bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Geopolítica y Centroamérica: ideas para un análisis de las intersecciones entre historia y territorios
Authors: González-Sancho  Roy 
Published: January 2025

Este trabajo analiza desde la geopolítica crítica, 3 hitos históricos de Centroamérica a saber: Las independencias y continuidad de la colonia; Las exportaciones del café y el banano; y Las tensiones político-identitarias. Se utiliza enfoque cualitativo e inductivo, siguiendo el método hermenéutico para el tratamiento e interpretación de los datos. Como resultados, se obtiene que los debates sobre la región se han concentrado en 4 vertientes a saber: 1. La fragmentación del istmo por motivos geográficos y del orden colonial implantado por la corona española; 2. La paradoja de ser un puente continental y barrera para nuevas rutas comerciales urgidas por las monarquías europeas; 3. El problema de la otredad reproducido por la lógica de poder-acumulación criollo y modelo agroexportador basado en el cultivo del café y el banano; 4. El historial de intervenciones realizadas por Estados Unidos en la región sobre aquellos países considerados un riesgo para su “destino manifiesto y doctrinal”.
A prospective study on clinico-radiological factors predicting difficult laparoscopic cholecystectomy in our institute
Authors: Khalid Zeeshan , Kumar Pankaj , Ali Shagufta 
Published: January 2025

To assess clinical and radiological factors that predict difficult laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a complex surgical procedure involving anatomical variations, adhesions, and gall bladder contracting. Preoperative assessment is crucial for identifying risks and improving post-operative outcomes. The study identifies clinico-radiological factors predicting difficult laparoscopic cholecystectomy, improving preoperative planning, reducing conversion rates, and optimizing surgical preparedness and patient counseling for safer, more efficient practices. A prospective observational study was conducted at the Department of General Surgery, Integral Institute of Medical Sciences and Research in Lucknow, involving 90 patients selected for Elective Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy and those with ultrasonographic ally proven cholelithiasis, excluding those with significant co-morbid illnesses or not fit for pneumoperitoneum creation. The study utilized IBM SPSS Stats 25.0 software for data analysis, presenting continuous data as mean±standard deviation and categorical/qualitative data as numbers and percentages. Total 90 patients aged 15-70, with a majority female (77.8%), and a mean BMI of 18.5-30.0 kg/m2, with 48 patients under 25 kg/m2. A pre-operative scoring system for difficult laparoscopic cholecystectomy was developed using demographic, clinical, laboratory, and USG findings. The system ranged from 0-5 to 11-15 difficult surgeries, with a mean predictive score of 0-7. Most surgeries were predicted as easy, followed by difficult (18.9%) and very difficult (5.6%). Factors like age, BMI, hospitalization history, comorbidities, and abdominal scars were associated with ease of surgery. The study assessed 90 patients aged 15-70 for difficult laparoscopic cholecystectomy procedures using a difficulty predicting scoring system, identifying factors like age, sex, hospitalization history, and BMI.
Role of insulin in the management of diabetic foot
Authors: Chittoria Ravi Kumar , Swetha M  , Kumar Rashmi V 
Published: January 2025

Despite insulin's well-documented benefits in wound healing over the last 70 years, challenges remain regarding the optimal method of administration. While systemic insulin therapy has significant side effects, topical insulin faces challenges with consistent delivery. This study aims to test the hypothesis that local insulin injections can provide sustained high concentrations in wounds, promoting healing with minimal systemic impact, combining the benefits of both systemic and topical insulin therapies.This study investigates the effect of local insulin injections on wound healing, focusing on enhancing the healing process in a non-healing diabetic foot ulcer. The objective is to determine whether insulin injections at the wound site can accelerate healing by promoting key processes like keratinocyte migration, differentiation, and angiogenesis.Conducted at a tertiary care center in South India, this study involved a 69-year-old male patient with a non-healing ulcer over the lateral aspect of the left foot due to Charcot's joint. The wound area was treated with a mixture of Insulin Isophane and Human Insulin (70/30) in a 4-unit to 10 ml saline ratio per 10 cm². The treatment was followed by a two-layer regenerative scaffold dressing and Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (NPWT) to support recovery.The insulin application significantly enhanced wound healing by promoting keratinocyte migration, differentiation, and angiogenesis. These effects led to a noticeable reduction in the time required for wound closure and improved tissue regeneration.The use of local insulin injections effectively improves wound healing by targeting key processes such as inflammation, re-epithelialization, and angiogenesis. This study underscores the potential of insulin as a promising therapeutic agent for chronic wound management. Further research is recommended to validate these findings and explore its application across diverse wound types.
Edukasi Pola Hidup Sehat dan Deteksi Dini Penyakit Ginjal Kronis Pasien Diabetes Melitus di Klinik Pratama Rawat Jalan Sidabowa
Authors: Munfiah Siti , Wibowo Yudhi , Krisnansari Diah , Dwi Laksana Agung Saprasetya 
Published: January 2025

