bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Analysis of Flood Occurrence in Pekanbaru City Using Google Earth Engine
Authors:   Department of Civil Engineering, Universitas Riau, 28293, Indonesia, Irfan Rahmatul , Sutikno Sigit ,   Department of Civil Engineering, Universitas Riau, 28293, Indonesia, Yusa Muhamad ,   Department of Civil Engineering, Universitas Riau, 28293, Indonesia
Published: February 2025

The phenomenon of climate change is associated with various disasters in the community. During the year 2023, the city of Pekanbaru often experienced floods that were scattered at several locations, resulting in both material and non-material losses. To reduce the impact of losses incurred and flood disaster mitigation plans, it is necessary to map floods in Pekanbaru because information related to flood events is difficult to access and is known by the community. In this research, flood mapping uses one of the practical recommendation methods from UN-SPIDER, using Google Earth Engine and SAR-1 sentinel imagery; this method was chosen because it is efficient in both time and data in flood mapping. The results of flood mapping in Pekanbaru during 2021-2023 found that the largest area occurred in 2021, covering 2714 Ha, then in 2023, covering 867 Ha, and in 2022 covering 310 Ha. The threshold value specifically for the Pekanbaru city area is 1.17, known through the threshold value calibration, namely repeated testing by comparing the results of the area obtained. Validation of the results of the distribution model on flood mapping in the city of Pekanbaru used comparative data on flood event records from BWSS III and BPBD Pekanbaru city; the results of flood distribution in Google Earth Engine have the suitability of flood distribution prediction location points with actual flood disaster record points.
Banana Stem Fiber Potential as an Alternative Natural Geosynthetic Material for Soil Reinforcement and Protection
Authors:   Civil Engineering Department, Universitas HKBP Nommensen, 20235, Indonesia, Bartholomeus Bartholomeus , Purba Luki Hariando ,   Civil Engineering Department, Universitas HKBP Nommensen, 20235, Indonesia, Manurung Charles S P ,   Civil Engineering Department, Universitas HKBP Nommensen, 20235, Indonesia, Sihombing Wanto Poller ,   Civil Engineering Department, Universitas HKBP Nommensen, 20235, Indonesia
Published: February 2025

Geosynthetics for soil reinforcement and protection require tensile strength and the ability to absorb water. Based on previous studies, it was found that banana stem fibers have both of these mechanical properties of geosynthetics. However, these two strong mechanical properties are not enough for geosynthetic applications. Several other mechanical properties are needed. Therefore, geosynthetic samples were made using spun and woven banana stem fiber materials in this study. The spun was made with different diameters, namely 5 mm, 7.5 mm, and 10 mm, and woven like a mat for one direction of tensile force. Then, additional tests were carried out in addition to tensile strength and water absorption, such as tear strength, puncture strength, and permeability based on permittivity. From the test results, only the woven fabric with a 5 mm spun diameter meets all requirements except for its permittivity value, where the average tensile strength, average tear strength, and average puncture strength obtained for elongation <50% are 32.0 kN/m, 628.7 N, and 1915.8 N, respectively. At the same time, the average water absorption for all diameter variations is 408.07% to 441.86%. So banana stem fibers, especially those with a 5 mm spun diameter, have the potential as an alternative natural geosynthetic material for soil reinforcement and protection by considering the spun fiber woven pattern to improve the permittivity.
La ruta de la albahaca (Ocimum basilicum): aproximación a una estrategia de diversificación de usos para los excedentes de producción
Authors: Flórez Martínez Diego Hernando , Cárdenas Solano Leidy Johana , Ávila Cárdenas Jacqueline , Montes Nelcy Lorena , Criollo Jenifer , Beltrán Medina José Isidro
Published: February 2025

Los estudios de inteligencia y vigilancia estratégica para la investigación, desarrollo e innovación (I+D+i) analizan tendencias, retos y oportunidades en aspectos científicos, tecnológicos, socioeconómicos y ambientales. Este enfoque fue aplicado en el proyecto sobre el sistema productivo de albahaca (Ocimum basilicum L.) para el Departamento del Tolima, que busca cerrar brechas en manejo agronómico, poscosecha e inocuidad. La albahaca, con usos culinarios, medicinales y en industrias cosmética y farmacéutica, tiene potencial económico mediante la transformación de residuos y subproductos. Esta investigación, basada en metodologías de inteligencia estratégica, comprende seis hitos clave. El primero detalla el diseño metodológico, integrando vigilancia, cienciometría y mapeo de tendencias. El segundo identifica tendencias científicas mediante análisis bibliométricos y cienciométricos. El tercero analiza desarrollos tecnológicos protegidos por patentes en áreas clave como alimentos, cosmética y agroindustria. El cuarto explora dinámicas comerciales globales y locales, y propone rutas de mercado innovadoras. En el quinto, se desarrolla una hoja de ruta para valorizar la albahaca y sus excedentes, alineando iniciativas de I+D+i con objetivos de mercado. Finalmente, el sexto ofrece perspectivas de futuro para la cadena productiva de albahaca desde las tendencias analizadas. Esta publicación aporta herramientas para fortalecer la cadena de valor de la albahaca y fomenta sostenibilidad, innovación y competitividad en el sector agrícola colombiano.
Feasibility of a Comprehensive eCoach to Support Patients Undergoing Colorectal Surgery: Longitudinal Observational Study (Preprint)
Authors: Talen A Daniëlle , Leenen Jobbe P L , van der Sluis Geert , Oldenhuis Hilbrand K E , Klaase Joost M , Patijn Gijsbert A
Published: February 2025

BACKGROUND

The mainstay of colorectal cancer care is surgical resection, which carries a significant risk of complications. Efforts to improve outcomes have recently focused on intensive multimodal prehabilitation programs to better prepare patients for surgery, which make the perioperative process even more complex and demanding for patients. Digital applications (eCoaches) seem promising tools to guide patients during their care journey. We developed a comprehensive eCoach to support, guide, and monitor patients undergoing elective colorectal surgery through the perioperative phase of the care pathway.

