bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
App Based Digital Audiometer
Authors: Ambika L G  , Deepak B K  , Kamal C D  , Manoj A  , Mohammed Saheb I
Published: May 2024

Hearing impairment is a widespread health concern on a global scale that affects individuals across all age groups. The timely identification and regular monitoring of one's hearing ability are crucial factors for prompt intervention and an improved overall quality of life. However, the traditional method of audiometry comes with limitations such as the need for specialized equipment and professional supervision making it inaccessible and expensive for many individuals seeking hearing assessments. To address this issue a cutting-edge approach has been developed in the form of a Digital Audiometer App offering a convenient cost-efficient and user-friendly means of assessing one's auditory function. This innovative tool utilizes the widespread use of smartphones and wearable devices allowing for a portable and accessible method of hearing assessment. The system integrates advanced signal processing techniques intuitive interfaces and reliable calibration processes to guarantee precise and consistent results. Additionally, the audiometer is compatible with both iOS and Android platforms ensuring its availability to users worldwide
Design of Dust Emission to Avoid Air Pollution
Authors: Mr. N. Iyappan  , Gunal A  , Mohamed Anees Rahman S  , Mohan A  , Veeramani Aravindh I
Published: May 2024

Amounts of Industries in India have been recognized a sharply increase from year to year with the increment reaching to 42 % per annum. Meanwhile Machineries produce particulate emissions in different sizes with high concentrations depending on type of vehicles, fuels, and engine capacity. Motor Particle emissions are not only to significantly contribute the atmospheric particles but also adverse to human health. In order to reduce the particle emission, it is needed a filter. This study was aimed to develop a thin filter using coconut fibre to reduce particulate emissions for Machines. The filter was made of coconut fibres that were grinded into power and mixed with glues The filter was tested by the measurements of particle concentrations coming out from the vehicle exhaust directly and the particle concentrations after passing through the filter. The efficiency of the filter was calculated by ratio of the particle concentrations before coming in the filter to the particle concentrations after passing through the filter. The results showed that the efficiency of the filter obtained more than 30%. The efficiency increases sharply when a number of the filters are arranged parallelly
The Influence of Optimism on the Happiness and Life Satisfaction of Young Adults
Authors: Ms. Shreya Aggarwal  , Dr. Sandhya Bhatt  , Ms. Ayushi Negi
Published: May 2024

In the recent times with the growing human realm there is lot of disturbances in the peace and fulfilled working. In order to restore it is suggested that more happiness should be ensured for a human being. Happiness is alive as long as the human civilization is and in the changing time people tend to be more easily stress out thereby increasing the rates of sadness , anger and depressed individuals. The people who have more of a positive outlook to their lives are more prone to be happy as the studies suggested. These individuals are termed as Optimistic people and hence they also score high on the scales of the satisfaction they have in their lives
Construction Worker Hiring Management System
Authors: Dr R Premsudha  , Pon Rathanvel  , Santhoshkumar G  , Kathiravan  , Harish  , Karthikeyan
Published: May 2024

The Integrated Construction Management System (ICMS) is a sophisticated web-based application developed to optimize the management processes associated with construction projects. Leveraging a technology stack that includes HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, PHP, and MySQL, this system aims to streamline communication, collaboration, and resource management within construction teams, ultimately contributing to the successful and efficient completion of projects. One of the primary features of ICMS is its robust user authentication and authorization system. The application implements a secure login mechanism that authenticates users while assigning distinct access levels based on their roles within the construction project. This ensures that project managers, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders have tailored access to relevant information and functionalities. The project dashboard serves as a centralized hub, providing a comprehensive overview of the project's status, milestones, and critical updates. Through real-time tracking of project progress, ICMS facilitates effective decision-making by offering stakeholders immediate insights into the current state of affairs. This dynamic approach extends to task and resource management, where tasks can be created, assigned, and tracked in real time, ensuring optimal workforce utilization
Assessment of Nutrient Status of Lowland Irrigated Rice (Oryza sativa L.) using Low Altitude Remote Sensing
Authors:   Bulacan Agricultural State College, Cuevas Cherry Mae , Saludes Ronaldo , Dorado Moises , Sta.Cruz Pompe
Published: May 2024

Low altitude remote sensing provides near real-time information on crop nutrient status with higher spatial resolution compared to airborne and spaceborne systems. In this study, an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle System (UAVS) with on-board multispectral camera was deployed to determine the normalized difference vegetation index (NDVI) of lowland irrigated rice under different fertilizer treatments. Relationship between UAV-based NDVI and ground measurements from Soil Plant Analysis Development (SPAD) chlorophyll meter at different rice growth stages were also established. The results showed that experimental plots with high nitrogen fertilization had significantly higher SPAD and NDVI values compared with plots without nitrogen fertilization. Strong correlation between SPAD readings and NDVI values (p<0.001) was also observed as early as panicle initiation stage (r=0.7372). Hence, low altitude remote sensing can be a rapid and non-destructive tool for site-specific rice nutrient management. The use of low altitude remote sensing technique as evaluated in this study offers a practical approach in spot- or field-level application of nitrogen fertilizer during panicle initiation to enhance uniform spikelet development, and during flowering (few days before or after) to promote grain filling using foliar fertilizers.
Design and Evaluation of a Machine Vision System and Mechatronic Drive for a Pneumatic Seed Meter for Corn
Authors:   University of the Philippines Los Baños, Borja Adrian , Amongo Rossana Marie , Pabico Jaderick , Suministrado Delfin
Published: May 2024

