bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Geomorphological Development of the Country of Týn nad Vltavou, Southern Bohemia
Authors: Mazáčová K. , Přibyl V. , Chrobok J. , Kepková B. , Král V. , Kunský J.
Published: January 2024

For this country has been made a geomorphological map in the field scale of 1 : 25000, given here in diminished scale. The geological structure of this peneplenised country is formed by folded and faulted paragneises, migmatitic gneises with smaller veins of different types of granitic vein-rocks. Remnants of the tertiary lake deposits, reduced by denudation, form sands, gravels and clays of miocene and pliocene age. The oldest surface form of this country is south-bohemian peneplain with monadnocks, of the upper-cretaceous age. The surface of the peneplain lies between 450 m a. s. l. in the north and 490 m in the south of the country. Erosion of the rivers Vltava and Lužnice and their brook-affluents with asymetric widely spaced valleys reduced the peneplain into narrow stripes of NNW and NW directions. Parts of the river valleys and most of brook valleys are tectonically predisposed. The widespread form of the country are denudational long gentle slopes (1°-6°) resulting from the denudation of the peneplain. They have isolated cover of tertiary sediments and of pleistocene loess-loams. The penneplain is covered with weathering loams with poor remants of fossil weathering products. Steeper slopes are in the valleys and on the monadnocs crests. On the gentle denudational slopes are from place to place remnants of denudational plains as lowered and reduced remnants of the peneplain. There are also some structural plains on the tertiary deposits. Both great rivers of the country, Vltava and Lužnice, are bordered by erosional and aggradational terraces somewhere preserved only as recuded terraces with residual pebbles. From the level of 51-56 m above river level upwards there are denudated river terraces of pliocene and miocene age. The lower ones, the pleistocene river terraces form a system of 7 main levels, connected with the system of river terraces of the rivers Vltava and Labe in the middle Bohemia. This system of terraces of Vltava and Lužnice in the Týn country is given on the table on the page 324 and on the longitudinal diagramme-section, with the numerical and geometrical representation of the thickness of the terrace aggradational sediments with the bases and surfaces of the terraces, or only with the bases or surfaces of the denudated terrace-remnants.
Surfactant Therapy in Meconium Aspiration Syndrome: A Case Report
Authors: Dyatmika Tanaya Putu Wahyu , Ida Ayu Sri Kusuma Dewi  , Nyoman Ananda Putri Prashanti
Published: January 2024

Background: Meconium aspiration syndrome (MAS) is one of many causes of respiratory distress in newborns. Data regarding MAS in Indonesia is still very limited, but a study revealed MAS is related to a high mortality rate. The latest study revealed surfactant therapy is related to better clinical outcomes in MAS cases. This study aimed to present a case of a baby with meconium aspiration syndrome given bolus surfactant therapy.

Case presentation: A day-old baby was referred to our emergency department with respiratory distress, delivered by cito caesarean section due to cephalopelvic disproportion with premature rupture of membranes. The baby didn’t cry immediately; bluish skin and green amniotic fluid were found. The baby was already intubated from the referring hospital, and the physical examination revealed rales on both lungs with severe work of breath. Chest radiography revealed patchy opacities in the right lung hemisphere, suggesting MAS. Echocardiography revealed a small patent ductus arteriosus, and head ultrasonography revealed mild brain oedema. The baby received bolus bovine surfactant therapy at 16 hours of age, delivered through an endotracheal tube. Clinical improvement was observed, and supplementary oxygen was reduced gradually. The baby was able to maintain good oxygenation without supplemental oxygen by day 12th and was able to breastfeed and drink from the bottle. He was discharged with good condition.

Conclusion: Surfactant therapy can become a safe and effective treatment modality in MAS. Further study is still needed regarding time, method, and types of surfactants used in MAS management.
Kemampuan Mahasiswa Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar dalam Merancang Kegiatan Praktikum: Studi Kasus Mahasiswa Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar FKIP UPR
Authors: Ni'mah Fatchiyatun , Anggi Ristiyana Puspita Sari  , Maya Mustika  , Laila Rahmawati
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis kemampuan mahasiswa PGSD dalam merancang percobaan sederhana untuk siswa SD kelas atas pada mata pelajaran IPA. Sampel yang digunakan yaitu mahasiswa prodi PGSD semester 2 yang terdiri dari 51 mahasiswa. Instrumen yang digunakan berupa tes tulis berupa esai. Mahasiswa diminta untuk merancang percobaan untuk topik pembelajaran IPA untuk kelas tinggi sekolah dasar. Berdasarkan hasil analisis data, dapat dikatakan bahwa kemampuan mahasiswa merancang kegiatan praktikum dengan cukup baik (71,37), dengan skor tertinggi ada pada komponen memilih alat dan bahan (77.5), sedangkan terendah ada pada komponen merencanakan prosedur percobaan (63.5)
Hubungan Antara Status Gizi Dengan Tingkat Kebugaran Jasmani Siswa SMA Negeri 1 Kahayan Hilir Kabupaten Pulang Pisau
Authors: Cukei Cukei , Bernisa Bernisa , Siskaevia Siskaevia
Published: January 2024

