bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Design and implementation of intelligent electronic component inspection based on PLC and vision system
Authors: Ikatrinasari Zulfa Fitri , Herlambang Hendi , Kosasih Kosasih
Published: December 2023

Customer demands for product quality are increasingly complex, requiring better inspection accuracy. It is not enough if done manually because it requires high costs and varying operator accuracy. Automatic vision inspect­ion was developed to check the product quality of terminal-type electronic components To solve this problem. Design intelligent inspection uses a conveyor driven by a stepper motor, a photosensor to calculate product distance, guides position to direct the product, a vision camera to detect product quality, cylinder ejection for product selection, and PLC as a control system. The process of detecting normal and abnormal product quality is carried out using computer logic control, then separating the ab­normal product into the reject box through the ejection cylinder. The machine speed is 60 pieces/minute. The system evaluation results are carried out on three parts of the system: the success rate on the vision camera is 100%, automatic product sorting through the cylinder ejection rate success is 100%, and the success rate for product positioning is 97.5%. This research provides a useful reference for developing intelligent automatic inspection technology in electronic components.
Optimizing lot sizing model for perishable bread products using genetic algorithm
Authors: Asih Hayati Mukti , Leuveano Raden Achmad Chairdino , Dharmawan Dhimas Arief
Published: December 2023

This research addresses order planning challenges related to perishable products, using bread products as a case study. The problem is how to effi­ci­ently manage the various bread products ordered by diverse customers, which requires distributors to determine the optimal number of products to order from suppliers. This study aims to formulate the problem as a lot-sizing model, considering various factors, including customer demand, in­ven­tory constraints, ordering capacity, return rate, and defect rate, to achieve a near or optimal solution, Therefore determining the optimal order quantity to reduce the total ordering cost becomes a challenge in this study. However, most lot sizing problems are combinatorial and difficult to solve. Thus, this study uses the Genetic Algorithm (GA) as the main method to solve the lot sizing model and determine the optimal number of bread products to order. With GA, experiments have been conducted by combining the values of population, crossover, mutation, and generation parameters to maximize the feasibility value that represents the minimal total cost. The results obtained from the application of GA demonstrate its effectiveness in generating near or optimal solutions while also showing fast computational performance. By utilizing GA, distributors can effectively minimize wastage arising from expired or perishable products while simultaneously meeting customer demand more efficiently. As such, this research makes a significant contri­bution to the development of more effective and intelligent decision-making strategies in the domain of perishable products in bread distribution.
Traceability Number-Driven Livestock Inventory Management IoT System Utilizing Electronic Scale Access Control Technology
Authors:   Korean Institute of Smart Media, Jeon Youchan
Published: December 2023

In December 2014, Livestock and Livestock Products Traceability Act was established, allowing consumers to receive livestock traceability information. While the Livestock Traceability System provides consumers with transparent and fair information about their food, it has brought increased workload and penalty burdens to stakeholders in the livestock industry. In this paper, we propose an IoT system for inventory management based on traceability numbers to enable sellers to conveniently provide livestock traceability information to consumers. We analyzed the protocol for managing data from electronic scales and conducted functional testing and verification on mobile devices. Furthermore, we implemented the design and system functionality, taking into account UI/UX on Android OS-based devices to synchronize and interconnect traceability and product information with electronic scales. We anticipate that the proposed approach will minimize user inconvenience and raise production efficiency in the existing market.
Evaluating the densities and distribution of root-lesion nematodes (Partylenchus spp.) in wheat grown in Canterbury, New Zealand
Authors: Thiellier Maarten J , Kularathna Manjula
Published: December 2023

Species of root-lesion nematode (Pratylenchus spp.) are associated with significant reductions in wheat yield in wheat-growing regions around the world. Of these, Pratylenchus thornei and P. neglectus are known to cause the highest damage to the Australasian wheat industry. New Zealand is known to produce high wheat yields on a per-hectare basis yet little research has been conducted to date to determine the effects of Pratylenchus spp. on the production of wheat in New Zealand. Therefore, as the first step towards filling this knowledge gap, the current research focused on conducting surveys to determine the population densities and distribution of Pratylenchus spp. in wheat-growing regions in Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand. Surveys were conducted at ten selected sites that were geographically distinct from each other. At six of the ten sites, lesion nematode populations were reported to be above the recorded Australian threshold of 2000 nematodes per kg of soil. In Australia, it’s been recorded that around 50% yield reductions can occur in intolerant wheat varieties when population densities reaches this number. Differences in population density within each location was also observed indicating the uneven distribution of lesion nematodes within a field. Morphological measurements of the nematodes collected from multiple sites during this study confirmed the presence of P. thornei and P. neglectus in Canterbury wheat-producing areas indicating a potential threat to the New Zealand wheat industry by root-lesion nematodes. Further studies need to be conducted to fully understand the situation and to develop management strategies to mitigate threats from nematodes.
Biological Invasions of Begomoviruses: A Case Study of TYLCV and Bemisia tabaci in Oman
Authors: Quazi M. I. Haq  , Fatma H. Alrasbi  , Alzahra A. A. Alnaabi  , Marwa S. M. Alsaadi
Published: December 2023

