bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Administrators’ Humor Styles and Teachers’ Thriving at Work in a Chinese University: Inputs for a School Wellness Program
Authors: JIN Luobin , E. Villanueva Lizelle
Published: September 2023

This study is a quantitative, non- experimental correlational research that tries to determine the relationship between school administrators’ humor styles and teachers’ thriving at work in a Chinese university with a purpose of developing a school wellness program. The date gathered from the questionnaires is to be analyzed by quantitative survey tools, ensuring the study to explore the correlation of the research variables. The findings of the study have theoretical and practical implications for better utilizing administrators’ humor styles and enhancing teachers’ thriving at work, which can become the inputs of a school wellness program. The school wellness program developed aims to integrate health literacy into the comprehensive development of a university by taking the well-being and wellness of teachers and students as the goal, and adapting to the basic requirements of the construction of a healthy China.
Regional Geologic Framework of Mineral Deposits in the Stibnite-Edwardsburg Area, Central Idaho
Authors: Lewis Reed S. , Stewart David E. , Isakson Vincent H. , Wintzer Niki E. , Stewart Eric D. , Vervoort Jeffrey D.
Published: September 2023

Geologic mapping and associated U-Pb geochronologic work in the Stibnite-Edwardsburg area of central Idaho have provided regional geologic context for the gold-antimony-tungsten-mercury mineralization in this area. Roughly 6,000 m of strata that postdate the Mesoproterozoic Belt-Purcell Supergroup are preserved; overall, the strata young to the southwest and are found as roof pendants or septa within the Idaho batholith. Rocks suspected to be lower Paleozoic in age by early workers in the area contain detrital zircons as young as 500 Ma, confirming that age assignment. We recognized four mappable phases of Cretaceous intrusive rocks, ranging in age from about 95 to 85 Ma, but suspect additional dating and detailed mapping would better show the complexity of the intrusive history. Regional metamorphism ranges from greenschist to amphibolite facies and contact metamorphism is conspicuous near Cretaceous plutonic rocks. Lu-Hf garnet geochronology shows that regional metamorphism of the strata northwest of Stibnite occurred at about 113 Ma and thus prior to batholith intrusion. Contact metamorphism likely occurred some 15 to 30 m.y. later, depending on the specific pluton age. Four large-volume Eocene ash-flow deposits (and their hypothesized eruptive centers) were recognized. Important structures in the Stibnite area include a SW-directed thrust fault, now overturned, that repeats part of the section, and N- to NE-striking faults that have localized mineralization.
Chapter 7 Epithermal Gold Deposits of China—An Overview
Authors: White Noel C. , Zhang Dayu , Hong Haolan , Liu Lijie , Sun Weian , Zhang Mingming
Published: September 2023

Reported epithermal deposits in China contain a total resource of at least 1,460 tonnes (t) Au. Approximately 550 t Au are in Mesozoic deposits in eastern China, related to the widespread Mesozoic Yanshanian magmatism produced by Pacific Plate subduction. Quaternary deposits in Taiwan (>500 t Au), Paleozoic deposits in north-western China (~150 t Au), and scattered deposits elsewhere of Yanshanian and late Paleozoic age (~260 t Au) also contribute to the total. Tertiary deposits are recorded in southwestern China, but currently known ones are mainly small and not abundant.

We summarize information from the Chinese and Western literature for 64 deposits that have been described as epithermal; however, we recognize that some deposits probably have been incorrectly classified as epithermal. Thirty-five low-sulfidation deposits, as well as six low-sulfidation alkalic deposits, are included in this group. Five of the low-sulfidation deposits contain combined resources of ~305 t Au, and four of the low-sulfidation alkalic deposits contain resources of ~55 t Au. We interpret 17 deposits to be intermediate sulfidation, with eight containing combined resources of ~240 t Au. Five high-sulfidation deposits are reported, and two of these, Jinguashi on Taiwan and Zijinshan in southeastern China, contain combined resources of >800 t Au. Considering all known epithermal deposits, 10 contain ≥30 t Au, seven contain between 10 and 30 t Au, and the remainder have <10 t Au each or have no reported resource. This apparently skewed size distribution highlights a peculiarity of mineral resources in China, such that only deposits investigated by professional exploration/mining groups report significant resources. Most deposits are mined on an ad hoc basis by individuals or groups lacking technical resources. Consequently, there is an excellent opportunity for discovery of new deposits or expansion of known deposits in all regions of China by groups with a sound knowledge of the characteristics of epithermal deposits. Recognition of the presence of low-sulfidation alkalic deposits may indicate excellent potential for important discoveries of this type of deposit.
Ethical issues in the application of neuromarketing research
Authors: Vuković Dijana
Published: September 2023

