bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
РАЗРАБОТКА СИСТЕМЫ ПОКАЗАТЕЛЕЙ ДЛЯ ОПТИМИЗАЦИИ СИЛ И СРЕДСТВ ПОЖАРНОЙ ОХРАНЫ В ОРГАНИЗАЦИЯХ
Authors: А.А. Кондашов , Е.С. Трещин
Published: November 2024

Целью исследования является создание системы показателей, которая позволит улучшить управление пожарными подразделениями, минимизировать риски для персонала и имущества и обеспечить оперативное реагирование на чрезвычайные ситуации. В статье проводится анализ существующих методов и моделей, используемых для оптимизации деятельности пожарных подразделений. Уделяется особое внимание математическому моделированию, которое позволяет учитывать тип объекта, плотность застройки, доступность водных источников и другие факторы, и на основе этого анализа разрабатываются показатели, которые учитывают экономическую целесообразность, оперативность и безопасность при управлении пожарными силами. Предложенная система показателей затрагивает основные принципы пожарной безопасности, в том числе оценку уровня риска для персонала, оперативность реагирования, эффективность используемых технологий и устойчивость системы к чрезвычайным ситуациям. Среди главных показателей выделяются «время реакции», «уровень подготовки и квалификации персонала», «доступность материальных ресурсов» и «использование инновационных технологий». Разработанная система универсальна, ее применение возможно как на промышленных объектах, так и на гражданских.

The aim of the study is to create a system of indicators that will improve the management of fire departments, minimize risks to personnel and property and ensure prompt response to emergencies. The article analyzes the existing methods and models used to optimize the activities of fire departments. The special attention is paid to mathematical modeling, which allows taking into account the type of object, building density, availability of water sources and other factors. Based on this analysis there are developed indicators taking into account economic feasibility, efficiency and safety in the management of fire forces. The proposed system of indicators addresses the basic principles of fire safety, including assessment of the level of risk to personnel, responsiveness, effectiveness of the technologies used and the system resilience to emergency situations. Among the main indicators there are «reaction time», «level of training and qualification of personnel», «availability of material resources» and «use of innovative technologies». The developed system is universal, its application is possible both at industrial and civil facilities.
Characteristics of Asprosin and Some Biochemical in Prediabetic Pregnant Women Presenting with UTIs
Authors: Al-Sultan Lamia H.A. , Hassan Nour Saeed
Published: November 2024

Diabetes can exacerbate the infection since pregnant women with diabetes had a higher incidence of UTI (29.9%) than pregnant women without diabetes (11.1%). This study investigated the percentage of patients who had a urinary tract infection (UTI) in order to evaluate the function of paternal genetics in the development of DM and ascertain the effect of DM on the urinary system. The study comprised 90 pregnant women, ages 25 to 50, with and without diabetes mellitus (DM) in comparison to control pregnant women. The blood sugar levels and diabetes mellitus were determined both clinically and in a private, specialized laboratory. There was information on the age, etiology, and family history of diabetes. Bacterial species were isolated and identified using culture media and biochemical assays. Patients with UTIs were mostly female (73%) in proportion. To sum up, type 2 diabetes is the most prevalent, particularly in women, and it rises with age. Family genetic susceptibility and abrupt shocks were the primary causes of diabetes mellitus. The majority of diabetes individuals, particularly women, experienced UTIs, and the primary reasons of UTI inflammation were also shown by the current study.  Insulin-resistant mice and humans have pathologically elevated levels of asprosin, a new hormone that has been found to be concentrated in white adipose tissue. However, there is currently no information available about asprosin's involvement in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The aim of our study was to determine whether there might connection between prediabetic pregnant women presenting with and circulating asprosin levels.
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) Evaluation of a Horizontal-axis Wind Turbine with a Bionic Blade
Authors: Musa Russel Tapa , Didane Djamal Hissein , Manshoor Bukhari , Mat Isa Norasikin , Mustapa Mohammad Sukri , A. Amin Abdelazeem
Published: November 2024

With the world's energy supply becoming increasingly scarce, wind power is gaining popularity as a clean source of renewable energy which is good for the environment. Thus, it is an alternative to burning fossil fuels such as coal, which may have an environmental impact during operations due to the emissions of unwanted gases. Wind turbines are the devices used to produce power by moving a turbine's propeller-like blades around a rotor, which spins a generator that generates energy as air passes through them. However, existing wind turbines still suffer from low conversion efficiencies. Therefore, in this current study, the bionic blade design has been used to enhance the performance of a horizontal axis wind turbine utilizing a computational simulation approach while seeking to improve its efficiency. The blade profile of the model used was based on the NACA 0012 airfoil with the modified angle of attack. The hybrid shear stress transport (SST) k-omega was used as the turbulence model. The computational procedures involved the use of various inlet velocities while maintaining a constant rotational speed. The results show that the bionic design was found to improve the overall performance of the standard NACA0012 blade design. Moreover, both power and torque coefficient outputs increase as the tip speed ratio (TSR) increases. However, the torque decreases as the TSR increases. In terms of power coefficient, the highest conversion efficiency was about 28% and it was achieved at 3.7 TSR.
Effect of Water-based Alumina-Copper MHD Hybrid Nanofluid on a Power-Law Form Stretching/Shrinking Sheet with Joule Heating and Slip condition: Dual Solutions Study
Authors: Asghar Adnan , Govindarajoo Mallika Vasugi , Ara Hussan , Zaimi Khairy , Ying Teh Yuan , Lund Liaquat Ali
Published: November 2024