Kebugaran jasmani merupakan kemampuan seseorang untuk melakukan kegiatan sehari-hari dengan optimal tanpa mengalami kelelahan yang berarti dan masih mempunyai cadangan tenaga untuk melakukan aktivitas berikutnya. Dalam kebugaran jasmani ada beberapa faktor yang mempengaruhi yaitu faktor internal dan ekstenal. Faktor internal antara lain adalah genetik, umur, jenis kelamin sedangkan faktor eksternal adalah status gizi, aktivitas fisik, kebiasaan olahraga dan lain-lain.Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara status gizi dengan tingkat kebugaran jasmani siswa di SMA Negeri 1 Kahayan Hilir Kabupaten Pulang Pisau. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian korelasional dengan desain penelitian non-eksperimen. Populasi dalam penelitian ini adalah siswa SMA Negeri 1 Kahayan Hilir Kabupaten Pulang Pisau dengan besarnya populasi 280 siswa dan sampel penelitian ini adalah kelas X, kelas XI kelas IPS dan XII-IPA dengan jumlah 79 siswa, dimana teknik yang digunakan untuk pengambilan sampel adalah stratified random sampling. Instrumen pada penelitian ini menggunakan pengukuran status gizi berdasarkan Indeks Massa Tubuh menurut Umur (IMT/U) sedangkan untuk mengukur tingkat kebugaran jasmani menggunakan instrumen tes MFT (Multistage fitness test). Untuk analisis data yang digunakan adalah Koefisien korelasi gamma.Dari hasil perhitungan statistik menunjukkan value sebesar 0.227 dan sig sebesar 0.564, hal ini menunjukkan bahwa sig (0.564) > alpha 0.05 yang berarti bahwa H0 diterima dan H1 ditolak. Dengan demikian dapat ditarik kesimpulan bahwa tidak ada hubungan yang signifikan Antara status gizi dengan tingkat kebugaran jasmani siswa di SMA Negeri 1 Kahayan Hilir Kabupaten Pulang Pisau, karena ada beberapa faktor lain yang berpengaruh terhadap tingkat kebugaran jasmani misalnya aktivitas fisik dan kebiasaan berolahraga.
Correlation between the ECB Pandemic Policy and the STOXX Europe 600 Sector Performance Sensitivity
Authors: Hütteroth Alexander , Budinský Petr
Published: January 2024

In 2022 European equity markets lost some of their value, led by high-growth sectors, which generally have a significantly higher growth rate. The prevailing academic opinion is that the European Central Bank's monetary policy during the COVID-19 pandemic is a key reason and the financial and the technology sectors are defined to be particularly sensitive to interest rates. In this context, a performance sensitivity analysis for the STOXX Euro 600 sectors on European Central Bank interest rates from 2020 to 2022 will be investigated based on the assumption of a significant interest rate sensitivity. The objective is achieved with a Pearson correlation and linear regression. The results confirm a correlation for the selected sectors, indicating a potential general sensitivity for the entire investigation period. On this basis, further research on sectors and variables such as inflation and a comparison with Fed interest rates and the S&P 500 is recommended.
Service Packaging and Guest Hotel Selection in Umuahia, Abia State
Authors: Onyeonoro C.O. , Aji R.U. , Imoagene, G. , Ohia P.N.
Published: January 2024

The study examined the Service packaging and guest hotel selection in Umuahia, Abia State. The objectives of the study are; To examine the influence of core service packaging on guest hotel selection, to determine the influence of convenience service packaging on guest hotel selection, to examine the influence of supportive service packaging on guest hotel selection and to identify the factors affecting service packaging in hotel operations. To achieve the objective of the study, survey research design was adopted. The researcher adopted primary data in getting the required information through the use of structured questionnaire. The population of the study is infinite owing the fact that the total number of hotel customer cannot be ascertained. The sample size of the study is 196 after adopting infinite formula. In analyzing the data, simple descriptive statistics was used. The findings revealed that Core service packaging has a significant influence on guest hotel selection in hotel. The findings also revealed that convenience service packaging has a significant influence on guest hotel selection in hotel. Also supportive service packaging has a significant influence on guest hotel selection in hotel. The study recommends that hotels should invest more on service packaging and ensure that their staff are well trained on service delivery, this will help in enhancing customer patronage in hotels. Also, Hotels should time to time carry out performance evaluation to acknowledge and possibly reward the best performance staff in the area of service delivery. That would help in improving service packaging thereby improving customer patronage.
Uso del Lírio Acuático Eichhornia Crassipes en la Elaboración de Lombricomposta para Producir Plántulas de Hortalizas
Authors: Ramírez Leyva Jorge Alberto , Portillo Vega Edwing , Román Figueroa Arely , Ramírez Leyva Yaritzi Ximena
Published: January 2024

Eichhornia crassipes representa una situación de riesgo ambiental en la laguna negra de Tixtla, por ser una planta altamente invasora, los terrenos de siembra en tiempos de lluvias son invadidos, en la época de estiaje, cubre los suelos en los que se establecen los diversos cultivos; la producción de abonos orgánicos es una alternativa que permite darle un uso ecológico a este problema obteniendo lombricomposta. El objetivo fue determinar la viabilidad de esta planta como materia prima para producir abono orgánico en mezcla con otros residuos, así como su efecto en la producción de plántulas de hortalizas a partir de un diseño aleatorio de 5 tratamientos y 4 repeticiones con 20 unidades experimentales en la altura de plantas a 10 y 15 días después de nacidas. La altura de plantas a 15 días de nacida se vio significativamente influenciada con los materiales que no contienen estiércoles en su composición, ejerciendo en las mezclas de lirio con residuos orgánicos un efecto en la germinación y crecimiento de las plántulas. Los tratamientos correspondientes a 50% lirio acuático con 50% residuos de mercado, 100% lirio acuático y la mezcla de 25% lirio con 25% papel reciclado y residuos de hojarascas, han obtenido las mejores alturas de plantas con 13.5, 12.00 y 9.5 centímetros de altura de planta a 15 días después de nacida, respectivamente. Lo cual significa que a medida que requiere nutrición, los abonos orgánicos liberan dichos nutrientes de manera eficaz.
Inteligencias Múltiples y las Implicaciones en el Aula de Clase: Una Revisión de Literatura
Authors: Rodriguez Gil Ariel , Cerrud Álvarez Franklin , González Samudio Shirley Liz
Published: January 2024