Prevalensi Penyakit Ginjal Kronis (PGK) setiap tahunnya semakin meningkat. Diabetes Melitus (DM) mempunyai risiko terhadap kejadian gagal ginjal kronik sebesar 4,1 kali. Kerusakan fungsi ginjal akibat DM dapat dicegah dengan cara edukasi tentang pola hidup sehat dan deteksi dini. Permasalahan yang dihadapi mitra antara lain pasien DM belum mengetahui pola hidup sehat dan cara deteksi dini kerusakan ginjal dengan menghitung GFR. Tujuan kegiatan ini adalah meningkatkan pengetahuan tentang pola hidup sehat dan upaya deteksi dini PGK, serta meningkatkan keterampilan perhitungan GFR untuk mengetahui derajat fungsi ginjal. Metode pengabdian kepada masyarakat dilakukan dengan edukasi melalui penyuluhan tentang pola hidup sehat bagi pasien DM, pemberian materi dan leaflet tentang PGK serta pelatihan perhitungan GFR menggunakan aplikasi eGFR Calculators. Hasil evaluasi kegiatan diperoleh peningkatan pengetahuan setelah pelaksanaan penyuluhan dan pelatihan. Peserta pengabdian kepada masyarakat diharapkan untuk menerapkan pola hidup sehat dan mempraktekkan keterampilan menghitung eGFR sehingga penurunan fungsi ginjal dapat dicegah.
HUBUNGAN ANTARA DUKUNGAN KELUARGA DAN PENGENDALIAN HIPERTENSI PADA PESERTA PROLANIS JAMINAN KESEHATAN NASIONAL DI KABUPATEN BANYUMAS
Authors: Ramadani Jasmine Athaya , Krisnansari Diah , Wicaksono Madya Ardi 
Published: January 2025

Latar belakang: Hipertensi merupakan penyakit kronis yang dapat menimbulkan terjadinya komplikasi dan meningkatkan mortalitas di Indonesia. Salah satu upaya pengendalian hipertensi yang dilakukan oleh pemerintah melalui Program Pengelolaan Penyakit Kronis (Prolanis). Dukungan keluarga diperlukan dalam pengendalian hipertensi karena pengobatannya yang lama. Belum ada penelitian mengenai hubungan antara dukungan keluarga dan pengendalian hipertensi peserta Prolanis di Kabupaten Banyumas.
Tujuan: Mengetahui hubungan antara dukungan keluarga dan pengendalian hipertensi peserta Prolanis JKN hipertensi di Kabupaten Banyumas.
Metode: Penelitian observasional analitik kuantitatif cross sectional pada 172 peserta Prolanis hipertensi di 9 fasilitas kesehatan tingkat pertama (FKTP) di Kabupaten Banyumas yang terpilih berdasar proportional cluster sampling bertingkat. Pengendalian hipertensi diukur berdasarkan tingkat dukungan keluarga, usia, jenis kelamin, pendidikan, lokasi tinggal peserta, pekerjaan, rutinitas kunjungan, dan rutinitas minum obat. Signifikansi yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini 95%. Analisis bivariat menggunakan uji Chi-Square dan analisis multivariat menggunakan analisis regresi logistik berganda.
Hasil: Terdapat 175 peserta, (102) 58,3% memiliki hipertensi yang terkendali. Variabel dukungan keluarga (OR=1.44 (95% CI)) tidak berhubungan signifikan terhadap pengendalian hipertensi. Variabel usia (OR=0.93(95% CI)), jenis kelamin (OR=1.15 (95% CI)), pendidikan (OR=0.68 (95 CI)), lokasi tinggal peserta (OR=0.92(95% CI)), rutinitas kunjungan (OR=0.0.75(95% CI)), dan rutinitas minum obat (OR=0.96(95% CI)) tidak berhubungan signifikan terhadap pengendalian hipertensi. Variabel pekerjaan (OR=0.45(95% CI)) berhubungan signifikan terhadap pengendalian hipertensi.
Kesimpulan: Dukungan keluarga tidak memiliki hubungan dengan pengendalian hipertensi pada peserta Prolanis hipertensi di Kabupaten Banyumas.
From Neurons to Organisations: Awakening Regenerative Leadership through Neuroplasticity, AI, and Integrative Consciousness
Authors: Ooi Rachel Wei Gee 
Published: January 2025

