bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Interpersonal Relations and Sociability in the Thought of R. Mordeḥai Joseph of Izbica
Authors: Koren Israel
Published: November 2024

This article addresses an important, yet to date neglected, issue in R. Mordeḥai Joseph of Izbica’s thought – namely, interpersonal human relations. The subject preoccupied R. Mordeḥai both be-cause “love your neighbour” is a biblical ordinance and because human contact is implicated in the service of God. His homilies demonstrate that, at the same time as being tolerant and inclusive in the spirit of love for the House of Israel, he could also be reserved, ambivalent, and provocative regarding the interpersonal and social sphere. This aspect of his world view and character was rein-forced by his personal circumstances, his perception of human beings as individualistic, under the influence of Przysucha and Kotzker, and a competitive environment. His concept of interpersonal relations should thus be understood as a counterbalance to the prevalent social tendency within Ḥasidism, that holds that close human relations are bound up with intimacy with God.
Wszystkie nasze strachy – w stronę ekspresji tożsamości w kontekście bezreligijnego chrześcijaństwa
Authors: Mazur Daria
Published: November 2024

The article is an attempt to combine film and theological thoughts in relation to the film Wszystkie nasze strachy, in which the protagonist is modeled on the contemporary Polish visual artist Daniel Rycharski. His declarations, experience, and attitude confirm the validity of using the tropes related to the elements of the concept of Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s religionless Christianity for analyzing the film. The concept provides arguments that expand the possibility to consider the film and the protagonist’s creation in the perspective of the postmodern identity discourse with the contents that correspond with the phenomena and processes inscribed in the postsecular tendencies. The interpretations presented in the article take into account the context of non-heteronormativity and the manifestations of homophobia in a small rural community presented in the story, and also focus on the category of relationality, contemplativeness, identification, and movement, as well as the antinomy of religion and faith and Christocentrism.
Kertész versus Semprún: On the Aesthetic Mediability of Violence
Authors: Siguan Marisa
Published: November 2024

This article analyses the question of mediability of violence by the novels of two writers who survived the concentration camp of Buchenwald but had very different experiences of the camp: Imre Kertesz, deported from Hungary as a Jewish adolescent, and Jorge Semprun, deported after being made prisoner by the Gestapo as a member of the Maquis. Both authors have an opposite conception of the traditional value in relation to the aesthetic mediability of violence. This contribution analyses the different approaches to tradition in the works of two authors, specifically in relation to the relationship between Weimar and Buchenwald. Weimar acts as a chronotoph and a paradigmatic example of the stranded tradition. For Kertesz, the atonality he claims for his aesthetics is analysed in Der Spurensucher. Erzahlung (“The Searcher for Traces”), for Semprun, the debate on tradition is analysed in Aquel domingo (“What a Beautiful Sunday”) and Vivire con su nombre, morira con el mio (“I Will Live with his Name, He Will Die with Mine”).
„Tak jak mężczyzna mężczyznę zrozumie…”. Relacje (homo)seksualne w narracjach obozowych Augusta Kowalczyka
Authors: Kumala Aleksandra
Published: November 2024

The article critically analyzes various types of narratives of the former KL Auschwitz prisoner – August Kowalczyk – related to the issue of (homo)sexual relations in Nazi concentration camps. The juxtaposition of excerpts from his archival account, a published memoir and two oral accounts reveals a consolidating pattern, which is being used by Kowalczyk to cut himself off from the condition of being a potential victim of sexual abuse, condition of pipel and taboo – especially in the male-centered concentration camp discourse – themes: sexual barter and sexual violence. The theoretical framework, constructed with the use of Holocaust studies and gender studies’ findings, shows the possibility of finding expressions of gendered experiences in the Polish concentration camp and combatant discourse.
Wojciech Weiss z wizytą u Chłapowskich – wielkopolski epizod w twórczości krakowskiego malarza
Authors: Sibilska Kinga
Published: November 2024

Artykuł odkrywa szczegóły pobytu Wojciecha Weissa w Wielkopolsce na początku września 1911 roku. Odnaleziona niedawno w zbiorach rodziny artysty korespondencja Alfreda i Heleny Chłapowskich oraz listów prywatnych Weissa ukazała nieznane oblicze tego artysty jako twórcy portretów ziemiańskich, jednocześnie uświadamiając braki w naszej wiedzy na ten temat. Listy pozwoliły powiązać fakty z konkretnym dziełem malarskim – Portretem kobiety w białej sukni, obecnie znajdującym się w kolekcji Muzeum Narodowego w Poznaniu, jednak przeoczonym przez badaczy. Jest to pierwsza próba opracowania tego tematu poprzez analizę porównawczą dzieła ze źródłami pisanymi. Badania pozwoliły zweryfikować dotychczasowe dane o obiekcie, ostatecznie potwierdzić tożsamość portretowanej i skorygować błędną informację dotyczącą miejsca powstania dzieła. Mylne przekonanie, jakoby obraz powstał w Bonikowie, w majątku Chłapowskich, wynikało stąd, że obraz został stamtąd zabrany przez niemieckich okupantów i zwieziony do Kaiser Friedrich Museum (dzisiejszego Muzeum Narodowego w Poznaniu). Tymczasem Weiss malował portret w Pawłowicach, w rodzinnej posiadłości Heleny Chłapowskiej. Wnioski z tych badań mogą przyczynić się w przyszłości do podjęcia szerszego studium badawczego na temat działalności Wojciecha Weissa na terenach Wielkopolski.
Wojciech Weiss on a visit to the Chłapowski family: A Wielkopolska episode in the work of the Cracovian painter
Authors: Sibilska Kinga
Published: November 2024

