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Inferential control strategies using neural soft sensor in a high purity distillation column
Authors: Morais Júnior Arioston Araújo de , Finiz Filho José Carlos , Rojas Leopoldo Oswaldo Alcazar , Brito Romildo Pereira
Published: May 2024

High-purity distillation columns are processes in which you want to minimally increase the purity of a key component by separation. These processes are sensitive to disturbances, where small changes in the feed flowrate stream cause drastic changes in product compositions. Furthermore, when one wants to apply traditional control and optimization techniques to these processes, some difficulties have to be faced: the process is generally non-linear and has a long response time, there are many immeasurable disturbances, it is difficult to keep the process in steady-state, and the bottom and top compositions are highly coupled. Therefore, this paper presents a methodology for the development of soft sensors (SS), here in applied to an industrial 1,2-Dichloroethane separation plant. The process was simulated and validated with real data from the industrial plant. In the step second an algorithm based on multivariate statistics was developed for the selection of inputs SS variables. The configuration for training multilayer artificial neural network (ANN's) was optimize, accounting for the ANN's prediction capacity of responses and the rejection of disturbances inserted in the process. Thereafter, a temperature control was implemented to maintain the impurity compositions within specifications but failed due to the small temperature variations in the high purity column. To overcome these difficulty three inferential control strategies (impurity composition estimated by the SS) were implemented: a classic feedback control, a cascade control, and a ratio-cascade control. All control strategies acted to minimize the process disturbances effects. However, the inferential ratio-cascade control shown to be the most robust, because of the lowest integral error criteria value and percentage overshoot.
Virgil's Feminist Counterforce: Juno's Furor as Matter of Imperium's Unjust Forms
Authors: Hall Joshua M.
Published: May 2024

In this article, I offer a new philosophical interpretation of Virgil's Aeneid, dually centered on the queens of Olympus and Carthage. More specifically, I show how the philosopher-poet Virgil deploys Dido's Junonian furor as the Aristotelian matter of the unjust Roman imperium, the feminist counterforce to the patriarchal force disguised as peaceful order. The first section explores Virgil's political and biographical background for the raw materials of a feminist, anti-imperial political philosophy. The second section, following Marilynn Desmond, situates the continuing misogynist condemnation of Virgil's two goddess-queens in the context of their honored centrality in Roman and Carthaginian culture. The third section reinterprets Virgil's goddess-queens as agents of furor as (apparently mad) feminist counterforce to the (actually mad) unjust force of the Roman empire via its agents Jupiter and Aeneas. The fourth section translates these poetic-philosophical interpretations into prose, arguing that Dido's Junonian furor is the Aristotelian matter constituting the unjust forms of Roman imperium. And the conclusion applies the latter analysis to Michael Hardt and Antonio Negri's Empire, suggesting Dido as a model for the “multitude” in the fight against the imperial injustice of today's globalized empire.
To You From We: An Experimental Essay and Exhibition Addressed to You (the Reader) in Eager Anticipation of Your Response
Authors: Baldus Angela I.
Published: May 2024

This paper is an invitation and a map. It is also an exhibition, and it is a provocation. The reader is directly addressed and invited to be implicated in a “we” that is repeatedly mentioned throughout the essay. In doing so, we might imagine study as something that moves us, transports us, and finds us thinking alongside one another, above, or under some place we may never have thought we would end up. Many things are left unfigured. It was never the author's intent to figure them out, but instead, here, we might try something different, something out of grasp.
Re-imaging Care in the Art Classroom: An In-Depth and Applied Book Review of Art-Care Practices for Restoring the Communal: Education, Co-inquiry, and Healing by Barbara A. Bickel and R. Michael Fisher
Authors: Wurtzel Kate
Published: May 2024

This applied and in-depth book review explores the ways in which Barbara Bickel and R. Michael Fisher's (2023) book Art-Care Practices for Restoring the Communal: Education, Co-inquiry, and Healing generates a creative response for those who engage with it. The review explains the theoretical underpinnings of the text as they relate to current educational issues and tensions. It looks thoughtfully at how a book that presents as a communal hub of care through both form and content can shift one's thinking from the individual to the collective and create unexpected relations along the way. Using the author's own aesthetic responses to the book as touchpoints, this review invites engagement from the reader as it investigates ideas around communal care.
Data Visualization of Artists’ Responses to Violence Against Women: Art Activism for Pedagogy
Authors: Stetz Lauren
Published: May 2024

Addressing the need to confront violence against women (VAW) within educational contexts, this article explores how data visualization can be used to understand entanglements of VAW across geographies, culture, religion, race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, and political histories. Through the examination of art activism that emerges within digital places such as social media platforms, this research queries how art manifests within transnational online environments to highlight unique nuances of place and identity. Emphasizing the critical ability of the arts to provide voice to confront difficult subject matter, this publication focuses on five of the 24 global artists who participated in the study, who explore the theme of “silence” in their art works. Through a publicly accessible interactive map and website, including curricular resources, this research provides a model for confronting challenging and traumatic topics within art pedagogy through coalition building, creating awareness, and empowering individuals to transform society.
Storiografia e politica: Enrica Collotti Pischel e gli studi sulla rivoluzione cinese in Italia (anni Cinquanta e primi anni Sessanta)
Authors: Samarani Guido
Published: May 2024

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Le formulazioni teoriche e ideologiche dei leader del Pcc: dalle analisi di Enrica Collotti Pischel alle prospettive dell’era di Xi Jinping
Authors: Miranda Marina
Published: May 2024

