bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Foreign Aid, Winning Coalitions, and Economic Growth
Authors: Choi Yunhee
Published: July 2023

This paper examines the conditional effectiveness of foreign aid for economic growth. Theoretically, I argue that to maximize the chance to stay in office, the leaders of a large winning coalition will spend the aid money as intended, to provide public goods, which aids economic growth. On the other hand, leaders of a small winning coalition will spend the money on private goods, which is less effective for growth. To test this argument, I construct a panel data set for 28 Asian countries (1990–2010) and apply the generalized method of moments. I find that the interaction between ODA and coalition size significantly affects economic growth. Broadly, for large winning coalitions, growth rate increases with higher ODA, while for small winning coalitions it decreases with higher ODA.
Ocena wpływu miejscowego stosowania żelu z oktenidyną na proces gojenia przewlekłych owrzodzeń żylnych goleni
Authors: Ireneusz Ryszkiel Ireneusz , Spyrka Kinga , Kucharzewski Marek
Published: July 2023

Streszczenie: Wstęp Owrzodzenia żylne goleni należą do chorób powszechnych, przewlekłych i powodujących inwalidztwo. Cel Celem niniejszej pracy była ocena wpływu miejscowego stosowania żelu z oktenidyną na proces gojenia przewlekłych owrzodzeń pochodzenia żylnego, w porównaniu z maścią Argosulfan®. Materiał i metody Pacjentów podzielono na 2 grupy – u chorych z grupy I zastosowano antyseptyczny żel z oktenidyną, Octenilin® (Schülke), w grupie II natomiast maść Argosulfan® (Jelfa). Po założeniu odpowiedniego opatrunku u wszystkich pacjentów zastosowano kompresjoterapię. Wszyscy badani przed rozpoczęciem leczenia, a następnie co 7 dni mieli wykonywany planimetryczny pomiar powierzchni owrzodzenia, aż do czasu wygojenia owrzodzenia. Wyniki Owrzodzenia goleni u osób z grupy I zagoiły się w ciągu 8 tygodni leczenia. Natomiast u pacjentów w grupie II owrzodzenia wygoiły się w ciągu 14 tygodni. Wnioski Miejscowe stosowanie żelu z oktenidyną znacznie szybciej wpływa na zmniejszenie powierzchni owrzodzeń żylnych goleni, a tym samym skraca czas leczenia, w porównaniu do maści Argosulfan®.
Wpływ kinesiotapingu na proces wchłaniania wylewów podskórnych powstałych w wyniku cewnikowania żył obwodowych
Authors: Spyrka Kinga , Brela Jakub , Kucharzewski Marek
Published: July 2023

Streszczenie: Cewnikowanie żył obwodowych jest szeroko stosowaną procedurą inwazyjną, mającą zastosowanie zarówno w warunkach ambulatoryjnych, jak i szpitalnych. Ze względu na swój z natury inwazyjny charakter, terapia dożylna (IV) wiąże się z wieloma potencjalnymi powikłaniami. Najczęstsze zdarzenia niepożądane związane z cewnikowaniem żył obwodowych to ból w miejscu założenia, zapalenie żył oraz krwiak, a do najbardziej niebezpiecznych należą: zakażenie krwi, zator powietrzny, uszkodzenie nerwów, nakłucie tętnicy, martwica skóry. W niniejszej pracy omówiono wpływ kinesiotapingu na proces redukcji krwiaków podskórnych, stanowiących miejscowe powikłanie terapii dożylnej.
Characterization of emissions from thermally modified wood and their reduction by chemical treatment
Authors: Peters Jana , Fischer Klaus , Fischer Steffen
Published: July 2023

Thermal treatment is a suitable method for improving the quality of wood types like spruce, beech, or poplar, and thus to open up new fields of application that used to be limited to tropical woods or woods treated with timber preservatives. These thermally treated woods are character-ized by a typical odor caused by degradation products of miscellaneous wood components. The characterization and removal of those odorous substances were investigated using chromatographic and spectroscopic methods. Headspace gas chromatography (GC) in combination with solid-phase microextraction (SPME) was used for a qualitative analysis of volatile wood emissions, and the detectable volatiles were compared before and after solvent extraction. Wood solvent extractives were investigated by means of gas chromatography/mass spectrometry and then evaluated in terms of changes in composition caused by the thermal treatment process.
Polymerization of different lignins by laccase
Authors: Mattinen Maija-Liisa , Suortti Tapani , Gosselink Richard , Argyropoulos Dimitris S. , Evtuguin Dmitry , Suurnäkki Anna , de Jong Ed , Tamminen Tarja
Published: July 2023

In this study the oxidative polymerization of different lignins, i.e. Flax Soda lignin, Spruce EMAL, and Eucalyptus Dioxane lignin by Trametes hirsuta laccase was compared. Initially the structures of the different lignins were compared by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy. The reactivity of laccase with the different types of lignins in the absence of mediators was examined and verified by oxygen consumption measurements. The molecular weight distributions of treated and untreated lignins were determined by two different size exclusion chromatography methods. Furthermore, the potential of matrix-assisted laser desorption/ionisation-time of flight-mass spectroscopy for determination of the absolute molecular weights of the different lignins was evaluated. The data showed that all the technical lignins could be activated and polymerized by laccase to different degrees. The efficiency as indicated by measurements of the degree of polymerization was found to increase in the order of Spruce EMAL < Eucalyptus Dioxane lignin < Flax Soda lignin. Overall, this data supplies foundations for using enzymes more efficiently in the enzymatic upgrading of lignin.
Pesan Semiotis Kesalehan: Studi Analisis Ayat-ayat Filantropi Lembaga Amil Zakat Muhammadiyah dan Nahdlatul Ulama di Instagram
Authors: Sanusi Irpan
Published: July 2023

