bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Development of a detector simulation and reconstruction for the CBM-TRD and the analysis of thermal dielectron pairs in 12 AGeV Au+Au collisions
Authors:   , Bechtel Etienne
Published: January 2023

The high interaction rates accessible with the CBM experiment will allow to measure some of the most challenging observables in heavy-ion collisions. Notably, the measurement of dileptons in the intermediate-mass range is nearly impossible for many experiments due to the extremely small cross-sections of the production channels. Especially in the energy range of the CBM experiment, there is no data available at all on this observable even though there are various indications from theory and measurements at higher collision energies that there could be significant discovery potential. The measurement of this observable could provide direct access to a potential phase transition from hadronic matter to the QGP phase, as well as e↵ects of chiral symmetry restoration...
Penerapan Gerak dan Lagu dalam Pengenalan Bahasa Inggris Untuk Anak Usia Dini di Taman Posyandu Nurul Barokah Krucil
Authors: Ningsih Eka Fandra Astutik , Wisudaningsih Endah Tri , Travelancya Terza
Published: January 2023

Anak usia dini adalah anak yang masih berada dalam masa keemasan atau golden age yaitu pada masa ini sangat penting/diperlukan untuk mengembangkan berbagai aspek-aspek perkembangan dalam diri anak, salah satunya yaitu perkembangan bahasa anak termasuk pengenalan bahasa Inggris pada anak usia dini. Bahasa Inggris merupakan bahasa internasional sehingga dengan mengenalkan bahasa Inggris sejak masa kanak-kanak, anak nanti dapat bersaing di dunia global ketika mereka dewasa. Salah satu metode dalam mengenalkan bahasa Inggris pada anak usia dini yaitu dengan metode gerakan dan lagu/nyanyian. Tujuan dalam penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui efektivitas penerapan gerak dan lagu dalam mengenalkan bahasa Inggris pada anak usia dini di Taman Posyandu Nurul Barokah Krucil. Dalam penelitian ini peneliti menggunakan penelitian deskriptif kualitatif, dalam hal ini melibatkan pendidik dan 20 siswa-siswi. Data dikumpulkan melalui observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Hasil dari penelitian yang dilakukan peneliti adalah metode bernyanyi dan gerak sangat berperan dalam merangsang keingintahuan anak dalam mengenal bahasa asing. Anak dengan mudah untuk mengingat kosa kata dalam bahasa Inggris melalui lagu yang mereka nyanyikan.
IMPLEMENTASI TEORI PSIKOLOGI (EKOLOGI) BRONFRENBENNER PADA PENDIDIKAN KELUARGA Q. S AT-TAHRIM (66): 6
Authors: Fadhilah Rizki , Musthofa Tulus
Published: January 2023

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana implementasi teori ekologi Bronfrenbenner pada pendidikan keluarga yang sesuai dalam Q.S at-Tahrim (66): 6. Metode yang digunakan adalah library research dengan pendekatan teori psikologi dari Bronfrenbenner, yaitu teori ekologi perkembangan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa teori ekologi pengembangan mengkaji pendidikan anak dengan beberapa pendekatan sub sistem, yaitu; 1) mikrosistem, mengkaji interaksi anak kepada anggota keluarga secara aktif. Keluarga mengajak serta memberikan contoh pendidikan sesuai ajaran agama yang benar, misalnya dalam hal beribadah. 2) ekosistem, mengkaji peran masif anak dalam kehidupan keluarga, misalnya yaitu hubungan internal suami istri yang berpengaruh pada pola interaksi terhadap anak. Sehingga dalam 2 sub sistem teori ekologi Bronfrenbenner, implementasi pada pendidikan keluarga agar terhindar dari api neraka dapat dilakukan dengan membentuk pola komunikasi dan edukasi yang berdasarkan pada ajaran dan syariat agama yang benar.
PERKEMBANGAN MORAL SANTRI DALAM PENDIDIKAN PESANTREN PERSPEKTIF JOHN DEWEY
Authors: Zhafira Annisa Ranah , Attaftazani Muhammad Ikhsan
Published: January 2023

Pesantren merupakan wadah bagi seorang anak untuk belajar tidak hanya ilmu agama tetapi juga sebagai pembentukan karakter. Tujuan penelitian mengenai perkembangan moral pesantren ini adalah untuk mengetahui bahwa anak yang baru memasuki dunia pesantren masih perlu beradaptasi dengan lingkungan dan moral seseorang belum langsung bertumbuh dengan baik. Dengan kata lain, yakni secara teoritis penelitian ini bertujuan untuk dapat menambah khazanah keilmuan perkembangan pendidikan moral di pesantren yang dilihat dari kacamata teori seorang tokoh filsafat. Sedangkan secara praktis, orang tua atau tenaga pendidik bisa mengetahui bahwa ada yang namanya tahap perkembangan moral. Oleh karena itu tenaga pendidik dan orang tua diharapkan lebih bersabar dalam menumbuhkan perkembangan moral anak. Adapun metode yang digunakan pada penelitian ini yaitu metode deskriptif analitis dengan pendekatan kualitatif. Data dikumpulkan dari berbagai sumber-sumber terdahulu. Adapun hasil dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa perkembangan moral pada seseorang ketika baru menempuh pendidikan di pesantren itu bertahap, karena mereka perlu beradaptasi pada lingkungan sekitarnya. Hal ini sejalan dengan teori perkembangan moral yang dikemukakan oleh John Dewey, yakni pra-moral, konvensional dan otonom.
Oil and gas complexes as a material expression of geofluid dynamic systems
Authors: Rapatskaya L. A.
Published: January 2023

