bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Difficulties in Diagnosing Venous Sinus Thrombosis
Authors: Курман В.И. , Шураева Е.Ю.
Published: May 2024

Тромбоз венозных синусов является нечастым диагнозом ввиду отсутствия характерной клинической симптоматики, особенностей диагностики данной патологии, что часто препятствует установлению правильного диагноза. Это позволяет акцентировать внимание практикующих врачей на данную патологию. Головная боль всегда имеет какую-то причину. Одной из нечастых, но очень серьезных причин может быть тромбоз венозных синусов. Кроме того, часто головная боль является главной причиной обращения за медицинской помощью. В статье представлен клинический случай множественного тромбоза венозных синусов. Проведен анализ литературных источников, клинических данных, результатов лабораторных исследований. Приведенный клинический случай показывает, насколько сложно бывает выставить данный диагноз.

Venous sinus thrombosis is an infrequent diagnosis due to the lack of characteristic clinical symptoms and diagnostic features of this pathology, which often prevents the establishment of a correct diagnosis. This allows practitioners to focus their attention on this pathology. A headache always has some reason. One of these infrequent but very serious causes may be venous sinus thrombosis. In addition, headache is often the main reason for seeking medical help. The article presents a clinical case of multiple thrombosis of the venous sinuses. An analysis of literary sources, clinical data, laboratory results was carried out. The given clinical case shows how difficult it can be to make this diagnosis.
Principles of Antimicrobial Therapy of Urinary Tract Infections in the Era of Antibiotic Resistance
Authors: Голдыцкий С.О. , Абельская И.С. , Слободин Ю.В. , Галицкая С.С. , Качанко Е.Ф. , Зановский А.О.
Published: May 2024

Инфекция мочевыводящих путей является актуальной и широко распространенной проблемой в современной урологии, клинические проявления которой могут протекать по-разному – от невыраженной дизурии до септического состояния. Это объясняет необходимость поиска эффективной профилактики и антибиотикотерапии на фоне растущей антибиотикорезистентности. За последние 10 лет произошли серьезные изменения в подходах антибиотикотерапии основных урологических инфекционных заболеваний, которые должны применяться в клинической практике. Следует отметить, что проблема антибиотикорезистентности крайне актуальна не только в урологической практике. Учитывая объем назначаемых антибактериальных препаратов в урологических стационарах, необходимо внедрение системных мультидисциплинарных подходов к контролю качества и количества назначаемых препаратов.

Urinary tract infection is a pressing and widespread problem in modern urology, the clinical manifestations of which can occur in different ways – from mild dysuria to a septic state. This explains the need to find effective prophylaxis and antibiotic therapy against the backdrop of growing antibiotic resistance. Over the past 10 years, there have been major changes in the approaches to antibiotic therapy for major urological infectious diseases, which should be used in clinical practice. It should be noted that the problem of antibiotic resistance is extremely relevant not only in urological practice. Considering the volume of prescribed antibacterial drugs in urology hospitals, it is necessary to introduce systemic multidisciplinary approaches to control the quality and quantity of prescribed drugs.
Clinical and Pharmacological Features of Use Interleukins in a Doctor’s Practice
Authors: Скепьян Е.Н.
Published: May 2024

Интерлейкины принадлежат к большому семейству цитокинов, которые представляют собой эндогенные полипептидные медиаторы межклеточного взаимодействия, насчитывающие около 300 индивидуальных веществ. К цитокинам, помимо интерлейкинов, относятся интерфероны, хемокины, фактор некроза опухолей; ростовые и дифференцировочные факторы. Цитокины действуют на клетки-мишени посредством высокоаффинного взаимодействия со специфическими рецепторными комплексами. Важнейшим свойством большинства цитокинов является плейотропность биологического действия, когда 1 молекула цитокина способна вызвать в организме одновременно несколько биологических эффектов вследствие экспрессии рецепторов на разных типах клеток в разных органах. Интерлейкины могут оказывать разнонаправленное действие, как, например, способные индуцировать воспаление цитокины – интерлейкины 1, 6, 17, 18, 27, 33, 37 и, наоборот, обладающий противовоспалительным действием интерлейкин-4. Препараты на основе рекомбинантных интерлейкинов человека находят все более широкое клиническое применение в разных областях медицины.

Interleukins belong to a large family of cytokines, which are endogenous polypeptide mediators of intercellular interaction, numbering about 300 individual substances. Cytokines, in addition to interleukins, include interferons, chemokines, tumor necrosis factor; growth and differentiation factors. All cytokines act on target cells through high-affinity interactions with specific receptor complexes. The most important properties of most cytokines is the pleiotropy of biological action, when one cytokine molecule can simultaneously cause several biological effects in the body due to the expression of receptors on different types of cells in different organs. Interleukins can have multidirectional effects, such as cytokines capable of inducing inflammation – interleukins 1, 6, 17, 18, 27, 33, 37 and, conversely, interleukin 4 has an anti-inflammatory effect. Preparations based on recombinant human interleukins find wider clinical use in different areas of medicine.
Problem-Based Learning-Path Recommendations Through Integrating Knowledge Graphs and Large Language Models
Authors: Abu-Rasheed Hasan , Ikeda Rika , Ferriyan Andrey , Weber Christian , Fathi Madjid , Okawa Keiko , Thamrin Achmad Husni
Published: May 2024

