bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Identificação e localização de pequenos produtores informais de cachaça no território de identidade sertão produtivo
Authors: Bomfim Antônio Ribeiro , Silva Gilberto Araújo , Oliveira Cláudio Roberto Meira de , Helfenstein Lara Amorim , Oliveira Denise dos Santos Colares de
Published: May 2024

A história da criação da cachaça está diretamente ligada a colonização do Brasil pelos Portugueses, e advém do resultado da integração entre os povos. Logo a importância histórica da cachaça está justamente relacionada ao início da colonização portuguesa no Brasil. A cachaça é o segundo maior patrimônio cultural brasileiro, só perdendo para o futebol. O objetivo da pesquisa foi localizar pequenos produtores de cachaça no território de identidade do Sertão Produtivo, identificando seus desafios e perspectivas na busca pelo desenvolvimento da atividade produtora. A metodologia utilizada teve como método o indutivo, sendo a pesquisa caracterizada por uma abordagem qualitativa e exploratória. As técnicas de coleta de dados utilizadas nesta pesquisa foram: pesquisa bibliográfica e pesquisa de campo. Nessa primeira etapa da pesquisa, identificaram-se produtores de cachaça nos seguintes municípios: Guanambi, Urandi, Candiba, Caetité e Lagoa Real. Nos alambiques identificados, percebemos que a estrutura e tecnologia utilizadas para a produção de cachaça, em alguns casos se mostram mais modernos e profissionalizados, ao tempo que outros ainda são bastante simples e com tecnologia rudimentar. A localização de difícil acesso, em alguns casos, compromete o escoamento da produção e dificulta a comercialização por um preço mais justo. Apesar das dificuldades encontradas, a pesquisa teve um resultado satisfatório. Concluímos que há uma necessidade de continuidade do projeto para o próximo ano, visto que, foi identificado a existência de um número maior de produtores que o esperado, podendo expandir a pesquisa para outros municípios.
Potencialidades e riscos de espécies vegetais empregadas na terapêutica e/ou prevenção da COVID-19: revisão integrativa
Authors: Ferreira Beatriz Ribeiro , Pinheiro Joselma Damiana Crovea , Godinho Jéssyca Wan Lume da Silva , Vilanova Crisálida Machado , Coutinho Denise Fernandes , Rodrigues Sarah Beatriz Ferreira , Amaral Flávia Maria Mendonça do
Published: May 2024

Desde o início da pandemia do novo coronavírus, houve grande preocupação diante de uma doença cujos possíveis impactos e morbidade ainda eram desconhecidos, iniciando, assim, uma corrida na descoberta de um tratamento para esta doença. Nesse sentido diversas pesquisas foram e estão sendo realizadas em busca de espécies vegetais passíveis de serem utilizadas na terapêutica da COVID-19. Portanto, esse estudo tem como objetivo realizar revisão de estudos etnodirigidos de espécies vegetais referenciadas na terapêutica e/ou prevenção da COVID-19. Foi realizada uma busca nas bases Scielo, LILACS e PubMed entre 2020 a 2022. Foram selecionados 32 artigos, predominando os de língua inglesa (n= 30), em 2021 (56,25%) e nos países Irã, Índia e Estados Unidos (15,62%); 86 espécies vegetais foram referidas, pertencentes a 51 famílias, com predomínio de Asteraceae e Laminaceae. As espécies mais referidas foram Glycyrrhiza glabra L. (4,65%) e Nigella sativa L. (3,48%), predominando o uso da raiz (29,4 %), preparadas como extrato aquoso (23,5%). Para futuros trabalhos, deve ser estimulada a continuidade dos estudos de validação com tais espécies, fundamentados na certificação de eficácia, segurança e qualidade; afim de minimizar os riscos do uso popular de produto inadequado e contribuir na pesquisa e desenvolvimento de um futuro bioproduto no tratamento do SARS-CoV-2.
Gelatin-chitosan coating increases shelf life and reduces microbial load in pirarucu fish (Arapaima gigas) during refrigerated storage
Authors: Santos Lorena Limão Vieira dos , Barbosa Jhonatas Rodrigues , Oliveira Joicy Corrêa de , Santos Lucely Nogueira dos , Silva Letícia Ribeiro Carvalho , Silva Elen Vanessa Costa da , Rabello Fernanda Sales , Lourenço Lucia de Fátima Henriques
Published: May 2024

Há uma preocupação global crescente sobre a segurança dos alimentos frescos e a necessidade de métodos para aumentar o prazo de validade. Portanto, este estudo desenvolveu revestimentos de gelatina-quitosana e os aplicou para aumentar a vida útil do pirarucu. As amostras revestidas foram analisadas periodicamente quanto às características químicas e microbiológicas. Os resultados indicaram que os tratamentos inibiram significativamente o crescimento microbiano, retardaram a oxidação lipídica e reduziram os valores de substâncias reativas ao ácido tiobarbitúrico e ao nitrogênio das bases voláteis totais. A aparência dos peixes revestidos com quitosana e gelatina foi influenciada pela mudança de cor. No geral, o revestimento com quitosana e gelatina pode ser um método promissor para manter a qualidade de armazenamento de filés de pirarucu armazenados em temperatura refrigerada.
NEW TRENDS IN ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP – THE IMPACT OF LEADERS ON ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE AND INNOVATION
Authors: Nowak Kamil
Published: May 2024