The article reveals details of Wojciech Weiss’s stay in Wielkopolska in early September 1911. Recently discovered correspondence from Alfred and Helena Chłapowski, as well as Weiss’s private letters, unveiled unknown aspects of the artist as a creator of gentry portraits, while also highlighting gaps in our knowledge on the subject. The letters allowed for the connection of facts with a specific painting – Portrait of a Woman in a White Dress), currently in the collection of the National Museum in Poznań, overlooked by researchers so far. This is the first attempt to address this topic through a comparative analysis of the artwork with written sources. The research allowed for the verification of previous data about the object, ultimately confirming the identity of the portrayed woman and correcting the mistaken information regarding the place of the artwork’s creation. The erroneous belief that the painting was created in Bonikowo, at the Chłapowski estate, stemmed from the fact that the painting was taken from there by German occupiers and transported to the Kaiser Friedrich Museum (today’s National Museum in Poznań). Meanwhile, Weiss painted the portrait in Pawłowice, at the familial estate of Helena Chłapowska. The conclusions from this research may contribute to future broader research studies on Wojciech Weiss’s activities in the Wielkopolska region.
Shards of memory. Stanisław Olexiński, collector from Lviv
Authors: Betlej Andrzej
Published: November 2024

This article is devoted to Stanisław Olexiński (1865–1941), a person almost completely unknown, but – as it seems – rather important for the history of art and collecting in Lviv (now Ukraine). Olexiński was the administrative secretary of the Zakład Narodowy im. Ossolińskich (Ossoliński National Institute) since 1919, as well as a well-known collector. His collection was focused mainly on publications on the theory and history of art, and he also gathered a sizeable portion of prints and drawings by Polish artists. Partially preserved correspondence and documents related to Olexiński reveal his passion for collecting and his commercial activities in the artistic community. Letters from well-known artists confirm his commitment and testify to his sturdy activity in acquiring works of art, both by purchasing them directly from the artists. Olexiński exchanged works from his collection with, among others, the Ossoliński Institute, also donated some objects to the City Gallery or the Historical Museum in Lviv. Unfortunately, the fate of the collection remains unknown. After Olexiński’s death in 1941, shortly after the German army entered Lviv, his collection may have been dispersed, sold or destroyed. The last piece of information relating to Olexiński is a letter from Andrzej Lubomirski, curator of the Ossoliński Institute, dated August 1941, indicating that the collector was still popular; nevertheless, it is uncertain whether letter reached him or his wife. The paper presented herein is an attempt to restore the memory of someone who played a relatively substantial role in the cultural life of Lviv’s intellectual and artistic elite.
Detection of different groups of phytoplasma in palm species of Puerto Rico
Authors: Simbaña-Carrera Lorena L. , Rivera-Vargas Lydia I. , Segarra-Carmona Alejandro E. , Serrato-Diaz Luz M. , Contaldo Nicoletta , Satta Eleonora , Bertaccini Assunta
Published: November 2024

Palm trees play important cultural, ecological, and economic roles in the tropics. Native palm species such as the royal palm, Roystonea borinquena O.F. Cook, are extensively planted in landscapes and urban areas of Hispaniola, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Worldwide, palms are affected by a disease commonly known as lethal yellowing, linked to the presence of phytoplasmas. Coconut Lethal Yellowing (CLY) is the most devastating disease of palms, associated with the 16SrIV phytoplasma group in the Americas. In Puerto Rico, palms displayed symptoms such as leaf chlorosis or yellowing, inflorescence and fruit necrosis, and eventual death. The objective of this research was to identify and characterize phytoplasmas in palms and their potential insect vectors, focusing on a native palm, R. borinquena. To fulfill this objective, 69 palms belonging to the species: Cocos nucifera (n=15), Gaussia attendata (n=1), Leucothrinax morrisii (n=1), Pseudophenix sargentii (n=1), Roystonea borinquena (n=50) and Washingtonia robusta (n=1) were sampled within three transects across the island. Ninety percent of palms sampled displayed typical lethal yellowing symptoms. In addition, 12 different insect species (Auchenorrhyncha: Fulgoroidea) that could act as potential phytoplasma vectors were sweep-collected from palms and grasses near the study area. The 16S ribosomal region of phytoplasmas was amplified using nested polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and subjected to restriction fragment length polymorphism (RFLP) analyses to allow their ribosomal grouping. Overall, 17 palm samples were positive to phytoplasmas. These are C. nucifera (n = 1), L. morrisii (n = 1) and R. borinquena (n = 15). Phytoplasmas detected belong to six ribosomal groups: 16SrII, 16SrIII, 16SrIV, 16SrVI, 16SrIX and 16SrX. The most frequent phytoplasma detected (59%) is enclosed in the 16SrII group. Samples from nine royal palms (R. borinquena) and one key thatch palm (L. morrisii) were positive to the 16SrII-related group. Only one insect specimen, the cixiid Haplaxius crudus collected from a phytoplasma positive R. borinquena palm, was positive for a 16SrII-related group phytoplasma. Another significant epidemiological finding was the detection of a phytoplasma related to CLY in the 16SrIV group in one individual of R. borinquena. This native species is the most abundant palm on the island. To our knowledge this is the first report of a phytoplasma related to the 16SrII group in R. borinquena in Puerto Rico and the world. Detection for the first time of other phytoplasmas related to 16Sr groups -III, -IX and -X in palms deserves further studies.
Recursos humanos. Factores clave que influyen en el desempeño de los empleados en las organizaciones públicas
Authors: Castro Mori Karen Olinda , Bao Ratzemberg Carol Beatriz , Saavedra Hoyos Fausto , Rocha Sandoval César Augusto , Ocrospoma Callupe Fanny Natalia
Published: November 2024