Namely, neuromarketing represents a branch of the application of neuroscience for marketing purposes and a modern method of studying brain reactions during marketing messages or consumer behavior. As an interdisciplinary science, it relies on the knowledge of a number of sciences: psychology, neurology, consumer psychology, neuropsychology, medicine, biology, marketing, but also the knowledge gained by sharing with them. It proved to be a more advanced method of marketing research than conventional (classical, traditional) techniques and methods (surveys, interviews, focus groups, stakeholders, etc.). Neuromarketing represents the application of neuroscience studies in the knowledge and explanation of subconscious dispositions of consumer behavior. For this purpose, it uses various brain scanning methods, techniques and devices that determine the brain reactions of consumers to marketing stimuli or certain products/services. Functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) and electroencephalography (EEG) are most commonly used. In this sense, the main goal of this work is to indicate the possibilities of practical application of the techniques and methods used by neuromarketing. By following the reactions of certain parts of the brain and knowing their basic psychological functions, researchers and marketing experts are able to determine the type of psychological process (emotion) that occurs due to a certain stimulus. As a new theoretical concept of consumer behavior research, it causes many controversies and ethical dilemmas.
Advances and Challenges in Combustion Control of Radio Frequency Oscillating Plasma Discharge
Authors: Wang Linyan , Yu Xiao , Reader Graham , Zheng Ming
Published: September 2023

Article
Advances and Challenges in Combustion Control of Radio Frequency Oscillating Plasma Discharge

Linyan Wang , Xiao Yu , Graham Reader , and Ming Zheng *

Department of Mechanical, Automotive and Materials Engineering, University of Windsor, 401 Sunset Avenue, Windsor, N9B 3P4 Ontario, Canada
* Correspondence: mzheng@uwindsor.ca
 
 
Received: 18 July 2023
Accepted: 13 September 2023
Published: 20 September 2023
 

Abstract: Oscillating plasma (corona) ignition is a promising technique for producing a larger initial ignition volume for achieving cleaner combustion. The oscillating plasma system provides a quick response to the ignition command compared with the conventional transistor-coil-ignition systems (TCI). Subsequently, the shorter combustion duration contributes to further improvement of engine efficiency under lean/diluted conditions. The challenges of oscillating plasma ignition appear under elevated background pressures, mostly owing to fewer plasma streamers and even void discharge, thus the advantage of oscillating plasma discharge over spark discharge is compromised. To suffice the industrial applications, the challenges of plasma generation and control platforms are investigated and discussed in this work. The challenges include ignition control, background condition impacts, and other external disturbances. A flexible modulation for oscillating plasma generation is established, with the measurements of discharge voltage and current. High-speed imaging, simultaneous with electrical waveform measurements is applied to record the plasma formation and flame propagation. This research provides advances in the ignition control for the oscillating plasma discharge, adding a foundation and reference for the oscillating plasma diagnostics under engine-like conditions with variations of pressure, temperature, gas composition, and flow pattern.
Online Learning of Bayesian Classifiers with Nonstationary Data Streams
Authors: Wu Peng , Xiong Ning
Published: September 2023

Article
Online Learning of Bayesian Classifiers with Nonstationary Data Streams

Peng Wu 1,2,*, and Ning Xiong 1

1 School of Innovation, Design and Engineering Mälardalen University, Västerås 721 23, Sweden
2 Department of Computer Engineering, Taiyuan Institute of Technology, Taiyuan 030008, China
* Correspondence: 14112078@bjtu.edu.cn
 
 
Received: 31 March 2023
Accepted: 13 July 2023
Published: 26 September 2023
 

Abstract: The advancement in Internet of things and sensor technologies has enabled data to be continuously generated with a high rate, i.e., data streams. It is practically infeasible to store streaming data in a hard disk, and apply a traditional batch learning method to extract a relevant knowledge model from these data. This paper studies online incremental learning with data streams, in which one sample is processed at each time to update the existing model. For the learning target, the Bayesian classifier is adopted which is a computationally economical model of easy deployment for online processing in edges or devices. By using the individual new example, we first present an online learning algorithm to incrementally update classifier parameters in a way equivalent to the offline learning counterpart. In order to adapt to concept drifts in nonstationary environments, the proposed online learning algorithm is improved to enable recent examples to be more impactful during the sequential learning procedure. Preliminary simulation tests reveal that the improved online learning algorithm can lead to faster model adaption than the unimproved online algorithm when the data drift occurs. In case of presumed stationary data streams without drifts, the improved online algorithm is proved to be competent by performing at least as good as (sometimes, even better than) the unimproved algorithm.
Eradicating Health Disparities: A Path to Social Justice and Public Health Equity
Authors: Panguluri Ishitha
Published: September 2023

In today’s world, where intricate systems interconnect every aspect of human existence, public health and social justice are deeply intertwined. Identifying the most pressing issue within this nexus is an arduous task, but undoubtedly, health disparities reign as the paramount challenge. With unwavering persistence, this essay illuminates the profound impact of health disparities on communities, unearths their underlying causes, and emphasizes the urgent need for collective action to dismantle these pervasive inequalities.
Improving Health Care in State Prisons
Authors: Silbergleit Marina
Published: September 2023

An overlooked but severe public health issue is the poor healthcare in state prisons. The number of incarcerated people who have chronic health problems and mental health issues is disproportionally high. Despite this, healthcare in most prisons is difficult to access, of poor quality, and costly. Most people who pass through correctional facilities are eventually released, bringing with them their neglected health. Inconsistent and uncoordinated health services administration is common in prisons. Improving the organization of health services is the most crucial step to improving healthcare in prisons. Most prison health care is devoted to treating acute symptoms of health problems rather than preventing or treating the actual underlying illness. Prisons contain disproportionate numbers of people living in poverty, people of color, and LGBTQ+ people, populations that already struggle to access health care.
Health Disparities: A Closeup of the Vulnerable Lives in Medicine
Authors: Kuete Brithney-Shine
Published: September 2023

