bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Let’s Talk: Starting Conversations with Parents and Teachers on their Beliefs in Education
Authors: Markovich Morris Emily , Winthrop Rebecca
Published: August 2023

Over the past decade, schools around the world have had to develop educational strategies to respond to pressing health, environmental, social, economic, and political emergencies and situations. A critical concern for education leaders is how to develop educational strategies that are responsive to and inclusive of families and communities. This article presents a methodology for facilitating conversations between families and schools that leads to recommendations for improving family, school, and community engagement. This methodology starts with surveying teachers’ and families’ beliefs on teaching and learning. Survey data on beliefs in seven countries are analyzed. Beliefs are then used to launch conversations between teachers, parents/caregivers, and community representatives, using a dialogical approach. A case study of this conversation process carried out in Colombia is presented. The parent/caregiver and teacher conversations not only led to new school and regional strategies, but helped teams confront power dynamics, a vital step in transforming education systems.
Parents’ beliefs about the role of Kindergarten in literacy development
Authors: Tsirmpa Chrysoula , Stellakis Nektarios
Published: August 2023

This study is part of a wider research conducted in 13 state kindergartens in Pyrgos, in Western Greece, during the school year 2017-2018. The purpose was to investigate parents’ beliefs about the role of kindergarten in literacy development. Data collected through semi-structured interviews with twenty mothers and analysed by the method of content analysis. Data analysis revealed that all mothers recognise the role of kindergarten in the socio-emotional development of children but they do not seem to realise its role in the development of language and literacy. In conclusion, parents need to be informed about the role of kindergarten in literacy development, what is important for children to learn before they enter primary school and how they can enhance literacy in family environment. The findings emphasise the importance of a meaningful cooperation between kindergarten teachers and parents. Implications and limitations are discussed.
Ontopolitics of Equality and Xenoaesthetics of Abstraction
Authors: Vaillo Gonzalo
Published: August 2023

This article explores the relationship between metaphysics, politics and aesthetics in its role of technē within the context of equality. It presents two interconnected arguments. Firstly, it emphasises that equality is situated within the framework of ontopolitics, understood as the convergence of metaphysics and politics. This fusion is grounded in a shared systematic structure within the object’s internal dynamics. Secondly, the article underlines the importance of the mode of human cognition and object presentation in implementing equality. It proposes the xenoaesthetics of abstraction as a regime of action for perception to effectively establish the ontopolitical framework of equality. By challenging prevailing notions of transcendence, the article advocates for a non-hierarchical interior of the object that embraces the mutual constitution of object and subject. It recognises the thing’s capacity to reveal itself to us and be realised through us, emphasising the mobilisation of subjectivities as additional manifestations of the object. This perspective offers a complementary pathway to contemporary critical and activist discourses, promoting the advancement of equality through an ontopolitical focus on objects.
Comparative study of transpiration rates by different Eucalyptus species under various soil moisture and climatic conditions
Authors: Singh Ujala
Published: August 2023

The seedlings of 10 Eucalyptus species were grown in pots for about 46 weeks under variable soil moisture regimes. The average transpiration rate during November was 130 g day-1 plant-1, which varied significantly among different species. E. urophylla and E. grandis had the highest transpiration rate with 180 and 165 g day-1 plant-1, respectively. On the other hand, E. ochrophloia had the lowest value of 65 g day-1 plant-1. On an average, the water loss from E. urophylla and E. grandis was 2.0 to 3.0 times more as compared to E. ochrophloia. Almost the same trend was observed for transpiration rate during the month of June. However, value of transpiration rate was higher during June as compared to November. The significant effect of soil moisture on transpiration rate was also observed. In general, higher transpiration was recorded under flooding treatment and the same decreased continuously with decrease in soil moisture. Transpiration rate was closely related with total leaf surface area as noted during both the times observations.
Jaws in the socio-economic life of the Russian Empire(18th -19th centuries)
Authors: Torosyan Anna
Published: August 2023

Հոդվածում անդրադարձ է կատարվում հրեաների սոցիալ-տնտեսական կյանքին ռուսական կայսրությունում XVIII-XIX դարերում: Հեղինակն ընդգծում է, որ չնայած մի շարք օրենսդրական սահմանափակումներին, հրեական կապիտալի մասնաբաժինը կայսրությունում շարունակաբար աճում էր։ Դիտարկվել է նաև նրանց առևտրային և արդյունաբերական գործունեությունը բելոռուսական և հարավ-արևմտյան նահանգներում, Սանկտ Պետերբուրգում, Սիբիրում և այլ շրջաններում: Հոդվածում նաև եզրակացվում է, որ ժողովրդագրական փոփոխությունները և հրեական կյանքի այլ ոլորտներին առնչվող վիճակագրական տվյալների փոփոխությունը՝ հաճախ հրահրվել է իշխանությունների կողմից՝ տարբեր տեսակի հալածանքների և սահմանափակումների պատճառով:
Իսլամական հեղափոխության պահապանների կորպուսի դերն Իրանի քաղաքական համակարգում
Authors: Իսախանյան Աննա
Published: August 2023

