bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
APPROACHES TO SMART CITIES DEVELOPMENT
Authors:   Institute for Regional Economic Studies Russian Academy of Sciences, Dorofeeva Lyudmila Vladimirovna , Nazarova Evgeniya A. ,   Institute for Regional Economic Studies Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: December 2024

The development of smart cities in regional development is increasingly becoming one of the most important strategies to mitigate the problems arising from rapid urbanization and economic development in certain industries. The main goals and objectives of the study were identified based on the analysis of programs for the formation of smart cities around the world. During the analysis of the experience of the development of smart cities, general provisions were identified in the tran-sition to the concept of a smart city, outlined in the goals and objectives of the development of urban agglomerations. A description of the directions and approaches for the study of a smart city and the practical consequences of the successful development of smart cities for all interested actors: gov-ernment officials, enterprises, businesses and the public regarding the consequences of the develop-ment of this concept is proposed.
使用契比雪夫T型阻抗轉換器設計4x1毫米波天線陣列
Authors: 陳居毓 陳居毓 , Chu-Yu Chen 邱漢鑫
Published: December 2024

以契比雪夫多級阻抗匹配器(Chebyshev Multi-stage Matching Transformer)去設計功率分配器(Power Divider)，使用多段式微帶線研製24GHz多層T型架構來實現超寬頻之功率分配器。此寬頻功率分配器可以調整天線陣列中的電流分佈，使得天線陣列的增益級指向性能大幅提高。除此之外，亦能降低天線陣列的旁波束與減少天線的交叉極化，在這可以應用於高解析度之車用雷達。本文中功率分配器可以將以等功率均勻輸出至4x1天線陣列之輸入埠，T型功率分配器之中心頻率設計在24GHz，以50Ω的饋入線結合雙臂步階T型阻抗轉換器、饋入T型阻抗轉換器及契比雪夫多級阻抗轉換器來進行比較。這三種不同T型阻抗轉換器操作在24GHz，其-10dB頻寬皆超過29GHz，HFSS模擬結果顯示，4x1天線陣列迴波損耗-10dB頻帶範圍為24.49 ~24.94GHz，頻帶寬度450MHz與最小電壓駐波比VSWR為1.13，最大反射回損為-23.72dB。主波束最高增益值為8.75dBi，第一旁波束之最大增益值為-11.67dBi，主波束與旁波束差約為20.47dB，主波束範圍角度約-35°~ 27.02°。

 

The Chebyshev Multi-stage Matching Transformer implemented inside the power divider is used to modify the current distribution of the output ports and improve the directivity of the antenna array. The amplitude of the first side lobes is further reduced. In this paper, a millimeter waves 24 GHz 4x1 antenna array based on the ultra-wide Chebyshev type power divider is designed and simulated. It is observed that the designed antenna array have operation bandwidth of 450MHz (from 24.49 to 24.94GHz) and minimum VSWR of 1.13. The magnitude discrepancy between the main lobe and the first side lobe is about 20.47dB. The E-plane half-power beam width is 62° (from -35° to 27.02°).

 
مستوى مهارات تحليل النصوص الأدبية لدى طلبة قسم اللغة العربية بكليات التربية في الجامعات اليمنية وعلاقتها بميولهم الشعرية
Authors: الضيفي* د. سليم محمد عبد الله
Published: December 2024

استهدفت  الدراسة التعرف على مستوى مهارات تحليل النصوص الأدبية لطلبة قسم اللغة العربية بكليات التربية في الجامعات اليمنية وعلاقتها بميولهم الشعرية، ولتحقيق ذلك قام الباحث بإعداد أداتين هما: الأولى اختبار تحليل النصوص الأدبية, الثانية: مقياس الميول الشعرية، و تم تطبيقهما على طلبة قسم اللغة العربية بكليات التربية المستوى الرابع في جامعات (صنعاء-الحديدة- ذمار)، وبلغ جحم العينة (40) طالباً وطالبة، وتم تحليل البيانات إحصائياَ، وتبين  أن مستوى طلبة قسم اللغة العربية بكليات التربية بالجامعات اليمنية في تحليل النصوص الأدبية ضعيف  بمتوسط حسابي (1.6789) وبانحراف معياري (22643. ) بصورة كلية لمكونات تحليل النص الأدبي.) وأن مستوى الميول الشعرية لديهم جيد بمتوسط حسابي (2.9374) وبانحراف معياري (68693.)، ولا توجد علاقة ارتباط بين مستوى مهارات تحليل النصوص الأدبية لطلبة قسم اللغة العربية وميولهم الشعرية.
درجة تطبيق قادة المدارس الحكومية في فلسطين لمعايير تكنولوجيا التعليم
Authors: القطب* مياسة يوسف , الحسنات** أسيل سعيد جبرين
Published: December 2024

هدفت الدراسة الحالية إلى الكشف عن درجة تطبيق قادة المدارس الحكومية في فلسطين لمعايير تكنولوجيا التعليم، ولتحقيق هذا الهدف استخدمت الباحثتان المنهج الوصفي التحليلي؛ إذ قامتا بتطوير استبانة للمعايير التكنولوجية لقادة المدارس تكونت من (5) معايير اشتملت على (56) مؤشراً؛ معيار المساواة والمواطنة الرقمية ويتضمن (7) مؤشرات، معیار الرؤية والخطط الاستراتيجية ويتضمن (16) مؤشراً، معيار تكوين الثقافة التكنولوجية في البيئة المدرسية ويتضمن (9) مؤشرات، معيار تصميم الأنظمة والموارد ويتضمن (12) مؤشراً، ومعيار التعلم المهني المستمر ويتضمن (12) مؤشراً. تكون مجتمع الدراسة من جميع المعلمين والمعلمات العاملين في المدارس الحكومية في المحافظات الشمالية في فلسطين في العام الدراسي (2023\2024)، وتكونت العينة البالغ عددها (214) معلماً ومعلمة، تم اختيارهم بطريقة العينة العشوائية المتيسرة. وقد كشفت نتائج الدراسة بأن درجة تطبيق قادة المدارس لمعايير تكنولوجيا التعليم جاءت بدرجة متوسطة على مستوى المعايير مجتمعة، وعلى مستوى كل معيار على حدة. كما أظهرت النتائج عدم وجود فروق في درجة تطبيق قادة المدارس المعايير تكنولوجيا التعليم من وجهة نظر المعلمين، تبعاً لمتغير الجنس، والخبرة، والمؤهل العلمي.
أثر إحصائي المطابقة وأقصى معلومات والخطأ المعياري في تقدير الصعوبة على الأداء التفاضلي للفقرة باستخدام النموذج الثلاثي المعلم 3PLM
Authors: الخضر* أ .محمد محمد عتيق , البرصان** أ.د. إسماعيل سلامة
Published: December 2024

