bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Improving the internal hydrological consistency of a process-based solute-transport model by simultaneous calibration of streamflow and stream concentrations
Authors: Salmon-Monviola Jordy , Fovet Ophélie , Hrachowitz Markus
Published: January 2024

Abstract. Improving the consistency of hydrological models, i.e. their ability to reproduce observed system dynamics, is required to increase their predictive power. As the use of streamflow data for calibration is necessary but not sufficient to constrain model and warrant model consistency, other strategies must be considered, in particular the use of additional data sources. The aim of this study is to test whether simultaneous calibration of dissolved organic carbon (DOC) and nitrate (NO3-) concentrations along with streamflow improves the hydrological consistency of a parsimonious solute-transport model. A multi-objective and multi-variable approach was used to evaluate the model in an intensive agricultural headwater catchment. Our results showed that using daily stream concentrations of DOC and NO3- together with streamflow data during calibration did not improve the model's ability to accurately predict streamflow for calibration or evaluation periods. However, the internal consistency of the model was improved for the simulation of low flows, groundwater storage and upstream soil storage, but not for the simulation of riparian soil storage. Parameter uncertainty decreased when the model was calibrated using solute concentrations, except for parameters related to fast and slow reservoir flow. This study shows the added value of using multiple data sources in addition to streamflow data for calibration, in particular DOC and NO3- concentrations, to constrain hydrological models for a better representation of internal hydrological states and flow. With the increasing availability of solute data from catchment monitoring, this approach provides an objective way to improve the internal consistency of hydrological models that can be used with confidence in scenario evaluation.
The Influence of Halal Label, Halal Brand Image, Halal Lifestyle, Halal Product Quality, and Halal Awareness on the Purchase Decision of Ms Glow Products
Authors: Nabilah Amaliya , Zulaikha Siti
Published: January 2024

This study aims to examine and analyze the effect of halal labels, halal brand image, halal lifestyle, halal product quality, and halal awareness on purchasing decisions for MS Glow products. The population in this study are all consumers who buy MS Glow products. This research is included in explanatory research. The sampling technique in this study used a purposive sampling technique. The sample in this study were 192 respondents. The analytical method used in this study is multiple linear regression analysis using SPSS version 25. The results show that halal labels affect purchasing decisions, halal brand image influences purchasing decisions, halal lifestyle influences purchasing decisions, halal product quality influences purchasing decisions purchases, halal awareness affects purchasing decisions. The halal product quality variable has the most dominant influence in determining purchasing decisions for MS Glow products, therefore, companies are required to maintain and improve overall product quality in order to maintain and add consumers amidst very tight competition.
Correlation between class participation and motivation on students' English achievement at SMA Negeri 12 Padang, Kec Nanggalo of west Sumatera
Authors: Syaveny Niza , Johari Indra
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan partisipasi kelas (class participation) (X1) dan motivasi (X2) terhadap hasil belajar bahasa Inggris  (Y) siswa SMA Negeri 12 Padang. Populasi penelitian adalah siswa SMA Negeri 12 Padang dengan jumlah populasi 894 orang. Sample dipilih dengan teknik acak terstratafikasi (stratified random sampling) dengan jumlah sampel sebanyak 100 orang siswa. Pengumpulan data menggunakan observasi dan pengisian angket. Analisis data menggunakan teknik deskriptif kuantitatif dengan bantuan komputer program SPSS versi 20. Berdasarkan hasil analisis data dapat diketahui bahwa pertama terdapat hubungan positif antara (X1)  dengan (Y) dengan kategori tinggi (0,793) dan nilai signifikansi kurang dari 0,05 (0,000<0,05), kedua terdapat hubungan positif  antara (X2)  dengan (Y) dengan kategori tinggi (0,783) dan nilai signifikansi sebesar kurang dari 0,05 (0,000<0,05), ketiga terdapat hubungan positif antara (X1) dan (X2) terhadap (Y) bahasa Inggris siswa dengan harga rhitung 0,849 dan rtabel 0,163 pada taraf signifikansi 5% dan n=100. Hal ini menunjukkan semakin tinggi partisipasi dan motivasi maka semakin baik hasil belajar. Dengan demikian partisipasi dan motivasi menjadi pertimbangan yang baik dalam pembelajaran.
THE EFFECTIVE OF USING PODCAST ON STUDENTS' LISTENING AND LEARNING MOTIVATION
Authors: Pindarosa Niken Peby , Pindarosa Niken Peby
Published: January 2024

Listening activities which are interactive processes need to be presented as interactive processes in learning to increase student motivation. This research was conducted to explore information about improving students' listening skills and interest in learning through the use of podcasts. Qualitative research methods were used in this research. Research on motivational teaching strategies that can improve students' listening skills. The strategy proposed here includes implementing Student Teams Achievement Division (STAD) using podcast media. Research shows that podcasts can not only improve students' listening skills but also increase their active participation in learning activities. Overall, this research shows that the development of English listening skills can be enhanced through podcasts.
Penggunaan music sebagai alat pendukung pembelajaran bahasa Inggris
Authors: Pebrianti Anggita
Published: January 2024

English is the international language most widely used for communication. Learning English is something that must be learned in this modern era. The learning process also plays an important role in the acquisition of the language. The school requires additional English lessons due to the lack of teaching hours from local teachers. The needs of the children at the school are something that must be resolved because English learning must be improved for students. The presence of English teachers at school will really help the early learning process of a foreign language, especially if the teacher can teach English in various ways. There are many ways that can be used to improve students' learning abilities, learning through songs can be used in this process. Learning English through songs can be an effective means of improving students' memory and ability in learning English, this can be proven by the ease with which students can follow and remember songs.
THE UTILIZATION OF CONTEXTUAL TEACHING LEARNING TO ENHANCE STUDENTS’ ENGLISH LEARNING OUTCOMES: AN ACTION RESEARCH
Authors: Fussalam Yahfenel Evi , Silvia Resi , Elmiati Elmiati , Marlina Leni
Published: January 2024

