bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Artificial Intelligence in Global World: A Case Study of Grammarly as e-Tool on ESL Learners’ Writing of Darul Uloom Nadwa
Authors:   the Department of English, College of Sciences and Humanities, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Alkharj, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Alam Sohaib , Usama Mohammad , Alam Md Moshabbir , Jabeen Ismat , Ahmad Farhan
Published: November 2023

Studies worldwide have explored how Grammarly as Electronic Tool (e-Tool) assists English as a Second Language (ESL) students in enhancing their writing. The present study aims to improve Madrasa ESL learners’ writing by minimizing inflectional morphemes related errors at Darul Uloom Nadwatul Ulama in Lucknow, Northern part of India. The study participants included sixty-eight Madrasa students who were enrolled in Alimiyat (equivalent to 12th) grade and were formed into two separate groups: an experimental group was treated with Grammarly, while the control group got instruction using the communicative language teaching approach. The data was collected from all participants before and after the treatment. A quantitative approach was used to the analysis of the data. A repeated-measures two-way ANOVA test revealed that Grammarly enhanced ESL learners’ writing for inflectional morphemes following treatment in the experimental group relative to the control group. These findings demonstrate how ‘Grammarly’ as and e-Tool may support ESL writers, especially novel writers who find it challenging to write well in English.
Flipped Direct Instruction (FDI): Optimization of Practicum Learning Models
Authors:   the Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Negeri Padang, Indonesia, Mubai Akrimullah , Ambiyar  , Irfan Dedy
Published: November 2023

Selecting an accurate learning model plays a big part in determining the quality of the implemented learning process. The Flipped Direct Instruction (FDI) learning model is introduced as a new learning model to increase the effectiveness of the implementation of learning through practicums. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to examine the effectiveness level of the FDI learning model application. This research is carried out during the Computer Network Installation practical lesson in the July-December 2022 semester at the Electronic Systems Engineering Study Program, Universitas Negeri Padang, Indonesia. This study is conducted using a quasi-experimental design with a control class and an experimental class as the research samples. The Direct Instruction (DI) model was applied in the control class and the FDI model was utilized for the experimental class. This study uses quantitative and primary data types. Data were obtained using test instruments through the application of a pre-test and a post-test. The data is calculated using the N-Gain method to measure the level of effectiveness of the FDI model implementation. In utilizing the N-Gain method, the requirements for the normality test, homogeneity test, and t-test were applied. The results of the research on the implementation of the pre-test for the control class were a value of 36.11 and 34.01 for the experimental class. Whereas for the post-test, a value of 71.27 and 86.80 were the results for the experimental class. The experimental class post-test scores were used in the N-Gain test. The results of the N-Gain test obtained a percentage of 79.11% with a minimum value of 62.76% and a maximum value of 90.89%. The value of 79.11% in the N-Gain value range can be categorized as a notably high outcome. This portrays that the FDI learning model is effective in improving practicum learning outcomes.
Composing a Syllabus via Educational Program Maker: A Web Tool for Academic Documents Creation
Authors:   Faculty of Infocommunication Technologies, ITMO University, St. Petersburg, Russia, Shnaider Polina , Chernysheva Anastasiia , Govorov Anton , Khlopotov Maksim
Published: November 2023

This paper raises the question of the importance of syllabus structure. The research conducted on syllabus components allowed for a thorough analysis of the learning analytics literature, leading to the identification of the main components of the course model and the interrelationship between them. Based on these findings, a web service called the Educational Program Maker was developed. This tool has proven to be notably useful at ITMO University in Saint Petersburg, Russia since its launch in March 2021. It has gradually become the primary instrument for creating academic courses at the university, playing a crucial role in effective communication among educational process participants during the design, development, coordination, and approval of the syllabus. The Educational Program Maker follows a course model that is presented and discussed in this study. Feedback from faculty members who have used the tool has been evaluated, and the results are promising. The Educational Program Maker is not only making the process of creating syllabi and academic documents easier, but it is also improving the quality of these documents and fostering collaboration and communication among educators.
Facilitating Self-regulated Learning Using Mobile Learning Games
Authors:   Educational Technology, Sebelas Maret University, Surakarta, Indonesia, Nurdin Alla‘ Junia , Rejekiningsih Triana , Sumaryati Sri
Published: November 2023

Facilitating Self-regulated learning for students has become a concern recently. This is important for students because this mental activity increases a sense of control and confidence in fulfilling learning tasks, thus increasing self-efficacy, motivation, and autonomy in learning. Self-Regulated Learning (SRL) helps students progress and develop personally and socially. It is known that educators usually train self-regulated using learning media such as Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), games, augmented reality, virtual reality, and others. However, games are the most easiest and enjoyable learning media because games can promote independent learning in a constructivist, social problem-solving context. Some games would be better if they were developed with learning in mind. Therefore, the research objective of this paper is to develop games that can enhance self-regulatory learning. The type of study used was a 4D modeling application development study with the participation of 120 vocational high school students. The results showed that students who used game-based mobile learning improved in three aspects of self-regulated learning: metacognition, motivation, and behavior.
Does Innovative Capacity Drive Firm Performance in Excess of Market Norms during Times of Crisis
Authors:   King University, Bristol, TN, 37620 USA., Caudill Jason G.
Published: November 2023

