bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Preschoolers’ Metaphor Comprehension. Methodological Issues in Experimental Pragmatics
Authors: Babarczy Anna , Balázs Andrea , Krizsai Fruzsina
Published: January 2020

There exists a variety of theoretical frameworks attempting to account for the nature, comprehension, and use of everyday metaphor. Since these frameworks use different operational definitions of metaphor, they tend to view the psycholinguistic process of comprehending metaphorical language and the various factors that may play a role in metaphor processing from different perspectives. The first part of the paper briefly summarizes four of these theoretical approaches to everyday metaphor (Conceptual Metaphor Theory, Similarity Theory, Relevance Theory, and the Optimal Innovation Hypothesis) and discusses some consequences of the diversity of theories that present a puzzle or prove to be undesirable for empirical research. The areas discussed include the various dimensions of metaphor categorization, the role of linguistic context, and the effects of linguistic and non-linguistic cognitive skills of the comprehender. Drawing on the discussion in the first part, the second part of the paper outlines an experiment designed with reference to Giora’s Optimal Innovation Hypothesis in which preschoolers’ metaphor comprehension is explored as a function of the familiarity of the expression’s literal meaning and the perceived creativity of the metaphorical use. This experiment further explores the relationship between children’s metaphor comprehension and other cognitive abilities such as intention attribution. This method allows us to quantify metaphor comprehension and preference in the context of pragmatic development and general cognitive skills.
In between Language Teaching Methods: Do We Need (to Know About) Methods at All?
Authors: Nagy Imola Katalin
Published: January 2020

In this study, we attempt to approach the problem of foreign language teaching from the viewpoint of language pedagogy development in different historical periods: from the grammar translation method through the audio-lingual approaches and up to communicative and post-communicative methods. We have come today to reconsider the role and status of language teaching not only because globalization has produced an increase in the number of speakers of English all around the world but also due to the fact that the issue of localization (of language teaching methods and techniques) has also come to the fore. This meta-analytical article circumscribes a number of popular methods amongst which teachers can choose, and we also try to summarize the most important foreign language teaching methods that can be spotted in the era of what is presently called the post-method condition.
Border Crossing of an Educational Policy Towards an Analytical Framework to Study Educational Transfer
Authors: Hangyál Zsófia
Published: January 2020

This paper aims to better understand the process of educational transfer from Western countries to developing ones by proposing an analytical framework. The framework, besides counting for the major challenges of a specific educational transfer, also proposes to analyse some of the factors of different cultural-educational contexts that may help or burden institutional innovation. The framework had been tested by case study research focusing on the educational transfer of liberal arts colleges from the Netherlands to China. In the cities of Chongqing and Taigu, two undergraduate colleges grounded the case of investigation in order to study the experiential perceptions of stakeholders shortly after the implementation of liberal arts programmes (2012). Meanwhile, the data revealed different interest groups and particular institutional constrains, and the analytical framework greatly helped to understand and illustrate issues of compatibility, acceptance, mobilization of different stakeholders, and strategies for both individual and institutional agency. As the research contributed to a dissertation essay completed in 2016 at Beijing Normal University, the present study’s objective is to highlight the importance of analytical framework(s) in the process of interpreting data into research findings.
Influence of the Structure of Seersucker Woven Fabrics on their Friction Properties
Authors: Frącczak Łukasz , Matusiak Małgorzata
Published: January 2020

Friction is defined as a force resisting a relative motion between two bodies in contact. The friction of a fabric on itself or on another fabric influences significantly a fabric’s performance and user’s utility comfort, especially the so-called sensorial comfort. Generally, the coefficient of friction is determined for a given pair of materials. The aim of the present work was to investigate the influence of the structure of the seersucker woven fabrics on their frictional properties. Three variants of the seersucker woven fabrics of different repeat of the seersucker effect were the objects of the investigations. Three measuring elements were applied: made of aluminum and steel and covered with silicone. The obtained results confirmed the influence of the pattern of the seersucker effect on the values of friction coefficient. It was also stated that there are differences between the friction coefficients measured in the warp and weft directions of the seersucker woven fabrics. Values of friction coefficient between the seersucker woven fabrics and measuring elements were the highest for the measuring element covered by silicone. These values were several times higher than the values of friction coefficient measured using the measuring elements made of aluminum and steel.
Spin Coating Method Fabricated of In2O3 Thin Films
Authors: Benramache Said , Aoun Yacine
Published: January 2020

In this work, the In2O3 thin films have been fabricated using a spin coating technique; this technique was prepared in our laboratory. The effect of the layer times (3, 5, 7 and 9 times) on optical and structural properties was investigated. In2O3 thin films were fabricated by dissolving 0.2 M of the indium chloride dehydrate InCl3.2H2O in the absolute H2O. The In2O3 thin films were crystallized at a temperature of 600 °C with pending time of 1 hour. The optical property shows that the prepared In2O3 thin films for 3 and 5 times have a transmission of about 85 %. The maximum bandgap energy was 3.69 eV for 5 times and the lowest Urbach energy was 0.47 eV for 9 times. From XDR all fabricated In2O3 thin films having one diffraction crystal plan is (222) peak intensity, this attribution have good crystalline structure with minimum crystallite size of the (222) plan is 59.69 nm. The prepared In2O3 thin films can be used in photovoltaic applications due to the existing phase and higher transmission.
Comparison study between SVPWM and FSVPWM strategy in fuzzy second order sliding mode control of a DFIG-based wind turbine
Authors: Benbouhenni Habib
Published: January 2020

