bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
The Artificial Recruiter: Risks of Discrimination in Employers’ Use of AI and Automated Decision‐Making
Authors: Larsson Stefan , White James Merricks , Ingram Bogusz Claire
Published: April 2024

Extant literature points to how the risk of discrimination is intrinsic to AI systems owing to the dependence on training data and the difficulty of post hoc algorithmic auditing. Transparency and auditability limitations are problematic both for companies’ prevention efforts and for government oversight, both in terms of how artificial intelligence (AI) systems function and how large‐scale digital platforms support recruitment processes. This article explores the risks and users’ understandings of discrimination when using AI and automated decision‐making (ADM) in worker recruitment. We rely on data in the form of 110 completed questionnaires with representatives from 10 of the 50 largest recruitment agencies in Sweden and representatives from 100 Swedish companies with more than 100 employees (“major employers”). In this study, we made use of an open definition of AI to accommodate differences in knowledge and opinion around how AI and ADM are understood by the respondents. The study shows a significant difference between direct and indirect AI and ADM use, which has implications for recruiters’ awareness of the potential for bias or discrimination in recruitment. All of those surveyed made use of large digital platforms like Facebook and LinkedIn for their recruitment, leading to concerns around transparency and accountability—not least because most respondents did not explicitly consider this to be AI or ADM use. We discuss the implications of direct and indirect use in recruitment in Sweden, primarily in terms of transparency and the allocation of accountability for bias and discrimination during recruitment processes.
Socio‐Legal Production of the Tourist‐Seasonal Labourer for the Finnish Berry Industry
Authors: Seikkula Minna
Published: April 2024

The article investigates the phenomenon of precarious labour within the Finnish wild berry industry, focusing on the socio‐legal dimensions that enable short‐term “just‐in‐time” migration, primarily from Thailand, for the berry season. Since the initial 2005 recruitment of Thai citizens to engage in forest berry picking for the Finnish berry industry, the industry has become heavily reliant on migrant labour. At the same time, the pickers’ situation exemplifies a case of unregulated labour, as pickers are categorised as a group outside of labour laws in Finland. By asking how this “non‐work”—berry picking without labour rights—has repeatedly been justified on a policy level, the article provides a case study that unpacks the creation of a racialised migrant labour force through a statecraft of differential inclusion, in an arrangement regarded to advance rural economies. Empirically, the article draws on an analysis of policy documents through which a particular kind of temporary migration corridor is administered.
Okul Öncesi Öğretmenlerinin Çalışma Koşulları Üstüne Karşılaştırmalı Bir İnceleme: Türkiye ve İrlanda Örneği
Authors: Deniz Umay Hazar , Aykar Ayfer Nur
Published: April 2024

Bu araştırmada Türkiye ve İrlanda’da özel kurumlarda görev yapan okul öncesi öğretmenlerinin çalışma koşullarını, karşılaştıkları güçlükleri, güçlüklerle ilgili çözüm yollarını incelemek ve beklentilerini ortaya koymak amaçlanmıştır. Araştırma, bir nitel araştırma deseni olan karşılaştırmalı durum çalışması olarak desenlenmiştir. Araştırmaya Türkiye’den 13 İrlanda’dan 12 kişi olmak üzere 25 okul öncesi öğretmeni katılmıştır. Araştırmanın verileri yarı yapılandırılmış görüşmeler ile toplanmıştır. Ardından MAXQDA Analytics Pro 2022 programı ile durum içi ve çapraz durum analizleri yapılmıştır. Araştırma sonucuna göre Türkiye’de çalışma koşullarının İrlanda’ya göre daha zor olduğu görülmüştür. Öğretmenlerin yaşadıkları güçlüklerin çalışma koşullarıyla, fiziki olanaklarla, okul politikalarıyla, meslektaşlarla, ebeveynlerle, yöneticilerle, toplumla ve eğitim sistemiyle ilgili olduğu ortaya çıkarılmıştır. Ayrıca sorunların çözümünde tepkisiz kalmaktan işten ayrılmaya kadar farklı çözüm yollarına başvurdukları bulgulanmıştır. Her iki ülkeden öğretmenler çalışma koşullarının iyileştirilmesini, sorunların çözümünde meslektaşlar arasında işbirliği yapılmasını, öğretmenliği mesleğinin saygınlığının artması, hizmet içi eğitim ve kaliteli lisans eğitimi gibi beklentilere sahiptirler. Ek olarak Türk öğretmenler taban maaş uygulamasının geri getirilmesini ve formasyonun kaldırılmasını istediklerini vurgularken İrlanda’daki öğretmenler ise ulusal okul öncesi eğitim programında düzenleme bekledikleri görülmüştür. Sonuç olarak her iki ülkede de özel kurumlarında çalışma koşullarının zor olduğu ve benzer konularda güçlük yaşadıkları görülmüştür.
Hacia una mayor inclusión financiera para el desarrollo: informe económico sobre Centroamérica, México, Panamá y República Dominicana
Authors: López Arnoldo , Ruiz-Arranz Marta
Published: April 2024

