bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Selection of a Suitable Waste to Energy Technology for Greater Beirut Area Using the Analytic Hierarchy Process
Authors:   Department of Engineering and Architecture, University of Trieste, Trieste, Italy, Toufaili Abbas El , Pozzetto Dario , Padoano Elio , Toneatti Luca , Fakhoury Ghassan
Published: December 2023

Waste to Energy (WtE) is becoming an interesting option for many countries as an effective waste management solution. The goal of this study is the selection of a suitable WtE technology for the treatment of municipal solid waste in Greater Beirut Area (GBA). In adopting a potential WtE technology for solid waste treatment in GBA, the protection of the environment and citizens health is mandatory, but it is also evident the pressing need for economically feasible new electrical energy sources. For a well and an efficient functioning of a WtE plant, an appropriate supply chain system of municipal solid waste should be guaranteed. The selection of a suitable WtE technology is a complex decision and to achieve the stated objective the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) method was employed and experts in the waste management sector were consulted to formulate the model. AHP analysis was performed using SpiceLogic software. Results indicate that Composting is the best choice with a global score of 0.33, followed by Anaerobic Digestion which acquired 0.21 and Incineration ranked as the third preferred technology obtaining 0.14. A sensitivity analysis was conducted to ensure the results consistency, assessing the reliability of the experts’ judgments.
The Behaviour of the Ensemble Learning Model in Analysing Educational Data on COVID-19
Authors:   National Academy of Education named after Y. Altynsarin, Astana, Kazakhstan, Mukasheva Manargul , Mukhiyadin Ainur , Makhazhanova Ulzhan , Serikbayeva Sandugash
Published: December 2023

This study delves into the emerging opportunities and challenges arising from the integration of education and artificial intelligence in the unique backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic. Its primary objective is to develop an optimized ensemble model that sheds light on the surge in learning engagement among secondary school students during Emergency Distance Learning (EDL) amid the pandemic. To achieve this, we explored three distinct methodologies: the k-Nearest Neighbor method (KNN), Random Forest (RF), and Gradient Boosting (XGB). Our approach involved constructing an ensemble model that synthesized the strengths and weaknesses of these individual models based on their training outcomes. In contrast to prevailing beliefs that Emergency Distance Learning (EDL) negatively impacts education, our study's findings underscore a positive upswing in students' learning activity during EDL. Furthermore, our ensemble model effectively identifies the underlying reasons behind this increased engagement, achieving an impressive overall accuracy rate of 87% in processing the survey responses. Our research encompassed a comprehensive sample, targeting 35,950 secondary school students from 16 regions and cities of significant importance within Kazakhstan. This diverse sample included students from urban, rural, and small schools, providing a well-rounded perspective on territorial affiliation. Data collection was conducted through an online survey using a methodologically verified structured questionnaire.
Genetic Algorithms for Optimizing Grouping of Students Classmates in Engineering Education
Authors:   the Department of Electronics Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Negeri Padang, Padang, Indonesia, Kurniadi Denny , Hidayat Hendra , Anwar Muhammad , Budayawan Khairi , Syaifar Abdurrasyid Luthfi , Zulhendra  , Efrizon  , Safitri Rahmadona
Published: December 2023

In this research article, we propose a method based on genetic algorithms to optimize the grouping of students in engineering education. Our method aims to create student groups that take into account their skills, preferences, and relevant factors. We build upon previous research that has successfully utilized genetic algorithms for group formation in various contexts, such as assigning students to laboratory groups and facilitating cooperative learning. We implement and evaluate our proposed methods in collaborative learning environment, examining their impact on collaborative performance, processes, and perceptions. The results of our research demonstrate that grouping methods supported by genetic algorithms positively influence performance and collaborative processes, while students perceive these methods as fair and effective. This article makes a valuable contribution to the field of engineering education by providing methods that up to minus student grouping, considering their initial characteristic and performance and preferences. By employing these methods, the quality of group work can be enhanced leading to improve student learning experiences. Future research can explore the application of the of this method in order educational settings and investigate the factors that influence their effectiveness.
The Application of the Combined Corpus in C-E Translation Teaching
Authors: Yang Ganggui
Published: December 2023

In recent years, corpora have become increasingly sophisticated and are popular among linguists and widely followed by academics because of their powerful functions. This paper investigates the combined use of single and bilingual corpora in teaching translation quality assessment. Using single and bilingual corpora as research objects, the empirical method explores the path of efficient use of combined corpora in translation teaching, and the results show that the combined use of corpora can provide strong support for translation learners in vocabulary selection, comparison of synonyms and conducting translation quality assessment, and this study aims to improve the quality of teaching and learning in translation courses.
A Study of Empty Category in Pivotal Sentence in A Dream in Red Mansions
Authors: Yuan Junning
Published: December 2023

