bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Application of microsatellite DNA method in determining the genetic diversity of farmed broodstocks of Penaeus vannamei (Boone, 1931) in hatchery centers of Bushehr Province
Authors: Dehmord Laleh Mosavi , Nazari Mohammad Ali , Chermahini Mohammad Amini , Pazir Mohammad Khalil
Published: July 2023

The aim of this study was a detection of different populations of Pacific white shrimp (Penaeus vannamei Boone, 1931) farmed broodstocks and to determine their genetic indexes in hatchery centers of Bushehr province. DNA was extracted from the muscle tissue of 30 broodstocks of 11 stocks using a commercial kit. The repeated sequences were amplified using ten specific primers by PCR in the Iranian Shrimp Center. The results showed that the number of alleles was 4.5-5.5 in the studied stocks. The most allele frequency was observed in the farmed broad stocks of the third stock in the H2 hatchery center, 5.2 ± 0/359. Also, the average of observed heterozygosity in the farmed broad stocks of the second stock in the H5 hatchery center obtained 0.669 ± 0.152, more than other stocks in all centers. Genetics indexes of the farmed broad stocks of the third stock in the H2 hatchery center were increased compared with other stocks in Bucher province. The inbreeding coefficients of the first stocks in the H1 and H3 hatchery centers were significantly more than others, respectively, 0.595 ± 0.105 and 0.547 ± 0.145. The increased inbreeding coefficients of the farmed broad stocks in these stocks can be referred to due to the small size of the founder population and biased selection programs. However, this amount is acceptable according to the information of the other hatchery centers in Bushehr province and other countries. Moreover, it was concluded that broodstock with higher diversity should be used to increase the genetic indicators in the hatchery centers.
An assessment of the zooplankton biomass in Campeche Canyon (southern Gulf of Mexico) during the "Nortes" storm season of 2011
Authors: Fuentes-Martínez Rosa María , Coria-Monter Erik , Monreal-Gómez María Adela , Durán-Campos Elizabeth , Salas-de-León David Alberto
Published: July 2023

Biomass is a valuable indicator of biological production in any ecosystem and represents a proxy of secondary production in the case of zooplankton. This short communication aims to report zooplankton biomass values in the waters of the Campeche Canyon, southern Gulf of Mexico, during the "Nortes" storm season of 2011 and to explore their relationship with the hydrography and the circulation pattern. The results showed the presence of cyclonic and anticyclonic eddies associated with high and low water density at the base of the pycnocline. The highest values of zooplankton biomass (>40 g 100 m-3) were observed in regions that presented higher water density values (~26.1 kg m-3). In comparison, the lowest zooplankton biomass values (<5 g 100 m-3) were associated with low water densities (<25.6 kg m-3). The results presented here contribute to elucidating the role that physical forcing plays on the zooplankton biomass of the region, particularly during a season in which the passage of extreme storms is widespread.
Taxonomic notes and key to the West Palearctic Antocha (Antocha) Osten Sacken, 1860 (Diptera, Limoniidae) with description of a new species from Morocco
Authors: Mabrouki Youness , Terec Andrei , Taybi Fouzi , Dénes Anna , Keresztes Lujza
Published: July 2023

The Mediterranean Region of the West Palearctic is one of the most species-rich biomes in the world, hosting a high level of endemism and relict species with important conservation value. The North Africa Atlas Mountains (spanning Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia) belong to a poorly-investigated region of the Mediterranean area, with overlooked aquatic biodiversity; hence, a number of species still remain to be discovered.

The subgenus Antocha (Antocha) Osten Sacken, 1860 is recorded for the first time from Africa, with a description of A. (A.) staryi Keresztes & Mabrouki sp. nov. from hilly regions of the Middle Atlas region, Morocco. The unique design of the male terminalia differentiates well the newly-discovered species from its closely-related and range-restricted A. (A.) phoenicia Thomas and Dia, 1982. This is in contrast with the high intraspecific and geographically poorly-defined variability of the widespread A. (A.) vitripennis (Meigen, 1830), for which morphological variability of male genital structures is discussed.

Illustrations of male genital parts, distribution data and key to the species from the West Palearctic area are also provided.
Identifying Reproductive Behavior Arguments in Social Media Content Users’ Opinions through Natural Language Processing Techniques
Authors: Kalabikhina Irina , Zubova Ekaterina , Loukachevitch Natalia , Kolotusha Anthony , Kazbekova Zarina , Banin Evgeny , Klimenko German
Published: July 2023

