bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Combining hydrological modeling and satellite observation to estimate the hydrological regime of non-perennial rivers
Authors: Nikolaidis Nikolaos , Lilli Maria , Maragkaki Antonia , Cavallo Carmen , Manfreda Giammarco , Papa Maria Nicolina , Vezza Paolo
Published: July 2024

Accurate mapping and classification of non-perennial rivers (NPRs) is currently not available. However, in EU Member states, the implementation of the Water Framework Directive (WFD, 2000) requires continuous measurements or modeling of the natural flow rate in all water bodies. Recent studies have shown that the use of multispectral satellite imagery can effectively provide observations of flow or non-flow conditions with temporal resolution of about 5 days and limited to sections sufficiently wide (greater than around 30 m) and without vegetation cover. In addition, areas and periods with high cloud cover can lead to limitations on the availability of satellite imagery. On the other hand, the hydrological models require a large amount of data for the simulation of the water cycle in basins. The lack of gauging stations – typical condition for NPRs - for calibrating the models, and the fact that most of the models are constructed with reference to perennial rivers, make them unsuitable for simulating the hydrological regime of temporary waterbodies. Within the framework of the RIVERTEMP project [Erasmus+ 2022-1-IT02-KA220-HED-000086223], a methodology was created for combining hydrological modeling and satellite monitoring for determining the hydrological status of NPRs, using Keritis river basin (Chania, Greece) as a case study in the period 2019-2021. The analysis of the satellite images showed that in 69.5% of the observations the status of Keritis is “flowing” while in 30.5% is “ponding”. We used hydrological modeling to simulate river flows, then we calibrated the model by comparison with satellite observations and successively filled the date gaps of satellites. The comparison between satellite classification and modeled daily flowrate allowed the extraction of significant flow rate values, then used as threshold values to foresee the hydrological condition. This analysis showed that 59.6% of the results characterize the status of Keritis as “flowing”, 37% as “ponding” and 3.4% as "dry". The research results show that classified satellite data can be used to validate the prediction of hydrological models and, in turn, the results of hydrological model simulations can be used for the estimation of the hydrological conditions of NPRs when and where satellite images are not available.
Xantoma óseo costal primario
Authors: Poggi Catalina , Espejo Noelia M. , Roitman Pablo , Crespo Arizmendi Marianela E. , Dietrich Agustín
Published: July 2024

El xantoma óseo primario es una entidad clínica extremadamente infrecuente. Afecta en mayor proporción a hombres jóvenes, con mayor presentación en huesos planos del esqueleto axial.Esta patología puede aparecer en forma aislada (primaria) o secundaria (asociada a trastornos endocrinológicos y metabólicos como la hiperlipidemia). La causa secundaria siempre debe investigarse y descartarse, certificando normolipidemia. El abordaje terapéutico del xantoma debe adecuarse a las características de la lesión, su ubicación y la afectación de las estructuras vecinas.Presentamos el caso de una paciente de sexo femenino sin antecedentes de relevancia, con hallazgo incidental de lesión lítica costal por tomografía computarizada. Debido al riesgo de fractura e imposibilidad de descartar malignidad se realizó resección de cuerpo de quinta costilla derecha guiado por videotoracoscopia. El estudio histopatológico informó: cavidad medular con infiltrado de macrófagos espumosos y numerosos cristales de colesterol, confirmando el diagnóstico de xantoma óseo.
Neuromuscular Control Strategies in Basketball Shooting: Distance-Dependent Analysis of Muscle Synergies
Authors: Fan Penglei , Yang Zhitao , Wang Ting , Li Jiaying , Kim Youngsuk , Kim Sukwon
Published: July 2024

Basketball victory relies on an athlete’s skill to make precise shots at different distances. While extensive research has explored the kinematics and dynamics of different shooting distances, the specific neuromuscular control strategies involved remain elusive. This study aimed to compare the differences in muscle synergies during basketball shooting at different distances, offering insights into neuromuscular control strategies and guiding athletes’ training. Ten skilled shooting right-handed male basketball players participated as subjects in this experiment. Electromyographic (EMG) data for full-phase shooting were acquired at short (3.2 m), middle (5.0 m), and long (6.8 m) distances. Non-negative matrix decomposition extracted muscle synergies (motor modules and motor primitives) during shooting. The results of this study show that all three distance shooting can be broken down into three synergies and that there were differences in the synergies between short and long distances, with differences in motor primitive 1 and motor primitive 2 at the phase of 45% - 59% (p < 0.001, t* = 4.418), and 78% - 88% (p < 0.01, t* = 4.579), respectively, and differences in the motor module 3 found in the differences in muscle weights for rectus femoris (RF) (p = 0.001, d = -2.094), and gastrocnemius lateral (GL) (p = 0.001, d = -2.083). Shooting distance doesn't affect the number of muscle synergies in basketball shooting but alters synergy patterns. During long distance shooting training, basketball players should place more emphasis on the timing and synergistic activation of upper and lower limbs, as well as core muscles.
ROBUST OUTPUT FEEDBACK CONTROL FOR HETEROGENEOUS AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE PLATOONS
Authors: Viadero Monasterio Fernando , JIMENEZ SALAS MANUEL , MELENDEZ USEROS MIGUEL , LOPEZ BOADA MARIA JESUS
Published: July 2024

An heterogeneous vehicle platoon controller for autonomous vehicles is proposed in this paper. The traction force of each vehicle is controlled according to the state of the predecessor vehicle, which can be known by LiDAR/RADAR, and the state of the leader vehicle, which is received by vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communication. Platoon string stability is evaluated under Lyapunov and H8 conditions. An iterative procedure is proposed in order to deal with the non-convexity of the static output feedback control design problem. Simulation results demonstrate that the proposed heterogeneous vehicle platoon controller achieves a good overall performance without compromising the safety of any vehicle. The separation between each follower and its predecessor is kept in appropriate ranges, always close to the desired reference. Furthermore, the transient errors are not amplificated when propagated downstream the platoon, therefore string stability is assured.

