bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Deep Learning Labeling Method for Material Microstructure Image Segmentation
Authors: Wang Xuandong , Su Hang , Li Nan , Chen Ying , Yang Yilin , Meng Huimin
Published: November 2023

In the existing deep learning modeling process for material microstructure image segmentation, the manual pixel labeling process is time-consuming and laborious. In order to achieve fast and high-accuracy modeling, this work proposes a convenient deep learning labeling method and a workflow for generating a synthetic image data set. Firstly, a series of label templates was prepared by referring to the distribution of the material microstructure. Then, the typical textures of different microstructures were box-selected in the images to be segmented to form texture templates. The manual pixel labeling was simplified to the box-selection of the typical microstructure texture. Finally, a synthetic data set can be generated using the label and texture templates for further deep learning model training. Two image cases containing multiple types of microstructures were used to verify the labeling method and workflow. The results show that the pixel segmentation accuracy of the deep learning model for the test images reaches 95.92% and 95.40%, respectively. The modeling workflow can be completed within 20 min, and the labeling time that requires manual participation is within 10 min, significantly reducing the modeling time compared to traditional methods where the labeling process may take several hours.
Optimization of Energy Storage Allocation in Wind Energy Storage Combined System Based on Improved Sand Cat Swarm Optimization Algorithm
Authors: Zhang Jinhua , Xue Xinzhi , Li Dongfeng , Yan Jie , Cheng Peng
Published: November 2023

In order to improve the operation reliability and new energy consumption rate of the combined wind–solar storage system, an optimal allocation method for the capacity of the energy storage system (ESS) based on the improved sand cat swarm optimization algorithm is proposed. First, based on the structural analysis of the combined system, an optimization model of energy storage configuration is established with the objectives of the lowest total investment cost of the ESS, the lowest load loss rate and the lowest new energy abandonment rate, which not only takes into account the economy of energy storage construction for investors and builders, but also reduces the probability of blackout for users to protect their interests and improves the utilization rate of the natural resources of wind and light, which can achieve a multi-win–win situation. The model can realize the win–win situation in many aspects. Secondly, an improved k-means clustering algorithm is used to cluster the renewable energy power and load data to realize the typical day data extraction. Then, for the proposed multi-objective optimization model, an SCSO is proposed based on the triangular wandering strategy, Lévy flight strategy and lens imaging reverse learning improvement, which can help the algorithm to jump out of the local optimum while improving its global optimization ability, and these improvements can significantly improve the optimization effect of the SCSO. Finally, simulation analysis is carried out in combination with typical daily extraction data, and the results verify the advantages and effectiveness of the proposed model and algorithm.
Fuzzy Gain Scheduling of the Fractional-Order PID Controller for a Continuous Stirred-Tank Reactor Process
Authors: Wase Minyamer Gelawe , Gebrekirstos Rahel Fitwi , Jin Gang-Gyoo , So Gun-Baek
Published: November 2023

In most chemical industries, continuous stirred-tank reactors (CSTRs) are essential for the production of chemicals. The CSTR process is highly nonlinear and has both stable and unstable equilibrium points. Control system engineers face a difficult issue when designing a single controller for temperature control in both stable and unstable areas. Due to these problems, implementing the conventional proportional-integral-derivative (PID) controller may lead to instability in controlled variables. Therefore, in this paper, the entire operating region is divided into three regions. The fractional-order PID controller as a local controller is designed in each operating region to control the temperature, and its parameters are tuned with a genetic algorithm by minimizing the integral of absolute error and control input change with a weighting factor. Then, a fuzzy gain scheduling scheme based on the Tagaki-Sugno fuzzy model is used to properly interpolate the outputs of the local controllers. A set of simulations are carried out to demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed controller, and its performance is compared with that of an adaptive nonlinear controller and fuzzy gain scheduling of the PID controller.
EMG and IMU Data Fusion for Locomotion Mode Classification in Transtibial Amputees
Authors: Gonzales-Huisa Omar A. , Oshiro Gonzalo , Abarca Victoria E. , Chavez-Echajaya Jorge G. , Elias Dante A.
Published: November 2023

Despite recent advancements in prosthetic technology, lower-limb amputees often remain limited to passive prostheses, which leads to an asymmetric gait and increased energy expenditure. Developing active prostheses with effective control systems is important to improve mobility for these individuals. This study presents a machine-learning-based approach to classify five distinct locomotion tasks: ground-level walking (GWL), ramp ascent (RPA), ramp descent (RPD), stairs ascent (SSA), and stairs descent (SSD). The dataset comprises fused electromyographic (EMG) and inertial measurement unit (IMU) signals from twenty non-amputated and five transtibial amputated participants. EMG sensors were strategically positioned on the thigh muscles, while IMU sensors were placed on various leg segments. The performance of two classification algorithms, support vector machine (SVM) and long short-term memory (LSTM), were evaluated on segmented data. The results indicate that SVM models outperform LSTM models in accuracy, precision, and F1 score in the individual evaluation of amputee and non-amputee datasets for 80–20 and 50–50 data distributions. In the 80–20 distribution, an accuracy of 95.46% and 95.35% was obtained with SVM for non-amputees and amputees, respectively. An accuracy of 93.33% and 93.30% was obtained for non-amputees and amputees by using LSTM, respectively. LSTM models show more robustness and inter-population generalizability than SVM models when applying domain-adaptation techniques. Furthermore, the average classification latency for SVM and LSTM models was 19.84 ms and 37.07 ms, respectively, within acceptable limits for real-time applications. This study contributes to the field by comprehensively comparing SVM and LSTM classifiers for locomotion tasks, laying the foundation for the future development of real-time control systems for active transtibial prostheses.
First Steps in Developing a Fast, Cheap, and Reliable Method to Distinguish Wild Mushroom and Truffle Species
Authors: Ferreira Inês , Dias Teresa , Melo Juliana , Mouazen Abdul Mounem , Cruz Cristina
Published: November 2023

