bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Security Development Lifecycle-Based Adaptive Reward Mechanism for Reinforcement Learning in Continuous Integration Testing Optimization
Authors: Yang Yang , Wang Weiwei , Li Zheng , Zhang Lieshan , Pan Chaoyue
Published: May 2024

Continuous automated testing throughout each cycle can ensure the security of the continuous integration (CI) development lifecycle. Test case prioritization (TCP) is a critical factor in optimizing automated testing, which prioritizes potentially failed test cases and improves the efficiency of automated testing. In CI automated testing, the TCP is a continuous decision-making process that can be solved with reinforcement learning (RL). RL-based CITCP can continuously generate a TCP strategy for each CI development lifecycle, with the reward mechanism as the core. The reward mechanism consists of the reward function and the reward strategy. However, there are new challenges to RL-based CITCP in real-industry CI testing. With high-frequency iteration, the reward function is often calculated with a fixed length of historical information, ignoring the spatial characteristics of the current cycle. Therefore, the dynamic time window (DTW)-based reward function is proposed to perform the reward calculation, which adaptively adjusts the recent historical information range based on the integration cycle. Moreover, with low-failure testing, the reward strategy usually only rewards failure test cases, which creates a sparse reward problem in RL. To address this issue, the similarity-based reward strategy is proposed, which increases the reward objects of some passed test cases, similar to the failure test cases. The DTW-based reward function and the similarity-based reward strategy together constitute the proposed adaptive reward mechanism in RL-based CITCP. To validate the effectiveness of the adaptive reward mechanism, experimental verification is carried out on 13 industrial data sets. The experimental results show that the adaptive reward mechanism can improve the TCP effect, where the average NAPFD is maximally improved by 7.29%, the average Recall is maximally improved by 6.04% and the average TTF is improved by 6.81 positions with a maximum of 63.77.
On the generalized uncertainty principle and cosmology
Authors: López-Aguayo Oscar , López-Domínguez J. C. , Sabido M.
Published: May 2024

In this work, we study the effects of the Generalized Uncertainty Principle (GUP) in cosmology. We start with the Friedmann–Robertson–Walker (FRW) model endowed with a scalar field. After introducing the GUP modification to the model, we solve for the quantum and classical cases. Finally, we find the GUP-modified Friedmann equations.
Dynamical analysis of a hyperbolic solution in scale-covariant theory
Authors: Shaily  , Singh J. K. , Santos Joao R. L. , Zeyauddin M.
Published: May 2024

In this paper, we study an isotropic flat FLRW-model in scale-covariant theory of gravity [Formula: see text] 1 which is explained in terms of ordinary and covariant differentiation of scalar field [Formula: see text]. As we know, the deceleration parameter (DP) is time-dependent, so we consider the DP q as the function of t. Using this methodology, we find all the important cosmological factors in terms of a hyperbolic function of the cosmic time t. In turn, we create the model having the behavior of the late-time universe, which is ever accelerated expanding and faces a Big Freeze at the end. The model shows the quintessence dark energy model from early to late times. We compute the constrained values of Hubble parameter [Formula: see text] and the model parameter [Formula: see text] using joint analysis of the OHD data of 77-points and Pantheon bin data. The model exhibits point-type singularity as it begins with a point of zero volume, infinite energy density and temperature. Furthermore, we obtain the present value of DP [Formula: see text]. Also, we examine the ultimate behavior of our model by the proper analysis of energy conditions (ECs), cosmographical parameters and Statefinder diagnostic. Finally, the proposed model behaves like a quintessence dark energy model.
FRW universe in f(R,𝒢,T) gravity theory
Authors: Shukla Bhupendra Kumar , Tiwari R. K. , Beesham A. , Sofuoğlu Değer
Published: May 2024

The observational evidence of [Formula: see text] gravity in the FRW universe is the focus of the study. We provide a novel cosmological theory in this paper that was created within the [Formula: see text] framework. We used the Markov Chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) method to limit the model parameters using the 31 Cosmic Chronometer points and 1048 Pantheon data points. We can efficiently explore the parameter space using this method. In order to compare our proposed [Formula: see text] model to the well-known [Formula: see text]CDM model, we take into account a parameterization of the Hubble parameter for solving the modified field equation. By studying these factors in the context of our new model, we get essential knowledge into the dynamics and evolution of the cosmos. State finder and Om Diagnostic, among other diagnostic tests, have been used to further analyze the behavior and consistency of our [Formula: see text] model. These tests give us a greater understanding of our model’s properties and their applicability to observational data.
System Reliability of a Modern Distributed Network with Node Failure and Budget Consideration Using Analytical Algorithm and Deep Learning Model
Authors: Huang Ding-Hsiang , Chang Ping-Chen
Published: May 2024

