bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
The Practice of Key Messages for Optimal Breast Feedings and Associated Factors among Lactating Mothers in Boset District, Oromia, Ethiopia
Authors: Deybasso Haji Aman , Begi Sultan Kalu , Lenjiso Birhanu Deme , Bekele Nardos Tilahun , Getahun Mihiret Shawel , Nehussie Yohannes Mekuria 
Published: September 2023

Abstract
Background: Inadequate breastfeeding results in considerable morbidity, mortality, and long-term unfavorable health outcomes. Key messages for optimal breastfeeding are an integral part of Essential Nutritional Action designed to enhance children's nutritional status, especially those under the age of two. However, the level of practice of key messages for optimal breastfeeding and associated factors among lactating mothers remain unknown.
Objective: To assess the level of practices of key messages for optimal breastfeeding and associated factors among lactating mothers living in Boset District, Oromia, Ethiopia, 2022.
Methods: A community-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 418 lactating mothers from January 1st to February 28th, 2022. A systematic random sampling technique was used to select the study participants. Data were collected by interviewer-administered questionnaires. The collected data were entered into Epi info version 7 and exported to SPSS version 25 for analysis. Binary logistic regressions were performed to examine the association between the independent and dependent variables. Adjusted Odds Ratios with a 95% confidence interval were used to estimate the strength of the associations. P-value< 0.05 was used to declare statistical significance.
Result: The overall prevalence of key messages for optimal breastfeeding was 63.9% (95% CI: 59.1-68.2). The odds of practicing key messages for optimal breastfeeding were higher for mothers who attended antenatal care four and above times (AOR =2.7, 95% CI: 1.4–5.3), received counseling on breastfeeding during postnatal care (AOR = 3.7, 95% CI: 2.2–6.4), had good knowledge of breastfeeding (AOR = 6.2, 95% CI: 3.6–10.7), and had favorable attitude towards breastfeeding (AOR = 6.1, 95% CI: 3.5–10.6).
Conclusion: The practices of breastfeeding key messages were below the recommended universal coverage (90%). The number of antenatal care visits, counseling on breastfeeding, level of knowledge, and attitude towards breastfeeding were factors associated with good practices and key messages for optimal breastfeeding among lactating mothers. Behavioral change communications on key messages for optimal breastfeeding are recommended to improve optimal breastfeeding practices in the study area.
Empirical Bayesian Inference for Shape-Scale Family Based
on the Generalized Progressive Hybrid Censoring Scheme
Authors: Maswadah M. 
Published: September 2023

Abstract
In this study, the empirical Bayes method has been applied to a general lifetime model based on the generalized progressive hybrid censored scheme and compared to the fully Bayes method and the maximum likelihood method. The comparisons are made in terms of the root mean squared errors via Monte Carlo simulations. The simulation results are quite favorable to the fully Bayesian model based on the informative prior. However, the empirical Bayes provides better estimates and outperforms the maximum likelihood estimates and the fully Bayes based on the same prior or when there is a wrong choice of the prior hyperparameters. Finally, a numerical example is given to demonstrate the efficiency of the proposed methods.
CHALLENGES IN APPLICATION BASED ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT PRACTICES FOR MICRO SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES
Authors: BINTI SUWADJI LANTIP SUSILOWATI 
Published: September 2023

Abstract: Many micro, small and medium enterprises (UMKM) have not recorded their business finances so they cannot monitor their business development. For this reason, the purpose of this study is to carry out mentoring activities for micro, small and medium enterprises entrepeneurs in the practice of recording their business finances by using digital applications so that it is simpler and easier to present their financial reports according to SAK EMKM standards. Research that uses a qualitative approach with this type of descriptive research chooses the digital applications chosen to be used are SI APIK and Teman Bisnis because these two applications are easy to access with Android and are quite simple in their practical stages to be practiced with the UMKM community of the Cemoro Barong association, located in Tapan Village, Kedungwaru District, Tulungagung Regency, East Java Province which consists of 18 UMKM with various types of service, trading and manufacturing businesses. As a result, entrepreneurs in the community are enthusiastic about implementing this accounting application. The entrepreneurs can use this application to assist them in controlling merchandise stocks to compiling financial reports according to SAK EMKM standards. This application is suitable for use in recording business finances both services, trade and manufacturing.
Modeling of water surface profile in non-prismatic compound channels
Authors: Kaushik Vijay , Kumar Munendra , Naik Bandita , Parsaie Abbas 
Published: September 2023