This article seeks to reveal the interpretation of piety from the Islamic philanthropic tradition (zakat, infaq, and alms) which has experienced both narrowing and development at the same time. In the realm of agency (perpetrators), muzakki are considered pious and generous people. Whereas zakat, essentially removes other people's property contained in our property. While in the social domain, there is a development of meaning if zakat is seen from a functional point of view. From a simple idea of giving transformed into a social movement for humanity. Through a semiological approach, it can reveal not only the linguistic meaning (denotational meaning) of the verses of the Qur'an related to Islamic philanthropy, but also continue to explore deeper such as symbolic meanings. The depth and specificity of the messages contained in the verses of the Qur'an are explored by continuing the process of subjective interpretation through the disclosure of further message connotations. This connotative meaning then becomes the basis for the formation of myths (philosophical meanings). This study finds the interpretation that piety according to Muhammadiyah is practicing al-Ma'un theology. A Muslim has not perfected his Islam if he has not practiced the essence of the values of Qs. Al-Ma'un. As for NU, it implies that piety has a practice based on the understanding of Ahl al-Sunnah wa al-Jama'ah. Although different in the basis of belief, both have similarities in philanthropic activities; strengthening of religious trends and religious symbols among urban communities and the middle class. In addition, between the two there is a tendency to collaborate rather than contest. Both of them confirmed as the guardian of wasatiyah Islam (guardian of wasatiyah Islam) in Indonesia.
Hutang Piutang dalam Tradisi Bhen Gibhen pada acara Pernikahan di Madura: Studi Living Qur’an Desa Daleman Galis Bangkalan.
Authors: Sama'un Sama'un , Muin Abd
Published: July 2023

Madura adalah satu dari jajaran kepualauan tropis yang beriklim panas dan bertanah tandus. Faktor inilah yang membuat karakter orang Madura keras dan temprament. Namun demikian, Madura yang sebagian besar penduduknya memeluk agama Islam, pasti ada akulturasi nila-nilai keislaman yang turut mewarnai situasi sosial dan budaya masyarakat Madura. Melalui penelitian lapangan dan pustaka, dengan pendekatan diskriptif analisis dan metode living quran pada masyarakat Daleman kecamatan Galis, kabupaten Bangkalan yang berfokus pada tradisi bhen ghiben sebagai objek formalnya. Penulis menemukan, bahwa tradisi bhen ghiben dalam budaya bey ghebey di acara pernikahan di Daleman, Galis kab Bangkalan, dianggap sebagai hutang yang dibebankan kepada tuan rumah oleh tamu undangan dan hutang piutang tersebut dicatat oleh pihak ketiga untuk meminimalisir kesalah-pahaman antara pemilik hutang dan yang mempunyai piutang. Sistem pencatatan hutang piutang merupakan implementasi dari ajaran al-Quran, tepatnya dalam surat al-Baqarah ayat 238. Oleh karena implementasi nilai al-Quran tersebut berakulturasi membentuk sebuah budaya yang telah mengakar di desa Daleman,  maka wujud pencatatan hutang piutang dalam tradisi bhen ghiben dapat dikategorikan sebagai quranisasi sebuah kehidupan yang telah membudaya sebagai hasil respon dari sisi eksegis.masyarakat Daleman terhadap al-Quran.
Evidence and Recommendation for Guanidinoacetate Methyltransferase Deficiency Newborn Screening
Authors: Ream Margie A. , Lam Wendy K.K. , Grosse Scott D. , Ojodu Jelili , Jones Elizabeth , Prosser Lisa A. , Rose Angela M. , Comeau Anne Marie , Tanksley Susan , Powell Cynthia M. , Kemper Alex R.
Published: July 2023

Guanidinoacetate methyltransferase (GAMT) deficiency is an autosomal recessive disorder of creatine biosynthesis due to pathogenic variants in the GAMT gene that lead to cerebral creatine deficiency and neurotoxic levels of guanidinoacetate. Untreated, GAMT deficiency is associated with hypotonia, significant intellectual disability, limited speech development, recurrent seizures, behavior problems, and involuntary movements. The birth prevalence of GAMT deficiency is likely between 0.5 and 2 per million live births. On the basis of small case series and sibling data, presymptomatic treatment with oral supplements of creatine, ornithine, and sodium benzoate, and a protein-restricted diet to reduce arginine intake, appear to substantially improve health and developmental outcomes. Without newborn screening, diagnosis typically happens after the development of significant impairment, when treatment has limited utility. GAMT deficiency newborn screening can be incorporated into the tandem-mass spectrometry screening that is already routinely used for newborn screening, with about 1 per 100 000 newborns screening positive. After a positive screen, diagnosis is established by finding an elevated guanidinoacetate concentration and low creatine concentration in the blood. Although GAMT deficiency is significantly more rare than other conditions included in newborn screening, the feasibility of screening, the low number of positive results, the relative ease of diagnosis, and the expected benefit of presymptomatic dietary therapy led to a recommendation from the Advisory Committee on Heritable Disorders in Newborns and Children to the Secretary of Health and Human Services that GAMT deficiency be added to the Recommended Uniform Screening Panel. This recommendation was accepted in January 2023.
Findbuch der Bestände Abt. 80 und Abt. 56
Authors: Rathjen Jörg
Published: July 2023

