bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Diagnostics of the Financial Stability of the Enterprise: Methodology and Application Practice
Authors:   Lesya Ukrainka Volyn National University, Sak Tetiana , Shepelyuk Natalia ,   Lesya Ukrainka Volyn National University
Published: January 2024

The article summarizes the theoretical aspects of diagnosing the financial stability of an enterprise and emphasizes its importance for success and long-term development in a dynamic business environment. Various approaches to the interpretation of the concept of "financial stability of the enterprise" are given, influencing factors are determined. The model of diagnosing the financial stability of the enterprise as the interaction of the management subject to ensure the financial stability of the object through the use of methods, tools and levers is considered. Such methods of assessing the financial stability of the enterprise as the analysis of coefficients (the essence, calculation methodology and normative values of financial indicators) and the rating system are considered in detail. It has been proven that diagnostic methods can differ for different sizes of enterprises and branch affiliation.
Bibliometric Analysis of Green Tourism in the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goals by International Tourism Companies
Authors:   Sumy State University, Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Taraniuk Leonid , Korsakienė Renata ,   Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Taraniuk Karina ,   Sumy State University, Vilnius Gediminas Technical University, Demikhov Oleksii ,   Sumy State University, Estonian University of Life Sciences
Published: January 2024

The main goal of this study is to conduct a bibliometric analysis of green tourism in the context of the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals by international tourism companies. In the course of the conducted bibliometric analysis, the main scientific schools and scientists in the world who study green tourism were considered. When conducting a bibliometric analysis, the interaction of the main definitions, which interact to the definition of green tourism, was revealed. The main prerequisites and factors of the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals by international tourism companies have been studied. Proposals for the development of green tourism in the context of the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals by international tourism companies at the level of EU countries and Ukraine have been formulated, taking into account its post-war state.
The Characterization of Volatile Compounds of Lupin Türkiye Genotype HS-SPME/GC-MS Method
Authors: SIMSEK SEZER ELA NUR , YORGANCILAR MUSTAFA , UYSAL Tuna
Published: January 2024

The aim of this study is to reveal the volatile and semi-volatile constituent of the local Lupinus albus L. genotype grown in Türkiye by using the HS-SPME technique. Local lupin is a legume plant with great potential due to its high seed yield and protein and oil content in the seeds. Powdered seeds of local lupin genotypes were analysed and compared with respect to types and contents of volatile semi-volatile compounds contents using four different SPME fiber with GC-MS system in W9N11, SWGDR4G4 and SWGDR4G5 libraries. Fiber with 50/30 µm DVB/CAR/PDMS identified 54 compounds, 65 µm PDMS/DVB fiber 97 compounds, 85 µm Carboxen/PDMS fiber 28 compounds, and 85 µm polyacrylate 12 compounds. As a result, 65 µm PDMS/DVB fiber is the most preferable in terms of compound identification, with 97 compound. In terms of content, Benzene, Methyl(1-Methylethyl) (39.92%), Gamma-Terpinene (12.26%), Cis-Ocimene (5.93%), 1,3,6-Octatriene,3,7-Dimethyl-(% 5.51), Beta-Myrcene (4.70%), Alpha-Pinene (4.39%), Alpha.-Thujene (4.21%), Alpha Terpinene (2.55%), Camphene (2.23%), 1,6-Octadien-3-Ol,3,7-Dimethyl (2.10%) were mostly detected in the analysis with 50/30 µm DVB/CAR/PDMS fiber. With the other fiber 65 µm PDMS/DVB; phospine oxide, triphenyl- (15.49 %), pulegone (5.03 %), L-linalool (3.85 %), cyclopentasiloxane, decamethyl (3.54 %), cyclohexasiloxane, dodecamethyl (3.13 %), cyclotrisiloxane, hexamethyl (2.32 %), oxime-,methoxy-phenyl (2.08 %), 1-pentanamine,N-pentyl (1.60 %), 3,5-octadıen-2-one (1.55 %), I-menthone (1.50 %). Fiber 85 µm Carboxen/PDMS; the most four components in the content are; Benzene, 2, 4-diisocyanato-1-methyl (54.27 %), Pyrrole-3-carbonitrile, 5-formyl-2, 4 (18.41 %), 1-Butanol, 4-(1-methylethoxy) (14.67 %), pyridine,4-(1-pyrrolidinyl)- (8.13 %). With 85 µm polyacrylate fibre the most found component is 1, 2-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, diethyl ester (98.90 %). In conclusion, as far as we know this study is the first study about the volatile content of local lupin genotype of Türkiye.
General Characteristics of Konya Agricultural Machinery Manufacturing Industry
Authors: BAYRAK Samet , Şeflek Ali Yavuz
Published: January 2024

