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Privacy and integrity-preserving data aggregation scheme for wireless sensor networks digital twins
Authors: Zhang Zhiming , Yang Wei , Wu Fuying , Li Ping
Published: October 2023

The security technology of digital twin is an important guarantee to ensure the security of digital twin operation, which mainly includes network security technology, data security technology and privacy protection technology. In wireless sensor networks, data aggregation technologies are known as a suitable solution to reduce energy consumption. In addition, due to wireless communications, wireless sensor networks are subject to many attacks. Therefore, it is very important to provide data security in the data aggregation process. In this paper, in order to protect data privacy and verify data integrity, moreover, balance the energy consumption and security during the data aggregation, we present a privacy and integrity–preserving data aggregation scheme for wireless sensor networks based on digital twins technology and homomorphic fingerprinting (HFPIDA). The HFPIDA adopts privacy function to protect data privacy and adopts homomorphic fingerprinting technology to verify the aggregation data integrity. Security analysis shows that the HFPIDA can effectively preserve data privacy and verify data integrity. Simulation results show that the HFPIDA requires less communication and energy overheads, and can achieve higher aggregation accuracy.
Lymphangiogenesis in gastric cancer: function and mechanism
Authors: Liu Pengpeng , Ding Ping’an , Sun Chenyu , Chen Shuya , Lowe Scott , Meng Lingjiao , Zhao Qun
Published: October 2023

Increased lymphangiogenesis and lymph node (LN) metastasis are thought to be important steps in cancer metastasis, and are associated with patient's poor prognosis. There is increasing evidence that the lymphatic system may play a crucial role in regulating tumor immune response and limiting tumor metastasis, since tumor lymphangiogenesis is more prominent in tumor metastasis and diffusion. Lymphangiogenesis takes place in embryonic development, wound healing, and a variety of pathological conditions, including tumors. Tumor cells and tumor microenvironment cells generate growth factors (such as lymphangiogenesis factor VEGF-C/D), which can promote lymphangiogenesis, thereby inducing the metastasis and diffusion of tumor cells. Nevertheless, the current research on lymphangiogenesis in gastric cancer is relatively scattered and lacks a comprehensive understanding. Therefore, in this review, we aim to provide a detailed perspective on molecules and signal transduction pathways that regulate gastric cancer lymphogenesis, which may provide new insights for the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.
Percutaneous closure of simple congenital heart diseases under echocardiographic guidance
Authors: Jiang Ying , Luo Fanyan , Bu Haisong
Published: October 2023

Congenital heart disease (CHD), birth defect with the highest incidence rates worldwide, and is mainly characterized by the abnormal internal structure of the heart or/and the anatomical structure of great vessels. In the past few decades, CHD repair surgery through standard median sternotomy incision combined with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) technology has been considered the gold standard for surgical correction of heart and great vessels. With the promotion and clinical application of interventional catheterization technology, transcatheter closure of CHD under radioactive radiation has gradually been recognized and applied. However, its radiation exposure and potential complications related to arteriovenous vessels still face challenges. In recent years, an increasing number of surgeons have explored new surgical procedures, for the safe and effective treatment of CHD, as far as possible to reduce surgical trauma, avoid radiation exposure, and improve the cosmetic effect. Therefore, on the premise of satisfactory exposure or guidance, how to integrate ultrasound and percutaneous interventional technology remained the focus of the exploration. This mini-review highlights and summarizes the signs of progress of ultrasound intervention in the last decade that have proven the effectiveness and operability of a well-established procedure for percutaneous closure of congenital heart diseases under echocardiographic guidance only. We discuss potential diseases that will benefit from this emerging procedure based on this progress. Owing to the crucial advantages played by this strategy in the treatment of CHD, better understanding and promotion of this less exploited field may contribute to the development of therapeutics targeting CHD, improve medical utilization rate, promote the optimization of medical resources, and ultimately achieve precise and efficient medical treatment.
The biological functions and metabolic pathways of valine in swine
Authors: Wang Chuni , Peng Yao , Zhang Yiru , Xu Juan , Jiang Sheng , Wang Leli , Yin Yulong
Published: October 2023

Valine is an essential amino acid and a type of branched-chain amino acid. Due to the involvement of branched-chain amino acids in various metabolic pathways, there has been a surge of interests in valine nutrition and its role in animal physiology. In pigs, the interactions between valine and other branched-chain amino acids or aromatic amino acids are complex. In this review, we delve into the interaction mechanism, metabolic pathways, and biological functions of valine. Appropriate valine supplementation not only enhances growth and reproductive performances, but also modulates gut microbiota and immune functions. Based on past observations and interpretations, we provide recommended feed levels of valine for weaned piglets, growing pigs, gilts, lactating sows, barrows and entire males. The summarized valine nutrient requirements for pigs at different stages offer valuable insights for future research and practical applications in animal husbandry.
Associations of genome-wide structural variations with phenotypic differences in cross-bred Eurasian pigs
Authors: Zong Wencheng , Wang Jinbu , Zhao Runze , Niu Naiqi , Su Yanfang , Hu Ziping , Liu Xin , Hou Xinhua , Wang Ligang , Wang Lixian , Zhang Longchao
Published: October 2023

Background

During approximately 10,000 years of domestication and selection, a large number of structural variations (SVs) have emerged in the genome of pig breeds, profoundly influencing their phenotypes and the ability to adapt to the local environment. SVs (≥ 50 bp) are widely distributed in the genome, mainly in the form of insertion (INS), mobile element insertion (MEI), deletion (DEL), duplication (DUP), inversion (INV), and translocation (TRA). While studies have investigated the SVs in pig genomes, genome-wide association studies (GWAS)-based on SVs have been rarely conducted.

