bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Machine Learning Models for Gold Price Prediction: A Comparative Analysis and Evaluation
Authors: Kong Ran
Published: October 2024

The prediction of gold prices is meaningful for multiple industries. Gold is a relatively stable store of value, and its price is closely linked to stocks, exchange rates, and monetary policy. Observing the trend of gold prices can promote the stable development of financial businesses. In this article, the daily opening and closing prices of gold over the past ten years were chosen as the data support. Seven different models were trained to predict prices on a yearly basis with a half-year interval. These predictions were then compared to actual data, and evaluations and analyses were conducted to identify the most suitable model for gold price forecasting. The machine learning models used included Ridge Regression, Linear Regression, Decision Tree Random Forest, Lasso Regression, Support Vector Machine, and K-Nearest Neighbors. In the evaluation process, Mean Squared Error (MSE) was used as the criterion to assess the accuracy of the model predictions.
Impact of Strengthened Financial Regulation on Commercial Banks' Asset Risk: A Case Study of China CITIC Bank
Authors: Li Qi
Published: October 2024

As an integral part of China's economic system, the financial market plays a crucial role. In recent years, China has attached increasing importance to the financial market and intensified efforts to improve financial regulatory systems, with a particular emphasis on banking supervision. Banks, as vital components of the financial market, have a significant impact on the stability of the entire financial system due to their level of risk exposure. In order to better explore the changes in bank asset risk under the trend of strengthened regulation, this paper conducts a case study on China CITIC Bank. The case of China CITIC Bank being penalized serves to illustrate the inherent risks in the assets of China CITIC Bank. Furthermore, through this penalty, China has sent a signal to financial institutions to strengthen regulation, thereby compelling banking institutions to enhance their risk management capabilities. Under the trend of intensified regulation, it can be inferred that central oversight of banking institutions will gradually strengthen.
Research on Sales of New Energy Vehicles Based on ARIMA Model
Authors: Liu Qiming , Zhang Qiyue , Ma Dashun
Published: October 2024

Firstly, this article identifies seven indicators based on electric vehicles: battery endurance, number of public charging facilities, government subsidies, gasoline prices, electricity prices, carbon emissions, and number of power battery companies. Spearman correlation analysis is conducted between indicator data and sales of new energy electric vehicles. The correlation coefficients of the first five indicators are all greater than 0.6, which is the main influencing factor. Then, the sales of new energy vehicles are predicted using a yearly forecasting method. Due to the close correlation between the sales of new energy vehicles and the five main indicators, the ARIMA time series model is first used to predict the annual quantity of the five indicators. Then, using these five indicators as inputs and sales as outputs, a BP neural network model is established to predict the annual sales of new energy vehicles in China to be 46051748 units in ten years. Finally, quantifying the score of ecological environment assessment using four evaluation indicators: sulfur dioxide, smoke emissions, ammonia nitrogen, and carbon dioxide. The entropy weight method was used to determine the weights of each indicator, and the results were 37.25%, 30.96%, 21.24%, and 10.55%, respectively. Then apply it to the TOPSIS model to obtain ecological environment scores for different years, and analyze the correlation between the degree of electrification and ecological environment scores. Finally, it can be concluded that the larger the market share of new energy vehicles, the better the ecological environment.
Historical Reasons for the Difference in Football Performance between China and Japan
Authors: Huang Beichen
Published: October 2024

The gap between China and Japan in football performance is widening, but few articles have been written on its impact on football from a historical perspective. This article hopes to bring some enlightenment and suggestions for the development direction of Chinese football in the process of studying the historical reasons of the two countries on the performance of football. This article compares the origin, folk development, representative significance, and political aspects of football in the two countries, and analyzes several factors that lead to differences in participation levels from the perspective of commercialization, official support, and historical background. It is concluded that the main impact of historical reasons on Chinese and Japanese football is the formation of a localized and mature football culture in Japan, which is not present in China. Based on this conclusion, it is concluded that the development direction of Chinese football should be aimed at developing and forming its own football culture.
Financial Analysis of China's New Energy Vehicle Industry under the Harvard Analytical Framework: A Case Study of BYD Company Limited and NIO Inc.
Authors: Lou Xiaoya
Published: October 2024

As the climate conditions continue to deteriorate, countries around the world are joining the ranks of energy conservation and emission reduction, bringing more energy-saving and environmentally friendly new energy products into the public eye. Enterprises represented by new energy vehicles have thus received considerable attention. This paper is based on the Harvard Analysis Framework and focuses on BYD Company Limited (hereafter referred to as BYD) and NIO Inc. (hereafter referred to as NIO) as research subjects. It delves into the new energy industry from four dimensions: strategy, accounting, finance, and development, in the context of the broader environment. The analysis reveals similarities and differences in some key financial indicators between the two companies, explains the reasons behind these differences, summarizes the current industry situation, and forecasts future development prospects. By comprehensively applying the Harvard Analysis Framework, the article not only understands the financial performance of BYD and NIO but also provides a reliable basis for decision-making for investors and governments. Through this analysis, the paper aims to support the sustainable development of the new energy vehicle industry, further promoting its healthy growth.
ESG Performance and its Impact of on Corporate Performance: Take China Everbright Bank as an Example
Authors: Zhou Tianyi
Published: October 2024

