bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
A Study on the Job Satisfaction of Workers in Specialized Safety Management Agency: Focus on the safety environment, job autonomy, and workplace culture
Authors:   Korea Safety Culture Society, Kim Deuk Hwan , Lee Joon Won , Eoh Won Souk , Lee Yun Ho , Im Chung Dong
Published: April 2024

On November 30, 2022, the government also unveiled the “Serious Accidents Reduction Roadmap,” emphasizing collaboration between safety management agencies and private accident prevention agencies, and governance for a safe and healthy workplace. This study, based on Article 17, Paragraph 5 of the Industrial Safety and Health Act, involves 361 workers in workplaces with 50 to 300 regular workers who have delegated safety management tasks to safety management agencies. The study aims to improve job satisfaction by enhancing the working environment of workers performing safety management tasks through high-quality safety management technical guidance, inspection, and other services. Using the KOSS basic form of KOSHA GUIDE H-67-2022, “Guidelines for Measuring Job Stress Factors,” the research method involved surveying workers in four areas and 18 items. The study hypothesized that job environmental factors significantly influence job satisfaction, with safety environment, job autonomy, and workplace culture reconstructed as independent variables and job satisfaction as the dependent variable. The results showed that job environmental factors explained 46.1% of job satisfaction (R² = 0.461). The regression model was appropriate at F = 101.788 ( =0.001). The impact of job environmental factors on job satisfaction revealed significant positive effects for safety environment (β = 0.126, p < 0.01), job autonomy (β = 0.332, p < 0.001), and workplace culture (β = 0.381, p < 0.001). The relative impact indicated that workplace culture, job autonomy, and safety environment ranked in descending order. The study concluded that improving job environmental factors in safety management entrusted workplaces through specialized technical guidance and inspections positively impacts job satisfaction. Urgent attention from individuals, institutions, and the government is necessary, alongside institutional improvements, to prevent and reduce industrial accidents in safety management entrusted workplaces.
Theoretical Framework for Board Structure and Its Relationship with the Performance of Commercial Banks in Vietnam
Authors: Huy Hoang PHAM Huy Hoang PHAM , Huy Hoang PHAM Mathew SHAFAGHI
Published: April 2024

In order to build up the theoretical framework to examine the relationship between board structure and the performance of commercial banks in Vietnam, this paper examines the wide range of literature reviews on corporate governance factors, agency theory, and board structure attributes. This framework is served as an academic premise for further studies in the corporate governance and banking sector in the Vietnam context.

 
以科技接受模式探討旅客使用旅館智能科技之行為意圖
Authors: 呂亮諭 呂亮諭 , 張婷玥 張婷玥 , Ting-Yueh Chang 蘇家愷 , Chia-Kai Su 余梅香
Published: April 2024

本研究目的旨在探討科技接受模式(Technology Acceptance Model, TAM)中的知覺有用性、知覺易用性對於旅客使用旅館智能科技之行為意圖的影響，並進一步檢驗體驗經濟的中介效果。研究工具採用量化分析及便利抽樣法，透過網路問卷調查兩年內使用過旅館智能科技的旅客，共取得有效問卷586份，問卷有效率93.5%。本研究使用SPSS26.0及AMOS28.0軟體進行資料分析，採用敘述性統計及結構方程模式(SEM)進行假設驗證。研究結果發現：1. 知覺易用性對知覺有用性和使用旅館智能科技的行為意圖有正向顯著的影響；2.知覺有用性對旅客行為意圖有正向顯著的影響；3.知覺易用性及知覺有用性對體驗有正向顯著的影響；4.體驗經濟對行為意圖有正向顯著的影響；5.旅客體驗對知覺易用性及知覺有用性與行為意圖的關係具有部分中介效果。SEM結果顯示，科技接受模式與旅客使用旅館智能科技的資料配適度良好。

 

This paper seeks to explore the relations of Perceived Ease of Use, Perceived Usefulness, experience economy and behavioral intention while hotel guests using smart technological amenities. The Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) was adopted as study framework; quantitative analysis and convenience sampling were used to survey the hotel guests who had ever stayed at a hotel equipped with smart technology devices in the past two years. 586 valid online questionnaires were obtained (93.5% valid rate). The study used structural equation modeling (SEM) and regression analysis to test hypotheses and to examine the mediating effect. The result indicated that Perceived Ease of Use had a positive effect on Perceived Usefulness and behavioral intention；Perceived Usefulness had a positive effect on behavioral intention；Experience had partial mediation effect on the relation of Perceived Ease of Use, Perceived Usefulness and behavioral intention. The fit indices of the Technology Acceptance Model indicated a good fit to the hotel guest data.

