bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Keefektifan Model Pembelajaran Kooperatif Tipe Group Investigation Terhadap Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis Siswa Kelas V SDN Gugus II Kecamatan Sandubaya
Authors: Permatasari Fina , Asrin Asrin , Indraswati Dyah
Published: October 2024

Penelitian ini dilatarbelakangi oleh rendahnya kemampuan berpikir kritis siswa kelas V di SDN Gugus II Kecamatan Sandubaya pada mata pelajaran IPA, dengan nilai rata-rata di bawah KKM 65. Tujuan penelitian adalah untuk mengetahui keefektifan model pembelajaran group investigation terhadap kemampuan berpikir kritis siswa kelas V pada materi siklus air di SDN Gugus II Kecamatan Sandubaya. Jenis penelitian yang digunakan adalah Quasi Eksperimental tipe PretestPosttest Control Group Design. Populasi penelitian ini adalah seluruh siswa kelas V SDN Gugus II Kecamatan Sandubaya yang berjumlah 147 siswa. Sampel dalam penelitian ini adalah 62 siswa yang ditentukan dengan probability sampling dengan jenis cluster sampling (area sampling). Teknik pengambilan data yang digunakan yaitu tes tertulis berbentuk essay sebanyak 10 soal. Instrumen penelitian adalah lembar tes soal essay. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah analisis deskriptif dan analisis inferensial. Hasil penelitan menunjukkan bahwa kemampuan berpikir kritis siswa kelas eksperimen (model group investigation) memiliki nilai rata-rata posttest sebesar 80,74. Sedangkan nilai rata-rata posttest kelas kontrol (model konvensional) sebesar 68,67. Pada pengujian Independent Sample t Test diperoleh nilai sig. (2-tailed) 0,000 < 0,05 maka Ho ditolak dan Ha diterima. Dengan demikian dapat disimpulkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh yang signifikan model pembelajaran Group Investigation terhadap kemampuan berpikir kritis siswa kelas V pada materi siklus air di SDN Gugus II Kecamatan Sandubaya Tahun Ajaran 2023/2024.
Kata Kunci : Kemampuan Berpikir Kritis, IPA, Model Pembelajaran Group Investigation
Medicina e Saúde Integrada: Perspectivas Científicas e Práticas para o Cuidado Moderno
Authors: SILVA ALAN JOSÉ DA , SANTOS DANIEL RODRIGUES , MORAIS VICTOR GABRIEL DA COSTA PIMENTEL DE , MIRANDA ANA LUISA ALBUQUERQUE , SILVA THAYSA GABRIELLA MELO DE MOURA , AGGIO CRISTIANE DE MELO , BORBA LARISSA DE OLIVEIRA FERNANDES , SANTOS MATHEUS MIRANDA DOS , CASTRO LUIZ FERNANDO BRÍGIDO , LOPES THALES LIMA
Published: October 2024

A 1ª edição do livro "Medicina e Saúde Integrada: Perspectivas Científicas e Práticas para o Cuidado Moderno" oferece uma abordagem abrangente e interdisciplinar sobre os desafios e inovações no campo da saúde integrada. A obra reúne contribuições de especialistas de diversas áreas da medicina e das ciências da saúde, discutindo como práticas integrativas, avanços tecnológicos e novas abordagens terapêuticas podem ser combinadas para promover um cuidado mais eficaz, centrado no paciente e em suas necessidades.
Dividido em termos que abrangem desde a prevenção até o tratamento de doenças crônicas e agudas, o livro explora temas como a medicina personalizada, terapias complementares, cuidados paliativos, promoção da saúde e a importância de uma abordagem biopsicossocial no atendimento ao paciente. Também são discutidas as aplicações da telemedicina, o papel da inteligência artificial no diagnóstico e tratamento, além da integração de disciplinas como nutrição, psicologia e educação física para a promoção da saúde.
Esta obra é uma referência essencial para profissionais de saúde, estudantes e gestores que buscam atualizar seus conhecimentos e adotar práticas mais integradas e holísticas no cuidado à saúde. "Medicina e Saúde Integrada" oferece uma visão atualizada e prática, ao mesmo tempo em que traz fundamentos científicos que sustentam a evolução para um modelo de cuidado mais humanizado e eficaz, alinhado às necessidades do cuidado moderno.
ADOÇÃO DA TECNOLOGIA BLOCKCHAIN: BENEFÍCIOS, RISCOS E EXEMPLOS DE APLICABILIDADE NA GESTÃO PÚBLICA
Authors: Nascimento Isidro José Bezerra Maciel Fortaleza do , Campana Carlos Adriano , Silva Jorge Alexandre Melo da , Branco Francisca Amália Castelo , Rebello Flávia Adriana Santos
Published: October 2024

