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Rethinking administrative documents’ validity to cutoff greenhouse gas emissions by million tons
Authors: Moustafa Khaled
Published: January 2024

Climate change is a multi-hazard challenge for life on earth in all its aspects. Wildfires, pollution, drought and heatwaves are just a few examples of exacerbated environmental crises propelled by climate change effects. To mitigate such effects, urgent actions are required to cutoff greenhouse gas emissions by all the means across all the sectors. Every additional kilogram of greenhouse gases produced unnecessarily should be avoided. One source of greenhouse gas emissions that may not be top of mind for the public and policymakers - and which can be taken into account in preventive environmental policies- is the industry of administrative and identification documents (papers) with short validity dates that involves intensive production (mass printing) and frequent renewals (mass reprinting) while the carbon footprint is too high. The validity of, for example, identity cards, passports, banking cards, driving licenses, etc., is often short ranging from ~ 3 to 10 years, depending on each type of document and issuing country. Short validity dates, however, should raise critical questions regarding the environmental sustainability, societal and carbon impact, and depletion of natural resources used in their production and frequent renewals. Identification documents are not food products that spoil over time or medications that lose their functional activities, so their validity should be unlimited by time in order to avoid the high environmental costs of mass printing/reprinting and high rates of greenhouse gas emissions associated with their production. The production of plasticized ID-type cards can emit up to 100 grams of carbon dioxide equivalent per card. Manufacturing one administrative document per person and renewing it five times could produce up to 4 million tons of carbon dioxide globally. If individuals have five administrative documents that need renewing five times, which is often the case, gas emissions would be five times higher, or approximately 20 million tons of CO2 equivalent. To save such important amounts of gas emissions, a modernization and flexibilization of administrative documents industry is required toward removing validity by date. This simple change could save substantial amounts of energy and natural resources, such as trees and water, while also reducing greenhouse gas emissions by million tons, especially in the pressing context of climate change. It should be time to initiate a paradigm shift in the administrative document industry. Eliminating validity periods is a straightforward yet effective solution that would significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote sustainable environmental practices.
Masjid Aya Sofya dalam Puisi Ahmad Syauqi: Analisis Semiotik
Authors: Khoirunnisa Alfi Nur , Hindun
Published: January 2024

Masjid Aya Sofya merupakan salah satu masjid bersejarah di kota Istanbul yang dulunya bernama Konstantinopel. Sebelum menjadi masjid, Aya Sofya merupakan katedral terbesar di dunia yang digunakan sebagai pusat kehidupan mulai dari politik, agama, hingga seni pada masa Kekaisaran Bizantium. Sejarah dan peristiwa yang menyertai Masjid ini terekam dalam puisi berjudul Masjidu Ayā Ṣūfyā karya Ahmad Syauqi yang dimuat dalam antologi puisi Asy-Syauqiyyat. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengungkap sejarah bangunan Aya Sofya melalui karya sastra. Penelitian ini menggunakan teori semiotik, yaitu teori yang mengkaji makna dari tanda-tanda. Dalam menganalisis puisi, penelitian ini menggunakan metode semiotik yang ditulis oleh Michael Riffaterre, yaitu ketidaklangsungan ekspresi serta pembacaan semiotik, yang terdiri dari pembacaan Heuristik dan Hermeneutik. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa puisi Masjidu Ayā Ṣūfyā memuat sejarah dan seni arsitektur bangunan Aya Sofya yang mengalami perubahan fungsi dari gereja menjadi masjid akibat terjadinya pergantian kekuasaan dari Kekaisaran Romawi Timur menjadi Kekaisaran Utsmaniyah.
Representasi Penindasan Perempuan Dalam Novel Syurfatul Hawiyah Karya Ibrahim Nasrullah (Sebuah Tinjauan Feminisme Sastra)
Authors: Ali Noor Amalia Fauzia
Published: January 2024

Penindasan perempuan merupakan isu yang saat ini ramai diperbincangkan. Salah satu novelis Palestina yaitu Ibrahim Nasrullah, mengangkat isu tersebut ke dalam novelnya yang berjudul Syurfatul Hawiyah dimana salah topik pembahasan feminisme dikemas secara epik dalam karya sastranya. Artikel ini berupaya mengungkapkan realitas kehidupan tokoh perempuan pada novel tersebut. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode kulitatif deskriptif yang berfokus pada studi kepustakaan dan menggunakan pendekatan feminisme sastra yaitu tentang sisi feminis tokoh perempuan khususnya dalam hal penindasan fisik secara langsung maupun tidak langsung, menghadapi berbagai ketidakadilan antara perempuan dan laki-laki, terutama penindasan fisik yang sering dilakukan oleh pihak laki - laki. Analisis data dilakukan melalui beberapa tahapan reduksi data, penyajian, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Hasilnya memepresentasikan Tokoh perempuan yang mengalami pembatasan dan penindasan baik secara seksualitas maupun relasi kekuasaan. Ruang gerak perempuan pun menjadi terbatas dan bahkan dirancang untuk tidak melawan dominasi laki - laki, Inilah yang disebut dengan budaya patriarki.
Gerakan Politik Pendukung Kotak Kosong: Keterlibatan Civil Society dalam Pilkada Kabupaten Pati Tahun 2017
Authors: Widyasari Asita , Anggia Dewi Reyke , Mayasari Sri Rengganis Viera
Published: January 2024

