International Databases Research Articles

Scientometric analysis of global cyber security research output based on Web of Science

Objective. This study aims to analyze global cyber security research using various scientometric indicators for 25 years, from 1999 to 2023. Design/Methodology/Approach. The study used the Web of Science international citation database to retrieve a total of 5,640 records. The records were extracted in the CSV file format and further analyzed using an MS-Excel spreadsheet, VosViewer, and Biblioshiny software. Findings. The findings revealed that a 300% annual growth rate was recorded for the publications in 2002. The USA emerged as the top contributor (31.15%) among the countries. The authors affiliated with the State University System of Florida have more publications (107 contributions). Authors Lingfeng Wang of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and Kim-Kwang Raymond Choo of the University of Texas at San Antonio have contributed the equal and highest number of (21) papers. Originality/Value. Cyber security research helps to guardian the individual or nation’s digital sovereignty, protecting it against sophisticated cyber threats and potential attacks. The discipline has become the subject of global research. This study helps cyber security experts, software or web developers, and researchers identify the primary research evidence and its impact on the research community and policymakers for evidence-based policymaking to combat invisible global threats.

Molecular methods for diagnosis of monkeypox: A mini-review.

Monkeypox is a global public health issue caused by the monkeypox virus (MPXV). As of October 28, 2022, a total of 77,115 laboratory-confirmed cases and 3,610 probable cases, including 36 deaths, were reported, with 9,070 cases reported in Brazil, the second most affected country. The need to develop national technologies for the rapid diagnosis of emerging diseases for mass testing of the population is evident, as observed in the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. With that in mind, this article provides an overview of current methods, techniques, and their applications in the molecular detection of monkeypox, focusing the search on real-time polymerase chain reaction (qPCR), polymerase chain reaction (PCR), and polymerase chain reaction-enzyme linked immunosorbent assay (PCR-ELISA). The relevant documents or papers covered in this study were selected by a search in international bibliographic databases. The search terms used in the databases were aimed at summarizing existing knowledge on molecular diagnostic methods, such as monkeypox; MPX, MPXV, qPCR, PCR, PCR-ELISA, diagnosis and detection searched separately or together using the Boolean operator "AND" either in the title or abstract. The searches took place in September 2022, and the corresponding articles were selected between 2012 and 2022. We found 256 documents in total and twelve studies addressing the molecular diagnosis of monkeypox were classified as possible sources for this review. It is evident there is a pressing need to develop national technologies for rapid diagnosis of emerging diseases for mass testing of the population. It is also extremely important to have national detection kits with greater diagnostic capacity to assist in developing effective public policies in countries affected by this disease.

Evidence from resected early-stage non-small cell lung cancer with EGFR mutation: a literature review.

Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) in early-stages (I-IIIA) with epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) mutation may have specific epidemiological, clinical characteristics and treatment implications. This review aims to summarise the available evidence on these particularities, especially focusing on patient characteristics, treatment outcomes and safety with EGFR-tyrosine-kinase inhibitor (TKI). An exhaustive search of international bibliographic databases, as well as in abstracts of communications from major international congresses was performed for evidence related to EGFR-mutated NSCLC or early-stage NSCLC published in English before December 31st, 2023. Early-stage NSCLC with EGFR mutation presents with a variable incidence depending on geographical aspects. The clinical, radiological and molecular features differ slightly from both early-stage NSCLC without EGFR mutation and advanced NSCLC with EGFR mutation. Adjuvant treatment with the third-generation EGFR-TKI osimertinib has led to improvements in disease-free survival and overall survival (OS) in these patients, representing a practice changing and a new standard of care in clinical practice. No new safety signals have been reported with EGFR-TKI in the adjuvant setting. Clinical trials are ongoing to explore new therapeutic options in the adjuvant and neoadjuvant setting as well as the optimal duration of adjuvant osimertinib. Detection of EGFR mutation in early-stage NSCLC is an important goal due to the different characteristics and additional therapeutic options that improve patient outcomes and follow-up.

