bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Genomic evidence that microbial carbon degradation is dominated by iron redox metabolism in thawing permafrost
Authors: Romanowicz Karl J , Crump Byron C , Kling George W
Published: November 2023

Microorganisms drive many aspects of organic carbon cycling in thawing permafrost soils, but the compositional trajectory of the post-thaw microbiome and its metabolic activity remain uncertain, which limits our ability to predict permafrost–climate feedbacks in a warming world. Using quantitative metabarcoding and metagenomic sequencing, we determined relative and absolute changes in microbiome composition and functional gene abundance during thaw incubations of wet sedge tundra collected from northern Alaska, USA. Organic soils from the tundra active-layer (0–50 cm), transition-zone (50–70 cm), and permafrost (70+ cm) depths were incubated under reducing conditions at 4 °C for 30 days to mimic an extended thaw duration. Following extended thaw, we found that iron (Fe)-cycling Gammaproteobacteria, specifically the heterotrophic Fe(III)-reducing Rhodoferax sp. and chemoautotrophic Fe(II)-oxidizing Gallionella sp., increased by 3–5 orders of magnitude in absolute abundance within the transition-zone and permafrost microbiomes, accounting for 65% of community abundance. We also found that the abundance of genes for Fe(III) reduction (e.g., MtrE) and Fe(II) oxidation (e.g., Cyc1) increased concurrently with genes for benzoate degradation and pyruvate metabolism, in which pyruvate is used to generate acetate that can be oxidized, along with benzoate, to CO2 when coupled with Fe(III) reduction. Gene abundance for CH4 metabolism decreased following extended thaw, suggesting dissimilatory Fe(III) reduction suppresses acetoclastic methanogenesis under reducing conditions. Our genomic evidence indicates that microbial carbon degradation is dominated by iron redox metabolism via an increase in gene abundance associated with Fe(III) reduction and Fe(II) oxidation during initial permafrost thaw, likely increasing microbial respiration while suppressing methanogenesis in wet sedge tundra.
Milk exosomes anchored with hydrophilic and zwitterionic motifs enhance mucus permeability for applications in oral gene delivery
Authors: Zhang Chenzhen , Zhang Hengli , Millán Cotto Héctor A. , Boyer Timothy L. , Warren Matthew R. , Wang Chia-Ming , Luchan Joshua , Dhal Pradeep K. , Carrier Rebecca L. , Bajpayee Ambika G.
Published: November 2023

Surface modification of milk exosomes with hydrophilic and zwitterionic peptides improves stability in the gastrointestinal tract, permeability through intestinal mucus, and uptake into epithelial cells, thereby markedly increasing the efficiency of oral administration for gene delivery.
Bioluminescent detection of viral surface proteins using branched multivalent protein switches
Authors: Gräwe Alexander , Spruit Cindy M. , de Vries Robert P. , Merkx Maarten
Published: November 2023

Modular virus diagnostics is key to prevent virus spread. Here, we combine state-of-the-art synthetic biology tools to create a modular bioluminescent sensor platform of branched, multivalent protein switches for detecting viral surface proteins.
Suppressed charge recombination via defect engineering of confined semiconducting quantum dots for photoelectrocatalysis
Authors: Hu Ce , Ye Daojian , Ren Jie , Wu Congcong , Zhao Chenya , Xu Weiyang , Zhou Hang , Yu Ting , Luo Xingfang , Yuan Cailei
Published: November 2023

Suppression of photogenerated charge recombination and efficient charge transfer in dispersed defect-engineered semiconducting quantum dots.
A trinuclear metallasilsesquioxane of uranium(iii)
Authors: Tricoire Maxime , Jori Nadir , Fadaei Tirani Farzaneh , Scopelliti Rosario , Z̆ivković Ivica , Natrajan Louise S. , Mazzanti Marinella
Published: November 2023

The silsesquioxane ligand (iBuPOSSH3) allowed the assembly of robust polynuclear complexes of uranium(iii) and the isolation of the first trinuclear U(iii) complex that exhibits magnetic exchange.
Polymorphism of amantadinium niflumate
Authors: Krawczyk Marta S. , Krawczyk Monika K. , Majerz Irena
Published: November 2023

The structural studies of two polymorphs of a new potential drug – amantadinium niflumate – have been presented. Analysis of the weak interactions performed by QTAIM and NCI theoretical methods allowed the differences in the crystals to be studied.
High-value utilization of lignin: construction of an intelligent release system for targeting the delivery of pesticides
Authors: Wang Yitong , Yu Xiaona , Ma Shuaishuai , Cao Shuling , Yuan Xufeng , Zhu Wanbin , Wang Hongliang
Published: November 2023

Lignin, as an intelligent material, holds significant potential for the development of pesticide smart delivery systems, thereby promoting the green and sustainable development of agriculture.
Metal- and additive-free TfOH catalyzed chemoselective O- and S-trifluoroethylation of oxindoles, isoindolines and thio-oxindoles
Authors: Lamba Manisha , Singh Prasoon Raj , Bhatt Shubham , Goswami Avijit
Published: November 2023

