bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Protection of intellectual property rights in the EU: digital transformation and customs reform.
Authors: Androshchuk H. O.
Published: April 2024

The paper examines the economic and legal problems of counterfeiting and piracy, combating unfair competition in the field of intellectual property (IP), particularly on the external border and the internal market of the EU. The problem of combating counterfeiting is getting worse every year: the volume of the world market of counterfeit products is about 1.5 trillion. dollars. The content of the customs reform in the conditions of digital transformation proposed by the European Commission, the causes and key factors of violations in the field of IP, problematic issues arising in connection with the counterfeiting of products at the customs border of the EU are analyzed. The actions of the government regarding the development of the strategy for the reform of the customs service in Ukraine, the implementation of the legislation in accordance with the EU requirements are shown, measures and an organizational and economic mechanism for countering unfair competition are proposed. The new Ukrainian customs must become a body consisting of four key elements: modern European infrastructure, the same and clear rules of the game for everyone, fast and convenient service, and a new personnel policy.
Direito ao Lazer nas Praças Públicas
Authors: Navarro Marcos , Oliveira Celso Maran de
Published: April 2024

O lazer, como uma das funções sociais da cidade, desempenha papel importante na saúde da população, porém sofreu interferências ao longo das modificações do tecido urbano pós-moderno, especialmente com o esvaziamento do centro da cidade em horários que excedam os comerciais, afastando a população da permanência espaços abertos dessas regiões. Nesse sentido, a partir da combinação de levantamento bibliográfico, estudo de caso e análise quali-quantitativa, buscou-se avaliar a apropriação das praças da Poligonal Histórica de São Carlos, trazendo à luz a importância do lazer como função social da cidade e como direito fundamental dos cidadãos. Por meio dos resultados obtidos, foi possível observar que pouco tem sido feito para que os espaços sejam atualizados às necessidades humanas. Viu-se que os equipamentos disponíveis não correspondem às expectativas da população no exercício do direito ao lazer na região, caracterizada por grandes trechos de circulação e poucas oportunidades de atividades estacionárias ou de lazer ativo. Espera-se que a metodologia abordada sirva de mote para estudos futuros, tanto em diferentes regiões do município, quanto em outras cidades médias, com vistas a diminuir as diferenças socioambientais e garantir o desenvolvimento ordenado e sustentável.
Connaître Le Patrimoine Au Musée Par Le Jeu
Authors: Silva Raquel Ribeiro de Souza
Published: April 2024

Le patrimoine reçoit des investissements importants dans plusieurs villes de France. Ce que l’on constate à Marseille, dont l’histoire qui vieille de 2.600 ans est souvent racontée dans ses musées. Dans le cadre de la méthodologie qualitative, une recherche bibliographique et des observations non-participatives ont été menée en 2022-2023 dans le Musée d’Histoire de Marseille et dans le Musée des Enfants Préau des Accoules, afin de répondre la question : comment faire connaître le patrimoine au musée par le jeu ? La rencontre entre le patrimoine et le public de façon légère, amusante, et éducative a permis de conclure qu’effectivement les jeux sont dans la programmation de ces deux musées, comme espaces qui favorisent l’apprentissage et la rencontre avec le patrimoine.
Lazer Antes e Durante e Trabalho Docente Durante a Pandemia de Covid-19
Authors: Conceição Vagner Miranda , Marra Robert
Published: April 2024

Este estudo investiga o impacto da pandemia nas experiências de lazer de professores universitários. Mediante uma abordagem qualitativa, foram coletados dados de 589 professores universitários por meio de questionários online, permitindo uma compreensão aprofundada dos desafios enfrentados. Os resultados destacam a dificuldade de conciliar as demandas profissionais com as obrigações familiares, afetando as atividades de lazer. A interação entre o ambiente doméstico e as atividades diárias limitou as oportunidades de vivenciar o lazer diversificado em diferentes espaços. A análise revelou a importância do lazer para o bem-estar dos professores, reforçando a necessidade de políticas de apoio. É relevante repensar práticas de lazer e estratégias de adaptação, especialmente diante do contexto pós-pandemia.
Role of Formoterol on Myogenic Regulatory Factor to Ameliorate Statin-induced Myopathy
Authors: Qamar Abdullah , Mughal Arsalan Manzoor , Ali Humaira , Faisal Tayyaba , Iram Maria , Malik Sana
Published: April 2024

Objective: To investigate the effects of β2-adrenergic agonist formoterol on expression of myogenic regulatory factor myogenin in statin-induced myopathies in rats

Methods: Adult male Sprague-Dawley rats were randomized into control (A), statin-only (B), and statin + formoterol groups (C) (n=30 per group). The control group A received no treatment. B group received simvastatin at 60 mg/kg/day by oral gavage for 12 weeks to induce myotoxicity. C group received simvastatin at 60 mg/kg/day plus formoterol at 3 μg/kg/day by oral gavage for 12 weeks. After 12 weeks, extensor digitorum longus muscles were dissected and 5 μm transverse sections were immunostained for myogenin expression. One cross section was selected from each of the specimen for study. Myogenin-positive nuclei were quantified in 8 random 40x magnification fields per muscle section by a blinded investigator. Data was analyzed using IBM SPSS.

Results: Myogenin-positive nuclei were minimal in the control (A) group and statin-only (B) groups. In contrast, the statin + formoterol (C) group exhibited a significant increase in myogenin-positive nuclei compared to both control and statin-only groups (p<0.001), indicating enhanced muscle regeneration.

