bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Persistence and Domiciled Mutual Fund Managers Performance: Evidence for South Africa
Authors:   World Bank, Telila Henok Fasil , Brunetti Marianna ,   CEFIN, Italy
Published: September 2024

This paper presents an overview of the South African domiciled mutual fund industry and studies mutual fund performance using a survivorship bias-free sample of 2,843 share class of funds. 4-factor asset-pricing model is used to measure performance, and an additional two factors from the recent framework have been considered [1,2]. This study is able to provide further evidence on the performance of open-end mutual fund managers in a notable emerging market, South Africa. This paper investigates whether mutual fund managers’ inability in developed markets to beat the market, which has been widely proved, also holds in less developed markets. Furthermore, we examine if South African fund managers exhibit persistence in performance. The negative net alpha for South African domiciled mutual fund managers shows that they underperform their respective market benchmarks and are not able to add value. Lastly, consistent with results in developed markets, for all portfolios with different magnitudes, the paper reveals a persistence in performance; however, the effect is attributed to "icy-hands" rather than "hothands."
Genetic study of an isolated population of adders Vipera berus founded by historic translocation: implications for conservation
Authors: Ball Sarah , Petrovan Silviu , Ashe-Jepson Esme , Dobson Claire , Lawson Becki , Morrison Liz , Garner Trent
Published: September 2024

Adder Vipera berus populations in Great Britain have undergone substantial declines in recent decades. Isolation due to habitat fragmentation particularly threatens the demographic and genetic health of small populations. Despite the potential benefit of population supplementation in the conservation management of affected populations, there are currently no consensus guidelines for conservation-motivated translocations of this species. Translocations of adders for ecological mitigation of land development are more frequently undertaken, although these are typically poorly documented and insufficiently monitored, representing a wasted opportunity for strategic learning and improvements. We studied an isolated adder population on a protected site in eastern England, founded in 1999 by the translocation of adders from a development site. With known numbers, age and sex of released individuals, this represented an opportunity to improve our understanding of the genetic outcome of a newly created population. Although apparently thriving despite a low founder number, the finding in 2015 of a stillborn clutch of adders raised the possibility of inbreeding in the population. We sampled adders from the translocated population in 2017, and two individuals from the donor site in 2018. Although we found no increase in homozygosity, relatedness and maximum likelihood sibship analysis revealed high levels of consanguinity, especially within the subgroup of adults. Demographic modelling with Approximate Bayesian Computation supported the known origin of the population, but also a subsequent, undocumented adder release to the site, accounting for the observed healthy proportion of young adders with lower levels of consanguinity. Despite the protected habitat site, the population remains isolated, and thus demographically and genetically vulnerable. We highlight the importance of careful post-translocation monitoring including targeted genetic analyses. Strategic data gathering coupled with careful management of translocations, whether for ecological mitigation or conservation rescue, could support significant improvements to the conservation management of this species, including reintroduction initiatives. Keywords: relatedness, inbreeding, stillbirth, foundation bottleneck, population supplementation
Sedimentary exhalative Pb-Zn deposit model of the Ban Lin – Phia Dam ore range, Vietnam
Authors: Tung Ta Dinh , Tuan Le Canh , Binh Do Quoc , Quang Nguyen Tien , Giang Nguyen Thi Linh
Published: September 2024

Purpose. The aim of this study is to construct a typical ore model for Pb-Zn ore range in Ban Lin – Phia Dam and to compare it with the existing ones. The model is constructed based on three main elements of the mineral generation process, such as formation environment, generated-ore fluid source, and deposited-ore mechanism. The obtained results are aimed at determining and predicting the resource of sedimentary exhalative (SEDEX) Pb-Zn ore deposit in Vietnam. Methods. To comprehend the characteristics of the SEDEX Pb-Zn ore deposits in the Ban Lin – Phia Dam area, we employ a combination of approaches that include mineralography to determine the composition and tectonic structure of rocks and ore, inclusion analysis to determine the temperature and inclusion composition, Pb isotopic analysis and stable S isotopic analysis to explore the environment and sources of ore-forming materials. Findings. The sedimentary exhalative (SEDEX) Pb-Zn ore deposit arises from the dissolution of metal-rich salt deposits due to heating at shallow depths (several kilometers). Subsequently, this fluid migrates through faults and fractures to preferred locations where galena and sphalerite precipitate alongside sedimentary basin deposition. Originality. SEDEX ore deposits have been extensively studied in various regions of the world. Although there are multiple theories regarding their origin, including explosion, biological debris accumulation, and surface replacement, each model has its own distinct advantages and limitations in explaining the genesis and development of SEDEX ore deposits. Practical implications. The acquired findings are intended to identify and predict the resources of sedimentary exhalative Pb-Zn ore deposits in Vietnam.
Integration of stability factors A, B and C on the Mathews Stability Graph into a mining-level optimization algorithm
Authors: Putra Danu , Karian Tri , Sulistianto Budi , Heriawan Mohamad Nur
Published: September 2024