هدفت الدراسة إلى تقصي أثر إحصائي المطابقة وأقصى معلومات والخطأ المعياري في تقدير الصعوبة باستخدام النموذج الثلاثي المعلم ((3PLM على الأداء التفاضلي للفقرة، باستخدام طريقة نسبة الأَرْجَحِية  (Likelihood-Ratio)في نظرية الاستجابة للفقرة، باستخدام المنهج الوصفي التحليلي الارتباطي، على عينة تكونت من (2245) طالباً وطالبةً بالمرحلة الثانوية في محافظة ذمار، تم اختيارهم بالطريقة الطبقية العشوائية، على اختبار كاتل للذكاء "المقياس الثالث الصورة (أ)"، تم التحقق من افتراضات نظرية الاستجابة للفقرة، وتم استخراج معالم الفقرات بالنموذج الثلاثي ((3PLM لمتغيرات الدراسة المقاسة ببرنامج Xcalibre، وإحصائي الأداء التفاضلي (DIF Statistic) بطريقة نسبة الأَرْجَحِية (Likelihood-Ratio) باستخدام برنامج IRTLRDIF))، وتم استخدام معامل ارتباط إيتا(Eta) ، والانحدار اللوجستي الثنائي (Binary Logistic) ، باستخدام برنامج (SPSS.V24)، وقد توصلت الدراسة إلى أنه توجد علاقة دالة إِحْصَائِيَاً عند مستوى (.01&.05) بين ظهور مؤشر الأداء التفاضلي للفقرة ومتغيرات الدراسة باستخدام النموذج الثلاثي المعلم ((3PLM، إذ بلغت (.316 - .351 - .201) بالترتيب، وهي معاملات ارتباط طردية ضعيفة ومتوسطة، توجد قدرة تنبؤية لمتغير أقصى معلومات للفقرة، فيما لا توجد قدرة تنبؤية لمتغيري إحصائي المطابقة والخطأ المعياري في تقدير صعوبة الفقرة، بالأداء التفاضلي للفقرة بطريقة نسبة الأَرْجَحِية Likelihood-Ratio)) في نظرية الاستجابة للفقرة.
استخدام النموذج اللوجستي رباعي المعلمة في تطوير مقياس للذكاء الوجداني لدى طالبات جامعة القصيم
Authors: الصمعاني* رهام عبدالرحمن
Published: December 2024

هدفت الدراسة تطوير مقياس للذكاء الوجداني باستخدام النموذج اللوجستي رباعي المعلمة لدى طالبات جامعة القصيم. وذلك استناداً على نموذج القدرة العقلية والمقترح من قِبل Mayer & Salovey، ويحتوي على أربع مكونات رئيسية وهي: الادراك والتقييم والتعبير عن العواطف والانفعالات، والتيسير الوجداني للتفكير، والقدرة على فهم الانفعال، والقدرة على تنظيم الانفعالات لتعزيز النمو الوجداني والفكري. وتم صياغة 74 مفردة للمقياس تقيس هذه المكونات، وأصبح بعد التحكيم (57) مفردة، وطُبق على عينة متاحة عرضية حجمها (1403) طالبة، واظهرت النتائج فعالية النموذج اللوجستي رباعي المعلمة في مطابقة استجابات العينة على المقياس، وحصوله على مؤشرات عالية للصدق والثبات، ومعاملات تخمين منخفضه، وكشفت نتائج اختبار مربع كاي مطابقة مفردات المقياس في صورته النهائية للنموذج اللوجستي رباعي المعلمة، وانخفاض الأخطاء المعيارية للتقدير. وهذا يعكس دقة المقياس وفعالية النموذج اللوجستي رباعي المعلمة في تقدير قدرات الطالبات ذوي القدرة المنخفضة والمتوسطة، إلا أن دقته أقل في تقدير قدرات ذوي القدرة المرتفعة والمرتفعة جداً في الذكاء الوجداني، وتم تدريج المقياس النهائي على 46 فقرة بعد استبعاد المفردات السالبة، وذات التشبعات غير الدالة.
A Bilingual Dataset for Testing Web Probing in the US and India: The Example of Measures of Environmental Concern
Authors: Arts Ingrid , Van de Schoot Rens , Meitinger Katharina
Published: December 2024

To assess the feasibility of web probing in India, we conducted a study with different probing questions and a survey experiment in India and the US on the topic of environmental concern. The survey was available in English in both countries and in Hindi in India. The data was collected from December 2022 until May 2023 using the crowdsourcing platform Amazon MTurk. This resulted in 512 respondents from the US and 740 from India (English: 387 respondents, Hindi: 353 respondents). The data provides crucial insights into the performance of web probing outside the Western context and the comparability of measures of environmental concern.
Estruturalismo Linguístico: Análise das Dicotomias Saussureanas aplicadas à Língua Brasileira de Sinais (LIBRAS)
Authors: Evangelista de Santana Orleane , Alves Cláudia Lúcia
Published: December 2024

