bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Peranan Teknik Compressed Sense (CS) pada Pemeriksaan MRI Lumbosacral dengan Kasus Hernia Nucleus Pulposus (HNP)
Authors: Safruddin Muhammad , Diartama Anak Agung Aris , Triningsih Triningsih
Published: February 2025

Background: The number of Lumbosacral MRI examinations at the Radiology Department of the Regional General Hospital of West Nusa Tenggara Province averages 80 patients per month, with the most common case being Hernia Nucleus Pulposus (HNP). The normal duration for each examination is 17-20 minutes. Compressed Sense (CS) was always activated during the author's observation of these examinations, reducing the total scan time for Lumbosacral MRI examinations to 8 minutes. In some MRI cases, there are challenges with non-cooperative patients, such as traumatic cases and being unable to supine position, which causes moving artifacts and makes image results blur, activating the CS technique can solve this problem making examination times faster. The research aims to analyze and describe the technique, the role of the technique, as well as the advantages and disadvantages of the CS technique in Lumbosacral MRI examinations for HNP cases.Methods: This research is qualitative descriptive research with a case study and literature review approach. use 3 patients, 3 radiographers, dan 3 radiologists, do in March to April 2024. Data was collected by observation, deep interviews, and questionnaires for radiologists about image quality.Result: Three patients with clinical HNP underwent Lumbosacral MRI examinations without any special preparation. The Lumbosacral MRI protocol includes Survey, Coronal T2W TSE, Sagittal T1W TSE, Sagittal T2W TSE, Sagittal T2W TSE SPIR, Axial T1W TSE, Axial T2W TSE, and MYELO Radial. The protocols use the CS technique with a reduction score of 1.4, except MYEOLO Radial, which can reduce scan time to 7-10 minutes without decreasing image quality. The sequences used serve to provide anatomical information and pathology in the lumbosacral area.Conclusions: Lumbosacral MRI examinations using the Compressed Sense technique can shorten the examination time without significantly reducing the quality of the images produced, it proved by the questionnaire result. This can increase patient comfort during the examination. The use of reduction values in this CS technique must be considered as it can increase the value of Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS).
Bildung mit Barrieren. Exklusion/Inklusion und Exklusivität in bildungsbiographischen Erfahrungen von Menschen mit Behinderungen
Authors: Rombach Fabian , Karim Sarah , Waldschmidt Anne , Prior Lisa
Published: February 2025

In dem Beitrag werden biographische Erfahrungen von Menschen mit Behinderungen im Kontext schulischer Bildung in Deutschland untersucht. Mithilfe einer dispositivanalytischen Perspektive werden neun qualitativ-empirische Interviews analysiert, in denen Frauen und Männer unterschiedlichen Alters und mit verschiedenen Beeinträchtigungen von ihrer Schulzeit berichten. Im Ergebnis weist die Untersuchung schulische Exklusion und Inklusion als spannungsreiches, ambivalent erlebtes Dispositiv aus. Sichtbar wird auch, dass mit der Anerkennung von Besonderheit im Schulalltag auch Erfahrungen positiver Besonderung einhergehen, die subjektiv als Zuschreibung von Exklusivität gerahmt werden. Außerdem zeigen sich beeinträchtigungsspezifische Unterschiede, denn insbesondere Personen mit Lernschwierigkeiten erfahren Sonderbeschulung. Zusätzlich ist der Geburtsjahrgang von Bedeutung. Während die älteren Interviewpersonen überwiegend von institutioneller Exklusion berichten, haben die jüngeren Personen ein durchlässigeres Schulsystem erlebt.
Im Maschinenraum der Demokratie? Lebensgeschichtliche Querschnitte aus der mittleren Gewerkschaftsebene
Authors: Schwagmann Mirko
Published: February 2025

Der vorliegende Beitrag entstand aus einem Gemeinschaftsprojekt der Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung und der Hans-Böckler-Stiftung. Ziel war es, einen Quellenkorpus zu erschaffen, der erstmal die mittlere Ebene der Gewerkschaften berücksichtigte, und diesen dann mithilfe von Fragen zur Demokratisierung der Bundesrepublik zu untersuchen. Das Sample umfasst insgesamt 30 Interview mit 25 Zeitzeug*innen, die in drei unterschiedliche Alterskohorten eingeteilt wurden, und deckt ein möglichst breites Spektrum der gewerkschaftlichen Landschaft ab. Neben der zentralen Frage nach der alltäglichen Wahrnehmung und Teilhabe an den Demokratisierungsprozessen der Bundesrepublik werden außerdem die Hintergründe des Gewerkschaftseintritts und das Spanungsverhältnis zwischen Gewerkschaft und Gesellschaft beleuchtet.
Normative Grundlagen des pluralistischen Paradigmas
Authors: Haker Christoph
Published: February 2025

