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THE TOPONYMY OF THE VILLAGE OF PADESH, BLAGOEVGRAD AREA –
SEMANTIC CLASSIFICATION AND STRUCTURAL SPECIFICS
Authors: IVOVA Nadelina
Published: November 2024

The present text describes the toponymy of the village of Padesh, Blagoevgrad area. It represents a semantic classification of the place names and observes their structural specifics. The text also mentions some word-formation and morphological peculiarities. More than 210 microtoponyms and oykonyms are classified in three main groups. The first group analyses toponyms derived from geographical characteristics or from some other specifics of the place. The group contains 98 names and the analysis shows that 47 of them include geographical terms. The second group observes toponyms reflected by cultural history of Padesh - names related to the village agriculture and forestry, religious concepts and settlement structure. The most of the toponyms are classified as a possessives in the third group. The least of them are formed by а personal name, а nickname or by an adjective. The other ones are names for ownership, derived by proper names and some specific suffixes such as -ица and -ец. The most of the toponyms in that group come from resident/ family names or have as a constituent a possessive adjective. All the names are analyzed as simple toponyms, complex toponyms and compounds. The text finds that the toponymy of the village of Padesh contains mostly simple place names, less often the toponyms formed by an adjective and a noun and just two of the place names are compounds.
DOCTOR-PATIENT COMMUNICATION IN KOSOVO HEALTHCARE SERVICES: A LINGUISTIC CASE STUDY OF DOCTORS’ PERCEPTIONS
Authors: KRASNIQI Labinot
Published: November 2024

This case study examines the perceptions of doctors in Kosovo institutions regarding doctor-patient communication from a linguistic perspective. A sample of doctors participated in the study by completing a questionnaire with 16 items, 14 of which had yes-or-no answers, and 2 of which were open-ended. The study found that doctors generally have a positive perception of doctor-patient communication in Kosovo, but they also face some challenges, including patients' health literacy, administrative issues, and patients' prejudices toward doctors. However, most doctors reported effective communication with their patients by using their names, explaining things in detail, listening to the patient's concerns, and checking for understanding. Patient consultations typically take between 15 to 20 minutes, during which doctors strive to establish a rapport with patients to ensure better treatment outcomes. Although the majority of doctors did not have any complaints about patient communication, some reported issues such as patient impatience, a lack of basic knowledge regarding the patient's health condition, a lack of health education, and resistance from some patients to be honest. These challenges underscore the need for targeted interventions to improve health education in the region. The study highlights the importance of effective communication in the healthcare environment and provides insights into the linguistic aspects of doctor-patient communication in Kosovo healthcare services. It also identifies areas for future research and practice in improving doctor-patient communication, including the development of training programs for healthcare professionals and the implementation of strategies to overcome communication barriers.
Maskulinitas Crossdresser Laki-Laki Dalam Dunia Dance Cover K-Pop
Authors: Suganda Vellania , Primadini Intan
Published: November 2024

This research discusses how popular culture is growing in Indonesia. One of them is the K-pop culture originating from South Korea which is among Indonesian teenagers. Indonesian youth's interest in K-pop encourages their creativity and makes it easier for them to express themselves, giving rise to the trend of K-pop dance covers. Individuals imitate the dress styles, hairstyles, makeup, and accessories of their idols. Individuals are allowed to perform male to female cross-gender dance and vice versa. This activity eventually led to conflict related to Indonesian culture which sees men as having a masculine appearance and character. Therefore, this study aims to reveal how male crossdressers in K-pop dance covers interpret masculinity. This study uses a qualitative approach, Smith's interpretive phenomenology method, and the constructivism paradigm. The results showed that male crossdressers see masculinity as a form of behavior, not only in terms of physical appearance.
Keywords: K-Pop, crossdresser, dance cover, idol, masculinity
Ecologically and Biologically Significant Marine Protected Areas in the Caspian Sea: A Review
Authors: Ginzburg Anna I. , Kostianoy Andrey G. , Gholamalifard Mehdi , Koibakova Symbat E. , Syrlybekkyzy Samal
Published: November 2024

This paper provides a brief review of the ecologically and biologically significant marine protected areas in the Caspian Sea. As a result of the collaboration between the Tehran Convention and the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) the Regional Workshop to Facilitate the Description of Ecologically or Biologically Significant Marine Areas (EBSAs) in the Black Sea and the Caspian Sea took place from 25 to 29 April 2017 in Baku (Azerbaijan). The Regional Workshop compiled a list of areas in the above seas that meet the EBSA criteria with corresponding detailed description of each areas based on scientific information available at that time. We provide a brief information on each of these 16 EBSAs in the Caspian Sea in accordance with their descriptions. We discuss different definitions of specially protected areas given by different international organizations, as well as the fact that the EBSA is not a marine protected area by a definition. We discuss a possible evolution and transformation of the Caspian EBSAs in the modern period in connection with the continuing fall in the Caspian Sea level.
Prevalence of Subclinical Hypothyroidism in a Non-Diabetic Young Female Population and Its Impact on Diabetes and Cardiometabolic Risk
Authors: Hewage Nawoda , Wijesekara Udaya , Perera Rasika
Published: November 2024

