bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Study of species relationship analysis based on the CMFR model
Authors: Ding Yanxi , Xu Xin , Liang Ketao
Published: June 2024

This study employs the Composite Multi-Factor Relationship (CMFR) model to delve into the complex interactions between sea lampreys and their prey within the Great Lakes, using a dataset from 2001 to 2011. It reveals how fluctuations in the sex ratio of lampreys alongside environmental factors critically influence the stability of the ecosystem. Through meticulous integration of data regarding plankton conditions and lamprey sex ratios, the research outlines the profound impact these variables have on predation behaviors and, subsequently, the ecological balance. The findings illuminate the utility of the CMFR model in shedding light on species interactions, providing vital insights for the strategic management of invasive species to safeguard ecosystem health. Additionally, the study emphasizes the importance of considering diverse biological and environmental factors in ecosystem management, offering valuable strategies for maintaining biodiversity and ecological stability. This comprehensive analysis contributes significantly to our understanding of predator-prey dynamics and the broader implications for aquatic ecosystem sustainability.
Evaluating graphene nanoribbons for miniaturization of field effect transistors: A density functional theory study
Authors: Recce Alexander
Published: June 2024

For the past 60 years, the number of silicon transistors the building blocks of integrated circuits that can be packed onto a microchip has doubled every two years. This phenomenon, famously termed Moores Law, has driven technological progress. However, this trajectory is approaching a barrier known as the Silicon limit. At sizes below a certain threshold, the efficiency of silicon diminishes, posing a challenge to continued miniaturization. Thus, the development of novel transistor materials has become a critical step towards realizing beyond-silicon nano-electronics. Graphene, a two-dimensional material composed of carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal lattice, has risen to prominence as a potential way forward in the field of nano-electronic devices due to its numerous advantages, including high electron and hole mobilities, an atom-thin structure, and the ease of doping to enhance conductivity. However, the lack of a band gap in graphene poses a significant challenge in designing efficient nano-electronic devices. While cutting graphene into nanoribbons can open a band gap, further scaling down graphene nanoribbons will be difficult and costly. Therefore, alternative approaches to further enlarging the band gap based on the current size scale are essential. In this study, we propose a novel method to successfully increase the band gap of 7-armchair nanoribbons by introducing the pre-designed shape of cutting. Additionally, by further manipulating the cutting shape, we also propose a method to increase carriers mobility while retaining the band gap. These findings represent a significant advancement in optimizing the electrical performance of future carbon-based transistors. The utilization of pre-designed cutting shapes offers a flexible approach to tailor device performance according to specific requirements, thereby enhancing the versatility and functionality of carbon-based electronic devices.
Predicting the stock opening price of Apple company
Authors: Li Ge
Published: June 2024

As the stock market plays a crucial role in the world economy, researchers have used multiple mathematical and statistical models such as Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) and Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks model to forecast the fluctuation in stock price despite their unpredictability as the stock market, being a stochastic process, would be easily affected by an abundance of factors such as governmental policies, industrial news, and natural calamities. Therefore, based on the previous studies, this paper attempts to forecast the stock opening price of Apple Inc., one of the world-leading companies in the technology industry, utilizing the Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average (ARIMA) model. In order to minimize the impact on the stock market brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, this paper will analyze separately the opening price of Apple stock before and after the epidemic outbreak and will compare the difference the pandemic made in the stock market, as well as the forecasting models.
Application of maximum likelihood estimation in various mathematical models
Authors: Fang Le
Published: June 2024

Maximum likelihood estimation is a breakthrough in the history of statistics, which overcomes the main weakness of Bayesian estimation and has been widely used in various fields, such as language and image processing, and system identification, etc. This paper analyzes the application of maximum likelihood estimation on different mathematical models. It is proved that the universality of maximum likelihood estimation plays an important role in promoting the continued in-depth research on maximum likelihood estimation. This paper also analyzes and summarizes the application of maximum likelihood estimation to specific parameters in different mathematical models. In addition, this work conducts research on the application conditions of maximum likelihood estimation and its main properties, such as variability, consistency, and asymptotic normality, etc. In different mathematical models, such as the annealing furnace efficiency system, gamma environmental factors and adaptive algorithm, etc. Therefore, this paper finds the reason for why the maximum likelihood estimate is widely used in various fields.
Exploring post mastectomy patients’ experience on handmade knitted breast prosthesis, a project lead by the breast nurse specialist
Authors: Balushi Laila Al , Adawi Mudhar Al , Siyabi Izdihar Al
Published: June 2024