Results

Here, we obtained a high-quality SV map containing 123,151 SVs from 15 Large White and 15 Min pigs through integrating the power of several SV tools, with 53.95% of the SVs being reported for the first time. These high-quality SVs were used to recover the population genetic structure, confirming the accuracy of genotyping. Potential functional SV loci were then identified based on positional effects and breed stratification. Finally, GWAS were performed for 36 traits by genotyping the screened potential causal loci in the F2 population according to their corresponding genomic positions. We identified a large number of loci involved in 8 carcass traits and 6 skeletal traits on chromosome 7, with FKBP5 containing the most significant SV locus for almost all traits. In addition, we found several significant loci in intramuscular fat, abdominal circumference, heart weight, and liver weight, etc.

Conclusions

We constructed a high-quality SV map using high-coverage sequencing data and then analyzed them by performing GWAS for 25 carcass traits, 7 skeletal traits, and 4 meat quality traits to determine that SVs may affect body size between European and Chinese pig breeds.
Factors associated with recommendation behaviors of four non-National Immunization Program vaccines: a cross-sectional survey among public health workers in China
Authors: Lyu Yun , Lai Xiaozhen , Ma Yidi , Fang Hai
Published: October 2023

Background

Immunization is a crucial preventive measure to safeguard children under five years old against a range of diseases. In China, the coverage rate of non-National Immunization Program (non-NIP) vaccines can be improved by leveraging the recommendation from public health workers. Hence, understanding the influencing factors of recommendation behaviors assume paramount importance. This study aims to investigate influencing factors of public health workers' recommendation behaviors towards non-NIP vaccines, with a particular emphasis on financial incentives.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey was conducted using a multi-stage sampling method in 2019 from August to October. 627 public health workers were recruited from 148 community healthcare centers in ten provincial-level administrative divisions in China. An anonymous questionnaire was used to collect demographic information, attitudes towards vaccination, and recommendation behaviors towards non-NIP vaccines, including Haemophilus influenzae type b (Hib) vaccine, pneumococcal conjugate vaccine, varicella vaccine, and rotavirus vaccine. Descriptive analysis and multivariate logistic regression analysis were adopted in this study.

Results

Of the 610 public health workers with complete survey data, 53.8%, 57.4%, 84.1%, and 54.1% often recommended Hib vaccine, pneumococcal pneumonia vaccine (PCV), varicella vaccine, and rotavirus vaccine, respectively. Logistic regression revealed that gender (Hib vaccine: OR = 0.4, 95% CI: 0.2–0.8; PCV: OR = 0.4, 95% CI: 0.2–0.8; rotavirus vaccine: OR = 0.3, 95% CI: 0.2–0.6), financial incentives for non-NIP vaccination (Hib vaccine: OR = 1.9, 95% CI: 1.1–3.6; PCV: OR = 2.1, 95% CI: 1.1–3.9; rotavirus vaccine: OR = 2.0, 95% CI: 1.1–3.8) and perception of vaccine safety (Hib vaccine: OR = 2.7, 95% CI: 1.1–7.0; PCV: OR = 3.2, 95% CI: 1.2–8.0; rotavirus vaccine: OR = 3.0, 95% CI: 1.2–7.7) were associated with public health workers’ recommendation towards Hib vaccine, PCV and rotavirus vaccine.

Conclusions

The findings highlighted public health workers’ recommendation behaviors of non-NIP vaccines in China and revealed strong association between vaccine recommendation and financial incentives. This highlights the importance of financial incentives in public health workers’ recommendation toward non-NIP vaccines in China. Proper incentives are recommended for public health workers to encourage effective health promotion in immunization practices.

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The predicting role of EFL teachers’ immediacy behaviors in students’ willingness to communicate and academic engagement
Authors: Hu Li , Wang Yongliang
Published: October 2023

Background

Teacher-student interactions and proximity have been shown influential in second/foreign (L2) education. However, the role of L2 teachers’ immediacy behaviors on students’ willingness to communicate (WTC) and academic engagement remains relatively unexamined in the context of English as a foreign language (EFL).

Purpose

This study intended to examine the association among EFL teachers’ immediacy behaviors and students’ WTC and engagement.

Methods

In this quantitative study, three online questionnaires were completed by 400 Chinese EFL students in different universities out of which 364 were valid.

Results

The results of statistical analysis and structural equation modeling (SEM) indicated that teachers’ immediacy behaviors (verbal, nonverbal) had a highly significant influence on EFL students’ WTC (ß=0.89, p = .000) and academic engagement (ß=0.71, p = .000). It was also revealed that teachers’ immediacy could predict 89% and 71% of variances in students’ WTC academic engagement, respectively.