A survey was conducted in this study to determine the general characteristics of the agricultural machinery manufacturing industry in Konya region. For this purpose, 50 enterprises of different scales, which are thought to represent the sector, were determined and these enterprises were included in the study. When the enterprises were evaluated in terms of size, it was determined that 52% of them were small-scale enterprises. Average age of the business owners is 53 years, their sector experience is 35 years and 47% of them are primary school graduates. While a total of 1204 workers are employed in the enterprises participating in this study, there is an average of 24.5 workers per enterprise. Of the total personnel, 78.3% consisted of workers, followed by engineers with an average of 5.5%, accountants with 5.3%, marketers with 5% and technicians with 4%. Only 38% of the enterprises cooperate with institutions such as KOSGEB and TUBITAK for their R&D activities and receive consultancy from the universities. Present findings shed light on the developments in the sector as well as understanding the situation of agricultural machinery manufacturing industry enterprises in the region.
Determination of Draft Power, PTO Power and Fuel Consumption of Single Acting Disc Harrow Driven from PTO
Authors: Çıtıl Ergün , MARAKOGLU TAMER
Published: January 2024

In this study; A single-acting disc harrow is used, which takes its movement from the tractor PTO. PTO driven single-acting disc harrow was tested with disc diameters of 610 and 660 mm, disc direction angles of 160 - 230 and 300, and disc revolutions of 104.97 - 119.97 and 143.96 min-1. Single-acting disc harrow moving from PTO was compared in terms of disc diameter, directional angle and disc revolutions. The lowest draft force requirement was obtained from D1N1Y1, D2N1Y1 and D1N1Y2 applications, with values of 0.48 kW, 0.61 kW and 0.79 kW, respectively. The highest draft power requirement was obtained from D2N3Y3, D2N3Y2 and D1N3Y3 applications with 7.80 kW, 6.97 kW and 5.25 kW values, respectively. The lowest PTO power take-off power requirement from the applications was obtained from the D1N1Y1, D1N2Y1 and D1N3Y1 applications, with values of 22.80 kW, 22.88 kW and 24.82 kW, respectively. The highest PTO power take-off power requirements were obtained from the D2N3Y3, D1N3Y3 and D2N3Y2 applications, with power requirements of 41.15 kW, 39.40 kW and 38.62 kW, respectively. In terms of fuel consumption, the lowest fuel consumption was determined in D1N1Y3, D1N1Y2 and D1N1Y1 applications with 11.40 L ha-1 11.63 L ha-1 and 11.95 L ha-1 values. The highest fuel consumption was obtained from 18.34 L ha-1, 17.78 L ha-1 and 17.58 L ha-1, respectively, and D2N3Y3, D2N3Y2 and D2N3Y1 applications.
Magnetic Field Treatment in Barley: Improved Salt Tolerance in Early Stages of Development
Authors: Okumuş Onur , Doruk Neslihan , Oğuz Muhammet Çağrı , YILDIZ Mustafa
Published: January 2024

It is known that salinity is one of the most important abiotic stress factors reducing productivity in agriculture. High salt concentration has a negative effect on seed germination and seedling formation. Magnetic field treatment can be considered as an environmentally friendly, innovative and inexpensive method to increase tolerance to stress, as a productivity-enhancing factor in agriculture. In this study, germination rate, germination strength, shoot and root length, fresh and dry weights, chlorophyll a, b and total chlorophyll content and ion leakage values of three different barley varieties under the influence of 150 mT constant magnetic field at different time intervals were determined. In light of the results, it was determined that although it varies according to the barley varieties, it has a significant positive effect on the germination rate and strength depending on the duration of the applied magnetic field. This study revealed that the magnetic field seed treatment has different effects according to the treatment time and the severity of the salt stress.
Determination of Essential Oil Yields and Composition Lavender and Lavandin Cultivars (Lavandula sp.) Cultivated in Tuzlukçu, Konya
Authors: AYRAN ÇOLAK IREM , ÇELIK SADIYE AYSE
Published: January 2024

Lavender is an important medicinal plant, which used in many fields such as perfumery, cosmetics, medicine, aromatherapy and phytotherapy thanks to its high quality essential oils components. Hemus and Sevtapolis lavender cultivars of Lavandula angustifolia and Super A lavandin of Lavandula x intermedia were used in the study. The lavenders and lavandin were planted in 2022 in Tuzlukçu district of Konya province and harvested in 2023. Essential oils were obtained from the dried flowers of the plant. The essential oil components of the plant materials were measured by GC-MS. The essential oil yield of Lavandula angustifolia cv. Hemus was 2.65%, that of Lavandula angustifolia cv. Sevtapolis was 2.14% and that of Lavandula x intermedia cv. Super A was 7.95%. In the Hemus cultivar of lavender, the concentration of linalyl acetate was 19.76%, linalool was 39.09%, and camphor, an undesired component in lavender essential oil, amounted to 0.41%. Meanwhile, the Sevtapolis cultivars contained 10.64% linalyl acetate, 40.41% linalool and 0.47% camphor. In Lavandin (Super A) cultivar contained 30.39% linalyl acetate, 30.29% linalool, and 6.71% camphor.
Effects of Egg Albumin Film Containing Coriander Extract on Some Quality Properties of Chicken Drumsticks during Refrigerated Storage
Authors: TUDI AINIWAER , sarıçoban cemalettin
Published: January 2024

