bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Association of cardiac preservation solution with short-term outcomes after heart transplantation
Authors: Suarez-Pierre Alejandro , Iguidbashian John , Kirsch Michael J. , Cain Michael T. , Aftab Muhammad , Reece T. Brett , Fullerton David A. , Rove Jessica Y. , Cleveland Joseph C. , Hoffman Jordan R.H. 
Published: December 2023

Aims
There is wide variability in the practice of cardiac preservation for heart transplantation. Prior reports suggest that the type of solution may be linked with a reduced incidence of posttransplantation complications.

Methods
Adult (≥18 years old) heart recipients who underwent transplantation between 2015 and 2021 in the United States were examined. Recipients were stratified by solution utilized for their grafts at the time of recovery: University of Wisconsin, histidine–tryptophan–ketoglutarate (HTK), or Celsior solution. The primary endpoint was a composite of 30-day mortality, primary graft dysfunction, or re-transplantation. Risk adjustment was performed for the recipient, donor, and procedural characteristics using regression modeling.

Results
Among 16 884 recipients, the group distribution was University of Wisconsin solution 53%, HTK 22%, Celsior solution 15%, and other 10%. The observed incidence of the composite endpoint (University of Wisconsin solution = 3.6%, HTK = 4.0%, Celsior solution = 3.7%, P = 0.301) and 1-year survival (University of Wisconsin solution = 91.7%, HTK = 91.3%, Celsior solution = 91.7%, log-rank P = 0.777) were similar between groups. After adjustment, HTK was associated with a higher risk of the composite endpoint [odds ratio (OR) 1.249, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.019–1.525, P = 0.030] in reference to University of Wisconsin solution. This association was substantially increased among recipients with ischemic periods of greater than 4 h (OR 1.817, 95% CI 1.188–2.730, P = 0.005). The risks were similar between University of Wisconsin solution and Celsior solution (P = 0.454).

Conclusion
The use of the histidine–tryptophan–ketoglutarate solution during cold static storage for cardiac preservation is associated with increased rates of early mortality or primary graft dysfunction. Clinician discretion should guide its use, especially when prolonged ischemic times (>4 h) are anticipated.
Content Validity and Cognitive Testing in the Development of a Motivational Interviewing Self-Assessment Questionnaire
Authors: HOČEVAR Tadeja , ANSTISS Tim , ROTAR PAVLIČ Danica 
Published: December 2023

ABSTRACT

Aim
To develop and content validate a self-assessment questionnaire on motivational interviewing (MI) practice as the first stages in forming the questionnaire to be used in cross-sectional studies involving practitioners conducting the MI-based alcohol screening and brief intervention (ASBI).

Methods
A comprehensive mixed methods approach included a literature review, 3 rounds of expert panel (EP) opinions (n=10), cognitive testing (CT) with 10 MI-based ASBI practitioners, and questionnaire piloting with 31 MI-based ASBI practitioners. Based on the EP opinions in the second round, content validity indices (CVIs) and the modified kappa coefficient (k*) were calculated, focusing on the relevance and understandability of questions and comprehensiveness and meaningfulness of the response options. This analysis was performed in 2020, at the conclusion of the national “Together for a Responsible Attitude Towards Alcohol Consumption” (“Skupaj za odgovoren odnos do pitja alkohola”, SOPA) project’s pilot implementation.

Results
On a scale level, CVI values based on universal agreement for the entire questionnaire were high for 3/4 categories (S-CVI-UA>0.80), and CVI values based on average agreement were high across all categories (S-CVI-Ave>0.90). At the item level, CVI values (I-CVI) were never <0.50 (automatic item rejection), and the modified kappa value (k*) indicated poor validity for two items in the understandability category (k*=0.33). All problematic parts of the questionnaire were further tested and successfully modified based on the results of CT, and accepted in the third round of testing.