Background: We evaluated the influence of subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH) on insulin resistance (IR), cardiometabolic risk, and obesity in childbearing-age women without diabetes.Methods: This cross-sectional investigation included 282 women, aged 18 to 35 years, from rural and suburban Sri Lanka. Anthropometric and biochemical parameters, including IR and lipid/thyroid profiles, were recorded. Data were compared between SCH and euthyroidism (EU) for controls (normal weight) and cases (overweight/obese).Results: The overall rates of SCH, EU, IR, and metabolic syndrome (MetS) were 40.42%, 59.57%, 73.40%, and 24.46%, respectively. Both controls and cases included individuals with SCH; overall, 168 participants (59.57%) had EU, while 114 (40.42%) exhibited SCH. IR was significantly associated with SCH in both weight groups (P<0.05). Among those with SCH, the odds ratios (ORs) for IR were >2 (95% confidence interval [CI], 0.45 to 3.87) in controls and >6 (95% CI, 3.52 to 8.41) in cases. Similarly, the ORs for MetS were >1 (95% CI, 0.38 to 4.16) in controls and >11 (95% CI, 8.73 to 15.01) in cases. Dyslipidemia and hypertriglyceridemia were significantly more prevalent in the SCH group (P<0.05). Women with SCH exhibited higher mean values for all obesity indices compared to their EU counterparts, surpassing normal thresholds (P<0.05). Among obesity measures, visceral adiposity index (VAI) demonstrated the highest area under the curve and sensitivity for assessing SCH and cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk.Conclusion: SCH must be identified and managed in young women to help prevent diabetes and cardiometabolic disorders. VAI may aid in precisely detecting SCH and CVD.
A Neglected Point: Frailty in Older Adults with Differentiated Thyroid Cancer
Authors: Coskun Meric , Cataltepe Esra , Varan Hacer Dogan , Ceker Eda , Bektas Yasemin , Kuscu Yasemin , Yalcin Mehmet Muhittin , Akturk Mujde , Toruner Fusun Balos , Karakoc Mehmet Ayhan , Altinova Alev Eroglu
Published: November 2024

Background: This study investigated the risk of frailty in older adults with differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC) and the effect of thyroid- stimulating hormone (TSH) levels on frailty.Methods: This single-center, cross-sectional study included 70 DTC patients aged ≥60 years with stable TSH levels during the previous year while receiving levothyroxine. Frailty was assessed using the fried frailty phenotype (FFP). Anterior thigh muscle thickness was measured by ultrasound, and the sonographic thigh adjustment ratio (STAR) index was calculated. Muscle strength was measured using a hand dynamometer. Physical activity was determined by the physical activity scale for the elderly (PASE).Results: The median (interquartile range) age and follow-up time were 65 years (62 to 71) and 11 years (7.0 to 14.2), respectively. The median TSH level was 1.10 μIU/mL (0.49 to 1.62), and 58.6% of patients were prefrail/frail. Muscle mass and strength were reduced in 35.7% and 17.2% of patients, respectively. TSH levels were lower in those with prefrailty/frailty (P=0.002), low muscle mass (P=0.014), and low strength (P=0.037) than in their normal counterparts. TSH levels correlated negatively with FFP (P= 0.001) and positively with the STAR index (P=0.034). TSH below 1.325 μIU/mL was associated with an increased frailty risk (area under the curve=0.719; P=0.001). Low TSH, female sex, low handgrip strength, and low PASE leisure time scores emerged as independent predictors of frailty (P<0.05).Conclusion: Older adults with lower TSH levels due to DTC are at high frailty risk and have low muscle mass and strength. Therefore, TSH targets should be set based on a comprehensive evaluation with consideration of the risk-benefit ratio.
Determinan Keputusan Lindung Nilai pada Perusahaan Manufaktur di Bursa Efek Indonesia
Authors: Tantry Valentino Indra , Lindrawati Lindrawati
Published: November 2024

Dalam menjalankan operasinya, ketika perusahaan semakin besar, akan memperluas usahanya dengan melakukan transaksi perdagangan dengan pihak luar negeri, baik penjualan maupun pembelian, di mana mengandung risiko bisnis karena melibatkan penggunaan mata uang asing, sehingga diperlukan manajemen risiko yang efektif. Transaksi dengan pihak asing dapat menimbulkan risiko perbedaan nilai mata uang dikarenakan adanya fluktuasi dari nilai tukar mata uang sehingga diperlukan keputusan lindung nilai. Lindung nilai dilakukan perusahaan untuk menjaga nilai aset dan liabilitas, serta meminimalisasi risiko bisnis di masa depan. Tujuan penelitian ialah menguji secara empiris atas likuiditas, leverage, peluang pertumbuhan, dan kepemilikan manajerial pada keputusan lindung nilai. Disain penelitian menggunakan kuantitatif, dengan data berupa laporan keuangan dan harga saham penutupan akhir tahun, pada perusahaan manufaktur di Bursa Efek Indonesia periode 2020-2022. Analisis data menggunakan regresi logistik, di mana menunjukkan hasil likuiditas dan peluang pertumbuhan tidak memiliki pengaruh pada keputusan lindung nilai. Leverage berpengaruh positif pada keputusan lindung nilai, menunjukkan semakin tinggi hutang perusahaan maka semakin besar kemungkinan perusahaan melakukan lindung nilai. Kepemilikan manajerial berpengaruh negatif pada keputusan lindung nilai menunjukkan pada saat manajer memiliki saham perusahaan semakin banyak, kemungkinan lebih berani menanggung risiko untuk tidak melakukan lindung nilai. Hasil penelitian perlu dipertimbangkan dikarenakan dilakukan pada kondisi pandemi, di mana transaksi luar negeri dibatasi karena adanya lock down di beberapa negara.
Dampak Kesulitan Keuangan dan Ukuran Perusahaan terhadap Praktik Konservatisme Akuntansi
Authors: Wirawan I Made Dwi Sumba
Published: November 2024

