bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Factors of influence on flood risk perceptions related to Hurricane Dorian: an assessment of heuristics, time dynamics, and accuracy of risk perceptions
Authors: de Wolf Laurine A. , Robinson Peter J. , Botzen W. J. Wouter , Haer Toon , Mol Jantsje M. , Czajkowski Jeffrey
Published: April 2024

Abstract. Flood damage caused by hurricanes is expected to rise globally due to climate and socio-economic change. Enhanced flood preparedness among the coastal population is required to reverse this trend. The decisions and actions taken by individuals are thought to be influenced by risk perceptions. This study investigates the determinants that shape flood risk perceptions and the factors that drive flood risk misperceptions of coastal residents. We conducted a survey among 871 residents in flood-prone areas in Florida during a 5 d period in which the respondents were threatened to be flooded by Hurricane Dorian. This approach allows us to assess temporal dynamics in flood risk perceptions during an evolving hurricane threat. Among 255 of the same households, a follow-up survey was conducted to examine how flood risk perceptions varied after Hurricane Dorian failed to make landfall in Florida. Our results show that the flood experience and social norms have the most consistent relationship with flood risk perceptions. Furthermore, participants indicated that their level of worry regarding the dangers of flooding decreased after the near-miss of Hurricane Dorian compared to their feelings of worry during the hurricane event. Based on our findings, we offer recommendations for improving flood risk communication policies.
The near-wake development of a wind turbine operating in stalled conditions – Part 1: Assessment of numerical models
Authors: Weihing Pascal , Cormier Marion , Lutz Thorsten , Krämer Ewald
Published: April 2024

Abstract. This study comprehensively investigates the near-wake development of a model wind turbine operating at a low tip-speed ratio in stalled conditions. In the present paper, part 1, different ways of representing the turbine, which include a full geometrical representation and modeling by means of the actuator line method, and different approaches for the modeling of turbulence are assessed. The simulation results are compared with particle image velocimetry (PIV) measurements from the MEXICO and New MEXICO experiments. A highly resolved numerical setup was created and a higher-order numerical scheme was applied to target an optimal resolution of the tip vortex development and the wakes of the blades. Besides the classical unsteady Reynolds-averaged methodology, a recently developed variant of the detached-eddy simulation (DES) was employed, which features robust shielding capabilities of the boundary layers and enhanced transition to a fully developed large-eddy simulation (LES) state. Two actuator line simulations were performed in which the aerodynamic forces were either evaluated by means of tabulated data or imposed from the averaged blade loads of the simulation with full blade geometry. The purpose is to distinguish between the effects of the force projection and the force calculation in the underlying blade-element method on the blade wake development. With the hybrid Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes (RANS)–LES approach and the geometrically fully resolved rotor blade, the details of the flow of the detached blade wake could be resolved. The prediction of the wake deficit also agreed very well with the experimental data. Furthermore, the strength and size of the blade tip vortices were correctly predicted. With the linear unsteady Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes (URANS) model, the wake deficit could also be described correctly, yet the size of the tip vortices was massively overestimated. The actuator line method, when fed with forces from the fully resolved simulation, provides very similar results in terms of wake deficit and tip vortices to its fully resolved parent simulation. However, using uncorrected two-dimensional polars shows significant deviations in the wake topology of the inner blade region. This shows that the application in such flow conditions requires models for rotational augmentation. In part 2 of the study, to be published in another paper, the development and the dynamics of the early tip vortex formation are detailed.
Ibn Khaldun’s Labor Theory of Value and the Question of Race
Authors: Karataşli Şahan Savaş , Clark Derek
Published: April 2024

In the first volume of Capital, Marx argued that the labor theory of value could only be discovered in capitalist societies. Building on Marx’s premise, this article examines Ibn Khaldun’s (1377) The Muqaddimah, which presents one of the first labor theories of value in world history. After explaining different elements of Ibn Khaldun’s labor theory of value, the article revisits what Giovanni Arrighi referred to as the “nondebates of the 1970s” and proposes that North Africa was already incorporated into an Italian centered capitalist world-economy in the fourteenth century. Since a key element of Marx’s argument was the impossibility of the emergence of abstract labor in societies (e.g. ancient Greece) which do not have the idea of equality of human beings and human labor, in the latter part, the article analyzes Ibn Khaldun’s theory of race and human equality. We show that Ibn Khaldun, through his comparative and historical observations, acknowledged the equality of all humans and the constructed nature of race, influenced by geography, history, and political economy. The world-historical analysis and theoretical interventions of the article helps us rethink capitalism and racism as two major pillars of modernity.
Credibilidad docente y compromiso académico como predictores de la satisfacción del alumnado universitario no tradiciona
Authors: De-Besa Gutiérrez Manuel , Froment Facundo , Gil Flores Javier
Published: April 2024

