bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
INNOVATIVE SURFACE PROTECTION IN OIL AND GAS FACILITIES: A REVIEW
Authors: Egbokhaebho Blessed Afeyokalo , Olalere Bolaji Ismail , Gidiagba Joachim Osheyor , Okparaeke Jonathan Izuchukwu , Fawole Akeeb Adepoju , -Ehiobu Nwakamma Ninduwezuor
Published: March 2024

This research paper reviews innovative surface protection technologies in the context of oil and gas facilities. The oil and gas industry faces numerous challenges in maintaining the integrity and longevity of its infrastructure, making surface protection a critical aspect of facility management. Traditional methods have limitations in addressing harsh operating conditions and environmental concerns. This paper explores emerging technologies that offer promising solutions to these challenges. Through an in-depth analysis of various innovative surface protection approaches, including their principles, advantages, and real-world case studies, this study highlights the potential benefits and challenges associated with their implementation. Additionally, the paper compares these cutting-edge technologies with traditional methods, considering performance, cost-effectiveness, and environmental impact. It also examines the regulatory and environmental considerations in adopting these new solutions.
ENHANCING PORE PRESSURE PREDICTION IN OIL WELL DRILLING: A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY OF WELL PLANNING AND COST-EFFECTIVE MODELING IN THE NIGER DELTA REGION
Authors: Ofonagoro Kelechi Anthony , Tula Olawe Alaba , Gidiagba Joachim Osheyor , Ndiwe Tina Chinwe
Published: March 2024

Accurate pore pressure prediction is pivotal in drilling operations, impacting safety, well design, and cost-effectiveness. This research paper aims to assess various pore pressure prediction methods, particularly in transition zones. It introduces a novel descriptive model for quick and reliable pore pressure estimation when essential data parameters are unavailable. The study underscores the importance of selecting appropriate prediction methods based on geological conditions. The research findings reveal that Eaton’s correlation utilizing transit compressive wave velocity offers superior pore pressure prediction when drilling through transition zones. Additionally, the developed descriptive model is a valuable tool for quick look pore pressure estimation, ensuring operational efficiency when data parameters for traditional methods like Eaton’s are lacking. However, a critical caveat emerges as the model’s suitability for pore pressure prediction in fractured or shaled-out reservoirs is questioned, necessitating caution in its application in such geological settings. This paper recommends the continued use of Eaton’s method as a reliable pore pressure prediction tool and advocates for the adoption of the proposed descriptive model in scenarios where time constraints or data limitations are prevalent. By amalgamating these approaches, drilling operations can achieve enhanced accuracy and efficiency in pore pressure assessment, ultimately contributing to safer and more cost-effective well-drilling processes.
ASPEN PLUS CONCEPTUAL DESIGN OF BASIC RAW HARD WATER TREATMENT AND SOFTENING OPERATION
Authors: Abubakar Abdulhalim Musa , Abubakar Musa Askira , Arowo Moses NyoTonglo , Simon Peter , Umdagas Luqman Buba , Saka Tahiru , Nasar Siddiq , Askira Bukar Ibrahim , Kafle Saroj Raj
Published: March 2024

Hard water can cause scaling concerns in pipes, turbines, boilers, and heat exchangers used in mining, oil and gas, and industrial applications. It also interferes with nearly every housekeeping chore, from laundry and dishwashing to bathing and personal hygiene. ENRTL-SR and PITZER property models in Aspen Plus V8.8 were chosen during the modelling and simulation of soft water production from a hypothesized hard water stream containing sand. Findings show that, under normal conditions, about 3 m3 of soft pure water can be generated from approximately 40 m3 of raw water using right unit configuration and treatment solvent proportion. Drawbacks which would have address several limitations faced during the simulation, as concluded, can be solved using suggested alternative software tools. Water treatment scientist should try to simulate the same process using Aspen Plus utilizing real data from an existing water treatment facility to correctly test for effectiveness of the software tool. Modification of several existing water treatment plants across the globe to soften water produced is recommended, given its suitability for both domestic and industrial use.
GREEN DRILLING STRATEGIES: THE RISE OF TECHNICAL EXPERTISE AND ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP
Authors: Olurin Joy Otibhor , Ofonagoro Kelechi Anthony , Gidiagba Joachim Osheyor , Banso Adeyinka Alex , Tula Olawe Alaba , lore Ayodeji Sodrudeen Abo
Published: March 2024

In recent years, the oil sector has witnessed a paradigm shift towards environmental stewardship, with green drilling strategies emerging at the forefront. This paper seeks to delineate the rise of technical expertise and the adoption of environmentally friendly drilling strategies in the oil sector. The study is grounded on a comprehensive literature survey that explores the theoretical foundations of green drilling and environmental stewardship, coupled with an analysis of practical implementations and case studies. The methodology adopted in this research encompasses a meticulous literature search strategy, involving the selection of pertinent databases, formulation of keywords, and determination of search criteria. This approach facilitated the identification of inclusive and exclusive criteria for green drilling literature, paving the way for a robust data extraction and synthesis process. The study aims to evaluate the environmental impact of green drilling strategies, identify and analyze the existing challenges and opportunities, and delineate the scope of future trends and developments in this domain. Findings from the study reveal that green drilling strategies, underpinned by advanced technical expertise, have significantly mitigated the environmental footprint of oil extraction activities. These strategies have fostered a new era of environmental stewardship, characterized by reduced greenhouse gas emissions, minimized waste generation, and the conservation of natural habitats. Moreover, the study unveils a promising future outlook, where continuous innovations in green drilling technologies are anticipated to further enhance environmental sustainability. In conclusion, the paper offers strategic recommendations for the oil sector to foster the adoption of green drilling strategies. It advocates for collaborative efforts among stakeholders, investment in research and development, and the formulation of policies that promote environmental conservation. The study posits that integrating green drilling strategies is vital for environmental preservation and instrumental in sustaining the oil sector’s viability in the long run.
Immunogenicity and effectiveness of an mRNA therapeutic vaccine for HPV-related malignancies
Authors: Wang Jing , Ma Ling , Chen Yunfeng , Zhou Rui , Wang Qixin , Zhang Tingting , Yi Dongrong , Liu Qian , Zhang Yongxin , Zhang Weiguo , Dong Yijie , Cen Shan
Published: March 2024

