bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Responsabilidad Social Universitaria y Desarrollo Sostenible. Un análisis cuantitativo de la producción científica en Latinoamérica (2016-2021)
Authors: Meza Osorio Hernando Augusto , Paz Montes Luisa Stella , Suárez Oscar Jardey
Published: October 2023

Se efectuó un análisis cuantitativo de la producción científica sobre la Responsabilidad Social Universitaria y el Desarrollo Sostenible en Latinoamérica para examinar las características fundamentales de las publicaciones recogidas en la base de datos Scopus a lo largo del periodo de 2016 a 2021. Se detectaron 45 publicaciones en total, las cuales se ordenaron y visualizaron mediante el uso de figuras y gráficos, para clasificar la información en base a criterios tales como la co-ocurrencia de palabras, el año de publicación, país de origen, área de conocimiento y tipo de publicación. Posterior a la categorización, se realizó un análisis cualitativo para entender las perspectivas de diversos autores acerca de la temática. Entre los hallazgos más destacados de esta investigación se encontró que Brasil fue el país con mayor contribución, sumando 14 publicaciones. Además, se determinó que el área de conocimiento que más aportó sobre el tema fue el campo de las Ciencias Sociales, que produjo 30 documentos en total. Finalmente, se notó que la modalidad de publicación más común durante el periodo estudiado fue el Artículo, representando el 60% del total de la producción científica.
Analysis of The USA Shootings in 2021
Authors: Olayinka Adesola Afolayan , OLAYINKA JANET OYERONKE , Abubakar Annah
Published: October 2023

Mass Shootings are, for the most part, an American phenomenon,
more Americans died of gun-related injuries in 2021 than in any other
year on record, according to the latest available statistics from the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This analysis seeks to
know the extent of racial involvement among victims and the perpetrators
of the shooting. The data was Extracted Transformed and Loaded for
analysis from data.gov and using Microsoft Power Business Intelligence.
Black has the highest perpetrator and victims and White has the least
perpetrator and victim. The age group of perpetrators with the highest
occurrence is 25-44. Socio-cultural, self-awareness, political,
commercial, technological and economic influence are suggested as some
of the influencing factors.
Green Supercapacitor Patterned by Synthesizing MnO/Laser-induced-graphene Hetero-nanostructures on Wood via Femtosecond Laser Pulses
Authors: Kim Young-Ryeul , Nam Han Ku , Lee Younggeun , Yang Dongwook , Le Truong-Son , Kim Seung-Woo , Park Sangbaek , KIM YOUNG JIN
Published: October 2023

Eco-friendly next-generation energy storage devices with high energy
density are required to meet the increasing demand for sustainable and
green electronics. However, their manufacturing requires a lot of
chemical precursors and is usually accompanied by chemical waste; it
also involves laborious and time-consuming processes such as mixing,
heat treating, casting, and drying. Here, we propose that mass
production of microsupercapacitors (MSCs) for green electronics can be
achieved by embedding manganese monoxide (MnO) on wood-derived
laser-induced-graphene (LIG) via femtosecond laser direct writing
(FsLDW) technique. The direct synthesis of MnO/LIG hetero-nanostructures
on wood was realized by drop-casting a small amount of precursor between
the first and second FsLDW. The preceding FsLDW thermochemically
converts wood into LIG while the following FsLDW converts the precursor
into MnO, resulting in MnO/LIG hetero-nanostructures. As-fabricated
MnO/LIG MSC exhibits enhanced areal capacitance (35.54 mF
cm at 10 mV s) and capacitance
retention (approximately 82.31% after 10,000 cycles) with only a small
inclusion of Mn sources (0.66 mg cm) and short
production time (10 min cm), which attributes to
operate light-emitting diodes, digital clocks, and electronic paper as
well. This approach enables the green, facile, fast, and cost-effective
fabrication of future sustainable energy storage devices for
next-generation green electronics.
The impact when neural min-sum variants meet ordered statistics decoding of LDPC codes
Authors: Li Guangwen , Yu Xiao
Published: October 2023

The decoding performance of conventional belief propagation
decoders is seriously confined by the existence of message dependence in
the code structure for short or moderate LDPC codes. In spite of the
similarity of the external performance, we found the corresponding
decoding failures of varied decoders, symbolized by the cross-entropy
metric, will leave differed room for improvement for the postprocessing
of ordered statistical decoding. Bearing in mind the postprocessor of
higher order ensures better performance and incurs more expensive
complexity, we propose a dynamic assignment of searching scope with
respect to each decoding pattern for the order statistical decoding.
Furthermore, the segmentation of decoding patterns, determined on the
fly by the number of swaps in reducing the code check matrix into its
systematic form via Gaussian elimination operation. will also benefit
reducing complexity. Compared with the existing methods, our adapted
strategy is justified by saving most memory consumption and inefficient
searching of code-word candidates in extensive simulation especially for
longer codes, at the cost of marginal performance loss.
Interventions to improve adherence to statins: a summary of current evidence
Authors: Kampouraki Emmanouela , Spall Harriette Van , Wardman David , McFarlane Lindsay , Power Bryan , Khatib Rani
Published: October 2023