The purpose of the present research is to analyze the geofluid dynamic concept of oil and gas formation. The research uses the author's data on the structure, composition and thickness of multi-aged oil and gas complexes of the Siberian platform (Russia). The oil and gas complexes identified as a result of the integrated geological, geochemical and geophysical studies carried out under oil and gas geological zoning and operational work are presented as a material expression of geofluid dynamic systems. Any geofluid dynamic system includes hydrocarbon generation centers, oil and gas migration routes, types of reservoirs and traps, lithological composition of reservoir rocks and reservoir cap rocks Also it is controlled by a favorable combination of their appearance in geological time and space. An ordinary fluid dynamic system is presented by hydrocarbon solutions generated by oil and gas generation centers, which are examples of a trivial defluidization of oil and gas source rocks of a sedimentary basin. This study allowed to be the first who has identified the elements of multi-age geofluid dynamic systems, presented their material expression in the form of multi-age oil and gas bearing complexes as well as analyzed the composition of hydrocarbons on the example of individual deposits of variousoil and gas-bearing areas. Besides, possible generation centers of hydrocarbon fluids and ways of their migration were investigated. Oil fields of different ages of the oil and gas bearing provinces of the Siberian Platform feature different composition and density, whereas according to numerous available data, they belong to a single genetic type, which is characterized by the predominance of methane hydrocarbons.
Overview of coal sludge gravity concentration technologies
Authors: Prokopiev S. A.
Published: January 2023

The purpose of the study is to collect data and analyze modern development trends of gravity concentration technologies and equipment for coal sludge enrichment. Conducted generalization and analysis of scientific and technical information allowed to state that some attempts have been made recently to enrich coal slimes using mainly gravity concentration methods. Each of these methods involves a number of processes based on general physical and physicochemical properties serving the criteria for material separation as well as on the differently applied additional separating forces and machinery and apparatus designs. The latter include heavy-media cyclones, spiral separators, hydrosizers, concentration tables and wash boxes. The author considers the operation principle of the listed gravity equipment, demonstrates the advantages and disadvantages of each of the apparatuses. The data given indicate that, modern gravity equipment used for coal sludge enrichment features satisfactory indicators of the average probable deviation. To identify the rational topology of concentration diagrams for a particular object, the most optimal type of gravity concentration equipment or its combination is selected depending on the characteristics of the material composition. The analysis of data has shown that the most promising, highly efficient, effective, environmentally friendly and resource-saving gravity concentration method is spiral separation.
Application of spiral separation technology in coal sludge processing
Authors: Soloveenko N. P. , Bolotin N. M.
Published: January 2023

The purpose of the study is to analyze the current state of the problem concerning the concentration technology of wash house coal sludge, comparison of the results of sludge dump coal processing on various types of processing equipment as well as formulation of recommendations for spiral separation method application for coal sludge enrichment. The main research methods include generalization and analysis of scientific and technical information, study of the results of technological tests on spiral separation. The problem of sludge concentration is relevant due to the increase in the content of fine classes in mined coal and, consequently, in coal sludge. In real practice most of the sludge is fuel for energy. Having analyzed the experimental part of the research, the authors established the efficiency of coal and rock fraction separation using the technology of coal sludge spiral separation. The need for preliminary classification of the source material before spiral separation is determined. It is found out that spiral sludge separators have a number of technological advantages as compared to spiral mineral separators, due to a wider range of enriched material fineness. The analysis of the performed tests made it possible to establish the application prospects of the spiral separation technology in coal sludge processing. The recommendations are given on the use of spiral separators manufactured by the Research and Production Company Spirit, LLC for the enrichment of sludge products including tailings, dump sludge of the work site of the Wash House of the Branch Open Pit Cheremkhovugol of Vostsibugol Company, LLC.
Formation of digital counterparts of automatic control objects using neural networks in cold fish drying processes
Authors: Votinov M. V. , Ershov M. A.
Published: January 2023

The paper considers the application of neural networks in the construction of a digital twin of a technological process. The purpose of the presented research is to process the data accumulated by the automatic control system of a small-sized drying plant about the technological processes occurring on it during the last time, to train a neural network on their basis and to form a digital (neural network) model of temperature change in a thermal chamber. Elements of machine learning are used involving a multilayer neural network of direct propagation. The method of error back propagation is used in the work where the error value of the output neuron is projected onto all the weights of all the neurons of the network, starting from the output and ending with the weights of the neurons of the input layer. During the training, the network received information about the power of the plant's actuators and the temperature in the thermal chamber changing over time. Upon completion of the training, the state of the neural network was formed, which is a digital model of temperature changes in the thermal chamber of a small-sized drying plant. The model obtained with the help of a neural network (digital twin) has shown a correlation with experimental data with an average absolute percentage error not exceeding 3 %. Thus, the behavior of the neural network model is adequate to the real object. Further research in the field of the formation of a digital twin of a technological object (taking into account additional parameters in the model, formation of a neuroregulator based on the model) is necessary and planned by the authors.
Calculation of specific electrical loads of residential buildings based on actual measurements
Authors: Akhmetshin A. R. , Soluyanov Yu. I. , Fedotov A. I. , Chernova N. V. , Soluyanov V. I.
Published: January 2023

