bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
IDENTIFIKASI KUALITAS RUANG PUBLIK YANG INKLUSIF DI KAMPUNG WARNA-WARNI BALIKPAPAN
Authors: Az-Zahra Fannisa , Ulimaz Mega
Published: January 2025

Kampung Warna-Warni Teluk Seribu merupakan sebuah perkampungan di Kota Balikpapan yang memiliki beberapa ruang publik seperti taman dan pasar. Pasar yang berada di Kampung Warna Warni sendiri memiliki penataan ruang yang masih kurang baik sehinnga menyebabkan beberapa permasalahan seperti kemacetan, aksesibilitas yang sulit di akses dan kurangnya fasilitas pendukung yang aman untuk difabel dan lansia. Apabila area pasar menerapkan desain yang inklusif, hal tersebut akan mendukung segala kegiatan masyarakat dengan mudah dan nyaman sehingga eksistensi pasar tidak kalah saing dengan pusat perbelanjaan modern. Kemudian, Adapun ruang publik taman Kampung Warni Warni yang berfungsi untuk menjaga kualitas lingkungan perkotaan dan menjadi ruang interaksi masyarakat. Namun, ternyata tidak dapat pungkiri bahwa fasilitas yang tersedia memiliki kondisi yang kurang terawat dan kurang inklusif sehingga tidak semua orang dapat menggunakan dan merasakan manfaat yang sama dari penggunaan ruang publik tersebut. Keberadaan taman dan pasar sebagai salah satu ruang publik inklusif di Kampung Warna Warni seharusnya sudah memenuhi kriteria-kriteria yang sudah ditetapkan agar para pengguna ruang publik tidak merasa dirugikan. Tujuan dari penelitian ini yaitu mengidentifikasi kualitas ruang publik yang inklusif di Kampung Warna-Warni, khususnya di Taman dan Pasar. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif dengan melakukan observasi langsung untuk mendapatkan gambaran kondisi eksisting terkait kualitas ruang publik. Analisis yang digunakan pada penelitian ini yaitu deskriptif kualitatif. Temuan hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kualitas pada ruang publik taman merupakan ruang publik yang sudah inklusif, sedangkan ruang publik pasar merupakan ruang publik yang belum inklusif bagi masyarakat karena ditemukan beberapa kondisi dan ketersediaan fasilitas yang belum memadai.
ANALISIS SMART COMMUNITY DALAM MENDUKUNG PEMBANGUNAN DESA MANDIRI KABUPATEN MEMPAWAH
Authors: Nana Novita Pratiwi  , Erni Yuniarti  , Sekar Aprilia Maharani
Published: January 2025

Kabupaten Mempawah merupakan salah satu wilayah di Provinsi Kalimantan Barat yang telah mengadopsi konsep smart city dan smart village sejak tahun 2020 melalui program digitalisasi. Program ini dirancang sebagai terobosan percepatan kreativitas dan inovasi pembangunan desa menuju desa mandiri. Salah satu dimensi smart village yang perlu dikaji secara ilmiah adalah smart community dengan melihat peran masyarakat dalam pengambilan keputusan dan perumusan kebijakan pembangunan desa. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis penerapan smart community pada desa mandiri di Kabupaten Mempawah agar dapat mendukung keberlanjutan dan peningkatan desa mandiri, serta memberi masukan bagi pemerintah daerah dalam mengimplementasikan smart village sesuai karakteristik wilayah. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan deduktif dengan teknik pengumpulan data primer dan sekunder. Analisis yang digunakan yaitu distribusi frekuensi dan analisis indeks komposit dengan indikator demokrasi masyarakat, kreativitas masyarakat, edukasi masyarakat, dan ekonomi masyarakat. Berdasarkan hasil analisis smart community, maka dapat disimpulkan bahwa lokasi pengamatan yang difokuskan pada 7 kecamatan yang mencakup 31 mandiri di Kabupaten Mempawah termasuk kategori cukup tinggi dengan indeks sebesar 2,93.
THE IMPORTANCE OF CULTURE IN URBAN PLANNING: A BRIEF CASE STUDY OF URBAN PLANNING IN YOGYAKARTA AND KYOTO
Authors: Kriswandwitanaya Muhammad Farhan , Nurussobah Ahmad Fatih
Published: January 2025

Urban planning is a multifaceted discipline that integrates infrastructure, economy, and environment to develop sustainable cities. However, a critical yet often overlooked component is culture. Incorporating historical, social, and artistic aspects of a community into urban development not only preserves the unique identity of a city but also enhances residents' quality of life. This article explores the importance of culture in urban planning through a brief case study of Yogyakarta in Indonesia and Kyoto in Japan. These cities exemplify how cultural elements can be seamlessly integrated into urban development plans. The study utilizes a qualitative method, drawing data from literature, laws, and prior research. It analyzes the outcomes of cultural integration in urban planning in Yogyakarta and Kyoto and offers recommendations for other cities. The findings suggest that comprehensive legal frameworks, community involvement, and balanced development strategies are crucial for successful cultural preservation in urban planning. Recommendations include promoting multidisciplinary approaches, fostering public awareness, and developing tourism strategies that respect cultural heritage. By adopting these strategies, cities can create vibrant, sustainable urban environments that honor their unique cultural heritage while embracing the future.
REHABILITATION OF WOMEN AFTER CAESAREAN SECTION ANDPREVENTION OF MUSCLE DIASTASIS IN WOMEN RECENTLY CONFINED
Authors: Churpiy I. K. , Aravitska M. H. , Kuravska Yu. S. , Pylypiv L. A. , Zelinska M. V. , Hutsol M. I. , Pachkiv M. A.
Published: January 2025

