bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Unsupervised machine learning application in the selection of measurement strategy on Coordinate Measuring Machine
Authors: Strbac B. , Ranisavljev M. , Orosnjak M. , Havrlisan, S. , Dudic B. , Savkovic B.
Published: October 2024

It is indisputable that some type of coordinate measurement system (CMS) is generally used to assess the quality of dimensional and geometric characteristics. Considering the required accuracy, flexibility, and speed of measurement, a CMM with a scanning sensor may offer the best performance. These measurement systems are very complex, and many factors affect the reliability of the measurement results. A Metrologist’s choice represents the greatest variability in the measurement strategy. Previous research has shown that the measurement results can be changed up to 100 % by choosing a different measurement strategy when evaluating the form error. This paper conducts a detailed study of the impact of the measurement strategy on the cylindricity error when measuring eleven workpieces with the same nominal characteristics, but different real characteristics described by roughness and the reference value of cylindricity. To examine the influence and importance of certain factors and their levels, design of experiment (DoE) and unsupervised machine learning techniques of PCA (Principal Component Analysis) and Multiple Correspondence Analysis (MCA), were used. The results suggest that depending on the real geometry of the workpiece, different factors with different percentages influence the output characteristic. The objective was to choose a uniform measurement strategy when measuring cylindricity on the CMM, while the prior information about the actual geometry of the workpiece is lacking.
Impact of fairness concerns on resource-sharing decisions: A comparative analysis using evolutionary game models in manufacturing enterprises
Authors: Xu W. , Xu S. , Liu D.Y. , Awaga A.L. , Rabia A. , Zhang Y.Y.
Published: October 2024

In recent years, the resource-sharing model has developed rapidly, and manufacturing enterprises have paid more attention to profit distribution and resource investment. Studying the role of fairness concern behaviour in enterprise resource-sharing decisions can provide strategic references for enterprises to implement resource-sharing. This article considers the fairness concern behaviour of resource-sharing enterprises and constructs two symmetric evolutionary game models for resource-sharing. Based on the resource-sharing strategy when the enterprise is fair and neutral, a comparative study is conducted on the impact of fairness concern behaviour on the resource-sharing equilibrium strategy. MATLAB is used for numerical simulation. The analysis results indicate that: (1) the system cost coefficient, information level coefficient, information loss coefficient, resource conversion ability coefficient, resource collaboration ability coefficient, and penalty factor all have an impact on the strategic evolution results of both parties in the game enterprise, (2) fairness concerns include heterogeneity, directionality, and reinforcement, which affect the resource-sharing strategies of enterprises. This study provides a reference for shared decision-making in manufacturing enterprises and provides recommendations for their business development.
Current state and production characteristics of the Polish tanning industry: A case study
Authors: Bielak E. , Zakrzewska M.
Published: October 2024

This article presents the results of a study on the current state and evaluation of the Polish tanning industry, focusing on its production characteristics. The research sample included 220 companies that were contacted to gather information about their operations. Some of these companies have been suspended, liquidated, or have changed their business profiles. Approximately 30 % confirmed that they are still active in leather manufacturing, indicating that the Polish tanning industry is experiencing a process of deindustrialization. Surveys conducted in 20 companies revealed that Polish tanneries operate on national, European, and global scales. Most of them are micro or small enterprises with annual revenues of up to PLN 5 million. The primary factor defining their competitiveness is the high quality of the products and services they offer. They mainly process calfskin and cowhides sourced from Poland and abroad, primarily for the footwear sector. Polish tanneries are aware of global trends, including the industry's shift towards ecological practices, the adoption of modern technologies, and the introduction of innovations. Given the current challenges facing the Polish tanning industry, it is essential to take action to improve the health of this sector of the economy.
Optimization of reverse logistics network for end-of-life vehicles: A Shanghai case study
Authors: Yao J.
Published: October 2024

With the surge in car ownership, the end-of-life vehicles recycling market has shown enormous development potential. As the reverse logistics network for recycling end-of-life vehicles suffers from high operating costs and low recycling rates, there is an urgent need to upgrade the actual recycling measures for end-of-life vehicles to an operable level. This article first uses the OGM (1, N) model to predict the number of end-of-life vehicles in the coming years. At the same time, a reverse logistics network model with the second-hand car market as the recycling centre was constructed with the goal of minimizing the total cost of the end-of-life vehicles reverse logistics network. The network model was simulated using mixed integer programming (MILP), and the optimal solution was solved through LINGO 12 programming. Through an example analysis of Shanghai, it is found that the market of end-of-life vehicles will embrace growth, and it is verified that the optimized reverse logistics network can effectively reduce the operation cost and logistics cost of recycling centres, and can effectively improve the actual recycling rate of end-of-life vehicles. Finally, the optimized site selection results are obtained, and a specific traffic distribution scheme is proposed, which is crucial for promoting cars that meet scrap standards to be recycled through formal channels and reducing logistics costs for recycling enterprises.
Simulation analysis of dual-end queuing ride-hailing system considering driver-side queue management
Authors: Tang M.C. , Cao J. , Gong D.Q. , Xue G. , Khoa B.T.
Published: October 2024