There are a wide variety of problems in healthcare today that are intertwined with social inequality. Many of these fall into the category of healthcare disparities; these are systematic differences in healthcare availability that heavily affect minorities/unprivileged communities. Individuals affected by them are mostly people of color, those of low income, and those a part of the LGBTQ+ community. As defined by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), health disparities are higher mortality rates, due to increased contraction of diseases and the prevalence of their negative effects on a particular group. As noted, health disparities strongly deter ethical values of society and human rights.
Breathe Easy: Tackling Air Quality for Healthier Communities
Authors: Anbuselvan Nanmaran
Published: September 2023

The United States has major problems with air quality, which has a direct influence on public health. People and communities around the nation are at significant danger from poor air quality, which is brought on by a variety of contaminants and emissions. It is impossible to ignore how bad air pollution is for our heart, lungs, and general quality of life. Understanding the link between air quality and public health is becoming more and more crucial as the country deals with the effects of industrialisation, traffic emissions, and other sources of pollution.
Addressing Health Inequities in the Mississippi Delta
Authors: Tsang Esmond
Published: September 2023

Last semester, I took two classes that solidified my passion for a career in public health, especially in advancing telehealth for rural patients. With my honors college class on “Introduction to Public Service and Nonprofit Management” and “Health Strategies for Multicultural Health,” I explored maternal health interventions in the Mississippi Delta. In particular, I examined potential interventions to address the shocking health disparities between white and BIPOC mother mortality rates. While changes on multiple levels are necessary, I envision a two-pronged approach initially: expanding access to care and financing for our mothers that have traditionally fallen through the cracks of our healthcare system.
FREQUENCY OF ACQUIRED DYSFIBRINOGENEMIA AMONG CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE PATIENTS PRESENTING AT TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL
Authors: KHAN SU , SHAH MA , SALAM N , BALOCH SK , SYED FN , RIZVI SAF
Published: September 2023

A cross-sectional study was conducted at the Department of Pathology, Sharif Medical and Dental College Lahore, Pakistan, from January 2023 to June 2023. The total no of patients was 120 presented with chronic liver disease. The frequency of acquired dysfibrinogenemia was determined. The Chi-Square test with a P value < 0.05 as significant was used for the association between categorical variables. Most of the patients presenting were male patients compared to female patients. The frequency of acquired dysfibrinogenemia was 45 (38.3%). We found a significant association between acquired dysfibrinogenemia and the severity of the disease on the Child-Pugh Score. Our study concluded that the frequency of acquired dysfibrinogenemia in chronic liver disease patients was 45 (38.3%).
A RIGOROUS EXAMINATION OF THE APPROPRIATENESS AND CONSEQUENCES OF DEFERRED CORD CLAMPING IN PRETERM BABIES
Authors: BAKHT F , NASIR S , KAKAR PK , HUSSAIN U , ESSA M , SHOIAB U
Published: September 2023

The timing of umbilical cord clamping is a pivotal decision in neonatal care, especially for preterm babies. Recent discussions have pivoted around the merits and drawbacks of Delayed Cord Clamping (DCC) compared to Immediate Cord Clamping (ICC). This study aimed to assess and contrast the implications of DCC versus ICC on clinical, respiratory, developmental, and maternal outcomes among preterm neonates. A multicentric, forward-looking, cross-sectional investigation was executed. The study encompassed 350 preterm neonates from various centers. They were categorically split: 175 underwent DCC, while the other 175 experienced ICC. Diverse outcomes, spanning clinical to maternal, were meticulously evaluated. DCC neonates demonstrated elevated early post-birth hemoglobin and hematocrit measurements. The DCC group reported reduced polycythemia occurrences, diminished transfusion necessities, and lesser demands for cardiovascular interventions. Regarding respiratory metrics, the DCC faction showed a decreased incidence of RDS. Neurodevelopmental indicators, such as cognitive and motor capabilities, were more pronounced in the DCC segment. The DCC group manifested reduced neonatal mortality rates and fewer sepsis cases. Maternally, post-delivery hemorrhage was comparable between groups, yet the DCC set displayed heightened satisfaction and a more pronounced initiation and continuity in breastfeeding. The evidence suggests that DCC may present multiple benefits over ICC for preterm neonates in terms of health and developmental outcomes. This underscores the potential of DCC as an integral component of best practices in neonatal care for premature babies.
EXCESSIVE USE OF MOBILE PHONES AND ITS PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPACT ON NURSING STUDENTS
Authors: CHANDIO K , MEMON PA , CHANNAR HB , NOHRI MUH , BHACHO AH , DEAN R
Published: September 2023

