bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Pelatihan Perencanaan Keuangan Remaja Bagi Siswa Madrasah Aliyah Mambaul Ulum Corogo
Authors: Hidayatul Khusnah  , Mardiyah Anugraini  , Yusak Anshori  , Firdeana Fitrotul Ula
Published: March 2024

Perekonomian global saat ini menuntut masyarakat untuk memiliki tingkat literasi keuangan yang memadai sehingga masyarakat mampu menghadapi persaingan global. Namun tingkat pengetahuan dan pemahaman masyarakat khususnya para remaja mengenai pentingnya keuangan masih rendah. Edukasi mengenai pentingnya literasi keuangan untuk masyarakat Indonesia perlu terus ditingkatkan agar para remaja mampu mengelola keuangannya secara baik dan dapat mempersiapkan masa depan dirinya secara financial. Kurangnya informasi yang diterima oleh masyarakat khususnya remaja terkait literasi keuangan menjadi salah satu penyebab pengelolaan keuangan masyarakat belum baik sehingga mengakibatkan perilaku konsumtif yang tidak sesuai dengan kebutuhan masih tinggi. Manajemen keuangan pada remaja dituntut mampu mengendalikan proses setiap kebutuhan di dalam kesehariannya, serta mampu membuat suatu perencanaan-perencanaan anggaran yang diperlukan secara sederhana untuk mencapai suatu kepuasan tersendiri dan untuk mencegah kesulitan uang. Melalui kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat inilah digagas adanya kegiatan pelatihan dan seminar mengenai dasar-dasar perencanaan keuangan untuk meningkatkan literasi keuangan di kalangan remaja. Khalayak sasaran yang akan dilatih dalam dalam kegiatan ini adalah para siswa Madrasah Aliyah Mambaul Ulum Corogo.
Kesehatan Optimal di Masa Kehamilan Melalui Kegiatan Olahraga dan Rekreasi di Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Banyu Urip Surabaya
Authors: R. Khairiyatul Afiyah  , Farida Umamah  , Rusdianingseh
Published: March 2024

Rutinitas olahraga dan rekreasi pada ibu hamil banyak terganggu oleh pandemi, terutama di daerah metropolitan Kegiatan rekreasi bertujuan mempererat ikatan ibu dan janin sebelum kelahiran, serta liburan saat hamil juga membantu menghalau stres yang rentan menyerang. Waktu yang paling tepat saat melakukan liburan atau rekreasi yaitu ketika usia kehamilan memasuki trimester kedua, atau ketika usia kandungan antara 20-30 minggu dan disarankan ibu hamil pada waktu melakukan perjalanan setidaknya 2 jam sekali berhenti untuk mengurangi tekanan. Tujuan kegiatan ini adalah Meningkatkan pengetahuan dan keterampilan ibu hamil dan masyarakat tentang  pentingnya olahraga dan rekreasi di masa kehamilan. Metode yang diterapkan dalam pengabdian masyarakat ini adalah model edukasi dan memberikan keterampilan kepada kader, ibu hamil dan keluarga dan setelah satu bulan dievaluasi hasil pre dan post pemberian edukasi. Hasil analisa data dengan menggunakan uji statistik Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test didapatkan hasil p value < 0,05 yang berarti ada perbedaan pengetahuan dan keterampilan pre dan post pemberian edukasi dan keterampilan. Hasil dari kegiatan didapatkan bahwa pengetahuan dan keterampilan tentang pentingnya olahraga dan rekreasi di masa kehamilan ibu hamil, keluarga dan kader sebelum diberikan intervensi 50 % kurang dan 50 % cukup. Hasil sesudah pemberian edukasi dan keterampilan didapatkan hasil  25% cukup dan 75 % baik. Pemberian edukasi dan keterampilan tentang tentang pentingnya olahraga dan rekreasi di masa kehamilan bermanfaat meningkatkan perilaku sehat dalam merawat kehamilan. Pengetahuan merupakan faktor utama dalam merubah perilaku untuk mencapai derajat kesehatan ibu hamil yang optimal dan hal ini sesuai dengan konsep dari Theory Planned of Behavior. Kesimpulan dalam kegiatan ini adalah pemberian edukasi dan keterampilan dapat mempengaruhi perilaku sehat yaitu ibu hamil dan keluarga mampu merawat dirinya selama kehamilan. Keterlibatan keluarga dan kader kesehatan sangat berpengaruh dalam mewujudkan perilaku tersebut dengan cara berkolaborasi dengan baik dengan tim kesehatan.
An Analysis of Split-Ring Resonators and Potential Barcode Application
Authors: Ong Chu Shen , Yeap Kim Ho , Chong Zhi Lin , Nisar Humaira
Published: March 2024