The article presents the results of the developed rehabilitation program for women after cesarean section, which was characterized by the presence of complaints related to physical limitations of movements due to weakness, pain, suppression of the psycho-emotional state, signs of weakness of the muscles of the pelvic floor and the muscles of the anterior abdominal wall and their diastasis.
Depression of the psycho-emotional state of women of all groups was assessed according to the results of the Edinburgh questionnaire Postnatal Depression Scale . The results of the questionnaire indicated the risk of postpartum depression. Deterioration of the quality of life after childbirth, determined by the SF -36 questionnaire, characterized her condition as low; women who underwent caesarean section, according to the Physical scales health , Role - Physical , General Health , Vitality showed a worse result than those who underwent vaginal birth. In the late postpartum period were observed signs dorsopathies , which are in the majority women were determined still in period pregnancy​.
Deterioration of the physical condition of women in the postpartum period is determined by Functional parameters Movement Screen , which demonstrate physical capabilities from the standpoint of their practical application in movements close to everyday activities. The condition of women everyone groups was characterized decrease physical performance (according to PWC 170 and maximum consumption oxygen ).
The presented program of physical therapy for women after caesarean section, taking into account the presence of physical and psycho-emotional disorders, developed on the basis of the results of determining the psycho-emotional state of women, their quality of life, assessment of physical condition and physical capacity, the presence of signs of dorsopathy and pelvic floor muscle dysfunction, has a comprehensive nature and includes the following elements, which are justified from the standpoint of physiological postpartum recovery and the features of the lifestyle of women in the late postpartum period: therapeutic exercises of various orientations, functional training, massage, orthosis of the abdominal cavity, kinesiological taping , teaching women complexes of therapeutic exercises. The complex nature of the developed physical therapy program is that it provides an impact on women's health from the standpoint of changes in all domains of the ICF - acceleration of the recovery of the physiological postpartum period at the "Structure and Function" level, improvement in the performance of activities taking into account the presence of a postoperative scar and changes caused by pregnancy ("Activity"), improving the quality of life of women and their health from the standpoint of motherhood (child care) and the need to perform activities of daily life and professional activity.
Mapping vaccine experiences to expose systemic issues in vaccine availability
Authors: Toward Anne M , Murthy Avinash , Gritter Amelea , Broughton Hilary O , Brown Angela L , Geng Elvin H , Maricque Brett B
Published: January 2025

We used human-centered design to understand COVID-19 vaccine uptake challenges. Journey mapping revealed that systemic barriers, such as confusing distribution systems and lack of access to trusted healthcare providers, led to delays in vaccination among willing individuals. Difficulties in accessing vaccines can inadvertently contribute to what appears as hesitancy, highlighting the need for systems that support seamless vaccine delivery and clear communication. This approach highlights the importance of designing health systems that meet user needs effectively, fostering trust, and improving public health outcomes through responsive service design.
Design thinking in North American undergraduate medical education
Authors: Potharazu Archit V , Sherrod R McKinley , Basapur Santosh , Beirne Patricia , Buckley Ryan , Curry Raymond H , Erwin Kim , Hutchinson Morgan , Jones Peter H , Kotche Miiri , Langerman Alexander , Minshew Lana M , Sammann Amanda , Trowbridge Matthew , Krishnan Jerry A , Musick Hugh
Published: January 2025

As medical students graduate into an increasingly complex healthcare system, researchers, clinicians, and policy makers have called for novel curricular initiatives. Design thinking is a structured innovation framework used regularly in business and engineering. We surveyed and interviewed design thinking educators in medical schools and mapped key themes to curricular accreditation standards in the US and Canada. Although we found significant program heterogeneity, all programs emphasised skills in problem definition in complex spaces and interdisciplinary collaboration. These skills mapped to key curricular content areas. Standardised outcome-based evaluation of students competencies will help further develop the intersection between design and medical education.
The role of design in dialysis innovation, sustainability, and patient quality of life
Authors: Buffagni Alessia
Published: January 2025

This article explores the redesign of the Wearable Artificial Kidney (WAK). The article aims to show how crucial a designer’s intervention can be even for medical purposes. It suggests how a renewed setting of the WAK’s components and the review of its usability can spark the transformation of a therapeutic method that has remained unchanged over many years, but is no longer sustainable, both in terms of resources and patients’ quality of life.
Rethinking medical education: Addressing training challenges
Authors: Jiwa Moyez
Published: January 2025

An increasing number of medical graduates are opting not to practice medicine after training, a trend that has been rising for decades. This raises concerns about the effectiveness of medical education in preparing and motivating students for lifelong careers. Key issues include the selection of candidates who may lack a genuine desire to help patients, an overemphasis on technical competence at the expense of care and confidence, and a culture that prioritises extrinsic rewards over holistic approaches. To address these challenges, medical education must reform to produce competent, caring doctors who are committed to their vocation.
Penyuluhan Kesehatan Pencegahan Dini Hipertensi Melalui Program Cerdik dan Penggunaan Alat Tensimeter Pada Kader Posyandu Remaja di Padukuhan Sengon Karang, Argomulyo, Bantul
Authors: Dwijayanti Oky , Shofiana Atika Nur , Hartanti Aan Budi , Andriana Anita , Pratama Andra Jaya , Natun Wulandari Aning Amin , Sari Ani Murti , Prasetya Agung , Jamaludin Hediyani , Fatimatuzzahro Isti Oktavia , Dewi Meyda Avita , Herjuno Muhammad , Yuliawan Deny , Kuswandari Vena
Published: January 2025