Conclusion: Formoterol treatment augmented skeletal muscle repair pathways in a rat model of statin-induced myopathy, potentially via activation of quiescent muscle satellite cells and upregulation of myogenic regulatory factor myogenin in group C.
A Cross-Sectional Study on the Use of Computed Tomography Scan for Diagnosing Renal Masses in Pakistani Adults
Authors: Malik Naushaba , Shahbakht Aftab  , Rida Noor
Published: April 2024

Objective: The aim of this study is to assess the validity of Computed Tomography (CT) in evaluating solid renal masses by comparing CT findings with histopathological results.

Methodology: This cross-sectional study involved 210 patients at the Department of Radiology PESSI Hospital Islamabad, spanning July 2022 to June 2023. Patients were selected based on predefined inclusion criteria, and their detailed medical histories were examined. Each patient underwent both non-contrast and contrast CT scans, and the radiological diagnoses were confirmed. The CT-based diagnoses were then compared with histopathological results, and measures such as positive predictive value (PPV), accuracy, sensitivity, specificity, and negative predictive value (NPV) of CT in diagnosing renal masses were calculated.

Results: The mean age of the study participants was 48.00±810 years. Male to female ratio was 2:1. The majority of the study participants were belonging from the urban area and were under graduate. The results of the study further revealed the frequency of renal masses which was more in male (71.90%, n=151) as compared to female (28.09%, n=59).  The study found that the right kidney was affected in 58.09% (n=122) of cases, the left kidney in 36.19% (n=76), and both kidneys in 5.71% (n=12). In our study, we observed variations in density among patients, with 39.06% exhibiting mixed density, followed by 23.80% with hypo-dense, 20.95% with hyper-dense, and 16.19% with iso-dense lesions. When it comes to enhancement, we found that 40.01% had a moderate degree, 24.76% had mild enhancement, 21.90% had intense enhancement, and 13.33% showed no enhancement.

Conclusion:  In this study, we found a strong correlation between histopathological diagnosis and computed tomography (CT) in identifying solid renal masses, with notably high validity test results. Given these robust validity parameters, we can confidently conclude that CT scans serve as an effective and reliable diagnostic modality for identifying and diagnosing renal masses.
Clinical Application of Reticulocyte Maturity Indices in Early Diagnosis of Iron Deficiency Anemia in the First Trimester of Pregnancy
Authors: Imtiaz Amna , Noreen Noshina , Asghar Rabiah , Nazir Rabia , Irfan Rabeea , Anam Ali Bushra
Published: April 2024

Background: Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is a prevalent global health issue, particularly affecting pregnant females due to increased iron demands during pregnancy. In Pakistan, IDA remains a significant concern, posing challenges to maternal and child health. Early detection and management of iron deficiency are crucial for improving pregnancy outcomes.

Objective: This study aims to investigate the iron status and associated hematological parameters among pregnant females during the first trimester in Islamabad, Pakistan.

Methodology : This cross-sectional study, conducted in collaboration with the Pakistan Atomic Energy Commission (PAEC) and the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), aimed to investigate the iron status among first-trimester pregnant females in Islamabad, Pakistan.Laboratory investigations encompassed hemoglobin and serum ferritin assays, reticulocyte counts, and other red blood cell parameters. Participants were categorized into distinct iron status groups based on these evaluations. Utilizing SPSS version 25, statistical analysis followed ethical protocols, striving to uncover discrepancies in hematological parameters across the various iron status groups.

Results : Among 340 first-trimester pregnant women, three iron status groups were identified. Group 1 (n = 102) had low ferritin despite normal Hb, with elevated immature reticulocytes. Group 2 (n = 150) showed normal iron parameters, while Group 3 (n = 88) had high reticulocyte counts. Group 2 exhibited superior erythrocyte indices and higher ferritin levels than Groups 1 and 3. Group 3 displayed the poorest indices and elevated immature reticulocytes. These findings highlight variations in iron status and reticulocyte maturation among pregnant women.

Conclusion: This study underscores the high prevalence of iron deficiency anemia among first-trimester pregnant females in Islamabad, Pakistan. Variations in red blood cell parameters and serum ferritin levels highlight the importance of early iron status assessment for optimizing maternal and foetal health outcomes.
Chronic Dengue Syndrome: A Narrative Review
Authors: Rizwan Aziz Qazi  , Hina Siddiqui
Published: April 2024

Dengue fever (DF) is a dynamic disease. As the disease progresses, the course of treatment changes. Symptoms range from mild (e.g., fever, headache, retroorbital pain, nausea, vomiting, rash, myalgia, arthralgia) to severe body pain (e.g., rash fever), severe (e.g., dengue hemorrhagic fever) (DHF) and dengue shock syndrome. It changes. (DSS). DHF and DSS are associated with poor outcomes. Although there is a classification of dengue into DF, DHF, and DSS, overlap has been observed between the different presentations. In dengue, end organ damage such as liver, kidney, heart, brain, and bone marrow involvements are often reported along with blood plasma or hemorrhage. Order support system. The World Health Organization recognized these unusual symptoms and coined the term "Extended Dengue Syndrome" (EDS) to encompass atypical manifestations of neurological, renal, hepatic or other isolated diseases that occur with or simultaneously with serious diseases. Co-infections or other diseases in the host. EDS is now recognized worldwide as a common cause of dengue fever, and information continues to appear in medical journals. This review discusses this aspect of dengue fever, which covers the spectrum of symptoms in the body. This review article will help increase clinicians' knowledge about EDS and facilitate early detection and intervention.
High-temperature growth of ZnSnN2 layer via radiofrequency magnetron sputter epitaxy
Authors: Shinoda Hiroyuki , Mutsukura Nobuki
Published: April 2024

