bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Transformation of the Archetype: A Return to Fairy Tale
Authors: Zhanysbekova Elmira , Uskenbayeva Rauza , Kydyrbayeva Nazym
Published: December 2024

The paper is devoted to the study of archetypal images in the genre of literary fairy tales. Any author's work has a certain set of archetypal images that have their own special national meaning. Each image has its own specific functions that embody artistic, emotional, psychological, social and philosophical tasks. These tasks form the author's final vision when choosing a particular image. One of such bright and frequent images in folklore studies, which transferred to the literary fairy tale is the image of a young neophyte, a boy or a girl. A boy often personified in the image of a bald - Tazsha, which has been successfully transformed into the genre of a literary fairy tale. In the same way, the images of animals, which are the first characters in fairy tales as a whole, and the analogue of their visions have often been and still are indicative. Also, the article discusses the genre features of the folklore fairy tale, which have preserved and left their mark on modern fairy tale texts. The author's thinking operates with the collective consciousness, reflected in archetypal images and motifs, and the consciousness of the reader, reflecting cognitive dissonance. The methodology of the research involves the continuity of scientific approaches, as well as the use of traditional and innovative methods of literary analysis: content analysis, comparative typological method, mythopoetics and psychoanalysis.
The Impact of Open Innovation on Organizational Performance: Mediating Role of Social Capital in Small and Medium Enterprises in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Authors: Alwehabie Abdullah
Published: December 2024

Over the past two decades, open innovation and its impact on the organizational performance of SMEs have been little discussed. The main objective of this research is to analyze the impact of open innovation on the economic and operational performance of SMEs working in a very important sector such as the oil sector. This research also tested the mediating role of social capital in the relationship between open innovation and the organizational performance of SMEs. The study used deductive reasoning by applying the quantitative method. The data were collected from 250 small and medium-sized enterprises working in the oil sector. Correlation analysis, regression analysis, and normal test theory were used as statistical tests with the help of PLS. The statistical results confirmed that all predictive elements significantly elucidate the consequence elements. The results of the mediation analysis also confirm that social capital plays a mediating role in the association between open innovation and organizational performance. This study enriches the available theory by evaluating the mediating role of social capital and the link between open innovation and organizational performance, thereby making a significant contribution to the dominant theory by contextualizing SMEs in the oil sector in Saudi Arabia, with an emphasis on the associations between open innovation, social capital, economic performance, and operational performance.
知识图谱在教育信息化中的应用研究
Authors: 曾文颖  , 严灿  , 李志飞  , 张淼  , 张龑
Published: December 2024

曾文颖，严灿，李志飞* ，张淼，张龑
湖北大学计算机与信息工程学院，湖北武汉
摘要：知识图谱具有强大的实体关联的刻画能力，近年来也引起了教育领域研究者的高度关注，是目前人工智能教育应用中的研究热点并得到了应用实践。文章旨在探讨知识图谱助力教育信息化的研究，从知识表示、推理到应用等方面展开论述。首先，通过对知识图谱的概念和特点进行介绍，阐述了知识图谱在教育领域中的重要性和应用前景。随后，重点探讨了知识表示学习的概念和方法，并进行总结和归纳。接着，讨论了知识图谱表示学习的相关技术，涵盖了基于平移距离的推理方法、基于语义匹配的推理方法以及基于神经网络的推理方法。最后，介绍了教育知识图谱在教学辅助、个性化学习、智能教育评估等方面的具体应用案例，并展望了未来研究的方向和挑战。文章旨在为教育领域的知识图谱研究提供参考和借鉴，促进教育信息化技术的发展与创新。
试析高中英语教学中阅读能力的培养
Authors: 吴鸿皓
Published: December 2024

吴鸿皓
江苏省木渎高级中学，江苏苏州
摘要：高中是学生学习发展的重要阶段，在高考英语考试中，阅读理解占分比例比较高，因此培养学生良好的阅读能力是非常必要的，同时也展现出阅读教学在高中英语教学中的重要性。本文就以高中英语阅读教学为探究重点，通过对高中英语教学现状的分析，找到其中存在的不足，并进一步探讨关于高中英语教学中阅读能力培养的相关措施。
基于PLM的物联网视域下高校学子“三融一体”培养研究
Authors: 王洪亮  , 黄国勇  , 成鑫  , 邓桂方
Published: December 2024

