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Maximising production from the Gippsland Basin: integrating subsurface datasets across multiple disciplines to increase domestic gas supply

The Turrum Field in the offshore Gippsland Basin has been a significant gas contributor since first development in 2004 and remains a keystone gas resource in the basin. Much work continues to be done to both optimally deplete the current accessible reserves, and to evaluate reserves capture opportunities through additional drilling. A multidisciplinary team of geoscientists and reservoir, production and wells engineers was formed to re-evaluate how to maximise production from the Turrum Field. New seismic data, wireline surveillance, production and surface monitoring parameters were integrated with existing geological models. An enhanced understanding of the Turrum reservoir has emerged with a more informed view of future well work requirements for optimal depletion of the field. The integration of this new information along with enhanced seismic over the greater Turrum area has not only helped to optimise production from the existing wells, it is also supporting efforts to evaluate the potential to fund additional opportunities to optimise production from Turrum, increasing current and future gas supply to the domestic market. The key to success for this work was the integration of many disparate subsurface datasets and the willingness to test biases and challenge previous field development recommendations based on new data and ideas.

The Construction of Critical Factors for Successfully Introducing Chatbots into Mental Health Services in the Army: Using a Hybrid MCDM Approach

Previous research has shown that although military personnel are at high risk of developing mental disorders because of the excessive stress caused by their work, they also display low levels of intention to seek assistance because of the military culture. This, in turn, creates exorbitant costs for their respective countries. With the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI)-related digital technologies, chatbots have been successfully applied to mental health services. Although the introduction of chatbots into the military to assist with mental health services is not common, it may become a future trend. This study aims to construct the critical factors for introducing chatbots into mental health services in the military, the relationships between the effects, and a weighting system, to ensure that the introduction of chatbots complies with sustainable practices. This includes four stages. In the initial stage, in accordance with the AI-readiness framework, in combination with the findings of previous research and specialist recommendations, preliminary indicators and items were developed. In the second stage, Fuzzy Delphi was used to confirm each dimension and indicator. In the third stage, using DEMATEL, an influential-network-relation map (INRM) of dimensions and indicators was created. In the fourth stage, using DANP, the relationships between the effects of the indicators and the weighting system were established. The findings of this study indicated that: (1) the key to success includes four dimensions and twenty-one indicators; (2) there is an interdependent relationship between the four dimensions and twenty-one indicators, and they influence each other; and (3) the four dimensions are technologies, goals, boundaries, and activities, in order of importance. Finally, specific suggestions are put forward to provide references for future practical applications and research, drawing on the results of this research.

Outcomes of surgical treatment with patterns of bacterial culture and antimicrobial susceptibility testing in cases of cervical abscessation in dogs: 82 cases (2018–2021)

Objective: The objective of this study was to summarize the presentation, diagnosis, and outcome for dogs surgically treated for chronic cervical abscessation following suspected or reported cervical or oropharyngeal trauma, as well as to report on culture results and antimicrobial susceptibility patterns.Results: Eighty-two dogs were identified by retrospective review. Successful surgical outcome was achieved in 92.7% of dogs. Abscess recurrence was confirmed or suspected in 6/82 (7.3%) cases, and surgical intervention for abscess recurrence was performed in 4/82 (4.9%) cases. Foreign material was identified at surgery in 5/82 (6%) cases. Incisional healing complications were noted in 9/82 (10.9%) cases and required additional surgery in 5/82 (6%) cases. Twenty-three (28%) dogs had negative culture results. The results of antimicrobial sensitivity testing led to a change in antimicrobial treatment in only 9% of cases.Surgically treated cervical abscessation carries a good prognosis with a low incidence of recurrence in this cohort (in contrast to previous reports), despite low frequency of foreign body removal or identification of the underlying cause of the abscess. Excision of chronic inflammatory tissue may not be necessary for a successful outcome, contrary to previous recommendations. Multi-pathogen infections and anaerobic infections are commonly encountered.

