bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Remote Sensing and GIS for Weed Detection Using Enhanced Spatial Insights
Authors: Peerzada Faran Masood , Shah Zeeshan Ali
Published: November 2024

Remote sensing (RS) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technologies are receiving significant attention due to their combined potential to revolutionize spatial analysis and enhance understanding of complex environmental and geographic phenomena. This integration has vast applications, spanning from urban planning to engineering technologies. Remote sensing and GIS play essential roles in detecting and mapping weed infestations in agricultural fields, facilitating precise weed management and reducing herbicide use. Advancements include high-resolution imagery and machine learning algorithms, which enhance detection accuracy and efficiency. This chapter reviews and discusses the framework of weed detection based on different techniques, modes of data collection, and categories of weed features, including spectral and spatial features of weeds. Additionally, it discusses the different challenges encountered in the detection of weed.
Inferences on Countries Through MCDM Over Pharmaceutical Consumption
Authors: Meydan Bilge , Şimşek Ahmet Bahadır
Published: November 2024

This chapter aims to obtain various inferences about the health systems of countries by using multi-criteria decision making (MCDM) methods on drug consumption data. Pharmaceutical consumption is seen as a useful resource for assessing the performance of health systems. This chapter aims to comprehensively analyse the health systems of countries by combining CoCoSo and TOPSIS-Sort-B methods. Pharmaceutical consumption will be used to assess the performance of countries' health systems for each group within the framework of anatomical therapeutic chemical (ATC) classification. For each ATC class, countries will be ranked by CoCoSo method and classified as good-medium-poor by TOPSIS-Sort-B method. The findings have the potential to be a valuable resource for health systems managers, policy makers, health economists, researchers, and other relevant stakeholders. It will also serve as a practical guide for researchers who want to apply MCDM in the field of health.
Hybrid SWARA-VIKOR Based on Neutrosophic Fuzzy Numbers
Authors: Büyükselçuk Elif Çaloğlu
Published: November 2024

In recent years, the burgeoning activity in medical tourism has prompted countries to allocate investments to the healthcare sector, signalling a significant resurgence in national economies. Turkey, like many other nations, has witnessed favourable advancements in this domain. Buoyed by these positive trends and government support, Turkey has expanded its market presence in medical tourism. Concurrently, both public and private hospitals and clinics are endeavouring to capitalize on this growing market share by initiating fresh investments in the sector. This study focuses on assessing the performance of a private healthcare institution operating within Turkey. Leveraging performance criteria established through expert opinions and a thorough literature review, the evaluation of various hospital branches within the healthcare sector was conducted utilizing integrated SWARA-VIKOR methods, employing neutrosophic fuzzy numbers.
AI-Powered-IoT (AIIoT)-Based Decision-Making System for BP Patient's Healthcare Monitoring
Authors: Kazi Kutubuddin Sayyad Liyakat
Published: November 2024

The artificial intelligence-driven, internet of things-based KSK approach to BP patient healthcare monitoring has the potential to revolutionise the way hypertension is managed. It facilitates accurate and real-time monitoring, as well as personalised treatment regimens, patient empowerment, and the ability for healthcare professionals to make decisions based on precise information. With further advancements in this technology, we can expect a significant improvement in the treatment of hypertension and other chronic illnesses. Three metrics are employed to assess the efficacy of classifiers. The measurements encompass accuracy, precision, and recall. The current KSK approach in the BP healthcare sector attains an accuracy rate that varies between 89% and 93% for each ailment.
Fuzzy Logic
Authors: Sissodia Rajeshwari , Rauthan ManMohan Singh , Barthwal Varun , Dwivedi Vinay
Published: November 2024

This chapter provides a comprehensive exploration of fuzzy logic, a powerful framework that addresses uncertainty and imprecision in decision-making processes. Fuzzy logic differs from classical binary logic by introducing degrees of truth, allowing for more nuanced reasoning that reflects real-world complexities. The chapter begins with a foundational overview of fuzzy sets and fuzzy rules, illustrating their significance in various applications. Key applications of fuzzy logic across multiple domains, including control systems, artificial intelligence, and data analysis, are examined in detail. By emphasizing the importance of fuzzy logic as both a theoretical construct and a practical tool, this chapter underscores its role in advancing intelligent systems and improving decision-making processes across diverse industries.
AI-Driven-IoT (AIIoT)-Based Decision Making in Drones for Climate Change
Authors: Kazi Kutubuddin Sayyad Liyakat
Published: November 2024

An investigation on the effects of climate change is currently being carried out with the support of the KSK approach. Following the establishment of a database, which is subsequently compared with earlier datasets, the decision is made based on the findings of the comparison analysis. In this chapter, the authors look into the temperature as well as the amount of carbon dioxide that is present in the environmental environment. In order to determine the degree of precision possessed by the system, comparisons are conducted between the decisions, and tests are carried out. It is proposed that an ANN, DT, and K-NN approach be utilised here. It is possible to create comparisons about the accuracy by utilising these tactics. The accuracy of DT is 92.3% for temperature, ANN is 93.5% for CO2, and K-NN is 94.5% for CO2.
Transforming Online Travel Agencies Using an Alert Management System
Authors: Rhim Anthony Hae Ryong , Chiu Ka Yu , Chiu Dickson K. W. , Ho Kevin K. W.
Published: November 2024