Die in den vorliegenden Findbüchern dokumentierten Archivalien stammen aus dem Ministerium für die Herzogtümer Holstein und Lauenburg zu Kopenhagen und von der Holsteinischen Regierung zu Kopenhagen bzw. Plön aus den Jahren 1862-1864 bzw. 1862-1864. Das Ministerium für die Herzogtümer Holstein und Lauenburg wurde vom dänischen König am 27. Januar 1852 mit Sitz in Kopenhagen eingerichtet; im November 1862 erfolgte die Einrichtung der Königlich Holsteinischen Regierung, die ihren Sitz zunächst in Kopenhagen und später in Plön hatte. Diese Behörde stand unter der Aufsicht und Leitung des Ministeriums und übernahm die meisten seiner Aufgaben, die sich auf Holstein bezogen. Mit den politischen Ereignissen des Jahres 1864 und der Übernahme der Verwaltung der Herzogtümer durch preußisch-österreichische Behörden stellten das Ministerium und die Königlich Holsteinische Regierung ihre Tätigkeiten ein. Der Bestand der Abt. 80 umfasst insgesamt 303 laufende Meter Archivalien, der Bestand der Abt. 56 insgesamt 18 laufende Meter. Aus behördengeschichtlichen Gründen befindet sich im vorliegenden Findbuch die Abt. 56 hinter dem Bestand Abt. 80. Ein für beide Bestände gemeinsames Orts-, Sach- und Personenregister bildet den Abschluss dieses Findbuchs. Für die Suche nach einem Thema oder einem Sachbegriff sollte zuerst die sachsystematische Gliederung und als Ergänzung der Index benutzt werden. Es ist dabei zu beachten, dass die Begriffe für die Indices aus den Aktentiteln stammen, also nicht etwa alle Nennungen in den Akten selbst erfassen.
Franz Bach
Authors: Krause Carmen
Published: July 2023

Mit dem 100-jährigen Jubiläum der Mönckebergstraße in der Freien und Hansestadt Hamburg wurde der Öffentlichkeit zuletzt im Jahr 2009 ins Gedächtnis gerufen, wer die Erbauer der großen Kontorhäuser in dieser bemerkenswerten Geschäftsstraße gewesen sind. Franz Bach hat ihre Architektur maßgeblich geprägt. Darüber hinaus war er an verschiedenen anderen Orten der Stadt als Baumeister tätig. Die vorliegende Biographie, die erste über Franz Bach, zeichnet das außergewöhnliche Leben dieses Mannes nach: Sein Talent, seine Architektur und sein Unternehmergeist werden ebenso beleuchtet wie sein soziales und kulturelles Engagement als Hamburger Bürger, der Heinrich Heine und Gottfried Semper eine Gedenkstätte errichtete und 1907 zu den Donatoren der Hamburgischen Wissenschaftlichen Stiftung gehörte. Franz Bachs Lebensgeschichte ist zugleich ein spannender Streifzug durch die Hamburger Architekturgeschichte im wilhelminischen Kaiserreich.
Mobility challenges for senior passengers during the Covid-19 pandemic
Authors: Ku Donggyun , Kim Dahye , Lee Seungjae
Published: July 2023

This paper aims to clarify the differences in the factors influencing subway traffic behaviour of senior passengers (SP) and non-senior passengers (NSP) during the coronavirus disease-2019 (Covid-19) pandemic based on big data in Seoul, South Korea. A one-way analysis of variance is carried out to analyse the influencing factors of subway use of SP and NSP during the Covid-19 pandemic. Furthermore, a multiple linear regression is conducted to identify the factors affecting SP and NSP. Finally, the traffic patterns of SP and NSP were analysed with respect to districts by way of geographically weighted regression. The spatial scope of this study includes Seoul, which consists of 25 districts (gu). The temporal range is from 1 January 2017 to 31 December 2020, and the number of people using subway in Seoul is used as the main dataset. The results suggest that SP are more affected by subway than NSP, and the most influential factors are cultural gathering facilities and the number of subway stations. The regression model showed high explanatory power for southern Seoul, which has a high concentration of facilities related to the influencing factors.
Büyükşehir Belediye Modelinde Zabıta Hizmet Paylaşımı Analizi: Ordu ve Trabzon Örneği
Authors: ÇÜRÜKSULU USTA Gamze
Published: July 2023

Türkiye’de yerel yönetimlerdeki düzenlemelerin en sonuncusu olan 6360 sayılı Kanun değişikliği ile kademeler arasındaki hizmet paylaşımında önemli değişiklikler gerçekleştirilmiştir. Buradan hareketle araştırmanın amacı büyükşehir belediyeleri ile büyükşehir ilçe belediyeleri arasındaki zabıta hizmet paylaşımının son sekiz yılda ortaya çıkardığı uygulama sonuçlarının analiz edilmesidir. Yerel yönetimlerde belediye içinde örgütlenen zorunlu bir hizmet alanı olan zabıta hizmet alanının seçilmesinde 6360 sayılı Kanun’un doğrudan etkilediği bir hizmet alanı olmasının ve büyükşehir belediyelerinin hizmet sunum alanlarının genişlemesiyle birlikte hizmet alan nüfusunun artmasının etkisi bulunmaktadır. Araştırma, Ordu ve Trabzon büyükşehir ve ilçe belediyelerindeki üst düzey yönetici algısı üzerinden ölçülmekte, verilerin toplanmasında yarı yapılandırılmış mülakat yöntemi kullanılmaktadır. Araştırma sonuçları, ruhsatlandırma, denetleme ve ana arterlere hizmet paylaşımının başarılı şekilde sürdürüldüğünü bu anlamda il belediyesinden büyükşehir belediyesine dönüşmüş olmanın beklenileni karşıladığını göstermektedir. Diğer taraftan, ana yol ve ara yol ayrımına dayalı hizmet paylaşımının kargaşaya neden olduğunu ve bu paylaşımın kaldırılarak ilçe belediyelerinin yetkili ve sorumlu olmasını önermektedir.
Türkiye’de Nüfus Artışı ve Ekonomik Gelişme Arasındaki İlişki
Authors: COSKUN Sevgi
Published: July 2023

