bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Probing the High-frequency Variability of NGC 5044: The Key to Active Galactic Nucleus Feedback
Authors: Schellenberger Gerrit , O’Sullivan Ewan , David Laurence P. , Vrtilek Jan , Romero Charles , Petitpas Glen , Forman William , Giacintucci Simona , Gurwell Mark , Jones Christine , Rajpurohit Kamlesh , Ubertosi Francesco , Venturi Tiziana
Published: November 2024

The active galactic nucleus (AGN) feeding and feedback process in the centers of galaxy clusters and groups is still not well understood. NGC 5044 is the ideal system in which to study AGN feedback. It hosts the largest known reservoir of cold gas in any cool-core galaxy group, and features several past epochs of AGN feedback imprinted as cavities in the X-ray-bright intragroup medium, as well as parsec-scale jets. We present Submillimeter Array, Karl G. Jansky Very Large Array, James Clerk Maxwell Telescope, and Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array high-frequency observations of NGC 5044 to assess the time variability of the millimeter-wave band emission from the accretion disk, and quantify the spectral energy distribution (SED) from the radio to submillimeter band. The SED is well described by an advection-dominated accretion flow (ADAF) model and self-absorbed jet emission from an aging plasma with τ ∼ 1 kyr. We find a characteristic variability timescale of 150 days, which constrains the ADAF emission region to about 0.1 pc, and the magnetic field to ∼4.7 mG in the jets and 870 G in the accretion disk. Longer monitoring/sampling will allow to understand if the underlying process is truly periodic in nature.
The IMF Clock Angle Effect on the Tail Cross Section of the Martian Magnetic Pileup Boundary and Bow Shock
Authors: Yuan 袁 Y. K. 义铠 , Wang 王 M. 明 , Lu 吕 J. Y. 建永 , Chen 陈 J. H. 静涵 , Cheng 程 N. 诺
Published: November 2024

Using a three-dimensional global magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) simulation model, we investigate the effects of different interplanetary magnetic field (IMF) clock angles on the tail configuration of the Martian magnetic pileup boundary (MPB) and bow shock (BS). The study reveals the following: (1) The cross sections of the tail MPB and BS are approximately elliptical. The MPB tail cross section generally elongates in the direction of the IMF clock angle, whereas the BS tail cross section is roughly elongated perpendicular to the IMF clock angle direction. (2) An IMF with a northward component can cause the tail cross section of the MPB to shift slightly to the south when the intense crustal magnetic fields are located on the dayside. (3) As the tail distance from Mars increases, the eccentricity of the cross section ellipses of both the MPB and BS tail increases, as well as the major and minor axes. Additionally, the major and minor axes of the tail MPB’s cross section ellipses begin to decrease at the far magnetotail, suggesting that the Martian MPB tail might be a closed structure on the nightside.
ALMA Lensing Cluster Survey: Deep 1.2 mm Number Counts and Infrared Luminosity Functions at z ≃ 1–8
Authors: Fujimoto Seiji , Kohno Kotaro , Ouchi Masami , Oguri Masamune , Kokorev Vasily , Brammer Gabriel , Sun Fengwu , González-López Jorge , Bauer Franz E. , Caminha Gabriel B. , Hatsukade Bunyo , Richard Johan , Smail Ian , Tsujita Akiyoshi , Ueda Yoshihiro , Uematsu Ryosuke , Zitrin Adi , Coe Dan , Kneib Jean-Paul , Postman Marc , Umetsu Keiichi , Lagos Claudia del P. , Popping Gergö , Ao Yiping , Bradley Larry , Caputi Karina , Dessauges-Zavadsky Miroslava , Egami Eiichi , Espada Daniel , Ivison R. J. , Jauzac Mathilde , Knudsen Kirsten K. , Koekemoer Anton M. , Magdis Georgios E. , Mahler Guillaume , Muñoz Arancibia A. M. , Rawle Timothy , Shimasaku Kazuhiro , Toft Sune , Umehata Hideki , Valentino Francesco , Wang Tao , Wang Wei-Hao
Published: November 2024

We present a statistical study of 180 dust continuum sources identified in 33 massive cluster fields by the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array Lensing Cluster Survey (ALCS) over a total of 133 arcmin2 area, homogeneously observed at 1.2 mm. ALCS enables us to detect extremely faint millimeter sources by lensing magnification, including near-infrared (NIR) dark objects showing no counterparts in existing Hubble Space Telescope and Spitzer images. The dust continuum sources belong to a blind sample (N = 141) with signal-to-noise ratio (S/N) ≳ 5.0 (a purity of >0.99) or a secondary sample (N = 39) with S/N = 4.0–5.0 screened by priors. With the blind sample, we securely derive 1.2 mm number counts down to ∼7 μJy, and find that the total integrated 1.2 mm flux is

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% of the Madau and Dickinson measurements mostly based on rest-frame UV surveys. Although our general understanding of the cosmic SFRD is unlikely to change beyond a factor of 2, these results add to the weight of evidence for an additional (≈60%) SFRD component contributed by the faint millimeter population, including NIR-dark objects.
Two Intriguing Transits of HIP 23309 Observed by TESS
Authors: Gollotti Giovanni A. , Tzanidakis Anastasios , Wainer Tobin M. , Davenport James R. A.
Published: November 2024