Human papillomavirus (HPV) infections account for several human cancers. There is an urgent need to develop therapeutic vaccines for targeting preexisting high-risk HPV (such as HPV 16 and 18) infections and lesions, which are insensitive to preventative vaccines. In this study, we developed a lipid nanoparticle–formulated mRNA-based HPV therapeutic vaccine (mHTV), mHTV-02, targeting the E6/E7 of HPV16 and HPV-18. mHTV-02 dramatically induced antigen-specific cellular immune response and robust memory T-cell immunity in mice, besides significant CD8+T-cell infiltration and cytotoxicity in TC-1 tumors expressing HPV E6/E7, resulting in tumor regression and prolonged survival in mice. Moreover, evaluation of routes of administration found that intramuscular or intratumoral injection of mHTV-02 displayed significant therapeutic effects. In contrast, intravenous delivery of the vaccine barely showed any benefit in reducing tumor size or improving animal survival. These data together support mHTV-02 as a candidate therapeutic mRNA vaccine via specific administration routes for treating malignancies caused by HPV16 or HPV18 infections.
The Rtf1/Prf1-dependent histone modification axis counteracts multi-drug resistance in fission yeast
Authors: Chen Jennifer J , Moy Calvin , Pagé Viviane , Monnin Cian , El-Hajj Ziad W , Avizonis Daina Z , Reyes-Lamothe Rodrigo , Tanny Jason C
Published: March 2024

RNA polymerase II transcription elongation directs an intricate pattern of histone modifications. This pattern includes a regulatory cascade initiated by the elongation factor Rtf1, leading to monoubiquitylation of histone H2B, and subsequent methylation of histone H3 on lysine 4. Previous studies have defined the molecular basis for these regulatory relationships, but it remains unclear how they regulate gene expression. To address this question, we investigated a drug resistance phenotype that characterizes defects in this axis in the model eukaryoteSchizosaccharomyces pombe(fission yeast). The mutations caused resistance to the ribonucleotide reductase inhibitor hydroxyurea (HU) that correlated with a reduced effect of HU on dNTP pools, reduced requirement for the S-phase checkpoint, and blunting of the transcriptional response to HU treatment. Mutations in the C-terminal repeat domain of the RNA polymerase II large subunit Rpb1 led to similar phenotypes. Moreover, all the HU-resistant mutants also exhibited resistance to several azole-class antifungal agents. Our results suggest a novel, shared gene regulatory function of the Rtf1-H2Bub1-H3K4me axis and the Rpb1 C-terminal repeat domain in controlling fungal drug tolerance.
Tindak tutur ekspresif dalam komentar di laman Youtube Najwa Shihab “Susahnya Jadi Perempuan”
Authors: Nabilla Anugrah Ajeng , Asnawi Asnawi
Published: March 2024

Ternyata gambaran psikologis seseorang itu bisa berbanding terbalik dengan bagaimana sifat seseorang tersebut. Jadi dalam tindak tutur ekspresif sering terjadi dalam kehidupan sehari-hari juga terdapat dalam sebuah teks, juga dapat kita jumpai dalam acara atau postingan di laman youtube Najwa Shihab dengan judul “susahnya jadi perempuan”, yang diteliti dalam postingan youtube Najwa Shihab itu ialah komentar masyarakat atau penonton yang telah menyaksikan video tersebut, dari situlah akan diambil data untuk dianalisis berdasarkan dengan tindak tutur ekspresif. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah mengenai tindak tutur ekspresif, yang menganalisis bagaimana fungsi tindak tutur ekspresif yang terdapat pada postingan Youtube Najwa Shihab yang berjudul “Susahnya Menjadi Perempuan”, dan menganalisis bagaimana bentuk-bentuk tindak tutur ekspresif pada postingan Youtube Najwa Shihab tersebut Peneliti menggunakan rancangan penelitian deskriptif kualitatif. Alasan mengapa metode ini digunakan karena pada saat menganalisis tindak tutur ekspresif memiliki keterkaitan dengan konteks dan tuturan bahasa dari penutur maupun mitra tutur. Teknik pengumpulan data yang dipakai peneliti yaitu menggunakan teknik baca, teknik catat dan teknik dokumentasi. Sumber data dalam penelitian ini merupakan penelitian temuan hasil dari komentar-komentar yang di dapat dalam postingan akun youtube Najwa Shihab. Postingan Youtube Najwa Shihab yang berjudul “Susahnya Menjadi Perempuan” teridentifikasi 14 data yang berhubungan dengan tindak tutur ekspresif, hal ini dijadikan sebagai dasar untuk dilakukan penganalisisan data terkait hasil penelitian ini. Ditemukan 14 data tindak tutur ekspresif, dari 14 data tersebut ditemukan sebanyak 7 fungsi tindak tutur ekspresif memuji dan 7 fungsi tindak tutur mengucapkan terimakasih
Asesmen Kompetensi Minimum Literasi Membaca SDN 001 Japura Kecamatan Lirik
Authors: Maleta Zahra Ahda , Mukhlis Muhammad
Published: March 2024