Big data provides researchers with valuable sources of information for studying demographic behavior in the population. One such source is the texts posted by social network users on various demographic issues. This study utilizes methods for automatically extracting user opinions from the “VKontakte” social network. The extracted texts are then classified using the Conversational RuBERT neural network model to investigate opinions related to reproductive behavior in the population. The classification process addresses two consecutive problems. Firstly, it aims to identify whether a user’s comment contains argumentation. Secondly, if an argument is present, it seeks to determine its type within the context of the “personal-public” dichotomy. To search for arguments and classify their types, six experiments were conducted, varying the dataset and the number of classes. The method employed for automatic extraction and classification of user opinions on the “VKontakte” social network has demonstrated the ability to accurately classify users’ comments, identifying the presence of argumentation and categorizing the arguments within the “personal-public” dichotomy. This enables the identification of personal and social attitudes, values, stories, and opinions, thus facilitating the study of reproductive behavior.
A new, widespread genus of Baetidae from South Asia (Insecta, Ephemeroptera)
Authors: Kaltenbach Thomas , Kluge Nikita J. , Gattolliat Jean-Luc
Published: July 2023

Material collected on different islands across South Asia revealed a new genus of Baetidae with a widespread distribution, Arcobaetisgen. nov. The larvae present important similarities with Nigrobaetis, but have paraglossae dorsally with an arc of long, spine-like setae in distal area; long, slightly feathered setae between prostheca and mola of both mandibles; and very slender legs with row of short setae at dorsal margin of femur. The male imago has an extraordinarily small 3rd (apical) segment of gonostylus, which is much narrower than the apex of the 2nd segment. The new genus includes five species: A. sumbawensissp. nov. is described from Sumbawa (Indonesia) based on larvae, A. sumatrensissp. nov. from Sumatra (Indonesia) based on larvae, A. bornensissp. nov. from Borneo (Brunei) based on larvae, and A. sripadaisp. nov. (type species) is described from Sri Lanka based on a reared male imago with its larval and subimaginal exuviae; A. gracilentus (Chang & Yang, 1994), comb. nov. from Taiwan, formerly described in Margobaetis Kang & Yang, 1994, a subgenus of Baetis Leach, 1815, and subsequently transferred to the genus Nigrobaetis Kazlauskas (in Novikova & Kluge), 1987, is transferred to the new genus. A key to the larvae of all species is provided. Morphological similarities and the relationship of the new genus to other genera of Baetidae are discussed.
From a magnetoacoustic system to a J-T black hole: A little trip down memory lane
Authors: Williams Floyd L.
Published: July 2023

We assign a Riemannian metric to a system of nonlinear equations that describe the one-dimensional propagation of long magnetoacoustic waves (also called magnetosonic waves) in a cold plasma under the inference of a transverse magnetic field. The metric, which in general is expressed in terms of the density of the plasma and its speed across the magnetic field, when specialized to a particular solution of the nonlinear system (the Gurevich-Krylov (G-K) solution) is mapped explicitly to a Jackiw-Teitelboim (J-T) black hole metric, which is the main result. Dilaton fields, constructed from data involved in the G-K solution, are presented - which with the plasma metric provide for elliptic function solutions of the J-T equations of motion in 2d dilaton gravity. A correspondence between solutions of the nonlinear plasma system (whose Galilean invariance is also established) and certain solutions of a resonant nonlinear Schrödinger equation is set up, along with some other general background material to render an expository tone in the presentation.
Robust stability and boundedness of uncertain conformable fractional-order delay systems under input saturation
Authors: He Danhua , Bao Baizeng , Xu Liguang
Published: July 2023

In this article, a class of uncertain conformable fractional-order delay systems under input saturation is considered. By establishing the Lyapunov boundedness theorem for conformable fractional-order delay systems, some sufficient conditions for robust stability and boundedness of the systems are obtained. Examples are given to illustrate the obtained theory.
A new Newton method for convex optimization problems with singular Hessian matrices
Authors: Wang Tianji , Huang Qingdao
Published: July 2023

In this paper, we propose a new Newton method for minimizing convex optimization problems with singular Hessian matrices including the special case that the Hessian matrix of the objective function is singular at any iteration point. The new method we proposed has some updates in the regularized parameter and the search direction. The step size of our method can be obtained by using Armijo backtracking line search. We also prove that the new method has global convergence. Some numerical experimental results show that the new method performs well for solving convex optimization problems whose Hessian matrices of the objective functions are singular everywhere.
La presencia femenina en los orígenes del proceso de construcción europea. María Zambrano como pionera en el europeísmo español
Authors: Pando Ballesteros María de la Paz
Published: July 2023