Wild mushrooms and truffles (MT) are important resources, which can contribute to the socioeconomic sustainability of forestry ecosystems. However, not all wild MT are edible. Fast, cheap, and reliable methods that distinguish wild MT species (including the deadly ones) can contribute to valuing these important forest resources. Here, we tested if wild MT species, and their edibility, could be distinguished based on their aroma profiles (i.e., smellprints). For that, we combined the use of the electronic nose with classification models (linear discriminant analysis (LDA) and partial least squares discriminant analysis (PLS-DA)) to distinguish between 14 wild MT species (including edible and non-edible species) collected in Portugal. The 14 wild MT species could be accurately distinguished using LDA (93% accuracy), while the edible and non-edible species could be accurately distinguished using both LDA and PLS-DA (97% and 99% accuracy, respectively). Keeping in mind that our methodological design’s feasibility was verified using a small sample, the data show the potential of the combined use of the electronic nose with discriminant analysis to distinguish wild MT species and their edibility based on their aromatic profile. Although a larger dataset will be necessary to develop a quick and reliable identification method, it shows potential to be as accurate as the identification performed by mycologists and molecular biology, yet requiring less technical training, and the analyses are cheaper and faster.
Passive Acoustic Sampling Enhances Traditional Herpetofauna Sampling Techniques in Urban Environments
Authors: Barnes Isabelle L. , Quinn John E.
Published: November 2023

Data are needed to assess the relationships between urbanization and biodiversity to establish conservation priorities. However, many of these relationships are difficult to fully assess using traditional research methods. To address this gap and evaluate new acoustic sensors and associated data, we conducted a multimethod analysis of biodiversity in a rapidly urbanizing county: Greenville, South Carolina, USA. We conducted audio recordings at 25 points along a development gradient. At the same locations, we used refugia tubes, visual assessments, and an online database. Analysis focused on species identification of both audio and visual data at each point along the trail to determine relationships between both herpetofauna and acoustic indices (as proxies for biodiversity) and environmental gradient of land use and land cover. Our analysis suggests the use of a multitude of different sampling methods to be conducive to the completion of a more comprehensive occupancy measure. Moving forward, this research protocol can potentially be useful in the establishment of more effective wildlife occupancy indices using acoustic sensors to move toward future conservation policies and efforts concerning urbanization, forest fragmentation, and biodiversity in natural, particularly forested, ecosystems.
A Hybrid Deep Learning Emotion Classification System Using Multimodal Data
Authors: Kim Dong-Hwi , Son Woo-Hyeok , Kwak Sung-Shin , Yun Tae-Hyeon , Park Ji-Hyeok , Lee Jae-Dong
Published: November 2023

This paper proposes a hybrid deep learning emotion classification system (HDECS), a hybrid multimodal deep learning system designed for emotion classification in a specific national language. Emotion classification is important in diverse fields, including tailored corporate services, AI advancement, and more. Additionally, most sentiment classification techniques in speaking situations are based on a single modality: voice, conversational text, vital signs, etc. However, analyzing these data presents challenges because of the variations in vocal intonation, text structures, and the impact of external stimuli on physiological signals. Korean poses challenges in natural language processing, including subject omission and spacing issues. To overcome these challenges and enhance emotion classification performance, this paper presents a case study using Korean multimodal data. The case study model involves retraining two pretrained models, LSTM and CNN, until their predictions on the entire dataset reach an agreement rate exceeding 0.75. Predictions are used to generate emotional sentences appended to script data, which are further processed using BERT for final emotion prediction. The research result is evaluated by using categorical cross-entropy (CCE) to measure the difference between the model’s predictions and actual labels, F1 score, and accuracy. According to the evaluation, the case model outperforms the existing KLUE/roBERTa model with improvements of 0.5 in CCE, 0.09 in accuracy, and 0.11 in F1 score. As a result, the HDECS is expected to perform well not only on Korean multimodal datasets but also on sentiment classification considering the speech characteristics of various languages and regions.
Secure Hydrogen Production Analysis and Prediction Based on Blockchain Service Framework for Intelligent Power Management System
Authors: Jamil Harun , Qayyum Faiza , Iqbal Naeem , Khan Murad Ali , Naqvi Syed Shehryar Ali , Khan Salabat , Kim Do Hyeun
Published: November 2023

