bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Comparison of the traditional and block mode of delivery on undergraduate nursing students’ perceived levels of preparedness to use evidence-based practice: a two-group experimental study
Authors: Burton Trish A. , Gauci Sally A. , Heslop Liza M. , Andrew Sharon J. 
Published: January 2024

AbstractObjectivesTo examine how delivery time impacted on undergraduate nursing students’ preparedness for evidence-based practice (EBP) by comparing the traditional semester mode and block mode of delivery models.MethodsThis two-group experimental study compared the traditional semester and block modes of delivery using a self-reported questionnaire. The factor of time was the variable in relation to learning with the block mode delivery being in a compressed timeframe.ResultsFrom a purposive sample, 219 students participated in the self-reported questionnaire. There were only two significant differences were the block mode of delivery students responded less positively to the statements ‘the unit of study prepared them for knowledge and skills for EBP’ and ‘EBP should be discussed and shared in practice’.ConclusionsThe transition from the traditional semester mode to the block mode delivery has had minimal impact on undergraduate nursing students’ perceptions of EBP and its application to clinical practice.
Image feature extraction algorithm based on visual information
Authors: Xu Zhaosheng , Ahmad Suzana , Liao Zhongming , Xu Xiuhong , Xiang Zhongqi 
Published: January 2024

Abstract
Vision is the main sensory organ for human beings to contact and understand the objective world. The results of various statistical data show that more than 60% of all ways for human beings to obtain external information are through the visual system. Vision is of great significance for human beings to obtain all kinds of information needed for survival, which is the most important sense of human beings. The rapid growth of computer technology, image processing, pattern recognition, and other disciplines have been widely applied. Traditional image processing algorithms have some limitations when dealing with complex images. To solve these problems, some scholars have proposed various new methods. Most of these methods are based on statistical models or artificial neural networks. Although they meet the requirements of modern computer vision systems for feature extraction algorithms with high accuracy, high speed, and low complexity, these algorithms still have many shortcomings. For example, many researchers have used different methods for feature extraction and segmentation to get better segmentation results. Scale-invariant feature transform (SIFT) is a description used in the field of image processing. This description has scale invariance and can detect key points in the image. It is a local feature descriptor. A sparse coding algorithm is an unsupervised learning method, which is used to find a set of “super complete” basis vectors to represent sample data more efficiently. Therefore, combining SIFT and sparse coding, this article proposed an image feature extraction algorithm based on visual information to extract image features. The results showed that the feature extraction time of X algorithm for different targets was within 0.5 s when the other conditions were the same. The feature matching time was within 1 s, and the correct matching rate was more than 90%. The feature extraction time of Y algorithm for different targets was within 2 s. The feature matching time was within 3 s, and the correct matching rate was between 80 and 90%, indicating that the recognition effect of X algorithm was better than that of Y algorithm. It indicates the positive relationship between visual information and image feature extraction algorithm.
Polyvinylpyrrolidone-stabilised gold nanoparticle coatings inhibit blood protein adsorption
Authors: Tiyyagura Hanuma Reddy , Rudolf Rebeka , Bracic Matej 
Published: January 2024

Abstract
In this work, the ability of polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP)-stabilised gold nanoparticle (AuNP) coatings to inhibit blood protein adsorption was evaluated by studying time-resolved solid–liquid interactions of the coatings with the model blood protein bovine serum albumin (BSA). Inhibiting unspecific blood protein adsorption is of crucial importance for blood-contacting implant devices, e.g. vascular grafts, stents, artificial joints, and others, as a preventive strategy for bacterial biofilm formation. A quartz crystal microbalance was used in this work to coat the AuNPs on piezoelectric sensors and to follow time-resolved solid–liquid interactions with the proteins. The AuNP coatings were evaluated for their wettability by contact angle measurements, their surface morphology by light- and atomic force microscopy, and their chemical composition by energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy. Results revealed a homogeneous distribution of AuNPs on the sensor surface with a dry mass coverage of 3.37 ± 1.46 µg/cm2 and a contact angle of 25.2 ± 1.1°. Solid–liquid interaction studies by quartz crystal microbalance showed a high repellence of BSA from the PVP-stabilised AuNP coatings and the importance of the PVP in the mechanism of repellence. Furthermore, the conformation of the polymer on the coatings as well as its viscoelastic properties were revealed. Finally, the activated partial thrombin time test and fibrinogen adsorption studies revealed that the AuNPs do not accelerate blood coagulation and can partially inhibit the adhesion of fibrinogen, which is a crucial factor in the common blood coagulation cascade. Such AuNPs have the potential to be used in blood-contact medical applications.
FSLSM-Based Analysis of Student Performance Information in a Blended Learning Course Using Moodle LMS
Authors: Ait Daoud Mohammed , Namir Abdelwahed , Talbi Mohammed 
Published: January 2024

