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Comparative Analysis of Clinical Characteristics and Antimicrobial Resistance Between Acinetobacter baumannii and Other Acinetobacter Species
Authors: Kim Si-Ho , Mun Seok Jun
Published: January 2025

Acinetobacter species are major pathogens responsible for hospital-acquired infections. This study aimed to compare the clinical characteristics, outcomes, and antimicrobial resistance between Acinetobacter baumannii (AB) and non-baumannii Acinetobacter (NBA) species. In this retrospective cohort study, we analyzed data from adult patients (aged 18 or older) with Acinetobacter bacteremia treated at two tertiary hospitals from July 2020 to November 2023. Among 260 cases of Acinetobacter bacteremia, 42 (16.2%) involved NBA species. The AB group exhibited higher antimicrobial resistance rates across all tested agents, except for minocycline. Female patients, younger patients, and those with catheter-related infections were more commonly observed in the NBA group than in the AB group, while pneumonia and septic shock were more prevalent in the AB group. In a multivariable analysis of 30-day mortality, factors associated with higher mortality included moderate to severe liver disease, chronic kidney disease, carbapenem resistance, septic shock, and higher Pitt Bacteremia Scores. When stratified by carbapenem resistance (CR) status, only CR-AB exhibited significantly lower 30-day survival rate (33.4%) compared to that of the other groups (non-CR-NBA, 77.3%; CR-NBA, 77.8%; non-CR-AB, 90.1%; p < 0.001). Our findings highlight distinct clinical differences between AB and NBA bacteremia cases; however, the mortality rate for non-CR-AB was comparable to that observed in NBA bacteremia.
Healing Schneider: On Merleau-Ponty’s Ethical System of Play
Authors: Chouraqui Frank
Published: January 2025

The recent publication of Merleau-Ponty’s work from the late Forties contributes valuable material for those interested in reconstructing a specifically Merleau-Pontian theory of value. In this paper, I examine how, in these texts, Merleau-Ponty’s political concerns show themselves to expand upon the famous analysis of the case of Schneider in Phenomenology of Perception. This retroactively offers an opportunity for a normative reading of the case of Schneider and for identifying Merleau-Ponty’s practical philosophy as concerned with preventing and healing agnosia in politics and ethics. On the basis of this negative hypothesis—that the ethical project is to oppose agnosia—it becomes possible to formulate a positive ethics. There, the unpublished texts also expand upon the Phenomenology of Perception: they propose a humanism which relies on the notion of hermeneutic freedom as the chief practical virtue and elaborate, somewhat unexpectedly, an analysis of play as the existential attitude that corresponds to this virtue. I conclude with a meta-ethical assessment of the merits of this ethical construction.
Sustainable 3D Scaffolds Based on β-Chitin and Collagen I for Wound Dressing Applications
Authors: Barbalinardo Marianna , Falini Giuseppe , Montroni Devis
Published: January 2025

The development of greener substitutes for plastics is gaining massive importance in today’s society. This also involves the medical field, where disposable materials are used to grant sterility. Here, a novel protocol using only a water-based solvent for the preparation of bio-based composite foams of actual β-chitin and collagen type I is presented. The influence of the ratio of this chitin polymorph to the collagen on the final material is then studied. The samples with 50:50 and 75:25 ratios produce promising results, such as remarkable water absorption (up to 7000 wt.%), exposed surface (up to 7 m2·g−1), and total pore volume (over 80 vol.%). The materials are also tested using wet mechanical compression, exhibiting a Young’s modulus and tenacity (both calculated between 2% and 25% of deformation) of up to 20 Pa and 9 kPa, respectively. Fibroblasts, keratinocytes, and osteoblasts are grown on these scaffolds. The viability of fibroblasts and keratinocytes is observed for 72 h, whereas the viability of osteoblasts is observed for up to 21 days. Under the two conditions mentioned, cell activity and adhesion work even better than under its counterpart condition of pure collagen. In conclusion, these materials are promising candidates for sustainable regenerative medicine scaffolds or, specifically, as biodegradable wound dressings.
Resonance Frequency as an Indicator of the Damage in Carbon Composite Plates: Analysis on Composites Prepared with Conventional and Sustainable Resins Subjected to Impact Tests
Authors: Ciardiello Raffaele , Boursier Niutta Carlo , Tridello Andrea
Published: January 2025

This paper experimentally investigates the impact response of composite laminates made with conventional and bio-based epoxy resin. Drop tower impact tests were conducted at varying energy levels, including repeated low-energy impacts, to evaluate perforation resistance. The laminates’ residual strength and damage tolerance were assessed using the Damage Index (DI) and by analysing the resonance frequency variations through the Impulse Excitation Technique (IET). The study demonstrates a strong correlation between the DI and the resonance frequencies of the specimens, suggesting that IET can effectively track damage progression in composite laminates. Bio-based resin laminates exhibited higher energy absorption at perforation and lower damage progression during repeated impacts due to the higher ductility of the resin. This method of using resonance frequencies to assess impact damage progression directly in composite laminates throughout the IET technique has not been previously reported in the literature.
Effect of Repeated Autoclave on Hardness and Tensile Strength of Polypropylene/Natural Rubber Developed for Rubber Dam Clamp
Authors: Nonthiphalang Thitaporn , Phumpatrakom Panupat , Rangsantham Paphavarin , Wongwitthayakool Panjaporn , Sirisinha Chakrit , Krajangta Nantawan
Published: January 2025