We present two distinct dips in the Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite light curves for HIP 23309, a young, active M0 dwarf, which has been previously identified as a potential exoplanet host candidate. We characterize both dips, and archival radial velocity data from ESO's High Accuracy Radial velocity Planet Searcher spectrograph, providing limits on a potential companion. Currently, we are unable to confirm the existence of a companion, or if the transits are caused by stellar variability.
Nonlinear differential equations with neutral term: Asymptotic behavior of solutions
Authors: AlKandari Maryam
Published: November 2024

The aim of this work is to study some oscillation behavior of solutions of a class of third-order neutral differential equations with multi delays. We present new oscillation criteria that complete and simplify some previous results. We also provide an example to clarify the significance of our results.
Fat droplets in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) spaces of the brain
Authors: Reed Mark , Miller Christopher , Connor Cortney , Chang Jason S. , Lui Forshing
Published: November 2024

It is rare to find free floating fat droplets in the cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) spaces of the brain. When fat droplets are seen in the CSF spaces, the most common cause is the rupture of a dermoid cyst. Dermoid cysts are congenital inclusion cysts that form during the neural tube closure between the third and fifth weeks of embryogenesis. In this case report, we describe a case of a 74-year-old, right-handed female who presented with an acute onset of visual disturbances and left-hand numbness. Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the head revealed hypodense “lesions” in the lateral ventricles and basal cisterns. The CT Hounsfield unit was between −41 to −83 Hounsfield Units, which is compatible with fat rather than air. The T1 weighted and FLAIR MRI showed hyperintense lesions “floating” on top of the CSF in the lateral ventricles, which is typical for fat droplets, presumably caused by a ruptured dermoid cyst. This case emphasizes the importance of analyzing Hounsfield Units to distinguish lesions by density, where fat ranges from −50 to −150 Hounsfield Units and air is −1000 Hounsfield Units. Pneumocephalus is the presence of air in the epidural, subdural, or subarachnoid space and can cause confusion, nausea, seizures and focal neurological symptoms. A careful analysis of the neuroimaging findings in the CT with or without MRI is important in making a correct diagnosis of a ruptured dermoid cyst versus pneumocephalus.
Histoire du Japon
Authors: Okazaki Ayanori
Published: November 2024

Initialement paru en 1958 dans le contexte de l’après-guerre et des politiques néo-malthusiennes menées par le Japon depuis 1945, cet ouvrage est une remarquable synthèse de l’histoire démographique du pays. Le Japon, dramatiquement préoccupé par le déclin de sa population, fut en effet le premier pays à avoir créé un institut entièrement consacré aux questions de population. Au sortir de la Seconde Guerre mondiale et dans le prolongement de préoccupations déjà présentes à la création de l’Institut national des problèmes de population (INPP) en 1939, le thème de la surpopulation domine, accompagnant en cela les politiques de restriction des naissances. Produit d’une collaboration fructueuse entre l’Ined et l’INPP, cet ouvrage, qui fut rédigé par Ayanori Okazaki, éminent spécialiste, est l’aboutissement de plusieurs années de réflexion sur la situation démographique du Japon. Le Japon va devenir très vite l’une des grandes puissances mondiales et sortir, dès la fin des années 1950, de son retard de développement. Retraçant cette histoire depuis les débuts, l’ouvrage permet de comprendre en quoi les préoccupations démographiques et, à certaines époques, natalistes, ont toujours dominé les politiques sociales. Il offre le recul nécessaire pour appréhender l’histoire singulière d’un pays qui fait aujourd’hui face à un déclin démographique sans précédent. La préface d’Isabelle Konuma décrit le contexte de sa publication et des interactions entre l’INPP et l’Ined. La postface, rédigée par Éva Lelièvre, offre une actualisation a posteriori des projections établies à l’époque sur les cinquante années qui ont suivi.
Le dessin comme médiateur du sensible
Authors: Borsus Isabelle
Published: November 2024

Dans cette contribution, je propose de m'attarder sur quelques moments ayant ponctué mon « cheminement perceptif » (Wathelet et Candau 2013) auprès de deux taxidermistes rencontrés dans le cadre d’une recherche autour de la modélisation du vivant comme révélatrice de nos rapports à la nature. Ce cheminement a en effet été ponctué par l’utilisation du dessin comme outil ethnographique et par une réflexion sur la place que pouvait occuper cette technique pour accéder et rendre compte du sensible tant dans le travail du taxidermiste que dans ma propre recherche. Nous découvrirons ainsi comment l'usage du dessin a pu révéler sa richesse comme médiateur (Hennion 2007, 2015 ; Escallier 2016), offrant une porte à des savoirs incorporés, parfois difficilement transmissibles par le langage parlé.
Republican Temple Podia buried underneath a Portico?
Authors: Gering Axel
Published: November 2024