Las inteligencias múltiples son un modelo de comprensión de la mente que involucra la agrupación de conjuntos autónomos de capacidades. En el aula, conlleva la necesidad de trabajar desde un enfoque que fomente y desarrolle las potencialidades presentes en los estudiantes, por lo que implica diversificar, diseñar actividades y tareas que aborden diferentes tipos de inteligencia, de igual forma, fomentar la colaboración, el uso de recursos visuales y espaciales, además de la inclusión de actividades musicales y de expresión corporal. Este estudio está orientado a fundamentar las aportaciones que se han hecho en los últimos siete años, en las diversas áreas del conocimiento de las inteligencias múltiples, especialmente en sus implicaciones en el aula de clases. Se realiza una revisión bibliográfica en la base de datos SCOPUS y el apoyo de Google Scholar. Los hallazgos permiten identificar publicaciones significativas en distintas disciplinas enfocadas hacia el contexto educativo. Se concluye que, para la asimilación de las inteligencias múltiples en el aula de clases, es necesario comprender que son estructuras desarrolladas en distintos niveles, que influyen en la enseñanza y aprendizaje y rendimiento académico de los estudiantes, afectando positiva o negativamente su proyección en sociedad.
La Escuela y Familia en Procesos de Escolarización Durante la Pandemia por COVID-19
Authors: Zaldívar Carrillo Miguel Erasmo , Romero García Eréndira , García Morales Izcóatl Tlacaélel , Cabrera Romero Anyli Yagashala
Published: January 2024

Este artículo aborda el problema educativo de las condiciones de distanciamiento obligado por la COVID-19. La pandemia llegó inesperadamente y ni la escuela ni la familia estaban preparadas para desafiar el proceso de escolarización, garantizando, como mínimo, criterios de ayuda eficaces que permitieran a los estudiantes avanzar y mejorar el proceso de aprendizaje. Considerando que lo que se conoce como proceso de enseñanza-aprendizaje dejó de serlo durante la educación a distancia. Debido a que la familia en un alto porcentaje que aceptó las tareas escolares no estaba capacitada para enseñar con criterios científicos pedagógicos. El trabajo aquí presentado explora algunos aspectos teóricos y algunas rutas que podrían ayudar a la familia y a los docentes a conducir un proceso educativo acorde a las condiciones sociales e históricas actuales.
Canasta alimentaria normativa: perspectivas actuales e implicaciones para la salud pública en Venezuela
Authors: Gutiérrez Ever , Rivera Débora , Sánchez Sigfrido
Published: January 2024

La Canasta Alimentaria Normativa (CAN) es un instrumento estratégico de planificación y seguimiento, que impacta el ámbito económico (fijación del salario mínimo SM y del umbral de la pobreza relativa), la seguridad alimentaria y la salud pública. El objetivo fue describir la evolución histórica de la CAN en Venezuela, contrastando su valoración económica respecto al SM durante el período 1990 – 2023. Tipo de estudio: Descriptivo. Se empleó la CAN del Instituto Nacional de Estadísticas/Instituto Nacional de Nutrición (INE/INN) y su comparación con la canasta del Centro de Documentación y Análisis Social de la Federación Venezolana de Maestros (CENDAS – FVM). Los valores mensuales de la CAN y del SM se recalcularon a dólares USA, de acuerdo con la tasa de cambio oficial. No se incluyó evaluación de la estructura interna, ni sus expresiones en términos de aporte de energía y nutrientes. Resultados: Desde 1990 hasta el año 2015, se requirieron entre 1,0 y 1,8 SM y entre 0,6 y 1,7 Ingresos Mínimos Legales (IML) para acceder a la CAN. Para el año 2023 se requirieron hasta 78,3 SM y 51,6 IML. El valor promedio de la canasta del CENDASFVM fue superior al valor de la CAN INE/INN, en una proporción de 1,7: 1. Conclusiones: la CAN resultó sensible en identificar los cambios y tendencias de su estimación económica, en el ambiente inflacionario venezolano. El uso de sus resultados está sujeta a cierto grado de discrecionalidad política.
Análise da correlação entre miastenia gravis e o desenvolvimento de tireoidopatias: uma revisão integrativa
Authors: Menezes Thiago Lobo , Prata Tiago Tabosa
Published: January 2024