The complex political situation created by the Islamic Revolution provided the basis for the creation of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps supplements regular Armed Forces by performing functions outside the traditional role of the army, operating separately, and carrying out various operational tasks. The research into this organization indicates that the IRGC that mainly carried out the security of the Khomeini groups has become a powerful structure. It could be said that today the IRGC functions as a broad socio-political and economic institution whose influence extends to all aspects of Iran's political and social life. Today, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is also a corporate unit of Iran's military, intelligence, political, political, ideological, as well as financial and economic institutions. It can also be emphasized that this powerful structure is the backbone of the Islamic Republic of Iran today. According to Ayatollah Montazeri, one of Iran's most influential figures, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is the child of the revolution and is the only body in its kind that has broad religious, political, and military powers.
Տիգրան Մեծը հռոմեացի պատմիչների տեսանկյունից
Authors: Մարտիրոսյան Մադոնա
Published: August 2023

The 90-70s of the first century are special in the history of the Armenian people. At that time, Armenia took the path of foreign conquests, creating a world power in Near East. And that happened during the reign of Tigran the Great (95-55 BC). We have tried to present the information provided by two authors with the help of historical-analytical method. Cicero, as mentioned, was a member of the Roman Senate during the reign of Tigran the Great, and his opinions were particularly formed on the basis of the reports received by the Senate. And Plutarch is a historian of the Tigranian period, and he probably repeated the information before him, adding more richness to it. In order to demonstrate the power of the Roman generals, these historians tried to belittle the real power of Tigran the Great in front of their own people and history. The most vivid example is the description of the scene of the seeming bowing of the Armenian king Tigran the Great to Pompey in Plutarch's book, which was later repeated regularly by different authors, each time presented with more epic splendor. This episode, we believe, is not true. Meanwhile, the Triumvirate of Rome was busy looking for new leaders of the country, and Pompey was in a hurry to reach Rome and easily agreed to conclude a peace act on the terms proposed by Tigran the Great, in return for which Tigran the Great gave him 6000 talents of gold and silver from the treasury of Tsopk. Roman historians favored the fictionalization of this episode by portraying the father instead of the son. We are sure that the Roman general would have taken Tigran the Great as a show of triumph if the Armenian king had been imprudent and mistakenly actually ended up in Pompey's garrison. But since Tigran the Great did not personally go to the Roman's military base, the latter took his son, Tigran the Younger, as a pilgrim to Rome, when before that he had signed an alliance of brotherhood with Tigran the Great.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and education for Rohingya refugees in Malaysia
Authors: Khairi Aizat , Ahmad Ibrahim , Zainal Suadi
Published: August 2023

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and education for Rohingya refugees in Malaysia are examined in this paper. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) serve as a blueprint for achieving a better and more sustainable future for all. Its fourth goal is to improve educational quality and enable socioeconomic mobility to help people escape poverty. The problem for Rohingya refugees in Malaysia is that they are not officially recognized by the host government. This study has been conducted using a qualitative approach. Purposive sampling has been chosen to identify respondents like United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) personnel, Rohingya refugees, and local non-governmental organizations (NGOs). A semi-structured interview question was used to collect the information from the respondents. As a result, one of the consequences is that their children are not permitted to attend government-run schools for formal education. This situation has left them dissatisfied and concerned about their future in Malaysia. Nonetheless, in order to leverage the SDGs’ goal and achieve its motto of “leaving no one behind”, the UNHCR, as an international UN body, made an effort to provide access to the education sector. These efforts aim not only to improve educational quality, but also to strengthen ties between the refugee community and the host society. The local NGOs also collaborate with UNHCR in terms of financial support to further their secondary and even tertiary study. Despite those challenges, it still strives to achieve the SDG No. 4 target to reach the quality of education for Rohingya refugees. As a result, efforts to improve education for Rohingyas in Malaysia are ongoing, and all stakeholders must work together to make it a reality.
An investigation of tinnitus, noise sensitivity and anxiety levels in liver transplantation patients in the early and late periods: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Cengiz Deniz , Kurtcu Busra , Korkmaz Hanifi , Colak Sanem , Aslan Mehmet , Cicek Mehmet , Yilmaz Sezai
Published: August 2023

This study aims to evaluate the perception of anxiety, tinnitus, and noise sensitivity in liver transplant patients according to early and late periods following transplantation. The study included 76 patients with liver transplantation. They were divided into two groups according to the duration of time after transplantation: early (1-3 years) and late (5 years or more). A demographic data form, the Tinnitus Handicap Inventory (THI), Weinstein's Noise Sensitivity Scale (WNSS), and the Beck Anxiety Inventory (BAI) were administered and used for data collection. There was a statistically significant difference between the early and late-period groups in terms of WNSS and THI scores (p<0.05), whereas there was no statistically significant difference in BAI scores (p>0.05). Noise sensitivity and tinnitus perception of the late-period group were statistically higher than those of the early-period group (p<0.05). Correlations between BAI, WNSS, and THI scores of late-stage patients were significant (p<0.05). A multivariate regression model was performed with the WNSS and the THI as dependent variables. According to this analysis, the THI had a statistically significant positive effect on the BAI in the early period (p2=0.003) and WNSS had a statistically significant positive effect on the BAI score in the late period (p2=0.002). Both otologic and psychological effects are observed in patients with liver transplantation. The post-transplant period triggered otologic symptoms more. It is also noteworthy that psychological and otologic symptoms are in correlation. Psychological and otologic evaluations with a multidisciplinary approach should gain importance in the post-transplant period.
Effects of lipids on inflammation and DNA damage in diabetes mellitus patients
Authors: Gulbay Gonca , Kaya Yasemin
Published: August 2023

