bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Analysing Technical Efficiency and Determinants of Watermelon Farms in Tembila, Besut, Terengganu
Authors: Mohd Suhaimi Nurul Aisyah
Published: November 2024

This paper attempts to determine the level of technical efficiency on watermelon farms and subsequently investigate the factors affecting the technical efficiency scores of watermelon farms in Tembila, Besut. Data was collected from a survey that randomly selects 50 watermelon farmers between June and September 2023. For the first step, this study uses data envelopment analysis to measure the technical efficiency scores on a sample. For the second step, a truncated regression model was used to explain the factors affecting technical efficiency. The results show that Tembila watermelon farmers could save 27% of their input in order to produce the same amount of output. This finding suggests that there is room for improvement in terms of managing inputs among watermelon farmers. The result also shows that farmers' education and experience have a positive relationship with technical efficiency, whereas off-farm income has a negative relationship with technical efficiency. Our results suggest that the Malaysian government should provide training programs in order to improve efficiency.
Comparative Analysis of Regulations on IT-Based Money Lending and Borrowing Services in Indonesia and Vietnam
Authors: Mulyani Sri , Hieu Le Ho Trung , Kusumaningrum Anggraeni Endah , Sukmariningsih Retno Mawarini , Riyanto Ontran Sumantri
Published: November 2024

Providing information technology-based money lending and borrowing services offers convenience and benefits for users to access fresh funds quickly and safely. However, debtors often misuse their situation, leading to financial losses and potential intimidation. The research problem in this study revolves around several key aspects, including defining existing information technology-based money lending and borrowing services, comparing the regulatory implementations for these services in Indonesia and Vietnam, and exploring potential legal measures to counter illegal fintech activities. The objective of this research is to assess and analyze the implementation of information technology-based credit service regulations, commonly known as FinTech, in both Indonesia and Vietnam. This research adopts an empirical normative legal approach, involving legal, conceptual, and qualitative analyses. The findings reveal that both countries have taken proactive measures by enacting regulations to govern the rapidly expanding fintech industry. However, they continue to face challenges posed by widespread illegal fintech operations, which pose risks to the privacy of individuals' personal data. Additionally, both nations encounter a shortage of skilled professionals capable of effectively detecting and combating illicit fintech activities. Therefore, it is imperative to enhance regulations and invest in professional training to eliminate illegal fintech practices.
Computational Analysis of Tsunami Wave Run-Up by Implementation of TIMPULSE-SIM Model with Japan and Indonesian Seismic Tsunami
Authors: Regina M. Yasmin , Mohamed E. Syed
Published: November 2024

The alternative newly developed TIMPULSE-SIM model is used for forecasting all three phases of seismic/earthquake-induced tsunami waves. The main objective of this modeling is to predict the earliest arrival time of tsunami with less computation time. This paper analyses the third phase or the run-up phase of tsunami. The assessment of tsunami wave run-up minimize the risk in coastal community due to the tsunami impact. The paper introduces a closed set of algebraic expressions for modeling the run-up phase and the reliability of the model is analyzed by implementing and testing of this model to the two major historical seismic tsunami are, 2004 Indonesian Subduction zone tsunami in Indian ocean region, 2011 Great east Japan tsunami in Pacific ocean region. From this study, this proposed model should be a good alternative to the existing model for applying to the real time tsunami event because it includes the nonlinearity and frequency dispersion of wave, and applied to both near and far field tsunamis, efficient to apply for a long duration, mainly the computation time is achieved in O(minutes). More than 90 percentage of accuracy achieved in this model by validating the simulated results with the historical and other existing model that emphasize the model’s reliability.
Multi-secret Steganography in QR Codes
Authors: Koptyra Katarzyna , Ogiela Marek R.
Published: November 2024

This paper presents a steganographic scheme that conceals two independent secrets in a single QR code. The method uses two embedding algorithms which operate in separate domains. The first algorithm embeds the secret information into segments. The resulting code is then passed to the second method which modifies some modules to hide another secret, exploiting the error correction feature of QR codes. In this way, the secret messages do not overlay and are both possible to recover. The secrets may be retrieved separately as their embedding areas are different. The presented approach is an example of multi-secret steganography which may be used for confidential data transfer.
THE CATEGORY OF INTERTEXTUALITY: ALLUSION, QUOTATION, SYMBOL
Authors:   Teacher of Navoiy state university, Uzbekistan, Nizomovna Sadikova Dildora
Published: November 2024

The article discusses the categories of intertextuality: allusion and quotation as being the key mediators between texts. In resolving this issue, it provides a detailed description of the forms under each category and explains how each of them operates in the textual talk of literature and how they interact with one another. Also, the article stresses that symbolism takes up a very important role in works of literature is not only significant for deepening the themes, but also serves another purpose of being a tool of the critics in making the reader interested in the piece of literature and encouraging him/ her to think about the possible meanings of symbols. Through such elaboration of analysis, the discussion also shows that intertextual and symbolic elements build up on one another to enrich the reader’s perception.
APPROACHES TO THE CONCEPT OF EXEMPTION FROM LIABILITY OR PENALTY WITH THE APPLICATION OF COMPULSORY MEASURES
Authors:   Independent researcher at Karakalpak State University named after Berdakh, Uzbekistan, Mnajatdinovna Ametova Aysulu
Published: November 2024

