bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Half a century of ECT use in young people: A commentary on Rey and Walter
Authors: Coelho Dawn , Baldwin Steve
Published: December 2024

Objective: Rey and Walter (1997) published a notable review on 396 children and teenagers given electroshock therapy (ECT) between 1942 and 1996. In a contemporary climate of evidence‐based medicine and data‐driven clinical practice, reappraisal of their observations is defensible. Method: The systematic data collated by Rey and Walter (1997) is examined. Results: Comparisons between a meta‐analysis and a review of published ECT literature are discussed.
Failure mode & effect analysis and fault tree analysis in the use of the CoaguChek® prothrombin time system
Authors: Cromheecke Manon E. , Mak Rachel , de Mol Bas A.J.M.
Published: December 2024

Oral anticoagulation requires INR and dosage control. The availability of a portable device, called the CoaguChek® system, allows patient self‐monitoring. In this study, this self‐monitoring system is described. Then a risk analysis by means of Failure Mode & Effect Analysis and Fault Tree Analysis was applied. This systemic risk analysis revealed system weaknesses with respect to education, compliance, and technical reliability. This type of risk analysis used by the prescribing physicians can assist in recognizing increased risks of failure in the individual case as well as in analysing adverse events.
Early failure and mortality following intramedullary fixation of peritrochanteric fractures
Authors: Levi N. , Gebuhr P.
Published: December 2024

Background: The treatment of subtrochanteric and unstable pertrochanteric fractures by operative methods is technically demanding and presents a surgical challenge to the orthopedic surgeon. Fixation failure rates of 5–33% have been reported. However, outstanding results (98% healing) have recently been reported in a large series of 90 fractures treated by one surgeon using an intramedullary Gamma nail. In our department, these fractures are treated by many different surgeons with different levels of surgical training. The aim of this study was therefore to assess our experience with intramedullary fixation of peritrochanteric fractures.

Methods: Between January 1998 and December 1999, a total of 37 peritrochanteric fractures were treated with intramedullary fixations. There were 25 women and 12 men. The average age of the patients was 79 years. The 37 operations were performed by 18 different surgeons! (9 registrars and 9 senior registrars or consultants).

Results: Two patients were lost to follow‐up. The overall 6 months fixation failure rate was 8/37=22%. The fixation failure rate among survivors at 6 months was 8/20=40%. The 6 months mortality rate was 17/37=46%.

Conclusions: It may be wise to refer patients requiring intramedullary peritrochanteric surgery to a specialist.
Failure Mode, Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) as a means of improving the hospital drug prescribing process
Authors: Saizy‐Callaert S. , Causse R. , Thébault A. , Chouaïd C.
Published: December 2024

Failure Mode, Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) is used in industry to prevent process or product failures. We studied the feasibility of this method in the hospital environment. FMECA was used to improve drug prescription in two medical wards. Failure modes were identified and classified hierarchically. Corrective actions were taken. Involvement of all the professionals concerned in this process was secured, and has resulted in real acceptance of the proposed changes and in their effective realization.
Fatal road accidents in Brescia: Comparison between three different periods
Authors: Conti A. , Torino R.
Published: December 2024

The authors examine cases of mortality resulting from road accidents in the Brescia area as documented in the postmortem examination reports held at the Forensic Science Institute of the University of Brescia relative to the period 1997–2002. The study was subdivided according to the categories of persons involved: for each category, the epidemiological data are analyzed with respect to age (subdivided into ten year bands), the type of accident, sex, the other party involved (if any), the categories of the persons involved and the location of the fatal injury (according to the medical examiner of the cause of death as entered on the autopsy report). The results are then compared with similar studies undertaken by the Forensic Science Institute in Brescia for the periods 1985–1990 and 1991–1996.

In the period 1985–1990 there were 761 deaths and in the period 1991–1996 820, while in the period 1997–2002 there were 641: a slight reduction can therefore be observed in the total number of fatal road accidents in the more recent period.

In the light of the data, one can ascertain a decrease in the overall number of fatal road accidents is observed, while on the other hand, there is a slight increase in the number of head injuries and a greater involvement in the most recent period of persons between the ages of 21 and 30 years old. This finding is probably due either to a scant regard on the part of younger people for the safety measures imposed by law (speed limits, safety distances, use of safety belts and crash helmets) or to the often excessive speed of those involved in accidents, aggravated by unfavorable weather conditions and involving the higher socio‐economic classes.
Amodiaquine-induced dystonic reactions: Case reports and implications for policy change in Ghana
Authors: Akpalu, Jr. A.K. , Nyame P.K. , Dodoo A.N.O.
Published: December 2024

Ten cases of amodiaquine-induced dystonic reactions observed in a single ward in Ghana's Premier Teaching Hospital, over a period of 4 years are presented. All the reactions resolved without sequalae on treatment with diazepam and benztropine. The importance of increased safety monitoring of amodiaquine as it is (in combination with artesunate) introduced as first line treatment for uncomplicated malaria in Ghana is highlighted.
Concerns about Prozac and direct-to-consumer advertising of prescription drugs
Authors: Fenter Virginia L.
Published: December 2024

