bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Analysis of the micro-drainage infrastructure on an avenue in the city of Aracaju-SE
Authors: Rolemberg da Silva Ramos Sarah , Suellen Alves Santos Carla , Gomes da Silva Júnior Carlos , Caetano Vieira Zacarias
Published: April 2024

The urban drainage system plays a vital role in the lives of people living in urban areas, protecting properties and citizens during heavy rainfall, preventing erosion on streets and public roads, and other benefits. To create an efficient drainage system, attention must be paid to the design, execution, and supervision of works by qualified professionals, as well as the maintenance of existing works. Because of the above, this article aims to analyze the micro-drainage infrastructure of Avenida Edélzio Vieira de Melo, in the city of Aracaju-SE. Initially, an in loco visit was made to assess the state of conservation and the presence of waste in the gutters and gutter inlet. It was observed that 51.2% of the gutter inlets are located in an undesirable way; 60.5% are partially or totally degraded and 81.4% have solid waste disposal. About the manholes, 90% are inadequately located, 80% are partially or totally degraded, and, finally, 70% are level with the sidewalk. The conclusion is that the devices need to be cleaned more frequently, and the population needs to be made more aware not to throw garbage in the street, since the presence of solid waste negatively affects the functioning of the drainage network. Finally, the location of the devices (manholes and gutter inlets) affects their efficiency, and durability and interferes with the comfort of those who use the road.
Dietary strategies for reducing symptoms associated with endometriosis: a literature review
Authors: Regina Silva Cavalcante Fabia , Caline Pereira2 Cicera , De Araújo Torres Rayanne
Published: April 2024

Endometriosis is an inflammatory pathology characterized by changes in ovarian tissue in women, of reproductive age. People with this disease present symptoms ranging from dysmenorrhea, dyspareunia, chronic pelvic pain, chronic fatigue and difficulty getting pregnant. Therefore, this study is a bibliographical review of the literature with the objective of evaluating the role of nutrition in the treatment of women diagnosed with endometriosis. Thus, the health descriptors (DeCs) used in English and Portuguese were endometriosis, woman and diet using the databases (PubMed, VHL and SciELO), using as subsidies the articles available in full, in English and Portuguese and published in the last 10 years (2013 to 2023). Finally, based on the findings, it is possible to point out the importance of adhering to a healthy diet and the relevant role of micronutrient supplementation, such as vitamins C, D, E and B12 and the minerals Zinc and Potassium, for women with endometriosis.
EURYSEMY OF WORD ULUG "BIG" IN THE KHAKASS LANGUAGE
Authors: Кичеева К.В.
Published: April 2024

Целью исследования является раскрытие широкозначности (эврисемии) слова улуг 'большой' в хакасском языке. В данной статье рассматривается проблема выделения эврисемии в лингвистике как самостоятельной лексикосемантической категории. Значительное внимание уделяется анализу общих признаков эврисемии и ее отличий от полисемии на примере слова от 'огонь'. Так, полученные результаты на материале хакасского языка подтверждают самостоятельность явления эврисемии. Исходя из основных критериев эврисемии, обосновывается широкозначность лексической единицы улуг со значением 'большой' в хакасском языке. На основании анализа собранного нами языкового материала, а также привлечения синонимичных слов данной лексемы представлена ее семантическая емкость. Материал для исследования был получен нами методом сплошной выборки из художественной литературы хакасских писателей. В результате с помощью метода компонентного анализа выявлено 10 наиболее частотных лексико-семантических вариантов слова улуг с семантикой 'большой'. Данный метод предполагает анализ значений языковых единиц через выделение основных компонентов значения. Этот ряд значений остается открытым, что вполне характерно для слов с широкой семантикой. Данная проблема в хакасском языкознании еще не получила специального исследования. Необходимо дальнейшее изучение способов перевода хакасских широкозначных слов на основе русских как эквивалентных, так и безэквивалентных соответствий, что позволит переводчикам безошибочно раскрыть их значение в контексте.

The aim of the study is to reveal the broad meaning (eurysemy) of word ulug "big" in the Khakass language. This article considers the problem of distinguishing eurysemy in linguistics as an independent lexico-semantic category. Considerable attention is paid to the analysis of common signs of eurysemy and its differences from polysemy by the example of word ot "fire". Thus, the results obtained on the material of the Khakass language confirm the independence of the eurysemy phenomenon. According to the main criteria of eurysemy, the broad meaning of lexical unit ulug with the meaning of "big" in the Khakass language is substantiated. Based on the analysis of the language material collected by us, as well as the involvement of synonymous words of this lexeme, its semantic capacity is presented. The material for the study was obtained by a continuous sampling method from fiction of Khakass writers. As a result, using the method of component analysis, 10 most frequent lexical and semantic variants of word ulug with the semantics of "big" were identified. This method involves the analysis of the meanings of linguistic units through the allocation of the main meaning components. This set of meanings remains open, which is quite typical for words with broad semantics. This issue in Khakass linguistics has not yet received a special study. Further, it is necessary to study the ways of translating Khakass broad-valued words based on Russian equivalent and non-equivalent correspondences, which will allow translators to accurately reveal their meaning in context.
GENRE FEATURES OF THE FAMILY-RITUAL SONG YOR-YOR
Authors: Абдурахманова Ф.Э.
Published: April 2024

В музыкальном наследии отражение жизни и быта народа представлено многранностью тематики и разнообразием жанров. Народные старинные песни важны своей историко-культурной и художественно-эстетической ценностью. Песни Ёр-ёр являются наиболее распространенным практическим жанром музыкального фольклора узбекского народа. В исполнении ёр-ёр есть строгий порядок, основанный на требованиях соответствия традиции свадебного процесса. Песни ёр-ёр исполняются только женщинами на свадебной церемонии. Они имеют различия по стилю, исполнению, содержанию и форме. Поскольку между фольклорными произведениями наблюдаются межжанровые связи, сходство отчетливо ощущается в художественности и структуре песен улан и ёр-ёр. Иногда они поются иначе, плачущим тоном, как шаманские песнопения.