Religiosity and entrepreneurial motivation roles in the goal-specific relation: a case of Muslim students in Indonesia

PurposeThis study aims to investigate religiosity and entrepreneurial motivation roles in the goal-specific, involving Muslim students’ entrepreneurial intention and self-efficacy. Besides, it examines the robustness model based on group context.Design/methodology/approachPartial least square structural equation modelling is employed to examine 502 data collected from Muslim students in Indonesia through an online survey. Meanwhile, partial least square multigroup analysis tests the robustness model.FindingsReligiosity plays a powerful role in increasing goal-specificity. Meanwhile, entrepreneurial motivation and self-efficacy perform as full mediations in the pathway mechanism of religiosity's effect on entrepreneurial intention.Research limitations/implicationsThe current study is conducted based on the previous recommendations and contradictions. Therefore, it clarifies and develops a study on the role of religiosity and entrepreneurial motivation in the goal-specific motivation of Muslim students.Practical implicationsTo increase the goal-specificity of entrepreneurship activities, policymakers in the ministry of education and universities must implement and revitalize Muslim students' understanding of the relationship between religiosity and entrepreneurship.Originality/valueThis study defines the role of religiosity in goal-specific, especially Muslim students’ entrepreneurial intentions, by gender, faculty/department and age. Furthermore, it completes the opportunity for research agendas on the relationship between religiosity, entrepreneurial motivation, self-efficacy and entrepreneurial intention.

Build a Recommendation System for Movies or Books

Abstract: These days everyone will change their life style to search the movies on the internet. They will provide the information of their preferences which the y like to watch. There are many recommended and popular system is applied to search their favorite things like books, articles music videos, movies etc. these paper we are proposed a movie recommendation system. It will be working on the various filter or collaborate filter method that will collect and gave the information to the user and it will also analyzes the user and gave them the best movies to there users at that time. We sorted the movies according to the user recommendation of the previous users preferences so for these purpose we use k-means algorithm. Movie recommendation system can also help the user to find the choices of there movies are based on there previous experiences and manners without wasting its useless time on the browser to search their best movies. It will give us various type of previous recommendation using customized the database. then the user can browse it easily and choice his best movie

Evidence-based European recommendations for the dietary management of diabetes.

Diabetes management relies on effective evidence-based advice that informs and empowers individuals to manage their health. Alongside other cornerstones of diabetes management, dietary advice has the potential to improve glycaemic levels, reduce risk of diabetes complications and improve health-related quality of life. We have updated the 2004 recommendations for the nutritional management of diabetes to provide health professionals with evidence-based guidelines to inform discussions with patients on diabetes management, including type 2 diabetes prevention and remission. To provide this update we commissioned new systematic reviews and meta-analyses on key topics, and drew on the broader evidence available. We have strengthened and expanded on the previous recommendations to include advice relating to dietary patterns, environmental sustainability, food processing, patient support and remission of type 2 diabetes. We have used the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluations (GRADE) approach to determine the certainty of evidence for each recommendation based on findings from the commissioned and identified systematic reviews. Our findings indicate that a range of foods and dietary patterns are suitable for diabetes management, with key recommendations for people with diabetes being largely similar for those for the general population. Important messages are to consume minimally processed plant foods, such as whole grains, vegetables, whole fruit, legumes, nuts, seeds and non-hydrogenated non-tropical vegetable oils, while minimising the consumption of red and processed meats, sodium, sugar-sweetened beverages and refined grains. The updated recommendations reflect the current evidence base and, if adhered to, will improve patient outcomes.

A Survey Study on Clinicians' Rationale and Attitude Towards the Prescription of Antipsychotic Polypharmacy in the East Perth Metropolitan Area in Western Australia.