A highly efficient and chemoselective approach has been developed for the O- and S- trifluoroethylation of oxindoles, isoindolines, and thio-oxindoles utilizing Brønsted acid catalysis under greener protocol.
Thermoplastic, redox recyclable silicone–lipoamide elastomers
Authors: Noman Muhammad Ebad , Zheng Sijia , Xue Haiyan , Brook Michael A.
Published: November 2023

Lipoamide formation, from lipoic acid and aminopropylsilicones, is accompanied by ring-opening polymerization to generate thermoplastic, silicone lipoamide copolymers. The materials are readily degraded by reduction of the disulfide linkages.
A low-cost and high precision determination method of 87Sr/86Sr ratios for red wine using thermal ionization mass spectrometry without column separation
Authors: Li Chao-Feng , Wang Xuan-Ce , Chu Zhu-Yin , Peng Peng
Published: November 2023

Thermal ionization mass spectrometry is considered as the “gold standard” for obtaining precise 87Sr/86Sr isotopic ratios.
Photoluminescence mechanism of red emissive carbon dots from a diaminobenzoic acid isomer
Authors: Liu Yunpeng , Ding Haojie , Zhang Shulan , Qu Mujing , Duan Jiaxin , Dai Henglong , Li Huili
Published: November 2023

A carboxylic acid moiety realizes the transition of carbon dots from yellow to red emission.
High-throughput prediction of oxygen vacancy defect migration near misfit dislocations in SrTiO3/BaZrO3 heterostructures
Authors: Ebmeyer William , Dholabhai Pratik P.
Published: November 2023

Among their numerous technological applications, semi-coherent oxide heterostructures have emerged as promising candidates for applications in intermediate temperature solid oxide fuel cell electrolytes, wherein interfaces influence ionic transport.
Thermoelectric nanowires for dense 3D printed architectures
Authors: Zhang Danwei , Ramiah Jayanthi , Cagirici Mehmet , Saglik Kivanc , Solco Samantha Faye Duran , Cao Jing , Xu Jianwei , Suwardi Ady
Published: November 2023

The density of pressure-less sintered 3D-printed thermoelectrics is improved through a binder-less and sintering aid-free nanowire ink system. The effectiveness of densification is quantified by a dimensionless metric – filler-derived density (FDI) index.
Synthesis of functionalized disiloxanes with nonconventional fluorescence via oxa-Michael addition reaction
Authors: Wang Rui , Feng Shengyu , Liu Hailong , Yi Gang , Wang Dengxu
Published: November 2023

The oxa-Michael addition reaction was developed as an organosilicon synthetic methodology for the synthesis of functionalized disiloxanes with nonconventional fluorescence.
Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons containing antiaromatic chalcogenopyrano[3,2-b]-chalcogenopyrans
Authors: Chen Weinan , Zong Hao , Xie Yujie , Xu Jianping , Cai Jia-Wei , Wang Sui-Dong , Zhou Gang
Published: November 2023

Six chalcogen-fused polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons containing antiaromatic chalcogenopyrano[3,2-b]chalcogenopyran have been successfully synthesized and their optoelectronic properties have been systematically investigated.
Discrimination of mycoplasma infection using machine learning models trained on autofluorescence signatures of host cells
Authors: Bamba Kenzo , Takabe Kyosuke , Daitoku Hiroaki , Tanaka Yoshikazu , Ohtani Azusa , Ozawa Midori , Fukamizu Akiyoshi , Nomura Nobuhiko , Kohara Arihiro , Kunoh Tatsuki
Published: November 2023

Cellular autofluorescence signatures, considered to represent the physiological state of individual cells, allow us to discriminate mycoplasma infection using machine learning models.
Construction of a hollow nickel–magnesium ferrite decorated nitrogen-doped reduced graphene oxide composite aerogel for highly efficient and broadband microwave absorption
Authors: Shu Ruiwen , Xu Leilei , Zhao Ziwei
Published: November 2023

In this work, nitrogen-doped reduced graphene oxide/hollow nickel–magnesium ferrite composite aerogel was prepared, which had a unique three-dimensional porous network structure, broadband and high-efficiency microwave absorption performance.
Anodic dissolution of aluminum in non-aqueous electrolyte solutions for sodium-ion batteries
Authors: Colbin Lars Olow Simon , Hall Charles Aram , Etman Ahmed S. , Buckel Alexander , Nyholm Leif , Younesi Reza
Published: November 2023

The respective impact of the electrolyte and solvent, during anodic dissolution or passivation of aluminum was investigated in electrolyte solutions developed for sodium-ion batteries.
Plant adaptation to climate change
Authors: Foyer Christine H. , Kranner Ilse
Published: November 2023