Laporan keuangan berfungsi sebagai dasar analisis keuangan dan membantu dalam mengevaluasi kinerja keuangan perusahaan. Konservatisme akuntansi memainkan peran kunci dalam memastikan keandalan dan keakuratan laporan keuangan. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh kesulitan keuangan dan ukuran perusahaan terhadap konservatisme akuntansi. Penelitian ini dilakukan pada perusahaan sektor transportasi yang tercatat di Bursa Efek Indonesia tahun 2019 – 2021. Variabel independen dalam penelitian ini adalah kesulitan keuangan dan ukuran perusahaan.  Kesulitan keuangan diukur dengan menggunakan model Z Score versi empat variabel yang dirumuskan oleh Altman. Ukuran perusahaan pada penelitian ini diproksikan dengan Ln Total Aset. Variabel dependen dalam penelitian ini adalah konservatisme, yang diproksikan dengan non-operating accrual. Jenis metode penelitian yang digunakan ini ialah metode kuantitatif dengan purposive sampling yang digunakan sebagai metode penentuan sampel. Analisis regresi linier berganda merupakan metode analisis data yang digunakan pada penelitian ini. Hasil uji regresi menunjukkan nilai signifikansi vaiabel konservatisme akuntansi sebesar 0,017 lebih kecil dari alpha = 0,05 yang berarti bahwa kesulitan keuangan berpengaruh positif dan signifikan pada konservatisme akuntansi. Hasil regresi juga menunjukkan bahwa hubungan antara ukuran perusahaan dengan konservatisme akuntansi dengan nilai signifikansi 0,177 lebih besar dari alpha = 0,05 yang berarti bahwa ukuran perusahaan tidak berpengaruh pada konservatisme akuntansi.
Students’ Social Language as the Bridge to Build Up a Dialogue by Using English in the Classroom
Authors: Eka Prastyawan Rikat , Mahfudzi Imam , Khilyatul Auliya Prativi , Julianto Eko
Published: November 2024

Social Language is the language which is usually used by the students in their daily activities. They could gather any ideas to speak up without having barriers. This study investigated on the use of social language as the bridge to build up a dialogue by using English in the classroom in order to have natural communications. Researchers formulated the research questions; how did the students switch the language from their Social Languages to English? This research used a descriptive qualitative by purposive sampling to get the data analyzed by using checklist instrument to classify them based on the theoretical framework. The result showed that the students switched their social language to English by implementing the basic patterns of sentence structures. This way changed the students’ performance in delivering a dialogue by using English naturally. So, it could be concluded that students’ social language could become a bridge to use English for communication. It’s hopefully beneficial for English Lecturers in teaching English in the classroom referring to English for Specific Purpose.
Indigenous Inclusion in Water Resource Governance and Legislation of the Upper Colorado River Basin
Authors: Frantz Allyson , Steinberg Cara , Battaglia Jolijn
Published: November 2024

Indigenous tribes and governments within the Upper Colorado River Basin have been left to battle failing infrastructure, underrepresentation, outdated legislation, inadequate water allocations, and ongoing disenfranchisement that has limited equitable access to water. On a wider scale, the current state of Western legislation is not inclusive of Indigenous parties. These factors are compounded by a 23-year long drought in the western United States that has placed drought management and climate change at the forefront of critical need for policy makers and state governments. This article highlights some of the current challenges relevant to inclusive Indigenous governance, with the specific context of drought and water resource management. The authors offer recommendations to the Bureau of Reclamation and state governments of the Upper CRB for more encompassing policy practices in Western water law that provide for a just inclusion of Indigenous knowledge and tribal sovereignty within the larger discourse of basin-wide droughts and water scarcity.
Recommendations for Better Collaborative Groundwater Monitoring for the US High Plains Aquifer
Authors: Payne Teyah Nichole
Published: November 2024

