bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Therapeutic Uses of Tulsi
Authors: Burungale Ashutosh , Sune Dr. Ravikant
Published: August 2023

The medicinal plant, generally referred to as "tulsi," belongs to the genus "Ocimum sanctum," It has been employed inAyurveda and other traditional indigenous medical systems for ages. It has wide applications, not just restricted to medicine butalso dental applications. The use of such plants has seen a boom in recent years, especially in India, although it has been overlookedfor a long time. Its application is primarily in the field of oral medicine and is used to treat disorders like potentially malignantdisorders. Many studies have shown that the qualities of tulsi, such as expectorant, analgesic, anticancer, antiasthmatic, antiemetic,diaphoretic, antidiabetic, antifertility, hepatoprotective, hypotensive, hypolipidemic, and antistress agent, can be used to treat awide range of medical diseases. Tulsi and other such plants have fewer side effects and are a potent alternative to moderntherapeutic modalities for treating such disorders. Although its potential has yet to be fully realized as more research is needed,there is no question about its effects as a therapeutic agent. This paper reviews the therapeutic potential of tulsi to treat oraldiseases. According to the current research, Tulsi has various therapeutic uses that several studies have validated. However, itsuse in allopathic medicine is still constrained because there must be human clinical trials.
Deceiving The Myths of Nanotechnology in Relation to Nanotoxicity
Authors: Begum Jeenatara , Chakraborty Tamalika , Sahoo Pramit , Roy Pritam , Bhakta Sebabrata
Published: August 2023

The toxicity of nanoparticles (NPs) is a critical research topic in nanotechnology, as it is essential to understand thehazards posed by the wide spectrum of NPs that vary in shape, size, and composition. Previous reviews have yet to thoroughlyexplore the Biological Effective Doses of NPs, which drive toxicity and are influenced by factors such as solubility, charge, shape,contaminants, and the ability of NPs to translocate from the deposition site in the lungs. This review aims to fill the gap in theliterature by providing an overview of the possible toxicity of nanoparticles in zebrafish during growth stages, with a focus onoxidative stress, and exploring the available modes of toxicity that are relevant to conventional pathogenic particles. This reviewalso discusses the effects of nanomaterials on the reproductive system in animal models, providing insight into the potential toxicityof nanoparticles in humans. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the toxicity of nanoparticles and to criticallyexplore the challenges associated with implementing nanotechnology, particularly in the pharmaceutical development of noveltherapeutic products and regulatory issues. The review also considers recent uses and projected nanotechnology advancements,providing a basis for future research in this field. In conclusion, this review rectifies the lacunae in previously published reviews byproviding a comprehensive overview of the toxicity of nanoparticles and exploring the challenges associated with implementingnanotechnology. The aim and objective of this review are to provide a comprehensive understanding of the toxicity of nanoparticlesand to guide future research in this field.
Case of Odontogenic Keratocyst in the Posterior Ramus and Body of the Mandible Mimicking Ameloblastoma
Authors: Chandak Dr. Rakhi , Akhtar Zareesh , Chandak Dr. Manoj
Published: August 2023

The dental lamina gives rise to the odontogenic keratocyst (OKC), a common odontogenic cyst that affects the maxillofacial region.The OKC is distinct from other jaw cysts and is more likely to return when combined with aggressive clinical behavior. The recurrence ratein OKC is 25%–30%. In 2005, the World Health Organization (WHO) group categorized odontogenic keratocyst (OKC) as a tumor andproposed the abbreviation KCOT to differentiate the condition from the ortho keratinizing variant. The WHO reclassified KCOT as OKC in2017 based on data demonstrating non-neoplastic clinical behavior. The 30-year-old male in this case study has OKC in the ramus and body ofhis jaw, near the right mandibular molar tooth. When the patient reported to us, he complained of pain and swelling, 48 was clinically absent,and there was an enlargement of the buccal and lingual cortical plates. Palpation revealed tenderness in the region distal to 48. CBCT revealeda sizable radiolucent lesion, making it difficult to determine whether it was an odontogenic keratocyst or ameloblastoma in the body and lowerpart of the ramus on the right side. Histopathology findings corroborated OKC's diagnosis. As a precaution, the affected teeth were extracted,marsupialization was done, and an ongoing follow-up was done for an additional 1.5 years. There hasn't been a recurrence of OKC, and itshowed good healing. This case study aims to demonstrate the need for dentists to do in-depth investigations into each circumstance and offerpatients better treatment options with ongoing patient monitoring and follow-up. Enucleation, marsupialization, and other surgical techniquesare possible; however, in this case, our objective was to preserve the patient's mandible and facial features.
UM OLHAR HERMENÊUTICO DIALÉTICO DOS EGRESSOS EM CIÊNCIAS BIOLÓGICAS ACERCA DA EDUCAÇÃO AMBIENTAL
Authors: Silva Crislaine Maria da , Oliveira Maria Marly de
Published: August 2023