Il presente contributo si propone di mettere in relazione gli studi di Enrica Collotti Pischel su Mao Zedong e sul contributo teorico di quest’ultimo con le formulazioni ideologiche elaborate dai successivi leader del Partito Comunista Cinese, nel vaglio da parte di chi scrive. 
Relativamente al primo aspetto, viene analizzata la visione che Enrica ebbe di un Mao ‘filosofo’, nella sua concezione della dialettica, in applicazione alla società socialista; allo stesso tempo, sono considerate le peculiarità della via cinese al socialismo, di cui tratta il testo La rivoluzione ininterrotta. Sviluppi interni e prospettive internazionali della rivoluzione cinese, del 1962, tradotto in altre lingue e apprezzato a livello internazionale. 
Il saggio prosegue con l’indagine del ruolo dell’ideologia nel periodo di Deng Xiaoping, fondamentale nel legittimare le riforme economiche, fino ad arrivare all’era di Xi Jinping, quando nuova enfasi è stata posta sul fattore dottrinale. 
Nella parte finale, le parole d’ordine salienti del nazionalismo contemporaneo, quali quelle del ‘trauma’ e dell’‘umiliazione nazionale’, vengono qui rapportate ai principi dell’internazionalismo proletario dell’epoca maoista, cui Enrica aveva dedicato diversi lavori.
German Plans for Central Europe
Authors: Gedeon Magdolna
Published: May 2024

German plans for Central Europe had already appeared in the 19th century. At the heart of the Mitteleuropa idea was the creation of an economic area under German leadership. In the literature, List is considered the father of the Mitteleuropa idea, the first systematic developer of the integration of Central and Eastern Europe under German leadership. His work ʻDas nationale System der politischen Ökonomie’ [The National System of Political Economy], in which he scientifically summarised and systematised his previous writings, was published in May 1841. In this work, List expressed his views in defense of political unity and national economy and against the teaching of Adam Smith’s school. List first advocated the realisation of a continental alliance against the English hegemony, and then, when the USA advanced, he believed that the English should also join the alliance. He wanted to promote the development of the economic region, by developing the railway and waterway network. Another famous German developer of the Mitteleuropa concepts is Friedrich Naumann. Within his work, the books and articles dealing with Mitteleuropa form a closed whole. These writings of his are closely related. Their time of origin also shows unity. Naumann elaborated his plan for Central Europe in his main work ‘Mitteleuropa’ published in November 1915. Central Europe was not to be a new state, but an alliance of existing states, the core of which would be the alliance between Germany and Austria-Hungary. It was to be a confederation and not a federal state.
The Slovak Theorists of Central European Integration
Authors: Halász Iván
Published: May 2024

The study focuses on four Slovak thinkers and politicians who were involved in various forms of Central European cooperation during the 19th and 20th centuries. Most of the Slovak concepts of integration, which did not start from Slavic solidarity alone and had a broader European context, focused on Central Europe. Therefore, the ideas of Central European and European cooperation have traditionally coincided in Slovakia. The theorists considered were either practising politicians who held high governmental or ministerial positions (Milan Hodža, Milan Rastislav Štefánik), professional diplomats (Štefan Osuský), and those who were active only in the field of political journalism and national movement organisation (Ján Palárik). The majority of these thinkers also had emigrational experiences during the two world wars. The paper first describes their familial, social and religious backgrounds, before discussing their political views and specific actions. It concludes by outlining their common and divergent features, as well as their practical achievements and impact on Slovak public life.
Agarwood as incense-a review: Part I - Spiritual and cultural uses
Authors: Jayaraj Rathinam , Ahmed Shagufta
Published: May 2024

Agarwood is a resinous heartwood of various species of Thymelaeaceae with aromatic, cultural and medicinal uses. The most common uses are incense, perfumery and medicine. The present review is on use of agarwood as incense, especially for spiritual and cultural purposes. It traces the use of incense in general, and agarwood in particular across ancient cultures and religions. The present-day use of agarwood as incense and the potential for export from India are discussed.
ПРОБЛЕМА РАСПРЕДЕЛЕНИЯ ПРОСТРАНСТВА: СИСТЕМАТИЧЕСКИЙ ОБЗОР ЛИТЕРАТУРЫ
Authors: Galymzhan R.Z.
Published: May 2024

The space allocation problem is an optimization problem that involves allocating resources or objects to different spaces or locations subject to certain constraints. The space allocation problem has applications in many fields, including logistics, transportation, manufacturing and urban planning. Solving this problem can help businesses and organizations make informed decisions about resource allocation, minimize transportation costs, and improve the efficiency of their operations. This systematic literature review (SRL) examines the problem of space allocation and the various methods used to solve it. The Kitchenham method is used in order to select relevant 24 unique research papers from 231 articles published in the period 3rd January 2018 to 4th October 2022. Each study can address several different methods and the meta-heuristic algorithms are found widely used, and the Genetic Algorithm (GA) occupies a leading position among others. 7 publications out of 12 that used metaheuristic algorithm as solution of space allocation problem include GA. In addition, this work identifies and analyzes objectives and considerations of research papers. The SRL concludes by providing some recommendations for future research in this area. It is hoped that this review will be of value to researchers and practitioners in a range of fields who are interested in the problem of space allocation and its solution.
Prevalence of Medications Errors and Factors of Harmful Errors in Neonates and Paediatrics at Tertiary and Paediatric Hospitals: A Multicenter Study
Authors: Shukry Murooj , Alotaibi Mohammed Hamed , Bajammal Manal , Althaqafi Nissreen , Alghamdi Saleh
Published: May 2024