In this study, we aimed to explore the feasibility of utilizing polypropylene (PP) and natural rubber (NR) blends as alternative materials for rubber dam clamps in dentistry. The hardness of various PP/NR blend ratios was compared to the commercial product SoftClampTM. Selected blend ratios exhibiting hardness values resembling rigid plastic were further evaluated for hardness and tensile strength after undergoing 1, 5, and 10 autoclave cycles. One-way ANOVA test results found that the PP/NR blends exhibited significantly lower hardness (p < 0.001) than the commercial SoftClampTM. PP/NR ratios of 100/0, 90/10, and 80/20 exhibited hardness levels equivalent to 82%, 80%, and 75% of SoftClampTM, respectively. Two-way ANOVA revealed significant reductions in hardness (p < 0.001) and tensile strength (p < 0.001) with increasing NR content across all autoclave cycles. However, post-autoclave assessments at 1, 5, and 10 cycles demonstrated no statistically significant differences in tensile strength (p = 0.058) and hardness (p = 0.52) for PP/NR ratios of 100/0, 90/10, and 80/20 compared to their pre-autoclave states. The NR content within the PP/NR blends decreased hardness and tensile strength, while autoclaving did not significantly affect the hardness and tensile strength of the PP/NR blends.
Advancements in Oral Delivery Systems for Probiotics Based on Polysaccharides
Authors: Wang Zi-Dan , Zhang Wei , Liang Tian-Xin
Published: January 2025

Probiotics are an essential dietary supplement for intestinal flora balance, inhibition of pathogenic bacteria and immune regulation. However, probiotic inactivation during gastrointestinal transportation remains a big challenge for oral administration. Hence, oral delivery systems (ODSs) based on polysaccharides have been constructed to protect probiotics from harsh environments. Cellulose, chitosan, alginate and their derivates have been used to form a protective layer for probiotics. This review summarizes the superiority and application of polysaccharides in forming protective layers for probiotics. Meanwhile, ODS processes including extrusion, emulsion and spray drying are also summarized. The preparation technique mechanism, the microparticle formation process and especially the role polysaccharides serve in the preparation process are overviewed. Lastly, the need for cell viability retention during the dehydration and construction of core-shell ODS microparticles is emphasized in this review.
Correction: Ehyaei et al. Thermodynamic Optimization of a Geothermal Power Plant with a Genetic Algorithm in Two Stages. Processes 2020, 8, 1277
Authors: Ehyaei Mehdi A. , Ahmadi Abolfazl , Rosen Marc A. , Davarpanah Afshin
Published: January 2025

With this correction, the Editorial Office, together with the authors, is making the following amendments to the published article [1]: (1)In Figure 1b, the diagram shows isentropic processes from state 1 to state 3, but a note indicating that this was done for simplicity and that the actual processes are non-isentropic was accidentally omitted [...]
Fault Diagnosis of Rolling Bearings Based on Adaptive Denoising Residual Network
Authors: Chen Yiwen , Zeng Xinggui , Huang Haisheng
Published: January 2025

To address the vulnerability of rolling bearings to noise interference in industrial settings, along with the problems of weak noise resilience and inadequate generalization in conventional residual network frameworks, this study introduces an adaptive denoising residual network (AD-ResNet) for diagnosing rolling bearing faults. Initially, the sensors collect the bearing vibration signals, which are then converted into two-dimensional grayscale images through the application of a continuous wavelet transform. Then, a spatial adaptive denoising network (SADNet) architecture is incorporated to comprehensively extract multi-scale information from noisy images. By exploiting the improved pyramid squeeze attention (IPSA) module, which excels in extracting representative features from channel attention vectors, this unit substitutes the standard convolutional layers present in typical residual networks. Ultimately, this model was validated through experiments using publicly available bearing datasets from CWRU and HUST. The findings suggest that with −6 dB Gaussian white noise, the average accuracy of recognition achieves a rate of 90.96%. In scenarios of fluctuating speeds accompanied by strong noise, the recognition accuracy can reach 89.54%, while the training time per cycle averages merely 3.65 s. When compared to other widely utilized fault diagnosis techniques, the approach described in this paper exhibits enhanced noise resistance and better generalization capabilities.
High-Performance La-, Mo-, and W-Doped NiFe-Layered Double Hydroxide for Methyl Orange Dye and Cr(VI) Adsorption
Authors: Guan Ting , Fang Liang , Wu Fang , Yang Yongxia
Published: January 2025

