bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Users' Concerns and the Internet of Things (IoT) Risk Beliefs
Authors: Sargent Carol Springer , Koohang Alex , Svanadze Salome
Published: October 2024

This paper builds a prediction model with four predictor variables and one dependent variable. The predictor variables are users' concerns about IoT privacy, users' concerns about IoT security, users' concerns about IoT awareness, and users' concerns about IoT device use. The dependent variable is users' IoT risk beliefs. The prediction model determines the influential predictor variables that predict the users' IoT risk beliefs. An instrument with five constructs was designed and administered to subjects working in various organizations in the USA. Collected data from 386 usable data were analyzed through multiple regression analysis. The analysis was used to answer the study's research question, which asked which of the four independent/predictor variables are influential in predicting the dependent variable. Results indicated that all four predictor variables were influential in predicting users' IoT risk beliefs, with IoT security concerns more influential than the other three. The findings, theoretical implications, practical implications, and future work are discussed.
Investigating the Debonding of Aluminum and Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (Al-CFRP) in Type-III Filament-Wound Composite Vessels Subject to Temperature Variations
Authors: Hassan Md Rahat Al , Arai Yoshio , Miyakawa Yuzuki , Araki Wakako , Kurosawa Akimoto , Sasaki Noriyuki , Ohbuchi Tomoyuki , Iijima Takafumi
Published: October 2024

In this work, nitrogen gas inside cooling experiments of CFRP and GFRP wound composite pressure vessels were carried out. Teflon sheet inserted axisymmetric artificial defects in Al-CFRP interface and without any defect composite vessels were manufactured. Thermocouples were positioned at various points on the exterior of the GFRP hoop surface to track the extent of temperature changes during the cooling test. Destructive cutting and optical microscopy were used to observe the post-cooling Al-CFRP interface morphology at defective locations of composite vessel specimens, revealing the propagation of Al-CFRP interface delamination. Furthermore, a comparative analysis was carried out on an additional set of composite vessels under identical cooling conditions, and a burst test was performed to assess the impact of Al-CFRP debonding on the magnitude of burst pressure. Interestingly, the results indicated no significant difference in the burst pressure between vessels with and without the pre-introduced defect post-cooling.
Investigating the Mechanical Enhancement of Epoxy Composites with Human Hair
Authors: Yaiphuak Thawatchai , Inglam Samroeng , Wongwaitongtee Udom , Naronglerdrit Prasitthichai , Dagnaud Adrien , Wanchat Sujin
Published: October 2024

This study examines the utilization of human hair as a reinforcing material in epoxy-based composites. By conducting a series of experiments, the research investigates how various proportions of hair impact the properties of these composites. The results indicate that increasing the amount of hair significantly improves the strength of the materials. This research not only contributes to material engineering by repurposing a waste product but also holds potential for applications in industries such as automotive and aerospace where strong and lightweight materials are crucial.
Polystyrene Novel Composites with Enhanced Thermal Stability and Improvised Conductivity
Authors: Rehman Shafi Ur , Javaid Sana , Shahid Muhammad , Rashid Badar , Ahmad Fawad
Published: October 2024

Polymers having thermal stability and thermal conductivity are taken as the hot cake in the market these days. Manufacturing industries are focusing over the functional polymers with thermal management in aviation, electronics and other heat sink applications. In this research, general purpose polystyrene (GPPS-550P) is melt extruded with modified boron nitride powder. The fabricated composite samples showed an increase of 67.43% in thermal conduction. An increase of 56 multiple also achieved in thermal stability of the newly developed composite. This might be a tangible addition to the industrial word for developing functional polymers that offers stability and heat management applications synergistically.
Acknowledgement to reviewers
Authors: Office Editorial
Published: October 2024

No abstract available.
A systematic review of problematic gaming: Escapist strategy to cope with difficult life situations
Authors: Sinha Snigdha , Sharma Manoj Kumar , Narayanan Gitanjali , Kashyap Himani , Shreedevi AU , Tadpatrikar Ashwini
Published: October 2024

Gaming as an increasingly common phenomenon and is frequently used as a coping mechanism during difficult life situations, such as grief and bereavement. This coping usually takes place as an avoidant, escapist strategy, which can lead to problematic or excessive gaming, with harmful outcomes. The aim of this study was to review and collate findings from literature on gaming use as an escapist coping strategy during difficult life situations. A systematic review was carried out with the use of the databases such as PubMed, Google Scholar, Research Gate, and APA PsycNet, where English language studies published in peer-reviewed journals were perused. The full text of the studies selected were then reviewed and suitability for the present study was checked with the eligibility criteria. Out of the 35 texts fully reviewed, 18 studies were finalised that fit the eligibility criteria, and out of these, three themes were derived – “Problematic online gaming and difficult life situations”, “Problematic online gaming, coping and escapism ”, and “Types of gaming”, which demonstrated the psychosocial perspective on gaming used as a coping mechanism for difficult situations. This association is further affected by the type of gaming, whether Massive Multi-player Online Role Playing Games (MMORPG) or otherwise. The aetiology (life situations as a causative factor) and manifestation (gaming used for coping), along with the type of gaming were significantly affected by personal and social factors. The study showed findings that support the view of gaming as an escapist coping strategy in difficult life situations. It is therefore important to look into provisions for better social support and individuals’ psychosocial environment while evolving interventions that enhance coping among gamers.
İslam İktisat Düşüncesinde Kadının Konumu ve Çalışma Hayatındaki Yeri Üzerine Sosyal Ağ Analizi
Authors: Çoban Sümeyye , Çelikkaya Süha
Published: October 2024