Groundwater is a critical resource for the Great Plains region of the United States, providing drinking water for over 2 million people. However, the High Plains Aquifer (HPA) is under significant threat from over-extraction—defined as the excessive withdrawal of groundwater beyond its natural replenishment rate. This overuse jeopardizes not only water availability but also equitable access and allocation. Effective groundwater monitoring is essential to track trends in water availability, assess the impacts of extraction, and develop strategies to ensure long-term sustainability. Without comprehensive monitoring, it is difficult to address key issues like contamination, depletion, and groundwater quality degradation. While several state-level frameworks exist to enhance groundwater monitoring, they operate independently, leading to gaps in data sharing and collaboration, especially for a transboundary resource like the HPA.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) are well-positioned to play a more central role in this process. The EPA, with its mandate to protect water quality, and the USGS, with its expertise in nationwide data collection, are critical to supporting a collaborative and comprehensive groundwater monitoring system. By facilitating the integration of state-level efforts, these federal agencies can help ensure that groundwater monitoring is both consistent and accurate, enabling effective decision-making at regional and national levels. This policy memo provides a detailed analysis of current state-level efforts, highlights the role of the EPA and USGS in addressing governance challenges, and proposes a transboundary governance mechanism to enhance collaborative groundwater monitoring. The intended audience includes policymakers at the EPA and USGS, as well as water resource managers who are key to implementing these changes.
Generalization of some integral inequalities in multiplicative calculus with their computational analysis
Authors: Mateen Abdul , Zhang Zhiyue , Ali Muhammad Aamir , Fečkan Michal
Published: November 2024

UDC 517.9 We focus on generalizing some multiplicative integral inequalities for twice differentiable functions. First, we derive a multiplicative integral identity for multiplicatively twice differentiable functions. Then, with the help of the integral identity, we prove a family of integral inequalities, such as Simpson, Hermite–Hadamard, midpoint, trapezoid, and Bullen types inequalities for multiplicatively convex functions. Moreover, we provide some numerical examples and computational analysis of these newly established inequalities to prove the validity  of the results for multiplicatively convex functions. The generalized forms obtained in our research offer valuable tools for researchers in various fields.
Sharp starlike and convex radius for the differential operator of analytic functions
Authors: Hu Zhenyong , Srivastava H. M. , Zhang Ying
Published: November 2024

UDC 517.5
Under given coefficient conditions for analytic functions

f

in the unit disk

D

, we first obtain the starlike and convex radius  for the linear  combination of the differential operator 

z
f
'

of analytic functions

f

in

D
.

 Then we obtain the starlike and convex radius  for the differential operator 

z
f
'

.  Furthermore, we present the starlike and convex radius  for the linear  combination of the differential operator 

z
f
'

  and analytic functions  

f

in

D

.  Our results imply the related result obtained by Gavrilov [Mat. Zametki, 7, 295–298 (1970)].
Shifting priorities and expectations in the new world of work. Insights from millennials and generation Z
Authors: Trifan Vanina Adoriana , Pantea Mioara Florina
Published: November 2024

In the contemporary world of work and modern business, the well-being of a company is directly linked with the well-being of its employees, and in this context, the proactive promotion of work-life balance has become more important than ever because it meets the new ideal and is an ongoing challenge through the lens of the younger generation’s age groups. By unpacking worklife balance into five drivers, the present paper aims to explore the recent trends, priorities, and expectations of the modern workforce. The target population was represented by two generations of employees, Millennials and Generation Z, and the research hypotheses were tested using structural equation in SmartPLS. The results of this research aim to enhance the current knowledge base, offering a distinct perspective along with significant findings for employers, managers, recruiters, policymakers, and other nodes of control who can gain insights regarding work-related priorities and expectations.
Forecasts and Statistical Insights for Line Intensity Mapping Cross-correlations: A Case Study with 21 cm × [C ii]
Authors: Fronenberg Hannah , Liu Adrian
Published: November 2024

Intensity mapping—the large-scale mapping of selected spectral lines without resolving individual sources—is quickly emerging as an efficient way to conduct large cosmological surveys. Multiple surveys covering a variety of lines (such as the hydrogen 21 cm hyperfine line, carbon-monoxide rotational lines, and [C ii] fine-structure lines, among others) are either observing or will soon be online, promising a panchromatic view of our Universe over a broad redshift range. With multiple lines potentially covering the same volume, cross-correlations have become an attractive prospect, both for probing the underlying astrophysics and for mitigating observational systematics. For example, cross-correlating 21 cm and [C ii] intensity maps during reionization could reveal the characteristic scale of ionized bubbles around the first galaxies, while simultaneously providing a convenient way to reduce independent foreground contaminants between the two surveys. However, many of the desirable properties of cross-correlations in principle emerge only under ideal conditions, such as infinite ensemble averages. In this paper, we construct an end-to-end pipeline for analyzing intensity mapping cross-correlations, enabling instrumental effects, foreground residuals, and analysis choices to be propagated through Monte Carlo simulations to a set of rigorous error properties, including error covariances, window functions, and full probability distributions for power-spectrum estimates. We use this framework to critically examine the applicability of simplifying assumptions such as the independence and Gaussianity of power-spectrum errors. As worked examples, we forecast the sensitivity of near-term and futuristic 21 cm × [C ii] cross-correlation measurements, providing recommendations for survey design.
Hard X-Ray Spectrum of the Vela Pulsar and Its Wind Nebula Constrained by NuSTAR
Authors: Kargaltsev Oleg , Hare Jeremy , Lange Alexander
Published: November 2024