ZnSnN2 layers were grown directly on Al2O3 (0001) substrates via RF magnetron sputter epitaxy at various substrate temperatures using N2 gas and a ZnSn alloy target. The crystalline quality and surface morphology of the ZnSnN2 layers were examined. X-ray diffraction patterns indicated that ZnSnN2 layers grown at substrate temperatures of 600 °C and 700 °C had wurtzite-type structures. The gross full width at half maximum (FWHM) value of the X-ray rocking curve (XRC) for the (0002) plane of the ZnSnN2 layer grown at 700 °C was 324 arcsec. The XRC for the (0002) plane contained two components, and the FWHM values of these components were 206 and 1520 arcsec for the highly c-axis-oriented columnar domains and disordered structure inside the ZnSnN2 layer, respectively. Metallic Sn was detected in a ZnSnN2 layer grown at 800 °C.
Rancang Bangun Sistem Monitoring Kualitas Air Sungai Berbasis Aplikasi Smartphone
Authors: Latukolan Gifford Jesaya , Wastumirad Adi Widiatmoko
Published: April 2024

Sungai memiliki peran penting dalam kehidupan masyarakat Indonesia, karena berfungsi sebagai sumber daya yang digunakan untuk berbagai keperluan. Ketika sungai dimanfaatkan dengan bijaksana dan diiringi dengan kesadaran menjaga lingkungan, maka kualitas airnya dapat dipertahankan dengan baik. Studi ini bertujuan untuk melakukan monitoring kualitas air sungai di aliran sungai Pesanggrahan. Sampel air sungai tersebut kemudian dianalisis menggunakan berbagai parameter kualitas air sehingga data yang dihasilkan diharapkan dapat membantu masyarakat Indonesia memahami kondisi dan kualitas air sungai dan mengoptimalkan upaya menjaga lingkungan. Dalam penelitian ini, alat yang dirancang meliputi beberapa sensor dan komponen lainnya. Sensor DS18B20 digunakan untuk mengukur suhu air, sensor analog pH meter digunakan untuk mengukur kadar pH, sensor TDS meter digunakan untuk mengukur salinitas air, dan sensor analog turbidity digunakan untuk mengukur kekeruhan air. Selain itu, digunakan pula modul komunikasi wireless ESP32 dan mikrokontroler Arduino ATMega2560 untuk mengolah dan mengirimkan data yang dihasilkan oleh sensor-sensor tersebut. Sistem ini dapat dipantau dari jarak jauh melalui smartphone menggunakan internet of things melalui aplikasi Blynk secara real-time. Selain itu, data juga dapat disebarluaskan melalui Telegram Bot sehingga pengguna dapat dengan mudah mengakses dan memantau data kualitas air melalui smartphone.
Pemanfaatan Teknologi Informasi dan Komunikasi untuk Lansia di Indonesia: Sebuah Studi Literatur
Authors: Ismail Naufaludin
Published: April 2024

Kajian tentang peran Teknologi Informasi dan Komunikasi (TIK) dalam mendukung inklusivitas lansia penting seiring pertumbuhan jumlah lansia di Indonesia. Populasi lansia global meningkat, termasuk di Indonesia. Data menunjukkan peningkatan persentase lansia hingga dua kali lipat dalam lima dekade terakhir. Penelitian literatur sepuluh tahun terakhir menyoroti berbagai pemanfaatan TIK untuk mendukung kehidupan lansia, termasuk pengembangan aplikasi dan implementasi perangkat keras seperti Internet of Things (IoT) dan Smart Home. Selain itu, potensi teknologi masa depan seperti Virtual Reality (VR) juga dibahas. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah pendekatan kualitatif dengan studi literatur dan analisis deskriptif. Penyuluhan tentang penggunaan TIK, pengembangan aplikasi lansia-friendly, dan penerapan sistem informasi terpadu diidentifikasi sebagai inisiatif yang meningkatkan inklusivitas lansia dalam era digital. Studi literatur pada jurnal ilmiah selama 10 tahun terakhir menunjukkan bahwa pemanfaatan TIK, termasuk perangkat lunak, perangkat keras, dan VR, telah meluas
Perancangan Sistem Informasi Administrasi Ratu Lutanza Wedding Berbasis Java
Authors: Hardana Herdy , Edward Ruben , Mardiyati Sri
Published: April 2024

Perancangan Sistem Informasi Administrasi Ratu Lutanza Wedding Berbasis Java bertujuan untuk meningkatkan efisiensi dan kualitas layanan dalam industri pernikahan. Melalui penerapan bahasa pemrograman Java, desain sistem ini diorientasikan pada kebutuhan bisnis Ratu Lutanza Wedding dengan memperhatikan antarmuka pengguna yang ramah pengguna. Metode Grounded Research digunakan dalam uji coba untuk mendapatkan pemahaman mendalam dari pengalaman pengguna, dengan hasil yang memberikan wawasan berharga untuk perbaikan sistem. Desain ini menekankan integrasi yang baik dengan proses administrasi yang sudah ada, serta penerapan metodologi pengembangan iteratif. Kesimpulan menunjukkan kesiapan untuk perbaikan lanjutan dan pengembangan berkelanjutan.
Representasi Pelecehan Seksual di Lingkungan Kerja dalam Film Pendek Please Be Quiet (Analisis Naratif Model Tzvetan Todorov)
Authors: Hanyfah Insyirah , Purwanti Silviana
Published: April 2024

