bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Novel Approach for Earthquake Prediction Using Random Forest and Neural Networks
Authors: Agarwal Nidhi , Arora Ishika , Saini Harsh , Sharma Ujjwal
Published: November 2023

INTRODUCTION: This research paper presents an innovative method that merges neural networks and random forest   algorithms to enhance earthquake prediction.
OBJECTIVES: The primary objective of the study is to improve the precision of earthquake prediction by developing a hybrid model that integrates seismic wave data and various extracted features as inputs.
METHODS: By training a neural network to learn the intricate relationships between the input features and earthquake magnitudes and employing a random forest algorithm to enhance the model's generalization and robustness, the researchers aim to achieve more accurate predictions. To evaluate the effectiveness of the proposed approach, an extensive dataset of earthquake records from diverse regions worldwide was employed.
RESULTS: The results revealed that the hybrid model surpassed individual models, demonstrating superior prediction accuracy. This advancement holds profound implications for earthquake monitoring and disaster management, as the prompt and accurate detection of earthquake magnitudes is vital for effective mitigation and response strategies.
CONCLUSION: The significance of this detection technique extends beyond theoretical research, as it can directly benefit organizations like the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) in their relief efforts. By accurately predicting earthquake magnitudes, the model can facilitate the efficient allocation of resources and the timely delivery of relief materials to areas affected by natural disasters. Ultimately, this research contributes to the growing field of earthquake prediction and reinforces the critical role of data-driven approaches in enhancing our understanding of seismic events, bolstering disaster preparedness, and safeguarding vulnerable communities.
Effect of Deadweight on Frame and Correlation with Human Passenger in
a Two Wheeler
Authors: Kumar Rajesh , Kumar Mohit , Irfan Md , Kumar Pardiwan
Published: November 2023

Deadweight as payload is an important parameter, which affects the vehicle
dynamics and durability of the vehicle. This paper presents a study performed to
evaluate the effect of deadweight on dynamic input load, suspension operation,
and fatigue life of frame in a two wheeler. Also, an optimization exercise was
undertaken to correlate and optimize deadweight with a human payload in terms of
equivalent damage to the frame. Strain, wheel acceleration, and suspension
displacement data were acquired with pillion and multiple deadweights and
compared. Relative damage spectrum (RDS) characterization and best-fit
optimization methods were used for deadweight correlation. It was observed that
with deadweight addition dynamic loads decreases on the front wheel while
increases on the rear. Strain damage wise increasing deadweights have marginal
effects on the front zone of the frame while on the middle and rear side,
deadweights are detrimental. Human payload behaves like deadweight for dynamic
loading as observed with higher acceleration and suspension stroke level given
its magnitude, but in terms of strain damage it has very low damaging effect as
compared to deadweights. Deadweight optimization exercise suggested an optimum
weight to have an equivalent damage for the same durability cycle as human
pillion. The study aimed to help in understanding the design load considerations
taking deadweight into account as well as in the development of proving ground
test cycle with deadweight as a human substitute. The latter could be applied in
case of manpower planning or pandemic scenario such as COVID-19.
Effectiveness of Role Playing Cards (RPC) Learning Models Based on Madura Ethnic Entrepreneurship Values In Increasing Entrepreneurship Interest In Junior High School Students
Authors: Fajar Fajar Wahyudi Utomo , Dewi Shinta , Mariasih Mariasih , Masrin Masrin
Published: November 2023

Objective: This research aims to measure the effectiveness of the RPC (RPC) learning model based on Madurese entrepreneurial values in increasing junior high school students' interest in entrepreneurship. Method: The method used in this research is quantitative with a quasi-experimental design, a non-equivalent design (pretest and post-test), and a control group design. Results: The research results show that the RPC learning model based on Madurese ethnic entrepreneurial values effectively increases junior high school students' interest in entrepreneurship. This can be seen from the average percentage of N-gain in the experimental class is 60.70%. Meanwhile, the average percentage of N-Gain for the control class is 16.00%. So, the conventional learning model in the control class is ineffective in increasing interest in entrepreneurship among junior high school students. Novelty: This learning model is the only role-play learning model developed with a combination of card games and based on ethnic entrepreneurial values to increase students' interest in entrepreneurship. The effectiveness of this learning model can contribute to social studies learning; that is, through creative learning, students' entrepreneurial interest in entrepreneurial activities can increase.
De la Encarnación a la Eucaristía
Authors: Calero de los Ríos Antonio Mª
Published: November 2023

Partiendo de la invitación hecha por el Papa Juan Pablo II en su Carta Apostólica "Tertio Millennio Adveniente" a reflexionar sobre la estrecha relación existente entre los misterios de la Encarnación y de la Eucaristía (perspectiva central del Jubileo 2000: TM 55), este trabajo estudia en profundidad las claves bíblicas y teológicas desde las que estos dos misterios que se pueden ver y considerar. Entre las muchas claves desde las que sería posible leer e interpretar estos misterios, este trabajo ha seleccionado seis de ellas, que perfectamente aplicables a ambos misterios, y que constituyen el hilo conductor de la presente reflexión: el trinitario, el pascual, la unidad, la presencia mutuamente vinculante y redentora, la plenitud y las claves marianas.
La obra de Calderón como teodramática. Bases teológicas de sus escritos
Authors: Chica Arellano Fernando
Published: November 2023

