bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Preventing Fraudulent Vehicle Listings: Digital ADS Detection
Authors: Jayabalaji Dr. K. A.
Published: March 2024

Abstract: With the increasing popularity of online selling platforms for vehicles, the risk of fraudulent advertisements has also risen significantly. This research paper addresses the challenge of detecting and preventing digital fraud ads, particularly those related to vehicle listings, on typical online vehicle selling web portals. The proposed approach leverages advanced algorithms to identify and filter out fraudulent vehicle ads, including unregistered vehicles and unnecessary spam ads posted by sellers. One of the key techniques employed in this research is pattern matching, which involves comparing the details of posted vehicles with the records from Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) to determine their registration status. By analyzing the vehicle details provided in the ads and cross-referencing them with RTO data, the system can flag unregistered vehicles, thus mitigating the risk of fraudulent listings. Additionally, the study incorporates the use of the You Only Look Once (YOLO) algorithm for object detection in the images accompanying the ads. By applying YOLO, the system can accurately identify vehicles in the images and extract relevant information, such as make, model, and license plate details. This allows for further validation of the authenticity of the listings and helps in filtering out spam ads containing irrelevant or misleading images.
Socio-Economic Factors Shaping Illegal Migration from India to Europe
Authors: Javaid Malik Mehran
Published: March 2024

Abstract: Illegal migration from India to Europe is a complex phenomenon influenced by various socio-economic factors. This research aims to investigate the underlying dynamics shaping this migration flow. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, integrating quantitative data analysis and qualitative interviews to gain a comprehensive understanding of the issue. By examining socio-economic factors such as income disparities, unemployment rates, educational opportunities, and social networks, this research looks to identify key drivers and barriers to illegal migration from India to Europe. The findings of this study will contribute to a better understanding of the challenges posed by illegal migration and inform policy interventions aimed at addressing this issue.
FIT Quest App Embark on Your Fitness Journey
Authors: Raj R. Pevin , Rajini S. Nirmala Sujithra
Published: March 2024

Abstract: The primary objective of this article is to create the Fit Gym Management Application, an online platform that offers a means of learning and success in the most fascinating and adored industry—fitness—for individuals of all ages. It offers several well-known Trainers who can instruct the applicants. In addition, it offers a joyful and secure atmosphere that supports each person's fitness development. Here, candidates have the chance to participate in a variety of gym competitions. The human body is the clearest representation of the human soul, as everyone knows. Being physically fit means having the energy to engage in a range of physical activities and minimal risk of developing health issues too soon. A stress-free and healthy life depends on fitness.
Observations On Ternary Quadratic Diophantine Equation
Authors: Saranya C. , Salini R.
Published: March 2024

Abstract: The Ternary Quadratic Diophantine Equation is given by 2 2 2 8(x  y ) 15xy  7x  7 y  49  40z . Number of non-zero distinct integer solutions. Some interesting relations among the solutions and the way of factorization, along with the illusion of non-zero distinct integer solutions to the above equations are obtained
The role of verbal painting in Leonid Leonov’s novel “Russian Forest”
Authors: Shi Lina , Mineralova Irina G.
Published: March 2024

L.M. Leonov dreamed of becoming an artist and the painter’s talent was embodied in his prose. His landscapes, portraits, portraits against the background of a forest in the tradition of, for example, M.V. Nesterov play an important role in the internal form of his works. The novel “Russian Forest” is indicative in this regard. The purpose of the study is to explain the functions of pictorial allusions and ekphrasis in this novel. The following tasks are solved: identify the most common allusions and ekphrasis in the paintings of Russian artists, which were popular at the time of Leonov painting training, and were subsequently paraphrased in the novel; explain the functions of recognizable paintings by masters of fine art in word painting; argue for the special role of pictorial ekphrasis in the formation of the genre diversity of the novel. As a result, some essential features of the writer’s individual style in the novel under study are clarified: the prose writer’s special attention to the descriptive component of the work makes it possible to assert that his appeal to analogies with fine art is deliberate, since they contribute to the creation of not just a scientific-production or abstract-philosophical novel, but builds a whole series of genre lines, which are supported by recognizable pictorial visualization, on the one hand, and, on the other, forms a deep socio-psychological and lyrical plan of the work. Comparisons of specific paintings transformed into ekphrasis in prose provide scientists with rich material for drawing conclusions about the synthesis of painting and prose.
Artificial journalism: the reverse of human-machine communication paradigm. Mapping the field of AI critical media studies
Authors: Shilina Marina G. , Volkova Irina I. , Bombin Andrey Yu. , Smirnova Anna A.
Published: March 2024