Bu çalışmada Web of Science veri tabanı üzerinden 1977- 2024 yılları arasında yapılan, SCI, SSCI ve AHCI atıf indekslerinde yer alan “women in Islam” “women’s work in Islam”, “women in working life”, “women employment”, “Islamic countries women employment”, “women in Islamic economics” ve “Islamic feminism” anahtar kelimeleri taratılarak elde edilen 558 adet çalışma bibliyometrik olarak incelenmiştir. Sonrasında VOSviewer programı aracılığıyla sosyal ağ analizi yapılarak yazar atıf analizi, kurum, yazar ve ülke iş birlikleri, anahtar sözcük analizi haritalandırılarak görselleştirilmiştir. Çalışmada ulaşılan sonuçlara göre bu konuda yapılan çalışmaların 2010’lu yıllardan itibaren artış gösterdiği görülmektedir. En fazla kullanılan anahtar kelime islami feminizm olarak karşımıza çıkmaktadır. “Women in Islamic economics” ifadesi ile yapılan herhangi bir çalışmaya rastlanmamış olması İslam iktisadı alanında kadın konulu çalışmaların alanda henüz yeterince yapılmadığının bir göstergesi olarak kabul edilebilir.
The Relationship Between Nursing Students' Perceptions of Individualized Care and Quality of Care: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study
Authors: Köse Tosunöz İpek
Published: October 2024

This study aims to evaluate nursing students' perceptions of individualized care and quality of care and examine the relationship between them. The population of this descriptive, cross-sectional study consisted of 2nd, 3rd, and 4th-year students (n=416) who were enrolled in the nursing department of a state university. The sample consisted of 275 nursing students. Data were collected online between April and May 2022 using the "Student Information Form", “Individualized Care Scale- Nurse (ICS-A Nurse)” and “Caring Behaviors Inventory-24 (CBI-24)”. Data was analyzed using the Independent samples t-tests, ANOVA, correlation analysis, and regression analysis. The CBI-24 and ICS-A total mean scores were 5.01±0.58 and 4.12±0.53, respectively. The most commonly perceived barrier to providing individualized care was “communication problems”. The ICS-A was found to explain approximately 42.6% of the variance in students' CBI-24 mean score (p
DÉFICIT CERO Y FINANCIACIÓN AUTONÓMICA Y LOCAL
Authors: Vallés Ferrer José
Published: October 2024

El autor expone sus dudas sobre que el déficit cero, como riguroso criterio español para la consolidación presupuestaria, no tenga perversas consecuencias sobre el Estado del Bienestar. Tras ello, nos habla de la necesidad de armonización fiscal ante la diversidad de formas que reviste la descentralización en Europa. Finalmente nos muestra las posibilidades de un camino de gestión mixta que reduzca, las tensiones entre déficit cero y convergencia social, e incremente la calidad del servicio público. SUMARIO: 1. Déficit cero: ¿un falso debate?. 2. La financiación del gasto público. 2.1. Financiación autonómica y local. 2.2. ¿Hacia un modelo asimétrico? 3. La convergencia social en España. 4. Los nuevos modelos de gestión y financiación. 4.1. Liberalización. 4.2. La participación privada en la financiación de infraestructuras 5. Comentario final. Bibliografía.
Safety Assessment on the Proposed Inclusion of Up to 75% Inert Copper in a PARNUT Bolus (RP2059)
Authors:   Food Standards Agency,   Food Standards Scotland
Published: October 2024

An application was submitted to the Food Standards Agency in May 2023 to extend the scope of the conditions of use associated with an existing feedstuff for particular nutritional purposes (PARNUT).

Intraruminal boluses can be used to provide a long-term supply of trace elements and vitamins to grazing animals, specifically ruminants with functional rumen. Under this use, they are classified as a PARNUT. Up to 20% inert, non-bioavailable iron can be added to the bolus as a means to increase density and ensure that the bolus is retained in the reticulum of the animal. The applicant proposed the inclusion of up to 75% inert, non-bioavailable copper in a bolus as an alternative to iron.

To support the Food Standards Agency (FSA) and Food Standards Scotland (FSS) in evaluating the dossier, the Advisory Committee on Animal Feedingstuffs (ACAF) were asked to review the dossier and the supplementary information from the applicant.

The FSA/FSS concluded, based on the ACAF’s advice, that copper in a bolus ballast is inert and that leaching of copper into the rumen is highly unlikely. The copper in a bolus ballast is not bioavailable to the animal, therefore the risk of toxicity to target animals and consumers is low. The use of up to 75% inert copper as an alternative to up to 20% inert iron in a PARNUT bolus poses no additional risk to the target animals, consumers, users or the environment.

The views of the ACAF have been taken into account in the safety assessment which represents the opinion of the FSA and FSS.
Safety Assessment on the Safety and Efficacy of an Additive of 6-Phytase (VTR-Phytase) as a Feed Additive for All Avian Species and All Pigs (RP1026/1027)
Authors:   Food Standards Agency,   Food Standards Scotland
Published: October 2024

An application was submitted to the Food Standards Agency in April 2021 from Victory Enzymes GmbH (‘the applicant’) for the new authorisation of an additive (VTR-phytase) containing 6-phytase, under the category ‘zootechnical additives’ and functional group ‘digestibility enhancers’. The additive is proposed to be used at an inclusion rate of 500 U/kg of complete feed (12% moisture) for all avian species and all pigs.

To support the Food Standards Agency (FSA) and Food Standards Scotland (FSS) in evaluating the dossier, the Advisory Committee on Animal Feedingstuffs (ACAF) were asked to review the dossier and the supplementary information from the applicant.

The FSA/FSS concluded, based on the ACAF’s advice, that the additive was correctly characterised. No conclusion could be reached on the stability and homogeneity of the product. No further concerns were raised for Section II of the dossier.