Ride-hailing services have transformed urban transportation through convenience yet introduced new complexities around efficiency and traffic management. This study investigates the dual-queuing problem in ride-hailing from the driver perspective using a multi-agent simulation approach. The focus is dissecting the dynamics between driver search times and passenger wait times, which critically influence operational efficiency especially during peak demand. Exploring these interactions aims to uncover insights that could improve service efficiency and customer satisfaction. Addressing such ride-hailing challenges is vital not just for individual providers but also for advancing sustainable mobility across rapidly growing metropolitan regions. Enhanced efficiency connects to broader urban development narratives around livability, accessibility, and responsible mobility ecosystems.
Structure and bioactivity of tannin extracts from Taxodium ‘Zhongshanshan’
Authors: Song Zhengtao , Xiao Jian , Liu Tingting , Chu Qiulu , Yu Chaoguang , Yin Yunlong , Xuan Lei , Wu Shufang
Published: October 2024

Taxodium ‘Zhongshanshan’ is a distinctive tree known for its rapid growth and robust stress resilience. To enhance the utilization of forestry resources, tannin extracts were procured from the barks (BE) and leaves (LE) of Taxodium ‘Zhongshanshan’. The tannin structures were characterized by FT-IR and MALDI-TOF MS, and found to be condensed tannin with a degree of polymerization not exceeding 6. The tannin extracts exhibited a potent ability to scavenge free radicals at capacities of 60–80 % compared to Vitamin C (VC). They inhibited the bacterial strains Escherichia coli (E. coli) and Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus), with a pronounced effect on the latter. Furthermore, tannin from Taxodium ‘Zhongshanshan’ appears benign and have no significant effect on cell activity.
Optical, electrical, dielectric and mechanical properties of microcrystalline cellulose/starch based biocomposite films
Authors: Rhalmi Othmane , Ben Zarouala Khadija , Garmim Taoufik , Chouni Khadija , El Meskine Adil , Lahkale Redouane , Sabbar Elmouloudi
Published: October 2024

In this work, we have synthesized biocomposite films based on starch reinforced with microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) with different MCC/starch weight contents (0, 1, 3, 5, and 7 %). These films were characterized by various techniques such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and energy-dispersive X-ray analysis (EDX), which showed dispersed and biocompatible structures for MCC and starch. It was found that the increase in MCC content (from 0 to 7 wt%) led to decreasing the water solubility, and reducing the absorption coefficients, transmission percentages and electrical conductivity. However, the improvement of dielectric and mechanical properties was demonstrated by decreasing the dielectric loss tangent and increasing the Young’s modulus, respectively making them suitable for dielectric and mechanical applications.
Thermally conductive, mechanically robust alumina-incorporated polyurethane films prepared by ultraviolet light curing
Authors: Tsai Ming-Liao , Dai Yong-Ming , Wu Rou-Xuan , Lo An-Ya
Published: October 2024

The development of heat dissipating composite materials for electronic systems can be expedited using alumina particles as modifiable polymer-matrix fillers. However, these composites are difficult to synthesize given the tradeoffs between thermal conductivity, insulating characteristics, and conduciveness to processing. To that end, the present study is focused on synthesizing environmentally friendly polyurethane films that could be cured by ultraviolet light within minutes, without requiring high-temperature heat treatment. Through the optimization of alumina modification, hybridization of thermally conductive fillers, filler content, and stirring time on the thermal conductivity of the polyurethane composites, this study improves the process for sustainability, low-cost, and convenient preparation. The experimental results confirmed that the use of surface modification and hybrid fillers is effective for enhancing the thermal conductivity, with the value of the polyurethane integrated with 50 wt% Al2O3 and 5 wt% Al2O3–poly (catechol/polyamine) being 76.40 wt% higher than that of pure PU (0.44 W/mK). Additionally, the use of hybrid fillers resulted in superior mechanical and thermal properties (such as tensile strain, tensile strength, thermal expansion coefficient, and temperature resistance) compared with those of pure PU and films incorporated with only a single filler.
Crystal structure of poly[aqua-(pyridine-3-carboxylato-κ1
N)(pyridine-3-carboxylato-κ2
O,O′) cadmium(II)] dihydrate, C12H14N2O7Cd
Authors: Feng Yu-Quan , Chen Shu-Yang , Yue Zi-Long
Published: October 2024

C12H14N2O7Cd, monoclinic, P21/c (no. 14), a = 13.105(7) Å, b = 7.927 (4) Å, c = 15.281 (9) Å, β = 110.220(9)°, V = 1489.6(14) Å3, Z = 4, R

gt
(F) = 0.0246, wR

ref
(F
2) = 0.0530, T = 293 K.
The crystal structure of 2-(2′-carboxybenzyl)benzoic acid, C15H12O5
Authors: Xi-Hai Yan , Bo Zhao , Peng-Cheng Fan , Xi-Shi Tai
Published: October 2024

C15H12O5, monoclinic, P21/c (no. 14), a = 16.1399(4) Å, b = 19.2950(5) Å, c = 8.2567(2) Å, β = 97.078(1)°, V = 2551.70(11) Å3, Z = 8, R

gt
(F) = 0.0440, wRref
(F
2) = 0.1326, T = 299.15 K.
Awakening Ghosts of Grief
Authors: Malone Caroline
Published: October 2024

