bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Measuring unequal distribution of pandemic severity across census years, variants of concern and interventions
Authors: Nguyen Quang Dang , Chang Sheryl L. , Jamerlan Christina M. , Prokopenko Mikhail 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Background
The COVID-19 pandemic stressed public health systems worldwide due to emergence of several highly transmissible variants of concern. Diverse and complex intervention policies deployed over the last years have shown varied effectiveness in controlling the pandemic. However, a systematic analysis and modelling of the combined effects of different viral lineages and complex intervention policies remains a challenge due to the lack of suitable measures of pandemic inequality and nonlinear effects.

Methods
Using large-scale agent-based modelling and a high-resolution computational simulation matching census-based demographics of Australia, we carried out a systematic comparative analysis of several COVID-19 pandemic scenarios. The scenarios covered two most recent Australian census years (2016 and 2021), three variants of concern (ancestral, Delta and Omicron), and five representative intervention policies. We introduced pandemic Lorenz curves measuring an unequal distribution of the pandemic severity across local areas. We also quantified pandemic biomodality, distinguishing between urban and regional waves, and measured bifurcations in the effectiveness of interventions.

Results
We quantified nonlinear effects of population heterogeneity on the pandemic severity, highlighting that (i) the population growth amplifies pandemic peaks, (ii) the changes in population size amplify the peak incidence more than the changes in density, and (iii) the pandemic severity is distributed unequally across local areas. We also examined and delineated the effects of urbanisation on the incidence bimodality, distinguishing between urban and regional pandemic waves. Finally, we quantified and examined the impact of school closures, complemented by partial interventions, and identified the conditions when inclusion of school closures may decisively control the transmission.

Conclusions
Public health response to long-lasting pandemics must be frequently reviewed and adapted to demographic changes. To control recurrent waves, mass-vaccination rollouts need to be complemented by partial NPIs. Healthcare and vaccination resources need to be prioritised towards the localities and regions with high population growth and/or high density.
Surgical treatment of left ventricular aneurysm in patients with prior myocardial infarction in the absence of obstructive coronary artery disease (MINOCA): a cohort study
Authors: Song Yangwu , Xu Fei , Feng Wei 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Background
There is a paucity of studies examining the treatment of patients with prior myocardial infarction in the absence of obstructive coronary arteries (MINOCA) and with a concomitant left ventricular aneurysm. Our study aims to illustrate the clinical characteristics and report the mid-term surgical outcomes in this distinct entity.

Methods
Ten patients with MINOCA and left ventricular aneurysm were investigated. The MINOCA was diagnosed according to Scientific Statement from the American Heart Association. The indication for left ventricular reconstruction was as follows: clear evidence of both an aneurysmal and akinetic left ventricle with a history of myocardial infarction accompanied by heart failure symptoms, angina, or ventricular arrhythmias. Major adverse cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events (MACCE), including death, myocardial infarction, stroke was considered the primary endpoints.

Results
The median follow-up for the whole study population was 64.5 months. Seven MINOCA patients developed a left ventricular aneurysm within 4 years and three MINOCA patients were found to have a concomitant left aneurysm at the first admission. Before surgery, no patients were prescribed angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors. Statins, dual antiplatelet therapy, and β-blockers were prescribed in 2, 5, and 5 patients, respectively. After surgery, no MACCE occurred in the follow-up. There was a significant increase in ejection fraction (EF) in the follow-up (p = 0.0009).

Conclusions
Close monitoring and standard medical treatment are required before a left ventricular aneurysm occurs in MINOCA patients. Left ventricular reconstruction remains a viable option for MINOCA patients with left ventricular aneurysms and mid-term outcomes were satisfying in this distinct entity.
Course of an unplanned and unexpected pregnancy in a 39 year-old patient with Complex bladder extrophy: a case report
Authors: Schrey-Petersen Susanne , Lacher Martin , Stepan Holger 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
Background
With improved operative techniques pregnancy rates have been rising in patients with anomalies of the extrophy-epispadias-complex, including also female patients with bladder extrophy. Specific risks around pregnancy need to be addressed sufficiently beforehand.