Purpose. This study aims to enhance the optimization approach by integrating stability analysis using Mathews Stability Graph into stope mining-level optimization algorithm. Methods. The programming language is employed to integrate the Mathews Stability Graph into the stope mining-level optimization algorithm at the preliminary optimization stage, providing dimensional constraints based on rock conditions. Algorithm validation is conducted using three scenarios reflecting rock conditions in the block model: fixed stope dimensions with a maxi-mum stope size, fixed stope dimensions with a minimum stope size, and variable stope dimensions based on the proposed algorithm. Additionally, to validate the stability of the stope in the optimization algorithm, the stability of each stope wall is confirmed by back plotting on a stability graph. Findings. The algorithm manages to create a stope design that complies both with geotechnical and economic aspects, based on the data provided in the synthetic block model. Originality. Optimal stope design is often determined by the stope’s economic parameter, whereas geotechnical variables, easily available in the block model, are neglected. The proposed algorithm aims to include stability analysis using the Mathews Stability Graph into the stope mining-level optimization algorithm. Practical implications. The method was successfully tested using data from a block model simulating the conditions of a real ore body in Indonesia. In addition, the method may be used by mine planners during the early stage of feasibility assessment.
Modeling the stability of air flows in inclined workings in case of fire
Authors: Brovko Dmytro , Makareiko Roman , Sakhno Serhiy , Yanova Lyudmyla , Pischikova Olena
Published: September 2024

Purpose. Development of a mathematical model and study of the processes occurring during conveyor belt fires in inclined mines to determine the mechanism of air flow distribution under appropriate conditions. Methods. Practical measurements of the distribution of air flows in an inclined conveyor operated at the mining and processing plant of PJSC ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih were carried out. Based on the obtained data, a mathematical model was crea-ted, which was then used to perform Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modeling of gas flows in the mine under normal conditions and in the event of a fire with a thermal capacity of 9 MW. Findings. The study reveals the peculiarities of gas flows during the combustion of a conveyor belt in inclined workings, as well as the influence of turbulence on the flow, changes in the density of gases during heating, and the impact of gravity on the distribution of gases in the cross-section and along the length of the workings. A fire centre with a heat output of 9 MW has a significant impact on the distribution of air flows. The phenomenon of thermal expansion results in a 59.2% increase in the volume of gases behind the fire. The thermal expansion of gases and their low density have a significant impact on the formation of gas flows in inclined workings. As the jet moves away from the centre of the fire, the velocity of the jet gradually increases, reaching a value of 12.4 m/s. This results in a notable alteration in the distribution of total pressure across adjacent workings, accompanied by an increase in flow turbulence. Consequently, the mass of air exiting the right branch is observed to have a five-fold increase in comparison to the pre-fire state. The overturning of the jet from the left branch of the workings gives rise to the exclusive distribution of combustion products along the right branch. Originality. The study helps to understand the mechanism of jet overturning and the peculiarities of the distribution of combustion products in case of fire in inclined conveyor workings. Practical implications. The results of the research allow us to predict the probability of fire, identify the most dangerous areas for fire, and plan the most rational actions for firefighting in specific unique conditions.
Effect of Risperidone on Liver Enzymes Levels in Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Authors: Shimul Shahanaz Khan , Shahjadi Shorifa , Naznin Tahmina , Patwary Md Shaiful Islam
Published: September 2024

Background: Irritability and hyperactivity are associated co-morbidities in autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Recently for this purpose, risperidone, an atypical antipsychotic is the drug of choice for ASD children. Abnormalities of liver enzymes were found associated with atypical antipsychotics. Methods: This observational study was conducted in the Department of Physiology, BSMMU carried on 68 children enrolled from parents forum, Mohakhali, Dhaka.All were diagnosed case of ASD with similar age and sex. Among them 34 were treated with risperidone which constituted the study group and 34 were not treated with risperidone constituted the control group. The enzymes were estimated by ELISA and automated analyzer. For statistical analysis student’s unpaired t-test was done. Results: The mean valuesof serum alkaline phosphatase (ALP), alanine aminotransferase (ALT), aspartate aminotransferase (AST) and gamma-glutamyl transferase (GGT)level of children with autism spectrum disorder who were treated with risperidone were significantly higher compared to control group. Conclusion: Risperidone adversely affects liver function by increasing enzymes level in children with autism spectrum disorder.
J Bangladesh Soc Physiol 2023;18(2): 72-77
Effect of slow breathing exercise on heart rate variability: A non linear analysis in female major depressive disorder patients
Authors: Zaman Nusrut , Sultana Shamima , Morshed Nahid Mahjabin , Chowdhury Esha , Lima MarefaTuz Zohora
Published: September 2024