Towards a national life cycle database: an LCA case study from the Czech Republic

Abstract The building sector in the Czech Republic faces several challenges, including limited availability of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) data for building materials and products, insufficient market incentives, little institutional capacity, and some resistance from governmental entities. Therefore, this study also outlines the creation of an internal environmental dataset database designed to conduct Whole Life Carbon (WLC) assessments for 50 case studies. The database primarily sources Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and generic data from the Ecoinvent database, which are stored within the OneClick LCA software (OCLCA). The Global Warming Potential (GWP) is calculated for the whole life cycle of each building, using the EU Level(s) methodology. As a baseline, the datasets for materials and products with the highest GWP values were used. A sensitivity analysis was performed on the main resulting hotspots to produce results for both the so-called realistic (average GWP values) and optimistic (lowest GWP values) scenarios. The application of this methodology is demonstrated through a detailed example of one of the case studies, within the framework of the INDICATE international project. This work represents a significant step toward defining a Czech national methodology for establishing benchmarks that can be readily used by Czech practitioners and practitioners.

Evaluation of the prevalence and influencing factors on poly-pharmacy among elderly patients - A review

ABSTRACT The evaluation of adverse effects caused by poly-pharmacy (PHP) in patients, especially in the elderly group, is very important. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate the prevalence and factors affecting PHP in elderly patients. This study was conducted as a narrative review. Related articles were downloaded using reliable international databases and specialized mesh terms. Finally, the results of 29 articles were extracted based on the authors’ names, study location, sample size, and key results. The findings of the study showed that the prevalence of PHP in the elderly was higher after discharge from the hospital than during hospitalization. In addition, the prevalence of PHP in the elderly who lived in care centers was higher than in those who lived at home. Based on the findings, there was a relationship between the source of obtaining information about drugs and the pattern of PHP consumption. The findings of the present study showed that PHP leads to serious complications in the elderly. Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that some variables such as age, sex, health level, financial status, place of residence, type of disease, number of simultaneous diseases, hospitalization, duration of hospitalization, level of awareness of the elderly and their caregivers, the care place of elderly, and the number of visits of the elderly to the physician can be effective in the prevalence of PHP. Strategies such as choosing treatment goals for each patient in preventing unnecessary drug use, identifying at-risk groups, and periodically monitoring the benefits and side effects of drugs can be effective in reducing drug complications caused by PHP in the elderly.

Non-Pharmacological Management of Insomnia in Cancer Patients

Abstract Introduction. Insomnia is a common sleep disorder in cancer patients, characterized by a reduction in the quality or quantity of sleep. It can lead to fatigue, mood disturbances, and may contribute to immunosuppression, affecting both disease progression and quality of life. Materials and methods. In an attempt to answer the question: “Does non-pharmacological treatment of insomnia improve the quality of life in cancer patients?”, we conducted a systematic search in the international databases PubMed and ScienceDirect, following the PRISMA guidelines. The search keywords were “insomnia,” “sleep disorders,” “cancer,” and “quality of life.” Results. The systematic review included eight randomized trials that evaluated the effect of non-pharmacological therapies on insomnia and quality of life in oncology patients. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is the first-line treatment with proven efficacy. Variants of CBT delivered through online platforms were found to be non-inferior in studies involving small patient groups. Another alternative treatment is acupuncture, which, while not as effective as CBT, improves sleep quality and enhances quality of life. Physical exercise, dance, nutrition programs, and psychological counseling also improve sleep and enhance quality of life compared to the usual hospital approaches. Conclusions. Non-pharmacological treatment of insomnia improves the quality of life in cancer patients.

Side-effects of Phytotherapeutics in Cancer Care - A Review of Inconsistencies in National and International Databases.

