bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
50 CONCEPTOS DE DERECHO PROCESAL
Authors: González Pulido Irene , Reifarth Muñoz Walter
Published: November 2024

El objetivo fundamental de la presenta obra es el de ofrecer al estudiantado de Ciencias Sociales y Jurídicas una primera aproximación conceptual a los términos esenciales que permiten adentrarse en el conocimiento del Derecho público y la Criminología. Además de identificar las voces que disponen de una importancia capital en este concreto ámbito, se han añadido ejemplos ilustrativos de cada uno de ellos para facilitar su comprensión y su correcta aplicación en cada una de las áreas de conocimiento objeto de análisis. De igual forma, la obra contiene una primera aproximación explicativa e intuitiva de las distintas áreas de conocimiento que se ven reflejadas en la publicación (Derecho Administrativo, Derecho Constitucional, Derecho Financiero y Tributario, Derecho Internacional Público, Derecho del Trabajo, Derecho Penal y Criminología y Derecho Procesal), así como de las principales referencias normativas que conviene manejar con soltura para introducirse en el mundo jurídico. Se pretende, por tanto, avanzar en el diseño de materiales docentes innovadores que hagan más amable el estudio del Derecho Público, pensando especialmente en el estudiantado que se encuentra más allá de los muros de las tradicionales Facultades de Derecho.
Shared Vocabulary and Grammatical Influences Between Russian and Lithuanian
Authors: Urbaite Gerda
Published: November 2024

The linguistic relationship between Russian and Lithuanian is shaped by centuries of cultural and political interaction, resulting in a complex blend of shared vocabulary and subtle grammatical influences. This study analyzes key areas where Russian has left its mark on Lithuanian, particularly in governance, everyday life, and technology, while highlighting how Lithuanian has adapted these borrowings through phonetic and semantic shifts. Despite extensive contact, Lithuanian has retained its unique grammatical features, demonstrating significant resistance to external influences. The article also explores the sociopolitical factors that fueled language preservation efforts, particularly during the 20th century, and examines the broader cultural implications of this linguistic exchange. The findings underscore the significance of linguistic resilience and the ongoing efforts to maintain linguistic purity in the Baltic region, serving as a testament to the enduring power of cultural identity.
A RESPONSABILIZAÇÃO DOS AGENTES PÚBLICOS POR FRAUDES NAS AQUISIÇÕES PÚBLICAS DURANTE A PANDEMIA DE COVID-19
Authors: Silva Josué Marciel da
Published: November 2024

This is a scientific production whose theme is the accountability of public agents for fraud in public procurement during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Law of Administrative Improbity has been standing out in several aspects of the legal system and evolving in terms of legal and current protection, giving concreteness to the constitutional demand of art. 37, § 4.º, in order to effectively protect administrative morality, valuing honesty in dealing with public matters. For this, penalties have been sanctioned when there is disrespect for probity. This work was dedicated to analyzing the cases of accountability of public agents for fraud in acquisitions during the pandemic period of COVID-19, making an analysis of the concepts brought by the doctrinators and characterizing the improbable conduct, based on the principles of the Federal Constitution of 1988 and especially in compliance with Law No. 14230/21, which provides for administrative impropriety. The methodology used was a descriptive and exploratory literature review, with a qualitative approach. Regarding the results obtained, it is correct to state that during the pandemic period, mainly between the years 2020 and 2021, several public agents were involved in embezzlement, as shown in cases I, II, III and IV. As a result, there is passive corruption, which is practiced by the public agent who requests or receives, for himself or for another person of his interest, either directly or indirectly, any undue advantage due to the position he occupies.
OTIMIZAÇÃO DE MISTURAS DE CONCRETO PARA REDUÇÃO DE CUSTOS COM USO DE POZOLANA
Authors: Rezende Bruno Fiori Guariza de , Gonçalves Gabriel Pereira , Gabetto Netto José Luiz Lopes
Published: November 2024

Concrete is the primary source for the development of civil engineering projects. In Brazil, its use reaches approximately 40 million cubic meters per year. As a result, concrete production is a central element in civil engineering, being used in a wide range of applications, from foundations to large structures. However, the costs associated with concrete production represent a significant portion of the total costs of a project. Therefore, the search for methods that can reduce these costs without compromising the quality and durability of structures is of utmost importance for the sector. The main objective of this work is to explore effective methods for optimizing concrete mixtures using additives or applying alternative materials in order to guarantee the quality of the product, with the aim of improving its physical-mechanical and economic characteristics. To achieve this goal, the following specific objectives were defined: to analyze the physical and mechanical properties of different concrete formulations, to identify the main factors that influence concrete production costs, to develop optimization models for concrete mixtures based on economic and performance criteria, and to evaluate the technical and economic feasibility of the proposed solutions in case studies. During the development of the research, comprehensive literature reviews were carried out to understand the latest trends and practices related to concrete production. In addition, laboratory experiments were conducted to analyze the physical and mechanical properties of different concrete formulations, taking into account the influence of variables such as type of aggregate and the use of pozzolan as an additive to improve concrete. Based on the data researched and the tests developed, it was possible to present pozzolan as a satisfactory additive for addition to concrete, since it reduces production costs while maintaining the essential properties of concrete, such as compressive strength, durability and workability. And because it is a more sustainable material, it reduces environmental damage.
RASTREAMENTO DE ATRASO OU TRANSTORNO DO NEURODESENVOLVIMENTO INFANTIL NA ATENÇÃO PRIMÁRIA A SAÚDE PELO ENFERMEIRO: REVISÃO NARRATIVA DE LITERATURA
Authors: Correa Renata Nunes , Gouveia Amanda Ouriques de , Souza Julyany Rocha Barrozo de , Borges Renata Campos de Sousa , Silva Lais Araújo Tavares
Published: November 2024