Statin non-adherence and discontinuation is common and associated with a
higher risk of cardiovascular events than adherence and persistence. We
aimed to summarise the effectiveness of interventions employed to
improve statin adherence and persistence. Data sources included
systematic reviews (SR), meta-analyses (MA), randomised controlled
trials (RCT) and alternative design studies (e.g. cohort,
quasi-experimental, prospective and retrospective) from EMBASE, Medline
and PubMed databases, without date restrictions. Studies that evaluated
an intervention targeting adherence to self-administered statin
medication for primary or secondary prevention were eligible. Adherence,
as primary measure, and lipid levels as secondary measure were analysed.
Findings were reported by category of intervention and study design.
Potential implementation of successful interventions within the UK NHS
was assessed, as well as the resources required. Nineteen SR and MAs,
forty-three RCTs, and twenty studies of alternative design were
included. Interventions were categorized into eight categories.
Modification of statin regimen, financial considerations, and blended
interventions improved statin adherence compared to usual care.
Patient-targeting behavioural interventions were least likely to be
successful. Pharmacists were most commonly involved in intervention
delivery. All sixty-one interventions were found to be practical, albeit
some were dependent on availability of resources required. HCP training
was needed for almost 80% of the interventions. A variety of successful
interventions to improve adherence to statins have been reported and are
easily applicable within the NHS. Investment in staff training is
important for successful implementation of these interventions in
routine practice.
Bounce Resonance between Energetic Electrons and Magnetosonic Waves: A Parametric Study
Authors: Gu Shujie , Chen Lunjin
Published: October 2023

Magnetosonic waves are electromagnetic emissions from a few to 100 Hz
primarily confined near the magnetic equator both inside and outside the
plasmasphere. Previous studies proved that MS waves can transport
equatorially mirroring electrons from an equatorial pitch angle of
90$^\circ$ down to lower values by bounce resonance.
But the dependence of bounce resonance effect on wave or background
plasma parameters is still unclear. Here we applied a test particle
simulation to investigate electron transport coefficients, including
diffusion and advection coefficients in energy and pitch angle, due to
bounce resonance with MS waves. We investigate five wave field
parameters, including wave frequency width, wave center frequency,
latitudinal distribution width, wave normal angle and root-mean-square
of wave magnetic amplitude, and two background parameters, $L$-shell
value and plasma density. We find different transport coefficients peaks
resulted by different bounce resonance harmonics. Higher order harmonic
resonances exist, but the effect of fundamental resonance is much
stronger. As the wave center frequency increases, higher order harmonics
start to dominate. With wave frequency width increasing, the energy
range of effective bounce resonance broadens, but the effect itself
weakens. The bounce resonance effect will increase when we decrease the
wave normal angle, or increase the wave amplitude, latitudinal
distribution width, L-shell value, and plasma density. The parametric
study will advance our understanding of the favorable conditions of
bounce resonance.
Land subsidence, sea level rise, and enhanced tidal intrusion: unveiling the land loss and nuisance flooding potential in the Barataria Basin, Louisiana
Authors: Kang Byungho , Xie Surui
Published: October 2023

This study investigates land loss and coastal inundation in Louisiana’s
Barataria Basin, a region highly susceptible to anthropogenic pressures
and natural factors like land subsidence, sea-level rise, and tidal
dynamics. Using high-resolution Digital Elevation Models (DEM) and water
level data from the Coastal Reference Monitoring System (CRMS) stations,
we analyzed changes in land area and water levels between 2007 and 2022.
The attenuation coefficient magnitude of tidal intrusion, which
quantifies tidal amplitude reduction as a function of landward distance
from the coastline, exhibited a persistent decrease from 2007 to 2022
for O1 and K1 (the dominant tidal constituents), with an accumulated
decrease of nearly 20%, signaling enhanced hydrological connectivity
across the region. We also projected land area for historic years and
predicted it for future years up to 2075, based on a range of
displacement rates to account for uncertainties in vertical land motion.
Our analyses predict that, in the absence of human intervention, the
significance of tidal variations in influencing land loss will escalate;
by 2045, the land area estimated based on Mean Higher High Water (MHHW)
will constitute approximately 65% of the land area estimated using Mean
Sea Level (MSL). Our findings underline the importance of considering
the compound effects of subsidence, sea-level rise, and tidal dynamics
in future land loss mapping and flood risk assessments.
A NASA GISTEMPv4 Observational Uncertainty Ensemble
Authors: Lenssen Nathan , Schmidt Gavin A. , Hendrickson Michael , Jacobs Peter , Menne Matthew J , Ruedy Reto A.
Published: October 2023

The historical global temperature record is an essential data product
for quantifying the variability and change of the Earth system. In
recent years, better characterization of observational uncertainty in
global and hemispheric trends has become available, but the
methodologies are not necessarily applicable to analyses at smaller
regional areas, or monthly or seasonal means, where station sparsity and
other systematic issues contribute to greater uncertainty. This study
presents a gridded uncertainty ensemble of historical surface
temperature anomalies from the Goddard Institute for Space Studies
(GISS) Surface Temperature (GISTEMP) product. This ensemble
characterizes the complex spatial and temporal correlation structure of
uncertainty, enabling better uncertainty propagation for climate and
applied science at regional and sub-annual scales. This work details the
methodology for generating the uncertainty ensemble, presents key
statistics of the uncertainty evolution over space and time, and
provides best practices for using the uncertainty ensemble in future
studies. Summary statistics from the uncertainty ensemble agree with the
previous GISTEMP global uncertainty assessment, providing confidence in
both.
Analytical and asymptotic representations for two sequence related to Gauss’ lemniscate functions
Authors: Han Xue-Feng , Chen Chao-Ping , Srivastava H.M.
Published: October 2023

