bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Flood Simulation in the Complex River Basin Affected by Hydraulic Structures Using a Coupled Hydrological and Hydrodynamic Model
Authors: Zhang Keying , Ji Zhansheng , Luo Xiaoliang , Liu Zhenyi , Zhong Hua
Published: August 2024

Due to the complexity of terrain and climate in the mountain–plain transition zone, it is difficult to simulate and forecast the flow discharge of river basins accurately. The poor regularity of the river thus leads to uncertain flood control scheduling. Meanwhile, reservoirs and flood detention areas are constructed to store and divert water when severe floods threaten the safety of the basin. In order to improve the accuracy of flood forecasts and the effectiveness of flood control, a hydrological and 1D/2D hydrodynamic coupling model was developed to enable the joint computation of multiple objects, including mountainous streams, plains river networks, hydraulic control structures, and flood detention areas. For the hydrological component, the Xin’anjiang model with the Muskingum module is employed to simulate mountainous flow discharge. For the hydrodynamic component, the Saint–Venant equations and shallow water equations are applied to estimate flood processes in rivers and on land surfaces, respectively. The Dongtiaoxi River Basin in Zhejiang Province, China, serves as the case study, where river flow is influenced by both upstream mountainous floods and downstream backwater effects. Using the integrated model, flood routing and scheduling are simulated and visualized. Both the Xin’anjiang model and the 1D hydrodynamic model demonstrate over 80% acceptability in calibration and validation, confirming their robustness and reliability. Meanwhile, inundation in flood detention areas can be effectively estimated by coupling the 1D and 2D hydrodynamic models with a flood diversion scheduling model. The coupled model proves capable of simulating flood routing in complex river basins that include mountains, plains, and hydraulic control structures, accounting for the interactions between hydrological elements. These findings provide a new perspective on flood simulation in other similarly complex river basins.
Comprehensive Cost–Benefit and Statistical Analysis of Isotherm and Kinetic Models for Heavy Metal Removal in Acidic Solutions Using Weakly Base Polymeric Chelating Resin as Adsorbent
Authors: Suwannahong Kowit , Wongcharee Surachai , Kreetachat Torpong , Imman Saksit , Suriyachai Nopparat , Hongthong Sukanya , Rioyo Javier , Dechapanya Wipada , Noiwimol Pakpilai
Published: August 2024

This study investigates the removal of heavy metals, particularly copper and nickel, from acidic aqueous solutions using the weakly base polymeric chelating resin Dowex M-4195. The research conducts comprehensive cost–benefit and statistical analyses of various kinetic and isotherm adsorption models. The results show that the PSO and general order models provide high accuracy for the Cu2⁺ adsorption kinetics, while the Avrami fractional order model excels for Ni2⁺. In terms of the isotherm models, the Langmuir and Jovanovic models are highly accurate for both metals, with the Toth model being particularly effective for Ni2⁺ due to its ability to account for surface heterogeneity and multi-layer adsorption. This study also reveals that the kinetic adsorption process is more economically beneficial than the isotherm adsorption process, highlighting the importance of model selection for optimizing heavy metal removal. Incorporating circular economy principles, this research emphasizes the sustainability of using regenerable and reusable adsorbents like Dowex M-4195. The findings provide valuable insights for designing efficient adsorption systems, promoting environmental sustainability, and ensuring public health safety.
Sustainable Solutions for Mitigating Water Scarcity in Developing Countries: A Comprehensive Review of Innovative Rainwater Storage Systems
Authors: Ssekyanzi Geoffrey , Ahmad Mirza Junaid , Choi Kyung-Sook
Published: August 2024

As global water resources decline and demand increases due to population growth and climate change, innovative rainwater storage systems (IRSSs) have become crucial. This review examines the potential of IRSSs to sustainably address rainwater challenges by analyzing key factors that influence their success. Drawing on research from Scopus and Google Scholar, it evaluates IRSSs in both urban and rural settings across different countries and regions, focusing on their contribution to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6. This review highlights how social, environmental, economic, and policy factors affect the success of IRSS compared to traditional systems common in developing nations. IRSSs can outperform traditional methods in sustainability, encouraging their adoption. However, there is a significant gap in policy integration that needs to be addressed for successful implementation. Further research is needed to better understand the contributing factors and their role in achieving sustainability. Integrating rainwater harvesting into national water policies could offer valuable guidance for policymakers and water resource managers in addressing issues like urban floods, water scarcity, and related social and environmental challenges in developing countries.
Distribution and Genesis of Aliphatic Hydrocarbons in Bottom Sediments of Coastal Water Areas of the Crimea (the Black and Azov Seas)
Authors: Soloveva Olga , Tikhonova Elena , Alyomov Sergey , Mirzoeva Natalia , Skuratovskaya Ekaterina , Matishov Gennady , Egorov Viktor
Published: August 2024

The aim of the article is to assess the level of aliphatic hydrocarbon (AHC) contamination in bottom sediments of the Azov–Black Sea coast of the Crimea, as well as to identify potential sources of its formation. Bottom sediment samples obtained from 19 stations during the research cruise of the R/V “Professor Vodyanitsky” (June 2020) were used as the material for this investigation. Sampling stations were located along the coast of the Crimean Peninsula and the Caucasus coastlines (the Black and Azov Seas). N-hexane extracts of sediments were studied by gas chromatography to determine the AHC amount and composition. It was established that AHC concentrations in the study area varied from 1.30 to 127.8 mg/100 g. Generally, bottom sediments of the Black and Azov Seas were characterized by low AHC contents, while increased AHC contents were found in the outer harbor of Sevastopol and Yalta regions. To identify potential hydrocarbon sources, various hydrocarbon markers were used. In most of the study areas, n-alkane composition was determined by similar sources of inputs and organic compound transformation. At the same time, oil pollution linked with use of fuel was recorded almost everywhere.
The Isolation and Identification of Novel Arsenic-Resistant Bacteria from an Arsenic-Contaminated Region—A Study to Understand the Efficiency of Bacteria for Arsenic Removal from Aqueous Media
Authors: Dey Uttiya , Mondal Naba Kumar , Chatterjee Soumendranath , Das Kousik , Raj Deep , Kumar Pankaj , Meraj Gowhar
Published: August 2024