 
A functional and probiotic approach: mixed fruit juice powder with addition of lactobacilli
Authors: RIVEROS Ana Laura Rotela , SOUZA Michelle Maria Barreto de , VIEIRA Thaís Regina Rodrigues , SANTANA Anderson Andrade de , MORAIS Jasiel Santos de , GROSSO Carlos Raimundo Ferreira , MACIEL Maria Inês Sucupira
Published: April 2024

The aim of this study was to evaluate changes in a mixture of acerola and ciriguela juice (40/60%, respectively) and the juice mixture supplemented with Lactobacillus rhamnosus LPAA 01, L. casei LPAA 02, and L. plantarum LPAA 03, ratio 1:1, both powders obtained by spray drying, during storage. The stability of acerola and ciriguela mixed powder without the addition of microorganisms was evaluated for 90 days at 25°C in different water activities (Aws) (0.11, 0.23, and 0.34). Aw that most effectively maintained the stability of mixed powdered juice was used for the evaluation of the fermented mixed juice powder containing probiotics for 45 days at 5 and 25°C, respectively. Samples were characterized by physicochemical properties, bioactive compounds, and cell viability. The physicochemical properties of the powdered mixed juice without the addition of probiotics remained stable when stored at 25°C at an Aw of 0.11 for 60 days. Ascorbic acid, carotenoids, and total phenolics showed favorable characteristics for the commercialization and bioactive properties of the powders, with potential use as functional ingredients in food. Probiotic powders showed viable cell counts above 6.0 log colony-forming units (CFU)/g after storage for up to 20 days at 5°C and up to 14 days at 25°C.
Study of the drying kinetics of black mulberry (Morus nigra L.) leaves
Authors: PINHEIRO Gleyce Kelle Ilidio , OLIVEIRA Daniel Emanuel Cabral de , RESENDE Osvaldo , ROMANI Viviane Patrícia , GOMES Francileni Pompeu
Published: April 2024

Black mulberry leaves have been used to promote health and prevent diseases due to their biological properties. Drying leaves allows greater stability during storage and marketing. However, studying this operation is important to ensure that the properties are maintained. Therefore, the objective of this study was to use mathematical modeling to define the model that best fits to the experimental data of the drying kinetics at temperatures of 40, 50, 60, and 70°C. Liquid diffusion, leaf surface area, the relationship between temperature increase and diffusion coefficient, and energy activation were also determined. Among the mathematical models studied, the Page model was the one that best described the drying process of black mulberry leaves. As for the diffusion coefficient, the values increase as the drying temperature increases. The activation energy was 65.418 kJ mol-1, and it was observed that the lower the activation energy, the greater the water diffusivity in the product. The drying kinetics data of black mulberry leaves allowed a better understanding of this operation in a matrix with wide application potential. Drying black mulberry leaves at different temperatures altered their color. Considering the evaluations, temperatures of 40 and 50°C are the most indicated for drying black mulberry leaves.
Utilizing comprehensive data dashboards to improve service delivery: Insights from U.S. case studies
Authors: Arenike Patricia Adekugbe  , Chidera Victoria Ibeh
Published: April 2024

In an era driven by data, the efficient utilization of comprehensive data dashboards has emerged as a crucial tool for enhancing service delivery across various sectors. This review provides insights into the impact and effectiveness of employing such dashboards, drawing from case studies conducted in the United States. Effective service delivery requires a deep understanding of operations, client needs, and performance metrics. Comprehensive data dashboards offer a solution by aggregating, visualizing, and analyzing vast amounts of data in real-time, providing decision-makers with actionable insights. Through a synthesis of case studies, this review elucidates how organizations in the U.S. leverage data dashboards to optimize service delivery. Firstly, the review examines the healthcare sector, where data dashboards play a pivotal role in improving patient care. Case studies highlight how hospitals utilize dashboards to monitor patient outcomes, manage resources efficiently, and identify areas for quality improvement. By tracking key performance indicators such as patient wait times, readmission rates, and medication errors, healthcare providers can implement targeted interventions to enhance service quality and patient satisfaction. Furthermore, the review delves into the realm of education, showcasing how schools and educational institutions leverage data dashboards to personalize learning experiences and improve student outcomes. Through the analysis of student performance data, attendance records, and demographic information, educators can identify at-risk students, tailor instructional strategies, and allocate resources effectively, thereby fostering academic success and equitable education opportunities. Additionally, this review explores the utilization of data dashboards in government agencies to enhance public service delivery. Case studies demonstrate how municipalities employ dashboards to track infrastructure projects, manage budgets, and address citizen concerns promptly. By fostering transparency and accountability, these dashboards facilitate citizen engagement and enable governments to deliver services that align with community needs and priorities. In conclusion, the review underscores the transformative potential of comprehensive data dashboards in optimizing service delivery across diverse sectors. By leveraging real-time data analytics, organizations can enhance efficiency, accountability, and client satisfaction, ultimately driving positive outcomes and fostering continuous improvement in service delivery practices.
TUC City Profile: Teresina, Brazil
Authors: Turmena Lucas , Maia Flávia , Guerra Flávia , Roll Michael
Published: April 2024

Climate injustice is obvious in Teresina. Although the city makes a small contribution to national and global emissions, it is situated in a global warming hotspot. Teresina is already affected by extreme heat, and models anticipate that it will become even hotter and drier in the coming years. The city's high vulnerability to climate change particularly affects Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC) groups living in low-income neighbourhoods. Social injustice and racism are tied together in the urban development process of Teresina. Flood-prone areas often overlap with vulnerable neighbourhoods at the fringes of the city, resulting in precarious living conditions. Climate action at the city level must simultaneously favour racial and climate justice to promote transformative changes towards sustainability. Teresina will likely have to absorb climate-induced migration from its surroundings, which may increase the challenges of already overloaded basic services and infrastructure. Urban planning in Teresina must accommodate future projections by combining climate mitigation with adaptation to provide low-carbon and resilient development. Urban climate governance is still emerging in Teresina, which makes this a key moment for transformative action towards sustainability. Entry points for transformation in the city include: promoting vertical and horizontal coordination to implement the climate agenda; increasing climate-related technical knowledge within the municipal government and awareness at the community level; fostering collaboration to generate and disseminate municipal climate data and amplify bottom-up climate initiatives; creating new climate narratives; strengthening citizen participation while recognizing and including vulnerable groups; declaring a climate emergency; and leveraging additional public and private funds for climate action.
TUC City Profile: Recife, Brazil
Authors: Turmena Lucas , Lusieux Aline , Sandholz Simone , Guerra Flávia , Roll Michael
Published: April 2024