Keywords: Autonomous vehicles, heterogeneous vehicle platoon, vehicle platoon control, string stability, output feedback control, robust control, Linear Matrix Inequality
THE INFLUENCE OF SOCIAL MEDIA INSTAGRAM ON ROOM PURCHASE DECISION AT FAIRFIELD BY MARRIOTT BALI LEGIAN
Authors: Sari Ni Made Asih Nirmala , Sadjuni Ni Luh Gde Sri , Pratiwi Kadek Andita Dwi
Published: July 2024

Penyebab tinggi rendahnya kebutuhan akan tingkat hunian dipengaruhi oleh keputusan tamu untuk membeli. salah satu faktor yang dapat memengaruhi keputusan pembelian adalah pemasaran, terutama melalui promosi di media sosial. Instagram, sebagai platform utama, menjadi tren untuk promosi yang mencakup khalayak luas, yang secara signifikan memengaruhi pemesanan kamar. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis dampak media sosial Instagram pada keputusan pembelian kamar di Fairfield by Marriott Bali Legian. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan metode purposive sampling, dengan 100 orang responden yang telah menginap dan mengikuti Instagram dan menjawab kuesioner 25 pernyataan. Analisis data menggunakan SPSS for Windows Version 26. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa edia sosial Instagram (X) secara signifikan memengaruhi keputusan pembelian kamar (Y) di Fairfield by Marriott Bali Legian, terbukti dari nilai signifikansi 0.000 < 0.05 dan nilai t hitung > t tabel yaitu 10.027 > 1.984. Analisis koefisien determinasi menunjukkan bahwa media sosial Instagram memiliki efek yang sedang sebesar 50.6% dari keputusan pembelian, sementara 49.4% sisanya dipengaruhi oleh faktor-faktor lain di luar lingkup penelitian ini. Nilai keseluruhan untuk media sosial Instagram adalah 4.53, dan untuk keputusan pembelian adalah 4.54, keduanya masuk dalam kategori "sangat baik" atau "sangat setuju".
Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Glucopuncture: A Case Report
Authors: Kersschot Jan
Published: July 2024

The fascial system represents a sophisticated and intricate network within the human body, comprising both superficial and deep layers. Fascial dysfunction is usually related to musculoskeletal pain, but may also be involved in other vague pain syndromes, such as irritable bowel syndrome. Glucopuncture, as applied in this case, involves the administration of 5% dextrose (or 5% glucose) injections directly into the superficial fascia, to address vague pain syndromes. This article presents a patient who underwent glucopuncture for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome. Patients who complain about vague abdominal pain typically visit their family physician without a well-defined diagnosis. This case highlights the potential of patient-guided glucopuncture as a simple, cost-effective method for modulating abdominal pain caused by superficial fascial dysfunction. However, further research is necessary to fully ascertain the efficacy, mode of action and safety of glucopuncture for treating vague abdominal pain related to fascial dysfunction.

Key words: Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Fascia, Glucopuncture, Regional Pain Syndrome
A Review of Road Pavement Failure: A Case Study of Nigerian Road
Authors: R. Abdulazeez,
Published: July 2024

The magnitude of failure/damages for several Nigerian roadways has prompted several scholars/analysts to look into the causes of these failures. In this paper, the underlying factors for roadway degradation on Nigerian highways are examined, along with potential solutions. An essential infrastructure in any settlement is recognised as the roadway. Solid pathways make it easier to move people and things around, which boosts the economy. High accident rates, longer travel times, higher costs for vehicle maintenance, and high crime rates are just a few consequences of road failure that have been observed. Geology plays a significant role in the construction of roads because they are built on geologic earth materials and are significantly influenced by them. The main reasons why Nigerian roads fail are further identified in this paper as insufficient preliminary geological investigation, poor road design and construction, poor monitoring and quality workmanship, inadequate routine and regular maintenance, poor drainage, employing poor and low-quality materials, traffic congestion, overuse, incorrect use, and inadequate punishment for roadways failures. The majority of experts agree that Nigeria's road failure rate has recently grown despite the lack of concrete statistics. The solutions suggested include providing acceptable and adequate designs, oversight and quality control, clearing traffic on Nigerian roadways, prompt repair of such roads, constructing highway facilities, deploying skilled staff, and supportive government policies.
Ethnopharmacology properties of Medicinal plants used by the community in Gunung Halimun Salak National Park, West Java, Indonesia
Authors: Quarta Lailaty Intani , Peniwidiyanti Peniwidiyanti , Ismaini Lily , Normasiwi Suluh , Fajriah Sofa , Rifqi Hariri Muhammad , Perwita Dewi Asih , Martiansyah Irfan , Kusuma Hutabarat Prima Wahyu , Munawir Ahmad
Published: July 2024

