bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Parallax Inference for Robust Temporal Monocular Depth Estimation in Unstructured Environments
Authors: Fonder Michaël , Ernst Damien , Van Droogenbroeck Marc
Published: December 2022

Estimating the distance to objects is crucial for autonomous vehicles, but cost, weight or power constraints sometimes prevent the use of dedicated depth sensors. In this case, the distance has to be estimated from on-board mounted RGB cameras, which is a complex task especially for environments such as natural outdoor landscapes. In this paper, we present a new depth estimation method suitable for use in such landscapes. First, we establish a bijective relationship between depth and the visual parallax of two consecutive frames and show how to exploit it to perform motion-invariant pixel-wise depth estimation. Then, we detail our architecture which is based on a pyramidal convolutional neural network where each level refines an input parallax map estimate by using two customized cost volumes. We use these cost volumes to leverage the visual spatio-temporal constraints imposed by motion and make the network robust for varied scenes. We benchmarked our approach both in test and generalization modes on public datasets featuring synthetic camera trajectories recorded in a wide variety of outdoor scenes. Results show that our network outperforms the state of the art on these datasets, while also performing well on a standard depth estimation benchmark.
Effects of Temperature on the Leaching Behavior of Pb from Cement Stabilization/Solidification-Treated Contaminated Soil
Authors: Wang Ping , Liu Xialin , Zeng Gang , Ma Jiangfeng , Xia Feng
Published: December 2022

Solidification/stabilization (S/S) is one of the most widely used techniques in the disposal of heavy-metal-contaminated soil, though the long-term effectiveness of S/S technology remains implicit. Temperature is an important factor affecting the leaching behavior of heavy metals and the long-term effectiveness of S/S treatment. This study systematically explored the influence of temperature on the leaching behavior of lead in an S/S monolith through semi-dynamic leaching test at different temperatures. The results showed that an increase in temperature could accelerate the leaching concentration and cumulative leaching amount of lead ions in the S/S monolith. The cumulative leaching amount of lead ions in the S/S monolith after 11 days at 55 °C was about 5.8 times that at 25 °C. The leaching rate of lead ions in the S/S monolith increased with the increase in temperature. The leaching index of lead ions was larger than 9, which met the requirements for “controlled utilization” in the environment. The leaching mechanism of lead ions was diffusion control and did not change in the temperature range of 25–55 °C. These findings indicate that temperature affects the leaching behavior and the long-term effectiveness of S/S treatment, and temperature variation should be considered in the effectiveness evaluation of S/S treatment.
University 4.0 Sustainable Development in the Way of Society 5.0
Authors: Rosak-Szyrocka Joanna , Apostu Simona Andrea , Ali Turi Jamshid , Tanveer Arifa
Published: December 2022

Universities can contribute to economic and sustainable development (SD) in a variety of ways, such as mediating social debates, educating citizens on scientific and technical issues, fostering communication among various agents (politicians, businesspeople, higher education institutions’ managers, and citizens), and advancing socioeconomic progress. By teaching the current and next generations of decision-makers, universities have a role in “shaping the ideals of society”. Numerous publications address the topic of sustainable development, but they do so from the standpoint of how its responsibilities are implemented and how students are prepared and aware of it. This manuscript addresses this vacuum by looking at how students assess university activities and specific pillars of sustainable development, which is an unique approach. The investigation used the CAWI questionnaire. The sample consists of 115 Pakistani respondents, and information was gathered between February and August of 2022. The research built a logistic regression model. Our research’s findings and their analysis revealed that University 4.0s should take initiatives for sustainable development, and that these issues are top priorities for them. The analysis revealed that Society 5.0 is active in University 4.0s’ sustainable development initiatives, and that these initiatives are vital for Society 5.0.
Application of Random Forest Model Integrated with Feature Reduction for Biomass Torrefaction
Authors: Liu Xiaorui , Yang Haiping , Yang Jiamin , Liu Fang
Published: December 2022

A random forest (RF) model integrated with feature reduction was implemented to predict the properties of torrefied biomass based on feedstock and torrefaction conditions. Four features were selected for the prediction of fuel ratio (FR) and nitrogen content (Nt), and five features were selected for O/C and H/C ratios and HHV values. The results showed that the feature-reduced model had excellent prediction performance with the values of R2 higher than 0.93 and RMSE less than 0.58 for all targets. Moreover, partial dependence analysis (PDA) was performed to quantify the impacts of selected features and torrefaction conditions on the targets. Temperature was the dominant factor for FR, O/C and H/C ratios, and HHV values, whereas Nt was determined most on the nitrogen content in the feedstock (Ni). This study provided comprehensive information for understanding biomass torrefaction.
A Study of the Happiness of Chinese University Students and Its Influencing Factors—A Case Study of Beijing Universities
Authors: Liang Chenchen , Sun Jingdong
Published: December 2022

The enhancement of university students’ happiness is important for self-growth, family togetherness, social stability, and national development. This study aimed to explore the main factors that influence university students’ happiness. This study constructs a system comprising of 17 factors, such as personal health status, family atmosphere, school life satisfaction, and degree of social justice, which are extracted into four dimensions—individual, family, societal, and school—according to principal component analysis. Based on the data pertaining to the current state of university students’ happiness, the study used Pearson Correlation Analysis to analyze the correlation between the four dimensions and university students’ happiness, and the interaction between four dimensions were researched by the mediation model. The results of the principal component analysis indicate that the individual dimension explained most of the factors influencing happiness, which is consistent with the feature of subjective well-being. Pearson Correlation Analysis showed that the four dimensions all have positive effects on students’ happiness, and there are also significant correlations among the four dimensions themselves. Additionally, mediating effects analysis shows a significant mediating effect among the four dimensions. Based on this, this study argues that the happiness of students needs to be improved by focusing on four areas: cultivating a positive personal psychology, passing down good family traditions and customs, paying attention to the leading role of school education, and building a just and harmonious social environment.
Evolution of Global Crude Oil Trade Network Structure and Resilience
Authors: Yuan Xiaojin , Ge Chunbao , Liu Yapan , Li Na , Wang Ying
Published: December 2022