Actualmente, el número de alumnado universitario no tradicional que se matricula en estudios universitarios está en alza. Tradicionalmente, este colectivo ha sido relacionado con una serie de hándicaps (laborales, familiares, etc.) que de alguna manera pueden obstaculizar su trayectoria académica. Para la integración y permanencia del alumnado no tradicional en la universidad, diversos factores como la credibilidad docente, el compromiso y la satisfacción académica adquieren especial relevancia al ser elementos que se encuentran relacionados con el rendimiento académico de los estudiantes universitarios. Los objetivos de esta investigación son comparar los niveles de satisfacción académica del alumnado no tradicional respecto al alumnado tradicional y analizar la contribución de la credibilidad docente y el compromiso académico a la explicación de la satisfacción académica en ambas tipologías de alumnado. En el estudio participaron 483 estudiantes de la Universidad de Cádiz, a los que se les aplicaron la Escala de Credibilidad en Profesores Universitarios, la Escala de Engagement en el Aula y la Escala de Satisfacción Académica. Para el análisis de los datos se ejecutaron estadísticos descriptivos y se elaboraron modelos de regresión lineal múltiple de la satisfacción académica sobre las variables credibilidad docente y compromiso académico. Los hallazgos obtenidos muestran, por una parte, que no existen diferencias significativas en el nivel de satisfacción del alumnado no tradicional respecto al alumnado tradicional y, por otra parte, que el compromiso emocional, la percepción de buena voluntad del docente y el compromiso cognitivo predicen la satisfacción académica del alumnado no tradicional, mientras que el compromiso emocional, el compromiso agéntico y la percepción de competencia docente predicen la satisfacción académica del alumnado tradicional. Se destaca la importancia de la credibilidad docente y el compromiso académico en la satisfacción del alumnado universitario y se proponen recomendaciones prácticas para potenciarla.
Competencias docentes para la inclusión de alumnos con necesidades educativas especiales: una revisión sistemática
Authors: Nistal Anta Verónica , López-Aguado Mercedes , Gutiérrez-Provecho Lourdes
Published: April 2024

Introducción: La formación del profesorado para las competencias inclusivas ha ganado importancia recientemente ya que los profesores reconocen la necesidad de estar plenamente formados para ofrecer la mejor respuesta educativa al alumnado con necesidades educativas especiales. El objetivo de esta investigación es realizar una Revisión Sistemática y analizar las publicaciones en base a sus características, temas de investigación y competencias docentes, siguiendo las directrices PRISMA. Método: Se realiza una búsqueda en las bases de datos de Scopus y WoS obteniendo 75 publicaciones entre 2016 y 2022. Se plantean 10 preguntas de investigación enmarcadas dentro de 3 áreas temáticas. Resultados: Los resultados dan respuesta a las preguntas planteadas destacando las características de los artículos, la metodología y método que se ha utilizado en cada estudio, así como las competencias estudiadas. Discusión: Se concluye que las competencias con mayor análisis de estudio están parcialmente relacionadas con las propuestas por la Agencia Nacional de Evaluación de Calidad y Acreditación (ANECA) en los Libros Blancos. A la luz de los resultados, se proponen programas formativos para los docentes que contemplen contenido vinculado con competencias específicas para favorecer la inclusión educativa del alumnado con necesidades educativas especiales.
Diseño y validación de la Escala breve de Actitudes sobre la Didáctica de la Expresión Plástica (EADEP)
Authors: Aparicio Flores María Pilar , Esteve Faubel Rosa Pilar , Fernández-Sogorb Aitana , Gonzálvez Carolina
Published: April 2024

INTRODUCCIÓN. La educación artística influye beneficiosamente en el desarrollo integral del ser humano. Sin embargo, existe una carencia por lo que respecta a su investigación, como también lo es respecto al conocimiento de estas ventajas. Por ese motivo, es de especial relevancia examinar la actitud de los futuros maestros sobre el arte, o de forma más concreta, en cuanto a su didáctica. No obstante, hasta el momento no se han encontrado escalas que evalúen, desde una metodología cuantitativa, las actitudes con respecto a la Didáctica de la Expresión Plástica. Por ese motivo, este trabajo tuvo como objetivo diseñar y validar la Escala breve de Actitudes sobre la Didáctica de la Expresión Plástica (EADEP) y observar la invarianza entre sexos. MÉTODO. Para ello, se partió de una muestra de 190 futuros docentes (Medad = 20.05; DT = 3.67) para un primer estudio y 790 (Medad = 19.88; DT= 4.03) para un segundo. RESULTADOS. El primero de ellos arrojó un factor para la EADEP con adecuadas propiedades psicométricas. El segundo de ellos indicó un buen ajuste de los datos para la estructura unidimensional de la EADEP, manteniéndose invariante en función del sexo. CONCLUSIÓN. Se ofrece, por tanto, un instrumento de medida válido y fiable para la actitud hacia la Didáctica de la Expresión Plástica y se reflexiona sobre la necesidad de aumentar los estudios en este campo.
Tareas escolares y necesidades especiales de apoyo educativo en el confinamiento
Authors: Álvarez Muñoz José Santiago , Hernández Prados Mª Ángeles , Gil Nogüera Juan Antonio
Published: April 2024