Em decorrência da possibilidade de associação com outras doenças autoimunes e da repercussão clínica que tais patologias podem acarretar na vida do paciente, esta revisão integrativa tem como objetivo avaliar o status de coexistência entre a Miastenia Gravis (MG) e o desenvolvimento de tireoidopatias. O protocolo PRISMA norteou a pesquisa, sendo selecionados 8 artigos, publicados entre 2015 e 2023 nas bases de dados SciELO, PubMed, Science Direct e BVS. As variáveis de análise obtidas dos estudos foram a relação fisiopatológica entre MG e o desenvolvimento de tireoidopatias, seus aspectos clínicos e fatores de risco. De acordo com a literatura, as doenças tireoidianas, sobretudo as autoimunes, são mais prevalentes em pacientes com MG do que na população geral, estando presente a maioria dos anticorpos anti-tireoidianos neste grupo. Quanto aos fatores de risco, um portador de alguma doença autoimune torna o paciente mais suscetível ao desenvolvimento de outros processos autoimunes, sendo, portanto, necessário uma avaliação minuciosa e recorrente do paciente. Por fim, as similaridades clínicas entre a MG e as DAITs podem fazer com que haja uma sobreposição patológica, dificultando o correto diagnóstico das doenças, o que pode levar a gravidade da doença e falha no tratamento.
Practice of physical-sports activities for athletes of the Ecuadorian Federation of Sports with Visual Impairment: an integral approach for inclusion and performance
Authors: Perlaza Estupiñan Alex Arturo , Ortega León María Virginia , Romero Ibarra Orlando Patricio , Alvarez Vera Erika Katherine
Published: January 2024

This study addresses a fundamental issue in the field of sports: the inclusion of athletes with visual impairment in Ecuador and how a comprehensive approach in the practice of physical activities and sports can improve both the inclusion and performance of these athletes. The objective of the article is to promote a comprehensive approach in the practice of physical activities and sports for athletes with visual impairment in Ecuador, in order to promote their full inclusion in the sporting arena and improve their athletic performance. The importance of promoting the inclusion of people with visual impairment in sports is highlighted, underlining the physical and psychological benefits that this process can provide. Then, the current situation of visually impaired athletes in Ecuador is analyzed and the obstacles they face to fully participate in physical and sporting activities are identified. Various strategies and programs that can be implemented to improve the inclusion and performance of athletes with visual impairment in Ecuador are explored. These include adapting sports facilities, training coaches and health professionals, and promoting an inclusive mindset in society. In conclusion, the article advocates for a comprehensive approach in the practice of physical-sports activities for athletes of the Ecuadorian Federation of Sports with Visual Impairment, emphasizing that inclusion and performance are not mutually exclusive goals, but can coexist and benefit each other.
Methodological strategies to reinforce the teaching of mathematics in the baccalaureate in science at the Isabel de Godin Educational Unit
Authors: Soto Moreno Angel Marcelo
Published: January 2024

The Ministry of Education of Ecuador, considering that the quality of education is in line with the competencies of the 21st century, implements four interdisciplinary competencies: communicational, mathematical, socioemotional and digital, through which it aims to improve teaching in a comprehensive manner. This article shows the review of literature related to the methodological strategies to reinforce the teaching of mathematics, considering developmental thinking. The 21st century skills, which transform traditional teaching methods, are coupled to these competencies. A bibliographic research considers several sources related to the proposed objectives, the scientific method is considered and a participative observation, which allows to know in a direct way the information for its study.
CREATIVE PROCESSES OF EMOTIONAL IMAGES: THE EFFECTS OF ASPECT RATIO ON THE EMOTIONAL AND AESTHETIC PROPERTIES OF IMAGES
Authors: Kuzinas Arvydas , Pilkauskaitė-Valickienė Rasa , Poškus Mykolas Simas
Published: January 2024

Proportions are one of the primary components of successful image composition during the visual art creation process, which, in turn, is determinant of the variety of effects of images on the viewer, including emotional reactions, attention, and aesthetic preference. The importance of image width and height ratio is especially visible in the current trend to adopt the widest possible screens in a variety of modern creative media applications: photo, video, computer games, etc. In the present study emotional and aesthetic evaluations of the three most popular aspect ratios that are used in digital media devices were compared. This was achieved by assessing emotional arousal and valence ratings together with the interest and appeal evaluations of realistic photos presented in 4:3, 16:9, and 21:9 aspect ratios. The results demonstrated that the widest images did not have an inherent advantage – photos presented in the mid-wide aspect ratio of 16:9 could be considered as more effective, because they were rated as evoking the most positive emotional reactions and as the most liked pictures. This demonstrated that single design features can have an independent emotional effect, which needs to be considered in visual design aiming to evoke emotional reactions to the viewer.
Diagnosis of Circumstellar Matter Structure in Interaction-powered Supernovae with Hydrogen Line Features
Authors: Ishii Ayako T. , Takei Yuki , Tsuna Daichi , Shigeyama Toshikazu , Takahashi Koh
Published: January 2024

Some supernovae (SNe) are powered by the collision of the SN ejecta with dense circumstellar matter (CSM). Their emission spectra show characteristic line shapes of combined broad emission and narrow P Cygni lines, which should closely relate to the CSM structure and the mass-loss mechanism that creates the dense CSM. We quantitatively investigate the relationship between the line shape and the CSM structure by Monte Carlo radiative transfer simulations, considering two representative cases of dense CSM formed by steady and eruptive mass loss. Comparing the Hα emission between the two cases, we find that a narrow P Cygni line appears in the eruptive case but does not appear in the steady case due to the difference in the velocity gradient in the dense CSM. We also reproduce the blueshifted photon excess observed in some Type IIn SNe, which is formed by photon transport across the shock wave, and find the relationship between the velocity of the shocked matter and the amount of blueshift of the photon excess. We conclude that the presence or absence of narrow P Cygni lines can distinguish the mass-loss mechanism and suggest high-resolution spectroscopic observations with λ/Δλ ≳ 104 after the light-curve peak for applying this diagnostic method.
Nature versus Nurture: Revisiting the Environmental Impact on Star Formation Activities of Galaxies
Authors: Shi Ke , Malavasi Nicola , Toshikawa Jun , Zheng Xianzhong
Published: January 2024