The study for the first time endeavours to elucidate the distinct conceptual nuances of AI-driven journalism, exploring how it reshapes the core technological and communicative attributes of the field while influencing societal dynamics. The crisis within AI-driven human-machine interaction in journalism rooted in the essence and processing of information is defined. Despite the paradigm of journalism is rooted in a human-centered approach, its AI-driven paradigm is the same - but in a reversible mode. Journalism involves the translation of personal perspectives and experiences through the filter of memory. Algorithms function without the nuances of personal and social memory, thereby undermining the core principles of the journalistic profession. The loss of genuine, “analog” memory among journalists and their audiences, alongside the digital “memory” of algorithms, jeopardizes the fundamental societal role of journalism-upholding social order. Re-thinking the AI phenomenon as artificial communication, the authors propose the term “artificial journalism”. At the basic technological level it is based on various forms of automation and embedded within digital infrastructures; at the societal level it is designed for the central purpose of journalism and entangled with human practices. Both the levels are reversible. The term could serve as an umbrella term for all the AI-driven journalism activities. Also it removes contradictions not only in human-machine communication but clarify the essence of AI performance in journalism and media studies, and for the users. The emergence of AI-driven media practices opens the basic crisis conceptual contradictions which provokes new realms of research and necessitates the establishment of critical AI media studies.
Modeling the media educational potential of the television industry as a post-crisis phenomenon
Authors: Yefanov Aleksandr A. , Pugachev Maksim A.
Published: March 2024

The modeling of the media educational potential of the television industry as a post-crisis phenomenon is considered. The complex of theoretical and empirical approaches such as modeling, case-study, semi-structured expert interviews was used. According to the results of this research, the fact that the television industry has the media educational potential and employs it in the professional activity is confirmed. There are three models of the media educational potential of the television industry (MEPTI), that are determined by differentiated professional aims: MEPTI in the media training of professionals; MEPTI in the qualification improvement of professionals; MEPTI in improving media literacy of broad audience. The realization of media educational potential is seen in federal and regional segments of the television industry, regardless the type of media companies. However, different forms of media educational potential are applied by the television industry that is seen not only in the collaboration with universities, but also in the autonomisation of media educational practices.
“The theory of probability”, or How to reconstruct a true biography: book review: Sokolov, B.V. (2023). “It was white - it became red”. Soviet writers in the ranks of the White Guards. Moscow: Veche Publ. (In Russ.)
Authors: Kovalenko Alexander G. , Hu Jiarui
Published: March 2024

The review evaluates the book by literary critic and historian Professor B.V. Sokolov, dedicated to the fate of Soviet writers who associated themselves with the White Movement. The work under review makes an attempt to highlight previously little-known episodes of the participation of writers in the Civil War, who were forced for the time being to hide certain pages of their past. It was found that the restoration of authentic biographies faces methodological difficulties.
EXAMINING THE BASIS OF MAQASHID SYARIAH IN RENEWAL OF ISLAMIC LAW IN INDONESIA
Authors: Yusuf Nasruddin , Harun Nurlaila , Syarifuddin  , Mursyid Salma
Published: March 2024

Renewal of Islamic law in Indonesia occurred due to social changes in society along with the development of technology and science. This social change in turn demands new laws that are based on human needs without destroying their religious aspects. Therefore, the corridor used in every exploration of Islamic law is to understand the literal meaning of the Al-Quran and Sunnah. A reformer, including those in Indonesia, must be able to understand maqasyid al-syari'at , namely the purpose of the Shari'a revealed only for the benefit of humans. This research attempts to capture the dynamics of Islamic legal reform in Indonesia by looking at the extent to which maqashid sharia functions as a driving aspect of this change. This research is qualitative in nature through empirical and normative approaches, namely by looking at maqashid sharia theories which are applied empirically in the renewal of Islamic law in Indonesia. From the research results, it was found that maqashid sharia reasoning has long been developed and practiced by ulama in efforts to reform Islamic law, both before Indonesian independence and after Indonesian independence. This gives a sign that Indonesian scholars and society in general are familiar with maqashid sharia. Another finding is that the decisions taken through maqashid sharia reasoning in the context of legal reform in Indonesia have consistently been able to adapt to social changes in Indonesia in almost all sectors, legal, social and economic without violating general sharia provisions. So that legal reform efforts in Indonesia have been able to achieve the objectives of the Shari'a in protecting religion, soul, mind, property and descendants. It was marked by the birth of several rules based on maqashid sharia reasoning which were in accordance with the needs of social and societal change
Setting the Target: Comparing Family Medicine Among US Allopathic Target Schools
Authors: Ha Emmeline , Taskier Madeline , Anderson Andrea , Martinez Maria Portela , Bazemore Andrew W.
Published: March 2024

Background and Objectives: Despite the persistent primary care physician shortage over 2 decades of allopathic medical school expansion, some medical schools are absent a department of family medicine; these schools are designated as “target” schools. These absences are important because evidence has demonstrated the association between structured exposure to family medicine during medical school and the proportion of students who ultimately select a career in family medicine. In this study, we aimed to address part of this gap by defining and characterizing the current landscape of US allopathic target schools.
Methods: We identified allopathic target schools by reviewing all Liaison Committee of Medical Education (LCME) accredited institutions for the presence of a family medicine department. To compare these schools in terms of family medicine representation and outcomes, we curated descriptive data from publicly available websites, previously published family medicine match results, and school rankings for primary care.
Results: We identified 12 target schools (8.7% of all US allopathic accredited medical schools) with considerable heterogeneity in opportunities for family medicine engagement, leadership, and training. Target schools with greater family medicine representation had increased outcomes for family medicine workforce and primary care opportunities.
Conclusion: With growing primary care workforce gaps, target schools have a responsibility to enhance family medicine presence and representation at their institutions. We provide recommendations at the institutional, specialty, and national level to increase family medicine representation at target schools, with the goal that all schools eventually establish a department of family medicine.
Molecular Docking and Molecular Dynamic Studies of Secondary Metabolites from Momordica Charantia as Natural Antidiabetic
Authors: Rollando Rollando , Chandra Melisa Dwi , Aftoni Muhammad Hilmi , Swastika Windra
Published: March 2024

