bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Review of Risk Factors in Breast Cancer Incidence: The Main Role of the Age at First Pregnancy
Authors: Hasnani Fenti , Nuraeni Ani , Hayani Nora , Khaira Nuswatul
Published: April 2024

Introduction: According to Indonesia's Global Burden Cancer (GLOBOCAN) in 2020, breast cancer accounted for the highest incidence among cancer cases, contributing to 16.6% of the total cases and causing 9.6% of deaths. In 2021, South Jakarta recorded the highest incidence of breast cancer within DKI Jakarta, with 172 cases out of 299. Objective: This study aims to identify the dominant factors influencing the occurrence of breast cancer. Methods: Employing explanatory research, the study involved 112 respondents selected through accidental sampling. Logistic regression analysis was employed for multivariate analysis. Results: The findings revealed three variables with significance levels (Sig.) less than 0.05: age at first menstruation (Sig.=0.005), age at first pregnancy (Sig.<0.001), and smoking history (Sig.=0.018). Exp (B) results indicated that the age of first pregnancy has the greatest impact, with a likelihood 8.6 times higher. Conclusion: Consequently, the study concludes that the age of the woman during the first pregnancy emerges as the most dominant factor influencing breast cancer, pointing to the critical period of estrogen exposure. This study underscores the importance of understanding and addressing these factors in breast cancer prevention and intervention strategies, providing valuable insights for public health initiatives.
The Effect of Giving Moringa Juice on Breast Milk Nutrition among Postpartum Mothers
Authors: Musrif Fitriyanti , Rohmawati Wahidah
Published: April 2024

Introduction: Based on data from the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) in 2021, the percentage of babies aged 0-5 months who are exclusively breastfed in the world is 48%. Babies really need exclusive breast milk because it is rich in nutrients, including breast milk containing macro and micronutrients as well as vitamins and minerals. Objective: To determine the effect of giving Moringa juice on breast milk nutrition for postpartum mothers. Method: This type of research is quantitative with a pre-experimental method with a one-group pretest-posttest design. The research was conducted in the Lawa Community Health Center Work Area for 7 days in September 2023. The sample population was 30 people. The sample used in this study was 10 postpartum mothers who breastfed their babies. The sampling technique is purposive sampling. Data analysis used the Wilcoxon test. Results The results showed that before being given Moringa juice, the protein content of breast milk was 8.77 ppm, and after being given Moringa juice, the protein content of breast milk was 18.54 ppm with a p-value of 0.005.  Conclusion: Giving Moringa juice affects the nutritional levels of postpartum mothers.
Two Discrete-time Age-based Replacement Problems with/without Discounting
Authors: Wu Jing , Qian Cunhua , Dohi Tadashi
Published: April 2024

This paper considers two classical age-based replacement models within a discrete-time framework: a standard age replacement model and an opportunistic age replacement model. Specifically, our analysis incorporates the concept of replacement priority in situations where failure replacement and preventive replacement occur at a given age or opportunity. We explore two priority cases within each replacement model. First, we formulate optimal preventive replacement policies aimed at minimizing the associated expected cost rate in the age replacement model and the opportunistic age replacement model by the familiar renewal reward argument. Next, we extend the findings presented earlier to scenarios involving discounting. We develop formulations for the expected total discounted costs over an infinite time horizon and obtain optimal preventive replacement policies minimizing these total expected costs. Additionally, we explore unified models incorporating probabilistic priority. To provide practical insights, we present numerical illustrations using real failure data from pole air switches, comparing the performance of these optimal preventive policies.
A Lot Sizing Model for a Deteriorating Product with Shifting Production Rates, Freshness, Price, and Stock-Dependent Demand with Price Discounting
Authors: Tshinangi Kapya , Adetunji Olufemi , Yadavalli Sarma
Published: April 2024

Many production systems need to be able to change the rate at which they manufacture products for various reasons, hence, the need to find the optimal lot size under these multiple levels of production. This research addresses the need for optimizing inventory in a system with a shifting production rate and other challenging product characteristics such as product deterioration with limited life span, and product demand that is dependent on the stock level, the state of freshness of the product, and the selling price. The product also needs to be discounted as it gets close to the expiry date in order to boost demand and prevent wastage beyond its life span. Our objective is to maximize profit by determining the optimal selling price and inventory cycle time by deriving the relevant equations for these decision variables. The Newton-Raphson method was used to numerically solve for the optimal values of these variables. Sensitivity analyses were performed to derive useful insights for managerial decision-making.
Study of Code Smells: A Review and Research Agenda
Authors: Tandon Stuti , Kumar Vijay , Singh V. B.
Published: April 2024