Se estima que la región de Centroamérica, Panamá y República Dominicana (CAPARD) tendrá en 2024 un crecimiento menor al promedio histórico y sus condiciones financieras serán más astringentes. En este contexto, la inclusión financiera ejerce un papel crucial en la moderación de las fluctuaciones del consumo y en el fomento de la inversión. En este informe, se analiza la situación del crédito y la inclusión financiera en CAPARD y, sobre la base del análisis de los determinantes de la inclusión financiera, se proponen políticas para acelerar su profundización, con énfasis en las Estrategias Nacionales de Inclusión Financiera, la educación financiera, las tasas de interés y el ambiente competitivo, y la inclusión financiera digital. Finalmente, se describe la participación del Grupo BID para promover la inclusión financiera en la región a través de una selección de sus operaciones.
The influence of tick prices on high-frequency trading on market quality in LQ-45 Indonesia
Authors: Riyanto Agus , Sriyana Jaka , Arifin Zaenal , Sutrisno
Published: April 2024

This research aims to determine the influence of tick prices on high-frequency trading on market quality in LQ-45 Indonesia. This study employs a quantitative approach. This study employed the Fixed Effect, Random Effect and Common Effect. The research data source used secondary data, with 37 stocks identified that met the criteria for High-Frequency Trading (HFT). The data analysis technique utilized panel data method. Three findings were revealed in the results of this research: first, it demonstrates a significant impact of tick price on High-Frequency Trading (HFT) activity; second, it reveals a positive influence of HFT on market quality, as evidenced by the metrics of spread, volatility, and risk-adjusted return. HFT activity in this research substantiates a positive impact on market quality, measured through spread, volatility, and risk-adjusted return. However, when assessing market quality based on liquidity, the research indicated that HFT volume and trades exert a noteworthy impact on diminishing market liquidity; and third, High-Frequency Trading (HFT) generally exhibits a notable impact on reducing spreads, even though its strength is not conclusively proven in the HFT volume test. The practical implications of this research offer insights into the positive impact of tick prices on the escalation of High-Frequency Trading (HFT) activity.
Teaching writing courses in a virtual environment: Exploring the perspectives of EFL university students
Authors: Alrishan Amal
Published: April 2024

The principal aim of the present investigation is to delve into the perspectives of university students majoring in English as a Foreign Language (EFL), with a specific focus on the delivery of first year composition courses in a virtual instructional environment. This research assesses the effectiveness of online instruction in essay writing courses and delineates the obstacles encountered by students during the teaching and learning processes. To fulfill this objective, a total of 90 undergraduate students specializing in English Language and Literature within the academic program in Jordan actively participated in the study by completing an online survey. Data collection from these students was executed through a purposefully designed questionnaire comprising 20 items. The questionnaire leveraged a 5-point Likert scale, from "strongly disagree" to "strongly agree." Additionally, in-depth interviews were conducted with a selected group of 20 students enrolled in an essay writing course. Established methodologies were employed to analyze the responses to the questionnaire items. The results highlighted the positive impact of the online first year composition course on students' academic achievements. The study also revealed specific impediments and constraints inherent in the virtual learning environment. The study concludes by offering a set of implications aimed at enhancing the efficiency of online course delivery, with a primary emphasis on augmenting the overall learning experience for students.
NoSQL Database Benchmarking: Key/value in an Application-building Environment
Authors: Miranda Aracely , Oña Pilar , Mendoza Karen , Chango Wilson
Published: April 2024

The proportion of data generated is constantly growing as the number and variety of connected devices increase, advances in data storage and mining supporting this evolution bring along the development of new techniques for searching and accessing data and realizing applications. This article was developed to carry out a comparative analysis of three databases: Redis, CouchBase, and Amazon DynamoDB to provide key characteristics to choose the right keyvalue NoSQL system for the type of applications, data used, and data processing. This was done through qualitative and quantitative research by expressing the results through comparative tables with characteristics that were obtained through a literature review and defined by the authors after the use of each of the databases. It can be concluded from the study of quantitative data that DynamoBD is highly rated for its ease of use, easy configuration, automatic retrieval, and data replication. However, in the qualitative data, CouchBase is the best option for the user considering it is cross-platform and can be adapted to websites, apps, etc.
Keywords: Redis, CouchBase, DynamonDB, Web Applications, NoSQL.
Resumen
La proporción de datos generados crece constantemente a medida que aumenta la cantidad y variedad de dispositivos conectados, los avances en el almacenamiento y la extracción de datos respaldan esta evolución, la cual trajo consigo el desarrollo de nuevas técnicas para buscar y acceder a los datos y realización de aplicaciones. Este artículo se desarrolló con el objetivo de realizar un análisis comparativo de tres bases de datos: Redis, CouchBase y Amazon DynamoDB. Con la finalidad de proporcionar características claves para elegir el sistema NoSQL clave-valor correcto para el tipo de aplicaciones, datos utilizados y procesamiento de datos. Se realizó mediante investigación de índole cualitativa y cuantitativa al expresar los resultados mediante cuadros comparativos con características que fueron obtenidas a través de una revisión bibliográfica y definidos por los autores posterior al uso de cada una de las bases de datos. Se puede concluir que con el estudio de los datos cuantitativos DynamoBD obtiene una alta calificación por su fácil uso, fácil configuración, recuperación automática y replicación de datos. No obstante, en los datos cualitativos CouchBase es la mejor opción para el usuario por ser de multiplataforma que se puede adaptar a sitios web, aplicaciones, etc.
Palabras Clave: Redis, Couchbase, DynamoDB, Aplicaciones Web, NoSQL.
Proposal for the Transaction Model Based on Blockchain Technology for Financial Operations
Authors: Caute Paul del Aguila , Moran Jhon Villacriz
Published: April 2024

