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Harnessing virtues for educational success: introducing the Positive Development and Assessment Competencies Theory (PDAC)
Authors: Vazquez-Marin Pedro , Curle Samantha , Gil Ortega Maria del Carmen , Medina-Gual Luis , Sandoval-Hernández Andrés
Published: January 2025

This study investigates the role of positive psychology virtues in predicting educational competencies 5th and 6th-grade students. The evidence-based benefits of fostering virtues in educational settings, including academic success, emotional resilience, ethical behavior and social integration, are well documented. This research further emphasizes the contribution of virtues to the formation of well-rounded individuals, prepared for lifelong learning and personal growth. Using a quantitative, correlational, cross-sectional design, data were collected from 993 students through validated questionnaires. Random forest logistic regression analysis identified six as significant predictors of perceived competencies, with Transcendence standing out as a particularly strong and consistent predictor across multiple competencies. These findings emphasize the profound impact of virtues on student development. The study also introduces the Positive Development and Assessment Competencies Theory (PDAC), which advocates for the integration of virtue-based interventions and character strengths into educational programs. PDAC aims to enhance the assessment of subjective competencies, improve educational interventions, and promote student wellbeing.
The impact of digital infrastructure on urban total factor carbon emission performance: evidence from enterprise production and household consumption in China
Authors: Zhongxin Yang , Shanshan Huang , Jing Ma , Ceyuan Song , Shujing Xu
Published: January 2025

Digital infrastructure, serving as the fundamental carrier of data elements, allows China to balance economic growth with reduced carbon intensity, opening new pathways for sustainable economic development globally. This study employs a Difference-in-Differences (DID) approach to investigate the impact of digital infrastructure on urban total factor carbon emission performance, and extend the research perspective to a micro level, focusing on mechanisms involving household consumption and enterprise production. The results demonstrate that (1) Digital infrastructure can enhances urban carbon performance by promoting green product innovation of enterprises and changing consumers’ consumption patterns (2) Heterogeneity analysis indicates that cities with higher income and educational levels among residents experience a more significant improvement in carbon performance, and digital infrastructure’s impact varies when combined with enterprise characteristics and technological capabilities, with non-state-owned enterprises and high-tech enterprises having relatively higher carbon-saving effects. The research results of this paper emphasize role of micro-subjects in the process of digital infrastructure affecting total-factor carbon emission performance, which has important theoretical and practical significance for guiding future economic policies and strategies.
Valoración social por género al comunicar información técnica y científica
Authors: Carmona-Contreras Saulo Gonzalo , Torres-Zúñiga Vicente
Published: January 2025

Este estudio analizó el sesgo de género que presentan 297 estudiantes de bachillerato, con una edad promedio de 15 años, al solicitarles revisar textos cortos de divulgación científica que exploran la relación entre la violencia y el estado bioquímico de las personas. Se utilizaron dos "cuestionarios espejo" para evaluar este sesgo en una escala del 0 al 10. Un grupo de 181 estudiantes respondió al primer cuestionario, mientras que otro grupo de 116 respondió al segundo. Ambos cuestionarios incluían preguntas de control y dos secciones de prueba. En el primer cuestionario, la primera sección de prueba presentaba información sobre una investigadora experta, incluyendo su fotografía, seguida de una nota que mencionaba nombres de investigadores varones. En el segundo cuestionario, se intercambiaron el género de la persona experta y los nombres mencionados en la nota. De esta manera, un grupo de estudiantes sirvió como control para el otro entre secciones. El análisis de los datos involucró la comparación de los cuestionarios y el cálculo de índices estadísticos para cada pregunta. Se determinó estadísticamente el promedio, desviación estándar y moda para cada pregunta y grupo. Al integrar los resultados, se evaluó cuál género recibió valoraciones más altas o si hubo empates. Los resultados indicaron que el género femenino obtiene mejores evaluaciones promedio de cada pregunta, mientras que en cinco de trece preguntas evaluadas con moda los varones alcanzan mejores evaluaciones.
Nodal Injection of Agrobacterium tumefaciens for Gene Functional Analysis in Peanut: An Appraisal
Authors: Vacu Malizukiswe Vincent , Jiang Chunjiao , Sun Haojie , Yuan Guangdi , Yu Jing , Zhang Jun , Wang Chuantang
Published: January 2025

Peanut is a key cash crop worldwide, yet the limited availability of functional genes and markers for breeding hinders further progress, largely due to the lack of an efficient and user-friendly transformation system. This study aimed to comprehensively evaluate the effectiveness of nodal agroinjection, a novel transformation technique we developed for peanut, by introducing the soybean cold-tolerance gene SCTF-1. Putative transgenic seeds and seedlings were screened using genomic DNA PCR, while transgene expression was analyzed via qRT-PCR and phenotypic assessments. Southern blotting confirmed the stable integration of SCTF-1. The transgenic seedlings displayed enhanced chilling tolerance, characterized by increased proline accumulation, reduced malondialdehyde (MDA), and elevated peroxidase (POD) activity. These findings demonstrate that nodal agroinjection is an efficient and reliable approach for generating transgenic peanut and analyzing gene function. This method offers a promising alternative to conventional tissue culture-based transformation strategies.
Short-Term Associations of Traffic-Related Air Pollution with Cardiorespiratory Outcomes Among Low-Income Residents from a US–Mexico Border Community
Authors: Aguilera Juan , Jeon Soyoung , Chavez Mayra , Ibarra-Mejia Gabriel , Ferreira-Pinto Joao , Whigham Leah D. , Li Wen-Whai
Published: January 2025