This paper presents an analysis of various split-ring resonator (SRR) configurations coupled with coplanar waveguides (CPW). Three distinct resonant structures are presented, namely, the S-shaped split-ring resonator (S-SRR), the conventional split-ring resonator (SRR), and a pair of SRR. Among the examined resonant structures, it is observed that the S-SRR exhibits the smallest electrical size with the corresponding resonant frequency of 1.37 GHz, while the conventional SRR has the largest electrical size with the corresponding resonant frequency of 3.34 GHz. On the other hand, the resonant frequency of a dual SRR is 2.37 GHz. However, the transmission coefficient of a dual SRR is -11.43 dB, which is higher than S-SRR (-10.02 dB) and SRR (-8.18 dB). Furthermore, this study extends the analysis between a square dual SRR and a circular dual SRR with retained area. The square SRR demonstrates a lower resonance frequency (2.23 GHz) relative to its circular counterpart (2.37 GHz). The comparison also shows that the transmission coefficient of the square configuration is -13.88 dB, which is higher than its circular counterpart (-11.43 dB). The realization of a barcode application is achieved by loading multiple S-shaped split ring resonators (S-SRRs) with varying geometric parameters adjacently onto the transmission line. By individually rotating each of these S-SRRs, it becomes possible to alter the notch magnitude, thereby positioning it within a specific designated range corresponding to a particular code. In the case of a configuration involving rotations of (0°, 45°, 90°, 0°, 45°, 90°), this approach results in the creation of a barcode denoted as "100 010 000 100 011 000". This methodology enables the encoding of information in the form of distinctive resonant responses, providing a versatile and compact means of realizing barcode applications.
The Review of Recent Trend for School Bus Routing Problem
Authors: Mohd Azmi Nur Intan Liyana , Md Mahdzir Afwan Hakim , Heng Yu Xuan , Ng Xian Yu , Tan Mei Tiean , Tian Yu Kun
Published: March 2024

The School Bus Routing Problem (SBRP) is a complex transportation challenge involving finding optimal bus routes. This review paper provides an overview of the recent developments in SBRP research and focuses on three sub-problems: Bus Route Generation, Bus Route Scheduling, and Bus Stop Selection. The paper examines recent publications from 57 relevant articles. It highlights the increasing focus on real-world and complex scenarios, as well as the growing popularity of metaheuristic approaches in addressing SBRP challenges. The analysis reveals the significance of bus route generation, bus route scheduling, and bus stop selection, showcasing the effectiveness of machine learning and heuristic or metaheuristic algorithms in improving route quality. This study also classifies SBRP problems based on the number of schools, service surroundings (urban or rural), mixed-load scenarios, and fleet mix (homogeneous or heterogeneous). Finally, the paper explores the objectives of SBRP research, including minimising the total cost, distance, time, and number of buses. Meanwhile, the constraints of this study are the capacity of a bus, the maximum riding time, time windows, the maximum walking time between two stops and so on. This comprehensive review paper aims to offer a framework for new researchers and provides valuable insights for future research directions in this transportation area.
La justicia indígena como alternativa legal frente a la situación de hacinamiento carcelario en Ecuador
Authors: Andrade Padilla Walter Mauricio , Zamora Vázquez Ana Fabiola
Published: March 2024

Introducción. En el Ecuador contemporáneo, el hacinamiento carcelario ha emergido como un desafío crítico en el sistema de justicia penal. Ante esta problemática, la justicia indígena se vislumbra como una alternativa prometedora dentro del paradigma de la justicia restaurativa. Esta investigación se enfoca en explorar la viabilidad y los efectos de la implementación de la justicia indígena como respuesta al hacinamiento en las cárceles ecuatorianas. Objetivo. El objetivo principal de esta investigación es examinar la relación entre el hacinamiento carcelario en Ecuador y los resultados potenciales de la justicia restaurativa, específicamente mediante la aplicación de principios de la justicia indígena. Se busca contextualizar ambos fenómenos dentro del marco del pluralismo jurídico, con el fin de identificar oportunidades para la integración efectiva de enfoques alternativos en el sistema de justicia.  Metodología. Este artículo se basó en un enfoque cualitativo que involucró la revisión sistemática de la literatura relacionada con el hacinamiento carcelario en Ecuador, las prácticas y resultados de la justicia restaurativa en el país, y el contexto del pluralismo jurídico. Se recopilaron y analizaron datos relevantes para evaluar la magnitud, causas y consecuencias del hacinamiento, así como las posibles ventajas de la justicia restaurativa, especialmente en el marco de la diversidad jurídica. Resultados. Los resultados revelan la urgente necesidad de adoptar enfoques alternativos, como la justicia restaurativa, para abordar el hacinamiento carcelario en Ecuador. Se identifican beneficios potenciales en la aplicación de principios de la justicia indígena, particularmente en términos de reducción de la reincidencia delictiva, fortalecimiento de la cohesión social y respeto a la diversidad cultural. Conclusión. Se respalda la adopción de la justicia restaurativa, en consonancia con el pluralismo jurídico, como una alternativa viable al hacinamiento carcelario en Ecuador. Se enfatiza la importancia de considerar enfoques holísticos y culturalmente sensibles para abordar los desafíos del sistema de justicia penal, reconociendo la diversidad de perspectivas y prácticas legales en el país. La implementación de la justicia indígena representa un paso significativo hacia la transformación del sistema de justicia en beneficio de la sociedad ecuatoriana en su conjunto. Área de estudio general: Derecho. Área de estudio específica: Derecho procesal penal y litigación oral
El estado ecuatoriano y la vulneración del tratamiento integral de reinserción a la sociedad para la prevención y no reincidencia delictiva
Authors: Córdova Cárdenas Rafael Antonio , Gómez de la Torre Jarrín Gina Lucía
Published: March 2024