The rapid adoption of hydrogen as an eco-friendly energy source has necessitated the development of intelligent power management systems capable of efficiently utilizing hydrogen resources. However, guaranteeing the security and integrity of hydrogen-related data has become a significant challenge. This paper proposes a pioneering approach to ensure secure hydrogen data analysis by integrating blockchain technology, enhancing trust, transparency, and privacy in handling hydrogen-related information. Combining blockchain with intelligent power management systems makes the efficient utilization of hydrogen resources feasible. Using smart contracts and distributed ledger technology facilitates secure data analysis (SDA), real-time monitoring, prediction, and optimization of hydrogen-based power systems. The effectiveness and performance of the proposed approach are demonstrated through comprehensive case studies and simulations. Notably, our prediction models, including ABiLSTM, ALSTM, and ARNN, consistently delivered high accuracy with MAE values of approximately 0.154, 0.151, and 0.151, respectively, enhancing the security and efficiency of hydrogen consumption forecasts. The blockchain-based solution offers enhanced security, integrity, and privacy for hydrogen data analysis, thus advancing clean and sustainable energy systems. Additionally, the research identifies existing challenges and outlines future directions for further enhancing the proposed system. This study adds to the growing body of research on blockchain applications in the energy sector, specifically on secure hydrogen data analysis and intelligent power management systems.
The Future of War Is Civil War
Authors: Betz David
Published: November 2023

This essay discusses the more potent forces driving the West toward a future of war which is civil war centred upon the destruction of ‘global’ cities through exploitation of their intrinsic instability. The first part of this essay will establish the plausibility of its main premise, namely the inevitability of outright, active, and wide-scale civil war in North America and Western Europe. I shall demonstrate that there are well-understood indicators showing that our current societal arrangements are failing at an accelerating rate. The second part will briefly address the strengths and weaknesses of the extant future war literature, focusing mainly upon influential works of fiction rather than the quasi-rigorous outpourings of the ‘futurology’ discipline. In the third part, I will describe the shape or character of the wars to come which, in short form, I expect to exhibit the following: a distinctive rural versus urban dimension; jarring societal splits along the fracture lines of multiculturalism; a ‘hi-lo’ mix of weapons featuring extensive innovative reuse of civil tech for military purpose, particularly attacks on infrastructure; and a ‘shock of the old’ reversion-mutation to savage tactics, notably the use of famine and destruction of shelter as tools of coercion. This last section of the paper is partly based on approximately ten years of examining the darker corners of the internet listening to what incipient revolutionaries, neo-anarchists, and want-to-be militiamen think and talk about.
Biochar Improves Soil Fertility and Crop Performance: A Case Study of Nigeria
Authors: Zubairu Abdulrahman Maina , Michéli Erika , Ocansey Caleb Melenya , Boros Norbert , Rétháti Gabriella , Lehoczky Éva , Gulyás Miklós
Published: November 2023

Africa, specifically Nigeria, has witnessed a dramatic increase in population over the last century, prompting efforts to ensure sustainable food production and quality. Concerns for soil sustainability and food security have led to the exploration of cost-effective methods, such as biochar, to enhance soil quality. Researchers in Nigeria and Africa as a whole have investigated biochar’s potential to improve soil fertility and crop performance across various agroecological zones. This paper aims to review recent biochar research priorities on soil fertility and crop performance with an emphasis on various sole biochar applications and combinations with fertilizers to determine the research gaps that need to be developed more in biochar research in Nigeria. From the papers reviewed, sole biochar applications and biochar + macronutrients and biochar + manure combinations were studied more dominantly, while biochar + micronutrients research projects were scanty despite their low content in the semi-arid soils of Nigeria. The studies were spread across the country with the majority taking place in derived savanna and humid forest, while Sudan savanna and Sahel savanna received less research attention despite being characterized by a low-fertile soil and vast area of land. Research involving BC in the context of Sahel savanna (SLS) and Sudan savanna (SS) soils is strongly encouraged in Nigeria. This research should encompass a wide range of investigations, including sole BC applications and combinations of BC with macronutrients, micronutrients, and manure, as well as exploring its potential as a slow-release fertilizer. Incorporating exclusive biochar in substantial amounts appears economically unfeasible within the context of local biochar production. However, it can be utilized in the synthesis of slow-release fertilizers, requiring smaller quantities and potentially offering cost-effectiveness. This approach enhances soil condition and crop productivity. Challenges are faced due to less commercial production as a result of inadequate power and structural facilities. Exploring the modification of local biochar for slow-release fertilizers through future research offers potential profitability.
Cytoreduction Plus Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy in Primary and Recurrent Ovarian Cancer: A Single-Center Cohort Study
Authors: Framarini Massimo , D’Acapito Fabrizio , Di Pietrantonio Daniela , Tauceri Francesca , Di Lorenzo Paolo , Solaini Leonardo , Ercolani Giorgio
Published: November 2023

Epithelial ovarian cancer (EOC) is the most frequent cause of death among women with gynecologic malignant tumors. Primary debulking surgery (PDS) with maximal surgical effort to reach completeness of cytoreduction, followed by chemotherapy, has become the standard of care; moreover, some experiences have shown that a comprehensive treatment approach of surgery combined with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) could improve the prognosis of ovarian cancer. We carried out a retrospective analysis of all consecutive sixty-six patients diagnosed with primary advanced or recurrent ovarian cancer who underwent debulking surgery plus HIPEC in a single center between September 2005 and October 2020. For 33 patients with primary EOC, with a median follow-up period of 70 months, the median overall survival was 56 months (range: 48.1–96.9); and the median disease-free survival (DFS) was 13 months (range: 19.9–53.7). In the recurrent population, the median follow-up period was 78 months, the median overall survival (OS) was 82 months (range: 48.1–96.9), and the median DFS was 17 months (range: 19.7–53.0). In our study, we have found that CRS plus HIPEC is feasible, with very low rates of major complications and good results in terms of overall survival.
MANEJO E PERFIL DE CÃES ATENDIDOS NA SUPERINTENDÊNCIA UNIDADE HOSPITALAR VETERINÁRIA DA UNIVERSIDADE FEDERAL DA FRONTEIRA SUL E SUAS IMPLICAÇÕES NO BEM-ESTAR ANIMAL
Authors: De Jesus Leticia Viviane , Cervo Luciana Velasques , Taveira Layane Lina Maia , Camilotti Laura Antonia , Wagner Tainá Caroline Leite , Rocha Tais dos Santos , Laux Raissa Lopes , Prates Izadora Fernanda Gomes , Benvegnú Dalila  Moter
Published: November 2023