Objective Patients challenging refractory and residual psychotic symptoms have led to the concomitant use of combined antipsychotics, which was later introduced and labelled 'antipsychotic polypharmacy' (APP). Many clinicians have become somewhat hesitant to adjust psychotropic medication dosages, resulting in a higher dose and combination prescription of antipsychotics and only achieving modest success. This study examines and investigates clinician perspectives and the rationale for the prescription of antipsychotic polypharmacy. Methods A structured questionnaire designed to reflect 15 target-directed questions evaluating clinicians' attitudes and rationale on antipsychotic polypharmacy prescription was administered from November to December 2022. Information was obtained from inpatient and outpatient prescribers (psychiatric consultants) in two government-funded psychiatric facilities and outpatient clinics in the East Perth Metropolitan Area in Western Australia. Results After exclusion, a total of 45 participants' responses were analysed. These results suggest a higher frequency of questions relating to the prescription of APP based on previous prescribers' consultation and recommendation from a prior treating team; senior nurses' pressure impacting clinicians' decisions on APP perception; and the patient's risk of aggression impacting the clinician's rationale for the prescription of APP. Conclusions Clinicians' rationale and attitude towards the prescription of APP are mostly influenced by recommendations from prior treatment teams or consultations and patients' risk for aggression without compromising practice guidelines. Our findings also highlight the need to evaluate prescribers' attitudes and how it presents an opportunity to enhance patients' holistic outcomes.

Job Recommendation Systems: A Literature Review

This paper comparatively reviews the different recommendation models amidst the different classifier filtering techniques. Recommender systems have been adopted in other areas of life to provide custom-made solutions to netizen. The accuracy or weakness of a recommender system is based on the recommendation approach and filtering techniques adopted. Recommenders’ systems are developed to suit the needs and personal interests of the users. This paper review looks into previous and current recommender systems with a view of the different characteristics, advantages and disadvantages. This paper also undertakes a comparative review of hybrid recommendation techniques as regards to improving job recommendation systems.

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on basic resuscitation and success rate after sudden cardiac arrest

Since the onset of the coronavirus disease, infection-related mortality has been tracked worldwide and the number of deaths caused by the virus is counted daily. The coronavirus pandemic has not only transformed our daily life, but reorganized the whole healthcare system. In response to the increased demand for hospital admissions, leaders in different countries have implemented a number of emergency actions. The restructuring has had both direct and indirect negative effects on the epidemiology of sudden cardiac death, the willingness of lay rescuer to give cardiopulmonary resuscitation and the use of automated external defibrillators, but these negative effects vary widely across continents and countries. In order to protect lay people and health workers as well as to prevent the spread of the pandemic, the previous recommendations of the European Resuscitation Council on basic and advanced life support have undergone a few modifications. Orv Hetil. 2023; 164(13): 483-487.

Are pediatrics taking the prescribed tablet dosage form? Practices of off-label tablet modification in pediatric wards: A prospective observational study

Tablet manipulation (modification) is a practice where the licensed tablet product is customized into reduced fractions of doses or changed into dispersions using solvents because of suitable dose for paediatrics and neonates are frequently unavailable. As a result, unlicensed dosage form frequently used after manipulation, outside what is approved by drug regulatory authorities. ObjectiveTo assess the practice of off-label tablet manipulation in pediatric and neonatal wards at selected public hospitals in Ethiopia. MethodsA prospective, direct observational approach was used to investigate the frequency, nature and appropriateness of tablet manipulations in neonatal and pediatrics patients of two public hospitals of Ethiopia from April 12, to June 30, 2021. ResultsDuring the study period a total of 303 tablet manipulations were observed. Two hundred nine (69%) of tablets were dispensed to pediatric patients to be taken after split into lower strengths. The remaining nighty four (31%) tablets were manipulated into dispersion using 0.9% normal saline as a main solvent. Interestingly, 48 (15.8%) of tablet manipulations into dispersions involved practically insoluble drugs whose manipulation may probably affect their bioavailability. In 12.5% (12/94) dispersion manipulations, large undissolved fractions were observed during administration through naso-gastric tubes. The most commonly manipulated tablets were drugs for central nervous system (n = 135, 44.6%) followed by cardiovascular drugs (n = 85, 28%). Conclusionsand recommendations: The study revealed the off-label use of tablets for pediatrics age groups is very common in Ethiopia. Evidence-based guidelines for tablet manipulations should be practiced to improve the safety of paediatric drug use. As for policy implication, this study concurs with previous scientific recommendations that manufacturers introduce a wide range of dosage forms to reduce the need for manipulations.