Drinking water sources with groundwater arsenic (As) contamination face multifaceted challenges in the removal and supply of fresh drinking water resources. To eradicate this problem, bioremediation has evolved to become more effective than other chemical and physical removal processes in its cost-effectiveness, high removal efficiency, and lesser production of secondary by-products or waste. Thus, this study aimed to treat As from aqueous media and to detoxify highly toxic forms of As by the isolated bacteria from As-affected areas. We isolated two new Gram-positive bacteria, which are reported here (Bacillus sp. and Bacillus cereus), with As5+ minimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs) of 4500 mg/L for the Bacillus sp. and 1000 mg/L for Bacillus cereus; meanwhile, for As3+, the MICs are 600 mg/L for both isolates. Bacillus sp. and Bacillus cereus can also effectively convert the highly toxic and easily mobile As3+ to As5+ in aqueous media. This study also demonstrates that these bacteria can remove a significant proportion of As3+ and As5+ (averaging 50% for both) from aqueous media. These As-resistant bacteria from the As-affected area can be used and upscaled for the treatment of As for a safer drinking water supply.
Tin Nanoparticles Decorated on Banana-peel-derived Carbon as a Stable and High-rate-performance Anode for Lithium-ion Batteries
Authors: Phan Thi Thuy Trang , Thi Lan Nguyen , Nguyen Van Thang , Tran Quang Nhat , Vo Vien
Published: August 2024

In this work, dispersion on banana-peel-derived carbonaceous supporting material addresses pure tin anode's volume variation and poor cycling performance. The Sn/C composite was prepared using reductive deposition of metallic tins directly on the carbon matrix. The composite electrode delivers a specific capacity of 307.7 mAh g–1 at a specific current of 0.1 Ag–1 after 350 cycles. Noticeably, the rate capability of the Sn-anode is significantly improved by decorating it with carbon materials, which is demonstrated by a rate capacity of 319.9 mAh g–1 at a specific current of 10 A g–1. These improvements could be attributed to the buffering effect of the carbon matrix, which could not only well-accommodate and relieve the lattice strains raised by significant volume variations of alloying anode but also stabilize the solid electrolyte interphase and significantly increase the charge conductivity of the composite electrode.
With No Lysine (K) Kinases and Sodium Transporter Function in Solute Exchange with Implications for BP Regulation as Elucidated through Drosophila
Authors: Rodan Aylin R.
Published: August 2024

Like other multicellular organisms, the fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster must maintain homeostasis of the internal milieu, including the maintenance of constant ion and water concentrations. In mammals, the with no lysine (K) (WNK)-Ste20-proline/alanine rich kinase/oxidative stress response 1 kinase cascade is an important regulator of epithelial ion transport in the kidney. This pathway regulates SLC12 family cotransporters, including sodium-potassium-2-chloride, sodium chloride, and potassium chloride cotransporters. The WNK-Ste20-proline/alanine rich kinase/oxidative stress response 1 kinase cascade also regulates epithelial ion transport via regulation of the Drosophila sodium-potassium-2-chloride cotransporter in the Malpighian tubule, the renal epithelium of the fly. Studies in Drosophila have contributed to the understanding of multiple regulators of WNK pathway signaling, including intracellular chloride and potassium, the scaffold protein Mo25, hypertonic stress, hydrostatic pressure, and macromolecular crowding. These will be discussed together, with implications for mammalian kidney function and BP control.
LEARNING THE GERMAN LANGUAGE AS A METHOD FOR SOCIAL ADAPTATION OF UKRAINIAN REFUGEES ABROAD
Authors:   Mariupol State University, Paskevych O. , Zubchenko O. ,   Mariupol State University
Published: August 2024

The article is devoted to the problems of social adaptation of Ukrainian refugees in Germany, which have theoretical and practical significance in the context of large-scale Russian aggression against Ukraine. The co-authors aim to determine to what extent the successful mastery of the German language contributes to the settlement of our compatriots, to discuss the difficulties and problems that arise. Social adaptation is defined as the process and result of active adaptation of an individual or social group to the requirements and expectations of the participants of a new social community. The important role of free integration courses, which allow to form business and conversational language skills for full-fledged social and labor interactions, is emphasized separately. Cognitive activity of the individual was chosen as the subject of empirical research, and its methods included observation (with the participation of the co-author of the article) and a questionnaire survey among a group of cadets from the city of Falkenze. During the analysis of the collected information, high indicators of group activity and conscientiousness of the respondents were determined, which indicates good motivation and interest in learning. Also, almost all respondents received high points on the scale of adaptability, since they already have permanent (rented or provided for free) housing, can arrange their lives and look to the future more confidently. At the same time, an obstacle to successful social adaptation is the absence of work for the absolute majority of respondents. At the same time, conditionally high knowledge of the language was recorded only in a quarter, and unsatisfactory - in almost a third of the cadets, because before the forced migration, only 2 out of 16 group members knew German at least somehow. This has a rather ambiguous effect on the degree of inclusion in the German-speaking environment. On the one hand, Ukrainians confidently communicate in the simplest social situations and navigate in space, but on the other hand, they rarely come into contact with German speakers and cannot yet participate in the symbolic consumption of cultural heritage. The co-authors conclude that involvement in the language space allows our fellow citizens to mitigate the consequences of «culture shock», increase stress resistance, and better understand how the society in which they find themselves is organized. It is also noted that against the background of the protracted war, it is important to prevent the social isolation of Ukrainians in Germany. For this purpose, it is advisable to supplement the educational programs of integration courses with historical and cultural components. Key words: social adaptation, Ukrainian refugees, integration courses, German language, cognitive activity.
CULTURAL VALUES IN THE CONTEXT OF EDUCATION OF NATIONAL SELF-AWARENESS: TO THE QUESTION OF ATTRACTING OPPORTUNITIES OF THE EVENT SECTOR
Authors:   Kyiv National University of Culture and Arts, Korolenko Y.
Published: August 2024

