bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Improving University Students' Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills: How Problem-Based Learning Works during COVID-19 Pandemic?
Authors: Kah Choon Low  , Siti Syuhadah Mohamad  , Say Lee Chong  , Muhammad Azwan Abd Rahman  , Eko Priyo Purnomo  , Ardi Gunsuh
Published: January 2024

With the COVID-19 pandemic spreading all around the world, higher learning institutions were forced to shut down or limit the people in contact to control the spread of diseases. Under this circumstance, remote learning that emphasized learning via online setting was embraced in higher education to replace the physical classroom during the pandemic time. This study designed a single Problem-Based Learning (PBL) module using remote learning to examine the students' experience in PBL, and to what extent the PBL module helps students improve their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The remote learning PBL module was conducted using the reflection method to assess the students' experiences in PBL learning. On the other hand, a set of survey questionnaires was distributed to 34 undergraduate students to gather the responses for the assessment of critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This study employed both quantitative and qualitative analysis to investigate the students’ critical thinking, problem-solving skills and their experience in remote learning PBL. Using paired sample t-test to test the difference between pre- and post- remote learning PBL class, results indicated that there was a significant improvement in students’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills after remote learning PBL class. On the other hand, thematic analysis of students’ feedback on remote learning PBL class- first, second, and third meetings, indicated that students gradually improved their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Although students implied positive feedback on the class, however, some of them were facing difficulties in understanding the module or physical disruptions that distracted their learning. The findings gave insights for the lecturers to design a suitable learning course during the pandemic time. Moreover, the findings highlighted challenges that gave insights for the lecturers to look at the students’ feedback from time to time to improve the learning mechanisms and to create a better learning environment.
Determining Significant Factors for Selection of Private Higher Education Institutions in Malaysia using Binary Logistic Regression
Authors: Wan Roslina Wan Othman  , Syahrul Fahmy Abdul Wahab  , Nurul Haslinda Ngah  , Izzah Inani Abdul Halim  , Sharifah Sakinah Syed Abd. Mutalib
Published: January 2024

This study aims to statistically identify significant factors that influence IPTS selection in Malaysia using binary logistic regression. There are three phases in this study namely Identification of Variables, Distribution of Questionnaire and Analysis of Results. The variables used in the questionnaire were adapted from the past study of the authors. Nine factors in the selection of HEIs were identified and adapted in this study. Questionnaire was selected as the research tool and electronically distributed to the students of seven IPTS throughout Terengganu with a total response of 305. Results were loaded into SPSS for statistical analysis using descriptive, exploratory, normality, correlation, reliability, and binary logistic regression. The results reveal three significant factors in the selection of IPTS namely Cost, Social Factors and Job Prospects. Although accuracy is high, the model is not suitable for prediction since the variation is less than 70%. Findings for this study could support IPTS marketing strategies and better understanding of IPTS selection criteria in Malaysia.
DIRECTIONS FOR INCREASING OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY OF ENTERPRISES
Authors: Bondarenko T. N.
Published: January 2024

This article discusses the main directions for increasing operational efficiency based on the lean manufacturing methodology and the theory of constraints.
VETERINARY CONTROL: PROBLEMS OF INTERACTION BETWEEN CUSTOMS
AUTHORITIES AND ROSSELKHOZNADZOR AUTHORITIES
Authors: Zamulin D. V. , Золотова Я. В.
Published: January 2024

Veterinary control is an activity of specialized state authorities, which is aimed at preventing the import of products that do not meet established veterinary and sanitary requirements. The article discusses issues of veterinary control, interaction between Rosselkhoznadzor and customs authorities. The work identifies problems in the implementation of veterinary control: the lack of a unified legislative framework, a lengthy mechanism for confirming veterinary certification, repeated work by government agencies at the border, difficulties in maintaining electronic veterinary certification.
CURRENT ISSUES OF THE ORGANIZATION STAFF SECURITY
Authors: Korobkova O. K. , Matsuev S. A.
Published: January 2024

The scientific article is devoted to the study of topical issues of employee safety in organizations. Within the framework of the research topic, the concepts of "personnel security", "shadow employment", "staff turnover" are considered. In the course of the research, a generalized classification of personnel security is proposed.
PROBLEMS AND MECHANISMS OF FORMING THE VALUES OF CIVIL
CONSCIOUSNESS AND PATRIOTISM IN YOUTH IN THE KHABAROVSK REGION
Authors: Sidorenko O. V. , Troyan A. A.
Published: January 2024

The mechanism of state policy for the formation of values of citizenship and patriotism among young people in the Khabarovsk Territory is presented: goals, objectives, subjects, and means of implementation. It has been established that in the Khabarovsk Territory the number of patriotic associations, the number of participants in patriotic associations, and the number of events aimed at the patriotic education of youth are increasing. Problems have been identified, the solution of which will improve the effectiveness of patriotic education of youth in the Khabarovsk Territory.
RESEARCH OF THE CONCEPT OF ECONOMIC SECURITY OF AN ENTERPRISE
Authors: Soldatkina O. A. , Kalinina E. S.
Published: January 2024