Code Smells have been detected, predicted and studied by researchers from several perspectives. This literature review is conducted to understand tools and algorithms used to detect and analyze code smells to summarize research agenda. 114 studies have been selected from 2009 to 2022 to conduct this review. The studies are deeply analyzed under the categorization of machine learning and non-machine learning, which are found to be 25 and 89 respectively. The studies are analyzed to gain insight into algorithms, tools and limitations of the techniques. Long Method, Feature Envy, and Duplicate Code are reported to be the most popular smells. 38% of the studies focused their research on the enhancement of tools and methods. Random Forest and JRip algorithms are found to give the best results under machine learning techniques. We extended the previous studies on code smell detection tools, reporting a total 87 tools during the review. Java is found to be the dominant programming language during the study of smells.
Importance-based Resilience Assessment and Optimization of Unmanned Ship Swarm System
Authors: Dui Hongyan , Zhang Kailong , Xia Wanyun
Published: April 2024

Based on the unmanned ship swarm system, a resilience model for unmanned ship swarms is proposed by comprehensively considering the preventive indicators, robustness indicators, recoverability indicators, and reconfigurability indicators of the swarm system. Firstly, preventive and robust indicators are proposed based on the characteristics of the unmanned ship swarm system, and the improvement of system performance efficiency by redundant unmanned ships is established as a recoverability indicator. Then, reconfigurable indicators are proposed based on importance, and the resilience indicator of the unmanned ship swarm is determined. Finally, a numerical example is used to model and simulate the performance change and capricious process of the unmanned ship swarm. Most of the research on the resilience assessment model of unmanned ship swarms considered too single indicators. The model of the unmanned ship swarm under attack is constructed, and the superiority of the resilience optimization strategy proposed in this paper is verified.
Reliability Equivalence Factors for Coherent System using Survival Signature
Authors: . Deepak , Chopra Garima , . Deeksha
Published: April 2024

This study presents a methodology aimed at enhancing the performance of coherent systems through the application of survival signature analysis, focusing on the calculation of reliability equivalence factors (REFs). In the context of system improvement, the selection of reliability improvement strategies, such as reduction and duplication, depends on various factors like space limitations, costs, and other constraints. The importance of REF lies in their ability to quantify the extent of reliability improvement, providing a clear metric for decision-makers to assess the cost-effectiveness of various enhancement strategies. The analysis focuses on two distinct types of REFs, namely, mean reliability equivalence factors (MREFs) and survival reliability equivalence factors (SREFs), targeted at reliability enhancement via strategies including component failure rate reduction and the implementation of warm standby duplication. Both perfect and imperfect switching scenarios in warm duplication are examined, with survival signature analysis applied to determine the system's survival function and mean time to failure (MTTF). The methodology's effectiveness is illustrated through a case study of a six-unit bridge system, where the components are modeled using exponential and Weibull distributions. REFs are evaluated for sequential upgrades in either individual components or entire component types. The study also conducts a comparative analysis between the reliability and MTTF of the original and improved systems across different improvement techniques.
Mathematical modelling of non-pharmaceutical interventions to control infectious diseases: application to COVID-19 in Kenya
Authors: Ogana Wandera , Juma Victor Ogesa , Bulimo Wallace D.
Published: April 2024

Introduction

The first case of COVID-19 in Kenya was reported on March 13, 2020, prompting the collection of baseline data during the initial spread of the disease. Subsequently, the Kenyan government implemented non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) on April 9, 2020, to mitigate disease transmission over a two-month period. These measures were later gradually relaxed starting from June 9, 2020.

Methods

We applied a deterministic mathematical model to simulate the dynamics of COVID-19 transmission in Kenya. Using baseline data, we estimated transmission and recovery rates and proposed a mathematical model of how NPIs affect disease transmission rates. The model extends to interventions that yield an increase in disease transmission, unlike previous models that were limited to a decrease in transmission. We computed the mitigation and relaxation fractions and hence deduced the impact of the interventions.

Results

The mitigation measures imposed from April 9, 2020, reduced the disease transmission by 43.7% from the baseline level, while the relaxation from June 9, 2020, increased the transmission by 32% over the mitigation level. Without intervention, the model predicts that infections would have peaked at 30% by late May 2020. However, due to the combined effect of mitigation and relaxation, the epidemic peaked at 13% infection in mid-July 2020.

Discussion

The model’s projections closely align with observed data, providing valuable insights for planning. Ongoing research aims to refine the model to capture sub-waves and spikes, as well as simulate multiple waves of infection. These efforts will enhance our understanding of COVID-19 dynamics and inform effective public health strategies. The estimated basic reproduction number R0=2.76, consistent with previous findings, underscores the validity of our model and its relevance in predicting disease transmission dynamics.
Analysis of business processes of hotels (on the example of the mini-hotel Barin Residence Grand)
Authors:   Patrice Lumumba Russian People’s Friendship University, Moscow, Shibanova A. N. , Kalygina E. V. ,   Patrice Lumumba Russian People’s Friendship University, Moscow
Published: April 2024

The article discusses business processes, their main elements, classification, features of the development and optimization of business processes. The issues of defining business processes for hotels are considered separately.
Prospects for the development of individual tourism in Normandy
Authors:   Higher School of Economics of the People’s Friendship University of Russia, Moscow, Badreddin R. , Bogomolovа E. S. ,   Higher School of Economics of the People’s Friendship University of Russia, Moscow
Published: April 2024