王洪亮1，黄国勇1，成鑫2，邓桂方1
1.昆明理工大学民航与航空学院，云南昆明；
2.昆明理工大学电力工程学院，云南昆明
摘要：新时代下，加强人才的全生命周期培养是新工科教育的新内涵、新目标。面对工科教育目前面临着新机遇、新挑战的环境下，论文结合物联网理念及“感知-传输-应用”三层架构，建立工科学科物联网视域体系，通过调研昆明理工大学学生基本信息情况和获奖情况，以昆工高校学子为例进行了物联网视域下高校学子“三融一体”培养研究；接着研究了基于PLM方法的全生命培养周期学习及培养，最后通过调研2017届学生的三个不同阶段的成绩，证明了本文提出方法的可行性和有效性。
FOUR COORDINATE FLOORING LAYOUT OF PORTAL COMPOSITION
Authors:   National Technical University of Ukraine “Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Politechnic Institute”, Kuznetsov Yuryi , Kobets I.R. ,   National Technical University of Ukraine “Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Politechnic Institute”
Published: December 2024

The article highlights the relevance and formulates the problem of creating small-sized workbenches with computer hardware, inspecting the data generators and the design of such workbenches, and proposing options for a table-top workbench with a portal layout. The example of the preparation of a folding part shows the procedure for breaking up the ceramic program.
SURFACE MODIFICATION OF TITANIUM ALLOYS Ti-6Al-4V AND Ti-6Al-7Nb: METHODS FOR ENHANCING WEAR RESISTANCE AND BIOCOMPATIBILITY. A BRIEF REVIEW
Authors:   Institute of Metal Science, equipment, and technologies with Center for Hydro- and Aerodynamics “Acad. A. Balevski”, Koeva Veneta , Veselinov Deyan , Yankova Radostina , Skulev Hristo , Rusev Ivan
Published: December 2024

Titanium and its alloys, primarily Ti-6Al-4V and Ti-6Al-7Nb, are widely used in various high-tech sectors due to their excellent mechanical properties, high corrosion resistance, and low density. However, these materials exhibit low wear resistance and a tendency to gall during friction, limiting their applicability in aggressive environments or under heavy loads. This review discusses the main challenges associated with the tribological properties of titanium alloys and various modern surface modification techniques, including chemical and electrochemical methods, laser coatings, ion implantation, and nanocoatings. The advantages of these techniques in improving wear resistance are analyzed, with a focus on applications in aerospace and medicine. Special attention is given to the impact of friction in different environments and the anti-friction properties of titanium alloys. The review highlights the need for further development of surface modification technologies to enable broader use of titanium and its alloys in extreme conditions and to extend their service life.
EFFECTS OF HOMOGENIZATION PROCESS OF BILLET CASTING ON MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF EXTRUSION PRODUCT
Authors:   Department of Mechanical Engineering, Trakya University, Ayer Önder , Kapsiz Oguz
Published: December 2024

Aluminum extrusion industry has a large processing volume today due to the widespread use of aluminum, the development of processing methods with the developing technology and the ability to make the raw aluminum with the desired properties by alloying method. The homogenization process is a heat treatment method that enhances the extrusion industry, improves the extrudability of raw materials, and helps address issues related to dendritic structures and grain boundaries in the final products. Applying this method to the raw material increases both the profitability and ease of the process. The fundamental properties of aluminum alloys, the methods and parameters used in the extrusion process, and the preheating treatments applied during the process were utilized in the production of billets and the homogenization process. Tensile and hardness test results were analyzed for samples obtained through the extrusion method from both homogenized and non-homogenized raw materials.
DEVELOPMENT AND EVALUATION OF A CHOPPING MACHINE FOR FORAGE CROPS
Authors:   TNKU, Vocational College of Technical Sciences, Dalmis Figan , Okur Ersen ,   TNKU, The Faculty of Agriculture, Savas Dalmis Ibrahim ,   TNKU, Corlu Engineering Faculty, Tan Fulya ,   TNKU, The Faculty of Agriculture
Published: December 2024

Silage is an important bulk feed source and is an indispensable part of rations in animal feeding due to its high nutritional value, ease of use, and ability to provide feed during the off-season. Generally, silage materials chopped by silage machines in the field are transported to the silage storage area by carrying vehicles. After being unloaded into the silo, they are subjected to compaction using compaction equipment. One of the important issues that researchers have been working on is the effect of the relationship between the silage density obtained after compaction and the particle size of the silage materials on silage quality. This study describes the implementation of a monitoring and control system based on Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) technology for chopping silage materials into different sizes in a laboratory environment.
Two cutting blades have been mounted on the rotor of the designed chopper. The developed chopper has two geared electric motors: the first drives the feeding rollers, and the second drives the chopping rotor. Drivers controlled by a PLC operate these motors. The machine is equipped with belt-pulley mechanisms as transmission elements. The chopper has been designed with a flexible structure to operate at different speeds using various pulley ratios when needed.
In the experimental studies, the machine's cutting performance for silage corn stalks was evaluated as particle sizes 2, 4, and 6 cm. The test results demonstrated that the machine successfully performed the cutting process at the sizes entered through its control unit. Additionally, preliminary trials showed that the machine could also cut wet/dry hay, stalks, alfalfa, and tree branches with a diameter of 16 mm.
Curating Peer Mentoring Program Curricula for Modern Leadership Contexts
Authors: Davis Amy M. , Simmons Duncan Shallary
Published: December 2024