Existing studies mainly focus on the evolutionary characteristics of the global crude oil trade network under a steady state, neglecting to analyze the competition and cooperation among countries regarding crude oil as a strategic resource from a spatial–geographical perspective. There needs to be more studies analyzing the impact of crude oil trade disruptions on the resilience of the whole network from the perspective of supply and demand shocks in different influential countries, thus promoting the sustainable development of the global economy and the transition to green energy. Based on the global crude oil trade data from 2007 to 2020, this paper examines the structural evolution of the trade network using a complex network approach and simulates the impact of disruptions on its resilience. Results indicate that the global crude oil trade network expands and becomes more closely connected, and five major trade groups have been formed. Further simulation reveals that the impact of national disruptions on global trade resilience is not linear. Moreover, the influence from core countries is significantly higher than peripheral countries.
Communicating Terroir through Wine Label Toponymy Greek Wineries Practice
Authors: Tsiakis Theodosios , Anagnostou Eleni , Granata Giuseppe , Manakou Vasiliki
Published: December 2022

For the majority of consumers, the label is the primary motivation for wine purchases. Ιt appears from the literature that consumer behavior is influenced by the variety of information on the label, which captures with simplicity and clarity, the key information that the potential buyer needs to know. History, place, variety, name, and figure, are some of the basic elements that form the wine label and have the potential to profoundly affect consumer engagement with bottled wine. What do Greek Wineries wish to communicate through their wine labels? Historical concepts, identity, or quality? Could soft power and place branding be suitable factors to help transfer this message and achieve wishful feedback to the consumer’s awareness? A case study is presented, according to which Greek producers select three fundamental cues: toponymy, name description, justification of the name choice and language. Driven by this case study, the paper intends to open a discussion about the implementation of theories such as soft power and sense of place by wine industries on a global level in combination with the importance of the toponymy, not only on the labeling but also on other communicational aspects.
Cancer Therapy Assessment Accounting for Heterogeneity Using q-Rung Picture Fuzzy Dynamic Aggregation Approach
Authors: Kausar Rukhsana , Farid Hafiz Muhammad Athar , Riaz Muhammad , Božanić Darko
Published: December 2022

Due to the fact that there is no symmetry in the division of cancer cells, it is important to consider this asymmetrical behavior. Because of this heterogeneity during any therapy, not every cancer cell that is killed only is abolished, which is sensitive to the particular treatment chosen. Mathematical models that describe these pathways are critical for predicting cancer cell proliferation behavior. The literature on the mathematical modeling of cancer onset, growth, and metastasis is extensive. Both deterministic and stochastic factors were used to develop mathematical models to mimic the development rate of cancer cells. We focus on the cell’s heterogeneity in our model so that the cells generally responsible for spreading cancer, which are called stem cells, can be killed. Aggregation operators (AOs) play an important role in decision making, especially when there are several competing factors. A key issue in the case of uncertain data is to develop appropriate solutions for the aggregation process. We presented two novel Einstein AOs: q-rung picture fuzzy dynamic Einstein weighted averaging (q-RPFDEWA) operator and q-rung picture fuzzy dynamic Einstein weighted geometric (q-RPFDEWG) operator. Several enticing aspects of these AOs are thoroughly discussed. Furthermore, we provide a method for dealing with multi-period decision-making (MPDM) issues by applying optimal solutions. A numerical example is presented to explain how the recommended technique can be used in cancer therapy assessment. Authenticity analysis is also presented to demonstrate the efficacy of the proposed technique. The suggested AOs and decision-making methodologies are generally applicable in real-world multi-stage and dynamic decision analysis.
The Exact Solutions of Fractional Differential Systems with n Sinusoidal Terms under Physical Conditions
Authors: Seddek Laila F. , El-Zahar Essam R. , Ebaid Abdelhalim
Published: December 2022

This paper considers the classes of the first-order fractional differential systems containing a finite number n of sinusoidal terms. The fractional derivative employs the Riemann–Liouville fractional definition. As a method of solution, the Laplace transform is an efficient tool to solve linear fractional differential equations. However, this method requires to express the initial conditions in certain fractional forms which have no physical meaning currently. This issue formulated a challenge to solve fractional systems under real/physical conditions when applying the Riemann–Liouville fractional definition. The principal incentive of this work is to overcome such difficulties via presenting a simple but effective approach. The proposed approach is successfully applied in this paper to solve linear fractional systems of an oscillatory nature. The exact solutions of the present fractional systems under physical initial conditions are derived in a straightforward manner. In addition, the obtained solutions are given in terms of the entire exponential and periodic functions with arguments of a fractional order. The symmetric/asymmetric behaviors/properties of the obtained solutions are illustrated. Moreover, the exact solutions of the classical/ordinary versions of the undertaken fractional systems are determined smoothly. In addition, the properties and the behaviors of the present solutions are discussed and interpreted.
Contemporary Comprehensive Review on Arsenic-Induced Male Reproductive Toxicity and Mechanisms of Phytonutrient Intervention
Authors: Rachamalla Mahesh , Chinthada Joshi , Kushwaha Sapana , Putnala Sravan Kumar , Sahu Chittaranjan , Jena Gopabandhu , Niyogi Som
Published: December 2022