We present a systematic study of the environmental impact on star formation activities of galaxies using a mass-complete sample of ∼170k galaxies at z < 4 from the latest COSMOS2020 catalog. At z < 1, we find that the mean star formation rate (SFR) of all galaxies decreases with increasing density of the environment. However, when we only consider star-forming galaxies, the mean SFR becomes independent of the environment at z < 1. At z > 2, we observe a clear positive correlation between the SFR and the density of the environment for all the galaxies. On the other hand, the stellar mass of the galaxies increases significantly with the environment at all redshifts except for star-forming galaxies at z < 1. The fraction of quiescent galaxies increases with increasing density of the environment at z < 2, and the morphology–density relation is confirmed to be present up to z ∼ 1. We also find that environmental quenching is negligible at z > 1, whereas mass quenching is the dominant quenching mechanism for massive galaxies at all redshifts. Based on these results, we argue that stellar mass-regulated physical processes might be the major driving force for star formation activities of galaxies. At low redshift (z < 1) massive galaxies are quenched primarily due to their high mass, resulting in a normal SFR–density relation. At high redshift (z > 2) most of the galaxies are star-forming ones tightly following the star-forming main sequence, and the difference in their stellar mass in different environments naturally leads to a reversal of the SFR–density relation.
Attitude of medical doctors to adverse drug reactions reporting in Bulgaria
Authors: Sidjimova Dobriana , Benisheva Tatyana , Topalova Vili , Petkova Valentina
Published: January 2024

Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs) pose a challenge for medical doctors (MDs) and other healthcare professionals (HCPs). Serious ADRs increase patient morbidity and mortality and generate a large financial footprint on healthcare costs.

Statistics show that about 6% of hospitalizations are due to ADRs and over 50% of them could be avoided. Two years after introducing the pharmacovigilance (PhV) requirements in the European Union, national regulatory PhV requirements were published in the Bulgarian pharmaceutical legislation. Nonetheless, MDs‘ awareness of the PhV topic still remains extremely important due to patient safety.

Spontaneous reporting of ADRs is essential to the success of a pharmacovigilance program. Underreporting of ADRs is common, especially among MDs and HCPs.

This study aims to analyse the attitude and the knowledge of graduated MDs towards the reporting of ADRs and drug safety in general. In addition, the study aims to examine their opinion, attitude, and recommendations so that reporting of ADRs becomes more regular.
Molecular docking study of ginger (Zingiber officinale) on Immunoglobulin A for smoking cessation
Authors: Alamsyah Rika Mayasari , Satari Mieke Hemiawati , Pintauli Sondang , Iskandar Shelly
Published: January 2024

Smoking is a big problem that can cause death throughout the world. The main ingredient in cigarettes, nicotine, is toxic to humans in several ways. Quitting smoking with the help of medication is associated with adverse side effects such as drowsiness, dry mouth, and nausea. The option of quitting smoking with herbal concoctions such as Zingiber officinale is the recommended choice. The active components of ginger are gingerol and shogaol, which are responsible for their pharmacological effects on immunoglobulin A, which can improve the immune system. The method used is molecular docking, which looks at the stability of human secretory immunoglobulin A when interacting with gingerol and bupropion, which are used as comparison compounds. Molecular docking findings of all herbal material samples revealed that almost all bioactive substances had lower binding energies than immunoglobulin A, especially proteins with PDB IDs 6UE7 and 6UEA. However, only a few ginger-derived bioactive compounds interacting with the 6UEA protein show binding energy values smaller than -7 ± 0.5 kcal/mol. The compounds 8-Gingerol, 8-Shogaol, 6-Shogaol, 6-Gingerol, 5-Shogaol, and 4-Shogaol were able to target the immunoglobulin A receptor protein better than the control, although not as good as the native ligand. Gingerol and Bupropion compounds have stable RMSD and RMSF values compared to human secretory immunoglobulin A without the ligand.
I tried to leave you : tensions et ruptures dans la relation canado-états-unienne de Pierre à Justin Trudeau
Authors: Cloutier-Roy Christophe
Published: January 2024

Dans cet article, nous nous intéressons à deux périodes de tensions au sein de la relation canado-américaine : de 1968 à 1976, alors qu’Ottawa multiplie les gestes de rupture envers Washington dans un contexte de montée du nationalisme canadien ; puis entre 2001 et 2006 lorsque, dans le contexte de l’après-11 septembre, Ottawa et Washington s’opposent sur les questions de sécurité. L’analyse de ces deux crises nous permet de dégager un modèle de tension/apaisement, qui sert de complément au modèle Keohane-Nye d’interdépendance asymétrique et complexe entre le Canada et les États-Unis. Notre modèle repose sur l’interaction de trois facteurs : (1) des pressions domestiques qui poussent les gouvernements à redéfinir les cadres de la relation ; (2) des transformations dans l’environnement international ; et (3) des relations personnelles difficiles entre le Premier ministre canadien et les présidents états-uniens. Nous concluons par une réflexion autour de ce que peut nous apprendre notre modèle sur la plus récente crise de la relation canado-états-unienne, qui débute avec l’arrivée au pouvoir de Donald Trump en 2017.
Working first, le rétablissement par le travail et la pair-aidance
Authors: Bancelin Yves , Bouloudnine Raphaël
Published: January 2024