In 1913, Raffaele Finelli began to excavate an area at the intersection of Cardo and Decumanus in Ostia antica. During this excavation in the centre of the castrum, Rome’s first fortified settlement on the coast, important finds and structures were brought to light. Unfortunately, these excavations were never completed or adequately published due to the early death of the excavation director Dante Vaglieri, resulting only in a modest reception in the scientific community. Since 2016, almost 100 years after its first excavation, the focus of the Ostia Forum Projekt (OFP) lies on this general area: A series of georadar surveys, archive studies, and excavations were conducted, uncovering a previously unknown sacred area, the TFR-Sanctuary. In this paper, the tufa and concrete structures which were unearthed during the 1913-excavations are revisited: Due to additional information from the georadar surveys, the analysis of the old excavation diaries and photos, and new excavation data, these structures can now be localised precisely to their full extent. As a consequence, a reinterpretation of the structures’ function as temple podia is proposed.
Liquid offerings, solid structures
Authors: Gering Axel , Menge Sophie
Published: November 2024

This paper discusses the structures and the function of the Libation Area in the recently discovered TFR-Sanctuary. The first to third sections introduce and present the structural layout of the Libation Area by discussing each building phase, starting with the earliest so-far excavated structures dated to the 3rd and 2nd century BC and closing with the abandonment of the sanctuary in the Hadrianic period, resulting in more than three centuries of ritual continuity. The fourth section focuses on multiple pottery assemblages which were deposited during the burial of the Republican stone structures of the Libation Area. Subsequently, these structures are compared to several examples of libation altars in other sanctuaries. Finally, the conclusion provides an attempt at reconstructing the functionality of the Libation Area.
La stratigraphie de la parcelle de la Casa di Diana (I, iii, 3)
Authors: Mainet Grégory
Published: November 2024

La Casa di Diana (I, iii, 3) figure parmi les édifices les plus emblématiques d’Ostie. Après la publication de la Topografia generale, en 1953, elle fut longtemps considérée comme une construction du milieu du IIe siècle apr. J.‑C. Voilà une vingtaine d’années, de nouvelles fouilles furent effectuées à l’intérieur de cet édifice et sa datation fut remontée de quelques décennies par le responsable des travaux, A. Marinucci. Cet article n’a pas la prétention de traiter l’ensemble des problèmes relatifs à cet édifice, qu’ils soient architecturaux ou urbanistiques : il ambitionne seulement de relire la stratigraphie de cette parcelle urbaine, en montrant plus spécifiquement que la Casa di Diana fut construite au tournant des IIe et IIIe siècles, à la place d’une riche demeure de l’aristocratie municipale.
Nuovi dati dall’Antemurale di Porto: le indagini antropologiche
Authors: Lo Blundo Marina , Rossi Paola Francesca , Vaccaro Serena
Published: November 2024

Il cosiddetto “Antemurale” di Portus è stato indagato solo parzialmente tra la fine degli anni ’90 e l’inizio degli anni Duemila con saggi di scavo puntuali, volti a conoscere principalmente le fasi tardoantiche e altomedievali del sito, ma riuscendo tuttavia a dare conto dell’intera evoluzione di questo settore. Nel 2004-2005 alcuni sondaggi di scavo hanno messo in luce un piccolo gruppo di sepolture di epoca tardo antica-altomedioevale (VI-VII secolo d.C.) che hanno restituito resti umani, studiati nel 2019-2020 dal Servizio di antropologia del Parco Archeologico di Ostia Antica. Trattandosi di sondaggi di uno scavo chiuso da lungo tempo, il materiale d’archivio costituisce una fonte di informazione essenziale per una corretta contestualizzazione delle sepolture e per l’integrazione dei dati antropologico e archeologico per restituire una visione più completa degli uomini, delle donne e degli infanti che hanno vissuto a Portus.
Le sepolture altomedievali della basilica di Pianabella: sintesi e casi studio
Authors: Daffara Dario , Rossi Paola Francesca
Published: November 2024

Durante lo scavo della basilica cristiana di Pianabella nel 1988-89 sono state rinvenute alcune sepolture altomedievali, segno di una qualche forma di frequentazione di Ostia e del suo suburbio tra VII e IX secolo. Gli scarsi elementi di corredo e le analisi osteologiche suggeriscono che nella basilica fossero sepolti individui di classe medio-alta, forse rappresentanti di una élite locale.
Sul termine curtis e la grande proprietà fondiaria nell’Occidente post-romano (secoli VI-VIII)
Authors: Tomei Paolo
Published: November 2024

Il saggio vuole studiare un termine-chiave, curtis, seguendone la stratificazione semantica dal VI all’VIII secolo. Nell’Occidente post-romano esso si caricò di significati in due processi di portata storica periodizzante: nelle forme di sostentamento delle istituzioni pubbliche, il passaggio dalle tasse alla terra; nelle forme di strutturazione della grande proprietà fondiaria, la nascita del sistema curtense. L’obiettivo è verificare, attraverso questa lente specifica, se fra i due processi possano essere individuati dei punti di tangenza.
Simbologia e oralità nel dominio signorile del vescovo di Luni (XII-XIII secolo)
Authors: Salvatori Enrica
Published: November 2024

Dall’analisi dell’uso del discorso diretto nei documenti medievali lunigianesi, in particolare nel ricco corpus conservato nel Codice Pelavicino (fine del XIII secolo), si evidenzia il diverso utilizzo nei testimoniali e nei testi normativi, andando anche a considerare la possibilità di riconoscere brani di parlato trascritto e alcune espressioni rivelatrici dell’universo simbolico di quel contesto.
La pratica orale e scritta della protestatio de iustitia nel Quattrocento fiorentino: il caso di Pandolfo di messer Giannozzo Pandolfini (1424-1465)
Authors: Bassani Claudia
Published: November 2024