El libro tuvo como finalidad plantear un modelo de gestión del talento humano para mejorar el desempeño laboral en una institución pública, en la que se aplicaron teorías existentes, sin manipular variables, estudiando a los colaboradores para realizar el diagnóstico, en la descripción del problema se pudo encontrar que la relación del talento humano en referencia el conocimiento es adecuado, la habilidad similar sin embargo el juicio de gestión y actitud son deficientes. Para el desempeño laboral aún existe deficiencias en la motivación, ambiente y la capacidad. El modelo propuesto de gestión del talento humano contribuye a mejorar el rendimiento de los colaboradores, ayudando a dar solución al problema de bajo desempeño, ya que se fundamenta en la generación de la mejora de los procesos del rendimiento laboral, por los compromisos según sus dimensiones del mismo, aportan al desarrollo de los colaboradores en las instituciones públicas según evaluaron los expertos.
Síndrome Convulsivo
Authors: Caceres Carranza Fernando Javier , Ramos Baca German Humberto , Ramírez Osorto Luis José , Ávila Godoy Kelin Janeth , Oliva Hernández Gabriel Ricardo , Suazo Barahona Rodolfo Danilo , Zelaya Sorto Nancy Danubia , Leon Suarez Marco Antonio , Mayes Anduray Anielka Sofía , Jiménez Mendoza Karla Virginia , Romero Vargas Gerardo Henrique
Published: November 2024

El síndrome convulsivo es un conjunto de signos y síntomas de disfunción cerebral que producen una descarga hipersincrónica o paroxística de un grupo de neuronas localizadas en la corteza cerebral. Las manifestaciones clínicas son muy variables; pueden ser reactivas a un estrés cerebral transitorio, a lesiones permanentes, o bien, formar parte de un síndrome neurológico más amplio, denominado síndrome epiléptico. Las crisis convulsivas pueden ser parciales o focales (simples, complejas y con evolución a generalizadas) y generalizadas (ausencias, mioclonías, tónicas, clónicas, tónicoclónicas y atónicas). Su fisiopatología se sintetiza en una hiperexcitablilidad neuronal ocasionada por un aumento en las respuestas glutaminérgicas y una inhibición de las respuestas GABAérgicas, ocasionando un desbalance en el impulso neuronal del sistema nervioso central. Los medicamentos anticonvulsivantes tienen sus dianas farmacológicas en diferentes canales iónicos y moléculas sinápticas que interfieren en las respuestas excitatorias e inhibitorias del impulso nervioso, equilibrando así la excitabilidad nerviosa y permitiendo la mejoría clínica del paciente.
Los riesgos de los deepfakes para la democracia y las perspectivas de regulación
Authors: Fandiño López Efraín
Published: November 2024

Este artículo realiza un análisis del impacto de los deepfakes en el marco de los procesos democráticos, enfocándose en cómo estas sofisticadas manipulaciones digitales pueden erosionar la confianza pública, interferir en elecciones y generar polarización. Se estudia la progresión de las ultrafalsificaciones desde su creación hasta alcanzar un alto grado de sofisticación, destacando cómo los avances en tecnología de inteligencia artificial han potenciado su realismo y complicado su detección. Se hará alusión a varios casos en Francia y Colombia, con el ánimo de examinar las repercusiones adversas de los deepfakes en la representación política y la percepción por parte del público en general. El documento propone la adopción de marcos regulatorios y medidas que trasciendan las medidas punitivas tradicionales, abogando por estrategias preventivas y la promoción de la transparencia en el empleo de tecnologías de inteligencia artificial. Esta aproximación puede ayudar a promover los valores democráticos y un uso responsable de la IA.
The view of intertextuality in graphic design
Authors: Sevindik Orhan
Published: November 2024