The research on the fifth-grade students of SD Negeri 093 Sungai Abang Village was driven by the researchers’ desire to enhance students' learning outcomes, especially in the subject of English. The researcher's findings indicated that the average student achievement scores were still low, below the Minimum Mastery Criteria (KKM) set by the school. Out of a total of 12 students, only 2 students or 16.7% reached the KKM. As an alternative solution to this issue, the researcher conducted Classroom Action Research (CAR) by implementing the Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) method. The research was conducted in the second semester of the 2022/2023 academic year, involving 12 students. The data analysis results from Cycle I showed that the average class score had reached the KKM, with 9 out of 12 students (75%) reaching the KKM. Students' learning outcomes improved in Cycle II, where almost all students, 11 out of 12 (91.7%), reached the KKM. This research demonstrates that the use of CTL was appropriately applied in English language learning, particularly in the material taught in the higher grade levels as the subject of the research.
Web-Based Goods Delivery Data Archiving Information System (Case Study of Indah Kartasura Logistics Cargo)
Authors: Murti Ardila , Naafian Nuur Rochman , Pantjarani Ari
Published: January 2024

Documents or data are very important and crucial information for a company. One of the important documents for a company is transaction data for a company engaged in a particular field. There needs to be a good filing system so that transaction data can be recorded and used if needed in the future. Indah Logistics Cargo is an agency engaged in the field of freight transportation services to all Regencies and Provinces in Indonesia. The agency already has software that is useful for printing transaction receipts, but there are problems in the customer service section when complaints from customers arise. This happened because there was no data in the software in the customer service section and had to check manually with the administration section. The menual process occurs because there are no access rights granted to the customer service department to view transaction data. The system causes the process to be slow and the customer to be uncomfortable. The purpose of this research is to create a web-based shipping data archiving information system. The author uses the SDLC (System Development Life Cycle) method in the system development process and the PHP programming language and uses the MySQL database. The system that the author designed can produce software that can help the customer service department of CV. Indah Cargo Kartasura in terms of archiving goods delivery transaction data so that the service process to customers is fast and provides a sense of comfort.
Information System for Collecting Customer Collateral Using PHP and MySQL (Case Study BPR BKK, Giritontro, Wonogiri Branch)
Authors: Laraswati Andri , Purbiyanto Eko , Naury Chairullah
Published: January 2024

Rural Credit Bank of Giritontro District (BPR BKK Giritontro) is a financial institution engaged in savings and loans in the Giritontro District of Wonogiri. BPR BKK's customers provide collateral when applying for loans, and once the loans are repaid, the collateral is returned. However, the current collateral retrieval process at BPR BKK Giritontro is done manually through recording in a logbook maintained by administrative staff, leading to issues such as vulnerable and easily lost storage media. Additionally, there can be delays in the retrieval process if the administrative staff is absent, as only they have access to the storage cabinet key. The logbook system also hinders data search efficiency for collateral retrieval verification. This research aims to develop an information system for customer collateral retrieval to assist the administrative department in managing collateral retrieval. The author adopts the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) waterfall model for system development and utilizes PHP programming language and MySQL database for the information system implementation.
Exploratory Study on the Professional Development of University Teachers in the Province Baluchistan, Pakistan
Authors: Khan Najeeb Ullah , Iqbal Mateen , Khakwani Sofia
Published: January 2024

Professional development refers to a set of activities that enhance a teacher's knowledge, skills, performance, and understanding. The study aimed to investigate the influence of training on the professional development of university teachers who underwent training through the National Academy of Higher Education (NAHE) Phase II. The study was mixed methods in nature by employing a concurrent triangulation design. A multistage sampling technique was used; in the first stage, the province of Baluchistan was selected conveniently; in the second stage, the trainees of training centres in the province of Baluchistan were selected universally to collect quantitative data; in the final stage, 60% of course coordinators and 25% of resource persons were selected conveniently for qualitative data to triangulate the responses obtained from trainees. The study utilized two instruments - a questionnaire and an interview schedule. The first instrument, a self-developed questionnaire based on 08 subscales consisting of 55 items, indicated high reliability  was used; the second tool was an interview schedule consisting of 09 questions validated by experts. Qualitative data were analysed by thematic analysis. According to the analyzed data, it has been found that training has a positive impact on the professional development of university faculty. However, the trainees are not satisfied with the research sessions. Overall, the training has a significant positive impact on the professional development of university teachers.
Desigualdad en el gasto y efectos redistributivo de los impuestos: Una aplicación para Argentina
Authors: Costa de Arguibel Facundo , Sánchez Vargas Isabela , Silva Tania Elizabeth
Published: January 2024

Este estudio pretende contribuir a la literatura sobre desigualdad para Argentina a partir del análisis de la desigualdad del gasto de los hogares y los efectos redistributivos de impuestos y subsidios al precio según categoría de productos. Para ello, se considera la contribución relativa de los diferentes componentes del gasto a la inequidad global mediante la descomposición del índice de Gini. Se utiliza la descomposición propuesta por Lerman y Yitzhaki (1984) en base a la Encuesta de Gastos de los Hogares para los años 2017-2018. Los resultados muestran que el gasto en las categorías de alimentos, bebidas y viviendas explican más de un tercio de la desigualdad total del gasto. Además, el análisis de los efectos marginales relativos y las elasticidades indican que los subsidios a alimentos y bebidas, vivienda e indumentaria y calzado, así como los impuestos al gasto en equipamiento y mantenimiento del hogar, esparcimiento y cultura y salud podrían mejorar la distribución del bienestar.
El Rol de las Ciencias del Deporte en la Formación de Entrenadores
Authors: Roetert E. Paul , Lubbers Paul
Published: January 2024