Asesmen Kompetensi Minimum (AKM) merupakan instrumen yang digunakan untuk menilai tingkat kemampuan membaca siswa di Indonesia dan membandingkannya dengan standar nasional. AKM memiliki peran penting dalam membantu siswa mengembangkan keterampilan mereka dalam merancang kerangka pembelajaran, dengan fokus pada peningkatan kemampuan berpikir kritis dan literasi membaca. Partisipasi dalam AKM diharapkan dapat memberikan kontribusi signifikan pada peningkatan mutu pendidikan di Indonesia. Metode yang diterapkan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus. Pemilihan studi kasus dilakukan dengan tujuan untuk memahami kemampuan literasi membaca siswa di Sekolah Dasar Negri (SDN) 001 Japura, Kecamatan Lirik. Hasil penelitian mencakup tiga tingkatan kognitif, yaitu kemampuan menemukan informasi, pemahaman, dan evaluasi soal AKM literasi membaca. Hal ini terbukti melalui hasil pengerjaan soal AKM literasi membaca oleh siswa. Penelitian ini memberikan gambaran yang komprehensif tentang kemampuan literasi membaca peserta didik di tingkat Sekolah Dasar, yang dapat digunakan sebagai bahan evaluasi untuk meningkatkan kualitas proses belajar-mengajar.
FMCW Interference Waveform Estimation Based on Intentional Local Interference for Automotive Radars
Authors: Cheon Sungpil , Kim Hyungwoo , Kim Byungkwan
Published: March 2024

We propose a new method to estimate the waveforms of frequency-modulated continuous-wave (FMCW) interferers by intentional interference. The proposed method utilizes the crossing interference of FMCW radar by adaptive waveform configuration. The victim radar analyzes the periodicity and frequency of the interference signal from the mixer at the FMCW receiver. The bandwidth, slope, and intervals of the interferer waveform are derived from multiple adaptive waveforms from interference detection results. The estimated time and frequency waveform parameters of the interferer can be utilized to generate an interference-free waveform. The proposed approach has been tested and validated using two different mmWave commercial off-the-shelf automotive FMCW radars: the AWR2243 and AWR2944 evaluation boards. In three different scenarios in indoor and outdoor environments, the proposed method successfully estimated interferer waveform parameters with 0.9 seconds of monitoring processing and less than 3% error.
Positive experiences of distance education from the perspective of primary school pupils, grades I–III
Authors: Koterwas Agnieszka , Nowosielska Edyta
Published: March 2024

The article refers to a broader research project on how the COVID-19 pandemic affected everyday school life during distance education in grades I–III of primary school. The empirical data collected in 2021 were based on focus interviews with pupils in six primary schools. In our quantitative analysis of the data, we concentrated on the pupils whose experiences of distance learning during the pandemic were perceived – by the pupils – as positive. These experiences were primarily the effect of students being in a comfortable home and virtual space. In both spaces, compared to education within the walls of a school, firstly, students had a wider range of different activities possible to undertake, and secondly, the teacher’s directive nature in the learning process was limited. As a result, conditions were created for the formation of student agency and autonomy, while at the same time posing as learning, hiding from the teacher, or “pretending” to fulfill school duties.
Dzieci podczas ulicznych protestów – szczeble i granice partycypacji
Authors: Kowzan Piotr
Published: March 2024

This article delves into the participation of children in street protests, an area of study that has received limited attention but is becoming increasingly significant. It examines their involvement in protests connected to local concerns such as school closures, air pollution, and violence, as well as their participation in broader movements like feminism and environmentalism. The article seeks to synthesize the limited existing knowledge regarding children’s participation in protests. While schools may sometimes turn protests into mere appearances, educators have the potential to mentor young protesters in understanding social change. The extent to which children are prepared for public participation and engaged in post-protest activities will ultimately determine the educational value derived from street protests.
The Role of Women in Livelihood Perspective of Contemporary Mufassirs
Authors: Haq Zainab Rahmatulloh Hikmatul , M Moh. Aceng Hakkinnazili , Efendi Ari Kurnia
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study is to describe problems related to livelihood according to the perspective of Contemporary Mufassir. Scholars agree that a living is borne by the husband in meeting household needs, but in the contemporary era it is often found that women work outside the home as the main support for breadwinners in meeting household needs. Some say that it is natural for women to stay at home, but we often encounter the phenomenon of women as breadwinners outside the home. The author wants to examine the issue of subsistence from the perspective of Contemporary Mufassir, Sheikh Mutawalli Sya'rowi, M. Quraish Shihab and Buya Hamka. The writing method uses descriptive qualitative research with the type of Library Research. The primary source comes from the book of Tafsir As-Sya'rawi, Tafsir Al-Mishbah, Tafsir Al-Azhar. Data collection techniques from documentation with qualitative content analysis as the analysis technique. The results of the research in general show that the three mufassirs allow women to work for a living. As-Sya'rawi and Quraish Shihab both clearly stated the permissibility of working for women. As for Buya Hamka, he allowed it, but he seemed to emphasize more on women to stay at home.
Hyperbaric oxygen for the treatment of carbon monoxide-induced delayed neurological sequelae: a case report and review of the literature
Authors:   Navy Medical Service, Republic of Singapore Navy, Singapore, Wong Zebedee KR , Teo Colin KA ,   Navy Medical Service, Republic of Singapore Navy, Singapore, Kwek James WM ,   Navy Medical Service, Republic of Singapore Navy, Singapore, Kim Soo Joang ,   Hyperbaric and Diving Medicine Centre, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore, See Hooi Geok ,   Division of Anaesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
Published: March 2024

