bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE APPROACH AT SAPB/LIPAT/ FF/UFRJ INTERSECTORIAL PROJECT
Authors: Cler Jordânia da Silva , De Almeida Débora da Silva , Cavalcanti Liane Costa , Gaspar Sandra Ávila , Malfacini Solange da Silva , Bolognani Fábio de Almeida , Varricchio Marcia Cristina Braga Nunes , Pyrrho Alexandre dos Santos
Published: October 2024

The present article describes historic evolution conception process of an intercultural medicinal plant garden as a tool to construct social ecoperception about environmental health and cultural diversity, which culminance resulted in improvement of social technology. Through case study methodology, it reports briefly the process since 2008 up to 2024. Results also show multi, inter and transdisciplinary effective activities and peer viewed communications about primary care attention to originary and ethnic groups, collectives and, mainly, to environmental recovery. Intercultural medicinal plant garden construction process provided equity to applied intercultural, interethnical and indigenous knowledge, then registered as an “open-air” intercultural plant collection (a “plant library”), improving humanities as respect, ethic, integrated citizenship, besides the learning to coexist with complexity, singularity, autonomy and self-direction. So, as qualitative evaluation, it was considered there was improved mental health promotion to this urban ethnic members and indigenous in this period (2008 – 2024) through sociocultural technology by this intersectoral project, named Environmental Health, Bioethic and Parasitology, from Immuneparasitology and Toxicological Analysis Laboratory of Faculty of Pharmacy from Federal University of Rio de Janeiro/Brazil and all of its institutional partners.
PROGRAMA SUSTENTA: PERCEPÇÃO DOS AGRICULTORES A RESPEITO DA ADOPÇÃO DE TECNOLOGIAS DE BAIXA EMISSÃO DE CARBONO NO DISTRITO DE CHIÚRE, MOÇAMBIQUE
Authors: Malei Belo Albino , Máquina Dalmildo Agostinho , Da Costa Amorim António , Da Silva Adérito Jeremias Vicente , Mourão Cipriano Júnior , Braimo Júnior Atumane
Published: October 2024

The Integrated Management of Agriculture and Natural Resources Project (SUSTENTA), implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (MADER), with funding from the World Bank, is a national program for the integration of family farming into productive value chains with the aim of improving the quality of life of rural households through the promotion of sustainable agriculture (social, social,  economic and environmental). The objective of this study is to analyze the perception of producers in the Administrative Post of Ocua, benefited by SUSTENTA regarding the adoption of low carbon emission technologies. This is a qualitative-quantitative study with a descriptive-exploratory approach, based on the snow ball method to survey interviews and questionnaire surveys for 44 farmers. Data analysis was performed using Excell software and SPSS version 25.0. The study showed that most producers are aware of the climate change process, even though they lack the technical knowledge to deal with the phenomenon, are aware that the way they act can interfere in the process and are willing to change their habits and/or production techniques to contribute to the mitigation or adaptation to climate change. It was found that growers have adopted technologies such as Conservation Agriculture, Seed and Cereal Storage, Ecological Pest Management, Integrated Nutrient Management, Crop Diversification and New Varieties, Improved Post-Harvest and Rainwater Collection and Conservation.
GAMIFICAÇÃO NA EDUCAÇÃO: PERSPECTIVAS PARA EXPERIÊNCIAS DE APRENDIZAGENS INTERATIVAS
Authors: Do Nascimento Isidro José Bezerra Maciel Fortaleza , dos Santos Anita Terezinha Scaranello , De Albuquerque Anderson Terceiro , Pereira Eva Maria Campos , Cavalcante Daiana de Fátima Moreira , Neto João Vieira de Sousa , Da Silva Givanildo Rodrigues , Oliveira Luciana Maia Lavio , Oliveira Jessica Sabrinne Araújo Amaral , Gonçalves José Nilton de Araújo , Da Rocha Francisco Rosa , Pereira Sirlei Martins , Marques Soray Soares Rosa Damasceno
Published: October 2024

A pesquisa teve como objetivo analisar o uso da gamificação na educação e suas perspectivas para experiências de aprendizagens interativas. Para isso, foi realizada uma pesquisa bibliográfica que abrangeu artigos científicos de plataformas como SciELO, Google Acadêmico e Web of Science. Os resultados evidenciaram que a gamificação transforma o aprendizado em experiências dinâmicas e engajadoras, promovendo personalização, desenvolvimento de habilidades socioemocionais e feedback instantâneo, fatores que aumentam a motivação dos alunos. No entanto, a implementação da gamificação enfrenta desafios, como a necessidade de formação adequada dos educadores e a escolha de ferramentas apropriadas. A análise dos dados indica que, com um planejamento cuidadoso, a gamificação pode revolucionar a educação, preparando os alunos para um futuro onde criatividade e habilidades interpessoais são essenciais. A conclusão ressalta a relevância da gamificação como estratégia inovadora que pode enriquecer o processo educativo e fomentar um aprendizado mais significativo.
THE TRANSFORMATIVE IMPACT OF JUDO ON ATHLETES WITH DISABILITIES: INCLUSION, ADAPTATION, AND PERFORMANCE INSIGHTS
Authors: De Freitas Raphael Fellipe Figueiredo
Published: October 2024

