bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Congenital occipitoatlantoaxial malformation in a Brazilian sport horse foal
Authors: Silva Isabella Eduardo da , Nascimento Acácia Eduarda de Jesus , Rabelo Andreza Alvarenga , Torres Luis Ernesto , Fantini Priscila , Miranda Ana Luisa Soares de , Maranhão Renata de Pino Albuquerque , Ocarino Natália de Melo , Serakides Rogéria , Carretta Moacir , Oliveira Ayisa Rodrigues
Published: December 2024

A 12-hour-old Brazilian Sport Horse foal, presenting signs of dysmaturity, was referred to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital from the Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Brazil, being hospitalized for nine days before euthanasia. Clinically, neurological signs such as difficulty in maintaining head posture, tetraparesis, and asymmetric ataxia were observed, raising suspicion of cervical vertebrae abnormalities. Radiographic analysis revealed occipitalization of the atlas with asymmetric fusion of the atlas to the occipital bone and dorsal luxation of the axis; all these findings were confirmed at necropsy. Additionally, histopathology revealed axonal degeneration at spinal cord and pons as a result of nervous tissue compression at the atlantooccipital fusion area. Congenital occipitoatlantoaxial malformation (OAAM) was the definitive diagnosis in this case, and, to the best of our knowledge, it is described for the first time on a Brazilian Sport Horse.
Sarcocystis falcatula infection in ringneck parakeets (Psittacula krameri) in Minas Gerais, Brazil
Authors: Nascimento Acácia Eduarda de Jesus , Silva Nayara Toledo da , Carvalho Tatyana Salarolli de , Bezerra Gabriel Almeida de Oliveira , Souza Lucas dos Reis , Oliveira Ayisa Rodrigues de , Santos Renato Lima
Published: December 2024

Sarcocystis falcatula is an Apicomplexa protozoan parasite recognized for its pathogenicity in birds. This microorganism has a complex life cycle involving definitive hosts, such as marsupials from the Didelphidae family, and intermediate hosts, which include a wide range of bird species. Three male ringnecks (Psittacula krameri) from a breeding facility with a history of sudden bird deaths were submitted for post-mortem examination. Gross findings included severe pulmonary congestion and edema, and diffusely congested livers. Histologically there was a severe and diffuse lymphohistiocytic interstitial pneumonia with moderate hyperemia and pulmonary edema. Numerous schizonts morphologically compatible with S. falcatula were observed in pulmonary endothelial cells, which were confirmed by immunohistochemistry. There was also moderate random multifocal lymphohistiocytic hepatitis, coalescing multifocal lymphohistiocytic and heterophilic myocarditis, mild coalescing multifocal lymphohistiocytic interstitial nephritis, and severe diffuse splenic congestion. These cases represent the first reported case of S. falcatula infection in ringnecks in Minas Gerais, highlighting the need for vigilance and control of Sarcocystis infections in captive bird populations.
Diminazene aceturate poisoning in a dog (Canis familiaris) treated for visceral leishmaniasis: pathological and toxicological evaluation
Authors: Silva Nayara Toledo da , Nascimento Acácia Eduarda de Jesus , Souza Lucas dos Reis de , Soto-Blanco Benito , Oliveira Ayisa Rodrigues
Published: December 2024

A one-year-old Whippet dog with a prior diagnosis of visceral leishmaniasis was treated with diminazene aceturate with intramuscular and oral routes, developing acute neurological signs, and was necropsied after death. The necropsy revealed marked systemic congestion, multiple hemorrhagic foci, pulmonary edema, and hemorrhage and necrosis in the brainstem. Brain histopathology showed marked neutrophilic encephalitis with vascular fibrinoid necrosis and hemorrhage restricted to the brainstem. Liver and kidney samples were submitted for toxicological evaluation, revealing elevated levels of diminazene aceturate, corroborating with the diagnosis of poisoning. The pathological findings observed in this case are consistent with those described in the literature regarding diminazene aceturate poisoning. A diagnosis should be performed based on the animal’s clinical history, pathological findings, and the results of the toxicological examination.
The Study of 3D Simulation on Heat Transfer Enhancement on Fin Tube Heat Exchanger Using Delta Wing and Winglet Vortex Generators
Authors: Mardikus Stefan , Putri Claudia Agata , Seen Michael , Rines Rines , Lukiyanto Y. B. , Purwadianto Doddy , Winarbawa Heryoga , Dyaksa Gilang Argya , Kusbandono Wibowo
Published: December 2024