Artikel ini membahas tentang keterlibatan civil society dalam gerakan politik pendukung kotak kosong, yang dikenal dengan GERAM Pati dalam pilkada kabupaten Pati tahun 2017. Pertanyaan yang ingin dijawab adalah bagaimana cara GERAM Pati berkompetisi untuk memenangkan kotak kosong dalam pilkada kabupaten Pati. Fenomena ini menarik, karena kabupaten Pati merupakan satu-satunya daerah yang memiliki pendukung kotak kosong dan menggugat hasil pilkada ke Mahkamah Konstitusi. Selain itu, perolehan suara kotak kosong di kabupaten Pati adalah sebesar 25,48% dari total jumlah DPT pilkada Pati tahun 2017 merupakan yang tertinggi dibandingkan dengan sembilan daerah lain yang melaksanakan pilkada dengan calon tunggal. Kerangka pikir yang digunakan adalah peran civil society untuk memenangkan kotak kosong dalam pilkada kabupaten Pati. Tujuan artikel ini adalah untuk menganalisa perumusan regulasi, terkait kotak kosong yang pada praktiknya dilaksanakan secara contested democracy, namun infrastruktur yang dibangun masih uncontested democracy. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif dengan studi kasus. Pengumpulan data bersumber dari buku, jurnal, regulasi, keputusan badan peradilan, keputusan internal KPU, serta wawancara dengan pihak terkait. Temuannya, upaya GERAM Pati memenangkan kotak kosong melalui kampanye serta mengajukan gugatan ke Mahkamah Konstitusi terkait hasil pilkada mengalami kegagalan. Artikel ini menyimpulkan perlu untuk mengakomodir regulasi terkait keterlibatan civil society dalam kampanye dan penyelesaian sengketa hasil pilkada.
Analisis Faktor Determinan Peningkatan Partisipasi Politik Penyandang Disabilitas pada Pilkada Kota Yogyakarta 2017
Authors: Febriantanto Pangky
Published: January 2024

Pada pilkada kota Yogyakarta 2017 terdapat peningkatan partisipasi pemilih penyandang disabilitas. Selain itu, penyandang disabilitas juga terlibat dalam setidaknya tiga kali diskusi politik yang merupakan peningkatkan partisipasi politik penyandang disabilitas. Penyandang disabilitas juga terlibat dalam kegiatan pemantauan pilkada kota Yogyakarta 2017 di bawah bendera LSM. Hal-hal tersebut merupakan peningkatan partisipasi politik pemilih penyandang disabilitas. Peningkatan tersebut dapat diteliti dengan menganalisis faktor determinannya. Metode penelitian menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif kualitatif yang menggunakan data utama dari KPU kota Yogyakarta, Panwaslu kota Yogyakarta, penyandang disabilitas, serta kelompok komunitas. Data pendukung juga didapat dari laporan hasil pelaksanaan dan pemantauan pilkada kota Yogyakarta 2017. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa ada empat dari lima faktor pendukung peningkatan partisipasi politik penyandang disabilitas pilkada kota Yogyakarta 2017 berdasarkan teori Milbrath, seperti faktor pendidikan politik seperti masifnya sosialisasi oleh penyelenggara pilkada, faktor perangsang politik seperti pelibatan penyandang disabilitas dalam diskusi, faktor situasi atau lingkungan politik seperti pengaruh tokoh yang juga seorang penyandang disabilitas, dan faktor karakteristik pribadi seperti kemauan penyandang disabilitas untuk terlibat dalam pilkada kota Yogyakarta 2017. Sedangkan faktor karakteristik sosial seperti status ekononomi, ras, etnis, dan agama penyandang disabilitas tidak menjadi faktor pendukung. Dari hal tersebut juga dapat ditarik argumen bahwa karakteristik sosial tidak banyak berpengaruh pada persepsi dan perilaku penyandang disabilitas dalam berpartisipasi dalam pilkada kota Yogyakarta 2017.
The Contribution of Education to the Formation of the Democratic Citizen
Authors: Dimitrakopoulou Anastasia
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this paper is twofold; firstly, we will attempt to highlight the contribution of education to the formation of the democratic citizen. However, the reason for our study was the ideas of the ancient Greek thinkers regarding the relationship between education and the citizen. In the course of the work, we ascertain the topicality of their theories, as well as their influence on modern researchers, which will constitute the second purpose of our research. People have the same desire for glory, power and material wealth as the citizens of ancient Greece, that’s why their texts acquired a timeless value. To support our proposal, we will invoke the proposal of T. Parsons, who argues that Western societies originate from the ancient Greek ones (Parsons, 1966).In the study at hand, we will also be concerned with the issue, if education still plays a primary role in the formation of the democratic citizen, given that there are now many educational institutions, such as the Internet. In addition, we will deal with whether the concept of democracy has been differentiated in relation to the way it was understood by the ancient Greek philosophers, who believed that the citizen should be active and participate in the commons. Nowadays, do education systems promote political participation or passivity, serving the interests of the ruling class of states?
Discrimination and Affirmative Action in University Admissions Procedures
Authors: Liu Jing
Published: January 2024