This paper explores the market performance of the most innovative firms and compares that performance against a market index fund to determine if highly innovative firms outperform the market during times of financial crisis. A quantitative methodology was used, with ANOVA as the selected tool to test for statistically significant differences. The firms were found to not be statistically different in performance from the market index, but did have overall positive stock price performance.
A Model for Product Mix Planning Using Multi-objective Optimization Approach with Sensitivity Analysis
Authors:   Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Manila, Philippines. Ma. Teodora E. Gutierrez is also with Technological Institute of the Philippines, Quezon City, Philippines., Gutierrez Ma. Teodora E. , Ermita Philip P.
Published: November 2023

The paper proposes a model for allocation problems in business organizations considering multiple objectives. It concerns the distribution of resources among options in order to achieve the best value for the goals of the business. Thus, the paper develops a model for a product mix plan using the multi-objective optimization (MOO) approach. The objectives set by the paper are to minimize production costs and waste. The inclusion of the production wastes was motivated by United Nations Sustainable Development Goal number 13, which states, “Take immediate action to combat climate change and its impacts.” The developed model was then tested in a manufacturing company and resulted in Pareto-optimal solutions. Such solutions determine the quantity of products to be produced in several production facilities at a particular period of time and will be set as the product mix plan of the case study company. A sensitivity analysis was also performed by varying the weights of the objective functions, which resulted in different decisions about the best product mix plan. It was found that solution 2 is more stable than solution 1. Moreover, the paper also analyzed the permissible ranges for the coefficients of the decision variables and the coefficients for the constraints, where the optimal solutions remain unchanged. The proposed mathematical model thus demonstrates its viability and usefulness in achieving the company's aims.
Female Images of French Comics (Bande Dessinée)
Authors: Shmelev Dmitry
Published: November 2023

The article analyzes the history of female characters of French comics (bande dessinée). The study covers the period from the beginning of the 20th century to the beginning of the 21st century, from the creation of albums telling about the history of Bécassina to the albums devoted to the adventures of Laureline. Analyzing the history of the development of female characters, the authors noted that the feminization of the French bande dessinée coincides with the chronology of the three stages of development of feminism. This circumstance is reflected in the specifics of female characters of comics, their nature, manner of action and gender relations. Moreover, the stories of female characters in the bande dessinée were a reflection of the social and cultural situation of a certain time, the change in the legal and civil status of a woman, the transformation of her role in society and the desire for real equality. The Bécassina’s character, although it fits into the framework of traditional gender relations and the social role of women in France at the beginning of the 20th century, at the same time reflects the beginning of a “rebellion”, an attempt to go beyond the assigned role, to know the outside world. The image of Lili in this context is more modern and more reflective of the post-war spirit of the “beautiful era” marked by the process of female emancipation. In any case, both characters have a choice to play a social role reserved for them by society, or to go beyond the patriarchal framework. In fact, this is the first bright characters bande dessinée, embarked on the path of emancipation. The second wave of feminism contributes to the evolution of female characters bande dessinée. The heroines of the comic books of the 1960—1970s reflect the results of the sexual emancipation of the post-war decades. This can be seen in the Barbarella way, but also in the behavior and lifestyle of Adèle (despite placing her in a completely different historical context). Unlike Bécassina and Lili, they are no longer constrained by the framework of traditional patriarchal relations, social and cultural conformism, expressing a desire to change the world. Finally, to the period of the third wave of feminism, we can attribute two albums telling about the adventures of Isa and the cosmic adventures of Laureline. As in the case of Adèle, the modern character of Isa, transferred to the context of the 18th century, introduces a modern interpretation of the issues of slavery, sexism and male domination. In the albums of the series “Valerian and Laureline”, the female character Laureline first becomes the central figure of the series, which allows us to speak about the end of the feminization of bande dessinée.
Giorgia Meloni — the New Prime Minister of Italy: “a Woman, a Christian, an Italian”
Authors: Gavrilova Svetlana
Published: November 2023

Giorgia Meloni, the leader of the right-wing Brothers of Italy party, who was elected as Prime Minister of Italy in September 2022, has already made history by becoming the first woman in this post and the first representative of a political force in the entire post-war history of the country, which many in Italy call the “heiress of neo-fascism”, who took the highest political position in The Republic. Being in big politics for quite a long time, Giorgia Meloni remained aloof from the highest echelons of power, her party in recent years has been in fierce opposition to the current cabinets, so for the Italian electorate tired of the “traditional” political forces, her figure has become the most preferred against the background of total disappointment with the actions of the country's political leadership. Classic populist political technologies used by the center-right coalition, which included the Brothers of Italy party before the parliamentary elections of 2022 in Italy, they had tremendous success and brought Giorgia Meloni to the prime minister's chair a right-wing politician, a populist who once admired Benito Mussolini.
Cassiodorus Senator: from Court Historiographer to Teacher and Rhetorician
Authors: Nenarokova Maria
Published: November 2023