Medication errors (ME) are human mistakes that may occur during drug use, prescribing administration or monitoring. This study aimed to determine the Prevalence of MEs among pediatric patients receiving tertiary treatment in pediatric speciality hospitals and describe their patterns and causes. Three institutions participated in a multicenter retrospective analysis. Reports of all MEs involving paediatrics aged ≤13 years who were hospitalised or visited the Emergency Department or outpatient clinics were reviewed 1 January 2019 - 31 December 2019. The National Coordinating Council for Medication Error Reporting and Prevention classification was used to categorise MEs and to define PRME (category CI) and patient–harming MEs (category EI). A retrospective study was conducted with a total of 318 MEs reported, with an overall prevalence of 0.9 per 1,000 patients. The Prevalence was markedly lower in the CHT (0.35 / 1,000 patients) than in KAMC and KFSH&RC (1.73 and 3.5). The highest rate of MEs was observed in admitted wards (14.69 / 1,000 patients). Most commonly, MEs occurred at the prescribing stage (81.1%), were caused by a physician (83.3%), and were discovered by the pharmacist (85.5%). Improper medication dosage (34.0%), frequency (14.2%), and duration (10.4%) were the three most common forms of MEs. Paediatric inpatient treatment has a significant frequency of MEs, accounting for 24% of hospitalisations. The ME may not get to the patient if independent double-check prescriptions, accurate medication reconciliation of new prescriptions against the previously prescribed, and improved medicine labelling and packaging techniques are used.
Sex Reassignment Dilemma in 4 Yemeni Siblings with Five Alpha-Reductase Type 2 Deficiency
Authors: Ahmed Samia Mahdi , Abu Doam Abdelrahman , Belouni Mazin Mohammad Belouni , Khan Sarwat Maroof , Mohamed Abdelbagi Elzien , Elmula Imad Fadl
Published: May 2024

5α-Reductase two deficiency (5αR2D) is an autosomal recessive 46, XY disorder impacting the HeRD5A2 gene, causing ambiguous genitalia. Four Yemeni siblings with this condition sought guidance from the Sudanese Intersex Working Group (SIWG) in adulthood. A multidisciplinary evaluation was conducted, encompassing physical, mental, hormonal, and imaging examinations, although genetic mutation analysis of the srd5a2 gene was precluded due to limited facilities. Participants were initially assigned as females by an untrained birth attendant; the siblings later manifested virilisation before puberty, prompting a reassignment to the male sex. Despite presenting with 46 XY DSD due to 5αR2D, their sexual identity conflict led them to seek counsel from the SIWG. Comprehensive assessments confirmed the 5αR2D diagnosis. Extensive counselling with the family revealed their resolute decision to maintain the male sex despite concerns highlighted by the SIWG regarding future sexual function and fertility. This case underscores the significant challenges stemming from inadequate knowledge and interventions, emphasising the critical need for early diagnosis, proper genetic counselling, and expert management. Timely referrals to specialised facilities and consideration of options such as in vitro fertilisation (IVF) and preimplantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) for subsequent children are imperative. This report advocates for proactive measures in similar cases, emphasising the importance of tertiary care facilities for accurate diagnosis, informed decision-making, and optimal management of 5αR2D-related dilemmas.
PROPOSTAS PARA A FORMAÇÃO DOCENTE NO ENSINO RELIGIOSO
Authors: Silva Kennya Eleotério da
Published: May 2024

O presente artigo se dedica a apresentação de propostas voltadas para a formação docente para o componente curricular de Ensino Religioso. Para tanto, debate-se os aspectos legais em torno desse componente curricular no contexto das escolas públicas brasileiras, destacando as tensões conceituais relativas ao Ensino Religioso laico, bem como pressupondo a garantia da legitimidade da diversidade religiosa sem perder de vista a ótica do fenômeno do pluralismo religioso. O contexto religioso brasileiro é verificado a partir de sua composição religiosa, considerando que dela emergem desafios significativos para a formação docente no Ensino Religioso. Trata-se, desse modo, de uma tentativa de superação da perspectiva da racionalidade técnica, não humanista, elencando como referencial teórico os elementos de uma perspectiva humanizadora com potencial para abranger a complexidade e a multirreferencialidade para a formação docente, com vistas ao desenvolvimento de profissionais habilitados para a construção do conhecimento pedagógico no âmbito do Ensino Religioso escolar.
A CONSOLIDAÇÃO DA PROPRIEDADE FIDUCIÁRIA E SEUS EFEITOS AO BEM DE FAMÍLIA
Authors: Silva Eduardo Dutra , Chaves Solange Barreto
Published: May 2024

O artigo buscou analisar o surgimento do bem de família e da propriedade fiduciária, destacando a impenhorabilidade do imóvel residencial como forma de proteger o direito à moradia da família. A impenhorabilidade é regulamentada pela Lei nº 8.009/90, abrangendo não apenas o imóvel em si, mas também a construção, as plantações, as benfeitorias de qualquer natureza e todos os equipamentos e móveis que guarnecem a casa. Além disso, a propriedade fiduciária é apresentada como uma modalidade de garantia em que o devedor transfere a propriedade de um bem ao credor fiduciário até que a dívida seja quitada, regulada pela Lei 9.514/97. Destaca-se a recente determinação da 3ª Turma do Superior Tribunal de Justiça (STJ) para que o Tribunal de Justiça de São Paulo analise a presença dos requisitos legais para o reconhecimento de um imóvel alienado fiduciariamente como bem de família. O relator do recurso especial, ministro Villas Bôas Cueva, ressaltou que a regra de impenhorabilidade do bem de família também abrange os imóveis em fase de aquisição, como os objetos de compromisso de compra e venda ou de financiamento para fins de moradia. Além disso, o artigo aborda o conceito e as características da propriedade fiduciária, destacando a transferência resolúvel de um bem móvel infungível, a constituição da propriedade fiduciária com o registro do contrato, o desdobramento da posse e a forma como a propriedade fiduciária de bens imóveis se dá por meio de um negócio jurídico condicional.
Okul Öncesi Eğitimi Öğretmenlerinin Yapay Zekâya İlişkin Görüşleri
Authors: Küçükkara Muhammed Fatih , Ünal Muhammed , Sezer Türker
Published: May 2024

