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Features of Feminist Approach to Scientific Research
Authors: Puhach Veronika
Published: July 2024

Feminist philosophy is one of the leading areas of contemporary philosophy. It has been actively developing over decades and has significant contributions in various areas of theoretical and practical philosophy. Feminist philosophy of science is particularly interesting, as it is primarily responsible for feminist formulations of basic methodological statements of feminist approach to scientific research. The goal of this article is to determine the main features of feminist approach to scientific research. In order to achieve this goal, the article analyzes the main ideas of feminist philosophy of science regarding the criticism of the ideal of value-free science, reviewing and rethinking the meaning of objectivity, and reflections on feminist methodology. Accordingly, the article consists of an introduction, three parts, and conclusion. The first part is dedicated to the causes and effects of feminist criticism of the value-free ideal of science. In the second part, feminist reflections about objectivity are outlined, drawing on the views of such prominent feminist philosophers as Sandra Harding, Helen Longino, Elisabeth Lloyd, and Heather Douglas. The relevance of these reflections for feminist historiography of philosophy is also noted. The third part addresses the question of whether there is a feminist method and explores the traits and typical properties of a feminist methodology. In conclusion, the main features of feminist approach to scientific research are formulated. These include attention to the role of values in producing and applying scientific knowledge, a preference to explanations that account for details and complexity over simplification and generalization, consideration of women’s experience, consideration of usefulness of diversity within scientific communities to mitigate assumptions and prejudices, belief is compatibility of objectivity and value-ladenness, openness to criticism, and self-reflection.
Civil Action in Criminal Proceedings as a Means of Protection of Property Rights of the State
Authors: Mikhaylova Ekaterina V. ,   Acting Head of the Department of Procedural Law of the Institute of State and Law of the Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: July 2024

The article discusses the procedural problems associated with the consideration of a civil claim brought in defense of the property rights of the state within the framework of criminal proceedings. It is shown that the Code of Criminal Procedure of the Russian Federation does not name the state among the persons who can take the procedural status of a civil plaintiff. The question of the “fate” of a civil claim in the context of termination of criminal proceedings is explored. The problem of a possible missed statute of limitations due to the protracted investigation of the criminal case has been revealed.
Relations with Regards to Rights to Intellectual Deliverables and Labor Relations: Mutual Influence and Interrelation
Authors: Tatarinov Aleksandr A. ,   Associate Professor of the Department of Labor and Entrepreneurial Law of the Volga-Vyatka Institute (Branch) of the Kutafin Moscow State Law University
Published: July 2024

The article deals with the issues of intersectoral relations in Russian law. The legal regulation of the sphere of intellectual activity, rights to the results of this activity is complex, complex in nature, the relationships that arise often give rise to conflicts in determining the rights of the subjects involved in them. The interaction of the norms of civil and labor law is manifested, first of all, in the creation of official works, the author explores the possibilities of local and contractual regulation of labor relations in this direction of the labor activity of employees.
Making Disconnection Cut Design Works Using Temple Line
Authors: Park Se-Yun , Park Eun-Jun ,   The Korean Society of Beauty and Art
Published: July 2024

A disconnected haircut is a haircut technique which intentionally creates a disconnected effect within the hairstyle by incorporating deliberate breaks in continuity. In general, haircuts typically emphasize overall uniformity with consistent hair length throughout. Recently, however, there have been efforts to break away from such stereotyped styles. Given these circumstances, this study sought to pioneer new disconnected haircuts by incorporating temple lines, aligning with the contemporary trends of modern society. For this, hair wigs were designed by dividing head shape interior along the temple lines and applying four different designs by hair length (short, medium, long, short & long). To achieve this, the interior head shape was divided the temple lines. Subsequently, four distinct designs were developed based on variations in hair length (short, medium, long, and combinations of short and long), which were then applied to hair wigs. Consequently, a range of unique and creative haircuts emerged, featuring disconnected lengths originating from the temple lines and displaying diverse orientations. It seems that the study results could serve as fundamental data capable of broadening hairstylists' understanding of disconnected haircut techniques incorporating temple lines.
Análisis crítico de las políticas culturales en Colombia
Authors: Medina Malaver Lina Marcela
Published: July 2024

El propósito de este artículo es realizar un análisis crítico de las políticas culturales en Colombia desde antes de la Constitución Política de 1991 hasta la actualidad. Esta idea nació de las diferentes tensiones conceptuales que surgieron del análisis documental efectuado en la etapa inicial de la investigación denominada “Interculturalidad: un abordaje desde los imaginarios sociales en un contexto educativo rural”. Desde esta perspectiva, estas políticas han sido un componente trascendental para resguardar y promover la diversidad cultural de nuestro país, ya que buscan proteger el patrimonio cultural de la nación. En conclusión, en las categorías resaltadas en el análisis se evidenció que, pese a los cambios sobre el reconocimiento cultural, estos se traducen en normativas insuficientes para alcanzar una verdadera cultura de reconocimiento y respeto por las diferencias.
Nursing cooperation in orthotopic heart and liver transplantation-A case report
Authors: Wang Chunling
Published: July 2024