Abstract

Estimating the water surface elevation of river systems is one of the most complicated tasks in formulating hydraulic models for flood control and floodplain management. Consequently, utilizing simulation models to calibrate and validate the experimental data is crucial. HEC-RAS is used to calibrate and verify the water surface profiles for various converging compound channels in this investigation. Based on experimental data for converging channels (θ = 5°, 9°, and 12.38°), two distinct flow regimes were evaluated for validation. The predicted water surface profiles for two relative depths (β = 0.25 and 0.30) follow the same variational pattern as the experimental findings and are slightly lower than the observed values. The MAPE for the simulated and experimental results is less than 3%, indicating the predicted HEC-RAS value performance and accuracy. Therefore, our findings imply that in the case of non-prismatic rivers, the proposed HEC-RAS models are reliable for predicting water surface profiles with a high generalization capacity and do not exhibit overtraining. However, the results demonstrated that numerous variables impacting the water surface profile should be carefully considered since this would increase the disparities between HEC-RAS and experimental data.
Pharmacists’ Medication Reconciliation Interventions During Admission
and Transfer from an Emergency Department at a Tertiary Care
Hospital: A Randomized Pilot Study and Evaluation of Physician and Patient Perceptions
Authors: Joseph Ashitha George , Saji Santra , Kumbhar Anagha Nivrutti , G. Shivakumar , Bhandari Ramesh , Ganachari M. S. 
Published: September 2023

Aim:
The study aimed to assess the impact of pharmacist interventions during the transition
of care.

Background:
Medication discrepancies can occur at various levels of transition, such as during
admission, the transition from emergency to special wards or from special to general wards, and
during discharge. Discrepancies can be detected through the process of medication reconciliation.

Objective:
The objective of the study was to compare discrepancies among patients exposed to
pharmacist intervention groups and those who were not and assess the perception of healthcare
professionals and patients towards integrating pharmacists in the transition care process.

Methods:
A pharmacist-led interventional study was conducted for six months on patients above
18 years of age and either sex who were admitted to the emergency department, had chronic diseases,
and subsequently transferred to another department (any). The patients were randomized into
intervention and control groups. The pharmacist performed a medication reconciliation and
medication review to identify discrepancies in every transition in both the groups, and then reported
to the treating physician to resolve in the intervention group.

Results:
Among the 73 patients recruited in the study, 152 discrepancies were identified. The total
discrepancies observed in the control and intervention groups were 78 (51.3%) and 74 (48.6%), respectively.
The majority, 35.53%, were found during the transition from emergency to special
wards. The physician, upon pharmacist recommendations, accepted and resolved 48 discrepancies
in the intervention group. The healthcare professional acceptance rate of pharmacist interventions
was 64.86%.

Conclusion:
The transitions of care are at risk for errors due to medication discrepancies, and
pharmacists could potentially identify and resolve discrepancies. Healthcare professionals and patients
reported to be satisfied by the involvement of clinical pharmacists in the healthcare team.
A Critical Appraisal of Functionalized 2-Dimensional Carbon-Based
Nanomaterials for Drug Delivery Applications
Authors: Singh Dilpreet , Gupta G.D. , Gupta Nimish , Verma Princi , Dey Abhisek , Kaur Simranjeet , Kumar Akshay , Raj Namandeep 
Published: September 2023