The community in Gunung Halimun Salak National Park (GHSNP) uses several plants as alternative medicine in their daily life. Those medicinal plants were sorted from the highest to the lowest value based on Index Cultural Significance (ICS). Thirteen selected native plants from GHSNP were investigated for their antimicrobial and antioxidative potential using DPPH scavenging. Their phytochemical compositions were profiled by phytochemical screening and GC-MS analysis. Staurogyne elongata (ICS= 351) and Blumea balsamifera (ICS= 228) were the most widely used plants in the five hamlets in Cikaniki Resort. Phytochemical screening produced a different color reaction (alkaloids, flavonoids, tannins, and terpenoids) and the presence of foam (saponins) for several species. Plantago major had the highest total phenol and flavonoid content, not significantly different from Turpinia montana. Aquadest extract from Heptapleurum fastigiatum had the highest antioxidant activity (IC50 14.24mg/L). The study showed the highest inhibitory activity for T. montana against Staphylococcus aureus. Meanwhile, the ethanolic extract of S. elongata and Lophatherum gracile inhibited both S. aureus and Escherichia coli's growth. The GC-MS analysis of the ethanolic extracts showed a wide chemical diversity, including 79 compounds from five species, distributed by fatty acids, sesquiterpenes, diterpenes, alkanes, and other organic compounds. Interestingly, GC-MS analysis enabled to identify of several compounds with antioxidant and antibacterial activity in their extracts, such as (-)-Globulol, alpha-cadinol, spathulenol, longifolene, octadecamethyl-cyclononasiloxane, gamma-muurolene, tetracosamethyl-cyclododecasiloxane, and trans-calamenene. The thirteen native species of GHSNP have potential health properties to be utilized and developed as traditional medicine.
Socialization of property and universal private property
Authors: Trifonov Evgeniy
Published: July 2024

The process of socialization of property is expressed in the unification of individual private, collective private, personal and other forms of property into a new form of property. A new form of ownership is formed as shared ownership of the founders of this property. The article emphasizes that the socialization of property has a direct impact on the formation of universal private property.
The purpose of the article is to substantiate universal private property, which becomes the property of all members of society and a source of additional income for the founders.
The objectives of the article are: firstly, to determine the objective content of the socialization of property; secondly, to show that the socialization of property practically leads to the formation of universal private property.
The relevance of the problem of socialization of property lies in the fact that the process of socialization of property is one of the central conditions for the survival, development and prosperity of human civilization. The socialization of property has a positive impact on the progressive development of all aspects of economic life. The objective content of the consequences of the socialization of property opens up the possibilities for the real prosperity of man, society and civilization.
The scientific novelty of the content of the article lies in the proof that tax deductions from citizens are actually investment contributions to the revenue side of the state budget, and on this basis open up an objective opportunity for citizens of the country to receive dividend income from the profits of state organizations.
The real process of socialization or unification of private, personal and other property indicates the formation of new property as a set of original forms of ownership. General private property is formed, which is the shared property of the citizens of the country, bringing them income in accordance with the share of the contribution to the state budget. The article provides a rationale for the objective reality of universal private property. The presence of universal private property is a reliable condition for the well-being and prosperity of every person in society.
ORE DEPOSITS OF RIFT STRUCTURES
Authors: Машковцев Г.А. , Коротков В.В. , Руднев В.В.
Published: July 2024

В статье рассмотрены геология, история развития и рудоносность разновозрастных рифтогенных структур, к которым отнесены системы рифтов океанических зон спрединга, континентальные и межконтинентальные рифты, а также зеленокаменные пояса. Сравнительный анализ и сопоставление этих структур показал, что, несмотря на различную геотектоническую позицию, условия и время их формирования, процессы рудообразования принципиально близки. Установлено проявление дофанерозойских рифтогенных процессов в пределах тектонически ослабленной Байкало-Становой зоны южного обрамления Сибирской платформы и Восточно-Европейского кратона, в ходе которых сформировались крупные месторождения железисто-кварцитовых руд, а также золота, меди, редких и других металлов. Приведены данные по геологии и проявлению современного гидротермально-осадочного рудообразования в илах морского дна рифтогенной структуры Красного моря, которая может рассматриваться в качестве природной лаборатории для понимания условий образования продуктивных рифтогенов предшествующих геологических эпох.

The article presents the geology, history of development and ore content of rift structures of different ages, which include rift systems of oceanic spreading zones, continental and intercontinental rifts, as well as greenstone belts. A comparative analysis and comparison of these structures showed that, despite the different geo-tectonic position, conditions and time of their formation, the processes of ore formation are fundamentally similar. The manifestation of pre-Phanerozoic rifting processes has been established within the tectonically weakened Baikal-Stanovoy zone of the southern border of the Siberian formation and the East European craton, during which large ferruginous-quartzite deposits, as well as gold, copper, rare, etc. were formed. metals. The article concludes with data on the geology and manifestation of modern hydrothermal sedimentary ore formation in the silts of the seabed of the riftogenic structure of the Red Sea, which can be considered as a natural laboratory for understanding the conditions for the formation of productive riftogens of previous geological epochs.
Medicinal plants used by Andh Tribals of Bhokar region in Nanded district, Maharashtra, India – An ethnobotanical survey
Authors: Zade Rahul Vasantrao
Published: July 2024