Let the sequences Gn and gn be defined by Gn := ?10 dt/(1?t2n)1/n (n ? 2)
and gn := ??0 dt/(1 + t2n)1/n (n ? 1). In this paper, we first derive
analytical representations for these two sequences Gn and gn in terms of the
gamma function. By using the obtained analytical representations, we then
deduce asymptotic expansions for Gn and gn.
Thermoanalytical and spectroscopic studies on medicated jellies with perphenazine
Authors: Budiul Mihaela , Mateescu Mădălina , Vlase Gabriela , Vlase Titus , Bocănici Simona , Bradu Ionela
Published: October 2023

Medicated jellies are widely used by a large part of patients, especially by people with swallowing difficulties. Preformulation studies play an essential role in the development of new pharmaceutical formulations. The present study aimed to formulate and evaluate medicated jellies containing perphenazine, an antipsychotic drug from the group of phenothiazine compounds used to treat schizophrenia and other mental disorders. Typical gelling agents such as sodium alginate (Alg), gelatine (Gel), and pectin (Pec) were used to develop the medicated jellies. In addition to the biopolymers, components such as benzoic acid (BenzAc), citric acid (CitAc), sodium citrate (NaCit), sorbitol (Sorb) and xylitol (Xyl) were also used. Before preparing the jellies, the moist binary mixture between each component of the jelly and the active substance was analysed to investigate the compatibility of the substances. The active substance, moist binary mixture, and medicated jellies were analysed by FTIR_UATR spectroscopy, UV?Vis spectroscopy and thermogravimetry.
Co-detection of eugenol and butylated hydroxyltoluene by green and selective hydrodistillation of Heliotropium europaeum L. using ionic liquids as additives
Authors: Bendjelloul Sara , Bendeddouche Choukry , Bendeddouche Souhila , Sarri Madani , Bensafiddine Feriha , Kambouche Nadia , Paquin Ludovic , Yousfi Mohamed , Harrat Mohamed
Published: October 2023

This study is the beginning of the research that focuses on unconventional ionic liquids (ILs) hydrodistillation (HD) extraction of the essential oil of Heliotropium europaeum L. using ILs as additives. Two ILs based on 1- butyl-3-methylimidazolium were used by switching the anions (Cl- and PF6 -). The effect of mass percent of the added ILs on its yield and composition was evaluated. Compared to the conventional HD, ILs-HD gives a higher yield of essential oils (0.10?0.36 %). Particularly, with [C4mim][PF6], the observation of morphological changes using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) confirmed the effectiveness of the ionic liquid in this distillation process. The GC? ?MS analysis of essential oils (EOs) revealed the presence of sixty-six compounds in HD, ILs-HD methods. Gas chromatography?mass spectrometry analysis of the EOs revealed the predominance of eugenol (1.70?72.35 %), butylated hydroxytoluene (8.95?65.39 %) and phytol (18.20 %). The new distillation methods of H. europaeum with ILs identifies more compounds (50 compounds in ILs-HD [C4mim][PF6]; 22 compounds in ILs-HD ([C4mim][Cl]) than conventional hydrodistillation (25 compounds in HD). Therefore, the ILs- -based hydrodistillation approach is superior in improving the production of EOs. It is important to emphasize that the data presented in this study are not yet available for any of this Algerian Heliotropium species of genus and present the great potential of this medicinal plant as a source of novel bioactive extracts with possible therapeutic uses.
A conditional process model to explain problematic smartphone use: The interaction among frustration intolerance, duration of use, and gender
Authors: Urfa Osman
Published: October 2023

The aim of this study was to investigate the interaction among problematic smartphone use, frustration intolerance, duration of smartphone use, and gender in high school students. A total of 524 students (49.24% males) between the ages of 14?18 years attending high schools in Turkey participated in the study. The Frustration Discomfort Scale and the Smartphone Addiction Scale?Short Form were used for data collection. Partial least squares structural equation modeling was conducted to examine the mediator role of duration of smartphone use and the moderator role of gender in the relationship between frustration intolerance aspects (discomfort intolerance, entitlement, emotional intolerance, and achievement) and problematic smartphone use. Entitlement, emotional intolerance, discomfort intolerance, and duration of smartphone use positively predicted problematic smartphone use, but the duration of smartphone use didn?t have a mediating role in the relationship between frustration intolerance and problematic smartphone use. These findings highlight that entitlement, emotional intolerance, discomfort intolerance may directly predict problematic smartphone use.
Hydroxychloroquine in Stage 1 Type 1 Diabetes
Authors: Libman Ingrid , J. Bingley Polly , Becker Dorothy , Buckner Jane H. , DiMeglio Linda A , E. Gitelman Stephen , Greenbaum Carla , Haller Michael J. , Ismail Heba M. , Krischer Jeffrey , Moore Wayne V , Moran Antoinette M. , Muir Andrew B. , Raman Vana , Steck Andrea K , GS Toledo Frederico , Wentworth John , Wherrett Diane K. , White Perrin C , You Lu , Herold Kevan C.
Published: October 2023

Objective: Innate immune responses may be involved in the earliest phases of type 1 diabetes.

