bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
A Framework for the Optimization of Efficient Network Data Transfer using SPT Algorithm
Authors: Preet Shiv , Sharma Chirag , Bagga Amandeep , Garg Rachit 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
The wireless network is the engine that powers the new world's economy, and it has invaded space in the form of a satellite-powered interplanetary network. Due to signal attenuation, slowed transmission speeds, complete signal unavailability due to inclement weather, and an abundance of connected users, the wireless network's productivity must be increased as soon as possible. Another issue for IoT applications is the outdated TCP protocol, which is unsuitable for low-consumption and limited-storage IoT objects because the data buffer in these devices is negligible. The revolutionary SPT (Squeeze Pack and Transfer) method has been introduced to improve mobile network efficiency while reducing data file storage by more than 90 percent. Rather than textual symbols, binary patterns are used to compress data, resulting in a higher compression ratio and faster compression performance.
Creating safer cancer care with ethnic minority patients: A qualitative analysis of experiences of cancer service staff
Authors: Chauhan Ashfaq , Newman Bronwyn , Manias Professor Elizabeth , Joseph Ms Kathryn , Leone Desiree , Walpola Ramesh Lahiru , Seale Associate Professor Holly , Smith Associate Professor Allen Ben , Harrison Associate Professor Reema 
Published: August 2023

Abstract

Introduction

Effective consumer engagement practices can enhance patient safety. This is important for consumers from ethnic minority backgrounds who are exposed to increased risk of patient safety events. Using the Systems Engineering Initiative for Patient Safety (SEIPS) model, this study explored staff experiences of creating opportunities for engagement with consumers from ethnic minority backgrounds to contribute to their cancer care safety.

Method

A qualitative study was conducted using semi-structured interviews with cancer service staff from four cancer services across two states in Australia. Purposive sampling was used to recruit healthcare staff from diverse range of professions. Data was analysed using the Framework Analysis method.

Results

Fifty-four interviews were conducted with healthcare staff. Analysis of the qualitative interview data identified enablers and associated challenges that contributed to creating shared understanding between consumers and staff of the information, processes, expectations and problems arising in care. Enablers and challenges are reported in relation to four themes: (1) consumer- service provider dyad; (2) resources to support consumer engagement for safety; (3) organisational and policy levers; and (4) formal tasks incorporate consumer engagement more readily than informal interactions.

Conclusion

The availability of infrastructure and resources to support communication with consumers from ethnic minority backgrounds was limited to specific tasks across the cancer care continuum. Strategies implemented by health services to foster effective communication during formal interactions now need expansion to support and create conditions for effective consumer engagement during informal and everyday care tasks. Use of innovative language support tools and cultural considerations are required at service and system level to support consumer engagement in all type of care interactions.

Public and patient involvement

This study was embedded within a larger project that included a consumer investigator and was guided by a consumer advisory group (CAG). These consumer team members have lived experience of cancer and are from diverse ethnic backgrounds. The CAG members provided feedback on the draft interview guide and participant information for this study.
Assessment of maternal mortality rate and associated risk factors at tertiary hospitals in Burundi (2020-2021): A retrospective cohort study
Authors: Moise Miburo , Murithi Rachael Gakii , Wenjie Dai 
Published: August 2023