Ao considerar os diversos elementos que constituem a formação de professores, neste estudo priorizamos a pesquisa com a formação inicial de Licenciatura em Ciências Biológicas em uma instituição pública federal, a partir do questionamento: Como os egressos em Ciências Biológicas compreendem a Educação Ambiental? Nosso objetivo foi compreender as concepções iniciais dos atores sociais sobre Educação Ambiental. Utilizamos a Sequência Didática Interativa como coleta de dados que tem como aportes teóricos a Complexidade, Dialética, Dialogicidade, Hermenêutica e o Pensamento Sistêmico. Os resultados apontam que as concepções acerca da Educação Ambiental mostram que os atores sociais destacam o conceito de Educação Ambiental igual ao conceito de meio ambiente, comentam sobre a relevância da sensibilização para sua preservação e conservação da natureza, em resumo uma visão naturalista e conservacionista da dimensão. Em relação à contextualização da Educação Ambiental os atores sociais perceberam a relevância da Educação Ambiental em todos os níveis de ensino e souberam dar exemplos da realidade em que vivem.
ENSINO DE SAÚDE NA ESCOLA: BARREIRAS E DIFICULDADES ENFRENTADAS POR PROFESSORES DOS ANOS INICIAIS EM UM MUNICÍPIO DO SUL DO BRASIL
Authors: Oliano Vinicius Jardim , Bandeira Joana Renner , Rodrigues Leonardo Borges , Lara Simone
Published: August 2023

Essa pesquisa qualitativa, de caráter exploratório e descritivo, teve como objetivo analisar as barreiras e dificuldades percebidas por professores dos anos iniciais de uma escola pública em um município da fronteira oeste do Rio Grande do Sul, sobre a abordagem da temática saúde no contexto escolar. Foram incluídos docentes dos quartos e quintos anos do Ensino Fundamental de uma escola pública estadual, que responderam um questionário via google forms, constando de seu perfil profissional, e posteriormente participaram de uma entrevista semiestruturada construída pelos pesquisadores, a fim de compreender aspectos do trabalho em saúde na escola e dificuldades percebidas nesse contexto. As percepções dos professores foram analisadas por meio da análise de conteúdo de Bardin (2016). Foram incluídos dezesseis (16) professores, sendo a maioria do sexo feminino (87,5%), com média de idade de 47,5±6,90 anos. Cabe destacar que a maioria dos professores apresentavam formação em pedagogia (50%), com pós-graduação (81,3%), carga horária semanal de 40 horas (56,3%). Percebemos que a maioria dos docentes relatou dificuldades em trabalhar temáticas relacionadas à saúde no ambiente escolar, especialmente sobre sexualidade e alimentação saudável, e questões como a falta de formação docente e a falta de apoio junto à família do educando foram algumas das barreiras citadas pelos professores nesse processo. Dessa forma, reforçamos a importância de fomentar ações de formação continuada em saúde nos professores, para que esses encontrem estratégias que melhor se adaptem às suas realidades e contextos.
Development of KOMIKA-SAVI in the Jambi Context on Social Aritmetic Material
Authors: Harmini Ani , Asikin Mohammad , Suyitno Amin
Published: August 2023

One strategy to provide innovation in learning is the development of learning media. This study aims to develop the KOMIKA-SAVI media in the context of the city of Jambi on social arithmetic material that is valid and feasible to use. This type of research is Research and Development (RnD) with the ADDIE method. The stages of the ADDIE method consist of analyze, design, develop, implement, and evaluate. The research subjects were 6 students of SMPN 12 Muaro Jambi. Media validation was assessed by media expert lecturers and material experts, as well as teachers. The research instrument was a media and material validation sheet, along with a research trial questionnaire. The results showed that the assessment of the media expert validators with an average (R) = 4.6 and material experts who gave an assessment with an average (R) = 4.5 from the assessment range of 1.00 R < 5.00 which means the media is valid. The results of student respones in the research trial got good media quality with an average positive student respone of 90.67%. So it can be concluded that the media is valid and feasible to use.
Analisis Kesalahan Siswa dalam Menyelesaikan Soal Sharing Task dan Jumping Task Berdasarkan Kriteria Watson
Authors: Murtikusuma Randi Pratama , Hobri Hobri , Pratiwi Cikal Citra
Published: August 2023

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui dan mengidentifikasi kesalahan yang dilakukan oleh siswa dalam menyelesaikan soal sharing task dan jumping task pada materi aritmatika sosial berdasarkan kriteria Watson ditinjau dari tipe kepribadian DISC. Jenis penelitian ini adalah penelitian deskriptif kualitatif. Pengumpulan data didapatkan dari soal sharing task, jumping task, tes tipe kepribadian DISC, dan wawancara. Subjek dalam penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas VIIIF SMP Negeri 4 Jember, yang terdiri dari 12 siswa dengan rincian 12 siswa mengerjakan soal sharing task dan 8 siswa mengerjakan soal jumping task. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian ini yakni tipe kepribadian dominance, influence, steadiness, dan compliance sama-sama melakukan kesalahan Innapropriate Procedure/IP, Response Level Conflict/RLC and Skill Hierarchy Problems/SHP. Kemudian untuk kesalahan Undirected Manipulation/UM, yang melakukan kesalahan adalah tipe kepribadian dominance, influence, dan steadiness. Tipe kepribadian Influence, steadiness, dan compliance juga melakukan kesalahan Innapropriate Data/ ID dan Above Other/ AO. Terakhir, tipe kepribadian steadiness melakukan kesalahan yaitu Omitted Data / OD.
Undergraduate Mathematics Education Students’ Visual Representations of Multivariable Functions
Authors: Muzangwa Jonatan , Ogbonnaya Ugorji I.
Published: August 2023