Arsenic (As) is a poisonous metalloid that is toxic to both humans and animals. Drinking water contamination has been linked to the development of cancer (skin, lung, urinary bladder, and liver), as well as other disorders such as diabetes and cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, neurological, and developmental damage. According to epidemiological studies, As contributes to male infertility, sexual dysfunction, poor sperm quality, and developmental consequences such as low birth weight, spontaneous abortion, and small for gestational age (SGA). Arsenic exposure negatively affected male reproductive systems by lowering testicular and accessory organ weights, and sperm counts, increasing sperm abnormalities and causing apoptotic cell death in Leydig and Sertoli cells, which resulted in decreased testosterone synthesis. Furthermore, during male reproductive toxicity, several molecular signalling pathways, such as apoptosis, inflammation, and autophagy are involved. Phytonutrient intervention in arsenic-induced male reproductive toxicity in various species has received a lot of attention over the years. The current review provides an in-depth summary of the available literature on arsenic-induced male toxicity, as well as therapeutic approaches and future directions.
Stressful Effects of T-2 Metabolites and Defense Capability of HepG2 Cells
Authors: Taroncher Mercedes , Halbig Fiona , Rodríguez-Carrasco Yelko , Ruiz María-José
Published: December 2022

The T-2 toxin (T-2), a mycotoxin produced by several species of Fusarium which belongs to group A of trichothecenes, is rapidly metabolized, and its main metabolites are HT-2, Neosolaniol (Neo), T2-triol and T2-tetraol. In this work, the antioxidant defense system of HepG2 cells against oxidative stress induced by T-2 and its metabolites was evaluated. The results obtained demonstrated that there is an overall decrease in glutathione (GSH) levels after all mycotoxins exposure. Moreover, the GSH levels and the enzymatic activities related to GSH (GPx and GST) increased with NAC pre-treatment (glutathione precursor) and decreased with BSO pre-treatment (glutathione inhibitor). The GPx activity is increased by T2-tetraol. The GST activity increased after T-2 and T2-triol exposure; however, T2-tetraol decreased its activity. Furthermore, CAT activity increased after T-2 and T2-triol; nevertheless, Neo decreased its activity. Finally, SOD activity is increased by all mycotoxins, except after T-2 exposure. So, the damage associated with oxidative stress by T-2 and its metabolites is relieved by the antioxidant enzymes system on HepG2 cells.
Structural Insight into the Resistance of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron BA.4 and BA.5 Variants to Cilgavimab
Authors: Fujita Shigeru , Kosugi Yusuke , Kimura Izumi , Yamasoba Daichi ,   The Genotype to Phenotype Japan (G2P-Japan) Consortium, Sato Kei
Published: December 2022

We have recently revealed that the new SARS-CoV-2 Omicron sublineages BA.4 and BA.5 exhibit increased resistance to cilgavimab, a therapeutic monoclonal antibody, and the resistance to cilgavimab is attributed to the spike L452R substitution. However, it remains unclear how the spike L452R substitution renders resistance to cilgavimab. Here, we demonstrated that the increased resistance to cilgavimab of the spike L452R is possibly caused by the steric hindrance between cilgavimab and its binding interface on the spike. Our results suggest the importance of developing therapeutic antibodies that target SARS-CoV-2 variants harboring the spike L452R substitution.
Structural Characteristics of Heparin Binding to SARS-CoV-2 Spike Protein RBD of Omicron Sub-Lineages BA.2.12.1, BA.4 and BA.5
Authors: Shi Deling , Bu Changkai , He Peng , Song Yuefan , Dordick Jonathan S. , Linhardt Robert J. , Chi Lianli , Zhang Fuming
Published: December 2022

The now prevalent Omicron variant and its subvariants/sub-lineages have led to a significant increase in COVID-19 cases and raised serious concerns about increased risk of infectivity, immune evasion, and reinfection. Heparan sulfate (HS), located on the surface of host cells, plays an important role as a co-receptor for virus–host cell interaction. The ability of heparin and HS to compete for binding of the SARS-CoV-2 spike (S) protein to cell surface HS illustrates the therapeutic potential of agents targeting protein–glycan interactions. In the current study, phylogenetic tree of variants and mutations in S protein receptor-binding domain (RBD) of Omicron BA.2.12.1, BA.4 and BA.5 were described. The binding affinity of Omicron S protein RBD to heparin was further investigated by surface plasmon resonance (SPR). Solution competition studies on the inhibitory activity of heparin oligosaccharides and desulfated heparins at different sites on S protein RBD–heparin interactions revealed that different sub-lineages tend to bind heparin with different chain lengths and sulfation patterns. Furthermore, blind docking experiments showed the contribution of basic amino acid residues in RBD and sulfo groups and carboxyl groups on heparin to the interaction. Finally, pentosan polysulfate and mucopolysaccharide polysulfate were evaluated for inhibition on the interaction of heparin and S protein RBD of Omicron BA.2.12.1, BA.4/BA.5, and both showed much stronger inhibition than heparin.
Experimental Infection of Domestic Pigs with African Swine Fever Virus Isolated in 2019 in Mongolia
Authors: McDowell Chester D. , Bold Dashzeveg , Trujillo Jessie D. , Meekins David A. , Keating Cassidy , Cool Konner , Kwon Taeyong , Madden Daniel W. , Artiaga Bianca L. , Balaraman Velmurugan , Ankhanbaatar Ulaankhuu , Zayat Batsukh , Retallick Jamie , Dodd Kimberly , Chung Chungwon J. , Morozov Igor , Gaudreault Natasha N. , Souza-Neto Jayme A. , Richt Jürgen A.
Published: December 2022