This study aims to reveal the existence of the concept of intertextuality in the field of graphic design. No product produced by humans can be considered independent of previous products; this situation demonstrates that past experiences and social interactions play an inevitable role in product creation. Especially in the production of literary works, individuals create new works influenced by previous ones. This interaction is defined by the concept of "intertextuality." The initial studies on intertextuality began within the framework of Bakhtin's "Conversationalism" theory and were later developed by theorists such as Kristeva, Barthes, Jenny, and Genette. With Genette's classification, the concept of intertextuality has become multidimensional. It has been found that this concept is not limited to literary products but also exists in fields such as music, painting, sculpture, architecture, and moving media. In this context, the special day designs shared by non-governmental organizations operating in Turkey on the Instagram platform were examined using visual intertextuality methods developed by Werne. The results showed that methods such as "Attaching to Image," "Framing Image and Text," and "Encouraging Thought in Image" were actively used. Additionally, it was determined that "Visual Citation" and "Clustering" methods were also employed, although less frequently.
Evaluating customer satisfaction in digital services companies: challenges and opportunities
Authors: Claro Genny Torcoroma Navarro , Soto José Andrés Bayona
Published: November 2024

This study investigates the factors that influence customer satisfaction in the dynamic landscape of digital service companies. The research addresses the growing need to understand customer perceptions in this rapidly evolving market, where traditional approaches to customer satisfaction may not fully capture the complexities of digital experiences. The study aims to identify the key factors that contribute to customer satisfaction in digital service companies, exploring the impact of factors such as ease of use, security, and customer support. A quantitative methodology, using surveys and statistical analysis, was used to collect and analyze data from a sample of customers of digital service companies. The results reveal that although customers highly value ease of use, speed of transactions, and security, other factors such as clear presentation of information and access to additional services also play a significant role in shaping their overall satisfaction. The study concludes that understanding and addressing these diverse customer needs is crucial for digital service companies to improve customer experience, foster loyalty, and maintain a competitive advantage in the digital marketplace.
Function of noncoding RNA in regulating cancer cell plasticity
Authors: Her Peter Hyunwuk , Lam Magnus , Zeng Sarah , He Housheng Hansen
Published: November 2024

Recent advances have brought non-coding RNAs (ncRNAs) into the spotlight, revealing their critical regulatory roles in cancer cell plasticity. ncRNAs, such as microRNAs (miRNAs), transfer RNAs (tRNAs), long non-coding RNAs (lncRNAs) and circular RNAs (circRNAs), are now recognized as key players in cellular processes such as chromatin remodeling, mRNA stability, and translation. This review delves into the diverse functions of ncRNAs in stem cells and cancer stem cells (CSCs) biology, emphasizing their impact on maintaining and modulating cellular states. We explore the mechanisms by which ncRNAs influence stem cell self-renewal and differentiation, including their roles in establishing pluripotency and directing differentiation. In the context of cancer, ncRNAs are pivotal in driving processes like epithelial-mesenchymal transition (EMT), which underlies metastasis and therapy resistance. By regulating gene expression and epigenetic landscapes, ncRNAs sustain the dynamic nature of CSCs, facilitating tumor growth and heterogeneity. The review also highlights the potential clinical applications of ncRNAs as biomarkers and therapeutic targets. Advances in ncRNA detection and manipulation have opened new avenues for developing diagnostic tools and innovative treatments. Liquid biopsies, which utilize ncRNAs from biological fluids, provide a minimally invasive approach to monitor tumor dynamics and progression. Uncovering the intricate networks regulated by ncRNAs makes it evident that these molecules play central roles in understanding cancer cell plasticity. Insights into their functions offer promising strategies for targeted cancer therapies, aiming to disrupt the adaptability of cancer cells and improve treatment outcomes.
Next-Gen Data Migration: AI & ML Solutions for Seamless Software Modernization
Authors:   USA, Duvvur Vijayasekhar
Published: November 2024

Data migration is a critical aspect of software systems modernization, often fraught with challenges such as data compatibility, security, and integrity. Traditional approaches to data migration can be resource-intensive, error-prone, and time-consuming. However, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) offer transformative techniques to automate, optimize, and validate data migration processes. This paper discusses the role of AI and ML in streamlining data migration for software systems modernization, detailing specific techniques, methodologies, and real-world applications that enhance migration efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
Accelerating Complex System Modernization with AI: Overcoming Resource and Time Constraints
Authors:   USA, Duvvur Vijayasekhar
Published: November 2024

Modernizing complex software systems is a challenging endeavor, especially when organizations face limited resources, tight deadlines, and aging infrastructure. These systems, often critical to organizational operations, suffer from issues such as lack of scalability, high maintenance demands, and security vulnerabilities. Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents promising solutions by automating key processes, optimizing resource allocation, and enabling predictive insights that streamline modernization efforts. This article discusses the role of AI in addressing the unique challenges of complex system modernization within limited resources and timelines, covering strategies, benefits, and AI-driven tools that make this transformation feasible.
Assessment of Activity Concentration and Health Hazards of Radiation Exposure in Soil from Mamara Jidda and Waja Tin Mining Sites in Northern Nasarawa State, Nigeria
Authors: Abaleni Joseph I , Nnamdi Agu M
Published: November 2024