In this article, on the basis of statistical data and through the use of applied research methods, the main characteristics of Normandy as an attractive tourist region in the North-West of France were presented and analyzed. The article also presented some provisions of the strategic program for the development of individual tourism in Normandy, its goals and measures to achieve these goals. General conclusions are given on the current state of affairs in Normandy in the field of tourism.
Problems of international tourism development in the post-pandemic period
Authors:   Kuban State University, Moscow, Nikulina O. V. , Delova K. V. ,   Kuban State University, Moscow
Published: April 2024

The article reveals the main problems of the development of international tourism in the post-pandemic period. Country experiences analysed, those most affected by the coronavirus pandemic. The main problems were studied, which had to face travel agencies during the period of quarantine restrictions. The conclusion was drawn on the need for further development of international tourism, taking into account the existing practice of overcoming crisis phenomena on the basis of ensuring safety and minimizing risks in order to increase the tourist flow
Review and comparison of Russian learning management systems (LMS)
Authors:   Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia, Moscow, Gurov A. S.
Published: April 2024

The article is an overview of Russian learning management systems (LMS) — an important segment in the field of education and corporate training. In the context of rapidly developing technologies and the increasing need for distance learning, Russian LMS systems are becoming increasingly important as a tool for organizing an effective and flexible educational process
State of e-trade market development in the world and in Russia
Authors:   Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia, Moscow, Novikov N. A.
Published: April 2024

The article provides an overview of the current state of development of the global e-commerce market, as well as an analysis of the Russian online sales market. Statistical data on the dynamics of international and Russian online sales are presented. The factors contributing to the development of the global e-commerce market, as well as factors slowing down the growth rate of this market in our country, are listed. The most popular marketplaces in Russia are listed and quantitative estimates of transactions made on them are indicated. In addition, further prospects for the development of the Russian e-commerce market are highlighted.
Problems of safe operation of saw chain sets of forest machines
Authors:   Branch of the Military Educational and Scientific Center of the Air Force «Air Force Academy named after Professor N. E. Zhukovsky and Yu. A. Gagarin» in Syzran, Shvetsov A. S. , Seryakov S. A. ,   Northern (Arctic) Federal University named after M. V. Lomonosov, Kurochkin P. A. ,   Scientific Research and Design Institute for Gas Processing (JSC NIPIGAZ, Kunitskaya O. A. ,   Arctic State Agrotechnological University, Department of Technology and Equipment of the forest complex
Published: April 2024

Most of the volumes of timber harvesting in Russia and in developed foreign countries are produced by machine, using sorting technology. At the same time, in most cases, either harvesters (producing sorting in apiaries) or felling-packing machines and processors (producing sorting in the upper warehouse) are used to perform processing operations. The vast majority of these machines are equipped with saw chain headsets, the correctness of maintenance and operation of which directly affects not only the effectiveness of basic logging operations, but also the safety of their performance. The article discusses the basic rules of safe operation and proper maintenance of saw sets of forest machines.
Safety of transshipment operations with round timber when using rope slings
Authors:   St. Petersburg state Forest engineering University named after S. M. Kirov, Grigorev G. V. , Dmitrieva I. N. ,   St. Petersburg state Forest engineering University named after S. M. Kirov, Akishina K. S. ,   St. Petersburg state Forest engineering University named after S. M. Kirov, Kurochkin P. A. ,   Research and Design Institute for Gas Processing (JSC «NIPIGAZ»), Kunitskaya O. A. ,   Arctic state agrotechnological University
Published: April 2024

The article contains material on the structures and features of rope slings and their use in the process of transshipment operations with round timber. Reliable and easy-to-use schemes for building timber cargoes are shown and safety requirements for work with rope slings are studied.
Assessment of defects of an intermunicipal highway with the movement of logging vehicles along it
Authors:   Siberian Federal University, Radygin A. G. , Mohirev A. P. ,   Siberian Federal University
Published: April 2024

This article presents the results of a survey of one of the intermunicipal roads in order to develop a project and technology for its repair. In addition to passenger cars, the road is actively operated by logging trucks. This entails increased wear and the appearance of defects. At the same time, traffic safety on the defective road is significantly reduced. The purpose of the work is to survey the road section to select the structure, composition of work, mechanisms and materials that, providing sufficient strength and not high cost.
Mechanized forestry, machines and mechanisms used for logging and reforestation
Authors:   Department of Technology and Equipment of the Forest Complex, Arctic State Agrotechnological University, Yakutsk, Nikiforov O. A. , Kunitskaya O. A. ,   Department of Technology and Equipment of the Forest Complex, Arctic State Agrotechnological University, Yakutsk
Published: April 2024