Exposure to traffic-related air pollution is not merely linked to respiratory health issues but also poses significant risks to cardiovascular well-being. Individuals from lower-income communities residing in high-pollution zones are particularly vulnerable to adverse cardiorespiratory health impacts. Pollutants such as fine particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide (NO2), and ozone (O3) are recognized as a leading, yet preventable, contributor to cardiorespiratory diseases. Although research has extensively explored the short-term impact of these pollutants on respiratory health, the immediate effects on cardiovascular outcomes require further study. We explored associations of traffic-related air pollutants with airway inflammation, lung function, and cardiovascular health outcomes (metabolic syndrome [MetS]) collected from a sample of low-income participants (N = 662) from a US–Mexico border county. Airway inflammation was measured using exhaled nitric oxide tests (eNO), while lung function parameters were measured by spirometry. MetS risk factors (waist circumference, blood pressure, triglycerides, HDL, and fasting blood glucose) were also measured. While spirometry measures were negatively associated with air pollutants (p < 0.05), no associations were noted for eNO. We also found positive associations in linear and logistic models between air pollutants and obesity (BMI: p < 0.04; waist: p < 0.03), fasting blood glucose (p < 0.03), and metabolic syndrome (p < 0.04). These findings reaffirm the immediate adverse effects of air pollution on respiratory function and shed light on its broader metabolic consequences. Environmental and neighborhood conditions could potentially influence the associations with obesity. At the same time, the links between fasting glucose and metabolic syndrome might indicate underlying oxidative stress and systemic inflammation.
Evaluating the Role of Robotic Surgery Gastric Cancer Treatment: A Comprehensive Review by the Robotic Global Surgical Society (TROGSS) and European Federation International Society for Digestive Surgery (EFISDS) Joint Working Group
Authors: Marano Luigi , Cwalinski Tomasz , Girnyi Sergii , Skokowski Jaroslaw , Goyal Aman , Malerba Silvia , Prete Francesco Paolo , Mocarski Piotr , Kania Magdalena Kamila , Świerblewski Maciej , Strzemski Marek , Suárez-Carreón Luis Osvaldo , Herrera Kok Johnn Henry , Polom Karol , Kycler Witold , Calu Valentin , Talento Pasquale , Brillantino Antonio , Ciarleglio Francesco Antonio , Brusciano Luigi , Cillara Nicola , Duka Ruslan , Pascotto Beniamino , Azagra Juan Santiago , Calomino Natale , Testini Mario , Abou-Mrad Adel , Oviedo Rodolfo J. , Vashist Yogesh
Published: January 2025

Introduction: Robot-assisted minimally invasive gastrectomy (RAMIG) represents a significant advancement in the surgical management of gastric cancer, offering superior dexterity, enhanced visualization, and improved ergonomics compared to laparoscopic gastrectomy (LG). This review systematically evaluates the current evidence on perioperative outcomes, oncological efficacy, learning curves, and economic considerations, providing insights into RAMIG’s potential role in modern gastric cancer surgery. Methods: A thorough analysis of retrospective, prospective, and meta-analytic studies was conducted to compare RAMIG with LG. Key outcomes, including operative time, intraoperative blood loss, lymph node retrieval, postoperative complications, learning curve duration, and cost-effectiveness, were assessed. Emphasis was placed on both short-term and long-term oncological outcomes to determine the clinical value of RAMIG. Results: Evidence indicates that RAMIG is associated with reduced intraoperative blood loss, lower morbidity rates, and a shorter learning curve, with proficiency achieved after 11–25 cases compared to 40–60 cases for LG. The robotic platform’s articulated instruments and enhanced three-dimensional visualization enable more precise lymphadenectomy, particularly in complex anatomical regions. Despite these advantages, operative time remains longer, and costs remain higher due to system acquisition, maintenance, and consumable expenses. However, emerging data suggest a gradual narrowing of cost disparities. While short-term outcomes are favorable, further high-quality, multicenter studies are needed to validate long-term oncological efficacy and survival outcomes. Conclusion: RAMIG offers significant technical and clinical advantages over conventional LG, particularly in terms of precision and learning efficiency. However, the long-term oncological benefits and economic feasibility require further validation. Future research should focus on cost optimization, advanced technological integration such as near-infrared fluorescence and artificial intelligence, and multicenter trials to solidify RAMIG’s role as a standard approach for gastric cancer surgery.
Dynamic Effect of the Delayed Neutron Precursor Distribution on System Safety Analysis in Liquid-Fueled Molten Salt Reactor
Authors: Chen Shichao , Li Rui , Zuo Xiandi , Cheng Maosong , Dai Zhimin
Published: January 2025