The unprecedented challenges of the Anthropocene, such as climate change, social inequality, and rapid technological disruption, have shaped an era where traditional leadership models are increasingly inadequate for navigating complexity and driving systemic change. This paper talks about Regenerative Leadership, a model that changes things for the better using neuroplasticity intelligence, AI to help with decisions, and the AHA SHIFT framework. It gives leaders the flexibility, ethical leadership, cultural change, and systemic thinking they need for long-term success. By aligning organizational growth with societal well-being, this model provides a pathway for fostering innovation, collaboration, and human-centric development.

Central to this leadership paradigm is the Trinity Growth Model, which anchors the Awakening phase in the personal transformation of leaders through coaching, neuroplasticity-based practices, and cognitive rewiring. These practices cultivate cognitive flexibility and emotional resilience, enabling leaders to respond to uncertainty and vulnerability while driving systemic change. Leveraging AI as a decision-making tool further enhances leadership by mitigating cognitive biases and providing real-time, data-driven insights, ensuring that decisions align with ethical and sustainability goals.

The **5Ps framework—People, Planet, Prosperity, Partnership, and Purpose** serves as the foundation of regenerative leadership, redefining success by expanding its focus beyond profitability to encompass societal impact, ethical governance, and environmental stewardship. Drawing on empirical research and case studies from diverse pioneering organizations, this paper demonstrates how regenerative leadership can transform industries in depth by fostering purpose-driven innovation and cross-sector collaboration.

Finally, this research introduces a Regenerative Leadership Playbook, offering actionable strategies for cultivating integrative consciousness in leadership development. We propose future research directions to explore the wider effects of regenerative leadership on organizational performance, leadership adaptability, and societal outcomes. By providing a roadmap for scaling regenerative leadership across diverse industries, this paper envisions a future where leaders drive systemic change and long-term sustainability, ensuring resilience and prosperity for humanity in the Anthropocene.
A Hybrid Theoretical-Numerical-Experimental Framework for Robust Health Monitoring of Thin-Walled Hollow Composite Members using Guided Waves
Authors: Kalgutkar Akshay Prakash , Sikdar Shirsendu , Banerjee Sauvik , Walton Karl , Mishra Rakesh 
Published: January 2025

Abstract

Thin-walled hollow composite members (HCM) are extensively employed in aerospace and automotive industries due to their high strength-to-weight ratio and design flexibility. This study introduces a hybrid theoretical-numerical-experimental framework for robust detection and characterisation of barely visible damage in HCM using guided waves (GW). It focuses on assessing surface abrasion and hairline cracks, two common yet challenging damage types encountered in the field. A semi-analytical finite element (SAFE) formulation is developed for the dispersion analysis alongside numerical simulations using finite element software COMSOL Multiphysics, and experimental validation is performed to ensure accurate and reliable results. The study focuses on GW propagation and scattering behaviour under varying damage scenarios, exploring the effects of damage size, position, and its offset on wave features. Parametric analyses show significant variations in wave characteristics such as group velocity, amplitude, amongst other mode features. A waveform and statistical approach incorporating continuous wavelet transform and energy enables precise damage classification. Results show that abrasion-induced damages cause substantial changes in GW features in terms of DIs and statistical parameters, while hairline cracks marginally affect the damage indices and wave features, aiding in distinguishing between different damage types. These findings contribute to the development of robust damage identification algorithms for structural health monitoring, providing valuable insights for optimising the maintenance and performance of composite structures in critical engineering environments, ensuring safety and operational efficiency.
Chronic lower back pain and its impact on health-related quality of life among undergraduate students of Gulu University, Uganda: a cross-sectional study
Authors: Tino Martha Lucky , Pitua Ivaan , Nakyeyune Lillian Monica , Okot Jerom , Ssegawa Hellen Patricia , Ebbs Daniel S , Bongomin Felix 
Published: January 2025