Please Be Quiet merupakan film yang mencerminkan kasus pelecehan seksual di dunia kerja yang mengacu pada serangkaian peristiwa yang dilakukan pelaku dan ancamannya, yang mengakibatkan kerugian psikologis kepada korban dan saksi pelecehan seksual. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui, menganalisis, dan menggambarkan bagaimana pelecehan seksual di lingkungan kerja yang dialami oleh Putri dan Sarah sebagai saksi mata tunggal kejadian pelecehan seksual pada film Please Be Quiet. Penelitian ini menggunakan analisis naratif model Tzvetan Todorov. Hasil Penelitian dari 17 adegan yang telah dianalisis menunjukkan bahwa film Please Be Quiet merupakan representasi dari realita sosial dimana perempuan sebagai makhluk yang rentan mengalami pelecehan seksual memiliki posisi yang lemah di lingkungan kerja. Korban sering merasa tidak aman dan takut, mereka khawatir akan mengalami perlakuan yang buruk di kantor terutama jika atasan mereka adalah bos yang memiliki kekuasaan besar di tempat kerja. Kekuasaan ini membuat karyawan tersebut takut kehilangan pekerjaan serta karir yang telah dibangun.
Sull’origine di andare in tilt
Authors: di Valvasone Luisa
Published: April 2024

Alcuni lettori chiedono notizie sull’origine di essere/andare in tilt, uno in particolare domanda se non sia da considerare inappropriato e fuorviante l’uso frequente della locuzione in riferimento a strutture sanitarie che non riescono a far fronte alle emergenze.
El cómic como dispositivo de formación ciudadana que visibiliza estereotipos excluyentes en Manabí, Ecuador
Authors: Tubay Zambrano Fanny , Andrade Tubay Nikole
Published: April 2024

Los comics, con su contenido visual, actúan como una herramienta de aprendizaje social y un instrumento didáctico capaz de moldear o influir en el pensamiento de la ciudadanía. El objetivo de la presente investigación es analizar la contribución de los comics al reforzamiento de imaginarios colectivos en la población de Manabí-Ecuador. La metodología fue de corte mixta, con uso de herramientas como la encuesta y el análisis multimodal aplicado a las imágenes seleccionadas para el estudio. Se analizaron cómics producidos en Ecuador y en otros casos extranjeros (globales), y como las imágenes, mensajes, secuencias e historietas que forman parte de la estructura de la animación dejan improntas que orientan la vida social de los espectadores. Se evidenció la influencia que tienen los personajes, sus roles y estereotipos y como estos reflejan y encarnan experiencias sociales que son discriminatorias, excluyentes y desconectadas de la realidad
El periodismo deportivo y rol de la formación académica en la era digital en Ecuador
Authors: Morales Verduga Ramon , Cedeño Bravo Mario Junior
Published: April 2024

Se ha cuestionado cómo los periodistas deportivos ecuatorianos perciben la influencia de su preparación académica, o la ausencia de esta, en su capacidad para innovar y adaptarse a nuevas formas de comunicación y tecnología en la presente era digital. Por esta razón, esta investigación tuvo como objetivo analizar las percepciones de los periodistas deportivos sobre el rol de la preparación académica frente a los desafíos y oportunidades de la era digital en Ecuador. Se realizó una investigación con un enfoque mixto, exploratorio, descriptivo y explicativo, su diseño fue transeccional y no experimental. Se realizó una revisión documental y se aplicaron de encuestas por medio de un cuestionario. Los resultados mostraron los principales factores que están cambiando la producción de contenidos deportivos y cómo estos se relacionan con habilidades que deben ser adquiridas mediante la preparación académica. Se determinaron las competencias que se consideran esenciales para los periodistas deportivos en el contexto actual, resaltando la importancia de la adaptabilidad y la preparación para enfrentar los retos de la era digital.
Influencia de las Tecnologías de la Información y Comunicación: Retos y Potencialidades en la Educación Superior
Authors: Murillo Rosado Jodamia Uridisnalda , Rubio García Sebastián , Balda Macías Milton Alberto , Muñoz Mendoza Luis Daniel
Published: April 2024

Este estudio aborda como objetivo analizar el impacto de las Tecnologías de la Información y Comunicación (TIC) en la educación universitaria, y cómo estos favorecen la implementación de métodos de enseñanza más flexibles, personalizados e interactivos, adecuados para estudiantes contemporáneos. Mediante revisión bibliográfica, se examinaron estudios que abordan la reconfiguración del entorno educativo, enfatizando el papel evolutivo y crucial del docente en un contexto tecnológicamente avanzado. Se debate cómo los educadores se han ido adaptando para cumplir con las expectativas y necesidades de un cuerpo estudiantil tecnológicamente competente, además, se destaca el desafío continuo que enfrentan las instituciones educativas para mantenerse a la vanguardia con los avances tecnológicos, este desafío incluye no solo la actualización constante de sus recursos tecnológicos, sino también la revisión y actualización de sus enfoques pedagógicos para garantizar una oferta educativa que sea pertinente con las tendencias actuales. El trabajo concluye que la integración efectiva y reflexiva de las TIC en la educación superior es esencial para contrubuir a la calidad de la enseñanza y el aprendizaje, y preparar adecuadamente a los estudiantes para enfrentarse a un mundo cada vez más digitalizado y globalizado. Se sugiere que un enfoque proactivo en la adopción de las TIC puede ofrecer oportunidades para enriquecer la experiencia educativa y para equipar a los actores del proceso educativo con habilidades para prosperar en el futuro.
Responsabilidad social corporativa y sostenibilidad en las Cooperativas de Ahorro y Crédito del Ecuador
Authors: Toala Mendoza Susy Tatiana , Arredondo Hidalgo María Guadalupe , Hernández Sampieri Roberto
Published: April 2024

