bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Building Another World: Perdido Street Station
Authors: Tacer Özgür
Published: November 2023

Perdido Street Station is the first book of the Bas-Lag novel series, written
by British writer China Miéville. It is regarded as one of the prominent examples of
new weird fiction, a literary genre that utilizes aspects of fantasy, horror, sciencefiction and other speculative fictional tropes.
Perdido Street Station is set in a world where magic and steampunk technology
coexists. The novel is critically acclaimed for its intricately worked out and richly
described setting. The city of New Crobuzon, an imaginary metropolis in the world of
Bas-Lag, is the center of the narrative with an immense sprawl of architectural
elements. New Crobuzon also has a distinctive geography and habitation: It borrows
picturesque elements of Victorian-era London and reshuffles them with steampunk
esthetics in all brashness. It blends baroque, British and punk to create a unique urban
landscape.
This essay investigates the ways in which Perdido Street Station represents social
segregation and divulges how governments enforce submission by creating monstrous
architectural structures. The architectural lines that determine the boundaries of a city’s
different layers and define social stratifications, are also linked to New Crobuzon’s
power relations. Such depiction is a reminder of Henri Lefebvre’s notion that urban
centers are favorable environments for the formation of authoritarian power, where the
depicted dystopian government of New Crobuzon forecloses emancipatory aspirations
through spatial control and exercises its authority with threatening urban structures.
Measuring Political Will and Political Constellation in Moving Indonesia’s Capital City Policy
Authors: Satriawan Bismar Harris , Syamsuri Syamsuri
Published: November 2023

This research aims to measure political will in moving the national capital and how this policy is when faced with the existing political constellation. The type of research was a qualitative approach using in-depth interviews and documentation techniques. The results showed that political will in the policy of moving the national capital cannot be separated from individual factors, namely the belief and courage of President Joko Widodo through a basis of reasoning that has strong relevance to empirical circumstances and are reflected through various regulations that have been stipulated. The organizational factor shows the government's seriousness and commitment through the transition team formed as a basis for working in a coordinated manner to achieve the targets set. The relationship factor showed the involvement of individuals/groups through community support, collaboration, and partnerships and the involvement of international figures in its implementation. Social factors show that the political system and state apparatus's condition in the decision-making process has reflected support for policies, which can be seen from the approval of the House of Representatives. The existing political constellation provides strong political legitimacy, making this policy continue without any obstacles, although there is still resistance at the local level. The sustainability and success of the policy of moving the national capital will be determined by the next President's leadership and the composition of the support of political parties that will come.
Supporting second language learner reflection in teletandem videoconferencing through the visualisation of conversation metrics
Authors: Dey-Plissonneau Aparajita , Gomez Soler Inmaculada , Lee Hyowon , Liu Mingming , Scriney Michael , Smeaton Alan
Published: November 2023

Videoconferencing is a popular mode of communication in virtual exchange (VE) settings. Recognising technological affordances of teletandem via videoconferencing, we developed a web-based system, L2 (second language) Learning system (L2L), for university language students’ teletandem reflections. L2L provides visualisations of conversation metrics, which students reflect on as a means of formative self-evaluation. It was integrated into several language courses across 10 European universities and deployed for three consecutive semesters involving 926 students. This practice report presents the main features of L2L and the student feedback received in one Irish university, with a view to support reflection in teletandem and address some inherent challenges in this VE setting.
Digital Personal Health Coaching Platform for Promoting Human Papillomavirus Infection Vaccinations and Cancer Prevention: Knowledge Graph-Based Recommendation System
Authors: Ammar Nariman , Olusanya Olufunto A , Melton Chad , Chinthala Lokesh , Huang Xiaolei , White Brianna M , Shaban-Nejad Arash
Published: November 2023

Background

Health promotion can empower populations to gain more control over their well-being by using digital interventions that focus on preventing the root causes of diseases. Digital platforms for personalized health coaching can improve health literacy and information-seeking behavior, leading to better health outcomes. Personal health records have been designed to enhance patients’ self-management of a disease or condition. Existing personal health records have been mostly designed and deployed as a supplementary service that acts as views into electronic health records.

Objective

We aim to overcome some of the limitations of electronic health records. This study aims to design and develop a personal health library (PHL) that generates personalized recommendations for human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine promotion and cancer prevention.

Methods

We have designed a proof-of-concept prototype of the Digital Personal Health Librarian, which leverages machine learning; natural language processing; and several innovative technological infrastructures, including the Semantic Web, social linked data, web application programming interfaces, and hypermedia-based discovery, to generate a personal health knowledge graph.

Results

We have designed and implemented a proof-of-the-concept prototype to showcase and demonstrate how the PHL can be used to store an individual’s health data, for example, a personal health knowledge graph. This is integrated with web-scale knowledge to support HPV vaccine promotion and prevent HPV-associated cancers among adolescents and their caregivers. We also demonstrated how the Digital Personal Health Librarian uses the PHL to provide evidence-based insights and knowledge-driven explanations that are personalized and inform health decision-making.