Nursing cooperation in orthotopic heart and liver transplantation Patients with ischemic cardiomyopathy and decompensation of alcoholic liver cirrhosis. To summarize the main points of nursing cooperation for a case of alcoholic liver cirrhosis with decompensated liver function and severe ischemic cardiomyopathy undergoing orthotopic heart-liver transplantation. It is proposed that the nurses in the operating room should have a detailed understanding of the patient’s relevant conditions and special requirements before the operation, and participate in the multidisciplinary professional team to formulate possible emergency plans
From Spatial Domination to Virtual Space Solidarity Tactics: Perjuangan Bersama Untuk Mengatasi Ketidakadilan Terhadap Penghayat Agama Lokal Minahasa
Authors: Pinatik Hun Johanis Alfrits , Izak Y. M. Lattu  , Tony Tampake
Published: July 2024

Many studies have explored indigenous religious believers struggle against world religions domination. However, studies on the employment of virtual space to heighten indigenous believers' tactical solidarity from the Global South remain understudy. This paper explores indigenous religious followers' struggles through access to virtual space as a tactic of everyday solidarity against world religions spatial domination and the state politics of religion in North Sulawesi, Indonesia. It focuses on the efforts of Minahasa indigenous religious believers to advocate for their existence through virtual media collectively. Indigenous religious believers have experienced various forms of spatial domination, such as destroying ancestral sites and ritual places that they consider sacred to realize their beliefs. The single truth perspective has produced the domination of the world religions monotheistic paradigm and the state politics of religion. The single truth has resulted in hate speech, stigmatization, and physical destruction of indigenous religious sacred sites. Through click activism, indigenous religious believers employ virtual media to advocate Minahasa indigenous religions/beliefs. The concept of tactical media is used in this study to analyze how the tactics of indigenous religious believers collectively produce a discourse of resistance critique and discourse on the importance of their places of belief to the public. This study uses qualitative research: observation, in-depth interviews, and literature review to argue that indigenous religious believers have tactically used virtual media as a critical discourse of resistance to the spatial domination constructed by world religious relations and state religious policies.
RESTORATIVE JUSTICE SEBAGAI JAMINAN PERLINDUNGAN BAGI KASUS ANAK BERHADAPAN DENGAN HUKUM DALAM PERSPEKTIF HUKUM KELUARGA ISLAM
Authors: Armasito Armasito , Shesa Laras
Published: July 2024

Kasus anak berhadapan dengan hukum mengalami peningkatan dari tahun 2020 hingga 2023. Penyelesaian kasus anak yang berkonflik dengan hukum tidak boleh bertentangan dengan prinsip umum perlindungan anak, yaitu non diskriminasi, kepentingan terbaik bagi anak, kelangsungan tumbuh kembang anak, serta menghargai partisipasi anak. Anak berhadapan dengan hukum beresiko menghadapi stigma kriminal yang serius, yang berdampak pada masa depan mereka. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguraikan tentang restorative justice sebagai salah satu cara penyelesaian  anak berhadapan dengan hukum demi tetap terpenuhinya hak-hak anak  serta perspektif hukum keluarga Islam dalam mengkajinya. Penelitian ini menggunakan  data-data kualitatif sebagaimana penelitian hukum normatif yang paparannya secara deskriptif kualitatif. Hasil penelitian ini menyimpulkan bahwa restorative justice merupakan solusi alternatif bagi perlindungan terhadap anak yang berhadapan dengan hukum atau anak yang berkonflik dengan hukum. Penyelesaikan persoalan hukum dengan cara-cara diversi dengan melibatkan banyak pihak secara komprehensif. Dalam implementasinya restorative justice menyebabkan semua hak-hak anak akan terpenuhi dan menjauhkan anak dari stigma negatif sebagai “anak nakal”. Hukum keluraga Islam sebagai bagain dari hukum Islam secara menyeluruh memandang restorative justice akan mendatangkan kebaikan bagi anak dan orang tua serta lingkungan keluarga dapat membantu memperbaiki situasi dan kondisi menjadi lebih baik.
Kata Kunci: Restorative Justice; Perlindungan Anak; Hukum Keluarga Islam
Détection de la mammite bovine par le test CMT dans les conditions de terrain en Algérie
Authors: Saidani Khelaf , Zeroual Fayçal , Metref Ahmed Khiredine , Dahmani Ali , Tennah Safia
Published: July 2024

Les mammites sont une cause majeure de perte économique pour l’industrie laitière. Elles affectent fréquemment les vaches laitières post-partum qui sont élevées en stabulation permanente, indépendamment de la race, de la catégorie d’âge et de la conformation de la mamelle. Cette étude a pour but d’évaluer la prévalence et l’incidence annuelle des mammites cliniques et subcliniques dans les élevages laitiers de la région montagneuse située entre les provinces de Bejaia et de Tizi Ouzou. L’essai a été mené dans des conditions de terrain pour démontrer l’intérêt du California Mastitis Test (CMT) pour le diagnostic précoce de la mammite bovine subclinique. Quatre cents vaches issues de trente-deux petites exploitations laitières, de races et de classes d’âge différentes, ont été dépistées à l’aide du CMT après un examen clinique préliminaire, sur une période de janvier 2019 à février 2020. Deux cent dix-neuf vaches dépistées avaient au moins un quartier atteint, soit une prévalence globale de 54,75 %, avec plus de cas de mammites subcliniques (35,5 %) que de mammites cliniques (17,25 %). Le CMT a permis un diagnostic précoce, sans quoi deux tiers des cas seraient passés inaperçus. La détection précoce peut ainsi améliorer les soins vétérinaires et réduire les pertes économiques.
Pengemasan Paket Wisata Edukasi Andaliman di Taman Eden 100 Kabupaten Toba, Sumatera Utara
Authors: Pakpahan Rosdiana , Nainggola Hetty Claudia
Published: July 2024