Introduction: Hyperbaric oxygen treatment (HBOT) remains a recognised treatment for acute carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning, but the utility of HBOT in treating CO-induced delayed neurological sequelae (DNS) is not yet established. Case description: A 26-year old woman presented with reduced consciousness secondary to CO exposure from burning charcoal. She underwent a single session of HBOT with US Navy Treatment Table 5 within six hours of presentation, with full neurological recovery. Eight weeks later, she represented with progressive, debilitating neurological symptoms mimicking Parkinsonism. Magnetic resonance imaging of her brain demonstrated changes consistent with hypoxic ischaemic encephalopathy. The patient underwent 20 sessions of HBOT at 203 kPa (2 atmospheres absolute) for 115 minutes, and received intravenous methylprednisolone 1 g per day for three days. The patient’s neurological symptoms completely resolved, and she returned to full-time professional work with no further recurrence. Discussion: Delayed neurological sequelae is a well-described complication of CO poisoning. In this case, the patient’s debilitating neurocognitive symptoms resolved following HBOT. Existing literature on treatment of CO-induced DNS with HBOT consists mainly of small-scale studies and case reports, many of which similarly suggest that HBOT is effective in treating this complication. However, a large, randomised trial is required to adequately determine the effectiveness of HBOT in the treatment of CO-induced DNS, and an optimal treatment protocol.
Dört Kare Yazma Yönteminin Türk Soylu Öğrencilerin Yazılı Anlatımlarındaki Bağdaşıklık, Tutum ve Kaygılarına Etkisi
Authors: Tekin Gökçen , Kaya Seda
Published: March 2024

Yazma becerisi, dilin üretici becerilerinden olması dolayısıyla hedef dilde belli bir birikim gerektirmektedir. Gerek ana dilde gerekse yabancı dil öğreniminde doğası gereği öğrencilerin oldukça zorlandıkları bir beceri olduğu yapılan çalışmalarla ortaya konmuştur. Türkçenin yabancı dil olarak öğretiminde de öğrencilerin yazma becerisine yönelik kaygılarının diğer dil becerilerine göre daha yüksek olduğu, tutumlarının ise olumsuz yönde olduğu görülmektedir. Bu sonuçlar süreç temelli yaklaşımların esas aldığı yöntemlerle aksi yönde gelişimin sağlanabileceğini düşündüren sonuçlardır. Bu çalışmada Türkçeyi yabancı dil olarak öğrenen Türk soylu 13 lisans öğrencisinin uzaktan eğitim aracılığıyla “Dört Kare Yazma Yöntemi” kullanılarak yazma becerileri geliştirilmeye çalışılmıştır. Uygulamaların sonunda öğrencilere uygulanan “Yazılı Anlatım Tutum ve Kaygı Ölçeği” ile “Bağdaşıklık ve Tutarlık Ölçme Aracı” kullanılarak öğrencilerin yazılı anlatım tutum, kaygı ve bağdaşıklık durumları, gönderim ve bağlama ögeleri açısından değerlendirilmiştir. Kullanılan ölçekler aracılığıyla bunları kullanım düzeyleri IBM SPSS Statistics 21 programında analiz edilmiştir. Öğrencilerin 6 haftalık uygulama sonunda yazılı anlatım tutum ve kaygılarında olumlu ya da olumsuz yönde anlamlı bir fark bulunmamakla beraber yazma ilgileri, yazım noktalama ve yazma becerilerinde olumlu yönde gelişme sağlandığı belirlenmiştir. Öte yandan Dört Kare Yazma Yöntemi, öğrencilerin yazılı anlatımlarında kullandıkları bağdaşıklık ögeleri üzerinde anlamlı bir fark oluşturmamıştır. Türkçenin yabancı dil olarak öğretiminde dil öğrenim sürecinin başından itibaren öğrencilerin yazma becerisine özen göstermek yazma becerilerini geliştirmeye yardımcı olacaktır.
Data Security in the Cloud Using pTree-based Homomorphic Intrinsic Data Encryption System (pHIDES)
Authors: Hossain Mohammad , Sharma Vinayak
Published: March 2024

Cloud usage for storing data and performing operations has gained immense popularity in recent times. However, there are concerns that uploading data to the cloud increases the chances of unauthorized parties accessing it. One way to secure data from unauthorized access is to encrypt it. Even if the data is hacked, the hackers will not be able to retrieve any information from the data without knowing the 'Key' to decrypt it. But when data needs to be used for services such as data analytics, it must be in its original, non-encrypted form. Decrypting the data makes it vulnerable again, which is why Homomorphic Encryption could be the solution to this problem. In this encryption method, the analytical engine can use the encrypted data to perform analysis, where the analysis result will also be in decrypted form. Only authorized users can access the results using the 'Key.' This research proposal proposes a method called pHIDES to enhance data security in the cloud. The pHIDES (pTree-based Homomorphic Intrinsic Data Encryption System) represents data in pTree (Predicate tree) format, a data mining-ready data structure proven to manipulate a large volume of data effectively. The concept of Homomorphic Encryption (HME) along with pHIDES is discussed in our research, along with the algorithmic execution to analyze the effectiveness of the algorithm used to encrypt data in the cloud.
Exploring Sentiment on Campus. A Twitter Sentiment Analysis on University Tweets
Authors: Campan Alina , Almakki Murtadha , Do Trang , Truta Traian Marius
Published: March 2024

We report in this work the results of our analysis of accuracy of 5 sentiment analysis methods (TextBlob, VADER, logistic regression, support vector machine, CNN on encodings based on BERT tokenization,) for a dataset consisting of tweets from the academia domain, that we API-scraped for 32 universities during the year 2022. We show some results for the volume and sentiment polarity trends exhibited by this dataset. We connect peak and low sentiment averages to concrete events that explain the respective sentiment trend; this proves that observing the social media trends allows to detect real events that need attention and possible action.
IoT with Blockchain: A New Infrastructure Proposal
Authors: Hexmoor Henry , Maghsoudlou Ebrahim
Published: March 2024