Plants are vital to human health and well-being, as well as helping to protect the environment against the negative impacts of climate change. They are an essential part of the ‘One Health’ strategy that seeks to balance and optimize the health of people, animals and the environment. Crucially, plants are central to nature-based solutions to climate mitigation, not least because soil carbon storage is an attractive strategy for mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and the associated climate change. Agriculture depends on genetically pure, high-quality seeds that are free from pests and pathogens and contain a required degree of genetic purity. This themed collection addresses key questions in the field encompassing the biochemical mechanisms that underlie plant responses and adaptations to a changing climate. This collection encompasses an analysis of the biochemistry and molecular mechanisms underpinning crop and forest resilience, together with considerations of plant adaptations to climate change-associated stresses, including drought, floods and heatwaves, and the increased threats posed by pathogens and pests.
Transient‐based radio frequency fingerprinting with adaptive ensemble of transforms and convolutional neural network
Authors: Baldini Gianmarco
Published: November 2023

Radio Frequency Fingerprinting (RFF) has been recently investigated by the research community to enhance wireless security. This letter proposes an RFF approach based only on the complex ramp‐up transient portion of the transmitted frame. The well known issues in literature with the use of the transients for RFF is that they have very short duration, they are strongly non‐stationary and their analysis is sensitive to noise. Then, this letter proposes the application of an ensemble of transforms to the original complex time domain representation in combination with Convolution Neural Network (CNN) to address these issues. To avoid the computing demanding calculation of all the considered transforms, a pre‐processing step based on feature extraction and filter feature selection is implemented to select the most discriminating transforms to reduce the input data to the CNN. The approach is applied to two public RFF data sets, where the complex transient ramp‐up have been extracted. The result shows that the proposed approach is able to obtain a classification accuracy higher than the baseline based on the original signal or selected transforms across various values of Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR).
GSTGAT: Gated spatiotemporal graph attention network for traffic demand forecasting
Authors: Yao Shuilin , Zhang Huizhen , Wang Chenxi , Zeng Dan , Ye Ming
Published: November 2023

Urban traffic demand forecasting is an important component in the implementation of intelligent transport systems (ITS). Urban traffic demand data is a spatiotemporal data, describing the amount of traffic demand generated by different areas or stations within a city along the time dimension. Although there has been considerable research work, researchers still face several challenges in predicting accurately, including the capture of hidden features in the temporal dimension of such spatiotemporal data, and the capture of dynamic dependent changes in the spatial dimension. These are even more difficult for long‐time series prediction tasks. This paper designs a multivariate temporal forecasting model specifically adapted to traffic demand to address these challenges, called the Gated Spatiotemporal Graph Attention Network (GSTGAT). GSTGAT is based on the Transformer framework and the whole model is used in an end‐to‐end manner. First of all, it uses the gated self‐attention to extract temporal features in the sequence. Secondly, graph attention is used to capture the spatial dependencies among different variables in the unstructured space. Finally, the use of gated recurrent units in combination with hidden spatial states is proposed to capture multiple levels of spatial dependencies. Experimental results on the taxi dataset in New York and the bicycle dataset in San Francisco Bay Area show that the authors’ proposed model outperforms other state‐of‐the‐art models and improves the prediction accuracy.
3‐D glass integrated stacked patch antenna array for silicon active package system
Authors: Yang Lei , Wang Kan , Wang Binbin , Wang Yang
Published: November 2023

Silicon‐based packaging is highly suitable for miniaturised and cost‐effective integrated systems. However, traditional silicon‐based antenna‐in‐package (AiP) has disadvantages, such as high loss, low efficiency and narrow bandwidth. A glass‐silicon active package system architecture is proposed. Its active part is integrated on a silicon substrate, while the antenna array in the package system is made of glass, which has high radiation efficiency. The proposed antenna structure is an H‐type aperture‐coupled microstrip patch antenna. The authors use a ball grid array to form cavity and two shielding structures to improve the scanning performance of the array. Furthermore, by adding grounding points, the resonance singularity within the shielding structure is eliminated. A test array, composed of 8 × 8 elements was fabricated for the purpose of validating the design. It can achieve wide‐angle scanning greater than ±60° and bandwidth of 29%. This design can be applied for ka‐band communications and radar systems.
A sliding mode‐based single‐loop control strategy for permanent magnet synchronous motor drives
Authors: Le Thanh‐Lam , Hsieh Min‐Fu
Published: November 2023

A simple control structure with high anti‐disturbance ability is proposed here for permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) drives. The conventional cascade structure, with an outer speed loop and an inner current loop, is simplified and merged into one single‐loop controller. To enhance the dynamic performance and efficiency of the PMSM drives, an enhanced adaptive reaching law (EARL) is proposed for the single‐loop control strategy. In comparison with conventional reaching laws, the EARL can increase the convergence speed, adapt the gain to fit the system state, and reject the chattering phenomena of conventional sliding mode control. Moreover, an improved disturbance observer (DOBS) is developed to work with the main controller. The DOBS aims to enhance the estimation accuracy of real‐time unknown disturbances in the PMSM system, thereby further improving the disturbance rejection capability through feedforward compensation for the single‐loop control strategy. The EARL and DOBS thus enhance the robustness of the control strategy and ensure high dynamic performance at various motor operating conditions. The performance and efficiency of the proposed control are validated through simulations and experimental studies.
Unified AC/DC hybrid admittance modelling and oscillation stability analysis for interlinking voltage source converter system
Authors: Xie Hua , Zhao Yigang , Wu Xiangyu , Yu Runni , Xu Yin , Zhai Suwei
Published: November 2023