NiFe-layered double hydroxide (NiFe-LDH) and La-, Mo- or W-doped NiFe-LDH microparticles (NiFeX-LDH, X = La, Mo, W) were synthesized via the co-precipitation method. Their adsorption characteristics were evaluated by the removal of methyl orange (MO) and hexavalent chromium (Cr6+). The effects of the metal ion doping type, doping concentration (0–3at%), pH and temperature on the MO adsorption properties were systematically studied. The results show that W-doped NiFe-LDH exhibits superior MO removal capacity compared to undoped or La- or Mo-doped NiFe-LDH at the same 1at% doping level, which is attributed to the increased layer charge density and strong affinity for the π-electron systems of MO molecules. The NiFeW-LDH-1at% sample demonstrated the best MO adsorption performance within the W-doping range of 0–3at%, achieving a superior adsorption capability of 666.67 mg/g with a significantly shorter equilibrium time (10–120 min) compared to the similar LDH. NiFeW-LDH-1at% showed promising reusability, with its adsorption efficiency remaining 78.3% of its initial level after five adsorption–desorption cycles. The MO uptake onto NiFeX-LDH was attributed to the combined effect of anion exchange and the attraction of layer charge. In addition, the adsorption of NiFeW-LDH-1at% matched well with the Langmuir isotherm model and pseudo-second-order kinetic model, indicating a monolayer and chemical adsorption. Furthermore, NiFeW-LDH-1at% effectively adsorbed of Cr2O72− in the aqueous solution, revealing that W doping significantly enhances Cr(VI) removal performance. The maximum theoretical adsorption capacity onto NiFeW-LDH-1at% reached 63.25 mg/g, which was notably higher than that of the pristine NiFe-LDH adsorbent (53.56 mg/g). Overall, the W-doped NiFe-LDH material, as a low-cost and highly efficient adsorbent, shows great potential for wastewater treatment application.
Low-Resolution Quantized Precoding for Multiple-Input Multiple-Output Dual-Functional Radar–Communication Systems Used for Target Sensing
Authors: Feng Xiang , Zhao Zhongqing , Wang Jiongshi , Wang Jian , Zhao Zhanfeng , Zhou Zhiquan
Published: January 2025

Dual-functional radar–communication systems are extensively employed for the detection and control of unmanned aerial vehicle groups and play crucial roles in scenario monitoring. In this study, we address the downlink precoding problem in large-scale multi-user multiple-input multiple-output dual-function radar–communication systems equipped with low-resolution quantized digital-to-analog converters. To tackle this issue, we develop a weighted optimization framework that minimizes the mean squared error between the transmitted symbols and their estimates while satisfying specific radar performance requirements. Due to the complexity introduced by discrete constraints, we decompose the original problem into three sub-problems to reduce computational burden. Furthermore, we propose a dynamic projection refinement algorithm within the alternating direction method of multiplier framework to efficiently solve these sub-problems. Numerical experiments demonstrate that our proposed method outperforms existing state-of-the-art techniques, particularly in terms of bit error rate in low signal-to-noise ratio scenarios.
Monitoring Coastal Water Turbidity Using Sentinel2—A Case Study in Los Angeles
Authors: Kong Yuwei , Jimenez Karina , Lee Christine M. , Winter Sophia , Summers-Evans Jasmine , Cao Albert , Menczer Massimiliano , Han Rachel , Mills Cade , McCarthy Savannah , Blatzheim Kierstin , Jay Jennifer A.
Published: January 2025

Los Angeles coastal waters are an ecologically important marine habitat and a famed recreational area for tourists. Constant surveillance is essential to ensure compliance with established health standards and to address the persistent water quality challenges in the region. Remotely sensed datasets are increasingly being applied toward improved detection of water quality by augmenting monitoring programs with spatially intensive and accessible data. This study evaluates the potential of satellite remote sensing to augment traditional monitoring by analyzing the relationship between in situ and satellite-derived turbidity data. Field measurements were performed from July 2021 to March 2024 to build synchronous matchup datasets consisting of satellite and field data. Correlation analysis indicated a positive relationship between satellite-derived and field-measured turbidity (R2 = 0.451). Machine learning models were assessed for predictive accuracy, with the random forest model achieving the highest performance (R2 = 0.632), indicating its robustness in modeling complex turbidity patterns. Seasonal trends revealed higher turbidity during wet months, likely due to stormwater runoff from the Ballona Creek watershed. Despite limitations from cloud cover and spatial resolution, the findings suggest that integrating satellite data with machine learning can enhance large-scale, efficient turbidity monitoring in coastal waters.
HI-CMAIM: Hybrid Intelligence-Based Multi-Source Unstructured Chinese Map Annotation Interpretation Model
Authors: Ren Jiaxin , Liu Wanzeng , Chen Jun , Zhu Xiuli , Li Ran , Zhao Tingting , Zhang Jiadong , Tao Yuan , Yin Shunxi , Zhai Xi , Peng Yunlu , Wang Xinpeng
Published: January 2025

Map annotation interpretation is crucial for geographic information extraction and intelligent map analysis. This study addresses the challenges associated with interpreting Chinese map annotations, specifically visual complexity and data scarcity issues, by proposing a hybrid intelligence-based multi-source unstructured Chinese map annotation interpretation method (HI-CMAIM). Firstly, leveraging expert knowledge in an innovative way, we constructed a high-quality expert knowledge-based map annotation dataset (EKMAD), which significantly enhanced data diversity and accuracy. Furthermore, an improved annotation detection model (CMA-DB) and an improved annotation recognition model (CMA-CRNN) were designed based on the characteristics of map annotations, both incorporating expert knowledge. A two-stage transfer learning strategy was employed to tackle the issue of limited training samples. Experimental results demonstrated the superiority of HI-CMAIM over existing algorithms. In the detection task, CMA-DB achieved an 8.54% improvement in Hmean (from 87.73% to 96.27%) compared to the DB algorithm. In the recognition task, CMA-CRNN achieved a 15.54% improvement in accuracy (from 79.77% to 95.31%) and a 4-fold reduction in NED (from 0.1026 to 0.0242), confirming the effectiveness and advancement of the proposed method. This research not only provides a novel approach and data support for Chinese map annotation interpretation but also fills the gap of high-quality, diverse datasets. It holds practical application value in fields such as geographic information systems and cartography, significantly contributing to the advancement of intelligent map interpretation.
DRAF-Net: Dual-Branch Residual-Guided Multi-View Attention Fusion Network for Station-Level Numerical Weather Prediction Correction
Authors: Chen Kaixin , Chen Jiaxin , Xu Mengqiu , Wu Ming , Zhang Chuang
Published: January 2025