This literature review outlines a brief history of Direct-to-Consumer Advertising (DTCA) of prescription drugs. Concerns about the safety and effectiveness of DTCA, particularly as it relates to the marketing of Eli Lilly's widely-used anti-depressant drug Fluoxetine (Prozac), are also discussed. Additionally, this paper raises questions about Fluoxetine's stimulant-like properties, and highlights various concerns about the way in which the Food and Drug Administration's product safety trials were conducted during Fluoxetine's approval process.
Sociodemographic, Clinical, and Psychological Barriers to Medication Compliance: The Case of Patients with Musculoskeletal Disorders in Greece
Authors: Theofilou Paraskevi , Anyfantopoulou Eleni
Published: December 2024

BACKGROUND: Several studies indicate that a large percentage of patients do not show compliance with medication.

AIM: To investigate, in the context of a cross-sectional design, the sociodemographic (gender, education, marital status, having an unpaid/paid assistant, financial status, place of residence, insurance, work status, type of work), clinical (state of musculoskeletal disorder, comorbidity), as well as psychological (physical and mental fatigue) barriers to medication compliance among Greek patients with musculoskeletal disorders.

METHOD: In this study, 145 elderly patients (51 males and 94 females) with musculoskeletal disorders participated. The mean age was 74.8±9.12. FAS and SEAMS were used to collect research data.

RESULTS: Results demonstrated that there was a statistically significant difference between patients with different educational levels. Specifically, those with after-lyceum education (post-secondary education) presented higher medication compliance compared to those who were gymnasium graduates (W=4.060, p=0.033<0.05). There were statistically significant differences between patients with different levels of severity regarding their musculoskeletal disorder. Specifically, those patients presenting pretty or very serious problems noted lower compliance in comparison to those with a bit serious problem (W=-4.47, p=0.009<0.05, W=-5.05, p=0.002<0.05). Results also indicated that there was a statistically significant effect of physical and mental fatigue on the level of medication compliance. Specifically, the results showed that those patients who were extremely fatigued expressed a lower level of compliance compared to those who were non-fatigued or fatigued.

DISCUSSION: Sociodemographic, clinical, and psychological factors seem to play a crucial role in these patients’ compliance.
Ecatepec y sus cuerpos (de agua) desaparecidos: territorio de esperanza y sacrificio
Authors: Mendoza Fragoso Ariana
Published: December 2024

En este artículo muestro cómo el municipio de Ecatepec de Morelos, al nororiente del Valle de México, ha sido producido históricamente como un territorio en sacrificio; esto a partir de una revisión documental sobre sus reconfiguraciones territoriales, así como de recorridos etnográficos realizados entre los años 2018 y 2024 en las inmediaciones de su infraestructura de drenaje a cielo abierto y colonias vecinas a éstas. Muestro cómo, a diferencia de otros territorios de América Latina que han sido estudiados, no estamos ante la producción de un territorio en sacrificio a partir de un proyecto extractivo, sino por un proyecto de desechabilidad iniciado en la Colonia y que, sin embargo, es funcional a la acumulación de capital contemporánea. Este proyecto puede entenderse también como un proyecto de desaparición, que implica desde los cuerpos de agua que habitaron la cuenca todavía hace algunas décadas y que fueron drenados gracias a la infraestructura de drenaje, hasta los cuerpos de mujeres jó- venes y niñas que habitan esta periferia en la actualidad. Argumento que en los cuerpos de estas personas que buscan, son buscadas y aquellas que son encontradas sin vida en los canales, se inscribe y sedimenta la historia de despojos y violencias múltiples, por medio de las cuales ha sido construida esta periferia de la ciudad. Por último, planteo que, desde la experiencia de los sectores populares que habitan este territorio de sacrifico, paradójicamente, éste también ha sido y/o puede entenderse como un territorio de esperanza.
Revolución y liquidación de la transferencia. La destitución subjetiva como procedimiento de emancipación social
Authors: Safatle Vladimir , Jiménez Cea Pablo Ignacio
Published: December 2024

El siguiente artículo trata sobre la destitución subjetiva como procedimiento necesario para un proceso histórico de emancipación social. Dado que, desde el psicoanálisis, no puede existir la constitución de un entramado social sin alguna forma de identificación, su autor señala la importancia de la comprensión de la dinámica de la transferencia en la clínica para abordar los procesos de destitución subjetiva que se operan en el curso de una transformación histórica de carácter radical. Siempre hay una relación entre el acto y el intento de transformar lo imposible del goce en la figura de una forma de relación futura, dando cuerpo a lo imposible. De esta manera, en la transferencia, no sería posible que el sujeto no sea impulsado por la emergencia del goce más allá de las formas de la inscripción simbólica del deseo. Esto es exactamente lo que permite la liquidación de la transferencia, su no consolidación en una simple relación de sugestión y dependencia. Es ahí donde reside, en la propia constitución del vínculo social, la posibilidad de la no-adecuación con la totalidad y, por tanto, de su transformación revolucionaria.
Nota crítica del traductor
Authors: Hernández Porras Guillermo
Published: December 2024