Natural background radiation exposure is an inevitable occurrence on Earth, and humans are exposed to radiation in their surroundings whether consciously or unconsciously. However, increased artisanal and illegal mining could harm the local environment and increase background radiation levels, affecting the community's overall health. This study assessed the activity concentration of primordial radionuclides (226Ra, 232Th, and 40K) from soil samples obtained from Mamara Jidda and Waja tin mine sites in Nasarawa State, Nigeria, and its risk to human health. The gamma spectroscopy using a Sodium iodide-thallium activated detector was used to measure the activity concentrations of primordial radionuclides in the surface soils/sediments samples. The activity concentrations of 226Ra, 232Th, and 40K for Mamara Jidda and Waja were found to be within the range of 4 - 18 Bq kg-1, 41 - 105 Bq kg-1, and 524 - 717 Bq kg-1; 13 - 40 Bq kg-1, 75 - 134 Bq kg-1, and 591 - 882 Bq kg-1 respectively. The average values show that 40K and 232Th concentrations are above the recommended limit set by the United Nations Scientific Committee on the Effects of Atomic Radiation (UNSCEAR) in Mamara Jidda and Waja mine sites. The annual gonadal dose equivalent (AGDE), annual effective dose rate (AEDE), radium equivalent (Raeq), absorbed dose rate (D), and external hazard index (Hex) for Mamara Jidda and Waja were found to be 0.56 mSv yr-1, 0.10 mSv yr-1, 588.58 Bq kg-1, 78.26 nGy hr-1 and 0.46; 0.73 mSv yr-1, 0.13 mS yr-1, 742.74 Bq kg-1, 103.72 nGy hr-1 and 0.61 respectively. The AEDE and Hex are below the recommended safety limits. However, the high values of AGDE in both mining sites and D in Waja mine demonstrate that with continuous exposure to radiation, a significant genetic impact is eminent to the miners and inhabitants of these areas. Also, the Raeq values for both mines suggest that their soils are unsafe for use as building materials.
Graduates’ Experiences in the Professional Graduate Teacher Education Programs of Bicol University, Philippines
Authors: Mayor John Mark M.
Published: November 2024

The study aimed to determine the experiences in the graduate program that contribute to the graduates’ competency development; assess the degree of effectiveness, adequacy and relevance as a curricular program and recommend measures to enhance the curricular programs and its implementation. The study utilized descriptive research through conduct of survey questionnaire. The respondents are composed of 50 randomly selected graduates from 2010-2015 in the degree programs under Management and Professional Teacher Education Department of Bicol University College of Education. Results revealed that research, lecture and discussion, write ups, writing activity, recitation, community survey, community service, educational tours, essay writing, ICT utilization, preparation of charts and models, instructional materials development, debate, organizational exhibits, excursions, storytelling, internship, drama, sports, musical and arts activities are the noted experiences of the graduates that contributed to the graduates’ competency development. The curricular implementation is very effective, very relevant and very adequate in the masters and doctorate programs. Further, to enhance the curricular programs and its implementation the graduates recommended the following measures: strengthen linkage of academe to industry, strengthen experiential learning programs for the graduate school, develop innovative curricular programs for research based and course work graduate studies to catch up with globalization, enhance research programs of the university, develop student and faculty exchange programs for graduate studies, enhance accessibility of students to internet connections, enhance leadership programs of the university.
Unravelling Complexity in Malaysian Life Insurance Policy Documents: The Questions of Readability and Lexical Density
Authors: Ariffin Kamisah , Pardi Khalid Mat , Nordin Noli Maishara , Affendi Faiza Rostam
Published: November 2024

Studies on knowledge of insurance literacy have shown that people have poor understanding of terms related to disclosures due to the complication of the language of the fine prints. To avoid insurance disputes, certain jurisdictions in the US have incorporated the use of readability formulae, to help assess the reading-level of the policy for the benefits of the policyholders. In Malaysia, it is not known whether such a readability formula is incorporated in the drafting of the insurance policy. Thus, this study aimed to fill the gap by analysing the insurance policy provided by insurance companies in Malaysia in terms of its readability and lexical density. The data were procured from the policy documents obtained from two insurance companies in Malaysia. The policies were analysed using five validated readability formulae of Flesch Reading Ease Index, Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level Index, Gunning Fog Index, Simple Measure of Gobbledygook (SMOG) and Coleman-Liau Index, and Halliday’s lexical density formula. The readability consensus grades the policy documents as ‘difficult to read’. The analysis also reveals ‘average’ and ‘above average’ level of lexical density in both policies. The findings suggest that policyholders with a low level of English language proficiency may find it challenging to understand the legal documentation that elaborate their powers and liabilities to the contract signed. The findings of this study call for the attention of relevant authorities to mandate the incorporation of readability formulae in any policy drafted and the development of readability formula for English as a second or foreign language.
The Role of Internet of Things (IoT) in Real-Time Supply Chain Monitoring
Authors: Karim Md. Rabiul , Rodgers Dr. Christopher , Hossain Md Arman
Published: November 2024