The liquid-fueled molten salt reactor (MSR) is one of the candidate reactors for the Generation IV advanced nuclear power systems, which utilizes flowing liquid molten salt as both fuel and coolant. In transients of liquid-fueled MSRs, the distribution change in the delayed neutron precursors (DNPs) in the primary loop has an important impact on system safety analysis. In order to analyze and evaluate this effect, the RELAP5-TMSR code with a 1-D DNP transport model was used to model the Molten Salt Breeder Reactor (MSBR), and several representative transient scenarios, including the loss of primary flow, increase in primary flow, loss of secondary flow, reactivity perturbation, and load change, were simulated and analyzed. The results show that the DNP distribution changes obviously during primary flow transients, especially during the loss of primary flow. Besides, the power response trends at different power levels during the loss of primary flow are different. The analysis results reveal the steady-state and dynamic characteristics of the DNP distribution, indicating that the DNP distribution, temperature feedback, and reactor power are strongly coupled, which has significant implications for the design and safety analysis of liquid-fueled MSRs.
Small Disulfide Proteins with Antifungal Impact: NMR Experimental Structures as Compared to Models of Alphafold Versions
Authors: Gai Jiawei , File Márk , Erdei Réka , Czajlik András , Marx Florentine , Galgóczy László , Váradi Györgyi , Batta Gyula
Published: January 2025

In response to the growth of emerging resistance to conventional antifungal drugs, antifungal proteins (AFPs) of filamentous Ascomycetes origin have been discovered in recent years. Understanding the structure of AFPs is crucial for elucidating their antifungal mechanisms and developing new therapeutic agents. While nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) has proven effective in determining the structures of small proteins, some AFP structures remain unresolved, necessitating the use of alternative prediction methods. Through bioinformatics analysis and heatmaps of amino acid sequence identity and similarity matrix, we categorized AFPs into three major classes and six subcategories, revealing structural and bioactivity differences. We employed AlphaFold (AF) to predict the 3D structures of six different AFPs, with predictions compared to NMR-derived structures. The results demonstrated a high degree of consistency between AF and NMR structures, with AF excelling in structural quality assessment and accurately capturing complex disulfide bond patterns. Both AF2 and AF3 models outperform the NMR model in overall structural quality and coherence, with AF3 showing the best performance. However, the limitations of AF should be considered, including its reduced accuracy in predicting multi-metal ion complexes, suboptimal performance in highly flexible or disordered regions, and its inability to account for multiple conformers, as it generates only a single dominant structure. Moreover, while AF3 accurately predicts all disulfide bond patterns, AF2 falls short in this regard. This study verifies the reliability of AF in the structural prediction of cysteine-rich AFPs while highlighting these constraints, offering important support for the rational design of new protein-based antifungal drugs.
Coupled Aerodynamic–Hydrodynamic Analysis of Spar-Type Floating Foundations with Normal and Lightweight Concrete for Offshore Wind Energy in Colombia
Authors: Calderón Jose , Guzmán Andrés , Gómez William
Published: January 2025

Foundations for offshore wind turbines come in various types, with spar-type floating foundations being the most promising for different depths. This research analyzed the hydrodynamic–mechanical response of a 5 MW spar-type floating foundation under conditions typical of the Colombian Caribbean following the DNV standard. Two types of concrete were evaluated through numerical modeling: one with normal density (2400 kg/m3) and another with lightweight density (1900 kg/m3). Based on the hydrodynamic and structural dynamic response, it was concluded that the variation in concrete density only affected pitch rotation, with better performance observed in the lightweight concrete, achieving maximum rotations of 10°. The coupled model between QBlade and Aqwa was validated by code-to-code comparisons with QBlade’s fully coupled system with its ocean module. This study contributes to offshore engineering in Colombia by providing a detailed methodology for developing a coupled simulation, serving as a reference for both academia and industry amid the ongoing and projected wind energy development initiatives in the country.
Effects of Chronic Alcohol Intake on the Composition of the Ensemble of Drug-Metabolizing Enzymes and Transporters in the Human Liver
Authors: Gaither Kari A. , Yue Guihua , Singh Dilip Kumar , Trudeau Julia , Ponraj Kannapiran , Davydova Nadezhda Y. , Lazarus Philip , Davydov Dmitri R. , Prasad Bhagwat
Published: January 2025

In this study, to better understand the mechanisms of the profound impact of alcohol consumption on drug pharmacokinetics, efficacy, and toxicity, we characterized the alcohol-induced changes in the ensemble of drug-metabolizing enzymes and transporters (DMETs) in the human liver by performing global proteomic analysis of human liver microsomes from 94 donors. DMET protein levels were analyzed concerning alcohol consumption, smoking history, and sex using non-parametric tests, which were further strengthened by correlational analysis. To this end, we used a provisional index of alcohol exposure formulated based on the relative abundances of four marker proteins best correlating with the level of alcohol consumption. Alcohol-induced changes in the cytochrome P450 pool include significant increases in CYP2E1, CYP2B6, CYP2J2, and NADPH-cytochrome P450 reductase levels and the lowering of CYP1A2, CYP2C8, CYP2C9, CYP4A11, and cytochrome b5. Changes in UDP-glucuronosyltransferase (UGT) abundances comprise elevated UGT1A6, UGT1A9, and UGT2A1, and reduced UGT1A3, UGT1A4, UGT2B7, UGT2B10, and UGT2B15 levels. Tobacco smokers showed elevated CYP1A2, UGT1A6, and UGT2B4 and reduced FMO3, FMO4, and FMO5 levels, while in females, CYP1A2, UGT2B17, and UGT2B15 levels were lower, and UGT2A3 and STS were higher compared to males. The alcohol-induced changes in the DMET ensemble at the protein level reported herein provide deep insights into how alcohol impacts drug and xenobiotic metabolism.
Investigating the Zonal Response of Spatiotemporal Dynamics of Australian Grasslands to Ongoing Climate Change
Authors: Bai Jingai , Xu Tingbao
Published: January 2025