O bem-estar animal normalmente pode ser mensurado por três abordagens distintas, no qual a primeira envolve as funções biológicas e fisiológicas, a segunda abrange questões neuropsicológicas, e a terceira a manifestação dos comportamentos naturais. Neste contexto o objetivo deste estudo foi identificar a qualidade de vida de 249 cães atendidos na Superintendência Unidade Hospitalar Veterinária da Universidade Federal da Fronteira Sul (SUHVU) – Campus Realeza/PR. Para tal, foi realizado coletas de dados retrospectivos no período de janeiro de 2020 à julho de 2021, no qual,  foram obtidos os seguintes resultados: 72,3% dos cães eram domiciliados, 14,1% eram domiciliados e estavam sob responsabilidade de tutor em situação de vulnerabilidade social, no qual se encontravam cadastrados no Cadastro Único e 13,7% eram cães errantes. Em relação a fertilidade, 73,1% não eram castrados e 26,9% eram castrados. Com relação ao sexo 60,4% dos cães eram fêmeas e 39,6% eram machos. No que se refere a alimentação 52,9% eram alimentados por comida e ração, 36,6% somente ração e 10,5% apenas comida. Acerca do comportamento, 79,9% eram dóceis, 10,4% agressivos, 5,2% medrosos e 4,4% inquietos. A respeito da vacinação 75,6% dos animais receberam algum tipo de vacina, enquanto que 24,4% nunca foram vacinados. No entanto, somente 38,5% dos cães que foram vacinados alguma vez, receberam a vacina contra a raiva. No que diz respeito a vermifugação, 66,4% estavam atualizados, 19,8% desatualizados e 13,8% nunca receberam vermífugo. Quanto ao acesso à rua, 60,2% possuíam acesso com a presença ou ausência do tutor, ou mesmo acesso livre em se tratando de cães errantes e 39,8% não possuíam acesso. Em relação à presença de ectoparasitas 55,8% não apresentavam e 44,2% apresentavam. Além disso, foram analisadas alterações hematológicas e parâmetros bioquímicos, sendo que 48,8% dos animais apresentaram alteração no hemograma, sendo 18,4% identificados com anemia, apresentando também hematócrito inferior, valores de proteínas plasmáticas e albumina diminuídos e valores de ureia e creatinina aumentados. Em relação, a mobilidade obtivemos prevalência de 95% de cães vivendo de forma solta no ambiente que são mantidos, em contrapartida 5% dos cães sendo mantidos presos. Assim, espera-se que estes dados contribuam para o direcionamento de ações para promoção da saúde e do bem-estar animal no município de Realeza – PR.
Educación sanitaria a la persona con diabetes mellitus: introducción
Authors: Reina Bueno María , Vázquez Bautista María del Carmen , Palomo Toucedo Inmaculada Concepción , González López José Rafael
Published: November 2023

Serie de vídeos didácticos dedicados a la educación sanitaria de la persona con Diabetes Mellitus. El objetivo del recurso es favorecer la transmisión de los conocimientos al paciente en el autocuidado de los pies para potenciar conductas que potencien su autoprotección y aumentar su motivación y habilidades que faciliten la adherencia a este tipo de actuaciones. Orientado a las personas con diabetes, a los profesionales y estudiantes del ámbito de la Salud.
مفهوم البيانات الضخمة في مهنة التمريض
Authors: جرادات رائـــد علي
Published: November 2023

المقدمة: تعتبر البيانات الضخمة مفهومًا مهمًا لتخصصات الرعاية ، مثل التمريض والطب ، وقد أتاح التطور السريع للتكنولوجيا كميات هائلة من البيانات المتاحة وقابلة للتحقيق في أي وقت وفي أي مكان حول العالم. وليس هناك تعريف محدد لهذا المفهوم في التمريض والهدف من هذه الدراسة تحديد المعنى لمفهوم البيانات الضخمة في مجال التمريض