African swine fever (ASF) is an infectious viral disease caused by African swine fever virus (ASFV), that causes high mortality in domestic swine and wild boar (Sus scrofa). Currently, outbreaks are mitigated through strict quarantine measures and the culling of affected herds, resulting in massive economic losses to the global pork industry. In 2019, an ASFV outbreak was reported in Mongolia, describing a rapidly progressing clinical disease and gross lesions consistent with the acute form of ASF; the virus was identified as a genotype II virus. Due to the limited information on clinical disease and viral dynamics within hosts available from field observations of the Mongolian isolates, we conducted the present study to further evaluate the progression of clinical disease, virulence, and pathology of an ASFV Mongolia/2019 field isolate (ASFV-MNG19), by experimental infection of domestic pigs. Intramuscular inoculation of domestic pigs with ASFV-MNG19 resulted in clinical signs and viremia at 3 days post challenge (DPC). Clinical disease rapidly progressed, resulting in the humane euthanasia of all pigs by 7 DPC. ASFV-MNG19 infected pigs had viremic titers of 108 TCID50/mL by 5 DPC and shed virus in oral secretions late in disease, as determined from oropharyngeal swabs. Whole-genome sequencing confirmed that the ASFV-MNG19 strain used in this study was a genotype II strain highly similar to other regional strains. In conclusion, we demonstrate that ASFV-MNG19 is a virulent genotype II ASFV strain that causes acute ASF in domestic swine.
Monitoring Lakes Water Using Multisource Remote Sensing and Novel Modeling Techniques
Authors: Wang Xiaoping , Zhang Fei , Chan Ngai Weng , Li Xinguo
Published: December 2022

Inland lakes are indicators of climate change and environmental deterioration [...]
Occurrence of microplastics in Fish from Mendoza River: First Insights into Plastic Pollution in the Central Andes, Argentina
Authors: Ríos Juan Manuel , Teixeira de Mello Franco , De Feo Bárbara , Krojmal Evelyn , Vidal Camila , Loza-Argote Veronica Andrea , Scheibler Erica Elizabeth
Published: December 2022

The widespread use of plastic products in our modern life represents a serious threat to aquatic environments and wild animals that are exposed to plastic waste. Although microplastics (MPs) have been reported in fish from several freshwater environments around the world, mountain environments have been little studied so far. The occurrence of MPs was assessed in the gastrointestinal tracts (GITs) of non-native (rainbow trout Oncorhynchus mykiss and brown trout Salmo trutta) and native (torrent catfish Hatcheria macraei) fish from the Mendoza River in the Central Andes, Argentina. Fibers (85%) were the main MPs type recovered from the fish here analyzed, followed by fragments (15%). Blue fibers were the main type of MPs in analyzed specimens: brown trout (50%), rainbow trout (71%), and torrent catfish (63%). Significant differences in the median total MPs’ abundance and median total fiber abundance were observed among fish species. The highest MPs’ abundance was found in the GITs of brown trout followed by rainbow trout, while the lowest was found in the GITs of torrent catfish. This study represents a baseline for the occurrence and characteristics in terms of shape and color of MPs in freshwater fish collected from a mountain river of the Central Andes.
How Much Recurrent Outbreaks of the Moon Jellyfish May Impact the Dynamics of Bacterial Assemblages in Coastal Lagoons?
Authors: Stabili Loredana , Rizzo Lucia , Caprioli Rosa , Alabiso Giorgio , Piraino Stefano
Published: December 2022

The moon jellyfish Aurelia coerulea (Scyphozoa) is one of the most common and largest jellyfish inhabiting coastal lagoons, confined bays, and marinas of temperate and subtropical coastal waters. The annual population dynamics of A. coerulea along with some bacterial parameters (bacterial size and biomass, total coliforms, faecal coliforms, intestinal enterococci, culturable Vibrio spp., and culturable bacteria at 37 °C), sea surface temperature (SST), salinity, and an array of nutrients (ammonia, nitrites, nitrates, phosphates, silicates, total nitrogen, and total phosphorus) were assessed in the Varano lagoon (Adriatic Sea) that is subject to anthropogenic pollution. Statistical analyses revealed that jellyfish outbreaks and their consequent biomass deposition significantly correlated to seawater temperature, total nitrogen, phosphates, and ammonia concentrations while negative correlations appeared with nitrite and nitrate concentrations. In addition, bacterial biomass and Vibrio abundance correlated with each other and temperature, jellyfish density, and total nitrogen. These findings suggest that environmental changes could trigger the occurrence of jellyfish bursts in the lagoon which, in turn, may act as one of the central drivers of processes regulating some bacterial components. The positive relationship between jellyfish flush-and-crash dynamics and SST suggests that ongoing global warming will seemingly increase jellyfish outbreaks.
Environmental properties of packaging: the life cycle is like a vicious circle
Authors:   Plekhanov Russian University of Economics, Raykova E.Y. , Chalykh T.I. ,   Plekhanov Russian University of Economics, Pekhtasheva E.L. ,   Plekhanov Russian University of Economics
Published: December 2022