Representations of mathematical concepts are very important in the teaching and learning of mathematics. Visual representations are used to present mathematical concepts to solve, explore or explain the concepts. The purpose of this study was to examine undergraduate mathematics education students’ visual representations of multivariable functions using matching items tasks. The study was qualitative research conducted with 10 second-year undergraduate mathematics education students at a University in Zimbabwe. The students matched the functions of several variables which are represented in symbolic and graphic forms. The result showed that most of the students were able to match the functions with their graphical representations. However, most of the students had difficulties in communicating mathematical information and these difficulties emanate from language problems and conceptual understanding.
Development of Interactive Learning Multimedia Based on Articulate Storyline 3 on Social Arithmetic Materials for Class VII Students of SMP Negeri 12 Merangin
Authors: Jainuri Muhammad , Susanti Ade , Awatif Awatif , Yohanes Yohanes
Published: August 2023

This study aims to develop interactive learning multimedia based on articulate storyline 3 on social arithmetic material for class VII students of SMP Negeri 12 Merangin which is valid, practical, and effective. This study uses research and development methods with the APPED model. These interactive learning multimedia was validated by five experts. Validity is seen from the validation sheet, the practicality of the response sheet and student interviews, and the effectiveness of learning outcomes and student learning activities. The results showed that the average score for the validation of mathematicians was 4.22 with a very valid category, Indonesian language experts 3.88 with a very valid category, media experts 4.78 with a very valid category, and teacher validation. mathematics 4.80 with a very valid category. The overall validity score is 4.58 with a very valid category. The proportion of students' responses was 82.27% in the practical category. The percentage of classical learning outcomes is 77.3% in the effective category and the average percentage of student activity is 68.64% in the active category. Based on the results of research and development, it was stated that interactive learning multimedia was valid, practical, and effective.
Analysis of Company Size, Profitability, and Growth on Company Value Mediated By Carbon Emission Disclosure (Study on Food & Beverage Sub-Sector Listed on IDX For The Period 2018-2022)
Authors: Abd Latif Maratusholihah , Mukhzarudfa Mukhzarudfa , Friyani Rita
Published: August 2023

This study aimed to analyze the effect of company size, profitability, and growth on company value through disclosure of carbon emissions. The population of this study were food and beverage industry companies on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the period 2018 - 2022. The sample were selected from the population with the criteria that the companies were listed company on the IDX successively and report disclosure of carbon emissions in the annual report. The number of samples in this study was 17 companies with observations for 5 years. Data analysis used path analysis and Sobel tests are used to observe indirect influences. The results of this study indicated that company size and profitability had a direct effect on disclosure of carbon emissions and firm value, while growth had no direct effect on disclosure of carbon emissions and firm value. The results of this study also showed that company size, profitability and growth did not have an indirect effect on firm value mediated by disclosure of carbon emissions.
Pengaruh Good Corporate Governance Terhadap Nilai Perusahaan dengan Ukuran Perusahaan Sebagai Variabel Moderasi (Studi Empiris Sektor Perbankan yang Terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia Tahun 2019-2021)
Authors: Zahwa Arsyi , Safelia Nela , Wijaya Z Rico
Published: August 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh variabel dewan komisaris independen, ukuran dewan komisaris, komite audit terhadap nilai perusahaan dengan ukuran perusahaan sebagai variabel moderasi (studi empiris sektor perbankan yang terdaftar di bursa efek indonesia tahun 2019-2021). Subjek yang diteliti pada penelitian ini adalah sektor perbankan yang terdaftar di Bursa Efek Indonesia tahun 2019-2021. Teknik sampling yang digunakan adalah purposive sampling dan diperoleh sebanyak 40 perusahaan sebagai sampel dari total populasi sebanyak 43 perusahaan. Periode pengamatan dalam penelitian ini adalah selama 3 tahun yaitu dari 2019-2021 sehingga diperoleh total 120 data. Pengolahan data menggunakan software WarpPls 7.0. Penelitian ini membuktikan bahwa komite audit berpengaruh positif terhadap nilai perusahaan dan ukuran perusahaan memoderasi pengaruh ukuran dewan komisaris terhadap nilai perusahaan, sementara dewan komisaris independen, ukuran dewan komisaris tidak berpengaruh positif terhadap nilai perusahaan dan ukuran perusahaan tidak memoderasi pengaruh dewan komisaris independen dan komite audit terhadap nilai perusahaan.
PENDAMPINGAN DALAM PENGGUNAAN TEKNOLOGI TEPAT GUNA UNTUK PENINGKATAN PRODUKTIVITAS USAHA KERIPIK SINGKONG DI DESA MERLUNG KABUPATEN TANJUNG JABUNG BARAT
Authors: Anggraini Rista Mutia , Peslinof Mardian , Afrianto M. Ficky , Fendriani Yoza , Hutabarat Benedika Ferdian
Published: August 2023