Judo is celebrated for its inclusivity and adaptability, offering significant benefits for athletes with disabilities (PwD). It fosters physical, emotional, social, and cognitive growth, enhancing motor skills, coordination, and balance. For athletes with physical disabilities, mastering techniques such as falling safely promotes strength and agility. Moreover, engaging in judo boosts self-esteem and confidence as athletes achieve milestones like advancing through belt ranks and earning medals. The supportive environment encourages personal accomplishment and helps develop social skills through interaction with peers. Research highlights the diverse range of disabilities in judo, including visual, auditory, and intellectual impairments. Studies by Oblak et al. (2020) reveal the therapeutic benefits of judo for individuals with intellectual disabilities, emphasizing the need for more research in this area. Bocioacă and Marin (2023) explore the role of adapted judo for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Down syndrome, demonstrating improvements in integration skills through tailored practices. Additional research by Kons et al. (2021) and Krabben et al. (2017) addresses the dynamics of Paralympic judo, revealing challenges related to classification systems for visually impaired athletes. Kons et al. (2022) identify a concerning rise in injury rates among judo athletes with disabilities, indicating the need for improved safety measures. Lastly, the comparative study of neuromuscular control by Kons et al. (2019) shows that visually impaired judokas can excel in balance and certain strength metrics. Overall, these studies underscore judo’s role in promoting physical development and social integration for PwD, while also highlighting the need for further research to ensure equitable and inclusive practices in the sport.
Role of Bio-based Plasticizers in Mitigating Polymer Membranes Fragility and Brittleness
Authors: Idriss Ibrahim Maina
Published: October 2024

The review article focuses on the potential of bio-based plasticizers to enhance the mechanical properties of polymer membranes, addressing the critical issues of fragility and brittleness. It highlights the environmental and health risks associated with traditional plasticizers like phthalates and also advocates for the adoption of sustainable and non-toxic bio-based alternatives. In doing so, it emphasizes the significant advancements in bio-based plasticizer research, aiming to stimulate further scientific inquiry into their application in membrane synthesis. By advocating for the adoption of green polymers, the article underscores the critical necessity for the development of environmentally benign and mechanically robust membrane technologies. These advancements hold considerable promise for a wide array of applications, notably within biomedical domains and separation processes, heralding a new era of sustainability and functionality in membrane technology.
POVOS CIGANOS NA PÓS-GRADUAÇÃO BRASILEIRA
Authors: Andrade Francisca Marli Rodrigues de , Oliveira Fabio Alves Gomes de , Mangia Júnior José Alencar
Published: October 2024

pesquisa se propõe a desenvolver um debate sistematizado sobre as produções acadêmicas dos programas de pós-graduação brasileiros, focalizando na representatividade de temáticas sobre os povos ciganos nas produções das teses de doutorado e dissertações de mestrados defendidas nos últimos dez anos (2012 a 2022). Metodologicamente, a pesquisa, de abordagem qualitativa exploratória descritiva, recorreu ao enfoque do estado da arte para destacar as seguintes variáveis: número de produções, regiões, instituições, grandes áreas do conhecimento e áreas do conhecimento nas quais essas produções foram realizadas. Com isso, a pesquisa aponta para a necessidade de inclusão dos povos ciganos nas produções científicas e, a partir disso, construir reflexões críticas sobre esse tema. Além do mais, a pesquisa ressalta a importância de um debate crítico sobre racismo estrutural e institucional, identificando-o como fundamental no processo de formação de futuros pesquisadores e na construção da luta antirracista no âmbito da educação.
AULAS PRÁTICAS COMO ESTRATÉGIA PARA O ENSINO DE MECANIZAÇÃO AGRÍCOLA NO CURSO SUPERIOR DE AGRONOMIA
Authors: França Pablo Radamés Cabral de
Published: October 2024

As aulas práticas constituem uma metodologia que permite aplicar os conhecimentos adquiridos nas aulas teóricas, permitindo a concretização do tema abordado. Objetivou-se com este trabalho avaliar uma metodologia de aula prática, aplicada na disciplina de Máquinas, Motores e Mecanização Agrícola no IFPA, Campus Castanhal, referente ao desempenho dos discentes nas avaliações. Para desenvolvimento deste, foi realizado um levantamento de informações das turmas do curso superior de Agronomia do IFPA, durante a disciplina citada acima. Este estudo observacional e comparativo analisou as notas obtidas na disciplina de Elementos de Máquinas, considerando tanto a abordagem prática quanto a teórica. Diante dos resultados obtidos, constatou-se que as turmas obtiveram notas mais altas quando o tema foi abordado e avaliado de forma prática. A aula prática conecta o conhecimento teórico à realidade por meio de experiências práticas.
SABERES MATEMÁTICOS ESCOLARES E NÃO ESCOLARES
Authors: Martins Antonio Alison Pinheiro , Lucena Isabel Cristina Rodrigues de
Published: October 2024