Grasslands are key components of land ecosystems, providing valuable ecosystem services and contributing to local carbon sequestration. Australian grasslands, covering approximately 70% of the continent, are vital for agriculture, pasture, and ecosystem services. Ongoing climate change introduces considerable uncertainties about the dynamic responses of different types of grasslands to changes in regional climate and its variation. This study, bringing together high-resolution meteorological data, calibrated long-term satellite NDVI data, and NPP and statistical models, investigated the spatiotemporal variability of NDVI and NPP and their predominant drivers (temperature and soil water content) across Australia’s grassland zones from 1992 to 2021. Results showed a slight, non-significant NDVI increase, primarily driven by improved vegetation in northern savannah grasslands (SGs). Areal average annual NPP values fluctuated annually but with a levelled trend over time, illustrating grassland resilience. NDVI and NPP measures aligned spatially, with values decreasing from the coastal to the inland regions and north to south. Most of the SGs experienced an increase in NDVI and NPP, boosted by abundant soil moisture and warm weather, which promoted vegetation growth and sustained a stable growing biomass in this zone. The increased NDVI and NPP in northern open grasslands (OGs) were linked to wetter conditions, while their decreases in western desert grasslands (DGs) were ascribed to warming and drier weather. Soil water availability was the dominant driver of grassland growth, with NDVI being positively correlated with soil water content but being negatively correlated with temperature across most grasslands. Projections under the SSP126 and SSP370 scenarios using ACCESS-ESM1.5 showed slight NPP increases by 2050 under warmer and wetter conditions, though western and southern grasslands may see declines in vegetation coverage and carbon storage. This study provides insights into the responses of Australian grasslands to climate variability. The results will help to underpin the design of sustainable grassland management strategies and practices under a changing climate for Australia.
Investigation of Dielectric Barrier Discharge Plasma for the Degradation of Erythromycin Solution
Authors: Liu Yifan , Wang Xiaolong , Wang Zongzheng , Xv Tianao , Dai Xiaowen , Liu Yadi , Sun Ying , Zhao Tong , Zhang Yuantao
Published: January 2025

Antibiotic contamination constitutes a serious environmental and public health risk. In order to fill the gap in the study of plasma degradation of erythromycin (ERY), this paper systematically investigated the mechanism of ERY degradation by dielectric barrier discharge (DBD) plasma. The underlying reaction mechanisms were investigated by experiments and molecular dynamics simulations. Plasma emission spectra revealed active hydroxyl radicals (·OH) and argon (Ar) spectral lines. The degradation efficiency of plasma treatment for ERY was found to be strongly influenced by treatment parameters, including applied voltage, treatment duration, and gas flow rate. In particular, a maximum degradation of 90% was achieved for a 250 mg/L ERY solution under conditions of 18 kV voltage, 850 sccm gas flow rate, and 60 min of treatment. The presence of ·OH and hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) in the reaction and their important role in the degradation were proved experimentally. Fracture of the ERY lactone ring induced by hydrogen abstraction reactions with reactive oxygen species (ROS) was observed by molecular dynamics simulations. In the in vitro antimicrobial assays targeting Staphylococcus aureus, the treated solutions demonstrated low toxicity, underscoring the practical applicability of dielectric barrier discharge (DBD) plasma technology in addressing antibiotic contamination in aquatic environments.
GLI1-Altered Mesenchymal Tumours in the Head and Neck: A Case Report and Literature Review
Authors: Janjic Olivier , De Vito Claudio , Lobrinus Johannes Alexander , Becker Minerva , Dulguerov Nicolas
Published: January 2025

Background and Clinical Significance: GLI1 gene alterations have recently been identified as a pathological phenomenon associated with a distinct novel entity of mesenchymal neoplasms. They have been reported to occur in any soft tissue of the body, with a specific affinity for the head and neck region. The aim of this article is to increase awareness of this entity and provide a detailed summary of the modes of presentation and diagnostic and therapeutic issues surrounding these tumours occurring in the head and neck region. Case Presentation: We report the case of a 39-year-old male patient with ACTB::GLI1 fusion-related mesenchymal tongue tumour who was successfully treated by surgery. Conclusions: GLI1-altered mesenchymal tumours in the head and neck may harbour various clinical presentations. Larger series are needed to better define the clinicopathological range of this novel entity. We suggest a follow-up period of at least 2 years with imaging, followed by a clinical follow-up of 3 years. Certain clinicopathological features may warrant further and more extensive follow-up.
CTAB-Assisted Formation of Hierarchical Porosity in Cu-BDC-NH2 Metal–Organic Frameworks and Its Enhanced Peroxidase-like Catalysis for Xanthine Sensing
Authors: Tan Chao , He Junjie , Zhou Fei , Xu Ruicheng , Gao Yilei , Marks Robert S. , Li Junji
Published: January 2025