The voltage source converter (VSC) interlinking AC and DC power networks is a core equipment in AC/DC hybrid power systems. To analyze the stability of this system based on the impedance method, it is necessary to establish the hybrid AC/DC admittance model of interlinking VSC. This paper presents a unified and systematic AC/DC hybrid admittance modelling framework which is widely applicable to different control methods of interlinking VSCs. The hybrid admittance models for interlinking VSCs under PQ control, VdcIq control, and Vf control are explicitly formulated, with their elements individually reflecting the dynamics of the AC side, DC side, and the interaction between them. Subsequently, the impedance network model of interlinking VSC systems is formulated based on the hybrid admittance, and furthermore the frequency‐domain modal analysis is performed to analyze the system oscillation stability. Finally, frequency scanning and time‐domain simulation results in MATLAB/Simulink are provided to validate the effectiveness of the modelling and oscillation stability analysis method.
Morphological variability of Vaccinium uliginosum L. in coenopopulations in Asian Russia
Authors: Korobkova Tatyana , Sorokopudov Vladimir , Sorokopudova Olga , Lebedev Dmitriy
Published: November 2023

A paper contains materials on the study of bog bilberry in the conditions of Central Yakutia, which are presented in the paper. In the species, there is a variability in the morphological, endogenous, individual, geographical and ecological variability of generative and vegetative organs, as well as phenological development. Among the following traits, there was greatest variability: number of berries per bush (30.1%), and size of the branch (leaf blade length and thickness) 30.9% and 29.3%, respectively. Less variables were berry weight (15%) and height of fruit-bearing bushes (14.9%), but they were not much different from other variable traits. Among the traits that have been studied, the taiga zone of South Yakutia can be considered an ecological optimum for V.uliginosum due to the manifestation in most of the studied traits. Bog bilberry in the conditions of Central Yakutia requires more thorough study and brand-new agrotechnical cultivation methods due to the slow entry of plants into the generative stage of development. The introduction is required for an improved approach to plant production, as well as new agrotechnical techniques that are adapted to support the slow entry of plants into the generative stage of development.
The world’s forests are a stabilizing element of the climate system
Authors: Gakaev Rustam
Published: November 2023

In addition to climate change bringing high temperatures and drier weather, factors that increased the severity of wildfires or drought-factories caused by climatic change — factors that increase the severity of wildfires and fired forests—the potential of some forests to fully recover from such extreme weather conditions may be hampered or even weakened by past and present land management practices. At the moment, returning to normalcy may be difficult even in areas with occasional wildfires that are an integral part of ecosystem development. The long-term effects from human influenced change disrupt this natural dynamics and can lead to disruption for some reason even in areas where occasional wildfires are an integral part of ecosystem development, as the long-term effects of human-induced climatic change disrupt these natural dynamics. Wildfire intensity can lead to short-term increases in gasoline prices, long-term declines of carbon sequestration capabilities and an unexpected decrease in carbon stocks for the regions that have not experienced fire in the past.
Cluster initiatives in bioeconomy: Systemic features of formation, development and management
Authors: Aslakhanova Seda , Saida Shardan , Ansel Amadey
Published: November 2023

The expansion of the bioeconomy is driven by integration strategies that come in various forms. Natural integration is characterized by businesses combining forces and establishing diverse organizational interactions such as conglomerates, multinational corporations, cartels, and other structures. Conversely, disintegration and quasi-integration lead to the disaggregation of businesses and the formation of more formal associations, often with the aim of obtaining control rather than ownership of these business entities. An illustrative example of quasi-integration is the concept of enterprise clusters, which represent a collective of geographically connected and interrelated companies sharing common objectives and strategies. While the benefits of companies participating in these clusters were apparent at the end of the 20th century, it is increasingly evident in the early 21st century that the ways companies interact within these clusters are evolving into new hybrid forms, and the clusters themselves can undergo various transformations in a relatively short period.
Ensuring environmental safety in modern industrial production
Authors: Vakaraeva Malika , Duskaev Musa , Ataeva Aminat
Published: November 2023

Nowadays, environmental pollution has become a part of our life. It concerns air, water, soil all over the planet. There are local, regional and global pollution. Some of them are irreversible, others, fortunately, are not. Therefore, it is very important to comply with all environmental parameters and standards at industrial enterprises in order to prevent a negative impact on the environment.
Global trends in scientific and technological development medicine in the world: Biomedical technology
Authors: Gekhaeva Petimat , Amirova Azalia , Musaev Yunus
Published: November 2023