When the author is thirteen years old, her mother unexpectedly dies, leaving her father a single parent. She uses the event to explore how parental bereavement trauma shaped her adolescent development. The author touches upon several aspects of bereavement trauma including isolation, anxiety, confusion, sadness, anger, withdrawal, abandonment, and shame. The author provides insight into the culture of the parentally bereaved and traumatized adolescent.
Confronting My Mortality
Authors: Doss Adéyemi
Published: October 2024

Witnessing someone die can bring about an array of emotional pain, fear, and despair. In this autoethnography, the author tells a story of the time he witnessed two young African American men fall victim to violence in his hometown of Gary, Indiana. Throughout this essay, the author graphically describes the overwhelming shock and impact of witnessing their deaths and how that moment engulfed him emotionally. Through this narrative he explores the complex emotions that arose from this traumatic experience, one that compelled him to examine the complexities of facing his own mortality.
The Day the Department of Education Invaded My Classroom
Authors: Anderson S. Luke
Published: October 2024

Recent legislation in Tennessee regarding “divisive concepts” or policing books and topics in classrooms has created a tense environment for educators throughout the state. Through autoethnographic reflections on these policies and their direct impact on the author as a secondary teacher, he explores the greater impact of such policies and the potential “chilling effect” they can have in silencing educators nationwide. He then discusses the implications of either choosing to speak out about these experiences in hopes of inspiring social activism to curb invasive educational legislation or choosing to remain silent, instead growing numb to policies educators often feel helpless to substantially impact. Ultimately, he argues for the former course of action despite the potential risks.
Pronunciation Patterns and Challenges of the Japanese Long Vowel (Chouon) /ei/ Among Indonesian Students
Authors: Febriyanti Rike
Published: October 2024

This study examines the pronunciation patterns of the Japanese vowel sequence /ei/ among 62 students from six universities across six provinces in Indonesia. In Japanese, the vowel sequence /ei/ is commonly neutralized to /e:/. According to Takayama (1992), this neutralization is incomplete in formal or careful speech, where /ei/ is pronounced distinctly as /ei/. Hashimoto (2006) observed that speakers alternate between /ei/ and /e:/, particularly at the ends of sentences. This research explores how Indonesian students, who typically pronounce words according to their written forms, produce the vowel sequence /ei/ in both the initial and final positions of familiar Japanese words. This study was conducted between January to June 2024. Participants were tasked with identifying instances where native Japanese speakers used the long vowel /ei/ in sentences. They then recorded their pronunciations of these words in various positions. The recordings were analyzed using PRAAT software. Results show that native Japanese speakers typically pronounce /ei/ as a long /e:/ with an average duration of 0.173 seconds.
In comparison, Indonesian learners pronounced /ei/ in "reizouko" with an average duration of 0.204 seconds and in "yotei" with 0.148 seconds, indicating a tendency for longer pronunciation at the beginning of words. The longest recorded duration was 0.49 seconds, and the shortest was 0.04 seconds, possibly due to hesitation. Furthermore, learners tended to simplify the /ei/ sound, especially at the start or end of sentences. This study highlights the need for targeted pronunciation instruction and additional practice time in Japanese language curricula to address these specific phonetic challenges.
Implementation and Effectiveness of Project-Based Learning in the Japanese-Indonesian Translation Course
Authors: Dwi Astartia Dina , Fahrul Rochim Julita , Hapsari Intan , Alifany Darrienda Aldilah , Salsa Biela Fatin Jihan
Published: October 2024

This study aims to describe two primary issues in the following case study: (1) how Project-Based Learning (PjBL) is applied, and (2) whether students can implement “proactive learning,” “interactive learning,” and “authentic learning” through PjBL. Based on the findings, we also explore an outline and framework for PjBL, specifically in a Japanese Translation course. The study examines the effectiveness and implementation of PjBL by analyzing observations and interviews with students during the project “Translation and Japanese-Indonesian Subtitling for Occupational Safety Training for Indonesian Workers in Japan's Manufacturing Industry.”The results indicate that PjBL was conducted in five steps: (1) connecting to the problem, (2) setting the structure, (3) revisiting the problem, (4) producing the product, and (5) evaluation. We conclude that by following these steps, students effectively implemented “proactive learning,” “interactive learning,” and “authentic learning.”.
Community Informatics & I
Authors: Mehra Bharat
Published: October 2024

In this essay, inspired by the timeliness of our chronologically shared symbolic birth (the journal’s inaugural issue and my professional career as a faculty member) I briefly discuss and critically analyze the influence of community informatics upon my professional journey, in our mutual symbiotic growth, intersections and divergences. I also share my insights and reflections of the process that might influence readers’ own thinking about the past, present, and future of community informatics and its identity, intersections, growth, and more. This opportune moment allows me to draw upon intersections with my current work in social justice and inclusion advocacy and trace my privileged positionality to the “nurturing intellectual embrace” of community informatics that opened many proverbial doors and areas of impact over the years. In the process, I use evidence chronicled in my current curriculum vita that serves as a roadmap providing documentation “on the record” of milestones and activities referenced along the journey as I also develop ponderings of the past, current, and future emergence and growth of community informatics. In tracing key directions of growth through my own lens of experience and reality with community informatics shows how broader aspects in the larger society, academic world, and information field have strongly curtailed its emergence and adoption. Considering such factors directly might be helpful to shape its positive placement and positionality moving into the future.
Characteristics of bast fibers derived from the bark of three paper-mulberry cultivars in Korea
Authors: Go In-Hee , Jo Ah-Hyeon , Jang Kyung-Ju , Jeong Seon-Hwa
Published: October 2024