O uso da tecnologia Blockchain é mais usualmente conhecido como o meio pelo qual
são comercializadas as moedas digitais, tais como o Bitcoin. No entanto, sua
aplicabilidade vai muito além disso, permitindo que praticamente todos os setores dos
mercados públicos e privados sejam igualmente beneficiados pelos ganhos que esta
tecnologia oferece. Da mesma forma, riscos potenciais são observados e
comprometem, muitas vezes, a aceitabilidade por parte dos usuários e a plena
implantação de suas funcionalidades. Outro ponto a ser considerado é o regramento
ou não do uso desta ferramenta, que tem sido discutido de forma veemente entre
desenvolvedores de sua estrutura e governos do mundo todo, o que pode vir a
justificar a clara demora no efetivo e amplo uso do Blockchain. O presente capítulo
tem por objetivo, por meio de revisão bibliográfica, explanar o conceito de tecnologia
Blockchain, citando exemplos de aplicações em andamento, especificamente na
gestão pública, os riscos inerentes à tecnologia e os benefícios aos usuários e
governos.
OS DESAFIOS DE LIDERAR A GERAÇÃO Z NA GESTÃO PÚBLICA
Authors: Carloni Alessandro Ramos , Silva Celso Cardoso , Oliveira Geverson Oliver de Assis , Branco Francisca Amália Castelo , Marques Ieso Costa
Published: October 2024

Desenvolver aspectos da liderança efetiva é uma das habilidades reconhecidas pelas
empresas que buscam competitividade em um mercado globalizado. Em se tratando
de líderes de diferentes gerações, saber conduzir equipes compostas por pessoas
com crenças e valores diversos se torna ainda mais desafiador, principalmente
quando se pensa nas pessoas nascidas nos anos de 1990, a intitulada Geração Z.
Tais indivíduos reconhecem a necessidade de manter seu bem-estar, acreditam e
defendem práticas sustentáveis e não consideram o poder como alcance de sucesso.
Na gestão pública, os conflitos de liderança se tornam mais evidentes, pois é preciso
também lidar, além das diferenças das gerações, com as questões de legislação,
muitas vezes engessadas e ultrapassadas, e com o benefício da estabilidade no
serviço público, que mantém por anos a fio indivíduos selecionados por meio de
concursos e que ocupam cargos sem demonstrar real conhecimento para desenvolver
as atividades que lhes cabem. Desta forma, a presente pesquisa busca demonstrar
os desafios encontrados pelas lideranças exercidas no setor público, pontualmente
destacando as equipes que tem em seu escopo colaboradores pertencentes à
Geração Z. Assim, por meio de revisão bibliográfica, será exposta a definição de
Geração Z e suas principais características, seguindo por pontuar habilidades e
competências de uma liderança efetiva na busca por resultados positivos em um
ambiente tão específico quanto o setor público.
Uso de áreas agrícolas por murciélagos insectívoros (Chiroptera, Mammalia) en valles costeros del sur del Perú
Authors: Medina Pacheco César Edgardo , Núñez Ana C. , López Evaristo , Morales José A. , Bocardo Edwin F.
Published: October 2024

En las últimas décadas, el interés por el estudio de murciélagos en la Región de Arequipa se ha centrado en documentar su diversidad, contándose con pocas investigaciones que aborden aspectos de su ecología. Los murciélagos son un grupo atractivo para realizar estudios sobre uso de hábitat, dado que presentan una amplia gama de gremios tróficos. Por tanto, aquí presentamos el primer esfuerzo por describir el uso de áreas agrícolas por murciélagos insectívoros en los valles costeros de Arequipa, suroeste del Perú. Se evaluó la intensidad de uso y preferencia de hábitat de murciélagos en cultivos representativos de los valles de Ocoña, Camaná y Tambo, a partir de datos bioacuáticos. El diseño de muestreo consideró ocho cultivos, cuatro noches de grabación por cultivo, y en las dos temporadas del año. Se registró un total de 47895 grabaciones de ecolocalización, pertenecientes a nueve especies de murciélagos, siendo Mormopterus kalinowski, Eumops chiribaya, Tadarida brasiliensis y Myotis atacamensis las especies que mostraron mayor actividad relativa en los diferentes tipos de cultivo evaluados (alfalfa, tomate, ajo – cebolla y maíz). Los análisis NMDS y ANOSIM no encontraron diferencias entre los ensambles de murciélagos que ocurren en la temporada seca, pero estos si encontraron diferencias en la temporada húmeda, mostrando ensambles definidos en los cultivos de caña de azúcar, alfalfa, maíz y ajo-cebolla. Finalmente, el presente estudio refuerza el conocimiento sobre los servicios ecosistémicos que brindan los murciélagos como potenciales controladores de insectos plaga en los valles costeros del sur del Perú
Evolution of the organoleptic characteristics of the kola nut (Cola nitida) depending on the packaging used in Côte d’Ivoire
Authors: Daouda Nimaga  , Kamele Yao Kossonou  , Kouassi Kouakou Armand Kouadio  , Charlemagne Nindjin  , N’guessan Georges Amani
Published: October 2024

In Ivory Coast, the conditions of conservation and storage of kola nut promote enormous losses during its marketing. Indeed, the nut is attacked by weevils, diptera and fungi which cause between 30 and 70% of losses during storage. The objective of this study is to propose good practices for post-harvest conservation of kola nut, in order to reduce these enormous losses. Containers made of rattan basket lined with Thaumacoccus daniellii leaves, cardboard with food bag and potato net and PVC (polyvinyl chloride) were used and stored at different temperatures of 26°C and 29°C±1°C. Organoleptic analyses were carried out on kola nuts after 0, 1, 2, 3, 6 and 10 months of storage. The organoleptic characteristics that deteriorate over time are color, brightness and texture. Of all the combinations, rattan baskets and PVC trays preserve kola nuts best for up to ten months of storage.
Genomic revolution in parasitology: Unlocking the mysteries of parasites
Authors: Tata Elvis Fon  , Yongabi Anchang Kenneth  , Abeti Emmanuel Ndofor  , Lukong Jude Thaddeus Veranso  , Ngengloh Solomon Nkongwa  , Che Roland Achungu
Published: October 2024