In the dynamically changing world of business, organizational leadership becomes a catalyst for success, shaping organizational culture and stimulating innovation in enterprises. Contemporary leaders, standing at the center of organizational transformation, influence business strategies, the lives of employees, and the company’s market image. Effective leadership requires adaptation to new technologies, managing diversity, and building innovative teams. The article analyzes various leadership theories, including trait, behavioral, situational, transformational, transactional, charismatic, servant, and relational theories, emphasizing their impact on organizational culture and employee motivation. Modern trends in leadership, such as authentic leadership, servant leadership, remote management, and sustainable business practices, respond to changing business and social demands. These trends affect management practices and organizational culture, promoting openness, trust, and collaboration. Leaders play a key role in shaping organizational culture and stimulating innovation, adapting to the changing trends and challenges of contemporary business.
Factores que afectan el desarrollo de la comprensión auditiva de adolescentes aprendices de inglés como lengua extranjera (EFL)
Authors: Chacón-Zhañay Lesley Jennifer , Argudo-Garzón Antonio Lenin
Published: May 2024

La comprensión auditiva se considera una de las habilidades en inglés que ayuda a comunicarse con otros, no solo entender lo que el hablante está diciendo, es más que eso. Escuchar implica conocimiento del vocabulario, la gramática y la fonética del hablante. También comprende el contexto de las palabras y frases del idioma. Esta revisión se enfocó en analizar los desafíos que enfrentan los adolescentes en cuanto a la comprensión auditiva en clases de inglés como lengua extranjera (EFL). Como resultado de esta revisión, el factor primario que puede afectar o influir en la comprensión auditiva es el educador, porque tienen la responsabilidad de guiar a los estudiantes para desarrollar y mejorar sus habilidades como la lectura, la escritura, el habla, la gramática y la comprensión oral, que son muy importantes cuando se trata de aprender inglés. Los profesores deben analizar las estrategias que implementan dependiendo de la edad del estudiante y los desafíos que puedan enfrentar en la comprensión auditiva, como la falta de conocimiento en vocabulario, gramática y los diferentes acentos de hablantes nativos y no nativos de diferentes nacionalidades.
O PAPEL DA CIRURGIA ORTOGNÁTICA NO TRATAMENTO DA SÍNDROME DA APNEIA OBSTRUTIVA DO SONO (SAOS)
Authors: Inoue Matheus Dilson Rocha , Melo Alessandro Antony Gomes Calixto de , Oliveira Kauan de Sousa , Queiroz Izabela Pacheco , Santos Maria Vitória Araújo , Attie Thays Munyque Barbosa , Marques Diego César , Naves Neto Valdor Araújo , Souza Camila Myssen Coelho de , Ferreira Peterson Rodrigues , Deconto Aline Bassani , Borges Mariana Ortelan , Kang Sin Won , Carneiro Grace Kelly Martins , Pereira Yuri Emanuel Felix
Published: May 2024

O objetivo do estudo é revisar a eficácia dessa abordagem terapêutica, discutir suas indicações e contraindicações, analisar os resultados clínicos e funcionais em pacientes com SAOS. Os resultados clínicos e funcionais apresentam uma redução significativa na gravidade dos sintomas da SAOS após a cirurgia ortognática, com muitos pacientes relatando melhorias na qualidade do sono e na função cognitiva. No entanto, são destacadas as complicações potenciais associadas ao procedimento, enfatizando a importância de uma abordagem multidisciplinar e individualizada para cada caso. Por fim, as considerações finais sublinham a importância da colaboração entre diferentes especialidades médicas para garantir o sucesso do tratamento da SAOS. A cirurgia ortognática emerge como uma ferramenta valiosa quando integrada a uma abordagem abrangente que inclui outras modalidades terapêuticas e considera as necessidades individuais de cada paciente. Essas conclusões destacam a relevância contínua da cirurgia ortognática no manejo da SAOS e ressaltam a necessidade de pesquisas adicionais para aprimorar ainda mais as diretrizes de tratamento e otimizar os resultados para os pacientes.
IMAGEM CORPORAL NA EXPERIÊNCIA DA HANSENÍASE: UMA REVISÃO BIBLIOGRÁFICA
Authors: Pereira Kaic Santos Silva , Luz Iani Soares , Ribeiro Júlia Hatgivagiannis , Santos Louise Conti Lima , Silva Camila Silveira , Trece Mayana de Souza
Published: May 2024

O estudo tem como objetivo analisar o impacto da experiência de adoecimento por hanseníase na percepção da imagem corporal dos indivíduos. Esta pesquisa consiste em uma revisão bibliográfica integrativa. Foram conduzidas buscas em bases de dados online, incluindo Lilacs®, Scopus®, Dimensions®, Web of Science®, Medline® e PubMed®. Os critérios de inclusão consideraram materiais científicos publicados até o ano de 2023 em revistas indexadas nas bases de dados nos idiomas inglês, espanhol e português, além de materiais que abordaram a imagem corporal na experiência da hanseníase. Um total de 151 publicações científicas foram identificadas. Destas, 10,6% foram encontradas na Lilacs®, 23,2% no Scopus®, 21,2% no Dimensions®, 15,2% no Web of Science®, 23,2% no Medline® e 6,6% no PubMed®. Após a aplicação dos critérios de inclusão e exclusão, 19,9% dos artigos foram selecionados para leitura na íntegra. Finalmente, após uma análise detalhada, 6,6% dos artigos foram considerados elegíveis para o estudo. A literatura científica apresenta evidências significativas sobre o impacto negativo da hanseníase na percepção da imagem corporal dos indivíduos, influenciando aspectos psicológicos como sentimentos de tristeza, desaprovação, desespero, depressão e sensação de morte. É crucial destacar a importância da reconstrução do autocuidado e da reintegração social dessas pessoas, juntamente com a reabilitação da imagem corporal, visando promover uma melhor qualidade de vida.
Unraveling the Effects of the Financial Crisis on the Going Concern of Sri Lankan Tourism-Related SMEs: A Qualitative Inquiry
Authors: Lokeshwara Anuja Akalanka , Wickramanayaka Wickramanayakage Demini Avindya , Nilumind Pradhana Mudiyanselage Disuri Ruwanya , Deepanayake Kekanadura Vidana Arachchige Pumudu Chamathka , Wijayasundara Thulani Pulara , Kumarapperuma Chathurini
Published: May 2024