The paper examines the legal issues surrounding discrimination and affirmative action in American university admissions, with a focus on their impact on students of different races, genders, disabilities, and immigrant statuses. The research includes a thorough analysis of existing laws, cases, and university practices. It proposes seventeen guidelines for developing fair race-conscious admission policies.The study finds a complex legal landscape where universities struggle to balance fairness, diversity, and legal requirements. The proposed guidelines aim to enhance fairness in admissions without compromising academic integrity. The paper offers a unique contribution by synthesizing legal perspectives into actionable guidelines for universities, thereby addressing the challenges of maintaining diversity and equality in admissions processes.
STABILITY INDICATING UPLC METHOD FOR ESTIMATION OF BENAZEPRIL AND HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE IN BULK AND COMBINED DOSAGE FORM
Authors: BODKE SHRADDHA S. , BHANGALE CHARUSHILA J. , BHANDARE SANGITA N.
Published: January 2024

Objective: The main objective was to develop stability indicating UPLC technique for simultaneous estimation of Benazepril and Hydrochlorothiazide in bulk and formulation.
Methods: 0.1% Triethylamine phosphate: Methanol (25:75v/v) was used as the mobile phase. Benazepril linearity was found to be 4-20 µg/ml and Hydrochlorothiazide linearity was found to be 5-25 g/ml. The detection wavelength was 236 nm, and the retention period of Benazepril was 3.4 min and Hydrochlorothiazide was 5.4 min with a flow rate of 1.0 ml/min. According to the ICH guidlines, the proposed method was validated and stress studies revealed that the drugs are prone to alkali and peroxide stress conditions.
Results: The calibration curve was plotted, and the regression equations for Benazepril were y = 2,01,491.67x+60,532.30 with a correlation coefficient (r2) of 0.9997 and Hydrochlorothiazide were y = 64,635.86x-74,607.10 with a correlation coefficient (r2) of 0.9994. According to the accuracy research, the percent recovery of Benazepril is 99.09-100.69 % and that of Hydrochlorothiazide is 98.27-101.88%, both of which are within the ICH recommendations. Benazepril has a limit of detection of 0.08 g/ml-0.24 g/ml and Hydrochlorothiazide has a limit of quantitation of 0.03 g/ml-0.10 g/ml. The procedure was found to be straightforward, linear, rapid, exact, repeatable, and robust. It was determined that the % RSD was within ICH norms. Stress degradation tests showed the drug's vulnerability to oxidative, thermal, photolytic, acid, basic, and neutral hydrolysis stress conditions. Under the circumstances of alkali and peroxide stress, it was discovered that the drug degraded most quickly.
Conclusion: The developed chromatographic technique under consideration was suitable for the accurate, precise, and quick simultaneous measurement of hydrochlorothiazide and benazepril in both their bulk and medicinal dose forms.
Effect of Ten Weeks of Yoga Intervention on Vital Capacity among Pondicherry University Community College Students
Authors: Murugesan Dr. R.
Published: January 2024

Abstract: The present study was conducted on physically active men students to assess the relative effects of selected yogic practices on vital capacity. For the present study 10 men students from Pondicherry University Community College were selected. 10 weeks of yogic training was given to selected subjects. The treatment schedule was prepared for 10 weeks. The experimental treatment was given for 45 minutes a day in 5 days in a week. The vital capacity was measured both pre and post training situations of before and after 10 weeks of Pranayama training. After 10 weeks of Pranayama training Vital Capacity was significantly improved in the selected subjects. This is due to the yogic training given.
Unravelling the Impact of UI/UX Design on E-Commerce Business Growth
Authors: K N Mrs. Pallavi
Published: January 2024

Abstract: In the dynamic landscape of e-commerce, the evolution of User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) design has emerged as a pivotal factor influencing the revenue trajectory of online businesses. This abstract explores the profound impact of UI/UX evolution on business revenue, focusing on the strategies employed to enhance user interactions and overall satisfaction on e-commerce platforms. The study delves into the timeline of UI/UX improvements implemented on an e-commerce website and analyses key performance indicators over the years. Metrics such as website traffic, conversion rates, and revenue growth are scrutinized to unveil the correlation between the user-centric design enhancements and financial success. Results indicate a significant positive correlation between UI/UX evolution and increased website traffic, portraying how intuitive and visually appealing design elements attract and engage users. Concurrently, a rise in conversion rates showcases the effectiveness of enhanced user experiences in driving users towards completing transactions. Moreover, the study reveals a direct link between UI/UX improvements and substantial revenue growth. The user-friendly interfaces not only foster increased customer loyalty and satisfaction but also contribute to a more seamless and enjoyable online shopping experience. Qualitative insights from user feedback highlight the importance of factors such as simplified navigation, faster loading times, and aesthetically pleasing layouts. These elements collectively contribute to heightened user satisfaction, translating into increased revenue as users are more likely to make repeat purchases and explore a broader range of offerings. In conclusion, this abstract emphasizes the integral role of UI/UX evolution in elevating business revenue for e-commerce platforms. As technology continues to advance, understanding and implementing user-centric design principles prove to be not only a competitive advantage but also a fundamental driver of sustained financial success in the digital marketplace.
Fabrication of SUPRA Student Version
Authors: Shelke Mayur S.
Published: January 2024

