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Jayasudha P, Manivannan R, Kim W, Lim H, Patra SK, Son YA. Tailored fluorophore design: Enhancing selectivity for cyanide ion sensing in water and food samples, and innovative device development. Spectrochim Acta A Mol Biomol Spectrosc 2024; 314:124196. [PMID: 38555821 DOI: 10.1016/j.saa.2024.124196] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2024] [Revised: 02/22/2024] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 04/02/2024]
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A rigid fluorophore unit of Julolidine/coumarin fused with an indolium-conjugated system was built for the immediate and effective recognition of cyanide ions in a 90 % aq. DMSO solution. The probes are capable of displaying better sensitivity/selectivity for the cyanide ion over a wide range of other interfering ions. The probe JI showed an instant colorimetric variation, whereas the modified probe JCI showed both colorimetric and fluorimetric variation with cyanide ion. The observed detection limit values indicated excellent sensitivity of the probe to the cyanide ion. HRMS and 1H NMR studies confirmed that the mechanism of detection of CN- is via the nucleophilic attack on the electron-deficient indolium moiety of the molecule. Moreover, the probes are well proficient in selective recognition of cyanide in various real time applications (test strips, electronic sensor kit, food and water sample analysis).
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- Palanisamy Jayasudha
- Department of Advanced Organic Materials Engineering, Chungnam National University, 220 Gung-dong, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon 305-764, South Korea
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- Department of Advanced Organic Materials Engineering, Chungnam National University, 220 Gung-dong, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon 305-764, South Korea
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- Department of Advanced Organic Materials Engineering, Chungnam National University, 220 Gung-dong, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon 305-764, South Korea
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- Department of Advanced Organic Materials Engineering, Chungnam National University, 220 Gung-dong, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon 305-764, South Korea
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- Department of Advanced Organic Materials Engineering, Chungnam National University, 220 Gung-dong, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon 305-764, South Korea
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- Department of Advanced Organic Materials Engineering, Chungnam National University, 220 Gung-dong, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon 305-764, South Korea.
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Aljneibi RS, Zervopoulos PD, Kanas A. Investigating the effects of ICT, education, and R&D on economic efficiency and technology heterogeneity: A cross-country analysis. Heliyon 2024; 10:e28168. [PMID: 38560107 PMCID: PMC10979069 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e28168] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2023] [Revised: 03/08/2024] [Accepted: 03/13/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024] Open
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This study explores the impact of information and communication technology (ICT), education, and research and development (R&D) on countries' economic efficiency and technology heterogeneity. A panel of 52 countries, classified into developed (31 sample countries) and developing (21 sample countries) during 2011-2019, were the data sources for the analysis. We obtained relative country-level economic efficiency and technology gap inefficiency estimates from a novel Bayesian data envelopment analysis (DEA) approach. Bias-corrected estimates yielded by this technique have proven to be valid. We then regressed the estimates on ICT, education, and R&D proxy variables using a two-step and an iterative generalized method of moments (GMM) for linear dynamic panel data. Our analysis mitigates possible feedback effects between the explanatory and response variables, as well as possible endogeneity. The novelty of this work goes beyond the use of a new data analysis technique, investigating the impact of the three factors mentioned above and the country classification on technology heterogeneity caused by differences in countries' market structures, regulatory frameworks, economic and knowledge ecosystems, and cultures. Based on this study's findings, fixed broadband subscriptions have the most significant effect on economic efficiency improvement, while R&D is the main driver for reducing technology gap inefficiency. Specifically, ICT-facilitated knowledge spillovers within and across country groups through R&D cooperation play a significant positive role in closing the technology gap. This finding is consistent with the catch-up theory.
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- Rashid S. Aljneibi
- University of Sharjah, College of Business Administration, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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- University of Piraeus, Department of Economics, Piraeus, Greece
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Zhao W. A study of the impact of the new digital divide on the ICT competences of rural and urban secondary school teachers in China. Heliyon 2024; 10:e29186. [PMID: 38623254 PMCID: PMC11016701 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e29186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Revised: 03/22/2024] [Accepted: 04/02/2024] [Indexed: 04/17/2024] Open
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Teachers' competence in information and communication technology (ICT) applications can lead to a deeper integration of technology into the curriculum and improve the quality of education. However, its application and distribution issues could result in resource inequality and social injustice. Based on the ICT competency framework for teachers, the study investigates the variables influencing teachers' ICT competency. A prediction model of teachers' ICT competency is built using empirical data from secondary school teachers in Hebei Province, China, both in urban and rural settings. The study results show that a new digital divide does exist between urban and rural teachers and that differences in digital environment and digital literacy reflecting the new digital divide have different degrees of impact on teachers' ICT competence. Age and subject also affect teachers' ICT competence. In the new era, we can start with knowledge acquisition, knowledge deepening and knowledge creation to improve teachers' ICT competence.
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- Wei Zhao
- School of Foreign Language Education, Jilin University, 130012, Changchun City, China
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Sunindyo WD, Alfrojems, Septian D, Rachmawati R, Sensuse DI. Should we build a metaverse for the new capital of Indonesia? Heliyon 2024; 10:e29037. [PMID: 38617923 PMCID: PMC11015409 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e29037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2023] [Revised: 03/27/2024] [Accepted: 03/28/2024] [Indexed: 04/16/2024] Open
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Moving the capital of Indonesia from the Jakarta area to the island of Kalimantan is an inevitable necessity due to economic, political, socio-cultural and environmental factors, which require other areas of the archipelago to be developed. It has been decided that the green city and smart city concepts will be applied in the development of the new capital, using a state-of-the-art approach, including metaverse technology. The methodology employed in this study includes in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, direct field observations, and documentation. The findings of this research consist of an analysis of the readiness of IKN and its surrounding area for the implementation of metaverse technology in IKN. This paper examines whether metaverse technology is needed in the construction of the new capital city. If so, what are the needs for the development of the new capital's metaverse, and what are the advantages (and disadvantages) of using the metaverse. The results are expected to provide a more comprehensive view of the use of metaverse technology in the new capital.
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- Indonesia Business Coalition for Women Empowerment, Indonesia
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Palakshappa JA, Hale ER, Brown JD, Kittel CA, Dressler E, Rosenthal GE, Cutrona SL, Foley KL, Haines ER, Houston Ii TK. Longitudinal Monitoring of Clinician-Patient Video Visits During the Peak of the COVID-19 Pandemic: Adoption and Sustained Challenges in an Integrated Health Care Delivery System. J Med Internet Res 2024; 26:e54008. [PMID: 38587889 PMCID: PMC11036186 DOI: 10.2196/54008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2023] [Revised: 01/24/2024] [Accepted: 03/09/2024] [Indexed: 04/09/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Numerous prior opinion papers, administrative electronic health record data studies, and cross-sectional surveys of telehealth during the pandemic have been published, but none have combined assessments of video visit success monitoring with longitudinal assessments of perceived challenges to the rapid adoption of video visits during the pandemic. OBJECTIVE This study aims to quantify (1) the use of video visits (compared with in-person and telephone visits) over time during the pandemic, (2) video visit successful connection rates, and (3) changes in perceived video visit challenges. METHODS A web-based survey was developed for the dual purpose of monitoring and improving video visit implementation in our health care system during the COVID-19 pandemic. The survey included questions regarding rates of in-person, telephone, and video visits for clinician-patient encounters; the rate of successful connection for video visits; and perceived challenges to video visits (eg, software, hardware, bandwidth, and technology literacy). The survey was distributed via email to physicians, advanced practice professionals, and clinicians in May 2020. The survey was repeated in March 2021. Differences between the 2020 and 2021 responses were adjusted for within-respondent correlation across surveys and tested using generalized estimating equations. RESULTS A total of 1126 surveys were completed (511 surveys in 2020 and 615 surveys in 2021). In 2020, only 21.7% (73/336) of clinicians reported no difficulty connecting with patients during video visits and 28.6% (93/325) of clinicians reported no difficulty in 2021. The distribution of the percentage of successfully connected video visits ("Over the past two weeks of scheduled visits, what percentage did you successfully connect with patients by video?") was not significantly different between 2020 and 2021 (P=.74). Challenges in conducting video visits persisted over time. Poor connectivity was the most common challenge reported by clinicians. This response increased over time, with 30.5% (156/511) selecting it as a challenge in 2020 and 37.1% (228/615) in 2021 (P=.01). Patients not having access to their electronic health record portals was also a commonly reported challenge (109/511, 21.3% in 2020 and 137/615, 22.3% in 2021, P=.73). CONCLUSIONS During the pandemic, our health care delivery system rapidly adopted synchronous patient-clinician communication using video visits. As experience with video visits increased, the reported failure rate did not significantly decline, and clinicians continued to report challenges related to general network connectivity and patient access to technology.
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- Jessica A Palakshappa
- Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Winston Salem, NC, United States
- Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston Salem, NC, United States
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- Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Winston Salem, NC, United States
- Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston Salem, NC, United States
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- Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Winston Salem, NC, United States
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- Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston Salem, NC, United States
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- Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston Salem, NC, United States
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- Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Winston Salem, NC, United States
- Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston Salem, NC, United States
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- Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences, University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School, Worcester, MA, United States
- Center for Healthcare Organization and Implementation Research, Veterans Affairs Bedford Healthcare System, Bedford, MA, United States
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- Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston Salem, NC, United States
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- Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston Salem, NC, United States
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- Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Winston Salem, NC, United States
- Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Winston Salem, NC, United States
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Medina-García R, López-Rodríguez JA, Lozano-Hernández CM, Ruiz Bejerano V, Criscio P, Del Cura-González I. A Technological Tool Aimed at Self-Care in Patients With Multimorbidity: Cross-Sectional Usability Study. JMIR Hum Factors 2024; 11:e46811. [PMID: 38578675 PMCID: PMC11031692 DOI: 10.2196/46811] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2023] [Revised: 09/05/2023] [Accepted: 02/28/2024] [Indexed: 04/06/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Information and communication technologies (ICTs) have been positioned as useful tools to facilitate self-care. The interaction between a patient and technology, known as usability, is particularly important for achieving positive health outcomes. Specific characteristics of patients with chronic diseases, including multimorbidity, can affect their interaction with different technologies. Thus, studying the usability of ICTs in the field of multimorbidity has become a key element to ensure their relevant role in promoting self-care. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to analyze the usability of a technological tool dedicated to health and self-care in patients with multimorbidity in primary care. METHODS A descriptive observational cross-sectional usability study was performed framed in the clinical trial in the primary care health centers of Madrid Health Service of the TeNDER (Affective Based Integrated Care for Better Quality of Life) project. The TeNDER technological tool integrates sensors for monitoring physical and sleep activity along with a mobile app for consulting the data collected and working with self-management tools. This project included patients over 60 years of age who had one or more chronic diseases, at least one of which was mild-moderate cognitive impairment, Parkinson disease, or cardiovascular disease. From the 250 patients included in the project, 38 agreed to participate in the usability study. The usability variables investigated were effectiveness, which was determined by the degree of completion and the total number of errors per task; efficiency, evaluated as the average time to perform each task; and satisfaction, quantified by the System Usability Scale. Five tasks were evaluated based on real case scenarios. Usability variables were analyzed according to the sociodemographic and clinical characteristics of patients. A logistic regression model was constructed to estimate the factors associated with the type of support provided for task completion. RESULTS The median age of the 38 participants was 75 (IQR 72.0-79.0) years. There was a slight majority of women (20/38, 52.6%) and the participants had a median of 8 (IQR 7.0-11.0) chronic diseases. Thirty patients completed the usability study, with a usability effectiveness result of 89.3% (134/150 tasks completed). Among the 30 patients, 66.7% (n=20) completed all tasks and 56.7% (17/30) required personalized help on at least one task. In the multivariate analysis, educational level emerged as a facilitating factor for independent task completion (odds ratio 1.79, 95% CI 0.47-6.83). The median time to complete the total tasks was 296 seconds (IQR 210.0-397.0) and the median satisfaction score was 55 (IQR 45.0-62.5) out of 100. CONCLUSIONS Although usability effectiveness was high, the poor efficiency and usability satisfaction scores suggest that there are other factors that may interfere with the results. Multimorbidity was not confirmed to be a key factor affecting the usability of the technological tool. TRIAL REGISTRATION Clinicaltrials.gov NCT05681065; https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05681065.