Updating the development of specific electrical loads of residential buildings of clusters 1 (up to 5 floors) and 2 (6-11 floors) based on actual measurements (with amendments to the Code of Rules 256.1325800.2016 "Electrical installations of residential and public buildings. Design and installation rules") contributes reducing the cost of technological connection in residential construction, as well as reducing the actual unused "locked power" at the same time as reducing electricity losses in power transformers. In the course of the study, an analysis has been made of the actual electrical loads of residential buildings in Moscow for the periods from November 1 to November 30, 2021 and from December 25, 2021 to January 31, 2022. The number of the studied sample for cluster 1 is 91 houses, for cluster 2 - 58 houses. When determining the maximum specific power of a sample set of multi-apartment residential buildings in Moscow in clusters 1 and 2, an average value and a confidence interval have been established, which "covers" the average of the general population with a probability of 95 %; a comparative analysis of the actual specific electrical loads of a residential building with the loads given in the Code of Rules has been carried out. Based on the results of statistical processing of a sample of multi-apartment buildings in clusters 1 and 2, the dependence of the maximum specific power on the number of apartments in a residential building has been determined with a trend line that clearly illustrates the trend in the studied dependence.
Features of ensuring high-quality work of modern electrical power systems of unmanned vessels
Authors: Savenko A. E. , Savenko P. S.
Published: January 2023

Unmanned seagoing vessels are increasingly being used. In the paper the dump scow Rabochaya is considered as an example of an unmanned vessel. An extended marine control system, a video surveillance subsystem, a surveillance and search engine are additionally installed on the scow to carry out industrial tasks in unmanned mode. The correct operation of these systems and the whole vessel depends on the high-quality operation of the ship's electrical power system. The aim of the study is to identify abnormal modes of parallel operation of marine diesel generator sets and to develop methods and means for their elimination. The results of the experimental research and mathematical modeling have revealed the existence of power exchange oscillations when the ship generators operating in parallel. Power exchange oscillations can be detected with the help of generator current oscillations. It has been proposed to introduce a unit for eliminating power exchange oscillations (EPEO) into the automatic control system of ship electrical power systems for eliminating such oscillations. An algorithm for the operation of the EPEO unit has been developed, it controls the settings of the rotational speed regulators of diesel-generator sets. The proposed methods and tools reduce the amplitude of power exchange oscillations to an acceptable value, and therefore contribute to the high-quality operation of the ship's electrical power system and control systems in unmanned mode. The results obtained make it possible to ensure reliable and trouble-free operation of any autonomous electrical power system during the operation mode without maintenance personnel.
Impact of business enablers on banking performance: A moderating role of Fintech
Authors: Abdalmajeed Alsmadi Ayman , Alrawashdeh Najed , Al-Gasaymeh Anwar , Al-Malahmeh Heba , Moh’d Al_hazimeh Amer
Published: January 2023

The main purpose of this paper is to examine the impact of business enablers and financial technology (Fintech) on the banking industry in order to determine whether it is an opportunity or a disruption. The applied research design is quantitative, and the hypotheses and the model were tested. To achieve the objectives, the study used a questionnaire to collect data. 150 managers in Saudi Arabia banks were surveyed. The participants provided 130 substantial and valid responses, and the PLS-SEM technique was used. Based on the analysis, it was concluded that the presence of business enablers facilitated Fintech progress, which led to the increase in bank performance, from the economic, social and environmental point of view. In addition, Fintech also plays a mediating role, by increasing the positive impact of business enablers. Therefore, Fintech provides several opportunities, not a disruptive technology, for the banking industry. The research paper explains the importance of Fintech progress in Saudi Arabian banking. Many have viewed Fintech as a disruptive technology, but this study found that it presents various opportunities for the Saudi Arabian banking industry.
Dispersive Liquid Phase Microextraction (DLPME) as a Strategy for CdII Separation and Determination in High-Salinity Produced Waters by Graphite Furnace Atomic Absorption Spectrometry
Authors: Robaina Nicolle , Cruz Graziela , Cassella Ricardo
Published: January 2023