Este artículo comenta cómo el desarrollo de los jugadores para que dominen el juego de tenis ha sido siempre una cuidadosa combinación de arte y ciencia. El artículo resume los enfoques científicos iniciales referidos al entrenamiento mientras define también las metodologías modernas de entrenamiento- según las cuales el siempre presente rol de la ciencia del deporte se ha transformado en un aspecto común dentro de la formación de entrenadores moderna.
World Tennis Number: The new gold standard, or a failure?
Authors: Im SangHyuk , Lee Chang-Hoon
Published: January 2024

The United States Tennis Association (USTA) has recently implemented World Tennis Number (WTN), as their official rating system. It is unknown if this rating system is accurate, therefore, the objective of this study is to determine the predictability of WTN in match outcomes, comparing it to the accuracy at which Universal Tennis Rating (UTR) predicts match outcomes. We collected matches from the 2022 USTA Boys’ 16 & 18 National Championships. For WTN, UTR, and USTA ranking, we compared the predictability of match results using the Area-Under-Receiver- Operating-Characteristic (AUROC) Curve. Of the 806 matches analyzed, players with better WTNs, better UTRs, and better USTA rankings won in 76.8%, 76.7%, and 64.3% of matches, respectively. The predictability of WTN difference between players was comparable to that of UTR difference between players (AUROC, WTN: 0.847 vs UTR: 0.859, P-value = 0.14), and was superior to that of the difference in USTA rankings between players (P-value < 0.001). As WTN was superior to USTA ranking and was as accurate as UTR in terms of predicting match results, its use as a rating system is validated. This result can support the use of WTN for seeding criteria in USTA tournaments.
INVESTIGATION OF LINEAR AND MASS ATTENUATION COEFFICIENT OF OZANOGOGO KAOLIN, AGBOR, DELTA STATE
Authors: Egheneji A. , Molua O. C. , Vwavware O. J. , Osuhor P. , Akpoyibo O. , Eseka K.
Published: January 2024

This study investigates the linear and mass attenuation coefficients of Ozanogogo Kaolin, a material with unique physical and chemical properties, across varying radiation energies. The study aims to contribute to understanding how Ozanogogo Kaolin interacts with radiation, particularly in fields such as medical imaging, radiation therapy, and industrial applications. The research thoroughly explores the material's characteristics, including density, thermal stability, corrosion resistance, and mechanical strength. The linear attenuation coefficient (μ) and mass attenuation coefficient (μ/ρ) are fundamental parameters measured experimentally through a transmission-based technique. The experimental setup includes a radiation source, Ozanogogo Kaolin samples, a radiation detector, and appropriate shielding. The values of attenuation coefficients obtained at different radiation energies are presented, indicating a linear decrease in attenuation with increasing energy. The research discusses the implications of the findings for practical applications, emphasizing Ozanogogo Kaolin's potential in radiation shielding materials and protective equipment. Possible sources of error in the experimental procedure are identified, and recommendations for future research are proposed, including investigations into sample characteristics, comparative studies with other shielding materials, and examinations of material behaviour at higher energies. In conclusion, this study enhances the understanding of Ozanogogo Kaolin's attenuation properties and highlights its potential in diverse applications related to radiation attenuation. The research findings contribute valuable insights for developing improved radiation shielding materials and equipment.
INTRODUCTION OF PHARMACY
Authors: Chaudhary Mr. Zaid , Kumar Mr. Jonny
Published: January 2024

A pharmacopoeia serves as the authoritative reference manual for drug standards, officially recognized by a country or regulatory authority. It defines criteria for drug identity, purity, and potency within a specific region. The document includes monographs detailing drugs, sources, descriptions, testing methods, and formulas. Official compendia, such as the British Pharmacopoeia and Indian Pharmacopoeia, set legal standards, while non-official compendia like the Merck Index serve as secondary references. Pharmacopoeias play a vital role in ensuring drug uniformity, preventing adulteration, and providing comprehensive information. The Indian Pharmacopoeia, established in 1955, undergoes regular updates, featuring advanced techniques and guidelines for quality control.
UNIT OPERATIONS IN PHARMACEUTICAL MANUFACTURING
Authors: Khan Mr. Monish , Alam Mr. Firoz
Published: January 2024

Unit operations are pivotal processes in pharmaceutical manufacturing, each tailored for specific purposes. This chapter provides a comprehensive exploration of key unit operations, including Size Reduction (Hammer Mill, Ball Mill), Size Separation (Cyclone Separator, Sieves), Mixing (Double Cone Blender, Turbine Mixer, Triple Roller Mill, Silverson Mixer Homogenizer), Filtration (Membrane Filter, Sintered Glass Filter), Drying (Fluidized Bed Dryer, Freeze Drying), and Extraction. The discussion encompasses their definitions, objectives, principles, construction, and workings. These operations play critical roles in achieving product quality, from particle size optimization to efficient mixing and moisture removal.
A Sensitive Spectrophotometric Determination of Silver (I) with Blue Tetrazolium Chloride
Authors: Vidka Vassileva Divarova Vidka Vassileva Divarova , Denitsa Dimitrova Kiradzhiyska and Kiril Blazhev Gavazov Denitsa Dimitrova Kiradzhiyska and Kiril Blazhev Gavazov
Published: January 2024