Background: Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a mental health problem, associated with cardiac autonomic dysfunction. Cardiac autonomic function (CANF) can be assessed by non linear  analysis of heart rate variability (HRV), a simple non-invasive software based analytical method. Yoga based slow breathing exercise (SBE) has role to improve autonomic dysfunction in some disease condition. Objective: To observe the effect of SBE on non linear measures of HRV in newly diagnosed female MDD patients. Methods: The quasi-experimental study was conducted in 2023 on sixty (60) newly diagnosed female MDD patients of 20-40 years aged, collected from the Department of Psychiatry, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU). Among them 30 were assigned with SBE and remaining 30 patients without SBE were followed up after 90 days. Both patient groups received conventional treatment during this period. Thirty apparently healthy female subjects with similar age & BMI were included as control for comparison and they did not perform breathing exercise. Data were taken at baseline and after 90 days in all the subjects. CANF was assessed by analysing non linear (poincare plot) of HRV by using ECG based data acquisition device, Power lab 8/35. Data were expressed as mean±SD. For statistical analysis, ANOVA followed by post hoc Bonferroni test and paired sample “t” test were used. Results: At baseline pulse rate and BP were significantly lower in both group of MDD patients compared to control. The pre-intervention values of standard deviation of short term RR interval variability (SD1), standard deviation of long term RR interval variability (SD2) and ratio of short term and long term RR interval variability (SD1/SD2) were found significantly (p< 0.001) lower in MDD patients compared to healthy control. Following 90 days of SBE, significant (p< 0.001, p< 0.05) rise of these poincare plot parameters  was noted in MDD patients whereas no significant changes of these parameters were observed in patients without SBE after 90 days of follow-up. Moreover, the pulse BP almost reached control level though the non linear parameters were still below control level after 3 months of SBE.. Conclusion: Autonomic dysfunction occured in MDD patients SBE can improve cardiac autonomic dysfunction and sympathovagal balance in female MDD patients.
J Bangladesh Soc Physiol 2023;18(2): 45-52
Brain electrical activity in female Major Depressive Disorder patients
Authors: Lima Marefa Tuz Zohora , Boby Farjana , Zaman Nusrut , Afroz Sharmin , Morshed Nahid Mahjabin , Ferdousi Sultana
Published: September 2024

Background: Quantitative EEG provides insight to the brain activity associated with depressive illness. Frontal asymmetry and changes of slow wave frequencies brain activity have been found as the characteristic features of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD). Objective: To assess the brain activity by power spectral analysis of EEG in female patients with MDD. Methods: This observational study was carried on 20 female MDD patients (age 20-40 years) enrolled from the Department of Psychiatry, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University, Shahbag, Dhaka. Twenty (20) healthy volunteers of the same age were considered the control group. For the study, EEG was recorded for 3 minutes in eye closed position by EEG data acquisition device, EEG Traveler BrainTech 32+ CMEEG-01, India. Power spectral analysis of EEG data was done by BT40 analysis software. For statistical analysis, the Mann-Whitney U test was done. Results: Significantly higher Absolute power of delta and theta brain wave, and lower alpha and beta brain wave activity was observed in female MDD patients compared to control in all most all electrodes in all cortical regions. Conclusion: MDD patients showed low excitable brain state and characteristic feature of high slow frequency wave and low fast frequency wave in MDD which can be diagnosed by quantitative EEG analysis.
J Bangladesh Soc Physiol 2023;18(2): 53-62
FORECASTING HARVEST RESULTS OF FRESH FRUIT BUNCHES USING THE SES METHOD
Authors: Kurniawan Ahmad , Helmiah Fauriatun , Yuma Febby Madonna
Published: September 2024

Abstract: PT. Perkebunan Nusantara IV (Persero) Tinjowan is a state-owned enterprise unit operating in the palm oil plantation industry. In an effort to increase production, the plantation company aims to enhance production efficiency so that palm oil product prices become more competitive by determining harvest yields. The company's harvest yield estimation still uses a traditional approach based on the average bunch weight (BJR), considering the year of planting and the planting area. However, this technique is less effective and efficient. If the company's estimates are incorrect, it can potentially lead to losses or increased production budgets. The purpose of this research is to obtain a comparison of forecast results for the next month with the best alpha accuracy measure using the Single Exponential Smoothing method. The research method used is based on qualitative and quantitative data from interviews and observations of data from December 2022 to November 2023. The forecasting results with an alpha accuracy value of 0.9 using the Single Exponential Smoothing method show a forecast for December 2023 of 13,835.57844 with a percentage error rate (MAPE) of 9.28%, MAD of 1,021,423.6, and MSE of 174,130,366.Keywords: forecasting; palm oil; single exponential smoothing Abstrak: PT. Perkebunan Nusantara IV (Persero) Tinjowan sebagai unit usaha BUMN yang beroperasi di industri perkebunan kelapa sawit. Dalam upaya meningkatkan produksi, perusahaan perkebunan, peningkatan efisiensi produksi agar harga produk sawit lebih kompetitif dengan menentukan hasil panen. Pada perkiraan hasil panen perusahaan masih menerapkan pendekatan tradisional berdasarkan berat janjangan rata-rata (BJR) dengan mempertimbangkan tahun tanam dan luas area tanaman. Namun, tehnik ini kurang efektif dan efisien, Apabila perkiraan yang dibuat perusahaan salah berpotensi menyebabkan kerugian atau peningkatan anggaran produksi. Tujuan dari penelitian ini untuk mendapatkan perbandingan hasil peramalan pada bulan berikutnya dengan ukuran akurasi alpha terbaik menggunakan metode Single Exponential Smoothing. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah berdasarkan data kualitatif dan kuantitatif dari hasil wawancara dan observasi data bulan desember 2022 - november 2023. Hasil peramalan dari ukuran akurasi nilai alpha 0.9 menggunakan metode Single Exponential Smoothing diperoleh peramalan untuk periode desember 2023 sebesar 13.835578,44 dengan tingkat persentase error MAPE sebesar 9,28%, MAD 1021423.6 dan MSE 174130366.Kata Kunci: kelapa sawit; peramalan; single exponential smoothing
GROUPING STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT DATA IN A DECISION MAKING SYSTEM USING THE WEIGHT PRODUCT METHOD
Authors: Fajri T. Irfan
Published: September 2024