This article highlights the content of approaches to the concept of exemption from liability or penalty with the application of compulsory measures to minors. Also compulsory measures are considered as a system of criminal-legal measures and measures of state compulsory. However, the peculiarities of compulsory measures are explained. Foreign experience of application of compulsory measures to minors is analyzed.
Spor Yayınları ve İçeriklerinde İkinci Ekran (Second Screen) Etkisi
Authors: Şahin Abdullah , Yüce Arif
Published: November 2024

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Drama Techniques as Contributors to Third graders’ English Oral Skills Development
Authors: Betancourt Ovalle Juliana , Caicedo Díaz María Fernanda
Published: November 2024

The purpose of this action research study was to observe the impact of third grader’s English as a Foreign Language (EFL) oral skills through drama techniques to reinforce their fluency, motivation, confidence and pronunciation with audiovisual materials that integrate current cartoon series. To carry out this study, field notes and interviews were implemented to gather data and determine how drama techniques such as dialogue and improvisation with simulation and thought tracking contributed to the understanding and the improvement of third graders’ EFL oral skills. During the study, it was observed that learners could understand the foreign language through the gradual analysis of expressions and vocabulary meanings by connecting these concepts to their real backgrounds and topics of interest. Moreover, collaborative listening and repeating exercises, along with the kinesthetic activities helped learners to be closer to EFL meanings, achieve better pronunciation, fluency and motivation. The conclusions of the study include the fact that learners gained more participation through collective construction knowledge work related to their real contexts. Thus, we made some recommendations to encourage the educational community to apply the techniques mentioned in this study as a new ELT method and to integrate them within their curriculum to help learners to obtain better English oral skills results.
Factores Sociológicos, Psicológicos y Antecedentes Empresariales en el Emprendimiento de los Egresados de la Carrera de Administración del TecNM Campus Cd. Constitución
Authors: Hernández Frayre Juan Gerardo , Salvatierra Ramírez Jonadab , Medina López Pedro Martín
Published: November 2024

Factores sociológicos, psicológicos y antecedentes empresariales en la intención de emprendimiento en los jóvenes egresados de la carrera de licenciatura en administración del TecNM campus Cd. Constitución, es un proyecto que logra estimar la disposición de los egresados de esta institución hacia el emprendimiento, considerando para ello la valoración en los factores que, según la literatura del emprendimiento, son los más relevantes para que un individuo se vea motivado hacia esta actividad. El desarrollo de este proyecto de investigación se basó en una metodología de tipo exploratorio y luego descriptivo, evolucionando a correlacional, con enfoque cuantitativo. Del estudio se logra identificar que el perfil del egresado en términos generales es apto para que incursione en actividades de emprendimiento. De acuerdo a las métricas y variables del instrumento utilizado de (Coduras et al., 2010) se logra identificar una puntuación promedio general por egresado de 633.07 puntos de 930 posibles. Siendo la perspectiva psicológica en donde los egresados muestran un mejor perfil, con el 100% de la muestra investigada listos para emprender. El área de oportunidad gira en torno a las variables de la perspectiva sociológica en donde el 18% de la muestra no cuenta con las condiciones mínimas recomendadas para emprender.
Prevalencia de Dislipidemia en Pacientes con Diagnóstico de Obesidad sin otra Comorbilidad Asociada en la UMF47 en el Año 2022
Authors: Vargas Alfaro Maria Dolores , Razo Mendoza Luis Fernando , Alejos Gómez Ignacio
Published: November 2024

La dislipidemia es un problema de salud en el mundo que conlleva múltiples enfermedades cardiovasculares. La OMS determina el creciente aumento de las enfermedades crónico- degenerativas conocidas como enfermedades no transmisibles. Se estima que en 2025, la mitad de la población sufrirá alguna enfermedad crónica degenerativa, entre ellas el sobrepeso y la obesidad, que constituyen el primer paso al síndrome metabólico. Objetivo: Determinar la prevalencia de dislipidemia en pacientes de 20 a 60 años con obesidad sin comorbilidades. Método: Estudio cuantitativo, observacional, prospectivo, transversal, descriptivo.  No se realizó cálculo muestral, con un universo de 270 pacientes, obtenido del departamento de ARIMAC, con diagnóstico de obesidad sin ninguna otra patología en el año 2022. Se realizó estadística descriptiva con uso de medidas de tendencia central para las variables cuantitativas y a las cualitativas rangos, frecuencias y se calculó la prevalencia. Resultados: la edad está entre 20 a los 60 años, con una media de 47.4 años. La mayoría son femenino 68.10% (n=184) y masculino de un 31.9% (n=86). Conclusiones: Se identificó que predomina en mujeres, con una media de 47.4 años, y la mayoría  son casados. La evaluación de la prevalencia de dislipidemia reveló que el 77% de los pacientes con diagnóstico de obesidad presentaban alteración lipídica, la más común  hipertrigliceridemia.
Economía Digital, La Inteligencia Artificial y los Universitarios del Centro Regional Universitario de Coclé I semestre de 2024
Authors: Tuñón G. Edwin A.
Published: November 2024