Learning path recommendations are essential to acquire skill sets needed to solve real-life challenges. However, the main source of information that recommendation systems (RS) use to generate personalized paths is user data rather than the challenge that the user faces. In this research, we propose a problem-based approach to generate learning-path recommendations using knowledge graphs (KG) to connect learning materials, and large language models (LLM) for natural-language understanding and topic extraction. We construct a KG of courses and digital badges through human- and machine-extracted relations. Our RS analyzes a challenge written by the learner, extracts learning goals needed to solve that challenge, and then implements a Markov decision process (MDP) to select the optimal learning path. The learning path is then explained utilizing the KG and the LLM. We evaluate our KG relations in comparison to expert-defined tags. We also evaluate the recommendations and their explanations with a use-case approach. Our preliminary results show the ability of the proposed system to connect courses from different domains, recommend corresponding paths to the challenge requirements, and assign relevant explanations accordingly.
Reporting Religion from Boston
Authors: Editors Intersections
Published: May 2024

This article describes the "Reporting Religion" course at Northeastern University, including journalistic projects undertaken by its students to document religious issues in the Boston area.
The State of Religion Reporting in America
Authors: Editors Intersections
Published: May 2024

This piece describes the major issues discussed during the public dialogue between David P. Gushee and Emma Greene on the evolution of religion reporting.
Fighting the Misrepresentation of Muslim Women
Authors: Editors Intersections
Published: May 2024

This article highlights the Muslim Women in the Media Training Institute, a program at UC Berkeley focused at improving the quality of reporting on Muslim women and Muslim communities.
Religion Online: Transformations and Human Directions
Authors: Editors Intersections
Published: May 2024

This article describes two "Digital Religion" workshops convened at New York University which explore how digital technologies have transformed the practice and experience of faith.
Strategizing Policy and Scholarship for Muslim Communities
Authors: Editors Intersections
Published: May 2024

This article describes strategic planning retreats organized by the Institute for Social Policy and Understanding which were focused on cultivating scholarship and collaboration for the benefit of Muslim communities.
Digital Dharma
Authors: Editors Intersections
Published: May 2024

This article provides a description of Digital Dharma, a film that documents the efforts to preserve sacred Buddhist texts.
OCB in Banking: A Mediating Model of Psychological Capital, Workload, and Job Satisfaction
Authors: Yudi Ginting  , Rahmi Fahmy  , Harif Amali Rivai
Published: May 2024

Maron Tourism Village Management is an innovative program implemented by Village-This study aims to evaluates the effects of psychological capital and workload on OCB, and the mediating contribution of job satisfaction in Bank Indonesia representative area West Sumatera and Pematang Siantar. A purposive sampling technique with single criteria was used for 82 permanent bankers. Then, their responses to the online questionnaires were proposed and analysed by assisting Smart-PLS Sofware's latest version with the technique of Structural Equation Model (SEM) and path-analysis in two-tail criteria. The result shows that all relationships were tested can be stated in line with research expectations.
DEEPFAKE FACE RECOGNITION THROUGH MODIFIED AND IMPORVED DEEP TRANSFER LEARNING
Authors: Sobowale A. A. , Adetona B. J. , Soladoye A. A. , Omodunbi B. A.
Published: May 2024

The manipulation of photo, audio, and video content has been a topic of interest for many years, as people uses fake faces to indulge in various immoral act like pornography, fraud, and defamation. In the early days, classification of real and fake faces was done using traditional methods such as editing frames by frame or using chroma keying, this traditional approach is time consuming and lacks enough editors that have the technical skills to do the frame-by-frame edition or use the chroma keying. With technological advancement, new techniques have been developed that allow for much more sophisticated and realistic manipulations, one such technique is deepfakes. Deepfakes are created using deep learning algorithms to swap or replace faces in videos or images. This can be done with a high degree of realism, making it difficult to distinguish between real and fake content. This research aims to develop a deep fake detection system using deep transfer learning (modified VGG19 and ResNet50 models), these two models were chosen over other CNN architectures due to their proven better performance, faster recognition time and lesser memory usage. The research modified the original VGG19 and ResNet architectures by replacing the last five layer with a customized dense layers that will help with faster and accurate recognition of faces. A balanced dataset comprising 70,000 real faces from the Flickr dataset and 70,000 fake faces generated by StyleGAN was utilized. This research employed hold-out evaluation method. VGG19 gave an accuracy, f1score of 91.59% and 91.47% respectively while RestNet50 gave an average accuracy and F1score of 96.61% and 96.59% respectively on the testing dataset. This shows that ResNet 50 gave the best performance both on the training, validation and testing dataset. The developed system was also compared with other state-of-art methods and they were all outperformed.
Clinical and instrumental diagnosis of heart failure
Authors: Pedretti, R.F.E.
Published: May 2024

Il diabete mellito di tipo 2 (T2DM) è un noto fattore predisponente allo scompenso cardiaco (HF). Il peso crescente di queste due condizioni e il loro impatto sulla salute dell’individuo e sulla società in generale richiedono un’attenzione urgente da parte degli operatori sanitari. La disponibilità di molteplici scelte terapeutiche per la gestione del T2DM e dell’HF può rendere le decisioni terapeutiche più complesse per i medici. I recenti studi sugli esiti cardiovascolari dei farmaci antidiabetici hanno aggiunto prove molto solide per gestire efficacemente i soggetti con questa doppia condizione. Il presente documento fornisce le tendenze di prevalenza e l’impatto di questo doppio carico sui pazienti. Inoltre, illustra in modo conciso i tipi di HF e fornisce suggerimenti ai medici per la gestione di questi pazienti. PAROLE CHIAVE diabete mellito di tipo 2; scompenso cardiaco; diagnosi; farmaci.
CONTABILIDADE TRIBUTÁRIA: UMA ANÁLISE DO IMPACTO DA CARGA TRIBUTÁRIA SOBRE O CUSTO DA CESTA BÁSICA DE BOCA DO ACRE – AM
Authors: Neves Samila Silva , Santana Elizângela Leão
Published: May 2024