Con motivo del 4º Centenario del nacimiento del insigne dramaturgo español Pedro Calderón de la Barca, el autor de este trabajo esboza algunas bases teológicas que subyacen a su producción literaria. Presta especial atención a las controversias teológicas que tuvieron lugar en España durante el siglo XVII, ya que son son una referencia principal para entender la obra de Calderón. Las obras de Calderón estaban al servicio de la evangelización, y consiguió dotar a su pensamiento teológico de belleza y poesía
STUDIES ON KINETICS AND THERMODYNAMICS OF EFFECTS OF PRIMARY COLOURS ON PHOTOCHEMICAL REACTIONS: PHOTOSYNTHESIS IN Loudetia arundinacea IN FOCUS
Authors: Iwot O. A. , Asuquo J. E. , BoEKOM E. J.
Published: November 2023

Light, especially green light in sunlight, is reflected alongside absorption of other wavelengths of electromagnetic radiation by leaf before photosynthesis can take place, with no application of extra external energy and without pollutants. Green being one of the primary colours of white light makes the investigation of effect of irradiation of elephant grass (Loudetia arundinacea) with primary colours. Duration of irradiation with LEDs and sunlight ranged from 300s to 1800s, at 300k. Primary colours were absorbed with 0.01M KMnO4, 0.01M methyl orange 1M CuSO4 and 1M NiSO4. Total carbohydrate formed by L .arundinacea after irradiation obtained using anthrone test became a measure of photosynthesis. Rate of photosynthesis in 30 minutes in L. arundinacea decreased in the order; BLED>WLED>GLED>RLED; also, W-b>W-g>W-br>W-r; and S-b>S-br>S>S-g>S-r. While BLED with TCPR of 15.62±0.001mg/100mg, is most favorable to photosynthesis, W-b had its TCPR reduced to 8.85±0.001mg/100mg, and W-r, as well as S-r had their TCPR as 1.91±0.001 and 5.09±0.001mg/100mg respectively, being higher than pure RLED with 0.26±0.001mg/100mg. Influence of green light over red light in W-b causes higher TCPR than when red light combines with blue light in W-g. Passage of other waves of electromagnetic spectrum causes elevated TCPR for S-b, S-br and S-r compared to those for W-b, W-br and W-r.
Tinjauan Yuridis Terhadap Peran Lembaga Manajemen Kolektif Nasional (LMKN) Dalam Pendistribusian Royalti Untuk Pencipta Pada Pemutaran Lagu Pada Aplikasi Musik Berbasis Streaming Spotify
Authors: Handradjasa Joshua Limanto , Ismail Ismail , Iryani Dewi
Published: November 2023

Royalti merupakan bentuk imbalan hasil jerih payah dari pencipta, adapun pengelolaannya diamanahkan oleh negara kepada Lembaga Manajemen Kolektif Nasional (LMKN). Bentuk dari pengelolaan royalti itu sendiri merupakan penarikan, penghimpunan, pendistribusian. Fokus dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mendalami peran LMKN peran Lembaga Manajemen Kolektif Nasional dalam pendistribusian royalti serta bagaimana kenyataan dari mekanime pembayaran royalti atas lagu dan musik dalam aplikasi berbasis Streaming musik Spotify kepada pencipta. Mengacu pada Pasal 5 huruf f Peraturan Kementerian Hukum dan HAM Nomor 9 Tahun 2022 yang tertulis bahwa salah satu peran serta kewajiban LMKN merupakan menetapkan tata cara pendistribusian Royalti dan besaran Royalti untuk Pencipta, Pemegang Hak Cipta, dan pemilik Hak Terkait. Dalam penelitian ini, peneliti menggunakan jenis penelitian yuridis normatif. Metode penelitian yuridis normatif adalah penelitian hukum kepustakaan yang dilakukan dengan cara meneliti bahan-bahan kepustakaan atau data sekunder. Hasil penelitian yang diperoleh adalah, peran LMKN dalam pendistribusian royalti untuk pencipta pada pemutaran lagu pada aplikasi musik berbasis streaming spotify berdasarkan undang-undang di Indonesia saat ini dapat disimpulkan belum efektif. Hal ini dikarenakan belum adanya rumus kalkulasi yang jelas tentang pendistribusian royalti dan pengesahan tarif royalti untuk pengguna yang melakukan pemanfaatan komersial ciptaan dan/atau produk hak terkait musik dan lagu pada aplikasi berbasis streaming. Mekanisme pembayaran royalti atas lagu dan musik dalam aplikasi berbasis Streaming musik Spotify kepada pencipta didistribusikan dengan melalui beberapa tahapan, berawal dari penyedia layanan musik streaming yaitu Spotify kepada label distributor, lalu dari label distributor pada Digital Publisher dan akhirnya Digital Publisher kepada Pencipta atau Pemegang Hak Cipta.
The Title is Analysis of The Effect of Brand Image and Service Quality on Customer Loyalty by Mediating Customer Satisfaction (Empirical Study on PT Kennametal Indonesia Customers)
Authors: Supriyanto Bambang , Dahlan Kandi Sofia Senastri
Published: November 2023