Remaja adalah perubahan perkembangan antara masa anak dan masa dewasa yang mengakibatkan perubahan fisik, kognitif dan psikososial. Masalah kesehatan remaja hipertensi merupakan masalah nasional yang sangat tidak asing. Organisasi Kesehatan Dunia (WHO) memperkirakan di seluruh dunia lebih dari 34,1% remaja meninggal tiap tahun karena kurangnya pengetahuan dan telatnya penanganan hipertensi. Melalui program “cerdik” penyuluhan tentang pencegahan hipertensi secara dini serta melatih penggunaan tensimeter pada Kader Posyandu merupakan Langkah yang dapat dijadikan lini pertama dalam pelayanan pada masyarakat untuk upaya pencegahan hipertensi dini. Kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat dalam bentuk penyuluhan serta pelatihan pada kader posyandu terintegrasi dengan kegiatan praktik Mahasiswa Profesi Ners stase Keperawatan Komunitas Proses kegiatan dilaksanakan pada tanggal 11 Mei 2024 selama 60 menit. Media yang digunakan dalam proses penyuluhan dengan menggunakan video edukasi hipertensi dan alat ukur yang digunakan adalah tensimeter manual dengan jumlah peserta kader posyandu remaja sebanyak 10 orang. Hasil setelah dilakukan penyuluhan didapatkan hasil bahwa adanya perubahan peningkatan pengetahuan pada kader posyandu remaja setelah dilakukan diskusi dan tanya jawab terbuka. Kemampuan penggunaan tensimeter manual pada kader meningkat dan mampu mempraktikkan pada peserta remaja yang hadir. Hasil yang positif dari kegiatan penyuluhan serta pelatihan pada peserta remaja dan kader posyandu perlu dapat dijadikan bahan acuan secara luas pada kelompok komunitas remaja lain, yang diharapkan mampu memberikan dampak berkurangnya angka hipertensi remaja
West Nile fever in Ukraine
Authors: Duda O.K. , Kotsyubailo L.P. , Boyko V.O. , Batsyura G.V. , Golub A.P. , Pechinka A.M.
Published: January 2025

Ukrainians have just begun to get used to life in the conditions of the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, when a new danger appears on the horizon, namely West Nile fever. Thus, at the beginning of August 2024, forty-one laboratory confirmed cases of West Nile fever were registered in Ukraine and in general since the beginning of the current year, according to the data of the public health center as of August 30, 2024, — about 50 cases. The further spread of West Nile fever is associated with changes in the planet’s climate and habitat, primarily of mosquitoes. This also applies to our country.
Prevalence of periodontal tissue pathology in children with different types of pathological occlusion
Authors: Lykhota K.M. , Vataga K.A.
Published: January 2025

Background. Oral health conditions can have a negative impact on the functional, social and psychological well-being of little children, adolescents and their families, causing pain and discomfort for the child. Caries and periodontal diseases are the most common dental diseases in children. Among inflammatory periodontal diseases, chronic catarrhal gingivitis dominated in childhood. Local and general factors play a significant role in the pathogenesis of periodontal diseases. The impact of pathological occlusion on the level of gum disease remains uncertain, and the results of studies in this area are contradictory. Timely functional diagnosis of changes occurring in periodontal tissues in occlusion pathology is an important link in the prevention of periodontal diseases during orthodontic treatment. Objective: to study the prevalence of periodontal tissue pathology in children with different types of pathological occlusion. Materials and methods. The state of periodontal tissues was studied in 573 children aged 6 to 14 years with occlusion pathology (main group) and 48 children without it (comparison group). Occlusion disorders were assessed in three mutually perpendicular planes, as well as using the dental aesthetic index. Anomalies of the position of some teeth were determined according to Lischer’s classification. To evaluate the state of the oral cavity, periodontal and hygienic indices were used: simplified oral hygiene index according to Greene-Vermillion (1964), papillary-marginal-attached index (1949) proposed by Massler and modified by Parma, as well as simplified basic periodontal examination (BPES). Results. Occlusion pathology significantly affects the periodontal state in children. Patients with malocclusion have a 30–50 % higher risk of developing inflammatory periodontal diseases. 60 % of children with malocclusion have poor oral hygiene, which can lead to the development of chronic catarrhal gingivitis. In children with normal occlusion, the gingivitis index is on average 0.5, while in children with malocclusion, this figure increases to 1.5–2.0 (45 %). In the group aged 6–9 years, the highest BPES is observed in case of bilateral crossbite (0.82 ± 0.03) and anomalies of individual groups of teeth (0.73 ± 0.03). Similar results were obtained in the age group of 10–14 years. The lowest BPES (0.42 ± 0.02) is observed in the comparison group, which confirms the lower number of periodontal tissue diseases in children without occlusion pathology. Conclusions. Malocclusion, together with periodontal disease, are significant factors that negatively affect the oral health of children. Deviations from normal occlusion can complicate oral hygiene, which leads to the accumulation of dental plaque and the development of inflammatory diseases, such as chronic catarrhal gingivitis. The high prevalence of gingivitis among children indicates the importance of prevention and early orthodontic treatment.
Dental education in Ukraine via the eyes of employers through the prism of their personal experience: present and prospects
Authors: Mazur I.P. , Hasiuk N.V. , Radchuk V.B. , Skrypnyk I.L.
Published: January 2025