In this study, we propose a microextraction method for the determination of CdII in produced waters. The process is based on the conversion of CdII ions into a hydrophobic diethyldithiocarbamate (DDTC) complex with its subsequent dispersive liquid phase microextraction (DLPME) from the aqueous medium with chloroform. The organic phase was then diluted with ethanol and Cd absorbance was measured by graphite furnace atomic absorption spectrometry (GF AAS). The experimental conditions related to the DLPME process were investigated, and the best microextraction conditions were achieved at pH = 6.0 (acetate buffer), 7.5 × 10-6 mol L-1 of DDTC, and when using 200 µL of chloroform as the extracting solvent. No dispersing solvent was needed, which allowed the recovery of approximately 140 µL of chloroform extract. Pyrolysis and atomization temperatures of the GF AAS program were determined through the construction of the respective curves. The estimated limits of detection (LOD) and quantification (LOQ) were 5 and 17 ng L-1, respectively, whereas the enrichment factor for the method was 17. Six samples of seawater and five samples of produced waters with salinities between 30 and 270‰ were analyzed as well as two certified reference materials of saline waters.
Photochemical Pre-Treatment to Quantify Iron in Thin Films
Authors: Germscheidt Rafael , Morais Cleiber , Francischini Danielle , Arruda Marco Aurélio , Bonacin Juliano
Published: January 2023

Metal-based catalysts are indispensable in modern chemistry and one of the biggest challenges for industrial applications is to quantify their performance and stability. The metrics of performance can be obtained in terms of the turnover number and turnover frequency, and the stability might be associated with the leaching of the heterogeneous catalysts. Thus, metal quantification is the starting point to understand and evaluate the features of catalysts. Among the technologies for metal determination, spectrophotometric analysis stands out for being cheap and easy to perform. However, the challenge is the sample preparation to direct quantification from the heterogeneous materials. Herein, it is shown how important is the photochemical pre-treatment for the quantification of the total iron from heterogeneous thin films composed of iron-based materials. The photochemical approach was used to ensure a full dissociation of iron ions before the quantification. This method was revealed to be highly effective and precise, having a wide range of applications for different iron-based catalysts.
Study of Manganese Laurate as Adsorbing Matrix for Undecan-2-one: Factors Affecting Adsorption for Application in Controlled-Release of Pheromones
Authors: de Carvalho Anderson , Fonseca Mirelly , Vidal Diogo , Cursino Ana , Firak Daniele , Lisboa Fábio
Published: January 2023

One of the greatest challenges faced by agriculture is the use of agrochemicals and the balance between food production and environmental problems associated with the excessive use of these substances. To overcome this issue, pheromones have been used to trap pests that harm crops. This work reports the use of a layered monocarboxylate, manganese laurate (MnL2), as adsorbing matrix for undecan-2-one (methyl nonyl ketone (MNK)), one of the components of the pheromone of the insect Lobiopa insularis, which is a pest in the strawberry cultivar. The manganese laurate was synthesized by a coprecipitation method and was later characterized using X-ray diffractometry, vibrational spectroscopy, thermogravimetric analysis, and differential scanning calorimetry. The characterization techniques showed that MNK was adsorbed in the manganese laurate structure in a range of 0.08 to 1.13 mg g-1, and this interaction was investigated in a factorial design experiment, in which the variables temperature, time of contact, and matrix:MNK ratio were investigated. A negative effect of increasing temperatures was observed and attributed to substrate volatilization. The adsorption was favored in increasing molar ratios and times of contact, and ideal conditions for the adsorption could be found, indicating that manganese laurate could be applied in controlledrelease tests.
Çoklu Projeksiyon Yöntemleri ile Kahramanmaraş’ın Gelecek Nüfusunun Belirlenmesi
Authors: CEYHAN Zehra Nur , DİŞ Muhammet Ömer
Published: January 2023

Nüfus artış hızı; kültürel, bilimsel ve teknolojik gelişmelere eş güdümlü olarak değişmektedir. Hızlı nüfus artışı ve göç, kontrolsüz kentleşmeye ve klimatolojik değişikliklere neden olabilmektedir. 1960’tan günümüze kentleşme hızının artmasıyla birlikte Kahramanmaraş’da 50’den fazla taşkın meydana gelmiş, yerleşim yerleri ve tarım arazileri zarar görmüştür. Bu nedenle, geleceğe yönelik kalkınma planları yapılırken nüfusun doğru tahmin edilmesi, planlamanın uygulanabilmesi ve verimliliği açısından önemlidir. Nüfus, çeşitli parametrelere dayanan nüfus projeksiyonlarıyla hesaplanmaktadır. Bu çalışmada, bölgenin 2070 yılına kadarki nüfusu 10 yıllık aralıklarla matematiksel yöntemler kullanılarak tahmin edilmiştir. Yöntemlerin tahmin performansı çeşitli indisler yardımıyla belirlenmiş olup matematiksel metotların genel olarak başarılı olduğu gözlemlenmiştir. Merkez ve merkeze yakın ilçelerde gelecek nüfusların artacağı yönde bir trendin olduğu ve tahminlerin sayımlara yakınsadığı ancak merkezden uzaklaştıkça bu oranın düştüğü belirlenmiştir.
Trends and Prospects for the Development of the Strategic Approach to Law-Making in the Russian Federation
Authors: Kiskin E. V.
Published: January 2023