The Airbnb Alert System Platform (AASP) is a framework proposed to address and administer the unprecedented downfall of Airbnb's transactions in 2020 due to the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. The AASP would be a ramification reflected upon novel environmental outbreaks and observed trends, optimizing the management information system (MIS) to match changed customer needs. This chapter investigates how online travel agencies (OTAs) may improve their management information systems through an alert management system (AMS). This chapter will also provide practical design details, including user interface, Unified Modeling Language (UML) flowchart, system architecture, and specific event-condition-action (ECA) alerts.
Exploring the Next-Gen Transformations in Healthcare Through the Impact of AI and IoT
Authors: Rangarajan Deepti , Rangarajan Aarti , Kishor Kumar Reddy C. , Doss Srinath
Published: November 2024

Integrating Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Things into wellness is poised to bring significant advancements, transforming patient care and physical management. AI in medical imaging and diagnosis enables faster and more accurate study of radiology like X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs. The innovation lies in personalized medicine, where AI can analyze huge information collected from IoT devices, lifestyle choices, and real-time health metrics, enabling it to cater to certain needs of individual patients, leading to improved outcomes. Expansion of off-site monitoring through IoT gadgets like fabric electronic sensors allow accurate health monitoring, enabling early detection of possible well-being ailments and timely medical medication. Objectives of the integration are predictive analytics and preventive care, enhancing chronic disease management, optimizing operational efficiency in healthcare facilities, expanding telemedicine and virtual care, addressing ethical and regulatory considerations, and accelerating AI-driven drug development and clinical trials.
A Serious Game for Emotion Regulation in Adolescents
Authors: Mittmann Gloria , Barnard Adam , Zehetmayer Sonja , Wimmer Simon , Zehetner Vanessa , Doerfler Sylvia , Woodcock Kate , Schrank Beate
Published: November 2024

Early adolescence is a major time for friendship development, and interpersonal emotion regulation (iER) is a vital skill for social interactions. Serious games are an exciting way to engage young people with psychoeducational content. The authors developed a serious game teaching iER strategies to early adolescents in an interdisciplinary and participatory approach by working with industry professionals and including the target group throughout the development process. In a pilot feasibility study, player experience and the intended learning outcomes of emotion regulation were tested with 166 early adolescents. Results show positive player experience, with highest ratings in Usability, Personal Gratification and Enjoyment. Results about effects on emotion regulation (ER) are mixed, with personal ER increasing and iER decreasing. This shows the potential to include an engaging serious game in socio-emotional learning in schools, but also reveals several areas for improvement and the need for more rigorous testing in the future.
besta fera
Authors: Barillo Íra
Published: November 2024

A besta-fera é um tipo monstruoso e híbrido, nem lá nem cá, que vive na borda entre um e outro. O “monstruoso”, como proposto por José Gil, filósofo português, é aquele que rompe com as expectativas que fazemos do que é um ser humano. Ao não se adequar às normas sociais, aquele que segue vivendo, mostra que pode existir fora das estruturas e consequentemente inspira que outros façam o mesmo. Essa pessoa ameaça o sistema opressor e, para aqueles que o perpetuam, é monstruosa.
O meu corpo, retratado nas imagens, é um corpo grotesco, que vaza em gordura e dobras, que não atinge os padrões de beleza esperados para corpos que são classificados “femininos”. Meus desejos de expressão no mundo também não atingem o esperado de mim, são masculinos, sexualizados, exagerados. Ao misturar minha imagem com a de animais, colocando-a em dimensão exageradamente grande em relação aos outros componentes do espaço, em posição de ameaça e ameaçado ao mesmo tempo, sugiro sentimentos que perpassam a existência fora das normas em alguns aspectos, mas dentro do considerado ideal em outros. Assim como o monstro, é na complexidade, na borda entre isso e aquilo, macho e fêmea, humano e animal, que encontro morada.
Nas colagens, a quebra de fronteiras é explorada, assim como a negação das binariedades. O corpo que se forma, metade humano e metade natureza, remete às pinturas grotescas medievais, que brincavam com as possibilidades de seres além do conhecido (Kayser, “O Grotesco”). Estes seres encantados estão em movimento de construção e destruição ao mesmo tempo, atacam e são atacados, não se definem. Assim como funciona a colagem: une meios diversos, tempos diversos de origens múltiplas para formar algo que é tudo o que já foram essas imagens, mas não é nenhuma delas por inteiro, é híbrido. 
Besta Fera é uma série de colagens digitais compostas por autorretratos, fotografias de arquivo e imagens de domínio público disponibilizadas online por acervos de museus europeus e estadunidenses. Realizada durante o período de isolamento social ocasionado pela pandemia de covid-19, foi uma forma de experimentar a criação de imagens na impossibilidade de realizar a prática original do artista de retratos fotográficos. Foi exposta como lambe lambes (impressa em papel de gramatura baixa e colada em paredes e muros) no Rio de Janeiro e em Teresópolis - RJ em três ocasiões distintas, em 2022, 2023 e 2024.
Entre mito, história e ideologia: usos do passado na construção do presente em África
Authors: Castro Rezende Rodrigo
Published: November 2024

O presente artigo tem por objetivo analisar a relação entre mito, história e ideologia, averiguando seus usos no presente. Por vezes, sobretudo no continente africano, os mitos são matérias de utilização em meio a embates de ordem política, sendo incorporados a inúmeros aspectos ideológicos. Dessa forma, os mitos têm sido emparelhados em retóricas das mais diversas, o que torna interessante analisar as diferenças entre este e a História.
Aspectos da(s) ideia(s) de Europa na Época Moderna
Authors: De Castro Pinori Gino , Gomes de Carvalho Daniel
Published: November 2024

