bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Znaczenie symboliki kolorów na rysunkach o tematyce lęku dzieci polskich i tureckich
Authors: Konieczna Ewelina J. , Talu Ertugrul
Published: August 2024

Celem badań było odkrycie znaczeń symboliki kolorów użytych na rysunkach o tematyce lęku. Objęliśmy nimi 482 dzieci z Polski i Turcji w wieku 6-10 lat narodowości polskiej i tureckiej (dobór celowy, metoda kuli śnieżnej). Badania polegały na porównaniu kolorystyki rysunków dzieci obu narodowości oraz ich interpretacji uwzględniającej kontekst kulturowy. Na potrzeby przedstawionej w artykule analizy sformułowaliśmy następujące pytania: Jakie kolory dominują na rysunkach dzieci obu narodowości? Jakie podobieństwa, a jakie różnice występują w kolorystyce badanych rysunków? Jak można interpretować użyte kolory, uwzględniając ich znaczenie symboliczne i funkcję w kulturze? Zauważono, że wśród użytych kolorów dominujące były czarny, czerwony i niebieski. Na podstawie przeprowadzonych badań stawiamy hipotezę, że użycie tych kolorów przez dzieci na rysunkach o tematyce lęku nie jest przypadkowe. Można je potraktować jako tzw. kolory lęku, czyli takie, które mają symboliczny związek z tą emocją. W przypadku koloru czarnego może być to lęk przed śmiercią, czerwonego lęk przed zranieniem. Użycie czerwonego i niebieskiego koloru można też interpretować jako potrzebę ochrony przed niebezpieczeństwem (apotropeiczne znaczenie kolorów).
Machine Perfusion of Donor Hearts – The Recovery and Transplantation of Previously Unrecoverable Hearts
Authors: Dutta Sanjay , Villanueva Jeanette E. , Joshi Yashutosh , Gao Ling , Jansz Paul , Macdonald Peter S.
Published: August 2024

Heart transplantation remains the gold standard treatment for end-stage heart failure. With an increasing population and improving medical therapy there is an increasing number of patients who would benefit from heart transplantation but are unable to receive one due to a shortage of suitable donor organs. This ongoing need, and significant limitations with traditional cold static storage (CSS), have driven the development of machine perfusion technology that have expanded the donor pool. Machine perfusion is divided into hypothermic and normothermic, with both technologies perfusing the heart with oxygenated solution to reduce the degree of ischaemia-reperfusion injury that occurs. Both technologies have allowed for the safe retrieval and transplantation of hearts with prolonged ischaemic times or following donation after circulatory determination of death and have significantly increased the potential donor pool and number of transplants able to be safely performed. The aim of this review is to summarise the current options available to clinicians for donor heart organ preservation, with a focus on how the development of machine perfusion technology has allowed for the recovery of hearts previously considered unrecoverable using CSS.
دور التحليل المالي في تقييم الأداء المالي في المصارف التجارية
Authors: Muhealddin Banaz Ahmad , Salih Nyaz Osman
Published: August 2024

-  يهدف هذا البحث الى بيان دور التحليل المالي في تحسين الأداء المالي في المصارف التجارية بشكل عام و تطبيقها على مصرف أربيل للإستثمار و التمويل بشكل خاص، و بيان أهمية المعلومات التي يقدمها التحليل المالي للإدارة . إذ يعتبر التحليل المالي أداة مهمة تساهم في عمليات التخطيط المالي السليم في المصارف التجارية، فيجب على المدير المالي في المصارف الوقوف على المركز المالي قبل التفكير في وضع السياسات المتعلقة بعمليات التخطيط و التوقعات المستقبلية ، تم الحصول على البيانات المستخدمة في البحث من التقارير السنوية المنشورة  و القوائم المالية لمصرف أربيل للإستثمار و التمويل في محافظة السليمانية حول نشاطها للفترة من سنة 2018 الى نهاية سنة 2020 و كذلك المواقع الألكترونية للمصرف المعني. و تبين نتائج البحث بأن نسبة تداول الموجودات و المطلوبات كانت جيدة خلال السنوات(2018،2020) ،و هذه النسبة تعطي درجة عالية من الأمان لأصحاب الودائع و المستثمرين، ولكن إنخفضت هذه النسبة خلال سنة (2019)، على المصرف أن تغير من سياساتها بزيادة موجوداتها لمعالجة هذه الحالة ، و إن نسبة الديون الى إجمالي الأصول خلال السنوات الثلاث كانت منخفضة و هذا مؤشر يدل على إنخفاض الديون  والأعباء و المخاطر المالية التي يتعرض لها المساهمون و الدائنون، و توفر لهم الإستقرار و الأمان ، و كذلك ، أن نسبة تغطية الفوائد الى إجمالي الربح كانت مرتفعة خلال سنة (2018) وهذا يدل على قدرة المصرف على تغطية إلتزاماته ،و إنخفضت هذه النسبة خلال السنوات(2019-2020)، ويعود السبب في ذلك الى تحقق المصرف خسارة خلال السنوات المذكورة سابقا"، و أهم ما توصي بها الباحثتان: ضرورة الإهتمام بعملية التحليل المالي لما لها من أهمية في الإطلاع على البيانات التي تحتويها القوائم المالية ، و التعرف على المركز المالي للمصارف، فمن خلاله يتم تحسين الأداء المالي ، و إمكانية المصرف على زيادة موجوداته مقارنة بالمطلوبات وذلك من أجل تحقيق أعلى نسبة تداول لتمكنه من الوفاء بإلتزاماته، بالإضافة الى ضرورة قيام المصرف بإستثمار أمواله في مجالات مختلفة، و توظيف أمواله عن طريق منح السلف و القروض.
The Rushdiyye School in Rawandz and its most prominent problems 1868-1916
Authors: Ahmed Bzhar Othman
Published: August 2024

