bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Evaluation of Pulmonary Hypertension in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) by assessment of Chest X- Ray, ECG and Echocardiography
Authors: Kumar Sinjali Magar Nabin , Gaire Dhruba , Bahadur Amatya Prasanna
Published: December 2024

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is the top cause of death worldwide and a growing health care burden. Advanced COPD often causes pulmonary hypertension, affecting around 20% of patients. Severe PAH in COPD patients reduces median survival by 40 months. Early pulmonary hypertension identification in COPD patients is crucial. Physical examination, chest x-ray, ECG, and ECHO are non-invasive PAH screening procedures. This study found pulmonary hypertension in COPD patients by assessing chest X-ray, electrocardiographic, and echocardiographic findings and their correlation with ECG alterations. The study followed the cross-sectional observational study, in the national academy of medical sciences (NAMS), Bir Hospital, Kathmandu-Nepal. Patients who visited OPD or admitted with signs and symptoms of COPD diagnosed clinically, radiologically and/or by pulmonary function test (PFT), both male and female, in Bir Hospital. Each individual was chosen by simple random sampling method. N=100 cases were selected randomly by lottery over a period of one year. Patient’s chart, patients’s OPD card or structural questionnaire were used as the research instrument where Patients were selected for data collection by simple random sampling method like lottery among those who visited OPD or admitted in ward of Bir hospital with diagnosis of COPD by history, physical and radiological examination and/or PFT criteria. The highest COPD prevalence was in people 70 or older (42%), with 66% of these being women. The most common risk factor for COPD was smoking (75%). Chest x-ray abnormalities most often were significant pulmonary conus (76%) and cardiomegaly (63%).The majority of ECG abnormalities in COPD patients with pulmonary artery hypertension were P-pulmonale (84%), R/S ratio <1 in V5 or V6, right axis deviation (49%), and right bundle branch block (41%).83% of patients met RVH ECG criteria. Hence it concluded that ECHO is better than ECG and chest x-ray at detecting pulmonary hypertension in COPD, but ECG has good specificity and sensitivity for RVH and pulmonary hypertension, so chest x-ray and ECG should be routine testing.
Implementasi Sistem Aplikasi Pembayaran Digital Payment Dalam Pelaksanaan Pembayaran Berbasis Cashless Di Masa Pandemi Covid-19
Authors: Wahyudi Rama , Muhartono Djoko Siswanto
Published: December 2024

Sejalan dengan tren pembayaran belanja negara yang terus meningkat, pemerintah menggunakan sistem digital untuk melaksanakan pembayaran berbasis cashless. Sistem digital memberikan keuntungan dalam efektifitas pembayaran belanja negara hingga ke penerima pembayaran dan mendukung efisiensi pengelolaan keuangan negara. Salah satu sistem digital yang digunakan adalah aplikasi Digital Payment yang dikembangkan Direktorat Jenderal Perbendaharaan. Penelitian ini  bertujuan untuk meninjau penggunaan aplikasi Digital Payment dalam melakukan pembayaran non tunai kepada penerima pembayaran (supplier) pada kurun waktu tahun 2019-2021. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan teknik studi kepustakaan dan wawancara kepada beberapa narasumber. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa penggunaan Digital Payment dalam pembayaran berbasis non tunai cukup efektif. Meskipun demikian masih terdapat kendala pada fleksibilitas sistem, pola pikir, dan sumber daya manusia sehingga aplikasi belum diterapkan secara optimal. Untuk meningkatkan penggunaan, maka diperlukan perbaikan aplikasi Digipay dan sosialisasi yang berkelanjutan kepada UMKM dan bendahara pengeluaran.
AS CONTRIBUIÇÕES DO ESTÁGIO SUPERVISIONADO PARA A FORMAÇÃO INICIAL DE PROFESSORES
Authors: Magerbio Gomes Torres - Crato, CE (Brasil) Cícero , Helena Correia de Andrade Meneses - Crato, CE (Brasil) Lucia , Irene Esmeraldo Paz - Crato, CE (Brasil) Maria
Published: December 2024

Este artigo aborda a formação inicial de professores e a importância do estágio supervisionado na construção de uma prática educativa reflexiva e crítica. A problematização surge da necessidade de refletir sobre a teoria com as realidades da sala de aula, considerando que a formação docente deve promover a reflexão e a adaptação às demandas contemporâneas. O estudo justifica-se pela crescente preocupação com a qualidade da educação e a formação de educadores capacitados para enfrentar os desafios do cotidiano escolar. O objetivo consiste em analisar as abordagens teóricas sobre a formação inicial e o estágio supervisionado, além de discutir suas implicações práticas. Para isso, foi utilizada uma metodologia de pesquisa bibliográfica, permitindo a análise de dados secundários e contribuições teóricas consolidadas. Os resultados indicam para uma formação integral, que articule teoria e prática, como fundamental para o desenvolvimento profissional dos futuros educadores. Conclui-se sobre a necessidade de uma formação mais crítica, que possa problematizar as diretrizes curriculares e o papel do estágio curricular supervisionado como oportunidade para os docentes em formação sociovienciarem de forma reflexiva sua prática.
Wayang Kardus sebagai Media Pembelajaran Kreatif untuk Melestarikan Budaya Lokal di Kabupaten Kediri
Authors: Mahamid Mochammad Nginwanun Likullil
Published: December 2024

This article describes cardboard puppets as an artistic innovation on local culture that adapts puppet art in a simpler form by using used cardboard as its main material. Through descriptive qualitative research, the article aims to examine the function of cardboard puppets as a creative learning medium as well as a means of preserving local culture in Kediri Regency. The results of the study show that cardboard puppets not only reintroduce puppet art to the younger generation, but also become an educational medium that involves students in creative activities. Making cardboard puppets trains motoric skills, improves imagination, instills local wisdom values through the stories told, and instills awareness of the importance of environmental preservation. The cardboard puppets is a concrete example of how traditional art can adapt to the challenges of modernity through innovation.
 