The interest in phytotherapy in patients with cancer is immensely high. When using herbal medicine, knowledge of potential side-effects is essential as part of counselling the patient. The aim of this study was therefore to collect information on the side-effects of popular medicinal plants and to compare different official and the most popular sources of information reporting the side-effects of phytotherapeutics. Four different databases were reviewed from 09 February 2021 to 01 March 2022. These were the German monographs of the German Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices, the European monographs of the European Medicines Agency, the website About Herbs (https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/diagnosis-treatment/symptom-management/integrative-medicine/herbs) and the German Red List. A total of 171 medicinal plants were chosen from the German monographs. These plants were relevant for supportive cancer treatment, targeting symptoms e.g. pain, nausea, vomiting, mucositis or fatigue. Out of the 171 selected plants, only 20 were found in all four sources. The compilation of the data showed there to be a huge disparity in the number of plants listed by each database and the type and frequency of the side-effects described. The reasons for this are manifold: Lack of interest, different interest groups, different origins (Europe versus America) and no standardized terminology. Physicians should not rely exclusively on one source to inform themselves about potential side-effects of phytotherapeutics but should use several sources to ensure the best possible safety of the patient. Since there seems to be too few data on certain medicinal plants for which no side-effects have been documented, more clinical studies are needed.

Obstacles and enablers for using telehealth services online in nursing practice: A systematic review

Background: Comprehensive reporting on the barriers and enablers to telehealth adoption in industrialized nations has identified a wide range of significant factors. We aimed to get the important research information on the elements that nurses found most beneficial and hindering when using online telehealth services for nursing practice, we conducted a systematic review study. Method: This systematic review study was conducted in accordance with PRISMA principles. We searched for articles that discussed the aspects of using telehealth services for nursing practicum that nurse practitioners found most helpful and inconvenient. The international electronic databases that were used were Web of Science, Scopus CINAHL, and PubMed. The search was conducted for articles published in the period from 2011 and 2023. Only research that were written in English and published were considered. Results: We considered 7 articles in our systematic review analysis, totaling 3729 participants. Inadequate resources (time, money) were mentioned as barriers relevant to both organizational and patient issues. Negative attitudes, a lack of telehealth experience, and inadequate training and support were considered to be impediments to the use of telehealth (3). According to the findings of the Kleib et al., 2018 study, the following variables affect user competency and proficiency: age; Prerequisites for qualifying include prior knowledge of information technology and a sufficient, early, and continual informatics education. Conclusion: Numerous facilitators and obstracles were identified. In addition to administrative support, health professionals and information technology specialists must come to local agreements when transitioning from traditional face-to-face nursing practice to telehealth utilization.

Trends in science and education in the context of geopolitical threats to cultural sovereignty

The article examines the issues posed by the head of state to the economy in its relationship with science. The author comes to the conclusion that ensuring independence, security and sovereignty is required not only in the financial sphere, but also in science, education, and upbringing. The factors influencing this process are highlighted and ways of solving the problem in the interconnection of national finance and economic science are proposed, which are necessary to strengthen national financial sovereignty, serve economic science, national interests, cultural values, strategic goals and the objectives of the Russian economy's recovery. The author reveals the relationship between the widespread use of international scientometric databases in their impact on the state, development and sovereignty of domestic science, the assessment of scientific results, the system for evaluating the effectiveness of scientific research in granting grants, demand, impact factor, rating, significance and authority of Russian journals, quartile, status and hegemony of foreign journals and indirect coercion to their quoting. Special attention is paid to indirect education or upbringing outside educational institutions, outside educational institutions in a complex relationship with science and education. The methods of overcoming information challenges and threats, increasing scientific, educational, and cultural sovereignty as a necessary condition for strengthening the state, and increasing national independence in the field of finance are proposed.

