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Evaluation and Supervision of Tutoring Services at Junior High School 7 Malang
Authors: Rasyadi Ahmad Fitra , Aisyah Ummu Hamidah  , Aisya Rachmawati
Published: September 2024

Evaluation of the tutoring program is an important part of assessing the extent to which the tutoring program that the BK SMPN 7 Malang teacher provides to students has been implemented. This evaluation aims to determine the suitability of the tutoring program that has been carried out by guidance and counseling teachers at SMPN 7 Malang based on the six standards and criteria for professional counselors set by the Indonesian Guidance and Counseling Association (ABKIN) as an adaptation of the program evaluation set by the South Carolina Guidance and Counseling Program Model. This research uses quantitative methods. The technique used in collecting data uses instruments, which in this research were carried out and shared directly in the form of a Google Form. The instrument used in collecting research data is a tutoring evaluation instrument that has already been used with adjustments made by the current evaluator in an effort to achieve a better tutoring evaluation instrument. The results of the evaluation of basic tutoring services have been implemented fully and entirely, with a percentage of 86.26%.
Dinamika Kesejahteraan Psikologis Remaja di Jawa Timur
Authors: Dhita Werdhikaning Tyas Asih  , Sri Wahyuni  , Nurul Hofifah  , Mohammad Agil Agustinu  , Junaidi Romadhon  , Ditenta Kurnia Tasya  , Ari Khusumadewi
Published: September 2024

Kesejahtaraan psikologis remaja dipengaruhi oleh beberapa faktor diantaranya adalah usia, gender dan pekerjaan orang tua. Tujuan penelitian ini dilakukan untuk mengetahui dinamika kesejahteraan psikologis remaja di Jawa Timur. Penelitian ini merupakan studi deskriptif kuantitatif. Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui survei menggunakan instrumen penelitian berupa skala kesejahteraan psikologis remaja yang disebarkan melalui Google Form. Populasi yang diteliti adalah remaja berusia 12-18 tahun yang saat ini bersekolah di SMP dan SMA di Jawa Timur. Sampel dipilih secara acak menggunakan teknik random sampling, dengan total responden sebanyak 413 orang. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa kesejahteraan psikologis remaja di Jawa Timur dalam rentang usia 12-18 tahun secara umum sudah cukup baik, bahkan berada pada kategori tinggi. Tidak terdapat perbedaan signifikan dalam kesejahteraan psikologis antara remaja laki-laki dan perempuan. Secara umum, kesejahteraan psikologis juga cenderung tinggi dalam berbagai rentang usia, dengan puncaknya terjadi pada usia 17 tahun. Dalam konteks faktor sosial ekonomi, kesejahteraan psikologis remaja juga tergolong tinggi, walaupun remaja dengan latar belakang sosial ekonomi orang tua yang berpenghasilan di bawah Upah Minimum Regional (UMR) memiliki tingkat kesejahteraan psikologis yang lebih tinggi daripada yang berpenghasilan di atas UMR.
Counterterrorism Policies in Sub-Saharan Africa
Authors: Ename Minko Abraham
Published: September 2024

In response to the escalating threat of terrorism, counterterrorism policies have been globally implemented. This social and political landscape has raised significant concerns about the impact on human rights fulfillment, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa. To elaborate on this problem, this article critically examines the effects of these policies on human rights within the region, mainly by analyzing the legal and institutional frameworks that underpin counterterrorism strategies in various Sub-Saharan countries. Utilizing a qualitative research design, this study employs content analysis of legal documents, policy reports, and other relevant texts to explore the interplay between counterterrorism efforts and the protection of human rights. The study specifically evaluates the impact of these policies on civil and political rights, economic, social, and cultural rights, as well as the right to privacy. It also addresses states' challenges in balancing social security needs with protecting human rights. The paper argues that while counterterrorism is necessary, it must be implemented in a manner that respects human rights and the rule of law. Therefore, the paper recommends that states adopt a human rights-centered approach as a counterterrorism strategy, ensuring that legal and institutional frameworks align with international human rights standards. This approach offers a hopeful path forward, promising both effective counterterrorism and the protection of human rights.
 
Keywords: Counterterrorism, human rights, Policies, Sub-Saharan Africa
Community-Based Paralegals for Access to Justice in Indonesia
Authors: Maharani Marsha , Budiarti Arsa Ilmi , Puteri Bunga Pertiwi Tontowi , Arianto Gladys Nadya
Published: September 2024

Legal aid is an essential instrument in the criminal justice system, primarily to protect the human rights of the person who faces a trial. In 2019, The Indonesian Access to Justice Index identified the biggest problem in implementing legal aid: the distribution of lawyers due to the lack of understanding of the right to legal aid. Building on this research, the author found that most Indonesians prefer to seek legal help from non-formal legal assistance, such as family members, friends, and prominent community leaders, rather than formal legal assistance. Therefore, reducing the gap in people's capacity to maximize legal empowerment by increasing the number of paralegals in the Indonesian community is crucial. This article examines how community-based paralegals can significantly empower vulnerable communities and enhance strategic access to justice. Through the lens of social capital theory by Robert D. Putnam, this article argues that community-based paralegals can strengthen bonding social capital by empowering the community from within and reinforcing social ties among its members, and enhance bridging social capital by building external networks and opening access to information and resources that can support community welfare. Again, community-based paralegals offer a vital and effective alternative to traditional lawyers, mainly where legal professionals are scarce and unaffordable.
Keywords: Access to Justice, Community-Based Paralegals, Legal, Marginalized Communities
Preparation of doped spinel LiMn2O4 cathode using α-MnO2 for high-performance Li-ion batteries
Authors: Mwizerwa Jean Pierre , Usman Khuram , Rasaki Sefiu Abolaji , Ndagijimana Pamphile
Published: September 2024