A pneumatic seed meter equipped with a machine vision system and a mechatronic drive was developed to reduce the incidence of missed seeding during mechanical corn planting. The machine vision system monitored the seed plate and checked if seeds did not attach to the seed plate holes. The rotation speed to the seed plate was adjusted by the mechatronic drive based on the presence and absence of seeds attached to the seed plate holes. The reliability of the mechatronic drive in regulating the seeding rate, and the accuracy of the machine vision system in identifying filled and unfilled seed plate holes were both tested. The combined system of the machine vision system and the mechatronic drive was also tested if it can effectively reduce the incidence of missed seeding in a stationary laboratory rig under simulated speed settings of 2kph, 4kph, and 6kph. It was found out that the drive did not maintain a consistent seed delivery rate, which can be attributed to the limited processing capacity of the microcontroller used to control the drive. The machine vision system was highly accurate as it only committed a 0.2564 % error out of 780 images. The machine vision system of the seed meter, at 2kph and 4kph simulated speed settings, committed significantly, at 95% level of confidence, less missed seeding in the conducted treatments in comparison to the setup where the seed meter was operated without the machine vision system. The treatments wherein the machine vision system was used, however, committed more missed seeding at 6kph simulated speed setting.
Comparative Study on Conventional and Microwave-Assisted Ethanol Extraction of Phenolics and Flavonoids from Waste Onion Leaves
Authors:   University of the Philippines Los Baños, Mangilet Audrey Dianne , Capunitan Jewel , Borines Myra , Demafelis Rex , Dizon Lisa Stephanie , Landoy Rona Joyce
Published: May 2024

This study explored the utilization of waste onion leaves for the extraction of important bioactive compounds known for their health benefits such as phenolics and flavonoids. Conventional solvent (CSE) and microwave extraction (MAE) of flavonoids and phenolics from waste onion leaves using aqueous ethanol as solvent were performed. The effects of different factors such as ethanol concentration (50 %v/v & 80 %v/v), temperature (60 °C & 80 °C for CSE) or power level (10 % & 50 % for MAE), and extraction time (1 hr & 4 hrs for CSE, 10 sec & 60 sec for MAE) on the total flavonoid yield (TFY) yield and total phenolic yield (TPY) were evaluated via a two-level factorial experiment. Results showed that for CSE, ethanol concentration, extraction time and the interactions of the factors significantly affected the TFY (p ≤ 0.05), while all the three factors, ethanol concentration-temperature interaction and ethanol concentration-extraction time interaction significantly affected the TPY (p ≤ 0.05). On the other hand, for MAE, ethanol concentration and power level have significant effects on the TFY (p ≤ 0.05) while the ethanol concentration significantly affected the TPY (p ≤ 0.05). The maximum extractable flavonoid and phenolic yields from the onion leaves were found to be 8.61 mg quercetin equivalent (QE)/g dry weight (DW) and 8.95 mg gallic acid equivalent (GAE) /g DW, respectively. For CSE, high levels of both ethanol concentration (80 %v/v) and low level of extraction time (1 hr) resulted in higher values of TFY (2.63 mg QE/g DW) and TPY (6.15 mg GAE/g DW). For MAE, higher values of TFY (2.98 mg QE/g DW) and TPY (4.24 mg GAE/g DW) were obtained at the high level of ethanol concentration (80 %v/v ethanol), high power level (50 %), and high level of extraction time (50 sec). MAE was found to be a more advantageous extraction method than the conventional one, because of its comparable flavonoids and phenolics recovery at a shorter extraction time.
A modelling framework to support the development of last-mile urban freight distribution systems based on the use of cargo bikes
Authors: Mantecchini Luca
Published: May 2024

Nowadays there is a growing interest in cargo bikes to mitigate the detrimental effects of urban freight transport, since the last-mile segment of freight delivery process is being challenged to reduce the number of vehicles, the distance travelled and the environmental impacts. This paper presents a modelling framework that, starting from the key reference units (freight demand, deliveries, and vehicles) and defining the relationship among stakeholders and choice dimensions, can support the implementation of freight distribution systems based on cargo bikes. In detail, the work follows a general approach and is focused on the estimation of the share of demand that can be satisfied by cargo bikes, freight flows in terms of number of deliveries and trips, obtained by assigning freight demand to the transport network. The model has been applied to the test case of the city of Ravenna by implementing several scenarios.
Prepaid-Branche begrüßt eID
Authors: Klug Denise
Published: May 2024

Der Prepaid-Verband freut sich auf die Einführung des elektronischen Identitätsnachweises. Die Anbieter erwarten, dass sich für sie und den Handel als Partner neue Geschäftsfelder auftun.
Tête de Moine wächst über Export
Authors: Bender Ralf
Published: May 2024

Aus der Rolle eines Nischenproduktes ist Tête de Moine längst herausgewachsen. Über 3000 t wurden von dem Sortenkäse im vergangenen Jahr verkauft.
Sigg plant zweistelligen Zuwachs
Authors: Bender Ralf
Published: May 2024

Neben der Marktführerschaft in der Schweiz kommt der Trinkflaschen-Produzent Sigg auch in Deutschland weiter voran. Neue Marketingmaßnahmen geplant.
Hochland hält an Russland fest
Authors: Murmann Christoph
Published: May 2024