As we advance into the digital era, mobile devices have become integral to our daily interactions. Nevertheless, an intensified engagement with these devices has prompted concerns about potential psychological implications among nursing students, influencing their scholastic achievements and personal wellness. The primary objectives of this study were to gauge the frequency and modalities of mobile phone utilization among nursing students, ascertain its effects on their sleep quality, and evaluate its interference with academic and work-related tasks. The study additionally aimed to discern the students' perceived dependency on mobile phones and its subsequent impact on interpersonal relationships. This study employed a descriptive cross-sectional methodology, focusing on the student population at People's Nursing School, LUMHS Jamshoro. A cohort of 162 students was enlisted through a non-probability convenience sampling technique. A meticulously crafted questionnaire served as the primary tool for data collection, capturing an array of participant experiences and viewpoints. A predominant segment of the participants comprised females from middle-income families, boasting an average age of 20.83 (Std. Dev = 1.34). A substantial proportion (58.6%) reported smartphone engagement of less than 6 hours daily. Elevated anxiety levels were observed, with a notable fraction attributing their stress to mobile phone usage. Approximately 32.7% posited that their sleep quality was compromised due to their phone habits. Moreover, 35.8% indicated strained relationships with friends and family due to increased mobile engagement. Several participants emphasized key concerns such as insomnia and profound feelings of isolation linked to heightened mobile usage. The data highlights an urgent need to address the multifaceted psychological and social ramifications of unrestrained mobile phone interactions among nursing students. While these devices usher in many conveniences, their unchecked usage could catalyze profound challenges, emphasizing the need for strategic interventions to safeguard prospective healthcare professionals' mental and emotional health.
Bacterial Endophytes: Unveiling Their Influence on Plant Growth, Yield, and Sustainable Agriculture
Authors:   BCNet International Working Group IARC/WHO, Dakar-Senegal., Mbaye El-Hadji Seydou
Published: September 2023

This paper offers an insightful exploration of the ecological roles played by endophytic bacteria within plants, underscoring their indispensable importance in promoting overall plant growth and health. Endophytic bacteria represent a fascinating group of microorganisms that take up residence within plants during at least a portion of their life cycle. Investigating the intricate interactions between endophytes and their host plants is of paramount ecological significance, shedding light on their vital functions within the host ecosystem. Notably, certain endophytes possess the remarkable ability to modulate plant ethylene levels by producing the enzyme bacterial deaminase 1-aminocyclopropane-1-carboxylate, a pivotal factor in disrupting host plant physiology. This alteration serves a dual purpose: it allows endophytes to establish a robust connection with the host, thereby enhancing colonization, while simultaneously conferring benefits upon the host plant. These benefits manifest as stress reduction and heightened root growth, contributing to overall plant health and vitality. Consequently, this unique mechanism has given rise to the concept of "Special" endophytes—those equipped with genes essential for maintaining this internal plant connection.
Fabrication, Characterization and in vitro Evaluation of Prednisolone Sustained Release Multiparticulate System for Colonic Targeting
Authors: Abdulkadhim Surra Lateef , Mohsin Masar Basim , Salman Afrah Mohammed Hasan
Published: September 2023

Background: Prednisolone (PRD) is orally prescribed for inflammatory bowel syndrome (IBS) as the upper GIT is the main site of absorption; therefore, long-term PRD dosing decreases therapeutic effectiveness through systemic side effects. Objective: This work focused on formulating sustained-release alginate beads as a multiparticulate system for colon targeting using prednisolone (PRD) to be filled in an HPMC capsule. Methods: PRD beads were prepared by the ionotropic gelation technique using sodium alginate as the primary polymer and inulin, guar gum, and pectin as secondary polymers. In addition to the impact of polymer type and quantity, other factors were investigated: The CaCl2 concentration and tween 80 addition Thirteen formulations were successfully prepared, and their properties, such as bead size, morphology, percentage of encapsulation efficiency, yield, DL, in vitro release study in GIT buffer media, IBS media, SEM, and FTIR, were assessed. Results: The study showed that the beads were close in size, and the size was not an obstacle for loading the beads in HPMC capsules. Further, yield%, EE%, and DL% increased according to the bead’s content increase. Conclusions: The optimum formula was F3 that coated HPMC capsules with Eudragit S-100, which gave sustained release profiles in GIT and IBS simulating media, and F13 that could last the release in different pH media, pH 1.2, 6.8, and 7.4.
Generating Weak Fuzzy Complex and Anti Weak Fuzzy Complex Integer Solutions for Pythagoras Diophantine Equation 𝑿𝟐 + 𝒀𝟐 = 𝒁𝟐
Authors:   Deanship of the Preparatory Year, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Alkharj, Saudi Arabia, Alfahal Abuobida M. A. ,   Tishreen University, Department Of Mathematics, Latakia, Syria,   Deanship of the Preparatory Year, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Alkharj, Saudi Arabia,   Deanship of the Preparatory Year, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Alkharj, Saudi Arabia, Abobala Mohammad , Alhasan Yaser Ahmad , Abdulfatah Raja Abdullah
Published: September 2023

In this paper, we find necessary and sufficient conditions for a weak fuzzy complex integer triple (X,Y, Z) to be a pythagoras triple, and for an anti-weak fuzzy complex integer triple to be a Pythagoras triple (X,Y, Z), where we prove that the non-linear Fermat's Diophantine equation has three different types of solutions according to the value of . All types will be solved and discussed in terms of theorems and examples that explains how the algorithms work
Pre-separation Axioms in Neutrosophic Topological Spaces
Authors:   Department of Mathematics, Science College, Kokrajhar, Assam, India ; Department of Mathematics, Central Institute of Technology, Kokrajhar, Assam, India, Dey Sudeep ,   Department of Mathematics, Central Institute of Technology, Kokrajhar, Assam, India, Ray Gautam Chandra
Published: September 2023