In Theoriedebatten wird immer wieder nach einem Umgang mit der Multiparadigmatizität der Soziologie gesucht. Mit dem pluralistischen Paradigma steht ein Vorschlag im Raum, dem es darum geht, alle soziologischen Theorien gleichermaßen zum Gebrauch bereitzuhalten. Das pluralistische Paradigma wird durch eine machtanalytische und -kritische Lesart soziologischer Theorie ermöglicht. Sie kann mittels einer immanenten Kritik zur Öffnung der Kontingenz soziologischer Theorie beitragen und ist gleichzeitig auf eine Haltung angewiesen, die sich gegen den verbreiteten Narzissmus der Theorie richtet. In diesem Beitrag werden das doing theory im pluralistischen Paradigma am Beispiel der Systemtheorie Niklas Luhmanns vorgeführt und die normativen Grundlagen dieses Paradigmas expliziert.
FORMATION OF COMPOSITION DERIVATIVES FOR POINT POLYNOMIALS
Authors: Vereshchaga Viktor , Murtaziiev Ernest
Published: February 2025

Point polynomials are composite curves that continuously, in parametric form, describe a flat or spatial discrete point series of arbitrary shape, including multiple points, consisting of n points.
The notation of the point polynomial power for the accompanying broken line, which is formed by n basis points, is given, in general form. The record of the characteristic functions of this point polynomial power is shown in expanded form. It is explained how the initial accompanying broken line is parameterized to form a point polynomial. Using the metric length operator, the calculation of the lengths of all links of the original accompanying broken line is provided. One of the ways to calculate the length of the relative measurement unit, which is used to find parameter values at all base points, is given.
It is indicated that the characteristic functions are formed for each of the basic points of the original accompanying broken line, while all the characteristic functions together make up the functional parametric basis of the modeled point polynomial. Unlike the Bernstein functional basis of traditional polynomials, which is the same for all of them, the parametric basis of the point polynomial is formed individually, taking into account the geometric features of the original accompanying broken line. The use of the same functional basis for both the point polynomial and its composite derivative is substantiated, provided that the composite derivatives at the base points were calculated using a band of differential projections (difprojections).
THE ONE-DIMENSIONAL GEOMETRIC IMAGES FORMATION BY SUPERPOSITIONS OF POINT SETS UNDER THE GIVEN BOUNDARY CONDITIONS AND FINITE DIFFERENCE
Authors: Vorontsov Oleg , Vorontsova Iryna
Published: February 2025

A variation of the external load distribution function between nodes of a discrete grid in the static-geometric method allows discretely modeling curves of different shapes and solving problems of discrete interpolation on the area.
The form of the continuous analogue of the discretely presented curve directly depends on the nature of the functions specified control load, which forms the discretely presented curve (DPC).
There are known studies of the aspects of the relationship between the static geometric method of forming the DPC and the analytical description of a continuous curve through the synthesis of the static geometric method of forming discrete curves and the method of modeling them with numerical sequences. Separate issues of determining the correspondence of the equations of the continuous surface to the discrete function of the distribution of the external load are also investigated.
This article examines the patterns of changes in the values of the superposition coefficients of two arbitrarily specified, both adjacent and non-adjacent nodal points, under the condition of a known distribution law of the magnitude of the finite difference, which in some cases will be a prototype of the external load between the nodes of the frame, which is a discrete model of a defined geometric image.
If we change the uniformly distributed value of the finite difference or the value of the distribution function of the value of the finite difference, or the ordinates of one or two (marginal) nodal points at fixed values of the superposition coefficients, we can control the shape of the curve, discretely represented by the nodal points of its numerical sequence.
The research data determine a general approach to obtaining similar patterns of changes in the values of the superposition coefficients of two arbitrarily specified, both adjacent and non-adjacent nodal points for determining the coordinates of points of modeling any one-dimensional functional dependencies and arbitrary one-dimensional sets of points.
The results of the study of the regularities of changes in the values of the superposition coefficients given by two nodal points of different elementary functions, under the condition of a known distribution law of the magnitude of the finite difference, will allow solving the problems of continuous discrete interpolation and extrapolation by numerical sequences of any one-dimensional functional dependencies (determine the ordinates of the sought points of discrete curves) without time-consuming operations of assembling and solving large systems of linear equations
DETERMINATION OF SPECIAL POINTS OF CURVILINEAR OF THE CONTACT SURFACE IN KINEMATIC PAIRS
Authors: Ismailova Nelli , Mohylianets Tatiana , Oliinyk Nataliia
Published: February 2025

In the research, a graph-analytical method of boundary conditions of special points of curvilinear contact surfaces for machining a helical surface of a cutting tool was developed and analyzed. The basis of this research was the determination of special points of mating surfaces, which are directed from the points of the axis of the surface of rotation to a given helical surface. Graphoanalytic method is based on the position of differential and applied geometry.
Limiting conditions for determining special points in curved surfaces is a rather broad and developed section of science, based on theoretical and practical achievements of applied geometry. The development of curvilinear surfaces of cutting tools for the manufacture of complex parts in weapons and military equipment, is a very important and relevant topic for our country. In the article it is offered to optimize the process by creation of universal means to which can be referred the method of designing of conjugate curvilinear surfaces for designing of products with predetermined parameters. The proposed method makes it possible to determine graphically under what conditions special points appear at contact of curvilinear surfaces, which lays down all graphical formations, their interrelation and interdependence.
Of great importance in the design of mating curvilinear surfaces of cutting tools is the accurate reproduction of their shape as the basis for reliable operation of mechanisms of future real products in weapons and military equipment. The purpose of this article is to make a definite step in this direction, concerning creation of graphoanalytical method with the help of which it is possible to define special points of contact of conjugate curvilinear surfaces for designing of cutting tools for processing of products which have complex surfaces in armament and military equipment.
MODULAR-GEOMETRIC APPROACH IN AUTOMATED DESIGN OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING PRODUCTS
Authors: Vanin Volodymyr , Virchenko Gennadii , Yablonskyi Petro , Lazarchuk-Vorobiova Yuliia , Vorobiov Oleksii
Published: February 2025