Abstract:
The development of an efficient and innovative drug delivery system is essential to improve
the pharmacological parameters of the medicinal compound or drug. The technique or manner used to
improve the pharmacological parameters plays a crucial role in the delivery system. In the current scenario,
various drug delivery systems are available where nanotechnology has firmly established itself in
the field of drug delivery. One of the most prevalent elements is carbon with its allotropic modifications
such as graphene-based nanomaterials, carbon nanotubes, carbon dots, and carbon fullerenes, these
nanomaterials offer notable physiochemical and biochemical properties for the delivery applications due
to their smaller size, surface area, and ability to interact with the cells or tissues. The exceptional physicochemical
properties of carbon-based 2D nanomaterials, such as graphene and carbon nanotubes, make
them attractive candidates for drug delivery systems. These nanomaterials offer a large surface area,
high drug loading capacity, and tunable surface chemistry, enabling efficient encapsulation, controlled
release, and targeted delivery of therapeutic agents. These properties of the nanomaterials can be exploited
for drug delivery applications, like assisting the target delivery of drugs and aiding combination
molecular imaging. This review emphasizes on the recent patents on 2D carbon-based nanomaterial and
their role in drug delivery systems. Carbon-based 2D nanomaterials present a wealth of opportunities
for advanced drug delivery systems. Their exceptional properties and versatility offers great potential in
improving therapeutic efficacy, minimizing side effects, and enabling personalized medicine and the
recent patents on 2D nanomaterial.
MXenes-based Multifunctional Nanomaterials for Lithium-ion Batteries:
Opportunities and Challenges
Authors: Bhandari Tika Ram , Thapa Yub Narayan , Dhakal Chiranjibi , Adhikari Rameshwar 
Published: September 2023

Abstract:
MXene-based multicomponent materials are 2D substances derived from transition metal (M) with carbide/nitride combinations having several propitious uses, including application in energy storage devices for high-performance electrodes for Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) fabrication. The suitability of these new classes of materials for LIB electrodes can be attributed to their high conductivity combined with their excellent surface properties desirable for electrode applications, such as fast charge-discharge capability, high storage capacity and high rate capacity. However, there are several challenges possessed by MXene-based nanomaterials in the application of their electrodes in future flexible and wearable devices, demanding more research work and development strategies. After a brief overview of MXenes used in batteries, this paper deals with the synthesis, morphology-properties correlations, and their performance. Finally, this paper headlines the advantages, limitations, and challenges of MXene-based electrodes for LIBs, ending with concluding remarks.
LEARNING BY DOING: THE BENEFITS OF ADOPTING AN ONLINE NEGOTIATION SUPPORT SYSTEM INTO AN ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES COURSE
Authors: Kersten Margaret 
Published: September 2023

The paper reports on the benefits of imbedding an online negotiation support system (NSS) into the experiential learning framework of an English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course. Proponents of experiential learning projects in the second/foreign language classroom emphasize the benefits of learning by doing. To test the claim, the performances of students in two advanced level EAP courses at Carleton University, Ottawa, Canada, were compared. One course was developed with the principles of content-based (CBI) instruction, with input primarily from academic texts; the other course also used content-based instruction but was enhanced by an experiential learning project for which the online negotiation system was adopted. Participation in the project provided a novel learning experience for second language learners at Carleton, with counterparts from universities in three additional countries (Austria, Poland, and Taiwan) also participating. A statistical analysis of student grades showed that the students in the EAP course enhanced by the experiential learning project obtained significantly higher grades on the final assignment in comparison to the students in the “traditional” CBI course.The paper also demonstrates that this teaching and training system enhances learning by promoting learner autonomy, critical thinking, and academic language development. Relevant aspects of the experiential learning project led to enhanced learning outcomes, supporting the claim that learning by doing benefits language acquisition. The paper proposes a new experiential learning model, applicable to ESP/EAP instruction, i.e., the sustained-content experiential learning model which can be applied to any project that emphasizes learning through direct experience. The model depicts the importance of sequencing academic content tasks that build on each other allowing learners to accumulate knowledge and language and prepare them to engage in a meaningful, authentic communication. It also illustrates the importance of using reflection as an effective learning tool that helps develop critical thinking and analysis, skills necessary for academic success.
STUDENTS’ MOTIVATION, CHALLENGES AND EXPERIENCES IN DESIGNING VIDEO PRESENTATIONS VS. DELIVERING ORAL PRESENTATIONS IN AN ESP COURSE FOR SOCIAL SCIENCES
Authors: Radosavlevikj Neda 
Published: September 2023