Debido a que el texto que aquí traduzco es la introducción a un libro, la introducción a Geld ohne Wert (Dinero sin valor) de Robert Kurz, publicado en Berlín por la editorial Horlemann Verlag en 2012, considero que es realmente importante hacer algunas apreciaciones que permitan comprender la intención con la que se lleva a cabo esta traducción. Si en un momento dado decidí traducir La sustancia del capital1 (Kurz, 2021: 3) para intentar contribuir a romper esa “conspiración del silencio”2 (Jappe, 2014:406) existente en torno a la obra de Robert Kurz, especialmente en el ambiente hispanohablante, lo que me impulsa a traducir este texto es el subtítulo del libro del que aquí aparece traducida su introducción: Elementos fundamentales para una transformación de la crítica de la economía política (Grundrisse zu einer Transformation der Kritik der politischen Ökonomie).
Accounting Information Systems’ Effectiveness at Village Credit Institutions (LPDs) in Denpasar City and the Influencing Factors
Authors:   University of Mahasaraswati Denpasar, Ayu Ratih Manuari Ida , Silvester Laoh Andre ,   University of Mahasaraswati Denpasar, Made Karisma Indiani Ni ,   University of Mahasaraswati Denpasar, Putu Tiara Maharani Krisna Putri Ni ,   University of Mahasaraswati Denpasar
Published: December 2024

Companies have been forced to adopt
computer-based information systems due
to the quick development of information
technology. These systems expedite and
simplify the management's access to data.
The purpose of this study is to investigate
how the efficiency of Accounting
Information Systems (AIS) at Village Credit
Institutions (LPDs) in Denpasar City is
impacted by factors such as job
experience, educational attainment,
training, incentives, and task complexity.
The population of the study includes 34
LPDs, with a sample of 136 respondents
selected through purposive sampling.
Multiple linear regression analysis was
involved in the data analysis. The findings
indicate that while task complexity has a
negative influence on AIS' efficacy, job
experience and training have a beneficial
impact. However, education level and
incentives do not significantly influence the
system's effectiveness. These findings
suggest that LPD managers should
prioritize enhancing work experience and
training to improve the effectiveness of their
AIS
Looking at Happiness in Terms of Gender and Culture
Authors:   University of Mahasaraswati Denpasar, Maharani Ni Komang Jessica , Prastyadewi Made Ika ,   University of Mahasaraswati Denpasar, Aelia Cresia Karenhapukh Putri ,   University of Mahasaraswati Denpasar, Pratiwi I Gusti Ayu Devi Indah ,   University of Mahasaraswati Denpasar, Ari Ni Luh Sudarniti ,   University of Mahasaraswati Denpasar, Asih Ni Made Widya Artari ,   University of Mahasaraswati Denpasar
Published: December 2024

Happiness is now one of the indicators of successful development. Every country measures the happiness index of its people and competes to be the country with the happiest population. This research tries to map out happiness-related research trends in countries around the world, seeing how the results of these studies are published and making them the basis for the preparation of research related to happiness in Indonesian society. This research is a literature study with a bibliometric approach. The analysis was guided by 203 Scopus publications with the keywords “happiness,” “gender,” and “culture,” which were then narrowed down with the provisions of articles on economic subjects published between 2014-2024 and open access so that 75 articles were obtained which were then selected 5 (five) articles with the most citations. The results show that the increase in publications for the keywords “happiness,” “gender,” and “culture” continues to increase, and most publications come from the US and UK. On average, research related to happiness is more often published in psychology journals, although the content of the articles relates happiness to economic, demographic, and cultural variables
The Development of Mexican historical science and social thought in the works of Francisco Bulnes and Carlos Pereira
Authors:   Institute of the World History of the Russian Academy of Science., Selivanova Irina
Published: December 2024

The author focuses on the key works of two famous researchers of Mex-ican history, Francisco Bulnes and Carlos Pereira, who had a major in-fluence on the development of Mexican historiography. Their historical works illustrate the process of formation of historical science and social thought in Mexico in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The author shows the close connection between the emerging Mexican national his-toriography and key events in the country's history. The turbulent polit-ical events of the Mexican history of the 19th century: the bourgeois revolution and the subsequent civil war of 1854-1860; foreign interven-tion, which threatened to the sovereignty of the Mexican people; the long regime of General Porfirio Diaz, which predetermined the revolu-tion of 1910-1917, were the center of attention and were assessed in the works of Mexican historians of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The historical works of Francisco Bulnes and Carlos Pereira, continued the traditions of the formation of Mexican historical thought, became important milestones in the development of national historiography and have retained their importance and relevance for researchers to our days.
A Review of AI and Multi-Agent Systems for Cloud Performance and Security
Authors: Vijay Ramamoorthi
Published: December 2024