In this study, the effects of the egg white film coatings containing different levels (0%, 2%, 4%, and 6%) of coriander leaf extracts (CLE) and 0.1% BHT on some quality parameters of chicken drumsticks were investigated during refrigerated storage for 7 days. Chicken drumsticks were formed as follows: the uncoated chicken drumsticks (Control), chicken drumsticks coated with the egg white film solutions (EWF), chicken drumsticks coated with the EWF solutions with 2% CLE (EWF2), chicken drumsticks coated with the EWF solutions with 4% CLE (EWF4), chicken drumsticks coated with the EWF solutions with 6% CLE (EWF6), and chicken drumsticks coated with the EWF solutions added 0.1% BHT (EWFBHT). TBA, colour, and pH values were measured on the 1st, 3rd, 5th, and 7th days of the chicken drumsticks. Excluding EWF2 and EWF6, no significant changes were found regarding the pH values of uncoated and coated chicken drumsticks during refrigeration for 7 days (P ˃ 0.05). TBA values of samples showed an increase during the refrigerated storage. The highest TBA values were calculated on the 7th day (P < 0.05). L* values of chicken drumsticks were not affected by coating treatment (P ˃ 0.05). With regard to Control and EWF4, the highest a* values were found on the first day, and then the value decreased (P < 0.05). In terms of b* values, except for the EWF6 group, the b* values of samples increased during the refrigerated storage. The highest b* values were measured on the 7th day (P < 0.05). The results deduce that EWF solution with and without CLE could be a potential natural antioxidant coating to enhance some quality attributes of chicken drumsticks during refrigerated storage.
Germination Parameters of Different Types of Black Carrot Seeds of Ereğli Local Population
Authors: Arıkaymak Mehmet , Hacıseferoğulları Haydar
Published: January 2024

Consumer interest in healthy foodstuffs and vegetables has continuously been increasing. In this sense, quality has become a prominent issue in production, consumption and marketing of vegetables. Seeds and planting processes significantly affect quality of vegetables. Black carrot production is an important source of income for local farmers of Ereğli and Karapınar Districts of Konya province. Bare seeds of Ereğli local population are commonly used in black carrot production. Farmers produce their own seeds. These seeds undergo only one sieving and are not calibrated. In this study, uncalibrated bare, calibrated and coated seeds were planted and germination parameters were investigated. Experiments were conducted in Kuzukuyu village of Ereğli District, at three different planting distances (2.5, 5.0 and 7.5 cm) in randomized blocks design (3x3) with 3 replications. Planting was done in three rows on a ridge (with 7.5 cm row spacing) at a forward speed of 0.64 m s-1. Mean germination time was calculated as 19.90 days for uncalibrated bare seeds, 20.14 days for calibrated bare seeds and 20.79 days for coated seeds; germination rate index values were respectively calculated as 0.431, 0.761 and 0.656 [seeds (m days)-1]; field emergence rates were respectively calculated as 37.13%, 60.97% and 55.19%; number of plants per unit area were respectively determined as 42.35, 69.14 and 59.61 plants m-2. It was concluded based on present findings that calibrated bare and coated seeds should be used in planting process of black carrot seeds of Ereğli local population. Farmers should be trained on black carrot seed production.
Gene Therapy of Malignant Tumor: A Challenge but a Promising Way
Authors: Fujita Masami
Published: January 2024

The study of gene therapy for malignant tumors is a rapidly developing area that shows great potential in the battle against cancer. Although it has the capacity for success, tackling the complexity and variety of tumor biology remains a substantial obstacle. Several approaches have been investigated to address this problem, including the use of viral vector-based gene delivery systems, non-viral techniques such as nanoparticles and electroporation, and genome editing technologies like CRISPR-Cas9. These treatments seek to alter the genetic material of tumor cells in order to either impede their growth or trigger cell death. Nevertheless, there exist substantial obstacles that must be surmounted prior to the regular implementation of gene therapy in clinical settings. These factors include assuring precise targeting, minimizing unintended consequences, optimizing the transport of therapeutic genes into tumor cells, and controlling immune responses to the vectors used. To overcome these problems, it will be necessary to establish interdisciplinary alliances and conduct thorough preclinical research to guarantee both safety and effectiveness. However, due to the tremendous progress in molecular biology and gene editing technology, gene therapy has significant potential as a new method for effectively treating malignant tumors.
Neuro-WiFi: Will It Be an Icebreaking Target for Neurological Diseases?
Authors: Pinto Josué
Published: January 2024

With the progress of neuroscience, there is a growing curiosity and conjecture surrounding neuro-WiFi and its potential influence on neurological diseases. The concept of neuro-WiFi, which entails wireless communication between neurons in the brain, has the potential to profoundly transform our comprehension of brain function and create novel opportunities for therapy. Nevertheless, like any revolutionary technology, there are apprehensions regarding potential targets for neurological illnesses. Wireless communication networks in the brain may create an avenue for malevolent individuals to exploit weaknesses and obtain unauthorized access to neural data. The utilization of neuro-WiFi generates apprehensions regarding privacy, security, and ethical implications. As thus, it is essential to establish strong controls and processes to assure its safe use, in order to optimize its advantages while avoiding any risks related to targeting neurological diseases.
A Perspective Review of Cancer Therapy (Part I): Immunotherapy, Gene Therapy, and Nanotechnology
Authors: Pajuelo Alberto
Published: January 2024