Whole-genome sequencing has revolutionized parasitology, offering insights into parasites' biology, evolution, and potential interventions. This discussion explores the profound impact of genomics on parasitology, from democratizing research to understanding parasites' intricacies and their relationships with hosts. High-throughput sequencing has made genomics accessible globally, allowing labs worldwide to study parasitic organisms. Whole-genome sequencing provides a comprehensive view of parasite genes and regulatory elements, facilitating in-depth biological investigations. It helps identify drug targets and reveals the genetic basis of drug resistance, which is vital for new antiparasitic drug development. Comparative genomics is a powerful tool for understanding the evolutionary relationships among parasites. Researchers create robust phylogenetic trees that clarify parasite evolution by comparing genomic data. Case studies of malaria parasites, trypanosomes, schistosomes, and Leishmania species illustrate the insights gained. Genomics also sheds light on parasite life cycles, uncovering gene expression, regulatory networks, key proteins, and molecular markers. This informs our understanding of host-specific adaptations. Practical applications encompass drug target discovery, vaccine development, diagnostics, intervention strategies, understanding drug resistance, and disease eradication efforts. In conclusion, genomics is transforming parasitology, especially whole-genome sequencing and comparative genomics. It offers a holistic view of parasites and their evolution, paving the way for innovative antiparasitic strategies and contributing to the control and potential eradication of parasitic diseases.
Pipe size calculation for compressed air supply
Authors: Dinesh Chauhan
Published: October 2024

Pipe designers and engineers often encounter complex mathematical equations to determine the diameter required for adequate compressed air at specific flow velocities. This article aims to simplify the calculation of compressed air pipe sizes. The formulas and factors derived herein can be utilized for determining pipe diameters in compressed air applications. Ultimately, the findings provide engineers and designers with practical tools to enhance the reliability and efficiency of compressed air system.
Understanding and mitigating uncertainties in emission factors for chemical manufacturing
Authors: Muhammad Ahsan
Published: October 2024

In the ongoing battle against climate change, accurately assessing and disclosing greenhouse gas emissions is of utmost importance. Emission factors, which quantify the amount of greenhouse gases released per unit of activity or production, are pivotal in this endeavor. However, the often-overlooked factor of uncertainty associated with these emission factors can have a profound impact on determining the emission profile of a product or system. This study will help understand the critical role of uncertainty in emission factors and discuss how neglecting it can lead to "greenwashing" issues for companies – a deceptive practice of appearing environmentally responsible while not meeting sustainability claims.
Aksi Nyata Mahasiswa KKN IAIN Palangka Raya: Membenahi Infrastruktur Desa Sumber Agung Melalui Pembuatan Plang Nama Jalan
Authors: Siti Aisyah  , Ahmad Riyadi  , Kartika Saritilawah Rahmah  , Siti Aisyah  , Anissa Putri Kamila  , Ahmad Adi Reksi  , Ahmad Jumansyah  , Eka Suriansyah
Published: October 2024

Real Work Lecture (KKN) activities carried out by IAIN Palangka Raya students in Sumber Agung Village to improve village infrastructure through making and installing road signs. This program was motivated by observations which showed that many road signs were damaged or missing, which made navigation difficult for the public and visitors. By involving seven students, this activity not only improves regional accessibility and orientation, but also strengthens collaboration between students and the community. Implementation of this program involves coordination with village officials, site surveys, and fundraising, as well as receiving active support from village residents. It is hoped that with the new road signs, it will be easier for the community to carry out activities and recognize important locations in the village, as well as increase the sense of togetherness in efforts to advance the infrastructure of Sumber Agung Village.
Penguatan Solidaritas dan Ketahanan Pangan: Bakti Sosial untuk Masyarakat Desa Tlogosari, Kecamatan Donomulyo Kabupaten Malang
Authors: Elvianto Wihatno  , Doxana Putri Parahita
Published: October 2024

The social service activity held in Tlogosari Village, Donomulyo District, Malang Regency, on September 17, 2024, aims to strengthen social solidarity and food security among the local community. The program was organized by lecturers of the Institute of Science and Health Technology dr. Soepraoen Hospital Malang in collaboration with the Kartika Husada Clinic Donomulyo. The focus of the activity was to provide basic food assistance to underprivileged communities and orphans at the “Nasional Ayu” Orphanage, as well as moral support to them. In addition to providing material assistance, the lecturers also interacted directly with the community, providing motivation and support to the orphans to continue pursuing their education. This activity not only aims to ease the economic burden of the community, but also strengthens the relationship between educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and local communities. Good collaboration between academics, health workers, and the community shows a positive impact on the community's welfare through increased awareness of the importance of mutual cooperation and social care.
The Restoration of Manuscripts as a Source of History
The Case of the Ancient Fund of Greek Manuscripts in the Vatican Library
Authors: Choulis Konstantinos
Published: October 2024

