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Can the development of electric buses bring economic and environmental benefits
Authors: Pei Yixiang , Guo Mingjie , Zhang Jiaxuan , Peng Kehan
Published: March 2024

The transition of urban buses to e-buses can be a significant contribution to the ecological construction of cities. Understanding the ecological and economic consequences of the transition is challenging. In this paper, Copenhagen is chosen as a case study, and specific parameters for the city are established through the model to assess the impact of the electric bus transformation program. Traditional diesel buses (Yutong C12) and electric buses (BYD-K19) are examined using the Eco-efficiency Model. Additionally, harmful gas emissions, such as sulfide, are quantitatively analyzed, and the daily production of harmful gases by traditional diesel buses and electric buses is calculated. In the second part, Economic model is grounded in the actual circumstances of the bus fleet, considering various factors such as initial costs, maintenance costs, energy costs, and external investments. This comprehensive evaluation assesses the feasibility of the transformation plan and is applied in a selected city. By simulating and comparing the cost consumption of traditional fuel buses and electric buses over the past 10 years, it was found that electric buses have high long-term economic benefits, providing a solid foundation for informed decision-making by urban traffic management departments. In the third part, through the sensitivity analysis of the influence of external investment, we find that when external investment is approximately $15,000 per E-bus, the economic benefits of electric buses and fuel buses are comparable over time. Finally, the calculation results of the model are clearly shown in the form of charts, including the change trend of maintenance cost and external investment in 10 years. These results provide comprehensive data support for urban transportation authorities to help them better develop and adjust electric bus transformation plans to promote urban public transportation towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly direction.
The ecological and economic impacts of the comprehensive implementation of electric buses in New York City
Authors: Zheng Boyuan , Yu Miaoxin , Yang Yue , Zi Yumeng
Published: March 2024

Electric buses usually use batteries or electric motors as power sources, which do not generate exhaust emissions and help reduce air pollution and greenhouse effect, making them more environmentally friendly than traditional fuel buses. In this study, we established a model for New York City to estimate the ecological consequences and financial implications of the transition from fuel powered buses to electronic buses. In addition, we have established an optimization model aimed at helping the New York government and bus companies better allocate funds. The research results indicate that compared to traditional fuel powered buses, electric buses have many positive impacts in both ecological and financial aspects. Therefore, it is necessary to gradually shift from fuel powered buses to electronic buses.
Reflections on China-India Economic and Trade Relations from the Perspective of Industrial Structure
Authors: Xu Xitai
Published: March 2024

China and India are adjacent to each other and are the top two developing countries in the world in terms of population, and the different industrial structures of the two countries have a specific impact on the economic and trade cooperation between the two countries. The article firstly analyzes the industrial structure of China's strong industry and India's strong service industry and the status quo of bilateral trade, and summarizes the problems of small trade volume, unidirectional dependence between India and China, political hostility hindering economic and trade cooperation, and the two countries' industries' complementarities are greater than competitiveness through calculations and comparisons. Based on the theory of industrial complementarities, the article proposes accordingly to increase intra-industry trade, improve the investment environment, encourage investment and technological cooperation, participate in the global value chain, set up a free trade zone and strengthen the cooperation in multilateral mechanisms, and establish a free trade zone. The establishment of free trade zones and the strengthening of economic and trade cooperation in multilateral mechanisms are six proposals.
Stock Analysis: A Comprehensive Analysis from Macro to Micro
Authors: Zhou Zimo , Zhang Ziyu , Xian Ziye , Huang Jiayu , Wang Junhao
Published: March 2024

This article evaluates and analyzes high-performance industries in four industries: healthcare, IT, non essential consumer goods, and materials. Firstly, the PEST model was used to evaluate the macro environment of various industries, and then the Porter's Five Forces model was used to analyze the competitive situation of each industry. Finally, based on market demand, technological innovation, policy support, and core competitiveness standards, the selection of high-performance industries was determined.
The Impact of Digital Investment on Corporate Environmental Performance in The Context of "Dual Carbon" Goals
Authors: Xie JingRu
Published: March 2024

The dual carbon strategy of "carbon peak and carbon neutrality" is an essential path for high-quality development and poses new practical demands for the transformation and upgrading of corporate development strategies. Based on data from listed companies in China from 2018 to 2022, this study explores the relationship between digital investment and corporate environmental performance and introduces organizational resilience as a moderating variable to analyze its impact. According to the research, organizational resilience acts as a positive moderator between digital investment and business environmental performance, whereas the former has a detrimental impact on the latter. Robustness tests confirm the validity of the conclusions. . Robustness tests confirm the validity of the conclusions. Heterogeneity analysis reveals that the effects of digital transformation are asymmetrical, depending on the type of property rights, the region in which a firm operates, and the extent of CSR that is done. In order to balance economic and environmental performance, companies should strengthen their green innovation capabilities during digital transformation. They should also recognize the beneficial moderating role of organizational resilience, proactively enhancing their stability and flexibility in the face of unforeseen circumstances.
Research on the impact of carbon emission trading on GTFP
Authors: Zhang Xinyuan
Published: March 2024