Cloud computing has become a critical backbone for distributed systems, offering scalability and flexibility across diverse industries. However, ensuring optimal performance and robust security in such dynamic environments presents significant challenges, including inefficient task scheduling, suboptimal resource utilization, and persistent security threats such as data breaches and Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks. This paper examines the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Multi-Agent Systems (MAS) in addressing these complexities. AI-driven solutions, including real-time anomaly detection, predictive analytics, and resource optimization, are combined with MAS frameworks that leverage decentralized, autonomous agents for distributed decision-making and proactive threat mitigation. The integration of AI and MAS enables dynamic adaptation to workload fluctuations, enhances resource efficiency, and provides robust security measures in multi-cloud and large-scale systems. The paper further explores key challenges in implementing these technologies, such as scalability and integration across heterogeneous environments, and identifies promising research directions to advance their adoption. By synthesizing empirical evidence and recent advancements, this study highlights the critical role of AI and MAS in shaping the future of cloud performance and security.
Implicit Narrative in Sound and the Role of Music in the Emotional Flow of Film
Authors: Hsu Tzu-Sheng
Published: December 2024

This paper explores the multifaceted role of music in film, positioning it as an essential narrative device that extends beyond its traditional function as background accompaniment. By examining the intersection of narratology and the psychology of music, the study reveals how music acts as an implicit narrator, shaping the emotional and cognitive engagement of the audience. The analysis delves into the ways in which music modulates the emotional flow of a film, reinforces or subverts narrative elements, and contributes to the overall storytelling architecture. Through an exploration of implicit narrative techniques, including the use of leitmotifs and sound design, the paper argues that music is integral to the construction of cinematic meaning, providing additional layers of interpretation and emotional depth. The study concludes that music's narrative power is fundamental to creating a cohesive and immersive cinematic experience, warranting further research into its complex interactions with film narrative.
Exploring a New Realm of Choreography: a Journey of Action Creativity Driven by Emotions
Authors: Long Tao
Published: December 2024

This paper delves into the realm of choreography, focusing on the pivotal role that emotions play in the creative process of dance. It posits that emotions are not merely a component of choreography but are the driving force behind the inspiration, creation, and performance of dance. The abstract begins by outlining the theoretical framework that underpins the study of choreography, emphasizing the definitions and concepts that form the basis of this art form. It then explores the intrinsic link between emotions and creativity, highlighting how emotional experiences can catalyze the choreographic process and influence the choices made by choreographers.In conclusion, the paper underscores the importance of emotional drive in choreography, arguing that it is central to the creation of meaningful and engaging dance performances. It suggests that by understanding and harnessing the power of emotions, choreographers can craft works that not only showcase technical skill but also evoke a profound emotional response from viewers. The paper calls for a deeper appreciation of the emotional dimensions of choreography, advocating for a more nuanced approach to the study and practice of dance.
The Dissemination Path of News Short Videos in Mainstream Media from the Perspective of Media Convergence
Authors: Zhang Lu
Published: December 2024

With the deepening of media convergence, the role of mainstream media news short videos in information dissemination is becoming increasingly significant. In order to explore the dissemination path of news short videos from the perspective of media convergence, a literature analysis method was adopted to analyze the current development status and dissemination characteristics of short videos in mainstream media. Research has shown that news short videos, with their unique form and immediacy, are disseminated through multiple channels such as social media, greatly enhancing the efficiency of information dissemination and audience engagement. The article also reveals how mainstream media can adjust their dissemination strategies to adapt to this emerging form and optimize dissemination effectiveness in the new media environment.
A Study on the Application of Oriental Aesthetics in Brand Design
Authors: Liu Xiaowei , Jung Euitay
Published: December 2024

This study discusses the application of oriental aesthetics in brand design and its impact on consumer perception, using the 'To Summer' brand as a case study. Although many brands have explored traditional culture and emphasised oriental connotations, they often tend to become similar in identity. 'To Summer', on the other hand, stands out with its unique oriental aesthetic, making it a model worthy of study. This study aims to analyse how the brand embodies oriental aesthetics through its design and investigate its impact on brand image and consumer perception. The research methodology is to analyse the brand visual design practices of the the brand, including the brand logo, visual system and package design, and to systematically study the brand strategy of 'To Summer' through the comprehensive use of design theory and aesthetic principles. The results show that 'To Summer' incorporates oriental aesthetic elements into its brand design through the combination of the Song style font and the octagonal logo, which strongly conveys the oriental culture. In the packaging, 'To Summer' uses simple and luxurious textures, classical and modern layouts, black and white colour schemes, and large amounts of white space to build a unique oriental aesthetic. By designing a visual language, 'To Summer' not only reduces communication costs, but also realises efficient brand communication through a strongly consistent visual system. This study provides a reference for other brands to show how to effectively incorporate elements of Eastern aesthetics in contemporary design to enhance brand competitiveness.
Exploration into the Evolution of Arthur Danto's Style Matrix
Authors: Tang Bohui
Published: December 2024