Conclusions
The final version of the questionnaire demonstrated appropriate content validity for use in studies among Slovenian MI-based ASBI practitioners and is now ready for further psychometric testing.
Legal Issues on Petrol and Oil Trading Activities – Experience from Singapore, China and Lessons for Vietnam
Authors: Hanh Nguyen Hoang Phuoc , Diem Tang Thi Bich 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
With the ultimate aim of ensuring national energy security, Vietnam government issued Decree No. 83/2014/ND-CP dated September 3th, 2014 regulating petrolium and oil trading which later was amended by Decree No. 95/2021/ND-CP. The implementation of various decrees has significantly transformed the domestic petroleum market, enabling petrol and oil businesses to operate largely on market mechanisms under state oversight, with domestic gasoline prices flexibly and promptly adjusted in line with global trends as per government directives and legal provisions. The Ministry of Industry and Trade is presently seeking feedback on the draft Decree that proposes amendments and supplements to several articles of Decree No. 83/2014/ND-CP and Decree No. 95/2021/ND-CP. In this context, the authors concentrate on evaluating certain deficiencies in petrol trading activities highlighted in the Draft Decree, encompassing aspects like petrol and oil trading entities, retail pricing, and the petrol stabilization fund. Additionally, a comparative analysis with the regulatory frameworks of Singapore and China on these issues is conducted, aiming to offer suggestions for enhancements in Vietnam’s approach.
Unveiling Shadows: Jus Cogens Imperative to Criminalize Enforced Disappearances in Pakistan
Authors: Ali Muhammad Imran 
Published: December 2023

Abstract
The United Nations, aiming to eradicate enforced disappearance, introduced the International Convention for the Protection of All Persons from Enforced Disappearance (ICPAPED), mandating signatory States to take preventive actions. Enforced disappearance is also deemed a crime against humanity under other international treaties. However, Pakistan has not ratified the ICPAPED, and its national laws lack specific provisions criminalizing enforced disappearance. Additionally, Pakistan is involved in various international treaties that uphold jus cogens, a fundamental principle of international law considered non-derogable. Given this context, the article highlights the misalignment of Pakistan’s national laws with the principles of jus cogens and underscores the urgent need for Pakistan to enact specific legislation that criminalizes enforced disappearances in line with international standards.
Virulence and Antimicrobial Resistance of Escherichia Coli Strains Isolated from The Water of The Amazon River, State of Amapá
Authors: Pires Winnie Karen de Farias Lima , Lima Luciana Sampaio , Lima Jo de Farias , Rodrigues Dália dos Prazeres , Proietti Junior Aldo Aparecido , Ferreira Vânia Tie koga , De Andrade Rosemary Ferreira , Menezes Rubens Alex de Oliveira 
Published: December 2023

Objective: We investigated the identification of E. coli strains in water samples from the Amazon River in the state of Amapá to determine the antimicrobial susceptibility profile and verify the presence of virulence factors and resistance genes.

Reference theoretical: Antimicrobial resistance is a global public health concern, and the presence of resistant bacteria in water samples represents an additional risk for the spread of these microorganisms, with great impact on society in general, especially after the discovery of pathogenic strains of Escherichia coli.

Method: The bacterial isolates were submitted to the technique of isolation of colonies in selective medium and identification by biochemical tests. Isolates identified as Escherichia coli were submitted to the antimicrobial sensitivity test and the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technique to search for virulence genes and drug resistance.

Results and conclusion: The results showed that the strains of E. coli isolated from the water samples of the Amazon River showed high rates of antimicrobial resistance. In addition, virulence gene markers were detected: eagg, eaeA, stx1, stx2, as well as resistance markers: qnrB and qnrS. Index of resistance to multiple antimicrobials MARI ranged from 0.1 to 0.6. All collection sites of water isolates has the presence of strains with multiresistance.

Research implications: This study revealed the importance of monitoring water quality and implementing control measures to prevent the spread of resistant and potentially pathogenic bacteria.

Originality/value: The research highlights the importance of implementing policies aimed at conserving Brazil's natural resources.
High Dietary Fiber and Antioxidant Cookies with Substituted Parchment and Silver Skin Coffee
Authors: Lanywati Ester , Rizkaprilisa Windy , Dewi Lusiawati 
Published: December 2023

High coffee production in Indonesia effected the increase of by-products from the processing of coffee beans. Parchment and silver skin are by-product obtained during the processing of coffee beans. Parchment and silver skin are used as compost, biogas, and has not been widely used as a food ingredient. Both have a high dietary fiber content and antioxidant activity. In this research, we make cookies with parchment and silver skin flour. Parchment and silver skin flour were added with concentrations consist of 0%, 1%, 2.5%, and 5%. Based on organoleptic assay with the parameters of color, aroma, taste, texture and level of preference, the best cookies were the addition of 2.5% parchment flour. These cookies have nutritional that fulfill the quality standards of cookies (SNI -2973-2011), namely 7.76% protein, 20.86% fat and 1.31% ash. In addition, these cookies have a high content of dietary fiber and antioxidants, namely 13.67% and 43.86%. So, these cookies can be a healthy snack option because have high dietary fiber and antioxidant.