In this article, we first establish a few relationships among neutrosophic interior, neutrosophic closure, neutrosophic pre-open sets, and neutrosophic pre-closed sets in single-valued neutrosophic topological spaces. Thereafter, we defined neutrosophic pre- space, neutrosophic pre- space, and neutrosophic pre- space based on single-valued neutrosophic topological spaces and studied a few properties and relationships among them. We try to establish some relationships between existing neutrosophic separation axioms and newly defined neutrosophic pre-separation axioms. Finally, we study some hereditary properties of pre-separation axioms. Apart from these, we also explore some results implementing neutrosophic pre-open function, neutrosophic pre-continuous function, neutrosophic pre-irresolute function and neutrosophic pre -function based on our defined definitions.
Neutrosophic Near Algebra Over Neutrosophic Field
Authors:   Department of Mathematics, GITAM Deemed to be University, Hyderabad Campus, India, Harika Bhurgula ,   Department of Mathematics, GITAM Deemed to be University, Hyderabad Campus, India,   Department of Mathematics, GITAM Deemed to be University, Hyderabad Campus, India,   Department of Mathematics, Kakatiya University, Warangal, India,   Department of Mathematics, National Institute of Technology, Raipur, India, Rajani K. , Swamy P. Narasimha , Nagaiah T. , Bhaskar L.
Published: September 2023

This piece of paper aims to learn neutrosophic near algebra and neutrosophic sub near algebra. This paper is summarized with the suitable definitions and theorems of neutrosophic near algebra and neutrosophic sub near algebra. It has also been demonstrated that the direct product of neutrosophic near algebra is a neutrosophic near algebra and the intersection of neutrosophic sub near algebra is a neutrosophic near algebra on a neutrosophic field. It also examined the union of couple of neutrosophic near algebras is a neutrosophic near algebra.
An Approach To Symbolic n-Plithogenic Square Real Matrices For 9≤ n ≤12
Authors:   Deanship of the Preparatory Year, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Alkharj, Saudi Arabia, Alfahal Abuobida M. A. ,   Jadavpur University, Department of Mathematics, Kolkata, India,   Deanship of the Preparatory Year, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Alkharj, Saudi Arabia,   Deanship of the Preparatory Year, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Alkharj, Saudi Arabia,   Hama University, Department of Mathematics, Hama, Syria, .. Barbara , Abdulfatah Raja Abdullah , Alhasan Yaser Ahmad , Alhayek Husain
Published: September 2023

The concept of symbolic n-plithogenic algebraic matrices as symmetric structures with n+1 symmetric classical components with the special definition of the multiplication operation. This paper is dedicated to studying the properties of symbolic 10, and 9-plithogenic real square matrices and 11, 12-plithogenic real matrices from algebraic point of view, where algorithms for computing the eigenvalues and determinants will be proved. Also, the inverse of a symbolic n-plithogenic matrix for the special values n=10, n=9, n=11, and n=12 will be presented.
Bipolar Triangular Neutrosophic Chromatic Numbers with the Application of traffic light system
Authors:   Department of Mathematics, Hindustan Institute of Technology  Science, Chennai-603 103, India ; Department of Mathematics Mohamed Sathak AJ College of Engineering, Chennai-603103, India, Sudha S. ,   Department of Mathematics, St.Joseph’s  College of Engineering, Chennai-600 119, India,   Department of Mathematics, Hindustan Institute of Technology  Science, Chennai-603 103, India,   Laboratory of Information Processing, Faculty of Science Ben M’Sik, University of Hassan II, Casablanca, Morocco, Shoba B. , Rajkumar A. , Said Broumi
Published: September 2023

For addressing issues in several domains, such as theoretical computer science, engineering, physics, combinatorics, and the medical sciences, graph theory is a crucial component of mathematics. Graph coloring is one of the new settings that is emerging in a neutrosophic chromatic number environment. In addition to introducing the idea of bipolar triangular neutrosophic chromatic graphs (BTNCG), this work also examines and demonstrates the algebraic assumption. The proposed concept has been applied in a traffic signal system to discover a new lane to avoid traffic in peak hours.
Study on Student’s Performance using Single Valued Decagonal Neutrosophic Number in Decision Making Problem
Authors:   Department of Mathematics, Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, Chennai, India, Gomathy S. ,   Department of Mathematics, St. Joseph’s College of Engineering, Chennai, India,   Department of Mathematics, Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science, Chennai, India,   Laboratory of Information Processing, Faculty of Science Ben M’Sik, University of Hassan II, Casablanca, Morocco, Shoba B. , Rajkumar A. , Said Broumi
Published: September 2023

This article presents a new single valued decagonal Neutrosophic number. The single valued decagonal Neutrosophic number is Deneutrosophicated with the help of bounded area method. The bounded area formula is derived. The single valued decagonal Neutrosophic number is used in the decision-making problem. The performance of students is analyzed using a ranking method. The attributes are taken from the problems related to students and teachers. The attributes are ranked through the single valued decagonal Neutrosophic number.
Data Security in Cloud Computing
Authors:   Master of Web Science (MWS) Program, Syrian Virtual University Syria, admin admin ,   Master of Web Science (MWS) Program, Syrian Virtual University Syria, King Raddad Al
Published: September 2023

