bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Implementation of Sliding Surface Moving Anfis Based Sliding Mode Control to Rotary Inverted Pendulum
Authors: AYDIN Muhammet , YAKUT Oğuz
Published: June 2023

This study covers the control of the pendulum angle by taking into account the dynamic equations and motor dynamics of the rotary inverted pendulum system, with the help of state variables in the Matlab program, by using the sliding mode control method with sliding surface moving and the adaptive neural fuzzy inference system together. The sliding mode control method with a changing sliding surface is a part of the control structure. The slope of the sliding surface was calculated using the adaptive neural fuzzy inference technique. The optimum values of the coefficients in the adaptive neural-fuzzy inference system structure have been calculated by genetic algorithm. The finding of the coefficients, the sum of the squares of the errors chosen as the objective function. The input of the adaptive neural fuzzy inference system structure consists of the error of the pendulum and the derivative of the error of the pendulum. The gradient of the sliding surface of the sliding mode control structure is the output of the adaptive neural fuzzy inference system structure. According to the findings, the pendulum angle achieved the appropriate reference value after 1.5 seconds, with an error of around zero. It obtained that the engine torque value reaches up to 50 Nm. From here, it is seen that the motor torque values used in practical applications and the motor torque values as a result of this study overlap.
Fırçasız Doğru Akım Motorunun PI Tabanlı Hız Kontrol Sisteminin Tasarımı ve Uygulaması
Authors: GÜNEŞ İbrahim , ERYILMAZ Muharrem Mert , ÖZER Tolga
Published: June 2023

Doğru akım (DA) motorları yüksek verim, yüksek tork, sessiz çalışma ve kullanım kolaylığı gibi özellikleri nedeniyle geçmişten günümüze birçok farklı alanda kullanılmıştır. Geçmişte kolay sürülebilmesi nedeniyle çoğunlukla Fırçalı DA Motorları (FLDAM) kullanılmış olsa da güç elektroniği uygulamalarındaki gelişmeler ile bakım gerektirmeyen Fırçasız DA Motorları (FSDAM) yaygın olarak kullanılmaya başlanmıştır. FSDAM kullanımı arttıkça bu motorların sürme devreleri ve hız kontrol algoritmaları hakkında yeni çalışmalar yapılmaktadır. Bu çalışmada, PSIM programı kullanılarak PID kontrollü FSDAM sürücü devresi simülasyon modeli oluşturulmuş ve FSDAM hız kontrolü başarılı bir şekilde gerçekleştirilmiştir. Simülasyon sonuçlarının doğruluğunu teyit edebilmek için FSDAM test düzeneği hazırlanmıştır. FSDAM sürücü devresi güç katında dahili sürücülü 3 fazlı yarım köprü devresi içeren Mitsubishi PM50RL1A120 IPM modülü kullanılmıştır. FSDAM hız kontrolü Texas TMS320F28335 DSP işlemci ile gerçekleştirilmiştir. FSDAM test düzeneğinin başarımı osiloskop görüntüleri ile teyit edilmiştir.
Investigation of Some Azo Dyes by QSAR Method and Acute Toxicity Test with Daphnia Magna
Authors: KEŞKEK KARABULUT Yasemin , YALÇIN GÜRKAN Yelda
Published: June 2023

Azo dyes represent the most important class of textile dyes. Biotransformation of azo dyes can release aromatic amines. It is well known that some aromatic amines have genotoxic and/or carcinogenic properties. In this study, it was aimed to investigate the effects of azo dyes, which are composed of aromatic amines, and are widely used in the textile industry, on the environment using acute water toxicity test. The acute water toxicity test using Daphnia Magna was investigated experimentally and theoretically. The OECD QSAR Toolbox program, which has recently attracted attention in theoretical studies and is also used in international regulations, has been preferred. As a result of the studies, it was seen that the experimental and theoretical results gave parallel results. This study showed that theoretical studies can be substituted for experimental studies in order to reduce cost, time, and animal mortality in acute toxicity tests on Daphnia Magna. In addition, according to the results of this study, it was found by experimental and theoretical methods that Basic Yellow 28, Disperse Blue 291, and Disperse Brown 27-1 azo dye are ecotoxicologically toxic.
The use of the Theory of Planned Behaviour as a Conceptual Framework to Understand and Promote Health Recommendations During the First Wave of Covid-19 in Mexico City
Authors: Álvarez Agüí Nuria , Cáceres Nieto Enrique , García Martínez Manuel Alejandro , Hernández Cervantes Josafat I. , López Bejarano Rosa Lidia , Soto Mota Pablo Ignacio , Vargas López Adrián
Published: June 2023

In this study, we apply the Theory of Planned Behavior to understand the factors that explained adherence to health recommendations during the first wave of Covid-19 in Mexico City. To do this, we designed and implemented an online survey on prevention measures. In addition, we generate an empirical correlate of the Theory of Planned Behavior to hypothesize about correlations between variables in the survey. In addition, we included four simple experiments in the survey. We found that norms, attitudes and perception of control are correlated with the planning and adoption of preventive actions. In the experiments we observe (1) that corruption reduces the credibility of the government with respect to the health crisis, (2) doctors are more persuasive about prevention, and (3) masks generate feelings of security. We conclude that the Theory of Planned Behavior is useful to make sense of data from surveys like ours. We encourage governments in developing countries to use methods like ours to collect and interpret data, even if provisional, to respond to future health crises.
Variables asociadas al uso de internet en personas mayores
Authors: González González Alejandro , Andrade Palos Patricia , Betancourt Ocampo Diana , Sánchez Hernández María Enriqueta
Published: June 2023