Throughout the history, science and scholars have held a prominent position within Kurdish society. During ancient times, mosques, madrassas, and chambers served as the primary hubs for scientific knowledge and educational institutions. However, during the final phase of Ottoman administration in Kurdistan, the state officially established schools, including one in the city of Rawandz. The state covered the expenses of these schools, including teachers' salaries and the provision of educational materials for students. However, in contrast to other educational institutions in Rushdiya, the Rushdiya school in Rawandz exhibits several deficiencies and challenges. The subject matter revolved around education, students, and teachers.
In this study, many scientific methodologies were employed, including historical analysis and the examination of textual materials as the primary source. Additionally, supplementary scientific sources such as books and research papers were utilized. Academic fields such as master's and doctorate theses, along with the use of comparative techniques sources and official calendars and papers of the Ottoman state, offer comprehensive insights into his life and accomplishments. This research aims to scientifically examine the Rushdieh School of Rawandz and the prominent issues that arose between 1868 and 1916. Despite these challenges, the school played a significant role in advancing the scientific interests of Rawandz and fostering the development of a new generation.
دور القضاء الإداري في إرساء نظرية المخاطر كأساس للمسؤولية الإدارية بدون خطأ
Authors: Mohammed Rawsht Mohammed Amin
Published: August 2024

في ظل توسع نشاط الإدارة العامة وقيامها بأنشطة حديثة ومتطورة وخاصة بعد تغير دور الدولة من الدولة الحارسة إلى الدولة المتدخلة و ظهور أنواع مختلفة من المرافق العامة، يمكن أن يتعرض الأفراد للأضرار من جراء قيام الإدارة بنشاطاتها المختلفة بغية تحقيق المصلحة العامة، والتي قد تمثل إعتداءاً على الحقوق الخاصة والحريات الفردية أو المصالح الشخصية المباشرة على الرغم من إعتبار تصرفات الإدارة والأعمال التي تقوم بها من الأفعال المشروعة التي تتفق مع نصوص القانون ومبدأ المشروعية. من هنا يبدأ الحديث عن ضرورة تقرير مسؤولية الإدارة العامة عن أعمالها دون خطأ على أساس نظرية المخاطر، ومن خلال تعويض المتضررين جراء ممارسة الإدارة لنشاطها ترسيخاً لمبدأ العدالة الإجتماعية. ومما لا شك فيه أن حماية الحقوق والحريات في المجتمع لا تقاس بالقواعد المنصوص عليها في الدستور أو القوانين، بقدر ما تقاس بمدى فعالية الحماية القضائية التي تريدها الدولة وتقدمها فعلاً لها، فمن المسلمات أنه كلما ازدادت وأتسعت الحماية القضائية للمصالح الشخصية تعززت أُسس مقومات الدولة القانونية، ومن ثم تبرز أهمية الرقابة القضائية كضمانة لحماية الحقوق والحريات الفردية من خلال دوره في إرساء نظرية المخاطر لكي تترتب على عاتق الإدارة المسؤولية جراء أعمالها ولو كان بدون خطأ.
Correction: Mutations of SARS-CoV-2 Structural Proteins in the Alpha, Beta, Gamma, and Delta Variants: Bioinformatics Analysis (Preprint)
Authors: Khetran Saima Rehman , Mustafa Roma
Published: August 2024

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Household food security and WASH practices in children with undernutrition: a case study in low middle income area in Semarang, Indonesia
Authors: Anggraheny Hema Dewi , Setiawan M. Riza , Widiasih Esti , Dewi Ernanda Candra
Published: August 2024

Purpose: This study analyzed the correlation between household food security (HFS) and WASH practices toward nutritional status in children with undernutrition.
Methods: This type of research was analytically observational with a cross-sectional design. The sample in this study was 55 mothers with children with a history of undernutrition aged 6 to 23 months. The Rank Spearman test was conducted to analyze this study.
Results: The prevalence of stunted and severely stunted was 34.55%, respectively; underweight and severely underweight were 36.36%, respectively; and wasted and severely wasted were 30.91 and 16.36% respectively. The percentage of respondents with mild, moderate, and severe food insecurity were 23.6, 7.3, and 12.7% respectively. The average value of WASH practices was rated as good among all respondents. Household food security score was associated with WAZ (p=0.008 and r=0.352) and HAZ (p=0.027 and r=0.299) but was not associated with WHZ (p=0.067; r=0.248). WASH practice was associated with WAZ (p=0.000; r=0.504), HAZ (p=0.000; r=0.455), and WHZ (p=0.000; r=0.334).
Conclusion: There were still conditions of severe food insecurity and undernutrition problems that need the focus of attention. There is a need for monitoring by looking at certain aspects, such as HFS and WASH practices in reducing undernutrition.
Analysis of Influencing Factors of Green M&A on the Value of Heavy Polluting Enterprises
Authors: Gao Ruiyang
Published: August 2024