This research focuses on assessing the repercussions of the financial crisis on the sustainability of Sri Lankan tourism-related SMEs. Employing purposive sampling, twelve SME owners, each with a minimum of five years of operational history within the years 2018 to 2022, were selected to represent this vital sector. Through in-depth interviews, we investigate how the financial crisis affected the continued operation of these tourism-related SMEs. The findings demonstrate the diverse and profound impacts of the crisis. Many SMEs grappled with rising costs, inadequate working capital, and the looming threat of bankruptcy. Notably, the financial crisis marked a turning point for Sri Lanka's SMEs, triggering a shift in the domestic production landscape due to currency fluctuations and import constraints. The study also delves into the dynamic relationship between financial resources and organizational strategies, revealing configurations that ranged from notably productive to less so. We explore how increased financial resources, amidst macroeconomic restrictions, could influence these dynamics. In summary, this study provides critical insights into the unique challenges faced by tourism-related SMEs in Sri Lanka during the financial crisis. By implementing the recommended strategies, these enterprises can not only navigate the crisis's hurdles but also harness new growth opportunities.
How Social Media Affects Illegal Immigration in Albania?
Authors: Skana Pranvera
Published: May 2024

The main topic of conversation between Albania and Great Britain at the moment is illegal immigration. The impact that social media has had on the growth in the number of young Albanians traveling to the British island makes these changes even more intriguing. Apps like Tik Tok, Instagram, or Facebook—these previously underutilized mechanisms have transformed into enormous connecting and influencing tools between criminal organizations that readily recruit young people, allowing the growth of illegal commerce. Information is interactive and available in real time due to today's media. Geographically, connections to the targeted people are present everywhere. By showcasing the efforts of "organized groups" via movies, pictures, or letters, these programs build strong relationships based on trust. We are alluding to the TikTok films of Albanian refugees on boats at the Dover port's border with England, which the British press referred to as a "new form of communication". Social media in this situation helps to establish favorable conditions that encourage illegal immigration. Why this subject? Immigration-related concerns are of great importance right now in our nation and abroad. The "communicative" component now provides these innovations a new dimension. The research method is qualitative. Erl Murati, the editor-in-chief of "Gazeta Shqiptare," Bled Koka, the editor-in-chief of "Syri TV/Syri.net," and Zylyftar Bregu, a media researcher, are among the three media specialists who are interviewed. Additionally, 20 interviews with students and youth will be conducted in order to learn more about how to inform them. Quantitative and qualitative statistics will be provided for this article through the TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook accounts that were created specifically for the goal of monitoring the "blogosphere."
 
 
Received: 19 February 2024 / Accepted: 21 March 2024 / Published: 23 March 2024
BELIA DAN 1MALAYSIA: ANTARA CABARAN DAN HARAPAN
Authors:   Fakulti Sains Pentadbiran dan Pengajian Polisi Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Shah Alam, BADARUDDIN SHAHARUDDIN
Published: May 2024

ABSTRAK Perpaduan kaum merupakan salah satu daripada cabaran terbesar yang perlu ditangani dan diuruskan oleh Malaysia sebagai sebuah negara yang berbilang kaum. Cabaran ini ternyata amat getir apabila negara pernah mengalami peristiwa berdarah 13 Mei 1969. Peristiwa ini memberi kesan yang amat ketara kepada negara dan ini dapat dilihat menerusi kelahiran Dasar Ekonomi Baru (DEB), gagasan Rukun Negara, Dasar Pendidikan Kebangsaan, Dasar Kebudayaan Kebangsaan, Dasar Bahasa Kebangsaan di mana semua ini adalah merupakan satu manifestasi terhadap kesungguhan Kerajaan dalam menyuburkan perpaduan di antara kaum di negara ini. Kelihatan ia begitu signifikan apabila kita kaitkan perpaduan kaum dengan golongan belia. Golongan yang merangkumi hampir separuh daripada populasi Malaysia mempunyai pengaruh yang amat besar dalam mencorak masa depan negara. Ini dilihat amat relevan apabila Perdana Menteri, YAB Dato’ Sri Mohd Najib Tun Razak memperkenalkan konsep 1Malaysia pada bulan April 2009 sebaik sahaja mengambilalih tampuk pemerintahan dari Tun Abdullah Ahmad Badawi. 1Malaysia adalah merupakan kemuncak kepada keinginan dan hasrat beliau untuk melihat erti perpaduan dalam maksud yang sebenar dan asli. Kertas ini akan meninjau cabaran-cabaran yang dilihat merintangi usaha mencapai kejayaan konsep 1Malaysia dari perspektif belia. Selain itu juga, kertas ini akan merencanakan harapan golongan ini pada masa depan, dari sudut perpaduan kaum. Kata Kunci: Belia, Perpaduan Kaum, Malaysia, Cabaran, Harapan
1 SEMANGAT PATRIOTISME MENJANA KONSEP 1MALAYSIA: REALITI ATAU FANTASI
Authors:   Jabatan Antropologi dan Sosiologi Fakulti Sastera dan Sains Sosial Universiti Malaya, YURNI AHMAD NOOR SULASTRY
Published: May 2024