Accurate station-level numerical weather predictions are critical for disaster prevention and mitigation, with error correction playing an essential role. However, existing correction models struggle to effectively handle the high-dimensional features and complex dependencies inherent in meteorological data. To address these challenges, this paper proposes the dual-branch residual-guided multi-view attention fusion network (DRAF-Net), a novel deep learning-based correction model. DRAF-Net introduces two key innovations: (1) a dual-branch residual structure that enhances the spatial sensitivity of deep high-dimensional features and improves output stability by connecting raw data and shallow features to deep features, respectively; and (2) a multi-view attention fusion mechanism that models spatiotemporal influences, temporal dynamics, and spatial associations, significantly improving the representation of complex dependencies. The effectiveness of DRAF-Net was validated on two real-world datasets comprising observations and predictions from Chinese meteorological stations. It achieved an average RMSE reduction of 83.44% and an average MAE reduction of 84.21% across all eight variables, significantly outperforming other methods. Moreover, extensive studies confirmed the critical contributions of each key component, while visualization results highlighted the model’s ability to eliminate anomalous values and improve prediction consistency. The code will be made publicly available to support future research and development.
Advancements in Microextraction by Packed Sorbent: Insights into Sorbent Phases and Automation Strategies
Authors: Martins Rafael Oliveira , Borsatto João Victor Basolli , Will Camila , Lanças Fernando Mauro
Published: January 2025

Miniaturized solid-based approaches have added an eco-friendly dimension to analytical procedures, establishing themselves as promising strategies for a wide range of applications. Among these, microextraction by packed sorbent (MEPS) stands out due to its ability to facilitate efficient sample interaction with a densely packed sorb ent phase within the microextraction system. MEPS offers several advantages, including preconcentration capabilities and the use of minimal sample and solvent volumes, making it an appealing choice for modern analytical workflows. Since the extraction efficiency is largely dictated by the sorbent phase, recent advancements in sorbent design have garnered considerable attention in the field of sample preparation. Innovations in sorbent phases have not only enhanced the MEPS efficiency but also enabled the development of semi- and fully automated systems, paving the way for high-throughput methodologies. These advancements have elevated MEPS beyond traditional offline miniaturized sample preparation methods, offering new opportunities for streamlined and scalable analyses. Therefore, this study provides a comprehensive overview of novel sorbent phases used in MEPS, with a particular focus on both bio-based and synthetic materials. Furthermore, it explores the semi- and fully automated aspects of MEPS, highlighting current trends, technological advancements, and future directions in this rapidly evolving field.
Network Evolutionary Game Analysis of Coal-to-Hydrogen CCUS Technology Dissemination in Carbon Trading Market
Authors: Pan Hua , Wang Yan , Chen Yunfeng , Sun Jiakang , Liu Jicheng
Published: January 2025

Integrating coal-to-hydrogen production with Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) is essential for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and facilitating a shift towards a more sustainable energy paradigm. This paper explores the diffusion of CCUS technology within the coal-to-hydrogen sector against the dynamic backdrop of the carbon trading market. An evolutionary game-theoretic approach is utilized within a small-world network framework to analyze the spread of CCUS technology among coal-to-hydrogen enterprises. The simulation reveals that current market dynamics, along with technological, market, and policy-related uncertainties, do not robustly encourage the adoption of CCUS. As the carbon trading market continues to mature, carbon prices become a significant factor influencing the diffusion of CCUS technology in coal-to-hydrogen processes. Furthermore, investment costs, hydrogen market prices, and governmental policies are identified as pivotal elements in the propagation of CCUS technology. This study contributes valuable insights into the sustainable development of the hydrogen industry and the broader implications for low-carbon energy transition strategies.
Life Cycle Assessment of the Production of Biofertilizers from Agricultural Waste
Authors: Orlandella Ilaria , Fiore Silvia
Published: January 2025

This study reviewed 98 references on the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of the conversion of agricultural waste into biofertilizers. Feedstocks were manure (39%), organic/food/wood waste (30%), and crop waste (26%). Biofertilizers were digestate, compost, biochar, and pellets, and full-scale application was prevalent. Approximately 64% of references cited anaerobic digestion (AD) and composting, often combined. Thermochemical and mechanical processes were less (24%) involved, mostly incineration and gasification (10% each) and pyrolysis (4%), with few cases of pelletization. Approximately 30% of references coupled LCA with an economic analysis tool. All references considered the Life Cycle Impact Assessment (LCIA) categories Global Warming Potential (GWP), Ozone Depletion Potential, Eutrophication, and Acidification. In overall AD, compared to other technologies, displayed the largest average impacts, particularly when the chosen functional unit (FU) involved manure. Composting provided lower average impacts compared to AD, and FU referring to organic/food waste largely topped manure. Thermochemical processes exhibited the smallest average impacts, compared to AD and composting, particularly when the FU was related to food/organic waste. In conclusion, further research is needed to explore technologies (particularly thermochemical and mechanical) applied at full-scale in different contexts and to the assessment of economic and social sustainability, identified as main knowledge gaps.
The Impact of Institutional Environment and Innovativeness on Early-Stage Entrepreneurial Activities: The Moderating Effects of Reciprocity
Authors: Park Hyesu , Baek Minjung , Lee Chaewon
Published: January 2025