Due to the global increase in the population aged 60 years or older, it has been sought to know the role of technological tools to promote well-being in this population group, however, most of the studies that have been carried out provide information mainly from developed countries, and the characteristics of this sector of the population in Latin American countries are known to a lesser extent; therefore, this quantitative research of non-experimental, cross-sectional and explanatory design, the relationship of some sociodemographic and psychological variables (health perception, loneliness and attitude towards computers) with the use of the Internet in older people was analyzed. A total of 4,588 elderly people participated (62.1% women and 37.9% men), with a mean age of 70.15 years. Instruments that evaluated attitudes towards computers, perception of loneliness, use of technological tools and a questionnaire with sociodemographic questions were applied. The results of the logistic regression showed that increased efficiency and interest in computers, better perception of health, higher income and school level, as well as lower age and loneliness, are associated with an increased probability that older people use the internet frequently.
Brechas digitales: insumo para estrategias metodológicas de lectura crítica
Authors: Llano Saavedra Janeth Fernanda , Cano Vargas Gloria Cecilia , Mena Barco Jhon Jairo , García Arango David Alberto
Published: June 2023

Esta investigación buscó identificar y comparar las brechas digitales y el desempeño en lectura crítica de los estudiantes de grado sexto de los colegios adventistas Villavicencio y Granada en el departamento del Meta y Maranatha de San José del Guaviare, en Colombia, para desarrollar estrategias metodológicas dirigidas a fortalecer algunas competencias en lectura crítica. El estudio se realizó con un enfoque mixto de alcance exploratorio, que incluyó el diseño, aplicación y validación de consistencia interna utilizando Alfa de Cronbach, de un instrumento para la obtención de las brechas digitales. El análisis del desempeño en lectura crítica mostró que no existen diferencias significativas en los resultados logrados por los estudiantes en las pruebas efectuadas desde su lugar de residencia y las aplicadas bajo la modalidad de alternancia. Respecto a las brechas digitales, se encontró que la totalidad de estudiantes tiene acceso a dispositivos electrónicos y a internet, algunos presentaron brecha digital de uso. También, se identificó una brecha de tipo competencial debido a la dedicación diaria a las redes sociales y a los juegos online. Estos hallazgos fueron insumo para las estrategias metodológicas mediadas por tecnología con las cuales captar el interés de los estudiantes en los procesos académicos.
Overexpression of BRD4 in Gastric Cancer and its Clinical Significance as
a Novel Therapeutic Target
Authors: Zhang Mengying , Huang Hong , Wei Meijiao , Sun Mengjia , Deng Guojin , Hu Shuiqing , Wang Hongbo , Gong Yanling
Published: June 2023

Background:

BRD4 is a member of the bromodomain and extra terminal domain (BET)
family of proteins, containing two bromodomains and one extra terminal domain, and is overexpressed
in several human malignancies. However, its expression in gastric cancer has not yet been well illustrated.

Objective:

This study aimed to elucidate the overexpression of BRD4 in gastric cancer and its clinical
significance as a novel therapeutic target.

Methods:

Fresh gastric cancer tissues and paraffin-embedded specimens of gastric cancer patients
were collected, and the BRD4 expression was examined by Western Blot Analysis (WB) and Immunohistochemistry
Analysis (IHC), respectively. The possible relationship between BRD4 expression
and the clinicopathological features as well as survival in gastric cancer patients was analyzed. The
effect of BRD4 silencing on human gastric cancer cell lines was investigated by MTT assay, WB,
wound healing assay, and Transwell invasion.

Results:

The results showed that the expression level in tumor tissues and adjacent tissues was significantly
higher than that in normal tissues, respectively (P < 0.01). BRD4 expression level in gastric
cancer tissues was strongly correlated with the degree of tumor differentiated degree (P = 0.033), regional
lymph nodes metastasis (P = 0.038), clinical staging (P = 0.002), and survival situation (P =
0.000), while the gender (P = 0.564), age (P = 0.926) and infiltrating depth (P = 0.619) of patients
were not associated. Increased BRD4 expression resulted in poor overall survival (P = 0.003). In in
vitro assays, BRD4 small interfering RNA resulted in significantly decreased BRD4 protein expression,
therefore inhibiting proliferation, migration, and invasion of gastric cancer cells.

Conclusion:

BRD4 might be a novel biomarker for the early diagnosis, prognosis, and therapeutic target
in gastric cancer.
Prediction of Fragmentation Pathway of Azilsartan Protonated Ion Using
High Resolution Mass Spectrometry (HR-MS/MS) with Q-TOF Analyzer-
A Perspective Study
Authors: Alluri Chandramohan , Naramsetti Kiran Kumar , Sharma Ganapavarapu Veera Raghava
Published: June 2023

Introduction:

UPLC coupled with a high-resolution mass analyzer i.e, Q-TOF analyzer with
electrospray ionization (ESI) source using collision-induced dissociation (CID) method was applied to
study the characteristic product ions of azilsartan protonated ion.