Objective: Not all post mastectomy patients are eligible for immediate or late breast reconstruction. Therefore, an appropriate external breast prothesis (EBP) after mastectomy can inspire patient’s copying mechanism, self-confident and improve body image. This study aims to highlight the perceived comfort, confidence, satisfaction of post mastectomy women with the use of knitted EBP.Methods: A cross-sectional study design was implemented, and 51 participants completed an electronic questionnaire survey. The survey consisted of 26 close-ended questions related to body image satisfaction, confidence, satisfaction with the knitted EBP.Results: Interestingly, almost more than half of the participants reported dissatisfaction with their physical appearance following mastectomy if they do not wear the EBP and they were highly confident after wearing the EBP (76%) and (86%) respectively. Moreover, almost all participants reported their satisfaction regarding the EBP in terms of weight and stated that it is light and can be worn with almost all types of clothes (94%) and (70%), respectively.Conclusions: Our study shows that the majority of post mastectomy women had grateful experience with the knitted EBP and reported better self-confidence after wearing the breast prosthesis. However, there is no effect of EBP on young patient’s decision to have breast reconstruction in future.
The Effect of Business Strategy on the Performance of MSMEs in Malang City
Authors: Novirin Barli , Soesilowati Etty , Farida Rahmawati Farida Rahmawati
Published: June 2024

The purpose of this study was to determine and analyze the effect of business strategy on the performance of MSMEs in Malang City. This research is a quantitative study with variables of business strategy and MSME performance. The research data were collected by interview, documentation, observation, and distributing questionnaires to 30 business scale respondents using a cluster random sampling technique. Data analysis used is multiple linear regression analysis and hypothesis testing. The results prove that business strategy has a positive influence on the performance of MSMEs in Malang City. This shows that business strategy can be used as a basis for consideration in improving the performance of MSMEs in Malang City. This is because the business strategy carried out can improve the performance of MSMEs.
Can ‘Skeyes’ Ground Airlines?: A Brief Analysis of the CJEU Ruling of 2 June 2022 (C-353/20–Skeyes v. Ryanair DAC)
Authors: Deschuttere Dries
Published: June 2024

By ruling of 2 June 2022, the EU Court of Justice (CJEU) has pronounced itself on the interpretation of Regulation (EC) No 550/2004 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 10 March 2004 on the provision of air navigation services in the single European sky, and Article 8 thereof in particular. In short, the CJEU had to strike a balance between rights of airlines and obligations for air navigation service providers under the Single European Sky, and delivered a rather unexpected but welcomed ruling. According to the CJEU, airspace users, such as air carriers, have a right of effective right of recourse before national courts against the provider of air traffic services, including to bring an action against the provider for the alleged failure to fulfil the duty to provide services imposed on that provider. Furthermore, the CJEU held that Regulation No 550/2004 must be interpreted as meaning that it excludes the application of the competition rules laid down in the FEU Treaty to the provision of air navigation services linked to the exercise of prerogatives of public power, but that it does not exclude the application of the rules of the FEU Treaty and of this Charter relating to the rights and freedoms of airspace users.
Report on the 2024 IATA World Legal Symposium in Vancouver, Canada, on 22–23 February 2024
Authors: Choi Jinyoung (Jin)
Published: June 2024

Between 21 and 23 February 2024, the International Air Transport Association, which represents 320 airlines worldwide, hosted its annual World Legal Symposium in Vancouver, Canada. After a confidential briefing to its members on 21 February 2024, the legal symposium convened discussions on the topic of “Environmental Sustainability and Aviation Law for two days” between 22 and 23 February 2024. The Symposium attracted about 400 aviation legal professionals and fifty speakers in eleven panel discussions.
Limitation Period Applicable to Unfair Prejudice Petitions
Authors: Choi John (Ching Jack)
Published: June 2024

This short article examines the recent English Court of Appeal decision of THG plc v. Zedra Trust Company (Jersey) Limited [2024] EWCA Civ 158. In that case, the court was confronted with the question of whether a, and if so what, period of limitation applies to unfair prejudice petitions under section 994 of the Companies Act 2006. Although the Limitation Act 1980 makes no mention of these petitions, the court held that such proceedings do fall within the 1980 Act’s regime, with the precise limitation period depending on whether the relief sought is monetary or non-monetary in nature. That the limitation period applicable to proceedings under the same provision (section 994) depend on the nature of the remedy sought is a difficult position to defend. The fault lies less with the Court of Appeal, rather it is submitted that this decision sharply highlights the (already much vocalized) inadequacies of the present statutory limitation regime.
Customs Risk Management in Vietnam During Digital Transformation: Toward an Intelligent Customs Model
Authors: Hong Pham Thuy , Giang Doan Quynh , Nam Vuong Tuan , Le Doan Hong , Trang Tran Van
Published: June 2024

In the face of increasing international trade activities, Customs authorities and other government authorities cannot control 100% of all crossborder transactions. The main challenge is the limited resources of the Customs authorities who must address the challenges in applying traditional customs control methods. On the other hand, along with the pressure of the international community to reduce the interference by the government in trade, customs authorities must innovate to achieve an appropriate balance between trade facilitation and strict control of import and export in accordance with the law. In this setting, the tools of risk management present the optimal solution. We study the process and progress of applying risk management in the operation of Vietnam Customs over the past fifteen years, including an in-depth analysis of risk management models over this period. We then propose customs risk management solutions and models for consideration during this period of digital transformation and the movement to so-called, ‘Smart Customs’.
Article: Are There ‘Exceptions’ to the SCM Agreement? Applicability of the GATT Exceptions Vis-à-Vis the International Rules on Subsidies
Authors: Jung Nu Ri
Published: June 2024