Conclusions

Based on the results, I could be concluded that EFL teachers’ interpersonal communication abilities (e.g., immediacy) foster the establishment and growth of other positive outcomes among learners.

Implications

The study presents some conclusions and practical implications for EFL teachers, materials developers, and trainers to integrate the nonverbal cues of L2 communication into their practices. Such practices have the potential to enhance students’ willingness to communicate (WTC) and improve academic engagement.
Compost, plants and endophytes versus metal contamination: choice of a restoration strategy steers the microbiome in polymetallic mine waste
Authors: Kracmarova-Farren Martina , Papik Jakub , Uhlik Ondrej , Freeman John , Foster Andrea , Leewis Mary-Cathrine , Creamer Courtney
Published: October 2023

Finding solutions for the remediation and restoration of abandoned mining areas is of great environmental importance as they pose a risk to ecosystem health. In this study, our aim was to determine how remediation strategies with (i) compost amendment, (ii) planting a metal-tolerant grass Bouteloua curtipendula, and (iii) its inoculation with beneficial endophytes influenced the microbiome of metal-contaminated tailings originating from the abandoned Blue Nose Mine, SE Arizona, near Patagonia (USA). We conducted an indoor microcosm experiment followed by a metataxonomic analysis of the mine tailings, compost, and root samples. Our results showed that each remediation strategy promoted a distinct pattern of microbial community structure in the mine tailings, which correlated with changes in their chemical properties. The combination of compost amendment and endophyte inoculation led to the highest prokaryotic diversity and total nitrogen and organic carbon, but also induced shifts in microbial community structure that significantly correlated with an enhanced potential for mobilization of Cu and Sb. Our findings show that soil health metrics (total nitrogen, organic carbon and pH) improved, and microbial community changed, due to organic matter input and endophyte inoculation, which enhanced metal leaching from the mine waste and potentially increased environmental risks posed by Cu and Sb. We further emphasize that because the initial choice of remediation strategy can significantly impact trace element mobility via modulation of both soil chemistry and microbial communities, site specific, bench-scale preliminary tests, as reported here, can help determine the potential risk of a chosen strategy.
Molecular identification of the brown marmorated stink bug’s egg parasitoids by species-specific PCR collected from Beijing, China
Authors: Ali Muhammad Yasir , Liu Yu-Di , Li Feng-Qi , Hou Mao-Lin , Zhang Jin-Ping , Zhang Feng
Published: October 2023

Brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB), Halyomorpha halys (Stål) (Hemiptera: Penta-tomidae), is a highly polyphagous and invasive insect pest with more than 300 plant species as hosts, including a wide range of economic crops. To date, several egg parasitoid species are reported to attack BMSB. In this study, two species of Trissolcus (Hymenoptera: Platygastridae) and one Anastatus (Hymenoptera: Eupelmidae) were recovered from field exposed BMSB sentinel eggs in Beijing, China. The wasps’ small size of only 1.5 mm and 4 mm in length make them difficult to identify morphologically and required taxonomist for identification of specific species. In addition, these parasitoids have morphology sibling species and have been misidentified several times in China. To overcome these problems, a molecular method with species-specific primers designed for the COI gene has been developed to identify Trissolcus, Anastatus and their host samples from field collected samples. After successful morphological confirmation with experts, DNA extractions were carried out from these samples. PCR amplification using published primers for T. japonicus, A. japonicus and BMSB specimens confirmed the species. As for T. cultratus, species specific primers TCYF and TCYR were developed which produce 340-bp PCR products length while no positive amplifications found in other wasps and host. Sensitivity analysis of markers revealed that TCYF and TCYR primers could detect as low a DNA template concentration as 0.00025 ng/μL. This indicates that PCR with these primers specifically and sensitively differentiates T. cultratus specimens from other similar wasp species. All the primers tested in this study could discriminate between parasitized and non-parasitized BMSB eggs. This molecular identification method shows promise for conveniently identifying Trissolcus and Anastatus species in host-parasitoid associations and accurately evaluating parasitism rates in the field.
Mechanical properties of interply and intraply hybrid laminates based on jute-glass/epoxy composites
Authors: Altaee Maysam A. , Mostafa Nawras H.
Published: October 2023