Recife is a prominent front-runner for climate policymaking in Brazil, having formulated robust plans and strategies at the city scale. The next step is to overcome the gap between strategic planning and local action at the neighbourhood scale. Historically, urban development in Recife has been marked by social inequalities. To ensure social inclusion and justice in climate action, it is critical to open up governance structures to include bottom-up, community-based approaches and incentivize co-production of urban space between governmental and non-governmental actors. Climate action can build on opportunities to also tackle inequalities in Recife, prioritizing the most vulnerable communities. To support this goal, social indicators can be used next to traditional emissions data to assess how transformative climate action is in the city. The climate agenda should be mainstreamed into urban development in Recife, particularly in the context of upgrading informal and low-income settlements. Capacity development and awareness raising activities drawing on local expertise, knowledge and practices can facilitate that.
A Comparative Study on Microbial Air Quality of Radiology and Patient Waiting Rooms of a Full-Equipped Hospital in Aydın Province
Authors: Törün Bahadır , Özgür Aykan , Bıyık Hacı Halil , Poyrazoğlu Esin
Published: April 2024

Every year many patients die due to hospital-acquired infections. These infections also put the lives of healthcare workers at risk. Additionally, hospitals are one of the main reservoirs of antimicrobial resistance. In this study, the effect of X-rays on species diversity and functions and antimicrobial resistance were observed. Metagenome analysis was performed on air samples taken from the x-ray room (radiation exposure) and the waiting room (non-radiation area) to examine whether the radiation affected the species present in the air. The diversity of microorganisms was analysed based on phylum, genus, and species levels. Functional profiling and resistance screening were also performed. X-ray radiation was found to have a major effect at the phylum level. It was observed that Proteobacteria species almost dominated the microbiome in the x-ray room (99%) while Actinobacteria species dominated the microbiome in the waiting room (84%). No significant differences were observed between the two areas in functional profiling. A total of thirty-eight functions were observed, twenty-four of which were overlapping. Antimicrobial resistance was not as diverse as expected. Only beta-lactam, penicillin, tetracycline, and lincomycin resistance genes were present (2364 reads belonging to four different genes). According to the results, it was observed that X-rays affected the air microbiome, as expected. A decrease in the number of microorganisms was expected, but it was also observed that the dominant microorganism types changed. On the other hand, no significant difference was found in terms of functional profiling and no significant antimicrobial resistance was observed.
Integrarea capabilităților multidomeniu în operațiile unităților interarme din forțele terestre
Authors: VEREȘ Petru–Marian
Published: April 2024

Conflictele curente, în desfășurare pe tot globul pământesc, au evidențiat necesitatea unei noi forme de război care să reducă numărul de victime și gradul de distrugere și, care, în același timp, să atenueze efectele mijloacelor hibride, omniprezente în doctrina tuturor actorilor. Această nouă fizionomie a războiului are ca mijloc de obținere a succesului operația multidomeniu. Deși operații multidomeniu au fost executate și în trecut, conceptul care înglobează procesul acestor operații este nou și există încă modificări semnificative care trebuie să se aplice, astfel încât să se permită actorilor operaționalizarea acestuia. Acest articol are ca scop studierea particularităților integrării operațiilor multidomeniu în operațiile forțelor terestre, prin identificarea punctelor tari și limitărilor dezvoltării procesului acestora, a condițiilor și principiilor lor de integrare la nivelul forțelor terestre, reieșite din analiza comparativă a abordărilor SUA și Federației Ruse, precum și din lecțiile învățate din conflictele curente.
Memórias pelas ruas da cidade: a paisagem em Litania da Velha
Authors: Santos Wendel Vinícius , Oliveira Marta Francisco de
Published: April 2024

Este artigo propõe-se à análise da obra Litania da Velha (1996), de Arlete Nogueira da Cruz Machado (1936), a partir da relação entre a poesia, a memória e a paisagem, considerando o poema como um olhar verbalizado de sua protagonista, evidenciado pelo narrador poético, cuja diegese conta com uma personagem mendiga anônima que, na sua rotina solitária, percorre, pela última vez, o centro histórico da cidade de São Luís. Defende-se que, nesse passeio, a personagem rememora e caminha, construindo assim a paisagem. Abalizados nos pensamentos de Paul Ricoeur, discutem-se as nuances da memória e como esta se manifesta no texto literário. Desse modo, o ato de lembrar ganha protagonismo, conduzindo o sujeito à experiência de ter uma lembrança ou ir em busca desta, o que destaca o caráter egológico da experiência mnemônica, propondo uma reflexão, abalizada na pragmática e na fenomenologia da memória, a partir de questionamentos essenciais sobre a lembrança e suas intenções, ou causas e consequências. Para a ação de caminhar, o perambular da personagem, quer pelas lembranças, quer pelo próprio território citadino, revela o olhar atento à cidade e às sutilezas dos retalhos de vida aqui e ali, em seu lento desenrolar. A velha produz aos poucos sua ladainha como uma poética que toma a forma da própria São Luís do Maranhão. sob a perspectiva de Gaston Bachelard, considera-se poética do espaço, pois a relação personagem-paisagem aflora e cada passo se reveste de significado que cabe ao leitor desvendar. A leitura de Yi-fu Tuan e Eric Dardel também fundamentam a proposta de consideração acerca da relação com o espaço, buscando-se entender como a paisagem é construída e representada no poema.
Renural networks applied to self-purification models of a river in West Parana
Authors: Sandmann André , Gimenes Junior Antonio Carlos , Schütz Fabiana Costa Araújo , Silva Ruberzan Ricardo da , Hellmann Liliane , Hallal Renato , Melges André Inácio , Bressan Rodrigo Techio , Pereira Cristiano , Stobienia Mônica , Triacca Juliano , Rosetti Mylena Kellyn de Paula
Published: April 2024