OBJECTIVE

The primary aim of this study was to determine its feasibility, in terms of recruitment rate, retention rate, and compliance. Also, usability and patient experience were examined.

METHODS

A single-center cohort study was conducted from April to September 2023 in a tertiary teaching hospital in the Netherlands. All elective colorectal surgery patients were offered an eCoach that provided preoperative coaching of the prehabilitation protocol, guidance by giving timely information, and remote monitoring of postoperative recovery and complications. Recruitment and retention rate, as well as compliance for each part of the care pathway, were determined. Secondary, patient-reported usability measured by the Usefulness, Satisfaction, and Ease of Use questionnaire and patient experiences were reported.

RESULTS

The recruitment rate for the eCoach was 74% (49/66). Main reasons for exclusion were digital illiteracy (n=10), not owning a smartphone (n=3), and the expected burden of use being too high (n=2). The retention rate was 80% (37/46). Median preoperative compliance with required actions in the app was 92% (IQR 87-95), and postoperative compliance was 100% (IQR 100-100). Patient-reported usability was good and patient experiences were mostly positive, although several suggestions for improvement were reported.

CONCLUSIONS

Our results demonstrate the feasibility of a comprehensive eCoach for guiding and monitoring patients undergoing colorectal surgery encompassing the entire perioperative pathway, including prehabilitation and postdischarge monitoring. Compliance was excellent for all phases of the care pathway and recruitment and retention rates were comparable with rates reported in the literature. The study findings provide valuable insights for the further development of the eCoach and highlight the potential of digital health applications in perioperative support.
Exploring the Role of App Features in Providing Continuity of Care to Users on a Digital Mental Health Platform (Wysa): A Retrospective Study of Real World Evidence (Preprint)
Authors: Sinha Chaitali , Meheli Saha , Dinesh Dyuthi , Thakkar Riddhi
Published: February 2025

BACKGROUND

Despite digital mental health services growing at a rapid pace to address global mental health needs, there exist challenges of low engagement and attrition. Ensuring continuity of care in the digital context can positively impact mental health care delivery and adherence to treatment, thus establishing digital mental health interventions (DMHIs) as a viable option for mental health support.

OBJECTIVE

This study aimed to examine the impact of adjunct app features of the mental health app Wysa, and their ability to promote engagement and adherence with the text-based coaching sessions.

METHODS

This retrospective mixed-methods observational study was based on real-world app data from users (n=1210) who subscribed to text-based sessions with mental health coaches (MHCs) between 1st February and 31st July 2022. Their engagement with the adjunct app features, such as brief interventions with the conversational agent (CA), self-management tools, and journaling was analyzed quantitatively using descriptive and inferential statistics. Acceptability of the app features was also assessed using qualitative feedback data.

RESULTS

Findings demonstrated high usage of the adjunct app features which allowed communication with the MHCs in between sessions. The thematic analysis captures user experiences of helpfulness within the application and with the MHCs. Mann-Whitney test indicated that users who accessed one or more features completed significantly more sessions compared to users who did not use any feature (W=154085.0, P<.001, rB=0.73) with a large effect size. Odds ratio analysis indicated that users were almost thrice as likely to complete sessions after using the adjunct app features (OR=2.98, 95% CI [2.63, 3.37], P<.001).

CONCLUSIONS

The inclusion of adjunct app features enhances continuity in care delivery between sessions, and boosts engagement and adherence to digital mental health interventions. Further efforts are needed to improve care continuity and expand the applicability of DMHIs to meet global mental health demands.
Bill C53: An Ill-Advised Adventure of State Interference in the Constitutional Evolution of the State-Aboriginal Relationship
Authors: Chartrand Paul
Published: February 2025

This brief commentary identifies some of the many open questions surrounding Bill C53, a bill that would provide a legal basis for the federal government to enter into treaties with Metis governments in the provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Ontario. It ultimately argues that this proposed bill is a premature and unwarranted intrusion into the constitutional evolution of the state-Aboriginal relationship.
JEAN-JACQUES ROUSSEAU CHEZ LES YOUGOSLAVES AUX XIXe ET XXe SIÈCLES
Authors: Vučelj Nermin
Published: February 2025

Cet article se propose d’analyser la réception universitaire, critique et éditoriale de l’œuvre de Jean-Jacques Rousseau chez les Yougoslaves aux XIXe et XXe siècles. Comme le rassemblement des Slaves du Sud occupant le sud-ouest des Balkans fut d’abord un projet philologique et culturel, se précisant tout au long du XIXe siècle, connu sous le nom de « Mouvement illyrien », et que le terme « yougoslave » fut entré dans l’usage au XIXe siècle, bien avant la formation du Royaume des Serbes, Croates et Slovènes (1918), rebaptisé Royaume de Yougoslavie (1929), pour cette raison le présent article englobe les deux siècles de la réception yougoslave de Rousseau : de la première traduction datant de 1812 et le premier essai critique qui avait paru en 1884, jusqu’au bicentenaire de la mort de l’auteur français, célébré dans le numéro spécial de la revue la Pensée politique (Zagreb, 1979) et l’ouvrage monographique sur Rousseau chez les Serbes (Belgrade, 1990). La présente recherche offre ainsi un aperçu des traductions yougoslaves des œuvres de Rousseau et l’analyse des textes critiques, des ouvrages et des articles universitaires relatifs à la pensée de ce penseur controversé des Lumières françaises.
LA COMPETENCE PLURICULTURELLE EN FLE AU NIVEAU UNIVERSITAIRE. EXEMPLE DE PERCEPTION DES FÊTES ÉTRANGÈRES PAR DES ÉTUDIANTS DE PHILOLOGIE FRANÇAISE
Authors: Grabowska Monika , Ucherek Witold
Published: February 2025