Efforts to improve retention, positive outcomes, and leadership development among underrepresented student populations are critical for predominantly white institutions (PWIs). Peer mentoring programs offer sustainable support structures within these contexts. This paper examines a strength-based peer mentoring program with a 15-year track record and its successful adaptation at another university, both of which are in rural Pennsylvania PWIs. The mentoring programs’ successes are attributed to having a comprehensive mentor training curricula that emphasizes cross-cultural skill-building among participants. Through a detailed analysis of the curricula components, alongside a reviewof survey and observational data, this article highlights the programs’ positive impact on student leadership, retention, and post-graduate outcomes. Authors argue that robust, culturally-relevant training is essential for fostering leadership skills in mentors and achieving successful outcomes for peer mentoring programs serving underrepresented students.
Literatuur, mensenrechten en leesgroepen. Reflecties over een interdisciplinair impactproject
Authors: Craps Stef
Published: December 2024

De rubriek PLISA (Platform Literatuur en Samenleving) belicht jaarlijks initiatieven van onderzoekers die literatuurwetenschappelijk onderzoek ontsluiten voor een publiek buiten de universiteit.
Demographic Trends and Housing Patterns in the Philippines
Authors: Ballesteros Marife , Ancheta Jenica , Ramos Tatum
Published: December 2024

This study examines how demographic changes lead to different household structures and housing choices among various age groups. It argues that the cointegration of demography, the housing market, and wealth has shaped housing demand in the country over time. The results have important, often unrecognized implications for housing policy. Estimating housing needs without a contextual analysis of household formation can be misleading; thus, the government must connect demographic changes to housing demand to ensure the correct policy framework is established that balances the needs of the productive sector with those of the growing elderly population in terms of housing consumption.
Exploration of Ethical Risks and Governance Paths in Artificial Intelligence
Authors:   Academic Frontiers Publishing Group, DOU Yayu
Published: December 2024

本研究旨在深入研究人工智能技术在各领域应用所诱发的伦理风险，并未对该风险的有效治理提供建议。通过规范分析法和案例分析法，揭示出人工智能伦理风险形成的逻辑与对有效治理存在的困境。在此基础上，本研究提出了人工智能伦理风险治理路径的思考，包括对人工智能技术的应用实施限制、对大数据技术进行审核以及对算法技术进行有效监测，以期实现人工智能伦理风险的有效治理。
Brain-Computer Interface Technology Applications and the Redetermination of Criminal Responsibility
Authors:   Academic Frontiers Publishing Group, GAI Zunyue
Published: December 2024

脑机接口（BCI）技术在医疗康复等领域的应用引发了法律和伦理挑战，特别是对精神病人及盲聋哑人的刑事责任能力认定产生的影响，为了探讨这种影响，以我国刑法第18、19 条为依据结合法律分析,文献分析和伦理探讨，发现BCI 技术可能显著改善特殊群体的认知和行为控制能力，接受BCI 技术改造后的个体可能需要重新评估其刑事责任能力，不应简单适用传统的特殊群体认定标准，而应结合改造前后真实状况做出评估认定。此外，BCI 技术的失效或强制使用情况下的刑事责任认定需要综合考虑多个因素。需要更新刑法条款，明确BCI 技术影响下的刑事责任认定标准，建立技术评估机制，加强伦理审查，以适应科技进步带来的法律新问题，有效防范和控制其可能带来的犯罪风险。
The Impact of Selected Bio-Facades on Air Pollution Reduction: A Comprehensive Analysis
Authors:   International Balkan University, Skopje, North Macedonia, Kalisi Faton
Published: December 2024

One of the major global issues affecting both the environment and human health is air pollution. The goal of this research is to decrease the negative impacts of air pollution by applying architectural solutions. In order to reduce air pollution, the study investigates creative designs, building
techniques, and regulations. To highlight the critical relationship that exists between architecture and environmental health, the study looks at three different kinds of facades: water, green living, and algae. The main goal is to understand how bio-facades like these support better living environments, less pollution, and improved air quality. This research suggests using specific facade types in conjunction with sustainable design techniques to reduce air pollution in the built environment. By providing relevant information, the goal is to assist government environmental agencies, builders, architects, urban planners, and other stakeholders. The purpose of this material is to guide sustainable means of reducing air pollution, especially in urban areas where planting traditional plants may be challenging due to space limits. In summary, the research aims to address the increasing issues brought about by air pollution by encouraging a harmonious coexistence of architectural innovation and environmental preservation.
AUDIÊNCIA DE CUSTÓDIA NA PRISÃO CIVIL: RESGUARDO A DIREITO FUNDAMENTAL.
Authors: Nascimento Jairlandia Rios , Miranda Mariana Barbosa
Published: December 2024