Vor allem Währungseffekte haben den zuvor wachsenden Anteil des Drittlandgeschäfts am Konzernumsatz von Hochland 2023 wieder verkleinert. Doch auch der Investitionsstau in Russland beeinträchtigt das Geschäft. Der Käsehersteller steht vor schwierigen Entscheidungen.
Pocket-Parks als ein Mitigationsinstrument für urbane Fluten
Authors: Kolb Frank
Published: May 2024

Klima-Stressoren setzen die urbane Infrastruktur zunehmend unter Druck, der durch eine wasserbewusste Stadtentwicklung gemindert werden kann. Pocket-Parks mit einer wasserwirtschaftlichen Zusatzfunktion sind ein Instrument zur Stärkung der urbanen Klimaresilienz.
Getreide AG
Authors: Pionke Stefanie
Published: May 2024

Der Future Check 2024 nimmt die elf Top-Unternehmen des Agrarhandels in Deutschland unter die Lupe. Teil 6 der mehrwöchigen Serie beschäftigt sich mit der Getreide AG aus Hamburg. Der Großhandel steht hier nicht an erster, sondern an zweiter Stelle. Denn die Getreide AG versorgt hauptsächlich die eigenen Produktionsbetriebe. Deshalb sind Umsatzrendite und Eigenkapitalquote vergleichsweise hoch. Das gilt auch für den Anteil von Frauen in Führungspositionen.
Role of Diffusion Weighted Imaging in Localization of Non-palpable Undescended Testes Taking Laparoscopic Finding as Gold Standard
Authors: Nasim Rukhsana , Yasin Abeer , Kaleem Muhammad
Published: May 2024

Objective: To ascertain the accuracy of diffusion-weighted imaging (DWI) in the localization of undescended testes. Material & Methods: This prospective cross-sectional study was conducted in the radiology department of a tertiary care hospital from 01-06-2022 to 15-12-2023. Total of 150 patients were included in the study. Two experienced radiologists independently examined, one observing conventional MRI alone and the other observing DWI-MRI. Following that, all of the patients underwent laparoscopic examination. The data was entered into a proforma. The findings of conventional MRI alone and DWI-MRI were correlated with laparoscopic findings. A 2 x 2 table was used to calculate the sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, negative predictive value, and diagnostic accuracy of DWI in comparison to laparoscopy. Results. The average age was 10.37 +/- 5.663. Conventional MRI imaging localized 50.6 % of the cases in our study, 55% of cases via DWI-MRI and 60% by laparoscopy. Sensitivity, specificity, PPV, NPV, and accuracy of conventional MRI were 72 %, 83 %, 86 %, 66 % and 76 % respectively, while for DWI-MRI was 82 %, 86 %, 93 %, 89 %, and 78 % respectively. Conclusion: The detection of undescended testes is improved by DWI-MRI. DWI-MRI is a recommended imaging tool for improving MRI's preoperative diagnostic accuracy in localization and identification of nonpalpable undescended testes.
Modelling the Governance of Reconstruction after a Mining Disaster in Brumadinho, Brazil
Authors: Almeida Alex , Carolina Mateus de Melo  , Patrícia Daniela Souza dos Anjos  , Armindo dos Santos de Sousa Teodósio
Published: May 2024

The present study aims to analyze the relationships between actors from civil society, the State and the private sector, in the dynamics of reconstruction of the territory after the environmental disaster caused by the rupture of the tailings dam of the mining company Vale S.A in the Córrego do Feijão mine, in Brumadinho, Minas Gerais, Brazil, on January 25, 2019. This study is characterized by being an empirical, quantitative research, which aimed to evaluate a theoretical model for the reconstruction of the territory of Brumadinho in the post-environmental disaster scenario. The tested hypotheses show that if the actors responsible for the reconstruction were dedicated to taking more just actions and aimed at meeting the real needs of the territories, in order to improve the pessimistic scenario identified, better results could be found in the final analysis. This reflects the current image of mining, demonstrating that the actions currently carried out are not aligned with the principles of sustainability.
PERCEPÇÃO DE ESTUDANTES UNIVERSITÁRIOS SOBRE CORRUPÇÃO E MORALIDADE
Authors: Sousa de Oliveira William Augusto , Alves Botinha Reiner
Published: May 2024

O artigo tem como objetivo investigar a percepção de estudantes universitários, da área de negócios, a respeito de temas de moralidade e corrupção, e o papel das técnicas de neutralização na visão destes estudantes. Para isso, foi utilizado questionário como instrumento de coleta dos dados, e assumido como população universitários em nível de graduação e pós-graduação. O estudo se classifica como quantitativo na abordagem e descritivo pelo objetivo adotado, fazendo uso de estatística descritiva, além de teste Qui-quadrado e teste de Wilcoxon pareado, na análise dos dados. Entre os achados se destaca o baixo nível de conhecimento anterior dos alunos sobre os temas observados, assim como a relação positiva entre as técnicas de neutralização e a percepção dos respondentes sobre moralidade e corrupção. Como contribuições teóricas, estimular a literatura sobre corrupção e moralidade na área de negócios, além de introduzir as técnicas de neutralização nos estudos sobre os temas. Ainda, auxiliar profissionais e acadêmicos da área de negócios a respeito do entendimento sobre casos de corrupção e moralidade, e a influência das técnicas de neutralização sobre esses casos, e assim ajudar na procura de mecanismos para amenizar a racionalização de situações imorais ou ilegais nos ambientes investigados.
El miedo como política de Estado
Authors: Serrano Omar
Published: May 2024