Forests are an important component of the ecosystem, playing a key role in maintaining biodiversity and climate resilience. However, due to the growing demand for timber and other forest resources, humanity is faced with the need for effective forest management. Mechanized forestry is a promising approach to improving the sustainable management of forest resources. This article discusses some of the machines associated with the mechanization of reforestation and the historical background of the mechanization of forestry.
Development of a model for controlling chemical oxygen consumption in pulp production
Authors:   Department of Mathematical Methods in Management, St. Petersburg State Forestry Engineering University named after S. M. Kirov, Shifrin B. M.
Published: April 2024

An approach to the development of a model for controlling chemical oxygen consumption in pulp production based on fuzzy logic is proposed. Since it is not satisfactory to formalize the pulp cooking process strictly mathematically due to the presence of a large number of random factors causing dynamic disturbances of the continuous process, a class of models has been selected that are intuitive to humans and the use of which is not difficult to teach.
Socio-cultural aspects of the birth of the Paralympic movement
Authors:   Orel State University named after I.S. Turgenev, Nozdrunov A. V. , Nozdrunov Yu. V. ,   FGBU «CSP», Moscow, Russia, Nozdrunov V. V. ,   Orel State University named after I.S. Turgenev
Published: April 2024

The Paralympic movement has deep historical roots, however, until the 20th century it is exclusively applied in nature, aimed at the rehabilitation of certain diseases. The transformation of the axiology of the Paralympic movement takes place in parallel with a similar process concerning sport as such. This trend is determined by the new socio-cultural realities that are developing in Europe in the mid-19th century. According to the authors, the emergence of Paralympic sports become a natural continuation of these trends.
Organization of the lord's court in Renaissance Italy
Authors:   Orel state University named after I. S. Turgenev, Kovaleva M. V.
Published: April 2024

The article describes the process of the emergence and development of the courts of the Italian sovereigns of the Renaissance. The author examines the structure of the courts of secular and spiritual lords. A detailed hierarchy of court positions, duties of courtiers, and their sources of income are provided. An external and internal description of the sovereign's residence is given.
The concept of Chiefdoms: application and development outcomes
Authors:   Don Herit-age Research Institute, Faifert A. V.
Published: April 2024

The article provides a critical overview of the concept of chiefdoms, created in the 1960s and actively used to this day. The problems of the content of this concept are described and the preceding and competing concepts characterizing the same social structures are indicated. It is proved that chiefdom does not fit the concept of a concept and is a theory. The main postulate of this theory is the definition of the tribe given by E. Service, without which its very existence is impossible. Examples of possible use of the theory and the problems arising in this case are given. A similar theory has been created as a visual illustration of the approach. The correspondence of the structure of the Roman tribe to Christmas is substantiated, which naturally raises the question of the correctness of the definition of the tribe, which is the basis of the theory. The conclusion is made about the inconsistency of chiefdoms with the criteria of a fruitful scientific theory, an alternative is proposed in the form of a phratry model of the device of primitive tribes.
Task as an object of research
Authors: Sidel’nikov Y.V.
Published: April 2024

The article considers the task as an object of research. A list of suggestive questions (tasks) has been developed that will better comprehend the goal and will advance in their solution. These tasks are either solved or explained. A detailed review of interpretations of the concept of “task” is proposed and their shortcomings are noted. Conclusions are drawn from all the reviews considered, articles and sites. The division of all narrative tasks into groups was proposed. It is shown that one of these three groups, including research text tasks, considered as systems, usually includes three structural elements. Five postulates and a hypothesis are proposed about the possibility of effective division into subgroups of only research tasks. Two more structural elements were identified, one of them for tasks presented in the form of a question, and the other, for forecast tasks. Future research areas are proposed.
Consumerism and prosumerism: ideologies and practices of consumption
Authors:   Omsk State Transport University, Plastun V. Yu.
Published: April 2024

The focus of the paper is to understand the phenomena of consumerism and prosumerism in the socio-cultural and philosophical domains. The paper deals with the etymology, definitions, some essential characteristics and types of consumerism and prosumerism. The scientific novelty that the author proposes here is the typology of prosumer practices. The analysis of consumerism and prosumerism is carried out by studying consumer practices (conspicuous consumption, hedonic consumption) and prosumer practices (DIY, digital prosumption). The author comes to the conclusion that prosumerism is the current consumption ideology and it plays a key role in sustaining the national economy and culture as well as helps to form a creative personal identity. It is also indicated that the Russian, post-Soviet consumption ideology is of a prosumerist nature.
ФОРМИ ЗАБЕЗПЕЧЕННЯ СОЦІАЛЬНОЇ БЕЗПЕКИ СУЧАСНОЇ УКРАЇНИ
Authors: Бєлоусов В. Д.
Published: April 2024