L’article se focalise sur les fêtes de différentes origines nationales, telles qu’elles sont conceptualisées par les apprenants de langues au niveau universitaire en Pologne. L’objectif de l’analyse est d’examiner l’origine et le rôle des savoirs liés aux fêtes étrangères dans la formation de la compétence pluriculturelle des apprenants plurilingues. La perspective méthodologique est émique et qualitative. Nous procédons à l’analyse d’une enquête auprès des étudiants de philologie française, en tirant des conclusions sur l’articulation entre l’apprentissage formel (scolaire/universitaire) et informel/non formel (extrascolaire/extra-universitaire) pour cet élément de la compétence pluriculturelle, notamment dans le cadre de la culture francophone. La conclusion insiste sur le besoin de la formation pluriculturelle dans l’enseignement du FLE.
PHÉNOMÈNES DE FRAMING DANS LE DISCOURS ENVIRONNEMENTAL DES ENTREPRISES
Authors: Dalodière Romuald
Published: February 2025

La communication des entreprises sur leur site Internet est une occasion idéale de se « mettre en scène ». Les organisations sont ainsi libres de présenter l’information à leur avantage, et, ce faisant, de tenter de diriger l’interprétation de leur public selon un procédé de framing. Sur la base de deux de ces formes de framing issues de la typologie de MacLachlan et Reid (1994), nous démontrons l’existence, dans deux corpus distincts, d’une corrélation statistique significative entre organisation spécifique de l’information dans le déroulé de la phrase, et recours aux figements thématiques du discours environnemental.
LE SENTIMENT NATIONAL VU L’INTERCULTURALITÉ DANS L’ENSEIGNEMENT DU FLE : PRÉSENCE DE LA CULTURE DE DÉPART DANS LES MANUELS DESTINÉS AUX COLLÉGIENS SERBES
Authors: Stikić Biljana
Published: February 2025

Vu une approche interculturelle, l’article aborde la présence des éléments de la culture d’origine dans les livres de l’élève qui sont utilisés dans l’enseignement du FLE aux collèges de Serbie. Il s’agit de cinq méthodes de français : Le monde de Léa et Lucas, Images de France, Nouveau Pixel, Et toi ? et Club @dos. D’après leur analyse profonde, qui a pris en considération les contenus encadrés de la structure des livres de l’élève, on peut constater que la majorité des auteurs a élaboré la problématique d’une façon assez faible, en particulier les niveaux de thématique de l’unité, des textes de base et des exercices et activités. Les parties consacrées à la civilisation francophone et aux projets montrent pourtant un certain développement, et cela du point de vue comparatif ; on y pose des questions et exige la réalisation de petites tâches relatives à la tradition de la culture serbe telles que gastronomie, coutumes, histoire, géographie et sciences. La cause des résultats assez bas repose peut-être sur le fait que la plupart des méthodes sont originairement françaises, sans un public tout à fait précis, et qui n’ont pas été adaptées ni mises en contexte local. Pour soutenir la conduite des enseignants et unifier leurs démarches, on propose l’introduction de (petites) rubriques interculturelles régulières qui promouvraient davantage l’aspect comparatif de la culture d’origine.
QUAND L’EAU ET LE FEU SE METTENT AU SERVICE DE L’ART : DÉLUGE D’HENRY BAUCHAU
Authors: Vercruysse Jean-Marc
Published: February 2025

Poète, dramaturge et romancier belge francophone, Henry Bauchau publie en 2010 un récit intense et délicat dont le titre, Déluge, renvoie à la création d’une toile monumentale représentant la catastrophe divine par un peintre marginal. Tous les personnages de l’intrigue vont évoluer au gré de la réalisation de cette œuvre fédérative et salvatrice.L’intertextualité biblique (mais aussi mythologique) est mise au service d’une réflexion sur l’art et du cheminement intérieur des protagonistes. Le déluge ne fait plus référence à un phénomène naturel mais à une introspection profonde. La narration développe un itinéraire subtil de la perception d’une rencontre improbable à l’émotion artistique et l’action créative. Florian, le peintre pyromane qui brûle habituellement ses dessins et ses tableaux, parviendra-t-il, cette fois-ci, à préserver sa dernière œuvre, diluvienne comme son sujet et fourmillante de couleurs, dans laquelle l’eau et le feu présentent la même ambivalence ?Œuvre de la maturité (parue quelques mois avant la disparition de son auteur) et écrite dans une langue sobre et élégante, Déluge d’Henry Bauchau témoigne de la dimension cathartique qu’offre la création à plusieurs mains et embarque son lecteur dans une arche à la silhouette très contemporaine.
PROMOTION DU FRANÇAIS LANGUE ÉTRANGÈRE AUX ÉCOLES PRIMAIRES EN SERBIE : ENJEUX, DÉFIS ET PERSPECTIVES DU PROJET FLEURS
Authors: Manić Matić Vanja , Radusin-Bardić Nataša
Published: February 2025

