bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Promising Bioregulators for Higher Water Productivity and Oil Quality of Chia under Deficit Irrigation in Semiarid Regions
Authors: Harisha Chowdasandra Byregowda , Narayanpur Vijaykumar B. , Rane Jagadish , Ganiger Vasant M. , M. Prasanna Sugooru , Vishwanath Yeragenahalli Chandrashekaharappa , G. Reddi Sanjeevraddi , Halli Hanamant M. , Boraiah Karnar Manjanna , Basavaraj Patil Siddanagouda , Mahmoud Eman A. , Casini Ryan , Elansary Hosam O.
Published: February 2023

Appropriate water management practices are essential for the successful cultivation of chia in water-scarce situations of semiarid regions. This is highly essential when new crops such as chia are introduced for ensuring diversity and water saving. Therefore, field trials (2020–21 and 2021–22) were conducted to understand the impact of deficit irrigation and bioregulators (BRs) on the seed yield, water productivity, and oil quality of chia. The effect of foliar application of BRs such as thiourea (TU; 400 ppm), salicylic acid (SA; 1.0 mM), potassium nitrate (KN; 0.15%), potassium silicate (KS; 100 ppm), kaolin (KO; 5%), and sodium benzoate (SB; 200 ppm) were monitored at different levels of irrigation: 100 (I100), 75 (I75), 50 (I50), and 25 (I25) percent of cumulative pan evaporation (CPE). Deficit irrigation at I25, I50, and I75 led to 55.3, 20.1, and 3.3% reductions in seed yield; 42.5, 22.5, and 4.2% in oil yield; and 58.9, 24.5, and 5.7% in omega–3 yield, respectively, relative to I100. Bioregulators could reduce the adverse impact of water deficit stress on seed, oil, and omega–3 yield. However, their beneficial effect was more conspicuous under mild water stress (I75), as revealed by higher seed yield (4.3–6.9%), oil yield (4.4–7.1%), and omega–3 yield (4.7–8.5%) over control (I100 + no BRs). Further, BRs (KN, TU, and SA) maintained oil quality in terms of linolenic acid and polyunsaturated fatty acid contents, even under mild stress (I75). Foliar application of KN, TU, and SA could save water to an extent of 36–40%. Therefore, the adverse impact of deficit irrigation on seed, oil, and omega–3 yields of chia could be minimized using BRs such as KN, TU, and SA, which can also contribute to improved water productivity.
Numerical Simulation of Cavitation Characteristics of a Centrifugal Pump Based on an Improved ZGB Model
Authors: Wang Jun , Sun Lun , Zhou Yilong , Liu Yaohui , Zhao Fujian
Published: February 2023

We modified the Zwart–Gerber–Belamri (ZGB) cavitation and RNG turbulence models based on their rotational motion characteristics, as well as simulating the phenomenon of small fluctuations in rotational speed due to the action of hydraulic excitation force, to increase the precision of numerical simulations of the cavitation characteristics of centrifugal pumps. According to the theory behind the enhanced model, the pressure gradient in the impeller runner changes uniformly, and the cavitation bubble initially manifests itself at the front edge of the blade’s suction. With the reduction in the effective margin, changes in the impeller flow channel’s pressure gradient increased, the blade’s suction-side cavitation area expanded, and the flow field’s internal disturbance enhanced, resulting in hydraulic loss to the centrifugal pump, considerably reduced operating performance, and the blade pressure side by the cavitation-affected area becoming smaller. The blade’s suction-surface pressure–load curve can be divided into a low-pressure cavitation zone, a pressure fluctuation zone, and a pressure stabilization zone. The pressure–frequency-domain diagram of each monitoring point has a discrete distribution, and the main frequency is the blade-passing frequency ƒ = 293 Hz and its n times frequency. With the deepening of the cavitation, the amplitude of the main frequency in the low-frequency band showed a trend of increasing and then decreasing, and the amplitude of the high-frequency band showed an increasing trend. When we applied the ZGB cavitation model based on the improved rotational motion characteristics to our numerical calculation of the centrifugal pumps’ cavitation characteristics, our calculated cavitation performance curve was closer to the experimental value than the ZGB model, and when the centrifugal pump’s cavitation degree was increased, the area covered by the vacuole area was 1/4 of the suction side of the vane.
Determination of the Bonding Strength of Finger Joints Using a New Test Specimen Geometry
Authors: Stolze Hannes , Gurnik Michael , Kegel Sebastian , Bollmus Susanne , Militz Holger
Published: February 2023

In this study, a specimen geometry for testing finger joints was developed using finite element simulation and proofed by experimental testing. Six different wood species and three adhesives were used for finger-jointing specimens. With the test specimen geometry, the bonding strength of the finger joints was determined without the usual self-locking of the joint. Under load, the test specimen geometry introduces maximum stress at the beginning of the bond line (adhesive zone). However, the test specimen geometry does not generate a symmetric stress state. The main difficulty here is the flank angle of the finger joint geometry. The wood species and adhesives significantly influenced the performance of the finger joints.
Removal of the Pigment Congo Red from Synthetic Wastewater with a Novel and Inexpensive Adsorbent Generated from Powdered Foeniculum Vulgare Seeds
Authors: AL-Aoh Hatem A.
Published: February 2023