Bast fiber from paper-mulberry (Broussonetia papyrifera) has long been utilized for handmade paper in Asia, serving as a prominent non-wood cellulose material. When restoring paper cultural assets, selecting a similar paper to the original ensures longevity and prevents deterioration issues like warping or tearing. The production of handmade paper involves several processes, including refining, steaming, and bleaching of raw materials. Once formed into sheets, the physical properties of the paper are dictated by these materials and remain unchanged unless the paper is newly made. Handmade paper production is labor-intensive and time-consuming, emphasizing the need for careful raw material selection to match desired characteristics. This study evaluated the dendrological, morphological, anatomical, and chemical compositions of three paper-mulberry wood types cultivated in Korea and inferred their suitability as pulp for papermaking or repair of archival paper specimens. Paper-mulberry wood showed differences in fiber length according to molecular phylogenetic characteristics, but there were no differences in anatomical characteristics owing to the immaturity of the wood. This study investigated the characteristics of the bast fibers from the bark of paper-mulberry trees with different genetic traits to identify favorable factors likely to affect the pulp and papermaking process and paper quality.
Orange peel: Low cost agro-waste for the extraction of polyphenols by statistical approach and biological activities
Authors: Charunivedha S. , Aljowaie Reem M. , Elshikh Mohamed S. , Malar T. Renisheya Joy Jeba
Published: October 2024

Food waste is an excellent source of various bioactive secondary metabolites. In addition, food waste is a global issue, and more research is being focused on the conversion of value-adding products from food waste, especially fruits. In this study, bioactive polyphenols were extracted from orange peels. The parameters that affect the extraction of polyphenols from orange peels were optimized using response surface methodology. Ethanol was used to extract bioactive polyphenols, and the extraction time (min), extraction temperature, and ethanol concentration (%) were analyzed. Orange peels are an excellent source of polyphenols, and the yield was increased under optimized extraction conditions (p<0.05). The polyphenol content increased twofold (38.4 mg GAE/g) under the optimized extraction conditions (53% ethanol, 51 degrees centigrade and 96 min extraction time). Crude polyphenols exhibited significant antibacterial activity against Bacillus subtilis (19±1 mm zone of inhibition), followed by Staphylococcus aureus (17±2 mm zone of inhibition) (p<0.05). In addition, orange peel extract exhibited antifungal activity against A. flavus and C. albicans. The ethanol extract exhibited DPPH activity (1.61±0.03 mg GAE/100 g) and ABTS reducing power (1.48±0.01 mg GAE/100 g). The polyphenol compounds exhibited antibiofilm activity against biofilm-producing Bacillus subtilis and increased in a dose-dependent manner (p<0.05).
Liquid absorbent bamboo fiber foams: Towards 100% ligno-cellulosic menstrual absorbent pads
Authors: Deville Mathilde , Marietti Nina , Viguié Jérémie , Sillard Cécile , Charlier Quentin
Published: October 2024

Traditional menstrual absorbent pads typically combine cellulose fiber fluff pulp with non-biodegradable, petroleum-based superabsorbent polymers (SAPs). To eliminate the need for SAPs, this study explores foaming as a method to create a highly porous lignocellulosic fiber network capable of storing large amounts of fluid. Bamboo fibers were chosen due to their high lignin content, which is expected to help maintain the structural integrity of the porous network during liquid absorption and preventing collapse compared to 100% cellulose fibers. The bamboo fiber foams demonstrated remarkable porosity and superior absorbency compared to commercial pads, but they exhibited lower water retention when subjected to compression. Refining the fibers and incorporating microfibrillated cellulose offer promising opportunities to enhance water retention.
Occupational safety and hidden risks in a furniture factory: A comprehensive assessment of hazards related to noise, lighting, thermal comfort, and dust exposure
Authors: Özdemir Mustafa , Albayrak Sirer
Published: October 2024

This study assessed the occupational health and safety conditions in a furniture manufacturing facility, focusing on key environmental factors such as noise, lighting, thermal comfort, and dust exposure. Noise measurements recorded levels as high as 95.3 dB(A) during CNC machine operations, exceeding legal exposure limits of 87 dB(A), posing significant risks to workers’ hearing health. Lighting assessments showed levels ranging from 134 to 247 lux in production lines, which falls below the recommended threshold of 300 lux for adequate visibility. Thermal comfort was evaluated with temperature readings at 14.2 °C and relative humidity at 43%, revealing marginal comfort conditions that could reduce worker efficiency and satisfaction. Dust exposure measurements indicated respirable dust concentrations reaching 3.69 mg/m³ in the cutting department, which is close to the permissible exposure limit of 5 mg/m³, raising concerns about long-term respiratory health. These findings suggest several measures to improve workplace safety, including enhanced engineering controls, mandatory personal protective equipment (PPE), improved lighting systems, optimised thermal conditions, and advanced ventilation to reduce dust exposure. This comprehensive evaluation provides critical insights for improving furniture factories’ occupational health and safety practices.
The knowledge of medical staff on the impact of noise on neonatal intensive care units patients and its application in practice.
Authors: Rozensztrauch Anna , Migza Gabriela , Klisowska Iwona , Twardak Jerzy , Salik Katarzyna , Twardak Iwona
Published: October 2024