Cet article a pour objectif de présenter le projet FLEURS (Français Langue Étrangère au niveau préUniversitaiRe en Serbie, 2022–2024), initié par le Département d’études romanes de la Faculté de Philosophie et Lettres de l’Université de Novi Sad et soutenu par l’Agence Universitaire de la Francophonie – Europe Centrale et Orientale (AUF-ECO) ainsi que par l’Institut français de Serbie (IFS). Ce projet visait à faciliter l’insertion professionnelle des jeunes diplômés en langue et littérature françaises de la Faculté de Philosophie et Lettres de l’Université de Novi Sad dans le secteur préuniversitaire, tout en promouvant l’enseignement/apprentissage du français langue étrangère dans les écoles primaires serbes où cette langue n’était pas encore officiellement proposée.Dans le cadre de ce projet, au cours des années scolaires 2022/23 et 2023/24, environ 60 élèves de 3e et 4e classe (9–11 ans) de deux écoles primaires de Novi Sad ont bénéficié de cours facultatifs gratuits de français, dispensés par trois stagiaires sous supervision universitaire. Cet article présente un premier bilan du projet et explore le principal défi rencontré : comment assurer la continuité pédagogique des cours de français avec la même génération d’élèves après la fin du projet.
LA TRADUCTION ENTRE PERCEPTION ET ACTION - RÉFLEXIONS ET ENJEUX POUR LE TRADUCTEUR DU FRANÇAIS VERS LE MACÉDONIEN-
Authors: Babamova Irina
Published: February 2025

Dans cet article, nous explorons les défis liés à la traduction du vocabulaire des sensations, en particulier de celui des sons, des bruits et des couleurs. Les sensations engendrent des perceptions qui, en tant qu’opérations complexes mentales, nous permettent d'organiser les données sensorielles, de former une représentation des phénomènes extérieurs et de comprendre le monde réel. En traduction, la perception du traducteur est conditionnée par celle de l'auteur. Elle se présente plutôt de façon virtuelle, car il s'agit de percevoir à travers les mots du texte qu’il faudra traduire en saisissant la perception de l'auteur.Qu'il s'agisse de la perception visuelle, auditive ou autre, la perception de l’auteur se manifeste à travers un vocabulaire spécifique. La compréhension du message repose sur la capacité du traducteur à « voir les couleurs et les images » ou à « entendre les sons » présents dans le texte source, à interpréter correctement le sens du lexique lié à différentes sensations et à les relier à ses connaissances et à sa compréhension du monde.En nous basant principalement sur un corpus d’exemples tirés de dictionnaires et de textes littéraires, nous tentons d'illustrer les défis inhérents à la traduction des éléments sensoriels tels que les sons, les bruits et les couleurs. Les langues observées sont le français et le macédonien.
URBAN-RURAL DIFFERENCES IN GROSS MOTOR COORDINATION AMONG 8-YEAR-OLD CHILDREN
Authors: Stojiljković Nenad , Trajković Nebojša , Ignjatović Miloš
Published: February 2025

The aim of this study is to examine the differences in gross motor coordination between primary schoolchildren living in urban and rural areas. The study sample consisted of 120 healthy 8-year old children, equally divided into two groups based on their area of residence: 60 urban children (22 girls) and 60 rural children (20 girls). The urban group comprised children from schools in the city, while the rural group included children from schools in nearby villages. The results indicate no significant differences between urban and rural children in all tested motor coordination tasks and total motor coordination (p > 0.05). Although urban children showed slightly better results, these findings suggest that the geographical environment, while a contributing factor, may not be the sole determinant of children's motor coordination abilities. Further studies with larger and more diverse samples, as well as a deeper exploration of environmental and socio-cultural factors, are necessary to draw more definitive conclusions.
IMPROVING THE ABILITY OF VOCAL INTERPRETATION OF CHILDREN'S SONGS AMONG STUDENTS PRESCHOOL TEACHERS WITHIN PROJECT ACTIVITIES
Authors: Savić Marija , Stošić Nenad
Published: February 2025

Music education plays a pivotal role in shaping a child's personality. Educators with comprehensive musical knowledge are crucial. Vocal and instrumental instruction, including music theory, solfeggio, and piano training, is highly valuable. Specific songs and exercises effectively teach music theory concepts to future educators, showcasing a practical and comprehensive approach. Mastering vocal and instrumental interpretation techniques enables the seamless integration of musical elements into educational activities, enriching new knowledge and experiences. Music fosters better integration among activities and forms a cohesive whole within thematic projects.
A DIVE INTO THE MUDDY WATERS OF PREDATORY PUBLISHING REVEALS THAT ALL IS POSSIBLE, BUT NORMALITY: A LANGUAGE PERSPECTIVE
Authors: Petrisor Alexandru-Ionut
Published: February 2025

Predatory publishers represent a menace for the scientific community. However, a less explored side relates to their linguistic impact, due to the fact that poor English is among their distinctive features. In order to provide more evidence helping scholars to identify the potential predatory publishers, this study analyzes some 300 calls for papers from predatory publishers, selected from among those over 1,400 received over the latest 9 months, focusing on distinctive English flaws. The results indicate that the common features include the use of boosting language without any discernment, an unusual use of names, aggressive requests for an answer, avoidance of using the term “call for papers” and its replacement, other less frequent issues, and numerous English flaws. Such features may be used as criteria for avoiding to become a pray of predatory publishers.
ENHANCING WRITING SKILLS OF ESP LEARNERS THROUGH BLOGGING: INSIGHTS FROM ENGINEERING STUDENTS
Authors: Shinde Sunanda M. , Shinde Mahesh B.
Published: February 2025