Abstract
Over the past decades, blended learning using a flipped classroom approach has become an increasingly important part of global learning development and has gradually revolutionized educational environments. However, in the online part, individual differences of learners are often not considered and treated in an equipollent way, neglecting their needs and personal characteristics, which results in a poor quality of the learning service. Thus the need to improve both the content of e-learning systems and their adaptability requires a careful examination of the direct behavior of students in distance learning platforms. Our study is based on a dataset from the FOAD_FSBM e-learning platform involved in the learning of Moroccan university students. This work is motivated by the fact that professors seek to better understand students’ learning styles, which are founded on the Felder and Silverman Learning Style Model (FSLSM) so that they can offer them adaptive and personalized courses. In this article, we first describe the basic environment of this study and the reasons that led us to choose the Moodle e-learning platform. We also present the format of the courses created to conduct our experiments, and its advantage in e-learning. Then, we highlight the development tools that we used to conduct our studies. Finally, we present the results of our statistical analyses in relation to the performance of the students.
La necesidad de una atención psicosocial de urgencia 24 horas, los 365 días al año en la ciudad de Gandía
Authors: Arroyo Salas Alba , Camús Jorques Desirée , Castillo Borredá Marta 
Published: January 2024

Resumen: Durante las urgencias y emergencias se producen situaciones de vulnerabilidad y desprotección de las personas afectadas y son, en ocasiones, el foco de la problemática social. El presente artículo, a través de tres informantes clave: una enfermera del Servicio de Atención Médica Urgente (SAMU) del SES de la Comunitat Valenciana de la unidad A101 de Gandía, un Policía Local de Gandía y la directora de Servicios Sociales del Ayuntamiento de Gandía; trata de valorar la necesidad de implantar un Servicio de Atención a Urgencias Psicosociales formado por trabajadores/as sociales y psicólogos/as que trabaje las 24 horas, los 365 días al año en conjunto con el Servicio de Atención a urgencias Psicosociales en la localidad valenciana de Gandía. Los resultados reflejan que la atención integral junto con servicios de atención a urgencias psicosociales no es todavía una realidad en Gandía, a diferencia de otras ciudades de España. La implantación de un Servicio de Atención a Urgencias Psicosociales que funcione 24h/365 días en Gandía requiere la voluntad de políticos y de los profesionales implicados, recursos económicos y recursos materiales, siendo el principal beneficiario de esta iniciativa el ciudadano.
Palabras Clave: emergencias extrahospitalarias, urgencias psicosociales, SAMU, Trabajo Social, Psicología, Servicios Sociales.
The Influence of Meaning in Life and Social Support on Resilience in Argentina, Colombia, Spain and Indonesia
Authors: Hernández Manuel , Luque Linares Candelaria , Negrín Plata Amanda , Ramírez Bejarano Jimmy , Romero Martín Patricia , Toledo Álvarez Alexia , Torbay Betancor Ángela , Suastra Made 
Published: January 2024

