Proceedings of the Latvian Academy of Sciences Section B Natural Exact and Applied Sciences,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
78(1), P. 91 - 98
Published: Feb. 1, 2024
Abstract
The
prevention
of
COVID-19,
caused
by
SARS-CoV-2,
involves
reducing
transmission
infectious
respiratory
droplets
and
aerosols
with
different
methods,
including
the
use
face
masks.
There
have
been
a
variety
studies
published
about
effectiveness
masks
—
they
recognised
as
an
inexpensive
yet
expedient
method.
In
this
research
we
aimed
to
investigate
microbial
contamination
used
compare
results
based
on
mask
usage
time
determine
efficiency
facial
against
COVID-19.
Microbiological
51
was
analysed
imprinting
method
suitable
cultivation
agars
colony
forming
units
were
determined.
majority
microorganisms
found
in
our
study
those
normal
human
skin
tract
microbiota.
A
greater
number
bacterial
species
outsides
masks,
which
furthermore
increased
prolonged
time.
We
conclude
that
is
effective
both
detaining
excreted
well
protecting
wearer
from
microbes
air,
therefore,
should
be
implemented
strategies
diseases.
Furthermore,
show
importance
correct
their
spectrum
microorganisms.
Contrast Media & Molecular Imaging,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
2022(1)
Published: Jan. 1, 2022
Coronavirus
disease
(COVID-19)
is
a
viral
infection
caused
by
SARS-CoV-2.
The
modalities
such
as
computed
tomography
(CT)
have
been
successfully
utilized
for
the
early
stage
diagnosis
of
COVID-19
infected
patients.
Recently,
many
researchers
deep
learning
models
automated
screening
suspected
cases.
An
ensemble
and
Internet
Things
(IoT)
based
framework
proposed
Three
well-known
pretrained
are
ensembled.
medical
IoT
devices
to
collect
CT
scans,
diagnoses
performed
on
servers.
compared
with
thirteen
competitive
over
four-class
dataset.
Experimental
results
reveal
that
ensembled
model
yielded
98.98%
accuracy.
Moreover,
outperforms
all
in
terms
other
performance
metrics
achieving
98.56%
precision,
98.58%
recall,
98.75%
F-score,
98.57%
AUC.
Therefore,
can
improve
acceleration
diagnosis.
Frontiers in Public Health,
Journal Year:
2022,
Volume and Issue:
10
Published: Aug. 30, 2022
Coronavirus
disease
2019
(COVID-19)
is
a
highly
contagious
that
has
claimed
the
lives
of
millions
people
worldwide
in
last
2
years.
Because
disease's
rapid
spread,
it
critical
to
diagnose
at
an
early
stage
order
reduce
rate
spread.
The
images
lungs
are
used
this
infection.
In
years,
many
studies
have
been
introduced
help
with
diagnosis
COVID-19
from
chest
X-Ray
images.
all
researchers
looking
for
quick
method
virus,
deep
learning-based
computer
controlled
techniques
more
suitable
as
second
opinion
radiologists.
article,
we
look
issue
multisource
fusion
and
redundant
features.
We
proposed
CNN-LSTM
improved
max
value
features
optimization
framework
classification
address
these
issues.
original
acquired
contrast
increased
using
combination
filtering
algorithms
architecture.
dataset
then
augmented
increase
its
size,
which
train
two
learning
networks
called
Modified
EfficientNet
B0
CNN-LSTM.
Both
built
scratch
extract
information
layers.
Following
extraction
features,
serial
based
maximum
technique
combine
best
both
models.
However,
few
also
noted;
therefore,
moth
flame
algorithm
proposed.
Through
algorithm,
selected
finally
classified
through
machine
classifiers.
experimental
process
was
conducted
on
three
publically
available
datasets
achieved
accuracy
than
existing
techniques.
Moreover,
classifiers
comparison
cubic
support
vector
gives
better
accuracy.
BMJ Global Health,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
8(4), P. e011514 - e011514
Published: April 1, 2023
Background
COVID-19
has
affected
research
productivity
across
all
areas
of
knowledge.
Current
evidence
suggests
that
had
a
blockbuster
effect
on
journal
impact
factors
(JIFs)
and
publication
trends,
while
little
is
known
global
health
journals.
Methods
Twenty
journals
were
included
to
analyse
the
their
JIFs
trends.
Indicator
data,
including
numbers
publications,
citations,
articles
with
different
types,
etc,
extracted
from
websites
Web
Science
Core
Collection
database.
The
2019
2021
simulated
for
longitudinal
cross-sectional
analyses.
Interrupted
time-series
analysis
non-parametric
tests
applied
assess
whether
decreased
non-COVID-19
publications
January
2018
June
2022.
Results
In
2020,
615
out
3223
related,
accounting
19.08%.
17
20
in
higher
than
those
2020.
Notably,
18
decrease
after
excluding
COVID-19-related
publications.
Moreover,
10
monthly
outbreak.
For
as
whole,
outbreak
February
total
number
significantly
by
14.2
compared
previous
month
(p=0.013),
since
then,
average,
0.6
per
until
2022
(p<0.001).
Conclusions
impacted
structure
Although
may
benefit
increased
JIFs,
should
avoid
relying
single
metric.
More
follow-up
studies
more
years
data
combination
metrics
be
conducted
generate
robust
evidence.