The Agreement on Subsidies and Countervailing Measures (‘SCM Agreement’) regulates the use of subsidies by Members of the World Trade Organization (‘WTO’) to prevent distortions of international trade. With the rise of new types of subsidies, however, the subsidies disciplines in the SCM Agreement are considered to be insufficient. More and more WTO Members invoke exceptions as demanded by the geopolitical imperatives to justify their measures, but the SCM Agreement itself does not contain any exceptions that remain effective as of today. The WTO’s general rules on subsidy can be found not only in the SCM Agreement but also in the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (‘GATT’). The exceptions set forth in Articles XX and XXI of the GATT (collectively, ‘GATT Exceptions’) can justify any breach of the GATT. The question would thus be: whether and to what extent the GATT Exceptions can justify a breach of the SCM Agreement. After briefly introducing debates over the applicability of the GATT Exceptions to the SCM Agreement, this paper observes the interpretative relationship between the GATT and the SCM Agreement. Thereafter, this paper proposes certain interpretative rules on the application of the GATT Exceptions vis-à-vis the SCM Agreement.
Developments in US Trade Policy Amid the Shifting Dynamics of World Trade
Authors: Oh Hae Bin
Published: June 2024

Today, world trade stands at a juncture. The proliferation of unconventional, unilateral trade policies calls into question the fundamental legitimacy of the World Trade Organization (WTO). To date, the global trading system evolved alongside a plethora of exogenous factors, such as the US-China competition. The political realities came to reveal the inadequacies of the existing trading regime to receive unique non-market economies (NMEs) like China in the world market. To better withstand the changes in world trade, the US resorted to unconventional, unilateral trade tactics. But how exactly did we get here? This study argues that the root cause can be found in the developments in US trade policy under each US presidency. The study’s findings demonstrate that the overarching goal of US trade policy has remained remarkably consistent across different presidencies in terms of countering the rise of China. Along the way, the incumbent president’s different priorities and political ideals, and the sustained impact of China’s accession to the WTO, induce profound changes in US-China relations and, at large, the world trading system. In short, this article aims to provide a policy-wise explanation to the current conundrum in world trade by following the developments in US trade policy since China’s accession to the WTO.
Використання штучного інтелекту у викладанні німецької мови як іноземної: інноваційні підходи
Authors: Осарчук К. В.
Published: June 2024

Актуальність теми визначається стрімким розвитком технологій ШІ та їх впливом на освітні процеси, зокрема у викладанні іноземних мов. У статті розглянуто застосування штучного інтелекту, що відкриває нові можливості для персоналізації освіти та підвищення її ефективності. Метою дослідження є вивчення нових методів викладання німецької мови як іноземної за допомогою штучного інтелекту та оцінка того, як вони впливають на процес навчання. У дослідженні використані системні аналітичні методи, експериментальні класи з розширеною технологією ШІ та один емпіричний метод. Визначено, які фактори є найбільш важливими для підвищення мотивації та залученості студентів у навчальний процес. Ідея полягає в тому, що інтеграція в навчальний процес робить вивчення німецької мови ефективнішим. Виявлено, що використання інтерактивних інструментів, автоматизованого оцінювання та адаптивних систем навчання значно підвищує результати навчання. Результати показали, що покращити успішність учнів завдяки Можна екстраполювати досвід автоматизації оцінок за допомогою штучного інтелекту, щоб зменшити навантаження на викладачів і підвищити неупередженість оцінок. Підкреслюється теоретичне значення роботи у формуванні нових стратегій для включення штучного інтелекту у вивчення мови. Застосування технологій ШІ для створення ефективних стратегій навчання зумовлює подальше практичне значення. Унікальність дослідження виявляється у методичному розгляді того, як штучний інтелект впливає на навчання. Основні висновки підкреслюють значні переваги використання ШІ у викладанні німецької мови, що створює нові можливості для його застосування. Висновки дослідження можуть бути використані для подальших дискусій, практичних розробок (плани уроків), зокрема практикуючими викладачами, випускниками ВНЗ, педагогами та асистентами науково-педагогічних працівників.
The Role of Canadian Colleges and Technical Institutions in International Education: A 40-Year Perspective
Authors: Hurabielle Jacques P. E. , Grace Michael G. A. , Andrews Michael
Published: June 2024

This article documents the emergence and evolution of Canadian postsecondary technical or vocational international education by analyzing information derived from the administration of an in-depth survey to senior college officials in Canadian colleges and postsecondary technical or vocational institutions. Those who responded on behalf of the appropriate department in each institution had a wide variety of education, training, and skills related to the promotion and enhancement of international education. Results showed that the primary goals of international education in these institutions since 1960 were to form human capital, promote economic growth, and facilitate economic globalization. Few institutions in Canada in 1960 met the criteria of being colleges or technical institutions, and even fewer were involved in international education. The large increase in their numbers a few years later coincided with a rapid expansion of interest in international education. Geographical areas of international education were concentrated in Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Caribbean from 1971 to 1985. From 1986 to 1998 this changed to cover almost every area of the nonindustrialized world. The intent of international education in these institutions changed from the earlier altruism to a focus on staff development, generation of revenue, and provision of humanitarian assistance. This information may be of assistance to institutions setting policy and suggesting strategies for more effective coordination of international education.
Grade 6 French Immersion Students' Performance on Large-Scale Reading, Writing, and Mathematics Tests: Building Explanations
Authors: Turnbull Miles , Hart Doug , Lapkin Sharon
Published: June 2024