In the musical heritage, the reflection of the life and way of life of the people is represented by the versatility of themes and the variety of genres. Folk old songs are important for their historical, cultural, artistic and aesthetic value. Yor- Yor songs are the most common practical genre of the Uzbek people's musical folklore. In the performance of Yor- Yor, there is a strict order based on the requirements of the wedding process tradition. Yor-Yor songs are performed only by women at the wedding ceremony. They have differences in style, singing, content and form. Since inter-genre connections are observed between folklore works, the similarity is clearly felt in the artistry and structure of Ulan and Yor-Yor songs. Sometimes, they are sung differently, in a crying tone, just like shamanic chants.
CHARACTERISTICS OF BAKSHY REPERTOIRE AND PERFORMING SKILLS (ON THE EXAMPLE OF THE KHWARAZMIAN EPIC)
Authors: Сабирова Н.Э.
Published: April 2024

В данной статье анализируется роль слова и музыки в героических сказаниях Хорезма. Традиция пения эпоса веками передавалась из поколения в поколение, а талантливые бахши постоянно совершенствовали ее. Импровизаторский талант исполнителя всегда реализуется в рамках эпической традиции. Каждая мелодия имеет особое название, поэтому запоминание мелодий накладывает большую ответственность на бахши, его репертуар и исполнительское мастерство. Кроме того, бахши должен иметь веру и энергию. Суяв Бахши Мухаммад Рахим- хан из Хорезма пел эпос «Эрогли» в Соний-Феруз 21 ночь, Амин Бахши из Пояра исполнял эпос «Алпомиш» три месяца и в настоящее время это уже кажется мифом, когда сказительское творчество угасает. В статье рассматривается мастерство исполнителя, не владеющего секретами эпической поэзии, и как это отражается в композиции эпоса.

This article analyzes the role of words and music in the heroic tales of Khwarazm. The tradition of singing epic has been passed down from generation to generation for centuries, and talented bakhshys have constantly improved it. A performer's improvisational talent is always realized within the framework of the epic tradition. Each melody has a special name, so memorizing melodies imposes a great responsibility on a bakhshy, his repertoire and performing skills. In addition, a bakhshy must have faith and energy. Suyav Bakhshy Muhammad Rahim Khan from Khwarazm was singing epic "Erogli" in Sonii-Feruz for all 21 nights long, Amin Bakhshy from Poyar was performing epic "Alpomish" for three months, and now it already seems like a myth, when storytelling is fading. The article considers mastery of a performer, who does not know the secrets of epic poetry, and how it is reflected in the composition of epic.
RESCUE ARCHAEOLOGICAL WORK OF THE INSTITUTE OF ARCHAEOLOGY AND ETHNOGRAPHY OF THE SIBERIAN BRANCH OF THE RUSSIAN ACADEMY OF SCIENCES IN THE SAGAI STEPPE IN 2023
Authors: Тимощенко А.А. , Выборнов А.В. , Давыдов Р.В. , Мамаева А.К. , Морозов А.А. , Долганов В.А. , Половников И.С.
Published: April 2024

В статье дается краткий обзор исследований Аскизской археологической экспедиции ИАЭТ СО РАН в 2023 г. в зоне строительства второго пути железной дороги Междуреченск - Тайшет. Спасательные полевые работы проведены на площади погребальных и стояночных комплексов Южно-Минусинской котловины в левобережной долине Абакана от разъезда Чартыковский до станции Камышта. В 2023 г. изучен курган тагарской и тесинской культур Чартыковский-2, часть крупного могильника периода поздней бронзы Станция Камышта-7 и нарушенная часть небольшой стоянки периода поздней бронзы - этнографической современности Станция Камышта-6.

The article provides a brief overview of the research of the Askiz archaeological expedition of the Institute of Archaeology and Ethnography of the Siberian Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences in 2023 in the construction zone of the second track of the Mezhdurechensk-Taishet railway. Rescue field work was carried out on the area of the burial and settlement complexes of the Southern-Minusinsk Basin in the left-bank valley of the Abakan River from the Chartykov crossing to the Kamyshta Station. In 2023, the researchers studied mounds of the Tagar and Tes cultures in Chartykov-2 site, part of a large burial ground of the Late Bronze Age in Kamyshta-7 Station and the destroyed part of a small settlement site of the Late Bronze Age - ethnographic modernity of Kamyshta-6 Station.
THE TOKHARS - ARE THE OLDEST INDO-EUROPEANS IN EURASIA?
Authors: Ситнянский Г.Ю.
Published: April 2024

Древнейшими индоевропейскими насельниками Евразийского пространства, под которым автор понимает территории России и прилегающих к ней восточнославянских государств и Великой Степи, как представляется, следует признать носителей тохарских языков, которые отделились от общеиндоевропейского этнического массива не позднее V тыс. до н. э., скорее всего, на территории Передней Азии или в каких-то евразийских регионах, в европейской или азиатской части Великой Степи, и широко расселились как по Евразийскому пространству, так и за его пределы, в Передней, Центральной и Восточной Азии. Вопрос о принадлежности тех или иных археологических культур к прототохарским остается дискуссионным, на территории Евразийского пространства, предположительно, тохарскими те или иные авторы считают не менее десятка разных культур. При этом есть основания полагать, что прототохары произошли от зарзийской культуры (Передняя Азия, XVI—VI тыс. до н. э.), а на территории Евразийского пространства наиболее вероятна тохарская принадлежность афанасьевской культуры. Также с большой долей вероятности можно считать тохарами гутиев (Месопотамия, конец III тыс. до н. э.) и больших юэчжи (они же кушаны, Средняя Азия, II в. до н. э. - IV в. н. э.). Как бы то ни было, носители тохарских языков во времена, предшествовавшие появлению на исторической арене индоиранских культур, а отчасти и позже очень широко расселялись по Евразийскому пространству.