The vortex generator is one of the methods to improve heat transfer augmentation on flow characteristics in the air side of the fin and tube heat exchanger. There are some models of vortex generators to produce longitudinal vortices when the airflow passes the surface of the vortex generator. In the previous studies, the longitudinal vortices were able to reduce the wake region phenomenon behind the tube heat exchanger. This research aims to investigate the thermal performance of heat transfer on the collaboration between two models of vortex generators namely delta wing and winglet vortex generators on plate fin and tube heat exchanger. The simulation used four models (1) without the vortex generator (2) with the delta wing vortex generators (3) with delta winglet (4) with the combination of delta wing and winglet. The study was generated with computational fluid dynamics. The boundary conditions were set in the inlet as velocity and the outlet as pressure outlet. The airflow of velocity is represented by Reynolds numbers in the range of 4000 - 8000 with an interval of 500. The wall temperature of the tube is given at 400 Kelvin and the temperature of the airflow is given at 300 Kelvin. The epsilon model was used in the turbulence model of the simulation. The result explained that the thermal performance of heat transfer on delta winglets improved the airflow to induce longitudinal vortices and then reduced the wake region to improve the heat transfer coefficient more than other vortex generator models
Inorganic Geochemistry of Coal from Patappa Village, Bone District, and Masenrengpulu Village, Barru District, South Sulawesi Province Using XRF Method
Authors: Anshariah Anshariah , Thamsi Alam Budiman , Tholib Mohammad
Published: December 2024

The chemical composition of coal is almost the same as that of plant tissue, containing the main elements of elements C, H, O, N, S, and P. An in-depth study of coal inorganic compounds is needed because coal inorganic compounds are the primary variable in ash formation during coal combustion. This study uses the X-ray fluorescence method to reveal the differences and similarities in inorganic chemical composition contained in coal in Bone Regency and Barru Regency. Coal in Masenrengpulu Village has the Al2O3 compound as the most dominant compound, while coal in Patappa Village has the SiO2 compound as the most prevalent compound. The concentration of inorganic sulfide minerals in the village of Masenrengpulu was influenced by igneous rock intrusion and deposition processes. In contrast, the deposition process only affected the inorganic sulfide minerals of coal in Patappa village. The significant elements found in coal in the Masenrengpulu and Patappa Villages are Si, Al, Fe, S, Ca, K, and Ti. Coal inorganic sulfide minerals in Masenrengpulu Village with Patappa Village have high concentrations in the bottom channel of the coal seam and a low concentration in the middle channel and top of the seam. Coal inorganic sulfide minerals in Masenrengpulu Village and Patappa Village have high concentrations in the coal seam's lower channel and low concentrations in the middle and upper channels.

Keywords: Coal Comparison, Mallawa Formation, XRF, Inorganic Geochemistry.
Comparative Analysis of Three Solid Waste Management Systems Towards Full Automation
Authors: Omiyale Abolade David , Ogunwolu Ladi F. , Ajibola Olawale Olaniyi
Published: December 2024

This study uses a four-week simulation to evaluate traditional, semi-automatic, and autonomous waste management systems, employing Principal Component Analysis (PCA), Discrete Event Simulation (DES), and an ANOVA test. PCA was used to visualise and understand the variations in waste collection volumes between the three systems, with the first two principal components accounting for 100% of the variance (PC1: 56.3%, PC2: 43.7%). Each system was classified into distinct clusters: traditional in the lower-left quadrant, semi-automatic in the upper-left and lower-right quadrants, and autonomous in the upper-right quadrant, with ANOVA indicating significant variations. DES simulated everyday waste collection for 120 days. The traditional system collected an average of 50 kg/day with a 10-kilogramme variance, the semi-automatic 48 kg/day with an 8 kg variability, and the autonomous 45 kg/day with a 5 kg variability. The total waste collected was 6012.34 kg (traditional), 5824.29 kg (semi-automatic), and 5482.67 kg (autonomous). Fuel consumption, cost savings, and environmental impacts were analyzed. The autonomous system showed the lowest fuel consumption and highest cost savings, significantly reducing carbon emissions compared to others. The results from PCA and DES, supported by ANOVA, indicate that while the traditional system is most efficient in waste collection, the autonomous system offers consistent performance and significant environmental benefits. This comprehensive analysis provides valuable insights for optimizing waste management strategies and balancing efficiency, cost, and environmental impact.

Keywords: Solid waste management, Autonomous systems, urbanization, environmental impact, and Sustainability.
Recent Developments in The Influencing Variables of Hydrodistillation for Enhancing Essential Oil Yields in Indonesia: A Brief Review
Authors: Dewantoro Awaly Ilham , Alifia Alvita Rahma , Handini Tanti , Qolbi Latifah Zainul , Ihsani Dita Amelia , Nurliasari Desy
Published: December 2024

Hydrodistillation is widely known as the simplest essential oils (EOs) isolation technique and is widely used by small-scale producers, such as in Indonesia. The main characteristic of hydrodistillation is the plant-source material of EOs soked in water, followed by boiling and diffusion. Variuos problems arise from the use of hydrodistillation, including the possibility of overheating, degradation of EOs because of the long heating time, difficulty in controlling the heat, and a slow process. The aim of this study was to review the recent developments in hydrodistillation technology that have been developed in Indonesia to improve the quality and yield of EOs. Bibliometric analysis trhough the Methodi Ordinatio was used to compile a systematic review of prior studies in the recent decade regarding the application of hydrodistillation in Indonesia. The results showed that five plant-source commodities were extensively isolated consisting of citrus, lemongrass, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Furthermore, this study investigated the variables that influnce the hydrodistillation process for EOs isolation. The variables were often evaluated according to the results are distillation time, pretreatment of raw materials, feed-to-solvent ratio, particle size, growth place, and plant developmental stage. A future perspective was considered and outlined to carroed out further novel study and development strategies.