IoT is quickly transforming the supply chain management practice because of increased chances of monitoring and enhancing processes in real-time for IoT. This paper discusses how connected devices and data analytics increase a supply chain’s visibility, velocity, and agility. With IoT, the whereabouts of the goods can be tracked at any given time, the state of the environment can also be observed at any given time, and the different stakeholders can communicate at any given time, thus enhancing the decision-making process of the various parties. The technologies that result from IoT can facilitate the supply chain to improve the supply chain velocity by minimizing the lead time and eradicating the human interfaces for inventory and transportation management, thus creating a highly dynamic and effective supply chain ecosystem. The purpose of this paper is as follows: to identify how the application of IoT in the supply chain satisfies and addresses today’s challenges, such as demand fluctuations, supply chain disruption, or compliance requirements, and to review trends, challenges, and potentialities of IoT. Finally, the paper proves why IoT is too important for the supply chain’s future, as it encounters trends such as increasing globalization, sustainability, and flexibility.
A FÍSICA APLICADA À CORRIDA: DESVENDANDO OS PRINCÍPIOS CIENTÍFICOS
Authors: Alexandre Mortale Lucas
Published: November 2024

O presente artigo explora a aplicação da Física no esporte, com foco nos conceitos abordados no livro desenvolvido intitulado "Física em Movimento: Desvendando as Corridas". A partir de revisão bibliográfica e análises de conteúdos de biomecânica, buscou-se abordar conceitos científicos em uma linguagem acessível aos leitores durante o processo de elaboração do livro. Exemplos práticos incluem os conceitos de Velocidade, Força, Energia, Potência, a escolha adequada de tênis, o funcionamento do chip de corrida e a hidrodinâmica por meio da prática do deep running, ressaltando a importância da Física no aprimoramento das técnicas e na prevenção de lesões.
Linear Formulas for Estimating the Reliability of Generalized Inverse Weibull Distributi
Authors: Zainab S. Noori  , Makki A. Mohammed Salih
Published: November 2024

Estimation methods that depend on linear formulas to estimate the reliability of the three parameters generalized inverse Weibull distribution (GIW) were used in this research, including each of Least Square method (LS), Weight Least Square method (WLS), White method (W), Modified White method (MW) and Linear Regression method (REG). The parameters and reliability of the distribution were estimated in four experiments using simulation to generating the required samples and the results were compared using the mean square error criterion. The results showed:
 In general the Modified White estimators are better than estimators of other methods.
Some Bayes estimators for Exponentiated Rayleigh Distribution under Doubly Type II Censored Data
Authors: Muslim A. Qasim  , Awatif R. Al-Dubaicy
Published: November 2024

Bayesian analysis for the shape parameter  of Exponentiated Rayleigh distribution or (Burr type x) has been considered in this paper, under two priors distributions [Inverted Levy and Quasi] using doubly type II censored data, with two loss functions [Weighted and Precautionary], we conducted a simulation study that evaluate the effectiveness of four estimators by six presumption experiments for varied values of distribution parameters and three sample sizes using mean squared error [MSE]. In general the best estimator of the shape parameter  of the (ERD) using Doubly type II censored data is under Inverted Levy prior under Precautionary loss function in all sample sizes
L_P Approximation by Fixed Weighted Neural Network
Authors: S. S. Mahdi  , E. S. Bhaya
Published: November 2024

Neural networks are tools for parallel computations of functions with several variables, it is a linear computation of non-linear functions that we are call activation functions. In our paper we deal with one hidden layer feed forward neural network.
We have two problems with neural networks approximation, the first is the density problem concerns. With the condition for the approximated function to approximate by the neural networks. In previous works on approximation using neural networks, the weights are different for each input. This makes engineering applications very difficult.
In this work we approximate any bounded function on   for  by a forward neural network and find the degree of the best approximation by this neural network using the k’ th order of smoothness. Then we connect neurons number and the degree of the best approximation.
Noise effects relating to saturated region in semiconductor optical amplifier
Authors: A.H. Mohammed  and  M. M. Abid
Published: November 2024

Almost one is capable to change injected current into  easily, so, our simulation focuses on the effect of injected current on saturation power achieved with various fast dynamics included , , and . The  effects at saturation power and its compression close saturation region are studied in the research. The association of input power or output power at which the noise start to be less has applications concerned traffic data in the data center.
Performance Evolution Ear Biometrics Based on Features from Accelerated Segment Test
Authors: B.A. Mohammed and Z.M. Abood
Published: November 2024

In the field of image processing, feature extraction is very important. Various image pre-processing procedures, including scaling, downscaling, resizing, normalization, etc., are applied to the sampled image before features are acquired. Features that would be relevant for image classification and recognition are then extracted using feature extraction methods. Many problems arose in biometric methods (fingerprint, iris, face), which led to the search for new biometrics to identify a person, avoid disease obstacles, continuous change with age, and others. The aim of this work is to present an ear system based on the power extraction of biometric field features of the ear. The proposed system will extract the robust features using the FAST method. This system reduces sprint time while maintaining its accuracy. This is done in two stages, the first stage, is the application of several pre-processing techniques which included the process of a) conversion to grayscale, b) binary filter, c) image brightness, histogram equalization, and image noise reduction. In the second stage, the method of transforming the fixed attribute variable FAST is used to determine the extraction of the force field feature. Where 70 % images were used for the purpose of training and 30 %for the purpose of testing. The accuracy of these figures was tested, reaching 95%, and therefore they can be adopted in the classification process in the future by choosing any algorithm.
The silver suspension effect on the spectral properties of Rhodamine B dys
Authors: D. M. Dahhm , B. A. M. Al Hilli and  A.H.Ali
Published: November 2024