In this work, we present a new fuzzy second-order sliding mode controller (FSOSMC) for wind power transformation system based on a doubly-fed induction generator (DFIG) using intelligent space vector pulse width modulation (SVPWM). The proposed command strategy combines a fuzzy logic and a second order sliding mode control (SOSMC) for the DFIG command. This strategy presents attractive features such as chattering-free, compared to the conventional first and second order sliding mode techniques. The use of this method provides very satisfactory performance for the DFIG command. The effectiveness of this command strategy is proven through the simulation results.
EEG data processing with neural network
Authors: Majoros Tamás , Ujvári Balázs , Oniga Stefan
Published: January 2020

Machine-learning techniques allow to extract information from electroencephalographic (EEG) recordings of brain activity. By processing the measurement results of a publicly available EEG dataset, we were able to obtain information that could be used to train a feedforward neural network to classify two types of volunteer activities with high efficiency.
A Reconfigurable High-Q Antenna for Automotive Applications
Authors: Crișan Nicolae
Published: January 2020

This paper is a review of the way in which the high-quality factor antennas can be used to integrate the VHF and HF car’s antennas in one device. The usage of the citizen band (CB) antennas in an HF band extends the environmental awareness of the driver and could increase the safety of the traffic. Usually, the citizen band transceiver with its antenna isn’t installed in a brand new car but the FM radio receiver it is. The main constraints that are related to the size difference between the two antennas (in FM and CB) make the main car manufacturers let the matter regarding the CB usage, open, at the choice of the buyer. The paper analyzes the technological advancements in the field and investigates some alternatives to the issue that will allow an opening through a single antenna usage for both radio bands.
Modeling and Electrical Characterization of Josephson Junction Using Approximation in the sense of Least Squares
Authors: Mostefai Abdelkrim
Published: January 2020

In order to be able to realize out the mixing detection or harmonic generation functions, a non-linear circuit is necessary for different existing devices and for performing these types of operation, in the submillimetric and / or far-infrared domains (10 μm ≤ λ ≤ 1 mm), the spectral margin covered by this radiation ranging from 300 GHz to 30 THz. In these frequency domains, non-linear point devices are often used, unlike the optical domain where massive devices are widely used, among them the Josephson Junction (JJ) is mainly used in the case where low noise is desired. This paper present electrical characteristic of Josephson Junction (JJ) using Approximation in the sense of Least Squares, for different value of Cj, T, Rj.
Modelling walking accessibility: A case study of Ljubljana, Slovenia
Authors: Tiran Jernej , Lakner Mitja , Drobne Samo
Published: January 2020

Walkable access is recognised as one of the most important factors for deciding to walk instead of using other modes of transport. Distance has been less accurately taken into consideration in previous walking accessibility measures, however, as they are often based on an isotropic approach or on a fixed distance threshold. The objective of this paper is to present a method of modelling continuous walking accessibility to different amenities in a city, with an integrated network-based and distance-decay approach, applied to a case study of the city of Ljubljana, Slovenia. The approach is based on a web survey to obtain data on acceptable walking distances to different types of amenities. Several distance decay functions were analysed for each type of amenity from the cumulative frequency of responses. The best fitting functions were used to model the walking accessibility surfaces for individual amenities in the network, representing five domains (retail, services, recreation, education and transportation) and an overall walking accessibility index. Despite certain limitations and a further need to assess the validity of the methods, our distance-decay network-based approach is more accurate than the isotropic or even network-based modelling of walking distances in continuous or threshold approaches, as it enables the researcher to take into account the differences in propensities to walk to different amenities. The results can be used by city authorities and planners for implementing actions to improve walking accessibility in the most problematic areas.
Citizen science as a new approach in Geography and beyond: Review and reflections
Authors: Trojan Jakub , Schade Sven , Lemmens Rob , Frantál Bohumil
Published: January 2020

Issues related to the evolving role of citizen science and open science are reviewed and discussed in this article. We focus on the changing approaches to science, research and development related to the turn to openness and transparency, which has made science more open and inclusive, even for non-researchers. Reproducible and collaborative research, which is driven by the open access principles, involves citizens in many research fields. The article shows how international support is pushing citizen science forward, and how citizens’ involvement is becoming more important. A basic scientometric analysis (based on the Web of Science Core Collection as the source of peer reviewed articles) provides a first insight into the diffusion of the citizen science concept in the field of Geography, mapping the growth of citizen science articles over time, the spectrum of geographical journals that publish them, and their citation rate compared to other scientific disciplines. The authors also discuss future challenges of citizen science and its potential, which for the time being seems to be not fully utilized in some fields, including geographical research.
Gender and Overconfidence in the Kauffman Firm Survey
Authors: Young Baek , Florence Neymotin
Published: January 2020