Este estudo dedutivo, bibliográfico, qualitativo, descritivo e exploratório apresenta uma abordagem do Estruturalismo Linguístico de Ferdinand de Saussure, e tem como objetivo principal fazer uma análise das dicotomias saussureanas aplicadas à Língua Brasileira de Sinais (LIBRAS), o que possibilitará mais conhecimento sobre a estrutura desta língua. O método estruturalista parte do princípio de que, ao se conhecer a base estrutural que constitui um objeto ou fenômeno de estudo, torna-se possível compreender como o conhecimento se dá naquela área, resultando daí conhecimento científico. Saussure criou uma série de pares dicotômicos - língua/fala, sincronia/diacronia, sintagma/paradigma, significante/significado e arbitrariedade/motivação, os quais, na sua concepção, era a forma racional que o estudo linguístico deveria assumir. Este estudo buscará resposta para a seguinte questão norteadora: Em que medida o Estruturalismo Linguístico, no âmbito das dicotomias saussureanas, pode contribuir para a descrição da Língua Brasileira de Sinais contribuindo para a legitimidade desta língua?  E tem como hipótese de trabalho, a crença de que é possível a descrição linguística da Libras a partir das dicotomias saussereanas, sendo que essa análise muito contribuirá para um melhor conhecimento desta língua, cujos estudos investigativos, exploratórios e explicativos ainda são muitos tímidos e incipientes. Logo, descrever a Libras, a partir das dicotomias as quais Saussure elegeu como princípios inerentes a todas as línguas muito contribuirá para a ampliação da compreensão desta língua em seu plano teórico, o que é imprescindível para o seu desenvolvimento e reconhecimento, como língua natural, estando sujeita, assim como as demais, a todo e qualquer tipo de análise linguística.
Considerações sobre la langue e conceitos articulados na pesquisa brasileira contemporânea
Authors: De Andrade Ferreira Lier De Vitto Maria Francisca
Published: December 2024

O artigo parte da afirmação de que Saussure foi um homem de fundamentos, alguém que não só interrogou a prática de pesquisa dos estudiosos de seu tempo, como, acima de tudo, construiu um raciocínio linguístico inusitado, admitido como novidade radical. Este artigo fala em favor da importância de sustentação do compromisso da diferença que seu pensamento introduz, que tem em la langue ponto central. Nesta perspectiva, a grade articulada de conceitos, presente em sua obra, deve ser examinada à luz desse eixo nodal, lembrando que la langue nada retém das tradições gramatical, filológica ou filosófica precedentes (De Lemos et. alii., 2003; Lier-DeVitto, 2018; Lier-DeVitto e Arantes, 2020; Silveira, 2022;). O trabalho de desconstrução do signo filosófico e a construção gráfica e nocional do signo linguístico é exemplar a este respeito.  A escrita cientifica deste último, afirma Lacan (1957, 1970), inscreve a Linguística no domínio da ciência moderna. Neste trabalho busco avançar argumentos, em favor do que levanto acima, e tratar de incidências da referida “novidade saussuriana” em trabalhos nacionais, que mantêm diálogo aberto com autores como Jean-Claude Milner, Jacques Lacan e Giorgio Agamben.
Saussure na Era da IA: Modelagem semântica de Word Embeddings à luz da Teoria do Valor (TdV)
Authors: Giamarusti Leonardo
Published: December 2024

Este estudo explora a relação entre a Teoria do Valor (TdV) de Ferdinand de Saussure e a modelagem semântica dos Word Embeddings (WE), especialmente através da Semântica Distribucional (SD). Neste trabalho, propomos analisar alguns frameworks de embeddings de palavras gerados pelo modelo Word2Vec, buscando possíveis articulações entre a TdV e a captura de significados em modelos de linguagem baseados na Semântica Distribucional. Partindo da hipótese de que a noção de valor em Saussure reside nas relações de semelhança e dessemelhança entre um signo e sua totalidade sistêmica, objetivamos demonstrar que este mesmo princípio em torno do valor linguístico parece também estar presente na Semântica Distribucional, preconizada pelos linguistas Z. Harris, nos EUA, e J. R. Firth, na Inglaterra, em meados da década de 50. Nesse sentido, apresentamos alguns indícios de que, tal qual Saussure, a SD também parte das relações do sistema para propor uma teoria da significação na língua. Essa teoria, por sua vez, tem sido amplamente aplicada no Processamento de Linguagem Natural para a modelagem semântica de WE, o que possibilita discussões acerca da possível pertinência do saussurianismo para o desenvolvimento de novas técnicas de PLN no século XXI.
Saussure na pós-graduação: aspectos teóricos e epistemológicos
Authors: Henriques Stefania Montes , Moreira Marques Allana Cristina
Published: December 2024

Nos últimos anos, percebeu-se, no Brasil, um aumento de pesquisas, no âmbito da pós-graduação, voltadas para o estudo da teoria saussuriana. No início do século XXI, iniciou-se a organização de grupos de pesquisa e estudos que contemplavam tanto aspectos relacionados à natureza dos manuscritos saussurianos, quanto aspectos teóricos e epistemológicos das elaborações de Ferdinand de Saussure. Nesse contexto, este trabalho se propõe a realizar um levantamento das teses e dissertações defendidas em Programas de Pós-Graduação em Linguística nos últimos vinte e quatro anos, com o intuito de verificar as diferentes abordagens conceituais e epistemológicas da fortuna saussuriana no Brasil. Parte-se de duas questões principais para se analisar as teses e dissertações: a primeira consiste em se perguntar sobre os motivos pelos quais houve um aumento significativo de pesquisas sobre a fortuna saussuriana no Brasil; e a segunda, por sua vez, diz respeito à existência ou não de especificidades nas pesquisas brasileiras em relação àquelas desenvolvidas em outros países, principalmente na França. Objetivamos, dessa forma, realizar uma vista d’olhos sobre o que vem sendo produzido no Brasil, para que seja possível, ao menos preliminarmente, indicar a direção dos estudos saussurianos no país.
Removere et relinquere
Authors: Söchting Herrera Julio
Published: December 2024