The complexity of social interactions in the modern world and the growing speed of changes taking place in society require an improvement in the quality of legal regulation. The solution of this problem can be facilitated by the further development of a strategic approach to lawmaking, as opposed to the currently prevailing situational approach (ad hoc). The article discusses some trends, as well as prospects for implementing a strategic approach to lawmaking in Russia based on the author’s concept of lawmaking strategy. The author stands on the communicative understanding of law and lawmaking, defining strategy as a model of interaction between participants in lawmaking activities for a long period, aimed at the formation of effective and legitimate regulation. An attempt is made to classify the law-making strategies implemented in Russia. All theoretical conclusions are confirmed by numerous examples from domestic law-making practice. The author also formulate proposals aimed at further improving the strategic approach to lawmaking in Russia.
Parathyroid Hormone and Parathyroid Hormone-Related Protein: Model Systems for the Development of an Osteoporosis Therapy
Authors: Mierke Dale F. , Pellegrini Maria
Published: January 2023

The parathyroid hormone (PTH) plays a vital role in the homeostasis of calcium within the blood stream. Given its unique ability to increase bone density, an understanding of the molecular mechanism by which the hormone is recognized and binds to its receptor should provide targets for the development of PTH­ based, anabolic agents for the treatment of osteoporosis. Parathyroid hormone related protein (PTHrP), a genetically and structurally distinct hormone which displays similar binding and activation profiles as PTH, has greatly facilitated the effort to establish a structure-biological function relationship by allowing for direct comparisons. In an analogous manner, the presence of two receptors, PTH/PTHrP (PTHl) and PTH2, which differ in their ligand selectivity (PTH2 is activated by PTH, not PTHrP) has provided a unique vehicle for probing the structural motifs of the receptor required for ligand recognition and binding. Recent photo-affinity cross-linking studies of PTH and PTHrP binding to PTHI have produced direct points of contact between the ligand and receptor. Here, we review each of the components involved in this important hormone system, with particular emphasis on the structural features of each: the ligands (PTH and PTHrP), the receptors (PTHl and PTH2), and the interaction between ligand and receptor. Although the current understanding of the molecular mechanism of ligand binding and receptor activation does not allow for the rational design of drug candidates, and indeed contains much conjecture, significant strides have been made towards this end.
Interleukin-8: An Autocrine Inflammatory Mediator
Authors: Siddiqui Rafat A. , Atta-ur-Rahman  , Harvey Kevin
Published: January 2023

Tnterleukin-8 (TL-8), a pro-inflammatory chemokine, induces trafficking of neutrophils across the vascular wall. The release of IL-8 is triggered by inflammatory signals from a large variety of cells. The diversity in the cellular source indicates pleiotropy of its functions. TL-8 plays a key role in host defense mechanism through its effects on neutrophil activation, but a continued presence of IL-8 in circulation in response to inflammatory conditions may lead to a variable degree of tissue damage. Like most of the peptide hormones or mediators, TL-8 transmits its signals through distinct cell surface receptors. The membrane spanning heptahelical TL-8 receptor is coupled with the effector enzyme(s) through the intermediacy of heterotrimeric OTP-binding regulatory proteins. A growing number of studies demonstrated regulation of IL-8 activity by pertussis toxin treatment, implying a role of pertussis toxin sensitive G proteins (Gi), in TL-8 induced effects. TL-8 induced activation of G-protein results in activation of phospholipase C 2 (PLC 2). This enzyme catalyzes the hydrolysis of membrane phosphoinositides to yield diacylglycerol (DAG) and inositol
1,4,5 trisphosphate (IP3), which in turn activates protein kinase C (PKC) and mobilizes the intracellular Ca2+,
respectively. Neutrophils activation of phospholipase D (PLD) and superoxide generation in response to IL-8 have also been demonstrated. Furthermore, TL-8-mediated activation of mitogen activating protein kinase (MAPK) and tyrosine phosphorylation of cellular proteins have been observed. It appears that the signalling pathways induced by TL-8 are subject to fine modulations by the demand and presence of IL-8. The presence of IL-8 in various pathophysiological condition implies that blockade of its actions could be exploited for therapeutic purposes.
IoT-Enabled Solutions for Environmental Monitoring in Hospitals
Authors: Rajagopal Sivakumar , Lyngdoh Dalamchwami Chen , Anathapadmanabhan U K , Soangra Rahul , Vasan Nirmala
Published: January 2023

Purpose

In a hospital, to provide quality healthcare to a patient, it should be imperative in maintaining an optimal environment. Another important factor is also monitoring the temperature of cold storage equipment such as refrigerators and freezers, as these are crucial in maintaining a constant temperature for medicines, vaccines, blood banks, tissue samples, surgical equipment, etc and if any of these are affected by the change in temperature, it would also lead to a negative impact on the patient’s healthcare. For this purpose, we are going to monitor the environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity of key areas in the hospital as well as cold storage equipment and analyse the number of times an alarm has been raised if the room temperature, as well as cold storage equipment, has not been maintained within a specific range.

Methods

The methodology involves the installation of the devices in key areas within the healthcare facility for environmental monitoring. The gateway is used to communicate real-time data to an IoT Platform called Ubidots. API keys are used for integrating another platform called Zoho Creator into an IoT platform, which also allows for viewing the real-time environmental data in KPIs and dashboards via Analytics.

Results and Discussion

The data collected was displayed in reports and analysed with the help of pictorial representations such as graphs and dashboards. Zoho Analytics, another platform under Zoho, allows us to visualize the data and understand the environmental effects of temperature & humidity.