Desde las instituciones europeas se nos recuerda que son muchas las mujeres que han coadyuvado al proceso de construcción europea y las que siguen trabajando en pro de la Europa comunitaria, y, en ese esfuerzo por reconocer su aportación han dejado de referirse exclusivamente a «los padres de Europa» para aludir a los pioneros y pioneras en dicha tarea. Sin embargo, son muy escasos los estudios que visibilizan el papel de dichas pioneras, especialmente para el caso español. No obstante, no faltaron escritoras entre los intelectuales nacionales del periodo de entreguerras que reflexionaron sobre Europa, que atisbaron en ella un modelo para modernizar España y que entendieron que tanto una como otra compartían un mismo destino. En este sentido, en el presente artículo, revindicamos la figura de María Zambrano como europeísta y como pionera entre quienes miraron a Europa desde la España de la primera mitad del siglo XX. Para ello nos servimos de las obras de los más destacados pensadores del momento que se ocuparon de Europa, especialmente José Ortega y Gasset, Salvador de Madariaga y la propia María Zambrano, utilizando como método de trabajo el análisis del discurso y aplicando un enfoque de género.
Los desafíos de la modernidad. Nuevas miradas historiográficas al siglo XX en Europa central y del este
Authors: Aguilar López-Barajas José Luis
Published: July 2023

El presente artículo analiza seis publicaciones recientes que abordan la historia del siglo XX en Europa central y del este. El objetivo del texto es comentar críticamente los principales temas de la investigación reciente sobre la región, conectando estos libros con otras publicaciones y debates que han marcado las líneas de fuga de la historiografía de las dos últimas décadas.
Achieving Academic Excellence
Authors: Abdallah Asma Khaleel , Abdallah Rasha Khalil
Published: July 2023

Academic excellence showcases an individual's ability to excel in school activities, with teaching and education service quality being crucial factors. This chapter discusses how teacher development and training sessions play a vital role in refining the education sector. Professional development opportunities for teachers have increased significantly, enabling schools to provide quality education to students, thereby improving education standards. Challenges faced during the teacher development process are highlighted. The chapter also examines how quality education helps prepare students for the job market, developing their skills and competencies while positively impacting teachers' professional growth.
Hydrogen-Energy Vector Within a Sustainable Energy System for Mobile Applications
Authors: Felseghi Raluca Andreea
Published: July 2023

Today hydrogen is recognized as a non-polluting energy carrier because it does not contribute to global warming if it is produced from renewable energy resources. Hydrogen is the only secondary energy carrier that is suitable for wide applications. At the center of attention is the fact that hydrogen can be obtained from a wide range of primary energies. It can be used advantageously for a wide range of applications. Hydrogen can be used in decentralized systems without emitting CO2. Hydrogen is already a part of today's chemical industry, but as an energy resource, its rare benefits can only be achieved through fuel cell technology. The next generations of energy systems for mobile applications based on hydrogen fuel cells have the potential of using and implementing clean energy in the mobility domain, as well as in the tertiary and industrial sector, thus having a significant impact on greenhouse gas emissions decreasing, specific characteristics of hydrogen technology having an important role in the decarbonization of transport sector.
Clean and Efficient Transportation With Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles
Authors: Öner Emine Teke , Yurtcan Ayşe Bayrakçeken
Published: July 2023

The number of disasters caused by global warming has increased in recent years, making it important to accelerate the studies on alternative and clean energy conversion systems to decrease these detrimental effects. Conventional transportation systems mainly based on fossil fuels seem to be the most critical issue for the environment. Electric vehicles are promising clean candidates that can be used for transportation. Electric vehicle technology can be classified into battery electric vehicles (BEVs), hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). In recent years, due to the development in nanotechnology and material science engineering, newly designed battery and fuel cell-based technologies draw attention. This chapter aims to give brief information about the electric vehicle types, a comparison of the existing systems, hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles and drawbacks of these systems, and the current status of the hydrogen economy.
Comparative Analysis Regarding the Performance Criteria of Hydrogen Fuel Cells Used in Green Electricity Generation for Mobility
Authors: Felseghi Raluca Andreea
Published: July 2023

Today, hydrogen is recognized as a non-polluting energy carrier because it does not contribute to global warming if it is produced from renewable energy resources. This chapter presents one of the possibilities of using hydrogen fuel cells in the energy support of electric vehicle charging stations. A comparative study was presented for five situations in which fuel cells have different nominal powers, a study whose objective is to investigate the equipment capability, assuming their use as the first and only source of electricity in a future economy based on hydrogen, in which case the hydrogen fuel used by the fuel cell is available to the final consumer through a centralized distribution infrastructure. The main decision criteria taken into account include electricity generated by fuel cell, degree of autonomy from the classic electricity grid, total hydrogen consumption, energy purchased from the grid, excess energy, total CO2 emissions, initial investment, electricity unit prices, total cost calculated for 25 years of system life.
Online Learning Satisfaction
Authors: Sanusi Soliha Binti , Muslichah Istyakara , Abdullah Nik Herda Nik , Rozzani Nabilah
Published: July 2023