Mechanical engineering is one of the basic branches of world industry. The formation of our state as a component of the community of European countries is closely related to it. Therefore, the further development of mechanical engineering by making appropriate improvements to it is quite relevant. A generally recognized direction for improving product quality is computer-aided design, which is quite common in the specified field of activity. This is evidenced by the widespread use of various CAD/CAM/CAE/PDM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing/Computer-Aided Engineering/Product Data Management) computer systems. Without the latter, it is almost impossible to create world-class technical facilities. This is due to the fact that the specified means make it possible to significantly shorten the design time of products, increase their quality, and reduce manufacturing and operating costs.
It is known that geometric modeling is a fundamental component for the creation of many types of industrial products and is an integral element of many modern CAD systems, i.e. automated design systems. Consequently, the corresponding characteristics of the created technical objects significantly depend on the perfection of computer shaping. There are many scientific and methodological approaches to its effective practical implementation. One of them is the methodology of structural-parametric geometric modeling proposed by the scientific school of applied geometry of the National Technical University of Ukraine "Ihor Sikorskyi Kyiv Polytechnic Institute".
A progressive direction in mechanical engineering is a modular approach, which is used during the design, manufacture and operation of technical objects. Many issues at different stages of the life cycle are closely related to the geometric parameters of products. Therefore, the scientific and applied task of developing appropriate tools for computer shaping is relevant. This publication is aimed at defining a strategy for solving the described problem. The concept presented in it is based on the principles of structural-parametric methodology
A UNIVERSAL ALGORITHM FOR ESTIMATING THE LYAPUNOV EXPONENT IN A DISSIPATIVE DYNAMICAL SYSTEM
Authors: Pechuk Vasiliy , Krasnopolskaya Tatyana , Pechuk Evgeniy
Published: February 2025

When studying dynamic systems, it often becomes necessary to quantify the degree of chaotization of the dynamic regime. The presence of a positive Lyapunov exponent in the system indicates a rapid divergence over time of any two close trajectories and sensitivity to the values ​​of the initial conditions. At the same time, the chaotic attractor geometry can be complex, contain both divergent and convergent trajectories. For such attractors, the Bennettin algorithm will give an underestimated small value. This is due to the fact that the section of convergence of the trajectories is included in the average value with a minus sign. But by definition, a strange attractor, like any attractor of a dissipative dynamical system, is limited in phase space, so the distance between the representing points on it will necessarily be either large or small. A modification of the Bennettin algorithm is proposed, which makes it possible to take into account both the divergence and the convergance of the trajectory on the attractor of a dissipative dynamical system. The method is applied to a strange attractor in the cross-waves hydrodynamic system.
Estimation of the Lyapunov exponent based on the classical Benettin algorithm does not take into account the convergence and divergence of trajectories on a chaotic attractor. The article proposes a universal algorithm, the accuracy of which does not depend on this and other features of chaotic attractors, such as their shape, size, and structure, as well as their number and location in phase space. The new algorithm makes it possible to increase the accuracy of calculations and expand the field of application of the method. The application of the proposed modification to the model of excitation of cross-shaped waves on the free surface of a liquid in a rectangular channel of finite length and depth made it possible to more accurately identify the dynamic regime.
PROBLEM OF OPTIMIZATION OF POINT POLYNOMIALS
Authors: Vereshchaga Viktor , Lysenko Kseniia
Published: February 2025

The idea of solving the problem of reducing the resource consumption of point polynomials in their software implementations is presented in general terms.
The formulation of the problem of reducing the resource consumption of point polynomials in their software implementations is briefly described.
The vision for solving this problem is outlined, which consists in the need to reduce the number of terms of the point polynomial, which optimizes the number of base points in the calculation of the current point on composite geometric models. The problem arises in the need to determine the number of terms of the point polynomial that can be discarded in the point equation, in order to reduce its degree.
Discarding terms allows you to optimize the point polynomial, which will reduce resource consumption for the creation and use of a composite geometric model of a real object with large databases. At the same time, the degree of the polynomial remains unchanged, but the accuracy of the model's operation deteriorates.
The idea of reducing the number of terms of point polynomials while keeping their degree unchanged is presented. The solution of this problem will further increase the efficiency of the application of composite geometric models for the original discrete geometric objects with large databases. The increase in efficiency will occur due to the reduction of resource consumption for the creation and use of software implementations of these composite models in the form of optimized point polynomials, due to the reduction of time for processing large data and for making the necessary management decisions. It is possible to apply optimized point polynomials both for making approximate calculations for the real object under study and for final calculations, taking into account the presence of errors that do not distort the conclusions regarding the adoption of alternatives regarding the course of the studied processes.
Bladder Chemical Carcinogens in the Workplace
Authors: Hery Michel
Published: February 2025