O presente estudo tem como principal foco abordar o impacto do Imposto sobre Circulação de Mercadoria e Prestação de Serviço (ICMS) sobre o custo da cesta básica em Boca do Acre, Amazonas. O objetivo geral do artigo visa compreender como a carga tributária afeta o custo de vida da população local, considerando a distância do município em relação à capital e a dependência de mercadorias de outros estados. A pesquisa utilizou uma abordagem descritiva, com uma análise comparativa dos preços da cesta básica entre Boca do Acre e Manaus, com resultados quantitativos obtidos a partir de fontes primárias. Com o levantamento de informações ao longo da pesquisa e da análise dos resultados, foi possível concluir que o ICMS representa um desafio para os comerciantes, influenciando nos custos dos produtos essenciais, porém o município de Boca do Acre mantém preços inferiores no comparativo com a capital Manaus, mesmo diante dos desafios logísticos e tributários.
Hydatid Cyst in Leg Calves Simulating a Deep-Vein Thrombosis
Authors: Elalouani El Mehdi , Boufettal Moncef , Allah Bassir Reda , Berrada Mohamed Saleh
Published: May 2024

Introduction: The localization of hydatid cysts in muscles is rare, even in endemic countries [1, 2]. This disease remains a major cause of morbidity worldwide. We report a case of a rare hydatid cyst in the calves, simulating deep vein thrombosis [DVT], while discussing its clinical and radiological features and its therapeutic management. The diagnosis was initially based on imaging and immunological reactions, and was confirmed by histology. Case Presentation: we report the case of a 36-year-old woman of rural origin, with a history of contact with dogs, referred to the emergency department with suspected thrombophlebitis of the lower limb, 3 days old. Palpation revealed a small, poorly defined mass on the posteromedial aspect of the leg, ultrasound revealed a deep collection in the upper 1/3 of the left leg, with multiple inflammatory lymph nodes in the left inguinal region. MRI revealed a heterogeneous liquid lesion formation. The patient underwent surgery, finding a formation measuring 13×11×3cm, which was completely resected. Conclusion: Soft tissue hydatid cysts are a rare localization of Echinococcus granulosus, and the detection of hydatid cysts when DVT is suspected underlines the continuing public health challenge posed by Echinococcus.
Study of Erectile Dysfunction in the Urology Department of the Gavardo Hospital
Authors: S Ongoiba, , I Sissoko, , Y Ouattara, , S Sogoba, , O Kone, , D Kanthé, , S Diarra, , T Diarra, , S Coulibaly, , K Malle, , D Fomba, , B Samake, , A Singuepiré, , A Yoroté, , T Diallo A , M Touré , .L Diakite,M
Published: May 2024

We report the results of a prospective descriptive study of erectile dysfunction in the Gavardo urology department. Over a 2-year period from 02 January 2021 to 31 December 2022 in the Gavardo urology department. We enrolled 7,230 patients, 113 of whom had erectile dysfunction, with a prevalence of 1.7%. The most common age group was 36-50 years. The mean age was 42.92 years with extremes of 20 and 73 years. Twenty-nine (29) patients (26.4%); 26 patients (23.3%) and 18 patients (16.4%) had a history of diabetes or hypertension and smoking respectively.22 patients (19.5%) presented with erectile dysfunction after adenomectomy. Farmers were the most affected compared with other occupations with a rate of 29.2% followed by civil servants with a rate of 20.4%. In our study, 83 patients (73.2%) were satisfied with IPDE5-based treatment.
Capacidad Dinámica de Innovación, Ventaja Competitiva y Tercera Misión en las IES
Authors: Iturrios Limón Manuel Ibel , Reyes Bazua Xicoténcatl , Torres López Luis Roberto , Vega Osuna Luis Alfredo
Published: May 2024

This essay raises aspects related to the dynamic capabilities (DC) of innovation and competitive advantages in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), fundamental aspects are presented for this type of institution to achieve development, differentiation and positioning in the global educational field; The importance of the development of the third mission is highlighted, due to the important role they have in achieving quality, through the services offered in relationships and links with the environment; leading HEIs to an extraordinary increase in their capabilities and creating a competitive advantage to function in the changing educational market. The objective was set: Describe and analyze the dynamic capabilities of innovation and the third missionary activity, around the creation of competitive advantages in HEIs. It is a descriptive essay, with a reflective analysis, on the problem raised, based on a macro (field) study in which the observation technique was applied to collect the information with which the SWOT presented was structured. about the case study of said research. With the preparation of this descriptive analysis, it was basically concluded that the failures identified as weaknesses or threats in an organization can be resolved by applying appropriate strategies, and determining the dynamic innovation capabilities available to restructure and reorganize the processes. In the case of HEIs, the rectors and other personnel must investigate, detect, strengthen, and of course take advantage of and improve existing resources, to raise the quality of the processes, services and products they offer; being an unequivocal way to create sustainable competitive advantage, the efficient development of the activities that encompass the third mission.
Training & Community Involvement for Remote Housing Projects in Australia Northern Territory
Authors: Williamson Thomas , Rajabipour Ali , Kutay Cat , Gust Graham , Fudge Mark
Published: May 2024