The application of hybrid nanofluid is now being employed to augment the efficiency of heat transfer rates. A numerical study was conducted to investigate the flow characteristics of water-based-alumina copper hybrid nanofluids towards a power-law form stretching/shrinking sheet. This study also considered the influence of magnetic, Joule heating, and thermal slip parameters. This study is significant because it advances our understanding of hybrid nanofluids in the presence of magnetic fields, power-law form stretching/shrinking sheet, and heat transfer mechanisms, providing valuable insights for optimizing and innovating thermal management systems in various industrial applications such as polymers, biological fluids, and manufacturing processes like extrusion, plastic and metal forming, and coating processes. The main objective of this study is to examine the impact of specific attributes, including suction and thermal slip parameters on temperature and velocity profiles. In addition, this exploration examined the reduced skin friction and reduced heat transfer in relation to the solid volume fraction copper and magnetic effects on shrinkage sheet and thermal slip parameter on suction effect. To facilitate the conversion of a nonlinear partial differential equation into a collection of ordinary differential equations, it is necessary to incorporate suitable similarity variables into the transformation procedure. The MATLAB bvp4c solver application is utilized in the conclusion process to solve ordinary differential equations. No solution was found in the sort of when , and . As the intensity of the Eckert number increases, the temperature profile and boundary layer thickness also increase. The reduced heat transfer rate upsurged in both solutions for solid volume fraction copper for shrinking sheet, while the opposite actions can be noticed in both solutions for thermal slip parameter for suction effect. Finally, the study conducted an analysis to identify two distinct solutions for shrinking sheet and suction zone, while considering different parameter values for the copper volume fractions, magnetic and thermal slip condition effect.
Numerical Investigation on Photovoltaic Thermal Panel Using Various Nanofluids Concentrations
Authors: Cheah Kai xiang , Mohd Rosli Mohd Afzanizam , Probowo Probowo , Herawan Safarudin Gazali , Teggar Mohamed , M. Mitan Nona Merry
Published: November 2024

Increasing the efficiency of solar panels is crucial for effective use of renewables. The present numerical study deals with improving the performance of a PVT system with nanofluid using CFD FLUENT software. ZnO-water and SiO2-water nanofluids are investigated and correlation are established between the PVT efficiency and various nanofluid volumetric concentrations ranging from 1% to 10%. Validation of the present results is verified by comparison with experimental data. Comprehensive research is conducted to evaluate the correlation between the thermophysical properties of nanofluids such as density, thermal conductivity, specific heat capacity and dynamic viscosity. The results demonstrate that the overall efficiency of the ZnO-water nanofluid and -water nanofluid increases by 0.44% and 0.24%, respectively, as the volumetric concentration of the nanofluid rises from 1% to 10%. The ZnO-water nanofluid reveals enhanced thermal and electrical efficiency compared to the -water nanofluid due to its superior thermal conductivity and enhanced heat transfer capabilities along the absorber tube. The ZnO-water nanofluid exhibits a greater heat transfer coefficient, thereby facilitating the cooling mechanism of the PV panel and reducing the PV cell temperature, hence enhancing power generation.
КОНСТРУКЦИЯ И ЭКСПЛУАТАЦИОННЫЕ СВОЙСТВА ТРАНСПОРТНЫХ И ТРАНСПОРТНО-ТЕХНОЛОГИЧЕСКИХ МАШИН И ОБОРУДОВАНИЯ
Authors: Дмитрий Валерьевич Дмитрий Валерьевич
Published: November 2024

В учебном пособии рассмотрены основные аспекты эксплуатации, особенности конструкции, способы оценки и методы обеспечения надежности транспортных и транспортно-технологических машин и оборудования. Учебное пособие будет полезно для студентов, обучающихся по соответствующим специальностям, а также для специалистов в области эксплуатации и обслуживания транспортных средств. В пособии подробно описываются конструктивные особенности различных типов машин и их компонентов, принципы работы и технические характеристики. Также уделяется внимание вопросам обеспечения надёжности и безопасности эксплуатации, методам диагностики и технического обслуживания. Учебное пособие содержит теоретические основы и практические рекомендации, которые помогут студентам и специалистам лучше понять принципы работы транспортных и транспортно-технологических машин, а также освоить методы их эффективной эксплуатации.
PENGEMBANGAN BAHAN AJAR PERMAIAN KECIL DENGAN MATERI PERMAINAN TRADISIONAL â€œETUâ€ (TINJU ADAT) BAGI MAHASISWA PJKR STKIP CITRA BAKTI
Authors: Wani Bernabas
Published: November 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengembangkan bahan ajar permainan kecil pada materi permainan tradisionalÂ  â€œetuâ€ (tinju adat) serta mengetahui efektifitas penggunaan bahan ajar terhadap capaian hasil belajar para mahasiswa. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian iniÂ  menggunakan tiga tahap yang terdiri dari define, design dan development, proses pembelajaran yang dilakukan dengan desain one grup pre-test post-test design. subjek dalam penelitian pengembangan ini adalah para mahasiswa PJKR STKIP Citra Bakti Kabupaten Ngada yang program mata kulia permainan kecil semester VI. Hasil yang diperoleh dari penelitian ini adalah penggunaan bahan ajar memberikan dampak positif terhadap peningkatan kempuan belajar permaianan tradisional tinju adat Etu.Kata kunci: Pengembangan; Bahan ajar; permainan tradisional. ABSTRACTThis study aims to develop small game teaching materials on the traditional "etu" game material (custom boxing) and determine the effectiveness of the use of teaching materials on the achievement of student learning outcomes. The method used in this study uses three stages consisting of define, design and development, the learning process is carried out with a one-group pre-test post-test design. The subjects in this development research were the students of PJKR STKIP Citra Bakti, Ngada Regency, who were in the VI semester minor game course. The results obtained from this study are the use of teaching materials has a positive impact on increasing the ability to learn the traditional game of Etu traditional boxing.
KRISIS KARAKTER BERAKIBAT HILANGNYA JATI DIRI BANGSA (Kajian Teoritis Praktis)
Authors: Dhiu Konstantinus Dua
Published: November 2024