The study explores students' perspectives on utilizing blogs as a supplementary tool for language learning activities within the classroom. Blogs serve as an easily accessible platform for students to sequentially publish their work, enabling online interactions and promoting independent learning, thus enhancing writing skills. The research assesses the integration of blogging into a Professional Communication/Business Communication course involving 250 first-year engineering students across two prestigious autonomous engineering institutes in Western Maharashtra. Participants were tasked with selecting topics of their choice and composing blogs during practical sessions. Analysis of collected data suggests that while students encountered difficulties, they generally held a positive outlook on the incorporation of blogs into their English learning journey.
HIGHER EDUCATION AND THE REPRODUCTION OF THE WORLD SYSTEM
Authors: Korolija Aleksandar
Published: February 2025

The paper discusses the role of higher education in the reproduction of society. In the context of the world system, an attempt is made to shift the focus of reproduction from individual social formations to the world system as a whole. While Marxist and functionalist theories, which are used as a theoretical framework in this paper, were primarily focused on the reproduction of class societies at the level of social formations, this paper considers reproduction at the level of the world system. Analogous to internal class selection, it is claimed that nation-states are drawn into the reproduction of the world system so that peripheral countries train a part of their personnel for free for the countries of the core. This reproduction, which is based on unequal relations in the wider world economy, explains the phenomenon of ‘brain drain.’ In accordance with that, the possibility of political interventions within the individual states of the (semi)periphery, which would significantly disrupt the current systemic processes of reproduction, is viewed as pessimistically inadequate.
EXAMINING THE ATTITUDES AND BEHAVIORAL INTENTIONS OF PEERS TOWARD CHILDREN WITH AUTISM
Authors: Tamaš Daniela , Matić Grdinić Ivana , Bojić Slađana
Published: February 2025

The development and education of children with autism are influenced by numerous factors, and all participants in the educational process are of great importance. The attitudes and beliefs of peers towards children with autism have an impact on the success of inclusive education, specifically on achieving the maximum potential of the child with autism involved in that process. In line with this, this research aimed to determine the attitudes and behavioral intentions of typically developing children towards children with autism, and to determine which variables influence the acceptance of children with autism by their peers. The Shared Activities Questionnaire (SAQ, Morgan, Walker, Bieberich, Bell, 1996) was used in the research. The study included 206 students of both genders, attending primary schools in grades five to eight. The results of the research indicate the existence of a slightly positive attitude of typically developing children toward children with autism. Other results indicate more positive attitudes within the Academic domain, and more positive attitudes among girls, as well as among students who had no prior experience with children with autism. Based on the results, it can be concluded that there is still a need to implement educational and preventive programs aimed at destigmatising children with autism and promoting their acceptance, both in the school environment and other social contexts.
THE MEDIATING ROLE OF A SIBLING IN IDENTITY DEVELOPMENT: CONTEMPORARY PSYCHOANALYTIC PERSPECTIVE
Authors: Vuletić Joksimović Teodora
Published: February 2025

The main aim of this paper was to open the space for discussing siblings’ mutual effects on their identity development, fostering a specific contemporary psychoanalytic perspective – Lacan’s identity topology. By exploring the mother’s and the father’s ‘phallic functions’ in the subject’s identity development, I tripped over the same stone as classical psychoanalytic theory, which nudged me to challenge the sole relevance of the parental roles and pose a question of what the sibling-function in the process of developing identity would be. I adapted Lacan’s R-schema to honour these delicate family relationships and understand their underlying structure. Lacan emphasised the importance of siblings through the intrusion complex in his earliest work but ceased to deal with this topic afterward. However, he tended to preserve the foundations he had laid with the mirror stage and Oedipus complex – concepts based on identification. Therefore, in this work I tried to look at the co-constructing relationship between siblings in the context of the (de)identification phenomenon while taking into account Lacan’s latter works.
Smart Product Recommendations for E-Commerce
Authors: Raviteja Yagnavajhala V S S S
Published: February 2025

Over the past decade, internet usage has grown rapidly, creating opportunities for various online businesses to expand.
One of the most significant areas of growth is e-commerce. As more people shop online, recommendation systems have become
essential. These systems personalize the user experience, help customers find products quickly, and boost sales for businesses.
However, building an effective recommendation system comes with challenges, especially when handling large amounts of data.
A recommendation system suggests products to users based on their interests. It identifies the right items by analyzing past
purchases, browsing history, and product details. Many recommendation systems generate long lists of suggested items, ranking
them based on predicted user preferences. Recommendations can be based on factors like price, location, wish-listed items, cart
history, search history, and past purchases. A well-designed recommendation system improves customer satisfaction, increases
sales, and enhances user engagement. This research will develop to create a recommendation system for both new and existing
users. It will use Neighborhood-Based Collaborative Filtering to suggest products based on user ratings and past purchases.
Additionally, the system will remove duplicate ratings to provide more accurate and relevant recommendations based on user
interests.
Bidirectional Electric Vehicle Charing using Integrated Renewable Energy Powered Grid for Energy Management
Authors: Naveen Dharavath
Published: February 2025