San Alberto Magno es relevante para investigar la teología mística como la parte de la teología que extrema la comprensión de la desproporción entre Dios y el hombre. Su familiaridad con la teoría de las ciencias de Aristóteles, su talante metafísico –proveniente de Platón a través de la lectura del Pseudo-Dionisio–, su hondura mística, teológica y pastoral, lo sitúan en una inmejorable posición para establecer un estudio sistemático del tema místico. Esta empresa se lleva a cabo en su comentario sobre la Teología Mística del Pseudo-Dionisio. El objeto de esta comunicación es abordar el problema de la teología mística como saber en la compleja relación entre lo que se debe “remover” (removere) de nuestro discurso sobre Dios para que la teología mística sea verdadera mística y lo que debe “permanecer” (relinquere) en nosotros para que sea verdadera teología como ciencia.
The role of pharmacogenomics in personalized medicine: A focus on drug metabolism
Authors: Alsuwaileh Ali Nasser , Ibrahim Ibrahim Abdulaziz , Aljaloud Hammad Abdullah , Aljadeedi Abdullah Khalifah , Alyami Saeed Hassan , Alrashed Abdulaziz Hussain Mohammed
Published: December 2024

Background: The conventional model of drug treatment may involve set protocols of drug use and not the currently variegated pharmacology patterns due to mutations in drug metabolism enzymes. But recent innovations in pharmacogenomics have provided new insight on feeds and processing of drugs through genetic and environment components that present a more divergent view of treatment. Aim: The purpose of this study is to understand drug metabolism specificity in the framework of individualized medicine and its potential to enhance the efficacy and safety of a drug due to genetic and lifestyle differences. Methods: A literature search was performed to compare the effects of genetic variations and environment as to drug metabolism. The research also focuses at how the pharmacogenomics testing is used in developing the custom drug therapies. Results: major impact in the rate of metabolism of drugs along with their effectiveness and toxicity. Of course, assessing health-promoting behaviours that include diet and physical activity, or the lack of thereof, as well as others, can strongly impact therapeutic success. Conclusion: Potential for manufactured Meal is its ability to highlight the vests in drug metabolism that are crucial for finding personalized treatments.
Rhapidogyna nom. nov., a replacement name for Rhabdogyna Rosa & Melo (Hymenoptera, Apoidea)
Authors: Rosa Brunno B. , Melo Gabriel A. R.
Published: December 2024

Rhapidogyna nom. nov. is proposed as a replacement name for Rhabdogyna Rosa & Melo, 2024 (Hymenoptera, Apoidea) due to its homonymy with Rhabdogyna Millidge, 1985.
The Causal Association Between Blood Metabolites and Ovarian Cancer: Mendelian Randomization Study
Authors: Zhu Lin , Lu Huimin , Hou Yanfeng , Jin Yi , Yu Xinghao , Wang Lijuan
Published: December 2024

Objective: Ovarian cancer is closely related to human metabolism, but the causal effect of serum metabolites on its occurrence and development is still unknown.

Methods: Based on the publicly available Genome-Wide Association Studies (GWAS) abstract data set, this study used two-sample Mendelian randomization (MR) to determine the causal metabolites associated with ovarian cancer, and a comprehensive sensitivity analysis was used to verify the accuracy of the results. Finally, the metabolic pathway analysis of the causal metabolites that may affect the risk of ovarian cancer was carried out.

Results: Based on the summary level of the GWAS data set, the MR method was first used to identify 17 metabolites that are highly correlated with the risk of ovarian cancer, 16 of which are related to ovarian cancer subtypes. Further sensitivity analysis excluded the influence of heterogeneity and horizontal pleiotropy, and confirmed the causal effects of 9 metabolites. Metabolic pathway analysis shows that tryptophan metabolic pathway may play a key role in invasive epithelial ovarian cancer, alanine, aspartic acid and glutamate metabolism, citrate cycle, glyoxylic acid and dicarboxylate Metabolism is closely related to mucinous ovarian cancer, and caffeine metabolism can affect the occurrence and development of low-grade potential ovarian cancer.

Conclusion: This study comprehensively assessed the influence of blood metabolites on the risk of ovarian cancer and its different subtypes through genetic methods.
Assessment of Crop Combination in Ramanagara District
Authors:   Student, Department of Geography & Geoinformatics, Bangalore University, Bengaluru, Karnataka, Pavithra R , Kumar R Shiva , Surendra P
Published: December 2024

The studies of crop combination regions constitute an important aspect of agricultural geography as it provides a good basis for agricultural regeneration. Through different regions may have different climate and soil conditions and objectives of the study are to find out the crop combination regions of Ramanagara District. The important objectives are to study the principal crops and ranking of crops in Ramanagara District to find out the Weavers and Reffullahs crop combination regions in Ramanagara District. The data collected were processed and analyzed by using districts statistics the results are cartographically represented Weavers (1954), Doi’s crop combinational analysis and Rafiullah’s (1956) maximum deviation method of crop combination analysis. Were applied and crop combination regions of Ramanagara District is brought out through using MapInfo, GIS software modules. The analysis shows that there is no diversification of cropping pattern in most if the districts of Ramanagara District expect the centre and south part of the state. The crop like ragi, mulberry, coconuts and pulses constituted as two and tree crops region in Ramanagara District.