Exposure to certain chemicals in the workplace increases the risk of developing bladder cancer. Depending on the study, between 5 and 25% of these cancers could be due to this type of exposure. So there's a real public health issue to be tackled when it comes to preventing these risks. Raising awareness among employers and workers may mean recognising these cancers as occupational diseases. The aim of this article is to provide a number of data on the basis of which such an approach can be developed.
CSMA: An ImageJ Plugin for the Analysis of Wound Healing Assays
Authors: Pham Tri T. , Sagymbayeva Amina , Elebessov Timur , Onzhanova Zhadyra , Molnár Ferdinand
Published: February 2025

Accurate quantification of wound closure in cell migration assays is crucial yet challenging. Still, existing methods often underperform due to omitting cell detection within the wound area, resulting in biased outcomes. To overcome this limitation, we developed the CSMA plugin for ImageJ. CSMA utilizes advanced image processing techniques, including contrast enhancement, edge detection, and morphological operations, to precisely identify and quantify cells in the wound region. The plugin offers user-friendly features and adjustable parameters to accommodate different imaging conditions, ensuring robust performance across diverse experimental setups. Validation against conventional tools confirms CSMA’s superior ability to delineate wound boundaries and provide accurate estimations of area and width at every time point. As applied to SW480-ADH colon cancer cells treated with various compounds, CSMA proves valuable in biomedical research. It represents a significant advancement in wound healing assay analysis, providing researchers with a simple and reliable tool for studying cell migration dynamics with enhanced precision and reproducibility. CSMA is available as an ImageJ plugin and source code at https://github.com/AminaSagymbayeva/CSMA_WoundHealing.
“For Generations Farmers Have Preserved the Environment, Now You Are Endangering It”: Affective-discursive Practices in European Farmers’ Reaction to Climate Policy
Authors: Matejak Dora , Mahmutović Melika
Published: February 2025

The farming sector is one of the sectors most affected by climate change while simultaneously contributing to around 20% of global greenhouse emissions. To alleviate the pressures of agricultural production on nature and climate, the European Union (EU) established a new set of agri-environmental regulations positioning farmers as crucial actors in providing sustainable food and safeguarding the environment. However, farmers are increasingly contesting these regulations and mobilizing through EU-wide protests. Despite the obvious potency of the farmers’ actions, scholarly studies problematizing their manifestation in the context of climate governance are scarce. This paper addresses this gap by analyzing the 2023–2024 farmers’ protests in Slovenia to examine the interplay of affects and discourse in meaning-making among the farmers, which shows a mobilization driven by anger and fear as well as self-importance. The paper thus contributes to the knowledge on agrarian populism and farmers’ mobilizations in the European context, uncovering complexities and nuances of the articulated affective-discursive canon.
The Application and Properties of Impermeable Materials in Solid Waste Treatment at Red Mud Yard
Authors: Li Qin
Published: February 2025

Red muds pose a significant risk of environmental contamination, particularly through soil and groundwater pollution during their storage. While sodium bentonite geosynthetic clay liners (NaB GCL) have traditionally been employed extensively in red mud storage facilities, their inherent chemical sensitivity has constrained their longevity and effectiveness as a reliable barrier. This review zeroes in on the application and performance of polymer-modified bentonite geosynthetic clay liners (BPC GCL) within the context of red mud storage. The polymer modification process endows BPC GCL with a significantly reduced permeability coefficient and bolsters its chemical resistance. By subjecting BPC GCL to rigorous testing for chemical compatibility and permeability, we have been able to evaluate its efficacy in terms of impermeable and anti-fouling properties within red mud storage environments.
Identification and Treatment Technology of Geotechnical Problems in Underground Municipal Engineering
Authors: Fan Hongyu , Zhao Dongmei
Published: February 2025

Underground municipal engineering occupies an important position in promoting urban infrastructure construction, but geotechnical problems have always been the key factors restricting its safety and efficiency. Through an in-depth understanding of common geotechnical problems identification and treatment techniques in underground municipal engineering, the two core challenges of stratum stability and groundwater control are analyzed in focus. On this basis, targeted improvement strategies are proposed to provide a multi-rigorous and diversified development path for underground municipal engineering.
Research on Application Technology of High Performance Concrete in Hospital Building Construction
Authors: Li Yibo , Li Qiang , Zhang Baoquan , Wang Xiaoye , Song Ping
Published: February 2025