The paper deals with the personality of Cassiodorus, philosopher, theologian, statesman of the 6th century. Cassiodorus’ works reflect the changes in his worldview, his interests in different periods of his life. The focus of the study is the most famous work of the Italian philosopher “Institutiones divinarum et saecularium litterarum”. In this work he formulated his views on school education and the spiritual enlightenment of his fellow citizens. Cassiodorus attaches particular importance to reading as the only reliable way to gain knowledge. In the “Instructiones” he consistently holds the idea that the program of the Christian school needs a synthesis of theology and worldly sciences. Without losing interest in history as a science, in his mature years Cassiodorus strives to see the unity of human history as a process that is under the influence of the will of God.
The Personality of the Distant Past in the Context of Foreign Historiography: on Macrobius and Research Practices of German, French-Speaking and Italian Historiography of the 19th — 21st Centuries
Authors: Petrova Maya
Published: November 2023

The paper notes that attempts to study the personality of Macrobius (5th century) and his creative heritage lasted for more than one century in foreign historiography — German, French-speaking and Italian. However, the interest of Western European scholars to the Latin author and his texts under the titles “Saturnalia”, “Commentary on the Dream of Scipio” and “On the Differences and Similarities of Greek and Latin Verbs” began to grow rapidly only in the 19th century. This was due to the publication of critical editions of Macrobius’ texts and the appearance of their French translations. The studies of the 19th — 21st centuries devoted to Macrobius and his texts are analyzed; all of them are considered fundamental in French-speaking, German and Italian historiography, which formed scientific schools in the field of research, called “Macrobius-Studies”.
Honest Lawyer at the Royal Court: Chrétien-Guillaume de Lamoignon de Malesherbes in 1774—1776
Authors: Pimenova Ludmila
Published: November 2023

The paper deals with the activities of a prominent figure of France in the second half of the 18th century Lamoignon de Malesherbes as Secretary of State of the Royal House. Having previously worked at the head of the Cour des Aides and the Direction de la Librairie, at the beginning of the reign of Louis XVI, Malesherbes occupied one of the highest positions in the government and hatched plans for reforming the judicial and penitentiary system, settling the condition of Protestants, reducing the costs of the royal court, fighting poverty. He achieved to realize his plans only to the smallest extent. The failure was mainly due to the fact that, being completely a lawyer, he turned out to be a stranger in court society. The paper is based on both published and archival sources.
Edmond Farrenc: French Jourlalist on Both Sides of the Atlantic
Authors: Sirotinskaya Mariya
Published: November 2023

Life of Edmond Farrenc, the Parisian journalist, who had lived for a long time in the USA and Canada, is traced in the article. Publicistic and literary activities of Farrenc, his lectures and articles in the periodicals of the second half of the 19th century show that he addressed audiences on both sides of the Atlantic, put emphasis on the interaction of ideas, viewed events, that took place in the Old and New Worlds, from the transnational perspective. In this sense, in modern terms, we can speak of Edmond Farrenc as a transnational author.
Thucydides: the Historian and His Surroundings
Authors: Karpyuk Sergey
Published: November 2023

In this paper, an attempt will be made to consider poorly studied aspects of the biography of Thucydides: both historical figures, and the social and natural environment of the historian. The ancient Greek historian was well oriented in Thracian affairs and history. The factor of personal acquaintance and deep awareness of the historian about the circumstances of the life of a particular politician is most manifested in the Thucydides description of the biography and activities of the famous Athenian politician Nicias. Another important aspect is the attitude of the historian towards the island world and its perception of the islands. The islands were viewed by the Athenians as territory over which Athens exerted its dominance. The study of the social environment and the natural and geographical environment of the historian makes it possible to more accurately understand his motivation when working on “History”.
Direct triboelectricity from friction of wheel tires on pavements
Authors: Mouratidis Anastasios , Tonozlis George
Published: November 2023

Energy consumption in road and street traffic is significant and increasing. A partial recovery of this energy is the objective of the research briefly presented in the present paper. The proposed technique is totally innovative and has not been investigated, even through laboratory research, anywhere else. It aims to harvest triboelectric energy generated while wheel tires are directly rubbed against a pavement surface where oppositely charged electrodes are properly attached. The laboratory testing device consists of a rotating wheel bearing a vehicle tire, set up adequately to move down to a solid bench where flat bars, rods or tubes, susceptible to being oppositely charged by pairs, are attached. Metals, such as copper, bronze and aluminum, developing high electrical conductivity, were used in most experiments, as electrodes. Triboelectricity tests, under different placement of the electrodes regarding the wheel, were conducted in the laboratory and provided noticeable values of electric potential. Even more promising seem the results obtained following an intermittent application of the wheel load. Further experimentation introducing a much bigger wheel load, a different tire texture and other test improvements are ongoing, aiming at higher values of electric potential.
Addressing Online Harassment in Swedish Journalism: An Institutional Perspective on Management
Authors: Björkenfeldt Oscar
Published: November 2023