This review article provides an in-depth analysis of the biological invasions of begomoviruses, focusing on a prominent case study involving the Tomato Yellow Leaf Curl Virus (TYLCV) and its vector, the whitefly Bemisia tabaci, in the unique agricultural landscape of Oman. Begomoviruses, known for their global impact on crop yields, have become a significant concern in Oman, posing a serious threat to the cultivation of various crops, particularly tomatoes. The review begins by exploring the molecular characteristics and ecological dynamics of TYLCV and Bemisia tabaci, shedding light on the intricate interactions between the virus, the vector, and the host plants. Through a comprehensive analysis of historical data and recent research findings, the article examines the patterns and pathways of invasion, elucidating the factors contributing to the successful establishment and spread of TYLCV in Oman. The impacts of TYLCV invasion on agricultural productivity and crop quality are critically evaluated, providing insights into the specific challenges faced by Omani farmers. Special attention is given to the socio-economic repercussions of TYLCV-induced crop losses, emphasizing the need for adaptive management strategies to mitigate the negative consequences on food security and rural livelihoods.
Furthermore, the review assesses the current state of knowledge regarding the management and control of TYLCV and Bemisia tabaci in Oman. It discusses the successes and limitations of existing strategies, ranging from conventional practices to innovative biotechnological approaches, providing a foundation for future research directions and the development of sustainable management practices in the context of biological invasions of begomoviruses in Oman. Overall, this review contributes to a nuanced understanding of the complex interplay between invasive begomoviruses, their vectors, and local agricultural systems, offering valuable insights for researchers, policymakers, and practitioners engaged in crop protection and biosecurity in Oman and beyond.
SPATIAL AND STRUCTURAL COMPLEXITY OF CEREBRAL HEMISPHERES IN MALE AND FEMALE BRAIN: FRACTAL AND QUANTITATIVE ANALYSES OF MRI BRAIN SCANS
Authors: Maryenko Nataliia , Stepanenko Oleksandr
Published: December 2023

Objectives: The aim of the present study was to compare the features of the structural complexity of the cerebral hemispheres in men and women using fractal analysis of outlined and skeletonized images, as well as quantitative analysis of digital skeletons of the cerebral hemispheres. Material and Methods: Magnetic resonance imaging brain scans of 100 individuals aged 18-86 years (44 males and 56 females) were investigated. Five tomographic sections of each brain were selected for morphometric study (4 coronal and 1 axial sections). The sections were preprocessed, and outlined and skeletonized images were obtained. Fractal analysis was conducted using the two-dimensional box counting method, and fractal dimensions of outlined and skeletonized images were determined. Additionally, quantitative analysis of skeletonized images was performed, determining the following parameters: branches, junctions, end-point voxels, junction voxels, slab voxels, triple points, quadruple points, average branch length, and maximum branch length. Results: We observed that both variants of fractal dimension in males and females did not show significant differences, although most quantitative parameters in males were larger than those in females. Conclusions: The spatial and structural complexity of the cerebral hemispheres, as characterized by fractal dimensions, is almost indistinguishable between males and females. However, in some individual tomographic sections, the male brain may exhibit a slightly higher number of end-point voxels, corresponding to the gyri of the cerebral hemispheres. The obtained data can be used in clinical practice for diagnostic purposes (e.g., for detecting malformations) and for theoretical studies in neuroanatomy.
The bayesvl computing program saw increasing downloads in November 2023
Authors: Team AISDL
Published: December 2023

According to data provided by CRAN, in November 2023, the number of downloads of the bayesvl program reached 293, showing an increase of +57.5% compared to the previous month.
Etika Secure Payment pada Penerapan QRIS Untuk Bisnis UMKM
Authors: Raymond Patrick , Sauqi Muhammad Azka Nabhan , Mardkawati Bunga Harumalia , Wiryateja Rakha , Arini Florentina Yuni , Pradana Fahri
Published: December 2023

Pada artikel ini akan dibahas metode pembayaran yang sedang marak dipakai saat ini yaitu penggunaan metode pembayaran berbasis scan QR code yang disinyalir oleh Bank Indonesia yang mengeluarkan fitur pembayaran baru dengan nama Quick Response Code Indonesia Standard (QRIS). Pembayaran ini sangat diminati dikalangan usaha mikro, kecil, dan menengah (UMKM). Melalui pendekatan kualitatif dan survei literatur, penelitian ini menganalisis kerangka kerja etika yang relevan dan faktor-faktor keamanan yang terkait dengan aplikasi QRIS. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pentingnya etika dalam penggunaan QRIS untuk pembayaran bisnis UMKM dapat mempengaruhi kepercayaan pelanggan dan integritas sistem transaksi (Agustin, 2023). Jurnal ini juga akan mengidentifikasi beberapa tantangan etika yang berpotensi muncul, seperti privasi pelanggan, keamanan data, dan keadilan dalam akses teknologi. Penelitian pada jurnal ini memberikan kontribusi dalam pemahaman etika secure payment pada metode pembayaran QRIS khususnya di kalangan UMKM serta pandangan yang komprehensif terkait peran etika dalam memperkuat keamanan transaksi digital. Implikasi praktis dari isi pembahasan pada jurnal ini ditujukan untuk membantu meningkatkan kebijakan keamanan dan praktis bisnis yang etis dalam penerapan QRIS untuk pembayaran bisnis UMKM sehingga perkembangan teknologi pembayaran sejalan dengan keamanan penggunaannya.
Supplement III:49-2
Authors: Akmut Camille
Published: December 2023

GCCX : Trip to Itou and 'On the Pacific' (Supplement to the History of computer science and technology)
Term-Delimited Investment Strategy: Fixed Strata and Dollar-for-Dollar Targets
Authors: Maxfield Sean Alexander
Published: December 2023