Usaha mikro keripik singkong merupakan usaha rumahan yang banyak digeluti beberapa keluarga untuk menambah penghasilan di Desa Merlung, Kecamatan Merlung Kabupaten Tanjung Jabung Barat. Masyarakat yang membuat keripik singkong rumahan sebagian besar masih menggunakan peralatan manual. Selain itu, masyarakat juga terbatas dalam melakukan pemasaran keripik singkong. Pengabdian yang dilakukan yaitu pembinaan dalam penggunaan teknologi tepat guna dalam usaha keripik singkong. Pembinaan dilakukan dalam bentuk workshop dan sosialisasi dalam menggunakan Alat Perajang Singkong Otomatis dan penggambaran penggunaan sistem digital marketing pada usaha masyarakat. Evaluasi yang dilakukan setelah pelaksanaan workshop didapatkan bahwa masyarakat sudah mendapat keterampilan dan pengetahuan dalam pembuatan dan penggunaan alat otomatis namun untuk pengadaan terkendala dana, serta masyarakat sudah mulai memasarkan produknya secara online secara menarik. Dengan adanya pengetahuan dan keterampilan masyarakat dalam pemanfaatan teknologi pada usahanya diharapkan dapat meningkatkan produktivitas usaha dan meningkatkan perekonomian.
An Analysis of Implicature Forms and Functions in the Film Ajari Aku Islam
Authors: Harianto Neldi , Susanti Nurfitri , Triandana Anggi , Vahlepi Sahrizal
Published: August 2023

This research aimed to express the implicature of forms and functions in the film Ajari Aku Islam. This research used descriptive qualitative research. The source of the research was the utterances among the characters in the film Ajari Aku Islam. The data were collected by listening and taking notes technique  with advanced method of uninvolved conversation observation technique.The finding of the research in this film that the researcher found conventional and conversational implicatures. The forms of conversational implicature in this research was revealed through violation of the cooperative principle which included: a) the quantity maxim violation, b) the quality maxim violation, c) the relationship maxim violation, and d) the way maxim violation. Next, the functions of the implicature in the film Ajari Aku Islam were: a) the function of implicature in directive speech act, b) the implicature function in expressive speech act, c) the implicature  function in assertive speech act, d) the implicature function in commissive speech act, and e) the function implicature in declarative speech act. Between conventional and conversational implicature, conversational implicature was more dominant. Likewise the maxim violation and the function implicature, both were equally dominant.
ORAL COLLAGEN AND AGING
Authors: Kirana Karunisa
Published: August 2023

ABSTRACT

Background and Objective: Skin is a barrier that protects the body from the outer environtment and has a cosmetic function. Aging is biological process that marked by deterioration of physiological function of the body. Collagen has responsible in stability and strength of body tissues. In recent years, oral collagen supplementation has become popular because it’s distributed to peoples as an anti aging therapy. The aim of this study is investigating that there is effect of oral collagen in order to prevent aging. Methods: I reviewed studies about oral collagen and aging. Studies were published within five years priors to 2020. I searched studies about them using keywords including aging, anti aging, oral collagen, and collagen. Conclusion: Oral collagen plays an important role in order to prevent aging. It can be absorbed effectively because the most form of oral collagen is hydrolyzed collagen, so our body doesn’t need to change it to a smaller molecule before use it. Oral collagen also doesn’t have side effects to our body. Therefore, it can be used to prevent aging together with controlling of intrinsic and extrinsic factors that contributing in skin aging.

Keywords: aging, oral collagen, collagen.
FAKTOR-FAKTOR PENYEBAB TERJADINYA OBESITAS PADA REMAJA
Authors: Hanum Azmy Mu'thia
Published: August 2023

Obesitas yang terjadi pada anak usia remaja dapat terjadi karena banyak hal, baik secara genetik maupun karena faktor luar lainnya. Masalah kesehatan yang dihasilkan karena obesitas ini bervariasi, atau lebih parah yaitu dapat menyebabkan penyakit jantung yang menyebabkan kematian mendadak. Oleh karena itu, perlu adanya informasi-informasi faktor-faktor apa saja yang menjadi penyebab obesitas pada anak. Tujuan dari review artikel ini adalah untuk mengetahui faktor-faktor yang menyebabkan terjadinya obesitas pada anak. Metode yang dilakukan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode Literature Review yaitu dengan mengumpulkan data-data sekunder dari artikel atau penelitian yang pernah dilakukan sebelumnya yang berkaitan dengan obesitas. Pencarian data yang dibutuhkan menggunakan database Garuda, Google Scholar, dan Science Direct. Kata-kata kunci yang digunakan dalam pencarian literasi adalah obesitas, remaja. Faktor obesitas, obesity AND adolescents AND obesity factors. Terdapat kriteria inklusi yang ditetapkan dalam menentukan literatur yang diinginkan yaitu objek dalam penelitiannya adalah anak remaja, full text tidak berbayar, berbahasa Indonesia atau Inggris, terdaftar dalam jurnal ilmiah. Berdasarkan hasil analisis dari literatur yang dikaji, didapatkan faktor-faktor yang dapat mempengaruhi obesitas pada remaja, yaitu: kurangnya aktivitas fisik, sering mengkonsumsi fastfood, tidak sarapan pagi, kurangnya pengetahuan tentang gizi, pendapatan orang tua sebagai faktor pendukung, dan faktor genetik orang tua.
Enhanced Authentication and Device Integrity Protection for GDOI using Blockchain
Authors: Mukhandi Munkenyi , Andrade Eduardo , Granjal Jorge , Vilela João P.
Published: August 2023