El presente estudio tiene como objetivo realizar un diagnóstico de la responsabilidad social corporativa y sostenibilidad en la Cooperativa de Ahorro y Crédito 15 de Abril, una empresa ecuatoriana del rubro financiero. El procedimiento realizado se sustentó en un enfoque mixto, combinando técnicas de corte cualitativo y cuantitativo. De tal manera que se aplicó una revisión bibliográfica para fundamentar teóricamente a los conceptos de la responsabilidad social corporativa y la sostenibilidad. Así mismo, se empleó el método cuantitativo mediante el uso de una encuesta aplicada a los empleados de la cooperativa, además de la combinación de técnicas estadísticas para establecer la correlación entre las responsabilidad social corporativa y sostenibilidad. Por ende, se efectuó el cálculo de la correlación mediante el coeficiente de Pearson y el nivel de significancia mediante una prueba bilateral. A partir del análisis de los resultados de estas pruebas, se estableció que existe una correlación positiva alta entre la responsabilidad social corporativa y la sostenibilidad, lo que significa que esta institución realiza actividades en beneficio de sus grupos de interés las cuales son sostenibles.
Note for the P versus NP Problem
Authors: Vega Frank
Published: April 2024

P versus NP is considered as one of the most fundamental open problems
in computer science. This consists in knowing the answer of the
following question: Is P equal to NP? It was essentially mentioned in
1955 from a letter written by John Nash to the United States National
Security Agency. However, a precise statement of the P versus NP problem
was introduced independently by Stephen Cook and Leonid Levin. Since
that date, all efforts to find a proof for this problem have failed.
Another major complexity class is NP-complete. It is well-known that P
is equal to NP under the assumption of the existence of a polynomial
time algorithm for some NP-complete. We show that the Monotone Weighted
Xor 2-satisfiability problem (MWX2SAT) is NP-complete and P at the same
time. Certainly, we make a polynomial time reduction from every directed
graph and positive integer k in the K-CLOSURE problem to an instance of
MWX2SAT. In this way, we show that MWX2SAT is also an NP-complete
problem. Moreover, we create and implement a polynomial time algorithm
which decides the instances of MWX2SAT. Consequently, we prove that P =
NP.
QoS Enhancement in Rural Areas Through Energy-Efficient UAV-Assisted NOMA and OMA Data Transmission Utilizing Wide Elliptical Beam
Authors: Bose Tushar , Chatur Nilesh , Mukherjee Mithun , Adhya Aneek
Published: April 2024

In this work, we present a framework to provide network services to
fixed home users in rural areas through joint utilization of
fifth-generation (5G) next-generation node B (gNB) and an unmanned
aerial vehicle (UAV), wherein, users outside the service area of gNB are
served by the UAV. In this regard, we propose an optimization framework
to maximize the coverage radius of the gNB considering the 5G rural
macro (RMa) propagation scenario. Next, we propose optimization
frameworks for UAV-assisted non-orthogonal multiple access (NOMA) and
orthogonal multiple access (OMA) data transmission schemes. The
aforementioned frameworks for UAV-assisted data transmission schemes
minimize the communication power and compute the optimal UAV hovering
height to meet the desired QoS requirements of the users. Thereafter, we
investigate a framework to design a wide elliptical beam to serve the
users under the coverage of the UAV. Next, in this paper, we present an
exhaustive mathematical framework to determine the angular velocity of
the rotors, the total current consumed by the rotors and the hovering
power consumption of the UAV, wherein the UAV hovers at the optimal
height depending upon the NOMA or OMA data transmission scheme. We
propose a graphical methodology to compute the battery life of the UAV.
The simulation results demonstrate that the proposed method of
UAV-assisted NOMA and OMA data transmission coupled with the wide
elliptical beam significantly reduces the communication power
requirements to meet the desired QoS requirements of the ground users as
compared to the conventional UAV-assisted NOMA and OMA transmission
schemes. Furthermore, the proposed methodology considerably enhances the
battery life of the UAV, thereby resulting in a greater hovering time of
the UAV compared to the conventional UAV-assisted NOMA and OMA
transmission schemes.
Dynamic Reconfiguration for Multi-Magnet Tracking in Myokinetic Prosthetic Interfaces
Authors: Pertuz Sergio A. , Mendes Davi A. , Gherardini Marta , Arboleda Daniel Muñoz , Ayala Helon Vicente Hultmann , Cipriani Christian
Published: April 2024

Recently myokinetic interfaces have been proposed to exploit magnet
tracking for controlling bionic prostheses. This interface derives
information about muscle contractions from permanent magnets implanted
into the amputee’s forearm muscles. Machine learning models have been
mapped on Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) to track a single
magnet, achieving good precision and computational efficiency, but
consuming a large area and hardware resources. To track several magnets,
here we propose a novel solution based on dynamic partial
reconfiguration, switching three prediction models: a linear regressor,
a radial basis function neural network, and a multi-layer perceptron
neural network. A system with five magnets and 128 magnetic sensor
inputs was used and experimental data were collected to train a system
with five hardware predictors. To reduce the complexity of the models,
we applied principal component analysis, ranking by correlation the
number of inputs of each model. This run-time reconfigurable solution
allows the circuits to be reconfigured in order to select the most
reliable predictor model for each magnet while the rest of the circuit
continues to operate extracting the most significant information from
the captured signals. Thus, the proposed solution remarkably reduces the
hardware occupation and improves the computational efficiency compared
to previous solutions.
Explainable Neuro-Memristive Systems
Authors: Kottappuzhackal Rahul , Pallathuvalappil Sruthi , James Alex
Published: April 2024