Background: Diabetes Mellitus is a non-contagious disease characterized by hyperglycemia. Diabetes mellitus occurs when the body cannot receive or use insulin properly. If you already have diabetes, then the patient must take medication continuously because diabetes mellitus is a lifelong disease. Because medicines are quite expensive, alternative ways to cure the disease are needed by consuming traditional medicines, one of which is bitter melon (Momordica charantia). Objectives: This research aims to predict the secondary metabolite compounds in the bitter melon plant, analyze molecular interactions, and identify compounds that can lower blood sugar levels. Material and Methods: 12 compounds from the Momordica charantia plant and six proteins (1IR3, 1RHF, 1XU7, 4PNZ, 4YVP, 2NT7) that will be docked using Pyrx and Yasara Dynamics applications. Results: From the molecular docking results, three compounds with the highest binding affinity were found in Momordica charantia: momordenol, oleanolic acid, and momordicin. Based on molecular dynamics simulations, these three compounds were stable in their interactions with the six proteins tested, namely 1IR3, 1RHF, 4PNZ, 4YVP, 1XU7, and 2NT7. Momordenol and momordicin showed the most stable interaction profiles. Furthermore, ADMET tests showed that momordenol, oleanolic acid, and momordisin have drug-like characteristics. Conclusions: The Momordica charantia plant has the potential to act as an antidiabetic agent.
Hydrothermal Synthesis of Highly Cross-linked PtZn@Silicalite-1 Structured Catalysts for Propane Dehydrogenation
Authors: Xia Liming , Zhang Bofeng , Hou Gang , Wang Li , Liu Sibao , Liu Guozhu
Published: March 2024

Structured catalysts coatings exhibit excellent performance on
non-adiabatic gas-solid process, deriving from their enhanced heat and
mass transfer properties. However, the coating catalysts prepared by
traditional hydrothermal method of zeolite encapsulating noble metal are
prone to spalling, especially under conditions of large flow rate and
high temperature. Herein, we prepared PtZn clusters encapsulated in
silicalite-1 zeolite coating on stainless steel with high bonding
strength by an improved in-situ growth method. The optimized catalyst
exhibited ultra-thin, uniform, continuous, and high degree of
crosslinking, thereby enhancing mass transfer and thermal stability. In
propane dehydrogenation reaction (PDH), the optimized PtZn@S-1-R showed
a high specific activity of 14.7 molC3H6·molPt-1·s-1 and a propylene
selectivity above 99% at 600 °C with a high weight hourly space
velocity (WHSV) of 120 h-1. The metal-encapsulated zeolite coating
catalysts open up a new avenue for heterogeneous catalysis with great
application prospects.
PRC6: Hybrid Lightweight Cipher for Enhanced Cloud Data Security in Parallel environment
Authors: Mohammed Zahraa A. , Hussein Khalid Ali
Published: March 2024

Modern technologies of computing cloud are showing great promise, but at
the same time create new security challenges that hinder full
acceptance. Given that most of these services often use cloud networks
as channels for communication, securing data transmission is crucial.
This paper proposes a hybrid encryption algorithm, the proposed
two-layered PRC6 cipher, developed to achieve high security in cloud
computing environments with minimal resource constraints. The PRC6
cipher incorporates enhancements from Cha-cha into an extension of the
RC6 cipher. PRC6 implements double encryption. At the first level, the
plain text is divided into four equal parts, each encrypted by processes
derived from RC6, which include shifting, summation, modulo arithmetic,
and XOR with a generated key. The second level incorporates a Quarter
round function, among others, to further obscure the encoded message.
PRC6 is implemented in a parallel computing model to significantly
reduce overall computation time, especially important for lightweight
applications. Experimental results show that the algorithm can achieve a
high level of security for cloud workloads in only a few encryption
rounds. Performance evaluations against popular encryption standards
also indicate that PRC6 offers promising security benefits when
computational resources are limited. This hybrid approach presents a
viable solution for strengthening data protection in modern cloud
systems.
Investigating fish phenology and essential habitats through Empirical Orthogonal Functions
Authors: Alglave Baptiste , Olmos Maxime , Casemajor Juliette , Etienne Marie-Pierre , Rivot Etienne , Woillez Mathieu , Vermard Youen
Published: March 2024

Fish spawning phenology is a major concern for conservation and
fisheries management. New intensive data sources such as GPS-based
tracking data or high resolution catch declaration data are
progressively becoming available in the field of marine ecology. These
benefit from high spatio-temporal resolution and open new research
avenues to investigate inter-annual and seasonal variability of
phenology. In this paper, we illustrate how catch declarations modeling
coupled with spatio-temporal dimension reduction methods known as
Empirical Orthogonal Functions (EOF) can be used to synthetize
spatio-temporal signals in fish distribution; Specifically, we address
the following questions; (1) can we identify spatio-seasonal patterns
that can be interpreted in terms of seasonal migration between essential
habitats? (2) can we identify changes in the phenology? (3) are those
changes related to environmental drivers? The analysis is illustrated
through the analysis of the reproduction phenology on three key
commercial species in the Bay of Biscay (Hake, Sole and Sea Bass). The
EOF analysis on these species emphasizes strong seasonal spatio-temporal
patterns that correspond to migration patterns between feeding areas and
reproduction areas. Based on this methodology, we identify seasonal
variations in the timing of the reproduction and we relate these to Sea
Surface Temperature, a key driver of fish reproduction.
Integrated full-length transcriptome and metabolome analysis reveals the defense response of melon to gummy stem blight
Authors: Kong Qiusheng , Wang Haiyan , Wei Xiaoying , Mo Changjuan , Wei Minghua , Li Yaqiong , Fan Yuxin , Gu Xiaojing , Zhang Xuejun , Zhang Yongbing
Published: March 2024