One of the fundamental purposes of the human being is to develop a full and meaningful life. Among the main sources to achieve this meaning in life is social support. Meaning in life is essential because, in addition contributes to achieving resilient coping with adversities that occur throughout life. This is a relevant research issue for social work and other social sciences. It involved 1,500 participants from Argentina, Colombia, Spain and Indonesia, who completed a booklet comprising Morgan and Farsides' (2009a, 2009b) Meaningful Life Measure (MLM), the Medical Outcome Study-Social Support Survey (MOS-SSS) by Sherbourne and Stewart (1991) and Connor-Davidson’s (2003) Resilience Scale (CD-RISC). The scales used have good psychometric properties. The factor analysis finds a five-factor structure for the meaning in life scale and two factors for the social support scale, while the resilience scale behaves as a unifactorial one. The structural model shows that social support influences both meaning in life and resilience in the face of adversity. A direct influence of social support on resilience is also observed.
Effect of sulfidic mine tailings used as mineral admixtures on the hydration of common and alternative cements
Authors: Martins N. P. , Helser J. , Plötze M. , Snellings R. , Habert G. 
Published: January 2024

AbstractIn this work, we investigate the use of pyrite-rich tailings from an operational mine as mineral admixture in different cement matrices [Portland cement, calcium aluminate cement (CAC), and calcium sulfoaluminate cement (CSA)]. Hydration and microstructure changes were studied on cement pastes produced with a 30 wt% replacement of cement with tailings, up to 200 days. Based on our results, the effect of the tailings on the hydration of Portland cement is limited to a physical effect, and no sulfide-induced degradation is observed. In the CAC and CSA pastes, minor mineral phases present in the tailings chemically react, leading to changes in the mineral phase composition of CAC and CSA hydrated pastes. In addition, in all cement pastes studied, and more effectively in the CSA pastes, most of the metal(loid)s contained in the tailings were safely immobilized. Cement chemistry notation: C: CaO; A: Al2O3; F: Fe2O3; S: SiO2; S̅: SO3; c: CO2; H: H2O.
Aspectos jurídico-políticos das práticas agrárias sustentáveis no âmbito do Mercosul para a segurança alimentar e cumprimento do Objetivo de Desenvolvimento Sustentável 2 (ODS 2)
Authors: Carvalho Neto Gil Ramos de , Quadrado Hebert Fabricio Tortorelli , Lourenço Welington Batista , Maniglia Elisabete 
Published: January 2024

RESUMO
O presente artigo objetiva explicitar como a segurança alimentar e a agricultura sustentável são tratadas no âmbito do Mercosul e como podem ser alcançadas, visando atender as metas da Agenda 2030 da Organização das Nações Unidas. Como metas específicas busca-se verificar se há tratamento da segurança alimentar nos objetivos institucionais do Mercosul; observar se há tratamento da agricultura sustentável nos objetivos institucionais do Mercosul e quais as possíveis implicações para os objetivos do bloco econômico. Além disso, procura-se analisar criticamente a segurança alimentar no Mercosul e sua relação com o Objetivo de Desenvolvimento Sustentável 2 da Agenda 2030. Para alcançar os objetivos, utiliza-se como metodologia a revisão da literatura, pois há a necessidade de identificar e compreender como a matéria é tratada pelo bloco econômico e qual sua convergência com os Objetivos de Desenvolvimento Sustentável, bem como o que seriam práticas agrárias sustentáveis. O estudo tem relevância pelo momento econômico mundial, o qual tende a elevar as desigualdades sociais, bem como pela necessidade de se estabelecerem mecanismos que reforcem a segurança alimentar de forma sustentável no âmbito internacional. Como resultado, verificou-se que a segurança alimentar é tratada de forma sucinta no âmbito do Mercosul e que as práticas agrárias sustentáveis são imprescindíveis para que o bloco econômico atinja seus próprios fins e também os do ODS 2. Essa conclusão deve servir como incentivo para o incremento da sustentabilidade na agricultura.
Evil and Guilt: on Original Sin and Ancestral Sin
Authors: López Cambronero Marcelo 
Published: January 2024

Since the times of Augustine, there has been a philosophical and theological debate on the inheritance of guilt on the interpretation of Original Sin. This debate turns on the early Church Fathers of the first centuries, signalled by the Neo-Patristic movement within the Orthodox Church in its accusations of heresy against the Catholic Church and proposing the very different notion of "Ancestral Sin". This paper will evaluate this debate and discuss the history of the Church Fathers, especially Augustine, and propose a new interpretation of the notion of "Original Sin" that offers an understanding of the nature of human beings and their relationship to evil without assuming the notion of the inheritance of guilt for the sin of Adam and Eve.
Una perspectiva del mal en la ciencia y en la tecnología
Authors: Lumbreras Sara 
Published: January 2024