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ECA Estudios Centroamericanos, Vol. 78, No. 774, 2023: 2-19.
Class 1 Integron (Inti1) Gene In Gram Negative Multi-Drug Resistant Bacteria Isolated From Clinical Samples In Bayelsa State, Nigeria
Authors: Tolulope Alade , Ewaoche Itodo , Nnenna Udefi
Published: May 2024

Background and Objective: Integrons are common features of bacterial genomes that allow efficient capture and expression of new genes which are embedded in gene cassettes. Class 1 integron are mostly identified among clinical Gram-negative bacteria as the major factor responsible for drug resistance. This study was aimed at detecting the presence of the integron-integrase 1 gene (inti1) in Gram negative bacteria.

Materials and Methods: The isolates were determined using Standard Bacteriological methods. Antibiotic susceptibility testing was carried out using Modified Kirby Bauer disc-diffusion method and the genomic DNA was extracted by boiling method. The presence of Inti1 gene was determined using Polymerase Chain Reaction.

Results: A total of 121 clinical samples were collected, of which 99 (81.8%) were urine samples, 5 (4.13%) were Endocervical swabs, 4 (3.31%) were sputum samples, 4 (3.31%) were High vaginal swabs, 6 (4.95%) were wound samples and 3 (2.48%) were ear swabs, 45 (37.2%) samples were collected from males and 76 (62.8%) were collected from females. The findings showed that out of 121 samples analysed, a total of 95 isolates were obtained from the samples with E.coli having a high prevalence of 32 (33.7%), followed by Klebsiella oxytoca 30 (31.6%), Klebsiella pneumonia 21 (22.1%), Pseudomonas aeruginosa 6 (6.31%), Enterobacter aerogenes 3 (3.2%) and Citrobacter fruendii 3 (3.2%). Antibiotics susceptibility pattern showed the resistance percentage of each of the antibiotics used; Gentamicin (50.5%) Pefloxacine (68.4), Narivid (67.4%), Streptomycin (81.1%), Septrin (66.3%) Chloramphenicol (70.5%), Spectinomycin (53.7%), Ciprofloxacin (56.8%), Amoxacillin (53.7%) and Augmentin (88.4%). Out of the 30 isolates selected for molecular analysis, the Inti 1 gene was detected in 26 isolates.

Conclusion: This study showed that there is high prevalence of class 1 integron in multi-drug resistant Gram-negative bacteria. To prevent the development of multi-drug resistance bacteria, the indiscriminate use of antibiotics should be avoided.
Application of the New Mapping Method to Complex Three Coupled Maccari’s System Possessing M-Fractional Derivative
Authors: Riaz Muhammad Bilal , Rehman Aziz Ur , Martinovic Jan
Published: May 2024

In this academic investigation, an innovative mapping approach is applied to complex three coupled Maccari’s system to unveil novel soliton solutions. This is achieved through the utilization of M-Truncated fractional derivative with employing the new mapping method and computer algebraic syatem (CAS) such as Maple. The derived solutions in the form of hyperbolic and trigonometric functions. Our study elucidates a variety of soliton solutions such as periodic, singular, dark, kink, bright, dark-bright solitons solutions. To facilitate comprehension, with certain solutions being visually depicted through 2-dimensional, contour, 3-dimensional, and phase plots depicting bifurcation characteristics utilizing Maple software. Furthermore, the incorporation of M-Truncated derivative enables a more extensive exploration of solution patterns. Our study establishes a connection between computer science and soliton physics, emphasizing the pivotal role of soliton phenomena in advancing simulations and computational modeling. Analytical solutions are subsequently generated through the application of the new mapping method. Following this, a thorough examination of the dynamic nature of the equation is conducted from various perspectives. In essence, understanding the dynamic characteristics of systems is of great importance for predicting outcomes and advancing new technologies. This research significantly contributes to the convergence of theoretical mathematics and applied computer science, emphasizing the crucial role of solitons in scientific disciplines.
Effects of Inhibitory Control on Academic Engagement of Tertiary Institutions’ Undergraduates in FCT Abuja, Nigeria.
Authors: Yanda Aliyu Umar , Omobolanle Giwa Muyibat
Published: May 2024

The study investigated the effects of control inhibition on academic engagement of Tertiary Institutions Undergraduates in FCT Abuja, Nigeria. The study adopted quasi-experimental design, using pre-test, post-test and Control groups. Three research questions and corresponding hypotheses guided the study. The population of the study consisted of all undergraduates in FCT Tertiary institutions in Abuja (85,188).The sample size of the study consisted of 371 undergraduates who were drawn through multi-stage sampling. The Instrument used for data collection included a self-developed Academic Engagement survey instrument (UAES), it has two sections. Section A contained demographic information of the respondents while section B contained 17 items on academic engagement and psychological well-being. The instrument for the treatment is “Inhibitory Control Treatment” (ICT) adapted and modified. The instruments were subjected to reliability analysis using Cronbach Alpha to determine the internal consistency and reliability index of 0.78 and 0.68 respectively were obtained while the content validity was ascertained by three test experts yielded a consensus coefficient of 0.82 and 0.78. The data was analyzed using inferential statistics of paired sample t-test at α 0.05 level of significance. The study’s findings demonstrated that ICT is significantly effective in improving the academic engagement of the Undergraduates in FCT Tertiary institutions. It was recommended that Educational Psychologist should therefore; apply ICT in improving the academic engagement of the undergraduates.
Availability, Utilization, and Efficiency of Community Resources in Teaching Social Studies for Knowledge Transfer in Federal Capital Territory College of Education, Zuba-Abuja.
Authors: Musa Abubakar
Published: May 2024