Background. The education system in Ukraine is transparent; when forming the principles of its implementation, feedback from all participants in the educational process is taken into account. The latter, with their vision and thoughts, can influence and initiate changes in the educational process if necessary. The aim of the conducted research is to monitor views on the quality of education, the level of acquired knowledge and practical skills of dentists in institutions of higher education through the prism of their personal experience. Materials and methods. 2216 respondents participated in the study, filling out a questionnaire at scientific and practical events of professional schools for dentists in online mode in March 2023. The obtained data were processed using the StatSoft Inc. license program. Analytical research method and structural-logical analysis were applied. Results. Based on the results of monitoring the data regarding the quality of dentists’ training, it has been determined that level of training corresponds to “high” in ten institutions. Conclusions. The most sought-after professional competence of a dentist after obtaining a diploma is general skills in the treatment of basic dental diseases. The most sought-after professional qualities are the desire and implementation of continuous professional development and self-improvement, the ability to recognize professional mistakes, work in a team, confidence and ambitiousness. Basic skills are the ability to treat the main dental diseases, which creates the prerequisites for continuous professional development.
Psychotropic drugs and bone
Authors: Gasser R.W. , Resch H.
Published: January 2025

The purpose of this article is to provide an overview of the effects of psychotropic medications on bone metabolism, bone mineral density (BMD), and fracture risk. Methods. The literature search was carried out in PubMed. The keywords used were “osteoporosis”, “bone”, “fracture”, “psychotropic medication”, “antidepressants”, “antipsychotics”, “neuroleptics”, “hyperprolactinemia”, and “lithium”. Results. Psychotropic drugs from the group of antidepressants or neuroleptics (antipsychotics) and lithium preparations have different effects on the bone. On the one hand, they can trigger the development of osteoporosis with an increased risk of fractures (antidepressants, neuroleptics); on the other hand, some of the compounds also show a bone-protective effect (lithium preparations). Antidepressants, in general, lead to an increase in serotonin and/or noradrenaline in the synapses. On bone, they cause a decrease in BMD and, consequently, an increase in the risk of fractures. Neuroleptics act as dopamine receptor antagonists and lead to hyperprolactinemia and, thus, to secondary hypogonadism. This has a direct negative effect on osteoblasts, leading to decreased BMD and an increased risk of fractures. Lithium salts, on the other hand, are bone-protective. Therapy with lithium preparations is associated with a decrease in fracture risk. In case of therapy with psychotropic drugs, particularly antidepressants or neuroleptics, attention should also be paid to bone health, especially in patients at risk (age, tendency to fall, comedication, preexisting osteoporosis, fractures). Conclusions. The increased tendency to fractures during psychotropic drug therapy is usually multifactorial since, in addition to the direct adverse effects of the medication on the bone, there can also be an increased tendency to fall and a decreased BMD due to mental illness per se. Psychotropic drug therapy should be optimized, taking into account the potential side effects, including the increased risk of fractures.
Application of Barracuda Fish Skin Gelatin (Sphyraena barracuda) on Characteristics of Liquid Smoke Flavored Ice Cream
Authors: Sitoresmi Riris , Swastawati Fronthea , Suharto Slamet
Published: January 2025

Gelatin can be applied to ice cream as a stabilizer. The flavors of ice cream on the market only focus on ordinary flavors such as chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry. Liquid smoke as a flavoring in ice cream can be used as an innovation. The purpose of this study was to determine the best concentration of liquid smoke in ice cream and determine the effect of adding gelatin with different concentrations on the physical quality of ice cream. The treatments used were liquid smoke with different concentrations (0%, 0.3%, 0.5%, and 0.7%) in the opening study and gelatin concentrations of 0%, 0.2%, 0.4%, and 0.6% in the main study with three repetition times. Parameters observed were hedonic, overrun, melting time, pH, and viscosity. The analysis showed that all test treatments had a significant effect (P<0.05). Adding liquid smoke with a concentration of 0,7% was the best treatment, with a hedonic value of 7.97<µ<8.17 (preferred by the panelists). The best treatment results for barracuda fish skin gelatin on the characteristics of ice cream were at a concentration of 0,4% with overrun results of 62,67% ± 0,58, melting speed 31.37±0.95 minutes, pH 6.33±0.02, viscosity of 2567.67±142.38 cP and hedonic value of 7.61 <µ <7.79 (preferred by the panelists).
Oral Probiotics Modulate the Gut Microbiome, Nutrient Transport Gene Expression, and Growth of Hybrid Tilapia (Oreochromis sp.) Fed with Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens)
Authors: Latifah Ma'rufa Nurul
Published: January 2025