The article explores various approaches to the concept of economic security of an enterprise. The issues under consideration are relevant in modern conditions in connection with the transition to a democratic model of the global economy. The transformation of the world order is an objective process that affects not only states, but also individual enterprises. The identification and prevention of external and internal threats to the economic security of an enterprise is of paramount importance.
FORCED TERMINATION OF THE RIGHT OF COMMON SHARE PROPERTY
Authors: Kornilova N. V.
Published: January 2024

The article discusses the grounds for termination of the right of common shared ownership. The author characterizes individual grounds for termination of the right of common shared ownership, explores the experience of other countries in regulating the relations under study.
HISTORY OF THE ESTABLISHMENT AND ABOLITION OF CONSTITUTIONAL
(STATUTORY) COURTS OF THE CONSTITUENT ENTITIES
OF THE RUSSIAN FEDERATION
Authors: Yakunin D. V. , Volkova A. P.
Published: January 2024

The article examines the history of the creation and liquidation of constitutional (statutory) courts of the constituent entities of the Russian Federation, the reasons for the abolition of this institution, as well as the problems of this process.
THE LANGUAGE OF MODERN EDUCATION MANAGEMENT
AS A MIRROR OF SOCIO-ECONOMIC PROCESSES
Authors: Pak S. М.
Published: January 2024

The article considers modern tendencies of the education management language from the viewpoint of influence of socio-economic processes in the country. Theoretical basis of the research is comprised of the theory of functional stylistics, in particular, such variant of official style as administrative sociolect as well as the theory of linguo-synergetics exploring the language as a self-developing system which undergoes ‘points of bifurcation’. The author stems from the presumption that the more significant are social, political, and economic reforms, the more considerable become the language changes. Such breaking point which conditioned changes in pedagogical discourse became innovations in socio-economic, and political mechanisms of market age. Analysis of the documents related to the programs of education development in the Russian Federation enabled the author to single out such stable tendencies as activization of business-related lexical units in other spheres including education management, anglicization of Russian, colloquialization, and forming all-nation slang.
FONTS AND WRITING STYLES OF GRAPHIC ELEMENTS OF JAPANESE IDOGRAPHIC WRITING, SELECTED BY STUDENTS AND SCHOOLCHILDREN
Authors: Strelnikov I. A.
Published: January 2024

The article presents the results of a scientific study using a questionnaire in the Google form system, in order to identify selected (preferred) types of fonts and writing styles of graphic forms of the Japanese language, used in the process of teaching Japanese ideographic writing. The online survey “The influence of styles, types and forms of the ideographic sign of the Japanese language on cognitive perception” was conducted in two groups of interviewees: 1 group of schoolchildren aged 14 - 17 years old in a general education institution, 26 people; Group 2 university students 18 – 23 years old, 74 people. The results of the study showed the preferred attitude of students to the kyokashotai font in 82.8% of the respondents for writing hieroglyphs in the statutory style, 78.6% of the surveyed students chose the kyokashotai font for writing Hiragana and Katakana alphabet characters. When comparing the signs of the Hiragana alphabet and the signs of the Katakana alphabet written in different styles and fonts, schoolchildren chose kyokashotai as the most preferred font for calligraphic writing (68.6%). The calligraphy style chosen for teaching ideographic writing of the Japanese language in two groups of respondents is the authorized kaishotai style (80%). When developing and publishing textbooks and textbooks using Japanese fonts and writing styles of ideographic signs, it is nec-essary to take into account the preferred cognitive perception of Russian-speaking students, their choice mainly of the kyokashotai font in the statutory style, on average 76.6%.
USE OF AUTHENTIC SONG MATERIAL
IN CLASSES OF GERMAN AS A SECOND FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Authors: Dezhina Т. P.
Published: January 2024

In this article authentic song material is considered as one of the effective means of teaching a foreign language. It describes the methodology of using German-language songs in the process of teaching German at the initial stage (A1-A2) in higher education. The criteria of song material selection are considered. As an example, only some types of tasks that can be applied in work with German-language song material are given.
A General Dixmier Trace Formula for the Density of States on Open Manifolds
Authors:   University of New South Wales, Australia, Hekkelman Eva-Maria , Mcdonald Edward ,   Penn State University, USA
Published: January 2024

We give an abstract formulation of the Dixmier trace formula for the density of states. This recovers prior versions and allows us to provide a Dixmier trace formula for the density of states of second order elliptic differential operators on manifolds of bounded geometry satisfying a certain geometric condition. This formula gives a new perspective on Roe's index on open manifolds.
ENHANCING LEARNERS’ AWARENESS OF PRESENTATION LITERACY TO STIMULATE INTERACTIVE AND CREATIVE LEARNING IN TERTIARY EDUCATION
Authors: Baranovska-Vasiljeva Ivona
Published: January 2024