The additive can be considered safe for the target species, consumers and the environment. The active substance is non-irritant to the skin and eyes, but the additive should be regarded as skin and respiratory sensitiser. Given the high dusting potential of the powder formulation, it is advised to limit user/worker exposure through inhalation.

VTR-phytase has the potential to be efficacious for all avian species, sows and pigs for fattening, and is efficacious in piglets when used at the proposed dose of 500 U/kg of complete feed with 12% moisture. Conclusions can be extrapolated to all Suidae at the corresponding developmental level.

The views of ACAF have been taken into account in the safety assessment which represents the opinion of the FSA and FSS.
Fen Bilimleri Öğretmenlerinin İstihdam Sürekliliği: Özel Okul Yöneticilerinin Öğretmenlerden Beklentileri ve Öğretmenleri Kurumda Tutma Yolları
Authors: Kuş Gürbey Sümeyya , Büyük Uğur , Saraçoğlu Sibel
Published: October 2024

Eğitim hizmeti, devlet okullarının yanı sıra özel kişi veya kuruluşlar tarafından açılan okullarda da sunulmaktadır. Devlet kadrolarına atanamayan veya özel kurumlarda çalışmak isteyen lisans programı mezunu öğretmenler, genellikle özel okullarda görev yapmayı tercih etmektedir. Türkiye’de 2021-2022 eğitim ve öğretim yılında özel okul sayısı 14179’a yükselmiş ve bu okullarda toplam 163975 öğretmen istihdam edilmiştir. Ancak özel okullarda istihdam edilmek kadar işte kalmanın yani istihdamın sürekliliğinin de önemli olduğu unutulmamalıdır. Bu çalışmanın amacı, özel okullarda fen bilimleri öğretmenlerinin istihdam sürekliliğini sağlayan kriterleri belirlemektir. Bu bağlamda, özel okul yöneticilerinin kurumlarında çalışan fen bilimleri öğretmenlerinden beklentileri, çalışan öğretmenleri ile yeniden çalışmaya karar verme noktasında dikkate aldıkları kriterler ve öğretmenleri kurumda tutma yolları araştırılmıştır. Çalışma, nitel bir yöntem olan fenomenolojik desen ile yürütülmüştür. Veriler, çalışma grubunu oluşturan 10 özel okul yöneticisi ile yapılan yarı yapılandırılmış görüşmeler sonucunda toplanmıştır. Elde edilen veriler içerik analizi ile incelenmiştir. Analizler sonucu kod ve kategoriler oluşturulmuştur. Araştırma sonucunda özel okulların kurumlarında çalışan fen bilimleri öğretmenlerinden beklediği yeterlikler çerçevesinde özel alan bilgisi, fen bilimleri dersi öğretim programını uygulayabilme becerisi, iletişim becerisi ve kendini geliştirme becerisinin ön plana çıktığı görüşmüştür. Özel okullar genellikle öğrenci başarısını artıran, öğrenci ve veli memnuniyetini sağlayan ve iş ahlakına sahip fen bilimleri öğretmenleri ile tekrar çalışmak istemektedirler. Kurumlar gelecek dönem tekrar çalışmak istedikleri öğretmenler için çoğunlukla maaşlarında artış yapmayı ve öğretmenlerinin manevi doyum sağlamalarını desteklemeyi planlamaktadır. Çalışma ile ulaşılan sonuçlar neticesinde özel okullarda istihdam edilmek isteye fen bilimleri öğretmenlerine; Pedagojik alan bilgisi, öğretim yöntemleri ve teknikleri, eğitim teknolojilerinin kullanımı ve iletişim becerisi gibi alanlarda yeterlik sahibi olmaları yönünde öneriler sunulmuştur.
Resfebe Etkinliklerinin 4. Sınıf Öğrencilerinin Sosyal Bilgiler Dersinde Eleştirel Düşünme Becerilerine Etkisinin Değerlendirilmesi
Authors: Kuruoğlu Fatih , Demir Mehmet Kaan
Published: October 2024

Resfebe etkinliklerinin 4. sınıf öğrencilerinin Sosyal Bilgiler dersinde eleştirel düşünme becerilerine etkisini araştırmak amacıyla yapılan bu araştırma doğrultusunda Çanakkale ili Biga ilçesinde bulunan bir ilkokuldan 4 tane 4. sınıf öğretmeni ve öğrencileri çalışma grubu olarak seçilmiştir. Sınıfların seçimi 4 yıldan bu yana aynı öğretmenle eğitim görme durumuna göre yapılmıştır. Seçilen 4. sınıf öğrencilerine 8 ders saati, öğretmenlerine ise 2 ders saati boyunca araştırmacılar tarafından resfebe eğitimi verilmiştir. Öğrencilerle gerçekleştirilen deneysel süreç öncesinde ve sonrasında öğrencilere Demir (2006) tarafından geliştirilen Eleştirel Düşünme Ölçekleri, öğretmenlerine ise araştırmacılar tarafından hazırlanan görüşme formu uygulanmış ve veriler analiz edilmiştir. Daha sonra programa aktarılan ham veriler kodlama yapılarak kategorilere ulaşılmıştır. Ulaşılan bu kategoriler altında veriler sınıflandırılarak anlamlı hale dönüştürülmüştür. Bazı katılımcıların dikkat çekici görüşleri olduğu gibi sunulmuştur. Araştırma sonuçlarına göre öntest-sontest farkına bakıldığında resfebe eğitimi 4. sınıf öğrencilerinin eleştirel düşünme-analiz becerilerini ve eleştirel düşünme-değerlendirme becerilerini geliştirmiştir. Bununla birlikte eleştirel düşünmenin alt becerileri olan çıkarım yapma, yorumlama ve açıklama becerileri ile özdüzenleme becerilerinde öğrencilerde öntest-sontest farkına bakıldığında anlamlı bir fark ortaya çıkmamıştır. Yapılan çalışmada kullanılan Eleştirel Düşünme Ölçeklerinin toplam puanları açısından öntest ve sontest sonuçları karşılaştırıldığında Resfebe eğitimi sonrası öğrencilerin eleştirel düşünme becerilerinde anlamlı düzeyde bir artış gerçekleştiği görülmüştür. Araştırmanın nitel boyutunda ise sınıf öğretmenleriyle gerçekleştirilen görüşme sonuçlarına göre resfebe eğitimi sonrası 4. sınıf öğrencilerinin yorumlama ve çıkarımda bulunma, ayrı ayrı değerlendirme ve çıkarım konusunda, özgün sonuçlar ortaya koyabilme, ayrıntıcı ve dikkatli olma, bağlantıları daha çabuk fark etme ve farklı çıkarımlarda bulunma konularındaki becerileri ön plana çıkmaktadır. Aynı şekilde resfebe eğitimi öğrencilerin özgün yorumlar yapabilme, ayrıntılı düşünme, analiz yapma, sentez becerileri ve kendi yorumlarıyla ifade etme yetenekleri ön plana çıkmıştır.
Implementasi Strategi Marketing Mix Syariah pada Produk Obu Jamu di CV. Dua Laba Batam dan Manfaatnya
Authors: Choiruddin Choiruddin , Widana IGN Oka , Amelia Amie , Yandri Pitri
Published: October 2024