Case presentation
An unplanned pregnancy was detected at 34 weeks in a 39-year old White female patient with former complex bladder extrophy. Decades after her operation she had not received any follow-up medical care and believed to be unable to conceive due to her anomaly. Thus no contraceptive matters were taken. The patient had lived in a stable relationship with regular sexual intercourse for many years. Until 34 weeks the pregnancy was uncomplicated, but then uterine prolapse and signs of beginning pre-eclampsia appeared, and a healthy girl was born with cesarean section.

Conclusion
As patients with bladder extrophy and other anomalies from the extrophy-epispadias-complex reach adolescence/adulthood, they need continuous medical follow-up and transition of care to adult surgery and gynecology in order to address specific aspects of sexual health, reproduction, contraception, and also cancer screening. In the presented case lack of transition of care resulted in an unplanned and complicated pregnancy.
Uric acid, neuroendocrine-immune complex and metabolism: relationships
Authors: Popovych Igor , Bombushkar Igor , Żukow Xawery , Kovalchuk Halyna 
Published: October 2023

Background. During the implementation of the project "Physiological activity of uric acid", our group discovered four variants of the combination of levels of uricemia and uricosuria in patients with chronic pyelonephritis in the remission phase, which are accompanied by characteristic constellations of parameters of the central and autonomic nervous, endocrine, and immune systems, as well as the exchange of nitrogenous metabolites and electrolytes, the levels of which correlate with uricemia and/or uricosuria. The aim of this study is to clarify the relationship between parameters of uric acid exchange and neuroendocrine-immune complex as well as other metabolites. Materials and methods. Under an observations were 34 males (23-70 years) and 10 females (33-76 years) with chronic pyelonephritis in the phase of remission. The main object of the study was serum and urine levels of uric acid. Other metabolic, endocrine and immune parameters were determined in the same blood and urine samples. In addition, EEG and HRV was recorded almost synchronously. Results. Among all registered parameters, 28 were identified as characteristic of the four variants of uric acid metabolism. The discriminant model includes, in addition to uricosuria and uricemia by definition, 10 neuroendocrine, 5 immune, and 6 metabolic parameters, as well as bacteriuria, Bifidobacteria of feces, entropy of immunocytogram and Popovych’s leukocytogram strain index. According to the results of the canonical correlation analysis, it was established that balneotherapy-induced concomitant changes in uricosuria and uricemia positively determine changes in, first, the PSD of the theta-rhythm in the T3 locus and beta-rhythm in the O2 locus aa well as HRV-markers of vagal tone and sympatho-vagal balance; secondly – diuresis and excretion of urea, magnesium, sodium, phosphates, calcium, potassium and chloride, as well as calciumemia and magnesiumemia; thirdly – serum IgG and CIC. Instead, changes in cortisolemia and testosteroneemia as well as TNF-alpha and the intensity of Staph. aureus phagocytosis are subject to negative determination. In general, the rate of uric acid determination of the dynamics of the listed parameters of the body is 96%. Conclusion. The uric acid molecule, as a structural analog of methylxanthines and adenosine, exerts effects on neurons, endocrinocytes, and immunocytes, presumably through their adenosine receptors, and the metabolic effects of uric acid are the consequences of its neuro-endocrine effects.
Criminal law protection of the child against parental trolling
Authors: Kamińska-Nawrot Aneta Zofia 
Published: October 2023