El presente artículo que hoy presentó, se enmarca en la línea de investigación economía digital  de la Facultad de Economía. Actualmente  hay un vacío de conocimiento   sobre  la situación de la Inteligencia artificial  entre estudiantes  del Centro Regional Universitario de Coclé. El objetivo del artículo es  conocer la percepción  sobre Inteligencia Artificial IA,  de  una muestra  de  estudiante de la unidad académica. La metodología para  el desarrollo  se utilizó el Diseño Ciencias Sociales, nivel de profundidad  descriptivo  con variables  categóricas. Para el desarrollo del mismo utilicé una encuesta que fue revisada por tres expertos. La misma se  aplicó durante el primer semestre del  año 2024, a una muestra de  738  estudiantes, del Centro Regional Universitario de Coclé. Discusión: La  IA  es una rama de la informática que  se encuentran   en pleno desarrollo  entre los   estudiantes  universitarios  del Centro  Regional  de la  Universidad de  Panamá. Su acceso  ha sido desde la informalidad académica  y desde la facilidad de acceso a las redes. Conclusiones: Los estudiantes universitarios que participaron de la encuesta perciben la lA, como una rama de la informática. La brecha digital, es una preocupación para  los estudiantes, el chatbox es un programa  simulador de conversación humana, el  tutor  virtual es un profesor que imparte clases, la utilización de la IA para evaluación online de los exámenes, principios que guían el uso responsable de la IA a la educación superior.
El Poder Económico En La Percepción Del Universitario Coclesano
Authors: Tuñón G Edwin A
Published: November 2024

El presente artículo se realizó en la línea de investigación desarrollo nacional, diseño  de ciencias sociales, nivel de profundidad descriptivo, variables categóricas. Muestra de 171 encuestas a estudiantes de Centro Regional Universitario de Coclé, de la Universidad de Panamá. Esta tiene como  el objetivo  conocer la percepción sobre el poder económico del universitario coclesano. Llena un vacío de conocimiento sobre el poder económico. La encuesta está dividida en siete preguntas, la primera son los datos relacionados con las características del encuestado, el distrito de procedencia; la segunda sobre el turno; la tercera es sobre la Facultad en la que estudia; la cuarta trata comunidad de procedencia y la última parte de la encuesta son preguntas relacionadas con el poder económico. Discusión El poder económico es  reconocido por los estudiantes que participaron en la encuesta. Reconocen los estudiantes universitarios coclesanos, el impacto de las manifestaciones  en las empresas del poder económico. ¿El poder económico ha sido identificado  en la crisis actual?
Programa de Asesorías Pedagógicas para el Desarrollo de la Dimensión Pragmática del Pensamiento Crítico
Authors: Meza Carrasco Dora Paulina , Valverde Meza Carol Yulyssa , Valverde Meza Carmen Jannett
Published: November 2024

La presente investigación se aplicó con el objetivo de demostrar la influencia del Programa de asesorías pedagógicas para el desarrollo de la dimensión pragmática del pensamiento crítico en docentes de primaria de la  Unidad de gestión educativa de Otuzco, 2022. Fue un estudio operativo, de método hipotético deductivo; se ha operativizado en lineamientos o procesos del enfoque cuantitativo de diseño cuasi experimental en una muestra de 45 docentes conformados por dos grupos (22 docentes: grupo experimental y 23 docentes: grupo control). Se empleó el cuestionario Pensamiento crítico y validado con la prueba de Lawshe. Se aplicó la prueba de normalidad de Kolmogorov-Smirnov determinando la siguiente afirmación, que el Programa aplicado con asesorías pedagógicas influye significativamente para el desarrollo de la dimensión lógica del pensamiento crítico en docentes del nivel primario de la Unidad de gestión educativa de Otuzco, 2022.
Desarrollo De Competencias Para La Intervención En Crisis En Estudiantes De Trabajo Social: Evaluación De Metodologías Innovadoras
Authors: Aguilar Silva Jenniffer Daniela
Published: November 2024

La formación en intervención en crisis para estudiantes de trabajo social requiere una actualización metodológica que responda a las demandas contemporáneas de la profesión. Esta investigación aborda la necesidad de evaluar la efectividad de metodologías innovadoras en el desarrollo de competencias para la intervención en crisis en estudiantes de la carrera de Gestión Social y Desarrollo de la Universidad Estatal Península de Santa Elena.El objetivo principal fue evaluar el impacto de la implementación de metodologías innovadoras, incluyendo simulaciones virtuales, role-playing digital y aprendizaje experiencial, en el desarrollo de competencias específicas para la intervención en crisis en estudiantes de trabajo social.Se empleó una metodología mixta con predominancia cuantitativa, utilizando un diseño cuasi-experimental con grupo control (n=12) y experimental (n=13). La recolección de datos incluyó pre-test y post-test, grupos focales, entrevistas semi-estructuradas y análisis de portafolios reflexivos, siguiendo las recomendaciones de Bernardino-Santos et al. (2024) para la evaluación comprehensiva en educación superior.Los resultados principales revelaron un incremento significativo del 22.5% en las competencias del grupo experimental, en contraste con un 6.4% del grupo control. Las simulaciones virtuales demostraron una efectividad del 89%, mientras que el 92% de los participantes reportó mayor confianza en sus habilidades profesionales. La triangulación metodológica confirmó la efectividad de las metodologías innovadoras en el desarrollo de competencias críticas para la intervención en crisis.Se concluye que la integración de metodologías innovadoras en la formación de trabajadores sociales mejora significativamente el desarrollo de competencias para la intervención en crisis, proporcionando una base empírica para la renovación de los métodos de enseñanza en trabajo social. Los hallazgos sugieren la necesidad de incorporar sistemáticamente estas metodologías en los programas de formación profesional.
Prevalencia de Anticuerpos Irregulares contra eritrocitos en donantes de sangre completa, del centro zonal de fraccionamiento de la provincia de El Oro, entre el periodo 2018-2023
Authors: Castro Rivera Patricia Alexandra , Guerrero Quiroz Enmanuel Isidoro
Published: November 2024