Abstract

Background:Burundi continues to struggle with maternal mortality (MM). It has been demonstrated that other variables, whether direct or indirect, contribute to the majority of maternal deaths that take place in healthcare institutions. Early risk factor identification is crucial for thorough intervention measures to be developed to prevent pregnancy-related problems.Objective:To investigate maternal mortality rate (MMR) and identify its associated risk factors among women aged 15 to 49 years at four tertiary hospitals in Burundi.Methods:We collected data describing all pregnancies from January 2020 to December 2021 among women enrolled in Centre Hospital-University of Kamenge (CHUK), Military Hospital of Kamenge (MHK), Prince Regent Charles Hospital (PRCH), and Clinical Hospital Prince Louis Rwagasore (CHPLR) referral hospitals. We reported the proportion of mothers who died per pregnancy and the MMR. Multivariate regression models were used to determine the maternal, pregnancy-related, delivery, and postpartum factors that were associated with maternal death.Results:There were 31,968 deliveries in total in CHUK, MHK, PRCH, and CHPLR referral hospitals, 125 of which resulted in maternal fatalities that could be verified. The total live births were 31,067, yielding an MMR of 402 per 100,000 live births. The mean age of women with maternal deaths was 33 years. When adjusted for study site and the other variables, our findings suggest a significant association between MMR and direct and indirect causes of maternal death, (F (8, 116) = 2.18, p < .05). There was a significant association between MMR and haemorrhage and uterine rupture, where in both cases p is less than 0.05. There was a significant association between MMR and community-level characteristics, (F (7, 117) = 9.91, p < .05). Additionally, there was a significant association between MMR and type of delay, (F (3, 121) = 2.76, p < .05). Whereas, second delay (delayed identification and arrival at the referral hospitals for treatment) was significantly associated with MMR, with p = 0.005.Conclusion:The main contributing factors to MM in 2020-2021 were haemorrhage, uterine rupture, and second delay. Reducing maternal fatalities in CHUK, MHK, PRCH, and CHPLR requires the implementation of ANC programs on the management of obstetric problems.
Biosorptive removal of selected metal ions from simulated wastewater using highly metal-resistant bacteria
Authors: Hussain Ali , Hasan Ali , Sherzada Shahid , Noor Tahir , Ahmad Shehzad , Kaoma Mwansa , Elsehly Emad M. 
Published: August 2023

Abstract

In the current scenario of the need for cost-effective remediation, our study aimed to assess the remedial potential of bacteria obtained from metal-rich wastewater. To simulate the conditions, we prepared wastewater containing five toxic metals (Cu, Cr, Ni, Fe, and Pb). Two types of metal-resistant bacteria were isolated from a prominent wastewater drain in Lahore, Pakistan. These isolated bacteria were thoroughly characterized, both phenotypically and genotypically. Subsequently, the isolated bacteria were exposed to the wastewater solution containing each of the aforementioned metals at a concentration of 250 ppm. The exposed isolates were then incubated for a duration of 15 days. After 5 days, we measured the uptake of metals by the bacterial isolates. Following the 15-day incubation period, we observed that the bacterial isolates demonstrated the maximum efficiency in removing metals, with approximately 47.5% of Fe, 77% of Ni, 75.75% of Cu, 64% of Cr, and 82.5% of Pb being removed. These findings have significant implications for the development of environmentally friendly and cost-effective strategies for metal ion remediation.
SETTLEMENT OF BANKING DISPUTE IN INDONESIA
Authors: Doly Denico 
Published: August 2023

This article talks about dispute between costumer and the bank. Settlement of disputes should be resolved by the principle of fast, accurate and cheap. Issues raised in this paper is how an ideal dispute resolution process to resolve dispute banking. This paper describes the advantages and disadvantages in any dispute resolution process both through litigation and non litigation. Based in the principles of fast, accurate and cheap it is explained that banks in Indonesia must resolve their disputes through non litigation or ADR. Tulisan ini membicarakan mengenai penyelesaian sengketa antara nasabah dengan bank. Penyelesaian sengketa harusnya diselesaikan dengan prinsip cepat, tepat dan murah. Permasalahan yang diangkat dalam tulisan ini yaitu bagaimana proses penyelesaian sengketa yang ideal dalam menyelesaikan sengketa perbankan. Tulisan ini menggambarkan mengenai kelebihan dan kekurangan dalam setiap proses penyelesaian sengketa baik melalui jalur litigasi maupun non litigasi. Berdasarkan prinsip cepat, tepat dan murah maka dipaparkan bahwa perbankan di Indonesia harus menyelesaikan sengketanya melalui jalur non litigasi atau ADR.
TINJAUAN KEADILAN SOSIAL TERHADAP HUKUM TATA PANGAN INDONESIA
Authors: Hermawan Sulhani Hermawan 
Published: August 2023