The spinel LiMn2O4 (LMO) has become one of the most promising candidate cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). This is due to its low cost, resulting from the earth-abundant manganese (Mn). However, LMO often shows low robustness in terms of cycle life. Its activity is also irreversible due to Mn dissolution, Jahn–Teller distortion, and phase changes that normally occur within its crystal lattice. In this work, to enhance the electrochemical performance of LIBs, spinel LiMn2O4 nanorods and LiMn2O4 doped with Al, Co, and Fe (LiAl0.1Mn1.9O4, LiCo0.1Mn1.9O4, and LiFe0.1Mn1.9O4, respectively) were synthesized, characterized, and electrochemically investigated. These materials were obtained from the as-synthesized λ-MnO2 nanorod precursor using hydrothermal method followed by a heat treatment process. Among them, LiAl0.1Mn1.9O4 was further studied as it showed better electrochemical behaviors than its LiCo0.1Mn1.9O4 and LiFe0.1Mn1.9O4 counterparts. The LiAl0.1Mn1.9O4 synthesized at 800°C delivered a discharge-specific capacity of 106 mAh g−1 for the first cycle and 105 mAh g−1 after 200 cycles at 1C under ambient temperature. On the other hand, LiCo0.1Mn1.9O4 and LiFe0.1Mn1.9O4 delivered a discharge capacity of 92 and 82 mAh g−1, respectively, after 200 cycles at 1C under room temperature. The excellent cycling stability of LiAl0.1Mn1.9O4 could be attributed to the partial substitution of Mn3+ by Al3+ ions, leading to a reduction in lattice constant. This, in turn, increased the electron conductivity of spinel LiMn2O4 at 800°C. Our research findings shed light on facile doping strategies of spinel LiMn2O4 cathode material from LIB λ-MnO2 precursor, aiming to enhance capacity and cycling stability.
Anthropic-Induced Variability of Greenhouse Gasses and Aerosols at the WMO/GAW Coastal Site of Lamezia Terme (Calabria, Southern Italy): Towards a New Method to Assess the Weekly Distribution of Gathered Data
Authors: D’Amico Francesco , Ammoscato Ivano , Gullì Daniel , Avolio Elenio , Lo Feudo Teresa , De Pino Mariafrancesca , Cristofanelli Paolo , Malacaria Luana , Parise Domenico , Sinopoli Salvatore , De Benedetto Giorgia , Calidonna Claudia Roberta
Published: September 2024

The key towards a sustainable future is the reduction of mankind’s impact on natural systems via the development of new technologies and the improvement of source apportionment. Though days, years and seasons are arbitrarily set, their mechanisms are based on natural cycles driven by Earth’s orbital periods. This is not the case for weeks, which are a pure anthropic category and are known from literature to influence emission cycles. For the first time since it started data gathering operations, CO (carbon monoxide), CO2 (carbon dioxide), CH4 (methane) and eBC (equivalent black carbon) values detected by the Lamezia Terme WMO/GAW station in Calabria, Southern Italy have been evaluated via a two-pronged approach accounting for weekly variations in absolute concentrations, as well as the number of hourly averages exceeding select thresholds. The analyses were performed on seven continuous years of measurements, from 2016 to 2022. Moreso, the two results have been combined into a new parameter: the hereby defined WDWO (Weighed Distribution of Weekly Outbreaks) normalizes weekly trends of CO, CO2, CH4 and eBC on an absolute scale as percentages, with the scope of providing regulators and researchers alike with a new tool meant to better evaluate anthropogenic pollution and mitigate its effects.
Earthquake Risk Increasing Severity and Urgent Need for Disaster Management in Afghanistan
Authors: Akhundzadah Noor Ahmad
Published: September 2024

Afghanistan is located on the Eurasian tectonic plate's edge, a highly seismically active region. It is bordered by the northern boundary of the Indian plate and influenced by the collisional Arabian plate to the south. The Hindu Kush and Pamir Mountains in Afghanistan are part of the western extension of the Himalayan orogeny and have been uplifted and sheared by the convergence of the Indian and Eurasian plates. These tectonic activities have generated numerous active deep faults across the Hindu Kush-Himalayan region, many of which intersect Afghanistan, resulting in frequent high-magnitude earthquakes. This tectonic interaction produces ground shaking of varying intensity, from high to moderate and low, with the epicenters often located in the northeast and extending southwest across the country. The reoccurrence and severity of earthquakes have been increasing since 1900. This study maps Afghanistan's tectonic structures, identifying the most active geological faults and regions with heightened seismicity. The increasing trend in recurrence and intensity of the earthquakes are drawn. Historical earthquake data were reviewed, and recent destructive events were incorporated into the national earthquake dataset to improve disaster management strategies. Additionally, the study addresses earthquake hazards related to building and infrastructure design, offering potential solutions and directions to mitigate risks to life and property.
“Selected” Exosomes from Sera of Elderly Severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients: Their Impact on the Blood-Brain-Barrier Function
Authors: GUILLOT Pauline , CELLE Sebastien , BARTH Nathalie , ROCHE Frederic , PEREK Nathalie
Published: September 2024