Amaç: Bu çalışma, okul öncesi eğitim alanında görev yapan öğretmenlerin yapay zekâ teknolojileri hakkındaki kapsamlı görüşlerini ve bu tür yenilikçi teknolojik araçların eğitim pratiklerine entegrasyonu konusundaki tutumlarını detaylı bir şekilde analiz etmek amacıyla önemli bir katkı sağlamaktadır.
Yöntem ve Araçlar: Bu çalışmada, durum çalışması yöntemi benimsenerek okul öncesi öğretmenlerinin yapay zekâ hakkındaki görüşleri odak grup görüşmeleri ile toplanmış ve içerik analizi ile değerlendirilmiştir. Araştırmaya altı öğretmen, kolay ulaşılabilir örnekleme yöntemi kullanılarak dahil edilmiştir.
Sonuçlar: Bu çalışma, öğretmenlerin yapay zekâ (YZ) konusunda ilgi göstermelerine rağmen, bu alanda yeterli bilgi ve farkındalığa sahip olmadıklarını ve bu durumun YZ’ya yönelik endişeleri tetiklediğini ortaya koymaktadır. Öğretmenlerin YZ’ya ilişkin tutumları, kötüye kullanım potansiyeli, bilgi eksikliği
ve güvenilirlik endişeleri nedeniyle olumsuz yönde şekillenirken; zaman tasarrufu, kişisel gelişim ve bireyselleştirilmiş eğitim planları gibi olumlu yönler de belirginleşmiştir. Bununla birlikte, öğretmenlerin YZ uygulamalarını günlük pratiklerinde etkin olarak kullanmadıkları gözlemlenmiştir.
Text Summarization and Document summarization using NLP
Authors:   Department of Computer Science, Kristu Jayanti College, Priya P M Vishnu , Salaji Shoun Chacko ,   Department of Computer Science, Kristu Jayanti College
Published: May 2024

Background: Automatic text summarization has become increasingly crucial in navigating the ever- growing ocean of textual information. This research delves into exploring the potential of Natural Language Processing (NLP) techniques for creating efficient and informative summaries. We implemented and evaluated models based on Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks, Sequence-to-Sequence (Seq2Seq) architectures, and transformer-based approaches. By leveraging these powerful algorithms, we aimed to generate concise summaries that capture the essence of the original text. The evaluation highlighted the strengths and limitations of each approach, showcasing the potential of NLP for text summarization while acknowledging the remaining challenges. This research not only contributes to the ongoing discussion on textsummarization techniques but also opens doorsfor further exploration, including integrating domain-specific knowledge, personalizing summaries based on user preferences, and applying these techniques to real-world information overload situations. Ultimately, this work underscores the promise of NLP-driven text summarization in facilitating efficient information access, comprehension, and utilization across various domains. Keywords: Natural Language Processing(NLP), Automatic Text Summarization, Real-world applications.
THE EVOLUTION OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN THE GIG ECONOMY.
Authors:   KALINGA UNIVERSITY, NAYA RAIPUR, INDIA, Kumari Puja
Published: May 2024

With the introduction of temporary, flexible, and independent labor arrangement, the gig economy has drastically changed the nature of employment. The evolution of Human resource management (HRM) in response to these changes in examined in this research. Recruiting, staff engagement, performance management, and legal considerations are important areas of attention. The paper offers a thorough overview of HRM in the gig economy by referencing case studies, expert viewpoints, and contemporary research.
Data Security on Cloud Services: Threats and Mitigation
Authors:   School of Commerce Science and Information Technology,    Jain (Deemed-to-be University),  Bengaluru, India
Published: May 2024

We try to examine the state of cloud computing today and the difficulties in protecting data across several cloud services. The rapid increase in the adoption of public and private cloud services by organizations poses a significant security risk for organizations. We examine various security challenges unique to the cloud environment and various mitigation techniques to deal with the threats. Our paper delves into the collaborative aspect of cloud security, highlighting the shared responsibility model between cloud providers and customers. Additionally, we also investigate various mechanisms adopted by cloud service providers to mitigate security risks. Keywords— Cloud computing, Data threats, Data Protection, Cloud security,
A STUDY OF THE INTERRELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SWITCHING COSTS AND CONSUMERS RESISTANCE TO SWITCHING BRAND LOYALTY IN INDIAN MOBILE MARKET
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Nims University, Jaipur, Indiia, SHARMA KISHAN
Published: May 2024