In recent years, cloud computing was and still is one of the most pragmatic and popular topics of research because of its advantages. Cloud storage allows organizations to store information of service providers at remote sites. However, cloud computing has encountered challenges, notably security issues and scheduling problems, primarily stemming from concerns related to data confidentiality and efficient resource allocation among users. These challenges are inherent to cloud computing, where data and computational resources are shared among multiple users and often hosted on remote servers operated by third-party providers. Hence, our objective is to identify and analyze the challenges associated with cloud computing, with a particular focus on data security. in addition to conduct scientific review and compare multiple recent research studies. The focus will be on identify challenges and advantages of cloud computing and data security when going through various data security measures that are currently employed in cloud computing. eventually we will come up with valid recommendations based on the findings.
Rapid and Sensitive Detection of the Causal Agents of Postharvest Kiwifruit Rot, Botryosphaeria dothidea and Diaporthe eres, Using a Recombinase Polymerase Amplification Assay
Authors: Park Gi-Gyeong , Kim Wonyong , Yang Kwang-Yeol
Published: September 2023

The occurrence of postharvest kiwifruit rot has caused great economic losses in major kiwifruit-producing countries. Several pathogens are involved in kiwifruit rot, notably Botryosphaeria dothidea, and Diaporthe species. In this study, a recombinase polymerase amplification (RPA) assay was developed for the rapid and sensitive detection of the pathogens responsible for posing significant threats to the kiwifruit industries. The RPA primer pairs tested in this study were highly specific for detection of B. dothidea and D. eres. The detection limits of our RPA assays were approximately two picograms of fungal genomic DNA. The optimal conditions for the RPA assays were determined to be at a temperature of 39°C maintained for a minimum duration of 5 min. We were able to detect the pathogens from kiwifruit samples inoculated with a very small number of conidia. The RPA assays enabled specific, sensitive, and rapid detection of B. dothidea and D. eres, the primary pathogens responsible for kiwifruit rots in South Korea.
Development of Recombinase Polymerase Amplification Combined with Lateral Flow Strips for Rapid Detection of Cowpea Mild Mottle Virus
Authors: Wu Xinyan , Chen Shuting , Zhang Zixin , Zhang Yihan , Li Pingmei , Chen Xinyi , Liu Miaomiao , Lu Qian , Li Zhongyi , Wei Zhongyan , Xu Pei
Published: September 2023

Cowpea mild mottle virus (CPMMV) is a global plant virus that poses a threat to the production and quality of legume crops. Early and accurate diagnosis is essential for effective managing CPMMV outbreaks. With the advancement in isothermal recombinase polymerase amplification and lateral flow strips technologies, more rapid and sensitive methods have become available for detecting this pathogen. In this study, we have developed a reverse transcription recombinase polymerase amplification combined with lateral flow strips (RT-RPA-LFS) method for the detection of CPMMV, specifically targeting the CPMMV coat protein (CP) gene. The RT-RPA-LFS assay only requires 20 min at 40°C and demonstrates high specificity. Its detection limit was 10 copies/μl, which is approximately up to 100 times more sensitive than RT-PCR on agarose gel electrophoresis. The developed RT-RPA-LFS method offers a rapid, convenient, and sensitive approach for field detection of CPMMV, which contribute to controlling the spread of the virus.
A Mutation of a Putative NDP-Sugar Epimerase Gene in Ralstonia pseudosolanacearum Attenuates Exopolysaccharide Production and Bacterial Virulence in Tomato Plant
Authors: Lee Hyoung Ju , Lee Sang-Moo , Choi Minseo , Kwon Joo Hwan , Lee Seon-Woo
Published: September 2023

Ralstonia solanacearum species complex (RSSC) is a soil borne plant pathogen causing bacterial wilt on various important crops, including Solanaceae plants. The bacterial pathogens within the RSSC produce exopolysaccharide (EPS), a highly complicated nitrogen-containing heteropolymeric polysaccharide, as a major virulence factor. However, the biosynthetic pathway of the EPS in the RSSC has not been fully characterized. To identify genes in EPS production beyond the EPS biosynthetic gene operon, we selected the EPS-defective mutants of R. pseudosolanacearum strain SL341 from Tn5-inserted mutant pool. Among several EPS-defective mutants, we identified a mutant, SL341P4, with a Tn5-insertion in a gene encoding a putative NDP-sugar epimerase, a putative membrane protein with sugar-modifying moiety, in a reverse orientation to EPS biosynthesis gene cluster. This protein showed similar to other NDP-sugar epimerases involved in EPS biosynthesis in many phytopathogens. Mutation of the NDP-sugar epimerase gene reduced EPS production and biofilm formation in R. pseudosolanacearum. Additionally, the SL341P4 mutant exhibited reduced disease severity and incidence of bacterial wilt in tomato plants compared to the wild-type SL341 without alteration of bacterial multiplication. These results indicate that the NDP-sugar epimerase gene is required for EPS production and bacterial virulence in R. pseudosolanacearum.
Emerging Research Advancements to Overcome the Peach Spring Frost
Authors: Muthuramalingam Pandiyan , Jeyasri Rajendran , Park Yeonju , Lee Seongho , Jeong Jae Hoon , Shin Yunji , Kim Jinwook , Jung Sangmin , Shin Hyunsuk
Published: September 2023