The article examines the role and opportunities of the event sector in preserving cultural values and promoting national self-awareness. As an example of an effective tool of the event sector, national music festivals were chosen, which, despite the mass-entertainment context, have an important educational role in preserving cultural values and national self-awareness of society. The organization of cultural events, such as exhibitions, concerts, festivals and other events, can be used to increase interest in cultural values and preserve the nation's cultural heritage. Such events are important for involving the public in cultural activities, they can draw attention to those aspects of culture that are almost forgotten or disappearing. For example, exhibitions of traditional folk crafts and national artistic creativity can draw attention to really important things in a nation's culture. This can contribute to the preservation of these cultural skills and abilities for future generations. Children's drawing contests and other art events can contribute to fostering love and respect for the art of the nation and its traditions. Organizing events aimed at restoring the traditions and customs of the nation can help support and preserve the uniqueness of national cultures. New technologies can be used to create online broadcasts of events or to create virtual spaces where users can experience everything that happens at an event. Such technologies can ensure the mass and range of popularization of the event, make it accessible to people with disabilities or those who cannot be there. Also, academic practice can explore effective tools for attracting sponsors and partners to support cultural events. Festivals and other cultural events can be supported by sponsors, which will ensure the high quality of the event, reduce the cost for visitors, and attract new investors. Using the example of multi-genre festivals, the relevance of this phenomenon to internal and intercultural national dialogue is indicated, which is especially important in the conditions of military operations. Keywords: cultural values, national self-awareness, event industry, music festival.
GLOBAL EXPERIENCE OF TRANSFORMATIONAL CHANGES DEVELOPMENT OF CREATIVE INDUSTRIES: CULTURAL ASPECTS OF RESEARCH
Authors:   Kyiv National University of Culture and Arts, Pletsan Kh.
Published: August 2024

The article examines the cultural aspects of the world experience of transformational changes in the development of creative industries. The specifics and creative tools for the development of creative industries in the world are defined. The peculiarities of the cultural aspects of the study of the world experience of transformational changes in the development of creative industries are substantiated. The main global trends and factors affecting the development of creative industries are highlighted. Technological innovations and their impact on transformative changes in the development of creative industries are analyzed. The relevance of the influence of cultural values, traditions and identity on the development of creative industries has been established. It has been proven that the synergistic interaction of the sectors of creative industries in cluster models will ensure the achievement of significant results in the preservation of cultural diversity, values, traditions, uniqueness, the development of cultural tourism and creative industries in general. The possibilities and prospects of adapting the best practices of foreign countries for the development of creative industries in Ukraine at the current stage have been investigated and substantiated. Scientific novelty is characterized by a cultural analysis of the world experience of transformational changes in the development of creative industries and the possibility of their adaptation in Ukraine. Keywords: culture, creative industries, world experience, innovation, human resource, creative tools, creative space, cluster, sustainable development.
Desenvolvimento inicial de genótipos de café (Coffea arabica) em canteiros agroflorestais
Authors: Costa Kátia Gissely Martins da , Oliveira Glauco Vieira de , Santos Camila Matos dos , Queiroz Danielle Montalvão , Leonel Euller Ribeiro Côrtes , Queiroz Vinicius Rodrigues de , Carmo Maxweel Silva
Published: August 2024

A qualidade das mudas de café é dependente de fatores como solo, clima e tecnologias de cultivo, de forma que várias cultivares são desenvolvidas para adaptarem-se às diversas condições edafoclimáticas brasileiras. Assim, este trabalho teve como objetivo avaliar o comportamento inicial de quatro genótipos de café (Coffea arabica) no município de Barra do Garças- MT em canteiros agroflorestais. Os canteiros agroflorestais foram compostos por toras de madeira e cobertas em sequência por gravetos, solo de superfície (horizonte A), aparas de gramas decompostas e uma fina camada de 1 cm de serragem de madeira. Os tratamentos foram constituídos por dois canteiros largos e finos (1 e 0,5 m de largura) e uma testemunha sem adição de material orgânico vegetal. Cada canteiro, recebeu 1 kg de fosfato natural reativo Yoorin® por metro linear. As mudas de cafés foram dispostas em linha central, com 0,5 m entre plantas. Foram avaliados à altura, o diâmetro do colo, número de folhas e número de nós aos 180 dias após transplantio no campo. O delineamento utilizado foi em blocos casualizados com três repetições e cinco plantas por repetição. A cultivar Arara foi a que apresentou melhor desempenho em todos os caracteres avaliados. A cultivar Bourbon Amarelo não apresentou boa média em relação ao número de folhas no campo, e as duas cultivares IPR103 e Topázio 1190 obtiveram as piores médias no campo. Dos canteiros avaliados, o canteiro largo proporcionou melhor desenvolvimento dos cafés, seguido pelo estreito, indicando a importância da incorporação de matéria orgânica no desenvolvimento inicial de mudas de cafés agroflorestais.
The Effect of Jacket Area on The Behaviour of Repaired/Strengthened Reinforced Concrete Columns
Authors: Kopraman Yağmur , Can Hüsnü
Published: August 2024

