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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202409.0871.v1

Enhanced Multi-Scale Attention-Driven 3D Human Reconstruction from Single Image

Yong Ren, Mingquan Zhou, Pengbo Zhou, Shibo Wang, Yangyang Liu, Guohua Geng, Kang Li, Xin Cao

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning Keywords: enhancing multi-scale attention; single image; normal map; human reconstruction

Online: 11 September 2024 (10:34:23 CEST)

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Due to the inherent limitations of a single viewpoint, reconstructing 3D human meshes 1 from a single image has long been a challenging task. While deep learning networks enable us to 2 approximate the shape of unseen sides, capturing the texture details of the non-visible side remains 3 difficult with just one image. Traditional methods utilize Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) 4 to predict the normal maps of the non-visible side, thereby inferring detailed textures and wrinkles 5 on the model’s surface. However, we have identified challenges with existing normal prediction 6 networks when dealing with complex scenes, such as a lack of focus on local features and insufficient 7 modeling of spatial relationships.To address these challenges, we introduce EMAR—Enhanced 8 Multi-scale Attention-driven Single Image 3D Human Reconstruction. This approach incorporates 9 a novel Enhanced Multi-Scale Attention (EMSA) mechanism, which excels at capturing intricate 10 features and global relationships in complex scenes. EMSA surpasses traditional single-scale attention 11 mechanisms by adaptively adjusting the weights between features, enabling the network to more 12 effectively leverage information across various scales.Furthermore, we have improved the feature 13 fusion method to better integrate representations from different scales. This enhanced feature fusion 14 allows the network to more comprehensively understand both fine details and global structures 15 within the image. Finally, we have designed a hybrid loss function tailored to the introduced attention 16 mechanism and feature fusion method, optimizing the network’s training process and enhancing the 17 quality of reconstruction results.Our network demonstrates significant improvements in performance 18 for 3D human model reconstruction. Experimental results show that our method exhibits greater 19 robustness to challenging poses compared to traditional single-scale approaches.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202405.0966.v1

Machine Reading Comprehension Model Based on Fusion of Mixed Attention

Yanfeng Wang, Ning Ma, Zechen Guo

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning Keywords: Machine reading comprehension; hybrid attention mechanism; DuReader2; BERT

Online: 14 May 2024 (11:35:07 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201901.0278.v1

Cultural Identity in Conservation of the Cultural Landscape values in Uraman Takht Village—Iran

laleh Ramezani, Mahdiar Nezam, Somayeh Fadaei Nezhad, Pirouz Hanachi

Subject: Arts And Humanities, Art Keywords: cultural identity; conservation; cultural landscape; value; Uraman Takh

Online: 28 January 2019 (12:11:03 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202312.1344.v1

Chinese Cultural Values and Happiness: the Composition and Expanse of Happiness Circle

Xu Erjia, Liao Sihua, Hu Ping

Subject: Social Sciences, Psychology Keywords: Happiness; Chinese Cultural Values; Happiness Circle; Psychological Traditionality; Psychological Modernity

Online: 18 December 2023 (13:05:08 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202405.1038.v1

Determinants Determining the Farmer Participation and the Development of Shallot Farming in Search of Effective Farm Management Practices: Evidence Grounded in Structural Equation Modeling Results

Andi Amran Asriadi, Muslim Salam, Rahmawaty Andi Nadja, Letty Fudjaja, Didi Rukmana, Muhammad Hatta Jamil, Muhammad Arsyad, Rahmadanih Rahmadanih, Rafiqah Maulidiyah

Subject: Social Sciences, Geography, Planning And Development Keywords: farmer participation; shallot farming; structural equation modeling; Bantaeng regency

Online: 15 May 2024 (17:06:09 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201810.0047.v1

Sustainable Development of Socio-cultural Capital in the City Divided by Border

Łukasz Wróblewski, Bogusław Dziadzia

Subject: Social Sciences, Sociology Keywords: sustainable development, socio-cultural capital, city divided by the border, Cieszyn-Český Těšín

Online: 3 October 2018 (12:58:37 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202112.0378.v1

Adapting Traditional Healing Values and Beliefs Into Therapeutic Cultural Environments for Health and Well-Being

Bruno Marques, Claire Freeman, Lyn Carter

Subject: Arts And Humanities, Architecture Keywords: therapeutic landscapes; therapeutic environments; Indigenous knowledge; Mātauranga Māori; Rongoā Māori; traditional healing; health and well-being; cultural landscapes; cultural geography; landscape architecture

Online: 23 December 2021 (10:12:15 CET)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202311.1761.v1

How to Incorporate Cultural Values and Heritage in Maritime Spatial Planning (MSP): A Systematic Review

Eirini Aikaterini Barianaki, Stella Sofia Kyvelou, Dimitrios G. Ierapetritis

Subject: Social Sciences, Geography, Planning And Development Keywords: Maritime Spatial Planning; Coastal management; Socio-cultural values; Cultural Ecosystem Services; participatory approach; local communities

Online: 28 November 2023 (07:19:29 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202402.0659.v1

Changes in the Range of Four Advantageous Grasshopper Habitats in the Hexi Corridor Under Climate Change

Donghong Li, Huilin Gan, Xiaopeng Li, Huili Zhou, Hang Zhang, Yaomeng Liu, Rui Dong, Limin Hua, Guixin Hu

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Insect Science Keywords: grasshopper; MaxEnt; Climate change; Suitable areas; Hexi Corridor

Online: 12 February 2024 (10:27:33 CET)

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Oedaleus decorus asiaticus, Calliptamus abbreviatus, Angaracris rhodopa, and Myrmeleotettix palpalis are the main grasshoppers that harm the natural grassland in the Hexi Corridor. In this study, the MaxEnt model was employed to identify the key environmental factors affecting the distribution of the four grasshoppers habitats and to assess their distribution under current and future climate change conditions. The aim was to provide a basis for grasshopper monitoring, prediction, and precise control. In this study, 61 occurrences of O. decorus asiaticus, 68 occurrences of A. rhodopa, 58 occurrences of C. abbreviatus, and 92 occurrences of M. palpalis were recorded by GPS, and the distribution of suitable habitats for O. decorus asiaticus, C. abbreviatus, A. rhodopa, and M. palpalis were predicted under current and future climatic scenarios using a MaxEnt model. The average AUC and TSS values of the four grasshoppers were greater than 0.9, and the simulation results were excellent and highly reliable. The mean annual precipitation was the main factor limiting the current range of suitable areas for these four species. Under the current climate, O. asiaticus, C. abbreviatus, and A. rhodopa were mainly distributed in the central and eastern parts of the Hexi Corridor, and M. palpalis was distributed throughout the Hexi Corridor, with a potential distribution area of 1.44×104, 1.43×104, 1.29×104, and 2.12×104 km2, accounting for 15.3, 15.2, 13.7, and 22.5% of the total area of the grasslands in the Hexi Corridor, respectively. The highly suitable areas of O. asiaticus, C. abbreviatus, and A. rhodopa were mainly distributed in the east-central part of Zhangye City, the western part of Wuwei City, and the western and southern part of Jinchang City, with areas of 0.35×104, 0.29×104, and 0.20×104 km2, accounting for 3.7, 3, and 2.2% of the grassland area, respectively. The high habitat of M. palpalis was mainly distributed in the southeast of Jiuquan City, the west, middle, and east of Zhangye City, the west of Wuwei City, and the west and south of Jinchang City, with an area of 0.32×104 km2, accounting for 3.4% of the grassland area. In the 2030s, the range of O. asiaticus, C. abbreviatus, A. rhodopa, and M. palpalis was predicted to decrease.

Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202106.0619.v1

Natural Products From Madagascar, Socio-Cultural Usage, and Potential Applications in Advanced Biomedicine: A Concise Review

Camillo La Mesa, Oliarinony Ranalison, Lovasoa N. Randriantseheno, Gianfranco Risuleo

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Biochemistry And Molecular Biology Keywords: Natural products; Madagascan active principles; Nano-delivery.

Online: 25 June 2021 (12:02:28 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202405.1873.v1

Integrating Family Business Values into Cultural Heritage Stewardship at Malacca Heritage World Site, Malaysia

Noorfathehah Abdullah Sani, Yusnita Yusof

Subject: Arts And Humanities, Humanities Keywords: cultural heritage; tourism; entrepreneurship; family business

Online: 28 May 2024 (13:05:17 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202112.0106.v1

Birth by Caesarean Section and Offspring Overweight and Obesity in Adult Life: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Manuela Chiavarini, Benedetta De Socio, Irene Giacchetta, Roberto Fabiani

Subject: Medicine And Pharmacology, Pediatrics, Perinatology And Child Health Keywords: cesarean section; body mass index; obesity; meta-analysis

Online: 7 December 2021 (13:48:15 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202307.0563.v1

ChatGPT and the Generation of Digitally Born “Knowledge”: How Does a Generative AI Language Model Interpret Cultural Heritage Values?