Abstract: Information, modeling, and data manipulation systems are called decision support systems (DSS). When there is uncertainty about the best course of action in semi-structured or unstructured situations, the system is utilized to support decision-making. There are various approaches available for producing decision support systems, one of which is the Weighted Product (WP) Method. With the Weighted Product (WP) approach, attribute ratings are connected by multiplication; however, each attribute's rating must first be increased to the power of the attribute's weight. The normalizing process is same to this one. SPK procedure to choose the winners of the scholarships. Scholarship information from MTS Swasta Alwasliyah Simpang Merbau can be saved in the Decision Support System using this method. This way, in the event that an error arises when entering grades or scholarship information, the wrong information can be fixed without requiring the scholarship information to be re-input. Scholarships are presents to individuals in the form of financial aid intended to be utilized toward their ongoing educational pursuits.            Keywords : decision support system; students; weighted product method  Abstract: Sistem informasi, pemodelan, dan manipulasi data disebut sistem pendukung keputusan (DSS). Ketika terdapat ketidakpastian mengenai tindakan terbaik dalam situasi semi-terstruktur atau tidak terstruktur, sistem digunakan untuk mendukung pengambilan keputusan. Terdapat berbagai pendekatan yang tersedia untuk menghasilkan sistem pendukung keputusan, salah satunya adalah Metode Weighted Product (WP). Dengan pendekatan Weighted Product (WP) memiliki konsep yang sederhana untuk menentukan pembobotan terhadap kriteria yang memiliki nilai hampir sama sehingga dalam penentuan penerima beasiswa dapat mudah dilakukan walaupun dengan data yang banyak. Metode Weighted Product (WP) dengan kriteria penilaian akademik, sikap dan tanggung jawab dan hasil perhitungan tertinggi menggunakan sistem yaitu 0.27. Sehingga dapat diterapkan untuk menyeleksi siswa-siswi berprestasi dan untuk menerapkan pemilihan siswa-siswi berprestasi secara online dengan disebarkan kedalam kelas. Keywords: metode weighted product; sistem pendukung keputusan; siswa
Asumispolku lähiössä
Authors: Hynynen Kaisa , Salminen Jarkko , Häikiö Liisa
Published: September 2024

Tarkastelemme lähiössä asuvien asumispolkuja. Tulokset osoittavat, että asumispolun eri vaiheissa asukkaiden suhde alueeseen muuttuu. Asuinalueelle muutossa korostuvat arjen sujuvuus, taloudellisuus ja tuttuus, kun taas sinne kiinnittymisessä luonnon läheisyys ja yhteisöllisyys. Juurtumisvaiheessa keskeistä on, että alueeseen liitetyt myönteiset käsitykset näyttävät olevan turvattuja myös tulevaisuudessa. Tulokset tuovat uutta tietoa siitä, miten asuinalueeseen ja asumiseen liittyvät arvostukset muuttuvat yksilön asumispolulla ja siitä, miten asukkaiden yhteinen ymmärrys asuinalueesta ja asuinalueen suhde muuhun kaupunkiin muodostuu osaksi yksilöiden asumispolkuja.
INDICATORS AND CRITERIA OF SURVIVABILITY FOR SECURITY FORCE PERSONNEL UNDER CONDITIONS OF ENEMY FIRE IMPACT
Authors:   National academy of hte National Guard of Ukraine, B�lenko Oleksandr , Pashchenko Viktor ,   National Academy of the National Guard of Ukraine
Published: September 2024

It has been established that the conditions under which security force units perform their tasks during a full-scale war have undergone significant changes, leading to a decrease in the survivability of security force personnel both during combat operations and while carrying out law enforcement tasks. The main factors influencing the likelihood of a security officer sustaining a combat injury have been identified, and a comprehensive set of survivability indicators for security force personnel under enemy fire conditions has been developed. Based on these indicators, a list of criteria for the survivability of security force personnel has been proposed.
THEORETICAL FOUNDATIONS OF THE INTERCONNECTION BETWEEN NATIONAL AND SOCIAL RESILIENCE AND STATE POLICY OF NATIONAL SECURITY
Authors:   The National academy of hte National Guard of Ukraine, Riabets Kateryna
Published: September 2024

A scientific-theoretical substantiation of the interrelationship between both national and social resilience and national security policy has been conducted. The provisions of legislation and scientific works focusing on national and social resilience, national security, and the state policy on that have been examined. The study identifies the features of national and social resilience that unite and distinguish them, as well as their interconnection with state policy of national security. The author's own definitions for the concepts of "national security", "socially resilient state," and "social resilience of the public" are formulated. The reasons for the decrease of national and social resilience levels have been identified. Practical recommendations for improving the state policy of national security have been developed.
АВТОМАТИЗАЦІЯ ЗБОРУ ТА АНАЛІЗУ ЗВІТНОСТІ ШКІЛ ІЗ ВИКОРИСТАННЯ КОШТІВ ДЕРЖАВНИХ ОСВІТНІХ СУБВЕНЦІЙ
Authors: Лондар Сергій , Литвинчук Андрій , Терещенко Ганна , Гапон Валентина , Анісімова Ольга
Published: September 2024