Effect of telenursing on self-efficacy among myocardial infarction patients: A systematic review

A systematic review was conducted to investigate the impact of telenursing on self-efficacy in patients who have experienced Myocardial infarction (MI). We systematically searched international electronic databases, including Scopus, PubMed, and Web of Science, from their inception to September 1, 2023, using keywords derived from Medical Subject Headings such as "telenursing", "self-efficacy", and "myocardial infarction". Furthermore, we explored Iranian databases like Iranmedex and Scientific Information Database. The quality of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and quasi-experimental studies was assessed using the critical assessment checklist from the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI). A total of 220 MI patients were enrolled in four studies. Of the MI patients, 67.29% were male and 50.00% were in the intervention group. The mean age of participants was 57.25 (SD=7.34) years. Of the included studies, four were quasi-experimental studies, three studies were conducted in Iran, and one study was conducted in Egypt. The mean study follow-up was 6 weeks. Also, the mean duration of the intervention was 11.67 minutes. In all studies, interventions were effective in increasing MI patients' self-efficacy. In sum, the findings demonstrated that telenursing can be effectively utilized by nurses to enhance the self-efficacy of patients. We recommend that healthcare managers and policymakers establish a platform that not only incorporates telenursing via telephone calls but also integrates other methods, such as video calls. This approach should aim to balance the costs associated with different telenursing methods, ensuring accessibility for all individuals. Consequently, in addition to traditional telephone calls, alternative telenursing modalities can be employed to enhance self-efficacy.

Effects of reflexology on pain in patients with rheumatoid arthritis: A systematic review

This systematic review was conducted to investigate the impact of reflexology on pain management in individuals diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. A comprehensive search was executed on international electronic databases, including Scopus, PubMed, Web of Science, and Iranian electronic library including Iranmedex and Scientific Information Database, covering the earliest available data up to January 25, 2024. The search employed keywords derived from Medical Subject Headings such as "reflexology", "pain", and "rheumatoid arthritis". The quality assessment of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) was conducted using the Joanna Briggs Institute's (JBI) critical assessment checklist. A total of four studies, encompassing 206 participants, were included in the review. Notably, 70.97% of the enrolled patients were female, with 61.17% assigned to the intervention group. The mean age of participants was 50.06 (standard deviation [SD]=8.48) years. The average study duration and follow-up period were approximately 25 and 5 weeks, respectively, with an intervention duration averaging 40 minutes. In three studies interventions were effective in decreasing pain of patients with rheumatoid arthritis. However, in one study, the intervention was not effective in decreasing pain of patients with rheumatoid arthritis. The findings indicated that health professionals, including nurses, can effectively employ reflexology as a means to alleviate pain in individuals with rheumatoid arthritis. Consequently, it is recommended that healthcare managers and policymakers create an enabling environment within hospitals, facilitating the integration of reflexology into patient care protocols. This strategic approach holds the potential for reducing the pain experienced by patients afflicted with rheumatoid arthritis.

Effect of acupressure on anxiety among cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy: A systematic review

This systematic review was conducted to investigate the impact of acupressure on anxiety levels among cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. Comprehensive searches were performed in international electronic databases including Scopus, PubMed, and Web of Science, as well as Iranian databases such as Iranmedex, from inception to February 1, 2024, utilizing keywords derived from Medical Subject Headings such as "acupressure", "anxiety", and "chemotherapy". The methodological quality of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and quasi-experimental studies was assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute's critical appraisal checklist. A total of five studies, encompassing 401 cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, were included in the review. Among these patients, 83.26% were female, with 54.36% assigned to the intervention group. The mean age of participants was 51.01 (SD=8.52) years. Of the included studies, three were RCTs and two were quasi-experimental studies. The average study duration and follow-up period were approximately 31 weeks and 35 days, respectively. Moreover, the average duration of the intervention was 18 minutes. Across all studies, acupressure interventions demonstrated efficacy in reducing anxiety levels among cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy. The findings suggest that healthcare professionals, particularly nurses, can effectively utilize acupressure techniques to alleviate anxiety in this patient population. It is recommended that healthcare managers and policymakers facilitate the integration of acupressure interventions into hospital settings, thereby enhancing the provision of care and support for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.