Стаття присвячена з'ясуванню актуального змісту форм забезпечення соціальної безпеки держави у відповідності до сучасної доктрини соціальної безпеки України. Встановлено, що форми забезпечення соціальної безпеки в сучасній Україні – це правові конструкції, які враховують як існуючі, так і потенційні соціальні ризики та виклики, а також потреби в соціальній сфері населення в цілому та окремих верств суспільства, зокрема. Окрема увага в статті звертається на те, що форми забезпечення соціальної безпеки в сучасній Україні є системним утворенням, а отже відповідні форми підлягають класифікації, що сприятиме більш точному розумінню соціально-правового режиму забезпечення соціальної безпеки України. Автором з’ясовано, що наразі можна окреслити чотири основні підходи до класифікації цих форм.
СУЧАСНІ ПРОБЛЕМИ РЕАЛІЗАЦІЇ ПЕНСІЙНИМ ФОНДОМ УКРАЇНИ ПРИНЦИПУ ВЕРХОВЕНСТВА ПРАВА В УМОВАХ ВОЄННОГО СТАНУ
Authors: Дучимінська Л. М.
Published: April 2024

У статті з’ясовано особливості застосування принципу верховенства права органами Пенсійного Фонду України та встановлені проблемні питання його реалізації в умовах воєнного стану. Зокрема, виявлено, що останнім часом, всупереч вимог Конституції України та інших законів, вказаний державний орган все частіше у своїй діяльності керується положеннями відомчих нормативно-правових актів та тими законодавчими актами, які у правовій ієрархії є нижчими за своєю силою від правових джерел, включаючи Конституцію України, порушуючи таким чином закріплений у ній (ст. ) принцип верховенства права. У статті обґрунтована необхідність посилення та якісної видозміни норм чинного законодавства України, яке регулює порядок здійснення судового контролю, у тому числі з боку Конституційного Суду України. Звернута увага й на той факт, що за кордоном зміст зазначеного права тлумачиться у більш широкому змісті, як це визначено в ст. Конституції України, що важливо враховувати в умовах воєнного стану всім державним органам, особливо при формуванні та реалізації євроінтеграційних намірів нашої країни
СУТНІСТЬ ТА ОСОБЛИВОСТІ КАДРОВОГО ЗАБЕЗПЕЧЕННЯ ДЕРЖАВНОЇ МИТНОЇ СЛУЖБИ УКРАЇНИ
Authors: Музичук О. М. , Невядовський В. О. , Завальний М. В.
Published: April 2024

У статті наголошено на тому, що повномасштабне російське вторгнення призвело до перебудови та переосмислення концепції діяльності Державної митної служби України. Зазначено, що саме своєчасна та злагоджена перебудова кадрового забезпечення відіграла провідну роль в адаптації діяльності Державної митної служби України до нових викликів воєнного стану. Акцентовано увагу на тому, що особливості кадрового забезпечення Державної митної служби України є невіддільними від тих об’єктивно встановлених цифрових, науково-технічних, економічних умов, що визначають поточний стан діяльності та закладають перспективи розвитку вітчизняних органів публічної влади.
НАПРЯМИ ВНУТРІШНЬООРГАНІЗАЦІЙНОЇ ДІЯЛЬНОСТІ ПРАВООХОРОННИХ ОРГАНІВ ТА ОСОБЛИВОСТІ ЗАСТОСУВАННЯ ДИСКРЕЦІЙНИХ ПОВНОВАЖЕНЬ ПІД ЧАС ЇХ РЕАЛІЗАЦІЇ
Authors: Присяжнюк О. А.
Published: April 2024

У статті аналізуються основні напрями внутрішньоорганізаційної діяльності правоохоронних органів. Такими напрямками визначено організаційну діяльність щодо: кадрового забезпечення; інформаційноаналітична робота; планування роботи та прийняття управлінських рішень; діяльність щодо організації внутрішньовідомчого контролю; налагодження взаємодії між підрозділами; фінансове та матеріально-технічне забезпечення тощо. Наголошено, що, виходячи із юридичної сутності дискреційних повноважень у рамках внутрішньоорганізаційної діяльності правоохоронних органів, можливість їх застосовувати у більшості ситуацій належить керівникам структурних підрозділів різних рівнів, особливо під час здійсненні організації кадрової роботи.
Loitering Based Human Crime Detection in Video Surveillance using Beluga Whale Adam Dingo Optimizer and Deep Convolutional Neural Network
Authors: Waddenkery Nischita , Soma Shridevi
Published: April 2024

Video Surveillance (VS) systems play a crucial role in maintaining security in public spaces, commercial establishments and residential areas. Detecting and preventing human-related crimes within the footage captured by these systems is a challenging task. Traditionally, VS systems rely on basic motion detection, which often leads to false alarms and inefficient use of resources. Loitering, a behavior frequently associated with criminal activities, requires more nuanced detection to reduce false positives and improve response times. Accurate tracking of individuals, especially in crowded environments, is another challenge. The chief objective of this research is to address these challenges by introducing an innovative Loitering-based Human Crime Detection (LHCD) module in VS. This module combines enhanced euclidean based Deep Simple Online Real-time Tracking (DSORT) with the Segmentation Quality Assessment (SQA) algorithm to accurately assess human travel distances. Also, this research integrates the Beluga Whale Adam Dingo Optimizer (BWADO) and a Deep Convolutional Neural Network (DCNN) to boost the precision and efficiency of Human Crime Detection (HCD) within loitering areas. The introduced approach demonstrates the effectiveness of introduced module, which reduces false alarms and enhances response times in VS. Outcomes demonstrate that the introduced approach outperforms existing approaches in various performance measures like accuracy (99.76%), F1-score (99.89%), recall (98.59%), precision (98.9%) and processing time (1.78s) demonstrating its superior effectiveness and potential for advancements in the field
Pedestrian Target Recognition Algorithm in Public Places Based on Representation Learning and Similarity Learning
Authors: Li Xiaowen
Published: April 2024