A novel porous metal-organic framework (MOF), pCu-BDC-NH2, with hierarchical porosity was synthesized using cetyltrimethylammonium bromide (CTAB) as a pore-generation agent. In addition to its common functions including structure-directing ligands or soft micelle templates, the judicious use of CTAB effectively modulated pore architecture in Cu-BDC-NH2 MOFs. With additional mesopores generated during the synthesis process, the intrinsic MOF scaffolds further obtained pore hierarchies and interconnectivity, enabling efficient substrate access to the active metal centers, and thus significantly facilitated catalytic performance. As a proof of concept, we applied the finely engineered porous MOF pCu-BDC-NH2 in a cascaded enzymatic system for xanthine sensing. This colorimetric biosensor exhibited a low detection limit of 0.11 μM, and a wide linear range of 1–120 μM. Furthermore, the sensor demonstrated exceptional stability, reproducibility, and was independent of interferences. Our simple yet effective method may find broader applications in tailoring pore architecture, enabling finer engineered structures to improve catalytic activities of nanomaterials.
Exploring the Mechanisms and Pathways Through Which the Digital Transformation of Manufacturing Enterprises Enhances Green and Low-Carbon Performance Under the “Dual Carbon” Goals
Authors: Liu Jun , Zhang Peng , Wang Xiaofei
Published: January 2025

The coordinated development of digitalization and greening is essential for economic transformation and upgrading, especially given the pressing global carbon emission challenges. China’s commitment to achieving “dual carbon” goals highlights the need for sustainable solutions, particularly in the manufacturing sector, which is a significant source of energy consumption and emissions; carbon emissions account for more than 30%. Integrating advanced digital technologies with manufacturing is critical for reducing carbon and sustainable growth. According to the research results, more than 70% of scholars believe that digital transformation boosts green innovation and low-carbon development, but the mechanisms still need to be clarified, slowing transformation efforts and reducing efficiency. Taking the intellectualization and green low-carbon development of manufacturing enterprises as latent variables, and taking the nine paths obtained by scholars’ research results and investigation interviews to promote green low-carbon performance as observation variables, this paper constructs a structural equation model and deeply explores the mechanism and paths of the intellectualization transformation of manufacturing enterprises affecting carbon reduction, emission reduction and sustainable development of enterprises. The research results show that the digital intelligent transformation of manufacturing enterprises affects the green and low-carbon performance improvement and sustainable development of enterprises through technological innovation, industrial structure transformation and upgrading, and reshaping resource allocation. These strategies lower energy use and emissions, strengthen sustainability, and improve green performance. The findings offer theoretical and practical insights, providing a roadmap for efficient digital transformation in manufacturing to achieve the “dual carbon” goals and support sustainable development.
Extending Peri-Personal Space in Immersive Virtual Reality: A Systematic Review
Authors: Karakoc Cagatay , Lucifora Chiara , Massimino Simona , Nucera Sebastiano , Vicario Carmelo Mario
Published: January 2025

Peri-personal space (PPS) refers to the area immediately surrounding our body where interactions with objects and others occur. Immersive virtual reality (IVR) offers a controlled and adaptable environment, enabling the precise modulation of PPS boundaries. This provides significant benefits across various fields, including enhancing spatial awareness, advancing therapeutic interventions, and improving ergonomic designs. This systematic review aims to synthesize and evaluate the existing literature on this topic through various methodologies. To achieve this, three databases, PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science, were searched following the PRISMA framework. Twenty studies met the eligibility criteria, were assessed for quality, and were included in the review. Across all studies, IVR was utilized to provide multisensory interactions and implement methods were used to manipulate PPS boundaries. The review categorizes PPS extension methods into three main domains: tool-use extension, extension related to tool use, social interaction extension, and embodiment-related extension. The findings confirm IVR’s potential to expand PPS boundaries and offer recommendations for leveraging this technology in future research. This work highlights the importance of IVR in advancing our understanding of PPS and its practical applications across diverse contexts.
Some Simple Full-Range Inverse-Normal Approximations
Authors: Koopman Raymond
Published: January 2025

Two approximations are given for numerically inverting the full range of the standard normal cumulative distribution function. The first approximation has two fitted constants and only modest accuracy but is very simple and well suited for hand calculators. The second approximation has four fitted constants and is more accurate. Alternate versions of the approximations are also given, with the constants chosen to minimize the maximum relative error in the implied approximate q rather than the maximum absolute error in the approximate z.
Advancing Particle Technology Research in Indonesia: Insights from Computational Bibliometric Analysis
Authors: Kurniawan Tedi , Nandiyanto Asep Bayu Dani
Published: January 2025

This study explored the progress and trends in particle technology research in Indonesia using computational bibliometric analysis based on the Scopus database. Examining academic publications, collaboration networks, and citation patterns identified key areas of focus, influential contributors, and emerging topics within the field. Insights gained from this study provide a comprehensive overview of the research landscape, highlighting Indonesia's contributions to particle technology and offering guidance for future research priorities and collaborations. The findings aim to strengthen the country's scientific presence in this domain and foster innovation and global engagement
Enhancing Water Sustainability with AI methods: Analysis and Prediction of Seasonal Water Quality of Nepal Using Machine Learning Approach
Authors: Paneru Biplov , Paneru Bishwash , Sapkota Sanjog Chhetri
Published: January 2025