Currently, hybridization of natural-synthetic fibers within a polymeric matrix has received wide attention owing to its promising properties. This study investigated the mechanical properties of interply and intraply hybrid jute (J)-glass (G) fiber/epoxy composites. The mechanical properties (i.e., tensile, flexural, and impact) of the pure jute, pure glass, and their hybrid composites were evaluated. The prepared composite samples consisted of five plies of woven fabrics. Interply hybrid composites comprised three layering sequences: G3JG, GJGJG, and 2GJ2G. Intraply hybrid composites of similar co-woven plies were fabricated by either the alternative replacement of a single glass yarn with a single jute yarn (G1J1) or two jute yarns (G1J2). The results showed that increasing the glass fraction in the interply hybrid composites improved their tensile properties. The two intraply hybrid composites provided almost similar tensile moduli, while the tensile strength of the G1J1 samples was approximately 41% higher than that of the G1J2 counterparts. The maximum flexural properties were provided by 2GJ2G composites, followed by GJGJG, and they were interestingly higher than those of pure glass composites. The G1J1 intraply hybrid composites offered a higher flexural strength and a lower flexural modulus than those provided by the pure glass composites. Compared to the pure glass composites, the impact strengths of the 2GJ2G and GJGJG samples decreased by 4% and 16%, respectively. In summary, the GJGJG hybrid composites exhibited the highest specific tensile, flexural, and impact properties compared to the other hybrid composites.
Prognostic Factors Improving ATA Risk System and Dynamic Risk Stratification in Low- and Intermediate-Risk DTC Patients
Authors: Maino Fabio , Botte Monica , Dalmiglio Cristina , Valerio Laura , Brilli Lucia , Trimarchi Andrea , Mattii Elisa , Cartocci Alessandra , Castagna Maria Grazia
Published: October 2023

Context

American Thyroid Association (ATA) guidelines do not consider age at diagnosis as a prognostic factor on the estimation of the risk of persistent/recurrent disease in differentiated thyroid carcinoma (DTC) patients. While age at diagnosis has already been assessed in high-risk patients, it remains to be established in low- and intermediate-risk patients.

Objective

The aim of our study was to investigate the role of age as a prognostic factor in the short- and long-term outcome of DTC patients classified at low and intermediate risk according to the ATA stratification risk system.

Methods

We retrospectively evaluated 863 DTC patients (mean follow-up: 10 ± 6.2 years) 52% classified as low (449/863) and 48% as intermediate risk (414/863). For each ATA-risk class patients were divided into subgroups based on age at diagnosis (<55 or ≥55 years).

Results

In the intermediate-risk group, patients aged 55 years or older had a higher rate of structural disease (11.6% vs 8.9%), recurrent disease (4.1% vs 0.7%), and death (4.1% vs 1%) when compared with younger patients (<55 years) (P = .007). Multivariate analysis confirmed that older age at diagnosis (odds ratio [OR] = 3.9; 95% CI, 1.9-8.6; P < .001) was an independent risk factor for worse long-term outcome together with response to initial therapy (OR = 13.0; 95% CI, 6.3-27.9; P < .001), and T (OR = 32; 95% CI, 1.4-7.1; P = .005) and N category (OR = 2.3; 95% CI, 1.1-5.0; P = .03). Nevertheless, a negative effect of older age was documented only in the subgroup of intermediate DTC patients with persistent structural disease after initial therapy. Indeed, the rate of worse long-term outcome rose from 13.3% in the whole population of intermediate DTC patients to 47.8% in patients with persistent structural disease after initial therapy (P < .001) and to 80% in patients older than 55 years and persistent structural disease after initial therapy (P = .02).

Conclusion

Our results suggest that age at diagnosis further predict individual outcomes in Intermediate-Risk DTC allowing ongoing management to be tailored accordingly.
Renal dysfunction in patients with chronic toxic hepatitis and ways of its correction
Authors: Kvasnytska O. , Gozhenko A.
Published: October 2023

The aim of the study was to study the effectiveness of the long-acting angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor Lisinopril in the correction of renal dysfunction in patients with chronic hepatitis (CH).It was found that in patients with СH under conditions of spontaneous diuresis, the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) decreases by 1.33 times against the background of a decrease in water reabsorption (p<0.05) and a tendency to a decrease in sodium excretion. During a 2-hour water load, a 3-fold decrease in GFR (p<0.05) was revealed with a slight decrease in water reabsorption and a decrease in sodium and potassium excretion in the urine (p<0.05). The occurrence of such disturbances in response to exercise indicates functional changes that may be due to intrarenal vasospasm as a result of activation of the interstitial renin-angiotensin system. The іnclusion of Lisinopril at a dose of 2.5 mg in the treatment regimen had a positive effect both on the clinical symptoms of hepatitis - a decrease in the activity of ALT, AST, urea (p<0.05), and on the functional state of the kidneys, mainly due to the effect on filtration processes. This is especially clearly demonstrated by the implementation of the water load: an increase in diuresis by 2 times (p<0.05) against the background of an increase in the glomerular filtration rate by 3 times (p<0.05), excretion of sodium and potassium (p<0.05). This indicates an increase in the adaptive function of the kidneys when included in the treatment ACE inhibitor.
New Challenges of Learning Accounting With Artificial Intelligence: The Role of Innovation and Trust in Technology
Authors: Musyaffi Ayatulloh Michael , Baxtishodovich Bobur Sobirov , Afriadi Bambang , Hafeez Muhammad , Adha Maulana Amirul , Wibowo Sandi Nasrudin
Published: October 2023