Nüfus artışının ekonomik büyümeye etki edip etmediği sorusu, literatürde uzun süredir devam eden bir tartışmadır. Sonuçlar kullanılan verilere, ülkeye, tahmin tekniğine, yaş gruplarına ve ülkede uygulanan politikalara bağlı olarak değişiklik göstermektedir. Bu çalışmanın amacı, Türkiye'de kişi başına düşen GSYİH ile nüfus artışı arasındaki nedensel ilişkiyi 1980-2021 yılları arasındaki yıllık verileri kullanarak incelemektir. Amacımıza ulaşmak için öncelikle Johansen eşbütünleşme testi uygulanmış ve ardından Vektör Hata Düzeltme modeli kullanılmıştır. Sonuçlar, nüfus büyümesi ve kişi başına düşen GSYİH büyümesi arasında uzun vadeli nedensel bir bağlantı olduğunu göstermektedir. Ayrıca, nüfus artışının Türkiye'de kişi başına düşen GSYİH'yı olumlu yönde etkilediği sonucuna ulaşılmıştır.
Automatic Product Classification in International Trade: Machine Learning and Large Language Models
Authors: Marra de Artiñano Ignacio , Riottini Depetris Franco , Volpe Martincus Christian
Published: July 2023

Accurately classifying products is essential in international trade. Virtually all countries categorize products into tariff lines using the Harmonized System (HS) nomenclature for both statistical and duty collection purposes. In this paper, we apply and assess several different algorithms to automatically classify products based on text descriptions. To do so, we use agricultural product descriptions from several public agencies, including customs authorities and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). We find that while traditional machine learning (ML) models tend to perform well within the dataset in which they were trained, their precision drops dramatically when implemented outside of it. In contrast, large language models (LLMs) such as GPT 3.5 show a consistently good performance across all datasets, with accuracy rates ranging between 60% and 90% depending on HS aggregation levels. Our analysis highlights the valuable role that artificial intelligence (AI) can play in facilitating product classification at scale and, more generally, in enhancing the categorization of unstructured data.
Optimal design of blade parameters for fracturing tea-picking machine
Authors: Jiang Zehui , Hu Yongguang , Wu Wenchao
Published: July 2023

The blade is one of the most critical components in the fracturing tea-picking machine, and this study is conducted to optimize the blade's working parameters. In this study, the effects of blade width, blade thickness, and cutting angle on the maximum fracturing force of tea stems were analyzed using the L9 (34) standard orthogonal table, with the maximum fracturing force used as the evaluation index. The results indicate that the main factors affecting the maximum fracturing force (MFF) of tea stems are cutting angle (CA), blade width (BW), and blade thickness (BT) in that order. Furthermore, microscopic observation of the fracture surface revealed that compared with the thickness of the other two blades, the thickness of 0 mm caused the cross-section uneven and had lots of burrs, correspondingly resulting in the section's oxidation and the deterioration of tea leaf quality. Therefore, the optimal combination of design parameters was a cutting angle of 90°, a blade width of 2.0 mm, and a blade thickness of 0.5 mm. The findings of this study can provide reference for blade design to reduce the fracturing force of tea-picking machines, lower the working power consumption, and improve the quality of freshly plucked tea leaves.
Quality of Life of Patients with Prostate Cancer after Brachytherapy Treatment
Authors: Mess Eleonora , Tworzydło Aneta , Misiąg Weronika
Published: July 2023

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men in Poland. A significant proportion of prostate cancers can be cured, providing longer survival. Patients have the opportunity to undergo minimally invasive treatment methods like brachytherapy, while maintaining their previous quality of life. The disease itself, as well as treatment complications, primarily affect the functioning of the urinary and digestive systems and impact the sexual sphere. Aim: This study aims to assess the quality of life of patients after prostate brachytherapy. Methods: The research was conducted at the Lower Silesian Oncology Centre in Wroclaw. The study included fifty men aged between 51 and 85 years. The following questionnaires were used: EORTC QLQ-C30, QLQ-PR25. Scales: Katz, Mini-MAC, PSS-10. Moreover, the study used a self-designed survey covering socio-demographical factors. Results: Prostate brachytherapy has a significant impact on the degree of sexual dysfunction. Compared to sexually inactive individuals, sexually active individuals exhibit fewer negative psychological symptoms. Choosing a destructive coping strategy intensifies the occurrence of symptoms, lowers patients' level of independence, and negatively affects their quality of life. Conclusions: Brachytherapy contributes to worsening sexual function and temporarily affects urinary system function, which may lower the overall quality of life in patients.
Two-Direction Prediction Method of Drilling Fluid Based on OS-ELM for Water Well Drilling
Authors: Xu Yuan , Zhang Di , Xian Tianlang , Ma Zhizhang , Gao Hui , Ma Yuanyuan
Published: July 2023

In this study, a drilling fluid prediction method based on an online sequential extreme learning machine (OS-ELM) is proposed, which is prepared for water well drilling on the muddy clay formation of Tarim Basin, Qinghai Province. First, we investigated the mechanism linking mix ratio to fluid performance, allowing us to employ an OS-ELM algorithm derived from the extreme learning machine. Particularly, the proposed prediction method is bidirectional to identify an appropriate slurry formulation. The forward prediction model is established to predict the fluid performance, where the mud additive contents are inputs, and the drilling fluid properties parameters are outputs. Correspondingly, the backward prediction model is established to modify the slurry formula, where differences in the drilling fluid properties are inputs and percentages of slurry additives amount are output. The simulation results show that the two-direction OS-ELM prediction model can better predict the drilling fluid properties in water well drilling.
Surgical Site Infection in Patients Managed with an Endoprosthesis for the Treatment of Cancer
Authors: Ray G.S. , Werth P. , Alexander J.H. , Eward W.C. , Bernthal N.M. , Jeys L.M. , Funovics P. , Windhager R. , Temple H.T. , Lozano-Calderon S. , Avedian R.S. , Jutte P.C. , Ghert M. , Ruggieri P. , Henderson E.R. ,   on behalf of the PARITY Investigators
Published: July 2023

Background:

Surgical site infection (SSI) after segmental endoprosthetic reconstruction in patients treated for oncologic conditions remains both a devastating and a common complication. The goal of the present study was to identify variables associated with the success or failure of treatment of early SSI following the treatment of a primary bone tumor with use of a segmental endoprosthesis.