Keywords: Crops ranking, Crop combination
A Geospatial Assessment of Land Use Land Cover Changes in Mysuru Taluk
Authors:   Research Scholar, Department of Studies in Geography, University of Mysore, Mysuru, Sushmitha S , Chandrashekara B
Published: December 2024

The research places its emphasis on comprehending the intricacies and fluctuations in the utilization and coverage of land in Mysuru Taluk, a locale nestled in the southern reaches of India. The study uses Sentinel-2 multitemporal satellite data from the Esri to examine land dynamics in Mysuru Taluk between 2017 and 2022, employing ArcMap software for mapping and statistical techniques for quantifying variations in land cover categories such as built-up areas, agricultural land, and water bodies. The investigation endeavors to pinpoint the catalysts that have influenced the transformation of land utilization in this area, which encompasses the realms of urbanization, agricultural practices, and environmental shifts. The findings of this study unveil a decline in shrublands and agricultural land, while simultaneously witnessing an upsurge in vegetation and urbanized areas within Mysuru Taluk, spanning the years from 2017 to 2022. The dwindling of shrublands and agricultural land can be ascribed to alterations in natural vegetation patterns, land management methodologies, and land use policies, particularly those related to urbanization. Conversely, the augmentation of vegetation and urbanized areas signifies an escalating inclination towards afforestation, conservation endeavors, population expansion, and urban development within this region.

Keywords

Land use and land cover changes, Mysuru Taluk, LULC classification, Urban regions, Agricultural land, Natural habitats, Geographical information systems (GIS), Built­ up areas, Afforestation initiatives, Conservation efforts
Analysis of the Relationship Between Clean and Healthy Environment and Human Health in India
Authors:   Student, University Law College, Department of Studies in Law, Bangalore University, Bangalore, Jamuna M C , Vishwanath Jyothi
Published: December 2024

The environment is a crucial and fundamental component for all life on earth. Article 21 of the Indian Constitution recognizes the right to live in a pollution-free environment and as a result, numerous laws have been passed with the aim of ensuring that everyone has access to a clean and healthy environment. Judiciary has played a major role in the formation and protection of various environmental policies. The question of whether the right to a clean and healthy environment (part of Article 21) was examined in the case of Subhash Kumar v. State of Bihar (1991 AIR 420) in which it was held that this right is part of Article 21. All life on earth depends on air, water, and land as essential components. It is believed that a healthy atmosphere promotes good health. Therefore, The United Nations declares that everyone has the right to a clean and healthy environment. According to the World bank-2022 report, India placed 168 out of 180 in the environment performance index, which is measured on multiple indicators such as environment, health, climate, air pollution, and sanitation. The development of any country is dependent on the country's utilization of resources in a sustainable manner. We require a pollution-free environment to live a good life. Only fresh air to breathe, pure water to drink, and other fundamental necessities will keep a person healthy. Individuals and groups have not only the right but also the obligation to conserve and improve the environment. This research paper attempts to analyze the problems with respect to clean and healthy environment and its impact on human health.

Keywords

Indian Constitution, Environment, Human health, Government Policies
GIS Based Integrated Vulnerability Assessment of Konkan Coastal Stretch between Bankot and Dabhol Creeks, Maharashtra
Authors:   Research Scholar, Dept. of Geography, Sir Parashurambhau College, Pune, 411 030, Maharashtra, India, Chavan Mithilesh N
Published: December 2024

In the present research work, an attempt has been made to assess the coastal vulnerability of the Konkan stretch between Bankot and Dabhol creeks, Maharashtra, using GIS and various sources of geospatial data. The study area comprises the coast of Mandangad and Dapoli tahsils in the northern part of Ratnagiri district. The study area is bounded by two west flowing rivers debouching into the Arabian Sea viz.: Savitri River in the north and Vashishti River in the south. The study area is a part of Western Ghats and coastal plains agroecological region. The tropical cyclones in the Arabian Sea in recent years have stressed the importance of assessing the vulnerability of coastal areas to flooding and inundation. The coastline of Ratnagiri district, which has many beaches, tourism places, fishing villages, ports and towns, has been facing risk from cyclones, floods and erosion. The major objective of the present work is analysis and integration of physical variables with socio-economic variables to assess the coastal vulnerability. The physical coastal vulnerability index (PCVI) parameters are coastal geomorphology, shoreline changes, coastal slope, sea level rise rate, significant wave height and tidal range. The socio-economic coastal vulnerability index (SCVI) parameters are population density, coastal land use, coastal roads and economic activities. A composite coastal vulnerability index (CCVI) based on physical and socio-economic parameters has been calculated for every coastal segment, which reveals the overall coastal vulnerability. A coastal zone management action plan has been prepared to mark the coastal segments requiring higher priority for coastal protection viz.: Harnai-Paj Pandhari beach (No Development Zone under CRZ-IIIA), Murud village, Dabhol (Vashishti River mouth), etc. Ecologically sensitive areas viz. turtle nesting grounds, mangrove swamps, etc. have also been analyzed. The coastal vulnerability map is useful in decision-making for disaster management and integrated coastal zone management.

Keywords: Erosion; PCVI; SCVI; CCVI; GIS
Analysing the Shoreline Dynamics Along the Southern Coastal Region of Kerala: A Case Study of Kollam District in Kerala
Authors:   Department of Geography, Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit, Kalady, Ernakulam, 683574, Kerala, India, Vasanthakumari Athulya Raveendran Pillai , Simpson Lancelet Thankom , Reju R G , Pillai Rengith Rajan
Published: December 2024

Shoreline change is considered to be a serious issue because of the changing nature of oceans and its influence on people and land. The vital term shoreline can be defined as the rate at which shore gets worn or accreted due to wave action, sea level-rise or any supplementary hazards and processes that affect the land. All the natural processes are conserved to attain their equilibrium, coast as a physical feature is always in a dynamic state trying to change, and nature continually works for preserving its balance. The coastal regions of India are specified with varied ecosystem, high productivity and thickly populated, has increased its very own importance. The coastal areas are subjected to vulnerable hazards, and it affects the coastal community and its geomorphic features. The present study has been conducted along the coastal areas of southern Kerala, especially Kollam district with the help of multi- temporal satellite images of the years 1973, 1988, 2002, 2018 and 2022. The Digital Shoreline Analysis System (DSAS) technique is used for calculating the coastal erosion and accretion rates. The present study focuses on the pre and post tsunami effects and major and minor erosion and accretion occurred in Kollam. Tsunami is a series of waves caused by an earthquake, underwater volcanic eruption, landslide or other abrupt disturbances. The Indian Ocean tsunami of December 26, 2004, not only affected the Bay of Bengal coast of India, but also hit into the Arabian Sea coast with major damages in Kerala. Destructive waves were occurred through tsunami, and it has made changes in the coastal geomorphology. The study could be analyzed micro level shoreline change rate due to tsunami effects in association with anthropogenic activities occurred in the coastal areas of Kollam district.