Introducción. La rehabilitación integral y la reinserción social de las Personas Privadas de Libertad (PPL) en Ecuador son aspectos cruciales para la sociedad. El impacto de este proceso en este grupo vulnerable es innegable, dado que tiene repercusiones tanto a nivel individual como colectivo. En este contexto, es responsabilidad primordial del Estado garantizar un cumplimiento efectivo de la rehabilitación como medida preventiva, de reducción de reincidencia y de disminución de los índices delictivos. Sin embargo, la eficacia del sistema penitenciario ecuatoriano y el rol deficiente del Estado en el tratamiento de las PPL plantean desafíos significativos. Objetivo. El objetivo de esta investigación es definir el alcance del sistema penitenciario ecuatoriano y examinar la falta de eficiencia estatal en el tratamiento de las PPL. Se busca proporcionar herramientas y mecanismos oportunos que puedan ser aplicados antes, durante y después del internamiento de las PPL. A través de un enfoque metodológico analítico-sintético y utilizando la técnica bibliográfica o documental, se recopiló información sobre la situación actual del sistema penitenciario y su impacto en las PPL, sus familias y la sociedad en general.  Metodología. Se llevó a cabo una recopilación exhaustiva de información utilizando la técnica bibliográfica o documental. El enfoque metodológico adoptado fue analítico-sintético, permitiendo el análisis detallado de la situación del sistema penitenciario y su influencia en las PPL y la sociedad en su conjunto. Se examinaron fuentes diversas para comprender a fondo la crisis del sistema, especialmente su origen en la falta de acción estatal. Resultados. Los hallazgos de la investigación revelaron una grave crisis en el sistema penitenciario ecuatoriano, principalmente atribuible a la inacción del Estado. Esta crisis afecta significativamente la capacidad de rehabilitación y reinserción social de las PPL, generando consecuencias negativas para la sociedad en su conjunto. Conclusión. Es imperativo que el Estado adopte medidas oportunas y adecuadas para fortalecer el proceso de rehabilitación social de las PPL. Esto implica la implementación efectiva de políticas públicas, legislación pertinente, protocolos adecuados, herramientas técnicas y económicas, así como la ejecución de proyectos con seguimiento riguroso de los objetivos y resultados obtenidos. Área de estudio general: Derecho. Área de estudio específica: Derecho procesal penal y litigación oral
PENGARUH KOMUNIKASI, DISIPLIN KERJA, LINGKUNGAN KERJA DAN MOTIVASI TERHADAP KINERJA PEGAWAI MASJID SULTAN MAHMUD RIAYAT SYAH
Authors: Utami Annisa Dwi , Azis Dhenny Asmarazisa , Hasibuan Rahman , Siregar Hanafi
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui dan menganalisis pengaruh komunikasi, disiplin kerja, lingkungan kerja dan motivasi terhadap kinerja pegawai Masjid Sultan Mahmud Riayat Syah. Jenis penelitian ini adalah kuantitatif dengan dengan metode survey mengunakkan uji regresi linier berganda. Populasi pada penelitian ini sebanyak 63 orang/pegawai. Pengambilan sampel metode sampling jenuh dengan jumlah 63 orang/pegawai. Data diperoleh dengan menggunakan instrument kuisioner yang telah diuji validitas dan reliabilitasnya. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa dengan hasil uji F diperoleh 9.724, dengan nilai F (sign) adalah sebesar 0,000 (sign 0,000 < 0,05). Hal ini membuktikan pada variabel komunikasi, disiplin kerja, lingkungan kerja dan motivasi terdapat pengaruh positif dan signifikan secara Bersama-sama/simultan terhadap kinerja pegawai Masjid Sultan Mahmud Riayat Syah.

Kata Kunci: Komunikasi, Disiplin Kerja, Lingkungan Kerja, Motivasi, Kinerja Pegawai.
PROBLEMS AND WAYS TO SOLVE THEM WHEN ENSURING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE PLAN FOR THE RECRUITMENT OF EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS FEDERAL PENITENTIARY SERVICE
Authors: Gavrina Elena
Published: March 2024

The article presents the main problems that arise when ensuring the implementation of the plan for the recruitment of federal state organizations engaged in educational activities and under the jurisdiction of the Federal Penitentiary Service for educational programs of higher education: bachelor's degree, specialty, master's degree, consequences and ways to overcome them. In addition, the measures aimed at increasing the prestige of the service in the penal system, on which the recruitment of these educational organizations depends, are briefly outlined.
Multiomics profiling of buffy coat and plasma unveils etiology-specific signatures in hepatocellular carcinoma
Authors: Hong Jiwon , Eun Jung Woo , Baek Geum Ok , Cheong Jae Youn , Park Seryoung , Kim Soon Sun , Cho Hyo Jung , Lim Su Bin
Published: March 2024

Background/Aims: Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is a leading cause of cancer mortality worldwide. Despite identification of several biomarkers for HCC diagnosis, challenges such as low sensitivity and intratumoral heterogeneity have impeded early detection, highlighting the need for etiology-specific blood biomarkers.Methods: We generated whole-transcriptome sequencing (WTS) and targeted proteome data from buffy coat and plasma samples from HCC patients. By integrating etiological information on viral infection, we investigated the etiology-specific gene expression landscape at the blood level. Validation of differentially expressed genes (DEGs) was performed using publicly available RNA-seq datasets and qRT‒PCR with AUC analyses.Results: Differential expression analyses with multiomics data revealed distinct gene expression profiles between HBV-associated HCC and nonviral HCC, indicating the presence of etiology-specific blood biomarkers. The identified DEGs were validated across multiple independent datasets, underscoring their utility as biomarkers. Additionally, single-cell RNA-seq analysis of HCC confirmed differences in DEG expression across distinct immune cell types.Conclusions: Our buffy coat WTS data and plasma proteome data may serve as reliable sources for identifying etiology-specific blood biomarkers of HCC and might contribute to discovery of therapeutic targets for HCC across different etiologies.
DIRECTIONS AND PROSPECTS OF THE APPLICATION OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN CUSTOMS AFFAIRS IN THE CONTEXT OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
Authors: RAZUMEI MAKSYM , KVELIASHVILI IRYNA , KAZANTSEV SERHII , HRANYK YEVHEN , AKIMOV OLEKSANDR , AKIMOVA LIUDMYLA
Published: March 2024