Il contributo propone l’edizione della protestatio de iustitia scritta e pronunciata nel maggio 1465 dall’ambasciatore e umanista fiorentino Pandolfo Pandolfini (1424-1465). L’orazione, ricordata con ampi elogi da Vespasiano da Bisticci all’interno delle Vite, è stata a lungo considerata perduta ed è quindi rimasta inedita. L’analisi del protesto, rinvenuto all’interno di due manoscritti miscellanei molto diversi tra loro, offre lo spunto per riflettere sulle finalità della trascrizione di questo particolare tipo di oralità politica, strettamente connesso con le pratiche del cerimoniale civile della Firenze comunale. Un secondo protesto, inoltre, rimaneggiamento anonimo del discorso pandolfiniano, ritrovato all’interno di un codice dell’antica biblioteca Pandolfini, contribuisce a confermare quanto osservato circa il basso livello di autorialità di questi discorsi politici.
L’inventaire du patrimoine à la lumière des sources orales
Authors: Pierrot Nicolas
Published: November 2024

Depuis 2018, les institutions en charge de l’inventaire et de la valorisation du patrimoine redécouvrent l’histoire presque millénaire des Grands Moulins de Corbeil. D’importants moyens ont été déployés, associant recherche, photographie, exposition, film documentaire et outil numérique. Pourquoi tant d’égard ? Il convenait, dans l’urgence, d’accompagner la double mutation d’un site exceptionnel : à l’ouest, un « moulin 4.0 » s’élevait à l’ombre de la Tour élévatrice des grains, protégée au titre des monuments historiques ; à l’Est, une opération d’urbanisme à fort enjeu économique, social et mémoriel, promettait de respecter un patrimoine auquel la population demeurait fortement attachée. Cinq ans de recherche-action ont permis de développer cette pluridisciplinarité que Maurice Daumas prônait sans relâche dans l’exercice de l’histoire des techniques et de l’archéologie industrielle. Et de réduire peut-être la division artificielle entre l’inventaire du patrimoine matériel et la mobilisation de la mémoire. Cet article retrace cette expérience, en présentant successivement les jeux d’acteurs, les contraintes et opportunités d’une enquête en entreprise et la méthodologie de l’histoire orale appliquée au patrimoine industriel. Il explore ensuite les limites et surtout les bénéfices scientifiques de la démarche, en histoire de l’architecture, des techniques et du travail, offrant de stimulants arguments à la protection de l’existant. Au cœur de la réflexion, on retrouve la relation de l’homme à l’immensité de l’usine, son rôle dans ce monument où la présence de la machine l’emporte sur celle de l’humain. Le meunier comme médecin du gigantesque organisme, auquel il prodigue des soins incessants mais dont il redoute les dangers ; le meunier et ses équipes tendus vers leurs objectifs et bercés par la mémoire des lieux, toujours stimulés par la monumentalité et la beauté de l’architecture.
Keeping It Open: A TEI-based Publication Pipeline for Historical Documents
Authors: Chiffoleau Floriane
Published: November 2024

Following the emergence of numerous projects to make use of historical archives, books, or other materials, as well as the exponentially growing needs for digital tools tailored for those tasks, the DAHN project (Dispositif de soutien à l’Archivistique et aux Humanités Numériques) developed a complete open-source pipeline made of tools and methods making it possible to present a digital scholarly edition of scanned handwritten material. Composed of six steps (digitization, segmentation, transcription, post-OCR processing, encoding, and publication) and centered on historical documents, and more particularly on ego documents, this pipeline has been built around TEI, which works as a pivot format, to ensure its robustness, sustainability, and reusability. Beyond encoding in TEI, we also chose tools compatible with it, such as eScriptorium for segmentation/transcription and TEI Publisher for the publication. To further help the people working with the pipeline, we also heavily documented the development of the pipeline, as well as its steps, to ease its reuse.
La identidad ítalo-sefardí: una existencia por desvelar
Authors: Bellomi Paola
Published: November 2024

Las comunidades sefardíes que se constituyeron en el territorio italiano a raíz de los edictos de expulsión de los Reyes Católicos, a pesar de las dificultades del exilio en una patria nueva y desconocida, no renunciaron a producir su propia literatura. Se trata de una producción minoritaria dentro del canon de la literatura italiana y sin embargo nos habla de esos «nuevos italianos» ante litteram. Al estudiar los textos que se han conservado (lamentablemente en número limitado), es posible delinear la identidad ítalo-sefardí de un grupo al margen de la sociedad, que durante mucho tiempo tuvo que vivir disimulando esa identidad por miedo a las persecuciones.
Cristóbal Benítez, as de espías: La inteligencia española en el sur de Marruecos a finales del siglo xix
Authors: Pastor Garrigues Francisco Manuel
Published: November 2024