An approach for grid-connected bidirectional charging stations (BCS) that use both solar and wind power is
presented in this study. To meet the increasing demand for energy systems, the system dynamically adapts its operations to
maximize energy use and interaction with the grid. Even when an EV isn't plugged in, the grid can still charge the storage
battery with the excess power from wind turbines and solar panels. When an electric vehicle is in the area, the BDDC
converter prioritizes charging the battery with energy from renewable sources like solar panels and wind turbines. Extra power
is taken from the grid if the total output of these sources is inadequate. In addition, in V2G scenarios, all the electricity that is
generated by solar panels, wind turbines, storage batteries, and electric vehicle batteries can be fed back into the grid. This
improves grid stability and makes better use of renewable energy sources. Electric vehicle (EV) batteries can be charged
straight from the grid (G2V) even when renewable energy sources like wind and sunlight aren't available. By utilizing the
MATLAB Simulink software, the suggested approach has been validated.
Parental Challenges and Strategies for Implementing Life Skills Education in Visually Impaired Children: A Comprehensive Analysis
Authors: Gupta Ashish Kumar
Published: February 2025

Life skills education is vital for the holistic development of visually impaired children, enabling them to achieve selfsufficiency and integrate into mainstream society. However, parents often face multifaceted challenges in effectively
implementing life skills education at home. This study explores these challenges and identifies practical strategies to support
parents in fostering their children’s independence. Key issues include limited access to specialized resources, a lack of parental
training, societal misconceptions, emotional stress, and financial constraints. Parents frequently struggle to balance their
protective instincts with promoting autonomy. Socio-cultural barriers and inadequate institutional support further complicate
the process. This research, based on a thematic analysis of 25 empirical studies and conceptual frameworks, emphasizes the need
for policy-level interventions, parental training programs, and community-based support systems. It highlights strategies such as
empowering parents through skill development, enhancing collaboration with educators and specialists, promoting adaptive
techniques, and leveraging assistive technologies. Implementing a robust, resource-equipped framework can significantly
enhance the quality of life for visually impaired children, fostering their independence and reducing parental concerns.
Ultimately, a comprehensive, supportive approach is crucial for equipping parents with the tools needed to successfully
implement life skills education, ensuring the long-term well-being and social inclusion of visually impaired children
Gesture Language Translator
Authors: Bhatt Miss. Krishna
Published: February 2025

The "Sign-Wave" project will let people who can see and hear their environment communicate and comprehend one
another. People with hearing impairments still have restricted access to digital platforms, despite the fact that sign language is
their primary means of communication. By offering real-time language identification and translation, the project seeks to
improve computer vision and machine learning for the deaf and blind communities. We aim to close the gap between sign
language users and non-signers and enable smooth communication in a variety of settings by creating reliable algorithms that
can precisely identify and interpret sign language motions. The project's concept is to capture sign language using video input
and then analyze it using a variety of computer techniques.
Aproximaciones conceptuales a la escuela y la diversidad
Authors: Villota Pantoja Omar Armando
Published: February 2025

Aproximaciones conceptuales a la escuela y la diversidad es uno de los resultados del proceso investigador que tiene como propósito comprender las prácticas pedagógicas desde la perspectiva de la diversidad de los estudiantes de pregrado de la Faculta de Educación de la Universidad de Nariño y presenta reflexiones epistemológicas en la relación que tiene la escuela y la diversidad de las poblaciones a quien atiende en los niveles educativos de básica y media. Se realiza un proceso de revisión documental en torno a las diversidades que habitan las microestructuras sociales que hacen presencia en las aulas de clase y que, necesariamente, se deben reconocer como tal. Resulta importante que profesores, estudiantes, directivos y padres de familia reconozcan en la diversidad una oportunidad para potencializar las capacidades de los seres humanos que hacen parte del sistema educativo en nuestro país y así lograr realmente legitimar el concepto de inclusión.
Aprendizaje de la electricidad y el magnetismo en contexto rural mediante el ABP
Authors: Cortes Jaramillo Francisco Javier
Published: February 2025

Este artículo se basa en la investigación realizada en el trabajo de maestría denominado “Aprendizaje de la electricidad y el magnetismo mediante la aplicación del aprendizaje basado en proyectos”. La investigación plantea una estrategia didáctica basada en proyectos para enseñar física a los estudiantes de grados décimo y once en la Institución Educativa Agropecuaria La Floresta, en el municipio de Sapuyes; para ello se realizó un análisis exhaustivo de documentos oficiales e institucionales, observaciones directas y encuestas a estudiantes y docentes en donde se evidenció que la institución carece de un plan de área de ciencias naturales que unifique las asignaturas y guíe la enseñanza de la física desde la transversalidad con el área técnica. Del mismo modo, se encontró que en las mallas curriculares existentes no se abordan los conceptos de eventos electromagnéticos en las asignaturas de biología y física. Por consiguiente, este estudio diseñó guías de apoyo fundamentadas en el aprendizaje basado en proyectos las cuales permiten al estudiante y al docente encontrar solución a un problema de su entorno, en virtud del aprendizaje significativo de los conceptos de electricidad y magnetismo estipulados en los estándares básicos de aprendizaje, y como respuesta a las exigencias del modelo pedagógico constructivista planteado en la institución.
Transformando la educación en Colombia: estrategias didácticas, stem y habilidades del siglo XXI
Authors: Rámirez Figueroa Luis Alberto
Published: February 2025