This paper has investigated China Everbright Bank (CEB)’s performance on ESG and analyzed the impact of ESG performance on CEB’s financial outcome. During the reported period, CEB has been performing well on ESG, especially on social perspective. From environmental perspective, CEB took proactive steps to mitigate its negative environmental impact. This included reducing emission by strictly conduct regulation within the company, assessing environmental risks associated with key industries and clients and setting rules on energy conservation. The bank also prioritized compliance with environmental standards, pollution control, and ecological protection in its credit approval processes. From social perspective, CEB has been actively promoting democracy and equality in employment by combating various discrimination, and continuously ensuring employee welfare besides wages, such as health care and skill training. Regarding governance, CEB has adopted strict supervision on its supply chain, strengthening the management of the procurement process by establishing an intelligent procurement platform. It has also emphasized supplier risk management. Considering the financial metrics of CEB in last years, the study suggests that the long-term profitability, operational capacity and growth potential of CEB have been positively affected, while the market value and the solvency are not. The paper concludes that ESG criteria can be considered as a reliable tool in business evaluation of potential and sustainability, therefore incorporated into business operation and investment.
Impact of Industry Digitization on ESG Performance – An Empirical Analysis Based on Industry Perspective
Authors: Lin Han , Liu Zheyi , Sun Jingwei
Published: October 2024

This research seeks to investigate the influence of industrial digitalization on environmental, social responsibility, and corporate governance (ESG) outcomes. Through the utilization of a panel data model, the study demonstrates that the industrial digitalization index exerts a notable positive effect on corporate ESG performance, with this impact displaying a gradual augmentation in recent periods. The findings elucidate the correlation between industrial digitalization and ESG performance, underscoring the significance of corporate ESG ratings. Furthermore, the study contributes to the scholarly discourse on the industrial digitization process and the determinants of ESG performance, shedding light on the repercussions of digitalization advancement on industry ESG through an industry-centric lens.
Valuation Analysis of the Medical Beauty Industry Based on DCF Valuation
Authors: Zhang Kaixin
Published: October 2024

Contemporarily, with the development of China people who live in China have increase income. People have more attention of their appearance and the pursuit of quality of life is getting higher and higher, that the medical beauty Industry develop rapidly. The companies develop vigorously because consumers demand continues to increase nowadays that many companies in the medical beauty industry have investment value. However, some scholars query that why the company in the medical beauty Industry have such high valuation. Therefore, this study examines the leading enterprise in the medical beauty Industry called Aimeike, by means of collect and sort out the relevant data of Aimeike, used the discounted future cash flow model to analyze the valuation about Aimeike, on this account reflects whether the overall valuation of the medical beauty industry is on the high side. In order to provide investors some investment orientation and this study will offer some examines for the companies in medical beauty industry. During the research, there are high valuations in the medical beauty industry.
Апробация «специализированных полиграфных тестов», направленных на выявление обстоятельств получения лицом первой информации о преступлении
Authors: Свободный Б.Ф. , Свободный Ф.К.
Published: October 2024

При производстве исследований с использованием полиграфа в ходе расследования преступлений специалисты зачастую не проводят отдельного исследования с целью выявления обстоятельств получения испытуемым первой информации о преступлении. В научной и методической литературе отсутствует описание «полиграфных тестов», предназначенных для выявления источников, времени, места и способов получения испытуемым первой информации о преступлении. С целью определения эффективности разработанных авторами «специализированных полиграфных тестов» был проведен анализ 57 служебных расследований, в ходе которого результаты тестов сопоставлялись с общим итогом расследования. Проведенный анализ показал высокую эффективность «специализированных полиграфных тестов» по выявлению информации об обстоятельствах получения лицом первой информации о преступлении.

When conducting research using a polygraph during the investigation of crimes, specialists often do not conduct a separate study in order to identify the circumstances in which the subject received the first information about the crime. There is no description of “polygraph tests” in the scientific and methodological literature, designed to identify sources, time, place and ways for the subject to receive the first information about the crime. In order to determine the effectiveness of the “specialized polygraph tests” developed by the authors, an analysis of 57 official investigations was conducted, during which the test results were compared with the overall outcome of the investigation. The analysis showed the high effectiveness of “specialized polygraph tests” to identify information about the circumstances of a person receiving the first information about a crime.
Machine learning and propensity score matching for evaluating the effect of special education services on childrens later math performances
Authors: Huang Liyao
Published: October 2024