This paper discusses in depth the "style matrix" theory proposed by Arthur Danto, which analyzes the composition and evolution of artistic style in the framework of logical  matrix,  and  challenges  the  single  definition  of  the  essence  of  art  in  the traditional imitation theory. Danto emphasizes that the legitimacy and value of works of art not only depend on their physical properties and visual expression, but also are influenced by the theoretical  atmosphere  of art  and  the knowledge  of art history, revealing the complex positioning of works of art in a specific  social system and cultural context. The style matrix model has been improved, enhanced the historicity and inclusiveness, and provided a powerful tool for the fine classification of art styles and the narrative innovation of art history. Although faced with such controversies as the complexity of predicate logic relations, theoretical arbitrariness and the obscure of artists' intentions, this theory has opened up a new perspective for art history and art research, stimulated in-depth exploration of the relationship between art nature and social culture, and has an important influence on the development of contemporary art theories.
The Beacon of New Music Monthly: Li Ling and Zhao Feng
Authors: Zhang Ke
Published: December 2024

Launched in January 1940 in Chongqing, New Music Monthly stands as one of the most enduring and influential music periodicals of the first half of the 20th century in China. Under the stewardship of Li Ling and Zhao Feng, it gradually became a powerful tool for promoting the war of resistance and developing new national music. Overall, Li Ling and Zhao Feng exhibited a clear and consistent editorial approach for more than a decade. They emphasized the scholarly and ideological nature of the journal, focused on the war of resistance and the advancement of Chinese national music. This endowed New Music Monthly with a vibrant life force, and its unique style of passion, unity, innovation, and combativeness made significant contributions to modern Chinese music and the revolutionary struggle of the war of resistance.
Explore the Relationship Between the Stereotype of Self-orientalism and Actual Cultural Symbols in Films and Television Series
Authors: He Yirong
Published: December 2024

Self-orientalism is the embodiment of Occidentalism’s appropriation; in fact, it is submission and obedience to the colonisation of the occidental spirit. The characteristics of modernity opposed by other ethnic groups and indigenous groups are opposed by Occidentalism. And is Orientalism considered the antithesis of civilization? Non-European civilization is regarded as the eternal "other" so long as the West has maintained a one-way gaze on the East. When social problems spark discussion, the West is frequently used as a positive example, while China is the target of attacks and criticism. It appears that if we do not become "Western", we will continue to be ignorant and barbaric. When western cultural symbols become mainstream standards and have great discourse power, they will exert a subtle influence on the personality of Chinese culture, and the loss of a nation's cultural identity will be detrimental to its vitality and creativity.
Constructing Microcelebrity Identity Narratives in Celebrity News
Authors: Zeng Zhen
Published: December 2024

The article delves into the transformation of celebrity culture, marked by the ascendancy of microcelebrities, with Lydia Millen, who boasts 1.2 million Instagram followers, serving as a case study. It explores the mechanisms through which digital personalities foster relatable identities and assesses the impact of journalism on the identity construction of microcelebrities, drawing on news coverage of Millen. By analyzing the interaction between Millen's self-representation and journalistic portrayal, the study seeks to uncover the power dynamics at play. Ultimately, the aim is to deepen our comprehension of modern celebrity culture and the consequences of media attention on microcelebrities.
Reflection and Exploration on the Application of Modern Network Technology in Teaching
Authors: He Jun
Published: December 2024

The development of modern network information technology and computer science has ushered humanity into the information age, making educational digitization a vital goal across various sectors globally. Higher education institutions nationwide have adapted to this trend, actively promoting the digitization of education. Online courses have emerged as a distinctive, open form of network-based teaching that differs from traditional methods, exerting an undeniable influence on the conventional approaches in universities and colleges. Online courses represent a new mode of integrating China's public education resources with the school education system, blending traditional classroom instruction with network technology. This new course model presents both significant opportunities and challenges for the development of China's educational system.
The Integration Path of Collaborative Education and Reform of University Education Management
Authors: Chen Yunbiao
Published: December 2024

This paper discusses the deep integration path between collaborative education and university education management reform, aiming to build an education management model that ADAPTS to the needs of the new era by strengthening school-enterprise cooperation, promoting interdisciplinary integration, optimizing resource allocation, improving evaluation system and other strategies. This paper analyzes the connotation and importance of collaborative education, expounds the challenges faced by current university education management, and puts forward specific integration strategies and practical paths in order to promote the overall improvement of higher education quality.
Mechanisms of the Impact of Perceived Social Support on Life Satisfaction among Hearing Impaired College Students — the Mediating Role of Self-esteem
Authors: Liu Wenlu , Bai Junyu , Li Fan
Published: December 2024

This study focuses on the effects of perceived social support on life satisfaction of hearing impaired college students and examines the mediating role of self-esteem in the relationship. The study was conducted with 278 hearing impaired college students as subjects, and their levels of perceived social support, life satisfaction, and self-esteem were investigated using a questionnaire. The results showed that (1) perceived social support, self-esteem and life satisfaction were positively correlated; (2) perceived social support could affect life satisfaction by influencing self-esteem. The results of this study not only expand the theoretical research on the influencing factors of life satisfaction among hearing impaired college students, but also provide a practical basis for enhancing the life satisfaction of this group.
The Exploration of the Teaching Mode of "Foundation of Management" Based on MOOCS
Authors: Xu Yiling
Published: December 2024