This study investigates the moderating effects of positive and negative reciprocity on the relationship between institutional environment dimensions—cognitive and normative institutions—and innovativeness on early-stage entrepreneurial activities. Utilizing logistic regression models and data from the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) Adult Population Survey (APS) and the Global Preferences Survey (GPS) across 21 countries, which contains over 22,000 identified individuals, the findings reveal significant insights into how these institutional factors, innovativeness and reciprocity influence entrepreneurial activities globally. As a result of the analysis, (1) contrary to the predominant view that innovativeness universally promotes entrepreneurial success, this study identifies a significant negative relationship between innovativeness and early-stage entrepreneurial activities. (2) Positive reciprocity moderates the effects of both normative institutions and innovativeness, reducing the positive impact of normative institutions while mitigating the negative impact of innovativeness on entrepreneurial activities. (3) Conversely, negative reciprocity significantly amplifies the effects of both normative institutions and innovativeness, intensifying the positive impact of normative institutions and exacerbating the negative impact of innovativeness. By incorporating data from diverse national contexts, this research contributes to a comprehensive understanding of the factors affecting entrepreneurial activities and emphasizes the importance of fostering balanced social interactions. This approach aims to enhance the growth and sustainability of entrepreneurial activities globally, offering valuable insights for national policy development focused on sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystems.
The Tourist Gastronomic Experience: Ties Between Young Foodies’ Motivation and Destination Development in Portugal
Authors: Moura Andreia Antunes , Mira Maria do Rosário , Teixeira Ana Rita
Published: January 2025

Gastronomic tourism has become a dynamic segment within the tourism sector, serving as a vital tool for the economic, cultural, and environmental growth of regions that emphasize culinary experiences. This study examines the motivations of young food-motivated tourists (“foodies”) and their impact on travel choices and destination development. Using a quantitative methodology, data were collected from 170 respondents (131 valid answers) in Portugal. The data were collected through the PTFoodies survey, a tool specifically designed by the authors to analyze tourist motivations and their connections to destination attributes. Principal Component Analysis (PCA) identified five key factors—endogenous products, local gastronomy, quality and innovation, authenticity and tradition, and diversity—revealing a balance between sustainability, local authenticity, and openness to innovation in tourist preferences. Additionally, correlation analysis highlighted significant relationships between motivations, such as the strong association between an interest in culinary routes and event participation and between local product appreciation and the preference for organic food. These findings contribute to both theory and practice by refining motivational theories specific to gastronomic tourism, offering insights into destination development strategies and emphasizing sustainable practices that resonate with tourists’ preferences. The study provides destination managers with actionable strategies to attract food-motivated tourists and foster sustainable community growth through gastronomic tourism.
The Hydrological Impacts of Retrofitted Detention Ponds for Urban Managed Aquifer Recharge in the Cape Flats, South Africa
Authors: Tanyanyiwa Craig Tinashe , Armitage Neil Philip , Okedi John
Published: January 2025

A stormwater detention pond in a low-income residential area in Cape Town, South Africa, was retrofitted to enhance its infiltration capacity and support, among other things, Managed Aquifer Recharge (MAR) in the Cape Flats Aquifer (CFA). Continuous field monitoring was not feasible owing to theft and vandalism risks, leading to the development of a calibrated and validated hydrological model. This model, which integrated the surface and subsurface interactions, evaluated the pond’s performance under six scenarios. The scenarios included: pre- and post-retrofit (Scenarios 1 and 2); potential MAR coupled with the planned abstraction and additional MAR by the City of Cape Town in the CFA (Scenario 3); the impact of an increased infiltration area coupled with a lowered water table (Scenario 4); and climate change impacts on MAR (Scenarios 5 and 6). The study found that retrofitting increased recharge by 118% even with a high water table—i.e., 1.2 m below ground level—(Scenario 2). Scenario 3 indicated groundwater abstraction could increase MAR by up to 290% as the water table is lowered. These findings demonstrate the potential hydrological benefits of retrofitted ponds in enhancing MAR while maintaining their detention functions.
Turbulent Flow Through Sluice Gate and Weir Using Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics: Evaluation of Turbulence Models, Boundary Conditions, and 3D Effects
Authors: Chatzoglou Efstathios , Liakopoulos Antonios
Published: January 2025

Understanding flow dynamics around hydraulic structures is essential for optimizing water management systems and predicting flow behavior in real-world applications. In this study, we simulate a 3D flow control system featuring a sluice gate and a weir, commonly used in hydraulic engineering. The focus is on accurately incorporating modified dynamic boundary conditions (mDBCs) and viscosity treatment to improve the simulation of complex, turbulent flows. We assess the performance of the Smoothed Particle Hydrodynamics (SPH) method in handling these challenging conditions. Especially when the boundary conditions and applicability to industry are two of the SPH method’s grand challenges. Simulations were conducted on a Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) using the DualSPHysics code. The results were compared to theoretical predictions and experimental data found in the literature. Key hydraulic characteristics, including 3D flow effects, hydraulic jump formation, and turbulent behavior, are examined. The combination of mDBCs with the Laminar plus sub-particle scale turbulence model achieved the correct simulation results. The findings demonstrate agreement between simulations, theoretical predictions, and experimental results. This work provides a reliable framework for analyzing turbulent flows in hydraulic structures and can be used as reference data or a prototype for larger-scale simulations in both research and engineering design, particularly in contexts requiring robust and precise flow control and/or environmental management.
Multi-Objective Optimal Planning and Deciding of Low Impact Development for an Intending Urban Area
Authors: Cui Tingting , Gao Qitao , Long Yuqiao
Published: January 2025