The phenomena of global warming has led to an increase in the average air temperature in temperate climates. Springtime frost damage is becoming more common, and after a period of dormancy, damage to buds, blooms, and developing fruits is greater significant than damage from low winter temperatures. Peaches are a crucial crop among moderate fruits. Spring frost damage in peaches can have a negative effect on crop growth, yield, and quality. It is noteworthy that these plants have evolved defenses against spring frost damage while being exposed to a variety of low temperatures in the early spring. In this current review, recent research advancements on spring frost damage avoidance in peaches were deliberated. Additionally, adaptive mechanisms of peach, such as deacclimation and reacclimation, were emphasized. Moreover, the emerging advancements using various omics approaches revealed the peach physiology and molecular mechanisms comprehensively. Furthermore, the use of chemical products and understanding the spring frost mechanisms through the use of environmental chamber temperature stimulation and infrared thermography studies were also discussed. This review is essential groundwork and paves the way to derive and design future research for agronomists and horticulturalists to overcome the challenges of spring frost damage avoidance and crop management in these circumstances.
Factors Affecting Spore Formation of Carrot Leaf Blight Caused by Alternaria dauci In Vitro
Authors: Yoon Sena , Min Jiyoung , Kim Heung Tae
Published: September 2023

In order to examine the pathogenicity of Alternaria dauci, the causal agent of carrot leaf blight, it is necessary to standardize sporulation conditions to ensure the optimal quantity and quality of spore inoculum. Therefore, in this study, the effects of the growth medium, aeration treatment, and UV treatment with 12-hr photoperiod on the sporulation of A. dauci KACC42997 were investigated. A. dauci KACC42997 was pre-cultured for 7 days in a potato dextrose agar medium at 25oC in the dark condition. When the pre-culture, after removing aerial mycelia, was re-incubated for 5 days, with simultaneous aeration treatment and 12-hr cycle UV treatment at 20oC, the largest number of spores was produced. One hundred seventy isolates of A. dauci were isolated from major carrot growing regions such as Pyeongchang, Gumi and Jeju and tested for sporulation under the conditions established in this study. Except for 20 strains, all strains produced spores. Statistically significant differences in the extent of sporulation were found among local populations of A. dauci isolates, but no difference was observed in their pathogenicity on carrots.
Metatranscriptome-Based Analysis of Viral Incidence in Jujube (Ziziphus jujuba) in Korea
Authors: Lee Hong-Kyu , Han Seongju , Bak Sangmin , Kim Minseok , Min Jean Geung , Kim Hak ju , Kang Dong Hyun , Kim Minhui , Jeong Wonyoung , Baek Seungbin , Yang Minjoo , Lim Taegun , An Chanhoon , Kim Tae-Dong , Park Chung Youl , Moon Jae Sun , Lee Su-Heon
Published: September 2023

This work investigated the viral infection in jujube plants in Korea. A total of 61 samples with the symptoms of putative viral infection were collected from experimental fields and orchards. Thereafter, the samples were subjected to metatranscriptome analysis, Reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction analysis, and nucleotide sequence analysis. These analyses identified the presence of two DNA viruses, jujube-associated badnavirus (JuBV), jujube mosaic-associated virus (JuMaV), and one RNA virus, jujube yellow mottle-associated virus (JYMaV). All samples collected were confirmed to be infected by at least one of the three viruses, with most showed multiple infections. The detection rates of JuBV, JYMaV, and JuMaV were 100%, 90.2%, and 8.2%, respectively. Only three combinations of viral infections were found: 9.8% of samples showed single infection of JuBV, 82.0% showed double infection of JuBV+JYMaV, and 8.2% showed triple infection of JuBV+JYMaV+JuMaV. Sequence analysis of the three viruses showed very high homology with respective virus isolates reported in China. This study is predicted to provide fundamental data to produce virus-free jujube seedlings and represents the first report of JuBV and JuMaV infection in Korea.
First Report of Melon Soft Rot Disease Caused by Pectobacterium brasiliense in Korea
Authors: Park Kyoung-Taek , Ten Leonid N. , Back Chang-Gi , Hong Soo-Min , Lee Seung-Yeol , Han Jeung-Sul , Jung Hee-Young
Published: September 2023

In May 2021, characteristic soft rot symptoms, including soft, watery, slimy, black rot, wilting, and leaf collapse, were observed on melon plants (Cucumis melo) in Gokseong, Jeollanam-do, Korea. A bacterial strain, designated KNUB-06-21, was isolated from infected plant samples, taxonomically classified, and phylogenetically analyzed using 16S rRNA and housekeeping gene sequencing. Strain KNUB-06-21 was also examined for compound utilization using the API ID 32 GN system and strain KNUB-06-21 was identified as Pectobacterium brasiliense. Subsequent melon stem inoculation studies using strain KNUB-06-21 showed soft rot symptoms similar to field plants. Re-isolated strains shared phenotypic and molecular characteristics with the original P. brasiliense KNUB-06-21 strain. To our knowledge, ours is the first report of P. brasiliense causing melon soft rot disease in Korea.
Clinical course and pathogenicity of a Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis isolate from scimitar oryx (Oryx dammah) in experimentally infected rabbits
Authors: MALDONADO-CASTRO Edith , HERNÁNDEZ-REYES Ana L. , ARELLANO-REYNOSO Beatriz , GUTIÉRREZ Carlos G. , ALONSO-HEARN Marta , CHÁVEZ-GRIS Gilberto
Published: September 2023

