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Short Temporal Variations of Electrotelluric Field in the Vicinity of the Earthquake Source-Site in the Sakhalin Island
Authors: Закупин А.С. , Дудченко И.П. , Богомолов Л.М. , Гуляков С.А. , Казаков А.И. , Стовбун Н.С.
Published: March 2024

В работе представлены результаты анализа данных электротеллурических потенциалов, полученных в пункте измерений, развернутом в июне 2023 года на территории ИМГиГ ДВО РАН в г. Южно-Сахалинск. Уже в первые месяцы работы были обнаружены серии квазипериодических всплесков (импульсов) в ночное время. Сигналы длительностью 4-5 секунд и с периодом следования 130-150 секунд имеют разную форму, которая является производной от некоего оригинального синусоподобного сигнала. Серии отмечались с 20 июля по 11 сентября 2023 г., а их средняя длительность колеблется в районе 8-9 часов. С 12 сентября 2023 года по 10 февраля 2024 года серии не обнаружены. Максимальная интенсивность сигналов и серий в целом наблюдается в период с 5 по 10 августа. В этот же период (9 августа 2023 года) рядом с точкой измерений (в круге с радиусом 0,25 градуса с центром на полигоне) произошло землетрясение умеренной силы с M = 3,8, причём за весь период наблюдений оно было самым сильным из 2 событий с M > 3, произошедших в данном районе. Перед вторым, более слабым землетрясением, подобных серий совсем не было обнаружено. Появление обнаруженных серий квазипериодических импульсов может быть связано с подготовкой очага землетрясения, однако для подтверждения этой гипотезы потребуются дополнительные наблюдения

The work represents the results of analysis of electro-telluric potentials data obtained at the Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk test site (deployed in June 2023on the territory of the IMGG FEB RAS). Unexpectedly, a new kind of signals – series of quasiperiodic spikes (pulses) in night times were found in first few months after start of recording. Signals of 4-5 s length and of 130-150 s repetition period have a various waveform, which is derived from some primary quasi-sinusoidal signal. Such series were recorded from July 20 to September 11, 2023, and their average duration was nearly 8-9 hours. No episodes were found after September 12, up to December 20. The maximal intensity of the signals and the series as a whole was revealed in the period from 5 to 10 August. During this period the moderate earthquake M=3.8 occurred on 9 August, 2003 in the vicinity of measurement point (within a circular zone of 0.25 degrees radius around the test site) It was the strongest event from pair of that occurred in the given zone, the magnitudes were being M = 3.8 (08/09/2023) and M = 3.1 (09/19/2023). No similar series were observed before the second earthquake, being the weaker. Origination of quasiperiodic pulses series could be related to the preparedness of earthquake source – site. However extra surveys are required to proof this hypothesis.
Mathematical Model of a Fractional Nonlinear Mathieu Oscillator
Authors: Отенова А.Ж. , Паровик Р.И.
Published: March 2024

В работе проводится исследование дробного нелинейного осциллятора Матье методами численного анализа с целью установления его различных колебательных режимов. Дробный нелинейный осциллятор Матье представляет собой обыкновенное нелинейное дифференциальное уравнение с дробными производными в смысле Герасимова-Капуто и локальными начальными условиями (задача Коши). Дробные производные Герасимова-Капуто характеризуют наличие эффекта наследственности в колебательной системе. В такой системе текущее ее состояние зависит от предыстории. Для исследования задачи Коши был применен численный метод из семейства предиктор-корректор — метод Адамса-Башфорта-Мултона, алгоритм которого был реализован в системе компьютерной математики Matlab. С помощью численного алгоритма для различных значений параметров дробного нелинейного осциллятора Матье были построены осциллограммы и фазовые траектории. Показано, что в отсутствии внешнего периодического воздействия в рассматриваемой колебательной системе могут возникать автоколебания, которые на фазовой траектории характеризуется предельными циклами. Проведено исследование предельных циклов с помощью компьютерного моделирования. Показано, что также могут возникать апериодические режимы, т.е. режимы, не относящиеся к колебательным. Поэтому порядки дробных производных могут влиять колебательный режим нелиненого дробного осциллятора Матье: от колебаний с постоянной амплитудой до затухающих и исчезающих совсем.

The work studies the fractional nonlinear Mathieu oscillator using numerical analysis methods in order to establish its various oscillatory modes. Mathieu’s fractional nonlinear oscillator is an ordinary nonlinear differential equation with fractional derivatives in the Gerasimov-Caputo sense and local initial conditions (Cauchy problem). Gerasimov-Caputo fractional derivatives characterize the presence of the heredity effect in an oscillatory system. In such a system, its current state depends on the previous history. To study the Cauchy problem, a numerical method from the predictor-corrector family was used – the Adams-Bashforth-Moulton method, the algorithm of which was implemented in the Matlab computer mathematics system. Using a numerical algorithm, oscillograms and phase trajectories were constructed for various values of the parameters of the Mathieu fractional nonlinear oscillator. It is shown that in the absence of an external periodic influence, self-oscillations can arise in the oscillatory system under consideration, which are characterized by limit cycles on the phase trajectory. A study of limit cycles was carried out using computer simulation. It has been shown that aperiodic regimes can also arise, i.e. modes that are not oscillatory. Therefore, the orders of fractional derivatives can be influenced by the oscillatory mode of a nonlinear fractional Mathieu oscillator: from oscillations with a constant amplitude to damped ones and disappearing completely.
Operando spectroscopic monitoring of metal chalcogenides for overall water splitting: New views of active species and sites
Authors: Zhao Yonggui , Wan Wenchao , Erni Rolf , Pan Long , Patzke Greta R.
Published: March 2024