Artikel ini membahas wayang kardus sebagai inovasi seni budaya lokal yang mengadaptasi seni wayang dalam bentuk lebih sederhana dengan menggunakan kardus bekas sebagai bahan utamanya. Melalui penelitian kualitatif deskriptif, artikel ini mengkaji fungsi wayang kardus sebagai media pembelajaran kreatif sekaligus sarana pelestarian budaya lokal di Kabupaten Kediri. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa wayang kardus tidak hanya memperkenalkan kembali seni wayang kepada generasi muda, tetapi juga menjadi media pendidikan yang melibatkan siswa dalam aktivitas kreatif. Pembuatan wayang kardus melatih keterampilan motorik, meningkatkan imajinasi, menanamkan nilai-nilai kearifan lokal melalui cerita yang disampaikan, serta menanamkan kesadaran terhadap pentingnya pelestarian lingkungan. Wayang kardus adalah contoh konkret bagaimana seni tradisional dapat beradaptasi dengan tantangan modernitas melalui inovasi.
تنظيم قانون العمل الليبي لأحكام ترقية الموظف العام وضوابطها
Authors: عيسى أيمن بكار
Published: December 2024

لقد تناولنا في هذا البحث تنظيم قانون العمل الليبي لأحكام وضوابط ترقية الموظف العام، وقد قسمناه إلى مبحثين، تناولنا في المبحث الأول تعريف الترقية وأهميتها ومعاييرها، أما المبحث الثاني فقد خصصناها للموانع القانونية للترقية، والرقابة الإدارية والقضائية على إجراءات الترقية، وانتهى البحث إلى عدة من النتائج والتوصيات، وتتمثل أهم النتائج في أن الترقية تُعد من الحقوق الأساسية التي يتمتع بها الموظف العام خلال مسيرته المهنية، ثم إن ترقية الموظف العام تنضبط بمعايير وشروط محددة مسبقاً من المشرع، غير أن هناك موانع للترقية، وحماية لحقوق الأفراد من تعسف الإدارة فقد منح المشرع للموظف العام الحق في سلوك طريق التظلم الإداري أو الطعن القضائي على قرارات الترقية المخالفة للقوانين واللوائح، أما التوصيات فتتمثل أبرزها في مناشدة المشرع الليبي بإنشاء نظام قانوني حديث ومتطور للترقية يتماشى مع التطورات المتسارعة في مجال الإدارة، كما ننصح المشرع الليبي بجعل الترقية حقاً خالصًا للموظف العام، بحيث تلتزم الإدارة بمنحها متى توفرت شروطها.
الأساس القانوني للجان المشتريات في لائحة العقود الإدارية رقم (563) لسنة 2007م واللوائح المكملة لها
Authors: بو اقنين خالد
Published: December 2024

من الناحية القانونية؛ وفي ظل لائحة العقود الإدارية رقم (563) لسنة 2007م؛ لا توجد إلا لجنتين فقط لإبرام العقود الحكومية، هما: لجنة العطاءات ولجنة التكليف المباشر، ولكن الواقع العملي أفرز لجان تعاقدات أخرى؛ عرفت باسم لجان المشتريات؛ في ظل استغراق عمل لجان العطاءات والتكليف المباشر لكافة طرق التعاقد المحددة قانوناً؛ خلصنا في نهاية المطاف إلى أن هذه اللجنة ما هي إلا لجنة مختصة بالتعاقد بطريق التكليف المباشر؛ في حالة واحدة من حالات التكليف المباشر، وهي الحالة الخاصة بتوفير المشتريات الضرورية.
توالت بعد ذلك تعديلات عديدة، منها ما جعل لجان المشتريات غير قانونية، ومنها ما جعل سند وجودها العرف الإداري، لينتهي المطاف بتنظيمها بشكل صريح بموجب قرار مجلس وزراء حكومة الوحدة الوطنية رقم (12) لسنة 2023م، كما خلصنا إلى أن تعدد لجان التعاقدات الحكومية يخلو من أي سند أو مسوغ واقعي أو منطقي يبرر هذا التعدد؛ الأمر الذي دفعنا إلى اقتراح إناطة كافة طرق التعاقد بلجنة واحدة.
Assessments of membrane stabilizing and clot lysis capacity of Canna indica flower aqueous extract: In vitro study
Authors:   Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Science and Technology University, Chowdhury Raihan , Hasan Md. Sakib Al ,   BioLuster Research Center Ltd.
Published: December 2024