Learning methods play a significant role and receive more and more attention in this digital era where everyone wants something exciting, dynamic, effective, and interactive. This paper argues that one of the essential tasks of the current communication age and of a modern-day teacher is the enhancement of presentation literacy through the encouragement and development of students’ creative, communicative, and interactive skills. The article provides some of the reasons why present-day teaching should lay account on a new type learner, i.e. a net gener, and his needs as well as his expectations in the learning environment in the 21st century. The skill of effective public speaking or the practice of the commonly called presentations is brought into focus alongside. The study employed a survey on the usefulness and effectiveness of the presentation assignment which integrated TED Talks and topic-related creative activities. The research involved the students of Creative Industries study program at Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Lithuania. As a result, a more creative and interactive learning method of delivering presentations and becoming more self-confident speakers proved to be beneficial among students. Their reflections revealed their attitude towards the effectiveness of the activity and offered insights into the learning process on how to help teachers cater to changing students’ needs. The implications of this article are relevant to all stakeholders in higher education.
Star Formation at the Epoch of Reionization with CANUCS: The Ages of Stellar Populations in MACS1149-JD1
Authors: Bradač Maruša , Strait Victoria , Mowla Lamiya , Iyer Kartheik G. , Noirot Gaël , Willott Chris , Brammer Gabe , Abraham Roberto , Asada Yoshihisa , Desprez Guillaume , Estrada-Carpenter Vince , Harshan Anishya , Martis Nicholas S. , Matharu Jasleen , Muzzin Adam , Rihtaršič Gregor , Sarrouh Ghassan T. E. , Sawicki Marcin
Published: January 2024

We present measurements of stellar populations properties of a z = 9.1 gravitationally lensed galaxy MACS1149-JD1 using deep James Webb Space Telescope NIRISS slitless spectroscopy as well as NIRISS and NIRCam imaging from the CAnadian NIRISS Unbiased Cluster Survey (CANUCS). The galaxy is split into four components. Three magnified (μ ∼ 11) star-forming components are unresolved, giving intrinsic sizes of <25 pc. In addition, the underlying extended component contains the bulk of the stellar mass, formed the majority of its stars ∼50 Myr earlier than the other three components, and is not the site of the most active star formation currently. The NIRISS and NIRCam resolved photometry does not confirm a strong Balmer break previously seen in Spitzer. The NIRISS grism spectrum has been extracted for the entire galaxy and shows a clear continuum and Lyman break, with no Lyα detected.
Inocellia (Amurinocellia) calida (Raphidioptera, Inocelliidae) was first observed as a predator of Monochamus saltuarius (Coleoptera, Cerambycidae) in China, the vector of Bursaphelenchus xylophilus (Aphelenchida, Aphelenchoididae)
Authors: Yu Miao , Wang Jue , Yan Wenfeng , Kuang Shiyu , Zheng Yanan
Published: January 2024

Monochamus saltuarius Gebler (Coleoptera, Cerambycidae) serves as the primary carrier of Bursaphelenchus xylophilus (Steiner & Buhrer) (Aphelenchida, Aphelenchoididae) in the middle-temperate zone of China. Pine wilt disease caused by B. xylophilus leads to serious losses to pine forestry around the world. It is necessary to study the biological control of M. saltuarius to effectively prevent the further spread of B. xylophilus. To explore the insect resources that act as natural enemies of M. saltuarius, investigations were conducted on natural enemy insects by splitting Pinus koraiensis Siebold & Zucc (Pinales, Pinaceae) damaged by M. saltuarius and dissecting their trunks in Yingpan Village, Fushun County, Fushun City, Liaoning Province, China, in 2023. A larva of Inocellia (Amurinocellia) calida (H. Aspöck & U. Aspöck) (Raphidioptera, Inocelliidae) was discovered in the trunk of an infested P. koraiensis. Additionally, the feeding habits of I. calida were preliminarily examined under indoor conditions and a description of its morphological characteristics was provided. When placed in an indoor environment, the I. calida larva began pupating after a period of 21 days, during which time it consumed and attacked a total of 23 M. saltuarius larvae. Ultimately, after a pupal period of ten days, the I. calida larva emerged successfully as an adult. This discovery marks the first recorded presence of I. calida in Liaoning Province and the first documentation of I. calida in China, serving as a natural predatory enemy of M. saltuarius.
Sentiment analysis to support business decision-making. A bibliometric study
Authors: Aguilar-Moreno J. A. , Palos-Sanchez P. R. , Pozo-Barajas R.
Published: January 2024

Customer feedback on online platforms is an unstructured database of growing importance for organizations, which, together with the rise of Natural Language Processing algorithms, is increasingly present when making decisions. In this paper, a bibliometric analysis is carried out with the intention of understanding the prevailing state of research about the adoption of sentiment analysis methods in organizations when making decisions. It is also a goal to comprehend which business sectors, and areas within the company, they are most applied, and to identify what future challenges that in this area may arise, as well as the main topics, authors, articles, countries, and universities most influential in the scientific literature. To this end, a total of 101 articles have been gathered from the Scopus and Clarivate Analytics Web of Science (WoS) databases, of which 85 were selected for analysis using the Bibliometrix tool. This study highlights the growing popularity of sentiment analysis methods combined with Multicriteria Decision Making and predictive algorithms. Twitter and Amazon are commonly used data sources, with applications across multiple sectors (supply chain, financial, etc.). Sentiment analysis enhances decision-making and promotes customer-centric approaches.
Hepatitis B time series in Xinjiang, China (2006–2021): change point detection based on the Mann-Kendall-Sneyers test
Authors: Yang Liping , Xie Na , Yao Yanru , Wang Chunxia , Tian Maozai , Wang Kai
Published: January 2024