Berbagai pikiran terlintas di benak ketika mendengar kata Indonesia. Seribu wajah yang dimiliki Indonesia saat ini tidak terlepas dari masa lalu dan setiap fenomena yang sedang dialami saat ini. Sayangnya lebih banyak hal negatif yang bisa diceritakan mengenai kondisi Indonesia saat ini. Hal ini dibuktikan dengan terjadinya krisis multidimensi, seperti krisis karakter, krisis ekonomi, krisis hukum, krisis sosial, krisis budaya, krisis agama, krisis kedaulatan yang berlangsung cukup lama di Indonesia. Hal tersebut menyebabkan semakin terpuruknya nama baik bangsa Indonesia di dunia Internasional. Berbagai tontonan mengenai krisis multidimensi yang setiap hari disajikan di tengah keluarga melalui media televisi, tanpa ada upaya dari pemerintah untuk menyaring dan menyesuaikan dengan kondisi dan situasi masyarakat lambat laun akan mampu mempengaruhi dan menjadi alasan bagi masyarakat untuk â€œikut sertaâ€ terjun dan melakukan hal negatif yang mengakibatkan kondisi negeri ini semakin dalam terpuruk.
SOSIALISASI PENGGUNAAN APE KELAS AWAL DI SD CITRA BAKTI
Authors: Dhiu Konstantinus Dua , Fono Yasinta Maria
Published: November 2024

Tujuan dari kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini adalah memperkenalkan kepada guru dan murid tentang penggunaan media pembelajaran yaitu dalam bentuk Alat Permainan Edukatif (APE). Sosialisasi ini diharapkan agar guru mampu meningkatkan keterampilan dalam menciptakan alat permainan edukatif yang beragam yang disesuaikan dengan materi dalam proses pembelajaran sehingga dapat meningkatkan minat dan keaktifan siswa kelas awal dalam peroses pembelajaran tersebut. Kelas awal di SD Citra Bakti sendiri terdiri dari kelas 1, 2, dan kelas 3. Pada fase ini, guru sangat membutuhkan media pembelajaran yang dapat meningkatkan ketertarikan siswa dalam belajar yang salah satu bentukanya adalah APE. APE mengandung kesesuaian dengan kebutuhan dan indikator capaian kemampuan yang harus dimiliki oleh siswa, memiliki kemudahan dalam penggunaannya, serta meningkatkan minat siswa dalam kegiatan belajar. Kegiatan pengabdian dalam bentuk sosialisasi ini, dilakukan melalui dua tahap, yaitu tahap pertama sosialisasi penggunaan APE pada tingkat SD kelas awal di SD Citra Bakti dan tahap kedua yaitu penyerahan hasil pengembangan APE kepada SD Citra Bakti. Diharapkan dari pelaksanaan kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat tentang sosialisasi penggunaan APE kelas awal di SD Citra Bakti ini, dapat meningkatkan kreatifitas guru dalam menciptakan APE yang semakin beragam, dan dapat menciptakan suasana belajar yang menyenangkan bagi siswa SD kelas awal di SD Citra Bakti.
HAK ANAK DAN PERLINDUNGAN ANAK
Authors: Dhiu Konstantinus Dua
Published: November 2024

Anak adalah amanah sekaligus karunia Tuhan Yang Maha Esa, yang senantiasa yang harus kita jaga karena dalam dirinya melekat harkat, dan hak-hak sebagai manusia yang harus dijunjung tinggi. Hak asasi anak merupakan bagian dari hak asasi manusia yang termuat dalam undang-undang dasar 1945 dan konvensi perserikatan bangsa-bangsa tentang hak-hak anak. Dari sisi kehidupan berbangsa dan bernegara, anak adalah masa depan bangsa dan generasi penerus cita-cita bangsa, sehingga setiap anak berhak atas kelangsungan hidup, tumbuh, dan berkembang, berpartisipasi serta berhak atas perlindungan dari tindak kekerasan dan diskrimininasi serta hak sipil dan kebebasan.Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â  Meskipun Undang-undang No. 39 tahun 1999 tentang Hak Asai Manusia telah mencantumkan tentang hak anak, pelaksanaan kewajiban dan tanggung jawab orang tua, keluarga, masyarakat, pemberintah, dan Negara, untuk memberikan perlindungan pada anak masih memerlukan suatu UU mengenai perlindungan anak sebagai landasan yurdisi bagi pelaksanaan kewajiban dan tanggung jawab tersebut. Dengan demikian, pembentukan UU ini didasarkan pada pertimbangan bahwa perlindungan anak dalam segala aspeknya merupakan bagian dari kegiatan pembangunan nasional, khususnya dalam memajukan kehidupan berbangsa dan bernegara.
The Dual Impact of Inward FDI on Growth and Sustainability in Emerging, Developing, and Under-developed Economies: A Systematic Literature Review
Authors:   Academic Society of Global Business Administration, Oh Kum-Sik
Published: November 2024