The negative correlation between return on capital goals and risk applied arguably is unavoidable. There are many ways to hedge against one's downside, however, they all simply work within the paradox and contribute to lower return on capital goals because they have dual anti-risk anti-reward impacts: not innovating. This is a simple theory and framework for using the compounding effect to make the same return on capital goal less risky and more approachable (In no way is this approach expected to eliminate the above risk). Through term-delimited stop-wins (limit-sale orders on the positive cost basis) and a somewhat high risk portfolio profile fund management work can be more effective and simple. This relies on relative formulas which act as the stewards of a disciplined style.
Etika Dalam Pencegahan Plagiarisme Shopee Live
Authors: kilau lintang , Magdalena Linda , Ramadhan Hadid , Kristo Gilbertus , Adama Faisal , Arini Florentina Yuni
Published: December 2023

Dalam perkembangan teknologi yang semakin pesat dan maju, Hak cipta mempunyai peran yang sangat penting dalam perkembangannya, salah satunya dalam konteks pengembangan aplikasi. Artikel ini memfokuskan pada peranan yang mendalam dari hak cipta untuk menjamin kreativitas dan inovasi dalam aplikasi modern. Hak cipta sebagai pengembang dapat difokuskan terutama pada fitur - fitur inovatif seperti Shopee Live di platform belanja Shopee. Hak cipta dalam hal ini memberikan apresiasi kepada kreativitas pengembang sekaligus melindungi karyanya dari hal - hal yang tidak diinginkan seperti plagiarisme. Dengan hal tersebut, hak cipta memungkinkan Shopee mencegah plagiarisme dan menjaga integritas fitur - fitur aplikasinya. Hak cipta yang mempunyai keterlibatan pencegahan plagiarisme hak cipta dalam konten Shopee Live diuraikan mulai dari kompleksitas pengembangan fitur yang melibatkan berbagai ahli IT hingga dampaknya terhadap etika pengembangan yang dilakukan oleh seorang developer konten agar tidak melanggar hak cipta orang lain. Etika dalam konten Shopee Live mengedepankan keaslian dan penghormatan terhadap hak kekayaan intelektual. Pengembang konten Shopee harus memastikan bahwa fitur yang disediakan tidak dapat dieksploitasi untuk tujuan pelanggaran hak cipta, dan hal ini menyoroti pentingnya edukasi kepada pengguna tentang hal ini. praktik konten etis dalam melakukan penjualan langsung.
Retractions in Arts and Humanities: an Analysis of the Retraction Notices
Authors: Heibi Ivan , Peroni Silvio
Published: December 2023

The aim of this work is to understand the retraction phenomenon in the arts and humanities domain through an analysis of the retraction notices – formal documents stating and describing the retraction of a particular publication. The retractions and the corresponding notices are identified using the data provided by Retraction Watch. Our methodology for the analysis combines a metadata analysis and a content analysis (mainly performed using a topic modeling process) of the retraction notices. Considering 343 cases of retraction, we found that many retraction notices are neither identifiable nor findable. In addition, these were not always separated from the original papers, introducing ambiguity in understanding how these notices were perceived by the community (i.e., cited). Also, we noticed that there is no systematic way to write a retraction notice. Indeed, some retraction notices presented a complete discussion of the reasons for retraction, while others tended to be more direct and succinct. We have also reported many notices having similar text while addressing different retractions. We think a further study with a larger collection should be done using the same methodology to confirm and investigate our findings further.
Implementation of a Business Plan as a Foundation for Innovative Business Development
Authors: Florencia Alberta
Published: December 2023

To be an effective leader in order to encourage innovations for the company, we must share information with each other so that the innovation obtained is increasingly widespread in the supply chain, within the company business strategy plays a very important role in the success of digital transformation, we also have to carry out data analysis so that management finances can innovate, during the previous pandemic we had to continue to innovate so that the company could survive, a creative mindset can influence the company's innovation ability.
Etika Penggunaan ChatGPT Sebagai Pendukung dalam Penulisan Karya Ilmiah
Authors: Nirwandi Muhammad Rifqy , Abshar Muhammad Ulil , Azahra Finka Nindy , Fabhian Muhammad , Arini Florentina Yuni
Published: December 2023

Artikel ini membahas peran ChatGPT dalam mendukung civitas akademika dalam menulis karya ilmiah. Artikel ini memberikan wawasan mendalam tentang alat ini. Fokus utama artikel adalah pada persiapan penulisan karya ilmiah dengan ChatGPT, termasuk pemahaman fitur dan pencarian topik yang sesuai. Selanjutnya, artikel menjelaskan bagaimana ChatGPT dapat digunakan untuk mengembangkan ide dan argumentasi, memperdalam pengetahuan, dan menemukan contoh serta ilustrasi. Dalam mengatasi kendala penulisan karya ilmiah, seperti writer's block dan masalah teknis, ChatGPT juga dapat memberikan solusi yang efektif. Melalui pendekatan praktis, artikel ini memberikan panduan dalam memanfaatkan ChatGPT secara optimal. Dengan merangkum metode penelitian dan hasil yang dapat dicapai, artikel ini menggarisbawahi pentingnya ChatGPT sebagai alat bantu yang efisien dan efektif dalam menulis karya ilmiah yang baik.
Constants Representing The Plane Figurate Numbers
Authors: Llorente Antonio Gracia
Published: December 2023