La relación de la ciencia con el mal es poliédrica y compleja. Además de escoger el mal como objeto de estudio, podemos comprender la tecnociencia como un intento de superar el mal entendido como amenaza a la supervivencia. La ciencia respondería a la necesidad de comprender el mal y anticiparse a él, mientras que la tecnología sería el intento de limitarlo. Según algunos autores, principalmente en los contextos tecnooptimistas, la tecnociencia acabará superando toda escasez material y con ella también los males sociales. Además, podemos reconocer valores que subyacen al desarrollo científico pese a una apariencia de neutralidad que en ocasiones presenta tecnologías específicas como desarrollos al servicio del mal. La tecnociencia aparece también en el origen de estructuras de pecado que es importante comprender para poder superarlas. Comprender mejor las relaciones entre ciencia y mal puede ayudarnos a construir un programa tecnocientífico humanizador que nos acerque mejor a nuestros objetivos como sociedad.
Understanding the Homelessness Crisis and Responses in Bloomington, Indiana
Authors: McQuillan Josephine , Downey Rachel 
Published: January 2024

This study addresses the complex challenges of homelessness in Bloomington, Indiana. Beacon, Inc., a nonprofit based in Bloomington, plays a pivotal role in providing support to individuals experiencing homelessness in south-central Indiana. Beacon’s approach prioritizes immediate and barrier-free access to shelter and housing while eliminating stringent entry requirements. Beacon offers three distinct programs: Friend’s Place, an emergency shelter; Rapid Re-Housing, facilitating rapid transitions to stable housing; and Crawford Homes, providing permanent supportive housing.
This research, conducted in partnership with Beacon, employs a mixed-methods approach to examine homelessness in the city of Bloomington. It includes a literature review, quantitative data analysis from nationwide counts and Beacon’s programs, and interviews with Beacon staff to gain insights into the housing crisis and its unique dynamics in this community.
The results underscore the impact of Beacon’s programs in 2022 on individuals experiencing extreme poverty in Indiana’s Region 10, which consists of six south-central counties. Despite the success of these programs, challenges persist for individuals experiencing homelessness, particularly in combating chronic homelessness. Interviews with Beacon staff highlighted additional barriers to housing, including high rents, inflexible landlords, evictions, and entanglement with the criminal justice system.
This study suggests the need for diverse strategies, including expanding Housing First programs and supportive housing models, as well as long-term government housing subsidies for low-income renters. These solutions can reduce reliance on emergency shelters and work to prevent chronic/recurrent homelessness. By employing a mixed-methods research approach, this study offers valuable insights into homelessness and housing assistance programs, providing a foundation for future research aimed at addressing homelessness more comprehensively in Bloomington and similar communities.
Exploring the correlation between attendance and academic performance in physiology among phase 1st MBBS students: A comprehensive study
Authors: Rasool Qazi Imtiaz , Showkat Fahad Bin , Farooq Sheikh Umar , Gani Mursaleen 
Published: January 2024

: Regular attendance is a fundamental component of professionalism, especially in the context of medical schools. It involves consistently being present at a designated location and plays a crucial role in fostering the exploration of diverse skills deemed essential in the contemporary scientific landscape. Recent medical literature underscores a clear and mutually beneficial link between medical student attendance and academic achievement, particularly within the framework of the Competency-based curriculum introduced by the National Medical Commission (NMC). This curriculum prioritizes the development of necessary competence through mandatory clinical contact and skills. Despite the mandate imposed by medical universities, absenteeism remains a significant challenge in medical schools. University policies outline specific expectations, including reporting times, allowed break durations, and daily expected working hours, approved by the College Committee across all campuses. Emphasizing the importance of learning activities, the NMC requires attendance for all assessments, ranging from exams and Readiness Assurance Tests (RATs) to quizzes and Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs). The study was conducted in the Department of Physiology at GMC Baramulla and its associated hospitals. A total of 198 students from the 2019–20 batches of the first year MBBS, who participated in all internal assessments for both theory and practicals, were included in this study.: The retrospective observational study involved retrieving attendance and theory plus practical marks from all internal assessments conducted on 198 students of 2019–20 batches of first-year MBBS. Two groups were established on attendance: Group A &#60; 75% theory and &#60; 80% in practicals, and Group B &#62; 75% in theory and &#62; 80% in practicals, The mean marks were compared with their attendance. Karl Pearson correlation coefficient was utilized to assess the strength of the association between the two. Correlation studies were conducted based on gender and residence (hosteller vs. non-hosteller), revealing that female students and non-hostellers exhibited higher attendance and scores in both internal assessments and university examinations. Significantly higher marks in internal assessment and University examination were observed in students with high attendance percentage both in theory and practical’s.: There was a significant positive association between attendance and the performance of students in both theory and practical aspects of physiology among Phase 1st MBBS students.
Assessing the histomorphology, and microscopic composition of the triangular fibrocartilage complex [TFCC] of the wrist joint: A cadaveric observational study
Authors: Kumar V Dinesh , Rajaram Nandini 
Published: January 2024