This study scrutinizes Swedish news organizations’ strategies to navigate the psychosocial impli- cations of online harassment toward journalists, drawing from interviews with 14 media managers across local and national media outlets. Employing institutional theory, the findings highlight managerial prioritization of physical safety, while concurrently undervaluing the mental strain induced by subtle online harassment, viewed as an occupational hazard intrinsic to the profession. Consequently, their comprehension of work environment responsibilities is shaped through their cognitive assimilation, influenced by their sociocultural environment and industry affiliation, which precludes them from recognizing online harassment as an organizational challenge. This, in turn, hinders a systematic and reflexive approach toward managing the multifaceted manifestations of online harassment. The significance of the study transcends merely identifying barriers, offering insights into the underlying institutional structures and practices that perpetuate them. These insights are pivotal for devising strategies that mitigate the detrimental impacts of online harass- ment in journalism.
COMMUNICATION DIGITALE ET PROCESSUS DE DIGITALISATION DANS LES COLLECTIVITES TERRITORIALES MAROCAINES
Authors: Ech-Chbani Amina
Published: November 2023

Depuis l’apparition de la pandémie du Covid, le processus de digitalisation et la communication digitale qui en résulte suscitent une levée de boucliers au sein des collectivités territoriales marocaines. Partant de ce constat, nous avons choisi d’inscrire notre méthodologie dans une démarche inductive basée sur une analyse de discours, dont l’objectif est d’apporter une lecture évaluative au processus de digitalisation et de mettre en lumière ces nouvelles modalités de communication qui lui sont rattachées, afin de pouvoir émettre des hypothèses dans ce sens. Les résultats de notre recherche mettent en exergue quatre constats majeurs : la communication digitale est adoptée par des collectivités territoriales qui cherchent à répondre aux contraintes essentiellement externes ; les pratiques de préparation au processus de digitalisation que ces collectivités ont engagées ne les prédisposent pas à une mise en œuvre effective de la démarche ; un éventuel lien entre la résistance passive à la démarche dans les collectivités territoriales marocaines et la faible implication dans la formalisation des procédures de la digitalisation ; et finalement les répercussions de la digitalisation sur la collectivité sont courtermistes et essentiellement structurelles.
PERSONALIZED LEARNING THROUGH ADAPTIVE CONTENT MODIFICATION
Authors: Er-Radi Hicham , Aammou Souhaib , Jdidou Aymane
Published: November 2023

This research aims to explore the effectiveness of adaptive learning systems in dynamically modifying content to align with the abilities and knowledge levels of individual learners. By employing data analytics and machine learning algorithms, the study examines how content difficulty adjustment, pacing, content selection, and adaptive feedback contribute to a personalized learning experience. This study embarked on an exploration of the efficacy and implications of adaptive learning systems across diverse educational settings: K-12 classrooms, higher educational institutions, and corporate training environments. Through a multi-modal approach, incorporating both quantitative and qualitative analyses, the study evaluated the potential benefits and transformative impact of these personalized learning tools. Quantitatively, results indicated marked improvements post-intervention: notably, a rise in completion rates, significant enhancement in test scores, and increased engagement durations. Machine learning analyses further revealed patterns among learners, signifying segments that benefited immensely from the intervention. Qualitative feedback, obtained through semi-structured interviews, painted a compelling narrative of learner experiences. Common themes emphasized the system's adeptness at adjusting difficulty, facilitating personalized pacing, and providing nuanced, constructive feedback. Adaptive learning systems emerge as a potent tool in modern educational strategies, blending technology and pedagogy to deliver a tailored, responsive learning experience. However, while the immediate implications are promising, the broader applicability and long-term outcomes warrant further research. This study serves as a foundational exploration, signaling the transformative potential of adaptive learning in reshaping educational landscapes.
L’INNOVATION DE L’ENSEIGNEMENT DE LA MUSIQUE ANDALOUSE
Authors: Chaachoo Amin , Charia Zakaria , Lahiala Abdelfattah
Published: November 2023