Taman Eden 100 Tourism Object is a tourist attraction that is very suitable as a tourist destination for people who live in the city.  The beautiful atmosphere of natural scenery can help tourists who live in the city feel more calm and comfortable enjoying their vacation time.  Currently, there are many travel agencies that package tourist objects that have the potential to become a tour package.  To be able to compete with other tourist attractions, it is necessary to package tour packages that can adapt to tourists.  Therefore, this study aims to produce a tour package based on the potentials that exist in the Taman Eden 100 Tourism Object.
 The research was conducted at Taman Eden 100, Toba Regency.  The method used by the author in this study is a descriptive method with a qualitative approach.  The data collection techniques in this research are in the form of literature study, observation, documentation, interviews and a check list with the Founder/Management of the Taman Eden 100 Tourism Object.
 The result of this research is "Andaliman Garden Eden Educational Tour Package 100 2D/1N".  The target market of this tour package is for group or group tourists.  Itinerary for the Andaliman Educational Tour Package, which the author designed based on the type, was to use a matrix/table type.  While calculating the price of the package, the authors classify it into two, namely fixed cost and variable cost.  It is hoped that the Tour Package that the author designed can be applied to the Taman Eden 100 Tourism Object and attract many visitors.
Keywords: Packaging, Potential, Tour Packages
Tindak Tutur Asertif Narasumber Grebek Gadget Di Pricebook Dan Pemanfaatannya Sebagai Materi Pembelajaran Teks Persuasi Di SMP
Authors: Makarim Faisal
Published: July 2024

The Grebek Gadget program is one of the program contents on the Pricebook YouTube channel which discusses the world of communication technology. The concept of this event is in the form of interviews with resource persons presented by a host (host). Information from the speech conveyed by the speaker to the host in the Grebek Gadget program on Pricebook is one of the speech act phenomena that is often encountered in informal speech events. This study aims to describe the forms of assertive speech acts, the mode, and the use of assertive speech acts by Grebek Gadget sources in Pricebook as teaching materials for persuasive texts in junior high schools. The research design used is descriptive qualitative research. The research data is in the form of speech segments and their contexts in the form of words, phrases, clauses, sentences which indicate the form of assertive speech acts and the mode in the speech of Grebek Gadget speakers in Pricebook and KI and KD syllabus for Indonesian language subjects in junior high school class VIII, curriculum 2013, revision 2017. The results of this study shows that assertive speech acts are found in the speech of information conveyed by the resource person to the presenter as many as six kinds, namely, stating, telling, complaining, showing, suggesting, boasting with various modes which include them, indicative mode, optative mode, imperative mode, obligative mode , and conditional mode. The relevance to learning Indonesian in junior high school can be used as persuasive text learning material that is directed at the ability of students to formulate steps for preparing conclusions and concluding how to present information about the content of persuasive texts that are heard and read. Utilization of this research can be used as a learning resource for teaching persuasive texts at the VIII grade semester 2 junior high school level in the form of a Learning Implementation Plan in accordance with the 2013 curriculum.
Wacana Humor Pada Akun Youtube Stand Up Kompas TV Dan Pemanfaatannya Sebagai Alternatif Materi Ajar Teks Anekdot Di Kelas X SMA
Authors: Siahaan Stella Renita , Widjajanti Anita , Syukron Ahmad
Published: July 2024

Melalui sebuah video stand up comedy yang diunggah ke dalam kanal Youtube, kritik dikemas dengan gaya humor yang menarik perhatian penonton. Umumnya, kritik memuat keresahan, isu-isu, fenomena aktual yang ada di masyarakat. Kritik yang disampaikan melalui stand up comedy dikemas dengan permainan kata yang membuat penonton dapat menerima pesan secara ringan namun tetap bermakna. Hasil dari penelitian ini kemudian dimanfaatkan sebagai alternatif materi ajar menganalisis kaidah kebahasaan teks anekdot dan menciptakan kembali teks anekdot dengan memperhatikan struktur dan kebahasaan teks anekdot. Penelitian ini bertujuan mendeskripsikan topik, struktur, prinsip humor, dan pemanfaatan prinsip humor sebagai alternatif materi ajar teks anekdot. Rancangan penelitian yakni kualitatif  dengan jenis penelitian deskriptif. Pendekatan yang digunakan adalah analisis wacana dan pragmatik. Data dalam penelitian ini berupa tuturan stand up comedy yang ada dalam video akun Youtube Stand Up Kompas TV dengan viewers/penonton di atas 100 ribu pada tahun 2020-2023 yang dipilih sesuai dengan kebutuhan rumusan masalah. Sumber data adalah video yang terdapat dalam akun Youtube stand up kompas TV. Teknik pengumpulan data adalah Teknik dokumentasi (Simak-catat) dan teknik analisis data berupa reduksi data, penyajian data dan penarikan kesimpulan.
Tiga Perempuan Bijak dalam Cerita Putri Mandalika, La Hilla, dan Lala Buntar sebagai Sastra Pariwisata
Authors: Agusman Agusman , Martayadi Uwi
Published: July 2024