Este texto busca discutir alguns aspectos da(s) ideia(s) de Europa na Época Moderna, partindo da hipótese de que no período ela possuía, em relação aos dias atuais, grau mais alto de fragmentação, ora apresentando-se como representante da “cristandade”, como nos séculos XV e XVI, ora relacionando-se a ideia de “civilização”, como na segunda metade do século XVIII. O artigo argumenta que tiveram papel fundamental nesse processo as dinâmicas políticas do período, os textos humanistas, o papel da alteridade e a discussão sobre história e costumes no “Século das Luzes”.
A Study on the Digital Literacy Skill, its Role and Impact among Faculty Members and Research Scholars in Pali and Buddhist Studies in Various Indian Universities
Authors: Singh Shailendra Kumar , Singh Akansha
Published: November 2024

The internet has become a pivotal and transformative force in the field of language education, fundamentally altering both pedagogical methodologies and learning practices. Its integration into educational environments has been met with widespread adoption and enthusiasm from educators and students alike. By offering an expansive array of resources, the internet significantly augments learners' linguistic, cultural, and historical comprehension of target languages. These resources facilitate the incorporation of global libraries, cross-cultural research, and peer collaboration into the curriculum. The impact of internet-based technological advancements is particularly notable in the teaching and learning of specialized languages, including Pāli. This article investigates the profound influence of these digital tools on language instruction, with a specific focus on their application to Pāli language and literature.
Efundja as a risk driver and change agent for the Cuvelai-Etosha basin rural communities
Authors: Shaamhula Loide V. , Smit Hendrik A.P. , Van der Merwe Justin D.S.
Published: November 2024

Floods are one of the persistent major risk drivers impacting the Cuvelai-Etosha basin of northern Namibia. Locally known as Efundja, this disruptive event negatively impacts particularly the rural population, who have limited resources to combat its effects. Being mostly subsistence farmers in isolated communities, the floods wreak havoc with their homesteads, harvests, animals, and general way of life by cutting them off from their fields, neighbours, and essential services for prolonged periods. This study investigates the impacts and coping mechanisms of rural communities regularly affected by Efundja. Data was collected from four groups of respondents through interviews and focus groups. These were heads of households in the affected rural communities, the community leaders, local councillors and national government officials involved in disaster mitigation. This ensured a comprehensive picture of the impacts.Contribution: Despite the presence of a national disaster risk management strategy, the national disaster response mechanism rather reactively responds to the hazard as opposed to being proactive. Results indicates that the strategy is not fully implemented and the parts that are implemented functions as a top-down approach. Respondents reported a wide range of impacts and a general inability to effectively cope with Efundja, coupled with an absence of their voices in deliberations about risk reduction matters. Additions to the current disaster risk management strategy is proposed and several recommendations derived from the research results concludes the article. Should these recommendations be implemented into the Namibian disaster risk management strategy, Efundja as risk driver will also become an agent of change.
Acknowledgement to reviewers
Authors: Office Editorial
Published: November 2024

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Acknowledgement to reviewers
Authors: Office Editorial
Published: November 2024

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Scleral buckling for retinal reattachment while retaining long-standing glass intraocular foreign bodies and review of literature
Authors: Sindal Manavi D , Vaidya Mihir V , Mohan Roshni
Published: November 2024

Intraocular foreign bodies (IOFBs) can cause significant visual morbidity. Management of rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (RD) with an IOFB can be challenging. We report a case of a retained glass IOFB for 27 years, with RD secondary to atrophic holes in a lattice. We opted for a conservative approach with scleral buckling for the RD, while leaving the IOFB undisturbed. As the foreign body was remote in location with respect to the RD and removal was likely to be traumatic, the IOFB was left in situ. A tailor-made approach for each case, with regular follow-up examinations, can yield optimum results.
Bilateral central retinal vein occlusion in a case of Takayasu arteritis
Authors: Ghag Gaurav R , Bang Rucha R , Potdar Nayana A , Jiwane Amruta N , Gharat Anujja M
Published: November 2024

Takayasu arteritis (TA) is a chronic inflammatory granulomatous vasculitis which most commonly affects the aorta and its primary branches. We present a rare case of bilateral central retinal vein occlusion in a patient of TA. A 32-year-old female presented with sudden, painless diminution of vision in both eyes since 4 months, which was increased in the past 4 days. She is a known case of TA. On examination, the best corrected visual acuity of both eyes was 6/12 with no iris and angle neovascularization. Fundus examination and optical coherence tomography revealed dilated and tortuous retinal veins, sclerosed vessels, and flame-shaped hemorrhages in all four quadrants with macular edema.
Subconjunctival foreign body mimicking uveal tissue prolapse
Authors: Sangewar Vishakha S , Joshi Devika S , Punjabi Dharti Y
Published: November 2024

Subconjunctival foreign body is a foreign object that gets embedded beneath the conjunctiva. As the conjunctiva is a thin and transparent tissue, it is more prone to foreign body penetration, even with trivial trauma. In a suspected case of subconjunctival foreign body, we should exclude open globe injuries by doing Seidel’s test. We present a case of 3 year old child who presented with subconjunctival metallic foreign body, which was mimicking uveal tissue prolapse.
Surgical management of traumatic dislocated lens with CM T Flex IOL implantation: A sutureless, glueless, T-haptic scleral fixated intraocular lens
Authors: Madhivanan Nivean , Archana N , Sekaran Sangeetha , Ramesh Shruthy Vaishali , Ramesh Prasanna Venkatesh
Published: November 2024