En este artículo se ofrece un examen de las actividades de inteligencia desarrolladas entre 1884 y 1889, desde la representación consular española en Essaouira (Mogador), conducentes a frenar el avance de la Tercera República francesa en el sur de Marruecos. La correspondencia de los agentes consulares con el Ministerio de Estado, que hoy se conserva en el Archivo General de la Administración en Alcalá de Henares (Madrid), muestra cómo en ese contexto histórico, Mogador se convirtió en un observatorio desde donde España pudo indagar en las pretensiones republicanas en el Souss. El análisis del contenido de los despachos permite entender el dispositivo que el consulado de Essaouira, con el beneplácito del gobierno de la Restauración, elaboró para proceder concretamente a operaciones de inteligencia, desde la recolecta de datos inéditos, su tratamiento, el despacho de información a Madrid, hasta la estructuración de un servicio de contraespionaje, dirigido por el explorador Cristóbal Benítez y un agente indígena, El Morabet, que debió de confrontarse con una sublevación en el territorio del Souss, encabezada por el jefe de la casa comercial de Iligh, Muley Mohammed ben Hussein, la cual contaba con el respaldo de Francia. Con ello, el gobierno francés buscaba segregar una parte importante del territorio del Sultanato para constituirlo en protectorado de la República. La idea central de la estrategia española, llena de realismo político, era conducente a proteger la seguridad nacional. La intervención española, en apoyo de la integridad marroquí, si bien no tuvo un protagonismo determinante, coadyuvó en grado sumo a que la insurrección en el Souss abortara, aun cuando ese fracaso se debiera en gran medida a factores fundamentalmente internos del Sultanato. Frustrados los planes franceses, la Tercera República orientó su actuación en Marruecos a llegar a un acuerdo con la monarquía de la Restauración, ofertándole una propuesta de reparto del Sultanato.
AI in Customer Service Automation
Authors: Rana Sudhir , Singh Sandeep Kumar , Chandel Ajay
Published: November 2024

This chapter explores the evolving role of AI in customer service automation, focusing on balancing efficiency with human interaction. AI technologies, including advancements in Natural Language Processing (NLP), predictive analytics, and integration with Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR), are transforming customer service by enhancing personalization and streamlining operations. However, challenges such as maintaining emotional intelligence, ensuring ethical use of AI, and addressing privacy concerns remain critical. The chapter discusses strategies for leveraging AI while preserving the essential human touch and highlights future trends and innovations shaping the customer service landscape. By navigating these developments, businesses can optimize customer interactions and create more effective, empathetic, and responsive service environments.
Decoding PTSD and Paving the Way for Healing
Authors: Tripathi Rati Kailash Prasad
Published: November 2024

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) stands as a complex and pervasive mental health challenge, woven into the fabric of individual and collective experiences. The chapter sheds light into the heart of PTSD, seeking to understand its multifaceted origins, and intricacies of its development focussing on psychological, neurological, and sociological influences playing roles in shaping PTSD trajectory. It covers holistic understanding of PTSD, from the profound impact of trauma on brain's architecture to cultural and environmental factors amplifying its effects, laying the groundwork for subtle analysis of disorder. It stresses on importance of tailored-treatment approaches that address the unique needs of individuals. Traditional therapies like cognitive-behavioral and exposure therapies are scrutinized alongside pharmacological interventions and innovative modalities like technology-assisted, art, and nature-based interventions, including mind-body practices like yoga and meditation. Impact of community on PTSD treatment, emerging trends and research frontiers are also highlighted.
Exploring Diverse Interventions in Treating PTSD
Authors: Saharan Sameer , Vardawat Sanchi , Binwal Jitendra , Chandrakar Tilak Ram , Sharma Mridu
Published: November 2024

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) poses significant challenges, demanding a multifaceted approach to treatment. This chapter aims to explore non-traditional interventions, psychoactive substances, and medical procedures in managing PTSD. From yoga, meditation, and exercise to the role of outdoor environments, psychoactive substances, and innovative medical procedures like stellate ganglion blocking and trans-cranial stimulation. This chapter delves into the efficacy, mechanisms, and potential integration of these interventions in PTSD treatment.
Block Chain in Finance Crisis of a Country Engaged in War
Authors: Naganna Kamalakshi , H. Naganna
Published: November 2024

Block Chain Cryptocurrencies are playing vital role in Financial as well in all other sectors .Recently in the year 2022 battle between Russo-Ukrainian is in fact enduring battle between two countries Russia and Ukraine. Subsequent to the Russian military build-up on the Russia–Ukraine border from late 2021, the battle extended ominously when Russia propelled a complete incursion of Ukraine on 24 February 2022.Monetary problem obviously showcases a foremost role in wars, the 2022 war between Russia and Ukraine is the prime major battle with a major but role of crypto-currencies. Because Russian military forces attacked Ukraine the United States along with its partners have imposed exceptional sanctions on Russia. These situations have led to lot of queries, regarding whether crypto-currencies can be employed by Russian performers to circumvent the authorizations. In a broader sense, the Russia-Ukraine crisis has made the policymakers to resolve how to normalize digital possessions. This chapter emphasizes on how best Ukraine is able to manage the financial crisis during Ukraine –Russia war using crypto-currencies and Non-fungible tokens in terms of Military and humanity.
AI and Co-Creation for Innovation in Tourism Business Settings
Authors: Vinod Lenin , Vinayagam Devraj , Yedla Venkata Rao , Swain Sampada Kumar
Published: November 2024