Cerita daerah dari NTB seperti Putri Mandalika dari Lombok, Lala Buntar dari Sumbawa, dan La Hila dari Bima merupakan karya sastra yang merepresentasikan sikap bijaksana dalam menghadapi dan menyelesaikan masalah. Cerita tersebut bisa dijadikan sebagai acuan untuk mengembangkan karakter masyarakt NTB (khususnya perempuan muda) agar menjadi pribadi yang bijaksana dan teguh konsisten dengan prinsi. Tujuan penelitian ini ialah mengkaji nilai kebijaksanaan dalam tiga cerita tersebut yang hasilnya bisa dijadikan sebagai rancangan konsep atraksi budaya untuk sastra pariwisata. Penelitian ini mendeskripsikan muatan nilai kebijaksanaan dalam ketiga cerita tersebut dengan menjelaskan substansi kearifan lokal pada kehidupan dan karakter tokoh yang diperoleh dari studi pustaka. Tiga cerita rakyat tersebut merepresentasikan perempuan-perempuan bijak dari sisi karakter dan kisah hidup yang dilalui karena memilih mengorbankan diri demi perdamaian dan keharmonisan hidup dengan konsisten. Ketiga cerita rakyat tersebut merupakan kekayaan budaya lokal yang bisa dijadikan sebagai modalitas pengembangan sastra untuk pariwisata berbentuk atraksi budaya. Penelitian ini juga diharapkan dapat dijadikan sebagai dasar penyusunan landscape integrasi sastra daerah dalam pariwisata. Penelitian yang berkaitan dengan sastra daerah berupa cerita rakyat diharapkan lebih luas dan lebih mendalam untuk bisa diintegrasikan dengan bidang pariwisata agar kedua hal tersebut saling menguatkan sehingga pemertahanan dan pelestarian budaya serta pengembangan pariwisata saling melengkapi.
O estado da arte em relação ao tema jogos e brincadeiras no Brasil
Authors: Cândido Jefferson Francisco , Ramos Isabela Almeida , Alves Vinícius , Cruz Rafael dos Santos , Igreja André Tomé , Marques Filho Cesar Vieira
Published: July 2024

Objetivo: Mapear a produção de artigos científicos nacionais sobre jogos e brincadeiras. Metodologia: Este estudo é constituído como uma revisão de literatura do tipo Estado da Arte. Analisou-se 40 periódicos da área da Educação Física, indexados pela Qualis Capes na área 21 (2017-2020), os quais publicam estudos relacionados à Educação Física. A amostra final foi composta por 28 artigos encontrados em nove periódicos. As palavras-chave utilizadas para a busca foram: “jogos e brincadeiras” e “escola”. Os resultados foram organizados nas categorias: 1) Ano de publicação; 2) Composição metodológica; 3) Grupos que compõem a amostra; 4) Temática complementar; 5) Distribuição geográfica. Resultados: Observa-se um período de nove anos sem publicações (1996-2005), decorrência da baixa valorização da literatura acadêmica acerca da Educação Física Escolar, bem como sobre os estudos pedagógicos em geral. Contempla-se no período dessa pesquisa um quantitativo maior dos estudos empíricos em relação aos estudos teóricos, sendo apenas 28,6% do total dos artigos encontrados foram para teóricos e 71,4% para empíricos. Percebe-se nesse estudo o realce aos estudos que abordam à aprendizagem. A maior concentração das publicações está na região Sudeste, com um total de 60,7% dos artigos. Conclusão: Este estudo possibilita um entendimento mais aprofundado das características a respeito das publicações científicas sobre jogos e brincadeiras e espera-se que motive os autores à construção de um número mais elevado de pesquisas acerca da temática.
Effect of low-energy laser peening on properties of NiCrBSi-WC/Co coating
Authors: Zhou Longlong , Guo Weiling , Zhu Hefa , Liu Xiaohong , Zhou Xinyuan , Cai Zhenbing , Xing Zhiguo
Published: July 2024

Low-energy laser peening (LE-LP) is a green and pollution-free surface deformation strengthening technology. In this work, LE-LP was used to improve the properties of NiCrBSi-WC/Co (Ni-WC) coating. The investigation focused on the impact of LE-LP on the coating microstructure, microhardness, residual stress, and tribological properties. The results showed that although laser hot melting damaged the coating surface, the phase structure of the coatings did not change significantly. The coating’s hardness increased yet its surface roughness decreased as a result of the laser peening. Concurrently, after the LE-LP treatment, a residual compressive stress with an average value of -236 MPa was tested on the surface of the coatings. The average wear volume of the coating was reduced from 11.64 × 10-2 to 6.9 × 10-2 mm3, and the average wear rate was reduced from 4.31 × 10-5 to 2.55 × 10-5/N·mm3.
OPTIMIZING AN EXPERT SYSTEM FOR DIAGNOSING A DEPRESSION DISORDER USING A CASE BASED REASONING METHOD
Authors: Septian Rico Hernawan  , Nur Azmi Ainul Bashir  , Ifan Hakim
Published: July 2024