With the increasing requirements for structural safety and durability in the medical construction industry, high-performance concrete has become the preferred material in hospital building construction because of its excellent performance. Firstly, this paper summarizes the definition of high performance concrete and its importance in medical buildings, then analyzes the application of high performance concrete in hospital infrastructure, structural components and special environment (such as operating room, radiology department), and makes in-depth research on the key technologies such as mixing, transportation, formwork support, formwork removal, pouring and maintenance in the construction process, so as to provide scientific guidance for the application of high performance concrete in medical buildings, so as to improve the engineering quality, prolong the service life and reduce the maintenance cost.
Durability Assessment of Recycled Aggregate Concrete in Aggressive Environments
Authors: Hao Shuai
Published: February 2025

The durability of recycled aggregate concrete in harsh environment is faced with problems such as low strength, poor permeability resistance and insufficient freezing resistance, mainly due to the surface roughness and high porosity of recycled aggregate. This paper can improve the quality of the recycled aggregate, improving the aggregate treatment method and designing the concrete ratio reasonably. The use of admixture and admixture, fly ash, mineral powder and gas guiding agent, help to improve the freezing resistance, impermeability and chemical corrosion resistance of concrete. Scientific construction and curing methods play a key role in the long-term stability of concrete. These technical means can effectively improve the application performance of recycled concrete in the harsh environment.
Infection Control Strategies and Effectiveness Evaluation in Hemodialysis Care
Authors: Liu Chunyi , Wu Li
Published: February 2025

In modern medical practice, hemodialysis, as an important renal replacement therapy, is crucial for patients with end-stage renal disease. However, because the hemodialysis process involves the vascular access of the patient, the risk of infection is high, which not only affects the treatment effect of the patient, but also may endanger the life safety of the patient. Therefore, adopting effective infection control strategies are essential to ensure the safety of hemodialysis patients. This paper aims to explore infection control strategies in hemodialysis care and their effect evaluation. By reviewing relevant literature and clinical practice, we summarize various strategies including environmental control, operating procedures, patient education, monitoring and feedback, and evaluate the implementation of these strategies. It have found that these strategies can significantly reduce the incidence of hemodialysis-related infections and improve the quality of life of patients.
A Meta-analysis of the Incidence of Frailty and its Influencing Factors in Middle-aged and Elderly Inpatients with Hypertension
Authors: Li Lijuan , Zhang Yunhong , Wang Xuefan , Song Peiying , Zhang Miaomiao
Published: February 2025

Objective: To systematically review the current status of frailty and its influencing factors in middle-aged and-elderly patients hospitalized with hypertension. Methods: Literature of CNKI, China Science and Technology Journal Database, Wanfang, PubMed, Embase, Medline, Web of Science and Cochrane Library on the factors affecting combined frailty in middle-aged and elderly hypertensive patients were searched to build the database until December 31, 2023, and Meta-analysis was conducted using RevMan5.4 software. Results: A total of 14 articles including 4097 middle-aged and elderly hypertensive patients were included. The Meta-analysis results showed that: The incidence of frailty in the middle-aged and elderly hypertensive patients was 36%. And A total of 13 contributing factors were statistically significant (P <0.05). Conclusion: The occurrence of frailty in middle-aged and elderly hypertensive hospitalized patients is affected by many factors. Medical staff should focus on the evaluation and management of high-risk groups, and make early intervention to reduce the occurrence of frailty and slow down the process of frailty.
Research on the significance and methods of inner hearing training to improve the piano performance level
Authors: CHEN Chen
Published: February 2025

Inner sense of hearing training is an indispensable part of piano performance learning, which plays a key role in the improvement of performers' musical literacy and performance level. This paper deeply discusses the significance of inner hearing training in piano playing, and elaborates its positive effects on melody memory, emotional expression, and the improvement of playing skills. At the same time, this paper studies various methods of inner hearing training, including silent singing training, reciting music training, imagery training and so on, aiming at providing systematic theoretical and practical guidance for inner hearing training of piano performers and helping them make greater progress on the road of piano playing art.
The impact of pandemic on preschool education
Authors: YE Ziyu
Published: February 2025

The pandemic has profoundly impacted early childhood education, disrupting traditional models and accelerating online learning. This paper examines the impact of the pandemic on children's mental health, social skills, and learning outcomes, highlighting challenges of educational inequity such as unequal resource distribution and the increased family education burdens. It reviews practical responses, including mixed teaching models, enhanced parental involvement, and shared educational resources. The study proposes policy recommendations to promote digital equity, strengthen teachers' digital skills, and provide psychological support for children and families, emphasizing that while pandemic posed significant challenges, it also fostered innovation in education.
Analysis of world rice production according to statistics from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Authors: Aksenov I. A. , Trunin G. A. , Fabrikov M. S. , Lisyatnikov M. S. , Prusov E. S. , Roshchina S. I. , Dubrovin M. A.
Published: February 2025