We present the analysis of 200 ks NuSTAR observation of the Vela pulsar and the pulsar wind nebula (PWN). The phase-resolved spectra corresponding to two main peaks in the folded pulse profile differ significantly. The spectrum of Peak 1 is significantly harder than that of Peak 2 in qualitative agreement with the earlier Rossi X-ray Timing Explorer results. However, for both spectra, the values of power-law (PL) fit photon indices, Γ, are noticeably larger than the previously reported values. The harder (Peak 1) spectrum has Γ = 1.10 ± 0.15, which is close to those measured for the bright inner jets of the PWN. We used the off-pulse interval to remove the emission from the pulsar and measure the compact PWN spectrum in hard X-rays. We also measured the spectrum from the southwestern region of the PWN, which is resolved by NuSTAR from the compact PWN. For both regions, we fit the NuSTAR spectra by themselves and together with the Chandra X-ray Observatory spectra. We found that the PWN spectrum (for both regions) requires a more complex model than a simple PL. The fits to compact PWN spectrum favor an exponentially cutoff PL model, with E

c
≈ 50 keV over the broken PL model. The observed synchrotron photon energies imply electrons accelerated to ≈150 TeV.
Binary Disruption and Ejected Stars from Hierarchical Star Cluster Assembly
Authors: Cournoyer-Cloutier Claude , Karam Jeremy , Sills Alison , Zwart Simon Portegies , Wilhelm Maite J. C.
Published: November 2024

We simulate mergers between star clusters embedded within their natal giant molecular cloud. We extract initial conditions from cloud-scale simulations of cluster formation and introduce different prescriptions for primordial binaries. We find that simulations that do not include primordial binaries result in a larger fraction of unbound stars than simulations that include a prescription for binaries based on observations. We also find a preferred direction of motion for stars that become unbound during the merger. Subcluster mergers within realistic gas environments promote binary disruption, while mergers between idealized, gas-rich spherical clusters do not produce the same disruption. Binary systems with smaller semimajor axes are disrupted in simulations of subcluster mergers within their natal environment compared to simulations that do not include the realistic gas environment. We conclude that binary disruption and the production of an anisotropic distribution of unbound stars are the natural consequences of subcluster mergers during star cluster assembly.
LEAVES: An Expandable Light-curve Data Set for Automatic Classification of Variable Stars
Authors: Fei Ya , Yu Ce , Li Kun , Chen Xiaodian , Zhang Yajie , Cui Chenzhou , Xiao Jian , Xu Yunfei , Tao Yihan
Published: November 2024

With the increasing amount of astronomical observation data, it is an inevitable trend to use artificial intelligence methods for automatic analysis and identification of light curves for full samples. However, data sets covering all known classes of variable stars that meet all research needs are not yet available. There is still a lack of standard training data sets specifically designed for any type of light-curve classification, but existing light-curve training sets or data sets cannot be directly merged into a large collection. Based on the open data sets of the All-Sky Automated Survey for SuperNovae, Gaia, and Zwicky Transient Facility, we construct a compatible light-curve data set named LEAVES for automated recognition of variable stars, which can be used for training and testing new classification algorithms. The data set contains a total of 977,953 variable and 134,592 nonvariable light curves, in which the supported variables are divided into six superclasses and nine subclasses. We validate the compatibility of the data set through experiments and employ it to train a hierarchical random forest classifier, which achieves a weighted average F1-score of 0.95 for seven-class classification and 0.93 for 10-class classification. Experimental results prove that the classifier is more compatible than the classifier established based on a single band and a single survey, and has wider applicability while ensuring classification accuracy, which means it can be directly applied to different data types with only a relatively small loss in performance compared to a dedicated model.
Hints of New Physics for the Hubble Tension: Violation of Cosmological Principle
Authors: Hu J. P. , Jia X. D. , Hu J. , Wang F. Y.
Published: November 2024

Discrepancy between the measurements of Hubble constant H
0 from the cosmic microwave background and the local distance ladder is the most serious challenge to the standard ΛCDM model. Recent research has pointed out that it might be related with the violation of cosmological principle. Here, we investigate the impact of dipole–monopole correction on the constraints of H
0 utilizing the dipole-fitting method based on the ΛCDM model and cosmography method. Our results show that the dipole–monopole correction can reduce the constraints of H
0 from a larger value consistent with SH0ES results to a smaller value consistent with Planck results. This finding can effectively alleviate the Hubble tension. Through making redshift tomography and model-independent analyses, we confirm that our findings are independent of the redshift and cosmological model. In addition, the theoretical prediction of H(z)/(1 + z) reconstructed by the constraints of the ΛCDM model with the dipole correction is in agreement with baryon acoustic oscillation (BAO) measurements, including five Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument BAOs within the 1σ range except a data point at z = 0.51. Our research suggests that the Hubble tension originates from new physics beyond the standard ΛCDM model, which might lead to a violation of the cosmological principle.
FOA-BDNet: A behavior detection algorithm for elevator maintenance personnel based on first-order deep network architecture
Authors: Feng Zengming , Cao Tingwen
Published: November 2024