Hepatitis B is a major global challenge, but there is a lack of epidemiological research on hepatitis B incidence from a change point perspective. This study aimed to fill this gap by identifying significant change points and trends in hepatitis time series in Xinjiang, China. The datasets were obtained from the Xinjiang Information System for Disease Control and Prevention. The Mann-Kendall-Sneyers (MKS) test was used to detect change points and trend changes on the hepatitis B time series of 14 regions in Xinjiang, and the effectiveness of this method was validated by comparing it with the binary segmentation (BS) and segment regression (SR) methods. Based on the results of change point analysis, the prevention and control policies and measures of hepatitis in Xinjiang were discussed. The results showed that 8 regions (57.1%) with at least one change fell within the 95% confidence interval (CI) in all 14 regions by the MKS test, where five regions (Turpan (TP), Hami (HM), Bayingolin (BG), Kyzylsu Kirgiz (KK), Altai (AT)) were identified at one change point, two change points existed for two regions (Aksu (AK), Hotan (HT)) and three change points was detected in 1 region (Bortala (BT)). Most of the change points occurred at both ends of the sequence. More change points indicated an upward trend in the front half of the sequence, while in the latter half, many change points indicated a downward trend prominently. Finally, in comparing the results of the three change point tests, the MKS test showed a 61.5% agreement (8/13) with the BS and SR.
Trends in Research on Patients With COVID-19 in Korean Medical Journals
Authors: Choi Heejeong , Song Seunggwan , Ahn Heesang , Yang Hyobean , Lim Hyeonseong , Park Yohan , Kim Juhyun , Yong Hongju , Yoon Minseok , Han Mi Ah
Published: January 2024

Objectives: This study was conducted to systematically summarize trends in research concerning patients with coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) as reported in Korean medical journals.Methods: We performed a literature search of KoreaMed from January 2020 to September 2022. We included only primary studies of patients with COVID-19. Two reviewers screened titles and abstracts, then performed full-text screening, both independently and in duplicate. We first identified the 5 journals with the greatest numbers of eligible publications, then extracted data pertaining to the general characteristics, study population attributes, and research features of papers published in these journals.Results: Our analysis encompassed 142 primary studies. Of these, approximately 41.0% reported a funding source, while 3.5% disclosed a conflict of interest. In 2020, 42.9% of studies included fewer than 10 participants; however, by 2022, the proportion of studies with over 200 participants had increased to 40.6%. The most common design was the cohort study (48.6%), followed by case reports/series (35.2%). Only 3 randomized controlled trials were identified. Studies most frequently focused on prognosis (58.5%), followed by therapy/intervention (20.4%). Regarding the type of intervention/exposure, therapeutic clinical interventions comprised 26.1%, while studies of morbidity accounted for 13.4%. As for the outcomes measured, 50.7% of studies assessed symptoms/clinical status/improvement, and 14.1% evaluated mortality.Conclusions: Employing a systematic approach, we examined the characteristics of research involving patients with COVID-19 that was published in Korean medical journals from 2020 onward. Subsequent research should assess not only publication trends over a longer timeframe but also the quality of evidence provided.
Soigner les malades au xve siècle. L’exemple de la fouille de l’hôtel-Dieu de Valenciennes (Nord)
Authors: Delassus David , Derreumaux Marie , Frere Dominique , Huin Marie , Poirier Hélène , Oueslati Tarek , Favero Coralie , Tixador Arnaud , Rageot Maxime , Barbier-Pain Delphine , Deltombe Matthieu , Korpiun Patrice , Laugero Martin , Saedlou Nima
Published: January 2024

Résumé : Le site de l’hôtel-Dieu de Valenciennes a été fouillé par le service archéologique municipal en 2016. Cette fouille constituait une opportunité unique de documenter l’état médiéval d’un hôpital fondé en 1430, jusque-là uniquement connu par des sources archivistiques et iconographiques. L’opération permit notamment la mise au jour de la partie occidentale du bâtiment principal. L’étude du bâti a révélé que la salle des malades et la chapelle n’occupaient pas à l’origine la totalité de cet édifice puisqu’un troisième espace, en partie excavé, était logé dans son tiers occidental. D’autres aménagements placés dans le même bâtiment (citerne, cave) témoignent de la volonté des concepteurs du projet de faciliter le travail des hospitalières et de concilier au mieux les exigences du sacré et du soin des corps. Le modèle proposé fut jugé efficient par les contemporains puisqu’il influence, quelques années plus tard, la construction du grand bâtiment sur rue des hospices de Beaune. Enfin, la fouille de deux ensembles clos nous renseigne sur l’environnement matériel des malades et du personnel ainsi que sur différents aspects du soin : alimentation, hygiène et remèdes. La découverte de deux aspersoirs en verre témoigne de l’influence du monde arabe sur la composition du matériel utilisé dans l’hôpital du xve siècle.
Movilidad urbana en zonas periféricas: una mirada comparada de tres distritos de Lima Metropolitana
Authors: Ponce César , Román García Danae , Chávez Arana Karina
Published: January 2024

