bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Digital transformation of adaptation processes among foreign students obtaining medical education in the Kyrgyz Republic
Authors: Samigullina Alfiya , Abdyldaev Ruslan , Tagaeva Diana , Yun Ekaterina , Palamarchuk Dmitriy
Published: December 2024

The key goal of the research is to improve the integration of foreign students into the educational environment by developing an expert system that systematizes and unifies adaptation processes at the national and organizational levels. To implement such a system, the authors conduct a structural analysis of the educational process and develop its formal models reflecting changes in process states depending on external influences and the logical links between them. The study identifies key processes and objects interacting in the ecosystem of the educational institution, which allows for the development of a client-server architecture for an intelligent system. This system is designed to support international students throughout their educational journey, assisting them in decision-making processes and interaction with educational resources. The authors conclude that the proposed digital transformation model supports foreign students' adaptation and aligns with Kyrgyzstan's national strategy's broader educational and professional goals. The model offers a scalable and modular approach, providing continuous improvement of educational programs and the overall management of international students' adaptation processes
study among green transformational leadership, green learning, government regulation and sustainable project success across renewable energy investments
Authors: Apostu Simona
Published: December 2024

Because of the recent economic disaster, sustainable corporate performance has become a global demand and green measures have been identified as the prominent answer of these issues in literature. This circumstance has piqued the interest of policy makers and new researchers. The study investigated green transformational leadership as a source of green learning to achieve sustainable project success. Although academics have focused on the influencing variables of sustainable success, minimal investigation have been done into the antecedents of sustainable success in renewable energy projects. Using organizational learning theory as a foundation, this study investigates the relationships between green transformational leadership, green learning, and sustainable project success, as well as the moderating effect of government regulations was found. In this vein, data from 325 samples from renewable energy projects in Pakistan was collected with the help of an electronically administered questionnaire. For preliminary data analysis and hypothesis testing, SPSS 21 and Smart PLS 3.0 were employed. The empirical findings demonstrated that green transformational leadership has significant positive effect on sustainable project success via green learning. The findings also demonstrated that government regulations play a moderating influence in the relationship between green learning and sustainable project success. The study not only uncovers the linkages, but it also provides theoretical and practical suggestions for project management to improve sustainable success. The existing research assists policymakers in developing policies and leads new researchers in investigating this area in the future.
Estratégias de enfrentamento de familiares diante da terminalidade de pacientes idosos na UTI
Authors: Dorta Mirela , Silva Heloisa Schvarzman de Araújo
Published: December 2024

Os familiares de pacientes idosos gravemente adoecidos e internados na Unidade de Terapia Intensiva (UTI) podem vivenciar o luto, principalmente perante a morte iminente; o enfrentamento dessa situação pode depender de diversos fatores. O objetivo deste estudo foi compreender as estratégias de enfrentamento e as percepções de familiares diante da terminalidade de pacientes idosos que estão internados na UTI. Trata-se de uma pesquisa qualitativa e quantitativa, composta por uma amostra de 6 familiares de pacientes idosos em terminalidade, em um hospital público de grande porte. Foram aplicados um questionário sociodemográfico, o Inventário de Estratégias de Coping e uma entrevista semiestruturada. Para as análises, foram utilizados o teste t de student e a correlação de Pearson. Os dados obtidos na entrevista foram avaliados a partir da técnica de análise clínico-qualitativa. Compreendeu-se que as estratégias de enfrentamento mais utilizadas pelos familiares foram “Reavaliação Positiva” e “Fuga e Esquiva”. Houve uma correlação negativa de estratégias de enfrentamento voltadas para o problema e o uso de álcool e do cigarro. Identificou-se que o luto antecipatório, a clareza da comunicação médica, o sentimento de esperança e o suporte social podem favorecer o enfrentamento da situação estressora.
Modeling and Optimization of Task Scheduling in Multi-Team IT Projects
Authors:   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Bihun Roman , Karpov Ihor ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University
Published: December 2024

The article explores the integration of the Critical Path Method (CPM) and Linear Programming (LP) for optimizing task allocation in multi-team IT projects. The research aims to develop and implement a model that minimizes the overall project completion time, considering task dependencies and ensuring an even distribution of workload among teams.
The article describes a mathematical model that includes variables such as task duration, task dependencies, start and finish times, maximum completion time for all tasks, and binary variables for assigning tasks to teams. The model is solved using linear programming, which allows finding the optimal task distribution and the minimum project completion time.
The research results demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed model using real data. An analysis of tasks and their dependencies was conducted, the critical path was calculated, the task distribution among teams was determined, and the project completion time was evaluated. The proposed model ensures a reduction in the overall project completion time and an even workload distribution among teams.
The article also provides recommendations for implementing the model in IT project management practice. These include training project teams, customizing the model to the specifics of each project, phased implementation, regular monitoring of the model’s effectiveness, and its continuous improvement. Implementing the model will significantly improve IT project management efficiency, minimize project execution time, and ensure optimal resource allocation.
Thus, the research has shown that the integration of CPM and LP is an effective approach for optimizing task allocation in multi-team IT projects, ensuring the achievement of project goals within optimal timeframes.
Methods and Tools for the System of Compatibility Checking of Individual Components of Web-servers
Authors: Krupa Dmytro
Published: December 2024