Conclusions

Digital platforms such as the PHL can be instrumental in improving precision health promotion and education strategies that address population-specific needs (ie, health literacy, digital competency, and language barriers) and empower individuals by facilitating knowledge acquisition to make healthy choices.
Classifying Schizophrenia Cases by Artificial Neural Network Using Japanese Web-Based Survey Data: Case-Control Study (Preprint)
Authors: He Yupeng , Matsunaga Masaaki , Li Yuanying , Kishi Taro , Tanihara Shinichi , Iwata Nakao , Tabuchi Takahiro , Ota Atsuhiko
Published: November 2023

BACKGROUND

In Japan, challenges were reported in accurately estimating the prevalence of schizophrenia among the general population. Retrieving previous studies, we investigated that patients with schizophrenia were more likely to experience poor subjective well-being and various physical, psychiatric, and social comorbidities. These factors might have great potential for precisely classifying schizophrenia cases in order to estimate the prevalence. Machine learning has shown a positive impact on many fields, including epidemiology, due to its high-precision modeling capability. It has been applied in research on mental disorders. However, few studies have applied machine learning technology to the precise classification of schizophrenia cases by variables of demographic and health-related backgrounds, especially using large-scale web-based surveys.

OBJECTIVE

The aim of the study is to construct an artificial neural network (ANN) model that can accurately classify schizophrenia cases from large-scale Japanese web-based survey data and to verify the generalizability of the model.

METHODS

Data were obtained from a large Japanese internet research pooled panel (Rakuten Insight, Inc) in 2021. A total of 223 individuals, aged 20-75 years, having schizophrenia, and 1776 healthy controls were included. Answers to the questions in a web-based survey were formatted as 1 response variable (self-report diagnosed with schizophrenia) and multiple feature variables (demographic, health-related backgrounds, physical comorbidities, psychiatric comorbidities, and social comorbidities). An ANN was applied to construct a model for classifying schizophrenia cases. Logistic regression (LR) was used as a reference. The performances of the models and algorithms were then compared.

RESULTS

The model trained by the ANN performed better than LR in terms of area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (0.86 vs 0.78), accuracy (0.93 vs 0.91), and specificity (0.96 vs 0.94), while the model trained by LR showed better sensitivity (0.63 vs 0.56). Comparing the performances of the ANN and LR, the ANN was better in terms of area under the receiver operating characteristic curve (bootstrapping: 0.847 vs 0.773 and cross-validation: 0.81 vs 0.72), while LR performed better in terms of accuracy (0.894 vs 0.856). Sleep medication use, age, household income, and employment type were the top 4 variables in terms of importance.

CONCLUSIONS

This study constructed an ANN model to classify schizophrenia cases using web-based survey data. Our model showed a high internal validity. The findings are expected to provide evidence for estimating the prevalence of schizophrenia in the Japanese population and informing future epidemiological studies.

CLINICALTRIAL
Comparison of FeetMe® Integrated-Sensor Insoles with an Optoelectronic Motion Capture System Coupled to Force Platforms for Assessing Gait Parameters in Healthy Adults (Preprint)
Authors: Mostovov Andrey , Huang Piao , Cohen Raphaël , Cadilhac Céline , Pionnier Raphaël
Published: November 2023

BACKGROUND

Traditional gait measurement systems are often limited by factors such as cost, complexity, prolonged setup times, and requirements for specialized training and expertise, making them challenging to use in clinical practice. Wearable pressure- and motion-sensing insoles have opened new possibilities for accessible gait analysis in real-life conditions.

OBJECTIVE

This study evaluated the equivalence of FeetMe® insole measurements of gait parameters in healthy adults to those of a high precision, laboratory gold standard, optoelectronic motion capture system coupled to force platforms (MoCap/FP).

METHODS

This prospective single-center study assessed gait parameters in 37 healthy volunteers (aged 18-80 years) who performed static stabilometry and walking tests recorded by FeetMe® insoles and the MoCap/FP system. Static, kinetic, and spatiotemporal parameters were measured simultaneously on each system. Means and variances were compared, and inter-device agreement was assessed for each parameter.

RESULTS

Between-device equivalence was demonstrated for all parameters assessed (two one-sided t tests: P<.001). For static parameters, six of 13 variables presented excellent interclass correlation coefficients (ICCs ≥0.90) and three had good ICCs (≥0.75 to <0.90). Moreover, 10 of 11 spatiotemporal parameters showed excellent accuracy (ICCs ≥0.90), and three of four kinetic parameters showed moderate-to-good accuracy (ICCs between 0.78 and 0.89).

CONCLUSIONS

High levels of agreement were observed between the systems. FeetMe® can be considered as a valid gait measurement tool compared to the high precision MoCap/FP system. The FeetMe® insoles could be used in clinical practice to assess a wide range of key gait and posture parameters, overcoming some limitations of traditional systems.