There is a need to take measures against financial fraud in banking institutions since it annually generates million-dollar losses in the banking sector and even limits the economy of a country. Although there are methods to avoid these problems, the most manageable is a centralized system where large volumes are processed, which means that they have serious performance and security limitations, making it easy for cybercriminals to attack a single target. Therefore, the objective is to identify the models of Blockchain technology as a measure to reduce bank fraud and propose a new transaction model for financial operations. The methodology used was the literature review where a total of 200 potential studies were obtained, of which 30 were selected for writing this article. The result of this research is the proposal of a model for financial transactions using Blockchain technology.
Keywords: blockchain, transactions, security, privacy, finance.
Resumen
Existe la necesidad de tomar medidas contra el fraude financiero en las instituciones bancarias ya que genera pérdidas de miles de millones de dólares anuales en el sector bancario e incluso limita la economía de un país, aunque es cierto que existen métodos para evitar estos problemas, la mayoría gestiona un sistema centralizado en el que se procesan grandes volúmenes, lo que hace que tengan serias limitaciones de rendimiento y seguridad, lo que facilita que los delincuentes informáticos ataquen a un único objetivo. Por ello, el objetivo es identificar los modelos de la tecnología Blockchain como medida para reducir el fraude bancario y proponer un nuevo modelo de transacción para las operaciones financieras. La metodología usada fue la revisión de la literatura. En la revisión de los artículos se obtuvo un total de 200 estudios potenciales, de los cuales se seleccionaron 30 para la redacción de este artículo. El resultado de esta investigación es la propuesta de un modelo para transacciones financieras utilizando la tecnología Blockchain.
Palabras Clave: blockchain, transacciones, seguridad, privacidad, finanzas.
Characterization of Rock Material Through Point Load Test Index, Granulometry, and Dimensions of Specimens
Authors: Feijoo Ernesto
Published: April 2024

The characterization of rock material in mining projects is important, specifically with respect to compressive strength, since this parameter establishes safety factors for slopes in quarries and/or fortification systems for tunnels. This work proposes a simple and practical application methodology. It is proposed with accessible tests in situ, such as granulometric indices and point load test index, to more than a predetermined dimensioning of the specimens. The physical properties mentioned are established in a simple but methodical way; and in this work, 180 tests have been carried out on specimens of the same material, from the sector called Cojitambo, province of Cañar (Ecuador). The results obtained allow the characterization of the rock, establishing for this work that the point load test index has values between 3037 MPa and 4992 MPa, which categorizes rock material as a class of hard rock. It was concluded that the proposal avoids the permanent sending of samples to the laboratory, saving time and money, therefore, a calculation methodology has been structured for the stated objective.
Keywords: granulometry, compression, rock, point load test index.
Resumen
Es importante la caracterización del material rocoso en proyectos mineros, específicamente respecto a la resistencia a compresión, ya que mediante este parámetro se establecen factores de seguridad para taludes en canteras y/o sistemas de fortificación para túneles. Este trabajo tuvo como objetivo proponer una metodología simple, sencilla y de aplicación práctica. Se la plantea con ensayos accesibles in situ, como los índices granulométricos e índice de carga puntual, a más de un predeterminado dimensionamiento de las probetas. Las propiedades físicas mencionadas se las establece de una forma sencilla, pero metódica y en este trabajo se han ejecutado 180 ensayos sobre probetas de un mismo material, proveniente del sector denominado Cojitambo, provincia del Cañar (Ecuador). Los resultados obtenidos permiten la caracterización de la roca, estableciendo para este trabajo que el índice de carga puntual tiene valores entre los 3.037 MPa y 4.992 MPa, lo que categoriza al material rocoso como una clase de roca dura. Se pudo concluir que la propuesta evita el envío permanente de muestras a laboratorio, ahorrando tiempo y dinero, por lo tanto, se ha estructurado una metodología de cálculo para el objetivo planteado.
Palabras Clave: granulometría, compresión, roca, índice de carga puntual.
Minimization of Ore Dilution in the “Pique” Mine Through pre-splitting Blasting Technique
Authors: Montalvo Mateo , Ordóñez Christian , Reyes Ernesto
Published: April 2024