الطريقة:  تم استخدام معايير مورس وزملائة نضج المفاهيم كإطار عمل. تم إجراء مراجعة الأدبيات لمفهوم البيانات الضخمة لتقييم المبادئ المنطقية والمعرفية واللغوية والبراغماتية. تم استرداد أدبيات البيانات الضخمة من خلال البحث في الفهرس التراكمي للتمريض والأدب الصحي المساعد (CINAHL) و MEDLINE و PubMed و Google Scholar. كانت مصطلحات البحث المستخدمة هي البيانات الضخمة، وتحليل البيانات الضخمة، والبيانات الضخمة والتمريض، وعلوم البيانات. وخلصت الدراسة الى انه اصبحت البيانات الضخمة مؤخرًا مصطلحًا شائعًا بين الباحثين ومتخصصي تكنولوجيا المعلومات وكذلك المتخصصين في مجال الصحة. على الرغم من أن معنى المفهوم لا يزال غير واض، إلا أنه يحمل وعودًا كبيرة لتحسين جودة الرعاية الصحية. على الرغم من أن مفهوم البيانات الضخمة قد جذب انتباه العلماء في تخصص التمريض، إلا أن عدم وجود تعريف موحد للمفهوم يحد من استخدام البيانات الضخمة في أبحاث التمريض. مع كل تعقيداته، أصبح المفهوم أكثر انتشارًا بشكل متزايد، ويؤثر على طريقة تعلم العاملين في مجال التمريض وممارستها وإجراء البحوث وتطوير السياسة. ويمكن أن يساعد تحديد المفهوم بطريقة متسقة على تشخيص وعلاج المشكلات المتعلقة بالصحة وتعزيز جودة الرعاية الصحية
Exploring the effect of interface properties between CeO
x
electron transport layer and MAPbI3 perovskite layer on solar cell performances through numerical simulation
Authors: Haque Md. Mahfuzul , Mahjabin Samiya , Rashid M. J. , Alharbi Hamad F. , Suemasu Takashi , Akhtaruzzaman Md.
Published: November 2023

Organo-metal halide perovskite solar cells (PSCs) have received a lot of attention to the photovoltaic research community, mainly due to the rapid development of their cell performances. But industry-level production of PSCs is hindered for several reasons. At present, the use of high-temperature processed electron transport layer (ETL) such as TIO2, the use of chemically unstable ETL such as ZnO and SnO2, etc. are ETL-related obstacles behind this industrialization. Aiming to remove these problems, cerium oxide (CeO
x
), one of the most Earth-rich metal oxides has been chosen as ETL for this study. In this study, the SCAPS-1D simulation package has been used for an intensive study on ETL/PSK interface for a methylammonium lead iodide (MAPbI3)-based PSC having CeO
x
as ETL. From this simulation, the effect of conduction band offset (CBO) between CeO
x
and MAPbI3 has been found as the key player behind the cell performances. Defects at this interface have also been introduced and varied for studying their effects on cell performance at different CBO values. The temperature stability of a PSC is another important issue that has been considered in this study to find the effect of operating temperature on the PSC. This study would enlighten the researchers in implying some fantastic techniques at the ETL/PSK interface for improving the cell performance that will forward the research community a few steps to use CeO
x
as a promising ETL in PSC.
Study and Verify the Performance Evaluation and Percentage Removal Efficiency of the Plant
Authors:   Department of Chemical Engineering, JNTUA College of Engineering Anantapuramu, affiliated to JNTU Anantapur, Ananthapuramu (Andhra Pradesh), India., Susendra Dr. Duvvuru , Sharada Dr. S. ,   Department of Chemical Engineering, JNTUA College of Engineering Anantapuramu, affiliated to JNTU Anantapur, Ananthapuramu (Andhra Pradesh), India., Raveendhar N. ,   Department of Environment Protection Training and Research Institute, Gachibowli, Hyderabad (Telangana), India.
Published: November 2023

Domestic, commercial, and industrial wastewater all belong to the category of urban wastewater. There are various treatment technologies available to treat the waste water from simple oxidation ponds to advanced MBBR systems. The present study is to verify the performance evaluation and percentage removal efficiency of the plant. The various water quality parameters like COD, BOD, TSS, TDS, Oil & Grease , Nitrates, pH, EC, DO, Turbidity and Phosphates of the waste water were being analyzed for the which were collected. Water samples were collected at different stages of treatment plant such as (raw water inlet, Aeration tank, Clarisettler and Treated water outlet) in the weekly basis for a period of 6 weeks before disposal into water body streams. After treatment, the average percentage removal efficiency for the parameters COD, BOD, TSS, TDS, Oil & Grease, and Phosphates was found to be 89%, 88%, 85%, 68%, 69% and 75%. After the analysis the result were finalized by comparing data with CPCB and IS standard values and ultimately, the performance and removal efficiency of the waste water treatment facility was found to be under good condition and the treated water are being used for flush-outs and gardening.
Proposing the Use of Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA) as Risk Assessment Tool in Construction
Authors:   PhD Student, Department Civil Engineering, Newcastle University, United Kingdom., Albasyouni Wahbi , Abotaleb Ibrahim ,   Associate Professor, Department Construction Management, The American University in Cairo, Egypt., Nassar Khaled ,   Professor, Department Construction Management, The American University in Cairo, Egypt.
Published: November 2023

The aim of this research was to improve the analysis of risks in construction projects in Egypt through proposing the implementation of FMEA as a risk assessment tool. First, an extensive literature review was conducted to identify the relevant risks in the Egyptian construction industry. Second, a questionnaire survey was carried out to determine the impact, probability, and detection of the identified risk factors according to experts working in the construction sector in Egypt. Third, an analysis of these risks was carried out using traditional PMI’s risk assessment, FMEA, and the integration of fuzzy logic with FMEA fundamentals. The reached results demonstrated that FMEA and risk management are quite similar in different aspects, but FMEA has an additional dimension to PMI’s risk analysis, which is “detection”. Such dimension affects how risks are managed and plays a major role in developing better strategies for controlling and detecting risks. This added depth provides more insights about the project and enables construction parties to make better preparations and decisions in their projects. The findings indicated that FMEA has a significant potential in the construction industry if it is properly applied. Findings of this research are envisaged to promote the application of FMEA as an upgrade to the currently applied PMI’s risk management practice; thus, enhancing the efficiency, visualization, and eventually the decision making.
Optimization Path of Human Resources Recruitment for China Football Youth Training Club
Authors:   School of General Education, Liaoning University of International Business and Economics, Dalian, China., Li Hanming , Chen Song ,   School of Business, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
Published: November 2023