In this paper, the effect of adding silver nanoparticles to a solution of Rh B dye dissolved in ethyl alcohol with a molar concentration (1x10-5M) on the spectral properties (absorption and fluorescence) was studied. The results showed an increase in the absorbance peaks and suppression of the fluorescence peaks by adding silver nanoparticles. The results showed an improvement in the absorption peaks with an increase in the added weights and suppression of fluorescence. The phenomenon of damping at the apex of fluorescence is caused by the collision mechanism, by the increase in optical path length, and by the contribution of binary molecules and chromosomal clusters.
A Review of Enhancing Government Offices Experience and Operational Efficiency of Knowledge Management Systems depending on Information Technologies
Authors: R.H. Hussan and N.H. Hussan
Published: November 2024

In the middle of the remarkable increase in data and information obtained through reliable search sites for the purpose of increasing operational efficiency and improving experiences in the business world and in government departments. It has become difficult to reach accurate information that benefits the user due to its abundance, as well as it is difficult to obtain the accumulated experiences and the obstacles that the customer faces in order to find similar solutions that the employee needs to obtain in order to solve a specific problem or how to increase production and improve expertise. Despite this, knowledge management systems have faced great obstacles, the most important of which is data security and how to preserve it. In this review, some experiences of governments were highlighted randomly from all over the globe, which used knowledge management systems for information technology, including American, Singaporean and Australian experience. It also reviewed the different processes on how to acquire and generate knowledge and how to capture, store, exchange and apply this knowledge by means of information technology while maintaining data security. These experiences of these countries were considered a decisive tool to solve, improve and increase the efficiency of productivity and were also considered a good way to get out of these obstacles when faced by government employees in the absence of cumulative and informational experience, due to lack of experience or recent work in these departments. So that KMS plays a huge role in addressing these problems.
CLIMATE CHANGE AND FOOD SECURITY
Authors: Atiqullah Sarwari  , Abdieva Guljamal  , Mohammad Hassan Hassand
Published: November 2024

This paper discusses the complex nature of climate change-food security linkages, focusing on how a planet under warming affects food governance at global levels. With changing rainfall patterns, high temperature levels and increases in frequency of severe weather events conventional agricultural practices are endangered by the disruptions in crop yields water availability. Disadvantage areas, usually subsistence farmers, have been hit by more food insufficiency risks. The paper highlights the need for adaptive strategies and resilient agricultural methods to combat the effects of climate change on food productivity. Agriculture emerges as a vital solution, focusing on precision farming, agro ecology and technological innovations which use resources efficiently without affecting the environment. These strategies will require global coordination since climate change does not have borders and affects people all over the world. In addition, the article discusses social and economic aspects of food insecurity linked to climate change that significantly affect deprived groups. It promotes policies that consider the weak points of smallholder farmers and strengthen local communities. Educational initiatives and campaigns create a sense of collective awareness about the challenges that are being faced. The article ends by pointing out the need for immediate and coordinated worldwide efforts to strengthen resilience, ensure food sustainability, and secure future food security with a changing climate. Keywords: Climate Change, Food Security, Technological Innovation, Education, Awareness.
N-DOPED ACTIVATED CARBON OBTAINED FROM PLANT WASTE BY DIFFERENT PRODUCTION METHODS FOR ADSORPTION OF CO2
Authors: R. Joia  , M. Atamanov
Published: November 2024

The pressing need to reduce CO2 emissions and combat climate change has spurred a global commitment towards achieving carbon neutrality. While transitioning to renewable energy is pivotal, the limitations in renewable energy production highlight the necessity for alternative approaches. The focus on capturing and sequestering CO2 has led to the exploration of porous solids, including zeolites, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), porous organic polymers (POPs), and porous carbons. Porous carbons, with their low cost, widespread availability, large surface area, and ease of design, have garnered attention. However, their reported CO2 adsorption capacities are currently limited. Addressing this constraint, nitrogen doping (N-doping) has proven effective in augmenting surface adsorption sites on porous carbon structures. Various production methods, such as chemical activation with nitrogen-containing compounds, physical methods utilizing nitrogen-containing gases, and hydrothermal methods, have been implemented. Particularly noteworthy is the application of nitrogen-doped activated carbon derived from plant waste, showcasing high surface areas, suitable structures, and significant CO2 adsorption capacities. This positions them as promising candidates for large-scale CO2 capture initiatives, contributing to global efforts in mitigating climate change. Keyword: N-doped Activated carbon, CO2 adsorption, chemical activation, physical activation, nitrogen-containing compounds, Hydrothermal activation.
Comprehensive Analysis of Cloud Computing Performance Factors: Investigating the Impact of Response Time, Load Balancing and Service Broker Policies on Cloud Service Efficiency Using CloudSim Simulation
Authors: Zaid Khan Pathan  , Nikhil Dharmendra Singh  , Kunal Randhir Sharma  , Harsh C Vachheta
Published: November 2024