Among the parameters that allow evaluating the degree of pollution of a river, one of the most efficient is dissolved oxygen concentration (DO), as it reflects the balance between the production and consumption of oxygen in aquatic ecosystems. Due to the dynamic characteristic of DO concentration, especially in rivers and wetlands, it is highly recommended to generate DO models periodically for aquatic ecosystems so that quality control measures can be optimized over a time horizon. To this end, implementation of different artificial intelligence (AI) techniques have been suggested in the relevant literature and among these techniques, neural networks (ANNs) have been successfully applied to water quality estimates. In this context, the present work describes the development of a model in Convolutional Neural Networks – CNN (Convolutional Neural Networks) with the objective of simulating the self-cleaning potential of the Rio Alegria, located in the municipality of Medianeira in the State of Paraná . The data used was the same as that collected by Schütz in 2014, so that it was possible to compare the performance of the CNN network with the performance of the Feed Forward Network (FFN), developed with the same set of data collected in 2014. The models were developed based on data on the quality of the river's water and the effluent that is incorporated into the watercourse throughout the studied interval. The model was named, CNN5. Tests and validations were carried out by varying the network architecture with cross-validation to estimate dissolved oxygen. Considering the results referring to the simulations carried out with the CNN5 model, where the simulated OD values are compared (from the combination of the weights that the network assigns to each input), with the results collected in the field and it can be concluded that a CNN network can be used to predict dissolved oxygen in the waters of a stretch of river, with an overall accuracy of 0.90, while FFN5 managed to achieve an accuracy of 77% for the same group of data. processing, a reduction from 12 hours to two minutes can be observed.
Utilitarianism, Deontology, and Ethical Veganism
Authors: Nesseler Andrew , Adelstein Matthew
Published: April 2024

Two individuals can both be ethical vegans but disagree on the normative basis of their moral beliefs. This article will look at the development of two competing theories that hold prominence in debates among animal advocates: utilitarianism and deontology. Next, we turn toward their divergence in epistemology, the moral status of experiences and individuals, and the limits of permissibility. Last, we unite utilitarianism and deontology by noting where they converge. This union comes from enlightenment thinking, the postulation of direct duties to animals, disapproval of factory farming conditions, and, most importantly, the goal of improving the lives of many animals.
How Does the Quality of Education Affect the Employment Quality of Secondary Vocational School Graduates?
Authors: Wang Yijun , Liang Caokuan , Li Shanshan , Yang Po , Hu Yibo
Published: April 2024

Secondary education is an important stage for individuals to acquire the skills needed in the labor market. In recent years, the trend of pursuing higher education after secondary vocational education has weakened the relationship between the two. As an important stage for the cultivation of skills among secondary vocational education students, the influence of secondary education on the employment quality of secondary vocational school graduates has not received sufficient attention. An analysis of a sample survey of graduates from 10 schools participating in the Winning the Future Phase II project in 2023 found that cognitive abilities, non-cognitive abilities, and skills all promote high-quality employment for secondary vocational school graduates to varying degrees. Further analysis indicates that students with excellent academic performance and personality traits such as openness, extroversion, and agreeableness are more likely to achieve high job satisfaction, while skill certificates and general skills help secondary vocational school graduates obtain jobs matching their qualifications. Future development in vocational education should focus on the influence of secondary education on secondary vocational school students to help graduates achieve high-quality employment.
Արիստակես Լաստիվերցու Պատմության հավանական պատվիրատուն
Authors: Եղիազարյան Վանո
Published: April 2024