Abstractâ€”Construction of houses in remote communities faces a range of challenges, many of which would be reduced by the involvement of local community members during the construction.  Remote housing demand is high and under-resourcing in existing houses impacts on the health of the occupants.  This research investigates and evaluates ways to improve community engagement in remote housing projects. Builders with experience delivering remote housing projects were asked to provide insight relating to the potential training and involvement of community members during construction. It was found that builders have major challenges with work ethics, poor numeracy and literacy and language barrier in remote areas which hinder community engagement in remote projects. Some building techniques such as slab on ground and steel wall framing were found more effective for community engagement. Results also show that training of community members could be improved by setting benchmark goals to be achieved throughout a project.  This means there is an opportunity for housing projects in remote communities to improve on essential training and employment through better involvement of local community members during construction, in turn this will lead to better maintenance and understanding of houses.
Análise temporal de hospitalizações devido a transtornos mentais e comportamentais causadas pelo uso de álcool entre idosos (> 60a) no Brasil por região no período de 2015 a 2022
Authors: Tomazi Klein Amandine , Soares McGill Sara Maria , Felisberto Cândido Isabella , Da Silva Nascimento Gabriel , Santana Tameirão José Eduardo , Sousa Rocha André
Published: May 2024

Objetivou-se analisar a incidência das internações por transtornos mentais e comportamentais devido ao uso de álcool (CID 10-F10), no Brasil e suas regiões entre 2015 a 2022. Os dados foram coletados através do Sistema de Informações Hospitalares do Sistema Único de Saúde (SIH/SUS), vinculado ao Departamento de Informática do Sistema Único de Saúde (DATASUS). As regiões sul e sudeste concentraram 79,38% internações, o que pode ser justificado por concentração populacional, aspectos culturais e sociais. Já as regiões norte, nordeste e centro-oeste tiveram 0,87%, 13,23% e 6,5%, respectivamente. A região Sul apresentou o maior número de internações, 44,43% das registradas, tendo seu pico no ano de 2017, enquanto o ano de 2015 apresentou o maior número total de internações em todo o Brasil. A liderança da região Sul sugere uma dinâmica específica dessa região, potencialmente moldada por fatores demográficos, culturais e sociais. Durante a pandemia da COVID-19, houve uma notável redução na quantidade de internações, situação atribuída, em parte, ao efeito do isolamento social, que restringiu atividades sociais que poderiam estimular o consumo de álcool pelos idosos, grupo considerado de alto risco. Contudo, é prudente considerar a hipótese de que essa diminuição pode estar relacionada à falta de acesso ao atendimento médico devido ao lockdown, além da possível subnotificação de internações.
Aspectos tomográficos pelo feixe cônico de impactação dentária com hipercementose: série de 4 casos
Authors: Oliveira Anna Liz Santos , Buriti Brendha Matos , Santos Fabíola Leite Carvalho dos , Oliveira Carla Beatriz Leal , Santana Amanda de Melo , Silva Beatriz Xavier , Santos Bianca de Jesus , Velame Maria Leticia Menezes , Moreira David Costa , Andrade Rita de Cassia Dias Vianna , Ismerim Adna Barros , Freitas Maria da Conceição Andrade de
Published: May 2024

O diagnóstico precoce das anomalias dentárias de erupção e de desenvolvimento pela tomografia computadorizada de feixe cônico (TCFC) possibilita ao cirurgião dentista informações precisas que conduzem a uma intervenção terapêutica com prognóstico favorável. O presente estudo se propôs a descrever o diagnóstico com o auxílio da TCFC de hipercementose associada à impactação dentária. Foi realizado um estudo observacional em 4 imagens tomográficas do arquivo de um instituto de documentação radiográfica de adolescentes e adultos brasileiros, ambos do sexo feminino, que apresentavam imagens hiperdensas generalizadas envolvendo terços radiculares de unidades dentárias impactadas, compatíveis com hipercementose. As imagens analisadas revelaram a localização das unidades dentárias comprometidas e do seu processo de hipercementose, assim como a presença ou não do seu espaço pericementário e a possibilidade de reabsorção radicular externa dos dentes adjacentes. Concluiu-se que a TCFC permite melhor nitidez e contraste da imagem tridimensional dos dentes impactados com processo de anquilose permitindo diagnóstico preciso com maior segurança na interpretação das estruturas anatômicas para uma intervenção cirúrgica adequada.
PRÁTICAS INTEGRATIVAS E COMPLEMENTARES: SABERES E FAZERES EM COMUNIDADES QUILOMBOLAS
Authors: Silva Rayla Beatriz de Sousa , Nunes Gerdane Celene , Aragão Janaína Alvarenga , Moura Roseane Luz , Deus Mariluska Macedo Lobo de , Sousa Evandro Alberto De , Vieira Rita De Cassia Santos , Moura Virna Rodrigues Leal , Gonçalves Yana De Moura , Lima Maria da Vitória Barbosa , Meneses Paula R. S. Araújo , Lustosa Mariana Santos Batista , Moura Vitória Martins Granja de , Meneses Socorro Adriana de Sousa , Figueiredo Luciano Silva
Published: May 2024