This study aims to investigate the implementation of the sharia marketing mix strategy on CV. Two Profits in Batam City for OBU Jamu products and their benefits for the surrounding community. Using a qualitative approach and case studies, this study involves an in-depth analysis of the sharia marketing strategy implemented by CV. Two Profits, including in the aspects of product, price, distribution, and promotion. The basic concept of sharia marketing and the characteristics of OBU Jamu products are also the focus of this research. Through interviews, observations, and document analysis, this study found that CV. Dua Laba has successfully implemented a sharia marketing strategy on their OBU Jamu products well. Packaging that is in accordance with sharia principles, fair and transparent pricing, distribution through channels that are in accordance with sharia principles, and promotions that prioritize sharia values are integral parts of their marketing strategy. The impact of this implementation is also felt by the surrounding community, including increased awareness of sharia products, local economic empowerment, and positive social and cultural impacts. The results of this study contribute to the understanding of sharia marketing in the context of the herbal medicine industry in Indonesia, as well as provide insights for other companies that want to implement sharia marketing strategies. Practical recommendations are also recommended for CVs. Dua Laba and other stakeholders in optimizing the implementation of sharia marketing strategies on their OBU Jamu products.
Determinación de la fuerza necesaria mediante experimentación para doblar tubo de cédula 40
Authors: González Uribe Iván , Gutiérrez Lonche Liliana , Pérez Moreno Romy , Patricio Macias Ivonne
Published: October 2024

El proceso de doblado de tubo consiste en deformar el material de forma plástica aplicando cargas de flexión en el elemento hasta sobre pasar la cedencia del mismo. Los ensayos mecánicos de flexión ayudan a determinar las propiedades de un material, propiedades que sirven para realizar el diseño de diversos equipos que se requiera. Adicionalmente, con este tipo de pruebas se puede determinar la carga máxima que logra soportar un elemento sometido a este ensayo. En este Proyecto específicamente, se realizarán pruebas mecánicas de ensayos de flexión en tubo. De este estudio se pretende determinar la fuerza que supere el esfuerzo de cedencia de un tubo de material acero 4130, cédula 40 y de 25 mm de diámetro. Para realizar este proceso, es necesario diseñar probetas con las características especificadas bajo norma ISO 8491. Esto se realiza como apoyo al equipo BAJA SAE UAM-A, para su participación en la competencia con el mismo nombre. Adicionalmente, para realizar el ensayo mecánico se tuvieron que realizar adaptaciones en el cabezal de la máquina Instron, así como diseñar apoyos que permitan soportar la probeta para el estudio. Después de realizar el ensayo se obtuvieron las propiedades mecánicas del material y con esto se determinó la fuerza necesaria para doblar el tubo sin producir defecto alguno. Este estudio servirá como base para realizar el diseño mecánico de una dobladora de tubos con accionamiento por sistema hidráulico en trabajos futuros, que servirá de apoyo para realizar el doblado de tubo para la competencia BAJA SAE.
Understanding Xenophobia in Bangladesh:Social Media Representation of China with Regard to the COVID-19 Pandemic in Early 2020
Authors: Rahman Harisur , Weiwei Zhou , Siddiqi Bulbul , Jianbin Guo , Zafar Tata
Published: October 2024

With the advent of COVID-19, social media mediated news, misinformation, disinformation, rumors, and viral content related to China and COVID-19 spread to every nook and cranny of the world, including Bangladesh. What types of media content (such as text, video, audio, and meme) associated with China and COVID-19 were circulated on social media in Bangladesh? How effective were the Chinese media outlets and information in countering anti-China rhetoric and propaganda related to COVID19 in Bangladesh? Drawing on Norman Fairclough’s critical discourse analysis (CDA), we analyze Bangladeshi social media content related to China and COVID-19 that surfaced on Facebook and YouTube between January and June 2020 and advance some plausible answers to the above questions.
Komunikasi Antar Budaya di Era Globalisasi: Tantangan dan Peluang
Authors: Khotimah Ulfa Khusnul , Widianarti Tantry , Sari Shinta Aulia , Fauziah Silfiah , Nurbaiti Siti
Published: October 2024