As a storm management philosophy, low impact development (LID) is used to control the surface flow and its pollution, especially in the intending urban area in China. Finding the proper LID plan to balance the cost and surface flow effect is very important for the administrators of the cities. Firstly, we combined the SWMM with NSGA II to find the Pareto set of these optimal LID plans. Then, a structural decision-making approach was used to select the proper scheme from the Pareto set. The numerical tests consisted of 40 combinations of different return periods and durations and were conducted. The result shows that the SWMM-NSGA II model is a distributed model which could be used to find the multi-objective optimization LID plans for an intending urban area. When the SDA is used to select the suitable scheme from the Pareto set composed by the optimal alternatives, the weights could reflect the management demand of people. The LIDs might be more effective for more frequent, lighter, and shorter duration storms. It could cost too much, but the control effective might not be obvious in a heavy storm.
Stroke incidence in heart failure and atrial fibrillation: population cohort study
Authors: Jones Nicholas Robert , Smith Margaret , Lay-Flurrie Sarah , Yang Yaling , Hobbs FD Richard , Taylor Clare
Published: January 2025

Background: Heart failure (HF) is a risk factor for stroke among people with atrial fibrillation (AF). Prognosis following a HF diagnosis is often poor, but this is not accounted for in existing stroke risk scores. Aim: To examine stroke incidence in people with HF and AF compared to AF alone, considering the competing risk of death. Design and setting: Population-based cohort study. Methods: We identified 2,381,941 people aged ≥45 years in the Clinical Practice Research Datalink (2000-2018). HF and AF were included as time-varying covariates; 69,575 had HF and AF, 141,562 had AF alone and 91,852 had HF alone. We report hazard ratios for first stroke using Cox and Fine and Gray models. Results: Over median follow-up of 6.62 years, 93,665 people (3.9%) had a first stroke and 314,042 (13.2%) died. Over half (51.3%) of those with HF and AF died. In the fully-adjusted Cox model, relative stroke risk was highest among people with AF alone (HR 2.43, 95%CI: 2.38-2.48) than HF and AF (HR 2.20, 95%CI: 2.14-2.26). In a Fine and Gray model accounting for all-cause mortality, the relative risk of stroke was similar for people with AF alone (HR 2.38, 95%CI: 2.33-2.43), but there was significant attenuation among those with HF and AF (HR 1.48, 95%CI: 1.44-1.53). Conclusion: HF is an aetiological risk factor for stroke yet its prognostic significance is reduced by the high incidence of death. Use of the CHA2DS2VASc score may over-estimate stroke incidence in some people with HF, particularly those with a poor prognosis.
Pelatihan Pembuatan Bolu Pisang Berbahan Dasar Umbi Talas di Desa Cacaban Lor Kabupaten Purworejo
Authors: Trihayuningtyas Endah , Elmia Arini Shofi , Saepudin Deden , Sufianti R. Arti , Asmara Andi
Published: January 2025

Makanan dan minuman yang disajikan di suatu destinasi pariwisata memiliki ciri khas yang membedakannya dengan destinasi pariwisata lainnya. Ciri khas ini dapat berupa bahan baku, cara pengolahan, atau penyajian. Identitas gastronomi yang kuat dapat menjadi daya tarik bagi wisatawan, dan dapat membantu destinasi pariwisata tersebut untuk bersaing dengan destinasi pariwisata lainnya. Sebagai desa wisata rintisan, Desa Cacaban Lor membutuhkan pembinaan dan bimbingan dalam menemukan identitas gastronominya. Dengan mempertimbangkan daya saing keunikan, ketersediaan bahan, serta kemudahan teknik pembuatan maka bolu pisang berbahan dasar tepung talas dinilai sebagai produk yang dapat dikembangkan lebih lanjut menjadi produk UMKM Desa Cacaban Lor.  Keahlian pembuatan Bolu Pisang berbagan dasar Umbi Talas, dapat menjadi salah satu alternatif daya tarik wisata dari aspek kuliner atau makanan khas oleh-oleh Desa Cacaban Lor.  Program kemitraan masyarakat pelatihan pembuatan bolu pisang berahan dasar umbi talas diharapkan dapat memberikan kontribusi positif dalam memberikan bekal keterampilan bagi masyarakat dalam membuat produk makanan dengan memanfaatkan produk lokal yang selama ini belum dimanfaatkan secara optimal.
Analisis Unsur Daya Tarik Wisata Budaya di Wilayah Cina Benteng Kota Tangerang
Authors: Amelia Rizki , Ayuningsih Sri Fajar
Published: January 2025