To ensure public safety, the government has placed a lot of cameras in public places and used them to monitor key targets. In target detection, pedestrian target detection is undoubtedly a research hotspot. How to realize the high efficiency of pedestrian detection is the focus of this field. As a result, this research suggests an algorithm for pedestrian target detection in public spaces that is based on representation learning and similarity learning. The algorithm uses representation learning to extract pedestrian features and Singular Value Decomposition (SVD) to build a more trustworthy Feature Extraction Network (FEN). In addition, the improved Softmax function is used for similarity learning, and the K-Nearest Neighbor algorithm (KNN is applied for image retrieval to fgreatly increase the identification accuracy of pedestrians. The algorithm proposed in this study only needs two rounds of constraint training to achieve the best state. The mean absolute error and mean square error are 0.31 and 9.38, respectively. Its Relative Robustness (RR), Relative Generalization (RG) and Relative Scalability (RS) are excellent. In the final practical test, the model finally achieved 98.8% accuracy and 2.1% false positive rate. The proposed algorithm in this study has good application value in pedestrian target detection, and can better promote the development of social public safety
FPGA based Flexible Implementation of Light Weight Inference on Deep Convolutional Neural Networks
Authors: Dawwd Shefa
Published: April 2024

Standard Convolution (StdConv) is the main technique used in the state of the art Deep Convolutional Neural Networks (DCNNs). Fewer computations are achieved if Depthwise Separable Convolution technique (SepConv) is used as an alternative. A crucial issue in many applications like smart cameras and autonomous vehicles where low latency is essential stems from deploying a lightweight and low cost inference models. An acceptable accuracy should be kept with tolerable computations and memory access load. A flexible architecture for different DCNN convolution types and models is proposed. The flexibility comes from the sharing of one memory access unit with different types of layers regardless of the selected kernel size, by multiplying each weight vector by local operators with variant aperture. Moreover, one depthwise computation unit can be used for both standard and pointwise layers. The learnable parameters are quantized to 8-bits fixed point representation and that gives very limited reduction of accuracy and a considerable reduction of the Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) resources. To reduce processing time, inter layer parallel computations are performed. The experiment is conducted by using grey scale ORL database with shallow Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) and the colored Canadian Institute for Advanced Research 10 classes (CIFAR-10) database with DCNN, and a comparable accuracies of 93% and 85.7% are achieved respectively using very low cost of Spartan 3E and moderate cost of zynq FPGA platforms
Kaos Kozmos Döngüsü Bağlamında Türk Mitik Metinlerine Freudyen Bir Okuma
Authors: Çelik Gizem
Published: April 2024

Her daim bir yaratılışın ve bu yaratılanların akıbetini anlatan mitler, kaos kozmos döngüsü etrafında varlıklarını sürdürmektedir. Genel manada kaos düzensizliği, yaratılmamışlığı ifade ederken kozmos düzeni ve yaratılışı ifade eder. Bahsi geçen kaos ve kozmos döngüsü birtakım motifleri de beraberinde getirmektedir. Bu motifler mitin işleyişi içinde önemli bir yere sahiptir. Nitekim bahsi geçen motifler hem kültürel olarak kutsallık atfedilen hem de psikolojik olarak insan bilinçdışının sırlarını ortaya koyan anahtarlardır. Bu bağlamda çalışmada Bahaeddin Ögel’in Türk Mitolojisi I-II ve Saim Sakaoğlu ve Ali Duymaz’ın ortak çalışması İslamiyet Öncesi Türk Destanları eserlerinden alınan mit metinleri kaynak olarak kullanılacaktır. Akabinde tespit edilen mit metinlerindeki kaosu ve kozmosu yaratan motifler tespit edilerek Freud’un rüya simgeciliği bağlamında incelenecektir. Çalışmanın amacı mitlerde kaosu ve kozmosu işaret eden sembollerin bilinçdışı ifadelerini ortaya koymaktır. Çalışmadan mitlerde evrenin kaos ve kozmos döngüsü üzerine kurulu olduğu ve bu kaos kozmos döngüsünün bilinçdışında önemli simgelerle ifade edildiği sonucunu çıkarmak mümkündür
Synthesis of derivative of zinc dithiocarbamate of piperazine (ZDPC) and its application as a safe accelerator for the vulcanization of natural rubber latex
Authors: Jabbar Shincy Alamparambil , Kozhikodanparambil Abhitha , Kurian Thomas
Published: April 2024