Abstract: The abstract for the fabrication of a SUPRA [F1] vehicle outlines the goals and methodology of designing and manufacturing a four-wheeled student’s Formula One kart. The project, undertaken by group, aimed to enhance driver control, performance, and overall driving experience. Here are the key points from the abstrac
Decentralized App for music Streaming
Authors: Jain Akshat
Published: January 2024

Abstract: Music has always been a way for artists to express themselves. The music industry has grown exponentially in the last few years with the emergence of digital music streaming platforms. However, streaming platforms for streaming music are centralized, so artists only receive a small part of the revenue and still have no control. Respect their content. Cases of plagiarism are on the rise in the music industry, so there is a need to use technology that can help artists. Currently, there is a need for technological change that will give artists control and transparency over their content. According to the current system, artists are registered with record labels, streaming platforms, etc. must rely on many intermediaries such as to eliminate this problem, our article focuses on blockchain decision-making approach where artists and users can interact directly to upload, buy songs, and pay Royalties. Artists can submit their music to the DApp to ensure ownership and avoid the impact of piracy. Users can buy and stream music from independent artists or support artists with purchases and donations using Ethereum.
Revolutionizing Real-Time Communication: A Practical Implementation of MQTT in a Secure and Scalable Custom Chat Application
Authors: Das Rajdeep
Published: January 2024

Abstract: The rapid evolution of real-time communication technologies has spurred the development of diverse messaging protocols, each tailored to specific requirements. This paper investigates the efficacy of the Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT) protocol in the context of real-time communication. Emphasis is placed on understanding MQTT's unique features and capabilities, positioning it as a versatile solution for custom chat applications. The study involves the implementation of a Python-based chat application, leveraging MQTT, and utilizes the broker.hivemq.com infrastructure to showcase the protocol's robustness in facilitating seamless communication between clients. By examining the intricacies of this custom chat application, this research aims to contribute insights into the practical applications of MQTT and its potential for enhancing real-time communication paradigms.
Gold Price and Inflation Relationship in India: Empirical Study
Authors: Kumar Ramesh
Published: January 2024

Abstract: This empirical study investigates the complex relationship between gold prices and inflation in India, a country where gold is deeply entrenched not only as an economic asset but also as a cultural symbol. Recognizing gold's unique position in the Indian context, this research explores how global economic trends and domestic cultural practices converge to influence gold prices. The study utilizes examining key economic indicators such as crude oil prices, exchange rates, trade and fiscal deficits, and their interplay with gold prices. Employing unit root tests like KPSS and Ng-Perron, followed by Johansen’s cointegration analysis and Granger causality tests, the research uncovers significant long-term equilibrium relationships and directional influences among these variables. The findings reveal the multifaceted nature of gold in India, influenced by both global economic conditions and socio-cultural factors, offering insights crucial for policymakers and investors alike. This study contributes to a deeper understanding of the gold market in India, highlighting its role as an inflation hedge and its cultural significance, thereby enriching the broader discourse on gold in the global economic landscape.
Advances in Ecological Surveillance: Real-Time Wildlife Detection using MobileNet-SSD V2 Convolutional Neural Network
Authors: P Geethanjali
Published: January 2024

Abstract: Human-wildlife conflicts have escalated due to increased encroachment on natural habitats, necessitating advanced surveillance to mitigate potential threats and preserve biodiversity. Traditional monitoring methods are labor-intensive and inefficient when dealing with the volume and velocity of data generated by camera traps. This research introduces an innovative, automated wildlife detection system utilizing a Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) - the MobileNet-SSD V2 - to process images for real-time animal detection. The paper elaborates on a comprehensive methodology, from dataset curation to model training and deployment, leveraging TensorFlow Lite for on-device inference. The approach includes building a versatile CNN framework with labeled images from benchmark datasets, annotated using LabelImg and deployed it in Raspberry Pi Model B using TensorFlow Lite. The proposed system is not only accurate but also conserves memory resources by employing an optimized CNN architecture that requires less computational storage. With regular updates using fresh camera-trap images, the system ensures continual improvement in species recognition precision. The system exhibits exceptional accuracy, robustness in diverse environmental settings, and real-time alert mechanisms for rapid response. Through extensive experiments, this automated detection model achieves a higher accuracy rate in clear conditions and maintains precision of with considerable resilience in lower-quality image scenarios. The findings in this research demonstrate the profound capabilities of CNNs in ecological surveillance and their potential to assist conservation efforts.
Viruses and Phytoplasma Reported on the Most Important Vegetable Crops in Syria: A Review
Authors:   General Commission for Scientific Agricultural Research (GCSAR), Damascus, Syria, Ismail Faiz , Mando Jamal ,   General Commission for Scientific Agricultural Research (GCSAR), Damascus, Syria, Al Khalaf Mohamad ,   Aleppo Research Center, General Commission for Scientific Agricultural Research (GCSAR), Aleppo, Syria, Kumari Safaa ,   International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA), Terbol Station, Beqa'a valley, Zahle, Lebanon
Published: January 2024