Studi ini mengeksplorasi atraksi pariwisata budaya di distrik Cina Benteng Kota Tangerang, bertujuan untuk mengembangkannya menjadi tujuan yang luar biasa bagi wisatawan domestik dan internasional. Menggunakan metodologi deskriptif dengan pendekatan kuantitatif, penelitian ini berfokus pada memberikan deskripsi rinci atraksi ini. Dilakukan pada tahun 2020, data dikumpulkan melalui pengamatan langsung, wawancara, dan kuesioner dari 60 peserta, dilengkapi dengan data sekunder dari berbagai sumber literatur. Temuan tersebut mengungkapkan bahwa distrik Cina Benteng diterima positif oleh pengunjung karena potensi pariwisata budaya. Penelitian ini menyoroti pentingnya melestarikan dan meningkatkan unsur-unsur budaya di bidang ini untuk meningkatkan kesadaran di antara para pemangku kepentingan dan masyarakat. Untuk mengembangkan Cina Benteng menjadi tujuan pariwisata budaya yang signifikan, ada beberapa rekomendasi yang diusulkan. Saran-saran utama termasuk melestarikan kualitas budaya Cina Benteng, menerapkan strategi pemasaran yang efektif untuk menarik lebih banyak pengunjung, dan memotivasi stakeholder dan manajer daerah untuk secara aktif mempertahankan dan mempromosikan budaya Benteng Cina. Selain itu, sangat penting untuk mempertimbangkan kepentingan para pemangku kepentingan untuk menerapkan langkah-langkah untuk meningkatkan dan mengoptimalkan area secara efektif. Ini termasuk meningkatkan manajemen area dan menyediakan berbagai fasilitas pendukung. Secara keseluruhan, studi ini menekankan potensi Cina Benteng sebagai tujuan pariwisata budaya terkemuka dan menawarkan rekomendasi strategis untuk pengembangan berkelanjutan.
Pengembangan Produk Suvenir sebagai Pendukung Wisata Edukasi Sejarah
Authors: Masyhari Makhasi Ghifari Yuristiadhi , Pitaya Pitaya , Firstantin Theresia Avila Rencidiptya Gitanati , Rohani Elisa Dwi , Pradana Cerry Surya
Published: January 2025

Makam Pahlawan Nasional adalah salah satu potensi media pembelajaran yang bisa dikembangkan sebagai destinasi wisata edukasi sejarah. Belum banyak Makam Pahlawan Nasional yang dikembangkan dengan kreatif sehingga memunculkan paket wisata beserta produk turunannya seperti suvenir yang bisa menyejahterakan ekonomi masyarakat lokal. Artikel ini membahas pelaksanaan pengabdian masyarakat yang dilaksanakan untuk kelompok masyarakat di Padukuhan Beku, Kalurahan Banjarharjo, Kecamatan Kalibawang, Kabupaten Kulon Progo yang berlangsung selama enam bulan yang berfokus mendampingi pengembangan suvenir sebagai pendukung wisata edukasi sejarah di Makam Nyi Ageng Serang. Hasil dari pengabdian ini adalah dimilikinya produk suvenir kuliner keripik dan lanting serta suvenir lain seperti gantungan kunci, kaos, dan stiker yang diharapkan bisa menjadi tambahan sesuatu yang bisa dibeli (something to buy) wisatawan atau peziarah yang berkunjung ke Makam Nyi Ageng Serang.
Strategi Pengembangan Destinasi Pariwisata Berbasis Gastronomi
Authors: Podung Geraldine , Alifah Winne Riesky , Furqan Alhilal
Published: January 2025

Destinasi pariwisata memerlukan daya tarik yang menjadi poin utama yang akan dijual pada industri pariwisata. Pariwisata berbasis gastronomi menjadi salah satu yang menarik saat ini. Dalam rangka pengembangan suatu destinasi pariwisata, maka dibutuhkan strategi yang tepat. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk melihat dan mengidentifikasi strategi yang cocok untuk diterapkan dalam memulai pengembangan destinasi wisata berbasis gastronomi di Pulau Bangka yang memiliki berbagai potensi dan kekuatan sebagai destinasi pariwisata gastronomi. Sehingga nantinya dengan strategi yang disesuaikan dengan target tersebut dapat dilakukan pengembangan secara bertahap di Pulau Bangka untuk membantu meningkatkan perekonomian melalui pendapatan daerah serta branding terhadap Pulau Bangka.
Information influence on the formation of social competence in higher education students
Authors: Prima Dmytro , Osmuk Nataliia , Tyulpa Tetiana , Ieresko Oleh , Ratsul Oleksandr
Published: January 2025

The article reveals the content of social competence and the role of information in forming social competence among higher education students. Methodological approaches to conducting the study involve establishing worldview positions, general pedagogical patterns of information influence on the formation of social competence of higher education students, and identifying their impact on the results obtained. An experimental study was conducted to assess the optimality of the process of information influence on the formation of social competence of higher education students, the result of which is the integrative quality of the personality-social competence. The conducted cross-section of the levels of formation of social competence of respondents after the completion of the formative experiment showed significantly greater positive changes in the formation of social competence of higher education students in the EG through information influence. In the conclusions, we noted that we experimentally verified the effectiveness of the proposed method of using information technologies in the formation of social competence and monitored the dynamics of the growth of the levels of formation of social competence of students.
The role of innovation parks in shaping modern urban landscapes: a socio-economic and environmental perspective
Authors: Krysovatyy Ihor
Published: January 2025