Silver(I)-assisted reduction of Blue tetrazolium chloride (3,3′-(3,3′-dimethoxy[1,1′-biphenyl]-4,4′-diyl)-bis(2,5-diphenyl-2H-tetrazolium) dichloride, BTC) by semicarbazide hydrochloride (SCH) was investigated in water-chloroform medium. The obtained colored products can be used for the visual detection and sensitive liquid-liquid extraction–spectrophotometric determination of Ag(I). Under the optimum conditions the calibration curve (which can be best approximated by a third-order polynomial; R2=0.9990) has two linear segments. For Ag(I) concentrations up to 0.011 g/ml, the linear regression equation had an intercept that was statistically indistinguishable from zero. The limit of detection, limit of quantitation, and molar absorptivity coefficient at λmax=573 nm were 0.6 ng/ml, 2 ng/ml and 1.2and#215;106 l/(molcm), respectively. The regression equation of the second linear segment (0.021–0.028 g/ml) was A = 200γ – 3.5 (R2=0.9989), where γ is the concentration in μg/ml. The relative standard deviation at the 22 ng/ml level (n = 5) was 3.8 %. The effect of concomitant ions was studied, and the analysis of real samples tested the applicability of the developed procedure.
Phytochemical Composition and Antibacterial Properties of Surface Extracts of Six Salvia Species
Authors: Somayeh Zare Somayeh Zare , Maryam Parish Maryam Parish , Mehdi Zare and Amir Reza Jassbi Mehdi Zare and Amir Reza Jassbi
Published: January 2024

The chemistry and biological activity of cuticular waxes and the secondary metabolites produced in the indumentum of different plant organs has been attracting the interest of botanists. This work was aimed to investigate the chemistry and antibacterial activity of the surface extracts (SE) of different organs of six Salvia species. The cuticles and indumenta of the leaves, calyxes, and stems of Salvia atropatana Bunge., S. lachnocalyx Hedge., S. ceratophylla L., S. palaestina Benth., S. persepolitana Boiss., and S. hydrangea DC. ex Benth. were extracted with dichloromethane. The SEs were analyzed using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC/MS). The antibacterial activity of each extract was assessed against Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus epidermidis, and Bacillus subtilis strains using the agar disc diffusion bioassay. The yields of extracts were in the range from 1.1- 2.3% w/w, while the detected compounds constituted 59.3-95.4% of the total extract composition. All species except S. persepolitana contained the sesquiterpenes, including β-caryophyllene (0.5-19.5%) and germacrene D (0.4-12.9%), while sclareol (2.1-75.6%) was the major labdane diterpenoid in the examined Salvia species excepting S. hydrangea. In addition to terpenoids, the analyzed SEs contained long-chain n-alkanes, fatty acids, alcohols, and aldehydes in the range from 4.8-78.5%. E. coli was the most susceptible microorganism to the tested extracts of S. persepolitana calyxes and stems (20 and 18 mm) and the S. lachnocalyx stems (17 mm), respectively. The antibacterial properties of the SEs of the plants suggested their protective role against pathogenic microorganisms, which can be attributed to their major phytochemicals such as sclareol and abienol.
KŁOPOTY Z WSIĄ. WSPÓŁCZESNA ARCHITEKTURA W POSZUKIWANIU TOŻSAMOŚCI WIEJSKIEGO KRAJOBRAZU
Authors: Kolenda Karolina
Published: January 2024

W tekście podjęto rozważania nad współczesną kondycją architektury wiejskiej. Tytułowe „kłopoty z wsią” to zarówno wskazanie na powszechnie krytykowany w literaturze i prasie branżowej charakter polskiej architektury i przestrzeni wiejskiej, jak i nawiązanie do dwóch, omawianych w tekście, publikacji, które ukazały się w latach 2020–2021 (Kłopoty ze sztuką ludową Ewy Klekot oraz Trouble in Paradise, wydanej w związku z wystawą w Pawilonie Polskim na Biennale Architektury w Wenecji). W tekście zawarto podsumowanie głównych wątków dyskusji wokół architektury polskiej wsi oraz zarzutów wysuwanych pod jej adresem, takich jak zaburzenie tradycyjnych układów przestrzennych przez nowe budownictwo, powierzchowne czerpanie z tradycji polskiego dworku czy fasadowość ludowych inspiracji. Na tym tle omówiono dwa projekty, wyróżniające się podejściem do polskiej tradycji architektury wiejskiej: inspirowaną zabudową zagrodową Polską Zagrodę BXB studio Bogusław Barnaś oraz projekty zaprezentowane na wystawie Trouble in Paradise w Pawilonie Polskim na Biennale Architektury w Wenecji.
High Purity Orbital Angular Momentum Modes Reconfiguration Using Uniform Circular Array Antenna to Enhance Channel Capacity and Spectral Efficiency
Authors: . RAKHEE , Bhadada Rajesh , . Usha
Published: January 2024

Technology based on OAM (orbital angular momentum) has great potential for enhancing the bandwidth efficiency of telecommunication systems. Although OAM waves are orthogonal, it is possible to multiplex various modes within a single frequency channel. Significantly, the overall spectrum efficiency, as well as channel capacity, can be improved. Multiple users can share the same frequency channel by using orthogonal modes, which eliminates the requirement for extra resources like time and frequency. This research uses MATLAB code to derive a uniform circular array (UCA) antenna factor under the cylindrical coordinate system. This factor is used to illustrate the array antenna's electric field to generate OAM waves or radio waves that carry the OAM mode. OAM modes can be reconfigured for the no. of UCA elements (N) needed to generate a ripple-free radiation pattern based on the UCA antenna factor. Additionally, the significance of UCA radius and observational distance (the field plane-UCA plane gap) on the phase distribution and radiation pattern from OAM mode 1 to 5 is graphically evaluated and optimized. The MATLAB simulations compute the electric field phase distribution pattern (EFPDP) and normalized radiation pattern (NRP) at 76 GHz. The method predicts the peak, side lobes, and comparable radiation patterns of the radiation pattern, offering an effective means of optimizing OAM modes and analysing trade-offs.
Single Phase Novel H-Type Multilevel Inverter Topology with Optimal Reduction of Power Electronic Devices
Authors: Paul Samrat , Debnath Sourav , Mandal Dipak Kumar , Mahato Bidyut
Published: January 2024