Abstract

Background
Chronic lower back pain (CLBP) is a common health problem that affects both young and old individuals worldwide and remains a significant global public health concern. However, studies concerning the prevalence of CLBP among undergraduate students are scarce. This study aimed to determine the prevalence and factors associated with CLBP and its impact on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) among undergraduate students at Gulu University, Uganda.
Methods
Between October and November 2023, a cross-sectional study was conducted using self-administered questionnaires. CLBP was defined as non-specific lower back pain lasting more than 12 weeks or more. The Oswestry Disability Index was used to evaluate disability associated with CLBP, and the EuroQoL-5D-5 L was used to evaluate HRQoL (higher scores indicate better HRQoL).
Results
We enrolled 394 participants, 79.2% (n = 312) were males, with a median age of 23 (IQR: 22–24) years. The prevalence of CLBP was 20.6% (n = 81), and 66.8% (n = 263) of the participants were younger than 24 years. With respect to HRQoL scores (median [IQR]), both overall health (0.83 (0.75–0.9) versus 0.67 (0.61–0.78), p < 0.001) and self-reported health (80 (65–90) versus 65 (50–80), p < 0.001) were worse in participants with CLBP than in those without CLBP.
Conclusions
Approximately one in every five participants had CLBP. CLBP is a highly prevalent health problem among students at Gulu University, with a significantly negative impact on their daily life.
Sustained Functional Plasticity can be Induced in Human Parietal Cortex with Adaptation to Reversed Visual Input
Authors: Brewer Alyssa , Lin Ling , Barton Brian 
Published: January 2025

Abstract

As an avenue to explore the extent to which human posterior parietal cortex (PPC) can undergo dynamic reorganization, we used fMRI to investigate the cortical effects of an extreme alteration of visual input. In Experiment-1, subjects adapted to a complete left-right visual-field reversal for two weeks continuously. After 7-10 days, subjects adapted behaviorally, and, in tandem, visual fields in their PPC shifted their visuospatial representations from primarily contralateral to ipsilateral visual field responses. When normal vision was restored, subjects’ behavior and PPC visual-field-map spatial representations returned to normal within one day, indicating that the original contralateral representations were maintained. In Experiment-2, we tested whether these ipsilateral representations persisted by returning the same subjects to the reversed visual environment and showed behavioral and cortical PPC adaptation now occurred within one day. Our results indicate that our subjects’ behavioral adaptation was subserved in PPC visual field maps by functional plasticity: persistent, experience-dependent changes in cortical representations. Understanding such induction of functional plasticity in cortex grants insight into the nature of these visuomotor systems and may foster the development of therapies for cortical damage.
Genetic design of soybean hosts and bradyrhizobial endosymbionts reduces N2O emissions from soybean farming
Authors: Imaizumi-Anraku Haruko , Nishida Hanna , Itakura Manabu , Win Khin , Li Feng , Kakizaki Kaori , Suzuki Atsuo , Ohkubo Satoshi , Sugawara Masayuki , Takahashi Koji , Masuda Sachiko , Shibata Arisa , Shirasu Ken , Fujisawa Yukiko , Tsubokura Misa , Akiyama Hiroko , Shimoda Yoshikazu , Minamisawa Kiwamu 
Published: January 2025

Abstract

Soybeans fix atmospheric N2 through symbiosis with rhizobia, N2-fixing bacteria. The relationship between rhizobia and soybeans, particularly those with high nitrous oxide (N2O)-reducing activities (Nos++), can be used for reducing N2O emissions from agricultural soils. However, inoculating soybeans with Nos++ rhizobia under field conditions often fails because of the competition from indigenous Nos− (no N2O-reducing activities) and Nos+ (normal N2O-reducing activities) rhizobia. Here, we utilized natural incompatibility systems between soybean and rhizobia to address this challenge. Specifically, Rj2 and GmNNL1 inhibit certain rhizobial infections in response to NopP, an effector protein. By combining a soybean line with a hybrid accumulation of the Rj2 and GmNNL1 genes and Nos++ bradyrhizobia lacking the nopP effector gene, we developed a soybean-bradyrhizobial symbiosis system that Nos++ rhizobial inoculants predominantly infect. This optimized symbiotic system substantially reduced N2O emissions in field and laboratory tests, presenting a promising approach for sustainable agricultural practices.
Ubiquitous Memory Augmentation via Mobile Multimodal Embedding System
Authors: Cai Dongqi , Wang Shangguang , Peng Chen , Zhang Zeling , Lane Nicholas , Xu Mengwei 
Published: January 2025