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- Rodrigo Medina-García
- Primary Care Research Unit, Madrid Health Service, Madrid, Spain
- General Ricardos Primary Health Care Centre, Madrid Health Service, Madrid, Spain
- Interuniversity Doctoral Program in Epidemiology and Public Health, Rey Juan Carlos University, Alcorcón, Madrid, Spain
- Biosanitary Research and Innovation Foundation of Primary Care, Madrid, Spain
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- Primary Care Research Unit, Madrid Health Service, Madrid, Spain
- General Ricardos Primary Health Care Centre, Madrid Health Service, Madrid, Spain
- Biosanitary Research and Innovation Foundation of Primary Care, Madrid, Spain
- Research Network on Chronicity, Primary Care and Health Promotion, Madrid, Spain
- Department of Medical Specialties and Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, Rey Juan Carlos University, Alcorcón, Madrid, Spain
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- Primary Care Research Unit, Madrid Health Service, Madrid, Spain
- Interuniversity Doctoral Program in Epidemiology and Public Health, Rey Juan Carlos University, Alcorcón, Madrid, Spain
- Biosanitary Research and Innovation Foundation of Primary Care, Madrid, Spain
- Research Network on Chronicity, Primary Care and Health Promotion, Madrid, Spain
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- Visual Telecommunications Application Research Group, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Madrid, Spain
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- Primary Care Research Unit, Madrid Health Service, Madrid, Spain
- Research Network on Chronicity, Primary Care and Health Promotion, Madrid, Spain
- Department of Medical Specialties and Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, Rey Juan Carlos University, Alcorcón, Madrid, Spain
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Waddar B, Gandi S, Parne SR, Chari VR, Prasanth GR. Investigation of second-order NLO properties of novel 1,3,4-oxadiazole derivatives: a DFT study. J Mol Model 2024; 30:118. [PMID: 38561544 DOI: 10.1007/s00894-024-05910-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2024] [Accepted: 03/20/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024]
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CONTEXT In this study, we have developed four new chromophores (TM1-TM4) and performed quantum chemical calculations to explore their nonlinear optical properties. Our focus was on understanding the impact of electron-donating substituents on 1,3,4-oxadiazole derivative chromophores. The natural bond orbital analysis confirmed the interactions between donors and acceptors as well as provided insights into intramolecular charge transfer. We also estimated dipole moment, linear polarizability molecular electrostatic potential, UV-visible spectra, and first hyperpolarizability. Our results revealed that TM1 with a strong and stable electron-donating group exhibited high first hyperpolarizability (β) 293,679.0178 × 10-34 esu. Additionally, TM1 exhibited a dipolar moment (μ) of 5.66 Debye and polarizability (α) of 110.62 × 10-24 esu when measured in dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) solvent. Furthermore, in a benzene solvent, TM1 showed a low energy band gap of 5.33 eV by using the ωB97XD functional with a 6-311 + + G(d, p) basis set. Moreover, our study of intramolecular charge transfers highlighted N, N dimethyl triphenylamine and carbazole as major electron-donating groups among the four 1,3,4-oxadiazole derivative chromophores. This research illustrates the potential applications of these organic molecules in photonics due to their versatile nature. METHODS The molecules were individually optimized using different functionals, including APFD, B3LYP, CAM B3LYP, and ωB97XD combined with the 6-311 + + G (d, p) basis set in Gaussian 16 software. These methods encompass long-range functionals such as APFD and B3LYP, along with long-range corrected functionals like CAM B3LYP and ωB97XD. The employed functionals of APFD, B3LYP, CAM B3LYP, and ωB97XD with the 6-311 + + G (d,p) basis set were used to extract various properties such as geometrical structures, dipole moment, molecular electrostatic potential, and first hyperpolarizability through precise density functional theory (DFT). Additionally, TD-DFT was utilized for obtaining UV-visible spectra. All studies have been conducted in both gas and solvent phases.
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- Balachandar Waddar
- Department of Applied Sciences, National Institute of Technology Goa, Kottamoll Plateau, Cuncolim, Goa, 403703, India
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- Department of Applied Sciences, National Institute of Technology Goa, Kottamoll Plateau, Cuncolim, Goa, 403703, India
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- Department of Applied Sciences, National Institute of Technology Goa, Kottamoll Plateau, Cuncolim, Goa, 403703, India.
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- School of Chemical Sciences, Goa University, Taleigao Plateau, Goa, 403206, India
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- Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, National Institute of Technology Goa, Kottamoll Plateau, Cuncolim, Goa, 403703, India
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Wang S, Abbas J, Al-Sulati KI, Shah SAR. The Impact of Economic Corridor and Tourism on Local Community's Quality of Life under One Belt One Road Context. Eval Rev 2024; 48:312-345. [PMID: 37350232 DOI: 10.1177/0193841x231182749] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/24/2023]
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Economic corridors unlock new economic opportunities and tourism development in the region to achieve sustainable development goals. Green economic growth is conducive to environmental sustainability. Economic mega-projects of CPEC promote tourism that leads to communities' well-being and better quality of life. Modern infrastructure development contributes significantly to economic growth and tourism activities. This study's objectives emphasize exploring tourism and sustainable development pursuits under OBOR economic projects that open doors to improving residents' quality of life. The growing world is an eyewitness to a continuous rise in emissions and its severe consequences for humankind. It is necessary to show off the leading factors that result in tourism and economic activities causing environmental pollution rather than blame policymakers. Undoubtedly, many studies previously focused on demonstrating the influence of socio-economic factors that lead to better environmental quality. However, the empirical literature on tourism, social well-being, foreign direct investment, and the Environment in Belt and Road developed economies needed improvement. This research applied a series of advanced estimators that help demonstrate the study's probable results. This study explores the role of Social well-being (HDI), tourism development, FDI, renewable energy, information & communication technology (ICT), and urbanization on CO2 emissions in Belt and Road (BRI) developed economies.Estimated results exhibited the significant contribution of ICT and renewable energy to sustainability. Besides, FDI contributes to emissions reduction after its threshold level. Conversely, urbanization and tourism activities contribute to environmental pollution. The study outcomes stated inverted/EKC U-shaped hypotheses related to specified economies. Finally, the analysis based on the D-H panel causality test constructs exciting results.The present study concludes that economic corridor plays a vital role in tourism development, the community's well-being, and SDGs goals (sustainable development) impact on environmental safety. The findings suggest essential and applicable policies to attain the desired sustainability level. Findings contribute to the literature on tourism, well-being, and sustainability. Further studies can use insights using this methodology.
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- Shiying Wang
- School of Marxism, Shandong Normal University, China
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- School of Media and Communication, Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU), Shanghai, China
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- Al-Rayyan International University College, in Partnership with the University of Derby UK, Doha, Qatar
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Gu Q, Ma Z, Wang Q, Dai Y, Shi W, Jiao Z. Knockout of Shcbp1 sensitizes immunotherapy by regulating α-SMA positive cancer-associated fibroblasts. Mol Carcinog 2024; 63:601-616. [PMID: 38169303 DOI: 10.1002/mc.23675] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2023] [Revised: 11/27/2023] [Accepted: 12/02/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024]
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The crucial role of cancer-associated fibroblasts (CAFs) in promoting T-cell exclusion has a significant impact on tumor immune evasion and resistance to immunotherapy. Therefore, enhancing T-cell infiltration into solid tumors has emerged as a pivotal area of research. We achieved a conventional knockout of Shcbp1 (Shcbp1-/- ) through CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing and crossed these mice with spontaneous breast cancer MMTV-PyMT mice, resulting in PyMT Shcbp1-/- mice. The different CAF subtypes were detected by flow cytometry analysis (FCA). We evaluated collagen and CAFs levels using Sirius red staining, immunohistochemistry (IHC), and immunofluorescence (IF). Primary tumor cells and CAFs were isolated from both PyMT Shcbp1+/+ and PyMT Shcbp1-/- mice. We analyzed CAFs' proliferation, invasion, migration, apoptosis, and cell cycle. Transwell coculture experiments were performed with primary tumor cells and CAFs to evaluate the role of CAFs in increasing the sensitivity of tumor cells to Erdafitinib. Tumors from PyMT Shcbp1+/+ and PyMT Shcbp1-/- mice were orthotopically transplanted to assess the therapeutic effect of the Erdafitinib and PD-1 combination. CAFs and T-cell infiltration in these tumors were assessed using FCA and IF. Knockout of Shcbp1 leads to a significant reduction in tumor burden, promotes longer survival, and decreases CAFs in MMTV-PyMT. Moreover, knockout of Shcbp1 enhances the sensitivity of Erdafitinib, leading to effective inhibition of CAFs' proliferation and invasion, as well as the induction of apoptosis. Additionally, it results in cell cycle arrest at the G2/M phase in vitro. Meanwhile, Shcbp1-/- CAFs change the sensitivity of Shcbp1-/- tumor cells to Erdafitinib compared to Shcbp1+/+ CAFs. Importantly, knockout of Shcbp1 boosts the effectiveness of Erdafitinib in combination with immune checkpoint blockade therapy by augmenting T-cell infiltration through CAFs regulation in vivo. Our findings demonstrate that knockout of Shcbp1 holds significant potential in enhancing the therapeutic response of Erdafitinib combined with PD-1 antibody treatment, offering promising prospects for future breast cancer therapies.
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- Qianlin Gu
- The Second Clinical Medical College, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou city, Gansu Province, China
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- The Second Clinical Medical College, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou city, Gansu Province, China
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- The Second Clinical Medical College, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou city, Gansu Province, China
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- The Second Clinical Medical College, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou city, Gansu Province, China
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- Cuiying Biomedical Research Center, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou city, Gansu Province, China
- Biobank of Tumors from Plateau of Gansu Province, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou city, Gansu Province, China
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- The Second Clinical Medical College, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou city, Gansu Province, China
- Cuiying Biomedical Research Center, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou city, Gansu Province, China
- Biobank of Tumors from Plateau of Gansu Province, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou city, Gansu Province, China
- The Department of General Surgery, Lanzhou University Second Hospital, Lanzhou city, Gansu Province, China
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Chakraborty S. The Advent of Bodipy-based Chemosensors for Sensing Fluoride Ions: A Literature Review. J Fluoresc 2024:10.1007/s10895-024-03619-7. [PMID: 38530562 DOI: 10.1007/s10895-024-03619-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2023] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 03/28/2024]
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The detection of fluoride ions in water and other sources is crucial because they can harm human health if they exceed the safe limit of 1-1.5 ppm. BODIPY (boron dipyrromethene) dyes are promising fluorophores for chemosensors, and their design and modification have attracted a lot of attention. Their advantages include visible light excitation and emission, high molar absorption coefficients (ε) and fluorescence quantum yields [ϕ (λ)], and flexible scaffold manipulation for various applications. In this article, we review the progress of BODIPY-based sensors for fluoride ions from the early 2000s to the present. We focus on the different scaffold modifications of the sensors and their corresponding responses, as well as the underlying photophysical mechanisms and potential uses of each sensor.
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Rajalakshmi K, Muthusamy S, Lee HJ, Kannan P, Zhu D, Song JW, Nam YS, Heo DN, Kwon IK, Luo Z, Xu Y. Dual-channel fluorescent probe for discriminative detection of H 2S and N 2H 4: Exploring sensing mechanism and real-time applications. J Hazard Mater 2024; 465:133036. [PMID: 38000286 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhazmat.2023.133036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2023] [Revised: 11/08/2023] [Accepted: 11/16/2023] [Indexed: 11/26/2023]
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A highly efficient system incorporates the real-time visualization of the two toxic molecules (H2S and N2H4) and the recognition of corresponding transforms using a fluorescent sensor. In this paper, a dual-responsive probe (QS-DNP) based on methylquinolinium-salicyaldehyde-2,4-dinitrophenyl was developed that can simultaneously detect H2S and N2H4 at two independent fluorescent channels without signal crosstalk. QS-DNP showed excellent anti-interference, high selectivity, outstanding water solubility, low LOD values (H2S: 51 nM; N2H4: 40 nM), low cytotoxicity, and mitochondrial localization properties. The 2,4-dinitrophenyl site was sensitive to H2S, and the CC bridge was reactive to N2H4, with strong fluorescence at 680 and 488 nm, respectively. The wavelength gap between these two channels is 192 nm; verify that there is no signal crosstalk throughout detection. By this means, the probe was used to simultaneously detect H2S and N2H4 in real soil samples, food samples, and living cells. The endogenous H2S and N2H4 were monitored in HeLa cells and investigated the mitochondria organelle of living cells with a positive charge on QS-DNP. Overall, all results emphasize that the QS-DNP probe is a powerful tool for the simultaneous detection of H2S and N2H4 and presents a potential new sensing approach.
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- Kanagaraj Rajalakshmi
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, School of Medicine, Zhenjiang 212013, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, School of Medicine, Zhenjiang 212013, PR China.
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- Department of Natural Sciences, Southwest Tennessee Community College, Memphis, TN 38134, USA
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- College of Biological, Chemical Sciences and Engineering, Jiaxing University, Jiaxing, Zhejiang 314001, PR China.
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, School of Medicine, Zhenjiang 212013, PR China
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- Department of Chemistry Education, Daegu University, Daegudae-ro 201, Gyeongsan-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do 38453, the Republic of Korea
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- Advanced Analysis Center, Korea Institute of Science & Technology, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul 02792, the Republic of Korea
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- Department of Dental Materials, School of Dentistry, Kyung Hee University, Seoul, the Republic of Korea
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- Department of Dental Materials, School of Dentistry, Kyung Hee University, Seoul, the Republic of Korea
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, School of Medicine, Zhenjiang 212013, PR China
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- School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, School of Medicine, Zhenjiang 212013, PR China.