Scleral fixated intraocular lenses (SFIOLs) have revolutionized aphakia management with compromised capsular support. Previous techniques, predominantly sutured SFIOLs, exhibited durability but were plagued by suture-related issues, necessitating advancements in fixation methodologies. In this case, a patient with lens dislocation post-ocular trauma underwent a vitrectomy with nucleus removal using the vacuum-assisted levitation method. Subsequently, the implantation of a novel CM T Flex IOL with a distinctive T-shaped haptic design was performed, obviating the need for haptic tucking or suturing. The surgical approach showcased heightened efficiency, minimized tissue handling, and a decreased risk of complications, collectively contributing to improved postoperative outcomes.
Three-point transscleral suture fixation of a foldable three-looped haptics one-piece posterior chamber intraocular lens implantation
Authors: Zhuang Miao , Tan Chengye , Wang Yan , Yao Yong
Published: November 2024

A 73-year-old male patient was suffering from aphakia due to ocular trauma. Capsular implantation of a posterior chamber intraocular lens (PCIOL) was impossible in the absence of capsular support. Three-point transscleral suture fixation was used. The technique was performed under retrobulbar anesthesia. A three-looped haptics one-piece foldable PCIOL was suspended in the eye with one haptic at 6 o’clock and tied by a cow-hitch knot, and the haptics at 2 o’clock and 10 o’clock were threaded by another suture. The patient was followed up for 6 months postoperatively, and the postoperative logarithm of the minimum angle of resolution at the final follow-up was 0.3. The intraocular lens remained well positioned and stable. No complications, such as suture loosening, hypotony, chronic inflammation, or retinal detachment, were observed during the postsurgery follow-up period.
Visual rehabilitation of a case of keratoglobus with ICL
Authors: Ahooja Hitendra , Yadav Shraddha , Gautam Kaushal , Chhikara Neeru
Published: November 2024

This case report presents the management of a 21-year-old male with high myopic status and keratoglobus seeking refractive surgery. The patient exhibited severe myopia, poor vision, and diffuse corneal thinning with steepening in both eyes. Preoperative evaluations included corneal topography, anterior chamber depth, and pachymetry measurements. A surgical plan involving toric implantable collamer lenses (ICLs) was devised. Subsequent eye surgeries, with appropriate adjustments, resulted in improved visual acuity. This case underscores the challenges of ICL surgery in keratoglobus, the importance of meticulous preoperative assessment, and the need for individualized surgical approaches.
Very asymmetric disc edema in fulminant idiopathic intracranial hypertension: A rare and an unusual clinical finding
Authors: Chattannavar Goura , Sheth Jenil , Nanavati Hardik , Varma Dandu Ravi , Kekunnaya Ramesh
Published: November 2024

Fulminant idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH) can present as a rapid and severe vision-threatening condition, particularly in young females. We present a distinctive case of fulminant IIH characterized by asymmetrical vision loss with unilateral disc edema with loss of vision in the eye without disc edema. The patient exhibited an unusual serial sequence of radiological signs of raised intracranial pressure, emphasizing the need for emergent treatment. Resolution of the radiological signs was achieved following theco-peritoneal shunt placement. This case highlights the occurrence of fulminant IIH in unilateral disc edema and cause–effect relation between raised intracranial pressure and radiological signs and educative emphasis on the pathophysiology of the condition.
The first reported case of a KeraKlear keratoprosthesis patient with glistening formations
Authors: Gok Alptekin , Bulut Erkan , Isık Burcu , Arslan Gurcan Dogukan
Published: November 2024

A glistening formation was observed in a patient who underwent KeraKlear keratoprosthesis implantation. We hypothesized that this is due to the acrylic material in the KeraKlear, similar to that used in intraocular lenses. To our knowledge, this is the first reported case of a patient with KeraKlear keratoprosthesis developing glistening formations.
Revision of leaking bleb with sterile cord wall amniotic membrane graft
Authors: Razlog Elena , Nahon-Esteve Sacha , Arndt Carl , Denoyer Alexandre
Published: November 2024

To report the use of a devitalized, dehydrated human cord wall amniotic membrane to repair a late bleb leak with a scleral defect occurring long after a trabeculectomy. A 32-year-old woman presented with a bleb leak and underlying scleral thinning at the site of a trabeculectomy performed 10 years previously, inducing severe ocular hypotony. The bleb leak was persistent after multiple surgeries, including a conjunctival flap and lyophilized amniotic membrane grafting. A lyophilized cord wall amniotic membrane graft (SclerFIX®, TBF Genie Tissulaire, Mions, France) was used to repair the bleb. At 6 months postoperatively, the graft was intact, the bleb was formed, and no leakage was noted. The intraocular pressure was 12 mmHg. Cord wall amniotic membrane grafting appears to be useful for revision of a leaking bleb. It is simple and quickly accessible, requiring no additional surgery. Further studies with larger sample sizes would be ideal to confirm this result.
The evaluation of therapeutic outcomes of biologics in allergic fungal rhinosinusitis: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Authors: Aljubran H J , Bamalan O A , Alfayez A A , Abdulhameed R M , Almuhaimid T M , Al Bar M , Almomen A A , Alahmari M S
Published: November 2024