In this research, powdered Foeniculum vulgare seed (FVSP) was treated separately with H2C2O4, ZnCl2, and a mixture of ZnCl2-CuS. The characteristics of the treated and untreated FVSP samples, as well as their abilities to eliminate Congo red (CR) from solutions, were investigated. The influences of the empirical circumstances on CR adsorption by the ideal adsorbent were studied. The thermodynamic, isothermal, and dynamic constants of this adsorption were also inspected. The ideal adsorbent was found to be the FVSP sample treated with a ZnCl2-CuS mixture, which eliminated 96.80% of the CR dye. The empirical outcomes proved that this adsorption was significantly affected by the empirical circumstances, and the second-order dynamic model as well as the Langmuir isotherm model fit the empirical data better than the first-order model and the Freundlich model. The values of Ea (15.3 kJ/mol) and ∆Ho (32.767 kJ/mol ≤ ∆Ho ≤ 35.495 kJ/mol) evidence that CR anions were endothermally adsorbed on Zn/Cu-FVSP via the ionic exchange mechanism. The superior Qmax values (434.78, 625.00, 833.33 mg/g), along with the cheapness and stability of the adsorbent used in this work, are evidence to confirm that this adsorbent will receive special interest in the field of contaminated water purification.
Editorial for Special Issue on “Intelligent Technologies and Processes for Advanced Nuclear Power and Energy Engineering”
Authors: Fathollahi-Fard Amir M. , Arakelian Vigen H. , Li Zhiwu , Zhang Zixian , Tian Guangdong
Published: February 2023

This Special Issue, entitled “Intelligent Technologies and Processes for Advanced Nuclear Power and Energy Engineering”, was organized by the journal Processes as a way to collect original research articles on the latest developments in intelligent technologies and processes for advanced nuclear power and energy systems [...]
Methods for Modeling and Optimizing the Delayed Coking Process in a Fuzzy Environment
Authors: Orazbayev Batyr , Dyussembina Elmira , Uskenbayeva Gulzhan , Shukirova Aliya , Orazbayeva Kulman
Published: February 2023

Technological objects and processes are often characterized by fuzzy initial information necessary for developing their models and optimization. The purpose of the study is to develop a method for synthesizing linguistic models of fuzzy described objects and a heuristic method for solving the multicriteria optimization problem in a fuzzy environment. Based on the expert assessments and logical rules of conditional inference, a method for synthesizing linguistic models was developed for describing processes with fuzzy input and output parameters. To solve the problem of multicriteria optimization, a heuristic method based on the modification and combination of various optimality principles is proposed. Coking reactor models were developed by modifying the successive regression inclusion method and the least squares method. Linguistic models of the delayed coking process were developed in the Fuzzy Logic Toolbox, allowing to evaluate the coke quality depending on the temperature and pressure of coking reactors. Using the proposed heuristic method, the problem of two-criteria optimization of the delayed coking process with fuzzy constraints is solved. The results confirm the advantages of the proposed fuzzy approach compared with the well-known approaches. Unlike them, the proposed method allows making adequate decisions in a fuzzy environment by maximizing the use of available fuzzy information.
A LifeCycle Analysis and Economic Cost Analysis of Corrugated Cardboard Box Reuse and Recycling in the United States
Authors: Ketkale Harshwardhan , Simske Steven
Published: February 2023

Manufacturing of a product such as a corrugated cardboard box (CCB) includes the extraction of a variety of raw materials in addition to supply chain efforts to get the raw materials to the industry. Conducting a LifeCycle Assessment (LCA) gives the carbon emission of each phase of the product and a quantitative estimate of the overall product carbon footprint and its effect on the environment. This gives impetus to recommendations for improving the phases of the lifecycle to minimize carbon emissions. The proposed waste management method in this paper is the “reuse” method instead of recycling or landfilling the CCB and, in so doing, focusing only on reducing carbon emissions in the manufacturing phase. The paper examines if the incremental cost of reusing the CCBs is less than the environmental and economic cost of reducing the extraction and supply chain of raw materials. This paper uses LCA to evaluate the carbon emission in each phase of the lifecycle of a typical 1 kg corrugated cardboard box in the United States. Carbon emission for the proposed “reuse” phase is also calculated, and the results are compared. This paper also explores the economic feasibility of the proposed “reuse” method that incentivizes the general population to reuse the CCBs instead of recycling or landfilling them. Economic tools such as willingness-to-pay vs. marginal cost curves and benefit-cost analyses are used to evaluate economic feasibility. The results indicate that the “reuse” method for CCBs is economically and environmentally feasible. It also supports the approach of using analytics, economics, and LCA to create a model that can be used for other products and processes as an evaluative process to determine if businesses can benefit from the reduction (or removal) of material extraction costs from the supply chain.
Perspectives on Closure and Revitalisation of Extraction Sites and Sustainability: A Q-Methodology Study
Authors: Streit Stefanie , Tost Michael , Gugerell Katharina
Published: February 2023