Keywords: Bibliometric analysis, Hydrodistillation, Plant commodities, Process variables, Pretreatment.
Health Trends and Its Implications during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Central Visayas, Philippines
Authors: Yao Johnny Jr. , Garcia Laurence L , Lapa Ma. Mayla Imelda M
Published: December 2024

The effects of the Covid-19 pandemic have underscored for the Philippines, in particular, and all countries in general, the importance of a resilient health care system to be able to manage health emergencies and disasters. The study aimed to do a situational analysis of the health sector during the COVID-19 pandemic in the Central Visayas, Philippines. The study collected data from national government agencies in the Philippines. The article identifies gaps in the health care system which may have affected not only COVID-19 outcomes but other health indicators which was highlighted due to the pandemic. The study provides health managers and policymakers information that could be used to promote reforms in the health sector to be able to manage future pandemics and health emergencies both in local and national levels.
Stærðarhagkvæmni í rekstri íslenskra sveitarfélaga greind eftir málaflokkum þeirra
Authors: Karlsson Vífill , Kalmansson Stefán
Published: December 2024

Almennt er talið að stærðarhagkvæmni ríki í rekstri sveitarfélaga líkt og kenningar hagfræðinnar gera ráð fyrir að gildi um rekstur fyrirtækja og ýmissa annarra skipulagsheilda. Það þýðir að kostnaður við að veita tiltekna þjónustu á hvern íbúa lækki eftir því sem fleiri aðilar njóti hennar og því sé ódýrara að veita hana í einu 10.000 íbúa sveitarfélagi en í tíu 1.000 íbúa sveitarfélögum. Hingað til hafa menn gefið sér að þetta gildi en þetta er t.d. forsenda fyrir því að sameiningar sveitarfélaga gætu skilað sér í lægri kostnaði þeirra, sköttum og þjónustugjöldum eða betri þjónustu. Gögn Sambands íslenskra sveitarfélaga voru nýtt til að meta stærðarhagkvæmni í rekstri allra málaflokka þeirra. Slík rannsókn var framkvæmd árið 2010 með misvísandi niðurstöðum. Frumniðurstöður á miklu stærra gagnasafni benda til þess að stærðarhagkvæmni sé að finna í flestum málaflokkum sveitarfélaga. Gagnasafnið nær til allra íslenskra sveitarfélaga árin 2004-2022 og er því góður grunnur að byggja á.
Eru endurskoðendur reiðubúnir fyrir sjálfbærniskýrslur?
Authors: Jónsson Eyþór Ívar , Snorrason Jón Snorri
Published: December 2024

Þessi rannsókn kannar stöðu þekkingar íslenskra endurskoðenda fyrir innleiðingu sjálfbærniskýrslugerðar í ljósi nýrrar tilskipunar Evrópusambandsins (CSRD) og innleiðingu evrópsku sjálfbærniskýrslustaðla (ESRS). Í samstarfi við Félag löggiltra endurskoðenda var gerð könnun árið 2022, sem leiddi í ljós að íslenskir endurskoðendur voru ekki vel upplýstir um átta viðurkennda sjálfbærnistaðla. Niðurstöðurnar benda til takmarkaðrar reynslu endurskoðenda af sjálfbærniskýrslugerð, sem gæti kallað á frekari menntun og þjálfun fyrir innleiðingu. Með samanburði við niðurstöður frá Bandaríkjunum kemur í ljós að takmörkuð þekking endurskoðenda á sjálfbærniskýrslum og stöðlum er ekki einungis íslenskt fyrirbæri. Rannsóknin undirstrikar mikilvægi þekkingaryfirfærslu og stofnanafræðilegrar nálgunar til að tryggja að endurskoðendur verði betur í stakk búnir til að mæta nýjum kröfum.
Pemindahan Depo Pertamina Plumpang: Antara Politik atau Hukum?
Authors: Kurniawan Felix Alexander , Aripin Jacqueline , Aristo Erly
Published: December 2024

Legal issues in Indonesia are often dominated by political considerations, frequently sidelining fundamental legal principles. Decisions made by law enforcement authorities in Indonesia are often politically motivated, resulting in populist policies. One such case involves the relocation of the Depo Pertamina Plumpang in North Jakarta, impacting the residents of Tanah Merah. Although various legal instruments have been provided to the residents of Tanah Merah, they fundamentally lack legitimate ownership of the land. This study examines the legal and political aspects of the Depo Pertamina Plumpang relocation. The research employs a normative legal method, incorporating statutory and conceptual approaches, with primary legal sources and materials.
The findings reveal that the legal politics underlying the relocation of the Depo Pertamina Plumpang serve to grant legitimacy for the residents of Tanah Merah to establish residential buildings. However, this has led to populist policies that conflict with the legality of land and property ownership. Specifically, the Temporary Area Building Permits (IMB Kawasan Sementara) issued by the government are legally invalid and cannot constitute a basis for land ownership. As land ownership is authenticated through land title certificates, the actions taken result in the residents of Tanah Merah occupying hazardous areas within the buffer zone, further exacerbating the risks associated with these settlements.
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Keywords:  Politik Hukum, penegakan hukum, Depo Pertamina Plumpang.
Overview, immediacy, control and knowing the audiences –value propositions and their failure in Google Analytics Dashboard
Authors: Kauppinen Asko , Vengerfeldt Pille Pruulmann
Published: December 2024