The convergence of the Internet of Things (IoT) and blockchain technology represents a pivotal evolution in the digital ecosystem, offering unprecedented opportunities to enhance security, transparency, and efficiency. This paper explores the synergistic potential between IoT and blockchain, aiming to shed light on their dynamic interplay and the prospects it holds for crafting a unified framework. By analyzing the inherent challenges and opportunities within IoT systems and the transformative capabilities of blockchain, we propose a conceptual architecture that could serve as a foundation for future research and development. Our exploration presents a visionary proposal, suggesting pathways for integrating these technologies to realize a robust, scalable, and secure infrastructure for the next generation of IoT applications. This work invites the academic and industrial communities to envision and contribute to the development of innovative solutions that leverage the strengths of both IoT and blockchain, paving the way for a more connected and secure digital future
Unveiling Text Mining Potential: A Comparative Analysis of Document Classification Algorithms
Authors: Penchala Sindhuja , Murad Saydul Akbar , Roy Indranil , Gupta Bidyut , Rahimi Nick
Published: March 2024

The importance of document classification has grown significantly in recent years, mostly due to the rise in digital data volumes. Since textual documents often contain more than 80% of all information, there is a perception that text mining has tremendous commercial potential. For future uses, knowledge extraction from these texts is essential. However, it is difficult to obtain this information due to the vast volume of files. As a re- sult, since text classification was introduced, the practice of classifying documents by text analysis has grown in significance. We have primarily employed three different algorithms to compare the metrics between them in order to assess the performance of various models. For this, the dataset was created by extracting condensed information from a variety of textbook genres, including business, social science, and computer science textbooks. To classify textbooks within the same subject group, we used three supervised machine learn- ing techniques in this study: decision trees, random forests, and neural networks. Among these three models, multilayer perceptron neural networks have performed and produced the best outcomes.
Digital Transformation: A Quality Model as a guide to achieve a digital product focused on people
Authors: Debnath Narayan , Peralta Mario Gabriel , Salgado Carlos Humberto , Baigorria Lorena , Riesco Daniel , Montejano Germán
Published: March 2024

Thinking about the experience that the user will have when interacting with a software, is beginning to understand that, in the interaction process, different factors influence: individual, social, cultural, contextual and those specific to the product in question. Artificial intelligence and process automation, among other technologies, are implemented in companies to increase productivity and improve the experience of customers and suppliers. But how do they impact companies? And how can they improve the user experience? Consumers are more likely to purchase brands that they recognize, remember and provide relevant and personalized offers. Personalized experiences can increase conversion rates by 300% and, precisely, Artificial Intelligence (AI) comes to collaborate to achieve this. In this sense, the objective of this proposal is to provide software development companies with a quality model with a people-centered approach that places them at the center of design-driven development. This mode serves as an instrument, guide or good practices that allow them to position themselves at a highly competitive level in the current market, through the production of quality software based on the user experience. For this purpose, a quality model is proposed, the development of which took into account the structure of the International Standard ISO 13407:1999, the ISO 25000 standard and information collected from the software and computer services industry in the region.
Pseudorandom Binary Generator Based on the Combination of Linear Feedback Shift Registers with Nonlinear Filtering Function
Authors: Debnath Narayan , Farías Andrés Francisco , Farías Andrés Alejandro , Garis Ana Gabriela , Riesco Daniel , Montejano Germán Antonio
Published: March 2024

This work develops the procedure for the construction of a pseudorandom binary generator based in a structure made up of two blocks of four Linear Feedback Shift Register (LFSR) each, which have attached non-linear filtering functions, which deliver binary sequences that are combined by a block that contains the combination devices.

The process includes: characteristics of the LFSR, definition of the model, choice of the different LFSR, selection of Boolean functions based on their optimal cryptographic properties, composition of the generator with the selected elements, key and the procedure to generate them, choice of tests statistics to be used and the criteria for analyzing the results, putting it into operation and carrying out the necessary randomness tests on the sequences obtained.
Alternatif protein kaynağı Spirulina platensis ile zenginleştirilen kefirin γ-aminobütirik asit (GABA), karnosin, anserin, 5-hidroksimetilfurfural (HMF) ve indirgen şeker içeriği
Authors: Terzioğlu Murat Emre , Edebali Ezgi , Bakırcı İhsan
Published: March 2024