The application of genomic profiling approaches has propelled the advancement of precision medicine, enabling the development of personalized treatment programs that are specifically customized for each particular patient. This method considers the distinct genetic composition of each tumor, allowing for the detection of crucial driver mutations and possible weaknesses that might be targeted for therapeutic purposes. Furthermore, immunotherapy has emerged as a promising approach in cancer treatment, utilizing the potential of the immune system to identify and eradicate cancerous cells. Medical breakthroughs like CAR-T cell therapy have already demonstrated exceptional efficacy in treating hematologic malignancies. Moreover, state-of-the-art technologies such as CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing offer potential for directly altering tumor cells or augmenting the efficacy of current treatments. The future of cancer therapy is focused on developing more precise and targeted techniques to enhance patient outcomes and ultimately overcome this destructive illness. This involves continual research and cooperation among scientists, physicians, and pharmaceutical corporations on a worldwide level.
Neuro-WiFi: A Novel Neuronal Connection Underlies the Potential Interventional Target
Authors: Wang Fuzhou
Published: January 2024

Neuro-WiFi, as a non-physical connection-related neural network that efficiently links various regions of the brain, facilitates swift transfer of information and fostering communication among neurons. It is a significant advancement in neuroscience, providing valuable understanding of the intricate connections between neurons and opening up possibilities for precise interventions. This unique neural connection entails the transfer of information between remote parts of the brain via a network resembling WiFi signal. Neuro-WiFi has the potential to greatly enhance our understanding of how information is processed and sent in the brain by facilitating fast and accurate communication over long distances. Envision the ability to modify the neuro-WiFi network to enhance cognitive performance or restore impaired neural circuits. Furthermore, this neuronal connection could have substantial ramifications for the development of therapeutic approaches to address neurological conditions like Alzheimer’s disease or epilepsy. Despite the remaining knowledge gaps around this remarkable phenomenon, through additional investigations, we believe that the mysteries of neuro-WiFi would be extensively uncovered and precise therapies that could profoundly transform our comprehension of brain function and enhance patient outcomes would be provided in the future.
The Use of Self-Assessment in Improving Pre-Service Teachers’ Professional Development
Authors: Kilic Didem , Saglam Necdet
Published: January 2024

The use of self-assessment in teacher training has been strongly suggested by researchers because these assessment tasks activate students, motivate them to participate in learning, and cause more oriented and effective learning. This study focuses on using self-assessment in teacher education for the purpose of exploring the benefits of self-assessment practices for the pre-service teachers’ learning process and their professional development. Thirty-eight pre-service teachers participated in this study. Within the context of the study, every participant was supposed to perform a teaching practice by applying teaching methods. Pre-service teachers’ assessed their own performances through a self-assessment form composed of two parts. The first part of this form includes a criteria-based scoring matrix, and the second part includes open-ended written questions. Analyses of the data showed that pre-service teachers perceive themselves as worst at ‘efficient teaching practice’ and best at ‘using body language and gesture effectively’ among the given criteria. When the data obtained from the written questions was analyzed, it was concluded that the pre-service teachers had the most difficulty following the teaching plan. According to the results, it can be argued that by using the self-assessment tasks, pre-service teachers realized their strengths and weaknesses; they recognized that they have difficulties with some competencies required for effective teaching and what they need to improve themselves.
An Investigation of the Speech Skills of Children Living in Rural and Urban Areas
Authors: Arıkan Abdulkerim , Kan Mustafa Onur
Published: January 2024

Communication is vital for children’s development, especially in differentiating rural and urban speech skills. The aim of this study is to investigate the speech skills of children living in rural and urban areas. The speech skills of 72 students attending the 8th grade in rural and urban areas of Iskenderun in the 2020-2021 academic year were examined. In the study designed with the screening model, the data were collected with a structured observation form. The video recordings of the speeches made by the students on the topic of “human and nature” according to their levels were taken and evaluated according to the “Speech Evaluation Form”.  The results of the present research revealed that the highest average scores of the students belonged to the sub-dimensions of applying the external structural elements of the language, applying the internal structural elements of the language and the psychological state of the speaker. In addition, it was determined that the students’ speech skills were at a moderate level, whereas their ability to briefly introduce the parts of the speech, to start the topic with interesting expressions, to use appropriate tools such as pictures, graphs and photographs that can make the speech interesting, to use proverbs, idioms and aphorisms suitable for the topic, to benefit from literary devices suitable for the topic and to summarize the speech were very low. Urban students demonstrated comparatively stronger speech skills, highlighting the value of targeted improvements in communication education.
PENCEGAHAN KEKERASAN BERBASIS GENDER OLEH KONSELOR SPIRITUAL DI LK3 UIN JAKARTA
Authors: Kharima Nadya , Zaky Ahmad
Published: January 2024