Research Design and Methods: To test whether blocking innate immune cells modulated progression of the disease we randomized 273 individuals with stage 1 type 1 diabetes to treatment with hydroxychloroquine (n=183, 5 mg/kg/d to a maximum of 400 mg) or placebo (n=90) and assessed whether hydroxychloroquine treatment delayed or prevented progression to stage 2 T1D (i.e. two or more islet autoantibodies with abnormal glucose tolerance).

Results: After median follow up of 23.3 months, the trial was stopped prematurely by the Data Safety Monitoring Board because of futility. There were no safety concerns in the hydroxychloroquine arm, including in annual ophthalmologic exams. Preplanned secondary analyses showed a transient decrease in the glucose average area under the curve to oral glucose in the hydroxychloroquine-treated arm at month 6 and a reduced titer of anti-GAD and anti-insulin autoantibodies and acquisition of positive autoantibodies in the hydroxychloroquine arm (p=0.032).

Conclusions: We conclude that hydroxychloroquine does not delay the progression to stage 2 type 1 diabetes in individuals with stage 1 disease. Drug treatment reduces the acquisition of additional autoantibodies and the titers of autoantibodies to GAD and insulin.
A Randomized Trial of Closed-Loop Insulin Delivery Postpartum in Type 1 Diabetes
Authors: Donovan Lois E , Feig Denice S. , Lemieux Patricia , Murphy Helen R. , Bell Rhonda C. , Sigal Ronald J. , Ho Josephine , Virtanen Heidi , Crawford Susan , Yamamoto Jennifer M
Published: October 2023

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of closed-loop insulin delivery postpartum.

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS

In this open-label, randomized controlled trial, postpartum individuals with type 1 diabetes were randomized to hybrid closed-loop insulin delivery with the MiniMed™ 670G/770G system in auto-mode or sensor augmented pump therapy, in the first 12-weeks postpartum followed by a continuation phase with closed-loop for all until 24-weeks postpartum.

RESULTS

Eighteen participants (mean±SD age 32±3.5 years, diabetes duration 22±7.3 years and early pregnancy HbA1c 52±6.8 mmol/mol [6.9±0.9%]) completed 24-weeks of postpartum follow-up. In the randomization phase, percent time in range, 70-180 mg/dL (3.9-10 mmol/L) did not differ between groups (79.2±8.7% versus 78.2±6.0%; p=0.41). Women randomized to closed-loop spent less time below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L) and 54 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/L) (1.7±0.8% versus 5.5±3.3%; p<0.001 and 0.3±0.2% versus 1.1±0.9%; p=0.008). Time above 180 mg/dL (10 mmol/L) was not different between groups (18.7±8.8% versus 15.9±7.7%; p=0.21). In the continuation phase, those initially randomized to sensor augmented pump had less time below 70 mg/dL after initiation of closed-loop (5.5±3.3% versus 3.3±2.2%; p=0.039). The closed-loop group maintained similar glycemic metrics in both study phases. There were no episodes of diabetic ketoacidosis or severe hypoglycemia in the randomized or continuation phase in either group.

CONCLUSIONS

Women randomized to closed-loop insulin delivery postpartum had less hypoglycemia than those randomized to sensor augmented pump therapy. There were no safety concerns. These findings are reassuring for use of closed-loop insulin delivery postpartum because of its potential to reduce hypoglycemia.
Analysis of the springback effect of laser welded DP600 high-strength steel thin sheets
Authors: Almeida Christyane Oliveira Leão , Santos Odair José Pereira dos , Panziera Renato Camponogara , Dutra Manoel Kolling , Pereira Milton , Pereira Marcelo dos Santos
Published: October 2023

Steel sheets are produced with increasingly smaller thicknesses, without compromising the properties of the steel, maintaining ductility, strength, and energy absorption after impact can total depth enhance vehicle energy efficiency, lower manufacturing costs, and address the springback effect. The springback effect of laser-welded DP600 two-phase steel sheets was studied in this research. Parameters such as punching speed, initial bending angle, and time were varied. Tests including tensile tests, Vickers hardness, and optical microscopy analysis were conducted to correlate results with material properties. Autogenous laser welding joined DP600 steel plates at the bending position. Controlling springback ensures better quality in vehicle manufacturing and assembly. The results revealed that increasing the punch descent speed from 4 to 12 mm/min, for an internal angle of 90°, on the first day of observation, led to higher springback values (0.58°–3.3°, respectively), while increasing the initial curvature angle (30°–90°), maintaining a constant speed of 4 mm/min on the first day of observation, and impacting the elastic return (6.74°–0.58°, respectively). Furthermore, the observation time demonstrated a continuous increase in the springback variation during 6 days after the flexural test before stabilization (6.89°– 8.7°), maintaining a constant value of 8 mm/min and the internal angle of doubles of 30°.
Effect of a ring-shaped laser beam on the weldability of aluminum-to-hilumin for battery tab connectors
Authors: Jabar Sharhid , Sun Tianzhu , Franciosa Pasquale , Kotadia Hiren R. , Ceglarek Darek , Paolini Bryan , Faulhaber Richard
Published: October 2023