Cloud and edge computing are necessary elements in the modern distributed network. To reflect the capacity variances of the system, stochastic capacities and costs of components (arcs and nodes) are considered such that stochastic capacity distributed networks (SCDNs) can be formed in the paper. To learn the capability of the SCDN for system monitoring and management, system reliability can be utilized which is defined as the probability of satisfying demands (data) under a budget for an SCDN. An exact-system reliability algorithm for system reliability is derived in advance for prudent management and decision-making. For immediate control and management, a deep neural network (DNN) architecture is proposed to create a prediction model for system reliability. Enough data points about SCDN information are generated and transformed into an appropriate format for training the prediction model. Note that the labels (system reliability) for all the data points would be calculated using the exact-system reliability algorithm. Necessary hyperparameters for determining the DNN of system reliability of the SCDN are also suggested. The model can be used for the future management of the distributed network.
KINEMATIC RESPONSES AND SEGMENTAL STIFFNESS OF NORMAL AND DEGENERATIVE L4/L5 MOTION SEGMENTS: FINITE ELEMENT STUDY
Authors: GENG YUNHUI , WANG TAOXI , XU CHONGLUN , BIAN HUWEI , SHEN XING , TEO EE CHON , JIANG TAO
Published: May 2024

In this study, finite element (FE) models of an anatomical normal and a degenerated disc of L4–L5 motion segment, developed using different methodologies of volume mesh constructions, and ways of defining the spinal components’ material properties, were exercised and analyzed. The geometrics details were obtained using digitizing technique and segmentation of computed tomography (CT) scans; with material and structural properties of the spinal components defined based on the literature and greyscale values of CT images for the normal and degenerated L4–L5 motion segments, respectively. The predicted kinematic responses under five different physiological loadings in three anatomical reference planes for both models together with published data were analyzed. The predicted results correlated well within the range and in similar trends with published experimental results. The overall predicted responses showed different volume mesh constructions and the representation of spinal components’ material properties were accurate enough to predict the kinematic responses, although experimental results exhibit considerable divergence due to different experimental techniques. Both models exhibited different rotational and translation segmental stiffness in each corresponding loading configuration. The normal L4–L5 segment exhibited greatest axial torsional stiffness, and least extensional stiffness. The degenerated L4–L5 segment was least flexible (greatest stiffness) in extension and most flexible (least stiffness) in flexion. For compression, the axial stiffness of segment of normal segment was about 10% larger than that of the degenerated segment. The en-bloc efforts of all spinal components have contributed to the different nonlinear kinematic characteristics and segmental stiffness of these different L4–L5 motion segments.
Experimental Analysis of the Mechanical Characteristics of Vinyl Ester Composites Reinforced with Sisal Fiber for Prosthetic Socket
Authors: Tiwari Rasik Mohan , Gangwar Swati , Jayswal S. C.
Published: May 2024

This research explores the scope of natural fibers for prosthetic socket application. A variety of conditions including maladies, accidents, and genetic disorders, necessitate the adoption of prosthetic organs. The human body undergoes significant physiological changes over time due to factors such as growth, weight fluctuations, and the periodic replacement and adjustment of appendages. In this study, biocomposite materials are fabricated using vacuum bag technology, with sisal fibers reinforced in vinyl ester at five different weight percentages: 0%, 5%, 10%, 15%, and 20%. Mechanical characteristics are determined through destructive testing, including flexural, tensile, impact strength, and hardness measurements according to ASTM standards. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis is employed to assess factrography and bonding properties. Results indicate that the biocomposite with 15% sisal reinforcement exhibited superior tensile and impact resistance compared to other compositions and matrices. However, at the expense of impact strength, the 20% sisal-reinforced vinyl ester increased hardness and flexural strength by 47% and 27%, respectively. This research aims to expand natural fibers and their utility in biomaterial applications, outlining points for elaboration and enhancement in this field, along with addressing associated challenges.
Parametric Analysis and Optimization on Fiber Laser Micro-Milling on AZ31 Magnesium Alloy
Authors: Kibria Golam , Aktar Manjur , Sekh Mukandar , Haque Rafiqul
Published: May 2024

One of the proficient machining technologies to create micro-features in a variety of materials is the laser micro-milling process. This procedure involves irradiating a highly concentrated laser beam on the sample and performing laser cutting at various cutting patterns to change the surface conditions and enhance the characteristics of that surface tribology. In this work, an effort has been made to mill magnesium alloy (AZ31) material using a laser. The pulse frequency, laser beam power, cutting speed, number of passes, and transverse feed are among the different process variables taken into account for the current research effort. Measured results include depth of cut and surface roughness. To ensure the validity of the established empirical models, this paper also presents experimental data. Several surface plots have been used to examine the test data. To get the lowest values of surface roughness and depth of cut, multiperformance optimization is also utilized. The influence of process factors on response has also been examined using optical microscopic images. Gray relational analysis approach is also applied to obtain the multiobjective optimization parametric combination and based on the calculated results of gray relational grade, it is revealed that improvement in the value of gray relational grade at predictive setting is 0.054 compared to the initial parametric combination.
Informal Institutions and Audit Pricing: Cross-Country Evidence of National Culture and Audit Fees
Authors: Gull Ammar Ali , Atif Muhammad , Usman Muhammad
Published: May 2024

Synopsis

The research problem

In this study, we examined the effect of an important informal institution, namely, national culture, on audit fees in an international context.

Motivation

In recent years, extant literature has increasingly focused on country-level differences in the audit environment, as these might have a significant influence on how financial statement audits are conducted across the globe. We contribute to this stream of literature by investigating the impact of national culture on audit fees.