Metal-based chalcogenides exhibit great promise for overall water splitting, yet their intrinsic catalytic reaction mechanisms remain to be fully understood. In this work, we employed operando X-ray absorption (XAS) and in situ Raman spectroscopy to elucidate the structure-activity relationships of low-crystalline cobalt sulfide (L-CoS) catalysts toward overall water splitting. The operando results for L-CoS catalyzing alkaline hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) demonstrate that the cobalt centers in the bulk are predominantly coordinated by sulfur atoms, which undergo a kinetic structural rearrangement to generate metallic cobalt in S-Co-Co-S moieties as the true catalytic active species. In comparison, during the acidic HER, L-CoS undergoes reversible redox changes of Co centers, and H2 production proceeds with adsorption/desorption of key intermediates atop the Co-S-Co configurations. Further operando characterizations highlight the crucial formation of high-valent Co4+ species in L-CoS for the alkaline oxygen evolution reaction (OER), and generation of such active species was found to be far more facile than in crystalline Co3O4 and Co-LDH references. These insights offer a clear picture of the complexity of active species and site formation under different media, and demonstrate how their restructurings exert influence on the catalytic activity.
EFFECTS OF FUNCTIONALIZATION ON PHOTO-ACTUATABLE OCTA(DIMETHYLSILOXY)SILSESQUIOXANE-AZOBENZENE NETWORK GELS AND THEIR SUBSTANCE LOADING AND UNLOADING EFFICIENCIES
Authors: Sims Cory , Chandler Ethan , Espitia Armenta Herenia , Hu Nai-hsuan , Furgal Joseph
Published: March 2024

The synthesis, analysis, and effect on solvent uptake of styrene, alcohol, amino, and perfluoro functionalized silsesquioxane-azobenzene hybrid gels are discussed. 4,4’-diallyloxyazobenzene and octa(dimethylsiloxy)silsesquioxane (Q8M8H) sol-gels are generated using hydrosilylation chemistry. These gels were modified through two routes: in-situ and post modification depending on the compatibility of the modifiers. The gel systems are dynamic, reacting to visible and UV light to expand and contract, giving them sponge-like properties. The effects on their solvent uptake load and preference for various pollutants are detailed below and general characteristics are illustrated through FTIR, TGA, and SEM imaging. We find that selectivity for certain substances can be obtained, but at the cost of total absorptivity of the gel systems.
Purinyl N-Directed Aroylation of 6-Arylpurine Ribo- and 2’-Deoxyribonucleosides, and Mechanistic Insights
Authors: Lakshman Mahesh , Malinchak Casina , Shank Nathaniel , Neary Michelle , Stahl Lothar
Published: March 2024

The purinyl ring contains four embedded nitrogen atoms of varying basicities. Selective utilization of these ring nitrogen atoms can lead to relatively facile remote functionalization, yielding modified purinyl motifs that are otherwise not easily obtained. Herein, we report previously undescribed N-directed aroylation of 6-arylpurine ribo and the more labile 2’-deoxyribonucleosides. Kinetic isotope analysis as well as reaction with a well-defined dimeric, palladated 9-benzyl 6-arylpurine provided evidence for N-directed cyclometallation as a key step, with a plausible rate-limiting C–H bond cleavage. Radical inhibition experiments indicate the likely intermediacy of aroyl radicals. The chemistry surmounts difficulties often posed in the functionalization of polynitrogenated and polyoxygenated nucleosidic structures that possess complex reactivities and a labile glycosidic bond that is more sensitive in the 2’-deoxy substrates.
Size-controlled synthesis of phase separated protein condensates with interfacial protein cages
Authors: Oh Hyeok Jin , Lee Yongsuk , Hwang Haerang , Hong Kibeom , Choi Hyeongjoo , Kang Jin Young , Jung Yongwon
Published: March 2024

Phase separation of specific proteins into liquidic condensates is a key mechanism to form membrane-less organelles, which organize diverse cellular processes in space and time. These protein condensates hold immense potential as biomaterials that can contain specific sets of biomolecules with extremely high densities and dynamic liquid properties. Despite their appeal, methods to manipulate protein condensate materials remain largely unexplored. Here, we developed a one-pot assembly method to synthesize coalescence-free protein condensates from a few μm to 100 nm sizes with surface-stabilizing protein cages. We discovered that large protein cages (~30 nm), with precisely tuned interaction strengths to condensates, could effectively localize on condensate surfaces and block coalescence during phase separation. This approach proved applicable to diverse condensates with varying compositions and fluidities. Condensate sizes were concisely controlled by modulating condensate/cage ratios. In addition, we successfully visualized the 3D structures of intact protein condensates with interfacial cages with cryo-electron tomography (ET). Protein cages formed monolayer shells on protein condensates, where cages were slightly buried in condensates with contact angles lower than 90 degree. These cage-covered protein condensates maintained dynamic properties, including the capacity for selective material exchange or recruitment from the external environment.
Self-supervised few-shot learning for real-time traffic sign classification
Authors: Nguyen Anh-Khoa Tho , Tran Tin , Nguyen Phuc Hong , Dinh Vinh Quang
Published: March 2024