The article discusses the environmental properties of packaging, new functions, the life cycle of packaging on the market, international, interstate and national environmental standards that recommend the best practices for handling packaging waste.
Multiple sclerosis in children
Authors:   FSBEI HE Kabardino-Balkarian State University named after H. M. Berbekov, Magomadova S. R. , Tlapshokova L. B. ,   FSBEI HE Kabardino-Balkarian State University named after H. M. Berbekov, Magomadova Y. R. ,   FSBEI HE Kabardino-Balkarian State University named after H. M. Berbekov, Azimova Kh. S. ,   FSBEI HE Kabardino-Balkarian State University named after H. M. Berbekov
Published: December 2022

This article deals with the clinical features of the course of multiple sclerosis in children. The indices and peculiarities of the disease variations are important characteristic criteria of the general state of health and quality of life in children and adults. The evaluation was carried out on the basis of the data of multiple studies worldwide, which allowed us to draw conclusions on the peculiarities of the course of multiple sclerosis in children and the possibilities of therapeutic approaches for the correction o tfheir state.
Biologically active additives with antioxidant effect in the composition of feed for industrial aquaculture objects
Authors:   Astrakhan State Technical University, Russia, Astrakhan, Ponomarev S.V. ,   K.G. Razumovsky Moscow State University of Technologies and Management, Russia, Moscow, Levina O.A. ,   Astrakhan State Technical University, Russia, Astrakhan, Fedorovykh Yu.V. ,   Astrakhan State Technical University, Russia, Astrakhan, Akhmedzhanova A.B. ,   Astrakhan State Technical University, Russia, Astrakhan
Published: December 2022

Aquaculture, especially the industrial cultivation of aquatic organisms, is the main supplier of fish to the world market. However, the success of the industrial form of fish farming primarily depends on the quality and balance of the combined feeds used. The article presents the results of a study on the effectiveness of the use of an antioxidant of a flavanoid nature — dihydroquercetin in combination with vitamin E in the composition of a production feed for a tilapia hybrid. In the process of work, the formulation of a complete mixed feed for tilapia was adjusted, the productive effect of feed on fish was assessed in terms of fish-breeding, biological and physiological indicators. As a result of research, it was found that the complex of antioxidants has a positive effect on growth and survival rates. The growth increased by 37.0–46.0%. The indicators of energy metabolism also indicate a better accumulation of plastic substances in the fish of the experimental groups: ESR 1.92±0.30 and 1.83±0.27 mm/h, the level of total protein is significant (p≤0.01) lower than the values of the control group (25.70±2.9 and 23.38±0.90 g/l), and the cholesterol level is 11.5–24.1% lower. Thus, we can say that the complex of antioxidants provided more favorable trophic and biochemical conditions necessary, in particular, for the normal growth and development of fish. The results obtained complement the existing ideas about the areas of application of antioxidants, and also prove the promise of using herbal products as antioxidant feed additives. The results obtained in the course of the research can serve as a basis for improving the technologies for the production of mixed feed when raising fish on an intensive basis.
Inteligencia Artificial para el bienestar y una vida sana en Latinoamérica: Hacia un ecosistema de innovación responsable para la salud digital
Authors: Roveri Camilla
Published: December 2022

En los últimos años se está asistiendo a un rápido progreso de diferentes tecnologías emergentes, entre otras la inteligencia artificial (IA). El impacto de esta tecnología en la sociedad es evidente, sobre todo en la salud, área en la que ha traído importantes beneficios dada la transversalidad de su uso. Salud y bienestar son catalizadores del desarrollo humano de un país y elementos que indican un grado de efectivo desarrollo de una sociedad. Garantizar acceso a salud digna y de calidad para todas las personas es una cuestión que ha estado presente en las políticas públicas y en las agendas de cooperación internacional, pero ha vuelto con mucha más urgencia con la pandemia de SARS-Cov-2. De ahí la necesidad de que los avances tecnológicos se orienten a enfrentar los retos, tanto sociales como medioambientales, con el objetivo de fomentar un desarrollo humano que no deje a nadie atrás.
La comprensión de lectura desde la perspectiva del pensamiento crítico, según Peter Facione
Authors: Manzanares Gómez Jaqueline Jéssica , Deza Sánchez Maximina Angélica , Romero Guerreo Etelvina , Bocanegra Vilcamango Beder
Published: December 2022

El proceso cognitivo, desde aprender a escribir, hasta leer y comprender lo que se está leyendo es muy complejo. Razón por la cual, el objetivo es analizar el proceso de comprensión de lectura según la perspectiva del pensamiento crítico. En las circunstancias actuales, donde la virtualidad ha cambiado de paradigma, la comprensión de lectura se ha trasladado a un enfoque tecnológico de alto impacto, pero, aun sabiendo que todo es “más automático”. El proceso de comprensión de lectura en relación con el pensamiento crítico de Facione, 2007 es analizado desde el método biográfico-narrativo al considerar los resultados de la prueba ECE 2019, que involucró a 165658 estudiantes de Perú, dado que se trata de dos categorías muy bien vinculadas a las prácticas didácticas docente. Para finalizar se resalta que la comprensión de lectura es insostenible sino se considera el pensamiento crítico, por ello, se puede destacar que el proceso de comprensión de lectura debe conducir al desarrollo del conocimiento.
Educación ambiental y manejo eficiente de los recursos de una institución educativa de San Juan de Lurigancho – Lima
Authors: Briceño Avalos César Edgardo , Condori Lazarte Yeny Flora , Atencio Mendoza Claudia María Ricardina , Cavero Aybar Hugo Neptali , Villar Navarro Cristian Enrique
Published: December 2022