Wearable Sensors for Healthcare of Industrial Workers: A Scoping Review

Background and Objectives: This scoping review evaluates the use of wearable sensor technologies for workplace safety and health monitoring in industrial settings. The aim is to synthesize evidence on the impact of these sensors and their application in high-risk environments. Materials and Methods: Following the PRISMA guidelines, a systematic search across four international electronic databases yielded 59 studies, of which 17 were included in the final review. The selection criteria involved studies that specifically utilized wearable sensors to monitor various health and environmental parameters relevant to industrial workers. Results: The analysis categorizes wearable technologies into five distinct groups based on their function: gas monitoring technologies, heart rate and physiological data collection, fatigue and activity monitoring, comprehensive environmental and physiological monitoring, and advanced sensing and data collection systems. These devices demonstrated substantial benefits in terms of early detection of health risks and enhancement of safety protocols. Conclusions: The review concludes that wearable sensor technologies significantly contribute to workplace safety by providing real-time, data-driven insights into environmental hazards and workers’ physiological status, thus supporting proactive health management practices in industrial settings. Further research is recommended to address the challenges of data privacy, sensor reliability, and cost-effective integration to maximize their potential in occupational health safety.

Prevalence of schistosomiasis and its association with anemia in Ethiopia, 2024: a systematic review and meta‑analysis

BackgroundSchistosomiasis is a neglected tropical disease that affects over 250 million people, predominantly in impoverished communities, including those in Ethiopia. However, there is currently no available national data regarding its prevalence in Ethiopia or its potential association with anemia.MethodsThe Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA-2020) guideline was followed in our study. A comprehensive search strategy was conducted using international databases (PUB Med, Embase, Scopus, and Science Direct) and websites (Google Scholar and Google) from their date of inception to April 22, 2024. The quality of the retrieved studies was assessed using an adapted version of the Newcastle–Ottawa Scale. Publication bias and statistical heterogeneity were statistically assessed. A random effects model was applied, and all analysis was performed with STATA 17 statistical software.ResultThe prevalence of schistosomiasis was assessed in twelve studies with 5747 participants. S. mansoni was studied in 11 research papers, while S. hematobium was assessed in one study. Using a random effect model due to high heterogeneity (I2 = 98.46%; P < 0.001), the overall pooled prevalence of schistosomiasis in Ethiopia was 22% (95% CI: 14.3, 29.6). The prevalence of schistosomiasis was about two and a half times higher in rural settings (23%) (95% CI: 15, 31) than in urban areas (10%) (95% CI: 3, 17). The burden of schistosomiasis was 23% between 2020 and 2024, compared to 16% from 2015–2019, with a higher prevalence among pediatric age groups (22%) versus 14% in mixed pediatric and adult age groups. The magnitude of schistosomiasis for good and very good-quality papers was 22% and 17%, respectively. In all the subgroup analyses, there was considerable statistically significant heterogeneity. No study was found to evaluate the association of schistosomiasis with anemia.ConclusionThe study reveals Ethiopia's higher schistosomiasis prevalence. Rural areas have a high burden of schistosomiasis. No eligible study was found to evaluate the association of schistosomiasis with anemia. Therefore, prevention and control measures should focus on rural settings.Trial registrationThe registration number at PROSPERO is CRD42024538522.

Risk Factors Affecting the Psychological Resilience of Adolescents in Institutional Care: A Systematic Review.