Hayvansal üretim faaliyetleri esnasında oluşan atıkların, çevre kirliliğine neden olması ve küresel ısınmanın bir nedeni olarak gösterilen sera gazı emisyon oranını arttırması başta Spirulina platensis olmak üzere protein açısından zengin mikroalg kaynaklarını gündeme getirmiştir. Daha az enerji kullanılarak, uygun maaliyetle sürdürülebilir yetiştirme imkanlarına sahip olan S. platensis yüksek protein içeriğinin yanı sıra çevre dostu kimliğiyle dikkatleri üzerine çekmiştir. Mevcut çalışmada içerdiği probiyotik mikroorganizmalar neticesinde fonksiyonel gıda olarak nitelendirilen kefire farklı oranlarda (%0.5, %1 ve %1.5) S. platensis ilave edilmiş ve örneklerde nörotransmiter madde olarak nitelendirilen γ-aminobütirik asit (GABA) içeriğinin yanı sıra nörolojik hastalıkların ve dokularda biriken oksidatif stresin önlenmesinde önemli bir rol oynayan karnosin ve anserin dipeptilerinin içeriği belirlenmiştir. Ayrıca kefir örneklerinde indirgen şeker ve Maillard reaksiyon ürünü olan 5-hidroksimetilfurfural (HMF) oluşumu incelenerek S. platensis ilavesinin etkisi ortaya konmuştur. Bu bağlamda, kefir örneklerine S. platensis ilavesinin istatistiksel olarak GABA, karnosin ve HMF değerleri üzerinde çok önemli (p<0.01) ve indirgen şeker üzerinde önemli (p<0.05) etkiye sahip olduğu, anserin üzerinde ise önemli bir etkisinin olmadığı (p>0.05) belirlenmiştir. Kontrol grubu kefir örneklerinde GABA içeriğinin 544.52 nmol mL-1 olduğu belirlenirken, S. platensis ilavesiyle artarak 1310.62-2055.12 nmol mL-1 arasında değiştiği saptanmıştır. Benzer şekilde karnosin ve anserin içeriklerinin de S. platensis ilavesiyle artarak, sırasıyla 10.51-16.01 nmol mL-1 ve 12.41-17.38 nmol mL-1 arasında değiştiği belirlenmiştir. Kefir örneklerinde saptanan HMF içeriği S. platensis ilavesiyle artmış olmasına rağmen, tüketilebilir limitler içerisinde yer aldığı ortaya konmuştur. Sonuç olarak, S. platensis ilaveli kefir örneklerinin GABA, karnosin ve anserin kaynağı ve fonksiyonel bir ürün olarak tüketimi tavsiye edilmektedir.
Factores que establecen la adaptación del Smartphone en el ámbito universitario. Percepción docente
Authors: Niño-Rodríguez Claudia Ivonne , Brosig-Rodríguez Mayra Elizabeth , Cantú-Rodríguez Jesús
Published: March 2024

La incorporación de las tecnologías de la información y la comunicación,  han evolucionado y transformado  a la educación y a el sistema educativo en general, aportando flexibilidad a los procesos mediante  la implementación de nuevas herramientas  pedagógicas y acceso a diferentes escenarios educativos; por lo cual la presente investigación tiene como propósito analizar el perfil del docente que utiliza el Smartphone en el proceso de Enseñanza-Aprendizaje -Evaluación, para determinar los factores principales en las dimensiones de conocimiento, uso por lugar, uso por frecuencia, importancia, introducción pautada, iniciativa personal, y de formación. Se realizó un análisis descriptivo de los ítems que componen el cuestionario en lo referente al Smartphone, en la docencia e investigación, así como un análisis de consistencia mediante el alfa de Cronbach, para determinar la fiabilidad de cada dimensión y  un análisis factorial confirmatorio de primer orden para comprobar la validez del constructo, a través del análisis de datos se muestra  que los docentes cuentan con conocimiento de aplicaciones que  les son útiles en su función, además de disposición para conocer más sobre este dispositivo aplicado a los procesos educativos;  y como dificultades la interrupción en las  sesiones, la expresión escrita y gasto adicional de internet.
Creatividad en el emprendimiento universitario: una perspectiva de género el caso ITSON
Authors: Valdez-Juárez Luis Enrique , Ruiz-Zamora José Alonso , Rubio-Alvarado Karla Berenice
Published: March 2024

El presente estudio tiene como propósito analizar el efecto de las barreras para la creatividad en las habilidades creativas y en las intenciones emprendedoras de los estudiantes universitarios del Instituto Tecnológico de Sonora (ITSON) en México. Además, se analizan las diferencias significativas existentes entre el género (hombres y mujeres) de los estudiantes con respecto a las barreras para la creatividad, las habilidades creativas y las intenciones emprendedoras. Para la recolección de la información se utilizó una encuesta electrónica enviada a los participantes a través de correo electrónico con el uso de Google forms. El estudio es de corte cuantitativo fundamentado en el muestreo estratificado. La muestra del estudio es de 764 estudiantes universitarios. Para el análisis de los datos se utilizó la técnica de ecuaciones estructurales basada en la varianza con apoyo en el método de mínimos cuadrados parciales (PLS). Los resultados revelan que las habilidades creativas influyen fuertemente en las intenciones emprendedoras y que las barreras para la creatividad no han sido una limitante para el desarrollo de la creatividad y la intención hacia el emprendimiento.  El estudio pone de manifiesto que el género femenino presenta mayor percepción positiva en las habilidades creativas y en las intenciones emprendedoras.
A UTILIZAÇÃO DE BICICLETAS NA PROMOÇÃO DA SAÚDE E MELHORIA NO TRÂNSITO
Authors: Câmara Victor Mayer do Santos , Tomaz Ana Caroline de Brito Evangelista , Schilieper Mariana Della Mura Jannini , Gigante Priscila Cristina da Silva , Rabelo Elizabeth Avelino , Moura Claudia Helena Gonçalves , Oliveira Ana Francisca , Ribeiro Denise Costa , Bueno Samuel José Alves , Bueno Flaviana Neias
Published: March 2024

Este trabalho aborda o uso da bicicleta na promoção da saúde e melhoria do trânsito. Buscamos entender como o uso da bicicleta pode prover saúde e melhorar o trânsito. A relevância desse estudo relaciona-se à necessidade de uma reflexão sobre trânsito brasileiro e o uso de bicicletas como meio alternativo de transporte, uma vez que esta é capaz de trazer benefícios para o trânsito e para a saúde de quem a conduz, representando melhorias para a sociedade em geral e para os ciclistas. Além disso, produzir um trabalho sobre o assunto geral material acadêmico que pode trazer mais informações à comunidade e aos estudantes de psicologia interessados no tema. A metodologia utilizada foi a revisão bibliográfica. Concluímos que, apesar de o suporte do poder público ainda promover pouco incentivo ao uso da bicicleta, esta representa uma ferramenta eficaz não só na promoção da saúde, como também de melhoria do trânsito, podendo ser utilizada em larga escala em caso de investimento público em infraestrutura e estímulos à adesão desse meio de transporte.
AUTOESTIMA E SUAS IMPLICAÇÕES NO ENVELHECIMENTO
Authors: Oliveira Luiz Gustavo , Donabela Munira Arabe Brazier , Teodoro Gleiciane , Schlieper Mariana Della Mura Jannini , Gigante Priscila Cristina da Silva , Tomaz Ana Caroline de B. E. , Rabelo Elizabeth Avelino , Pimenta Christiane Navarra Frogeri , Ribeiro Denise Costa , Câmara Victor Mayer do Santos
Published: March 2024