The new wave of device-level cyber-attacks has targeted IoT
critical applications, such as in power distribution systems integrated
with the Internet communications infrastructure. These systems utilise
Group Domain of Interpretation (GDOI) as designated by International
Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) power utility standards IEC 61850 and
IEC 62351. However, GDOI cannot protect against novel threats, such as
IoT device-level attacks that can modify device firmware and
configuration files to create command and control malicious
communication. As a consequence, the attacks can compromise substations
with potentially catastrophic consequences. With this in mind, this
article proposes a permissioned/private blockchain-based authentication
framework that provides a solution to current security threats such as
the IoT device-level attacks. Our work improves the GDOI protocol
applied in critical IoT applications by achieving decentralized and
distributed device authentication. The security of our proposal is
demonstrated against against known attacks as well as through formal
mechanisms via the joint use of the AVISPA and SPAN tools. The proposed
approach adds negligible authentication latency, thus ensuring
appropriate scalability as the number of nodes increases.
Experimental Investigation of Two Solar Air Heaters, with and without Employing PCM
Authors: midhat yousif , Aljubury Issam Mohammed Ali
Published: August 2023

In the present study, an experimental test was conducted to investigate
the energetic performance of a novel designed solar air heater (SAH),
with and without phase change material (PCM). Two identical in
dimensions SAHs were constructed and tested to compare their performance
between them, the first is a jacket tube solar air heater (SAH 1), and
the second SAH is similar to the first, filled with PCM (SAH 2).
Experimental results showed that increasing air flow rate increases the
thermal efficiency,. Thermal energy during day hours can be stored in
the PCM and used after sunset. SAH 2 gave additional operating time
after sunset for 4 hours at 0.01 kg/s, 2.5 hours at 0.035 kg/s, and one
hour at 0.06 kg/s. Maximum improvement in the daily thermal efficiency
was 15% at SAH 2, more than SAH 1 at 0.01 kg/s air flow rate. Employing
PCM, as so as increasing air flow rate can reduce the daily thermal
losses..
Landscape of N1-methyladenosin (m1A) modification pattern in colorectal cancer
Authors: JIANG Chun , Tian Yuan , Xu Chunjie , GU Lei , Zhang Hao
Published: August 2023

Background: N1-methyladenosine (m1A) is a recently identified mRNA
modification. It is still unclear, though, whether m1A alteration
affects how colorectal cancer (CRC) develops. Methods: We
retrospectively analyzed 398 CRC patients and 39 normal controls using
the TCGA database to evaluate m1A modification patterns regarding tumor
immune microenvironment (TIME) in CRC. The m1Ascore was developed using
principal component analysis. And its clinical value in prognosis of CRC
was further explored. Results: We revealed 12 key m1A-related DEGs
including CLDN3, MUC2 and CCDC85B which are identified associated with
invasion and metastasis in CRC. The most important biological processes
linked to a weak immune response and a poor prognosis were the
regulation of RNA metabolism and RNA biosynthesis. Furthermore, we found
that compared to CRC patients with low m1A scores, those with high m1A
scores had a higher percentage, a larger tumor burden, and a worse
prognosis for survival. Conclusion: Significantly diverse m1A
modification patterns can be seen in CRC. Through its impact on TIME and
immunological dysfunction, the heterogeneity of m1A alteration patterns
influences the prognosis of CRC. This study provided novel insights into
the m1A modification in CRC which might promote the development of
personalized immunotherapy strategies.
Relatively exact controllability of fractional neutral stochastic system with two incommensurate constant delays
Authors: Luo Danfeng , Yuan Yihong
Published: August 2023

This paper is devoted to analysing a kind of fractional neutral
stochastic system (FNSS). Firstly, by introducing the notion of newly
defined two-parameter Mittag-Leffler matrix function, we derive the
solution of the corresponding linear stochastic system. Subsequently,
for the linear case, by virtue of the Grammian matrix, we give a
suffcient and necessary condition to guarantee the relatively exact
controllability for the addressed case. Furthermore, for the nonlinear
one, the relatively exact controllability is obtained by fixed point and
explore it via Banach contraction principle. Finally, two examples are
provided to intensify our theoretical conclusions.
Application of Smoothed Facial Motion Capture System for Live2D VTuber Model
Authors: Subiyanto * , Azzurri Izza
Published: August 2023

The rapid growth of the live streaming industry brought about the VTuber
trend, where content creators use character avatars to stream. One of
the most accessible way to move a character in real time is by using a
vision-based facial motion capture technique. However, previous works
still suffer from jittering issues, which hinder the quality of the
character’s movements. This work aims to develop a smoothed facial
motion capture system that works with a live2D VTuber model. The system
combines Mediapipe Face Mesh and OpenCV solutions to capture facial
landmarks, which are then used to calculate head pose estimation using
the Perspective-n-Point (PnP) function. In addition, the system uses EAR
and MAR functions to detect facial features. The motion values obtained
from this process are then filtered using a Kalman filter. Finally, the
filtered motion data is sent to the Unity engine, which drives the
Live2D VTuber model by adjusting the character’s motion parameters. The
developed system successfully captures and drives the Live2D VTuber
model with smoother motion, overcoming the jitter problem prevalent in
previous facial motion capture approaches. The system’s improved motion
capture quality makes it a more viable option for a wide range of
potential uses.
Cumulative Exposures to Environmental and Socioeconomic Risk Factors in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
Authors: Kodros John K , Carter Ellison , Oke Oluwatobi , Wilson Ander , Jathar Shantanu H , Magzamen Sheryl
Published: August 2023