Advances in laser beam shaping technologies are being studied and are considered beneficial in many aspects of dissimilar metal joining, which include reducing intermetallic compounds (IMCs), optimizing weld pool profiles, and controlling porosity and spatters. This paper utilizes a coaxial ring and core dual beam laser and aims to study the impact of the power ratios between core and ring beams on the weldability of 1100 aluminum alloy to hilumin (steel). High-resolution electron microscopy was performed in the cross sections of the weld pools to quantify the melt pool composition and subsequent IMC formation and weld defects (cracking and cavitation). Lap-shear mechanical testing and electrical resistivity testing were also carried out. Results showed that the optimal power ratio for lap-shear strength was 0.4 (intermediate core and ring) due to the reduction in the Fe-rich liquid into the upper weld region. As a result, this produced a smaller interface between the Fe-rich region and Al, thus reducing the formation of the most detrimental IMC (e.g., Fe2Al5). Conversely, a power ratio of 0.2 (core-dominant) was found beneficial for reducing electrical resistance due to a reduced total IMC volume.
Rekordhøy børsaktivitet – nye eiere og tilpasset regelverk
Authors: Fagervik Randi , Ausland Eirik Høiby
Published: October 2023

I denne artikkelen gir vi en oversikt over den rekordhøye noteringsaktiviteten i aksjemarkedet i 2020, og vi belyser noen av årsakene til den sterke veksten og betydningen dette vil få for norsk næringsliv fremover. Dette er interessant av flere grunner, og vi opplever at den svært kraftige tilveksten av nye selskaper på Børsens markedsplasser kom uventet på markedet.
Vi gjennomgår videre de vesentligste endringene i børsregelverket for utstederne på Oslo Børs sine tre markedsplasser for aksjer1. Oslo Børs ble kjøpt opp av Euronext i juni 2019, og som en naturlig følge av dette er Børsens regelverk i noen grad harmonisert med Euro­nexts utstederregler, særlig hva gjelder struktur, men også noe innholdsmessig. Regelverksendringene skjedde med virkning fra 30.november 2020.
1Regelverket er tilgjengelig på Børsen sine nettsider.
KEPASTIAN HUKUM GANTI KERUGIAN PENGADAAN TANAH BAGI PEMBANGUNAN JALAN TOL CISUMDAWU
Authors:   Program Studi Magister Kenotariatan Universitas Padjadjaran, Wibowo Shelin Nabila , Pujiwati Yani ,   Fakultas Hukum Universitas Padjadjaran, Rubiati Betty ,   Fakultas Hukum Universitas Padjadjaran
Published: October 2023

Dalam rangka mewujudkan masyarakat yang adil, makmur, dan sejahtera, pemerintah perlu menyelenggarakan pembangunan untuk kepentingan umum. Pengadaan tanah bagi pembangunan untuk kepentingan umum ini dilaksanakan dengan mengedepankan asas-asas dan pengaturan yang tercantum dalam peraturan perundang-undangan. Meskipun telah diatur secara jelas dalam peraturan perundang-undangan, dalam pelaksanaannya masih banyak sengketa terkait pengadaan tanah bagi pembangunan untuk kepentingan umum ini, terutama yang menyangkut masalah ganti kerugian. Dengan metode yuridis normatif, artikel ini bertujuan untuk memperoleh gambaran kepastian hukum pelaksanaan ganti kerugian pengadaan tanah dalam proyek Jalan Tol Cisumdawu ditinjau dari UU No. 2 Tahun 2012 dan UU Cipta Kerja serta mencari solusi yang memberikan kepastian hukum dalam pelaksanaan ganti kerugian tersebut. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, pelaksanaan ganti kerugian dalam pengadaan tanah bagi pembangunan Jalan Tol Cisumdawu masih terdapat inkonsistensi pengaturan serta dalam pelaksanaannya masih timbul permasalahan yang bertentangan dengan peraturan perundang-undangan tentang pengadaan tanah. Terbitnya Perpres Nomor 66 Tahun 2020 dapat menjadi solusi untuk memberikan kepastian hukum yang menjawab beberapa permasalahan terkait ganti kerugian dalam pengadaan tanah bagi pembangunan Jalan Tol Cisumdawu karena dengan dibentuknya dana jangka panjang pada rekening kas LMAN dan pengawasan BPKP yang kini berada di luar tahapan pengadaan tanah dapat mempercepat penyaluran dana ganti kerugian agar segera sampai ke tangan pihak yang berhak.
CONDITION AND QUALITY OF THE AIR OF THE CHERNIVTSI REGION
Authors:   Odessa State Environmental University, Chugai Angelina , Nedostrelov Maksym ,   Odessa State Environmental University, Bratov Kostiantyn ,   Odessa State Environmental University
Published: October 2023