Aim of study: To evaluate the infectivity of a MAP type C of a scimitar oryx (Oryx dammah) - included in an international conservation list - that showed clinical signs and granulomatous enteritis associated with paratuberculosis in rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus) using molecular, bacteriological and pathological methodologies.
Area of study: The study was made in Tequisquiapan, Queretaro, CEIEPAA, FMVZ, UNAM, Mexico.
Material and methods: Three 6-week-old female New Zealand rabbits were orally infected for 3 consecutive days with 109 CFU of the MAP isolate. Blood and fecal samples were collected every 2 weeks for a total period of 28 weeks. IS900 PCR in blood and F57 real-time PCR in the feces were performed every 2 weeks and pathological analysis and bacteriological culture from tissue were made 28 weeks post infection.
Main results: MAP was detected by IS900 PCR in the blood of two of the three animals after 2 weeks of infection and again by F57 real-time PCR in the feces of the three infected rabbits. Infection with the MAP isolates in feces at 22 and 28 weeks post infection in one rabbit and isolate of vermiform appendix resulted in the development of granulomatous lesions in the three rabbits. The lesions were diffuse intermediate in one animal and multifocal in the other two rabbits.
Research highlights: Overall, these results demonstrated the infectivity of a MAP isolate from the scimitar oryx in rabbits.
Cloud-based wearable mental health tracking system with intelligent psychotherapy
Authors: Pan Fengzhou
Published: September 2023

In order to provide mental healthcare services to people who do not have access to professional psychiatrists, a Cloud-based Wearable Mental Health Tracking System with Intelligent Psychotherapy is introduced with four major steps: multimodal data collection from various sources, mental health issue predictions from machine learning models, intelligent VR psychotherapy to solve mental disorders, and pacification effect monitoring and feedback sending to adjust the psychotherapy methodology. The solution incorporates multiple front-end technologies including Big Data, Cloud Computing, Machine Learning, IoT, VR, and Blockchain.
The optimized probabilistic recommendation model in exposure bias
Authors: Chen Yizhao , Li Han , Liu Ruiyang , Wu Yuanbang
Published: September 2023

Recommendation models play a significant part on the internet. They combine user and information data to create personalized recommendations for various users. But this may be hidden by bias. Exposure bias is a kind of bias that blurs the distinction between a disliked item and an unshown one that may be likable. Countless research has been done to minimize this kind of bias. Our research will focus on using a new algorithm called ExpoMF++", an enhanced version of Exposure Matrix Factorization. This enhancement is done in two ways: replacing the simple dot product with neural collaborative filtering and adding an optimization with the Gaussian mixture model. We tested this new model on different datasets of various sizes and attributes. Our model proves functional and works better than the original ExpoMF, significantly reducing problems caused by exposure bias. We then compared our model with other standard methods for exposure bias and found sound results.
On a Complex Biphasic Neoplasm Involving the Ovary and Omentum Expressing Neuroendocrine Markers, HBME1 and TTF1: A Case Report and the Literature Review
Authors: Albonico Giuseppe , Filotico Marcello
Published: September 2023

A Case of Malignant Mixed Ovarian Tumor (OMMMT) with synchronous mesenteric localization presenting heterologous expression of neuroendocrine markers, mesothelin and TTFI is studied. The peculiarity of this case is that of presenting immunophenotypic characters not yet reported in the literature in OMMMT.
The Urgency of the Role and Concept of Digital Literacy in Education in the Disruption Era (21st Century)
Authors: Khoirudin Moch. Alfin
Published: September 2023

In addition to entering the era of globalization with the start of the AEC (Asian Economic Community) and the incessant life of the 21st century, the world is currently experiencing super- fast changes marked by a new era or referred to as the era of the industrial revolution 4.0. This high competence is of course a special concern for education as the main guard for competency development. One of the most important components in this field is of course educators. An educator in this era is required to be able to make digital natives (children who know technology from birth) as human beings who will not lose and make mistakes in taking steps and in utilizing existing technology, bearing in mind that in addition to great benefits, technology is quite a threat to the development of students. Educators must be able to select and filter technology and insert value into their learning with digital literacy. So, of course this is of particular concern so that educators have this digital literacy competence. Strengthening literacy, numeracy and technological adaptation are important efforts to improve the quality of human resources in the Digital Age and the Disruption Era. Indonesia is very far behind other countries in terms of this capability. The government as well as related parties (Schools, Universities, Education Quality Assurance Institutions, and Parents) must participate in strengthening literacy, numeracy, and technology adaptation for students and educators in Indonesia. One of the activities is integrating literacy, numeracy and technology activities in learning either at school or at home.
Analysis of Formant Frequencies and Vowel Articulation in the Spoken Standard Nigerian English of Undergraduate Students
Authors: Oluyinka Adebayo Mosunmola
Published: September 2023

The study compares the first two formants' frequencies in the speech of male and female undergraduate speakers of Standard Nigerian English at the University of Lagos (UNILAG). The study examined eight monophthongs produced in the CVC context (hVd) by 40 males and 40 females, and analysed the vowel quality and phonetic vowel space used by the two gender groups using the Linear Predictive Coding and spectrogram techniques. The findings reveal that there are differences in vowel realisation and quality between male and female speakers, which affect their accents. Specifically, the male undergraduates exhibit compression in the phonetic vowel space while their female counterparts show expansion. This study contributes to the understanding of the vowel space in the speech of male and female speakers, and how these differences may influence speech accent.