Cette intervention va traiter de l’enseignement de la musique andalouse dans les établissements de musique officiels du Maroc. Cette musique, étant d'origine andalouse, de tradition marocaine et de caractère savant, jouit d’un enseignement institutionnel dans tous les conservatoires de musique du pays, avec un système pédagogique défini. Cependant, l’enseignement de la musique andalouse est déficient car il ne contemple pas les multiples aspects de cette musique, aspects qui sont essentiels pour une formation convenable et complète de la musique andalouse. Tel est le cas, par exemple, du domaine de la théorie musicale mélodique, de l’esthétique de la musique andalouse, de la littérature poétique ou de l’histoire de cette musique. Ces éléments se voient totalement absents de l’enseignement musical andalou. Cette communication compte proportionner une description de l'état de l'enseignement musical andalou dans les conservatoires de musique nationaux du Maroc. Après cette description, la communication compte apporter une proposition pédagogique complète qui contemple les différents aspects de la musique andalouse: une histoire musical andalouse, ses étapes et son évolution, tout en considérant ses différents éléments dont beaucoup n’ont jamais été traités dans une histoire quelconque de cette musique, reconnue ou non, écrite ou orale, comme c’est le cas de la partie de l’histoire de la musique ibérique préandalouse ou de la musique grecque classique, étapes essentielles dans l'histoire de la musique andalouse. Seront traités également des éléments de premier ordre, comme la théorie modale mélodique, une théorie disparue depuis la chute de Grenade, en 1492. Cette théorie a été récupérée, grâce à mes études sur le domaine, une théorie qui sera proposée dans cette intervention, comme base essentielle de l'apprentissage de la musique andalouse dans les conservatoires. Une pédagogie de l'esthétique musicale andalouse sera également proposée, de par son importance, étant cette musique de caractère traditionnel, donc empreinte d'un style propre et émanant de sa réalité sociale et culturelle. La partie pratique sera également contemplée: toute musique traditionnelle n'est développée que dans son contexte traditionnel, un contexte qui la nourrit culturellement et qui abreuve les musiciens, non seulement d'un cadre en accord avec cette musique, mais aussi d'éléments culturels qui orientent la pratique musicale.
WEBDOCUMENTAL
Authors: Pimentel Guimarães Lardyanne , Valente António Costa
Published: November 2023

La tecnología digital en red integra las prácticas culturales de la sociedad del siglo XXI, el funcionamiento de los estados, la política y la forma en que nos relacionamos con el mundo. “Internet es el tejido de nuestras vidas. Podría compararse tanto con una red eléctrica como con un motor eléctrico, en su capacidad de distribuir el poder de la información en todo el ámbito de la actividad humana” (Castells, 2003). La producción audiovisual no es ajena a esta tecnología digital online, al contrario, a través de ella absorbe elementos estéticos interactivos y da lugar a otros formatos narrativos. El espacio de la narrativa moderna es reemplazado por una narrativa continua e ininterrumpida, los límites entre autor y audiencia se reconfiguran en nuevas dimensiones interactivas. El objetivo de este artículo es analizar el documental interactivo como un género audiovisual que emerge en una cultura digital, híbrida y fluida. Documentales interactivos, I-docs, webdoc, factuales interactivos, documental ampliado, documental transmedia son algunos de los nombres que se utilizan para referirse a este nuevo género audiovisual que mezcla características de Internet y del género documental. A partir de una investigación bibliográfica sobre la naturaleza de este género interactivo y de proyectos documentales web, repasamos sus principales características y su desarrollo actual.
PLURILINGÜISMO
Authors: Chakkor Taoufik , Charia Zacaria , Abdelfattah Lahiala
Published: November 2023

La identidad se exterioriza en una variedad de formas y está estrechamente relacionada con el lenguaje. Cuya relación se caracteriza por su carácter problemático cuando se suma al plurilingüismo que encontramos arraigado tanto en los individuos como en las sociedades, y que influye, especialmente, en la apertura de nuevos horizontes cognitivos, además de la construcción de una armonía social, ante la terrible globalización que impera en el mundo de un extremo al otro. Esto puede concretarse a través del impacto del fenómeno de la globalización a la luz del conflicto de valores y referencias sobre identidades y especificidades culturales. Otro dato importante es el Covid19, la pandemia que ha dado lugar a una crisis cultural e identitaria global en la que se han perdido muchos patrones de la vida cotidiana. Y aquí aparece la racionalización del campo lingüístico, especialmente durante y después de la pandemia. Es un requisito para lograr el desarrollo y el progreso, partiendo del hecho de que la lengua constituye la identidad de toda sociedad, y porque expresa su cultura, pensamiento, historia y esperanzas, y cualquier confusión en su uso social crea un caos lingüístico y cultural que afecta negativamente la identidad del individuo y de la sociedad. El lenguaje aquí no es solo palabras, sino que se refiere al pensamiento. Además, la identidad a la luz de los conflictos ideológicos y religiosos ya no se limita a un problema ontológico en el que la persona cuestiona los fines últimos de la existencia y sus causas, sino que se considera una referencia al significado que se forma el individuo a través de la sociedad, adiciones y acumulaciones socio-históricas. Sin embargo, a pesar de los frecuentes exhortaciones, al uso de la lengua materna y su mejor gestión de manera consecuente con lo estipulado en la constitución, se advierte que los medios de comunicación, los discursos oficiales y otros no prestaron una atención clara a esto, provocando así un completo caos lingüístico, y perpetuando la dependencia mediática del exterior, y todo ello incide negativamente en la identidad nacional. Una mezcla lingüística provocadora en todos los sentidos; entonces ¿con qué desarrollo podemos soñar a la luz del descuido lingüístico? En este marco, esta investigación intentará responder al siguiente problema crucial: ¿Cómo reconciliar la espada de nuevos horizontes cognitivos y la pared de la alienación? Teniendo en cuenta la porosidad del concepto de identidad y su multiplicidad de manifestaciones como concepto vivo en el marco de la formación a través de la evolución que propicia el diálogo y el conflicto de identidades en el marco de sus múltiples contextos.
The surface treatment methods of titanic bipolar plates of air-hydrogen fuel cells
Authors:   Institute of new Power Problems of OIVT RAS, Vlaskin M. S. , Shkol'nikov E. I. ,   Joint Institute of high Temperatures of RAS (OIVT RAS), Kiseleva E. A. ,   Institute of new Power Problems of OIVT RAS, Chinenov A. A. ,   JSC Rimos, Kharitonov V. P. ,   JSC Rimos
Published: November 2023