We analyzed data from Ontario's provincial testing program to ascertain if the reading, writing, and mathematics skills of grade 6 immersion students were comparable to those of regular English program students. Various immersion program designs were taken into account. The analysis confirms the results of earlier program evaluations that any lags in immersion students' achievement in reading, writing, and math disappear by grade 6. We offer two explanations to account for this result. The lag explanation holds that taking reading, writing, and math in French until the end of grade 3 creates a lag in achievement until English is introduced into the curriculum, after which immersion students catch up to regular students' performance. The selection explanation suggests that immersion test performance improves by grade 6 relative to regular English program counterparts because the composition of the grade 6 cohort is more select than that of earlier cohorts.
What Makes Anti-Racist Pedagogy in Teacher Education Difficult? Three Popular Ideological Assumptions
Authors: St. Denis Verna , Schick Carol
Published: June 2024

This article arises from the teaching observations and struggles of two anti-racist educators who co-developed and taught a required cross-cultural education course for predominantly white-identified preservice teachers in a Canadian prairie context. The article identifies three common ideological assumptions about the production of inequality frequently held by these students: race does not matter; everyone has equal opportunity; and through individual acts and good intentions one can secure innocence as well as superiority. These preservice teachers are required to examine the dominant identifications and power relations through which they are produced and unwittingly implicated in reproducing the status quo.
Behavior Domains in Theory and in Practice
Authors: McDonald Roderick P.
Published: June 2024

The concept of a behavior domain is a reasonable and essential foundation for psychometric work based on true score theory, the linear model of common factor analysis, and the nonlinear models of item response theory. Investigators applying these models to test data generally treat the true scores or factors or traits as abstractive psychological attributes: common properties of the items, possibly with some inconsistency between their practice and their theoretical statements. A countably infinite item domain defines an attribute uniquely, and a function of the domain item scores gives an identified measure of it, to be estimated from a finite set of item scores, with a defined error of measurement. In test development the investigator must consider and justify the assumption that an item domain exists for the specific measurement application and is large enough to be treated as infinite for that application.
Parent Marginalization, Marginalized Parents: Creating a Place for Parents on the School Landscape
Authors: Pushor Debbie , Murphy Bill
Published: June 2024

In this article we lay Debbie's research on the positioning of parents in relation to the school landscape alongside Bill's classroom work with Aboriginal parents. Our work challenges the view that parents are given place and voice in their children's schooling experiences. We question assumptions on which the term partnership is used with parents and argue that although many parents are positioned in marginalized ways in regard to their children's schooling, this situation is more pervasive for Aboriginal parents than for parents of the dominant culture. The narrative of Bill's home visit program and the telling of his home visit with Helen's mother create a new story of Aboriginal parental participation: a story that shifts thinking and practice.
Online Teaching: Creating Text-Based Environments for Collaborative Thinking
Authors: Lapadat Judith C.
Published: June 2024

This article examines some of the ways graduate students engage in interactive writing in online university courses as a means of discussion. In particular I present data from course transcripts that suggest that discursive interaction in an asynchronous, text-based, online course may be uniquely suited to fostering higher-order thinking and social construction of meaning. I support this argument by considering the emergent online community and its participation structures, qualities of the interactive written discourse, and means by which the discourse supports making meaning and higher-order thinking. Findings support research that suggests that well-designed, text-based, online courses for university students create collaborative learning environments that enhance thinking.
Barriers to Healthcare Access for Tribal Communities in India: An Examination of Systemic Discrimination and Policy Implications
Authors: Dhingra Adhyan
Published: June 2024

This research paper explores the systemic barriers that tribal communities in India face in accessing healthcare services. Despite constitutional safeguards and targeted programs, these communities continue to encounter significant obstacles rooted in socio-economic disadvantages, geographical isolation, and institutional discrimination. This study examines the extent of healthcare disparities affecting India's tribal populations, identifying critical gaps in service delivery and the socio-cultural dynamics that exacerbate exclusion. The study proposes a multi-faceted approach to reform, emphasizing community engagement, enhanced accountability of healthcare providers, and the integration of traditional tribal healthcare practices with mainstream medical services.
Advanced Deep Learning Methodologies in the Diagnosis of Parkinson's Disease: A Comprehensive Review
Authors:   Electronics and Telecommunication Department, Pillai College of Engineering, New Panvel, Mumbai, Maharashtra - 410206, India, Naema Shaikh Haque
Published: June 2024