This study aims to investigate the membrane-stabilizing and clot-lysis activities of an aqueous extract derived from the flowers of Canna indica (CIFA) on human blood in vitro. In this experiment, erythrocyte lysis was induced by a hypotonic solution, and clot formation was created by incubating the blood sample at 37°C for 45 minutes. We conducted experiments using varying amounts of acetyl salicylic acid 6.25–100 µL and a fixed amount of streptokinase (SK) 100 µL as the positive control groups. The group designated as the negative control treated the vehicle. CIFA was treated at doses ranging from 6.25 to 100 µL. CIFA demonstrated dose-dependent membrane stabilizing and clot lysis abilities. The CIFA exhibited a wide range of membrane stabilizing capabilities, with a percentage of 71.03 ± 0.02 at a concentration of 100 µL. The EC50 of the test extract was calculated to be 47.43 ± 1.02 µL. In contrast, CIFA demonstrated clot lysis capabilities of 60.38 ± 2.37% at the same concentration, with the EC50 of the test extract calculated at 91.42 ± 1.86 µL. CIFA demonstrated significant membrane stabilizing and clot lysis activity in human blood, suggesting that they could be promising candidates for the treatment of atherothrombosis.
Sustainable Diets - A submodule in the SustainComp Curriculum
Authors: Nordgård Vik Frøydis , Røed Margrethe , Bjornes Camilla
Published: December 2024

The SustainComp project was initiated in response to the pressing challenges faced by the EU in terms of health, environment, and climate change. With a focus on cross-border collaboration, the project aimed to develop a future-oriented curriculum on sustainable development for Higher Education Institutions. One of the submodules, Sustainable Diets, focuses on diets with low environmental impacts which also promote food security and adequate nutrition, leading to healthy lives for current and future generations. Promoting these diets are essential for achieving the UNs sustainable development goals. This paper describes the development of this submodule and the assessment of the full-scale pilot carried out in October 2023 with teacher education students in Denmark. The research question is: How did students perceive the content, the competence acquired, and delivery of the submodule Sustainable Diets?
The data was collected from a student survey conducted immediately after the end of the submodule.  
The results showed that the student’s pre-competences in this topic varied. After the full-scale pilot most students expressed that their competencies in the topic sustainable diets increased to some or to a large degree (60 % to 84 %). Even though most of the students expressed benefits with online teaching, some preferred the teachers to be physically present. The findings also emphasized that short teaching videos and instruction videos for the student-active activities, were valued by the students.
Retroactive criminal law in relation to crimes of aggression: historical and international aspects
Authors: Bagandova Leila Zakirovna
Published: December 2024

The subject of this research is the planning, preparation, and waging of an aggressive war as a crime against the peace and security of mankind. The author raises the problem of the possibility of applying the retroactive force of the criminal law to an act of this kind, despite the absence of such a provision in article 10 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation. As examples, the author provides examples of the initiation of criminal proceedings against the crime of genocide as one of the crimes against the peace and security of mankind. Special attention is paid to issues of international law, as well as judicial precedents concerning the consideration of disputes on this issue. The role of the International Military Tribunal for War Criminals of the European Axis Countries (Nuremberg Tribunal) in the formulation and subsequent consolidation of the rule on crimes of aggression is emphasized. In his research, the author uses such methods as historical, systematic, formal-legal, comparative, as well as methods of analysis, deduction and formal logic. The author's special contribution to the consideration of this issue is the study of the historical and philosophical foundations, the moral and ethical side of making genocide norms retroactive from both the point of view of international and national criminal law, as well as the study of the speeches of defenders and prosecutors at the Nuremberg trials on the issue under consideration. The main result of the study is the author's conclusion about the need to consolidate in the legislation of the Russian Federation the provision on the need to make the criminal law retroactive in relation to crimes against the peace and security of mankind by amending part 2 of Article 10 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation. Expanding the definition of this rule would also simplify criminal procedural activities in the context of the initiation of criminal cases in these circumstances and their investigation.
Water quality caracterization of Drean-Annaba aquifer (NE Algeria): using hydrochemical and isotopic tools
Authors: Yahi Abderahmane , Djabri Larbi , Remmani Rania , Bouguerra Hamza , Tachi Salah Eddine , Chemseddine Fehdi , Rihab Hadji , Mokadem Naziha , Hamed Younes , Bouri Salem
Published: December 2024

In the Drean-Annaba alluvial aquifer, the water quality often fluctuates. Water-rock interactions cannot be the main cause of the observed changes, but the country’s dryness during the last two decades has played a significant role in water quality changes. During this time, abnormalities in the timing and distribution of rainfall events were detected. As a result, hydrochemical changes in groundwater and surface water, such as wadis, have a predictable pattern. To demonstrate these chemical effects statistically, principal component analysis (PCA) tools and a nickel diagram were used. The findings corroborate seasonal fluctuations in water quality between 1999 and 2000. The competition between alkaline and alkaline earths can be seen from a cationic standpoint. On the other hand, there is a shift from chlorides to sulfates and possibly to bicarbonates from an anionic standpoint. The isotopic technique revealed neo-salinity whose source was unknown. The current study was conducted in a small area, which was beneficial for demonstrating the relationship between dryness and water quality in both the aquifer system and surface water. This study investigated the complex dynamics of water salinity within the Seybouse Basin, offering insights into its distribution, origins, and implications for groundwater management. Through a multidisciplinary approach encompassing hydrochemical analyses, mineralization mapping, and isotopic investigations, we elucidate significant patterns governing groundwater quality in the region. Our findings reveal the intricate interplay of factors such as marine intrusion, evaporation, and geological formations in shaping salinity levels across various water sources. The spatial variations highlighted through mineralization mapping and Br/Cl ratio analysis underscore the nuanced nature of marine intrusion along the coast, which is influenced by hydrodynamic factors and geological features. The identification of distinct salinity families based on conductivity and isotopic signatures underscores the diverse mechanisms contributing to water salinity, from evaporation-induced conductivity changes to the effects of recent heating. This research underscores the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in understanding groundwater systems and informs critical considerations for water resource management and sustainability efforts in the Seybouse basin and similar regions. By leveraging the insights gleaned from our study, stakeholders can develop targeted strategies to mitigate salinity-related risks and ensure the sustainable utilization of water resources.
A statistical approach for describing coastal karst aquifer: the case of the Salento aquifer (Southern Italy)
Authors: Alfio Maria Rosaria , Balacco Gabriella , Dragone Valeria , Polemio Maurizio
Published: December 2024