Although supervised approaches for traffic sign classification have demonstrated excellent performance, they are limited to classifying several traffic signs defined in the training dataset. This prevents them from being applied to different domains, i.e., different countries. Herein, we propose a self-supervised approach for few-shot learning-based traffic sign classification. A center-awareness similarity network is designed for the traffic sign problem and trained using an optical flow dataset. Unlike existing supervised traffic sign classification methods, the proposed method does not depend on traffic sign categories defined by the training dataset. It applies to any traffic signs from different countries. We construct a Korean traffic sign classification (KTSC) dataset, including 6000 traffic sign samples and 59 categories. We evaluate the proposed method with baseline methods using the KTSC, German traffic sign, and Belgian traffic sign classification datasets. Experimental results show that the proposed method extends the ability of existing supervised methods and can classify any traffic sign, regardless of region/country dependence. Furthermore, the proposed approach significantly outperforms baseline methods for patch similarity. This approach provides a flexible and robust solution for classifying traffic signs, allowing for accurate categorization of every traffic sign, regardless of regional or national differences.
Massage Therapy for Infant Temperaments: An Intervention Study
Authors: Nurhidayati Evi , Imamah Nur Fithriyanti , Dwiarini Muafiqoh , Gau Meei-Ling
Published: March 2024

A form of complementary therapy, infant massage, has the potential to ameliorate difficult infant temperaments and transform them into easier ones. This study aimed to ascertain the impact of newborn massage therapy on infants' temperament. A total of 102 participants were divided into two groups for this quasi-experimental study using a pretest and posttest. Over the length of five weeks, twice each week, the experimental groups received ten-time massages in total. A generalized estimating equation (GEE) was applied to the data. This study discovered that infant massage improved the temperament in the experimental group from difficult to easy, a result that was mirrored in the control group. Infants may develop a more positive temperament through the utilization of infant massage therapy. Healthcare professionals are required to provide a thorough understanding of the physiological and psychological growth of infants, placing special attention on strategies that promote a positive temperament.
Outbreak of Salmonella Typhimurium linked to Swedish pre-washed rocket salad, Sweden, September to November 2022
Authors: Fischerström Karolina , Dryselius Rikard , Lindblad Mats , Kühlmann-Berenzon Sharon , Karamehmedovic Nadja , Börjesson Stefan , Hashemi Nasanin , Gunn Ingrid , Gustavsson Ann-Mari , Lindroos Nilla , Nederby-Öhd Joanna , Widerström Micael , Rimhanen-Finne Ruska , Vainio Anni , Rehn Moa
Published: March 2024

In September 2022, the Public Health Agency of Sweden observed an increase in domestic Salmonella Typhimurium cases through the Swedish electronic notification system, and an outbreak strain was identified with whole genome sequencing. Overall, 109 cases with symptom onset between 17 September and 24 November 2022 were reported from 20 of 21 Swedish regions. The median age of cases was 52 years (range 4–87 years) and 62% were female. A case–control study found cases to be associated with consumption of rocket salad (adjusted odds ratio (aOR) = 4.9; 95% confidence interval (CI): 2.4–10, p value < 0.001) and bagged mixed salad (aOR = 4.0; 95% CI: 1.9–8.1, p value < 0.001). Trace-back, supported by Finnish authorities who identified the Swedish outbreak strain in a Finnish cluster during the same time period, identified rocket salad, cultivated, pre-washed and pre-packed in Sweden as the likely source of the outbreak. No microbiological analyses of rocket salad were performed. Our investigation indicates that bagged leafy greens such as rocket salad, regardless of pre-washing procedures in the production chain, may contain Salmonella and cause outbreaks, posing a health risk to consumers. We emphasise the need for primary producers of leafy greens to identify possible contamination points to prevent outbreaks.
Effectiveness of Omicron XBB.1.5 vaccine against infection with SARS-CoV-2 Omicron XBB and JN.1 variants, prospective cohort study, the Netherlands, October 2023 to January 2024
Authors: Huiberts Anne J , Hoeve Christina E , de Gier Brechje , Cremer Jeroen , van der Veer Bas , de Melker Hester E , van de Wijgert Janneke HHM , van den Hof Susan , Eggink Dirk , Knol Mirjam J
Published: March 2024

We estimated vaccine effectiveness (VE) of SARS-CoV-2 Omicron XBB.1.5 vaccination against self-reported infection between 9 October 2023 and 9 January 2024 in 23,895 XBB.1.5 vaccine-eligible adults who had previously received at least one booster. VE was 41% (95% CI: 23–55) in 18–59-year-olds and 50% (95% CI: 44–56) in 60–85-year-olds. Sequencing data suggest lower protection against the BA.2.86 (including JN.1) variant from recent prior infection (OR = 2.8; 95% CI:1.2–6.5) and, not statistically significant, from XBB.1.5 vaccination (OR = 1.5; 95% CI:0.8–2.6).
3D Reconstruction of Femur using Ultrasound - Hand Guided Evaluation and Autonomous Robotic Approach
Authors: Phlippen Lovis , Hohlmann Benjamin , Radermacher Klaus
Published: March 2024

Total Knee Arthroplasty is a frequently performed surgery. Patient specific planning and implants may improve surgical outcome. For this purpose, 3D models of the bones are required, which are typically generated by using computed tomography. A radiation free and cheaper alternative could be ultrasound. However, bone segmentation and a competitive method of creating a complete bone model are a challenge.