Noise is an undesirable environmental factor whose control and reduction should be standard in every Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Its impact can have negative effects on both the mental and physical health of the body. Newborns, especially premature infants, are particularly sensitive to the negative effects of noise. the negative impact of noise can be reduced through appropriate behaviour of the medical staff.
Aim. The aim of the study is to analyse the knowledge of medical staff on the impact of noise on newborns staying in Neonatal Intensive Care Units and to evaluate its use in practice.
Methods. A total of 104 respondents working in neonatal wards participated in the study. The survey was conducted online using social media. The study employed the diagnostic survey method with a self-designed questionnaire. The first part of the ques- tionnaire concerned the aspects of knowledge on the impact of noise on hospitalised new- borns; the second part addressed the socio-demographic issues of the medical staff.
Results. Training on noise exposure for newborns is not common in the workplace. There are no recommendations regulating noise standards and control equipment. The surveyed individuals do not have in-depth knowledge about acceptable noise levels in newborn rooms. Only one in three employees was able to provide the correct answers in this regard. Older employees with longer experience and residents of large cities scored higher in knowledge than younger individuals. Those with a higher level of knowledge and satisfaction with their work and earnings show the greatest care in reducing noise intensity in the ward.
Conclusions. In neonatal pathology wards and (NICUs), noise standards and recom- mendations are more common than in physiology wards. Employees caring for new- borns need training on the sources and impact of noise on babies. it is necessary to limit the noise generated by the staff, such as loud conversations, slamming furniture, placing objects on incubators, or moving equipment.
Do older adults need technological innovation? Analysis of the needs and opportunities with regard to new technologies on the example of Poland
Authors: Klisowska Iwona , Twardak Iwona , Jarynowski Andrzej , Seń Mariola , Grabowska Barbara
Published: October 2024

Aim. The aim of the study was to discuss the question of whether seniors are inter- ested in technological innovations and whether technological innovations appearing on the market are attractive to seniors.
Concept. New technologies appearing on the market are aimed at a wide audience. Their purpose is to improve daily life, quality of life, safety and assistance. Seniors are a specific target group, varying in age, functional and cognitive ability and economic ca- pacity. The problems of senior citizens are a challenge to create technological innovations to improve their quality of life with examples from Poland.
Results. In the daily life of older people, it is difficult not to notice various forms of support. These include health and safety, independence, communication, but also edu- cation and development. Not all older people will use new technologies, due to various reasons and barriers. Developers and innovators should consider the needs of seniors and meet the requirements of tools for this age group. However, in this age of rapidly advancing technology, it is important to remember that the current generation of young and working-age people will learn to use innovations and, as elderly, will already be us- ing technology on a daily basis.
Integrating artificial intelligence in forensic science
Authors: Dudek Angelika , Dąbek Anna , Zborowska Iwona , Lichosik Jakub
Published: October 2024

Thesis. The thesis of this article is to explore the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) methodology in forensic science. An assessment of the potential implications of AI for improving investigative processes and outcomes will also be addressed.
Concept. The concept focuses on exploring the application of AI technologies in ar- eas of science such as analysing evidence recognising patterns and supporting decision- making systems. The article emphasises the practical use of AI algorithms in investiga- tions. on exploring how artificial intelligence technologies can be implemented in various aspects of forensic science.
Results. An analysis of existing literature and case studies shows that integrating AI into forensic science can improve efficiency, accuracy, and objectivity in investigations. AI tools can automate tasks analyse datasets and identify patterns that might be challeng-

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ing for humans to detect. However utilising AI in forensic science poses challenges like algorithms, privacy issues with data handling, and the necessity for oversight. Further- more, when employing intelligence for inquiries it is essential to prioritise transparency, and accountability and uphold integrity in decision-making processes.
Originality. This article adds to the discussion about integrating AI into science by of- fering a thorough examination of its potential advantages and obstacles faced along, with ethical concerns. By merging research findings and offering perspectives on emerging trends we can gain insights, into the impact of AI on advancing investigations in the years ahead. Additionally, the theoretical structure presented here establishes a foundation for research studies and practical implementations, within the field of forensic science.
Keywords: Artificial intelligence, forensic science, AI applications in forensic science, machine learning for evidence analysis, crime scene reconstruction with AI
Immersive technologies between technicization and human dimension: general aspects and applications
Authors: Di Sia Paolo
Published: October 2024

Aim. The paper offers an overview of the most studied and used immersive tech- nologies to date, considering the main applications and possible related experiments. In recent years, the technological revolution is profoundly changing humanity’s way of life. Immersive Technologies, in particular Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR), are changing the relationship between humans and technology.
Methods. Immersive technologies are introduced starting from a historical point of view, through a possible definition and concepts that describe in particular AR and VR, towards the recent developments.
Results. Industry, the entertainment sector, marketing, medicine, education and training are considered as main fields of application. Then the focus goes on the disci- pline of Public Speaking, considering its challenges, techniques and benefits.
Conclusions. The potential benefits of AR and VR in the considered application fields are highlighted, and a discussion of a study conducted at the University of Padova (Italy) relating to Public Speaking, are indicated. Negative aspects related to issues such as pri- vacy and control are also highlighted.
Perception of antibiotics in Polish Internet during the infection season 2023/2024
Authors: Sołtysiak Aleksandra , Żminda Joanna , Makarova Olga , Jarynowski Andrzej , Belik Vitaly
Published: October 2024

Aim. Public health researchers have used the Internet for disease surveillance, the assessment of risk perception and behaviour changes during epidemics in the past. Cur- rently, investigations of antibiotics (ABx) mentions and the closely related concept of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) on the Internet are mostly limited to information retrieval as well as simple analysis of Google Trends and media narratives.
Methods. To address these shortcomings, we perform media listening and analysis for monitoring of ABx perception in the Polish segment of the Internet during November and December 2023 with Brand24 – a comprehensive Internet analysis tool – based on 2668 mentions.