TFCC, being a complicated structure, located on the ulnar side of the wrist is composed of multiple distinct anatomic entities which together play a critical role in wrist biomechanics. The anatomy of TFCC has not been extensively studied in the Indian population. To elucidate the microscopic anatomy and composition of the triangular fibrocartilage complex of the wrist joint using haematoxylin-eosin and Verhoff Van Gieson staining methods. Samples collected from 40 specimens (20 right and 20 left limbs) were placed in 10% neutral buffered formalin for fixation. Paraffin-embedded blocks were prepared and tissue sections were taken at 7-micron thickness. The slides were subjected to H&E and VVG staining following standardized protocol. The morphological structure of the seven components of triangular fibrocartilage complexes was assessed. The articular disc consisted of densely packed interlaced fibrocartilage with sparse blood vessels. Radioulnar ligaments showed densely-packed-parallel or interlaced- collagen-bundles. A mixture of tight and loose parallel tissue was observed in the sub-sheath of the extensor carpi ulnaris muscle, the ulnar-triquetral (UTL), and the ulnar-lunate ligament (ULL). Irregular morphological composition and loose connective tissue predominated in the ulnar-carpal meniscus (UCM). Blood vessels were observed in the epi-fascicular/ fascicular areas of the UTL, interstitial region of ULL and UCM. The microscopic anatomy of TFCC was complex owing to the varied nature of its entities. An understanding of the distribution of connective tissue, blood vessels, and elastic fibres would be of immense help in planning arthroscopic procedures.
Anatomical variations of the brachiocephalic artery and their clinical relevances: A cadaveric study of Ugandan population
Authors: Tito Andrew Emmanuel , Obeten Kebe Edet , Archibong Victor , Etukudo Ekon Monday , Mwabaleke Joseph Atupele , Usman Ibe Michael , Fernandez Mario Edgar 
Published: January 2024

The study examined variations in morphology and morphometry of the brachiocephalic artery and their clinical implications in dissected cadavers. Fifty-eight (58) adult cadavers, 57 males and 1 female were dissected to expose the brachiocephalic artery, and the morphological and morphometric variations were recorded.Fifty-one (51) cadavers (88%) had the BCA arising directly from the aortic arch while 7 cadavers (12%) had it originating from the common trunk with the left common carotid artery. The BCA arose on the left anterolateral to the trachea in 57 cadavers (98.3%) and one cadaver (1.7%) had it arising in the midline anterior to the trachea crossed the trachea from left to right terminating posterior to the right sternoclavicular joint where it bifurcated into the right subclavian and right common carotid artery in all cadavers. The mean lengths of the torsos and Brachiocephalic arteries were 45.78±2.93cm and 4.14±0.58cm respectively and the two parameters had statistically significant positive correlation (r=0.33, p&#60;0.05).: A majority of the Ugandan cadaveric population have brachiocephalic arteries with the normal origin, course, and branching patterns. The occurrence of origin variants of BCA from the common trunk and anterior midline to the trachea may be associated with tracheal compression and aortic dilation; hence should be considered as a potential risk factor for thoracic aortic aneurysm and during tracheostomy respectively.