The study of the explanatory power of Government and Binding Theory for Chinese is popular. It’s worth noting that Empty Category constitutes an integral part in the Government and Binding Theory proposed by Chomsky. Taking the Empty Category Theory as the example, referring to A Dream in Red Mansions as the data, this paper is going to research the existing, distributing and inherent laws of Empty Category in pivotal sentence. Theta theory is the theoretical foundation for Empty Category that exists in the pivotal sentence. The empty category, which is produced from D-structure, is classified into proforma in the pivotal sentence.
Analysis of the Conversational Implicature of Dialogues in Before Sunrise from the Perspective of Violation of the Cooperative Principle
Authors: Gong Yanling
Published: December 2023

—A lot of information in conversation is not directly expressed, but implied and indirect, which often violates the cooperative principle in verbal communication and requires listeners to obtain the real meaning of the speaker through a series of “translation” behaviors. The study of conversational implicature is conducive to the correct interpretation of the speaker's real intention, so as to give full play to the communicative function of language. Based on previous studies, this paper takes the Cooperative Principle of Grice as the theoretical framework and the dialogue between the hero and heroine in the movie Before Sunrise as the research material, by discussing the effect produced by the violation of Cooperative Principle in their dialogues, so as to deepen the audience’s understanding of the movie and provide reference for communication in daily life.
A Comparison Analysis of Implicit Chinese Cultural Word Definitions in Export-Oriented Chinese Dictionary Apps
Authors: Liu Rongyan
Published: December 2023

Implicit cultural words in Chinese, such as color terms and numerals embedded with distinct cultural connotations, encompass both conceptual and cultural meanings. The acquisition of these Chinese implicit cultural words is vital yet challenging for learners. Presently, exportoriented Chinese dictionary applications serve as indispensable tools for learning Chinese vocabulary, playing a significant role in mastering implicit cultural words. This study conducts a comparative analysis of implicit cultural word definitions in four widely-used export-oriented Chinese dictionary applications (Pleco, LINE Dict, TrainChinese, and Panda), drawing on the cultural definitions found in the Modern Chinese Dictionary (7th Edition) application. The paper also advocates for the incorporation of standardized criteria, comprehensive definition content, and systematic regulations for implicit cultural words in export-oriented Chinese dictionaries.
A Study of the Russian Translation and Outreach Paths of the Maritime Cultural Terms in Zhufanzhi under the Perspective of Corpus Translation
Authors: Zhang Hanwen , Ding Xiaomei , Cao Yiling
Published: December 2023

Chinese civilization is rich in maritime consciousness and has a long maritime tradition. As a book containing maritime culture, the study of Russian translations of maritime cultural terms in the Zhufanzhi helps to disseminate maritime culture to the outside world and to show the uniqueness of China’s maritime culture. This paper uses a corpus approach to classify and analyse in detail the translation methods used for the maritime cultural terms in the book. It is found that the translators mostly used direct translation, phonetic translation and annotation method for the Russian translation of marine culture terms in Zhufanzhi. By analysing the translation results and combining the background of the times and communication theories, four reasonable and feasible translation paths for foreign propaganda are proposed.
Literature Review on Language Attrition Causes: Word Frequency, and Identity and Belongings
Authors: Mao Lan Y.
Published: December 2023

Language attrition is the phenomenon of degradation and forgetting of the learning outcomes of language learners. This paper focuses on analyzing the factors influencing the emergence of language attrition in language users and language learners by summarizing previous empirical and qualitative studies . It finds that the influencing factors are divided into two main categories, including intralinguistic and extralinguistic factors. The former refers mainly to word frequency and the latter mostly indicates people’s quest for identity and a sense of belonging. And In order to fully analyze the effects of these factors on linguistic attrition, the author respectively discusses the mother tongue attrition and the second language in the first language environment and also in the second environment. Therefore, language change is the result of a combination of multifaceted factors. So this finding can expand the study of language and put forward suggestions on language teaching reform.
A Comparative Study of Thematic Structure and Progression Patterns in Political and Science Speeches
Authors: Mao Yi , Lei Xiaolan
Published: December 2023

Taking political and science speeches as subjects, the writer makes an attempt to analyze the similarities and differences between political speeches and science speeches on the basis of Halliday’s theme theory and Zhu Yongsheng’s thematic progression patterns. The quantitative analysis shows that, as to thematic structure, simple themes are used most in political speeches, whereas multiple themes contain the largest proportion of science speeches, and both of them rarely use clausal themes; in addition, interpersonal themes account for a larger percentage in political speeches, whereas textual themes occur more in science speeches. With regard to thematic progression patterns, both of them consist largely of same Theme pattern and continuous pattern, while same Rheme pattern and crossing pattern are rarely employed. This study expands the scope of research on thematic progression patterns and has implications for speakers and English learners.
Analysis on the Space-Time Vision of “The Garden of Forking Paths” and “The Aleph”—From the Function of the Metaphor of Labyrinth and Mirror
Authors: Chen Rundi
Published: December 2023