Faced with the serious environmental pollution caused by greenhouse gas emissions, the Chinese government has put forward the target of controlling greenhouse gas emissions in the 12th Five-Year Plan and adopted a series of measures. Among them, the pilot policy of carbon emission trading is an important market-oriented instrument, which aims to control carbon dioxide emissions through the market mechanism. This paper studies the impact of this policy on GTFP, using the DID model to analyze the data of 30 provinces from 2004 to 2020. The study finds that the pilot carbon emission trading policy has significantly promoted the improvement of GTFP in the pilot areas. Moreover, the impact of policies on GTFP can be realized through two mechanisms: technological innovation and industrial structure upgrading. The impact of this policy is particularly significant in the central and western regions. These conclusions are of great significance for promoting green and low-carbon transformation, reducing carbon emissions and improving relevant carbon trading policies.
Impact Study of Environmental Tax Reform Policy on Corporate ESG Performance
Authors: Yang Aimin
Published: March 2024

The concept of sustainable development is an important issue concerning the national economy and people's livelihood. With the prosperity and development of the economy and society, human beings are increasingly aware of the importance of the ecological environment. This article takes the listed companies on the Shanghai and Shenzhen stock exchanges from 2011 to 2021 as the research sample, using the double difference method to explore the impact of environmental protection tax reform on corporate ESG performance and its mechanism. The study found that the implementation of the “Environmental Protection Tax Law” has a restraining effect on corporate ESG performance. Mechanism analysis reveals that green technology innovation, social welfare expenditures, and the proportion of overseas background executives play an intermediary role in the impact of environmental protection tax reform on corporate ESG performance, with the indirect effect of green technology innovation being the largest. This article provides a new research perspective on the impact of environmental protection tax reform on corporate ESG performance and offers empirical insights for improving environmental tax policies and enhancing corporate ESG performance.
Evaluation of outcomes of lower eyelid entropion and ectropion surgical repair
Authors: Woźniak-Roszkowska Ewa , Iljin Aleksandra , Noszczyk Bartlomiej , Antoszewski Bogusław
Published: March 2024

Introduction: The imbalance of external and internal forces acting on the lower eyelid can result in entropion and ectropion, both of which cause ocular irritation and loss of proper eye protection. Potential complications of untreated cases include recurrent inflammation of the conjunctiva and cornea, conjunctival neovascularization, corneal abrasion or perforation, and ultimately even loss of vision. Although various surgical techniques are used to address this problem, their long-term outcome and effectiveness are still under discussion.

Aim: To evaluate outcomes of surgery for entropion and ectropion, including a modified Wheeler’s method for entropion correction.

Methods: A non-comparative study (prospective and retrospective groups) included 100 patients operated on in two university hospitals’ plastic surgery departments for lower eyelid entropion or ectropion, following formal ethics approval. The prospective group included 50 patients assessed preoperatively and at 3 and 12 months postoperatively. The retrospective group was comprised of 50 patients (2012–2018), whose preoperative documentation and clinical examinations were analyzed. The main outcome measures were change between pre- and postoperative patient-reported symptoms (VAS scale), ectropion/entropion grading scale (EGS/EnGS), quality of life (WHOQOL-BREF), and occurrence of complications.

Results: The differences in the severity of all symptoms before and after surgery evaluated with the VAS scale were statistically significant in both groups (p <0.05). We observed 6 recurrences (12%) in the prospective group and 9 (18%) in the retrospective group, with minor complications. Very good functional and esthetic postoperative results were confirmed in 70% (79) of the whole group and in 13 patients (81.3%) treated with the modified Wheeler’s method. In the prospective group, the Mann– Whitney U test for dependent variables revealed significant improvement in the somatic, psychological, and environmental domains, with no significant change in the social relationships domain.

Conclusions: The results following entropion/ectropion surgery prove the effectiveness of the methods used. Complementing them with the modified Wheeler’s method brought an increase in the number of very good outcomes. Surgery of lower eyelid malposition contributed to reduced symptoms and improved quality of life. The rates of postoperative sequelae were low.
Acciones para integrar el turismo sostenible al desarrollo urbano del cantón Biblián
Authors: Arévalo-Calle John Paúl , Castillo-Ortega Yonimiller , Cabrera-Trimiño Gilberto Javier
Published: March 2024