This study introduces some hypergeometric related functions that links each type of plane figurate number to a unique irrational constant. This constant is then utilized within a recurrence relation to systematically generate the respective figurate number sequence. Our investigation further explores the Engel series associated with these sequences.
ANALISIS STUDI KELAYAKAN BISNIS DALAM ASPEK PEMASARAN PADA USAHA MIKRO KECIL DAN MENENGAH (UMKM) KERUPUK BASAH SAMBAL RAJA
Authors: Nurbainah Wita
Published: December 2023

Penulisan penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui Studi Kelayakan Bisnis dalam aspek pemasaran suatu bisnis Usaha Mikro Kecil dan Menengah (UMKM) pada Kerupuk Basah Sambal Raja. Metode penelitian yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah kualitatif. Hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa Studi Kelayakan Bisnis berpengaruh untuk menimbang apakah usaha yang dijalankan ini layak atau tidak dalam aspek pemasaran.
Society 5.0 and Sustainable Business Planning Overcoming Global Challenges
Authors: Salang Agustinus Vigor
Published: December 2023

The relationship between Society 5.0 and sustainable business planning in overcoming global challenges. Society 5.0 offers the concept of an inclusive society that utilizes technology, including artificial intelligence, to solve social and environmental problems. Sustainable business planning is the key to creating a resilient business for its time, with the integration of artificial intelligence to increase its effectiveness.
Sustainable Development Goals and energy transition in Latin America and the Caribbean: The quest to reduce social and economic inequalities
Authors: Menezes Daniel Francisco Nagao , Vedovato Luís Renato
Published: December 2023

El estudio evalúa los vínculos entre la transición energética existentes en América Latina y el Caribe y los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (ODS) relacionados con la innovación (ODS 9), la igualdad (ODS 10) y las instituciones (ODS 16). El estudio sostiene que si las opciones de tecnología energética en la región continúan siendo impulsadas por la racionalidad tecnoeconómica, muchas demandas impuestas a la transición energética seguirán sin satisfacerse, es decir, no se resuelven los desafíos preexistentes (ODS 9, 10 y 16). Por tanto para que la transición energética sea equitativa y compatible con el clima, es necesario conceptualizar e implementar en la práctica nuevas formas de integrar y actuar sobre el conocimiento inter y transdisciplinario, lo que implica la creación de una interfaz entre las comunidades locales (conocimiento indígena y comunidad), comunidad de investigación (conocimiento local e internacional sobre clima-energía) y formuladores de políticas (conocimiento sobre políticas).
Etika dalam Keamanan Cloud Service Providers “IaaS”
Authors: Nurrohman Taufik , Putra Farrel Arkesya Kahira , Hamson Hanivianka Amelia , Anas Rizal , Fadhila Muhammad Ammar Hanan , Arini Florentina Yuni
Published: December 2023

Keamanan dan privasi data di IaaS jadi fokus utama. Integritas data penting untuk mencegah akses tidak sah. Tantangannya termasuk kepemilikan, keamanan, dan privasi data, terutama saat dikelola oleh entitas berbeda. Manajemen data aman, terutama yang tidak dienkripsi, jadi tanggung jawab penyedia IaaS. Isu etika terkait keamanan dan privasi data di IaaS memiliki dampak besar. Penelitian etika semakin penting seiring kemajuan teknologi. Eksplorasi lebih lanjut diharapkan memberikan pemahaman mendalam terhadap tantangan dan peluang saat ini.
Pengaruh Plagiarisme AI Generated Images pada Hak Cipta Pelukis Ilustrasi Digital
Authors: afif muhammad ilham , Arsanti Aisha Widya , Nugroho Athalla Cahyo , Suryaputra Dzaky Fadhillah
Published: December 2023

Dalam beberapa tahun terakhir, perkembangan teknologi kecerdasan buatan (AI) telah membawa pertanyaan penting mengenai hak cipta dan kepemilikan intelektual dalam konteks AI. Dalam situasi di mana AI mampu menghasilkan karya seni visual, muncul kontroversi terkait kepemilikan hak cipta atas karya tersebut. Tulisan ini mengkaji persyaratan orisinalitas dan fiksasi dalam hak cipta, khususnya dalam sistem hukum Indonesia. Penelitian menyoroti perbedaan antara orisinalitas dan kebaruan serta mengklarifikasi bahwa AI tidak dapat dianggap sebagai pemilik intelektual. Oleh karena itu, karya yang dihasilkan oleh AI mungkin tidak mendapatkan perlindungan hak cipta dan dapat menjadi domain publik.Dengan menggunakan metode literatur, jurnal ini membahas aspek etika dalam pengembangan AI, khususnya dalam konteks penerapan AI dalam kehidupan manusia. Dalam hal ini, poin-poin penting termasuk keselamatan pengguna, transparansi, kepatuhan terhadap etika, penggunaan data yang sehat, dan regulasi yang bijak. Penting untuk memastikan bahwa penggunaan AI tidak membahayakan nyawa manusia atau mengganggu kedamaian serta keselamatan umat manusia. Regulasi yang bijak juga diperlukan untuk memantau penggunaan teknologi AI dan memastikan aspek keselamatan, privasi, dan etika terpenuhi. Kata kunci : Artificial Intelligence (AI) image generator, Hak paten (HAKI), Seniman Ilustrasi digital, dan Etika profesi
Brain-Inspired Machine Intelligence: A Survey of Neurobiologically-Plausible Credit Assignment
Authors: Ororbia Alexander G.
Published: December 2023