본 논문의목적은신흥국, 개발도상국, 저개발국(EDU) 경제의 성장과 지속 가능성을 위한 외국
인 직접투자(Foreign Direct Investment, FDI)의 장단점을 다룬 기존 연구를 체계적으로 검토하는
데 있다. 또한 문헌고찰을바탕으로이분야의필요한향후연구방향역시제안하고자한다. 논
문의 목표를 달성하기위해, 지난 24년 동안 발표된 영향력 있는 논문들을식별하고주요실증결
과를 조사 및소개하였으며, 인용 분석과 서지 분석을 수행하였다. 그 이후, 키워드 분석을 통해
FDI와 이에 관련된 문제들에대한주요주제들을제시하였다. 본논문의문헌검토는기존연구가
다루어 온주요주제들과, 이러한연구들이 기여한 연대기적 기여를성공적으로 밝혀냈다고 사료
된다. 그러나 기존연구의많은 기여에도불구하고여전히다수의연구갭(research gaps)들이 남아
있다. 또한, FDI와 지역 개발 간의 관련성을 다루는 실증분석 시도가 증가해 왔음에도 불구하고,
일관성없는결과가여전히상존하고있다. 이를바탕으로본연구는우선적으로고려되어야할실
증 연구의 방향을 제시하였다.
The Impact of Job Insecurity among 6th Industry workers on Organizational Commitment and Organizational Performance
Authors:   Academic Society of Global Business Administration, Son Eun Il
Published: November 2024

This study aims to maximize the stable growth and sustainability of organizations by analyzing
the relationship between job instability and organizational performance among employees in the
6th industrial sector. The purpose of the research is to empirically verify the mediating effect of
organizational commitment, based on previous studies, to minimize the negative outcomes caused
by job instability among 6th industrial workers.
The results of the empirical analysis are as follows: First, job instability among sixth industrial
employees had a negative impact on organizational commitment. Second, job instability
negatively affected not only organizational commitment but also organizational performance.
Third, organizational commitment among sixth industrial employees positively influenced
organizational performance. Fourth, organizational commitment among 6th industrial employees
played a mediating role between job instability and organizational performance.
The findings of this study are expected to contribute to understanding the job characteristics of
6th industrial workers and provide important insights for formulating relevant policies aimed at
enhancing organizational commitment and performance, thereby improving job satisfaction and
fostering the stable growth of the 6th industrial sector.
A Study on the Financial Ratio Analysis of Premium Hotels in Korea Since 2020
Authors:   Academic Society of Global Business Administration, Kwak Jae-Woo
Published: November 2024

본연구는2020년 이후코로나19 팬데믹의영향으로인해국내특급호텔들이겪은재무적변화
를분석하고자하였다. 연구의주요목적은팬데믹기간동안이들호텔들이직면한재정적어려움
과그에따른회복과정을평가하고, 이들이얼마나효과적으로재정적건강성과운영효율성을유
지했는지를 분석하는 것이다. 이를 위해 본 연구는 2020년부터 2023년까지의 데이터를 바탕으로
안정성, 수익성, 성장성, 활동성에 관한 주요 재무비율을 심층적으로 분석하였다.
연구결과, 코로나19 팬데믹 초기에 호텔들은 유동성과 부채비율에서 큰 변동을 겪어 재정적 안
정성이 심각하게위협받았음을 확인하였다. 그러나 2022년 이후 다소 회복세를 보이며 일부 안정
성을되찾았다. 그럼에도불구하고, 이들호텔들은여전히수익성측면에서산업평균에미치지못
하는 어려움을지속적으로 겪고있으며, 특히2023년에는 성장률이 둔화되어 장기적인 성장을 지
속하기어려운상황에처해있음을보여주었다. 한편, 활동성비율분석에서는팬데믹기간에도불
구하고 자산 관리 및재고관리에서높은효율성을 유지하는모습을보여 주었다.
본 연구는 이러한 분석 결과를 바탕으로, 향후 국내 특급 호텔들이 재무적 안정성을 강화하고,
수익성을개선하며, 지속가능한성장을달성하기위한전략적시사점을제시한다. 이를통해호텔
산업뿐만 아니라, 한국 관광 산업 전반의 경쟁력을 높이는 데 기여할 수 있을 것으로 기대된다.
The Impact of Takeover Announcements on Share Price: An Empirical Study about Home Takeovers and Foreign Takeovers using Event Study
Authors:   Academic Society of Global Business Administration, Rabby Fazle Rabby Fazle , Eun Woong
Published: November 2024

이 기사에서는 인수발표가주가에미치는영향을분석합니다. 기존 문헌은자금조달의이
유, 입찰 유형, 인수 대상 기업 및다양한전술을포함한여러유형의인수를다루고있다. 본
연구는인수발표를기반으로인수입찰과M&A(인수합병) 간의관계및구조와금융을제시한
다. 또한, M&A 활동과 국제무역이주가에미치는영향을국내및해외거래를포함하여조사
한다. 이 연구는 M&A를 둘러싼 이벤트 연구를 제시하며, 여기서 이벤트는 발표일이다. 인수
발표가 이루어지면 인수 기업의 주가는 이벤트 기간 동안변동할수 있다. 본연구의목적은
이러한발표가인수기업의주가에미치는영향을분석하고, 국내인수와해외인수간의주가
반응을 비교하는 것이다. 본 연구는 100개의 관측치를 선택하여 분석을 진행했으며, 그 중 50
개는국내인수발표, 나머지50개는해외인수발표이다. 연구결과, 국내인수발표는주가에
큰영향을미치지않았지만, 해외인수발표는주가에긍정적인영향을미쳤다. 긍정적인평균
초과수익률로인해, 국내및해외인수모두에서이벤트발생5일전부터어느정도의사전인
지나 정보유출이있었음을시사하는증거가있다. 국내인수는유의미한수준의초과수익률
을 보였지만, 해외 인수는중요한임계값을넘지못했다. 이벤트발생일(0일)에는 해외 인수의
긍정적이고유의미한초과수익률로인해긍정적인영향을미쳤다는증거가있었다. 이벤트연
구 방법은초과수익률계산의정확성에영향을미칠수있는가정에의존한다. 본연구는단
기초과수익률에만초점을맞추고있어, 인수가주가에미치는전체적인영향을간과할수있
다. 이 연구는투자자와기업의사결정자에게실질적인시사점을제공하여, 금융시장및기업
행동에 대한 폭넓은 이해를 돕고 의사결정과정을 보다 용이하게만들것이다.
Impact of Temperature and Shading on Performance of Solar Photovoltaic Systems in Telecom Sites
Authors: Chukwuma Nwachukwu , Atuchukwu A J. , Okoye J. A. , Dumkhana Lesuanu,
Published: November 2024