Maggot Black Soldier Fly (BSF) is a nutritionally rich alternative food for fish. Still, due to its slow digestion, it must be combined with other technologies to produce fish with excellent growth. This study aims to determine the effect of the probiotic application on the growth, microbiome, and gene expression in the intestines of tilapia-fed maggots BSF. Tilapia intestines were examined after two months of rearing with three replications and two treatments: A) 30% maggots and 70% commercial pellets with probiotics and B) 30% maggots and 70% commercial pellets without probiotics. We discovered that probiotics significantly positively impact the fish gut microbiomes and absolute growth. The amplicon sequence variant in the probiotic treatment (A) was 25 with dominance by Cetobacterium, Acinetobacter, Enhydrobacter, and Gemmobacter, while the non-probiotic treatment (B) was 8 with dominance of Cetobacterium and Turicibacter. The probiotic treatment raised the expression of Ghrelin, Muc-2, IL-1β, and I-FABP genes but not the CD-36 gene. These findings suggest oral probiotics can help boost tilapia production when fed maggot black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens).
Seismic Retrofit of Reinforced Concrete Frames with Filled Masonry Materials Using Fiber Reinforced Polymers
Authors: Iravani Seyednima Naghibi , Liel Abbie B.
Published: January 2025

They typically behave brittle and have little or no ductility and are susceptible to various forms of damage such as invisible cracking, corrosion, and ultimately total destruction. This behavior is a major hazard during earthquakes, and this weakness in seismic performance has posed a major challenge to designers. Seismic retrofitting by adding structural frames or shear walls is impractical and very costly, and faces specific limitations in some buildings. Other retrofitting methods such as grouting, installation of reinforcing steel, prestressing, jacketing, and various surface reinforcement methods significantly increase the mass and stiffness of the structure, and as a result, impose higher seismic loads on the structure. These methods require skilled labor and disrupt the natural functioning of the building. These methods are referred to as "classical" methods of reinforcement. One of the new methods that has attracted the attention of industrialists in recent years is the reinforcement of existing buildings using composites. Much research has been conducted in this field and preliminary regulations have been prepared for their use. Composites were initially used for military applications and the aerospace industry, but with the decrease in price, these materials have attracted the attention of practitioners and industrialists in many industries due to their characteristics such as low weight and very high tensile strength, resistance to atmospheric conditions, etc. The use of fiber-reinforced polymers is a valid alternative reinforcement method due to its low thickness, high strength-to-weight ratio, high hardness, and easy application.
Stabilizing Black Cotton Soil: A Review of Terrasil, Fly Ash, and Rice Husk Ash
Authors: Bhat Amir Rashid
Published: January 2025

Black Cotton Soil (BCS), characterized by high clay content and expansive behavior, poses significant challenges to
highway infrastructure. Its substantial swelling and shrinkage upon moisture variations lead to detrimental effects on pavement
performance, including cracking, rutting, and premature deterioration. Conventional stabilization methods, often involving
large quantities of materials and potential environmental impacts, necessitate the exploration of more sustainable and effective
solutions. This review paper investigates the potential of a novel approach: modifying BCS using a synergistic combination of
Terrasil, a nano-sized chemical stabilizer, along with industrial byproducts – fly ash and rice husk ash.
Terrasil, with its unique nano-scale properties, has the potential to significantly enhance soil strength and mitigate swelling
through mechanisms such as particle bridging, surface modification, and potential pozzolanic reactions (Nguyen et al., 2018;
Wang et al., 2017; Zhang et al., 2016). Fly ash and rice husk ash, readily available and often underutilized, offer cost-effective
and environmentally benign alternatives to traditional soil additives. Fly ash, a coal combustion byproduct, can improve soil
compaction, enhance strength, and contribute to pozzolanic reactions (Das, 2016; Mitchell, 1993). Rice husk ash, a byproduct of
rice milling, can enhance soil strength, reduce plasticity, and improve drainage characteristics (Holtz & Kovacs, 1981).
The combined application of these materials presents the possibility of synergistic effects, such as enhanced particle bridging,
improved pozzolanic reactions, and optimized particle size distribution (Khandelwal et al., 2015). These synergistic effects are
expected to lead to significant improvements in soil shear strength, reduced swelling and shrinkage, and enhanced long-term
durability (Ahirrao et al., 2014; Sarkar et al., 2019).
This review critically examines existing research on the application of Terrasil, fly ash, and rice husk ash for soil improvement,
analyzes the potential mechanisms of interaction between these materials within the soil matrix, and discusses the potential
advantages and limitations of this innovative approach for mitigating the challenges posed by BCS in highway construction.
While existing research provides promising indications, further research is crucial to fully understand the synergistic effects of
this combined approach. Laboratory and field studies are necessary to determine optimal material dosages, evaluate long-term
performance, and assess the economic and environmental feasibility of this innovative stabilization technique for widespread
application in highway construction
Taming the Expansive: Stabilizing Black Cotton Soil with Nano-Enhanced Waste Materials
Authors: Bhat Amir Rashid
Published: January 2025

Black cotton soil, with its high shrink-swell potential, poses significant challenges for highway construction. This
research investigates a novel approach to stabilize black cotton soil for subgrade applications by combining a nano-engineered
chemical (Terrasil) with industrial (fly ash) and agricultural (rice husk ash) waste products. The study aims to evaluate the
influence of these additives on the geotechnical properties of black cotton soil, including index properties, compaction
characteristics, and strength parameters. By leveraging the synergistic effects of these materials, the research seeks to develop a
sustainable and cost-effective solution for improving the engineering performance of black cotton soil while promoting the
utilization of waste materials. The findings of this study will contribute to the development of more resilient and environmentally
friendly highway infrastructure
IOT-Based Smart Home Automation Systems: Enhancing Energy Efficiency and Security
Authors: A Venkatesh
Published: January 2025