Gummy stem blight (GSB), a severe and widespread disease causing great
losses to cucurbit production, is a major threat to melon production.
However, the melon-GSB interaction remains largely unknown, which
significantly impedes the genetic improvement of melon for GSB
resistance. Here, full-length transcriptome and widely targeted
metabolome were used to reveal the early defense responses of resistant
(PI511890) and susceptible (Payzawat) melon to GSB. Differentially
expressed genes were specifically enriched in the secondary metabolite
biosynthesis and MAPK signaling pathway in PI511890, while in
carbohydrate metabolism and amino acid metabolism in Payzawat. More than
1000 novel genes were identified in PI511890, which were enriched in the
MAPK signaling pathway. There were 11,793 alternative splicing events
identified and involved the defense response to GSB. A total of 910
metabolites were identified, with flavonoids as the dominant
metabolites. Integrated full-length transcriptome and metabolome
analysis showed that eriodictyol and oxalic acid may be used as marker
metabolites for GSB resistance in melon. Moreover, post-transcription
regulation was widely involved in the defense response of melon to GSB.
These results improve our understanding of the interaction between melon
and GSB and may facilitate the genetic improvement of GSB resistance of
melon.
Aminomethylphosphonic acid (AMPA), a glyphosate metabolite, decreases plasma cholinesterase activity in rats
Authors: Marichal-Cancino Bruno Antonio , Chávez-Reyes Jesús , Saráchaga-Terrazas Fernando , Colis-Arenas Oliver Alejandro , López-Lariz Carlos Humberto , Villalon C. M.
Published: March 2024

Glyphosate, a widely used herbicide, is linked to a plethora of
deleterious effects in both clinical and preclinical studies.
Nevertheless, the effects of its main metabolite, aminomethylphosphonic
acid (AMPA), whose half-life in soil is even longer than that of
glyphosate, have been little explored. On this basis, as a first
approach, in this work we report that intraperitoneal (i.p.)
administration of AMPA or glyphosate (at 10, 56, and 100 mg/kg)
decreased, to a similar extent, plasma cholinesterase (ChE) activity in
acutely exposed rats. Moreover, we designed an experimental protocol to
analyze and compare the effects of AMPA and glyphosate on human plasma
ChE activity; this protocol consisted of adding these compounds to human
plasma to subsequently test the effects of this plasma on the
contraction to acetylcholine (ACh) in the frog rectus abdominis muscle
(an indirect estimate of ChE activity). Accordingly, this muscular
contraction to ACh was evaluated before and after pre‑incubation of ACh
with: (i) plasma alone; (ii) plasma with AMPA; and (iii) plasma with
glyphosate. Our results indicate that AMPA, like glyphosate, decreased
ChE activity in the plasma of rats (when given i.p.) and humans (when
added in vitro), suggesting that both xenobiotics may exert
similar toxicological effects.
Circulation and Dispersal in California's Borderland Basins
Authors: McWilliams James C. , Damien Pierre , Kessouri Faycal
Published: March 2024

The Borderland Basins off Southern California aresemi-isolated sea-floor depressions with connections to each otherand to the open Pacific Ocean over narrow sills. A high-resolution,multi-year simulation is analyzed for its currents, stratification,and dissolved oxygen, with a focus on the mean conditions, intrinsicvariability, and exchange rates with surrounding waters. The threeshallowest, closest basins are given the most attention: SantaBarbara, Santa Monica, and San Pedro. From a combination ofmultiple means of estimation, the deep basin water mass renewaltimes are on the order of a year or more, and this time is somewhatshorter in the Santa Barbara Basin than the others.
Generalized fractional midpoint type inequalities for co-ordinated convex functions
Authors: Hezenci Fatih , Budak Hüseyin , Kara Hasan , Sarıkaya Mehmet
Published: March 2024

In this research paper, we investigate generalized fractional integrals to
obtain midpoint type inequalities for the co-ordinated convex functions.
First of all, we establish an identity for twice partially differentiable
mappings. By utilizing this equality, some midpoint type inequalities via
generalized fractional integrals are proved. We also show that the main
results reduce some midpoint inequalities given in earlier works for Riemann
integrals and Riemann-Liouville fractional integrals. Finally, some new
inequalities for k-Riemann-Liouville fractional integrals are presented as
special cases of our results.
Does facial growth pattern affect the perception of lower facial asymmetry?
Authors: Basal Ece , Cevik Ismail , Acar Yasemin Bahar , Özdemir Fulya
Published: March 2024

Objectives

To investigate the influence of vertical facial type on esthetic perception of lower facial asymmetry as evaluated by orthodontists, dentists, and laypeople.