In this research, the unitary operations in the “Gemelos” sublevel were examined in the “El Pique” small-scale underground mine, Portovelo, El Oro province, concluding that it is necessary to optimize mining selectivity to minimize ore dilution. Therefore, a drill and blasting pattern is presented to minimize the operational ore dilution considering the properties of the rock mass and a known drill and blasting methodology. By applying Bieniawski’s Rock Mass Rating 89, the geomechanical characteristics were established for the application of Roger Holmberg’s method in the drilling and blasting pattern. However, the investigation was carried out in excavations of small sections where this method had to be adjusted by decreasing the explosive charge on the lifter. Thus, the proposed drill and blasting pattern contributed successfully to the company’s goals, minimizing the mining width and the ore dilution and maximizing the mining grade.
Keywords: underground mining, ore dilution, drill, blasting, mining grade.
Resumen
En esta investigación se examinaron las operaciones unitarias en el subnivel “Gemelos”, en la mina subterránea de pequeña minería “El Pique”, Portovelo, provincia de El Oro, concluyendo que es necesario optimizar la selectividad del minado para minimizar la dilución. Por lo que se presenta una malla de perforación y voladura que minimiza la dilución mineral no planificada considerando las propiedades del macizo rocoso y una metodología de perforación y voladura conocida. Aplicando el Rock Mass Rating 89 de Bieniawski, se establecieron las características geomecánicas para la aplicación de método de Roger Holmberg en la propuesta de la malla de perforación y voladura. Sin embargo, la investigación se llevó acabo en excavaciones de secciones pequeñas donde este método tuvo que ser ajustado disminuyendo la carga explosiva en las zapateras. Así, la malla de perforación y voladura contribuyó exitosamente a los objetivos de la empresa, minimizando el ancho de minado y la dilución mineral, y maximizando la ley de minado.
Palabras Clave: Minería subterránea, dilución mineral, perforación, voladura, ley de minado.
Determination of the Water Quality of the Copueno River by Macroinvertebrate Analysis
Authors: Maurat Lizbeth , Astudillo Daniela , Patiño Catalina , Fernández Luis , Loja Kathia
Published: April 2024

In the Copueno River located in the area between Macas and Proaño, water quality was determined using the Water Quality Index (ICA) and the BMWP/col Index. For this purpose, three sampling points defined mainly by their accessibility were taken, three water samples were taken for physicochemical analysis, and three water samples were taken for microbiological analysis, all according to the stipulations of NTE INEN 2169:2013 and NTE INEN 2176:2013. The IQA-Data 2015 program was used for the physicochemical parameter analysis, which showed values of 58.57 for point 1, 67.47 for point 2, and 51.76 for point 3, which according to the water quality classification table based on the ICA (NSF), the water has a classification of ”Regular” in the three points. For the determination of water quality, it has been made the BMWP/col.
Keywords: Copueno, Benthic Macroinvertebrates, water quality, analysis.
Resumen
En el río Copueno ubicado en la zona entre Macas y Proaño, se determinó la calidad del agua mediante el Índice de Calidad de Agua (ICA) y el Índice BMWP/col. Para ello tomaron tres puntos de muestreo definidos principalmente por su accesibilidad, se tomaron tres muestras de agua para los análisis fisicoquímicos y tres muestras de agua para los análisis microbiológicos todo esto según lo estipulado en las NTE INEN 2169:2013 y NTE INEN 2176:2013. Para el análisis de parámetros fisicoquímicos se utilizó el programa IQA-Data 2015 que mostró valores de 58.57 para el punto 1, de 67.47 para el punto 2 y de 51.76 para le punto 3 lo que según la tabla de clasificación de calidad de agua en función al ICA (NSF) el agua tiene una clasificación de “Regular” en los tres puntos. Para la determinación de la calidad de agua se realizó mediante el índice BMWP/col.
Palabras Clave: Copueno, Macroinvertebrados Bentónicos, Calidad del Agua, Análisis.
Anthropometric Characteristics, Diettic Intake and Chronotype in Ecuadorian Adults
Authors: Solís Manzano AM , Villamarín CD Yánez , Ortiz SL Betancourt , Arias TV Carpio-
Published: April 2024