The research focuses on the conservation treatments carried out on the Greek manuscripts held in the Fondo Antico of the Biblioteca Apostolica Vaticana (Vat. gr, 1-1217), established between the first half of the 15th and the first quarter of the 17th century. The inspection of the treatments carried out on the volumes, including their rebinding can become significant for the history of the manuscripts themselves, but can also offer further information about the internal affairs of the Library. It is therefore evident that the choice of the book to be restored has historical significance.
Parallel Convergences
Coptic and Ethiopian Binding Technique Compared
Authors: Dal Sasso Eliana
Published: October 2024

This article proposes a methodology for undertaking a comprehensive comparative study of binding techniques, addressing the challenges inherent in such investigations and exploring technological solutions, alongside their respective advantages and limitations. The study involves a case analysis comparing Coptic and Ethiopian binding techniques. Commencing with definitions of both methods, the article outlines the outcomes of traditional historical comparative analysis. Subsequently, it presents the different conclusions that can be drawn through the modern methodology, rooted in the direct analysis of bindings.
‘Greek-style’ Bindings: A Case of Hybridisation in the Biblioteca Malatestiana (Plut. D.XXVII.2)
Authors: Gialdini Anna
Published: October 2024

‘Alla greca’ bindings (as Greek-style bindings made in western Europe are also known) were the result of a process of imitation and reinvention of Byzantine practices; they were made in Italy and elsewhere in western Europe in considerable amounts between the 1450s and the end of the sixteenth century. This paper presents the main trends identified through the first-hand exam of over 400 bookbindings in the style, and subsequently focuses on a specific hybrid Greek-style binding made in Cesena in the second half of the fifteenth century, held at the Malatestiana Library (Plut. D.XXVII.2). Through this case study, it highlights local patterns and atypical trends in the making of Greek-style bindings in early modern Cesena.
IMPLEMENTASI KEBIJAKAN PROGRAM BEASISWA PEMUDA TANGGUH
Authors: Irianto Heru , Nurany Fierda , Puteri Anidya Pryhasstya
Published: October 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji Implementasi Kebijakan Program Beasiswa Pemuda Tangguh di Kota Surabaya, untuk meningkatkan sumber daya manusia dengan memberikan beasiswa kepada pemuda berbakat namun kurang mampu secara ekonomi. Studi ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metodologi studi kasus untuk memahami bagaimana kebijakan ini diimplementasikan di lapangan dan dampaknya terhadap penerima beasiswa. Data dikumpulkan melalui wawancara mendalam dengan berbagai pihak terkait, termasuk penerima beasiswa, pengelola program, dan pihak Pemerintah Kota. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa program tersebut berhasil meningkatkan akses pendidikan serta meningkatkan motivasi dan prestasi akademik generasi muda yang sebelumnya terkendala biaya. Namun, beberapa tantangan masih dihadapi pelaksanaan, seperti kurangnya sosialisasi program dan keterbatasan anggaran. Solusi perbaikan program antara lain memperluas penerima beasiswa, memperkuat mekanisme pemantauan dan evaluasi. Implementasi kebijakan ini menunjukkan potensi besar dalam mengembangkan sumber daya manusia yang lebih berkualitas di Surabaya.
KEBIJAKAN PERATURAN KEPALA BKN NOMOR 6 TAHUN 2016 DALAM RANGKA PENGELOLAAN DAN PENDAYAGUNAAN PENYULUH KELUARGA BERENCANA (KB) DI KABUPATEN KEDIRI
Authors: Fitriyani Dwi
Published: October 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan dan menganalisis Peraturan Kepala BKN Nomor 6 Tahun 2016 di Kabupaten Kediri dalam menjawab pembagian pengelolaan dan pendayagunaan Penyuluh KB, penelitian menggunakan metode kualitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan wawancara dengan jumlah tujuh informan Penyuluh KB Kabupaten Kediri. Analisis data menggunakan model interaktif empat tahapan yaitu pengumpulan data, kondensasi data, penyajian data, penarikan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menemukan bahwa Implementasi Peraturan Kepala BKN No 06 Tahun 2016 Tentang Pengalihan Pegawai Negeri Sipil daerah Kabupaten/ Kota di Kabupaten Kediri sudah berjalan cukup baik, meskipun terdapat beberapa faktor penghambat dan pendukung, empat faktor penghambat antara lain pola koordinasi dan komunikasi, sumber daya,  disposisi, dan struktur birokrasi, tiga faktor pendukung antara lain: pola koordinasi dan komunikasi dimensi transmisi dan kejelasan, sumberdaya yang terdiri dari sumberdaya anggaran dan peralatan, disposisi tupoksi insentifitas. Beberapa hal yang dapat mendorong Implementasi Peraturan Kepala BKN No 06 Tahun 2016 Tentang Pengalihan Pegawai Negeri Sipil daerah Kabupaten/ Kota di Kabupaten Kediri agar lebih efektif dan efisien dalam mencapai tujuan, antara lain : membangun pembiasaan komunikasi efektif antara pemberi dan penerima informasi, memaksimalkan kualitas SDM yang tersisa dengan membekali pengetahuan terkini agar lebih kompeten dibidangnya, menyampaikan kebutuhan pegawai dengan latar belakang sesuai dengan jabatan yang dibutuhkan
EVALUASI FAKTOR OBJEKTIFITAS DAN TRANSPARANSI DALAM PROSES PROMOSI APARATUR SIPIL NEGARA DI PEMERINTAH KOTA PAYAKUMBUH
Authors: Yus Ihsan , Yulihasri
Published: October 2024