Dirk H.R. Spennemann

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning Keywords: artificial intelligence; ChatGPT; construction of values; cultural heritage; cultural relativism; digitally born content; heritage management; falsified references; language model; machine learning

Online: 10 July 2023 (09:41:40 CEST)

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Working Paper ARTICLE

Presence of Sustainability in the Curricula of the Spanish State Degree in Pedagogy from an Inclusive and Socio-Cultural Approach

Juan A. Rodríguez, Olga M. Alegre

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Accounting And Taxation Keywords: sustainability; inclusive education; pedagogy; degrees; study plans

Online: 26 March 2021 (10:19:56 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202409.1689.v1

The Application of the Binary Logistic Regression Model in Examining the Effects of Input Factor Allocation on Tangerine Production: Empirical Evidence from Selayar Islands Regency, Indonesia

Abdushamad Abdushamad, Muslim Salam, A. Nixia Tenriawaru, Muhammad Hatta Jamil, Didi Rukmana, Nurdjanah Hamid, Nitty Hirawaty Kamarulzaman, Rahmadanih Rahmadanih, Heliawaty Heliawaty, Nurbaya Busthanul, Siti Hardiyanti Syam, Ahmad Imam Muslim, Muhammad Ridwan

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Horticulture Keywords: production factors; input allocation; tangerine production; binary logistic regression; Selayar Islands Regency

Online: 23 September 2024 (12:10:56 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202409.1654.v1

The Socio-Political Implications of Deepfakes in Developing Countries

Lailoma Noor, Itba Malahat, Haya Noor

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning Keywords: deepfakes; artificial intelligence; misinformation; developing countries; political stability

Online: 23 September 2024 (08:46:48 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202104.0051.v2

Socio-cultural Approach in Developing the Quality of Clinical Education in the Millennium Era: A Literature Review (New Paradigm)

Lisnadiyanti Lisnadiyanti, Moses Glorino Rumambo Pandin

Subject: Medicine And Pharmacology, Immunology And Allergy Keywords: clinical instructor, clinical education, transcultural, intercultural communication, socio-culture and millennial generation

Online: 16 April 2021 (11:20:50 CEST)

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Clinical education is a method that is applied to formal nurse education as a step to provide real and direct learning experiences in the nursing environment correctly and effectively. The success of education in a clinical setting certainly requires the support of teaching nurses (clinical instructors) who have credibility and competence in terms of knowledge, attitudes and skills and are actively involved in professional activities. The diversity of backgrounds of nurses and students, including patients, certainly contributes to a shift in paradigms and perspectives for the nursing environment both in education and in clinical settings in health services. Responding to this cultural diversity, it is important to prepare knowledge and understanding related to transcultural nursing issues, intercultural communication and clinical education which explores the socio-cultural elements in the implementation of staff, students and patients. Purpose: The purpose of this literature review is to identify the extent to which nurse educators play a role by including socio-cultural and transcultural aspects in efforts to develop the quality of education in clinical practice environments in the millennium era. Method: The method of writing this article uses 11 literature review, the publication year period 2019,2020 and 2021 with sources from 4 databases such as science Direct, Scopus, ProQues and Elsevier. The review guidelines used are based on Prisma and the Joanna Briggs Institutute. The level of eligibility is identified through the title, abstract, research methodology as well as the type of scholarly journal and full text. Results: The results of the reviews found are presented in a narrative form. The results of the review study found that there were 11 articles explaining the competence of clinical education based on the socio-cultural approach, which is an educational strategy in the clinical area that integrates transcultural elements of nursing, intercultural communication, collaboration, self-directed with the principles of openness, honesty, and mutual respect in the implementation of team interaction and collaboration. The development of interpersonal relationships is also an important role that educators must have in helping to introduce the nurse orientation process to the organizational environment and other professional teams so that the achievement of satisfaction with clinical education is able to improve the performance of nurses and students perfectly. Conclusion: Clinical education which is supported by the competence of nurse educators (clinical instructors) who have individual and professional competences has a role to play in improving clinical learning outcomes by both students and nurses with a socio-cultural and transcultural strategic approach that will create satisfaction with the achievement of clinical competence and performance effectively.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201807.0099.v1

An Analysis of the Multi-Cultural Characteristics of the Pre-Service Teachers in Terms of the Values They Have

Suat POLAT

Subject: Social Sciences, Education Keywords: Multiculturalism, value, teacher candidate.

Online: 5 July 2018 (15:51:47 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202407.0740.v1

The Importance of Landscape Design in Hospital Settings – Results of a Pilot Study in Poland

Monika Trojanowska, Joanna Matuszewska

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Public Health And Health Services Keywords: hospital design; landscape design; architecture; urban design; landscape architecture; healing gardens; patients' preferences

Online: 10 July 2024 (12:56:58 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202402.1285.v1

Cultural Heritage Tourism in Tanzania: A Systematic Literature Review

Stephen Bakari

Subject: Social Sciences, Tourism, Leisure, Sport And Hospitality Keywords: Cultural Heritage Tourism; Research Gaps; Systematic Literature Review

Online: 22 February 2024 (12:44:43 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202405.0421.v1

Assessing Industrial Past and Cultural Change over Industrial Lands along Hangzhou Section of Chinese Grand Canal

Furan CAO, Bin Zhu, Lingyan Huang, Chao Liu

Subject: Social Sciences, Urban Studies And Planning Keywords: Industrial Lands; Chinese Grand Canal; Cultural Change; Industrial Heritage

Online: 7 May 2024 (16:54:41 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202403.1550.v1

Cultural Heritage and Virtual Reality: A Setup for Balzi Rossi Museum

Saverio Iacono, Matteo Scaramuzzino, Luca Martini, Chiara Panelli, Daniele Zolezzi, Massimo Perotti, Antonella Traverso, Gianni Vercelli

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Computer Vision And Graphics Keywords: Virtual reality; Cultural Heritage; 3D Reconstruction

Online: 26 March 2024 (07:27:47 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202408.1074.v1

Socio-Demographic Factors, Behaviors, Motivations, and Attitudes in Food Waste Management of Romanian Households

Elena Morosan, Adriana Maria Dărăban, Violeta Popovici, Andreea Rusu, Elena Iuliana Ilie, Monica Licu, Oana Karampelas, Dumitru Lupuliasa, Emma Adriana Ozon, Vanessa-Maria Maravela, Ioana Andreea Popescu

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Public Health And Health Services Keywords: household food waste; food purchase behavior; home food cooking; food waste frequency; homemade food waste; food waste interest; food waste awareness

Online: 14 August 2024 (12:47:06 CEST)

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(1) Background: Food waste (FW) in Romania is 70 Kg/capita/year, while 70% of food waste comes from public catering, retail services, and households (over 50% – 47 million tons). (2) Methods: A cross-sectional observational study was conducted using an online questionnaire via the Google Forms platform from 15 April 2023 to 15 May 2023. The questionnaire was designed to assess various aspects, such as some socio-demographic information (age, sex, occupation, area of residence, study level, household members number, children < 18 years of age); the personal involvement and frequency of food purchases and homemade food cooking; the main sources that generate food waste; the motivation and frequency with which food waste occurs; the level of awareness regarding the impact of food waste; the respondents' intentions regarding sustainable behaviors and practices food management; the level of information and familiarity of the respondents with the notions of validity and how these may influence their food consumption decisions. (3) The results show that FW incidence is occasionally (42%), very rarely (43.33%), frequently (15%), and no food waste was reported by 2.66% of respondents. The [35-44] age category records the highest FW frequency, followed by [18-24]. The most wasted are homemade food (29.67%), bread and bakery products (27.00%), and fruits and vegetables (14.33%). High involvement in purchasing and buying food following a previously established list reduces FW frequency. The same is valid for high daily involvement in food and homemade cooking. High interest in the FW problem and its perception as a waste of money leads to diminishing it, while guilty feelings increase the FW level (37.50% to 73.33%). (4) Conclusions: The present study shows that household food waste management is a multifactorial process that involves numerous socio-demographic, behavioral, and emotional aspects. Extensive data analysis supports our results, revealing deep self-reported information details and confirming its complex approach.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201607.0068.v1

SOCIO-ECONOMIC BENEFIT OF WETLAND ECOSYSTEM (IN CASE OF LAKE ZIWAY)

Gezahegne Gebremedhin, Satishkumer Belliethathan

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Economics Keywords: Fishermen; Lake Ziway; Small scale irrigation users; Socioeconomic benefit; Wetland ecosystem service

Online: 22 July 2016 (16:02:46 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201804.0241.v1

Feynman Paths and Weak Values

Robert Flack, Basil Hiley

Subject: Physical Sciences, Theoretical Physics Keywords: Dirac 'trajectories'; Feynman paths; Weak values; Bohm approach.