In today's network era, the teaching methods of colleges and universities are constantly emerging and improving continuously. MOOCs play a leading role in promoting the teaching reform of higher vocational colleges. However, MOOCs have not been widely adopted to integrate the research and teaching of the subject "Fundamentals of Management". This paper expounds the significance of MOOCs in the teaching of basic courses of management, analyzes the problems existing in the traditional teaching of Basic courses of Management, and puts forward the reform strategy of course teaching based on MOOCs platform, aiming to provide some reference for promoting the development of MOOCs professional courses.
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OF THE EARLY MEDIEVAL COMPLEX OF ENGINEERING STRUCTURES ON THE RUBAS RIVER (EASTERN CAUCASUS): A FORTIFICATION OR HYDRAULIC STRUCTURE?
Authors: Gmyrya Ludmila B.
Published: December 2024

The article presents new data on the functional purpose of a complex of engineering structures from the Early Middle Ages discovered in the valley of the river Rubas, located 20 km south of the city of Derbent. Excavations revealed six separate architectural objects interconnected by structural links. These objects were erected using large, finely crafted stone blocks and featured unique designs employing various construction techniques. Our initial interpretation of these engineering structures identified them as a military-technical facility with a defensive orientation. Chronologically, it was dated to the mid-6th century, considering the resemblance in construction technology to the Sasanian defensive complex in Derbent. However, additional data were uncovered, suggesting an alternative functional purpose – specifically, a hydraulic structure. Based on written sources, the construction date has been established (790-797), and the object’s purpose has been determined. The purpose of this article is to substantiate the new chronology of the discovered object and its functional orientation based on the materials from excavations of this site, incorporating information from written sources. The methodology for establishing a new chronology and functional orientation of the complex of architectural structures situated in the lower reaches of the river Rubas comprises 10 positions. These include an analysis of the design features of several structures, the presence of natural indicators, dating of the object according to written sources, and the identification of remains of structures in the riverbed of Rubas. The distinctive nature of Structure No. 5, in the form of a platform, is also highlighted. Special emphasis is placed on the historical chronicle “Derbent-name,” drawing from the writings of Arab authors from the Early Middle Ages.
Factors Driving Virtual Running Event Participation: A CHAID Segmentation Approach
Authors: Frost Bianca , du Preez Elizabeth , Jordaan Yolanda
Published: December 2024

Virtual running events (VREs) have emerged as participatory events and are projected to be a legitimate future segment in the sport event industry. This paper considers the most suitable market segment(s) with future intentions to partake in VREs. A Chi-Squared Automatic Interaction Detector (CHAID) algorithm, scarcely used to segment sport consumer markets, was applied based on various motivational factors that may drive VRE participation. Data were collected from 1,017 individuals who had participated in a VRE. Ten distinct market segments with varying intentions to partake in VREs were identified, uncovering at least six viable future VRE segments. Hedonia, perceived psycho-social risk, perceived price and VRE benefits were the strongest predictors of VRE participation intentions. The CHAID analysis allowed a detailed description of the relative importance of the characteristics within each segment, confirming the benefit of using this sophisticated technique to develop targeted marketing strategies.
ОСОБЛИВОСТІ АВТОМАТИЗОВАНОГО ТЕСТУВАННЯ З ВИКОРИСТАННЯМ ФРЕЙМВОРКІВ
Authors: Антоненко А. В. , Востріков С. О. , Бурачинський А. Ю. , Твердохліб А. О. , Балвак А. А. , Слободян О. А.
Published: December 2024

У статті розглянуто три найбільш поширені проблеми, з якими стикаються автоматизатори, а також шляхи їх вирішення. Для успішного виходу на ринок та стабільної утримання позицій, кожен продукт проходить тестування на різних етапах свого життєвого циклу та в різних аспектах. Це критично важливий етап у процесі розробки та підтримки, оскільки з розвитком ІТ-індустрії зростає вимога до кінцевого продукту, щоб він залишався конкурентоспроможним. Сьогодні такі важливі характеристики, як стабільність, зручність у використанні та продуманий дизайн інтерфейсу користувача стали стандартом. Щоб постійно залучати нових клієнтів, необхідно забезпечити більше, ніж просто базові вимоги; кожна характеристика чи специфікація потребує детального перевіряння. За оцінками, загальні витрати на тестування програмного забезпечення можуть становити від 15 до 25% загальної вартості проекту, тому важливо підходити до цього процесу з чітким планом та підготовкою. Продукти можна умовно класифікувати на дві категорії: ті, які після виходу на ринок не будуть допрацьовуватись, і ті, що зазнаватимуть постійних поліпшень протягом всього свого циклу. У першому випадку досить провести повне мануальне тестування, й у разі успішного результату випустити продукт. У другому – тестування необхідно проводити регулярно, з кожною зміною чи оновленням, що займає значну частину ресурсів і бюджету. Саме тому на таких проектах зазвичай застосовується автоматизація тестування, яка знижує обсяги ручної роботи. Це може бути економічніше, а також дозволяє суттєво зекономити час і ресурси, забезпечуючи при цьому більшу точність та ефективність в порівнянні з повторним ручним тестуванням. Проте створити нову систему для розробки та запуску тест-кейсів для кожного проекту – досить складно та витратно. У зв’язку з цим фахівці розробили універсальні фреймворки для автоматизованого тестування, які гнучко налаштовуються під специфічні потреби. Використання таких фреймворків супроводжується певними викликами, які можуть впливати на ефективність тестування.
ОСОБЛИВОСТІ ВПРОВАДЖЕННЯ СИСТЕМИ ЯКОСТІ HACCP У ДІЯЛЬНІСТЬ ПІДПРИЄМСТВ ХАРЧОВОЇ ПРОМИСЛОВОСТІ
Authors: Валько М. І. , Стоянова О. В. , Зубкова К. В. , Мамай О. І. , Яковенко Т. О.
Published: December 2024