The availability of reliable educational statistical, administrative, and financial information is a prerequisite for the development of effective educational policy. The importance of the reliability of educational management information has only increased since Russian military invasion of Ukraine in 2022.  In these circumstances, a detailed analysis of the use of state educational subventions as the main budgetary instrument for financing education is needed. Increased transparency and automation of information gathering can be achieved by introducing an information system for collecting and analyzing school reports on the use of state educational subventions. Currently, such generalized information is collected by the State Treasury Service of Ukraine (STSU) starting from the level of the territorial community, but it is not available to educational managers.
The purpose of this study is to formulate a methodology for developing information and analytical tools for automated collection and analysis of financial statements of general secondary education institutions using state educational subventions in order to increase transparency and efficiency of budget funds, create preconditions for the formation of reliable data, on the basis of which it will be possible to make informed financial and organisational decisions, evaluate their effectiveness at all levels of educational management.
The article analyzes the existing reporting forms submitted by the general secondary education institutions (GSEI), and the regulatory framework for their submission. Improving the reliability and quality of the collected financial data can be achieved by developing and implementing an information subsystem (module) for automated gathering and analysis of this information from the level of GSEIs in the environment of the software and hardware complex "Automated Information Complex of Educational Management", which is already used by education managers.
The requirements for such a module and its interaction with the already available information in the SHC AICOM and other state information systems are substantiated. It is shown that the optimal way is to organize automated collection of financial information from the level of general secondary schools. The implementation of the module will improve the information support of educational and financial managers, and will allow for a comprehensive solution to the issues of local education development.
РЕЄСТРАЦІЯ ПРАВА ІНТЕЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЇ ВЛАСНОСТІ НА ОСНОВІ ТЕХНОЛОГІЇ БЛОКЧЕЙН
Authors: Вінник Максим , Полторацький Максим , Коннова Ольга , Кушнір Наталія , Богданович Андрій
Published: September 2024

The widespread implementation of blockchain technologies fundamentally changes many processes in the socio-economic and cultural life of modern society. The high level of investment in the implementation of this technology, especially in the field of digital art, confirms the perspective and high interest of business in the further development of the blockchain. At the same time, the appearance of a large number of digital works of art and the possibility of electronic access to the latest developments actualize the issue of copyright protection and quick obtaining of intellectual property (IP) documentation. This issue is also important for teachers and educational institutions because it allows them to protect the results of their work, promote innovation and knowledge in the field. The use of non-fungible tokens is one of the most promising directions for the protection of intellectual property.
The article analyzes the experience of implementing blockchain technologies in the process of obtaining intellectual property documents and patents, and copyright protection in general, and also considers systems and platforms designed for copyright protection.
We present the model of authorship registration and obtaining IP documents based on blockchain technology. The user’s authorship will be represented in the form of a non-fungible token (NFT), which contains all information about this intellectual property and confirms the user's right to it. Each NFT is unique, allowing creators to present their creations in digital form with guaranteed proof of authorship. In addition, the article presents a fragment of the requirements for the tokenomics model and a diagram of the interaction of agents in the context of the functioning of tokenomics and the model as a whole.
During the research, an NFT model was developed. It represents an intellectual property document certifying the authors’ rights to intellectual property objects. We implemented a smart contract that manages the creation and transfer of NFTs using the Cadence language on the Flow blockchain. In addition, the key functional requirements for the system were implemented, among them: registration of authors and experts (reviewers), adding keywords for the selection of experts (reviewers), searching for relevant experts by keywords, implementation of payment functions for reviewers for work performed.
ІНТЕРАКТИВНА КАРТА МІКРОТОПОНІМІВ СЕЛА ВЕЛИКІ ДІДУШИЧІ ЯК ЗАСІБ ЗБЕРЕЖЕННЯ І ДОСЛІДЖЕННЯ ОНІМІВ
Authors: Сегін Любомир , Тищенко Лариса
Published: September 2024

In the proposed article the authors presents an interactive map of microtoponyms of the village of Velyki Didushychi, Stryi district, Lviv region, created in Google Maps application, which serves as a platform not only for displaying cartographic information, but also as a source of various linguistic information about microtoponyms. On the example of one settlement, the step-by-step process of creating a map is traced: searching in the «My Maps» section on Google Drive for a map of the village, naming, filling with information about the settlement in the «Description» section, putting the onym on the map, presenting various linguistic information about the microtoponym (features of local pronunciation, grammatical information, type of named object, type of structure, method of formation, semantics of the motivational stem, etc.). The authors emphasises the possibilities of using interactive maps for various research needs: division into semantic groups, selection of structural types, methods of creation, formation of areas of microtoponyms, which is demonstrated by examples. Attention is focused on the key definitions of the research (interactive map, microtoponym), supplementing the created interactive map with new names and extra-linguistic information (photos, videos, legends, stories), which broadens the perception of the name and contributes to the interest of a much larger number of people, as well as on the possibilities the use of such an information platform in the educational process of philological specialties during the study of dialectology, microtoponymy, linguistic and cultural studies (in particular in the of distant or mixed learning), in the compilation of local history guides, and in learning the history of one’s native village.
Enfermedad de Von Willebrand tipo I e hipermenorrea de aparición espontánea en mujer adulta sin antecedentes clínicos previos
Authors: Lopez Muñoz Diego Fernando , Molano García Esteban , Domínguez Rodríguez Jenniferth Daniela , Muñoz Giraldo Karen Melissa , Rendón Sánchez Cristian Gerardo , Saiz Duque María del Mar , Vásquez Gómez Juanita
Published: September 2024