In this survey, we examine algorithms for conducting credit assignment in artificial neural networks that are inspired or motivated by neurobiology, unifying these various processes under one possible taxonomy. Our proposed taxonomy is constructed based on how a learning algorithm answers a central question underpinning the mechanisms of synaptic plasticity in complex adaptive neuronal systems: where do the signals that drive the learning in individual elements of a network come from and how are they produced? In this unified treatment, we organize the ever-growing set of brain-inspired learning processes into six general families and consider these in the context of backpropagation of errors and its known criticisms. The results of this review are meant to encourage future developments in neuro-mimetic systems and their constituent learning processes, wherein lies an important opportunity to build a strong bridge between machine learning, computational neuroscience, and cognitive science.
Menjaga Batas Etika Pengguna: Kesadaran Privasi dalam Interaksi dengan E-Government
Authors: Rakaditya Joshua Abbel , Mansiz Muhammad Ilhan , Aldorino Muhammad Ivan , Philia Zerin Angellyca , Wicaksono Agung Imam , Arini Florentina Yuni
Published: December 2023

Privasi, kesadaran pengguna, dan E-Government merupakan aspek yang saling terkait dalam era digital. Kesadaran privasi pengguna berperan penting dalam membentuk perilaku terhadap layanan E-Government, memerlukan kampanye edukasi yang mencakup hak privasi individu, konsekuensi pelanggaran privasi, dan langkah-langkah melindungi data pribadi. Penerapan E-Government menuntut langkah-langkah strategis pemerintah untuk menjaga privasi data, melibatkan keamanan informasi, regulasi yang kuat, dan peningkatan kapasitas SDM. Privasi tidak hanya hak individu tetapi juga membangun kepercayaan masyarakat, meskipun tantangan nyata seperti kasus kebocoran data BPJS menunjukkan kesenjangan antara teori dan praktik perlindungan privasi. Perlindungan hukum, seperti UU ITE dan PP 71/2019, memberikan landasan, namun implementasinya menghadapi kendala kesadaran masyarakat dan sumber daya manusia. Respon masyarakat terhadap keamanan privasi data mencerminkan pentingnya kepercayaan dalam E-Government, dengan tuntutan tanggung jawab dan solusi efektif dari pemerintah. Meningkatkan kesadaran privasi melibatkan berbagai strategi, termasuk kampanye edukasi dan transparansi praktik E-Government. Policies privacy, seperti UU ITE dan PP 71/2019, menjadi instrumen kunci untuk membangun kepercayaan dan mengatur pengelolaan data dalam E-Government.
Mapping Semantic Space: Exploring the Higher-order Structure of Word Meaning
Authors: Diveica Veronica , Muraki Emiko Joanne , Binney Richard J. , Pexman Penny M.
Published: December 2023

Multiple representation theories posit that concepts are represented via a combination of properties derived from sensorimotor, affective, and linguistic experiences. Recently, it has been proposed that information derived from social experience, or socialness, represents another key aspect of conceptual representation. How these various dimensions interact to form a coherent conceptual space has yet to be fully explored. To address this, we capitalized on openly available word property norms for 6339 words and conducted a large-scale investigation into the relationships between 18 dimensions. An exploratory factor analysis reduced the dimensions to six higher-order factors: sub-lexical, distributional, visuotactile, body action, affective and social interaction. All these factors explained unique variance in performance on lexical and semantic tasks, demonstrating that they make important contributions to the representation of word meaning. An important and novel finding was that the socialness dimension clustered with the auditory modality and with mouth and head actions. We suggest this reflects experiential learning from verbal interpersonal interactions. Moreover, formally modelling the network structure of semantic space revealed pairwise partial correlations between most dimensions and highlighted the centrality of the interoception dimension. Altogether, these findings provide new insights into the architecture of conceptual space, including the central importance of inner and social experience, and highlight important avenues for future research.
Designing a modern intelligence framework - An eclectic approach to the Nord Stream Sabotage
Authors: Turner Adam
Published: December 2023

In the midst of the ongoing war between Russia and the Ukraine a number of key events have taken place to tease western powers and NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organisation) members into escalating the conflict. Most notably was the September 2022 sabotage on key gas pipelines Nord Stream 1 (NS 1) and Nord Stream 2 (NS 2). These pipelines are a critical arterial for supplying the European Union (EU) with low cost Russian gas. This paper will explore the means, motive and opportunity of this event using open source data and platforms to postulate the who, what, how and why of the sabotage. To achieve this, the paper will primarily focus on the collection and analysis of various online open sources. The intelligence-forensic continuum will be used to frame the events leading up to, during and continuing to date, relating to the sabotage. In addition, we will take a target centric approach by creating a Problem Definition Model (PDM) and Target Network Model (TNM) that will capture the interaction of events influential to the sabotage of the NS1 and NS2 pipelines. Within this network the four instruments of national power: Diplomatic, Information, Military and Economic (DIME), will be examined. This helps reveal the different dimensions the network has and the relationships between them. Furthermore, we will use the output from the aforementioned and apply the Analysis of Competing Hypotheses (ACH) technique to determine which of several possible outcomes, for this controversial issue, could be the most or least likely. The combination of these elements forms the analysis framework.
Meta-Analysis of Cognitive Endophenotypes for ADHD
Authors: de la Paz Leiana , Whitney Brendan Mark , Weires Ethan M , Nikolas Molly
Published: December 2023