Introducción: La aloinmunización de eritrocitos ó Glóbulos Rojos (GR), ocurre cuando una persona genera anticuerpos (Ac) contra antígenos eritrocitarios externos. La destrucción de los GR es causada por los Ac clínicamente significativos. Es decir, producen reacciones transfusionales hemolíticas y anemia. Objetivo: Establecer la prevalencia de Ac anti eritrocitarios por medio del rastreo de anticuerpos irregulares (RAI), en los donantes de sangre completa, del centro zonal de fraccionamiento de la provincia de El Oro, periodo 2018-2023. Materiales y métodos: Se ejecutó un estudio retrospectivo de corte transversal de los donantes voluntarios integrados entre enero del 2018 hasta diciembre del 2023 (66.449 donantes). Se analizaron sus características demográficas y se realizaron pruebas de rastreo e identificación de Ac específicos. Resultados: El 0,24% de los donantes (160 donantes) fueron positivos para anticuerpos irregulares (AI). El grupo etario con mayor prevalencia fue el de 31 a 40 años, predominando el grupo sanguíneo O Rh positivo. Los Ac más comunes fueron del sistema Rh (anti-E, anti-D y anti-K) con mayor importancia clínica los mismo que ocasionan reacciones transfusionales hemolíticas (RTH) en adultos y recién nacidos.  En cuanto al sistema Lewis (anti-Lea) fue el Ac con mayor frecuencia identificado entre los donantes. El sexo masculino fue el de mayor prevalencia conjuntamente con las donaciones por primera vez. Conclusión: El rastreo de Ac irregulares es importante para prevenir aloinmunización y reacciones hemolíticas. El Ac más prevalente perteneció al sistema Rh, siendo de gran importancia clínica, debido a que reducen las reacciones post transfusiones.
Experiencia Yunguilla: Gobernanza local comunitaria en destinos turísticos y su interacción con las administraciones cantonales y parroquiales
Authors: Sánchez Pincay Maria Fernanda
Published: November 2024

Este artículo examina el impacto de la gobernanza comunitaria local en la comunidad de Yunguilla, Ecuador, y su relación con la gobernanza cantonal y comunitaria en la promoción de la sostenibilidad y protección ambiental en un destino turístico. Se destaca el liderazgo de los representantes comunitarios, quienes han impulsado el desarrollo del turismo sostenible basado en principios de gobernanza responsables. Este enfoque ha permitido a la comunidad obtener beneficios del entorno natural, evitando las prácticas insostenibles del pasado, como la explotación indiscriminada de recursos. La evolución hacia una gestión ambiental responsable subraya la importancia de la gobernanza en el desarrollo del turismo en áreas rurales.Sin embargo, el artículo también reconoce los desafíos que enfrenta la comunidad en su relación con los Gobiernos Autónomos Descentralizados (GADs). A pesar de los logros alcanzados, Yunguilla mantiene una postura de independencia, evitando la intervención de los GADs por temor a que esto comprometa su modelo de sostenibilidad. El estudio explora los acuerdos y convenios que sustentan la Experiencia Yunguilla, analizando cómo se traducen en políticas concretas para la gestión sostenible del turismo.
Impacto de la Inteligencia Artificial en la Práctica Jurídica: Transformaciones y Desafíos
Authors: Ordoñez Apolo Elder Wilfrido , Ilbay Pilataxi Luis Andy
Published: November 2024

En la última década, la inteligencia artificial (IA) ha comenzado a jugar un papel crucial en la transformación de la práctica del sistema jurídico e interpretación de las normas contenidas en los textos constitucionales e infra constitucionales. Este artículo examina cómo las herramientas de IA están modificando la práctica jurídica mediante la automatización de tareas rutinarias, la mejora en la eficiencia operativa, y la capacidad para predecir resultados judiciales. Se analizan tanto los beneficios como los desafíos que esta tecnología presenta para abogados y tribunales, proporcionando una visión integral del impacto actual y futuro de la IA en el ámbito legal.
Mapping of Ligula plerocercoids in the freshwater bream Abramis brama in Lake Syamozero and some other lakes of Northwestern Russia
Authors: Lebedeva Daria I. , Kochneva Albina A. , Lysenko Lydmila A. , Kantserova Nadezda P. , Zaitsev Dmitry O. , Milyanchuk Nikolay P. , Sukhovskaya Irina V.
Published: November 2024

The tapeworm Ligula intestinalis (Linnaeus, 1758) is a broadly distributed parasite with high epidemiological significance. Its first intermediate hosts are crustaceans, its second intermediate hosts are fish, while the definitive hosts are various fish-eating birds and, as recently shown, ringed seals. The stages of Ligula intestinalis in fish are called plerocercoids. In this study we obtained new data on the occurrence of plerocercoids of L. intestinalis in freshwater bream Abramis brama in six lakes in Karelia (Northwestern Russia). Infection of freshwater bream with L. intestinalis in Lakes Onego, Ladoga, Svyatozero and Konchezero was found for the first time. In Lake Syamozero, where long-term parasitological monitoring has been conducted, infection indices of bream with L. intestinalis were similar to those recorded in 1975. Using two mitochondrial genes (cytb and COI), we examined the genetic structure of L. intestinalis from different localities. Phylogenetic analysis showed that all specimens of  of L. intestinalis examined in our study belonged to “Lineage A” identified by Nazarizadeh et al. (2023). We found 40 haplotypes of concatenated cox1+ cytb in freshwater bream from different water bodies in Northwestern Russia and Europe. Plerocercoids from Karelian lakes were represented by 22 haplotypes, of which 21 were unique. Our molecular analysis of L. intestinalis from freshwater bream in European part of the Palearctic shows that this parasite lineage is genetically diverse and rapidly expanding.
Tourist Preferences in Visiting Marine Tourism Attractions in Makassar City: Case Study on Akkarena Beach, Makassar City
Authors: Zahra Raden Ajeng Azmi Hayatunufus Fajri , Kamaruddin Citra Ayni , Jamil Muh. , Samsir Andi , Hastuti Diah Retno Dwi
Published: November 2024