La presente investigación tiene como objetivo proponer acciones para la integración del turismo sostenible al desarrollo urbano del cantón Biblián. Se utilizaron métodos teóricos y empíricos como:  la recolección, observación e interpretación de datos en cuanto al desarrollo urbano del cantón en base a la actividad turística, los que permitieron analizar turismo sostenible y el desarrollo urbano. Las técnicas que se utilizaron fueron el cuestionario, la ficha de observación y la revisión documental; las cuales permitieron obtener información sobre los atractivos turísticos existentes en la zona de estudio; así como el estado actual de los mismos. Se obtuvo como resultado que el 60% de los recursos turísticos no cuentan con espacios e infraestructuras que generen actividades, lo que permitieron analizar la capacidad de las acciones turísticas para generar desarrollo en la economía local, así como en todo el territorio urbano del cantón Biblián. En base a los resultados obtenidos se realizó una propuesta de acciones para la integración del turismo sostenible al desarrollo urbano del cantón Biblián.
TECNOLOGIA E TDAH: A SINFONIA DO SABER E DA INOVAÇÃO EDUCACIONAL
Authors: Santos Silvana Maria Aparecida Viana , De Oliveira Danielle Viviane , Rohor Fabiana Ferreira , Ribeiro Ingrid Pires , Xavier Jheniffer Bernardo , Spinola Marcos Lopes , Pereira Sueli Cristina Merotto , Leite Verinha Alderina
Published: March 2024

Este estudo investigou a relação entre TDAH (Transtorno de Déficit de Atenção e Hiperatividade), tecnologia e educação no século XXI, explorando como essa interseção pode revolucionar a experiência de aprendizado. O objetivo principal foi analisar a incorporação de tecnologia no contexto educacional, avaliando sua eficácia na melhoria do ensino e no desenvolvimento de habilidades fundamentais. Utilizando uma abordagem de revisão bibliográfica, esta pesquisa examinou uma variedade de fontes acadêmicas, incluindo livros, artigos de periódicos e dissertações. Os resultados destacaram que a inclusão da tecnologia no currículo pode substancialmente aumentar o engajamento dos alunos e estimular o aprimoramento de competências críticas, como o pensamento analítico e a criatividade. Além disso, observou-se que essa integração demanda uma reestruturação das práticas pedagógicas e a capacitação adequada dos educadores. As conclusões ressaltaram a necessidade de um currículo que integre tecnologia, inovação pedagógica e inclusão, sugerindo a importância de pesquisas futuras sobre a eficácia de diversas tecnologias educacionais e suas implicações a longo prazo.
ОБЗОР СОХРАНЕНИЯ ОБЪЕМА АЛВЕОЛЯРНОЙ КОСТИ ПОСЛЕ УДАЛЕНИЯ ЗУБА
Authors: Исаев Умид
Published: March 2024

Данная обзорная статья направлена на изучение эффективности сохранения альвеолярного отростка при удалении зуба. На основе литературы изучены все методы сохранения объема альвеолярной кости. По изученной литературе сделаны выводы усовершенствования сохранения альвеолярной кости после удаления зуба.
Análise de negócios, cadeia de valor e ERP como fatores primordiais para a tomada de decisão
Authors: Lemos Lelles de Paula
Published: March 2024

Diante do mercado atual é importante que as organizações façam uso das tecnologias de informação para fazer uma análise dos negócios, para que assim as empresas tomem as melhores decisões possíveis. Usar de ferramentas e sistemas de informação como o ERP proporciona um melhor entendimento das informações dispostas pela organização e define uma forma melhor de transformar essas informações em vantagem competitiva, pois levamos em consideração que a análise de negócios se tornou uma tarefa complexa devido à nova realidade econômica, social, política e cultural que vivemos no século XXI, mas que é um passo essencial que a empresa pode utilizar em seus processos antes de tomar uma decisão. As organizações estão sempre em busca de novos meios que tragam mais lucratividade, assim o sistema ERP e a cadeia de valor vem para ajudar a empresa nesse processo agilizando as tomadas de decisão para que assim a empresa crie valor e através de todos os processos gere uma vantagem competitiva transformando-a em lucratividade. Esse artigo tem como objetivo identificar os meios como o ERP, a cadeia de valor, a vantagem competitiva, a criação de valor e a análise de negócios beneficia a tomada de decisão nas organizações utilizando da revisão bibliográfica para compreender os termos e enfatizar a importância de cada um deles para os negócios.
White Carniola in the epidemic years 1724 and 1725
Authors: Golec Boris
Published: March 2024

The paper discusses the events of the epidemic years 1724 and 1725 in White Carniola, the southeasternmost region of the Duchy of Carniola and present-day Slovenia. By establishing a system of border military guards against the neighbouring Croatia, this region, and with it Carniola, in 1724 successfully warded off the plague that had appeared in northwestern Bosnia in the Ottoman Empire. The guards were more effective being supplied by the regular imperial army. At the end of that year and the beginning of the following one, several infectious diseases affected the population of White Carniola simultaneously, causing high mortality. A comprehensive medical report on the spread, prevention, and treatment of the diseases has been preserved, the earliest of its kind known to us. It is a first-class source on the health and hygienic conditions in the region that is also revealing from the cultural and historical points of view.
The Effects of Remote Phonological Processing Intervention on Word Identification and Reading Fluency in Poor Readers
Authors:   Special Education Research Institute, Kwon Min Young , Ko Sun Hee
Published: March 2024