In daily life, people tend to recognize and think about intangible and difficult-to-define concepts with reference to known, tangible, and concrete concepts, creating a way to understand different concepts in relation to each other. In Borges’ s short story “The Garden of Forking Paths” a labyrinthine manuscript of a novel constantly avoids the concept of time, while at the same time illustrating the infinite possibilities of time. The time and labyrinth in the story can be considered a pair of “structural metaphors.” The manuscript written by Hsi P’êng is a symbol of the labyrinth of time, which is like an ever-entwined network, a collection of contingencies, nonlinearities, and multidimensionality. Another story, “The Aleph” tells the tale of the protagonist who is drowned in depression due to the death of his lover, Bejatric when by chance, he discovers a secret hidden in his lover’s cousin’s basement, an Aleph, two or three centimeters in diameter, which concentrates all the images and scenes of the universe. The Aleph is the source of his poetic talent, his hope of finding his deceased lover, and a special “space” constructed by Borges through the metaphor of a “mirror”. The objective of this dissertation is to briefly analyze how Borges constructs a “labyrinth”to objectify his vision of time in the story, and how he uses “mirrors” to express his vision of space.
A Study on Scholar-Translators’ Translation Ethics —Exemplified by James Legge’s Translation of Confucian Analects
Authors: Zhang Yaling , Yang Huiying
Published: December 2023

Since 1980s, there has been an “ethical turn” in translation research, translation ethics research has not only focused on specific translation strategies and techniques, but also shifted its attention to the ethics behind the choices of translators. Unlike professional translators, scholar-translators are responsible for studying the original works, authors, and even the source language and culture, so their ethics behind their translation choices are more complex than professional translators’. Therefore, this study intends to analyze the translation strategies adopted by James Legge, a scholar-translator, at the linguistic and cultural levels, and to explore the ethical models of translation followed by him when he translated Confucian Analects. According to the analysis on Legge’s version of Confucian Analects, it can be concluded that “Faith” is the foundation of a scholar-translator’s translation ethics.
An Overview of “Turns” in Conversation Analysis
Authors: Chao Geng
Published: December 2023

Conversation Analysis (CA) derives from the 1970s, which was put forward by Sacks, Schegloff, and Jefferson for the sack of analyzing institutional talk, e.g., business negotiation discourse, and doctor-patient communication discourse and telephone conversations. Currently, it has become the most favorable and effective method to analyze interactive discourse. As the essential part of CA, the “turn” is the foundation of all the research, carrying talk information and social rules in interaction that plays an essential role in guiding the outcome of conversations in social communication. The thesis made classification, summaries and reviews on studies of “turns” in conversation to explores the orientation of “turn” in conversation by specifying the aspects of turn-taking, allocating, and repairing to make an overview of turn in conversation analysis and provide a spark for further study in the field. The overview helped to recognize current status and make a new attempt. It was revealed that studies of “turns” in conversation analysis are widely applied in healthcare, patient-to-doctor interaction in particular; during analysis of conversation, timespan and manners of participants were mainly focused. The thesis discovered a fact that studies of “turns” on on-line interaction is insufficient, which is significant under the current situation.
Chinese and Western Cultural conflict and Differences in Thinking Pattern
Authors: Yang Lujing
Published: December 2023

In the face of the worldwide changes of a scale unseen in a century, Socialism with Chinese characteristics has entered a new era that is China’s relationship with the world has undergone profound changes. China has never stepped into the center of the world stage before, and the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation has entered a critical moment. As an important part of internationalization and modernization of China’s education, this paper analyzes the differences between Chinese and Western thinking pattern, and try to research Chinese and foreign Cultural conflict. It analyzes the differences in values, political values and religious beliefs between Chinese and foreign students, analyzes the deep reasons of Chinese and foreign Cultural conflict from the three dimensions of practical logic, theoretical logic and era logic, adheres to the unity of criticism and inheritance, the unity of theory and practice, and the unity of inclusiveness and openness, treats Chinese and foreign Cultural conflict, cultivates students’ recognition of Chinese culture, and enhances their confidence in Chinese culture, Enhance China’s international image.
A Study on the Teaching Model of Cross Culture and Speculation on EFL Writing
Authors: Yuan Yan , Ren Jiong , Lyu Fang
Published: December 2023