This paper has two primary goals: 1) to help students understand the effectiveness of using videos; and 2) to promote students’ motivation, interactivity, creativity and communication by designing their own video. The study was conducted at South East European University (SEEU) with 14 students. They were ethnic Albanian students, between 18 and 20 years old, who come from linguistically and culturally diverse backgrounds, but who were all enrolled in the ESP course for Social Sciences 1. Students were given the task of selecting a topic that is professionally linked to their field of study. They were then instructed to deliver an oral presentation in class according to established criteria from rubrics, and to produce the same presentation at home by using a video with self-evaluation rubrics. I conducted a survey comparing the motivation, experiences and challenges students faced while delievering an oral presentation in class vs. video-recorded presentations made at home.The preliminary research findings showed that most of the students were motivated to create their own videos because they were not limited by time or place: the asynchronous learning allows students to access materials, and to practice their skills, at any time that works for them. The majority of the students found this pilot project very interesting and engaging because it helped them develop their communication skills as well as to become more autonomous in learning English.
“A vida acontece no encontro com o outro"
Authors: Monteiro Elaine , Bitter Daniel , Fonseca Edilberto José de Macedo , Figueira Andressa Fouraux , Pimenta Gabriela da Silva , Pereira Milena Leão 
Published: September 2023

O Encontro de Saberes é um amplo movimento presente em várias universidades, cujo objetivo consiste em incluir saberes tradicionais de comunidades afro-brasileiras, indígenas, quilombolas, urbanas, agro-extrativistas, etc., nestas instituições, através da participação de mestres e mestras de tradições como docentes convidados. Seu propósito é tornar a universidade mais diversa e inclusiva, multirracial, multilinguística e pluriespistêmica, por meio da reformulação de currículos, pedagogias e protocolos administrativos. Neste artigo abordamos a experiência do Encontro de Saberes realizada na UFF, a partir da oferta da disciplina Saberes Negros e Indígenas oferecida em 2022, e exploramos aspectos da pedagogia dos encontros identificados por estudantes, especialmente, a partir dos relatos que produziram em diários pessoais ao longo do curso, nos quais registraram suas impressões e experiências. Procuramos mostrar o potencial disruptivo desta pedagogia contra e anti-colonial e seu efeito transformador sobre as pessoas envolvidas.
Ciranda de saberes e cuidados
Authors: Costa Samira Lima da , Ribeiro Eliana Nunes , Bastos Geraldo da Silva , Pontes Margareth Alves , Santos Itamara Silva de Almeida , Nascimento Janete Baptista do 
Published: September 2023

Este artigo apresenta as experiências e reflexões de integrantes do comitê organizador do encontro pluri-epistêmico “Ciranda de Saberes e Cuidados” promovido pelo Laboratório de Memórias, Territórios e Ocupações: rastros sensíveis, com a colaboração dos demais Grupos de Pesquisa ligados ao Programa EICOS, de Psicossociologia de Comunidades e Ecologia Social, do Instituto de Psicologia da Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ), no ano de 2022. período pós pandêmico.. .Para tanto, o coletivo se posicionou geopoliticamente, assumindo uma Psicossociologia crítica latinoamericana. A compreensão referente à experiência da Ciranda e seu diálogo com o que temos estudado e produzido, junto com as mestras e os mestres, serão aqui apresentados em forma de rabiscos aos do outro lado, expressão que escolhemos para dialogar com quem nos lê.
Imagens reflexas sobre os Encontros de Saberes no ensino superior
Authors: Bitter Daniel , Chaves Wagner Neves Diniz 
Published: September 2023

O texto contextualiza e apresenta os artigos e entrevistas que integram o dossiê "Imagens reflexas sobre os encontros de saberes no ensino superior". Procuramos articular as ricas experiências relatadas nos artigos com algumas categorias de análise mais gerais, tais como "encruzilhada", "oralitura", "confluência", "escrevivência", dentre outras. Pretendemos, assim, contribuir para a reflexão e problematização desse relevante movimento de aproximação entre as universidades e demais instituições de ensino superior com os mestres e mestras dos saberes e fazeres populares e tradicionais.
Deploying Cloud-Based Automated Continuous Integration to Assist in the Community Development of GFDL's Finite Volume Cubed-Sphere Dynamical Core
Authors: Chilutti Lauren , Robinson Thomas , Benson Rusty , Harris Lucas , Sal-Bey Luis 
Published: September 2023