This paper investigates the utilization of community resources to enhance social studies education at FCT College of Education, Zuba. Recognizing the importance of experiential learning, the study examines the availability, utilization, and efficiency of various resources, including museums, nature centers, interactive SOS centers, and farms, through a descriptive survey. Findings reveal high availability and utilization rates for certain resources, while others show opportunities for improvement. Despite challenges such as logistical constraints and disparities in resource access, community resources are perceived to enhance teaching effectiveness, student engagement, and problem-solving skills. The study underscores the significance of integrating underutilized resources, fostering partnerships with local stakeholders, and providing professional development opportunities for educators to maximize the impact of community resources on social studies education. Recommendations include promoting innovative integration strategies, addressing barriers to resource utilization, and regularly assessing efficacy to improve teaching and learning experiences.
Occurrence of Staphylococcus aureus among Inpatients of a Tertiary Hospital in Jalingo, Taraba State, Nigeria
Authors: Mbah Modesta Ifeoma , Chibuike Ogodo Alloysius , Elkannah Deborah Sambo , Emmanuel Kashibu , Eleojo Ojogbane , Ali Danjuma Zeno
Published: May 2024

Patients stay longer on admission as a result of being infected by certain pathogens like S.aureus. One hundred isolates were obtained from clinical specimens of patients who had stayed for not less than 72 hours in male and female wards of Specialist hospital, Jalingo. The specimens used were sputum, nasalswab, throat swab and wound swab. Standard procedures were used in the isolation and identification of the bacteria as well as in determining the antimicrobial resistance profile. However, resistance to cefoxitin was used to identify the MRSA Neverthless, 21% of the isolates were S. aureus while 61.9% of the S.aureus were MRSA. Though, the prevalence of S.aureus was highest (23.1%) in the nasal swab of inpatients aged 46-55(p=0.054), wound swab (17.4%) of inpatients aged 26-35(p=0.254), throat swab (6.5%) of inpatients aged 36-45 years (p=0.935) and sputum (3.0%) of inpatients aged 36-45 and 76-85(p=0.009), all the S.aureus isolated from the nares were MRSA. All the S.aureus were multi drug resistant-they were respectively 76.2%,90.5%,81.0%,85.7%,47.6% and 52.3% resistant to gentamycin (10μg), ciprofloxacin (20μg), streptomycin (10μg), erythromycin(10μg), cefuroxime (30μg) and levofloxacin (20μg).However,100% resistance was observed in Ampiclox(30μg), Amoxacillin(30μg). Zinnocef (20μg), Cefriaxone (20μg) and cefoxime (10μg).It is therefore recommended that further study be carried out to find out whether there is a relationship between the prevalence of MRSA and the site of isolation(specimen). Also, there is need to find out if there are conditions in the nares that promote the acquisition of mec A gene by S.aureus.
Strategic implications of carbon pricing on global environmental sustainability and economic development: A conceptual framework
Authors: Peter Simpa  , Nko Okina Solomon  , Olubunmi Adeolu Adenekan  , Scholar Chinenye Obasi
Published: May 2024

This study critically evaluates the strategic implications of carbon pricing mechanisms on global environmental sustainability and economic development. Employing a systematic literature review and content analysis, the research synthesizes recent findings from peer-reviewed articles, reports, and policy documents published between 2010 and 2024. The study's objectives include analyzing the effectiveness of carbon pricing in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, assessing its economic impacts, exploring environmental benefits, and understanding the role of international cooperation in enhancing the efficacy of carbon pricing policies. The methodology hinges on a structured search strategy, applying rigorous inclusion and exclusion criteria to ensure the relevance and quality of the literature reviewed. The analysis reveals that carbon pricing, encompassing both carbon taxes and cap-and-trade systems, serves as a pivotal tool for mitigating climate change while fostering economic growth and structural transformation. Key findings highlight the potential of carbon pricing to drive innovation in green technologies, the importance of addressing social equity concerns, and the critical role of international policy coordination in mitigating cross-border carbon leakage and competitiveness issues. The study concludes that carbon pricing mechanisms, when effectively designed and equitably implemented, can align environmental sustainability with economic development goals. Recommendations for policymakers emphasize the need for comprehensive strategies that integrate carbon pricing with broader economic and environmental policies, underscore the importance of international cooperation, and advocate for continued research to refine carbon pricing models and strategies. This research contributes to the ongoing discourse on carbon pricing, offering insights into its potential as a cornerstone of global climate governance and sustainable economic policy.
Keywords: Carbon Pricing Mechanisms, Environmental Sustainability, Economic Development, International Cooperation.
Veliki pregon
Authors: Košir Matevž
Published: May 2024