Jacketing is the most popular method for strengthening reinforced concrete columns under axial loading. This repair and strengthening technique is widely used not only in Türkiye but also in other technologically developed countries. In this study, the effectiveness of this method is investigated experimentally, by testing two test parameters which are column section geometry and jacket thickness. The specimens were enlarged on all four sides to understand how the thickness of the jacket layer affects the behavior of the column. Using the experimental data, load versus deformation curves were plotted for each test specimen. The parameters (strength, rigidity, ductility, and energy dissipation capacity) that determine the behaviour of the reinforced column were then analyzed. At the end of this study, the effects of column section geometry and jacket thickness on the jacketing method are discussed, providing valuable preliminary data for future experimental studies.
Evaluation of the Molecular Properties of Echinococcus granulosus Isolates from Various Hosts in Şanlıurfa Province
Authors: Günbegi Çalışkan Cemile , Yıldız Zeyrek Fadile
Published: August 2024

Cystic echinococcosis (CE), which is raised by the larvae of Echinococcus granulosus
(E. granulosus), is single of the world's most significant zoonoses, affecting both humans and
animals. In this labor, it was the goal to perform genotyping of hydatid cyst stocks collected from
various regions of Şanlıurfa and diverse middle hosts by molecular methods. A total of 197
hydatid cyst samples were obtained, including 40 pre-diagnosed human samples with paraffin,
Türkiye 140 sheep, and 17 cattle samples. After microscopic examination, 33 human isolates and
80 sheep cyst are regarded fertile because they contain more than 250 protoscolex and/or scolex
hooks. PCR-RFLP technique was used to determine the genetics of fertile isolates by analyzing
the ribosomal DNA internal transcribed spacer gene 1 (rDNA-ITS1) region of the samples. As a
result of having the same band profile, it was found that all of the isolates were common sheep
strain (G1). Echinococcus granulosus G1 strain was the reference material. This study
demonstrated that the local sheep lineage of E. granulosus is the dominant genotype in Şanlıurfa
province. It is thought to lead to further work on the epidemiology and ecology of parasites in
animals in this region and neighboring countries.
Cigarette Detection in Images Based on YOLOv8
Authors: Bakhytov Yernıyaz , Öz Cemil
Published: August 2024

Tһіs studу іnvestіgаtes metһоds tо develор аnd test tһe аutоmаtіc detectіоn оf cіgаrettes іn іmаges usіng mоdern deeр leаrnіng mоdels sucһ аs ҮОLОv5 аnd ҮОLОv8. Tһe studу's рrіmаrу аіm іs tо іmрrоve tһe аccurаcу аnd relіаbіlіtу оf recоgnіzіng оbjects аssоcіаted wіtһ smоkіng, wһіcһ cоuld sіgnіfіcаntlу enһаnce tһe mоnіtоrіng оf рublіc рlаces, medіа cоntent аnаlуsіs, аnd suрроrt fоr аntі-smоkіng cаmраіgns. Tоbаccо use роses а serіоus tһreаt tо рublіc һeаltһ, cаusіng numerоus dіseаses аnd resultіng іn mіllіоns оf deаtһs аnnuаllу. Аdvаnced tecһnоlоgіes sucһ аs cоmрuter vіsіоn аnd аrtіfіcіаl іntellіgence оffer new орроrtunіtіes fоr mоre effectіve mоnіtоrіng аnd аnаlуsіs, wһіcһ cаn һelр mіtіgаte tһe negаtіve effects оf tоbаccо use. Tһe trаіnіng results аre рresented, wіtһ tһe ҮОLОv8 mоdel аcһіevіng аn аccurаcу оf 87.4% аnd tһe ҮОLОv5 mоdel slіgһtlу оutрerfоrmіng іt wіtһ аn аccurаcу оf 89.6%. Іn cоnclusіоn, tһe аrtіcle tһоrоugһlу exрlоres tһe use оf tһe ҮОLОv8 mоdel іn іmаges fоr cіgаrette іdentіfіcаtіоn. Іt cоntrіbutes tо tһe exіstіng bоdу оf knоwledge bу рresentіng а cоmраrаtіve аnаlуsіs оf tһe рerfоrmаnce оf tһe ҮОLОv8 аnd ҮОLОv5 mоdels, tһerebу рrоvіdіng vаluаble іnsіgһts fоr future reseаrcһ.
Propuesta de negocio: Startup productora de software de gestión para empresas constructoras
Authors:   , Fonseca Rocha Jorge Agustín Felipe
Published: August 2024

Este trabajo corresponde a un trabajo final de carrera de la maestría en dirección de empresas de la UNLP, donde se desarrolla una propuesta de negocio sobre una Startup. La Startup se llama Bilderit y lanzó un software especializado para empresas constructoras en 2022, que ha logrado facturar 50 mil dólares hasta la fecha y tiene once clientes en Argentina y uno en Uruguay. Con un negocio rentable en la actualidad, la empresa dirige su enfoque hacia un mercado objetivo que abarca toda Latinoamérica, con alrededor de 70,000 empresas constructoras como posibles clientes. Analizando el potencial del negocio se prevé una rentabilidad superior al 40% y un volumen de negocio de 4 MM USD anuales para un horizonte de 3 años, sin tener en consideración los negocios satélites que se pueden desprender del mismo. El producto se desarrolló completamente por los socios para vender a empresas constructoras y de minería, siendo este diseñado para gestionar su parque de máquinas que representa su principal activo. La industria de la construcción está catalogada como una de las más atrasadas en términos de incorporación de tecnología. Actualmente, más del 80% de las empresas utiliza papel y planillas de cálculo (Excel) para gestionar la información de sus equipos, siendo que esto representa el 30% de los costos de cualquier obra de infraestructura. Hay que tener en cuenta que estas obras suelen costar entre 1 y 15 millones de USD, mientras que en minería los montos son todavía superiores. Por otro lado, el producto fue desarrollada por 4 ingenieros, todos argentinos que actualmente tienen 37 años. En Argentina opera con una empresa llamada Alitech Sociedad de responsabilidad limitada (en adelante SRL) y en el resto del mundo opera con Bilderit Compañía de Responsabilidad Limitada (en adelante LLC) radicada en Estados Unidos y se utiliza como modelo de venta el de suscripción mensual. El monto de capital necesario para acelerar el crecimiento es de 150.000 usd, que se utilizará principalmente para potenciar el área de marketing y ventas y poder acceder a los países de la región, esto se debe a que el producto ya está desarrollado y es sólido.
Destinasyon Markalamada Maskot Kullanımının Etkisi Kuşadası Güvercin Maskotu Örneği
Authors: Karakaş Tandoğan Gülnur , Çallak Emine
Published: August 2024