While an emerging line of research has begun to examine how firm survival correlates with the psychological trait of overconfidence, almost none of this work looks at how this relationship is mediated or modified by the minority status of the individual within the area of entrepreneurship. We employ a proportional hazard survival model and analyze the Kauffman Firm Survey (KFS) of entrepreneurs during the period of 2004-2012. We find that, while overconfidence relates to firm survival, it is more strongly related to survival for female than for male entrepreneurs. Our analysis is unique in examining the trait of overconfidence for small firm survival, and it is the first that we know of to stratify the effects of this overconfidence by gender. The present work has implications for possible methods and strategies to promote the entrepreneurship of individuals from underrepresented groups, with an eye towards owner-overconfidence helping female-led firms to survive the first few years of a firm’s existence.
The Role of Cohesion Policy in the Development of Romania
Authors: Paul Lucian
Published: January 2020

Cohesion is a common European value. The E.U.’s cohesion policy is and will remain an essential financing instrument for various multiannual development programs, for both member states and regions. This policy contributes to the development of the European Union, by reducing disparities between regions, generating jobs and increasing GDP per capita. The current paper aims to highlight several accomplishments and failings of the current cohesion policy, with a particular focus on post-2007 Romania, as well as taking a look at the future policy, envisioned for 2021 - 2027. The cohesion fund is making investments in areas such as digital infrastructure, innovation, combating climate change, ecological transition, energy, health and others. The main criterion on which this kind of financing is made is GDP per capita; however, other criteria have been added as well: youth unemployment, level of education, climate change and likely, migrant integration, in the near future. The European Commission proposes that, for the next multiannual financial framework, namely 2021 - 2027, local authorities become more involved in managing E.U. funds, particularly cohesion funds. Several new elements have been identified, for this following time frame, which will contribute to the modernization of the cohesion policy; they include investments across all regions, making them more accessible to E.U. citizens, making it more adapted to regional development and linking it to the European semester.
The Effect of Credit Collection Policy on Portfolio at Risk of Microfinance Institutions in Tanzania
Authors: Danstun Ngonyani , Harun Mapesa
Published: January 2020

This paper presents the results of the study on the effect of credit collection policy on portfolio at risk of microfinance institutions in Tanzania. The study used cross-sectional survey data of microfinance institutions in three regions of Dar es salaam, Morogoro and Dodoma. Random sampling was employed to obtain a sample of 219 respondents in all three regions. Multiple linear regression analysis was used to determine the effect of credit collection policy on portfolio at risk of microfinance institutions. Results show that, there is a positive relationship between interest rates charged and portfolio at risk of microfinance institutions. On the other hand, the variable for grace period on loans and loan sizes to borrowers had a negative relationship with portfolio at risk of microfinance institutions. The study recommends that, microfinance institutions in Tanzania need to reconsider the interest rates charged to their clients to enhance sustainability of their loan portfolios. Moreover, microfinance institutions need to enhance provision of grace period to their customers. Also, establish efficient loan product sizes which suffice diverse client’s needs. That would encourage and broaden client repayments, contribute to financial performance and reduced risk of portfolio of microfinance institutions.
Bitcoin in the Scientific Literature – A Bibliometric Study
Authors: Ramona Orăștean , Cristina Mărginean Silvia , Raluca Sava
Published: January 2020

Since 2012, there has been growing interest in bitcoin scientific research from different fields, including computer science and engineering, economics, business and finance, law and regulatory. The purpose of this paper is to evaluate bitcoin literature based on the structures and networks of science, as a first step in the research of this new phenomenon. Analysing the growing scientific literature on bitcoin published between 2012 and 2019, we provided useful insights on academic research in this field regarding publication year, type and category, authors, journals and citations. The source of the 887 documents which support the study was Web of Science Core Collection. Using VOSviewer software we have designed bibliometric maps based on text and bibliographic data. Our study provides a knowledge area map that identifies and evaluates the links between authors and countries distribution, the conceptual structure of the field, the structure and connections of most cited papers and journals. Resuming our findings, we note a concentration of the interest on some keywords (bitcoin, cryptocurrency, blockchain) and on some influential authors (with more than 100 citations per article). As a pure expression of digital economy, the research on bitcoin as an economic concept counts only 33.5% from the total contributions in the field.
Development of EST microsatellite markers for the Tasmanian palaeoendemic conifer Lagarostrobos franklinii (Hook. f.) Quinn (Podocarpaceae)
Authors: Marthick James R. , Larcombe Matthew J. , Worth James R. P.
Published: January 2020