1. «История» Аристакеса Ластиверци, как и «Истории» его предшественников и последователей, имеет заказчика, так как наличие меценатазаказчика является устойчивой и повторяемой жанровой особенностью историографической прозы. 2. Симпатии автора в «Истории» на стороне Багратидов. 3. Перевод выражения «վասն որոյ պատմութիւնս է» – «о ком эта история» – во второй главе «Истории» является неубедительным, поскольку в «Истории» Аристакеса повествуется не о царе Гагике I. 4. Учитывая древнеармянские семантические нюансы слова «վասն» (основное значение: «о»), мы отдали предпочтение другим вариантам перевода: «благодаря кому эта история», «для кого эта история», «посредством кого эта история», «при чьем посредничестве эта история». Во всех этих случаях вероятным автором «Истории» можно считать царя Гагика I Багратуни. 5. Царь Гагик заказал Аристакесу написать «Историю», но в скором времени скончался. Тем не менее автор продолжил начатую работу, изложив те исторические события, которые он считал важными.
1. The “History” by Aristakes Lastiversi, like the “Histories” of his predecessors and successors, had a promoter, since the presence of a patron-promoter was a stable and repeatable genre feature of historiographical prose. 2. In the “History”, the author’s sympathy was with the Bagratuni dynasty. 3. The translation of the expression «վասն որոյ պատմությունս է» – “who is this story about” – in the second chapter of the “History” is unconvincing, since the “History” of Aristakes does not tell about King Gagik I. 4. Taking into account the ancient Armenian semantic nuances of the word «վասն» (the main meaning: “about”), we prefer other translation options: “thanks to whom this story is”, “for whom this story is”, “through whom this story is”, “through whose mediation this story is”. In all these cases, King Gagik I Bagratuni could be considered the probable promoter of the “History”. 5. King Gagik I ordered Aristakes Lastivertsi to write the “History”', but soon passed away. Nevertheless, the author continued the work he had begun, outlining those historical events that he considered important.
Extended spectrum beta-lactamase production and blaCTX-M gene in Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae causing urinary tract infection at a tertiary care hospital in Nepal
Authors: Pandey Gaurab , Karki Anmol , Karki Prashant , Thapa Chattra
Published: April 2024

Background and objective: Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the most common bacterial infections where Escherichia coli (E. coli) and Klebsiella pneumoniae (K. pneumoniae) are the predominating pathogens. These pathogens have a high rate of antibiotic resistance and exhibit the production of extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL). This study investigated the antibiotic resistance pattern and ESBL production of E. coli and K. pneumoniae isolated from patients with UTIs attending a tertiary care hospital in Nepal by both phenotypic and genotypic techniques.

Materials and methods: A cross-sectional study was performed where 4664 mid-stream urine specimens from suspected UTI cases were cultured. Isolated E. coli and K. pneumoniae were subjected to antibiotic susceptibility testing by Kirby Bauer disc diffusion method. Genotypic detection of blaCTX-M gene was performed using polymerase chain reaction (PCR).

Results: Out of 4664 urine samples processed, 564 (12.1%) were positive for E. coli (475, 10.2%) and K. pneumonia (89, 1.9%). Out of the total 564 studied samples, 267 (47.3%) were MDR isolates (E. coli: 222, 46.7%; K. pneumoniae: 45, 50.6%) and 96 (17%) were positive for ESBL by double disc confirmatory test. Out of 24 ESBL positive E. coli and 6 K. pneumoniae, 19 (79.2%) and 3 (50%) respectively were positive for blaCTX-M gene.

Conclusion: This study indicates high prevalence of MDR and ESBL producing E. coli and K. pneumoniae causing UTIs at an urban hospital setting in Nepal.

July 2024; Vol. 18(2):002. DOI: https://doi.org/10.55010/imcjms.18.014

*Correspondence: Gaurab Pandey, Department of Medical Laboratory Science, Nobel College Affiliated to Pokhara University, Kathmandu, Nepal. Email: pandeygaurab67@gmail.com
YARATICILIK, ORİJİNALLİK VE HUSUSİYET KAVRAMLARININ ÜRETKEN OTONOM YAPAY ZEKÂ SİSTEMLERİNE YANSIMALARI VE FİKRİ HAKLAR BOYUTUYLA DEĞERLENDİRİLMESİ
Authors: Aslan Belgin
Published: April 2024

Yapay Zekâ sistemleri teknolojik ilerlemelerle birlikte yaygınlaşmakta ve bilimsel araştırmaların odak noktası haline gelmektedir. Bu sistemlerin bir alt türü olan Üretken Otonom Yapay Zekâ Sistemleri tarafından üretilen ürünlerin eser niteliği taşıyıp taşımadığı konusu ise mevcut tartışma ve araştırmalarda merkezi bir yer tutmaktadır. Araştırmamızda; insan müdahalesinin asgari seviyeye indirgendiği ve aslında hâlihazırda var olan eserlerin yer aldığı veri setleriyle sürdürülen makine öğrenmesi süreçleri sonunda ortaya konan ürün veya çıktıların eser niteliğine ulaşmak için gerekli yaratıcılık/orijinallik veya hususiyeti taşıyıp taşımadıkları hususunun tespitinde uluslararası ve çok yönlü bir bakış açısıyla yeniden düşünmemiz gerektiğini vurgulamaya çalıştık. Bu bakış açısıyla; yaratıcılığını ortaya koyarak insanoğlunun varoluşundan bu yana eser meydana getiren gerçek insandan, yapay (jenerik/ikame) zeka sistemlerine aktarılamayacak olanın ne olduğunu anlamaya çalışarak yapay zeka ve insan yaratıcılığı arasındaki ayrımı belirlemeye çalıştık.
ONLINE GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL SYSTEM (OGRS) USING PHP and MYSQL
Authors:   Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Government College of Engineering Chandrapur, Maharashtra, India., Sahare Prof. R. K.
Published: April 2024