The oldest Indo-European inhabitants of the Eurasian space, which the author refers to the territories of Russia and the adjacent East Slavic states and the Great Steppe, it seems, are apparently native speakers of the Tokharian languages, who separated from the pan-Indo-European ethnic array no later than the 5th millennium BC, most likely in the territory of Near Asia or in some Eurasian regions, in the European or Asian part of the Great Steppe, and widely settled both across the Eurasian space and beyond - in the Near, Central and Eastern Asia. The question of whether certain archaeological cultures belong to Proto-Tokharian ones is still debatable; in the territory of the Eurasian space, some or other authors consider at least a dozen different cultures to be Tokharian. At the same time, there is a reason to believe that the Proto-Tokhars are descended from the Zarzian culture (Near Asia, 16th-6th thousand BC), and on the territory of the Eurasian space, the Tokharian belonging to the Afanasev culture is most likely. Besides, with great probability, we can consider the Guti (Mesopotamia, the end of the 3rd millennium BC) and the Great Yuezhi (also known as the Kushans, Central Asia, 2nd century BC - 4th century AD) to be the Tokhars. Anyway, native speakers of the Tokharian languages settle very widely across the Eurasian space in the times preceding the appearance of the Indo-Iranian cultures on the historical arena, and rather later.
Tackling the Beast – How to Assess Scope 3 Emissions
Authors: Höber Lukas , Rotter Anja , Friedmann Michael
Published: April 2024

The transparent and valid measurement of Scope 3 emissions (indirectly caused emissions upstream and downstream) represents one of the greatest challenges for companies during their sustainable transformation. In order to assess the current performance of a company and to derive the necessary action steps, it is essential to have the best possible knowledge of the current emissions. However, especially in the area of Scope 3, companies are dependent on external information and are not in a position to independently determine the ecological footprints of upstream purchased materials, products and services and the downstream emissions caused by products and services sold. This publication provides an overview of current main challenges and complexities deriving from the assessment of Scope 3 emissions and highlights the most suitable approaches to achieve best possible results.
Users' Impact on Buildings' Energy Performance Gap
Authors: Berger Christiane , Mahdavi Ardeshir
Published: April 2024

Prior to implementation of new building (or building retrofit) projects, buildings' future energy demand is regularly predicted for certification or optimisation purposes. However, there is often a deviation between the projected and actual energy use during buildings' operation. A number of different factors can contribute to this mismatch that is typically referred to as energy performance gap (EPG). These could be due to uncertainties regarding weather conditions, buildings' systems, construction, and geometry. Specifically, issues regarding occupants' behaviour and related control actions have recently been suggested to be a major cause for the EPG. However, evidence for such a claim is not conclusive. In this context, this contribution explores the impact of occupants' control-oriented behaviour (e.g., interactions with buildings' control components and systems, such as opening or closing windows or adjusting thermostats) on buildings' energy performance. The present contribution entails critical reflections on these issues. Moreover, strategies are discussed that could balance occupants' control opportunities and energy efficiency targets.
Optimizing Heat Pump Operation of Residential Buildings Using Calibrated R-C and Deep Learning Models and Electricity Costs Forecasts
Authors: Hernandez-Cruz Pablo , Escudero-Revilla César , Cordeiro-Costas Moisés , Erkoreka-Gonzalez Aitor , Giraldo-Soto Catalina , Pérez-Orozco Raquel , Eguía-Oller Pablo
Published: April 2024

The aim of this research is to improve the efficiency of energy systems using the mass of the building as thermal storage. We present a case study of a residential building, in which a detailed monitoring system was installed to measure, among other parameters, the electricity consumption, the indoor air quality, and the operation of the heating system, consisting on a Heat Pump (HP) and a radiant floor. Based on the data collected, both a lumped parameter model (R-C Model) and a Deep Learning (DL) Model have been calibrated to simulate the apartment analyzed. Both models provide a significantly accurate simulation of the apartment under real operating conditions. Then, using the simulation models, different operation scenarios have been analyzed. One of the scenarios considers the thermal inertia of the apartment and the electricity costs forecast to optimize the operation of the HP. Within this scenario, energy savings up to a 35.1%, and electricity costs savings up to a 47.3%, may be achieved during a winter season, when compared to the standardized operation of the HP.
Evaluation of a Local Heating Network Supplied by a Pyrolysis Plant
Authors: Schölles Michael , Bier Harald , Nienborg Björn
Published: April 2024

In order to mitigate climate change, a wide range of negative emission technologies, such as pyrolytic carbon capture and storage, must be used in the future. This study therefore examines a specific application example for the energy supply with a pyrolysis plant that is operated with locally available biomass in the smallest district of the city of Freiburg. It is shown that such a supply concept is feasible and that the economic efficiency of the supply concept depends on the system output as well as the amount of local biomass and the revenues from the sale of the biochar. Of the six pyrolysis plants examined, two proved to be a promising alternative to the current wood chip boiler. By switching to an energy supply with a pyrolysis plant, the district could save several hundred tons of CO2 per year. The resulting total negative emissions would amount to almost 1200 tons of CO2 per year.
A Case Study of Nine Post-Hydrocarbon Ready Homes
Authors: Harrall Jeremy , Ianakiev Anton , Miles Nicholas
Published: April 2024