Reformasi birokrasi sebagai sebuah upaya sistematis untuk mengubah struktur, budaya, dan cara kerja birokrasi agar menjadi lebih efisien, efektif, transparan, dan akuntabel bertujuan untuk menciptakan pemerintahan yang lebih responsif terhadap kebutuhan masyarakat dan mampu memberikan pelayanan publik yang berkualitas. Sebagai konsekwensi dari proses reformasi birokrasi demi terciptanya good governance khususnya dalam pengelolaan Aparatur Sipil Negara maka meninjau kembali factor objektifitas dan transparansi ini dalam proses promosi terhadap ASN menjadi sebuah keniscayaan. Perbaikan sistem promosi ASN merupakan bagian integral dari upaya reformasi birokrasi. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengevaluasi faktor objektivitas dan transparansi dalam proses promosi ASN di pemerintah kota Payakumbuh. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan desain studi kasus. Lokasi penelitian adalah Pemerintah Kota Payakumbuh, dengan sumber data utama berupa wawancara mendalam dan analisis dokumen. Wawancara dilakukan dengan berbagai pemangku kepentingan termasuk pejabat terkait dan ASN yang memiliki pengalaman unik, spesifik dan kesan khusus dengan proses promosi. Data dianalisis menggunakan model Miles dan Huberman untuk mengidentifikasi tema-tema utama dan hubungan antar variable. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa meskipun terdapat kebijakan yang mendukung objektivitas dan transparansi, pelaksanaan di lapangan masih menghadapi kendala signifikan. Rekomendasi utama termasuk peningkatan pelatihan dan pengawasan serta penguatan mekanisme umpan balik dan pengaduan.
The Domestication of Women in Stunting Mitigation Programs in Sidoarjo Regency
Authors: Utami Maslihatin , Susanti Emy , . Sutinah
Published: October 2024

One of the challenges in realizing the vision of Golden Indonesia 2045 in Sidoarjo Regency is stunting. The stunting treatment program implemented by the government puts women in a central position. This study seeks to explore the domestication efforts of women in the stunting treatment program in Sidoarjo Regency. A qualitative approach with primary and secondary data was chosen to explore the research objectives. The data obtained through interviews were  then analyzed using Walby's theory. The results of the study show that the implementation of the stunting treatment program in Sidoarjo Regency has encouraged the domestication of women. They are placed as parties who must be responsible for stunting treatment. Patriarchal practices occur in the implementation of stunting prevention programs, both in the public sphere and even more so in the private sphere. The government needs to reorient the implementation of the program. Considering that in its implementation, the government even justifies and perpetuates gender inequality.Keywords : domestication of women; gender; patriarchy; stunting
Penanggulangan Abrasi Pantai Berbasis Masyarakat Di Pesisir Kota Pariaman, Sumatera Barat
Authors: Yuerisman Afdhal Gani
Published: October 2024

This study aims to examine community-based coastal erosion disaster management in Pariaman City, West Sumatra, using qualitative research methods and a case study approach. The results indicate that the management of coastal erosion is carried out through the construction of sandbag embankments, tree planting, and the installation of wave breaker rocks. This process involves active participation from the coastal community, including affected residents, disaster response teams, youth, and community leaders. The benefits experienced by the community include economic aspects, where the presence of wave breaker rocks aids in economic recovery. In terms of safety, the community now feels more secure against large waves, which are blocked by these structures. Environmentally, the wave breaker rocks prevent coastal land erosion, while social benefits are evident in the increased solidarity among community members through participation in management activities. Overall, these efforts have reduced the anxiety and stress of the community regarding the potential damage to homes from large waves.Keywords : disaster management, coastal erosion, community participation, economic benefits, Pariaman City.
Adaptive pre-processing methods for increasing the accuracy of segmentation of dental X-RAY images
Authors: Komenchuk Oleh
Published: October 2024

The subject of research in the article is the effectiveness of adaptive methods of preprocessing of medical images, in particular adaptive bilateral filter and modified CLAHE, in the tasks of segmentation of dental X-ray images. These methods make it possible to preserve important image details and effectively reduce noise, even in cases of high variability of images coming from different sources. The goal of the work is to study the impact of adaptive preprocessing methods on increasing the accuracy of segmentation of medical images and to determine the optimal combination of methods that provide the best results in segmentation tasks. The article addresses the following tasks: experimental comparison of adaptive preprocessing methods with traditional approaches, evaluation of segmentation efficiency using metrics such as Dice Score, Jacquard Coefficient (IoU Score), Precision and Sensitivity/Completeness (Recall)), as well as analysis of the effect of pre-processing on the quality of segmentation. The following methods are used: mathematical modeling, neural network training based on the U-Net model with a pre-trained timm-resnest101e encoder, image scaling to 512x512 pixels, training with a fixed learning rate of 0.001. The following results were obtained: the combined use of the adaptive bilateral filter and the modified CLAHE provided the highest segmentation quality indicators (Dice Score 0.9603 and Jacquard Coefficient (IoU Score) 0.94501), surpassing traditional methods. This proves the advantage of adaptive approaches in preserving the contours of objects and reducing noise. Conclusions: the application of adaptive preprocessing methods significantly improves the accuracy of segmentation of medical images. The combined approach including the adaptive bilateral filter and the modified CLAHE is the most effective for medical imaging tasks, which increases the accuracy of diagnosis and the reliability of automated decision support systems.
In-Service Training Framework for Industrial Relations and Training Officer at Malaysian Vocational College
Authors:   Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Sappar Ramli , Mohammad Hussain Mohd Azlan ,   Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Mohd Zulkifli Rafeizah ,   Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Subari Kamalularifin ,   Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Mustaffa Kamal Mohd Firdaus ,   Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris
Published: October 2024