Under the background of post critical pedagogy, teachers should pay attachment to the awakening of students’ self-identity consciousness and the cultivation of critical thinking skills. The teaching model of writing course adopted by the author is as follows: firstly, the writing course is equipped with a dedicated reading manual. It is compiled to establish cultural reading materials which include 12 theme reading passages to introduce Chinese and American culture and 12 writing sharing to promote identity thinking based on the relevant theories of Constructivism and Output Hypothesis by using the Flesch Kincaid Readability Test. The teaching process emphasizes the integration of students’ vertical and horizontal knowledge. Referring to the Knowledge Transformation Model of Writing proposed by Bereiter and Scardamalia, the teaching model vertically emphasizes the integration of pre-class cultural reading, in-class skill training, and post-class thinking reinforcement; it horizontally emphasizes on the integration with reading courses, cultural courses, and speculative courses. Overall, the model stresses the cultivation of cross-cultural communication skills. It emphasizes understanding oneself and the other and stimulates students’ writing interest in cultural reading; it emphasizes that the other is for my own use and enrich students’ cultural illustrations in skill training; it emphasizes that I see the world and reflect on my own learning, life, and social hotpots in theme writing. In short, the author actively explores “playing” with learning, “stealing” with learning, and “using” in learning.
From the Perspective of Eco-Translatology to Analyze the Cultural Reflections on the English Translation of the Qiang Minority Shibi-Drama
Authors: Cui Dan , Qin Yan
Published: December 2023

As an important representative of the oral culture of the Qiang nationality, Shibi-Drama has accumulated the long history and culture of the Qiang people. From the perspective of cross-cultural communication, the English translation of ethnic minority classics such as Qiang Shibi-Drama should not only respect the local knowledge tradition of the ethnic group, but also fully consider the cultural appeals of the target language. Therefore, we are supposed to comprehensively use a myriad of translation strategies and means to activate cultural interaction through the way of interculturality and maximize the transmission of the national cultural factors of the Qiang nationality.
The Correlation of Caries Risk Assessment with Oral Hygiene Index and Parent’s Education Level in Pesantren Mizanul Ulum Sanrobone
Authors: Arifin Fadil Abdillah , Febriany Mila , Ilmianti Ilmianti
Published: December 2023

Attention must be given to the boarding school students' oral health status.  There is a considerable probability that boarding school students' oral cavities are going to suffer a variety of problems, particularly when they live and stay away from their parent's supervision. Caries risk assessment is used to predict and prevent the development of caries. This study aims to determine the correlation between caries risk assessment with oral hygiene status and parents’ education level in Pesantren Mizanul Ulum Sanrobone. Dental examinations and interviews were conducted on 61 students using the Caries Risk Assessment (CRA) form and Oral Hygiene Index Simplified (OHI-S). The correlation between caries risk assessment and oral hygiene status and the education level of students' parents was assessed using the Spearman test. According to the statistical analysis findings, there was a 0.312 correlation coefficient (r) between the CRA and the OHI-S. Meanwhile, the parents of the students have an education level of -0.198. These results showed a correlation between caries risk assessment and oral hygiene status (OHI-S), and no correlation with the education level of students’ parents. According to these findings, students are more likely to get cavities if their oral hygiene is poor.
Improving the performance of baitul maal wat tamwil (BMT) employees: Do the principles of good corporate governance (GCG) matter?
Authors: Nugraheni Peni , Nasiroh Candra Dewi
Published: December 2023

Research aims: The role of human resources in Baitul Maal wat Tamwil (BMT) is vital as it is the main driver of all company activities in achieving its goals. This study, therefore, aims to examine the influence of corporate governance (CG) principles on employee performance in BMT.Design/Methodology/Approach: The object of this study was BMTs in Yogyakarta Province, with the respondents being BMT employees. The data collection technique employed a questionnaire measured by five Likert scales. The data in this study were then processed using the multiple linear regression method.Research findings: The study uncovered that all CG principles, i.e., transparency, accountability, responsibility, independence, and fairness, positively influenced employee performance.Theoretical contribution/Originality: This study contributes to the development of BMT management in Indonesia to start or improve the implementation of corporate governance since it positively impacts employee performance.Practitioner/Policy implication: BMT has challenges related to human resource competence. The organization (BMT) can evaluate the implementation of GCG in its operational activities because it can affect employee performance.Research limitation/Implication: The study only took samples from Yogyakarta Province. The physical distribution of questionnaires also limited the number of samples that could be collected.
Analysis of SDGS research: The relationship between climate change, poverty, inequality, and food security: The Indonesian context
Authors: Dewananda Wiharta , Leniwati Driana , Wicaksono Agung Prasetyo Nugroho
Published: December 2023