This article examines the current state of issues in working with APIs of various systems. The most common methodologies (Agile and DevOps), methods, and tools for building automated pipelines for project assembly and testing were analyzed, and a general pipeline structure was presented, which serves as a starting point for project development. As a result of analyzing surveys of developers and DevOps engineers, key problems in integration between different systems using APIs were identified.
The paper describes the complete process of executing tests, which includes the initialization of the testing step, pipeline construction options, exception handling, and result storage. The interaction of various stakeholders is presented. These processes are illustrated with sequence, use case, and activity diagrams. Pseudocode of an algorithm is provided, which describes the use of fuzzy logic inference for generating recommendations based on testing. An extended contract for contract testing was developed, which includes request-response pairs, field value range constraints, and predicates to ensure the logical compatibility of components. The use of this contract allows not only to verify the compatibility of API components of web servers but also to define rules for logical consistency between objects. The implementation of an ontological approach for testing creates an additional layer of tests that check the correspondence between the entities of the consumer system and the ontology of the provider system. The introduction of field value range and type checks during test execution will provide the developer with comprehensive information about potential issues when two systems interact. Since the ontology must be continuously maintained by domain experts, the use of extended contract tests will reduce the likelihood of errors due to insufficient communication caused by changes in the concepts within the provider system’s business structure. The developed method involves the use of fuzzy logic for decision- making based on fuzzy assessments of the compatibility of two components
Computer Modelling of Logistic Regression for Binary Classification
Authors:   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Kravets Petro , Pasichnyk Volodymyr ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Prodaniuk Mykola ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University, Kis Yaroslav ,   Lviv Polytechnic National University
Published: December 2024

This article discusses the practical aspects of applying logistic regression for binary data classification. Logistic regression determines the probability of an object belonging to one of two classes. This probability is calculated with the help of a sigmoid function, the argument of which is a linear convolution of the feature vector of the object with the weighting coefficients obtained during the minimization of the logarithmic loss function. Predicted class labels are determined by comparing the calculated probability with a given threshold value.
The logistic regression study was performed using the computer simulation method. For this, a software complex was developed, the work of which reproduces the main stages of logistic regression: preparation of input data, training, testing with determination of quality metrics of binary classification, application of the logistic regression method for data classification in practice.
The paper examines the effect of overlapping and imbalance of classes in the input data set on the efficiency of binary classification. The overlapping of classes is modeled by the formation of input data based on two shifted relative to each other density functions of the normal distribution of random variables. Class imbalance is simulated by the probability of switching between these features.
It is shown that when the distance between the mathematical expectations of the density functions of the normal distribution decreases or when the dispersion of random variables increases, the overlapping of relevant classes increases, which leads to an increase in the number of objects that the classifier can assign to one or another class.
Approaching the probability of switching between the distribution functions of random variables to the extreme values of the unit interval leads to an increase in class imbalance, which is manifested in an increase in the number of elements of the input data set labeled with the label of the same class.
It has been experimentally confirmed that the AUC ROC metric, popular in binary classification problems, is dependent on the degree of class overlap and relatively resistant to class imbalance.
Sistem Informasi Perjalanan Dinas Pada Inspektorat Provinsi Lampung Berbasis Web
Authors: Agung Zihad Ubaddika , Hermanto Bambang
Published: December 2024

Business trips are trips made by related employees to complete tasks from the agency and are financed by the agency. Currently, the Lampung Provincial Inspectorate does not yet have a system that provides information about business trips. The processing of business trips data at the Lampung Provincial Inspectorate is still done manually, such as in the process of submitting a business trip activity program. In the current activity program submission process, there is no system that manages and monitors the ongoing activity submission process. Therefore, employees do not know at what stage the activity submission is being processed, so it is difficult for employees to find out information from the submission file, whether the file is approved or rejected. This problem can be overcome by creating an Information System so that it can make it easier for employees to submit activity programs. In developing this information system, the researcher uses the PHP programming language and the Laravel Framework. The system development method used in this research is the Waterfall method. Testing on the information system is carried out using Black Box Testing to test the functionality of the system. In addition, the researcher also conducted User Acceptance Testing to 9 respondents and got an average score of 89% which can be categorized as very good.
Pengembangan Prototipe Alat Pengusir Tikus Berbasis Internet of Things dengan Integrasi Notifikasi API WhatsApp
Authors: Febriansyah Febi Eka , Raisyah Muhammad Sultan , Kurniawan Muhammad Rizki , Sakethi Dwi , Hermanto Bambang
Published: December 2024

The prototype device developed in this study is an advanced solution to the persistent problem of rat infestations in agricultural areas, particularly in rice fields, which are a key concern in Indonesia. The integration of IoT technology allows for real-time monitoring, making it possible to detect rat activity instantly and respond immediately without requiring constant manual intervention. The system’s ability to send notifications via WhatsApp means that users can be alerted to rodent activity even when they are not physically present at the location, increasing the efficiency of pest control measures. The combination of motion detection, ultrasonic deterrence, and live video streaming creates a multi-layered approach to pest management. The ESP32-CAM, paired with the PIR sensor, ensures that the device can continuously monitor the area, while the ultrasonic sound disrupts and repels rats. The ability to remotely control the camera and adjust its angle via the servo motor allows users to tailor their surveillance according to specific needs, further enhancing the flexibility and utility of the device. This smart solution has the potential to be implemented in various agricultural settings, contributing to more sustainable farming practices and minimizing the need for harmful chemical pesticides.
Komparasi Peramalan ARIMA dan RNN pada Tunggakan Peserta BPJS Kesehatan Cabang Jambi
Authors: Khaira Ulfa , Aulia Bisma
Published: December 2024