Our Online Grievance Redressal System is a vital tool in modernizing the resolution of users concerns within educational institutions. With a user-friendly interface, user can easily submit grievances, track progress, and engage with administrators responsible for resolving issues. This platform fosters transparency, efficiency, and fairness, ensuring that everyone's voice is heard and every problem is addressed promptly. By embracing digital solutions, we aim to create a supportive learning environment where students and everyone feel empowered to advocate for their rights and contribute to continuous improvement. Join us in revolutionizing the grievance redressal process and cultivating a culture of trust and accountability within educational institutions. Together, we can build a brighter future for students by prioritizing their well-being and ensuring their voices are heard. Keywords: Grievance, redressal, Grievance redressal committee, OGRS, PHP, MYSQL
Implementation of Sports Classification and Person Recognition System
Authors:   Asst. Professor, Computer Science & Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru New College of Engineering, Shivamogga, India Computer Science & Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru New College of Engineering, Shivamogga, India2-5, S Rukmini
Published: April 2024

The Implementation of Sports Classification and Persons Recognition System addresses the growing demand for automated and intelligent solutions in the sports industry. This project focuses on the development and deployment of a robust system that combines sports classification and person recognition to enhance the overall experience for both athletes and spectators. Automatically categorize and classify different sports activities. The system utilizes real time video feeds or recorded footage to identify and distinguish various sports such as soccer, basketball, tennis, and more. This involves implementing facial recognition, body posture analysis, and other features to accurately throughout the sporting activities, athlete performance analysis, enables better coaching strategies, and enhances security measures in sports venues. Keywords: Sports Classification, Person Recognition
apítulo 14: Amazônia em movimento: transformações políticas, estratégias de desenvolvimento, pessoas, paisagens e formas de subsistência
Authors: Hecht Susanna , Schmink Marianne , Abers Rebecca , Assad Eduardo D , Humphreys Bebbington Denise , Brondizio Eduardo S , Costa Francisco de Assis , Durán Calisto Ana María , Fearnside Philip , Garrett Rachael , Heilpern Sebastian , McGrath David , Oliveira Gustavo , Pereira Henrique , Pinedo-Vazquez Miguel
Published: April 2024

CEste capítulo apresenta as principais ideias, atores e práticas que têm formado a atual dinâmica de desmatamento e desenvolvimento da Amazônia. Definindo os períodos gerais de macro política, investiga a evolução das complexas interações atuais entre os diversos sistemas de produção, conservação e subsistência, tanto legais quanto clandestinos. Também destaca como a população da Amazônia tem se adaptado continuamente a mudanças nas circunstâncias, ao mesmo tempo em que busca avançar suas próprias propostas para conservação e equidade no desenvolvimento.
Capítulo 11: Motivadores econômicos para a Amazônia do século 19 até a década de 1970
Authors: Larrea-Alcazar Daniel M , Cuvi Nicolás , Valentim Judson F , Diaz Arriola Luisa Esther , Vidal Silvia , Palacio Germán
Published: April 2024

Este capítulo identifica os principais processos econômicos que ocorreram na Amazônia brasileira, andina e guianense, do século 19 até a década de 1970. Especificamente, o capítulo descreve a história do extrativismo e os efeitos da reconfiguração geopolítica da Amazônia depois do processo de emancipação ou descolonização. Ele analisa a extração da casca de quina (espécie do gênero Chinchona, Rubiaceae) e da borracha (Hevea brasiliensis, Euphorbiacae), bem como as características resultantes e práticas desenvolvidas por atores sociais relacionados à economia local e regional. Também descreve a história e a emergência o surgimento da exploração de petróleo e minérios (principalmente ouro), incluindo o começo do tráfico de animais selvagens e o surgimento da agricultura mecanizada, pecuária intensiva e mega infraestrutura. Finalmente, existem oportunidades para o uso de “commodities históricas” da Amazônia, como a castanha-do-pará (Bertholletia excelsa, Lecythidaceae), com base na necessidade de agregar valor a esses produtos naturais. Essas oportunidades podem ser o alicerce de novos modelos baseados na chamada bioeconomia.
Capítulo 30: Uma nova bioeconomia na Amazônia: Oportunidades e desafios para florestas e rios saudáveis
Authors: Abramovay Ricardo , Ferreira Joice , de Assis Costa Francisco , Ehrlich Marco , Castro Euler Ana Margarida , Young Carlos Eduardo F , Kaimowitz David , Moutinho Paulo , Nobre Ismael , Rogez Herve , Roxo Eduardo , Schor Tatiana , Villanova Luciana
Published: April 2024

Este capítulo destaca o paradoxo entre a extraordinária sociobiodiversidade da Amazônia e sua distância da fronteira científica, tecnológica e de mercado da bioeconomia contemporânea. O capítulo também discute as atuais estruturas socioeconômicas da região, bem como os desafios e caminhos para transição na direção de uma bioeconomia socialmente justa e sustentável.
Capítulo 34: Estimulando relações entre a Floresta Amazônica e suas cidades globalizadas
Authors: Lapola David M , Paez Belen , Costa Sandra , da Silva Junior Roberto Donato , Peluso Daniela , Moutinho Paulo , Padgurschi Maíra , Baniwa Denilson , Bridi Sônia , Calapucha Nadino , Castro Zienhe , Falconi Fander , Junior James , Kamayurá Mapulu , Kohn Eduardo , Mattos Anderson , Nassar Pedro M , Troost Laurent , Ushigua Manari , Wallace Robert , Zangas Marko
Published: April 2024