O rastreamento de atraso ou transtorno do neurodesenvolvimento infantil na Atenção Primária à Saúde (APS) pelo enfermeiro é uma estratégia importante para identificar precocemente crianças em risco e possibilitar intervenções oportunas. O objetivo deste trabalho é avaliar a literatura sobre o rastreamento de atrasos ou transtornos do neurodesenvolvimento infantil na APS, trazendo conceitos e fatores de riscos e enfatizando o papel do enfermeiro nesse processo. A literatura revisada demonstra que o rastreamento sistemático na APS pode melhorar os resultados a longo prazo, permitindo intervenções precoces e reduzindo o impacto negativo desses transtornos na vida da criança e de sua família. Além disso, os enfermeiros desempenham um papel fundamental na promoção da saúde e na educação das famílias, contribuindo para o desenvolvimento saudável da criança. Portanto, o rastreamento de atraso ou transtorno de neurodesenvolvimento infantil na APS é uma prática essencial para garantir o bem-estar e o desenvolvimento saudável das crianças.
METAIS PESADOS E SEUS EFEITOS NA SAÚDE HUMANA: REVISÃO DE LITERATURA
Authors:   Sibele Silveira, Musadis Carolina Athanassiosa
Published: November 2024

Heavy metals are elements found in the environment by both natural processes and human activities, some are essential for the body such as iron, copper and zinc, while others, such as mercury, lead, cadmium and arsenic, are toxic and can cause serious damage to health, even at low concentrations or in prolonged exhibitions. Exposure to these metals occurs by ingestion, inhalation or contact, leading to accumulation in organs such as liver, kidneys and brain, with varied toxic effects according to metal and exposure. As for heavy metal detection techniques, AAS is an effective analytical technique for the detection of metals at moderate concentrations, with versions that vary in sensitivity and cost, such as flame and graphite oven AAS. ICP-MS offers high sensitivity and multielement capacity, ideal for detailed analyses in various samples. ICP-OES is robust and allows simultaneous analysis of multiple elements, being useful in environmental monitoring and quality control. Portable sensors, in turn, represent an advance in the monitoring of heavy metals, enabling rapid and accurate analysis in the place of collection. As for exposure biomarkers, that is, the biological parameters that indicate the presence and level of these metals in the body, as well as the chemical form of metal, are obtained through samples such as blood, urine, hair and nails. Thus, growing environmental contamination requires monitoring, decontamination and public policies to reduce exposure. Therefore, this review aims to examine the toxicity and methods of detection of major heavy metals.
ESTUDO QUANTITATIVO E QUALITATIVO DE PROCEDIMENTOS ESTÉTICOS E CIRURGIA PLÁSTICA EM UM GRUPO DE ESTUDANTES DE MEDICINA DE UMA UNIVERSIDADE NO PARAGUAI
Authors: Andrade Ana Carolina de , Rodrigues Agatha Xavier , Souza Elri Jéssica Lima de , Silva Luana Abra da , Araújo Mikaella Justina , Medeiros Victória Noronha de
Published: November 2024

Avaliar o percentual de um grupo de estudantes de medicina de uma universidade no Paraguai para analisar quantos foram submetidos a procedimentos estéticos ou cirurgia plástica, bem como a qualidade de sua experiência. Além disso, busca analisar as motivações por trás desses procedimentos e os tipos mais comuns, proporcionando um panorama da saúde estética desse grupo.
IMPACTOS DA FISIOTERAPIA NA REDUÇÃO DAS DORES MUSCULOESQUELÉTICAS EM MULHERES ADULTAS COM LOMBALGIA, UMA REVISÃO DE LITERATURA
Authors: Silva Mádava Da , Gomes Silas Antonio Martins Dos Santos , Melo Cíntia
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Low back pain is defined as one of the leading causes of disability in adult women, primarily affecting functionality and well-being. Physiotherapy aims to provide comfort and improve quality of life through strategies that seek to minimize the discomfort caused by this condition. This paper analyzes and presents physiotherapy techniques for reducing musculoskeletal pain in adult women with low back pain. Objective: The objective was to identify the most effective approaches for symptom relief and functional rehabilitation of these patients. Methodology: The structure is a literature review, composed of articles published between 2018 and 2024 from databases such as PubMed, BVS, Lilacs, and Scielo. Descriptors in both Portuguese and English were used according to DeCS/MeSH (Health Sciences Descriptors). Keywords were applied with filters for language (Portuguese and English), publication year (2018-2024), article type (clinical trial, observational study), and full-text availability. Results: The search highlighted the results of physiotherapy, particularly through specific stability exercises and pain neuroscience education. These interventions significantly reduced pain and improved the quality of life in women with low back pain, as the overall prevalence of low back pain was notably higher in women compared to men. Discussion: Various techniques were examined to evaluate the main evidence on the impacts of physiotherapy in reducing musculoskeletal pain in adult women with low back pain. There was some complexity in finding evidence that specifically addressed the topic. Conclusion: Physiotherapists are trained to rehabilitate and prevent, playing a crucial role in pain reduction, functional improvement, and improving lives. They hold an essential and indispensable role in this context.
Cyber Attacks Detection And Mitigation Using Machine Learning In Smart Grid Systems
Authors:   Industrial and Systems Engineering, College of Engineering, Lamar University, Beaumont, TX, 77710, USA, Alam Khorshed , Imran Md Al ,   Phillip M. Drayer Department of Electrical Engineering, College of Engineering, Lamar University, Beaumont, TX, 77710, USA, Mahmud Upal ,   Project Manager, Imperious Engineering, Mohakhali, Dhaka, 1216, Bangladesh, Fathah Abdullah Al ,   Phillip M. Drayer Department of Electrical Engineering, College of Engineering, Lamar University, Beaumont, TX, 77710, USA
Published: November 2024