Es importante que los ciudadanos tengan conocimientos acerca del uso racional de los recursos naturales y el cuidado del medioambiente de manera que se pueda lograr un desarrollo sostenible. El estudio tuvo como objetivo demostrar la relación entre la educación ambiental y el manejo eficiente de los recursos en una institución educativa. El enfoque del estudio fue cuantitativo, bajo el análisis hipotético deductivo de tipo correlacional. La población estuvo conformada por 110 estudiantes, la técnica utilizada para ambas variables fue la encuesta, ambos instrumentos fueron validados por juicio de expertos, bajo la confiabilidad del alfa de Cronbach obteniendo 0,773 para la variable educación ambiental y 0,729 para la variable manejo eficiente de los recursos, por lo que ambos valores que presentaron una alta confiabilidad. Según los resultados el coeficiente de correlación es de 0,845 y la significancia de p= 0.000, por lo que se concluyó que la educación ambiental y el manejo eficiente de los recursos por parte de los alumnos presentan una relación significativa.
Retorno a las clases presenciales y medidas de prevención durante la pandemia de COVID-19 en algún colegio en Perú
Authors: Cruz Nieto Dante Daniel , More López Jesús Manuel , Yovera Saldarriaga José , Morales Pacora Víctor Henrry , Zegarra Chauca Víctor Misael , Morales Alberto Manuel Nicolás
Published: December 2022

La pandemia por COVID-19, evidenció la situación que se encuentra la educación en Perú, por más de 2 años se notó la carencia de dispositivos tecnológicos y que al continuar con las clases progresivas no acataron adecuadamente las medidas de prevención. La finalidad del estudio fue demostrar cómo influyen las medidas de prevención en el retorno a las clases presenciales. Se empleó el diseño descriptivo comparativo transversal, técnicas de observación y encuesta y método mixto. La muestra fue de 30 alumnos evaluados en dos grupos. Los resultados determinaron que el 90 % asistió a clase en la tercera semana, la cuarta semana el 73 % no cumple adecuadamente las medidas de prevención y el 90 % obtuvo dispositivos tecnológicos para la clase virtual. Se concluye que, hubo incremento del retorno a las clases presenciales; sin embargo, es necesario tener en cuenta acatar las medidas de prevención para reducir el contagio.
Gestión del conocimiento en instituciones de educación superior: una revisión sistemática
Authors: Mendoza Suárez César Elías , Bullón Romero Carlos Alberto
Published: December 2022

En el desempeño de la nueva economía mundial, el conocimiento es considerado como uno de los principales recursos de las organizaciones, por lo que su gestión se ha convertido en estrategia clave para su desarrollo. Este estudio analizar la gestión del conocimiento en las instituciones de educación superior. Se realizó una revisión sistemática usando el protocolo PRISMA, recopilando 17 artículos desde las bases de datos Scopus, Web of Science, Scielo, para la selección de los artículos se tomó en cuenta criterios de correspondencia, palabras clave como gestión del conocimiento e instituciones de educación superior; criterio de actualidad: años 2017-2021. Como Conclusión se alcanza a notar que definitivamente la gestión del conocimiento es una herramienta estratégica para las Instituciones de Educación Superior, en su propósito de generar ventajas competitivas sostenibles en las funciones de docencia, investigación y extensión social.
Círculos de cultura no PIBID: uma experiência intercultural na formação da docência
Authors: Marques Ronualdo , Sammarco Yanina Micaela
Published: December 2022

A interculturalidade tornou-se uma oportunidade de formação e integração entre os(as) pibidianos(as) do Programa Institucional de Bolsa de Iniciação à Docência (PIBID/UFPR/BIOLOGIA) e docentes de diferentes regiões do Brasil no contexto de pandemia do vírus Sars-CoV-2, na qual puderam compartilhar suas experiências e práticas educativas com a Educação Ambiental no Ensino de Biologia. Metodologicamente, se tratou de um círculo de cultura com quatro encontros formativos virtuais. Dessa forma, considera-se que esses momentos possibilitaram reflexões para se ter um novo olhar para as inúmeras possibilidades de ressignificações das práticas educativas favorecendo a formação continuada para a práxis pedagógica.
Semanas do meio ambiente do Unifeso: percurso e desafios
Authors: Pereira Luiz Antônio de Souza
Published: December 2022

O relato descreve o percurso da Semana do Meio Ambiente do Centro Universitário Serra dos Órgãos (Unifeso) ao longo das oito edições realizadas até o momento. O evento traz para o debate a problemática socioambiental junto aos docentes, discentes, funcionários técnico-administrativos e a sociedade local, através de uma diversidade de atividades. Os espaços-tempos discutem os problemas socioambientais vigentes e suas implicações na formação e prática profissional e no exercício da cidadania. Ao mesmo tempo, visam despertar, incentivar o pensar e o agir em prol de futuros desejáveis, de um porvir com justiça social e equilíbrio ambiental, vistos de forma indissociável.
Viveiro de espécies arbóreas: prática de Educação Ambiental em uma escola da Amazônia Oriental
Authors: Soares Signe Lima , Comassetto Thaisa Pegoraro
Published: December 2022