According to data from the World Health Organization (WHO), 3.7% of the population in Indonesia experiences depression. Depression can impact both the mental and physical conditions of an individual. WHO reports that every year, approximately 800,000 people die by suicide, with depression being one of the causes. Depression treatment is handled by a professional, and in the field, the process of diagnosing depression disorders is still generally done manually by them. This creates many opportunities for errors, despite the fact that each level of depression disorder requires different handling. Inadequate treatment can hinder the patient's recovery and may potentially worsen their condition. A precise and efficient method is needed to diagnose depression disorders. An expert system can reduce the risk of errors that occur with manual calculations. The implemented case-based reasoning method can classify depression disorders. Testing was conducted using 30 datasets as initial knowledge, with 20 sample data points for testing, randomly selected from the population through questionnaires. The classification accuracy for depression disorders reached up to 90%.
A internacionalização do populismo na guerra da Ucrânia: Volodymyr Zelenskyy e o uso do twitter
Authors: Costa Leandro Loureiro
Published: July 2024

Desde o início da operação militar russa na Ucrânia, o presidente Volodymyr Zelenskyy tem conquistado milhões de seguidores nas redes sociais. Parte dessa popularidade se deve à construção do líder ucraniano como aquele disposto a arriscar a vida pelo seu povo. O objetivo deste estudo é relacionar o conceito de populismo a partir da análise dos posts de órgãos de governo em fevereiro, março e abril de 2022.
Optimal Design of I-PD and PI-D Industrial Controllers Based on Artificial Intelligence Algorithm
Authors: Shiryayeva Olga , Suleimenov Batyrbek , Kulakova Yelena
Published: July 2024

This research aims to apply Artificial Intelligence (AI) methods, specifically Artificial Immune Systems (AIS), to design an optimal control strategy for a multivariable control plant. Two specific industrial control approaches are investigated: I-PD (Integral-Proportional Derivative) and PI-D (Proportional-Integral Derivative) control. The motivation for using these variations of PID controllers is that they are functionally implemented in modern industrial controllers, where they provide precise process control. The research results in a novel solution to the control synthesis problem for the industrial system. In particular, the research deals with the synthesis of I-P control for a two-loop system in the technological process of a distillation column. This synthesis is carried out using the AIS algorithm, which is the first application of this technique in this specific context. Methodological approaches are proposed to improve the performance of industrial multivariable control systems by effectively using optimization algorithms and establishing modified quality criteria. The numerical performance index ISE justifies the effectiveness of the AIS-based controllers in comparison with conventional PID controllers (ISE1 = 1.865, ISE2 = 1.56). The problem of synthesis of the multi-input multi-output (MIMO) control system is solved, considering the interconnections due to the decoupling procedure.
Deception-Based Benchmarking: Measuring LLM Susceptibility to Induced Hallucination in Reasoning Tasks Using Misleading Prompts
Authors: Dou Rukun
Published: July 2024

We present a novel benchmarking methodology for Large Language Models (LLMs) to evaluate their susceptibility to hallucinations, thereby determining their reliability for real-world applications involving greater responsibilities. This method, called Deception-Based Benchmarking, involves testing the model with a task that requires composing a short paragraph. Initially, the model performs under standard conditions. Then, it is required to begin with a misleading sentence. Based on these outputs, the model is assessed on three criteria: accuracy, susceptibility, and consistency. This approach can be integrated with existing benchmarks or applied to new ones, thus facilitating a comprehensive evaluation of models across multiple dimensions. It also encompasses various forms of hallucination. We applied this methodology to several small opensource models using a modified version of MMLU, DB-MMLU1 . Our findings indicate that most current models are not specifically designed to self-correct when the random sampling process leads them to produce inaccuracies. However, certain models, such as Solar-10.7B-Instruct, exhibit a reduced vulnerability to hallucination, as reflected by their susceptibility and consistency scores. These metrics are distinct from traditional benchmark scores. Our results align with TruthfulQA, a widely used benchmark for hallucination. Looking forward, DB-benchmarking can be readily applied to other benchmarks to monitor the advancement of LLMs.
Easy Laundry on Mobile Phone
Authors: Uriawan Wisnu , Yunus Ahmad Juaeni , Nurhakim Dimas Arya , Aulia Citra , Al Husaeni Ahmad Badru , Firdaus Adil Zukhruf , Hidayat Annasrulloh
Published: July 2024

In this digital era, laundry applications come as an innovative solution to meet the laundry needs of modern people who often have busy schedules and limited time. This research aims to make a significant contribution to our broader understanding of how digital innovations can revolutionize mundane tasks. This research uses the Waterfall model, which is one of the methods in the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC). The development process begins with the Requirement Analysis stage, where application requirements and specifications are collected and thoroughly analyzed to ensure that the developed application will meet user expectations. After that, the System Design stage is conducted, where the application architecture, user interface design, and database structure are designed in detail to ensure conformity with the previously identified needs.The next stage is Implementation, where program code is written and application features are developed according to the design that has been made. The final stage is Integration and Testing, where all application components are combined and tested thoroughly to detect and fix any errors or bugs that may exist. The results of this study produced a web-based shuttle laundry service application using the Laravel framework called "All Fresh Laundry". This application can order clothes washing services according to its membership, where there are 3 types of membership based on price and of course have different benefits. In addition, the testing phase of this application using black box testing shows that all menu features function properly according to their functions. Each component of the "All Fresh Laundry" app was thoroughly tested to ensure that no errors or malfunctions occurred. The results of this testing make it clear that every feature, from online ordering to laundry status tracking, works well and meets the specifications that have been set, so that this application can provide an optimal and reliable user experience.
Sustainable Urban Planning Challenges in the Peri-urban Landscape: Evaluating LULC Dynamics and Policy Effectiveness of Chattogram Metropolitan Region, Bangladesh
Authors: Al Mamun Md Mustiafiz , Nijhuis Steffen , Newton Caroline
Published: July 2024