BPJS Kesehatan is a public legal entity that is directly responsible to the President who has the task of providing Social Security to the community and has the authority to hold dues every month for participants. BPJS Kesehatan participants who are independent participants have an obligation to pay dues every month. Pandemic conditions affect participants' incomes in paying dues as a result participants' arrears rise. Arrears participants also occurred in BPJS Kesehatan Jambi Branch Office. BPJS Kesehatan branch office has SIMANIS (Sistem Penagihan Iuran Terintegrasi) application. Through this system, BPJS Kesehatan can reduce the arrears participants, especially Jambi branch offices. Thus, it makes easier for each branch office to evaluate the right policy, through arrears data it can be processed into forecasting information using traditional statistic methods ARIMA and machine learning methods RNN (Recurrent Neural Network). Therefore, this study aims to compare ARIMA and RNN in forecasting on premium arrears data of BPJS Kesehatan Jambi Branch Office participants. The dataset used is data on arrears of premium participants BPJS Kesehatan branch office Jambi per week. Through this forecasting, the results RMSE (Root Mean Square Error) and MAPE (Mean Absolute Percentage Error) from RNN 1 hidden layer 1 neuron method have RMSE  2739803819 and MAPE 1.97%, which is better than ARIMA (3,1,3) with RMSE 3238308628 and MAPE 2.62%. Then, to make it easier for non-programmer users to forecast built a graphical user interface (GUI) based on the web with Streamlit library. This research is expected to validate the forecasting model that is suitable for the arrears data of BPJS Kesehatan Jambi Branch Office participants.
Analisis Sentimen Opini Masyarakat Terhadap Penggunaan ChatGPT di Bidang Pendidikan Berbasis Twitter
Authors: Ramaputra Muhammad Galih , Purnomo Hendri
Published: December 2024

This research aims to analyze the sentiment of Indonesian society towards the use of ChatGPT technology in education. The use of ChatGPT in an educational context offers opportunities to simplify the learning process and support teachers in developing teaching materials. However, this technology also raises various concerns related to dependence on technology, privacy, and social interaction between students and teachers. The research method used is sentiment analysis by collecting data through social media (Twitter, Facebook) using API and Orange Data Mining platform to process the data. The results show that this technology is well received by most people, although there are some concerns regarding its negative impact. The classification models used in this research are Decision Tree and k-Nearest Neighbors (kNN), with the Decision Tree model showing superior results. This research is expected to provide insights for policy makers and technology developers in optimizing the application of ChatGPT in education in Indonesia
Perancangan Website KKN Universitas Lampung Dengan Pendekatan User-Centered Design
Authors: Yanfika Helvi , Sholehurrohman Ridho , Ilman Igit Sabda
Published: December 2024

Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has been widely implemented in education, serving not only as a learning medium but also as a tool for sharing information and assisting in decision-making. This is evident in the BP KKN (Community Service Program) at the University of Lampung (Unila), which utilizes a website as a medium for disseminating information. The KKN Unila website currently focuses on providing information related to KKN activities, including general information, activities, students, and other relevant details. Effective information delivery through a website requires not only clear presentation but also a well-designed user interface (UI) to enhance user experience (UX), ensuring ease of access and comprehension. UX encompasses more than just visual aspects, extending to user feelings, thoughts, sensations, and actions during system interactions. A well-designed UX aims to create interactive, user-friendly systems that are practical and convenient for users. Achieving a high-quality UX requires a human-centered system design approach. User-Centered Design (UCD) is one such method, involving users in the development process. This study focuses on redesigning the KKN Unila website using the UCD approach. User experience evaluation in this research employs the User Experience Questionnaire (UEQ), targeting improvements in key UX aspects, including Attractiveness, Perspicuity, Efficiency, Dependability, Stimulation, and Novelty.
PENGEMBANGAN MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN BIG BOOK DALAM MATERI BELAJAR IPAS SISWA SEKOLAH DASAR
Authors: Putri Hidayatul Isnaini  , Iqnatia Alfiansyah
Published: December 2024

This development research aims to determine the effectiveness and feasibility of big book media from the develop medias. The model used in this development research is the 3-D model which consists of define, design, and develop stages. Another goal of this development research is to find out the making of big book media containing the material of the nation's cultural wealth in class IV IPAS subjects. The research subject used was class IV MI Assa`adah (MIAS) Bungah consisting of 24 students. The assessment instrument is carried out through a learner response questionnaire and validation from media, material and language experts. Based on the data analysis that has been obtained, the quality of this big book media gets an average value with a percentage of 92% from media experts and 96% from material experts so that it gets a very feasible category.
 