A time series approach was proposed to improve the knowledge of a wide coastal karst aquifer. The approach combines time series decomposition, trend, autocorrelation and cross-correlation analyses using both daily and monthly temperature, rainfall and piezometric data with different temporal characteristics. The approach merges shorter and complete daily time series (2007-2011) with long-lasting monthly times series (1965-2011) with relevant gaps. The approach was applied to the Salento aquifer (Southern Italy) to enhance the comprehensive approach of statistical tools and variables in assessing the hydrodynamic properties of karst systems. Results underscore the approach's effectiveness in describing the hydrodynamic properties of a coastal karst aquifer, unveiling the significant inertia of the investigated karst system concerning transmissivity and substantial storage capacity. Differences in memory effect and response time between daily and monthly analyses emphasise the intricate nature of the examined system and the influence of dataset quality. A long-lasting declining piezometric trend was observed as an effect of climate change and anthropic pressure.
Dalla Piazza d’Armi a CityLife: uno spazio in evoluzione a Milano
Authors: Bergaglio Maristella
Published: December 2024

Abstract From Piazza d’Armi to CityLife: An Evolving Space in Milan One of the most significant and recent examples of the process of reappropriation of abandoned or underused spaces in the city of Milan is the case of the recovery of the former Fiera di Milano area, now called CityLife, which began in 2007 and is now nearing completion. The project was characterized by a complete urban and structural rethinking of the area with the inclusion of tall buildings, retails and new housing units. The CityLife project, however, is only the latest in a long series of transformations, uses and redesigns that this area has undergone over the last 140 years (1884-2024). The research focuses on the analysis of the evolutionary phases of the ex Fair quadrilateral, focusing on the structural and functional changes and the ways in which this space can be used over time.
Il problema storico e metodologico delle guerre di confine nella Grecia antica
Authors: Franchi Elena
Published: December 2024

This article addresses some of the research issues related to border wars in Ancient Greece. Firstly, the ritual border wars are explored, and whether and in what forms their ritual character can be related to initiation rituals. Secondly, the problem of disputed borderland is examined, including related issues such as border linearity and its legal definition. Thirdly, the role of koina in adjudicating centuries-old border disputes involved in federalisation processes is analysed.
Single-step Synthesis of Activated Carbon from Arabica Spent Coffee Ground using K2CO3 as Activator Agent
Authors:   University of Indonesia, Depok, Mieldan Ghina Ivana , Yuliusman Yuliusman ,   University of Indonesia, Depok
Published: December 2024

Activated carbon is a nanomaterial that is often used as an effective adsorbent. Activated
carbon raw materials can use biomass, such as coffee grounds, which can be found along with the growth
of public interest in coffee drinks. Chemical activators are used for activation to increase biomass carbon's
adsorption capacity. Using K2CO3 activator to increase the specific surface area of activated carbon is
more harmless than KOH. The use of spent coffee grounds as carbon source and food additive K2CO3 as
an activator can make food-grade activated carbon that can be used for food. This study aimed to
synthesize activated carbon in one-step synthesis by utilizing coffee grounds biomass waste by varying
the mass ratio between biomass waste and K2CO3. The activated carbon was characterized using SEM
EDX and iodine numbers. Activated carbon was prepared with spent coffee ground and K2CO3 with the
mass ratio of 1:1 gained the largest surface area of 1052 m2.g-1 despite having the lowest yield of 18%.
Screening Envelope Genes Across Primate Genomes Reveals Evolution and Diversity Patterns of Endogenous Retroviruses
Authors: Chabukswar Saili , Grandi Nicole , Soddu Elena , Lin Liang-Tzung , Tramontano Enzo
Published: December 2024