We aimed to see the effect of lipids on 8-hydroxy-2'-deoxyguanosine (8-OHdG), a marker of DNA damage, and Interleukin-6 (IL-6), an inflammatory cytokine, in Diabetes Mellitus (DM) patients. Serum IL-6, and 8-OHdG levels were determined using kits based on the ELISA principle. The groups were different in terms of total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol and triglyceride. Group 2 (dyslipidemia positive DM positive) was significantly higher than the other groups. There was no statistical difference between group 1 (dyslipidemia negative DM positive) and the control group (p<0.001). 8-OHdG levels differ between groups. The level of 8-OHdG was significantly higher in group 2 compared to the other groups (p<0.001). IL-6 was different between groups. Group 2, IL-6 level was found to be significantly higher than the other groups (p<0.001). A positive correlation was found between serum 8-OHdG level and total cholesterol (r=0.417 p<0.001), LDL cholesterol (r=0.491 p<0.001) and triglyceride (r=0.441 p<0.001). A positive correlation was found between IL-6 and total cholesterol (r=0.522 p<0.001), LDL cholesterol (r=0.646 p<0.001) and triglyceride (r=0.495 p<0.001). IL-6 and 8-OHdG levels are high in dyslipidemic DM patients with a high lipid profile. IL-6 and 8-OHdG levels are elevated in dyslipidemic DM patients with a high lipid profile. IL-6 and 8-OHdG can be used as biomarkers to evaluate dyslipidemic complications seen in DM patients in the early diagnosis.
Utjecaj konkurencije odraslih stabala na podmlađivanje jele u šumama bukve i jele (sa smrčom) na Bjelašnici
Authors: Ivojević Sead , Višnjić Ćemal , Čilaš Mehmed , Mujezinović Osman , Prljača Damir , Zahirović Kenan
Published: August 2023

Silver fir is one of the most important tree species not only in Bosnia and Herzegowina, but also in whole Europe. For natural regeneration of fir the most important factors are site condition, share of fir in stand and tree species composition. The aim of this study was to determine if there are statistical important differences in the number of seedlings and height increment at different competition sitations between adult trees. Study area was located at mount Bjelašnica. Data were colected on circular plots with a radius of 12.62m for trees with dbh above 5 cm, and radius 3m for regeneration layer. The competition is expressed using Hegyis competition index, where for calculation a dominant tree from each quadrant was used. We analysed total number of fir individuals in regeneration layer and height increment for categories 50-130 cm height and 0.1-5 cm dbh. The results showed that there are no statistically significant differences in the number of for seedlings at different values of the Hegye index. Statistically significant differences were found in terms of height increment. Height increment decreased with increasing competition between trees.
Balkan endemic vascular flora of the Konjuh Mountain
Authors: Kamberović Jasmina , Šarić Šemso , Sarajlić Nermina , Hadžimustafić Edin
Published: August 2023

This paper presents data on the diversity and distribution of Balkan endemic vascular plants on the Konjuh Mountain in northeastern Bosnia and Herzegovina. Konjuh is characterized by geological heterogeneity and a significant proportion of ophiolitic substrate, which supports the development of endemic-relict serpentinophytes. A total of 31 endemic and four subendemic taxa were recorded in the surveyed area. Among these, Caryophyllaceae, with five recorded endemic taxa, is the most abundant family. The analysis of life forms and chorological spectra showed a dominance of hemicryptophytes and taxa from the South European and Mediterranean-Sub-Mediterranean chorological groups. The majority of endemic and relict taxa in the surveyed area are serpentinophytes. A total of 18 recorded taxa are listed as threatened according to the Red List of Flora of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The species findings are presented with a distribution map. The distribution range of endemic and endangered taxa in Konjuh extends beyond the protected area. The results provide a list of locations of particular interest for further research and potential protection due to the diversity of endemic taxa.
PERSPECTIVAS DE INVESTIMENTOS: ABORDAGEM NO SETOR IMOBILIÁRIO EM COMPARAÇÃO AO CUSTO OPORTUNIDADE DO MERCADO FINANCEIRO
Authors: Dozza Marcos Antonio , Da Silva Joao Gilberto Noleto Perna , Dall’Agnol Rafael Ferreira
Published: August 2023

As atribuições dos métodos de avaliação de investimentos e suas perspectivas, possibilitam conhecimentos necessários para as flexibilidades na tomada de decisões quanto ao melhor investimento. Como fator primordial deste estudo, é poder trazer a importância e a relevância da avaliação de investimentos, seus métodos e técnicas para a tomada de decisões com segurança. A abordagem foi no setor imobiliário comparativamente ao custo oportunidade do mercado financeiro de renda fixa. Ao avaliar a viabilidade financeira de um investimento, haverá dúvidas na tomada de decisões ao que se refere à definição de qual o melhor investimento, ou se é aceitável, portanto, as avaliações devem ser realizadas utilizando-se métodos e técnicas que demostrem as taxas e o período de retorno esperado do investimento, bem como sua rentabilidade e valor atual.
PENDAMPINGAN EVALUASI INSTING TAHAP PERENCANAAN INSPEKTORAT DAERAH KABUPATEN KLATEN
Authors: Zeta Vania Miranda , Jati Agung Nugroho , Utami Tri , Nugrahani Cahaya , Prasetyo Jarot , Nugroho Arif Julianto Sri , Setyawanti Dandang
Published: August 2023