O presente estudo é parte de uma investigação de tese do Programa de Pós-Graduação em Educação em Ciências e Matemáticas, da Universidade Federal do Pará. Trata-se de uma pesquisa qualitativa, de abordagem etnográfica, cujo objetivo é identificar saberes matemáticos tradicionais do meio cultural de um contexto pesqueiro amazônico (não escolares) e associá-los a saberes matemáticos curriculares (escolares). A pesquisa foi realizada na Vila dos Pescadores de Bragança-PA, a partir de vivências na pesca de curral. A fundamentação teórica é centrada na etnomatemática, com base em autores como D’Ambrosio (2019) e Costa e Ghedin (2021), dentre outros. Foram identificados 6 diferentes saberes matemáticos não escolares, que foram associados a 16 diferentes saberes matemáticos escolares, e estes, por sua vez, geraram 17 relações entre si. São relações que surgem como oportunidade de contextualização dos saberes tradicionais no currículo escolar, ganhando significado especial na aplicação em instituições educacionais inseridas em comunidades pesqueiras.
A VISÃO INCLUSIVA DE ZIRALDO NAS OBRAS FLICTS E AUTISMO
Authors: Nascimento Eduarda Abreu do , Almeida Lucas Pinto de , Sales Maria da Luz Lima
Published: October 2024

O presente ensaio tem como objetivo explanar a maneira como as obras Flicts e Autismo: uma realidade, escritas por Ziraldo, podem dialogar com a realidade das crianças com o transtorno do espectro autista. Outro ganho a saber seria que, com as orientações corretas, identificar-se-ia, ainda na fase infantil, como os elementos pertencentes à realidade do leitor, influenciam na transmissão da mensagem. Assim, abordar temas como o autismo de forma desconstruída, constitui, sem dúvida, uma das opções mais viáveis para a quebra de estereótipos, além de conscientizar o leitor e explicar-lhe sobre tal problemática, na qual buscar-se-á, a construção de um texto consistente e, ao mesmo tempo, provocativo. Para tanto, é fundamental levar em consideração a questão de que a literatura permite um deslocamento de nossas experiências humanas e, por conta desse fluxo, tentaremos conseguir perceber o mundo de uma outra maneira, experimentando-o com um olhar mais crítico e sensível.
USO DE TEXTO AUTÊNTICO EM PRÁTICAS DE ALFABETIZAÇÃO E LETRAMENTO MEDIADAS PELO APLICATIVO GOOGLE ARTS AND CULTURE
Authors: Damasceno Tiago Ferreira , Cruz Nathália da Costa
Published: October 2024

O estudo aborda a alfabetização pela ótica das tecnologias digitais, discutindo o uso dos textos autênticos do aplicativo Google Arts and Culture para o letramento (SOARES, 2004; FREIRES; MORGADO; BENTO, 2022). Objetiva analisar os textos autênticos do aplicativo Google Arts and Culture como contributo para a alfabetização e letramento como aproximação entre escola e sociedade no aspecto de uso de tecnologias digitais nos anos iniciais do ensino fundamental. É um estudo qualitativo (FÁVERO; PINHEIRO; SARTORI, 2023). O método é o estudo de caso; e a coleta de dados a observação estruturada (FONTANA; ROSA 2023). A análise dos dados por análise de conteúdo (BARDIN, 2016). Os resultados apontaram que é possível utilizar os textos autênticos da tecnologia digital supracitada na alfabetização e que é importante a criação de um guia didático, que apresente as características e como usar o aplicativo na alfabetização, sobretudo para professores não familiarizados com as tecnologias digitais.
ՀԱՎԵՐԺԻ ՃԱՄՓՈՐԴՆԵՐ. ԱՆԿԱՏԱՐ ԵՐԱԶԱՆՔՆԵՐ ՑՈՒՑԱԴՐՈՒԹՅՈՒՆԸ / TRAVELERS OF THE ETERNAL: UNFULFILLED DREAMS
Authors: Galstyan Seda
Published: October 2024

On September 27, 2020, the 2nd Artsakh war began, and in the 21st century the world and its leaders did not pay attention to this cruel and unequal war. This 44-day war is considered a new generation of war fought by weapons, and not by man. The History Museum of Ar- menia, just after the end of the war, began the 1st stage of collecting works, dedicated to the life and activity of our soldiers. Until now, we have materials on about 220 dead soldiers, including photographs, state awards, biographies, memories and personal goods. The re- search material was collected on the basis of oral and written stories. Military diaries, in- depth interviews were used. We attached particular importance to the unfulfilled dreams of the “Travelers of the Eternal”, some of which were fulfilled with the help of their relatives. During the study, analyses were carried out and we classified them in the following sections
- a. Last call, b. Mother and homeland, c. Reaction to news about the war, d. Versions of the concept of a hero, e. Human-technology confrontation, f. Creators of new stories, g. Reas- sessment of life and the world, loving their homeland in deeds, not in words.
We hope that our study is a new look at the multi-layered 44-day war, which highlights the unchanging devotion and faith in the victory of our heroic soldiers, their unfulfilled dreams, with the help of their thoughts, words, eyewitness accounts. The online exhibi- tion “Travelers of the Eternal” is already available in the History Museum of Armenia. It consists of three parts. 1.A brief history of Artsakh issue 2. Travelers of the eternal…un- fulfilled dreams, 3. Memory and the continuity of life.
ՏԻՐԱՆ ԱՐՔԵՊԻՍԿՈՊՈՍ ՆԵՐՍՈՅԱՆԻ ԱՐԽԻՎԸ ԵՐՈՒՍԱՂԵՄԻ ՀԱՅՈՑ ՊԱՏՐԻԱՐՔՈՒԹՅԱՆ ՄԱՅՐ ԴԻՎԱՆՈՒՄ (ՏԵՂԵԿԱԳԻՐ) / ARCHBISHOP TIRAN NERSOYAN'S ARCHIVE IN THE PATRIARCHIAL ARCHIVE OF THE ARMENIAN PATRIARCHY OF JERUSALEM (REPORT)
Authors: Poghosyan Samvel
Published: October 2024