Psychological resilience is defined as the resilience capacity and the power to recover in the face of stressful life events. Adolescents in institutional care have different individual, familial, and environmental risk factors that negatively affect their psychological resilience. This study aimed to comparatively examine studies that detect the risk factors affecting the resilience of adolescents living in institutional care and make recommendations regarding initiatives or specific outcomes related to this. This study systematically reviewed national and international literature databases such as PubMed, Web of Science, Science Direct, Medline, CINAHL, EBSCO host, Psychinfo, Cochrane Library, Turkish Ulakbim, Turkish Medical Directory, and Turkish Psychiatry Directory up to December 2021. Fourteen studies were included in this study. Many significant risk factors, such as adolescents' interpersonal relationships, self-confidence, self-esteem, self-efficacy levels, problem-solving skills, empathy skills, as well as parental abandonment, domestic violence, socioeconomic poverty, a history of abuse, peer rejection, lack of social support resources, and low academic performance, have been identified and discussed at individual, familial, and environmental levels. Adolescents in institutional care were more vulnerable and had more mental and behavioral problems than their peers. This systematic review found no studies evaluating preventive programs, interventions, or interventions designed to reduce the frequency and prevalence of future adverse events for children growing up in institutional care settings. Recommends the comprehensive inclusion and evaluation of preventive programs, practices, and assessments aimed at reducing the frequency and prevalence of risk factors affecting resilience.

Behaviour of ionic herbicides in different forestry soils derived from volcanic ash

Background: Weed control has been one of the most significant factors in forest establishment practices that can improve biomass production, and herbicides represent the most effective and convenient way to control weeds. The environmental concern about herbicides in this industry is because the herbicide-treated area is often located near water reservoirs or areas where rivers and creeks originate. This study aimed to determine the adsorption and degradation behaviours of seven ionic herbicides used in forestry production in five Chilean forestry soils and their relation to the leaching and to generate information to validate environmental predictive models. Methods: Adsorption and degradation of ionisable herbicides such as simazine, terbuthylazine, hexazinone, metsulfuron-methyl, indaziflam, flazasulfuron and glyphosate were studied in Andisol, Ultisol, Inceptisol, Entisol and Alfisol forestry soils, to be related to their leaching in 100-cm high and 11-cm diameter soil disturbed lysimeters. Herbicides were quantified using high-pressure liquid chromatography and gas chromatography. Relationships between soil physicochemical properties, herbicide adsorption and degradation, and herbicide leaching were determined. Results: In decreasing order, the herbicides were mobile in Entisol&gt;Alfisol&gt;Ultisol&gt;Inceptisol&gt;Andisol soils. On the other hand, the more leachable herbicides, from high to low, were: hexazinone, metsulfuron-methyl, simazine, glyphosate, terbuthylazine, flazasulfuron and indaziflam. The last two herbicides were not detected below 60 cm soil depth. In general, the maximum soil depth herbicide reached and the percentage mass leached up to 90 cm soil depth were inversely related to soil adsorption (1/Kd), soil porosity, humidity, silt, aluminium, and calcium soil content. Herbicide degradations were generally faster than referential published values. Conclusions: The environmental coefficients of ionic herbicides were more related to soil properties than their physicochemical properties. Persistence of herbicides in soil was smaller than that commonly reported in other studies or international databases and soil adsorption averages were generally higher than international reference values. The stronger relationship between ionic herbicide behaviour and forestry soil properties endorses the requirement to determine the environmental herbicides parameters in situ, avoiding using parameters estimated in other soils.

Olympic education as an object of scientific analysis based on international scientometric databases Scopus and Web of Science

Olympic education as an object of scientific analysis based on international scientometric databases Scopus and Web of Science

A Literature Review Study on the Effectiveness of Pre-operative Education for Post-operative Pain Management

Context: Post-operative pain (POP) is one of the essential consequences of various surgeries in surgical patients, and various pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods should reduce it. Due to the side effects of medicinal methods, the use of non-medicinal methods has attracted the attention of nurses and health care workers nowadays. Considering this issue, the main goal of this study was to evaluate pre-operative education (POE) on the reduction of POP in surgical patients. Evidence Acquisition: This narrative review evaluated previous research from 1990 to 2024. Accordingly, 184 studies were obtained in the first search stage through advanced search in national and international databases, including Web of Science, Islamic World Science Citation Center (ISC), Scopus, PubMed, Magiran, and Google Scholar, Iran-Doc. Then, considering the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 22 studies were considered for the present review study. Results: Based on the present review, most evaluated studies (approximately 64%) showed that POE positively and significantly affects POP. Previous studies have reported that various parameters play a role in the impact of POE on POP, including the type of surgery, the length of follow-up, the continuity of care, the method of providing training, the quality of the intervention, the patient's awareness of the pain measurement method, with or without the educator's interaction and empathy during education, and the presence or absence of patient anxiety during training. Conclusions: Considering the positive and significant effect of POE on POP, nurses and caregivers of patients who are candidates for surgery should use the appropriate educational content and educational methods to reduce POP in patients according to the type of surgery and other influencing variables. However, before that, the nurses themselves should get enough information about the different methods of POE so that they can convey the educational content to the patients with proper quality and efficiency.