Derivative of zinc dithiocarbamate of piperazine (ZDPC)  prepared in the laboratory acts as an accelerator for the vulcanization of natural rubber latex based formulations.  The ZDPC synthesized in our laboratory was characterized   by FTIR spectroscopy, UV-Visible spectroscopy and CHNS analysis.  Results of the MTT assay show that the    ZDPC is a safe (non-carcinogenic) rubber chemical. For comparable dosages of the accelerator, the ZDPC based natural rubber latex   vulcanizates show improved mechanical properties   as compared to zinc diethyl dithiocarbamate (ZDEC)  based vulcanizates. ZDPC may be considered as a safe replacement for the nitrosamine generating ZDEC in natural rubber latex based formulations.
PENGARUH CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY DAN KOMPENSASI RUGI FISKAL TERHADAP TAX AVOIDANCE
Authors: Ningsih Yulia Rahayu , Ferdiansyah Ferdiansyah
Published: April 2024

This study aims to examine the effect of Corporate Social Responsibility and loss compensation on tax avoidance in property and real estate sub-sector service companies. This type of research is quantitative using secondary population data obtained from the Indonesia Stock Exchange, and company websites for the period 2016-2021 which found 78 companies. The sampling technique in this study was using the Purposive Sampling method with the data analysis technique used was panel data regression analysis by selecting the regression model, classical assumption test and hypothesis analysis method using the Eviews 10 program data processing. Based on the test results, this study states that : based on the F test, Corporate Social Responsibility and fiscal compensation simultaneously have an effect on Tax Avoidance, while through the t test (partial) Corporate Social Responsibility partially has no effect on Tax Avoidance. Fiscal loss compensation has a positive effect on Tax Avoidance
PENGARUH PENERAPAN E-SAMSAT DAN SANKSI PERPAJAKAN TERHADAP KEPATUHAN WAJIB PAJAK KENDARAAN BERMOTOR
Authors: Haryanto Devin Anton , Lingga Ita Salsalina
Published: April 2024

Taxpayer compliance is the condition in which an individual complies with all applicable tax laws. Any individual who complies with the existing laws and fulfills their tax obligations can be considered compliant. With a high level of taxpayer compliance, the government's revenue increases, making it an interesting subject for research. The objective of this study is to explain the influence of e-SAMSAT implementation and tax penalties on taxpayer compliance. This research is quantitative in nature and utilizes purposive sampling as the sampling technique, with the condition that the vehicle taxpayers have used the e-SAMSAT application, resulting in 100 respondents from the Pajajaran tax office. Based on the data analysis results, it is found that e-SAMSAT implementation partially influences taxpayer compliance, while tax penalty variable does not have a partial influence on taxpayer compliance.
Curriculum Fidelity of English Language Teaching Teachers and Factors Affecting Teachers’ Implementation at Ethiopian Public Universities’ Context
Authors: Anteneh Baye Ashebir , Anshu Alemu Hailu
Published: April 2024

This study aimed to explore English Language Teaching (ELT) teachers’ fidelity to the designed freshman English curriculum.
A mixed method research design, where the quantitative data served to support the qualitative one, was used in the study. A . One-to-one interviews, observations, and post-observation interviews were used as data collection instruments. Verbatim transcription was made for the qualitative data. Then, the relevant data was categorized and the data not relevant to the present purpose was bracketed. Categories seemed to be mutually exclusive, however, and analysis was made by making connections between or among the various categories.
The result showed that ELT teachers followed the fidelity perspective by adhering to the contents of the official curriculum even in circumstances where adaptations were required. However, teachers’ fidelity to the designed curriculum or to the official curriculum was offset by teachers decision to skip certain activities. ELT teachers’ adherence was imposed by different factors, including a high-stakes exam, alignment problems with instruction and assessment, the use of students’ scores for placement, relevance and repetition of activities, and lack of training. Personal/teacher factors (teachers’ beliefs, confidence, knowledge, and skills in improving the curriculum) and student factors (motivation and interest) also had significant influence.
It can be concluded that ELT teachers missed one of the significant professional roles they could play during curriculum implementation – adapting contents based on the classroom context. Professional development training should be proffered to ELT teachers. In addition, institutional needs and teachers’ freedom to improve the curriculum at the classroom level need to be balanced.
Opportunities for Intercultural Environment Creation in Ukrainian Agrarian University
Authors: Bilotserkovets Marina , Fomenko Tetiana , Lushchyk Yuliia
Published: April 2024