A autoestima é o valor que o sujeito apresenta a si mesmo, de acordo com suas questões subjetivas e experiências pessoais. Este tema relacionado aos idosos é considerado complexo cujas causas e consequências são relativas e variam para cada indivíduo. Diante disso, este trabalho realizou uma revisão bibliográfica, usado como descritor os termos “Envelhecimento e Autoestima” nas plataformas Pepsic e Scielo. Foram identificados 19 artigos científicos no período de 2014 a 2023. Após a utilização dos critérios de inclusão e exclusão, 6 artigos foram selecionados para compor o presente estudo, com o objetivo de compreender a relação entre a autoestima e os idosos. Os achados desta pesquisa revelam conclusões significativas sobre a relação entre autoestima e diferentes aspectos da vida. Foi constatado que a autoestima está positivamente correlacionada com a qualidade de vida, indicando a importância desse fator para o bem-estar global. Além disso, a prática regular de atividades corporais emergiu como um contribuinte notável para a promoção de uma autoestima saudável. É imperativo reconhecer a importância de estratégias de intervenção psicológica, especialmente na promoção da autoestima, visando não apenas a saúde mental, mas também o enriquecimento da experiência de vida em diferentes contextos e estágios da vida.
SUICÍDIO SOB A PERSPECTIVA DA TERAPIA COGNITIVO-COMPORTAMENTAL: POSSÍVEIS INTERVENÇÕES TERAPÊUTICAS
Authors: Tódero Amanda Rodrigues , Pereira Luíz Renato , Barbosa Stela do Lago , Teodoro Gleiciane , Gigante Priscila Cristina da Silva , Pimenta Christiane Navarra Frogeri , Ribeiro Denise Costa , Câmara Victor Mayer do Santos , Bueno Flaviana Neias , Rezeck Fabio
Published: March 2024

Este artigo de revisão bibliográfica aborda a relevância e potenciais intervenções terapêuticas da Terapia Cognitivo-Comportamental (TCC) no contexto do comportamento suicida. Destaca-se a complexidade do suicídio, tornando a psicoterapia, especialmente a TCC, uma ferramenta valiosa na prevenção e tratamento. Sublinha-se a importância da atenção dos psicólogos aos sinais de alerta, avaliação de riscos e dificuldades emocionais, considerando diversos aspectos da vida do paciente. O trabalho multidisciplinar é enfatizado para promover eficácia na promoção de saúde mental. Os resultados evidenciam que a TCC, ao abordar fatores comportamentais, emocionais e cognitivos, é eficaz na redução do sofrimento psíquico e prevenção de recaídas. A aliança terapêutica é vital para permitir que os pacientes expressem suas vulnerabilidades. No entanto, o estudo reconhece limitações, como a dependência de fontes disponíveis, e destaca a necessidade de abordagens integrativas para uma compreensão mais abrangente do comportamento suicida.
INÍCIO DA DOCÊNCIA: DESAFIOS VIVENCIADOS PELOS PROFESSORES EGRESSOS DAS LICENCIATURAS DA UNIFAL-MG
Authors: Tomaz Ana Caroline de B. E. , Schilieper Mariana Della Mura Jannini , Teodoro Gleiciane Aparecida , Tomaz Ana Caroline de B. E. , Moura Claudia Helena Gonçalves , Oliveira Ana Francisca , Pimenta Christiane Navarra Frogeri , Alves Samuel José Bueno , Sousa Vanessa de , Bueno Flaviana Neas
Published: March 2024

Este artigo se situa em torno de questões que estão relacionadas ao início da profissão docente e seus impasses. Para nos ajudar a tecer este trabalho, utilizamos como referenciais teóricos autores que trabalham com as temáticas “Professor Iniciante”, “Desenvolvimento Profissional Docente” e “Formação Inicial e Continuada de professores”. São eles: João Formosinho; Maurice Tardif; Maria Assunção Flores; Michaël Huberman; dentre outros autores. Algumas questões orientaram a discussão, tais como: conhecer os desafios vivenciados pelos docentes em início de carreira, quais são os mecanismos de superação elaborados pelos professores frente aos desafios vivenciados em início de carreira e qual a percepção dos docentes quanto ao processo de formação inicial e continuada. Nesse sentido, o trabalho tem como objetivo central identificar os desafios vivenciados pelos professores egressos dos cursos de licenciaturas da UNIFAL-MG e também verificar como a formação inicial e/ou continuada contribui para o enfrentamento de tais desafios. A metodologia utilizada é de natureza qualitativa, com perspectiva na interpretação construtiva, cujos dados foram obtidos por meio das análises de um questionário disponibilizado aos egressos. De acordo com a construção de núcleos de significação, realizamos as análises e a interpretação dos dados, observando que o trabalho docente resiste às forças opressoras enfrentadas pelos educadores, sobretudo questões desafiadoras que estão relacionadas não apenas ao fazer docente, mas também à própria construção da identidade do professor. Estes desafios são vivenciados especialmente pelo professor iniciante, cujo início da carreira muitas vezes é marcado por falta de apoio, seja dos colegas ou da própria gestão da instituição, fazendo-o muitas vezes desistir da carreira ou ir trabalhando conforme for possível. Concluímos, assim, que o desenvolvimento profissional docente não depende apenas de fatores externos, como a formação inicial de professores, mas também de questões relacionadas à própria dinâmica da instituição em que se trabalha, sobretudo do sistema educacional como um todo. Isto é, há de se pensar mais neste profissional docente iniciante, de maneira que este encontre subsídios, dentro das instituições escolares, por meio de políticas públicas, que possam auxilia-lo, não apenas no início da atividade docente, mas também ao longo de toda a sua trajetória como professor.
DEPRESSÃO E SINTOMAS VEGETATIVOS EM UNIVERSITÁRIOS
Authors: Oliveira Tainara Aparecida , Nogueira Loana Souza , Gambi Isabela Dias , Rodrigues Taynara de Carvalho , Sousa Vanessa , Schilieper Mariana Della Mura Jannini , Teodoro Gleciane Aparecida , Moura Cláudia Helena Gonçalves , Rabelo Elizabeth Avelino , Oliveira Ana Francisca
Published: March 2024