The environmental justice literature demonstrates consistently that
low-income and minority communities are disproportionately exposed to
environmental hazards. In this case study, we examined cumulative
multipollutant, multidomain, and multimatrix environmental exposures in
Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. We identified spatial hot spots in
Milwaukee County both individually and through clusters across a profile
of environmental pollutants that span regulatory domains and matrices of
exposure, as well as socioeconomic indicators. The most sensitive
cluster within the urban area was largely characterized by low
socioeconomic status (SES) and an overrepresentation of the Non-Hispanic
Black (NHB) population relative to the county as a whole. In this
cluster, average pollutant concentrations were equivalent to the 78th
percentile in county-level blood lead levels, 67th percentile in
county-level NO2, 79th percentile in county-level CO, and 78th
percentile in county-level air toxics while simultaneously having an
average equivalent to the 62nd percentile in county-level unemployment,
70th percentile in county-level population rate lacking a high school
diploma, 73rd percentile in county-level poverty rate, and 28th
percentile in county-level median household income. The spatial patterns
of pollutant exposure and SES indicators suggested that these
disparities were not random but were instead structured by socioeconomic
and racial factors. Our case study, which combines environmental
pollutant exposures, sociodemographic data, and clustering analysis,
provides a roadmap to identify and target overburdened communities for
interventions that reduce environmental exposures and consequently
improve public health.
Baroclinic Sea-Level
Authors: McWilliams James C. , Molemaker Jeroen , Damien Pierre
Published: August 2023

Sea level and its horizontal gradient are an expression of oceanicvolume, heat content, and currents. Large-scale currents havehistorically been viewed as mostly “baroclinic’, and tides as“barotropic’, respectively, in the sense of being strongly relatedto the oceanic density distribution or not. The purpose of this noteis to give dynamical precision to this distinction and, in theparticular case of the tides, demonstrate the breadth of theircombined barotropic-baroclinic interactions with a realisticallyforced, high-resolution simulation of the Pacific Ocean circulation.While the different tidal sea-level contributions manifest ahorizontal scale separation (\eg more barotropic at
larger scales;more baroclinic surface pressure-gradient force at smaller scales),there are cross-mode corrections in both at the level of tens ofpercent.
Probabilistic trade-offs analysis for sustainable and equitable management of climate-induced water risks
Authors: Baccour Safa , Tilmant Amaury , Albiac Jose , Espanmanesh Vahid , Kahil Taher
Published: August 2023

Pressures on water resources are fueling conflicts between sectors. This
trend will likely worsen under future climate-induced water stress,
jeopardizing food, energy and human water security in most arid and
semi-arid regions. Probabilistic analysis using stochastic optimization
modeling can characterize multi-sector vulnerabilities and risks
associated with future water stress. This study identifies the
probabilistic trade-offs between agricultural, urban and energy sectors
in the Ebro Basin (Spain). Two intervention policies have been examined
and compared: (i) agricultural priority, and (ii) energy priority, for
two planning horizons 2040-2070 and 2070-2100. Results show that the
human water security goal is achieved under both intervention policies.
However, the achievement of the food and energy security goals depends
on the policy objectives and on the spatial location of irrigation
schemes and hydropower plants, which result in different stream flows
across the basin. The policy choice results in substantially different
benefit gains and losses by sector and therefore by location. Neither
priority policy provides an equitable sharing of benefits among all
sectors and locations under climate change, which is an important issue,
because the success or failure of policy interventions would depend on
the distribution of the gains and losses of benefits across the basin.
Policy uptake by stakeholders would depend on reaching win-win outcomes
where losers are compensated, while delivering acceptable levels of
food, energy and human water security in large river basins. Information
on the probabilistic trade-offs contributes to the design of water
management strategies capable of addressing the multi-sector
vulnerability.
Tracing the Potential Existence of the Asian Tropopause Aerosol Layer (ATAL) Prior to the Late 1990s through Observations
Authors: Kloss Corinna , Bossolasco Adriana , Thomason Larry W. , Legras Bernard , Berthet Gwenael , Jegou Fabrice , Fadnavis Suvarna Sanjeev , Sellitto Pasquale
Published: August 2023

An enhanced aerosol layer, known as the Asian Tropopause Aerosol Layer
(ATAL), has been observed within the seasonal Asian monsoon anticyclone
(AMA) since the late 1990s. Given the apparently abrupt appearance of
this layer based on observations, it has been speculated that it
originates from increasing human made emissions in Asia. However, the
ATAL confinement is a result of a dynamical feature and does not purely
consist of human made components. We herein investigate the possible
existence of an ATAL earlier than the late 1990s. We exploit earliest
possible, high quality space-based aerosol observations from
Stratospheric Aerosol and Gas Experiment, or SAGE (1979-1981), SAGE
III/ISS (2017, ongoing) and revisit SAGE II (1984-2005) data analysis.
We find that seasonal averaged solar occultation aerosol measurements
(past and present) can neither be used to exclude the existence of the
ATAL, nor to infer a significant trend. However, first CAM5-MAM7
simulations indicate the presence of an ATAL signal for the tested years
1979 and 1980, with a human made component. We hypothesize that the
human made component of the ATAL likely occurred since at least the
1970s, while the natural ATAL component (e.g. from dust) has always
existed. Extended simulation based ATAL evolution studies are therefore
the most reliable source for early ATAL investigations.
Ensino superior na Ucrânia
Authors: Martyniuk Iryna , Ivanova Inna , Tsymbal Yulia , Yakushko Kateryna H. , Kochetkova Iryna
Published: August 2023