In this work a fully-automatic bone reconstruction pipeline using ultrasound, which includes machine learning based image segmentation and an interpolation algorithm for missing areas using statistical shape models, is presented and evaluation results with free hand probe guidance are outlined. A mean surface distance error of 0.96 mm for femur bone reconstruction is achieved. Furthermore, a robotic scanning approach is presented to automate the entire process. Autonomous scanning of the anterior distal femur was successful for 4 out of 5 probands. On average, 54 % of the accessed bone surface could be reconstructed.
Novel Patellofemoral Ligament Modelling to Detect Anterior Knee Pain After Total Knee Arthroplasty
Authors: Shimmin Andrew , Jagota Ishaan , Fritsch Brett , Parker David , Twiggs Joshua , Miles Brad
Published: March 2024

Up to 35% of total knee arthroplasty (TKA) patients experience short term anterior knee pain (AKP) and up to 20% of non-revised knees experience anterior knee pain in the long term. Patellofemoral pain is the primary cause of AKP and accounts for over 8% of revision TKA procedures in Australia. This study introduces a geometric patello- femoral ligament analysis model which was used to differentiate between patients with and without post-operative anterior knee pain.

All patients received pre- and post-operative CT scans and lateral flexed radiograph. The CT scans were segmented and landmarked before being registered to the flexed radiographs. The antero-posterior (AP) of the medial and lateral patellar edge relative to the medial and lateral femoral epicondyles were measured pre- operatively, post-operatively as well as the difference between the two states. These measurements were analysed for their impacts on patient outcome using the Kujala score.

Both medial and lateral antero-posterior patellofemoral offsets had statistically significant, moderate inverse correlations with the overall Kujala score. However, no statistically significant relationship was observed between the post- operative Kujala score and the pre-operative AP offsets or the change in AP offset between the pre- and post-operative states.

The results suggest that a higher medial or lateral post-operative patellofemoral AP offset, potentially due to the overstuffing of the patellofemoral joint, may result in inferior patient outcomes and residual AKP. Overall, it is imperative to consider the possible causes of post-operative AKP and models should be developed to inform surgeons in a clinical setting.
Las comunidades indígenas de Hidalgo. Cardonal Volumen III
Authors: Granados Alcantar Jose Aurelio
Published: March 2024

El municipio de Cardonal pertenece a la región del Valle de Mezquital, se caracteriza por la presencia de culturas milenarias como la otomí o hñähñús.
UJI DAYA ANTIBAKTERI EKSTRAK DAUN KETAPANG (Terminalia catappa L) TERHADAP PERTUMBUHAN BAKTERI Vibrio harveyi SECARA IN VITRO
Authors: Aulia Deni , Indrayati Artin , Jarir Dewi Virgiastuti , Hadiwinata Bagus , Suprakto Bambang , Sabariyah Nunung , Wartini Sri
Published: March 2024

Bakteri Vibrio harveyi merupakan penyakit bakterial yang banyak dijumpai pada kegiatan budidaya perikanan. Penggunaan antibiotik dalam pencegahan dan pengobatan serangan penyakit menyebabkan efek negatif. Daun Ketapang (Terminalia catappa L) diketahui mengandung senyawa kimia seperti flavonoid, alkaloid, fenolik, tanin, dan saponin yang dapat berperan sebagai antibakteri. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui daya antibakteri ekstrak daun Ketapang terhadap pertumbuhan bakteri Vibrio harveyi. Uji daya antibakteri dilakukan dengan 5 jenis perlakuan yaitu 1 perlakuan tanpa daun Ketapang (kontrol) dan 4 perlakuan daun Ketapang dengan konsentrasi yang berbeda yaitu 15, 30, 60, dan 120gram daun ketapang/liter. Masing - masing perlakuan terdiri dari 3 pengulangan. Ekstrak daun Ketapang menunjukkan daya antibakteri terhadap pertumbuhan bakteri Vibrio harveyi dengan rerata hambatan masing – masing konsentrasi (Mean ± SEM) yaitu 7,53 ± 0,13 mm (15 gram/liter); 7,70 ± 0,36 (30 gram/liter); 8,25 ± 0,15 (60 gram/liter); and 9,62 ± 0,83(120 gram/liter). Perlakuan tanpa daun Ketapang (kontrol) tidak menunjukkan daya antibakteri. Ekstrak daun Ketapang menunjukkan daya antibakteri terhadap pertumbuhan bakteri Vibrio harveyii dengan daya antibakteri sebanding terhadap konsentrasi ekstrak.
Reflexões e Narrativas Pedagógicas: Volume 3
Authors: Romano Rafael , Paranhos Will , Velasco Valquíria C. R. , Souza Daniele Lurdes de , Oliveira Francine de , Corrêa Neto Victor Gonçalves , Borges Aline Milena , Papais Natália de Lima Ferreira , Gil Cibele Chaves Medina , Maia Thais Vianna , Marques Valéria da Silva Gomes , Fitaroni Márcia de Oliveira Lima , Gripp Demétrio Luiz Riguete , Silva Juliana Ferro da , Oliveira Camila Peixoto de , Silva Deilma Barbosa Santos , Batista Magno Santos , Pandin Bárbara da Silva , Barros João dos Santos , Santos Jane Rodrigues dos , Souza Guilherme Ventura de , Aquino Iná Jana Souza de , Henrique Débora Silva , Filgueiras Daiane Luiza Ferreira , Assumpção Adriana Maria de , Silva Bruna Rafaele Souza da , Souza Mariana Moreira de , Lima Maria Gabriela Gomes , Prata Juliana de Moraes , Silva Anelize Pires Reynozo da , Freitas Daniela Reis
Published: March 2024