The increasing complexity and interconnectedness of smart grid systems have heightened their vulnerability to cyber threats, necessitating advanced solutions for securing these critical infrastructures. This study aims to explore the potential of AI-driven predictive analytics in enhancing the cybersecurity and operational efficiency of smart grids. By leveraging the systematic approach of the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines, a comprehensive review of 1,526 initial articles was conducted, which was subsequently narrowed down through rigorous screening and evaluation to a final set of 127 high-quality studies. The review reveals that machine learning models, such as neural networks and time series forecasting, significantly enhance the early detection and mitigation of cyber threats, allowing grid operators to take proactive measures to safeguard against disruptions. Additionally, the integration of AI with real-time data analytics was found to optimize load forecasting, predict equipment failures, and improve overall grid resilience, leading to reduced downtime and operational costs. However, significant challenges related to data privacy, scalability, and integration with legacy systems persist. The findings suggest that techniques like federated learning and blockchain integration could address these challenges, though further research is needed to enhance model robustness and efficiency. This review provides critical insights into the practical applications of AI in smart grid cybersecurity, highlighting both the benefits and the barriers that must be overcome to achieve widespread adoption.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN CREATIVITY AND INTELLIGENCE ON PERFORMANCE OF ECONOMICS STUDENTS OF SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN BENUE STATE, NIGERIA
Authors: SALIHU ABDULLAHI GALLE PhD  , AUDI ABUBAKAR AHMED PhD  , KWOKU ILIYASU SULE
Published: November 2024

The study investigated the relationship between creativity and intelligence on performance of Economics students of secondary schools in Benue State, Nigeria. Three research questions and three hypotheses guided the study. Population comprises of all 21,333 students offering Economics from 27 public secondary school in Benue State, Nigeria, and 377 were used as a sample size of the study. Torrance Tests of Creative Thinking (TTCT) and Standardized IQ test (Scores from Economics examinations) were used as instruments for data collection. The TTCT and Standardized IQ were validated and pilot tested, which yielded 0.79, 078 validity indexes for TTCT and Standardized IQ. In addition, the reliability indexes of 0.76 and 0.79 for TTCT and Standardized IQ. Mean and standard deviation was used to answer research question, Pearson’s correlation coefficient and multiple regression analysis was used for testing hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The findings revealed that, there is no significant relationship between creativity, performance of students offering Economics, there is a significant relationship between intelligence and performance of students offering Economics, and there is a significant relationship between creativity, intelligence and performance of students offering Economics secondary schools in Benue State. The study recommended that, schools should incorporate creative teaching strategies, organize workshops for teachers, and adopt comprehensive assessment methods to evaluate both intelligence and creativity, promoting a broader approach to academic excellence in Economics.
Resource Description and Access (RDA): enhancing information discovery through effective description
Authors: Thuku Catherine
Published: November 2024

Rationale of Study – Resource Description and Access (RDA) is the new cataloguing content standard providing instructions and guidelines for creating effective bibliographic data for information resources in all formats of content and media. It replaces the Anglo-American Cataloguing Rules, 2nd edition (AACR-2). This paper seeks to draw the attention of librarians to RDA as a means of promoting its application.Methodology – This study was conducted as a literature review analysing the origins and rationale of RDA, its structure, benefits, relationship with AACR-2, and how to implement it in libraries in developing countries such as Kenya.Findings – RDA is founded on established cataloguing principles, standards and models. It is schema-neutral and can work with the existing cataloguing formats such as Machine-Readable Cataloguing (MARC), formats for interchange of data over the Internet such as Extensible Markup Language (XML) and other structures that may be developed in the future. It is user-focused utilising terminology that is widely used and describes resources in a way that promotes specific user tasks - find, identify, select and obtain information resources as a way of enhancing their use.Implications – This paper can be used by librarians to understand the benefits of RDA as a cataloguing platform and adopt the same to enhance the findability of information resources through effective description and access.Originality – Although this paper relies on existing scientific literature, it provides new perspectives for the Kenyan context. To that extent, it is original.
Psychological Capital and Information Literacy Skills as Determinants of Job Performance of Academic Library Employees in State Universities in South West, Nigeria
Authors: O. Popoola Sunday , Peter Tabuke William
Published: November 2024