Background/Aims: Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS) affects a large part of the aging population. It is characterized by chronic intermittent hypoxia and associated with neurocognitive dysfunction. One hypothesis is that the blood-brain barrier (BBB) functions could be altered by exosomes. Exosomes are nanovesicles found in biological fluids. Through the study of exosomes and their content in tau and amyloid beta (Ab), the aim of this study was to show how exosomes could be used as biomarkers of OSAS and of their cognitive disorders. Methods: Two groups of 15 volunteers from the PROOF cohort were selected: severe apnea (AHI >30) and control (AHI <5). After exosome isolation from blood serum, we characterized and quantified them (CD81, CD9, CD63) by western blot and ELISAs and put them 5h in contact with an in vitro BBB model. The apparent permeability of the BBB was measured using sodium-fluorescein and TEER. Cell ELISAs were performed on tight junctions (ZO-1, claudin-5, occludin). The amount of tau and Ab proteins found in the exosomes was quantified using ELISAs. Results: Compared to controls, OSAS patients had a greater quantity of exosomes, tau and Ab proteins in their blood sera, which induced an increase in BBB permeability in the model and was reflected by a loss of tight junction’expression. Conclusion: Elderly patients suffering severe OSAS released more exosomes in serum from the brain compartment than controls. Such exosomes increased BBB permeability. The impact of such alterations on risk of developing cognitive dysfunction and/or neurodegenerative diseases is questioned.
Assessment of Procrastination Levels and Demographic Associations Among Nursing Students in Bengaluru Colleges
Authors: George Sini
Published: September 2024

Procrastination among students in higher education is a widely recognized problem, with significant effects on academic performance and personal well-being. This descriptive study aims to assess the level of procrastination among nursing students in Bengaluru and determine the association between procrastination and selected demographic variables, such as age, gender, and parental education. A total of 100 nursing students from Sneha College of Nursing participated in the study. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire and a 16-item procrastination scale. The results revealed that 55% of the students had low levels of procrastination, while 45% exhibited high levels. However, no significant association was found between procrastination and demographic variables like age, gender, religion, year of study, or parental education. The findings suggest that while procrastination is a common issue among nursing students, demographic variables may not be reliable predictors of procrastination behavior. These results call for interventions to improve time management and reduce procrastination among nursing students to enhance their academic outcomes.
Influence of Selected Processing Variables on Quality Attributes of Cocoa Pod-Husk Pellets
Authors: Jekayinfa Simeon Olatayo , Enweremadu Christopher Chintua
Published: September 2024

Biomass fuel pellets exhibit variations in quality due to differences in feedstock sources. Moni-toring processing parameters is crucial for converting biomass into high-quality energetic pellets. This study examined the effects of selected parameters on the properties of cocoa pod husk pellets produced using a modified pelleting machine. The pellets were produced by varying the com-pression ratio (0.8, 1.0, 1.2), moisture content (10, 15, 20%) and binder quantity (0, 2.5, 5 wt%). A Box-Behnken design was employed to structure the experiment. The pellets were analyzed for density, proximate composition (moisture, volatile matter, fixed carbon, and ash contents), and higher heating value to assess their quality. The results were subjected to ANOVA at a 95% con-fidence level. The cocoa pod husk pellets had a bulk density of 0.28-0.41 g/cm³, moisture content of 13.22-19.30% (db), volatile matter of 48.61-57.83%, fixed carbon of 21.25-23.10%, ash content of 3.49-12.99%, and higher heating values of 18.28-19.30 MJ/kg. Significant differences were observed at the 95% confidence level (p≤0.05). Compression ratio, binder quantity and moisture content were found to affect the physicochemical properties of the pellets.
Surgical Site Infections: A Study on Application of the Guidelines and Risk Factors
Authors: Genovese Cristina , Rizzo Caterina Elisabetta , Ventura Spagnolo Elvira , Genovese Giovanni , Tripodi Paola , La Spina Isabella , Sortino Sabrina , Loddo Francesco , Romeo Bruno , Bartucciotto Linda , Squeri Raffaele
Published: September 2024

Surgical site infections (SSIs) are a major concern in public healthcare, leading to increased morbidity, pro-longed hospital stays length, and significant economic costs. Understanding the epidemiology and risk fac-tors of SSIs is crucial for developing effective prevention and management strategies. In the last century, CDC ‘s HICPAC improved a bundle for prevention of HAIs based on the use of aseptic procedures, disin-fection of the skin and correct use of antibiotics for SSIs. In our country, Gelli-Bianco law introduced the national health guidelines system that include the prophylaxis antibiotic therapy pre- and post-surgery. The aim of our study is to evaluate adherence and appropriateness of the use of antibiotic-preoperative prophylaxis in a province of southern Italy and to identify risk factors that may influence the development of an SSI. The study found many statistically significant associations among the factors examined, i.e. the timing of administration adherent to guidelines, with 47% of the analyzed files administering antibiotics within 60 min before the intervention and 62.7% using intravenous administration.
Anesthesia for Bronchoscopy-An Update
Authors: Goudra Basavana , Sundararaman Lalitha , Chandar Prarthna , Green Michael
Published: September 2024