Method:

The experimental results of high-resolution mass spectra explained the elemental compositions
of product ions accurately and reasonable fragmentation pathways were proposed for azilsartan protonated
ions. Calculated mass error in parts per million (ppm) for molecular ions and product ions and results
of mass error found from this study from 0.2 ppm to 3.5 ppm.

Result:

The characteristic fragmentation pathways were helpful to analyze and interpret the stability and
possible degradation pathway of the parent ion.

Conclusion:

The present study explains the significant role of high-resolution mass spectrometry in the
structural analysis of the protonated ion of azilsartan.
Computational Biology Issues
Authors: Polanco Carlos
Published: June 2023

This chapter defines Discrete and Continuous-Time Markov Chain Process aimed to identify the preponderant function of a protein from the analysis of
its sequence, adapting the matrix of transition probabilities so that the elements of
the latter are occupied by the relative frequencies of the interactions of the pairs
of amino acids located there. The chapter illustrates in detail this methodology and
robustness to rescue the preponderant activity among other possible functions that
the protein could offer, if minimal changes were made in its primary structure. The
present approach is presumed to be used for the construction of synthetic proteins.
This chapter defines Discrete and Continuous-Time Markov Chain Process aimed to identify proteins from the specific regularities found in their sequences.
Synthesis of Natural Morphinans and Development of Related Alkaloids
Authors: Angeli Andrea
Published: June 2023

Morphine, an alkaloid isolated from the opium poppy, has been widely used
as an analgesic, and has been a fascinating synthetic target of organic chemists. All
these opioid drugs produce their biological actions through three receptor types, µ, δ,
and κ, belonging to the G-protein-coupled receptor family. Currently, used opioid
analgesics also share a number of severe side effects, limiting their clinical usefulness.
The chemically highly versatile structure of morphine and its related natural alkaloids
has continuously engaged the interest of pharmaceutical and medicinal chemistry
research, aiming for the synthesis and identification of numerous semi- and synthetic
opioid ligands as safer therapeutic agents or with novel therapeutic properties and with
lesser unwanted side effects with the final goal to reduce complications and to improve
patient compliance. This review provides the first total synthesis reported in 1952 and
focuses on representative examples of various derivatives and interesting approaches
for the development of structurally correlated molecules with substitutions at different
rings position leading to preclinical and clinically valuable opioids.
Design of Antimalarial Compounds on Quinoline Scaffold: From Plant to Drug
Authors: Santos-Júnior Paulo F. S. , Nascimento Igor J. S. , Neto Geraldo J. S. , Omena Rafael J. M. , Aquino Thiago M. , Araújo-Júnior João X. , Meneghetti Mario R. , Silva-Júnior Edeildo F.
Published: June 2023

Plasmodium species are responsible for a high incidence of cases and
resistance, even with several approved drugs. Quinoline derivatives are recognized as a
source of active compounds, where tafenoquine has been recently approved. Cases of
resistance and the indiscriminate use of anti-malarials against COVID-19 have
negatively contributed to eradicating this disease. In this context, modifications at 2- or
4-amino positions from the quinoline scaffold or even its metal complexes have shown
promising advances in the field, especially against resistant strains, such as 3D7, W2,
D10, Dd2, K1
, and FCR-3. In this chapter, we discussed all aspects involving such
compounds, presenting their results based on SAR analysis and recent
contributions/advances involving this classic scaffold arising from nature.
The relationship between student engagement and their perception of success in online learning
Authors: Krismiyati Krismiyati , Yulia Hanita
Published: June 2023

Online learning during the COVID 19  or post pandemic presents challenges not only for the teachers but also the students. Exploring students’ engagement during their online learning is one way of understanding what might contribute to their success although teaching and learning has to be delivered online. This study tries to investigate the correlation between students’ engagement and their perception of their success during their online learning. This study applies quantitative approach in order to answer the hypothesis of this study whether students’ engagement is positively correlated to their perception of success in online learning situation. This study uses questionnaire distributed to 473 students in two vocational schools in Central Java. The statistical descriptive analysis of both variables being measured in this study shows that students are in the medium category of engagement, with one sub variable indicates a high engagement which is their engagement to the material. Apart from the engagement performed by the students, this study has successfully proved that there is positive relationship between students’ engagement and their perception of success. To conclude, this study provides some recommendations to further examine students’ engagement in vocational education.
Analysis and diagnosis for 12 job level of training junior civil engineers in operations and structural engineer tasks
Authors: Ma'arif Faqih , Akande Ahmed Wasiu
Published: June 2023

