bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
A Comparative Cone-Beam Computed Tomographical Evaluation of Remaining Dentin Thickness at Apical and Middle Third of Single-rooted Premolars after Instrumentation by Different Rotary File Systems: An In Vitro Study
Authors: Ramanathan Indhra , Padmanabhan Prabeesh , Paul Princy , Muthualagu  , Rahul  , Gokulapriyan  
Published: January 2025

Abstract

Aim:
The study aims to compare and evaluate the remaining dentin thickness of lower premolars with different rotary file systems using cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT).

Materials and Methods:
A total of 75 noncarious mandibular premolar teeth were collected and decoronated at the level of cementoenamel junction with a diamond disc. All specimens were randomly divided into five groups namely Group 1—ProTaper Next file system, Group 2—Mtwo file system, Group 3—RaCe file system, Group 4—GenEndo file system, and Group 5—Control group, with 15 specimens each. After mounting the samples in a U-shaped wax sheet, preoperative CBCT scans were taken at three different levels 3, 5, and 7 mm. Cleaning and shaping of canals were done following the assigned protocol of manufacturers. Postoperative CBCT scans were taken at the same three levels, which were compared with preoperative scans, and the remaining dentin thickness was evaluated for mesiodistal and buccolingual directions. Statistical analysis was performed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences version 20 software. Difference among the groups was analyzed by one-way analysis of variance. Difference among the multiple groups was analyzed by Bonferroni. P < 0.05 was considered statistically significant for all tests. Variables were expressed as means ± standard deviation.

Results:
The ProTaper Next file system showed a significantly higher mean value of removed dentin at 7 mm, whereas the RaCe file system showed less mean value of removed dentin at 3 and 7 mm. The Mtwo file system showed a significantly higher mean value of removed dentin at 5 mm. GenEndo system showed a lower mean value at 5 mm both in mesiodistal and buccolingual directions.

Conclusion:
The RaCe file system showed the lowest mean value of removed dentin compared with other file systems at apical and coronal levels in mesiodistal and buccolingual directions. GenEndo file system showed the lowest mean value of removed dentin compared with other file systems in the middle in mesiodistal and buccolingual directions.
Impact of noninsulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (level of control) on sex hormone profile and erectile function
Authors: Khawaji Abdullah A. , El-Tholoth Hossam S. , Albarakati Muath A. , Binjabaan Bander A. , Alzahrani Abdulaziz , Althobity Abdulmajeed , Almardawi Abdulmalik , Bedaiwi Khaled , AlNuami Mussa 
Published: January 2025

Introduction:
Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a well-established risk factor for erectile dysfunction (ED); the precise impact of glycemic control on male sexual function, including hormonal profiles, remains to be fully elucidated. This study aims to investigate the specific relationship between the degree of glycemic control in T2DM patients and the severity of both hormonal imbalances and ED.

Methodology:
A comparative study between two arms – relatively controlled and uncontrolled type 2 diabetic men. We considered a relatively controlled diabetes mellitus (DM), patient with glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) of 7.9 mmol/L or less. Laboratory results for type 2 diabetic men presenting with ED were studied after stratifying them into the two groups – relatively controlled DM (HBA1c of 7.9 mmol/L or less) and uncontrolled DM (HBA1c equal to or more than 8 mmol/L). Retrieved data include patient’s demographics, body mass index (BMI), hormonal profile, Complete Blood Count (CBC), lipid profile, prostate-specific antigen (PSA), urate, Vitamin D level, and the severity of ED as assessed by the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF) scores. Statistical analysis was done to compare between the two groups using SPSS version 20. P < 0.05 was considered statistically significant.

Results:
This study found a significant association between poor glycemic control (HbA1c ≥8%) and ED in diabetic men (P < 0.0001). Longer diabetes duration correlated with both ED and poor glycemic control, suggesting a potential causal link. Well-controlled diabetics had lower BMI (P = 0.001), higher free testosterone (FT) (P = 0.0002), lower sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) (P = 0.0001), and higher IIEF scores (P < 0.0001) compared to the poorly controlled group, indicating better erectile function and potential benefits of weight management and improved testosterone availability. While follicle-stimulating hormone and luteinizing hormone levels were not significantly affected, Vitamin D levels were higher in the well-controlled group (P = 0.0002), suggesting a potential role for Vitamin D in ED, although further investigation is needed. Cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein, high-density lipoprotein, triglycerides, PSA, thyroid-stimulating hormone, and T4 levels did not show significant differences but might warrant further exploration.