The dynamic intersection of Artificial Intelligence and co-creation of experience in Tourism drives innovation and enhances customer satisfaction. The role of AI is employed to understand personal preferences of customers, delivering personalized services, improving service efficacy. The AI driven technologies of AR, VR, Chatbots can be used to enhance and facilitate co-creation process providing interactive experiences for tourists. The conceptual framework for smart tourism through integration of AI and operational strategies in tourism organizations coerces innovation to create value proposition and competitiveness. The chapter explores the theoretical foundations of co-creation and artificial intelligence by analysing the implications for tourism business and elucidating practical strategies through empirical insights and case studies across various facets of tourism value chain. The chapter also focusses on key challenges and ethical practices in tourism by providing suggestions for minimizing risk and optimizing advantages.
Evaluating Bibliometric Studies on Smart Tourism
Authors: Thomas Mary R. , George Ginu
Published: November 2024

Tourism, a dynamic industry, has been transformed by technological advancements, leading to Smart Tourism Frameworks (STFs). These frameworks leverage ICT, AI, IoT, data analytics, and mobile applications to enhance travel experiences from planning to post-visit. STFs promote eco-friendly initiatives, shaping a sustainable future. This chapter explores the evolution from e-tourism to smart tourism, highlighting its role in destination management, sustainability, and economic growth. It also evaluates bibliometric studies on smart tourism, identifying research gaps and potential challenges in technology adoption.
Leveraging Data Analytics and AI for Smart Tourism Management
Authors: Vijaya J. , Sharma Harshvardhan , Bhiwapurkar Arya Mahesh , Srivastava Devansh , Jaswani Naman , Jangir Vansh
Published: November 2024

Data analytics is redefining smart tourism management in the digital age by maximizing resources, increasing operational efficiencies, and boosting guest experiences. This chapter examines its use at the Pushkar Mela, one of India's most famous cultural fairs. We find visitor trends and behaviors with exploratory data analysis (EDA). Predictive analytics predicts visitation patterns to improve resource allocation, and real-time monitoring guarantees timely problem solving to increase happiness and safety. AI methods that streamline logistics and personalize experiences include machine learning and natural language processing. Smart sensors and gadgets are used in the Internet of Things (IoT) to enable real-time decision-making. Data anonymization and encryption are examples of ethical practices that protect privacy and foster trust. Engaging stakeholders through seminars and surveys promotes inclusive tourism strategies, turning conventional methods into visitor-focused, eco-friendly experiences.
Principles and Applications of Ethnobotany in Modern Skincare
Authors: Yadav Bhavesh , Choudhary Ishwari
Published: November 2024

Ethnobotany studies human‒plant interactions, focusing on plant use for treating and preventing illnesses in humans and animals. It delves into indigenous knowledge, cultural practices, and religious rituals related to medicinal plants. Historical evidence from Egypt, Babylon, India, and China highlights the extensive use of plant-based remedies. For example, the Ebers Papyrus and Ayurvedic texts detail ancient treatments. The Amazon rainforest provides plants such as Andiroba and Copaifera for skincare, whereas Chinese medicine uses herbs such as Chinese knotweed and star anise. Ancient Egyptians employed plants such as marshmallows and pomegranates. Ayurveda in India utilizes neem and turmeric, and Nigeria's flora includes garlic and bitter orange for traditional skincare. This highlights the crucial role of plants across cultures, reflecting a rich heritage of ethnobotanical knowledge informing modern practices.
Anti-Wrinkle Natural Cosmeceuticals
Authors: Navabhatra Abhiruj , Lakkana Napaporn , Patoomnakul Ratsapat
Published: November 2024

The increasing demand for youthful, radiant skin has driven the skincare industry to innovate, particularly through the development of natural cosmeceuticals. This chapter explains the efficacy of these products, focusing on their capacity to reduce skin wrinkles—a primary sign of aging. The authors examine clinical trials and case studies to understand the cellular and molecular mechanisms by which natural ingredients contribute to skin health and their anti-wrinkle effects. Additionally, the authors address challenges related to the stability and compatibility of natural ingredients in formulations, alongside their alignment with consumer preferences and market trends. The chapter concludes by assessing the potential benefits of natural cosmeceuticals in antiaging treatments and identifying key areas for future research. The goal of the presented chapter is to advance skincare science by pragmatically leveraging antiaging research to enhance product development.
Noninvasive Bioengineering Methods for the Evaluation of Cosmeceutical Efficacy
Authors: Yingngam Bancha
Published: November 2024

For manufacturers as well as for consumers, cosmeceutical evaluation is very important in the skincare industry. However, traditional methods can prove to be uncomfortable and involve long, invasive evaluations of skin changes that may alter the natural state of the skin. This chapter highlights noninvasive bioengineering approaches to quantify cosmeceutical benefits. Real-time noninvasive skin imaging techniques have been developed to visualize the characteristics of skin morphology at the cellular scale. The quantitative assessment of skin barrier function, such as transepidermal water loss, moisture, elasticity, and pH, is performed via biophysical instruments. The color and topography of the skin are objectively determined through colorimetry, spectrophotometry, and 3D surface topography. Assessments of skin microcirculation through laser Doppler flowmetry and laser speckle contrast imaging are also discussed, as are the principles of the measuring tools applied and the uses of each technique, along with their problems and perspectives.
Consumer Trends and Market Analysis in Natural Cosmeceuticals
Authors: Yingngam Bancha
Published: November 2024