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
20(3), P. 2719 - 2719
Published: Feb. 3, 2023
The
COVID-19
pandemic
has
seriously
affected
many
world
regions'
societies
and
economies.
the
restrictions
introduced
in
response
to
it
have
impacted
social
behaviour
operation
of
businesses
various
ways.
present
study
aimed
verify
impact
information
on
outbreak
Poland
frequency
with
which
residents
Rybnik
surrounding
areas
chose
stay
their
houses
or
apartments,
as
well
functioning
businesses.
originality
lies
use
mediation
modelling,
following
were
used
variables
describing
epidemic
Poland:
new
cases
SARS-CoV-2
infection
Poland;
number
deaths
caused
by
people
quarantined
due
Poland.
On
other
hand,
data
tap
water
consumption
around
city,
government
local
institutions.
study's
conclusions
confirm
that
publicly
available
about
staying
apartments
areas.
increasing
who
died
was
associated
limited
institutions
Rybnik,
contributed
service
industry
companies
city
Journal of Infrastructure Policy and Development,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
8(5), P. 2955 - 2955
Published: April 23, 2024
There
is
no
denying
that
the
COVID-19
pandemic
resulted
in
significant
stress
worldwide
and
impacted
practically
every
aspect
of
human
activity.
The
impacts
this
deadly
virus
on
education
are
not
seen
as
gaining
much-needed
focus
from
scientific
research
community.
majority
educational
institutions
globally
switched
to
online
instruction
during
pandemic.
However,
there
were
considerable
differences
technical
readiness
various
nations.
In
regard,
study’s
attempt
provide
a
way
forward
for
how
sector
ought
manage
challenges
brought
by
issues
support
activities.
Since
some
consequences
have
an
impact
sector,
answers
presumably
also
should
included
innovations
would
improve
lessen
its
effects.
Particularly,
it
appears
still
much
has
be
done
about
sector.
Hence,
perspective
review
study
aims
explore
potential
relationship
between
while
suggesting
forward.
Safety Science,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
168, P. 106317 - 106317
Published: Sept. 21, 2023
In
recent
decades,
there
has
been
a
growing
recognition
of
the
importance
risk-informed
decision-making,
and
use
risk
assessments
to
support
decisions
is
core
principle
in
current
frameworks
standards
for
management
decision-making.
While
considerable
efforts
have
directed
towards
clarifying
role
assessment
as
input
less
attention
paid
follow-up
once
decision
made.
However,
new
knowledge,
well
changes
systems,
phenomena
or
values,
could
alter
underlying
premises
initial
assessment.
Many
decision-making
lack
suitable
approaches
reflecting
these
issues,
leaving
important
aspects
unaddressed.
this
paper,
we
present
an
adjusted
approach
which
need
evaluated,
focusing
on
three
main
criteria:
i)
introduction
alternatives,
ii)
risk,
iii)
context/values.
Acknowledging
challenge
determining
appropriate
timing
evaluation,
emphasize
that
striking
balance
between
remaining
responsive
challenging
circumstances
avoiding
unnecessary
resources
excessive
evaluations,
key
task.
By
providing
basis
more
dynamic
management,
paper
aims
strengthen
foundation
Journal of Infrastructure Policy and Development,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
9(1), P. 9054 - 9054
Published: Jan. 13, 2025
Higher
education
(HE)
consists
of
both
conventional
and
non-conventional
methods
learning.
Open
Distance
Learning
(ODL)
is
a
system
where
teachers
(often
referred
to
as
facilitators)
are
physically
not
present.
The
conduct
practical
in
engineering
science
using
ODL
remains
challenge
due
inadequate
technology
the
dispersion
students,
which
results
graduate
skills
gap
programs.
There
possibility
cloud
computing
set-up,
well
platforms
for
creation
simulated
virtual
settings
(virtual
laboratories-VLs),
could
be
accessible
by
education-based
students
notwithstanding
their
locations.
This
paper
adds
existing
knowledge
on
VLs
discusses
these
inadequacies
with
emphasis
enhancement
online
collaborative
learning,
possible
laboratory
(lab)
requirements.
In
addition,
highlights
contemporary
trends
some
issues
remote
labs.
Journal of Ethics in Entrepreneurship and Technology,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: March 18, 2025
Graphical
abstract
Purpose
This
study
aims
to
investigate
different
traits
of
generative
pre-trained
transformer
(GPT)
in
information
technology
(IT)
students’
enhancement
coding
skills
within
Jordanian
undergraduate
education.
These
characteristics
are
perceived
customization,
simulations,
usefulness,
ease
use,
risks
and
complexity.
Design/methodology/approach
Using
a
quantitative
research
design,
this
analyzes
data
from
survey
IT
students
interacting
with
GPT-based
tools
simulations
(Three
filtration
steps).
Structural
equation
modeling
(SEM)
is
used
assess
the
relationships
between
GPT
attributes
skill
outcomes,
providing
robust
examination
theoretical
models
proposed.
Findings
The
findings
reveal
that
generated
use
usefulness
significantly
positively
affect
(CSE).
In
contrast,
complexity
found
negatively
impact
these
outcomes.
Practical
implications
underscores
necessity
for
educators,
curriculum
designers
developers
prioritize
customization
capabilities
enhance
experiences.
Organizations
must
ensure
security
measures
protect
user
build
trust.
An
international
body/commission
should
be
launched
regulate
AI
industry
(including
GPT)
adherence
ethical
privacy
standards.
Originality/value
Exploring
addition
highlighting
potential
drawbacks,
such
as
risks,
calls
improved
standards
education
application.
also
contributes
growing
body
knowledge
on
application
by
linking
two
frameworks
explore
aspects
CSE.