CLINICALTRIAL

NCT06027762
Quantitative Analysis of the Relief Aspects of Do River Basin, Southeastern Nigeria
Authors: Igboanugo Precious C. , Ezenwaji Emmanuel E.
Published: November 2023

Abstract: Morphometric analysis of a drainage basin expresses fully the state of dynamic balance that has been attained due to dealings between matter and energy. This study was carried out to analyze the relief parameters of the Do River basin. Data were obtained from the digitalized map of the basin and calculation using relevant formula. The Principle Component Analysis (PCA) was employed to determine the contributions of the parameters to the morphometry of the basin. Results showed that the basin has a relief of 340m, an average basin slope of 0 - > 40% and a ruggedness number of 0.27. Further results showed that the relief disposition, terrain configuration and variations in the slope of the basin, all have major contributions to the drainage development and erosion properties of the basin. Discussions on the findings of the relief parameters analyzed and their contributions to the basin were also undertaken.
Applications of Remote Sensing and GIS in Mineral Exploration
Authors: Ganguly Pekham
Published: November 2023

Abstract: Mineral exploration is a task that we need to approach with maximum information. Missing out on rare metals and minerals can easily occur, and the process of searching for them is a costly risk. That is one of the reasons for remote sensing in mineral exploration being so important. Remote sensing can be used to measure, variations in acoustic wave distributions, force distributions and also electromagnetic energy distributions. The latest progress in the field of remote sensing and origin of new computer software such as Geographical Information System (GIS), ENVIS (Environmental Information Software) have transformed the world and made life much easier for mineral explorers.
Unmasking Reality: Exploring the Sociological Impacts of Deepfake Technology
Authors: Patarlapati Nagaraju
Published: November 2023

Abstract: Deepfake technology, a rapidly advancing form of synthetic media, has gained prominence in recent years, raising profound concerns regarding its sociological impact. This study delves into the multifaceted repercussions of deepfakes within the realm of society. By employing a sociological lens, we aim to uncover the intricate ways in which deepfake technology influences individual behavior, interpersonal relationships, and societal norms. The research examines the origins and mechanics of deepfake technology, shedding light on its evolution from a niche hobby to a potent tool for manipulation. Through the lens of symbolic interactionism, we investigate how deepfakes disrupt the foundations of trust and authenticity in communication. The erosion of trust, engendered by deepfakes, has far-reaching implications on personal and professional relationships, posing challenges to maintaining the integrity of social bonds.
CUIDADO DE LA SALUD EN HIJOS E HIJAS LACTANTES Y PREESCOLARES DE MADRES MIGRANTES LATINOAMERICANAS
Authors: González-Campos M. Cristina , Zepeda-Vega Carolina
Published: November 2023

Introducción: El incremento de la población que ha migrado hacia Chile en las últimas décadas, plantea interrogantes relacionadas con el derecho a la salud de niños y niñas a cargo de mujeres que compatibilizan el empleo y las distintas formas de cuidado culturalmente aceptadas. Objetivo: Comprender las prácticas de cuidado de la salud de madres migrantes latinoamericanas con respecto a sus hijos/as, región de Atacama, Chile. Metodología: Estudio interpretativo, desde la etnografía situada; muestras de máxima variación, cuya unidad de análisis son las madres migrantes latinoamericanas con independencia de su situación migratoria;  criterio de inclusión:  con hijos menores de seis años, y residentes de las comunas de Copiapó y Diego de Almagro. Se aplicó  entrevista en profundidad.  Resultados: Se entrevistó a 10 madres migrantes provenientes de Colombia, Bolivia, Perú y Cuba con un rango de estadía en Chile de 3 a 15 años, con hijos lactantes y pre-escolares de hasta seis años; la mayoría con empleos remunerados en actividades de servicios y usuarias del Sistema Público de Salud (SPS). Las principales categorías son: proceso migratorio, autocuidado y cuidado de la salud de hijos(as) a nivel doméstico y derecho a la salud. Conclusiones: El cuidado y autocuidado de la salud a nivel doméstico permite enfrentar problemas de salud con acento en prácticas culturales aprendidas en sus países de origen; sin embargo, dependiendo de la complejidad de éstos, van haciendo uso del sistema formal de salud chileno y en algún grado ejercen su derecho a la salud.
Peningkatan Hasil Belajar Peserta Didik Dengan Model Pembelajaran Snowball Throwing Pada Pembelajaran Dasar Telekomunikasi
Authors: Mawardi Mawardi , Fathiah Fathiah , Annas Khairun
Published: November 2023

Based on the previous observations at SMKN 5 Telkom Banda Aceh on Basic Telecommunication subject, it presented that most students still lack of enthusiasm and interest in learning. They prefer did another in the class other than study. This problems faced the students in the classroom atmosphere noisy and disrupted learning activities. This has an impact on the students’value or score which got bad and down. The purpose of this study was to determine the learning outcomes of students and their responses to the application of the Snowball Throwig learning model in basic telecommunication learning at SMKN 5 Telkom Banda Aceh. This study uses a quasi-experimental design with one group pretest and posttest. By using test sheets and questionnaires, this research was carried out using quantitative data analysis techniques. The results showed that the learning outcomes of students increased significantly with the average pretest score of 28.50 increasing to the posttest average value of 71.00. So it can be concluded that there is an increase in student learning outcomes in Basic Telecommunication learning at SMKN 5 Telkom Banda Aceh with the application of the Snowball Throwing learning model. In addition to learning outcomes, student response data is good. This is evidenced by looking at the student's response to the positive statement of the questionnaire on average above 75%. It can be concluded that the application of the snowball throwing learning model is able to improve student learning outcomes and attract students' interest in learning.
Pengaruh Penerapan Model Pembelajaran POGIL untuk Meningkatkan Pemahaman Peserta Didik pada Kelas XI SMKS Mahyal Ulum Al-Aziziyah
Authors: Fajri Abrar Syahrul , Lastya Hari Anna , Malahayati Malahayati
Published: November 2023