Anthropometric characteristics in a subject are a good indication of their body-weight status and diagnosis of overweight and obesity. O and O multifactorial, so today the curiosity arises to investigate new risk factors that predispose to increased body weight, including chronotype. The objective of this study is to evaluate the anthropometric characteristics and caloric intake according to the chronotype in sick Ecuadorian adults. This cross-sectional study consisted of 400 men and women aged between 18 and 63 years, who were hospitalized at the Enrique Garcés General Hospital in the city of Quito. Anthropometric measurements were taken using ISAK techniques. Calorie intake was measured by a 24-hour recall and food frequency, and the Horne and Osttberg questionnaire was applied to measure the chronotype of the subjects. Statistical analyses were performed in R and R studio software. The study subjects were classified into 4 groups depending on their chronotype: moderate morning, extreme morning, intermediate, and moderate evening. It was observed that moderate evening subjects had higher values of body weight, high waist circumference, high triceps skinfold, high percentage of fat mass, visceral fat, and caloric intake than the other groups (p < 0.05). Evening chronotype appears to be related to overweight and obesity and caloric intake.
Keywords: chronotype, overweight, anthropometry.
Resumen
Las características antropométricas en un sujeto son una buena indicación de su estado de peso corporal y diagnóstico de sobrepeso y obesidad. O y O multifactoriales, por lo que en la actualidad surge la curiosidad de investigar nuevos factores de riesgo que predispongan al aumento de peso corporal, entre ellos el cronotipo. El objetivo de este estudio es evaluar las características antropométricas y el consumo calórico según el cronotipo en adultos ecuatorianos enfermos. En este estudio transversal. La muestra estuvo conformada por 400 hombres y mujeres entre 18 y 63 años de edad que se encontraban hospitalizados en el Hospital General Enrique Garcés de la ciudad de Quito. Las medidas antropométricas se tomaron mediante técnicas ISAK. La ingesta de calorías se midió mediante un recordatorio de 24 horas y la frecuencia de los alimentos. Y se aplicó el cuestionario de Horne y Osttberg para medir el cronotipo de los sujetos. Los análisis estadísticos se realizaron en el software R y R studio. Los sujetos de estudio se clasificaron en 4 grupos según su cronotipo: Moderado matutino, extremo matutino, intermedio y moderado vespertino. Se observó que los sujetos vespertinos moderados tenían valores más altos de peso corporal, circunferencia de cintura alta, pliegue cutáneo tricipital alto, porcentaje alto de masa grasa, grasa visceral e ingesta calórica que los demás grupos (p<0,05). El cronotipo vespertino parece estar relacionado con el sobrepeso y la obesidad y la ingesta calórica.
Palabras Clave: cronotipo, sobrepeso, antropometría.
Comparative Analysis of Super-Resolution Algorithms for Image Compression
Authors: Buchko Olena , Nhuien San Byn
Published: April 2024

Image compression is essential in today’s digital age when sharing and storing high-quality images is becoming increasingly important. With the growing demand for visually appealing content, there is also a growing need for efficient image compression methods that help to store images without losing visual details.The main disadvantage of traditional compression methods is that they often degrade image quality, lead to artefacts, and cause loss of texture and colour. This problem can be significant in areas where high image quality is crucial, such as medical imaging, satellite imagery, and professional photography.This paper studies the types of super-resolution algorithms and their role in improving the image compression process. The basic principles of these methods, their application in image compression, and the current state of research in this area are analyzed. The goal was to show the potential of super-resolution algorithms in the context of information compression, images and videos, and to give impetus to further research in this area.The proposed approach to image compression based on super-resolution methods can improve the visual quality of image reproduction and provide more efficient compression results than traditional compression methods. The paper uses quantitative and qualitative indicators to present an experimental evaluation of the proposed algorithm based on FSRCNN, EDSR, and Real-ESRGAN super-resolution networks.The experimental results confirm the high efficiency of the proposed approach. The use of FSRCNN, EDSR, and Real-ESRGAN allows us to improve the reproduction of images with high accuracy and detail.This article generally reveals the importance of super-resolution methods in image compression and provides a basis for further research. Using these methods can bring significant benefits in various fields where image quality is crucial.
On an Approach to Forming Two-Level Model “State-Probability of Action” on the Base of Pairwise Comparisons on the and Analytic Hierarchy Process
Authors: Oletsky Oleksii , Franchuk Ivan , Humynskyi Viktor
Published: April 2024

An approach to modeling non-deterministic and probabilistic decision making on the base of the model “state-probability of choice” is being developed in the paper. A way to forming a specific type of such a model on the base of pairwise comparisons and the Analytic Hierarchy Process is suggested.The regarded case is that an agent is to choose one of two available alternatives, but this choice depends on different criteria. Some systems of states connected to the hierarchy are suggested. The first-level system is the basis one, states of which correspond to probabilities of choosing the two options. Each second-level system corresponds to a separate criterion which may affect the final choice.For forming systems of states, applying pairwise comparisons is suggested. Each state corresponds to a certain grade of preference between alternatives – either in general or by separate criterion; transitive scales for quantifying preference values are used. Within the framework of the model “state-probability of action” that actually corresponds to the following rule of making decisions: “if an alternative has the preference over some other alternative with respect to a separate criteria then it has an overall preference over that alternative”.Decisions made by separate criteria probably shall contradict to each other. The suggested way to getting a combined decision is based on pairwise comparisons among the criteria like the approach common to the two-level Analytic Hierarchy Process. Weighting coefficients reflecting degrees of importance for each criterion are being found as the Perronian, i.e. the normalized eigenvectors of the pairwise comparison matrix though there are some other approaches.An illustrative example involving two alternatives and three criteria is provided. This example illustrates both a situation of equilibrium between alternatives and breaking it by means of changing the matrix of pairwise comparisons among criteria.Some ways of developing the suggested approach as well as some arising problems are discussed. This includes but is not limited to possible using of fuzzy estimations, non-linear transformations of grading scales, different way of treating different types of inconsistencies in PCMs etc.
Usage of Neuro-Computer Interfaces for Collecting and Storing Information About Web Resource Users
Authors: Hlybovets Andrii , Khmel Svitlana , Pyechkurova Olena
Published: April 2024