Closure and revitalisation are essential steps in the life cycle of a mineral extraction site. Proper planning and execution can counteract potential negative impacts caused by extraction activities and allow a positive impact to be left on the post-closure region. Decisions on these steps are not made solely by the extraction company; legislators and the public also exert influence. Different opinions and expectations on closure and revitalisation can lead to tensions between actors. Thus, knowing diverse opinions and expectations and considering them in planning contributes to a successful implementation of measures. Using Q-methodology in a study focused on selected EIT RIS countries, we identified five viewpoints on the closure and revitalisation of an extraction site. The statements for this study have been developed based on international and company standards for closure and revitalisation, namely ICMM, IRMA, AngloAmerican and Rio Tinto, which we then also used for comparison in order to see how they relate to the five resulting viewpoints. Across all viewpoints, our results reveal a preference for environmental considerations, followed by social and economic concerns. Even though this paper considers closure and revitalisation separately from mineral extraction, these processes are intertwined. Thus, a sustainable planning and management of the extraction process itself contributes to a successful and sustainable post-closure landscape.
The Problem of Monitoring the Psycho-Physical Condition of Seniors during Proposed Activities in Urban Space
Authors: Lach Ewa , Szewczenko Anna , Chuchnowska Iwona , Bursiewicz Natalia , Benek Iwona , Widzisz-Pronobis Sylwia , Bal Daria , Elsner Klaudia , Sanigórska Marta , Sutor Mateusz , Włodarz Jakub
Published: February 2023

The world’s population is rapidly ageing, which places a heavy burden on traditional healthcare systems with increased economic and social costs. Technology can assist in the implementation of strategies that enable active and independent ageing by promoting and motivating health-related behaviours, monitoring, and collecting data on daily life for assessment and for aiding in independent living. ICT (Information and Communication Technology) tools can help prevent cognitive and physical decline and social isolation, and enable elderly people to live independently. In this paper, we introduced a comprehensive tool for guiding seniors along the designed urban health paths employing urban architecture as an impulse to perform physical and cognitive exercises. The behaviour of seniors is monitored during their activities using wearable sensors and mobile application. We distinguished three types of data recipients (seniors, path/exercise designers, and the public), for whom we proposed methods of analysing the obtained data and examples of their use. In this work, a wide range of diverse information was examined from which short- and long-term patterns can be drawn. We have also shown that by fusing sensory data and data from mobile applications, we can give context to sensory data, thanks to which we can formulate more insightful assessments of seniors’ behaviour.
The Image Definition Assessment of Optoelectronic Tracking Equipment Based on the BRISQUE Algorithm with Gaussian Weights
Authors: Zhang Ning , Lin Cui
Published: February 2023

Defocus is an important factor that causes image quality degradation of optoelectronic tracking equipment in the shooting range. In this paper, an improved blind/referenceless image spatial quality evaluator (BRISQUE) algorithm is formulated by using the image characteristic extraction technology to obtain a characteristic vector (CV). The CV consists of 36 characteristic values that can effectively reflect the defocusing condition of the corresponding image. The image is evaluated and scored subjectively by the human eyes. The subjective evaluation scores and CVs constitute a set of training data samples for the defocusing evaluation model. An image database that contains sufficiently many training samples is constructed. The training model is trained to obtain the support vector machine (SVM) model by using the regression function of the SVM. In the experiments, the BRISQUE algorithm is used to obtain the image feature vector. The method of establishing the image definition evaluation model via SVM is feasible and yields higher subjective and objective consistency.
Improved Acoustic Thermometry for Long-Distance Temperature Measurements
Authors: Pisani Marco , Astrua Milena , Zucco Massimo
Published: February 2023

Accurate measurements of long distances (in the order of tens of meters or more) are necessary in manufacturing processes of large structures, as, for example, in the aerospace industry. In the most demanding applications, the goal is to achieve a relative accuracy of 10−7 in the measurement of distances (e.g., 1 µm over 10 m). This goal can be obtained with laser interferometers whose accuracy is based on knowledge of the speed of light, which, in turn, depends on the temperature of air. A thermometer based on the measurement of the speed of sound in air has been realized at INRIM. Its purpose is the measurement of the air temperature along the measurement path of the interferometer with an accuracy of 0.1 °C at distances up to 11 m. The paper describes the principle and the experimental setup of the acoustic thermometer and demonstrates its performance by comparison with calibrated reference platinum resistance thermometers. Furthermore, we demonstrate the potentiality of the method to measure the vertical temperature gradient, which is the main error source in triangulation measurements when using laser trackers.
Single-Sensor Engine Multi-Type Fault Detection
Authors: Tang Daijie , Bi Fengrong , Cheng Jiangang , Yang Xiao , Shen Pengfei , Bi Xiaoyang
Published: February 2023

Engine fault detection is conducive to improving equipment reliability and reducing maintenance costs. In practical scenarios, high-quality data is difficult to obtain. Usually, only single-sensor data is available. This paper proposes a fault detection method combining Variational Mode Decomposition (VMD) and Random Forest (RF). At first, the spectral energy distribution is obtained by decomposing and statistic the engine data of multiple working conditions. Based on the spectral energy distribution, the overall optimal mode number was identified, and the quadratic penalty term was optimized using SNR. The improved VMD (IVMD) improves mode aliasing and iterative efficiency and unifies feature dimensions. Decomposition of real signals demonstrates the effectiveness. The paper designs a feature vector composed of seven types of attributes, including unit bandwidth energy, center frequency, maximum singular value and so on. The feature vector is then fed to RF for classification. Features are selected in order of importance to classification to improve the training efficiency. By comparing with various algorithms, the proposed method has higher accuracy and faster training efficiency in single-speed, multi-speed and cross-speed single-sensor data diagnosis. The results show that the method has application prospects with little training data and low hardware requirements.
End-Point Position Estimation of a Soft Continuum Manipulator Using Embedded Linear Magnetic Encoders
Authors: Costa Carlos F. R. , Reis João C. P.
Published: February 2023