The POGIL model is a student-centered learning model with a collaborative learning type using guided inquiry that improves students' understanding of the learning process. However, the research aims to see changes in student's conceptual understanding before and after the implementation of the POGIL model. The research methodology uses a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental one-shot case study involving 14 students of SMKS Mahyal Ulum in the motorcycle ignition system material department with data collection carried out by tests (pre-test and post-test). The results showed that the average score for the pre-test was 42, 14 while the post-test results had an average score of 63, 57. It is proven that the POGIL learning model can increase students' understanding of learning by 33, 71%. The results of the hypothesis test using the t-test obtained a value of 0.024 > 0.05 so Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted. From the research, it could be concluded that the POGIL is believed to improve students' knowledge.
Prototype Catfish Seed Calculator Using Arduino Uno in Cloudy Water
Authors: Sinaga Fauzi Sahlan Rizki , Daud Muhammad , Jannah Misbahul , Rosdiana Rosdiana
Published: November 2023

Since Indonesia is an archipelagic nation, the economic sector of fisheries, particularly catfish farming, is one that has a lot of potential. However, a lot of catfish breeders still count their fish seeds by hand, which is time-consuming, particularly in hazy water conditions. Therefore, an automatic catfish seed counter is required in order to make calculations simpler, quicker, and more precise even under hazy water situations. In order to address these objectives, the prototype of a catfish seed counting device in murky water is shown in this study. This tool's prototype was created and constructed utilizing an Arduino Uno as the processor, two different types of sensors as inputs, and an LCD and buzzer as outputs. The FC-51 proximity sensor is used to count the quantity of fish seeds, while the turbidity module sensor measures the amount of turbidity in the water. With a total sample size of 50 fish fry, the test was run under three conditions for the turbidity level of the water samples: 6.21 NTU, 11.10 NTUs, and 16.38 NTU. According to the test results, the catfish seed counter in murky water performed admirably and was fairly accurate. An average error value of 3.2% is achieved with a water turbidity value of 6.21 NTU. An average error value of 6.8% was discovered at the turbidity value of 11.10 NTU. Finally, an average error value of 18.8% was discovered at a water turbidity value of 16.38 NTU. In order for this catfish seed counter to be effective, water turbidity values below 13 NTU with a minor error of 10% are preferred, particularly water turbidity values below 8 NTU with a little error of 5%.
Soil Moisture Monitoring System and Soil PH on IoT-based Aglaonema Crop
Authors: Eso Rosliana , Safiuddin La Ode , Kalam Asih Nofriasih
Published: November 2023

Aglaonema is an ornamental plant with soft, watery (herbaceous) stems that dislikes too moist media and needs precise irrigation. Using Internet of Things (IoT) technology, which integrates soil moisture sensors YL-69 Soil moisture sensor, soil pH sensors, and NodeMCU ESP8266 as a microcontroller with the Thingspeak IoT Platform and the Blynk Application via Android, it is possible to monitor soil moisture and pH, which is a determining factor in the planting media for ornamental plant cultivation. Additionally, it may enable remote control operation of a watering system for ornamental plants that holds soil moisture when it exceeds a predetermined threshold. The design of an IoT (Internet of Things)-based soil moisture and pH monitoring system has successfully been applied to the cultivation of ornamental plants. This is expected to help owners of cosmetic plant businesses make decisions based on online information about soil moisture and pH values.
Editorial: Technological innovation and corporate governance — New perspectives
Authors: Mattarocci Gianluca
Published: November 2023

Two of the most challenging issues that all the companies are currently facing worldwide are related to the impact of new technology on firms’ business model and the governance issues that may matter for a company also due to the new technology opportunities.
Umar bin 'Abdul 'Aziz's Ijtihad on Zakat Management
Authors: Labib Muhammad , Nazhif Dhiya’elhaq Muhammad Ghossan
Published: November 2023

This research is based on the issue of ineffective zakat management. In response to this situation, a study was conducted on the concept of zakat management according to Umar bin Abdul Aziz. The purpose of this research is to provide alternative solutions to the current problems in zakat management. The research adopts a library research or literature-based method with a descriptive-analytical approach, drawing from books, journals, and other scholarly works that serve as the object of study. The primary source used in this research is the book "al-Khalifah al-Rasyid wa al-Muslih al-Kabir ‘Umar ibn ‘Abdul ‘Aziz" by Prof. Dr. ‘Ali Muhammad al-Shalabi, which contains the biography of Umar bin Abdul Aziz and his zakat management policies. The research concludes that there are five strategies in Umar bin Abdul Aziz's concept of zakat management and distribution, including: 1) being based on the Qur'an and the Sunnah of the Prophet, 2) accelerating the distribution of zakat to the rightful recipients (ashnaf), 3) reforming the quality of human resources for zakat officials, 4) distributing zakat based on regional zakat income, and 5) Umar bin Abdul Aziz's ijtihad (independent reasoning) in some objects subject to mandatory zakat. The impacts of this concept include: 1) surplus zakat income, 2) recipients of zakat becoming contributors (muzaki), and 3) achieving economic stability and community welfare.
Cavitron extraction of xylem water suggests cryogenic extraction biases vary across species but are independent of tree water stress
Authors: Duvert Clement , Margarit Adria Barbeta , Hutley Lindsay , Rodriguez Leidy , Irvine Dylan J. , Taylor Andrew
Published: November 2023