Dalam era globalisasi yang terus berkembang, komunikasi antar budaya semakin penting dalam hubungan internasional. Sukses dalam menghadapi kompleksitas global yang semakin terhubung bergantung pada komunikasi yang efektif antara individu dan organisasi dari latar belakang budaya yang berbeda. Dengan munculnya media komunikasi dan TI, interaksi lintas budaya telah dipercepat. Ini telah memungkinkan pertukaran ide dan ekspansi pasar. Tetapi globalisasi juga membawa masalah, seperti perbedaan bahasa, norma, dan nilai, yang dapat mengganggu komunikasi bisnis. Tujuan dari artikel ini adalah untuk mengidentifikasi perubahan yang terjadi dalam komunikasi antar budaya sebagai akibat dari globalisasi, serta tantangan yang muncul dan solusi untuk mereka. Penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa kesadaran budaya, pendidikan antarbudaya, dan keterbukaan dalam menghadapi perbedaan sangat penting untuk mencapai komunikasi yang efektif dan harmonis di seluruh dunia. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode studi pustaka atau library research.
A SUPREMA CORTE E O PLENÁRIO VIRTUAL SOLUÇÃO OU PROBLEMA PARA OS PRECEDENTES TRIBUTÁRIOS
Authors: Magalhães de Paula Júnior Fradique , Geraige Neto Zaiden , Isaac David Borges
Published: October 2024

Buscando garantir a isonomia nas decisões judiciais o ordenamento jurídico brasileiro, que adotou o sistema civil law, baseado na predominância do legislado, vem adotando, notadamente no CPC/2015 ferramentas típicas do sistema de commom law, destacando o sistema de precedentes, aumentando sua atuação, com a preocupação em relação ao respeito com as decisões judiciais proferidas pelos Tribunais, notadamente os Tribunais Superiores. Assim, verificando um aumento dos precedentes tributários no Supremo Tribunal Federal e simultaneamente a ampliação do plenário virtual para julgamento de casos complexos, buscou através deste estudo analisar os erros e acertos desse sistema no intuito de ampliar o debate e busca sua evolução.
REPERCUSSÕES PRÁTICAS DA LIMITAÇÃO DO VOTO DE QUALIDADE NO CARF
Authors: Przepiorka Michell , Branco Leonardo Ogassawara de Araújo
Published: October 2024

O art. 28 da Lei nº 13.988/20, fruto da conversão da Medida Provisória nº 899/19 em lei, restringiu drasticamente o âmbito de aplicação do voto de qualidade nas decisões do Conselho Administrativo de Recursos Fiscais (Carf). Atualmente, discute-se a constitucionalidade da norma em diversas ações diretas de inconstitucionalidade, bem como a extensão de sua aplicabilidade, limitada por portaria editada pelo Ministério da Economia. O presente artigo discute as atuais polêmicas em torno de sua aplicação.
O DIREITO FUNDAMENTAL À COISA JULGADA E A INEXIGIBILIDADE DO TÍTULO EXECUTIVO: UM ENFOQUE SOB A PERSPECTIVA PROCESSUAL TRIBUTÁRIA
Authors: Bruno Nogueira Rebouças  , Marcos Paulo Passoni  , Carlos Henrique Raguza
Published: October 2024

O presente ensaio trata das hipóteses do art. 515, §1º e 12, 14 e 15 do Código de Processo Civil. A relação entre a decisão declaratória de inconstitucionalidade proferida pelo STF em controle concentrado e a coisa julgada material formada, em outros processos individuais ou coletivos, antes, durante ou depois dessa decisão do STF. A decisão declaratória de inconstitucionalidade terá o condão de desfazer ou não a qualidade da coisa julgada proferida em outras demandas, a depender da época de sua produção.
RATIO DECIDENDI, OBITER DICTUM, ADEQUAÇÃO E DISTINGUISHING: A (DES)NECESSIDADE DE SE APLICAR O ENTENDIMENTO FIRMADO NO TEMA N. 69 DA REPERCUSSÃO GERAL (NÃO INCLUSÃO DO ICMS NA BASE DE CALCULO DO PIS E DA COFINS) AO TEMA REPETITIVO B. 1.008/STJ (INCLUSÃO D
Authors: Christoff Rafael Gomes Freitas
Published: October 2024

O Brasil adotou o sistema jurídico do civil law em razão do processo de influência dos países europeus continentais. Todavia, caminhando para a globalização, o sistema jurídico brasileiro passou a adotar o sistema de precedentes, importado do common law. Nesse contexto, os precedentes judiciais se fizeram presentes no direito brasileiro. Surgiu, portanto, a necessidade de interpretá-los e compreender seu conteúdo, que abarca a ratio decidendi e o obiter dictum. Ademais, surgiu, a necessidade de se estudar a adequação de um precedente ou sua distinção. O presente artigo busca analisar, portanto, as razões de decidir do Tema n. 69 da Repercussão Geral, que entendeu pela não inclusão do ICMS na base de cálculo do PIS e da COFINS, na tentativa de correlacioná-lo ao Tema Repetitivo n. 1.008/STJ, que entendeu pela inclusão do ICMS na base de cálculo do IRPJ e da CSLL, quando apurados no lucro presumido. Assim, debate-se a necessidade de se aplicar ou não a tese firmada pelo STF, refletindo sobre a necessidade de reprodução obrigatória do precedente.
A UTILIZAÇÃO DE LARGE LANGUAGE MODELS NA TOMADA DE DECISÕES JUDICIAIS TRIBUTÁRIAS À LUZ DO DEVIDO PROCESSO LEGAL
Authors: Daniel de Paiva Gomes  , Eduardo de Paiva Gomes
Published: October 2024