Several archival writings of an outstanding clergyman of the Armenian Church, Arch- bishop Tiran Nersoyan (1904-1989), are preserved in the Patriarchal archive of the Arme- nian Patriarchate of Jerusalem. Until recently, they were scattered in various vaults and files of the Patriarchal Archive. This article describes the work of collecting and classify- ing these materials that was done at the beginning of 2023 by the author of this report. During this work, some unknown and important correspondences, writings, and text- books belonging to Arch. Tiran Nersoyan were discovered. As he is the author of impor- tant studies in Christology, Canon Law, History, and Liturgy of the Armenian Church, preservation, study, and access to his archival writings can promote the study and contin- uation of his unique theology and further research in the aforementioned areas.
ԽՈՐԱՆԱԶԱՐԴ ՍԻՆԻՆԵՐ (ԸՍՏ ՀԱԹ, ՀՊԹ, ԵՔՊԹ, ԿԵԹ և ԴԵԹ ՆՅՈՒԹԵՐԻ) / TRAYS WITH ALTAR DECORATION
(Collections of National Museum of Armenian Ethnography, History Museum of Armenia, Yerevan History Museum, Kapan Regional Museum, The Regional Museum and Art Gallery of Dilijan)
Authors: Asatryan Artak
Published: October 2024

Among the various copper utensils in Armenian traditional culture during the 19th and 20th centuries, the trays with altar decoration are notable for their unique artistic and pictorial qualities. A comparative analysis of the motifs on these trays reveals a strong connection to the established traditions of Armenian miniature painting. Furthermore, these motifs resemble the artistic expressions found in other branches of Armenian folk art, such as sculpture and textile art.
Knowledge-Driven Brand Management: The Role of CRM in Enhancing Brand Image and Purchase Intentions among Generation Z Consumers
Authors: MANDIĆ Miroslav , VRANEŠEVIĆ Tija
Published: October 2024

This chapter explores into the role of CRM in boosting brand image and influencing purchase intentions, particularly within the context of Generation Z's awareness of CRM activities. Results from the analysis reveal that CRM initiatives and their perceived effectiveness positively impact brand image, with the brand image serving as a mediator for purchase intention. Moreover, in the framework of knowledge-driven brand management, this research underscores the importance of knowledge management in facilitating CRM activities. Knowledge management empowers organizations to effectively capture, analyse, and utilize customer insights, thereby informing strategic decisions and fostering brand growth. Integrating knowledge management principles into CRM processes, companies can harness the full potential of customer data to enhance brand perception and drive purchase behaviour. The study employs structural equation modelling techniques, specifically Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM), to clarify these relationships and insights.Keywords: knowledge; CRM; brand image; generation Z; brand management.JEL Classification: M10; M14; M31; D12; D47.Cite this chapter: Vranešević, T. & Mandić, M. (2024). Knowledge-Driven Brand Management: The Role of CRM in Enhancing Brand Image and Purchase Intentions among Generation Z Consumers. In: Knowledge Management in Economy, Technology and Education, Perić, N. and Arsenjevic, O. (Eds.) (pp. 141-167). Book Series Socio-Economics, Research, Innovation and Technologies (SERITHA). RITHA Publishing. https://doi.org/10.57017/SERITHA.2024.KM-ETE.ch6 Chapter’s history: Received 3rd of August, 2023; Revised 7th of September, 2023; Accepted for publication 19th of January, 2024; Published 30th of July, 2024. About the Author(s):Tija Vranešević holds a Bachelor's degree in Business from the Faculty of Economics and Business in Zagreb, a Master's degree in Management with a specialization in Strategic Marketing from Catolica Lisbon School of Economics and Business, and an additional Master's degree in Marketing from the Faculty of Business and Economics in Zagreb. She currently acts as a Marketing Operations Specialist with a deep passion for brand management, digital marketing, and marketing research.Miroslav Mandić, PhD., serves as an Associate Professor in the Marketing Department at the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Zagreb. He actively contributes to the field of Marketing, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), and Sports Marketing through his research papers and participation in international conferences. Additionally, he is a member of both CROMAR (Croatian Marketing Association) and CRODMA (Croatian Direct Marketing Association).
Optimizing food and FMCG supply chains: A dual approach leveraging behavioral finance insights and big data analytics for strategic decision-making
Authors: Titilope Tosin Adewale  , Nsisong Louis Eyo-Udo  , Adekunle Stephen Toromade  , Abbey Ngochindo Igwe
Published: October 2024