Nuclear Expressed Sequence Tag (EST) microsatellite markers were developed for the Tasmanian palaeoendemic conifer Lagarostrobos franklinii (Hook.-f.) Quinn for genetic studies. RNAseq data was mined for EST microsatellites, and primer pairs were synthesised from 70 contigs with 50 producing amplification products. Of these 50, 10 reliably amplified and displayed polymorphism across 8 samples representing the entire species range. The genetic diversity of these 10 loci was then examined in three wild populations (84 samples). The number of alleles varied from two to thirteen per locus with the average number of alleles per population ranging between 3.0 – 4.7. Observed and expected heterozygosity ranged from 0.34 – 0.42 and 0.37 – 0.44, respectively. Marker cross-amplification was tested in the New Zealand sister species Manoao colensoi (Hook. f.) Molloy, but no markers amplified reliably, which possibly reflects the age of divergence between these species (~64 million years). These are the first microsatellite markers developed for the monotypic genus Lagarostrobos. They will be valuable for assessing the species extant genetic diversity, the impact of past climatic perturbations and human disturbance and the role of clonal propagation in recruitment.
Coping with the Exceptional Economic Problems in Turkey: A Field Survey on SMES
Authors: Özen Ercan
Published: January 2020

Developing countries need higher economic growth to reach the level of developed countries. When developing countries exceed the potential economic growth, problems, such as, high external debt and high current deficit emerge. Such situations increase the financial risk of the country; in addition, international political risks, fluctuations in capital inflows and some manipulative movements have subjected countries to extreme exchange rate fluctuations. Purposes of this research: (1) to uncover the impact of high exchange rate volatility on small business activities and (2) to determine whether the level of exposure of the exchange rate shock on business owners varies by age. The methodology of the study involved a survey administered to 390 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The findings of the study show that after a period of significant exchange rate fluctuations, business activities were negatively affected, sales decreased, and job cuts increased. On the other hand, the exchange rate effect was mostly felt by all business owners of different ages. According to the study, it can be concluded that small enterprises are vulnerable to rising exchange rate volatility. The effect on SMEs with more work experience is not different. In order to alleviate the effects of adverse exchange rate movements, enterprises should be more cautious in their activities. Two suggestions can be made at this point: (i) Governments should follow optimal growth policies and (ii) Small businesses that have an important place in the economy should be made aware of the exchange rate risk and crisis management.
Analysis of the Volume and Provenance of Direct Foreign Investments in the West Region for Development in Romania, with a Focus on German Direct Investments
Authors: Földi Norbert
Published: January 2020

This article is a multicriterial analysis of foreign direct investments in the West Region of Development of Romania, with a focus on German direct investments, taking into account the 4 component counties of Western Development Region: Arad, Caras-Severin, Hunedoara and Timis. The analysis investigates 2 reference years, 2010 and 2016, with statistical data retrieved from the National Trade Register Office, the National Commission for Strategy and Prognosis and www.listafirme.ro, to which are added the author’s own calculations. Conclusions are drawn for each of the considered criteria. For the German industry, Romania has affirmed itself in the last few years as being a direct investment market with a high strategic growth potential. Germany has become, both in exports and imports, one of Romania’s most important business partners. The business relationships between the companies which play an important role in the economic system of the two countries represent a useful tool for the developments of the Romanian-German trade flows. In the case of direct foreign investments, the enterprises show a consolidated presence in several regions of Romania. German investors have shown an increased interest for Romania especially since the end of the 90s of the last millenium. Internationally renowned companies from Germany, such as: Continental, Bosch, Daimler, INA Schaeffler and Kaufland have extended their production activity areas in Romania. The West Region of Development of Romania progressed in a special manner because it is a region with a great desire to collaborate with Germany both geographically, as well as cultural-historically.
Habitat Preference of Phaeophyceae Species: Iyengaria stellata (Børgesen) Børgesen (1939) in Gujarat Coast (India)
Authors: Sanghvi Dimpal , Chaudhury Nandini Ray , Jain Bhanukumar
Published: January 2020

Many species of phaeophyta are found at Dwarka and at the Bet-Shankhodhar coast, Gujarat, India. For the study of Iyengaria stellata, the shore platform and reef flat were divided into three sections: Dwarka in i) North, ii) Centre and iii) South sections and Bet-Shankhodhar in i) West, ii) Centre and iii) East sections. I. stellata was monitored based on systematic random sampling for two years (April, 2013 to February, 2015). In the months of December and February, I. stellata was recorded with high frequencies of reef, flat zones and shore platforms. When compared to shore platform, the frequency of I. stallata was highest in coral reef and flat zones. This study supports that reef flat is very suitable for growth of I. stellata. I. stellata’s growth cycle corresponds with local winter season.
Pollination Ecology of the Species Mollugo cerviana (L.) Ser. (Molluginaceae)
Authors: Maddala Sulakshana , Aluri Jacob Solomon Raju
Published: January 2020

Mollugo cerviana is an annual herb which usually grows throughout the year in open dry sandy and sandy-loamy soils, but also occurs in moist habitats, especially in cultivated lands. Haplothrips uses the flowers for breeding and feeding; the feeding activity affects pollination. The flowers have specialized floral structural and functional behaviours for self-induced and spontaneous autogamy while keeping the options open for insect pollination after anthesis; it is facultative autogamous which is reflected in pollen-ovule ratio and natural fruit and seed set rates. Seed dispersal modes include anemochory, ombrohydrochory and hydrochory.
Is Peniculus Fistula Fistula Nordmann, 1832 Reported On Coryphaena hippurus Linnaeus, 1758 From Turkey? Updated Data with Further Comments And Considerations
Authors: Öktener Ahmet , Şirin Murat
Published: January 2020