Conclusion

From this paper, we can see that as the temperature and humidity have been detected to be out of range for a certain time interval, alarms are activated and a telegram message is delivered to the individual in charge of maintaining the appropriate temperature, to address the critical issue as soon as possible. Hence this highlights the importance of environmental monitoring, even more so strengthening the purpose that incorporating IoT technologies in healthcare systems will not only benefit but also revolutionise the methods of addressing other issues related to healthcare in real-time.
Personalized Medical Photoprotection: Determining Optimal Measures for Susceptible Patient Groups
Authors: González Salvador , De Gálvez María Victoria , De Troya Magdalena , Rodríguez-Luna Azahara , Calzavara-Pinton Piergiacomo
Published: January 2023

Background:

Increasing knowledge regarding the deleterious effects of sun exposure and the mechanisms of photodamage has enabled the development of tailored photoprotection strategies based on skin type and the existence of underlying conditions. Dermatologists play an essential role as they identify the specific skin photoprotection needs of their patients. This translates into specific recommendations of suitable protection measures, both in terms of the length and time of the day these patients can be exposed to the sun and the use of sun protection products.

Purpose:

Our purpose was to overview optimal photoprotection strategies for patients with dermatological pathologies or alterations. Methods: Increasing evidence supports the use of sunscreens containing not only organic and inorganic filters but also non-filtering biological ingredients that can enhance sunscreen protection efficacy. Examples of these biologicals are DNA repair enzymes, antioxidants including vitamins and other biological agents, including those of botanical origin.

Results:

Oral photoprotection is also an area of increasing interest that contributes to an integral protection against sun-related alterations.

Conclusion:

This article provides the skin care specialist with a simple, easy-to-use guide to identify appropriate measures for patients presenting pathologies or conditions requiring specific sun protection needs, including (but not limited to) photodermatoses (polymorphic light eruption, porphyrias); inflammatory dermatoses (atopic dermatitis, rosacea, psoriasis); pigmentation disorders (hyperpigmentation, vitiligo), photoaging, skin pre-cancerous lesions and cancers, and photosensitive or sensitized skin (patients undergoing specific drugs treatments or skin-related procedures), ensuring the choice of personalized protection for susceptible groups within the general population.
Factors Affecting Public Transportation Ridership in a High-Income Developing Country
Authors: Shaaban Khaled , Siam Abdalla Abdelrahman
Published: January 2023

Background:

In rich developing countries, the increased rate of car use has major implications in terms of pollution, noise, and congestion problems. One of the main solutions to these problems is to find ways to promote the use of other transportation modes. The first step in this process is identifying the factors affecting the use of these modes.

Aim:

In Qatar, a major bus service was introduced to address the fast-growing transportation demands in urban areas. This study was initiated to explore the factors influencing public bus ridership in Qatar. The goal is to understand the influence of various attributes at the stop level of the existing public buses.

Methods:

Multiple linear regression models were developed to identify the parameters that significantly influence stop level boarding and alighting.

Results:

The results indicate that land use and population parameters were significantly affecting the existing bus ridership in Qatar. The population parameters include the number of persons available in the catchment area for residing, working, visiting restaurants, and shopping purposes. Land use parameters include the number of shopping places, number of restaurants, and number of mosques.

Conclusion:

This information can help policymakers and public authorities to develop policies and plans to increase bus usage in Qatar.
Lipases and their Applications in Biomedical Field
Authors: Sood Apoorva , Kaur Manpreet , Gupta Reena
Published: January 2023

Lipases are carboxylic ester hydrolase enzymes, constituting the class of serine hydrolases,
requiring no cofactor for their action. They have various substrates and produce glycerol and
free fatty acids through the hydrolysis of fats and oils. Owing to their wide applications and the
simplicity with which they can be mass-produced, these are a significant group of biotechnologically
important enzymes. In addition, lipases have the special characteristic of operating at a lipid/
water interface. Present review focuses on the medical and therapeutic use of lipases. These enzymes
and their inhibitors have applications with remarkable success for managing or even treating
diseases such as cancer, obesity, atherosclerosis, and Alzheimer’s. Lipases have also been used to
produce healthier fatty acids and low-fat cheese. The characteristic physicochemical and catalytic
properties of enzymes make them ideal for biosensors and digestive aids in individuals with exocrine
pancreatic inefficiency. Newer avenues open as deeper and more relevant studies are being
conducted on newer lipases.
Capitales en trance: la deuda privada interna en Brasil a mediados del siglo XIX
Authors: Valencia Villa Carlos Eduardo , Pereira Walter Luiz
Published: January 2023

El primer objetivo del texto es explicar el debate historiográfico sobre la transferencia de capital en la economía brasileña posterior a 1850. Un abundante grupo de autores defiende que esta partió del comercio atlántico de esclavos y tuvo como destino inversiones modernas; para ellos, esta transferencia fue consecuencia del fin del comercio internacional de cautivos. Frente a ese grupo de historiadores se encuentra otro conjunto, mucho menor, que refuta esa transferencia. Este segundo grupo tiene razón, pues no existen evidencias que sustenten que ocurrió la transferencia de capital. El segundo objetivo es mostrar que el dinamismo de la economía brasileña después de 1850 y hasta 1864 estaba vinculado al desempeño del financiamiento interno de la economía. Para demostrarlo, se calcula el monto mínimo del flujo de crédito privado interno y se infiere su crecimiento. Además, las características de ese crédito ayudan a explicar la crisis de 1864.
La construcción del régimen de deuda externa en Costa Rica (1871-1911)
Authors: Rodríguez Álvarez Cristofer
Published: January 2023