 Keywords: big book, IPAS, model 3-D
Contemporary Da’wah: Bullying in Schools as a Da’wah Problem
Authors: Prasongko Wahyu Agung , Hamidah Lilik
Published: December 2024

Bullying can cause adverse physical and mental effects on victims, including stress, depression, and social isolation. Bullying contradicts the values of Islamic teachings, which emphasize compassion, justice, and respect for others. In the context of da'wah (Islamic preaching), it is important for preachers (da'i) to understand and address the issue of bullying in accordance with religious teachings. The purpose of this research is to discuss the bullying issues occurring in society and provide recommendations and solutions for da'i in addressing or delivering da'wah related to bullying cases. This study is descriptive-qualitative research using a literature review approach. The primary data sources include the Qur'an, hadith, and relevant documents. Secondary data are derived from scientific studies, articles, journals, and books discussing the phenomenon of bullying. Data analysis is conducted by deeply interpreting the collected data and then concluding. The research results identified several factors contributing to bullying in schools, including individual factors, such as a sense of superiority (having power), lack of supervision by teachers or educators, family or parental influences, and peer factors. Preventive steps for da'i to address bullying are by giving an understanding of retaliating with no harm action, building friendships, supporting networks, relocating to a better environment (hijrah), self-defense, education, and awareness. As da'i, they can share stories of the Prophet and his companions that illustrate good behavior, instill empathy and tolerance, and encourage positive behavior to prevent bullying.
IMPLEMENTASI PROGRAM FIQIH APLIKATIF DALAM UPAYA PENGEMBANGAN PEMBELAJARAN FIQIH DI MTS NEGERI 3 KOTA BANJARMASIN
Authors: Mukaddam Muhammad Faqih , Huda Nuril
Published: December 2024

Program fiqih terapan merupakan program unggulan di MTs Negeri 3 Kota Banjarmasin. Latar belakang program fiqih terapan secara umum adalah jumlah jam pelajaran fiqih yang tersedia dalam satu minggu belum mencukupi. Untuk mengatasi hal tersebut dibentuklah program fiqih terapan. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui historisitas program fiqih terapan dalam upaya pengembangan pembelajaran fiqih dan implementasinya di MTs Negeri 3 Kota Banjarmasin. Penelitian ini menggunakan jenis penelitian lapangan yang dilaksanakan dengan pendekatan kualitatif, jenis studi kasus dan berbentuk deskriptif. Teknik pengumpulan data meliputi observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Hasil penelitian meliputi latar belakang penerapan program fiqih terapan dimulai dari kekhawatiran orang tua siswa yang melihat anaknya pandai membaca doa dan gerakan shalat di saat penerimaan siswa baru sangat kurang. Historisitas lainnya adalah terbatasnya jumlah jam pelajaran fiqih yang tersedia. Kemudian implementasi program fiqih terapan dalam upaya pengembangan pembelajaran fiqih dibagi menjadi tiga tahap yaitu perencanaan, pelaksanaan dan evaluasi.
Pengembangan Aplikasi Peminjaman dan Donasi Buku untuk Taman Literasi di Yayasan Sumbu Pakarti Yogyakarta
Authors: Handoyo Emanuel Ristian , Setiawan Lukas Deni , Suratmanto Bekti
Published: December 2024

Pengabdian ini dilaksanakan melalui kolaborasi dengan Taman Literasi yang berada di bawah Yayasan Sumbu Pakarti, sebuah lembaga yang fokus pada pelayanan sosial dan edukasi anak-anak. Fokus utama Yayasan adalah menciptakan ruang belajar yang melibatkan lingkungan fisik dan sosial anak-anak, dengan harapan dapat mengembangkan potensi dan kepekaan mereka terhadap lingkungan. Dalam rangka mendukung inisiatif ini, pengembangan aplikasi untuk peminjaman dan donasi buku diidentifikasi sebagai kebutuhan penting. Aplikasi ini diharapkan dapat memperkuat kelompok membaca yang telah dibentuk di berbagai daerah di Indonesia. Pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk memberikan pengetahuan kepada pengelola Yayasan mengenai pengelolaan buku dan aplikasi berbasis web, praktik kolaboratif dalam pengembangan aplikasi, serta evaluasi penggunaan aplikasi. Pengembangan aplikasi disesuaikan dengan kondisi nyata di Yayasan Sumbu Pakarti, dan hasil modifikasi serta evaluasi diharapkan dapat menjadi panduan praktis dalam produksi aplikasi. Dengan adanya pengembangan aplikasi dan pelatihan penggunaannya, Yayasan Sumbu Pakarti diharapkan dapat memanfaatkan aplikasi secara mandiri dan berkelanjutan, sehingga dapat lebih efektif dalam mendukung kegiatan literasi di kalangan anak-anak. Pengabdian ini diharapkan tidak hanya meningkatkan keterampilan teknis pengelola, tetapi juga memperkuat upaya Yayasan dalam menciptakan lingkungan belajar yang lebih baik.
Analisis Kondisi untuk Pengembangan Sistem Keuangan Gereja pada Gereja Kristen Jawa Dayu
Authors: Delima Rosa , Astuti Ambar Kusuma
Published: December 2024