Allergic fungal rhinosinusitis (AFRS) is a localized inflammatory, hypersensitivity reaction affecting the nasal cavity and its sinuses secondary to fungal colonization. The burden of surgical revisions and recurrence rates in this disease led to a recent hypothesized advancement in the medical management being experimented, which is the use of biologics. Therefore, this systematic review analyzed nine articles to highlight the significance of biologics in the management of AFRS through a comprehensive strategy, as seen in Supplementary Methods Section (1-9).
Recent advances in chronic rhinosinusitis: pathophysiology, treatments, and outcome measures
Authors: Fokkens W J , Sedaghat A , Soyka M , Reitsma S
Published: November 2024

This review discusses major developments in chronic rhinosinusitis. The latest papers on prevalence of the disease, the burden for patients and society, the lack of awareness, the development of patient classifications and the consequences for the management of the disease. Our discussion includes major developments in the treatment of the disease with biologics but also their limitations. Recent developments also include evolution in the goals of care, where until recently we were content with control of disease but now start to aim for remission and maybe even cure. To reach that aim we need better definitions of disease, outcomes and biomarkers to predict the optimal moment of intervention in the development of the disease. Time will tell whether earlier intervention can prevent development of the disease and later sequelae.
Intelligent Electric Vehicles
Authors: Liu Shaoshan
Published: November 2024

Intelligent Electric Vehicles is essential for automotive professionals, technology enthusiasts, policymakers, and investors. It demystifies complex IEV concepts, offering real-world case studies and strategic insights into monetization opportunities. Learn about the global IEV supply chain, the Autonomy Economy, customer-centric design, and project management for IEVs. Dive into core technologies like electrification, autonomous driving, cockpit intelligence, and ecosystems. Understand the roles of semiconductors, connectivity, and safety standards. Stay ahead in the evolving world of Intelligent Electric Vehicles with this comprehensive guide.
NGHIÊN CỨU CHẾ TẠO KÍNH TỰ LÀM SẠCH VỚI LỚP XÚC TÁC QUANG FILM BẢN MỎNG DẠNG QUE ĐỊNH HƯỚNG 1D ZnO@rGO TRÊN NỀN KÍNH THUỶ TINH
Authors: VAN KHUE THANH , NGUYỄN VĂN TRỌNG  , ĐOÀN VĂN ĐẠT  , VÕ THÀNH CÔNG
Published: November 2024

Trong nghiên cứu này, vật liệu film bản mỏng ZnO nanorod được tổng hợp bằng phương pháp thủy nhiệt và phương pháp cấy mầm tinh thể. Theo đó, lớp film ZnO được cấy và phát triển thẳng hàng trên mặt kính. Để tăng hiệu quả của lớp film, vật liệu rGO được nghiên cứu tổng hợp một cách hiệu quả theo phương pháp Hummer cải tiến và kết hợp với lớp film ZnO để tạo hệ ZnO@rGO trên nền kính. Vật liệu film bản mỏng ZnO@rGO dạng que định hướng 1D sau tổng hợp được nghiên cứu các đặc trưng về hình thái học, cấu trúc tinh thể thông qua các kỹ thuật Hóa lý hiện đại như nhiễu xạ tia X (XRD), kính hiển vi điện tử quét (SEM), kính hiển vi điện tử truyền qua (TEM). Hiệu quả của lớp film được tổng hợp được ứng dụng vào phản ứng xúc tác quang hóa phân hủy chất màu hữu cơ methylene blue (MB) và được đánh giá bằng phương pháp phân tích quang phổ hấp thụ tử ngoại - khả kiến (UV-Vis). Qua các kết quả phân tích cho thấy, hình thái lớp film có dạng que với đường kính của các que trung bình khoảng 50 nm và được sắp xếp thẳng hàng, độ dày lớp film khoảng từ 1 đến 1,5 µm và có cấu trúc tinh thể wurtzite của ZnO. Các kết quả phân tích nhiễu xạ XRD và TEM mô tả đặc trung lớp lớp film dị thể của rGO tạo composite với ZnO. Bên cạnh đó, phân tích UV-Vis cho thấy, hiệu quả của phản ứng xúc tác quang hóa phân hủy chất màu MB của lớp film dạng ZnO@rGO tốt hơn so với các dạng ZnO và ZnO@GO.
Evaluasi Kristis Pandangan Teologi Kemakmuran Tentang Pemahaman Makna Penderitaan
Authors: Waruwu Elifati , Sapan Naomi
Published: November 2024

Teologi kemakmuran merupakan salah satu gerakan yang muncul dan menjadi satu fenomena tersendiri yang sangat mempengaruhi kehidupan keKristenan sejak abad ke-20.  Bagi teologi kemakmuran penderitaan merupakan suatu dosa dan tidak berkenan Tuhan bagi mereka yang mengalami penderitaan. Jadi, ketika teologi kemakmuran berbicara tentang penderitaan yang terjadi dalam kehidupan orang percaya maka ajaran ini melihat sebagai kutuk Tuhan, teologi kemakmuran percaya bahwa orang percaya haruslah kaya materi, sehat fisik dan mempunyai hidup berkelimpahan. Doktrin dari teologi kemakmuran terlalu menarik dan menolak penderitaan yang terjadi dalam kehidupan orang percaya. Kehadiran ajaran teologi kemakmuran ini menimbulkan permasalahan yang berhubungan dengan teologi Kristen. Karya tulis ini menggunakan metode kualitatif melalui pendekatan teologi sistematika. Pendekatan ini dilakukan untuk melihat bagaimana teologi kemakmuran membangun teologinya, dan mengevaluasi tersebut.  Teologi kemakmuran membangun teologinya berdasarkan Yohanes 10:10b dan menafsirkan dengan pemahaman sendiri tanpa menghiraukan arti yang sebenarnya
METODE GURU PENDIDIKAN AGAMA KRISTEN DALAM MEMBANTU SISWA TUNANETRA (GANGGUAN PADA PENGLIHATAN) DALAM BELAJAR
Authors: Warasi Sepniwati , Gulo Atirina , Liunokas Novi , Tatubeket Ela Meronisa R. , Hasibuan Nelson
Published: November 2024