This study of the literature explores the field of sophisticated deep techniques for diagnosing Parkinson's illness and severity evaluation. The research looks into the use of machine learning algorithms as potential markers of Parkinson's illness in manual illustrations and speech impairments. These algorithms include XGBoost, Neural Networks with Recurrence, and ensemble models. Numerous feature extraction techniques, model comparison assessments, and preprocessing methodologies are investigated in an effort to improve precision and efficacy of Parkinson's illness diagnosis. In order to improve performance and interpretability of the prototype, the importance of feature engineering, ensemble learning techniques, and interpretability techniques like LIME and SHAP values is emphasized. The study also highlights how crucial it is to integrate several models for real-time monitoring systems to assist in the prompt identification and ongoing tracking of Parkinson's illness. Future possibilities for examine include adding other symptoms including handwriting distortion and olfactory sound loss, investigating new algorithms, and using deep learning approaches to improve system performance. Considerable progress in Parkinson's disease diagnosis and therapy can be made by filling up these research gaps and utilizing deep learning. By addressing these problems via additional study and technical developments, PD can be detected and managed earlier and more effectively, which will ultimately improve patient quality of life. Keywords: Keywords: interpretability, early diagnosis, severity assessment, ensemble learning, XGBoost, deep learning, recurrent neural networks,, machine learning, Parkinson's illness, and feature engineering.
Isolasi dan Uji Potensi Bakteri Pelarut Fosfat dari Rhizosfer Tanaman Kakao (Theobroma cacao)
Authors: Sutaryo Setya Puji Handayani , Achmad Himawan  , Kristalisasi Elizabeth Nanik
Published: June 2024

Phosphate solubilizing bacteria are important to caccao plants for phosphor ion release, so that it is not attached by Fe or Al ion, and it use by plants. These research purposes  are to isolation of bacteria that is predicted to have potential as phosphate solubilizing bacteria and it’s identification. Research was conducted at Laboratorium Pusat INSTIPER Yogyakarta in March – May 2023. Research used descriptive method, survey at different caccao orchard, sterilization of research tools and materials, sampling of rhizosphere soil of caccao plants, isolation and bacteria identification. Macroscopy observation results were obtained 4 isolates that were showed transparent zones in Pikovskaya’s media and it’s potential as phosphate solubilizing bacteria. Microscopy observation results were obtained phosphate solubilizing bacteria from every location of sampling that are location 1 at Nglanggeran Kulon hamlet (isolate K1P3U5), location 2 at Gunung Buthak hamlet (isolate K2P2U1) and location 3 at Nglanggeran Wetan hamlet (isolate K3P4U5 and K3P2U2), Nglanggeran Village, Patuk Subdistrict, Gunung Kidul Regency. Phosphate solubilizing bacteria that were obtained are Genus Acetobacter from K1P3U5 and K3P4U5 isolates, and  Escherichia from K2P2U1 isolate. From K3P2U2 isolate was not  identification yet.
Sculpting the Provision of Student Support for Law Students to Enhance Inclusivity: Complications and Challenges
Authors: Hughes-Gerber Laura , McGuirk Noel , Savva Rafael
Published: June 2024

Sculpting the Provision of Student Support for Law Students to Enhance Inclusivity: Complications and Challenges

A positive and inclusive student experience is increasingly viewed as closely related to student support, with academic support and pastoral care becoming the main drivers in the development of services, schemes and teaching curricula. This article addresses the operationalisation of student support for law students and the evolving role of law lecturers in providing both academic support and pastoral care to cultivate more inclusive student support. Traditionally, academic support and pastoral care have been offered to law students on an entirely separate basis. Pastoral care tends to be provided by professional colleagues outside of law departments, while academic support has been the sole remit of law lecturers. Despite the merit in this theoretical distinction, this article identifies that in practice, law students’ support needs are best met within their department when approached in a less binary and more holistic and individualistic manner. The article recommends a systematic approach to the design and delivery of student support services to provide academic support and pastoral care more holistically and inclusively. This is premised on the recognition that law student support needs often arise in an interconnected and interdependent way where the line between pastoral and academic issues is blurred. The present study creates a taxonomy on student support systems to help identify how academic support and pastoral care may be offered more holistically and, thus, inclusively. Furthermore, this study uses this taxonomy to identify the crucial role of law lecturers in providing students with support.
Bacteriolytic activity of phages isolated from wastewater
Authors: Anujin Gantulga , Khulan Janchiv , Ochirkhuyag Baldorj , Tumenjargal Davaasuren
Published: June 2024