Keywords

Digital Shoreline Analysis System (DSAS), Coastal Erosion, Accretion, Tsunami
Artificial neural networks for classifying the productive capacity of a forest stand in the Jari region, western Pará
Authors: Gama Natally Celestino , Figueiredo Lívia Thais Moreira de , Araújo Júnior Carlos A. , Leão Fábio Miranda , Nava Raiana Arnaud , Souza Deivison Venicio , Menezes Marlon Costa de
Published: December 2024

The growth and production of a forest stand depend on indicators such as the site's productive capacity, which can be defined as the site's potential to produce wood, or another product in each location, for a given species or clone. This study compared traditional methods and artificial neural networks in the classification of the productive capacity of sites in Eucalyptus urograndis plantations located in the Jari region, western Pará state. For this, 593 permanent circular plots of 500 m² each were randomized, where 38,072 trees were monitored annually from 2013 to 2017. In each plot, the diameter at the height of 1.30 from the ground (DBH, in cm) and the total height (Ht, in meters) of nine trees were measured. Three traditional methods were evaluated: guide-curve method (GC), difference equation method (DE), and parameter prediction method (PP). The statistical criteria used to assess the quality of the classification were: BIAS (%), mean squared error (RMSE (%)), and Pearson correlation coefficient (r). Artificial neural networks were superior to traditional methods, indicating the potential of the algorithm to model the productive capacity of a site for forest stands.
Patologias na contrução civil: um estudo de caso
Authors: Caldas Welton da Silva , Oliveira Thális Brito , Pimenta Lucas Jesus Leal , Pimenta Amanda Maria Leal , Delvaux Júnior Nelson de Abreu
Published: December 2024

O crescimento acelerado da construção civil provocou a necessidade de inovações que trouxeram, em si, a aceitação implícita de maiores riscos. Aceitos estes riscos, a progressão do desenvolvimento tecnológico aconteceu naturalmente, e, com ela, o aumento do conhecimento sobre estruturas e materiais, em particular através do estudo e análise dos erros acontecidos, que resultaram em deterioração precoce ou em acidentes. Apesar disto tudo, constata-se que algumas estruturas acabam por ter desempenho insatisfatório, confrontando-as com os objetivos aos quais se propunham. O objetivo deste trabalho foi estudar as manifestações patológicas nos quesitos mecânicos/químicos e físicos em uma residência no Município de Janaúba/MG. A metodologia utilizada para o desenvolvimento deste trabalho foi inicialmente uma pesquisa bibliográfica, seguida do estudo de caso descritivo e exploratório, abrangendo abordagens específicas e com coletas de dados junto ao ambiente. A partir do Resultado da pesquisa, foi possível detectar que a residência apresentou várias degradações do revestimento no exterior e interior do imóvel, o que provocou a interdição do imóvel por risco de desabamento e desmoronamento. Portanto, conclui-se, diante dos dados levantados observados “in loco” e com base nas imagens apresentadas neste trabalho, além da recomendação pelo Corpo de Bombeiro da retirada imediata dos moradores do imóvel, por apresentar grande risco de colapso da estrutura, que todos esses fatores apareceram devido à falta de fiscalização por conta do Engenheiro Civil responsável, uma vez que os maiores problemas foram apresentados na fundação da construção
Projeto e montagem de andaime de escoramento temporário: um estudo de caso em um transportador de correia de uma indústria de mineração
Authors: Rocha César Rodrigues da , Gomes Felipe Henrique de Oliveira , Guimarães Glauciane Kesley Meireles , Gonçalves Josimar Carvalho , Gandra Lara Gabrielle Pereira , Simões Pedro Henrique Eustáquio , Viana Harley Francisco
Published: December 2024

Andaimes desempenham um papel fundamental nas obras de construção civil, sendo estruturas temporárias que proporcionam suporte e segurança para a execução de atividades em locais elevados. Esses equipamentos são amplamente empregados em uma variedade de serviços, incluindo manutenção, reparos, pintura e escoramento de estruturas comprometidas. Este trabalho apresenta um estudo de caso focado no desenvolvimento de um projeto e montagem de andaime de escoramento temporário para sustentar um transportador de correia comprometido em uma indústria de mineração. O projeto de escoramento foi elaborado visando garantir a segurança da estrutura e dos trabalhadores durante a manutenção. O estudo abrange todas as etapas, desde o levantamento de dados, elaboração da memória de cálculo até a execução e montagem do escoramento, seguindo rigorosamente as normas técnicas aplicáveis. O resultado destaca a importância de um projeto de escoramento adequado para suportar as cargas aplicadas e garantir a continuidade das operações diárias no local de trabalho de forma segura.
Interações de propaquizafop com bentazon e florpyrauxifen-benzyl em Oryza sativa e Echinochloa colona
Authors: Mario Rafaella Boemo , Ulguim André da Rosa , Avila Neto Roberto Costa , Campos Paulo Vitor , Corrêa Arícia Ritter , Brandão Victor Giacomelli , Flores Luana Campagnolo , Binotto Josinei dos Santos
Published: December 2024