Purpose: Communication technology and electronic devices are developing rapidly, and as many students have experienced remote education since COVID-19, the interest in the necessity and effects of telepractice has also grown in the field of speech-language pathology. Accordingly, this study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of telepractice for poor readers. Method: The subjects of the study were three 2nd-3rd grade students with poor reading. They were able to read words using the phonics principle but had difficulty reading words adapted to phonological processes. For these subjects, phonological processing intervention was conducted for 4 types of 7 coda rule, lenition, tensification, and aspiration. Both intervention and evaluation were conducted remotely using ZOOM. An intermittent multiple baseline design was applied to determine whether remote phonological processing intervention had a positive effect on the word identification of poor readers, and a pre-post design was applied to confirm improvements in reading fluency. Results: Results indicate that, following remote phonological processing intervention, all students demonstrated improvements in word identification scores compared to the baseline. Furthermore, their reading fluency scores exhibited enhancement in the post-test compared to the pre-test. Conclusion: In conclusion, the study demonstrates the effectiveness of remote phonological processing intervention for poor readers. We explored models and directions for future telepractice.
Glucocorticoid ablation restores glycemic and thermogenic parameters in obesity
Authors: L. Tulp Orien
Published: March 2024

Glucocorticoid ablation following adrenalectomy resulted in restoration of the impaired non-shivering thermogenesis and impaired glucose tolerance and insulin resistance in obese LA/Ntul//-cp rats. This is a congenic rat strain where the only difference between the lean and obese phenotypes was the presence of the epigenetic expression of obesity in an NIDDM-free animal model. Groups of young adult obese animals were adrenalectomized, followed by thermogenesis and glycemic assessment thereafter. In an additional subgroup, animals were administered insulin daily in an attempt to maintain the insulin resistance state. Adrenalectomy resulted in a complete restoration of normal resting and norepinephrine stimulated thermogenesis and an amelioration of the glycemic parameters of insulin resistance.
Communication Concept in Smart Grid Using Internet of Things
Authors: Jarosz Anna
Published: March 2024

The use of distributed energy sources in combination with energy storage is gaining widespread attention due to ensuring the continuity of power supply. Artificial intelligence is used to control such a system effectively. This manuscript sheds light on how the communication challenges of the smart grid. Here, the radical and exciting conception based on Internet of Things (IoT) for sharing data information is presented.
Effect of Climate Change on Conifer Plant Species, Juniperus procera, and Podocarpus falcatus, in the Case of Ethiopia: Critical Review Using Time Series Data
Authors: Tamrat Gebirehiwot Hana , Abera Kedanu Alemayehu , Tafese Adugna Megersa
Published: March 2024

The Juniperus procera and Podocarpus falcatus tree species are the only indigenous conifer plants that Ethiopia has and dominantly found in dry Afromontane forests of the country. However, dry Afromontane forests are threatened by climate change. The objective of this study is to analyze the effect of climate change on the regeneration and dominance of the J. procera and P. falcatus tree species in Ethiopia. The regeneration status classes and importance value index score classes analysis was done along the time series. This study revealed that J. procera had a fair regeneration status, while P. falcatus exhibited an alternate regeneration status between fair and good. Not regenerating regeneration status was recorded in 2006–2010 and 2016–2020 time series for J. procera, while in 2011–2015 and 2021–2023 for P. falcatus. Regarding the importance value index score of the species, J. procera had the top three throughout the all-time series except in 2011–2015 which had the lowest importance value index score, whereas P. falcatus had the top three importance value index score status from 2016 to 2023 time series. Safeguarding these conifer species from the negative effects of climate change relies on the attention of all responsible bodies.
Sustainable Urbanization between Two Ambitious Global Agendas: An Integration Approach
Authors: Hasan Rashed Abdulkarim
Published: March 2024

The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the New Urban Agenda (NUA) form significant ambitions towards a sustainable and better human future. The sustainable development goals (SDGs) have a deep-rooted urban dimension, as exemplified in Goal 11, which intends to make cities inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable, and around 23% of the SDG indicators have a clear urban component. That is forming a window of opportunity to integrate both Agendas towards sustainable urbanization and improving the quality of life in urban agglomerations. Both Agendas should be functioning jointly towards contributing to improving the quality of life and providing all essential life services and needs. Thus, the integration approach is the best pathway to synergy aims of both Agendas to tackle the challenges and formulate a coherent interlinkage in the thematic areas. Consequently, urbanization and sustainable urban agglomeration development need a strong Agenda and implementation framework to tackle the environmental, social, and economic challenges of urban agglomerations. Therefore, the big lesson distillery from both Agendas is to localize the SDGs in the urban agglomerations to attain sustainability at a broad scope. Overall, the integrated approach to urban sustainability covers all sustainability aspects and the correlations among sustainability dimensions in both Agendas.
ECG in Athletes
Authors: Rakhmanov Yeltay , Toktarbay Bauyrzhan , Khamitova Zaukiya , Salustri Alessandro
Published: March 2024