Abstract

Forgetting is inevitable in human memory. Recently, multimodal embedding models have been proposed to vectorize multimodal reality into a unified embedding space. The generated embeddings can be easily retrieved to help mobile users remember and recall information when needed. However, as the model’s capacity increases, its resource consumption also rises. The resulting slow throughput and significant computational resource requirements hinder its deployment on mobile devices. In this paper, we present Reminisce, the first efficient on-device multimodal embedding system that enables high-throughput and precise retrieval on resource-constrained mobile devices. The core design draws inspiration from the memory functions of the human brain, utilizing coarse-grained embeddings to identify likely candidates, which are then refined through query-driven fine-grained retrieval. A series of algorithm-hardware orchestrated optimizations automatically navigates this process and strengthens the embedding quality. Experiments show that Reminisce provides high-quality embedding representation with high throughput while operating silently in the background with negligible memory usage and reduced energy consumption.
The situation of homeless ındividuals in earthquakes and policy recommendations: A phenomenological study
Authors: Usta Galip 
Published: January 2025

Abstract

This study aims to examine in depth the situation of homeless individuals in earthquakes from the perspective of disaster experts and to present social policy recommendations within this scope. The study was planned qualitatively and phenomenology design was preferred. The data of the study were obtained as a result of interviews with 10 people. In the study, four themes were formed as ‘Vulnerability and Access to Basic Needs’, ‘Information and Safety’, ‘Physical and Psychological Effects’ and ‘Empowerment and Social Integration’. In the study, it was evaluated that homeless individuals have difficulties in accessing basic needs, are socially isolated and stigmatised, face more health risks than other individuals, are not sufficiently included in disaster plans, do not have access to sufficient information, have difficulties in accessing information and support services, and face more security problems than other individuals. As a result, in order to carry out an effective disaster management process in earthquakes, it is recommended to include homeless individuals in comprehensive disaster plans, to identify their special needs, to provide support services to prevent social exclusion, to prepare programmes supporting the social integration of homeless individuals and to organise information campaigns.
Handheld Sensor-Based NDVI Measurement as an Alternative to Destructive Sampling for Growth and Yield Assessment in Maize
Authors: Hammad Hafiz Mohkum , Ahmad Ashfaq , Abbas Farhat , Farooque Aitazaz A. , Willkerson Carol , Ahmad Saeed , Hoogenboom Gerrit 
Published: January 2025

Abstract

The Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) can be an indicator for plant growth response and ultimately yield to water and nitrogen (N) requirements in semi-arid environments. To assess the growth and development of maize through NDVI measurements under various N and irrigation water regimes, a field trial was conducted over two consecutive years at the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, employing split-plot arrangement. The study involved three irrigation water regimes (IWR): normal irrigation, water deficit at the vegetative stage, and water deficit at the reproductive stage. Additionally, five N application rates (NR) were applied: 100, 150, 200, 250, and 300 kg ha− 1 during each study year. The canopy reflectance NDVI data was measured using a Handheld GreenSeeker at ten-day intervals. The results showed that deficit irrigation regimes reduced NDVI, with the maximum decrease observed in IWR3 during both growing seasons. The results also revealed that an increase in N fertilizer application rates led to higher values for NDVI, leaf area index, and total dry matter (TDM). A highly significant and positive correlation of LAI and TDM, was observed with NDVI under different irrigation regimes (ranging R2 = 0.67 to 0.97) and N application rates (ranging R2 = 0.58 to 0.97) throughout the entire growing season. Additionally, all other growth and yield parameters of maize showed a positive and significant correlation with the NDVI values. The study findings suggest that utilization of NDVI measured with a handheld GreenSeeker sensor can effectively determine the impact of irrigation and N on maize grown in a semi-arid environment. Therefore, handheld GreenSeeker sensor has emerged as a promising tool as a more efficient and rapid alternative method for non-destructively measuring maize growth and potentially assessing yield.