O processo de tomada de decisão, sob a perspectiva jurídica e a nível de processo judicial, lida com as lacunas do Direito, evidenciando que a busca pela verdade absoluta é ineficaz. A fixação da melhor ou da única interpretação possível lida com questões axiológicas ínsitas a cada intérprete e sobre as quais pouca transparência existe. É nesse contexto que se insere a inteligência artificial generativa por meio de large language models. Tem se, assim, “linguagem sobre linguagem”, já que o ser humano apreende a realidade por meio de atos de consciência, convertendo a (a realidade) em algo passível compreensão por um modelo de inteligência artificial. Um LLM (large language models) não chegará a uma única ou à melhor decisão para o caso concreto. Ao invés disso, auxiliará na tomada de uma decisão razoável, com a publicização do mapa mental ou gráfico de conhecimento axiológico envolvido no processo interpretativo, permitindo o conhecimento quanto aos inputs fornecidos pelo magistrado na tomada de decisão. Um sistema dessa natureza se prestará a (i) conferir transparência aos valores que influenciam a confecção da “protodecisão” e que poderão ser mantidos ou rechaçados na decisão final; (ii) bem como retirará ruídos que, sob a perspectiva psicológica, ainda que não sejam valores, também afetam o processo de tomada de decisão. O presente artigo procura apresentar uma leitura crítica sobre a utilização dos chamados LLM na tomada de decisão em matéria tributária.
DIREITO DE COMPENSAÇÃO DOS PREJUÍZOS FISCAIS NAS HIPÓTESES EM QUE A PESSOA JURÍDICA É EXTINTA
Authors: Gabriel Bez Batti
Published: October 2024

O objetivo deste artigo é apontar as razões jurídicas e econômicas para autorizar a compensação dos prejuízos fiscais nas hipóteses em que a pessoa jurídica é extinta.
A Challenge to Solve Complicated Nonlinear Differential Equations in the Engineering Fields and Basic Sciences by New Approach AKLM
Authors:   Department of Civil Engineering and Chemical Engineering, Germany, Akbari M R , Akbari Sara ,   Department of Pharmaceutical Technical Assistant ,Dr Kurt Blindow Vocational School, Germany, Kalantari Esmaeil ,   Department of Chemical Engineering, University of Germany
Published: October 2024

In this manuscript, we claim that many complicated applied problems in nonlinear differential equations can be answered analytically.And as far as the researchers know, the application of analytical (not numerical) solution in the field of engineering and basic sciences is very important.These virgin methods can be successfully applied in various engineering fields such as mechanics (solid, fluid,heat and mass transfer), electronics, petroleum industry, designing chemical reactors, and also in applied sciences, economics and so on. It is worth noting that these methods are convergent at any form of differential equations, including any number of initial and boundary conditions. During the solution procedure, it is not required to convert or simplify the exponential, trigonometric and logarithmic terms, which enables the user to obtain a highly precise solution This method can be very valuable in solving engineering and basic science problems, and even economics, as a result, we present this method in this article for academic researchers.
QSAR Study of 4-Benzylpyridinone Derivatives: Non-Nucleoside Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors
Authors:   Basic and Clinical Research Group of the Universidad del Sinú, Universidad del Sinú, School of Medicine, Cartagena de Indias, Colombia, Morales-Bayuelo Alejandro
Published: October 2024

To study a series of derivatives of 4-Benzylpyridinone with inhibition activity on inverse transcriptase of HIV-1 using computational tools and bioinformatics. A Linear Regression Model (LRM) associated that anti-HIV-1 activity was obtained. This model was correlated with charge on nitrogen atom at the position 3 of 4-BP structure and the total energy of molecule. The LRM was statistically significant with p-value < 0.001, R2 = 0.9006, and a cross validation coefficient of R2cross = 0.8482. A discriminating analysis classified the molecules as active and inactive with high predictive power. In addition, six new molecules based on theoretical analysis were proposed as anti- HIV-1 activity candidate to be synthesized. An equation model that relates the anti-HIV-1 activities of molecules studied was obtained. This model depends basically of two molecular descriptors, the charge on the nitrogen atom in the position 3 and total energy. The charge on the nitrogen atom descriptor gives us an idea of more active site of the molecule while the energy is related with on overall stability of the molecule.
Global Stability Indices of the Transmission and Bilinear Control Functions for Tobacco Smoking Epidemic
Authors:   Department of Mathematics, University of Cross River State (Unicross), Calabar, Nigeria, Bassey Bassey Echeng , O Ewona Igwe ,   Department of Physics, University of Cross River State – (Unicross), Calabar, Nigeria, Henry Adagba Odey ,   Department of Industrial mathematics and Applied Statistics Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki, Nigeria, Bassey Delphine Rexson ,   Department of Botany, University of Calabar, Calabar, Nigeria
Published: October 2024

Background: The seeming insurmountable effect of tobacco-smoking, coupled with intense laxity by society towards the avalanche consequential effects of tobacco-smoking consumption and the yet-to-be-available mathematical model for comprehensive treatment of multiple effects of tobacco-smoking, necessitated this present investigation. The present research arguably presented an insight into the global stability indices of not just the impact of smoking transmission but explicitly demonstrated the methodological application of designated bilinear control functions in the presence of screening techniques for the eradication of consequential effects of smoking and tobacco consumption. Methods: The model explored deterministic 6-subpopulations, formulated using first-order differential equations. System interactions was investigated using bilinear control functions with system well-posedness established. Furthermore, system smoking generation number for both off- and onsettreatment scenarios was determined. Analytic predictions for both local and global indices explored second additive compound matrix in conjunction with Lozinski measure . Numerical simulations evolved Runge-Kutta of order of precision 4 in a Mathcad surface. Results: Accompanying simulations indicated protracted initial asymptomatic saddle period of smoking infection for t f < 140 days under the off-treatment scenario. Inducement of bilinear control functions under screening method yielded drastic reduction to near zero within the first t f < 80 days as vindicated by the exponential rejuvenation of potential smokers. Conclusion: Investigation concludes that eradication of consequential effects of tobacco-smoking is achievable provided both smokers, tobacco companies and the governments implement concurrently, the application of designated bilinear control functions the world over. Immensely, the study exhibits mutual benefits to the society and scientists in the field of Bio-mathematics and epidemiologists.
ЎЗБЕКИСТОН РЕСПУБЛИКАСИДА ОПТИМАЛ СОЛИҚ ЮКИ ВА ИҚТИСОДИЙ ЎСИШ МАСАЛАЛАРИ
Authors: Отабеков Отажон
Published: October 2024