Athletes require careful evaluation by specialized physicians to obtain eligibility for sport. In this context, electrocardiogram can be helpful to recognize patterns associated with heart disease that put the athletes at high risk of sudden cardiac death and may interdict participation in sports. On the other hand, adaptation to exercise may induce structural remodeling of the cardiac structures that results into electrocardiographic changes that are not associated with an increased risk of adverse events during exercise. Clearly, a correct interpretation of a resting 12-lead electrocardiogram is essential to differentiate athletes at risk of sudden cardiac death who must be prohibited from agonistic sports from those with physiologic changes who should be reassured and declared eligible for sport activities. Interpretation of the athlete’s ECG has evolved over the past 15 years, and in this chapter, we provide a brief review of current evidence regarding the electrocardiographic findings considered normal and abnormal in athletes based on the latest international recommendations.
Modeling of a Septic Tank Waste Treatment System for the Production of Biogas
Authors: Niane Ibrahima , Diao Amadou , Souleymane Dia Fakoro , Mbodji Senghane
Published: March 2024

In developing countries, in general, especially in universities, the management of wastewater and excreta remains one of the major concerns. This uncontrolled practice can have negative im-pacts on the environment such as deforestation and global warming. The recovery of domestic wastewater through the production of biogas (methanization) is beneficial both on the environmental level and on the energy level (electricity, heat) and social, especially in universities where the increase of the students is accompanied by growth in energy consumption. This article delves into the physicochemical and biological processes involved in wastewater treatment, while also making predictions about the behavior of various variables such as methane, nitrogen, acetogenic microorganisms, and methanogenic biomasses. This approach allows knowing the variation of the biomass according to the type of bacteria. Indeed, it shows the relation, which exists between the biomass and the organic load. It is firstly noted in the results that the mean value of the biomass of acidogenesis and that of the biomass of methanogenesis are approximately equal to 0.67 d−1. Secondly, the nitric acid concentration is around 47.5 mgN/l/h and that of the viscosity is estimated to 0.046 Pa.s. Afterward, the temperature and the pH favor the activity of anaerobic bacteria. We finally conclude that an experimental device of 71m3 intended for the accumulation of sludge will be designed and built.
Tissue-resident memory T cells in skin barriers
Authors: Chen Ling , Shen Zhu
Published: March 2024

The skin is the largest defense organ and immune organ. Establishing immune memory in the skin is a key component of the acquired immune response. The skin harbors several subpopulations of memory T cells in the skin, including tissue resident memory T cells (TRMs). TRMs have a unique transcriptional profile, with the most significant features of long-term survival (lifespan) and long-term residence in skin lesions. Under physiological conditions, TRMs can respond quickly to the challenge of pathogen infection. However, increasing evidence supports their role in the recurrence of chronic inflammatory skin diseases under uncontrolled conditions. Elucidating the characteristics of skin TRMs will help to provide promising strategies for reducing the frequency and severity of skin inflammation recurrence. In this chapter, we plan to discuss the latest consensus on the biology of TRMs, and share our views on the roles of TRMs in the recurrence of inflammatory skin diseases.
Burnout-related factors in healthcare professionals during the COVID-19 outbreak: Evidence from Serbia
Authors: Safiye Teodora , Stevanović Aleksandar , Zlatanović Milena , Vukić Danica , Alexopoulos Christos , Dubljanin Draško , Kovačević Andreja , Demirović Denis , Nenezić Nemanja , Biševac Emir , Mahmutović Elvis
Published: March 2024

Burnout is one of the phenomena that occurs in situations of increased mental and emotional exhaustion at work, so it is expected that healthcare professionals will experience it more often in a situation of increased stress amid the outbreak of COVID-19. The aim of this national cross-sectional survey study was to examine the levels of burnout and the relationship between burnout syndrome, healthcare workers’ resilience, and different sociodemographic and work-related variables during the outbreak of COVID-19 in Serbia. The sample included 398 healthcare professionals who actively worked with patients during the COVID-19 outbreak. The primary contribution of our study was that we identified moderate to high levels of burnout among healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses, psychotherapists, and pharmacists) in Serbia during the COVID-19 outbreak, but also significant negative correlations between these levels of burnout and resilience, as well as statistically significant factors related to burnout such as the number of working hours per day, age, length of service, and profession.
Decolonizing Female Genital Mutilation: A Harmful Yet Identity-Affirming Practice
Authors: ElMorally Reham
Published: March 2024

Women have historically been the target of violence, especially in the situation of social flux; for instance, the Rwandan Civil War of 1994. It was observed that countries in conflict simultaneously observe an increase in Violence Against Women (VAW), particularly Female Genital Mutilation (FGM). This article displays the historical context within which the practice developed, culturally significant facts and myths encouraging its continuation, to substantiate existing scholarship around FGM and colonial legacies, and its effects on gender discourse. I argue that colonial legacies of ethnic rivalry, unequal distribution of resources, and weak institutions have dominated postcolonial scholarship, few have zoomed in on the role dehumanization played. I claim that colonial legacies and power dynamics correlate to the frequency and resilience of harmful practices such as FGM, as the ritual itself could be perceived as an anti-colonial act. I conclude that for harmful practices to be eradicated, cultural and moral absolutist arguments, which justify cultural impositions to ‘save’ “brown women from brown men,” should be made obsolete. Instead, I recommend that the international community ought to recognize the identity-affirming capacity FGM possesses, and acknowledge its relationship to colonial legacies before attempting to counteract it.
Modification of Asphaltene Dispersions in Crude Oil
Authors: Paczuski Maciej
Published: March 2024