The increase in the use of advanced technologies has made the Internet of Things an integral element of smart home
automation, for creating energy efficient and secure environment. In this report, we investigate the smart home architecture,
challenges, and applications as well as the trends and future directions in IoT-enabled smart homes. Their study starts with
analyzing the core components consisting of sensors, connection protocols like ZigBee and Wi-Fi, and actuators that let you
connect and automate seamlessly. Real-world case studies show how IoT-based Energy Management Systems, such as smart
thermostats and lighting, can reduce energy consumption by up to 30%. Another application of interest is security, in the form of
real-time surveillance, smart locks, and intrusion detection systems that are shown to significantly enhance home safety with
reductions in emergency response times and burglary rates. However, this report highlights the future challenges faced with the
advancements in device interoperability, high initial costs, and cybersecurity vulnerabilities. The emergence of 5G, edge
computing, AI, and blockchain will provide promising solutions to these issues, enabling the development of scalable and secure
IoT Ecosystems. Finally, suggestions are made on a pathway for industry stakeholders and policymakers to encourage
innovation and adoption. By solving these challenges, IoT can make smart homes smart, energy efficient, secure, and
sustainable living spaces, as well as drive great success in energy and security management.
The Role of the Internet of Things in the Telecom Sector
Authors: Patil Mr. Bhushan Sanjiv
Published: January 2025

The Internet of Things (IoT) is transforming the telecommunications sector by enhancing connectivity, operational
efficiency, and service innovation. This review examines the pivotal role of IoT in shaping the telecom industry, focusing on key
areas such as network optimization, predictive maintenance, and the development of smart services. IoT technologies enable
telecom operators to manage vast amounts of data generated by connected devices, improve network performance through
automation and analytics, and expand revenue streams by offering IoT-driven solutions for industries like healthcare,
transportation, and manufacturing. Additionally, this paper discusses the challenges in implementing IoT in telecom, including
security concerns, scalability, and interoperability, while exploring emerging trends such as 5G integration, edge computing, and
artificial intelligence in IoT ecosystems. By synthesizing recent advancements and case studies, this review highlights the
transformative potential of IoT in driving the telecom sector toward a more connected and intelligent future.
Moreover, the integration of IoT with emerging technologies like 5G, edge computing, and artificial intelligence is creating
smarter and more responsive networks that cater to the growing demand for seamless, high-speed connectivity. However, the
adoption of IoT in telecommunications comes with challenges, including ensuring data security, maintaining scalability in an
increasingly interconnected ecosystem, and addressing interoperability issues between diverse devices and platforms
Empowering Accessibility: Bridging Communication Gap through Sign Language Detection Systems using Convolution Neural Network
Authors: Parab Sayali , Bhattacharjee Mr. Chayan
Published: January 2025

Abstract: The real-time sign language detection system is developed for detecting the gestures of Indian Sign Language (ISL).
This paper presents another way of developing and evaluating the real-time sign language detection system which is aimed at
bridging the communication gap. Sign language consists of hand gestures. For detecting the sign using a sign language
detection system, the region of interest (ROI) is identified and tracked using the skin segmentation feature. Leveraging computer
vision and machine learning techniques, the real-time sign language detection system detects and interprets sign language
gestures in real-time, which also enables seamless communication between signers and non-signers. It captures the landmarks
of the hands and the key points of landmarks are stored in an array. After that, we can train the model on it using TensorFlow
and Keras. In the end, the model can be tested in real-time by taking live feed from the webcam. A real-time sign language
detection system is one of the potential applications for deaf and dumb people as it helps them to connect with the world and
communicate with society. Evaluation of the real-time sign language detection system was conducted using a variety of metrics,
including accuracy, precision, recall, and F1 score. Real-world scenarios were simulated to assess the system's performance in
dynamic environments with varying lighting conditions and backgrounds. Results demonstrate the system's robustness and
efficiency in accurately detecting and interpreting sign language gestures in real-time, with an average accuracy exceeding 90%.
This research contributes to the advancement of assistive technologies and lays the groundwork for enhanced accessibility and
inclusion for the deaf and hard-of hearing community. TensorFlow, a machine learning library, identifies and classifies and
classifies the sign language gestures in each frame. The output of the neural network will be information about the detected
sign.to the user.
AudioVeritas: A Machine Learning Model to Detect Deepfake Audio
Authors: M Ganavi
Published: January 2025

With the rapid advancement of deep learning technologies, the creation of synthetic media, particularly deepfake
audio, has become increasingly prevalent. Deepfake audio convincingly replicates human voices, presenting both innovative
opportunities and significant risks, including misinformation and fraud. Detecting such audio is challenging due to the subtle
differences from real speech, often imperceptible to human hearing. This paper introduces a machine learning-based framework
for detecting and classifying audio as "REAL" or "DEEPFAKE." Leveraging signal processing techniques, including MelFrequency Cepstral Coefficients (MFCCs), Chroma Features, and Spectral Properties, our approach identifies patterns
distinguishing real audio from synthetic. The proposed system addresses ethical and security concerns surrounding synthetic
audio misuse while contributing to advancements in deepfake detection research.
Design and Application of Ohmic Heating to Study the Effect on Tomato Puree
Authors: Singh Aruna , M Moses Paul , Daniel S Joy , R Indusree , Abdullah Aslam
Published: January 2025