Materials and Methods

Three adult females were selected with normal growth patterns (NGP), vertical growth patterns (VGP), and horizontal growth patterns (HGP). Frontal photographs were made symmetric and digitally altered, rotating the lower facial third clockwise, ranging from 0° to 6° in 1° increments. A web-based survey was designed with 24 images (eight images for each model) in random order. Each image was rated using a scale ranging from 0 (unattractive) to 10 (the most attractive) by 75 orthodontists, 73 dentists, and 78 laypeople. Kruskal-Wallis test was used to determine whether differences among groups were significant. Pairwise comparisons were made with Mann-Whitney U test. The significance level was set at P = .05.

Results

In NGP, orthodontists and dentists could recognize slighter deviations (2°), while deviations in VGP and HGP under 3° were not recognized by all groups. Severe deviations (≥4°) were distinguished better in HGP by orthodontists and laypeople. In VGP and NGP, there was no significant difference over 4°.

Conclusions

Growth pattern has a significant influence on perception of lower facial asymmetry. Less severe asymmetry can be detected better in NGP. In severe degrees, increments of asymmetry can be perceived more in HGP by orthodontists and laypeople.
AFAD Akreditasyon Sistemi’ne Başvuru Yapan Bir Kuruluşta Kentsel Arama Kurtarma Ekibi için Personel Seçimi
Authors: Danışan Tuğba , Eren Tamer
Published: March 2024

Kentsel arama kurtarma (KAK) herhangi bir yapıda mahsur kalanların yerlerinin tespit edilmesi ve bulundukları alandan çıkarılmaları için yürütülen çalışmalardan oluşmaktadır. Bir afet ve acil durum gerçekleştiğinde çöken yapılardaki arama kurtarma (AK) faaliyetlerinin yürütülmesinde KAK ekipleri görev almaktadır. Teknik arama ve kurtarma operasyonlarının zorluğu nedeniyle bu operasyonlara özel olarak eğitilmiş personeller katılabilmektedir. Türkiye’de AK için başvuru yapanlar “Afet ve Acil Durum Yönetimi Başkanlığı Afet ve Acil Durumlara İlişkin Hizmet Standartları ve Akreditasyon Esaslarının Belirlenmesi Hakkında Yönetmeliği” ne göre AFAD Akreditasyon Sistemi’ne dahil edilmektedir. Bu çalışmada 2019 yılında yürürlüğe alınan AFAD Akreditasyon Sistemi’ne başvuru yapan bir sivil toplum kuruluşunda AK ekibine dahil edilecek personellerin değerlendirilmesi için bir çalışma yapılmıştır. Çalışmada yedi kriter belirlenmiştir. Kriterlerin ağırlıkları Analitik Hiyerarşi Prosesi (AHP) yöntemi ile hesaplanmıştır. AK için çeşitli eğitimler almış ve farklı tecrübelere sahip 14 personel Preference Ranking Organization Method for Enrichment Evaluations (PROMETHEE) yöntemi ile değerlendirilmiştir. Çalışma sonucunda akreditasyon için başvuru yapan kuruluşun gönüllüleri arasından AK ekibinde yer alacak personeller seçilmiştir. Bu çalışma bilindiği kadarıyla bu alanda yapılan ilk çalışma olması ve afet yönetiminde AK personellerinin yetkinliklerinin değerlendirilmesi için öneride bulunması yönleriyle öne çıkmaktadır.
Impact of Reinforcement Ratio on Mechanical Properties and Wear Behaviour of Graphene Nanoplatelet Reinforced Epoxy Composites
Authors: Demir Mehmet Emin , Topkaya Hüsna , Bağatır Tuba , Çelik Yahya Hışman
Published: March 2024

New features are gained to the enhanced characteristic of composites with the addition of nanoscale particles. Graphene nanoplatelet has an important place among nanoparticle reinforcing elements due to its two-dimensional structure and high strength. In this study, tribological behaviour and mechanical properties of the nano particle reinforced composite material investigated. Nanoparticles were incorporated into the non-reinforced sample at varying weight ratios, ranging from 0.1% to 0.5%. The findings indicated that the addition of graphene nanoplatelet into the epoxy matrix material enhances the mechanical properties of the specimens across all reinforcement ratios.The failure load of the neat epoxy samples was determined as 415.94 N and the modulus of elasticity as 2.4 GPa. The best mechanical results in graphene nanoplatelet reinforced composites were obtained in 0.2% reinforced composites, and the failure load and elasticity modulus values were found as 903.13 N and 4.46 GPa, respectively. Furthermore, the tribological performance of the samples was examined under dry sliding conditions. The worn surfaces were examined using SEM. The incorporation of graphene nanoplatelet reinforcement has been observed to positively impact the wear resistance of the epoxy matrix material.
Analysis of HAZ with Ansys in S355jr Structural Steels Joined by Flash Butt Welding
Authors: Arabacı Uğur
Published: March 2024

