança em um contexto marcado por barreiras significativas à inovação, tais como aversão ao erro, resistência institucional e obstáculos burocráticos. Através da aplicação de metodologias emergentes e uma ênfase na experimentação, os laboratórios como o GNova adotam uma estrutura de rede que facilita a colaboração interdisciplinar e o aprendizado coletivo, visando aprimorar a eficiência e a qualidade dos serviços públicos. Este artigo concentra-se especificamente no GNova, representando uma iniciativa governamental paradigmática, para analisar sua contribuição no aperfeiçoamento da administração pública e na solução de questões sociais prementes. A metodologia empregada neste estudo incluiu a revisão de literatura secundária e análise documental referente às operações do GNova, complementada por relatórios de impacto gerados pela própria instituição. Os achados deste estudo revelam que o referido laboratório efetivou projetos notáveis em seus principais eixos operacionais figurando como um exemplo de boas práticas. Como resultado, conclui-se que a adoção de redes, como o GNova, é crucial para transcender os obstáculos à inovação e assegurar a disseminação do conhecimento e da aprendizagem no sucesso dos esforços de modernização administrativa. Assim, este estudo contribui positivamente ao debate teórico sobre a importância da cultura de inovação focada nas pessoas e nas redes de colaboração.
Enhancement of Oral Bioavailability of Protein and Peptide by
Polysaccharide-based Nanoparticles
Authors: Islam Md. Moidul , Raikwar Sarjana 
Published: March 2024

Abstract:
Oral drug delivery is a prevalent and cost-effective method due to its advantages, such
as increased drug absorption surface area and improved patient compliance. However, delivering
proteins and peptides orally remains a challenge due to their vulnerability to degradation by digestive
enzymes, stomach acids, and limited intestinal membrane permeability, resulting in poor bioavailability.
The use of nanotechnology has emerged as a promising solution to enhance the bioavailability
of these vital therapeutic agents. Polymeric NPs, made from natural or synthetic polymers,
are commonly used. Natural polysaccharides, such as alginate, chitosan, dextran, starch, pectin,
etc., have gained preference due to their biodegradability, biocompatibility, and versatility in encapsulating
various drug types. Their hydrophobic-hydrophilic properties can be tailored to suit
different drug molecules.
Targeting Hypertension: A Review on Pathophysiological Factors and Treatment Strategies
Authors: Raj Ruhani , Garg Minakshi , Kaur Anupreet 
Published: March 2024

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Hypertension is one of the primary causes of cardiovascular diseases and death, with a
higher prevalence in low- and middle-income countries. The pathophysiology of hypertension remains
complex, with 2% to 5% of patients having underlying renal or adrenal disorders. The rest
are referred to as essential hypertension, with derangements in various physiological mechanisms
potentially contributing to the development of essential hypertension. Hypertension elevates the
risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) events (coronary heart disease, heart failure, and stroke) and
mortality. First-line therapy for hypertension is lifestyle change, which includes weight loss, a balanced
diet that includes low salt and high potassium intake, physical exercise, and limitation or
elimination of alcohol use. Blood pressure-lowering effects of individual lifestyle components are
partially additive, enhancing the efficacy of pharmaceutical treatment. The choice to begin antihypertensive
medication should be based on the level of blood pressure and the existence of a high
atherosclerotic CVD risk. First-line hypertension treatment includes a thiazide or thiazide-like diuretic,
an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor or angiotensin receptor blocker, and a calcium
channel blocker. Addressing hypertension will require continued efforts to improve access to diagnosis,
treatment, and lifestyle interventions.
Chemistry and Biology of Cyanides: A Literature Review
Authors: Muderawan I Wayan , Karyasa I Wayan , Tika I Nyoman , Beni Widana Gede Agus 
Published: March 2024

The term cyanide is used to describe compounds that contain the cyano, -C≡N, group. The cyanides exist in nature as inorganic as well as organic compounds in the forms of gas or liquid such as HCN, CNCl and acetonitrile, or solids such as NaCN, KCN, and Ca(CN)2. Cyanide compounds are also found in addible plants as cyanogenic glycosides. Compounds that can release cyanide are known as cyanogenic compounds. HCN has a low boiling point (25.63 oC) and is as weakly acidic with a pKa 9.2. It partially ionizes in water to give the cyanide anion, -CN. Cyanide ion from salt reacts with acid to give HCN, but at high pH (8-10), it remains as cyanide ion even if the temperature of the water is 80.0-100.0 °C. Cyanide is one of the deadliest poisons, LC50 is 1.1 and 5.0 mg/kg for HCN and NaCN, which can cause death to those who come into contact within a few minutes or hours of exposure, depending on the level and route of exposure. It is a rapidly acting, potentially deadly chemical that interferes with the body’s ability to use oxygen. Due to its toxicity, cyanide has many roles in industry such as pesticides and medicines as nitrile-containing pharmaceuticals. Organic compounds that have a −C≡N functional group are called nitriles. Over 30 nitrile-containing pharmaceuticals are currently marketed for a diverse variety of medicinal indications with more than 20 additional nitrile-containing leads in clinical development. In addition, over 120 naturally occurring nitriles have been isolated from terrestrial and marine sources. In plants, cyanides are usually bound to sugar molecules in the form of cyanogenic glycosides. Hydrogen cyanide can be released from hydrolysis of cyanogenic glycosides which are commonly present in edible plants. Because it is a relatively common toxin in the environment, the body can detoxify a small amount of cyanide. The major route of metabolism for cyanides is detoxification in the liver by the mitochondrial enzyme rhodanese, which catalyzes the transfer of the sulfane sulfur of thiosulfate to the cyanide ion to form thiocyanate. Ingested cyanide may be countered by administering antidotes, such as natural vitamin B12 and sodium thiosulfate, that detoxify cyanide or bind to it.
The evaluation of village building program/thematic real work lecture (KKNT) MBKM’s implementation at UIN Sunan Kalijaga
Authors: Muyassaroh Muyassaroh , Sudiyatno Sudiyatno , Putro Nur Hidayanto Pancoro Setyo , Yunita Rahma , Syafiqurrahman Syafiqurrahman 
Published: March 2024