This paper explores the impact of green mergers and acquisitions on the value of heavily polluting enterprises, focusing on environmental disclosure and green innovation. Through literature review and empirical analysis, the study finds that green mergers and acquisitions not only significantly enhance companies' environmental governance but also effectively promote long-term value growth. Specifically, improvements in environmental disclosure enhance market recognition, while green innovation brings new profit opportunities and market competitiveness to enterprises. This research provides theoretical and empirical support for understanding the role of green mergers and acquisitions in corporate sustainable development.
From Web Novel to Film and Television—Analyzing the New Trend of Net Drama in the Era of “Internet +”
Authors: Li Jin
Published: August 2024

As a burgeoning literary form, online novels have rapidly ascended in recent years, captivating a large cohort of youthful readers. Propelled by the "Internet+" era, online novels have gradually expanded their influence, transitioning into popular culture more deeply through adaptation into film and television works. From its inception as online serialization to its contemporary reincarnation in visual media, online novels have not only borne witness to the digital transformation of literary creation, but have also emerged as a fresh wellspring of content for the film and television industry. Throughout the process of visualizing online novels, it is precisely this intermedial collaboration that enables originally virtual narratives to be visually presented, garnering a wider dissemination. Against the backdrop of the "Internet+" era, web series, as a critical form of visualizing online novels, are unveiling their distinctive allure and novel trends. By scrutinizing the diversified thematic creation, the application of new technologies, and the feedback from audience demands, it becomes evident that web series have evolved into a pivotal component of the cultural industry, embodying the new aesthetic and value orientations of the contemporary era.
Innovative Approaches to Ideological and Political Education in Vocational Colleges in the Context of the New Media Era
Authors: Wang Shaoshuai , Yuan Zhen
Published: August 2024

New media technology holds significant value for the development and implementation of ideological and political education in vocational colleges. It facilitates the expansion of educational content and forms, enhances the timeliness and attractiveness of education, and promotes the sharing and optimization of educational resources. However, in the context of the new media era, ideological and political education in vocational colleges faces numerous challenges. These challenges are manifested in the value conflicts brought about by the diversification of information for students, the urgent need to transform traditional education models, and the difficulty of the teaching staff in adapting to the demands of the new media era. In response to these issues, this paper proposes innovative strategies from four aspects: innovation in educational resources, innovation in educational methods, innovation in educational mechanisms, and innovation in the teaching staff. The aim is to improve the quality of ideological and political education in vocational colleges and better promote the overall development of students.
Analysis of Workability and Mechanical Properties of Alkali-Activated Recycled Aggregate Fiber Concrete
Authors: Xie Yong , Jiang Chunmeng , Zhang Tianxu , Liu Peng , Wei Xinhui
Published: August 2024

Alkali-activated recycled aggregate fiber concrete is an innovative material that combines alkali activation technology, recycled aggregates, and fiber reinforcement. This paper systematically analyzes the workability and mechanical properties of this concrete. Experimental studies assessed the workability of alkali-activated recycled aggregate fiber concrete, including its flowability and workability, and explored how these characteristics impact construction and use. Additionally, a detailed analysis of the concrete's mechanical properties, such as compressive strength, tensile strength, and flexural strength, was conducted. The results indicate that alkali-activated recycled aggregate fiber concrete maintains good workability while significantly enhancing mechanical properties, with excellent crack resistance and toughness. The paper also discusses the key factors affecting these properties and provides an outlook on future research directions and practical applications.
Research on the Construction of Ethnic Piano Music Culture in the Teaching of Local Colleges and Universities
Authors: He Jing
Published: August 2024

Ethnic piano music, as a distinctive cultural form, embodies a rich tapestry of national sentiment and cultural significance. Local higher education institutions, serving as crucial bastions of cultural preservation, integrate ethnic music culture into their piano instruction. This integration not only enhances students' musical proficiency but also fosters the continuation and evolution of ethnic culture. However, local higher education institutions currently face challenges such as uniform curriculum design and outdated teaching methods, which hinder the effective dissemination of ethnic piano music culture. This study, through literature review, empirical investigation, and case analysis, explores strategies for constructing ethnic piano music culture within local higher education settings. The research identifies that optimizing teaching content and curriculum design, innovating teaching methods and approaches, enhancing teacher training and professional development, and improving student engagement and evaluation mechanisms can significantly advance the spread and application of ethnic piano music culture in local higher education institutions. It is hoped that this study will provide valuable insights and guidance for piano teaching in local higher education institutions, thereby promoting the further development and preservation of ethnic music culture.
The Value and Influence of the Local Folk Song “Jasmine Flower” in College Students' Music Education
Authors: Pang Xiaolian
Published: August 2024

Folk song is one of the oldest art forms of mankind and occupies an important position in Chinese traditional music. Jiangsu Yangzhou's “Jasmine Flower” is known as the “first song” of folk songs in the south of the Yangtze River, which has been widely circulated and loved by the people. College students can understand the long history of Chinese traditional music through studying the generation and evolution of the local folk song “Jasmine Flower”; they can understand the aesthetic value of Chinese traditional music and culture through the analysis of Jasmine Flower’s music and exploration of its artistic characteristics; the aesthetic ideas and profound humanistic connotations contained in folk songs are of great value in college students’ education. Through the analysis of the music and exploration of the artistic characteristics of “Jasmine”, we can understand the aesthetic value of traditional Chinese music and culture; the traditional Chinese aesthetic thought and profound humanistic connotation contained in the folk song have an important value and influence on the education of college students.
Research on the Path of Spreading Chinese Medicine Culture in WeChat Official Account
Authors: Guo Shizhan , Li Xiaomeng , Han Xiufang , Liu* Ziyang
Published: August 2024