With the rapid development of national sports, the employment of sports talents is no longer as difficult as in the past. In the context of deepening the integration of sports and education, and implementing the "double reduction" policy, the development of sports companies and the employment of sports talents have also received historic opportunities. With the continuous development of campus football in China, the number of football youth training clubs nationwide has rapidly expanded. How to maintain a healthy development in the face of intense peer competition has become an urgent issue for clubs to address. Taking Chongqing X Football Club as an example, this paper investigates and analyzes the current situation of human resources recruitment through literature review, questionnaire survey, and logical analysis, analyzes the existing problems in recruitment, and proposes targeted optimization paths.
OPTIMALISASI KENYAMANAN TERMAL PADA RUMAH TINGGAL SEDERHANA
Authors: Ardianti Sabtalistia Yunita
Published: November 2023

Rumah tinggal sederhana yang ditawarkan oleh pengembang sering kali belum ada atap untuk carport dan dapur. Oleh karena itu pada akhirnya pemilik rumah menambahkan atap untuk carport dan membangun dapur di lahan sisa yang ada di belakang rumah. Dengan penambahan atap pada carport dan dapur tersebut maka dapat mengubah nilai kenyamanan termal. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah menemukan solusi untuk mengoptimalkan kenyamanan termal pada rumah tinggal sederhana. Obyek penelitian yang digunakan adalah 2 buah rumah yang mempunyai tipe 32/65. Rumah pertama masih bangunan asli (belum direnovasi) sedangkan rumah kedua sudah direnovasi (terdapat tambahan atap pada teras, carport, dan dapur). Metode yang digunakan adalah metode kuantitatif. Dengan menggunakan diagram Temperatur Efektif, dapat diketahui ternyata dengan menambah kecepatan angin dapat menurunkan temperatur lembab. Hal tersebut memberikan efek positif bagi penghuni karena penghuni merasakan udara yang lebih sejuk dengan turunnya temperatur lembab. Strategi untuk meningkatkan kecepatan angin adalah dengan cara memperbesar bukaan atap di area dapur, menambah luasan jendela, mengganti model bukaan jendela menjadi casement, dan mengganti pagar dinding bata menjadi pagar besi.
Implementation of Padang City Regional Regulation Number 3 of 2015 on Accessibility of The Trans Padang
Authors: Gusriadi Ferji
Published: November 2023

Padang is one of the cities that upholds the rights of persons who have disabilities. With the existence of regional regulation number 3 of 2015. The performance of the Padang Regional Regulation No. 3 of 2015 concerning the Fulfillment and Protection of the Rights of Persons who have Disabilities has not been fully implemented. Judging from the accessibility of the Trans Padang public transportation sector, there are still many bus station buildings that do not yet support disabled passengers to carry out their activities independently. PT. Padang Sejahtera Mandiri as the BUMD that operates Trans Padang needs to evaluate the accessibility in corridor 1. From the survey results, it was found that many bus station buildings do not provide facilities for people with disabilities. The purpose of this study was to evaluate accessibility at the Trans Padang bus stop in order to optimize the application of local regulations regarding persons with disabilities. The author uses a descriptive qualitative research method. The study was conducted by surveying the Trans Padang bus station along Corridor I and then comparing the existing condition of the survey results with existing standards. Based on the analysis, it was found that many bus stations did not meet the requirements. The only facilities available are guiding blocks and ramps. For guiding blocks, there are only 12 bus station buildings. As for the slope of the appropriate ramp, there are only 5 bus station buildings.
ANALISA PEMERATAAN SUMBER DAYA TENAGA KERJA PADA PROYEK PRESERVASI JALAN WARU-SIDOARJO-KRIAN
Authors: Indiarto Gigih Ghilang Indiarto
Published: November 2023

Proyek konstruksi adalah serangkaian kegiatan yang membutuhkan waktu, uang, dan sumber daya. Sumber daya berupa manusia, alat dan bahan. Jika sumber daya ini digunakan, jika pengalokasiannya tidak diatur, maka penggunaan sumber daya tersebut sangat tidak efisien, sehingga menurunkan jalur kritis dari jaringan yang dihasilkan. Pengalokasian sumber daya dilakukan dengan harapan penggunaan sumber daya tenaga kerja akan merata dan tidak terlalu banyak sumber daya tenaga kerja yang diinvestasikan. Metode alokasi sumber daya dapat mengurangi fluktuasi masukan tenaga kerja dalam proyek.  Dalam penelitian ini digunakan pendekatan kuantitatif. Pendekatan kuantitatif merupakan jenis penelitian yang dilakukan secara terstruktur, terencana, dan sistematis sejak awal hingga pembuatan desain penelitiannya. Dari hasil pemerataan tenaga kerja tukang yang telah dilakukan, menghasilkan penggunaan tenaga kerja memiliki grafik yang ideal. Sehingga, terdapat perbedaan kebutuhan tenaga kerja dan durasi sebelum dan sesudah levelling, yaitu : Sebelum levelling : durasi 243 hari jumlah tenaga kerja puncak sebanyak 100 tukang dan yang paling sedikit 31 tukang. Sesudah levelling : durasi 310 hari dengan puncak jumlah tenaga kerja sebanyak 100 tukang dan paling sedikit 40 tukang. Selisih durasi proyek setelah dan sebelum dilakukan  pemerataan tenaga kerja adalah 70 hari.