Study This aim For analyze influence image brand and quality service to loyalty customer with consider satisfaction customer as a mediator. Study This carried out on customers of PT Kennametal Indonesia, which is company operating in the cutting tool industry with Kennametal brand . Research methods used _ is approach studies empirical with use questionnaire as tool data collection . Research sample This consists from selected PT Kennametal Indonesia customers in a way random . Collected data analyzed using SMART PLS 3.0 for test connection between variable independent ( image brand and quality services ) and variables dependent ( loyalty customers ) as well mediation from satisfaction customer . Of the 200 questionnaires distributed to Kennametal cutting tool customers , incoming data is 111 however only 106 respondents' data can be used . From the results analysis is obtained that , quality PT Kennametal Indonesia services no influential to loyalty cutting tool customers . Brand image No have influence to loyalty customer . However between image brand and quality service have influence positive and significant against satisfaction customer . Satisfaction customer influential positive and significant to loyalty . As well as satisfaction customer capable mediate partially between _ image brand to loyalty customers , as well satisfaction customers can do it too mediate partially between _ quality service to loyalty customer .
Pengelompokan Gaya Belajar Secara Homogen dalam Mendukung Pembelajaran Diferensiasi Proses Siswa
Authors: Fauzi Rahmat , Usman Ali , Hayati Nanik Nur , Nasihudin Muhammad Dimas
Published: November 2023

Education plays a crucial role in realizing the potential of individuals in various aspects. The learning process is central in bringing about changes in individuals. Different learning styles are a crucial factor in the effectiveness of learning. This research proposes a homogenous learning style grouping approach to support differentiated learning processes in the educational environment. The aim of this research is to explain the importance of understanding students' learning styles and how differentiated learning approaches can maximize their learning potential. The research method used is qualitative, applying a Problem Based Learning (PBL) approach and grouping students based on their learning styles. This study involved 10th-grade students in SMAN Mumbulsari, who exhibited various learning styles, including kinesthetic, auditory, and visual. The research results indicate that the differentiated learning process with student grouping based on their learning styles can enhance student learning activities. Students grouped with similar learning styles have more effective interactions and achieve better learning outcomes. The implications of this research include benefits for both students and teachers, such as improved learning services, fair treatment without discrimination, and the optimal development of students' potential.
Members of the genus Aeromonas are gram negative, non-spore forming, zoonotic bacteria that are widely distributed in aquatic environment. They affect both man and animals causing diseases such as gastroenteritis, peritonitis, endocarditis, pneumonia and ocular infections. The aim of this study
Authors:   ., Eluma Mariam , Itelima Janet U. ,   ., Onwuliri Festus C. ,   .
Published: November 2023

Members of the genus Aeromonas are gram negative, non-spore forming, zoonotic bacteria that are widely distributed in aquatic environment. They affect both man and animals causing diseases such as gastroenteritis, peritonitis, endocarditis, pneumonia and ocular infections. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of Aeromonas species among patients attending five hospitals in parts of plateau state. Eight hundred human stool samples were examined for the presence of Aeromonas species using the process of isolation, identification and characterization. Out of the 800 samples 65 (8.12%) were positive for Aeromonas. Among the hospitals screened, Jos University Teaching Hospital (Lamingo) has the highest prevalence of 15 (1.87%) followed by Our Lady of Apostle Hospital (Bukuru) with a prevalence of 14 (1.76%). The lowest percentage prevalence was recorded for the specimen collected from Faith Alive Foundation Hospital (Jos) 11 (1. 35%). The percentage prevalence of Aeromonas spp. among study population by gender showed that the female had a higher percentage prevalence of 37 (4.63%) of Aeromonas infection than the male with a prevalence of 28 (3.47%). The prevalence of Aeromonas species among study population by age distribution showed that the highest prevalence was among children below the ages of 1-10 years with a percentage prevalence of 22 (2.75%). There was a significantly higher (p<0.05) prevalence of the organism during the wet season (71%) than the dry season (29%). This study indicated that Aeromonas is prevalent in the study population, therefore enlightenment programs should be carried out by the Plateau state ministry of health to create awareness on the dangers of Aeromonas infections.
Social perception of mental illness
Authors: Sandu Mihaela Luminita , Skandalaris Margarita Alexandra
Published: November 2023

Mental disorders have been known in all cultures from ancient times to the present day. In the past, most peoples believed that supernatural beings such as deities, spirits and ghosts were responsible for these disorders and resorted to religious rituals to get rid of them. Even today, the ideologies, values and beliefs of each cultural context have a great influence on the manifestation of symptoms of mental illness and the choice of treatment. Perceptions of behaviours that were once considered psychopathological have changed and are now treated differently by psychiatry. People with psychological problems have always been treated with particular suspicion and even fear by society at large. It was common practice to expel them from the community and confine them to an institution. Stigma towards people with mental illness is a long-standing and widespread phenomenon, leading to profound anxiety, disability and negatively affecting quality of life.
Use of Social Media to Instigate Violence: Users’ Role and Challenges in Prevention
Authors: Naher Jibon , Minar Matiur Rahman
Published: November 2023