A typical 2bed dwelling at Howgate Close, after 16months of occupation, has a daily average energy bill of 10pence/day/dwelling [1] It is proffered that Howgate Close may be the most energy efficient group of dwellings of its type, in the UK [2].
Howgate Close is a residential neighbourhood of nine single storey dwellings, operating free of fossil fuels, they are post-hydrocarbon ready. The development is located in Nottinghamshire, UK, and was completed in June 2022.
All nine homes are a net annual generator of surplus renewable energy, with little to no heating demand. Six of the nine homes remain naturally heated, with no resort to the electric underfloor heating system. Exceptionally high levels of energy efficiency have been achieved with third-party verification, the As-Built SAP Rating of 143A [3] Such a rating places these homes in the top 0.01% of the 12million registered UK Energy Performance Certificate‘s (EPC) [4].
This paper provides a building Case Study that evidences performance standards making comparisons with the UK Building Regulation Compliance Standards [5] Howgate Close’s exceptional energy efficiency can be described as an aggregation of marginal gains [6] This paper is a prelude to more forensic analysis of Howgate’s in-use building performance, with the installation more advanced monitoring equipment in May 2024 for a period of two years.
EWI Pro, Dr Harrall and Nottingham Trent University (NTU) are to undertake further data dissemination, providing a more forensic Howgate Case Study for ISEC 2025.
O arquivo e a biblioteca da Academia Brasileira de Letras
Authors: Rodrigues João Paulo Coelho de Souza
Published: April 2024

O centro do Rio de Janeiro, apesar de seu caos característico de grande centro urbano, ainda conserva, ao contrário da cidade de São Paulo, muito de seu aspecto do início do século. Muitos são os prédios – e até mesmo algumas ruas – que sobreviveram às demolições e reformas empreendidas ao longo das décadas.
Possibilidades de diálogo
Authors: Martins Ana paula Vosne
Published: April 2024

Este artigo discute a questão das relações entre os conceitos de classe e gênero para a análise histórica. A partir dos debates entre marxistas e feministas e da influência do trabalho historiográfico de Thompson para a escrita da história social das mulheres, o objetivo é entender algumas das críticas endereçadas a Thompson sobre a experiência feminina no processo histórico da formação da classe operária, bem como discutir de que modo as relações de gênero estão presentes em alguns trabalhos mais recentes de Thompson.
Treewilding
Authors: Robinson Jake
Published: April 2024

As we clear millions of hectares of forests globally, the challenge of restoring these precious ecosystems becomes ever more pressing. The stakes are high: a staggering 95% of Earth’s land could succumb to degradation by 2050. While the task might appear straightforward – simply plant millions of trees – the reality is far more perplexing. Haphazard tree-planting in unsuitable locations can wreak havoc on ecosystems and jeopardise the livelihoods of local communities. The surge of interest in restoring forests has ushered in a wave of greenwashing, where deceptive environmental marketing and scientific mishaps undermine genuine efforts. Yet this new focus also brings forth a plethora of solutions and many rays of hope. Amidst such a complex landscape, cutting-edge science and Indigenous knowledge together can redefine our understanding in a way that not only helps regenerate nature but also allows human communities to thrive. This original, topical and engaging book navigates the intricate web of forest restoration. It reveals how a nuanced approach is required – one that integrates the latest scientific advancements (for instance in microbial ecology, acoustic technology and epigenetics), Indigenous leadership and a holistic understanding of the interconnectedness of life within these vital ecosystems. Treewilding asks us to reflect on our relationship with trees and how we must see the woods (complex social and ecological systems) for the wood (timber) – a realisation that is perhaps the biggest ‘secret’ to restoring nature.
The Determinants of Financial Holding Company’s Profitability in Taiwan
Authors: Chanthalasy VAENTHONG Chanthalasy VAENTHONG , Chanthalasy VAENTHONG Jian-Hsin CHOU , Jian-Hsin CHOU Chao-Hui YEH
Published: April 2024

This paper aims to investigate the determinants of profitability of Financial Holding Company’s (FHC) based on the panel data of thirteen listed firms in Taiwan Stock Exchange. This study uses the data for the period from 2007 to 2017. To verify the efficiency of empirical results, the ordinary least squares (OLS) method in SPSS software is used to examine the relationship between internal and external factors and FHC’s profitability, which is measured by Return on Asset (ROA) in this study.

The empirical results indicate that all variables in micro and macro-determinants in this study will significantly affect FHCs’ profitability. More precisely, in micro-determinants, there is a significantly positive relationship between the asset size, the total deposit to liability ratio and ROA. However, the relationship between total debt ratio, operation expenses to net sales ratio and ROA are significantly negative. In addition, in macro-determinants, the study concludes that the USD to NTD exchange rate, Gross Domestic Product, and money supply will have a significantly positive relationship with ROA.

 
是人還不是人？不同病毒擬人化手法對恐懼感與行為意圖之影響：以調節焦點作為干擾變數
Authors: 張榮華 張榮華 , 黃麗芬 黃麗芬 , 王珊彗 王珊彗
Published: April 2024

Covid-19在短時間內透過口沫傳染迅速傳播導致了許多國家經濟大亂、恐慌並引起了人民的恐慌。病毒帶來的威脅性與高風險傳染使得人心惶惶更加恐懼且公衛宣導效果不彰。本研究欲以病毒外觀擬人化與人類外觀擬人化探討不同類型的擬人化會如何對恐懼感以及行為意圖產生影響，同時探討調節焦點對病毒擬人化之恐懼感影響。本研究採用實驗法進行，病毒擬人化 (病毒外觀擬人化vs人類外觀擬人化)之單因子實驗設計，有效樣本為191份，干擾變數調節焦點為量表檢測調節焦點類型。結果為人類外觀擬人化較容易引起高度恐懼感且對於行為意圖會有較顯著之影響。最後當自我調節焦點為促進型焦點，人類外觀擬人化會引起較高程度之恐懼感則與本研究之預期走向相反。以上結果期許可以用於未來公衛宣導以及學術研究上能有進一步之探討上有所幫助。