The article is devoted to analysis of vectors and specific features of AI solutions development in the field of customs service. Based on tracing the evolution of digital transformation in custom, conceptual model of AI integration in custom IT system is considered. Practical implications of AI systems introduction in customs, in particular within the context of international relations, are outlined, together with the examples of advanced experience.
Método: Music of the Americas for Bassoon
Authors: B. Ewell Terry
Published: March 2024

Studies or collections of exercises for instruments or voice have been largely comprised of materials and teaching methods developed in Europe. While these models have served music education well for centuries, they neglect important pedagogies and literature from the billion people in the Americas.
SIGN LANGUAGE DETECTION AND TEXT TO SPEECH GENERATION
Authors:   Department of CSE  Graphic Era Hill University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India, Gomathi Harsh , Bhatt Shubham ,   Graphic Era Hill University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
Published: March 2024

A vital technique for bridging the communication gap between hearing-impaired and normal individuals is sign language. But given the diversity of today's approximately 7000 sign languages, which vary in hand shapes, body part positions, and motion positions, automated sign language recognition (ASLR) is a challenging method. Researchers are looking into more effective ways to build ASLR systems to find intelligent solutions in order to get around this complexity, and they have shown impressive results. This purpose of this work is to examine the literature on intelligent systems for sign language recognition spanning the previous 20 years. 649 publications in all about intelligent systems and decision assistance on the recognition of sign language (SLR) are taken out of the Scopus database and examined. The taken out Using bibliometric VOS Viewer software, articles are evaluated in order to: (1) determine the temporal and spatial distributions of the publications; (2) establish cooperation networks between authors and affiliations; and (3) identify productive institutions within this framework. Additionally, methods for vision-based sign language recognition are reviewed. There is a discussion of the many feature extraction and classification methods utilized in SLR to get high-quality results. This paper's literature assessment highlights the value of integrating intelligent solutions into sign language recognition systems and illustrates that the development of flawless intelligent systems for sign language recognition remains an unsolved challenge. Overall, it is anticipated that this study will aid in the production of intelligent based SLR and the collection of information while offering readers, researchers, and practitioners a road map for future direction.
THE IMPORTANCE OF QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM IN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY
Authors:   Department of Quality Assurance  Indore Institute of Pharmacy  Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India, Shukla Richa , Chhabra Gurmeet Singh ,   Department of Quality Assurance (HOD)  Indore Institute of Pharmacy  Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India
Published: March 2024

One of the businesses with the most regulations is the pharmaceutical industry. Implementing a quality management system helps the pharmaceutical business deliver high-caliber finished goods to the market. Quality management system has played an important role in producing a high quality of produced yield as well as it is more supportive in managing, balancing and continuing the quality status in their services or products. This review article goes into detail about the ICH Q10, their purpose, history, GLP and ISO. This review article also covers audits, QMS, their implementation, risk management, certification and industrial influence on standards and quality. This review article in short covers all the important and valuable aspects of QMS from how is QMS implemented and what are its effects on industrialization and its audit and certification.
STRUCTURAL OPTIMIZATION OF TRUCK LADDER CHASSIS USING FINITE ELEMENT METHOD
Authors:   Department of Mechanical Engineering  CEME NUST, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan, Hasnain Muzammil Syed , Hussain Muhammad ,   Department of Mechanical Engineering  CEME NUST, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan, Umair Khalid Muhammad ,   Department of Mechanical Engineering  CEME NUST, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan, Amin Abdullah ,   Department of Mechanical Engineering  CEME NUST, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan
Published: March 2024

The research aim is to find out the most suitable cross section truck ladder chassis with the factors of maximum stress and equivalent stress. The vehicle's chassis is an important component, and static loading circumstances can lead to a variety of breakdowns. Unbalanced loading circumstances exist in the design of passenger and truck trucks; the local passenger bus's real carrying capacity for unloading is lower than that of the truck. The passenger truck chassis is designed with maximum stress and maximum deflection as the primary design parameters. But the present study focus is on the stresses developed in the chassis for each type of cross section. For our analysis the material we selected is ASTM 710 Steel. Different models of chassis have been selected with different types of cross sections that are I , C and rectangular (hollow). The solid modelling and Finite Element Analysis has been done in Ansys. In the end the analytical results are compared with the results of software.
An Interview with Dr. Stanley White, One of NASA’s First Flight Surgeons
Authors: Doarn Charles R.
Published: March 2024

BACKGROUND: In the early days of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), medicine in support of the astronauts was led by military experts from the U.S. Air Force as well as experts from the U.S. Navy and U.S. Army. In the early years, a physician with expertise in aerospace medicine was assigned to the Space Task Group and then to NASA. One of these individuals was Dr. Stanley White, a U.S. Air Force physician. To capture more of the early space medicine pioneers, a contract was established between the National Library of Medicine and the principal investigator at the University of Cincinnati to conduct a series of interviews with these early pioneers. An interview with Dr. White took place in his home while he was in hospice care. This audiotaped interview and other written and oral histories within NASA archives and the literature were reviewed to support this work. A series of questions were prepared for the interaction with Dr. White. These questions provided further clarification on his background and contribution. Responses to questions elicited open-ended discussion. The conversation provided a historical summary of Dr. White’s contribution to NASA as one of its first flight surgeons.