This study scrutinises web analytics, specifically Google Analytics, in its capacity to support content creators in understanding user behaviour and improving digital communication. Google, with its different versions of web analytics software, is dominating the market in collecting and analysing web traffic statistics, and has thus become a central part of how digital environments can know their users. We use the concepts of transcoding culture and social imaginaries to show the importance of scrutinising the value propositions ingrained within the web analytics dashboard. Despite the excitement and fear related to Google knowing too much about the people behind the screens, the analysis shows that Google Analytics 4 strug­gles to provide a comprehensive understanding of audi­ences. Focusing on the four value propositions – overview, immediacy, control, and knowing the audience – we argue that Google Analytics overstates its understanding of audiences. It is in the interest of Google to hyperbolise knowledge about the audience, even with potential privacy concerns, as it supports the social imaginary of an all-knowing digital platform. Thus, a critical and nuanced approach to web analytics, considering their impact on society and privacy concerns, is needed to balance the discussions.
The West in the Soviet “Kingdom of Mirrors”: Entertainment of the Soviet Lithuanian Television in the Brezhnev era
Authors: Vaitelė Tomas
Published: December 2024

A considerable part of Soviet television consisted of propaganda and ideology. However, when the new media emerged in then-occupied Lithuania, its development was limited by the Communist party on the one hand and influenced by Western radio broadcasts, Polish television production, and Western movies. This paper analyzes two unusual cases in Soviet Lithuanian television, which borrowed from and were indirectly yet highly influenced by their Western counterparts. The humourous TV series Petraičių šeimoje (1965–1972) and the four-part adventure movie Tadas Blinda (1972) were, and still are, some of the most popular TV productions from the Soviet period. Based on these examples, this study analyzes the influence of TV productions, as well as their popularity and relations with the ruling regime. Were they really considered Western in form and socialist in content or were they more a socialist form of national content? These questions are key in trying to determine the real purpose of these productions and their influence on Soviet Lithuanian society.
The Silences of Skåne: Sonic Representations of Space and Place in the Wallander Novels and Films
Authors: Huttunen Kaapo
Published: December 2024

The depiction of regional surroundings and natural conditions have often been seen as providing a sense of melancholy in Nordic noir, the distinctive form of crime fiction from the Nordic region, but also as a means to reflect the psychology of the characters and the socially critical themes of the narratives. In this regard, the Wallander novels, written by Henning Mankell (1948–2015), and also films and television series based on Mankell’s literature have often been given as prime examples. Thus far, how­ever, sounds have not been taken into consideration in the matter. Sounds are an important factor in creating spatial experience and a sense of place in film, television, and lit­erature. This article takes a comparative look at Wallander films and literature to examine sounds in the representa­tion of Skåne, the main location of Wallander. It finds that characteristic regional sounds – especially silence, considered here a soundscape and a subjective spatial experience – play an important role in the Wallander novels but less so in the films, which leads to notable differences regarding the representation of Skåne and the characterisa­tion of the main protagonist, Kurt Wallander, but also affects the narrative structure of the films.
Perspectives on the future of film education in Europe
Authors: Damásio Manuel José
Published: December 2024

This paper explores potential avenues for the future development of film education in Europe, emphasizing how ongoing technological, social, and institutional trans­formations affect both the medium of film in itself but also the pedagogical approaches implemented within film schools. Acknowledging rapid advancements like virtual and augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and shifting audience behaviors, the paper argues for a paradigm shift toward educating through film, rather than merely about it. The authors present FilmEU – one of the new “European Universities” Alliance – as a model for the future develop­ment of film education, highlighting its interdisciplinary and trans-European approach to creative arts. Additionally, the “Samsara” pedagogical framework is introduced. This is a pedagogical framework designed to foster a holistic learning experience that balances technical training with a broader media literacy and critical thinking focus. The paper advocates for innovative, project-driven approaches that enable film schools to remain relevant and impactful in the cultural and creative industries in the midst of the profound ongoing transformations.
Why stay here? Push and pull influencing migration of educated individuals in a disadvantaged region
Authors: Reissová Alice , Šimsová Jana , Nacházelová Eliška , Siviček Tomáš
Published: December 2024

Several typical negative phenomena can be observed in a structurally gion. Economic factors (often linked to higher unemployment rates, frastructure, and services) but also demographic factors (ageing role. The overall quality of life in a given locality is usually enced by leisure opportunities, environmental quality or crime to a combination of these factors that young and talented people gion. Structurally disadvantaged regions are paying considerable of the Brain Drain, as the exodus of highly skilled labour further and social situation. The aim of this study is to find out what push ence young, university-educated individuals to make migration focus on the individuals who live in the Ústí Region, one of the regions in the Czech Republic. Based on a qualitative analysis of cus groups, the main factors that are important for young people defined. Subsequently, a quantitative survey was conducted (N=462), university students under 25 years of age residing in the Ústí nad on Friedman’s ANOVA and subsequent post hoc analysis, the main gration were identified. Three main push factors (i.e. driving ’Opportunity to spend leisure time’; ’Good job’; and ’Convenient of residence’. Pull factors (i.e. what keeps individuals in the tions’ and ’Affordable housing’. The results of the study can be used to develop strategies for talent stabilization.