Soft continuum robots are compliant mechanisms that rely on a deformable structure in order to achieve a desired posture. One of the challenges in designing and controlling this type of robot is to obtain the necessary proprioceptive information without resorting to external sensors, like cameras or 3D positioning devices. This requires a reliable and repeatable sensor that can be embedded in the highly deformable structure, distributed along its length, without imposing a significant change to the overall stiffness. This paper presents design considerations and practical results of estimating the tip position of a soft continuum manipulator module using embedded linear magnetic encoders. Three flexible scales with incremental tracks and a magnetic pole pitch of 2 mm are embedded in the robot structure as passive tendons, and six pairs of Hall effect linear sensors are used to measure the relative displacement between points along the outer surface of the structure. The curvature and tip position are then estimated from these measurements. Results are compared with the ground truth measurement of the tip position provided by a commercial optical tracker system. Average error estimates lower than 2.0 mm, with 8.7 mm peak value, were obtained for a robot module with a motion span of approximately 100 mm.
Creation of a New Vernacular Architecture and the Attainment of Sustainability: The Case of Akyaka Town Development
Authors: Uysal Urey Zeynep Cigdem
Published: February 2023

This study problematizes a case where the interpretation of local architectural types by a designer forms a new vernacular architecture that shapes the sphere of a newly developing small town towards one that became sustainable. The house built by Nail Cakirhan for himself in Akyaka (Turkey) opens up a new future in front of the small village of then, towards becoming a touristic center with a specific architectural language of its own. Cakirhan designs his house by interpreting the traditional houses of his hometown, Ula, which is only a few kilometers away from the village of Akyaka. The design of the house initiates the formation of a unique architectural language for Akyaka, which gradually evolves into a new vernacular architecture. Since then, this invented architectural tradition has both transformed the village into a popular touristic town and also initiated a sustainable approach due to its sensitivity for the cultural and natural assets of the context. This architectural language is protected by the master development plan now, and the town is declared as a ‘slow-city’ due to its culturally and environmentally sensitive character. In order to portray this development, this study will first examine Cakirhan’s house in relation to its referential and actual contexts, then it will observe the development of the town of Akyaka by means of looking at Cakirhan architecture in Akyaka, the master development plan of Akyaka that protects the architectural language, and the development of the town as a sustainable, slow-city. The portrayal of the architectural development of Akyaka could demonstrate how a fairly recent architectural practice can today result in the development of a sustainable and harmonious architectural environment.
Critical Standard Normalized Rapid Suppression Hydraulic Index and Its Estimation
Authors: Liu Tianyu , Xu Guangxiang
Published: February 2023

As a standard to by which characterize the ability of ships to ascend rapidly, the rapid suppression hydraulic index is the main indicator of the rapid regulatory effect and an important component of channel engineering research. This study reviewed the current determination methods and forms of expression of the rapid suppression hydraulic index and revealed that the existing comprehensive indices of unit energy have obvious disadvantages, such as critical standards not being unified. Based on the balance principle of a ship’s effective propulsion and navigation resistance, according to the unified idea of the critical rapid suppression index, the dimensionless expression of the critical standard normalized rapid suppression hydraulic index was derived. The concepts of flow velocity fraction, slope fraction and their combined rapid suppression index are proposed, and the assessment method of rapid forming and suppressing with the critical standard of 1 is provided. Using an example, we verified the feasibility and convenience of the application of the critical standard normalized rapid suppression hydraulic index in judging rapid formation reaches, navigation obstruction areas and the comparison of the ability of several ship types to ascend rapidly. Based on various ship slope flow rapid suppression indices tested by real ship tests and theoretical analysis through the dimensions, main influencing factors and regression analysis, we introduced the dimensionless power load ratio and established an empirical formula for estimating the flow velocity fraction and slope fraction by the main parameters of the ship type, which can provide a reference for determining the rapid suppression hydraulic index when lacking detailed ship type data. The application scope of the estimated formula is discussed. The methods and data for rapids regulation are provided, which is more convenient for rapids remediation projects, will reduces rapids hindering navigation and then will develop the shipping industry of mountainous rivers to promote the sustainable development of mountainous economic construction.
Decision Boundary of Knowledge Sharing between Innovation Alliance Firms
Authors: Zhao Yan , Lyu Jianlin , Lyu Wenrong
Published: February 2023

Knowledge sharing can improve the efficiency of cooperation between firms as well as improve innovation performance. However, firms will incur some costs in the process of participating in knowledge sharing. Based on the theory of Stackelberg, by constructing corporate game models with and without knowledge sharing, this study analyzes the decision boundary of firms according to the benefit changes of firms with innovation alliances. Cooperative game theory is mainly used to solve the problem of benefit distribution. Shapley value is the most classic and fair benefit distribution method in this theory, which allocates cooperative benefit based on the marginal contribution. This study uses Shapley value to divide benefits so as to evaluate the stability of the alliance and explore when firms will share knowledge. The results show that the cooperation benefit of innovation alliances that meet the conditions for the knowledge sharing cost will increase. The lower the costs of knowledge sharing, the more the firms’ benefits increase. In addition, with knowledge sharing, the better the marketing effect is, the higher is the price of the new product. Increasing the benefits to each firm ensures the stability and continuity of knowledge sharing between the firms. Finally, the reliability of the theoretical research findings is assessed through a numerical example.
T1-Weighted Contrast Enhancement, Apparent Diffusion Coefficient, and Cerebral-Blood-Volume Changes after Glioblastoma Resection: MRI within 48 Hours vs. beyond 48 Hours
Authors: Negroni Davide , Bono Romina , Soligo Eleonora , Longo Vittorio , Cossandi Christian , Carriero Alessandro , Stecco Alessandro
Published: February 2023