As Práticas Integrativas e Complementares (PICs) emergem como um conjunto de abordagens que reconhecem e valorizam saberes tradicionais, tradições e modos de vida das comunidades quilombolas, apresentando-se como uma possível estratégia para a promoção da saúde e o enfrentamento das desigualdades no cuidado em saúde Assim, define como objetivo geral identificar as Práticas Integrativas e Complementares usuais em comunidades quilombolas do semiárido Piauiense, bem como investigar o acesso a essas práticas e os cuidados dispensados nas comunidades no contexto do processo saúde-doença. O estudo foi realizado através de pesquisa de campo, podendo concluir que práticas integrativas e complementares são marcantes nas comunidades quilombolas, em que a população recorre muitas vezes aos conhecimentos tradicionais, ao invés da medicina convencional. O uso de diversas plantas medicinais foi identificado na pesquisa, assim como a religião também é utilizada em busca de saúde.
POLUIÇÃO DO AR NO LOCAL DE TRABALHO: IMPACTOS E PREVENÇÃO EM DOENÇAS RESPIRATÓRIAS OCUPACIONAIS
Authors: Nunes Daniel Santos , Faria Karen Vieira , Griehl Andressa , Nakagi Luiz Felipe Garcia , Riola João Pedro Sousa , Galastri Gabrielle Brocenschi , Pereira Paulo Henrique Tomé , Boas Henrique Bícego Villas , Sousa Ana Beatriz Campos de , Mira Isabela Pascoli , Guaitolini Ana Clara , Miranda Ana Laura Aguiar de Paula , Santos Diego Sávio Gonçalves , Fonseca Brian Aguiar
Published: May 2024

A poluição do ar nos ambientes de trabalho representa uma ameaça significativa à saúde respiratória dos trabalhadores. A exposição prolongada a poluentes como partículas finas (PM2.5), gases tóxicos e compostos voláteis está associada ao aumento da incidência de doenças respiratórias, como asma, bronquite crônica e doença pulmonar obstrutiva crônica (DPOC). Este estudo visa avaliar os impactos da poluição do ar no local de trabalho sobre a saúde respiratória dos trabalhadores e identificar medidas eficazes de prevenção. Realizou-se uma revisão sistemática da literatura utilizando bases de dados como PubMed. Foram incluídos estudos que avaliaram a exposição a poluentes atmosféricos em ambientes de trabalho e seus efeitos na saúde respiratória. Os critérios de inclusão englobaram artigos publicados entre 2000 e 2023, escritos em inglês ou português, e que apresentassem dados quantitativos sobre a relação entre poluição do ar e doenças respiratórias. Estudos de caso, revisões sem dados quantitativos e artigos fora do período especificado foram excluídos. Os resultados indicam uma correlação positiva entre a exposição a poluentes no ar do local de trabalho e o aumento de casos de doenças respiratórias. Trabalhadores expostos a PM2.5 e gases tóxicos apresentaram uma maior prevalência de asma e DPOC. Medidas preventivas, como o uso de equipamentos de proteção individual (EPIs) e a implementação de sistemas de ventilação adequados, mostraram-se eficazes na redução desses riscos. A poluição do ar no ambiente de trabalho tem um impacto significativo na saúde respiratória dos trabalhadores. Medidas preventivas são essenciais para mitigar esses efeitos e promover um ambiente de trabalho mais seguro e saudável. A adoção de políticas rigorosas de saúde ocupacional e a educação contínua dos trabalhadores sobre os riscos e as práticas de segurança são fundamentais para a proteção da saúde respiratória no local de trabalho.
Estudo da influência da areia industrial sobre as propriedades mecânicas do concreto de cimento Portland
Authors: Santos Cristiane Carine dos
Published: May 2024

A areia natural, material amplamente utilizado em obras de engenharia, vem sofrendo um esgotamento progressivo de suas jazidas, causando sérios problemas ambientais, provocando uma busca por soluções alternativas. No presente trabalho efetuou-se um estudo da viabilidade de substituição da areia natural do concreto pela areia industrial, oriunda da britagem de rochas. Realizaram-se ensaios de resistência à compressão axial e módulo de elasticidade, bem como analisou-se o módulo de elasticidade estimado pela ABNT NBR 6118 (2014). Foram produzidos doze traços de concreto, de modo que a areia natural foi substituída nas proporções de 25, 50 e 75%, sendo utilizadas relações água/cimento de 0,35, 0,50 e 0,65 para cada teor de substituição. Os resultados apontaram que o maior valor de resistência à compressão foi obtido utilizando-se 25% de substituição e relação água/cimento 0,35 e o maior módulo foi obtido utilizando-se 50% de substituição e relação água/cimento 0,50. Quanto à estimativa do módulo de elasticidade pela equação da Norma, os resultados apresentaram diferenças em relação ao módulo ensaiado. O objetivo geral desta pesquisa foi alcançado, uma vez que se comprovou a viabilidade da substituição da areia natural pela industrial em concretos, demonstrando os melhores teores de substituição e relações água/cimento, levando em consideração as propriedades estudadas.
Decision Support System for Selection of Outstanding Students Using the AHP and SAW Methods
Authors: Sadana Feron , Yunita Yunita , Rodiah Desty
Published: May 2024