Rationale of Study – This study investigated psychological capital and information literacy skills as determinants of job performance of academic library employees of state universities in South-West, Nigeria. The specific objectives are to determine the levels of psychological capital, information literacy skills and job performance of the respondents and to ascertain the relationships among psychological capital and job performance of the respondents.Methodology – The survey research design was adopted. The total enumeration technique and validated questionnaire were used to gather data on a population size of 140 academic library employees with 100 percent response rate achieved.Findings – The findings revealed that psychological capital (r=0.636, p<0.05) and information literacy skills (r=0.682, p<0.05) had significant relationships with job performance of the respondents. Also, psychological capital had significant relationship with information literacy skills of the respondents (r=0.716; P<0.05). More importantly, psychological capital and information literacy skills significantly determined job performance of the respondents (F=60.004, df=2; 115; Adjusted R square=0.5020; P<0.05).Implications – The study demonstrates that psychological capital and information literacy skills are critical ingredients in enhancing job performance of academic library employees in state universities in South-West, Nigeria.Originality – Few study has been done on psychological capital and information literacy in relation to job performance of academic library employees.
Une féminité contre une autre. Femmes, féminité et féminisme au sein de la pensée africaine-américaine du xixe siècle
Authors: Provost Mickaëlle
Published: November 2024

L’autrice cherche à éclairer l’articulation des signifiants « femmes » et « féminité » au sein du mouvement suffragiste aux États-Unis et de la pensée africaine-américaine du XIXe siècle. Afin de comprendre les usages concurrents de ces catégories et les expériences ou les conflits qu’elles enveloppent, l’autrice s’intéresse d’abord aux réappropriations par les féministes blanches de l’idée de féminité dans la lutte pour le suffrage féminin et à l’exclusion des femmes noires (leurs perspectives, pensées et expériences) au sein du mouvement suffragiste. Elle revient ensuite sur les déplacements réalisés par les militantes, oratrices et intellectuelles africaines-américaines dans la redéfinition d’une féminité exemplaire, porteuse d’universalité, venant déstabiliser les critères d’appartenance au groupe des femmes. En s’appuyant en particulier sur la pensée d’Anna Julia Cooper (1858-1964), l’autrice entend souligner la force de la conceptualisation africaine-américaine de la féminité dans la lutte contre les oppressions entremêlées de sexe, de race et de classe et dans l’affirmation d’une politique radicalement transformatrice, qui dépasse la seule revendication pour le suffrage.
(Éco)féminin, (éco)féministe : subsistance et ambivalences des usages des féminités en Afrique de l’Ouest
Authors: Bahaffou Myriam
Published: November 2024

Cet article rend compte de potentielles émancipations féministes au nom de valeurs traditionnelles féminines (rôle nourricier des femmes, attachement à la terre) en Afrique de l’Ouest. L’article accuse deux éléments de rendre ces féminités illisibles : d’une part, une définition occidentale de l’émancipation, essentiellement basée sur la critique de la tradition et des rôles de genre et promouvant ainsi un idéal d’autonomie individuelle et d’indépendance économique inadapté à la réalité sociale ouest-africaine; d’autre part, la persistance du paradigme développementiste qui a enfermé la réalité des femmes africaines dans une course au développement dont elles partaient déjà perdantes. Ces deux éléments conditionnent ainsi tout féminisme à un arrachement (littéral et symbolique) à la nature. Comme les femmes rurales ouest-africaines n’obéissent pas à ce modèle, les féminités en action sont renvoyées du côté de la tradition non seulement par le féminisme libéral, mais également par le paradigme moderne-développementiste, ce qui les rend inaudibles. L’écoféminisme, parce qu’il vise d’une part à révéler la consubstantialité du soin de la terre et du projet féministe, et d’autre part, à situer les utilisations et les subversions des féminités à des fins féministes et écologiques, peut servir d’outil de traduction de ces féminités, à la condition essentielle qu’il soit décolonial et porté sur la subsistance. Enfin, cet article met en lumière les conditions de production de trois formes de féminités à la lumière du développement : la féminité bourgeoise, définie par la sphère domestique et l’externalisation du travail, la féminité indépendante et autonome, basée sur l’accumulation économique et la sortie de la sphère reproductive, et enfin, la féminité « sorcière », qui naît précisément en réaction au néolibéralisme.
Surréalisme, métaphores et autofictions dans le cinéma d’animation de Michèle Cournoyer
Authors: Saint-Pierre Marie-Josée
Published: November 2024