Brain-computer interface (BCI) is a link between the electrical activity of the brain and a computer or other external devices. Signals obtained from the brain can be electrophysiological, magnetic, or metabolic. Conversion of these signals into commands allows for controlling devices and interacting with other software interfaces.The aim of this paper is to describe the development of a prototype that demonstrates the capabilities of using neuro-computer interfaces for collecting and storing information about web resource users. By utilizing the developed prototype, the interaction between users and web resources can be enhanced, allowing for browser control through mental commands and impulses transmitted by a BCI device. The gathered information during the use of web resources with the help of a BCI device will aid in better understanding user behavior and needs, improving the interaction with web resources, and ensuring user safety.To collect user data, a Chrome extension was developed using JavaScript. Bootstrap is used for styling the extension, although the choice of library is not essential. The graphical visualization of indicators is implemented using Apexcharts, but this is also not a mandatory solution. Webpack is used for building the extension, following the principles of Chrome Manifest v3.The extension interacts with the headset through the Cortex API. A graphical user interface was created to display the obtained data, as well as interfaces for user registration and login. Data from the headset is obtained through Websockets. An API was developed using minimal .NET API to store the collected data. CRUD is used for data exchange, and JWT is employed for authentication.The developed prototype allows users to control Chrome pages using mental commands and collect data about the user experience of web resources, supplemented by data about the user’s emotional and mental state.
LINGUISTICS AS MEANING-CREATING DOMINANTS OF THE NOVEL “TROJAN POTION” BY DARA KORNIY
Authors: Diukar Kateryna , Ponomarenko Olesia , Ponomarenko Oksana
Published: April 2024

This research work investigates linguoculturemes as semantic dominants of the fantasy novel «Trojan Potion» by well-known Ukrainian writer Dara Korniy. We have made an attempt to classify units according to the semantic and thematic principle into eight groups: Slavic mythology, dishes and drinks, ritual and magical nomens, elements of clothing and footwear, names of persons, household items, flora and fauna, calendar and ceremonial holidays and traditions. The lexical and functional features of linguocultureme in the novel have been analyzed. We have come to the conclusion that the leading function of linguo-cultural units is the creation of the plot canvas of the «Trojan Potion», as well as modeling the atmosphere of amazing zakarpathian nature and everyday life of the characters in the novel, creating the effect of mysticism, actualizing other linguo-cultures through transformation, mostly with the preservation of the main meaning and introduction to a broad national and cultural context. The author’s transformations, based mainly on metaphorical transference, have been studied, and their reasons have been established. An analysis of the relation of the novel with folklore sources and folk ideas about the phenomena of reality through the interpretation of the meaning of linguocultural decoders has been carried out. The interdependencies between linguoculturemes of different groups have been revealed. It has been established that heterogeneous and frequency linguocultural fullness of the work turns the novel into a text-linguoculturalism. The quantitative manifestation of units in the work has been calculated, on the basis of which units are distributed according to the importance in the work and the frequency of use. The dominance of the feminine principle in the work has been recorded both on the plot-compositional and linguo-cultural levels through the use of units ‒ elements of clothing and footwear, food and drinks. An attempt has been made to partially structure linguoculturemes into linguocultural realities (lexemes that denote non-equivalent phenomena of the Ukrainian cultural space), syngnificative linguoculturemes (units that are present in other cultures, but differ in meaning) and linguoculturemes (folk nomens (lexemes used by Ukrainians in oral speech). The importance of loci in the «Trojan Potion», in particular the Zakarpathian Area, which is less affected by urban and globalization trends, has been also indicated in our research work. We have clarified that the main characters find answers to all their questions and solve everyday life problems. The connections of characters with historical discourse have been noticed through retrospectives and the heroes of the work and heroes from retrospective inserts have been compared.
VERBALIZATION OF TASTE AND SMELL IN THE DICTIONARY DEFINITIONS AND IN THE MINDS OF USERS OF DIFFERENT LINGUISTIC CULTURES
Authors: Yodlovska Alina
Published: April 2024

The results of perception contain information about the ontology of being, obtained by a person with the help of cognitive mechanisms of consciousness. Perceptual vocabulary plays an important role in forming the linguistic picture of the world.When a perceptual feature is represented in a lexical sense, lexicographers face great difficulties, because there is a problem of verbalizing the information that is transmitted to people through the senses. This problem is solved by appealing to the experience of the native speaker.The article presents the results of an experiment conducted with native speakers of the Polish language at a university in the city of Poznan, as well as a comparison of experiments with native speakers of the Ukrainian language (based on the dictionary materials). With the help of a free associative experiment, I wanted to find out whether the perception of taste and smell is presented in the minds of native speakers when coffee and orange are mentioned and whether they are represented in the dictionary definitions.The results of the experiment showed that Polish speakers most often call the reaction fruit to the stimulus orange, while Ukrainian speakers call color and juice. For speakers of the Polish language, coffee is associated with milk, for those who speak Ukrainian – with tea. The analysis of the definitions selected from the dictionaries of the Ukrainian and Polish languages showed that the perception of taste and smell is not always reflected in the dictionary definitions, at the same time, it is difficult to find consistency in the definitions in the dictionaries.For example, the taste of orange is represented in the answers of respondents of two languages, but not represented in the dictionary definitions of the Ukrainian language. The smell of an orange is not represented in the responses of Ukrainian speakers, we find only responses in experiments with Polish speakers and vice versa, dictionary definitions show the perception of the smell.
ADVERTISING AS A FORM OF MASS COMMUNICATION
Authors: Semenenko Oleksandra
Published: April 2024