É com grande entusiasmo que apresentamos o terceiro volume da série "Reflexões e Narrativas Pedagógicas", dedicado à formação docente. Este livro é fruto de um esforço coletivo de alunos, educadores, pesquisadores e profissionais comprometidos com a educação e o desenvolvimento pedagógico, que buscam promover uma análise crítica e reflexiva sobre os desafios e as oportunidades do cenário educacional brasileiro contemporâneo. Nesta edição, mergulhamos em uma variedade de temáticas relevantes para a prática educativa, oferecendo diferentes perspectivas e abordagens sobre questões-chave.
Cada capítulo deste livro reflete não apenas a expertise de seus autores, mas também o compromisso com uma educação transformadora, crítica e inclusiva. Esperamos que as reflexões e narrativas pedagógicas aqui apresentadas possam inspirar educadores, pesquisadores, gestores educacionais e todos os interessados em promover uma educação de qualidade. Que este livro seja um legado, uma fonte de conhecimento e reflexão, contribuindo para o contínuo aprimoramento da prática docente e para a construção de uma sociedade mais justa e democrática por meio da educação.
Pengaruh Model Pembelajaran Berbasis Masalah pada Kemampuan Literasi Ilmiah Siswa dalam Materi Transfer Panas Kelas V di Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Audina Khilda , Widya Murni Arie , Jannah Novaria Lailatul , Luqiyah Kartikasari Hikmah
Published: March 2024

Thesis This aim For know influence of learning models based problem to ability literacy participant educate on the material displacement heat fifth grade school base . As for the background study This based on results interviews and observations carried out , where ability literacy science participant still studying in class V spelled out low as well as lack of understanding

teacher towards various various learning models . Study This carried out at SDN Banjarkemantren 2 in the even semester year 2022/2023 teachings . Method research used _ is Pre Experimental Design with One Group Pretest-Posttest Design type . Sample in study is participant educate VA class totaling 31 participants educate . Instruments used _ form instrument test form question choice double as well as sheet observation teacher and participant activities students , data obtained from test choice double and observation related with ability literacy science . Data analysis used the normality test and t-test. Analysis results show that the data is normally distributed because sig value . > 0.05 and in the t- test with using paired sample t-test results sig value <0.05 at level significance 5% then can it is concluded that h0 is rejected and ha is accepted . This matter show that application of learning models based problem give influence to ability literacy science participant educate on the material displacement heat in class V school base
Developing English Teaching Materials through Self-Vlogging Based on Speaking at Tertiary Level
Authors: Roswanti Erni , Yasim Sukmawati , Danial Muhammad
Published: March 2024

This study aimed at developing English Teaching Materials through Self-Vlogging Based on Speaking, explaining the quality of English Teaching Materials through Self-Vlogging Based Speaking, and knowing the students’ perceptions of English Teaching Materials through Self-Vlogging Based Speaking. The sample for this research was students in the 3rd semester of the English Education Study Program, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Sulawesi Barat University. Researchers used the Research and Development method as the research method with a development model, namely the 4D model (Define, Design, Develop, Disseminate) which was simplified into a 3D model (Define, Design, Develop). The sampling technique used was Probability Sampling, namely Simple Random Sampling. The research instrument was a questionnaire that was used to assess research products on the research product validation sheet and was also used to determine students' perceptions of research products. The results of this study were (1) English Teaching Materials through Self-Vlogging Based for Speaking. (2) The media validation showed that the indicators' scores are in the category of ‘good’ and ‘very good’,(3) English Teaching Materials through Self-Vlogging Based for Speaking has positive perceptions from students as an English teaching material to help students practice speaking according to their interests.
The Effectiveness of Textbook Character Education-Based in Madrasah Aliyah at Gorontalo
Authors: Mantau Burhanudin Abdul Karim
Published: March 2024

The objective of this study is to find out the effectiveness of character education in Madrasah Aliyah at Gorontalo. Four Madrasah Aliyah are used as research settings such as MAN Insan Cendekia, Madrasah Aliyah al-Khairaat, Madrasah Aliyah Muhammadiyah, and Madrasah Aliyah al-Yusra. The number of subjects in this study was 221 students divided into two groups control groups as many as 114 students and experimental groups of 107 students. In addition, researchers also involved four lecturers of the poetry appreciation universities. This study used an experimental method with an independent t-test model that compares the difference between the pre-test and post-test values ​​of the control class and the experimental class. The result of the analysis shows that the average score of the experimental group is 15.68 and the control group average is 10.86. Then an independent t-test result of the t-count is 5.087 along with a significance value of 0.000. Due to the significance of 0.000 <0.05, the Ho was rejected and there was a significant difference between the pretest and the post-test, the experimental group and the control group. Thus, the character-based education is effectively used in higher education.
Innovation of Interactive Tests in Maharah Kitabah in Class VIII Arabic Textbooks
Authors: Nurazim Okitra Asri , Baroroh R Umi
Published: March 2024