El estudio de los deberes escolares ha sido uno de los temas más controvertidos poniendo especial énfasis sobre el tiempo, la cantidad o el formato más idóneo para las diferentes etapas educativas, así como en la necesidad de personalizar las tareas en el alumnado con necesidades educativas especiales. No obstante, la nueva situación de no presencialidad ante el tiempo de pandemia vuelve a situar a la palestra la funcionalidad de los mismos, dando lugar al siguiente estudio cuya finalidad consiste en conocer la percepción de las familias acerca de las tareas escolares durante el confinamiento en función de la presencia de necesidades educativas especiales o no en sus hijos. 1787 familias españolas participaron a través de la cumplimentación de un cuestionario ad hoc compuesto por 41 ítems. Los resultados ponen de manifiesto que los padres que tienen hijos con necesidades educativas especiales encuentran más difíciles y numerosas las tareas escolares, al igual que perciben menos beneficio, aprecian a sus hijos menos capaces para su ejecución y tienen una mayor consideración de estas como obstáculo entre la relación padre e hijos. Se subraya así la necesidad de activar nuevos mecanismos de comunicación y coordinación con las familias que atiendan las nuevas demandas de los alumnos con necesidades especiales ante un escenario educativo más virtual y, además, que los docentes personalicen las tareas escolares y doten de recursos complementarios para el mejor entendimiento de su desempeño.
La investigación sobre el uso del libro de texto de Ciencias Sociales, Geografía e Historia en España: una revisión sistemática
Authors: González-González José-Manuel , Bel Juan Carlos , Colomer Rubio Juan Carlos , Rivero Pilar
Published: April 2024

El libro de texto o manual escolar representa un recurso central de la práctica de aula y ha generado un extraordinario campo de estudio que ha dado como resultado una considerable producción académica y científica. Dentro de estas investigaciones, resulta de interés destacar las llevadas a cabo en campos específicos de conocimiento, como la Didáctica de las Ciencias Sociales, Geografía-Historia, en lo que se refiere al análisis de los elementos textuales y de recursos didácticos. Así, es fundamental también atender a los contextos de transmisión y recepción de este tipo de manuales, como aspecto esencial para comprender el uso efectivo que se hace de ellos.
Para conocer mejor los aspectos en este campo se ha procedido a realizar una revisión sistemática de la literatura (SLR) basada en los principios de la declaración PRISMA de un total de 24 referencias publicadas en el ámbito español sobre una base inicial de 1841 trabajos. Estos estudios, extraídos de las bases de datos WOS, Scopus, Dialnet, Teseo y ERIC fueron analizados teniendo en cuenta su carácter etnográfico o empírico, excluyendo los estudios de naturaleza teórica.
Los principales resultados apuntan a un aumento de los estudios sobre el uso del libro de texto, aunque muy limitados al formato en papel y sin considerar los libros digitales, escala geográfica (estudios regionales) y etapa (Secundaria o Bachillerato). Esto vendría a explicarse por las propias limitaciones de acceso, la formación de los/as investigadores/as y la complejidad en el análisis de un material escolar central para la práctica educativa.
Competencias de Investigación y Reflexión en Formación Inicial Docente
Authors: González Ramírez Carolina , Cárdenas- Claros M´ónica , Venegas René
Published: April 2024

Estudios recientes han valorado el grado de desarrollo de competencias de investigación y reflexión de profesores en formación y para ello han diseñado diversos cuestionarios, inventarios y escalas de percepción. Sin embargo, sus autores no declaran los grados de validez y confiabilidad de dichos instrumentos lo que dificulta su replicabilidad, la construcción de metaanálisis y limita el avance de esta área del conocimiento. De acuerdo con lo anterior, se presentan dos estudios: el primero, describe el proceso de diseño y validación del Cuestionario de Competencias de Investigación y Reflexión en la Formación Inicial Docente (CCIR-FID) con el propósito de facilitar su aplicación en otros contextos. El segundo, busca determinar el nivel de competencias de investigación y reflexión que 162 profesores en formación declaran poseer a partir de la aplicación del CCIR-FID. Los hallazgos indican que el CCIR-FID es un instrumento confiable y replicable. Además, se identifican cuatro competencias descendidas: (1) falta de conocimiento de herramientas para el análisis de datos cualitativos y cuantitativos, (2) conocimiento sobre metodología para el tratamiento y análisis de datos cualitativos, (3) falta de conocimiento sobre consideraciones éticas y (4) identificación de problemas de investigación. Asimismo, las competencias mayormente desarrolladas atienden a competencias transversales como trabajo colaborativo, toma de decisiones y competencias de reflexión. Proyecciones del estudio al igual que limitaciones también se describen.
Gender-specific reference values of dynamometric and non-dynamometric trunk performance in individuals with different body fat percentages: A preliminary study
Authors: Tangri Shiksha , Goyal Kanu , Goyal Manu , Wanjari Mayur
Published: April 2024