In this study, we focus on predicting the HAZ, which is a region whose mechanical properties are not clearly known, by modeling factors such as temperature input and heat turbulence, which may have different properties in the welding region. This is important for the safety of welded structures, because if the mechanical and thermal properties of these structures, which are used in many areas, can be determined in advance, they can be used more safely. In the study, flash butt welding method was preferred and holes were opened at regular intervals in the samples that were brought to appropriate dimensions for the welding process, and temperature values were measured and recorded using thermocouples and data loggers during the welding process. Additionally, the maximum temperature reached in the welding area was measured using a thermal camera during welding. Microstructural changes occurring in the joining regions of the welded test pieces were examined using light microscopy and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). Micro hardness measurements were made to determine mechanical properties. Using the ANSYS program, three-dimensional models were created using the finite element method under the same experimental conditions and compared with the experimental results. As a result of this comparison, it was seen that the findings were compatible with the actual results. For this reason, it is emphasized that the use of simulation programs is important to predict the properties of welded structures and possible problems.
A systematic review of antiproliferative and antitumour activity of earthworm extracts
Authors: Yüksel Burcu , Deveci Özkan Asuman
Published: March 2024

Earthworm extracts have become an interesting research area in cancer research due to their ingredients with anticancer and antiproliferative activities. Determining the anticancer effect of an extract on cancer cells may lead to new treatment strategies and alternative medicine to at least reduce the toxic effects of chemotherapeutic agents. In the present study, we aimed to raise awareness for drug development and future anticancer therapeutics by emphasizing the nature of earthworm extracts and the types of cancer they are used in through a systematic review. A systematic search of CINAHL, PubMed, Medline, Scopus and Web of Science databases was conducted to identify publications published between January 2018 and December 2022. We used different arrangements of the keywords ‘earthworm’, ‘earthworm extract’ and ‘anticancer effect’. We identified original studies written in English depicting in vitro and in vivo cytotoxic effects of earthworm extracts on cancer cells, and included these studies in our review. We found 15 studies matching our search criteria. Among the studies, Eisenia foetida (Savigny) was determined as the most studied earthworm, and colon cancer was the most frequently studied cancer type. The coleomic fluid was found to be the commonly used extract yielding positive results.
PERAN GURU PENGGERAK SEBAGAI AGEN PERUBAHAN PENDIDIKAN
Authors: Siregar Waliyul Maulana , Prawijaya Septian , Setiawan Fandi , Putri Suci Rahmania
Published: March 2024

Pendidikan membantu seseorang menjadi lebih kritis dalam berpikir dan bertindak. Pendidikan memfasilitasi pembelajaran untuk memperoleh pengetahuan, keterampilan, nilai, moral, kepercayaan, dan kebiasaan. Pendidikan berpusat pada siswa dengan berfokus pada pengalaman, perspektif, latar belakang, bakat, minat, kapasitas, dan kebutuhan pembelajaran. Praktik pendidikan didesain agar tercipta sikap kreatif untuk membantu siswa memperoleh pengetahuan. Strategi pendidikan baru harus mendorong interaksi antara guru dan siswa. Guru harus memiliki kemampuan untuk menyesuaikan diri sesuai dengan kebijakan pendidikan yang berlaku saat ini. Indonesia adalah salah satu negara yang menggunakan program guru penggerak dalam pembelajaran merdeka belajar. Guru penggerak adalah orang yang mampu membantu siswa mengembangkan pemikiran dan keterampilan mereka secara menyeluruh.
ANALISIS IMPLEMENTASI GERAKAN LITERASI SEKOLAH (GLS) DALAM PROGRAM KAMPUS MENGAJAR ANGKATAN 5
Authors: Delia Wulandari Amanda Putri , Zumrotun Erna , Widiyono Aan
Published: March 2024

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk melihat bagaimana program kampus mengajar dilaksanakan dalam Gerakan Literasi Sekolah (GLS), manfaat dan tantangan yang dihadapi, dan bagaimana program kampus mengajar berdampak pada peningkatan literasi dan minat baca siswa di SDN 3 Bakalan. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif. Untuk mengumpulkan data, penelitian ini menggunakan observasi, wawancara, angket, dan dokumentasi. Kemampuan literasi siswa meningkat, menurut hasil penelitian ini. Hasil Pre-AKM Literasi 51% dan Post-AKM Literasi 55% di portal MBKM menunjukkan peningkatan minat baca siswa 2,9 persen.
PENGARUH MEDIA MATHPLAYGROUND TERHADAP MINAT BELAJAR METEMATIKA SISWA SEKOLAH DASAR
Authors: Setyawan Syahrul Ramadani , Sutriyani Wulan
Published: March 2024

Tujuan dari penelitian adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh media pembelajaran mathplayground untuk meningkatkan minat belajar matematika siswa sekolah dasar. Penelitian ini menggunakan jenis penelitian pre experimental designs dengan bentuk penelitian one group pretest-posttest design. Sampel penelitian sebanyak 15 siswa kelas IV. Analisis data menggunakan uji t. Hasil uji-t didapatkan nilai Sig. (2-tailed) adalah 0,000. Artinya nilai Sig. (2-tailed) < 0, 05 yaitu 0,000 < 0,05. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan adanya pengaruh media pembelajaran mathplayground untuk meningkatkan minat belajar matematika siswa sekolah dasar.
ANALISIS DAMPAK VERBAL BULLYING TERHADAP PERKEMBANGAN KECERDASAN INTERPERSONAL PESERTA DIDIK SD NEGERI 5 SINANGGUL
Authors: Safitri Avi Nur , Wiranti Dwiana Asih
Published: March 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis dampak verbal bullying terhadap perkembangan kecerdasan interpersonal peserta didik SD Negeri 5 Sinanggul. Metode penelitian ini adalah deskriptif kualitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data menggunakan observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Teknik analisis data penelitian meliputi reduksi data, penyajian dan kesimpulan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan verbal bullying yang terjadi di SD Negeri 5 Sinanggul berupa cemoohan pada fisik, memanggil menggunakan nama orang tua, bahkan nama hewan. Korban verbal bullying mengaku terdeskriminasi dan tidak percaya diri. Verbal bullying berdampak pada perkembangan interpersonal atau cara berkomunikasi serta menjalin hubungan dengan orang lain. Upaya penanganan dilakukan pihak sekolah dengan menasihati, menegur, dan konseling.
Does Wagner’s Hypothesis Explain the Dynamics of Health Expenditures in Transition Countries?
Authors:   Professor, Department of Econometrics, Faculty of Economics, Marmara University, Istanbul, Türkiye, ÇAĞLAYAN AKAY Ebr , OSKONBAEVA Zamira ,   Assistant professor, Department of Economics, Faculty of Economics and Management, Kyrgyz-Turkish Manas University, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Published: March 2024