The operation space of the vertical lift shaft is small, the components are complex, the occluding and different behavior space characteristics are similar, and the unsafe behavior is not easy to detect, which makes the operation safety of maintenance personnel in the elevator greatly threatened. This paper proposes an elevator maintenance personnel behavior detection algorithm based on the first-order deep network architecture (FOA-BDNet). First, a lightweight backbone feature extraction network is designed to meet the online real-time requirements of elevator maintenance environment monitoring video stream detection. Then, the feature fusion network structure of "far intersection and close connection" is proposed to fuse the fine-grained information with the coarse-grained information and to enhance the expression ability of deep semantic features. Finally, a first-order deep target detection algorithm adapted to the elevator scene is designed to identify and locate the behavior of maintenance personnel and to correctly detect unsafe behaviors. Experiments show that the detection accuracy rate on the self-built data set in this paper is 98.68%, which is 4.41% higher than that of the latest target detection model YOLOv8-s, and the reasoning speed reaches 69.51fps/s, which can be easily deployed in common edge devices and meet the real-time detection requirements for the unsafe behaviors of elevator scene maintenance personnel.
Enhanced Learning Outcomes with Audio in E-learning: An Analysis
Authors: Rautela Vijayshree
Published: November 2024

Audio in any form whether as narration, sound effects, background music, or commentary can make e-learning more interesting for a learner. It completes the sensory engagement in a learner where the visual meets the auditory to comprehend a learning component. As an instructional designer and trainer, over the years, I have created several e-learning courses for adult learners with and without audio. The learning outcomes of the two when compared using several surveys and other evaluation mechanisms showed that learners not only prefer learning instruction that has audio but were also able to retain the learning and apply it to their jobs. This paper analyses how the level of learning outcomes is better in e-learning courses with audio than without audio. It shares some of the science and research that supports this. In addition, it describes the learner surveys and evaluation mechanisms that I have used to prove this and discusses the national and international compliances that make audio a mandate in e-learning to support of my analysis.
Exploring Leadership in the Hybrid Workplace
Authors: Ebojoh Sandra , Högberg Karin
Published: November 2024

The workplace and work life has changed due to advances in digital technology, which has increased distributed work. Many organizations no longer work in a physical office, but in a hybrid workplace where organizational members work both remotely, using digital technology, and in the physical office. This literature review explores and examines the existing research on leadership in hybrid workplaces. While there is a large body of research on e-leadership and numerous studies on the pandemic, there is a paucity of research on the leadership of hybrid workplaces, which is crucial in the present workplace. Hence, this paper is a systematic review of the literature that addresses leadership in the hybrid workplace across disciplines. A total of 48 papers from six databases were analyzed and interpreted. This review reveals the different but complementary disciplinary focus contributing to developing the knowledge of leadership in the hybrid workplace. It also presents a comprehensive overview of changes to the workplace and the critical challenges leaders face with the abrupt switch to the new structure of the workplace. This work has significant learning points for leadership practice in the contemporary workplace. It offers a conceptualization of hybrid leadership, along with propositions for future research.
The Learning Hub – Empowering Remote Rural Communities across India through Blended Learning
Authors: Mehta Aarsh , Barfield Ana , Thomson Mark
Published: November 2024

This case study explores The Learning Hub, an initiative of the Aga Khan Foundation (AKF), which hosts, among many other learning assets, a three-strand learning programme to enhance the quality of life in rural India through innovative blended learning strategies. The programme, delivered by the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme India (AKRSPI), addresses critical issues such as water sanitation, sustainable agriculture, and governance by delivering courses through a combination of video-based online content and in-person facilitation. The study provides a brief analysis of AKF's blended learning approach, and its impact on community resilience, economic development, and social equity.
Disguise Learn: A Best-in-Class Hybrid Learning Program Case Study
Authors: Lapthorne Alexander
Published: November 2024

This case study examines the development and implementation of “Disguise Learn”, a hybrid learning program designed to elevate customer training experiences, enhance product adoption, and foster client success in the extended reality (xR) and virtual production (VP) realms. The study highlights the business needs that led to the creation of Disguise Learn, the strategic design of the program, its deployment, change management efforts, and the measurable benefits realised. The study aims to showcase best practices in creating a comprehensive and engaging hybrid learning environment that aligns with organisational objectives and industry demands.
Couplage de données et méthodes, une approche méthodologique originale de modélisation de la trame noire
Authors: Pinçon Edouard , Sawtschuk Jérôme , Hernández González Edna
Published: November 2024

Alors que les impacts anthropiques sur la biodiversité urbaine et péri-urbaine sont étudiés depuis au moins cinquante ans, les effets de la pollution par l'éclairage artificiel sur la biodiversité nocturne par les politiques publiques est moins explorée. Cet article présente une cartographie des surfaces éclairées sur le territoire de Brest métropole, fondée sur les données de gestion du parc d'éclairage public, et son croisement avec les données d'occupation du sol pour construire un modèle de trame noire. La cartographie est d'abord générée en combinant une typologie des distributions photométriques avec les valeurs de flux lumineux. Puis, le modèle est construit par le calcul d'indices de biodiversité carroyés (méthode déductive) et par le calcul de graphes paysagers (méthode intégrative) expérimenté sur une espèce de chauve-souris. Un facteur de correction est intégré afin de permettre d'affiner le modèle par des mesures de terrain. Les résultats obtenus montrent que la cartographie est conforme aux observations de terrain et que la représentation des valeurs d'éclairement est cohérente. Le modèle de trame noire obtenue conforte la connaissance préexistante. Ce modèle est suffisamment précis pour repérer de potentielles zones à enjeu pour la faune et fournir des outils d’aide à la décision pour l’aménagement du territoire.
A Parametric Study on the Stability, Geometry and Hardness of AISI 308LSi WAAM-GMAW
Authors: Abioye Taiwo Ebenezer , Bankong Bankong Daniel , Ogundipe Oluwafemi Joshua , Kusoro Oluwatobi Oluwayemisi , Ogedengbe Tunde Isaac
Published: November 2024