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Canoro V, Picillo M, Cuoco S, Pellecchia MT, Barone P, Erro R. Development of the Digital Inclusion Questionnaire (DIQUEST) in Parkinson's Disease. Neurol Sci 2024; 45:1063-1069. [PMID: 37843691 PMCID: PMC10857963 DOI: 10.1007/s10072-023-07090-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2023] [Accepted: 09/21/2023] [Indexed: 10/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND No tool is currently able to measure digital inclusion in clinical populations suitable for telemedicine. We developed the "Digital Inclusion Questionnaire" (DIQUEST) to estimate access and skills in Parkinson's Disease (PD) patients and verified its properties with a pilot study. METHODS Thirty PD patients completed the initial version of the DIQUEST along with the Mobile Device Proficiency Questionnaire (MDPQ) and a practical computer task. A Principal Components Analysis (PCA) was conducted to define the DIQUEST factor structure and remove less informative items. We used Cronbach's α to measure internal reliability and Spearman's correlation test to determine the convergent and predictive validity with the MDPQ and the practical task, respectively. RESULTS The final version of the DIQUEST consisted of 20 items clustering in five components: "advanced skills," "navigation skills," "basic skills/knowledge," "physical access," and "economical access." All components showed high reliability (α > 0.75) as did the entire questionnaire (α = 0.94). Correlation analysis demonstrated high convergent (rho: 0.911; p<0.001) and predictive (rho: 0.807; p<0.001) validity. CONCLUSIONS We have here presented the development of the DIQUEST as a screening tool to assess the level of digital inclusion, particularly addressing the access and skills domains. Future studies are needed for its validation beyond PD.
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- Vincenzo Canoro
- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry "Scuola Medica Salernitana", Neuroscience Section, 84081, Baronissi, SA, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry "Scuola Medica Salernitana", Neuroscience Section, 84081, Baronissi, SA, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry "Scuola Medica Salernitana", Neuroscience Section, 84081, Baronissi, SA, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry "Scuola Medica Salernitana", Neuroscience Section, 84081, Baronissi, SA, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry "Scuola Medica Salernitana", Neuroscience Section, 84081, Baronissi, SA, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry "Scuola Medica Salernitana", Neuroscience Section, 84081, Baronissi, SA, Italy.
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Wang W, Khelfaoui I, Ahmed D, Xie Y, Hafeez M, Meskher H. Nexus between information and communication technologies and life expectancies of low-income countries: Does technological advancement increase their life span? SSM Popul Health 2024; 25:101600. [PMID: 38304417 PMCID: PMC10832294 DOI: 10.1016/j.ssmph.2023.101600] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2023] [Revised: 12/29/2023] [Accepted: 12/31/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2024] Open
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Access to state-of-the-art infrastructure is inevitable for a higher standard of living for the people of any country. At least, this has been the case for developed countries. This study investigates the link between information and communication technologies (ICT) and life expectancy at birth (LEB) among low-income countries. We use panel data of low-income countries from 2000 to 2017 from the comprehensive World Bank dataset. Our analysis strategy includes employing Driskol and Kraay methodology and feasible generalized least squares to tackle cross-sectional dependence. Furthermore, we also employ the instrumental variable technique to deal with the endogeneity problem. We found that a rise in mobile internet use and Mobile Cellular Subscriptions led to improved LEB among low-income countries. On the contrary, the rise in fixed telephone subscriptions had a negative empirical effect on reducing LEB-however, the magnitude of the effect ranged between 0% and 4%.
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- Wenxin Wang
- School of Public Health, Shantou University/Institute of Local Government Development, Shantou University, Shan-Tou 515063, China
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- School of Public Health, Shantou University/Institute of Local Government Development, Shantou University, Shan-Tou 515063, China
- Department of Operational Research, Faculty of Mathematics, University of Science and Technology Houari Boumediane, China
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- School of Finance and Economics, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, Jiangsu 212013, China
- School of Foreign Language, Shanghai Jianqiao University, Shanghai 201315, China
- Department of Business Administration, HANDS—Institute of Development Studies (HANDS-IDS), Karachi 75230, Pakistan
- Center for Islamic Finance, University of Bolton, Bolton BL3 5AB, UK
- International Institute on Governance and Strategy (IIGS), Beijing 100000, China
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- School of Insurance and Economics, University of International Business and Economics, Beijing 100029, China
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- Institute of Business and Management Sciences, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan
- Adnan Kassar School of Business, Lebanese American University, Beirut, Lebanon
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Cervera García A, Goussens A. [Cybersecurity and use of ICT in the health sector]. Aten Primaria 2024; 56:102854. [PMID: 38219392 PMCID: PMC10823061 DOI: 10.1016/j.aprim.2023.102854] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2023] [Revised: 12/11/2023] [Accepted: 12/12/2023] [Indexed: 01/16/2024] Open
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Cybercrime in the health sector is a growing threat in the digital age. With computerization of medical records and telemedicine on the rise, cyberattacks can have devastating consequences. Leaking sensitive data or hijacking systems can compromise patient's privacy and jeopardize healthcare. To counter this threat, robust cybersecurity measures are required as a protective measure. This article aims to expose the main dangers and threats faced by ICT, as well as present cybersecurity with its bioethical implications and, finally, the ideal scheme for it in the health sector in order to create a safer and more efficient environment. This article aims to address these issues and provide a comprehensive view of how cybersecurity and ICT can coexist safely and effectively in the healthcare field.
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- Alejandro Cervera García
- L'Equip d'Atenció Primària de Figueres (EAP Figueres), Institut Català de la Salut, Girona, España
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- L'Equip d'Atenció Primària de Figueres (EAP Figueres), Institut Català de la Salut, Girona, España.
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Abid S, Shi G, Shehzad K, Rauf A. Investigating the role of smart technologies, financial, and environmental innovations in tackling the ecological sustainability: a global pathway toward low carbon energy transition. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2024; 31:19257-19273. [PMID: 38355864 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-024-32388-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2023] [Accepted: 02/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/16/2024]
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Since the beginning of the twenty-first century, the rapid development of modern technologies has brought unprecedented social prosperity to mankind as technologies penetrate every sector of the economy. These technologies have given a new dimension to the energy sector. The key purpose of this study is to investigate the crucial impact of technological revolutions, namely, smart grids, smart devices, financial innovations, and environmental innovations, on greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs). To this end, the study utilized data from European, Asian, Middle Eastern, and African countries and employed first- and second-generation methods, such as DOLS, FMOLS, and CS-ARDL models. The research shows that smart grids are the only factor in reducing GHGs, regardless of geographic division. Hence, linking smart grid resources to climate change goals requires short-term deployment strategies with a clear long-term vision and the fundamental goal of transforming the power structure into a net zero-emission system. The study also demonstrates that the emergence of ICT in electricity consumption has not yet reached a level that can promote environmental excellence. The study documented the critical role of financial innovation and environmental innovation in addressing environmental degradation.
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- Saira Abid
- School of Public Administration and Department of Sociology, Hohai University, Nanjing, 211100, Jiangsu, China.
- National Research Center for Resettlement, Hohai University, 8 Focheng West Road, Jiangning, Nanjing, 211100, Jiangsu, China.
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- National Research Center for Resettlement, Hohai University, 8 Focheng West Road, Jiangning, Nanjing, 211100, Jiangsu, China
- Asian Research Center, Hohai University, 8 Focheng West Road, Jiangning, Nanjing, 211100, Jiangsu, China
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- School of Finance, Inner Mongolia University of Finance and Economics, 185. N 2nd Ring Rd, Hohhot, Inner Mongolia, China
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- School of Management Science and Engineering, Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, Nanjing, 210044, Jiangsu, China
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Sultana T, Mahato M, Tohora N, Ahamed S, Maiti A, Das SK. A Phenanthroimidazole-Based Luminophore for Selective and Specific Identification of Sarin Simulant, Diethylchlorophosphate. J Fluoresc 2024:10.1007/s10895-024-03631-x. [PMID: 38421600 DOI: 10.1007/s10895-024-03631-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2024] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024]
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The simplicity of synthesis, significant toxicity of organophosphorus-containing nerve agents, and ease of use of their in-terrorism attacks highlight the necessity to create efficient probes and precise methods for detecting these chemicals. This study developed luminogenic probe 4-(1 H-phenanthrene imidazole-2-yl) benzaldehyde, PB for selectively recognizing lethal chemical sarin mimicking diethylchlorophosphate (DCP) with µM detection limit. Following the addition of DCP to the PB solution, the fluorescence changed from bluish-cyan to green simultaneously; after the insertion of triethylamine (TEA) into the PB-DCP phosphorylated solution, the fluorescence of the original one came back, and it occurred five times. A paper strip-based test kit and dip-stick experiments have been executed to demonstrate the practical applicability of our sensor PB and instant, on-site recognition of the target analyte DCP. An experiment has been investigated using a smartphone and red-green-blue (RGB) color analysis, which offers a novel way for the fast, on-site visual detection and quantification of DCP in actual samples. It also reduces equipment costs, speeds up detection times, and substantially simplifies the operation procedure.
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- Tuhina Sultana
- Department of Chemistry, University of North Bengal, Raja Rammohunpur, Darjeeling, West Bengal, 734013, India
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- Department of Chemistry, University of North Bengal, Raja Rammohunpur, Darjeeling, West Bengal, 734013, India
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- Department of Chemistry, University of North Bengal, Raja Rammohunpur, Darjeeling, West Bengal, 734013, India
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- Department of Chemistry, University of North Bengal, Raja Rammohunpur, Darjeeling, West Bengal, 734013, India
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- Department of Chemistry, University of North Bengal, Raja Rammohunpur, Darjeeling, West Bengal, 734013, India
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- Department of Chemistry, University of North Bengal, Raja Rammohunpur, Darjeeling, West Bengal, 734013, India.
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You Z, Li L, Waqas M. How do information and communication technology, human capital and renewable energy affect CO 2 emission; New insights from BRI countries. Heliyon 2024; 10:e26481. [PMID: 38420430 PMCID: PMC10901032 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e26481] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2023] [Revised: 02/02/2024] [Accepted: 02/14/2024] [Indexed: 03/02/2024] Open
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If nations want to attain sustainable development with the exponential growth of information and communication technology (ICT) around the world, they must understand the connection between ICT and carbon emissions. Therefore, this study has used panel data from 64 ''Belt and Road Initiative economies between 2000 and 2021 while finding the impact of ICT, renewable energy consumption (REC), human capital (HC) and economic growth (EG) on CO2 emissions. This study employs the Augmented Mean Group (AMG) estimator, Mean Group (MG) estimator and the Dumitrescu-Hurlin panel causality. The findings indicate that the use of ICT, HC and the REC are inversely related to CO2 emissions, whereas EG is positively associated to CO2 emissions and hence poses a danger to environmental sustainability. In addition, the interaction term of EG with ICT, REC and HC has negative impact on CO2 emissions in BRI economies. Intriguingly, the results reveal that ICT and CO2 emissions has inverted U-shape relationship in BRI economies. Furthermore, the causality results show that ICT, REC, and human capital are all cause and effect linkages that affect CO2 emissions in both directions. In order to reduce energy utilization and boost economic growth, the findings stress the importance of implementing cutting-edge ICT and REC in the industrial sector.
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- Zhen You
- Basic Teaching Department, Jining Polytechnic, Jining, Shandong, 272000, China
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- School of Social Sciences, Semyung University, Jecheon, North Chungcheong Province, 27136, South Korea
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- Institute of Management Sciences, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan
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Ayisi-Nyarko D, Masambuka-Kanchewa F, Yakubu BN. Post-Covid-19 pandemic extension delivery: A systematic review of E-extension services prospects in Ghana. Heliyon 2024; 10:e26058. [PMID: 38375264 PMCID: PMC10875586 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e26058] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2023] [Revised: 02/06/2024] [Accepted: 02/07/2024] [Indexed: 02/21/2024] Open
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The COVID-19 pandemic exposed the limitations of the traditional, in-person agricultural extension services in Ghana. This systematic review investigates the potential and readiness of Ghana to adopt digital agricultural extension services (E-extension) in the post-pandemic era. Employing the Joanna Briggs Institute Critical Appraisal tools, we analyzed institutional and journal articles from 2010 to 2022. Our findings reveal a rapidly growing telecommunication sector in Ghana, with mobile phone usage and ICT adoption exceeding the Sub-Saharan Africa average. This digital infrastructure creates a promising foundation for public E-extension initiatives. However, the review emphasizes the critical need to integrate digital strategies with existing methods to ensure inclusive and effective reach, particularly for marginalized communities. Ultimately, this review highlights the untapped potential of leveraging ICT advancements for resilient and accessible E-extension services in Ghana, offering a transformative pathway for agricultural extension in the post-pandemic era.