Conclusion:
This study demonstrates an association between poor glycemic control and impaired erectile function in diabetic men. Lower FT levels, elevated SHBG, and increased BMI were observed in the poorly controlled group, potentially contributing to ED. Conversely, good glycemic control correlated with improved erectile function, potentially due to higher FT availability and Vitamin D levels.
Kidney stone characteristics in diabetics versus nondiabetics at a tertiary care center in Saudi Arabia
Authors: Nafadi Ibrahim Basem , Alsulami Abdullah Ahmed , Halabi Nawaf Faisal , Alsubhi Abdulrahman Abdullah , Maghrabi Sami Wessam , Alshehri Waleed Saad , Ramadan Majed , Khan Anwar , Radi Suhaib 
Published: January 2025

Background:
Kidney stones can significantly impact individuals, but existing literature often overlooks the comprehensive effects by not considering the various factors such as stone size, presence of obstruction, and treatment methods, among those with and without diabetes. This study seeks to explore the relationship between diabetes and kidney stone formation, addressing these gaps in research.

Methodology:
This cross-sectional study assesses the diverse impacts of kidney stones on adults diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus and nondiabetic adults from 2019 to 2022 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Institutional review board approval was secured for this research. Data collection occurred from December 1, 2022, to March 1, 2023, and the analysis was performed using SPSS software.

Results:
The study included 254 adults diagnosed with kidney stones, 127 with type 2 diabetes, and 127 nondiabetics. Our study showed that the individuals with diabetes were more likely to have larger kidney stones than those without diabetes (13.12 mm vs. 10.53 mm, P = 0.03). Moreover, individuals with hypertension and dyslipidemia also had significantly larger stones. However, no significant difference was found between the two groups regarding the presence of obstruction and the treatment modality.

Conclusion:
This study revealed that in Saudi Arabia, individuals with diabetes who also suffer from kidney stones tend to develop larger stones. In addition, these individuals frequently exhibit other comorbid conditions, including hypertension, dyslipidemia, obesity, and renal disease. The significance of these findings may inform future strategies for both primary and secondary prevention of kidney stones in diabetic patients.
THE IMPACT OF MEDIA CONSUMPTION ON POLITICAL SENTIMENT AND VOTING INTENTIONS IN GEORGIA’S 2024 PARLIAMENTARY ELECTION
Authors: Gurgenidze Levan 
Published: January 2025

Media outlets had a significant effect on voting intentions for the 2024 Georgian parliamentary election. By analyzing pre-election media consumption patterns and voting intentions, this article aims to assess how effectively pro-government and pro-opposition media encouraged voter turnout in Georgia. This article argues that media consumption influences a voter’s political sentiment in Georgia, which in turn affects voting intentions. A voter’s likelihood of voting is shaped by their outlook on the country’s future.<p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/soc/0631/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>
Aristotelian Dramatic Theory Embodied: a Study of Hamartia, Anagorisis and Catharsis in Selected Shakespearian Tragedies
Authors: Alwazaify Sondos Ahmed Khalil 
Published: January 2025

Objective: This research aims to explain the terms 'Hamartia', 'Anagorisis', and 'Catharsis' through the analysis of Shakespearian dramas, including examples from the twentieth and twenty-first centuries, to make it more relevant for readers. Additionally.

Theoretical Framework: The research also offers an important perspective on each topic discussed, providing a comprehensive understanding of these critical literary concepts.

Method: This term paper explores the variability of 'Hamartia', 'Anagnorisis', and 'Catharsis' and their various aspects.

Results and Discussion: The accepted outcome is that readers will understand the manifestations and instances of those Aristotle's concepts in poetic works. Furthermore, this study poses a question, of whether "Anagnorisis" can be diversified, or if it is just a result of one state of feeling.

Research Implications: Aristotle was a student of Plato’s who joined his academy at the age of 18 and contributed massively and abundantly in several fields, such as humanities, theatrical poetics. StudioBinder states that 'Aristotle’s Poetics is a foundational work of dramatic theory that outlines the fundamental principles of effective storytelling. Through his study of Greek tragedies, Aristotle identified key features as essential elements to evoke emotion within an audience and achieve a cathartic experience. By understanding Aristotle’s ideas on poetics, writers can create powerful stories that move and inspire audiences.

Originality/Value: This term paper explains sufficiently the multiple aspects that Hamartia, Anagnorisis and Catharsis could be seen through. In addition, since Shakespearean tragedies are written in the renaissance era, fate has its main role in putting the characters under its influence.
Strategies of Local Fashion Brand to Build Prestige and Pride Through International Campaigns, Supporting SDG 8 with Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Authors: Puspita Virienia 
Published: January 2025

Objective: This study examines how an Indonesian local fashion brand, leverages international promotional strategies to build brand pride among local consumers. Specifically, the objectives are: (1) examine how an Indoet nesian local fashion brand, utilizes international promotional strategies and a multi-platform marketing ecosystem to build brand pride among local consumers, and (2) analyze the role of social media marketing in complementing offline promotions to enhance local consumer engagement.