PEMILIHAN JENIS POHON UNTUK KEGIATAN REBOISASI PADA BENDUNGAN WAY APU KABUPATEN BURU

During the construction of the Way Apu Dam, the land was cleared which needed to be rehabilitated. Rehabilitation of this land requires species that can grow well and are also aesthetically pleasing and also have multiple functions. The stages of implementing rehabilitation species selection activities include observation and direct observation, inventory of endemic species in the field, monitoring of species that fail in the field, analysis of problems. Problems with previous planting failures and recommendations for suitable species. The types recommended for rehabilitation of open land are as follows: Samama (Anthocephalus macrophyllus), Pulai (Alstonia scholaris), Mountain Cassowary/Mountain Pine (Casuarina junghuhniana), Eucalyptus (Melaleuca cajuput), Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus alba), Meranti ( Shorea selanica), Lasa (Captanopsis burana), Acacia broadleaf (Acacia mangium), and Sentigi/Papua (Pemphis acidula). Planting on the left and right of the road are: Sentigi/Papua (Pemphis acidula), Mountain Cassowary/Mountain Pine (Casuarina junghuhniana), Samama (Anthocepalus macrophyllus), Pulai (Alstonia scholaris), Lasa (Castanopsis hunta), Meranti (Shorea selanica), Kayu Putih (Melaleuca cajuput), and Acacia broadleaf (Acacia mangium). Selection of species for the area planned for agro-tourism is as follows: Rambutan (Nephelium lappaceum), longan (Dimocarpus longan), types of vegetative mangoes (grafts).

Using surface markers to describe the kinematics of the medial longitudinal arch

BackgroundStatic and dynamic assessment of the medial longitudinal arch (MLA) is an essential aspect for measuring foot function in both clinical and research fields. Despite this, most multi-segment foot models lack the ability to directly track the MLA. This study aimed to assess various methods of MLA assessment, through motion capture of surface markers on the foot during various activities. MethodsThirty general population participants (mean age 20 years) without morphological alterations to their feet underwent gait analysis. Eight measures, each representing a unique definition of the MLA angle using either real only, or both real and floor-projected markers, were created. Participants performed tasks including standing, sitting, heel lift, Jack’s test and walking, and had their Arch Height Index (AHI) measured using callipers. Multiple-criteria decision analysis (MCDA) with 10 criteria was utilised for selecting the optimal measure for dynamic and static MLA assessment. ResultsIn static tasks, the standing MLA angle was significantly greater in all measures but one when compared to sitting, Jack’s test and heel lift. The MLA angle in Jack’s test was significantly greater than in heel lift in all measures. Across the compared dynamic tasks, significant differences were noted in all measures except one for foot strike in comparison to 50% gait cycle. All MLA measures held significant inverse correlations with MLA measured from static and dynamic tasks. Based on MCDA criteria, a measure comprising the first metatarsal head, fifth metatarsal base, navicular and heel markers was deemed the best for MLA assessment. SignificanceThis study aligns with the current literature recommendations for the use of a navicular marker for characterising the MLA. It contrasts with previous recommendations and advocates against the use of projected markers in most situations.

Investigating the capacity of Australian drug information systems to detect changes in anabolic-androgenic steroid use and harms

ObjectiveThe objective of this study was to explore the capability of drug information and surveillance systems to detect and monitor trends in steroid use in Australia. MethodSurveys and systems from Australia were reviewed. Information such as the main purpose of the survey, frequency and method of data collection, population surveyed, capacity to collect information on steroid use, and prevalence of use in the target population was collected. FindingsSix surveys were identified. Two of the largest surveys are conducted at a general population level and approximately triennially, with the others conducted annually. Each is designed for a specific purpose and targets a specific group. Each has, to some extent, the capacity to collect information on steroid use. One survey (the Australian Needle and Syringe Programme Survey) is not designed to collect information on drug use per se yet appears to be the best at capturing potential changes in steroid use. ConclusionsAustralia does not have a survey able to detect an increase in steroid use. The one survey which provides the most readily available annual data regarding use and harm is not designed specifically for this purpose. Previous recommendations to annually monitor steroids have not been implemented.