53 striped surmullet, Mullus surmuletus Linnaeus, 1758 (Teleostei, Mullidae), were collected from the Marmara Sea, Turkey and examined for metazoan parasites in July 2017. The parasitic copepod, Peniculus fistula fistula Nordmann, 1832 (Pennellidae), was collected from all the hosts, both on fins and body surface. This is the second report of this copepod in Turkish marine waters. Although Peniculus fistula fistula was reported for the first time on Coryphaena hippurus Linnaeus, 1758 by Öktener (2008), there was an indefiniteness and doubt about the occurrence of this parasite. This study aimed to confirm occurrence of Peniculus fistula fistula in Turkey and to present revised host list with comments.
A Return to the Ghanaian Cultural Values of Closed Fishing Season in Ghana’s Artisanal Marine Fishing: An Essential Means of Restoring Small Pelagic Fish Stocks
Authors: Adom Dickson , Sekyere Paul Appiah , Yarney Lily
Published: January 2020

Closed fishing season for artisanal and inshore fishing is an effective management measure for restoring the fish stock. The study aimed at assessing the impacts of the closed fishing season observed in the Sekondi harbour in Ghana. The findings revealed that the one month closure period was too short and/or lack of strict supervision to realize any significant change in fish population and sizes. A more transparent discussion on the period for the closure, longer closure period up to three months as well as provision of alternative sources of livelihood were suggested to ensure more cooperation from the fisher folks.
Model Dampak dan Keberlanjutan Pariwisata di Pulau Merah Kabupaten Banyuwangi
Authors: Yustita Aprilia Divi , Hardiyanti Siska Aprilia , Purwaningtyas Ayu
Published: January 2020

Banyuwangi is a region that actives in developing the tourism sectors because Banyuwangi has great potential of natural resources. The efforts of Banyuwangi local government implicate to the tourist amount visiting the tourism destination in Banyuwangi. Pulau Merah is one of the favorite destinations in Banyuwangi with high visitation rate. As the effect of various tourism activity in the region, the surrounding environment of tourism destination will gain the effect of tourism activity. The effects of tourism activity are such as bringing the economics values from economical aspect, socio culture, and environment. The best management of tourism object is always based on the achievement of sustainable tourism. This research discusses the effect and sustainable tourism model in Red Island. The used statistics analysis technique here is Structural Equation Model (SEM) by using AMOS software. The result of this research shows that the model fulfills the qualification of SEM assumption and qualifies the criteria of eligibility model.Keywords: Tourism Effect, Sustainable Tourism, Structural Equation Model
Analisis Efisiensi Sumber Daya dan Produksi Bersih di Desa Wisata Pulesari, Sleman, Yogyakarta
Authors: Dzulkifli Muhammad , Masjhoer Jussac Maulana
Published: January 2020

This study aims to describe the results of the Resource Efficiency and Cleaner Production (RECP) analysis based on the RECP assessment indicators from UNIDO and to give RECP recommendations based on the result of the assessment. The analysis shows that in the management of Desa Wisata Pulesari (Dewi Pule), there are three main activities that uses many resources, namely homestay, Dasa Wisma kitchen and Pendopo. The result says, inefficiencies of energy were found in kitchens and homestays. The use of energy in homestays can be saved by replacing ordinary lamps with LED lights. Efficiency in the kitchen can be done by using magnets on the gas hose and using a healthy energy efficient stove (TSHE) stove. From the results of these recommendations, Dewi Pule has the potential to reduce carbon by 65,279.9 CO2eq kg / year and in terms of economy Dewi Pule has the potential to save a total of IDR 33,412,106 / year. The assessment and application of RECP in a tourism village requires adjustments to the indicators. This is because the character of the resources and energy use in tourism villages is very different from the industries that have implemented the RECP method from UNIDO.

Keywords: Efisiensi Sumberdaya, Produksi Bersih, Desa Wisata, Pulesari
pyGABEUR-ITB: A FREE SOFTWARE FOR ADJUSTMENT OF RELATIVE GRAVIMETER DATA
Authors: Wijaya Dudy Darmawan , Muhamad Norman Arif , Prijatna Kosasih , Pahlevi Arisauna , Variandy Erfan , Putra Widy
Published: January 2020

pyGABEUR-ITB (Python GayaBEUrat Relatif – Institut Teknologi Bandung) is a free and interactive software for adjustment of relative gravimeter data, developed based on Python programming language. pyGABEUR-ITB can adjust relative gravity measurements and provide reliable estimates for correcting instrument’s systematic errors, such as gravimeter drift. Furthermore, pyGABEUR-ITB can also detect possible outliers in the observations using the t-criterion method. Since pyGABEUR-ITB is using the weighted constraint adjustment, at least one fixed station is required accordingly. Relative gravimeter data around Palu-Donggala area (Central Sulawesi) observed by Center for Geodesy Control Networks and Geodynamics, Geospatial Information Agency, were used to test the performance of pyGABEUR-ITB. The processing results were then compared against those calculated using GRAVNET software. The comparisons show that both pyGABEUR-ITB and GRAVNET softwares statistically provide simillar results, with the total RMS value of about 5 mGal. In term of computer’s requirement, pyGABEUR-ITB can be excecuted under a computer with the following minimal requirements: x64 CPU, 1 GB memory and WINDOWS 7 OS. Finally, it is important to mention that pyGABEUR-ITB is recently suited to process the data from the gravimeter that adopts the principle of vertical spring balance. In the near future, pyGABEUR-ITB will be extended to be able to automatically adapt to various observation principles.
Teaching and learning design engineering: What we can learn from co-curricular activities
Authors: Cartile Andrea , Marsden Catharine , Liscouët-Hanke Susan
Published: January 2020