Highlights for public administration, management and planning:

Push and pull factors for migration decisions of university-educated in the structurally disadvantaged region are analysed.

Perception of push and pull factors is studied focusing on the spondent would be better off or worse off if they moved from the

Based on descriptive and statistical analysis, it was found that individuals mostly miss more cultural, sporting and social more leisure opportunities), a good job and a comfortable and to live in (push factors).

Pull factors, on the other hand, include social connections of birth) and affordable housing. Local municipalities can for retaining talent in the region on these findings.

Future research should delve deeper into social and psychological not yet been explored in detail.
Reimagining Pune with urban greenways integration
Authors: Hipparkar Dinesh , Keskar Yogesh , Rahmat Shahid
Published: December 2024

India’s unique geographical, economic, and cultural landscapes present distinct challenges and opportunities for developing greenways. Unlike their counterparts in the United States and Europe, Indian greenways must navigate fragmented and varied green spaces across different regions. This paper delves into the ecological, environmental, and planning advantages of greenways, proposing a methodology tailored for the Indian context. It outlines a comprehensive template for greenway design, drawing upon academic literature, satisfaction surveys, and insights from local ecological experts. The methodology is applied to a case study in Pune, Maharashtra, resulting in a template design for greenways network that seamlessly integrates the existing fragmented network of green paths. This paper further explores the integration of urban infrastructure by defining a non-motorized traffic network that connects metropolitan centers to the region’s rich cultural heritage resources. Embark on a journey to discover how greenways can revolutionize sustainable non-motorized transportation in India, transforming urban landscapes and fostering a healthier environment for all.

Highlights for public administration, management and planning:

The impacts of Urban Greenways in a city are nodal for non-motorized transportation with conservation of ecology.

Spatial assessment of Greenways is one of the important tasks for preparation of Development plan in Urban and Peri urban region.

An integrated Greenway design template has been prepared by taking into consideration various factors for the integration of greenway within the development plan with assessment of greenways as future scope
Assessment of the demand for cultural ecosystem services Action Group association of a case study from Slovakia
Authors: Hladká Alexandra , Izakovičová Zita , Petrovič František
Published: December 2024

This paper deals with the assessment of the demand for cultural using participatory mapping in the Local Action Group (LAG) ties of the White Carpathians and Trenčín Microregion and the Bošáčka vakia. CES as non-material services provided by ecosystems are development. While, tourism is not very developed in the case study of residents and visitors to the area were investigated and compared. per is to map the demand for CES, both from the perspective of and to propose appropriate forms of tourism for LAG municipalities ferent demand for CES. We collected the data using a questionnaire locations in the territory of the LAG from July to October in 2023, target groups (n=100 and n=108). Participatory mapping helped to locations in the country. Based on the results, we established a tance of locations in terms of tourism interest. The survey shows is influenced by the availability of the location as well as the about the area. In the case of attractive locations, both residents to tolerate the lack of tourism services such as small number of ing facilities, incomplete information or worse transport that high demand for CES prevails among residents and visitors in residents identified more locations where demand for CES occurs. search are of considerable importance in the implementation of the tem services in the territory development documents, since on their to strengthen and especially optimise the development of tourism

Highlights for public administration, management and planning:

This paper assesses demand for cultural ecosystem services (CES) tory mapping within specific regions of Slovakia, with a focus velopment in less-visited areas.

Data collected from residents and visitors shows shared interest CES locations, where limited tourism infrastructure is tolerated natural and cultural appeal.

Findings provide insight for integrating CES demand into plans, aiming to enhance and optimize tourism sustainably based tor preferences.
Transition Trajectory: VAR Projections of Romania’s Shift to Renewable Energy
Authors: Pisică Andrei , Davidescu Adriana AnaMaria , AgafiȚei Marina-Diana , BolboaȘă Maria-Bianca , Gheorghe Mihai
Published: December 2024

Romania, along with many other nations, must take urgent action to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions to effectively address climate change. Through an examination of Romania’s renewable energy potential and strategies for transitioning to a more sustainable energy system, this study employs a Vector Autoregressive (VAR) model to explore the complex dynamic interrelationships between various energy sources within Romania including solar power, hydropower, coal, and natural gas. The results indicate that increased production of renewable resources, particularly solar and hydroelectric energy, serves to diminish reliance on fossil fuels by negatively impacting thermal energy output. Impulse response functions reveal that short-term shocks to thermal energy production lead to temporary decreases in solar and nuclear energy generation, followed by a gradual stabilisation, while variance decomposition analysis underscores solar energy's pivotal role in influencing other energy sources. The findings highlight Romania’s ability to replace polluting sources with environmentally friendly alternatives, implying that policies aimed at diversifying the energy mix, investing in green infrastructure development, and fostering innovation across industries are fundamental. Such strategies not only enhance Romania's energy sustainability over the long term but also contribute to broader economic growth and environmental protection objectives.
An Improved SOGI-Higher-Order Sliding Mode Observer-Based Induction Motor Speed Estimation
Authors: Enyam Kobena Badu , Effah Francis Boafo , Hammond Desmond
Published: December 2024