The article examines the role of advertising as an important form of mass communication in modern society. Various aspects of advertising were explored, including its impact on consumers, the role of media in development, and innovative technologies in the advertising industry. Key trends in the advertising industry and the influence of social networks and online platforms on its development are noted. The article offers a discussion about the relevance of advertising in today’s information society and its important role in mass communication, considering new technologies and ethical and regulatory challenges. This article delves into the multifaceted realm of advertisment, dissecting its essence as a powerful form of communication that extends beyond the mere promotion of products or services. Acknowledging advertising as a dynamic discourse, we explore how it shapes and reflects societal values, consumer behaviors, and cultural landscapes. This article examines the symbiotic relationship between advertisers and consumers, highlighting the intricate ways in which messages are crafted, disseminated, and interpreted in an ever-evolving media landscape. By presenting a comprehensive analysis of advertising as a communicative phenomenon, this article aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of its influence on culture, society, and individual behavior. As we navigate the intricate web of messages embedded in advertisements, we gain insights into the subtle ways in which advertising both reflects and shapes the collective consciousness, inviting a broader conversation on the intersection of commerce, communication, and culture. A crucial facet of our analysis is the transformative role of technology in reshaping advertising paradigms. We explore the evolution from traditional media to the digital landscape, examining the implications of data-driven personalized advertising and the shift towards interactive, user-generated content. The article navigates the intricate dynamics of consumer engagement in an age where connectivity and interactivity redefine the boundaries of communication. Ultimately, this comprehensive exploration of advertising as communication aims to foster a deeper appreciation for its far-reaching influence. By unpacking the layers of meaning embedded in advertisements, we invite readers to contemplate the broader implications for culture, societal values, and the evolving relationship between brands and consumers. Through this lens, the article seeks to contribute to a richer understanding of the intricate interplay between commerce, communication, and culture in the contemporary landscape. Drawing on a synthesis of communication theories, cognitive psychology, and marketing strategies, this paper dissects the linguistic, visual, and narrative elements employed in advertising to convey messages and illuminates how advertisement demonstrates the art of persuasion and the strategic deployment of emotions, storytelling, and symbolism in constructing compelling narratives.
MENTAL PORTRAIT OF THE ENGLISH VERB IN THE ANTHROPOCENTRIC PARADIGM OF COGNITION
Authors: Dilai Iryna
Published: April 2024

The study of the mental portrait of an English verb from the standpoint of the anthropocentric paradigm of cognition is aimed at revealing the cognitive mechanisms of its parameterisation and characterisation. The relevance of the research problem lies in the methodological approach to the object of analysis – the English verb – localised in the corpus and actualised in the English language discourse through a system of cognitive operations in order to understand its structure and functions.
CONSTITUTIONAL COMPLAINT IN THE SYSTEM OF HUMAN RIGHTS MECHANISM IN UKRAINE: SEARCH FOR AN OPTIMAL MODEL
Authors: Stefanchuk M. M. , Lupiichuk D. V.
Published: April 2024

The article highlights the legal regulation and doctrinal views on current trends in the search for an optimal model of a constitutional complaint in the system of the human rights mechanism of the Ukrainian State. It is stated that one of the main current challenges that necessitate further reform of the constitutional justice system is the international obligations assumed by Ukraine to further improve the organization and functioning of the institutions of this system as a prerequisite for its European integration.
The purpose of the article is to establish the current prerequisites determining the choice of the optimal model of constitutional complaint in Ukraine, and to present the author’s vision of further development of this institution.
It is stated that among the existing models of the legal institution of constitutional complaint (normative limited and full constitutional complaint), Ukraine currently has a limited normative model which provides for the possibility for a person to appeal only against the law which was applied in a court decision if the subject considers it unconstitutional. It is established that European expert institutions point out the need to introduce a full constitutional complaint in Ukraine, which would allow individuals to effectively protect their rights and freedoms at the national level with a reduction in the number of appeals to international judicial bodies. It is highlighted the risks of introducing the full constitutional complaint model, including: the risk of a potential significant increase in the workload of the Constitutional Court of Ukraine, which may lead to a slowdown in its work; the risk of turning the constitutional control body into another court instance.
It is proposed promising directions for the development of these issues, which are limited to improving the efficiency of the judicial system in terms of implementing the legislative provisions on non-application by a court of a law or other legal act if the court concludes that they contradict the Constitution of Ukraine, and applying in such cases the provisions of the Constitution as direct effect provisions rather than a subsidiary mechanism for correcting such application.
It is identified the areas for further research in the context of scientific and legislative elaboration of the full model of a constitutional complaint with a view to its implementation in the future.
Qualidade de vida dos residentes do programa de residência multiprofissional de um hospital de ensino
Authors: Lorena Lourraine Tavares , Cristina Nicolussi Adriana , Camargo Fernanda Carolina , Lemos Rejane Cussi Assunção , Souza Larissa  Silva , Rezende Marina Pereira
Published: April 2024