Nigeria's rural mobile network boom strains its power generation. Expensive and polluting diesel generators power off-grid base stations, prompting mobile network operators to explore solar PV systems. However, real-life performance under field conditions is a major concern, as manufacturer datasheets often fall short. This study highlighted the performance of a solar PV system powering a telecommunication station in Uli, Anambra State, Nigeria. We examined temperature, irradiance and shading effect. The findings highlight the impact of shading and temperature on energy yield and performance ratio (PR). While stand-alone and solar tracking systems had similar PRs (66 to 68 percent), tracking systems generated the most energy (4.53 energy yield) due to increased solar exposure. However, this benefit came with a trade-off; higher temperature losses (1559 kWh) caused by temperature rise from direct sunlight. Additionally, the nearby structures significantly impacted tracking systems by causing shading. In conclusion, well-designed solar PV systems for telecommunication stations must consider mitigating factors like shading and temperature. This can achieve substantial advantages: lower operational expenses for operators, improved network availability for rural users, and a reduced environmental impact, aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Two simple ways to make taxonomic diagnoses more useful
Authors: Packer Laurence
Published: November 2024

Diagnoses are important aspects of description and identification processes, but they often do not make it clear whether they are useful for a particular specimen. I suggest that diagnoses always be accompanied by overt statements as to what taxonomic group the new taxon is being compared with, and whether it is a geographically, morphologically or ecologically restricted subset. I term the group to which the diagnosis overtly relates the reference group. Further, a paper that provides the features that the reference group must possess has the potential for being more broadly useful. For example, if the reference group is a subtribe but the authors explain how to separate that subtribe from all others in the subfamily, then a user must be able to identify only the subfamily before finding potentially useful information in the paper. I term this often more expansive taxon the recognition group.

For 313 newly described insect genera for which diagnoses were provided, I assess the taxonomic level and number of genera in both the reference and recognition groups. The two groups were identical in almost half of the cases, were at the same taxonomic level but geographically or morphologically restricted in less than 9% and at a higher taxonomic level in the remainder. When authors explained how to identify the reference group from a larger recognition group, the number of genera from which the new one could be differentiated increased by a factor of more than four.

I make a series of recommendations on how diagnoses can be improved based upon analyses of reference and recognition groups.
Granite outcrops as possible havens for biodiversity in arid land
Authors: Shakdofa Mohammed , Almaghrabi Omar , Alsherif Emad
Published: November 2024

Little is known about granite outcrops in arid regions. The current study sought to determine if granite outcrops generate wetter islands compared to their arid surroundings. Forty independent phytosociological stands dealing with granite outcrops (25 stands) and nearby matrix (15 stands) vegetation were sampled. A total of 146 species of vascular plants were identified, categorised into 39 families and 106 genera. Results recorded more taxa in granite outcrops than in their matrix; specifically, there were 29.2% more species, 33.8% more genera and 26.6% more families in the granite outcrops than in their matrix. Only 16 species were reported in the matrix area that are not present in the granite outcrops, compared to 46 species found in the granite outcrops that are absent from the matrix area. The ratios of therophytes and phanerophytes in granite outcrops were 5% and 11.1% greater, respectively, than those observed in their matrices. The proportions of Sudano-Zambasian elements were higher in granite outcrops than those in the matrix and, in contrast, the Sudano-Arabian and tropical elements proportions were higher in the matrix than those in the granite outcrops. The current results concluded that granite outcrops form wetter island-like habitats as compared to their surroundings.
The insights lost from ambiguous retraction notices
Authors: Wang Joshua
Published: November 2024

 
Reinstatement of Struthanthus venetus (Loranthaceae): an endemic species of central Mexico
Authors: Maldonado-Borja Maria Guadalupe , Miguel-Vázquez Mónica Isabel , Espejo-Serna Adolfo , Cerros-Tlatilpa Rosa
Published: November 2024

Struthanthus Mart. is a challenging genus because the abundance of reproductively incomplete specimens (lacking mature pistillate and staminate flowers and fruit) has inspired the description of many species, resulting in a long list of names to be verified. In addition, the genus currently lacks a monographic treatment. Struthanthus venetus (Kunth) Blume was previously considered a heterotypic synonym of S. interruptus (Kunth) G. Don. However, examination of herbarium specimens and observation of living plants demonstrate that S. venetus is a distinct species distinguishable from S. interruptus. Here, we propose the reinstatement of S. venetus along with a complete description of the species and the designation of an epitype to complement the reproductively incomplete (lacking flowers) and severely fragmented type.
Association of Past Smoking Status With Gout in Māori People in Aotearoa New Zealand
Authors: Fanning Niamh C. , Pearson John F. , Dalbeth Nicola , Watson Huti , Merriman Tony R. , Stamp Lisa K.
Published: November 2024

Objective

Evidence for an association of smoking with gout is conflicting. We assessed associations of current and past smoking with gout in an Aotearoa New Zealand (NZ) population.

Methods

Multivariable logistic regression analysis was performed on cross-sectional data from participants of NZ Māori (from 2 studies: Genetics of Gout in Aotearoa [GGA] study of 293 participants with gout and 431 without; and Ngāti Porou Hauora [NPH] study of 111 participants with gout and 42 without), Pacific people (257 participants with gout and 357 without), and European (694 participants with gout and 688 without) ancestry.