Semangat patriotisme di kalangan masyarakat majmuk Malaysia amat signifikan dalam menjayakan konsep perjuangan 1Malaysia. Kemajmukan ini bukanlah hanya ditentukan oleh kepelbagaian kaum, etnik dan ras malah kepelbagaian budaya, amalan, agama dan sebagainya adalah penggerak kepada keharmonian masyarakat Malaysia. Kebelakangan ini terdapat beberapa unsur yang berbaur perkauman mula dibincangkan secara terbuka sehingga menimbulkan perasaan yang sensitif di antara satu kaum dengan kaum yang lain. Perbincangan konsep 1Malaysia bukanlah sekadar bicara kosong tetapi merupakan sebuah dorongan jitu untuk membentuk sebuah masyarakat yang mempunyai 1semangat cintakan negara. Justeru, ideologi ini perlu disokong oleh semua lapisan masyarakat dengan bersatu hati demi mempertahankan maruah negara. Kertas ini akan membincangkan hala tuju 1Malaysia dalam membentuk masyarakat terutama golongan belia yang berhati waja dan semangat patriotisme tinggi. Malah, perbezaan dari ideologi, kaum dan parti dalam Malaysia sepatutnya tidak dijadikan sebagai suatu halangan kepada usaha mencapai 1Malaysia.
DYNAMICS OF THE MEDIA AND YOUTH TRANSFORMATION IN MALAYSIA: AN OBSERVATION
Authors:   Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, MUN CHIN YEE
Published: May 2024

Perubahan dalam pendekatan kerajaan untuk memantau sektor media dan impak penggunaan internet telah mengubah nilai politik dan budaya belia Malaysia. Kini belia lebih berpengetahuan, lebih mendesak dan cenderung dalam mengejar idealisme demokrasi. Transformasi sedemikian tidak boleh dipandang remeh. Parti-parti politik terutamanya parti pemerintah memandang serius perubahan tersebut memandangkan majoriti pengundi terdiri daripada belia. Kepentingan belia dalam menentukan keputusan pilihan raya menjadi semakin nyata selepas pilihan raya umum 2008. Kerajaan Barisan Nasional mengorak langkah untuk cuba membina semula hubungan dengan golongan belia yang sudah berubah melalui konsep 1Malaysia. Namun begitu, mampukah konsep tersebut membantu kerajaan Barisan Nasional untuk mendapat sokongan belia? Bagi menjawab persoalan ini, artikel ini menyorot transformasi sosial yang melanda belia Malaysia. Konsep 1Malaysia yang diperkenalkan oleh Dato’Seri Mohd. Najib Abdul Razak dianalisis bagi menilai potensi konsep tersebut dalam meraih sokongan belia. Pelbagai aspek yang berkaitan dengan transformasi belia akibat perubahan struktural dalam industri media dan juga teknologi turut dibincangkan. Kata Kunci: 1Malaysia, Tranformasi Belia, Perubahan Sosial
GAGASAN 1MALAYSIA DAN SEMANGAT PATRIOTISME BELIA PROGRAM LATIHAN KHIDMAT NEGARA (PLKN)
Authors:   Fakulti Ekologi Manusia, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), TALIB AHMAD TARMIZI
Published: May 2024

ABSTRAK Makalah ini mengupas semangat patriotisme dan nasionalisme belia Malaysia dalam Program Latihan Khidmat Negara (PLKN). Belia dari pelbagai latar belakang dan etnik mengikuti program ini selama 3 bulan bertujuan meningkatkan semangat patriotisme dan nasionalisme dalam jiwa generasi muda. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif melalui teknik survei ke atas pelatih-pelatih PLKN. Seramai 800 orang responden telah dipilih sebagai sampel kajian di mana mereka perlu menjawab borang soal selidik sebanyak dua kali, iaitu di peringkat awal penyertaan mereka PLKN dan kedua ketika mereka hampir tamat menjalani PLKN. Kaedah ini digunakan untuk melihat sejauh mana PLKN dapat menerapkan dan memupuk semangat patriotisme dan nasionalisme dalam kalangan peserta. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan bahawa semangat patriotisme dan nasionalisme dalam kalangan belia Malaysia adalah tinggi. Oleh itu, pihak kerajaan perlu meneruskan program ini demi kesejahteraan dan masa depan negara dalam konteks membangunkan semangat patriotisme dan nasionalisme golongan belia. Kata Kunci: Belia, Patriotisme, Nasionalisme, Program Latihan Khidmat Negara, 1Malaysia
YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP CHARACTERISTICS AND CHALLENGES FACED BY YOUTH ENTREPRENEURS IN MALAYSIA
Authors:   Anthropology and Sociology Programme School of Social Development and Environmental Studies Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, GERALDINE CHAN KIM LING
Published: May 2024