The goal of the research is to analyze the effect of special education service brought to childrens later math performance. The dataset is derived from Early Childhood Longitudinal Studies(ECLS) program and the children being studied come from diverse socioeconomic and racial/ethnic backgrounds. We applied PSM and modern machine learning methods including OLS, KNN, BART and MLP on the data in order to calculate the average treatment effect of special education services. It turned out that all the listed machine learning algorithms with comparatively low STD outperformed the traditional propensity score matching. KNN, BART and OLS excelled, offering much more stable calculations. The value of ATE computed through all the methods appeared below zero. By applying linear regression and PCA on all the influencing factors, the analysis revealed that the differences of some factors between the controlled and exposed groups led better math performances to appear usually in the absence of special treatment. Thus, special treatment effect led the trained model to predict lower scores, which finally caused the difference to be negative.
Applications of BERT in sentimental analysis
Authors: Su Zihan
Published: October 2024

This research study emphasizes sentiment analysis and examines Natural Language Processing (NLP) by Bidirectional Encoder Representations from Transformers (BERT). BERT's bidirectional Transformer architecture pre-trained utilizes Next Sentence Prediction (NSP) and Masked Language Modeling (MLM) and has achieved a lot in terms of AI transformation. This paper provides a description of the BERT design, pre-training methods, and fine-tuning for sentiment analysis tasks. The study goes ahead and compares BERT's performance with other deep learning models, machine learning algorithms, and traditional rule-based techniques, highlighting the latter's limited ability to handle linguistic nuances and context. Additionally, studies proving the consistency and accuracy of BERT's sentiment analysis are examined, along with the challenges of handling irony, sarcasm, and domain-specific data. Ethical and privacy concerns that sentiment analysis inherently raises and makes recommendations for further research are also examined in the study, which also shows how integrating sentiment analysis with other domains can lead to multidisciplinary breakthroughs that can offer more comprehensive insights and applications.
A review of neural networks in handwritten character recognition
Authors: Li Ruoxin
Published: October 2024

Handwritten character recognition has been a significant research focus in the fields of pattern recognition and artificial intelligence over the past decade. With the advent of neural networks, particularly deep learning models, the accuracy and efficiency of offline handwritten character recognition have dramatically improved. This paper presents a comprehensive review of recent developments in applying neural networks to handwritten character recognition. The literature review covers studies conducted between 2016 and 2023, providing insights into the methodologies, data processing techniques, and evaluation metrics used. The review spans various neural network architectures, including Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs), Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), and hybrid models. It categorizes and compares their performance across multiple benchmark datasets, highlighting specific improvements in recognition accuracy and efficiency. Furthermore, the review discusses the challenges faced in large-scale datasets, such as the diversity of handwriting styles and computational cost constraints. Notably, CNNs have shown outstanding performance, but the integration of advanced techniques like transfer learning and Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs) is explored as a potential avenue to enhance future recognition systems.
Machine learning-based football match prediction system
Authors: Wang Tianyou , Zhang Zheng , Zhu Shengxin
Published: October 2024

This study develops a machine learning-based system to predict English Premier League (EPL) outcomes, employing models such as Principal Component Analysis (PCA), K-Nearest Neighbors (KNN), Random Forests, and Support Vector Machines (SVM). The analysis covered a large dataset of matches, with the data normalized to ensure consistency and accuracy across models. Among the methods used, Random Forests showed the most robust performance in predicting match outcomes, particularly in forecasting wins and losses. However, both Random Forests and SVM encountered difficulties in accurately predicting draws, which points to areas where further refinement is needed. The prediction probabilities largely fell within a specific range, indicating the models' ability to identify patterns, but significant overfitting was observed in the models. This overfitting suggests that while the models performed well on the training data, they struggled to generalize to new, unseen data, highlighting the importance of implementing more effective regularization techniques to prevent overfitting and improve the models' overall predictive accuracy in real-world scenarios.
Crianças ciberculturais
Authors: Figueirôa Dayse Medeiros de Sousa , Ribeiro Mayra
Published: October 2024

Os avanços tecnológicos vêm alterando a nossa forma de viver, ser e estar no mundo, influenciando comportamentos já na infância. Na escola, essas mudanças também são sentidas nas formas de aprender e de ensinar, tornando fundamental o preparo dos professores para as atividades pedagógicas que envolvam as tecnologias digitais para a atuação das crianças no contexto da cibercultura. O presente estudo é um recorte de uma pesquisa de mestrado em Educação, e objetiva compreender o perfil de crianças no contexto da cibercultura. Realizamos a construção de dados junto/com os sujeitos da pesquisa, alunos do 3º ano dos anos iniciais do ensino fundamental de uma escola pública da cidade de Mossoró/RN. Tivemos como inspiração teórico- epistemológica e metodológica a pesquisa-formação multirreferencial. Constatamos que as crianças são sujeitos ciberculturais e interagem cotidianamente com as tecnologias, com ênfase nos jogos e nas redes sociais e que a formação continuada, a reflexão e o diálogo intersubjetivo e plural entre a escola/família/sociedade é condição para a busca de uma formação cidadã e autoral, em devir, das crianças em contexto de cibercultura.
Educar ao humanismo solidário
Authors: Zanardi Teodoro Adriano Costa , Brito Damaris Araújo , Santos Taiara Otelina Morais , Pereira Edson da Silva
Published: October 2024