Wire arc additive manufacturing (WAAM) has been established to be an efficient and cost-effective additive manufacturing technique for fabricating functional metallic parts from scratch. However, there is need to determine optimal processing condition for each material system to produce high-quality parts. In this work, a parametric study of WAAM of AISI 308LSi was performed to determine the processing condition(s) at which single tracks of high dimensional accuracy, excellent geometry, no visible crack and pore, and high hardness required for high-quality multi-track deposition can be achieved. The track geometries were investigated using a combination of optical microscopy and image processing software. The microstructure and hardness of the deposited single tracks were examined using optical microscopy and Vickers hardness tester respectively. A process map predicting the process stability of WAAM of AISI 308LSi was developed within a process window. Continuous single tracks of high dimensional accuracy were produced from a stable deposition process. The process becomes unstable whenever the wire deposition volume per unit length of track is in excess of the available heat energy per unit length of track. The wire feed rate and traverse speed significantly influence the stability and geometry of the single tracks. The processing conditions at which single tracks of low wetting angle (<90◦), high aspect ratio (>1.5), high surface quality, and high hardness (close to the as-received material) can be deposited were determined. These processing conditions were considered suitable for the fabrication, surface modification and repair of functional engineering parts made of 308LSi stainless steel.
The Low-Temperature Thermal Conductivity of Epoxy Resin Composites Enhanced by Graphene and Modified Alumina Hybrid Fillers
Authors: Xiang Yue , Huang Rong Jin , Zhou Zheng Rong , Wang Tao , Shi Li , Sun Wen Tao , Li Lai Feng
Published: November 2024

In recent years, polymer/ceramic composites with high thermal conductivity have been widely used in microelectronic devices, superconducting magnets and aviation, and further improving their thermal conductivity is a great challenge. In this work, spherical alumina nanoparticles were modified with 3-aminopropyltriethoxy-silane (APTES) successfully. Furthermore, the modified Al2O3(M-Al2O3)/Epoxy(EP) and Graphene(Gr)/M-Al2O3/EP composites were prepared and their properties were tested in the temperature range of 70 K-300 K. The results showed that the thermal conductivity of the composite with 1 wt% Gr and 60 wt% M-Al2O3 hybrid filler is 15 times higher than that of pure epoxy at 70 K, which indicates its application prospect in thermal interface materials.
Tailoring SWCNT Elastic Properties for Enhanced Durability in Additive Manufactured Prosthetic Devices
Authors: Al-Kharusi Moosa Salim M. , Al-Maharbi Majid
Published: November 2024

This study focuses on the numerical estimation of the effective Young's modulus of single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNT) using a continuum mechanics approach tailored for additive manufacturing applications in prosthetic limbs. In our finite element model, the positions of carbon atoms within the SWCNT are represented as nodes linked by beam elements that embody the geometrical and elastic mechanical properties derived from interatomic forces. These forces are quantitatively assessed by equating them to the total interatomic potential energies of the SWCNT's molecular structure. Employing an equivalent continuum technique, we evaluate the effective elastic properties across various SWCNT configurations and benchmark our findings against existing numerical and experimental data from the literature. Our results, which align closely with published studies, demonstrate the isotropic behaviour of SWCNT and reveal a significant dependence of stiffness on the modelled wall thickness. These insights are critical for the development of enhanced prosthetic limbs through additive manufacturing, where material properties such as stiffness and durability are paramount.
The Development of Knowledge-Based Economies Through Creation, Dissemination and Use of Knowledge, and Information in Native Languages
Authors: Karalliyadda S. M. C. B.
Published: November 2024

"If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his language, that goes to his heart"- Nelson Mandela.Conveying your messages in a language your audience both understands and resonates with is of utmost importance to establish an emotional connection. Language proficiency is crucial in determining how well the information or knowledge is communicated which subsequently influences comprehension of the same by the audience. By contrast, when knowledge is synthesized and shared in a language unfamiliar to a community, the extent to which that knowledge is utilized depends largely on that specific language proficiency of the community.Knowledge-based economy is characterized by the production, distribution and utilization of knowledge and information. In such systems, education, innovation and skill development are fundamental to economic growth. As highlighted above, the availability of knowledge and information in one's native language serves as a significant facilitator for the development of a system. Thus, the promotion of education in local languages set the stage for the establishment of environment for the citizens to fully involve in knowledge systems, apply the acquired skills and contribute to innovation. This leads to the development of a highly-skilled workforce, advancement of technology as well as the formation of competitive industries.
PASSing to the patient side: early achieving of an acceptable symptom state in patients with rheumatoid arthritis treated with Janus kinase inhibitors
Authors: Garufi C. , Mancuso S. , Ceccarelli F. , Caruso L. , Alessandri C. , Di Franco M. , Priori R. , Riccieri V. , Scrivo R. , Truglia S. , Conti F. , Spinelli F.R.
Published: November 2024