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- Daniel Ayisi-Nyarko
- Department of Agricultural Education and Studies, Iowa State University, United States
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- School of Economic and Regional Sciences, Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Hungary
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Faisal Abbas Shah S, Mazhar T, Shloul TA, Shahzad T, Hu YC, Mallek F, Hamam H. Applications, challenges, and solutions of unmanned aerial vehicles in smart city using blockchain. PeerJ Comput Sci 2024; 10:e1776. [PMID: 38435609 PMCID: PMC10909218 DOI: 10.7717/peerj-cs.1776] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 12/05/2023] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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Real-time data gathering, analysis, and reaction are made possible by this information and communication technology system. Data storage is also made possible by it. This is a good move since it enhances the administration and operation services essential to any city's efficient operation. The idea behind "smart cities" is that information and communication technology (ICTs) need to be included in a city's routine activities in order to gather, analyze, and store enormous amounts of data in real-time. This is helpful since it makes managing and governing urban areas easier. The "drone" or "uncrewed aerial vehicle" (UAV), which can carry out activities that ordinarily call for a human driver, serves as an example of this. UAVs could be used to integrate geospatial data, manage traffic, keep an eye on objects, and help in an emergency as part of a smart urban fabric. This study looks at the benefits and drawbacks of deploying UAVs in the conception, development, and management of smart cities. This article describes the importance and advantages of deploying UAVs in designing, developing, and maintaining in smart cities. This article overviews UAV uses types, applications, and challenges. Furthermore, we presented blockchain approaches for addressing the given problems for UAVs in smart research topics and recommendations for improving the security and privacy of UAVs in smart cities. Furthermore, we presented Blockchain approaches for addressing the given problems for UAVs in smart cities. Researcher and graduate students are audience of our article.
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- Syed Faisal Abbas Shah
- Department of Computer Science & Information Technology, Virtual University of Pakistan, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of Computer Science & Information Technology, Virtual University of Pakistan, Lahore, Pakistan
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- Department of General Education, Liwa College of Technology, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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- School of Electrical Engineering, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering Science, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- Department of Computer Science & Information Management, Providence University, Taichung City, Taiwan
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- Faculty of Engineering, University of Moncton, Moncton, Canada
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- Faculty of Engineering, University of Moncton, Moncton, Canada
- College of Computer Science and Engineering, University of Ha’il, Ha’il, Saudi Arabia
- International Institute of Technology and Management, Libreville, Commune d’Akanda, Gabon
- Spectrum of Knowledge Production & Skills Development, Sfax, Tunisia
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Kwon CY, Kim H, Kim SH. The Modernization of Oriental Music Therapy: Five-Element Music Therapy Combined with Artificial Intelligence. Healthcare (Basel) 2024; 12:411. [PMID: 38338296 PMCID: PMC10855257 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare12030411] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2023] [Revised: 01/27/2024] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024] Open
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In recent years, music has been regarded as a promising non-pharmacological intervention for a number of physical and mental conditions. Five-elements music therapy-based on the five-element theory-is a unique non-pharmacological therapy of East Asian traditional medicine. It has the potential to effectively provide individualized music therapy to individuals with illness. However, one limitation of this music therapy is that the classification of the five elements and its application is mainly based on subjective judgment. The development of artificial intelligence (AI) has enabled the acoustic analysis of multi-factor sound sources. This can develop five-element music therapy. Here, we discussed the challenges proposed by the future combination of five-element music therapy and AI. Further, we hypothesized that AI may promote its use in the medical field.
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- Chan-Young Kwon
- Department of Oriental Neuropsychiatry, College of Korean Medicine, Dong-eui University, Busan 47227, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Automotive Engineering, Dong-eui University, Busan 47340, Republic of Korea;
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- Department of Industrial ICT Engineering, Dong-eui University, Busan 47340, Republic of Korea;
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Andreou G, Argatzopoulou A. A systematic review on the use of technology to enhance the academic achievements of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in language learning. Res Dev Disabil 2024; 145:104666. [PMID: 38237288 DOI: 10.1016/j.ridd.2023.104666] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2023] [Revised: 11/08/2023] [Accepted: 12/22/2023] [Indexed: 01/28/2024]
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This review investigates the use of technology for children and adolescents with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and their academic achievements in language learning, as well as their attitudes towards technology use. The goal is to integrate this information in order to learn how technology is provided to this population regarding first and second language learning, and also how effective and appropriate its use is and how it is perceived by stakeholders in the learning process. A systematic review was conducted, and after the final screening process, 15 studies were analysed, the majority of which were about first language learning (n = 11). Most studies found that technology use has a positive impact on students' language skills and that students tend to find it more motivating and engaging. While these technologies seem to be promising tools for improving skills, further studies must be conducted, especially in the field of second language learning.
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- Georgia Andreou
- Department of Special Education, University of Thessaly, Greece
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Fernández-Batanero JM, Montenegro-Rueda M, Fernández-Cerero J, López-Meneses E. Fostering Motivation: Exploring the Impact of ICTs on the Learning of Students with Autism. Children (Basel) 2024; 11:119. [PMID: 38255432 PMCID: PMC10813940 DOI: 10.3390/children11010119] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2023] [Revised: 01/05/2024] [Accepted: 01/17/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024]
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Currently, the use of digital tools has led to significant changes in the educational system, favouring equity and the inclusion of students with educational needs. In this context, students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) benefit from using these electronic devices to improve their learning experience. This study focuses on conducting a bibliometric analysis of the impact of information and communication technologies on the learning of students with ASD, with the aim of addressing two research questions. Through the analysis of three databases (Scopus, Dialnet, and Web of Science), a total of 24 articles related to the subject were collected. The results show that the use of different technological devices has numerous benefits for these students. Among the most prominent are the use of augmented reality and educational robotics, mainly providing improvements in academic performance, motivation and improved retention of knowledge acquired in the classroom. In conclusion, the clear need to train teachers in digital competencies and to intensify efforts in this line of research in order to improve the education of students, as well as to enrich the knowledge available to the scientific community, is highlighted.
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- José María Fernández-Batanero
- Department of Teaching and Educational Organization, University of Sevilla, 41013 Sevilla, Spain; (J.M.F.-B.); (M.M.-R.); (J.F.-C.)
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- Department of Teaching and Educational Organization, University of Sevilla, 41013 Sevilla, Spain; (J.M.F.-B.); (M.M.-R.); (J.F.-C.)
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- Department of Teaching and Educational Organization, University of Sevilla, 41013 Sevilla, Spain; (J.M.F.-B.); (M.M.-R.); (J.F.-C.)
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- Department of Education and Social Psychology, Pablo de Olavide University, 41013 Sevilla, Spain
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Thangavel G, Memedi M, Hedström K. Information and Communication Technology for Managing Social Isolation and Loneliness Among People Living With Parkinson Disease: Qualitative Study of Barriers and Facilitators. J Med Internet Res 2024; 26:e48175. [PMID: 38231548 PMCID: PMC10831595 DOI: 10.2196/48175] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2023] [Revised: 08/17/2023] [Accepted: 11/20/2023] [Indexed: 01/18/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Parkinson disease (PD) is a complex, noncurable, and progressive neurological disease affecting different areas of the human nervous system. PD is associated with both motor and nonmotor symptoms, which negatively affect patients' quality of life and may cause changes in socialization such as intentional social withdrawal. This may further lead to social isolation and loneliness. The use of information and communication technology (ICT) plays an important role in managing social isolation and loneliness. Currently, there is a lack of research focusing on designing and developing ICT solutions that specifically address social isolation and loneliness among people living with PD. OBJECTIVE This study addresses this gap by investigating barriers and social needs in the context of social isolation, loneliness, and technology use among people living with PD. The insights gained can inform the development of effective ICT solutions, which can address social isolation and loneliness and improve the quality of life for people living with PD. METHODS A qualitative study with 2 phases of data collection were conducted. During the first phase, 9 health care professionals and 16 people living with PD were interviewed to understand how PD affects social life and technology use. During the second phase, 2 focus groups were conducted with 4 people living with PD in each group to gather insights into their needs and identify ways to manage social isolation and loneliness. Thematic analysis was used to analyze both data sets and identify key themes. RESULTS The results showed that the barriers experienced by people living with PD due to PD such as "fatigue," "psychological conditions," "social stigma," and "medication side effects" affect their social life. People living with PD also experience difficulties using a keyboard and mouse, remembering passwords, and navigating complex applications due to their PD-related physical and cognitive limitations. To manage their social isolation and loneliness, people living with PD suggested having a simple and easy-to-use solution, allowing them to participate in a digital community based on their interests, communicate with others, and receive recommendations for social events. CONCLUSIONS The new ICT solutions focusing on social isolation and loneliness among people living with PD should consider the barriers restricting user's social activities and technology use. Given the wide range of needs and barriers experienced by people living with PD, it is more suitable to adopt user-centered design approaches that emphasize the active participation of end users in the design process. Importantly, any ICT solution designed for people living with PD should not encourage internet addiction, which will further contribute to the person's withdrawal from society.
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- Gomathi Thangavel
- Centre for Empirical Research on Information Systems, Örebro University School of Business, Örebro, Sweden
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- Centre for Empirical Research on Information Systems, Örebro University School of Business, Örebro, Sweden
- College of Business, Alfaisal University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Centre for Empirical Research on Information Systems, Örebro University School of Business, Örebro, Sweden
- Department of Communication, Quality Management and Information Systems, Mid Sweden University, Sundsvall, Sweden
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Cruz-Barrientos A, Cotobal-Calvo EM, Sainz-Otero AM, De-La-Fuente-Rodríguez JM, Román-Sánchez D, Carmona-Barrientos I. Satisfaction and use of the didactic simulator for learning the nursing process: an observational study. BMC Nurs 2024; 23:36. [PMID: 38212766 PMCID: PMC10785347 DOI: 10.1186/s12912-024-01717-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 01/13/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION The implementation of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in daily healthcare practice has become standardized. In relation to education within the nursing degree, ICTs make it possible to carry out practical immersion training from the" classroom or from any other place with an Internet connection, as evidenced by circumstances that have occurred in recent years, such as the pandemic caused by COVID-19. OBJECTIVE Design and assess a didactic simulation program for the training of the nursing process that promotes learning in the nursing care METHODOLOGY: The methodological approach is quantitative and it is a descriptive cross-sectional study. The sampling method used was non-probabilistic by convenience. RESULTS When observing the comparison of the averages of student satisfaction with respect to the didactic simulator, it is worth mentioning that all the items are above 2.80 on a score in which "0" is the minimum value and "5" the maximum value. The results of the use of the computer tool by the students, we highlight as significant data that all the items present an average equal to or lower than 3.04 out of 7, where "1" corresponds to a lot of use and "7" to little use. CONCLUSION The implication of ICT in the teaching-learning process among Nursing Degree students, it is considered optimal. when analyzing the answers obtained in the items that refer to a higher ease in the execution of development of Care plans, a fundamental work in Nursing performance.
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- College Nursing Center Salus Infirmorum, Affiliated University of Cádiz, Cádiz, Spain
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Navarro-Martínez O, Martinez-Millana A, Traver V. Use of tele-nursing in primary care: A qualitative study on its negative and positive aspects. Aten Primaria 2024; 56:102843. [PMID: 38215687 PMCID: PMC10827397 DOI: 10.1016/j.aprim.2023.102843] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2023] [Revised: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 01/14/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE To analyze the opinions of nursing professionals on the current limitations and future potential of digital tools in healthcare. DESIGN Qualitative and descriptive study. LOCATION The study took place during an asynchronous MOODLE course on the use of ICT in healthcare, specifically aimed at nursing professionals. PARTICIPANTS The number of nurses enrolled in the course was 150. METHODS A qualitative study was conducted focusing on the positive and negative aspects that telenursing can offer in the context of a Moodle training in new technologies for nurses. A thematic analysis was carried out following the method proposed by Braun and Clarke. RESULTS In the end 68 nurses participated in the forum. Their statements, opinions and perceptions were analyzed and 28 descriptive codes were obtained and subsequently categorized into positive and negative aspects. CONCLUSIONS Nurses positively value the usefulness of digital tools and identify a wide range of benefits of telenursing in daily practice. At the same time, they point out crucial limitations that may slow down the adoption of telenursing, pointing to areas for improvement such as training and digital literacy of both patients and professionals. They consider that telenursing can humanise care, but insist on the need to prevent its use from increasing health inequalities.
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- Olga Navarro-Martínez
- Department of Nursing, Faculty of Nursing and Podiatry, University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain; Instituto ITACA, Universitat Politècnica de València, Camino de Vera s/n, Valencia, Spain.