A gap exists in the effective teaching and learning of design engineering. The Design graduate attribute is one of 12 attributes developed by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board to which Canadian universities must comply across engineering curriculum. This paper discusses how student run design-build-test-compete co-curricular activities meet CEAB Design graduate attribute indicators using the example of the SAE International Collegiate Design Series (CDS) team at Concordia University, Concordia SAE. Advantages, challenges, and recommendations are made for integrating aspects of the co-curricular platform into existing academic infrastructure in the interest of attributing accreditation units to this type of design experience. This approach would improve accessibility by providing all students the opportunity to participate in co-curricular-like activities, improve resource allocation to co-curricular activities, and improve student engagement and motivation in engineering design learning.
Atbildība par nepatiesas informācijas sniegšanu apdrošinātājam apdrošināšanas līguma ietvaros
Authors: Alfejeva Jeļena
Published: January 2020

Šajā rakstā aplūkots jautājums par atbildību Latvijas apdrošināšanas tiesībās gadījumos, kad apdrošināšanas līguma ietvaros apdrošinātājam tiek sniegta nepatiesa informācija. Tiek sniegts ieskats par apdrošināšanas līguma līdzēju mērķiem un pienākumiem, raksturota apdrošināšanas līguma būtība tā, lai izprastu iemeslu, kādēļ apdrošinātājam jāsaņem informācija par apdrošināmo objektu un riskiem. Apskatīta arī uberrimae fidei principa nozīme apdrošināšanas attiecībās. Vēl šeit ir aplūkots jautājums par atbildības noteikšanu un nepatiesas informācijas sniegšanas sekām. Raksta nobeigumā ir īss kopsavilkums par risinājumiem apdrošināšanas attiecību regulēšanas uzlabošanai Latvijā saistībā ar aplūkotajām problēmām. Raksta izstrādē galvenokārt tika izmantota analīzes un sintēzes metode, zinātniskās indukcijas un dedukcijas metode, salīdzinošā metode, kā arī novērošana. This article discusses the responsibility for providing false information to insurer in insurance contract in Latvian insurance law. The author of the article first gives an overview of ​​the objectives and obligations of the parties of the insurance contract, describing the nature of the insurance contract for understanding what the reason is why insurers should receive information about an insurable object and risks prior to the insurance case. The importance of uberrimae fidei principle in insurance relations is also discussed. The article further discusses issues of determining liability and consequences of false information. The article concludes with a brief summary of solutions for improving regulation of insurance relations in Latvia related to the problems discussed. The study has been mainly based on the analysis and synthesis method, scientific induction and deduction methods, comparative method, and observation.
Toward an Understanding of Electronic Excitation Energies Beyond the Molecular Orbital Picture
Authors: Kimber Patrick , Plasser Felix
Published: January 2020

Tuning the energies of molecular excited states is a central research theme in modern chemistry with high relevance for optoelectronic applications and chemical synthesis. Whereas frontier orbitals have proven to be an intuitive and simple model in many cases, they can only provide a very rough approximation of the underlying wavefunctions. The purpose of this Perspective is to explore how our qualitative understanding of electronic excitation processes can be promoted beyond the molecular orbital picture by exploiting methods and insights from modern quantum chemistry. For this purpose, the physics of a correlated electron-hole pair is analysed in detail to show the origin of exchange repulsion and a dynamic Coulomb attraction, which determine its energy aside from the orbital energies. Furthermore, we identify and discuss the two additional effects of secondary orbital relaxation and de-excitations. Rules for reconstructing these four contributions from general excited-state computations are presented and their use is exem- plified in three case studies concerned with the relative ordering of the singlet and triplet ππ∗ and nπ∗ states of uracil, the large energetic differences between the first singlet and triplet states of the polyacenes, and the assignment of plasmonic states in octatetraene. Finally, we lay out some general ideas for how the knowledge gained could ultimately lead to new design principles for tuning molecular excitation energies as well as for diagnosing possible shortcomings of commonly used electronic structure methods.
In-Source CID Ramping (InCIDR) and Co-Variant Ion Analysis of Hydrophilic Interaction Chromatography (HILIC) Metabolomics
Authors: Su Xiaoyang , Chiles Eric , Maimouni Sara , Wondisford Fredric , zong Wei-Xing , Song Chi
Published: January 2020