Antik çağlardan bu yana belli alanlarda kullanılan maskotlar, günümüzde markaların pazarlama ve tanıtım amacına hizmet edecek biçimde geliştirilmektedir. Özellikle destinasyonların kimliğini ve imajını şekillendirmede önemli bir rol oynayarak markalama stratejilerine katkıda bulunurlar. Türkiye’de ise destinasyonların maskot kullanımının oldukça az olduğu görülmektedir. Çalışmanın temel amacı, maskotların destinasyonun markalanmasında etkin bir rol oynayabilmesi için ne şekilde tasarlanması gerektiğine işaret etmektir. Araştırmada Kuşadası örneği üzerinden, bir destinasyon için maskot geliştirirken özellikle görsel açıdan önemli olabilecek detaylar incelenmektedir. Bu kapsamda, Kuşadası’nın destinasyon markalamada Kuşadası Ticaret Odası’nın 2016 yılında tanıttığı güvercini bir maskot olarak ne şekilde kullandığının ölçülmesiyle maskotun potansiyel etkisi de tartışılmaktadır. Bu amaç doğrultusunda çalışmada, maskotu geliştiren Kuşadası Ticaret Odası yetkilileri ile görüşme yapılmış ve güvercin maskotunun göstergebilimsel analiz uygulanması yoluyla çözümlemesi gerçekleştirilmiştir. Güvercin maskotunun resmedildiği alan, verdiği duygu ve mesaj, dış görünümü, rengi, grafik tasarımı gibi kriterler değerlendirilerek güvercin maskotu açıklanmaya çalışılmıştır. Çözümleme sonucunda güvercinin bir turist olarak tasvir edilmesinin, Kuşadası’nın doğal güzelliklerinin önüne geçmeyecek şekilde grafiklerde kullanılmasının, huzurlu ve keyifli şekilde canlandırılmasının ve konuşturulmasının, markalama sürecinde maskotun olumlu katkılar sunabilmesine olanak vereceği düşünülmektedir. Bununla birlikte maskotun, deniz turizmi dışında sağlık turizmi ve kültür turizmi gibi Kuşadası’nın turistik potansiyelini daha geniş yansıtacak durumlar eşliğinde kullanılması ile, destinasyonun markalanmasında daha etkili bir biçimde değerlendirilmesi söz konusu olabilecektir.
Turistik Rotalar Hakkında Yerel Halkın Algısı: Trakya Bağ Rotası Örneği
Authors: Saatcı Savsa Gencay , Canpolat İmamoğlu Saniye
Published: August 2024

Trakya Kalkınma Ajansı’nın desteklediği 2013 yılında başlatılan “Trakya Bağ Rotası Projesi” ülkemizdeki ilk bağ rotası projesidir. Çalışmanın amacı Trakya Bağ Rotası ve Trakya Bağ Rotasında yer alan diğer bağ rotaları olan Edirne Bağ Rotası, Gelibolu Bağ Rotası, Kırklareli Bağ Rotası ve Tekirdağ Bağ Rotası hakkında, yerel halkın algılarının metaforlar aracılığıyla tespit edilmesidir. Araştırma verileri, 02.01.2024-22.01.2024 tarihleri arasında Trakya Bağ Rotasında yaşayan 100 yerel halktan toplanmıştır. Araştırma sonucunda Trakya Bağ Rotası’na yönelik olarak geliştirilen metaforlar toplam 10 kategori altında incelenmiştir. Bu kategoriler sırasıyla; gastronomik unsurlar, turistik unsurlar, doğa unsurları, görsel unsurlar, kültürel değer unsurları, soyut unsurlar, ekonomik unsurlar, aile unsurları, duygusal unsurlar ve sanat unsurlarıdır. Trakya Bağ Rotasındaki yerel halk, genel olarak misafirperver ve geleneksel bir yaşam tarzına sahiptir. Trakya Bağ Rotasında tarım ve bağcılık, bölgede önemli ekonomik faaliyetlerdir. Yerel halkın bir kısmı bu sektörlerde çalışmaktadır. Bölgede yaşayanların istihdam olanaklarını elde ettiği bir rota konumunda olan Trakya Bağ Rotasına yönelik olumlu bir görüş birliği bulunmaktadır.
Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism – a step towards Europe à la française?
Authors: Jaworski Kamil
Published: August 2024

Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) presented by the European Commission (EC) as a part of the ‘Fit for 55’ package was a turning point in almost twenty years of the French eff orts to implement this instrument. In this article I present the concept of CBAM. I also pose questions why France was so fervent proponent of introducing it into EU law and why it finally succeeded. In order to find the answer to these questions I recall the main assumptions of the French European policy. Then, I explain how policy of continuity was rewarded in times of  important political changes. I  also argue that multidimensional character of CBAM gives enough opportunity for France to shape not only EU climate pol-icy but other EU policies as well. I conclude that CBAM fits perfectly to the French interests. It allows all successive presidents of  the  Fifth Republic to  adapt it to the current needs and include it in their narratives on EU affairs.
Małe reaktory modułowe w polsko-amerykańskiej współpracy energetycznej
Authors: Jureńczyk Łukasz
Published: August 2024