System level simulation of neuro-memristive circuits under variability are complex and follow a black-box neural network approach. In realistic hardware, they are often difficult to cross-check for accuracy and reproducible results. The accurate memristor model prediction becomes critical to decipher the overall the circuit function in wide range of non-ideal and practical conditions. In most neuro-memristive systems, crossbar configuration is essential for implementing multiply and accumulate calculations, that forms the primary unit for neural network implementations. Predicting the specific memristor model that best fits the crossbar simulations to make it explainable is an open challenge that is solved in this paper. As the size of the crossbar increases the cross-validation becomes an even more challenging. This paper proposes predicting the memristor device under test by automatically evaluating the I-V behavior using Random forest and Extreme Gradient Boosting algorithms. Starting with a single memristor model, the prediction approach is extended to memristor crossbarbased circuits explainable. The performance of both algorithms is analysed based on precision, recall, f1-score and support. The accuracy, macro average and weighted average of both algorithms at different operational frequencies are explored.
Drop Noise For CTR Prediction
Authors: Guo Tong
Published: April 2024

Click-through rate (CTR) prediction is task to estimate the possibility
of user clicking on a recommended item. The ground truth labels of this
task are the click history of users. As there are many reasons why noise
data or low quality data may be generated, the training data has a
certain amount of noise data or low quality data. In this work, We
propose a simple but effective method to find the noise data. Our method
could improve the offline AUC from 0.60 to 0.75 on our realworld
dataset.
Privacy-Enhanced Image Restoration in Remote Sensing via Federated Learning
Authors: Khan Muhammad Jahanzeb , Rath Suman , Zaib Muhammad Hassan
Published: April 2024

This research addresses the dual challenges of image restoration quality
and data privacy in optical remote sensing. Traditional restoration
methods often fall short due to the complex nature of remote sensing
images, and data privacy concerns further complicate the use of advanced
techniques. By integrating the Deep Memory Connected Neural Network
(DMCN) with the Data-Decoupled Federated Learning (DDFL) framework, our
approach enables significant improvements in image restoration without
requiring direct access to sensitive raw data. This method not only
enhances data privacy by leveraging federated learning principles but
also incorporates advanced techniques like Gaussian image denoising to
maintain high restoration quality despite potential noise introduced by
the federated process. The performance of the federated DMCN,
particularly on the UCMERCED dataset, demonstrates minimal accuracy
degradation, even in the presence of noise, while the strategic use of
Downsampling Units within DMCN optimizes computational efficiency. Our
comprehensive evaluations reveal the effectiveness of this approach in
balancing data privacy with the need for high-quality image restoration,
suggesting a promising direction for future advancements in remote
sensing applications.
Liver Abscess Management in a Complex Oncologic Case
Authors: Nejad Meisam Ahmadi , Nejad Maryam Ahmadi
Published: April 2024

Liver abscesses pose a significant clinical challenge, particularly when complicated by underlying conditions such as cholangiocarcinoma. This case report describes the management of a complex, multiloculated liver abscess in a 50-year-old patient with a multifaceted medical history.
A 50-year-old female with a history of cholangiocarcinoma and associated complications presented with progressive odynophagia and chest pain amidst a backdrop of multiple comorbidities, including diabetes mellitus, gastrointestinal disorders, and a complex surgical history. On admission, she exhibited tachycardia, hypertension, and laboratory findings indicative of microcytic anemia, electrolyte imbalances, and potential systemic hypoperfusion. Imaging did not reveal acute cardiopulmonary issues. Treatment for E. coli bacteremia and suspected liver abscess included antibiotics and percutaneous drainage with substantial purulent discharge. The patient’s care was further complicated by oral thrush and esophagitis managed successfully with antifungals. Palliative care was consulted. On day 34, the patient was discharged to home hospice.
This case supports the use of percutaneous drainage as a frontline treatment for multiloculated liver abscesses and underscores the need for individualized treatment approaches. It also emphasizes the role of interventional radiology in managing complex intra-abdominal infections.
Pancytopenia Caused by Nitrous Oxide Toxicity: Two Cases Report
Authors: Jiang Jia-Li , Xia Yi-Qin
Published: April 2024

Recreational nitrous oxide (N2O) is increasingly common among young people, leading to attendant health disadvantages. Related complications primarily involve the hematological and neurological systems. We report two relatively uncommon cases of pancytopenia due to substantial N2O inhalation. One possible cause is that N2O toxicity results in vitamin B12 inactivation and an insufficient intake of nutrients. The patient’s symptoms partially improved after cessation of N2O inhalation and supplementation with vitamin B12. In conclusion, if the patients presented with unexplained bone marrow failure, a history of prolonged N2O exposure should be considered, which would greatly help in early diagnosis, therapy, and the reduction of unnecessary costs.
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION AND E-COMMERCE EXPERIENCE OF THE SENIOR HIGH
SCHOOL STUDENTS
Authors: Suzzanne S. Mata  , Alecksandra Adelle Dipsy M. Mesias
Published: April 2024

E-commerce is popular among teenagers throughout the country. Shopping online is advantageous for consumers but also carries higher risks than shopping personally. When online stores provide products that do not exceed the customers expectations, that will lead to customer dissatisfaction. Thus, this study was conducted to determine the significant relationship between the two variables, the customer satisfaction and the e-commerce experience of the senior high school students. The researchers used a descriptive correlation non-experimental quantitative research method. A stratified random sampling of 108 responses collected across the Rizal Memorial Colleges senior high school department, and the entire data collection and analysis process took about two weeks. Furthermore, a modified survey questionnaire was used to collect data from the respondents, and all of the data was analyzed appropriately with the assistance of a competent statistician. According to the findings, Information and Website Design have the highest value of all indicators of the two variables, implying that these two are the most affected factors when it comes to online shopping. The findings also revealed that the level of customer satisfaction and the e-commerce experience was high and often evident. The correlation between the two variables was moderately high positive (r = 0.728), which ended up rejecting the studys null hypothesis. The analysis of the findings confirmed that students who are pleased with their online shopping experience have a high level of e-commerce experience. As a result, the researchers suggested that people who like to shop online must be aware of all the risks that may arise and cause them to be dissatisfied with the product.
KEYWORDS: Customer satisfaction, E-commerce experience, Information, Website design, Senior high students, Philippines
RESEARCH ON THE COLLABORATIVE MODEL OF HIGH-LEVEL SPORTS AND TOURISM TALENT CULTIVATION BETWEEN CHINESE SPORTS UNIVERSITIES AND ENTERPRISES
Authors: Katherine Ning LI
Published: April 2024