Objetivo: avaliar a qualidade de vida dos residentes multiprofissionais em hospital público de ensino. Método: estudo transversal, quantitativo, inferencial, teste t-student (p?0,05) para grupos independentes, com amostra não probabilística daqueles matriculados em 2023, em hospital do Triângulo Mineiro, Brasil. Aplicados instrumentos sobre perfil sociodemográfico e WHOQOL-BREF. Resultados: participaram 34 residentes, solteiros, com experiência profissional prévia, média de idade de 28,1 para residentes do primeiro ano, e de 28,4 para os do último ano. Não houve diferenças estatísticas na percepção da qualidade de vida. Menores escores foram para domínios psicológico (média R1:14,5; R2:14,4); das relações pessoais entre os residentes do primeiro ano (média: 14,3) e, autoavaliação da qualidade de vida (média:14,4) e meio ambiente (média:14,5) entre os residentes do último ano. Conclusão: a pesquisa poderá contribuir para a reflexão e alerta aos gestores sobre a temática, na perspectiva de se buscar estratégias visando preservar a qualidade de vida dos residentes no aspecto físico e psicossocial.
Oficina educativa a estudantes de enfermagem para o ensino sobre vacinas
Authors: Lavor Simony de Freitas , Silva Maurício Lima da , Martins Álissan Karine Lima , Brito Júnior Francisco Elizaudo de , Silva Ana Karoline Alves da , Oliveira Célida Juliana de
Published: April 2024

Objetivo: relatar a experiência acerca de uma oficina educativa sobre vacinas com estudantes de enfermagem da disciplina de Estágio Supervisionado na Atenção Primária à Saúde. Método: estudo descritivo, do tipo relato de experiência, acerca de uma oficina educativa, realizada com discentes de Enfermagem na Atenção Primária à Saúde, no mês de junho de 2023. Foram abordados aspectos desde a rede de frios, organização da sala de vacinas e geladeira, até as técnicas de administração das vacinas, com o intuito de conhecer as fragilidades e potencialidades a respeito da temática. Utilizou-se um instrumento composto por cinco questões objetivas, que foi aplicado antes e depois da oficina educativa. As questões eram referentes ao conhecimento e aplicação das vacinas. Resultados: participaram 12 acadêmicos de Enfermagem e uma técnica de enfermagem. A oficina educativa trouxe benefícios tanto para os participantes, como para os tutores responsáveis, pois permitiu conhecer as dificuldades enfrentadas pelos estudantes de enfermagem e a partir disso, os tutores puderam intervir e contribuir no processo formativo e qualificação profissional. Conclusão: a realização de oficinas é relevante no processo formativo de estudantes de enfermagem, visto que contribui no aprimoramento de conhecimentos que implicam no seu processo de formação.
Legal Protection of Children in Armed Conflicts
Authors: Marius Mensah Cocou Marius
Published: April 2024

This chapter highlights the mechanisms and means used by international law to protect children in armed conflict situations. Children frequently find themselves as participants in both national and international conflicts and face the dual challenges of victimisation or coercion into taking up arms for the sake of war efforts. International law responds to these challenges by offering legal instruments, notably conventions and protocols, explicitly designed to address the unique vulnerabilities of children living in conflict zones. The author analyses the comprehensive international legal framework engaged in the battle against the infringement of children's rights during times of war and the profound consequences arising from such violations. By highlighting the important role of child protection within the international legal arsenal, this chapter substantially contributes to the ongoing discourse surrounding the fortification of mechanisms designed to safeguard children’s rights in the complexities of armed conflict.
Best Child Care Arrangements After Separation of Parents
Authors: Kukovec Urška
Published: April 2024

The child's right to contact is a strictly personal, non-inheritable, and non-transferable right that is tied to the child's closest family relationship. No one can be forced to carry out contact if they do not want to. Parents have the right and responsibility to maintain, educate, and raise their children. This right may be taken away or limited from the parents only for reasons established by law to protect the child's interests. The performance of parental duties must therefore be in the child´s best interests. Where it is not in the best interests of a child to maintain unsupervised contact with one of their parents the child does not live with, the possibility of supervised personal contact or other forms of contact with this parent shall be considered. Joint parenting is possible only in cases where both parents are unencumbered by their past parental relationship and are able to agree.
Why Millets?
Authors:   Central University of Rajasthan, India, Yadav Jay Kant
Published: April 2024

A large segment of the population, particularly in developing countries, is experiencing food insecurity and malnutrition. Recent COVID-19 pandemics, economic slowdown, climate change and population growth have severely obstructed the human food system in different ways. Realizing the gravity of the global crisis, the United Nations, in one of the Sustainable Development Goals, has set a global target to end hunger by 2030. Undoubtedly, maximizing the production of existing agricultural produce appears to be one of the straightway solutions to the problem. However, the overproduction of existing staple foods has various limitations. Therefore, this is a challenge for humanity to transform the food system to provide an adaptable, affordable, healthy, and nutritious diet to the needy, irrespective of socioeconomic status.