Water quality is a crucial concern worldwide, including in Nepal, where efficient monitoring is essential for safe drinking water and preventing waterborne illnesses. This study employs machine learning to analyze and forecast the seasonal water quality index (WQI) of Nepalese well water. Hybrid models with nested cross-validation were introduced, using methods like CatBoost, Decision Tree, Logistic Regression, MLP-GRU, and LSTM-GRU hybrids. Performance metrics included R², accuracy, and RMSE. CatBoost achieved the highest classification accuracy (99.35%), while the LSTM-GRU hybrid excelled in capturing complex temporal patterns. Nested cross-validation demonstrated 96.13% accuracy with low standard deviation. Additionally, SHAP analysis identified key predictive factors using the SVM model. This research highlights machine learning’s potential in predicting and managing water quality effectively
Educação Ambiental e as tecnologias digitais: análise das produções de teses e dissertações de 2010 até 2017
Authors: Carmo Amanda Amália Araújo do , Almeida Patrícia Vasconcelos , Sá Brenda Amaral Morais Sarmento de
Published: February 2025

O presente artigo de revisão bibliográfica tem por objetivo observar, a partir das pesquisas, a presença das tecnologias para o ensino da Educação Ambiental (EA) e na formação de professores, no contexto da educação básica e cursos de formação para professores (pós-graduação stricto sensu). Para isso, realizamos uma pesquisa de teses e dissertações em duas bases de banco de dados que foram publicadas no período de 2010 a 2017. Para análise dos trabalhos foram criadas categorias utilizando os pressupostos da Análise de Conteúdo. As categorias encontradas foram: “Os discursos do ensino da Educação Ambiental”, “O ensino da Educação Ambiental a e Tecnologias Digitais” e “Tecnologias digitais na formação de professores na Educação Ambiental”. Constatamos que existem poucos trabalhos que a discutem a EA com a utilização das tecnologias.  De maneira geral percebemos ao analisar os trabalhos que o discurso da EA perpassa pela análise crítica da realidade. Quanto o ensino da EA através das tecnologias digitais pode ser promissor desde que os professores tenham um objetivo claro e não veja as tecnologias como salvadoras do ensino.
Práticas pedagógicas com educação ambiental em escolas situadas em municípios na zona costeira brasileira: uma revisão integrativa
Authors: Santos Wilder Max Vieira dos , Freitas Rodrigo Rodrigues de
Published: February 2025

Este artigo objetiva mapear e analisar artigos científicos da última década, nas bases de dados Scientific Eletronic Library Online (SCIELO), Google Acadêmico e Periódico Capes, que abordam o tema: práticas pedagógicas com a Educação Ambiental em escolas situadas na Zona Costeira Brasileira. Trata-se de uma revisão integrativa, que tem como questão norteadora: qual o papel do docente e do discente nas práticas pedagógicas com Educação Ambiental em escolas da Zona Costeira Brasileira? Após análise dos 13 artigos, concluiu-se que docentes e discentes desenvolvem práticas pedagógicas pertinentes à Educação Ambiental; contudo, boa parte das ações encerram-se na escola, cumprindo somente o currículo escolar.
Tecnologias de monitoramento aplicadas na Educação Ambiental
Authors: Barbosa Milton Augusto , Sabonaro Débora Zumkeller
Published: February 2025

A Educação Ambiental (EA) e a aplicação das tecnologias da Indústria 4.0 (I4.0) têm grande importância para as atividades dos egressos nas empresas e para o equilíbrio do meio ambiente. Considerando essa característica multidisciplinar relevante a ser explorada no ensino, na pesquisa e na extensão para o monitoramento ambiental (MA), o objetivo desse artigo é responder quais e como podem ser aplicadas as tecnologias da I4.0 em MA, visando um meio ambiente ecológico equilibrado. A metodologia da pesquisa se baseia na seleção de artigos que citam aplicações da I4.0 em MA para a sustentabilidade. Os resultados demonstram que projetos multidisciplinares inovadores de MA podem ser utilizados na EA para o ensino técnico e superior.
Economia circular como ferramenta para Educação Ambiental no Ensino Básico
Authors: Carvalho Katharyne Jéssica Barbosa de , Cruz Geyner Alves dos Santos
Published: February 2025

A integração da Economia Circular ao ensino de Educação Ambiental (EA) é pouco explorada, de forma que lacunas de conhecimento sobre esse tema ainda persistem. Com isso, o objetivo deste estudo foi identificar e analisar as diferentes abordagens pedagógicas empregadas no ensino da EA por meio da Economia Circular, a partir de uma revisão bibliográfica qualitativa descritiva no período de 2013-2023. Como resultados, foram registrados 4.132 estudos, sendo seis estudos considerados nesta pesquisa com os anos de 2019-2023 representando a maior porcentagem de publicações. Esta pesquisa destaca a necessidade de aproximar as relações entre a Economia Circular e EA de maneira prática, principalmente no Ensino básico.
L’arbre qui cache l’éléphant de savane. Etudes génétique et morphologique par machine learning des éléphants de Sebitoli, Ouganda
Authors: Krief Sabrina , Bonnald Julie , Utge Jose , Krief Jean-Michel , Cornette Raphaël
Published: January 2025