These activities try to identify the most important dimension and to examine the level of service quality with Servqual model, expectation and perception of external people towards the Training Insting Perangkat Desa Kabupaten Klaten 52 respondents as samples. In performing this policy, there is many problems both technical and operational. The research illustrates that the Servqual model as a useful managerial tool can be applied in identifying areas to which management resources should be allocated in order to improve and enhance the quality of service the Diklat Insting. Finally, these external customers have the highest expectation on tangible of the Insting Inspektorat Daerah Klaten service.
PELATIHAN MANAJEMEN BANK SAMPAH BERBASIS NILAI-NILAI KEARIFAN LOKAL
Authors: Alimi Tanzila Azzalzal , Santoso Gunawan Budi , Haryanti Sri , Nugroho Arif Julianto Sri , Tasari  , Hersulastuti  , Setyawanti Dandang
Published: August 2023

Kegiatan pelatihan manajemen bank sampah ini bertujuan untuk menambah pengetahuan tentang nilai-nilai kearifan lokal mahasiswa terkait tata kelola kegiatan bank sampah di masyarakat bersama pendamping mitra bank sampah unggulan di Kabupaten Klaten. Kegiatan ini dilakukan melalui pembelajaran ketrampilan olah sisa sampah menjadi bahan kerajinan kualitas ekspor. Kegiatan ini bekerjasama dengan mitra Bank Sampah Rukun Santoso Desa Karanglo, Kecamatan Polanharjo, Kabupaten Klaten. Kegiatan pelatihan dilakukan sehari penuh, meliputi pemaparan visi misi, nilai-nilai kearifan lokal, manajemen tata kelola bank sampah, dan praktek baik ketrampilan tangan olah sampah menjadi bahan kerajinan kualitas ekspor. Hasil kegiatan diperoleh temuan terjadi perubahan positif dan signifikan dari hasil uji pre-test dan post-test, artinya ada perubahan pengetahuan dan ketrampilan mahasiswa sebelum dan sesudah mengikuti kegiatan. Hasil positif ini dibuktikan dengan munculnya beberapa mahasiswa yang bertindak menjadi inisiator dan penggerak kegiatan bank sampah di lingkungan domisili RT maupun RW masing-masing.
A Canadian center’s experience on whole-gland salvage therapy for radio-recurrent prostate cancer with various modalities
Authors: Chin Joseph , Cendejas-Gomez J. Jesus , Peters Max
Published: August 2023

Salvage radical prostatectomy for localized radio-recurrent prostate cancer has historically been associated with significant morbidity. Prospectively collected data long-term data on salvage whole-gland cryoablation and, to a lesser extent, high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU), have shown they are viable treatment alternatives. This article chronicles the experience (cryoablation, n=187; HIFU, n=81) in a high-volume Canadian center and reviews the literature on other salvage ablative therapies. Whole-gland salvage ablation has yielded oncologic results comparable to those of salvage prostatectomy, with cancer-specific survival and metastatic-free survival of approximately 80%, and biochemical disease-free survival of 35%. Freedom from androgen deprivation therapy was 49% at 12 years. Improved ablative technologies and functional diagnostic imaging modalities have rendered focal salvage ablation feasible in selected patients. Preliminary oncologic and functional results of focal salvage ablation using several new ablative technologies are also reviewed in this article.
Yield of second-round MRI targeted ultrasound-guided fusion prostate biopsy after initial first-round targeted biopsy
Authors: Nisha Yashmin , Yi Shen , Breau Rodney H. , Flood Trevor A. , Cagiannos Ilias , Lavallée Luke T. , Morash Christopher , Schieda Nicola
Published: August 2023

Introduction: We aimed to determine the yield of second-round magnetic resonance imaging-ultrasound (MRI-US) fusion biopsy and factors that may predict eventual clinically significant (CS) prostate cancer (PCa) diagnosis.
Methods: From 2013 to 2021, 85 men underwent second-round MRI-US fusion biopsy of 92 lesions (47.8% [44/92] peripheral zone and 52.2% [48/92] transition zone). Patient age, prostate-specific antigen (PSA), PSA density (PSAD), size/location of lesions, ADC value, Prostate Imaging–Reporting and Data System (PI-RADS), and PRECISE scores were recorded and compared to histopathological diagnosis (International Society of Urological Pathology [ISUP] grade-group 1 PCa, CS PCa=ISUP grade group ≥2 PCa) using logistic regression.
Results: Mean patient age, PSA, and PSAD were 64±7 years, 8.5±7.0 ng/ml, and 0.17±0.11, respectively. Results from first-round targeted biopsy were 63% (58/92) negative and 37% (34/92) clinically insignificant (grade group 1) PCa. Overall, second-round targeted biopsy identified 25% (23/92) CS PCa (grade group 2, n=19; grade group 3, n=4). Considering only lesions with initial negative targeted-biopsy results (n=58), 21% (12/58; grade group 2, n=8; grade group 3, n=4) CS PCa and 13 grade group 1 PCa were diagnosed at second-round biopsy. There was no difference in PSA (p=0.564), size (p=0.595), location (p=0.293), or PI-RADS score (p=0.342) of lesions by eventual CS PCa diagnosis. PSAD (0.2±1.4 vs. 0.16±0.10, p=0.167), ADC (0.748±0.199 vs. 0.833±0.257, p=0.151), and PRECISE score (p<0.01) showed a trend towards association or association with eventual CS PCa diagnosis.
Conclusions: Repeat second-round targeted MRI-US fusion biopsy yielded CS PCa diagnosis in the targeted biopsy specimen in approximately 20% of patients in our study. PRECISE score may be a useful marker to help predict which patients require second-round biopsy.
Evaluating the perceptions of Canadian urology residents and program directors regarding the current training in genitourinary imaging
Authors: Bouhadana David , Elbaz Sarah , Di Ioia Rose , Nguyen Anne Xuan-Lan , Benea Diana , Deyirmendjian Claudia , Nguyen David-Dan , Raizenne Brendan , Hardy Isabelle , Perotte Paul , Lagabrielle Samuel , Lee Jason Y. , Metcalfe Peter D. , Jaffer Rehana , Bhojani Naeem
Published: August 2023