Artykuł dotyczy znaczenia małych reaktorów modułowych w polsko-amerykańskiej współpracy na rzecz realizacji cywilnego programu jądrowego w Polsce. Aby zapewnić bezpieczeństwo energetyczne i spełnić wymagania europejskie w zakresie ochrony  środowiska, polskie władze zdecydowały się na realizacje cywilnego programu jądrowego. Za decyzją tą przemawia wiele argumentów technologicznych, środowiskowych i geopolitycznych, a ponadto ma ona poparcie społeczne. Jak dotąd w realizacji cywilnego programu jądrowego szczególną rolę odgrywają Stany Zjednoczone, które gotowe są na transfer technologii jądrowej do Polski. Dotyczy to zarówno tradycyjnych elektrowni jądrowych, jak i małych reaktorów modułowych. Technologia SMR jest nowa, a przedsiębiorstwa amerykańskie wiodą prymat w jej rozwoju. Ponieważ pierwsze wiarygodne dane dotyczące efektywności i funkcjonalności SMR pojawią się dopiero za około dekady, Polska nie zdecydowała się na wykorzystanie tych systemów jako podstawowej technologii w programie rozwoju energetyki jądrowej. Mają one jednak pełnić funkcję subsydiarną w postaci źródeł zasilania dla dużych polskich przedsiębiorstw. Jeśli w przyszłości dowiodą swojej wartości, to nie wykluczone, że będą wykorzystywane również w masowej produkcji energii dla społeczeństwa.
Implikacje nowych technologii oraz projektów infrastrukturalnych w polityce energetycznej
Authors: Gajewski Łukasz
Published: August 2024

Polityka energetyczna w kontekście globalnym ulegała wielokrotnym zmianom na przestrzeni kilku minionych dekad wraz z leżącymi u jej podstaw uwarunkowaniami. Zachodzące zmiany klimatyczne wydawały się wystarczająco motywującym czynnikiem środowisko międzynarodowe do modernizacji sektora energii. Inwazja Rosji na Ukrainę, rozpoczęta w dniu 24 lutego 2022 roku zapoczątkowała szeroką dyskusję i rewidowanie dotychczasowych poglądów na temat charakteru relacji z Federacją Rosyjską w wielu obszarach. Jednym z poruszanych tematów jest potrzeba uniezależnienia się od rosyjskich nośników energii. Drogą prowadzącą do tego celu będzie szeroka implementacja nowoczesnych technologii w sektorze energetycznym, których fundamentem są rzadkie pierwiastki. Bezpieczeństwo energetyczne, o którym przez ostatnią dekadę nie myślano, na nowo stało się priorytetem, natomiast kierunek zeroemisyjny będzie stałym elementem realizowanej polityki wielu państw.
The system in operation. Frontline news
Authors: Bogdanowska Monika
Published: August 2024

The author's reflections are based on her experience when working as the Regional Conservator of Historic Monuments in the Małopolska Region. Selected provisions of the Act on the Protection and Care of Historic Monuments will be juxtaposed with actual cases of historic buildings, in order to illustrate how the protection system works in practice. The conclusions will indicate courses of action which, often going beyond the Act, show that certain areas of activity within which we transform our surroundings are slipping away out of the constitutional - and universal - duty to uphold our heritage. Also, the conclusions will specify the things that need to be addressed in the protection system, as its emphasis has been overly shifted to antagonisms instead of cooperation.
Metodología activa aprendizaje basado en problemas: Cartilla para estudiantes
Authors: Jara Ramírez Milton Andrés , Barrada Soto Elizabeth
Published: August 2024

Conjunto de tareas de aprendizaje basada en la resolución de preguntas y/o problemas, que implica al alumno en el diseño y planificación del aprendizaje, en la toma de decisiones y en procesos de investigación, dándoles la oportunidad para trabajar de manera relativamente autónoma durante la mayor parte del tiempo, que culmina en la realización de un producto final presentado ante los demás.
Hepatoblastoma: A Case Report
Authors: Caballero Abel Ning , Archer-Austin Kandecy
Published: August 2024

Hepatoblastoma is a rare type of pediatric malignant disease and represents the most frequent cause of liver tumors during childhood. We describe the diagnosis and treatment of a 14-month-old female patient who presented with abdominal swelling, anorexia, and weight loss. Initial investigations indicated elevated alpha-fetoprotein levels and thrombocytosis. A CT scan showed a heterogeneous mass arising in the right lobe of the liver. Histology revealed hepatoblastoma, epithelial type, and fetal pattern. The patient was treated as a standard risk according to the Pretext classification (Pretext I-III) with neoadjuvant Cisplatin (4 cycles) following the SIOPEL 3 protocol, resulting in a 40% reduction in tumor size and a successful partial hepatectomy.
CORRELAÇÃO ENTRE CORTICOTERAPIA E NECROSE AVASCULAR DO COLO DO FÊMUR: UMA REVISÃO CRÍTICA DA LITERATURA
Authors: Rezaei Faraz , Mantovani Noêmia Maria Bachega , Ujacov Vinicius Inacio Brito , Arce Marcos Vinicius Leite , Lemos Genilson Silva , Abib Gabriel Fares , Farias Paulo Cézar , Medeiros Bernardo Fortes de , Barros Maria Eduarda de Toledo , Rodrigues Miguel Augusto de Castello Branco , Bossay Enzo Pereira
Published: August 2024