The physical structure of asphaltene dispersion in crude oil is important from the point of view of refining technology and can subject to modification, for example, using an aromatic component, such as pyrolysis oil. The lab results were verified in industrial tests in the atmospheric-vacuum distillation (AVD) process of crude oil. Positive test results made it possible to use pyrolysis oil on an industrial scale as the component, favorably changing crude oil’s dispersion structure and properties. The implementation of a new method of distillation of crude oil partially confirmed the expected effects and revealed new aspects of technology modification. In the course of research on this type of petroleum dispersion, carried out for the refining industry, several patented solutions have been developed, some of which have been successfully applied in the industry.
Sustainable Farming through Precision Agriculture: Enhancing Nitrogen Use and Weed Management
Authors: Hadi Suzer Mehmet , Şenbayram Mehmet , Ali Çullu Mehmet
Published: March 2024

The integration of digital tools to agriculture became more important than ever because of food security concerns and climate change. Real-time soil and crop monitoring systems, such as field sensors, spectral cameras, decision-making platforms and autonomous robots have significant potential to determine anomalies and optimize crop management practices. For example, variable rate application methods consist of reliable vegetation cover maps, however, do not contain information about the underlying causes of variation. Thus, the benefits of precision management remain a subject of debate limiting the adoption of such technology by farmers. In this review, we discuss the underlying causes of lower success rates of variable rate application and the developing of new digital platforms which will improve the efficiency of digital farming tools to manage nitrogen. Furthermore, image-based weed detection (key milestone for digitalized weed management) that employs sophisticated algorithms and machine learning techniques to analyze images captured by drones or ground-based cameras to identify weed species, density, and its growth stages, enabling targeted weed control will be discussed. Adoption of upcoming digital tools not only contributes to a significant technological leap in agriculture, but we believe also be the most important drivers of sustainable agriculture.
Application of Graphene in Lithium-Ion Batteries
Authors: Qi Chuanlei , Wang Jiaran , Li Shengping , Cao Yuting , Liu Yindong , Wang Luhai
Published: March 2024

Graphene has excellent conductivity, large specific surface area, high thermal conductivity, and sp2 hybridized carbon atomic plane. Because of these properties, graphene has shown great potential as a material for use in lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). One of its main advantages is its excellent electrical conductivity; graphene can be used as a conductive agent of electrode materials to improve the rate and cycle performance of batteries. It has a high surface area-to-volume ratio, which can increase the battery’s energy storage capacities as anode material, and it is highly flexible and can be used as a coating material on the electrodes of the battery to prevent the growth of lithium dendrites, which can cause short circuits and potentially lead to the battery catching fire or exploding. Furthermore, graphene oxide can be used as a binder material in the electrode to improve the mechanical stability and adhesion of the electrodes so as to increase the durability and lifespan of the battery. Overall, graphene has a lot of potential to improve the performance and safety of LIBs, making them a more reliable and efficient energy storage solution; the addition of graphene can greatly improve the performance of LIBs and enhance chemical stability, conductivity, capacity, and safety performance, and greatly enrich the application backgrounds of LIBs.
The Relationship Between Body Image and Psychological Well-Being with Post-traumatic Growth in Women with Breast Cancer and a History of Mastectomy
Authors: Alikhani Saeed , Asadolah Tooyserkani Maryam , Aghaie Elham
Published: March 2024

Background: Despite the challenging nature of cancer, research has indicated that the battle against this illness can lead to positive transformations following diagnosis and treatment, a phenomenon known as post-traumatic growth. Objectives: This study aimed to explore the association between body image and mental well-being and post-traumatic growth among women who have undergone breast cancer treatment and mastectomy surgery. Methods: Employing a correlational research design, this study sampled 276 participants, focusing on married women in Tehran who have experienced mastectomy. The instruments used included McKinley and Hyde's Body Image Scale (1996), the Ryff Scale of Psychological Well-Being 1989 (RSPWB-18), and the Post-traumatic Growth Inventory (PTGI) by Tedeschi. Results: Data analysis was conducted using Pearson's correlation test and multivariate regression analysis. The findings revealed a significant association between psychological well-being and post-traumatic growth in women (P < 0.01). Conclusions: The results underscore the importance of incorporating an understanding of the relationship between these variables into the development of educational and psychological interventions, integrating them with treatment plans for patients post-breast cancer surgery.
Clinico-Etiological Aspects of Patients Suffering from Genital Lesions: A Cross-Sectional Study from India
Authors: Kaur Harleen , Belgaumkar Vasudha Abhijit
Published: March 2024