Keywords: Antioxiant; Coffee By Product; Cookies; Dietary Fiber; Parchment; Silver skin.
Analysis of interest of Google users (Web , Google Image, and YouTube search) on oral health information among South Indian states
Authors: Sabitha V. , Santhoshi P. , Ganesh R. , Selvamani B. , Sasikala M. 
Published: December 2023

Objectives:
The study aimed to analyze the trends of oral health information searches on the web, Google Images, and YouTube in South Indian states.

Material and Methods:
The retrospective longitudinal study utilized computational metadata from Google Trends, examining the relative search volume of oral health information from 2018 to 2023.

Results:
The results revealed a significant demand for aligners, dental implants, teeth sets, root canal treatments, and teeth whitening in these states, highlighting the importance of accessible information and education to facilitate informed decisions about oral health care. Regardless of development levels, oral health-related searches increased, influenced by education levels and Internet availability.

Conclusion:
Oral health-related searches increased in South Indian states regardless of their development levels, with media preference influenced by education levels and Internet availability. This analysis suggests that investing in health education programs can empower individuals to make informed oral health choices, reducing misconceptions regarding dental treatment.
The effect of Ramadan on elderly patients presenting to the emergency department
Authors: SAHIN HASAN , BABUS SEYRAN BOZKURT , KÖSE ATAMAN , ERDOGAN SEMRA 
Published: December 2023

Background
Patients visiting the emergency department (ED) may show variations by certain time periods such as Ramadan. We wished to ascertain whether Ramadan affects the ED presentations, clinical conditions and outcomes of patients aged 65 years or older.

Methods
. Patients aged 65 years or older who presented to ED in Ramadan and in the following month in 2018 were reviewed retrospectively.

Results
. A total of 1947 patients were enrolled, of whom 958 presented in Ramadan and 989 in the following month. The patients who presented in Ramadan most commonly (23.8%) presented between 8 p.m. and 11.59 p.m.; patients who presented in the following month most commonly (24%) presented between 8 a.m. and 11.59 a.m. (p=0.26). Complaints concerning the central nervous system (CNS) were more common in the month after Ramadan (p<0.0001). Diagnoses related to the cardiovascular system were more commonly made in Ramadan (p=0.037), whereas those related to CNS, otorhinolaryngology and oncology were more commonly made in the following month (p=0.0005, p=0.024 and p=0.003, respectively). No significant difference was found between the two groups with respect to outcomes (p=0.36). Compared to patients who presented in Ramadan, those that presented in the following month had a significantly longer ED stay (p=0.036).

Conclusion
. Our study detected no significant difference between the two groups with respect to the time of presentation and ED outcomes. Patients who presented in Ramadan had a lower incidence of CNS complaints; a higher incidence of cardiovascular diagnoses; lower incidences of CNS, oncological and otorhinolaryngological diagnoses and a significantly shorter length of ED stay.
Physiological workload assessment with the help of heart rate and perceived exertion rating on handcart pullers of wholesale trade markets of Delhi
Authors: PANDIT AMOL SANGEETA 
Published: December 2023

Background
. Handling a heavy load on a handcart is common in the wholesale and retail trade markets in India and many parts of the globe. These carts transport goods between major markets, warehouses and transporters. We assessed the physiological workload among handcart pullers in terms of cardiovascular load (CVL), energy expenditure (EE), heart rate (HR), physiological cost of work and subjective rating of perceived exertion.

Methods
. Physiological workload was assessed with the help of HR during resting, working (15 minutes) and recovery state with a smart wearable device to extrapolate percentage of CVL, EE and physiological cost of work among handcart pullers. Subjective assessment of exertion was measured with the Borg 5-point rating scale among 35 cart pullers. Data were analysed using Microsoft Excel version 2010.