Trunk muscles maintain steady effort with adequate strength and endurance. When the muscle performance is subpar, it might cause lower back discomfort. No reference for trunk strength and endurance has been established previously. The aim of this study was to determine the normative reference values for dynamometric and non-dynamometric tests in people with various body fat percentages. Two hundred sixty-four participants aged 19–40 years old were recruited in this cross-sectional study. The Siri equation was used to calculate the individuals body fat proportions, which were divided into normal, high, and very high body fat for men and women. The Modified Sorenson's and the Back-Leg-Chest Dynamometric tests were utilized to measure muscular performance. The means of strength in females with normal, high, and very high body fat percentages were 27.39, 25.75, and 25.37 N/m2, respectively. The males in the same category had the means of 56.48, 51.79, and 60.17 N/m2, respectively. The highest mean of endurance in females was in those with normal body fat percentage (42.28), so did males (71.02). Our findingssuggest that males had higher trunk muscle strength and endurance than females, and normal-body-fat individuals had the greatest endurance regardless of gender.
Association between NT-proBNP level and the number of stents with major advanced cardiovascular events (MACE) in patients with multivessel coronary artery disease treated with percutaneous coronary intervention: A prospective cohort study
Authors: Subkhan Muhammad , Heriansyah Teuku , Munirwan Haris , Purnawarman Adi , Dimiati Herlina
Published: April 2024

Complex revascularization strategies, particularly complete revascularization, are controversial in coronary artery disease (CAD), and data supporting routine revascularization in stable CAD is lacking. The importance of percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) in CAD and N-terminal pro-brain natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP), which has been studied as a predictor of major advanced cardiovascular events (MACE) in CAD patients, still requires further research. The aim of this study was to determine the association between NT-proBNP levels and the number of stents with MACE incidence in CAD cases. A prospective cohort study was conducted in both types of CAD (acute coronary syndrome (ACS) and chronic coronary syndrome (CCS)). The NT-proBNP levels were measured pre- and post-PCI using fluorescence immunoassay, while MACE was assessed three months post-PCI. The Student t-test was used to compare the levels of NT-proBNP between pre- and post-PCI and between those who had MACE and did not; both in patients treated with single or multiple stenting groups. A total of 32 CAD patients were recruited, consisting of 20 ACS cases and 12 CCS cases. NT-proBNP levels post-PCI increased significantly in both ACS and CCS patients compared to pre-PCI either among those treated with single and multiple stentings. MACE occurred in 4 (12.5%) out of a total of 32 patients, all of which occurred in ACS patients treated with multiple stentings. Those who had MACE had higher post-PCI NT-proBNP levels compared to those who did not have MACE (23,703.50 vs 11,600.17 pg/mL, p=0.013). This study highlights the association between elevated NT-proBNP levels and multiple stenting with the presence of MACE in CAD patients, particularly in ACS cases.
EPIDEMIOLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF MORBIDITY AND MORTALITY FROM CANCER OF THE UTERINE BODY OF THE POPULATION OF ALMATY IN 2012-2022
Authors: Imasheva B. , Kamaliev М. , Lokshin V. , ШИНБОЛАТОВА А. , КИСЕЛЕВА М. , ТУРЕХАНОВА А. , ДЖЕКСЕМБЕКОВА А.
Published: April 2024

Relevance: Cancer of the uterine body (CUB) is one of the most common types of malignant neoplasms and ranks 6th among the most frequently diagnosed cancers in women in the world. Despite the improvement of treatment methods, the incidence and mortality from CUB remain high. According to forecasts by the International Agency for Research on Cancer, by 2040, the incidence of CUB is expected to increase by more than 50%. Therefore, studying the epidemiological features of CUB is important for developing prevention and treatment strategies.

The study aimed to analyze the morbidity and mortality from CUB in the female population of Almaty in 2012-2022.

Methods: The material for the study was data from the information system «Electronic Register of Inpatient Patients» on newly identified cases and those registered at the dispensary with a histologically confirmed diagnosis of CUB «Malignant neoplasm of the uterine body» (From 54 to ICD-10) of the population of Almaty for the period from 2012 to 2022. Epidemiological indicators were calculated per 100,000 female population. The absolute growth, growth rate, and visibility indicators were calculated to analyze changes in intensive indicators over time. The database was formed, and the results were statistically processed using Microsoft Excel and the SPSS Statistics 26 statistical package.

Results: There was an increase in the crude incidence of CUB in the female population of Almaty in 2012-2022 by 3.14 times. The incidence of CUB increased with age, where the peak incidence was noted in the age group of 60-64 years (58.9±8.68 cases per 100,000 female population 95% CI = 39.5-78.2). Mortality from CUB decreased from 13.5 cases in 2012 to 1.3 cases per 100,000 female population in 2022 (10.4 times).