Background: The aim of the study is to identify the advantages, if any, of post-operative MRIs performed at 48 h compared to MRIs performed after 48 h in glioblastoma surgery. Materials and Methods: To assess the presence of a residual tumor, the T1-weighted Contrast Enhancement (CE), Apparent Diffusion Coefficient (ADC), and Cerebral Blood Volume (rCBV) in the proximity of the surgical cavity were considered. The rCBV ratio was calculated by comparing the rCBV with the contralateral normal white matter. After the blind image examinations by the two radiologists, the patients were divided into two groups according to time window after surgery: ≤48 h (group 1) and >48 h (group 2). Results: A total of 145 patients were enrolled; at the 6-month follow-up MRI, disease recurrence was 89.9% (125/139), with a mean patient survival of 8.5 months (SD 7.8). The mean ADC and rCBV ratio values presented statistical differences between the two groups (p < 0.05). Of these 40 patients in whom an ADC value was not obtained, the rCBV values could not be calculated in 52.5% (21/40) due to artifacts (p < 0.05). Conclusion: The study showed differences in CE, rCBV, and ADC values between the groups of patients undergoing MRIs before and after 48 h. An MRI performed within 48 h may increase the ability of detecting GBM by the perfusion technique with the calculation of the rCBV ratio.
Spatial Distribution of Off-Host Stages of Tunga penetrans in the Soil within the Home Range of Nine Infected Dogs in An Endemic Tourist Area in Brazil
Authors: de Jesus Anderson Vieira , Sevá Anaiá da Paixão , Guedes Paula Elisa Brandão , dos Santos Katharine Costa , Harvey Tatiani Vitor , de Oliveira Gabriela Mota Sena , Bitar Thammy Vieira , Ferreira Fernando , Albuquerque George Rêgo , Carlos Renata Santiago Alberto
Published: February 2023

Tungiasis is a neglected disease caused by the sand flea Tunga penetrans, and dogs are considered the main reservoirs in Brazil. This study aimed to identify the role of dogs as tungiasis dispersers and to investigate the presence of T. penetrans in the soil of an endemic tourist area. Nine dogs infected by T. penetrans were included in this study and received GPS collars to analyze their movement through the village. Duplicate sand samples were collected in different areas of the community. Those areas were classified as peridomicile (n = 110), open area (n = 110), beach (n = 50), and river (n = 58). The analysis of the points recorded by the collars showed that the dogs roamed throughout the community, potentially facilitating the spread of the disease. Samples contaminated with developmental forms of the parasite were found in the circulation area of three dogs. Adult fleas were found in 3/328 samples. These data emphasize that infected dogs’ roaming can influence the fleas’ dispersion in the soil. Statistically, none of the study variables had a significant correlation (p > 0.5) with the presence of T. penetrans in the area analyzed. This study was the first to assess infected dogs’ role as tungiasis propagators.
Predictors of Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Willingness among High-Risk Populations Three Years after the Onset of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Authors: Katsiroumpa Aglaia , Sourtzi Panayota , Kaitelidou Daphne , Siskou Olga , Konstantakopoulou Olympia , Galanis Petros
Published: February 2023

High-risk populations are at increased risk of severe influenza-related illness, hospitalization, and death due to influenza. The aim of our study was to assess the willingness of high-risk populations to take the influenza vaccine for the 2022–2023 season, and to investigate the factors associated with such willingness. We conducted a cross-sectional study in Greece in September 2022 using a convenience sample. We considered demographic characteristics, COVID-19-related variables, resilience, social support, anxiety, depression, and COVID-19-related burnout as potential predictors. Among participants, 39.4% were willing to accept the seasonal influenza vaccine, 33.9% were unwilling, and 26.8% were hesitant. Multivariable analysis identified that increased age and increased family support were associated with increased influenza vaccination willingness. Moreover, participants that have received COVID-19 booster doses were more willing to accept the influenza vaccine. In contrast, adverse effects because of COVID-19 vaccination and exhaustion due to measures against COVID-19 reduced influenza vaccination willingness. We found that the intention of high-risk populations to receive the influenza vaccine was low. Our study contributes to an increased understanding of the factors that affect vaccination willingness. Public health authorities could use this information to update vaccination programs against influenza. Emphasis should be given on safety and effectiveness issues.
Report of 16 Years of the BCG Vaccine under the Expanded Program on Immunizations in Mexico (2006–2021)
Authors: Romero-Feregrino Rodrigo , Romero-Cabello Raul , Rodríguez-León Mario Alfredo , Romero-Feregrino Raúl , Muñoz-Cordero Berenice , Aguilar-Feregrino Julieta Isabel
Published: February 2023