In Bangladesh, there have been many incidents of violence linked to social media platforms, particularly Facebook. These incidents have been caused by posts that have either intentionally or unintentionally provoked hatred and instigated violence. In this study, we examine seven such incidents that were triggered by religious differences in Bangladesh. By reviewing previous research and case studies, we aim to identify the factors that contribute to the spread of hate speech and misinformation on social media. We also discuss the challenges involved in preventing violent incidents. To reduce the likelihood of such incidents, we propose three recommendations: prioritize news for fact-checking, promote fact-checking among users, and involve users in the fact-checking process. These recommendations can be implemented using existing technology to limit the spread of false information and hate speech on social media platforms. This could ultimately reduce the risk of violent incidents triggered by social media.
Personality's Influence on Mood Variability and Leading Behavior. A Narrative Review
Authors: Kalogeratos Gerasimos
Published: November 2023

The prevalence of mood swings in contemporary culture necessitates an examination of the influence of personality on the manifestation of associated symptoms and the inclination to address them. The current investigation entails a comprehensive literature assessment by examining scholarly papers from international bibliographic databases. The study examined the impact of individual traits and specific mental diseases on mood fluctuations, focusing on identifying patterns of enhancement or decline. The findings of these experiments indicate that this phenomenon has an impact on the temperament of every individual. Examining certain traits (extroversion, neuroticism, psychoticism, cockiness) yields insights into the extent to which these traits are either incorporated or excluded from the influencing elements, as well as the assessment of immediate emotional states. Hence, the significant significance of personality in the alteration of moods is acknowledged, given the distinctiveness of each individual and the examination of various aspects and traits associated with leadership.
Laibach and Neue Slowenische Kunst
Authors: Tratnik Polona
Published: November 2023

In the 1980s, the art group Neue Slowenische Kunst (NSK) employed postmodernist artistic techniques, eclecticism and pastiche, with which they evoked political and artistic memories through music, painting, design, theatre and statements and deconstructed these political memories. For Laibach in particular, the treatment of National Socialist iconography and totalitarian rhetoric was central, but not in service of politics. The totalitarianism they imitated was a simulacrum. In their manifesto the artists claimed to strive towards politically independent artistic activity. However, in the second half of the 1980s, the collective operated with the support of the Socialist Youth League of Slovenia, the youth sector of the Communist Party. In the article, the author examines the complex relationships between art and politics or how the performances of Laibach and NSK in the 1980s were related to the political situation in Slovenia. She is interested in the social integration of Laibach and also NSK, their rhetoric, appearances and artistic-political interventions in Slovenia in the 1980s, especially in relation to the development of events related to Slovene nationality. Laibach and NSK evoked a repressed but essentially present self-image of the Slovene nation’s ever-present subordination to other nations, which co-created a collective political complex about Slovene subservience and inadequacy. The evocation of this political representation by the artistic collective, especially Laibach, in the way of reviving and dismantling iconography and rhetoric was not pleasant, but triggered a revision of collective remembering and an assessment of Slovenia’s current position, as well as the Slovene nation’s potential for national liberation.
Influence of Government Facilitation on Youth Entrepreneurial Activity in Cherangani Constituency, Trans Nzoia County-Kenya
Authors: Ramari Dr. Sangurah , Robbert Mukhebi
Published: November 2023

There has been a lot of emphasis on public policy interest on youth entrepreneurship Kenya since early 2000 to date. The purpose has been to promote youths to job creators and inclusion to the main economic mainstream. This study analyzed the relationship between the youth-target policy’s promotional efforts and MSE start-up rates. The study design was a Cross-sectional Survey, guided by Motivational Theory. Using multi-stage sampling, 175youth entrepreneurs participated in the study. Data was analyzed through inferential methods of correlation coefficient and coefficient of determination. The results revealed there being direct and indirect relationships. For example, the coefficient for the first hypothesis (H01); R2=.2374, p= .025 meant that 24% change in the rate of new start-ups initiated was attributed to promotional efforts, and the coefficient of determination for the second hypothesis (H02); k2= .0766, 95% BCa CI (.0007, .0633) and b= .001, z= .7134, p= .4756); meant that 8% change in the rate of new start-ups initiated was due to the mediation of promotional efforts between the youths’ motives and their rate of starting new MSEs.
ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT OF WOMEN IN THE LABOUR MARKET
Authors: AL.FADEL Mohamed , TAWIRI Naser
Published: November 2023