Biomedical technologies have made it possible to begin the transition from standardized treatment of individual diseases to personalized medicine, taking into account genetic characteristics, the patient’s lifestyle and environmental characteristics, says Elizaveta Rozhdestvenskaya, executive director of the Primer Capital venture fund, “which is especially important in the treatment of rare and complex diseases.” One of the most promising areas is the development of products for the treatment of cancer. Not only developed countries, such as the USA, Europe, and Japan, are actively investing in the biopharmaceutical industry. Large-scale programs across the entire spectrum of technologies have begun to be implemented by rapidly developing economies China and India. Almost all states have a program to support biotechnology companies. “This is the most high-tech industry in terms of absolute and relative R&D costs,” note the authors of the “Review of Trends in the Global and Russian Pharmaceutical Market.” In addition to the biological products market, the segments of diagnostic biochips and biosensors, biocompatible materials, cellular technologies and bioinformatics based on genomic research are also developing.
Environmental economics and sustainable development
Authors: Suleymanov Magomed , Huazheva Aminat , Akhyadov Elman
Published: November 2023

Environmental economics plays a pivotal role in shaping policies and strategies for sustainable development in the contemporary world. The intricate relationship between economic activities and the environment calls for an interdisciplinary approach that integrates ecological, social, and economic factors. This article explores the multifaceted connection between environmental economics and sustainable development. It delves into key concepts, such as externalities, market failures, and policy instruments, that inform decision-making processes aimed at achieving environmental sustainability. Additionally, it highlights the challenges and opportunities associated with incorporating environmental considerations into economic paradigms. Through case studies and empirical evidence, the article underscores the real-world implications of environmental economics on sustainable development. It also emphasizes the importance of proactive policies and global cooperation to address pressing environmental issues, promote responsible resource management, and work toward a more sustainable and equitable future.
Economic potential of biotechnologies
Authors: Musostova Deshy , Berkaeva Albina , Markaryan Varvara
Published: November 2023

Biotechnology is one of the most promising areas of development of modern science and technology. Within the framework of biotechnology, the potential of using living systems and their metabolic products to solve various technological problems is being studied, and methods are being developed to create new organisms using recombinant DNA in accordance with the concepts of genetic engineering. The interdisciplinary nature of biotechnologies makes it possible to use their results in various economic sectors: in agriculture and the food industry, in pharmaceuticals, medicine, in the production of biofuels, in waste processing and in the fight against pollution of natural ecosystems. This article provides a comprehensive study of the economic potential of biotechnologies and the possibility of their application in the modern world.
Directions of realization of the economic potential of biotechnologies at the municipal level
Authors: Dvoryadkina Elena , Ermakova Anna , Istomina Natalia
Published: November 2023

The article examines the current state and trends of development of the municipal district due to the introduction of new biotechnology. The authors have identified the main measures contributing to the socio-economic development of this industry and improving the quality of services provided in the study area.
Innovative factors of sustainable development
Authors: Ilyukhin Aleksey , Ilyukhina Svetlana
Published: November 2023

Modern economic and geopolitical realities require new approaches to ensuring sustainable development. This is certainly possible on the basis of the accumulated socio-economic potential. And it’s necessary to consider the whole set of disturbances in the economy as an additional challenge, an irritant for activating existing reserves. The research hypothesis: the stability of the country’s economic growth rates is ensured by the qualitative, systematic growth of the main innovative indicators of the development of territorial and sectoral economic systems. Innovations should reflect the dynamics of technical and technological solutions both in the field of production and in the field of IT technologies, in the fields directly related to the education and science. The analysis of the main groups of indicators for the development of innovative processes from January to June 2023 was carried out. The results of the study indicate that there is a significant innovative potential for sustainable development. In the course of further research, the analysis and forecast of innovative development should be carried out on the basis of the Russian and international statistics.
Innovation and energy efficiency: Impact on the sustainability development
Authors: Dovletmurzaeva Malika , Lazareva Natalia , Kantemirova Mira
Published: November 2023

New technologies are one of the most significant driving forces of the modern economy, which make it innovative. The main reasons for the low rate of scientific and technological development in Russia are rooted in the inconsistency of the applied organizational and economic mechanisms with the fundamental laws of development of innovative processes, taking into account existing conditions and factors. The long-term experience of leading countries in the field of innovative development reveals certain patterns of successful innovation that seem to be common to most economies in the world. At the same time, according to the foreign practice of creating knowledge and its market implementation, national specifics and specific features of the state and dynamics of economic objects at one or another level of the national economic hierarchy (sectoral, territorial and others) require specific adaptation of the general methodological principles of innovation development, based on a separate problem situation and available resources.
Impact of Electric Vehicles on the Environment: Pros and Cons
Authors: Kapustina Larisa , Izakova Natalia
Published: November 2023