Online learning has become increasingly popular, making the learning process more attractive. One of the most popular learning media is artificial intelligence (AI). However, students do not accept this technology at all. Therefore, this study examined the factors influencing accounting students' acceptance of AI in learning. The survey was conducted with 147 higher-education students who use AI as a learning medium. The data were analyzed using SmartPLS 4.0 with the partial least square approach. The results showed that perceived usefulness influenced behavioral intention to use and satisfaction. However, perceived ease of use was only significant for satisfaction. Similarly, perceived confidence must be consistent with intention. Although it may influence perceived usefulness, other constructs, such as AI quality and personal innovativeness, can increase students' perceptions of the benefits and convenience of adopting AI in learning. Thus, this study contributes to the development of the technology acceptance model (TAM) and the information systems success model and is helpful to scholars, especially in applying AI in learning. They need to pay attention to the quality of AI, such as the accuracy of the information produced. Thus, the need to control the information from the AI only serves as a reference without requiring you to trust it completely.
The Effects of the ADMIRE Program on the Learning Motivation and Self-regulated Learning of University Students
Authors: Klaykaew Kamolwan Karomprach , Prasittichok Pitchada
Published: October 2023

Learning motivation and self-regulated learning are prominent and essential characteristics to possess in this time of change, leading to lifelong learners. The aim of this study was to investigate the impact of the ADMIRE program on the learning motivation and self-regulated learning behavior of undergraduate students. The research consisted of a quasi-experimental design conducted for two months. The participants were divided into two homogenous groups including the intervention group (n = 85) and the control group (n = 79). Data were collected before and after the intervention using the learning motivation scale and self-regulated learning behavior scale. Finally, data were analyzed using MANOVA. The study results revealed that the ADMIRE program made a significant impact on the learning motivation and self-regulated learning behavior. Therefore, it can be concluded that the use of the ADMIRE program can lead to greater learning motivation and self-regulated learning behavior in the intervention group compared to the control group. The ADMIRE program gives students the opportunity to participate in initiatives to reach the desired learning outcomes. Instructors can also use the ADMIRE program during the process of proactive learning in various forms.
Students’ Perspectives on Civic Education through Digital Citizenship in The Virtual Era
Authors: Japar Muhammad , Casmana Asep Rudi , Adha Mohammad Mona , Fadhillah Dini Nur
Published: October 2023

This study aimed to determine Indonesian students’ perspectives on digital citizenship skills. Digital literacy is one of the most important needs in the community and the school environment. As educational institutions, universities are expected to integrate and develop an IT-based learning environment to help students develop digital skills. This study used social media and knowledge of rights and responsibilities in cyberspace to examine university students' digital-based skills. A descriptive method with a qualitative approach was also used to describe the perspectives of students about their rights and responsibilities. Participants included 12 students from state universities in Jakarta and Lampung. Data was collected through interviews and 90-minute focus group discussions (FGD). The results showed that the top three considerations that emphasized ethics in cyberspace were maintaining privacy, not spreading fake news, and respecting the Internet community. In this context, individuals must uphold their rights and responsibilities in the virtual world, and university students are expected to apply digital ethics appropriately.
Kedudukan Karya Seni Digital dalam Sistem Non-Fungible Token (NFT) Terhadap Undang-Undang Nomor 28 Tahun 2014 tentang Hak Cipta
Authors: Chrisnando Gabriel Rhema , Santoso Budi , Rahmanda Bagus
Published: October 2023

Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) make it easier for artists to utilize the moral and economic rights to their artworks in digital form. Unfortunately, the implementation of NFTs is still not accompanied by special regulations governing it. Law Number 28 of 2014 concerning Copyright can at least be a reference for its regulation because after all, one of the assets underlying the sale and purchase of NFTs is a work of art which is also protected by copyright. The purpose of this study is to analyze the position and legal protection of digital artworks in the NFT system from the perspective of Law Number 28 of 2014 concerning Copyright. This research uses a normative juridical approach method by taking secondary data sources and supporting data in the form of interviews with NFT creators which are then analyzed qualitatively. The results showed that digital artworks in the NFT system have the same position as works of art in general as they are also protected by copyright under Article 40 of Law Number 28 of 2014 concerning Copyright. However, there are several aspects in its implementation that are different from the Copyright Law, such as the royalty acquisition mechanism which is not based on a license agreement, but uses a smart contract which has become a default option offered in the NFT marketplace platform system. The NFT marketplace platform and the government exist as parties in charge of protecting copyright law.
Penerapan Teknologi Watermark Sebagai Upaya Perlindungan Hak Cipta Film pada Platform Bioskoponline.com
Authors: Mahendra Irwansyah Dhiaulhaq , Njatrijani Rinitami
Published: October 2023

Digitalization provides option for film-maker industry to penetrate their film release into digital mediums through film streaming platforms, one of which is Bioskop Online. Along with the ease of accessing film digitally, there is still a criminal loophole such as piracy or hijacking that goes alongside. The purpose of this reseacrh is to analyze copyrights protection on films that are released on film streaming platforms according to Law Number 28 of 2014 concerning Copyright, and also the implementation of watermark technology applied by Bioskop Online as an effort to protect the copyright of content in it. This research using  normative juridicial research method through a statute approach, also using secondary data sources and another supporting data in the form of interviews with Head of Content in Bioskop Online platform. The results concluded that films that released in Bioskop Online streaming platform is legally protected by the Copyright Law. Furthermore, the watermark technology used by Bioskop Online is also protected by Copyright Law as a copyright management information, copyright electronic information, and a technological protection measures.
The language of sound: events and meaning multitasking of words
Authors: Hartman Jenny , Paradis Carita
Published: October 2023