In order to prevent the freedom of an illegally arrested individual from being restricted, a custody hearing is held, which is a fundamental stage of the judicial process. Civil arrest for alimony is an extremely important measure that aims to ensure that food obligations are met towards the most vulnerable in need of food, such as children, the elderly and dependents. In this sense, it is also necessary, in the civil sphere, to apply such a legal institute, in cases of arrest of the maintenance debtor. Thus, the present work is justified by the relevance and topicality of the topic, which has divergences in both practical and theoretical fields. The work bases its methodology on bibliographical research, in which information and data will be gathered that will serve as the basis for the entire construction of the investigation carried out, acting in a way to delve deeper into the subject. To this end, the present study seeks critical, reflective readings that help analyze the topic in question.
REDUÇÃO DA INTENSIDADE DA ENXAQUECA: IMPACTOS DE ATIVIDADES FÍSICAS E DE PADRÕES ALIMENTARES
Authors: Oliveira Augusto Venâncio , Silva Talita Marques da , Silva Juliana Lilis da , Amâncio Natália de Fátima Gonçalves
Published: December 2024

Introdução: A enxaqueca é uma condição neurológica prevalente e incapacitante, caracterizada por crises de dor intensa, frequentemente acompanhadas por náuseas, fotofobia e fobia ao som. Embora o tratamento farmacológico, como o uso de analgésicos e triptanos, seja comum, cresce o interesse por abordagens não farmacológicas para o manejo da doença. A revisão de literatura proporcionou sintetizar temas já abordados, sobretudo em relação a padrões alimentares e a influência de atividades físicas nos impactos para redução da intensidade da enxaqueca. Objetivo: busca-se fazer uma análise da relação entre padrões alimentares e atividades físicas, em como eles se relacionam na redução da intensidade da cefaleia. Método: Trata-se de reunir e sintetizar temas a partir da revisão da literatura abordando estudos que relacionam os diversos alimentos e diferentes atividades físicas na sua correlação com a enxaqueca, publicados nos últimos cinco anos nos idiomas inglês e português. Os artigos foram obtidos por meio de busca eletrônica de dados similares baseados em proposição dos temas: “influência dos padrões alimentares e atividades físicas na redução da intensidade da enxaqueca” e “tratamentos farmacológicos e não farmacológicos no tratamento da enxaqueca”, aplicados como norteadores de pesquisa nas plataformas Google Scholar, Biblioteca Virtual de Saúde (BVS), Scientific Electronic Library Online ( SciELO) e National Library of Medicine ( PubMed). Resultado: O estudo aponta para conclusões recorrentes, tanto dos tratamentos farmacológicos, quanto dos não farmacológicos, a exemplo de acupuntura, de mudanças alimentares, como de ingestão de aspartame, de nitrito, de glutamato monossódico, de chocolate, de vinho tinto e de alimentos ricos em lipídios, também de exercícios físicos, sobretudo os aeróbicos, de terem impacto significativo na redução e intensidade das crises de enxaqueca. Conclusão: O estudo permitiu constatar que intervenções não farmacológicas, como a prática regular de atividades físicas e a adoção de uma dieta balanceada, evitando os tipos dos alimentos abordados, desempenham papel crucial na redução da frequência e da intensidade das crises de enxaqueca, além disso melhoram significativamente a qualidade de vida dos pacientes oferecendo alternativas viáveis ao tratamento tradicional.
INEFICÁCIA DAS MEDIDAS PROTETIVAS NOS CRIMES DE FEMINICÍDIO
Authors: Santos Heloisa Carolina Silva , Nascimento Flavia Juliana Do , Levalessi Renata
Published: December 2024

Gender inequality, the patriarchal system, and the submission of women—these are the perfect representation of why so many women are still being killed in our country.

The country has made progress in legislation on this issue but has yet to establish effective mechanisms to eliminate inequality between men and women, which would consequently break the cycle of violence, still seen as a means of controlling relationships.