Cryogenic vacuum distillation (CVD) is a widely used technique for
extracting plant water from stems for isotopic analysis, but concerns
about potential isotopic biases have emerged. Here, we leverage the
Cavitron centrifugation technique to extract xylem water and compare its
isotopic signature to that of CVD-extracted stem water as well as source
water. Conducted under field conditions in tropical northern Australia,
our study spans seven tree species naturally experiencing a range of
water stress levels. Our findings reveal a significant deuterium bias in
CVD-extracted bulk stem water when compared to xylem water (median
bias -14.9‰), whereas xylem water closely aligned with
source water (median offset -1.9‰). We find substantial
variations in deuterium bias among the seven tree species (bias ranging
from -19.3 to -9.1‰), but intriguingly, CVD-induced biases
were unrelated to environmental factors such as relative stem water
content and pre-dawn leaf water potential. These results imply that
inter-specific differences may be driven by anatomical traits rather
than tree hydraulic functioning. Additionally, our data highlight the
potential to use a site-specific deuterium offset, based on the isotopic
signature of local source water, for correcting CVD-induced biases.
Effect of Vascular Photobiomodulation in a patient with severe xerostomia: Clinical case report
Authors: Barros Ana Carolina Santos Menezes , Lacerda Ana Julia , Horliana Anna Carolina , Duran Cinthya Cosme Gutierrez , SK Bussadori , Motta Lara Jansiski
Published: November 2023

Fluoxetine is a widespread antidepressant medication, with side effects,
including xerostomia. In search of treatments to reduce discomfort, PBM
is one of the alternatives that has proven to be effective. This article
aims to demonstrate the clinical evolution of a female patient, L.R.O.,
55 years old, who reported severe oral discomfort due to lack of saliva.
The selected treatment was the Low Power Laser - EccoFibras with
vascular photobiomodulation, in radial artery for 30 minutes, wavelength
660nm and power of 100mW, with 180J energy delivery. After the first
treatment session, the patient reported improvement and satisfaction
and, due to the unpredictability of psychiatric discharge, she tried to
perform weekly applications. With each session, she reported a decrease
in symptoms, which encouraged her attendance. With the prevention of
xerostomia, the pacient achieved a clear increase in her quality of
life, demonstrating that vascular photobiomodulation can be an
interesting low-cost non-invasive treatment.
Code sharing increases citations but remains uncommon
Authors: Maitner Brian , Andrade Paul Santos , Lei Luna , Kass Jamie , Owens Hannah , Barbosa George , Boyle Bradley , Castorena Matiss , Enquist Brian , Feng Xiao , Park Daniel , Paz Andrea , Pinilla-Buitrago Gonzalo , Merow Cory , Wilson Adam
Published: November 2023

Biologists increasingly rely on computer code to collect and analyze
their data, reinforcing the importance of published code for
transparency, reproducibility, training, and a basis for further work.
Here we conduct a literature review examining temporal trends in code
sharing in ecology and evolution publications since 2010, and test for
an influence of code sharing on citation rate. We find that there is
wide room for improvement in sharing code, as scientists are
overwhelmingly (95%) failing to publish their code and that there has
been no significant improvement over time. We also determined that there
is a significant incentive to share, as we additionally find that code
sharing can considerably improve citations, particularly when combined
with open-access publication.
Could hybridization increase establishment success of the biological control agent Aphalara itadori (Hemiptera: Aphalaridae) against invasive knotweeds?
Authors: Yoshimoto Andrew , Szucs Marianna
Published: November 2023

Intraspecific hybridization between distinct populations could increase
fitness and adaptive potential of biological control agents that often
have low genetic diversity and can be inbred due to long-term laboratory
rearing often at small population sizes. Hybridization can also alter
host preference and performance when the parental insect populations are
adapted to different host plants. We investigated the effects of
hybridization between two populations (Northern and Southern) of the
psyllid, Aphalara itadori, that have different fitness on three invasive
knotweed species (Japanese, giant, and Bohemian). Fecundity, host
choice, and developmental success of second-generation reciprocal
hybrids and the parental psyllid populations were compared on the three
knotweed species in multiple choice tests. Hybridization did not
increase fecundity. All three knotweed species were accepted for
oviposition without preference by the Southern and the two hybrid
psyllid populations. The northern psyllid population laid the most eggs
on Bohemian knotweeds but those were maladaptive choices since almost
all eggs failed to develop. Developmental success of the parental
psyllid populations was highest on the knotweed species they were
originally collected from, on Japanese knotweed of the Southern psyllids
and on giant knotweed of the Northern psyllids. Hybrids had intermediate
or higher survival on given knotweed hosts compared to their parents.
These results can inform release tactics of A. itadori in different
regions especially where there appears to be climatic and/or host
mismatches such as in Michigan. In southern Michigan, based on climate
the Northern psyllid population should be released. However, the most
common knotweed species in the region are Bohemian and Japanese
knotweeds that do not support development of the Northern psyllids. In
this case, hybrids that may carry cold adaptations of the Northern
psyllids but have better developmental success on the prevailing
knotweed species may be considered for release to increase establishment
success.
Fertility Preservation in Pediatric Solid Tumors: A Report from the Children’s Oncology Group
Authors: Bjornard Kari , Close Allison , Burns Karen , Chavez Josuah , Chow Eric , Meacham Lillian
Published: November 2023