The integration of the sports and tourism industries has become a major development trend, creating new demands for high-level talent cultivation. However, Chinas current talent training model needs to adapt to the needs of the integrated development of sports and tourism. This study explores the collaborative talent cultivation model between Chinese sports universities and enterprises to promote high-level talent cultivation for the integrated development of sports and tourism. This research analyzes the current status, problems, and influencing factors of collaborative talent cultivation between universities and enterprises. It finds that the lack of clear talent training objectives, insufficient practical training opportunities, and inadequate incentive mechanisms hinder the effectiveness of the collaborative model. Based on this, the study proposes a collaborative talent cultivation mode that clarifies the roles and responsibilities of universities and enterprises, optimizes the curriculum system and practical training links, and establishes a long-term cooperation mechanism. Implementing this collaborative model can effectively integrate the advantages of universities and enterprises, enhance the practical and innovative abilities of high-level sports and tourism talents, and provide solid human resource support for the integrated development of the two industries. The findings of this study have important theoretical and practical significance for improving the talent training system in the field of sports and tourism in China.
KEYWORDS: University-Enterprise Collaboration， High-Level Sports and Tourism Talents, Integrated Development
PEDAGOGIA DO TRABALHO DE MAKARENKO NA REPÚBLICA MOSSUNGUÊ E SUA APROXIMAÇÃO COM O CAMPO CTS
Authors: Silva Neto Pedro Moreira da , Dias Maria Sara de Lima , Sousa Estevão Antonio de
Published: April 2024

O presente ensaio teórico-prático tem como objetivo refletir sobre princípios conceituais da educação pelo trabalho no experimento da República Mossunguê (RM). A partir de elaborações no campo Ciência Tecnologia e Sociedade-CTS com referências ao método e seus desdobramentos no período compreendido entre 1993-2000. A República Mossunguê foi uma Unidade de Acolhimento Institucional, da Prefeitura Municipal de Curitiba através da Secretaria da Criança e Fundação de Assistência Social, constituiu-se como um projeto piloto experimental de aplicação dessa pedagogia. Considera-se que a base pedagógica da educação pelo trabalho de Makarenko utilizada na RM pôde aproximar as teorias e práticas ao campo CTS em busca da autonomia na direção da formação humana.
DISCALCULIA NA SÍNDROME DE WILLIAMS-BEUREN
Authors: Colins Fabio
Published: April 2024

Este artigo tem como objetivo analisar os prejuízos causados pela discalculia às habilidades matemáticas inerentes à evocação de fatos aritméticos. Para isso, foi desenvolvida uma pesquisa de natureza qualitativa e do tipo estudo de caso. O contexto da investigação foi uma escola pública de ensino médio da rede estadual de ensino, localizada no município de Castanhal-PA. O participante foi um estudante adulto com Síndrome de Williams-Beuren que recebia Atendimento Educacional Especializado. O projeto de pesquisa atendeu aos aspectos da ética em pesquisa, pois foi submetido e aprovado pelo comitê de ética e o participante concordou, espontaneamente, com o cumprimento das etapas do estudo. Para a construção das informações, foi aplicado um teste, protocolo PROMAT, que avaliou as habilidades matemáticas relacionadas ao domínio do cálculo, sobretudo, com tarefas de evocação de fatos aritméticos. Os resultados foram analisados conforme o método bardiniano de análise de conteúdo. As evidências apontaram baixo rendimento do estudante em todas as operações fundamentais da matemática, por exemplo, em multiplicação e divisão, o estudante errou todos os itens propostos. Isso possibilitou inferir que a discalculia, proveniente da Síndrome de Williams-Beuren, compromete o neurodesenvolvimento da Cognição Numérica.
LETRAMENTO CIENTÍFICO NA ESCOLA
Authors: De Macêdo Monique Wanderley , Vale-Silva Priscila
Published: April 2024

Este trabalho tem como objetivo identificar a Feira de Ciências como dispositivo didático para o desenvolvimento do Letramento Científico com alunos da educação básica. Para esta investigação, adotamos a pesquisa qualitativa com a revisão teórica bibliográfica, do tipo estudo de caso. Os dados foram gerados a partir de um questionário aplicado a estudantes que participaram de projetos científicos, em uma escola pública do município de Assú/RN. Teoricamente, assumimos as concepções de Silva (2020) que discute acerca das contribuições dos estudos brasileiros sobre Letramento Científico; Souza (2019) que trata do protagonismo estudantil em Feiras de Ciências; John Dewey (1859-1952) na perspectiva da pedagogia de projetos, entre outros autores que contribuíram para a compreensão de uma educação científica. Como resultado do processo investigativo, percebemos que projetos científicos desenvolvidos a partir das Feiras de Ciências propiciam aos estudantes um ensino-aprendizagem voltado para o desenvolvimento do Letramento Científico, o que possibilita aos alunos uma formação crítica e reflexiva.
PROPOSTA PEDAGÓGICA COM MATERIAL DOURADO PARA O ENSINO DE DIVISÃO
Authors: Santos Jeandro Souza , Silva Jamilly Luma Santos , Santos Júnior Fernando Carvalho dos , Madruga Zulma Elizabete de Freitas , Bulhões Nathália de Assis
Published: April 2024