The focus of much sensory language research has been on vocabulary and codability, not how language is used in communication of sensory perceptions. We make a case for discourse-oriented research about sensory language as an alternative to the prevailing vocabulary orientation. To consider the language of sound in authentic textual data, we presented participants with 20 everyday sounds of unknown sources and asked them to describe the sounds in as much detail as possible, as if describing them to someone who could not hear them. We explored how the participants use language to describe these sounds. Do they describe their listening experiences (stressful), sound properties (intermittent beeping), and/or the events that caused the sounds (eating an apple)? The results show that out of these three soundscape elements, events are the most frequent and most indispensable element. We let the results from the study illustrate the need for more discursive data in studies of sensory language and argue that there is no designated language of sound. Our study highlights that in order to account for sensory language use, we need an analytical framework that accommodates discursive language in a non-trivial way beyond stable couplings between individual words and meanings.
Heat transfer effect on the performance of three-heat-reservoir thermal Brownian refrigerator
Authors: Qi Congzheng , Chen Lingen , Ge Yanlin , Feng Huijun
Published: October 2023

A finite-time thermodynamic (FTT) model of three-heat-reservoir thermal Brownian refrigerator is established in this paper. This model can be equivalent to the coupling of a thermal Brownian engine and a thermal Brownian refrigerator with heat transfer effects. Expressions for cooling load and coefficient of performance (COP) are derived by combining FTT and non-equilibrium thermodynamics (NET). The system performance is studied and compared with those of previous models. For fixed internal parameters, the thermal conductance distributions among three heat exchangers are optimized for maximal cooling load. For fixed inventory allocations, the internal parameters are also optimized for maximal cooling load. Finally, the double-maximum cooling load is obtained by optimizing internal parameters and external thermal conductance distributions simultaneously, and the optimal operating temperatures are also derived. Results show that half of total thermal conductance should be placed in condenser to reject heat to ambient under maximal cooling load regime. The heat transfer determines system performance by controlling the working temperatures and the coupling of two external loads. The system works in reversible state when COP reaches its maximum value. The new performance limits can predict that of three-heat-reservoir thermal Brownian refrigerator more accurately, and also include those of NET model.
PMD tolerant transmission using multiple optical phase conjugators in the discretely amplified systems
Authors: Tong Xiaogang , Cao Weiwei , Zhang Junsheng , Liang Haijian
Published: October 2023

In this paper, the impact of polarization mode dispersion (PMD) on system performance in coherent optical transmission assisted by optical phase conjugation (OPC) technique is numerically investigated for a 9-channel PM-4QAM system at 128Gbit/s. The OPC-aided transmission, amplified with lumped erbium doped fiber amplifier (EDFA), is a variation of the conventional dispersion-managed link, which is also called dispersion-inverted link. We demonstrate that introducing more OPCs along the link can partly suppress the PMD-induced impairments and thus improve the system performance significantly. Results of 960-km dispersion-managed transmission show that PMD effect will cause a performance penalty of 1.8 dB when using mid-link OPC (i.e., only 1-OPC), while this penalty will decrease to about 0.4 dB when employing 6-OPCs along the link. Comparing with conventional digital back-propagation (DBP) technique, a performance improvement of about 3.1 dB is observed with multi-OPCs when fiber PMD is equal to 0.1ps/

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Fractional-order modeling: Analysis of foam drainage and Fisher's equations
Authors: Alshehry Azzh Saad , Yasmin Humaira , Shah Rasool , Ullah Roman , Khan Asfandyar
Published: October 2023

In this study, we use a dual technique that combines the Laplace residual power series method (LRPSM) and the new iteration method, both of which are combined with the Caputo operator. Our primary goal is to solve two unique but difficult partial differential equations: the foam drainage equation and the nonlinear time-fractional Fisher’s equation. These equations, which are crucial in modeling complex processes, confront analytical complications, owing to their fractional derivatives and nonlinear behavior. We develop exact and efficient solutions by merging these unique methodologies, which are supported by thorough figures and tables that demonstrate the precision and trustworthiness of our methodology. We not only shed light on the solutions to these equations, but also demonstrate the prowess of the LRPSM and the new iteration method as powerful tools for grappling with complex mathematical and physical models, significantly contributing to advancements in various scientific domains.
Design and analysis of timber-concrete-based civil structures and its applications: A brief review
Authors: Hosseini Mahdi , Gaff Milan , Lair John , Hui David , Li Haitao , Hosseini Ahmad , Ghosh Pritam , Jian Bingyu
Published: October 2023

Builders, designers, and the research community are becoming interested in incorporating timber and concrete based composite structures because they effectively integrate the structural qualities of timber and concrete. The structure’s stiffness, ductility, and load capacity are all affected by the quality of the timber connections used in construction. However, timber-concrete-based structures are limited due to a lack of design knowledge and the brittle failure behaviour of timber under shear or tensile loading. Experimental, numerical, and analytical methods have been proposed in the literature, and the key parameters influencing the performance of timber-concrete structures have been discussed. This study addresses the current challenges in designing timber-concrete connections and their failure modes and suggests simple performance-based analytical models that determine the failure mode. It looks at some of the best numerical design methods used in the past and tries to determine the best way to use timber as a possible way to use safe design principles for timber–concrete composite structures in the future.
Cobalt-bearing adamite from Cap Garonne, Mine du Pradet, France – structural relationship to olivenite and magnetic behavior
Authors: Paulsen Christian , Reimann Maximilian Kai , Holtkamp Michael , Galéa-Clolus Valérie , Karst Uwe , Pöttgen Rainer
Published: October 2023