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- Instituto ITACA, Universitat Politècnica de València, Camino de Vera s/n, Valencia, Spain; Grup de Salut Digital CAMFIC, Barcelona, Spain
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- Instituto ITACA, Universitat Politècnica de València, Camino de Vera s/n, Valencia, Spain
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de Souza Filho JA, Mol MPG, Medeiros FAC. An algorithm for visceral leishmaniasis diagnosis in Brazil from a 10-year analysis of National Reference Laboratory data. Parasitol Res 2024; 123:87. [PMID: 38182696 DOI: 10.1007/s00436-023-08105-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2023] [Accepted: 12/21/2023] [Indexed: 01/07/2024]
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Visceral leishmaniasis (VL) requires diagnostic assays to complement clinical suspicion. However, there is no standardization of a diagnostic flow using available assays. This study aimed to evaluate the performance of parasitological, molecular, and serological assays for diagnosing VL and propose a diagnostic flow based on performance, practicality, and invasiveness. We conducted a study of 10-year (2010-2020) routine diagnoses of VL at the Brazilian National Reference Laboratory. We propose a diagnostic flow where individuals suspected of VL are initially screened for antibodies using an immunochromatographic test (ICT) with rK39 antigen on the nitrocellulose membrane. This is followed by a blood polymerase chain reaction (PCR) for Leishmania sp. kDNA and direct parasitological exam and/or PCR in bone marrow aspirate. A positive result in any of these assays can define a VL case. If clinical suspicion persists in negative individuals, the diagnostic flow should be repeated. The proposed flow has the potential to standardize and improve the diagnosis of VL. It reduces the need for invasive tests without compromising diagnostic accuracy.
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- Job Alves de Souza Filho
- Fundação Ezequiel Dias, Brazilian National Reference Laboratory for the Diagnosis of Visceral Leishmaniasis, Octavio Magalhães Institute, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil.
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- Fundação Ezequiel Dias, Brazilian National Reference Laboratory for the Diagnosis of Visceral Leishmaniasis, Octavio Magalhães Institute, Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil
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Nkoumou Ngoa GB, Song JS. Early child health in Africa: do ICT and democracy matter? Health Econ Policy Law 2024; 19:92-118. [PMID: 37926694 DOI: 10.1017/s1744133123000269] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2023]
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This article examines the effect of information and communication technologies (ICT) and democracy on early child health using data from 51 African countries. We first specify and estimate a panel data model using ordinary least squares and two-stage least squares over the period 2001-2019. We apply the Hodrick-Prescott filter before analysis. Our results show that the extension of mobile phone use significantly contributes to the improvement of early child health in Africa. This effect is indifferent to the state or the level of democracy. Also, the internet diffusion plays a positive role in early child health when the democracy environment improves and becomes better. We suggest policies in favour of a large access to ICT tools and internet infrastructure as well as the promotion of democracy in Africa to better prevent infant mortality.
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- Gaston Brice Nkoumou Ngoa
- Department of Economics, University of Fribourg, Boulevard de Perolles 90, 1700 Fribourg, Switzerland
- Faculty of Economics and Management, University of Dschang, P.O. Box: 110, Dschang, Cameroon
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- Faculty of Economics and Management, University of Dschang, P.O. Box: 110, Dschang, Cameroon
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Kim MK, Park JH, Han DS, Park HY. Application of a cognitive program with a comprehensive strategy feedback for Korean older adults. Geriatr Nurs 2024; 55:213-220. [PMID: 38016203 DOI: 10.1016/j.gerinurse.2023.11.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2023] [Revised: 11/06/2023] [Accepted: 11/07/2023] [Indexed: 11/30/2023]
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This study assesses the effect of a cognitive program with a comprehensive strategy feedback on the cognitive function and memory self-efficacy of community-dwelling older adults and explores its applicability in Korea. The study employed a group pre-posttest design on 10 cognitively normal older participants. The four-week cognitive program involved daily completion of cognitive tasks at home using CoTras-Pro 2 and remotely provided individual non-face-to-face feedback. Additionally, biweekly face-to-face group feedback sessions were conducted with five participants. The Korean version of the Montreal Cognitive Assessment, the Korean-Color Word Stroop Test, and the Memory Self-Efficacy Questionnaire were used. Post-interviews were conducted to collect feedback. The program exerted a notable positive impact on cognitive function and memory self-efficacy. A study designed as a large-scale program conducted in collaboration with community-based public and private organizations holds the potential to be modeled for similar intervention programs involving a large number of participants.
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- Mi Kyeong Kim
- Department of Occupational Therapy, Graduate School, Yonsei University, Master's Degree, 1, Yonseidae-gil, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, College of Software and Digital Healthcare Convergence, Yonsei University, Professor, 1, Yonseidae-gil, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, College of Health Science, Sangji University, Professor, 83, Sangjidae-gil, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Occupational Therapy, College of Software and Digital Healthcare Convergence, Yonsei University, Professor, 1, Yonseidae-gil, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do, Republic of Korea.
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Baffour Gyau E, Li Y, Adu D. Investigating the impact of ICT on transport-based CO 2 emissions: empirical evidence from a quantile cointegration regression analysis. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2024; 31:4606-4629. [PMID: 38110674 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-31395-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2023] [Accepted: 12/02/2023] [Indexed: 12/20/2023]
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In the global initiative to leverage information and communication technologies (ICT) for reducing emissions, sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), a region of unique significance, has exhibited a delay in adopting ICT. This study aims to investigate the intricate relationship between ICT and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from transport in SSA. Employing the panel quantile autoregressive distributed lag (PQARDL) technique, the study analyzes panel data from 24 SSA nations spanning from 2000 to 2021. The results indicate that internet usage and fixed telephone subscriptions have a mitigating effect on CO2 emissions from transport across all quantiles in both the short and long run. However, mobile phone subscriptions contribute to CO2 emissions from transport across all quantiles. Additionally, the middle-income groups demonstrate negative relationships between ICT variables and emissions from transport, while the low-income group exhibits significant positive associations. These findings imply that ICT plays a pivotal role in mitigating transport-based emissions and reveal pronounced disparities in ICT adoption across various income groups within SSA, highlighting overarching underdevelopment in ICT infrastructure. Robustness checks employing a two-step system generalized method of moment (GMM) model reinforce our findings. The study provides policy recommendations, including the promotion of ICT infrastructure development, implementation of smart transportation solutions, and fostering public-private partnerships to address these challenges, shedding light on the path toward a greener and more sustainable transport ecosystem in SSA.
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- Emmanuel Baffour Gyau
- School of Finance & Economics, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu, China
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- School of Finance & Economics, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu, China.
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- School of Management, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang, 212013, Jiangsu, China
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Khan K, Yan X, Zhang J, Ullah S, Li C. Financial inclusion, environmental degradation, and the moderating role of ICT: a global perspective. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2024; 31:445-457. [PMID: 38012485 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-31216-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2023] [Accepted: 11/20/2023] [Indexed: 11/29/2023]
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This study aims to investigate the global perspective on the relationship between financial inclusion and environmental degradation, taking into account the potential moderating role of information and communication technology (ICT). The research utilizes panel data from 131 countries, covering the period of 1995 to 2019. The findings show that financial inclusion has significant and positive impact on carbon emissions, implying that as financial inclusion increases, so do carbon emissions. Moreover, our findings reveal a significant negative moderating effect of the ICT on the relationship between financial inclusion and carbon emissions. This implies that the impact of financial inclusion on carbon emissions is contingent upon the level of ICT development. The robustness of these findings is confirmed through the use of alternative proxies for the explanatory and moderating variables, as well as alternative estimation methods. The outcomes of this study carry significant implications for both policy and practice.
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- Karamat Khan
- School of Economics, Henan University, Kaifeng, China
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- School of Finance, Zhongnan University of Economics and Law, Wuhan, China.
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- School of Finance, Zhongnan University of Economics and Law, Wuhan, China
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- Research Center of Labour Economics and Human Resources, Shandong University, Weihai, Shandong, China
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- School of International Business, Henan University, Zhengzhou, China
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Wei Y, Lu H, Jin L, Zhang Q, Jiang M, Tian G, Cao X. A simple indanone-based red emission fluorescent probe for the rapid detection of cysteine in vitro and in vivo. Spectrochim Acta A Mol Biomol Spectrosc 2023; 303:123196. [PMID: 37515887 DOI: 10.1016/j.saa.2023.123196] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2023] [Revised: 06/06/2023] [Accepted: 07/24/2023] [Indexed: 07/31/2023]
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Cysteine is a vital biothiols that plays an important role in numerous physiological and pathological processes. The development of simple molecule tools for detection and analysis Cys in subcellar environment is significant for further exploring their pathophysiological. In this work, a simple but activated fluorescent probe AMIA was constructed with a donor-π-accepter (D- π -A) structure, which using an indanone as the electron-withdrawing unit acting as the fluorophore, dimethylamino group attached to the position 4 of the benzene ring as the electron-donating, two double bonds as the linker group, and the acryloyl ester group as the trigger and response unit. This probe AMIA was exhibited highly selective and sensitive response to Cys over other amino acids and ions under physiological conditions. It was found that AMIA showed a red turn-on fluorescence response at 630 nm towards Cys with a large stroke shift of 170 nm and a very low detection limit of 26.3 nM. HRMS, 1H NMR and TD-DFT calculation further confirmed that the response mechanism is the Cys triggered the addition-cyclization reaction between AMIA' acryloyl group and Cys' sulfhydryl and amino unit, leading to the release of a red fluorescent dye AMIA-OH, which can be identified by naked eyes. Furthermore, AMIA was successfully applied for simultaneous determination of Cys in living cells and zebrafish with lower cytotoxicity and good cell permeability. We hope that this novel indanone-based probe AMIA will provide a new reference for visualized Cys in other complex biological system.
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- Yifan Wei
- Key Laboratory of Catalysis in Shaanxi Province, Shaanxi University of Technology, Hanzhong 723000, PR China
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- School of Biological Science and Engineering, Shaanxi University of Technology, Hanzhong 723000, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Catalysis in Shaanxi Province, Shaanxi University of Technology, Hanzhong 723000, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Catalysis in Shaanxi Province, Shaanxi University of Technology, Hanzhong 723000, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Catalysis in Shaanxi Province, Shaanxi University of Technology, Hanzhong 723000, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Catalysis in Shaanxi Province, Shaanxi University of Technology, Hanzhong 723000, PR China
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- Key Laboratory of Catalysis in Shaanxi Province, Shaanxi University of Technology, Hanzhong 723000, PR China.
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Bekri L, Elhorri AM, Hedidi M, Zouaoui-Rabah M. Theoretical study of the Tetraaminelithium and Tetraaminesodium molecules complexed with H -, Li - and Na - anions: static and dynamic NLO parameters. J Mol Model 2023; 30:8. [PMID: 38091098 DOI: 10.1007/s00894-023-05801-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2023] [Accepted: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 01/11/2024]
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CONTEXT This work focuses on the study of six molecules composed of the TetraAmineLithium (TALi+) and TetraAmineSodium (TANa+) structures linked with the anions H-, Li- and Na-. The NLO results obtained by these calculations showed significant values of static first hyperpolarizabilities (βtot) ranging from 8.74 * 10-30 to 691.99 * 10-30 esu. The two molecules TALi-Li and TALi-Na gave the highest values of static βtot equal to 563.20 and 691.99 * 10-30 esu respectively and static second hyperpolarizabilities (γav) of 680.02 and 779.05 * 10-35 esu. The highest dynamic first hyperpolarizabilities (β||) values are around 1474080.00 * 10-30 esu and 6,145,080.00 * 10-30 esu at 720 nm lasers and which are attributed to the two molecules TANa-Li and TANa-Na respectively. Four molecules have push-pull behavior where the anions are donor groups, the Li+-NH3 and Na+-NH3 groups are acceptor groups and a bridge composed by the three remaining NH3 ligands. The maximum wavelengths (λmax) in vacuum and in the presence of solvents for all molecules are in the range 240 to 870 nm. METHOD The software used in this study is Gaussian 16. The optimizations of the molecules were calculated by B3LYP-D3/6-31 + + G(d,p). The static first hyperpolarizability (βtot) was calculated by different functionals: CAM-B3LYP, LC-wPBE, LC-BLYP, M11, wB97X, HSEh1PBE and M06-2X and the MP2 method, the basis-set used is 6-31 + + G(d,p). Other calculations of static βtot were carried out by the CAM-B3LYP functional combined with several basis-sets: 6-31G(d,p), 6-31 + + G(d,p), cc-pVDZ, AUG-cc- pVDZ, 6-311G(d,p), 6-311 + + G(d,p), cc-pVTZ and AUG-cc-pVTZ. The calculations of the first (β||) and second (γ||) hyperpolarizabilities in second harmonic generation (SHG) were calculated by CAM-B3LYP/6-31 + + G(d,p). The delocalization energies (E(2)) were determined by the NBO approach and calculated by the same functional and basis-set cited before. The solvation Gibbs energies (ΔGsolv) were calculated using the implicit SMD model. Maximum wavelengths (λmax) and oscillator strengths ([Formula: see text]) were calculated by TD-CAM-B3LYP/6-31 + + G(d,p) in the presence of the implicit CPCM model.