Results. Although the scientific community is aware of the importance of AMR, it was not reflected by the general public perception. Real life examples of public engagement related to practical solutions – such as natural and alternative medicine, and ABx acqui- sition with special focus on children among others – dominated the Internet discourse.
Conclusion. Our findings demonstrate that while the interest in health topics in the general Polish population is high, it is often not matched by a sound biomedical literacy. A long-term patient engagement could be difficult, as they tend to think from an indi- vidual perspective (how to help myself/my family/my companion animal) rather than in the context of public health and one health.
Daily Screen Time Among Teenagers: United States, July 2021 – December 2023
Authors: Zablotsky Benjamin
Published: October 2024

This report provides health data from the National Center for Health Statistics.
Bullying Victimization Among Teenagers: United States, July 2021 – December 2023
Authors: Haile Gelila , Arockiaraj Basilica , Zablotsky Benjamin , Ng Amanda
Published: October 2024

This report provides health data from the National Center for Health Statistics.
COVID-19 pandemisinde Türkiye sağlık sisteminin örgütsel dayanıklılığı
Authors: Kocaman Ersin , Terlemez Bahriye , Baç Adnan
Published: October 2024

Bu araştırmanın amacı COVID-19 pandemi sürecinde Türkiye sağlık sisteminin bazı temel özelliklerini ve COVID-19 pandemisine verdiği yanıtları, örgütsel dayanıklılık çerçevesinde değerlendirmektir. Araştırmada nitel araştırma yöntemlerinden doküman incelemesi yöntemi kullanılmıştır. Çin’de ilk vakanın görüldüğü Aralık 2019 ve Türkiye’de yeni normalleşme sürecinin başladığı Haziran 2020 tarihleri arasında COVID-19’a ilişkin haberler veri kaynağı olarak kullanılmıştır. Verilerin analizinde ve görselleştirilmesinde MAXQDA 2020 ve Microsoft Excel programları kullanılmıştır. İnternet Haber sitelerinden “COVID-19” ve “Türkiye” anahtar sözcüklerinin taranması sonucu COVID-19’a ilişkin 137 uygulama tespit edilmiştir. Örgütsel dayanıklılık boyutlarına göre COVID-19’a ilişkin uygulamalar incelendiğinde; uygulamaların % 59,1’inin Farkındalık boyutunda yer aldığı ve %40,9’unun Adaptasyon Kapasitesi boyutunda yer aldığı görülmektedir. Farkındalık boyutunda (n:81) en az uygulama (n:1) Rollerin ve Sorumlulukların Netliği alt boyutu yer alırken en fazla uygulama (n:60) Örgütün Sağlığı Konusunda Uyarı alt boyutunda yer almaktadır. Adaptasyon Kapasitesi boyutunda (n:56) en az uygulama (n:3) Liderlik alt boyutunda yer alırken en fazla uygulama (n:25) Örgütsel Analitik Yetenekler alt boyutunda yer almaktadır. COVID-19 pandemisinde Türkiye sağlık sisteminin; Farkındalık boyutunda cevap verebilir olduğu ve Adaptasyon Kapasitesi boyutunda geliştirilebilir olduğu düşünülmektedir. Türkiye sağlık sisteminin örgütsel dayanıklılığının iyileştirilmesi adına; Rollerin ve Sorumlulukların Netliği ve Liderlik alt boyutlarında daha fazla uygulama gerçekleştirmesine ihtiyaç duyulmaktadır. Türkiye sağlık sisteminin örgütsel dayanıklılığının güçlendirilmesinde bütüncül bir devlet yaklaşımının benimsenmesi önem arz etmektedir.
Yapay Zeka ve Bilinç: Anlamsal ve Duygusal/Heyecansal Boyutları Üzerinden Bir Değerlendirme
Authors: Karslı Temel Alper
Published: October 2024