This paper tries to explore the perspectives of social justice concepts for food laws in Indonesia, especially food and farm. The analysis begin with critical study about positive Laws in Indonesia on food and farm. This is followed by critical study for Regulation of Government on food and farm. Philosophical study of justice and injustice, the facts of injustice for majority of Indonesian farmers, are used to look critically how the positive laws on food and farm become the trigger of the injustice. Tulisan ini mengungkap perspektif keadilan sosial terhadap Hukum Tata Pangan di Indonesia, terutama pangan dan pertanian. Analisis dimulai dengan studi kritis terhadap Undang-Undang di Indonesia tentang tata pangan dan pertanian lalu diikuti dengan studi kritis terhadap beberapa Peraturan Pemerintah yang terkait dengan UU tersebut. Kajian filosofis soal keadilan dan ketidakadilan serta beberapa fakta tentang ketidakadilan yang diderita oleh mayoritas petani Indonesia, dipakai untuk menyoroti secara kritis bagaimana hukum positif tentang tata pangan dan pertanian justru menjadi pemicu ketidakadilan tersebut.
ASYLUM SEEKERS IN JAPAN: A HARD ROAD
Authors: Shahrullah Rini Shahriyani , Aburto Ana Carolina Villalobos 
Published: August 2023

Japan has ratified the 1951 Convention regarding the status of Refugees and the 1967 Protocol relating to the Status of Refugees since 1981 and 1982, yet Japan only accepted an exceptionally low number of refugees in the course 30 years since it ratified the Convention. Japan needs to closely revise and align its national policies with international agreements that it is signatory to. The main framework with which Japan’s government still tackles the issue of refugees is tightly restrained by its overall controlling immigration policies in an attempt to remain a homogenous nation. Japan has a long way to go in order to fully comply with the spirit of the Convention, the Protocol, and international instruments relating to the Status of Refugees. Jepang telah meratifikasi Konvensi Mengenai Status Pengungsi 1951 dan Protokol tentang Kedudukan Pengungsi 1967 sejak tahun 1981 dan 1982, namun Jepang hanya menerima sejumlah kecil pengungsi dalam kurun waktu 30 tahun sejak diratifikasinya konvensi tersebut. Jepang harus meninjau kembali dan memastikan bahwa kebijakan-kebijakan nasional negaranya telah sesuai dengan perjanjian internasional yang telah ditandatangani Jepang. Kerangka kerja pemerintah Jepang dalam menangani isu pengungsi sangat dibatasi oleh berbagai pengetatan kebijakan imigrasi yang dikeluarkan dalam semangat mempertahankan homogenitas bangsa. Jepang memiliki banyak pekerjaan rumah yang harus dilakukan agar dapat memenuhi semangat konvensi, protokol, dan berbagai instrumen internasional terkait status pengungsi.
Pendekatan Hukum terhadap Pembangunan Berkelanjutan Melalui Pengaturan Tanggung Jawab Sosial Perusahaan
Authors: Santoso Budi 
Published: August 2023

The lack of contribution of multinational companies to sustainable development leads to the society urging multinational companies to implement corporate social responsibility (CSR). In the eye of law, CSR regulations constitues as legal tool that can be utilised as a soft approach to support sustainable development. Kontribusi perusahaan multinasional terhadap pembangunan berkelanjutan di rasakan mas ih kurang. Banyak pihak kemudian menuntut perusahaan multinasional melaksanakan tanggung jawab sosial perusahaan (CSR). Oleh karena itu, pengaturan CSR dalam konteks hukum merupakan suatu piranti hukum lunak yang dapat dijadikan sebagai pendekatan untuk mendukung pembangunan berkelanjutan.
Kedudukan Asas Efisiensi Pemungutan Pajak dalam Hukum Acara Perpajakan di Indonesia
Authors: Nugroho Adrianto Dwi 
Published: August 2023

Procedural tax legislations in Indonesia have been formulated as to ensure that the principle possesses supremacy above other principles, such as equality. However, in order to maintain integrity of the tax system, such legislations were also formulated as to provide flexibility for tax administrators in enforcing the most proper measure, administrative or criminal, in each case. Hukum acara perpajakan di Indonesia dirancang untuk memastikan prinsip kedaulatan berada di atas prinsip-prinsip yang lain, seperti kesetaraan. Namun, dalam rangka Menjaga penyatuan sistem perpajakan, produk legislasi juga telah dirumuskan untuk memberikan fleksibilitas kepada pemungut pajak dalam menegakkan hukum berdasarkan standar yang tepat, baik administratif maupun pidana pada setiap perkara perpajakan.
Tingkat Integritas Instansi Pelayanan BPN dan Samsat di Provinsi DIY
Authors: Mochtar Zainal Arifin , Halili Hasrul 
Published: August 2023