Introduction: Competency in interpreting genitourinary (GU) imaging is an important skill for urologists; however, no nationally accredited GU imaging curriculum exists for Canadian urology residency training programs. The main objectives of our study were to 1) characterize GU imaging training in Canada; (2) evaluate residents’ self-perceived competencies in interpreting GU imaging; (3) explore program directors’ (PD) and residents’ perceptions regarding the current imaging curriculum and suggestions for future directions.
Methods: From November to December 2022, a survey examining current imaging education in residency, perceived resident imaging knowledge, avenues for improvement in imaging education, and the role of point-of-care ultrasound within urology was distributed to all Canadian urology PDs and residents.
Results: All PDs (13/13) and 40% (72/178) of residents completed the survey. Only two programs had a formal GU imaging curriculum. PDs and residents reported trainees were least comfortable interpreting Doppler ultrasound of renal, gonadal, and penile vessels. PDs reported that residents were most comfortable with non-contrast computed tomography (CT) scans (9.5/10), CT urogram (9.3/10), and retrograde pyelography (9.3/10). All but one PD favored increasing imaging training in their program. PDs highlighted the lack of time in the curriculum (n=3) and lack of educators (n=3) as the primary barriers to increasing imaging training in their program.
Conclusions: Most PDs and residents believe there needs to be more imaging training offered at their institution; however, addressing this is challenging due to the limited time in the curriculum and the need for available educators.
Contaminated Land, especially where Waste has been landfilled and Liability for the Defect of Goods: Focused on Supreme Court Decision 2017Da202050 Decided April 8, 2021
Authors:   Korean Association of Aggregate Building Law, Kim Sang Hun
Published: August 2023

In the contract of sale, warranty liability for defects has the character of incomplete performance in that the original obligation was not fulfilled and according to the general principle of compensation for damages, it is reasonable to regard the contents of damages as defect warranty liability as performance gains. For this reason, recently, the Supreme Court, through the Supreme Court's decision 2017da202050 Decided April 8, 2021(hereinafter referred as ‘the Judgement’), made a ruling in the case of the sale of land where wastes were buried, even if the seller was not at fault, the amount of waste disposal costs that exceeded the purchase price was clearly recognized as damages according to warranty liability for defects. This is meaningful in that it was revealed that the scope of compensation for damages under warranty liability for defects in the sale of specific goods could reach the performance benefit separately from the fault of the seller. However, it would have been a more faithfully reflected judgment if it had been judged together with the calculation of the scope of damages on whether the principle of equivalence still plays its role in calculating damages under warranty liability for defects. In particular, in view of the fact that warranty liability for defects is operated as a seller's no-fault liability in principle, it would be a fair and faithful interpretation to consider that it is possible to adjust the scope of compensation for damages under the principle of good faith in consideration of the buyer's responsibility for the occurrence of defects. Such an interpretation of warranty liability for defects will play a role in drawing attention to the seller's obligation to provide warranty against defects in the object of sale, especially in cases involving environmental issues such as waste landfill.
Recommender Systems: An Overview, Challenges and Optimization Strategies, Future Scope
Authors: Hasan Md. Riad
Published: August 2023

Contracts can be considered as one of the fundamental legal instruments that reach deep into our daily life. Numerous numbers of contracts are entered into with a view to creating obligations and rights for the contracting parties. For the creation of a legal relation the contracting parties enter into a valid contract to perform their agreed task and there are also certain chances that the contract agreed to be performed may be breached. In this case, in order to protect the goals of the contracting parties along with providing them with justice, the parties who have been victims of the unlawful act of violation shall be granted such remedies. Apart from these in several cases the contract which was made between the parties is terminated due to various causes and the contracting parties of that contract may be relieved from performing their agreed task. Keywords: Contract, Agreement, Performance, Obligation, Breach, Remedies, Termination
AI Based Inventory Management System Using Odoo
Authors: Naik Gowtham R
Published: August 2023

This study focuses on the development and implementation of an AI-based inventory management system using the Odoo platform. The system utilizes artificial intelligence techniques to optimize inventory control, improve forecasting accuracy, and enhance decision-making processes. By integrating machine learning algorithms, the system can analyse historical data, identify patterns, and generate accurate demand forecasts. It also incorporates advanced analytics to optimize inventory levels, minimize stockouts, and reduce carrying costs. The Odoo platform provides a robust and flexible framework for implementing the AI-based inventory system, enabling seamless integration with existing business processes and ensuring scalability. Overall, this solution empowers businesses to achieve efficient inventory management, streamline operations, and enhance customer satisfaction. Key Words: AI-based inventory, Odoo, machine learning, ERP system,
The Implementation of Environmental Law Protection in Indonesia
Authors: Reda Manthovani
Published: August 2023