Far from being optional, teaching and learning for education providers at various levels have made online learning the primary medium of delivery, due to Covid 19. As such, this study investigates how students' preparedness, motivation, internet availability, technical support, and psychological support influence students' online learning satisfaction in Malaysian and Indonesian higher learning institutions. An online survey was administered across Malaysia and Indonesia, with three hundred thirty-six (336) responses from Malaysia and two hundred ninety-two (292) from Indonesia. Structural equation model with smart PLS 3.2.4 was used for data analysis, with five hypotheses being tested. The present study found that motivation, psychological support, and technical support significantly affected student satisfaction in Malaysia, whereas an additional factor, students' preparedness, affected Indonesian students. Future research may investigate other aspects that may have contributed to students' satisfaction and which medium is the best for students to satisfy their learning curve.
Automation in Digital Marketing
Authors: Zaki Hafizah Omar , Fernandez Dahlia
Published: July 2023

Marketing automation is becoming an increasingly important topic for marketing managers and practitioners. Despite the well-known use of automation in marketing activities, academic study into marketing automation is minimal compared to, possibly, the recent surge. This chapter addresses this important omission. Findings suggest that to get the most out of automation in digital marketing, organizations need to integrate automation into every part of their operations. Digitalization is an unavoidable prerequisite for the successful adoption of marketing automation. Marketing firms can make better judgments by opting for the excellent use of automation platforms in digital marketing. The creation of effective marketing teams is made more accessible by using marketing automation, although the process is not without its challenges. Automation will allow them to maximize the benefits that marketing automation provides.
The Role of Gamification in a Post-Pandemic World
Authors: Huang Miao , Saleh Mohamad Saifudin Mohamad
Published: July 2023

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic caused issues related to public vaccination and nucleic acid testing management and mental and physical health pressures resulting from pandemic lockdowns. Gamification has played an important role in addressing these issues and the effect of COVID-19 by promoting behaviour changes, providing positive information, relieving mental stress, and improving happiness. In the COVID-19 prevention and control experience of China, gamification has been successfully applied in many effective cases, such as 1) the collection of gamified rewards to increase the public's acceptance for vaccination and nucleic acid testing; 2) the reduction of negative emotions and improvement of happiness during lockdown by gamified social interaction; 3) the encouragement of home fitness; and 4) the improvement of online education effects. This chapter focuses on the role of gamification in a pandemic, specifically as a support tool, by people in China.
Adaptation of Systems Thinking by Academic and Clinical Educators in the Field of Communication Sciences and Disorders Following the Pandemic
Authors: Wolf Rachel , Rajappa Akila T.
Published: July 2023

This chapter will provide readers with how a systems based approach was established and implemented during and post pandemic to maintain educational and clinical services for graduate students studying to become speech-language pathologists and the clients they provide care. Achieving a master's degree is essential to becoming a licensed and certified speech-language pathologist (SLP). A board accredited program in communication sciences and disorders has specific standards that must be met to ensure all students gain comprehensive knowledge and skills across all domains within an SLP's scope of practice. Working directly with clients requires a systems approach whereby the SLP recognizes the relationship between culture, environment, language, and disability. The unprecedented nature of the pandemic had a profound impact on approaches used to meet student learning outcomes as well as provision of services for those clients receiving their therapeutic services.
Blended and Online Distance Learning in Indonesian Higher Education
Authors: Mustikasari Dewi Wahyu , Heggart Keith
Published: July 2023

This study investigated the external factors that influenced teachers' design processes during the adoption of blended learning (before COVID-19) and online distance learning (during COVID-19) in higher education settings. This study sought to understand the relationship between university leaders, educators, and other actors inside and outside university contexts through a systems perspective. A multiple case study design was employed, and eight Indonesian university English teachers (IUETs) were voluntarily recruited to participate. The findings showed that the institutional support services and tools influence teacher design practices during the adoption of both modes of learning. Activity theory was used as a conceptual framework to explore the common pitfalls that disconnected the roles of university leadership, institutional policy and units, and actors within the broader higher education system.
Challenging Times for Community and Technical Colleges in the United States of America
Authors: Young-Babb Tonia
Published: July 2023

This chapter discusses the foundation of community colleges (also known as junior colleges), the role of community colleges, and innovative practices emanating from community colleges. Since their inception, community colleges have been the cornerstone of higher education, serving the local community by providing the identified skills training and career development identified as enhancing the community and the industry of the geographical region they serve. In the 21st century, community colleges have experienced heightened pressure to meet national education objectives, increased technology, budgeting demands, increased accountability measures for leaders, diversity of students and faculty, and reduced funding. Despite these challenges, community colleges continue to offer education at a lower annual cost than traditional four-year institutions, making them more affordable for all students.
The Power of Partnerships
Authors: Miñana Rogelio , Zahn Adam
Published: July 2023