Optimizing food and Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) supply chains is crucial for enhancing efficiency and responsiveness in today’s dynamic market. This paper presents a dual approach integrating behavioral finance insights with big data analytics to refine strategic decision-making processes. Behavioral finance provides valuable understanding of how psychological factors and biases influence decision-making among supply chain stakeholders. By analyzing patterns such as overreaction to market trends or herd behavior, companies can anticipate and mitigate irrational decision-making that may lead to inefficiencies and supply chain disruptions. Big data analytics, on the other hand, enables organizations to process and analyze vast amounts of data from various sources, including sales figures, inventory levels, and consumer behavior. Advanced analytics techniques, such as predictive modeling and machine learning, offer actionable insights into demand forecasting, inventory management, and logistics optimization. Integrating these insights with behavioral finance principles allows for a more comprehensive approach to managing supply chain risks and opportunities. This dual approach supports strategic decision-making by addressing both the human and data-driven aspects of supply chain management. For instance, understanding cognitive biases can help in designing better forecasting models and inventory policies, while big data analytics can provide real-time insights to correct course deviations and align supply with actual demand patterns. The synergy between these methodologies enhances overall supply chain resilience, reduces costs, and improves service levels. The paper discusses practical applications of this integrated approach, including case studies where companies have successfully employed behavioral finance principles alongside big data analytics to optimize their supply chains. It also highlights the challenges and considerations in implementing this dual strategy, offering recommendations for best practices and future research directions.
Reaction to aluminium in vaccines
Authors: Iqbal Shamim , Iqbal Mariyah
Published: October 2024

Some children can develop nodules at the site of their immunisations. These are granulomas due to a reaction with aluminium which is present in some vaccines. The nodules are benign and further investigations are not needed. The nodules can cause intense itching and treatment is aimed at treating this until the nodules resolve on their own. Keywords: aluminium, vaccines, reactions
Early Diagnosis and Management of Acute Pericarditis in a patient with G6PD deficiency: A Case Report
Authors: Hussain Syed Ashfaque , Nehal Sadia
Published: October 2024

Chest pain is a common presentation in clinical practice and needs immediate intervention. It can have several differentials, and it is vital to recognise the signs and symptoms early, differentiate it from other important causes and initiate appropriate management in a timely manner. Here we present a case of acute chest pain in a young male, following a viral upper respiratory tract infection, which was later diagnosed as acute myopericarditis. Prompt investigations, early referral and treatment allowed the patient to make a full uneventful recovery and prevent adverse complications. Keywords: Acute pericarditis, myopericarditis, pleuritic chest pain, G6PD deficiency, colchicine therapy.
Translational Genetics in Hereditary Cancers for Personalized Medicine Practice
Authors: Ajaz Sadia
Published: October 2024

Elucidation of the molecular and cellular basis of disease has ushered in the era of personalized medicine. Current data indicate that 5–10% of cancers are hereditary, that is, caused by germline mutations in cancer predisposition genes. Examples include hereditary breast and ovarian cancers, von Hippel-Lindau syndrome, Cowden syndrome, and Lynch syndrome. The discoveries of causative genetic mutations have been possible due to the identification of families with a preponderance of cancers. After identifying patients with hereditary cancers through accurate family history, the next step is to identify the causative mutation(s) in these high-risk patients and individuals. Such detection can inform treatment; for instance, BRCA1/2 mutation carriers have now the option of intervention with Poly-ADP Ribose Polymerase (PARP) inhibitors such as olaparib and niraparib. It is important to emphasize that the study of hereditary forms of cancers has led to better treatment options not only for these cancers but also for the nonhereditary forms, which are more common. As next-generation sequencing becomes more affordable, it is likely that more causative mutations will be identified. This information can be translated for the development of either preventive or more suitable treatment strategies in cancers.
Does Post-Traumatic Growth Happen to Children after Parental Divorce or Not?
Authors: Bahonar Fahimeh
Published: October 2024

Divorce is one of the most complex social phenomena of our period, which is inevitable for many people because sometimes the family environment becomes so chaotic and unbearable that divorce is the only solution left. Although divorce brings bitter and unbelievable feelings, sometimes it also leads to post-traumatic growth. In this chapter, we mentioned the post-traumatic growth of children of divorce in the cognitive, behavioural, meaning of life, lifestyle, spiritual, educational–occupational, coping strategies, and ethnic relationships dimensions. Also, by conducting a systematic review and examining 47 studies in addition to post-traumatic growth, psychologically effective experiences, psychologically ineffective experiences, sociologically ineffective experiences, family-related ineffective experiences, and 16 sub-themes were obtained. Therefore, the review revealed the effective and ineffective children’s experiences of the parents’ divorce traumas. When a person can look at the traumatic event from another angle and use it to change his worldview, then he can reach a higher psychological function than before the injury. Past experiences, such as parents’ divorce, affect young people’s attitudes about themselves and others, which can ultimately affect how they behave in their relationships.
Data Augmentation and Graph Regularization for Adversarial Training
Authors: Bayram Samet , Barner Kenneth
Published: October 2024