Gereja sebagai organisasi nirlaba berbasis keagamaan, dimana sumber daya utama gereja adalah jemaat. Oleh karena itu gereja memiliki kewajiban untuk mempertanggung jawabkan keuangan secara transparan dan akuntabel kepada jemaat. Pengelolaan keuangan pada Gereja Kristen Jawa (GKJ) Dayu saat ini dilakukan menggunakan standar pencatatan penerimaan dan pengeluaran gereja yang belum menerapkan standar baku keuangan. Kondisi ini mempersulit pengelola keuangan gereja untuk memberikan pelaporan rutin dan akurat sebagai pertanggung jawaban gereja kepada jemaat. Untuk dapat mendukung akuntabilitas dan transparansi pengelolaan keuangan maka perlu disusun standar proses, dokumen, dan pelaporan untuk sistem keuangan pada GKJ Dayu. Analisis kondisi merupakan tahapan awal dalam penyusun standar sistem keuangan gereja. Artikel ini berisi pembahasan proses analisis kondisi yang dilakukan untuk pengembangan sistem keuangan gereja pada GKJ Dayu. Analisis kondisi dilakukan melalui tahapan pengumpulan data dan identifikasi kebutuhan dari standar sistem keuangan yang akan dikembangkan. Pengumpulan data primer melibatkan Majelis Pengurus Harian (MPH) gereja dan tim bendahara gereja. Data sekunder diperoleh melalui studi literatur. Hasil analisis kondisi telah berhasil dirumuskan struktur layanan gereja, alur keuangan gereja, akun keuangan, dan fitur untuk sistem keuangan yang dibutuhkan oleh GKJ Dayu.
LES INITIATIVES DE REFORME DU SECTEUR DE LA SECURITE DE L’AMISOM : QUEL IMPACT SUR LA SECURITE DE LA SOMALIE ?
Authors: NZE BEKALE Ladislas
Published: December 2024

AMISOM Security Sector Reform Initiatives: What Impact on the Security of Somalia? In the context of the post conflict reconstruction of the State in Somalia the AMISOM has undertaken the reform of the security sector. The African Union mission activities are mainly focused on the strengthening of the capacity of the national security and defense forces to enable these actors to take over the entire security of the country as soon as possible. Despite the engagement of the AMISOM forces terrorist groups are still very active, maintaining the country in a certain insecurity and uncertainty.
Imortalidade de um longevo
Authors: Duailibe Andrea Cristina Soares Cordeiro , Rola Sylvia Meimaridou
Published: December 2024

Este ensaio promove uma reflexão teórica sobre os sujeitos idosos como parte constitutiva de sociedades capitalistas sul-americanas, que são refletidas nos conteúdos urbanos. A proposta evolui a partir de um entrelace epistemológico e teórico interdisciplinar que pretende contribuir para as Ciências Sociais Aplicadas - em especial, para o Urbanismo e os camposmultidisciplinares do Desenho Urbano. A pesquisa identifica os desafios enfrentados pelos idosos no contexto cultural e econômico da cultura capitalista de curto prazo. Um aspecto que se destaca na cultura da sociedade capitalista atual é como a dissincronia nas temporalidades estão profundamente enraizadas nas vivências dos sujeitos, sobretudo para os idosos. O ensaio reúne os desdobramentos de propostas investigativas distintas e correlatas a partir da articulação entre duas linhas de atuação (teórica e prática). Utilizando uma abordagem interdisciplinar, o tema se mostra relevante, na medida em que procura analisar conteúdos que emergem das consonâncias e das dissonâncias culturais capitalistas, a exemplo dos fenômenos de dissincronia que incidem nas vivências urbanas revelando fatores limitantes, particularmente para os sujeitos idosos.
Gestión educativa tradicional y burocrática en las universidades públicas
Authors: Barragán-Chávez Germán
Published: December 2024

The university model in its current format is considered traditional and bureaucratic, which affects educational processes and relationships with all those involved in higher education. The objective of this article is to analyze the model of the University of Guadalajara in Mexico, to convert university centers into multi-thematic centers with transformative and innovative management that allows institutions, organizational, humanistic and professional reengineering, said study is established from a documentary methodology, under a qualitative paradigm, with an analytical nature, since a very vertical, bureaucratized management has been located and with a certain burden of financial limitation, with the purpose of contributing to the process that the University of Guadalajara is experiencing and taking advantage of the vast experience of its academic staff, professional managers and the capacity of interest groups within the institution.
Caracterización de los textos generados por ChatGPT. Un análisis crítico
Authors: Navarrete Quezada Alejandra , Sánchez Tepatzi José de la Luz , Reyes Cuautle Víctor
Published: December 2024

ChatGPT has increasingly become a significant player in writing practices. Its texts are potentially powerful enough to influence how writing is approached in schools. This study aims to analyze texts created by ChatGPT to understand its strengths and limitations. It was tasked with writing various essays, which were then analyzed thematically. The findings suggest that while the texts can mimic human responses, they lack context and critical judgment. Despite their coherence, they are still seen as linguistic artifacts lacking deep reasoning. This raises questions about whether the challenges it presents stem from its emergence or pre-existing issues in the educational system.
EVALUATION OF AGROFORESTRY SYSTEMS AS ALTERNATIVES FOR TIMBER PRODUCTION AND CARBON STORAGE
Authors: Lima Israel Luiz de , Ranzini Maurício , Nicodemo Maria Luiza Franceschi , Longui Eduardo Luiz
Published: December 2024