Methods:

The present study used the Prophylactic Antibiotic Regimens in Tumor Surgery (PARITY) data set to identify patients who had been diagnosed with an SSI after undergoing endoprosthetic reconstruction of a lower extremity primary bone tumor. The primary outcome of interest in the present study was a dichotomous variable: the success or failure of infection treatment. We defined failure as the inability to eradicate the infection, which we considered as an outcome of amputation or limb retention with chronic antibiotic suppression (>90 days or ongoing therapy at the conclusion of the study). Multivariable models were created with covariates of interest for each of the following: surgery characteristics, cancer treatment-related characteristics, and tumor characteristics. Multivariable testing included variables selected on the basis of known associations with infection or results of the univariable tests.

Results:

Of the 96 patients who were diagnosed with an SSI, 27 (28%) had successful eradication of the infection and 69 had treatment failure. Baseline and index procedure variables showing significant association with SSI treatment outcome were moderate/large amounts of fascial excision ≥1 cm2) (OR, 10.21 [95% CI, 2.65 to 46.21]; p = 0.001), use of local muscle/skin graft (OR,11.88 [95% CI, 1.83 to 245.83]; p = 0.031), and use of a deep Hemovac (OR, 0.24 [95% CI, 0.05 to 0.85]; p = 0.041). In the final multivariable model, excision of fascia during primary tumor resection was the only variable with a significant association with treatment outcome (OR, 10.21 [95% CI, 2.65 to 46.21]; p = 0.018).

Conclusions:

The results of this secondary analysis of the PARITY trial data provide further insight into the patient-, disease-, and treatment-specific associations with SSI treatment outcomes, which may help to inform decision-making and management of SSI in patients who have undergone segmental bone reconstruction of the femur or tibia for oncologic indications.

Level of Evidence:

Prognostic Level III. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
RL-CoPref: A Reinforcement Learning-based Coordinated Prefetching Controller for Multiple Prefetchers
Authors: Yang Huijing , Fang Juan , Su Xing , Cai Zhi , Wang Yuening
Published: July 2023

Modern processors employ data prefetchers to alleviate the impact of long memory access latency. However, current prefetchers are designed for specific memory access patterns, which perform poorly on mixed applications with multiple memory access patterns. To address these issues, RL-CoPref, a reinforcement learning (RL)-based coordinated prefetching controller for multiple prefetchers, is proposed in this paper. RL-CoPref takes diverse program context information as the input, learns to maximize cumulative rewards, and evaluates prefetch quality based on prefetch hits/misses and memory bandwidth utilization. It can dynamically adjust the prefetch activation and prefetch degree, enabling multiple prefetchers to complement each other on mixed applications. Our extensive evaluation, utilizing the ChampSim simulator, demonstrates that RL-CoPref can effectively adapt to various workloads and system configurations, optimizing prefetch control. On average, RL-CoPref achieves 76.15% prefetch coverage, having 35.50% IPC improvement, outperforming state-of-the-art individual prefetchers by 5.91%−16.54% and outperforming SBP, a state-of-the-art (non-RL) prefetch controller, by 4.64%.
Synaptic Dysfunction in Dystonia: Update From Experimental Models
Authors: El Atiallah Ilham , Bonsi Paola , Tassone Annalisa , Martella Giuseppina , Biella Gerardo , Castagno Antonio N. , Pisani Antonio , Ponterio Giulia
Published: July 2023

Dystonia, the third most common movement disorder, refers to a heterogeneous group of
neurological diseases characterized by involuntary, sustained or intermittent muscle contractions resulting
in repetitive twisting movements and abnormal postures. In the last few years, several studies
on animal models helped expand our knowledge of the molecular mechanisms underlying dystonia.
These findings have reinforced the notion that the synaptic alterations found mainly in the basal ganglia
and cerebellum, including the abnormal neurotransmitters signalling, receptor trafficking and synaptic
plasticity, are a common hallmark of different forms of dystonia. In this review, we focus on the
major contribution provided by rodent models of DYT-TOR1A, DYT-THAP1, DYT-GNAL, DYT/
PARK-GCH1, DYT/PARK-TH and DYT-SGCE dystonia, which reveal that an abnormal motor network
and synaptic dysfunction represent key elements in the pathophysiology of dystonia.
Влияние перекристаллизации на инфракрасный спектр модифицированного глицина
Authors: Пластун И.Л. , Жулидин П.А. , Филин П.Д. , Яковлев Р.Ю.
Published: July 2023

Changes in the physicochemical and spectral characteristics of glycine due to its modification are explained. Experimentally measured IR spectra of glycine were compared with the calculated spectra by Density Functional Theory (DFT) methods. Effect of single water molecules bound to glycine after recrystallization procedure was analyzed. Influence of hydrogen bonding on the modified glycine spectral characteristics and physicochemical properties change was evaluated.
Aktualny stan sektora biogazu rolniczego w Polsce na tle krajów Unii Europejskiej
Authors: Powałka Małgorzata , Golisz Ewa , Klepacka Anna , Skudlarski Jacek
Published: July 2023