Ao apresentar uma breve análise não oficial sobre as relações físicas e culturais entre as áreas rural (floresta) e urbana na Amazônia, identificamos vários pontos de melhoria, tais como incentivos econômicos para incentivar profissionais da saúde a trabalharem no interior, implementação de cinturões agrícolas em áreas periurbanas visando aumentar a segurança alimentar urbana, melhoria do acesso a espaços verdes urbanos e investimentos em inovações em torno do conceito “cidades inteligentes, florestas inteligentes”. Talvez o mais importante seja que esses pontos incluiriam a mobilização de recursos humanos, financeiros e institucionais para estimular os vínculos culturais, espirituais e afetivos entre os habitantes urbanos e da floresta.
Capítulo 4: Ecossistemas da Amazônia e suas funções ecológicas
Authors: Moraes R. Mónica , Correa Sandra Bibiana , Rodrigues da Costa Doria Carolina , Duponchelle Fabrice , Miranda Guido , Montoya Mariana , Phillips Oliver L , Salinas Norma , Silman Miles , Ulloa Ulloa Carmen , Zapata-Ríos Galo , Arieira Julia , ter Steege Hans
Published: April 2024

Este capítulo descreve a diversidade das plantas e dos ecossistemas nas terras baixas amazônicas (less than 500 m.a.s.l) e discute como gradientes regionais complexos em condições climáticas e do solo causam variação regional na composição das espécies, dinâmica da vegetação, estoques de carbono e produtividade. Também se enfatiza a rede fluvial da Amazônia e seu papel na conexão de ecossistemas aquáticos e terrestres através de trocas de organismos e nutrientes.
Effect of Grain-Size and Textural Weakening in Polyphase Crustal and Mantle Lithospheric Shear Zones
Authors:   Institute of Marine Sciences, CSIC, Barcelona, Spain, Ruh Jonas , Behr Whitney , Tokle Leif
Published: April 2024

Strain localization to form narrow plate boundary shear zones in Earth’s lithosphere requires a significant amount of strain weakening. Here we investigate the relative contributions of grain-size-sensitive weakening versus textural weakening in polyphase shear zones in granitoid and peridotitic rocks through two-dimensional centimetre-scale bulk simple shear numerical models. The models deploy both constant grain size (only textural weakening) and dynamic grain-size evolution based on the paleowattmeter. Our results reveal that for granitoid rocks, textural weakening dominates, especially at temperatures around 550 °C, while grain-size-sensitive weakening plays a secondary yet significant role. For peridotitic rocks, intense weakening is evident below temperatures of ~1000 °C due to grain-size reduction, while textural weakening has a minor effect on weakening for experiments above 1000 °C. Two-dimensional experiments are compared to one-dimensional, single-phase models to reveal the effect of geometrical complexities in stress and grain-size evolution. These results are discussed in the context of natural lithospheric shear zones and are compared with established piezometers for individual mineral phases. Our findings underscore the vital role of grain-size-sensitive rheologies, particularly in the mantle lithosphere, for the initial weakening of ductile shear zones. These insights offer quantitative constraints that advance our understanding of the long-term strength of lithospheric plate boundaries.
Environmental Art and Falling from the Sky
Authors: Rehn Emma Rehn , Glade-Wright Robyn
Published: April 2024

Robyn Glade-Wright is an established environmental artist and practice-led researcher and has presented over 40 solo exhibitions. In this conversation, artist-scientist Emma Rehn speaks with Robyn about her 2023 curated exhibition Falling from the Sky, centred on the impacts of climate change on non-human forms of life, and a one-day symposium on arts approaches to environmental communication associated with the exhibition’s launch.
Morphology of Graphite Agglomerates Obtained by Spherical Agglomeration via Propagation-Based X-Ray Microtomography
Authors: Schreier Julia , Bröckel Ulrich
Published: April 2024

The aim of this work was to develop a novel method for studying the 3D morphology of agglomerates obtained by spherical agglomeration. It has been found, that the combination of shock-freezing the samples in a mixture of ethanol and dry ice followed by an X-ray microtomography measurement leads to useful results. Hereby, the image quality for low absorbing material like the used graphite was enhanced by propagation-based X-ray microtomography, which results in phase contrast images. We also discuss our 3D image post-processing routine, which is used to determine the morphology parameters sphericity, fractal dimension and packing density. Furthermore, a two-dimensional kernel density estimation is used to calculate the joint probability density of agglomerate size and the morphology parameter. In future, this method will be used to determine the morphological behaviour of agglomerates during the different phases of spherical agglomeration.
Improved Anisotropic Gaussian Filters
Authors: Keilmann Alex , Godehardt Michael , Moghiseh Ali , Redenbach Claudia , Schladitz Katja
Published: April 2024

Elongated anisotropic Gaussian filters are used for the orientation estimation of fibers. In cases where computed tomography images are noisy, roughly resolved, and of low contrast, they are the method of choice even if being efficient only in virtual 2D slices. However, minor inaccuracies in the anisotropic Gaussian filters can carry over to the orientation estimation. Therefore, this paper proposes a modified algorithm for 2D anisotropic Gaussian filters and shows that this improves their precision. Applied to synthetic images of fiber bundles, it is more accurate and robust to noise. Finally, the effectiveness of the approach is shown by applying it to real-world images of sheet molding compounds.
A judicialização dos direitos fundamentais: uma análise crítica
Authors: Mariz José Fernandes
Published: April 2024