Ismaeil, F., J. Mando, M. Alkhalaf and S.G. Kumari. 2023. Viruses and Phytoplasma Reported on the Most Important Vegetable Crops in Syria: A Review. Arab Journal of Plant Protection, 41(4): 444-458. https://doi.org/10.22268/AJPP-41.4.444458 Syria is famous for cultivation of many different vegetable crops in most governorates during both winter and summer growing seasons, due to its Mediterranean moderate climate conditions, characterized by a mild winter and a hot dry summer. Vegetables cultivation is a very important sector of the Syrian agriculture, as it represents an important source of income for growers and a source of hard currency through export. The most important vegetables cultivated in Syria are solanaceous crops (potato, tomato, sweet potato, pepper and eggplant), cucurbits (watermelon, melon, cucumber, squash and pumpkin), legumes (broad bean, green bean, green pea and cowpea), cruciferaceous (white cabbage and white cauliflower) and other species such as: green onion, green garlic, lettuce, okra … etc. These vegetable crops are affected by many diseases caused by different causal agents, among them, viruses, viroids and phytoplasmas that are considered the most important pathogens causing many serious and significant diseases. In Syria, during the past forty years, many viruses and few phytoplasmas were investigated and most of them (especially viruses) were recorded on these vegetable crops through many field surveys carried out to evaluate their sanitary status and to determine the economic losses and damages caused by those pathogens. Tens of studies were implemented with the aim of identifying those causal agents on the most important vegetable crops grown in the country and finding out the appropriate approaches for their effective control. Many available and appropriate diagnostic methods such as biological, serological and molecular techniques were used to assess the sanitary status of these crops. Keywords: Diseases, Vegetable crops, Viruses, Phytoplasmas, Syria
Overview of Good Manufacturing Practices Requirements for Herbal Medicines in India and Europe
Authors: Ram Kanchan H. , Kothari Lokesh P. , Mundada Atish S.
Published: January 2024

Over the past three decades, the usage of herbal medicines and supplements has grown significantly, with at least 80% of people turning to them for some aspect of primary healthcare. Although the efficacy of many herbal products has been proved, therapies utilising these compounds have showed promising potential. Since safety is still a major concern when using herbal remedies, it is crucial that the proper regulatory agencies put in place the necessary safeguards to protect public health by ensuring that all herbal medications are secure and of high enough quality. In addition to outlining some significant difficulties in conducting an efficient safety review of herbal medicinal products, this review examines toxicity-related issues and significant safety concerns resulting from their use. Good Manufacturing Practices are designed to promote human health and, as a result, quality of life. Ensure the applicability of the principles offered and demonstrate the advantages resulting from this applicability in order to accomplish the objectives specified.
Exploring sustainable approaches at Dubai Expo 2020: a blend of biophilic and biomimicry designs
Authors: Ibrahim Iman , Al-Chaderchi Balsam Munadhil
Published: January 2024

Dubai Expo 2020 provides an international platform for advancing innovation through meticulously curated exhibits with themes such as sustainability and cultural exchange displayed in pavilions dedicated to individual countries. This research study uses biophilic or biomimetic design strategies to assess the sustainability practices employed in a group of pavilions at the Dubai Expo 2020 that employ biophilic and/or biomimetic design strategies. Biophilic philosophy emphasizes nature-based concepts to foster positive relationships between humans and living organisms, whereas biomimicry imitates natural processes/systems for building practices. Incorporating biophilic and/or biomimetic techniques into pavilion design provides visitors with a one-of-a-kind experience while displaying explicit sustainability principles that go beyond the event's existing architectural framework guidelines. The research evaluation process includes architectural structure designs, materials used during production/creation periods, energy efficiency measurements implemented, and sustainable water management plans based on natural ecological systems. It will also evaluate the adherence of each pavilion chosen to genuine sustainability values by analyzing the incorporation of nature-based concepts into its overall design for potential future reference applications. These techniques have significant potential to improve human health, reduce environmental impact, and encourage global resiliency when implemented beyond Dubai Expo 2020. In conclusion, the research aims to inspire sustainable designs well beyond the Dubai Expo 2020 by demonstrating how biophilic or biomimetic practices are crucial facilitators in constructing spaces that maximize human welfare without endangering the environment. It is also a foundational resource for architects and urban planners committed to advancing sustainable architectural practices through future development projects prioritizing human welfare and environmental protection.
Fabricación de morteros aligerados con perlita y cal aplicados en paneles con matriz de residuos de paja de arroz
Authors: Ramos-Rodriguez Henry , Viera-Arroba Paulina
Published: January 2024