The question of rating of the condition of the air in the regions of Ukraine is very relevant. An important component is the choice of the optimal rating method. The purpose of the work is to review methodological approaches to the rating of the condition of atmospheric air (on the example of the city of Chernivtsi). The results of the calculation of CAPI and I5 showed that the maximum was noted in 2017 due to abnormally high concentrations of phenol, the minimum was in 2018. The value of I5 is fully correlated with the value of CAPI, which means the expediency of using I5 in particular for rating. According to the value of I5, the quality of the air is characterized by the level of "slightly polluted". Nitrogen dioxide, hydrogen fluoride and formaldehyde were included in the "three" priority pollutants. The value of In changes similarly to CAPI. In comparative analysis for individual regions, it can be used as an alternative indicator. The dynamics of changes in the index AQI for individual pollutants are similar to their time course. At index values of 100%, the air quality is characterized as "poor", although this corresponds to the level of the MRS. According to indicators of sustainable development in the "Ecological systems" category, a significant deterioration of circumstances is noted, for the "Environmental load" category - a significant improvement in circumstances is noted. The condition of the air underwent positive changes until 2018. Since 2019, indicators have deteriorated.
INTERNATIONAL CARPATHIAN SCHOOL IN KOSIV: EXPERIENCE OF IMPLEMENTATION AND PERSPECTIVES OF DEVELOPMENT
Authors:   Kyiv National Taras Shevchenko University, Mykhaylenko Valeriy , Blyzniuk Mykola ,   Poltava National Pedagogical University named after V.G. Korolenko, Denafas Gintaras ,   Kaunas University of Technology, Sholokhova Anastasiia ,   Lithuanian Energy Institute
Published: October 2023

The International Carpathian School is an educational project aimed at disseminating the Sustainable Development concept among local communities in Ukrainian Carpathians. Currently, the School combines the educational resources of 30 universities, including six foreign ones from the Baltic region and Georgia. The School curricula highlight issues of climate change, biodiversity conservation, municipal waste management and tourism business. Partner universities of the Baltic Sea Region are sharing their best experience in overcoming their post-Soviet heritage. In the midst of a pandemic disaster and large-scale war, the School focuses on informal and vocational education in hybrid online and in-person format within the framework of the "third" mission of universities. The mixed form of education provides a deeper understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals of Ukraine-2030 and the achievement of goals defined by Goal 4 "Quality education" and Goal 11 "Sustainable development of cities and communities". The combination of formal, informal and vocational education is on the agenda of the development of the Carpathian region and should be strengthened in the next program activities of the School. The relevance of educational activities and professional development of educators and local authorities is one of the key tasks that have been announced by the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine as one of the radical Ukrainian reforms. In view of this, the follow-up School activities are planned for training educators and local government specialists in the restoration of war-ravaged cities and infrastructure facilities, the revival of polluted lands, and the introduction of energy-saving and resource-saving technologies based on the circular economy.
ASSESSMENT OF HEAVY METALS IN SEDIMENTS AND ASSOCIATED ECOLOGICAL RISKS IN IKWU RIVER, UMUAHIA, NIGERIA
Authors:   Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Donald Anyanwu Emeka , Ibienebo Davies Chris ,   University of Port Harcourt, Gladys Adetunji Onyinyechi ,   Michael Okpara University of Agriculture
Published: October 2023

Sediments can act as pollutant sink as well as source of secondary contamination in aquatic ecosystems. The pollution characteristics of eight heavy metals in the sediments of Ikwu River, Umuahia were investigated using eight assessment indices. The study was carried out between January and June 2022 in three stations. Results showed that cadmium exceeded permissible limit, copper exceeded limit only in February 2022 while others were within limits. The values in Stations 2 and 3 were slightly higher, attributed to localized anthropogenic influence; though other human activities in the watershed especially agriculture were not ruled out in the area. Different levels of heavy metal pollution were observed in the sediments as indicated by the indices but Cd was the principal pollutant. The indices indicated the following - Contamination Factor: Zn and Cu (moderate) and Cd (very high), Degree of Contamination (very high), Ecological Risk: Cd (high) and Cu (considerable), Potential Ecological Risk (high), Pollution Load Index (>1), Enrichment Factor: Zn and Cu (moderate) and Cd (extremely high), Geo-accumulation Index: Cd (very highly polluted) and Quantification of Contamination: Cd and Cu (anthropogenic). The sediments were polluted with toxic metals that may be detrimental to humans and aquatic biota.
MONITORING THE STATE OF ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY USING PHYTOINDICATION METHODS TO ENSURE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF A TECHNOLOGICALLY LOADED CITY
Authors:   Kremenchuk Mykhailo Ostrohradsky National University, Kolesnik Dmytro , Shmandiy Volodymyr ,   Kremenchuk Mykhailo Ostrohradsky National University, Kharlamova Olena ,   Kremenchuk Mykhailo Ostrohradsky National University, Bezdeneznych Lilija ,   Kremenchuk Mykhailo Ostrohradsky National University, Rigаs Tetiana ,   Kremenchuk Mykhailo Ostrohradsky National University
Published: October 2023