The system's reluctance to acknowledge the lack of practical measures to curb violence causes many women to remain trapped by their partners, clinging to the excuse that "it was just a slap, he’s not a bad person."
RETRATOS DA EDUCAÇÃO DE JOVENS, ADULTOS E IDOSOS NA CIDADE DE BELÉM: UMA REVISÃO BIBLIOGRÁFICA
Authors: Mata Ana Rita de Souza , Ribeiro Mílvio da Silva
Published: December 2024

Education for Young People, Adults and the Elderly is a right for all people who have started their studies and have not completed their educational activities, at any age in life. This study aims to describe the portraits of Youth, Adult and Elderly Education (EJAI) in the city of Belem – PA, through a bibliographic review stud of a descriptive nature and qualitative approach, through articles in the databases of Lilacs, Google Scholar and Scielo. It was found that the topic in vogue discusses the Education of Young People and Adults and the Elderly (EJAI), from the moment that the presence of the elderly was included in the much-neglected space of education, considered a positive point for the working class, whose school trajectory, marked by interruptions, was left behind. It is concluded that the difficulties faced by teachers at EJAI involve the use of some traditional methodologies, the planning of classes without attractive teaching resources, the lack of investment in training to work with this audience, in addition to the lack of material aimed at EJAI, these are triggers that encourage people to drop out of school.
CONSTRUINDO HÁBITOS DE HIGIENE COM PARTICIPANTES DO PROJETO AABB COMUNIDADE EM PORTO NACIONAL/TO
Authors: Silva Catharina Noleto Gontijo e , Negreiros Ciro Vieira de , Neves Fernanda Bandeira Franco , Souza Gabriel Paiva de , Morais Hugo Vitor Gonçalves , Camargos Ingrid Thaís Ribeiro , Bertolini Maria Eduarda Lopes , Sampaio Matheus de Souza , Alves Pamylla Maia Rosal , Benevides Paula Stephany Tavares Santos , Veras Victor Higor Oliveira , Miranda Vitória Batista , Rodrigues Vitória Haylla Andrade , Cunha Edinaura Rios , Ribeiro Nailson Pereira
Published: December 2024

Este projeto tem como objetivo promover a educação em saúde bucal para crianças e adolescentes participantes do Programa AABB Comunidade em Porto Nacional/TO. A ação foi desenvolvida por acadêmicos de medicina e odontologia e consistiu em atividades educativas e práticas de higiene bucal. As atividades incluíram palestras, dinâmicas interativas e a distribuição de kits de higiene, reforçando o cuidado com a saúde e incentivando a adoção de práticas diárias de higiene pessoal. A proposta enfatizou a importância da escovação dental e da higiene das mãos, integrando conhecimentos técnicos e acessíveis para o público infantil e adolescente. O projeto visa criar hábitos saudáveis e prevenir problemas de saúde bucal, como cáries e gengivite, frequentemente associados à falta de cuidados preventivos. Espera-se que os participantes adquiram maior consciência sobre a importância da higiene bucal e mantenham esses cuidados ao longo da vida, promovendo um impacto positivo em sua qualidade de vida e desenvolvimento social.
“Una educación muy distinta”. Algunas reflexiones en torno a las ideas educativas de Simone Weil
Authors: Espejo Roberto , Cárdenas Karin
Published: December 2024

In this article we present a reading of Simone Weil’s educational ideas, identifying some central elements of her educational thought against an education that can promote a fragmented human being disconnected from his different dimensions and from the world in which he lives. Elements like the study and its spiritual dimension, the importance of attention, some anthropological ideas, and the contribution of her experience as an educator to her work are discussed. Next, we show how the concept of rootedness (enracinement) allows us to think an education that, taking an anthropological position related to transcendence, addresses the need for the community to ensure its members a real and active participation in social, cultural, and spiritual life, being an effort to rediscover a set of moral, intellectual, and spiritual roots for the human being.
The Analysis Study of Effectiveness and Complication of Propofol for Anesthesia: A Comprehensive Systematic Review
Authors: Juan Paul Christian Herman  , Putu Agus Surya Panji
Published: December 2024

Background: Propofol has become one of the most widely used anesthetic agents worldwide, known for its rapid onset and quick recovery profile. This systematic review aims to analyze propofol’s effectiveness and complications in anesthesia practice based on literature from the past decade. Methods: The study followed PRISMA 2020 guidelines, reviewing English-language publications from 2014 to 2024. Editorials, duplicate reviews from the same journal, and papers lacking a DOI were excluded. The literature search was conducted using PubMed, SagePub, SpringerLink, and Google Scholar. Result: A total of 2,172 articles were initially identified through online databases (PubMed, SagePub, SpringerLink, and Google Scholar). After three rounds of screening, eight relevant studies were selected for full-text analysis. Conclusion: Propofol is a versatile and effective anesthetic, improving procedural efficiency, reducing PONV, and enhancing cancer surgery survival. However, challenges like hypotension and immune suppression require attention. Further research is needed to refine its use, dosing, and long-term effects.
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT IN HIGHER EDUCATION: A CRITICAL REVIEW OF NATIONAL EDUCATIONAL POLICY 2020
Authors:   Research Scholar, Department of Education, Jadavpur University, Kolkata, India, Das Shilpi , Bera Santu , Ray Suchitra , Nayak Madhu Mangal ,   Research Scholar, Department of Education, Jadavpur University, Kolkata, India,   Research Scholar, Department of Education, Jadavpur University, Kolkata, India,   Former Research Scholar, Department of Education, Jadavpur University, Kolkata, India
Published: December 2024