This research aims to design and characterize plaster mortars based on perlite and lime produced in Ecuador, with a minimum compressive strength of 6.89 MPa, as established by IRC 2018, to be applied on rice straw panels. For this purpose, two standard mixes are designed. In the first, sand is used as fine aggregate, while in the second, perlite is used. Eight additional mixes are obtained from each one, where cement is replaced by lime (in volume) in different percentages. A total of 270 test specimens were made to evaluate the compressive strength and density of the mortars at 1, 3, 7, 28, and 50 days. The mortar made with perlite, comprising 50% lime, 50% cement, and an additive, reached a resistance of 7.22 MPa, with a density of 1.45 g/cm³. When this mixture was applied to the rice straw panels, it resulted in an increase of up to 68% in their compressive strength.
Scientific books and their place in Earth sciences – the perspective of scientists and academia in Latvia
Authors:   University of Latvia, Faculty of Geography and Earth Sciences, Murnieks Morics Roberts
Published: January 2024

This study explores the dynamics of publishing Earth sciences-related books and other original publications in Latvian over the last 30 years from experts’ point of view. Eight experts related to the Faculty of Geography and Earth Sciences of the University of Latvia were interviewed about their motivation for writing monographs, competition from scientific articles, and how book publishing is influenced by cultural values in an age of information technology. Results suggest that it is becoming increasingly difficult to find practical reasons for creating scientific books in Earth sciences due to their pragmatic and cultural connotations. It is implied that publication in Latvian does not contribute to productive science on a global scale. However, many works are still produced with support from international funds and national institutions, often available in bilingually and in both digital and physical formats.
A century of hospitality in Latvia: spatial succession
Authors:   Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences, Institute of Social, Economic and Humanities Research, Klepers Andris , Kalnacs Janis ,   Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences, Institute of Social, Economic and Humanities Research
Published: January 2024

Hospitality is both a natural talent that people have and a deliberate and professional act to make the guest feel welcome. In the territory of modern-day Latvia, the accommodation of travellers began in the Middle Ages, with inns later replaced in cities by simpler drive-in homesteads or expensive hotels. Along with the establishment of the Latvian state, national tourism developed, especially in the 1930s, encouraging people to travel around the homeland and creating a network of tourist accommodations in rural areas. World War II and the Soviet occupation completely stopped that development. In this article, the tourist accommodations in Latvia included in publications in the 1930s are spatially mapped and related data are structured in a spatial data basis for further analysis. The development of the tourist accommodation network and spatial continuity up to the present day are studied. The overall network of tourist accommodation reached the scale that had been established in the regions of Latvia until 1940 only in the early 2000s – more than ten years after the restoration of Latvia’s independence. Only 3% of tourist accommodations operating today have ensured continuity, operating in the same places where they were a century ago.
Aplatophis zorro (Anguilliformes: Ophichthidae), a rare fish from the eastern Pacific: morphometric data and range extension
Authors: Stephanía Rojas-Vélez Stephanía , Tavera Jose , Acero-P Arturo
Published: January 2024

Ophichthid eel genus Aplatophis includes two species restricted to the New World, one distributed in the western Atlantic (A. chauliodus) and the other in the tropical eastern Pacific (A. zorro). Aplatophis zorro is a little-known species that was described in Panama, Gulf of San Miguel, from the collection of a single mature male. This work constitutes the first record of the species in Colombian waters and extends its geographical distribution to more than 483 km south on the American continent. In addition, some morphometric variation of the species, which was only known from the Panamanian holotype, is provided.
Experimental Study on the Effect of Sprint Interval Training Versus Traditional Exercise Programs Among Young Obese Adults.
Authors: Gunasekar Thirulogachandar , Balamurugan Shivaranjani , Ravi Murali , K Muthulakshmi , Cyrus Bernard Ebenezer , K Saraswathi , Kaliyaperumal Balaji
Published: January 2024

The aim and objective of the study is that the prevalence of overweight and obesity have peaked in past decades whichresulting in many adverse effects on health of young adults; hence this study is designed to compare the effectiveness of sprintinterval training and traditional exercise program on body mass index (kg/m2), waist circumference (cm), body weight (kg) andblood lipid profiles in young adult with obesity. According to WHO, Obesity has become a global epidemic in both developed anddeveloping countries, which is considered one of the major risk factors for cardiovascular diseases. The American HeartAssociation has recommended reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease by weight loss, which is essential for the obesepopulation. Sprint Interval Training has improved insulin sensitivity, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol [LDL-C], and bodycomposition. Traditional exercises were also effective in improving cardiovascular and metabolic function and consequent reductionin the prevalence of dyslipidemia, hypertension, and insulin resistance. In this comparative study, 30 subjects aged 20-30 with a BodyMass Index >25 were included based on specific selection criteria and divided into two groups. Group A was trained with sprintinterval training, and Group B was trained with traditional exercise training. Each group, A and B, consisting of 15 subjects, wasrecruited from Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, Chennai. This study measured Body Mass Index, Waistcircumference, and body weight before and after the intervention in groups A and B. Comparing Posttest values between Group Aand Group B on Body Weight, Body Mass Index, and waist circumference score showed a highly significant difference in meanvalues at P ≤ 0.001 in Group A than Group B. Hence, this study proved that sprint interval training significantly improved inreducing Body mass index, waist circumference, and body weight in obese young adults.
Ustroj i djelovanje Dioničarskog društva sjedinjenih podravsko-posavskih vicinalnih željeznica
Authors: Lajnert Siniša , Halapir Ivica
Published: January 2024