Los estudios sobre movilidad cotidiana han analizado la producción de la ciudad y su relación con las condiciones y trayectos de movilidad. El presente artículo se inserta en esta discusión y plantea una mirada complementaria y comparada sobre las características del entorno urbano de tres distritos periféricos de Lima Metropolitana: Pachacútec (Callao), Independencia y Villa María del Triunfo. Las características geográficas, de infraestructura y seguridad de estos distritos configuran las prácticas y estrategias de movilidad que sus habitantes tienen para desarrollar sus actividades cotidianas. La comparación permite identificar tanto la especificidad de las condiciones de movilidad de cada distrito como las principales barreras de movilidad vinculadas al entorno que expresan las grandes desigualdades sociales en la ciudad.
Redefiniendo las distancias: el impacto de la línea del Metro en las prácticas de movilidad de los jóvenes de San Juan de Lurigancho, Lima
Authors: Huerta Gonzales Edith
Published: January 2024

Este artículo tiene como objetivo analizar el uso y la apropiación de una nueva infraestructura de transporte masivo, el Metro de Lima, dentro de las rutinas de movilidad de los jóvenes del distrito de San Juan de Lurigancho. Particularmente, se busca explorar los modos en que el Metro, inaugurado en el año 2014, impacta sobre las rutinas de movilidad de los jóvenes, así como su influencia en las representaciones de la ciudad. Los viajes desde este distrito se caracterizan por su gran complejidad y por problemas de accesibilidad de diferente índole, lo que requiere de la participación activa de los sujetos para decidir y actuar a partir de su conocimiento acerca del funcionamiento del sistema de transporte en la ciudad. Los resultados evidencian que el Metro de Lima redefine las dimensiones tiempo-distancia y la cercanía a bienes y servicios, generando mayor acceso a las dinámicas de la ciudad, a pesar de las malas de condiciones del viaje.
Movilidad cotidiana en tiempos de Covid-19: un análisis desde los arreglos intrafamiliares en Bogotá
Authors: Sáenz-Acosta Hernando , Robert Jérémy , Rodríguez Camero Daniela Isabel
Published: January 2024

Este artículo tiene como objetivo analizar las estrategias de movilidad diseñadas por los hogares en la ciudad de Bogotá durante la pandemia por Covid-19. A partir de treinta y seis crónicas familiares elaboradas por un grupo de estudiantes universitarios, se examina la relación entre la estructura y funcionamiento de los hogares y la construcción de un capital de movilidad durante el primer semestre del 2020, periodo marcado por las restricciones iniciales a la movilidad que fueron ejecutadas en la ciudad. Se evidencia que las respuestas de los hogares frente a las medidas de confinamiento no solo dependen de la situación y de decisiones individuales, sino que también se insertan dentro de arreglos colectivos. Estas decisiones oscilan entre la imposición de roles tradicionales muy marcados y acuerdos a través del diálogo en que estos roles se flexibilizan. Esta investigación es parte del Programa MODURAL, cuyo objetivo es analizar las prácticas de movilidad sostenible en Lima y Bogotá.
Les herbiers dans l’Ouest de la France (1850-1914) : des collections d’amateurs de sciences ?
Authors: Couëffé Louise
Published: January 2024

L’extension de la pratique de la botanique à partir du milieu du xixe siècle, la multiplicité de pratiques de constitution d’herbiers posent la question la valeur épistémique des herbiers, qui repose sur une orthopraxie commune aux collecteurs. Les motivations intellectuelles ou psychologiques des collecteurs, leur insertion dans différents réseaux les conduisent parfois à adopter d’autres pratiques, critiquées par les botanistes. L’herbier participe ainsi au positionnement de leurs auteurs en tant qu’amateurs de sciences.
Learning how to knap flint on the Aurignacian site of Bourg-Charente (Charente, France): cognitive interactions and societal implications
Authors: Connet Nelly , Bertran Pascal , Claud Émilie , Larmignat Blandine , Boitard Ève
Published: January 2024

Abstract. The Palaeolithic site of Bourg-Charente (Charente, France) is a multi-level site on a calcareous slope on the left bank of the Charente River (France). The Aurignacian level, which is the subject of this article, has been preserved over a surface of 1,000 m2 and includes 12 concentrations of flint artefacts representing as many knapping areas. According to the taphonomic and dynamic analyses (including refitting), seven of them can be considered contemporary and can be the subject of a palethnological analysis. Bones are not preserved, but the functional analysis carried out on the lithic remains makes it possible to identify specific activity areas with, on the one hand, cutting and butchering activities conducted in synchrony with flintknapping and, on the other, scraping activities requiring tools produced in advance. One of the concentrations of flint artefacts corresponds to a knapping learning area. Although distinct from the other activity areas while not far from them, the links between areas testify to interactions between learners and experienced tailors/tutor. The relationships observed between these groups enable us to propose that the main objective of these knapping exercises was the acquisition and control of the gestures required to obtain flakes.
Prehistoric frontier or frontier of prehistorians: what about litho-spaces during the Pleistocene-Holocene transition in central France?
Authors: Gibaud Alix , Delvigne Vincent , Langlais Mathieu , Bracco Jean-Pierre
Published: January 2024