This research questions the standard operational procedures applied in Samsat and BPN Yogyakarta. Result shows how the integrity level of these institutions is potential to be enhanced by opening wide access of information and by eradicating tipping and illegal payment. Improvement of reward and punishment system must also be done. Fokus penelitian ini adalah prosedur operasional standar yang digunakan oleh Samsat dan BPN Yogyakarta. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa tingkat integritas kedua institusi ini berpotensi untuk dikembangkan dengan cara membuka keran informasi dan mengeliminasi budaya tips dan pungutan liar serta memperbaiki sistem reward and punishment.
A importância da leitura, da escrita e da oralidade no plano de aula de FLE: contribuições para a formação inicial e o letramento docente
Authors: Melo Priscilla Barbosa de Oliveira , Santana Liviane Gomes Ataíde , Santana Ady Sá Teles 
Published: August 2023

Através deste ensaio teórico, promovemos uma reflexão acerca do fazer docente do professor de Francês Língua Estrangeira (FLE), enfocando a formação inicial e o letramento docente, propondo um modelo de plano de aula ajustável aos variados temas ministrados na sala de aula da Educação Básica destacando oralidade, leitura e escrita. Baseando-se na experiência com a formação inicial do professor, concentramos esforços na importância da elaboração dos planos de aula, identificando o lugar da leitura, da escrita e da oralidade, focando no processo de ensino e aprendizagem da língua francesa e, portanto, tratando do plano de aula, sua relevância e composição, visando a sala de aula e a prática docente de FLE. Desenvolvemos uma pesquisa de caráter etnográfico, uma vez que nos respaldamos em nossa prática de ensino em estágio supervisionado, observando os planos de aula e verificando a necessidade de melhor direcionar os estudantes, referenciando-nos em Anecleto e Miranda (2016), Libâneo (2006), Reichmann (2012), Vian Jr. e Rojo (2020), dentre outros. Sendo assim, verificamos que podemos adaptar o plano de aula às particularidades de cada turma, ampliar, refletir e problematizar as possibilidades de elaboração do plano e, deste modo, contribuir para a formação inicial e continuada do docente de FLE.
Investor Reaction to SPACs’ Voluntary Disclosures
Authors: Castellani Vincent , Muller Karl A. , Park K. J. 
Published: August 2023

ABSTRACT
SPACs are formed to combine with and provide a private firm public trading status and a capital infusion. Firms that enter the public market through a SPAC combination are believed to possess greater voluntary disclosure discretion than traditional IPOs as they obtain their public trading status through a merger. Consistent with regulators’ concerns, recent research finds that SPACs use this discretion opportunistically by issuing optimistic guidance. This study examines how investors respond to these disclosures. We find that optimistic projections increase retail purchasing, which is higher than that of institutional purchasing. Additionally, we find that investors partially see through the optimism and exit at the redemption date. Furthermore, we find that institutional investors increasingly divest their holdings for combinations with optimistic projections. Investors as a whole, however, fail to see through the optimism, as combinations with optimistic projections considerably underperform in the two years following the combination.
Data Availability: All data are publicly available from the sources identified in the text.
JEL Classifications: M41.
ULTRASTRUCTURAL ORGANIZATION OF THE RETINA LAYERS OF THE RAT IN NORM
Authors: Paltov Yevgeny 
Published: August 2023