The purpose of this study is to analyze the short and long run causal relationship between public health expenditure and GDP per capita in transition economies within the context of the Wagner hypothesis. For the period 2000-2020, the empirical analysis was conducted using a dataset covering 22 transition countries: Latvia, Belarus, Czechia, Georgia, Bulgaria, Hungary, Estonia, Croatia, Moldova, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Slovenia, Ukraine, Armenia, Lithuania, Russian Federation, Slovak Republic, Romania, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyz Republic, and Kazakhstan. Wagner emphasizes that increases in government expenditure, considered an endogenous variable, do not drive GDP growth. In essence, Wagner argues that a rise in GDP leads to an increase in government expenditures. The study assessed the validity of Wagner’s hypothesis by applying the Panel Cross-Sectionally Augmented Autoregressive Distributed Lag model (CS-ARDL), developed by Chudik et al. (2016), using annual data. For the empirical analysis, panel data from selected transition countries underwent causality tests proposed by Juodis, Karavias and Sarafidis (2021) and Dumitrescu and Hurlin (2012). The stationarity of the series was assessed using a panel unit root test. Subsequently, the panel cointegration test developed by Westerlund (2007) was employed to ascertain the long run cointegration of the variables in the subsequent phase. The results suggest that the Wagner hypothesis holds true within the context of transition countries, as indicated by the outcomes of the CS-ARDL model. The causality test revealed a one-way causal linkage between GDP per capita and health expenditure. Recommendations for those who make policy decisions were made in light of the findings.
Based on BIM intelligent technology and IPD collaborative management model applied to characteristic towns with PPP mode
Authors: Shyng Jyh-Harng
Published: March 2024

The recent development of characteristic towns has encountered a multitude of challenges and chaos. Nevertheless, there have been many instances of information asymmetry due to the absence of an effective management model and an intuitive digital management system. Consequently, this has caused the erosion of public interests and inadequate supervision by public agencies. As society is progressing at a rapid pace, there is a growing apprehension regarding poor management synergy, outdated management practices, and limited use of technology in traditional construction projects. In today's technologically sophisticated society characterized by the “Internet+” and intelligent management, there is an urgent requirement to identify a more efficient collaborative management model, thereby reducing errors caused by information asymmetry. This paper focuses on the integration of building information modeling (BIM) and integrated project delivery (IPD) for collaborative management within characteristic towns in the PPP mode. By analyzing the available literature on the application status, this study investigates the implementation methods and framework construction of collaborative management while exploring the advantages and disadvantages. On this basis, this study highlights the problems that arise and provides recommendations for improvement. Considering this, the application of the BIM-based IPD model to characteristic towns in PPP mode will enhance the effectiveness of collaborative management among all parties involved, thereby fostering an environment that facilitates decision-making and operational management in the promotion of characteristic industries.
IMPLICACIONES DEL GÉNERO EN EL DISCURSO INTERPRETADO
Authors: Cámara Aguilera Elvira , Pradas Macías E. Macarena
Published: March 2024

La cuestión del género no ha sido tradicionalmente objeto de debate en la investigación sobre la calidad en interpretación. Es más, el género no ha sido objeto de análisis ni en los estudios del perfil del intérprete ni tan siquiera en la eterna discusión sobre cuál ha de ser su papel. Sin embargo, el mero hechode que el canal de transmisión, la voz, venga marcado por el género, hace pensar que podrían existir diferencias que pueden incidir a su vez en la evaluación de la calidad.De ahí que, como parte de un proyecto, Proyecto QINV, que estudia la calidad en interpretación la evaluación de los receptores de la interpretación simultánea—, presentemos una investigación en la que introducimos la variable sexo con un claro objetivo: analizar si ante el mismo discurso interpretado hay diferencias en el lenguaje empleado por los intérpretes varones y las intérpretes mujeres.La muestra está formada por las seis interpretaciones simultáneas realizadas desde el inglés hacia el español por tres hombres y por tres mujeres. Se ha extraído del corpus QINV 2016. Para el presente estudio se han seleccionado una serie de elementos lingu?ísticos (adjetivos valorativos y/o expresivos, intensificativos o cuantificadores y lenguaje figurado) con el fin de analizar su uso por mujeres y hombres. Los resultados obtenidos apuntan a que existen diferencias entre los géneros. Esto abre una línea de investigación fundamental tanto para la evaluación de la calidad como para los estudios relacionados con el perfil del intérprete.
Numerical model for simulating the hydraulic parameters of the aeration system ensuring equal oxygenation of the compost heap
Authors: Sidełko Robert , Boruszko Dariusz
Published: March 2024