The field of interventional pulmonology has grown immensely and is increasingly recognized as a subspecialty. The new procedures introduced in the last decade pose unique challenges and the anesthesia providers need to readapt to their specific demands. In this review, we have discussed extensively the pathophysiology, technical aspects, preprocedural preparation, anesthetic management and postprocedural challenges of many new procedures such as navigational bronchoscopy, endobronchial valve deployment and bronchial thermoplasty. Majority of these procedures are performed under general anesthesia with an endotracheal tube. Total intravenous anesthesia with rocuronium as a muscle relaxant seems to the standard US practice. Easy availability and proven safety and efficacy of sugammadex as a reversal agent of rocuronium has decreased the need for high dose remifentanil as an agent to avoid muscle relaxants. Additional research is available with regards to the utility of nebulized lidocaine and is discussed. Finally, two newer drugs administered for conscious sedation (typically without the need of an anesthesia provider) are likely to gain popularity in the future. Remimazolam is a new short acting benzodiazepine with relatively faster offset of clinical effect. Dexmedetomidine, a selective adrenergic agonist, is increasingly employed in bronchoscopy as a sedative during bronchoscopic procedures.
Molecular Engineering of Virus Tropism
Authors: Martin Negin P , He Bo , Wilson Belinda , Chen Shih-Heng
Published: September 2024

Engineered viral vectors designed to deliver genetic material to specific targets offer significant potential for disease treatment, safer vaccine development, and the creation of novel biochemical research tools. Viral tropism, the specificity of a virus for infecting a particular host, is often modified in recombinant viruses to achieve precise delivery, minimize off-target effects, enhance transduction efficiency, and improve safety. Key factors influencing tropism include surface protein interactions between the virus and host cell, the availability of host cell machinery for viral replication, and the host immune response. This review explores current strategies for modifying the tropism of recombinant viruses by altering their surface proteins. We provide an overview of recent advancements in targeting non-enveloped viruses (Adenovirus and Adeno-associated vi-rus) and enveloped viruses (Retro/Lentivirus, Rabies, Vesicular stomatitis virus, and Herpesvirus) to specific cell types. Additionally, we discuss approaches such as rational design, directed evo-lution, in silico and machine learning-based methods for generating novel AAV variants with desired tropism, and the use of chimeric envelope proteins for pseudotyping enveloped viruses. Finally, we highlight the applications of these advancements, and discuss the challenges and future directions in engineering viral tropism.
Analysis of the Bactericidal Properties of Filtration Nonwovens Containing Active Nanoparticles of ZnS, TiO₂ and Nano-Ag
Authors: Borkowski Dominik , Sulak Konrad , Czarnecki Piotr , Kęska Sławomir , Sobczak Paulina , Guzińska Krystyna , Draczyński Zbigniew
Published: September 2024

Due to the deteriorating state of surface waters and the resulting reduction in their availability for the population, efforts have been undertaken to develop a biodegradable or compostable water filtration system capable of reducing the amount of harmful bacteria in this environment. The aim of this research was to develop nonwovens using the classic needle-punching method with commercially available polylactide (PLA) polymer, and subsequently, to select appropriate concentrations of modifiers to create systems with antibacterial properties. The resulting composites could potentially serve as filtration materials for the purification of surface waters. Nanoparticles such as zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, and silver were employed in this research. These compounds exhibit antibacterial properties and are insoluble in water. To confirm the bactericidal activity of the additives, biological tests were conducted, and the distribution of these additives on the structure of the filtration material was examined using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) equipped with an energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) detector.
Long-Term Inspection and Monitoring of Transition Zones with a Sudden Change in Railway Track Stiffness
Authors: Hodas Stanislav , Izvoltova Jana , Vrchovsky Erik
Published: September 2024

Transition zones are in the places on the track, with a change in the basic composition of the railway body. There are many sections with a sudden change in the stiffness of the structures built. When the trains are running, a longitudinal shock wave is created from the wheels, which hits these building objects with a higher stiffness and deforms the surroundings of these zones. The greatest attention should be paid mainly to the transition points from the fixed track to the classic track with a track bed, including objects of the railway substructure such as bridges, portals of tunnels, etc. As part of the research sections on the main corridor lines, a long-term inspection and monitoring was carried out with a continuous measurement system using the KRAB trolley. Height changes in the deflections of rails are evidence of their behavior. The measurements took place on a fixed track and a track with a ballast. Changes in the height jumps between the fixed railway track and the track with a gravel bed are significant and have been recorded since the tracks were put into operation. These certain height deflections allow designers to develop new, more durable construction designs.
Quantum Relativity
Authors: Ismail Ahmed Mohamed , Mohamed Samira Ezzat
Published: September 2024

This research answers the knowledge gap regarding the explanation of the quantum jump of the electron. This scientific paper aims to complete Einstein's research regarding general relativity and attempt to link general relativity to quantum laws.
Innovative Assessment Methods: The Role of Augmented Reality in the Educational Process
Authors: Maciel Thiago
Published: September 2024