Tourism directly provides employment opportunities for the community, reduces poverty and unemployment levels, creates new business opportunities, increases regional income, and increases national foreign exchange earnings. The presence of tourism can generate commercial activities that can bring significant social, cultural and economic benefits to the country. This research aims to determine tourists' preferences in visiting the marine tourism attraction Akcepatn Beach, Makassar City. The type of research used is descriptive research using qualitative research methods. The research location was carried out at Akbecause Beach which is located on Jl. Tanjung Merdeka, Tamalate District, Makassar City. The population used in this research were tourists who had visited Akcepatn Beach, Makassar City. The method for determining the sample in this research is using accidental sampling. Data collection was carried out through interviews, observation and documentation with data analysis used namely data exploration, data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The research results show that the tourist attractions offered are the main factor for tourists in determining their preferences when visiting Akcaus Beach, Makassar City. Meanwhile, the price indicator is not a choice for tourists to come to visit. Meanwhile, facilities and accessibility also play an important role in determining tourists' preferences in visiting Akcaus Beach.
Detection of a genetic variant of Apert syndrome
Authors: Lynett Daniela , Lubo López María Paola , Rojas Arbelaez Laura Andrea , Rodríguez Ocampo Paula Andrea , Ramirez Lev Bladimir , Jimenez Daniel , Celis Regalado Luis Gustavo , Fonque Ojeda Nathalia , García Montoya Gabriela
Published: November 2024

Introduction: Apert syndrome (AS), or acrocephalosyndactyly type I, is an autosomal dominant congenital disorder caused by a mutation in the FGFR2 gene, essential during embryonic development. It is characterized by craniosynostosis, midface hypoplasia and syndactyly. Although rare, its incidence is 1/100,000 to 1/160,000 live births, with a prevalence of 1 to 9 cases per 100,000 persons. Prenatal diagnosis is complex due to its similarity to other congenital syndromes. Objective: This article analyzes the genetic and molecular characterization of a patient diagnosed with Apert syndrome.  Methodology: Informed consent was obtained and a clinical history and physical examination were performed. Blood samples were collected for paraclinical and molecular tests, as well as imaging studies. Results: The results showed phenotypic characteristics compatible with the syndrome, such as strabismus, proptosis and anterior plagiocephaly-type craniosynostosis. Genetic studies detected a pathogenic variant in the FGFR2 gene (c.755C>G) and a variant of uncertain significance (c.532C>T). Discussion: The FGFR2 mutation (c.755C>G) is one of the most frequent in AS and is suggested to affect receptor specificity, leading to suppression of osteoblast apoptosis, resulting in the phenotypic features of the syndrome. Conclusion: Although the variant of uncertain significance (c.532C>T) has deleterious features, no other cases with this variant have been reported. Currently, the patient has not presented additional deterioration and the prognosis remains uncertain. Further molecular studies are considered necessary to investigate this new variant and its clinical implications.
Analysis of the Development of Acoustic Environment in Chinese Theater Architecture Based on SoundPLAN: A Case Study of the Wuhan Region
Authors: Haojie Chen , Ran Peng , Keyuan Ding , Yehao Liu , Xueliang Liu
Published: November 2024

Considering that previous literature has focused on the structure, performance space, and acoustic design of ancient and modern theater buildings but neglected the changes, contexts, sound transmission characteristics of performances, and the connections between them, This study aims to investigate the factors that have influenced the evolution of ancient and modern Chinese theater architecture, as well as the changes in the acoustic environment of the performance space during the evolution process. This study uses SoundPLAN acoustic simulation software to simulate the acoustic environments of representative theater buildings in Wuhan in various historical periods and to obtain the sound pressure level distribution of each performance space under different sound sources. It can be found through the analysis that the performance space gradually becomes an independent theater building with the change of history; the theater building gradually evolves from outdoor open type to indoor closed type; the quality of the architectural space and acoustic environment improves with the updating of the structure and the material; different performance sound sources located in different positions on the stage are arranged according to the acoustic characteristics, which will make the quality of the acoustic environment improve. On this basis, the intrinsic relationship between the acoustic environment of theater buildings and musical instruments, the economy, acoustic experience measures, and socio-cultural backgrounds is investigated, and it is concluded that there is a correlation between them. To provide reference value for the restoration and new construction of theater-type buildings in China.
Study of the Role of Digital Literacy in Mitigating the Spread of Online Gambling as a Popular Cyber Crime in Indonesia
Authors: Septanto Henri , Rusmawan Uus , Yuliadi Boy , Hidayatullah Ari
Published: November 2024