 

In a short period, Covid-19 rapidly spread through droplet transmission, causing economic turmoil and panic in many countries, leading to widespread fear among the public. The threatening and highly contagious nature of the virus intensified people’s anxiety, and public health campaigns showed limited effectiveness. This study aims to explore how different types of anthropomorphism, the appearance with human traits and the appearance with virus traits, impact sense of fear and behavioral intentions. Additionally, the study investigates the moderating effect of regulatory focus on the fear induced by anthropomorphizing the virus. The research adopts a single-factor experimental design (virus appearance: appearance with human traits vs. appearance with virus traits). The study includes 191 valid samples, with regulatory focus as the moderating variable, measured by a scale to identify the type of regulatory focus. Results indicate that human anthropomorphism is more likely to evoke a high level of sense of fear and significantly influence behavioral intentions. Unexpectedly, when the regulatory focus is promotion-oriented, human anthropomorphism causes a higher level of fear, contrary to the anticipated direction of the study. These findings are expected to contribute to future public health campaigns and academic research by providing insights for further exploration.

 
增補靈芝萃取物對運動表現與運動後免疫功能及氧化壓力之影響
Authors: 李婷婷 李婷婷 , 林泉寶 林泉寶 , 柯柏任 柯柏任 , Bo-Jen Ko 簡鸝慧
Published: April 2024

民眾或免疫力低落的族群很盛行使用靈芝作為健康營養補充品，但將靈芝應用於運動競技選手提升運動表現、預防運動訓練過後的免疫空窗期所造成感染風險及提升個體免疫功能與減少氧化壓力，靈芝增補的效果目前還尚未有許多研究證實。本研究經文獻統整後發現，補給靈芝對於運動表現的影響尚不明確，但對減緩運動所導致的疲勞以及運動後的恢復有所幫助。在動物實驗中顯示增補靈芝可提高動物的免疫功能進而降低染疫的風險，亦能提高整體抗氧化能力，減緩因衰竭運動所造成的氧化傷害。而在人體實驗中，靈芝增補對於虛弱族群及老年人在運動表現及抗疲勞上有幫助，但在年輕族群或是運動員身上則無法增進運動表現。

 

Ganoderma lucidum is a popular nutritional supplement used by the public for health purposes or by individuals with low immunity. While it has been applied among sports athletes to potentially improve performance, reduce the risk of infection following intense training, and enhance immune function and post-exercise oxidative stress, the specific effects of Ganoderma lucidum supplementation remain unconfirmed. This study aims to explore the impact of Ganoderma lucidum supplementation on sports performance. While the definitive effects are not yet clear, preliminary findings suggest it may help alleviate exercise-induced fatigue and facilitate in post-exercise recovery. Animal experiments have demonstrated that supplementing Ganoderma lucidum can enhance immune function, thereby reducing the risk of infection, and improve antioxidant capacity to mitigate oxidative damage caused by strenuous exercise.

 
自行車極限挑戰行為影響分析-自我決定理論與計畫行為理論之整合運用
Authors: 陳南淇 陳南淇 , Nan-Chi Chen 高俊杰 , 李育齊 李育齊
Published: April 2024

目的：本研究以自我決定理論與計畫行為理論為基礎，探究自行車極限挑戰活動參與者行為之影響因素及各變項間因果關係。方法：本研究以自行車騎乘里程數一天至少達200公里之自行車參與者為研究對象。研究工具為基本心理需求、計畫行為理論及其騎乘行為問卷。有效樣本共計 463位，所得資料以路徑分析進行分析，檢視本研究模式適配度與影響效果，本研究使用 IBM SPSS AMOS 22.0 統計套裝軟體進行資料分析，並以.05作為統計顯著水準。結果：本研究之測量分析模式與實際資料整體適配度尚佳，自行車極限挑戰參與者之基本心理需求對態度、主觀規範與知覺行為控制存在顯著正向的影響；基本心理需求、態度、知覺行為控制對意圖有顯著正向的影響；知覺行為控制、意圖對行為有顯著正向的影響；最後，態度與知覺行為控制在基本心理需求與意圖間扮演中介角色。結論：自行車極限挑戰選手基本心理需求滿足可提昇意圖；正向積極態度、知覺行為控制，以及內、外在資源掌控程度愈高可增進行為涉入。建議考量提昇選手身、心理、技能之訓練策略，設置友善優質的訓練環境、設施以強化選手對於內、外在資源之掌控力。

 

Purpose: On the basis of the self-determination theory and theory of planned behavior, this study explored the factors influencing participant’s behavior in extreme bicycle challenges as well as the relationships between these factors. Methods: Participants who engaged in extreme bicycle challenges and covered a minimum distance of 200 km per day were recruited. A questionnaire that focused on basic psychological needs, the theory of planned behavior, and cycling behavior was employed as the research instrument. In total, 463 valid samples were retrieved, and a path analysis of the collected data was conducted to assess the fit and effect of the research model. Data analysis was performed using the IBM SPSS Amos 22.0 statistical software, with the significance level set at .05. Results: The measurement analysis model exhibited a favorable overall fit with the actual data. The basic psychological needs of participants in extreme bicycle challenges had significant and positive effects on their attitude, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control. Basic psychological needs, attitude, and perceived behavioral control had significant and positive effects on intention. In addition, perceived behavioral control and intention had significant and positive effects on behavior. Finally, attitude and perceived behavioral control mediated the relationship between basic psychological needs and intention. Conclusion: Meeting the basic psychological needs of extreme cycling athletes may enhance their intention to participate. A positive and proactive attitude, perceived behavioral control, and higher levels of internal and external resource control can promote behavioral involvement. Therefore, we recommend training strategies that enhance the physical, psychological, and skill-related dimensions of athletes; the establishment of a friendly and high-quality training environment; and the use of facilities that help athletes to strengthen their control over their internal and external resources.