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 highlights the Indian education system as a broad range and takes some important steps to develop the student's enrolment and enrich the quality of higher education. This theoretical paper searches the different measures of student enrolment related to higher education and its implications, challenges, and transformative potential in light of NEP 2020. This paper synthesises existing literature, theoretical frameworks, and empirical evidence, offering a comprehensive understanding of the conceptual underpinnings of student involvement and its implications for pedagogical practices, institutional policies, and educational outcomes. It critically examined the policy's directives about curriculum design, assessment methodologies, teacher training, technology integration, and institutional autonomy. Moreover, this paper highlights the imperative of aligning institutional strategies and faculty development initiatives with the principles of student engagement in higher education outlined in the National Educational Policy 2020. This paper also highlights the need for collaborative efforts among policymakers, educators, administrators, and students to co-create vibrant learning communities characterised by active participation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a lifelong learning ethos
Empowering Women for a Prosperous Household: Amplifying Family Income through Economic Empowerment
Authors: Milania Yolanda , Dwi Saputra M Reza
Published: December 2024

Presented as a case study, this qualitative inquiry seeks to provide an overview of the outcomes of the Ecoprint business-driven women's economic empowerment program in Metro City. This study delves into the pivotal role of women's economic empowerment in augmenting household income and overall prosperity. Data collection encompassed interviews, observations, and documentation, facilitated by non-test instruments such as interview, observation, and documentation guidelines. The collected data underwent qualitative descriptive analysis, enhanced by source triangulation for validity. This analytical process involved data reduction, presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings show how the women's economic empowerment program transforms housewives from home-bound roles to empowered women contributing to family finances through skills like crafting Ecoprint and Shibori fabrics. This shift results in heightened family income. This research underscores the potential for empowering housewives to uplift family economies, underscoring the significance of such opportunities for improved household prosperity.
“Let me speak, not my scars”
Authors: Neves de Oliveira Victor Hugo , Santos Ana Paula da Silva
Published: December 2024

This text is a report on pedagogical practices developed for teaching theater during the Covid-19 pandemic. Methodologically, qualitative research was carried out, based on bibliographic and documentary data, and it was proposed to prepare a critical-reflective report through which the difficulties and challenges related to theater teaching in 2020 are shared.
Some new distribution records of longicorn beetles (Coleoptera) from a collecting trip in South Yunnan, China
Authors: Sun Jian
Published: December 2024

Based on the longicorn beetle specimens collected by the author and Mr. Chao Li from southern Yunnan in mid-May 2023, two genera and six species are newly recorded from China: Parepilysta Breuning, 1939, Clermontia Pic, 1927, Distenia fulvipennis murina Holzschuh, 2011, Pseudaeolesthes aureopilosa (Gressitt & Rondon, 1970), Procleomenes humeralis Niisato, 2008, Petraphuma boreolaosica (Viktora & Tichý, 2017), Parepilysta (Striatepilysta) striatipennis Breuning, 1949, Clermontia quadridentata Pic, 1927. In addition, Cyrtonops tonkineus Fairmaire, 1895 and Demonax leucoscutellatus (Hope, 1831) are newly recorded from Yunnan Province, and the distribution record of Carinolesthes pericalles (Gressitt & Rondon, 1970) from Yunnan is confirmed.
Automatic Optimal Thresholding Using Generalized Fuzzy Entropies and Genetic Algorithm
Authors: Atazandi Gh. Reza , Razavi S. Ehsan , Nobakht Fariba
Published: December 2024

The use of fuzzy entropy for image segmentation is one of the most popular methods, which is used today. In a classical fuzzy entropy, using a fuzzy complement with an equilibrium point of 0.5 is a limitation, which reduces the chances of obtaining an optimal result. We use generalized fuzzy entropy phrases in this paper, which uses fuzzy complements of Sugeno and Yager, and corresponds the equilibrium point to the m parameter (0<m<1), and increases the chance of finding the optimal threshold. So, we will have many pictures depending on the points of balance, and by the genetic algorithm, we choose the best decision among them. The effect of this method have considered in medical images to find the brain tumors. Results have shown that the use of generalized fuzzy entropy and the genetic algorithm can greatly be used to find the optimal threshold. Presented method is very effective for reducing the number of intensity levels. Problems may cause images with height amount of unwanted information which is saved to the expanse of subjective more important information.
The Impact of Adler Lifestyle Education on Resiliency of Parents of Educable Mentally Retarded Students
Authors: Tavakolizadeh J. , Yazdi ES. , Akbary A.
Published: December 2024