Abstract: Ohmic heating is a non-conventional method of heating as an alternative to the existing heating techniques. Tomato is
an abundant vegetable used widely and about 16% is lost as waste. To reduce waste, alternate products like puree, jam, juice can
be made. Lycopene is a heat sensitive antioxidant present in tomatoes. The present study is done to design ohmic heating to treat
tomato puree and study the effect on lycopene content. The study also tries to understand the correlation between the heating
rate and various other parameters, such as voltage gradient, conductivity, and temperature. The voltage was varied between 10
and 30 V/cm, with a 5 V/cm interval. The time taken to reach a temperature of 98 ℃ varied from 20 to 140 s for 10 V/cm to 30
V/cm respectively, with a minimum reduction of 12% in lycopene content at 30 V/cm
Understanding regulations, tax sanctions and taxpayer compliance: the role of risk preference moderation
Authors: Nurwati Egha , Umaimah Umaimah
Published: January 2025

Purpose: This study aims to provide empirical evidence empirical evidence related to tax knowledge and tax sanctions with risk preference as moderating preference as a moderator for increasing taxpayer compliance.
Methodology/approach: The population of this study were taxpayers registered at KPP Pratama Gresik, and the technique used for sample testing was purposive sampling. The research data was collected by distributing questionnaires and analyzed using the Smart-PLS software application.
Findings: The results of Understanding Tax Regulations have a positive effect on taxpayer compliance while Tax Sanctions have no positive effect on taxpayer compliance, as well as risk preferences that cannot moderate the understanding of tax regulations and tax sanctions on taxpayer compliance.
Practical and Theoretical contribution/Originality: This study can explain the Planned Behavior theory and Prospect Theory regarding the behavior of a taxpayer at the level of taxpayer compliance. This study also provides an overview of the level of compliance of individual taxpayers.
Research Limitation: The limitations in this study are limited time and limited resources to collect data within a certain period. In addition, data collection that only relies on surveys has the potential to affect the representativeness of the findings, because only some taxpayers are willing to participate. Limited access to tax data. Future research is recommended to extend the period of data collection to obtain more representative results and consider using other methods that can overcome limitations in data collection, such as the use of broader secondary data.
Analisis dan simulasi solusi kemacetan akibat pengaruh bus kota pada jalinan tunggal jalan arteri
Authors: Ratieh Rahmadhani Warto SA  , Eva Azhra Latifa
Published: January 2025

Jalan Transyogi memiliki jalinan tunggal yang mempertemukan Jalan Buperta dengan Exit Toll Cibubur. Pada jalinan tunggal ini kendaraan akan cenderung melambat, ditambah lagi kehadiran halte bus pada bahu jalan sehingga terjadilah konflik yang menyebabkan kemacetan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis penyebab dan mencari solusi terhadap penguraian kemacetan Jalan Transyogi. Metode penelitian bersifat kuantitatif dimana data didapatkan dari hasil survei volume, jenis dan kecepatan kendaraan dilapangan pada jam sibuk dan tidak sibuk hari kerja, serta data sekunder yang bersifat sebagai penunjang. Data di analisis menggunakan PKJI 2023 yang kemudian disimulasikan menggunakan aplikasi VISSIM dalam bentuk 3 dimensi. Hasil analisis menunjukkan nilai rasio menjalin pada jalinan tunggal ruas Jalan Transyogi adalah 0.48 artinya jalinan tersebut masih layak menampung jumlah kendaraan yang melaluinya. Berdasarkan hasil analisis kapasitas jalinan tunggal, adanya pengaruh kehadiran bus kota didapatkan nilai derajat kejenuhan (DJ) sebesar 1.014; kecepatan tempuh (VT) sebesar 18.62 km/jam, dan waktu tempuh (WT) 42 detik. Dari hasil perhitungan didapatkan bahwa untuk setiap kedatangan satu bus sama dengan bertambahnya hambatan samping berupa kendaraan melambat sebanyak 41 buah. Dengan demikian tanpa pengaruh bus, nilai – nilai diatas turun menjadi derajat kejenuhan (DJ) 0.677; kecepatan tempuh (VT) 21 km/jam; dan waktu tempuh rata – rata (WT) yang dibutuhkan 36 detik, setelah alternatif solusi terbaik diterapkan yaitu dengan menghilangkan hambatan samping diimbangi mengatur jam operasional dari kendaraan sedang (KS) untuk tidak melewati Jalan Transyogi pada jam puncak, serta membuatkan jalur khusus untuk perhentian bus kota. Alternatif solusi ini mampu bertahan selama 1 tahun yakni hingga tahun 2025, dan memerlukan kajian ulang pada tahun ke 2 untuk memastikan syarat kelayakan jalinan tunggal pada Jalan Transyogi tetap terpenuhi.
Hubungan antara jarak proyek dengan persepsi masyarakat terhadap pembangunan rumah sakit di Kabupaten Demak
Authors: Erma Zakiy Arifah  , Trida Ridho Fariz  , Andin Irsadi  , Abdul Jabbar
Published: January 2025