A collaborative relationship between vocational colleges and the industry sector is essential to provide highly skilled graduates that align with the industry's current demands. The critical need for the implementation of industrial collaboration in vocational colleges has given rise to polemics about the ability and expertise of industrial relations and training officers (KUPLI) in managing the implementation of effective industrial collaborative relations. This study was conducted to explore issues in the implementation of industrial collaborative relationships as well as to explore the need for the implementation of effective industrialcollaborative relationships based on KUPLI's perspective. This study is conducted using a qualitative approach, while the design of this study is in the form of a multiple-embedded case study. The implementation of this study is essential in helping everyparty interested in implementing industrial collaborative relations in improving the role of KUPLI to succeed in effective industrial collaborative relations. The findings of the study found that there are six critical issues and requirements for the implementation of effective industrial collaborative relations in Malaysian vocational colleges, among which are the issue of unclear collaborative direction, training management issues, the need for effective interaction and the need for a comprehensive support system.
Theocratic System of Administration in Ekiti Society before Oduduwa: A Discourse in Ekiti-Yoruba Indigenous Political Culture
Authors: Onipede Kayode Joseph
Published: October 2024

The concern of this paper is to discuss change and continuity in the traditional political system of the Ekiti Yoruba and to explain how the indigenous political system of administration, which continues at the community level, can contribute to national cohesion and citizenship. It doing so, it interrogates the indigenous political system of Ekiti before Oduduwa which, to the best of our knowledge, has not received any scholarly attention despite its importance. The paper relied on historical methodologies consisting of primary and secondary sources to elicit and interpret its data. The primary source comprised participant observation and oral interviews with indigenous chief priests and prophets in Ekiti societies; secondary sources were extant studies and documents like texts and journal articles. The paper explains the impact of indigenous social institutions in building enduring social ties among group(s) within the Ekiti community and which have continued to complement the administrative structure of government of Ekiti community, including the contemporary system of governance. The adoption of the system and structure, which is organic and an inclusive system, because of its bottom-up approach system and structure, facilitated social commitment and participation of citizens in the administration of their communities. The system has remained significant in the social and political administration of Ekiti society, which is complementary to modern administrative system and can be helpful in the contemporary political system.
The Evolution of Artificial Intelligence: From Assistance to Super Mind of Artificial General Intelligence? Article 2. Artificial Intelligence: Terra Incognita or Controlled Force?
Authors: Grinin Leonid , Grinin Anton , Grinin Igor
Published: October 2024

The article is devoted to the history of the development of ICT and AI, their current and expected future achievements, and the problems (which have already arisen but will become even more acute in the future) associated with the development of these technologies and their widespread application in society. It shows the close connection between the development of AI and cognitive science, the penetration of ICT and AI into various spheres, particularly health care, and the very intimate areas related to the creation of digital copies of the deceased and posthumous contact with them. A significant part of the article is devoted to the analysis of the concept of ‘artificial intelligence’, including the definition of generative AI. The authors analyse recent achievements in the field of Artificial Intelligence. There are given descriptions of the basic models, in particular the Large Linguistic Models (LLM), and forecasts of the development of AI and the dangers that await us in the coming decades. The authors identify the forces behind the aspiration to create AI, which is increasingly approaching the capabilities of the so-called general/universal AI, and also suggest desirable measures to limit and channel the development of artificial intelligence. It is emphasized that the threats and dangers of the development of ICT and AI are particularly aggravated by the monopolization of their development by the state, intelligence services, major corporations and those often referred to as globalists. The article provides forecasts of the development of computers, ICT and AI in the coming decades, and also shows the changes in society that will be associated with them. The study consists of two articles. The first, published in the previous is-sue of the journal, has provided a brief historical overview and characterized the current situation in the field of ICT and AI. It has also analyzed the concepts of artificial intelligence, including generative AI, changes in the understanding of AI related to the emergence of the so-called large language models and related new types of AI programs (ChatGPT and similar models). The article has discussed the serious problems and dangers associated with the rapid and uncontrolled development of artificial intelligence. This second article describes and comments on the current assessments of breakthroughs in the field of AI, analyzes various predictions, and provides the authors' own assessments and predictions of future developments. Particular attention is paid to the problems and dangers associated with the rapid and uncontrolled development of AI, with the fact that advances in this field become a powerful means of control over the population, imposing ideologies, priorities and lifestyles, influencing the results of elections, and a tool to undermine security and geopolitical struggles.
Global Disasters and World Society: The Ecological Dimension of Modern World-System Crises
Authors: dos Santos Fábio Pádua
Published: October 2024