Relevance. The study provides an analytical overview of global rice production over time from 1961 to 2022 according to statistics from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.The purpose of the study is to identify trends in the development of the global rice production market.Methods. The empirical basis of the study was the statistical data of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. The theoretical basis of the study was the works of famous Russian and foreign scientists, directly affecting various aspects of world rice production. The methodological basis of the study was the following methods: comparison, time analysis, data systematization.Results. China and India produce more than 50% of the world’s rice. In China, there is a trend towards a decrease in the area of rice production, in parallel with an increase in yield. There are a number of countries that have enormous development potential in the rice market: Pakistan, Cambodia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Indonesia. These countries are rapidly increasing the volume of harvesting areas for this crop and increasing the efficiency of these areas due to increased rice yield per 1 hectare.
The Effect of Work Experience, Work Communication, and Self Efficacy on Employee Performance at The Royal Pita Maha Resort Ubud, Gianyar
Authors: Dewa Ayu Nyoman Oka Sulastri  , Ni Wayan Eka Mitariani  , I Gede Yudhi Hendrawan
Published: February 2025

Hotel is one of the most popular accommodation services for tourists. In companies that provide accommodation services, of course, they must pay attention to the quality of their human resources because it will affect performance within the company. There is a phenomenon of decreased realization of company revenue along with customer complaints submitted on google reviews. Therefore, this study was conducted to examine the effect of work experience, work communication, and self efficacy on employee performance at The Royal Pita Maha Resort Ubud.  The population in this study were employees at The Royal Pita Maha Resort Ubud, which numbered 85 employees. The sampling technique used is saturated sampling technique with data analysis technique, namely multiple linear regression analysis technique. The results showed that work experience, work communication, and self efficacy had a positive and significant effect on employee performance. Resort management is expected to improve aspects of increasing work experience, work communication, and self efficacy.
The Role of Customer Satisfaction as an Intervening Variable between Servicescape and Repurchase Intention: A Study on Maxx Coffee Customers in Medan
Authors: Surbakri Michael novranda , Tamba Iventura Fitra Uli , Ningsih Trans , Agusman
Published: February 2025

Nowadays, cafes that serve coffee drinks are competing with one anotherextremely quickly. Understanding customer behavior is one strategy to win thecompetition. For instance, keeping an eye on customer satisfaction and theservicescape of their workplace. The aim of this research was to evaluate andascertain how Servicescape and Customer Satisfaction directly affectRepurchase Intention, as well as how Customer Satisfaction functions as anintermediate variable. A sample of 150 respondents was used in the descriptiveassociative research design. Using the Smart PLS application, the data analysistechnique is (Partial Least Square) PLS. The findings revealed that Servicescapeand Customer Satisfaction have a positive and significant effect on RepurchaseIntention; Servicescape has a positive and significant effect on CustomerSatisfaction; and Servicescape has a positive and significant effect onRepurchase Intention via Customer Satisfaction at Customer Maxx Coffee inMedan. The R-squared value for the variable of repurchase intention is 0.786,whereas the variable of customer satisfaction is 0.684. The acquisition of thesevalues explains that the percentage of large intention to repurchase can beexplained by servicescape and customer satisfaction of 78.6%, while theacquisition of the value that explains the percentage of the large performance ofcustomer satisfaction can be explained by servicescape of 68.4%.
ОСОБЛИВОСТІ РЕГУЛЮВАННЯ ІМПОРТУ ПРОДОВОЛЬСТВА ТА ТОВАРІВ ДЛЯ АГРОПРОМИСЛОВОГО ВИРОБНИЦТВА УКРАЇНИ
Authors: Павленко Олексій
Published: February 2025

В умовах повномасштабного воєнного вторгнення зростає потреба України в імпорті продовольства та окремих категорій товарів для агропромислового виробництва. Вітчизняні підприємства не можуть повністю задовольнити сучасні потреби українських споживачів, через що це компенсується імпортом товарів аграрного походження та призначення. Тому важливим стає забезпечення ефективного регулювання імпорту продовольства і товарів для агропромислового виробництва. Мета статті - проаналізувати сучасний стан та проблемні аспекти регулювання імпорту продовольства та товарів для агропромислового виробництва України. Дослідження засноване на аналізі актуальних наукових праць вітчизняних науковців, нормативно-правових актів та аналітичних досліджень. Насамперед, проаналізовано особливості імпорту продовольства та товарів агропромислового призначення. Проаналізовано структуру імпорту продовольчих товарів в Україну та встановлено, що основні категорії товарів – це ті, які майже не виробляються в Україні. Роль імпорту продовольства зростає під час повномасштабної війни через неспроможність вітчизняних підприємств у повній мірі задовольнити потреби споживачів. Проведено аналіз структури імпорту товарів для агропромислового виробництва та визначено їх основні категорії. Встановлено, що основним нормативно-правовим актом, що визначає регулювання імпорту даних категорій товарів в Україну є Закон України «Про державне регулювання імпорту сільськогосподарської продукції». Проведено аналіз постанови КМУ, яка визначає основні положення ліцензування імпортних товарів в Україні окремих категорій. Визначено, що основними механізмами регулювання імпорту продовольства та товарів для агропромислового виробництва є ліцензування, сертифікація та митне оформлення. Підкреслено, що існуючі механізми та нормативно-правове регулювання є недостатніми та потребують вдосконалення, враховуючи зростаючі потреби в імпорті даних категорій товарів в Україну. Результати дослідження дозволили встановити, що завдяки вдосконаленню існуючих підходів до регулювання імпорту цих груп товарів існує можливість задовольнити сучасні потреби споживачів.
Il ruolo dei tutor nell'istruzione tecnica superiore. A partire dall'osservazione di una realtà concreta
Authors: Bertuletti Paolo , Ghitti Giulia , Potestio Andrea
Published: February 2025