Conclusion: The conducted epidemiological analysis showed the need for further detailed study of the risk factors contributing to the occurrence of CUB and improvement of the activities of health services, starting from the primary health care level.
Exploring the nexus between innovation orientation, green supply chain management, and organizational performance in e-retailing industry
Authors: Alzoubi Haitham M. , Alshurideh Muhammad Turki , Khatib Mounir El , Shamout Mohamed Dawood , Yanamandra Ramakrishna , Nair Kiran , Al-Gharaibeh Shehadeh Mofleh
Published: April 2024

This study aims to evaluate the influence of green supply chain management (GSCM) on organizational performance, taking into account the mediating role of innovation orientation. This study serves as a crucial resource for the e-commerce sector, providing insights to identify operational gaps and to implement cutting-edge GSCM practices. The findings are valuable for organizations aiming to refine their processes and achieve their business goals in a competitive environment. Utilizing a quantitative research methodology, this study examines the online retail industry in the UAE. A convenience clustered sample of 165 companies in Dubai was analyzed using SmartPLS 4.0 to identify patterns and insights. The results indicate a significant positive correlation between GSCM and organizational performance. Innovation orientation emerges as a substantial mediating factor, highlighting its crucial role in enhancing organizational efficiency and effectiveness. This research paves the way for future studies to explore additional influential factors within the online retail sector. Investigating the roles of customer satisfaction and loyalty as independent variables, along with digitalization as a mediating factor, could provide comprehensive insights into their collective impact on organizational performance. For the online retail sector, the adoption of innovative GSCM practices, such as green purchasing and investment recovery, is essential to improve organizational performance. The expanding trend of e-commerce highlights the potential for organizations to examine various factors that contribute to sustainable competitive advantages.
Factors affecting customer retention of e-marketplace industries through Stimulus-Organism-Response (SOR) model and mediating effect
Authors: Saewanee Cholthida , Napalai Jaruwan , Jaroenwanit Pensri
Published: April 2024

This research aims to study the factors influencing customer retention of E-Marketplace businesses by applying the SOR theory and the mediating effect by examining the relationship between value perception, customer engagement, brand loyalty, and customer retention variables by creating a model based on the SOR theory to study the influence of environmental factors that will lead to customer retention mechanisms. The study focused on a sample group of 426 people who have used E-Marketplace services using an online questionnaire as a research tool. The model was analyzed using the CFA and the hypothesis was tested using the SEM analysis. The results showed that stimuli (S), such as customer value perception, had a strong positive influence and a crucial role in the development and creation of a mechanism for assessing individuals' internal feelings (O) on two variables, customer engagement, brand loyalty, and directly influence customer retention. Furthermore, significant evidence also showed that brand loyalty has an important role as a mediator between customer value perception and customer retention, which is the outcome factor (R) of this study. This structural model can explain customer engagement and retention up to 86.50 percent. Therefore, this research has value as a theory and guideline in formulating an operational strategy for E-Marketplace businesses.
A Study on Assessment of Risk Factors, Prescribing Patterns, and Role of Statins in Coronary Artery Disease patients
Authors: CH. Sridevi , Azreen Asfiya , Shekinah Bathula , Sarika Bollam , Priyamsha Boora
Published: April 2024

The American College of Cardiology (ACC) released guidelines for managing cholesterol in 2018, and procedures for primary and secondary prevention treatment options followed. According to the Collaborative Atorvastatin Diabetes Study (CARDS), a specific population experienced a considerable decline in cardiovascular events. The statistics estimate that statins could add a year to the life expectancy of Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) patients. Objective: The study's primary goals are to identify prescribing trends, the function of statins, and patient responses to questions concerning risk factors and lifestyle choices. Methods: In the cardiology department of a tertiary care hospital, a prospective observational study was carried out for six months. The number of patients enrolled was one hundred fifty. The hospital preceptor carefully checked, vetted and confirmed the data obtained before entering it into a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet for further study. Results: Of the total collected cases, men made up 73.3%, and women comprised 26.6%. The most prescribed statin is Atorvastatin (78.6%). The primary risk factor in Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) is Hypertension (80%), followed by Hyperlipidemia (66.6%) and Diabetes Mellitus (40%), past Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) history (13.3%), thyroid disorders (3.33%). Conclusion: The regularly prescribed statin is Atorvastatin (93%) because of its increased renal safety and cost-effectiveness compared to other statins. Therefore, attention should be paid to following the prescribing patterns of statins. Hypertension is the leading comorbid condition causing Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), followed by Hyperlipidemia, Diabetes Mellitus, patients with a history of CoronaryArtery Disease (CAD), and thyroid disorders (hypothyroidism).
Preparation of Solid Dispersion Systems for Natural Chitosan from Mangrove Crab (Scylla serrata) Shell: Physical Characterization and In Vitro Cholesterol-Binding Evaluation
Authors: Imtihani Hilya N. , Prasetya Rahmad A. , Permatasari Silfiana N.
Published: April 2024