This study aims to determine the competencies of twelve job levels in housing construction work, as well as effective strategies to improve employee skills in each field. The method used is qualitative by conducting interviews in each competency field (infrastructure, structure, landscape, mechanical, and electrical). Closed questionnaires were carried out specifically for structural engineering work, which has a greater percentage of work than other fields. Education and training, as well as demonstrations through various learning media (modules, virtual reality, and tutorials), are carried out in parallel classes through an integrated schedule that the company has prepared. The results showed that in order to obtain a minimum standard of competence in all fields, 448 study hours were required with the details of the general manager, project manager, assistant manager, and supervisor, respectively, 38 JP, 120 JP, 160 JP, and 130 JP, which were divided into 45 subject areas. Analysis of the level of knowledge and skills reports that junior structure engineers need construction work assistance and standard knowledge about building construction compared to senior engineers who have exceeded the minimum passing criteria with an average achievement of 4.23 (84%) of the total material studied
Prevalence and Trends of Sexual Behaviors Among Young Adolescents Aged 12 Years to 15 Years in Low and Middle-Income Countries: Population-Based Study
Authors: Jing Zhengyue , Li Jie , Wang Yi , Zhou Chengchao
Published: June 2023

Background

Risky sexual behaviors remain significant public health challenges among adolescents. Nearly 90% of adolescents live in low and middle-income countries (LMICs), but few studies have used standardized methodology to monitor the prevalence and trends of sexual behaviors among adolescents in LMICs.

Objective

This study aimed to assess the prevalence of sexual behaviors (ever had sexual intercourse, multiple sexual partners, and condom use) among adolescents aged 12 years to 15 years as well as the trends in prevalence between 2003 and 2017.

Methods

For this population-based study, we used recent data from the Global School-based Student Health Survey conducted in 69 LMICs from 2003 to 2017 to assess the recent prevalence of sexual behaviors by using complex analysis and a random effects meta-analyses method. Using the chi-square trend test, we also assessed the trends in the prevalence of sexual behaviors in 17 countries that had conducted ≥1 round of surveys from 2003 to 2017.

Results

We included 145,277 adolescents aged 12 years to 15 years (64,719/145,277, 44.5% boys) from the 69 LMICs that had conducted ≥1 survey and 80,646 adolescents aged 12 years to 15 years (34,725/80,646, 43.1% boys) from the 17 LMICs that had conducted ≥1 round of surveys. The recent global prevalence of ever had sexual intercourse was 6.9% (95% CI 6.2%-7.6%) and was higher among boys (10.0%, 95% CI 9.1%-11.1%) than girls (4.2%, 95% CI 3.7%-4.7%) and among those aged 14 years to 15 years (8.5%, 95% CI 7.7%-9.3%) than those aged 12 years to 13 years (4%, 95% CI 3.4%-4.7%). Among adolescents who had ever had sex, the recent global prevalence of having multiple sexual partners was 52% (95% CI 50.4%-53.6%) and was higher among boys (58%, 95% CI 56.1%-59.9%) than girls (41.4%, 95% CI 38.9%-43.9%) and among those aged 14 years to 15 years (53.5%, 95% CI 51.6%-55.4%) than those aged 12 years to 13 years (49.7%, 95% CI 45.9%-53.5%). Among adolescents who had ever had sex, the recent global prevalence of condom use was 58.1% (95% CI 56.2%-59.9%) and was higher among girls (59.2%, 95% CI 56.4%-61.9%) than boys (57.7%, 95% CI 55.7%-59.7%) and among those aged 14 years to 15 years (59.9%, 95% CI 58.0%-61.8%) than those aged 12 years to 13 years (51.6%, 95% CI 47.5%-55.7%). Between the earliest and latest surveys, the overall prevalence of ever had sexual intercourse (3.1% decrease) and condom use (2.0% decrease) showed downward trends. The overall prevalence of having multiple sexual partners increased by 2.6%.

Conclusions

We provide evidence and important implication for policymakers to develop targeted policy support systems to prevent and reduce risky sexual behaviors among young adolescents in LMICs with a high prevalence of risky sexual behaviors.
Development of a Family-Centered Communication Tool for Kidney Health in Premature Infants: Qualitative Focus Group Study Using Human-Centered Design Methodology
Authors: Starr Michelle C , Wallace Samantha , Moore Courtney , Cockrum Brandon , Hawryluk Bridget , Carroll Aaron , Bennett William
Published: June 2023

Background

Premature infants are at increased risk of kidney-related complications, including acute kidney injury (AKI) and chronic kidney disease (CKD). The risk of CKD in prematurely born infants is underrecognized by health care teams and caregivers. Understanding how to communicate the risk of CKD to caregivers is essential for longitudinal clinical follow-up and adherence.

Objective

This study aimed to determine family caregiver attitudes toward kidney health and risk communication during a neonatal intensive care admission. We also sought to understand caregiver preferences for the communication of information surrounding the risk of CKD in premature infants.

Methods

We augmented standard qualitative group sessions with human-centered design methods to assess parent preferences and clinician perspectives. Caregivers recruited had a prematurely born child who spent time in the neonatal intensive care unit at Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis, Indiana, and experienced AKI or another kidney complication, which put them at risk for future CKD. We used a variety of specific design methods in these sessions, including card sorting, projective methods, experience mapping, and constructive methods.

Results

A total of 7 clinicians and 8 caregivers participated in 3 group sessions. Caregivers and clinicians readily acknowledged barriers to and drivers of long-term kidney monitoring as well as opportunities for communication of the risk of long-term kidney disease. Caregivers’ primary concerns were for both the type and depth of information conveyed as well as the time at which it was communicated. Participants emphasized the importance of collaboration between the hospital care team and the primary care provider. Participant input was synthesized into several prototype concepts and, ultimately, into a rough prototype of a website and an informational flyer.