Ethnobotany is a scientific discipline that comprises the study between plants and the people of different societies. It substantially focuses on the study of a region with the help of the traditional knowledge of Andh-ethnical people and their culture. It is a branch of botany that dates to ancient times. Tribals are also known by the name ‘Adivasis’ in India. In this Bhokar region, Andh tribals substantially depend on timber products for their diurnal requirements and primary health care indeed moment like fruits, seeds, drugs, epoxies. Due to the lack of exploration support, educational openings and understanding the cants of ethnical people, India is still unfit to completely honor the significance of ethnobotany. The study of ethnobotany helps in relaying information to researchers and scientists to prepare action plans for the profitable growth and development of ethnical areas. In this survey 22 plant species were collected from the Bhokar region from Marathwada and linked by their botanical name, local name, family and uses.
Plastic Pollution: A Global Crisis and the Overlooked Challenge of Low-Value Plastics
Authors: Athulya T.S. , Reshma J.K.
Published: July 2024

Plastic pollution has become a global crisis, affecting diverse ecosystems from deserts to oceans and posing ecological and health risks. The excessive production and use of non-sustainable plastics have resulted in the creation of massive quantities of plastic waste, including microplastics. These pollutants have infiltrated the environment and food chain, endangering human health. Different categories of plastic pollution, such as macroplastics, microplastics, and nanoplastics, have varying impacts and associated risks. Managing plastic waste is a pressing global concern, with low value plastics like Multi-Layered Plastic (MLP) and soft plastics often overlooked. Due to their complex composition and recycling challenges, these materials frequently pollute waterways and oceans. Auditing low-value plastics is crucial for understanding the extent of this issue, its environmental consequences, and the feasibility of recycling solutions. Such audits inform policy decisions, recycling strategies, and conservation efforts, vital for mitigating the impact of low value plastics on the environment. Plastic pollution demands immediate attention and sustainable management to safeguard our planet’s health.
In vitro Evaluation of Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial and Mosquito Larvicidal Efficacy of the Latex from Calotropis procera
Authors: B.R. Harisma , Kirubahar S. Lok , Christy J. Jenifer Annis , Rm. Murugappan
Published: July 2024

Biologically active compounds in the latex of Calotropis procera are found to possess vital pharmacological properties in Ayurvedic toxicology and therapeutics. Therefore, multiparous biological activities such as anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory and mosquito larvicidal properties of C. procera latex was evaluated in this study. Phytochemical analysis of the freshlatex of C. procera has indicated the presence of saponins, steroids, alkaloids and terpenoids. Anti-inflammatory efficiency of the latex from C. procera was analysed by proteinase inhibitory and membrane stabilization potential and compared with the standard drug Aceclofenac. Proteinase inhibitory potential was found to be 50.22% and membran estabilization potential was found to be 75.3% at a concentration of 250 µg/ml. Antagonistic activity of the latex against pathogenic bacteria and fungi illustrates that bacteria was found to be more susceptible when compared to the fungi tested. Inhibitory efficiency was found to be concentration dependant. Larvicidal efficiency of latex was investigated against denguevector Aedes aegypti. Percent mortality of A.aegypti was directly proportional to the concentration of latex. LC50 and LC90 values of C.porcera against A. aegypti was found tobe 85.113 and 162.35 l/ml respectively. Morphological changes in the mosquito larva were observed on exposure to different concentration of the latex.
La presencia del documento y el archivo en la serie de cómics “¡Todo Bien! Historias de perdón y reconciliación”
Authors: Andrade Quintero Laura
Published: July 2024

Este artículo examina la práctica documental del cómic en la serie “¡Todo Bien! Historias de perdón y reconciliación”, publicada en 2020 por el periódico El Espectador en Colombia en formato impreso y en animación en YouTube. Busca explorar cómo el uso de registros y documentos despierta la memoria y permite la activación de un archivo para desenterrar el pasado. A su vez, indaga cómo el cómic documental desapropia la voz autoral para representar colectivamente las experiencias del conflicto armado. Este análisis revela cómo el cómic documental propicia la reconstrucción de las memorias sobre el pasado en medio de la necrópolis colombiana.
Pendampingan Komunitas Guru PAUD dalam Merancang Capaian Pembelajaran Berbasis Muatan Literasi dan STEAM
Authors: Hasibuan Rabitah Hanum , Awaliyah Rizki , Nurhasanah Nurhasanah
Published: July 2024

Kualitas pendidikan di Indonesia yang masih tertinggal bila dibandingkan dengan negara-negara lain di Asia Tenggara seperti Malaysia dan Singapura, dimana Indonesia pada kondisi literasi numerasi  berada pada peringkat bawah, ini bisa menjadi gambaran. Hal ini tentu saja membutuhkan perhatian yang serius dari pemerintah dan semua elemen bangsa ini, salah satunya Guru mempunyai peranan penting serta sentral dalam proses berjalan dan tercapainya suatu kurikulum yang mana guru dituntut untuk selalu siap beradaptasi dengan perubahan dan perkembangan, Disamping itu perkembangan literasi tidak hanya terbatas pada kemampuan membaca dan menulis, tetapi juga dikaitkan dengan kemampuan berbicara, berhitung, memecahkan masalah yang diperlukan dalam kehidupan sehari-hari dengan meningkatkan kemampuan literasi sejak usia dini dan harusnya Pembelajaran di PAUD sekarang ini hendaknya menyesuaikan kerangka kompetensi abad 21, dimana inovasi pembelajaran sangat dibutuhkan untuk mewujudkan generasi yang kreatif, inovatif, berpikir kritis, mampu berkomunikasi dan berkolaborasi. Akhir-akhir ini STEAM (Science Technology Engineering Art Mathematics) dipandang sebagai sebuah pendekatan untuk menyiapkan generasi abad 21, yang bertujuan untuk menstimulasi kreativitas, menyiapkan anak-anak dalam dunia kerja yang penuh inovasi dan invensi. Tujuan kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat (PkM) ini adalah menjadikan para pendidik yang memiliki kemampuan dalam merancang capaian pembelajaran berbasis muatan Literasi dan STEAM. . Metode pelaksanaan program dilaksanakan melalui aktivitas pendampingan dalam bentuk pembelajaran yang mengacu pada model pembelajaran berbasis proyek yang dimodifikasi dari Meli (2020), ini terdiri dari tiga tahapan utama yaitu launching, monitoring, dan evaluating. Hasil yang diperoleh dalam kegiatan ini adalah peserta mampu: (1) terlaksananya tahapan pendampingan, (2) diperolehnya produk capaian pembelajaran berbasis literasi dan steam (3) performa guru sudah menunjukkan penambahan wawasan dalam mengimplementasikan capaian pembelajaran berbasis literasi dan steam (4) respon positif ditunjukkan dengan antusiasme guru.
Pelatihan Pembuatan Poster Melalui Aplikasi Canva Untuk Meningkatkan Literasi Digital pada Peserta Didik Sekolah Dasar
Authors: Setiawan Angga , Susanto Susanto , Wardhani Intan Susetyo Kusumo
Published: July 2024