The Work is devoted to the research of influence of superficial processings of bipolar plates (BP) on specific electric characteristics of fuel ce)(s (FC). Researches were conducted on plates on the basis of the titan. Two methods of processing BP are considered: electrochemical gilding and ionic implantation of carbon. In work short descriptions of the resulted technologies, and also a technique and results of experiments are presented. In work it is shown that as gilding, and ionic implantation carbon titanic BP electric characteristics FC improve. Relative reduction of ohmic resistance FC in comparison with "pure" titanic plates have constituted 1,8 for electrochemical gilding and 1,4 for ionic implantation.
New lead-acid battery for submersible vehicles
Authors:   Scientific and Technological Center of JSC Elektrotyaga, Kamenev Y. B. , Lushina M. V. ,   Scientific and Technological Center of JSC Elektrotyaga, Yakovlev V. A. ,   Scientific and Technological Center of JSC Elektrotyaga, Leonov V. N. ,   Scientific and Technological Center of JSC Elektrotyaga
Published: November 2023

In this paper a new design of a container is detailed for sealed lead-acid battery operating overboard of a submersible vehicle in conditions of increased ambient pressure. Such a container is both a battery jar and a pressure compensator. It has been shown that a mandatory requirement for such container use is an application of a gelled-electrolyte. Authors have offered a two-stage technology of filling of accumulators without using vacuum pumping.
The lithium-manganese spinels: the methods of enhancement of their stability and power intensity
Authors:   Saratov State University, Sycheva V. O. , Churikov A. V. ,   Saratov State University
Published: November 2023

The methods of increasing performances of cathode materials based on lithium-manganese spinel are discussed in this review. Next questions are examined: the reasons of LiMn2O4 degradation and the basic variants of problem solving including the doping of spinel matrix by metal cations; the substitution of oxygen in system Li–Mn–O by another anions; the creation of protective shell on the surface of particles; the preparation of different composites. The possibility of working substitution's spinel matrixes in 5 V domain are demonstrated. The synthetic methods of stable and power-consuming lithium-manganese spinel are examined.
The optimisation of initial secondary structure of metal hydride electrode based on granulometric composition of components of electrode's active weight
Authors:   Saratov State University, Stepanov A. N. , Savina E. E. ,   JSC NIIHIT Experimental Plant, Eliseev K. V. ,   Saratov State University, Zaev A. A. ,   Saratov State University, Kazarinov I. A. ,   Saratov State University, Reshetov V. A. ,   Saratov State University
Published: November 2023

A comparative study of electrochemical characteristics of alloy compositions hydrogensorbing type AB5 – Nickel (as an activator, a conductive additive), depending on the size distribution of the components have been done. Results have determined that for simplification activation and increases of discharge capacity Metal-hydride an electrode the composition consisting of a powder hydrogensorbing of an alloy with the sizes of particles from 50 to 100 micrometers and the electroconductive additive with diameter of particles less 0,5 micrometers is optimum.
Interacción entre conocimientos tradicionales y patentes
Authors: Acosta Diego
Published: November 2023

La adecuada protección de los conocimientos tradicionales desarrollados por comunidades indígenas y locales enfrenta retos por la complejidad de definir tanto el objeto de protección como el sujeto beneficiario. En este caso, una definición general favorece una acción mancomunada de las partes interesadas. Sin embargo, no deben dejarse de lado especificidades que revisten ciertos saberes y detentores de estos, que también ameritan ser tutelados. Desde el ámbito de las patentes de propiedad intelectual, es plausible que sirvan de protección en favor de los detentores de conocimientos tradicionales. Para optimizar esta modalidad de amparo sería conveniente auscultar la posibilidad de flexibilizar los estándares para el otorgamiento de patentes. Así mismo, para impedir la apropiación indebida por medio de patentes sería interesante llegar a un mayor consenso en torno al concepto de divulgación pública tanto como factor que diluye la novedad de la invención, como obligación que recae en cabeza del solicitante de patente.
Mecanismos actuales y futuros para solicitar la declaratoria de notoriedad de un signo distintivo en la Comunidad Andina de Naciones
Authors: Villa Araque María Carolina
Published: November 2023