This article presents a novel adaptive gain tuning second-order generalised integrator (SOGI)-higher-order sliding mode (HOSM) observer for robust speed estimation for an induction motor’s entire speed range. This article introduces a hyperbolic tangent function and a varying gain exponent that ensures accurate speed estimation under noisy conditions and significantly reduces chattering observed in conventional sliding mode observers (SMOs). The robustness of the proposed speed estimation method is verified through simulations conducted on MATLAB/Simulink R2024a developed by MathWorks, demonstrating its capability to effectively track the motor’s actual speed even under varying load torque conditions, parameter variations and additional sensor noise. The proposed approach’s superiority and robustness were compared with the conventional SOGI-frequency locked loop (FLL) and super twisting algorithm (STA) SMO.
Technology-enhanced Assessment and Feedback Practices: A Systematic Literature Review to Explore Academic Development Models
Authors: Picasso Federica
Published: December 2024

In the current higher education context, the development of academics’ competencies seems to be a crucial issue, with a strong focus on teaching, learning and assessment digital skills (Redecker & Punie, 2017). In connection with the framework of DigCompEdu (2017), it seems important to understand how to better sustain academics’ new professionalisation as Digital Scholars (Weller, 2011) in order to structure efficient and effective academic development models aimed at fostering new teaching skills required at university in the post pandemic era.

This systematic literature review, developed following the PRISMA model (Moher et al., 2009), aims to investigate existing academic development actions, programmes and models in the international literature to scaffold university teachers' digital competences, with particular focus on technology-enhanced assessment (TEA) and feedback practices. The results point out a real attention on the topic of academic development to promote digital competences, but it seems that the area of TEA academic development models and practices is under-researched and therefore requires further investigation. This paper presents approaches and strategies to promote the use of technology in assessment and drafts perspectives for the future.
Fostering Sustainable Behavior through Informal Education on Social Media: The Role of Instagram in Shaping Student Lifestyles
Authors: Bush Annika , Löns Maike
Published: December 2024

In today's digital society, the quest for sustainable development requires a paradigm shift in policy making, education, and individual lifestyle choices. This study explores the impact of informal education through communication technologies, with a specific focus on the social media network Instagram, to promote education for sustainable development and resulting sustainable behaviors. Based on the understanding that informal learning plays a crucial role in shaping individual attitudes and behaviors, our research seeks to uncover how students learn about sustainability in a less structured, more spontaneous manner through social media. Using a semi-structured interview methodology, the study examines the impact of sustainability education on Instagram and its role in shaping sustainable lifestyles among student users. The findings highlight the importance of emotional connection to the learning content and the relevance of the topics to everyday life. Having role models and practical tips seems to be crucial not only for learning about sustainability, but also for promoting sustainable behavior. With its various format options and different content creators, Instagram seems to be an ideal medium to raise awareness about sustainability and encourage users to take concrete sustainable actions.
Electric vs. Internal Combustion Vehicles: A Multi-Regional Life Cycle Assessment Comparison for Environmental Sustainability
Authors: Mendziņš Kārlis , Barisa Aiga
Published: December 2024

The growing concern for environmental sustainability has sparked a shift towards electric vehicles as a more environmentally friendly alternative to internal combustion engine vehicles (ICEVs). This review paper comprehensively incorporates a wide range of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) studies to conduct a detailed comparison of the environmental impact of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and internal combustion engine vehicles (ICEV) in different regions and under various scenarios. The analysis encompasses recent research from various years and diverse locations, such as the USA, Spain, Poland, Germany, the Czech Republic, China, and Japan. The LCA evaluations yield significant insights into the global warming potential (GWP) represented by CO2 equivalent emissions per vehicle kilometre over their lifespan. The findings also emphasize that BEVs charged with renewable energy offer greater environmental benefits than biofuel-driven cars. Furthermore, the study incorporates various future scenarios, such as the widespread adoption of renewable energies, which could lead to substantial reductions in CO2eq emissions. However, the comparative analysis reveals varying impacts for BEVs in different regions, particularly highlighting the importance of the electricity mix used to charge BEV batteries. Overall, the review paper serves as a valuable contribution to the broader aim of understanding transport drivetrain implications on environment. Integrating diverse LCA assessments can inform sustainable transportation policies and practices.
Figurative Language, Emotion and Ideology in U.S. and Russian Geopolitical Narratives Towards Africa
Authors: Kante Issa
Published: December 2024