The International Conference on Global Disasters and World Society: The Ecological Dimension of Modern World-System Crises, hosted by the Research Group on Political Economy of the World-System, and co-organized by the University of California Disaster Resilience Network, was held in Florianopolis, Brazil fr om 25 to 27 March, 2024. The conference convened scholars, activists, politicians, and government officials to exchange ideas and analyses of current climate crises from a world-historical perspective. Its objective was to formulate strategies for surviving and mitigating increasingly frequent and severe global and local natural and anthropogenic disasters, and to pave the way for a more just, democratic, and collectively rational world society. To achieve this goal, the conference organizers encouraged re-searchers to investigate the evolution of the modern world-system and to devise plans for moving towards a less unequal and more cooperative world society.
Деглобализация versus глобализация
Authors: Леонова Ольга
Published: October 2024

Данная работа продолжает размышления о деглобализации, опубликованные в третьем номере журнала «Век глобализации» за 2023 г., и представляет собой попытку взглянуть на эту проблему с точки зрения международных отношений и мировой политики. Автор полагает, что разговоры о деглобализации вызваны рядом причин. Среди них: отсутствие четкого определения, что такое глобализация; сведение сущности глобализации лишь к процессу интеграции экономик различных стран и выстраиванию глобальной экономической системы; усталость от гиперглобализации (так как стремительное развитие темпов экономической глобализации имело свои негативные последствия); эрозия трех важных признаков глобализации: свободное передвижение капиталов и технологий, людей и информации; ускорение реконфигурации Мир-Системы, что ведет к ее фрагментации и деглобализации. Во второй части статьи приводятся аргументы в пользу глобализации. Во-первых, глобализация – это объективный процесс. Во-вторых, это многосоставной, сложный, комбинированный, многоаспектный феномен, включающий в себя несколько одновременных эволюционных процессов, аспектов и систем. В-третьих, глобализация имеет фазовый характер. В-четвертых, регионализация является неотъемлемой характеристикой глобализации. В-пятых, есть несколько моделей «конкурирующих глобализаций», поэтому говорить о глобализации/деглобализации в единственном числе некорректно. В заключении на основе анализа четырех особенностей глобализации делается вывод, что прогнозы о деглобализации ошибочны. Глобализация была и остается реальностью современного мира, она продолжается.
Диалектика глобальных процессов и формирования по-лицентричности в современном мире
Authors: Гезалов Ариз Авяз оглы
Published: October 2024

В статье отмечается, что глобализация является ключевым фактором формирования полицентричности в современном мире. Глобализация как объективный процесс объединяет различные страны и регионы мира в единую сеть экономических, политических и культурных взаимосвязей. Расширяя экономические связи, она способствует увеличению объема международной торговли, инвестиций и финансовых потоков между странами. Различные государства становятся важными игроками на мировой арене и вносят свой вклад в глобальную экономику. Глобализация служит распространению информационных технологий, что способствует укреплению связей между различными культурами и народами, а также позволяет различным государствам активно участвовать в глобальных дискуссиях. Глобализация также способствует развитию международных организаций, расширению культурных связей, где различные государства имеют возможность вносить свой вклад в принятие решений. Все эти факторы содействуют формированию полицентричной системы.
В поисках адекватного миропорядка. Будущее верховенства права в эпоху цифровой глобализации 4.0
Authors: Бурьянов Сергей Анатольевич , Бурьянов Максим Сергеевич
Published: October 2024

Статья посвящена исследованию перспектив формирования нового мирового порядка, соответствующего современным глобальным цифровым процессам и направленного на преодоление планетарных негативных последствий. Сформулировано авторское видение принципов мирового порядка в эпоху цифровой глобализации 4.0. Особо отмечено, что в современных условиях, характеризующихся формированием планетарной целостности и взаимозависимости, использование силы в международных отношениях, включая крайне опасное военное использование искусственного интеллекта, является основной проблемой мирового порядка и глобального управления. В указанном контексте выявлена ключевая роль концепции верховенства права и рассмотрены основные этапы ее эволюции. Отмечено, что перспективная теоретико-правовая концепция верховенства права должна быть основана на приоритете цифровых прав человека.
SHARING ECONOMY AND INCLUSIVE TOURISM DEVELOPMENT: A CASE STUDY ON THE WATERBERG DISTRICT IN SOUTH AFRICA
Authors:   School of Tourism & Hospitality, College of Business and Economics, University of Johannesburg, South Africa, LEKGAU Refiloe Julia , DANIELS Tracy ,   School of Tourism & Hospitality, College of Business and Economics, University of Johannesburg, South Africa, TICHAAWA Tembi Maloney ,   School of Tourism & Hospitality, College of Business and Economics, University of Johannesburg, South Africa
Published: October 2024

The purpose of the study was to analyse inclusive tourism development in the Global South, using a case study of Airbnb’s interventions in the Waterberg District of South Africa. Adopting a qualitative approach, the research was conducted in three phases. The first phase consisted of a focus group held with Airbnb representatives who were involved in the planning and operations of the programme. The second and third phases involved in-depth interviews with Airbnb partners and graduates of the Airbnb Academy, respectively. The findings reveal that previously excluded groups were able to become tourism producers, through the skills development programme, joining the Airbnb app, and the tangible outcomes from the interventions. The programme also widened the scope of opportunities for members who previously did not identify as part of the tourism value chain. Further, there was a notable change in the tourism landscape, now involving experiences that are more authentic and representative of the culture and lifestyle of the community. However, the tourism industry is prevalently white-owned, presenting substantial challenges for graduates of the programme to tap into the tourism market. The findings confirm that inclusive tourism is intrinsically embedded in the local context: politics, economy, and society. In this regard, the study expands and contextualises the literature on inclusive tourism development in the Global South.
Actividad de los áfidos en un área cultivada con maíz en Manfredi (Pcia. de Córdoba, Argentina)
Authors: Herrera P. S. , Delfino M. A. , Laguna I. G.
Published: October 2024