У статті досліджено особливості впровадження інтегрованих систем менеджменту на базі стандартів ISO серії 9000 та системи якості HACCP на підприємствах харчової промисловості. Виявлено відсутність єдиного концептуального підходу та нестачу методичних рекомендацій, які дозволяють ефективно реалізовувати такі інтегровані системи на українських харчових підприємствах. У зв’язку з цим, було сформовано концептуальну модель системи менеджменту, яка інтегрує вимоги системи HACCP та ISO, забезпечуючи високу безпеку та якість харчової продукції. Було оцінено універсальність моделі HACCP, яка передбачає застосування загальних вимог до виробництва будь-яких харчових продуктів, а також специфічних вимог до окремих елементів виробничого процесу кожного виду продукції шляхом аналізу критичних контрольних точок (ККТ). Розроблено покрокову методику впровадження системи HACCP, що базується на семи ключових принципах, таких як аналіз ризиків, визначення ККТ, встановлення критичних меж, моніторинг ККТ, коригувальні дії, верифікація та документування. Оцінено переваги впровадження системи HACCP на підприємствах харчової промисловості, зокрема, її здатність оптимізувати внутрішні процеси виробництва, зменшувати кількість браку продукції, економити ресурси та підвищувати кваліфікацію персоналу. Було розроблено практичні рекомендації по оперативному формуванню робочої групи провадження HACCP та реалізації системи моніторингу харчового виробництва. Здійснено аналіз факторів, що впливають на ефективність системи HACCP, і підкреслено необхідність постійного моніторингу та коригувальних дій для забезпечення безпеки продукції. Отримані результати сприяють формуванню єдиної моделі інтегрованого менеджменту якості, адаптованої до умов української харчової промисловості. Запропоновані рекомендації дозволяють підприємствам зменшити ризики, пов’язані з випуском небезпечної продукції, скоротити виробничі витрати за рахунок зменшення кількості браку та покращити конкурентоспроможність на ринку через системне забезпечення відповідних промислових стандартів якості та безпеки.
АНАЛІЗ СТАНУ ЗАБЕЗПЕЧЕННЯ БЕЗПЕКИ ГІДРОТЕХНІЧНИХ СПОРУД
Authors: Рашкевич Н. В. , Плотников І. В. , Отрош Ю. А. , Чучмай О. М.
Published: December 2024

В роботі проведений аналіз стану забезпечення безпеки гідроакумулювальних електростанцій (ГАЕС) в умовах виникнення надзвичайних ситуацій техногенного або природного характеру. Виділені основні компоненти та системи гідротехнічних споруд, серед яких водосховища, водоводи, гідротурбіни та генератори, трансформатори, насоси, допоміжне обладнання, системи керування та автоматизації, інженерні споруди, що забезпечують стійкість та надійність ГАЕС під час їхньої експлуатації та в умовах надзвичайних ситуацій. Особливу увагу приділено аналізу режимів роботи автоматизованих систем раннього виявлення загрози виникнення надзвичайних ситуацій та оповіщення населення (АСРВО). Визначено, що основною метою АСРВО є своєчасне виявлення ознак потенційної надзвичайної ситуації, таких як пожежі, природні катастрофи, техногенні аварії або військові загрози, з метою мінімізації ризиків для населення та забезпечення ефективного проведення евакуаційних заходів. АСРВО функціонує в двох ключових режимах: передаварійному і аварійному. Передаварійний режим дозволяє готуватися до можливих надзвичайних ситуацій та попереджати їх, тоді як аварійний режим забезпечує швидке та ефективне реагування в разі виникнення аварій. Надано рекомендації щодо вдосконалення заходів безпеки та управління ризиками на ГАЕС, що пов’язані з модернізацією АСРВО, підвищення рівня стійкості споруд, постійним оновленням планів евакуацій, проведенням навчань для персоналу та місцевого населення, посилення профілактичного обслуговування, застосування інноваційних технологій моніторингу, поліпшення систем управління ризиками. Стаття також підкреслює важливість подальших досліджень у напрямку розробки більш інтегрованих і адаптивних підходів до забезпечення стійкості основних конструктивних елементів об’єктів критичної інфраструктури в умовах підвищеного ризику.
ПРОЄКТУВАННЯ ТА РОЗРОБКА ВЕБСИСТЕМИ ДЛЯ ПОБУДОВИ ФРАКТАЛЬНИХ ЗОБРАЖЕНЬ
Authors: Завгородній В. В. , Завгородня Г. А. , Яськов Н. В.
Published: December 2024