Michèle Cournoyer est l’une des figures les plus importantes de l’animation contemporaine en Amérique du Nord. Dans ses courts métrages, elle utilise l’animation comme un art au potentiel illimité pour exprimer des sujets difficiles et met de l’avant l’autoreprésentation surréaliste et fictive. Si l’on examine son travail d’un point de vue féministe, son apport à la discipline est essentiel. Elle a été l’une des pionnières de la production d’œuvres féministes au Québec et elle démontre un talent remarquable pour représenter l’expérience intime, y compris la sexualité, les désirs, le rapport au corps et de nombreux autres thèmes féministes d’une manière différente de celle des médias de masse. Cet article présente le travail de Michèle Cournoyer dans le contexte plus large de la création des femmes en animation cinématographique. Il explore l’impact de son désengagement vis-à-vis de l’appareillage numérique et la manière dont le rejet des dispositifs informatiques stimule son potentiel créatif.
Startled Stomach: Contemporary Indigeneity and Sensorial “Culture Shock” in Aljenljeng Tjaluvie’s Paiwan Pop Music
Authors: Yu Yi-Jen
Published: November 2024

In 2016, Aljenljeng ended a thirteen-year hiatus and returned to the pop music scene in Taiwan with her first solo album, all in the Paiwan language, Vavayan. Formerly a Mandopop singer, Aljenljeng used to be known by the Chinese stage name Abao and sang only in Mandarin Chinese. Her choice to compose and sing the whole album in Paiwan signals a critical re-evaluation of Mandopop culture and its lyrical paradigm, which normalized Mandarin monolingualism as both the index of musical modernity in Taiwan and the lingua franca of Mandopop’s internationalization during the 1990s and early 2000s. Aljenljeng’s Paiwan turn was an effort to disrupt both Mandopop’s consumption of Indigenous music in Taiwan and the settler structure of feeling. Aljenljeng’s audiovisual expressions, sensorial experiences, and depictions of contact between Indigenous and non-Indigenous cultures in Taiwan generate meaningful Indigenous-initiated transcultural conversations. Aljenljeng’s video for “Minetjus” (which translates as “startled” or “shocked”) counters settler (over)consumption by placing settler, rather than Indigenous, individuals in the position of being observed, absorbed, transformed, and compelled to adapt. Amid the rhythmic naming of an array of Paiwan dishes in the song and video, the singer playfully cautions, “Don’t eat too much, otherwise your stomach will be startled.” Here, the Paiwan idiom for stomachache, “to have one’s stomach startled/shocked,” signifies both an openness to intercultural exposure and a rejection of the settler desire to digest and consume. Extending from the music tradition of the Paiwan, one of the sixteen Indigenous nations on the island, Aljenljeng’s work affirms intercultural curiosity on the premise of Indigenous sensory and emotional sovereignty, further fostering the possibility of interethnic dialogue in multicultural contemporary Taiwan.
Decisive Factors for IT Ecosystem Development in Moravica District, Serbia
Authors: Blagojević Marija , Papić Miloš , Milošević Danijela , Petrović Darko
Published: November 2024

The research presents the role of the Information Technology study program, offered at the Faculty of Technical Sciences Čačak, in the development of the IT ecosystem in the Moravica District in Serbia. The data was collected from the companies and their employees, as well as on the percentage of the students and graduates of the mentioned study program in these companies. The correlation between the growth of the number of companies and the development of the study program was measured and the Pearson's coefficient (0.755) was calculated, which points to the existence of a strong relationship between the number of students enrolled in the IT study program and the number of IT companies in the Moravica District. Future work relates to further monitoring of the IT ecosystem and improvement of the study program following the market needs.
Multi-criteria analysis of need factors for developing a Machine Learning-based system to track employees' digital activity
Authors: Bogdanović Dušan , Sladojević Srđan , Arsenović Marko , Anderla Andraš
Published: November 2024

The necessity of developing a system for Machine Learning (ML)-based employee digital activity monitoring is examined in this study. The need for developing and using ML-based remote employee monitoring systems in companies is assessed using the benefits associated with them. The development of such a system would require the application of suitable prediction models in addition to Machine learning methodologies and techniques. A Multi-criteria analysis is carried out on a sample of 102 superiors from IT (53 respondents) and non-IT (49 respondents) companies that allow their employees to work remotely, in order to determine the necessity of developing such a system. Applying the Multi-criteria Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP), it is seen that among the respondents from IT companies, the enhancement of remote employees' job quality is the most significant factor for the development and deployment of this type of system. Conversely, non-IT respondents highlighted increased employee productivity as the primary advantage of the system implementation.
HTTP embedded web server and its application for air parameters monitoring
Authors: Begović Tijana , Mandić Zorana , Kukrić Nikola , Lubura Slobodan
Published: November 2024

Embedded systems find extensive applications in various aspects of daily life and their presence in the highly connected world of today is growing. With a large number of remote devices and sensors, there is a growing need for remote data processing. Microcontrollers, often integral components of such devices, can enable remote data manipulation through the implementation of a web server called embedded web servers. The implementation of a server on such a system poses challenges, such as limited resources, so it is crucial for the web server implementation to be compatible with the available resources. This paper focuses on the requirements for the implementation of a web server. Also, an embedded web server has been designed for specific application of monitoring air parameters. The implementation utilizes the LwIP stack and allows for remote access to measurement results within a local network. The paper will delve into the operational principles of both the web server and the entire system.
Thermal and mechanical piston influence on photoacoustic signal
Authors: Dragaš Milica , Miletić Vesna , Galović Slobodanka , Nešić Mioljub , Đorđevic Кatarina
Published: November 2024