The crystal structure of cobalt-bearing adamite (Zn, Co)2AsO4OH (so-called cobalton adamite) from Mine du Pradet, Cap Garonne, France has been refined from single crystal X-ray diffraction data: Pnnm, a = 831.39(4), b = 852.67(6), c = 605.84(6) pm, wR = 0.0568, 901 F
2 values, 48 variables. The composition of the single crystal and the bulk sample with EDX and ICP-OES was determined as Zn1.94Co0.06(AsO4)OH and (Co0.085Ni0.037Cu0.270Zn1.608)AsO4OH. The Co2+, Ni2+ and Cu2+ incorporation in the bulk sample leads to Curie paramagnetism with an experimental moment of 2.85 µB/M
2+ cation and explains the pink color along with the greenish edges. The Raman spectrum shows the characteristic vibrations of the AsO4 tetrahedra and the MO5 pyramids as well as the O–H stretching mode. The adamite structure is closely related with the olivenite type (space group P21/n11). This structural relationship is discussed on the basis of a group–subgroup scheme (Bärnighausen formalism).
Efficient Net B5: A Robust Approach to Detect Morphed Images
Authors: Teli Swapnali Ravindra , Powar Prathmesh P.
Published: October 2023

Data traffic is important in the transmission and exchange of numerous types of data in the digital environment of the global web, including files and photographs. However, this data is susceptible to unauthorized alterations, particularly in the form of morphing, necessitating the development of effective detection mechanisms. The proposed system serves the purpose of identifying morphed images and informing users about their authenticityThe globe Wide Web's digital surroundings witnesses a constant flow of data in the form of files and photos. Unfortunately, data is not immune to tampering, and as a result, it becomes imperative to detect instances of such alterations. The proposed method aims to identify and flag modified photographs, providing users with insights into the authenticity of images they encounterThe academic industry has showed a renewed interest in addressing the subject of morph attack detection in recent years. Various studies and methodologies have been explored to accurately detect instances of morphing attacks and enhance the security of digital content.
Preparation, Molecular Structure and Morphological Studies of DBSA Doped (M-Toluidine-Co-2-Ethylaniline) Copolymer Composites for flexible Sensor Applications in Agricultural Field
Authors: Vijayanand P S , Mahudeswaran A , Vivekanandan J , Ashokan S
Published: October 2023

A new series of dodecyl benzene sulphonic acid(DBSA) doped copolymer was synthesized using two different monomers m-toluidine and 2-ethylaniline with silver nanoparticles. The synthesized copolymer nanocomposite is soluble in Dimethylformamide (DMF), Tetrahydrofuran (THF), Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), and N-Methylpyrrolidone (NMP). The synthesized polymer is analysed by various characterisation techniques. The absorption peaks around 316 and 598 nm confirm the presence of ? – ?* transition and n – ?* transition. The increase in the ethyl aniline ratio in the feed induced blue shift in the absorption peak. FTIR spectra confirms the presence of benzenoid and quinoid ring. The XRD pattern indicates the amorphous pattern of the polymer. SEM image revealed a large number of smooth surfaced particles agglomerate together. Ordered spherical sized growth of the particles with layered architectures, Nano sized tubular or nanotube growth along with porous structures was observed in the SEM image. The electroactive study of the composite confirms the semiconducting nature 1.04 × 10-6 to 2.86 × 10-8 S/cm, which can be used as basic materials for the manufacturing electric and electronic components in sensor field. The application of this electroactive materials are under taken for moisture sensor studies in the future for precision agriculture.
In-Silico Screening of Phytocompounds of Justicia Adhatoda for Thrombolytic Activity
Authors: Pushkala V. Poorna , Subhashree H. , Yazhini K.
Published: October 2023

Background: The risk of thrombosis and its associated mortality is becoming a greater public health concern in both industrialized and developing nations. Clinical condition that is myocardial infarction, ischemic stroke, unstable angina, peripheral vascular diseases like deep vein thrombosis prioritise top in the list of thrombotic disorders. Conventional thrombolytic medications including alteplase, anistreplase, streptokinase and urokinase offer life risking adverse effects like haemorrhage, stroke, vascular dysfunction, hypertension, internal bleeding and so on. In order to overcome the undesirable side effects caused by the conventional thrombolytic therapy, there is ominous need of alternate complementary treatment from traditional medicine. Majority of the Siddha formulations comprise of some potential medicinal herbs which are found to be biocompatible and also have a wide safety window.  Justicia adhatoda is one such novel herb which is investigated broadly by researchers till date, aspired by its unique pharmacological property rendered by the bioactive components present in it. Methods: Hence, the present research is aimed at in-silico screening of certain classes of alkaloids and flavonoids retrieved from J. adhatoda to explore the possible anti-thrombotic activity against the target human plasminogen activation loop peptide using AutoDock screening tool. Results and Conclusion: The computational analysis’s findings led to the conclusion that the bioactive compounds present in Justicia adhatoda like Astragalin, Kaempferol, Vitexin, Vasicolinone and Adhatodine reveals significant binding affinity against target plasminogen. Thereby it was determined that these compounds may have promising anti-thrombotic efficacy due to their considerable binding affinity towards the target plasminogen.
Model Chemlab and Phet Simulator: A Didactic Resource for Chemistry Learning in Undergraduate Students
Authors: Casa-Coila Manuela Daishy , Mamani-Vilca Paula Soledad , Tisnado-Mamani Luz Marina , Pari-Achata David , Vilca-Apaza Henry Mark
Published: October 2023