Biogazownia rolnicza jest jednym ze sposobów pozyskania energii na bazie odnawialnych źródeł energii (OZE). Produkcja energii pochodząca z biogazu rolniczego umożliwia wypełnienie przez Polskę nałożonych Narodowych Celów Wskaźnikowych oraz postanowień Pakietu Klimatyczno-Energetycznego. Założenia te, zakładają wzrost udziału odnawialnych źródeł energii w finalnym zużyciu energii do 15%, a w rynku paliw transportowych do 2020 roku do 10%. Rynek biogazu w Polsce znajduje się w fazie wzrostu. Na tle Unii Europejskiej zajmujemy 14 miejsce, pomimo szerokiego zaplecza surowcowego do produkcji biogazu rolniczego. W kraju w 2013 r. funkcjonują 32 biogazownie rolnicze, o łącznej wydajności instalacji do produkcji biogazu 130,33 mln m3. W większości są to przedsiębiorstwa o zainstalowanej mocy elektrycznej powyżej 1 MWe.. Biogaz cieszy się silnym wsparciem krajów Unii Europejskiej, natomiast stan rozwoju technicznego istniejących biogazowni jest zróżnicowany. Największą produkcję biogazu odnotowują Niemcy, Włochy i Austria.
Visual Exploration of Repetitive Patterns on Ancient Peruvian Pottery
Authors:   Graz University of Technology, Institute CGV, Inffeldgasse 16c, 8010 Graz, Austria, Lengauer Stefan , Shao Lin ,   Graz University of Technology, Institute CGV, Inffeldgasse 16c, 8010 Graz, Austria,   Fraunhofer Austria Center for Data Driven Design, Inffeldgasse 16c, 8010 Graz, Austria, Mayerhofer Magdalena ,   Graz University of Technology, Institute CGV, Inffeldgasse 16c, 8010 Graz, Austria, Preiner Reinhold ,   Graz University of Technology, Institute CGV, Inffeldgasse 16c, 8010 Graz, Austria, Karl Stephan ,   University of Graz, Institute of Classics, Universitätsplatz 3/II, 8010 Graz, Austria, Trinkl Elisabeth ,   University of Graz, Institute of Classics, Universitätsplatz 3/II, 8010 Graz, Austria, Sipiran Ivan ,   University of Chile, Dept. of Computer Science, Beauchef 851, Santiago, Chile, Bustos Benjamin ,   University of Chile, Dept. of Computer Science, Beauchef 851, Santiago, Chile, Schreck Tobias ,   Graz University of Technology, Institute CGV, Inffeldgasse 16c, 8010 Graz, Austria
Published: July 2023

The analysis and understanding of artefact properties and their relationships is a key goal in archaeological analysis of cultural heritage objects. There are many aspects of concern, including shape properties of the objects, but also appearance properties stemming from paintings and ornamentations on the object surfaces. To date, these are considered by experts mostly holistically and on a per-object basis. We present an approach for the interactive visual exploration and correlation of shape- and ornament-based properties of a large collection of ancient vessels. Our approach allows to group objects by properties, and to relate them in side-by-side and bipartite graph displays. To this end, we define an encompassing set of feature descriptors, which are leveraged to cluster the objects by properties, selected by the user. Case studies show that a comparative overview of all objects effectively supports the discovery of interesting co-occurrences of shape and ornament properties. This way, our tool opens new possibilities for the domain analysis of cultural heritage object collections by data-driven visual exploration.
Legal Consequences on Sirri Marriage Performers Without the Permission of the First Wife: Perspective of Islamic Law and Positive Law
Authors: Dodoteng Harisman , Abidin Abidin , Musyahidah Sitti
Published: July 2023

The aim of this study is to examine  the existence of sirri marriages occasionally. Some people even do it without the first wife's permission, resulting in losses for the perpetrators even though the law has determined that marriage must be brought before the official marriage registrar to be registered. On this issue, the researchers focused on investigating the legal consequences for sirri marriage perpetrators without the first wife's permission and the perspective of Islamic law and positive law for sirri marriage perpetrators without the first wife's consent. The provisions for sirri marriage in Islamic law are not found in the Al-Quran and Hadith. Sirri marriage can be made a criminal act in Islamic law, but the provisions fall into jarimah ta'zir. The ta'zir punishment is not directly found in the Al-Quran and Hadith, this type of punishment becomes the judge's or local government's competence. Meanwhile, according to the positive law of sirri marriages that do not comply with or follow the legal procedures for marriage or without asking for the first wife's permission, the marriage can be punished under Article 279. This type of research used a literature review. The researchers suggest that this university should socialize regarding this matter, and registration of marriages must continue to be carried out by the government and the community, in this case, religious leaders.
Environmental Regulation, Environmental Policy Complexity and Technological Innovation Efficiency
Authors: Wu Shao-Hua , Wang He-Qiao , He Miao , Qin Chang
Published: July 2023

Previous studies on the relationship between environmental regulation (ER) and technological innovation efficiency of defence industry (TIE-DI) mainly focus on variability and complexity, while few empirical studies have incorporated environmental flexibility into models, and most of them are based on questionnaires. Therefore, this paper takes environmental regulation and environmental policy complexity (EPC) as the entry point, so as to discuss the feasibility of improving the technological innovation efficiency of China’s defence industry enterprises (CDI), which aims to empirically test the mechanism of ER and EPC on improving the efficiency of applied technological innovation of China’s defence industry enterprises. The research conclusion provides sufficient theoretical basis and empirical support for strengthening the technical innovation efficiency support, standardising the market order and the market leading, establishing the information disclosure mechanism and improving the internal control of industrial enterprises.
The Mechanism and Path of Finance Promoting the Development of Low Carbon Economy
Authors: Li Jin
Published: July 2023