Background: Genital dermatoses can interfere with sexual functioning and self-image. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are among the top 10 diseases in India. Objectives: This study aimed to document the burden, clinico-etiological, and demographic profile of patients presenting with genital lesions, determine the proportions of the pediatric and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-seropositive patients, and identify contributory factors. Methods: This was a hospital-based cross-sectional observational study conducted at a tertiary hospital in Pune, India, in the Department of Dermatology and Pediatrics over a period of 2 months (July-August 2022). Patients presenting with genital lesions were enrolled after obtaining written informed consent. Relevant information was recorded using a predesigned proforma. Results: A total of 83 patients comprised 77 adults, 3 (3.6%) pediatric patients and adolescents each, and 15 (18.1%) HIV-seropositive individuals. The adult male-to-female ratio was 1.2: 1. The mean age of adults was 37.01 ± 14.57 years. The most common STI and non-STI lesions were herpes genitalis and tinea cruris, respectively, with a similar trend in the HIV-seropositive group. All three pediatric cases had non-STI lesions; however, 66.7% of adolescents had STIs (vulvovaginal candidiasis and genital warts). Overall, there was a slightly higher preponderance of non-STI lesions (53.75%), and the majority of patients had lesions of infectious nature (86.25%). The most common identifiable risk factor was lack of circumcision (51.25%), followed by unprotected intercourse (22.5%). The presence of risk factors was significantly associated with male gender (P = 0.0001). Conclusions: This study emphasizes that besides STIs, non-STIs contribute substantially to genital diseases.
Pembelajaran Geometri di TK Kartika XXI-17 Kelurahan Liluwo Kecamatan Tengah Kota Gorontalo
Authors: Suriani Lestari Putri
Published: March 2024

Tujuan dilakukannya penelitian ini adalah untuk melihat gambaran bagaimana pembelajaran geometri di TK Kartika XXI-17 dan untuk melihat unsur-unsur yang menjadi penghambat dalam pembelajaran tersebut. Strategi penelitian i ini bersifat ilustratif subjektif. Selain itu, metode pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui Observasi, Wawancara, dan Dokumentasi. Sedangkan metode pemeriksaan data melalui 4 tahapan, yaitu: Pengumpulan Data, Reduksi Data, Penyajian Data, dan Verifikasi Data. Hasil tinjauan menunjukkan bahwa kapasitas anak-anak untuk memahami bentuk geometri di TK Kartika XXI-17 belum diperkuat. Karena bentuk geometri yang dipahami oleh anak-anak hanya 3 bentuk saja, dalam kegiatan peragaan diselesaikan secara bersama-sama, oleh karena itu, dalam 1 kelas baik kelompok A maupun kelompok B hanya ada 3 sampai 5 anak yang memahami. Pendidik atau guru juga tidak membuat kegiatan dimana anak dapat menyelesaikan latihan mengumpulkan benda-benda di sekitar mereka dalam bentuk geometrinya. sedangkan unsur penghambat dalam pembelajaran geometri ini adalah tidak adanya penggunaan media serta teknik dan prosedur pendidik yang kurang tepat.Kata kunci : Pembelajaran Geometri, Faktor Penghambat
Implementasi Kebijakan Kepala Sekolah dalam Mewujudkan Sekolah Ramah Anak di TK Negeri Pembina Kabupaten Gorontalo
Authors: Arsyad Lukman , Nur Hasan Sintya
Published: March 2024

Lembaga pendidikan atau sekolah merupakan tempat yang memiliki kuasa dalam penelenggaraan proses belajar mengajar secara sistematis dan berkesinambungan. Para pendidik dan tenaga kependidikan di sekolah diharapkan menyelenggarakan pendidikan dan pembelajaran yang mampu memfasilitasi peserta didik berperilaku terpelajar. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukan bahwa diantara pelaksanaan kebijakan kepala sekolah dalam mewujudkan Sekolah Ramah anak yaitu, sudah adanya Standar Pelayanan Minimal, adanya tindakan pencegahan tindak kekerasan, adanya penegakan disiplin non diskriminatif, adanya komitmen kawasan bebas rokok, Pengawasan Terhadap Pelaksanaan Kurikulum Mengadakan pelatihan guru Pelatihan-pelatihan yang dilakukan memang tidak secara spesifik membahas tentang ramah anak, akan tetapi muatannya mengarah pada bagaimana menjadi guru yang mampu menciptakan suasana ramah anak. Pemenuhan sarana- prasarana yang ramah anak Melibatkan Orang tua dan masyarakat. Dengan keenam upaya yang dilakukan oleh sekolah ini dapat mewujudkan sekolah ramah anak di TK Negeri Pembina  Tetapi memang masih ada beberapa hal yang harus dimaksimalkan.
Penerapan Model Pembelajaran Discovery Learning Dalam Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar Siswa Pada Materi Sejarah dan Peran Tokoh Ulama Penyebar Ajaran Islam di Indonesia Mata Pelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam dan Budi Pekerti
Authors: Lasoma Izran
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan hasil belajar siswa  pada materi Sejarah dan Peran Tokoh Ulama Penyebar Ajaran Islam diIndonesia mata pelajaran Pendidikan Agama Islam dan Budi Pekerti melalui metode Discovery Learning. Penelitian termasuk jenis Penelitian Tindakan Kelas (Classroom Action Research). Subjek dari penelitian ini adalah fase E SMAN 10 Gorontalo Utara Tahun Ajaran 2023/2024, yang terdiri dari 24 peserta didik. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan tes, observasi dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian diperoleh model Discovery Learning berhasil meningkatkan hasil belajar peserta didik pada materi Sejarah dan Peran Tokoh Penyebar Ajaran Islam diIndonesia. Sebelum diterapkannya metode Discovery Learning  hasil belajar siswa secara klasikal terdapat  14 siswa  (58,3 %) yang telah  mencapai ketuntasan belajar dari total 24 siswa. Setelah diterapkannya model pembelajaran tersebut. Hasil belajar siswa yang tercapai dan diperoleh siswa dari evaluasi tes tertulis pada akhir pembelajaran mengalami peningkatan,untuk siklus I 24 siswa (79 %) yang telah mencapai ketuntasan belajar dan masih terdapat 5 siswa (21 %) yang belum mencapai ketuntasan belajar. Pada siklus II terjadi peningkatan menjadi 21 orang (87,5 %) yang mencapai ketuntasan dalam belajar dan 3 orang (12,5 %) yang belum mengalami ketuntasan siswa lebih semangat dan antusias dalam mengikuti pembelajaran, karena metode ini mendukung peserta didik untuk berperan secara aktif dalam proses pembelajaran.
Тypological features of residential places in mountain settlements of Eastern Zangezur
Authors:   Azerbaijan Universiy of Architecture and Construction, Axundova I.N.
Published: March 2024