The article deals with the Sustainable Development Goals on the environmental sustainability of cities and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in relation to the use of electric vehicles. The dynamics of the global fleet of electric vehicles, demand and prices for lithium-ion batteries are analyzed. The research goal is to compare the positive and negative consequences of the production and use of electric vehicles for the environment. The research is based on the theory of stakeholders. The automakers, suppliers of raw materials for the production of electric vehicles, households, car carriers of passengers and cargo, the state, administrations of cities and settlements are the main stakeholders of the electric vehicles market. The article highlights the arguments «pros and cons» electric vehicles from the perspective of sustainable development and stakeholders. It has been established that it is premature to draw a conclusion about the complete environmental and climate neutrality of electric vehicles. The technological problem of safe storage, recycling and elimination of lithium-ion batteries needs to be solved. The improvement of batteries and the reduction of the carbon footprint in their production and disposal is the most important factor in the greening of electric vehicles.
Agent-Based Modeling Using Artificial Intelligence as a Method for Creating Rational Consumption and Production Models
Authors: Golubin А. B. , Kopnin А. А.
Published: November 2023

In a world saturated with rapid changes and uncertainty, the development of methods for forecasting and resource management is an important task for individual enterprises, groups of enterprises and holdings, as well as for entire territorial entities and the country itself. Agent-based modeling using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning technologies is becoming a powerful tool for creating sustainable consumption and production patterns.This article discusses how agent-based modeling as a method for describing a real system of consumption and production processes in symbiosis with artificial intelligence to determine the input parameters of the model provide new opportunities in the process of modeling complex resource management systems, which is further reflected in the rational consumption of resources.
Development of formulation and technology of pancakes with beetroot powder of infrared drying
Authors: Kopylova Anastasiia V. , Sapozhnikov Aleksandr N. , Kim Viktoria I.
Published: November 2023

Development of new formulations of bakery products with the use of vegetable ingredients is a promising direction for agriculture and food processing industry contributing their sustainable development. Thus, the development of new formulations and production technology of bakery products on the example of pancakes with addition of infrared-dried beetroot powder is of interest. The use of beetroot powder allowed to improve nutritional value of the product by increasing its vitamins and mineral substances content, especially with potassium, iron and vitamin C. At the same time, sensory characteristics of pancakes with beetroot powder remained at the same level or increased. Quality of pancakes also increased because of preliminary treatment of wheat flour with infrared radiation. Based on an analysis of sensory characteristics and nutritional value of products, the optimal amount of beet powder is 6% from wheat flour weight. The results obtained can be used in food processing and public catering enterprises.
The Future of Work: Automation, Artificial Intelligence and Information Technology
Authors: Semenova Aishat , Ozdamirova Eliza , Zyryanova Svetlana
Published: November 2023

Rapid advances in automation, artificial intelligence (AI), and information technology (IT) are transforming the world of work, leading to a paradigm shift in how we perceive and perform our work. This article examines the implications of these technological innovations for the future of work, exploring the potential benefits and challenges they bring to the labor market. By analyzing current trends in automation and AI, we discuss the potential displacement of jobs, the emergence of new roles, and the need to reskill and upskill the workforce. The article also highlights the importance of IT in enabling remote working and fostering collaboration, as well as the ethical considerations surrounding the use of AI in the workplace. We offer strategies for businesses, policy makers and individuals to adapt to this rapidly changing landscape, ensuring a more inclusive and sustainable future of work.
Inclusive education in the era of sustainable development
Authors: Maigeldiyeva Zhannat , Alexandrova Natalia , Matagova Khatmat
Published: November 2023

The increasing number of children with disabilities underscores the critical importance of timely rehabilitation and their integration into society. Recently, there has been a growing interest in how creative activities can positively affect children with disabilities as a means of rehabilitation. Additional education programs can yield significant corrective outcomes, addressing a variety of psycho-correctional challenges. Additional education, when used for rehabilitation and correction, benefits children with diverse disabilities. It facilitates substantial improvements in their emotional well-being, fosters positive interpersonal dynamics among children and adolescents, nurtures their creative talents, and substantially enhances their quality of life. This, in turn, helps children overcome shyness linked to communication difficulties and self-doubt.
Formation of a system of sustainable education for the young generation of the Republic of Belarus: Necessity and practical implementation
Authors: Krayenkova K. I. , Stashkevich V. A. , Dubovets V. D. , Mitskevich K. A.
Published: November 2023

The well-being of an individual, his family and society as a whole is determined by their ability to manage resources and follow the principles of sustainable development. For this, it is necessary to have an appropriate knowledge base, which can be formed only when developing a unified approach, i.e. the development of a sustainable education system. Sustainable education involves three-way education: economic (financial), social and environmental. Within the framework of this work, the necessity of creating a unified sustainable education concept for the younger generation in the Republic of Belarus is assessed, and its practical implementation is proposed through the development of the Trinity mobile application for educational institutions. The Trinity mobile application will allow organizing the educational process and optimizing the work of all stakeholders (government, educational institutions, business, pupils, students) in the field of sustainable development through a single environment of knowledge and achievements.
Student tourism in the system of sustainable development of territories
Authors: Zozulya Olesya
Published: November 2023