Tests or evaluations applied by teachers or educators in various educational institutions are still considered less interesting and tend to be monotonous, so there is no intense interaction between educators and students in the evaluation process carried out. Often, students  feel bored with ordinary tests or text forms that are rigid and monotonous, so there needs to be an update in the model or form of tests that are interactive, innovative, fun, and not boring for students. The purpose of this research is to develop various models of interactive Arabic tests or quizzes so that Arabic learning becomes more interesting and fun. This study uses literature research with a qualitative descriptive approach. Secondary data used as a data source, with data collection techniques in the form of documentation. And the result of this research is  that there are various forms or models of interactive tests that can be utilized by teachers or instructors of the Arab language,  either by developing their own using several computer-based applications or by utilizing website-based test or quiz applications that already exist on the Internet, where some of these applications can be accessed for free (free).
Survival Analysis of Patients with COVID-19 using Deep Neural Network and Random Forrest Techniques
Authors: Yazdani Azita , Erfannia Leila , Farzaneh Ali , Ali Omar
Published: March 2024

Introduction: The prediction of the survival chance of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) patients is as important as the early detection of the coronavirus. Since patient mortality, factors may differ by location, this study concentrated on identifying the influential factors and predicting survival for COVID-19 patients using machine learning methods in Fars province, Iran.Material and Methods: The research dataset was extracted in the period January 21, 2020, to September 25, 2020, and contains 25858 hospitalized patients’ records with 51 features. These records were classified into two categories: death (label 1) and survival (label 0). The methodology of this research is CRISP standard. A comparison was made between the efficiency of two deep neural network and random forest algorithms in predicting survival. Modeling steps were done with Python language in the Google Colab environment.Results: Experimental results demonstrated that the deep neural network algorithm had better performance than random forest with accuracy, precision, recall, F-score, and receiver operating characteristic of 97.2%, 100%, 93.54%, 96.66%, and 97.9%, respectively. Based on the results of the random forest model, history of hypertension, chronic neurological disorders, chronic lung diseases, asthma, chronic kidney disease and, heart disease were the most important risk factors related to death.Conclusion: Deployment of our proposed model allows medical professionals to exercise greater caution during the treatment of patients who are most likely to die due to their medical conditions.
The Prevalence of Smartphone Addiction and Its Relationship with the Level of e-Health Literacy in Medical Sciences Students
Authors: Hajesmaeel-Gohari Sadrieh , Mirzapourestabragh Fateme , Zeidabadi-Nejad Maryam
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Smartphone addiction has increased in recent years, especially with the onset of COVID-19 among students. It is possible that as the level of eHealth literacy increases among students, their addiction to smartphones decreases. This study aims to investigate this hypothesis.Material and Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted on 390 medical sciences students. Two standard questionnaires were used to gather data. The first questionnaire was the Smartphone Addiction Inventory Scale, and the second questionnaire was the eHealth Literacy Scale. Data were analyzed using descriptive and analytic statistics.Results: There was no significant relationship between the gender of the participants and the mean scores of smartphone addiction or eHealth literacy. However, the relationship between the age of the participants and the mean scores of smartphone addiction or eHealth literacy was significant. Only the relationship between the educational level of the participants and the mean scores of smartphone addiction was significant. The correlation between smartphone addiction and eHealth literacy in students was not significant.Conclusion: Age and educational level were significant factors influencing smartphone addiction. To decrease smartphone addiction and increase eHealth literacy, educational programs should be implemented for medical science students, who play a crucial role as future guardians of health.
Smart Solutions for Veterans: Enhancing Amputee Self-Care through Mobile Technology
Authors: Khatib Ali , Gholamhosseini Leila , Afzali Mahboobeh , Nikkhoo Iman , Lami Victor
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Disability arising from amputation is intricately shaped by both social factors and rehabilitative care. The efficacy of veterans' self-care emerges as a pivotal factor in effectively managing, controlling, and reducing complications, thereby augmenting and enriching their overall quality of life. This research delves into the creation, execution, and assessment of a comprehensive self-care software tailored for amputees, with a focus on harnessing the practical utility of smartphones and their manifest capabilities in the realm of healthcare.Material and Methods: In 2023, an applied developmental study was conducted, encompassing the evaluation, design, development, implementation, and assessment of a mobile application dedicated to the self-care management of veterans with amputations. The mobile application's conception unfolded within the Android Studio environment, utilizing the Java programming language within the Android operating system. A user interface satisfaction questionnaire was used to gauge the app's usability, with feedback from 20 veterans experiencing amputations.Results: The needs assessment for a comprehensive self-care software tailored for amputation veterans identified requisites across four distinct sectors. Building upon these insights, a holistic self-care software solution was meticulously designed. Evaluating usability and user satisfaction revealed that veterans rated the app at a "good" level, with an average score of 7.88±1.03 (out of 9).Conclusion: The mobile application proved apt in content, functionality, and quality, presenting a valuable tool for enhancing the lifestyle, education, and self-care practices of veterans with amputations. This conclusion stems from a thorough usability evaluation from the end-users' perspective.
Readability and credibility evaluation of most-visited health websites based on eBizMBA and Alexa global ranking
Authors: Rahmatizadeh Shahabedin , Valizadeh-Haghi Saeideh , Nasibi-Sis Hamed , Motahari-Nezhad Hossein
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Online health information is one of the most important and widely used sources of information. Currently, a significant number of individuals use the internet for health-related information to learn about health, disease, health promotion, and threats to their health.Material and Methods: This research examined the top 15 health websites based on their popularity in eBizMBA and Alexa rank from January to February 2022. A total of 30 health websites (15 from each category) were evaluated in terms of credibility by the use of Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) and health on the net foundation (HON) code. Also, the readability of the mentioned websites was evaluated by the use of four readability tools.Results: Most of the websites ranked by both Alexa and eBizMBA met the “Authority” and” Complementarity" criteria. When it comes to the readability of the 30 most visited health websites according to eBizMBA and Alexa analytics in the world, the analysis demonstrated that the readability of highly-ranked health websites was higher than the recommended level.Conclusion: Some of the websites had deficiencies according to the HONcode and JAMA criteria, and the average readability of the websites did not meet the gold standard. Despite the increasing use of the internet for medical information, these resources' poor quality and readability remain a barrier to informed decision-making of patients.
Overview and Classification of Evaluation Metrics of Appointment Scheduling Systems
Authors: Mazaheri Habibi Mohammad Reza , Mohammad Abadi Fahimeh , Tabesh Hamed , Vakili Arki Hasan , Abu-Hanna Ameen , Eslami Saeid
Published: March 2024