Understanding the dynamics of land use and land cover (LULC) change in today's context of rapid urbanization is critical for sustainable urban planning and environmental conservation.
Therefore, the research aim is to understand the LULC changes in Chattogram Metropolitan Area and to assess the policy implications of these changes for sustainable urban development. Through a comparative analysis of LULC maps for two periods (1997–2007; 2007–2017), we investigated the transformation of a detailed planning zone before and after detailed area plan (DAP) approval. Using a mixed-method approach integrating quantitative data with policy analysis, we elucidated the impacts of urbanization trends on local ecosystems—specifically the conversion of forest cover and waterscape use. The findings reveal a significant conversion of forested and waterscape areas to urban and peri-urban landscapes, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable planning interventions that focus on these peri-urban areas. The study further critiques the DAP's effectiveness, revealing a disconnect between regional policy implementation and local outcomes. This research proposes a validated, scalable framework for urban master plans that adapts to the complex socio-ecological contexts of rapidly urbanizing regions.
Gait-and-Balance Assessments with Augmented-Reality Glasses in People with Parkinson’s Disease: Concurrent Validity and Test-Retest Reliability
Authors: van Bergem Jara S. , van Doorn Pieter F. , Hoogendoorn Eva M. , Geerse Daphne J. , Roerdink Melvyn
Published: July 2024

State-of-the-art augmented-reality (AR) glasses record their position and orientation in space, enabling measurements and analyses of clinical gait-and-balance tests. This study’s objective was to evaluate concurrent validity and test-retest reliability for common clinical gait-and-balance tests in people with Parkinson’s disease: the Five Times Sit-To-Stand (FTSTS) and Timed Up-and-Go (TUG) tests. Position and orientation data was collected in 22 participants with Parkinson's disease using HoloLens 2 and Magic Leap 2 AR glasses, from which test-completion durations and durations of distinct sub-parts (e.g., sit-to-stand, turning) were derived and compared to reference systems and over test repetitions. Regarding concurrent validity, for both tests an excellent between-systems agreement was found for position and orientation time series and test-completion durations. Between-systems agreement for FTSTS (sub-)durations were all excellent, while TUG turning sub-durations were excellent (turn 1) and moderate (turn 2). Regarding test-retest reliability, the within-system test-retest variation in test-completion times and sub-durations was always much greater than the between-systems variation, implying that these (sub-)durations may be derived interchangeably from AR and reference-system data. In conclusion, AR data are of sufficient quality to evaluate gait and balance in people with Parkinson's disease, with valid quantification of test-completion durations and sub-durations of distinct FTSTS and TUG sub-parts.
Challenges and Opportunities: Improve Patient Data Security and Privacy in Distributed Systems
Authors: Uriawan Wisnu , Adriansyah Sumitra , Maulidiyah Siti Jahro , Julianto Sigit , Jamil Wildan Sophal
Published: July 2024

In the era of Big Data and the Internet of Things (IoT), ensuring the security and privacy of patient data within distributed health systems is paramount. This research delves into the challenges posed by these advancements and explores viable solutions, focusing notably on blockchain technology, data encryption methods, and access control mechanisms. Employing a comprehensive literature review approach, the study synthesizes current research findings, complemented by analyses of existing frameworks and case studies from healthcare organizations, offering practical insights. Interviews with cybersecurity experts and healthcare IT professionals provide nuanced perspectives on current security issues and emerging trends. Through qualitative and quantitative data analyses, the study generates recommendations aimed at enhancing patient data security. These include the adoption of new frameworks and innovative technologies to fortify healthcare data systems. By addressing these critical aspects, this research aims to significantly contribute to the advancement of a more secure and efficient healthcare ecosystem in today's digital landscape.
Sustainable Utilization of Novosadska Variety Buckwheat as Cultivated Biodiversity-Friendly Crops
Authors: Pisinov Boris , Rakić Radojica , Rakić Sveto , Sekulić Zoran Ž , Milićević Tijana , Kulić Gordana , Đurović Sanja
Published: July 2024