Cloud performance refers to the efficiency and effectiveness with which a cloud system operates delivering hosted services over the internet. As cloud computing continues to offer flexibility, scalability and computational power monitoring and improving cloud performance is essential. Performance optimization is influenced by factors such as load balancing and service broker policies which impact system response times and overall user experience. This paper provides an in-depth review of key publications and real-time cloud performance tools identifying critical performance factors that affect cloud efficiency. Notably, response time emerged as a fundamental metric for cloud service quality. Using CloudSim simulation we examine cloud performance evaluation criteria and experimentally assess the impact of response time dependencies on broker policies, load balancing techniques and data center distribution. This study offers a framework for understanding cloud performance evaluation and highlights strategies to enhance user experience in diverse cloud environments.
Introduction of Novel Drug Shipping Gadget Nanocapsule
Authors: Mr. Umesh Sanap  , Mr. Tushar Sanap  , Mr. Vinayak Sanap  , Dr. Hingane L. D
Published: November 2024

Nano drugs are vesicular structures in which the medicine is contained in a hollow with an inner liquid middle and a polymeric membrane surrounding it .
A Nano pill is nanoscale shall made from a secure polymer
Nano pill consists of a thin membrane surrounding a middle (Liquid, stable) with their length starting from 10nm to one thousand nm. Nano capsules are submicroscopic colloidal drug provider structures composed of an oily or an aqueous middle surrounded via a skinny polymer membrane. The membrane can be composed of natural or artificial polymers.
Kinds of polymers can be hired inside the manufacture of Nano tablets.
1) Polymers discovered in nature
2) Polymers that have been synthesized .
a) Solvent evaporation b) Nano precipitation c) emulsification / Solvent diffusion d) Salting out e) Dialysis f) incredible vital fluid era are some of the strategies used to create nano pills.
The nanometric length of Nano capsule may be exciting for many programs like cosmetics, perfumes or pharmaceutical industries. this text is an prolonged overview of these Nanocapsule technologies and their applications for the remedy of diverse diseases. The
Nanocapsule is used in various fields for drug transport in case of tumors, as a Nano capsule Bandages to combat infection, as a liposomal Nanocapsule in meals technology and Agriculture, in turning in radio remedy and as a self-recovery material.
Nano capsules are subjected to a diffusion of characterization and evaluation methods. To attain managed launch and efficient drug focused on, dispersed polymer nanocapsules can be employed as nano-sized drug providers.
Nanocapsules variety in length from 10 nm to a thousand nm and are available in a selection of sizes.
Nanocapsule is a Nanoparticle that is spherical, hole shape with a diameter much less than 200nm in which favored substance may be placed. They may be packed with a solvent, both polar or non polar.
BIOCIDAL PROPERTIES OF CUONANOPARTICLES
Authors: Ivković Ivana Katarina , Kurajica Stanislav , Vuković Domanovac Marija , Mužina Katarina , Borić Ivan
Published: November 2024

Biocides are products used to prevent or control the spread of various harmful organisms such as bacteria or viruses. Silver and gold nanoparticles are mostly used as active substances of biocides used in the medical field. However, a more economically acceptable alternatives are different copper compounds, specificallycopper(II) oxide. CuO nanoparticles were gained via sonicationmethod from copper(II) acetate in a sodium hydroxide solution. Physical and chemical properties of gained CuO nanoparticles were investigated by X-ray diffraction analysis (XRD), energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA)and atomic force microscopy (AFM). Biocidal tests were performed on bacteria Pseudomonas aeruginosaand Bacillus subtilis,as well on fungi Candida albicansand Aspergillus nigerusing the disc diffusion method. The ultrasonic irradiation method was found to yield pure CuO nanoparticles smaller than 70 nm. Also, EDS measurement verified the stoichiometric distribution of copper and oxygen in the sample.Antimicrobialproperties were proven excellent for both bacteria and fungiexcept for Pseudomonas aeruginosa,for which CuO nanoparticles seem to have low effect.
KEYWORDS:copper(II) oxide; sonication; antimicrobialproperties
AVIGNETTE ON THE 65TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FACULTY OF TECHNOLOGYAND THE DEAN'S ADDRESS TO THE 2024/2025FRESHMANCLASS
Authors: Begić Sabina
Published: November 2024

The Faculty of Technology in Tuzla is the oldest higher education institution in the Tuzla Canton and one of the oldest in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It was established in 1959 and was the cornerstone for the founding of the University of Tuzla.This year, the Faculty of Technology celebrates 65 years of existence and work, marked by continuous development and success. The faculty has played a significant role in the education of students in Bosnia and Herzegovina and beyond, as well as in the founding of other higher education and scientific institutions in Tuzla, which eventually led to the establishment of the University of Tuzla. The Faculty of Technology in Tuzla was the first higher education institution in Bosnia and Herzegovina to initiate postgraduate studies in 1963. The first two master's theses were defended in 1965, and the first doctoral dissertation was defended in 1962.Today, the Faculty has a total area of 7,878 square meters, comprising modernly equipped amphitheaters, classrooms, laboratories, a library, and faculty offices. Long-standing practice and constant collaboration with the industry have led to the development of curricula that provide the opportunity for training and educating engineers who have sufficiently broad knowledge to quickly adapt to the demands of the industry.