Theoretical Framework: Drawing on Digital Ecosystem Theory, this study explores the integration of digital and offline channels in Erigo’s marketing approach to foster prestige and exclusivity.

Method: A qualitative approach was adopted, utilizing systematic non-participant observation of Erigo’s social media and e-commerce platforms from 2021 to 2024, focusing on international campaigns and engagement strategies.

Results and Discussion: Findings indicate that Erigo effectively fosters perceptions of prestige and exclusivity among local consumers through strategic participation in global events, collaborations with influencers and celebrities, exclusive product launches, giveaways, limited-edition items, live shopping, and trend-jacking content. These strategies not only strengthen brand engagement but also support Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 8 by promoting economic growth and local entrepreneurship.

Research Implications: This research expands Digital Ecosystem Theory by demonstrating how local fashion brands can strategically integrate multi-channel promotional activities through a deep understanding of consumer culture and local engagement to build brand pride.

Originality/Value: The study presents a novel model and offers actionable insights for local brands seeking to compete with international brands while maintaining local market relevance, ultimately strengthening their market position.
Crime and Social Decomposition, Case: La Libertad’s City Neighborhood Virgen del Carmen, 2023
Authors: Quijije-Mero Gabriela Elizabeth , Garzozi-Pincay Yamel Sofia , Garzozi-Pincay René Faruk 
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Society faces one of the problems that affects its physical and personal integrity, such as crime, and this causes people to live in fear and therefore limit themselves to going out on the street, which causes social decomposition. The purpose of the research work is to analyze crime and its impact on social decomposition in the Virgen del Carmen neighborhood, city of La Libertad, in 2023.

Objective: The general objective was to identify the level of criminal incidence through a situational and social diagnosis to determine its impact on social development.

Theoretical framework: The literature is focused on the perspectives from which crime is studied, these perspectives are individualistic, sociological and psychosocial, which are described to support the theoretical relationship of this work.

Method: The methodology applied was descriptive qualitative-quantitative research, non-experimental scope. The reliability test of the instrument was carried out using Cronbach's Alpha coefficient, the result was 0.908 as excellent. The alternative hypothesis is accepted, regarding the impact that crime has on social breakdown.

Results and Discussion: The results showed that the population is afraid of crime, and considers the management of the competent authorities to be inefficient.

Implications of the research: Timely solution actions are recommended that could be established as social intervention programs to mitigate the impact caused by crime, to strengthen the link between social policy and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG), focusing on Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions.

Originality/Value: In relation to the level of impact that crime has on social breakdown, a palpable reality could be seen, in which many people choose not to go out to social or family events, so as not to be victims of crime, given that there are no organizations that help mitigate this social problem.
Qualitative Research Practices and Family Business Intrapreneurship: a Cas Study on Family Business Incubation of Nomades-Marrakech and Intrapreneurial Orientation Under Focus
Authors: Elbahjaoui Maryam , Elabjani Abdelaziz , Mahouat Nacer 
Published: January 2025

Objective: The objective of this research is to explore and understand family incubation and its impact on the family business intrapreneurship growth capacity at organizational level.

Literature review: Using a theoretical analysis approach based on contingence Theory.

Method: An exploratory study analyzed three axes related to family incubation: 1) The specific characteristics of family businesses that can intensify the family support effort, 2) family support was found to play the greatest role in improving the entrepreneurial orientation of the new generation, 3) the good intrapreneurial orientation process from employee-son to intrapreneur be achieved by family support.

Results and discussion: furthermore, the study sophisticatedly explored the new dimension of “Family incubation” and described the sub-dimensions based on this unique case “Nomades-Marrakech, from which new sub-dimensions have emerged to determine the originality of this paper, such as socio-cognitive traits, mutual trust, continuous innovation, consumer loyalty, agility, internal growth, paternal wisdom, training, experimentation, and family values. This study answers the question regarding the relationship between family incubation and entrepreneurial orientation and Intrapreneurial orientation. Further studies are needed to establish causal relationships and develop ways of measure, which will be used to quantify the impact of family incubation on the resilience factors of intrapreneurial small businesses.
The Effect of Musculoskeletal Disorders of the Assistant Staff Working in the Hospital on Work – Family Conflict
Authors: Aydınalp Emine , Aktürk Ummühan 
Published: January 2025

Objective: This research; was conducted to examine the effects of socio-demograpich characteristics and musculoskeletal disorders of the assistant staff working in the hospital on work-family conflict.