Bacteriophages, which are viruses that infect bacteria, have a significant impact on the dynamics of bacterial communities, the evolution of bacterial genomes, and the biogeochemistry of ecosystems. The specific effects of these factors differ based on whether the phages establish lytic, chronic, or lysogenic infections. In this study, bacteriophages were isolated from wastewater samples obtained from the Central Wastewater Treatment Plant of Ulaanbaatar. The test strains of Escherichia coli NIM05 and Pseudomonas aeruginosa NIM09 from the collection of the Bacteriological Laboratory, the National Centre for Infectious Diseases were used to determine bacteriolytic activity of bacteriophages. Bacteriophages AT1 and AT2, demonstrating bacteriolytic activity, were isolated. Specifically bacteriophage AT1 was able to lyse 70.2% of cells from the total population of E. coli NIM05, while bacteriophage AT2 was able to lyse 78.5% of P. aeruginosa NIM09 within a 96-hour cultivation period. Bacteriophage titers were determined, resulting in 1.12 x 1010 PFU/m for the AT1 phage, and 0.98 x 1010 PFU/mL for the AT2 phage.
Бохир уснаас ялган авсан фагийн бактериолитик идэвх
Хураангуй. Бактерид халдварладаг вирус нь бактерийн өсөлтийн динамик, бактерийн геномын хувьсал, экосистемийн биогеохимийн процесст нөлөөлдөг. Эдгээр нөлөөллүүд нь тухайн фагууд литик, архагшсан эсвэл лизоген халдвар үүсгэж байгаа эсэхээс хамаарч өөр өөр байдаг. Энэхүү судалгаанд ХӨСҮТ –ийн Нэгдсэн лабораторийн Нян судлалын лабораторид хадгалагдаж байгаа Escherichia coli NIM05 болон Pseudomonas aeruginosa NIM09 –ийн омгуудыг тест өсгөврөөр ашиглав. Улаанбаатар хотын Төв цэвэрлэх байгууламжийн бохир уснаас эдгээр өсгөврийг лизист оруулах чадвартай АТ1 ба АТ2 бактериофагуудийг ялгаж авав. АТ1 бактериофаг E. coli –ийн нийт эсийн 70.2% –ийг, AT2 фаг P. аeruginosa –ийн нийт эсийн 78.5.5% –ийг 96 цагийн хугацаанд лизист оруулах чадвартай болохыг тогтоов. Ялгаж авсан AT1 фагийн титр 1.12x1010 PFU/mL, AT2 фагийн титр 0.98x1010 PFU/mL тус тус байна.
Түлхүүр үгс: Бактериофаг, бактериолитик идэвх, бактери, E. coli, P. aeruginosa, бохир ус
new record of the butterfly species, Limenitis sydyi Lederer, 1853 in Mongolia
Authors: Anudari Batsaikhan , Gantigmaa Chuluunbaatar , Ulzii Tserensambuu
Published: June 2024

During field research conducted in July 2023 in the forest-steppe region of Mongolia, the butterfly (Lepidoptera: Rhopalocera) species Limenitis sydyi Lederer, 1853 was recorded for the first time in Mongolia.
Тавилганы гоо эрвээхэйн (Limenitis sydyi Lederer, 1853) шинэ тархалт
Хураангуй. Монгол орны ойт хээрийн бүсэд 2023 оны 7 сард зохион байгуулсан хээрийн судалгаааны явцад Тавилганы гоо эрвээхэйг илрүүлэн тус орны булцуу сахалт эрвээхэйн (Lepidoptera: Rhopalocera) зүйлийн бүрдэлдэхүүнд шинээр бүртгэлээ.
Түлхүүр үгс: Тавилганы гоо эрвээхэй, Limenitis sydyi, шинэ тархалт, Монгол
THE ANALYSIS OF THE IMPACT OF DIGITAL PRODUCT INNOVATION AND HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALISTS ON INTENTION TO USE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN FINANCIAL BANKING SYSTEM
Authors:   Valahia University of Târgoviște, Târgoviște, Romania, Florea Nicoleta Valentina , Croitoru Gabriel ,   Valahia University of Târgoviște, Târgoviște, Romania, Radu (Cârstea) Georgiana ,   Valahia University of Târgoviște, Târgoviște, Romania, Florea Daria ,   Valahia University of Târgoviște, Târgoviște, Romania
Published: June 2024

Artificial Intelligence in the banking system is constantly developing, especially among young customers. Innovation of digital products has an important role in the use of banking services, but human resources specialists in the banking system also have such a role, due to their expertise, knowledge and involvement in explaining the benefits of using Artificial Intelligence and digital products in the banking financial system. In this article, the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) was used to show the impact of internal variables (the role of human resources specialists in the banking system) and external variables (Artificial Intelligence and innovation of digital products), TAMspecific PU and PEU, on the intention to continue using Artificial Intelligence in the banking financial system. The results indicated that innovative digital products and the role of human resources in the use of Artificial Intelligence, PU and PEU have a positive and direct impact on the intention to use Artificial Intelligence in the financial system. All research hypotheses have been fulfilled, indicating that Artificial Intelligence has an important role in the Romanian banking financial system among young consumers. The paper contributes to the development of the banking financial system by using Artificial Intelligence, highlighting the importance of human resources, TAM and PLS-SEM specialists in this field.
DEVELOPMENTS AND CHALLENGES REGARDING THE EUROPEAN CAPITAL MARKETS INTEGRATION PROJECT
Authors:   National Bank of Romania, Radu Beatrice
Published: June 2024