This chapter explains Drexel University's new international partnership-driven model, Global Hubs. It presents specific examples of how Drexel engages with global partners in mutually beneficial and equitable ways. The university seeks to build long-term, sustainable, and affordable partnerships that increase access to higher education for a wide array of diverse populations. The chapter first provides an overview of Drexel University and its new global partnerships model before focusing on one particularly accessible and equitable strategy that has been extremely successful for Drexel faculty, students, and university partners abroad: Global Classrooms.
The Impact of ICA on Leadership Preparation and Development Policies in England and Sweden
Authors: Outhwaite Deborah , Sahlin Susanne , Mifsud Denise
Published: July 2023

This chapter uses the backdrop of the pressures created by international comparative analysis in a global education system through mechanisms such as PISA, PIRLS, TIMSS, and the OECD to compare the approaches taken by both Great Britain and the Swedish government over the last decade in their attitudes to leadership development with school staff, and particularly their leadership teams. It examines the national program rolled out in Sweden and the merits of tying this into university education departments. In England, this leadership development has moved away from universities to being centralized in a marketized process, with all the service provision outsourced to the non-profit and private sectors, thus having little to do with the higher education landscape, despite the international comparative analysis that is regularly published that demonstrates that this is where it is best placed.
Role of IoT Technologies in Agricultural Ecosystems
Authors: C. S. Mohan Raj , Kumar A. V. Senthil , Musirin Ismail Bin , Khalid Saifullah , Latip Rohaya , Mishra Namita , Kaur Gaganpreet
Published: July 2023

Increasing demand for food quality and size has increased the need for industrialization and intensification in the agricultural sector. The internet of things (IoT) is a promising technology that offers many innovative solutions to transform the agricultural sector. Research institutes and scientific groups are constantly working to provide solutions and products for different areas of agriculture using IoT. The main objective of this methodological study is to collect all relevant research results on agricultural IoT applications, sensors/devices, communication protocols, and network types. The authors also talk about the main problems and encounters encountered in the field of agriculture. An IoT agriculture framework is also available that contextualizes the view of various current farming solutions. National guidelines on IoT-based agriculture were also presented. Finally, open issues and challenges were presented, and researchers were highlighted as promising future directions in the field of IoT agriculture.
Machine Learning-Integrated IoT-Based Smart Home Energy Management System
Authors: Syamala Maganti , C. R. Komala , Pramila P. V. , Dash Samikshya , Meenakshi S. , Boopathi Sampath
Published: July 2023

The internet of things (IoT) is an important data source for data science technology, providing easy trends and patterns identification, enhanced automation, constant development, ease of handling multi-dimensional data, and low computational cost. Prediction in energy consumption is essential for the enhancement of sustainable cities and urban planning, as buildings are the world's largest consumer of energy due to population growth, development, and structural shifts in the economy. This study explored and exploited deep learning-based techniques in the domain of energy consumption in smart residential buildings. It found that optimal window size is an important factor in predicting prediction performance, best N window size, and model uncertainty estimation. Deep learning models for household energy consumption in smart residential buildings are an optimal model for estimation of prediction performance and uncertainty.
IoT-Based Smart Accident Detection and Alert System
Authors: Babu C. V. Suresh , N. S. Akshayah , P. Maclin Vinola , Janapriyan R.
Published: July 2023

The smart accident detection and alert system using IoT is a technical solution that detects accidents and alerts authorities and emergency services. The system mainly relies on sensors, GPS, and Arduino UNO to detect and collect information about the location and severity of the accident. The system then transmits this information in real time to the appropriate authorities using algorithms and protocols, enabling them to respond quickly and effectively, therefore increasing the possibility of saving lives and benefiting road users, emergency services, and transportation authorities in case of accidents.
Improving Instructional Practices
Authors: Black-Chen Marsha
Published: July 2023

The online learning environment requires a multifaceted approach. Essentially, appropriate platform, facilitator presence, feedback and grading, and patterns of engagement are important in the adult learner environment. The use of authentic activities has proven to be beneficial to adult learners, and more so, the self-directed path that is created. A constructivist approach along with online delivery was taken to create a learner-centered environment. This research examined the perceptions adult learners have about online learning to identify and illuminate the issues related to the online learning environment. A qualitative data analysis approach was taken using semi-structured interviews. A sample of 15 participants at the graduate level were included in this study. Positive opportunities, flexible opportunities, critical thinker, missing deadlines/time management are important to improve online instructional practices. The new strategies will be useful to the relevant stakeholders in a bid to enhance the current instructional strategies.
Instructional Planning as Phenomenology
Authors: Franklin Karen , Sohn Brian
Published: July 2023

In this chapter, the authors explore the practice of instructional planning as phenomenology. They pay tribute to the late Howard R. Pollio, Ph.D., an award-winning professor of phenomenology and psychology. His exemplary instructional planning process was embodied, intentional, experiential, and experimental. The chapter is based on a phenomenologically oriented case study of instructional planning as it occurred over the course of one semester. The chapter includes an overview of phenomenological approaches to teaching and learning, a review of instructional planning practices, and a detailed analysis of the planning practices of Dr. Pollio. Authors found that Dr. Pollio was a phenomenologist and taught phenomenologically, emphasized student experience, worked to develop drama and intrigue, and meticulously arranged activity sequences while remaining open to go with the flow. Implications for instructors include practicing with authenticity, forgoing enforcement mechanisms, and insisting on student freedom.
An Investigative Study on Internet of Things in Healthcare
Authors: Natraj N. A. , Mitra Sriya , Hallur Giri Gundu
Published: July 2023