In this work, the influence of the thermal and mechanical piston effects over the frequency at which the amplitudes of the components of the photoacoustic signal resulting from these two effects are equalized. The analysis was done in the measuring range 10 to 20kHz. An aluminum sample illuminated with modulated light, whose thickness varies from 10 to 1000 microns, was considered. It is important for development reliable inverse procedures and determination various properties of samples from experimental measurement.
Ne-entitní konceptualizace jako přístup v sociální pedagogice
Authors:   Masarykova univerzita v Brně, Filozofická fakulta, Černý Michal
Published: November 2024

The present theoretical study focuses on reconceptualising the ontological model applied in social pedagogy from an entity-oriented to a distributed model of a dynamically changing network. The paper demonstrates how the novel conceptualisation can address intricate social pedagogy scenarios, including career counselling, defining social pedagogy, environmental grief, identity formation and engagement with social pedagogy target groups or integrating artificial intelligence in teaching. The study aims to introduce this novel way of thinking and acting into social pedagogical theory and practice and demonstrate the advantages of abandoning the entity-oriented approach.
Overview of Brinjal (Solanum melongena L.) Pests and Their Management: A Review
Authors: Dwarka  , Chadar Nisha , Thakur Shobharam , Parveen Sheeren , Parmar Shradha , Maneesha  , Ahirwar Manoj Kumar
Published: November 2024

Brinjal (eggplant or aubergine), a widely cultivated vegetable in tropical and subtropical regions, faces significant threats from a variety of insect pests. These pests cause substantial damage at different stages of crop growth, leading to reduced yields and compromised fruit quality. This review provides a comprehensive overview on the major insect pests that affect brinjal cultivation, focusing on their biology, damage mechanisms, and current management practices. Special emphasis is placed on integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, combining cultural, biological and chemical control methods to promote sustainable brinjal production.
The Impact of Digital Transformation on Service Models and Employee Skill Requirements in Taiwan's Real Estate Brokerage Industry
Authors: Lee Chih-Yang , Chiang Hsiang-Tsai
Published: November 2024

This paper investigates how digital transformation impacts service delivery models and employee skill requirements in Taiwan's real estate brokerage industry. Through a multiple-case comparison approach, data was collected from 200 participants across real estate firms to examine organizational adaptation to technological change. The research employed structural equation modeling and hierarchical linear modeling to analyze relationships between compensation satisfaction (β = 0.45, p < 0.001), digital competency levels, and internal case circulation patterns. Results demonstrate that digital technologies significantly reshape brokerage operations, with digitalized companies achieving 32% higher client acquisition rates and 45% reduction in transaction processing time. Analysis reveals that employee digital literacy accounts for 28% of performance variance, while organizational support systems explain 23% of technology adoption rates. The findings extend service innovation literature by establishing empirical links between compensation systems and digital transformation success, providing a practical framework for technology integration in Taiwan's real estate sector. This research offers evidence-based recommendations for firms implementing digitalization strategies and developing employee capabilities in response to industry evolution.
Business Strategies in the Women’s Spa Industry in Taiwan: A Case Study of Bonjomay Spa
Authors: Peng Chun-Mei
Published: November 2024

The global spa industry is expected to exceed US$185 billion by 2030. This study investigates how spas can respond to competition and risks and operate sustainably.
Despite advances in technology, beauty spas cannot avoid direct person-to-person contact. Such contact is necessary to convey service value and establish trust. This study uses a case study method to share the key success factors of the case company. The company examined in this case study is able to flourish despite fierce competition and survive the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic because (1) the company effectively integrates its founding mission into its corporate vision to create a resilient corporate culture and (2) the company is committed to treating its customers and employees sincerely and kindly.
The Role of Biotechnology in Shaping the Future of Modern Agriculture
Authors: Singh K K , Ishar Arvind Kumar , Singh Smita , Changdeo Walunjkar Babasaheb , Kashyap Srishtty , Saini Kritika , Ramesh G , Swamy G Narayana
Published: November 2024

Biotechnology stands as a cornerstone in the evolution of modern agriculture, offering an array of innovative solutions poised to revolutionize crop productivity, enhance nutritional quality, and foster environmental sustainability. This comprehensive review delves into the multifaceted role of biotechnology in shaping the future landscape of agriculture, encompassing diverse realms such as genetic engineering, molecular breeding, and microbial biotechnology. Spanning from crop improvement to pest and disease management, soil health, and sustainable agriculture practices, the applications of biotechnology in agriculture are far-reaching and profound. Genetic engineering emerges as a powerful tool in the arsenal of agricultural biotechnology, facilitating the precise manipulation of plant genomes to confer desirable traits such as increased yield, enhanced nutritional content, and resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses. Molecular breeding techniques complement this approach, leveraging advances in genomics and bioinformatics to expedite the breeding process and develop high-performing crop varieties tailored to specific agroecological contexts, microbial biotechnology emerges as a pivotal force in sustainable agriculture, harnessing the power of beneficial microorganisms to improve soil fertility, enhance nutrient uptake, and suppress plant pathogens. From biofertilizers and biopesticides to bioremediation and phytoremediation, microbial-based solutions hold immense potential in mitigating environmental degradation and promoting agroecosystem resilience, the widespread adoption of biotechnology in agriculture is not devoid of societal, economic, and ethical considerations. Regarding food safety, environmental impact, and socio-economic equity underscore the need for rigorous regulatory frameworks and robust risk assessment protocols to ensure the responsible deployment of biotechnological innovations, public perceptions and fostering dialogue between stakeholders are essential for building trust and garnering support for biotechnology in agriculture. Education, transparency, and stakeholder engagement are paramount in navigating the complex terrain of biotechnology governance and fostering an enabling environment for innovation, the current state and future prospects of biotechnology in agriculture, this review endeavors to inform policymakers, researchers, and stakeholders about the transformative potential of biotechnology to address pressing global challenges such as food security, climate change, and environmental sustainability. Embracing the opportunities afforded by biotechnology holds the key to unlocking a more resilient, equitable, and sustainable agricultural future.
Clinical Management of Uterine Prolapse in a Multiparous Persian Cat: A Case Report
Authors: Charan G. Sai , Sravika K. , Thokala Jayanth Sai Kumar Reddy , Ramana K. Venkata , Reddy K. Chandra Shekar , Singh L. Ram
Published: November 2024