The present study aimed to improve the cholesterol reduction capability of poorly water-soluble chitosan from mangrove crab (Scylla serrata) shells, which is prepared into solid dispersion (SD). As an anti-cholesterol agent, chitosan requires solubility enhancement, which can be facilitated in the SD system. SD was made using a solvent evaporation technique employing two carriers: Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose (HPMC) and Polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) K-30. To compare its effectivity, direct physical mixtures (PM) were used with the same carriers and varied into eight formulas: chitosan:PVP K-30 = SD1 (1:1), PM1 (1:1), SD2 (1:2), PM2 (1:2); chitosan:HPMC = SD3 (1:0.25), PM3 (1:0.25), SD4 (1:0.5), PM4 (1:0.5). These formulas were characterized using SEM, XRD, and FTIR prior to in vitro cholesterol-binding evaluation. SEM results indicate that SD formulas were relatively bigger in average particle surface area than PM, except for SD1. This particle size correlates with the in vitro test, showing that SD formulas have a slightly higher cholesterol-binding capacity than PM, and SD2 had the largest cholesterol reduction percentage, which was 29.57%. The XRD evaluation showed that particles are amorphous, which can facilitate the solubility process. Meanwhile, FTIR evaluation illustrated no reaction between the active ingredient of chitosan and the carrier in the SD system.
Therapeutic Strategies in Oral Cancer - A Review
Authors: R Sangeetha. , Rajendiran Deepa , R Soniya. , S Savithri.
Published: April 2024

Oral cancer is a global concern, with India contributing to one-third of total cases. The primary causes of the oral cancer include tobacco, alcohol, unhygienic practices, periodontal diseases, and viral infections. Treatment options include surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy, which are expensive and limited in affordability. Conventional therapies can harbor toxicities, weakening the immune system. The emphasis on the development of novel therapeutic strategies for combatting oral cancer is the need of the hour. This review provides an overviewof both the conventional therapies which are a part of thetreatment regimen in oral cancer along with the novel therapies on the upfront such as the CRISPR/CAS technology, photodynamic therapy, Nanotheranostics etc.
Circular Economy Strategies in Supply Chain Management: Towards Zero Waste.
Authors: Elma Sibonghanoy Groenewald
Published: April 2024

The pursuit of a circular economy has emerged as a viable solution to address the environmental and economic challenges posed by traditional linear production and consumption models. In this context, the integration of circular economy principles within supply chain management has garnered attention as a means to achieve zero waste and enhance sustainability. [1],[2] This paper explores the application of circular economy strategies in supply chain management, focusing on the transition towards zero waste. Through a comprehensive analysis of existing literature, case studies, and best practices, the paper examines key principles, challenges, and opportunities associated with adopting circular economy strategies in supply chains. It highlights the importance of design for circularity, resource optimization, collaboration, and integration across supply chain tiers. Furthermore, the paper discusses the role of stakeholders, policy frameworks, and technological advancements in facilitating the transition to a circular economy. By synthesizing insights from various sources, this paper provides a holistic understanding of the implications and benefits of integrating circular economy strategies in supply chain management. Ultimately, it underscores the importance of businesses embracing sustainability and innovation to create more resilient and efficient supply chains while minimizing environmental impact.
MATHEMATICAL MODEL OF IRON REMOVAL IN THE PROCESS OF IN-SITU TREATMENT OF GROUNDWATER
Authors: RASHKEVICH H. , YUSHCHENKO V. , MAKAROV E. , DEMENCHUK A.
Published: April 2024

The article shows that the boundary conditions given in the literature for the system of model equations describing the process of in-situ treatment of groundwater contain inaccuracies and typos and do not make it possible to obtain a solution that meets real conditions. To find such a solution, a boundary condition is proposed for the concentration of deposited oxygen at the mobile boundary of the contact of groundwater and previously injected aerated water.
Hacia una ecología mediática de la IA generativa: la obra creativa en la era de la automatización
Authors: Aguado-Terrón Juan Miguel , Grandío-Pérez María del Mar
Published: April 2024

La inteligencia artificial generativa (IAG) constituye una forma compleja y efectiva de tecnología de aprendizaje automático que suscita un amplio debate social acerca de sus límites y posibilidades. En este sentido, una mirada analítica desde la ecología de medios nos ofrece un marco interesante para identificar interrelaciones entre los distintos problemas y desafíos derivados de esta tecnología emergente. Este artículo delimita los rasgos de la IA Generativa como medio inscrito en la ecología mediática y recurre a las herramientas conceptuales de las leyes de los medios que formularon Marshall y Eric McLuhan para reflexionar sobre la obra creativa en la era de la automatización: las leyes de la extensión, obsolescencia, recuperación y reversión. Entre las cuestiones abordadas destacan las implicaciones de la IA Generativa como tecnología de codificación de las representaciones, la pérdida de la referencialidad y trazabilidad de la obra, el futuro de la propiedad intelectual y su impacto en las industrias creativas, así como el retorno y revalorización de las experiencias compartidas o la performance.
Effective Altruists Need Not Be Pronatalist Longtermists
Authors: Rulli Tina
Published: April 2024