Desa Sumurup merupakan salah satu desa yang terdapat di kabupaten Trenggalek, desa tersebut terdapat tiga sekolah dasar, yaitu SDN 1 dan 2 Sumurup. Kedua sekolah dasar tersebut memiliki permasalahan yang sama dari segi peserta didik pada kelas 4, 5 dan 6 atau yang dikenal dengan kelas tinggi, hasil yang telah diobservasi oleh tim PkM yaitu kurangnya keterampilan mendesain melalui komputer atau gawai, untuk sarana dan prasarana komputer sudah tersedia hanya saja fokus penggunaan komputer hanya dilaksanakan pada waktu ANBK, penggunaan gawai oleh peserta didik hanya sebatas bermain game online dan sosial media serta program ekstrakurikuler penggunaan aplikasi digital belum dilaksanakan. Solusi yang diberikan yaitu dengan melalui pembuatan poster melatih kreatifitas dan inovatif serta meningkatkan literasi digital bagi peserta didik. Tujuan dari PkM ini yaitu untuk mengetahui peningkatan literasi digital pada peserta didik di SDN 1 dan 2 Sumurup melalui pelatihan pembuatan poster melalui aplikasi canva. Metode Penelitian yang digunakan yaitu metode deskriptif kualitatif. Dari hasil PkM yang sudah dilaksanakan yaitu adanya peningkatan literasi digital dan keterampilan mendesain yang dirasakan oleh sekolah mitra melalui pelatihan pembuatan poster dengan menggunakan aplikasi canva, Peningkatan kreativitas dan inovasi dalam mengembangkan desain poster pada diri peserta didik, dan Terbentuknya program ekstrakurikuler digital untuk mendukung peningkatan literasi digital pada diri peserta didik.
Physical Activity and Academic-Achievement of Medical Students: An Analytic Cross-sectional Study in Karachi
Authors: Baig Naila , Baig Mirza Altamish Muhammad , Meah Khubaib Muhammad Shamim
Published: July 2024

Background: Physical inactivity is prevalent among medical students, with inconsistent academic scores. Physical activity enhances cognition and performance and improves academic achievement.
Objective: To determine how medical students’ physical activity and associated factors influence academic achievement. 
Methods: Using convenience sampling, this analytic cross-sectional study involved Dow International Medical College MBBS students of 1st year and 2nd year, to fill the International-Physical-Activity-Questionnaire-S7S. This estimated day-to-day physical activity/week, metabolic equivalent task (MET)-minutes/week, as physical-activity-scores. Annual examination percentage scores were used as academic achievement scores. Statistical significance was determined at p<0.05.
Results: The response rate was 229/307 (74.6%). Median physical activity scores and academic achievement scores were 1188.00 MET-minutes/week and 59.28%. Males were more physically active (p=0.001) despite the female predominance of 54.15%, and 2nd-year students (n=113), had significantly higher academic achievement scores (p=0.001). Ethnicity, physical limitation, and smoking status had insignificant effects on academic achievement. There was no statistically-significant difference in physical-activity-scores and academic-achievement-scores as per different age-groups (p=0.933, ηp2=0.003 and, p=0.276, ηp2=0.011), and BMI-groups (p=0.218, ηp2=0.021 and (p=0.044, ηp2=0.039). There was a tendency for between-the-group variance (p=0.04) in the “normal-weight” and “obese” BMI groups.  
Physical-activity-scores and academic-achievement-scores showed no correlation (rs=0.035, p=0.597), and were independent of sitting hours/day (rs=0.043, p=0.558 and rs=0.039, p=0.603), sleep-hours/day (rs=0.077, p=0.223 and rs=0.001, p=0.984), and study hours/day (rs=0.040, p=0.556 and rs=0.091, p=0.181). Physical activity categories and academic achievement groups appeared independent of each other with no effect. (p=0.363, φc=0.097).  
Conclusion: Physical activity has no effect on academic achievement of undergraduate medical students. Male students were physically more active but there was no association of gender with academic achievement.
Artificial Intelligence in Health Professions Education
Authors: Sethi Ahsen
Published: July 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing various fields, including Health Professions Education (HPE), with its ability to mimic human problem-solving and decision-making capabilities. Unlike the self-aware AI depicted in movies, current AI systems, like ChatGPT, follow human commands and have shown remarkable growth, reaching one million users within five days. AI’s strengths include processing large data sets rapidly, personalizing learning, automating tasks, enhancing presentations, generating clinical cases, and providing real-time feedback.
Pengaruh Hipnotis Lima Jari terhadap Tingkat Kecemasan dalam Menghadapi Kematian pada Lansia
Authors: Maharani Putri Sri , Tresya Elvie , Safitri Aisyah
Published: July 2024