Online: 18 April 2018 (14:29:26 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202402.0962.v1

Clinical Variables and Peripheral Biomarkers Associated with Substance-Induced Psychotic Disorder: Which Differences between Alcohol, Cannabis and Psychostimulants?

Martina Di Paolo, Antonia Calabrese, Guido Nosari, Valentina Ciappolino, Luisa Cirella, Alice Caldiroli, Enrico Capuzzi, Massimo Clerici, Massimiliano Buoli

Subject: Medicine And Pharmacology, Psychiatry And Mental Health Keywords: alcohol; cannabis; clinical variables; peripheral biomarkers; psychostimulants; substance-induced psychotic disorder

Online: 19 February 2024 (14:34:50 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202405.0425.v1

Cross-Cultural Intelligent Language Learning System (CILS): Leveraging AI to Facilitate Language Learning Strategies in Cross-Cultural Communication

Yina Xia, Seong-Yoon Shin, Jong-Chan Kim

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning Keywords: Cross-Cultural Communication; Artificial Intelligence in Education; Adaptive Learning Technologies; Language Learning Systems; Intercultural Competence

Online: 8 May 2024 (09:35:34 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202404.0683.v1

Gamifying Cultural Heritage: The Digitization Journey of Genoa University Museum System (SMA-UniGe)

Lara La Tessa, Stefano Schiaparelli, Mauro Coccoli, Saverio Iacono, Gianni Vercelli, Daniele Zolezzi

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Other Keywords: Digital Heritage; Gamification; User Experience

Online: 10 April 2024 (09:40:10 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202409.0710.v1

Nutritional Values of Wheat and the Roles and Functions of Its Compositions in Health

Md. Zaherul Islam, Mohammad Nur Alam, Mohammad Mokhlesur Rahman, Mohammad Zaherul Islam, Aminur Rahman

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Plant Sciences Keywords: Gluten proteins; Nutritional quality; Vitamins and minerals; Wheat grain

Online: 9 September 2024 (16:45:04 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202407.2277.v1

Investigating School Principals' Burnout: A Cross-Cultural Perspective on Stress, Sustainability, and Organizational Climate

Remus Sibisanu, Stanislav Cseminschi, Andreea Ionica, Monica Leba, Anca Draghici, Yunis Nassar

Subject: Engineering, Other Keywords: stress; burnout; heartrate; organizational climate; fuzzy; high school principals’ wellbeing

Online: 29 July 2024 (09:38:35 CEST)

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Preprint BRIEF REPORT | doi:10.20944/preprints202402.0360.v1

A Brief Report on the Correlation between Empathy and Gender Sensitivity among Italian Medical University Students

Giulia Savarese, Luna Carpinelli, Giovanna Stornaiuolo, Stefano Bifulco, Giorgia Bruno, Marco Navarra

Subject: Social Sciences, Psychology Keywords: gender awareness; medical university students; empathy; gender stereotypes; medical-patient relation

Online: 6 February 2024 (13:43:25 CET)

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Background: Gender stereotypes and biases can influence perceptions of competence and suitability for certain medical specialties. Empathy is an important component of an optimal doctor-patient relationship. The scope of our study is to verify the correlation between “empathetic" behavioral style with attention and sensibility to the gender differences of patients of the medical students. Methods: An online survey was conducted using the Jefferson Scale for Empathy (JSE), to measure empathy in the context of health professions education and patient care; and the Nijmegen Gender Awareness in Medicine Scale (N-GAMS), which measures attitudes and assumptions about gender. A total of 234 students (52.1% M; mean age: 22.68±2.48) from Medicine and Surgery at the University of Salerno (Italy) participated, of whom n° 175 were third-year students and n° 59 were fifth-year students. Results: The JSE score shows that male students have higher scores (77.29±12.38) than females (75.91±10.39). Conversely, female students have higher perspective-taking (JSE Factor 1: Male= 51.26±11.84; Female= 52.72±11.88). In addition, third-year students are much more empathetic than their fifth-year colleagues (JSE Score: 3°ys= 77.35±11.46; 5°ys= 74.49±11.33). With reference to the GS, we found that male students have greater sensitivity than their female colleagues (GS: Male= 2.67±0.68; Female= 2.37±0.48); conversely, they have higher scores of gender stereotype towards patients (GRIP: Male= 2±0.88; Female= 1.59±0.61) and doctors (GRID: Male= 1.88±0.89; Female= 1.64±0.63). Also, the third-year students compared to their fifth-year colleagues are characterized by greater gender sensitivity (GS: 3°ys= 2.57±0.62; 5°ys= 2.42±0.57), less bias with respect to patients (GRIP: 3°ys= 1.77±0.79; 5°ys= 1.90±0.78) but, on the other hand, show more stereotypes and prejudices towards doctors (GRID: 3°ys= 1.77±0.81; 5°ys= 1.75±0.74). Conclusions: Humanistic attitudes, including empathy, should be instilled, and evaluated among trainees as an essential part of their postgraduate medical education.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201609.0055.v1

Cultural Heritage Sites in Danger—Towards Automatic Damage Detection from Space

Daniele Cerra, Simon Plank, Vasiliki Lysandrou, Jiaojiao Tian

Subject: Arts And Humanities, Archaeology Keywords: change detection; Cultural Heritage; texture analysis

Online: 18 September 2016 (08:38:10 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202402.0704.v1

Rapid Visual Screening Feature Importance for Seismic Vulnerability Ranking via Machine Learning and SHAP values

Ioannis Karampinis, Lazaros Iliadis, Athanasios Karabinis

Subject: Engineering, Civil Engineering Keywords: Rapid Visual Screening; Explainable AI; Feature Importance; SHAP

Online: 12 February 2024 (14:53:17 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202402.0951.v1

Strategic Pathways to Decarbonization: Socio-Technical System Innovations for Green Shipping Compliance with IMO 2050 Targets

Jeongmin Lee, Minseop Sim, Yulseong Kim, Changhee Lee

Subject: Social Sciences, Transportation Keywords: green shipping; IMO 2050; alternative marine fuels; socio-technical systems analysis; sustainable future

Online: 19 February 2024 (10:12:50 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202404.1019.v1

On Static and Dynamic Strategic Approaches for Allocating and Managing Asset Values in Presence of Financial Inflation

Xin Gao, Feifan Ni, Yingmei Wang, Bowen Jin, Luyao Zhang, Yudong Zhang

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Econometrics And Statistics Keywords: Static fiscal management; dynamic strategic approach; asset appreciation; theory of broad money; dynamic stochastic general equilibrium (DSGE)

Online: 16 April 2024 (16:21:32 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202409.1291.v1

Qualitative Insights into Cultural Heritage Protection in Serbia: Evaluating Legal and Institutional Gaps

Vladimir M. Cvetković, Stefan Gole, Renate Renner, Tin Lukić

Subject: Social Sciences, Safety Research Keywords: disasters; hazards; cultural heritage; protecting; qualitative research; interview; Serbia

Online: 18 September 2024 (04:57:53 CEST)

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This research is dedicated to a comprehensive examination of the strengths and weaknesses inherent in the legal and institutional measures designed to protect cultural heritage in the Republic of Serbia from the adverse effects of natural disasters, including earthquakes, landslides, rockfalls, floods, torrents, storms, hail, and forest fires. The study aims to identify the primary challenges and shortcomings within the existing legal and institutional framework, while also pinpointing and analyzing best practices and potential improvements for the protection system. This research posits a preliminary hypothesis suggesting that challenges may exist within the legal and institutional framework for the protection of cultural heritage in the Republic of Serbia, potentially limiting effective response and recovery following natural disasters. This hypothesis will be further developed and adapted based on the analysis of available data. Data collection for this research was conducted through semi-structured interviews with experts and an in-depth analysis of existing documentation. By conducting interviews with experts in the field, the research seeks to gather critical data and insights that will enhance the understanding of these issues and contribute to formulating viable solutions. The analysis and processing of data were carried out using ATLAS.ti software, which facilitated a comprehensive and systematic examination of the collected qualitative information. Furthermore, an assessment of the current capacity of institutions to respond rapidly and effectively to natural disasters that pose a threat to cultural heritage is a key component of the study. The ultimate goal is to develop recommendations that will fortify the legal and institutional framework, thereby bolstering the resilience of cultural heritage sites in Serbia against future natural disasters. The results of the research, highlight significant deficiencies in the legal framework, inadequate institutional capacities and resources, as well as a lack of proper training for crisis response. The need for improved inter-institutional cooperation and the development of technical-logistical resources is emphasized. This paper represents a significant contribution to the understanding and enhancement of the cultural heritage protection system, providing a foundation for further research and strategy development in this area.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202002.0245.v1

Limiting Values and Functional and Difference Equations

N.-L. Wang, Praveen Agarwal, S. Kanemitsu

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Analysis Keywords: limit values; modular relation; Lerch zeta-function; Hurwitz zetafunction; Laurent coefficients

Online: 17 February 2020 (15:10:08 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202409.1152.v1