O Pacto Educativo Global traz novos fundamentos para a Educação com uma proposta de Novo Humanismo. Indagar sobre essa nova perspectiva, suas bases, concepções e justificativas é relevante na busca por uma formação articulada com a ecologia integral. O "Educar ao Humanismo Solidário" se propõe a desvelar as promessas não cumpridas pelo sistema econômico vigente e suas implicações para o meio ambiente, no qual a vida humana está inserida. Assim, esta pesquisa teve como objetivo investigar uma práxis educativa humanista a partir do Pacto Educativo Global e de seus conceitos fundamentais. Para tanto, recorremos a uma abordagem qualitativa, utilizando a pesquisa documental com análise de discursos, homilias, exortações e encíclicas produzidas pelo Papa Francisco de 2013 a 2023, ou seja, nos dez primeiros anos de seu papado. A compreensão da práxis, no contexto educacional, tradicionalmente, implica em uma abordagem que integra teoria e prática, reflexão e ação, visando a formação de indivíduos conscientes e críticos. Com o Papa Francisco, identificamos uma práxis que, além da reflexão (mente) e ação (mãos), insere o sentimento, o amor (coração) como tripé de uma Educação Humanista
Exclusão e conservação social na escola
Authors: Plessim Vinicius Kapicius
Published: October 2024

O artigo tem como objetivo analisar a escola enquanto espaço de reprodução da conservação social. Este trabalho procura perceber a produção de práticas de exclusão no interior da instituição que permitem separar aqueles que aceitam a imposição de sua cultura e de seu discurso oficial. A partir da pesquisa qualitativa, realizada no estudo de campo na Escola Municipal Expedicionário Aquino de Araújo, foram produzidas oito entrevistas com docentes que atuavam no estabelecimento de ensino durante o período de pandemia do coronavírus. Levantamos como hipótese de que por mais que a escola se apresente como referência de democratização do ensino pela cooptação dos alunos em seu interior, acreditamos a cultura escolar opera numa lógica classificatória e seletiva, como forma estratégia de garantir a reprodução social por seus herdeiros. A partir das narrativas produzidas pelos professores, acreditamos na possibilidade de compreender a jurisprudência professoral a partir das representações quanto a reprovação como forma de exclusão do aluno e o sentido impositivo das avaliações, que controlam os corpos estudantis pelo medo.
Identidade Visual como ferramenta de posicionamento para empreendimentos verticais no norte paranaense
Authors: Venancio Renan , Barizon Filho Antonio Lucio
Published: October 2024

Apesar das implicações da pandemia do COVID-19 em 2020, o mercado imobiliário ostentou um crescimento de 9,8% superior a 2019. Sua relevância econômica implica demandas de design e comunicação. Buscando encontrar padrões de linguagens visuais em produtos das maiores construtoras do Norte do Paraná, analisou-se os desdobramentos criativos de identidades visuais em busca de estratégias de posicionamento. Identificando abordagens criativas mais bem estruturadas em produtos Plaenge em comparação aos produtos A.Yoshii.
Septic Hip Arthritis in Children: A Comparison of Arthrocentesis and the Double Luminal Drainage Catheter
Authors: Ben Zoor Ilai , Abboud Fadi , Mshiel Wasim , Assaf Michael , Nasrallah Khalil , Deltoff Marshall , Shtarker Haim
Published: October 2024

Background:

Septic hip arthritis in children is an orthopaedic emergency. While the well-established surgical treatment is open arthrotomy, several minimally invasive techniques have been offered as alternatives in recent years. The purpose of this study was to compare the clinical outcome of a continuous double luminal drainage catheter (DLDC) with repeated arthrocentesis, in the treatment of septic hip arthritis in children.

Methods:

Medical records were retrospectively reviewed for all patients aged 1 to 18 years diagnosed with septic hip arthritis between 2005 and 2020 and treated with either DLDC or arthrocentesis. The clinical outcomes of 17 patients who fulfilled the inclusion criteria were compared. 8 were treated using DLDC, and 9 were treated by arthrocentesis. All patients had a follow-up period of 12 months after treatment.

Results:

In the DLDC group, the catheter was inserted continuously, with a median of 4 days. A single aspiration sufficed in 8 of 9 patients. The duration of hospitalization was significantly longer (P = 0.004) in the DLDC group (mean 21.6 SD 10.04 days), compared with the arthrocentesis group (mean 9.2 SD 1.7 days). The median time until patients returned to normal gait was 12 days (range 4 to 110) in the DLDC group, compared with 8 days (range 7 to 14) in the arthrocentesis group. None of the patients required open arthrotomy, and no infection recurrence was observed.

Discussion:

In conclusion, while both suggested minimally invasive techniques may be safe and efficient in the treatment of septic hip arthritis in children, arthrocentesis is associated with a shorter duration of hospitalization. However, continuous drainage with a DLDC may be a better modality for severe cases. Additional research is needed to determine specific indications, considering the widely accepted benchmark of open arthrotomy.