O arroz-daninho (Oryza sativa) e o capim-arroz (Echinochloa spp.) se destacam como plantas daninhas no arroz irrigado, com casos de resistência a herbicidas. A mistura de herbicidas no tanque de pulverização é necessária para o controle dessas espécies, cujos inibidores da acetil coenzima-A carboxilase (ACCase) são muito utilizados. O objetivo deste trabalho foi determinar as doses de controle e a interação dos herbicidas bentazon e florpyrauxifen-benzyl em mistura com o propaquizafop para Oryza sativa e Echinochloa colona utilizando o método de isobolograma. Foram realizados 6 experimentos, primeiramente curvas de dose-resposta dos herbicidas bentazon, florpyrauxifen e propaquizafop para arroz-daninho e capim-arroz e testando 10 doses. Os dados foram ajustados no modelo logístico de quatro parâmetros para obtenção do parâmetro ED50 (dose que proporciona 50% de redução da massa seca), a partir do qual foram definidas as doses para os isobologramas. Foram realizados 3 isobologramas, sendo que cada isobolograma continha 35 tratamentos, contendo cinco proporções em mistura (100:0, 75:20; 50:50; 25:75; 0:100) de propaquizafop:bentazon/florpyrauxifen e sete doses dos herbicidas a partir da ED50 obtida previamente para cada herbicida. A análise estatística foi realizada utilizando o software R, com o pacote drc. Para as curvas de dose-resposta os dados foram ajustados ao modelo sigmoidal logístico de quatro parâmetros, já para os isobologramas as proporções de cada variável foram submetidas ao teste de falta-de-ajuste (p≥0,05). As curvas de dose-resposta para os herbicidas propaquizafop, florpyrauxifen e bentazon ajustaram-se ao modelo e foi obtida a ED50 para cada planta daninha. Para arroz-daninho com a mistura de propaquizafop e florpyrauxifen, todas as interações foram aditivas. Na mistura de propaquizafop com florpyrauxifen para o controle de capim-arroz, as interações variaram com a proporção dos dois herbicidas na mistura, sendo sinérgica, antagônica e aditiva para as proporções 25:75, 50:50, 75:25 de propaquizafop:florpyrauxifen, respectivamente. As interações de propaquizafop podem variar de acordo com a proporção de cada herbicida na mistura e a espécie daninha.
Plataforma JLCIC para inclusão digital na APAE de Criciúma
Authors: Antunes Luciano , Lopes Aristote , Kiala Oliveira , Casagrande Rogério Antônio , Barbosa Ana Claudia Garcia
Published: December 2024

Este trabalho aborda a importância da inclusão de pessoas com deficiência no ambiente educacional, destacando o uso da plataforma JClic como uma ferramenta eficaz para promover a interação e o aprendizado. A inclusão é um ideal fundamental que deve ser transformado em realidade, e a tecnologia desempenha um papel crucial nesse processo. O projeto foi desenvolvido na APAE de Criciúma, onde atividades personalizadas foram criadas para estimular o engajamento dos alunos. Utilizando fotos e nomes dos estudantes, as atividades aumentaram a identificação com os conteúdos, proporcionando um ambiente motivador e acessível. As pedagogas da instituição desempenharam um papel vital ao adaptar as atividades às necessidades específicas de cada aluno. Os resultados do projeto demonstraram um impacto positivo significativo, evidenciando o aumento da motivação e a promoção da interação e colaboração entre os alunos. O uso do JClic não apenas facilitou a assimilação de conteúdos, mas também incentivou o desenvolvimento de habilidades cognitivas essenciais. Assim, este trabalho teve como objetivo analisar a eficácia da plataforma JClic na inclusão digital e educacional de alunos com deficiência, enfatizando os benefícios das atividades desenvolvidas e seu impacto no processo de ensino-aprendizagem. Os achados ressaltam a relevância da tecnologia como um recurso valioso na construção de um ambiente educacional inclusivo e equitativo.
Research on Optimal Crop Planting Strategy Based on Mixed-Integer Programming
Authors: Guo Changcai , Zhang Jiachen , Lan Yi
Published: December 2024

This study aims to explore the optimal crop planting strategy from 2024 to 2030 based on the Mixed-Integer Programming (MIP) method. Through systematic organization and in-depth analysis of rural crop cultivation and related statistical data collected in 2023, it was found that different types of crop planting plots have no significant impact on sales prices but do affect planting costs and yield per acre. The study also considered the impact of irrigated and greenhouse planting areas, as well as planting seasons on sales, costs, and yield. By establishing a crop planting profit maximization model and introducing 0-1 variables to record the planting strategy for the next 7 years, we used MATLAB software and the CPLEX solver to solve this single-objective mixed integer programming model. The analysis of the model results indicates that crops exceeding the expected sales volume should be discounted in the current quarter in a timely manner to maximize overall revenue.
A Mechanical Robust, Self-Healable, Recyclable Elastomer for Damping Over A Broad Temperature Range
Authors: Zhou Jinlin
Published: December 2024

Polymers are able to suppress vibrations and noises in fields due to the high internal friction of molecular chains. Therefore, polymers are naturally fit to be damping material. However, currently available damping elastomers are not able to include robust mechanical properties and the temperature range for effective damping is not long enough. Here, the ion-dipole interactions which are able to adjust the relaxation behavior of supermolecular polymer network, are important for stable and enhance the network. Through introducing the ion-dipole interactions, the resulted elastomer shows excellent mechanical properties (fracture stress ~ 1.01 MPa, tensile strength ~ 2900%, toughness ~ 15.13 MJ m-3). Also, the elastomer demonstrate extraordinary damping properties. The damping capacity reaches 73.9% and the peak value of damping factor is 2.29. Because of the ion-dipole interactions which driven by entropy, make sure the elastomer is stable in a wide range of temperature (0-160 °C， tan δ＞0.3), which is difficult by traditional means. Furthermore, the elastomer is able to self-heal and the healing efficiency is about 95% in 2 hours. Moreover, this unique design concept will provide a general approach to developing advanced damping materials.
Development and Solution of a Multi-Stage Planning Model Based on a Greedy Optimization Algorithm Under Multiple Constraints
Authors: Tang Haiyang
Published: December 2024