Endogenous Retroviruses (ERVs) are integrated into the host DNA as result of ancient germ line infections, majorly by extinct exogenous retroviruses. In fact, vertebrates’ genomes contain thousands of ERV copies, providing “fossil” records for the ancestral retroviral diversity and its evolution within the host. Like exogenous retroviruses, ERV proviral sequence consists of
gag, pro, pol
, and
env
genes flanked by long terminal repeats (LTRs). Among them, the characterization of
env
gene changes over time allows both to understand ERVs evolutionary trajectory and possible physiological and pathological domestication. To this aim, we reconstructed 32 Env sequences representing the prototypes of these ancestral proteins in Class I, Class II, and Class III HERVs. These reconstructed Envs were then employed in diverse methods comprising similarity search, phylogenetic analysis, and examination of recombination events occurred within primates’ genomes that were applied to 43 primate species across the
Catarrhini
and
Platyrrhini
parvorders. Through a comprehensive pipeline we reconstitute a phylogenetic distribution of ERV based specifically on the
env
genes, showing that the ERVs have been prevalent and widely distributed across the primate lineage. We observed for the first time the presence of the HML groups in the
Platyrrhini
parvorder, possibly indicating initiation of spread of HML supergroup before the split between New World Monkeys (NWM) and Old World Monkeys (OWM) i.e. even before 40 mya. Importantly, we confirmed notable interclass and intra-class
env
recombination events showing the phenomenon of “
env
snatching” among primates’ ERVs. As a result, we demonstrate that tracing the diversity patterns of ERVs’
env
provides relevant insights into the retroviral evolutionary history of ERVs in
Catarrhini
and
Platyrrhini
parvorders. Overall, our findings reveal that
env
recombination contributes to the diversification of ERVs, thereby broadening our comprehension of retroviral and primate evolution.
Synergistic effect of inhibiting CHK2 and DNA replication on cancer cell growth
Authors: Coquel Flavie , Ho Sing-Zong , Tsai Keng-Chang , Yang Chun-Yen , Aze Antoine , Devin Julie , Chang Ting-Hsiang , Kong-Hap Marie , Bioteau Audrey , Moreaux Jerome , Maiorano Domenico , Pourquier Philippe , Yang Wen-Chin , Lin Yea-Lih , Pasero Philippe
Published: December 2024

Cancer cells display high levels of oncogene-induced replication stress (RS) and rely on DNA damage checkpoint for viability. This feature is exploited by cancer therapies to either increase RS to unbearable levels or inhibit checkpoint kinases involved in the DNA damage response. Thus far, treatments that combine these two strategies have shown promise but also have severe adverse effects. To identify novel, better-tolerated anticancer combinations, we screened a collection of plant extracts and found two natural compounds from the plant, Psoralea corylifolia, that synergistically inhibit cancer cell proliferation. Bakuchiol inhibited DNA replication and activated the checkpoint kinase CHK1 by targeting DNA polymerases. Isobavachalcone interfered with DNA double-strand break repair by inhibiting the checkpoint kinase CHK2 and DNA end resection. The combination of bakuchiol and isobavachalcone synergistically inhibited cancer cell proliferation in vitro. Importantly, it also prevented tumor development in xenografted NOD/SCID mice. The synergistic effect of inhibiting DNA replication and CHK2 signaling identifies a vulnerability of cancer cells that might be exploited by using clinically approved inhibitors in novel combination therapies.
Yrkesutøvelse i Kunst og håndverk
Authors: Berg Lise-Kari , Standal Øyvind Førland
Published: December 2024

Undersøkelsen tar utgangspunkt i kunst og håndverklærernes egen erfaring, og diskuterer det lærerne forteller at de gjør i skolehverdagen. Målet er å bidra til praksisnær forskning i kunst og håndverk ved å undersøke yrkesutøvelse fra lærerens perspektiv. Analysen bygger på intervjuer med ni lærere som gir oss et blikk inn i arbeidshverdagen deres. Undersøkelsen teoretiske perspektiv tar utgangspunkt i en fenomenologisk forståelse av yrkeskunnskap som handlingsbasert kunnskap. Mer spesifikt undersøkes lærernes handlingsberedskap forstått som kunnskap og ferdigheter lærerne trenger i skolehverdagen.  Vi stiller spørsmålet: Hva er kunst og håndverklærerens handlingsberedskap i skolehverdagen? Funnene synliggjør kompleksiteten lærernes yrkesutøvelse. Analysen viser at handlingsberedskapen er sammensatt av tre dimensjoner: logistikk og organisering, den kunnskapen læreren har (i hendene) og selve undervisningen.
«Jeg kommer med gull»
Authors: Bernsen Anette Sofie
Published: December 2024

Artikkelen utforsker hvordan ulike interaksjonsformer i iscenesatte rom kan ha betydning for barns deltakelse og uttrykk i barnehagen. Gjennom en a/r/tografisk tilnærming søker studien kunnskap om samskapende prosesser med barn, der objekter og materialer i iscenesatte rom spiller en betydelig rolle. Analyseprosessen kombinerer en utforskende analysetilnærming med en strammere tematisk analyse. To hovedkategorier identifiseres; regelstyrte interaksjonsformer og lekende interaksjonsformer. Utforsking og analyse av dette begrepsparet bidrar til å gi innsikt i eksisterende pedagogisk praksis, og øker den helhetlige forståelsen av barns varierte uttrykksmåter, både kroppslige og verbale. Studien understøtter viktigheten av å inkludere lekende interaksjonsformer for å støtte alle barns uttrykksformer, og synliggjør derfor at det er behov for en bredere diskusjon om barns muligheter til aktiv deltakelse i sin egen barnehagehverdag.
Ludic pitch
Authors: Purnomo SF. Luthfie Arguby , Untari Lilik , Pujiyanti Umi , An Adzhani Shabrina , Adila Wildi , Umam Robith Khoiril , Purnama SF. Lukfianka Sanjaya , Sartika Yustin , Fathan Fathan
Published: December 2024