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a highly heritable neurodevelopmental disorder with a complex etiology. Endophenotypes are assumed to be linked to the genetic underpinnings of complex disorders and have become a popular approach for investigating the etiology of ADHD. The aim of this study was to evaluate the utility of cognitive endophenotypes for ADHD by examining differences in performance among unaffected first-degree relatives of individuals with ADHD and non-ADHD controls. Literature searches were conducted through June 2023 using PsycINFO, PubMed, and ProQuest Dissertations and Theses databases. 40 articles met full inclusion criteria, which included performance on tasks across 10 comparable neurocognitive constructs. Multilevel meta-analysis indicated that unaffected first-degree relatives of individuals with ADHD performed significantly worse than non-ADHD controls in several domains, including working memory (Hedges’ g=0.29), processing speed (g=0.26), response time variability (g=0.40), temporal processing (g=0.30), and cognitive flexibility (g=0.20). There were no significant differences between unaffected first-degree relatives and non-ADHD controls on measures of inhibition, arousal, motor functioning, planning, and delay aversion. Substantial heterogeneity in effect sizes was explained by differences in samples, but with limited evidence of moderation by sex and age. Overall, these findings suggest that non-executive cognitive domains along with working memory may be most fruitful for linking genetic risk for ADHD to other causal factors and ultimately to the expression and continuation of ADHD symptoms.
Prayer and Meaningfulness: A Three-Component Model of Religion
Authors: Kumar Sanjay
Published: December 2023

Meaningfulness is an important component of good life and religiousness delivers meaningfulness. Therefore, meaningfulness is a key motive for following religion. Moreover, there is no religion without prayer. However, the relationship of prayer and meaningfulness is not clear. Hence, in the present study, I have attempted a theoretical link between meaningfulness and prayer and, based on it, an understanding of the nature of religiousness. I propose a three-component model of religion (i.e., almighty-God conception, principle-God conception, and their interaction), which suggests that the almighty-God conception is the core of religiousness and the wisdom and knowledge generated by the principle-God conception interact with it to determine a specific (socio-culturally distinct) religiousness.
“I notice I’m getting more involved, interested, and excited about my future topic.” Action Research as a transition from research steps to navigating graduate students’ scholarly dispositions
Authors: michelle.bedeker  , Kerimkulova Sulushash
Published: December 2023

Graduate students often approach research with predefined steps emphasizing procedural aspects that occasionally expose their inadequate preparation for research as social practice. The purpose of this paper is to show how an action research (AR) methodology, in conjunction with English for Specific Purposes (ESP) and Systemic Functional Linguistics (SFL), has facilitated the scaffolding of explicit formal, rhetorical, procedural, and strategic knowledge in research discourse. We followed a cyclical action research model consisting of 1) recognizing students’ limited understanding of research as a social practice, 2) developing interventions to promote understanding of how language is structured, represented, and negotiated in scientific discourse, 3) results of the intervention, and 4) reflection. Thematic analysis of six participants’ tasks, reflections, and draft proposals, revealed a discernible progression towards scholarly thinking, transformative learning, and the embodiment of a scholarly identity. Integrating ESP /SFL enhanced our ability to guide students through research-specific discourses, moving beyond a purely theoretical understanding to engage in authentic practices. This approach contributed to the cultivation of Communities of Practice (CoP) in which student-faculty collaboration fostered a shared scholarly mindset and facilitated the gradual integration of students into their academic communities.
Unfrozen Conflicts: Civil Society and Social Movements in the Republic of Cyprus
Authors: Moutselos Michalis
Published: December 2023

This chapter attempts a systematic overview of civil society developments and social movement activities in the Republic of Cyprus following the de facto division of the island in 1974. Formal and informal groups and associations challenge the conventional view of a feeble civil society, while non-ideological protests frequently target government policies and regulations. The chapter also traces the mobilizational ebb and flow of protest against the Turkish occupation of northern Cyprus, as well as of bicommunal (Greek-Cypriot and Turkish-Cypriot) grassroots initiatives for cooperation. It is argued that emerging Cypriot New Social Movements, in particular feminist, LGBTQI+, feminist and environmental movements, as well as movements for the rights of migrants (and the corresponding counter-movements) have grown considerably in recent decades. The chapter highlights a number of issues, frames and repertoires that are more prevalent in Cypriot collective action compared to other countries, for instance a fascination with borders/space and memory; it also lists some opportunities and challenges associated with the small size of the country.
MEMBUAT PEMBELAJARAN KIMIA LEBIH MENYENANGKAN: KIAT DAN INOVASI DI RUANG KELAS
Authors: Akbar Jakub Saddam
Published: December 2023

Pembelajaran kimia yang menyenangkan dan menarik memiliki peran krusial dalam meningkatkan minat serta pemahaman siswa terhadap konsep-konsep kimia. Kajian literatur ini mengeksplorasi kiat dan inovasi yang dapat diterapkan di ruang kelas untuk menciptakan pengalaman belajar kimia yang lebih mengasyikkan. Melalui analisis mendalam terhadap literatur-literatur yang relevan, kajian ini mengungkap beragam strategi yang meliputi penggunaan teknologi dalam pengajaran, eksperimen praktis yang melibatkan interaksi langsung siswa, penggunaan permainan serta aktivitas interaktif, dan penyesuaian kurikulum yang relevan dengan kehidupan sehari-hari. Temuan ini menggarisbawahi pentingnya pendekatan pembelajaran yang berfokus pada siswa, interaktif, dan aplikatif dalam menciptakan lingkungan pembelajaran kimia yang lebih dinamis dan menyenangkan.
PRODUÇÃO E CARACTERIZAÇÃO DE ADSORVENTE PARA REMOÇÃO DE CORANTE ORGÂNICO EM MEIO AQUOSO
Authors: Santos Igor de Oliveira , Metzker Stefânia Lima Oliveira , Machado Alan Rodrigues Teixeira
Published: December 2023