The test hypotheses

Based on the demand- and supply-side perspectives of audit fees, we hypothesized that national culture dimensions — namely, uncertainty avoidance, power distance, individualism versus collectivism, and masculinity versus femininity — affect audit fees.

Target population

We used a sample of 27,670 firm-year observations across 22 countries over the 2002–2019 period.

Adopted methodology

We used ordinary least squares (OLS) regressions as baseline technique and entropy-balanced method (EBM) and system-generalized method of moments (GMM) to address endogeneity concerns.

Analyses

We examined the impact of Hofstede’s four national culture dimensions — uncertainty avoidance, power distance, individualism versus collectivism, and masculinity versus femininity — on audit fees. We also tested the robustness of results using alternative measures of national culture, subsample analyses, and additional firm-level factors.

Findings

Consistent with our hypotheses, we find that audit fees are higher (lower) in countries with higher uncertainty avoidance, individualism, and masculinity (power distance) scores. Our further analyses reveal that earnings management proxied by abnormal accruals does not impact the relationship; however, country-level creditor rights influence audit fees in high power distance and masculine cultures. We also note that national culture influences auditor choice and audit opinion. Our main findings are robust to alternate proxies and subsample analysis, as well as to address potential endogeneity concerns. Overall, our findings offer important implications for firms operating in global markets and for the audit profession.
Multiple Criteria Group Decision-Making Using Fermatean Fuzzy Soft Matrices and Their Medical Applications
Authors: Kirişci Murat
Published: May 2024

This paper introduces a brand new algebraic methodology, Fermatean fuzzy soft matrices. A new hybrid tool called the Fermatean fuzzy soft set combines the strengths of the Fermatean fuzzy set and the parametric tool soft set to handle vague and ambiguous situations in various mathematical problems. Fundamental set operations of Fermatean fuzzy soft matrices are defined, and their properties are examined. Two algorithms using the score matrix and utility matrix have been proposed for medical diagnosis problems. Each of the applications has been successfully demonstrated using numerical examples. Finally, a brief comparison between the proposed model and several previous models is presented to ensure the feasibility of the proposed strategy.
A Comprehensive Analysis of Nanosheet Field-Effect Transistor: Recent Advances and Comparative Study
Authors: Chauhan Abhishek , Raman Ashish
Published: May 2024

In this paper for the first time, we have studied various structures of nanosheet field-effect transistors (NSFET) and the effect of various devices and process parameters such as nanosheet width, length, interspacing, S/D doping, channel doping, random dopant fluctuations studied on these device structures. Comparative analysis has been done between JL-NSFET, GS-JL-NSFET, JL-SiGeNSFET and JL-GS-SiGeNSFET in terms of analog parameters. Nanosheet-based FETs are likely to be the successor of FinFET beyond the 5-nm node. NSFETs have better control over gate, variable sheet width and more current per device footprint which gives them the advantage of circuit design versatility. NSFET offers better gate control, better current and switching per device footprint. NSFETs are preferred over NWFETs due to better electrostatics, greater channel widths, decreased SCEs and increased device reliability.
Biosynthesis, Antibacterial and Antifungal Activities of Ag Nanoparticles Prepared Using Piper nigrum Fruit Extract
Authors: Mohapatra Bandita , Sharma Nimisha
Published: May 2024

Nanomaterials are promising alternatives to antibiotics with the potential to handle the menace of emerging multidrug resistance in pathogenic microbes. We report a simple biosynthetic approach to prepare Ag nanoparticles (NPs) with strong antibacterial and antifungal actions by using Piper nigrum fruit extract as a bioreducing agent. The biosynthesized material was characterized by SEM, AFM, TEM, HRTEM, XRD and UV–Visible absorption spectroscopy. SEM, AFM and TEM analyses provided evidence that the average diameter of the Ag NPs was 18[Formula: see text]nm, while XRD and HRTEM confirmed the FCC structure of Ag NPs. The biosynthesized Ag NPs demonstrated extremely strong antibacterial activity against Bacillus oceanisediminis and Escherichia coli, and showed extremely strong antifungal action against Schizosaccharomyces pombe, inhibiting their growth at very low concentrations of 3[Formula: see text][Formula: see text]g/mL, 4[Formula: see text][Formula: see text]g/mL and 3[Formula: see text][Formula: see text]g/mL, respectively. The molecular origin of their antibacterial and antifungal activity was studied using various molecular and biochemical assays. The results of these assays revealed a major role for reactive oxygen species (ROS) in the antifungal and antibacterial actions of the biosynthesized Ag NPs. Furthermore, morphological changes in cells and cell wall damage upon Ag NP treatment were observed by scanning electron microscopy. In addition, significant enhancement in protein leakage and fragmentation of DNA was also observed upon treatment of S. pombe, B. oceanisediminis and E. coli with Ag NPs. In conclusion, the observed extremely strong antibacterial and antifungal activities of biosynthesized Ag NPs are due to the oxidative stress triggered by ROS, causing cell wall damage and subsequent protein leakage and DNA fragmentation.
Phytochemical Investigation and Characterization of Azadirachta Indica-Mediated Silver Nanoparticles and Their Potential as Antibacterial and Antidiabetic Agents
Authors: Renuka R. , Thilagavathi T. , Inmozhi C. , Uthrakumar R. , Rajasaravanan M. E. , Kaviyarasu K. , Al-Taisan N. A. , Awad Mohammed , Alam Mir Waqas
Published: May 2024