Results

Current smoking was not associated with gout in NZ Māori (GGA: adjusted odds ratio [aOR] 1.54,P= 0.13; NPH: aOR 3.02,P= 0.10), Pacific people (aOR 0.64,P= 0.21), or European (aOR 0.92,P= 0.80) cohorts. Ex-smoker status was associated with higher gout prevalence in Māori cohorts (GGA: aOR 1.71,P= 0.02; NPH: aOR 7.95,P< 0.001), but not in Pacific people (aOR 1.10,P= 0.69) or European (aOR 1.18,P= 0.22) cohorts. Associations were independent of age, sex, BMI, alcohol intake, kidney function, hypertension, diabetes, physical activity, sugary drink consumption, education, and employment. No association of smoker status with serum urate concentrations was observed in participants without gout.

Conclusion

Ex-smoker status was associated with higher gout prevalence in people of NZ Māori ancestry. No association of current smoking with gout was observed across ancestral groups, raising uncertainties about the relevance of an association specific to ex-smokers.
Patient Profiles in Randomized Controlled Trials Versus a Real-World Study in Psoriatic Arthritis: Scoping Review and Metaanalysis
Authors: Alle Gelsomina , Lopez-Medina Clementina , Siebert Stefan , Lavie Frédéric , Noel Wim , Smolen Josef S. , Gossec Laure
Published: November 2024

Objective

Patients with psoriatic arthritis (PsA) in randomized controlled trials (RCTs) may not reflect patients with PsA in clinical practice. Our objective was to perform a metaanalysis comparing the characteristics of patients with PsA in RCTs of biologic disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (bDMARDs) to patient profiles in a real-world study.

Methods

Data sources included (1) a scoping literature review of phase III RCTs of bDMARDs in PsA published between 2015 and 2020, and (2) an international observational study of patients with PsA starting a bDMARD enrolled between 2015 and 2018 (PsABio; ClinicalTrials.gov:NCT02627768). Data collected at baseline included swollen and tender joint counts (SJC/TJC), presence of enthesitis, skin involvement (body surface area [BSA]), C-reactive protein (CRP), physician global assessment (PGA), and patient-reported outcomes (PROs; Health Assessment Questionnaire [HAQ], pain). Univariate random effects metaanalysis was conducted to calculate pooled means and proportions.

Results

Overall, 5654 patients from 10 RCTs were compared to 930 PsABio patients. Demographic data were similar. SJC/TJC were higher in RCTs than in PsABio (pooled means: 11.8/21.5 vs 5.7/11.9), and enthesitis was more frequent in RCTs (64.7% vs 48.2%), as were patients with a BSA ≥ 3% (62.2% vs 54%). PGA was higher in RCTs (59.7 vs 54.1). In contrast, PROs were similar, whereas CRP was significantly higher in PsABio (1.4 vs 1.1 mg/dL).

Conclusion

Patients with PsA starting a bDMARD in RCTs had highly active disease and a high patient-reported disease burden. In contrast, PsABio real-world patients starting a bDMARD had lower SJC/TJC, skin involvement, and PGA, but presented with similar patient-reported disease burden. The extrapolation of RCT data in clinical practice should take these elements into account.
An advanced encryption system based on soft sets
Authors: Bayram Erdal , Çelik Gülşah , Gezek Mustafa
Published: November 2024

Given the application domains of soft set theory, such as decision-making processes, image processing, machine learning, and data mining, it is natural to consider that this theory could be utilized more effectively in encryption systems. A review of the literature reveals that soft set-based encryption systems have been explored in a limited number of studies. This study seeks to develop a new approach for soft sets in encryption systems by utilizing newly introduced algebraic and topological tools. In this system, parties will be able to generate encryption keys independently using soft sets they determine themselves rather than through prior mutual agreement. Additionally, the method of key generation and the size of the key space in the resulting encryption system provides a more secure and distinct alternative compared to existing soft set-based encryption systems.
Bivariate Epanechnikov-exponential distribution: statistical properties, reliability measures, and applications to computer science data
Authors: Barakat H. M. , Alawady M. A. , Husseiny I. A. , Nagy M. , Mansi A. H. , Mohamed M. O.
Published: November 2024

One important area of statistical theory and its applications to bivariate data modeling is the construction of families of bivariate distributions with specified marginals. This motivates the proposal of a bivariate distribution employing the Farlie-Gumbel-Morgenstern (FGM) copula and Epanechnikov exponential (EP-EX) marginal distribution, denoted by EP-EX-FGM. The EP-EX distribution is a complementing distribution, not a rival, to the exponential (EX) distribution. Its simple function shape and dependence on a single scale parameter make it an ideal choice for marginals in the suggested new bivariate distribution. The statistical properties of the EP-EX-FGM model are examined, including product moments, coefficient of correlation between the internal variables, moment generating function, conditional distribution, concomitants of order statistics (OSs), mean residual life function, and vitality function. In addition, we calculated reliability and information measures including the hazard function, reversed hazard function, positive quadrant dependence feature, bivariate extropy, bivariate weighted extropy, and bivariate cumulative residual extropy. Estimating model parameters is accomplished by utilizing maximum likelihood, asymptotic confidence intervals, and Bayesian approaches. Finally, the advantage of EP-EX-FGM over the bivariate Weibull FGM distribution, bivariate EX-FGM distribution, and bivariate generalized EX-FGM distribution is illustrated using actual data sets.
Optimal HAR inference
Authors: Dou Liyu
Published: November 2024