Policies and the creation of innovation parks have become a major global phenomenon significantly influencing the economic, societal, and ecological environments of urban centers. However, problems of housing accessibility or social equity in innovation park development are still underdeveloped in the literature. To pursue this research objective, this article integrates systematic, comparative, and critical analyses concerning the socio-economic and environmental effects of innovation parks on urban infrastructure. Studies show that innovation parks can decrease CO₂ emissions by 25 % in Europe and 15 % in Ukraine by introducing new approaches to using renewable energy and utilizing the green zones of innovation parks. In the economic perspective, they promote growth by bringing investments that are almost €10 billion across Europe and contributing to creating more than 5,000 startups. On the social level, innovation parks enhance the policy of social inclusion and help create favorable conditions for the growth of small and medium-sized enterprises; however, such positive trends as an increase in housing costs (for instance, in Europe, housing costs have increased by 15% per five years) require a differentiated and effective policy. Implication for practice in integrating innovation parks with social equality and housing affordability is presented in the study. Future research should approve research on effective strategies for implementing social programs targeting different population types and understand the significant global environmental impacts of innovation parks.
Acts of sports law: concept, classification and application
Authors: Ryndiuk Vira I. , Yushchyk Oleksii O. , Kryzskyi Yurii Y. , Kunenko Iryna S. , Teptiuk Maksym P.
Published: January 2025

In this study, the concept of acts of sports law is analyzed and their types are determined in connection with the concept of information, as well as the the specifics of their application, in particular, in the justice system. The methodological basis of the research is the dialectical theory of law, in the context of which the law is defined as a normative means of social management of society. Legal acts of sports law are management decisions in the field of sports, which are accepted and implemented by the subjects of sports relations. Acts of normative and legal regulation, which contain legal information, and acts of normative and technical regulation, which contain non-legal (technical) information, are distinguished. It is claimed that the branch of sports law is formed by norms that contain a certain composition of legal information and make up the system of normative-legal regulation of sports relations. It was concluded that the normative base of sports in Ukraine does not have proper accounting and systematicity, which creates problems both for the formation of the branch of sports law in the national legal system, and for the practice of solving court cases of a sports-legal nature. One of the reasons for this is the combination of activities of state authorities and non-governmental (public) organizations, primarily national and international sports federations, in sports management.
Pendampingan Kawasan Urban dalam Pengelolaan Limbah Rumah Tangga Di Kelurahan Lowokwaru, Kecamatan Lowokwaru, Kota Malang
Authors: Saptadi Darmawan , Handono Setiyo Yuli , Ruminar Hafida , Isaskar Riyanti , Fibrianto Kiki , Srihardyastutie Arie , Luluasa Uzay , Bahaudin Mohamad , Anggaraini Poppay Dwi , Vindiani Yuliana Putri Rizky , Rahmadia Hikmatus Sofa , Hasanah Fauziah
Published: January 2025

Permasalahan lingkungan limbah perkotaan ditengah arus urbanisasi menjadi pembahasan utama dalam beberapa tahun terakhir. Pada dasarnya, jumlah limbah yang dihasilkan bisa meningkat seiring dengan pertambahan penduduk dalam sebuah wilayah. Kecamatan Lowokwaru merupakan salah satu kecamatan berpenduduk terpadat di Kota Malang dengan jumlah 12 kelurahan. Kelurahan Lowokwaru merupakan kelurahan yang dalam periode 2019-2021 mengalami peningkatan jumlah TPS dan terbanyak dibanding 4 kelurahan lainnya di Kota Malang dengan total 17 TPS (BPS Kota Malang, 2023). Melalui kegiatan ini, inovasi dalam memanfaatkan limbah organic menjadi Eco-Enzyme dan Bio-Waste sangatlah potensial untuk dikelola menjadi produk yang bermanfaat dan bernilai ekonomis, melihat banyaknya limbah organik sisa sayuran dan buah-buahan yang belum terkelola dengan baik oleh masyarakat. Kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat dilaksanakan pada rentang waktu  Bulan Juli -  September 2023. Metode penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan PRA (Partisipatif Rural Appraisal) dan pengumpulan data menggunakan  kuesioner dan observasi. Materi yang disampaikan diantaranya pemilahan sampah, kompos, eco-enzym, bio-waste, sabun cair dan sabun padat. Berdasarkan hasil monitoring dan evaluasi dari kegiatan yang sudah dilakukan dapat menyelesaikan permasalahan yang terdapat di kelurahan Lowokwaru serta perubahan pola pikir warga  terhadap sampah dan lingkungan. Dengan dilakukannya kegiatan tersebut, diharapkan Kelurahan Lowokwaru dapat mendukung keberlanjutan pengolahan sampah menjadi produk yang lebih bernilai.
Respon Petani Terhadap Teknologi Pengolahan Lahan Budidaya Cabai di Desa Golo Pua, Kecamatan Kuwus, Kabupaten Manggarai Barat
Authors: Suryadi Marsianus , Likah Sad , Halu Laurensius
Published: January 2025

ABSTRACTThis study aims to determine the response of farmers to chili cultivation land processing technology in Golo Pua Village, Kuwus District, West Manggarai Regency. This type of research is a survey. Data collection techniques through questionnaires and observation. The survey results showed that the pretest results for 30 respondents obtained the lowest score was 3 and the highest score was 12, those who had high category knowledge were 6 respondents, moderate category knowledge were 22 respondents, low category knowledge was 1 respondent and very low category knowledge was 1 respondent. The percentage of pre-test knowledge is 52.35%. The results of the post test showed that the lowest score was 11 and the highest score was 17, 21 respondents had very high category knowledge, 9 respondents had high category knowledge. The percentage of post test knowledge is 85.29%. This means that counseling about chili cultivation land processing technology is able to increase respondents' knowledge. Based on the results of observations using the skills observation sheet, it was obtained by respondents with high skills as many as 30 people with a percentage of the skill aspect of chili farmers of 93.61%.