The spread of online gambling as a cyber crime has become a major problem in Indonesia. This type of cyber crime has a huge influence on various levels of society, both from a social and economic perspective. This research aims to examine the role of digital literacy in mitigating the spread of online gambling using a literature study approach. This study examines the definition and components of digital literacy and their impact in dealing with the risks associated with online gambling, which is now one of the most popular types of cyber crime in Indonesia. Through a literature review, this article explores existing theory and data on digital literacy and its effectiveness in increasing public awareness and protecting individuals from the risks associated with online gambling. The findings from this research indicate that digital literacy plays a key role in equipping society with the knowledge and skills necessary to recognize the dangers and impacts of online gambling, while also identifying several gaps in the literature that require further attention. The conclusion of this article emphasizes the importance of integrating digital literacy in mitigation strategies and offers recommendations for improving digital literacy programs to combat the spread of online gambling in Indonesia.
The Impact of Breathing Exercises on Heart Rate Variability in Hypertensive Individuals: A Systematic Review
Authors: J Karthiga , B Arunkumar
Published: November 2024

Introduction Hypertension (HTN), owing to high prevalence rate poses a significant health threat. Untreated HTN is a major risk factor for developing coronary artery disease. However, early intervention reduces the risk of complication. Breathing exercises (BE) has been gaining importance due to its potential role in enhancing autonomic function in HTN. This systematic review aims to evaluate the impact of BEs on heart rate variability (HRV), a clinical marker of autonomic nervous system function, in patients with HTN. B. Objective To assess the impact of different types of BE used in management of HTN and their effects on HRV parameters. C. Methodology Studies evaluating the changes in HRV following BE involving hypertensive individuals, aged 18-70 years of both sexes were included in the review. Data were extracted from various scientific database. Risk of bias was assessed using standard protocol and the results were analysed. D. Results: A total of 7 studies, including both Randomized Control Trials and observational studies, were analyzed. Following the BE, the studies demonstrated significant improvements in HRV, with increased parasympathetic activity (higher RMSSD, SDNN, pNN50, and HF) and a reduction in the LF: HF ratio. Despite the type and duration of breathing techniques that were employed, all were found to be beneficial in improving autonomic function. E. Discussion: BE significantly enhance vagal tone, which helps in the reduction of blood pressure. The results suggest that regular practice of BEs would serve as an adjuvant therapy in treating HTN. However, more robust study with huge sample size and standard protocol are essential to study the long-term effects of BE on autonomic function in hypertensive individuals.
Review of Smart Office Assistant
Authors: Prabha Anju , Binoy Aiswarya , E Akshay , Ameer Althaf , Joy Alvin
Published: November 2024

AI is playing major role in every field now a days and have become widely accepted in our society than traditional methods. The Smart Office Assistant is an intelligent system made to automate office environment in which employee attendance tracking and visitor management in offices can be done. Using web cam face recognition is done for people entering the office, for employees greeting is done by calling the name also their check in time and attendance is marked. For unrecognized faces it acts as a smart receptionist, which can handle appointment bookings and provide general office information for unfamiliar visitors through a chatbot interface. The Smart Office Assistant is for offices of all sizes and of various fields. Automating the office enhances the overall workplace experience, ensuring secure and efficient interactions for both employees and visitors. It takes more time for employees to manually sign in. Also visitors can easily book meetings or get information without anyone’s help using this technology. It helps to reduce administrative workload and staff can focus on more important tasks. To conduct this literature review of papers, we narrowed down the following areas relating AI-driven Smart Office Assistants; face recognition for attendance, Chatbot systems for visitor, integration of Artificial Intelligence in offices. The following databases were used: IEEE Xplore and Google Scholar; keywords included “AI office automation,” “face recognition attendance,” and “chatbot visitor management.”
Plastic paradise: Ibiza’s 1971 ICSID congress
Authors: Estella Iñaki
Published: November 2024

This article discusses the use of plastic at the annual meeting of the International Council of Societies of Industrial Design (ICSID), held in Ibiza in 1971. It focuses on the pneumatic sculptures of Josep Ponsatí and the inflated architecture of José Miguel Prada Poole, whose maquettes are today catalogued in museums as sculptures. The congress took place in the Sant Miquel cove during Franco’s dictatorship and exemplifies how plastic was understood under those specific social and political conditions, and how it was used on an island that embodied traditional Mediterranean culture, albeit dramatically transformed by tourism. The article also reveals the links established between this ICSID gathering and the plastics industry: Aiscondel, the factory that provided the materials for some of the sculptures, used documentary images taken at the festival in aggressive publicity campaigns in subsequent years. In adopting this focus, the article aims to show how the imagery of plastic has evolved in recent decades from the utopian vision prevalent at the time to its current association with a dystopian Anthropocene.
Libuše Niklová between East and West? The use of plastics in sculpture and toy design in 1960s Central and Eastern Europe
Authors: Drobe Christian
Published: November 2024