This paper considers the problem of deriving heteroskedasticity and autocorrelation robust (HAR) inference about a scalar parameter of interest. The main assumption is that there is a known upper bound on the degree of persistence in data. I derive finite‐sample optimal tests in the Gaussian location model and show that the robustness‐efficiency tradeoffs embedded in the optimal tests are essentially determined by the maximal persistence. I find that with an appropriate adjustment to the critical value, it is nearly optimal to use the so‐called equal‐weighted cosine (EWC) test, where the long‐run variance is estimated by projections onto
q type II cosines. The practical implications are an explicit link between the choice of
q and assumptions on the underlying persistence, as well as a corresponding adjustment to the usual Student‐
t critical value. I illustrate the results in two empirical examples.
Les présents musicaux
Authors: Olive Jean-Paul
Published: November 2024

Cet article s’attache à montrer comment, au-delà d’une conception banale et socialement fabriquée qui fait du présent musical un « donné immédiat », la musique -dès lors qu’on la considère comme un véritable accès sensible à la connaissance- est un objet particulièrement propice à l’étude du présent, pensé comme catégorie complexe et médiate. S’appuyant sur la réflexion d’Adorno en ce qui concerne la durée, l’article vise à réfléchir, contre la vision inerte du présent qui semble aujourd’hui s’imposer, à une conception dynamique ouverte de l’œuvre musicale.
Musique et Société
Authors: Castanet Pierre Albert
Published: November 2024

Faisant suite à Tout est bruit pour qui a peur – Pour une histoire sociale du son sale (Paris, Michel de Maule, 1999, rééd. 2007) et à Quand le sonore cherche noise – Pour une philosophie du bruit (Paris, Michel de Maule, 2008), l’article de Pierre Albert Castanet tente de montrer que la confusion sonore est le reflet de la société moderne. Centrée sur la décennie symbolique des Sixties – et notamment sur les événements parisiens de Mai 1968 –, l’étude tant sociologique qu’esthétique traite du rapport à l’impur dans la musique savante et la musique populaire. Elle montre finalement que le bruit est témoin de la misère du monde comme de la nouvelle expression de l’art.
Ce qu’a vu le Cers et À la recherche du rythme perdu
Authors: Fourès Henry
Published: November 2024

Henry Fourès évoque ici en tant que pianiste sa collaboration avec le compositeur Luc Ferrari (1929-2005) autour des deuxième et troisième pièces du cycle Réflexions sur l’écriture. L’interprétation de ces œuvres ont amené Henry Fourès à expérimenter et intégrer de nouveaux gestes instrumentaux, à les maîtriser et les développer dans la durée. Deux collaborations avec le compositeur Luc Ferrari.
Opening ears
Authors: Szlavnics Chiyoko
Published: November 2024

This article will attempt to describe how and why a drawing method became central to my compositional process; why I use just-intonation-based ratios; how I incorporate ratios into my work in relation to the drawings; and how the consequences of working with musical material in the way I do affects the listening experience. I will provide some background information (the origins of some aspects of my approach), and will explain why I, as a young composer at the end of the 20th century, was drawn to this method; to metre-less material; to the rejection of manuscript paper; to acoustical phenomena; and to a microtonality stemming from the just-intonation ratio system (and I will pose some philosophical questions along the way).
Walls of light and sound: Temporal and Musical Dimensions in Sean Scully’s Work
Authors: Ordóñez Eslava Pedro
Published: November 2024

The aim of this text is to study the temporal and musical dimensions of Sean Scully’s work, after making a bio-bibliographical revision – since the 60’s to his latest pieces at the beginning of the 21st century. Secondly, I seek to exemplify the interdisciplinary link with music in the corpus of the Irish painter, as a visible example of this temporal fact. I therefore suggest the study of Scully’s texts –which stand as a main source to analyze his æsthetic thought– and those of the critics. The article continues with the analysis of the cycle Wall of light and of certain musical examples inspired by it, written by the Spanish composer Mauricio Sotelo. Thus, I shall demonstrate the relevance of temporal and musical dimensions to appreciate Scully’s entire work.
Le sociologue et le sensible
Authors: Balteau Émilie
Published: November 2024

Adossé à un travail de recherche socio-filmique portant sur les effets sociaux de la rénovation urbaine, cet article propose d’interroger le rapport qu’entretient le regard sociologique avec la dimension sensible du monde social lorsque la recherche s’écrit en images. Il aborde plusieurs aspects soulevés par cette question, intimement liés entre eux : le film comme mode de connaissance singulier qui opère par le sensible ; l’attention portée, dans le travail de terrain en particulier, à la dimension sensible du monde social ; les dispositifs de réalisation déployés pour rendre sensible/visible le film ; la manière dont le film, comme objet sensible, n’en prend pas moins en charge les mécanismes structurels et les concepts qui y réfèrent.
Beyond Lectures
Authors: Gerges Elissar
Published: November 2024

Despite the robust evidence supporting active learning, it is quite surprising that students complete weeks of lectures before an assignment, the product of their learning, is due. In such classes, learning is assumed to occur as students complete the assigned readings and attend classes without demonstrating their understanding. Alternatively, courses designed based on an active learning approach require students to showcase their learning in various tasks in a collaborative environment. The literature provides a wealth of research studies with empirical evidence of the effectiveness of active learning strategies in enhancing student achievement shifting from didactic teaching to a student-centered environment. This chapter will introduce the Flipped Learning Model as an active learning pedagogy in an online classroom. The flipped learning model aligns with the social constructivist approach as a theoretical framework that underpins active learning. Two active learning strategies will be explored in the flipped classroom context: Jigsaw Groups and Active Reading.
Artificial Intelligence in Micro-Credentials for Open and Distance Learning
Authors: Harizan Siti Haslina Md , Ally Mohamed
Published: November 2024