U radu autori s aspekta povijesti institucija obrađuju ustroj i djelovanje Dioničarskog društva sjedinjenih podravsko-posavskih vicinalnih željeznica u vremenskom periodu od godine 1906., kada je društvo osnovano fuzijom Dioničarskog društva mjesne željeznice Vinkovci-Županja-Savska obala i Dioničarskog društva mjesne željeznice Osijek-Đakovo-Vrpolje, pa sve do godine 1940., kada je završena njegova likvidacija. Sjedište društva u Austro-Ugarskoj Monarhiji, kao i kod većine vicinalnih željeznica, bilo je u Budimpešti. U Kraljevini Srba, Hrvata i Slovenaca društvo je prvotno premjestilo svoje sjedište u Zagreb, a potom u Beograd. Poslove dioničarskog društva obavljali su: glavna skupština dioničara, ravnateljstvo i nadzorni odbor. Pruge društva bile su u državnoj eksploataciji, odnosno upravi. Društvo je u Austro-Ugarskoj Monarhiji poslovalo s financijskim dobitkom te je predstavljalo jednu od rentabilnijih privatnih vicinalnih željeznica na prostoru Kraljevina Hrvatske i Slavonije.
Retail Investor Attention and Audit Pricing
Authors: Cho Myojung , Huang Feiqi , Luo Xin
Published: January 2024

Using a recently developed proxy for retail investor attention to 10-K filings on EDGAR, we investigate the relationship between retail investor attention and audit fees. We find that retail investor attention is positively related to audit fees and negatively related to earnings quality. Our result is consistent with the notion that managers of firms with high retail investor attention are more likely to manipulate earnings. We also find that retail investor attention to 10-K filings is a relatively more important source of firm-specific information for small firms than for large firms. Collectively, we find that retail investor attention plays a significant role in audit pricing. Our results are robust even after controlling for omitted variable bias, endogeneity, and alternative retail investor attention measures.

JEL Classifications: M41; M42.
Rotten Apples and Sterling Examples: Norm-Based Moral Reasoning and Peer Influences on Honesty
Authors: Huddart Steven , Qu Hong
Published: January 2024

We develop a general norm-dependent utility function with disutility for actions that are inferior or superior to a norm. We test its validity by assessing the moderating role of norm sensitivity in explaining responses to peer influences in a budget reporting experiment. Managers become less honest after seeing a less honest peer (the rotten apple effect) and more honest after seeing a more honest peer (the sterling example effect). We measure the sensitivity to social norms by the Maintaining Norms Schema score generated from the responses to the Defining Issue Test-2 moral reasoning questionnaire. We find that (1) the sterling example effect is significantly increased in an individual’s sensitivity to social norms and (2) the rotten apple effect does not vary significantly with an individual’s sensitivity to social norms. Our evidence supports inclusion of a disutility component for actions that are inferior to the norm in representations of personal preferences.

JEL Classifications: C72, D03; J44; M41; M55.
Landscape modification induced by forest plantations in a section of the Maulino coastal forest, Chile
Authors:   Universidad Alberto Hurtado, Pena Marco Antonio , Fuentes Alexandra
Published: January 2024

In this work were quantified and assessed the recent changes in the landscape composition and configuration of the Maulino Coastal Forest, located in central Chile, strongly affected by the forest plantations expansion. To achieve that, a set of landscape metrics were applied on its main vegetation land covers; derived from the official vegetation and land use cadasters of 2009 and 2016. Within the relatively short study period addressed, it was possible to confirm important changes in the landscape of the study area, mainly driven by an increase in the area covered by forest in the form of relatively small, compact, and irregularly shaped patches, which influenced the constriction, disconnection, and distancing of those patches of native vegetation. These results widely agree with those referred by previous studies, thus confirming the permanence of the fragmenting process that have affected this type of forest and consequently, the urgency of implementing actions aimed to its management and conservation.
If Archaeology is Not Just About the Past. The Landscape of the KL Plaszow Memorial
Authors: Karski Kamil , Kobiałka Dawid
Published: January 2024

In the years 2016–2019, interdisciplinary research was carried out related to the German Nazi concentration camp KL Plaszow. Its key component was non-invasive and invasive archaeological works. They resulted in uncovering thousands of artefacts and the documentation of the material heritage related to the camp, which has been preserved to this day in the local landscape. The discoveries made were also a trigger for broader reflection and investment activities. The results bring new insight into the role and meaning of the past, present and future of the landscape of KL Plaszow. Such a landscape ties the dead and the living, various people with their objects and comprises the legacy of unimaginable events during the Second World War.
Discovery of a German V-2 Rocket Fall Site in the Area of Chodzież, in Greater Poland
Authors: Alagierski Piotr , Kuczara-Alagierska Katarzyna , Sokołowski Maciej
Published: January 2024