Research aims: This study investigates the linkages between climate change, inequality, and food security. The study attempts to provide an understanding of the evolution of publications on the topic to identify key emerging themes and policy prescriptions.Design/Methodology/Approach: Mixed methods, bibliometric analysis, and content analysis were employed to examine emerging themes in the literature on climate change, inequality and poverty, and food insecurity in Indonesia. The bibliometric data used were taken from the Gscholar database for 2018-2023.Research findings: The study generated six research themes based on the analyzed literature: (1) Human resource management and wealth redistribution through zakat; (2) Agricultural adaptation to climate change and the concept of sustainable agriculture; (3) Policies or rules applied by the government to regulate the agricultural sector; (4) Limited access to resources, loss of employment, and income in food insecurity among households; (5) Poverty alleviation strategies in reducing inequality and improving the quality of human life; and (6) Comprehensive and sustainable planning to identify challenges, opportunities, policies, inclusive economy, and food security.Theoretical contribution/Originality: This study analyzes and uncovers emerging topics in the field and their contributions to the literature, as well as persistent gaps, and provides future research directions based on emerging themes and policy prescriptions.Practitioner/Policy implication: This study can be used by the government as a regulator and financial institutions as a means of financing and academics.Research limitation/Implication: Future research is expected to examine: (1) The planning of government agencies in mobilizing local resources; (2) The role of zakat institutions in poverty alleviation programs; (3) Sustainable agriculture models; (4) CWLS Green Sukuk financing models; (5) The role of microfinance institutions in poverty alleviation programs; and (6) Studies on cultural economy.
Earnings management in times of crisis: A political cost hypothesis
Authors: Paramastri Harina , Atmini Sari , Rahman Aulia Fuad
Published: December 2023

Research aims: The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted multiple industries, including chemistry, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications, and healthcare. This study, thus, explores how these sectors managed their earnings concerning political factors during the pandemic. Since these sectors play a critical role in maintaining business stability during this period, the authors hypothesize that some companies within them may have manipulated their profits.Design/Methodology/Approach: This study used quantitative methods to analyze a sample of companies in the chemical, pharmaceutical, telecommunications, and healthcare sectors listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange from 2018 to 2022. Out of 60 companies, 20 met the criteria. The authors then tested the political costs hypothesis using Kotari et al.'s (2005) calculation method and a discrimination test for discretionary accrual values.Research findings: The findings reveal that some companies practiced earnings management with varying degrees across sectors. Notably, not all companies employed revenue reduction as a manipulation tactic. Significant differences were observed between the pre-pandemic and pandemic periods. It is worth highlighting that not all COVID-19 beneficiaries resorted to earnings management to access government incentives or facilities.Theoretical contribution/Originality: The findings of this research offer empirical evidence from both a theoretical standpoint and an analysis of the financial status of the involved companies.Practical/Policy Implication: This study aims to investigate if companies manipulated earnings during the COVID-19 pandemic by intentionally reducing their profits when their sectors were thriving due to the pandemic.Research Limitation: This research is limited by its use of quarterly data, incomplete data for some companies, and a reliance on existing data rather than current information collection.
Research trend on accountability and government performance: A bibliometric analysis approach
Authors: Ahyaruddin Muhammad , Yusoff Mohd Nor Hakimin Bin , Zainuddin Siti Afiqah Binti , Agustiawan Agustiawan
Published: December 2023

Research aims: This research aims to analyze the trends, map the conceptual structure, and present the picture of research direction on accountability and government performance topics.Design/Methodology/Approach: A bibliometric analysis was used to obtain a structured overview and the research trend on accountability and government performance domains. The authors used the Scopus database from 1983 to 2022 and got 214 published documents, which were then analyzed with VOSviewer software and “Scopus Analyze Search Results.”Research findings: This study uncovered a significant increasing trend in the number of publications on accountability and government performance research, from two documents in 1985 to eighteen documents in 2022. The USA is the most productive country publishing on accountability and government performance research, followed by the United Kingdom, Indonesia, China, Australia, Canada, Germany, Netherlands, Spain, and Italy. The keywords that can be used for further research related to accountability and government performance are e-government, transparency, local government, governance approach, performance management, and corruption.Theoretical contribution/Originality: Based on the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is the first paper that analyses the research trend on accountability and government performance with the use of bibliometric analysis. In addition, for exploring and analyzing large volumes of scientific research, the use of bibliometric analysis is a popular and rigorous method.Practitioner/Policy implication: The use of bibliometric analysis is essential to identify research gaps and look for themes or terms and become a potential direction to explore the relationship of each term.
Significance of natural head position (NHP) in orthodontic diagnosis: A review
Authors: Wani Mohsin Aslam , Amir Mohd. , Siddiqui Shiraz , Shukla Diptiman , Trivedi Shashank , Sangal Shikha , Khan Anas Husain , Rasool Maisa
Published: December 2023