Background: In recent years in Mexico, a decreased Bacillus Calmette and Guérin (BCG) coverage has been observed concomitantly with new cases of tuberculosis. Material and Methods: This study is a descriptive and analytical evaluation regarding both BCG vaccine acquisition and coverage as reported by official sources over a 16-year period (2006–2021). Results: We found that vaccine acquisition, dose application and coverage are highly variable each year. Coverage is 90% or higher, except for the 2017–2020 period. Discussion: According to our calculations, between 3,917,616 and 4,961,868 individuals did not receive the BCG vaccine. Coverage was lower than 90% during the last 4 years, whereas this value decreased to 21% in 2020. Except for the last 5 years, the amount of acquired doses surpassed the demand thus causing a considerable vaccine wastage. Conclusions: BCG vaccine coverage is low and many individuals remain unprotected. The access to this vaccine is difficult and the number of newly reported cases of tuberculosis have increased during the last years. Thus, it is necessary to establish vaccination campaigns aimed protect the population and also to deploy a nominal system to control coverage, acquisitions, and target population.
Private labels of retail chains as a sustainable trade development trend
Authors:   Basic Department of Trade Policy, Plekhanov Russian University of Economics, Krasilnikova E. A. , Lipatov N. S. ,   Basic Department of Trade Policy, Plekhanov Russian University of Economics
Published: February 2023

Current trends in the development of retail trade are determined, among other things, by the development of private labels. The decline in consumers’ real incomes, fall in purchasing power, rising inflation rate, and behavior of austerity determined the increase in the share of private labels in the structure of sales volumes. Thus, in the assessment of the entire Russian market, the share of private labels has almost doubled over the past 7 years and amounted to 7.2 %. In some retail chains, the share of private labels reaches 15 % and 2500 SKUs of food and non-food products.
Ecobarreira como prática para Educação Ambiental na despoluição do ribeirão Alambari, no município de Cambará (PR)
Authors: Garcia Thiago Deruza , Souza Gilciane Neris de , Gregório Gabriela Rafagnin de Pinho , Krause Letícia Martins , Anjos Luiz Carlos Giachello dos , Poletto Rodrigo de Souza
Published: February 2023

O objetivo deste estudo foi desenvolver uma intervenção pedagógica de Educação Ambiental, preservação e conservação do ribeirão Alambari. Durante o seu desenvolvimento foram realizadas práticas educacionais com a população, construção e instalação de Ecobarreiras em diferentes pontos do ribeirão Alambari. Foram coletados 141 resíduos sólidos parados na Ecobarreiras, classificados em plástico, metais, papéis, madeiras, orgânicos e outros. Pode-se perceber a influência positiva das atividades sobre as práticas ambientais na vida dos alunos. Além disso, observou-se uma redução gradativa na quantidade de resíduos sólidos descartados no ribeirão Alambari ao longo do estudo, o que reforça a importância de trabalhar a Educação Ambiental com o propósito de construir e reformular o pensamento crítico e reflexivo das pessoas mediante as adversidades ambientais.
Educação Ambiental com tinta ecológica para sensibilização sobre a conservação do solo
Authors: Fernandes Karoline Matos , Marques Jean Dalmo de Oliveira , Marques Elizalane Moura de Araújo , Baraúna Bárbara Reis
Published: February 2023

Este trabalho objetivou utilizar tinta ecológica como recurso para a Educação Ambiental visando a sensibilização para a conservação do solo por meio de oficina pedagógica. Trata-se de uma pesquisa-ação com enfoque qualitativo, desenvolvido com trinta alunos do 6º ano do ensino fundamental de uma escola pública em Manaus. A oficina pedagógica foi organizada a partir de um diagnóstico prévio com os alunos. A coleta de dados ocorreu a partir da observação participante, elaboração de desenho e aplicação de questionário. Os resultados apontaram uma maior compreensão dos alunos sobre o componente solo e sua importância para o ambiente. Identificaram-se atitudes pró-ambiente que enfatizam a necessidade de trabalharmos a Educação Ambiental de maneira efetiva.
Educação Ambiental: uma possibilidade para o enfrentamento da problemática ecossistêmica
Authors: Silva Pedro Vitor de Souza , Araújo Wanderson Pereira
Published: February 2023

O presente artigo é um resultado de uma pesquisa realizada no Instituto Federal do Norte de Minas Gerais, que tem como objetivo analisar a Educação Ambiental como possibilidade para o enfrentamento da problemática ecológica. A partir de uma pesquisa bibliográfica que levanta as principais causas relacionadas aos impactos ambientais causados pelo homem, percebeu-se a necessidade de pensar a Educação Ambiental como possibilidade de enfrentamento aos problemas relacionados a conservação e preservação do meio ambiente. Nesse sentido foi desenvolvido um produto educacional tecnológico em forma de e-book com objetivo de auxiliar na reflexão crítica dessa problemática que afeta a vida planetária.
Educação Ambiental para conservação dos elementos naturais do Parque Natural Municipal de Castanhal (PA)
Authors: Avelar Marcilene Calandrine de , Pontes Altem Nascimento , Paula Manoel Tavares de
Published: February 2023