Pitches of Shark Tank, an award-winning American investment reality show, offer the viewers a unique way of pitching their brands and products. We call it a ludic pitch. To indicate that this unique pitch requires a neologism, we employed the theories of market pitching discourse by Sherry, brand name’s association by Meyers-Levi, self-reference by Bartlett, language play by Crystal, and mnemonology by Whorten and Hunt. We argue that this type of pitching is in need of neologism since this pitch has distinctive features compared to the general pitch. A ludic pitch emphasizes wordplaying on brand and product lexicons through visual-medial aids and theatrical acts to generate laughter from the catchers or sharks and to lighten the mood of the pitch. The pitchers exercise a ludic pitch through intra-referential, inter-referential, and extra-referential fashions. The first focuses on brand and product lexicon wordplays through deriving possible meronymous forms of the brand or product lexicons. The second emphasizes synonymity of a wordplay on the pitched brand and product lexicons. The third highlights the use of seemingly unrelated and irrelevant intertextual references to wordplay on the brand and product lexicons. This study might be employed as a theoretical basis to encourage a further examination over the ludic pitch on other pitching programs or non-televised pitches.
Book review
Authors: Scully Richard
Published: December 2024

Book review
From Fantômas to The Black Doll
Authors: Novaković Nikola
Published: December 2024

American author and illustrator Edward Gorey (1925–2000) was open in interviews about the importance of silent cinema for his work, and in particular the films of the prolific French film director Louis Feuillade (1873–1925). Focusing on this underexplored aspect of Gorey’s work, the paper examines how Gorey employs visual, compositional, and narrative elements from Feuillade’s films, as well as their development of uncertainty within the areas of space, narrative, and character and object identity within the genre of nonsense. The influence of Feuillade is traced across such works as La Malle Saignante (The Bleeding Trunk, 1975), a bilingual homage to silent cinema, and Gorey’s silent screenplay The Black Doll (1973), while also identifying possible conventions of nonsense within Feuillade’s own silent films.
A Study on Disaster Inequality Among Vulnerable Populations Perceived by Volunteer Firefighters and Measures for Improvement
Authors: Moon Bohyun , Lee Jeong-Hyeok
Published: December 2024

This study examines disaster inequality as perceived by volunteer firefighters and offers recommendations to guide future government disaster management policies. In April 2024, a quantitative survey was conducted with 101 volunteer firefighters in G City, G Province, followed by focus group interviews with public and private experts in May 2024. The findings indicated that the elderly are considered the most vulnerable to disasters. Furthermore, significant differences in disaster awareness were observed depending on the availability of manuals. The study highlighted the need for legal reforms and the expansion of volunteer firefighter roles, including certification programs, to enhance disaster preparedness and responses for vulnerable populations. Therefore, it is necessary to improve educational and training programs for volunteer firefighters, focusing on the needs of the elderly who are vulnerable to disasters. Furthermore, enhancing legal and institutional measures will help empower volunteer firefighters to act as effective leaders in disaster management.
Comparative Analysis of Fire-Detection Characteristics of Si-Based RGB Color Sensors and Existing Fire-Detection Sensors
Authors: Choi Ji-Won , Kim Sung-Hwan , Jung Hai-Young
Published: December 2024

The industrial development and urbanization in modern society have accelerated the trend toward larger and taller buildings, thus resulting in more frequent large-scale fire incidents. Consequently, fire-detection technology has become more important. However, conventional fire detectors continue to be affected by issues such as false alarms caused by non-fire situations. Hence, this study proposes a novel fire-detection technology that utilizes Si-based RGB color sensors. An experimental fire-detection apparatus is developed, and the sensor detection characteristics under smoke and flame conditions are analyzed. The results confirm that the detection speed and sensor output vary depending on the type of combustible material used. Specifically, the Si-based RGB color sensor detected fires 26.7 and 43.7 s faster than temperature sensors in smoke and flame experiments, respectively, and 26.6 and 15.4 s faster than flame-detection sensors, respectively. Therefore, the proposed Si-based RGB color sensor performs better than the conventional fire detectors by offering rapid and more accurate fire detection, thus contributing to improved fire safety.
External Exposure Experiment and Condensation Detection Method for Air Sampling Smoke Detectors in Freezer Storage
Authors: Choi Su-Gil , Lee Gun-Ho
Published: December 2024

In this study, a pipe temperature characteristics test and a condensation detection method were conducted for each area of the air sampling smoke detector in the freezer. Among the temperature gradient experiments for each zone, the maximum temperature differences were as follows: Zone 1: –6.8 ℃, Zone 2: –0.7 ℃, Zone 3: –0.3 ℃, and Zone 4: 5.8 ℃, indicating the largest temperature difference between the outdoor contact part and the area exposed to the wind side of the cooler. In areas with large temperature gradients, condensation and freezing occurred in the air-sampling smoke detector pipe. In an experiment to detect condensation in an air suction-type pipe using a pressure sensor, a measurement of 1,058 mV was recorded by the pressure sensor during the operation of an air-sampling smoke detector fan with a standardized airflow. When freezing occurred at the pipe inlet due to condensation, we confirmed that the voltage increased by 1,069 mV in one location, 1,099 mV in three locations, and 1,110 mV in five locations. Accordingly, we believe that by transmitting the voltage signal from the pressure sensor due to the pressure drop caused by condensation, the flow rate and pressure status of the pipe can be monitored, allowing for maintenance based on abnormal signals.
Effect of Aromatherapy using Lavender Oil on Audio and Visual Reaction Time: A Quasi-experimental Study
Authors: Chaudhary Saroj , Kaur Manjinder , Sharma Suman , Kurmi Naren , Shrimali Khushboo , Pipliwal Soniya , Singh Muskan
Published: December 2024

Introduction: Recently, the aromatheraphy has been a topic of interest in field of research and is reported to exert psychomodulatory effects through the limbic system. Lavender oil is widely researched for its effects on nervous system and shows calming effects.