Introduction: Over the past two decades, the field of resiliency has attracted increasing attention in evolutionary psychology. Having mentally retarded children is one of life’s stressors for parents, that can have a devastating impact on their mental health. Therefore, any strategy that can help the parents of these children relieve stress and deal effectively is important. This study aimed to determine the impact of Adler lifestyle education on resiliency, especially on parents of mentally retarded students and will measure the following two hypotheses.

Method: This was a semi-experimental study with pre and post-test with control group. The statistical population of this study included parents of all the students of the Shahid Alavian Exceptional Education Center in Gonabad (N=120) whose children were studying in the 2012/2013 academic year; 60 people were randomly selected and assigned to two groups of 30 (case and control). It should be noted that each group consisted of 15 fathers and 15 mothers. The pre-test was administered to both groups separately. After that, the training in 11 sessions of 60 minutes was presented in the workshop of advisers for the case group. In this study, the Connor and Davidson’s resiliency questionnaire was used. In this study, the reliability coefficient equal to 0.89 was obtained using Cronbach's alpha method. To determine the validity, the correlation of each item with the total score was calculated. In the present study, the reliability of this instrument using Cronbach's alpha coefficient was determined as 0.89. Data were analyzed using SPSS for Windows version 16.

Results: The mean scores of the resiliency have increased in the case group than the control group which is statistically significant (P < 0.01). The mean scores of fathers’ resiliency have increased than mothers, but the differences were not significant between the two groups (P > 0.05).

Conclusion: The result of this study concluded that appropriate Adler lifestyle training helps parents of educable mentally retarded children to boost their resiliency. This is important due to the existence of mentally retarded children on parental stress.
The Influence of Employee Attractiveness on Service Recovery Paradox: Facial Recognition and Eye Tracker Analyses
Authors: Koc Erdoğan , Boz Hakan , Boz Burcin
Published: December 2024

This study aims to explore the influence of employee attractiveness on service recovery paradox by using Eye Tracker and Facial Recognition Software.  Based on two service recovery scenarios an experiment was carried out with the participation of 20 subjects in Turkey. In the experiment participants’ pre-and post-satisfaction levels before the service failure and after the service recovery attempt have been measured. The participants were also asked to respond to Likert type questions to explain to explain how they felt about the service encounter they were exposed to in the scenarios.  The analysis of data showed that although attractiveness reduced the negative of the responses, increased interest in the attractive service employee.  However, the results showed that in both scenarios (with attractive and less attractive service employee photos) the service recovery paradox did not occur.
Neutrosophic Hedge Algebras
Authors: Smarandache Florentin
Published: December 2024

We introduce now for the first time the neutrosophic hedge algebras as an extension of classical hedge algebras, together with an application of neutrosophic hedge algebras.
Second Language Task Grading and Syntactic Complexity in Writing
Authors: Faruji Laleh Fakhraee , Kharaghani Naeemeh
Published: December 2024

This study is motivated by Robinson’s Cognition Hypothesis and aims to investigate the impact of task grading along reasoning demands dimension on syntactic complexity in English as foreign language writing.  The participants of the study were 90 intermediate EFL learners from three intact classes at, and a Control group. At first, the students in all groups took part in the writing pre-test which was a picture story description task. Next, the treatment sessions including 8 sessions of picture description task performance began, during which the first experimental group received a series of picture description tasks in a randomized order of cognitive complexity. The second experimental group received the same tasks, but ordered from simple to complex based on their required reasoning demands.  The control group, however, did not receive any picture description tasks; rather they received some typical writing activities and performed extra writing tasks from the course book. Finally, during the last session, the post- test was administered to all participants. The results of the data analysis through Analysis of Variances (ANOVA) using the SPSS software showed a significant positive impact for sequencing tasks from simple to complex on syntactic complexity of Iranian intermediate EFL learners.
The Effects of Blue Light in Modern Society
Authors: Sabina Pascu Loredana , Perri Domenico , Vlad Bradeanu Andrei , Ciubara Anamaria , Marilena Marin , Virginia Marina
Published: December 2024

In the past, more than 150 years ago, incandescent bulb light appeared with red light emitters but technology has evolved to the present and scientist people discovered and promoted ecological lighting by compact fluorescent lamps and light emitting diodes.