To keep customers loyal to their brand is the main problem for companies in the mobile telecommunications market today. This research examines how and why consumers resist switching from one brand to another when they want to maintain loyalty, but there are many drawbacks associated with this. Interviews will be scheduled for qualitative data while quantitative data will also be collected through surveys so as to establish what makes consumer loyalty tick by understanding the impact of monetary and non-monetary switching costs on brand-switching behaviour across various industries including Indian’s Mobile Market. The researchers discover that although some customers might switch brands due to costs related to contract termination, handset subsidy, among others; however non-monetary switching expenses such as inconvenience and perceived risk tend to play an equal role in influencing customers’ willingness to shift. Additionally, it provides insights on how switching costs interact with consumer resistance towards changing brands, thereby highlighting intricate dynamics at work. Therefore, it is a significant study that contributes both theoretical knowledge and practical aspects of enhancing brand loyalty and reducing customer churn in a highly competitive Indian telecom industry. As a result, marketing managers can use the knowledge about interaction between consumer behaviour and switching costs as an input into their decisions making process. KEYWORDS: Switching Costs, Brand loyalty, Consumer resistance, Mobile marketing, Indian marketing, Customer Behaviour, Competitive advantage, Marketing strategy.
DEVELOPMENT OF WATER SOFTENING METHOD BY USING NATURAL ADSORBENT: TEMPLE WASTE
Authors:   Students, Dept. of Civil Engineering, Imperial College of Engineering and Rese., Nikam, Kunal
Published: May 2024

Nowadays, Heavy metals are the prime concern due to their adverse effects on the environment and human beings. It is discharged from various industries such as mining, metal finishing, electroplating, glass, textiles, ceramics, and storage batteries. Copper is the metal used in many electronic devices and involved in other production processes. On the other hand, the amount of floral waste generated from temples and festivals/celebrations are increasing day by day, its impact on the solid waste management process is huge and it creates a fouling smell when it is disposed of improperly. Therefore, the present aim of the project is to utilize the waste flowers for the development of Biochar where it is used in the removal of heavy metal i.e., copper from synthetic wastewater. The other advantage of floral Biochar is the increase in soil organic matter (SOM) which can influence the soil microclimate, microbial community structure, biomass turnover, and mineralization of nutrients. The preparation, physicochemical properties, and adsorption mechanisms of floral waste Biochar in removing copper metal from synthetic wastewater have been discussed in this study. Key Words: optics, photonics, light, lasers, templates, journals
Evan’s syndrome, primary or secondary? Navigating the diagnostic puzzle
Authors: Khan Salman , Khatar George , Yetiskul Ekrem , Khan Malik Waleed Zeb , Qaqish Faris , Grabie Yisroel , Nisar Aqsa , Pokima Ngowari , Niazi Muhammad
Published: May 2024

Evans syndrome (ES) is a rare autoimmune disorder characterized by the simultaneous or sequential occurrence of autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) and immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP). Distinguishing between primary and secondary forms is crucial for management. This report presents a 69-year-old male with bleeding gums, anemia, and thrombocytopenia, who was diagnosed with ES following an extensive workup. Multiple potential triggers, including recent vaccinations, antibiotic use, past tuberculosis, and skin malignancies, were identified, highlighting the multifactorial nature of ES. The patient was treated with glucocorticoids, intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG), Rituximab, and Romiplostim resulting in improved hematologic parameters. This case underscores the diagnostic challenges and importance of individualized therapeutic approaches in managing ES. Understanding the potential triggers and underlying immune dysregulation is pivotal for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment.
Effect of single hemodialysis session on inflammatory and oxidative stress markers of chronic kidney disease patients
Authors: Naaz Sabiha , Zaidi Amina S , Alam Ayaan , Habib Anwar , Ahmad Khan Gausal , Alam Iqbal
Published: May 2024

Background: Chronic kidney disease (CKD), with its high prevalence, morbidity and mortality, is an important public health problem. The progression of CKD has been shown to result in inflammation and oxidative stress. For CKD hemodialysis (HD) is the most common RRT modality in India. Present study aimed to compare and evaluate the immune modality profile, oxidative marker and biochemical profile of pre and post dialysis chronic kidney disease patients.
Material and method: The study included 40 CKD patients depending on inclusion and exclusion criteria, attending HAHC hospital, HIMSR, New Delhi, which were on hemodialysis. The mean age of the patient was 60±15 yrs. Patients undergoing dialysis thrice in a week for about 4 hrs per session at flow 250-300 ml/min. Inflammatory and oxidative stress markers were assessed pre and post dialysis during any one session of dialysis in chronic kidney disease patients.
Result: There was significant decrease in inflammatory and oxidative stress markers after dialysis. There was also significant decrease in biochemical marker levels post dialysis.
Conclusion: Hence, evident from this study improvement in inflammatory markers and renal function test after dialysis suggests that indeed haemodialysis is the most common and better treatment option for chronic kidney disease patients.
Study on the effects of short-term yoga practice on body composition, physical fitness, physiological variables, nutritional and mental health status of school children
Authors: Manna Indranil , Bera Sayan Jyoti , Ghosh Kingshuk , Ghosh Soumyadip , Singha Pritee , Jana Atanu , Mondal Maitrish
Published: May 2024