This study aims to identify the most important characteristics and variables affect the participation of Libyan women in the labour market, Misurata city as a model, by following the descriptive analytical approach relied on data collection, through the field study was conducted on the study community represented in the Libyan women workforce within the geographical scope of the city of Misurata, and by relying on the binary logistic regression technique in analyzing the study data. A questionnaire method was used, which was circulated to the study population in a cluster random sampling method. The study concluded that high educational level of women, will increase their empowered in the labour market. Also, urban women have a greater rate of obtaining a job than rural women, and the social view of women's work from the family and society as a whole
Challenges with Gamification in Higher Education: A Narrative Review with Implications for Educators and Policymakers
Authors: Fuchs Kevin
Published: November 2023

This narrative review critically examines the application of gamification in higher education. Gamification, the integration of game elements into learning, is increasingly used to enhance student engagement and motivation. However, the effectiveness of gamification depends on its alignment with learning objectives. Superficial use of game elements, such as irrelevant badges, can hinder meaningful learning outcomes. Moreover, over-reliance on extrinsic rewards can lead to short-term motivation but may compromise deep learning. Additionally, a competitive culture fostered by gamification might hinder collaboration and stress individual achievement. To harness gamification's benefits, educators must carefully design game mechanics to promote collaboration, select suitable activities, and consider diverse learning styles. This review underscores the need for thoughtful integration of gamification and the importance of evaluating its impact on pedagogical goals in higher education. The article concludes by providing implications for research and practice.
 
Received: 29 August 2023 | Revised: 6 November 2023 | Accepted: 8 November 2023
 
Conflicts of Interest
Kevin Fuchs is an editorial board member for International Journal of Changes in Eduaction, and was not involved in the editorial review or the decision to publish this article. The author declares that he has no conflicts of interest to this work.
 
Data Availability Statement
Data sharing is not applicable to this article as no new data were created or analyzed in this study.
Study of the world collection of oilseed flax as a source material for selection in the conditions of Northern Kazakhstan
Authors: Iskakov Ruslan , Kaldybaev Damir , Zinchenko Alyona , Sidorik Ivan
Published: November 2023

According to the modern requirements of cultivation, new varieties of oilseed flax are being created, differing in a complex of useful features. The basis of the selection of oilseed flax is the study, selection, and creation of new varieties based on the world collection and suitable for the agro-climatic conditions of Northern Kazakhstan. The purpose of the study is to investigate the collection samples of oilseed flax in the conditions of the Kostanay region of Northern Kazakhstan and to select the most promising pedigree material according to economically valuable characteristics in the conditions of a moisture deficit zone. The following methods were used: biological, phenological, laboratory, statistical, and information analysis of the adaptive capabilities of individual varieties of oilseed flax. An assessment of economically valuable traits was carried out for 14 varieties of oilseed flax from the world collection of various ecological and geographical origin for the period in 2020- 2022. As a result of the research, samples characterised by high yield were identified: Linol – 82 g/m2 , Sibirskaya 38854 – 71 g/m2 , Antares – 78.3 g/m2 . Samples of the varieties Biryuza, Krokus, Kustanayskiy – 8.2 g, Iceberg – 8.1 g were distinguished by high indicators of the weight of 1,000 seeds. A valuable and plastic source material for selection with the main valuable and economic characteristics was identified: the growing season for 85-92 days, with a seed yield of more than 47.5-82.2 g/m2 , a weight of 1000 seeds of 6.9- 8.1 g, oil content in seeds of 43.7-47.5%, plant height of 45-60 cm. The selected samples are recommended for cultivation in Northern Kazakhstan: by precocity – Sibirskaya 38854 and Iceberg; productivity – Linol, Antares; weight of 1000 grains – Nebesniy, Biryuza, Linol, Krokus; oil content in seeds – Kostanayskiy-11, Iceberg; resistance to fusarium – Kostanayskiy-11, Sibirskaya 38854, Antares, Iceberg. The effectiveness of the breeding programme depends on the patterns of inheritance of economically valuable traits operating in a hybrid population, reducing the loss of valuable genotypes and reducing costs by culling less valuable traits
Risk factors associated with stillbirth of piglets in Ukrainian Meat breed sows
Authors: Kramarenko Alexander , Luhovyi Serhii , Karatieieva Olena , Kramarenko Serhii
Published: November 2023