The emergence of IoT in the healthcare sector can bring about a surge of innovation and development. This qualitative research paper is aimed to explore the growth, adoption and threats that the emergence of IoT in the healthcare sector holds. IoT has various capabilities that pose an opportunity to provide solutions for a digitised healthcare system that would also aid in battling pandemics such as COVID. IoT has applications in multiple places, such as improving hospital treatment systems, tracking different medical parameters, identifying irregularities. The correct usage of IoT may aid in dealing with a variety of medical issues such as speed, cost, and complexity. It makes the surgeon's job easier by lowering risks and improving overall performance. The growing use of connected devices in healthcare is a major driver for the IoT-Health market.This research identifies the threats and the prospects of IoT in the future of healthcare.
Impact of UAVs in Agriculture
Authors: Bhushan Megha , Negi Arun
Published: July 2023

Agriculture is mostly practiced in rural areas where there is less population and no proper scouting. Unmanned aerial vehicle (UAVs) can reduce human involvement in agriculture and solve many issues such as monitoring water levels, detecting crop disease, controlling the consumption of water and many more. UAVs application has contributed to many areas of agriculture such as insecticide as well as fertilizer prospecting and spraying, seed planting, weed recognition, soil mapping using aerial imaging, crop forecasting and so forth. Through these methods, crops can be cultivated without making excess use of water and chemicals which keep them safe and strong. Further, UAVs are replacing the man-made aircrafts because of their peculiar feature of capturing high resolution imagery below cloud level and its flexibility to work on different geographical locations. The multifunctioning UAVs reduce time and increase productivity. Therefore, this chapter provides a review on a smarter agricultural system using UAVs in order to enhance food productivity.
A Comprehensive Review of IoT Reliability and Its Measures
Authors: Bhatia Sandeep , Goel Neha , Ahlawat Vinay , Naib Bharat Bhushan , Singh Khushwant
Published: July 2023

Due to the limited resources available in the connected IoT devices, it is difficult to assess the reliability of the system. IoT reliability desires favourable issues for measuring analysis with proposing, solving, qualifying considering, besides giving IoT responsiveness arrangements is, accordingly, essential for the enormous preparation of IoT innovation over all areas of society. In this unique situation, the most important reason is to propose and investigate survey responsiveness instruments for IoT outcomes, upholding the use of repetitive courses then gadgets that benefit as much as possible from cell phones, as key parts of IoT. Reliability for IoT has networking and various formula-based evaluations that has magnified node to node connection at various levels. The authors go through reliability measurements and models in this chapter. A detailed investigation for the sake to quantify reliability in the IoT based devices has been discussed alongside issues associated with it.
Integration of WSN and IoT
Authors: Bhatia Sandeep , Jaffery Zainul Abdin , Mehfuz Shabana , Goel Neha
Published: July 2023

IoT refers to a network of interconnected devices which are able to share data with each other. Each device in a network has a unique address. The placement of devices called nodes in any network has always been a matter of concern associated with its routing, shortest path, power dissipation by nodes and topology etc. The integration of a wireless sensor network with the internet of things is an area of research among the researchers and provides a valid approach for networking in any IoT enabled system. WSN- IoT integration finds applications in smart agriculture. In this chapter the authors will discuss the methods of WSN-IoT integration and its benefits among smart agriculture. The authors will discuss the application using Lora WAN to enhance better crop yield. LoRa WAN is a low cost and long-range device which is suitable for smart agriculture application for sending collected data to a remote location which we cannot communicate through Zigbee, wi-fi, Bluetooth and other short-range devices. The researchers will explain the routing methods and protocols associated with smart agriculture.
Enabling the Future of Manufacturing
Authors: Khang Alex , Rath Kali Charan , Satapathy Suresh Kumar , Kumar Amaresh , Das Sudhansu Ranjan , Panda Manas Ranjan
Published: July 2023

The integration of robotics and the internet of things (IoT) has emerged as a crucial aspect in the development of smart factory infrastructure within the context of Industry 4.0. This chapter explores the synergistic potential of combining these two transformative technologies to enable the future of smart IoT technologies. Firstly, the chapter provides an overview of the fundamental concepts of IoT and robotics, highlighting their respective contributions to the Industry 4.0 paradigm. It discusses the key characteristics and challenges associated with IoT-enabled smart factories, emphasizing the need for efficient data collection, processing, and decision-making in dynamic manufacturing environments. In conclusion, this chapter highlights the immense potential of integrating robotics and IoT in smart factory infrastructure, paving the way for increased automation, efficiency, and productivity. It underscores the importance of addressing the associated challenges to unlock the full benefits of this integration and enable the future of smart IoT technologies.
How the Metaverse Can Leverage the Business World
Authors: Rosário Albérico Travassos , Lopes Paula Rosa , Rosário Filipe Sales
Published: July 2023