The contribution sheds light on a mass witch trial that began in 1661 at the court in Hrastovec. It is related to proceedings initiated a decade later and taking place simultaneously in at least five courts. Those convicted were forced to list the names of many witchcraft meeting participants, which were described with all sorts of demonic imagery. The trials were thus interconnected and kept dragging on because of the confrontations between the accused. Despite the many mass trials, the number of the indicted even exceeded those that were actually put to trial. The proceedings were caused by weather storms, and many people were only tried when a new round of trials followed a storm. The trials were affected by the people’s understanding of the causes of the disasters, conspiracy theories, and various actors such as the rural population affected by the disasters, neighbourly disputes, superstitions, belief in magic, cruel, bloodthirsty judges and their personal motives, and the Inner Austrian government in charge of the criminal justice apparatus.
Streha nad glavo Kritine stanovanjskih in gospodarskih poslopij na Krasu sredi 18. stoletja
Authors: Panjek Aleksander
Published: May 2024

The  contribution addresses the long-standing question of the roof covering materials for rural buildings in the Karst region and the chronology of the prevalence and replacement of straw, slates, and bent tiles from the 16th to the 19th century. The article first outlines the interpretative and chronological uncertainty of the existing literature. Next, it presents the early modern written testimonies and iconography of towns and villages in the Slovenian Littoral, demonstrating their partial discrepancy with the existing interpretations and the ambiguity of the relevant depictions. The central part of the article analyses the original archival data from real estate transactions between peasants, which contain information on the type and value of roof coverings on 27 residential and 13 outbuildings in 15 localities in the Karst region in the middle of the 18th century. Most of these houses were covered with slates, while most outbuildings were thatched, except for the Goriška-Vipava area, where bent tiles prevailed. These results provide a reliable timeline foundation for further research.
»Ta schlehten volk tega ferdirbanega cajta!« Celjski nemški časopis Deutsche Wacht o Ivanu Dečku
Authors: Cvelfar Bojan
Published: May 2024

At the turn of the 19th to the 20th century, insults and attacks on Slovenian citizens were a regular feature of the Celje German newspaper Deutsche Wacht. Also in this respect, one of the most prominent individuals was the lawyer Ivan Dečko. The article highlights two characteristic events in which he played a major role. The first example took place during the 1901 national elections, when he successfully opposed the German candidate Josef Pommer in the urban curia, while the second was the so-called “Kosem Affair”, which involved damages to the coffers of the district representation and coincided with the pre-election campaign for the 1904 district representation elections. Sometimes, the Deutsche Wacht even mercilessly mocked Dečko’s unfortunate illness.
Starostniki na podeželju v 19. stoletju
Authors: Čeč Dragica
Published: May 2024

Based on individual case studies and employing discourse analysis in Carniola, this study endeavours to
transcend the existing theories that predominantly place the rural elderly within multigenerational familial structures. By delving into the intricacies of property transfer, the employment possibilities of individuals lacking assets, marital strategies, obstacles and dynamics, and the provision of care for elderly family members in rural areas, a nuanced understanding emerges. The present research reveals diverse strategies, identities, and configurations in the lifestyles and livelihoods of the rural elderly, which extend beyond conventional family-centric perspectives. By emphasising the intricate interplay of property dynamics, survival strategies, and communal solidarity, this article sheds light on the multifaceted life of the elderly in the countryside.
ALIENAÇÃO PARENTAL: A VIOLAÇÃO DE DIREITOS FUNDAMENTAIS DA CRIANÇA E DO ADOLESCENTE
Authors: Carivali Gabriela Oliveira Batista , Azevedo Flávia Regina Porto de
Published: May 2024

Esse artigo buscou analisar a questão da alienação parental no sistema judiciário, examinando suas implicações legais, sociais e psicológicas, bem como as abordagens utilizadas pelos tribunais para prevenir e remediar casos de alienação parental em disputas de guarda e visitação. No decorrer deste artigo, o objetivo será descrever sobre a base da sociedade, que é a família, caracterizar o casamento e a união estável, a dissolução dos ciclos familiares, sejam provenientes de casamento ou de união estável, constitucionalizar o poder familiar acerca de seus princípios e do direito do filho à convivência de ambos os pais, tais como as modalidades de guarda, e no último tópico, analisar o fenômeno da alienação parental, sua caracterização, eventuais imperícias ao diagnosticar esse problema e como isso afeta a saúde mental da criança e/ou adolescente. O método utilizado foi o método sistêmico,  analisando, investigando e compreendendo, sendo os principais autores dessa pesquisa, Maria Berenice Dias, Rolf e Ana Madaleno, e Ana Beatriz Lins Rêgo, sendo o objetivo averiguar a perícia nos casos em que existe a alienação parental, desfavorecendo o melhor interesse da criança e causando danos psicológicos e sociais, agredindo o princípio fundamental da criança que é o direito à saúde e à convivência familiar, tendo como fundamento pesquisas bibliográficas e análises em artigos científicos para apresentar os conceitos de família, matrimônio e separação, poder familiar, tipos de guarda e alienação parental.
AVALIAÇÃO QUALITATIVA E QUANTITATIVA DOS CARDÁPIOS DE UMA UNIDADE DE ALIMENTAÇÃO E NUTRIÇÃO HOSPITALAR SERVIDOS PARA PACIENTES COM DIABETES
Authors: Lima Joice Cléa Carvalho de , Anunciação Taise Andrade da , Oliveira Clotilde Assis
Published: May 2024