The concept of a Capital Market Union exerts significant influence over debates within the European Union. Achieving a Capital Market Union is seen as a means of fostering deeper integration, promoting economic growth, and encouraging sustainable investments. This paper explores the status of the project regarding the Capital Market Union, focusing on key developments, challenges, and potential impacts on the financial system of the European Union. The evidence presented emphasize the role of the Capital Market Union in providing alternative financing channels, reducing fragmentation, and diversifying investment opportunities within the European Union. Although progress was made, the Capital Market Union faces a multitude of challenges that affect its efficiency and sustainability. These include regulatory barriers, divergent national practices, geopolitical uncertainties, and the impact of COVID-19 on market dynamics. Furthermore, the potential impact of a fully accomplished Capital Market Union is considered, including its effects on economic stability, risk management, and the global competitiveness of the European Union. The analysis also addresses implications for market participants, investors, regulatory authorities, and the broader socio-economic context within the European Union. Ultimately, the paper underscores the importance of the Capital Market Union as an accelerator for integration and financial resilience, while acknowledging the complexity and obstacles that require concerted efforts from political decision-makers, financial institutions, and market participants. Continued dialogue, proactive measures, and a shared vision are needed to navigate current crises and address issues related to the Capital Market Union, ultimately promoting a stronger and more interconnected European capital market.
UNRAVELING THE NEXUS BETWEEN DIGITAL BANKING TRANSACTIONS AND BANK PROFITABILITY: INSIGHTS FROM TURKEY'S DEPOSIT BANKS
Authors:   Tarsus University, Mersin, Turkey, Zengin Bekir
Published: June 2024

This study estimates the relationship between digital banking transactions and bank net profit through regression analysis using the data of deposit banks in Turkey between 2011 and 2021. The data from 11 Turkish banks are analyzed with the least squares method (OLS) in the Stata package program. For this purpose, the relationship between digital banking transactions and bank net profit is estimated by constructing three models. In the first model, online banking transactions have a positive effect on bank profitability. The number of internet banking customers, the number of Automated Teller Machine (ATM), and the number of Point of Sale (POS) are found to have a negative effect on net profit, but these coefficients are not statistically significant. In the second model, mobile banking transactions have a positive effect on bank net profit. ATM has a positive and statistically significant effect on bank net profit, while the number of POS has a negative coefficient on bank net profit, but this coefficient is not statistically significant. In the third and last model, the digital banking transactions have a positive effect on the net profit of the bank. ATM and POS numbers have a negative effect on bank net profit, but these coefficients are not statistically significant. In conclusion, both internet and mobile banking transactions have a positive effect on bank profits in Turkey. Digital banking transaction, which is a combination of internet and mobile banking transactions, is also found to have a positive effect on bank profits. Additionally, it has been revealed that internet banking services contribute more to bank profits than both mobile and digital banking services.
O itinerário e o pluralismo terapêutico das práticas integrativas e complementares em saúde: estudo teórico
Authors: Costa Natali Nascimento Gonçalves , Peixoto Marcelo Torres , Barreto Rejane Santos , Souza Simone Santos , Moraes Lusicleide Galindo da Silva , Servo Maria Lúcia Silva
Published: June 2024

Estudo teórico e descritivo, buscou um diálogo orientado por bibliografias em campos da política, antropologia, sociologia e da filosofia, e tem como objetivo historicizar e discutir sobre aspectos que permeiam a itinerância e pluralidade das Práticas Integrativas e Complementares em Saúde, considerando a Atenção Primária à Saúde e o Sistema Único em Saúde. A discussão foi organizada a partir de três pontos chaves: Concepções de saúde, doença e cura no Brasil: um breve histórico até a moderna medicina científica; O itinerário das Práticas Integrativas e Complementares em Saúde na Atenção Primária; Pluralismo terapêutico das Práticas Integrativas e Complementares em Saúde. Enquanto recursos terapêuticos, as Práticas Integrativas e Complementares em Saúde, tem alcance à prevenção de doenças e a recuperação da saúde, por meio de uma escuta acolhedora, do desenvolvimento do vínculo terapêutico e da integração do ser humano consigo mesmo, com o meio ambiente e com a sociedade.
Contato pele a pele, operacionalização de práticas de educação na saúde: relato de experiência
Authors: Lacerda Emanuella Pereira de , Oliveira Amanda Silva de , Silva Bianca Vieira da , Bogéa Andréa Fabíola Costa , Albernaz Julia Oliveira , Lisboa Livia Anniele Sousa , Ribeiro Fabiano Rossi Soares , Dourado Suzana Portilho Amaral
Published: June 2024

Objetivo relatar a experiência de enfermeiros obstétricos, no planejamento e na operacionalização de ações de educação na saúde sobre contato pele a pele na primeira hora de vida. Metodologia Estudo descritivo, tipo relato de experiência, realizada pelos enfermeiros obstétricos de uma Maternidade de Alta Complexidade no Maranhão, com a equipe de enfermagem, acadêmicos de enfermagem e de medicina, no período de 01 de julho de 2023 a 30 de setembro de 2023. Resultados os enfermeiros obstétricos como preceptores também desempenharam um papel importante na modelagem de comportamentos profissionais. Eles demonstraram empatia, respeito e sensibilidade cultural no cuidado com as gestantes, parturientes e recém-nascidos, incentivando os alunos a adotarem uma abordagem centrada no paciente em sua prática futura. Incentivaram ainda os alunos a se envolverem em projetos de pesquisa e inovação relacionados ao contato pele a pele. Discussão é fundamental compreender a importância do contato pele a pele na primeira hora de vida de recém-nascidos de parto normal e a relevância da atuação dos enfermeiros obstétricos no planejamento e na operacionalização de ações de educação na saúde com a equipe multiprofissional. Considerações finais assim, a importância da educação em saúde, consistiu em discussões entre sujeitos e profissionais, de modo diferenciado na transmissão de informações, na qual o estímulo e orientações realizadas por enfermeiros obstétricos e acadêmicos, sobre o contato pele a pele e a amamentação ainda no quarto PPP.
A contribuição da regionalização da merenda escolar para o crescimento econômico do interior do estado do Amazonas e a sustentabilidade
Authors: Silva José Walmir Monteiro da
Published: June 2024