Stillbirths often result in significant piglet losses shortly before or during the farrowing process. This issue leads to a high level of stillbirths, causing substantial losses in the swine industry and requiring immediate attention. The purpose of this study is to evaluate farrowing order, the total number of piglets born, the year and season of farrowing, the breed of the boar, and the average piglet weight in the litter at birth as risk factors for stillbirths in sows of the Ukrainian Meat breed. Experimental data obtained from 262 sows of the Ukrainian Meat breed in the main herd of LLC “Tavriyski Svyni” (Skadovsk district, Kherson region, Ukraine) were used for the study. The proportion of litters containing at least one stillborn piglet, the number and proportion of stillborn piglets in the litter were investigated over 11 years. At least one stillborn piglet was observed in 56.9% of litters, with an average number and proportion of stillborn piglets in the litter of 1.2 and 10.5%, respectively. The results indicate a highly significant impact of the farrowing year on the proportion of litters containing at least one stillborn piglet, the number, and proportion of stillborn piglets in the litter (in all cases: P<0.001). There was a decrease in estimates of stillbirths during 2007-2013, with a gradual increase until 2017. The farrowing season had a certain (P<0.05) influence on estimates of stillbirth rates, since the proportion of stillbirth piglets in litters born in summer was 9.5%, and in litters born in autumn – 12.0%. The proportion of stillborn piglets in litters sired by Duroc boars (15.0%) was significantly higher (P<0.001) than in litters sired by Ukrainian Meat breed, Large White, or Landrace boars (10.1-10.0%). From the first to the 10th farrowing, stillbirth rates gradually increased (in all cases: P<0.001). The number and proportion of stillborn piglets in the litter tended to increase among sows with larger litter sizes at birth (in both cases: P<0.001). Binary logistic regression results suggested that the probability of having at least one stillborn piglet in the litter was significantly associated with the average live weight of piglets at birth
Respiratory form of infectious rhinotracheitis: Analysis of immunomorphological reactions
Authors: Irgashev Almazbek , Nurgaziev Rysbek , Nurmanov Chyngyz , Asanova Eliza , Ishenbaeva Svetlana
Published: November 2023

The concentration of cattle in limited areas, nutritional disorders, and imbalance of micro- and macroelements contribute to suppression of natural resistance of the organism, insufficient live weight gain, leading to the growth of infectious diseases of young animals with high rates of forced slaughter and cattle mortality. The source of the causative agent of rhinotracheitis infection – Bovine alphaherpesvirus 1 hinders the development of the livestock industry, thus, it is necessary to search for possible approaches to prevent and control this infection. The purpose of the research is to determine the immunomorphological changes in the lymphoid tissue of the trachea and bronchial system, in the regional lymph nodes of the lungs and in the spleen in calves naturally affected by infectious rhinotracheitis. The experimental studies were based on the research of immunomorphological reactions in lymphoid tissue during infection of young cattle with Bovine alphaherpesvirus 1, using polymerase chain reaction, histological and immunohistochemical methods. According to the results, it was established that hyperplasia of tracheaassociated lymphoid tissue was observed in the trachea, and hyperplasia of bronchial-associated lymphoid tissue was observed in the lungs; the affected areas of the trachea and lungs were infiltrated with lymphocytes, macrophages and plasma cells. The immunomorphological reactions of regional lymph nodes demonstrate hyperplasia of B- and T-dependent zones, and in the spleen – hyperplasia of T-dependent zones of the white pulp. Thus, immunocompetent cells of lymphoid tissue associated with B- and T-dependent areas of the trachea, bronchial system of the lungs and regional lymph nodes of the lungs, and with T-dependent areas of the spleen, are directly involved in the pathogenesis of infectious rhinotracheitis of respiratory type calves. Antibacterial therapy with antibiotics destroys pathogenic and normal flora in the intestine, but they are not effective enough on viral infection, therefore, production trials of effective means of specific prophylaxis and vaccination are the primary task of veterinary medicine
Sensory evaluation of sweet cherries for sustainable fruit production in the European market
Authors: Ivanova Iryna , Tymoshchuk Tetiana , Kravchuk Mykola , Ishchenko Iryna , Kryvenko Anna
Published: November 2023

The competitiveness of fresh fruit in the modern market substantially depends on sensory quality indicators. Sweet cherries are a top fruit that is highly valued by consumers due to their taste and visual attractiveness. For the growing demand for fruits on the European market, it is important to examine the sensory properties of cherry fruits in combination with their weight and diameter. The purpose of the study was to substantiate sensory indicators for examining the quality of cherry fruits of different maturation periods and selecting the most competitive varieties for the sustainable provision of fresh fruit in accordance with the requirements of the modern market. In the course of the study, the following methods were used: field, laboratory, and comparative. Determination of the mass, diameter, and sensory assessment of fruits was conducted on 33 varieties of sweet cherries. Experts conducted rating tests on a 9-point scale on ten fruit samples of the examined varieties. Fruits were evaluated by their appearance, aroma, taste, and texture. At the final stage of the assessment, experts calculated the average value of sensory indicators. A sensory profile was set for the fruits of each cherry variety and assigned a score based on the following descriptors: colour intensity, taste, pulp hardness and juiciness, and skin density. The standard methodology for evaluating the sensory properties of fresh fruits has been improved. The average weight (8.41 g) and diameter (22.63 mm) of sweet cherry fruits for three ripening groups were determined. Varieties (Kazka, Dilema, and Udivitiel’na) with the largest mass and diameter of fruits are identified. According to the complex of sensory indicators, the varieties Kazka, Vynka, and Krupnoplidna were distinguished. According to the external attractiveness, consistency, and taste qualities of fruits, a sensory profile has been formed for varieties of different maturation periods. Sensory evaluation of sweet cherry fruits will allow distributing fruit products and selecting raw materials for further use in fresh form, long-term storage, freezing and production of processed products by thermal sterilisation
The New Era of Business Transformation with Blockchain Technology
Authors: Ankit Sharma
Published: November 2023