Facial dysmorphologies and malocclusion can be diagnosed and corrected through the use of cephalograms. However, maintaining a harmonious proportional relationship between facial landmarks remains essential for their correction. Cephalometric measurements are instrumental in the decision-making process of treatment, however, variations in the reference planes of an individual's face can always affect the cephalometrics as they change over time, ultimately affecting the treatment plan. This necessitates the use of a more reliable craniofacial referencing system, such as Natural Head Position (NHP), as the standard for cephalometric measurement.
Prosthetic rehabilitation of hemisected tooth using Pier Abutment: A beacon of hope for decaying tooth
Authors: Chokhani Dishita , Ghali Sreenivasarao , Patil Bindu S , Ghatole Kiran Prakash
Published: December 2023

Newer concepts in dentistry as well as the patient’s preference to maintain their dentition, have lead to treatment of teeth that once would have been removed. Usually, because of dental caries and periodontal diseases mandibular first molars were the ones got extracted commonly, although they play a key role in maintaining the occlusion. To this previous concept of extracting the complete tooth even if only the mesial or distal part is affected, came the present concept of removal of only the diseased part of the tooth under specific conditions. Then the remaining sound tooth structure can be endodontically treated and prosthetically rehabilitated along with the adjacent tooth using fixed partial denture. Present case report enlightens a simple procedure of hemisection in mandibular molar and its subsequent restoration.
Pleomorphic adenoma of hard palate- Two case reports
Authors: Manna Arpan , Khan Tanha
Published: December 2023

Pleomorphic adenomas (PA), which account for 40–70% of all occurrences of salivary gland tumours, are the most common kind of big and small salivary gland tumours. The most frequent intraoral PA sites are the lips, buccal mucosa, and palate. A slow-growing, painless swelling on the posterior lateral region is the clinical sign of palatal PA. This article's goal is to give readers some important details about its clinical characteristics, radiological characteristics, and treatment regimens.
Implant supported overdenture- Drifting from the conventional approach
Authors: Pasricha Neeta , Aggarwal Maithilie , Khan Shuja Mohammed , Tripathi Siddhi
Published: December 2023

Implant supported overdenture is the treatment modality that is proven to be a minimalist treatment option in present day for an edentulous patient Managing edentulous patients' prosthetics has always been a difficult task. Traditionally, the standard of treatment has been complete mandibular and maxillary dentures. However, because of discomfort, stability, retention, and difficulty in masticating, the majority of patients report difficulty adjusting to their mandibular denture. When considering the implant supported or implant retained prosthesis options several treatment plans can be formulated. The present article is a case report that discusses the fabrication and the advantages of an implant supported overdenture that takes support from both the implant and the soft tissue around it and thus has proven to be an effective solution to edentulism.
COVID-19 Sets Back Progress Made on the Welfare of Women and Diverse Populations
Authors: Bustelo Monserrat , Frisancho Verónica , Martinez Karen , Suaya Agustina
Published: December 2023

By March 2020, COVID-19 was confirmed present in all Latin American and Caribbean countries. Not only did the pandemic weakened the regions economy, it exacerbated structural inequalities. Women, indigenous peoples, African descendants, persons with disabilities and the LGBTQ community were disproportionately affected by the pandemic, reflecting both the vulnerability of these groups and the fragility of the progress made in recent years toward improving their social welfare. This document highlights the main lessons learned from IADB studies on the impact of the pandemic on these populations.
POTENCIA DE PRUEBAS DE RACHAS PARA ALTERNATIVA DE TENDENCIA
Authors: Gómez Torres Emilse , Ospina Raydonal
Published: December 2023

Se presenta un estudio de simulación de la potencia de varias pruebas de rachas para una alternativa de tendencia monótona, en muestras obtenidas de distribuciones de Laplace, logística y normal, y para funciones de tendencia monótona con comportamiento de crecimiento lento a moderado.
LA NOTACIÓN DIAGRAMÁTICA DE C. S. PEIRCE PARA LOS CONECTIVOS PROPOSICIONALES BINARIOS
Authors: Oostra Arnold
Published: December 2023

Una de las notaciones más geniales para los conectivos proposicionales binarios fue introducida hace un siglo por C. S. Peirce. En esta notación, el símbolo asignado a cada conectivo puede leerse como la tabla de verdad del mismo y simultáneamente como el diagrama de Venn de la operación conjuntista correspondiente. Además de varias propiedades individuales y de múltiples relaciones, las simetrías del sistema completo de los conectivos proposicionales se reflejan de manera visual en los signos propuestos por Peirce.
Educação financeira na formação extracurricular de jovens aprendizes: uma proposta desenvolvida no SENAI
Authors: Lima Warllen De Jesus , Gerum Áurea Fabiana Apolinário de Albuquerque
Published: December 2023