Acceleration of Green Transitions on the Base of Port Organizational Ecosystem’s Resilience Enhancement: Socio-Technological Approach

Elena Valioniene, Erika Zuperkiene, Birute Placiene

Subject: Environmental And Earth Sciences, Other Keywords: port organizational ecosystem’ s resilience; green transitions; managerial capacities

Online: 16 September 2024 (10:03:47 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202402.1547.v1

Time Series Forecasting with Missing Values Using Multiple Models: An Application to Wind Energy Systems

Xiaoou Li

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning Keywords: time series forecasting; ARIMA; neural networks; transfer learning; wind energy systems

Online: 28 February 2024 (11:27:50 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202409.1606.v1

Dietary Vitamin D Intake in Premenopausal Moroccan Women: Food Sources, Socio-Demographic Determinants and Correlation with 25-Hydroxyvitamin D Levels

Noura Zouine, Ilham Lhilali, Lode Godderis, Adil El Midaoui, Samir El Jaafari, Younes Zegzouti Filali

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Endocrinology And Metabolism Keywords: dietary intake; food sources; food fortification; sociodemographic; serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D; sun exposure; BMI; premenopausal women

Online: 20 September 2024 (09:32:24 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201902.0051.v2

Socio-Demographic Statuses: Theory, Methods, and Applications

Kabir Bindawa Abdullahi

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Accounting And Taxation Keywords: socio-demographic positions; socio-demographic success; socio-demographic evolution; socio-demographic hierarchy; analytical measures

Online: 16 December 2020 (12:11:53 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201608.0226.v1

What Are Your Children Watching? Teacher’s Evaluation of the Educational, Emotional, Behavioral, Psychological, Physical & Religious impacts of Cartoons on the School Going Children

Syed Hassan Raza, Sarfraz Gondal, Sajid Mehmood Awan

Subject: Social Sciences, Psychology Keywords: educational impacts; emotional impacts; behavioral impacts; psychological impacts; physical impacts; religious impacts

Online: 29 August 2016 (12:24:27 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202409.0890.v1

Derivation of Analytical Equations for the Fundamental Period of Framed Structures Using Machine Learning and SHAP Values

Ioannis Karampinis, Konstaninos Morfidis, Lazaros Iliadis

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning Keywords: fundamental period; masonry infilled framed structures; machine learning; explainability; SHAP; analytical equations

Online: 11 September 2024 (16:23:56 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202406.0191.v1

Conservation and Protection Treatments for Cultural Heritage: Bibliometric Analysis, Novel Insights and Future Trends

Lucía Pérez-Gandarillas, Carmen Manteca, Ángel Yedra, Abraham Casas

Subject: Chemistry And Materials Science, Materials Science And Technology Keywords: cultural heritage; conservation; protection; preservation; treatment; bibliometric analysis; scientific mapping; LDA

Online: 4 June 2024 (13:06:47 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202409.1666.v1

Group Psychomotor Therapy Improves Socio-Emotional and Motor Competence of Preschool Aged Children, With and Without Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Antonis Kambas, Fotini Venetsanou, Danai Kelaraki, Maria Karageorgopoulou

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy And Rehabilitation Keywords: GPT; ADHD; motor skills; neurodevelopmental disorders; inclusive intervention

Online: 23 September 2024 (09:09:31 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202404.0071.v1

In the Lap of Gods: Sacred Bonds and Socio-Economic Dynamics in Resolving Human- Bonnet Macaque Conflicts for Harmonious Coexistence

Chaithra Bhagavathi Parambu, Deepa P M, George Chandy, Biju P Habeeb, Pranav O

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Ecology, Evolution, Behavior And Systematics Keywords: religious; human-wildlife conflict; social; cultural; conservation; temple; monkeys; attitude

Online: 1 April 2024 (11:35:49 CEST)

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The study delves into the multifaceted landscape of human-macaque conflict within temple ecosystems, with a specific focus on Bonnet Macaques. In the context of intertwined religious, cultural, and social values, understanding public attitudes towards these commensal species becomes pivotal. The research aims to decipher the socio-economic factors that shape perceptions of human-monkey conflict within temples and to explore public attitudes within sacred groves. To achieve these objectives, a comprehensive questionnaire was administered through household interviews to 100 residents living within both a 1 sq. km and a 2 sq. km radius of the study area, ensuring direct participant interaction. The survey, taking approximately 40 minutes per participant, examined six variables, including occupation, religion, and annual income. The data collected was analysed using SPSS ver. 24 software, employing the chi-square test of independence to explore associations between categorical variables. The findings revealed that occupation and religion emerged as influential factors in shaping perceptions of Bonnet Macaques as problematic. While annual income hinted at significance, age, education, and knowledge of Kysannur Forest Disease (KFD) did not significantly impact Bonnet Macaque perception. Interestingly, age emerged as a significant factor influencing the perception of the monkeys' religious significance, whereas only education and religious affiliation impacted feeding practices towards the monkeys. Surprisingly, other demographic variables such as age, gender, occupation, and income showed no significant influence on monkey feeding practices. These results underscore the intricate interplay of socioeconomic, cultural, and religious factors in shaping public attitudes and behaviours towards Bonnet Macaques. The study further sheds light on the impact of education and religious affiliation on feeding practices, emphasizing the need for nuanced conservation strategies. Recognizing these complexities is crucial for developing culturally sensitive conservation efforts. By acknowledging the influential factors identified in this research, conservation strategies can be tailored to specific communities, fostering harmonious coexistence between humans and Bonnet Macaques in temple ecosystems. This nuanced approach ensures that conservation efforts are not only effective but also respectful of the diverse socio-cultural contexts within which they are implemented.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202409.0334.v1

Environmental Degradation, Neoliberal Development, and Deforestation in the Chittagong Hill Tracts of Bangladesh: A Critical Analysis in the Context of Ongoing Climate Crisis

Md. Nadiruzzaman, Hosna J Shewly, Bazlur Rashid, Orchisman Dutta, Sharif A. Mukul

Subject: Environmental And Earth Sciences, Geography Keywords: climate change; Bangladesh; environmental onsets; livelihoods; conflict; everyday life; marginality

Online: 4 September 2024 (08:37:14 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202405.1581.v1

Gap Filling of Missing and Outlier Values of Rotorcraft Flight Data using Multilayer Perceptron

Seon Ho Jeong, Dongsoo Kang, Ikgyu Lee, Yongmin Lee, Jeong Ho Kim, Yun-Young Hwang

Subject: Engineering, Aerospace Engineering Keywords: rotorcraft; flight data; gap filling; multilayer perceptron; health and usage monitoring system

Online: 24 May 2024 (09:32:42 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202404.0407.v1

Cultural Routes as Cultural Tourism Products for Heritage Conservation and Regional development: A Systematic Review

Xinyue Lin, Zhenjiang Shen, Xiao Teng, Qizhi Mao

Subject: Arts And Humanities, Architecture Keywords: Cultural routes; cultural tourism; heritage conservation; regional planning; tourism impact

Online: 5 April 2024 (11:01:32 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201703.0063.v1

Intangible Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Tourism in Córdoba, Spain

Francisco González Santa Cruz, Tomás López-Guzmán

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Business And Management Keywords: cultural tourism; world heritage site; sustainability; satisfaction; cordoba; Spain

Online: 13 March 2017 (09:23:32 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202406.1913.v1

Socio-Economic Impacts of Extreme Floods on Agroextractive Socio-Ecological Systems in the Western Amazon

David Franklin da Silva Guimarães, Tatiana Schor, Fernanda Sousa Ferreira, Thaís Carla, Marcileia Couteiro Lopes, Marcos Figueiredo da Cunha, João Campos Silva, Julian Monteiro Santiago, Josiara Reis Pereira, Raqueline Nery Santiago, Manoel Silva da Cunha, Samela da Silva Teixeira, Monica Alves Vasconcelos, Norma Cecília Rodrigues Bustamante, Maison Bernardino Campelo, Gilberto Olavo da Costa Oliveira

Subject: Environmental And Earth Sciences, Environmental Science Keywords: climate change; vulnerability; extreme flooding; agro-extractivists; oilseeds; damages; resilience

Online: 27 June 2024 (10:43:55 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201810.0735.v2

Urban Commerce and Protected Cultural Landscape

María Griñán Montealegre, Mónica López-Sánchez

Subject: Social Sciences, Ethnic And Cultural Studies Keywords: urban commerce; cultural landscape; historic city; cultural heritage; management

Online: 17 December 2018 (04:58:43 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202408.1023.v1

Goyor Sarong: The Symbolic and Cultural Meaning of Gloved Contemporary Society

Indriana Eko Armaidi, Heri Retnawati, Puji Yanti Fauziah

Subject: Arts And Humanities, Art Keywords: contemporary; goyor sarong; symbolic

Online: 14 August 2024 (11:16:41 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202407.1719.v1

Cross-Cultural Validation of Neuropsychological Assessments and their Clinical Applications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: A Scoping Analysis