The purpose of this study is to find out and provide appropriate teaching methods for Christian Religious Education (PAK) teachers to help visually impaired students in learning. Because there are still Christian religious education teachers in teaching the visually impaired only use conventional methods (lectures) which are monotonous and less interesting. As a result, students often feel bored and have difficulty understanding the learning material. For this reason, this research uses a qualitative method with a literature research approach. Data was collected by reviewing various literature, articles, books, and related sources of information. The results show that Christian Religious Education teachers can use several teaching methods that are suitable for the characteristics of visually impaired students, such as the lecture method, question and answer method, discussion method, and drill method. In addition, Christian Religious Education teachers must give special attention, guide, and motivate blind students to help them learn. The conclusion of this research is that Christian Religious Education teachers must be able to apply a variety of appropriate and interesting teaching methods in an innovative, creative, and versatile manner to optimize the learning experience of blind students, making learning more effective and enjoyable. Appropriate teaching methods and supportive approaches significantly improve students' engagement and understanding of the teaching materials.
PAK ORANG DEWASA: KARAKTER ISTRI KRISTEN BERDASARKAN TITUS 2:4-5
Authors: Siburian Hendro Hariyanto
Published: November 2024

Setiap istri Kristen wajib memiliki karakter yang baik sesuai dengan Firman Tuhan. Oleh sebab itu sangat penting untuk mengetahui ajaran Alkitab tentang karakter seorang istri Kristen. Lewat Pendidikan agama Kristen orang dewasa, maka pengajaran tentang karakter seorang istri dapat dilakukan. Adapun tujuan artikel ini adalah menggali ajaran tentang karakter istri Kristen berdasarkan Titus 2:4-5. Sesuai dengan tujuan penulis artikel ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi literatur dan studi eksposisi teks. Hasil penelitian ini mengungkap bahwa seorang istri Kristen dalam Titus 2:4-5 yaitu seorang istri mengasihi suami dan anak-anaknya, hidup bijaksana dan suci, rajin mengatur rumah tangganya, baik hati dan taat kepada suaminya. Jika setiap istri Kristen memiliki karakter tersebut, maka keluarga Kristen akan harmonis dan berkenan di hadapan Tuhan Yesus.
Classification, Hazard Assessment, and Optimization Strategy for Some Critical Rockfall Locations in the Duhok Area, North of Iraq
Authors: Al Sumaidaie Mahmood , Abdullah Nazar , Al-Jawadi Azeldeen , khatony Saddam
Published: November 2024

Duhok City is characterized by being built in a mountainous area, mostly limited between the Zawa and Bekhir mountains. The city and surroundings have been exposed to many rockslide accidents, especially during the rainy seasons. Some rock slides and falls occurred as a result of earthquakes occurring nearby in Iraq and Turkey. The current study aims to classify and evaluate the risks of landslides, to deal with them, and strategies for improving hazardous sites that may be subject to sliding. Many road cuts have been noticed at different locations in the Duhok vicinity and they were in critical equilibrium. The locations of the road cuts are detected within four major anticlines which are from south to north, Bekhair, Brifka, Chia Gara, and Kham Teer anticlines and they are arranged in echelon patterns extending from east to west, following the Taurus Mountain chains from Turkey. The main rock units seen in these locations consist of limestone, marly limestone, chalky limestone, and dolomitic limestone. Different types of structurally and non-structurally controlled failures have been identified, however, since the study is restricted to carbonate rocks, the structurally controlled failures are most important in this research due to their competence. Three types of slopes have been classified from the field observations, planar, wedge, and toppling failures. During the year 2024, and because of the heavy rain season and earthquake activities, many of these slopes were triggered. Many rockfall accidents have been registered alongside some narrow roads and highways in the city and surroundings.
Assessment of Slope Stability at Erbil Citadel, Kurdistan Region of Iraq Using Bejerman’s Method
Authors: Sissakian Varoujan , Sherwani Govand
Published: November 2024