Objetivos: O presente estudo teve como objetivo explorar a correlação entre o uso de corticosteroides e a ocorrência de necrose avascular do colo do fêmur (NACF), identificar os mecanismos biológicos subjacentes a essa correlação, e avaliar a incidência e os fatores de risco adicionais associados ao desenvolvimento de NACF em pacientes submetidos à corticoterapia.
Métodos: Foi realizada uma revisão crítica da literatura com a seleção de estudos relevantes que investigam a relação entre a corticoterapia e a NACF. A busca de literatura incluiu bases de dados como PubMed e MEDLINE, utilizando termos específicos relacionados a osteonecrose, corticoterapia e fatores de risco. Os estudos selecionados foram analisados quanto à qualidade metodológica e à relevância dos achados para os objetivos do estudo.
Resultados: A revisão revelou uma forte correlação dose-dependente entre a administração de corticosteroides e o risco de desenvolvimento de NACF, com a apoptose dos osteócitos e a redução da angiogênese emergindo como mecanismos patogênicos centrais. Além disso, regimes de administração em dias alternados demonstraram reduzir significativamente o risco de NACF em pacientes com lúpus eritematoso sistêmico. Fatores de risco adicionais, como consumo de álcool e coagulopatias, foram identificados como amplificadores significativos do risco de NACF quando combinados com corticoterapia.
Conclusão: A análise consolidada dos estudos revisados reforça a necessidade de personalização dos tratamentos com corticosteroides, considerando a dose, a duração e os fatores de risco individuais dos pacientes para mitigar o risco de NACF.
ADVANCING CARDIOVASCULAR CARE: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF PORTABLE AND CONTINUOUS MONITORING DEVICES IN CARDIOVASCULAR RADIOLOGY
Authors: Destefani Vinícius Côgo , Vitrio Bianca , Destefani Afrânio Côgo
Published: August 2024

Cardiovascular radiology has witnessed significant advancements with the introduction and widespread adoption of portable and continuous monitoring devices. These technologies have revolutionized patient care by providing real-time, comprehensive cardiovascular health assessments. This narrative review explores the current landscape of portable and continuous monitoring devices in cardiovascular radiology. It examines their applications, impact on early detection of complications, influence on mortality rates, and potential side effects associated with prolonged use. By synthesizing recent research and clinical guidelines, this review aims to thoroughly understand these devices' role in modern cardiovascular care and their potential to shape future diagnostic and treatment paradigms.
CÓLERA NO BRASIL: UMA ANÁLISE DOS DADOS ENTRE 2013 E 2023
Authors: Gabriela Stocco Rodrigues  , Mariana Michalski Fagundes Cunha  , Erick Junior Jochem  , Luis Henrique Paris Franz  , Káren Tavares Leite dos Santos  , Rodrigo Roni dos Santos  , Arleston Lueders  , Gabriela Pascoal Rigueti  , Mariana Melissa Félix de Medeiros  , Lucas Felipe de Souza
Published: August 2024

A cólera é causada pela bactéria Vibrio cholerae, encontrada em ambientes aquáticos. Fatores sociais e ambientais influenciam a intensidade da doença, destacando a importância do saneamento básico na prevenção de surtos. Os sintomas incluem diarreia intensa e desidratação, podendo levar à morte em casos graves. A prevenção envolve medidas de saneamento e uso de antibióticos. É fundamental ter conhecimento dos riscos presentes em diferentes áreas para implementar ações eficazes de controle de doenças. O objetivo no presente estudo foi identificar o perfil epidemiológico da cólera no Brasil. O recorte temporal foi a incidência de notificações da doença no período de 2013 a 2023. Foi utilizada uma abordagem metodológica quantitativa, retrospectiva e epidemiológica, mostrando o número de internações devido a cólera. Os dados foram coletados por meio do Departamento de Informática do SUS (DATASUS), e as variáveis investigadas foram cronologia, região de diagnóstico, faixa etária, sexo, cor/raça e óbitos por cólera. As informações apontaram que é fundamental um esforço abrangente e multissetorial, por meio de ações coordenadas que envolvam governos, instituições de saúde, comunidades e a sociedade civil como um todo para reduzir a incidência da doença e garantir a saúde pública.
ALERTA LARANJA: RELATO DE EXPERIÊNCIA SOBRE MEDIDAS EDUCATIVAS ADOTADAS POR UM INSTITUTO NA ZONA SUL DE SÃO PAULO
Authors: Clara Barbosa Martins  , Janaili Fiuza Passos
Published: August 2024

O presente artigo trata de um estudo descritivo realizado por meio da observação participante da autora em algumas atividades realizadas em um Instituto na Zona Sul de São Paulo, numa localidade de extrema precariedade social. As atividades enfocadas nesse relato de experiência ocorrem anualmente no mês de maio, por ocasião do Dia Nacional de Combate ao Abuso Sexual Infantil – 18 de Maio – instituído pela Lei nº 9.970, de 2000. A instituição trabalha com diversas atividades em contraturno escolar com crianças e adolescentes tendo como objetivo proporcionar a conscientização para voluntários, familiares, crianças e adolescentes, sobre a importância da prevenção ao abuso sexual infantil. Far-se-á a análise do Estatuto da Criança e do Adolescente, do Plano de Combate e Erradicação do Abuso Sexual Infantil, da Cartilha de Abuso Sexual Contra Crianças e Adolescentes, do Plano Nacional de Convivência Familiar e Comunitária e do Panorama da Violência Letal e Sexual Contra Crianças e Adolescentes no Brasil, além de diversos documentos que contemplam o tema e que delineiam os marcos teóricos sobre a temática. Uma reflexão sobre os referenciais teóricos, práticos e metodológicos da Pedagogia Social abrangendo a Educação Social e Comunitária problematizará questões referentes ao tema central da pesquisa possibilitando assim a amplificação da perspectiva do combate ao abuso sexual infantil.
Research and analysis of the influence of recipe and technological factors on the strength of expanded clay concrete on quartz sand
Authors: Столевич І.А. , Постернак О.О. , Петраш С.В. , Ковтуненко О.В. , Уразманова Н.Ф.
Published: August 2024