O presente trabalho teve como objetivo avaliar o potencial do bagaço de cana-de-açúcar como matéria-prima para produção de carvão ativado. Esse adsorvente foi produzido por meio da carbonização em forno mufla do bagaço de cana-de-açúcar a 300 ºC, e ativação com cloreto de zinco na proporção de 1:3 de carvão:ZnCl2. O material obtido (CABC) foi caracterizado por cálculo de área superficial estimada a partir da adsorção do azul de metileno (SAM), pH, Microscopia Eletrônica de Varredura (MEV), Espectroscopia de Infravermelho com Transformada de Fourier (FTIR), Espectroscopia de Fluorescência de Raios X por Energia Dispersiva (FRX) e Difração de Raios X (DRX). Para avaliação da capacidade adsortiva do CABC foram realizados ensaios com azul de metileno, corante muito utilizado na industrial têxtil e de difícil tratamento. Para fins de comparação, realizou-se também o mesmo ensaio com carvão ativado comercial (CAC). O adsorvente CABC apresentou pH 5,88, uma morfologia irregular, com poros na superfície e SAM de 303,5 m2 g-1, 25% superior ao CAC. Durante os testes de adsorção foi seguido as concentrações indicadas por Brum et al. (2008) e comprimento de onda de 645 nm, sendo observado que em concentrações inferiores a 250 mg L-1, os materiais têm capacidades de adsorção próxima, porém quando avaliado em concentrações superiores o CABC se mostra mais eficiente.
Palavras-chave: azul de metileno; adsorção; carvão ativado; isoterma.
 
Production and characterization adsorbents for organic color removal in aqueous medium
 
ABSTRACT: The present work aimed to evaluate the potential of sugarcane bagasse as a raw material for producing activated carbon. Sugarcane bagasse activated carbon (CABC) was produced by carbonizing sugarcane bagasse in a muffle furnace at 300 ºC, and activation with zinc chloride in a 1:3 ratio of charcoal: ZnCl2. The obtained material (CABC) was characterized by methylene blue surface area analysis (SAM), pH, Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Energy Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy (FRX) and X-Ray Diffraction (XRD). To evaluate the efficiency of the CABC, tests with methylene blue were also performed with a commercial activated carbon (CAC) from the Dinâmica brand. The CABC adsorbent had a pH of 5.88, an irregular morphology, with pores in the fibrous structure and a SAM of 303.5 m2 g-1, 25% higher than the CAC. During the adsorption tests, the concentrations indicated by Brum et al. (2008) and a wavelength of 645 nm, observing that at concentrations lower than 250 mg L-1 the materials have adsorption capabilities in the next, however, when evaluated at higher concentrations, the CABC appears to be more efficient.
Keywords: methylene blue; adsorption; activated charcoal; isotherm.
Idadismo no contexto da pandemia
Authors: De Pádua Penteado Luiza , Blanco Ana Luiza , Pires Nunes Daniella
Published: December 2023

O estudo objetivou descrever a prevalência de discriminação e sua relação com condições sociodemográficas e de saúde da pessoa idosa. Trata-se de um estudo transversal e analítico, realizado com uma amostra não-probabilística de 134 participantes (? 60 anos), de todo o território brasileiro. Os dados foram obtidos por um formulário eletrônico divulgado nas mídias sociais. A discriminação foi avaliada por questões relativas a vivências discriminatórias institucionais e interpessoais durante a pandemia. Utilizou-se o Teste de Fisher e Qui-Quadrado na análise dos dados. Constatou-se que 52,2% dos participantes sofreram discriminação, sendo mais prevalente situações relacionadas à políticas e normas (38%), notícias nas mídias sociais (35%) e por familiares, amigos ou alguém próximo (19,4%). Não encontraram-se relações significativas entre discriminação e condições sociodemográficas e de saúde. Esses resultados apontam a necessidade de políticas e ações que sensibilizem a sociedade sobre o idadismo, tanto no âmbito institucional quanto nas relações interpessoais.
Idadismo no mundo do trabalho
Authors: Do Carmo Elisangela Gisele , Micali Pollyanna Natalia , Mór Fukushima Raiana Lídice
Published: December 2023

Este estudo de cunho qualitativo, teve por objetivo analisar o idadismo com relação as pessoas idosas no mercado de trabalho, assim como suas representações sociais e salariais, em relação aos mais jovens. O estudo foi desenvolvido por meio de uma revisão de literatura, na base de dados Google Scholar, incluídos somente artigos científicos com publicações nos últimos 5 anos. Foram encontrados 689 estudos, sendo que após as etapas da revisão, 10 estudos foram considerados elegíveis para tal revisão. Os resultados mostram que o idadismo está presente em todas as fases de recrutamento realizado pelas empresas, representado por baixos salários e poucas ofertas de vagas a esta demanda populacional. Conclui-se que politicas públicas mais robustas são necessárias para amparar esta população carente de oportunidades no campo do trabalho, para melhorias da qualidade de vida como consequência de reinserção no mercado de trabalho e meio social.
Idadismo, humor e gênero na sociedade brasileira contemporânea
Authors: Teixeira Débora Pires
Published: December 2023