Doarn CR. An interview with Dr. Stanley White, one of NASA’s first flight surgeons. Aerosp Med Hum Perform. 2024; 95(4):223–225.
Body Bag Cooling with Two Different Water Temperatures for the Treatment of Hyperthermia
Authors: Miller Kevin C. , Amaria Noshir Y.
Published: March 2024

INTRODUCTION: Exertional heatstroke (EHS) is a life-threatening condition that requires quick recognition and cooling for survival. Experts recommend using cooling modalities that reduce rectal temperature (TREC) faster than 0.16°C/min though rates above 0.08°C/min are considered “acceptable.” Hyperthermic individuals treated in body bags filled with ice water (∼3°C) have excellent cooling rates (0.28 ± 0.09°C/min). However, clinicians may not have access to large amounts of ice or ice water when treating EHS victims. The purpose of this study was to determine if using a body bag filled with water near the upper limits of expert recommendations for EHS treatment would produce acceptable (>0.08°C/min) or “ideal (>0.16°C/min)” TREC cooling rates or different nadir values.

METHODS: A total of 12 individuals (9 men, 3 women; age: 21 ± 2 yr; mass: 74.6 ± 10.2 kg; height: 179.5 ± 9.6 cm) exercised in the heat until TREC was 39.5°C. They lay supine while 211.4 ± 19.5 L of 10°C (Ten) or 15°C (Fifteen) water was poured into a body bag. Subjects cooled until TREC was 38°C. They exited the body bag and rested in the heat for 10 min.

RESULTS: Subjects exercised in similar conditions and for similar durations (Ten = 46.3 ± 8.6 min, Fifteen = 46.2 ± 7.8 min). TREC cooling rates were faster in Ten than Fifteen (Ten = 0.18 ± 0.07°C/min, Fifteen = 0.14 ± 0.09°C/min). TREC nadir was slightly higher in Fifteen (37.3 ± 0.2°C) than Ten (37.1 ± 0.3°C).

DISCUSSION: Body bag cooling rates met expert definitions of acceptable (Fifteen) and ideal (Ten) for EHS treatment. This information is valuable for clinicians who do not have access to or the resources for ice water cooling to treat EHS.

Miller KC, Amaria NY. Body bag cooling with two different water temperatures for the treatment of hyperthermia. Aerosp Med Hum Perform. 2024; 95(4):194–199.
Physiological Fitness of U.S. Army Aviators Compared to the U.S. General Population
Authors: D’Alessandro Matthew , Mackie Ryan , Wolf Samantha , McGhee James S. , Curry Ian
Published: March 2024

INTRODUCTION: U.S. Army aviators are required to maintain a level of physiological fitness as part of their qualifying process, which suggests that they are generally physically healthy. However, it has not been statistically proven that they are more “physiologically fit” than the general population.

METHODS: This retrospective study compares physiological measurements of U.S. Army aviators from the Aeromedical Electronic Resource Office database to the U.S. general population using the Center for Disease Control’s National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey data. To enable an accurate comparison of physiological metrics between U.S. Army aviators and the U.S. general population, aviators were categorized into the same age groups and biological genders used for segmentation of the national population data.

RESULTS: On average, pulse rate was 4.85 bpm lower in male aviators and 6.84 bpm lower in female aviators. Fasting glucose levels were, on average, 10.6 mg · dL−1 lower in aviators compared to the general population. Key metrics like pulse rate and fasting glucose were lower in aviators, indicating cardiovascular and metabolic advantages. However, parameters like cholesterol showed less consistent differences.

DISCUSSION: While aviation physical demands and administrative policies selecting for elite physiological metrics produce improvements on some dimensions, a nuanced view accounting for the multitude of factors influencing an aviator’s physiological fitness is still warranted. Implementing targeted health monitoring and maintenance programs based on assessments conducted more frequently than the current annual flight physical may optimize aviator safety and performance over the course of a career.

D’Alessandro M, Mackie R, Wolf S, McGhee JS, Curry I. Physiological fitness of U.S. Army aviators compared to the U.S. general population. Aerosp Med Hum Perform. 2024; 95(4):175–186.
Reviewing Advances in Bone Health
Authors: EMJ
Published: March 2024

The Bone Health Forum is a sponsored standalone event that unites top experts from the JAPAC region.
Non-Factor Therapies: Reflections on Current Clinical Practice
Authors: Bradbury Helena
Published: March 2024

The 17th Annual Congress of the European Association for Haemophilia and Allied Disorders (EAHAD) took place on 6th–9th February 2024 in Frankfurt, Germany. In a comprehensive and interactive session, healthcare experts and patients gathered to discuss current approaches in clinical practice. The session was chaired by Jan Blatny, University Hospital Brno, Czechia; and Niamh O’Connell, The National Coagulation Centre, St James’s Hospital, Dublin, Ireland.
Mathematical Model of Heterogeneous Traffic in LTE Networks
Authors: Abdyraeva N. , Mykyev Z.
Published: March 2024