Dampak sosial pembangunan dikaji dalam dokumen Analisis Mengenai Dampak Lingkungan (AMDAL). Umumnya dampak sosial dalam dokumen lingkungan dikaji menggunakan buffer berupa jarak administrasi yang merujuk pada PP No 22 tahun 2021 Pasal 44 ayat 2. Masyarakat yang memiliki kedekatan jarak tinggal dengan rencana usaha atau proyek pasti mendapatkan manfaat serta kerugian bukan hanya pada jarak administrasi. Diasumsikan bahwa persepsi masyarakat terhadap manfaat dan kerugian dari proyek itu dapat dipengaruhi oleh jarak dari proyek itu sendiri.Studi ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis bagaimana jarak spasial atau batas sosial desa mempengaruhi dampak sosial, dan hubungan antara faktor-faktor tersebut dengan persepsi masyarakat terhadap pembangunan. Penelitian dilakukan di RW 02/RT 02, 03, 04, 05, dan 06 di Desa Pulosari. Kajian ini menggunakan empat indikator dampak antara lain pola sosial (S), peluang berusaha (E), kenyamanan, dan kamtibmas (B). Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui kuesioner, observasi, dan purposive random sampling. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa dampak yang paling signifikan terjadi pada pola sosial, dimana 97% responden setuju bahwa pembangunan mempengaruhi perilaku sosial. Persepsi berdasarkan jarak proyek memiliki hasil sangat dekat (316), dekat (3.04), jauh (2.96), dan sangat jauh (3.44), dengan “sangat jauh” tergolong “sangat tinggi”. Sedangkan untuk jarak jalan, hasil persepsinya yaitu sangat dekat (3.08), dekat (3.92), jauh (3.24), dan sangat jauh (3.12), semuanya tergolong “tinggi”. Namun analisis Chi-Square menunjukkan tidak ada perbedaan yang signifikan antara jarak spasial dan persepsi. Jarak proyek maupun jarak jalan menunjukkan hubungan keterkaitan, namun tidak ditemukan perbedaan yang signifikan, kemungkinan karena sifat wilayah perkotaan yang tidak kompak. Informasi yang disajikan dalam penelitian ini dapat dikembangkan pemerintah sebagai acuan pembuatan AMDAL dengan membuat model matematis untuk memberikan informasi yang lebih spesifik.
Numerical simulation of dynamic processes during operation of emergency brake of tunnel escalators
Authors:   Emperor Alexander I St. Petersburg State Transport University, Kozlov M.N.
Published: January 2025

The emergency brake is an essential element of the escalator safety system, designed to prevent the negative consequences of emergency situations. However, due to the very rare operation of this mechanism, the effect of dynamic loads on its elements has not been sufficiently studied. In addition, the use of normally closed brakes with a constant torque requires a more detailed study of the setting of the contacting surfaces. The purpose of this work is to evaluate the operating parameters, as well as the stress-strain state of the emergency brake elements using virtual modeling in the Comsol Mutliphysics software package, under conditions of different loading of the escalator and the area of setting of the friction surfaces. The article presents the results of numerical simulation of the dynamic loading mode of the clutch bolts of the ratchet emergency brake device of the tunnel escalator. The case of the occurrence of an abnormal node position as a result of the formation of a grip on the working surfaces of the friction device is considered. The results of a numerical experiment performed in the program of finite element modeling of Comsol Multiphysics in a three-dimensional nonstationary formulation are presented.
Los retos de la planificación urbana, retrospectiva y prospectiva
Authors: Zazo-Moratalla Ana
Published: January 2025

Since 2017, Urbano’s Editorial has been the space in which, as an editor, I have reflected on a variety of problems and challenges related to urban planning and the university reality that have accompanied me on my university journey as a member of UBB’s academic staff.
Among them, and in an attempt to unify the articles’ topics, the editorial has addressed the ladder of participation (n.37), exposing the need for public involvement to ensure a high level in the result’s outreach to achieve real citizen power. Similarly, I have put on the table the problems related to peri-urban territories (n.39) that, with nuances in terms of methods and forms of agricultural production, globally suffer similar problems derived from urban pressure.
On the other hand, and as a response to a changing reality in our Penquista environment, the editorial has dealt with the issue of density limits (n.38), together with Ignacio Bisbal, where we questioned the methods that were being proposed for urban re-densification through verticalization. The social structuring on an urban and neighborhood scale that emerged through the social uprising (n.40) was also addressed. It was considered that this could be the germ to channel the real needs of citizens for a new constitution. Within the new constitution’s development framework, the editorial approached the necessary inclusion of the right to food (n.43) and what this would imply regarding public policy to ensure spatial and economic accessibility to healthy food for everyone. The protection and management of urban wetlands have also been touched upon under the framework of the new law (n.44) after the fires in the Rocuant-Andalién Wetland and the reduction of urban wetlands such as Pichi Mapu in the Nonguén neighborhood.
De proletarios a propietarios, de propietarios a inversionistas: una reflexión sobre las transformaciones socio espaciales de la vivienda en Chile
Authors: Correa-Parra Juan
Published: January 2025

Housing matters not just as a guarantee of people’s fundamental rights, but also as a space for personal and affective development and for social insertion, along with access to different networks, opportunities, goods, and services that cities offer. In the last few years, a global access to housing crisis has been created, catapulted by the neoliberal logic that has converted the city into a space for speculation through the housing markets. In the Chilean case, the fingerprints of the dictatorship remain alive through the logic of converting the country from proletarians into owners through a vision of housing as a consumer good. Recently, this has been distorted by a new logic of understanding housing as a financial asset, thus converting these owners into investors. This study analyzes the socio-spatial location patterns in the social housing complexes built between 1974 and 2017 and the property developments with an investment approach built from 2010 to 2023. The results show the profound imprint these new owner and investor dynamics have left on the different Chilean cities, evidencing that housing is not just an investment asset par excellence, but also an element that consolidates socio-spatial inequalities.