Abstract. This study investigates gender-based violence prevention by spiritual counselors at LK3 UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta, a state Islamic university. In response to the alarming rates of gender-based violence in universities, the study delves into LK3's efforts to address this issue. Utilizing qualitative methods, including interviews, observations, and literature analysis, the research sheds light on the spiritual counselors' role. Findings highlight a lack of student awareness regarding gender-based violence, including prevalent instances of bullying and derogatory remarks. Spiritual counselors bridge this gap by imparting religious knowledge and supporting vulnerable students. Their proactive strategies involve religious education and emotional assistance, fostering a safer and more respectful university environment. Keywords: Gender-Based Violence, Spiritual Counselors, Prevention Strategies, Higher Education Institutions, Religious Education. Abstrak. Penelitian ini menggali upaya pencegahan Kekerasan Berbasis Gender (KBG) oleh konselor spiritual di Lembaga Konsultasi Kesejahteraan Keluarga (LK3) UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta, menghadapi angka KBG yang tinggi di perguruan tinggi. Menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif dengan wawancara, observasi, dan literatur, penelitian ini memberikan gambaran pencegahan KBG dari perspektif spiritual konselor LK3. Temuan menyoroti minimnya pemahaman mahasiswa mengenai KBG, termasuk kasus perundungan dan penghinaan seksis. Konselor spiritual memainkan peran kunci dalam mengisi kesenjangan ini melalui pengetahuan agama dan dukungan emosional. Strategi pencegahan melibatkan edukasi agama dan pendampingan mahasiswa yang rentan terhadap KBG. Penelitian ini menekankan pentingnya bimbingan spiritual dalam menciptakan lingkungan kampus yang lebih aman dan hormat bagi semua mahasiswa. Kata Kunci: Kekerasan, Gender, Spiritual.
Sustainable Development through the Z-Chicken Baznas Initiative: A Community-Based Approach in South Tangerang City
Authors: Setyaudin Taufik
Published: January 2024

Abstract. This research aims to find out the manifestation of economic independence within the community through the Z-Chicken program of Baznas in South Tangerang City. The program is considered as one of the efforts to enhance the welfare of the community. The research method employs a qualitative approach, involving the study of data and documents related to the Z-Chicken program of Baznas in South Tangerang City. Qualitative methods are deemed the most appropriate approach to gather information regarding the improvement of economic independence within the community through the Z-Chicken program of Baznas in South Tangerang City. The study of the Z-Chicken program in South Tangerang as an initiative to enhance the economic independence of the community reveals sustainable impacts, such as transforming beneficiaries into contributors. The presence of this empowerment program should be expanded in its reach. Furthermore, regular mentoring for beneficiaries who have gained from the Z-Chicken program in South Tangerang is essential for program evaluation and development. Keywords: Economic Independence, Z-Chicken Program, Baznas, Kota Tangerang Selatan, Mustahik, Muzakki. Abstrak. Penelitian ini memiliki tujuan untuk mencari tahu wujud dari kemandirian ekonomi masyarakat melalui program Z-Chicken Baznas Kota Tangerang Selatan. Program tersebut merupakan salah satu upaya dalam rangka meningkatkan kesejahteraan masyarakat. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan metode kualitatif, yaitu dengan cara mempelajari data dan dokumen yang berhubungan dengan Program Z-Chicken Baznas Kota Tangerang Selatan. Metode kualitatif ini dianggap sebagai pendekatan yang paling tepat untuk menggali informasi mengenai peningkatkan kemandirian ekonomi masyarakat melalui program Z-Chicken Baznas Kota Tangerang Selatan. Penelitian program Z-Chicken Baznas Tangsel sebagai upaya peningkatan kemandirian ekonomi masyarakat, ternyata dapat memberikan dampak yang berkesinambungan, salah satunya mengubah mustahik jadi muzakki. Keberadaan program pemberdayaan ini harus lebih diperluas jangkauannya. Dan adanya mentoring secara berkala terhadap mustahik yang telah menerima manfaat dari program Z-Chicken Baznas Tangsel sebagai bahan evaluasi dan pengembangan program. Kata Kunci: Kemandirian Ekonomi, Program Z-Chicken, Baznas Kota Tangsel, Mustahik, Muzakki.
Management of Acute Sickle Cell Disease Pain
Authors: Payne Jason N. , Gee Beatrice E.
Published: January 2024

Pain is a common complication of sickle cell disease. Sickle cell pain can often be effectively managed by pediatricians in outpatient and hospital settings. Acute pain management should be initiated quickly. Patients need to be evaluated for sickle cell complications and other causes of pain. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and opioids are the mainstay of pain treatment, but additional therapies include hydration, local pain control, muscle relaxants, and nonpharmacologic approaches. Healthy lifestyle habits and good behavioral and mental health are important for preventing and coping with sickle cell disease pain. Disease-modifying therapies, such as hydroxyurea, can help prevent sickle hemoglobin polymerization and acute pain episodes. Because sickle cell disease largely affects people who are racialized minorities in the United States, health-care providers need to be aware of how their own personal biases may affect care of these patients.
The professional readiness of student-teachers in physical education in Ukraine's war-torn areas
Authors: Vypasniak Igor , Shesterova Lyudmila , Kryventsova Iryna
Published: January 2024