Treatment for childhood solid tumors may lead to an increased risk for
gonadal dysfunction/infertility. Discussion of risk should occur at
diagnosis, any changes in therapy, and during survivorship. Gonadotoxic
therapies were abstracted from 32 Children’s Oncology Group (COG) phase
III, frontline solid tumor protocols, in use from 2000-2022. Risk for
gonadal dysfunction/infertility was assessed based on gonadotoxic
therapies, sex, and pubertal status and assigned as minimal,
significant, and high following the Oncofertility
Consortium Pediatric Initiative Network (PIN) risk stratification. Most
protocols (65.6%, 21/32) contained at least one therapeutic arm with a
high level of increased risk. Solid tumor therapies present
challenges in risk stratification due to response-adjusted therapy and
the need to account for radiation field in the risk assessment. This
guide hopes to serve as a tool to assist in standardizing gonadotoxic
risk assessments across disciplines and improve referral for fertility
services and reproductive health counseling for patients receiving COG
based solid tumor therapy.
De Excursión por la Geografía de la Libertad
Authors: Bedoya Leguizamón Héctor de León
Published: November 2023

La libertad es un valor que ha gozado de gran prestigio simbólico a lo largo de la historia y es, a su vez, un constructo sumamente complejo que se ha debatido entre posiciones deterministas, indeterministas e intermedias, dando lugar a asuntos nebulosos que, de no ser examinados con cautela, pueden derivar en un sinnúmero de incertidumbres, malentendidos y transgresiones: ¿soy libre de no responsabilizarme? ¿Puede la libertad acabar siendo para alguien un problema tan incómodo que rehúse de ella? ¿Acaso no soy libre si decido vivir bajo la sumisión o el control de otro? ¿Qué papel juegan el relativismo, el azar, la imperfectibilidad, la subjetividad, la necesidad y el desconocimiento en la naturaleza misma de la libertad? ¿No hay lugar a ser libre en un mundo comandado por factores biológicos, sociales, culturales, políticos, económicos, ligiosos, tecnológicos, educacionales, jurídicos, geográficos, físicos, históricos, morales, etc.? ¿Hasta qué punto han sido desprovistos de su cuerpo millones de humanos conscientes e inconscientes de su esclavitud? ¿Qué implicaciones tienen las libertades de cátedra, de culto, de expresión… en su ético proceder? ¿Qué tan libre soy?... Y demás problemas con los que se ha topado el lector en la accidentada geografía postural que presenta el fenómeno de la libertad, intentando hallar algunos claros que le permitan contribuir a su comprensión. Por tanto, se trata de una realidad profusa, intrincada y polidimensional que presupuso un prisma crítico que congregara varias miradas reflexivas en una lógica de síntesis y complejidad, configurándose así esta estructura discursiva en un viaje que espera impulsar otros niveles de profundidad y rutas de exploración.
Análisis prospectivo de las exportaciones del Meta a la Comunidad Andina
Authors: León Camargo Astrid
Published: November 2023

El crecimiento económico demanda a los departamentos exportar sus bienes y servicios, pero pasar la frontera del territorio nacional implica asumir los retos que propone el comercio internacional. Uno de los primeros desafíos para salir adelante en la apuesta exportadora radica en el criterio de las instituciones y organismos para diseñar actuaciones conjuntas que proyecten la economía hacia el exterior. Este libro presenta un panorama de los acuerdos internacionales y la competitividad del departamento del Meta, como un preámbulo para reconocer la importancia que tiene la Comunidad Andina en el comercio internacional. Además, se establece el punto de partida para un análisis prospectivo que considere la participación de los actores involucrados en el crecimiento y desarrollo económico del departamento, con el propósito de plantear las acciones que se deben seguir para conquistar el mercado andino, la plaza internacional más afín al Meta. La autora invita a construir un futuro promisorio, siempre y cuando nos comprometamos a diseñar el porvenir que queremos y necesitamos.
Analysis of guest ratings and reviews from the platform “Booking’’ for destination Plovdiv
Authors:   Agricultural University-Plovdiv, Bulgaria, Videv Stefan
Published: November 2023

Using the methods of comprehensive statistical research, case study and content analysis, the current article tries to summarize the information from guest reviews available in the platform “Booking” for destination Plovdiv, to compare the data for the different types of accommodation, to prepare specific user profiles for the destination as well as for the typical Plovdiv accommodation facilities – hotels, guest houses, apartments and hostels according to their customers. Keywords: “Booking”, tourist destination Plovdiv, case study, content analysis
APPLICATION OF THE ANALYTICAL HIERARCHY PROCESS (AHP) METHOD IN EMPLOYEE REWARDS DECISION MAKING
Authors: Syah Bayu Erdian , Achsa Andhatu , Ikhwan Khairul
Published: November 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan merumuskan metode untuk membantu pengambilan keputusan rewards melalui studi kasus UMKM UD Restu Bunda. UMKM merupakan usaha dalam ekonomi kreatif yang tahan guncangan ketidakpastian kondisi ekonomi. Ambisi yang kuat mengembangkan usaha justru menjadi bumerang karena banyak hal sering terabaikan, semakin besar suatu usaha maka semakin kompleks sistem manajemen yang dijalankan, salah satunya manajemen rewards. Rewards merupakan apresiasi karyawan berdasarkan kriteria, walaupun tidak ada peraturan yang menyatakan bahwa pemilik usaha wajib memberikan rewards, namun kenyataannya pemberian rewards juga dapat memicu konflik internal terutama bagi UMKM yang belum memiliki sistem pemberian rewards terstruktur dan rasional.