ABSTRACT In Malaysia, although youth entrepreneurship is now on the rise and is a topic much discussed and highlighted in the media, what is still lacking is systematic and in-depth knowledge of youth entrepreneurship in Malaysia. The authors feel that greater knowledge about youth entrepreneurship is necessary to provide information to the government to design effective strategies and programmes for improvement in youth entrepreneurship so as to increase socio-economic development. This knowledge is useful to society, particularly to youths, especially in alleviating problems of youth unemployment, and to increase youth participation and interest in entrepreneurship as a form of career path. To obtain such knowledge, the authors embarked on an exploratory study in 2009 on the nature of youth entrepreneurship in Malaysia. The study aims to explore the entrepreneurial characteristics of youth entrepreneurs in terms of personal, social and business characteristics, as well as challenges they faced. Findings from a survey of 531 male and female youths in Klang Valley revealed some commonalities between the youths in terms of entrepreneurial traits, problems and challenges faced by them. Keywords: Youth Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Traits, Personal Characteristics, Social Characteristics, Business Characteristics
The Effects of Leadership Style, Resource Allocation, and School Culture on Teacher Job Satisfaction and Retention Rates in Indonesian High Schools
Authors: Tarigan Budi Akhmad , Nurmiati Ai Siti
Published: May 2024

In this quantitative study, teacher job satisfaction and retention rates in Indonesian high schools are examined as a function of school culture, resource allocation, and leadership style. In the study, 276 instructors from various high schools in Indonesia were included as a sample. A structured questionnaire was used to gather the data, and structural equation modeling with partial least squares (SEM-PLS) was used for analysis. The findings show a strong positive correlation between teacher job satisfaction, school culture, resource allocation, transformational leadership, and retention rates. Three factors stand out as critical indicators of teacher job satisfaction and retention: transformational leadership, appropriate resource allocation, and a strong school culture. The aforementioned results highlight the significance of promoting supportive leadership behaviors, guaranteeing adequate resource allocation, and establishing favorable school environments in order to improve teacher retention and well-being in Indonesian secondary education.
Consumer Protection and Organizers' Responsibilities for Concert Cancellations in Indonesia
Authors: Sakti Muthia , Aurelia Amanda
Published: May 2024

This research discusses the legal protection of consumers and the responsibility of event organizers for concerts that are canceled, with a case study of the 2022 Berdendang Bergoyang Festival. Canceled concerts often have a negative impact on consumers and challenge the organizers' legal responsibilities. This research aims to analyze the legal aspects involved in concert cancellations, as well as to evaluate the effectiveness of existing consumer protection regulations. The research method used is normative juridical legal research with a case study approach. The research results show that there is a lack of clarity in the legal framework governing concert cancellations, which can lead to conflict between consumers and organisers. In addition, consumer protection does not yet fully cover event cancellation situations that are beyond the organizer's control. Therefore, it is necessary to improve consumer protection regulations and increase legal awareness among event organizers. This research contributes to understanding the legal dynamics related to concert cancellations and formulating recommendations for improving regulations that can increase consumer legal protection and clarify organizers' responsibilities in dealing with canceled concert situations held.
Security Risk Analysis and Price Predictions with Machine and Deep Learning Models (LSTM)
Authors: Muhammad Mehdi Muhammad Mehdi , Inam Ul Haq Inam Ul Haq , Atif Ikram Atif Ikram
Published: May 2024

Risk analysis and price predictions of securities, shares and stocks, have been a challenging problem for investors. Many factors, Economic, Political etc., can disturb stock returns and their prices. However, with the advent of Artificial Intelligence and Machine/Deep Learnings techniques, predictions of returns and prices have become very easy with accuracy and precision. In this research paper focus is given to Long Short Term Memory (LSTM) model, closing prices of Tech stocks/shares of companies in technology industry are predicted, RMSE and accuracy (MAPE) is calculated and then compared these values with the predicted and calculated values of Feedforward Neural Network (FNN) model and Recurrent Neural Network (RNN) model. After using weighted average method, LSTM is proven to be one of the best models to predict securities prices and returns.
Brain to 3D Model (Enabling tech of 3D Printers)
Authors: Abdullah Bin Masood Abdullah Bin Masood , Muhammad Javaid Iqbal Muhammad Javaid Iqbal , Sheeraz Akram Sheeraz Akram , Urooj Akmal Urooj Akmal , Muneefa Malik Muneefa Malik , Abdullah Habib Abdullah Habib , Inam Ul Haq Inam Ul Haq
Published: May 2024

This study was planned to conduct and to bring the novel approach of thoughts into 3D into reality by using AI techniques & Methods. The study was conducted on user EEG signals and processed into pre-trained tokens of NLP and EEG signals to identify the probability of the EEG signal approach. The translation of EEG and ECoG signals into NLP level and generate a better prompting to Solve the issue hidden in Tokens of Prompting. These Prompt Techniques produce Generative Art by using Stable diffusion to create an image.  That 2 Dimension image has Raw data at the background which is removed by using u2net & ModNet to introduce a more refined format as a preprocess for 3-D artwork Generation. The study focused on using different model like shape-e by OpenAI to create a more general approach but our code used it to produce for specifically 3-D avatar character for Metaverse. Using PifuHD estimation model by Facebook and lightweight human pose estimation.3-D art produced a more refined artwork as 3-D object file that can later be used in terms of producing into 3-D printed stuff and enable 3-D Printers closer to User Access as an efficient way of Technology.
Prediction of COVID-19 By Applying Supervised Machine Learning Techniques
Authors: Usman Shabbir Usman Shabbir , Mustafa Shakir Mustafa Shakir
Published: May 2024