 
體感式電玩結合高強度間歇運動之可行性策略研究-對不同年齡層之有氧能力與運動情緒之探討
Authors: 林書丞 林書丞 , 沈泓誠 沈泓誠 , 李景瑜 李景瑜 , 王春娘 王春娘 , 王嘉吉 王嘉吉
Published: April 2024

目的：探討體感式電玩結合高強度間歇運動對不同年齡層之血乳酸、心跳率、運動負荷量與運動情緒之效果。方法：本研究以有規律運動習慣之8位成年人與8位高齡者為研究對象，採橫斷面研究設計，並執行以任天堂switch健身環大冒險遊戲所設計之運動，進行8組20秒，強度為盡最大努力，每組間隔休息30秒，總時間為380秒。於運動前、運動中與運動後5分鐘、10分鐘檢測血乳酸、心跳率、運動自覺量表與運動情緒，計算運動負荷量，並以二因子混合設計分析收集數據，並計算效果量。結果：1. 血乳酸：兩組的血乳酸皆超過4 mmol/L，顯示運動強度達高強度，且成年人在運動中第4、8趟與運動後5、10分鐘皆顯著高於高齡者；2. 心跳率：運動期間，兩組的心跳率皆超過85%最大心跳率推估值，而成年人顯著高於高齡者；3. 運動負荷量：兩組間客觀與主觀的運動負荷量皆無顯著差異；4. 運動情緒：兩組在運動情緒之活力與疲勞分數上皆無顯著差異。結論：成年人和高齡者皆可利用體感式電玩搭配高強度間歇運動達到預期的高強度運動負荷，故可作為運動課程編排參考，以達到運動多元化。

 

Purpose: This study aimed to investigate the effects of combining exergaming with high-intensity interval exercise (HIIE) on blood lactate levels, heart rate, exercise load, and mood state in different age groups. Methods: A cross-sectional study design was employed, and 8 young adults and 8 older adults, all with regular exercise habits, were recruited. The participants executed a HIIE program using the Nintendo Switch fitness ring adventure, comprising 8 sets of 20-second maximum-effort intervals followed by 30 second of rest, totaling 380 seconds of exercise. Blood lactate levels, heart rate, rating of perceived exertion (RPE) scale, and profile of mood states (POMS) were assessed before, during, and 5 and 10 minutes after the exercise. Exercise load was calculated based on the collected data. The data were analyzed using a two-way mixed-design analysis of variance. Results: 1. Blood lactate levels: The concentration of blood lactate in both groups showed an increase over 4 mmol/L during HIIE program, indicating the high exercise intensity. The young adult group exhibited significantly higher blood lactate levels than the older adult group at the 4th, 8th exercise bouts, and 5 and 10 minutes after exercise. 2. Heart rate: During the exercise, heart rates of both groups exceeded 85% of the estimated maximum heart rate (HRmax), with significantly higher rates observed in the young adult group compared to the older adult group. 3. Exercise load: There were no significant differences in objective (%HRmax) and subjective (RPE scores) exercise load between the groups. 4. Mood state: Both groups showed no significant differences in vigor and fatigue scores on the POMS. Conclusion: To diversify exercise options, combining exergaming with HIIE when designing an exercise program could be an option in both young and older individuals.

 
TUC City Profile: León, Mexico
Authors: Guerra Flávia , Caldera-Ortega Alex , Tagle Zamora Daniel , Zubicaray Gorka , Adame Acoyani , Roll Michael , Turmena Lucas
Published: April 2024

Economic dynamism has been maintained at the expense of rising socio-environmental issues in León, namely the deterioration of air and water quality, the overexploitation of groundwater sources, soil erosion and contamination, deforestation, loss of biodiversity, urban sprawl and inequality. These issues contribute to, and are worsened by, climate change. Climate governance in León began to materialize in the early 2010s, largely emulating the state’s legal and institutional framework. It has since progressed incrementally with each municipal administration. Nevertheless, mainstreaming of the climate agenda is hampered by several factors, including lack of effective coordination across government bodies and insufficient funding. Climate change mitigation projects implemented in León have mostly been aimed at addressing sectoral urban problems, only contributing to reducing emissions implicitly and marginally. Changing this trend requires all urban actors to explicitly integrate climate goals in their agendas and implement them collaboratively. León’s civil society has increasingly denounced social and environmental injustices associated with both public and private projects. It demands greater participation in urban decisions around topics such as air quality and transport, water, green public spaces and urban reforestation, and gender – all of which could be entry points for transformative climate action.
TUC City Profile: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Authors: Guerra Flávia , Merlinsky Gabriela , Hardoy Jorgelina , Kozak Daniel , Roll Michael , Melina Tobías , Pereira Pablo
Published: April 2024