This case report deals with the clinical management of uterine prolapse in a 3.5 years old Persian cat with the history of prior parturition. The prolapsed mass was displaying congestion, enlargement, edema and mild straining with no lacerations or injuries. After thorough cleaning, reduction of edema and antiseptic dressing, the prolapsed uterus was repositioned properly. Purse string suture was applied to prevent reoccurrence. The queen showed good response to the manual correction, with no complications. This report demonstrates effective clinical management of postpartum uterine prolapse by manual repositioning in a queen cat avoiding surgical intervention.
Mechanistic and structural studies of KDM‐catalysed demethylation of histone 1 isotype 4 at lysine 26
Authors: Walport Louise J. , Hopkinson Richard J. , Chowdhury Rasheduzzaman , Zhang Yijia , Bonnici Joanna , Schiller Rachel , Kawamura Akane , Schofield Christopher J.
Published: August 2018

N‐Methylation of lysyl residues is widely observed on histone proteins. Using isolated enzymes, we report mechanistic and structural studies on histone lysine demethylase (KDM)‐catalysed demethylation of Nε‐methylated lysine 26 on histone 1 isotype 4 (H1.4). The results reveal that methylated H1.4K26 is a substrate for all members of the KDM4 subfamily and that KDM4A‐catalysed demethylation of H1.4K26me3 peptide is similarly efficient to that of H3K9me3. Crystallographic studies of an H1.4K26me3:KDM4A complex reveal a conserved binding geometry to that of H3K9me3. In the light of the high activity of the KDM4s on this mark, our results suggest JmjC KDM‐catalysed demethylation of H1.4K26 may be as prevalent as demethylation on the H3 tail and warrants further investigation in cells.
Framework for the quantitative assessment of adaptive radiation therapy protocols
Authors: Weppler Sarah , Quon Harvey , Banerjee Robyn , Schinkel Colleen , Smith Wendy
Published: August 2018

Background

Adaptive radiation therapy (ART) “flags,” such as change in external body contour or relative weight loss, are widely used to identify which head and neck cancer (HNC) patients may benefit from replanned treatment. Despite the popularity of ART, few published quantitative approaches verify the accuracy of replan candidate identification, especially with regards to the simple flagging approaches that are considered current standard of practice. We propose a quantitative evaluation framework, demonstrated through the assessment of a single institution's clinical ART flag: change in body contour exceeding 1.5 cm.

Methods

Ground truth replan criteria were established by surveying HNC radiation oncologists. Patient‐specific dose deviations were approximated by using weekly acquired CBCT images to deform copies of the CT simulation, yielding during treatment “synthetic CTs.” The original plan reapplied to the synthetic CTs estimated interfractional dose deposition and truth table analysis compared ground truth flagging with the clinical ART metric. This process was demonstrated by assessing flagged fractions for 15 HNC patients whose body contour changed by >1.5 cm at some point in their treatment.

Results

Survey results indicated that geometric shifts of high‐dose volumes relative to image‐guided radiation therapy alignment of bony anatomy were of most interest to HNC physicians. This evaluation framework successfully identified a fundamental discrepancy between the “truth” criteria and the body contour flagging protocol selected to identify changes in central axis dose. The body contour flag had poor sensitivity to survey‐derived major violation criteria (0%–28%). The sensitivity of a random sample for comparable violation/flagging frequencies was 27%.

Conclusions

These results indicate that centers should establish ground truth replan criteria to assess current standard of practice ART protocols. In addition, more effective replan flags may be tested and identified according to the proposed framework. Such improvements in ART flagging may contribute to better clinical resource allocation and patient outcome.
Safety of Ixekizumab in Patients With Psoriatic Arthritis: Results From a Pooled Analysis of Three Clinical Trials
Authors: Mease Philip , Roussou Euthalia , Burmester Gerd‐Rüdiger , Goupille Philippe , Gottlieb Alice , Moriarty Susan R. , Benichou Olivier , Adams David H. , Xu Wen , Nash Peter
Published: August 2018

Objective

To evaluate ixekizumab safety in adults with psoriatic arthritis (PsA).