The current condition of data creation, capture, and storage methods has changed as a result of the advancement of modern technologies. Blockchain technology has started to ensnare many companies in the domains of banking, governance, healthcare, supply chains, and cyber security because of its potential to greatly increase security. The primary goals of the research study were to examine the key blockchain platforms and applications. It also explored the benefits and drawbacks of blockchain technology in the context of modern business. This research is conceptual in nature and is predicated on an analysis of many studies. This study identifies the broad applications of blockchain technology in the banking and insurance sectors, government agencies, supply chain management, healthcare, and farming and fishing. The key benefits of blockchain technology are enhanced security and privacy, decentralisation, fraud control, quality assurance, traceability, efficiency, peer-to-peer global transactions, and instant settlements
Hybrid genetic algorithm to minimize scheduling cost with unequal and job dependent earliness tardiness cost
Authors: Bari Prasad , Karande Prasad , Bag Vaidehi
Published: November 2023

This article presents two combinatorial genetic algorithms (GA), unequal earliness tardiness-GA (UET-GA) and job-dependent earliness tardiness-GA (JDET-GA) for the single-machine scheduling problem to minimize earliness tardiness (ET) cost. The sequence of jobs produced in basic UET and JDET as a chromosome is added to the random population of GA. The best sequence from each epoch is also injected as a population member in the subsequent epoch. The proposed improvement seeks to achieve convergence in less time to search for an optimal solution. Although the GA has been implemented very successfully on many different types of optimization problems, it has been learnt that the algorithm has a search ability difficulty that makes computations NP-hard for types of optimization problems, such as permutation-based optimization problems. The use of a plain random population initialization results in this flaw. To reinforce the random population initialization, the proposed enhancement is utilized to obtain convergence and find a promising solution. The cost is further significantly lowered offering the due date as a decision variable with JDET-GA. Multiple tests were run on well-known single-machine benchmark examples to demonstrate the efficacy of the proposed methodology, and the results are displayed by comparing them with the fundamental UET and JDET approaches with a notable improvement in cost reduction.
Analisis Kesalahan Siswa dalam Menyelesaikan Soal Matematika dengan Menggunakan Metode Newman
Authors: Nuraina Nuraina , Rohantizani Rohantizani , Suryani Hawa Muzaifa
Published: November 2023

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menjelaskan berbagai jenis kesalahan yang dilakukan siswa Jabal Nur dari kelas XI-1 MAS ketika mereka menyelesaikan soal matematika dalam bentuk cerita materi barisan dan deret yang menggunakan metode Newman. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif kualitatif. Data dikumpulkan melalui tes tertulis dan wawancara. Siswa kelas XI-1 MAS Jabal Nur, totalnya 22 siswa, adalah subjek penelitian ini. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa (a) persentase kesalahan membaca siswa sebesar 46,25%  (b) persentase kesalahan memahami masalah sebesar 77,5%, (c) persentase kesalahan transformasi sebesar 45%, (d) persentase kesalahan keterampilan proses sebesar 45%, dan (e) persentase kesalahan penulisan jawaban akhir sebesar 61,25%. Faktor-faktor penyebab kesalahan siswa  adalah tidak terlalu memahami maksud dari soal, tidak mengetahui permasalahan yang terdapat pada soal, lupa menuliskan jawaban, terburu-buru dalam menuliskan jawaban, tidak paham dengan rumus yang seharusnya digunakan, tidak teliti dalam melakukan operasi perhitungan, terjadi kesilapan ketika menentukan hasil akhir.
IMPROVING VOCABULARY LEARNING WITH MEMRISE MOBILE APPLICATION FOR STUDENTS IN VIETNAM
Authors: Pham Thi To Nhu  , Tran Ngoc Quyen Quyen
Published: November 2023

In English study, vocabulary is the backbone of English so that improving vocabulary is also one of the most essential keys to learning English well. Thanks to the Internet, students now have many opportunities to take advantage of advanced technology to improve their vocabulary, one of which is making use of online tools. This research looks at the use of Memrise, an application designed for improving vocabulary. The authors also investigate the changes in vocabulary level and attitudes of English of students in the University of Foreign Studies, the University of Danang, Vietnam toward applying this mobile application in improving their vocabulary. Furthermore, the study’s results indicate how the students rate the quality of the application. More importantly, this paper gives specific suggestions for using Memrise for learners with different levels of English.
IMPROVE STUDENTS' ENGLISH VOCABULARY WITH THE MEMRISE MOBILE APPLICATION
Authors: Tran Ngoc Quyen Quyen
Published: November 2023

Developing learner’s vocabulary is one of the most important keys to learning English because vocabulary is the foundation of learning English. With Internet, students have many opportunities to use online tools to apply advanced skills and expand their vocabulary. Recently, with the proliferation of devices, the possibility of Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL) is being considered. This research is based on Mnemonics, a vocabulary building application. The authors also investigated changes in the vocabulary levels of English learners in foreign language schools and their attitudes towards using the mobile app to improve their vocabulary. Additionally, our research shows how students rate the quality of their apps. Furthermore, the article provides specific advice on using her Memrise for students with different levels of English.
FLIPPED CLASSROOM IN HIGHER EDUCATION: A LITERATURE REVIEW OF PUBLICATIONS IN MAJOR REFERRED JOURNALS FROM 2014 TO 2020
Authors: Yan Jin
Published: November 2023