Going through changes: A longitudinal study of meat reduction over time in the UK

There are increasing moral, environmental and public health imperatives to curb meat consumption. While research on meat reduction has proliferated in recent years, the majority of empirical work has taken cross-sectional and/or experimental approaches. Therefore, this study sought to understand the process of dietary change through an observational longitudinal survey of 1,529 UK residents over the course of one year. An online questionnaire was used to take measures of diet, exposure to animal advocacy, exposure to animals and animal-lovers, the transtheoretical model of change, the COM-B model (capability, opportunity, motivation → behaviour), and demographics at 0, 6, and 12 months. While no support was found for predictions made on the COM-B model, some support was found for hypotheses made on the transtheoretical model - in particular, there was some evidence that those at later stages who still ate meat were more likely to give it up, and those at earlier stages who had given up meat were more likely to start eating it again. There were also generally stronger measures of decisional balance (i.e. conviction in the decision to give up meat) and self-efficacy for those at more advanced stages. Analyses also indicate that increases in consumption of animal product alternatives were significantly correlated with decreases in animal products in the same category. Ordinal regression models yielded low predictive ability, meaning that information on the interventions which may influence animal product consumption was limited. Findings are discussed in the context of previous literature and recommendations for future research.

An evaluation of the methodological quality of published guidelines for the surgical treatment of pleural mesothelioma.

To benchmark their quality, a project was designed to analyze the methodology of previous guidelines and recommendations for malignant pleural mesothelioma projects. A narrative literature search was conducted, and each guideline was evaluated using the Appraisal of Guidelines for Research and Evaluation (AGREE) II tool and rated on a seven-point scale for its many items and domains. Six guidelines that met the inclusion requirements were evaluated. Due to greater development rigor and editorial independence, the engagement of scientific societies was associated with an improvement in methodological quality. According to the standards of AGREE II, the methodological quality of earlier guidelines was relatively low. Nonetheless, two previously published guidelines could serve as a template for the establishment of the most effective methodological quality guidelines.

Stimulation of non-motor subthalamic nucleus impairs selective response inhibition via prefrontal connectivity.

Given the inconsistent results in the past, there is an ongoing debate whether and how deep brain stimulation in the subthalamic nucleus modifies cognitive control processes like response inhibition in persons with Parkinson's disease. In this study, we examined how the location of the stimulation volume within the subthalamic nucleus affects the performance in an antisaccade task but also how its structural connectivity is related to response inhibition. Antisaccade error rates and latencies were collected in 14 participants on and off deep brain stimulation in a randomized order. Stimulation volumes were computed based on patient-specific lead localizations using preoperative MRI and postoperative CT scans. Structural connectivity of the stimulation volumes with pre-defined cortical oculomotor control regions as well as whole-brain connectivity was estimated using a normative connectome. We showed that the detrimental effect of deep brain stimulation on response inhibition, measured as antisaccade error rate, depended upon the magnitude of the intersection of volumes of activated tissue with the non-motor subregion of the subthalamic nucleus and on its structural connectivity with regions of the prefrontal oculomotor network including bilateral frontal eye fields and right anterior cingulate cortex. Our results corroborate previous recommendations for avoidance of stimulation in the ventromedial non-motor subregion of the subthalamic nucleus which connects to the prefrontal cortex to prevent stimulation-induced impulsivity. Furthermore, antisaccades were initiated faster with deep brain stimulation when the stimulation volume was connected to fibres passing the subthalamic nucleus laterally and projecting onto the prefrontal cortex, indicating that improvement of voluntary saccade generation with deep brain stimulation may be an off-target effect driven by stimulation of corticotectal fibres directly projecting from the frontal and supplementary eye fields onto brainstem gaze control areas. Taken together, these findings could help implement individualized circuit-based deep brain stimulation strategies that avoid impulsive side effects while improving voluntary oculomotor control.