With the progress of the times and technology, we can still see the most traditional way of paying attention to WeChat official account in our daily life. We only need to scan the QR code to pay attention to it, which is a time-saving and labor-saving way to obtain information.However, in recent years, various policies have pointed out the importance of traditional Chinese medicine culture, and how to spread this traditional Chinese medicine culture has become a major mainstream issue.This paper discusses how to make better use of WeChat official account, a communication channel, to better spread Chinese medicine culture.
Research on Refined Management and Project Risk Control Strategies in Whole Process Engineering Consultation
Authors: Fang Hongji
Published: August 2024

Whole Process Engineering Consultation (WPEC) plays an increasingly vital role in modern engineering project management. It not only encompasses the entire project lifecycle from planning and design to implementation and operation but also significantly enhances project efficiency, reduces costs, and mitigates risks. As the complexity of engineering projects grows, refined management emerges as a crucial method for achieving efficient project management. This paper explores the application of refined management in WPEC and analyzes its role in project risk control through real-case studies. By delving into the principles of refined management, management tools, and risk control strategies, this study proposes an integrated approach to optimize project management processes and improve project success rates. Additionally, it discusses the impact of emerging technologies on refined management and risk control, providing insights into future development trends. The aim is to offer theoretical support and practical guidance for engineering project management, ensuring efficient management and risk control.
A Corpus-based Comparative Study of Translators' Styles of Four English Versions of Chinese Classic
Authors: Gong Xudong , Su Lina , Liu Xulin
Published: August 2024

This article examines the translation styles of the first chapter of Six Chapters of a Floating Life at three levels using a corpus approach: readability calculations, statistical parameters, and the translation of culture-specific lexis. The translation by Pratt and Jiang has the most annotations and is easiest for the typical English reader to read. With an emphasis on the original language, Sanders' translation demonstrates the translator's goal of translating Chinese culture while veering toward thick translation. Black's translation is particularly unique because the translator frequently adopts the author's tone to infuse the original language with cultural context. The distinct socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds of the translators and the intended audience are the primary causes of the four translations' wildly divergent styles.
A Study on the Correlation between English Majors’ Critical Thinking Disposition and Performance Outcomes in Peer Review of Translation
Authors: Zhang Yan
Published: August 2024

This study took 61 English Majors MA as the research participants. Questionnaire data, students’ translation drafts, peer feedback and peer scoring were analyzed to reveal the level of students’ critical thinking disposition (CTD) and the correlation between their CTD and their performance outcomes in respect of peer feedback quality and peer scoring accuracy. The results show that English majors have a positive medium level CTD. There is a moderate positive correlation between analyticity and peer feedback quality, and a low positive correlation between inquisitiveness and peer feedback quality. A low positive correlation is also detected between truth-seeking and peer feedback quality. In addition, a moderate negative correlation is found between analyticity and peer scoring accuracy. A low negative correlation is detected between cognitive maturity and peer scoring accuracy, and there is a low negative correlation between self-confidence and peer scoring accuracy. In view of this, this study suggests that in future peer review practices, special instructions are required for the dimensions of CTD, in the hope of promoting the efficacy of peer review in learning.
Second harmonic generation digital pathology with artificial intelligence: breakthroughs in studying fibrosis dynamics and treatment response
Authors: Naoumov Nikolai V , Chng Elaine
Published: August 2024

Fibrosis represents a highly conserved response to tissue injury. Assessing fibrosis is central in diagnostic pathology, evaluating treatment response and prognosis. Second harmonic generation digital pathology with artificial intelligence analyses provides unparalleled precision and granularity in quantifying tissue collagen in its natural, unstained environment.. This technology reveals new insights into the balance between fibrogenesis and fibrolysis, crucial in tracking disease evolution and treatment outcomes. This review describes applications of second harmonic generation digital pathology with artificial intelligence for detailed characterization of liver fibrosis, assessing treatment response in clinical trials, analyzing collagen features in other chronic diseases and cancers. Additionally, it offers a perspective on future developments in integrating various technologies into a comprehensive diagnostic workflow for more effective evaluation of therapy and disease prognosis.
Hacer sociología en Yucatán
Authors: Puga Espinosa Cristina
Published: August 2024

La mirada sociológica requiere flexibilidad teórica y metodológica para lograr la comprensión de sociedades que difieren por la confluencia de elementos como ubicación geográfica, historia interna, relación con el resto del mundo, diversidad cultural, tradiciones. Todos ellos son factores que contribuyen a la explicación de relaciones sociales, instituciones, desarrollo económico, estructuras arraigadas y problemas de distinta índole a nivel local.
El capítulo propone algunos temas amplios de investigación en el estado de Yucatán para despertar el interés de nuevas generaciones de profesionales e investigadores de las ciencias sociales en el estado. Son temas que surgen del dinamismo local que con frecuencia acarrea Yucatán consecuencias no previstas, o se enfrenta a obstáculos cuya explicación está en acontecimientos o estructuras que no se habían considerado, todo lo cual es material importante para ser analizado por las ciencias sociales.
Desarrollo, vulnerabilidad y bienestar: visiones desde la población maya de Yucatán
Authors: Rodríguez Martínez Yassir , Franco Salazar Arantza
Published: August 2024