In this study, we report the synthesis of silver nanoparticles (AgNP’s) by reducing silver ions from a solution of silver nitrate with an aqueous extract from Azadirachta indica. Using silver ions as the catalyst, nanoparticles were formed in 8[Formula: see text]min without the use of toxic chemicals. As evidenced by UV-vis spectroscopy, a broad surface plasmon resonance spectrum at 225[Formula: see text]nm was detected, which indicates the colloidal solution of silver nanoparticles is stable and produces silver nanoparticles. As revealed by the fourier transform-infrared spectrometer (FTIR) analysis, the flower extract contained a variety of biomolecules that acted as capping and reducing agents for the synthesis of AgNPs. As determined by X-ray diffraction (XRD), silver nanoparticles displayed a crystalline structure and ranged in size from 18 to 39[Formula: see text]nm. In addition to these findings, transmission electron microscopy (TEM) images showed that the silver nanoparticles were spherical and rod-shaped, as confirmed by scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDAX). A variety of pathogenic bacteria, such as Klebsiella pneumoniae, Escherichia coli, Bacillus subtilis and Staphylococcus aureus, were tested against AgNP’s antibacterial properties. A significant inhibition zone was observed for Escherichia coli when AgNPs were applied at different concentrations. Silver nanoparticles were shown to have antidiabetic effects through a diphtheria assay with inhibition rates ranging from 31.09% to 83.33% for concentrations of 50–250[Formula: see text][Formula: see text]g/mL. As researchers seek natural sources of compounds with potential health benefits, silver nanoparticles were also investigated for their antioxidant properties.
Characterization of RF-Sputtered ZnO Thin Film Coatings on Aluminum (Al6061): Microstructure, Wettability, Cavitation, and Corrosion Analysis
Authors: Jha Sachin , Singh Vikrant , Bansal Anuj , Singh Jagtar , Singla Anil Kumar , Kumar Vijay , Goyal Deepak Kumar
Published: May 2024

The study focuses on the characterization of Aluminum (Al-6061) coated with RF-sputtered Zinc Oxide (ZnO) thin film, aiming to understand the complex interactions between microstructure, wettability, cavitation resistance, and corrosion performance. The study involves the use of various analytical techniques such as Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy (FESEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and water contact angle (WCA) measurements. The cavitation erosion testing has been conducted under various factors namely jet velocity (m/s), impingement angle (°), and stand-off distance (cm), respectively, and that too at various levels. Further, with the use of RSM, the study also contributes to the interplay in between factors and acquiring optimized results. Moreover, the findings of the study provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of the ZnO coating in enhancing corrosion resistance and reducing mass loss due to cavitation erosion. The study’s results offer significant implications for the engineering and design of protective coatings for Aluminum surfaces, with the potential to enhance durability and performance in various industrial applications.
EXPLORING THE IMPACT OF BANKING INDUSTRY REGULATIONS ON THE ECONOMY OF BRUNEI DARUSSALAM
Authors: ABDUL RAZAK LUTFI , SHARBINI ASHRI
Published: May 2024

This study uses a combination of archival and documentary research, as well as quantitative analysis, to uncover the evolution and impact of banking regulations on the economy of Brunei Darussalam. Available evidence suggests that throughout most of the 20th century, regulators adopted a laissez-faire approach with minimal regulations in the banking industry. However, financial crises tend to trigger regulatory reforms. Growing household indebtedness and bankruptcies were precursors to the introduction of major institutional changes, including the establishment of a centralized monetary and financial regulatory authority, Autoriti Monetari Brunei Darussalam in 2011 (later renamed the Brunei Darussalam Central Bank (BDCB) in 2021), the Brunei Darussalam Protection Corporation in 2011, as well the Credit Bureau in 2012. Various financial regulations covering personal credit/financing, interest rates, credit card usage, and the Total Debt Service Ratio (TDSR) requirements have been introduced to promote financial stability and consumer financial protection. This has coincided with an evident decline in private and household indebtedness as well as non-performing loans/financing among banks. However, promoting financial stability and supporting economic growth can be a tricky balancing act for regulators to navigate. This study finds that the lack of local investment opportunities limits the possibility for surplus funds to circulate in the economy. In terms of policy recommendations, the role of financial regulations is discussed in the context of addressing global challenges such as inequality and climate change.
Clinical Response Predictive Model for Omalizumab in Moderate-to-Severe Asthma Patients
Authors: Qian Ruiqi , Yang Lingyi , Shen Xurui , Chen Cheng , Huang Jianan , Zhang Xiuqin , Fu Cuiping
Published: May 2024