The aim of the research is to develop a novel H-Type multilevel inverter that is capable of generating seventeen levels of asymmetric voltage ratios using only nine power semiconductor switches. This topology can be extended according to various algorithms which are suggested in this paper. For the validation of the proposed topology, simulations are conducted using the MATLAB platform, and the obtained results demonstrate its effectiveness. Specifically, utilizing the first algorithm, voltage levels of 17, 25, 33, and 41 are generated, and various performance parameters are thoroughly examined to establish the efficacy of the topology.
Postural Assessment of Indian Excavation Workers and Prototype Design of Virtual Iron-Pan
Authors: Gajbhiye Manoj T , Das Suman , Das Chandan , Banerjee Debamalya
Published: January 2024

The study was conducted among excavation labourers of the construction sites for five different tasks.  Five postures were selected from the video recorded at the time of data collection.  Analysis of static/dynamic working postures and loads on the various body parts are being done using computer software's which is not possible manually nowadays.  In this study, the postures of excavation labourers were assessed using CATIA software during five various excavation operations. Digital Human Analysis (DHM) was developed in the CATIA software for study. RULA, REBA, biomechanical and lifting analysis were performed to detect body risk and loads on the L4/L5 segment of the vertebral column. CATIA software reveals that the excavation labourers are working at high risk.  The result evaluated by RULA and REBA for all five working postures indicates that all postures require investigation and need immediate change. The result shows that biomechanical loads at the L4/L5 segments are higher than the NIOSH recommended limit for the task of throwing soil and receiving the pan by some outside labourers.  Almost the same effect was observed when lifting of iron-pan where the labourers work in the flexion position. New prototype iron-pan was developed and re-analysis to compare the results with new working techniques in CATIA.   This showed that the prototype iron-pan proposed helps to reduce the ergonomic risk during excavation and related work.  The CATIA software also provides better results by better evaluation of working postures of labourers at excavation sites.
Linear Beam-Down Solar Field Demonstrator: First Results and Validation
Authors: Taramona Sebastián , Gallo Alessandro , LaTourrette-Ghez Evan , Gómez-Hernández Jesús , Villa Briongos Javier
Published: January 2024

Linear beam-down solar fields consist of two stages of reflections that allow to concentrate solar irradiance at ground level. This approach seems promising for coupling with certain industries that require process heat, such as in mining and asphalt industries, in order to reduce their carbon emissions. In this work, the design and construction of a first of its kind linear beam-down Fresnel prototype is presented. First tests show that for the current solar field configuration, concentrations of up to 4.53 suns are achieved for a summer day at around 4 PM local time (UTC +2). Simulation projections show that this result could be enhanced to obtain up to 11.5 suns under the same solar conditions, by improving the mirror aiming system.
Aiming Strategy for a Circular Aperture Receiver: Experimental Validation at PROTEAS
Authors: Sánchez-González Alberto , Erasmus Derwalt J. , Georgiou Marios C.
Published: January 2024

An aiming strategy is developed for a circular aperture receiver at the PROTEAS field in Cyprus. To reduce thermal stress, a uniform flux distribution is searched by minimizing the coefficient of variation and the spillage losses. The combination of k=0.9 and damp=0.85 produces the optimal flux distribution, at the expense of increasing the spillage losses by 21.8 percentage points. To validate the model, heliostat images were utilized to synthetically generate experimental flux maps, both for single and optimized aiming. As a result, the peak flux concentration is decreased from 1090 (single-point aiming) to 367 suns with the uniform distribution.
Equivalent Breakeven Installed Cost
Authors: Zolan Alexander , Augustine Chad , Armijo Kenneth
Published: January 2024

Technoeconomic analysis (TEA) is commonly used to determine economic viability of power-generating technologies, including concentrating solar power (CSP) and thermal (CST) production plants. Levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) and analogous measures provide an estimate of long-term costs for operating power plants over their designed lifetimes by accounting for revenues and costs in a time-discounted manner. While these measures are effective when assessing a technology’s total lifecycle costs and productivity under various designs, TEA of candidate incremental technology improvements from the lens of LCOE can be limited when required investment and LCOE impacts are small. In this work, we propose a novel metric for TEA of a plant component technology that recasts relative changes in levelized system costs into component-specific capital cost budgets. This measure, which we refer to as the equivalent breakeven installed cost, is the maximum budget for the technology component that leads to improved levelized costs. We illustrate the usefulness of this metric using the example of candidate heliostat improvements for a CSP tower plant. Here, the results suggest that a reduction in mirror washing costs yield a total plant O&M cost of $37/kWe-yr, which is a breakeven proposition if the average reflectance is reduced from 0.90 to 0.85 as a result of the cost savings.
Spatio-temporal Landuse/Landcover Dynamics in the Coastal Areas of Limbe and Douala IV Municipalities and Implications on Wetland Regulating Ecosystem Services
Authors: Fuanyi Aminkeng Lucienne , Sunjo Tata Emmanuel , Sounders Balgah
Published: January 2024