It is very important for outstanding students to be directed and guided to get coaching related to the development of each student's personal potential so that superior and quality students are created. The process of selecting outstanding students can get wrong decisions because the process of selecting outstanding students is based on subjectivity, this allows many selected outstanding students not to reach the desired standard and do not get the best candidates. Therefore, a decision support system was created that can carry out the calculation process for all selections for the selection of outstanding students. This final project will implement the AHP and SAW methods in forming a system. The stages are carried out by comparing feature weights with the AHP method. Then the next stage is to rank using the SAW method to get selected outstanding students. Of the 72 students who were selected from the school, they were then selected to become 20 outstanding students based on the highest-ranking order. Software testing is done by comparing the results of school calculations with system calculations. Based on the results of the tests carried out, an accuracy value of 80% was obtained.
Un descubrimiento mayor para la etnografía andina y un recuento teórico fundamental de la antropología de la religión
Authors: Rivera Andía Juan Javier
Published: May 2024

Este libro de Frank Salomon es el producto de un prolongado encuentro entre el renombrado andinista estadounidense y los pobladores de Rapaz, un «pueblo campesino libre» (p. 2) de los Andes peruanos. Más allá de la imagen de Rapaz como una «comunidad campesina» legalmente reconocida como corporación con tierras de propiedad colectiva (p. 36), Salomon intenta acercarse a «la naturaleza de la sociedad» (p. 24) en estas comarcas de la sierra de Lima. Así, acude al modelo de «sociedad dual» (p. 24), tal como lo formulara Pierre Duviols, aquella «representación peculiar de la humanidad y la naturaleza conocida como el modelo Huari-Llacuaz» (p. 16).
Segunda parte: El mundo sobrenatural
Authors: Casaverde Rojas Juvenal
Published: May 2024

Al hacer un estudio del mundo sobrenatural de los quechuas contemporáneos, se debe tener en cuenta que ellos, a pesar de considerarse católicos, practican muchas de las costumbres incas con sus creencias y supersticiones, conjuncionadas con las prácticas religiosas del catolicismo traído por los conquistadores españoles, cuyos elementos han penetrado hasta los poblados más aislados, donde gran parte de las prácticas religiosas tradicionales se han camuflado bajo formas de ritos católicos. Por tanto “...querer conocer la religión quechua moderna en sus elementos constituyentes, localizándolos geográfica e históricamente, demanda recurrir a las fuentes religiosas españoles y americanas”
Determinants of Purchasing Intention of Agricultural Products via E-commerce Platforms in Jakarta, Indonesia
Authors: Aulia Rahman Rifqy , Saili Abdul Rahman , Abdul Fatah Fazleen , Wan Mohd Noor Wan Noranida , Kamarulzaman Nur Badriyah , Bayuny Ahmad Fadlur Rahman , Santoso Dwi Budi , Pangestuty Farah Wulandari , Prasetyia Ferry , Ghofar Abdul
Published: May 2024

The emergence of the internet as a global phenomenon is swiftly reshaping consumers' shopping habits and the process of purchasing goods and services. Consumers now have access to a wide array of products and services, especially with the aid of e-commerce. Additionally, companies can analyse consumer behaviour and gain a deeper understanding of their habits with the assistance of e-commerce or social media. The objective of this research is to ascertain the factors that impact consumers' intention to buy agricultural products. In April 2022, we performed an online consumer survey among 200 internet shoppers in Jakarta, Indonesia. The data was then analyzed using the WarpPLS software and Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). Our research showed that among the respondents, women, with an average age of 20–25 accounted for nearly 60% of respondents who purchased agricultural produce online in Jakarta. Moreover, SEM-PLS method revealed that the following factors had highly significant effects on consumers' purchasing intention to buy agricultural products in Indonesia: consumer behavior, subjective norms, demographic variables, time savings, and convenience. In light of these findings, it offers valuable technical and practical implications for agribusiness management and policymakers.
Red-tailed boa (Boa constrictor) surveys at Salt River Bay National Park, St. Croix U.S. Virgin Islands: 2023 report of activities
Authors: Michaels Trevor
Published: May 2024

St. Croix is home to a variety of threatened and endangered (T&E) species that are at risk for predation by the invasive red-tailed boa (Boa constrictor), such as the St. Croix ground lizard (Amevia polyps), the ground-nesting least tern (Sterna antillarum), and the hawksbill sea turtle (Eretmochelys imbricata). Genetic analysis determined the original red-tailed boa population on St. Croix sourced from a single female released by a pet owner and its range expands every year. Presently, the main population of red-tailed boa is established on the west end of St. Croix and extends as far east as Salt River. One individual was found in Salt River Marina and additional sightings have occurred in Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Ecological Preserve (SARI) more recently. This inventory aims to search for red-tailed boas in two focal areas that park staff are actively restoring. The park will use information from this inventory to develop a boa removal program and protect sensitive native species like the ground-nesting least tern, the St. Croix ground lizard and the hawksbill sea turtle nests and increase the success of restoration.

Snakes are cryptic species, often occurring in low density, and utilize complex habitat patterns. To increase the likelihood of detecting red-tailed boa, the Maryland/Delaware/D.C. Wildlife Services detector dog handling team partnered with the USDA-APHIS National Detector Dog Training Center to train and develop detector dogs to assist in determining the presence/absence of red-tailed boa for this project. Canines were trained to locate red-tailed boa and indicate its presence to the handler via barking three times near the identified target.

Two dog detector teams traveled to Salt River Bay National Park (SARI) in St. Croix to conduct surveys for red-tailed boa in habitats likely to contain red-tailed boa in June 2023. Habitat varied throughout the surveys. Close to the bay, mangrove forests dominated and, as elevation increased, transects took place in almost exclusively dry tropical shrub forest. Each transect was surveyed by one dog team. The canine teams had no red-tailed boa detections within SARI.