Objective. Our study aimed to develop a predictive model for evaluating the clinical response of omalizumab treatment in moderate-to-severe asthma patients. Methods. This single-center, prospective study collected patients who meet the diagnostic criteria for moderate-to-severe bronchial asthma set by the National Asthma Prevention and Treatment Group in 2016 in the first hospital affiliated with Soochow University. Patients recruited were treated with omalizumab once per four weeks; at the beginning of each injection, blood eosinophils and the level of total serum IgE (IU/mL) were tested. After four injections of omalizumab, asthma control test (ACT), the 15-item Mini Asthma Quality of Life Questionnaire (MiniAQLQ), global treatment effectiveness (GETE), and lung function of all patients were evaluated in the 16th week. We used the selection operator method to build a logistic model and evaluated the clinical response of omalizumab in these patients. Results. This study included 108 moderate-to-severe patients (aged 39.86 ± 14.59 years). Eighty-nine patients finished treatment for 16 weeks, and 74 patients (83.1%) had an excellent or good response. The serum level of total IgE increased significantly after injection of omalizumab, while blood eosinophils count decreased significantly from baseline. Using the GETE as a clinical outcome, several clinical variables were significant predictors of clinical response. The corrected AUC and Brier scores were 0.872 and 0.111, which showed good discrimination. Significant variables included age, weight, family allergic history, acute exacerbations, the ratio of total serum IgE level at the 4th week to the baseline level, forced expiratory volume in one second/forced vital capacity (FEV1/FVC), and commodities of rhinitis. Using the improvement in maximal expiratory flow 25% of the measured value to the predicted value (MEF25%pre) as clinical outcome, the significant variables included weight, duration of asthma, use of oral corticosteroids (OCS), total serum IgE level at the 4th week, and history of rhinitis. Its corrected AUC and Brier scores were 0.674 and 0.225 after internal validation. Conclusion. Omalizumab treatment remarkably improved asthma control and pulmonary function in Chinese patients with moderate-to-severe asthma. The response prediction model we developed provides convenient approaches to help identify better clinical response patients to omalizumab treatment.
A New Statistical Approach Based on the Access of Electricity Application with Some Modified Control Charts
Authors: Jabeen Riffat , Ahmad Mashhood , Zaka Azam , M. Mansour Mahmoud , Aljadani Abdussalam , M. Abd Elrazik Enayat
Published: May 2024

This article introduces a new probability model based on reflected parameter called the reflected Pareto (RP) distribution. The key properties of the RP model are investigated. A simulation study of the RP model is conducted to evaluate the performances of its estimators. A real-life application is considered to examine the performance of proposed model. The different criteria are discussed numerically as well as graphically to show the flexibility of the RP model. The exponential weighted moving average control charts based on the maximum likelihood and modified maximum likelihood estimators for the shape parameter of the RP distribution are obtained. Detailed simulation results of proposed charts are performed to examine and analyze the performance of these charts with three in-control average run length values and two sample sizes. Finally, the application of the proposed control charts is shown by considering a real-life data set.
Requadros arretados
Authors: Silva André Luiz Souza da
Published: May 2024

The comics from Bahia State of the 90s had a very favorable cultural moment to ascending artists such as: Flávio Luiz, Luís Augusto, Marlon Tenório, André Leal and Hélio Rogério. These artists had their media visibility through the largest circulation newspapers in Bahia. Beyond these media, they had published their own works and were awarded in expositions and contests. In this scenario of few available information about these cartoonist nationwide, this article aims to create a historical overview of these artists’ productions through some of their emblematic peaces.
Quadrinhos em aulas de português para estrangeiros
Authors: Ribeiro Alexandre do Amaral , Magalhães Brízzida Anastácia Souza Lobo de
Published: May 2024

Addresses the use of comics as didactic material for the teaching of Brazilian Portuguese for foreigners. The conception of comics as a window display of a target-culture (VERGUEIRO; RAMOS, 2009) is the starting point to discuss the possibilities of using them as facilitators to the development of linguistic-communicative and intercultural competences, required to foreign students by the current society. The article selects the “apologies” as Speech Acts (AUSTIN, 1967; GOMES, 2010) as example and suggests didactic strategies for the use of comics, taken as pedagogic tools to teach linguisticinteractional and communicative patterns in classes of Portuguese for foreign students. Partial results indicate students’ improvement in terms of making linguistic choices during interactional situations.
Semiótica de história em quadrinhos: o processo criativo como tradução de uma ecologia de saberes na divulgação científica
Authors: Silva Maria Aparecida Alves da
Published: May 2024

The use of comics goes beyond the universe of leisure and entertainment, they are used successfully by teachers within the classroom. Currently, there is a growing increase in comics being used as scientific dissemination material (CD).This work aims to investigate, through semiotic analysis, the creative process of Biological Sciences students in the production of comics, configuring an Ecology of Knowledge in CD.In this sense, some examples of comics produced during classes in a subject of a degree course in biological sciences were chosen to be analyzed. Therefore, the analytical framework chosen was Peircean Semiotics. The results demonstrated a mobilization of previous knowledge and others acquired in the process; In addition to sharing this knowledge in favor of maintaining the group, denoting knowledge that is specific to the group in the production of comics, (codes and symbols belonging to the area of Biology combined with the language of comics), the ability to handle digital technologies; cultural knowledge, suggesting an Ecology of Knowledge specific to the group.
O protagonismo de Eulália na construção das tiras em Téo e o Mini Mundo, de Caetano Cury
Authors: Santana Maria Heloiza Alves Pereira
Published: May 2024