Endüstri devrimiyle birlikte makine-insan etkileşimi sibernetik çatısı altında günümüzdeki yapay zeka uygulamalarına kadar uzanan bir süreç dahilinde gittikçe önem kazanmaya başlamış ve bu süreçte psikoloji ve diğer bilişsel bilimler felsefe ve yapay zeka alanlarındaki bilinç meselesi gibi çeşitli tartışmalara, çeşitli bulgular üzerine şekillenen yeni kuramsal açılımlar sağlamıştır. Bu süreçte psikoloji ve diğer bilişsel bilimler de insan bellek sistemi üzerindeki araştırmalarda kodlama, saklama, geri getirme süreçleri ve çalışma belleği gibi doğrudan bilgi işleme sistemimizdeki bir hipotetik merkezi yürütücüye bağlı çalışan bellek modalitelerinin deneysel olarak gösterilmesi gibi hususlarda bilgisayar modellemelerinden yararlanmaya başlamışlardır. Ancak, araştırmaların sonuçları, görece daha mekanik ve duyum-temelli işleyen dikkat süreçlerinden farklı olarak, daha üst düzey kodlama ve işlemlemeler içeren bellek süreçlerinin özellikle saklama ve geri getirme işlemlerinin mantığı ve sistem mimarisi bakımından konvansiyonel bilgisayar teknolojilerinden ayrıştığına işaret edegelmektedirler. Bu bağlamda insan bilgi işleme sisteminin kapasite, esneklik ve yaratıcılık avantajı ile klasik anlamdaki bir bilgisayarın dakikliği veya nesnelliğini biraraya getiren yeni bir teknolojinin elde edilmesine dönük çabalar farklı disiplinlerden araştırmacıların ortak bir hedefi olarak yapay zeka (YZ) kavramının oluşmasına ve olgunlaşmasına zemin teşkil etmiş bulunmaktadır. Bu süreçte bilinç tartışmaları bilincin işlevsel özellikleri üzerinden yeniden tanımlandığı bir yöne doğru evrilirken bu işlevsellik üzerinde düzenleyici bir etken olarak bulunan temel duygusal/heyecansal mekanizmaların rolü, bilinç tartışmalarında geri planda kalma riski taşımaktadır. Mevcut çalışma, yapay zekâ çalışmaları bağlamında, bilincin duygusal temellerini de vurgulayarak gerçek anlamıyla bütünsel olarak bilinçli bir yapay zekanın olamayacağı hakkında genel bir değerlendirme ve tartışma sunmaktadır.
Measuring pore sizes of nonwoven geotextiles by X-ray CT images: a comparative evaluation
Authors: Khan M. W. , Dawson A. R. , Marshall A. M. , Chaudhry R.
Published: October 2024

This paper focuses on evaluating the pore sizes of four nonwoven geotextile specimens with different pore size distribution techniques. The paper introduces a bubble analysis technique to find the two-dimensional (2D) pore size distribution of geotextile specimens. A new method is also introduced to determine the three-dimensional (3D) constriction sizes of nonwoven geotextiles from X-ray CT images. The digital image concept and image processing methods for the 2D image analysis and 3D constriction size measurement of geotextile specimens are explained. Finally, the paper compares the 3D constriction sizes with those measured from 2D image analysis, mercury intrusion porosimetry, manufacturer-reported opening size values based on the wet sieving method, and pore sizes calculated from theoretical equations. The results show that the largest pore opening sizes measured from the 3D constriction size method are in good agreement with the theoretical equations. The values measured from the wet sieving method were found to be the smallest, indicating the limitations of the wet sieving method to determine the largest pore opening size of nonwoven geotextiles. As it is the constriction size which must control filtration behaviour, the 3D constriction size method is recommended for assessing the reference porometry.
Long-Term Results from an Open-Label Extension Study of Atacicept for the Treatment of IgA Nephropathy
Authors: Barratt Jonathan , Barbour Sean J. , Brenner Robert M. , Cooper Kerry , Wei Xuelian , Eren Necmi , Floege Jürgen , Jha Vivekanand , Kim Sung Gyun , Maes Bart , Phoon Richard K.S. , Singh Harmeet , Tesař Vladimír , Lafayette Richard ,   on behalf of the ORIGIN Phase 2b Investigators
Published: October 2024

Key Points

Participants who completed a 36-week double-blind study of atacicept were eligible for a 60-week, open-label extension study.

Atacicept 96-week treatment resulted in sustained reductions in galactose-deficient IgA1, hematuria, and urine protein-creatinine ratio.

The slope of the eGFR was similar to that observed in the general population without kidney disease.

Background

B-cell activating factor (BAFF) and A proliferation-inducing ligand (APRIL) play key roles in the pathogenesis of IgA nephropathy. Atacicept is a novel fully humanized fusion protein, self-administered at home by subcutaneous injection, that binds and inhibits BAFF and APRIL. By inhibiting BAFF and APRIL, atacicept targets the underlying B-cell–mediated pathogenesis driving disease progression. This study evaluated the long-term efficacy and safety of atacicept in patients with IgA nephropathy over 96 weeks.

Methods

Participants with IgA nephropathy who received atacicept (25, 75, or 150 mg) or placebo in a 36-week phase 2b, randomized, blinded trial were enrolled in an open-label extension study and received atacicept 150 mg for an additional 60 weeks. Key efficacy outcomes were changes in galactose-deficient IgA1 (Gd-IgA1), percentage of participants with hematuria, urine protein-creatinine ratio (UPCR), and eGFR over 96 weeks. Long-term safety data were also evaluated.

Results

There were 113 participants (67 [59%] male; 46 [41%] female) who ranged in age from 18 to 67 years who received ≥1 atacicept dose. Over 96 weeks, safety data demonstrated that atacicept was generally well tolerated. There were also sustained reductions (mean±SEM) in Gd-IgA1 (−66%±2%), percentage of participants with hematuria (−75%; 95% confidence intervals, −87 to −59; in participants with baseline hematuria), and UPCR (−52%±5%). The mean annualized slope of eGFR was −0.6±0.5 ml/min per 1.73 m2 through 96 weeks.

Conclusions

Atacicept was well tolerated over the duration of the study. Atacicept treatment reduced Gd-IgA1, hematuria, and UPCR with stabilization of eGFR through 96 weeks.