Methods

Safety data from 2 integrated data sets are presented: 1) 24‐week, double‐blind, placebo‐controlled period of SPIRIT‐P1 and SPIRIT‐P2; and 2) all ixekizumab‐treated patients of SPIRIT‐P1 and SPIRIT‐P2 plus SPIRIT‐P3 open‐label period. We report adverse event (AE) frequency and exposure‐adjusted incidence rates per 100 patient‐years at 12‐week intervals to week 96.

Results

The placebo‐controlled period had 678 patients (safety population): 224 placebo, 229 ixekizumab every 4 weeks, and 225 ixekizumab every 2 weeks. Overall, 1,118 patients received ixekizumab (total exposure 1,373.4 patient‐years). In the placebo‐controlled period, the frequencies of ixekizumab‐treated patients experiencing ≥1 treatment‐emergent AE (TEAE) and those experiencing serious AEs were 68.1% (56.7% placebo) and 4.4% (2.7% placebo), respectively. Injection site reactions (ISRs) were very common (21.4% ixekizumab [4.5% placebo]), with ISR discontinuation rates of 1.1% (ixekizumab) and 0.4% (placebo). Through week 96, the incidence rates of ISRs decreased with increasing ixekizumab exposure. The frequencies of AEs of special interest were 32.8% (ixekizumab) and 27.7% (placebo); for serious infections, the frequencies were 1.3% and 0%, respectively; Candida infections, 2.6% and 0.4%; confirmed major adverse cardiac events, 0% and 0%; malignancy, 0.4% and 0%; hypersensitivities, 5.3% and 1.8%; and depression‐related, 1.8% and 1.3%. The frequency of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis (investigator‐reported) was 0% in both groups, and the frequencies of sponsor‐determined inflammatory bowel disease were 0.2% in the ixekizumab group and 0% in the placebo group. Overall, no active tuberculosis, invasive Candida infections, anaphylaxis, or suicide/self‐injury behaviors were reported.

Conclusion

The PsA ixekizumab safety integrated data set reached 1,373.4 patient‐years total exposure. Ixekizumab‐treated patients had higher rates of overall TEAEs, serious infections, mucocutaneous Candida, hypersensitivities (non‐anaphylactic), and ISRs than placebo‐treated patients. No unexpected safety outcomes were reported.
Low‐complexity ISS state estimation approach with bounded disturbances
Authors: Shen Qiang , Liu Jieyu , Zhou Xiaogang , Zhao Qian , Wang Qi
Published: August 2018

This paper presents a low‐complexity input‐to‐state stable ellipsoidal outer‐bounding state estimation approach with unknown but bounded disturbances. The bounds on the noise are specified by ellipsoids. The feasible set is updated through computing the Minkowski sum and intersection of two ellipsoids. At the observation stage, the observation noise bounding ellipsoid is replaced by a parallelotope containing it. Then, each observation update is transformed into multiple consecutive iterations to intersect ellipsoid with strips, which significantly reduces its per‐update computational complexity. Furthermore, an adaptive selection scheme of the parameters is derived to ensure the stability of the estimation error. As a result, the proposed approach entails stability and delivers a trade‐off between performance and complexity.
Studying Stability of Atom Packing for Ti Nanoparticles on Heating by Molecular Dynamics Simulations
Authors: Zhang Lin
Published: August 2018

Molecular dynamics simulations using an embedded atom method (EAM) potential shows that melting behaviors of Ti nanoparticles are strongly dependent on their size. For the particles having the diameter of less than 2.5 nm, their structures are preferred with the icosahedron of geometric shell closures, and there are multi‐structures’ transitions. With the increase in size, while most atoms in the particles can hold their HCP packing patterns, there exist movements and structural rearrangements of the atoms in the surface. At a high temperature, the accumulation of structural disorder can quickly extend into the entire particle, which resembles the melting of bulk Ti. In the HCP particles with sizes of less than 4 nm, the surface atoms still have important influence on their melting.
Structural Confinement toward Giant Enhancement of Red Emission in Mn2+‐Based Phosphors
Authors: Zhang Zhichao , Ma Chonggeng , Gautier Romain , Molokeev Maxim S. , Liu Quanlin , Xia Zhiguo
Published: August 2018

Structural confinement effect on a pair of Eu2+ and Mn2+ optical centers is developed to realize the greatly enhanced red emission attributed to the 4T1(4G)–6A1(6S) transition of Mn2+ ions. Sr9Mn1.26(2)Li0.24(2)(PO4−δ)7 , when it is doped with Eu2+, emerges as a new red‐emitting phosphor, and the intensity dependence of such a red emission on the trace amounts of Eu2+ doping is quantitatively analyzed with a combined experimental and theoretical methods. The modeling result confirms the validity of this proposed design strategy, and the intrinsic high‐efficient Eu2+–Mn2+ energy transfer process can be elucidated by the structural confinement effect featured as some Sr (Eu) close to Mn atoms. The results can initiate the exploration of Mn2+‐based red phosphors for pc‐white light‐emitting diodes applications, and such a strategy can be easily expanded to other systems, thus opening a new perspective for the development of luminescence materials.