A major challenge to community code development and management is the
testing and validation of public contributions. The community-developed
GFDL Finite-Volume Cubed Sphere Dynamical Core (FV3) is no exception:
automated testing of contributions made to the FV3 public repository is
paramount for ensuring the integrity of the many earth-system models and
forecasting applications using FV3 as a dynamical core. A build and
test system for the FV3 dynamical core was developed for internal
testing on NOAA Research and Development High Performance Computing
Systems (RDHPCS). We have designed a continuous integration (CI)
approach for the FV3 dynamical core Github repository that uses a
cloud-based platform to perform automated compilation and
reproducibility testing to validate community code contributions. A
combination of NOAA RDHPCS Parallel Works virtual machines and
containers developed at GFDL are used to compile and test code on the
cloud efficiently. We will also discuss how we adapted the FV3 tests
for automated CI.
Forschende in der Angriffsrolle
Authors: Weydner-Volkmann Sebastian , Cassing Kaya 
Published: September 2023

Infolge der tiefgreifenden Durchdringung unserer Lebenswelt mit digitalen Systemen hat sich die gesamtgesellschaftliche Anforderung formiert, diese Systeme gegen immer neue Formen von Angriffen absichern zu können. In diesem Beitrag zeigen wir, inwiefern der IT-Sicherheitsforschung hierbei eine zentrale Rolle zukommt, aber auch, dass im Rahmen dieser Rolle eine besondere forschungsethische Problematik entsteht. Weil IT-Sicherheitsrisiken strukturell neuartige Probleme für die gesellschaftliche Gewährleistung von Sicherheit aufwerfen, treten Forschende systematisch auch in die Rolle der Angreifenden. Dabei erhöhen Forschende durch den notwendigen Schritt der Veröffentlichung gefundener Lücken die Gefährdungslage von IT-Systemen. Zugleich zielt die Entwicklung von Angriffstechniken normativ auf eine Stärkung gesamtgesellschaftlicher Sicherheit: die Sicherheitslücken sollen geschlossen und die Robustheit von IT-Systemen vergrößert werden.
Hier wird ein Konflikt im Umgang mit IT-Sicherheitsrisiken deutlich, der einen Bedarf an ethischer Orientierung erzeugt. Im Beitrag zeigen wir, inwiefern sich in der Forschungspraxis auch bereits Anfänge einer systematischen ethischen Reflexion als Antwort auf diesen Bedarf herausgebildet und institutionalisiert haben. Da die Problematik im Umgang mit Sicherheitslücken aber noch nicht adäquat adressiert wird, vertreten wir die These, dass in der IT-Sicherheitsforschung der Schritt hin zu einer Bereichsethik für IT-Sicherheitsforschung erforderlich ist, um so adäquatere Orientierungsangebote für Forschende entwickeln und um die breitere gesellschaftspolitische Rolle der Sicherheitsforschung reflektieren zu können.
Blockchain-Based Triple-Entry Accounting: A Systematic Literature Review and Future Research Agenda
Authors: Thies Simon , Kureljusic Marko , Karger Erik , Krämer Thilo 
Published: September 2023

ABSTRACT
Recent cases, such as Wirecard, Luckin Coffee, and Steinhoff, highlight the vulnerability of current accounting practices and question their suitability to prevent criminal behavior. Triple-entry accounting (TEA) is a possible answer against accounting fraud and financial manipulation that is increasingly discussed in research and practice. By being based on blockchain technology, TEA is tamper-proof and, thus, might be an effective instrument against manipulation in accounting. However, despite the potential of TEA, research on this topic is scattered and mostly isolated from each other. By conducting a systematic literature review, we synthesize and summarize current research on blockchain-based TEA. Hereby, we find that current research is almost entirely theoretical. Up to now, real-world implementations and their evaluation are still missing in both research and practice. To address these gaps, we develop guiding research questions for interested scholars to pave the way for TEA’s practical use.
JEL Classifications: M40; M41.