- In Agrossilvipastoril systems trees are cultivated together with agricultural crops or animals, aiming at multiple uses therefore constituting a viable option for better soil use. Thus, reversing the processes of degradation of natural resources, to increase the availability of wood, food and environmental services and emerging as a sustainable alternative to the currently used wood production systems. Here we investigate the effect of the Silvi-agricultural and Silvi-pastoral systems on dendrometric data, mean annual increment (MAI), CO2 sequestration, wood density and anatomical features of Croton floribundus and Guazuma ulmifolia trees. The highest values of DBH (1.3 m from the ground), tree volume, volume per ha and MAI were observed in the silvi-agricultural system. Among the systems, C. floribundus presented higher values compared to G. ulmifolia in the silvi-agricultural system. While in the silvi-pastoral system, greater DBH and consequently greater volume of trees, volume per ha and MAI occurred in G. ulmifolia when compared to C. floribundus. CO2 sequestration values corroborated the MAI, with higher values in the silvi-agricultural system. Wood properties are affected in part by the type of system. C. floribundus has lower wood density values and higher vessel element length values, regardless of the management system, and the reverse occurs for G. ulmifolia. In this study, we demonstrated that integrating short-cycle crop cultivation with timber tree production is a feasible approach, which not only enhances carbon storage but also aligns with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) criteria. These findings highlight that agroforestry systems not only enhance timber production but also diversify farmers' income streams and make a significant contribution to carbon sequestration, establishing themselves as a sustainable and economically viable land management solution.
AVES DA REGIÃO DO VALE DA QUIETUDE, IBIÚNA, SUDESTE DO BRASIL
Authors: Schunck Fabio
Published: December 2024

A Mata Atlântica é um dos hotspots de biodiversidade mais ameaçados do mundo, com mais de uma centena de aves ameaçadas de extinção e algumas já extintas. A Serra do Mar é um dos centros de endemismo da Mata Atlântica e a Serra de Paranapiacaba uma sub-região biogeograficamente importante, mas que ainda apresenta lacunas de informação ornitológica, principalmente na sua porção leste, onde se encontram municípios como Ibiúna. Com base nesse cenário, realizamos um inventário ornitológico de campo e organizamos os dados disponíveis em plataformas online para quatro localidades de uma região denominada Vale da Quietude, no leste de Ibiúna. A região possui 259 espécies de aves, sendo 239 detectadas em campo entre 2022 e 2023, durante 12 meses e 296 horas, e 238 registradas por observadores de aves nos últimos 9 anos. Trata-se de uma riqueza de espécies relevante e compatível com algumas unidades de conservação da região, representando uma comunidade formada por aves endêmicas, migratórias e ameaçadas de extinção. A região do Vale da Quietude possui um conhecimento ornitológico básico, que precisa ser melhor investigado por futuras pesquisas científicas, divulgado para a comunidade local e explorado e ampliado por empreendedores locais que já atuam no segmento turístico da observação de aves. Os ambientes naturais do Vale da Quietude precisam ser protegidos na forma de unidades de conservação particulares ou públicas, preservando a biodiversidade existente para as gerações atuais e futuras.
De-densification of informal settlements as a strategy to improve the quality of life
Authors: Mvuyana Bongekile Yvonne Charlotte
Published: December 2024

Human settlement patterns in the South are clearly inequitable and dysfunctional, with tenure insecurity remaining a significant issue. Consequently, there has been a dramatic increase in housing demand driven by rising household sizes and accelerated urbanization. Local governments have a clear mandate to ensure socio-economic development and promote democracy, which necessitates ongoing consultations and renegotiations with citizens. This paper critically examines the de-densification of informal settlements as a pivotal strategy to enhance the quality of life for citizens, all while maintaining essential social networks. Governments must take decisive action against pandemics by transforming spaces into liveable settlements that improve livelihoods. A qualitative method was employed, analyzing data drawn from interviews to gain insights into individual views, attitudes, and behaviors regarding the improvement of livelihoods in informal settlements. The study utilized a simple random sampling technique, ensuring that every individual in the population selected had an equal opportunity for inclusion. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with twenty community members in Cornubia, alongside discussions with three officials from eThekwini Municipality and KwaZulu Natal (KZN) Provincial Department of Human Settlements. Data was analyzed using thematic analysis, and the findings hold substantial benefits for the most disadvantaged citizens. Therefore, municipalities have an obligation to transform urban areas by reducing inequality, bolstered by national government policy, to achieve a resilient, safe, and accessible urban future. The evidence presented in this paper underscores that local governments, through municipalities, must prioritize de-densifying informal settlements in response to pandemics or hazards. It is vital to leverage community-driven initiatives and reinforce networks within these communities. The paper calls for the establishment of a socially centered government through the District Development Model (DDM), emphasizing socio-economic transformation as a pathway to enhance community quality of life.
Capital social e desenvolvimento regional: impactos em uma comunidade ribeirinha atingida pela construção de usina hidrelétrica
Authors: Souza Edney Costa , Fernandes Alice Munz , Matos Gleimiria Batista da Costa
Published: December 2024