Retomando una perspectiva crítica sobre el desarrollo, este artículo aborda cómo los proyectos desarrollistas afectan el territorio de la población maya yucateca, lo que desde su visión produce una mayor vulnerabilidad social. Esta investigación de tipo cualitativo examina mediante entrevistas semiestructuradas, las formas específicas en que la población maya concibe los proyectos de desarrollo y el bienestar. Es en torno a este último que se discute la importancia de atender a las voces locales para trascender el modelo de desarrollo predominante en la península y se concluye en la urgente necesidad de pensar otras formas de bienestar que no se vinculen con la racionalidad instrumental económica.
Increasing Resistance of Nosocomial and Community-Acquired Escherichia coli in Clinical Samples from Hospitals and Clinics in Sana’a City
Authors: Alharazi Talal , Alhoot Mohammed A. , Alzubiery Tawfique K. , Aldarhami Abdu , Bazaid Abdulrahman S , Qanash Husam , Alcantara Jerold C. , Gattan Hattan S. , Alsumairy Hafez
Published: August 2024

Antimicrobial resistance in Escherichia coli presents a global challenge associated with nosocomial infections and increased mortality rates. Understanding resistance profiles is crucial for guiding treatment strategies and ensuring effective antibiotic use. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence and in vitro resistance of E. coli to community-acquired and nosocomial infections. Various clinical samples from 700 patients were cultured on MacConkey’s medium and blood agar. The disk diffusion method was used to determine the antibiotic susceptibility profile of the E. coli isolates following the guidelines of the Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI). Urine, pus, seminal fluid, vaginal swabs, and other body fluids were among the clinical samples analyzed. Of the 112 E. coli isolates, 48.2% were from inpatients and 51.8% were from outpatients, with the majority (66%) isolated from urine samples. Higher resistance levels were observed in the urinary isolates than that in the previously recorded data from the same institutions. Notably, isolates exhibited high resistance to penicillin (98.2%), ampicillin (97.3%), first-generation cephalosporins (90.2%), erythromycin (72.2%), and roxithromycin (95.4%), whereas lower resistance was noted against piperacillin-tazobactam (25.0%), nitrofurantoin (12.5%), and imipenem (9.8%). The overall multidrug resistance rate was 62.5%, with higher rates observed in nosocomial infections (70%) compared to community-acquired isolates (55.6%). However, this difference was not statistically significant (p>0.05). This study underscores the prevalence of E. coli isolates (27.0%) and highlights the concerning level of resistance, particularly to older antibiotics. These findings emphasize the importance of judicious antibiotic use and ongoing surveillance.
Measurement of Force Using Load Cell
Authors: K Venkatesh
Published: August 2024

Abstract: This Paper covers the basics of force measuring systems and load cells based on strain gauges. The result from a load cell is generated by the elasticity of a high tensile strength component. Load cells can be easily designed to withstand a wide range of forces while maintaining a high level of reliability. We have created a device that utilizes a load cell with a strain gauge to measure force accurately
Planar Rectangular Microstrip Patch Antenna Array with Corporate-Feed Network for Gain Enhancement
Authors: K Dr. Sahana
Published: August 2024

Abstract: The design and performance analysis of a inset-fed planar rectangular microstrip patch antenna array with corporatefeed network systems is presented in this paper. This design aims to increase the gain of the rectangular patch antenna through the use of a 16-element planar rectangular antenna array. Each element in this planar array is fed by T-junction power divider networks with quarter-wave transformer lines via the corporate-feed method. The antenna is designed over the operating frequency of 2.4 GHz using the substrate material FR-4, which has a dielectric constant of 4.4 and a loss tangent of 0.002. By the addition of radiating patches in the array design, the gain, directivity and bandwidth also has been improved significantly. The proposed antenna array provides a gain of 9.284 dB, a directivity of 16.2 dBi, and a bandwidth of 0.361 GHz. The designed antenna can be used for wireless applications.
LabTEm abre sus puertas en la Semana Nacional de la Ciencia y la Tecnología
Authors: Pandolfi Daniel , Villagra Andrea , Orozco Sergio , Mercado Viviana , Villagra Ariela , Perez Diana , Carballo Laura , Brandan Franco , Aballay Camila , Morales Jumilla Ignacio , Ernalz Melany Elizabeth , Villarruel Bianca , Torres Agata , Alvarez Rocio , Lorenzotti Fabrizio , Mansilla Rosita , Fernandez Arismendi Leonardo , Vallejos Cristian , Rodriguez Rojas Willians , Sosa Alejandro , Ojeda Sabrina , Molina Lopez Oscar Fabian
Published: August 2024