Promoting the development of low-carbon economy (LCEco) to protect the environment is an important dimension to enhance national competitiveness and an effective path to achieve high-quality national development. Therefore, based on the endogenous LCEco growth theory, from the two dimensions of financial technology innovation (FTI) and financial product innovation (FPI), using the spatial measurement method of SLM and SEM, using the panel data of 30 provinces (municipalities and autonomous regions) from 2009 to 2021, this paper deeply explores the impact of FTI and FPI on the development of LCEco. The results show that: FTI and FPI have synergistic effect and positive spatial spillover effect on the LCEco, whose elastic coefficients for them are respectively (–0.125, p < 0.05; –0.084, p < 0.05). Different regions have obvious heterogeneous effects on the FTI, FPI and LCEco, whose elastic coefficients for them are (0.318, p < 0.05; 0.332, p < 0.05). The conclusion not only provides empirical support for the endogenous LCEco growth theory, but also provides effective evidence for the high-quality development path of China’s LCEco.
Trends in Development of Military Vehicles Capabilities Based on Advanced Technologies
Authors: Giurgiu Tiberiu , Virca Ioan , Grigoraș Constantin , Năstăsescu Vasile
Published: July 2023

This paper presents the challenges and perspectives regarding the technologization of military vehicles designed to be used in combat operations or in combat support. The technological progress registered in the production of batteries for the commercial automotive field has generated more and more interest in the hybridization or electrification of military vehicles, but also in the utilization of UGVs on the battlefield. In terms of survivability, either discussing about tanks, infantry fighting vehicles, armoured personnel carriers, or light tactical vehicles, in addition to the armor protection offered to the crew, the emphasis is increasingly on the implementation of active protection systems designed to remove or diminish the effects of enemy strikes. Moreover, as UAVs are more and more present in combat operations, the concept of 360 degrees of protection of vehicles has changed now to a hemispherical need of protection, considering the highly effective threats from above. Another actual trend to be considered is the multi-platform concept with distributed capabilities rather than all-in-one platforms, introducing the collaborative combat approach. Nevertheless, considering the complexity of these advanced systems, their high costs when acquiring or maintaining them, and their impact on logistic support, the implementation of such technologies in military vehicles is not that accelerated.
CORROSION RESISTANCE OF POLYMER-CONTAINING COATINGS OF PROCESSING EQUIPMENT AND PIPELINES
Authors: Голубев А.В. , Лузгина А.С. , Ворончихин В.Д.
Published: July 2023

В статье рассмотрены проблемы эксплуатации трубопроводов и аппаратов, работающих в контакте с агрессивными средами, режимы их эксплуатации, основные виды коррозионного разрушения покрытий и базовые материалы, используемые для защиты от коррозионного разрушения. Проведена оценка агрессивных факторов, воздействующих на технологические аппараты и трубопроводы в условиях промышленных предприятий. Сформулированы основополагающие требования к выбору защитного антикоррозионного покрытия.

The article deals with the problems of operation of pipelines and apparatuses operating in contact with aggressive media, their operating modes, the main types of corrosion damage to coatings and the basic materials used to protect against corrosion damage. The assessment of aggressive factors affecting technological apparatuses and pipelines in the conditions of industrial enterprises was carried out. The fundamental requirements for the choice of a protective anti-corrosion coating are formulated.
Impact of the Think Pair Share Cooperative Learning Model with Multi-Representation Based Worksheet on Students’ Critical Thinking
Authors: Nurussofi Ita , Mahardika I Ketut , Budiarso Aris Singgih
Published: July 2023

This study aimed to see how Think Pair Share (TPS) learning model combined with multi-representation-based student worksheet affected junior high school students' critical thinking abilities and learning outcomes. This type of research is a quasi-experimental design with a non-equivalent control group. The population in this study was all class VII MTsN 4 Banyuwangi (2021/2022). Data collection techniques using test observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis technique used a normality test and Independent Sample T-test with the help of SPSS 25 software. Following is the study's finding: (1) The TPS learning paradigm considerably impacts critical thinking skills, as evidenced by the experimental class's average critical thinking score increasing from 22.28 to 58.96; (2) Students in the experimental class form those in the control class in science. The experimental class's average learning outcome is 52, whereas the control class's average is 35.6. TPS learning paradigm has a considerable influence on critical thinking abilities and learning.
Career & Work Aspirations: Assessment of Work Competencies and Interests as a Basis for Employee Career Planning
Authors: Kahfi Ramadhani Lucky Al , Adiyati Rosatyani Puspita
Published: July 2023

Organizations are always faced with uncertainty, and they are expected to make adjustments in order to survive. Humans are slowly perceived as an important asset, so today's HR practices are beginning to focus on empowering employees. Managing human resources are not only covers on education and training, but also career planning. Unfortunately, not all organizations are aware about the fitness between employees and their jobs, when preparing career plans for them. Unfitness of employee with their work can harm organizational performance, if not addressed properly. This research is intended to see the fitness between employees’ competence and work interest, with their career aspirations. A research participant is an employee with 3 years of work experience, who is affected by organizations restructured. Research was conducted using a descriptive qualitative method, using assessment instruments to collect the data. The results show that the subject's competence and work interest are sufficient in accordance with one of the career choices, but developments are still needed in order to the success doing the job.Organisasi selalu dihadapkan pada ketidakpastian, dan diharapkan melakukan penyesuaian agar tetap dapat bertahan. Manusia perlahan dipandang sebagai aset penting, hingga praktik SDM saat ini mulai berfokus pada pemberdayaan karyawan. Pengelolaan SDM tidak hanya meliputi pendidikan dan pelatihan, namun juga perencanaan karir. Sayangnya, belum semua organisasi menaruh perhatian terhadap kesesuaian antara karyawan dan pekerjaannya, dalam penyusunan perencanaan karir untuk karyawan di dalamnya. Ketidaksesuaian karyawan dengan pekerjaannya dapat membahayakan kinerja organisasi, jika tidak segera ditangani. Penelitian ini ditujukan untuk melihat kesesuaian antara kompetensi dan minat kerja karyawan, dengan aspirasi karir dari karyawan. Subjek merupakan karyawan dengan masa kerja 3 tahun, yang terdampak oleh restrukturisasi. Penelitian dilakukan menggunakan metode kualitatif deskriptif, menggunakan instrumen asesmen dalam pengambilan datanya. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa komopetensi dan minat kerja subjek sudah cukup sesuai dengan salah satu pilihan karirnya, namun masih diperlukan pengembangan agar subjek berhasil dalam pekerjaan tersebut.
Perception of Classroom Activity, Sense of Belonging, and Self-Regulated Learning in Students Taking Online Learning
Authors: Amaliyah Ayu , Yoenanto Nono Hery , Prihastuti Prihastuti
Published: July 2023