Background and Aim: Physical inactivity may cause poor physical fitness, obesity, cardio-respiratory and mental illness. The present study was designed to find out the effects of short term yoga practice on body composition, physical fitness, physiological variables, nutrition and mental status of school children of 10 to 12 years. Materials and Methods: For the present study 120 volunteers (60 healthy female and 60 healthy male) within the age group of 10–12 years were screened randomly and were divided into: (a) Yoga Group (n = 60) and (b) Control Group (n = 60). Both these groups were sub-divided into (i) Male (n = 30) and (ii) Female (n = 30) volunteers. The volunteers of yoga group followed a yoga practice schedule of 1hr/day, 6 days/week for 6 weeks, with no yoga practice in control group. Body composition, physical fitness, physiological variables, nutrition and mental status were measured before (0 week) and after (6 weeks) training. Results: A significant increase (p ≤ 0.05) in strength, flexibility, anaerobic power, VO2max, FVC, FEV1, PEFR; and decrease (p ≤ 0.05) in resting heart rate, blood pressure, depression, anxiety and stress scores were observed in both male and female volunteers after six weeks of yoga practice. Conclusion: Regular practice of yogic asana, pranayama, and meditation improves body composition, cardiovascular, respiratory, physical fitness, and reduces stress level.
Efficacy of nano-curcumin on nicotine-induced genotoxicity and immunomodulatory disruption in protein- malnourished female rats
Authors: Biswas Somashree , Chattopadhyay Krishana , Chattopadhyay Brajadulal
Published: May 2024

Background: Aggravated DNA damage and immunomodulatory disruptions by nicotine are more prominent in female populations under protein-restricted conditions. Females are more susceptible to nicotine-induced complications due to their low innate immunity. Anti-inflammatory and anti-genotoxic curcumin, though it effectively works against nicotine-induced complications, still its therapeutic use is hindered due to its poor aqueous solubility and low bioavailability. Nano-curcumin would be a better therapeutic agent because of its increased aqueous solubility and higher bioavailability than curcumin.  Materials: This study investigates the effects of nicotine (2.5 mg/kg body weight injected subcutaneously for 21 days) on genotoxicity and immunomodulatory disruptions in female rats maintained under a protein-restricted diet (5% casein) and determines the ameliorative efficacy of nano-curcumin after one hour of nicotine dosage. Results: It is observed that nicotine decreases hemoglobin content in blood and DNA content in tissues. It causes severe DNA damage and disrupts the immune system and endocrine functions under protein-restricted conditions. Nano-curcumin ameliorates the nicotine-mediated genotoxic effects, maintains the female sex hormone levels, and restores the normalcy of immune responses in protein-restricted diet rats more efficiently than curcumin. Conclusion: Nano-curcumin looks like a potential blocker of nicotine, which may be used as a prospective therapeutic herbal agent to protect the health of the protein-malnourished female population.
ANALYSIS OF THE PARTICIPATION OF THE RUSSIAN DEFENSE IN-DUSTRIAL COMPLEX IN THE WORLD MARKET OF ARMS AND MILI-TARY EQUIPMENT
Authors: Dobrovolsky Leonid , Khudyakova Olga
Published: May 2024

The article explores and outlines the participation of the Russian military-industrial complex (DIC) in expanding the range of foreign trade activities and developing the economy of the Russian Federation by producing and releasing for these purposes various types of modern, in-demand and competitive military, civil and dual products on the world and domestic commodity markets. appointments. A definition of the global market for military products (MP) is given, its geography, characteristics, trends and operating features, the implementation of international legal regulation, the value of annual trade turnover, the presence of official and illegal schemes for the sale of weapons and military equipment, and the reasons for the emergence of the latter are revealed. The geography and indicators of the participation of the Russian Federation in this market for the period 2015–2022 are given, its rating among the states that are the main exporters of weapons and military equipment, as well as comparison with the USA and EU countries - the main exporters to the world market of weapons, military equipment and others types of military products, the ratio of their exports to military expenditures and to the gross domestic product. The authors present a correlation regression analysis of the main factors influencing Russia's posi-tion in the world market for weapons, military equipment and other types of military products, including an analysis of the Russian share in global arms exports, as well as an analysis of the share of arms and military equipment exports in Russia's total ex-ports. The conclusions summarize the results of the study, indicating the real, signifi-cant contribution of the Russian defense industry to the development of foreign trade activities and the country's economy in the context of sanctions restrictions and in-creasing global risks.
GLOBAL EXPORT AND IMPORT OF ORANGES: VOLUME, COUNTRIES, TRENDS
Authors: Kelemetov Eldar , Platonovskiy Nikolay , Shuldyakov Aleksandr , Neiskashova Elena , Sinelnikova Olga
Published: May 2024

In this scientific work, the authors analyzed changes in global exports and imports of oranges for 2016-2022, and compiled a ranking of countries that were leaders in the international turnover of this citrus fruit in 2022. During the indicated period, the volume of global exports of oranges decreased from 7431.647 thousand tons to 7415.296 thousand tons, and imports from 7082.773 thousand tons to 7029.937 thousand tons. In 2022, the top ten of their main suppliers Egypt, Spain, South Africa, USA, Netherlands, Turkey, Greece, Australia, Portugal and Morocco were present in international trade. Together, they accounted for 83.72% of the world's exports of this citrus fruit in 2022. The top ten major importers of oranges were the Netherlands, France, Russia, Germany, Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh, UK, Iraq, UAE and the USA. In total, they accounted for 50.43% of the corresponding global parameter in 2022. We found that during the study period, imports of oranges to Russia increased from 451.822 thousand tons to 464.641 thousand tons. As a result, our country is in the ranking of the largest importers of this citrus fruit moved from fourth place in 2016 to third place in 2022.
SANCTIONS AS A DRIVING FORCE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE RUSSIAN ECONOMY
Authors: Ivanova Lyubov'
Published: May 2024