Les fermiers cultivant autour de la forêt de Sebitoli en Ouganda rapportent l'existence d'éléphants de taille et de comportements hétérogènes. Nos travaux conduits dans cette zone forestière, s'appuyant sur des méthodes de génétique et de morphométrie couplée à du machine learning, confirment l’existence de morphotypes différents et génétiquement distincts. Ils montrent également la présence majoritaire d'éléphants de savane et d’hybrides fertiles dans cette zone forestière. Depuis 2021, l’UICN (Union Internationale pour la Conservation de la Nature) considère qu’il existe deux espèces d'éléphants d'Afrique, l'éléphant de forêt (Loxodonta cyclotis), "en danger critique d'extinction", et l'éléphant de savane (Loxodonta africana), "en danger". Bien que nos résultats soient en faveur de l’existence d’une seule espèce biologique, la division en deux écotypes ou sous-espèces morphologiquement distincts se justifie. En effet, il est urgent de protéger les éléphants d'Afrique de forêt car les menaces qui pèsent sur la forêt tropicale s'additionnent à celles qui touchent les éléphants de savane. Nos résultats posent aussi la question du statut de conservation des hybrides.
Synthetic Biology Application for Bladder Cancer
Authors: Zhang Shiqiang , Wang Chaoliang , Fan Longlong
Published: January 2025

Synthetic biology is an interdisciplinary field that combines engineering principles to design and construct new biological components, devices, and systems for understanding and reprogramming biological functions. This field aims to create novel biological entities with specific functions or solutions to particular problems through precise manipulation of biomolecules and cells. Bladder cancer is a type of cancer that originates in the tissues of the urinary bladder and primarily affects the urothelial cells lining the bladder wall. Synthetic biology technology, while relatively new for the treatment of bladder cancer, has promising potential for providing innovative solutions for the detection, treatment, and management of bladder cancer. This article reviews the latest research progress in the field of synthetic biology applied to bladder cancer. This research focuses on the application of gene editing technologies such as CRISPR–CRISPR-associated protein 9 to precisely modify the genome of bladder cancer cells to inhibit their growth and proliferation. Additionally, it introduces methods for enhancing antitumor immune responses through the modification of immune cells, such as chimeric antigen receptor-T-cell therapy. Furthermore, this article explores the potential of the use of genetically engineered bacteria as an emerging treatment option for bladder cancer. Despite challenges such as targeting specificity, safety, and cost, synthetic biology technologies provide new perspectives and strategies for the treatment of bladder cancer. With continuous advancements in technology and strengthened interdisciplinary collaboration, the application of synthetic biology in bladder cancer treatment holds great promise, potentially offering patients new treatment options and hope.
Self-Cleaning Leather
Authors: Silva Fernanda V. , Lansarin Marla A. , Coletti Julia M. , Aquim Patrice M.
Published: February 2025

This work evaluated the use of polycarboxylic acids as chemical binders to immobilize TiO2 to produce “crust” vegetable-tanned leather with self-cleaning properties. A methodology was developed with immersion of leather samples in a solution of polycarboxylic acids, followed by curing of the binder. Subsequently, photocatalyst deposition was performed through immersion, followed by a second curing process. Additionally, the samples were subjected to a wind tunnel to remove TiO2 layers overlapping the chemically bonded layer on the surface. To evaluate photocatalytic activity, a methylene blue photocatalyst activity indicator ink (PAII) was applied on the leather surface, being reduced by UV light. Photodegradation was registered through digital images and evaluated by RGB spectra. This methodology has never been used before for leather samples. Results showed that polycarboxylic acids acts like binder to collagen fibers through esterification reaction. Furthermore, it was found that increasing the photocatalyst cure temperature enhances the bonding between the carboxylic groups of succinic acid and TiO2, thereby increasing the photocatalytic activity. However, there is a temperature limit (60°C) above which the leather loses its properties.
These results demonstrated that the methodology was efficient, being able to produce self-cleaning vegetable-tanned leather with photocatalytic activity and good reproducibility.
The Analysis of Music as a Form of Anthropotechnics
Authors:   Institute of Philosophy, Saint Petersburg State University, Yarochkin D.A.
Published: January 2025

Introduction. The article is devoted to the analysis of music as a form of anthropotechnics. The author uses the concept of P. Sloterdike, according to which anthropotechnics is a method of mental and physical practice through which people from different cultures strive to optimize their behavior in the face of life risks and a sense of mortality. Music, occupying a special place in culture, is a kind of synthesis of both rational and irrational aspects of anthropotechnics. Content. In order to identify the universal and irrational features of music in the mythologized consciousness, the article compares the image of Odysseus in the Greek myth of the siren and the image of the shaman-kam in the Altai myths. The common and different features of these images are revealed. The motif of the journey is considered to be common to both images, and the background to both journeys is music. The difference is the nature of the relationship between the individual and the music. The shaman and Odysseus represent two strategies for interacting with the irrational element. Odysseus retains homeostasis, while the shaman dies and is reborn as another subject. In the first case, the individual remains unchanged, and anthropotechnics serves as a way of his self-improvement; in the second, the immutability of human nature is called into question.