Objective. Patients Acceptable Symptom State (PASS) is a single dichotomized question assessing health satisfaction. We aimed to investigate PASS achievement within 4 weeks of treatment with Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors (Jakinibs) and its association with treatment response after 4 and 12 weeks in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients.
Methods. We recruited consecutive RA patients starting baricitinib or tofacitinib. At baseline, 4 and 12 weeks, we calculated disease activity [Disease Activity Score on 28 joints (DAS28), Clinical Disease Activity Index, Simplified Disease Activity Index], disease status [remission and low-disease activity (LDA)], percentage of patients achieving PASS, and the time to attain PASS. We assessed the impact of clinically relevant variables on PASS achievement by logistic regression analysis.
Results. We enrolled 113 patients [98 (86.7%) females; median age 59.6 (interquartile range 16.9), median disease duration 144 (132) months]. 90 (79.6%) patients achieved PASS after 10 (8) days. A similar percentage of PASS achievers and non-achievers was in remission/LDA at weeks 4 and 12, but the reduction of disease activity was significantly greater in PASS achievers. All patients achieving Boolean remission at weeks 4 and 12 had achieved PASS within 4 weeks. The impact of Patients Global Assessment (PGA) on DAS28 was significantly greater in PASS non-achievers compared to PASS achievers; inversely, the impact of C-reactive protein was more relevant in PASS achievers. At multivariate analysis, pain and PGA were significantly associated with PASS.
Conclusions. In our cohort, Jakinibs allowed an early achievement of PASS in a great percentage of RA patients. PASS is strictly dependent on PGA and pain and could suggest, early in the management of RA patients, therapeutic success.
Septic arthritis of the symphysis pubis in a 16-year-old girl
Authors: Alfroukh Khadeejeh , Salim Firas , Abuhashem Shadi , Qafeesha Yousef , Shaheen Hadeel Hani , Huseein Bara’ah M. , Atawnah Saed I.
Published: November 2024

Septic arthritis of the symphysis pubis is a rare condition. Commonly affected groups include athletes who participate in sports requiring forceful hip adduction, females in third-trimester pregnancy or after gynecological procedures, patients with pelvic malignancy, and intravenous drug users. The most common causative agents are Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, with the infection being polymicrobial in many cases. We report such a case in a 16-year-old girl who presented with pelvic pain for 2 months with no history of trauma. This case highlights the clinical implications of septic arthritis of the symphysis pubis, emphasizing the importance of awareness for accurate diagnosis and informed clinical decision-making. Understanding this rare condition is crucial for providing appropriate medical care and navigating potential complications in affected individuals. We will also discuss current knowledge of this condition’s epidemiology and microbiology and outline the recommended practices for investigation and treatment.
Hematological profile and its correlation with reverse transcription–polymerase chain reaction-based serial quantitative detection of BCR-ABL in chronic myeloid leukemia patients at a referral cancer center
Authors: Pandey Vanita , Chaudhuri Tamojit , Upadhyay Amitabh , Chowdhury Somshankar , Mitra Sujata
Published: November 2024

BACKGROUND:

There are variations in the hematological profile among the Indian population affected with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). The range of white blood cell count (WBC) was 0.46 × 109/mm3 to 1.86 × 109/mm3. Similarly, range for hemoglobin was 9–11 g/dl. WBC count can be as low as 0.18 × 109/mm3 even though CML is a myeloproliferative disorder.

OBJECTIVE:

The objective of this study was to correlate BCR-ABL expression with the hematological and myeloid proliferative parameters.

METHODS:

The present study was a single-center, hospital-based follow-up study among 66 cases of CML. The sample of patients was analyzed for BCR-ABL gene expression; hematological parameters and myeloid proliferative parameters such as band forms, myelocytes, metamyelocytes, and blast were also measured. Some patients reported twice, some thrice, and the total count after all follow-up for all 66 cases was 179.

RESULTS:

The mean age was 43.15 years. Men were more than women with male-to-female ratio of 1.6:1. The mean hemoglobin was lesser at 10.8 g/dl. Median total count was normal at 5610 (interquartile range = 2750) per μl. Mean neutrophils, lymphocytes, monocytes, basophils, and platelets were normal. The eosinophil count was raised. The BCR-ABL gene expression was positively and significantly correlated with total count. It was negatively and significantly correlated with lymphocytes and monocytes. It was not correlated with other hematological parameters. All the myeloid proliferative parameters, namely, band forms, myelocytes, metamyelocytes, and blast, were positively and significantly correlated with BCR-ABL gene expression.

CONCLUSION:

Total count and all myeloid proliferative parameters were positively and significantly correlated with BCR-ABL gene expression. Lymphocytes and monocytes were negatively correlated. These parameters can be used to track the disease progression in patients with CML.