Conclusions

Caregivers of premature infants are open to communication about kidney health during their neonatal admission. The next phase of this work will translate caregivers’ preferences into family-centered communication tools and test their efficacy in the neonatal intensive care unit.
Predicting the development of medication-treated hypertension in a large Australian working-age population using machine learning techniques (Preprint)
Authors: Liu Jiahao
Published: June 2023

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Objectives: To develop a predictive model for medication-treated hypertension using machine learning (ML) based on self-reported and claims data, and identify the top predictors for hypertension in working-age adults.

Methods: We included 56,414 participants aged 45-55 years from the “45 and Up” Study who were free of hypertension and cardiovascular disease at baseline (2006-2009), and follow-up until December 2016. We applied four ML models: logistic regression, random forest (RF), gradient boost machine (GBM) and deep learning (DL). The aims were to access the medication-treated hypertension risk predictive models and identify the hypertension risk predictors.

Results: Over a mean follow-up of 8.6 years, 16.0% of participants developed medication-treated hypertension. The best performing model was GBM, with an area under curve ranging from 69.2% to 79.6% at three-, five-, seven-, and ten-year follow-up. BMI was the leading hypertension predictor (contributing to 14.8% risk at year three to 39.0% risk at year ten of follow-up). Reduction in BMI from ≥30.0 to 25.0-29.9 and ≥25 to 18.5-24.9 reduced the risk of hypertension by 34.3% and 48.3%, respectively.

Conclusions: GBM performed well in predicting the medication-treated hypertension incidence at different time points. BMI was the top contributor identified using these methods.
Compromiso laboral y condiciones individuales en teletrabajo durante la pandemia por Covid-19 en México
Authors: Vanegas Rico María Cristina , Bustos Aguayo José Marcos , Barrientos Durán Cristina , Pérez Durán Javier
Published: June 2023

Objetivo: medir el compromiso laboral en una muestra de trabajadores mexicanos laborando en teletrabajo debido al confinamiento por el virus SARS-COV-2, para observar si el capital psicológico, así como recursos para trabajar desde casa, pueden tener una influencia en el grado de compromiso que presentan.  
Diseño metodológico: se utilizó un diseño no experimental transversal, al aplicar un conjunto de escalas a una muestra -no probabilística- de 404 trabajadores (57.2% mujeres, 42.8% hombres; con edad promedio de 35.82 años). Se evaluó el compromiso laboral con la versión breve de la UWES, traducida y adaptada por Villa et al. (2019); el capital psicológico con la escala PCQ-12, traducida y adaptada por Santana-Cárdenas et al. (2018), y se creó una lista de recursos para trabajar desde casa.  
Resultados: se propuso un modelo de ecuaciones estructurales que presentó un efecto de mediación del capital psicológico entre los recursos y el compromiso laboral, además, se observó que el grado de compromiso que mostraron los trabajadores no pareció diferente a lo que se reportaba en estudios prepandemia.  
Limitaciones de la investigación: el modelo de medición no concordó con la estructura original de las escalas, por ello se sugieren más estudios sobre la pertinencia de su uso.  
Hallazgos: los resultados resaltan la importancia de la adecuada adaptación para trabajar desde casa que impulsa el capital psicológico de los trabajadores y ayuda en el mantenimiento de su compromiso laboral.
Conducta alimentaria en COVID-19
Authors: Jiménez Almanza Angélica
Published: June 2023

En México el sobrepeso y la obesidad afectan a toda la población en general, no hay distinción entre niñas, niños, adolescentes, adultos o personas de la tercera edad, ante la pandemia por COVID-19, se ha convertido en una prioridad la alimentación saludable en casa, con la finalidad de mantener una buena salud y actividad física así como un sistema inmunológico fuerte. Por lo que en este artículo se realizo una revisión de de las recomendaciones hechas en diferentes artículos científicos ante la situación de salud por COVID-19 y como es que la conducta alimentaria puede influir en la salud de las personas para enfrentar de una mejor forma la enfermedad por el virus SARS-CoV-2. Para ello se realizo la revisión de algunos de los boletines informativos de los principales organismos de salud y alimentación a nivel mundial.
Working paper PUEAA No. 16. The US exit from Afghanistan. Reverberation across Latin America
Authors:   Departamento de Estudios del Pacífico, Universidad de Guadalajara, Marchini Geneviève Marthe Marie
Published: June 2023