Résumé Les deux auteurs parlent de leur évolution personnelle l’un à partir de son expérience de patient, l’autre à partir de sa formation et sa pratique de psychiatre. Leur rencontre dans le cadre de working first ou du chez-soi-d’abord, le travail sur l’espoir et le rétablissement des usagers (ESPER) les conduisent à penser la psychiatrie et la santé mentale différemment.
Covering cross-polytopes with smaller homothetic copies
Authors: Chen Feifei , Gao Shenghua , Wu Senlin
Published: January 2024

Let $ C_{n} $ be an $ n $-dimensional cross-polytope and $ \Gamma_{p}(C_{n}) $ be the smallest positive number $ \gamma $ such that $ C_{n} $ can be covered by $ p $ translates of $ \gamma C_{n} $. We obtain better estimates of $ \Gamma_{2^n}(C_n) $ for small $ n $ and a universal upper bound of $ \Gamma_{2^n}(C_n) $ for all positive integers $ n $.
Group feature screening for ultrahigh-dimensional data missing at random
Authors: He Hanji , Li Meini , Deng Guangming
Published: January 2024

Statistical inference for missing data is common in data analysis, and there are still widespread cases of missing data in big data. The literature has discussed the practicability of two-stage feature screening with categorical covariates missing at random (IMCSIS). Therefore, we propose group feature screening for ultrahigh-dimensional data with categorical covariates missing at random (GIMCSIS), which can be used to effectively select important features. The proposed method expands the scope of IMCSIS and further improves the performance of classification learning when covariates are missing. Based on the adjusted Pearson chi-square statistics, a two-stage group feature screening method is modeled, and theoretical analysis proves that the proposed method conforms to the sure screening property. In a numerical simulation, GIMCSIS can achieve better finite sample performance under binary and multivariate response variables and multi-classification covariates. The empirical analysis through multiple classification results shows that GIMCSIS is superior to IMCSIS in imbalanced data classification.
A new path planning strategy integrating improved ACO and DWA algorithms for mobile robots in dynamic environments
Authors: Song Baoye , Tang Shumin , Li Yao
Published: January 2024

This article is concerned with the path planning of mobile robots in dynamic environments. A new path planning strategy is proposed by integrating the improved ant colony optimization (ACO) and dynamic window approach (DWA) algorithms. An improved ACO is developed to produce a globally optimal path for mobile robots in static environments. Through improvements in the initialization of pheromones, heuristic function, and updating of pheromones, the improved ACO can lead to a shorter path with fewer turning points in fewer iterations. Based on the globally optimal path, a modified DWA is presented for the path planning of mobile robots in dynamic environments. By deleting the redundant nodes, optimizing the initial orientation, and improving the evaluation function, the modified DWA can result in a more efficient path for mobile robots to avoid moving obstacles. Some simulations are conducted in different environments, which confirm the effectiveness and superiority of the proposed path planning algorithms.
Fulvio Orsini y la Appendix Barberino-Vaticana
Authors: Galán Vioque Guillermo
Published: January 2024

En este artículo se estudia la relación del bibliotecario Fulvio Orsini con la Appendix Barberino-Vaticana, identificándose un ejemplar de la segunda edición aldina (Florilegium diuersorum epigrammatum in septem libros, Venetiis, in aedibus Aldi, 1503) que formó parte de su biblioteca personal y que contiene un nuevo testimonio manuscrito desconocido de la Appendix.
La construcción de la paz local en el País Vasco desde el diálogo multiactor. El caso de Beasain
Authors: Mínguez Alcaide Xavier , Lizarralde Maialen
Published: January 2024

La última década de la vida política y social en el País Vasco ha estado marcada por el final de la actividad armada de ETA, y por el desarrollo de un proceso de paz con un fuerte protagonismo de la acción social e institucional a nivel local y autonómico. En este trabajo, se presenta un diálogo multiactor, mediante un proceso de investigación-acción participativa, para el desarrollo de la paz y la convivencia a nivel local en el País Vasco, concretamente en el municipio de Beasain. El estudio se fundamenta en los planteamientos de la paz compleja y la paz local, y muestra un proceso de trabajo entre agentes sociales y político-institucionales, cuyo resultado es la construcción colectiva de propuestas en materia de reparación de víctimas y memoria, derechos de las personas presas y participación ciudadana para la paz. Finalmente, se exponen algunas reflexiones en torno al enfoque de la paz local y el diálogo multiactor.
Escalas en preguntas de batería en encuestas telefónicas: ¿cambian las respuestas cuando las preguntas se plantean de forma independiente?
Authors: Díaz de Rada Vidal
Published: January 2024