Globally, wetlands are ecological hot spots and as a result they supply a plethora provisioning, regulating, supporting and cultural services. Despite their functions, wetlands continue to degrade arising from urban developments (population growth and housing developments, road infrastructural developments, urban agricultures and usage of wetlands as dumpsites). These activities operate via land use/land cover changes at different scales in different areas depending on technology and needs of the population. This paper describes the implications of spatio-temporal land use/ land cover (LULC) dynamics in the Limbe I and III Municipality (L1&3Ms) and Douala IV Municipality (D4M) coastal areas from 1986 to 2022 on wetland ecosystem services. This research made use of Geographic Information System (GIS) technique in describing the land use/cover changes in the study areas. Primary data was obtained through field observations, questionnaires and ground truthing aim at confirming the observations on downloaded satellite imageries. Four Satellite images of different years (1986, 1999, 2013 and 2022) were downloaded from the United State Geologic Survey (USGS) Earth Explorer. Images were imported into Erdas Imagine, 2014 where preprocessing was done and Supervised Classification was adopted for the processing of the image to generate a raster format depicting the designed land cover/land uses; especially the wetlands which constituted one of the themes. Maps were generated to show changes in land use/cover which were transposed into tables and figures to show the trends in magnitude of changes, percentage of change and the rate of change. Within 36 years (1986-2022) built-up increased by 0.75km2 (0.36%) and 1.63km2 (0.45%) while wetlands retreated by -0.2km2 (-.96%) and -0.48km2 (-0.14%) in L1&3M and D4M respectively. Annually, wetlands decreased by - 97.04km2 and -191.54km2 while settlements/infrastructures increased by 294.33km2 and 644.46km2 over the same 36 year periods in L1&3Ms and D4M respectively. Base on wetland regulating services, changes in LULC has exposes neighbourhoods in L1&3Ms to flood vulnerability comprising the vulnerable, less vulnerable, least vulnerable and most vulnerable areas as opposed to two categories of neighbourhoods in D4M (most vulnerable neighbourhood’s and the less vulnerable neighbourhoods). Information on changes in land use-land cover is crucial in delineating impacted areas, understand the type of changes, their spatial patterns and the need for formulating proper urban planning and environmental preservation policies as well as updating these policies with time. GIS analysis of 1986, 1999, 2013, and 2022, indicated that, there have been significant modifications in observed LULC classes (forest cover, farmland and built-up land uses) over L1&3Ms and D4M.
從社會主義走向羅馬法之法源概念－回顧越南法之發展
Authors: 陳堅 陳堅 , 阮呂瓊瓔 阮呂瓊瓔
Published: January 2024

本文探討越南2015年民法及其相關規定中有關私法法源之最新改革。本文認為該次變動使越南重返法國殖民時期下曾經重要的羅馬概念路徑。本文依學理研究、法律移植及法律史之理論而提出新的架構觀點，認為在法源中民事法律概念與長久存在的社會主義法律理論相互結合，可能會複雜化、甚至妨礙合理的、可預測的及穩定之法律制度的健全改革及發展。本文以如何處理內部規範衝突並進一步革新越南私法的法源作結。

 
從高齡整合照護指南（ICOPE）之觀點檢視C級巷弄長照站專業知能－以埔里基督教醫院為例
Authors: 趙美玲 趙美玲 , 詹弘廷 詹弘廷
Published: January 2024

C級巷弄長照站是長者照護的最前端場域，目前整合照護資源及服務素質不齊，影響長照2.0照護之實踐。本文以世衛組織高齡整合照護指南為基準，檢視埔基巷弄長照站現況與人才培育困境。埔基長照站宜再補強的知能包括：建立高齡整合照護的評估系統及追蹤報告，宜增加老人虐待、老人歧視，以及衛生教育技能課程，宜增強制定完整的照顧計畫，以及強化志工服務量。在行政上應加強：應建立長輩一站式整合服務模式、建立正式通報及轉診之服務系統，以及結合多元輔助產品，用於知能教學或服務品質。政府公共政策建議：宜加強照顧服務員之知能；以區域為基礎，盤點可提供之服務，以達公平性服務；提供跨專業整合及全面的照護計畫；鼓勵由下而上發展政策。

 

The Long Term Care (LTC) Stations around the Blocks is the primary prevention front for the elderly in the community. However, the resources and quality of multidisciplinary integrated care vary. According to the implementation framework of ICOPE, the current ability of the LTC station around the blocks to implement procedures outlined by ICOPE and impediments to staff training are examined in this study. Puli LTC Station staff should enhance their knowledge and skills in various areas, including systematic recruitment and case screening, implementing an ICOPE evaluation system with follow-up tracking, providing new training content on elder abuse and discrimination against the elderly, and improving health education for staff to create comprehensive care plans, expand volunteer recruitment, and increase volunteer training and service hours. Public policy recommendations aim to strengthen care abilities and promote regional equity, to provide integrate interdisciplinary care plans and advocate bottom-up policy development for adaptive service models.

 
Emerging roles and responsibilities of libraries in support of reproducible research
Authors: Schmidt Birgit , Chiarelli Andrea , Loffreda Lucia , Sondervan Jeroen
Published: January 2024

Ensuring the reproducibility of research is a multi-stakeholder effort that comes with challenges and opportunities for individual researchers and research communities, librarians, publishers, funders and service providers. These emerge at various steps of the research process, and, in particular, at the publication stage.
Previous work by Knowledge Exchange highlighted that, while there is growing awareness among researchers, reproducible publication practices have been slow to change. Importantly, research reproducibility has not yet reached institutional agendas: this work seeks to highlight the rationale for libraries to initiate and/or step up their engagement with this topic, which we argue is well aligned with their core values and strategic priorities.
We draw on secondary analysis of data gathered by Knowledge Exchange, focusing on the literature identified as well as interviews held with librarians. We extend this through further investigation of the literature and by integrating the findings of discussions held at the 2022 LIBER conference, to provide an updated picture of how libraries engage with research reproducibility.
Libraries have a significant role in promoting responsible research practices, including transparency and reproducibility, by leveraging their connections to academic communities and collaborating with stakeholders like research funders and publishers. Our recommendations for libraries include: i) partnering with researchers to promote a research culture that values transparency and reproducibility, ii) enhancing existing research infrastructure and support; and iii) investing in raising awareness and developing skills and capacities related to these principles.
Göçmenlerde Oluşabilecek Riskler Ve Buna Yönelik Toplum Ruh Sağlığı Hemşiresinin Görevleri
Authors: Çappar Yeldanur , Dönmez Ayşegül
Published: January 2024