El Laboratorio de Tecnologías Emergentes(LabTEm) abre sus puertas a la ciencia en laSemana Nacional de la Ciencia y Tecnología es unaactividad compuesta por un muestra y tres talleressobre distintas líneas de aplicación de ciencia ytecnología.En primer lugar, se desarrolló un taller de TeamBuilding que buscó mejorar el trabajo en equipo y laconciencia ambiental de los participantes, mediantetres dinámicas: Nombres Voladores, Rory StoryCubes y Cantando en tono de Cumpleaños. Ensegundo lugar se presentó un taller de InteligenciaArtificial Generativa que explicó qué es lainteligencia artificial generativa (IAG), que es unarama de la inteligencia artificial (IA) que creacontenido nuevo y original. Se presentaron dosherramientas con IAG: ChatGPT, que genera textoconversacional, y DALL-E, que genera imágenes apartir de texto. En tercer lugar, se dio un taller deProgramación sin Codificar donde enseñó a crearaplicaciones móviles sin necesidad de saberprogramar, usando una herramienta llamadaAppMaker. Esta herramienta es una plataforma deprogramación no-code, que permite diseñar ydesarrollar aplicaciones de forma visual e intuitiva,arrastrando y soltando componentes. Los asistentesconstruyeron una aplicación desde cero, eligiendo eltema, el diseño, la funcionalidad y el contenido. Alfinalizar, probaron y compartieron su aplicación.Finalmente, se realizó una muestra de LabTEm:Una muestra de un laboratorio de tecnologíasemergentes que se enfoca en la sostenibilidad y lainnovación. Se mostraron seis actividades que serealizaron en el laboratorio: Impresión 3D, MáquinaPET, Robots en LabTEm, Chatbot Ambiental, Comunidades Virtuales y e-Waste. En cadaactividad se mostró cómo se pueden usar lastecnologías emergentes para crear soluciones eco-amigables y creativas para el cuidado del ambiente yla sociedad. Se entregaron llaveros impresos,material informativo y baterías portátiles a losvisitantes. Se introdujeron conceptos de inteligenciaartificial y se fomentó la participación de losestudiantes del laboratorio.
O território e a forma urbana: o papel do suporte físico natural na conformação das cidades novas planejadas do norte do Paraná
Authors: Ferreira Silvia Barbosa de Souza
Published: August 2024

Esta obra se baseia na morfologia urbana para analisar o traçado das cidades novas no norte do estado do Paraná, e investigar em que medida o território, como suporte natural, foi considerado no desenho da malha urbana. Muitas cidades novas planejadas foram fundadas na metade do século passado naquela região pioneira, como parte de um processo de especulação fundiária na expansão da fronteira agrícola, constituindo uma intensa rede urbana. Via de regra, cidades novas planejadas por companhias de colonização em empreendimentos privados apresentam traçados ortogonais padronizados, bastante simplificados e com pouca atenção a questões ambientais, espaciais e estéticas. No entanto, no norte paranaense, as cidades novas planejadas apresentaram conformações urbanas diferenciadas, pois, como mostra este livro, várias cidades foram elaboradas com traçados e formas geométricas fora do convencional. O uso da simetria no traçado, a especificação de áreas de praças, parques, canteiros centrais, e cinturões verdes garantiram qualidade aos projetos, além de confirmar que a estratégia de planejamento adotada favoreceu certas questões ambientais em meio à natureza comercial do empreendimento. Para tanto, foram analisados a forma e o traçado de 72 cidades planejadas. Esta análise permitiu agrupar estas conformações em quatro categorias: forma regular e traçado regular; forma regular e traçado irregular; forma irregular e traçado regular; forma irregular e traçado irregular. Ao contrastar estas conformações com a topografia local, pode-se notar que a irregularidade destas conformações resultou da adaptação às circunstâncias geográficas. Basicamente, formas regulares foram construídas quando o sítio era mais plano. Além disso, pôde-se notar que os traçados analisados, em geral, apresentam arranjos estéticos consideráveis.
“Sweetie” čatbots un citi mākslīgā intelekta pielietošanas krimināltiesiskie aspekti
Authors:   Latvijas Universitāte, Kaprāne Stella
Published: August 2024

The article looks at the artificial intelligence term and types, the artificial intelligence software use in connection with the risks to the software users in the context of criminal liability and the issues linked with the software use for committing intentional crime. The article also briefly analyses the potential of artificial intelligence use in the discovery and reduction of crime rates, for example, in delinquency prediction.
Nākotnē sagaidāms aizskārums konstitucionālajā sūdzībā: attīstība, saturs, problemātika
Authors:   Latvijas Universitāte, Rodiņa Anita
Published: August 2024

The article analyses violation of fundamental rights, focusing on one of its forms – future violation. It is explained that a constitutional complaint where a future violation is determined must be regarded as an exception. The basic form of violation in a constitutional complaint is an existing violation. The author concludes that the essence of the future violation is to create opportunities for the protection of rights for those who have an active and real interest in it. Future violation should be examined in the context of the concept of an active defender of fundamental rights. It is noted that in cases where the contested norm does not allow a person to obtain a legal status which he or she wishes to obtain, the violation usually is an existing one. It is argued and explained, using recent case law, that in the Constitutional Court’s process it is possible to reassess the form of the violation – from future to existing one. However, in such a situation, proceedings can be terminated, if other requirements of the constitutional complaint are not met. Article also points out that if the situation requires decisions to be taken now which have negative consequences for a person, in spite of the fact that the contested norm which contains the restriction will come into force after several years, in such a situation a violation may be an existing one. In other words, not in all the situations when the challenged norm is not into effect, a violation will always be expected in the future.
Prostitūcijas noteikumu pārkāpšana kā sabiedriskās kārtības traucēšana
Authors:   Latvijas Universitāte, Zivtiņa Elīna
Published: August 2024