Este trabajo versa sobre las denominadas ‘preguntas de batería’, un conjunto de preguntas encadenadas, que se complementan entre sí al estar referidas a una misma temática y utilizar la misma respuesta. Estas preguntas, muy habituales en los cuestionarios, presentan ventajas e inconvenientes frente a la descomposición de los diferentes elementos en preguntas independientes. El presente trabajo utiliza una encuesta telefónica a población general para comprobar hasta qué punto las preguntas que forman parte de una batería se responden peor que cuando se trata de preguntas independientes. Se han considerado tres preguntas, una actitudinal y dos de comportamiento, todas ellas con cinco opciones de respuesta. La distribución de las preguntas, unida a la utilización de siete indicadores de calidad en la respuesta, muestra que las preguntas de batería no se responden peor que cuando las mismas preguntas son consideradas de forma independiente.
A Visual Computing Unified Application Using Deep Learning and Computer Vision Techniques
Authors: J. Sowmya B. , Meeradevi  , Seema S. , P Dayananda , S. Supreeth , G. Shruthi , Rohith S.
Published: January 2024

Vision Studio aims to utilize a diverse range of modern deep learning and computer vision principles and techniques to provide a broad array of functionalities in image and video processing. Deep learning is a distinct class of machine learning algorithms that utilize multiple layers to gradually extract more advanced features from raw input. This is beneficial when using a matrix as input for pixels in a photo or frames in a video. Computer vision is a field of artificial intelligence that teaches computers to interpret and comprehend the visual domain. The main functions implemented include deepfake creation, digital ageing (de-ageing), image animation, and deepfake detection. Deepfake creation allows users to utilize deep learning methods, particularly autoencoders, to overlay source images onto a target video. This creates a video of the source person imitating or saying things that the target person does. Digital aging utilizes generative adversarial networks (GANs) to digitally simulate the aging process of an individual. Image animation utilizes first-order motion models to create highly realistic animations from a source image and driving video. Deepfake detection is achieved by using advanced and highly efficient convolutional neural networks (CNNs), primarily employing the EfficientNet family of models.
Development and Impact of a Mobile Application that Allows Users to Track Their Location on an Educational Institution Campus
Authors: Tavera Romero Carlos Andrés , Segovia de Maya Patricia del Rosario , Díaz Velásquez María Fernanda , Pérez Carvajal Diego Fernando
Published: January 2024

This research study aims to solve user location issues within the campus at an educational institution. As this campus comprises a large number of places and departments, users often get confused about how to reach a specific location. To address this problem, the “Ubícate” (“locate by yourself” in Spanish) application was developed following the CDIO methodology, which encompasses four creative process steps: conceive, design, implement, and operate. The “Ubícate” app provides users with information on places of interest such as schools, departments, halls, auditoriums, and sports venues, offering a visual reference of available locations through 360-degree images. The application also uses Google Maps to track user location within the campus, thus marking a reference route between university gates and the different locations available, in addition to providing information on university-sponsored events. In this paper, Section 2 describes the methodology and each of the stages that were addressed in the following sections. Section 3 presents the development itself and the data used for the purposes thereof. Next, Section 4 reveals the results from this study. Later, Section 5 assesses these results and the findings from the study. In Section 6, our conclusions are discussed. Finally, Section 7 lists topics for future research. The application did indeed contribute to improving the attendance of the academic community at events. Where the application was used, the first-hand perception of visitors and their own was very positive and enhanced the institutional image and sense of belonging. The contribution of this study consists of presenting a mobile application as a solution from three approaches: the technical aspects for application development, the business vision to satisfy the user’s needs, and the end user’s perception. All three approaches provide a technical reader, an entrepreneur, or an end user an overview of a scalable solution to different types of implementations in different types of businesses that require indoor location through the use of technologies in mobile applications. The mobile application performs the location indoors using the Google Maps platform, allowing a more agile development in implementing the APP.
Exploring the Factors Influencing the College Students’ Engagement in Mobile Learning in Palestine
Authors: Iter Nuha Ismail , Salhab Reham
Published: January 2024

This study aims to explore the factors influencing students’ engagement in mobile learning at Palestine Technical University Kadoorie. It utilizes a mixed research approach that combines both quantitative and qualitative designs. The study sample consists of 37 college students from two different faculties: Arts and Educational Sciences, and Applied Sciences. Data were collected using a pre-existing scale for engagement and its factors. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 12 students who completed the scales. The findings showed a statistically significant difference in the total engagement scores, specifically in the emotional engagement dimension. However, there was no statistical significance found in the social, cognitive, or behavioral domains. Factors related to instructors are influential factors in student engagement and have been found to be statistically significant. Qualitative findings supported the quantitative results for this question, which showed subthemes of instructor-related factors such as instructor presence, motivation, teaching strategies, and technical environment. Researchers recommend that policymakers and educators prioritize the engagement factors of students in mobile learning. One of the limitations is the generalizability of this study. The participants who were surveyed were exclusively sourced from two departments within one university. To broaden the scope, we suggest that future research include individuals from various disciplines, universities, academic institutions, and students.
Enhancing Spatial Thinking Awareness of World-Scale Geography with Excel Dynamic Map Charts and Virtual Globes
Authors: Purwanto  , Mellyana Irene Mega
Published: January 2024