A busca por modelos regionais de desenvolvimento sustentável tornou-se um grande desafio da atualidade, principalmente em razão da necessidade de construção de redes integradas de trabalho que se contraponham aos impactos negativos ocasionados pela globalização, como a aniquilação de pequenos negócios locais, por exemplo. Contra isso, uma das alternativas adotadas pelo poder público foi a regionalização de parte da merenda escolar, visando, dentre outras, fomentar a produção local e a geração de emprego e renda nas comunidades rurais desprovidas de grandes investimentos. Assim este artigo se destina a analisar se o Programa de Regionalização da Merenda Escolar do Governo do Estado do Amazonas contribui para o crescimento econômico sustentável do interior do Estado, visando, principalmente, verificar se o cardápio servido nas escolas estaduais é regionalizado tanto em relação aos produtos consumidos quanto aos produtores e fornecedores contratados. A pesquisa é de cunho qualitativo e quantitativo, e se estrutura a partir da análise de relatórios e documentos legais relativos à operacionalização do Programa, no ano de 2021, como aspectos legais, licitações, valores aplicados e a respectiva localização espacial das pessoas físicas e jurídicas contratadas para tal, além de outros índices econômicos. Verificou-se que, apesar de contribuir para a melhoria das condições econômicas de várias comunidades rurais, o Programa carece de ajustes, posto que, a maior parte dos recursos aplicados e dos fornecedores contratados concentrou-se na Região Metropolitana de Manaus, deixando de beneficiar quase dois terços dos municípios do interior do estado do Amazonas.
Comparação entre a Terapia Fotodinâmica e Luz Ultravioleta na descontaminação de escovas dentais - estudo experimental in vitro
Authors: Nascimento João Victor Menezes do , Teófilo Bruna Rios , Oliveira Larissa Mendonça de , Carvalho Luana Feitosa de , Lima Rafaela Silva e Souza , Rocha Márcia Maria de Negreiros Pinto , Lima Danilo Lopes Ferreira , Pereira Sérgio Luis da Silva
Published: June 2024

As escovas dentárias promovem a remoção dos biofilmes bacterianos alojados nas superfícies dentais e tecidos da boca, tornando-se contaminadas por microrganismos e atuando como meio de sua proliferação e transmissão. O objetivo do presente estudo foi avaliar o efeito da terapia fotodinâmica e da luz ultravioleta na descontaminação de escovas dentárias. Cinquenta pacientes adultos, entre 20 e 55 anos, portadores de gengivite crônica, fizeram escovação dentária três vezes ao dia, por um período de sete dias, quando então foram recolhidas para o processo de descontaminação. As escovas dentárias foram divididas igualitariamente em cinco grupos: Controle – sem descontaminação; LED – descontaminação com fotopolimerizador; UV – descontaminação com luz ultravioleta; Laser – descontaminação com luz laser e LaserC – descontaminação com luz laser associada ao corante. As mesmas foram imersas durante trinta segundos em tubos de ensaio contendo Brain Heart Infusion (BHI), que foram colocados na estufa a at 37oC durante 24 horas. O grupo UV não foi capaz de reduzir a contaminação bacteriana; o grupo LaserC apresentou menor nível de turvação e sedimento (p<0,05), bem como uma menor distribuição percentual de tipos morfotintoriais (p<0,05). Desta forma, a terapia fotodinâmica associada ao corante azul de metileno contribuiu para a redução da contaminação bacteriana das escovas dentárias.
Arte/Educação, conhecimento e cultura para uma educação inclusiva e interativa
Authors: Lemos Solange Vieira , Lerro Luiz Daniel , Botoni Edna Issler , Leandro Cleide Neris
Published: June 2024

Neste artigo, é apresentada uma análise sobre o papel fundamental da Arte/Educação no processo de alfabetização de estudantes do Ensino Fundamental. Explorando a interseção entre a Arte e a educação, discutimos como o ensino da Arte pode impactar positivamente a compreensão das diferentes formas de expressão artística e da diversidade cultural entre os alunos. Destacamos a importância de uma abordagem interdisciplinar, que integre a Arte ao currículo escolar, não apenas como uma disciplina isolada, mas como uma ferramenta essencial para promover uma educação mais inclusiva e contextualizada. Ao mergulhar nas teorias educacionais, analisamos o papel da Arte na formação integral dos estudantes, enfatizando sua capacidade de estimular a criatividade, sensibilidade cultural e consciência global. Por meio desta análise, buscamos evidenciar como a Arte/Educação pode contribuir significativamente para o desenvolvimento acadêmico e pessoal dos alunos, preparando-os para os desafios do mundo contemporâneo. Propomos que a integração efetiva da Arte no contexto educacional pode não apenas enriquecer o processo de aprendizagem, mas também cultivar habilidades essenciais para uma participação ativa e reflexiva na sociedade.