This article tackles Latvia’s approach to industry regulation, touching upon its historical origins and evaluating the current legislation. Despite regulatory efforts, which commenced in 2015, a thorough framework is absent since 2020. The article stresses the necessity of legal clarity, questions the application of penalties linked to public order disturbance to industry-related offenses.
Nekustamā īpašuma sadalīšana dzīvokļu īpašumos, izbeidzot kopīpašumu ar tiesas spriedumu
Authors:   Latvijas Universitāte, Kalniņš Erlens
Published: August 2024

The article explores the type of division outlined in Paragraph 5 of the first part of Section 1075 of the Civil Code, specifically addressing the division of shared immovable property into separate residential properties. It delves into the rationale behind introducing this division form and outlines the conditions for its implementation. Drawing parallels between the division into residential properties and divisions into actual shares (as per Paragraph 1 of the first part of Section 1075 of the Civil Code), the article aims to offer solutions to various challenges associated with this new division format.
Ierobežojumi prasībām, kas izriet no solidārajām saistībām
Authors:   Latvijas Universitāte, Odiņš Reinis
Published: August 2024

The aim is to ascertain how res judicata principle constricts claims against the jointly and severally liable debtors. The scope and origins of the res judicata principle, as well as the concept and nature of a divisible claim are discussed. Article 1670 of the Civil Law of Latvia contains not only the res judicata but also the id quod interest principle. Res judicata is not applicable to partial actions for the rest of the debt under Article 1683 of Civil Law of Latvia, since there is no identity of claim object with previous action.
Konsensuālisma princips profesora Karla Eduarda Erdmana mācībā
Authors:   Latvijas Universitāte, Pavlovskis Germans
Published: August 2024

The article focuses on the principle of consensuality in the teaching of Professor Carl Eduard Erdmann from the University of Tartu, in light of a loan pre-agreement. The issue is examined by providing an insight into the classification of contracts in Baltic private law, the personality of C. Erdmann and his views as a person and a scholar. The article reveals the reasons that prompted C. Erdmann, contrary to the position of local law, to express a controversial opinion on the right to claim the conclusion of a loan contract on the basis of a preliminary contract. The article concludes with a brief overview of developments in Germany, Estonia and the DCFR.
Foreign Court Support in Appointing Arbitrators: An Option for Parties to Pathological Clauses
Authors:   University of Latvia, Pierhurovica Liene
Published: August 2024

The article explores the possibilities offered by the laws of Germany, France and Switzerland with regard to state court support in appointing arbitrators. It enlists the situations in which such foreign court assistance might prove necessary and the conditions that must be satisfied in order to qualify for such assistance.
Mantotāja atteikšanās līgums
Authors:   Latvijas Universitāte, Reide Alise
Published: August 2024

According to Article 766 of the Latvian Civil Law, a contract to renounce the right of inheritance is a contract by which one party renounces the right of inheritance that would have belonged to him or her after the death of the other party. The author analyses the legal nature of the inheritance renunciation contract and its consequences, reveals the meaning of the term “a renouncer of inheritance” by separating the renunciation of an inheritance prior to the invitation to inherit and after the invitation to inherit, and explaining the importance of accurate legal terminology.
Permissibility of Referendums: Lithuanian Case in the Context of Political Theories
Authors:   Vilnius University, Baltrimas Johanas
Published: August 2024

Referendums are a direct manifestation of the sovereign power of the People. However, the rule of law raises certain procedural and material requirements for referendums. They are enforced by the courts, and their power not to permit a referendum provokes deep questions regarding the concept of democracy. In Aristotle’s theory, certain foundations for this model can be found, along with potential criteria for maintaining a proportionate balance between authority of the courts and the will of the People.
Freedom of Expression in Time of War: Expanded, Restricted, Modified?
Authors:   University of Vilnius, Isokaite-Valuze Indre
Published: August 2024

The current article offers the analysis of the permitted extent of the freedom of expression in time of war and concerning war-related issues. The research addresses the freedom of expression in the framework of the derogation clause and jurisdiction under the European Convention on Human Rights, reveals the assessment of public comments on military operations, international crimes, terrorism and other forms of violence, as well as hate speech by the European Court of Human Rights, and emphasizes a crucial role of the mass media in times of conflict. The author concludes that the freedom of expression should be neither a weapon, nor a casualty of war and, in certain sense, it could become both, – expanded and restricted in time of war, however, hardly modified, as the task remains the same: balancing freedom and order.
Administrative Expulsion Cases Before the Supreme Court of Estonia 1920–1934
Authors:   University of Tartu, Vallikivi Hannes
Published: August 2024