ABSTRACT: This paper explores Augmented Reality (AR) as an innovative active methodology for student assessment in the Higher Education Authority of Arcoverde, proposing an alternative to the traditional assessment model. It investigates how AR can transform the educational process, making assessments more interactive, engaging and effective. The study focuses on three main issues: the impact of AR on student motivation and engagement, its effectiveness in improving content comprehension and retention, and the challenges and limitations of its implementation as an assessment method. Employing dialectical methods, action research and literature reviews, this research documents a 34% increase in students’ content comprehension and a 47% increase in their participation in practical activities. These findings suggest that, despite the technical and curricular integration challenges, AR not only improves assessment methodologies, but also enhances learning, promoting a more dynamic and interactive environment. The overall objective is to demonstrate the ability of AR to replace conventional approaches with a more innovative and efficient practice, highlighting the importance of this technology in advancing pedagogical practices and improving student performance. This study sheds light on the relevance of AR in the educational field, encouraging its adoption to enrich the learning and assessment experience.
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Authors: Guo Zhuohu
Published: September 2024

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Combinations of Terminalia bellirica (Gaertn.) Roxb. and Terminalia chebula Retz. Extracts with Selected Antibiotics Against Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria: Bioactivity and Phytochemistry
Authors: Tiwana Gagan , Cock Ian Edwin , Cheesman Matthew James
Published: September 2024

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is a worsening global health crisis that has arisen due to antibiotic overuse and misuse. Antibiotic resistance renders standard treatments less effective, making it difficult to control some infections, thereby increasing morbidity and mortality. Medicinal plants are sustainable treatment options that are becoming increasingly important as antibiotics lose their efficacies. The present study evaluates the antibacterial activity of aqueous, methanolic and ethyl acetate extracts prepared using Terminalia bellirica and Terminalia chebula fruit against six bacterial pathogens using disc diffusion and broth microdilution assays. The aqueous and methanol extracts of T. bellirica and T. chebula showed substantial zones of inhibition (ZOIs) against S. aureus and MRSA. The activity against those bacteria was determined to be strong, with minimum inhibitory concentrations (MIC) ranging from 94 µg/mL to 392 µg/mL. Additionally, the T. bellirica methanolic extract showed noteworthy antibacterial activity against E. coli and an ESBL E. coli strain (MIC values of 755 µg/mL for both). The aqueous T. bellirica and T. chebula extracts also inhibited K. pneumoniae growth (MIC values of 784 µg/mL and 556 µg/mL respectively), whilst the methanolic extracts of these plants also inhibited ESBL K. pneumoniae growth (MIC values of 755 µg/mL and 1509 µg/mL respectively). Eighteen additive interactions were observed when extracts were combined with reference antibiotics. Notably, strong antagonistic interactions occurred when any of the extracts were mixed with polymyxin B. All extracts were subjected to LC-MS analysis, revealing several interesting flavonoids and tannins, including 6-galloylglucose, 1,2,6-trigalloyl-β-D-glucopyranose, 6-O-[(2E)-3-phenyl-2-propenoyl]-1-O-(3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoyl)-β-D-glucopyranose, propyl gallate, methyl gallate, sanguiin H4, hamamelitannin, pyrogallol, gallic acid, ellagic acid, chebulic acid, and chebuloside II. All extracts were nontoxic when tested in brine shrimp assays. This lack of toxicity, combined with their antibacterial activities suggests that these plant species may be promising sources of antibacterial compound(s) that warrant further study.
Comprehensive Overview of Artificial Intelligence Applications in Modern Industries
Authors: Weng Yijie , Wu Jianhao , Kelly Tara , Johnson William
Published: September 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is fundamentally reshaping various industries by enhancing decision-making processes, optimizing operations, and unlocking new opportunities for innovation. This paper explores the applications of AI across four key sectors: healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and retail. Each section delves into the specific challenges faced by these industries, the AI technologies employed to address them, and the measurable impact on business outcomes and societal welfare. We also discuss the implications of AI integration, including ethical considerations, the future trajectory of AI development, and its potential to drive economic growth while posing challenges that need to be managed responsibly.
Variability of Dry Days and Sequences of Dry Days in the Polish Carpathians in the Period 1986‐2020
Authors: Cebulska Marta , Twardosz Robert
Published: September 2024

This study aims at providing a climatological analysis of annual and long-term variability of dry periods in the Polish Carpathians in the period of 35 years between 1986 and 2020. Aside days with precipitation, dry periods, namely sequences of days with no precipitation, constitute an inherent characteristic of the climate. The input data for the research was formed by daily precipitation totals from 17 meteorological stations acquired from the Institute of Meteorology and Water Management - National Research Institute, and T. Niedźwiedź catalogue of circulation types over southern Poland. Frequency of dry periods of different duration has been presented. The incidence of long-term periods has been related to the atmospheric circulation. An analysis was performed regarding the change of the average quantity and average length of dry sequences in the 35-year period covered. At most stations, there were no statistically significant trends with respect to the analysed dry day characteristics. This is an obvious result of high variability year-to-year, which means that exclusively large changes may achieve statistical significance. Dry days have been evidenced to related to circulation types. A vast majority of dry days is related to anti-cyclonal systems, particularly the anti-cyclonal wedge (Ka) and western anti-cyclonal (Wa) situations.
A Novel Approach to the Modeling and Control of AC-DC Converters for Smart Microgrids, Incorporating Advanced Model Predictive Control for Offshore Wind Integration
Authors: Ahmad Rana Saeed , Rasheed Haroon , Akhter Muhammad Ovais
Published: September 2024