A large proportion of the complexity and redundancy of LC-MS metabolomics data comes from adduct formation. To reduce such redundancy, many tools have been developed to recognize and annotate adduct ions. These tools rely on pre-defined adduct lists which are learned empirically from reverse phase LC-MS studies. Meanwhile, hydrophilic interaction chromatography (HILIC) is gaining popularity in metabolomics studies due to better performance on polar compounds. HILIC methods typically use high concentration of buffer salts for improved chromatography performance. It is therefore necessary to analyze the adduct formation in HILIC metabolomics. To this end, we developed co-variant ion analysis (COVINA) to investigate the metabolite adduct formation. Using this tool, we completely annotated 201 adduct and fragment ions of 10 metabolites. Many of the metabolite adduct ions are found to contain cluster ions of mobile phase additives. We further utilized COVINA to find the major ionization forms of metabolites. Our results show that for some metabolites the adduct ion signals can be >200-fold higher than the deprotonated form, offering better sensitivity for targeted metabolomics analysis. Finally, we developed the in-source CID ramping (InCIDR) method to analyze the intensity changes of the adduct and fragment ions of the metabolites. Our analysis demonstrates a promising method to distinguish the protonated/deprotonated ions of the metabolites from the adduct and fragment ions.
GREEN ROUTE SYNTHESIZED SILVER NANOPARTICLES: AS POTENTIAL ANTIBACTERIAL MATERIAL
Authors: D Rajmohan , R Ranjithkumar , K Logankumar , P Sagadevan , B Chandrashekar , R Yamuna
Published: January 2020

The green-synthesized method is rapid, superficial, toxic free, suitable, less time consuming, environmental safe and can be applied in a variety of applications in medicinal field. In the present study demonstrated antibacterial action of Vinca rosea Leaf extract medicated Silver Nanoparticles (VrL-AgNPs) tested against both Gram positive and Gram negative pathogens such as Staphylococcus aureus, Escherchia coli and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The obtained results indicate the VrL-AgNPs achieved maximum zone of inhibition against test pathogens P. aeruginosa and significant action against E.coli and S. aureus. These green routes synthesized silver nanoparticles using biological sources like plant and plant extract which makes them a potent source of antibacterial agent.
SCIENTOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF ASTROPHYSICS RESEARCH OUTPUT IN INDIA
Authors: R Senthilkumar , G Ulaganathan
Published: January 2020

Astrophysics is a branch of space science that applies the laws of physics and chemistry to explain the birth, life and death of stars, planets, galaxies, nebulae and other objects in the universe. Astrophysics creates physical theories of small to medium-size structures in the universe. Astrophysicists seek to understand the universe and our place in it. At NASA, the goals of astrophysics are "to discover how the universe work, explore how it began and evolved, and search for life on planets around other stars." This study analyzes the Astrophysics research output in India from the year 1989-2014. The data was downloaded from web of science database which was maintained by Thomson Reuters. The findings of the study revealed that two authors has the maximum of contribution with 3673 (28.81%) publication followed by three authors with 2875 (22.55%).
ANTIBACTERIAL ACTIVITY LEAF EXTRACTS OF STRYCHNOS NUX VOMICA L. - A MEMBER OF LOGANIACEAE
Authors: R Nantha Kumar , H Abdul Kaffoor , K Arumugasamy
Published: January 2020

The present study investigates the antibacterial activity of various solvents leaf extracts of Strychnos nux vomica against four different bactria strains like Bacillus subtilis, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Salmonella paratyphi b, Alternaria alternate, Aspergillus flavus, Penicillium notatum and Cladosporium carrionii. All the results were compared with respective positive control.
MOSQUITOE’S LARVAL GROWTH WITH REFERENCE TO WATER PARAMETERS IN UKKADAM PERIYAKULAM LAKE- COIMBATORE, TAMILNADU, INDIA
Authors: D Rajmohan , R Yamuna , K Logankumar , M Manimegalai , K Sathish Kumar
Published: January 2020

Mosquitoes lay eggs in a wide range of habitats with different physicochemical parameters. Ecological data, including physicochemical factors of oviposition sites, play an important role in integrated vector management. Those data help the managers to make the best decision in controlling the aquatic stagesof vectors especially using source reduction. To study some physicochemical characteristics of larval habitat waters, an investigation was carried out in Ukkadam periyakullam lake Coimbatore. Water samples were collected during larval collection from three localities. The chemical parameters of water samples wereanalyzed based on mg/l using standard methods. Water temperature (°C), turbidity (NTU), total dissolved solids (ppm), electrical conductivity (μS/cm), and acidity (pH) were measured using digital testers. Thermotolerant coliforms of water samples were analyzed based on MPN/100ml. In total, 112 mosquito larvae were collected. There was no significant correlation between the abundance of larvae and the different physicochemical and microbial parameters. But fecal coliform was the major impacting factor in the study area.
SCIENTOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF “ANNALS OF ONCOLOGY” DURING 2010 – 2014
Authors: R Senthilkumar , M Muthukrishnan
Published: January 2020