En el contexto educativo actual, es imperativo evolucionar más allá de la mera transmisión de información y adaptarse a las demandas del siglo XXI. En este sentido, el enfoque educativo STEM (Ciencia, Tecnología, Ingeniería y Matemáticas) ha demostrado ser fundamental para equipar a los estudiantes con habilidades esenciales para la vida.
Este artículo presenta un análisis cualitativo de las estrategias didácticas implementadas por los docentes en el programa RUTA STEM en Instituciones Educativas de Colombia, poniendo de manifiesto la transformación educativa que están experimentando.
Además, se explora la necesidad de adecuar los ambientes de aprendizaje a las características y demandas de los estudiantes, subrayando así la relevancia de un enfoque centrado en el estudiante. De igual manera, se examina cómo la integración efectiva de tecnologías educativas, respaldada por proyectos educativos presentados en la estrategia de transmisión del conocimiento dispuesta por la RUTA STEM (Torneo STEM), puede potenciar la educación STEM y, por ende, la formación de individuos competentes en habilidades críticas para enfrentar un mundo cada vez más complejo.
Estrategias didácticas para el desarrollo de la comunicación verbal en inglés en los estudiantes de grado tercero del instituto champagnat de Pasto
Authors: Narváez Cerón Jenny Patricia
Published: February 2025

Ser competente en el siglo XXI exige una educación de calidad que prepare a niños y jóvenes como ciudadanos globales capaces de responder a los desafíos de la vida en diferentes ámbitos. 
El Instituto Champagnat de Pasto, consciente de la necesidad del aprendizaje del inglés, en consonancia con las indicaciones del Ministerio de Educación Nacional, ha iniciado un camino hacia un colegio bilingüe.
El aprendizaje de un idioma se basa en la comunicación oral, entonces es importante recrear situaciones comunicativas donde los estudiantes escuchen y hablen en inglés para propiciar un entorno auténtico y significativo.  Para maximizar el tiempo de clase en actividades conversacionales, la presente investigación orientada por los lineamientos del paradigma mixto y la investigación acción participativa, realizada con estudiantes de grado tercero, no solamente  propone la selección y uso de estrategias de enseñanza eficientes que  contribuyan al desarrollo de habilidades comunicativas, según su nivel y edad, de manera gradual, sino también  diseñar e implementar actividades y materiales educativos que fomenten su desarrollo según las necesidades y características de los estudiantes y posteriormente, evaluar su efectividad. En el diagnóstico se empleó el examen internacional Starters y para el proceso de recolección de información, se utilizó  videos, grabaciones, fotos y entrevistas.
 ¿Cuáles son las estrategias didácticas que potencian el desarrollo de habilidades de comunicación verbal en inglés?  Son estrategias relacionadas con diálogos, videos, elaboración, uso y presentación de minibooks sobre diferentes situaciones comunicativas, festival de la canción, oración de la mañana y actividades para el cuidado del planeta, como campañas del agua, mensajes de protesta, capacitaciones y exposiciones en el colegio y en un congreso sobre reducir, reusar, reciclar y la clasificación de basuras,  potenciando  la interdisciplinariedad en la enseñanza del inglés, dinamizando el trabajo de aprendizaje basado en proyectos “EcoMaristas, protectores de nuestra casa común”.
Contaminação por microplásticos, nanoplásticos, e seus riscos associados à saúde humana
Authors: De Carvalho Andrezza Pinheiro , De Lima Giovanna Lopes , Nobre Fernanda Sousa Campos , Bachur Tatiana Paschoalette Rodrigues
Published: February 2025

O plástico é um polímero muito difundido globalmente, dado as suas características, como alta resistência e durabilidade, e, uma vez no meio ambiente e sob condições favoráveis de luz solar e calor, é capaz de se degradar em partículas menores, adsorvendo outros compostos. Esses fragmentos são classificados de acordo com o seu tamanho, sendo considerados microplásticos ou nanoplásticos, e podem ser encontrados nos mais diversos ecossistemas, inclusive dispersos no ar. Em face à sua durabilidade significativa, foram despertados anseios em relação aos potenciais riscos à saúde humana associados a essas partículas, visto que elas foram encontradas, em investigações, em tecidos e excretas humanas. O presente estudo, realizado por meio de pesquisa bibliográfica nas bases de dados EMBASE, LILACS, MEDLINE e SCOPUS, objetiva discutir e compreender a toxicidade, os riscos à saúde humana e os efeitos sistêmicos associados à contaminação pelos fragmentos plásticos em questão. Esses efeitos estão relacionados, sobretudo, a desordens metabólicas, à citotoxicidade, ao estresse oxidativo e à inflamação induzida pelo acúmulo dessas substâncias em tecidos humanos, ocasionando eventos teratogênicos, cancerígenos, pró-coagulativos e pró-fibróticos. Além disso, essas substâncias também podem suscitar desordens imunes, endócrinas e germinativas, levando ao comprometimento da fertilidade humana, o que requer maior apelo global frente à ameaça representada por esses materiais.
Gender Biases Represented in Malaysian and Thai National Language Textbooks for Primary Schools
Authors: Mekhirunsiri Pitchayada , Sathian Mala Rajo
Published: February 2025