Objetivou-se desenvolver práticas de Educação Ambiental com alunos do Ensino Fundamental de uma escola pública paraense, por meio da confecção de um viveiro e da produção e do plantio de mudas de ipê rosa (Tabebuia sp.) e pau preto (Cenostigma tocantinum). A metodologia utilizada baseou-se na pesquisa-ação, abordagem qualitativa, observação e no registro fotográfico. Foi observado que é possível resgatar temáticas de diversos campos do conhecimento, aplicando a interdisciplinaridade, por meio da arborização, além de ter despertado curiosidades, interesses e responsabilidades nos alunos. As atividades foram positivas, bem recebidas e podem ser reproduzidas em outros contextos e realidades brasileiras.
Educação Ambiental e abelhas sem ferrão: proposta de intervenção didática interdisciplinar na educação profissional e tecnológica
Authors: Felipe Neto Carlos Antonio Lira , Lima Neto Alexandre Moura
Published: December 2022

Esta proposta de intervenção aborda as abelhas sem ferrão no contexto da Educação Ambiental. O roteiro didático elaborado contempla objetivos, ambientações, conteúdos, métodos e estratégias de ensino e está estruturado em três momentos (reflexão, experimentação e proposição integradora), sendo orientado por Delizoicov (1991) e conduzido por levantamento bibliográfico, pela educação transformadora e pela interdisciplinaridade. Com a sua aplicação, passível de ajustes, espera-se que as instituições de ensino, públicas e privadas, possam construir pontes de diálogo, aproximando as áreas do conhecimento e encontrando nos polinizadores nativos um exemplo motivador para conduzir a humanidade e os ecossistemas por um caminho seguro e próspero.
Automação de um procedimento para processamento de dados de volume de tráfego para uso no HCM
Authors: Hering Coelho Alexandre , De Souza Rodrigues Amanda
Published: December 2022

O Highway Capacity Manual (HCM) tem sido utilizado mundialmente na avaliação do desempenho de rodovias, por meio do cálculo do nível de serviço. Para a sua aplicação é necessário determinar os volumes de tráfego para o cenário temporal de análise em todos os segmentos homogêneos de interesse. A aquisição destes dados diretamente em campo pode ser onerosa, dependendo do tamanho e da complexidade da área de estudo. Buscando atender o aspecto econômico dos projetos, em alguns postos de contagem são realizadas observações parciais, para serem posteriormente expandidas, com base em análises de similaridade de padrões de tráfego entre os postos. Ademais, os planos para aquisição de dados não seguem necessariamente um padrão e diferentes estruturas de dados são utilizadas, como classificações de veículos e agregações temporais. Assim, o processamento dos dados para o alcance dos volumes de demanda, a serem utilizados na análise, pode exigir grande esforço. O objetivo deste trabalho é apresentar um procedimento tão automatizado quanto possível para auxiliar neste processo. Como resultado, são apresentados o desenvolvimento e a aplicação de um sistema capaz de realizar os procedimentos necessários para a obtenção dessas variáveis, incluindo a execução de expansão volumétrica, a partir de dados heterogêneos.
Índice de respeito à faixa de pedestres: análise do comportamento de motoristas e pedestres na Região Administrativa de São Sebastião / Distrito Federal
Authors: Bertucci Jonas , Eduard P. Carvalho Sanmuel
Published: December 2022

Neste artigo é analisado o comportamento de pedestres e motoristas por meio da aplicação do índice de respeito à faixa de pedestres na região administrativa de São Sebastião/DF. Foram observadas 1.119 travessias em 56 faixas não semaforizadas, resultando em um índice de respeito à faixa em São Sebastião de 83,2%, significativamente superior à média geral do DF, de 57,5%, o que parece ser explicado pelas características urbanas de cada região.
Determination of kinetic constants on thermophilic aerobic wastewater treatment of Kraft bleaching cellulose effluent
Authors: Ferreira Carolina Trindade , García Raymundo Cordero , Cabrera-Padilla Rebeca Yndira
Published: December 2022

Recalcitrant compounds found in pulp and paper mill effluents, which are usually generated at high temperatures, have shown the potential for thermophilic treatment. Using bleached kraft pulp mill effluents, this study aims to evaluate the acclimation conditions of mesophilic aerobic sludge to thermophilic conditions and determine the kinetic parameters. Two feeding strategies were used for this purpose: in the first approach, the first reactor R1 was fed with bleached kraft pulp effluent, while in the second strategy the reactor R2 was fed with easily biodegradable synthetic effluent and then the gradual substitution for bleached effluent was performed after sludge acclimation to a thermophilic environment. Both reactors were operated in batch at 55ºC. The second strategy has a slight advantage in COD (chemical oxygen demand) degradation and a considerable higher biomass production. The kinetic parameters (KS, µmax, Y, Kd) for both approaches were obtained using the Monod model. Those values indicated that the approach used for reactor R2 provided higher reaction speed.
Educação financeira por meio de uma plataforma interativa de investimento: a aplicabilidade da inteligência artificial (IA)
Authors: Freitas Diogo de Carvalho , Reis Dércio Luiz
Published: December 2022