This chapter explores innovative regularization strategies designed to enhance the resilience and accuracy of deep learning models against adversarial attacks, focusing particularly on graph-based methods. At the forefront is Graph Regularized Adversarial Training (GReAT), a pioneering approach that integrates graph-based regularization with adversarial training to exploit the underlying data structure for improved model robustness. By leveraging relationships among related samples, including augmented ones, GReAT significantly enhances performance. This chapter introduces enhanced versions of GReAT (Augmented GReAT) that incorporate standard data augmentation techniques. These extensions further enrich model training by diversifying the training examples within the graph framework. These methods aim to fortify models against sophisticated adversarial perturbations and improve generalization to new unseen datasets. Our comprehensive evaluations on benchmark datasets such as CIFAR-10 and SVHN demonstrate that these techniques, particularly Augmented GReAT, outperform traditional adversarial training methods. Augmented GReAT shows significant performance gains, achieving up to a 12% increase against PGD attacks on CIFAR-10 and 6.3% on SVHN. This chapter details the underlying theories and implementation of these augmented graph-based regularization techniques and thoroughly analyzes their impact through extensive experimental results. By integrating graph structures and data augmentation into the training process, we showcase significant advancements in neural networks’ robustness and predictive accuracy, setting new benchmarks in the field.
Resistance Training in Patients with Bone Metastasis
Authors: Eidenberger Margit
Published: October 2024

Bone metastasis (BM) is a complication in advanced cancer. Symptoms are pain, pathological fractures, hypercalcemia or spinal cord compression. Pain is experienced by 60–80% of patients and has a deteriorating effect on activities of daily life (ADL) and quality of life (QoL). Physical activity is an intervention recommended for early and advanced cancer patients. Resistance training (RT) offers different advantages for BM. It can improve muscle strength, bone density and QoL and prevent loss of functional activity. The question remains: how can RT be delivered in BM patients? Different approaches are possible: supervised in-patient and unsupervised training. Loading to BM sites may be avoided or implemented and certain precautions may be given. Various prerequisites are crucial before implementing RT in BM patient cohorts. This chapter will give an overview of the pathophysiology of BM and a description of various assessments. It will elaborate on the feasibility, safety and efficacy of different types of RT. It will investigate prescription details (intensity, exercise tools and additional requirements) to ensure safety.
Enhancing Maintenance Management of Critical Equipment Using Digital Twin
Authors: Attia Hussien Gomaa
Published: October 2024

Digital twin (DT) technology develops virtual models of objects digitally, simulating their behavior in the real world based on data. Recent advances in DT have greatly facilitated the development of predictive maintenance for critical equipment, enabling accurate identification of equipment conditions, proactive prediction of faults, and enhanced reliability. This research aims to explore the previous studies on DT for proactive maintenance applications of critical equipment. The literature review shows the importance of DT in maintenance management for improving equipment RAMS (reliability, availability, maintainability, and safety). Finally, the findings of this study will be valuable to professionals who desire and aspire to implement DT to achieve maintenance excellence.
Multiplicities of Knowledge and Learning: Exploring the Codes of Knowing in Healthcare Governance
Authors: Lagerlöf Helena
Published: October 2024

This paper examines healthcare governance in Sweden, focusing on two key trends: "Knowledge-based management" and "Trust-based management" (in Swedish, “kunskapsstyrning” and “tillitsbaserad styrning”). These trends are analysed through three dimensions of governance, rooted in theories of knowledge and learning, each represented on a continuum. The first dimension assesses the extent to which governance prioritizes tacit versus explicit knowledge. The second considers the locus of knowledge, distinguishing whether it resides within individuals or social groups, thereby influencing whether learning is oriented toward individual or collective processes. The third dimension contrasts learning that reproduces established knowledge with learning that generates innovation and new knowledge. Through detailed document analysis, the paper highlights disparities between Knowledge-based management and Trust-based management at the policy level, particularly in their discursive constructions of knowledge and learning across these three dimensions. The analysis suggests that these governance approaches sometimes conflict, requiring a choice between pursuing the ideals of Knowledge-based management or Trust-based management, while at other times, they can coexist side by side. This paper contributes to the discourse on healthcare governance by providing an analytical framework for understanding how governance approaches embody distinct “codes of knowing” and support varying modes of knowledge and learning processes.
Environmental housing standards
Authors:   Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology, Howlett Katherine , Wentworth Jonathan
Published: October 2024

Buildings have varied impacts on the environment, arising from energy, water and land use as well as the release of pollutants. Residential buildings also affect occupants' health and wellbeing through their design and placement within the wider environment. This POSTnote summarises the factors affecting a building's environmental performance, the existing governance framework and the potential opportunities for delivering wider social benefits through relevant standards.
Hemoperitoneum secondary to bilateral ovarian enlargement due to undiagnosed male cotwin pregnancy in a mare
Authors: Orner Natalie , Whitacre Michael , Burke Megan , Nebel-Karp Amber , Len Jose , Lyle Sara
Published: October 2024