Theoretical Framework: The study investigates how the socio-demographic characteristics of hospital auxiliary staff and musculoskeletal disorders are associated with work-family conflict.

Method: The reseaarch was conducted in a cross- sectional type. The universe of the research consisted of 640 assistant cleaning. The sample size of the study was determined as 410 people by power analysis. In the analysis of data; percentage, number and linear regression techniques was used.

Results: In the research: A statistically significant difference was found between the frequency and severity of pain felt in the neck and right- left wrist region of the assistant staff, and the work-related disability and work-family life conflict scale score (p<0.005).

Research Implications: It has been determined that the frequency and severity of the pain felt in the upper and lower extremities of the assistant staff are effective on the work-family life conflict.

Originality/Value: This research contributes to the limited literature on the subject and is of great value for broadening and deepening the concept of health and well-being. The study also has original value in various local contexts.
The Implementations and Strategies of Learning Based on Ecoliteracy in Boarding Schools in Reaching SDG for Classy Education
Authors: Fatmawati Ira , Kayati Afiyah Nur , Taembo Maulid , Ningsih Puji Rahayu 
Published: January 2025

Objective: This research discusses strategies and implementation of ecoliteracy-based learning in Islamic boarding schools. It shows that ecoliteracy-based learning is needed to develop life skills that can be applied in social life.

Theoretical Framework: Ecoliteracy is understanding and applying environmental knowledge and awareness in everyday life. Ecoliteracy learning includes the implications of ecological knowledge, socio-political knowledge, knowledge of environmental problems, cognitive abilities, and environmentally responsible behavior.

Method: The method used in this research is qualitative with an exploratory descriptive design. Data was obtained using observation techniques, interviews, documentation studies, and focused group discussions.

Results and Discussion: All schools where this research was conducted have implemented the Independent Curriculum, consisting of 61.1% at the independent learning level, 22.2% at the independent change level, and 16.7% at the independent sharing level.

Research Implications: The implementation of ecoliteracy-based learning in Islamic boarding schools has been implemented by 1) providing reading materials with natural and environmental themes, 2) providing assignments to compose texts with environmental and natural themes, 3) using nature as a learning resource, 4) getting used to activities carried out in the context of building a character who cares about the environment through daily routine activities, such as class pickets, clean Friday activities, the habit of community service, recycling plastic waste into eco-bricks, 5) example from school principals and teachers, 6) motivation and an invitation from school principals and teachers to students to maintain and maintain a clean environment, 7) schools provide adequate infrastructure, such as trash cans, hand washing facilities, etc.

Originality/Value: In implementing ecoliteracy-based learning, as many as 72.2% of teachers have provided ecology-oriented texts in their learning. Ecoliteracy learning can make a positive contribution to a sustainable life in an Islamic boarding school-based school environment to realize quality education. Ecoliterate learning is a strategy for realizing SDG quality education.
The Effect of Accessibility and Facility Location Logistics on the Decision Intention of Senior Citizens to use Elderly Care Centers in Thailand: the Mediating Roles of Perceived Service Quality and Perceived Hygiene
Authors: Faraji Charinee Phonvut , Onputtha Suraporn 
Published: January 2025

Objective: This research aimed to study the impact of accessibility and facility location logistics on the decision-making intention to use an elderly care center.

Theoretical Framework: The focus was placed on studying the effect of accessibility and facility location logistics on the decision intention with two mediating variables: perceived service quality and perceived hygiene.

Method: The research is based on quantitative research. The sample group consisted of 400 elderly people aged 60 years and over who were interested in or considering using an elderly care center in Bangkok and its vicinity. They were selected by convenience sampling. Data collection was conducted through a questionnaire. The data analysis used the structural equation modeling (SEM) technique.

Results and Discussion: The results of the analysis revealed that accessibility and facility location logistics had a direct impact on decision intention. In addition, perceived service quality and perceived hygiene acted as significant mediating variables between accessibility and facility location logistics and decision intention.

Research Implications: The results of this study have practical implications for helping elderly care centers improve accessibility and locations to increase the satisfaction of the elderly and their families contributing to achieving SDG-related health and well-being goals, as well as theoretical implications for expanding the understanding of the role of logistics and service quality factors in the decision to use elderly care center services.

Originality/Value: The value of this research lies in analyzing the role of accessibility and location of elderly care centers, with an emphasis on their relationship with service quality and perceived cleanliness by users.