In the era of modern lifestyle, humans going to modernize everything with innovative brains finding the solution for the latest pandemic of this century which is COVID-19. The diagnosis of COVID-19 is a critical and slow process, to tackle this we decided to diagnose COVID-19 quickly by using machine learning (ML) due to its prediction for time-saving. Therefore, in this research, a patient admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU) has vital signs such as heart rate, oxygen saturation (SPO2), blood pressure, and respiratory rate using wearable sensors which are the main vital signs of COVID-19. the predictive models using machine learning algorithms support vector machine (SVM), random forest (RF), and bagging tree (BG)  for more accurate predictions. The proposed prediction model results used dataset, and models trained with Support Vector Machine in AUC=  0.9.1, ROC = 0.90 curve, Random Forest AUC = 0.920, and ROC = 0.91, and Bagging Tree AUC = 0.913, and ROC = 0.91 which shows the prediction accuracy. This research indicates machine learning's capability to predict COVID19 quickly instead of conventional methods that have previously been adopted in pandemics such as influenza.
Chinese-English Interpreting Strategies from the Perspective of Communicative Translation Theory : A Case Study of Xi Jinping’s Opening Speeches at the Belt and Road Forums
Authors: Bao Xuemei , Zhao Meijuan
Published: May 2024

Since the launch of the Belt and Road Initiative, China has been enhancing its international collaborations and expanding its global influence. This paper examines President Xi Jinping’s opening speeches at the Belt and Road Forum, highlighting the linguistic features and discussing effective interpreting strategies based on communicative translation theory. A qualitative method is employed to explain Xi’s use of allusions and colloquialisms. It is found that effective communication strategies in interpreting from Chinese to English require careful consideration at lexical, syntactic, and discourse levels. Specifically, it suggests modifying fragmented sentence structures to align with English expressions and enhancing discourse coherence through techniques such as repetition and conjunctions. As such, it is hoped to provide interpreters with practical insights for navigating challenges in interpreting activities.
Exploring the Genetic Diversity and Agronomic Performance of Okra Varieties Using Variance Analysis
Authors: Syfullah Khalid , Islam Md. Saiful , Manik Md. Mahmudul Hasan , Haque Md. Imdadul , Khanam Aliya Adiba , Imtiaz Abdullah All , Joha Md Ruhul Kuddus
Published: May 2024

The experiment was conducted at the experimental field of Genetics and Plant Breeding Department of Sher-e-Bangla Agricultural University, Dhaka Bangladesh during March 2017 to July 2017. The experiment was conducted in randomized complete block design with three replications. Twenty eight genotypes of okra were used in this study which was collected from Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute (BARI), Gazipur and local market. The extent of diversity present between genotypes determines the extent of improvement gained through selection and hybridization. The more divergent the two genotypes are the more will be the probability of improving through selection and hybridization. Mean square of most of the characters studied revealed that genotypes showed highly significant (P< 0.01) differences for all the traits studied.  High genotypic and phenotypic coefficient of variation were observed for primary branches (43.91 and 33.64) and fruit yield per plant (37.51 and 32.48). So, divergent genotypes are recommended to use as parents in future hybridization program.
Identification of Transgressive Segregation for Yield and Resistance to Yellow Stem Borer (Scirpophaga incertulas Walker) in F2 Segregating Generation of Six Rice Crosses (Oryza sativa L.)
Authors: Prasanna G. S. Shai , Joshi J. L.
Published: May 2024

The research investigation on the occurrence of transgressive segregation in F2 populations derived from six rice crosses namely: ADT 43 X TKM 6, ADT 43 X ASD 12, ADT 45 X TKM 6, ADT 45 X ASD 12, ASD 16 X TKM 6 and ASD 16 X ASD 12 with the aim of identifying superior genotypes for yield and resistance to the yellow stem borer (Scirpophaga incertulas). This research was conducted through series of field observations for transgressive segregants at Plant Breeding Farm, Department of Genetics and Plant Breeding, Faculty of Agriculture, Annamalai University during Kharif season of 2022. The crosses involved high-yielding but susceptible female parents (ADT 43, ADT 45, ASD 16) and YSB resistant but low yielding male parents (TKM 6, ASD 12). In the F2 generation, a wide range of phenotypes was observed for yield-related traits and YSB resistance. Twelve superior transgressive segregants were identified in each cross, exhibiting increased grain yield per plant, number of productive tillers, and number of grains per panicle, coupled with high levels of resistance to YSB. The results suggest that the parents carried different alleles and genes governing yield and its component traits, allowing the accumulation of favorable alleles in the F2 progeny through recombination. The identification of these high-performing transgressive segregants provides opportunities for further evaluation and potential use in rice breeding programs to develop improved cultivars with enhanced yield and biotic stress resistance.
Diseño y validación de un instrumento para medir la percepción del impacto de la transformación digital en las PYMES
Authors: Morales Pulido María Isaura , Velázquez Ugalde Liliana
Published: May 2024

Como parte de los avances del proyecto de investigación doctoral, La transformación digital como herramienta para la innovación en una organización de seguridad tecnológica. Estudio de caso, se presenta el procedimiento que se llevó a cabo para el diseño y validación de uno de los instrumentos utilizados para recuperar la percepción y conocimiento de los colaboradores de algunas PYMES que han implementado transformaciones digitales para la mejora en sus procesos operativos. Se diseñó un cuestionario integrado por 18 ítems relacionados con las cinco variables de estudio y sus subvariables, mismas que fueron resultado de una etapa previa de investigación del marco teórico y conceptual. La validación se llevó a cabo con el estadístico para variables nominales Alfa de Conbrach, lo que permitió validar la consistencia del instrumento (α=,829).
The Indian soybean revolution - Ascertaining the determinants and the tipping point
Authors: SIDDHARTHA PAUL TIWARI  , S P TIWARI
Published: May 2024