O certame da perspectiva de mundo está em evidência em diversos cenários sócio-histórico-culturais e é de grande proeminência na linguagem dos quadrinhos. A perspectiva de mundo diz muito sobre os sujeitos à proporção que, com a pós-modernidade, a identidade do sujeito se fragmentou (Hall, 2006). Assim, sob o viés dos estudos da linguagem dos quadrinhos, nosso objetivo é mostrar, por meio da análise descritiva, como o protagonismo da personagem Eulália, uma borboleta a quem são atribuídas características humanas, como falar e pensar, é construído nas trinta primeiras tiras do primeiro volume de Téo e o Mini Mundo: o livro. Desde a sequência narrativa da tira até contrapondo-se à personagem Téo, o garotinho, através de hipóteses e até mesmo perguntas como respostas, provoca a própria percepção de Téo, deixando-o reflexivo. As tiras mobilizam abordagens como a relação entre o “eu” e o “outro” e o lugar que os sujeitos ocupam em relação ao mundo em que vivem. Serão considerados os movimentos de Eulália que acompanham as falas de Téo e os cenários para a construção dos sentidos para evidenciar os caminhos de inquietude para compreensão do humano. Pautamo-nos nos estudos de Acevedo (1990), Cagnin (2014) e Ramos (2012).
Webtoons e Manhwas: a acessibilidade digital e a sua influência na leitura no Brasil
Authors: Branco Letícia Veiga Castello
Published: May 2024

South Korea has gained more space each year as a global influence, regarding its culture and lifestyle; however, it is associated to the country’s capacity of cultural expansion on global terms. It was possible due to different sector growth, and one of them was comic books, known in Korean as manhwas; these, when produced and distributed online, are called webtoons. Nonetheless, the distribution of these comics in Brazil is still reduced, especially due to few translations to Portuguese. In this manner, this paper foresees to discuss the market’s problems on webtoons’ distribution and how they affect Brazillian readers who search more to access this type of content.
O Corvo: as sombras do Expressionismo como atmosfera do medo
Authors: Lopes Alessandra Hypolita Valle Silva
Published: May 2024

It intends to analyze the comic book The Crow, published by Diário Macabro, with script and illustrations by Leander Moura. The famous poem by Edgar Allan Poe deals with the mysterious visit of a talking crow to a man who mourns the loss of his beloved and gradually goes mad. The adaptation for comics is depicted in a melancholic, disturbing setting, highlighted in black and white, inspired by the atmosphere of expressionism, resulting in a frightening cadence of images, covered in nuances and shadows. The comic allows the questioning of how Poe's horror and mystery stories, which often explore themes such as death, insanity, and guilt, can be analyzed as a metaphor for the language of expressionist cinema. How the adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe's work and the contrast in chiaroscuro make the atmosphere conducive to feelings of fear on the part of the reader is addressed. In order to achieve the desired critical analysis, the theoretical framework of Sigmund Freud, Linda Hutcheon and Marcel Martin are used.
Teses e dissertações
Authors: Matrizes MATRIZes
Published: May 2024

Teses e dissertações do PPGCOM/USP do 2º semestre de 2015 e do 1º semestre de 2016.
A Produção Científica sobre o Intercâmbio Cultural: uma análise da literatura
Authors: Mousinho Amanda Arrais , Allis Thiago
Published: May 2024

El intercambio cultural es un tipo de producto conocido en el mercado turístico, sin embargo, existe una gran variación en las prácticas, así como en las formas en que el sujeto es tratado como objeto de estudio, asumiendo diversas nomenclaturas y significados polisémicos. En ese sentido, este trabajo está dedicado a comprender cómo se aborda el tema en la producción científica internacional, a través de una investigación bibliográfica a partir de un listado de términos que hacen referencia al tema bajo diversos enfoques: Intercultural exchange, Cultural exchange, Study abroad, Work and Travel, Academic mobility, Exchange tourism, Youth tourism. Se buscaron producciones científicas hasta mayo de 2021 que trajeran como parte del título alguno de estos términos asociados al turismo (presentes en las palabras clave de los trabajos). Para el análisis y visualización de los resultados se utilizaron las aplicaciones VOSViewer y el sitio web Wordclouds. Los resultados mostraron que, en el ámbito científico, los términos que más se han producido son Study Abroad, Cultural Exchange, y Academic Mobility, con cierta preponderancia de los temas educativos y de formación profesional, de forma independiente. Los resultados también mostraron que la producción científica en este campo de estudio comenzó a crecer exponencialmente a partir de la década de 2000, siendo Estados Unidos el principal país productor de publicaciones.
Gramado Jornada Virtual: uma análise sobre seu currículo cultural
Authors: Barbacovi Manoela
Published: May 2024

developed with financial support from the Municipal Secretary of Culture of Gramado, is available for download on Google Play and Apple Store platforms. Like an interactive book, it tells the origin of these cities, their colonizers, as well as presents information about sights and events. It also has some games and resources that, for instance, allow users to take selfies as if they were in Gramado. Through the theoretical framework of Cultural Studies, this article intends to expand the notions of curriculum beyond the boundaries of the school, based on what Costa, Wortmann and Bonin (2016) call the Cultural Curriculum and, therefore, to find answers to the following questions: how are theorizations about cultural curriculum observed in Gramado Jornada Virtual? What effects does this app produce on the city’s tourist image and under what intentions? What kind of relationship is established between this app and touristic marketing in Gramado? Through the Cultural Analyzes that were carried out on this app, it was possible to perceive the diffusion of particular narratives, revealing, at its core, a process of selection of discourses very similar to that practiced within school curricula, with the purpose of reinforcing the production of a touristic image of Gramado associated with European characteristics. Besides, the potential gamification environment for the promotion of tacit marketing strategies, aimed mainly at children, under the aegis of influencing the adult consumer market, was also observed.
Turismo, uma indústria de base? Um estudo histórico sobre o sistema de incentivos fiscais da Embratur (1963-1972)
Authors: Nascimento Alan Faber do
Published: May 2024