With the introduction of multimedia mobile applications in cellular networks, effective methods have been used to increase throughput. The article defines methods for dividing cellular network resources through mathematical modeling for heterogeneous traffic. The numerical properties of the indicators of joint servicing of requests, the efficiency of joint transmission of real-time traffic and elastic data traffic have been studied. Explores key uses of traffic model resource bandwidth.
Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles, Study of Structure, Properties and Applications in Medicine
Authors: Abdullaeva Zh. , Dzhumaeva Zh. , Bepiev E. , Urmonov D. , Topchubaeva B.
Published: March 2024

Zinc oxide nanoparticles are of great interest for use in various fields including biomedicine, food industry, agriculture, etc. Research objectives: study the synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles, structure, properties and application in medicine in wound healing. For the first time, synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles performed by chemical precipitation from zinc citrate, which saves energy, temperature and cost expensive equipment. The synthesized zinc oxide nanoparticles have a cubic crystalline shape, ZnO nanoparticles size varies from 17 to 25.5 nm. The skin-irritating effect of the medicinal cosmetic gel based on zinc oxide and silver nanoparticles obtained by our method was not detected.
Rare and Endangered Species of the Sorbus L. Genus (Rosaceae) in the Flora of Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic
Authors: Gulamova A.
Published: March 2024

The article presents the characteristic features of rare and endangered species of Sorbus subfusca (Ledeb. ex Nordm.) Boiss., Sorbus persica Hedl., Sorbus roopiana Bordz., Sorbus kusnetzovii Zinserl., Sorbus caucasica Zinserl., Sorbus luristanica (Bornm.) Schönb.-Tem. belonging to the Sorbus L. genus, which are widespread in the flora of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic. In addition, the distribution areas have been determined, the causes of destruction have been studied, ways of restoration and issues of protection of these species have been indicated. It has been established that the reason for the reduction of the range of these species is their inconvenient and intensive use, as well as their collection for various purposes.
Geographical Analysis of Berberidaceae Family Plants Found on the Territory of Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic
Authors: Salmanova N.
Published: March 2024

It becomes difficult to determine the first historical range of the plant, which moved far from its prehistoric territory. It has been controversial in this aspect to determine the historical geographical range of plants also included in the Berberis L. genus. Genera and species of Berberidaceae family in Nakhchivan AR migrated from the flora of the Caucasus, Central Asia, East Asia, Iran. The territory of Iran is dominant and represented by 4 species in this family. As a result of the analysis, it was found that plants belonging to the Berberidaceae family, found on the Territory of Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic which relate predominantly to xerophilic, Caucasian and boreal geographical types.
Bioecological Characteristics of the Cirsium Mill. Species Growing in the Northeast of the Lesser Caucasus
Authors: Alyshanly U.
Published: March 2024

The Cirsium genus is a species of Asteraceae family that occupies a large area in the world. The range of species of this genus extends to all botanical and geographical regions of Azerbaijan, especially in the Ganja region. The article reflects the bioecological characteristics and significance of species of the CirsiumMill. genus, wide found in the flora of the northern regions of the Lesser Caucasus (around Ganja). Of the 15 species of the genus found in Azerbaijan, 12 were found in Ganja and adjacent areas. The species live in a wide variety of territories — from the lowlands to the alpine belt.
Uses Eriobotrya japonica (Thunb.) Lindl. in Greening in Azerbaijan
Authors: Alibayli Kh. , Sadigov T. , Alibayli E.
Published: March 2024

Information is provided on the structure, reproduction and decorative properties of Eriobotrya japonica (Thunb.) Lindl. In Absheron it is used as an ornamental plant. The plant blooms and bears fruit within 7-8 months; 6-7-year-old trees begin to bear fruit. This is a light-loving plant. Easily propagated by seeds. It is advisable to use the plant as a promising species in landscaping, landscape architecture and horticulture, taking into account the characteristics of its flowering and fruiting. The biological and ecological characteristics of the plant are analyzed.
Agroproduction Characteristics of Eroded Mountain Meadow Soils of Khojavend District of Azerbaijan
Authors: Seyidov A. , Khalilov S. , Alieva E.
Published: March 2024

The purpose of the work was to determine the agricultural production characteristics of eroded mountain-meadow soils in the Khojavend district of Azerbaijan, to develop the scientific basis for the use of these soils and to eliminate the negative consequences of erosion. Descriptions were made for 5 groups of soil quality with their detailed characteristics. As recommendations for increasing productivity, it is useful to use organic and mineral fertilizers. pastures and meadows.
Gothic Drift: The Case of ‘Raymond’ and ‘Arthur Kavanagh’
Authors: Aguirre Manuel
Published: March 2024

Two opposed views of the history of Gothic fiction claim that a) the genre went into decline and ‘died’ in the early nineteenth century, and b) it has gone from strength to strength into the twenty-first century. This article defends a third hypothesis: that Gothic neither died nor endured but transformed into other genres to which the term ‘Gothic’ can apply analogically at best. Leaning on formal criteria (the codes or compositional conventions of eighteenth-century Gothic) it then offers a comparison between two short narratives thirty-three years apart, which, while being essentially ‘the same’ text, yet can be shown to belong to different genres. The article then projects the notion of language drift onto literary evolution to suggest that a form of genre drift accounts for this seeming oddity.
Message Encryption in Digital Images using the Zhang LSB Imange Method
Authors: Saepulrohman Asep , Ismangil Agus , Heliawati Leny
Published: March 2024