Este reporte de caso describe a una mujer adulta joven que presentó hipermenorrea de aparición espontánea, sin antecedentes clínicos previos. Los exámenes de laboratorio confirmaron el diagnóstico de enfermedad de von Willebrand tipo 1, una forma hereditaria de trastorno hemorrágico caracterizada por una deficiencia cuantitativa del factor de von Willebrand. El diagnóstico de la enfermedad de von Willebrand tipo 1 se basa en la evaluación de los niveles plasmáticos del factor de von Willebrand y pruebas de función plaquetaria, que revelan niveles reducidos del factor de von Willebrand y actividad disminuida del mismo en pacientes con esta variante. El manejo de la hipermenorrea y otras manifestaciones hemorrágicas es crucial. Las opciones terapéuticas incluyen el uso de anticonceptivos orales combinados y ácido tranexámico para regular el ciclo menstrual y reducir el sangrado excesivo durante los períodos menstruales.
Análise da eficiência energética de sistemas de aquecimento solar de água com armazenamento de calor sensível em Moçambique
Authors: Chichango Fernando , Cristóvão Luís , Nhambiu Jorge , Cumbe Fabião , Mavanga Gil Gabriel
Published: September 2024

Considerando a crescente procura de soluções energéticas sustentáveis e a necessidade de reduzir os custos de eletricidade, a dependência de combustíveis fósseis e a desflorestação, o objetivo deste artigo é apresentar um estudo de caso de desempenho de implementação de sistemas de aquecimento solar com armazenamento de calor sensível em Moçambique. Este estudo investiga a eficiência destes sistemas quando os sistemas de armazenamento de calor são integrados. O método de estudo de caso inclui a recolha de dados empíricos através de medições de campo e simulações computacionais. Os resultados indicam que o aquecedor solar, quando integrado com sistemas de armazenamento térmico, tem elevado potencial de eficiência energética. As simulações mostram que, ao armazenar a energia excedente diária, o aquecedor solar pode alcançar até dois dias de autonomia energética, graças à abundante radiação solar na região e à capacidade térmica de pedra-sabão e óleo térmico. No entanto, estes sistemas enfrentam desafios como a variabilidade climática e os elevados custos iniciais. Além disso, o estudo destaca que, com políticas públicas adequadas e incentivos financeiros, a adoção de sistemas de aquecimento solar pode ser uma solução viável e sustentável para o abastecimento de água quente em Moçambique. A implementação de tais sistemas não só contribuiria para a redução da dependência dos combustíveis fósseis, mas também promoveria o desenvolvimento sustentável no país.
Alternativas de supressão de plantas espontâneas pelo coroamento físico de macieiras conduzidas em sistema de produção orgânica
Authors: Hellwig Cristiano Geremias , Martins Carlos Roberto , Lima Antonio Davi Vaz , Leonardi Fernanda Lopes , Souza Rafaela Schmidt de , Malgarim Marcelo Barbosa
Published: September 2024

Objetivou-se com o estudo avaliar diferentes alternativas de coroamento físico para a supressão de plantas espontâneas no cultivo de macieiras conduzidas em sistema de produção orgânica. O experimento foi conduzido durante o ciclo vegetativo 2022/2023 na Embrapa Clima Temperado, Pelotas, Rio Grande do Sul, Brasil. O delineamento experimental utilizado foi em blocos casualizados, com cinco métodos de coroamento no manejo das plantas: Sem coroamento, coroamento com capina manual, palhada, papelão, além do emprego de embalagens Tetra Pak®. Foram avaliadas a supressão de plantas espontâneas, altura das plantas espontâneas, sobrevivência das mudas e o crescimento das macieiras, além da temperatura do solo sob os métodos de coroamento. A supressão das plantas espontâneas foi maior com o uso de embalagens Tetra Pak® e papelão como forma de coroamento físico, com desempenho similar ao da capina manual. A não realização da supressão das plantas espontâneas resultou na morte de 22,2% das plantas no tratamento sem coroamento. A temperatura do solo foi menor com o coroamento utilizando a palhada, papelão e embalagens Tetra Pak®. O uso de embalagens Tetra Pak® controlaram e reduziram a altura das plantas espontâneas, temperatura do solo e proporcionaram crescimento de macieiras semelhante ao manejo com a capina. O uso das embalagens Tetra Pak® como coroamento físico reduziram a necessidade de intervenções de manejo das plantas espontâneas, sendo um método alternativo e eficiente de supressão das plantas espontâneas em sistema de produção orgânica de macieiras.
A história da loucura através dos séculos: de Foucault à modernidade
Authors: Araújo Jairan Roberto dos Santos , Sugizaki Eduardo
Published: September 2024