The article demonstrates the correlation between the sustainable development of territories and student tourism. The result of the study is a model of the NSTU tourism and hospitality development system. This model was tested during the realization of the student project “School of New Generation Guides “NETI: About Tourism”. The obtained data concerning the graduates’ practice continuation allow to correct application of this model at the tourism sphere.
Sanatorium and resort activities are the most important factor in the sustainable development of the Republic of Crimea
Authors: Silin Yakov , Novikova Natalya , Kharitonenko Olesya
Published: November 2023

The theory, methodology and practice of studying the functioning and development of sanatorium and resort activities in the context of ensuring stable regional dynamics and sustainable development of territories are at the stage of comprehension. The strategic vector of socio-economic development of a new subject of the Russian Federation, the Republic of Crimea, is seen by the authors in close connection with the development of sanatorium and resort activities. The study is aimed at substantiating the most important factor in the sustainable dynamics of the Republic of Crimea, namely the stable functioning and development of sanatorium and resort activities. The methodological basis of the study was the findings and conclusions of scientists studying the issues of sustainable functioning of sanatorium and resort activities and working in the subject field of regional economics, health economics, the concept of human capital, the concept of the quality of life of the population, and the theory of services. The research methodology is based on formalization and systematization approaches, bibliometric and content analysis, and the method of analogies and comparative analytical methods are also used. The information base consisted of scientific publications of domestic and foreign scientists, regulatory, analytical, program and strategic materials of the Government of the Russian Federation, state regional authorities of the Republic of Crimea. The main results of the study are: putting forward and proving a scientific hypothesis confirming the importance of the functioning and evolution of sanatorium and resort activities and medical tourism in the system of factors for ensuring sustainable development of the Republic of Crimea. The results of the study contribute to the development of theoretical and methodological principles of regional economics, public management of economic and social processes in order to achieve sustainable regional development.
Tourism and recreation their role in ensuring sustainable development of territories
Authors: Musostov Zelimkhan , Kulakov Kirill , Tarkhanova Zarina
Published: November 2023

In modern conditions, tourism and recreation are becoming increasingly important in the life of society and have a profound impact on socio-economic processes and the state of the environment. They are not only a source of pleasure, but also a tool for promoting health, increasing motivation and harmonizing the internal state of people. Various forms of tourism and recreation contribute to the creation of a favorable socio-cultural environment, stimulate entrepreneurial activity, promote job creation and infrastructure development. At the same time, tourist activity can have an adverse impact on the environment, contribute to forest litter and deteriorate the quality of water resources.
POLLEN: A Pile-Oscillator for the BLOOM Experimental Program
Authors: Ligonnet Thomas , Weiss Nicolas , Lamirand Vincent , Laureau Axel , Pautz Andreas
Published: November 2023

In the scope of its project on the assimilation and reproduction of experiments for the evaluation of stainless-steel nuclear data HARVEST-X, the LRS launches a pile-oscillation experimental program in the CROCUS reactor: BLOOM. For this program, an oscillator called POLLEN originally developed to be used as a vibrating absorber to compensate the fuel rods oscillator COLIBRI was reworked as a standalone pile-oscillator called. The oscillator operates with an arbitrary periodical shape, an amplitude of 1 m and a frequency ranging from the mHz to the Hz. An emphasis was put in the development of an interface for pseudo-square oscillations for BLOOM. This interface also allows independent adjustment of the ramping time and dwell time of the pseudo-square. The qualification of POLLEN was performed by video analysis of sinusoidal oscillations, using a 4K 30fps camera. With the current system, a precision of 0.2 mm was achieved during slow sinusoidal oscillation and a precision of 0.17 mm was obtained for pseudo square oscillations with a 500 g load. Whereas the results are satisfactory with respect to the current system and fulfill the requirement of the BLOOM program, it is planned to upgrade the system with the addition of a mechanical reference in the system. It is also in consideration to upgrade the acquisition card and controller to 16 bits systems to allow the use of POLLEN in setups where larger displacements are needed. The first in-core oscillation experiments are planned for early 2024.
Experimental validation of a CeBr3gamma-ray logging probe MCNP model
Authors: Marchais Thomas , Pérot Bertrand , Allinei Pierre-Guy , Toubon Hervé , Bensedik Youcef , Mieszkalski Romain , Hocquet Sebastien , Savov Dragomir , Schubert Matthew , Legros Bruno , Van Eyll Patrick , Pernette Michaël
Published: November 2023