Penelitian ini menggunakan metode Analitycal Hierarchy Process (AHP) dikombinasikan dengan alat bantu Expert Choice 11 (EC 11) dan Microsoft Excel. Hasil penelitian ini utamanya berupa pengembangan rumus dimana modifikasinya yaitu penemuan koefisien nilai kinerja yang berfungsi menjaga nilai tukar skor penilaian kinerja terhadap dana yang disediakan, nilai tukar tidak akan berubah dengan catatan tidak ada perubahan jumlah karyawan dan dana sehingga dapat mencegah terjadinya pembengkakan biaya. Berdasarkan simulasi yang dilakukan pada UMKM UD Restu Bunda ditemukan terdapat 4 aspek penting yang harus lebih diperhatikan saat melakukan penilaian kinerja yaitu loyalitas, kualitas kerja, komunikasi, dan kedisiplinan.

Kata Kunci: Manajemen Rewards; Rewards; UMKM; Analitycal Hierarchy Process, Expert Choice 11
Интуиция как одна из форм познания человеком окружающей действительности
Authors: Павенков Олег
Published: November 2023

Интуиция – одна из форм познания человеком окружающей действительности. Поэтому постижение сущности шестого чувства предполагает определенное решение проблем бытия. Хотя научные исследования интуиции еще не перекочевали в мейнстрим академической психологии, многие десятилетия эмпирических работ кажется, заработали своим следователям право утверждать, что некоторые формы интуиции подтверждены как реальные явления и широко распространены среди населения. Что касается разработки теории, объясняющей результаты, механизмы из области, совершенно выходящие за рамки традиционных моделей академической психологии, кажутся необходимыми, если мы хотим установить точную цепочку причинно-следственных связей в возникновении интуитивного восприятия и коммуникации.
The Active Role of the Natural Rate of Unemployment during Cyclical Recoveries
Authors:   Hoover Institution, Hall Robert E.
Published: November 2023

We propose that the natural rate of unemployment has an active role in the business cycle, in contrast to the prevailing view that the rate is essentially constant. We demonstrate that this tendency to treat the natural rate as near-constant would explain the surprisingly low slope of the Phillips curve. We show that the natural rate closely tracked the actual rate during the long recovery that began in 2009 and ended in 2020. We explain how the common finding of research in the Phillips-curve framework of low-often extremely low-response of inflation to unemployment could be the result of fairly close tracking of the natural rate and the actual rate in recoveries. Our interpretation of the data contrasts to that of most Phillips-curve studies, that conclude that inflation has little relation to unemployment. We suggest that the at Phillips curve is an illusion caused by assuming that the natural rate of unemployment has little or no movement during recoveries.
transformaciones en la legislación laboral durante el ciclo kirchnerista en Argentina: gobierno, CGT y empresarios en el ámbito de los debates parlamentarios y legislativos (2003-2015)
Authors: Payo Esper Mariel
Published: November 2023

El artículo explora los cambios en la legislación laboral durante el ciclo kirchnerista (2003-2015) procurando dilucidar las relaciones de fuerzas que expresan y promueven. Se analizan las posturas públicas de dirigentes sindicales y entidades empresarias frente a las leyes laborales promulgadas, los debates impulsados por legisladores de la CGT en el congreso y el fallo judicial sobre representación sindical de 2008.
Hay dos hitos respecto a la legislación laboral en la etapa, coincidentes con la unificación y ruptura de la CGT; el Nuevo Ordenamiento Laboral de 2004, primer acuerdo entre Néstor Kirchner y la CGT, y las reformas al régimen de Riesgos del Trabajo de 2012, que cristalizaron la ruptura entre el sector que condujo la central desde su unificación y el gobierno de Cristina Fernández.
Las fuentes utilizadas son los diarios Página 12 y La Nación, los textos de las Leyes, de sus ante-proyectos, memorándums, y del fallo judicial. También se incluye un conjunto de artículos de análisis y opinión de entidades empresarias y abogados laboralistas.
Una lectura sistemática de estas transformaciones contribuye a comprender las correlaciones de fuerzas entre los actores y los diferentes proyectos políticos al interior de la central durante la etapa, aportando claves para entender su devenir posterior.
Negociar los derechos de las infancias
Authors: Larrea Natalia , Remondetti Lucila
Published: November 2023