A loucura fez uma história conforme diferentes épocas e fronteiras culturais. É o que se depreende da literatura sobre o tema, sobretudo da obra de Michel Foucault, História da loucura, de 1961. A representação social da loucura moldada por fatores culturais, religiosos, políticos e filosóficos. Com o nascimento da saúde mental, na modernidade, conceito que forma oposição com a representação social da loucura. Mas qual o impacto desta obra nos estudos que conceituam a saúde e a doença mental? Tomando esse problema como foco central, o presente trabalho apresenta uma revisão de literatura. O marco temporal do recorte é de 1962 aos nossos dias. O objetivo é tentar estabelecer algumas balizas sobre o quanto é o modo com que Foucault, redefiniu as perspectivas sobre a loucura e a saúde mental, e qual é a percepção dos articulistas sobre a relação de suas ideias com as visões anteriores.
Enactivist Distributed Cognition, and the Role of Distributed Social Practices in Social Change
Authors: Cash Mason
Published: September 2024

I support much of Maiese and Hanna’s (M&H) account of the ways social institutions “mindshape” people’s cognition (values, meanings, affective framings, and habits of bodily comportment), and of the ways neoliberal individualism can be resisted and progressive social change can be enacted. But the overall approach can be augmented, I argue, if M&H would embrace an enactivist account of socially distributed and collective cognition, and action, in which cognitive systems include but are not limited to individuals. Complementing M&H’s focus on top-down “repressive” forms of power, with also “ideological” forms of power that are distributed throughout social communities and their discursive practices, symbolic resources, and shared meanings would enable M&H to see not just top-down mindshaping by institutions, but also peer-to-peer mindshaping between members of distributed normative social practices. This analysis also entails that diverse institutions are often composed of many differing communities and practices, such that institutions are not wholly destructive and deforming nor wholly constructive and enabling. It also augments their largely top-down account of social change with the kinds of social change enacted through peer-to-peer interactions between members of different communities, whose iterated interactions over time embody competition (differing distributions of repressive and ideological power) between different normative communities with different practices, especially through heterodox communities of resistance, offering liberatory and “enabling” social practices as alternatives to dominant orthodox “deforming” social practices.
Çalışan yıpranmasını tahmin etmede analitik bir yaklaşım: Topluluk öğrenme yöntemi
Authors: Yurtsever Mustafa
Published: September 2024

Şirketler, profesyonel çalışanlarının ayrılmasını engelleyerek işe alım ve eğitim maliyetlerini azaltmak için çeşitli önlemler ararlar. Belirli bir çalışanın ayrılıp ayrılmayacağını önceden tahmin etmek, şirketin bu tür kayıpları minimize etmek için gereken adımları atmasını sağlar. Bu nedenle, çalışanların ayrılma olasılığını önceden tahmin etmek, işverenlere stratejik kararlar almalarında yardımcı olabilir. Çalışan yıpranması bu noktada çalışanların işten ayrılma niyetlerini anlama konusunda belirleyici olabilmektedir. Topluluk öğrenme modelleri, birden fazla algoritmanın çeşitli görüşlerini birleştirerek daha doğru ve güvenilir sonuçlar elde etme potansiyeline sahiptir. Bu çalışmada, 1.470 kayıttan oluşan IBM şirketi Watson Analytics tarafından hazırlanan çalışanların yıpranma durumunu gösteren veri seti kullanılmıştır. Bu amaçla, Rastgele Orman, Destek Vektör Makineleri, Çok Katmanlı Algılayıcı modeli ve iki farklı topluluk öğrenme modeli kullanılarak performansları değerlendirilmiştir. Sınıf dengesizliğini aşmak için adaptif sentetik veri üretimi (ADASYN) yaklaşımı kullanılmıştır. Sonuç olarak, ADASYN kullanılarak oluşturulan dengeli bir veri kümesi ile eğitilen yığın topluluk öğrenme modeli ile 0.96 doğruluk oranı elde etmiştir.
Long-Term Forecasting: A MAED Application for Residential Water Heating in South Africa (2024–2040)
Authors: Nosrati-Ghods Nosaibeh , De Kock Savanha , Mosongo Bosibori , Dixon Lara , Kiley Fynn , Howells Mark
Published: September 2024

This article aims to provide an analysis of water heating within South Africa’s residential energy demand. With the Model for Analysis of Energy Demand (MAED) this work investigates four scenarios that account for varying degrees of governmental intervention and policy implementation, specifically in the context of the South African National Standards (SANS 10400-XA2). The three scenarios are designed to assess impacts on energy consumption, focusing primarily on the adoption of solar water heaters across different income groups from 2020 to 2040. The analysis reveals that solar thermal use, when coupled with effective policy support, can significantly mitigate the reliance on traditional, carbon-intensive fuels, particularly within low-to-middle-income households. Through the promotion of said solar water heaters and improved water access, living standards can be enhanced for vulnerable populations while simultaneously mitigating climate change effects. Findings also indicate that strong governmental support is essential for realizing significant energy savings and achieving equitable access to sustainable energy technologies. In the absence of such support, the anticipated benefits of energy efficiency improvements and emissions reductions may not be fully achieved. This is true particularly for low-to-middle-income households that are more likely to remain dependent on fuels with negative health and environmental implications.
PERBANDINGAN METODE GRAVIMETRI DAN DISTILASI UNTUK ANALISIS KAPORIT POWDER 60% PADA INDUSTRI PENGHASIL KAPORIT
Authors: Ibrahim Balqis Zeniva , Santosa Sandra , Wahjoedi Ryan Ayub
Published: September 2024