This research explores a novel approach to integrating offshore wind farms into smart microgrids through the development of an advanced model predictive control (MPC) strategy for offshore wind turbines. The MPC strategy comprehensively incorporates complex wind dynamics, such as wind speed, direction, and turbulence, ensuring an accurate representation of turbine behavior. Additionally, the research includes models addressing wind farm layout, wake effects, and electrical infrastructure, enhancing the modeling framework's fidelity and applicability to real-world offshore wind energy systems within a smart microgrid environment. The inherent variability of wind power, transmission technology limitations, and the need for seamless transitions between grid-connected and islanded operation modes in smart microgrids necessitate robust control mechanisms. These mechanisms ensure efficient power capture, grid stability, and optimal energy utilization. To tackle these challenges, the research proposes a smart microgrid design incorporating both AC-DC and DC-DC conversion technologies. This design leverages renewable energy sources like solar and wind with AC-DC conversion for efficient power capture, integrates DC energy storage systems to store excess energy during low demand periods, and utilizes power control mechanisms to manage energy flow effectively within the smart microgrid. The study emphasizes the importance of modeling and control strategies for both AC-DC and DC-DC converters within the smart microgrid framework. To enhance the microgrid's cost-effectiveness, priority is given to the utilization of solar PV energy sources. It also highlights the integration of protection systems for DC faults and coordinated control of AC/DC breakers and converters. This comprehensive approach aligns with the core principles of adaptability, reliability, and sustainability in smart grids, aiming to advance smart microgrid technologies and pave the way for a more resilient, efficient, and secure energy future.
Stabilization of Percolation Probability in Supercritical Regimes: A Measure Theoretic Approach
Authors: Montgomery Richard Murdoch
Published: September 2024

In this paper, we present a rigorous proof demonstrating the stabilization of percolation probability in supercritical regimes for percolation models. We analyze a sequence of expanding compact balls in ℝ
Aristoteles ve Heidegger’de Theoria Perspektifinden Varlık
Authors: Kutgi Hanife
Published: September 2024

Varlık meselesini sistematik bir şekilde ele alan Aristoteles varlık olmak bakımından varlığı sorgulamış ve onu diğer var olanlardan ayırt ederek var olanların farklı şekillerde dile getirilebildiğini ifade etmiştir. İlk Felsefe’de bilginin nedenlerin anlaşılması olarak kabul edilmesi ve bilmenin theoria yani temaşa ile ilişkilendirilmesi varlık hakkında bilgi sahibi olmanın da temaşa ile bağlantılı olarak düşünülebileceği belirtir. Aristoteles düşüncesinde temaşanın pratik olanla birlikte bulunması onu ahlakla ilişkili hale gelir. Heidegger de benzer şekilde varlığı var olanlardan ayırt etmiştir. Ancak Heidegger Aristoteles de dahil olmak üzere bütün metafiziği varlığı bir var olana indirgediği ve asıl varlık sorusunu unuttuğu gerekçesiyle eleştiriye tâbi tutar. Yöntem olarak benimsediği fenomenoloji aracılığıyla Heidegger unutulan varlık sorusunu Dasein’dan hareketle ele alır. Aristoteles’te varlık sorgulaması temaşa temelinde gerçekleşen nedenlerin bilgisi olarak karşımıza çıkarken fenomenolojik yöntem esasında bu, Dasein hermeneutiği olarak gizini-açma şeklinde sunulur. Bu minval üzere çalışmanın amacı, Aristoteles ve Heidegger’in varlık anlayışlarını benzeşen ve farklılaşan yönleriyle ele almaktır. Bu amaç doğrultusunda, theoria perspektifinden varlık ve ona dair bilgi edinmenin theoria temeline dayanan pratikle ilişkisini görmeye çalışacağız. Bu yaklaşım, filozofların ontoloji, epistemoloji ve ahlakın birbirleriyle nasıl ilişkilendiğini gösteren düşünce yapılarını ortaya koyacaktır.
About AI in Academia: Obstacle or Facilitator?
Authors: Yusriani Sri , Eledora Astrid Octina , Patiro Shine Pintor Siolemba , Purnomo Kelik Heri , Zega Imran Machdani , Marlina Marlina
Published: September 2024