Mаqоlаdа Fаrg‘оnа vоdiysining geоgrаfik jоylаshuvi, vоdiy оilа urf-оdаtlаri vа qаdriyаtlаrining о‘zigа xоs milliy mentаl xususiyаtlаri bаyоn qilingаn. Vоdiy turmush-tаrzi, oila urf-odatlari va qadriyatlarining transformatsiyasi va uning ijtimoiy jarayonlarda namoyon bo‘lish xususiyatlari ilmiy mаnbааlаr аsоsidа tаhlil qilingаn.
ИБН ХАЛДУННИНГ ИҚТИСОДИЁТГА ТАВСИЯЛАРИ
Authors: Худойназаров Фахритдин
Published: October 2024

Ушбу мақолада Ислом иқтисодиётида Ибн Халдун тавсиялари ҳақида сўз юритилиб, иқтисодиёт фани мутахассисларнинг қарашлари ва хориж тажрибалари ўрганилган.Унда банк-молия тизимидаги муаммоли вазиятлар, нодавлат банкларни тартибга солиш бўйича илмий-услубий, амалий таклиф ва тавсиялар келтирилган.
Physical environment and blood glucose level of diabetic patients: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Yesi Hasneli  , Dedi Afandi  , Elda Nazriati  , Nofrizal
Published: October 2024

Objective: To determine the correlation between physical environment and blood glucose levels in diabetic patients.Method: The quantitative, cross-sectional study was conducted from July to October 2022 at the Rejosari Pekanbaru Community Health Centre, Indonesia, and comprised diabetic patients of either gender with a disease history of at least 3 years. Environmental temperature was considered acceptable at 18-20°C, while environmental light was considered acceptable at 60-120 lux. Random blood glucose level <60mg/dL was taken as low, 70-130 mg/dL normal, and >140 mg/dL high. The correlation between physical environment and blood glucose level was worked out. Data was analysed using SPSS 20.Results: Of the 125 subjects, 89(71.2%) were females and 36(28.8%) were males. There were 45 patients aged 56-65 years and 11(8.8%) were aged <11 years. Overall, 90(72%) patients had high random blood sugar and 35(28%) had normal level. The disease duration was <5 years in 79(63.2%) cases and >5 years in 46(36.8%). Of the 80(64%) patients who lived in anunacceptable living room temperature, 63(78.8%) had high random blood glucose levels (p=00042). Of the 73(58.4%) patients who lived in an unacceptable living room light, 59(80.8%) had high random blood glucose (p=0.016).Conclusion: A significant effect of temperature and light was found on blood glucose levels in diabetic patients.Keywords: Diabetes, Temperature, Light, Glucose.
Neurodivergence resource bank showcase
Authors: Clark Karen , Dettmer Jennie
Published: October 2024

An awareness of neurodiversity is important for educators as there has been an increase in the number of neurodivergent students accessing higher education (HE) in recent years (HESA, 2022). Additionally, universities have a legal obligation under the Equality Act 2010 to provide anticipatory reasonable adjustments to reduce barriers to learning (Equality Challenge Unit, 2010).
In this wildcard session, the authors presented the journey of the ALDinHE Neurodiversity/ Inclusivity Community of Practice (CoP). They invited new members to become involved with the CoP. CoPs are ‘socially configured spaces that necessarily involve learning as an aspect of membership’ (Tummons, 2018, p.4). Community members can become involved by joining the bi-monthly meetings, hosting a session on a topic they are passionate about, or reviewing submissions for the Neurodivergence Resource Bank.
The session offered delegates the chance to explore the Neurodivergence Resource Bank. This open-access repository is available through ALDinHE’s website, meaning all HE staff can access the resources. This is key as all HE staff ‘should be aware of inclusive teaching practices, to ensure an equitable learning experience for all students’ (Dettmer and Welton, 2023, p.64). Participants gave feedback on the submissions. They were also encouraged to submit their resources to it. This session explained how to submit resources and the benefits of evidencing impact for professional development.
I'm a chatbot, ask me anything: using ChatGPT to improve learning experiences
Authors: Pickard-Jones Beverley , Thomson Sarah , Baines Stephanie , Otermans Pauldy
Published: October 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers substantial opportunities and challenges in higher education. Given the evolving technological landscape, educators must ensure that students acquire a skill set encompassing both AI and traditional academic skills to enable them to succeed in their studies and future careers. We tested two groups of students, who each watched a recorded lecture on an unfamiliar topic. The first group used ChatGPT to ask questions and clarify content during the lecture, while the second group used Google search for the same purpose. We assessed the impact of these tools on the students’ cognitive load (germane and extraneous) and measured active learning through the number of questions students asked. We also used a post-test quiz, covering the breadth of Bloom’s Taxonomy, to evaluate the efficacy of each method. We expected that students using ChatGPT would experience lower extraneous cognitive load, higher germane cognitive load, and would learn content more effectively. Qualitative results demonstrated a notable preference for chatbots over search engines, due to the ease of locating specific information and obtaining insightful responses. Our findings suggest the potential of AI as a transformative tool in education, helping to enhance and deepen learning, while ensuring students retain ownership of their critical and creative processes. Leveraging the potential of AI and large language models may also serve a broader purpose: by personalising learning experiences to match individual students’ language skills, experience levels, and needs, AI may bridge the gap between the tailored support students want and the practical constraints that educators face.
Artificial intelligence: how have Learning Developers engaged?
Authors: Coulson Kate , Hooley Zara , Barton Carlene , Hancock-Smith Bev , Dowds Jo , Allen Steph , George-Briant Kerith
Published: October 2024