Este artigo buscou avaliar qualitativa e quantitativamente os cardápios servidos em uma unidade hospitalar em Feira de Santana, Bahia, para pacientes com diagnóstico de diabetes. Foram avaliados os cardápios de cinco dias consecutivos do mês de outubro de 2023, utilizando dados do Serviço de Nutrição e Dietética do hospital. A análise qualitativa seguiu as recomendações do Guia Alimentar da População Brasileira (2014), enquanto a análise quantitativa calculou a composição nutricional dos alimentos em comparação com as recomendações da Sociedade Brasileira de Diabetes (2019-2020) e os valores de referência do Institute of Medicine (2006). Os resultados revelaram uma predominância de alimentos in natura e minimamente processados nos cardápios. As médias de proteína, carboidrato e lipídios atenderam às recomendações, porém houve inadequações na oferta de carboidratos, lipídios e alguns micronutrientes como vitamina B12 e vitamina D. A quantidade de sacarose e fibra esteve dentro das recomendações. Concluiu-se que, apesar de atenderem adequadamente às recomendações, os cardápios precisam de ajustes para garantir uma oferta nutricional adequada para pacientes com diagnóstico de diabetes, e recomenda-se avaliações periódicas e adaptações conforme as necessidades específicas desses pacientes.
CANTOR NA SALA DE AULA: TRANSFORMANDO CONCEITOS ABSTRATOS EM FERRAMENTAS PARA O ENSINO DE MATEMÁTICA
Authors: Santos Thiago , Carneiro Luiz Gustavo de Oliveira , Souza Gustavo de
Published: May 2024

O presente estudo se debruça sobre a potencialidade da teoria abstrata dos conjuntos com base ternária como um instrumento pedagógico capaz de elucidar conceitos matemáticos intrincados de maneira mais palpável e intuitiva. Embora possa, a princípio, aparentar desconexão com a realidade concreta, o método dos conjuntos com base ternária demonstra significativa pertinência em múltiplos domínios da matemática. Ao perscrutar conjuntos infinitos e suas propriedades no contexto da base ternária, descortina-se a oportunidade de explorar uma compreensão mais aprofundada e abrangente de diversas temáticas, abarcando a noção de infinito, desmistificando a abstração percebida e desvelando a elegância intrínseca à matemática. Será evidenciado que a abordagem dos conjuntos com base ternária, marcada por sua ênfase no raciocínio lógico e rigoroso, pode enriquecer substancialmente a experiência educacional, proporcionando aos discentes um alicerce robusto no estudo de variados conceitos nas séries iniciais do ensino fundamental.
INCIDÊNCIA DE CÂNCER DE BOCA NO MUNICÍPIO DE PORTO SEGURO: UMA ANÁLISE DOCUMENTAL
Authors: Viana Fernanda Xavier , Vieira Emanuel , Santos Fabrício Silva
Published: May 2024

A população do Extremo Sul da Bahia enfrenta desafios significativos em relação à saúde bucal, especialmente no que diz respeito ao câncer bucal. A falta de acesso à informação é um fator crucial que pode impactar negativamente na prevenção, diagnóstico e tratamento eficaz desta doença. “Qual é a situação atual do câncer de boca no município de Porto Seguro e quais são os fatores associados a essa condição?". O objetivo deste trabalho é realizar um estudo de análise documental da incidência de câncer de boca no município de Porto Seguro-Ba, buscando compreender os padrões epidemiológicos e identificar possíveis fatores de risco associados. O objetivo específicos: Analisar registros documentais de casos de câncer de boca em Porto Seguro, provenientes de fontes como registros hospitalares, laudos de anatomopatológico e registros de óbitos, retirando do DATA SUS e Instituto Nacional de Câncer – INCA, identificar padrões demográficos associados à incidência de câncer de boca na população estudada, como também explorar a distribuição geográfica dos casos de câncer de boca no município e investigar, pelo menos, um fator de risco associado ao desenvolvimento do câncer de boca na população local. Metodologia: será realizada uma análise documental em conjunto com a revisão bibliográfica qualitativa para contextualizar os dados quantitativos em um cenário mais amplo, enriquecendo a compreensão do problema. Quanto à inclusão e exclusão, a abordagem quantitativa permitirá a análise de uma amostra representativa de casos de câncer de boca em Porto Seguro, considerando critérios específicos de inclusão, como diagnóstico confirmado, e exclusão, como casos não relacionados ao objeto de estudo. Resultados esperados: Espera-se identificar padrões de incidência do câncer bucal, destacando a influência de fatores socioeconômicos. Além disso, pretende-se propor ações específicas para aumentar a conscientização e melhorar o acesso aos serviços de saúde, visando reduzir a prevalência do câncer bucal na região.
Rétroactions entre biodiversité et changement climatique
Authors: MORI Akira S. , SASAKI Takehiro , KAGAMI Maiko , MIKI Takeshi , YASUHARA Moriaki
Published: May 2024

La compréhension des impacts du réchauffement climatique anthropique sur la végétation terrestre nécessite une compréhension de base de la façon dont les voies directes et indirectes – médiées par la biodiversité – du changement climatique impactent le fonctionnement des écosystèmes. La décomposition et la minéralisation de la litière végétale sont des éléments clés du cycle mondial du carbone et représentent des incertitudes majeures dans la relation climat-biodiversité.
Biodiversité et stabilité des écosystèmes : preuves expérimentales
Authors: JIANG Lin , XU Qianna
Published: May 2024