Considerando la importancia de los áfidos como vectores del maize dwarf mosaic potyvirus, se propuso conocer las especies de áfidos presentes en un lote cultivado con maíz (Zea mays L.) en la EEA-INTA Manfredi, sus fluctuaciones en la actividad de vuelo y su correlación con variables ambientales. Durante el ciclo del cultivo de maíz (1992) fueron registrados con las trampas amarillas 2348 áfidos, distribuidos en 42 especies y 28 géneros. La especie con mayor frecuencia de vuelo fue Therioaphis trifolii. En este muestreo en trampas amarillas se detectó la presencia de Nearctaphis bakeri, especie citada por primera vez para la provincia de Córdoba. La variable temperatura correlacionó negativamente con el número de individuos alados registrados en las trampas de las especies Rhopalosiphum padi y Capitophorus elaeagni. Además, Rhopalosiphum maidis correlacionó positivamente con las máximas precipitaciones. Se registró durante la mitad del ciclo del cultivo de maíz la mayor actividad de vuelo de los áfidos. Se comprobó un mayor porcentaje de colonización en el cultivar Dekalb 4F37 que en Norkin 4-S284 y Morgan 306. Metopolophium dirhodum fue la especie que presentó mayor número de individuos colonizando las plantas de maíz.
THE IMPACT OF THE WAR-INDUCED, UNSTABLE LIVING CONDITIONS ON PERSONALITY’S MENTAL HEALTH
Authors:   Yurii Fedkovych Chernivtsi national University, Olexandra Beshlei , Heisonyuk Natalie ,   Yurii Fedkovych Chernivtsi national University, Andrieieva Yaroslava ,   Yurii Fedkovych Chernivtsi national University
Published: October 2024

The purpose of the article. Our work examines the psychological features of the main types of destructive ways of responding to unstable living conditions and their impact on one’s mental health and personal efficiency. The growing number of people facing unstable life conditions and those needing effective psychological strategies to overcome stress and crises are the basis of our study's relevance. The majority of the trauma studies in the field of psychology are devoted to studying the impact of the most common short-term trauma, but the conditions we find ourselves in recently are forcing people to adjust to uncertainty and the traumatizing events that happen to have no visible ending point. The adjustment to long-term trauma means that one comes to realize that there’s no point in postponing life until after the trauma, but rather learning to live one’s life to the fullest and grab every possible opportunity for self-actualization. It is well known that one’s reactions to stressful and unstable situations can be constructive or destructive. The paper aims to identify and analyze the main types of destructive reactions, such as somatization, distress, depression, and anxiety, as well as to study their impact on personal traits that correspond with personal growth and self-actualization. Research methods. We applied the following methods to meet the research tasks: psychological testing, analysis of psychological literature, and statistical methods of data processing, which enable a deeper understanding of the ways the mechanisms of destructive responses to unstable living conditions are formed. Results. The paper examines theoretical approaches to understanding destructive behavioral patterns and their application in psychological assistance. We were able to prove the suggestion that destructive ways of responding, such as anxiety, distress, depression, and somatization complicate the process of self-actualization significantly, reducing the level of personal growth and self-knowledge. We also offer recommendations on the optional techniques for reducing the impact of destructive reactions and supporting positive personality development for psychological assistance and mental health protection. Conclusions. The study results can be effective for psychology practitioners, psychotherapists, and other mental health professionals. They can also become the basis for further scientific research in stress management psychology and psychotherapy. As such, some of the results were presented at the round table “Mental health during the war: challenges and perspectives”. Keywords: distress, unstable living conditions, self-development, self-actualization, influence
Multi-criteria Evaluation of Madagascar's Regions in the Context of Employment Using the CoCoFISo Method
Authors:   Université de Toamasina, Toamasina, Madagascar, Nirinarivelo Hantamalala , Rasoanaivo Rôlin Gabriel ,   Université Toulouse Capitole, Toulouse, France
Published: October 2024

The evaluation of regions in terms of employment provides decision-makers with a valuable tool for pursuing the development of each region. Furthermore, it facilitates the decision-making process for the working-age population, enabling them to identify locations where they wish to settle on a long-term basis to pursue employment opportunities. The objective was to evaluate Madagascar's twenty-three regions under thirteen pre-established criteria. The multi-criteria mean weight (MW) and Combined Compromise For Ideal Solution (CoCoFISo) decision-making methods were employed to calculate the criteria's relative importance and perform a comparative ranking of the regions. The weights of the criteria were equalized using the MW result. The CoCoFISo method revealed that the first seven regions are successively Atsimo Andrefana, Analanjirofo, Boeny, Vakinakaratra, Alaotra Mangoro, Diana and Analamanga. Our analysis of the results demonstrates that these regions display elevated percentages, with 54% to 69% of the criteria exhibiting above-average values. Additionally, the values of their criteria are generally stable in comparison to the others, which are dispersed.