A intensificação da degradação ambiental gera reflexões sobre a necessidade do fortalecimento de ações de Educação Ambiental em ambiente não formal. Assim, este artigo visa reconhecer a inter-relação sociedade e natureza e as perspectivas da Educação Ambiental para a efetivação da função socioambiental no Parque Natural Municipal de Castanhal (PA). Os dados foram coletados por meio de observação in loco e levantamento de espécies vegetais. Os resultados mostram que o Parque vem sofrendo uma intensa pressão urbana, porém apresenta uma rica diversidade florística com importância socioambiental e cultural, além de nascentes e ecossistemas diversificados, que podem ser inseridos como estratégia de sensibilização para a conservação desse espaço.
Educação Ambiental e cidadania: reflexões a partir do descarte de resíduos sólidos no Rio Diamantino em Diamantino (MT)
Authors: Almeida Arruda Maria Auxiliadora , Grandizolli Claudia Cristina Tavares , Gomes de Arruda Reinaldo
Published: February 2023

A Educação Ambiental (EA) crítica social é um processo permanente de reflexão-ação, onde os sujeitos constroem conhecimentos e valores para a ação individual e coletiva. A sociedade tem contribuído para o descarte inadequado de resíduos no meio ambiente. Assim, este estudo objetiva analisar a questão dos resíduos sólidos descartados por usuários no Rio Diamantino de Diamantino-MT, para uma discussão da importância da EA. A pesquisa é de abordagem qualitativa, com utilização do método de observação para a coleta de dados. Observou-se que os usuários do rio, ao utilizá-lo como fonte de lazer, fazem o descarte inadequado de resíduos sólidos no seu interior e em meio a vegetação de suas margens, indicando a necessidade da EA.
Educação Ambiental crítica e o poder da comunicação para a justiça climática
Authors: Gomes Karolina von Sydow Domingues , Silva André Chaves de Melo
Published: February 2023

O presente artigo tem o objetivo de apresentar um breve panorama sobre a trajetória da Educação Ambiental no âmbito global, traçar uma abordagem sobre a corrente de estudo prática estratégica, destacando a importância de sua aplicabilidade na era da justiça climática para o combate do aquecimento global e mitigação de efeitos associados. O texto também mostrará a relevância da atuação da comunicação, a partir da divulgação científica, para o incentivo da EA e planejamento de políticas públicas de governança ambiental em prol do desenvolvimento sustentável.
Educação Ambiental e estratégias para preservação: um estudo em uma escola do município de Ariquemes (RO)
Authors: Leal Bruna Mattos , Nunes Reginaldo de Oliveira , Ronqui Ludimilla
Published: February 2023

A Educação Ambiental (EA) é voltada à formação e à conscientização das pessoas em relação aos problemas ambientais e preservação dos recursos naturais. O objetivo da pesquisa foi avaliar o desenvolvimento do tema preservação do meio ambiente em uma escola do município de Ariquemes, estado de Rondônia. O método utilizado para análise foi qualitativo e para a investigação foi aplicado um questionário contendo onze perguntas abertas aos professores dos anos iniciais do Ensino Fundamental. Os resultados possibilitaram verificar que os professores trabalham poucos temas e atividades que compreendem a preservação do meio ambiente e que são necessárias ações que discutam a temática por meio da Educação Ambiental.
Catadoras/es de materiais recicláveis: reflexões a partir da Educação Ambiental crítica
Authors: Rostas Camilla Helena Guimarães da Silva , Caporlingua Vanessa Hernandez
Published: February 2023

Este trabalho se propôs a compreender a realidade dos indivíduos socialmente envolvidos no ambiente de catação e reciclagem, ou seja, as/os catadoras/es, a partir da Educação Ambiental (EA) crítica. Assim, com base em observações emergentes da vivência em uma cooperativa de reciclagem, e utilizando como metodologia a etnografia, alcançou-se como principal resultado a existência de diversas formas dos sujeitos encararem a sua cotidianidade, estando estes à mercê da alienação e da precarização do trabalho. Constatou-se, portanto, que referindo-se à educação e à consciência ambiental, em sua maioria, os indivíduos pesquisados possuem uma visão pragmática em relação à EA.
Languange Learning Adapatation Model In The Era of Society 5.0
Authors: Mansyur Firman Alamsyah , Arsad Arsad , Suherman La Ode Achmad , Himah Isti’anatul , Zaka Istifatun , Zilani Zilani , Syarifuddin Ilham
Published: February 2023

This article aims to explain the adaptation model of language learning in the 5.0 society era. The method used is descriptive qualitative. The data used a library study on various studies of Language learning in the 5.0 era of society. The data were then identified and analyzed to build an understanding of the adaptation model of language learning in the 5.0 era as a form of response to future learning. The results of this study indicate that the adaptation model of Language learning to the era of society 5.0 is closely related to mastery of the field of Language which is integrated with mastery of the latest Information Technology, and mastery of 21st-century skills, namely creative thinking, critical thinking and problem solving, communication, and collaboration. However, the adaptation process and its results are largely determined by the ability of lecturers, students, and supporting facilities and infrastructure so that they can run well.
The Washback of Intensive TOEFL Training Program (ITTP) on Student’s Learning Motivation
Authors: Sardi Ahmed , Surahmat Zulkifli , Nur Sahril
Published: February 2023