The objective of the research was to determine the incidence of the application of the Model Chemlab and PhET simulator as a didactic resource to improve learning achievement in the Chemistry Laboratory course in undergraduate students during the 2022 academic year. The study used a quantitative methodology with a pre-experimental experimental design. The population consisted of 257 students of the Science, Technology and Environment Studies Program (CTA) of the Faculty of Education Sciences (FCEDUC) of the National University of the Altiplano (UNA) Puno, from which a non-probabilistic sample of 14 students of the IV cycle was selected, The Model Chemlab and PhET simulators were used in the learning sessions of the Chemistry Laboratory course with the purpose of improving the students' learning achievement. Before carrying out the experiment, a pre-test was administered, and after using the simulators, a post-test was conducted to determine the impact of the application of the simulators on the study variables. The results showed a significant improvement, with a t-value of 17.393 and a significance level of ?=0.000 these findings indicate that the students achieved an efficient use and management of the simulators, which favored their learning in the Chemistry Laboratory course.
The Combination Impact of Various Rates Of (N, P, K) Fertilizers on The Critical Point Concentration and Nutrient Balance of the (NPKS) In the Local Red Onion Leaf
Authors: Saeed Dilzar Faiz , Dizayee Alwand Tahir
Published: October 2023

The research was taken place in Grdarash field the experimental farm of the College of Agriculture Engineering Science, Salahaddin University Erbil . Spilt-spilt plot design was used in the field with different NPK-fertilizer applications [ Nitrogen ( 0 , 40 , 80, 160 ) ,  Phosphorus ( 0 , 80 , 160 )  and Potassium ( 0 , 50  , 100 ) Kg ha -1  ] .The amount of Macro and Micro nutrients are excessive which used in Onion crop production . Nutrient balance impacted the crop production and quality. This study aimed to know the influence of the different rates of Nitrogen, Phosphorus &Potassium on the onion-yield to establish Nutrient Indexes and critical points concentrations for the elements (N P K S) , by using foliar analysis , so we can obtain the conditions of the elements-concentration in the leaf of the crop ( balance , imbalance , deficiencies , excessive ). The results show that there was high Significant interaction between (N P K) elements and Onion bulb yield. The best combination between Potassium and Nitrogen elements was (K50 N40) between Potassium and Phosphorus was (K50 P80). The treatment   K1 P2 N 1 (K 50 ,  P  160  &   N  40   Kg ha-1 ) has the highest Significant Onion-yield and recorded the best interaction between the ( Nitrogen , Phosphorus ,  Potassium ) elements .The critical concentration points for the Nutrients ( N P K S ) were ( 2.65 , 0.10 , 2.14 , 1.36 ) % respectively . The N-indexes, P-indexes, K- indexes and S-indexes ranged from (- 20.18 to 21.38 ) , ( - 27.30  to  17.07 ) , ( - 20.61  to  14.55 ) , ( - 11..22 to  23.11 )  respectively .
Disaster Policy Strengthening in Indonesia: Case of Batu City
Authors: Supriatna Asep , Ghani A.J. Andi , Wardhono Hendro , Hayat Ainul
Published: October 2023

The article addresses the pioneer of policy transformation in emergency management system at sub national government of Indonesia by comparing two situation from previous starting condition and after the disaster flash flood. The Kota Batu Flash Flood in November 2021 helped to uncover problems with the Indonesia emergency management system. This study also analyses the importance of decentralized commitment and its relation of implementing cluster collaboration during emergency response. The paper also supported with a tool of geospatial aspect in disaster events of Indonesia to provide better understanding and trend of disaster, combined with the strength’s empirical practice of Kota Batu will upscale the benchmark on the cluster based implementation of disaster emergency management for national level policy in Indonesia. Policy learning and administrative reforms, including changes in the local disaster response organizations and practices in the Kota Batu Flash flood were highlighted. Our findings pointed out that we can collaborate with multiple helix in cluster emergency management system by investing goodwill of enabling policy and community awareness, collaborative model of management in decentralized context, facilitating leadership, and Institutional design relates to procedures and inclusiveness. These findings highlight the importance of focusing efforts on addressing cluster collaboration in disaster emergency management both on 1. National scale disaster by activating post command of emergency disaster management and cluster coordination and 2. Province/Municipal disaster by activating post command assistance as platform cluster.