The landmark Indian soy-revolution was re-visited and an analytical review undertaken for ascertaining its tipping point and the factors responsible for its occurrence and early continuation. A score of enabling determinants of this watershed occurrence was elucidated, assessed and aggregated. Several specific notes on current situation, wherever required, were provided. Soybean revolution was observed to have reached its tipping point in the later part of the year 1972. Export-orientation of soy-derivatives and earning huge profit therefrom appeared as a crucial prospective recourse that, in due course, could change the traditional Indian soybean into a commercial crop and a highly processed commodity. Consequently, Indian soymeal emerged as the characteristic hallmark of country's soy-based export. Later, a high rise in domestic use of soymeal was also experienced. Availability of rainy-season fallow-land was another vital contextual factor, with zero opportunity cost, that enabled the soybean spread in its initial and early period. The fallow land happened to be in a suitable niche with appropriate latitudinal bearings that imparted a short duration to the soybean crop, making it to feasibly fit in the available cropping system. Soybean occupied the fallow-land and it right away enhanced the cropping intensity and the unit area profitability from the land use. There was an overwhelming enthusiasm of farmers to adopt this innovation despite it being risky due to low soybean yields but profitable due to low input-cost and high procurement cost. R&D organisations providing strong and specific technical backstopping existed when soybean had a little crop-area. These contextual pre-requisites got favourably aligned with eventual market intervention by the government and parastatal agencies, and several farmer-friendly initiatives of the cooperative organisations and the industry. Soybean crop expansion, unlike that in South America, happened in a relatively environment-friendly manner. Most of the essential ingredients were indigenous. Committed industrialists, scientists and farmers with changed mind-set led to the establishment of a new global chain of business. Soybean earned substantial foreign exchange and its trickle down brought about inclusive socio-economic upliftment. A high moral support abated the efforts of calling soybean an unacceptable foreign crop. These determinants and resultant benefits helped usher in the Indian soybean revolution that continues to contribute significantly towards agricultural economy and well-being of the country.
Unleashing insights from Toronto Humane Society’s urgent care fostering program: a community case report
Authors: Ellis Jacklyn J. , Dodson Dillon , Nagelberg Larisa , Bedder Rachel H.
Published: May 2024

The Urgent Care (UC) fostering program at the Toronto Humane Society (THS) supports individuals experiencing crisis situations (housing instability, fleeing interpersonal violence, or undergoing healthcare treatments), by providing a no-cost fostering service for their animal(s). All applications to THS’s UC program between January 1, 2020 and October 1, 2022 and all successful admissions to the program during this period were included in this study. There were 358 admissions of 328 unique animals, from 244 families. Seventy-four percent (n = 265) of admitted animals were reunited with their owner. The highest rates of reunion at the end of the program were linked to dogs, requests in support of people fleeing interpersonal violence, consistent or frequent communication with the client, and not requiring veterinary or behavioral care/training beyond standard levels. THS’s UC program presents an inexpensive and effective way to help support people undergoing temporary crises, preserving the human–animal bond, which may help them heal in the aftermath of these crises, and prevent the needless relinquishment of animals to shelters. Through writing this report, opportunities have been identified for improving the program to better serve our community, and details have been provided that might help other organizations operating or planning to launch a similar program.
Application of the Helping Model on music therapy practice for individuals with alcoholic use disorder: Theoretical orientation and empirical implication
Authors: Lim Hayoung A.
Published: May 2024

Research in the field of music therapy and substance-related disorders is growing and diverse within the intended treatment areas and interventions. Evidences of music therapy on this population have been focused on the effects of particular music therapy technique(s) or generalised responses from participants without establishing any theoretical treatment model. The application of music therapy within a solid treatment model based on thorough theoretical orientation is essential to any recovery or rehabilitation programme. This paper establishes the theoretical and empirical implications of music therapy based on Gerard Egan’s Helping Model (2013) in treating patients with substance-related disorders, in particular alcohol use disorder (AUD). Egan suggested three principle goals of helping: (1) life-enhancing outcomes; (2) learning self-help; and (3) prevention mentality. This paper will explore whether the therapeutic goals in Egan’s Helping Model can be addressed and established at the forefront of a music therapy treatment model for individuals with AUD and introduces empirical music therapy interventions with a case study based on the Helping Model.
Arts Therapists in Multidisciplinary Settings: Working Together for Better Outcomes (Caroline Miller, Ed.)
Authors: Burns Jane
Published: May 2024

This is a review of the book "Arts Therapists in Multidisciplinary Settings: Working Together for Better Outcomes" edited by Caroline Miller.
Title: Arts Therapists in Multidisciplinary Settings: Working Together for Better Outcomes | Editor: Caroline Miller | Publication year: 2016 | Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers | Pages: 260 | ISBN: 978-1-84905-611-3
The 1982 Symposium on ‘Music in the Life of Man’: The Beginnings of Music Therapy Theory (Michelle Forinash & Carolyn Kenny, Eds.)
Authors: Grocke Denise
Published: May 2024