While it is the jurisdiction with the highest per capita gross domestic product (GDP) in Argentina, there are historically marked differences in socioeconomic levels and socio-environmental conditions between the north and the south of the city of Buenos Aires. The effects of climate change are intertwined with those of economic globalization, a process of “double exposure” that disproportionately affects particular social groups and areas in the city. Slums and informal settlements in Buenos Aires are growing in size. Most face significant resource and infrastructure deficits, as well as high flood risk, and are thus highly vulnerable to the effects of a changing climate. Tackling climate change in Buenos Aires requires integrated adaptation and mitigation approaches that put the most vulnerable at the centre. The ongoing socio-urban integration processes in informal settlements represent opportunities to rethink and territorialize climate action from an integrated habitat perspective. Since the early 2000s, Buenos Aires has built a robust track record of climate policy, including a climate change law and three Climate Action Plans (PACs). The city has also long been a hotbed for social movements, with a recent resurgence of “the right to the city,” defined as the right of urban dwellers to build, decide and create the city. This provides fertile ground for climate justice narratives and transformative climate action to take root. More than half of the city’s GHG emissions come from the consumption of grid electricity and fuels in buildings, mostly natural gas. Multilevel and intersectoral articulation of public policies are key to advance the climate agenda at the city level, particularly in light of limited urban authority over the electricity sector. Sustainability transformations in Buenos Aires could also be enabled by strengthening the existing capacity development efforts of particular local actors to raise climate awareness; connecting and amplifying emerging community-led initiatives that showcase transformative climate action; and clarifying financial flows as a way to stimulate climate financing.
TUC Urban Lab Profile: Barrio 20, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Authors: Guerra Flávia , Nesprias Julia , Ramos-Galvez Alejandra , Turmena Lucas , Sandholz Simone , Roll Michael , Hardoy Jorgelina , Almansi Florencia , Ochagavía Macarena
Published: April 2024

After more than two years in operation, the challenges and key achievements of the TUC Urban Lab established in Barrio 20 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, provide valuable lessons for sustaining ongoing activities, accelerating broader transformations and guiding similar efforts elsewhere: 1. INTEGRATING CLIMATE ACTION WITH EXISTING PARTICIPATORY PROCESSES: The UL Barrio 20 took off relatively fast by capitalizing on pre-existing structures and political buy-in, fostering collaboration and maintaining flexibility, especially in the face of differing perspectives. Leveraging the established participatory governance framework of the ongoing PIRU facilitated the introduction of a climate lens. 2. SHIFTING MINDSETS AND GOVERNANCE APPROACHES: The transformative potential of integrating climate action and urban development, particularly in informal settlements like Barrio 20, hinges on localizing the climate agenda and co-creating an understanding rooted in local priorities. Shifting climate change-related mindsets and governance approaches requires acknowledging and bridging different knowledge types and experiences, and fostering an awareness around benefits that resonate with the community. 3. SUSTAINING AND SCALING TRANSFORMATIVE PROCESSES AND OUTCOMES: Efforts to initiate, sustain and scale transformation must recognize and address the multifaceted and burdensome nature of participation, cultivate new capacities and leaderships and promote policy reforms with systemic impact. Sharing successes within and beyond Barrio 20 is vital, as is securing financial compensation for the community and navigating administrative turnovers to ensure the long-term sustainability of these initiatives.
Primary medullary adenocarcinoma of the colon: Literature review and case series
Authors: Maung Hein , Gregory Oliver , De Hoog Thomas , Hutchinson Matthew , Beh Soh Pith , Marino Matthew , Evans Tobias , Yeoh Adrian , C Turner Richard
Published: April 2024

Aims: Medullary carcinoma of the colon is a rare subtype of adenocarcinoma, first described in 1999. Clinically known to have a favorably prognosis in comparison to poorly differentiated cancers, it is invariably associated with mismatch gene repair. This is an observational study of Hobart’s patient population with medullary cancer, and compares data with the current literature.

Methods: We performed a search of the pathological database at our institution for medullary adenocarcinomas between the years of 2016 and 2023 and reviewed their clinical information to collect all relevant data including patient history, hospital admissions, surgery and clinic visits. We then performed a literature search using PubMed for search terms medullary cancer/carcinoma of the colon/colorectum.

Results: Eleven patients were found in our database, 34 papers in the literature (19 retrospective cohort studies and 13 case reports). 81.8% (vs. 73.22% in cohort studies) were females. 8/11 patients had lymphovascular invasion (LVI) with 2/11 patients had perineural involvement (PNI). The immunohistochemistry (IHC) results showed that in all (11/11) patients’ tumors, there was a loss of MLH1 and PMS2 proteins, while MSH2 and MSH6 proteins were present. Cohort studies demonstrated 302/1897 (15.92%) patients had perineural invasion (PNI) with 1133/2151 (52.67%) demonstrating LVI. MLH1 testing was available for 192 patients, with 93.75% having loss of MLH1.

Conclusion: Our cohort of medullary cancer patients was similar to that in the literature, with regard to demographic, staging, and tumor characteristics. A longer follow-up time is required for our cohort to produce comparable survival outcomes.
Osteítis fibrosa quística como manifestación clínica de hiperparatiroidismo secundario
Authors: Nieva Flórez Andrea Carolina , Vallejo Serna Raúl Andrés , Murcia Caicedo Javier Camilo
Published: April 2024