Em 2020, o tema Educação Financeira foi incluído na Base Nacional Comum Curricular (BNCC) como disciplina não obrigatória. Por ser recente, ainda não houve avanços significativos na estruturação de políticas públicas que promovessem a difusão desse tema de forma acessível e adequada ao público jovem, bem como na formação e capacitação dos professores sobre a temática, sobretudo no âmbito da formação profissional. Diante disso, o objetivo geral deste estudo foi verificar as dificuldades e percepções evidenciadas pelos docentes do programa de formação profissional para o ensino de Educação Financeira dos jovens aprendizes do Serviço Nacional de Aprendizagem Industrial (SENAI). Este estudo é caracterizado como descritivo, com abordagem quali-quantitativa. Para tanto, utilizou-se levantamento bibliográfico, além da aplicação de um questionário sobre o processo de ensino do tema Educação Financeira com os professores e alunos do programa do SENAI em uma amostra estatisticamente representativa para auxiliar na construção da proposta. Os dados evidenciaram a dificuldade por parte dos docentes na organização da proposta por não possuírem conhecimento prévio sobre o tema em seu processo de formação superior. Com base na análise desses dados, sugeriu-se uma proposta de formação extracurricular em Educação Financeira por meio de curso on-line, utilizando-se como abordagem uma história ilustrativa sobre uma viagem de um robô ao espaço do saber financeiro. A partir dessa proposta, foi possível difundir o conhecimento financeiro de forma acessível e metodologicamente atrativa ao público jovem, na tentativa de promover hábitos de consumo conscientes e mudança de hábitos na gestão dos recursos pessoais, visando sua autossustentabilidade financeira.
O coeficiente de majoração dos esforços globais finais, 𝜸𝒛: origem, evolução e tendências
Authors: Cruz José Marcílio Filgueiras , Cruz Lucas Cavalcanti , Souza Jean Flávio Da Silva , Tannuss Yussef Harun
Published: December 2023

Hoje, mais que nunca, a engenharia tem respondido as necessidades do homem moderno e possibilitado a construção de edifícios cada vez mais altos com estruturas tão econômicas quanto possível. Estes edifícios são projetados, via de regra, com muita altura nominal e/ou com grande esbeltez geométrica, tornando-os sensíveis aos efeitos das ações horizontais e sua produção de efeitos de segunda ordem de magnitude relevante para a estabilidade e capacidade resistiva da estrutura. Este fato confere, por si só, continuada importância ao estudo da instabilidade global, que já conta com dois parâmetros oficiais: o parâmetro de instabilidade e o coeficiente , desenvolvido no Brasil. O segundo deles, referido pela NBR 6118 de 2023 como Coeficiente Gama Z de avaliação da importância dos esforços de segunda ordem globais e a sua relação com o parâmetro alfa, numérica e conceitual, são os objetivos deste trabalho. Por esta razão, um levantamento detalhado da origem, da evolução e das tendências desse coeficiente é efetuado, destacando concordâncias e faltas de consenso, entre diversos autores e diferentes edições da NBR 6118, acerca de limites e hipóteses simplificadoras consideradas para o cálculo. Também é realizada, neste trabalho, uma reformulação das equações convencionais que relacionam  e , considerando não a redução global de 70% da rigidez, mas sim as reduções mais específicas preconizadas na norma atual. Isto é feito de modo que se possa compreender, de forma mais clara, as potencialidades e as suas limitações, criando condições de torná-lo mais confiável e mais simples de ser calculado.
INNOVATIVE EFFECTS OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ON TEACHER EDUCATION
Authors: Köprülü Fatma , Oyebimpe Adewole Oluwatosin , Başarı Şengül , Besim Ayhan Seçil
Published: December 2023

The goal of this investigation was to see the impact of AI on teacher education. To have a better understanding of how it will impact teacher education in problem-solving, how it will aid in planning, and whether it will promote continuous learning in teacher education. The study allows instructors and students from tertiary institutions in The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus to express their views. Three primary research topics guided these investigations, and four semi-structured interview questions were developed to obtain thorough responses to these issues. The opinions of the participants were solicited in person. The findings showed that both students and lecturers were aware and comfortable with AI in educational systems, that AI has had significant effects on problem-solving in teacher education, and that AI is vital for facilitating planning in teacher education. Finally, it was emphasized that the application of AI in teacher education allows for continuous learning, which has benefits as well as drawbacks.
Enforcement of murabahah, mudharabah, and qardhulhasan contracts in the syari'ah system
Authors: Setiawan Setiawan
Published: December 2023

This study examines the implementation of murabahah, mudharabah, and qardhulhasan contracts in the Syari'ah System at KSPPS Baitul Maal Wat-Tamwil "Article" of the Salatiga Religious Court. This study aims to determine the mechanism of murabahah contract in the circulation of funds, to find out the mechanism of circulation of mudharabah funds, and to find out the analysis of shari'ah compliance with the rotation mechanism funding. This type of research is this study using the type of descriptive research. The results showed the mechanism murabahah contract by using the borrower to choose the goods needed, then the cooperative buys the goods by notifying the borrower. The price and profit to be deposited to the cooperative, the mechanism for the circulation of mudharabah funds is that the distribution of profits or profits between investors and managers is carried out fairly between managers and investors, and analysis of shari'ah compliance (fulfillment of the concept of shari'ah) on the mechanism of circulation of funds can meet sharia principles as measured in implementing Islamic principles and laws.
Sentiment analysis of halal food trends during COVID-19
Authors: Izza Nadia Nurul , Sari Mia , Shanty Mughnii Kahila
Published: December 2023