In this paper, I aim to analyze which direct or indirect implications the US withdrawal from Afghanistan had for Latin America, especially in the economic sphere, an aspect less addressed. My point is that there were few direct economic effects, due to the lack of relevance of trade and investment links between Afghanistan and Latin American countries, but the consequences of the US exit reverberated through the global system and through its real and potential effects on topics of common interest. As peripheral and semi-peripheral countries, and despite the absence of international wars in the region, several Latin American countries share with Afghanistan aspects of an insertion in the global economy which includes illicit activities or activities at the margins of legality, like the production, transit and exports of drugs, or the privatization of war, or are affected by the struggles between the great powers, especially the United States and China. The paper is organized as follows: in a first section we briefly introduce the Afghan economy and show the weak links it maintains with Latin America. The second section discusses some immediate reactions to the US withdrawal in Latin America and examines one of its direct effects, related to the participation of Colombian military personnel and former soldiers in Afghanistan. The third section deals with the reverberations of the US exit on the “war on drugs,”, which involves several Latin American countries as well as Afghanistan, and the fourth section approaches the possible impacts on the international infrastructure initiatives in both regions. The last section concludes.
Exploring the Evolving Landscape of Cybercrime in India and Strategies for Prevention
Authors: Singh Dr. Jyoti
Published: June 2023

Abstract: Cybercrime refers to criminal activities that either target computers or networks such as hacking, phishing, and spamming, or involve the use of computer to commit offensive and illegal activities, such as hate crimes and child pornography. The research aims to explore the evolving landscape of cybercrime in India along with Indian cybercrime statistics, motives behind cybercrimes like fraud, extortion, sexual exploitation, terrorist activities, Inciting Hate against Country, Sale Purchase illegal drugs, etc. In addition, the paper will delve into specific types of cybercrime, unique challenges, and strategies for prevention of same. The paper investigates cybercrimes reported in India from 2016 to 2020 under the IT Act 2000 and Indian Penal Code (IPC), identifying both persistent and emerging types of cybercrimes, Police, and court Disposal of Cyber Crime Cases. The research design for this study will be a review type and will use both qualitative and quantitative data analysis techniques to present a bibliographic overview of the evolving landscape of cybercrime in India. The data analysis process will involve using statistical techniques to summarize the data and present it in a meaningful way. The findings of this research will be useful for policymakers, law enforcement agencies, and other stakeholders in the fight against cybercrime in India. This article will serve as the data set for various studies associated with the digital forensic investigations
IOT Based Heart Attack Detection and Heart Rate Monitor
Authors: Patil Abhishesk
Published: June 2023

Abstract: In today's world, many people are losing their lives due to heart attacks and the shortage of specialist doctors available to take immediate action. Hence this system provides the implementation of heart rate monitoring and controlling of a patient. For this, we have used the technology called the "GSM" to detect and monitor the heart rate of a patient. In this system, the patient will be equipped with the hardware consisting of sensors and other devices for measuring the heartbeat along with the notification unit to notify and provide data in real-time. The heartbeat sensor with advance measuring technique will calculate the heartbeat of the patient, and transmit it over the internet that can be easily accessed by the patient itself and the doctors through different electronic devices such as tablets, phones, and computers. The heartbeat limits are set on a system that informs about the high and low rate of heartbeat. It also provides continuous data for analyzing the chance of an attack on a patient
Factors linked to the taro supply chain competitiveness in Veracruz, Mexico
Authors: Parra Melchor Mónica Elena , Perez Vazquez Arturo , Arvizu-Barrón Ezequiel , Velasco Álvarez Jonás , Asiain Hoyos Alberto
Published: June 2023

The competitiveness of any agricultural product depends on the strengths of the supply chain. The competitiveness factors of taro chain (Colocasia esculenta (L.) Schott) are unknown. The problem lies in the lack of studies on the competitiveness of the taro supply chain and associated factors. The factors associated with the competitiveness of the taro supply chain were determined. Competitiveness was operationalized in three factors: production management (GP), administrative management (GA) and business performance (DE). A questionnaire was applied to 47 actors involved in the supply chain. A significant correlation (P <0.05, bilateral) was found for the factors GP (0.845 **), GA (0.756 **) and DE (0.717 **) and the variables related to competitiveness were: proximity to importing countries and ability to high yields. The general competitiveness value was 6.3. The factors that most affect competitiveness are non-economic, such as production capacity, demand estimation, flexibility and sales planning. The economic factors that the agents in the chain cannot control at all are: production costs, distribution and international prices. It is concluded that there are three factors involved in the taro supply chain that provide competitive advantages.
The effect on key competencies of competency-based lecture activities: Sequential mediating effects between class satisfaction and learning engagement
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Hwang Su-Young
Published: June 2023

Objectives University operated a competency-based curriculum for the purpose of straightening learners’ competency, but the mechanism by which competency change ultimately occurs has not been specifically revealed. Therefore this study set up a sequential mediation model in which competency-building class activities in liberal arts education affect communication competency and creative competency through the learner’s class satisfaction and learning participation, and tried to test the causal relationship between them. Methods For the purpose of the study, a survey was conducted among students who took liberal arts courses that operate a competency-based curriculum. A total of 120 students participated in the study, were consisted even distribution by gender and grade. Basic statistical analysis were conducted using SPSS 26.0 to examine the reparations and distribution between variables and sequential mediation effects analysis were performed using Model 6 of PROCESS Macro 4.2v. developed by Hayes. Double mediation significance was tested bootstrap pin sampling 5,000 times. Predict variables are competency-based lecture activities, outcome variables are communication and creative competency, and parameters are class satisfaction and learning participation. Results First, the research variables showed a positive correlation with each other. Second, competence-based class activities statically predicted communication competency and creative competency, respective, through class satisfaction and learning participation. The sequential mediation index was statistically significant. Conclusions Competent talents required by society are those who effectively interact with others in the problem-solving situation of a knowledge-based society and use their knowledge in various ways to solve problems. Such competencies can be cultivated through competency-based teaching activities in liberal arts education. However, what is important is not a simple competency-based teaching activities, but the teaching activities should enhance class satisfaction by increasing integration with learners, and this process implicate that it is possible by inducing students’ initiative participation in learning.
Research Trends on Depression in Multicultural Adolescents
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, CAO JUAN , Son Eun Young
Published: June 2023