Evgenia Gkintoni, Georgios Nikolaou

Subject: Social Sciences, Psychology Keywords: Culturally Adapted Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy; CA-CBT; Depression; Anxiety; PTSD; Psychosis; Randomized Controlled Trials; Diverse Populations; Feasibility; Acceptability

Online: 22 July 2024 (18:41:08 CEST)

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This systematic review explores the cross-cultural validation of neuropsychological assessments and their clinical applications in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), focusing on culturally adapted CBT (CA-CBT) across diverse populations and settings. Methods: Following the PRISMA guidelines, a comprehensive search was conducted in multiple academic databases, including PubMed, PsycINFO, Scopus, and Web of Science. Keywords related to cognitive-behavioral therapy, cultural adaptation, and specific populations were used. Inclusion criteria encompassed randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and pilot studies that assessed CA-CBT for various mental health conditions. Results: The review included studies involving Chinese Americans, Latino caregivers, Syrian refugees, Jordanian children, Malaysian Muslims, Afghan refugees, Iraqi women, Japanese children and adolescents, and Tanzanian and Kenyan children. CA-CBT demonstrated significant effectiveness in reducing symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and psychosis. For instance, Research has shown that CA-CBT is more effective than standard CBT in reducing depressive symptoms among Chinese Americans and significantly lowering PTSD symptoms in Syrian refugee women. The method has been well-received and feasible in diverse populations, such as Jordanian children and Afghan refugees. Long-term benefits are promising, with sustained improvements reported in various studies. Additionally, digital and remote delivery methods have demonstrated potential for expanding the accessibility of CA-CBT. Conclusions: CA-CBT is a valuable and effective intervention for diverse cultural populations, significantly improving mental health outcomes. However, future research must address limitations such as small sample sizes, short follow-up periods, and variability in assessment tools. Studies should include larger and more diverse sample sizes, longer follow-up periods, rigorous control groups, and comprehensive outcome measures to further validate and enhance the application of CA-CBT across different cultural contexts.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202407.1927.v1

Meta-Analysis of Genuine and Fake p-Values

M. Fátima Brilhante, M. Ivette Gomes, Sandra Mendonça, Dinis Pestana, Rui Santos

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Probability And Statistics Keywords: combined p-values; fake p-values; Mendel random variables; meta-analysis

Online: 24 July 2024 (12:53:18 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202402.1143.v1

Finite and Symmetric Euler Sums and Multiple T-Values

Jianqiang Zhao

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Algebra And Number Theory Keywords: (finite) Euler sums; symmetric Euler sums; (finite) multiple T-values; symmetric multiple T-values; alternating multiple T-values

Online: 20 February 2024 (14:34:09 CET)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202310.1714.v1

Analyzing Cultural Routes and their Role in Advancing Cultural Heritage Management within Tourism: A Literature Review

Eleftheria Iakovaki, Markos Konstantakis, Alexandros Teneketzis, George Konstantakis

Subject: Social Sciences, Tourism, Leisure, Sport And Hospitality Keywords: cultural routes; cultural heritage; cultural management; analysis; digital culture; tourism

Online: 26 October 2023 (12:15:08 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202409.0823.v1

The Impact of Breast Cancer Risk Factors: Socio-Economic, Hormonal, and Clinical Insights from Hassan II Regional Oncology Center, Morocco

Mouas Fatima Ezahra, Doudach Latifa, Addoum Boutaina, Attaleb Mohammed, Mohammed El Mzibri, Benbacer Laïla, Rais Ghizlane, Fechtali Taoufiq

Subject: Medicine And Pharmacology, Other Keywords: Breast cancer; socio-economic; factors; hormonal; clinical; treatments; stategies

Online: 11 September 2024 (00:14:10 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202406.0015.v1

Effect of Drone Brood Homogenate on Morphometry of In-Testine, Production of MUC-2, sIgA, Expression of Cyto-Kines, and Blood Values in Pigs

Martin Levkut, Peter Patráš, Viera Revajová, Viera Karaffová, Michaela Čechová, Dagmar Mudroňová, Ľubica Rajčáková, Csilla Tóthová, Erik Hudec, Rudolf Žitňan, Mária Levkutová

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Animal Science, Veterinary Science And Zoology Keywords: drone brood homogenate; morphometry of intestine; blood values; MUC2; sIgA; cytokines; pigs

Online: 4 June 2024 (02:53:25 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202408.1251.v1

Psychological Cognitive Mechanism of Residents Under the Background of the Renewal of Suburban Historical and Cultural Villages

Meng Li, Tiehong Wu, Linsheng Zhong, Chengcai Tang, Jingwen Wang, Ruhan Yi

Subject: Social Sciences, Cognitive Science Keywords: suburban; historical and cultural villages; tourism effects; residents; psychological cognitive mechanism

Online: 19 August 2024 (10:45:44 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202409.1243.v1

Research on the Influence of Matrix Shape on Percolation Threshold Values for Current Flow Conducted Using the Monte Carlo Simulation Method

Vitalii Bondariev, Pawel Okal, Przemyslaw Rogalski, Alexander Pogrebnjak, Pawel Zukowski

Subject: Chemistry And Materials Science, Nanotechnology Keywords: percolation; conductivity; nanocomposite; matrix; simulation

Online: 17 September 2024 (02:56:02 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202403.1019.v1

Adaptation through Climate-Smart Agriculture: Socio-Economic Factors Influencing the Willingness to Adopt Climate-Smart Agriculture by Smallholder Maize Farmers in Limpopo Province

Koketso Cathrine Machete, Mmapatla Precious Senyolo, Lungile Sivuyile Gidi

Subject: Environmental And Earth Sciences, Environmental Science Keywords: Smallholder maize farmers; Climate-smart agriculture; Adaptation strategies; Vulnerability assessment; Willingness to adopt

Online: 18 March 2024 (10:36:59 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202404.1023.v1

A Contribution to the Integration of International, National and Local Cultural Heritage Protection through a Multilevel Approach to Planning: A Case Study of the Djerdap Area

Ana Niković, Božidar Manić, Nataša Čolić Marković, Nikola Krunić

Subject: Environmental And Earth Sciences, Environmental Science Keywords: Djerdap; Danube; spatial plan; protected area; cultural heritage; multilevel approach

Online: 16 April 2024 (10:27:34 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202406.0913.v1

Managing Teacher Education for Socio-Economic and Political Emancipation

Moses Kayode Hazzan

Subject: Arts And Humanities, Other Keywords: teacher education; praxis; professionalism; socio-economic and political emancipation; challenges

Online: 13 June 2024 (11:42:55 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202209.0386.v2

Conceptualising Micromobility: The Multi-Dimensional and Socio-Technical Perspective

Frauke Behrendt, Eva Heinen, Christian Brand, Sally Cairns, Jillian Anable, Labib Azzouz, Clara Glachant

Subject: Engineering, Transportation Science And Technology Keywords: micromobility; sustainable transport; electric vehicles; active travel; LEV; so-cio-technical analysis

Online: 28 June 2023 (02:20:07 CEST)

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Micromobility has gained attention from policymakers, industry stakeholders, and academia; however, a comprehensive conceptualization of micromobility is still missing. Existing definitions are largely vehicle-centric: either listing modes or detailing vehicle characteristics. This paper addresses this gap by developing a ‘beyond vehicles’, multi-dimensional conceptualization of micromobility, accompanied by a novel socio-technical definition. Through a review of related concepts, combined with an analysis of the use and definitions of the term micromobility in publications, this study establishes a new conceptualization of micromobility. It incorporates human, social, and cultural dimensions, considers environmental, economic, infrastructure, vehicle technology, regulatory and policy aspects, and considerations for public health. Our definition of micromobility encompasses a wide range of mobility options typically used for shorter trips and manoeuvrable by an individual without motor assistance, at least for short distances. These modes are characterized by their ‘micro’ attributes, including low energy demand, environmental impact, and road space use relative to automobility. The conceptualization incorporates a range of micromobility modes, including fully human-powered (including walking), partially motor-assisted, and fully powered options. These modes typically operate at speeds not exceeding 25 to 32 kilometres per hour (or 45 km/h for faster options), weigh (typically substantially) below 350 kilograms and often yield significant (public) health benefits. Trip length is generally less than 15 kilometres, and daily distances under 80 kilometres. Importantly, our definition includes the practices, policies, cultures, and infrastructures that emerge around the use of micromobility options and shape their uptake. This proposed conceptualization significantly broadens the prevailing vehicle-focus in micromobility debates towards a socio-technical perspective. Embracing a widely accepted conceptualisation of micromobility would offer several advantages, including robust design standards, legislation, and evaluation metrics and methods. Additionally, this paper highlights the pivotal role micromobilities can play in transcending the limitations of automobility, towards more sustainable and equitable mobility futures.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202008.0560.v1