The metaverse is a shared, virtual space where users can interact with each other and digital objects in real time. It has the potential to revolutionize the way we do business by providing a new platform for conducting transactions, collaborating on projects, and connecting with customers. Metaverse can benefit businesses by providing a new platform for virtual events. The metaverse also has the potential to revolutionize the way businesses collaborate and work with each other. Overall, the metaverse has the potential to be a powerful tool for businesses, providing a new platform for conducting transactions, collaborating on projects, and connecting with customers. More research is needed to provide reliable data for decision-making by managers, so based on these research gaps, this study aims to assess the challenges and opportunities, thus building a benchmark on how the metaverse can leverage the business world.
AI-Aided Teaching Model in Education 5.0
Authors: Khang Alex , Muthmainnah Muthmainnah , Seraj Prodhan Mahbub Ibna , Al Yakin Ahmad , Obaid Ahmad J.
Published: July 2023

In the educational setting, artificial intelligence (AI) technology, notably chatbots, has made substantial improvements in English learning. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of using the Artificial Intelligence Virtual Dream Friend and John English Boot applications on learning English in the 5.0 revolution era in English courses for first-semester students at university. The assessment method used is a quantitative research method and research design (quasi-experiment design). Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that the results of the comparison test showed that My Virtual Dream Friend and John English Bot were both effective for use as computer tutoring in English courses and also increased interest in learning English in the 5.0 revolution era compared to previous conventional methods. The outcomes of this study might be used to direct future research into utilizing chatbots outside of the classroom as learning companions, and educators could use them to adapt evaluation and feedback procedures.
Metaverse in Marketing
Authors: Rosário Albérico Travassos , Lopes Paula Rosa , Rosário Filipe Sales
Published: July 2023

The term metaverse refers to a collective virtual shared space created by the convergence of virtually enhanced physical reality and physically persistent virtual space, including the sum of all virtual worlds, augmented reality, and the internet. In the context of marketing, the metaverse can be thought of as a new platform for brands to engage with consumers and create immersive, interactive experiences. Brands can use the metaverse to create virtual events, product demonstrations, and other interactive experiences that allow consumers to engage with the brand in a more meaningful way. The metaverse offers new and exciting opportunities for brands to connect with consumers and create engaging, interactive experiences that drive brand awareness and loyalty. As a result, more research is needed to provide reliable and accurate data on Metaverse in marketing. This study aims to assess the challenges and opportunities, thus building a frame of reference on metaverse in marketing.
Mobile Cloud Computing Framework for an Android-Based Metaverse Ecosystem Platform
Authors: Mishra Nilamadhab , Padhi Basanta Kumar , Rath Banaja Basini
Published: July 2023

Mobile cloud computing (MCC), which combines mobile computing and cloud computing, has become one of the industry's most common terms and a major topic of discussion in the IT world. Mobile clients are becoming popular clients for consuming any web resources, particularly web services (WS), as mobile network infrastructures improve. However, there are problems connecting mobile devices to existing WS. This research focuses on three of the following challenges: loss of connection, bandwidth, latency, and limited resources. This research proposes to develop and implement a cross-platform architecture for connecting mobile devices to the web. The architecture includes mobile service clients that work on any platform and a Metaverse ecosystem that makes it easier for mobile clients and WS to talk to each other. Finally, the Metaverse ecosystem can be deployed on the cloud metaverse platform, which may create more immersive and dynamic virtual worlds that are accessible to a wider audience by utilizing the power of the cloud.
Innovative Applications and Implementation Challenges of Blockchain Technology in the Financial Sector
Authors: Nagarajan Chitra Devi , Afjal Mohd
Published: July 2023

Blockchain use in various industries improves the standard of services provided to end users and benefits society as a whole. The chapter discusses the innovative use of blockchain technology in the financial sector, including know your customer, cross-border payments, clearing and settlements in the insurance sector, trade finance platforms, and digital identity verification. On the other hand, while blockchain technology has the potential to be a very competitive and “imaginative” technology, it is important to address concerns with its implementation, such as the cost of adoption, energy consumption, cybersecurity, interoperability, scalability, latency, and so on. The findings of this study will give the required information to the government, decision-makers, and consumers to help them understand the applications and difficulties of implementing blockchain technology in the financial sector.
Analyzing Bibliometrics of AI and Smart Vehicles
Authors: Samanta Durga Prasad Singh , Patnaik B. C. M. , Satpathy Ipseeta , Akbar Jahanzeb
Published: July 2023