Artificial Intelligence Applied to Civil Engineering: A Multidisciplinary Approach

Objective: Present the main applications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Civil Engineering, covering all phases of building a Smart Home, from conception to disposal. Theoretical Framework: Based on the multidisciplinary nature of artificial intelligence in Civil Engineering and the various methodologies and techniques to apply it, based on data collection and processing of the information obtained, a Smart Home is proposed that is planned from its conception to its disposal or demolition, covering the entire life cycle of the project. To manage the subsystems, a more extensive System called “Digital Home Management (DHM)” was developed, in which the data collected by the sensors is processed and transformed into information that will be stored and transmitted to the resident when necessary. Method: The methodology adopted for this study is qualitative and exploratory and is based on documentary bibliographic research in national and international databases. Results and Discussions: The results show the advantages of considering different fields of human knowledge when adopting Artificial Intelligence techniques, leading to better results in the products and services delivered by the Smart Home and Digital Home Management. Research Implications: AI applied to Civil Engineering is just beginning. This practice will increase considerably in the coming years. The integration between human beings (peopleware), computer programs (software), and machines (hardware) means that AI presents a wide range of options for services and products to be provided to improve the quality of life of society. Originality/Value: The relevance and value of this research are evidenced by proposing the implementation of a Digital Home Management System to mitigate the damage caused to the environment by human activities, whether routine or not, contributing to a healthier society and a more sustainable environment. This research on AI application to Civil Engineering is just beginning. This practice will increase considerably in the coming years. The integration between human beings (peopleware), computer programs (software), and machines (hardware) makes AI present a wide range of options for services and products to be provided to improve the quality of life of society. shows how much the field of Artificial Intelligence applied to Civil Engineering is quite promising and will increasingly require professionals who can interrelate with people from other areas.

Lithuanian women in Ravensbrück concentration camp

In the Lithuanian historical memory, imprisonment in Nazi concentration camps (the best known to Lithuanians is Stutthof concentration camp) is entrenched as a largely male experience. This led to the fact that not only the experience of women prisoners has faded, but also the memory of other concentration camps. The most important of these, in researching women’s experiences in Nazi captivity, is Ravensbrück concentration camp. The aim of this paper is to analyse the information available in the memorial’s internal database and online archives about Lithuanian women in Ravensbrück, not only on the basis of statistical data but also by presenting at least partially reconstructed biographies. The results of the research showed that most women of Lithuanian and Polish origin (often this origin was difficult to distinguish) related to Lithuania, the majority of whom were imprisoned in Ravensbrück, were young workers, born between 1920 and 1926, voluntarily or forcibly deported to Germany for works, having committed a certain offence. Also, women of Jewish (9), East Slavic (5), German and (2) Latvian (1) origin, born or having Lithuanian citizenship were imprisoned in Ravensbrück. Thus, a large number of women were brought to Ravensbrück not directly from Lithuania or another place of residence, but already while being in Germany. The fate of only a few women whose records of death from alleged exhaustion or murder at the end of the war have survived is known. Many women survived not only Ravensbrück but also other concentration camps and prisons, where the remaining information (prisoner cards) and post-war documents of German authorities about foreigners who came to Germany during the war have already helped to reconstruct the biographies of some women and can be used in the future while conducting research on prisoners from Lithuania and in other concentration camps.