Artificial Intelligence (AI) continually introduces new innovations in all aspects of human life. In educational settings, AI offers instant feedback, tailors course materials in real-time, and assesses student engagement using interactive techniques. It enhances teaching methods by providing a distinctive learning experience for students. However, educators using AI in classrooms often fear significant job losses. As automation increases due to the rapid advancement of AI, machines capable of handling complex tasks may eventually replace human workers across various sectors, including education. The loss of employment can adversely affect an individual's livelihood and disrupt the social unity and community sense derived from meaningful employment. Therefore, it is crucial to find a balance between the advantages AI offers and any potential ethical or related challenges. This balance is vital not only for optimizing educational outcomes but also for ensuring that AI serves as a tool for empowerment rather than a source of contention. This study analyzed 16 articles and is particularly interesting for future research using a quantitative approach.
Cross-Cultural Analysis of Local Wisdom in Primary School Social Science Latest Curricula: Taiwan vs. Indonesia
Authors: Aramudin Aramudin , Lin Shu-Hui , Susanti R. Hariyani
Published: September 2024

This cross-cultural analysis addresses a growing need to understand the integration of local wisdom in primary school social science curricula, particularly in the contexts of Taiwan and Indonesia. The research problem centers on the examination of curricular content, pedagogical strategies, and the depth of local wisdom integration within these nations' educational frameworks. Employing a content analysis approach, the study categorizes and compares themes, values, and cultural elements in the curricula, shedding light on similarities and disparities. The research methodology involves extensive document analysis and a comprehensive review of existing studies, covering empirical, qualitative, and quantitative research. The results aim to offer a nuanced comparative synthesis of local wisdom integration in Taiwan and Indonesia, highlighting common trends and differences. The study concludes by emphasizing the implications for education, showcasing how a culturally informed curriculum can positively influence students' attitudes toward diversity. This research underscores the importance of fostering cultural understanding within educational systems, providing valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and curriculum developers striving to create inclusive and culturally rich learning environments.
Organization of telemedicine consultations for primary patients as a stage of routing in cancer care system.
Authors:   “BusinessComputer” LLC, Efremov S. A. , Kavlashvili O. V. ,   “BusinessComputer” LLC, Petkau V. V. ,   State Autonomous Healthcare Institution “Sverdlovsk Regional Oncology Dispensary”,   Federal State Budget Educational Institution of Higher Education “Ural State Medical University» of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation”, Aleksandrova O. Y. ,   Federal State Budgetary Institution “N. A. Semashko National Research Institute of Public Health”, Kiselev E.A. ,   State Autonomous Healthcare Institution “Sverdlovsk Regional Oncology Dispensary”,   Federal State Budget Educational Institution of Higher Education “Ural State Medical University» of the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation”, Popov D. S. ,   “BusinessComputer” LLC, Vyukhin M. O. ,   “BusinessComputer” LLC
Published: September 2024

The use of new information technologies to optimize the routing of oncology patients is one of the key tasks in healthcare of Russian Federation. Implementing telemedicine technology at various stages of routing oncology patients not only significantly improves the quality of medical care in oncology but also accelerates the process of diagnosis and the initiation of treatment for oncology patients. Purpose: evaluation of oncology patient routing using telemedicine consultations (TMC). Materials and methods. The study used analytical data obtained in the medical information system of oncology centre in the Sverdlovsk region and the regional oncological system ONCOR. In the course of the study, an assessment was made of the impact of the introduction of TMC for all primary patients sent to the oncological dispensary for the first time on compliance with the timing of routing of oncological patients, on the completeness of patient examination in accordance with clinical recommendations and the Program of state guarantees, on the number of patient visits to the oncological dispensary from the moment of the first visit to the appointment of specialized antitumor treatment. Findings. Using a TMC before the first visit to the oncology clinic allowed most patients to prevent an extra visit to obtain information about the need for further examination. The number of requests related to the need for frequent visits to the dispensary has decreased, which is difficult given the size of the Sverdlovsk region.
“Soviet” by Sergey Nikolsky
Authors:   National Research University Higher School of Economics, Pavlov Аleksandr ,   Institute of Philosophy, Russian Academy of Sciences
Published: September 2024

The paper is a reflection on the first part of duology (two inextricably linked parts of one work) entitled “Soviet” by the Russian social philosopher Sergei Nikolsky. In the second part of duology, Nikolsky offers a philosophical analysis of Soviet literature, or rather a philosophical and literary analysis of the idea of the “Soviet”. The first part is devoted to the historiosophy of the “Soviet”. Therefore, the author of the review, to illuminate the author’s intention, focuses on the first volume and mainly writes about the preconditions of the “Soviet” that Sergei Nikolsky discovers in Russian history. The uniqueness of the “So­viet” consists primarily in the unexpected vitality of the idea, the originality of the social practice corresponding to it and the specific creative totality. “So­viet” is not only Leninism and Stalinism, but a socio-political adaptation of Marxism to a special historically determined context, the “Russian soil”. This is also a political and philosophical project to reform personal social conscious­ness, to create a new person and to build a new world. The source of the “So­viet” were the leaders and the state apparatus, but it appeared first in the heads of Marxist-oriented intellectuals, and then produced by the people as a whole and existed thanks to them and deeply-rooted tradition. Sergei Nikolsky admits that the “Soviet” had both the humanistic and liberating potential of the philoso­phy of Karl Marx. Thus, the “Soviet” is the idea of the comprehensive develop­ment of man, the construction of a future brotherhood, as well as the heroism shown by the people during the Great War. The author of the paper also writes on the special tonality of the “Soviet”, finding it successful
Artificial Intelligence as a Metaphor, Object, and Subject of Philosophical Analysis
Authors:   Russian State University for the Humanities, Kurilovich Ivan , Golubov Mikhail ,   National Research University “Higher School of Economics”, Perova Nina ,   Institute of Philosophy, Russian Academy of Sciences, Zanina Alexandra ,   Russian State University for the Humanities
Published: September 2024