Objectives Since this study analyzes the research trends on depression of multicultural adolescents, the purpose of this study was to present the research direction of depression of multicultural adolescents and to derive necessary measures. Methods To this end, this study targeted domestic academic papers published in KCI registered sites, KCI candidate sites, or KCI excellent registrations using the main academic database of RISS of the Korea Education and Research Information Service (KERIS), a specialized search site. The search was from July to August 2022, and the papers were studied from 2010 to 2021, and a total of 105 papers were searched. Among them, a total of 52 papers were identified regarding the dependent variables affecting depression that were examined in this study. Among them, after deleting two papers that independent variables did not directly affect depression, a total of 50 subjects were analyzed in this study. Results First, in terms of each research period, it is gradually increasing from 2010 to 2021. Second, in terms of research methods, there were 48 quantitative studies and 2 qualitative studies, and 39 panel data, 9 surveys, and 2 interviews in data collection. Third, in terms of related variables, it was largely divided into personal characteristics, schools and institutions, families and parents, communities, and countries. Among them, studies affecting depression among multicultural adolescents mainly dealt with the relationship between society and individuals, the relationship with parents, which is a human relationship, and self-concepts. Based on the above results, the direction and proposal for future research on depression of multicultural adolescents were revealed. Conclusions First, teenagers from Korea, intermediate immigration, and North Korea are all considered multicultural teenagers, but each has different attributes and tendencies. Qualitative research is appropriate to examine more specific parts of multicultural youth depression. Second, many studies on depression in multicultural adolescents have been studied as panel data due to the advantages of panel data that are not suppressed by time and space, and tend to rely heavily on panel data. Despite the fact that there are surveys that can compensate for the lack of prescription in panel data, the reason why there are not many uses is that more time, manpower, and money should be spent than ordinary teenagers. Third, in order to reduce depression in multicultural adolescents, it will be helpful to focus on the relationship between society and individuals, the relationship with parents, and the self-concept, which is a human relationship.
An analysis of “early childhood personality education” class experience based on design thinking through text mining
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Kim Hwa Young , Lee Eunkyo
Published: June 2023

Objectives Recently, as the need for personality education has been emphasized, a plan to focus on early childhood teachers in charge of education has been proposed for effective personality education. Therefore, this study examined the effect on both early childhood teachers and college students in the intensive course of early childhood education at H Women’s University by applying the design thinking teaching method to early childhood personality education. Methods The class was conducted in the first semester of 2022, and 160 reflection journals submitted by a total of 40 students were analyzed using a text mining method. For topic modeling, we looked at the connection and distribution of each topic in the text, extracted the inherent concepts, and identified the potential knowledge structure in the context, and created a simultaneous network to examine the relationship between core main words, central words and semantic networks. Results As a result of analyzing a total of 7,870 words, ‘activity’, ‘early childhood education institutions’, ‘us’, ‘teacher’, and ‘personality education’ were derived as core main words. As a result of simultaneous network analysis to understand the potential semantic structure between the main words, the word “parent” was located in the center of the semantic network. Finally, as a result of conducting the topic modeling analysis, four topics were derived: ‘cooperative activity experience’, ‘divergent convergent thinking’, ‘cultivating practical competencies’, and ‘emotional and acceptance experience’. Conclusions Through early childhood personality education classes with design thinking, they were able to cultivate the personality of research participants. During class activities, they experienced cooperation, empathy and acceptance in relationships with colleagues or instructors, and were able to develop expanded thinking and practical skills such as new ideas. It was found that their potential experience was “parents.” Finally, the implications for this and the limitations of research were discussed.
Developing Teaching and Learning Materials for a for a High School Geometry Class: Focusing on process-centered assessment
Authors:   Korean Association For Learner-Centered Curriculum And Instruction, Oh Se Jun
Published: June 2023

Objectives The purpose of this study is to develop and apply teaching and learning materials for geometry class using process-centered assessment and to explore ways to implement process-centered assessment in high school classes. Methods Teaching and learning materials for geometry class using process-centered assessment were designed based on previous research on process-centered assessment and analysis of curriculum competencies according to the steps of the ADDIE model. In addition, the materials were developed for the entire scope of geometry so that they can be continuously assessed in all class periods, not as a one-time assessment after class. It was applied to 96 students in the third grade of E High School in Seoul, Korea, and the developed materials were evaluated through student evaluations, surveys, and interviews. Results The teaching and learning materials for the geometry class were designed considering the three conditions (task, interaction, and feedback) for implementing process-centered assessment, and a total of 30 process-centered assessments were developed. A total of 30 process-oriented assessments were developed, and a method for feedback on the results of process-oriented assessments was presented. Conclusions Through the process-centered assessment designed considering achievement standards and problem-solving capabilities, teachers were able to observe students' learning process and status, and students responded positively to problem-solving. In addition, interaction and feedback were actively carried out, which was effective in improving classroom atmosphere.
sentido como alteridad
Authors: Espinosa Arce Juan Pablo
Published: June 2023