Due to the pandemic of Corona Virus Disease (Covid-19), consumer awareness of halal products has increased. In this context, the government is also attempting to raise public knowledge about halal and thoyib products' growth and the halal industry's present trend. This study aims to ascertain public sentiment regarding halal food throughout the last four years, from 2019 to 2022. The method combines descriptive statistical analysis, meta-analysis, and sentiment analysis using secondary data in the form of metadata from 88 Scopus-indexed articles, then processed using Microsoft Excel 2019 and Senti Strength. This study discovered that the trend toward healthy halal food continued to grow throughout the pandemic, and the halal product market maintained a good performance. With the growth of the halal industry in the halal food and beverage sector, it is hoped that it will become a strong advocate for the SDGs, particularly the third goal, which aims to ensure a healthy life and promote prosperity while also assisting economic growth through the strengthening of the halal value chain, which is the primary strategy for accelerating sharia economic growth.
Membrane Methods for Purification of Artesian Water with a High Content of Iron and Manganese
Authors: Maung Maung Lin , Kagramanov G.G. , Aung Htet
Published: December 2023

The effects of the main technological parameters, such as pressure, temperature of the separated solution on the process of ultrafiltration and reverse osmosis during the purification of artesian waters from iron and manganese compounds are considered.It was found that the use of ultrafiltration for pre-treatment and subsequent reverse osmosis is an effective way to obtain drinking water quality. The optimal technological diagram of artesian water treatment plants is shown.
Study of PM2.5 and PM10 Concentrations Near the Plating Plant Using Automatic Monitoring Stations
Authors: Schastlivtsev E.L. , Vakhnyuk I.A. , Kirichenko K.Yu. , Bykov A.A. , Kholodov A.S. , Korostelin R.I. , Golokhvast K.S.
Published: December 2023

The content of PM2.5 and PM10 in the air at the Dalpribor enterprise in Vladivostok (Russian Federation) was studied. The distribution of galvanic aerosol particles in the area adjacent to the enterprise was studied. The highest concentrations of PM2.5 and PM10 particles were recorded inside the electroplating shop. A significant contribution (exceeding 10 %) of electroplating enterprises to the overall urban air pollution was revealed. It was emphasized that, in general, the measured average concentration of PM2.5 and PM10 particles does not exceed the MAC values.
Solid Waste Screening of SMW: Environmental, Chemical and Toxicological Characteristics Based on the Results of a Two-year Field Experiment
Authors: Malyukhin D.M. , Bakina L.G. , Mayachkina N.V. , Kiselev M.V. , Loktionov V.V.
Published: December 2023

The agrochemical, sanitary-hygienic and toxicological properties of compost soil from solid waste (technosoil) when mixed with soddy-podzolic soil were studied. Observations of soil overgrowth and changes in chemical and toxicological properties were carried out over two years. It was confirmed that the studied soil was fertile, suitable for growing plants, conform to the requirements of sanitary and hygienic standards of the toxicity category “Pure” (hazard class V) and acceptable for unlimited use in accordance with the recommendations of Appendix 1 of SanPiN 2.1. 7.1287-03. It was concluded that the proven technology for obtaining soil is cost-effective and possible for using the high biological potential of composts when landscaping infertile areas of anthropogenically disturbed landscapes.
Representation of Communicative Competence in an English Language Textbook
Authors: Nailissaadah Laili , Triastuti Anita
Published: December 2023

This study aimed to reveal the Communicative Competence category in the English textbook “Bahasa Inggris” for grade XI and the extent to which Communicative Competence has been accommodated in the textbook. Qualitative content analysis method was applied. The data were collected through reading, categorizing, and taking notes of the data into detailed information. The selected unit analysis was analyzed by referring to Celce-Murcia’s (2007) theory of communicative competence. The findings showed that all the categories of communicative competence by Celce-Murcia are found in the selected textbook. The categories include Linguistic Competence (14 activities, 11.11%), Formulaic Competence (6 activities, 4.76%), Sociocultural Competence (5 activities, 3.97%), Discourse Competence (60 activities, 47.62%), Interactional Competence (26 activities, 20.63%), and Strategic Competence (15 activities, 11.90%). These are represented in the textbook in the forms of exercises, instructions or materials, dialogues, discussions, expressions, and sentences. The results of this study contribute to English teachers in determining the appropriate competencies required by students to assist students in improving their communicative abilities.