Aim: To evaluate Auditory Reaction Time (ART) and Visual Reaction Time (VRT) after 30 minutes of inhalational of lavender oil.

Materials and Methods: This quasi-experimental study was conducted on 30 healthy volunteers after obtaining the clearance from ethics committee and informed consent from the participant. The audiovisual time was recorded twice for each subject, before and after the intervention i.e., 30 minutes of inhalation of lavender oil using aroma lamp. The data was analysed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 20.0.

Results: The present study showed significant prolongation of both ART and VRT (p-value=0.04 and 0.01, respectively) after 30 minutes inhalation of lavender oil from pre-exposure value of ART increased from 0.76±0.25 msec to 0.91±0.31 msec and VRT increased from 0.62±0.20 msec to 0.74±0.18 msec was observed.

Conclusion: The prolongation of ART and VRT indicates the inhibitory effect of the inhalational lavender oil on the central neuron especially in the limbic system, through the activation of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) receptors. Hence, it results in calming effect on the brain, inducing relaxation and sedation.
Drone-Based Sensing and Imaging for Fruit Crop Monitoring: A Review
Authors: Goswami Anwesha , Phonglo Pritam , Medhi Marjana , Hazarika Priyam , Bezbaruah Dikhasmita , Chutia Nikee
Published: December 2024

The global fruit production industry has been suffering from numerous problems in the yield, quality, and food safety context. The use of drone-based sensing and imaging technologies has emerged as a promising approach for monitoring fruit crops, enabling real-time assessment of crop health, growth, and development. Monitoring fruit crops helps identify areas of improvement and makes decisions based on data.  This review focuses on the various sensor technologies utilized in drone-based fruit crop monitoring, including RGB, multispectral, hyperspectral, thermal, and LiDAR sensors. The applications of these sensors are discussed, including yield estimation and prediction, crop growth monitoring, disease detection and diagnosis, pest detection and management, nutrient deficiency detection, and water stress monitoring. The review highlights the advantages and limitations of each sensor technology, as well as the challenges associated with data processing and analysis. Case studies demonstrate the effectiveness of drone-based sensing and imaging in fruit crop monitoring, and future directions are discussed, including the integration of sensor technologies with other precision agriculture tools and the development of specialized sensors and cameras. Standardization and best practices are emphasized as crucial for the widespread adoption of drone-based sensing and imaging in fruit crop monitoring.
Synergies and Trade-Offs of Climate-Smart Agriculture Practices and Mediating Factors in Enhancing Maize Yields among Smallholder Farmers in Tanzania's Semi-Arid Regions
Authors: Yusuph Amri S. , Nzunda Emmanuel F. , Mourice Sixbert K , Dalgaard Tommy
Published: December 2024

The impact of climate change on agriculture in sub-Saharan Africa has been significant in recent years, particularly affecting smallholder farmers in semi-arid regions in Tanzania. Although research on climate-smart agriculture (CSA) practices has grown, the synergies and potential trade-offs from such practices among smallholder farmers in Tanzania's semi-arid regions have received little attention. To address this, 299 households were interviewed and path analysis was used to analyze the data collected. Correlations between CSA practices used in maize farming in semi-arid areas of Tanzania were analysed as well as direct and indirect effects of access to credit, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) assistance, Membership in organisations, distance to market and CSA training on increasing maize yields. The results showed that access to credit, assistance from NGOs, membership in an organization, distance to market, and CSA training act as mediating factors between CSA practices and an increase in maize yield. The study found that improved varieties were positively correlated with changes in planting date, use of animal manure, minimum tillage, intercropping, mixed cropping, and livestock diversification (P<0.05).
The study emphasizes the importance of implementing these practices together to generate a positive impact and increase smallholder farmers' crop yields and resilience to climate change in semi-arid regions. The study recommends that in order to increase synergies and minimize trade-offs between climate-smart agriculture (CSA) practices the government and non-governmental organizations strengthen the extension system, promote access to CSA training, and make affordable credit available through financial organizations.
Factors Influencing E-payment Adoption and its Effect on Consumer Buying Behaviour in Bhutan
Authors: Drakpa Dawa , Samdrup Yeshi , Tashi Ugyen , Wangyel Ugyen Wangchuk , Pokhrel Upendra , Norbu Wangdi
Published: December 2024