Sulla base di una ricerca empirica svolta presso un importante ITS lombardo gli autori riflettono sul ruolo educativo e formativo dei tutor che accompagnano gli studenti dell'istruzione tecnologica superiore nei percorsi di tirocinio e apprendistato. Tali figure facilitano senza dubbio gli apprendimenti, che nel caso dei corsi di studio considerati avvengono in alternanza fra lezioni d'aula ed esperienza on the job, ma la loro funzione pare avvicinarsi soprattutto a quella del coaching, a cui si sommano compiti di mediazione e facilitazione che vanno a beneficio tanto dei singoli studenti, quanto dell'intera organizzazione e comunità di apprendimento. Più precisamente essi supportano i loro tutee in un processo non sempre facile di orientamento e di acquisizione di habitus professionali indispensabili per inserirsi efficacemente nel mondo del lavoro. Rimane aperta la sfida pedagogica di investire sulle figure tutoriali non solo per garantire l'accompagnamento educativo di cui hanno bisogno giovani che si affacciano per la prima volta al mondo del lavoro, ma anche per favorire direttamente e intenzionalmente i processi di apprendimento in alternanza. La piena valorizzazione formativa e culturale – e non solo occupazionale – dell'istruzione tecnica superiore passa anche da questo.
Embodied Creativity: An experimental school laboratory on movement to promote the educational development of students with SLD
Authors: Di Palma Davide , Tafuri Maria Giovanna
Published: February 2025

The concept of creativity identified as a mental construct, in recent years, has seen an evolution towards an embodied vision of creativity. The body and movement take on a fundamental role as an educational and inclusive tool for relating to others, for exploring the environment and as a generator of ideas and mental abilities. In this regard, the aim of this research was to propose a creative dance school laboratory for students with Specific Learning Disorders (SLD) and evaluate its effectiveness in the development of fundamental personal skills. The Questionnaire on Mental Abilities second version (QuAM 2) was used as an evaluation tool and the results allowed us to appreciate the goodness of the educational proposal and to propose interesting considerations for the stakeholders of teaching and special pedagogy.
Learning Environments and New Technologies: Pedagogical Perspectives for the development of Inclusive Educational Scenarios
Authors: Latino Francesca , Tafuri Francesco
Published: February 2025

The ongoing technological revolution in the present era brings forth new demands within the realm of education, necessitating the creation of innovative pedagogical and educational encounters. Learning through technologies serves as a framework to facilitate teaching, enabling the introduction of new experiences and social practices aimed at generating new knowledge and competencies. Within this framework, the realm of physical education demonstrates substantial interconnectedness with the application of technological tools that can serve as assets for its advancement. Hence, the objective of this manuscript is to provide insights and novel viewpoints regarding the influence of emerging information and communication technologies on the processes of teaching and learning. Indeed, these new technologies enable the diversification of teaching approaches, allowing all students to engage in knowledge acquisition through practical involvement and personal experimentation, thereby expanding the realms of perceptual-motor activities. By leveraging these new technologies, educators can create inclusive learning environments that cater to the diverse needs of all students, regardless of their abilities or backgrounds. However, it's essential to ensure that technology integration is done thoughtfully and with consideration for accessibility, equity, and inclusivity. Ongoing professional development and support for educators are also crucial to maximize the potential of these technologies in promoting inclusive didactics.
Unveiling the Potential of Artificial Intelligence and Humanistic Management in Enriching Higher Education: Insights from Italian and Mexican Universities
Authors: Ragusa Antonio , Caggiano Valeria , Alor Iker Omar Belsaguy
Published: February 2025

In the rapidly evolving landscape of educational technologies, especially with the rise of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), it is crucial to understand these concepts and effectively use these innovations to shape contemporary educational practices. This article delves into a comprehensive analysis of the strategic initiatives within academic institutions, predominantly focusing on humanities, law, economics, and socio-political sciences courses. A primary emphasis is placed on integrating soft skills and Artificial Intelligence (AI) competencies in Master's programs, as existing literature highlights their critical role in enhancing employability and workplace performance. By exploring the strategies implemented by Italian and Mexican universities, the study provides valuable insights into the transformational approaches designed to enhance soft skills and AI competencies. The findings uncover significant differences and convergences, shedding light on the diverse responses of institutions to the evolving demands of the contemporary academic and professional landscape.
Intelligenza generativa artificiale in medical education: ragionamento clinico artificiale vs ragionamento clinico umano
Authors: Cera Rosa
Published: February 2025