The ALDinHE Artificial Intelligence (AI) Community of Practice (CoP) was established in the summer of 2023. It has an international membership of over 200 Learning Developers. The CoP meets monthly to discuss an AI-related topic. Since its inception, topics have included organisational approaches to AI, AI in assessment, maths and statistics, and the use of AI in Learning Development tutorials. The group is keen to create an opportunity to share current projects, approaches, and thinking.
This wildcard session replicated a world café-style event on a smaller scale. It required a large room. Tables were hosted by colleagues from Abertay University, Bournemouth University, De Montfort University, the University of Manchester, the University of Northampton, and Spurgeon’s College. Each host led a 15-minute session, sharing their AI-related project with delegates seated around the table, which included a short presentation followed by an opportunity for delegates to share their views and exchange ideas. After 15 minutes, the delegates moved to another table. Within the hour, the delegates rotated around three tables.
It was hoped that delegates would attend the session to expand their understanding of AI. Delegates who use AI in their day-to-day work had an opportunity to share their experiences, while delegates who were less experienced could expand their understanding and discuss with their peers the challenges and opportunities that AI brings to Learning Development.
Building tomorrow's learning landscape through AI integration and development in higher education
Authors: Wilson-Rochford Shivani , Alice May
Published: October 2024

Birmingham City University (BCU) has responded proactively to the evolving landscape of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) in higher education by creating written guidance and workshops for staff and students. This initiative addresses prevalent concerns surrounding AI in education and is rooted in a sector report assessing the positions of higher education institutions (HEIs) and offering guidance on effective integration of GenAI use in teaching and assessment.
Our project carries several impactful aspects, including written guidance and workshops for staff and students, which reflects BCU’s dedication to addressing common concerns surrounding GenAI in education. Furthermore, the multi-agency collaborative approach brings diverse perspectives to the table. The different perspectives enable us to tailor our learner development offer through knowledge of curriculum and assessment in a particular discipline and whether that discipline is more susceptible to GenAI use than others. The insights from learner developers in creating student guidelines ensure the project is attuned to the needs and concerns of the student body, promoting a student-centred approach.
This session focused on an institutional take on GenAI through the collaborative development of staff and student guidance at BCU. The presentation outlined the new AI staff and student guidance project and discussed how effective integration of GenAI education has been implemented at BCU. It also noted positive influences of GenAI through our new staff and student workshops which bring together existing and new knowledge around academic integrity and assessment literacy. Finally, it highlighted next steps around AI integration for the Education Development Service at BCU.
Addressing psychological barriers to student learning: our role as learning developers
Authors: McKay Jane , Langford Anne-Marie
Published: October 2024

Since the launch of ALDinHE’s Health Community of Practice (CoP) in 2021, members have been sharing practice ideas and resources via monthly activities. One activity that stimulated particular interest related to the topic of psychological barriers to student learning (i.e. low confidence, anxiety, perfectionism and imposter syndrome) and how, as learning developers, we might address these. Although healthcare students may be particularly vulnerable to these kinds of issues (Bogardus et al., 2022), they are on the rise among all students (Curran and Hill, 2019). Therefore, it is pertinent to consider how they infiltrate learning development practice and how they can best be supported. The purpose of this workshop was firstly, to explore the professional boundary issues that this may raise, and secondly, to share and explore practice possibilities. This involved showcasing ideas from the aforementioned Health CoP activity and drawing on relevant research. In doing so, we aimed to open up a wider discussion about how learning development spaces can foster emotional growth and provide takeaways that participants can apply to their own practice.
Developing a three-strand approach to playfulness in learning development
Authors: Denby Michelle , Zelibe Sam
Published: October 2024

In this presentation, we outlined the development of a new Academic Skills Service at Oxford International Education Group, which, whilst supporting students from seven university-based international colleges, implemented a three-strand approach to playfulness in learning development. The presentation focused on three examples of playful approaches:

The use of digital and traditional game-based learning within otherwise performance-driven classes.
The creation of playful spaces in the form of extracurricular cross-college book and Maths movies clubs. 
The development of a gamified Moodle learning system through activity badging and levelling up.

 
These initiatives reflect current research regarding the value of playful approaches in student learning and in counterbalancing a predominantly performance-driven higher education environment (Langan and Smart, 2018; Whitton, 2018; Forbes, 2021). Firstly, game-based learning can increase student enjoyment, motivation, and participation in the learning process and promote social belonging (James and Nerantzi, 2019; Forbes, 2021). Secondly, online book/Maths clubs can operate as playful spaces where student learning is supported in a positive social environment and creativity and risk-taking become part of the learning process (Whitton, 2018; James and Nerantzi, 2019; Forbes, 2021). Thirdly, although the gamified Moodle learning system relies on extrinsic rewards, which reflect the performance-led ethos of HE (Nørgård, Toft-Nielsen and Whitton, 2017), it can also increase student motivation in completing learning activities.
This presentation proposed that learning development departments, whilst supporting student outcomes and the student experience, may encounter fewer performance-led constraints compared with programme-based delivery, enabling the utilisation of playful approaches that are otherwise underused in HE.