Canines showed proficiency at surveying for red-tailed boa populations in SARI. Given the proximity of confirmed detections to SARI, it is likely red-tailed boa will be in the park in the future, if they are not already. Additional surveys, whether by humans, canines, or both, are recommended in areas of the park that have not been previously surveyed.
DEVELOPMENT OF A SETUP FOR VIBRATORY ABRASIVE TREATMENT OF SURFACES OF DECORATIVE ELEMENTS WITH AN ACTIVE WORKING TOOL
Authors: Korobko Bogdan , Bugrov Dmytro
Published: May 2024

This work provides an overview of equipment and technologies for decorative-finishing treatment of parts. It is established that the most effective methods are abrasive mechanical processing techniques such as tumbling, vibrational, centric-rotational, and centric-planetary. Each of them exhibits varying levels of efficiency in specific application areas. Currently, these methods ensure the highest processing efficiency and quality while maintaining the lowest product cost and manufacturing complexity.

Technological equipment is currently produced in series, which may include relatively complex assemblies and mechanisms to address complex technological process tasks, each having specific drawbacks. The main directions for improving equipment are identified, and a classifier of part characteristics for vibro-processing is provided to standardize and unify.

Structural schemes for setups for vibratory abrasive processing with actively positioned horizontal and vertical working tools are proposed. The uniqueness of these setups lies in the ability to create vibrational fields of different intensities (controlled vibratory exciter of the working chamber) and to control the intensity of the motion of the working tool. Control over these parameters allows adapting the setup to a specific technological process and achieving optimal technical and economic indicators for vibro-processing parts, especially for decorative elements with complex shapes, small dimensions, diverse material characteristics – varying hardness and viscosity, which may pose challenges with conventional methods.
THE INFLUENCE OF VIBRATIONS ON THE EFFICIENCY OF THE INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE
Authors: Burlaka Serhii
Published: May 2024

This article is devoted to the study of the influence of vibrations on the efficiency and reliability of the internal combustion engine (ICE). The authors consider in detail the amount of vibration that occurs as a result of engine operation and its possible consequences for various components.

The article examines modern methods of vibration analysis and their impact on various types of technical systems, including electromechanical, hydromechanical, and thermal energy equipment. Vibration reduction technologies and their implementation to increase the efficiency of technical systems are being studied.

The study also includes consideration of possible technologies and innovations aimed at reducing the impact of vibration on engine performance, such as the use of shock absorbers, design optimization and the use of new materials.

In particular, the article analyzes the use of the latest materials for vibration reduction, the development of control and diagnostic systems, and also studies the impact of vibrations on human health and the environment. The importance of considering vibration aspects in the process of design, operation and maintenance of technical equipment is noted. Possible implications for measurement accuracy, electronic stability, and overall control efficiency are highlighted. The authors offer practical solutions to reduce these negative impacts, including the use of innovative technologies and the development of improved electronics systems.

This article is aimed at the engineering and scientific community, as well as at professionals who are interested in improving the efficiency of technical systems and understanding the effect of vibrations on their functioning. The conclusions and recommendations presented in this paper can be used for further research and development in the field of vibration engineering and technology.
Leaching behaviour of limonite ores from Lapaopao, Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia: Effect of mineralogy and acid types
Authors: Onggang Suharto , Maulana Adi , Sufriadin Sufriadin , Irfan Ulva Ria
Published: May 2024

An atmospheric leaching study of limonite ores from Lapaopao, Southeast Sulawesi, using hydrochloric acid (HCl), nitric acid (HNO3), and sulfuric acid (H2SO4) has been performed. The objectives of this study were to analyze the effect of ore mineralogy and acid types on the dissolution behavior of minerals and the leaching rate of Ni and Co at atmospheric pressure conditions. Mineralogical analysis was carried out using optical microscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and X-ray diffractometry (XRD), while the ore's chemical composition was determined by using X-ray fluorescence spectrometry (XRF) and atomic absorption spectrophotometry (AAS). Mineralogically, the limonite ores are dominated by goethite, followed by gibbsite, talc, and lizardite, with less amounts of hematite and quartz. Analysis results of solid residues revealed that mineral dissolution order was determined as follows: goethite > lizardite > gibbsite> hematite > talc> quartz. The results of the leaching experiment exhibited that the order of leaching rates of Ni in the three ores samples using three different acids were found as follows: Ore-1 > Ore-2 > Ore-3. Comparison of HCl, HNO3, and H2SO4 as the lixiviants for the leaching of limonite ores demonstrated that HCl was the most reactive acid, followed by HNO3 and then H2SO4. This might be due to the differences in mineralogical nature and reactivities of acids during the leaching process.
Strategic Transportation Planning: Co-Site Planning at Coolwood SA Company
Authors: Shafan Tukashaba , Clement Shingiro
Published: May 2024