This study aims to highlight the significance of creating intercultural competence among students in Ukrainian higher education institutions (HEIs), especially in the context of European integration. The goal is to investigate the potential impact of Euro Union (EU) educational policies and the Association Agreement between Ukraine and the EU on students’ intercultural competence, and to offer recommendations for the effective implementation of intercultural education.
The methodology covers a comprehensive set of theoretical and empirical research methods, including the analysis of scientific sources, regulatory documents, an online questionnaire, pedagogical observation, and direct interviews with Humanities instructors. The research specifically focuses on 160 first and second-year master’s students in the specialties of “Agroengineering” and “Electricity, electrical engineering, and electromechanics” at Sumy National Agrarian University, taking the course “Communications in the International Environment” during the academic year 2023-2024.
The results of the study provide a perspective on the attitudes of students toward international harmony, equality, and social values. The findings reveal that the students prioritize living without war and conflict, national security, and national greatness. However, the study also shows that there are challenges to developing intercultural skills, as students express less interest in an active social life, improving the welfare of those in need, and making decisions that affect their community. The pedagogical observation and expert evaluations underline the need for specialized training to enhance intercultural skills among engineering students.
The conclusion is that the study’s dual focus on national specificity and international relevance offers actionable perspectives for educators, policymakers, and researchers. It promotes a deeper understanding of the constraints and opportunities in intercultural competence development to meet the demands of a globalized world. At a national level, the study highlights the specific challenges faced by master students in Ukrainian HEIs and the necessity for specialized training to enhance intercultural communication skills. Internationally, the research aligns with EU educational policies and Council of Europe initiatives, contributing to the broader discourse on intercultural competence in higher education. Recommendations include the incorporation of interactive teaching methods, fostering intercultural dialogue, and promoting a nuanced understanding of intercultural communication.
The Ideas of Bloom’s Taxonomy in a Fifteenth-Century Treatise in Sri Lanka
Authors: Marikar Faiz , Zayan Ahamed
Published: April 2024

Purpose. The purpose of this article is to study the relationship between Bloom’s Taxonomy and Kawyasekara. According to some, the first instance of Bloom’s Taxonomy was recorded by Benjamin Bloom in 1956, while Kawyasekara was written by Thotagamuwe Sri Rahula Thera in 1449.

Methodology. Modern concepts of three hierarchical models, which differ from other types of educational concepts, did not develop until the fifteenth century, according to the critics. In this paper, it is shown how the concept we now refer to as Bloom’s Taxonomy was first presented in a similar manner in a text from the Kotte Era in Sri Lanka, written in the fifteenth century by Thotagamuwe Sri Rahula Thera.

Results. This manuscript demonstrates that Thotagamuwe Sri Rahula Thera deserves praise for distinguishing educational notions from other kinds of educational conceptions. Thotagamuwe Sri Rahula Thera categories, which were much more recently discovered, are given special consideration.

Conclusions. This document considering contemporary scientific findings and pedagogy exposes instructional ideas that have been around for centuries. These findings’ theoretical and clinical ramifications are also examined.
Addressing the Challenges Facing University Instructors in Test Construction Practices in Tanzania
Authors: Rubeba Asia
Published: April 2024

This study examined how instructors implement tests in their teaching and learning process and address the challenges facing them during practising test.
Methodology. Three universities were chosen. The study was informed by transcendental phenomenological designs. Purposive sampling obtained responses from 48 key informants. Interviews, observations, and documentary analysis were used concurrently to gather data. The data were analysed thematically. Ethical issues were addressed.
Results. The analysis revealed that university instructors face multiple challenges, including a large number of students; a lack of manpower/instructors, resources, training on test construction and internal moderation commitment; and a heavy teaching load.
The study concludes that assessment is crucial for improving the teaching and learning process and thus determining its quality. Issues that should be addressed include mandatory workshops and seminars for instructors who have not undergone teacher education. Universities should ensure that sufficient human and material resources are available to strengthen assessment efforts aimed at improving teaching and learning.
Professional Competence Development of Teaching Staff in Higher Education Institutions under Martial Law
Authors: Vaintraub Mark
Published: April 2024

The purpose of this article is to show the problems of professional competence development of higher-education teaching staff under martial law. The relevance and necessity of developing teachers’ professional competence focused on specific requirements and challenges, in particular in the conditions of martial law, is emphasized.

Methodology. In the research process, general scientific and pedagogical research methods were used, basically theoretical ones: analysis, synthesis, classification, systematization, and generalization.

Results. Among the specific components of the professional competence of teachers under conditions of martial law, the following are identified: safety of life, health, and labor protection; rules and behavior in emergency situations during war; adaptation of educational programs; ability for crisis management of the educational process and of teaching students; teaching in extraordinary conditions; moral, emotional, and psychological support of colleagues and students in stressful situations; effective use of information and digital technologies; ability to organize inclusive education with students with special educational needs; personal qualities (courage, resilience, patriotism, dedication to one’s students and studies, the ability to introduce classes in conditions of instability and promote a strong spirit among students); and cooperation with the military armed forces of Ukraine, police, administration, humanitarian organizations, stakeholders, etc.

Conclusions. The model of professional competence development of teaching staff in higher education institutions under martial law is developed in the form of a graph. Some components of this model are reviewed. The result of the developed model will make it possible to provide higher quality and safer education in difficult conditions, in particular in the fields of professional and technological education.