Results
. It was found that in handcart-pulling activity, EE was 11.706 kJ/minute, average working HR was 128 beats/minute and physiological cost of work was 89.09 beats/minute with no loads on handcart. This signifies that the activity falls under heavy physiological workload. The average percentage of CVL was found to be 50.5%, which falls under acceptable category for persons with a healthy cardiovascular system. Thirty-one (88.6%) of the participants reported the activity to be moderately heavy, whereas 4 (11.4%) participants mentioned it to be light.

Conclusions
. Handcart-pulling operation in this study without load on cart was found to be a heavy physiological workload. In real-time situations, the load, road conditions, long duration and traffic congestion is likely to result in a higher range of physiological workload on cart pullers.
Biología reproductiva de la corvina rayada Cynoscion reticulatus en una localidad del sureste del Golfo de California
Authors: Carrillo Isiordia Dani Abigail , Zavala Leal Oscar Iram , Flores Ortega Juan Ramón , Cuevas Rodríguez Breidy Lizeth , Valdez González Francisco Javier , González Huerta Claudia Azucena , Isiordia Pérez Elifonso 
Published: December 2023

En el estado de Nayarit, al sureste del Golfo de California, la pesca representa un porcentaje considerable en cuanto a fuente de ingresos para la población. La pesquería de corvinas es de gran importancia, sin embargo, no existe información biológica-pesquera sobre estas en la región. Debido a su importancia, se describió la biología reproductiva de la corvina rayada Cynoscion reticulatus durante el año 2019. Se recolectaron muestras mensuales, con un total de 390 organismos. Se estimaron índices morfofisiológicos y se realizó un análisis histológico de las gónadas. Del total de los organismos se encontró que 246 fueron hembras y 144 machos. Se observó una proporción sexual mayor en hembras (1:0.5) H: M. Se describió el ciclo gonádico y el ciclo reproductivo. De acuerdo a los índices y análisis histológico, se determinó que la corvina presenta un amplio periodo reproductivo entre la primavera y el verano (abril a agosto). La temperatura y fotoperiodo presentaron una correlación positiva con la reproducción. En cuanto a la talla de primera madurez, se encontraron tallas muy similares para ambos sexos, para las hembras de 24.5 cm y de 23.6 cm de longitud patrón para los machos.
OPERATIONAL RISKS OF BANKS AND OUTSOURCING CONCENTRATION
Authors: Васильев С.А. , Долбежкин В.А. , Егутия Ш.А. 
Published: December 2023

В статье рассматривается риск концентрации, возникающий при аутсорсинге финансовых функций. Авторы рассматривают возможность сегментирования функций и бизнес-процессов банка в плоскости пары параметров, что может быть использовано при оценке значимости рисков передачи функций на аутсорсинг. Операционные риски «концентрированного» аутсорсинга обуславливают ряд негативных экономических факторов для банков, рассмотренных в статье. Высокотехнологичные исполнители финансовых функций не могут быть многочисленны, и это определяет неизбежность риска их концентрации, который является объектом исследования. Авторы предприняли попытку сопоставить численные параметры современной инфраструктуры банковского сектора в части, связанной с аутсорсингом финансовых функций банков, а также обосновать рост значимости рассматриваемого риска.
We consider the risk of concentration emerging from the outsourcing of financial functions. We consider the possibility of segmenting the functions and business processes of the bank as far as a couple of parameters are concerned, which could be applied in assessing the risks of outsourcing functions. The operational risks of "concentrated" outsourcing stipulate a range of negative economic factors for the banks. High-tech performers of financial functions cannot be numerous, which determines the inevitability of the risk of their concentration. We make an attempt to compare numerical parameters of the modern infrastructure of the banking sector regarding the outsourcing of financial functions of banks and to substantiate the increasing significance of the risk in question.
INNOVATIVENESS AMONG LEGAL AND DOCTRINAL SIGNS OF ENTREPRENEURIAL ACTIVITY
Authors: Савенко Н.Е. 
Published: December 2023