The cosmeceutical market has been in existence for several years as the demand for products has risen, and people are turning to natural and organic options. This chapter provides an overview of recent trends in consumer behavior and the market for natural cosmeceuticals. The natural cosmeceutical market was valued at USD 58.3 billion in 2023, and it is projected to reach USD 108.1 billion by 2032 (CAGR 6.8%). This growth is driven by an increasing number of healthy and environmentally conscious consumers, with trends focused on environmental awareness, product effectiveness, and transparency. The market is competitive with many established and emerging brands. For instance, the market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.1% in the United States from 2024-2030. Key challenges include consumer ignorance of industry advancements and regulatory uncertainties. Success hinges on developing a product strategy that leverages strengths and maintains market relevance amidst rapid changes.
Adaptation of the National Water Policy in Ukraine to the EU Acquis in the Context of European Water Security
Authors: Kuzmych Lyudmyla , Gopchak Igor
Published: November 2024

The main features of water resource management systems as an object of research are determined. The main methodological approaches to research are analyzed of the European integration process in the field of water management, which is an important process for Ukraine on the way to improving water resources management, ensuring environmental sustainability, and achieving high water quality standards. The process of European integration involves the harmonization of legislation, standards, and practices with European norms. The implementation of EU legislation in the sector “water quality and management of water resources, including the marine environment” takes place within the framework of six directives, namely: the water framework directive, the flood directive, the marine directive, the wastewater directive, the drinking water directive, and the nitrates directive.
Blockchain's Transformative Role in the Financial Sector
Authors: Jassem Suaad , Sayari Karima Toumi , Abdelfattah Fadi
Published: November 2024

This chapter explores blockchain technology, a revolutionary distributed ledger system transforming the financial sector by enabling secure, transparent, decentralized transaction recording and management. Focusing on the accounting and finance industries, the chapter examines how blockchain technology is being adopted to enhance operations and service automation. It highlights blockchain's significant benefits, such as increased transparency, faster transaction processing, cost reduction, improved accuracy, and enhanced security. The chapter comprehensively discusses blockchain's diverse applications in accounting, banking, and finance, including its role in cross-border payments, stock exchanges, identity verification, and the standardization of bookkeeping, accounting, and auditing practices. Additionally, it critically analyzes the potential risks associated with blockchain adoption, like regulatory challenges and security vulnerabilities, underlining the importance for businesses to weigh both risks and benefits in the rapidly digitalizing financial landscape.
Navigating the Digital Frontier Strategic Integration of Blockchain Technology in Enhancing Digital Entrepreneurship and Ethical Business Practices
Authors: Jain Vishal , Mitra Archan
Published: November 2024

This study explores the key drivers and obstacles of innovation in achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs) within emerging economies. Utilizing a multi-case study approach, this research identifies and analyzes the critical factors that either promote or hinder innovation aimed at sustainability. Key drivers, such as governmental policies, financial incentives, and technological advancements, are assessed alongside obstacles like regulatory barriers, resource constraints, and socio-economic disparities. The findings highlight the complex interplay between these factors and provide actionable insights for policymakers and stakeholders to enhance innovation efforts. By offering a comparative analysis across different emerging markets, this study contributes to a deeper understanding of how innovation can be leveraged to achieve SDGs.This work aims to inform future strategies and policies to foster innovation-driven sustainability in emerging economies.
Navigating the Digital Horizon
Authors: Talukder Mohammad Badruddoza , Hoque Mushfika
Published: November 2024

This chapter investigates the transformative impact of technological improvements on traditional travel agencies, a topic that is becoming increasingly important in the fast-changing travel industry. Through the previous related literature, this study aims to shed light on how travel firms are adjusting to the changing demands and tastes of travellers in the digital era by studying the integration of artificial intelligence, virtual and augmented reality, and data-driven personalisation. So, the paper aims to identify travel agencies' challenges and opportunities by analysing digital transformation's impact on old business models. In addition, it investigates the shifting behaviour of travellers, who are increasingly looking for ease and personalised experiences through internet platforms. Finally, this chapter emphasises the significance of travel agencies embracing digital innovation, streamlining operations, and developing immersive travel experiences to maintain their competitive edge in a constantly moving market.
Corporate Social Responsibility
Authors: Omidvar Mohammadsadegh , Afsharbakehslo Zeinab , Gigauri Iza
Published: November 2024

Today, most companies have adopted corporate social responsibility (CSR) policies to influence their relationships with society and other stakeholders positively. As a result, it is necessary for CSR research to identify the drivers that make companies inclined to implement CSR strategies. This study investigates the drivers of companies' interest in applying CSR policies through a systematic literature review. We first collected 130 articles from different sources; then we categorized the drivers these articles identified for CSR activities according to Carroll's social responsibility pyramid. This research shows that most of the drivers identified by previous studies relate to economic, legal, and ethical responsibilities. In contrast, philanthropic and environmental responsibilities have been given less attention. According to Carroll's pyramid, economic, legal, and moral responsibilities are at the primary levels. Since environmental issues have received special attention from societies, the drivers related to this responsibility should be well-identified and investigated.
Unethical Pro-Organizational Behavior in Iranian Organizations
Authors: Afshar Bakeshlo Zeinab , Omidvar Mohammadsadegh , Palazzo Maria
Published: November 2024