Orano Mining has relied on Nuclear Measurement Laboratories for several years to estimate calibration factors for borehole radiometric probes. The total gamma count rate recorded with a NaI(Tl) scintillation detector (NGRS probe) is converted into equivalent uranium grade using a calibration coefficient in s-1.ppmU-1units, estimated thanks to different calibration blocks ranging from 0 to 10,000 ppm of uranium, at Orano CIME calibration facility in Bessines, France. Recently, Orano Mining embarked on an update of its measurement means by associating gamma spectrometry directly in the wellbore. Therefore, Orano Mining has recently tested a CeBr3probe designed and developed by ALT (Advanced Logic Technology) to qualify a patented borehole spectroscopic method based on energy bands recently developed by CEA and Orano. In this context, we have implemented a fine Monte Carlo modelling of this new probe in order to correct the calibration coefficients as a function of different parameters such as the drilling diameter, the presence of a casing, the density of the mineralization, the distance of the probe with respect to the well or casing walls, etc. In the present work, we have simulated the CeBr3probe in the concrete calibration blocks of Orano CIME. The MCNP model of the probe has been validated through a comparison with experimental data. The calibration coefficient determined by simulation is 11.6 s-1.ppm-1> 10 % in total gamma counting, which is in good agreement with the one measured in Bessines, i.e. 10.6 s-1.ppm-1. The calculation vs. experiment agreement is also satisfactory (i.e. within 10 %) for spectroscopic energy bands used to characterize the uranium grade in case of disequilibrium in the uranium chain, when total count rate does not apply. This method recently developed for samples and boreholes will be tested in future work with this new CeBr3probe.
The MICADO Integrated Gamma Station for Radioactive Waste Packages radiological characterization
Authors: Lepore L. , Gandolfo G. , Marzo G.A. , Cherubini N. , Casagrande D. , Palumbo E. , Ratto N. , Fanchini E. , Pepperosa A. , Giordano F. , Morichi M.
Published: November 2023

The MICADO (Measurement and Instrumentation for Cleaning And Decommissioning Operations) Project of the H2020 Research and Innovation Programme aims to propose a cost-effective solution for non-destructive characterization of nuclear waste, implementing a digitization process that could become a referenced standard facilitating and harmonizing the methodology used for the in-field Waste Management and Dismantling & Decommissioning operations. It employs instruments based on different technologies: an active and passive neutron measurement system, a photo-fission facility, and the ‘Integrated Gamma Station’.

Within the MICADO Project, an entire work package has been dedicated to the design and realization of the ‘Integrated Gamma Station’ obtained by combining different gamma detection technologies supporting each other to a comprehensive and effective non-destructive gamma characterization, able to accommodate Radioactive Waste Packages of different sizes. The techniques implemented are i) dosimetry measurements, count rate inspection and raw spectroscopy with the CAEN RadHAND, ii) gamma imaging in open geometry with the CEA Nanopix gamma camera, iii) high resolution gamma spectrometry with the ENEA Tomographic Gamma Scanner (TGS). The latter able to carry out different characterization methodologies, i.e., Open Geometry, Segmented Gamma Scanning, Angular Scanning, and Tomography.

This paper describes the layout of the Integrated Gamma Station conceived, its features and detection capabilities, and part of the measurement campaign realized during the MICADO Project.
Inorganic scintillator surface enhancements with 2-D photonic crystals to improve light collection
Authors: Surani Stuti , Logoglu Faruk , Albert Patrick , Wolfe Douglas , Flaska Marek
Published: November 2023

Inorganic scintillators are widely used in various applications of gamma spectroscopy such as nuclear nonproliferation and safeguards, medical applications, space applications, and astronomy. This is due to good energy resolution, stable performance, somewhat low cost, and relatively high detection efficiency. However, many inorganic scintillators have high refractive indices and suffer significant light losses due to total internal reflection (TIR). This project proposes using optimized periodic nanostructures called photonic crystals to recover some of the light originally lost due to TIR. Photonic crystals provide an optical bridge (constructive interference) between the scintillator and the photosensor for the trapped light photons. Improving the light extraction can improve the energy and time resolutions of the scintillator, allowing for a wider range of research and industry applications. Photonic crystals can be optimized in terms of their dimensions, shapes, and materials to maximize the light extraction. Preliminary optimization tests were performed using a LYSO scintillator coupled with Si3N4 photonic crystals. First, a realistic light input source is obtained by simulating the scintillation process in Monte Carlo code Geant4. The simulated scintillation photons are collected at the LYSO-PMT boundary to obtain their energy and angular distributions. In the next step, a deterministic code OptiFDTD is used to simulate light interactions with different nanostructures. Currently, the simulations are limited to 2-D block nanostructures. The optimization tests vary the height, width, and spacing of the photonic crystals. Preliminary optimization tests show an improvement in the light transmission by more than 60%. The optimized geometry will be manufactured in the lab using various manufacturing techniques such as ion milling, electron beam lithography, or 3D printing. Various gamma sources will be used to experimentally characterize the LYSO scintillators with and without photonic crystals. These experiments will also be used to validate the simulations and demonstrate the effectiveness of the photonic crystals in improving the energy resolution. Once validated, the simulations will be used to determine optimized photonic crystals for other inorganic scintillators, such as bismuth germanate, sodium iodide, and lanthanum bromide.