Ecological aspects of sustainable development have recently attracted the attention of scientists. The article is devoted to the control of ecological safety based on the study of the state of plantations in the city of Kremenchuk using the method of fluctuating leaf asymmetry as an indicator. The research was conducted in recreational, residential, transport and industrial areas. It was found that the condition of green areasin the city of Kremenchuk is heterogeneous and depends on the level of anthropogenic pressure. Plants growing near traffic routes and in industrial areas are much weaker than those growing in recreational areas.. The main indicator of plant condition in the study was the fluctuating asymmetry of the leaf blade of pyramidal poplar and hanging birch. It was found that the integral values of this indicator differ in different parts of the city with different intensities of anthropogenic impact, with the maximum values observed in industrial and traffic zones where there is an intense impact of pollutants. The results of the study confirm the unfavourable ecological condition of certain areas of the technologically loaded city of Kremenchuk, and also indicate the importance of environmental monitoring of pollution and development of measures to improve the condition of green areas. The results of the study can be used to improve the methodology and theory of ecological safety and urban environmental protection in order to preserve and restore plant populations in cities.
Features of the Planning Structure Development of the Residential Areas of the Southern Cities and Building Thereof (by the Example of Rostov-on-Don)
Authors: Bondarenko T. A. , Vorobyeva A. M.
Published: October 2023

Introduction. Within the current Russian urban planning practices, there is no any specific criteria for the spatial and environmental characteristics of building or development of the multifunctional urban territory. The lack of methodology for the strategies of urbanistic, ecological and economic development and planning of the urban space leads to deteriorated understanding of the urban environment sustainable development and urbanised space comfort of any climate zone. The aim of this scientific research is to identify the main principles of the residential areas development in the major cities of the south of Russia in the current conditions. So far, these issues have not been studied in relation to the environmental factors and regional features.

Materials and Methods. The research included the comparative analysis of the residential areas development in the riverine cities of the south of Russia, the comprehensive system analysis of these areas’ architectural, planning and landscape features evolution along with the approaches to building thereof by applying the graph-analytical methods.

Results. The conducted research elucidated the planning structure features of the major riverine cities of the south of Russia (Rostov-on-Don, Volgograd, Krasnodar), as well as the principles of their planning structure development depending on the landscape factors and historical periods specifics. After analysis of the national and foreign experience in designing and building the residential areas, the modern trends inducing thereof have been distinguished, which are not yet theoretically substantiated at present. The research results made it possible to formulate the modern principles of functional and planning organisation of the residential areas in the riverine cities of the south of Russia, taking into account the comfort of the living environment for population.

Discussion and Conclusion. Based on the conducted research, a conceptual model of functional and planning organisation and building the residential areas in the riverine cities of the southern region has been proposed for the first time. It can improve the comfort of people’s living and enhance the architectural, artistic and landscape look of the residential areas.
Fostering Eudaimonia, Joy, and Connection among Resident Physicians: A Pilot Study
Authors: Iyinbor Angelina , Doolittle Benjamin
Published: October 2023

Objective: To design an effective and accessible intervention to foster joy in medicine and connection among resident physicians. Background: Physician thriving is a complex construct captured by Aristotle’s concept of eudaimonia: doing good and feeling good about one’s work. Prior studies among resident physicians proposed social connection and joy in medicine as important factors for resident thriving. We hypothesize that our intervention of combining the Three Good Things (3GT), a positive psychology exercise, and a weekly family-style dinner reflecting upon the 3GT would help develop these domains and cultivate eudaimonia. Methods: A pilot study of the two interventions was conducted between February 13 to February 27, 2023 among internal medicine and medicine-pediatrics residents (PGY1-PGY4) at a single institution. Participants completed the 3GT exercise daily. Several validated instruments were completed at project enrollment, mid-way through the intervention, and one month after completion: the Two-Question Maslach Burnout Inventory, the Professional Quality of Life Scale, which assesses for burnout, compassion fatigue, and compassion satisfaction, and the Harvard Flourishing Index. This protocol was approved by the Institutional Review Board of the Yale University School of Medicine. Results: Seven residents enrolled and five completed the project, of which three completed all three of the surveys (pre-, midpoint, and post-project). Burnout decreased in 1 (33%) of participants at the midpoint of the study and in 3 (100%) after one month. Compassion satisfaction improved in 2 (67%) of participants both midway through the study and at one month follow up. Flourishing increased in 1 (33%) of participants midway and 2 (67%) at one month post study completion. All participants acknowledged increased awareness of positive experiences after beginning 3GT exercises. All participants expressed desire in expanding family dinners to the entire program and found them helpful in building community. Conclusion: The 3GT and family style dinners are helpful interventions in fostering compassion satisfaction, connection, and positive reflections, and decreasing burnout. Further study with a larger sample size, in other programs, is necessary to provide generalizability. Including regular family style dinners at a program-wide level may increase thriving.
PENGGUNAAN APLIKASI CANVA SEBAGAI DESAIN KONTEN PROMOSI BAGI PELAKU UMKM
Authors: Sholeh Muhammad , Suraya Suraya , Rachmawati Rr. Yuliana
Published: October 2023

Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) need effective marketing strategies to increase product visibility and sales. One way to promote products is by using digital media, such as social media and websites. The problem that exists in MSME actors is that not all MSME actors have adequate graphic design skills. In efforts to overcome this, MSME actors can use applications that can be used to create content design easily and the results are good. One application that can be used is Canva. One of the activities to improve MSME actors is training on the importance of promotion on social media. This effort was made by MSME players who are members of the Banyuwangi Family Association in Yogyakarta (IKAWANGI) to organize training to improve promotion through social media and create promotional content. The implementation method is carried out by training methods and direct assistance to MSME actors. Assistance includes providing directions for creating content using the Canva application.  In the context of MSMEs, the use of Canva can help businesses create promotional content such as brochures, posters, invitations, business cards, and so on. With Canva, MSME players can increase their digital presence and increase product sales.
Unfurling the Idyllic Social Scenarios: A Comparative Study of the Selected Works of Elizabeth Barret Browing and Nimah Nawwab
Authors: Danish Naela , Almaneea Ohoud
Published: October 2023

This paper analyzes the different social scenarios envisioned and portrayed in the works of two great poets, Elizabeth Barret Browning, and Nimah Nawwab. Significantly, the main aim is to determine how both poets proved to be the pioneers who unfurled the idyllic scenarios in their spectacular eras. Consequently, not only were they recognized as trailblazers in each of their respective historical times. Further, also dynamically participated, witnessed, and reinvigorated the various facets of women’s empowerment, the development of the youth, and the shifting dynamics of gender roles. Moreover, the paper employs the new historical approach to demonstrate how their poems built bridges to connect history with their vision of a progressive society. Furthermore, selected excerpts from Aurora Leigh (1856), Elizabeth Barrett Browning’s epic novel, and selected poems from The Unfurling (2004) by Nimah Nawwab are analyzed by applying this approach. Incidentally, the paper emerged from the primary research question of comparing the prevalent themes and perspectives in these works in tandem with the biographical, societal, historical, political, and cultural backdrops. Therefore, the paper concludes by unveiling the objectives and outlooks of the two poets, which are embedded in history, making their poems alive with those tenets, principles, and dreams that are acknowledged as the hallmarks so intrinsic for fostering the values of the societies in the Victorian era and postmodern Saudi Arabia. Furthermore, the paper thus attempts the comparison of two poets separated by chronology, circumstances, and social norms to come together in envisioning a highly progressive society as displayed in their works.
The Effect of Using Dictionaries in Translation Exams on the Target Text
Authors: Mohammed Alfayez Hassna
Published: October 2023

This research addresses the debate on whether translation students should use dictionaries in exams, a crucial topic in translation studies. It’s controversial because it affects translation quality; some believe dictionaries improve accuracy, while others argue they disrupt coherence. The central question is how dictionary use impacts translation quality for undergraduates. The study involved forty-eight Saudi female undergraduates translating English to Arabic. Half used dictionaries, and half didn’t. Results from error analysis revealed that dictionary users had fewer errors in meaning transfer and mechanics, highlighting their potential to improve accuracy. This research proposes a hybrid solution: allowing dictionaries in the first half of exams and banning them in the second. This approach strikes a balance between accuracy and coherence concerns. It’s a practical recommendation for educators and examiners, potentially enhancing translation education and practice.
Translation of Substitution and Ellipsis by Professional Translators and Translators in Training: A Contrastive Study
Authors: Abdullah Aldosari Lama
Published: October 2023

Creating a coherent and logically connected text requires the effective use of cohesive devices. Accurate translation of cohesive devices is essential to preserve the intended meaning of the original text. The present study investigates errors made by professional translators and novice translators when translating substitution and ellipsis from English into Arabic. Specifically, the study aims to answer the research question: What are the errors made by professional translators and translators in training when translating substitution and ellipsis? To gather data, the researcher conducted a survey and included a sample of both professional translators and translators in training. The results show that both groups had difficulty accurately translating substitution and ellipsis. The most prevalent errors included preserving the English sentence structure, omitting the cohesive device entirely, and modifying the meaning of the original text. Notably, both groups found identifying and translating ellipses particularly challenging, which led to errors in the final translation. Experienced translators produced higher quality translations than novice translators, indicating the significant impact of experience on the translation process. Based on the findings, the study recommends providing targeted training on cohesive devices through practical exercises to improve accuracy and offer more opportunities for practice in a supportive environment. Addressing these challenges can enhance the quality of translations and preserve the meaning of the original text.
Efektivitas Konseling Kelompok Teknik Self-Instruction Untuk Mereduksi Kejenuhan Belajar Siswa SMP Negeri 9 Banjarbaru
Authors: Rahim Rabin , Haryadi Rudi
Published: October 2023

This study aims to determine the effectiveness of group services using self-instruction techniques in overcoming the boredom of learning in seventh grade students of SMP Negeri 9 Banjarbaru. This study uses an experimental quantitative research method that examines the effectiveness of group counseling services with self-instruction techniques on the learning saturation of class VII students of SMP Negeri 9 Banjarbaru, the measurements were carried out twice, namely before and after being given treatment with a measurement tool using a questionnaire/questionnaire and the subject in this study were seventh grade students of SMP Negeri 9 Banjarbaru. After the research was conducted and the results obtained from the implementation of the self-instruction technique group counseling service intervention to students who had a high level of learning saturation. For this reason, the intervention was given to students with a high level of learning saturation and with group counseling service interventions using self-instruction techniques.