This paper examines gender representations in language textbooks in Malaysia (Buku Teks Bahasa Melayu) and Thailand (Bhasapatee Chan Prathom Suksa) used at the primary school level, years 1–6. Despite their declared aims of teaching language skills, moral values and critical thinking, both textbooks embed gender biases shaped by their respective social and cultural contexts. We compared these textbooks qualitatively using discursive analytical techniques, and quantitatively by counting and categorizing the number of occurrences of biases. The comparison revealed both similarities and differences in how gender roles and stereotypes are presented. We found multiple instances supporting our assertion that both textbooks are gender-biased in many ways.
Análisis del Comercio Binacional entre Colombia y Venezuela con miras al Crecimiento Económico Fronterizo de los años del 2019 al 2023
Authors: Macias Foliaco Rosanna Patricia , Bermúdez Galvis Luis Felipe , Correa Ramírez Cristian Leonardo
Published: February 2025

El artículo explora las diversas oportunidades que pueden tener los países de Colombia y Venezuela, ambos países han tenido desafíos tanto políticas como económicas en los cuales han tenido que buscar nuevas oportunidades con los países exteriores que les han brindado una ayuda cuando se dio el cierre de los tratados de ambos países. Sin embargo, el intercambio de productos comerciales sigue siendo significativo, las restricciones comerciales y los controles fronterizos han afectado a la fluidez del comercio bilateral de los países vecinos, llegando hasta el punto de contrabandear sus productos de un país al otro. Mencionado esto, se busca diferentes formas que impulsen el comercio bilateral de la frontera colombo venezolana y con ello reactivar nuevamente la economía; y la manera de mejorar las condiciones comerciales, reducir las barreras arancelarias y promover nuevamente la cooperación bilateral en las áreas de seguridad e infraestructura en la zona de frontera.
El dilema del huevo y la gallina
Authors: Crespo Carrillo Carlos Alberto
Published: February 2025

Haciendo uso de la analogía del dilema del huevo y la gallina, así como de la liberación de humanos esclavizados, la segregación y el apartheid, y recurriendo a definiciones de la corriente principialista de la bioética, la ética ciudadana y la bioética animal, se busca responder a la pregunta sobre qué es posible lograr primero, sin generar valoraciones de orden de importancia: la Liberación animal o el Antiespecismo. Para ello, se plantea un desarrollo teórico y conceptual que derive en una propuesta de ruta de ordenamiento categorial, orientada a validar la hipótesis de trabajo, la cual se espera constituya un aporte programático y estratégico para el movimiento profesional que lucha por la consideración moral y el reconocimiento de los intereses y derechos de los animales.
Development and Validation of the Patient-Level Chinese Diabetes Outcome Model on Long-term Complications in Type 2 Diabetes: An Application of the Hong Kong Diabetes Register
Authors: Lau Eric S.H. , Luk Andrea O.Y. , Lim Lee-Ling , Wu Hongjiang , Yang Aimin , Kong Alice P.S. , Ma Ronald C.W. , Ozaki Risa , Chow Elaine Y.K. , Tsang Chiu-Chi , O Chun-Kwun , Fu Amy , Gregg Edward W. , Clarke Philip , So Wing-Yee , Lui Juliana N.M. , Chan Juliana C.N.
Published: February 2025

OBJECTIVE

Patient-level simulation models, mainly developed in Western populations, capture complex interactions between risk factors and complications to predict the long-term effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of novel treatments and identify high-risk subgroups for personalized care. However, incidence of outcomes varies significantly by ethnicity and region. We used high-quality, patient-level register data to develop the Chinese Diabetes Outcomes Model (CDOM) for predicting incident and recurrent events in type 2 diabetes (T2D).

RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS

The CDOM was developed using the prospective Hong Kong Diabetes Register (HKDR) cohort (n = 21,453; median follow-up duration, 7.9 years; 166,433 patient-years). It was externally validated with a retrospective territory-wide cohort of Chinese patients with T2D attending Hong Kong publicly funded diabetes centers and community clinics (n = 176,120; follow-up duration, 7.2 years; 953,523 patient-years).

RESULTS

The CDOM predicted first and recurrent events with satisfactory performance during internal (C-statistic = 0.740–0.941) and external (C-statistic = 0.758–0.932) validation after calibration. The respective C-statistic values for cancer were 0.664 and 0.661. Subgroup analysis showed consistent performance during internal (C-statistic = 0.632–0.953) and external (C-statistic = 0.598–0.953) validation after calibration.

CONCLUSIONS

The CDOM, developed using comprehensive register data with long-term follow-up, is a robust tool for predicting long-term outcomes in Chinese patients with T2D. The model enables the identification of patient subgroups to augment study design and develop tailored novel treatment strategies, inform policy, and guide practice to improve cost-effectiveness of diabetes care.
Hidegháborús bunkerek : 1. rész
Authors: Kizmus Szabolcs
Published: February 2025

Az emberek már ősidők óta biztonságosnak vélt menedékekbe húzódnak a vadállatok, a természet ereje és leginkább az ellenség elől. A történelem kezdetén ezek természetes barlangok, sziklahasadékok voltak, de az elmúlt évezredek során, ahogy az emberiségmeghódította a Földet, egyre robusztusabb védőszerkezeteket alakítottak ki, azzal a céllal, hogy a túlélésüket biztosítsák. Az egyre korszerűbb és pusztítóbb fegyverek megjelenése folyamatosan új kihívások elé állította a katonai és polgári életvédelmi létesítményeket tervező mérnököket, építészeket. Ezek a különleges és titokzatos építmények a hidegháború évtizedeiben terjedtek el a legnagyobb mértékben világszerte, de sajnos máig sem vesztették el jelentőségüket. A 2023-as vilniusi NATO-csúcson a tagállamok megegyeztek a szövetség nukleáris elrettentő képességének korszerűsítésében és erősítésében, amely szintén a fenyegetettség erősödésére utal.