Este artículo analiza la deuda externa de Costa Rica entre 1871 y 1911. Inicialmente, se presentan tres corrientes teóricas en el estudio de la deuda y el enfoque adoptado, junto con la metodología utilizada. Posteriormente, se ahonda en el origen de la deuda y en las respuestas a la primera crisis. Se argumenta que la constitución temprana de un repertorio de respuestas ante las crisis de deuda permitió construir un régimen de deuda que privilegió las negociaciones desiguales antes que la intervención financiera directa, clave para comprender las respuestas del Estado costarricense ante las propuestas del capital financiero estadounidense para el arreglo de la deuda.
Gesture use in children with autism spectrum disorder: a scoping review
Authors: Stewart Jessica R. , Vigil Debra C. , Olszewski Abbie , Thornock Coryann
Published: January 2023

Purpose: This study reviewed the literature examining type and frequency of gesture use in children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in comparison to other populations. The findings can inform future studies and programs targeting the use of gestures as an early indicator of ASD.Methods: A six step search procedure was utilized to identify all articles exploring gesture use in children with ASD in comparison to other populations. Articles meeting inclusion criteria were double coded by the investigators with 97% agreement. Results examining type and frequency of gesture were synthesized and three common themes were identified: comparison group(s), age of participants with ASD, and gesture terminology.Results: A total of 32 studies met inclusion criteria for this study. Of these studies, nine exclusively measured type of gesture, 17 exclusively measured frequency, and 6 measured both type and frequency. Results indicate that children with ASD used different types and frequency of gesture in comparison to other populations. The most studied age range was 4-5 years and most studies used typically developing children as the comparison group. Gesture terminology and definition were extremely variable.Conclusions: Children with ASD are using different types and frequencies of gesture when compared to other populations. More research including younger and more diverse populations is needed to translate these findings into clinical practice. Additionally, there is a need for more consistent use of gesture terminology and definition.
A study about recognition of middle school and high school students on teacher’s communication skills
Authors: Chang Hyun-Jin , Shin Myung Sun , Kim Hyo Jung
Published: January 2023

Purpose: The process of education through the relationship between students is carried out through communication. This study is meaningful in that it provides information for improving the communication skills of teachers from the viewpoint of students and finds implications for improving communication skills.Methods: The subjects of this study were 70 students enrolled in middle school and high school. A questionnaire was used that consisted of the communication skills emphasized in the specialized area of speech therapy and in the general communication process area.Results: First, among the total factors, the most significant item was role playing ability (having good communication skills). Meanwhile, in the perception of teachers with poor communication skills, the lowest item that was most significant was the ability of others to understand. Second, for each sub-domain, the question that had the best perception of the teacher was “communicate smoothly with any student,” which was question 3 of role performance. For each sub-area, the question with the least recognition of the teacher was “Ask the students how they felt about what the teacher said,” which was question 3 of understanding others. Third, in the ranking of middle and high school students on the importance of the communication ability elements of teachers, most influence was from listening ability, language ability, fluency ability, and articulation ability.Conclusions: There is a need for professional and intensive education or a support program that can satisfy the needs of teachers for communication elements.
Parents’ and teachers’ perceptions of speech language rehabilitation and demands for the use of treatment-related apps
Authors: Sun Jang Hyo , Lee Eun Kyoung
Published: January 2023

Purpose: This study examined the need for speech language rehabilitation awareness and the use of therapeutic-related apps among parents and teachers living on a remote island.Methods: A questionnaire survey was conducted among 121 parents and 100 teachers living on a remote island.Results: This study aimed to examine the needs of remote island parents and teachers for speech language rehabilitation awareness and the use of therapeutic apps. As a result of examining the level of awareness on the need for speech language rehabilitation,59.5% that they needed treatment. In the case of teachers,78% chose “Yes,”.Conclusions: As a result of investigating the speech language rehabilitation awareness and usage status of parents and teachers, 57.9% “required” the treatment. Teachers were “well aware” of the need for speech language rehabilitation.” As for the route of knowing speech language rehabilitation, “education and training” was the highest with 52 (52%). Delayed overall receptive and expressive speech language received the highest score (71 people) in terms of speech language rehabilitation reasons, while the biggest problem was considered unclear pronunciation based on 73 people. The possibility of collaboration with a therapist was deemed “necessary” based on a majority of 93 people said that they wanted to help. Secondly, as a result of investigating whether or not parents and teachers could use apps related to treatment and the actual situation, 12 parents (9.9%) had an experience using speech language rehabilitation-related apps. Thirdly, after examining the needs and differences between the parents’ and teachers’ therapeutic apps, monitoring (61.2%), word sentences (56.2%), video (52.1%), respiration (49.1%), animation (47.9%), and lecture (43.8%) were selected in order. Teacher therapy app requirements appeared in descending order of monitoring (59%), word sentences (53%), video content (46%), and quantitative information provision (44%). Parents and teachers expressed that word sentences, surveillance, and video content were essential.
Speech handicap and vocal tract discomfort with different types of face masks in the COVID-19 era
Authors: Choi Seong Hee , Lee Eun Kyoung
Published: January 2023