Introduction: This study reviews the several metrics used to evaluate the performance of appointment scheduling systems.Material and Methods: The articles in English were searched using PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science databases and Google scholar search engine until July 23, 2023. We used queueing theory to classify evaluation metrics.Results: Out of 23403 articles, 75 papers were prepared for detailed analysis. We classify evaluation metrics of appointment scheduling system along with their definition and frequency of use. A total of 24 measures containing twelve (%50), seven (%29), and five (%21) were related to the categories of arrivals (patient), queue (at clinic), and server (physician) were found, respectively.Conclusion: To the best of our knowledge, this paper was one of the first studies collecting and classifying all evaluation metrics of appointment scheduling system in order to help other researchers. Most metrics pertained to patients which may highlight the importance of the patient’s perspective in evaluating appointment scheduling systems.
PENERAPAN METODE MULTILAYER PERCEPTRON UNTUK MEMPREDIKSI TANDA TANGAN MAHASISWA
Authors: Sanjaya Riko , Abdullah Abdullah , Usman Usman
Published: March 2024

Tanda tangan (inggris: signature berasal dari latin: signare yang berarti “tanda”) atau paraf
adalah tulisan tangan, terkadang diberi gaya tulisan tertentu dari nama seseorang atau tanda
identifikasi lainnya tang ditulis pada dokumen sebagai sebuah bukti dari identitas dan kemauan.
Tanda tangan berlaku sebagai segel. Salah satu teknik pengenalan pola tanda tangan adalah dengan
jaringan syaraf tiruan, dimana metode ini menggunakan prinsip dari otak manusia yang terdiri dari
neuron sebagai pemrosesan input untuk menghasilkan output berdasarkan bobot yang ada. Penelitian
ini bertujuan untuk menerapkan jaringan syaraf tiruan pada pengenalan pola tanda tangan dan
membuat program yang mensimulasikan metode ini menggunakan software Matlab dengan sistem
operasi yang mendukung. Adapun manfaat dari penelitian memprediksi tanda tangan ini adalah dapat
mengenali tanda tangan mahasiswa yang memiliki pola tanda tangan yang sama. Arsitektur jaringan
syaraf tiruan yang digunakan adalah algoritma pembelajaran multilayer perceptron. Data yang
digunakan berupa gambar tanda tangan berukuran 30 x 20 pixel yang telah dirubah menjadi angka
dengan proses pengolahan citra. Dari proses tersebut akan menjadi input jaringan syaraf tiruan
pengenalan pola tanda tangan. Setelah proses input akan diproses untuk pelatihan dan pengujian.
Pelatihan jaringan menggunakan data sebanyak 120 sampel pola tanda tangan dengan hasil validasi
untuk 78 gambar dapat dikenali dengan keakuratan sebesar 89,7% terhadap pola-pola tanda tangan
tersebut.
Decision Support System for Building Material Supplier Selection using Simple Additive Weighting (SAW) Method
Authors: Sipayung Evasaria Magdalena , Lokasurya Erik , Kristina Sonna
Published: March 2024

XYZ Store is a retail store that sells goods in the form of building materials located in Bandung Regency. This shop sells types of cement products, water pumps and PVC pipes where this shop gets its products by ordering from suppliers. This shop is having difficulty choosing a supplier because it takes time to determine a supplier. Suppliers are contacted by telephone to ask about the availability and price of the building materials needed. If the supplier has the goods, he will buy them immediately and not ask other suppliers. The criteria used in determining suppliers are based on price and availability of goods. The criteria required by this shop are price, product availability, expiry date and delivery speed in accordance with the shop's condition when the goods are needed. The aim of this research is to create a decision support system that can provide supplier recommendations so as to help in selecting suppliers that match the criteria using the Simple Additive Weighting (SAW) method. Supplier selection decision support systems can provide the best alternative suppliers by ranking suppliers with the best performance. This web-based SPK was developed using the programming language PHP, Javascript and using an SQL database.
GAME EDUKASI MATCH PUZZLE MENGGUNAKAN ALGORITMA FISHER-YATES SHUFFLE BERBASIS ANDROID
Authors: Virginia Maria , Ginting Jusia Amanda
Published: March 2024