Background and Study Aim. Military conflicts present unique educational challenges and complexities for students specializing in physical education. These conditions can profoundly impact their professional preparedness and alter their educational priorities. Thus, this study aims to assess the level of professional preparedness of physical education student-teachers living in areas of military conflict.
Materials and Methods. Three Ukrainian universities contributed students to the study, two from the eastern conflict zones (including Kharkiv) and one from the western shelling-prone area (Ivano-Frankivsk), with a total of 157 participants (61 male, 96 female). The survey 'Level of Professional Preparedness of Physical Education Student-Teachers', containing 39 questions, was used. For statistical analysis, the PyCharm CE development environment and various Python programming language libraries were utilized.
Results. Statistical evaluation using the Kruskal-Wallis test revealed notable differences in student responses among the university groups.  Further analysis using the Mann-Whitney test for each pair of universities revealed differences between pairs of groups. However, there are no statistically significant differences between universities 1 and 2 from Kharkiv (war zone). The fewest correct answers were received on the question about the influence of a teacher's professional qualities on the overall growth of a student and the question about the atmosphere for learning.
Conclusions. The professional competencies of physical education teachers play an important role in the educational process. It is noted that there is a need to improve teacher training in various aspects, including the impact of their professional qualities on student success.
The frequency of sleep-disordered breathing in preschool children with asthma and its effects on control of asthma
Authors: Capanoglu Murat , Ginis Tayfur , Buyuktiryaki Betul , Guvenir Hakan , Vezir Emine , Dibek Misirlioglu Emine , Toyran Muge , Ersu Refika , Kocabas Can Naci , Civelek Ersoy
Published: January 2024

Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is more common in asthmatic patients than in non-asthmatic persons, and SDB affects negatively to control asthma. A limited number of studies are discovered on the effect of SDB in preschool asthmatic children. In this study, we aimed to investigate the prevalence of SDB and its effect on control and severity of asthma in preschool children. A pediatric sleep questionnaire was completed by parents of asthmatic children. Patients who received a score of 0.33 or higher were diagnosed with SDB. Control and severity of asthma was assessed by a pediatric allergy specialist based on the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) criteria. The study included 249 patients, with a mean±SD age of 4.37±1.04 (range: 2–5.9) years; 69% were boys; 56.6% children had uncontrolled asthma and 28.7% had SDB. The SDB score was significantly different between controlled and uncontrolled asthma (0.19 vs 0.28; P < 0.001). The frequency of uncontrolled asthma in patients with and without SDB was 74.3% and 49.4%, respectively (P < 0.010). Based on the severity of asthma, the frequency of SDB among patients with mild, moderate, and severe asthma was 23.4%, 35.2%, and 47.4%, respectively (P = 0.010).
Conclusion: The frequency and score of SDB were higher in patients with uncontrolled asthma. Frequency and score of SDB were significantly affected by the severity of asthma. SDB must be evaluated in preschool children with uncontrolled asthma.
Consumo Sustentável e Teorias da Prática: Conectando Elementos do Compartilhamento de Roupas
Authors: Costa Márcia R. Cavalcante , Silva Minelle E. , Duarte Marcia de Freitas
Published: January 2024

As mudanças nos estilos de vida e nos padrões de consumo de roupas, que vêm sendo debatidas como caminhos para uma sociedade mais sustentável, definem o compartilhamento como uma das estratégias do slow fashion para promover o consumo consciente. Por meio das teorias da prática, esta pesquisa explora materiais, competências e significados que compõem a prática. Assim, buscou-se identificar como se configuram os elementos e a dinâmica do compartilhamento de roupas. Utilizando um estudo de caso qualitativo, os dados foram coletados por meio de observações, entrevistas semiestruturadas (individuais e em grupo) e grupo focal, realizados com praticantes (consumidores) e provedores (fornecedores) de uma loja colaborativa. Os resultados revelaram que: (a) para os praticantes, a prática do compartilhamento significa exclusividade, economia e consumo sustentável; (b) para os provedores, a prática está atrelada ao consumo consciente como oportunidade de negócios mais sustentáveis, inclusive financeiramente; e (c) diversos materiais orientam a prática do compartilhamento de roupas. Os elementos do compartilhamento de roupas são semelhantes entre praticantes e provedores, portanto indicam a eficácia da prática, além de buscar um consumo sustentável. A pesquisa, então, contribui para o desenvolvimento de pesquisas sobre consumo sustentável, uma vez que identifica práticas de gestão voltadas ao consumo colaborativo de vestuário.
Investigating Phenotypic Diversity in a Germplasm Collection of Scarlet Eggplant under Mediterranean Conditions
Authors: Shimira Flavien , Boyacı Hatice Filiz , Taşkın Hatıra
Published: January 2024

This study aimed to determine phenotypic diversity in the germplasm collection of Solanum aethiopicum, also known as scarlet eggplant, under Mediterranean conditions. Two different experiments were established in which morphological and valuable agronomic traits were employed to measure diversity among 57 and 55 accessions, respectively. The experiments were carried out in a greenhouse and open field, and descriptors designated by the European Cooperative Program for Plant Genetic Resources (ECPGR) and the International Board for Plant Genetic Resources (IBPGR) were used to measure the plants and fruits. The results from descriptive statistics on quantitative traits data of plants and fruits show a great variation among accessions of Solanum aethiopicum. Multiple correlation analysis in the two distinct experiments shows that the highly correlated variables/descriptors represented fruit quantitative traits. Finally, results from principal component analysis (PCA) confirm that the overall differences observed in the germplasm collection of Solanum aethiopicum were mainly due to fruit quantitative traits, which are decisive for phenotypic characterization of this eggplant.
Iconicity as the motivation for the signification and locality of deictic grammatical tones in Tal
Authors: Akinbo Samuel Kayode , Bulkaam Michael
Published: January 2024