Social Media Platform: Measuring Readability and Socio-Economic Status

Samara Ahmed, Adil E. Rajput, Akila Sarirete, Tauseef J. Chawdhery

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Information Systems Keywords: Big Data; Natural Language Processing; Social media; Socioeconomic Status (SES); Social Computing

Online: 26 August 2020 (04:33:35 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202404.0222.v1

Cultural and Creative Employment across Italian Regions

Angelo Leogrande

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Economics Keywords: Innovation, Innovation and Invention, Management of Technological Innovation and R&; D, Technological Change, Intellectual Property and Intellectual Capital

Online: 2 April 2024 (16:06:39 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202008.0546.v1

Linking Cultural Heritage with Cultural Tourism Development: A Way to Develop Tourism Sustainably

Vu Hong Van

Subject: Social Sciences, Sociology Keywords: Sustainable; cultural heritage; cultural tourism development; Vietnam

Online: 25 August 2020 (11:24:23 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202409.0384.v1

AI, Cultural Heritage and Bias: Some Key Queries that Arise from the Use of GenAI

Anna Foka, Gabriele Griffin

Subject: Arts And Humanities, Other Keywords: Cultural Heritage; genAI; Artificial Intelligence; Human-in-the-loop; Bias

Online: 5 September 2024 (12:34:25 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202401.1638.v1

Decentralized Science (DeSci): Definition, Shared Values, and Guiding Principles

Lukas Weidener

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Other Keywords: decentralized science (DeSci); decentralized autonomous organization (DAO); blockchain technology; distributed ledger technology (DLT); web3; science; definition; values; principles

Online: 23 January 2024 (13:56:27 CET)

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Background: Rapid advancements in Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT), including blockchain, are foundational to a new era of digital innovation. This innovation has catalyzed the emergence of ‘Decentralized Science (DeSci),’ a new concept and movement that aims to address the challenges of modern science. Objective: Given the novelty of the field of DeSci, this study aims to provide a comprehensive definition of the term as well as explore and conceptualize shared values and guiding principles inherent to DeSci. Methods: In line with the objectives of this study, an exploratory literature review was conducted to identify and synthesize the scholarly and secondary literature. The search and selection process included six databases (PubMed, Google Scholar, Web of Science, IEEE Xplore, arXiv, and Social Science Research Network), and the search period was limited to the last 15 years, from 2008 to 2023. To identify relevant secondary literature, such as articles, reports, blog posts, and website content, a keyword search was conducted in three search engines (Google.com, Bing.com, and Yahoo.com). Owing to the novelty of the concept and movement of DeSci, the exploratory literature review was supplemented by an anonymous online-based expert survey using a combination of single-choice and open-ended questions. The experts were selected based on predefined inclusion criteria, in association with their activities in the field of DeSci. The responses to the single-choice questions were subject to statistical analysis, whereas the open-ended questions were analyzed using qualitative content analysis. Results: Seven studies were selected for evaluation as part of the search and selection process to identify relevant scholarly literature. Following the review of secondary literature, additional 24 publications were included in the analysis. In the expert survey, 39 valid datasets were collected and analyzed. Following the synthesis of the results of the exploratory literature review and expert survey, a comprehensive definition of the term ‘Decentralized Science’ (DeSci) was formulated to reflect recurring themes. As no publications that explicitly discussed or addressed the values or principles of DeSci in the exploratory literature review could be identified, a set of shared values and guiding principles for DeSci were defined based on the results of the expert survey. Conclusion: The results of this study underscore the emerging nature of DeSci, as evidenced by the limited availability of relevant information and scarcity of academic publications. While this study proposes a comprehensive definition of DeSci as well as a set of shared values and guiding principles, the results of this study highlight the importance of ongoing evaluation and validation. Furthermore, the results of this study indicate a clear need for future research in the field of DeSci, emphasizing its dynamic and developing nature.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202104.0576.v1

Current Humanistic Values in Contemporary Urban Trends and Ideas

Rafał Blazy, Mariusz Łysień, Jakub Dudek

Subject: Social Sciences, Anthropology Keywords: values; humanities; idea; urbanism; city; sustainable development

Online: 21 April 2021 (12:12:29 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201811.0329.v1

Consumption in Russia: Real Values and Impact on GDP

S. M. Borodachev

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Econometrics And Statistics Keywords: gross domestic product; Leontief dynamic model; investments in production capital; Kalman filter

Online: 14 November 2018 (09:52:29 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202404.0766.v1

Ending Bowling Alone: Co-creating Values and Building Social Capital via Customer Engagement in Social Media

Tingting Zhang, Hongxuan Yu

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Marketing Keywords: Value co-creation; Social Media; Generation Z; Motivational analysis; Social Engagement; Utilitarian and Hedonic Motives

Online: 11 April 2024 (11:12:23 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202408.1007.v1

The Utility of C-Reactive Protein, Procalcitonin, and Leukocyte Values in Predicting the Prognosis of Patients with Pneumosepsis and Septic Shock

Melek Doganci, Guler Eraslan Doganay, Hilal Sazak, Ali Alagöz, Mustafa Ozgur Cirik, Derya Hoşgün, Emine Banu Cakiroglu, Murat Yildiz, Maside Ari, Tarkan Ozdemir, Derya Kizilgoz

Subject: Medicine And Pharmacology, Anesthesiology And Pain Medicine Keywords: C-reactive protein,; leukocyte; pneumosepsis; procalcitonin; septic shock

Online: 14 August 2024 (09:40:53 CEST)

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Background: The predictive value of changes in C-reactive protein (CRP), procalcitonin and leukocyte levels, which are commonly used in the diagnosis of infection in sepsis and septic shock, remains a topic of debate. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of changes in CRP, procalcitonin, and leukocyte counts on the prognosis of patients admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) with a diagnosis of pneumosepsis and pneumonia-related septic shock, and to investigate whether any of these markers have a superior predictive value over the others in forecasting prognosis. Methods: The study analyzed the demographic data, Charlson Comorbidity Index score (CCIS), CURB-65 score (confusion, uremia, respiratory rate, BP, age ≥ 65 years), and Acute Physiology and Chronic Health Evaluation II (APACHE-II) scores of 230 patients admitted to the ICU with a diagnosis of pneumosepsis and pneumonia-related septic shock between April 1, 2022, and December 31, 2023. The levels of CRP, procalcitonin, and leukocytes were also recorded and analyzed to assess their impact on 1-month and 3-month mortality outcomes. Results: According to multivariate logistic regression analysis, low BMI, male gender, high CCIS, CURB-65, and APACHE-II scores were found to be significantly associated with both 1-month and 3-month mortality (p<0.05). An elevated SOFA score was associated with 1-month mortality, while advanced age was related to 3-month mortality (p<0.05). Although there was no significant relationship between the first-day levels of leukocytes, CRP, and PCT and mortality, their levels on the third day were observed to be at their highest in both 1-month and 3-month mortality cases (p<0.05). Additionally, a concurrent increase in any two or all three of CRP, PCT, and leukocyte values was found to be higher in patients with 3-month mortality compared to those who survived (p=0.004). Discussion: Although PCT, CRP, and leukocyte values measured at the time of admission were not significantly associated with 1-month mortality in patients with pneumosepsis or pneumonia-related septic shock, the persistent elevation and concurrent increase of these values, along with male gender, advanced age, low BMI, and high CCIS, CURB-65, and APACHE-II scores, were found to be significantly associated with 3-month mortality.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202404.1863.v2

Clarification of the Boundaries of Lands of Historical and Cultural Heritage and Determination of Their Protection Zones by Remote Sensing Methods

Borys Chetverikov, Volodymyr Hlotov, Krzysztof Bakuła

Subject: Environmental And Earth Sciences, Remote Sensing Keywords: remote sensing; GPR; non-invasive methods; historical and cultural heritage object; protective zone; boundary refinement; software module

Online: 7 May 2024 (03:21:33 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202405.0081.v1

Wildfires, Vulnerability, and Climate Change: Methodology and Application to the Regions of Greece #

Petros Xepapadeas, Kostantinos Douvis, Ioannis Kapsomenakis, Anastasios Xepapadeas, Christos Zerefos

Subject: Environmental And Earth Sciences, Ecology Keywords: wildfires; regional vulnerability; climate change; ecosystem services; multicriteria decision making; Poisson regression.