This technical report presents a meticulous exploration of the site planning endeavours undertaken by CoolWood SA, a distinguished entity in wood furniture production, as it endeavours to relocate its operations to Hasselt, Belgium. With over 15 years of industry expertise, CoolWood SA seeks to optimize spatial utilization and operational efficiency through strategic site planning. The report delves into the intricacies of site location, area adjustment, department allocation, external flow access to the warehouse, and current road infrastructure analysis. Utilizing a multifaceted approach, CoolWood SA collaborated with Afro International Transport Planning Consultants to employ various software tools and adhere to international standards throughout the planning process. Key findings include detailed area adjustments, department allocations aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, and analyses of internal circulation, parking requirements, and external traffic movement. Notable measures such as prioritizing employee safety, accommodating diverse transportation modes, and promoting cleanliness and hygiene within the facility are meticulously outlined. The report concludes with insights gleaned from sight distance analyses, swept analysis simulations, and overarching recommendations for CoolWood SA to elevate safety standards and facilitate industry growth. By implementing the proposed strategies and measures, CoolWood SA stands poised to navigate its relocation journey with precision and foresight
Social Inclusion, a Pathway for Educating All Pupils in Mainstream Primary Schools in Cross River State, Nigeria
Authors: Ewa Moses Apie
Published: May 2024

This survey investigated whether social inclusion influences education for all pupils in state mainstream schools in Cross River State, Nigeria. Two research questions, and hypotheses, were posed for the study. 704 pupils were drawn from eight public primary schools located across the education zones of the state to participate in the study. The social inclusion and mainstream schooling questionnaire (SIMSQ) were utilised to generate data. Following the social inclusion theory, data was analysed using the Pearson product-moment correlation coefficient via SPSS software. Findings revealed that policy on inclusion and learner engagement significantly influence education for all pupils in mainstream schools within the context. It is therefore recommended that: the government of Nigeria should revise the national policy on education to properly emphasise mainstream schooling for inclusion to be effective in general schools; special schools should be abolished to give way to mainstream schools; the idea of parity in education can be broadened to inclusion of all children in education; awareness campaigns should be conducted regularly to educate stakeholders about general schools based on social inclusion, and to get their support; pro inclusion laws should be enacted to give legal backing to mainstream schooling; Nigeria should give force to inclusion to make it compulsory for all pupils to receive education in mainstream schools; substantial empirical studies have to be conducted in Nigeria to spark a policy change in the direction of mainstreaming in the country
Is outpatient surgery for inguinal hernia with a laparoscopic approach possible?
Authors: Aguilar del Castillo F , Ruiz García GA , García Corona M , Hinojosa Ramírez F , Suarez Grau JM , Tallón Aguilar L
Published: May 2024

La reparación de la hernia inguinal es uno de los procedimientos quirúrgicos más realizados a nivel mundial y es el principal procedimiento asociado a la cirugía mayor ambulatoria. Recientemente, la evolución de las técnicas quirúrgicas y anestésicas han permitido plantear el abordaje mínimamente invasivo en unidades de cirugía mayor ambulatoria. Presentamos una breve descripción de algunos de los aspectos más importantes a la hora de seleccionar pacientes óptimos para hernioplastia inguinal en régimen de cirugía ambulatoria.
СУЧАСНІ ПРОБЛЕМИ ЕКОЛОГІЧНОЇ ПСИХОЛОГІЇ: ЖИТТЄВІ СТРАТЕГІЇ ОСОБИСТОСТІ В УМОВАХ ВІЙНИ
Authors: Shvalb Yurii , Vernik Oleksii
Published: May 2024

У повідомленні подано інформацію про XX Всеукраїнську науково-практичну конференцію з міжнародною участю «Сучасні проблеми екологічної психології: життєві стратегії особистості в умовах воєнного стану», яка відбулася 14-15 травня 2024 р. в Інституті психології імені Г.С. Костюка НАПН України, у змішаному форматі. В її роботі взяли участь науковці, практикуючі фахівці, науково-педагогічні працівники, представники громадських організацій із різних регіонів України й зарубіжжя. Представлено теми основних доповідей конференції, результат роботи круглого столу у вигляді відкритої моделі збереження та підтримки ментального здоров’я і благополуччя. Схарактеризовано основні висновки роботи конференції.
The role and prospects of nanotechnology in green energy technologies
Authors:   Azerbaijan Oil Industry Journal, Shahbazov E.G. , Zeynalzada T.E. ,   Baku Higher Oil School, Farzalizada Sh.A. ,   Baku Higher Oil School
Published: May 2024

In the current article, research has been conducted on the application directions of nanotechnology in various sectors of green energy technologies, and analyses have been made based on them. These analyses include studies of the application of nanotechnology in the fields of solar, wind, hydrogen, and geothermal energy. The shortcomings that appear in the process of transition to the mentioned green energy sectors were discussed. Also, the role of nanotechnology in increasing the efficiency of application in these fields was emphasized. On the basis of these analyses, common coordination between energy sectors was made and the relevance of using nanomaterials in eliminating the negative aspects affecting the decrease in efficiency in each of them was noted. Finally, the “small concentration and excitation” theory, which opened a new path in the oil and gas industry, and the scientific rationale for increasing the efficiency of the wells developed with this theory were touched upon.
Fuels and additives to them
Authors:   Institute of Chemistry of Additives of Azerbaijan Republic, Nagiyeva E.A.
Published: May 2024

Information about fuels is given, which are subdivided according to the area of application into automobile and aviation gasolines, tractor kerosenes, diesel and jet fuels. To improve the quality of fuel, it is advisable to use various additives: dispersant, anti-corrosion, anti-oxidation, flame retardant and anti-smoke additives. In recent years, developed countries have been using biofuels. It is shown that when using biofuels, compared to oil-based fuels, greenhouse gas emissions are reduced by 60–95 %. Research and development work related to biofuels is also underway at the Institute of Chemistry of Additives after acad. A.M. Guliyev.