O propósito deste artigo é examinar as forças da globalização que afetam o ensino superior na Ucrânia. Os objetivos do artigo são coletar, documentar, estudar e analisar criticamente a relação entre os representantes desta questão na literatura, identificar e posicionar nossas próprias ideias e observações para futuras pesquisas nessa área. Os resultados do estudo mostram que o impacto da globalização no ensino superior na Ucrânia está diretamente relacionado à americanização, europeização, homogeneização através da diversificação, ocidentalização etc. na literatura relacionada. O artigo leva em conta a correlação entre os pareceres e a narrativa científica de especialistas sobre a visão da educação superior como prioridade global, bem como transformações que não podem ser evitadas pela educação superior no século 21. Pode-se concluir que as mudanças na educação na Ucrânia devem abranger todas as dimensões e formas de educação. Esses processos, por sua vez, estimulam a transição de abordagens específicas para abordagens globais e interdisciplinares que permitem explorar problemas sociais que exigem soluções específicas: paz, democracia, justiça social, desenvolvimento cultural, proteção ambiental, alimentação, saúde, proteção de crianças e jovens, promoção da educação e da pesquisa.
Unified educational information space
Authors: Devterov Illja , Kuzhelnyi Andrii , Zinych Petro , Kuzhelnyi Serhii , Sanakuiev Mykola
Published: August 2023

The purpose of the article is to study the main risks, dilemmas and ways to optimize the formation of a single informative space. The methodology of the article consists of analysis, synthesis, modeling, prognostic methods, which were used to implement the task. The results noted the formation of the Bologna system as an important element of the formation of a unified informational and educational environment. At the same time, it was emphasized that digitalization of education and the development of a single digital educational environment were not included in the fundamental principles of this organization. It has been proven that in the future it will be important to create unified digital educational institutions that will become accessible to a globalized society. It is determined what the information space is, its components, the main conditions of optimization solutions for its improvement and further evolution are characterized.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Risk of Cutaneous T-cell Lymphoma: A Danish Population-based Cohort Study
Authors: Soerensen Sissel B.T. , Nagy Dávid , Ødum Niels , Iversen Lars , Lindahl Lise M.
Published: August 2023

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Beyond Anxiety and Depression: Loneliness and Psychiatric Disorders in Adults with Atopic Dermatitis
Authors: Zhang Junfen , Loman Laura , Oldhoff Jantje M. , Schuttelaar Marie L.A.
Published: August 2023

There is a lack of knowledge concerning loneliness and psychiatric disorders other than anxiety and depression in patients with atopic dermatitis. This cross-sectional study was conducted within the Lifelines Cohort Study, in the Netherlands, by sending an atopic dermatitis questionnaire to adult participants (n = 135,950) in 2020. Psychiatric disorders were measured with a self-reported question and validated instrument (Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview; M.I.N.I.), and loneliness was assessed with the validated 6-item De Jong Gierveld Loneliness Scale. In total, 56,896 subjects (mean age 55.8 years, 39.7% males) were included. Atopic dermatitis showed positive associations with self-reported chronic fatigue syndrome, burnout, depression, social phobia, panic disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and eating disorder in the participants’ lifetimes. Based on the M.I.N.I., atopic dermatitis was positively associated with panic disorder and at least 1 anxiety disorder. In addition, subjects with atopic dermatitis were more likely to experience loneliness compared with those without atopic dermatitis. These associations were observed only in the moderate-to-severe, but not mild, atopic dermatitis group. This study raises awareness that a significant proportion of adults with atopic dermatitis feel lonely and are affected by several psychiatric disorders, especially those severely affected by atopic dermatitis. Further studies are required to evaluate if interdisciplinary care, such as the collaboration between dermatologists and psychiatrists, could optimize medical care for this vulnerable patient group.
Formation of translation competencies among law students
Authors: Мрвич Н.В.
Published: August 2023

Целью статьи является определение оптимальных путей формирования переводческих компетенций у студентов юридического вуза. Для решения этого вопроса были проведены измерения уровня владения студентами базовыми переводческими компетенциями при работе с правовыми текстами. При составлении анкеты использован опыт ведущих российских и зарубежных ученых-переводчиков в отношении формирования лингвистических, социокультурных и информационно-технических компетенций. Выявлен ряд трудностей, препятствующих успешному переводу юридического текста, и обозначены пути решения проблем переводческих компетенций. Даны рекомендации по устранению барьеров в формировании компонентов лингвистической и социокультурной компетенций.

The purpose of the article is to determine the optimal ways in translation competence formation among law students. In order to solve the problem some surveys defining the students’ proficiency level of the competencies have been conducted. When compiling the questionnaire, the author drew on the experience of key Russian and foreign scholars in respect of linguistic, sociocultural and information technology competencies. The author focused on the difficulties impeding a successful translation of legal text and identified the ways to resolve translation competence problems. Some recommendations on barrier elimination while developing linguistic and socio-cultural competencies were given.
Сущность и особенности творческого развития младших школьников
Authors: Yakovleva E.V. , Kolesov V.I. , Goltsova N.V. , Smolonskaya A.N. , Garifulin R.Sh.
Published: August 2023

The research relevance is based on the need to identify the essence and to find the new methods of the schoolchildren’s creative development. The creative development of a young pupil is related to his or her mental abilities and manifests itself in children's imagination, fantasy, creative thinking, a particular view of the world, his or her own point of view on the surrounding reality. Successful creative development of younger pupils is based on the method of pedagogical support. The process of pedagogical support includes content-target, functional-activity, spatial and managerial components. When organising pedagogical support, various methods and forms of work are applied: exercises, assignments, educational situations, collaborative creative activities, projects, success situations, emotional and moral experiences, encouragement, competition, role-playing games, practices and trials.