Cel pracyCelem niniejszego artykułu jest analiza wybranych instrumentów prawnych, mających za zadanie ochronę dziecka przed nowym zjawiskiem zwanym parental trollingiem, które polega ono na rozpowszechnianiu przez rodziców w mediach społecznościowych kompromitujących ich dziecko zdjęć i filmów celem zyskania popularności, a także zwalczanie tego zjawiska poprzez jego penalizację.Materiał i metodyW niniejszej publikacji przeprowadzono analizę piśmiennictwa, orzecznictwa, aktów prawnych, w tym w szczególności przepisów kodeksu karnego, regulujących poszczególne czyny zabronione, które mogą mieć zastosowanie wobec rodzica (ów) stosującego wobec swojego dziecka cyberprzemoc w postaci parental trollingu.WynikiPrzeprowadzona analiza potwierdza, iż ustawodawca nie uregulował wprost zachowania parental trollingu. Taki stan rzeczy może powodować trudności w ocenie karnej tego zachowania, dlatego konieczne są zmiany legislacyjne w tym zakresie.WnioskiWnioski de lege ferenda w zakresie rozbudowania ustawowych znamion przestępstwa dotyczącego utrwalania i rozpowszechniania wizerunku dziecka (nie tylko nagiego) oraz wprowadzenie typu kwalifikowanego przewidującego surowszą karę w sytuacji targnięcia się dziecka na własne życie.
Contemporary challenges of the information society
Authors: Grądzki Waldemar 
Published: October 2023

Cel pracyCelem pracy jest analiza zachodzących, w sposób niezwykle dynamiczny, zmian w postrzeganiu społeczeństwa informacyjnego. Z jednej strony mamy do czynienia z olbrzymim postępem technicznym i technologicznym, który spowodowany jest automatyzacją i robotyzacją w kontekście IV rewolucji przemysłowej (Przemysł 4.0), a z drugiej gwałtownym rozwojem komunikacji interpersonalnej i korporacyjnej, w dobie społeczeństwa opartego na wiedzy, wykorzystującego różnorodne źródła informacji epoki konektywizmu.Materiał i metodyZastosowaną metodę pogłębionej analizy źródeł informacji, poprzez analizę porównawczą publikacji polskich i zagranicznych autorów, a także analizę wystąpień i publikacji na Kongresie Obywatelskim z 2022 r. Pomocniczo wykorzystano publikowane materiały i akty prawne Komisji Europejskiej.WynikiDokonana analiza porównawcza różnych źródeł informacji wykazała, że rozwój społeczeństwa informacyjnego odbywa się na wielu płaszczyznach, przy czym kierunki tego dynamicznego rozwoju dotyczą głównie wykorzystania nowych zastosowań technologii teleinformatycznych, a także znaczący rozwój wykorzystania rozwiązań z zakresu wirtualnej i rozszerzonej rzeczywistości oraz elementów sztucznej inteligencji i Internetu Rzeczy.WnioskiNa pytanie: dokąd zmierzamy, realizując idee społeczeństwa opartego na wiedzy, starało się już odpowiedzieć wielu autorów. Raporty Banku Światowego i IBM wskazują, że w wyniku gwałtownych przemian gospodarczych , najprawdopodobniej nastąpi: rozwój różnych form komunikacji werbalnej i wizyjnej pomiędzy pracownikami, pracownikami i maszynami (robotami humanoidalnymi i przemysłowymi - automatami), a także zastępowanie dotychczasowych form komunikacji międzyludzkiej poprzez komunikację z wirtualnymi avatarami pracowników.
Morphophysiology, biochemical, and yielding characteristics of Chinese cabbage due to formulation and concentration of nutrient solution in hydroponic culture
Authors: Siahaan Ferlist Rio , Tampubolon Koko , Pardede Erika 
Published: October 2023