El presente artículo, que emana de la reflexión teológica, busca ofrecer una lectura de la categoría de “sentido” en la obra de Adolphe Gesché (2004). Para este teólogo belga, el sentido se entiende como la búsqueda de una alteridad que permite la constitución identitaria del mismo sujeto: soy en cuanto otro me ayuda a entender mi existencia. La clave de acercamiento a esta cuestión pasa por el reconocer que solo desde la lógica del encuentro podemos aspirar a una constitución de lo que somos, de lo que fuimos y de lo que queremos ser. A partir de ello, ofreceremos una aplicación concreta sobre la manera en la que el sentido puede ser utilizado en la práctica pedagógica y en la búsqueda de elementos para recuperar cómo el encuentro con los otros y con Dios representan espacios para comprender las búsquedas de aquello que denominamos el sentido.
Pelatihan Mengenal Cara Membuat Web Sederhana
Authors: Darudiato Suparto
Published: June 2023

Teknologi informasi dalam dunia bisnis sudah berkembang dengan demikian pesat. Diawali dengan istilah manual, berkembang menjadi sistem informasi berbasis komputer, dan saat ini dikenal dengan sistem informasi berbasis web dan mobile. Dewasa ini, teknologi informasi sudah merambah kedalam kehidupan masyarakat sehari-hari, dimana segala kegiatan sudah terhubung dengan teknologi informasi. Karena itu, dalam kegiatan pelatihan yang telah dilaksanakan pada tanggal 18 Mei 2022 secara online, diberi judul “Mengenal Cara Membuat Situs Web Sederhana”. Adapun peserta dari Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat yang diselenggarakan pada tanggal 18 Mei 2022 terdiri dari Mahasiswa perguruan tinggi, Siswa/i Sekolah Menengah Kejuruan dan Sekolah Menengah Atas. Tujuan dari pengabdian kepada masyarakat yang dikemas dalam bentuk webinar bermaksud memberikan wawasan tentang perkembangan teknologi internet secara umum, dan teknologi web secara khusus. Dalam acara tersebut disampai, pengetahuan umum tentang web, perintah-perintah dasar dari HTML 5.0, membuat tabel, menampilkan gambar dan video, serta membuat layout sederhana sebuah web.
John Bunyan’s Pilgrim’s Progress: From Emblem to Comics
Authors:   A.M. Gorky Institute of World Literature of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Nenarokova Maria R.
Published: June 2023

The article analyses the imagery of John Bunyan’s allegorical treatise The Pilgrim’s Progress, which belongs to the most important works of both English and world culture, and its visual embodiment tradition. The illustration series for Bunyan’s book were created almost immediately after its first publication in 1678. The study shows that even the early illustrations for The Pilgrim’s Progress can be characterized as creolized texts, since they form a single complex with accompanying texts. Stable images associated with one or another episode of the book, are formed already at the end of the 17th century. They are used in illustrated books and comics in the 20th–21st centuries. Each of the images is the result of the development or revision of a long pictorial tradition. Although each image is based on the corresponding fragment of the book, its specific realizations reflect both the artist’s ideas and a certain artistic style of the time. As the language of culture underwent a global change at the turn of the 18th–19th centuries, the illustrations for The Pilgrim’s Progress gradually became more realistic, allegorism in them receded into the background. The artists of the 20th–21st centuries turned to new forms of material presentation, that is to illustrated books and comics. The illustrations accompanying the text of Bunyan’s book become allegorical again but on a different level, consistent with the perception of the modern readership.
Genre and Style Structure of Expatriate Folklore Lyrics by Crimean Tatars (“The Song of Cool Water”)
Authors:   Fevzi Yakubov Crimean Engineering and Pedagogical University, Humeniuk Olha M.
Published: June 2023

Plot-motif treatment is one of reasonable in classification of expatriate song. It allows to distinguish prevail plot motif in the certain subgroup of corresponding folklore works. Investigating the song folklore by Crimean Tatars, we can rather clearly divide it by such principle. It is possible to determine the songs, where such motifs are dominant as moods and meditations concerning necessity of abandonment from native country, the troubles during departure and sailing to foreign land through sea expanse; the ordeals and severities of adaptation to new circumstances; bitterness of separation from nearest and dearest. Such principle is largely determined by very clear contours of epic narrative in lyrical exposition of these songs in spite of their emotional richness. Besides there are perceptible in folklore by Crimean Tatars rather extensive songs, where all mentioned motifs are combine. Folklore work “The Song of Cool Water” is the main object of study in the proposed article. The author pays attention on composition complexity of this song, on the peculiarities of its figurative structure. She stresses the penetration, vulnerability of its poetic intonations, versification originality.
Niabai, the Weaver: Omitting More Than Just Violence
Authors: Hartiningtyas Widjati
Published: June 2023

Short article with no abstract.