Purpose: Compulsory use of masks is recommended to prevent droplet infection during the COVID-19 pandemic. This can alter optimal communication in daily life. This study compared the self-perceived speech handicap and vocal tract discomfort when wearing and not wearing a face mask and different types of face masks in a healthy population.Methods: This is a cross-sectional study conducted via an online questionnaire. Speech Handicap Index (SHI) and Vocal Tract Discomfort Scale (VTDS) scores were collected via Google forms (Google, Mountain View, California) from 128 healthy Korean populations with and without face masks and different types of face masks.Results: While speaking with a face mask, subjects were identified with a significant lack of air, unclear articulation, and reduced speech intelligibility in a noisy situation. Although total SHI and VTDS scores exhibited slightly higher with a face mask, no significant differences were found between with and without mask conditions. For mask type, individuals who frequently wore KF94 masks subjectively perceived significantly higher speech handicap and vocal tract discomfort than surgical or fabric masks.Conclusions: In the current study, wearing a face mask did not have a significant impact on speech handicap and vocal tract discomfort in a healthy adult population during the COVID-19 pandemic period, implying people already adapted to wearing a face mask. In terms of speech problems and frequency, the severity of sensation or symptoms of vocal discomfort significantly differed depending on which face mask type they used. Future research should address self-evaluation of their feeling or experience due to face mask use, considering the elderly and patients with communication disorders who suffer more with communication in daily life.
An Interview with Dr. Yuri Shavrukov
Authors: Editorial Office OBM Genetics
Published: January 2023

An Interview with Dr. Yuri Shavrukov
Canciones famosas latinoamericanas y su discurso sobre la migración de tránsito: de la indocumentación a la vulnerabilidad y la violencia
Authors: Torres Osuna Cristian Daniel
Published: January 2023

El fenómeno de la migración de tránsito ha sido estudiado en numerosas ocasiones desde diversas perspectivas de análisis social, destacando sus particularidades, causas, riesgos y posibles escenarios de futuro. La información desprendida de entrevistas, encuestas y otras técnicas de recolección de datos han arrojado, sin duda, un banco de datos fundamental para las ciencias sociales. No obstante, en el presente esfuerzo académico nuestro objetivo es examinar la relación de ese fenómeno migratorio con los discursos que se desprenden de los productos musicales, en su función de emisores de una serie de contenidos simbólicos que abordan y distribuyen visiones sobre diversas temáticas nacionales e internacionales.

En ese contexto, en las siguientes líneas desarrollaremos un análisis crítico del discurso de las cinco canciones latinoamericanas más famosas (Mojado, Pa’l Norte, Clandestino, El inmigrante y José Pérez León) que cuentan con varios millones de reproducciones en distintas plataformas musicales, y que tienen como temática central la migración de tránsito. Se hace énfasis en sus particularidades y su relación con los enfoques teóricos sobre el tránsito migratorio, desvelando escenarios en los que los migrantes se desenvuelven en la vulnerabilidad, la depresión, la religión, la incertidumbre laboral, los peligros del trayecto, el control migratorio, la deportación, por mencionar algunos.
Emociones, reacciones y aprendizajes identificados por jóvenes participantes en un juego serio sobre educación ambiental
Authors: Maldonado González Ana Lucía , Acuña Bustamante Blanca Lilia , Pérez Arriaga Juan Carlos , Acosta Flores Erick
Published: January 2023

Se presentan resultados de una investigación interdisciplinaria que analiza emociones, reacciones y aprendizajes identificados a partir de una experiencia con el juego serio en educación ambiental, denominado Save the Earth. Los participantes son estudiantes de la Universidad Veracruzana, de las facultades de Estadística e Informática (FEI), Artes Plásticas (FAP), Pedagogía (FP) y maestría en gestión del aprendizaje (MGA). Se trata de algunas de las profesiones involucradas en innovaciones educativas con tecnologías de la información y la comunicación (TIC), como los juegos serios o videojuegos educativos. Es posible que desde sus profesiones se involucren en la concepción, diseño, desarrollo, aplicación, incluso en la selección del juego serio más indicado para alguna práctica educativa. La investigación se desarrolló en varias etapas, bajo un enfoque interpretativo, constructivista. Privilegiamos aquí resultados derivados de la experiencia del juego y explorados mediante grupos focales y cuestionario. Los participantes identifican posibilidades de aprendizajes ambientales a partir del juego serio, así como el desarrollo de habilidades en la toma de decisiones estratégicas. También manifiestan sentimientos de preocupación y frustración por el grave daño ambiental actual, derivado de la actividad humana, reconocen la urgencia de actuar colaborativamente como humanidad para enfrentar y superar la real crisis ambiental y climática.