Level of Evidence:

III
Patient-Reported Outcome Measures After Direct Anterior Total Hip Arthroplasty Are Comparable Between Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis: A Propensity-Matched Analysis
Authors: Clark Sean C. , Rudisill Samuel S. , Reuter Zachary C. , Couch Cory G. , Taunton Michael J. , Hevesi Mario
Published: October 2024

Introduction:

It is currently unclear whether patients with rheumatoid arthritis have similar functional outcomes after total hip arthroplasty (THA) as those with osteoarthritis, particularly given that rheumatoid arthritis may have systemic manifestations in terms of pain and function. The purpose of this study was to compare patient-reported outcome measures between patients with rheumatoid arthritis and matched control patients with osteoarthritis who underwent direct anterior THA.

Methods:

All patients who underwent direct anterior THA from 2010 to 2022 at a single academic institution were retrospectively reviewed. Hips with rheumatoid arthritis were propensity matched to hips with osteoarthritis on a 1:4 basis. Patient-reported outcome measures, including visual analog scale (VAS) pain at rest and with use, Hip Disability and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score Pain, and Forgotten Joint Score-12, were obtained at follow-up. In addition, modified Harris Hip Scores (mHHS) were obtained both preoperatively and at the final follow-up.

Results:

Forty-six hips with rheumatoid arthritis and 184 hips with osteoarthritis were followed for a mean of 6.3 ± 3.6 years. Both cohorts demonstrated notable preoperative to postoperative improvements in mHHS (P < 0.001). No differences were observed at the final follow-up between cohorts for VAS at rest (0.8 vs. 0.5, P = 0.333), VAS with use (1.3 vs. 0.9, P = 0.234), Hip Disability and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score Pain (90.4 vs. 93.6, P = 0.113), Forgotten Joint Score-12 (80.3 vs. 82.8, P = 0.529), and mHHS (86.9 vs. 89.0, P = 0.335). One patient with rheumatoid arthritis had an intraoperative periprosthetic calcar fracture, whereas none underwent subsequent revision THA.

Conclusion:

Patients with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis who underwent direct anterior THA achieved comparable outcomes in this propensity-matched analysis. Although patients with rheumatoid arthritis may be at an increased risk of complications and revision surgery, patients can expect reduced pain and improved functional outcomes similar to those with osteoarthritis following primary THA.
Neglected Patellar Tendon Rupture Reconstruction With Peroneus Longus Tendon Autograft and Modified Quadriceps Lengthening: A Case Report
Authors: Triangga Aditya Fuad Robby , Nata Baskara Anak Agung Ngurah , Desfiandi Prisilla , Huwaidi A. Faiz
Published: October 2024

Neglected patellar tendon reconstruction poses several challenges, including considerations for graft options, quadriceps lengthening, and postoperative extensor strength. There is no universal consensus on the optimal technique for neglected patellar tendon reconstruction. In this study, we report the patient with a neglected patellar tendon resulting from trauma occurring 1 year earlier. This patient has ambulatory disturbance, a high-riding patella, and notable limitations in knee range of motion. Our reconstruction procedure involves the use of the peroneus longus autograft, in conjunction with prolene mesh and modified quadriceps tendon lengthening. The results demonstrate an adequately restored patellar position, as evidenced by an Insall-Salvati ratio of 1.3. The patient exhibits a good functional outcome.
Nghiên cứu các yếu tố ảnh hưởng đến hoạt động chuyển đổi số tại các công ty vận tải biển
Authors: Phạm Minh Đạt , Nguyễn Trung Hiếu
Published: October 2024

Những thay đổi lớn trong thời gian gần đây như nhu cầu gia tăng về vận chuyển, công nghệ số, giá nhiên liệu biến động, dịch bệnh đã tác động không nhỏ vào ngành vận tải biển. Với vai trò quan trọng trong nền kinh tế toàn cầu và các quốc gia, ngành vận tải biển đã có những bước tiến nhảy vọt về công nghệ để thích ứng với tình hình mới, đó là việc đưa chuyển đổi số vào quy trình vận chuyển hàng hóa. Một số doanh nghiệp đã triển khai chuyển đổi số như một chiến lược để gia tăng sức cạnh tranh, trong khi một số khác lại khá ngần ngại. Nghiên cứu này sẽ tập trung tìm hiểu các yếu tố thúc đẩy hoạt động chuyển đổi số tại các doanh nghiệp vận tải biển thông qua phương pháp định lượng. Nghiên cứu tiến hành khảo sát trên 436 người tại các công ty vận tải biển để đạt được mục tiêu nghiên cứu. Kết quả phân tích dữ liệu chỉ ra rằng có bốn yếu tố chính (quy định của pháp luật, công nghệ số, nguồn lực tài chính và nhà quản lý cấp cao) ảnh hưởng đến việc thực hiện chuyển đổi số của các doanh nghiệp vận tải biển. Nghiên cứu mang lại nhiều đóng góp quan trọng cho các nhà nghiên cứu và nhà quản lý công ty vận tải biển.
Assessment of hemoglobin concentration in sows and their offspring over consecutive reproductive cycles
Authors: McClellan Katlyn , Lindemann Merlin , Levesque Crystal
Published: October 2024