El objetivo principal de este estudio es analizar los mecanismos actuales y futuros para solicitar la declaratoria de notoriedad de un signo distintivo. En el primer capítulo se realizará una sinopsis del concepto de notoriedad marcaria, sus antecedentes normativos (Convenio de París, ADPIC, Decisión 486 de 2000) y un análisis de los mecanismos a través de los cuales se puede solicitar la notoriedad de una marca en los países miembros de la Comunidad Andina de Naciones (CAN). Dejando claro el concepto y vías a través de las cuales se puede solicitar la notoriedad en la CAN, en el segundo capítulo se analizarán los procesos de declaratoria de notoriedad marcaria en países como México y Costa Rica. Posteriormente, en el tercer capítulo se analizará la posibilidad, ventajas y desventajas de solicitar la declaración de notoriedad de una marca a través de un trámite independiente. Por último, se presentan las conclusiones en cuanto a la notoriedad marcaria y una propuesta específica relacionada con la viabilidad o no y si valdría la pena a futuro invertir esfuerzos en la creación de un trámite independiente de declaratoria de notoriedad de la Comunidad Andina, ya sea desde el ámbito administrativo o judicial.
Preservice Coach Education Students’ Rankings of Coach Characteristics: A Longitudinal Study
Authors: Stewart Craig , Tarabochia Christopher , Casanovas Jasmine
Published: November 2023

Preservice coach education students (PCES) can provide valid insight into the most important coaching characteristics of the successful coach. Over the course of 21 academic semesters from 2002 to 2020, 1,464 PCES responded to a coaching characteristics survey while enrolled in a coach education course (CEC) at a university in the northern Rocky Mountain region of the United States. The PCES completed a survey that required the forced ranking of 10 coaching characteristics. The students’ responses were compiled and analyzed for the categorization of the most important coaching characteristics. This study was to provide the opportunity for PCES to rank preferred coach characteristics, to determine whether significant differences existed between the coach characteristic rankings, and to establish if gender differences were present in the ranking of coach characteristics. Conclusions and recommendations are offered to contribute to the advancement of coach education and insight into the most valued coaching characteristics as determined by the PCES.
Effect of Different Post-harvest Treatments on Shelf Life and Quality of Sweet Orange (Citrus sinensis Osbeck.) Fruit#
Authors: Virkar A.M. , Garande V.K.
Published: November 2023

Background: Several post-harvest treatments are used for extension of storage life of sweet orange fruits. The present investigation was carried out at Department of Horticulture, MPKV, Rahuri, during 2019-20 and 2020-21 in order to study the effect of different packaging materials and storage conditions on quality and shelf life of fresh fruit of sweet orange cv. Phule Mosambi. Methods: The experiment consists of six types of packaging materials viz., P1- Plyethylene bags (150 gauge), P2- PE paper coating bags, P3- LDPE (200 gauge), P4- Cotton bags, P5- Aluminum foil bags, P6- Nano silver-based bags and untreated control under two storage conditions viz., S1- Room temperature (RT) and S2- Cold storage (CS, 12±2°C and 90% RH) in Factorial Completely Randomized Design (FCRD) with three replications. Result: The data revealed that, the sweet orange fruits packed in nano silver-based bags and stored at cold storage i.e. P6S2 recorded significantly lowest PLW (7.81%) and spoilage (4.18%) with highest firmness (10.87 N), juice content (46.59%) and overall acceptability (8.73) at the end of storage life of 60 days.
Association of Agronomic, Physiological Traits and Biomass of a Diverse Set of Sugarcane Genotypes under Varied Early Season Droughts
Authors: Khwanthaworn Pornthiwa , Songsri Patcharin , Jongrungklang Nakorn
Published: November 2023

Background: Recently, multipurpose and biomass canes have become important in breeding. However, biomass sampling is limited in early generation selection. The surrogate traits that represent biomass performance need to be established, especially using non-destructive sampling. Therefore, the objective of this study was to determine the correlation between agronomic and physiological traits and the biomass of a diverse set of sugarcane genotypes under different drought durations. Methods: The experiment was conducted under field conditions and arranged in a split plot in a randomized complete block design with four replications. The main plot was represented by three drought durations: no water stress, short-term drought and long-term drought and the subplot consisted of six sugarcane genotypes. Samples were collected at 3, 6, 8 and 12 months after transplanting to determine biomass and nondestructive agronomic and physiological traits. A simple correlation was used to determine the relationship between biomass and physiological and agronomic traits. Result: In both field capacity and long drought conditions, 3 months after transplanting, there was a positive correlation between canopy height and biomass and between green leaf number and biomass. The non-destructive leaf area index was a trait that contributed to biomass at 6 months after transplanting under non-water stress conditions. At 8 months after transplanting, a positive relationship between canopy height and biomass was found under short drought and long drought conditions and green leaf number was also related to biomass under field capacity conditions. Biomass at the harvesting stage contributed to canopy width in sugarcane under field capacity conditions. Non-destructive traits in this experiment, such as canopy height and green leaf number, could be used as indirect measurements to reflect the biomass performance under field capacity and long drought conditions at the tillering and physiological maturity phases. For the elongation phase, the non-destructive leaf area index was an altered characteristic that indirectly determined biomass. This information will be useful as an alternative measurement to indicate biomass in the breeding program for drought resistance at the early growth stage.
The involvement of non-state actors in international relations: pros and cons for development processes in countries of the global south
Authors: Nobi Md. Nur , Ali Md. Mokshud , Hossain Sanjida
Published: November 2023