Hydroponic solution from agricultural organic waste can be used as an alternative to chemical solutions and strongly increases the growth and yield of Chinese cabbage plants. This study was to obtain formulations, concentrations, and their interactions that have the potential to increase the agronomic, physiological, biochemical, and yielding characteristics of Chinese cabbage in hydroponic culture. This study was conducted from September to November 2022 using a randomized block design with two factors and three replications. The first factor was the formulation of organic nutrient solutions (F1= banana peels+bean sprouts+eggshells; F2= banana humps+onion peels+bean sprouts+moringa leaves; F3= moringa leaves+onion peels+bean sprouts; F4=AB mix as a comparison). The second factor was the concentrations (600; 900; 1,200; 1,500 ppm). Data were analyzed using ANOVA and proceeded with the Duncan at P<0.05. The results showed that formulations F3 and F2 significantly increased Mg and chlorophyll b levels while formulation F1 increased nitrate and flavonoids. The concentrations ranged from 1,200 to 1,500 ppm showed the highest yield and shoot fresh weight were 2.86 kg m-2 year-1 and 30.70 g. The F3C4 interaction was highly recommended to increase the yield of Chinese cabbage by 2.68 kg m-2 year-1 compared to the other liquid organic fertilizers and it could be used as a substitute for using liquid chemical fertilizers in hydroponic culture.
Voluntary assisted dying and euthanasia’s perpetual pendulum in Australia
Authors: Wagner Anne 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
This paper delves into the intricate relationship between euthanasia and the perpetual pendulum concept, which challenges conventional linear understandings of time and legal principles. Examining euthanasia through the perpetual pendulum concept, inspired by Deleuze and Guattari’s rhizome theory, underscores that the acceptance or prohibition of euthanasia is deeply intertwined with evolving societal values and conceptual frameworks. It advocates for adaptable legal interpretations and an acknowledgment of the relative nature of time, allowing for the reevaluation and reinterpretation of legal principles in response to changing perspectives. The legal landscape of euthanasia in Australia, with varying state laws and potential conflicts with federal statutes, serves as a compelling case study. It emphasizes the ongoing need for discussion, adaptation, and ethical introspection to balance individual autonomy with broader legal and ethical considerations in the context of end-of-life care.
On duality principles and related convex dual formulations suitable for local and global non-convex variational optimization
Authors: Botelho Fabio Silva 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
This article develops duality principles, a related convex dual formulation and primal dual formulations suitable for the local and global optimization of non convex primal formulations for a large class of models in physics and engineering. The results are based on standard tools of functional analysis, calculus of variations and duality theory. In particular, we develop applications to a Ginzburg–Landau type equation. Other applications include primal dual variational formulations for a Burger’s type equation and a Navier–Stokes system. We emphasize the novelty here is that the first dual variational formulation developed is convex for a primal formulation which is originally non-convex. Finally, we also highlight the primal dual variational formulations presented have a large region of convexity around any of their critical points.
The Rise of Learning Pods: Civil Society’s Expanding Role in K-12 Education in the United States
Authors: Andersson Fredrik O. , Willems Jurgen 
Published: October 2023

Abstract
This research note illuminates the ascent of so-called “learning pods”, a concept and phenomenon with close connections to civil society that rose to prominence during the COVID-19 pandemic. We begin by characterizing and positioning learning pods in the diverse U.S. K-12 educational landscape. Next, participation in, and intent to form/join, learning pods are depicted by reporting on secondary data from a population poll among a national sample of U.S. adults since the start of the 2020 academic school year to December 2021. The second half of the research note discusses how learning pods can help garner useful insights to existing nonprofit research and theory.
К ВОПРОСУ ОБ ОХРАНОСПОСОБНОСТИ ТЕАТРАЛЬНОЙ ПОСТАНОВКИ КАК ОБЪЕКТА ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ
Authors: НИКИТИНА Екатерина Игоревна 
Published: October 2023

Настоящее исследование посвящено проблемам современного понимания сущности театральной постановки как самостоятельного объекта авторского права, обладающего признаками индивидуального охраноспособного сложносоставного произведения. В статье проанализированы современные подходы к формированию единого термина «театральная постановка» и его разграничению со смежными терминами, такими как «театрально-зрелищное произведение». Проведен системный анализ места понятия «театральная постановка» в системе современного российского права интеллектуальной собственности, а также определены проблемные вопросы многоаспектного характера правоотношений в рамках театральной деятельности. Поднимается спорный вопрос о том, кто является лицом, организовавшим создание сложного объекта, и какой правовой режим может быть применен к такому лицу. В результате проведенного исследования автор приходит к выводу о том, что театральная постановка как сложный объект авторского права, соответствующий критериям охраноспособности, должен иметь соответствующий механизм правовой охраны.
Strengthening community health worker program in Belize
Authors: Oladeji Olusola , Beer Natalia Largaespada , Baitwabusa Angella Edith , Cho Kathleen Azueta 
Published: October 2023