 Kata Kunci : resource leveling, alokasi tenaga kerja, proyek konstruksi
In vitro propagation and microtuberization of potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) Spunta variety in Lebanon
Authors: Dalleh Maya , Borjac Jamilah , Younes Ghassan , Choueiri Elia , Chehade Ali , Elbitar Ahmad
Published: November 2023

One of the factors that causes low productivity of potatoes in Lebanon is the limited availability of certified seeds. The aim of this study was to establish a rapid protocol for in vitro propagation and microtuberization of potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) of Spunta variety. Meristems culture associated to thermotherapy (one month/37°C) constituted the first step. The highest percentage of reactive meristem (92%) was observed on MS medium devoid of growth regulators while MS medium containing Kin 0.4 mg.l-1, GA3 0.5 mg.l-1 and IBA 0.5 mg.l-1 yielded the highest average number of shootlets (7.8) in the seventh subculture. The lowest number of days obtained for microtuber formation was 10 and the highest average number of microtuber (1.49) was obtained with shootlets incubated under C2 culture conditions (16-h day/8-h night for initial 7 days at 25±2°C; for remaining period: continuous dark at 17±2°C). Contrary the highest microtubers average length (10.75 mm), average width (7.41 mm) and average weight (646.26 mg) were produced under C1 culture conditions (16-h day/8-h night at 25±2°C). Medium supplemented with 5 mg.l-1 BAP and 6% sucrose presented the highest average number of microtubers of 2.36 and 1.94 respectively. Type and concentration of cytokines and sucrose concentration did not have significant effect on the average length, width and weight of microtubers produced.
Characterization of Italian honeys: integrating volatile and physico-chemical data
Authors: Taiti Cosimo , Guardigli Giorgia , Babbini Simone , Marone Elettra , Masi Elisa , Comparini Diego , Mancuso Stefano
Published: November 2023

This article focuses on the comprehensive characterization of Italian honeys using various physico-chemical analyses and their volatile organic compounds (VOCs) fingerprint obtained through the PTR-ToF-MS technology. Honey characteristics, including pH, electrical conductivity, moisture content, hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF), and sugar content, were analyzed to assess their quality and origin. Honey samples from different flowers, including acacia, chestnut, citrus, linden, and multifloral, were collected and investigated. Furthermore, a few aged honeys were collected and analyzed and compared with the fresh ones. Physico-chemical analysis revealed that chestnut honey is characterized by high pH and EC values. Acacia honey has a higher fructose content, while aging appears to influence HMF levels, a vital indicator of honey quality, with aged samples exhibiting significant increases in HMF content. The VOC profiles have been found to vary among different honey types, suggesting that VOCs could be used as indicators of honey origin. Multivariate statistical analyses, such as partial least squares discriminant analysis (PLS-DA), have been applied to the VOCs data to differentiate honey types based on their volatile profiles. Acacia honey exhibited different physicochemical parameters but on the contrary, in the VOCs analysis, it displayed similarities with the linden honey due to their shared low emissions of volatile compounds. Citrus honey had similar chemical parameters to linden and multifloral honeys, but its distinctive VOCs emission allowed for a more accurate identification. In conclusion, the analysis performed with the PTR-ToF-MS was successful in obtaining specific volatile fingerprints of those samples and was effective for improving the characterization of honeys.
Teaching Urological Surgery in Guinea: Current Status and Prospects
Authors: Bah Mamadou Bissiriou , Barry Mamadou Dian , Sow Thierno Amadou Oury , Diallo Thierno Mamadou Oury , Barry Mamadou Madiou , Kanté Daouda , Diallo Alimou , Cissé Demba , Keita Youssouf , Bah Ibrahima , Ab Diallo
Published: November 2023

In Africa south of the Sahara, there are very few urologists. To fill this gap, a training in urology started in Guinea in 2005. The aim of this study was to take stock of this teaching, both theoretical and practical. Two different questionnaires were established for this survey. The first one was addressed to the students in order to collect their satisfaction and wishes regarding the teaching provided, and the second one to the person in charge of the teaching concerned the objectives of the DES, the conditions of participation in this training, and the teaching methods. Nineteen students (76%) responded to our questionnaire. Their average age was 34.74 years. The teaching provided was close to the practical concerns of the students in 68.42% of cases (n=13). The difficulties encountered by the enrollees were dominated by the payment of training fees (73.68%; n=14) and access to the internet (68.42%n=13). The most cited suggestions were the improvement of the technical platform (13.32%; n=4), easy access to the internet and scientific journals (10%; n=3). The surgical simulator, surgical training in animals, and surgical tutoring during the course are the practical teaching methods to be promoted according to the training manager. In conclusion, our study has enabled us to form an opinion on the training of doctors in the context of specialisation in Guinea, and to highlight what has been achieved and what needs to be improved in order to maintain the quality of teaching.
Intersexuality: What Parents, Guardians and Communities Should Know and Do to Care and Protect Infants and Children Born with Intersex Variations’ Rights in Tanzania
Authors: Kamazima Switbert Rwechungura
Published: November 2023