A 17-year, Quarter Horse mare, was presented for colic symptoms that began the day prior to presentation; patient had no breeding history. Severe bilateral ovarian enlargement precluded transrectal palpation of the gastrointestinal tract and much of the uterus. Transrectal ultrasonography revealed severely enlarged ovaries with multiple, large, ovarian follicles, and structures with an echotexture consistent with hemorrhagic anovulatory follicles, corpora hemorrhagica, and hematoma formation. Transcutaneous abdominal ultrasonography revealed a large volume of peritoneal fluid. Abdominocentesis was performed that identified fluid consistent with frank blood (packed cell volume of 40% consistent with intraabdominal hemorrhage). Initial differential diagnoses included bilateral granulosa-theca cell tumors, other ovarian neoplasia, or ruptured ovarian corpora hemorrhagicum/hematoma resulting in hemoperitoneum. Repeat abdominal ultrasonography revealed a viable pregnancy (~ 70 days). Additional diagnostics obtained 5 days after admission had severely elevated serum testosterone (517.8 pg/ml), elevated inhibin B (160.7 pg/ml), and normal antiMüllerian hormone (0.12 ng/ml) concentrations. After misoprostal and dinoprost tromethamine treatment, manual termination was performed that resulted in the removal of 2 male cotwins. Ovarian size markedly reduced soon after pregnancy termination and serum hormonal concentrations decreased 1 week later to concentrations approaching the reference range for a mare in the first trimester of pregnancy.
Analysis of pedestrian facility needs in tradisional indonesian market areas based on traffic characteristics and pedestrian volumes ( indonesian market area)
Authors: Diantori Diantori , Solikin Ahmad , Nurhasan Ibrahim , Sugiyanto Martinus Agus , Hariani Mira Lestira
Published: October 2024

Crossing the road without crossing facilities is at great risk of traffic conflicts that can lead to congestion and accidents, so the availability of crossing facilities for pedestrians is an important indicator in improving pedestrian safety. This study aims to provide recommendations for the need for road crossing facilities that are in accordance with current conditions and the next 5 to 10 years in an effort to improve pedestrian safety. The method used is the LOS (Level Of Service) approach to determine traffic performance with calculations based on the Indonesian Road Capacity Guidelines (PKJI 2023), the PLOS (Pedestrian Level Of Service) approach to assess the performance of pedestrian facilities and to determine the appropriate type of crossing based on the guidelines of the Directorate General of Binamarga 2023 carried out by surveying traffic volume and crossing volume. The results showed that the study location has a LOS C value for current conditions and LOS E in the next 5 to 10 years. As for the PLOS value at the study site, it gets a score of F in the part that does not have pedestrian space, and a score of A in the part that has a pedestrian path. This study provides recommendations that there is a need for road crossing facilities in the form of "pelican with protection" for current conditions and "Pedestrian Bridge" for the next 5 and 10 years
Assessing the impact of indoor air pollution on respiratory health: A survey of home residents in rural area
Authors: P. Rajkumar  , B. Vijay Bhaskar
Published: October 2024

Particularly in residential settings people spend more time inside a house. It is a serious environmental health hazard. The purpose of this research is to evaluate how house occupants' respiratory health is affected by indoor air pollution. The study focuses on typical indoor contaminants, nitrogen dioxide (NO₂), carbon monoxide (CO), particulate matter (PM), and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). The research uses a survey-oriented approach to gather information from inhabitants in various housing situations, such as urban, suburban, and rural regions. The survey addresses the prevalence of respiratory symptoms and conditions (such as allergies, asthma, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). The presence of indoor pollution sources (such as cooking stoves, tobacco smoke, and chemical cleaners), residents' awareness and attitudes towards air quality. The gathered information is examined to find any relationships between the reported respiratory health problems and the amounts of indoor pollution. The research results shown that, there is a direct correlation between indoor pollution levels and the frequency of respiratory complaints. The research emphasises the importance of using air purifiers, better ventilation, and public education on reducing indoor pollution sources. According to the findings, improving indoor air quality is crucial for home occupants' respiratory health and general well-being.
ETTG: Enhanced token and tag generation for authenticating users and deduplicating data stored in public cloud storage
Authors: Priya Nandhagopal  , Jayasimman Lawrence
Published: October 2024

As cloud storage services continue to grow in popularity, the need for secure and efficient data management has become paramount. Public cloud storage offers benefits such as cost efficiency, scalability, and accessibility, but it also presents significant challenges related to data security and storage optimization. To address these challenges, the paper proposes an Enhanced Token and Tag Generation (ETTG) technique designed to improve data deduplication in public cloud storage. ETTG utilizes advanced cryptographic methods to generate secure tokens and tags, ensuring robust, efficient deduplication processes. The comprehensive evaluation demonstrates that ETTG significantly reduces computation time compared to existing techniques, making it particularly suitable for data-intensive cloud environments. By minimizing redundant data and enhancing data security, ETTG not only optimizes storage utilization but also improves overall system performance. This paper details the design and implementation of ETTG, its evaluation against existing methods, and its potential impact on the efficiency and security of cloud storage services.
Adoption of artificial intelligence and the internet of things in dental biomedical waste management
Authors: Mahapatra Somalee , Manoranjan Dash  , Subhashis Mohanty
Published: October 2024