Online: 2 May 2024 (06:06:25 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202402.0928.v1

Retrofitting of an Existing Cultural Hall into a Net Zero Energy Building

Andreas Constantinides, Martha Katafygiotou, Thomas Dimopoulos, Iosif Kapellakis

Subject: Engineering, Architecture, Building And Construction Keywords: energy efficiency; retrofit; sustainable practices; net-zero energy building (nZEB); energy performance certificate

Online: 19 February 2024 (11:48:36 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202302.0320.v2

Evaluation of a Novel Methodology for Real-Time Calculation of Critical Blood Values Based on Four Measured Values

Rüdiger H. Ettrich, Joshua Caballero, Sultan Ahmed, Traci Hurlston, Jayesh Parmar, Subrata Deb

Subject: Medicine And Pharmacology, Hematology Keywords: non-invasive; point-of-care testing; blood values; Radial arterial blood; blood gas; transcutaneous; algorithm

Online: 4 May 2023 (03:07:48 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202409.1855.v1

Antimicrobial Susceptibility of Uropathogenic Escherichia coli with Analysis of Impact of Socio-Economic Factors in Low, Medium and High-Income Countries

Meher Rizvi, Maria Khan, Amina AL Jardani, Ujjala Ghoshal, Zaaima AL Jabri, Mohammad Ahanjan, Azza AL Mamari, Nawal AL Shizawi, Hiba Sami, Abdullah Balkhair, Adila Shaukat, Alwarith Nasser Salem Alkharusi, Abdulrahman Almahrouqi, Afreenish Hassan, Ajay Kumar, Amal Malehi, Amina Gul, Ashima Singh, Asma Said Hamed AL Shidhani, Areena Hoda Siddiqui, Aruna Poojary, Azza AL Rashdi, Bradley Langford, Dmytro Stepanskyi, Abbas Dolatabadi, Aisha Al Mufraji AL Mufraji, Elham Said Ahmed AL Risi, Garima Kapoor, Isabella Princess, Hatim Ali Eltahir, Hilal Al Sidairi, Kaitlyn Dougherty, Katia Iskandar, Ken Masters, Ibrahim Khalaf Hamdan AL Busaidi, Laila AL Yazidi, Mahfuza Nasrin, Mahmood Salim AL Subhi, Mallika Sengupta Mallika Sengupta, Manisha Khandait, Nada Khalfan AL Tamtami, Nada Khafan Alsiyabi, Nawal AL Kindi, Nazla Musthafa Luthfee, Neha Shreshtha, Nihal Mohamed Amur AL Riyami, Noora Hilal Ali AL Busaidi, Nupur Goel, Oksana Ishchenko, Omnia Mohamed Elnabawy Ahmed Taher, Pragnya Paramita Jena, Rajni Ekadashi, Razan Zadjali, Reba Kanungo, Sara Abolghasemi, Salima Al-maqbali, Sanjay Jaju, Sayantan Banerjee, Shadma Yaqoob, Shahnaz Sali, Shafqat Husnain Khan, Shalini Malhotra, Stephen Hughes, Sundas Shaukat, Syed Mohammed Atif, Vrushali Vishwas Patwardhan, Victorien Dougnon, Wahid Khan, Walid Wali, Zakariya AL Muharrmi, Zeeshana Basit, Jasashree Choudhury, Rachita Pravalina, Sanjeev Singh, Sarman Singh, Neelam Taneja, Raman Sardana, Pawan Kapoor, Rajeev Soman, Rashid Al Abri

Subject: Medicine And Pharmacology, Epidemiology And Infectious Diseases Keywords: community acquired UTI; Escherichia coli; antimicrobial susceptibility; Indian subcontinent; MENA; GDP; temperature

Online: 24 September 2024 (12:32:05 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202301.0051.v1

Global Cultural Conflict and Digital Identity: Transforming Museums

Tula Giannini, Jonathan P. Bowen

Subject: Arts And Humanities, Museology Keywords: art and technology; digital culture; digital identity; human behavior; interdisciplinary studies; museums.; computational culture; cultural conflict; digital heritage; cultural heritage

Online: 4 January 2023 (03:16:12 CET)

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Sustainable Lighting for Cultural Heritage Buildings and Monuments

Matej Bernard Kobav, Matic Eržen, Grega Bizjak

Subject: Engineering, Automotive Engineering Keywords: light pollution; silhouette; shutter; cultural heritage lighting; optimized exterior lighting

Online: 23 June 2021 (13:08:48 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201808.0339.v1

Sustainable Management of the Offer of Cultural Institutions in the Cross-Border Market for Cultural Services – Barriers and Conditions

Łukasz Wróblewski, Bogusław Dziadzia, Zdzisława Dacko-Pikiewicz

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Marketing Keywords: sustainable management of culture; town divided by a border; cross-border market for cultural services; cultural offer; Cieszyn-Český Těšín

Online: 19 August 2018 (03:47:26 CEST)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202206.0072.v1

Tissue Cultured Regeneration and Ecological Values in Major Bamboo Species

Avinash Sharma, Chowlani Manpoong, Anweshy Gohain, Gompi Padu, Hage Aku

Subject: Biology And Life Sciences, Biology And Biotechnology Keywords: bamboo; tissue culture; growth regulators; hardening; carbon sequestration; climate

Online: 6 June 2022 (08:51:25 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201907.0022.v1

Security and Health as Individual Values in Western Romanian Youth

Dana Rad, Valentina Emilia Balas

Subject: Social Sciences, Psychology Keywords: values theory; security; trust; dynamic relationship

Online: 1 July 2019 (15:36:45 CEST)

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The study of values at European and global level has gained momentum along with the theory of values launched by Schwartz. Values are dormant, hidden, unobservable and impossible to measure directly. They exist somewhere within the human being, manifested by different attitudes, depending on their degree of generality. The paradigm of basic human values implies shared universal values that are encountered in cultures all over the world. The theory of values designed by Schwartz has refined the pool of 19 basic individual values representing principles in individuals and group, further describing the dynamic relationships among them. This study presents practical evidence of the dynamics between individual values, the dynamics theorized by Schwartz in 2012. Following the development of an online questionnaire made up of 46 items with online responses options on a Lickert scale from 1 to 6, where 1 represents less important and 6 represent very important, 220 young people from Western Romania voluntarily responded. By testing the hypothesis assuming the dynamic relationship between the two values through multiple regression analysis, the results demonstrate that in Model 1, which involves a linear relationship, health explains 42% of the variance in security with a F =161,215 significant at p <.01. In Model 2, which involves a curvilinear relationship, health explains 50% of the variance in security version with a F = 35,336 significant at p <.01. The incremental prediction optimization of 8% added by including the squared security accounts for the curve in the regression line, indicating the existence of a curvilinear relationship between security and health. The dynamic relationship demonstrates that upper limit and lower limit aspects of security, significantly influence the health value in a negative way. Normal levels of security trigger a high level of prioritization of health value. The implications of this type of relationship are discussed in explaining the value phenomenon at individual level. The study shows limits due to the selected sample, focusing exclusively on young people with higher education from the Western region of Romania. This sample was the target group of "The National Identity of Romanian Youth" project which designed this research.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202105.0266.v1

Cultural Heritage through Design Thinking

Diana Andreescu

Subject: Social Sciences, Anthropology Keywords: design thinking; innovation; creativity; experience; empathy; thinking; consumer; health

Online: 12 May 2021 (11:14:19 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202406.0830.v1

Quantifying and Mapping Vulnerability to Extreme Heat Using Socio-Economic Factors at the National, Regional and Local Level

Konstantinos Ziliaskopoulos, Christos Petropoulos, Chrysi Laspidou

Subject: Environmental And Earth Sciences, Sustainable Science And Technology Keywords: socioeconomic vulnerability; resilience; climate change; morbidity; mortality; urban setting

Online: 12 June 2024 (17:46:52 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202208.0350.v1

Covid-19 Vaccination and Mental Stress within Diverse Socio-demographic Groups

Wasiq Khan, Bilal M. Khan, Salwa Yasen, Ahmed Al-Dahiri, Dhiya Al-Jumeily, Abir Hussain

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Computer Vision And Graphics Keywords: Mental stress Covid-19; Covid-19 vaccine dataset; Vaccine sociodemographic; Vaccine acceptance rate; Vaccine perception

Online: 18 August 2022 (13:36:16 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202004.0458.v1

COVID-19 and Bangladesh: Socio-Economic Analysis Towards the Future Correspondence

Momotaj Begum, Md. Shaikh Farid, Swarup Barua, Mohammad Jahangir Alam

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Economics Keywords: COVID-19; socio-economic; impact; Bangladesh

Online: 25 April 2020 (10:31:39 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201911.0335.v1

Socio-Moral Development of Preschool Children: Aspects of Theory and Practice

Evgenia Korotaeva, Irina Chugaeva

Subject: Social Sciences, Psychology Keywords: social and moral education; preschool age; communitarian approach

Online: 27 November 2019 (08:46:55 CET)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202405.0111.v1

Exploring Stroke Patients’ Needs: A Cross Cultural Adaptation and Validation of the Modified Needs Assessment Questionnaire

Katerina Paschalidou, Efi Tsitskari, Anna Tsiakiri, Evangelia Makri, Pinelopi Vlotinou, Konstantinos Vadikolias, Nikolaos Aggelousis

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Public Health And Health Services Keywords: post‐stroke care; needs assessment; validity; rehabilitation; quality of life ;

Online: 2 May 2024 (09:44:18 CEST)