O presente artigo teve como objetivo apresentar uma análise de duas piadas com conteúdo idadista, cujos personagens centrais eram uma mulher e um homem, respectivamente.  Metodologicamente, o conteúdo foi analisado a partir do modelo de “Análise de Imagens Paradas” (PENN, 2011) e discutido a luz do referencial teórico das Ciências Sociais, focado na velhice, no corpo e no gênero. As piadas analisadas, em seus discursos imagético e verbal, centraram-se no idadismo para provocar o riso do espectador e estiveram em consonância com a literatura vigente sobre a temática. Foram identificadas três categorias de análise: o declínio físico do corpo feminino, a infantilização e a impotência sexual masculina. O conteúdo humorístico, pelo seu caráter lúdico, costuma ser amplamente veiculado pelas mídias sem se tornar alvo de críticas, entretanto, vem contribuindo para reafirmar estereótipos idadistas, construindo relações desiguais entre os grupos etários e fabricando/solidificando modelos de vivenciar relações de gênero na velhice.
O idadismo estrutural refletindo no período pandêmico e na saúde da pessoa idosa
Authors: Manara Marconi Isabella Maria , Dedicação Anny Caroline
Published: December 2023

O presente artigo traz reflexões sobre o idadismo estrutural, atitudes idadistas evidenciadas na pandemia de COVID-19 e sua correlação com o impacto na saúde e autopercepção das pessoas idosas. O objetivo foi refletir sobre como podemos reagir e construir uma cultura gerontológica que favoreça o envelhecimento saudável e traga maior bem-estar às pessoas idosas, suas famílias e à comunidade em uma fase de importante transição demográfica e envelhecimento populacional. O estudo foi realizado através de uma pesquisa bibliográfica, seguindo uma abordagem qualitativa de natureza exploratória e descritiva. A relevância deste trabalho justifica-se pela importância de compreender o idadismo e seus reflexos danosos para a população idosa, identificar possíveis ações de combate à discriminação etária e assim possibilitar a melhora da qualidade de vida. A conclusão deste artigo configura em atribuir maior responsabilização aos profissionais da Gerontologia em relação ao idadismo, convidando-os a contribuir na mudança dos estereótipos negativos do envelhecimento.
State regulation of personal subsidiary farms as the most widespread organizational and legal form in the rural local economy
Authors:   VIAPI named after A.A. Nikonov is a branch of FSBSI FRC AESDRA VNIIESH, Moscow, Russia, Petrikov Alexander V.
Published: December 2023

The article analyzes trends in the employment of rural and urban population in household production for 2017-2022 based on data from the annual Rosstat Labor Force survey. The great role of households of rural population in the production of agricultural products for their own needs is noted. At the same time, the share of these farms in the total volume of agricultural output is decreasing. This gives some experts the right to talk about the futility households and the need to replace production in households with large enterprises. The author gives arguments against this approach and justifies the directions of state support for households.
Food security of Russia: topical issues of ensuring the quality of products of the agro-industrial complex
Authors:   Federal Scientific Center of Agrarian Economy and Social Development of Rural Areas – VNIIESH, Moscow, Russia, Medvedeva Nina A.
Published: December 2023

The article discusses topical issues of ensuring the quality and safety of agricultural products and food in the light of the new Food Security Doctrine and the Strategy for Improving the Quality of Food products in the Russian Federation until 2030. It is noted that Russia has a developed system of standardization and certification of agricultural products and food. In terms of food quality and safety in the global food security ranking in 2022, Russia occupied the 23rd position among 113 countries. The article highlights the main indicators for determining the quality and safety of food in the global ranking. The system of technical regulation of food products and its constituent elements is analyzed, and the most pressing issues of its improvement are identified, primarily in the field of harmonization of norms established in technical regulations and quality standards with international norms, which is especially important when new products using GMOs and organic products appear on the market. There is a need to increase the role of food quality control, in connection with the circulation of counterfeit products on the market.
Food complex of Russia 2022: achieved results and development objectives
Authors:   Federal Scientific Center of Agrarian Economy and Social Development of Rural Areas – VNIIESH, Moscow, Russia, Avarskii Nabi D. , Seregin Sergey N. ,   Federal Scientific Center of Agrarian Economy and Social Development of Rural Areas – VNIIESH, Moscow, Russia
Published: December 2023

Unprecedented external pressure and various kinds of sanctions imposed by the West against Russia increased risks for the Russian economy and reduced business investment activity for industrial modernization and the creation of modern infrastructure facilities. Thanks to a number of decisions taken by the state, including measures of state support, a good result was obtained in agricultural production, fisheries and processing industries. It is necessary to preserve the results achieved in the production of agricultural raw materials and the extraction of aquatic biological resources, to prevent a decrease in food production, to maintain price stability in the food market. Exports of raw materials and finished products, of course, need to be developed, but not to the detriment of the domestic food market. In modern conditions of confrontation with the West, it is extremely important to establish the production of domestic seed material of agricultural crops, expand the range of manufactured technological equipment, and put modern fishing vessels into operation in a timely manner. In order to stabilize prices, attract investments necessary to create a modern infrastructure for the storage and logistics of agricultural raw materials and food, the state should create certain preferences for business, as well as help improve access to markets for finished products of small businesses and local producers.