The current condition of environmental law enforcement is not as expected. Environmental problems tend to accumulate, become complicated and even lead to threats to peace. Environmental law enforcement is still a bureaucrat/government discourse, not yet leading to concrete action. The government has also not synchronized economic, social and ecological elements in every development policy, so it is seen that many policies issued by the government are detrimental to environmental interests, such as the issuance of Government Regulation No. 1 of 2004 concerning the policy of granting mining concessions in protected forests, to 13 mining companies, where this provision is contrary to Law no. 41 of 1999 concerning Forestry which prohibits mining activities in protected forests. The lack of success in enforcing environmental law is also due to irregularities in the process of enforcing environmental law, this can be seen in the application of Article 30 (2) of Law no. 23 of 1997 concerning Environmental Management which states that the settlement of disputes outside the court as referred to in paragraph (1) does not apply to environmental crimes as stipulated in this law or in other words to environmental crimes cannot be resolved through ADR , but in practice the provisions of Article 30 (2) of Law no. 23 of 1997 concerning Environmental Management is often violated or deviated. From criminal politics, the increase in criminal acts in the environmental sector is due to, among other things, development projects and programs that are planned and implemented at the local, regional and national levels, ignoring/not paying attention to environmental factors, not based on accurate research and estimates of developments or crime trends both now and in the future. the purpose of this research is to find out how far the implementation of environmental protection laws is.
OBITUARY: Professor James Chipeta
Authors: Bowa Kasonde
Published: August 2023

Professor James Chipeta was born on the 1 March 1962 in Lundazi, Eastern Zambia. He went to school at Chizongwe Secondary School completing in 1982. He was of the top students in his class with classmates like Professor Sekelani Banda. He studied Medicine at the University of Zambia School of Medicine from 1983 to 1990.
基于“三螺旋”理论的工程博士产教融合培养机制探究
Authors:   北京交通大学, 刘 畅 , 孙 明东 ,   北京交通大学
Published: August 2023

在工业革命和产业结构变革的大背景下，工程博士的培养质量的重要性愈发凸显。本文从我国目前工程博士的培养现状及工程博士培养过程中的主要问题为切入点，从宏观、中观和微观三个层面四个角度对产生问题的原因进行分析，将工程博士培养目标与国家和行业对人才的需求有机结合，提出以“三螺旋”理论为基础，深入研究政府、高校和企业三个主体在工程博士培养模式系统内的交叉作用，以此进一步加强工程博士培养机制建设，提升工程博士培养成效。
Reviewer Acknowledgements for Computer and Information Science, Vol. 16, No. 3
Authors: Lee Chris
Published: August 2023

Reviewer Acknowledgements for Computer and Information Science, Vol. 16, No. 3, 2023
Reviewer Acknowledgements for Higher Education Studies, Vol. 13, No. 3
Authors: Lin Sherry
Published: August 2023

Reviewer Acknowledgements for Higher Education Studies, Vol. 13, No. 3
Mathematical Analyzing of Laser Triangulation System without Scheimpflug Condition via C++ and Qt Framework
Authors: KASAPOGLU Orkun , BILGIN Tugba
Published: August 2023

In this paper, the mathematical characteristics of a laser triangulation system has been analyzed without considering Scheimpflug condition. The system parameters have been investigated and detailed information about the behavior of the system due to the changing some initial parameters just before designing the profile measurement system have been obtained. To be able to evaluate the system, C++ and Qt framework have been used for calculation of multi-dimensional arrays and visualization of the results to investigate the system parameters. The characteristics of the triangulation systems (both for our model and the model that proposed by Lamott and Noll, 2011) and characteristics of laser beam (laser beam thickness change for given measurement field range) for different laser sources with different wavelengths have been investigated. After analyzing the parameters of the triangulation system successfully, an adjustable system will be built in the laboratory to be able to get a better understanding the usage of this system in both 2D and 3D laser cutting systems.
Study on Spikelet Morphology of Some Indian Grasses (Poaceae)
Authors: Mandal Sujit , Pal Aratrik , Chowdhury Monoranjan
Published: August 2023

Poaceae (Graminae) is the most species-rich vascular flowering plant family that includes many economically valuable food crops consumed by human beings in different parts of the World. Grasses are most common floral component of all kind of vegetation and they grow in marshy lowland to higher altitude i.e., subalpine to alpine environment. Identification at the species level becomes extremely difficult in grasses and only the revelation of detailed spikelet structures can only provide a satisfactory result. Present work studied detailed morphology of various parts of spikelet of some grass from sub-Himalayan West Bengal along with their suitable illustrations.
Genetic Resources of Wild Rice (Oryza rufipogon) for Biotic and Abiotic Stress Tolerance Traits
Authors: Roy Subhas Chandra
Published: August 2023