Giriş: Bireylerin, kendi ülkelerinde yaşadıkları ekonomik sıkıntılar, savaş, yoksulluk, siyasi baskılar, hastalıklar, eğitim olanakları gibi çeşitli etmenler onları göçe sevk etmektedir. Göç olgusu ruh sağlığı açısından çok önemlidir. Yeni bir ülkeye alışma, kültür çatışması, sağlık sorunlarıyla ilgilenememe, çocukların eğitim ile ilgili sorunları, beslenme ve barınma gibi sorunlar göçmenlerde çeşitli ruhsal sorunlara yol açmaktadır. Travma sonrası stres bozukluğu yaşayan bazı göçmenlerde buna ek olarak majör depresyon ve anksiyete bozukluğu yaşadıkları görülmüştür.
Amaç: Göç eden bireylerin yaşadıkları ruhsal sorunlar ve buna yönelik baş etme yöntemleri araştırıldıktan sonra, oluşan veya oluşabilecek riskler bağlamına ruh sağlığı hemşiresinin göçmenlere yönelik toplumsal hizmetlerini tanımlamaktır.
Gelişme: Göçmenlerde oluşabilecek riskler incelendiğinde; kadın ve çocuk göçmenlerin göç sebepleri, savaş, kıtlık vb. gibi durumlar olarak görülmekteyken, erkek göçmenlerin göç sebepleri arasında daha çok, iş imkanı, barınma ve beslenme olanaklarının yetersizliği gibi durumlar sayılabilmektedir. Göçmenlerde göç edilen ülkede uyum sağlamada zorluk, damgalanma korkusu, depresyon, kültür farklılıkları, dil problemlerinden ortaya çıkan iletişim sıkıntıları ve buna bağlı olarak kadın ve çocuk göçmenlerin sağlık hizmetlerine ulaşımında zorluklar görülmüştür. Son zamanların ortak sorunu olan pandeminin etkisi ile göçmenlerde olan veya oluşabilecek sorunların artmakta olduğu gözlenmiştir. Bu bağlamda toplum ruh sağlığı hemşirelerinin göçmenlere yönelik hizmetlerinde önemli rolleri bulunmaktadır.
Sonuç: Araştırmalar sonucunda göçmenlere yardım edilememesinin en büyük etmeninin iletişim, çevirmenlerin azlığı ve kültür farklılıkları olduğu görülmüştür. Bu derleme makalede göçmenlere yönelik toplum ruh sağlığı hemşireliği hizmetleri okuyucuya aktarılacaktır.
Hemşirelerle ve Hemşirelerin Dahil Olduğu Sağlık Çalışanlarıyla Yapılan COVİD-19 İle İlgili Çalışmalar: Türkiye Örneği
Authors: Van Gıersbergen Meryem Yavuz , Dolgun Eda , Çankaya Askeri , Aykut Züleyha
Published: January 2024

Amaç: Türkiye’de Mart 2020- Temmuz 2021 tarihleri arasında COVID 19 ile ilgili hemşirelerle ve hemşirelerin dahil olduğu sağlık çalışanlarıyla yapılan çalışmalar incelendi.
Yöntem: Geriye dönük tanımlayıcı tipte olan çalışma Temmuz 2021 tarihinde internet ortamında yapıldı. Gelişmiş ve detaylı taramada “COVID 19”, “pandemi” ve “hemşire” anahtar kelimeleri girilerek Türkiye’de COVID 19 pandemisi sürecinde hemşireler ile ilgili yapılan çalışmalar tarandı. DergiPark Akademik 400 makaleden başlık uyumuna göre 52; Google Akademik 2450 makaleden başlık uyumuna göre 110 olmak üzere 162 çalışma incelendi. İncelenen çalışmalarda sınırlamalara uyan 31 çalışma araştırmanın örneklemini oluşturdu. Makale özelliklerini incelemek amacıyla araştırmacılar tarafından oluşturulan veri formu kullanıldı. Veriler sayı yüzde olarak sunuldu.
Bulgular: Kriterlere uyan 31 çalışmadan altısının sadece hemşirelerle yürütüldüğü, diğer 25 çalışmanın hemşirelerinde dahil olduğu farklı sağlık çalışanları ile yapıldığı görüldü. Çalışmalardaki örneklem ortalamasının 284.09 (min:15, max: 2076) olduğu, en az altı hemşirenin, en çok 1014 hemşirenin katıldığı görüldü. İncelenen çalışmaların on dokuzunun anksiyete/stres, beşinin deneyim ve hazırlık, dördünün pandeminin etkisi, ikisinin koruyucu ekipman kullanımı ve etkileri, birinin ise toplulukçu yeterlilik konularında olduğu görüldü. Çalışmalarda 33 farklı ölçeğin kullanıldığı görüldü.
Sonuç: Çalışmalardan altısının sadece hemşirelerle yürütüldüğü görüldü. Yapılan çalışmalarda sağlık çalışanlarının COVID 19 pandemisinden hem fiziksel hem de ruhsal olarak etkilendiği görüldü. Çalışmalarda sağlık çalışanlarına psikolojik desteğin sağlanması, uygun çalışma ortamı ve koruyucu ekipmanların sağlanması ve çalışma saatlerinin yeniden planlanması önerilmektedir. İncelenen literatür taramasında yeterli sayıda çalışmanın olmadığı bu sürecin hemşireler üzerindeki etkisini gösterecek çalışmalara ihtiyaç olduğu görüldü.
Nalar Sufisme dalam Pengarustamaan Moderasi Beragama di Indonesia
Authors: Islamy Athoillah
Published: January 2024