The article examines the role of sanctions as a driving force in the development of the Russian economy. The study is based on an analysis of the impact of sanctions on various sectors of the Russian economy and their impact on the country's development trends. Both positive and negative aspects of the impact of sanctions on the economy are considered, and their role in stimulating internal changes and modernization of the economy is assessed. The article also analyzes the strategies adopted by the Russian government in response to sanctions and their effectiveness in achieving economic goals. Based on existing data and economic trends, the author draws conclusions about how sanctions shape Russia's economic dynamics and affect its development in the long term.
El hecho administrativo: una óptica doctrinaria y normativa en el Ecuador
Authors: Sánchez Pilco Alex Omar
Published: May 2024

El presente trabajo investigativo, a través de una revisión bibliográfica aborda el hecho administrativo que son las operaciones o ejecuciones físicas de la función administrativa que tiene relación con los administrados o ciudadanos de manera directa o indirecta. Es importante aclarar que no siempre tienen la misma trascendencia que los actos administrativos, un acto de acuerdo al mismo código enunciado, son resoluciones tomadas por la autoridad administrativa. Se establecen diferencias en base a ejemplos, como la resolución dentro de un procedimiento administrativo correctivo en donde se sanciona a un ciudadano por construir sin un permiso vendría a ser un acto, en donde el hecho administrativo sería la notificación de una actuación administrativa dentro del mismo proceso. Se concluye que hechos administrativos no suelen ser objeto de control o recurso, a diferencia de los actos administrativos, que pueden ser revisados e impugnados. En sí, tanto el acto como el hecho comprende las acciones y decisiones que se toman en el ámbito administrativo, que pueden tener consecuencias jurídicas. Comprender y gestionar adecuadamente los hechos administrativos es muy importante para lograr una administración eficiente y efectiva en las actuaciones públicas.
Los principios de eficacia y eficiencia en el Derecho Administrativo ecuatoriano
Authors: Romero Noboa Wendy Pilar
Published: May 2024

El Derecho Administrativo es una ciencia jurídica encargada de la regulación, control, y correcto accionar de la función administrativa, de aquí la importancia de entender sus principios fundamentales; en este sentido, y reconociendo la relevancia de someter a análisis tanto la eficacia como la eficiencia dentro de la realidad ecuatoriana, se plantean incógnitas referentes a ¿Cuál es la importancia de la eficacia y la eficiencia en el Derecho Administrativo ecuatoriano?, ¿se reconocen límites y modos de aplicación de dichos principios?. Con el objetivo de analizar a la eficiencia y la eficacia como principios rectores se recurre a la incorporación de una metodología cualitativa e inductiva, mediante un análisis de los cuerpos normativos de la legislación ecuatoriana, fuentes doctrinarias y artículos científicos como aristas de gran importancia, con el fin de dar respuesta a las preguntas planteadas. El estudio presenta como resultado que los principios de eficacia y eficiencia se aplican de forma constante dentro y fuera de las líneas de tratamiento jurídico, así como su relación directa con aspectos de control y supervisión, además de su complementariedad y apoyo en los principios de calidad y legalidad, con el propósito directo de dar cumplimiento de sus fines, procurar el respeto de los derechos del conglomerado y destacar la naturaleza misma del Derecho al incorporar nuevos elementos y herramientas como las IA´s obedeciendo al desarrollo de la sociedad y la necesidad de dar solución a sus conflictos diversos.
El Principio de Autonomía de los Gobiernos Autónomos Descentralizados Municipales en Ecuador
Authors: Lluguin Valdiviezo Alex Fabricio
Published: May 2024

El presente trabajo investigativo contiene un estudio del principio de autonomía, entendido como la facultad de autorregulación que poseen algunos niveles de gobierno en el Estado, principalmente como efecto resultado de un proceso de descentralización que ha tomado un fuerte apogeo en este siglo, así, esta investigación busca comprender y analizar a la autonomía dentro de los gobiernos municipales, sus alcances, límites y desafíos. Para alcanzar los objetivos propuestos, se ha utilizado un enfoque cualitativo y utiliza cuatro métodos: histórico-normativo, el deductivo, el filosófico del derecho y el sociológico jurídico para el análisis de la norma, la revisión doctrinaria y la determinación de alcances y desafíos tanto jurídicos como materiales del principio de autonomía. Los principales problemas que enfrentan los GADs, son una excesiva burocratización, corrupción latente, y falta o reducción de presupuesto, lo que afecta o limita el ejercicio público, en las esferas administrativa, normativa y política, inestabilizando a la administración, generando desconfianza social y una falta de gobernabilidad por las necesidades insatisfechas. Lo que nos ha permitido concluir la necesidad de incorporar herramientas tecnológicas como la inteligencia artificial para la contratación pública, el análisis de datos, atención al cliente, entre otros, qué podrían facilitar los trámites de la administración pública, así como combatir los actos de corrupción ante una mejor regulación informática.
La autotutela de la legalidad y corrección de actos administrativos: nociones básicas y alcance
Authors: Barba Tamayo Edison Paúl
Published: May 2024

El presente escrito analiza a la autotutela de legalidad y la corrección de actos administrativos, a través de nociones básicas y el alcance de estos en la legislación ecuatoriana. La investigación se origina al establecer el fundamento doctrinario y jurídico que habilita a la Administración Pública para ejecutar sus actos administrativos por medio de una de las prerrogativas más sustanciales de esta, como es la autotutela de legalidad; es así que se puede añadir que tanto está figura como la de corrección de actos administrativos es el derecho que tiene el Estado para corregir sus propios actos administrativos y de esta manera garantizar la legalidad a través de la corrección de sus decisiones, esto significa que las diferentes instituciones públicas pueden anular, modificar o revocar sus propios actos o decisiones con el fin de corregir cualquier error cometido. En el desarrollo de esta investigación se utilizó el método de investigación documental, su enfoque fue eminentemente cualitativo, ya que en base a la recopilación de información sobre su naturaleza jurídica; se exponen varios criterios acerca de estas figuras jurídicas; a fin de consolidar una revisión bibliográfica confiable definiendo que la autotutela de legalidad no prescribe ni caduca, pero esta potestad para algunos juristas se la puede definir como vulneradora para con los administrados.
A Corpus-Based Critical Discourse Analysis of Chinese and American News Coverage on Climate Change
Authors: Huang Xinyuan , Che Siqi
Published: May 2024