Community health workers (CHWs) have been identified as effective workforce that can improve access to primary health care particularly for underserved and hard to reach populations. The contributions of CHWs have not been limited to low-income countries. More recently, the use of CHWs has attracted attention in some high-income countries where despite more developed health systems there are large inequities in healthcare access and outcomes amongst different population groups. Belize is an upper middle-income country located in Central America and its health system is based on a primary health care model with community health workers actively involved in health service delivery. A descriptive study through review of grey literature detailing the process for strengthening the community health worker program in the country using the Community Health Worker Assessment and Improvement Matrix (CHW AIM) tool. The results were thematically analysed based on Community Health Worker Assessment and Improvement Matrix (CHW AIM) conceptual framework on factors influencing the performance of community health worker program. Community health workers in Belize are recognized as part of the formal health system with policy and strategy in place that define their roles, tasks, relationship to the health system. They are provided with monthly financial incentives, opportunities for further studies, career advancement and employment opportunities within the health system. The study contributes to the existing literature on strengthening of community health worker program to enhance the primary health care system and build a more resilient health system for better preparedness and response for future pandemics with focus on an upper middle income country.
The role of thread embedding acupuncture in the management of nasolabial fold: A Case Report
Authors: Teja Yolanda , Wahdini Sri , Jusuf Ahmad Aulia 
Published: October 2023

Background: Aging occurs in all organs, including the skin. As the largest organ of the body, wrinkles on the skin show signs of aging that are visible and affect appearance. Thread embedding acupuncture (akupunktur tanam benang/ATB) is one of acupuncture methods used in various cases, including aesthetics. This case report describes the role of ATB in the management of nasolabial folds (NLF).
Case Illustration: A 45-year-old woman came complaints of deep and long smile lines. On physical examination, the NLF length (measured with digital vernier caliper) right/left: 34.15/30.3 mm; Wrinkle severity rating scale (WSRS) right/left: 3/3. ATB was given once and the results were observed until week 12. The best results were obtained at week 12 of follow-up (NLF: 22.00/21.46 mm; WSRS: 2/2)
Conclusion: NLF improvement in ATB is getting better over time. Further clinical trials are needed to determine the effectiveness of ATB in improving NLF.
Keywords: Thread embedding acupuncture; Wrinkle; Aesthetic acupuncture
city branding, media sosial City Branding Pariwisata dalam Media Sosial
Authors: Muslimah Tikka 
Published: October 2023

Semakin meningkatnya teknologi informasi dan komunikasi dapat dimanfaatkan oleh sebuah kota atau wilayah untuk melakukan aktivitas city branding. Salah satunya yaitu pemanfaatan media sosial yang dapat menjadi peluang sebagai media penyebaran pesan city branding. Pesan city branding yang disampaikan dapat membentuk identitas sebuah kota serta menciptakan citra yang ingin disampaikan kepada publik. Upaya city branding yang dilakukan terutama untuk kepentingan pariwisata yaitu menarik pengunjung atau wisatawan sehingga berdampak positif terhadap perekonomian daerah. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pemanfaatan media sosial dalam city branding untuk meningkatkan pariwisata. Pendekatan dalam penelitian ini yaitu kualitatif dengan metode literature review. Hasil penelitian menunjukan media sosial yang paling banyak digunakan dalam aktivitas city branding pariwisata adalah instagram. Media sosial menjadi pilihan media dalam aktivitas city branding pariwisata karena dianggap praktis, memiliki biaya yang terjangkau serta mampu menjangkau khalayak banyak. Media sosial dianggap cukup efektif dalam meningkatkan pariwisata di beberapa kota atau wilayah. Media sosial juga mampu memperkenalkan identitas sebuah kota seperti tagline yang khusus diciptakan untuk menggambarkan sebuah kota atau wilayah. Namun juga terdapat kegagalan karena kurangnya pengelolaan media digital yang digunakan. Sehingga diharapkan perlu pengelolaan yang lebih serius dan dukungan dari berbagai pihak dalam memanfaatkan media sosial dalam city branding untuk meningkatkan pariwisata.
Kata Kunci: city branding; media sosial; pariwisata; identitas, digital