Este trabalho desenvolve conceitualmente uma plataforma de In- vestimento  educacional  utilizando  inteligˆencia  artificial,  que  torna  o  processo de investimento mais intuitivo e com uma entrega mais assertiva aos obje- tivos  dos  usuários,  e  para  isso,  foi  realizada  uma  pesquisa  em  busca  de  saber quais  as  demandas  da  sociedade  quando  o  assunto  ´e  investimento,  educação financeira e temas afins. Foram feitas propostas, com base nos resultados obti- dos na pesquisa, visando melhorar o acesso dos usu´arios, como a cria¸c˜ao de uma plataforma embrion´aria do que seria um robˆo que tiraria du´vidas da pop- ula¸c˜ao em este sentido.   As informações repassadas buscaram ser assertivas, considerando o perfil de potencial investidor de cada indivíduo e a análise de seu comportamento.  A metodologia a ser utilizada no projeto sera´ quantitativa e qualitativa, através de uma extensa pesquisa com usuarios de plataformas de investimento, a fim de analisar o nível de conhecimento em finanças e os objetivos que esperam alcançar   através de investimentos financeiros.   Ao  final da pesquisa, considerando o que foi verificado no referencial teorico, com base  nos  resultados  da  pesquisa  digital,  obteve-se  uma  amostra  consider´avel da  população  do  estado  do  Amazonas,  e  assim  foi  proposta  uma  plataforma que atende as demandas da população utilizando tecnologia e IA (Inteligência artificial),  e  justificando  o  motivo  do  uso  do  aplicativo,  que  também  ter a  um papel  didático  com  o  objetivo  de  ensinar  os  conceitos  de  financas  e  ajudar a  o usuario a se familiarizar com esses termos e iniciar sua jornada no investimento mercado,  isso,  agora,  de  forma  lu´cida  e  consciente.
Educação comunitária na promoção da saúde como uma estratégia de formação dos profissionais de saúde
Authors: Mandane Amélia Susana Eduardo , Noormahomed Emília Virginia
Published: December 2022

Os programas de educação comunitária podem desempenhar um papel importante na transmissão de conhecimentos para prevenir doenças e promover a saúde em países em vias de desenvolvimento, com escassos recursos humanos e financeiros, sendo, por isso, importante formar profissionais de saúde com competências técnicas, científicas e com conhecimento da realidade local das famílias e comunidades. A fim de perceber como os programas de educação comunitária na saúde podem ser usados como uma estratégia de formação multidisciplinar, recorremos à apreciação de um programa em concreto designado “Um estudante, Uma família” da Faculdade de Ciências de Saúde da Universidade Lúrio. Esta apreciação revelou que o programa “Um estudante, Uma família”, favorece por um lado, a formação integral do futuro profissional e por outro lado, proporciona uma educação para a saúde a um grupo de pessoas, que permite-lhes promover a saúde. Concluiu-se com esta avaliação que o programa “Um estudante, Uma família” constitui um novo paradigma de formação de profissionais de saúde com vantagens para o educando, para as famílias e a comunidade, bem como para os educadores.
Estudio comparativo de los modelos de Hottel – Liu Jordan y Zayas-Estrada-Cajigal para la radiación solar instantánea en Valle de las Palmas, Tijuana
Authors: Peralta Rosalba Carrera , Bautista María Cristina Castañón , García Alicia Ravelo , Pat Felipe Noh , Rendón René Delgado
Published: December 2022

El presente trabajo consiste en el análisis de la radiación incidente en la Facultad de Ciencias de la Ingeniería y Tecnología Valle de las Palmas que han sido registradas por la estación meteorológica ubicada en el mismo sitio. El estudio fue realizado con los datos registrados en el año 2013, de los cuales se tomaron los días típicos para cada una de las estaciones del año, esto con el fin de realizar el análisis y poder observar que tanto varía el valor de la radiación incidente en esos días de los meses que representan a cada estación del año, mostrando dos comparaciones más que corresponden a los Modelos de Hottel (1976) y Liu Jordan(1960) y al Modelo Mexicano de Zayas y Estrada-Cajigal (1983) de la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, para el cálculo de la radiación instantánea, en los cuales se calculó la radiación para los mismos intervalos de tiempo que registra la estación meteorológica que son cada 10 minutos.
Efeitos do consumo de substâncias tóxicas em neonatos e as principais complicações obstétricas
Authors: Becker Suellen Siqueira , Rosa Thayse
Published: December 2022

O uso de substâncias tóxicas é considerado um grande problema de saúde pública, com efeitos deletérios sobre a mãe e o feto, além de complicações obstétricas importantes. Esta revisão trata-se de um estudo do tipo bibliográfico com análise qualitativa e integrativa de literatura, com o propósito de reunir e sintetizar resultados de pesquisas sobre os principais efeitos do consumo de substâncias tóxicas em neonatos e as principais complicações obstétricas observadas, fornecendo compreensão mais profunda do tema investigado. Dados foram coletados de artigos indexados nos bancos de dados: SciELO (Scientific Eletronic Library Online) e LILACS, utilizando as palavras-chave: “abuso de drogas, consumo de drogas durante a gestação, consumo de drogas e neonatos” sozinhas e em combinação. Foram selecionados 20 artigos, publicados entre 2002 e 2022. As principais substâncias de abuso relatadas foram álcool, cocaína, crack, opioides e cannabis, sendo o álcool a droga lícita mais consumida e a cannabis, a droga ilícita, sendo que elas provocam diferentes alterações fetais. Tais alterações compreendem distúrbios no desenvolvimento neurológico, cognitivo e comportamental, além de impactos negativos sociais ao longo da vida. Entre as principais complicações obstétricas estão sangramento, descolamento placentário, parto prematuro e aborto. Além disso, respostas alteradas aos anestésicos no momento do parto também podem ser observadas. Em conclusão, observa-se a necessidade do aprimoramento de políticas sociais para diminuir os efeitos prejudiciais do consumo de drogas para a sociedade.