Objective: Evaluate hemoglobin concentration (HbC) in sows and their offspring over consecutive parities. Materials and methods: Twenty-three females were monitored for HbC during parities 1, 2, and 3 at 7 timepoints (30 [± 2], 60 [± 2], 90 [± 2], and 112 days of gestation, 2 and 16 [± 1] days of lactation, and 5 [± 1] days post weaning). Piglet HbC was measured within 18 hours after birth and at 16 (± 1) days of age. Pigs were classified as anemic (HbC < 10 g/dL) or nonanemic (HbC ≥ 10 g/dL) at each timepoint. Results: On gestation day 90, 71.1% of sows were anemic across parities. In parity 1, HbC was less on lactation day 16 than all gestational timepoints (P < .001). In parity 2, HbC on lactation days 2 and 16 was less than all gestational timepoints (P < .001). In parity 3, HbC on lactation days 2 and 16 was less than gestation days 30 and 60 (P = .015). Piglet anemia prevalence at 1 day of age was 55.8%, 36.3%, and 46.1% for parity 1, 2, and 3, respectively (X2 < .001). Piglet anemia prevalence at 16 days of age was 35.6%, 18.7%, and 15.9% for parity 1, 2, and 3, respectively (X2 < .001). Implications: Decreasing sow HbC over the reproductive cycle and lack of post-weaning recovery in parity 3 indicates iron declines with advancing parity and may impact long-term health. Piglet anemia prevalence declined with advancing parity, suggesting a need to reevaluate piglet iron supplementation in litters from younger females.
CONFLICT IN THE HOME–SCHOOL–COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP MODEL: CAUSES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSES
Authors: Xin Xu  , Cavero Olga Bernad , Calvet Nuria Llevot
Published: October 2024

Research Purpose: This study explores the dynamics underlying the use of home–school– community partnerships as an essential strategy for addressing the challenges associated with equity and quality in education. Despite the many benefits that such partnerships can offer in different countries, conflict is also common in such partnerships, which has the potential to serve as a catalyst for reflection and improvement. Method: Based on a qualitative analysis and a comparative literature review, this study explored the causes of conflict in family–school– community collaboration, particularly with regard to the functions of conflict in the context of collaboration. The findings emphasize the facts that school-led activities must be fully supported by families and communities, that resource integration is important, and that educational responsibilities must be implemented collectively. Effective collaboration among stakeholders is essential to efforts to improve educational experiences and outcomes. Result: By recognizing conflict as an opportunity for growth, this study advocates a localized and ultimately a structured approach to the task of strengthening partnerships among families, schools and communities; this approach aims to support student development and reduce educational inequalities.
A CRITICAL PRAGMATIC ANALYSIS OF IDENTITY IN THE NOVEL FRANKENSTEIN IN BAGHDAD
Authors: Jebur Dr. Alaa Baji
Published: October 2024

This study aims to analyze the different aspects of the concept of identity as represented in the novel Frankenstein in Baghdad by Ahmed Saadawi. The analysis is conducted by using a Critical Pragmatic Identity Analysis (CPIA) as a methodological approach to investigate how identities are constructed, deconstructed, and negotiated within the complex social fabric of the novel. The paper adopts the qualitative research approach with a particular focus on textual analysis to accurately analyze the construction and negotiation of the concept of identity in the novel, with the purpose of revealing that identity construction in Frankenstein in Baghdad is a complex, dynamic process shaped by the interplay of individual agency, societal forces, and language. The findings of this study have revealed that Critical Pragmatics (CP) in Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) fashion as an approach is an effective method in discovering both the explicit and implicit aspects of identity construction. Moreover, this approach provides detailed analysis tools of how language serves as both a tool for expressing identity and for navigating power dynamics.
STUDENT PERCEPTIONS AND EXPERIENCES IN THE INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF JAPAN AND CHINA
Authors: Zhang Shiyun
Published: October 2024

This study presents a comparative analysis of student perceptions and experiences within the International Baccalaureate (IB) programs in Japan and China. Through qualitative interviews with 25 Chinese and 21 Japanese students, the research explores motivations for pursuing the IB, challenges faced during the Diploma Programme, and the impact of IB education on university admissions and career choices. Findings reveal that while parental influence and the desire for international mobility are common motivations across both countries, distinct differences exist in the students' educational experiences, with Chinese students encountering more language barriers and greater reliance on private tutoring. Japanese students, many of whom are returnees, often use the IB as a route to bypass traditional entrance exams for local universities. The results highlight both the strengths and limitations of the IB program in preparing students for higher education and international opportunities, particularly in how it is perceived and integrated within national education systems.
THE USE OF DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES FOR AUTOMATION OF IRRIGATION EQUIPMENT IN THE CULTIVATION OF CROPS
Authors: Akpasov Anton , Tuktarov Renat , Morozov Maxim , Akpasov Pavel
Published: October 2024