Introduction: Anxiety about the death of the elderly is an emotional condition felt by the elderly when they think about death.
Objectives: To determine the influence of five-finger hypnosis on the level of anxiety in facing death in the elderly in KP. Cilangkap RT 02 RW 17 in 2022
Method: This research uses quantitative research with the type of experimental research using a pre-experimental Design. The design carried out is a one group pretest-posttest research design. The population in this study was 45 elderly people in RT 02 RW 017. The sampling technique used probability sampling with a total of 25 respondents. The research tool for collecting data used a questionnaire sheet on the Geriatric Anxiety Scale (GAS) anxiety measurement scale, then a normality test was carried out using the Shapiro-Wilk test and an influence test using the Wilcoxon test.
Result: Research using the Wilcoxon test showed the effect of five-finger hypnosis on anxiety levels in facing death with a p-value of 0.002 < 0.05.
Conclusion: There is an influence of five-finger hypnosis on the level of anxiety in facing death in the elderly in KP. Cilangkap RT 02 RW 17 in 2022
Doktrin Pentingkah? : Minimnya Pemahaman Jemaat Gereja-Gereja Protestan Di Sumatera Utara Tentang Doktrin-Doktrin Dasar Dalam Kekristenan
Authors: Tambunan Fernando
Published: July 2024

Christianity in North Sumatra has been running for more than 190 years, but it is suspected that the congregation's understanding of the doctrine is very low. For the congregation in general there is an opinion that doctrine is not important, especially for people today who tend to build a pragmatic culture, generally today's Christians don't really like complicated things, they want things that are simple and easy. Many Christians think that doctrinal issues are the business of the priests or those who go to theological schools. The method used in this research is to observe congregations in Protestant churches in North Sumatra to see the extent of their understanding, and is supported by theory through descriptive methods with a qualitative approach by looking at the literature. It was found that many congregations in North Sumatra have a shallow understanding of the doctrine. It is the responsibility of every believer to learn doctrine, so that he can grow and not be easily tossed about by various winds of teaching. For this reason, the congregation needs to be equipped with a good doctrinal understanding through continuous training/debriefing
Pengajaran Yesus Dalam Markus 10:17-22 Dan Implikasinya Bagi Formasi Rohani
Authors: Budiman Sabda , Panggarra Robi
Published: July 2024

The story in Mark 10:17-22 is about a young man who came to Jesus and wanted to know how one can obtain eternal life. The problem is that nowhere does Jesus answer that to obtain eternal life, this rich young man must believe in Him. This is interesting and encourages the author to further examine Jesus' teaching from this narrative. The purpose of this study is to look at Jesus' teaching in Mark 10:17-22 and its implications for spiritual formation. The author used a qualitative method with a literature study approach related to the topic under study. The results of this study describe the teachings of Jesus, namely salvation is not obtained by doing good, believing and trusting in Jesus should not be accompanied by attachment to worldly things including possessions, and salvation is the grace of God. The implication for spiritual formation is that a person lives holy and does good not only by keeping silent, but also by doing real acts of kindness, and needs to be accompanied by humility.Keywords: spiritual formation, grace, wealth, young people
Estudo sobre a evasão de alunos do curso de engenharia de produção da Universidade Federal Fluminense - Campus Rio das Ostras
Authors: Corrêa Fernando Henrique de Andrade Mello , Pinto Igor de Souza , Cordeiro Priscila Mattos , Machado Flávio Silva , Silva Maria Helena Teixeira da , Gomes Maria de Fátima Camelo Cunha , Sobral Ana Paula Barbosa , Amaral Mateus Carvalho
Published: July 2024

O proposto trabalho investigou o problema da evasão dos alunos do curso de bacharelado em Engenharia de Produção da Universidade Federal Fluminense (UFF) no campus de Rio das Ostras, como parte de um programa de tutoria do ano de 2023. Para isto, foi utilizado uma metodologia quali-quantitativa com o intuito de identificar as razões principais desse problema. O estudo envolveu diferentes etapas, como: levantamento de dados dos estudantes evadidos, criação de um questionário específico sobre as causas da evasão, coleta de informações e análise dos dados para sugerir possíveis melhorias. A base teórica utilizada incluiu pesquisas relacionadas que abordam as principais motivações de desistência e permanência em instituições de ensino superior, com foco em áreas como ciências, matemática, tecnologia e engenharia. Foi feita uma revisão da literatura considerando termos que pudessem não só trazer ao estudo trabalhos que abordem sobre evasão, mas sobre trabalhos que considerem a evasão no contexto da engenharia. O estudo feito pelos autores apontou que existe uma considerável dificuldade por parte do corpo discente em conciliar a graduação com o trabalho/estágio, conseguir moradias adequadas, juntamente com as questões financeiras; sendo estas as principais causas que motivaram os alunos a abandonarem o curso. Medidas como a introdução de iniciativas de apoio acadêmico, como por exemplo a implementação de programas de tutoria, e a previsão do risco de abandono foram sugeridas como maneiras de aprimorar a permanência dos estudantes. A pesquisa também ressaltou a importância de políticas públicas e programas específicos para combater a evasão escolar, buscando atenuar os efeitos negativos desse fenômeno na área educacional e na sociedade em geral.
ÖZGÜRLÜK VE GÜVENLİK HAKKI KAPSAMINDA BİLGİLENDİRİLME HAKKI (AİHS M. 5/2)
Authors: Yerdelen Erdal , Erdem Dilek Özge
Published: July 2024