The Erbil Citadel is located in the center of Erbil City; the capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. The shape of the citadel is a large, oval hill. The Citadel was inhabited more than 6,000 years ago and is thought to be one of the longest-continuously inhabited sites in the world. Therefore, the Citadel was announced in 2014 as a World Heritage by UNESCO. The height of the Citadel is not uniform; it ranges between (28–30) m, the top elevation is 429 m (a.s.l.), whereas the bottom elevation ranges between (407– 416) m (a.s.l). The Citadel has an oval shape with diameters between (350 – 420) m, the E–W being the longest. The slopes of the Citadel (Tell) display severe erosion and slope stability problems, the main types are creep, which can endanger the existing historical buildings, especially on the edges of the Citadel. Different data about the Citadel have been reviewed but couldn’t find special studies concerning the slope stability of the Citadel. Therefore, we have applied Bejerman’s method, which is a quick field method to assess the slope stability of the slopes of the Citadel to find the Landslide Possibility Index (LPI). Eleven stations were selected around the Citadel to apply Bejerman’s method, the stations were selected in the site; wherever clear indications were found for slope instability. The results of the assessment showed that the LPI ranges between 18–22, which means grade IV, and Failure possibility of Medium (2 stations), and High (9 stations). Recommendations are given to keep the slopes of the citadel as safe as possible.
Heavy Metal Content in the Soil of Baiji Refinery and Surrounding Area, Controlling its Distribution Factors
Authors: Khaleel Ahmed , Khwedim Kareem
Published: November 2024

This study was conducted to analyze the presence of heavy metals within the soil inside and around Baiji Oil Refinery and their factors that control the spatial distribution of metals in soils existed as (organic matter (OM), iron-manganese, pH, clay minerals). In this study, geochemical analysis of Baiji Oil Refinery soil and nearby areas was conducted by Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS). Twenty two samples were analysed in which the results showed heavy metal as (Cd, Pb, Cr, Ni, Fe, Mn, Zn and Cu) concentrations that most of these metals were found to be higher than their global limits in the soil, except (Fe, Mn and Zn) found to be within those limits. Controlling factors were conducted for six samples, three of highest concentrations and three of lowest one. The results reveal that the mean concentration of OM in the highest concentrations was 1.64% while the lowest concentrations was 1.59%, the mean concentration of Fe-Mn was in the highest concentrations 23380-359 ppm and in the lowest samples was 11304-114 ppm, respectively. The mean concentration for the pH in the highest concentrations was 8.5 and for the samples within the lowest concentrations was 7.9. However, the mean clay for the samples within the highest concentration were 1.04%, whereas the samples within the lowest concentration were 1.48%. The results showed that the controlling factors did not affect the soil heavy metal distribution of Baiji Oil Refinery and their nearby areas. Therefore, such results indicate the role of industrial processes (oil industries) in increasing the concentration of heavy metals in the soils in addition to the elements inherited from the parent rocks.
Organic Matter Characteristics and Hydrocarbon Potential of Jurassic Sargelu Formation in X Well, Northern Iraq
Authors: Al-Essa Asmaa , Alkhafaji Mohamed
Published: November 2024

Sargelu Formation from X Well, northern Iraq was studied to evaluate the hydrocarbon generation potential. To achieve this purpose, 15 rock samples were analyzed for Total Organic Carbon, Rock Eval pyrolysis and biomarkers analysis. The studied samples were classified as poor-excellent source rocks, in which they have Total Organic Carbon content in the range of 0.21% - 5.21 wt.%, with an average of 1.07 wt.%. There is gradually increasing with depth. Based on modified Van Krevelen diagram, most of the samples fall in the Kerogen type II and II/III except two samples which fall in the zone of type III. Unimodal normal alkane distributions, low Terrigenous to Aquatic Ratio values (ranging between 0.06-0.54), higher concentrations of C23 tricyclic terpanes relative to C19 tricyclic terpanes indicating minimal terrestrial input relative to aquatic sources. Pristane/Phytane ratios are in the range of 0.41-0.61 which indicate marine anoxic depositional environment. The C29/C30 ratios ranging between 0.65-1.04, indicated of anoxic marl or carbonate rocks. Tmaxvalues are in the range of 418-440oC, C29SS/SS+RR ratios ranged between 0.45–0.47 whereas C29ββ/ββ +αα ratios are between 0.51 and 0.53. The methyl phenanthrene index for studied sample is in the range of 0.53-0.60. All these results indicate immature-early mature organic matter.
Delineation of Seawater Intrusion, Using Geo-electric Resistivity Method, in Shallow Aquifer in Western Part of Makassar, South Sulawesi, Indonesia
Authors: Mas'ud Lalu , Azikin Busthan , Umar Hamid , Zubair Hazairin
Published: November 2024

The West Coast of Makassar is a very potential area to be developed as a center of economic growth, but on the other hand these areas are also stored various environmental problems, one of which is related to the salt water intrusion. The purpose of this study is to delineate saltwater intrusion and determine the quality of shallow groundwater. The research method is including the field observation by taking geo-electrical resistivity data. The study of the resistivity imaging results were clearly showed very low resistivity anomalies (0-5 Ωm) on all profiles of a given depth. The distribution of these low resistivity anomalies is not simple due to their distribution in complex patterns that exhibit as dispersed shapes. The depth of these very low resistivity zones was found to be varied from 15 to 60 m in different profiles. Areas that have experienced seawater intrusion are in parts of Tamalanrea, Ujung Tanah, Tallo, Wajo, Bontoala, Panakukang, Makassar, Rappocini, Mariso, Mamajang and parts of Tamalate District. Based on resistivity analysis, the possible origin of salt water comes from connate water.
Perancangan Aplikasi E-Commerce Menggunakan Cloud Computing dan Arsitektur Severless Lambda
Authors:   Universitas Kristen Satya Wacana, Santoso Liem Margareth
Published: November 2024