From the late 1950s, the Czech designer Libuše Niklová created many iconic toys. Her series were initially based on local traditions but increasingly moved away from their predecessors and contemporaries. What started as naturalist figurines would become inventive designs that incorporated articulation and abstraction. Her designs also broadened the scope of toys as educational tools, encouraging more experimentation and imagination. Produced in the 1960s, her inflatable toys series had many things in common with Pop Art. With their bright colours and simple formal language, these objects can be situated in the context of Western contemporary art. In their function, they also allowed for the possibility of modelling and movement in space – sculptural qualities that art historical research rarely attributes to toy design. In this way Niklová’s toys reconfigure the hierarchy between art and design, and draw attention to the exchange of ideas between East and West. This article explores these entanglements and situates Niklová within this overlapping history. In so doing, it draws attention to the contribution of female designers to narratives of design.
The Truncated Circumgalactic Medium of the Large Magellanic Cloud*
Authors: Mishra Sapna , Fox Andrew J. , Krishnarao Dhanesh , Lucchini Scott , D’Onghia Elena , Cashman Frances H. , Barger Kathleen A. , Lehner Nicolas , Tumlinson Jason
Published: November 2024

The Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC) is the nearest massive galaxy to the Milky Way (MW). Its circumgalactic medium (CGM) is complex and multiphase, containing both stripped H i structures like the Magellanic Stream and Bridge and a diffuse warm corona seen in high-ion absorption. We analyze 28 active galactic nucleus sight lines passing within 35 kpc of the LMC with archival Hubble Space Telescope/Cosmic Origins Spectrograph spectra to characterize the cool (T ≈ 104 K) gas in the LMC CGM, via new measurements of UV absorption in six low ions (O i, Fe ii, Si ii, Al ii, S ii, and Ni ii) and one intermediate ion (Si iii). We show that a declining column-density profile is present in all seven ions, with the low-ion profiles having a steeper slope than the high-ion profiles in C iv and Si iv reported by D. Krishnarao et al. Crucially, absorption at the LMC systemic velocity is only detected (in all ions) out to 17 kpc. Beyond this distance, the gas has a lower velocity and is associated with the Magellanic Stream. These results demonstrate that the LMC’s CGM is composed of two distinct components: a compact inner halo extending to 17 kpc and a more extended stripped region associated with the Stream. The compactness and truncation of the LMC’s inner CGM agree with recent simulations of ram-pressure stripping of the LMC by the MW’s extended corona.
JWST/MIRI Detection of [Ne v], [Ne vi], and [O iv] Wind Emission in the O9 V Star 10 Lacertae
Authors: Law David R. , Hawcroft Calum , Smith Linda J. , Fullerton Alexander W. , Evans Christopher J. , Gordon Karl D. , Kumari Nimisha , Leitherer Claus
Published: November 2024

We report the detection of broad, flat-topped emission in the fine-structure lines of [Ne v], [Ne vi], and [O iv] in mid-infrared spectra of the O9 V star 10 Lacertae obtained with James Webb Space Telescope/Mid-Infrared Instrument. Optically thin emission in these high ions traces a hot, low-density component of the wind. The observed line fluxes imply a mass-loss rate of >3 × 10−8
M
⊙ yr−1, which is 1 order of magnitude larger than previous estimates based on UV and optical diagnostics. The presence of this hot component reconciles measured values of the mass-loss rate with theoretical predictions and appears to solve the “weak wind” problem for the particular case of 10 Lac.
Detection of Hidden Emissions in Two Rotating Radio Transients with High Surface Magnetic Fields
Authors: Zhang S. B. , Yang X. , Geng J. J. , Yang Y. P. , Wu X. F.
Published: November 2024

Rotating radio transients (RRATs) are neutron stars emitting sporadic radio pulses. The unique emission of RRATs has been proposed to resemble those of known pulsar types, such as extreme nulling pulsars or pulsars with giant pulses. However, the presence of additional radiation beyond these sporadic pulses remains unclear. Through high-sensitivity observations and extended tracking, we detected the sequential weak emissions in two RRATs with relatively high surface magnetic fields (B
s ∼ 1013 G): J1846-0257 and J1854+0306. These emissions show peak flux densities of 0.15 and 0.41 mJy, up to 687 and 512 times weaker than our detected RRAT single pulses, respectively. The weak emissions contribute small fractions (~16% and 5%) to the total radio pulse energy releases, contrasting significantly with giant-pulse pulsars where normal pulses dominate. Polarization analysis of J1854+0306 suggests that its sporadic RRAT pulses may originate from intermittent enhanced sparking processes due to magnetospheric evolution. Our findings indicate that some RRATs may represent a novel class of pulsars, distinct from any previously known subclass. Further observations of sources with similar rotational properties using high-sensitivity instruments could validate the generality of these hidden emissions.
Tentative Blazar Candidate EP240709A Associated with 4FGL J0031.5−5648: NICER and Archival Multiwavelength Observations
Authors: Ng Mason , Hare Jeremy , Jaisawal Gaurava K. , Malacaria Christian , Markwardt Craig B. , Sanna Andrea
Published: November 2024

We report on follow-up observations of the recently discovered transient by the Einstein Probe, EP240709A, with the Neutron star Interior Composition Explorer. We also incorporated archival multiwavelength survey data from the Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory (X-ray), Gaia (optical), the Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope (gamma-ray), and the Wide-field Infrared Survey Explorer (infrared) to distinguish between blazars and stellar systems. We suggest that EP240709A is likely an active blazar.
Contribution to the tribe Apalochrini (Coleoptera, Melyridae, Malachiinae) of China, with notes on the genus Dicranolaius Champion and Intybia Pascoe
Authors: Sun Jia-Xiao , Liu Zhenhua , Ding Bi , Su Rongxiang , Huang Guanmin , Xue Zhiyong
Published: November 2024

Apalochrini is a tribe of the family Melyridae characterised by the shortened pedicel, with 13 genera recorded in China at present. Dicranolaius Champion and Intybia Pascoe of Apalochrini are distributed in Asia and Southeast Asia, with the former genus extending to Australia, but not being found in China. In a recent expedition in the mangrove forests of Zhangzhou City (Fujian Province), eastern China, specimens of D. mangalicola Asano ＆ Kawashima, 2010 and I. swatowensis (Wittmer, 1956) were collected.