Unethical pro-organizational behaviour has been studied in organizational study significantly. Despite the fact that the existing literature provides ample insights into UPB, there is a limited number of researches that focus on Islamic countries, especially in Iran. To address this gap, this study delves into the consequences of UPB in Iranian organization. Therefore, the qualitative approach was design and 16 employees from Tehran municipality were interviewed to gain in-depth insight. Using thematic analysis, three well-supported themes with sub-themes were obtained. Consequences of UPB have been classified intro three main group: individual, organizational and social outcomes. Each group has their own sub-themes too. This research sheds light on the multifaceted repercussions of UPB, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions and ethical awareness in Iranian workplaces.
Embracing Ethical Excellence
Authors: Kumcu Elif Hasret
Published: November 2024

The chapter explores the evolution and growing importance of ethical marketing practices, emphasizing the need for corporations to adhere to responsible marketing standards in a rapidly changing landscape. It highlights the role of various organizations, such as NGOs and government agencies, in promoting ethical behavior by addressing exploitative practices and establishing guidelines to protect consumers. The chapter also discusses the critical role of technology in marketing, focusing on data privacy, cybersecurity, and the impact of social media. Case studies, such as Patagonia's sustainability efforts, demonstrate the practical implementation of responsible marketing. Through comprehensive education and communication, companies are urged to integrate ethical conduct into their operations, creating trust with stakeholders and contributing to a more inclusive, sustainable business environment. The chapter concludes by examining the challenges and opportunities in responsible marketing, offering insights into future trends in the industry.
Pedestrian Detection and Tracking
Authors: Dhawas Pranali , Gupta Gopal Kumar , Kokare Abhijeet Shrikrishna , Pimpalshende Pooja , Pawar Raju , Jangid Jatin
Published: November 2024

Pedestrian detection and tracking are critical components of modern surveillance systems, playing a vital role in various applications such as public safety, autonomous driving, and urban planning. This chapter delves into the fundamental concepts, methodologies, and technological advancements that have shaped the field of pedestrian detection and tracking. Beginning with an overview of traditional methods, including background subtraction and feature-based approaches, the chapter transitions into contemporary deep learning techniques that have significantly improved detection accuracy and robustness. Key algorithms, such as Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs), Region-based CNNs (R-CNNs), and more recent advancements like Transformer-based models, are explored in detail. The chapter also addresses the integration of these algorithms into real-time tracking systems, discussing object association techniques, motion models, and multi-object tracking strategies.
Computer Vision Performance Analysis for Smart Doorbell System With IoT and Edge Computing
Authors: Raval Gaurang , Arya Shailesh , Patel Pankesh , Valiveti Sharada , Shah Riya , Parikh Saurin
Published: November 2024

The Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) includes machine learning applications, algorithms, hardware, and software. AIoT can be roughly classified into - vibration, voice, and vision. All of these have distinct workloads and demand scalable solutions. The focus of this work is on vision-based applications. The current offerings are expensive, inflexible, and exclusive. There is a trade-off between the precision and portability. To address these issues, a video analytics-based solution is proposed. It processes the smart doorbell data in real-time. The system is able to distinguish known/unknown people with high accuracy. It also detects animal/pet, harmful weapon, noteworthy vehicle, and package. Various approaches are applied for detection like cloud computing, IoT boards, classical computer vision. As part of this research, we wanted to collate contemporary video analytics with privacy, security, energy usage, and opacity with focus on Hardware/software cost, resource usage, accuracy, and latency. The approach best suitable for application development is thereby concluded.
AI in Healthcare Data Analytics Trends and Transformative Innovations
Authors: Badiger Manjunatha , Adiga Sookshma , Naik Akshatha , Shetty Sumiksha , Smitha A. B. , Mehnaz Fathima C. , Singh Chandra
Published: November 2024

Advances in AI and data analytics are revolutionizing healthcare by enhancing patient well-being, and system performance, and addressing deep-rooted health challenges. Key trends include precision medicine, which forecasts health outcomes based on genotype and phenotype, real-time monitoring with intelligent wearables, improved diagnostics, greater process efficiency, rapid drug development, and genomics integration. Other significant trends encompass NLP, federated learning, blockchain for data protection, explainable AI, and clinician decision support tools. The application of AI holds immense potential, making the vision of improved patient care, higher health outcomes, operational efficiency, and innovative health solutions increasingly achievable.
Transforming Healthcare With AI and Machine Learning
Authors: Ravindran D. , Mariammal G. , Dhivya M. , S. Dhivya Devi , T. P. Anish , Sathya V. , R. Siva Subramanian
Published: November 2024

This survey paper gives an insight about the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in the healthcare industry. With a broad focus, it discusses the present state, approaches, and advancements of AI and ML in the health care industry. This paper explores the process of accumulating and structuring healthcare data, dataset standardization, data quality assessment, prognosis, clinical decision support systems, healthcare operations' efficiency, population health dynamics, fraudulence identification, revenue cycle, patient participation, telemonitoring, individualized treatment, health care quality assessment, ethical issues, and real-world examples of healthcare AI applications and developments. This comprehensive survey highlights the transformative potential of AI and ML in healthcare, emphasizing the need for continuous research, ethical practices, and robust data management to harness these technologies effectively.