The article examines the relevance of automation of irrigation processes in modern conditions, and also displays the scientific research of many scientists in this field. The main advantages of using digital technologies in the operation of sprinkler machines and automated irrigation systems are described.
Unveiling the Diversity and Ecological Roles of Macrofungi in Ayer Hitam Forest Reserve, Selangor, Malaysia
Authors: Noor Aisyah Mohd Nordin  , Zainudin Nur Ain Izzati Mohd , Syazwan Wan Mohd , Aziz Nor Azwady Abd , Yusof Mohd Termizi , Ramli Nurul Shazini
Published: October 2024

The biodiversity of macrofungi in remaining lowland dipterocarp forest in highly urbanization pressures is infrequently studied, even though their significant impact on the ecosystem of forested and non-forested habitats. Therefore, this research endeavours to unravel the diversity of macrofungi from different substrates in the Ayer Hitam Forest Reserve located in Selangor, Malaysia. Through a combination of field surveys, the study seeks to contribute valuable insights into the complex relationships between macrofungi and the surrounding habitats where macrofungal community structure was mainly influenced by substrate richness and microclimates. Sporocarps of macrofungi were collected from selected sites using opportunistic sampling methods. A total of 333 sporocarps were obtained and identified based on morphological and molecular analysis. Basidiomycota prevailed in the Ayer Hitam Forest Reserve where 27 species belonging to 14 families were successfully identified. Saprophytic fungi (22 species, 81.5%) dominated the areas, and a small number of mycorrhizal (1 species, 3.7%) and parasitic (4 species, 14.8%) fungi were found. Based on species diversity, order Polyporales is the highest occurrence species in the sampling areas with a Shannon-Weiner Index value of 2.103 and Simpson Index value of 0.954, Evenness Index value of 0.601, making it the most abundant order containing Microporus species, The findings are expected to enhance our knowledge of the biodiversity of macrofungi from different substrates in Ayer Hitam Forest Reserve, which can lead to conservation efforts and promote the ecological significance of macrofungi in tropical forest ecosystems.
A deep mapping prospect: the grounds of the Fort England Psychiatric Hospital as an urban greenspace
Authors: du Plessis Rory
Published: October 2024

Urbanisation in South Africa is expanding at an alarming rate. With the ever-expanding growth of urban areas, it is essential to understand how urban sites can function as greenspaces that provide wildlife habitats, biodiversity hotspots, as well as act as movement corridors for birds and mammals. In this study, I investigate the grounds of the Fort England Psychiatric Hospital as a small-scale greenspace. The hospital is located in Makhanda (formerly Grahamstown), in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. I propose an investigation of the site that is informed by a branch of digital environmental humanities that uses digital technologies to mobilise collective action in the conservation and stewardship of a greenspace. To this end, the article calls for a deep mapping of the site to achieve a twofold research objective. First, to study the biodiversity of the site and explore the possibility that it could offer a refuge for threatened species. Second, to call for an inclusive management plan for the greening and conservation of the site. To substantiate, the site is of importance for human use, environmental history, as well as for fauna and flora species. Accordingly, the site’s management plan must engage, accommodate and negotiate a diverse set of interests, as well as mobilise action from various members of the community.
Peningkatan Hasil Belajar Pendidikan Agama Katolik dengan Model PBL dalam materi Raja Salomo yang bijaksana Kelas V SDN 21 Hasinggaan
Authors: Kornelis Naibaho
Published: October 2024

. This research aims to improve students' learning outcomes in the subject of Catholic Religious Education and Character Building by using the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) method in the lesson on King Solomon's wisdom for Grade V at SDN 21 Hasinggaan, Phase C. The PBL method was chosen because it encourages students to think critically, creatively, and become more active in the learning process. This Classroom Action Research (CAR) was conducted in two cycles, each consisting of the stages of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. The data obtained from student learning evaluations showed a significant improvement after the application of the PBL method. Additionally, observations during the learning process indicated an increase in students' active participation and understanding of the material. Therefore, the PBL method has proven to be effective in enhancing students' learning outcomes in the lesson on King Solomon's wisdom in Grade V of elementary school.
Peningkatan Kemampuan Kolaborasi Pembelajaran PAK BP Metode PBL Berbantuan Video Kelas VII SMP Negeri 3 Juhar Tahun 2024/2025.
Authors: Esa Indriyani Br Sembiring  , Ansel Joko  , Roida Roida
Published: October 2024