La finalità principale del presente contributo è di illustrare le potenzialità dell'utilizzo dell'intelligenza generativa artificiale (GenAI) in medical education. In particolare, l'autore persegue quattro specifici obiettivi: illustrare le potenzialità di GenAI e nello specifico di LLM (Large Language Model) e GPT-4 (quarta generazione della serie GPT, modello linguistico di grandi dimensioni multimodale) per lo  sviluppo del curriculum in medical education (integrazione di contenuti di conoscenza, personalizzazione degli obiettivi di apprendimento, utilizzo di strumenti didattici innovativi come i pazienti virtuali); documentare il contributo di GenAI nel ragionamento clinico e la necessità di fare riferimento all'intelligenza ibrida, un misto tra le due, dove entrambe svolgono compiti epistemici chiaramente delineati e complementari; effettuare una chiara distinzione tra compiti epistemici del clinical decision support systems (CDSS) e quelli invece propri dell'essere umano, oltre a sottolineare l'importanza del contesto embedded nella elaborazione diagnostica; progettare un teaching framework di ragionamento clinico.
A.T.E.N.A.: Augmented Tools for Enhancement of Neural Activation. Variety of teaching styles and consistent effectiveness of augmented reality in didactics
Authors: Lembo Luna , Cipollone Elèna , Peluso Cassese Francesco
Published: February 2025

A.T.E.N.A. is a research project launched in January 2023, aimed at exploring the impact of augmented reality (AR) in didactic by harnessing the synergy between human potential and the generative artificial potential that enabled its creation. A.T.E.N.A. is grounded in a solid theoretical framework that integrates the principles of constructivism and Embodied Cognition. The use of AR through smartphones makes the method particularly effective for engaging digital natives, creating learning conditions anchored to their reality. Additionally, manipulating AR models stimulates motor cortex activation, fostering a more immersive and interactive learning experience. Following the positive results of the A.T.E.N.A. methodology on learning processes, the influence of the teacher's teaching style on outcomes was investigated. The data revealed that, despite varying teaching styles, student performance was not negatively affected, with a 40% improvement in memory tests compared to the control group. Thus, A.T.E.N.A.'s approach has proven to be effective regardless of the teaching style adopted by the instructor, enabling students to improve their performance.
Generative Artificial Intelligence at school: University students perceptions and visions at Learning Sciences Faculty
Authors: Murgia Emiliana , Bruni Filippo
Published: February 2025

This study explores the attitudes and perceptions of preservice teachers regarding applications of Generative Artificial Intelligence, with particular reference to ChatGPT and their use in school. Functional elements emerge for professors, teachers' trainers, instructional designers. There is interest and appreciation of the potential, caution in considering use in the classroom, and incomplete awareness of the specific characteristics. The ability to adapt texts  is not perceived. Instead, confidence emerges in the reliability of the results when searching for information with the disbelief that they can be alternative tools to traditional search engines. The participants agree on the need for systematic and widespread training, which should involve preservice teachers, in-service teachers, and students.
Intelligenza Artificiale Generativa (IAG). La nuova frontiera dell'istruzione o un dilemma etico?
Authors: Pastorelli Valentina
Published: February 2025

Questo articolo esplora l'impatto dell'Intelligenza Artificiale Generativa (IAG) nell'ambito educativo, analizzando le opportunità e i rischi associati alla sua integrazione in scuole e università. Nella prima parte, vengono delineate le applicazioni pratiche dell'IAG, evidenziando come possa personalizzare l'apprendimento e supportare la creatività degli studenti. Successivamente, si approfondiscono le implicazioni etiche, come la dipendenza tecnologica, la riduzione dell'autonomia degli studenti, il rischio di bias negli algoritmi e le sfide legate alla privacy dei dati. Il lavoro prosegue proponendo raccomandazioni per un'implementazione responsabile e sostenibile dell'IAG nell'educazione, sottolineando l'importanza di una regolamentazione attenta e della collaborazione tra sviluppatori, educatori e policymakers. Infine, si discutono le prospettive future per la ricerca e lo sviluppo di tecnologie IAG più trasparenti ed eque. L'articolo conclude con una riflessione sulla necessità di un approccio bilanciato, in grado di sfruttare le potenzialità dell'IAG senza compromettere l'integrità e l'equità del sistema educativo.
Abduzione e pratica educativa: come ragionano gli educatori in tirocinio
Authors: Saltarelli Beatrice , Mantoet Elena
Published: February 2025

Obiettivo di questo studio pilota è indagare un aspetto del processo di ragionamento attivato dagli educatori socio-pedagogici in formazione, durante le loro esperienze di tirocinio. Nello specifico individuare e mappare gli assunti alla luce dei quali gli studenti giungono a decidere in favore di una specifica azione (compreso il non agire). Presupposto è che l'abduzione sia la tipologia di ragionamento maggiormente pertinente per comprendere e decidere in merito ad eventi sempre nuovi, come spesso sono quelli vissuti nella pratica educativa. L'analisi tematica del diario di bordo, come strumento di indagine, restituisce, da una parte un facile accesso degli studenti alla messa a fuoco degli impliciti alla base dell'azione scelta (94%), dall'altra una complessità degli impliciti stessi (tra assunti, ipotesi esplicativa e scopo) che richiede tanto ulteriori indagini in merito, quanto un'attenzione didattica nell'ottica di sollecitare un appropriato apprendimento dall'esperienza.