A depressão é um transtorno mental que afeta o indivíduo como um todo, levando a prejuízos cognitivos, motores, sociais, vegetativos, alterações de humor e ansiedade. O presente artigo teve como objetivo investigar a incidência de sintomas depressivos e queixas somáticas em universitários. Buscou-se também averiguar diferenças de média em relação ao gênero e curso, além de identificar se a presença de animal de estimação e morar ou não na cidade em que estuda podem ter associação com sintomas depressivos. Participaram da pesquisa 271 universitários, sendo 57,6% mulheres. Em relação à moradia, 57,4% residem na mesma cidade em que estudam e 74,2% coabitam com animal de estimação. A aplicação foi feita presencialmente no ambiente universitário. Foram utilizados dois instrumentos, quais sejam, o Questionário de Sintomas Vegetativos e a Escala Baptista de Depressão, versão Adultos – EBADEP-A. Verificou-se que 74,3% da amostra não apresentou sintomatologia depressiva ou teve sintomas mínimos, 12,2% apresentaram sintomatologia leve, 11,2% apresentaram sintomatologia moderada e 2,3% apresentaram sintomatologia severa. Além disso, foi observado diferenças estatisticamente significativas (p<0,05) entre homens e mulheres em todos os escores da EBADEP-A. Foram observados coeficientes de correlação significativos entre sintomas depressivos gerais e sensação de fraqueza, alterações no sono, alteração na alimentação, inquietação, falta de energia e tontura. Dessa forma, é explícito a importância de ampliar a rede de apoio psicossocial, para que a intervenção necessária seja feita a tempo e possa melhorar a qualidade de vida dos universitários.
Retumba la Tierra. Ténabarim, koyolim y senaaso. Mitología amerindia de los instrumentos musicales del Pajko’ola
Authors: Camacho Fidel
Published: March 2024

During his dance, the Pajko'ola performs various percussion instruments by shaking (ténabarim, koyolim and senaaso). The analysis of each one cannot be separated from the mythology that underlies the character, associated with the Earth and telluric movements. Here the existence of a complex related to predominantly feminine entities and "wild beasts" -ancient women or ogres- of the "Old Men of the Dance" type and to nocturnal lepidoptera is proposed. The review of this approach is not exhaustive, but it allows us to locate aspects of mythology of Yuto-Nahuas groups and other linguistic affiliations, present and past, from Mexico and beyond. From the mythology of "noise" it is possible to locate the Pajko'ola and its musical instruments as belonging to the domain of the darkness.
The Asharshylyq in Contemporary and Public Art of Kazakhstan: The Politics of Commemorating the Kazakh Famine of the 1930s
Authors: Shoshanova Saltanat
Published: March 2024

Abstract: This article explores the politics of the commemoration of the Kazakh famine of the 1930s by analyzing the commemoration strategies employed by visual artists in the period from 2012 until 2019. It identifies two types of art production on the topic—governmental public art, which avoids politicizing the famine and reads it as the greatest humanitarian catastrophe of the Soviet period, and art projects by independent artists who call the Kazakh famine a genocide. Although these two positions seem to be ideologically opposed on a rhetorical level, the article shows that the difference in the visual language used to express these opposite political positions is not always as pronounced as one would expect, and proposes several explanations for this incoherence.
Opportunity to Excel: Now and the Future (Presidential Address)
Authors: Adeem Ul Haque, Durr-e-Nayab
Published: March 2024

Availability of opportunities implies that people have a range of life options, specifically economic, to pick from, and have a realistic chance to adopt what they want to do and succeed in it. For Pakistan, where nearly sixty percent of the population is aged under 30 years, opportunities become even more significant. The fact that we live in a world where technology is changing the way things are done at an unprecedented pace makes it very easy for those not keeping up to be left far behind, without opportunities.
Regulatory Framework and Behavioural Issues in the Informal Khokhas’ Markets in Pakistan (Article)
Authors: Anwar Shah, Tehseen Ahmed Qureshi
Published: March 2024

Khokha (Kiosk) is a major part of informal markets and is widely observed across the globe and in Pakistan. Khokhas are one of the major sources of market-based poverty alleviation and absorb a significant number of labour force. However, on average Khokhas in Pakistan are in shabby states, which arise a question about its regulatory framework. Whether any regulatory framework of Khokhas prevails in Pakistan and to what extent it facilitates or hinders entry. To find an answer to these questions, we collect data from secondary and primary sources and find that, there exists no legal framework to obtain a license for establishing Khokhas in Pakistan. People set up a Khokha with a constant fear of demolishment, fines, confiscation, and arrest. We also find that the harassment of current vendors from public authorities is a major behavioural barrier for prospective entrants. Based on the other countries’ best practices, we propose a detailed set of policies for creating a formal legal framework for khokhas across Pakistan.