This chapter presents a concise bibliometric analysis of the intersection between artificial intelligence (AI) and smart vehicles. Through systematic literature review and analysis, key research trends and themes were identified, including AI-driven autonomous driving, intelligent transportation systems, machine learning algorithms, and human-machine interaction. The analysis highlights the growing interest in the field and identifies influential research works, contributors, and collaborative networks. This bibliometric analysis provides valuable insights into the research landscape and offers directions for future studies in AI and smart vehicles.
Smart Cities Data Indicator-Based Cyber Threats Detection Using Bio-Inspired Artificial Algae Algorithm
Authors: Chauhan Vineeta S. , Chakravorty Jaydeep , Khang Alex
Published: July 2023

Smart cities have benefited greatly from the quick development of information technology, such as cloud computing, sensors, and the IoT. Smart cities improve living services and analyze massive amounts of data, which increases privacy and security concerns. But managing security and privacy issues is crucial for a smart city that encourages businesses to adopt new computing paradigms. In recent years, there has been a proliferation of literature on security and privacy, covering topics like end-to-end security, reliable data acquisition, transmission, and processing, legal service provisioning, and privacy of personal data, as well as the application of bio inspired computing techniques to system design and operation. Effective computing systems have been developed by utilizing bio-inspired computing approaches for intelligent decision support. The indicator-based threat detection system with BAAA algorithm is the quickest and most efficient way to scope an environment after observation, and its usefulness is greatly influenced by the adversary rate of change.
Repercussões da pandemia da COVID-19 na assistência à parturiente: olhar da enfermagem
Authors: Mattei Greici Naiara , Schapko Taís Regina , Mantovani Gabriela Denadai , Silva Wilton José de Carvalho , Baggio Maria Aparecida
Published: July 2023

Objetivo: identificar as repercussões da pandemia da COVID-19 na assistência à parturiente pelo olhar da enfermagem. Método: pesquisa qualitativa com profissionais de enfermagem atuantes em centro obstétrico de um hospital-escola do Paraná, realizada por meio de entrevistas semiestruturadas, por WhatsApp, entre maio e julho de 2020, com análise de conteúdo temática. Resultados: evidenciaram-se mudanças no fluxo de atendimento obstétrico, com ambiente exclusivo para gestantes com suspeita de infecção viral, e influência na via de parto. Houve retrocessos na assistência obstétrica, dificuldades no acesso a informações sobre o parto e nascimento devido à suspensão dos grupos de gestantes. A ausência do acompanhante no período parturitivo comprometeu o estado emocional das parturientes e elevou os sentimentos de ansiedade, tristeza e insegurança das mulheres. Para suporte emocional às parturientes, foram utilizadas estratégias para a aproximação da família, como o uso de chamadas por vídeo do celular. Os profissionais de enfermagem realizaram um cuidado sensível e empático, embora com aumento da demanda de trabalho e cercados de medo da contaminação viral. Considerações finais: Adequações institucionais foram realizadas, novas demandas de assistência precisaram ser atendidas pelos profissionais de enfermagem, concomitante ao retrocesso de outras, aumentando os desafios para planejar e realizar a assistência à parturiente.
Notificação de violência sexual de mulheres por drogas facilitadoras durante a pandemia de covid-19
Authors: Hornung Helena , Trigueiro Tatiane Herreira , Berteloni Glauciane Marques de Assis , Kluk Elizama , Lourenço Rafaela Gessner
Published: July 2023

Objetivo: analisar os casos de violência sexual contra mulheres com uso sugestivo das drogas facilitadoras de crime atendidas em um hospital do Paraná durante a pandemia de covid-19. Método: trata-se de uma pesquisa descritiva de abordagem quantitativa e qualitativa, de corte transversal e coleta retrospectiva de dados. Os dados foram coletados em fevereiro e analisado de julho a novembro de 2021. A análise quantitativa foi apoiada pelos softwares Excel®. Os dados qualitativos foram submetidos à análise temática com apoio do software Webqda®. Esta pesquisa foi aprovada pelo Comitê de Ética em Pesquisa. Resultados: foram analisadas 58 fichas de notificação, as mulheres possuíam idade entre 18 e 61 anos com média de 30 anos, possuíam ensino médio completo (36,20%), trabalho remunerado (31,03%) e estavam solteiras (81,03%). Os episódios de violência sexual prevaleceram em Curitiba (62,06%), durante a madrugada (46,55%) e em residências (70,68%). Grande parte dos agressores eram conhecidos (46,55%) e a principal droga envolvida foi o álcool (50%), consumido voluntariamente (68,96%) pela mulher. Conclusão: a abordagem dos agressores e a prática da violência ocorreram em ambientes privados, o que coincide com o período de isolamento social e a proibição de aglomerações como forma de enfrentamento da pandemia de covid-19.