Avrupa İnsan Hakları Sözleşmesi’nin 5. maddesinde düzenlenen özgürlük ve güvenlik hakkını Sözleşme’nin belki de en yoğun ve kapsamlı haklarından biri olarak nitelendirebilmek mümkündür. Hükümle, bireyin özgürlüğünden her türlü devlet müdahalesiyle keyfi olarak yoksun bırakılmasına karşı korunması amaçlanmakta, özgürlüğe yapılacak müdahalenin hukuki gerekçesini oluşturan nedenler sınırlı (numerus clausus) olarak sayılmakta ve bu nitelikteki işlemlerin hukukiliğine ilişkin denetim ve hâkim güvencesi düzenlenmektedir. Kişinin özgürlüğünden yoksun bırakılmasına neden olan müdahalelere karşı hukuki denetim güvencesinden yararlanabilmesinin ilk aşamasını ise, kendisine karşı uygulanan hukuki işlemin gerekçe ve esasları hakkında bilgilendirilmesi oluşturmaktadır. Nitekim, bireyin neden tutulduğunu ve kendisine karşı hangi işlemlerin yapıldığını bilmediği bir hal, distopik romanlarda resmedilen, temel insan haklarının özüyle bağdaşmayan bir uygulama niteliğindedir. İşte bu çalışmada kısaca AİHS m. 5 hükmü kapsamında özgürlük ve güvenlik hakkından ne anlaşılması gerektiğine ve bu hakka müdahale niteliğindeki işlemlerin, bir diğer deyişle kişinin özgürlüğünden yoksun bırakılmasının şartlarına değinilecek ve m. 5/2 hükmünde düzenlenen kişinin özgürlüğünden yoksun bırakılmasına neden olan sebepler hakkında bilgilendirilme hakkı Avrupa İnsan Hakları Mahkemesi’nin içtihatları esas alınarak, doktrinde belirtilen görüş ve değerlendirilmeler ışığında incelenmeye çalışılacaktır.
System przeciwdziałania poważnym awariom przemysłowym i ograniczania ich skutków - metody i sposoby szkolenia w zakresie wypełniania obowiązków prawnych
Authors: Gajek Agnieszka
Published: July 2024

System przeciwdziałania poważnym awariom przemysłowym został prawnie ustanowiony w 1982 r. tzw. I Dyrektywą Seveso. Od tego czasu ewoluował, przechodząc od podejścia technicznego, poprzez wiele iteracji, aż do obecnej – kwestii kultury bezpieczeństwa i odporności (ang. resilience). Przewiduje się, że kolejnym poziomem doskonalenia systemu przeciwdziałania poważnym awariom może być rozwiązanie problemu z przekazywaniem wiedzy, szkoleniami, rotacją pracowników i nowym systemem zatrudniania, wymuszonym przez wymagania przemysłu 4.0 i nowe, radykalne zmiany w zakresie zarówno sposobów wykonywania pracy, jak i roli człowieka w produkcji. Przemysł 4.0 jest pojęciem bardzo popularnym w ostatnim czasie. Uogólniając oznacza połączenie realnego świata maszyn produkcyjnych z wirtualnym światem technologii informatycznych, ale to nie tylko technologia i procesy, które obejmują systemy cyberbezpieczeństwa lecz także nowe sposoby pracy i rola ludzi w przemyśle. Oznacza to nowe oczekiwania zarówno dla pracodawcy, jak i pracownika – można ich nazwać pracodawcą 4.0 i pracownikiem 4.0. Pracodawca 4.0 będzie miał, co zrozumiałe, konkretne oczekiwania dotyczące kompetencji 5 (twardych i miękkich) pracownika 4.0. Kluczem do ich spełnienia jest proces edukacji, który pozwala uzyskać wymagane wiadomości i zdobyć umiejętności niezbędne do przystąpienia do procesu rekrutacji na konkretne stanowisko. Oznacza to, że analizując proces edukacji dotyczącej przeciwdziałania poważnym awariom przemysłowym należy wziąć pod uwagę nie tylko osoby zaangażowane w sam proces edukacji, tj. nauczyciela i ucznia, ale także pracodawcę i jego oczekiwania, tzn. pracodawcę, u którego uczeń zostanie przekształcony w pracownika 4.0.
Multi-Fusion Biometric Authentication using Minutiae-Driven Fixed-Size Template Matching (MFTM)
Authors: B B ,   Associate Professor, Department of ECE, Sri Ramakrishna Engineering College, Coimbatore - 641022, Tamilnadu, India,   Assistant professor, School of Computer Science and engineering. VIT, Chennai, India,   Professor, Bannari Amman Institute of technology, Sathyamangalam-638401, Erode District, Tamil Nadu, India,   Assistant Professor, Department of Information Technology, Government College of Engineering, Erode – 638316, India, K.M.Monica K.M , Sasikala D. , M.N.Sudha M.N
Published: July 2024