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- Lahcène Bekri
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Exact Sciences, Mustapha Stambouli, University of Mascara, Av. Cheikh El Khaldi, 29000, Mascara, Algeria
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Exact Sciences and Informatics, Hassiba BenBouali University, Chlef, Ouled Fares, P.O. Box 78C, 02180, Chlef, Algeria.
- Laboratory of Materials Chemistry Catalysis and Reactivity, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Exact Sciences and Informatics, Hassiba BenBouali University, Chlef, Ouled Fares, P.O. Box 78C, 02180, Chlef, Algeria.
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Exact Sciences and Informatics, Hassiba BenBouali University, Chlef, Ouled Fares, P.O. Box 78C, 02180, Chlef, Algeria
- Laboratory of Materials Chemistry Catalysis and Reactivity, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Exact Sciences and Informatics, Hassiba BenBouali University, Chlef, Ouled Fares, P.O. Box 78C, 02180, Chlef, Algeria
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- Laboratory of Materials Chemistry Catalysis and Reactivity, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Exact Sciences and Informatics, Hassiba BenBouali University, Chlef, Ouled Fares, P.O. Box 78C, 02180, Chlef, Algeria
- Department of Preparatory Education in Science and Technology, National Polytechnic School of Oran Maurice Audin, Oran El M'naouer, Box B.P. 1523, Oran, Algeria
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Alluhaidan AS, Chatterjee S, Drew DE, Ractham P, Kaewkitipong L. Empowerment Enabled by Information and Communications Technology and Intention to Sustain a Healthy Behavior: Survey of General Users. JMIR Hum Factors 2023; 10:e47103. [PMID: 37991814 PMCID: PMC10701653 DOI: 10.2196/47103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2023] [Revised: 08/30/2023] [Accepted: 10/05/2023] [Indexed: 11/23/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Most people with chronic conditions fail to adhere to self-management behavioral guidelines. In the last 2 decades, several mobile health apps and IT-based systems have been designed and developed to help patients change and sustain their healthy behaviors. However, these systems often lead to short-term behavior change or adherence while the goal is to engage the population toward long-term behavior change. OBJECTIVE This study aims to contribute to the development of long-term health behavior changes or to help people sustain their healthy behavior. For this purpose, we built and tested a theoretical model that includes enablers of empowerment and an intention to sustain a healthy behavior when patients are assisted by information and communications technology. METHODS Structural equation modeling was used to analyze 427 survey returns collected from a diverse population of participants and patients. Notably, the model testing was performed for physical activity as a generally desirable healthy goal. RESULTS Message aligned with personal goals, familiarity with technology tools, high self-efficacy, social connection, and community support played a significant role (P<.001) in empowering individuals to maintain a healthy behavior. The feeling of being empowered exhibited a strong influence, with a path coefficient of 0.681 on an intention to sustain healthy behavior. CONCLUSIONS The uniqueness of this model is its recognition of needs (ie, social connection, community support, and self-efficacy) to sustain a healthy behavior. Individuals are empowered when they are assisted by family and community, specifically when they possess the knowledge, skills, and self-awareness to ascertain and achieve their goals. This nascent theory explains what might lead to more sustainable behavior change and is meant to help designers build better apps that enable people to conduct self-care routines and sustain their behavior.
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- Ala Saleh Alluhaidan
- Department of Information Systems, College of Computer & Information Sciences, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- Center for Information Systems & Technology, Claremont Graduate University, Claremont, CA, United States
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- School of Educational Studies, Claremont Graduate University, Claremont, CA, United States
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- Center of Excellence in Operations and Information Management, Thammasat Business School, Thammasat University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Center of Excellence in Operations and Information Management, Thammasat Business School, Thammasat University, Bangkok, Thailand
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Zouaoui-Rabah M, Bekri L, Hedidi M, Elhorri AM, Madaoui Y. Characteristics of new pyrrolic derivatives and their oligomers using DFT and TD-DFT calculations. J Mol Model 2023; 29:364. [PMID: 37945908 DOI: 10.1007/s00894-023-05763-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2023] [Accepted: 10/22/2023] [Indexed: 11/12/2023]
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CONTEXT This article is based on the study of pyrrolic derivatives and their oligomers. Knowing that, pyrrolic derivatives are widely studied on an industrial scale. The aim of this work is to find pyrrolic derivatives having the same physicochemical characteristics such as the pyrrolic edifice. Six derivatives were studied by substituting the hydrogens in the β position of the pyrroles with the following radicals: -CHO, -Cl, -CN, -NO, and -OH. The study was carried out theoretically using ab initio and density functional of theory (DFT) methods. In the first step, molecules of four units were taken into consideration in order to make the comparison between them. This comparison showed that the majority of molecules exhibited high intramolecular charge transfer (ICT) compared to the molecule composed of four pyrrolic units (OP4), and also exhibited strong nucleophilic and electrophilic characteristics. Natural bond orbital (NBO) analysis has shown continuous ICT mechanisms for certain molecules. The studied derivatives showed good solvation in several solvents compared to OP4. The molecules substituted by the radicals -CHO, -CN, -OH, and -NO generated several peaks in the excited states, which is the opposite case for the other molecules with a single peak. The effects of chain elongation revealed exponential equations generated by the two parameters energy gaps (ΔEH-L) and maximum wavelengths (λmax) as a function of the number of units (n). These equations were used to predict the maximum and minimum values of the above parameters for more elongated oligomers. METHOD The software used to make the calculations is Gaussian 16. All geometries were calculated by B3LYP functional and 6-31++G(d,p) basis set. The electronic parameters ΔEH-L were calculated by the following functionals: B3LYP, CAM-B3LYP, LC-wPBE, LC-BLYP, wB97X, M062X, M06HF, and M11 in addition to the second-order Møller-Plesset method (MP2) while always keeping the basis set mentioned before. An effect of basis set variation was studied by the optimal functional in combination with the following basis sets: 6-31G(d,p), 6-31++G(d,p), cc-pVDZ, AUG-cc-pVDZ, 6-311G(d,p), 6-311++G(d,p), cc-pVTZ, and AUG-cc-pVTZ. The NBO study was carried out with the M06HF/6-31++G(d,p) functional using the NBO method. The solvation parameters were calculated by M06HF/6-31++G(d,p) in the presence of the implicit solvation model Solvation Model based on Density (SMD). The excited states were calculated by M06HF/6-31++G(d,p) by the implicit solvation model Conductor Polarizable Continuum Model (CPCM).
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- Mourad Zouaoui-Rabah
- Department of Preparatory Education in Science and Technology, National Polytechnic School of Oran Maurice Audin, P.O. Box 1523, Oran, El M'naouer, Algeria
- Laboratory of Materials Chemistry Catalysis and Reactivity, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Exact Sciences and Informatics, Hassiba Benbouali University of Chlef, P.O. Box 78C, 02180, Ouled Fares Chlef, Algeria
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- Departement of Chemistry, Faculty of Exact Sciences, Mustapha Stambouli, University of Mascara, Av. Cheikh El Khaldi, 29000, Mascara, Algeria
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- Laboratory of Materials Chemistry Catalysis and Reactivity, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Exact Sciences and Informatics, Hassiba Benbouali University of Chlef, P.O. Box 78C, 02180, Ouled Fares Chlef, Algeria
- Departement of Chemistry, Faculty of Exact Sciences and Informatics, Hassiba Benbouali University of Chlef, P.O. Box 78C, 02180, Ouled Fares Chlef, Algeria
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- Laboratory of Materials Chemistry Catalysis and Reactivity, Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Exact Sciences and Informatics, Hassiba Benbouali University of Chlef, P.O. Box 78C, 02180, Ouled Fares Chlef, Algeria.
- Departement of Chemistry, Faculty of Exact Sciences and Informatics, Hassiba Benbouali University of Chlef, P.O. Box 78C, 02180, Ouled Fares Chlef, Algeria.
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- Departement of Chemistry, Faculty of Exact Sciences and Informatics, Hassiba Benbouali University of Chlef, P.O. Box 78C, 02180, Ouled Fares Chlef, Algeria
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Shah HA, Househ M. Understanding Loneliness in Younger People: Review of the Opportunities and Challenges for Loneliness Interventions. Interact J Med Res 2023; 12:e45197. [PMID: 37917125 PMCID: PMC10654910 DOI: 10.2196/45197] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2022] [Revised: 03/20/2023] [Accepted: 04/30/2023] [Indexed: 11/03/2023] Open
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Loneliness affects the quality of life of people all around the world. Loneliness is also shown to be directly associated with mental health issues and is often the cause of mental health problems. It is also shown to increase the risk of heart diseases and other physical illnesses. Loneliness is studied both from the social and medical sciences perspectives. There are also interventions on the basis of health informatics, information and communication technologies (ICTs), social media, and other technological solutions. In the literature, loneliness is studied from various angles and perspectives ranging from biological to socioeconomical and through anthropological understandings of technology. From the ICT and technological sides, there are multiple reviews studying the effectiveness of intervention strategies and solutions. However, there is a lack of a comprehensive review on loneliness that engulfs the psychological, social, and technological studies of loneliness. From the perspective of loneliness informatics (ie, the application of health informatics practices and tools), it is important to understand the psychological and biological basis of loneliness. When it comes to technological interventions to fight off loneliness, the majority of interventions focus on older people. While loneliness is highest among older people, theoretical and demographical studies of loneliness give a U-shaped distribution age-wise to loneliness; that is, younger people and older people are the demographics most affected by loneliness. But the strategies and interventions designed for older people cannot be directly applied to younger people. We present the dynamics of loneliness in younger people and also provide an overview of the technological interventions for loneliness in younger people. This paper presents an approach wherein the studies carried out from the perspectives of digital health and informatics are discussed in detail. A comprehensive overview of the understanding of loneliness and the study of the overall field of tools and strategies of loneliness informatics was carried out. The need to study loneliness in younger people is addressed and particular digital solutions and interventions developed for younger people are presented. This paper can be used to overcome the challenges of technological gaps in the studies and strategies developed for loneliness. The findings of this study show that the majority of interventions and reviews are focused on older people, with ICT-based and social media-based interventions showing promise for countering the effects of loneliness. There are new technologies, such as conversational agents and robots, which are tailored to the particular needs of younger people. This literature review suggests that the digital solutions developed to overcome loneliness can benefit people, and younger people in particular, more if they are made interactive in order to retain users.
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Qamruzzaman M. Clean energy-led tourism development in Malaysia: Do environmental degradation, FDI, Education and ICT matter? Heliyon 2023; 9:e21779. [PMID: 38034663 PMCID: PMC10681960 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e21779] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2023] [Revised: 10/25/2023] [Accepted: 10/27/2023] [Indexed: 12/02/2023] Open
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Concerning tourism, two lines of evidence are available in the literature, i.e., tourism's impact on macro fundamentals and determinants of tourism development. Regarding determinants, researchers have documented positive and negative associations between selected macro fundamentals and tourism development. The study's objective is to examine the impact of clean energy, foreign direct investment (FDI), education, and information and communication technology (ICT) on tourism development in Malaysia from 1990 to 2021. The study employed several econometrical techniques in investigating the empirical nexus, including the Bayer-Hancked cointegration test, ARDL Bound testing, Nonlinear ARDL, Toda-Yamamoto causality, and Fourier TY causality test. Moreover, the study employed dynamic OLS, Fully-modified OLS and CCR for the coefficient robust test. The study indicates that the utilization of renewable energy sources has the potential to alleviate the adverse environmental impacts associated with conventional energy sources. This, in turn, can enhance the appeal of tourist destinations to environmentally conscious visitors. Clean energy sources can provide tourism enterprises with cost-saving opportunities, improving profitability and ensuring long-term sustainability. Furthermore, the study reveals a noteworthy correlation between foreign direct investment (FDI) and tourism development. This implies that FDI plays a significant role in fostering tourism activities within the economy. Moreover, it has been found that education plays a crucial role in fostering tourism growth by positively influencing the quality of services and experiences offered to travelers. Finally, the study emphasizes the positive impact of information and communication technology (ICT) on the growth and advancement of the tourism industry. This is particularly evident in utilizing online booking systems, mobile applications, and immersive virtual tourism experiences.
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- Md Qamruzzaman
- School of Business and Economics, United International University, Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Caprioli T, Mason S, Tetlow H, Reilly S, Giebel C. Exploring the views and the use of information and communication technologies to access post-diagnostic support by people living with dementia and unpaid carers: a systematic review. Aging Ment Health 2023; 27:2329-2345. [PMID: 37029635 DOI: 10.1080/13607863.2023.2196246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2022] [Accepted: 03/19/2023] [Indexed: 04/09/2023]
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OBJECTIVES This systematic review examined how information communication technologies (ICT) has been used to access remote post-diagnostic support that address the needs people with dementia, or those of dyad, and explored care recipients' views on accessing support remotely. METHOD Concepts relating to dementia and ICT were searched across six databases (PsychInfo, PubMed, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, Social Care Online, and Web of Science) in March 2021 and updated in March 2022. Studies published from 1990 and written in English, German or French were considered for inclusion. Methodological quality was appraised using the Hawker quality assessment tool and reporting structured according to PRISMA guidelines. RESULTS The search yielded 8,485 citations. Following the removal of duplicates and screening processes, 18 papers reporting on 17 studies were included. Studies described a range of post-diagnostic support, including medical follow-ups and therapeutic sessions, and were often delivered on a one-to-one basis via videoconferencing software. Whilst often relying on assistance from unpaid carers, people with dementia directly engaged with ICT to access post-diagnostic support in 13 studies. Accessing post-diagnostic support remotely appears feasible, nevertheless, care recipients' views were mixed. Access was frequently facilitated by supplying devices and providing ongoing technological support. CONCLUSIONS Accessing post-diagnostic support remotely is likely to benefit some care recipients, however, to prevent widening inequalities in access, services within the current hybrid landscape need to accommodate to people who are digitally excluded. Future research should capture the support provided by unpaid carers to facilitate the engagement of people with dementia to remote post-diagnostic support.