This corpus-based study focuses on the revival of the geopolitical struggle in Africa between the U.S. and Russia (Stronski, 2019; Cohen, 2020). I investigate a corpus of speeches given by the Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and the U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken during their respective visits to Africa in July and August 2022. On the one hand, I examine to what extent the two antagonists combine figurative language with various discursive and psycho-cognitive strategies in order to sustain and convey their ideological standpoint and their geopolitical agenda in Africa. On the other hand, I analyze how they select and construe some particular lexical units and structures, literally or figuratively, for the sake of foregrounding or backgrounding events, participants, and the relationships between them. Finally, based on a sample of reactions to the narratives, section (2.5) deals with their socio-cognitive perceptions by the African leaders and people.
Gestural Ways of Depicting Metaphors and Abstract Concepts
Authors: Kraśnicka Izabela
Published: December 2024

The aim of the article is to present ways in which gestures combine with the verbal layer of an utterance, thus reflecting embodied thinking and the rooting of abstract concepts in human bodily experience. The article discusses two different ways in which gestures, described in the literature as metaphoric, illustrate both linguistically expressed metaphors and abstract concepts that are not verbally expressed as metaphors. The data analyzed in this paper have been taken from speeches of politicians and other public figures.
Constraining Metaphor and Metonymy in Language and Depiction: A Cognitive Semiotics Approach
Authors: Zlatev Jordan
Published: December 2024

In cognitive semiotics, metaphor and metonymy are crucially treated as special forms of sign use. In contrast, researchers in cognitive linguistics have extended the scope of metaphor and metonymy far beyond the traditional understanding of these semiotic figures based on, respectively, iconicity and contiguity into purely mental processes. I argue that this has led to unbounded over-extension, and general confusion about what metaphor and metonymy actually are, and thus on how to be able to reliably identify them in language and other semiotic systems like gesture and depiction. There is therefore an urgent need to constrain the concepts of metaphor and metonymy to more reasonable proportions, and in this article I propose such a more constrained approach, using the Motivation & Sedimentation Model (MSM) of meaning-making. For the purpose, I spell out an integrated definition of metaphor and metonymy along traditional lines, but not limiting them to language. I illustrate the applicability of this definition by offering analyses of political cartoons, showing how the two semiotic figures interact in complex ways, sometimes allowing for different interpretations.
Cognition, Relevance and Ideology Formation through Travel Documentaries: A Longitudinal Approach to Audiences
Authors: Castaldi Jacopo
Published: December 2024

The paper proposes a novel longitudinal approach to the study of the rhetorical effects of media by combining Audience Research (e.g. Schrøder et al., 2003), Social Semiotics (e.g. Kress and van Leeuwen, 1996, 2001; van Leeuwen, 1999; Machin and Mayr, 2012) and Relevance Theory (Sperber and Wilson, 1995). After introducing a more nuanced model of RT’s contextual effect, the paper reports an empirical case study to explicate the methodological approach. Evidence is provided that a specific text can have a long-lasting effect on an audience: a hierarchy of effects and the cognitive circumstances under which this may happen are discussed.
On The Gradability of Metaphor
Authors: Bierwiaczonek Bogusław
Published: December 2024

My purpose in this paper is to demonstrate that metaphor should be viewed as a gradable conceptual phenomenon, and to elucidate further the notion of minimal metaphoric mapping between subordinate level concepts dominated by the same basic level category, which I called “syntaphor” in my previous studies. Since the concepts involved in metaphor represent different conceptual distances, metaphor appears to be gradable, starting from the lowest level of syntaphors through the level of close metaphors, to the level of distant and maximally distant metaphors, which have been the focus of interest in most cognitive studies of metaphor so far. In Section 1 I describe briefly an approach to metaphor from the point of view of the theory of categorization, whereby metaphor is defined in terms of mappings between concepts rather than domains. Section 2 presents the notion and four degrees of conceptual distance between the concepts involved in metaphor based on the subordinate, basic and superordinate levels of categorization. In Section 3 four kinds of metaphor are distinguished depending on three degrees of conceptual distance between the source and the target concepts: distant metaphors, close metaphors and syntaphors. The role of syntaphors is further discussed in polysemy and novel metaphors. Some of the crucial aspects of syntaphors are highlighted when they are compared with image metaphors. The most important implications of the study for the theory of metaphor are presented in Conclusions.
A Cognitive Semiotic Perspective on Gestural Meaning-Making: Phenomenological Triangulation, Embodiment, and Consciousness
Authors: Konderak Piotr
Published: December 2024

The paper presents a cognitive semiotic perspective on spontaneous gesturing (or singular gestures), understood as spontaneous co-speech embodied activity, devoid of linguistic properties, and not conforming to social conventions. In line with the cognitive-semiotic attitude, the paper addresses the so far underexplored methodological issue of complementing third-person methods of gesture studies with first- and second-person perspectives on speech and gesturing in line with phenomenological triangulation. Merleau-Ponty’s ideas presented in Phenomenology of Perception are the starting point for the exploration of aspects of a phenomenological view of gestural meaning-making. Gesturing, as a meaning-making activity, is analyzed in terms of embodied accomplishment of meaning. Gestural bodily activity is subsequently analyzed in terms of pre-reflective self-consciousness and reflective self-consciousness. The paper is intended as a contribution to studies on the phenomenology of gesturing, with perspectives for further research sketched in the concluding section.
Gentzen and Temporal Sequents
Authors: Indrzejczak Andrzej
Published: December 2024