Effective altruism encourages people to donate their money to the most effective, efficient charities. Some effective altruists believe that taking a longtermist priority—benefitting far-off future, enormous generations—is one of the best ways to use our resources. This paper explains how the longtermist argument as laid out by William MacAskill in his book What We Owe the Future, is unconvincing. MacAskill argues that we should ensure that the future is very well-populated on the assumption that it will be on balance good over bad. This reasoning, however, fails to account for additional moral considerations that most people would endorse. The present critique of pronatalist longtermism advances a critical benefit theory compatible with putting our energy into preventing and alleviating serious harms to actual future generations without intensive pronatalism.
Is Saul Right That Lying Is No Worse than Misleading?
Authors: Wang Ancheng
Published: April 2024

In the moral philosophy field, whether lying is not inferior to misleading remains a highly contested topic. However, current studies in the moral studies field have not applied the deliberative approach and evaluative approach to analyze whether lying is preferable than misleading. Typical philosophers like Jennifer Saul argue that lying is no worse than misleading. This paper, nonetheless, will critically examine her theory by applying the deliberative approach and evaluative approach since no previous study has done so, and by conducting ethical justification according to the essence of lying and misleading. Meanwhile, this paper will address that successful lying is not inferior to merely intentional misleading, while misleading is superior to lying in exceptional situations, and that lying is inferior to mere attempted misleading, and successful lying is morally inferior to intended misleading.
Reforms on the WTO Dispute Settlement System from the Perspective of the Appellate Body
Authors: Wang Xinyue
Published: April 2024

With the deepening of the trade distribution between great powers, such as the US-China trade war, there are a lot of problems with the system of the WTO. The WTO should be reformed to address these problems. This paper specifies the reforms of the WTO Dispute Settlement System from the perspective of the Appellate Body. It expounds on the background of the suspension of the Appellate Body, the US's claims on the Appellate Body, and the necessity to function the Appellate Body. Finally, several measures to reform the Appellate Body, such as establishing the compliance committee and the vote selection system, monetary compensation, and recovering credibility, are put forward in this paper.
A Literature Review on Social and Cultural Factors That Increase the Likelihood of Mental Illness Development in Developing Countries
Authors: Gu Yingfei
Published: April 2024

Mental health issues have been widely proven crucial for social and economic development and well-being, remaining a significant challenge for developing countries. This paper aims to explore and discuss a number of social and cultural factors that contribute to the prevalence of mental illnesses in developing countries, including low social and economic status and low income, high unemployment and emigration levels, poorly developed mental healthcare system, high birth rate and fertility rate, high dependence on primary industry, low educational level, and stereotypes within society. Mechanisms of the above key risk factors are evaluated. This paper can be used to understand the current obstacles for developing countries to improve citizens mental well-being and livelihood and provide information for further interventions and policies to address mental health issues.
Obedience and Authoritarian Parenting Style in China
Authors: Chen Qiaoyu
Published: April 2024

The chief aim of this paper is to explore the relationship between authoritarian parenting style and obedience among the middle class of mainland China, meanwhile determining the effect of self-esteem as an intermediate between two variables. We will replicate the Milgram experiment on obedience in this study with a few altered conditions and the self-esteem questionnaire that Rosenberg developed. Derived from results presented in former research, our study suggests that there exists a correlation between authoritarian parenting style and obedience. Additionally, both variables have a significant relationship with self-esteem.
Role of International Arbitration in Resolving International Disputes and Analysis of Examples
Authors: Li Xinze
Published: April 2024

The international community often uses international arbitration to resolve international disputes, and in arbitration, the parties often challenge the jurisdiction of the arbitration. This paper first discusses the three characteristics of international arbitration and four main types of international arbitration public organizations and then addresses the issues associated with the jurisdiction of international arbitration. In this part, it includes the definition as well as the scope of jurisdiction, and the factors considered in establishing it are mentioned, also the current problems of jurisdiction. In the second part, the paper discusses and analyzes todays jurisdictional disputes through four international arbitration cases related to territory and sea. These cases discuss the conditions for the use and scope of compulsory jurisdiction and the treatment of arbitrations traditionally outside the jurisdiction of the court by a particular court are addressed, and the cases also deal with the problem of who decides if the arbitral tribunal has jurisdiction. About final section, discusses by way of example, the gradual expansion of arbitration jurisdiction today and the many problems that may exist as a result of this trend, such as the pressures placed on arbitrators and arbitral tribunals and implications for the nature of arbitral tribunals.
Methods to Improve State Compliance in International Legal System: Focusing on Theoretical and Practical Fields
Authors: Deng Chenfei
Published: April 2024

Improvements in state compliance with international legal rules have been the focus of numerous research papers since the effectiveness of international law depends on state adherence to international legal rules. This paper uses the Managerial School, Reputational Theory, and Paris Agreement to emphasize some key points relating to existing improvement methods. The key points include rational managerial methods in the international community, the importance of reputation and information transparency, the leading of influential nations, and international institutions' roles. Results from the solutions suggest that national interests and self-regulation are central ideas of state adherence. This study also offers supporting evidence of the central ideas and investigates theoretical and practical methods to improve state compliance with international law.
Operant Conditioning in Child Psychology: Understanding the Influence of Rewards and Punishments on Childrens Behavior
Authors: Hu Jiaxi
Published: April 2024