Salah satu parameter kualitas produk kaporit powder 60% yang dianalisis adalah kadar air atau moisture yaitu harus berkisar antara 3-5%. Awalnya, analisis kadar air ini menggunakan metode gravimetri. Namun seiring berjalannya waktu, oven yang digunakan untuk analisis rusak akibat gas klorin yang korosif. Oleh karena itu, dilakukan penggantian metode gravimetri menjadi metode distilasi. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui kelebihan dan kekurangan antara metode gravimetri dan metode distilasi sehingga dapat diketahui metode yang lebih baik untuk analisis. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan selama 3 hari menggunakan sampel kaporit powder 60% yang dihasilkan pada hari tersebut. Waktu untuk metode gravimetri cukup singkat dan efisien untuk proses produksi. Hasil kadar air pada metode gravimetri cukup rendah, yaitu 2,67%; 3,19%; dan 1,64% yang menandakan kurang akuratnya metode ini. Sedangkan hasil kadar air pada metode distilasi, yaitu 4,0%; 4,5%; dan 2,5% yang menandakan hasil kadar air kaporit powder 60% yang dianalisis dengan metode ini sesuai dengan spesifikasi standar produk yang telah ditentukan. Namun, waktu analisis menggunakan metode distilasi ini cukup lama sehingga tidak efisien. Berdasarkan data hasil kadar air serta kelebihan dan kekurangannya, metode distilasi lebih disarankan untuk digunakan sebagai metode analisis kadar air kaporit powder 60%.
ANALISIS PENGGUNAAN KOAGULAN PADA PENGOLAHAN HARD WATER DENGAN METODE KOAGULASI FLOKULASI DI PT PETROKIMIA GRESIK
Authors: Putri Erika Amalia , Rahayu Rizmaya Dwilia , Maryanty Yanty , Hidayat Very
Published: September 2024

PT Petrokimia Gresik membutuhkan soft water dalam proses produksi. Amonia, pupuk Urea, dan air umpan boiler dengan mengubah hard water dari Sungai Bengawan Solo dan Sungai Brantas (pH 7-8,5 dan total hardness maksimal 220) menjadi soft water (pH 9 – 10 dan total hardness maksimal 80 ppm). Treatment yang dilakukan yaitu dengan penambahan koagulan untuk mengendapkan partikel dengan cara mengikat kotoran atau partikel di dalam air. Koagulan yang digunakan pada penelitian ini adalah kapur, polyelectrolyte, dan Poly Aluminium Chloride (PAC). Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui pengaruh jenis koagulan, konsentrasi koagulan, dan waktu pengadukan lambat yang efektif pada pengolahan hard water. Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan pengadukan cepat 100 rpm selama 1 menit, pengadukan lambat 30 rpm selama 20; 40; 60 (menit). Variabel yang digunakan yaitu konsentrasi koagulan kapur 80; 86,8; 90 (ppm), polyelectrolyte 0,73; 0,83; 0,93 (ppm), PAC 25; 31; 37 (ppm), serta waktu pengadukan lambat 20, 40, dan 60 menit. Analisis yang digunakan meliputi SS, turbidity, pH, total hardness, COD, dan BOD. Kualitas soft water yang dihasilkan sudah memenuhi standar yang diharapkan yaitu pada konsentrasi polyelectrolyte 0,83 ppm dan kapur 86,8 ppm. Berdasarkan penelitian diperoleh konsentrasi optimum koagulan polyelectrolyte 0,73 ppm dan kapur 80 ppm dengan waktu pengadukan lambat 60 menit.
Nematicidal activity of Pseudomonas spp. against citrus nematode (Tylenchulus semipenetrans)
Authors: Batool Wafia , Siddique Muhammad Abubakar , Akhter Adnan , Khurshid Muhammad , Tariq Hafiz Muhammad , Ali Nasir , Raza Umair , Ullah Muhammad Zia
Published: September 2024

Citrus slow decline caused by Tylenchulus Semipenetrans is a common disease deteriorating both quality and quantity of citrus fruits. The need to assess the citrus nematode population in citrus orchards is of fundamental importance in designing suitable management strategies. Population densities of nematode were assessed in different age groups and in different genera of citrus crops. Orchards reaching to the age of 20 years were most infested by T. semipenetrans as compared to new established orchards and very old orchards. Kinow genus was the most infested by nematodes as compared to sweet orange, fruiter and grapefruit. Plant parasitic nematodes are commonly managed by chemical control due to its rapid results but it is toxic to human health, causes resistance development in pathogens and exerts harmful effects on environment. So, there is a need of an alternatives to these noxious chemicals because world is shifting to organic farming. Bacterial isolates were collected from citrus rhizosphere and subjected to biochemical characterization. Nematicidal activity of isolates against citrus nematode was screened in laboratory conditions. Out of total 41 tested bacteria, 20 (48.5 % of total) displayed more than 50 % nematicidal activity against T. semipenetrans, among which 2 isolates CA26 and CA41 exhibited nematicidal activity more than 80%. Culture filtrate of tested bacteria also reduced the population of nematode. 5 strains from total tested bacteria exhibited nematicidal volatile effect on T. semipenetrans. Bacterium degrades multiple tissues of nematode body including, pharynx, intestine, cuticle, stylet, esophagus lobe and reproductive system of nematode