Micro-credentials are growing rapidly, meeting the demand for a flexible workforce and aligning well with the ODL environment. The use of artificial intelligence is pushing education to new heights. However, AI's integration in micro-credentials for ODL is fragmented, limiting the field's expansion. This research aims to address this gap by conducting a systematic review using software to analyse the relevant literature comprehensively. Employing a hybrid approach of bibliometric and thematic analysis, the review examines forty-six articles on AI integration into micro-credentials in ODL, identifying research gaps and suggesting future directions. The review provides updated insights, benefiting both theoretical and practical applications. It offers a comprehensive reference for industry practitioners to bridge the gap between theory and practice, contributing new knowledge and identifying future research opportunities.
Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Lifelong Learning in Transnational Contexts
Authors: Valarmathi V. , Suchitra B.
Published: November 2024

This chapter explores the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on lifelong learning within the context of transnational higher education. It examines how AI technologies can bridge educational divides across global landscapes, enhance personalized learning experiences, and support continuous education beyond traditional academic boundaries. By integrating AI into lifelong learning frameworks, transnational higher education institutions can offer more accessible, flexible, and effective educational opportunities to diverse learner populations worldwide.
AI-Powered Tools for Teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) in TNE
Authors: Khan Said Muhammad
Published: November 2024

This study looks into how artificial intelligence (AI) incorporating tools have revolutionized the field of English as a Second Language (ESL) teaching in the context of Transnational Higher Education (TNE). Among the examples are language learning apps, adaptive learning platforms, and virtual tutors that provide 45% and 32% more improvements in the engagement and language proficiency of learners, respectively. The three major advancements made are in the realms of hyper-personalization, multimodal learning, and enhanced natural language processing (NLP). However, the problems of data quality, ethical issues, and lack of supporting infrastructure remain. Future developments hold out greater integration, ethical AI, and improved teacher training. The study points to a balanced approach in leveraging AI for ESL with equitable access, ethical use, and continued professional development. As AI advances, it will turn out to be a key driver for reshaping ESL instruction, providing innovative, personalized, and effective learning experiences to varied learners around the world.
Enhancing Graduate Employability With AI in Transnational Higher Education
Authors: Alzubaidi Mohammed A. , Khalid Usman
Published: November 2024

The study explores the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on graduate employability within transnational higher education (TNHE). The findings demonstrate significant improvements in employment rates, with institutions such as the University of Nottingham Malaysia and RMIT University Vietnam reporting higher employment rates among graduates who utilised AI-based career services compared to those who did not. AI-driven platforms have enhanced student satisfaction, with approximately 85% of students acknowledging that AI tools helped them develop industry-relevant skills, thereby increasing their job readiness. Furthermore, AI has played a crucial role in aligning TNE curricula with industry needs, as evidenced by the successful integration of AI tools at Singapore Management University and the American University of Sharjah to tailor programs that meet employer demands. Despite these benefits, challenges such as inclusivity and ethical considerations persist, emphasising the need for continuous evaluation and improvement of AI systems in educational settings.
Sustainability and AI in Transnational Higher Education
Authors: Islam Mohammad Ekramol , Hasan Polas Mohammad Rashed , Rahman Md. Mominur
Published: November 2024

This chapter shows the integration of sustainability principles and artificial intelligence (AI) in Transnational Higher Education (TNHE) in Bangladesh. It explores the current TNHE landscape, highlighting both its benefits and challenges. The chapter examines how AI can enhance personalized learning, accessibility, and administrative efficiency while addressing ethical concerns such as data privacy and bias. It also emphasizes the role of sustainability in higher education, including green campus practices, curriculum integration, and research advancements. By analyzing case studies and offering strategic recommendations, the chapter outlines how Bangladesh can leverage AI and sustainability to improve its higher education system, enhance global competitiveness, and contribute to sustainable development.
Design Thinking and Leadership
Authors: Sayed Zahir , Gerwel Proches Cecile N. , Kader Abdullah , Taylor Simon M.
Published: November 2024

Leadership is the primary factor that determines success or failure in a community, an organization, or on a worldwide scale. Organizations worldwide are integrating technology into business operations to enhance innovation and adapt to evolving environments. Design thinking can foster a stimulating work environment. Exploring design thinking in the leadership of KwaZulu-Natal's tourism industry, based in South Africa, was the primary objective of this study. A purposive sampling strategy was employed in the study's qualitative research design. According to the key findings, all participants from the tourism sector agreed that leadership had a significant impact on design thinking. The study's findings led to the identification of a number of major elements which influenced the future direction of the KwaZulu-Natal tourism industry through design thinking. Tourism leaders should embrace the crucial components offered in this study in order to effectively implement design thinking.
Emotional Intelligence
Authors: Almadani Noura
Published: November 2024

This chapter primarily aims to discuss various aspects of emotional intelligence and its use in leadership across different cultural and organisational contexts. To have a broad view of how to apply EI in modern leadership, it incorporates extensive research as well as case studies from various countries, continents, and industries. The aim is to enlighten readers about new important aspects of emotional intelligence that promote resilience in terms of adaptive leaders and those with strong empathy who can survive this “new normal.” Also, The chapter investigated the global impact of EI on leadership practices.
Role of Emotional Intelligence in Crisis Leadership
Authors: Yadav Mohit , Hung Ta Huy
Published: November 2024

This chapter critically discusses the role of EI in crisis leadership, which is the conclusion of how EI enables leaders to effectively navigate the intricacies of the challenges. As the prevalence of crises continues its upward trend for organizations, leaders who have developed high EI are more stress-managed, able to communicate better with key stakeholders, and encourage resilience among members. The book investigates the influence of EI on managerial practices, ethical decision-making processes, and social dynamics-one that does not flourish without these leadership attributes such as empathy, self-awareness, and regulating emotions. Further to the development of EI competencies, leaders will be better positioned to build an environment that collaborates and earns the trust of partners-the bedrock from which one can learn to overcome adversity. Conclusion The chapter points out that EI is worthy of a place in organizations' thinking within their people development through achieving effectiveness for fostering a more inclusive, resilient workplace.