O potencial hídrico da Amazônia fomenta a construção de usinas hidrelétricas, maximizando preocupações acerca das consequências socioeconômicas e culturais sobre comunidades tradicionais. É neste cenário que se encontra a comunidade Vila Nova de Teotônio, criada para reassentar ribeirinhos atingidos pela Usina Hidrelétrica Santo Antônio, construída no leito do Rio Madeira, Porto Velho/RO. Assim, a pesquisa realizada objetivou analisar de que maneira tal megaprojeto impactou no capital social da referida comunidade. Para tanto, aplicou-se uma survey com corte transversal junto a famílias reassentadas, empregando para a coleta de dados uma adaptação do Questionário Integrado para Medir Capital Social. Os resultados apontam prejuízos quanto à obtenção de renda por parte das famílias, mas sua percepção de felicidade acerca do trabalho não sofreu alteração. Também se constatou que a realização de ações coletivas e de colaboração se tornou incipiente, bem como houve o enfraquecimento das relações de confiança entre os membros da comunidade.
Palavras-chave: Planejamento e Desenvolvimento Regional. Capital Social. Deslocamento Compulsório. Ribeirinhos.
Potenciais turísticos no Maranhão a partir da categorização de regiões e municípios no mapa do turismo brasileiro
Authors: Leão Airton Pereira da Silva , Santos Nayara Silva dos , Soares João Eduardo Vale
Published: December 2024

O turismo é um setor estratégico para o desenvolvimento socioeconômico de regiões com potencial natural e cultural, como o Maranhão. Este estudo analisa a relação entre a categorização turística dos polos maranhenses, definida pelo Mapa do Turismo Brasileiro, e os níveis de desenvolvimento turístico, buscando identificar desafios e oportunidades regionais. A pesquisa utilizou uma abordagem documental e estatística, analisando os critérios de categorização turística e dados secundários sobre infraestrutura, atratividade e governança local. A partir disso, foi realizada uma correlação entre os níveis de categorização e indicadores de competitividade dos polos turísticos. Os polos turísticos classificados em categorias superiores (A e B) demonstram maior infraestrutura, fluxo de visitantes e capacidade competitiva. Em contrapartida, os polos nas categorias D e E enfrentam sérias deficiências, como baixa atratividade e falta de investimentos. Além disso, observou-se que uma governança participativa mais robusta contribui diretamente para a melhoria dos indicadores turísticos. Embora útil, a categorização turística reflete desigualdades estruturais entre os polos. A pesquisa aponta que estratégias de fortalecimento das parcerias público-privadas, investimentos direcionados em infraestrutura básica e políticas públicas alinhadas às necessidades locais podem potencializar o desenvolvimento sustentável do turismo. Estudos comparativos nacionais podem ampliar a compreensão sobre os fatores que influenciam a competitividade. Este estudo reforça a relevância da categorização turística para o planejamento estratégico e a formulação de políticas públicas, evidenciando a necessidade de estratégias integradas e específicas. Investimentos na diversificação de atrativos e no fortalecimento da governança podem transformar o turismo em um motor de desenvolvimento inclusivo no Maranhão.
Palavras-chave: Turismo. Desenvolvimento Regional. Políticas Públicas. Categorização Turística. Planejamento Estratégico.
Assistência técnica e extensão rural: um estudo de caso no município de Xinguara-PA
Authors: Alves Lílian Lima de Oliveira , Vargas Letícia Paludo , Maciel Carlos Alberto da Rosa , Marchesan Jairo
Published: December 2024

Os serviços de Assistência Técnica e Extensão Rural (Ater) possuem relevância política e socioeconômica para o desenvolvimento rural no Brasil, e são fundamentais no estreitamento das relações entre as informações tecnológicas e o produtor rural. Nesse sentido, a finalidade deste trabalho foi analisar a importância da extensão rural para os agricultores familiares do município de Xinguara-PA. A metodologia utilizada apresentou cunho quali-quantitativo, mediante a realização de entrevistas semiestruturadas com agricultores e técnicos da Ater na região, tanto no setor público quanto no privado. A partir das indagações feitas, foi possível reunir resultados significativos sobre o tema estudado, concluindo-se que, além da relevância do serviço de Ater, uma parcela considerável de agricultores não possui conhecimentos sobre o funcionamento das atividades, principalmente em relação ao serviço prestado de forma pública. Além disso, a pesquisa demonstra uma oportunidade de nicho de trabalho para os profissionais das Ciências Agrárias nessa região e contribuições ao desenvolvimento regional.
Palavras-chave: Agricultura familiar. Assistência Técnica. Desenvolvimento rural.
Carriage of antimicrobial resistance genes in Escherichia coli of bovine origin
Authors: Ozbey G. , Tanriverdi E.S. , Acik M.N. , Kalin R. , Otlu B. , Zigo F.
Published: December 2024