We present novel evidence for iconicity in core morphophonological grammar by documenting, describing, and analysing two patterns of tonal alternation in Tal (West Chadic, Nigeria). When a non-proximal deixis modifies a noun in Tal, every tone of the modified noun is lowered. When the nominal modifier is a proximal deixis, the final tone of the modified noun is raised. The tone lowering and raising are considered the effects of non-proximal and proximal linkers, which have the tone features [–Upper, –Raised] and [+Raised] as their respective exponents. The realisation and maximal extension of the non-proximal tone features are considered effects of morpheme-specific featural correspondence constraints. Similarly, the exponent of the proximal linker docking on the final TBU is due to the relative ranking of the proximal-specific correspondence constraints. The association of the tone features [–Upper, –Raised] and [+Raised] with non-proximal and proximal linkers, respectively, is in line with crosslinguistic patterns of magnitude iconicity. Given that the local and long-distance realisations of the proximal and non-proximal featural affixes respectively are perceptually similar to deictic gestures, the locality of the featural affixation is considered a novel pattern of iconicity. To motivate this pattern of iconicity, we extend the notion of perceptual motivation in linguistic theory to include the crossmodal depiction of sensory imagery. Consequently, Tal presents evidence for iconicity as a motivation for morphophonological grammar.
Inspección de subestaciones eléctricas: YOLOv5 en la identificación de puntos calientes mediante imágenes térmicas
Authors: Pérez-Aguilar Daniel A. , Pérez-Aguilar Jair. M , Pérez-Aguilar Andy P. , Risco-Ramos Redy H. , Malpica-Rodriguez Manuel E.
Published: January 2024

Las subestaciones son instalaciones clave dentro de un sistema eléctrico; las fallas intempestivas tienden a causar baja calidad y efectos negativos del suministro eléctrico. Un indicador temprano de posibles fallas en los equipos eléctricos es la aparición de puntos calientes; por lo que su detección y posterior corrección programada evita incurrir en fallas mayores y paradas de operación innecesarias. En esta investigación se realizaron 64 experimentos del algoritmo YOLOv5, con la finalidad de proponer un mecanismo automatizado de visión por computadora para la detección de puntos calientes en imágenes térmicas de subestaciones eléctricas. Los mejores resultados muestran un valor mAP de 81,99 %, los cuales se obtuvieron con el algoritmo YOLOv5m y la aplicación de transfer learning. Estos resultados dejan una base para profundizar y mejorar el desempeño del algoritmo, variando otros hiperparámetros a los considerados en el presente estudio.
Optimization algorithms for adaptative route sequencing on real-world last-mile deliveries
Authors: Hernandez Fernando , Sotelo Rafael , Forets Marcelo
Published: January 2024

This article explores the design and application of machine learning techniques to enhance traditional approaches for solving NP-hard optimization problems. Specifically, it focuses on the Last-Mile Routing Research Challenge (LMRRC), supported by Amazon and MIT, which sought innovative solutions for cargo routing optimization. While the challenge provided travel times and zone identifiers, the dependency on these factors raises concerns about the algorithms’ generalizability to different contexts and regions with standard delivery services registries. To address these concerns, this study proposes personalized cost matrices that incorporate both distance and time models, along with the relationships between delivery stops. Additionally, it presents an improved approach to sequencing stops by combining exact and approximate algorithms, utilizing a customized regression technique alongside fine-tuned metaheuristics and heuristics refinements. The resulting methodology achieves competitive scores on the LMRRC validation dataset, which comprises routes from the USA. By carefully delineating route characteristics, the study enables the selection of specific technique combinations for each route, considering its geometrical and geographical attributes. Furthermore, the proposed methodologies are successfully applied to real-case scenarios of last-mile deliveries in Montevideo (Uruguay), demonstrating similar average scores and accuracy on new testing routes. This research contributes to the advancement of last-mile delivery optimization by leveraging personalized cost matrices and algorithmic refinements. The findings highlight the potential for improving existing approaches and their adaptability to diverse geographic contexts, paving the way for more efficient and effective delivery services in the future.
What do the inventories say about the urban trees of cities that were originally occupied by tropical forests?
Authors: Manfrim Daniela Castelo Branco , Angélico Talita dos Santos , Silva Filho Demóstenes Ferreira da
Published: January 2024

Trees provide the urban population with many benefits as mental and physical well-being, property valorization, and climate change mitigation. To evaluate these benefits, it is necessary to know the species composition and distribution of trees in the urban landscape. For this purpose, the tree inventory is a fundamental instrument. This study aims to present an overview of scientific publications based on the street trees inventory of Brazilian municipalities. We expected to find information about the species composition and contributed to managers and decision-makers for species selection in new planting programs. We consulted four databases, initially identifying 322 articles published between 2000 and 2021. We considered 27 of them eligible for the systematic review. The studies are concentrated in cities in the Southeast and South regions. The authors of 21 articles reported quantifying or qualifying the street trees by focusing on planning. In general, species diversity was considered low, and the species mentioned as more abundant are Ficus benjamina, Moquilea tomentosa, and Cenostigma pluviosum. Exotic was predominant in 11 of 14 surveys that evaluated the origin of the species. These findings show that native flora is severely underrepresented on the streets in Brazilian cities. The alternative path for this scenario would be for the public managers to prioritize long-term actions and public policies starting from inventories that generate information about species composition and the potential environmental services provided by urban trees.
A journey through pedestrian mobility and the sustainable city: discussing walkability
Authors: Carvalho Gabriel Lincoln Lopes , Silva Emmanoel Marques da , Silveira José Augusto Ribeiro da , Canova César Renato , Negrão Ana Gomes
Published: January 2024