Spatial thinking is a unique thinking skill that geographers use to reason. Every individual is believed to have this thinking skill, but not all are aware of it. This condition causes differences in the development of each person. A person’s spatial thinking can be improved by training. Geospatial technology is a representation tool that many people believe can be used to train spatial thinking skills. However, not many people encounter obstacles when using this technology. The complexity of the command to run is an obstacle that is often found. In line with the development of geospatial technology, many applications integrate this technology as part of visualization tools. This teaching and learning were conducted with Action Research Classroom (three cycles) in the form of Project-Based Learning with Science, Engineering, Technology, and Mathematic (STEM) approach. This article discusses the findings of the research on the use of Excel dynamic map chart and virtual globe to improve spatial thinking in research subjects with the case study of Indonesian Geography and World Regional Geography. With the Excel application project, for the context of upper-level education, the findings show an increase in spatial thinking skills and mastery of the use of mapping platforms without the need for prior experience of coding, software, or cartography, although it needs to be corroborated by other studies.
Application of Computer Vision and Mobile Systems in Education: A Systematic Review
Authors: Rubaiya Tasnim Sholi  , Sarker Md Fouad Hossain , Md. Salman Sohel  , Md Kabirul Islam  , Maruf Ahmed Tamal  , Touhid Bhuiyan  , S.M. Khasrul Alam Shakil  , Md. Foysal Ahmed
Published: January 2024

The computer vision industry has experienced a significant surge in growth, resulting in numerous promising breakthroughs in computer intelligence. The present review paper outlines the advantages and potential future implications of utilizing this technology in education. A total of 84 research publications have been thoroughly scrutinized and analyzed. The study revealed that computer vision technology integrated with a mobile application is exceptionally useful in monitoring students’ perceptions and mitigating academic dishonesty. Additionally, it facilitates the digitization of handwritten scripts for plagiarism detection and automates attendance tracking to optimize valuable classroom time. Furthermore, several potential applications of computer vision technology for educational institutions have been proposed to enhance students’ learning processes in various faculties, such as engineering, medical science, and others. Moreover, the technology can also aid in creating a safer campus environment by automatically detecting abnormal activities such as ragging, bullying, and harassment.
Development of an Artificial Nose Using 3D Printing Technology for Patients with Tumors
Authors: Abdullah Abdul Halim , Bolhassan Nazira , Mazlan Muhammad Hazli , Bahari Abdul Rahim , Marwan Shahrul Hisyam
Published: January 2024

A prosthetic nose is an option where the patient can gain an artificial organ for aesthetics. Thus, this study includes the 3D scan and reconstruction of the 3D model of an artificial nose and analyzes different material properties, which are thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), and nylon 6 (PA). This research aims to fabricate an artificial nose model using 3D printing technology. A 3D scanner can scan the human head before reconstructing the nose. The analysis of different materials on the artificial nose model is to determine the appropriate material for the artificial nose to fit perfectly into the patient’s face. The artificial nose will use TPU material with a deformation value of 0.00413mm and a maximum stress value of 0.4930 MPa. This prosthesis nose enables people to interact in their social and family lives, making them happier and more comfortable.
Des savoirs sur les animaux dans les écrits poétiques (xviie et xviiie siècles)
Authors: Delattre-Ledig Camille
Published: January 2024

Cet article interroge les stratégies par lesquelles les écrits poétiques de la période classique ont participé au débat sur l’âme des bêtes, impulsé par l’hypothèse cartésienne de l’animal-machine qui instaure durablement une conception réductionniste de l’animal. Ces écrits poétiques diffusent et discutent des savoirs philosophiques ou zoologiques et utilisent les ressources de l’invention pour construire des représentations de l’animal et de l’animalité qui concurrencent l’hypothèse cartésienne.
Les animaux meurent aussi dans les albums pour enfants. La représentation de la mort des animaux : versant humain, versant animal
Authors: Gaiotti Florence
Published: January 2024

Cet article cherche, dans un parcours en trois temps, à identifier et caractériser les représentations et les fonctions de la mort des animaux au sein des albums de fiction dans la littérature de jeunesse du xxe et xxie siècles. La mort des animaux-personnages, en effet, peut, selon le principe à l’œuvre dans les fables, constituer un détour pour évoquer la mort et le deuil humains. Mais elle peut aussi ouvrir à des considérations sur les animaux en tant que tels, dans les relations notamment homme/animal domestique ou encore à une réflexion sur le rôle souvent délétère des activités humaines sur la vie animale, de la maltraitance à l’extermination en passant par l’exploitation. Pour étudier ces différentes représentations et leurs enjeux, l’analyse prend appui sur les procédés propres à la forme icono-textuelle de l’album, pour montrer en quoi certaines créations constituent de véritables expériences esthétiques de la mort et de la disparition.
Smart Interventions for Opioid Abuse
Authors: Singh Neetu , Varshney Upkar
Published: January 2024

The number of people in the US with opioid abuse exceeds two million, and the total cost is approximately $100B per year. There is a need for smart interventions that can lead to better outcomes for patients and reduce the need for healthcare resources. In this study, the authors present three smart interventions for patients: (a) mobile reminders, (b) electronic monitoring, and (c) composite intervention. More specifically, the authors present a design approach for smart interventions and operationalize the interventions. They have developed an analytical model for evaluating interventions. Interventions are cost-effective for higher values of intervention effectiveness, hospital, and emergency room cost. However, with quality-of-life (QoL) improvement, cost-effectiveness improves significantly. The authors also explored the use of financial incentives for increasing the adoption of interventions. These results will help patients, healthcare professionals, decision-makers, and family members to choose the most suitable intervention to address opioid abuse.