The present study aimed to search for the presence of the plasmid-mediated antimicrobial resistance genes in 106 Escherichia coli (E. coli) isolates from a total of 240 fresh fecal samples collected from 12 private cattle farms in Bingol province of East Turkey from November 2021 to January 2022. In those colistin-resistant E. coli (mcr-1 to -9), the major carbapenemase (blaOXA-48, blaNDM-1, blaIMP, blaVIM, and blaKPC), β-lactamase (blaTEM-1, blaCTX-M and blaSHV-1) and OXA-48 like β- lactamase (blaOXA-162, blaOXA-163, blaOXA-181, blaOXA-204 and blaOXA-232) resistance genes were searched for determined a multiplex polymerase chain reaction (PCR) method and Next-generation sequencing (NGS) - PCR Amplicons with Nanopore Technology. Only the mcr-4 gene was found in one isolate and the remaining genes (mcr-1-9) were not shown in all E. coli isolates from cattle. The minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC) to colistin was detected in mcr-4 positive E. coli isolates using broth microdilution. We assessed the antimicrobial susceptibilities of mcr-4 positive E. coli isolates using the Kirby-Bauer disk diffusion method. E coli isolate was detected as negative for carbapenemase and OXA-48 like β-lactamase resistance genes and positive for β-lactamase. In addition, E. coli isolates carrying mcr-4 were more resistant to colistin. Antimicrobial susceptibility testing using the disk diffusion assay indicated that all 106 E. coli isolates (100%) were sensitive to AMK, 105 E. coli isolates (99.1%) exhibited sensitivity to imipenem, meropenem and doripenem, and 1 E. coli isolate (0.9%) had intermediate resistance to imipenem, meropenem and doripenem; It was observed that all strains (100%) were resistant to cefotaxime. E. coli isolates are resistant to ampicillin (95.3%), amoxicillin/clavulanic acid (95.3%), cefepime (14.2%), cefixime (19.8%), cephalexin (74.5%), gentamicin (42.5%), kanamycin (37.7%), streptomycin (69.8%), tetracycline (80.2%), ciprofloxacin (60.4%), norfloxacin (13.2%), chloramphenicol (59.4%) and trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole (68.9%). When we investigated the sequence in the Blast database, the genome of the E. coli isolate indicated high similarity with the mcr-4 sequences. To our knowledge, this is the first report investigating on the mcr-4 gene in E. coli identified from cattle in Turkey. Our results highlighted that cattle might be a potential risk in transmitting mcr genes.
Parasitic survey of birds of prey used for falconry in Poland
Authors: Prątnicka A. , Sokół R. , Iller M.
Published: December 2024

Birds of prey raised in captivity have direct contact with the environment and are fed raw meat various animals, which increases the risk of infections caused by parasites, including endoparasites. The aim of this study was to evaluate the prevalence of endoparasites in predatory birds of the orders Accipitriformes and Falconiformes that are used in falconry in Poland. Fresh feces were sampled from 52 birds, including 16 saker falcons (Falco cherrug), 8 lanner falcons (Falco biarmicus), 7 peregrine falcons (Falco peregrinus), 8 Harris’s hawks (Parabuteo unicinctus), 7 Eurasian goshawks (Accipiter gentilis), 3 common kestrels (Falco tinnunculus), 1 Eurasian sparrowhawk (Accipiter nisus), 1 red-tailed hawk (Buteo jamaicensis), and 1 common buzzard (Buteo buteo). Fecal samples were analyzed with the use of Fülleborn’s floatation technique and the McMaster method (OPG/EPG). Dispersive forms of parasites were identified in 17 out of 52 fecal samples (32,69%). Protozoa of the genus Avispora and Nematodes of the genera Porrocaecum sp and Capillaria were detected. The predominant parasites were roundworms (Porrocaecum sp) which were identified in 27% of the samples. Polish falconers were surveyed to obtain information about bird rearing conditions, the administered feed, contact with wild fauna, incidence of parasitic infections, and the applied treatments. The survey showed that the housing conditions ensured contact with wild fauna, and the majority of owners (63,6%) feed their birds with part of the game they caught. The majority (81%) of falconers did not notice any clinical signs of infection in their infected birds, indicating the need to examine them regularly. The results of the survey were compared with the findings of the parasitological analysis. This study reports on the prevalence of endoparasites in birds of prey, and the present findings can be used by falconers to optimize the management and welfare of predatory birds.
TaqMan-based quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction assay to detect porcine circovirus-like virus
Authors: Yu Z.R. , Shao Y. , Chen Z. , Zhang Y. , Cheng F.Y. , Liu H. , Wang Z.Y. , Tu J. , Song X.J. , Qi K.Z.
Published: December 2024

The aim of this study was to develop a rapid, sensitive and highly specific TaqMan quantita­tive real-time polymerase chain reaction PCR (qPCR) assay for porcine circovirus-like virus (PCLV). The primers and probe were designed based on the conserved regions of the PCLV ORF4 gene. The assay has a good detection performance (y = -3.3257x + 1.482, R2 = 0.9905), with a limit of detection of 10 copies, which was 100 times more sensitive than conventional PCR (cPCR). No cross-reactivity was observed with other common viruses. The intra- and inter-assay coefficients of variation were less than 1.25%. 36 fecal samples were analyzed using this method, detecting a positivity rate of 8.33% (3/36) that was higher than the cPCR detected. In summary, the established assay for PCLV detection has high specificity, sensitivity, and reproducibility and can be used as a tool for clinical diagnosis and epidemiological investigation.