This study attempts to quantify the washback effect of the intense TOEFL training program in order to inspire students' learning through improved test scores. The TOEFL results can then be used for academics objectives and faculty requirements. The study was experimental and included a paired-sample t-test and qualitative descriptive design through interviews (a mixed method). Forty (40) students were chosen from any of the departments at IAIN Parepare to participate, and this was done through pretest, treatments, and posttest. The pre-test and post-test employed in the research procedure were both used to determine the students' beginning scores as well as their final scores. The paired-sample t-test in SPSS is then used to assess the data gathered from the pre-test and post-test. The participants are questioned based on the program's experiences in order to acquire information about the students' learning motivation. The outcome revealed that there were sizable variations between the pre-test and post-test scores of the students. It was evident that participants' total TOEFL scores had improved as a result of the intense training. Also, the data from interview illustrated that the students were well-motivated during the training program. This program can enable the participants to have good self-study, nice self-learning preparation, and more desirably confident to learn English or TOEFL.
The Role of Money and Fashion in Character Building in Confession of A Shopaholic Movie
Authors: Mahanani Nimas Kharisma , Khusyairi Johny Alfian
Published: February 2023

This article discusses the film Confession of A Shopaholic, directed by P.J. Hogan based on Georg Simmel's sociology of money to dismantle the role of money and fashion in the formation of the main character's character. The purpose of this article is to formulate how money problems can change individual character. Georg Simmel's sociology of money points discussed in this article cover two things, namely money as an institution that supports social stratification and the financial system as part of the evolution of society. Simmel's view of fashion is used to support this research. Research data is taken from scenes or dialogues of the main characters in shopping, including when faced with choices. There is a deep connection between money, fashion, social stratification, and the results of the evolution of society which play a role in building the mentality of society itself. Childhood experiences also shape the individual's passion to fulfill his desires as an adult. The results of the study show that the cooperation between money and goods offered by the market is able to drive the emotional side of the individual and the role of the environment to support individuals in finding awareness
Monitoramento de empreendedorismo global: o cenário do empreendedorismo no Brasil / Global entrepreneurship monitoring: the entrepreneurship scenario in Brazil
Authors: Monteiro Juliana Soares , Queiroz Katery , Da Silva Marildo Domingos , Caldeira Elizangela Cristina Begido , Silva Josney Freitas , Caldeira Carlos Alípio
Published: February 2023

Este artigo busca analisar o cenário do empreendedorismo no Brasil, dando ênfase as pesquisas do Monitoramento de Empreendedorismo Global (GEM). O principal objetivo é propor análises que determinem os principais motivos que levam uma parcela da população a buscarem a área do empreendedorismo se por necessidade ou por oportunidade. A metodologia aplicada foi uma pesquisa qualitativa com método de análise textual, paralelo foram consultados os relatórios GEM, referentes ao período entre 2001 e 2019. Ao final conclui-se que os relatórios do GEM fornecem as informações sobre as atividades do empreendedorismo no país e, informa ao empreendedor os desafios contínuos no novo negócio.
Análise comparativa do desempenho de blocos de concreto não estruturais produzidos com materiais reciclados
Authors: Gusmão Lucas Eugênio de Melo , Guimarães Thiago de Castro
Published: February 2023

O setor da construção civil é responsável por gerar impactos ambientais devido aos processos de extração de areia, brita e a geração de Resíduos de Construção e Demolição (RCD), sendo necessárias medidas que mitiguem esses efeitos. O presente artigo tem como objetivo avaliar os critérios dimensionais, os desempenhos mecânicos e de transmitância térmica de blocos de concreto dosados com vidros triturados e RCDs em substituição ao agregado miúdo. Para isso, foram avaliados 5 grupos de blocos de concreto, cada um contendo 6 amostras, totalizando 30 blocos. Sendo 2 grupos de blocos convencionais obtidos do comércio local, um contendo blocos com largura de 9 cm e o outro contendo blocos com 14 cm. Dois grupos de blocos com a substituição média de 30% da areia natural por vidros reciclados, com largura de 9 cm e 14 cm, respectivamente; e um grupo contendo blocos com 9 cm de largura com substituição de 40% da areia natural por vidros reciclados e substituição total de pó de pedra e pedriscos por RCDs. Todos os grupos passaram pelos ensaios de análise dimensional, de compressão axial e de transmitância térmica. Os resultados apontam que nenhum grupo apresentou desempenho satisfatório na análise dimensional, apenas os blocos de 14 cm convencionais atingiram a resistência à compressão axial mínima requerida pela ABNT NBR 6136: 2016 para vedação. Os prismas de blocos com 40% de vidro e RCDs apresentaram o melhor desempenho na transmitância térmica.
ПЕДАГОГІКА ДУХОВНОСТІ
Authors: Бойчук Ю. Д. , Гончаренко М. С. , Пруткова О. Л.
Published: February 2023

The article proposes the use of spirituality pedagogy for spiritual education
and upbringing of youth. Its purpose and principles are presented. Emphasis
is placed on the appropriateness of using a synergistic approach for the
development of human spirituality. The image of a new noospheric personality
is outlined as one that is constantly engaged in self-improvement and strives for
internal harmony
ТЕОРЕТИЧНІ ОСНОВИ СУЧАСНОГО СТАВЛЕННЯ ДО ДУХОВНОСТІ ПЕДАГОГА ОСНОВ ЗДОРОВ’Я
Authors: Бойчук Ю. Д. , Гончаренко М. С. , Пруткова О. Л.
Published: February 2023

The modern idea of a person and the leading role of spirituality in its
development shows that a person is not only an intelligent being, a physical body,
but also an inseparable structure consisting of spirit, soul and body. According to
modern ideas, man appears before us as a being consisting of the physical world
and the world of subtle energies