Dicranolaius Champion is recorded from China for the first time and I. swatowensis is newly recorded for Fujian Province. Diagnostic characters of D. mangalicola is provided and I. swatowensis is re-described in details. An updated key to genera of the Chinese Apalochrini, based on male characters, is given.
An additional ✝Archearadinae flat-bug species from Cretaceous Burmese Amber (Hemiptera, Aradidae)
Authors: Cumming Royce T. , Mlynarek Julia J.
Published: November 2024

Currently 19 species of Aradidae (flat bugs) are known from the Cretaceous deposits of Burma (Burmese/Kachin amber). In reviewing unidentified aradid species from this deposit, an unnamed species was located. This aradid includes a unique combination of features from several Cretaceous aradid genera coupled with apomorphic antennae morphology allows easy differentiation from other aradids. Therefore, a new genus and species is herein described as Sauronaradus meganaegen. et. sp. nov. to accommodate these unique features.
Il était une fois… 4 révolutions pour grandir, une psychogénèse de l’Adulte Intégré
Authors: Peschot Joëlle
Published: November 2024

Sans doute avez-vous déjà rencontré une « personne fonctionnant en Adulte dans l’idéal » et savouré cette rencontre, rare et précieuse avec une personne ayant « un attrait et une vivacité personnelle, une élaboration des données objectives et une responsabilité éthique. », bref une personne autonome.Ma visée première est de décrire ces passages obligés qui aboutissent à ce que « dans son adulte, une personne intégrée est charmante et courageuse » et exerce ses trois facultés « d’intimité, de conscience claire, de spontanéité ».La seconde est d’examiner quels sont les processus intégratifs au cours de ces passages, allant de l’individuation de la personne à son appartenance au groupe en tant que membre.Dans une première partie j’évoque le développement de la personne décrit dans la littérature et la construction de sa personnalité selon l’analyse structurale d’Éric Berne, de Shea Schiff, de Carlo Moiso et de Ken Mellor. Ensuite, j’explore un exemple pour chacune des étapes avec les concepts de symbiose, de contamination, de transfert. Je conclus en examinant ces processus qui permettent de devenir une personne intégrée.
Les Éditions Le Martin-Pêcheur , un passeur de la pensée jungienne
Authors: Neuquelman-Denis Fabienne
Published: November 2024

En une dizaine d’années, Le Martin-Pêcheur a pris place dans le paysage éditorial psychanalytique en tant que maison d’édition spécifiquement jungienne. L’article revient sur l’histoire de sa création et fait le point sur la situation actuelle. Par ailleurs, il inscrit le développement de cette maison dans l’histoire du mouvement jungien, à la fois sur le plan collectif et personnel à partir du concept d’individuation. Est aussi abordée la question de la position particulière d’analyste-éditeur.
Chartres, sa cathédrale, son trésor, son millénaire « Le trésor de la cathédrale de Chartres » , exposition permanente, musée des Beaux-Arts ( www.chartres.fr/musee-beaux-arts/ ), 29 cloître Notre-Dame, 28000 Chartres. « Le feu sacré, manuscrits enluminés chartrains du XII e au XIII e siècle » , exposition temporaire, jusqu’au 12 janvier 2025. « Mille ans de sculptures à Chartres » , exposition temporaire, jusqu’au 16 février 2025.
Authors: de Saint Cheron Michaël
Published: November 2024

La ville de Chartres et le Centre des monuments nationaux célèbrent à partir de cet automne, pour une année, le millénaire de la cathédrale de Chartres, première cathédrale de France inscrite au patrimoine mondial de l’Unesco, dont le trésor vient d’être superbement restauré. À l’occasion de cet anniversaire, le musée des Beaux-Arts de la ville présente une série d’expositions exhumant sculptures et manuscrits enluminés.
Le tri des déchets plastiques pour recyclage - Historique et perspectives
Authors: Bourély Antoine
Published: November 2024

Depuis 30 ans, la mise en place des politiques de gestion des déchets en Europe a stimulé le développement du tri optique qui a permis l’industrialisation de la filière. Nous avons été pionniers en France avec les premiers robots de tri en 1994, puis les trieurs optiques à buses. La spectroscopie NIR est la principale technologie de reconnaissance en temps réel des matières, et nos machines trient couramment jusqu’à 10 tonnes à l’heure d’emballages. Le recyclage iso-fonction des plastiques s’est développé en parallèle, mais pour les flux les plus faciles, notamment les bouteilles de boisson transparentes. Dans les années 2010, des ONGs ont alerté sur la pollution plastique, et sur le fait que le but final était loin d’être atteint : les taux de réincorporation de recyclés dans les plastiques mis sur le marché restent inférieurs à 10 %. Les nouveaux enjeux sont de développer des solutions circulaires pour tous les flux plastiques. Pour cela, nous développons de nouvelles technologies apportant des informations autres que la matière : usage alimentaire, type d’encres, etc. Les principales sont l’intelligence artificielle et les marqueurs, qui viennent compléter les informations NIR. On espère ainsi relever le défi de taux de réincorporation de 55 % et plus, autrement dit une vraie économie circulaire.