The aim of the work is to study the strength and deformation properties of expanded clay concrete on cement-ash binder and to prove the technical possibility and economic feasibility of its study in structural elements of civil buildings. The five-factor plan B5 was implemented. In the matrix, each of the technological factors changed at three levels (-1; 0; +1), which made it possible to obtain quadratic mathematical models of output parameters - the bulk mass of concrete, cubic and prismatic strength of the expanded clay concrete at the age of 1 (a.s), 28, 115, 180 and 360 days, when the expanded clay concrete mixture is mobile (the constant draught of the cone is DC= 2...6 сm). Processing of experimental results to identify regularities of influence of studied factors - consumption: cement (x1); lime (х2); fly ash (х3); expanded clay gravel (х4); quartz sand (x5) on water consumption of ceramic and concrete mixtures – B, volume of inter-grain voids Vn, the density of the ceramic concrete mixture – ρo and the density of the expanded clay concrete ρ allowed to obtain with 95% reliability quadratic regression equations, taking into account only significant regression coefficients. Based on the results of experimental studies with 95% reliability quadratic regression equations of cubic and prismatic strength in the age of 1 (a.s), 28, 180* and 360* days are obtained, expanded clay concrete on CLF-binder and quartz sand with only significant regression factors.  The paper examines and analyzes the influence of recipe and technological factors on the strength of expanded clay concrete on quartz sand. The invention makes it possible to use the dependence of a cubic and prism strength expanded clay concrete on quartz sand using a large component binder with a further prospect of saving cement and fillers.
Структуроутворення та внутрішні напруження в монолітному цементобетоні, що твердіє
Authors: Толмачов Д.С. , Толмачов С.М.
Published: August 2024

У статті розглянуто питання впливу внутрішніх та зовнішніх факторів на властивості монолітних дорожніх цементобетонів. Показано, що основну небезпеку для бетону становить тріщиноутворення. На ранніх стадіях твердіння воно залежить від градієнта температур і величин усадки, а в період експлуатації бетону дорожніх покриттів – від величини внутрішніх напруг. У статті показано, що особливості структуроутворення в період твердіння визначають тріщиностійкість бетону та пов'язані з величиною внутрішніх напруг у бетоні. Визначено критичний градієнт температур, при якому може утворитися тріщина та тривалість цього періоду. Проведено прямі вимірювання величини внутрішньої напруги в бетоні на протязі 28 діб.
O gado que circulava: Desafios da gestão participativa de unidades de conservação nos gerais do norte de Minas
Authors: Borges Lúcio Sílvia Laine , Costa Pereira Ludivine Eloy , Ludewigs Thomas
Published: August 2024

No Cerrado, práticas tradicionais, como a pecuária de solta, estão presentes desde o século XVIII, mas ainda não foram devidamente incorporadas no debate sobre gestão participativa. Devido Ã  privatização do espaço rural e Ã  criação de unidades de conservação, as comunidades locais estão sendo "encurraladas" e até excluídas de seus espaços tradicionalmente utilizados. Haveria possibilidades de manter/adaptar a prática tradicional da pecuária de solta na Reserva de Desenvolvimento Sustentável Veredas do Acari? Quais são os entraves para o reconhecimento desta prática como parceira da conservação? O objetivo deste artigo é compreender as dificuldades locais em se implantar a gestão participativa local, assim como analisar a possível harmonização entre a pecuária de solta e os objetivos de conservação. Foi realizada uma pesquisa participativa com os atores locais. O mapeamento dos fluxos de animais nos permitiu retratar melhor o caráter dinâmico e intermitente da ocupação da RDS pelo gado. O rebanho de cada criador segue uma "rota" conhecida por eles e que não se sobrepõe entre si. Este conhecimento revela uma espécie de gestão "indireta" do território pelos criadores através do gado. As regras que regem este tipo de manejo são informais e se baseiam em acordos de cooperação entre os usuários. As entrevistas realizadas revelam as dificuldades de cooperação entre o órgão gestor da UC e os criadores de gado para construir acordos de gestão participativa. Como não reconhece as práticas dos criadores como legítimas, o órgão ambiental busca compensar as restrições de uso e proibição do fogo, diretamente ligado Ã  criação de gado, privilegiando outras atividades, como extrativismo e artesanato. Os criadores, mesmo reconhecendo o impacto causado pela pecuária de solta, atribuem os impactos mais significativos Ã s monoculturas de eucalipto. A pecuária de solta na RDS Veredas do Acari tem sido motivo de conflito entre os criadores de gado e o IEF, justamente porque há diferentes percepções sobre a responsabilidade e origem dos impactos ambientais a ela associados. No entanto, o conflito entre os criadores de gado solto e outros atores públicos e privados é mais antigo: é ligado ao estabelecimento das cercas e a privatização dos espaços de uso comum.
Sustained Release Microparticles Inhalation for Tuberculosis Treatment: Present Issues and Prospects
Authors: Siramsetty Kalyani
Published: August 2024

Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the primary cause of tuberculosis in humans, is a transmissible airborne disease. One of the most significant medical advances of the 20th century was the development of medications to cure tuberculosis. It makes sense to create strategies for administering antitubercular medications orally, or through the respiratory system. The pulmonary route lowers systemic toxicity, necessitates a lower dose, and has instantaneous drug release, first pass hepatic metabolism, and side effects. Presently, the most prevalent patterns in study aim to offer the optimal dry powders in the appropriate fraction for inhalation, which can release the medication before it is eliminated through natural mechanisms.