Rice (Oryza sativa L.) is the most important staple food crop of the world; nearly half of the global population depend on it for majority of their dietary intake. Many stresses (biotic and abiotic) have critically affected rice production throughout the world due to global warming, changing climatic conditions and in addition non-durability of biotic resistance gene(s) incorporated into cultivars. Yield increase is not as per the required rate and becomes yield rate is in stagnation. Primary reason of yield stagnation is due to the narrow genetic base in the released varieties. Minimum number of parental lines were utilised to develop new crop varieties which ultimately leads to narrow genetic base. The narrow genetic base in the improved varieties is going to be a main bottleneck for crop improvement program which shield the yield increase. Genetic bottleneck during domestication causes erosion of the genetic diversity in the well adapted cultivars which leads to yield stagnation. Yield plateaus can be surmount through genetic gain by combining the yield related genes/QTLs from different genetic resources of rice germplasm both from local landraces (CLR) and crop wild relatives (CWR). Wild species are the reservoir of genetic diversity with wide adaptability and tolerance to many biotic and abiotic stresses. It is utmost necessary to characterize and conserve rice germplasm for evaluation and effective use of the genetic diversity prevailed in the rice gene pool. Genetic variability in respect to biotic/abiotic resistance is inadequate in the genetic resources of cultivated rice; however, these traits specific genes are available in the unexplored wild species of Oryza which are considered as rich source of agronomically important traits including biotic/abiotic traits. Therefore, breeders are trying to identify and transfer of these valuable genes from wild Oryza species to improve varieties through pre-breeding method and with the assistance of molecular breeding technology.
Indicadores bio-econômicos na transição da monocultura do arroz para um sistema de integração lavoura-pecuária: um estudo de caso na região sul do Rio Grande do Sul
Authors: Castilho Eduardo Madeira , Bigliardi Vagner Vieira , Gonçalves Fernanda Medeiros , Schafhäuser Junior Jorge
Published: August 2023

A Integração Lavoura-Pecuária (ILP) tem ganhado espaço nos sistemas de produção mundiais trazendo como possibilidade uma agricultura mais sustentável, com capacidade de diversificação de atividades aliada ao menor risco financeiro. No entanto avaliações econômicas de sistemas em condições de ILPs não são comumente encontradas. O presente trabalho teve como objetivo avaliar os benefícios produtivos e econômicos da integração lavoura-pecuária (ILP) em uma fazenda no município de Rio Grande/RS. A pesquisa foi realizada durante cinco anos agrícolas, em uma área de PlanossoloHáplico, com cultivo de soja e arroz e criação de bovinos de corte. Os resultados mostraram que a ILP proporcionou maior retorno econômico à propriedade, pela diversificação da produção, ampliação da área de pasto, intensificação na produção de bovinos e recuperação de pastagens. Além disso, a ILP também influenciou positivamente a qualidade do solo e os índices zootécnicos dos animais. Conclui-se que a ILP é uma alternativa sustentável e rentável para o agronegócio brasileiro.
Comparação de termômetro de globo negro e cinza em diferentes ambientes
Authors: Ribeiro Neila Lidiany , Costa José Henrique Souza , De Medeiros Geovergue Rodrigues , Neves Romildo da Silva , Meira Ariadne Soares , Gonçalves Indira Cristiane Moreira , Dos Santos Luana de Fátima Damasceno , Da Silva Núbia Michelle Vieira , Soares Kilmer Oliveira
Published: August 2023

Objetivou-se com essa pesquisa realizar a avaliação ambiental e comparar as temperaturas de globo cinza (TGC) e temperatura de globo negro (TGN) na criação de reprodutores ovinos no semiárido brasileiro. Para este trabalho foram utilizadas 18 matrizes da raça Santa Inês, distribuídos em baias individuais, parte das baias eram cobertas com telhas de fibrocimento e outra parte de solário. O delineamento experimental foi inteiramente ao acaso, em esquema fatorial 2 x 2 (ambiente coberto e ambiente sem cobertura x globos negros e cinza) em 60 repetições (dias de avaliação). Observou-se um acréscimo da TGN em relação a TGC no decorrer dos horários de avaliação, atingindo temperatura máxima (48,04 °C) às 13h no ambiente descoberto, concomitantemente com elevação do índice de temperatura de globo negro e umidade - ITGU (96,72). Em condições exposto ao sol, essas temperaturas divergiram, mais os registros obtidos no globo negro, dados as condições de absorção da radiação térmica das diferentes cores.
A interface entre as representaçõe sociais e os estudos culturais: o objeto de estudo em tessitura com a educação de surdos
Authors: Silveira Andréa Pereira
Published: August 2023

Neste artigo objetivamos identificar elementos teóricos presentes tanto na teoria das Representações Sociais, quanto nos Estudos Culturais a fim de realizar a interface entre estas. Quanto às questões metodológicas, esclarecemos que realizamos um levantamento bibliográfico de elementos que fossem comuns nos Estudos Culturais e nas Representações Sociais. Como resultado obtivemos o enlace dos elementos contexto e interdiciplinaridade em ambas teorias. Este movimento de interface entre os Estudos Culturais e as Representações Sociais foi suscitado a partir do problema de pesquisa, vislumbrando cercear o objeto de estudo no campo das Representações Sociais, vinculado à linha de Educação, Cultura e Sociedade. Isto posto, consideramos que este movimento de aproximação entre as teorias supracitadas indica um caminho plausível para a elaboração da tese proposta  com vistas a discutir a Educação de Surdos entrelaçada as categorias contexto e interdisciplinaridade ora apontadas.
A responsabilidade socioambiental corporativa e a COVID-19: pesquisa com empregados e desempregados do nordeste brasileiro
Authors: De Oliveira Idelmárcia Dantas , De Oliveira Hilderline Câmara , Nobre Anna Cláudia dos Santos , Da Silva Iza Leilla Carlos , Atanasio Jizabely de Araújo , Da Silva Alice Gerlane Cardoso
Published: August 2023