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- Thaïs Caprioli
- NIHR ARC NWC, Liverpool, UK
- Department of Primary Care and Mental Health, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
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- Palliative Care Unit, Institute of Life Course and Medical Sciences, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
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- Bradford Dementia Group, University of Bradford, Bradford, UK
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- NIHR ARC NWC, Liverpool, UK
- Department of Primary Care and Mental Health, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
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Rahman MS, Haque ME, Afrad MSI, Hasan SS, Rahman MA. Impact of mobile phone usage on empowerment of rural women entrepreneurs: Evidence from rural Bangladesh. Heliyon 2023; 9:e21604. [PMID: 38027753 PMCID: PMC10661385 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e21604] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2023] [Revised: 10/19/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Mobile phones have emerged as the predominant technology in developing countries, especially within agricultural enterprises. This research investigates the influence of mobile phone utilization on the empowerment of female entrepreneurs in rural farming communities. Data were gathered from 150 female agricultural entrepreneurs in the rural regions of Bangladesh. The empowerment of these women was assessed across five dimensions: economic, social, technological, psychological, and political. The findings indicate that the composite empowerment index was notably higher at 61.92% post-mobile phone adoption, in contrast to 37.47% prior to its use. This underscores the positive impact of mobile phone utilization on the empowerment of rural female farmers. The research highlighted significant enhancements in all five empowerment dimensions, with these augmentations being statistically meaningful. The most pronounced improvement was observed in economic empowerment, while political empowerment witnessed the least growth. Furthermore, the shifts were profoundly correlated with the other three dimensions: social, technological, and psychological. The evidence establishes a link between mobile phone adoption by rural female farmers and their subsequent empowerment, with empowerment metrics showing a steady rise from the low-usage to the high-usage categories. Consequently, the correlation is positive. The results advocate that mobile phone utilization assists rural female farmers in augmenting their empowerment. It is thus recommended that policymakers and developmental organizations prioritize mobile technology as a tool to empower rural women in Bangladesh. This can be realized by enhancing accessibility, confronting socio-cultural barriers, and fostering digital literacy.
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- Md Sadekur Rahman
- Department of Agricultural Extension, Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University (HSTU), Dinajpur 5200, Bangladesh
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- Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural University (BSMRAU), Gazipur 1706, Bangladesh
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- Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural University (BSMRAU), Gazipur 1706, Bangladesh
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- Department of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural University (BSMRAU), Gazipur 1706, Bangladesh
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- Department of Agroforestry and Environment, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Agricultural University (BSMRAU), CIFOR-ICRAF Bangladesh Office, Gazipur 1706, Bangladesh
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Liaaen JM, Ytterhus B, Söderström S. Inaccessible Possibilities: experiences of using ICT to engage with services among young persons with disabilities. Disabil Rehabil Assist Technol 2023; 18:1377-1384. [PMID: 34892986 DOI: 10.1080/17483107.2021.2008530] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/04/2021] [Accepted: 11/12/2021] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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PURPOSE The use of Information and communications technologies (ICT) in the public sector is widespread and on the increase. There is a need to develop knowledge regarding the end users experiences of using ICT to engage with services. This study aims to provide knowledge regarding young persons with disabilities or chronic disease experience using ICT to engage with health- and social care services. MATERIALS AND METHODS Nine young persons between 16 and 25, living with chronic disease or physical disability, participated in this study. The data was collected using semi-structured interviews. The interviews were recorded, transcribed verbatim and analysed using Constructivist Grounded Theory. RESULTS Three categories were identified that reflected the young persons' experiences with using ICT to engage with health and social care services. (1) Navigating in an information overflow, (2) Experiencing disparate dialogues, (3) Utilising the potential of ICT. The young persons experienced that ICT used for engaging with health and social care services did not necessarily fit their need, yet, they saw how ICT had potential to increase engagement with services, especially with an increased focus on dialogue. The findings can be subsumed by the core category Inaccessible Possibilities, illustrating both the potentials and the challenges ICT presented. CONCLUSION The study shows that although young persons are perceived as digitally native, they experienced challenges using ICT to engage with health- and social services. The poor fit of ICT combined with navigation- and accessibility issues, hinder engagement. However, ICT inhabit a potential to increase engagement, especially communication.IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONYoung persons' experiences show that ICT can be useful for enhancing engagement with health and social care servicesICT provided by health and social services does not necessarily meet young persons need for dialogueAn increased focus on accessibility and design is necessary to ensure people with disabilities access to ICT used by health- and social care services.
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- Janne Marita Liaaen
- Department of Neuromedicine and Movement Science, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Public Health and Nursing, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Neuromedicine and Movement Science, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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König R, Seifert A. Internet usage, frequency and intensity in old age during the COVID-19 pandemic-a case study for Switzerland. Front Sociol 2023; 8:1268613. [PMID: 37954497 PMCID: PMC10639129 DOI: 10.3389/fsoc.2023.1268613] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2023] [Accepted: 10/12/2023] [Indexed: 11/14/2023]
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Introduction This study examines the digital divide among older adults in Switzerland within the rapidly evolving digital environment. It investigates changes in internet usage among this population, focusing on the proportion of users, frequency, and the intensity of their internet usage during the COVID-19 pandemic. Methods Drawing on Swiss data from the Survey of Health, Aging, and Retirement (SHARE), conducted in 2021, the study analyzes a sample of 1,205 older adults. Results The findings indicate a growing proportion of internet users over time. It also highlights that gender differences persist but are decreasing. Notably, around 9% of individuals in this study had never used the internet, while recent users exhibited high activity levels, spending an average of approximately two and a half hours online daily. The study identified age, education, employment, living arrangements, and attitudes toward technology as influential factors shaping internet usage among older adults. Importantly, the COVID-19 pandemic did not have a significant impact on internet adoption among this demographic. Discussion These findings shed light on the complex dynamics that shape internet usage among older adults and underscore the need to promote digital inclusion and engagement within this population.
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- Ronny König
- Department of Sociology, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Institute for Integration and Participation, School of Social Work, University of Applied Sciences and Arts, Northwestern Switzerland, Olten, Switzerland
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Song MJ, Lee HY. How to lead on carbon neutrality through sustainable development: A perspective on renewable energy, Information and Communication Technology ( ICT), and logistics networks. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2023; 30:103776-103787. [PMID: 37695486 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-29725-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2023] [Accepted: 09/01/2023] [Indexed: 09/12/2023]
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In the face of intensifying climate change-induced environmental problems, understanding the causal relationship between carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and socioeconomic factors is crucial for achieving sustainable development. This study investigates how the causal relationships between renewable energy, information and communication technology (ICT), logistics networks, economic growth, industrialization, and energy intensity impact sustainable development using a panel dataset drawn from 104 countries and covering 2006 to 2019. Methodologically, panel unit root, panel co-integration, and Granger causality tests are employed as robust econometric techniques. The results of the panel unit root and co-integration tests confirm the stationarity of the variables and reveal significant long-term relationships among them throughout the empirical analysis period. Notably, the panel FMOLS and DOLS estimates indicate a positive effect of RE and ICT on reducing CO2 emissions, whereas GDP and energy intensity have a negative impact on CO2 emissions reduction. Moreover, the pairwise Granger causality test findings indicate bidirectional causal relationships between RE and CO2, IND and CO2, ICT and RE, IND and RE, GDP and ICT, as well as IND and ICT. The study recommends providing policy support, including for technological development and innovation, towards establishing a system that fosters sustainable development.
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- Min-Ju Song
- Department of International Economics and Business, Yeungnam University, 280 Daehak-Ro, Gyeongsan, 38541, Gyeongbuk, Korea
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- Department of International Economics and Business, Yeungnam University, 280 Daehak-Ro, Gyeongsan, 38541, Gyeongbuk, Korea.
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Hayford IS, Ofori EK, Gyamfi BA, Gyimah J. Clean cooking technologies, information, and communication technology and the environment. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2023; 30:105646-105664. [PMID: 37715900 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-29577-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2023] [Accepted: 08/25/2023] [Indexed: 09/18/2023]
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In recent years, researchers and politicians have become concerned about the ever-increasing energy consumption of ICT gadgets. Any effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions should take the ICT industry's carbon emissions into account, given the widespread usage of ICT products across all economic sectors. Employing Driscoll-Kraay Panel Corrected Estimators for E7 economies from 2000 to 2020, we examine the direct impacts of ICT on ecology as well as the indirect implications through connections with the availability of clean fuel and technology for cooking and trade while also adjusting for population and renewable energy. From the empirical findings, it was observed that the two proxies of ICT services (i.e., internet-penetration and mobile-subscriptions) were negatively significantly connected with E7's (Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Russia, and Turkey) carbon emissions. Similarly, access to clean fuel and technologies for cooking and renewable energy decreases emission levels within the E7 economies, while trade openness and population growth increase emission levels within the said economies. Moreover, the method of moment quantile regression used as a robustness check affirms the baseline technique. According to the findings, the E7 economies can safely boost internet usage and associated technologies to lower emissions. They may lessen their negative impact on the ecosystem by increasing the utilization of renewable energy and expanding access to clean fuel and cooking technologies.
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- Isaac Sam Hayford
- Management Science and Engineering, Zhengzhou University School of Management Engineering, Zhengzhou, Henan, China
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- School of Science and Engineering, University of Galway, University Road, H91 REW4, Galway, Ireland.
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- School of Management, Sir Padampat Singhania University, Bhatewar, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India
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- Taiyuan University of Technology, Taiyuan, Shanxi, China
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Ehigiamusoe KU, Lean HH, Mustapha M, Ramakrishnan S. Industrialization, globalization, ICT, and environmental degradation in Malaysia: A frequency domain analysis. Heliyon 2023; 9:e20699. [PMID: 37876485 PMCID: PMC10590859 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e20699] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2023] [Revised: 09/30/2023] [Accepted: 10/04/2023] [Indexed: 10/26/2023] Open
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This paper examines the causal relationship between industrialization, globalization, information communication technology (ICT) and environmental degradation in Malaysia during 1970-2019. It uses two indicators of environmental degradation (carbon emissions and ecological footprint), three dimensions of globalization (political, social, and economic) and three indicators of ICT (users of internet, mobile cellular, and fixed telephone subscriptions). It utilizes Granger causality technique in frequency domain which differentiates between permanent and temporary causality, Vector Error Correction approach as well as Variance Decompositions. The bound test shows that the variables have cointegration relationship. It reveals joint long-run and short-run causality from industrialization, globalization, and ICT to carbon emissions, albeit the causality to ecological footprint is tenuous. It indicates that industrialization, globalization, and ICT significantly predict carbon emissions at high frequency than at low frequency. A substantial percentage of the forecast error variance in environmental degradation are explained by industrialization, globalization, and ICT. The robustness of the empirical outcomes is confirmed by the alternative proxies of the variables. Our study implies that industrialization, globalization, and ICT are determinants of environmental degradation. Therefore, policies to mitigate environmental problem should prioritize these variables to attain green economy.
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- Kizito Uyi Ehigiamusoe
- TIFIES Research Group and Southampton Malaysia Business School, University of Southampton, Malaysia
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- Economics Program, School of Social Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800, Gelugor, Penang, Malaysia
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- School of Accounting and Finance, Taylor's University, Malaysia
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Kopler I, Marchaim U, Tikász IE, Opaliński S, Kokin E, Mallinger K, Neubauer T, Gunnarsson S, Soerensen C, Phillips CJC, Banhazi T. Farmers' Perspectives of the Benefits and Risks in Precision Livestock Farming in the EU Pig and Poultry Sectors. Animals (Basel) 2023; 13:2868. [PMID: 37760267 PMCID: PMC10525424 DOI: 10.3390/ani13182868] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2023] [Revised: 08/28/2023] [Accepted: 09/05/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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More efficient livestock production systems are necessary, considering that only 41% of global meat demand will be met by 2050. Moreover, the COVID-19 pandemic crisis has clearly illustrated the necessity of building sustainable and stable agri-food systems. Precision Livestock Farming (PLF) offers the continuous capacity of agriculture to contribute to overall human and animal welfare by providing sufficient goods and services through the application of technical innovations like digitalization. However, adopting new technologies is a challenging issue for farmers, extension services, agri-business and policymakers. We present a review of operational concepts and technological solutions in the pig and poultry sectors, as reflected in 41 and 16 European projects from the last decade, respectively. The European trend of increasing broiler-meat production, which is soon to outpace pork, stresses the need for more outstanding research efforts in the poultry industry. We further present a review of farmers' attitudes and obstacles to the acceptance of technological solutions in the pig and poultry sectors using examples and lessons learned from recent European projects. Despite the low resonance at the research level, the investigation of farmers' attitudes and concerns regarding the acceptance of technological solutions in the livestock sector should be incorporated into any technological development.