The production of waste is an ongoing activity that must be managed efficiently to protect both the environment and the health of the general population. Therefore, proper management of waste from dental care is essential in protecting the environment's health, and it should become an inherent part of dental services.  This study’s primary objective was to use artificial intelligence in dental biomedical waste management. The goal of this project was to develop an automated technique for categorizing dental trash to enhance the process of managing biological waste. In the proposed research, the Support Vector Machine classifier has been regarded as the most effective method of classification for a dataset of Euclidean size. The most effective classifier used in the model is a support vector machine (with an accuracy of 96.5%, 95.9% specificity, and 95.3% sensitivity) when classifying the different types of garbage. The categorization is accomplished through machine learning techniques, to accurately separate waste into recycling categories, precisely four categories for dental biomedical waste. Based on the findings of these trials, This method has the potential to be used for garbage sorting and classification on different scales, which might aid in the scientific disposal of biological waste.
MOHCOA: Multi-objective hermit crab optimization algorithm for feature selection in sentiment analysis of Covid-19 Twitter datasets
Authors: A. Sathya  , M. S. Mythili
Published: October 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a flood of data on Twitter, making it crucial to analyze public opinion. However, the large amount of data is challenging to manage. This paper presents the multi-objective hermit crab optimization algorithm (MOHCOA) to tackle this problem by improving the accuracy of sentiment analysis, selecting the best features, and reducing computing time. Inspired by how hermit crabs choose their shells, MOHCOA balances exploring new features and using known ones, which helps in better sentiment classification while cutting down on unnecessary data and processing time. Compared to other methods, MOHCOA is more efficient in selecting features and improving model accuracy. For the bag of words (BoW) set, MOHCOA narrowed features down to 2005, and for the BoW + COVID-19 keywords set, it chose 2278 features. When used with a random forest model, MOHCOA achieved a precision of 0.84, recall of 0.69, F1-score of 0.75, and accuracy of 0.83. This shows that MOHCOA is effective in managing large data sets, making it a useful tool for analyzing text and public sentiment during events like the COVID-19 pandemic.
Smart alerting services: Safeguarding women and children in the digital age
Authors: G Gayathri Devi  , R Radha
Published: October 2024

In the digital age, safeguarding women and children has become increasingly challenging due to the pervasive nature of cyber threats and the rapidly evolving environments in which they live. This paper investigates the role of smart alerting services in enhancing the protection of these vulnerable groups. It focuses on the functionality of existing safety apps, including features like real-time location tracking, emergency alert systems, and geofencing. By analyzing various case studies and technologies, it highlights how these services address safety concerns, their effectiveness, and the challenges faced in their deployment. The research provides insights into how smart alerting systems contribute to personal safety and the potential for future advancements in this field.
Empowering Indian consumers to embrace electric vehicles through the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology
Authors: Kumar Shiv , Chauhan Vinay
Published: October 2024

The Indian transport sector accounts for the highest share of greenhouse gas emissions. Traditional vehicles replacing with electric ones are India's only viable solution to reduce greenhouse gases. “Electric Vehicles (EVs)” might significantly lessen the negative effects of the transportation sector on the environment. In this research, we use a UTAUT model to assess consumer intent to embrace EVs as a means of transportation. “Data from 200 Indian respondents were collected using a purposive sampling strategy, and the results were analyzed using the Amos structural equation modelling technique”. According to the findings, there is a considerable impact of “Performance Expectancy,” “Effort Expectancy”, “Social Influence”, “Facilitating Conditions”, and “Price Value” on consumer adoption intentions for “electric vehicles”. The findings of this study will provide valuable insights for policymakers and manufacturers in developing effective marketing tactics that enhance “Customer Motivation, Awareness, and Value Generation” for “electric vehicles for sustainable development.
SIMPONIS: A Web-Based Student Violation Point Information System for Enhanced Efficiency and Transparency with an Early Warning Feature
Authors: Livamianti Rahma , Saputra Hadi Kurnia , Tasrif Elfi , Mursyida Lativa
Published: October 2024

The Web-Based Student Violation Point Information System (SIMPONIS) was developed to enhance the efficiency and transparency of recording and monitoring student violations at SMA Negeri 1 Ranah Pesisir. This system is designed to replace the previous manual method, which was prone to errors, data duplication, and delays in handling violations. Through SIMPONIS, guidance counselors can record and monitor student violation points in real-time and provide accurate reports to students and parents. The system integrates an Early Warning Feature that alerts users when a student’s violation points reach a critical threshold, allowing for corrective actions to be taken promptly. The system was tested using the black box method, ensuring that all functions operate as expected. The test results show that SIMPONIS provides an effective solution for managing student violation data, increases parent involvement in monitoring their children, and simplifies the administrative tasks of guidance counselors. Therefore, this system has the potential to be implemented more broadly in other educational institutions.
Hemodialysis Intervention to Improve Patient Quality of Life in Mr. A with Chronic Renal Failure
Authors: Risdiyanto Nugeraha , Wahyuni Uni , Wulandari Afni , Nur Azmi Nadila , Puspita Sari Melati
Published: October 2024

Patients with chronic renal failure require treatment that can replace kidney function in the human body. One such treatment is hemodialysis, which aims to filter fluids, electrolytes, and metabolic waste in order to improve the patient's quality of life. This study aims to describe the nursing care provided to patients with chronic renal failure undergoing hemodialysis, with a focus on improving their quality of life. This research used a qualitative case study approach, with instruments such as observation sheets, interviews, and document analysis. The research subject was a patient, Mr. A, who was diagnosed with chronic renal failure at Gunung Jati General Hospital, Cirebon City. The results showed that the management of nursing problems such as ineffective renal perfusion and hypervolemia was successfully carried out, as indicated by the absence of edema, a more stable increase in body weight, and a decrease in serum creatinine levels. Despite the improvement, the patient still requires hemodialysis to maintain kidney function. This study confirms the importance of continuous care through hemodialysis in improving the quality of life of patients with chronic renal failure. The findings also highlight the important role of nursing interventions in managing complications and improving patient health outcomes.