Message encryption in digital images using the Zhang LSB Image method is a steganography technique that utilizes the Least Significant Bit (LSB) method to hide secret messages in the last bit of the image pixel. This method allows the use of images as a medium to convey hidden messages. The encryption process involves two main stages, namely message encryption and message hiding in an image. Message encryption is carried out using strong cryptographic algorithms to secure the authenticity and confidentiality of messages. Then, the encrypted message is inserted into the last bit of the image pixel using the LSB method. This is done by modifying the last bit value of the pixel so that the change is not visually visible to the human eye. To recover the original message, the message recovery process involves extracting the last bit of the modified image pixel and decrypting the message using the appropriate key. The Zhang LSB Image method is a steganography technique that is relatively simple but effective in hiding messages in digital images.
Insuring against variability in the performance of Nature-Based Climate Solutions
Authors: Rau E-Ping , Gross James , Coomes David , Swinfield Thomas , Madhavapeddy Anil , Balmford Andrew , Keshav Srinivasan
Published: March 2024

Nature-Based Climate Solutions supply carbon benefits in exchange for much-needed funding, but their credibility is challenged by the inherent variability in net drawdown (i.e., additionality) from carbon sequestration or avoided emissions, and the risk of future releases (impermanence). We recently showed how project developers can gain credibility by conservatively anticipating that all net drawdown is eventually released following a release schedule, issuing additional credits if reality is less pessimistic than projections. This paper computes optimal release schedules using ex post observations of drawdowns, balancing the competing interests of generating credits evaluated as being more permanent with limiting the risk of negative additionality. We study this approach using Monte Carlo simulations of both theoretical and real-life projects and discuss how our approach incentivises project performance. By resolving the trade-off between a credit's permanence rating and risk reduction, our approach provides a pragmatic solution to a key challenge facing project effectiveness.
The Philippines’ Energy Transition: Assessing Emerging Technology Options using OSeMOSYS (Open Source Energy Modelling System)
Authors: Dixon Lara , Plazas-Nino Fernando , Cannone Carla , Tan Naomi , Yeganyan Rudolf , Howells Mark , Foster Vivien
Published: March 2024

The Philippines aspires for a clean energy future, but the effectiveness of its existing renewable energy (RE) targets and the role of emerging technologies remains uncertain. This study examines potential pathways to decarbonise the Philippines' energy sector, assessing the feasibility and economic implications of selected scenarios. The Open-Source Energy Modelling System (OSeMOSYS) was used to model various scenarios, including a least-cost scenario, an RE target scenario, a net-zero scenario, and scenarios investigating the impact of high and low offshore wind growth, as well as the inclusion or exclusion of nuclear power. Present RE targets were found to be insufficient to achieve significant emissions reductions, and suggested increasing the RE target to 52.4% by 2035 as a more cost-effective option. Floating solar PV and offshore wind showed notable potential as decarbonisation technologies, with high uptake in all scenarios. The World Bank's high-growth wind target (around 38 GW by 2050) is shown to be cost-effective. Achieving net-zero by 2050 proved technically feasible but highly capital-intensive, and will require significant private sector investment. The addition of nuclear power offers limited benefits in terms of cost savings and reducing emissions by 2050. The Philippines can improve its energy transition ambitions by raising RE targets and strategically integrating new technologies. While nuclear power may not be crucial, focusing on mobilising private capital and promoting renewables remains key to achieving a cleaner and more secure energy future.
New Mathematical Model for Quadratics
Authors: Annamalai Chinnaraji
Published: March 2024

Nowadays, the growing complexity of mathematical and computational modelling demands the simplicity of mathematical equations for solving today’s scientific problems and challenges. In this article, a new mathematical model is constituted for quadratics. Quadratic is a polynomial equation of a second degree.
Enhanced Enzyme Inhibitory Effects of the Nanohybrid Eggplant Extract: An Unusual Pharmaceutical Form for Medicinal Plant
Authors: Dönmez Ceylan , Çalışkan Ufuk Koca , Eruygur Nuraniye , Altınkaynak Cevahir , Özdemir Nalan
Published: March 2024

Objective: Recently, biosynthesis/synthesis of nanoflowers has become very attractive for chemical and pharmaceutical sciences, and enhanced enzyme activities. Various plant extracts and their active compounds are effectively used as organic component for novel nanoflowers synthesis. Solanum melongena L., commonly known as eggplant in English, a vegetable and medicinal plant belongs to Solanaceae family has several advantages in materials synthesis due to cheap and obtained easily. The aim of this study is to compare the enzyme ((alpha-glucosidase (AGase), alpha-amylase (AAase), tyrosinase (Tyr), acetylcholinesterase (AChE) and butyryl cholinesterase (BChE)) inhibitory effects of the eggplant’ calyx extract and its Solanum-inorganic hybrid nanoflower (Sm-ihNFs) via in vitro experimental methods.