Abstract. The aim of this paper is about discussing to the homogeneity and relationship of the Belloisian tradition with the more southern Laborian. In this regard, we choose central France, the reputed southern margin of Belloisian, to be the geographical framework of this study. It is punctuated by key sites belonging to the Pleistocene-Holocene transition: Muides-sur-Loire, Champ-Chalatras and Cuze de Sainte-Anastasie. What we are questioning in this article are the networks relationships between the Belloisian and the Laborian traditions through the study of lithic industry. This research area is on the fringes of the major dynamic’s university programs too and involves research traditions that differ regionally. We therefore also question the notion of “prehistoric” or “prehistorian” boundaries through a petro-techno-typological analysis of lithic series. In this case study, the techno-economic data shows a frequentation of common outcrops and economic management of the silicites for the three sites. This complex network of relationships between groups shows the porosity between the prehistorian designation. The identification of laborian “know-how” from silicites in the south of the Paris Basin and the circulation of large laminar supports corroborate this fact. So finally, these results lead us to propose the hypothesis of an interweaving of a Belloisian technical sub-system with a Laborian tradition, now well defined.
Pilgrimage Tourism
Authors: Srivastava Praveen , Shandilya Gautam
Published: January 2024

This manuscript investigates the opinions of travellers in pilgrimage tourism, focusing on the three phases of the pilgrimage journey: pre, in-transit, and post. The study explores the different kinds of needs that emerge in each phase and examines their impact on shaping travellers' opinions. The research methodology employed SmartPLS (partial least squares) analysis to evaluate the relationships between independent variables and travellers' opinions. Data was collected through an online questionnaire. The findings indicate that all three phases significantly influence travellers' opinions, with the in-transit phase emerging as the most influential. Additionally, the study highlights the importance of pre-visit factors in framing travellers' opinions. The results of the study contribute to theoretical knowledge by identifying influential components in pilgrimage tourism and their impact on travellers' opinions. From a managerial perspective, the findings provide insights for destination managers to enhance the quality of experiences in the three phases and address pre-visit factors.
Investigating Entrepreneurial Resilience in the Face of Challenges
Authors: Bhat Waseem Ahmad , Qureshi Reyaz Ahmad , Dada Zubair Ahmad
Published: January 2024

The current study investigates the opportunities, challenges, and prospects of entrepreneurship in pilgrimage tourism in Jammu and Kashmir. Pilgrimage tourism has emerged as a significant sector for economic development in the region, and entrepreneurship plays a crucial role in driving its growth. Through a mixed-methods approach, this study examines the current state of entrepreneurship in pilgrimage tourism in Jammu and Kashmir, identifies the key opportunities and challenges faced by entrepreneurs in the sector and explores the prospects for future development. The findings suggest that while there are ample opportunities for entrepreneurship in pilgrimage tourism in Jammu and Kashmir, stemming from a rich cultural heritage and natural beauty, entrepreneurs face several challenges, such as inadequate infrastructure, lack of financial support, and political instability.
Accountability Revolution in the Digital Asset Business
Authors: Srivastava Babita
Published: January 2024

Cryptocurrencies have experienced an unprecedented surge in popularity over the past few years. This surge can be attributed to a multitude of factors, including the unique characteristics and advantages that cryptocurrencies offer. The manuscript highlights the trans-formative nature of accountability within the digital asset business and the ongoing revolution surrounding it. It explores emerging trends and practices that shape the accountability mechanisms in the cryptocurrency market. By critically assessing cryptocurrencies, the manuscript provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities and risks in this evolving landscape. Through robust accountability mechanisms, the cryptocurrency market can address challenges such as volatility, investor protection, illicit activities, etc. By adopting an economist's perspective, it explores how cryptocurrencies function within the broader economic structure and the potential impact they have on traditional financial systems, monetary policy, and the overall economy.
Mechanism for the Systematic Generation of Functional Tests of Smart Contracts in Digital Publication Management Systems
Authors: Sanchez-Gomez Nicolas , Gutierrez Javier Jesús , Parrilla Enrique , García Julian Alberto García , de-Acuña Maria Dolores , Escalona Maria Jose
Published: January 2024

The application of state-of-the-art technologies in functional fields is complex and offers a significant challenge to user and expert teams as well as to technical teams. This chapter presents a mechanism that has been used in a project in the context of digital publications. Ensuring the traceability of digital publications (e-books and e-journals) is a critical aspect of the utmost importance for authors, publishers, and buyers. The SmartISBN project has used blockchain technology to define a protocol for the identification, tracking, and traceability of digital publications. As this was an innovative project that required communication between functional experts (authors, publishers, booksellers, etc.) and technical experts, it was necessary to identify protocols to facilitate communication. This chapter presents the protocol by which the functional tests have been defined and how this has favoured the validation of the project.
Reshaping Higher Education Institutions Within an Industry 4.0 Context
Authors: Simataa Given M. , Goosen Leila
Published: January 2024