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Stroke survivors often face diverse unmet needs, highlighting the significance of identifying and addressing these needs to enhance rehabilitation outcomes and overall quality of life. This study aimed to validate the modified Needs Assessment Questionnaire (mNAQ) as a reliable and valid tool for assessing the needs of stroke patients in the Greek context. Additionally, the research sought to identify potential differences in the assessment of stroke patients' needs based on their stroke phase and National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) scores. A sample of 71 adult stroke survivors, adhering to World Health Organization guidelines and providing autonomous consent, participated in the study. The mNAQ, comprising 141 items across 12 domains, was uti-lized to evaluate stroke patients' needs. The NIHSS and Barthel Index (BI) were employed for functional independence and mobility assessment. Data analysis incorporated confirmatory fac-tor analysis, exploratory factor analysis, and Cronbach's reliability analysis to establish con-struct validity and internal consistency. Concurrent and known-groups validity analyses were conducted, and Spearman’s rho correlation explored the relationship between mNAQ and BI scores. Non-parametric analyses were applied to identify differences based on stroke phase and NIHSS scores. The study revealed that the mNAQ initially lacked satisfactory psychometric properties in the Greek context. Subsequent modifications, guided by confirmatory and explora-tory factor analyses, resulted in a refined three-factor scale encompassing 31 items in the domains of communication, mobility, and social functioning needs. This adapted measure effectively dif-ferentiated between acute and chronic stroke patients and those with minor and moderate strokes. In conclusion, the validated 31-item Greek mNAQ emerges as a crucial tool for compre-hensively assessing the needs of stroke patients. Its application holds promise for optimizing post-stroke care, improving functional outcomes, and ultimately enhancing the overall well-being and quality of life for stroke survivors.

Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202308.2096.v2

Bytes and Beliefs: Understanding Cultural Dynamics Through Digital Ethnography

Edgar R. Eslit, Salome L. Escalona

Subject: Arts And Humanities, Humanities Keywords: bytes and beliefs; cultural dynamics; digital ethnography; qualitative method

Online: 4 September 2023 (07:10:43 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202407.1009.v1

UsingTask Support Requirements During Socio-Technical Systems Design

Andreas Gregoriades, Alistair Sutcliffe

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Information Systems Keywords: Human Factors; Socio-technical Systems; Task Support Requirements; Virtual Reality

Online: 15 July 2024 (15:57:38 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202404.0790.v1

Comparison of Evapotranspiration Values Calculated with Empirical Methods and ETgage Measurements

Fatih cem Kuzucu, İsmail Taş

Subject: Environmental And Earth Sciences, Environmental Science Keywords: thornthwaite; Blaney-Criddle; cropwat (FAO Penman Monteith); Jensen-Haise; ASCE standardize Penman Monteith.

Online: 11 April 2024 (11:26:15 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201704.0008.v1

A Preliminary Study on Connectivity and Perceived Values of Community Landscapes

Sohyun Park

Subject: Social Sciences, Geography, Planning And Development Keywords: Ecological sustainability; Landscape connectivity, Green spaces, Resident perception, Master-planned community, Phoenix

Online: 3 April 2017 (17:03:32 CEST)

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Green spaces in residential community is important, yet understudied, feature as an urban ecological system. While large urban parks and remnant wildlands in urban areas tend to receive a public attention from conservation and management perspectives, less is known for the importance of spatial and ecological characteristics of the community-scale landscapes. This study investigates natural elements in four planned communities in Phoenix metropolitan area, Arizona, two of which represent conventional type of neighborhood and the other two exemplify the community development with a proclaimed vision of sustainability. These distinct type of communities, which capture variations in age, location, open space type, and a cross-section of housing density, are compared with regard to landscape connectivity as a means of gauging ecological condition for community sustainability. Using Geographical Information System and landscape connectivity indices, each community’s landscape features including size, physical connectedness and ecological potential were examined. Furthermore, a questionnaire survey was performed to examine the perceptional differences between the two types of community residents. The findings demonstrate that the green spaces in conventional communities are more physically connected than the counterparts, but the naturalness and ecological quality manifested by the amount of the land that may serve as potential urban desert habitats were higher in the sustainable communities. The results of the survey indicated that the respondents inhabiting in sustainable communities possess a higher level of satisfaction than the people in conventional type of community due mainly to the amount of, easy access to, and perceived ecological values of, green spaces in their neighborhoods and surrounding areas. The study concludes that careful community design with ecological consideration can help create sustainable communities which can benefit both site-scale ecosystems and perceived human well-being.

Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints201609.0052.v1

Dialectic Critical Realism: Grounded Values and Reflexivity in Social Science Research

Christopher Bagley, Alice Sawyerr, Mahmoud Abubaker

Subject: Social Sciences, Sociology Keywords: Dialectical Critical Realism; Education; Islam; Childhood Studies; Child Abuse; Work-Life-Balance; Roy Bhaskar; Priscilla Alderson; Margaret Archer

Online: 18 September 2016 (06:04:09 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202409.0113.v1

Change Detection Techniques in Dense Point Clouds for Cultural Heritage Preservation: The Case Study of the San Pietro Barisano Bell Tower in Matera, Italy

Carmen Fattore, Sara Porcari, Arcangelo Priore, Vito Domenico Porcari

Subject: Engineering, Architecture, Building And Construction Keywords: Change detection; Dense Point Cloud; Cultural Heritage

Online: 2 September 2024 (16:59:48 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202203.0200.v1

Unsupervised Blink Detection Using Eye Aspect Ratio Values

Bharana Ashen Fernando, Arjun Sridhar, Shawhin Talebi, John Waczak, David J. Lary

Subject: Computer Science And Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence And Machine Learning Keywords: Machine Learning; Eye Tracking; Blink Detection

Online: 15 March 2022 (10:31:40 CET)

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Preprint REVIEW | doi:10.20944/preprints202404.1755.v1

A Comprehensive Global Review of Epidemiology, Clinical Management, Socio-Economic Impacts and National Responses of Long COVID with Future Research Directions

Xiufang Song, Weiwei Song, Lizhen Cui, Tim Q Duong, Rajiv Pandy, Hongdou Liu, Qun Zhou, Jiayao Sun, Yanli Liu, Tong Li

Subject: Public Health And Healthcare, Other Keywords: coronavirus risk factors; multisystem impact; public health response; counter measure

Online: 26 April 2024 (14:48:32 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints201809.0320.v1

Sustainable Activity of Cultural Service Consumers in Social Media - Influence on the Brand Capital of Cultural Institutions

Łukasz Wróblewski, Katarzyna Bilińska-Reformat, Mateusz Grzesiak

Subject: Business, Economics And Management, Marketing Keywords: consumer-based brand equity, social media, cultural institutions, factor analysis, CBBE, 3C Sustainable System

Online: 17 September 2018 (15:07:33 CEST)

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Preprint ARTICLE | doi:10.20944/preprints202402.0950.v1

Understanding Community (Social) Disaster Resilience in Serbia: Demographic and Socio-Economic Impacts

Vladimir M. Cvetković, Vanja Šišović

Subject: Social Sciences, Other Keywords: disaster; resilience; community; social; index; demographic; socio-economic; Serbia

Online: 19 February 2024 (11:28:20 CET)

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This paper presents the results of quantitative research examining the impacts of demographic and socioeconomic factors on community resilience to disasters. The survey was carried out utilising a questionnaire distributed and subsequently collected online from 321 participants during January 2024. The study employed an adapted version of the '5S' social resilience framework, encompassing five sub-dimensions – social structure (10 variables), social capital (9 variables), social mechanisms (17 variables), social equity and diversity (13 variables), and social belief (13 variables). This customized framework includes 62 indicators, providing a thorough assessment of community (social) disaster resilience in the research context. To explore the relationship between predictors and community (social) disaster resilience in Serbia, their attitudes towards the mentioned five sub-dimensions, as well as their engagement in preventive measures and their perception of resilience to various disasters with a particular focus on demographic and socio-economic impacts, statistical methods including t-tests, one-way ANOVA, Pearson’s correlation, and multivariate linear regression were employed. The results of the multivariate regressions across various community disaster resilience subscales indicate that age emerged as the most significant predictor for the social structure subscale. At the same time, education stood out as the primary predictor for the social capital subscale. Additionally, employment status proved to be the most influential predictor for both social mechanisms and social equity-diversity subscales, with property ownership being the key predictor for the social beliefs sub-scale. Despite being considered in the analyses, gender, marital status, income level, and number of household members did not emerge as the most significant predictors across the investigated community (social) disaster resilience subscales. The determined mean value of the community (social) disaster resilience index is M = 2.62, and the findings reveal that participants assigned the highest ratings to the social beliefs subscale (M = 2.76), while the lowest values were observed in the social structure subscale (M = 2.46). Findings can be used to create strategies and interventions aimed at enhancing the resilience of communities in Serbia by addressing the intricate interplay between demographic characteristics, socio-economic factors, and their ability to withstand, adapt to, and recover from different disasters.

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