The paper presents a comparison of two generalised sequent calculi for temporal logics. In both cases the main technical solution is the multiplication of the sorts of sequents and, additionally, the application of some kind of labelling to formulae. The first approach was proposed by Kaziemierz Trzęsicki at the 1980s. The second, called Multiple Sequent Calculus (MSC), was proposed in the beginning of the present century. Both approaches are examples of the family of multisequent calculi.
Selected Methods of Rejecting Arguments for Determinism in Tense Logic Systems
Authors: Surowik Dariusz
Published: December 2024

In this article we will consider the application of tense logics enriched with additional modal operators or additional logical values to construct logical systems in which the thesis of logical determinism cannot be expressed.
Intuitionism and Logical Determinism
Authors: Surowik Dariusz
Published: December 2024

In this article, we will consider the application of intuitionistic tense logics to construct logical systems in which the thesis of logical determinism cannot be expressed.
The Ranunculus auricomus L. complex (Ranunculaceae) in Croatia
Authors: Dunkel Franz G.
Published: December 2024

Zusammenfassung: In einer vorläufigen Übersicht des Ranunculus auricomus-Komplexes in Kroatien werden 24 Arten vorgestellt. Neu für Kroatien sind Nachweise von R. cassubicifolius W.Koch und R. poldinioides Dunkel. Insgesamt werden 18 Arten als neu für die Wissenschaft beschrieben und abgebildet, darunter die als Diploide besonders bemerkenswerten R. mutilicensis und R. slavonianus, sowie weiter R. albimonasterius, R. baranjanus, R. croaticola, R. divisior, R. dobranus, R. dravus, R. gradiscanus, R. istriacoides, R. marinianaënsis, R. plitvicensis, R. posavinanus, R. rondocroaticus, R. schlosseri, R. slavopontinus, R. turopoljensis, und R. velebiticus.

In this article, 24 species of the Ranunculus auricomus complex of Croatia are presented. New indications for Croatia include R. cassubicifolius W.Koch and R. poldinioides Dunkel. In total 18 species are described as new to science among them the two diploids R. mutilicensis Dunkel and R. slavonianus Dunkel being of special interest and the polyploids R. albimonasterius, R. baranjanus, R. croaticola, R. divisior, R. dobranus, R. dravus, R. gradiscanus, R. istriacoides, R. marinianaënsis, R. plitvicensis, R. posavinanus, R. rondocroaticus, R. schlosseri, R. slavopontinus, R. turopoljensis, and R. velebiticus.
Strengthening Halal Brand and Awareness in the Halal-Based Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Industry in Indonesia
Authors: Minabari Eka Safitri , Syafar Arsyad Muh Rezky Pangeran
Published: December 2024

The Halal Industry is the answer to Indonesia's economic potential. This study aims to discuss the strengthening of halal brands and awareness in this halal industry, namely the halal pharmaceutical and cosmetic sectors in Indonesia. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method with a literature study where researchers collect data through discussions from books, journals, trusted websites, and other relevant research. The results of this study show that strengthening halal brands and awareness is one of the strategies in the core halal industry, the pharmaceutical and cosmetic sectors. The core halal industry has two sectors: the Halal Food and Beverage and the Halal Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic. However, this study focuses on the Halal Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Sector, where the halal brand is an awareness for the Muslim community in Indonesia that halal products are good to use and are governed by Islamic law.
The Influence of Educational Infrastructure and Interests on Student Learning Outcomes in Social Sciences Subjects at SMPN 3 Lhoknga
Authors: Ismail Ismail , Mustofa Achmad , Aprilia Raihan , Anggraini Irma
Published: December 2024

Hasil belajar siswa merupakan kemampuan yang diperoleh anak setelah melalui kegiatan pembelajaran. Hasil belajar dapat dipengaruhi oleh beberapa faktor, antara lain sarana pendidikan dan minat belajar. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui: (1) Pengaruh sarana prasarana pendidikan terhadap hasil belajar siswa mata pelajaran IPS di SMPN 3 Lhoknga; (2) Pengaruh minat belajar terhadap hasil belajar siswa mata pelajaran IPS di SMPN 3 Lhoknga; (3) Pengaruh sarana prasarana pendidikan dan minat belajar terhadap hasil belajar siswa mata pelajaran IPS di SMPN 3 Lhoknga. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan metode deskriptif. Teknik pengambilan sampel dalam penelitian ini menggunakan teknik sensus sampling dengan jumlah sampel sebanyak 58 orang. Data dalam penelitian ini dikumpulkan dengan cara menyebarkan angket kepada responden dan mendokumentasikan hasil belajar siswa. Teknik analisis data yang digunakan adalah uji normalitas, analisis regresi linier berganda, koefisien determinasi, dan uji hipotesis meliputi uji t dan uji F. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa: (1) Terdapat pengaruh yang positif dan signifikan antara sarana prasarana terhadap pendidikan hasil belajar siswa; (2) Terdapat pengaruh positif dan signifikan antara minat belajar dengan hasil belajar; (3) Terdapat pengaruh positif dan signifikan antara sarana dan prasarana pendidikan, minat belajar secara bersama-sama dengan hasil belajar.