Актуальность исследования данной проблемы обусловлена необходимостью выявления сущности и поиска новых методов творческого развития младших школьников. Творческое развитие младшего школьника связано с его умственными способностями и проявляется в детской фантазии, воображении, творческом мышлении, особом видении мира, своей точке зрения на окружающую действительность. Важным условием успешного творческого развития младших школьников является использование метода педагогического сопровождения. Процесс педагогического сопровождения включает содержательно-целевой, функционально-деятельностный, пространственный и управленческий компоненты. При организации педагогического сопровождения используются различные методы и формы работы: упражнение, поручение, воспитательные ситуации, коллективные творческие дела, проекты, ситуация успеха, эмоционально-нравственное переживание, поощрение, соревнование, сюжетно-ролевые игры, практики и пробы в разных видах деятельности.
The structure of precedent phenomena and the problem of their translation in M. Puzo’s novel “The Godfather”
Authors: Ефимов Д.К.
Published: August 2023

Цель данной статьи – изучить прецедентные феномены, особенности их построения, употребления и сложности, возникающие при их переводе в романе М. Пьюзо «Крестный отец». В данной статье рассматриваются такие термины, как «прецедентный феномен», «прецедентное имя», особенности их происхождения, способы перевода на русский язык. Задачи исследования: выделить прецедентные феномены в романе М. Пьюзо «Крестный отец»; определить основные модели их перевода, охарактеризовать специфику употребления прецедентных феноменов; объяснить роль прецедентных феноменов в сюжете романа. Исследование проведено с использованием метода сплошной выборки, методов компонентного и контекстуального анализа. Практическая значимость статьи состоит в возможности использования полученных результатов в лексикографической практике. В результате были получены выводы об основных приемах перевода прецедентных феноменов, подкрепленные иллюстративным материалом.

The purpose of this article is to study the precedent phenomena, the features of their construction, use and the difficulties that arise when translating them in M. Puzo’s novel “The Godfather”. This article discusses such terms as “precedent phenomenon”, “precedent name”, features of their origin, and methods of translation into Russian. Research objectives: highlight the precedent phenomena in M. Puzo’s novel “The Godfather”; determine the main models of their translation, characterize the specifics of the use of precedent phenomena; explain the role of precedent phenomena in the plot of the novel. The study was conducted using the method of continuous sampling, component and contextual analysis. The practical significance of the article lies in the possibility of using the obtained results in lexicographic practice. As a result, conclusions were drawn about the main methods of precedent phenomenon translation, supported by illustrative material.
Comparative Studies on the Nutrition of Two Species of Sardine, Sardinella longiceps and Sardinella fimbriata of South East Coast of India
Authors: P Jamila
Published: August 2023

S. fimbriata has greater moisture content, protein, carbohydrate, and fibers, whereas S. longiceps have more lipid and ash content. Sardinella species has f 19 amino acids. Eight essential minerals are present in greater amounts in S. Longiceps. S. longiceps has six vitamins, but S. fimbriata has only five. The findings of this study extend our knowledge of the nutritional value of commonly consumed sardine fishes. Regular consumption of sardines could considerably reduce nutritional deficiency
Production of Biscuit Mixed with Date Powder
Authors: MA Latif
Published: August 2023

Dates (Pheonix dactylifera L.) are high in essential nutrients and have potential health benefits whilst biscuits form the most popular snacks among all ages from children until the elderly in Malaysia. Hence, it is worth developing biscuits mixed with date powder which are easy and light to carry around, tasty, ready and easy to be consumed. The main objective of this study is to develop the best formulation for biscuit mixed with date powder (DP). DP was used at 10%, 20%, 30%, 40% and 50% replacement levels of sugar for the production of biscuits. Biscuit made from 100% sugar was used as control. Results of hedonic sensory test showed that F3 biscuit with incorporation of 30% DP had the highest mean score for overall acceptance of 7.20, thus placing F3 biscuit as the best formulation. Addition of DP more than 30% showed a significant difference (p < 0.05) on the sensory quality of the biscuits. Therefore, the addition of date powder should not exceed 30%. The physical analysis revealed that F3 biscuit had a darker and more red colour than the control besides having a softer texture. Meanwhile, proximate analysis showed that F3 biscuits contained 3.60% moisture, 0.84% ash, 0.30% crude fiber, 7.57% protein, 21.90% fat, 65.80% carbohydrate and energy value of 491.13 kcal. The addition of DP significantly increased the moisture, ash and crube fiber content (p <0.05) in the biscuits but showed no significant decrease (p> 0.05) for the protein content than the control. Microbiological tests proved that total microbial count of F3 biscuits which stored for six weeks is less than the maximum count as stated in the literature. In conclusion, DP has the potential to be used as a sweetener and for fibre enrichment purpose in biscuit production.