In today's digital era, ensuring robust and secure authentication mechanisms is crucial. Multi-fusion biometric authentication systems have emerged as a powerful solution to enhance security and reliability by integrating multiple biometric traits. This paper presents a novel Multi-Fusion Biometric Authentication approach using Minutiae-Driven Fixed-Size Template Matching (MFTM). The proposed method leverages the unique features of minutiae points in fingerprints and combines them with other biometric modalities, such as iris and facial recognition, to create a fixed-size template for matching. The fusion process involves extracting and normalizing minutiae points from the fingerprint, followed by their integration with iris and facial features using a robust feature fusion algorithm. The fixed-size template ensures consistency and efficiency in the matching process, addressing challenges related to template size variability and computational overhead. Extensive experiments conducted on standard biometric datasets demonstrate that the proposed MFTM approach significantly enhances authentication accuracy, reduces false acceptance and rejection rates, and provides a highly secure and scalable authentication solution suitable for various applications, including access control and identity verification. The results show an authentication accuracy of 98.7%, a false acceptance rate (FAR) of 0.2%, and a false rejection rate (FRR) of 0.5%. Additionally, the computational time for matching is reduced by 25% compared to traditional methods, highlighting the efficiency and practicality of the proposed approach.
Criminal liability of legal entities according to Swedish law
Authors: Федоров А.В.
Published: July 2024

Статья посвящена законодательству Швеции об уголовной ответственности юридических лиц. Рассматриваются вопросы формирования и развития шведского уголовного законодательства, международно-правовой и экономической обусловленности включения в уголовное законодательство Швеции норм об уголовной ответственности юридических лиц. Уголовное законодательство Швеции не полностью кодифицировано, наряду с уголовным кодексом имеются и другие законы, содержащие уголовно-правовые нормы, относящиеся к уголовной ответственности юридических лиц. Отмечается, что уголовная ответственность юридических лиц рассматривается в Швеции как применение к ним предусмотренных уголовным законом санкций – мер правового воздействия (корпоративных штрафов и конфискации). Приводятся и анализируются общие условия применения к юридическим лицам мер правового воздействия за совершение преступлений.

The article is devoted to Swedish legislation on criminal liability of legal entities. The issues of the formation and development of Swedish criminal legislation, international legal and economic conditions for the inclusion of norms on criminal liability of legal entities in Swedish criminal legislation are considered. Swedish criminal legislation is not fully codified; in addition to the criminal code, there are other laws containing criminal law provisions relating to the criminal liability of legal entities. It is noted that the criminal liability of legal entities is considered in Sweden as the application to them of sanctions provided for by criminal law - legal measures (corporate fines and confiscation). The general conditions for applying legal measures to legal entities for committing crimes are presented and analyzed.
On the need for legal regulation of the use of NBICS convergent technologies in criminal proceedings
Authors: Соломатина А.Г.
Published: July 2024

В статье предложено обратить внимание на назревшую необходимость использования в уголовном судопроизводстве NBICS-конвергентных технологий. Приведена научная полемика о необходимости правовой регламентации уголовно-процессуального применения достижений современного научно-технологического прогресса, на основании которой сделан концептуальный вывод, что в настоящий момент времени потребности в применении многогранных конвергентных технологий для оптимизации уголовного судопроизводства велики. Это должно послужить толчком для создания норм УПК РФ, регламентирующих правовые предписания использования синергии знаний и технологий в уголовном судопроизводстве. Нормативное регулирование применения NBICS-конвергентных технологий облегчит доступ граждан к правосудию, оптимизирует уголовное судопроизводство и позволит осуществлять его в адекватные для достижения назначения уголовного судопроизводства сроки, упростит энергозатраты правоприменителя, повысит качество и эффективность расследования преступлений и отправления правосудия, что позволит избежать следственных и судебных ошибок, то есть оптимизирует уголовное судопроизводство в целом.

The article suggests paying attention to the urgent need to use NBICS convergent technologies in criminal proceedings. The article presents a scientific controversy about the need for legal regulation of the use of modern technologies in criminal procedural activities, on the basis of which it is concluded that at the present time the need for the use of multifaceted convergent technologies to optimize criminal proceedings is great. This should serve as an impetus for the creation of the norms of the Criminal Procedure Code of the Russian Federation regulating the legal prescriptions for the use of special knowledge and technologies in criminal proceedings. The legal regulation of the use of convergent knowledge will provide more effective access to justice, will significantly reduce criminal procedural time limits, facilitate the labor costs of law enforcement, improve the quality and efficiency of crime investigation and administration of justice, create prerequisites for leveling investigative and judicial errors, ensure transparency of criminal proceedings, and optimize criminal proceedings in general.
Russian financial policy as an instrument of national security
Authors: Голоскоков Л.В.
Published: July 2024

В статье исследованы отдельные аспекты национальной безопасности, связанные с финансовой политикой или обусловленные ею. Приведены исторические примеры, показывающие связь финансовой политики с военными аспектами национальной безопасности, с экономикой, индустрией, промышленностью, идеологией. Рассмотрены экономические модели недавнего российского прошлого и настоящего, предложения российских учёных, определены главные направления научной работы и первоочередные задачи, которые необходимо решить российской науке.

The article explores certain aspects of national security associated with financial policy or due to it. Historical examples are given that show the connection of financial policy with the military aspects of national security, with the economy, industry, and ideology. The economic models of the recent Russian past and present, the proposals of Russian scientists are considered, the main directions of scientific work and priority tasks that need to be solved by Russian science are identified.