This paper presents bibliometric analyses of 10681 articles published in ANNALS OF ONCOLOGY (AOO) during 2010-2014. The data was downloaded from web of science database. The analysis covers various parameters like year wise publication, growth pattern, word frequency, ranking of authors, ranking of institution, document types etc., and Histographicanalysis of the datasets has been performed using Histcite software.
AN ECOFEMINIST READING OF ANITA DESAI’S FIRE ON THE MOUNTAIN
Authors: N Nila
Published: January 2020

Ecofeminism is a term that links feminism with ecology. This paper tries to outline the fact that the capitalistic society has led to a conflict between nature and culture. This also makes it clear that the exploitation of nature and the oppression of women are closely linked with notions of class, caste, race, colonialism and social rules. Anita Desai, in Fire on the Mountain emphasis ecoconsciousness by depicting a serene landscape. She also takes the reader through a maze of human actions, diverse nature of the mountain, the ecological natural processes in the mountain milieu, excessive population disturbing the peace ,man-made dangers exploiting nature; and therefore aims at showing an integral relationship between man and nature. The novel certainly recalls the fact that mother earth suffers just like women living on her, exploited, discriminated, humiliated, raped, disowned, discarded and let to die.
DOCUMENTATION OF ABORIGINAL TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND INHERENT INDIGENOUS THERAPEUTIC PLANTS OF COIMBATORE DISTRICT, TAMIL NADU, INDIA
Authors: M Saradha , P Samydurai , G Divya Bharathi
Published: January 2020

The aim of the study was to investigate the medicinal plants used as therapeutic, nutritive and food additives which are consumed by the tribes of Coimbatore district, Tamil Nadu, India. The information was gathered from the local tribal community people, an aboriginal community who reside in the foothills, aroundthe Coimbatore district. Several field visited to the tribal inhabitant areas to collect data on medicinal and aromatic plants commonly used by them. The observations collected during field visits were put to group discussion. The medicinal plants were identified, photographed and sample specimens were collected for preparation of herbarium. The results of the study have been documented that 47 plants belonging to 24 families and 38 genera used to treat wound healing, diabetics, jaundice, skin diseases, gastro intestinal disorders, ulcer, fever, cold, cough, bronchitis, ring worm, snake bites, burns healing, eye diseases, swelling,rheumatism, cosmetics and also used for malnutrition.
CONSERVATION OF SACRED GROVES, CULTURAL CONNECTIONS AND CONTROLLING CLIMATE CHANGE
Authors: M.P Ramanujam
Published: January 2020

Sacred groves signify the practice of conserving biodiversity with strong beliefs, customs and taboos and are treasure house of rare and endemic species. Everything within these groves is under the protection of the reigning deity of the grove and the removal of any material, even dead wood or twig is a taboo (Gadgil and Vartak, 1976). Such groves still exist in many parts of the world and represent relict vegetation of the locality, preserved in its original form with minimal disturbance. Preservation of these groves, though on the pretext of religious beliefs, is of importance for conserving germ plasm that is otherwise under threat from human interference (Khiewtan and Ramakrishnan, 1989). Among the sacred groves along the coastal sector centering Pondicherry (90km x 50 km) on the east coast of India, Puthupet (28ha), Senthirankillai (15ha), Thoppaiyankulam (10.5ha), Kotthatai (6.15ha) and Karukkai (5.2ha.) were larger groves, the smaller being Sedrapet, Ramanathapuram and Kumalam, each measuring ca.0.2 ha. Of late, ecologists evince interest in the potential of biodiversity in carbon -‘C’ sequestration and storage. In some selected groves, the biosequestered atmospheric carbon (C) values ranged from 47.7 to 120.5 Mg ha-1. The quantum of C-storage in a sacred grove, however small it may be, and its implied role in mitigating the climate change, is now confirmed. These groves which have rich, varied and valuable biodiversity conserved in them can also contribute to tackling climate change, which is another most serious environmental problem facing the humankind.
ETHNOBOTANICAL STUDY OF KNOWLEDGE AND MEDICINAL PLANTS USE BY THE KURUMBA TRIBES IN CHEMMANKARAI, NILGIRI DISTRICT, TAMIL NADU
Authors: M Saradha , G Divya Bhrathi , S Paulsamy
Published: January 2020

The present study initiated with an aim to highlight and document the traditional knowledge and medicinal plants used by the Kurumba tribes inhabiting at Chemmankarai area of Nilgiri district, Tamilnadu. During the study selected study area was visited frequently and information was collected through semidirective, open ended interview among the informants of Kurumba tribes. The details on vernacular name of the plant, mode of diagnosis, disease they treat, usage of plants, mode of application were collected. The plants were identified and deposited at the herbaria of Nirmala College for Women, Coimbatore. The results revealed that the total 56 plant species belonging to 31 families and 47 genera have been documented in the present study. The highest number plants being used for fever and wound healing (7), Insect bite, migraine, bath, ulcer, immunity and throat pain (4) followed by joint pain, tooth ache and asthma (3). The habit of the species showed that 68 % of the drugs were obtained from the herbs compared with the other habit plants. The reported potential ethnomedicinal plants could be conserved and further validation need for better utilization and provisions of the documented knowledge.