Collaboration Ability is one of the skills of the 21st Century which is believed to have an influence on learning success, but often this skill is simply missed in learning This research aims to increase student collaboration in Catholic Religious Education subjects in grade VII-1 SMP NEGERI 3 Juhar by using the Problem Based Learning learning model. This research is a Classroom Action Research that aims to overcome problems in the classroom. The subject of the study is students in grades VII-1 of SMP NEGERI 3 Juhar who are Catholic for the 2023/2024 school year, totaling 8 students. The research is carried out in two cycles and at the end of each cycle is reflected on the actions given. The data collection technique in the study uses observation sheets, and documentation. The results of the study show that the implementation of learning using the video-assisted Problem Based Learning learning model in Catholic Religious Education subjects can improve students' collaboration skills.  This is shown from the results of the percentage of completeness which was initially only 41.7% with the proficient category in the first cycle to 58.3% with the advanced category in the second cycle.
Peningkatan Hasil Belajar Fase E Kelas X Materi Bersikap Kritis dan Bertanggung Jawab terhadap Media Massa dengan Bantuan Platform Digital Menggunakan Model Pembelajaran Berbasis Masalah di SMA Negeri 1 Alasa, Kecamatan Alasa, Kabupaten Nias Utara
Authors: Ukiran Hulu
Published: October 2024

This study aims to improve student learning outcomes on the material "Being critical and responsible towards mass media" in Catholic Religious Education and Character Education learning in class X Phase E of SMA Negeri 1 Alasa using the Problem Based Learning method. The subjects of the study were six students who had difficulty with the material. This study was conducted in two cycles with four stages, namely: planning, action, observation, and reflection. The results showed an increase in student learning outcomes with an average score increasing from cycle I to cycle II. The implementation of the PBL method has a positive impact on student understanding of the material and active participation in learning. This study suggests the application of the PBL method to improve the quality of learning outcomes in other subjects.
Meningkatkan Hasil Belajar (Pada Materi Aku Memiliki Kemampuan) Bagi Peserta Didik Kelas VII SMP Negeri 1 Kualuh Hulu
Authors: Maruba Sinurat  , Timotius Tote Jelahu  , Modestus Haryono
Published: October 2024

This study aims to improve the learning outcomes of Grade VII students on the topic "I Have Abilities" through the application of the Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model for students at SMP Negeri 1 Kualuh Hulu in the 2024/2025 academic year. The PBL method was chosen for its ability to enhance student engagement, critical thinking skills, and problem-solving abilities relevant to everyday life. This research employs a classroom action research (CAR) design involving two cycles of action. Data were collected through learning outcome tests, observations of the learning process, and evaluation questionnaires. The results of the study show a significant improvement in students' learning outcomes, as evidenced by increased test scores and positive feedback from students regarding the learning process. The implementation of the PBL model also demonstrated improvements in students' collaboration skills and learning motivation. Therefore, the use of the Problem-Based Learning model can be considered effective in improving students' learning outcomes in the taught material.
Impact of Stage-Specific Irrigation on the Growth and Yield of Wheat
Authors:   Bangladesh Jute Research Institute, Das Ronzon Chandra , Ghosh Anup , Hemel Syed Aflatun Kabir , Parvej S.M. Shahriar , Rahman Muhammad Tanvir , Ali Md. Imran ,   Bangladesh Jute Research Institute
Published: October 2024

Stage-specific irrigation is essential for ensuring optimal water use at critical growth stages in wheat (Triticum aestivum), leading to increased yield and improved grain quality. Therefore, determining an appropriate irrigation schedule for wheat is crucial for enhancing productivity. Keeping this view in mind, an experiment was conducted at the farmer’s fields of Dinajpur Sadar Upazila, Dinajpur, Bangladesh from November 2020 to April 2021, aimed to evaluate the impact of irrigation schedules on the growth and yield of wheat (BARI Gom-33). A randomized complete block design (RCBD) with seven treatments and three replications was implemented. Treatments included varying irrigation timings: T0 (no irrigation), T1 (one irrigation at maximum tillering), T2 (one irrigation at booting), T3 (one irrigation at heading), T4 (two irrigations at maximum tillering and heading), T5 (milking dough), and T6(two irrigations at booting and milking dough). Key metrics assessed included plant height, leaf count, tiller number, dry matter, growth stages, grain number, thousand grain weight, and overall yield at different days’ intervals. Results indicated that irrigated treatments (T1-T6) significantly improved the parameters for growth and yield compared to the control (T0). Notably, T4, with two irrigations, yielded the highest grain production at 5.20 t/ha, followed closely by T6. These findings highlight the significance of proper irrigation scheduling for optimizing wheat yield, indicating that applying two irrigations at the maximum tillering and heading stages can significantly enhance agricultural productivity.
Impact of Openness to Experience on Burnout: The Mediating Role of Knowledge Sharing
Authors: Khurshid Jamila , Latif Abdul , Ashraf Nyela
Published: October 2024

Openness to experience is one of the important personality traits that negatively affect burnout. It reduces burnout among employees. Knowledge sharing positively affects employees' feelings within the organization settings, and it lowers their psychological fatigue. knowledge sharing mediates the relationship between openness to experience and burnout. A time-lagged study was conducted, and the data were collected using 39 39-item questionnaires from 420 employees of multinational organizations in three different time intervals. Data were tested using SPSS. For H1, β value was -0.47 at 0.000 significant level. H2 was also supported with β value of 0.61 at a p-value of 0.000; H3 was also supported at β value of -0.43 and P value of 0.000. Knowledge sharing mediates the relationship between openness to experience and burnout with an indirect effect of 0.29. Hence, all hypotheses were supported.