Clinical Trial registry name and registration number:

Atacicept in Subjects with IgA Nephropathy (ORIGIN 2), NCT04716231.
Factors Influencing the Self-Rated Health Trajectory of the Middle-Aged and Older Adults with Disabilities-Comparison with the Adults without Disabilities
Authors:   RehabilitationInternational Korea, Roh Seung-Hyun , Kim Cheong-Seok , Kim Miseon
Published: October 2024

This study examines whether and how self-rated health (SRH) changes among middle-aged and older adults with disabilities compared to adults without disabilities. From the Korean Welfare Panel Survey encompassing the 7th (2012) to the 16th (2021). the study extracted 836 adults with disabilities aged 50 or older and 4,258 adults without disabilities. Potential growth models (unconditional and conditional models) were analyzed to identify subjective health changes and factors influencing such changes. Multi-group comparison analysis method was adopted to examine differences by disability.
In the unconditional model analysis, the SRH of both adults with disabilities and adults without disabilities tended to decrease gradually over time. Adults with disabilities had a lower initial value of SRH than adults without disabilities, but there was little difference in the rate of change. In the conditional model analysis, gender, age, household income, health checkups, risk of drinking, family relationship satisfaction, social relationship satisfaction, and leisure activity satisfaction variables were the factors affecting the initial values of SRH of adults with and without disabilities. Looking at the influencing factors by disability, it was found that the effect of education training was significant for adults with disabilities, and the effect of smoking was significant for adults without disabilities.The effects of age and smoking were more significant in adults without disabilities, and the effects of the number of years of education and health checkups were more significant in adults with disabilities. Volunteer activities are positively associated with the rate of change in SRH regardless of disability. On the other hand, dangerous drinking had a significant effect on the rate of change in SRH of adults with disabilities, and having medical checkups had a significant effect on that of adults without disabilities. The results suggest that health promotion policies and services for middle-aged and older adults with disabilities need to reflect their characteristics compared or contrasted with middle-aged and older adults without disabilities.
A Phenomenological Study of the Psychological Recovery Process of Injured Workers
Authors:   RehabilitationInternational Korea, Kang Hyo Jeong , Byeon Mi Jeong , Hwang Yeong Hyeon , Park Soo Kyung
Published: October 2024

The purpose of this study is to provide a contextual examination of the process of psychological recovery of injured workers after industrial accidents and to understand the nature of common experiences in the recovery process. This study uses Colaizzi's method of phenomenological research. A total of 4 times, 4 themes, and 11 categories were identified through the analysis of interviews with eight workers with recognized compensation claims for physical, psychological workplace. The 4 themes and times of the study were:‘ A Life of Running Ahead (Before an Industrial Accident),’‘Feeling Like I've been Struck by Lightning (Immediately After an Industrial Accident),’‘A Desperate Effort to Recover (During a Medical Care Duration),’ and ‘Rewriting a Second Life (After a Termination of Care Duration). Based on these findings, practical and policy suggestions were presented for the psychological recovery of injured workers, welfare improvement, and social insurance improvement as a social protection network.
Strategy-2030: Approaches to Development in Russian Regions
Authors:   Institute of Economics, Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Shelomentsev Andrey G. ,   Federal Center for Integrated Arctic Research, Doroshenko Svetlana V. ,   Institute of Economics, Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Trushkova Ekaterina A. ,   Institute of Economics, Ural Branch of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Shikhverdiyev Arif P. ,   Syktyvkar State University named after Pitirim Sorokin
Published: October 2024

Introduction. Adoption of the Federal Law «On Strategic Planning in the Russian Federation» as well as the reforms undertaken in public administration and the budgetary sphere based on New Public Management and Good Governance principles updated the research on development of regional strategic planning. New methodological content of research reveals itself, first of all, in a different approach to outlining stages of strategic planning and their specific features.Aims. The central idea of the article is to define the main methodological approaches to formulation of a social and economic development strategy at a new stage of regional strategic planning.The following methods were used: the system analysis methods; structural method; method of the comparative analysis; formal and logical method.Results. Five stages in the evolution of regional strategic planning in the Russian Federation are identified, each stage being described in terms of its features and peculiarities. Based on the analysis, three main regional models of social and economic development strategy are revealed, differing in the following key features: goals-setting, consideration of spatial aspects, availability of specific instruments for achieving the goals set.Conclusion. Transition from traditional to the strategic control system in the regions significantly differs in duration and applied approaches, the latter being affected by institutional choice within the system of content and time coordinates: «copying the federal center norms – consideration of regional specifics» and «advancing the federal center – lagging behind»
Estudio bibliométrico de las tecnologías para facilitar la comunicación verbal de niños con TEA
Authors:   Universidad Politécnica Salesiana (Ecuador), Carvajal Peñaherrera Hilda , Naranjo Sánchez Bertha ,   Universidad Politécnica Salesiana (Ecuador)
Published: October 2024

Los infantes con Trastorno del Espectro Autista suelen vivir abstraídos y poseen un entorno único que dificulta la comunicación e interacción con el mundo exterior. Frecuentemente, también presentan dificultades con las expresiones, ya sean gestos con las manos, el rostro o el contacto visual. La destreza de comunicación de los niños con este trastorno varía según su desarrollo intelectual y social.