The mainstreaming of religious moderation in  Indonesian is not welcomed positively by all elements of society. This is because there are some views that consider the mainstreaming of religious moderation as a form of liberalization or secularization of religion in state life. Through a normative-philosophical approach, this qualitative study aims to identify and explore the content of Sufism values on the four indicators of religious moderation formulated by the Ministry of Religious Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia. Data collection of this study through documentation. Data analysis includes the stages of reduction, presentation, and verification. The results of this study show the dimensions of Sufism values in indicators of religious moderation in Indonesia, including the value of mahabbah in indicators of tolerance and anti-radicalism, namely in the formation of Islamic religion full of compassion, love, and peace. Then, the value of itsar on the indicator of national commitment, namely in the formation of Islamic religion that maintains mutual benefit for the integration of social life. Furthermore, the value of futuwwah on indicators accommodating to local culture, namely in the formation of Islamic religion that is fair and non-discriminatory against cultural plurality. The theoretical implications of this study emphasize that there is a meeting point related to the manifestation of the value of Sufism teachings with indicators of religious moderation in Indonesia. The limitation of this study is that it has not examined the program of the Ministry of Religious Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia in socializing the integration of Sufism values with various indicators of religious moderation that it formulated.
ANALISIS MINAT UMAT BUDDHA DALAM MELAKSANAKAN AṬṬHASĪLA PADA SEBULAN PENGHAYATAN DHAMMA DI VIHARA VIRYA JAYALOKA, DESA GEMBONGAN, KECAMATAN PONGGOK, KABUPATEN BLITAR
Authors: Ariyanto Dwi
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan minat umat Buddha dan menganalisis faktor-faktor yang mendorong dan menghambat umat Buddha dalam  melaksanakan Aṭṭhasīla pada Sebulan Penghayatan Dhamma. Penelitian ini merupakan jenis penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan deskritif. Teknik pengumpulan data dalam penelitian ini mengunakan wawancara, observasi, dan dokumentasi. Sedangkan teknik untuk menguji keabsahan data, yaitu mengunakan teknik triangulasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa minat umat Buddha dalam melaksanakan Aṭṭhasīla pada sebulan penghayatan dhamma belum maksimal. Fakta yang terjadi banyak umat yang masih enggan datang ke vihara dan melaksanakan Aṭṭhasīla. Ada beberapa faktor yang  mendorong dan menghambat umat Buddha dalam melaksanakn Aṭṭhasīla. Faktor pendorong dalam melaksanakan Aṭṭhasīla yaitu niat (cetana), semangat (vīrīya), kesadaran (sati), keyakinan (sadha), rasa malu (hīri), lingkungan, keluarga, dan adanya doorprize. Dengan adanya niat yang kuat mampu mendorong seseorang dalam melaksanakan Aṭṭhasīla. Sedangkan faktor yang menghambat seseorang dalam menjalankan Aṭṭhasīla adalah kemalasan, kondisi fisik, teman sebaya, dan acara televisi.
ANALISIS VYAGGAPAJJA TERHADAP KELUARGA HITTA SUKHAYA
Authors: Eko Siswoyo
Published: January 2024

Berbagai jenis kebutuhan dasar seperti yang telah disebutkan, ternyata dalam memenuhinya ternyata tidaklah mudah dan apabila tidak terpenuhi kebutuhan dasar dalam sebuah keluarga, dapat mengakibatkan ketidak bahagiaan keluarga dan ketidak bahagiaan yang telah mencapai taraf serius dapat mengakibatkan ketidak bahagiaan keluarga namun pada Setiap perumah tangga mengharapkan keluarga yang bahagia baik lahir dan batinnya namun umat buddha banyak kurang memahami bagaimana mengamalkan nilai-nilai dari vyaggapajja sutta yang diajarkan oleh sang Buddha. metode penulisan menggunakan studi kepustaaan. Adapun tujuan dan pertimbangan dari penulisan meggunakan metode penelitian studi kepustakaan ini adalah untuk memperjelas permasalahan, maksudnya dengan adanya studi kepustakaan itu, maka permasalahan yang dikemukakan akan semakin jelas arah. Untuk membentuk hitta sukhaya (keluarga bahagia), suami istri perlu tahu bagaimana cara menjalan kehiduan keluarga dan  tahu tentang cara memperoleh  kebahagiaan keluarga dalam kehiduan sekarang yaitu: Memiliki ketekunan (utthana-sampada), memiliki keseksamaan (arakkha-sampada), memiliki sahabat yang baik (kalyana-mitta )dan hidup seras, selaras serta seimbang (samma-jivikata
IMPLEMENTASI ATTHANGA SAMANAGATA UPOSATHA DALAM UPOSATHA-DIVASA ATAU HARI UPOSATHA
Authors: Try Purnomo Danang , Yudhi
Published: January 2024

Penelitian ini mendiskusikan mengenai pelaksanaan uposatha. Uposatha merupakan hari khusus untuk melaksanakan peraturan latihan tertentu (Sikkhapada). hari uposatha biasanya  di laksanakan pada tanggal tanggal 1,8,15, dan 23 malam menurut penanggalan lunar. Penelitian ini bertujan  untuk untuk mengetahui dan menjelaskan tradisi uposatha atthasila dalam agama Buddha, menjelaskan implementasi atau hal-hal yang harus dilaksanakan pada saat melaksanakan uposatha sila, menjelaskan manfaat dari tradisi uposatha atthasila dalam agama Buddha. Jenis penelitian ini adalah dekriptif kualitatif. Data diperolah dari hasil wawancara secara mendalam dan kajian kepustakaan. Berdasarkan temuan dilapangan diperoleh bahwa setiap hari uposatha banyak umat buddha yang belum mengetahui pelaksanaan atha sila  atau delapan sila dan manfat dalam pelaksanaan uposatha sila.