In the 1930s, in the town of Peenemünde on the northern edge of the Usedom Island in the Baltic Sea, the Germans established a military research centre to work on rocket engines. In Peenemünde, the Aggregat 4 – the first ever rocket to cross the space frontier – was constructed and launched. However, it went down in history under the name V-2. This weapon was the world’s first ballistic missile used in combat. At the end of World War II, V-2 rockets were a technological marvel of the time. Reaching supersonic speeds, they were an unrecognized design for the Allies in terms of control and targeting principles. They were a weapon almost impossible to shoot down. The RAF’s destruction of the Peenemünde facility in 1943 was the reason for its relocation to the Heidelager military training ground in the village of Blizna, Subcarpathian province, out of the range of Allied aviation. Threatened by the Soviet Army’s offensive, it was moved again in 1944 to the Heidenkraut training ground in Wierzchucin, Kuyavia-Pomerania province. As a result of archaeological work in the area of Chodzież, in northern Greater Poland province, the so far unknown site of the fall of a German V-2 rocket fired from the Heidekraut training ground, from a distance of 108 kilometres, has been located. Analysis of the finds, the appearance of the fall site and GPR surveys lead to the conclusion that a version of the rocket with little or no explosive material exploded in Chodzież. The current state of research into the active use of the Heidenkraut training ground at the end of the War leads to the conclusion that the Chodzież region, located in northern Greater Poland, was a zone of not very intensive experimental firing of V-2 rockets. Much more intensive was the firing of the Kalisz region located in southeastern Greater Poland. Further research into the sites of V-2 rocket falls both in Greater Poland and in other parts of Poland may contribute to a better understanding of the poorly known German experiments with ballistic missiles. The Polish lands are particularly interesting in this regard, as they were training grounds for rocket experiments at the end of World War II.
Historical Memories in Transcarpathia: Oral Historical Reflections on the Second World War
Authors: Leno Pavlo
Published: January 2024

Transcarpathia is a border and mostly mountainous region with a rather complex ethnographic and religious mosaic. It borders 4 countries (Hungary, Poland, Romania, Slovakia), and geographically is the westernmost part of Ukraine. These factors contributed to the shape of a local multicultural population with fluid identities and very specific worldviews. The deepening of cultural ruptures is increased by regional historical memory, which shows the past in a way that is not described in the official historical grand narrative. This situation is also influenced by ethnic diversity and the presence of ethnic minorities, in particular local Hungarians and Germans, whose reflections on World War II and Sovietization differ both from the official grand narrative and from the memories of local Ukrainians.
This study exhibits these differences and attempts to generalize and explain them. The ethnographic data was collected during the author’s fieldwork. Among the respondents, there are representatives of various Transcarpathian ethnic groups, direct witnesses of the XX century’s most significant events. Memories of these events are analysed through their impact on the everyday life of ordinary people.
Strategie radzenia sobie wśród osób zmarginalizowanych na rynku pracy
Authors: Zielińska Justyna
Published: January 2024

Celem artykułu jest przedstawienie strategii radzenia sobie stosowanych przez osoby zarejestrowane w powiatowych urzędach pracy jako bezrobotni oraz pracowników doświadczających ubóstwa. Owe strategie są realizowane w sytuacji braku adekwatnego wsparcia ze strony instytucji publicznych oraz organizacji pozarządowych zajmujących się osobami bezrobotnymi i pracującymi ubogimi. Są one wyrazem codziennych wysiłków i starań mających na celu ustabilizowanie i poprawę własnej sytuacji. Wyniki prezentowanych badań oparte są na jakościowych badaniach terenowych prowadzonych w latach 2013-2016 w Radomiu i Toruniu. Przedstawiona w niniejszym artykule typologia strategii radzenia sobie wpisuje się w nurt badań dotyczących sprawstwa i strategii stosowanych przez ludzi w ich codziennym życiu (np. Burawoy i in. 2000, Hyman i in. 2005a, Mrozowicki 2011, Binder 2014).
Photos as a Cultural Code of the Odesa Region
Authors: Dmytriuk Viktoriia
Published: January 2024

In Ukraine, the transition to visualization is observed in the expansion of the range, change of functions, simplification of production and demonstration of the traditional photo image. Personal and family photographs play an important role in cultural memory, and working with photographs offers a particularly productive way to understand social and cultural aspects of memory. In the article proposed, I research the variability of the functions of photography in polyethnic and multicultural region of Southern Ukraine, taking as the main example the city of Odesa and the Odesa region. I seek to reproduce and describe the historical and cultural dynamics of the development of photographic practices in Odesa from art to craft, and eventually to everyday practice from the middle of the 19th to the beginning of the 20th century. I aim to reveal the ethno-cultural expressiveness of photographic practices among the multi-ethnic population of Odesa, to point out general and specific features, to investigate local differences of ethnographic groups, structures and everyday practices, features of material and spiritual culture, socio-cultural norms. During 2012-2019 independently or taking part in complex ethnographic expeditions of I. I. Mechnikov Odesa National University, I have conducted more than 150 general, 53 focused interviews and 68 semi-formalized interviews in 51 towns and villages of Odesa region, including Odesa, Balta, Bilyaivka, Podils’k, Chornomors’k and Izmail.
Beyond Epistemic Violence: Un-Silencing Diverse Ukrainian Voices
Authors: Buyskykh Julia
Published: January 2024

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