In recent years, the flipped classroom has aroused an international research upsurge. Although there are many literature reviews on flipped classrooms, applying and exploring flipped classroom models in higher education is not enough. To understand fully applying flipped classrooms in university settings, this study reviewed 23 articles on flipped classrooms in higher education published in five major educational technology research journals from January 2014 to December 2020. Most research has focused on undergraduate higher education, conducting quantitative studies on subjects such as STEM and education. China has contributed the most to flipped classroom-related research in higher education. Most of the articles have corroborated the positive influence of flipped classrooms on students' academic performance, motivation, attitude, perception, and satisfactions, as well as the cultivation of students’ higher-order thinking ability, and few have discussed the challenges faced by flipped classrooms. In addition, the study corroborated several gaps in the literature. More research needs concern associated with the negative views of teachers and students on flipped classrooms in colleges and universities. This study can provide a valuable reference for educators and researchers in flipped classrooms.
A STUDY TO DETERMINE THE SUPPORTING TOOLS OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) IN CREATIVITY AMONG STUDENT TEACHERS OF A PUBLIC UNIVERSITY IN SABAH, MALAYSIA
Authors: Christty Joseph
Published: November 2023

Creativity is an essential competence through which people can develop their potential to use their imagination to express themselves and make original and valued choices in their lives. The growing interest and concern in cultivating creativity has prompted much education reforms being undertaken in a number of countries, particularly Malaysia. Creative teaching and reflective practice are the two most important milestones that teachers aspire to attain. This study explores the role of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in supporting the creativity process of a group of student teachers in a public university in Sabah. The use of ICT includes collecting relevant information or knowledge to scaffold the revision of existing ideas and development of innovative concepts and hence, possible innovations and inventions. The researcher identifies ten most important tasks for the student teachers where ICTapplication is most appropriate. This is to identify what ICT software is most frequently used and important for the creativity work of each student teacher. Then, the usage of ICT is mapped to the Loveless’s Model of Five Elements of Creativity (Loveless, 2002).The result showed that ICT plays an important role, as specified in the Model, in supporting the creativity process of student teachers while completing the ten important tasks. The study suggests that the Ministry of Education, universities or institutions of higher learning stress the importance of computer literacy education for secondary school students. The training should focus on data/information searching strategies via the Web, data arrangement, sorting and analysis (computational software) and graphical as well as presentational software. The training should preferably complete prior to the students entering the universities for further studies.
Collaborative Writing among Second Language Learners Using Google Docs in a Secondary School Context
Authors: Lawrence Debbie , Lee Kean Wah
Published: November 2023

This study investigates the use of web-based, task-oriented and collaborative writing for academic purposes. Twenty Form 5 students of proficiency levels ranging from moderately proficient to weak used Google Docs to construct an argument of a given topic in pairs. The duration for this study was one month. The purpose of this study was to explore the nature of collaborative writing in a Web-based writing context. Details of the studentsâ€™ writing processes and their perceptions of the online collaborative writing were examined via a questionnaire and interviews. Codingâ€™s were created via document analysis of studentsâ€™ written texts; while a survey was conducted to explore studentsâ€™ perceptions. Findings suggest that studentsâ€™ collaborative writing were focused more on forms than on meanings. A great deal of grammatical changes was made but not all errors were correctly revised, indicating a lack of mastery of grammatical accuracy. Survey results indicated that the students participated positively to the ease of using Google Docs. This study proves that the nature of ESL writing can experience change in a positive manner and students can be directed to experience a more autonomous learning.
Science Teachersâ€™ Acceptance towards Microcomputer-Based Laboratories
Authors: Lajium Denis
Published: November 2023

A microcomputer-based laboratory (MBL) has shown that it enhances the learning of science students by offering various pedagogical and psychological advantages. With the use of MBLs, real-time data collection and analysis can be performed seamlessly in the laboratory resulting in meaningful learning, especially of abstract concepts. Research shows that the unique capability of MBLs is more than simply motivating students as MBL can also improve studentsâ€™ abilities such as graph interpretation and higher-order thinking skills. Despite the extensive use of MBLs in Western countries, the affective aspect of this technological application in school is still relatively unexplored. Therefore, a study was conducted to determine the level of acceptance of in-service teachers towards MBLs using the Technological Acceptance Model (TAM) with regards to the perceived usefulness of MBL in teaching and learning science, its perceived ease of use, and the likelihood of using MBLs. The survey involved 38 in-service science teachers. The outcome indicates that the in-service teachers have a positive view towards the usefulness of MBLs in learning science and are very likely to use the system in schools. However, perceptions towards the ease of use of MBLs are not as favourable. This implies that MBLs should be promoted in schools as it can potentially enhance the quality of science education in Malaysia. Thus, the use of MBLs among science teachers needs to be promoted through intensive professional development