This study aims to examine the influence of perceptions of classroom activities on self-regulated learning (SRL) through sense of belonging (SoB) as a mediator variable in students who take part in online learning. This urgency arises when students' need for SRL skills becomes important in the implementation of distance learning online. A total of 209 students at universities in Surabaya participated in filling out the online questionnaire. The data was analyzed quantitatively using the Partial Least Square technique. This study used three scales, namely My Class Activities Scale, Perceived Student Belonging Scale, and Online Self-regulated learning Questionnaire (OSLQ). The findings showed that the perception of classroom activity had a significant influence on SRL through SoB as a mediator. Students' perceptions of their classroom activities will influence their feelings of belonging to and connected to their learning institution. Students who are connected to their institution will then tend to manage and organize their own learning. The results of this study have implications for the environmental and social importance in helping students to develop effective SRL strategies.Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguji pengaruh persepsi aktivitas kelas terhadap self-regulated learning (SRL) melalui sense of belonging (SoB) sebagai variabel mediator pada mahasiswa yang mengikuti pembelajaran daring. Urgensi ini muncul ketika kebutuhan mahasiswa akan kemampuan SRL menjadi penting dalam pelaksanaan pembelajaran jarak jauh dalam jaringan (daring). Sebanyak 209 mahasiswa di perguruan tinggi di Surabaya berpartisipasi dalam pengisian kuesioner daring. Data dianalisis secara kuantitatif menggunakan teknik Partial Least Square. Penelitian ini menggunakan tiga skala yaitu Skala My Class Activities, Skala Perceived Student Belonging, dan Online Self-regulated learning Questionnaire (OSLQ). Hasil temuan menunjukkan bahwa persepsi aktivitas kelas memiliki pengaruh signifikan terhadap SRL melalui SoB sebagai mediator. Persepsi mahasiswa mengenai aktivitas kelasnya akan mempengaruhi perasaan menjadi bagian dan terhubung dengan institusi belajarnya. Mahasiswa yang terhubung dengan institusinya kemudian akan cenderung mengelola dan mengatur pembelajarannya sendiri. Hasil penelitian ini berimplikasi pada pentingnya lingkungan dan sosial dalam membantu mahasiswa untuk mengembangkan strategi SRL yang efektif.
The Role of PERMA+4 in Increasing Happiness at Work in BUMN X
Authors: Atmawijaya I Gde Arya Raditya , Fajrianthi Fajrianthi
Published: July 2023

Prioritizing happiness at work is a phenomenon in every company. In the fast-paced digital era, work demands are getting higher, and workloads are always arriving. This makes companies and employees required to quickly and be ready to adapt. PT X is a BUMN that has a large responsibility and workload related to energy generation and distribution, where this is prone to making employees easily burn out and stressed. To prevent and reduce the impact of high job demands, PT X issued a PerDir to implement a life balance program that aims to increase employee Happiness at Work. PERMA+4 can be used as a framework in compiling programs to increase employee Happiness at Work. The aim is to increase Happiness at Work at PT X so that employees are better prepared to face all changes and are ready to contribute more to PT X. The Research & Development method is used to produce programs that are right on target and test the effectiveness of the program. The results of the research are that the Happiness at Work program with the PERMA framework makes it possible to increase employee happiness at work, where the program is in the form of four types of programs, namely two programs that are carried out in companies, and two programs that can be carried out independently. The subjects of this study were all employees at PT X.Memprioritaskan kebahagiaan dalam bekerja menjadi sebuah fenomena di setiap perusahaan. Di era digital yang serba cepat membuat tuntutan pekerjaan semakin tinggi dan workload yang selalu berdatangan. Hal tersebut membuat perusahaan dan karyawan dituntut untuk secara cepat dan siap beradaptasi. PT X merupakan BUMN yang memiliki tanggung jawab dan beban kerja yang besar terkait pembangkit dan distribusi energi, dimana hal tersebut rentan membuat pegawai menjadi mudah burnout dan stress. Untuk mencegah dan mengurangi dampak dari tuntutan pekerjaan yang tinggi, maka PT X mengeluarkan PerDir untuk menerapkan program keseimbangan hidup yang bertujuan untuk meningkatkan Happiness at Work pegawai. PERMA+4 dapat digunakan sebagai sebuah framework dalam menyusun program untuk meningkatkan Happiness at Work pegawai. Tujuan meningkatkan Happiness at Work pada PT X agar pegawai semakin siap untuk menghadapi segala perubahan dan siap berkontribusi lebih untuk PT X. Metode Research & Development digunakan untuk menghasilkan program-program yang tepat sasaran, dan menguji keefektifan program tersebut. Hasil dari penelitian adalah bahwa program Happiness at Work dengan framework PERMA memungkinkan untuk meningkatkan kebahagiaan pegawai dalam bekerja, dimana program tersebut berupa empat jenis program yaitu dua program yang dilakukan di perusahaan, dan dua program yang dapat dilakukan secara mandiri. Subjek penelitian ini adalah seluruh pegawai pada PT X.