This study aims to determine the standards of MBKM Thematic KKN, how the implementation of this program at UIN Sunan Kalijaga, as well as to determine the gap between the existing standards and the form of implementation. This evaluation research uses the descrepancy evaluation model with a descriptive qualitative approach. Data collection in this study used interview techniques, documentation, and was equipped with an open questionnaire. The data sources in this study at the interview stage were 7 resource persons 1 Head of PPM UIN Sunan Kalijaga, 2 Field Supervisor (DPL), 2 heads of Study Programs and 2 students, as well as 33 students as respondents on the open questionnaire instrument. The content validity of the open questionnaire in this study received a value of 0.958, this value was obtained with 5 experts. Observation and documentation are also important data source instruments. Evaluation results in this study are in accordance with existing standards, the village development policy/KKNT for MBKM at UIN Sunan Kalijaga is a derivative policy called KKN conversion. The purpose of this conversion KKN is in line with KKNT, but there are various policy details that are changed according to the situation and conditions of UIN Sunan Kalijaga. The recommendation from this research is that the village development policy/KKNT MBKM can be implemented well in universities but adjusted to the situation and circumstances in each university.
Psychosocial impact of acne scarring: correlational study at Euderma Clinic Bali
Authors: Sari Ida Ayu Diah Purnama , Purnamayanti Ni Kadek Diah 
Published: March 2024

Purpose: Acne scars are abnormalities in the contour and color of the skin that occur due to acne vulgaris, caused by increased tissue formation or local tissue damage and loss, which often causes disability, especially on the face. Acne scars often cause aesthetic, psychological, social, and emotional problems. This is a challenge for doctors to carry out comprehensive treatment strategies including primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention efforts. This research aims to determine the correlation between psychosocial impact and acne scars at the Euderma Clinic.
Methods: The research method used was descriptive cross-sectional. The sampling technique used consecutive sampling, namely collecting participants who underwent acne scar management at the Euderma Clinic in the period May-July 2023. In this study, data collection was carried out using a questionnaire that included patient characteristics, acne history, and description of acne scars. The data was analyzed descriptively and correlatively for further data interpretation.
Results: Descriptive test results on 121 samples, mostly female (77.7%), mature (72.7%), had a history of untreated acne for > 12 months, (46.3%), and had a habit of squeezing. acne (53.7%), and the severity of acne pustules > 20 (51.9%). The appearance of acne scars is mostly mild (40.5%) and moderate (39.7%). The correlation test results show a close relationship between acne scars and psychosocial impacts.
Conclusion: The severity of acne scars in adults is mostly at the mild to moderate stage. Prevention efforts that can be taken are to carry out appropriate acne treatment so that inflammation does not prolong. Management of mild moderate acne scars can be done with laser procedures and subcision to increase patient confidence.
Calibration of Priority Points for Sensitization Status of Kidney Transplant Candidates in the United States
Authors: Schold Jesse. D. , Tambur Anat R. , Mohan Sumit , Kaplan Bruce 
Published: March 2024

Key Points

There are multiple factors associated with high sensitization levels among kidney transplant candidates, which differ by candidate sex.Since the initiation of the kidney allocation system, candidates with higher sensitization have higher rates of deceased donor transplantation.Priority points assigned to candidates associated with sensitization have led to inequities in access to deceased donor transplantation.

Background
A primary change to the national organ allocation system in 2014 for deceased donor kidney offers was to weight candidate priority on the basis of sensitization (i.e., calculated panel reactive antibody percentage [cPRA%]) using a sliding scale. Increased priority for sensitized patients could improve equity in access to transplantation for disadvantaged candidates. We sought to evaluate the effect of these weights using a contemporary cohort of adult US kidney transplant candidates.

Methods
We used the national Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients to evaluate factors associated with sensitization using multivariable logistic models and rates of deceased donor transplantation using cumulative incidence models accounting for competing risks and multivariable Cox models.

Results
We examined 270,912 adult candidates placed on the waiting list between January 2016 and September 2023. Six-year cumulative incidence of deceased donor transplantation for candidates with cPRA%=80–85 and 90–95 was 48% and 53%, respectively, as compared with 37% for candidates with cPRA%=0–20. In multivariable models, candidates with high cPRA% had the highest adjusted hazards for deceased donor transplantation. There was significant effect modification such that the association of high cPRA% with adjusted rates of deceased donor transplantation varied by region of the country, sex, race and ethnicity, prior dialysis time, and blood type.

Conclusions
The results indicate that the weighting algorithm for highly sensitized candidates may overinflate the need for prioritization and lead to higher rates of transplantation. Findings suggest recalibration of priority weights for allocation is needed to facilitate overall equity in access to transplantation for prospective kidney transplant candidates. However, priority points should also account for subgroups of candidates who are disadvantaged for access to donor offers.