Este artigo tem como objetivo relatar a construção e aplicação de uma proposta pedagógica, que trata do conteúdo de divisão de Números Naturais, desenvolvida por estudantes do Curso de Licenciatura em Matemática, entre os meses de fevereiro e junho de 2023, sendo estes bolsistas do Programa Institucional de Bolsas de Iniciação à Docência (PIBID) da Universidade Federal do Recôncavo da Bahia (UFRB) - Centro de Formação de Professores (CFP), localizado na cidade de Amargosa-BA. Para o desenvolvimento da atividade, buscou-se possibilitar aos estudantes a compreensão do algoritmo usual da divisão com números naturais, por meio da utilização do material dourado. Esta oficina foi elaborada para ser aplicada em turmas do 6º ano da Escola Municipal Monsenhor Antônio José de Almeida, onde tivemos como supervisor de nossas atividades um professor da instituição. Concluímos ao final da construção e desenvolvimento dessa proposta, que ela proporcionou contribuições importantes para nossa formação como futuros professores e, a partir dos resultados obtidos, acreditamos que também promoveu a aprendizagem dos estudantes de forma significativa, sobre o conteúdo trabalhado.
INTERDISCIPLINARIDADE NO ENSINO DE FUNÇÕES E CINEMÁTICA
Authors: Pereira da Silva Álison
Published: April 2024

Objetivou-se dialogar de maneira interdisciplinar sobre à empregabilidade da linguagem matemática (funções) como suporte para descrição de fenômenos da natureza no campo da Cinemática, tendo como base a relação entre as ciências Física e Matemática. A metodologia utilizada foi referente à aplicação de uma sequência didática interdisciplinar, por meio de diálogos, investigação, socialização e resoluções de problemas. Além disso, os problemas foram contextualizados e criativos, com a finalidade de incentivar à discussão e busca por respostas, favorecendo à atenção e autonomia dos alunos. Esta pesquisa pode proporcionar uma base construtiva do conhecimento científico, por intermédio do diálogo de conteúdos de funções dentro do campo da cinemática. À aplicação didática foi constituída de forma dinâmica, aberta a participação ativa dos estudantes, partindo de situações da realidade, afim de fornecer subsídios e significados no processo de ensino e aprendizagem.
PRODUÇÕES BRASILEIRAS SOBRE FORMAÇÃO INICIAL DE PROFESSORES A PARTIR DO PIBID E RESIDÊNCIA PEDAGÓGICA
Authors: Cunha dos Santos Carlos Antonio , Rodrigues Feio Leila do Socorro , Wielewski Gladys Denise , Marques Vasconcelos de Almeida Laura Isabel , Parentes da Silva do Amaral Ferreira Francisco de Assis , Martins da Silva Vilmar
Published: April 2024

Formação de professores suscita intensos debates e tem resultado em extensa produção científica na área educacional. Mesmo assim, o déficit de professores em todas as etapas da educação básica pode chegar a 235 mil em 2040. O objetivo do estudo de caráter descritivo e analítico foi, a partir do estado do conhecimento, investigar o panorama das pesquisas sobre o Programa Institucional de Bolsa de Iniciação à Docência (PIBID) e o Programa de Residência Pedagógica (PRP) na formação de professores utilizando como embasamento teórico os estudos de Gatti et al. (2019), Nóvoa (2017) e Tardif (2014). O levantamento foi realizado através de consulta ao  Catálogo de Teses e Dissertações da Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior (Capes) sob o recorte temporal de 2020 a 2023. O resultado revelou que as produções estão concentradas nos Programas de Pós-Graduações(PPG) dos estados do Sudeste e Nordeste do país e que são abordadas, com maior frequência, temáticas sobre: o estímulo à formação de professores reflexivos, construção da identidade profissional docente, inovação pedagógica e as contribuições para a formação inicial de professores.
Clinical anatomy of pulmonary connections in young people
Authors: Liakhovskyi Vitalii I. , Krasnov Oleh H. , Lysenko Ruslan B. , Lіakhovska Anastasiia V. , Horodova-Andrieieva Tamara V. , Lyakhova Natalia O. , Krasnova Oksana I.
Published: April 2024

Aim: To study the clinical anatomy of the pulmonary ligaments of young people.
Materials and Methods: The study was carried out when performing 28 autopsies of young people aged 25 to 44 years. Methods of dissection of chest organocomplexes, macro-microscopy, morphometry and planimetry, and statistical processing were used. The shape and topography of the pulmonary ligaments was assessed, their area, the localization of lymph nodes was examined.
Results: The pulmonary ligament is an anatomical formation, which is formed as a result of a combination of leaves of the mediastinal pleura, which, covering the surfaces of the roots of the lungs, descend towards the diaphragm and are located between the mediastinal organs and the lungs. Pulmonary connections on both sides have a few edges: the inner, outer and lower free. The pulmonary ligaments with lower free edges do not pass to the diaphragmatic surface of the pleura, but only with inner ones, which are located on the right along the esophagus, and on the left along the aorta. Pulmonary ligaments on both sides pass into the mediastinal part of the pleura, covering the pericardium.
Conclusions: There are individual differences between the shape and size of the right and left pulmonary ligaments in males and females. There is no significant difference between the sizes of the right and left pulmonary ligaments, but such dimensions as: the width, the angle of inclination and the ratio of their lower free edge to the lower edge of the lungs are not found in all cases.