THE CREDIBILITY OF STUDENT LEADERSHIP IN EMPOWERING YOUTH VOICES: REFORMING A PROGRESSIVE SOCIETY

A progressive, knowledge-based society allows young people the right and freedom to express their important thoughts, notably in the realm of political leadership. The essence of educating students who are knowledgeable and able to think critically and creatively is academic freedom. This study's primary purpose is to argue the credibility of student leadership in strengthening youth voices, which is a reform for Malaysia's progressive society. This research utilizes the document analysis technique by referencing prior research on the credibility of student leadership in empowering youth voices. In the framework of recognising the youth's voice as one of the platforms for developing a progressive society like Malaysia, previous recommendations and findings will be examined and integrated. The following four major issues are discussed: (1) The Credibility of Student Leadership in Empowering the Voice of Youth as Drivers of a Progressive Society, (2) The Relevance of the University and University College Act 1971 (AUKU 1971) in Representing Student Rights, (3) The Rationale for Reforming the National Constitutional System in Implementation of Vote 18, and (4) Creating Guarantees of Freedom of Expression for Trust Transparency and Youth Responsibility. According to the study's findings, it is critical for the country to recognise the role of students in raising people's issues, because students are the driving force behind a civilised society, the generators of a great and quality generation of people, and the keepers of the country's harmony and prosperity. The purpose of this research is to focus on traditional political discussions such as elections, youth involvement, and voting 18, where empirical studies are not limited to the interests of political parties alone and can assist the government in developing appropriate strategies to have a positive impact on all parties.

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New Determination of the 12C(α, γ)16O Reaction Rate and Its Impact on the Black-hole Mass Gap

We present a precise measurement of the asymptotic normalization coefficient (ANC) for the 16O ground state (GS) through the 12C(11B, 7Li)16O transfer reaction using the Quadrupole‐3‐Dipole (Q3D) magnetic spectrograph. The present work sheds light on the existing discrepancy of more than 2 orders of magnitude between the previously reported GS ANC values. This ANC is believed to have a strong effect on the 12C(α, γ)16O reaction rate by constraining the external capture to the 16O ground state, which can interfere with the high-energy tail of the 2+ subthreshold state. Based on the new ANC, we determine the astrophysical S-factor and the stellar rate of the 12C(α, γ)16O reaction. An increase of up to 21% in the total reaction rate is found within the temperature range of astrophysical relevance compared with the previous recommendation of a recent review. Finally, we evaluate the impact of our new rate on the pair-instability mass gap for black holes (BH) by evolving massive helium core stars using the MESA stellar evolution code. The updated 12C(α, γ)16O reaction rate decreases the lower and upper edges of the BH gap about 12% and 5%, respectively.

Disparities among Japanese municipalities in recommendations for routine and catch-up HPV vaccinations.

In November 2021, the government of Japan announced a reversal of its decision in 2013 to suspend the previous proactive recommendation for HPV vaccination. However, the program for young girls to receive routine and catch-up vaccinations has not necessarily developed as expected. We conducted a nationwide questionnaire survey by mail in September 2022. The survey was mailed to 133 municipalities consisting of all cities/wards of the Tokyo and Osaka Prefectures and all other prefectural capital cities. Responses were received from 82 municipalities (62.7%). Notification of routine HPV vaccinations had already been sent to 76 (92.7%) of the municipalities; 70 (85.4%) had been encouraged to promote catch-up vaccinations. The questionnaire forms for registration and pre-vaccination screening for routine immunization had been sent to 74.1% (60/81) of the municipalities and 68.8% (55/80) for catch-up immunizations. For catch-up vaccination, only 54 municipalities (65.9%) had detailed vaccination records for those eligible. In total, 10 municipalities (12.2%) had virtually no vaccination records because these had already been discarded. In addition, 61 municipalities (74.4%) had notified only women and girls eligible for a catch-up vaccination based on their vaccination record, whereas 25.6% (21/82) of the municipalities reported that they had sent, or would send, the notification to all women and girls within the targeted grades, including those who had already been vaccinated with three injections. The survey revealed disparities among the municipalities in their HPV vaccine notification processes. Future research on monitoring HPV vaccination rates and incidence rates of cervical cancer and precancerous lesions in each municipality will be desirable.