The use of experimental animals with the aim of studying the dynamics of morphological changes requires deep knowledge of the initial indicators of the structure of the studied object in norm. In scientiﬁ c medical literature, great importance belonges to the study of the retina in norm and the processes of changes in its structure under the inﬂ uence of various nosologies. Considering the complexity of the retina structure and its role in the receiving information from the surrounding environment, it is important to understand the peculiarities of its layered organization in order to create a morphological basis for further comparing the experimental material and comparing it with the initial indicators of the norm with the results obtained at diﬀ erent periods of the experimentally reproduced pathology. The aim of the study was to ﬁ nd out the peculiarities of the layered structure of the cellular elements of the retina on the ultrastructural level in norm. Material and methods. The research material was 10 sexually mature, purebred male rats, weighing 160 g, aged 4.5 months. Before taking the material of the experimental area, the animal was removed from the experiment with the help of diethyl ether. Rat eyeballs were used as material for ultrastructural research. Ultrastructural samples were prepared according to the generally accepted method. As a result of our study of the retina of an intact group of animals, its layers preserved a clear stratiﬁ cation architecture. The layer of the pigment epithelium was localized on Bruch’s membrane, choroidal vessels contained single erythrocytes and blood plasma. The nuclei of the pigment epithelium were preserved, the basal folds of the plasmolemma were clearly contoured. Small phagosomes were located in the cytoplasm of the pigment epithelium in one or two rows. The apical microvilli of the pigment epithelium were preserved, the interphotoreceptor space was hermetic. The membrane discs of the outer segments of the rods were clearly contoured. The cytoplasmic isthmus between the outer and inner segments of photoreceptors was intact. The outer boundary membrane was intensively osmophilic, preserved. Photoreceptor nuclei in the outer nuclear layer, clearly contoured. The synaptic zone of the outer reticular layer contained synaptic membranes and synaptic vesicles. The nuclei of horizontal and bipolar cells, the nuclei of Mьller cells and the nuclei of amacrine cells were located in the inner nuclear layer. The lumens of the vessels of the inner reticular layer were not dilated, they contained single erythrocytes. Nuclei and perikaryons of ganglion cells were arranged in one or two rows. Cytoplasmic structures of large gangloinary cells were preserved.
Breaking through the glass ceiling: Experiences of academic women who have advanced to leadership roles in tertiary education in New Zealand
Authors: Dickson Michelle 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Recent data shows a continuing trend of gender disparity in leadership positions in tertiary education in New Zealand with men dominating higher levels of employment and advancing at faster rates than women. This study explored the experiences of six academic women who have advanced to leadership roles in New Zealand to examine the role that gender plays in their career progression. It found a range of gendered experiences including negative incidents of sexism and obstacles to advancing. There were also stories of positive experiences of supportive work environments and initiatives such as mentoring that have aided them to gain leadership positions. Participants recognised the complexity of gender issues acknowledging the range of factors and perceptions that influence their experiences in academia.
PLA filament is not equal to PLA filament: Experimental studies of the influence of the type of pigment on the mechanical and thermal properties of poly(lactic acid) products
Authors: Iwko Jacek , Jaruga Tomasz , Trzaska Oliwia , Stachowiak Tomasz 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
The correct manufacture of products using FDM printers is not an easy task, taking into account the value and repeatability of material properties. The properties of elements manufactured in this way depend on many factors, both technological and material. Poly(lactic acid) PLA is one of the most willingly used materials in additive techniques. It is sold in a very wide range of colours. This work was intended to answer the question of how the type of pigment affects the mechanical and thermal properties of products obtained from PLA. The correlation between the material properties and the structure of the material as well as the macroscopic structure of the product has also been investigated. The paper analyses the mechanical and thermal properties of products made of PLA filaments in 12 basic colours obtained from one supplier. Bending, impact strength, HDT and Vicat softening point tests were carried out. The percentage content of residues after calcination the samples was determined. Additional analysis (DSC) was performed to interpret the obtained tests results. They indicate that the mechanical properties differ significantly between different types of PLA with differences of up to 45%. Vicat softening point tests indicate differences of 5°C between the extreme values of these parameters. The DSC interpretive study did not clearly show the reasons for these differences in the properties of the filaments.
Enhancement of inverse-distance-weighting 2D interpolation using accelerated decline
Authors: Ruffhead Andrew Carey 
Published: August 2023

Abstract
Two-dimensional interpolation – or surface fitting – is an approximation tool with applications in geodetic datum transformations, terrain modelling and geoid determination. It can also be applied to many other forms of geographic point data, including rainfall, chemical concentrations and noise levels. The problem of fitting of a smooth continuous interpolant to a bivariate function is particularly difficult if the dataset of control points is scattered irregularly. A typical approach is a weighted sum of data values where the sum of the weights is always unity. Weighting by inverse distance to a power is one approach, although a power greater than 1 is needed to ensure smooth results. One advantage over other methods is that data values can be incorporated into the interpolated surface. One disadvantage is the influence of distant points. A simple cut-off limit on distance would affect continuity. This study proposes a transition range of accelerated decline by means of an adjoining polynomial. This preserves smoothness and continuity in the interpolating surface. Case studies indicate accuracy advantages over standard versions of inverse-distance weighting.