Buckwheat is important not only as a crop that improves soil quality and reduces erosion, but its excellent nutritional profile for usage in functional foods. This study aimed to investigate how long-term storage (3, 6, and 9 months) affects Novosadska variety buckwheat's chemical, nutritional, and antioxidative properties, phenolic acids and bioflavonoids profiles. Standard traditional methods were used for quality determinations, and instrumental (spectrophotometry, reverse-phase high performance liquid chromatography) for antioxidant activity and bioactive compounds determination. One-way ANOVA, and Tukey’s HSD post-hoc were performed for statistical data processing. Throughout the storage period, proximate composition and starch content significantly decreased (p<0.05), while total carbohydrates, β-glucan, and energy value significantly increased (p<0.05). Significant decrease in pH and alcoholic acidity of 0.55 pH units, and 0.33% DM, were observed. Total phenol content and antioxidant activity decrease to 5.57 mg GAE/g DM TPC, 22.20 μmol Fe2+/g DM FRAP and 8.12 μmol TE/g DM DPPH, during the storage (p<0.05). Of fifteen phytochemical compounds, gallic, p-coumaric, trans-cinnamic acids, and epicatechin were in high abundance, with a notable decrease in epicatechin (38%). To the authors' knowledge, dihydrocaffeic and phloretic acids, daidzein, naringin, and naringenin were quantified in buckwheat flour for the first time. Easy adaptability to the environment, ability to attract various insects, speedy short-season growing plant for food, many nutritional and health benefits, gives buckwheat potential to be sustainable and biodiversity-friendly crops.
On the Quantum Origin of the Periodic Table - The Role of Electron Dynamics and Energy Degeneracy in Atomic Reactivity and Chemical Bonding
Authors: Nordholm Sture
Published: July 2024

Abstract: A perspective is provided which illustrates the central role of quantum mechanics in the structure and periodically varying properties of atoms and in the formation of molecules. Despite having only about one hundred basic building blocks for all substances, chemistry is a subtle discipline due to it’s fundamentally quantum mechanical origin. The atoms, and their behavior as systematized in the Periodic Table, intimately reflect mechanisms natural to quantum mechanics but foreign to classical mechanics. Given their very small mass, the electrons form atomic structures only predictable by the use of quantum mechanics. Thereby the foundation of chemistry is totally dominated by quantum effects which are generally known only empirically, e.g. as in the Periodic Table. Recently these quantum effects have increasingly become known computationally, but not necessarily understood physically and therefore still challenge students and users of chemistry. In order to provide physical insight we extract here, from known facts and relations of quantum mechanics, but without reliance on detailed mathematics or numerical analysis, a simplest, yet fully consistent, physical explanation of atomic structure and periodically variable reactivity. Atomic reactivity is found to arise due to dynamical constraints on electron motion which lead to degeneracy in the atomic energy spectrum. There is a strong correlation between energy degeneracy and reactivity with the inert gas atoms found to display no degeneracy. Chemical bonding follows as a means of atomic reactivity relaxation and reduction of energy degeneracy, achieved by permanent electron rearrangement (ionic bonding) or by oscillatory electron motion between atoms (covalent bonding). Ionic bonding is directly related to the variable stability of atomic structures which extends from neutral atoms to atomic ions. These stable ions then form molecular structures by electrostatic attraction in neutral ionic clusters. The covalent bonding mechanism is fundamentally dynamical and interatomic since it depends directly on the facility with which electrons can move between atomic centers in a molecule. Both the ionic and the covalent mechanism, interatomic displacement and oscillation of electrons, are active in any bond between atoms of different species.
A Survey of Changes in Grasslands within the Tonle Sap Lake Landscape: 2004–2023
Authors: Chea Monysocheata , Fraser Benjamin T. , Nay Sonsak , Sok Lyan , Strasser Hillary , Tizard Rob
Published: July 2024

The Tonle Sap Lake (TSL) landscape is a region of vast natural resources and biological diversity in the heart of Southeast Asia. In addition to serving as the foundation for a highly productive fisheries system, this landscape is home to numerous globally threatened species. Despite recognition by several governmental and international agencies for decades, nine protected areas have been established within this region, natural landcover such as grasslands have experienced considerable declines since the turn of the century. This project used local expert knowledge to train and validate a random forest supervised classification of Landsat satellite imagery in Google Earth Engine. The time series of thematic maps was then used to quantify the conversion of grasslands to croplands between 2004 and 2023. The classification encompassed a 10-kilometer buffer surrounding the landscape, an area of nearly 3 million hectares. The average overall accuracy for these thematic maps was 82.5% (78.5% - 87.9%), with grasslands averaging a 76.1% user’s accuracy. The change detection indicated that over 207,281 ha of grasslands were lost over this period (> 59.5% of the 2004 area), with approx. 89.3% of this loss could be attributed to cropland expansion. The results of this project will inform conservation efforts focused on local scale planning and management of commercial agriculture.
Senescence in Adipose-Derived Stem Cells: Biological Mechanisms and Therapeutic Challenges
Authors: Foti Riccardo , Storti Gabriele , Palmesano Marco , Scioli Maria Giovanna , Fiorelli Elena , Terriaca Sonia , Cervelli Giulio , Kim Bong Sung , Orlandi Augusto , Cervelli Valerio
Published: July 2024