Introducción: los tumores pardos son una forma localizada de osteítis fibrosa quística, complicación no neoplásica del hiperparatiroidismo (HPT), histológicamente caracterizada por la sustitución de osteocitos por tejido fibroso, secundaria a la activación de osteoclastos. Estas lesiones pueden aparecer en cualquier parte del esqueleto, con mayor frecuencia en los huesos largos y con menor frecuencia en arcos costales, pelvis y huesos faciales. Sin embargo, muchos de los pacientes que presentan este tipo de lesiones en localizaciones inusuales son tratados incorrectamente desde el comienzo, por lo que se pierde la oportunidad de inicio temprano del manejo.
Objetivo: contribuir a la concientización de esta manifestación para lograr identificar, diagnosticar y abordar temprano este grupo de pacientes para disminuir el riesgo de complicaciones.
Presentación del caso: paciente de 22 años con enfermedad renal crónica (ERC), hiperparatiroidismo secundario refractario y lesión expansiva palatina que configura una osteítis fibrosa de localización inusual en la que se dio manejo quirúrgico con paratiroidectomía subtotal, la cual resultó insuficiente para el manejo del HPT avanzado de la paciente y sus complicaciones, por lo que se propone una nueva intervención.
Discusión: en pacientes con ERC se altera la síntesis de calcitriol y la reabsorción de calcio como consecuencia de la pérdida de masa renal. Ante esto, se presenta un incremento en la actividad paratiroidea que busca regular los niveles séricos de calcio y fósforo mediante la síntesis de HPT, estimulando la resorción ósea que, al ser persistente, conlleva al desarrollo de la osteítis fibrosa quística, una de las manifestaciones de la enfermedad mineral ósea, complicación sistémica del HPT.
Conclusión: los tumores pardos se presentan como consecuencia de estados de HPT avanzado. Por esto, resulta importante la educación del personal médico respecto al HPT en ERC y el reconocimiento de sus complicaciones para favorecer el diagnóstico y tratamiento temprano.
Does job satisfaction mediate the relationship between corporate social responsibility and employee organizational citizenship behavior? Evidence from the hotel industry in Vietnam
Authors: Vu Van Vien , Nguyen Phuong Mai , Hoang Van Hao
Published: April 2024

In the current corporate landscape, firms are confronted with a multitude of demands and pressures from diverse stakeholders with employees being the foremost and most crucial group. Developing a competitive advantage for the company requires attracting and maintaining employee engagement especially their participation in extra-role activities. The employment of corporate social responsibility (CSR) as a strategy for attracting and keeping talented employees helps businesses gain a competitive edge. In this regard, this paper investigates the relationship between corporate social responsibility (CSR) and employee organizational citizenship behavior (OCB) with job satisfaction as a mediating factor. We adopted stakeholder theory and social exchange theory to develop a research framework with five elements of CSR influencing OCB through job satisfaction. A self-administered survey was conducted to gather data from employees who work in the Vietnamese hotel industry. We received 375 valid responses after five months using convenient sampling methods. The structural equation modeling (SEM) analysis was run in SmartPLS to test the proposed hypotheses. The results of our study showed that the only CSR that directly impacts OCB is CSR towards the environment; CSR towards customers, CSR towards the community and CSR towards the environment all indirectly impact OCB through the mediation of job satisfaction.  Based on the findings, we recommended that hotels regularly share CSR initiatives with staff members in order to encourage them to participate in extracurricular activities at work.
Arañas en cultivos de lechuga con cilantro como planta acompañante
Authors: Fernández Acevedo Victoria , Armendano Andrea
Published: April 2024

Objetivo. Este estudio busca relevar la composición, abundancia, gremios, variaciones estacionales y diversidad de arañas en cultivos de lechuga con cilantro como planta acompañante. Materiales y métodos. Realizado en invernaderos con cobertura plástica y riego por goteo, el cultivo de lechuga, con cilantro como acompañante, fue muestreado en las cuatro estaciones del año, cuando alcanzaba tamaño comercial y el cilantro estaba en floración. Se aplicaron análisis de diversidad basados en el índice de Shannon-Wiener (H) con pruebas estadísticas de t de Hutcheson, determinando la estructura de gremios presentes. Resultados. Se identificaron ocho familias de arañas, las Linyphiidae (41%) y Thomisidae (27%) fueron las más abundantes, con Araneidae (10%) y Anyphaenidae (10%) también presentes. Durante todo el año se recolectaron arañas en las parcelas tratamiento, con mayor riqueza de especies en invierno (H=0.36). En las parcelas control sólo se recolectaron ejemplares en otoño y verano, siendo Thomisidae las únicas recolectadas en primavera. Las arañas cazadoras predominaron (87%), con diversidad consistente en otoño y verano, independientemente de las plantas acompañantes. En estaciones frías, las arañas estuvieron sólo en parcelas con acompañantes, lo que destaca su potencial función en el control biológico. Conclusión. Los resultados obtenidos refuerzan la relevancia de adoptar estrategias de manejo integrado de plagas (MIP), impulsando la presencia de enemigos naturales como las arañas, lo que contribuye a prácticas agrícolas más sostenibles y respetuosas con el medioambiente.
On the existence of positive solutions of some nonlocal elliptic problems involving fractional p–Laplacian operator
Authors: Djidel Omar , Rezaoui Med-Salem
Published: April 2024

Our aim in this paper is to analyze the existence of solutions to a nonlocal elliptic problem involving the fractional Laplacian operator. These operators are utilized to solve an equation defined within a bounded domain  in . The operator  is a fractional Laplacian , where  with the condition  and  is a non-negative function almost everywhere with respect to the variable , and  are real numbers. The article establishes two existence theorems for weak solutions using Tychonoff and Schauder fixed-point theorems. These theorems are formulated based on different hypotheses regarding the parameters and .
Numerical investigation of granular column-improved soils using the direct shear test
Authors: Labed Mohamed , Allout Naas , Mabrouki Abdelhak
Published: April 2024

The granular columns treatment is widely used in the weak soils. The present paper focuses on the numerical modeling of a direct shear test on granular columns in soils. The finite difference code Fast Lagrangian Analysis of Continua in 3 Dimensions (FLAC3D) was used in this research work, to evaluate the equivalent properties of granular column-improved soils with different diameters of the columns, and different plan configurations. The results of these numerical tests are discussed in terms of increases the shear load-strength and decreases the horizontal displacement due to the variation of arrangements, Young's modulus and the friction angle of the granular columns. Different types of failures observed in the granular columns. Bending failure mode is the main in the granular column with large values of Young's modulus and the friction angle when subjected a lateral load.