Games are one of the entertainment facilities that are in great demand by various groups and ages. Not just games, games can also be an interesting learning intermediary so that the learning process becomes more enjoyable. The use of games as a learning intermediary can improve the quality of learning because children are not easily bored in teaching and learning activities. A game that is suitable to support the quality of children's learning is a puzzle game where puzzle games train children to focus and solve the puzzles. The algorithm used to create the puzzle game is Fisher-Yates Shuffle. The Fisher-Yates Shuffle method is an algorithm that generates random permutations of an infinite set, in other words to randomize a set. The result of this research is an android-based puzzle educational game that implements the Fisher-Yates Shuffle algorithm to randomize puzzle objects so that users cannot memorize the position of objects. 
VEHICLE LICENSE PLATE DETECTION USING YOLO ALGORITHM
Authors: Nugraha Kenneth Christoper , Sipayung Evasaria Magdalena
Published: March 2024

Urban population growth has created challenges in efficient parking space management. Manual data collection is time-consuming and error-prone, especially at night. Modern technology-based solutions are urgently needed. This research focuses on an innovative parking management system using YOLO for real-time object detection, including license plates. The objective is to assess the YOLO algorithm's accuracy in license plate detection. The methodology follows software development best practices, utilizing Python and Tkinter GUI for an intuitive interface. YOLO and EasyOCR enable object detection and character recognition. Results show high accuracy: 88.8% for HD and 86.3% for sub-HD resolutions. YOLO proves reliable for license plate data collection, reducing manual intervention and enhancing parking management.
Basic study of kanji recognition patterns in non-kanji-background Japanese learners based on eye-movement analysis
Authors: Fukuda Makiko
Published: March 2024

Learning kanji is one of the greatest challenges that non-kanji-background Japanese learners face. Kanji have a complicated structure and are fundamentally different from the characters of the Latin alphabet. Recognising them can thus be difficult for learners from places whose writing systems do not include kanji. Studies on the fixation and eye movements observed in kanji recognition by such learners are therefore important to clarify the kanji-recognition and -learning process. The present study attempts to shed light on this subject by using an eye-tracker to study such eye movements.

The analysis of the data obtained from the fixation and eye-movement experiments shows that students exhibit different kanji recognition patterns depending on how long they have been studying kanji: while students who have been studying kanji for a short time tend to look repeatedly at different parts of the kanji to grasp its shape and structure, those with more experience exhibit a pattern more similar to that of native Japanese speakers.
Introducción
Authors: Uliana Chiara , Portnova Tatjana , Ito-Morales Kyoko
Published: March 2024

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Diseño y elaboración de materiales didácticos audiovisuales en el marco del Speech Repository de la Dirección General de Interpretación de la Comisión Europea
Authors: Jimenez Ivars Maria Amparo , Blasco Mayor Maria Jesús
Published: March 2024

En este trabajo se presentan los resultados de un proyecto de innovación educativa[1] de diseño y elaboración de vídeos destinados a la plataforma europea de discursos en vídeo Speech Repository, de la Dirección General de Interpretación de la Comisión Europea. Dicha plataforma se creó con el fin de ofrecer a las universidades europeas materiales en formato vídeo destinados a la formación en interpretación de conferencia. En la didáctica de la interpretación de conferencia, la necesidad de contar con material audiovisual compuesto por discursos adaptados a cada nivel es imprescindible para el aprendizaje y progresión de los aprendices. La formación de intérpretes a través de vídeos, además del profesor, las transcripciones y el material en formato audio, es ya un hecho en los laboratorios de formación de intérpretes de la mayoría de centros formativos. Las instituciones europeas, cuya labor depende diariamente de intérpretes cualificados, manifiestan así la importancia que otorgan a la formación en interpretación de conferencia, uno de los pilares fundamentales para el sostenimiento de la Unión Europea. [1] Proyecto realizado con financiación de la Universitat Jaume I en el marco de los Proyectos de Innovación Educativa General (2012-2013).
La traducción de la literatura chinoamericana: análisis de las dos versiones castellanas de The Joy Luck Club de Amy Tan
Authors: Wang Chenying
Published: March 2024

Amy Tan, figura representativa de la literatura chinoamericana, consiguió un éxito sin precedentes tanto de crítica como en el mercado con su primera novela The Joy Luck Club. Esta autora logró que las editoriales del mundo occidental volvieran a depositar su atención en la literatura chinoamericana, una rama importante de las literaturas étnicas e híbridas. En este artículo realizaremos un análisis comparativo y descriptivo de las dos versiones castellanas de The Joy Luck Club con el fin de reflexionar sobre cómo traducir el multiculturalismo, el tercer código y la hibridación lingüística y cultural por las que se caracterizan las obras postcoloniales, que en sí mismas ya constituyen una traducción cultural; en concreto, exploraremos si la extranjerización o la familiarización resultan suficientemente eficaces a la hora de traducir estos textos postcoloniales.
Enrique Turover, el inventor de palabras
Authors: Fernández Vernet Enrique
Published: March 2024

Autor de el diccionario fundamental hasta el día de hoy para los rusistas hispanoparlantes, Genrik (o Enrique) Turover fue titular durante 16 años de la cátedra de Traducción e Interpretación del Instituto Maurice Thorez de Moscú, el más prestigioso centro lingüístico de la antigua Unión Soviética. Mi tocayo y yo nos conocimos compartiendo cabina en Granada, en un seminario de interpretación ruso-español en los años noventa y nuestros caminos se han cruzado en numerosas ocasiones en los organismos internacionales de Ginebra.