Adipose tissue-derived stem cells (ADSCs) represent a subset of mesenchymal stem cells in every adipose compartment throughout the body. ADSCs can differentiate into various cell types, including chondrocytes, osteocytes, myocytes, and adipocytes. Moreover, they exhibit a notable potential to differentiate in vitro into cells from other germinal lineages, including endothelial cells and neurons. ADSCs have a wide range of clinical applications, from breast surgery to chronic wounds. Furthermore, they are a promising cell population for future tissue-engineering uses. Accumulating evidence indicates decreased proliferation and differentiation potential of ADSCs with increasing age, body mass index, diabetes mellitus, metabolic syndrome, or exposure to radiotherapy. Therefore, recent literature thoroughly investigates this cell population's senescence mechanisms and how they can hinder their possible therapeutic applications. This review will discuss the biological mechanisms and the physio-pathological causes behind ADSC senescence and how they can impact cellular functionality. Moreover, we will examine the possible strategies to invert these processes, re-establishing the full regenerative potential of this progenitor population.
Plant Obliviousness to Plant Consciousness Through Knowledge Gap Bridging
Authors: AJAYI Olaoluwa , OGWUGWA Vincent H. , DIANDA Mohammadi
Published: July 2024

Plant conciousness is a scenario where people imbibe the culture of engaging plants as a constant part of their day to day activity. The earth supports both plants and animals, but , plants unlike animals are unable to express themselves by shouting, nagging or crying, e.t.c. They are only able to response saliently thus making them oblivious and constantly neglected. Unfortunately, plants play just as much major roles in sustaining the earth as much as people and animals do. The proper handling of plants is much reliant on the ‘’Plant consciousness or obliviousness’’ of people including both the young and the old. Are people well aware of plants, how important they are to the earth, the environment and it sustenance?, the answer is not enough. There is a need for plant knowledge bridges to create more and adequate awareness about plants, their importance, how they should be handled, how they should be cared for, and an understanding that they are partners for the sustaining our dying world. We seek to change this obvious lack of appreciation and understanding of plants, but how can this be done? We discuss methodologies that have and can been used for bridging this knowledge gap to ensure that our world is safe by protecting and caring for plants.
Metabolic Dysfunction-associated Steatotic Liver Disease in Japan: Prevalence Trends and Clinical Background in the 10 Years Before the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Pandemic
Authors: Sato Akira , Oomori Yumiko , Nakano Rika , Matsuura Tomokazu
Published: July 2024

Background and Objectives: The trends in metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) and related metabolic dysfunctions in Japan is unknown. Thus, we aimed to clarify the trends of these before the novel coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic in Japan. Materials and Methods: We included Japanese individuals aged 25-79 years who underwent health examinations at our center. We analyzed anthropometry, lifestyle-related disease, and nutritional intake in relation to MASLD trends from 2010-2019. Results: The prevalence of MASLD increased in all ages and body mass index (BMI) classes, reaching 30.3% in males and 16.1% in females, with MASLD accounting for 75% of steatotic liver cases and more than half of all type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and high waist circumference (HWC) cases. The increase in the prevalence of MASLD was due to an increase in that of steatotic liver itself, and there was no increase in the prevalence of other factors, such as overweight, T2DM, hypertension, and dyslipidemia. The prevalence of glucose metabolic disorders (GMDs) and hypertension decreased. National nutritional data showed an increase in energy intake, total fat, saturated fatty acids, monounsaturated fatty acids, and polyunsaturated fatty acids, which correlated with a decrease in GMDs. Salt intake also decreased, which correlated with hypertension. The MASLD group had a higher prevalence of all related metabolic factors than the non-MASLD group, especially HWC, T2DM, and hyperlipidemia. Conclusion: The prevalence of MASLD increased with that of steatotic liver, regardless of age or BMI. A relationship between increased dietary fat, increased steatotic liver, and decreased GMDs was suggested.
The noise: a silent threat to the recovery of patients in Neonatal Intensive Care Units
Authors: Rodríguez-Montaño Víctor M. , Romero Virginia Puyana , Hernández-Molina Ricardo , Beira-Jiménez Juan L
Published: July 2024

The architectural configuration of the space plays a crucial role in the acoustics of Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs). The design of the environment, the materials used in construction, and the organisation of noise sources within the room significantly influence the noise levels present in these critical areas. For this research, noise levels found in two hospitals, with different architectural configurations and sizes but similar construction materials, have been analyzed. Data were recorded at 1-second intervals over a period of more than 24 hours. The data collected in these hospitals confirm the magnitude of the noise problem in NICUs, highlighting the urgent need to address it effectively to ensure an appropriate and safe environment for the recovery of neonates. Good architectural planning can help mitigate noise, while poor configuration can exacerbate acoustic problems, negatively affecting both patients and healthcare staff. It is crucial to involve architects, acoustic engineers, and healthcare staff in the design and renovation of NICUs to create spaces that not only meet medical needs but also consider the auditory well-being of neonates.
A Review on Transformative Education as a Door toward New Learning Language Opportunities in Societal Development
Authors: Perse Russel Jean Paris
Published: July 2024

Transformative education significantly advances society's growth as an essential doorway to fresh language learning chances. It equips people to succeed in a complicated world by encouraging critical thinking, inclusivity, social responsibility, lifelong learning, and international collaboration. Adopting transformative education can result in a more inventive, sustainable, and equal society where everyone can realize their potential and advance society's interests as educational systems change. This paper aims to gather literature regarding how transformative education becomes a door toward new learning opportunities in societal development especially language. Transformative education may produce a generation of knowledgeable, sympathetic, and proactive students who can bring about constructive social change by prioritizing holistic development. Hence, educators should work to foster a learning atmosphere where all students feel supported and respected. Through integrating social justice ideals into the educational process, transformative education equips students to act as change agents and advocates for equity both within and outside their communities.