This paper examines the involvement of non-state actors from the global north in relations with countries in the global south from a development perspective. Utilizing a SWOT analysis framework, the study analyzes the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats associated with their engagement. The findings highlight the potential benefits of their access to resources, expertise, and advocacy, as well as the challenges related to power imbalances, accountability, and cultural dynamics. The study contributes to the existing literature by providing a comprehensive analysis of the implications of non-state actor involvement in global south development, addressing gaps in knowledge, and offering insights for policy and practice in international development.
Masculinidades y Territorio Escolar en una Institución Educativa Rural de Boyacá, Colombia
Authors: Barbosa Jose , Solís Daniel
Published: November 2023

Este artículo presenta hallazgos de una investigación cualitativa, que analizó la construcción de masculinidades de estudiantes varones y la capitalización del territorio escolar en una institución educativa rural localizada en la provincia Ricaurte de Boyacá, Colombia. El proceso investigativo siguió un método etnosociológico y generó información desde la observación participante y el desarrollo de entrevistas con miembros de la comunidad educativa. Los datos generados se incorporaron a discusiones y comprensiones sobre la demarcación y ocupación del territorio escolar por estudiantes varones. Como resultado, se indica que en la dinámica cotidiana escolar se organiza un modelo de masculinidad hegemónica a través del juego, que impone a los estudiantes varones prácticas y controles de orden jerárquico. La performatividad masculina escolar se manifiesta al demarcar una territorialidad que simboliza la dominación masculina. Se concluyó que, en la institución educativa estudiada, se entrelazan el orden educativo y de género, dando lugar a masculinidades múltiples, heterogéneas y en prueba constante que se vinculan para ejercer dominación sobre los territorios en la escuela.
Reading Comprehension on Smartphones, A Comparison with Computers
Authors: Cotton Andres , Benedetti Pedro , Abusamra Valeria
Published: November 2023

This study aims to compare the effects of smartphones and computers on reading comprehension of both narrative and expository texts among adults of differentages and educational levels. To do so, a reading task followed by multiple-choice questions was designed, and 2391 volunteers participated; their educational levels,ages, and reading devices were recorded. Of these, 1510 worked with narrative text and 881 with expository text. Our analyses included descriptive statistics, Mann-Whitney U, Kruskal-Wallis tests, and simple and multiple regressions. Results indicate that while smartphones yield disadvantages with expository texts —especially among younger groups, from whom better performance on smartphones is generally expected— such disadvantages are not observed with narrative texts. Furthermore, educational level showed a significant effect under all reading conditions. In line with existing research, our results reveal a significant disadvantage associated with reading expository texts on smartphones; accordingly, we recommend employing alternative reading media whenever feasible.
Da memória à pretura
Authors: Pereira de Castro Filho Francival , Silva Maria Betânia e
Published: November 2023

O texto investiga memórias de formação em Artes Visuais e aborda caminhos de enraizamento do pensamento, a elucidação de problemáticas pessoais e coletivas, além da materialização artística. Discute questões vinculadas à compreensão histórica, sócio estrutural racista que permeia a sociedade. Foram produzidas obras de arte em consonância à negritude, decolonialidade e memória. Em diálogo com Djamila Ribeiro, Achille Mbembe, Aimé Césaire, Frantz Fanon, Abdias do Nascimento, Lélia Gonzalez e Ecléa Bosi, a pesquisa mostra a importância do registro contínuo sobre o próprio processo criador, reflexivo, artístico, teórico de desenvolvimento da própria formação no campo das artes.
Direct Health Education Effect on Mandangin Island Public’s Knowledge of The Most Common Diseases in Children
Authors: Athiyyah Alpha Fardah , Ranuh Reza Gunadi , Darma Andy , Puspitasari Dwiyanti , Sumitro Khadijah Rizky , Faizi Muhammad , Sudarmo Subijanto Marto
Published: November 2023

Pneumonia, diarrhea, and other infectious diseases are some of the most common diseases found in children. Although preventable, the morbidity and mortality rate in children caused by these common diseases are relatively high, and the poor regions are disproportionally affected. Comprehensive health education for adults and parents can effectively prevent these common diseases, especially in remote areas. This study aimed to determine the effect of health education as community development program from the Gastroenterology Division of the Department of Child Health Faculty of Medicine Universitas Airlangga on Mandangin Island public’s knowledge about the most common diseases in children. This cross-sectional study was conducted on 61 subjects from Mandangin Island on 4th October 2022. The subjects were assessed on their characteristics and given a pre- and post-health education questionnaire to evaluate their knowledge. The questionnaire was composed of five questions with a minimum score of 0 and a maximum of 100. Results from the pre- and post-test questionnaires were compared using the Paired T-Test method and processed with SPSS; p <0.05 was considered significant. There was a significant increase in public knowledge about the most common diseases in children with a p-value of 0.002 (64.26±31.44; 76.9±22.63). These findings support the importance of health education in the public’s knowledge of the most common diseases in children.