Tanzania lags behind in the course of ending stigma and discrimination against persons born with intersex variations. To date, the Tanzania Government has not enacted any law outlawing cosmetic surgeries, stigma and discrimination against persons born with intersex variations as per demands and calls from, among others, The First African Intersex Meeting, 2017 and The African Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights, 2023. Undoubtedly, this legal/policy silence is not at all unprejudiced. It facilitates harmful practices to take place unnoticed and uncontrolled. Primary and specialized healthcare providers, parents, traditional and religious leaders, therefore, continue performing harmful normalization surgeries and treatment, tradition-led mutilations and killings of infants and children born with intersex variations. In this context, I use scanty evidence available in the country and experience from other parts of the globe to highlight on what parents, guardians and communities should know and do to care and protect infants and children born with intersex variations’ human and citizenship rights in Tanzania. I recommend parents, guardians and community members to better understand who infants and children born with intersex variations are and their (health) needs. Intersex variations are not disorders requiring immediate or emergency (medical) interventions. ‘Normalization’ surgeries should wait until the children are mature enough to make informed consent to alter their physical appearances. Whenever possible, parents and guardians should seek, share support and correct intersex information from parents/guardians with similar experiences and adult persons born with intersex variations, media, internet and intersex-led groups and organizations and institutions within and outside Tanzania. Importantly, parents, guardians, persons born with intersex variations, intersex movements, activists and persons born with intersex variations-led organizations should ........
KAJI TERAP PENGKAYAAN PAKAN INDUK IKAN BANDENG Chanos chanos Forsskall UNTUK MENINGKATKAN PERFORMA HASIL PEMBENIHAN
Authors: Iskandar Andri , Carman Odang , AM NM Fatih Asror , Ruliaty Lisa
Published: November 2023

Ikan bandeng Chanos chanos Forsskall, adalah salah satu jenis ikan yang banyak dibudidayakan di Asia Tenggara, termasuk Indonesia. Budidaya ikan bandeng di Indonesia menunjukkan performa peningkatan produksi yang sangat baik dari tahun ke tahun.  Pada tahun 2012 produksi ikan bandeng ukuran konsumsi mencapai 482.930 ton dan pada tahun 2017 mencapai angka 637.845 ton dengan tingkat konsumsi rata-rata masyarakat terhadap ikan bandeng adalah 1.9 kg/kapita. Peningkatan permintaan dan produksi bandeng berdampak terhadap peningkatan produksi benih secara signifikan dan merubah pola budidaya di Indonesia menjadi sistem semi-intensif maupun intensif. Penggunaan pakan komersil dengan kualitas dan kuantitas yang baik sangat diperlukan, salah satunya adalah dengan pengkayaan unsur nutrisi pakan yang bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kualitas hasil reproduksi induk ikan bandeng sehingga menghasilkan persentase jumlah telur dan benih yang meningkat secara signifikan. Studi ini bertujuan untuk mempelajari dan melakukan kaji terap teknis pembenihan ikan bandeng dengan pemanfaatan bahan-bahan nutrisi tambahan, sehingga dapat dijadikan sumber referensi bagi para pembudifaya untuk dapat meningkatkan performa usaha budidayanya.  Hasil studi menunjukkan bahwa fertilization rate rata-rata induk ikan bandeng yang diberikan pakan yang diperkaya berkisar antara 82 - 98%, dengan persentase hatching rate tertinggi yaitu 95% dan terendah 80%.  Selama stadia larva sampai mencapai umur 10 hari pemeliharaan, diberikan pakan jenis Rotifera sp., selanjutnya diberikan pakan komersil.  Sampai akhir pemeliharaan, rata-rata survival rate benih berkisar antara 85 – 90%.  Hasil kaji terap mengindikasikan bahwa pengkayaan pakan yang diberikan terhadap induk, dapat meningkatkan protein pakan sehingga memicu pemijahan induk ikan bandeng.  Hal ini berdampak terhadap dihasilkannya benih dengan kualitas yang baik.
POTENCY OF ENHALUS ACOROIDES FROM INDONESIA REGION FOR HALAL PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY
Authors: Ismarti Ismarti , Amelia Fitrah
Published: November 2023

Currently, the implementation of the Halal assurance system in Indonesia is mandatory. A side from food, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and medicines must all be halal certified. Natural products, particularly marine-based products, are an alternative choice for the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industry's raw materials. Enhalus acoroides are common along Indonesia's coasts and have the potential to be used as raw materials in halal cosmetics and pharmaceutical products.  The purpose of this paper is to examine the potential of E. acoroides samples collected from various locations in Indonesia in terms of bioactive compounds and their applications. Secondary metabolites namely alkaloids, flavonoids, polyphenols, steroids, triterpenes, and tannins have been reported in E. acoroides extract from Indonesia, and they have the potential to be used as antibacterial, antiaging, antiviral, antitumor, and antioxidant in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries in Indonesia
Estereótipos Preconceituosos de Gênero e o Déficit de Credibilidade a Testemunhos de Mulheres em Casos de Agressão Sexual
Authors: Ketzer Patricia
Published: November 2023

O presente trabalho tem por objetivo analisar como os estereótipos preconceituosos de gênero acarretam injustiças testemunhais. Para tal, nos dedicamos a definir injustiça testemunhal a partir de Miranda Fricker, trazendo como exemplo central os casos de agressão sexual. Posteriormente, busca-se compreender como se dá a constituição dos estereótipos de gênero e seu impacto epistêmico na vida das mulheres em virtude da descredibilização das mesmas como fornecedoras de conhecimento e/ou crença e como agentes epistêmicas.