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- Idan Kopler
- European Wing Unit, Galilee Research Institute, Kiryat Shmona 11016, Israel;
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- European Wing Unit, Galilee Research Institute, Kiryat Shmona 11016, Israel;
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- Agricultural Economics Directorate, Institute of Agricultural Economics, H-1093 Budapest, Hungary;
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- Department of Environmental Hygiene and Animal Welfare, Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences, 50-375 Wrocław, Poland;
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- Institute of Forestry and Engineering, Estonian University of Life Science, 51014 Tartu, Estonia; (E.K.); (C.J.C.P.)
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- Department of Animal Environment and Health, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, SE-532 23 Skara, Sweden;
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- Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Aarhus University, 8000 Aarhus, Denmark;
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- Institute of Forestry and Engineering, Estonian University of Life Science, 51014 Tartu, Estonia; (E.K.); (C.J.C.P.)
- CUSP Institute, Curtin University, Bentley, WA 6102, Australia
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- AgHiTech Kft, H-1101 Budapest, Hungary;
- International College, National Taiwan University, Taipei 10617, Taiwan
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Asensio-Martínez A, Aguilar-Latorre A, Masluk B, Gascón-Santos S, Sánchez-Calavera MA, Sánchez-Recio R. Social support as a mediator in the relationship between technostress or academic stress and health: analysis by gender among university students. Front Psychol 2023; 14:1236825. [PMID: 37744603 PMCID: PMC10513771 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1236825] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2023] [Accepted: 08/10/2023] [Indexed: 09/26/2023] Open
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Introduction This research aims to study the role of social support as a mediator in the relationship between technostress or academic stress and health in university students. Methods A descriptive, quantitative cross-sectional study has been carried out through a self-reported survey answered by 389 students during March and April 2022. The current level of health was the outcome variable. Technostress and academic stress were the criterion variables. Perceived social support was the mediator variable. The sociodemographic variables and ICT use at the educational level were the independent variables. Results Women have higher levels of technostress and academic stress than men. Social support significantly and positively mediates the relationship between academic stress and self-perceived health in men. Discussion There is a clear need to develop new social management strategies that assist students in developing stable and long-lasting social networks, which can reduce stress during the student period and provide personal tools for later working life.
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- Angela Asensio-Martínez
- Department of Psychology and Sociology, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
- Aragonese Primary Care Research Group (GAIAP), Institute for Health Research Aragón (IIS Aragón), Zaragoza, Spain
- Research Network on Chronicity, Primary Care and Health Promotion (RICAPPS, RD21/0016/0005), Carlos III Health Institute, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Psychology and Sociology, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
- Aragonese Primary Care Research Group (GAIAP), Institute for Health Research Aragón (IIS Aragón), Zaragoza, Spain
- Research Network on Chronicity, Primary Care and Health Promotion (RICAPPS, RD21/0016/0005), Carlos III Health Institute, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Psychology and Sociology, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
- Aragonese Primary Care Research Group (GAIAP), Institute for Health Research Aragón (IIS Aragón), Zaragoza, Spain
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- Department of Psychology and Sociology, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
- Aragonese Primary Care Research Group (GAIAP), Institute for Health Research Aragón (IIS Aragón), Zaragoza, Spain
- Research Network on Chronicity, Primary Care and Health Promotion (RICAPPS, RD21/0016/0005), Carlos III Health Institute, Madrid, Spain
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- Aragonese Primary Care Research Group (GAIAP), Institute for Health Research Aragón (IIS Aragón), Zaragoza, Spain
- Research Network on Chronicity, Primary Care and Health Promotion (RICAPPS, RD21/0016/0005), Carlos III Health Institute, Madrid, Spain
- Department of Medicine, Psychiatry and Dermatology, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
- Health Center Las Fuentes Norte, Aragón Healthcare Service (SALUD), Zaragoza, Spain
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- Aragonese Primary Care Research Group (GAIAP), Institute for Health Research Aragón (IIS Aragón), Zaragoza, Spain
- Research Group on Health Services in Aragon (GRISSA), Institute for Health Research Aragón (IIS Aragón), Zaragoza, Spain
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Zheng K, Zheng X, Yang Y, Chang J. Advancing higher education and its implication towards sustainable development: Moderate role of green innovation in BRI economies. Heliyon 2023; 9:e19519. [PMID: 37809796 PMCID: PMC10558744 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2023.e19519] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2023] [Revised: 07/21/2023] [Accepted: 08/24/2023] [Indexed: 10/10/2023] Open
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Environmental deterioration is one of the major problems the globe is facing in the modern period. On the other hand, several groups around the world have endeavored to launch efforts to protect the planet, such as the Sustainable Development Goals. Therefore, the proposed objectives' primary duty is to strike a balance between development and environmental concerns. This study looked at 65 Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) economies to see how factors, including the economic complexity index, urbanization, ICT, higher education, and green innovation, affected carbon emissions in the presence of sustainable development. Annual time series data from 2000 to 2020 have been used in the analysis. This study employs the CC-EMG to determine the durability of the association between the variables. AMG and quantile GMM regression estimations were used to test the robustness and reproducibility of the results. The results reveal that higher education and green innovation help lower carbon emissions, whereas the economic complexity index and urbanization are beneficial for increasing economic activity and advancing information and communication technologies. The economic complexity index, ICT, and higher education are all negatively impacted by green innovation. Important policy implications of the computed coefficients for the selected and other developing markets in planning a suitable path forward to a sustainable environment are also provided.
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- Keyan Zheng
- School of Foreign Studies, Suzhou University, Suzhou, 234000, China
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- Business School, Suzhou University, Suzhou, 234000, China
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- Business School, Suzhou University, Suzhou, 234000, China
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- School of Foreign Languages, Tianjin University of Technology and Education, Tianjin 300222, China
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Huang S, Zhang J. Does the digital economy matter for higher education? The role of ICT and green innovations in top polluted economies. Environ Sci Pollut Res Int 2023; 30:100058-100071. [PMID: 37624493 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-023-29019-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/14/2023] [Accepted: 07/24/2023] [Indexed: 08/26/2023]
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The upsurge in information and communication technology is considered a key determinant for higher education. Moreover, green innovation is also the main catalyst of higher education. This research explores the role of information and communication technology and green innovation on higher education for the top 25 polluted economies from 2003 to 2020. This study considers the determinants of higher education (HE): economic growth, information and communication technology, green innovation, government expenditure, and carbon emission. The study employs FMOLS, DOLS, and MMQR tests to check the results of variables in this study. Economic growth, information and communication technology, green innovation, and government expenditure significantly impact higher education in this model. However, carbon emission has a negative impact on higher education. Moreover, the moderate effect of green innovation on information and communication technology, government expenditure, and carbon emission positively relates to higher education. In terms of outcomes, this study suggests how a country can maximize higher education.
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- Shan Huang
- Research Center of Management Science and Engineering, Jiangxi Normal University, Nanchang, 330022, Jiangxi, China
- Science and Technology College, Jiangxi Normal University, Gongqingcheng, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
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- Research Center of Management Science and Engineering, Jiangxi Normal University, Nanchang, 330022, Jiangxi, China.
- Business College, Jiangxi Normal University, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China.
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Köttl H, Allen LD, Mannheim I, Ayalon L. Associations Between Everyday ICT Usage and (Self-)Ageism: A Systematic Literature Review. Gerontologist 2023; 63:1172-1187. [PMID: 35670751 DOI: 10.1093/geront/gnac075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2022] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Both rapid technological changes and (self-)ageism are pervasive challenges of the 21st century, potentially affecting older adults' everyday functioning, health, and well-being. This systematic literature review aimed to synthesize scholarly evidence to determine the associations between everyday information and communication technology (EICT) usage and (self-)ageism as well as potential moderators. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS A systematic search was performed in 8 academic databases, covering the time frame from January 1995 to January 2021. Following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines, a total of 15 articles met the inclusion criteria and were involved in the analysis. The standardized National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute's quality assessment tools were used for risk bias. RESULTS Several studies demonstrated significant associations between EICT usage and stereotype embodiment (n = 8), stereotype threat (n = 2), and age discrimination (n = 3). Age (group), gender, and motivation were examined as potential moderators. DISCUSSION AND IMPLICATIONS This review provides initial evidence on the associations between (self-)ageism and EICT usage. It highlights the importance of positive subjective aging perceptions for active EICT usage in older adults, but also emphasizes the detrimental consequences of ageism in EICT learning settings and technology design on older persons' willingness and ability to use EICT. Further ecologically valid and methodologically sound research is needed to better understand both the nature and direction of the association between EICT usage and (self-)ageism.
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- Hanna Köttl
- Faculty of Social Sciences, Bar-Ilan University, Ramat Gan, Israel
- Department of Health Sciences, IMC University of Applied Sciences Krems, Krems an der Donau, Austria
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- Faculty of Social Sciences, Bar-Ilan University, Ramat Gan, Israel
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- School of Allied Health Professions, Fontys University of Applied Science, Eindhoven, The Netherlands
- Tranzo, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences, Tilburg University, Tilburg, The Netherlands
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- Faculty of Social Sciences, Bar-Ilan University, Ramat Gan, Israel
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Pagliara SM, Sanchez Utge M. Tool for Digital Inclusion in Italian Schools: The Use of Self-Assessment Framework from ENTELIS Project. Stud Health Technol Inform 2023; 306:455-460. [PMID: 37638949 DOI: 10.3233/shti230660] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/29/2023]
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The use of technology in education has the potential to create more inclusive environments for all students, including those with disabilities. In Italy, the Ministry of Education has recognized the importance of digital literacy in schools and has issued several documents outlining the steps necessary to build a more inclusive educational system. However, in order to achieve these goals, it is important to assess the current situation and identify areas for improvement. The Entelis Self-assessment framework, particularly the Italian short version, can be used as a tool to help schools assess their digital inclusion practices and develop strategies for improvement. In 2015, the Ministry of Education issued the new Law 107/2015, called "La Buona Scuola", which included the New National Plan on School Digital Literacy - PNSD (MIUR, 2015) and the Three-year plan of in-service teachers' education and training. These documents aimed to consolidate the path of innovation and digitization in schools through a strategy that invested in the technological, epistemological, and cultural dimensions. The PNSD focused on the initial and in-service training of teachers, recognizing that educational innovation through digital technologies requires a reformulation of traditional teaching-learning methods to include pedagogical accessibility and inclusion. However, the success of these initiatives depends on the readiness of teachers to implement new technologies in their classrooms. The European Union (EU) identified teacher training as a critical factor for the success of ICT-related educational innovation in 2003. Teachers themselves recognize the need for training, with TALIS results (OEDC, 2014) showing that the need for training related to teaching with information and communication technology (ICT) skills and using new technologies in the workplace was a priority for teachers.
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Bell D, Layton N, Austin V, Holloway C. Unpacking 'What Works': A Commentary of the Key Learnings for ICT from the AT2030 Program. Stud Health Technol Inform 2023; 306:281-288. [PMID: 37638926 DOI: 10.3233/shti230632] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/29/2023]
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The AT2030 programme was launched in 2018 to test 'what works' in getting assistive technology (AT) to people globally, specifically in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC), where there is often a systematic lack of provision. After four years, this paper reviews the project outcomes, focussing on published material. It provides the backdrop to the AT2030 program, contextualises current developments in global AT global and funding, and unpacks the key learnings of what works to get AT to the people that need it around the world, with a focus on ICT. The paper does this by applying Global Disability Innovation Hub's mission-led and transformative approach, concluding with contemporary actions to improve access to AT to illustrate the value of embracing complexity for AT ecosystem stakeholders, including researchers, practitioners, AT users and policymakers.
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- Diane Bell
- Global Disability Innovation Hub, London, United Kingdom
- UCL Interaction Centre, University College London (UCL), London, United Kingdom
- University of Stellenbosch, South Africa
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- RAIL Research Centre, Monash University, Frankston, Australia
- Australian Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology Association, Australia
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- Global Disability Innovation Hub, London, United Kingdom
- UCL Interaction Centre, University College London (UCL), London, United Kingdom
- WHO Collaborating Centre, UCL, London
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- Global Disability Innovation Hub, London, United Kingdom
- UCL Interaction Centre, University College London (UCL), London, United Kingdom
- WHO Collaborating Centre, UCL, London
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