Ce chapitre passe en revue les expériences sur les relations biodiversité-stabilité et résume leurs résultats. Les expériences menées dans les prairies constituent l'essentiel de la recherche expérimentale sur la biodiversité et le fonctionnement des écosystèmes (BFE). Les écosystèmes aquatiques diffèrent des écosystèmes terrestres à bien des égards, en partie à cause des différences de taille et de stœchiométrie des producteurs primaires entre les deux habitats.
L’histoire comme porte d’entrée de la forêt
Authors: KIRBY Keith J.
Published: May 2024

Arbres, bois et forêts ne peuvent être compris qu’à travers leur histoire. Ils renseignent sur les dynamiques de défrichement/exploitation agricole/afforestation, qui ont souvent été très complexes au cours du dernier millénaire. La connaissance de cette histoire informe la conservation : si l’opposition forêt ancienne vs. forêt récente est utile, elle ne doit pas occulter le continuum qui peut exister.
A Multi-scale features-based cloud detection method for Suomi-NPP VIIRS day and night imagery
Authors: Li Jun , Hu Chengjie , Sheng Qinghong , Xu Jiawei , Zhu Chongrui , Zhang Weili
Published: May 2024

Abstract. Cloud detection is a necessary step before the application of remote sensing images. However, most methods focus on cloud detection in daytime remote sensing images. The ignored nighttime remote sensing images play more and more important role in many fields such as urban monitoring, population estimation and disaster assessment. The radiation intensity similarity between artificial lights and clouds is higher in nighttime remote sensing images than in daytime remote sensing images, which makes it difficult to distinguish artificial lights from clouds. Therefore, this paper proposes a deep learning-based method (MFFCD-Net) to detect clouds for day and nighttime remote sensing images. MFFCD-Net is designed based on the encoder-decoder structure. The encoder adopts Resnet-50 as the backbone network for better feature extraction, and a dilated residual up-sampling module (DR-UP) is designed in the decoder for up-sampling feature maps while enlarging the receptive field. A multi-scale feature extraction fusion module (MFEF) is designed to enhance the ability of the MFFCD-Net to distinguish regular textures of artificial lights and random textures of clouds. An Global Feature Recovery Fusion Module (GFRF Module) is designed to select and fuse the feature in the encoding stage and the feature in the decoding stage, thus to achieve better cloud detection accuracy. This is the first time that a deep learning-based method is designed for cloud detection both in day and nighttime remote sensing images. The experimental results on Suomi-NPP VIIRS DNB images show that MFFCD-Net achieves higher accuracy than baseline methods both in day and nighttime remote sensing images. Results on daytime remote sensing images indicate that MFFCD-Net can obtain better balance on commission and omission rates than baseline methods (92.3% versus 90.5% on F1-score). Although artificial lights introduced strong interference in cloud detection in nighttime remote sensing images, the accuracy values of MFFCD-Net on OA, Precision, Recall, and F1-score are still higher than 90%. This demonstrates that MFFCD-Net can better distinguish artificial lights from clouds than baseline methods in nighttime remote sensing images. The effectiveness of MFFCD-Net proves that it is very promising for cloud detection both in day and nighttime remote sensing images.
Garbage Monitoring And Management Using Deep Learning
Authors: Manivannan Charanya , Virgin Jovina , Suseendran Shivaani , Vani K.
Published: May 2024

Abstract. Rapid urbanisation and population growth have led to an unprecedented increase in waste generation. In addition to this, increasing tourism has also increased the challenge of maintaining coastal areas. Inefficient and inadequate waste management practices pose significant environmental and health hazards to both humans and wildlife. Through deep learning and computer vision techniques, the garbage can be identified and its location can be extracted directly from the images. Videos are collected using UAVs. Auto generation of waste reports and additional services like chat-bots are also implemented. Furthermore, the system implements OR tools using which the routes of garbage collector vehicles is optimised. By minimising travel distances and maximising cleanup efficiency, the system reduces operational costs and enhances the overall effectiveness of beach cleanup initiatives. Predominant spots of garbage are analysed and the nearest dustbins are mapped along with the route to reach the dustbin. The garbage detection model gave a mAP of 0.845. The silhouette score of clustering was 70.1% for chameleon and 99.02% for k means. All of the above mentioned modules were integrated and presented on the user interface of the application developed.
Facial Recognition and Classification of Terracotta Warriors in the Mausoleum of the First Emperor Using Deep Learning
Authors: Sheng Yan
Published: May 2024

Abstract. The facial features of the Terracotta Warriors unearthed from the Mausoleum of the First Emperor of Qin are authentic depictions of the appearance of soldiers from the same period. Recognizing facial features to classify the Terracotta Warriors is one of the crucial aspects of archaeological research. Due to limitations in the collection of facial samples from the Terracotta Warriors, an enhanced SqueezeNet model is proposed for deep learning facial recognition. The FaceNet backbone feature extraction network has been improved by replacing the initial 7×7 convolution kernel with three 3×3 convolution kernels. The model's feature extraction layer is composed of alternating convolution layers, pooling layers, Fire modules, and pooling layers, with the introduction of an exponential function to smooth the shape of the loss function. Finally, facial classification of 295 Terracotta Warriors is accomplished using Agglomerative Clustering. The model demonstrates a facial recognition accuracy of 95.6%, showing a respective improvement of 4.1% and 2.8% compared to the classical SqueezeNet and Inception_ResNetV1 models. This approach better meets the requirements for facial recognition and classification of Terracotta Warriors, providing intelligent and efficient technical support for technological archaeology.