This work investigates the creation of Embratur and the system of fiscal incentives that the company operated aiming, through fiscal means, to foment the construction of hotels in Brazil. For this, the research uses the historical method of investigation, based on a primary source and a bibliographical review. The historical source used are the editions of the newspaper “Correio da Manhã”, from the period 1963 to 1972, explored in the digital library of the “Fundação Biblioteca Nacional”. As a result of the investigation, it is argued that Embratur played a fundamental role in consolidating the idea that tourism was a productive sector of the national economy, in mediating the processes of concentration of tourist companies verified at the time and, above all, for helping to make tourism a capital investment.
Parque Aquático Beach Park, no Estado do Ceará, no Brasil, como Atrativo Turístico e a Influência da Hospitalidade na Experiência dos Visitantes
Authors: Macedo Raquel Fernandes de , Xavier Túlio Medeiros , Araújo Maria Valéria Pereira de
Published: May 2024

Theme parks are considered tourist attractions in the entertainment market, offering equipment that can stimulate the local or even regional economy. In the case of Ceará, around 80% of tourists who visit the State take trips to the Beach Park water complex, the park that is the focus of this study. Despite the existence of some studies on theme parks that investigate the experience and enchantment of customers, there’s a gap to be filled by this article, which addresses the experience of visitors to a theme park from the perspective of hospitality. Thus, amidst the theoretical foundation presented, the indicators of the quality model by Mondo and Fiates (2017) are presented, which study categories such as: access, environment, human element, experience, safety and technical quality. In this context, the general objective was to understand visitors’ perception of hospitality at the Beach Park theme park. This is a descriptive-explanatory work with a quantitative approach based on data collected from park visitors. Data collection took place through questionnaires on google forms and data analysis was supported by statistical software. As a result, it was noticed that there was adequate signage and location at Beach Park, but there were long queues at the attractions. The employees’ interest in providing good service and helping people who frequented the park was highlighted as a positive point, as well as charging prices compatible with the products offered, causing customer satisfaction. It’s believed that paths have been opened for further studies that adopt confirmatory factor analysis.
Gestão de Pessoas na Hotelaria: práticas e estratégia na dinâmica de um empreendimento da cidade do Natal/RN
Authors: Virginio Darlyne Fontes , Barros Alice Emanuele de Almeida , Barreto Leilianne Michelle Trindade da Silva
Published: May 2024

Los establecimientos de hospedaje son esenciales para el turismo y la Gestión Estratégica de Personas (GEP) se perfila como un diferenciador competitivo para las organizaciones del sector. El objetivo de este estudio fue identificar las mejores prácticas de gestión de personas en un hotel ubicado en Natal/RN. Se trata de un estudio cualitativo, con enfoque descriptivo-exploratorio, que involucró un relevamiento bibliográfico y documental e investigación de campo a través de entrevistas semiestructuradas con gestores de los niveles estratégico y táctico de la empresa investigada. Para apoyar la recolección de datos, se utilizó un instrumento con más de 40 preguntas divididas en 13 categorías. Después de la recolección de los datos, se utilizó la técnica de análisis de contenido. Como resultado, la GEP genera importantes beneficios estratégicos para la empresa hotelera a través de la adopción de buenas prácticas que, alineadas con la estrategia, los valores y los objetivos de la empresa, mejoran el clima y la cultura organizacional, y también se reflejan en los resultados financieros de la empresa. Sin embargo, la imbricación estratégica con el sector de gestión de personas es un factor determinante en toda esta situación. Entre las mejores prácticas de gestión de personas identificadas en el hotel estudiado se destacan: acciones sociales y medioambientales; un organigrama bien definido; formación y educación; un programa de desarrollo del liderazgo, entre otras.
Pesquisa em Gastronomia nos Periódicos Científicos de Turismo e Hospitalidade Brasileiros: evolução, principais atores e temas
Authors: Ferro Rafael Cunha , Rejowksi Mirian
Published: May 2024