Traditional types and forms of settlement in Azerbaijan have developed over centuries and were determined by the level of socio-economic development, as well as natural and geographical conditions. The typology of settlements, in addition to socio economic relations and the level of productive forces, is influenced by a number of other significant factors: the type of economic activity of the population, ethnicity, population size, natural geographic environment climate, topography, water resources, remoteness of settlements from the main highways and large cities. New qualitative changes in the life of the people that occurred under the influence of these factors created the basis for the emergence of various types and forms of housing.
ANALYSIS OF THE LEGAL BASE OF TAXATION IN THE CONSTRUCTION SECTOR IN AZERBAIJAN
Authors:   Azerbaijan State University of Economics, Dovlatov A.T.
Published: March 2024

For persons engaged in building construction activities, the residential and non residential areas of the building under construction, as well as the areas of individual, private residential and garden houses built separately for presentation, except for the part allocated to the state, are subject to taxation. The total area of each floor of the building under construction is taxed.BEntrepreneurs engaged in building construction work both as a legal entity and as a natural person. Experts note that accounting and accountability for this type of activity has its own characteristics.Construction, being one of the main spheres of material production, plays an important role in the economic and social development of the country. The stagnation in the construction sector also affects the situation of other spheres and areas, reduces the volume of the gross domestic product as a whole, etc. leads to negative results. Therefore, the state takes necessary measures for the development of this sphere, improves the mechanism of action in this sphere.
The role of the use of digital technologies in improving the quality and competitiveness of products of construction industry enterprises
Authors:   Azerbaijan University of Architecture and Construction, Fatahov I.V.
Published: March 2024

Management of the innovative development of construction industry enterprises is currently a rather relevant and focused area of enterprise management. The review of these aspects of modern innovations is relevant in terms of developing scientifically based methodical recommendations to increase the efficiency level of using the potential of industrial enterprises, to accelerate the pace of 5 their innovative development and to ensure the improvement of competitiveness. In this regard, improving the quality of goods and services in construction industry enterprises through the application of digital technologies requires increasing the joint efforts of science and production subjects. The article includes the analysis of the above mentioned important issues, including the preparation of relevant proposals and recommendations.
Analysis of the use of production technological innovations in construction materials industry companies
Authors:   Azerbaijan University of Architecture and Construction, Asgarov А.А.
Published: March 2024

Analyzing the use of technological innovation in the building materials industry is of great importance. The article widely explores the use of production technological innovations at enterprises in the construction materials industry of Azerbaijan, and analyzes statistical indicators over the years based on official statistics. At the same time, the research was carried out using the example of the Norm Cement Plant, which is one of the enterprises producing building materials.
THE ROLE OF E-COMMERCE IN THE WORLD: ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES IN AZERBAIJAN BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT
Authors:   Azerbaijan State University of Economics,, Balamammadova A.K.
Published: March 2024

This article explores the global economys complex web and looks at the significant effects of e commerce. This study, which makes use of a wide range of academic materials, provides a thorough examination of the development of e-commerce, as well as its complex position in global trade, consequences for consumer behavior, difficulties encountered, and future prospects. This study examines how e commerce is changing the worlds business landscape, concentrating on how it will affect Azerbaijans business sector. The dynamic force of e commerce has transformed conventional business models, impacting consumer behavior, global markets, and economic frameworks. The study carefully examines the special benefits that e-commerce provides to the business environment in Azerbaijan, focusing on government support, cost effectiveness, and market expansion. The study also critically looks at the difficulties that Azerbaijani companies face, especially regarding cybersecurity issues brought on by an increase in digital transactions.