En este artículo reflexionamos, desde una perspectiva socioantropológica, sobre el modo en que la construcción del enfoque de derechos para la protección de la infancia en la Argentina ha adquirido sentidos específicos y situados que, en los actuales escenarios institucionales, resignifican las prácticas y miradas pretendidas por las normativas. A partir de dos investigaciones etnográficas que se sitúan en localidades “medianas” del interior de la Argentina, recuperamos el registro del trabajo cotidiano y las relaciones, disputas y singularidades que son movilizadas y agenciadas en los organismos administrativos encargados de la gestión de Medidas Excepcionales de Protección de la infancia “con derechos vulnerados”. La intención de este artículo es mostrar cómo aquellos ideales propulsores del activismo por los derechos de la infancia -que fueron la piedra basal del andamiaje jurídico-burocrático del Sistema de Protección de Derechos- son resignificados, moldeados y actualizados al develar narrativas morales y moralizantes vinculadas al trabajo de cuidado y crianza de niños, niñas y adolescentes. Se trata de narrativas construidas a partir de tramas de significaciones locales y subjetivas que hacen al papel activo y creativo que poseen los actores que integran o transitan por estas actuaciones estatales. Advertimos que es el cruce complejo e imbricado entre regulaciones, moralidades y disputas lo que orienta las prácticas e intervenciones institucionales destinadas a garantizar la protección o bienestar infantil y los efectos que de estás, también, se desprenden.
PENGEMBANGAN E-MODUL METODE STATISTIKA BERBASIS TEAM BASED PROJECT
Authors: Astutik Erna Puji , Purwasih Silviana Maya , Rufi'i Rufi'i
Published: November 2023

Dalam pembelajaran statistika perlu adanya integrasi data riil di lapangan, penguatan pembelajaran aktif, dan penggunaan teknologi yang dapat memudahkan mahasiswa mengakses pengetahuan kapan dan dimanapun. Untuk itu pengembangan e-modul dirasa tepat bagi mahasiswa untuk menunjang proses belajar mandiri. Adapun tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengembangkan e-modul Metode Statistika berbasis Team Based Project. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian jenis pengembangan atau Research and Development (RD). Model pengembangan yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah model pengembangan ADDIE. Hasil penelitian berupa: (1) E-modul yang sudah dikembangkan berupa app. berbasis link yang dapat diakses secara online. (2) penilaian dari para ahli maka e-modul Metode Statistika berbasis Team-Based Project masuk pada kategori layak/valid. (3) berdasarkan uji coba terbatas, dapat dikatakan e-modul Metode Statistika berbasis Team-Based Project yang dikembangkan layak dan praktis sehingga dapat digunakan pada perkuliahan Metode Statistika.
La inagrafía con apariencia fotográfica en el arte del siglo XXI
Authors: Ocaña Ricardo
Published: November 2023

La inteligencia artificial ha introducido tecnologías y procedimientos completamente nuevos en el arte visual, constituyendo un ámbito de exploración artística emergente en el arte del siglo XXI. Entre ellos, el uso de algoritmos de aprendizaje profundo para la generación de imágenes con apariencia de fotografía está generando gran controversia en el ámbito artístico, cultural y social. El objetivo de este trabajo es elaborar un marco conceptual que favorezca la reflexión sobre el uso de la inteligencia artificial aplicada a la creación de imágenes con apariencia fotográfica. En este contexto se introduce el neologismo «inagrafía», definido como procedimiento o técnica que permite obtener imágenes fijas mediante un sistema de inteligencia artificial. Su diferenciación de la fotografía es esencial para comprender las aportaciones de esta nueva tecnología al arte visual. El desarrollo de este estudio ofrece una visión holística para el análisis de la creación inagráfica y para el debate sobre el presente y el futuro del arte en todas sus dimensiones.
Unguizetes (Knorozovia) ershovae (Acari, Oribatida, Mochlozetidae), a new oribatid mite subgenus and species from Mexico
Authors: Ermilov Sergey G. , Yurtaev Andrey A.
Published: November 2023

A new oribatid mite subgenus of the genus Unguizetes (Oribatida, Mochlozetidae)—U. (Knorozovia) n. subgen., with U. (K.) ershovae n. sp. as type species—is described, based on material collected from Mexico. It can be distinguished from the nominate subgenus by the number of notogastral setal alveoli (14 pairs versus 10 pairs) and well-developed dorsosejugal suture. An identification key to the known supraspecies taxa within Mochlozetidae is provided.
Two new alien Eutetranychus mites (Prostigmata, Tetranychidae) for Madeira Island, Portugal
Authors: Naves Pedro , Aguiar António Franquinho , Santos Márcia , Nóbrega Filomena , Varela Ana Rita , Silva Maria José , Migeon Alain , Navia Denise , Auger Philippe
Published: November 2023

Two field surveys on agricultural and non-agricultural plants in Madeira Island, and examination of slides of the Laboratório de Qualidade Agrícola (LQA, Madeira) collection, disclosed two species belonging to the genus Eutetranychus: the Texas citrus mite Eutetranychus banksi, associated with Citrus x aurantium, Citrus limon, Citrus reticulata, Phaseolus vulgaris (new host record), Plumeria rubra and Ricinus communis, and the African red mite Eutetranychus africanus on Citrus medica (new host record), Carica papaya, Vitis vinifera and R. communis. Both species are new records for Madeira Island, and this is the first record of E. africanus for a European country. Molecular analysis (18S rRNA gene) of E. africanus confirmed morphological identification. This integrative approach of comparing morphological and molecular characters with validated references allowed us to reliably identify this species, which has repeatedly been misidentified in the past.