Conclusions. The examples of Odysseus and shaman-kam illustrate the dynamism and variability of anthropotechnics: from maintaining homeostasis and austerity, to losing one's self and ecstatic transformation - while musical means are used in the process of creating and transforming the image of a person, which emphasizes the variability of human nature.
Juan José Baz y la construcción del Porfiriato. Lealtades, redes clientelares y ¿nepotismo?, 1880-1887
Authors: Muñoz Bravo Pablo
Published: February 2025

El artículo aborda la formación de redes, la construcción de lealtades y el régimen porfirista durante la década de los años ochenta del siglo XIX a través del análisis de la trayectoria final de Juan José Baz, quien fungió como intermediario político. Al mismo tiempo, hay una revisión de la cultura política, consistente en prácticas modernas, pero también en “vicios democráticos” como el uso del paternalismo, el clientelismo y el nepotismo. Todo lo anterior, a través del uso de fuentes primarias como la correspondencia personal de Porfirio Díaz, la prensa y otros repositorios.
Los indicios relegados sobre los destinos finales de los desaparecidos de larga data en México
Authors: Ortiz Rosas Rubén
Published: February 2025

La desaparición forzada de personas se ha documentado en México desde la década de 1960 y, desde entonces, no ha sido posible conocer la verdad acerca de su paradero. En ese sentido, el presente artículo intenta responder a la pregunta ¿pueden los desaparecidos estar vivos?, para lo cual se recurrió a trabajar desde la historia oral, con testimonios de sobrevivientes, familiares de personas desaparecidas y documentos de acervos históricos de los servicios de inteligencia, de colectivos de familiares y bibliografía reciente sobre el tema. Así, a través de una crítica de fuentes se plantean cuatro teorías que dan cuenta de que algunas personas desaparecidas se encontraban vivas aún cuando el gobierno mexicano negaba haberlos detenido, o bien, decía que estaban muertos.
La primera teoría menciona que algunas personas fueron liberadas y permanecieron deambulando por las calles sin reintegrarse a sus hogares.La segunda, da cuenta del uso de hospitales psiquiátricos como espacios de reclusión. La tercera nos dice que en algunas prisiones hubo espacios clandestinos en los que las autoridades mantuvieron personas desaparecidas y, por último, se hace mención de un grupo de personas desaparecidas ocultadas en las Islas Marías.En este artículo se plantea la problemática que existe para conocer la verdad de un fenómeno del pasado reciente, cuando existen fuentes que no han sido exploradas y cuya riqueza parte de la información que resguarda la memoria de víctimas y familias que investigaron por su cuenta el paradero de sus seres queridos. De esta manera, la memoria ha encontrado sus referentes documentales lo que abre una nueva veta que presenta la complejidad del pasado de la desaparición forzada y vislumbra la magnitud de lo que significó para quienes fueron víctimas de esta práctica.
Neutralidades latinoamericanas, colonialismo británico e imperialismo alemán, bases militares estadounidenses: Uruguay y Argentina (1938-1942)
Authors: Cyjon Stolovicz Roberto
Published: February 2025

El objetivo general es analizar el devenir de las neutralidades regionales en el sistema americano durante la Segunda Guerra Mundial, complejizado por el modelo panamericanista propulsado por Estados Unidos de América. Dada la sospecha de la amenaza nazi en el continente, su intención era instalar bases militares en Latinoamérica a partir de 1940. El imperialismo británico en la región aún mantenía su inercia. Conjeturamos que Argentina, opositora persistente de los Estados Unidos de América y defensora a ultranza de su neutralidad, bregó para que Uruguay no instalase bases estadounidenses en sus costas en el año 1940. Aún siendo un país pequeño, Uruguay asumió relevantes protagonismos a nivel internacional. Latinoamérica prevaleció como suministradora de materias primas y logró mantenerse neutral hasta 1942, año en que la potencia del norte impuso su hegemonía y se optó, salvo excepciones, por la declaración de guerra al Eje. Exploraremos fuentes primarias de archivos históricos de los Ministerios de Relaciones Exteriores estadounidense, mexicano y uruguayo, y documentos diplomáticos argentinos aún no suficientemente estudiados. Intentaremos contrastar, en la medida de lo posible, datos de los embajadores en diálogo con historiografías especializadas. Aspiramos a que la originalidad de estudiar espacios en multiniveles que trasciendan a la esfera estadocéntrica, inspire reflexiones sobre una trama que, proyectada al presente, no pierde vigencia.
¡El arielismo ha muerto, viva el antiimperialismo! La influencia del APRA y el indoamericanismo en el movimiento estudiantil chileno, 1930-1940
Authors: Moraga Valle Fabio
Published: February 2025

En el contexto político latinoamericano de la década de 1930 —marcado por la Guerra Civil Española y la inminencia de la Segunda Guerra Mundial—en Santiago de Chile se realizaron dos congresos estudiantiles de carácter latinoamericano: la Segunda Convención Estudiantil, convocada por la Federación de Estudiantes de la Universidad de Chile, FECH, y el Congreso Latinoamericano de Estudiantes, promovido por organizaciones estudiantiles del continente. En estos eventos se produjeron debates ideológicos y políticos al interior del movimiento estudiantil chileno, donde se confrontaron las propuestas comunistas que propugnaban el internacionalismo proletario y los planteamientos del indoamericanismo promovido por la Alianza Popular Revolucionaria Americana, APRA. Si bien, la discusión trató de mantener lealtades con ambos proyectos y los conflictos ideológicos cambiaron de contenido, mantuvieron importantes grados de tensión que no se resolvió en un enfrentamiento, sino en que el contexto internacional de una inminente guerra.