Operant conditioning was developed by American psychologist B.F. Skinner in the middle of the 20th century after extensive research on the principles of operant conditioning. Operant conditioning is an important concept in the field of psychology, especially child psychology. It focuses on the relationship between behavior and its consequences as a specific learning process. Operant conditioning emphasizes how behavior is influenced by rewards and punishments and ultimately determines the frequency and persistence of behavior. Overall, operant conditioning is highly relevant in child psychology, which provides practical tools for shaping and modifying childrens behaviors and habits. For parents, educators, and clinical psychologists, appropriate rewards and punishments can help children develop positive behavior patterns and reduce the occurrence of undesirable behaviors.
Analysis of the Development Status of the Sharing Economy
Authors: Liao Ziyan
Published: April 2024

With the progress of society, people's lives have undergone great changes, and the sharing economy has also been widely used. The development of the sharing economy mainly comes from scientific and technological progress, social and economic change, environmental and sustainable development, and the transformation of the international economy. The sharing economy realizes the sharing of resources through the Internet to achieve sustainable economic growth and resource allocation, while also promoting the development of the environment. The sharing economy is a new product, that is developing but still has a lot of shortcomings, including legal and regulatory blind spots, information security not guaranteed, and expansion of products and scale. If the sharing economy wants to achieve sustainable development and healthy development, it needs to improve and innovate to the existing degree and take the road of sustainable development. This paper uses the literature analysis method to study the development status of the sharing economy through the Internet and the existing difficulties of the sharing economy, in addition to the current development status of the sharing economy model, unsolved problems, and countermeasures and suggestions for future development. The development of the sharing economy requires the joint efforts of the government, the platform, and the copper pot to promote the sustainable development of the sharing economy industry. In addition, in the future, the sharing economy is expected to continue to expand, with continuous improvement and innovation to make sharing more convenient and efficient, and can well meet customer needs.
Research on the Management Mode of Enterprise Warehouse Operation--Taking JD Logistics as an Example
Authors: Huang Liyun
Published: April 2024

Logistics enterprises in China have been promoting the digital economy in recent years. Warehouse management, as a vital part of logistics, has been enjoying a multitude of benefits brought by the Digital Age. However, challenges and interests coexist. This research adopts a case study approach. By analyzing the warehouse management mode of JD Logistics, this research identifies the potential application weaknesses of digital tech, including high costs, rapidly evolving technology and logistics systems, and the introduction of high-end talents. In light of these potential problems, this research suggests a myriad number of solutions. As an illustration, strengthening cooperation with relevant enterprises, enhancing the establishment of a platform for sharing resources within enterprises, appropriately adopting the Gig Economy, and cooperating with universities to carry out talent training programs are highly recommended. Through the above initiatives, this paper hopes to assist JD logistics in grappling with the high O&M costs, rapid technology iteration, and difficulty in recruiting professional talents. These findings hope to optimize management methods and enhance the efficiency of warehouse management, which will improve the service quality of JD logistics and help it achieve further breakthroughs in digital transformation. Furthermore, this paper also wishes to facilitate the digital transformation of logistics enterprises in China, in order to fuel the growth of the logistics industry.
Discussion on Strengthening the Reimbursement Management of Scientific Research Funds in Institutions of Higher Learning under the Background of"Streamlining Administration and Delegating Power"
Authors: Guo Qianyu , Liu Wen
Published: April 2024

since the eighteenth congress, the CPC Central Committee and the State Council issued "on further perfecting the central government scientific research project funds management policy several opinions" and a series of optimization of scientific research funds management policy documents, stimulate scientific research personnel innovation, but the financial reimbursement process and procedures are relatively complex, how to balance the free financial control and the contradiction between strict financial regulation is more and more prominent, increase the communication cost of scientific research personnel and financial personnel. Based on the background of"streamlining administration and delegating power", this paper takes the reimbursement of scientific research funds as the starting point, analyzes the problems of reimbursement of the department, discusses how to strengthen the reimbursement management of colleges and universities from the perspectives of financial personnel and researchers, and puts forward optimization measures, so as to improve the financial operation efficiency of colleges and universities.
Research on Legal Issues of Big Data Discriminatory Pricing
Authors: Guo Ruichen
Published: April 2024

With the rapid development of the Internet and the widespread application of big data technology, the phenomenon of big data discriminatory pricing has gradually emerged and attracted widespread attention. In fact, the use of big data can have many beneficial effects, especially reducing transaction costs and providing convenience to consumers. However, big data discriminatory pricing harms the rights of consumers, not only violates consumers' rights to personal information, right to know, and right to fair trade, but also affects people's trust in the development of new technologies, which is not conducive to the development of the big data industry. This article analyzes the concepts, characteristics, properties, current legal regulations and regulatory dilemmas of big data discriminatory pricing, and proposes scientific and rational ways to improve supervision, complaint mechanisms, relevant laws and regulations and other methods to safeguard consumer rights. It is hoped that it can help standardize the current big data discriminatory pricing and provide guidance for future legislation.