E-commerce applications are one area that continues to develop rapidly in the digital industry. The use of cloud computing and serverless lambda technology has provided many advantages in developing and managing e-commerce applications. However, the need for flexibility, scalability, and operational efficiency is increasingly driving the adoption of serverless architecture as an approach to building adaptive and cost-effective e-commerce applications. The app allows sellers to market products, take orders, and manage inventory efficiently, while customers can easily browse the product catalog, add items to their shopping cart, and complete checkout. Through performance analysis and evaluation, we show that the serverless Lambda architecture is capable of automatically providing scalability according to application traffic requirements. Additionally, a serverless approach also reduces the burden of infrastructure administration, allowing developers to focus on developing features and functionality that have a direct impact on the user experience.
Klasifikasi Status Gizi Balita Menggunakan Algoritma Support Vector Machine dengan Optimasi Grid Search Cross-Validation
Authors:   Universitas Harapan Bangsa, Nadroh Azkiyatun , Triwibowo Deny Nugroho , Sumantri R. Bagus Bambang
Published: November 2024

Toddlers are children aged 0 to 59 months who experience rapid growth and development and require a higher intake of nutrients. This study aims to classify the nutritional status of toddlers using the Support Vector Machine (SVM) algorithm with Grid Search optimization. The quality of a toddler's nutrition significantly affects their growth and development, and malnutrition is a major issue in Indonesia. Data were obtained from Posyandu Desa Jagalempeni, comprising a total of 512 toddler data entries. After undergoing pre-processing and feature engineering, the data were classified using SVM. The initial results showed an accuracy of 80%. Following the application of Grid Search optimization with the Radial Basis Function (RBF) kernel, accuracy increased to 86.17%. These results indicate that Grid Search is effective in optimizing SVM model parameters and improving classification performance.
Aneurisma gigante de artéria esplênica: aspectos de imagem e desafio terapêutico
Authors: Souza Faillan Araújo , Machado Thais Martins Nazareth , Araújo Emanuella Oliveira de , Oliveira Glauber Lutterbach de , Guimarães Marcos Duarte , Leite Priscylla Pereira Medeiros
Published: November 2024

Alterações patológicas que ocorrem na parede arterial são as principais causas para formação de um aneurisma. A incidência de aneurismas verdadeiros de artéria esplênica (AAE) é rara, sendo normalmente mais prevalentes em mulheres e diagnosticados por tomografia computadorizada. AAEs pequenos (até 2 cm) geralmente são achados incidentalmente e assintomáticos enquanto que AAEs gigantes (maiores que 10 cm) são bastante incomuns e apresentam risco de ruptura de até 28%, com uma taxa de mortalidade de 40%. Os AAEs estão sendo diagnosticados atualmente com mais frequência devido a maior disponibilidade de tomografia computadorizada e angiografia, com métodos de imagem como ultrassonografia, tomografia e angiotomografia computadorizadas e ressonância magnética fazendo parte do arsenal diagnóstico, em que condições como cistos, pseudocistos e tumores císticos pancreáticos, leiomiomas gástricos e leiomiossarcomas precisam ser diferenciados dos AAEs gigantes. O tratamento cirúrgico é universalmente indicado para todos os aneurismas sintomáticos, AAEs gigantes, dentre outros. As intervenções abertas são reservadas para casos com hemodinâmica instável ou rupturas e são consideradas padrão-ouro no tratamento de AAEs gigantes. Este trabalho relata um caso clínico envolvendo os aspectos do diagnóstico e tratamento bem sucedido de uma paciente de 64 anos com AAE gigante com mais de 20 cm no seu maior eixo diagnosticado através de angiotomografia computadorizada e submetida a aneurismectomia com esplenectomia com desfecho favorável, contribuindo para maior entendimento acerca dessa rara condição.
Non-financial disclosure and stock prices: a literature review
Authors: John Mary
Published: November 2024

Corporate managers are currently encountering increasing pressure from different stakeholders demanding them to enhance the disclosure of nonfinancial information regarding activities of their companies. This issue arises due to the insufficiency of the traditional financial data provided by most companies, which lacks additional information like non-financial disclosure which is crucial for making investment decisions. A growing body of literature has emerged filling that gap, aiming to investigate the relationship between nonfinancial disclosure and stock prices through the utilization of various methodologies and models. This manuscript critically assesses existing literature that seeks to elucidate the significance of nonfinancial disclosure in eliciting reactions in stock prices. Specifically, the study focuses on three key nonfinancial disclosure variables which includes environmental disclosure, social disclosure and governance disclosure factors. Based on the analysis, the paper concluded that the findings from previous studies are inconclusive and varied, thereby indicating the necessity for further research employing different analytical techniques.
Automated Cobb angle measurement in scoliosis radiographs: A deep learning approach for screening
Authors: Low Xi Zhen , Furqan Mohammad Shaheryar , Makmur Andrew , Lim Desmond Shi Wei , Liu Ren Wei , Lim Xinyi , Chan Yiong Huak , Tan Jiong Hao , Lau Leok Lim , Hallinan James Thomas Patrick Decourcy
Published: November 2024

Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis is the most common paediatric spinal deformity, impacting 1 in 300 children.1 In Singapore and other countries, national screening programmes have been established to detect scoliosis early, with the aim of using bracing to prevent progression to moderate or severe scoliosis, which may require surgical intervention.1,2 Whole spine radiography is crucial for accurately diagnosing scoliosis using the Cobb method, where scoliosis is defined by a Cobb angle of at least 10°.3 This method requires precise identification of the most tilted vertebral endplates above and below the curve apex, leading to a classification of mild (10–25°), moderate (25–40°) or severe scoliosis (>40°).4