В статье на основе доктрины и законодательства проанализирован признак инновационности предпринимательской деятельности. Утверждается, что инновационность в предпринимательстве исторически обусловлена развитием технического прогресса и имеет экономическую сущность. Акцентировано внимание на том, что инновационность не отражена в числе легальных признаков предпринимательской деятельности (ст. 2 Гражданского кодекса РФ), поскольку она является межотраслевой категорией, выходящей за цивилистические рамки. Проведено соотношение категорий «инновационная деятельность» и «предпринимательская деятельность». Сделан вывод о том, что на современном этапе экономического развития инновации становятся неотъемлемой частью предпринимательской деятельности.
On the basis of doctrine and legislation the article analyzes the sign of innovativeness of entrepreneurial activity. It is stated that innovativeness in entrepreneurship has been historically preconditioned by the development of technological progress and has an economic essence. It is emphasized that innovativeness is not reflected among legal signs of entrepreneurial activity (article 2 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation), as it is an intersectoral category that goes beyond the civilistic framework. The correlation between the categories of "innovative activity" and "entrepreneurial activity" was carried out. It is concluded that at the present stage of economic development innovation is becoming an integral part of entrepreneurial activity.
METHODOLOGICAL FOUNDATIONS OF LONG-TERM CYCLIC FORECASTING OF DYNAMICS OF DEVELOPMENT STAGES OF RUSSIAN ECONOMY AS WORLD DYNAMICS PROCESS
Authors: Ершова Н.А. 
Published: December 2023

Статья посвящена анализу проблемы организации долгосрочного устойчивого экономического роста национальной экономики. Автором исследуется вопрос методологии долгосрочного прогнозирования динамики фаз развития национальной экономики как сложной двухуровневой макроэкономической структуры на основе имеющегося макроэкономического прогноза чередования фаз развития экономики РФ в долгосрочной перспективе на основе моделей циклического развития макроэкономических систем. Центральной задачей долгосрочной оптимизации процесса макроэкономического развития является задача экономического роста, решаемая на основе структурной декомпозиции системы управления до территориально-отраслевого уровня.
The research is devoted to the analysis of the problem of organizing long-term sustainable economic growth of the national economy. The problem always remains relevant, and its solution, in our opinion, lies in optimizing the system of long-term regulatory forecasting taking into account the close interconnectedness of territorial-sectoral systems structuring the national socio-economic activity. This scientific work examines the issue of the methodology for long-term forecasting of the dynamics of the phases of development of the national economy as a complex two-level macroeconomic structure based on the existing macroeconomic forecast of the alternation of phases of development of the Russian economy in the long term based on the models of cyclical development of macroeconomic systems. The central task of long-term optimization of the macroeconomic development process is the problem of economic growth, solved on the basis of structural decomposition of the management system to the territorial and sectoral level.
DEVELOPMENT OF MEASURES TO ALLEVIATE STAFF TURNOVER PROBLEM IN SERVICE SECTOR
Authors: Кучумов В.А. , Волошина М.В. 
Published: December 2023

В статье описывается степень влияния негативной мобильности кадров, а также очевидные и скрытые причины этого явления. Проводится анализ общедоступных статистических данных и определение предпосылок и поводов относительно выявляемых тенденций. Рассмотрены особенности наиболее подверженного данному феномену сектора, выделены преимущества и недостатки текучести кадров, даны пояснения неоднозначных специфических аспектов проблемы.
We describe the degree of influence of negative personnel mobility and reveal the explicit and latent causes of the phenomenon in question. We carry out the analysis of open data and define the prerequisites and reasons for the trends revealed. We consider the characteristics of the most vulnerable sector, discuss the advantages and disadvantages of staff turnover and comment on certain ambiguous specific aspects.
CORRUPTION MARKET MODEL ANALYSIS IN THE CONTEXT OF SELECTING GOVERNMENT COUNTERMEASURES
Authors: Быков В.Н. 
Published: December 2023

В статье проанализирована рыночная модель коррупции. Коррупция рассматривается как особый вид услуги, что позволило выделить особенности ее спроса и предложения. Описаны факторы спроса и предложения коррупции, их эластичность в отдельных случаях. Автором представлены и систематизированы меры государственного противодействия коррупции. Обоснована целесообразность применения различных мер государственного противодействия в зависимости от описанных факторов и особенностей рыночной модели коррупции.
The article analyzes the market model of corruption. Corruption is considered to be a special type of service with particular supply and demand features thereof being outlined as well as supply and demand factors and their elasticity in some cases being described. The author presents systemized government anti-corruption measures and justifies the expediency of implementation of certain state countermeasures depending on the factors and specific features of the market corruption model described.