У статті детально висвітлено процес розробки вебсистеми для моделювання та візуалізації фрактальних зображень, що базується на сучасних математичних моделях фрактальних множин. Основною метою дослідження є створення інструменту для інтерактивної побудови фракталів, що дозволяє користувачам налаштовувати параметри моделей, досліджувати їх властивості та візуалізувати результати в реальному часі. У рамках роботи було вирішено кілька ключових завдань. Було виконано аналіз теоретичних моделей фрактальних множин, серед яких множина Мандельброта, папороть Барнслі та крива Коха. Вивчено основні властивості цих моделей, такі як самоподібність, нескінченна детальність та фрактальний вимір, що є визначальними для фрактальних об'єктів. Особлива увага приділена дослідженню алгоритмів, які описують процес побудови фракталів. Було розроблено та впроваджено кілька алгоритмів моделювання фрактальних структур. Використано методи ітераційної функції систем (IFS), а також інші підходи до генерації фрактальних зображень. Алгоритми були протестовані з точки зору ефективності та стабільності, а також досліджено їх здатність генерувати фрактали з різним ступенем складності. Оцінено їх обчислювальну ефективність та можливість масштабування для побудови великих структур. Було створено вебсистему, яка інтегрує розроблені алгоритми моделювання та забезпечує користувачам зручний інтерфейс для управління параметрами фракталів. Система дозволяє змінювати типи фракталів, налаштовувати кількість ітерацій, масштаб, кольорові схеми та інші параметри, що впливають на побудову та візуалізацію фрактальних структур. Було проведено тестування вебсистеми на прикладах різних фрактальних структур, таких як множина Мандельброта, папороть Барнслі та крива Коха. Проведено візуальний аналіз отриманих зображень, перевірено точність та стабільність алгоритмів при зміні вхідних даних. У результаті тестування виявлено можливість генерації широкого спектру фрактальних зображень, що підтверджує працездатність і надійність розробленої системи.
DEFINING FOCUS AREAS FOR EXPERT ASSESSMENTS ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES IN THE AGRO-INDUSTRIAL SECTOR
Authors: Loboda О. M.
Published: December 2024

The article addresses the challenge of determining priorities for the implementation of digital technologies in agro-industrial enterprises, particularly in the crop production sector, under conditions of limited resources, finances, and personnel. Modern agricultural businesses face increasing pressure to enhance operational efficiency, making the adoption of digital solutions ever more relevant. However, in light of limited resources and a lack of experience with such technologies, selecting priority areas for their implementation is critical. The authors propose using a fuzzy expert evaluation methodology based on linguistic variables. This approach enables the consideration of uncertainties and ambiguities that are characteristic of the early stages of digitalization in the agro-industrial complex. An expert group, comprising specialists in agriculture and digital technologies, was involved in assessing the most promising areas for implementing digital solutions. Through the use of fuzzy set theory, the expert evaluation results were processed, allowing for an objective determination of digitalization priorities. The study found that, from the perspective of digital technology application goals, the highestrated areas were crop monitoring and programming, informatization, and the creation of a digital agronomist model. The introduction of these technologies would significantly improve the management of production processes, increase yields, and ensure more rational use of resources, while minimizing losses. Ultimately, the research outlines concrete priorities for the implementation of digital technologies in crop production, which promise to provide substantial benefits to the agroindustrial sector. The findings suggest that strategically targeted digital solutions can drive productivity improvements and ensure more sustainable practices, reinforcing the importance of adopting advanced technologies in modern agriculture. This study underscores the need for careful consideration of resource allocation and expert guidance to maximize the potential of digitalization in agricultural enterprises.
Rockin’ the Subsurface: Learning Geophysics with ‘Electromagnetic Odyssey’
Authors: Alvarez-Molina Katya , Ruiz-Aguilar Diego , Romero Ramos Luis , Sánchez Basoco Guillermo , Méndez González Alejandro
Published: December 2024

In the education of applied geophysics, innovative learning tools are essential to bridge the gap between theory and practical field experience. Fieldwork is critical for reinforcing classroom knowledge and fostering peer interactions. However, it faces financial costs, physical accessibility, and logistical challenges, which can deter student participation and create equity concerns. To address these issues, adaptable educational models and digitalization are crucial. Integrating Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) has significantly enhanced learning processes, with alternatives like recorded fieldwork videos, high-resolution imagery, and virtual outcrop models gaining prominence, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Through thoughtful design, video games offer educational potential by enhancing motivation and engagement. This paper introduces Electromagnetic Odyssey, an immersive learning tool to overcome traditional field trips’ financial and logistical constraints. The video game considers the application of Electromagnetic methods for groundwater exploration. Electromagnetic Odyssey aims to promote equitable access to quality education and motivate students through well-designed, technology-enhanced activities, aligning with educational principles emphasizing motivation’s importance in learning.