Aims: This study examines the factors influencing adoption of e-payment systems in Bhutan and their effects on consumer impulse buying behaviour, providing insights into a developing country's digital payment landscape.
Study Design: A quantitative research approach was used to analyse key determinants of e-payment adoption and their impact on consumer buying behaviour.
Place and Duration of Study: Data were collected from 399 respondents in Thimphu and Phuntsholing from June to August 2024.
Methodology: A structured questionnaire was distributed to selected e-payment users and regression analysis was conducted to explore the relationships among factors such as ease of use, perceived usefulness, trust, security, and social influences.
Results: The findings indicate that perceived ease of use, security, and social influences significantly drive e-payment adoption. Conversely, trust negatively impacts adoption and perceived usefulness shows no significant effect. E-payment adoption positively influences consumer impulse buying behaviour.
Conclusion: The acceptance of e-payments in Bhutan depends on ease of use, security, and social factors, with trust being a significant barrier. This research highlights the need for improved security measures and initiatives to build consumer trust, promote e-payment use and reduce impulsive buying. The findings provide insights for businesses and policymakers, including the Royal Monetary Authority and banks, to enhance digital payment infrastructure and consumer engagement in Bhutan. Future research should also examine cultural and contextual factors and rural perspective influencing e-payment adoption in emerging markets, aiding our understanding of digital payment systems in developing nations.
Evaluation on Adaptation Strategies for Enhancing Pearl Millet Productivity under Changing Climate Using DSSAT -Cropgro Model over Semi-Arid Tracts of Tamil Nadu
Authors: Ramanjineyulu M. , Pandi V. K. Paul , Geethalakshmi V. , Vannirajan C. , Venkataraman N. S. , Prabharan J.
Published: December 2024

Field experiment was conducted at Agricultural College and Research Institute, Madurai with the treatment combination comprised of three sowing dates at biweekly intervals (II FN of September, I FN of October and II FN of October) and three nitrogen levels Recommended Dose of Nitrogen (RDN), 75% (RDN) and 125% (RDN) replicated thrice with two varieties CO (Cu) 10 and ABV 04 in factorial RBD design. The results obtained from the field trial was used for calibrating and validating the dynamic crop simulation model DSSAT-CROPGRO for predicting the growth and yield of pearl millet crop.  Pearl millet is highly responsive and sensitive to precipitation and temperature. Sensitivity of crop model (DSSAT) simulation as well as the response of productivity for the changes in Carbon, Temperature, Water and Nitrogen (CTWN) was assessed. The analysis revealed that raise in elevated temperature beyond 2oC inhibits the growth and productivity of pearl millet. The grain yield of pearl millet was higher when the crop receives 25 per cent more rainfall from the current condition and further increase in rainfall decreased the pearl millet productivity.  Increased level of N up to 100 kg ha-1 had positively influenced the grain yield resulting in higher economic returns under the current climate conditions.
Nano-seed Coating Technologies for Enhancing Vegetable Seed Performance and Stress Tolerance
Authors: Singh Sultan , Pathak Stuti , Yogita  , Singh Jasdev , Kamboj Mohit , Singh Vikram
Published: December 2024

Nano-seed coating technologies have emerged as a revolutionary tool in modern agriculture, offering promising solutions to enhance vegetable seed performance and stress tolerance. These coatings integrate nanomaterials with bioactive compounds, enabling precise delivery of nutrients, growth regulators, and protective agents directly to the seed. The nanoscale size ensures improved adhesion, controlled release, and enhanced interaction with the seed surface, fostering uniform germination and seedling vigour. The application of nano-coatings not only improves the physiological quality of seeds but also enhances their resilience to abiotic stresses such as drought, salinity, and temperature extremes. Encapsulation of essential nutrients and biostimulants within nanocarriers boosts seed metabolic activities, while antimicrobial and antifungal agents in the coating provide protection against seed-borne pathogens. Additionally, the technology supports sustainable agricultural practices by reducing the need for excessive agrochemical use. Recent advancements have demonstrated significant improvements in germination rates, root development, and overall plant growth in various vegetable crops, making nano-seed coatings a pivotal innovation for food security in stress-prone environments. Future research should focus on optimizing formulations, evaluating environmental safety, and scaling up production for widespread adoption, bridging the gap between nanotechnology and resilient agricultural systems.
A High-order Spectral Method for Simulation of Nonlinear Wave Generation due to Bottom Movement
Authors: Jung Jae-Sang , Lee Changhoon
Published: December 2024

In this study, we presented a high-order spectral method capable of simulating the generation of nonlinear waves due to bottom movement. The governing equations were based on dynamic and kinematic free surface boundary conditions, and the nonlinear terms of each boundary condition were calculated in physical space using a pseudo-spectral method, then redefined in Fourier space. The time integration of the governing equations was analyzed using the fourth-order Runge-Kutta method. The computed velocity potential was redefined at the mean water level through Taylor series expansion, which always satisfies the continuity equation and kinematic bottom boundary condition. Fast Fourier Transform was used for calculations in both physical and Fourier spaces. To verify the model's accuracy, we compared it with existing experimental results, which showed a closer match to experimental data than the linear results. When applying maximum perturbation order (M) of 3 or more, the results converged closely.
Uplift Pressures Acting on the Crown Wall of Rubble Mound Structure under Monochromatic Wave Conditions: Case for the Same Level as the Freeboard and Armour Height
Authors: Lee Jong-In
Published: December 2024

In Korea, since there is no guidelines for calculating the uplift pressure acting on the concrete of rubble mound structure, a modified form of Goda’s formula is used. The current design method by Goda’s formula has not been clearly established. Therefore, it is necessary to develop a design guidelines to directly estimating the uplift pressure acting on the crown wall. The magnitude and distribution of the uplift pressure are quite difficult because they are affected by the permeability and homogeneity of the core stones. In this study, a two-dimensional hydraulic model experiment using regular waves was performed to examine the uplift pressure acting on the crown wall, and then the main variables affecting the uplift pressure were examined. Using the experimental results, an empirical formula was derived to calculate the uplift pressure under regular wave conditions.