The Republic of Estonia inherited administrative expulsion law from the Russian Empire. During 1920–1934 (no expulsion cases were reviewed after 1934), the Supreme Court of Estonia reviewed 16 complaints involving foreigners and 36 complaints involving citizens. Foreigners were expelled for alleged sedition, disturbing the peace, hiding fugitives, smuggling or bootlegging, or constituting a burden to the economy recovering from the war. The Supreme Court upheld only one complaint because the authorities failed to provide reasons for the continuing banishment. Otherwise, the court accepted the unlimited discretion of the Interior Minister to expel foreigners. The 1920 Constitution guaranteed citizens the freedom of movement and residence which could be curbed by administrative authorities for the protection of public health. Therefore, administrative expulsion of citizens was only possible as an emergency measure. Nationwide state of emergency lasted in Estonia from 1918 to 1922, after the attempt of the Communist coup from 1924 to 1926, briefly in 1933, and from 1934 until the occupation of Estonia in 1940. In between, there was state of emergency in certain parts of the country: in the capital city of Tallinn, its neighbouring municipalities, railways, and municipalities along the Estonian-Russian border. Citizens were banished from the areas under a state of emergency for alleged sedition, speculation, liquor smuggling, bootlegging, and brothel-keeping. The Supreme Court upheld complaints when the expulsion decision had no legal ground (in four cases) or was unreasoned or the authorities failed to prove the factual basis for the allegations (in another four cases). The court left the administrative authorities a wide margin of appreciation and accepted expulsion beyond clearly political reasons.
The Right to Divorce – a Safeguard or a Restriction on the Spouses’ Freedom?
Authors:   University of Latvia, Lazdins Janis
Published: August 2024

The article is dedicated to the analyses of the right to divorce provided by Law on Marriage of 1 February 1921 with the aim of finding the answer to the question of whether, after the dissolution of marriage, the law granted to the former spouses genuine freedom from each other. The basic principles of Law on Marriage are also identified in the article, assessment of case law and statistical materials is provided. The author concludes that divorce did not always give the former spouses genuine freedom, because the spouse who was not at fault in the divorce, in case of being needy, could claim maintenance from the spouse at fault. Such legal procedure did not have a major impact on the number of dissolved marriages. This is proven by the fact that, in the 1930s, Latvia, according to the number of divorces per 1000 marriages entered into, ranked second in Europe, immediately after the communist USSR.
Peer Review Is Primary: Presentations, Publications, Promotions, and Practice
Authors: Campbell Kendall M. , Figueroa Edgar , Baluchi Donna , Rodríguez José E.
Published: August 2024

Peer review is primarily thought of as the process used to determine whether manuscripts are published in medical or other academic journals. While a publication may be one outcome of peer review, this article shares a model of 4 Ps to remind faculty of some important additional applications of peer review. The 4 Ps are publication, presentation, promotion, and practice. The medical literature offers few reasons why faculty should get involved in peer review. In this article, we define peer review, illustrate the role of peer review in four important processes, describe how the volume of material to review has changed over time, and share how participation in these processes promotes career advancement. Understanding the peer review process and its benefits can encourage professionals to participate in peer review in any of the four Ps as they recognize the benefits to their discipline and their career.
Mathematics teachers’ practices in light of the effective teaching practices
Authors: Awaji Bakri M. , Abdel-Hamid Rasha Hashim , Khalil Ibrahim Alhussain , Prahmana Rully Charitas Indra
Published: August 2024

Recognising the pivotal role of effective teaching practices in enhancing student learning outcomes, the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) has outlined a comprehensive framework of key strategies. However, empirical research on these practices remains limited. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the extent to which mathematics teachers apply NCTM-identified effective teaching practices and examine potential differences attributable to teachers' gender and teaching experience. Adopting a quantitative approach and employing a descriptive survey, the study systematically assessed eight designated practices using a validated observation checklist in the Jazan Education Administration, observing 38 mathematics teachers during routine classes. The results indicated a moderate level of implementation overall, with ten practices demonstrating high application. Statistical analyses found no significant differences in practice implementation based on gender or teaching experience at the .05 level. The limitations included the study's relatively small sample size, potentially limiting generalisability, and the observational nature of the checklist, which may not fully capture nuanced teaching dynamics. Future research could focus on developing training initiatives to enhance educators' application of NCTM-recommended practices and undertake qualitative inquiries to understand barriers to integration and teachers' attitudes towards these practices. Finally, this study contributes to the discourse on effective mathematics teaching by providing empirical insights into current practices and highlighting avenues for further investigation and professional development in educational settings.
Comparative analysis of galectin-1, galectin-3, and galectin-8 signatures in normal and choriocarcinoma trophoblast cell lines
Authors: Jovanovic Krivokuca , Legner Janko , Cujic Danica , Vilotic Aleksandra , Grubisa Ivana , Vicovac Ljiljana , Bojic-Trbojevic Zanka
Published: August 2024

Galectins are found in the placenta during both normal and pathological conditions. Specifically, galectins -1, -3, and -8 have been identified in extravillous trophoblast cells, with galectins -1, and -3 playing notable roles in trophoblast cell function. Altered expression profiles of galectins are linked to various cancers. This study explores the expression and localization of galectins -1, -3, and -8 in a normal extravillous HTR-8/SVneo cell line and two choriocarcinoma cell lines, JAR and JEG-3. Expression levels of these galectins at both mRNA and protein levels were evaluated using PCR, qPCR, and Western blotting, while their cellular localization and distribution were assessed through immunocytochemistry, subcellular fractionation, and Western blotting. Galectins -1, -3, and -8 were expressed at lower levels in JAR and JEG-3 cells compared to HTR-8/SVneo cells. Additionally, different splice variants of galectin-8 were detected across all cell lines. Galectin-1 was predominantly localized at the plasma membrane. Notable differences in galectin-3 localization and distribution were observed between HTR-8/SVneo cells and choriocarcinoma cells. These findings highlight variations in the expression, staining patterns, and subcellular distribution of galectins -1, -3, and -8, suggesting their potential involvement in the pathology of choriocarcinoma.