A Covid-19 impactou a sociedade e, em particular, às empresas, que precisaram tomar decisões de natureza econômica, social e ambiental. Esta pesquisa analisa a percepção de empregados e desempregados quanto a ações de responsabilidade socioambiental de empresas no Nordeste do Brasil, na pandemia. Foi desenvolvido survey descritivo, com abordagem quantitativa e dados analisados com estatística descritiva. Os principais resultados foram: as empresas se preocupam com o pós-pandemia; os desempregados perceberam maior consciência ambiental  das empresas do que os empregados; os empregados não perceberam redução da produção de resíduos pelas empresas, enquanto desempregados perceberam; pessoas desempregadas acreditam que as empresas foram sensíveis à vulnerabilidade social, diferente das empregadas; pessoas desempregadas consumiram mais produtos/serviços de empresas socialmente responsáveis do que as empregadas; houve elevação das práticas de responsabilidade social das empresas resultante da consciência ambiental de consumidores. Esta pesquisa poderá contribuir com estudos futuros por abordar tema de interesse mundial, sobretudo pós-pandemia.
Modelo conceitual para valoração de patentes aplicando o Markup
Authors: Souza Diego Silva , Liberato Mônica Maria , Dos Santos Mario Jorge Campos , Meneses Thiago Silva Conceição
Published: August 2023

Valorar patentes é o processo de determinar o seu valor monetário, ou seja, consiste em mensurar e estabelecer o valor da tecnologia ou inovação protegida pela patente em termos financeiros. Neste contexto, tal processo é fundamental seja na transferência de tecnologia, na concessão de licenças ou no recebimento de remunerações, e para isso deve-se partir do pressuposto, que a valoração de patentes deve envolver uma análise criteriosa da relevância tecnológica da inovação. Diante disso, este estudo parte de um método de valoração com abordagem baseada nos custos da tecnologia protegida, desenvolvido e validado em pesquisas anteriores, para implementar o markup multiplicador neste em substituição à algumas variáveis do modelo originai. Desse modo, o objetivo geral do presente artigo é desenvolver modelo conceitual para valoração de patentes com o markup multiplicador a partir do modelo de Pita (2010). Para tanto, se fazem necessários os seguintes objetivos específicos: adequar as variáveis do modelo original; identificar e atribuir valores para as variáveis do modelo proposto; e validar o modelo conceitual nas mesmas condições que foi testado o modelo original. Com relação aos resultados, pode-se verificar que foi possível substituir variáveis do modelo original pelo markup, tendo como prerrogativa a garantia que este irá repassar à negociação os tributos incidentes bem como a rentabilidade desejada. Assim, o modelo proposto pode ser uma alternativa para valoração de patentes, ou um parâmetro inicial, quando seu titular for uma pessoa jurídica.
Transtorno Afetivo Bipolar, manifestações clínicas e abordagem terapêutica, uma overview
Authors: Romero Gabriela dos Santos , Veiga Vitória Moura Rodrigues , Gonçalves Nathan Lomba , Elias Thaísa Weisheimer , Almeida José Victor Marconato , Tavares Thiago de Mello , Da Silva Rita de Kassia Leopoldo Claudino , Bento Valentina Liliana Molina , Czarnieski Gabriela Malaquias , Dos Santos Adelcio Machado
Published: August 2023

O transtorno afetivo bipolar é uma condição psiquiátrica complexa que envolve manifestações clínicas variadas e requer uma abordagem terapêutica adequada. Este estudo teve como objetivo examinar diversos aspectos relacionados a essa doença, incluindo a carga, as bases biológicas, os sentimentos e estigmas associados, além das estratégias de tratamento. Para isso, foram revisados artigos que abordam diferentes aspectos do transtorno afetivo bipolar. Foi realizada uma revisão sistemática da literatura, englobando artigos de diversas fontes. Os estudos foram selecionados com base em sua relevância para o tema e a contribuição para os objetivos do estudo. A análise dos artigos revelou uma série de resultados importantes. Primeiramente, a carga do transtorno afetivo bipolar é significativa, afetando não apenas os indivíduos, mas também gerando custos consideráveis para a sociedade. Em termos biológicos, foram identificadas anormalidades neuropatológicas e neuroquímicas que contribuem para a compreensão da etiologia do transtorno. Além disso, as manifestações clínicas do transtorno afetivo bipolar incluem uma ampla gama de emoções, estigmas sociais e limitações funcionais, como evidenciado por Moura et al. (2019) e Ferreira et al. (2023). O impacto da doença se estende às relações familiares, conforme destacado por Vasconcelos et al. (2020). Em termos de abordagem terapêutica, várias estratégias foram exploradas. A eletroconvulsoterapia emergiu como uma opção eficaz para certos pacientes, conforme revisado por Mendonça et al. (2021). O carbonato de lítio também se mostrou uma alternativa válida de tratamento, como apresentado por Parizotti et al. (2021). Além disso, a psicoeducação individual domiciliar demonstrou eficácia, como discutido por Batista (2019). Este estudo oferece uma visão abrangente sobre as manifestações clínicas do transtorno afetivo bipolar e suas implicações terapêuticas. Os resultados destacam a importância de uma abordagem multidisciplinar que abranja não apenas o tratamento médico, mas também a consideração dos aspectos emocionais, familiares e sociais. A compreensão aprofundada das bases biológicas também contribui para o desenvolvimento de abordagens terapêuticas mais direcionadas. Em última análise, este estudo reforça a necessidade contínua de pesquisa e intervenções eficazes para melhorar a qualidade de vida das pessoas afetadas pelo transtorno afetivo bipolar.