This paper presents a comprehensive approach to establishing a multi-stage planning model under complex, multi-constraint conditions. The model is designed to optimize decision-making over a seven-year period, with the primary goal of maximizing overall fitness. At each stage, specific conditions from the previous period are analyzed to inform and guide production decisions for the next stage. Recognizing the diverse origins and characteristics of various products, we conduct a secondary categorization to address these differences effectively. Additionally, we incorporate overproduction penalties under two distinct scenarios to reflect realistic production challenges and constraints. To solve the intricate mathematical model, we employ a greedy algorithm. The application of this algorithm demonstrates its capability to handle the model’s complexity, producing solutions that maintain high fitness levels across all stages. The results confirm that the greedy algorithm not only efficiently solves the model but also adapts well to the dynamic conditions of each stage, ensuring optimal decision-making throughout the entire planning period.
Research Progress on Nanoscale Zero Valent Iron Remediation of Heavy Metal Contaminated Soil
Authors: Chen Weiwei , Luo Yuhu
Published: December 2024

With the acceleration of industrialization, the problem of heavy metal pollution in soil is becoming more and more serious, posing a threat to the ecological environment and human health. As an emerging remediation technology, nano-ZVI has shown great potential in the field of remediation of soil heavy metal pollution due to its efficient reduction ability and large specific surface area. In this paper, the research progress of nano-ZVI remediation of heavy metal contaminated soil is reviewed, including the preparation method and modification method of nano-ZVI and its application in the remediation of heavy metal contaminated soil, aiming to provide scientific basis and technical support for the treatment of soil heavy metal pollution.
Research on Agricultural Products Planting Strategies Based on Integer Programming and Stochastic Programming
Authors: Liu Yingshan , Hu Kaiwen , Lei Yuhang
Published: December 2024

In this paper, by applying the algorithms of integer programming and stochastic programming, we have studied in depth the crop planting strategy of a rural area in North China. First, we constructed an optimization model based on integer planning and stochastic planning agricultural planting strategies by exhaustively analyzing the detailed data of cultivated land and crops in the area. Further, we introduced stochastic variables to simulate the market uncertainty and the risk in the planting process, so as to propose an optimal planting scheme based on robust optimization theory. In addition, Spearman's correlation coefficient and ordinary least squares (OLS) regression analysis were used in this paper to further optimize the planting strategy by taking into account the substitutability and complementarity among crops. Through the continuous iteration and refinement of these methods, this paper significantly improves the accuracy and practicability of the planting decision model, and provides a valuable reference strategy for scientific planting of crops.
Exploration of Parameter Space in the Lorenz Attractor
Authors: Yang Kun , Liao Xiangjun
Published: December 2024

This study investigates the behavioral variations of the Lorenz attractor under different system parameter settings, aiming to elucidate how these parameters influence the dynamic characteristics of chaotic systems. By systematically altering the three key parameters in the Lorenz system—ρ, β, σ, —we examine the evolution of bifurcation diagrams and phase-space trajectories. The results reveal that as parameters are adjusted, the Lorenz system transitions from a stable state to a complex chaotic attractor, exhibiting prominent bifurcations and chaotic features. Furthermore, numerical simulations illustrate the system's sensitivity to initial conditions, offering deeper insights into the dynamic behavior of chaotic systems. This work provides a theoretical foundation for understanding the complexity inherent in nonlinear dynamical systems.
KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND SKILLS OF NURSING STUDENTS REGARDING EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE IN TERTIARY HOSPITALS
Authors: JOHN Y , SADDIQUE H , TASNEEM SS
Published: December 2024

Evidence-based practice (EBP) is essential for improving healthcare outcomes by integrating clinical expertise, patient preferences, and research evidence. However, the adoption of EBP remains challenging, particularly in developing countries like Pakistan. Objective: To assess the knowledge, attitudes, and skills of nursing students regarding EBP in tertiary hospitals in Pakistan. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 150 nursing students using purposive sampling. Data were collected through a validated questionnaire and analyzed using SPSS version 26. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize demographic variables and EBP-related responses. Results: The majority of participants (46.2%) were aged 26-30 years, and most held a BSN qualification (43.1%). Knowledge about EBP was limited, with only 28.5% correctly defining it and 46.9% recognizing clinical practice guidelines as the most useful knowledge source. Attitudes were predominantly negative, with only 26.2% agreeing that EBP aids clinical decision-making. Skills assessment revealed that while 66.2% were confident in evaluating scientific articles, only 34.5% could formulate clinical questions for evidence searching. Conclusion: The findings highlight substantial gaps in EBP-related competencies among nursing students in Pakistan. Curriculum enhancements, mentorship programs, and improved access to research resources are urgently needed to address these deficiencies and promote the integration of EBP into nursing practice.
FACTORS AFFECTING JOB MOTIVATION AMONG NURSES OF A TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL OF LAHORE
Authors: WARIS S , BASHIR M , IMTIAZ M , TASNEEM SS , JABEEN R
Published: December 2024

Job motivation is critical for ensuring quality patient care and retaining skilled nursing staff, particularly in resource-constrained settings like Pakistan. Understanding factors influencing motivation is essential for developing effective strategies to enhance nurse performance and satisfaction. Objective: To evaluate factors affecting job motivation among nurses at a tertiary care hospital in Lahore, focusing on intrinsic and extrinsic motivators. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 222 nurses using a structured questionnaire. Data were analyzed using SPSS version 26, with descriptive statistics summarizing the findings. Results: The majority of nurses (68.9%) felt recognized for their hard work, and 72.5% acknowledged career advancement opportunities. High satisfaction was reported with work hours (93.3%) and workplace safety (81.9%). Performance appraisal systems were rated positively, with 69.3% indicating that results were used for promotions. However, 21.7% were dissatisfied with remuneration, and only 32% reported access to continuing education opportunities. Conclusion: Recognition, career advancement, and a positive work environment significantly influence job motivation among nurses. Addressing challenges related to remuneration and staff development opportunities is essential for fostering a motivated and satisfied nursing workforce in Pakistan.