The article examines epistemological, ethical, anthropological, and other aspects of understanding self-learning programs called “neural networks” or “artificial intelligence”. The problematic nature of the latter is addressed in the research by reviewing three dozen studies of the idea of artificial intelligence, which were presented on April 4, 2024, at a joint scientific conference of the Center for Phe­nomenological Philosophy of the Russian State University for the Humanities and the Sector of Social Epistemology of the Institute of Philosophy, Russian Academy of Sciences. Based on the materials of the conference, this article examines artificial intelligence from the perspective of the history of philosophy and futurist literary images in comparison with human and other conceivable consciousness, both possessing free will as well as lacking it. Another aspect of this research provides an understanding of the problem areas of the theology of artificial intelligence and the place of artificial intelligence in modern theo­logy, as well as providing an analysis of the technical side of the implementation of existing and expected computer systems claiming to be “artificial intelli­gence”. The conference proved to be an important event for discussing philo­sophical and ethical issues related to the development of artificial intelligence and provided a platform for further research and understanding of the impact of AI on society and human individuality. This article outlines the general per­spective of the conference and, more specifically, selected theses
Ultra-sensitive Fluorescence-Activated Droplet Single-cell Sorting based on Tetramer-HCR-EvaGreen Amplification
Authors: Mi xianqiang , Chen Long , Xu Yi , Zhou Lele , Ma Ding , Zhang Rong , Liu Yifan
Published: September 2024

The current single-cell analysis technologies such as fluorescence-activated cell sorting (FACS) and fluorescence-activated droplet sorting (FADS) could decipher the cellular heterogeneity but were constrained by low sorting performance and cell viability. Here, an ultra-sensitive single-cell sorting platform has been developed by integrating the FADS technology with Tetramer-HCR-EvaGreen (THE) fluorescence signal amplification. The THE system produced much higher fluorescence signal than that of the single Tetramer or Tetramer-HCR signal amplification. Upon application to target MCF-7 cells, the platform exhibited high efficacy and selectivity while maintaining more than 95% cell viability. The THE-FADS achieved sorting efficiencies of 55.5% and 50.3% with purities of 91% and 85% for MCF-7 cells in PBS solutions and simulated serum samples, respectively. The sorted MCF-7 cells showed similar proliferation together with CK19 and EGFR mRNA expression compared with the control cells. The established THE-FADS showed the promising prospects to cellular heterogeneity understanding and personalized medicine.
Nanostructured porous carbon derived from polypyrrole nanoribbons for capacitive deionization and lithium–sulfur batteries
Authors: Zhang Quanqi , Shi Kanglong , Sun Chuan , Wen Wen , Han Shuai , Zhao Qing-Chao , Li Yongpeng , Sui Zhuyin
Published: September 2024

Nanostructured porous carbons, with its high specific surface area, rich pore structure, excellent conductivity and chemical stability, have become an excellent electrode material in advanced energy utilization technologies such as capacitive deionization and lithium–sulfur batteries. In this work, by controlling the concentration of oxidants and the addition of surfactants during the oxidative polymerization of pyrrole, the morphology and size of polypyrrole can be regulated. Nanostructured porous carbons with controllable morphology were successfully prepared by steam activation of polypyrrole particles and nanoribbons. In capacitive deionization experiment, the synthesized nanostructured carbon nanoribbon (NCNR) exhibits excellent electrochemical properties due to their rich pore structure and large surface area (1258 m2 g–1). In a 500 mg L–1 NaCl solution, it has an electrosorption capacity of 12.9 mg g–1 at 1.2 V. In addition, when NCNR is used as a host material for sulfur in lithium–sulfur batteries, it exhibits significantly improved discharge capacity and excellent cycling stability (maintaining a capacity of 672 mA h g–1 after 200 cycles at a rate of 0.5 C), providing new ideas for solving the problems of capacity degradation faced by lithium–sulfur batteries.
The Effects of Lifting Techniques on the L5-S1 Joint: Lifting Different Loads from Ground Level
Authors: Canlıdinç Melih , Güleşen Mustafa
Published: September 2024

Manual material lifting is a common activity in daily life and industrial work conditions, significantly affecting the L5/S1 joint in the lower back. This study replaces lifting objects with handles on both sides, as found in literature, with lifting industrial cargo boxes from the bottom using both hands. Experiments involved 5 healthy male cargo workers lifting weights of 4, 8, 12, and 16 kg from ground level using squat and stoop lifting techniques. Body joint positions and ground reaction forces were captured without markers using the Microsoft Kinect v2 sensor. These data were transferred to a 3D human model in the Opensim biomechanical analysis program for inverse kinematic and dynamic analyses. The force and moment values at the L5/S1 joint for each subject, weight, and lifting technique were compared. In conclusion, it was determined that, depending on the load, the squat lifting technique increased the torque values at the L5-S1 joint by 7.1–9.9%, increased the compression force by 8.8–9.2%, and decreased the shear force by 24.5–25.3% compared to the stoop lifting technique.