Methods: The hybrid nanoflower was formed (NF) with organic molecules, eggplant extract (Sm), and inorganic compounds, copper to enhance the catalytic activities. The inhibition capacities of the eggplant extract, and its hybrid nanoflower were evaluated on selected enzymes (AGase, AAase, Tyr, AChE and BChE) which play significant roles physiologically by in vitro tests in this study.

Results: According to inhibition percentages and IC50 values, Sm-ihNFs showed higher inhibitory activities on enzymes other than ache than the plain crude plant extract. Among all the enzymes that were studied, Sm-ihNFs demonstrated significantly higher alpha-glucosidase and alpha-amylase inhibition activities compared to acarbose. And when compared to galanthamine hydrobromide Sm-ihNFs showed higher enzyme inhibition and significant IC50 value.

Conclusion: It was thought that Sm-ihNFs prepared from eggplant extract may have promising potential for antidiabetic drug formulations in the future. The hybrid nanoflowers will be promising and guide for the future work in terms of pharmaceutical and cosmeceutical industry.
Possible Anti-Obesity Role of Flavonoids Through Brown Adipose Tissue
Authors: Küçükkaraca Zakkour Hazal , Yıldıran Hilal
Published: March 2024

Worldwide, the incidence of overweight and obesity is increasing day by day, and this makes the control of body weight and complications a primary health problem. Weight loss diet therapy has long been a primary role in the prevention and management of obesity. Evidence supporting the specific anti-obesity effects of certain nutrient components, in particular, polyphenolic compounds, are increasing, as well as a strategy to limit energy intake to achieve control of body weight. Active brown adipose tissue in adult individuals is gaining interest as a new and feasible target for controlling body weight by triggering and increasing energy expenditure. Flavonoids are one of the polyphenolic compounds that draw attention by regulating non-shivering thermogenesis. Although each flavonoid has its health benefits; many phytochemical compounds classified as flavonoids have an anti-obesity effect by regulating oxidation, synthesis, uptake, and transport of fatty acids. In this study, current studies on the therapeutic effect of flavonoids on obesity by regulating energy expenditure through various mechanisms of action in brown adipose tissue are reviewed.
Reimagining the Rural Hinterland: an investigation of participatory digital placemaking in rural communities
Authors: Ironside Rachael , Reid Peter
Published: March 2024

Rural locations often form a hinterland – geographically and culturally - for large conurbations that dominate a particular region. They are interconnected, sometimes interdependent, but also separated by the social and spatial perceptions of a place. For urban dwellers the hinterland is a place to ‘escape to the country’; for rural dwellers the town is the place of ‘bright lights’. The norms of either location often sit juxtaposed. This sense of place may be constructed from traditional, stereotypical ways of seeing and understanding communities. Digital technology has provided a platform to challenge these norms and provide new ways of representing the physical and cultural landscape of urban and rural spaces. In this conceptual paper we explore digital placemaking in the hinterland of the North-East of Scotland. In this region, the city (Aberdeen) dominates, but it is the rural hinterland that charms. Through an examination of co-created content of rural spaces in this region we consider the role of participatory digital placemaking. Drawing on an extensive body of previous research that has explored community heritage in the North-East of Scotland, we use case studies to consider the ways in which images, iconography and language shape and inform perceptions of the rural space in the digital environment. We argue that this bottom-up approach to placemaking in rural areas can help to shape the way that places are seen, understood, and valued by communities, visitors and wider online audiences. To conclude, this paper reflects on how rural participatory digital placemaking counteracts the urban norm and connects communities across town and country through a reimagined digital hinterland.
#Nowhereland
Authors: Ljungberg Emilia
Published: March 2024

Rural places and small towns are highly valued by lifestyle migrants who wish to live close to nature (Verdich 2010) and have a more environmentally friendly lifestyle. Ängsbacka is a course center and a community for alternative lifestyles, located on the outskirts of a small town in mid-Sweden. The center emphasizes community and belonging, while also being a place characterized by cosmopolitan taste patterns and constant mobility, which can be described as a cocoon community (following Korpela and Dervin 2013).

The members of the cocoon community use social media platforms such as Instagram to make place for themselves, to communicate belonging. Through images, hashtags and captions, they make connections between various places, people, activities and emotions that together contribute to the user’s spatial self (Schwartz and Halegoua 2015) and to the place making efforts of the community. Those using the hashtag ängsbacka often do so to communicate a deep connection between the place and themselves. At the same time, while the local place and nature is at the center of their activities, it is simultaneously a mere backdrop for their projects of personal development.

Using Ängsbacka as a case, the article adds to research about digital place making beyond cities, by examining how the local place is given meaning within a community defined by privileged mobility. To analyze the intermingling of the local and the global in the context of sustainability, I combine theories of place making with Carfagna et al’s (2014) concept of ecological habitus. I argue that discourses on sustainability and harmony with nature can create a connection and sense of belonging that combines the (hyper)local with global (alternative) lifestyles.
DANÇA DESENHO METODOLOGIA EM MOVIMENTO
Authors: Beck Ana Lúcia
Published: March 2024

O presente artigo refere-se à pesquisa em andamento realizada no âmbito dagraduação no Curso de Artes Visuais da Universidade Luterana do Brasil. O mesmo informasobre algumas considerações especí­ficas sobre metodologia de ensino em aulas de desenho dafigura humana, considerada a partir de uma reflexão sobre o movimento e a expressão.PALAVRAS CHAVE: Desenho da figura humana; ensino; dança; corpo e movimento.