A partir de las aproximaciones de los fenómenos e investigaciones entre Gastronomía, Turismo y Hospitalidad y de la necesidad de esfuerzos para el examen continuo del conocimiento producido en estas interfaces, se estableció como objetivo de esta investigación mapear y caracterizar la producción científica sobre Gastronomía en el formato de artículos de revistas brasileñas de Turismo y/o Hospitalidad. A partir de esta problemática, se recopilaron 147 artículos de 20 revistas por dos vías: la base de datos Spell y el sistema de búsqueda de los sitios oficiales de las revistas. Bibliometrix fue el software utilizado para el tratamiento de los datos. Destacamos los principales resultados: a) principales publicaciones periódicas: Rosa dos Ventos - Turismo e Hospitalidade y Revista Hospitalidade; b) autores más prolíficos: Maria Henriqueta Gimenes-Minasse y Rodolfo Krause; c) 87% de los autores de la muestra publicaron un único artículo; d) principales referencias: Schlüter (2003), Gândara (2009), Gabriela Fagliari (2005); e) autores de referencia: Maria Henriqueta Gimenes-Minasse, Ministerio de Turismo y Regina Schlüter; f) instituciones prolíficas: Universidade Anhembi Morumbi y Universidade do Vale do Itajaí; g) se identificaron cinco conglomerados temáticos en la muestra. Esta investigación contribuye a la caracterización social e intelectual de la producción científica sobre Gastronomía en Brasil presente en las revistas de Turismo y Hospitalidad.
Film Commissions: panorama geral e atuação no desenvolvimento do turismo cinematográfico
Authors: Korossy Nathalia , Santos Evenly
Published: May 2024

Las comisiones fílmicas son organizaciones sin fines de lucro que generalmente actúan bajo la autoridad de una entidad gubernamental. Concebidas con el objetivo de generar beneficios económicos a través de la atracción y apoyo de producciones audiovisuales, también pueden establecer conexiones con el desarrollo del turismo cinematográfico. Sin embargo, no existen estudios científicos a una escala geográfica más amplia que muestren la realidad práctica de estas organizaciones, ni su relación con el turismo. Así, este artículo, como un primer esfuerzo exploratorio, presenta un panorama de estas entidades, buscando caracterizar su estructura y funcionamiento, además de su papel en el desarrollo del turismo cinematográfico. La investigación realizada fue exploratoria-descriptiva, con un enfoque cuantitativo mediante la aplicación de una encuesta a 87 entidades miembros de la Association of Film Commissioners International (AFCI) y/o de la European Film Commissions Network (EUFCN). Entre los principales resultados se encontró que gran parte de la muestra opera en un ámbito regional, con equipos pequeños, y demuestra conocimiento sobre su importancia para el sector turístico. El estudio concluyó que las comisiones fílmicas, además de ser agentes esenciales para la promoción del sector audiovisual y económico, también pueden desempeñar un papel activo en el desarrollo del turismo en sus respectivas jurisdicciones.
Orientação ao cliente na hotelaria: mapeamento daprodução científica
Authors: Oliveira Thais Bandinelli Vargas Lopes de , Sohn Ana Paula Lisboa , Limberger Pablo Flôres
Published: May 2024

La búsqueda de mejores prácticas competitivas ha llevado a los hoteles a adoptar estrategias para diferenciar sus servicios, y la orientación al cliente es una de ellas. El objetivo de este artículo es mapear la producción científica sobre orientación al cliente (OC) en la industria hotelera para identificar los enfoques más relevantes y temas de interés futuro. Se realizó un análisis bibliométrico de las publicaciones indexadas en las bases de datos Scopus y Web of Science utilizando la interfaz Biblioshiny de RStudio. En la búsqueda se utilizaron los términos customer orient*, customer orientation y hotel* con una estrategia de búsqueda adaptada a cada base de datos, considerando únicamente artículos científicos publicados en revistas académicas. Destacó la producción china y estadounidense, con el International Journal of Hospitality Management como la revista de mayor producción y factor de impacto sobre el tema. Cabe destacar el progresivo interés por la investigación sobre el tema en la industria hotelera. La principal contribución de este estudio fue poner de relieve el papel mediador y el impacto del CO en el comportamiento y el rendimiento de los empleados, las acciones de liderazgo, el rendimiento organizativo, los atributos medioambientales y las estrategias competitivas, de marketing y de gestión. También se analizó la relación entre la CO, la capacidad de innovación, la ambidexteridad y la responsabilidad social de las empresas (considerando los resultados sociales además de los financieros y humanos).
Interpretação ambiental nos roteiros ecoturísticos da Floresta Nacional de Carajás – PA, Brasil
Authors: Sousa Ariana Silva , Lobo Heros Augusto Santos , Stigliano Beatriz Veroneze
Published: May 2024

The creation and planning of natural areas protected contribute to the conservation and protection of natural diversity, in addition to reducing deforestation. These areas can be essential elements in the effectiveness of conservation, allied to the involvement of the population. However, when the subject is ecotourism or sustainable tourism in protected areas, it is important to highlight that the dimensions of sustainability will be influenced by tourism activities, due to the impacts it generates. Thus, it is important to internalize environmental education and environmental interpretation as means to promote awareness and effective involvement. Considering this context, the objective of the research carried out was to propose interpretative itineraries for visiting the National Forest area. The methodology for this work was to use the Brazilian version of the Recreation Opportunity Spectrum method to inventory existing natural attractions with ecotourism potential, located in the Amazon Forest biome. The results made it possible to suggest visiting itineraries that consider different public profiles, as well as possible themes that can be used in the environmental interpretation of each attraction and its potential for increasing public use. Furthermore, the results offer subsidies for the development of a pedagogical project of environmental education, in order to provide a better experience in the visitation and the reflection of visitors on contemporary issues affecting the Carajás National Forest.