The purpose of this chapter is to define e-learning in a higher education context (definition of e-learning (DE) criteria). Against the background of reshaping entrepreneurial education within an Industry 4.0 context, the chapter further explores existing literature on e-learning frameworks for developing countries (EFDC criteria), such as Kenya, Uganda, and Zimbabwe. The chapter also examines the development and establishment of e-learning structures in Namibia, before concluding with a summary of the main criteria based on discussions in the chapter.
The 4th Industrial Revolution and Its Impact on Entrepreneurial Education
Authors: Culduz Murat
Published: January 2024

The 4th Industrial Revolution is transforming the way that businesses operate and has had a profound impact on the field of entrepreneurial education. With the rapid pace of technological change and innovation, entrepreneurs need to be equipped with a diverse range of skills and competencies to succeed. This includes digital literacy, which is essential for navigating the digital landscape of the 4th Industrial Revolution, as well as an entrepreneurial mindset, which emphasizes creativity, innovation, risk-taking, and adaptability. Interdisciplinary knowledge is also becoming increasingly important, as entrepreneurs must be able to understand the complex interplay between technology, business, and society. Additionally, collaborative, and experiential learning can help entrepreneurs to develop practical skills, build networks, and gain real-world experience.In this context, the aim of the study is to is to shed light on the 4th Industrial Revolution and its impact on entrepreneurial education benefiting from the recent studies in the literature.
Monitoring of Wildlife Using Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) With Machine Learning
Authors: Ahmed Zeinab E. , Hashim Aisha H. A. , Saeed Rashid A. , Saeed Mamoon M.
Published: January 2024

Wildlife monitoring is critical for ecological study, conservation, and wildlife management, but traditional approaches have drawbacks. The combination of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) with machine learning (ML) offers a viable approach to overcoming the limits of traditional wildlife monitoring methods and improving wildlife management and conservation tactics. The combination of UAVs and ML provides efficient and effective solutions for wildlife monitoring. UAVs with high-resolution cameras record airborne footage, while machine learning algorithms automate animal detection, tracking, and behavior analysis. The chapter discusses challenges, limitations, and future directions in using UAVs and ML for wildlife monitoring, addressing regulatory, technical, and ethical considerations, and emphasizing the need for ongoing research and technological advancements. Overall, the integration of UAVs and ML provides a promising solution to overcome the limitations of traditional wildlife monitoring methods and enhance wildlife management and conservation strategies.
Comprehensive Framework for Control and Coordination of UAV Swarms in Wildfire Management
Authors: Azeez Sanoufar Abdul , Arora Sumedha
Published: January 2024

Wildfires pose a significant threat to ecosystems and human lives, underscoring the necessity of early detection and rapid response to mitigate the devastating effects of these fires. In recent times, advancements in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology have provided new avenues for enhancing wildfire monitoring and response. This chapter explores the potential of an innovative framework for UAV swarms that can be controlled and coordinated autonomously for managing wildfires. The comprehensive framework also integrates other technologies such as computer vision, sensor networks, swarm intelligence, and reinforcement learning algorithms to enable collaborative and autonomous UAV swarm operation. The framework addresses navigation challenges in dense forest environments, facilitates swarm coordination, and enables data-driven decision-making for wildfires and diverse real-world applications. This chapter also provides insights into the method of implementation in a simulated 100X100 2D grid environment, showcasing its potential and effectiveness in realistic scenarios.
UAV-Based Warehouse Management Using Multi-Agent RL
Authors: Esmaili Arefeh , Roayaei Mehdy
Published: January 2024

This chapter aims to investigate the applications of reinforcement learning (RL) and Multi-Agent RL (MARL) in UAV networks in warehouse management. Different applications of UAVs in warehousing and different applications of RL in UAV networks are reviewed. Currently, most research in this area relies on single-agent RL approaches. Transitioning from single-agent RL to MARL offers the opportunity can potentially achieve higher levels of optimization, scalability, and adaptability in warehouse management using UAV networks. However, the application of multi-agent approaches in UAV-based warehouse management is still in its early stages, and may introduce new challenges. Thus, this chapter specifically focuses on the challenges and solutions associated with adopting MARL in the context of UAV-based warehouse management tasks. This includes addressing challenges such as non-stationary, partial observability, credit assignment, scalability, and task allocation. The authors highlight challenges and present some of the widely-used approaches to address these challenges.
5G-6G
Authors: Nayak Roopashree , S. Pavanalaxmi , M. Praveen Kumar
Published: January 2024