The form of the built environment, walkability, and society are directly related, being points that influence not only mobility but several structural areas of a city, ranging from its social dynamics as well as the health of individuals, local and global politics, economy, comfort, safety, the identity of spaces, attractiveness and several other influencing factors. The perception of passers-by is influenced by several aspects, such as lighting, sense of safety, the width of sidewalks, attractiveness of facades and of the public space itself, as well as the potential of the space to promote social interaction, which is one of the essential focuses of contemporary urban planning. This research has the general objective of listing the essential factors when analyzing the walkability of spaces, discussing the aspects of the form of the built environment that favors walkability, thus expressing concepts, indexes, methods, and studies that enable and contextualize pedestrian mobility and its relationship with users, urban form and its potentials. As a methodological contribution, bibliographic review research was used, using studies already done in the thematic axes to systematize and generate the result that meets the objectives of the work.  Therefore, a dynamic portrait was obtained concerning walkability and its multisystemic relations with the city, as well as applications in techniques and methods of urban studies.
Air-conditioning supports for buildings: Challenges for a sustainable city
Authors: Silva Wildson Wellington , Soares Willames de Albuquerque , Monteiro Eliana Cristina Barreto
Published: January 2024

With the advancement of technology and the increase in global temperatures, there has been a demand for individual and collective cooling systems in residential and commercial buildings, leaving air conditioning equipment and their respective supports exposed on their facades. The objective of this study is to evaluate the degradation of reinforced concrete supports in a case study. It was found that 49.5% of the buildings have supports for air conditioners in the external area of their facades and of these 69% are reinforced concrete. From the aerial images it was possible to observe cracks in 90% of the supports and 21% presented partial collapse of the structure. It is concluded that the failure in the design of the reinforced concrete support without giving importance to the minimum requirements of coverage and quality control in the manufacture of concrete, are decisive in the increase of porosity and the entry of aggressive agents. The low useful life of these supports is associated with the risk of serious or fatal accidents with the fall of parts of these structures and leads to frequent replacement, demanding more cement consumption and more construction waste.
Evaluation of spatial quality and use of urban park: Case study of the Joaquim Amaral Amando de Barros Municipal Park in Botucatu, SP
Authors: Henrique Lucas Rafael Bortolotto , Botelho Carlos Henrique Rosa , Magagnin Renata Cardoso
Published: January 2024

Public spaces play an important role in urban life, as they are spaces that enable social relations, health and well-being. Those spaces aimed at leisure, such as urban parks, aim to offer the population, in addition to contact with nature, the development of physical activities and recreation for various age groups. The good quality of the spatial configuration encourages the permanence of users in the place and enables social interaction. However, the impoverishment of public space projects leads to their disuse. In this context, this article presents the result of a research that evaluated the spatial quality and use of an urban park. The case study was carried out in the Joaquim Amaral Amando de Barros Municipal Park, located in the city of Botucatu, SP. From an adaptation of the methodology developed by the Project for Public Spaces (2020), the elements associated with Access and Linkages, Comfort and Image, Uses and Activities, and Sociability were evaluated, using performance indicators and an index. The results show in general an excellent degree of adequacy of the physical aspects; however, the accessibility indicator was considered unsatisfactory. Accessibility problems impact the use of the park by people with motor disabilities or reduced mobility. Some weaknesses identified in the park can subsidize future design interventions and serve as a parameter for the development of projects in other parks.
Walkability assessment: a comparative study between two neighborhoods in João Pessoa - PB
Authors: Silva Aryelle Nayra Azevedo , Silva Luiz Bueno da
Published: January 2024

The urban design can influence human behavior. This influence can be manifested through walkability, an attribute of the urban environment capable of encouraging active transport and physical activity, and which has been presented as an intelligent alternative to make cities more sustainable and healthier. In view of this, this study has the general objective of evaluating the walkability of João Pessoa - PB from a sample formed by two neighborhoods of the city, Miramar and São José, which have different morphological characteristics. Urban sections in the neighborhoods were selected using the Proportional Stratified Sampling (PSS) method. The evaluation was then carried out in the study areas, using the walkability index iCam 2.0, a tool developed by the Institute for Transport and Development Policies (ITDP Brazil). The results reveal that walkability is insufficient in several sections of both neighborhoods, but the results of the São José neighborhood show worse conditions of mobility, pedestrian infrastructure, safety, and attractiveness, suggesting a socioeconomic segregation in relation to urban planning. The results of this research can contribute to the construction of the literature concerning on the subject and to the understanding of aspects of urban design that favor walkability in Brazilian cities.