A judicialização dos direitos fundamentais emergiu como um fenômeno de importância crescente, moldando a abordagem contemporânea das sociedades em relação aos direitos individuais e coletivos. Este artigo buscou realizar uma análise crítica judicialização dos direitos fundamentais, explorando a contextualização e destacando sua importância na atualidade. A metodologia adotada para este estudo consistiu em uma revisão da literatura, aliada à análise dos principais autores do ramo do Direito. Observa-se globalmente um aumento notável na busca por soluções judiciais para questões fundamentais, o que levanta preocupações sobre a eficácia do sistema jurídico em lidar com desafios complexos. A expansão do poder judiciário, embora refletindo confiança nas instituições, suscita questionamentos cruciais sobre o equilíbrio de poderes, participação cidadã e princípios democráticos. A atuação do Supremo Tribunal Federal (STF) em casos emblemáticos relacionados aos direitos fundamentais é crucial para a consolidação do Estado Democrático de Direito no Brasil. Através de seus julgamentos, o STF não apenas interpreta a Constituição Federal, mas também promove a defesa dos direitos individuais e coletivos, moldando a jurisprudência e estabelecendo importantes precedentes legais. No entanto, é importante reconhecer que a judicialização excessiva pode gerar debates sobre os limites da atuação do Judiciário e a separação de poderes. Portanto, é necessário encontrar um equilíbrio entre a intervenção judicial e a autonomia dos demais poderes, garantindo assim a estabilidade institucional e a efetividade das decisões para o bem-estar da sociedade brasileira. Conclui-se que a judicialização dos direitos fundamentais é uma dinâmica complexa que envolve diversos atores e desempenha um papel central na proteção e promoção dos princípios fundamentais em uma sociedade. Contudo, é importante reconhecer que a crescente judicialização também pode acarretar desafios significativos. Do ponto de vista social, econômico e institucional, a sobrecarga do sistema judicial, a morosidade dos processos e a politização das decisões são preocupações legítimas.
Polish version of the COMQ-12 questionnaire, a new validated tool for the assessment of the quality of life in patients with chronic otitis media
Authors: Pietraszek Marta , Greczka Grażyna , Bartochowska Anna , Gawęcki Wojciech
Published: April 2024

Introduction: The COMQ-12 questionnaire is a tool to assess the quality of life in patients with chronic otitis media in many countries. The questionnaire consists of 12 questions: seven relating to the severity of symptoms, two regarding the impact of the disease on lifestyle and work, two concerning the impact on the need for healthcare, and one is a general question. Each question is rated on a scale from 0 to 5.

Aim: To present the validation process and the final version of the Polish version of the COMQ-12 questionnaire.

Material and methods: The Polish version of the COMQ-12 questionnaire was prepared based on an independent translation of the English version by three physicians (two otolaryngology specialists and one physician in the process of specialization in otolaryngology). The questionnaire was validated in a study including 60 participants: 30 patients with chronic otitis media and 30 volunteers without a history of middle ear diseases or hearing disorders. Each participant was asked to complete the COMQ-12 questionnaire twice at an interval of 4 weeks apart. The internal consistency, reliability, and construct validity of the questionnaire were analyzed using Cronbach’s alpha and McDonald’s omega coefficients, Spearman’s rho correlation coefficient, and the Mann-Whitney test, respectively.

Results: High internal consistency, reliability, and construct validity of the Polish version of the COMQ-12 questionnaire were shown in the course of statistical analysis. The overall internal consistency was 0.95 and 0.97 as assessed by Cronbach’s alpha and McDonald’s omega coefficients, respectively. Spearman’s rho correlation coefficient was above 0.89 for each question. Statistically significant differences in the COMQ-12 total scores were obtained between patients with chronic otitis media and the control group.

Conclusions: The Polish version of the COMQ-12 questionnaire can be a valuable clinical tool for the assessment of the quality of life in patients suffering from chronic otitis media.
Establishment of a Unified Register of Donor Sexual Gametes in the Republic of Kazakhstan
Authors: Chalova Leila , Lokshin Vyacheslav , Kiyan Vladimir , Turdaliyeva Botagoz , Kinzhibayev Arman
Published: April 2024

Objective. The purpose of this narrative review paper was to review the state and development of the field of donor gametes in Kazakhstan, compare its legislative and technical capabilities with other countries and identify key steps towards the establishment of a unified register of donor gametes in the Republic.

Materials and Methods. The narrative review paper conducted an analysis of scientific publications and legal documents to examine the implementation of Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ART), focusing on Donor Sexual Gametes (DSG), globally. It utilized medical publications from 2019 to 2023, legal acts, and recommendations from global health organizations to analyze eligibility criteria, legal regulations, and the social aspects of ART across different regions.

Results. In Kazakhstan, ART is regulated by legislation, with DSG procedures governed by age limits, medical screening, and restrictions on the number of children born from donated gametes. Worldwide, practices vary, but there is growing interest in establishing a unified register of reproductive donor material to enhance transparency and accountability. However, legal gaps and ethical considerations must be addressed.

Conclusion. The study identifies gaps in Kazakhstan’s legisla- tion compared to Western countries, emphasizing the necessity for enhanced legal rights for donors and recipients, including options for anonymity. Ethical concerns highlight the importance of confidentiality and data security in accessing the donor registry. Overall, implementing such a register promises to enhance transparency, safety, and accountability in reproductive medicine.