Mobile networks play a crucial role in facilitating communication through the transmission and reception of radio wave signals. These networks are composed of interconnected cells provided by base stations, enabling wide geographic coverage. The evolution of mobile networks has progressed through several stages. It began with the analog-based first-generation systems that provided basic voice communication. The current phase is the fifth generation, which aims to deliver exceptional performance with faster speeds, low latency, and connectivity density. Ongoing research and development continue to shape the evolution of mobile networks, with technologies like 6G on the horizon, promising even faster speeds and transformative use cases. The network infrastructure for 5G and 6G plays a crucial role in enabling the capabilities and delivering the promised benefits of these advanced wireless communication technologies. The industry applications of 5G and the anticipated applications of 6G are diverse and have the potential to revolutionize various sectors.
Policies for Advanced Dynamic Load Balancing in Cloud Computing
Authors: Dhabliya Dharmesh , Dari Sukhvinder Singh , Sakhare Nitin N. , Dhablia Anish Kumar , Pandey Digvijay , George A Shaji , Hameed A. Shahul , Dadheech Pankaj
Published: January 2024

Cloud computing involves virtualization, distributed computers, networking, software, and web services. Clouds have servers, datacenters, and customers. It has fault tolerance, high availability, scalability, flexibility, little user overhead, low ownership cost, on-demand services, etc. These issues demand a robust load balancing mechanism. Balanced load distribution improves resource use and task response time by preventing some nodes from being completely loaded and others idle. Load balancers match processor and network node performance. A load balancing solution that improves throughput and latency for application-based virtual topologies with variable cloud sizes will apply the divisible load scheduling theorem.
Revolutionizing Food
Authors: Waheed Wisha , Latif Samreen , Tahir Alghayia , Ahmed Arisha , Imran Ali , Islam Fakhar
Published: January 2024

The food processing industry has witnessed a shift towards innovative non-thermal technologies to meet the growing demand for high-quality, safe, and minimally processed foods while preserving nutritional value and sensory attributes. This chapter explores recent advances in food science, including pulsed electric field (PEF) processing, sonication, high-pressure processing (HPP), nanotechnology, artificial intelligence (AI), and biodegradable packaging. These advances offer sustainable solutions to improve food processing, safety, and environmental impact, but challenges and potential risks need to be addressed for their effective implementation in the food industry. The purpose of the chapter is to provide some basic knowledge about new thinking in comprehensive food discipline and offer a summary of the latest developments in employing digital technologies in food production systems.
Bacterial Pathogens in Food and Their Control by Bacteriophages
Authors: Firdous Nida , Ahmad Shabbir , Farooq Umar , Batool Aliza , Usman Muhammad , Sibt-e-Abbas Muhammad , Iqbal Zafar , Ijaz Sidhu Muhammad Asim , Siddique Tahira
Published: January 2024

Food safety ensures reduced food losses and therefore contributes to food security. The factors causing the contamination of the food may threaten the safe consumption and make the foods harmful. For this reason, it is necessary to utilize various resources to prevent the food from being contaminated in all stages of the food chain. Purified high titer phage lysates have been used for the species-specific control of bacteria during the pre and postharvest phases of food production and storage. This chapter presents recent advances in bacteriophage research and their application in the area of food safety. Some of the components of this chapter are general facts on phage biology that are relevant to their application for control and detection of bacterial pathogens in food and environmental samples, application of bacteriophages to control growth of bacterial pathogens and spoilage organisms in food and food processing environment, detection and identification of bacterial pathogens, and advantages of bacteriophage-based methods and their shortcomings.
Nanoclay Packaging Materials as Biodegradable
Authors: Mushtaq Zain , Islam Maleeha , Saeed Salwa , Bellitürk Korkmaz , Ilić Predrag , Parnian Amir
Published: January 2024

Nanoclays are nanomaterials consisting of layered silicate clay minerals and have various applications in food packaging. They can improve the mechanical, thermal, and barrier properties of both petroleum-based and bio-based polymers, as well as provide other functions such as antimicrobial activity, colorimetric indication, biodegradability enhancement, additive partitioning, and control and release of active ingredients. This chapter reviews the types, properties, and manufacturing methods of nanoclay-based polymer nanocomposites for food packaging. In addition, the latest achievements and challenges related to the use of nanoclays as food packaging materials are discussed, and an overview of the current state of knowledge and future perspectives for the development of nanoclay technology in the food industry is provided.
Intraoperative pediatric electroencephalography monitoring: an updated review
Authors: Yuan Ian , Bong Choon L. , Chao Jerry Y.
Published: January 2024

Intraoperative electroencephalography (EEG) monitoring under pediatric anesthesia has begun to attract increasing interest, driven by the availability of pediatric-specific EEG monitors and the realization that traditional dosing methods based on patient movement or changes in hemodynamic response often lead to imprecise dosing, especially in younger infants who may experience adverse events (e.g., hypotension) due to excess anesthesia. EEG directly measures the effects of anesthetics on the brain, which is the target end-organ responsible for inducing loss of consciousness. Over the past ten years, research on anesthesia and computational neuroscience has improved our understanding of intraoperative pediatric EEG monitoring and expanded the utility of EEG in clinical practice. We now have better insights into neurodevelopmental changes in the developing pediatric brain, functional connectivity, the use of non-proprietary EEG parameters to guide anesthetic dosing, epileptiform EEG changes during induction, EEG changes from spinal/regional anesthesia, EEG discontinuity, and the use of EEG to improve clinical outcomes. This review article summarizes the recent literature on EEG monitoring in perioperative pediatric anesthesia, highlighting several of the topics mentioned above.