As the 27th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP27) convened, the climate issue remained a focal point of coverage in both Chinese and American mainstream media. This paper seeks to explore the linguistic features of news discourse of climate change in China and the United States and the discursive strategy applied to strengthen national ideologies. Taking the reports on climate change in China Daily and Los Angeles Times within 2 months after COP27 as the research corpus, this paper examines the language features, the discursive processes of the text and possible social factors through a combination of corpus linguistics(CL) and critical discourse analysis(CDA) under the framework of Fairclough’s Three-Dimensional Model of Discourse. The finding suggests that both countries enhance national ideologies by constructing a responsible national image through objective climate reporting. Chinese media tends to focus on national efforts to improve ecological environment and global cooperation, while US newspaper attaches importance to climate security and pursues a leading position in global ecological governance.
YAPON SAFORANING KIMYOVIY ELEMENTLAR TAHLILI
Authors: Asqarov Ibrohimjon Rahmonovich , Mamatqulova Surayyoxon Abdusamatovna , Abdujabborova Charosxon Sanjarbek qizi
Published: May 2024

Ushbu maqolada O’zbekiston hududlarida uchrovchi Yapon saforasi (lat. Styphnolóbium japónicum) daraxtining mevasi va bargi tarkibidagi  makro va mikroelementlarga boy bo’lgan, kimyoviy elementlar miqdori hakida so’z borgan. Yapon safora daraxtining mevasi va  bargi tarkibidan makroelementlardan 5 ta, mikroelementlardan 56 ta, jami 61 ta kimyoviy elementlar miqdori o’rganildi. Odam organizmining immun tizimi uchun kerakli bo’lgan  vitaminlar, mikro- hamda makrob elementlarni saqlaganligi sababli  immunostimulyatorlik hossaga egadir.
OZIQ-OVQATLAR, YOGʻ - MOY MAHSULOTLARINING BOJXONA EKSPERTIZASI VA TASNIFLANISHI
Authors: Abduraxmanova Azoda Jo‘rayevna , Karimqulov Qurbonqul Mavlanqulovich , Karimqulov Muzaffar
Published: May 2024

Maqolada oʻsimlik yogʻlari turlari tahlil etilgan. Ularni sifatini aniqlashni gaz-suyuqlik xromatografiyasi usulida ekspertizasini amalga oshirishning sodda usullari yaratilgan. Shuningdek sifatsiz tovarlar tarkibini aniqlashning zamonaviy “ekspress” usullari ishlab chiqildi xamda Tashqi iqtisodiy faoliyatning tovar nomenklatura asosida tasniflashni takomillashtirish boʻyicha tavsiyalar ishlab chiqilgan va bojxona amaliyotiga tavsiya etilgan.
NORFLOKSATSINNING ASETAT ANIONI BILAN HOSIL QILGAN ORGANIK TUZ SINTEZI VA HIRSHFELD SIRT TAHLILI
Authors: Rasulov Abdusamat Abdujabborovich , Aralov Xolmuhammad Abdujabborovich , Suyunov Jabbor Roʻziboyevich , Ashurov Jamshid Mengnorovich
Published: May 2024

Mazkur maqolada norfloksatsin (HL) ning sirka kislota anioni bilan hosil qilgan C36H50F2N6O13 tarkibli yangi organik tuz kompleks birikmasining sintezi, tarkibi, molekulyar va kristall tuzilishlari, rentgen tuzilish tahlili (RTT) yordamida o‘rganilgan. RTT usulida organik tuz birikmasi molekulyar massasi 812.8 g/mol, singoniyasi triklinik, fazoviy shakli P-1 ekanligi aniqlandi. Sintez qilingan organik tuzning RTT tahlilida olingan ma’lumotlari asosida komleksning Hirshfeld sirt tahlili qilindi hamda molekulalararo ta’sirlashish energiyalari hisoblab chiqildi. Hirshfeld sirt tahlili natijalariga ko‘ra ta’sirlarning asosiy qismini H…H (46.5%), H…O/O…H (30.0%) bog‘lari tashkil qilishi aniqlandi.
ARTISHOK (CYNARA SCOLYMUS L.) O‘SIMLIGINING BA’ZI SIFAT KO‘RSATGICHLARI VA TARKIBIDAGI SUVDA ERUVCHAN VITAMINLAR MIQDORI
Authors: Asqarov Ibrohimjon Rahmonovich , Abdulloyev Obidjon Shaxabidinovich , Mo'minov Mo‘ydinjon , Yusupov Muxammadyusup Avazbek o‘g‘li
Published: May 2024

Maqolada tikanli artishok (Cynara scolymus L.)  o‘simligi bargining nisbiy namlik darajasi, kul miqdori hamda  suvda eruvchan vitaminlar miqdori o‘rganildi. Tadqiqiot jarayonida o‘simlik bargining ekstrakti tarkibidagi B1, B2, B6, B9, B12 hamda C vitaminlar miqdori YuSSX usuli orqali aniqlandi.