The aim of the work was to develop a mathematical model using equations of fluid mechanics that describe the dynamics of air flow in a part of the compost aerating system integrated with a stationary reactor. The results of the simulation show that adjusting the flow resistance along the entire length of the compost aerating duct, depending on the distance from the connection of the duct with the fan's pressure conduit pipe through gradually increasing the air outflow area by increasing the number of repeatable gaps, yields a uniform pressure distribution above the grate. The process parameters used for computation were relevant to composting a subscreen fraction separated from mixed municipal waste using 80 mm mesh screen (Fr<80 mm) under real conditions. Microsoft EXCEL 2010 software and STATISTICA version 13.3 by StatSoft were used for numerical and statistical analysis of the test results. The research results are presented in four tables and five figures and discussed in the text of the article. During tests performed in real conditions, various variants were tested for reactor filling level and air outflow active surfaces in subsequent grate parts (Fc (i)). It was found that the target waste layer thickness i.e. 3.0 m and Fc (i) changes, in accordance with the values of the developed model, result in a stable pressure distribution pd, amounting to 1506 Pa and 1495 Pa at the grate front and end part.
Shielding effectiveness of textile woven fabric with conductive weft in microwave frequency range
Authors: Grabowska Katarzyna , Januszkiewicz Łukasz , Bacciarelli-Ulacha Anna
Published: March 2024

The article examines the shielding effectiveness of fabrics with conductive fibres in the microwave frequency range. Because of the limited size of the samples and high frequency range, the methods presented in literature could not be applied in this research. The method proposed, using a special measurement setup, demonstrated practicality for smaller textile samples. The results showed an angular dependence of shielding effectiveness, suggesting the need for perpendicular orientation of conductive fibres in fabrics to maximize shielding. This research provides knowledge on tailored solutions to mitigate electromagnetic interference in modern electronic technologies.
Prevalence of Borrelia burgdorferi and Anaplasma phagocytophilum in Ixodes ricinus collected from dogs in eastern Poland
Authors: Pańczuk Anna , Tokarska-Rodak Małgorzata , Andrzejuk Patrycja
Published: March 2024

Introduction

Ixodes ricinus ticks are an important vector and reservoir of pathogenic microorganisms causing dangerous infectious diseases in humans and animals. The presence of ticks in urban greenery is a particularly important public health concern due to the potential for humans and companion animals to be exposed to tick-borne diseases there. The study assessed the prevalence of Borrelia burgdorferi and Anaplasma phagocytophilum infection in I. ricinus ticks feeding on dogs.

Material and Methods

The study consisted in analyses of I. ricinus ticks collected in 2018–2020 from owned and stray dogs in the north-eastern part of Lubelskie province (eastern Poland). An AmpliSens PCR kit was used for qualitative detection and differentiation of tick-borne infections.

Results

Infections of B. burgdorferi and A. phagocytophilum were detected in 10.9% and 12.9% of the examined ticks, respectively. One tick (0.7%) was co-infected by both pathogens. Infection with B. burgdorferi was significantly more highly prevalent in ticks collected from the owned dogs than from the strays (18.7% and 2.8%, respectively), whereas the prevalence of A. phagocytophilum was similar in both groups (12.0% and 13.9%, respectively).

Conclusion

The co-infection observed in the study suggests the possibility of simultaneous infection by both pathogens from a single tick bite. The presence of pathogens in ticks collected from dogs is a factor in assessing infection risk not only to companion animals but also to their owners, who are in close contact with their dogs and visit the same green areas recreationally.
CICLO BIOLÓGICO Y CARACTERIZACIÓN MORFOLÓGICA DE LOS ESTADOS DE DESARROLLO DE Tuthillia cognata (HEMIPTERA: PSYLLIDAE) EN CAMU CAMU
Authors: CAMPOS-CELESTINO Vilma Erica , VELAZCO CASTRO Ena Vilma , GUERRA-AMBROSIO Bladimir , SANCHEZ-CHOY José Gerardo
Published: March 2024

El piojo saltador, Tuthillia cognata (Hemiptera: Psyllidae) es una plaga que provoca deformaciones severas en los brotes foliares de Myrciaria dubia (camu camu) en la Amazonia peruana, por ello, se realizó un estudio con el objetivo de determinar las características morfológicas de cada estadio de desarrollo, el tiempo de duración y longevidad de adultos de T. cognata en brotes tiernos de camu camu. La investigación fue realizada en condiciones de laboratorio (temperatura: 26,9 ± 2°C, humedad relativa: 67,6 ± 5% y 12:12 h Luz: Oscuridad) en Pucallpa, Perú. Se determinaron características morfológicas de cada estadio de desarrollo, el tiempo de duración y longevidad de adultos de T. cognata en brotes tiernos de camu camu. El tiempo de duración de huevo a adulto fue de 18 ± 0,6 (12 a 23) días y la longevidad para las hembras fue de 38,6 ± 1,3 (37 a 40) días y para machos de 35,6±1,5 (34 a 38) días.