This is a review of the book "The 1982 Symposium on ‘Music in the Life of Man’ The Beginnings of Music Therapy Theory" edited by Michelle Forinash and Carolyn Kenny.
Title: The 1982 Symposium on ‘Music in the Life of Man’ The Beginnings of Music Therapy Theory | Editors: Michelle Forinash and Carolyn Kenny | Publication year: 2015 | Publisher: Barcelona Publishers | Pages: 96 | ISBN: 9781937440794
The Music of Being: Music Therapy, Winnicott and the School of Object Relations (Alison Levinge)
Authors: Fedrigo Giulia
Published: May 2024

This is a review of the book "The Music of Being: Music Therapy, Winnicott and the School of Object Relations" authored by Alison Levinge.
Title: The Music of Being: Music Therapy, Winnicott and the School of Object Relations | Author: Alison Levinge | Publication year: 2015 | Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers | Pages: 176 | ISBN: 978-1-84905-576-5
Music in the psychoanalytic ear: Thinking, listening and playing
Authors: Dunbar Nicola
Published: May 2024

CONFERENCE DETAILSMusic in the psychoanalytic ear: Thinking, listening and playingInstitute of Musical Research, University of London19 May 2018, London, UK
Gerbils in preclinical research
Authors:   Research and manufacturing company “Home оf Pharmacy”, Makarova M.N. , Makarov V.G.
Published: May 2024

The Mongolian gerbil — Meriones unguiculatus — has been used in biomedical research recently compared to other rodents (mice, rats, guinea pigs). The gerbil is generally non-aggressive and is one of the easiest rodents to keep and handle. Relative resistance to natural infectious and adaptability to the environment have contributed to the expansion of the use of this species in experimental studies. Due to the fact that gerbils have a number of unique anatomical and physiological characteristics, it is possible to model pathophysiological conditions on them that are difficult or impossible to reproduce in rats and mice.
National Education Policy (2020) and Music
Authors: Dr Priyanka Sharma
Published: May 2024

The National Education Policy 2020 is an attempt to give a national direction to Indian education and adapt it to modern technological, social, and economic changes. Music has been given an important role in this policy, which is extremely important to enrich the level of education and help in the development of students. Music has been considered an important source of psychological and educational benefits. The presence of music in education boosts the morale of students, improves their physical and mental health, and develops their thinking abilities. Through music, students develop sensitivity, dedication, and tolerance, which prepares them to succeed in every walk of life. Music is a skill that provides students with national thinking, new skills, and the ability to face unique problems. Music education develops various skills, such as collaboration, teamwork, problem solving, and innovation. This teaches students the importance of self-reference and self-study, which enhances their independence and sensitivity. Music education enhances social and cultural support. Through music, students get a chance to study and understand various cultural streams such as Indian music, classical music, folk music, singing, playing, raga, taal, and history of music etc. Furthermore, through music, students receive messages of various social and moral values, such as cooperation, equality, harmony, and collectivism. Thus, the National Education Policy has seen music as an important tool, which helps students in the overall development of their personality. Furthermore, through music, rich and unique experiences are provided to the students, which takes them into a deeper dialogue with music and sets them on the path to success in every walk of life. The National Education Policy 2020 has also included music in higher education at a support level. This has promoted music education not only at the primary and secondary levels, but music studies have also been considered important within higher education. This will give students an opportunity to study and gain more expertise in the subject of music. By including music as this important aspect of education, the National Education Policy 2020 has re-established the importance of music in the Indian society. This will allow students to have more exposure to and interest in music, thereby enabling them to reap the benefits of music through their personal and social development. By enhancing the role of music, the National Education Policy 2020 has provided students with a We have endeavored to provide excellent and enriching education, which will lead them towards meaning and prosperity in their lives. With this, an important step has been taken to understand and encourage the important role of music in the society.
Mechanical Behavior and Durability of Perlite Based Mortar Exposed to Sodium Sulfate Attack
Authors: OUADDAH Chaib , SAFER Omar , DIF Fodil
Published: May 2024

The objective of this study is to gather additional  on the impact of perlite on both the mechanical properties and resistance to chemical attacks of materials. Various combinations ,incorporating perlite in the form of cement additions, were examined. Five different substitution rates of 10 %, 15 %, 20 %, 25 %,and 30 % of cement with powder perlite were utilized for comparison with plain cement. The findings indicate that the interaction between lime,silica,and alumina in powder perlite results in the formation of several hydrates, such as calcium silicate hydrate, hydrated calcium aluminates,and hydrated gelhenite.Our research focuses on the development of natural perlite from maghnia as a potentially pozzolanic supplementary cementing material. In evaluating the pozzolanicity of this material, it was observed that external aggressions, such as chlorides, CO2, and chemical attacks, can compromise the physical and mechanical properties of concrete,affecting its long-term durability. However,natural pozzolans like pelite exhibit a positive influence on the durability of mortars against sulphate attacks. Test results revealed specimens with no apparent degradation, indicating that sulphate ions in the solution did not adversely affect perlite-based mortars. There is a growing preference for mineral additives with lower production costs than cement. Consequently, the optimal mixture was determined to be one containing 25 % perlite. However, cement pastes and mortars incorporating up to 20 % perlite demonstrated satisfactory physical and mechanical properties, comparable to materials without perlite. The investigation into the perlite materials used in conjunction with cement suggests the potential for sustainable concrete. Experimental results indicate that natural perlite powder from Maghnia can be considered a good pozzolanic material, suitable as a mineral admixture in cement production.