In modern society, most of the classic lamps have been replaced with LED technology, much more efficient in terms of the amount of light emitted, as well as energy consumption. Besides these advantages, it also presents some drawbacks that affect our daily life through the structures they come into contact with (skin, eyes) and are intensively studied.

One of the most important and frequent effects of blue light is shown by the link between melanopsin, a photo-pigment present in the retina, responsible for regulating circadian rhythm and sleep-wake cycle, and blue light that go through the eye and reach the retina. So, it explains the increasing incidence of sleep disorders, decreased sleep quality associated with a high degree of fatigue and disturbance of family and social life. But knowing these effects, blue light can be beneficial if used in the first half of the day; in patients with neurocognitive disorders such as patients with Alzheimer’s disease, have been observed an improvement in symptomatology. On short term, blue light stimulates dopamine production, but long-term light exposure has the opposite effect and leads to symptoms such as anxiety, mood swings, inability to focus, lack of insight or self-awareness, low libido.

To be able to prevent the negative effects of blue light, first of all we need to know the devices that affect us and the main “enemies” are right next to us, present in our everyday life: smartphones, tablets, televisions.
Social-Cultural Influences and Personality Disorders Favoring Drug Consumption
Authors: Chicoș Oana , Perri Domenico , Capriș Liliana , Bulgaru Iliescu Andra Irina , Cristina Kantor
Published: December 2024

Due to the fact that crime is a social phenomenon, we consider necessary to analyze it as an individual action committed by a real person in an actual circumstance. We mention that crime is a human action, determined by certain psychological elements, necessities, reasons, purposes. In Romania, the evolution of the crime phenomenon is a consequence of the impact of severe socio-economic issues, characteristic of the transition period, as well as of the authority crisis transited by the competent state institutions. The defective legislation and the overburdening of the criminal justice system, associated with the lack of staff and logistics, have limited the effect of preventive and repressive measures. Therefore, people who consume substances submitted for national inspection are called drug addicts or drug abusers. According to the World Health Organization, narcomania is “the state of constant or chronic intoxication, harmful for the individual and for society, caused by the repeated consumption of a certain drug (natural or artificial) – it is characterized by the following – an irresistible need to continue consuming it and acquiring it by all means, a tendency to increase its dosage and a psychical, sometimes physical addiction for the effects of the drug”. Drugs of all types have been considered “magic” pills the molecular structure of which is well known by chemists, physicians and pharmacists. In literature they are also called “millenary fragile molecules”, which from ancient times were “glorified”, but in fact they do not have supernatural powers, but deceive people, being in fact a “two-faced coin”. The first face is the one which creates appeal and the second is the one which creates addiction, making us change our behavior and avoid our family and lose our friends. Thus we can state that one of the highest challenges of humanity is represented by drug consumption. The multiple environmental changes and the set of social, economic, and psychological changes are aspects which negatively influence people.
Conclusions: As a general conclusion, we can state that presently, illicit drug trafficking and consumption is the most successful business. The illicit drug market is considered the most “dynamic” crime market. Regarding the facts previously mentioned, we want to show that the citizens of the European Union spend over 24 billion lei a year on drugs.
Depression and Poor Functional Results in Elder Patients with Hip Fracture
Authors: Tudor Razvan Cosmin , Vendemmia Nicola , Pertea Mihaela , Badulescu Viola , Nechita Aurel , Ciubara Anamaria
Published: December 2024

Depression is the most common psychiatric disorder in the elderly, as well as one of the most common comorbidities in patients with hip fracture. Although many authors have confirmed that clinically recognized depressive symptomatology after hip fracture has a negative impact on functional outcomes and mortality, the role of depressive symptomatology evaluated at the time of admission remains insufficiently investigated. Depression can be assessed using the Geriatric Depression Scale. Predictor measurements of rehabilitation results that can interact with depression can be obtained. Linear multiple regression modeling can be used to evaluate the relationship between depression and functional outcome. The identified factors associated with the postoperative 1 and 2 year follow-up of a hip fracture should be incorporated into clinical strategies and postoperative nursing to provide muscle rehabilitation and good functional outcomes. In addition, the health care plan must ensure, before discharge, that the community in which older adults live provides nutritional education, cognitive screening and psychological support. Depression is a common disorder among orthopedic patients. A previous psychiatric diagnosis predisposes patients to depression following a trauma. The socio-economic status is also a predictive factor for increasing depression scores at 9 months after discharge. Patients with a greater sense of support from friends and family have an inverse correlation with depression. Reestablishing the quality of life the patient had before the fracture also seems to have a protective effect against depression. The severity of the trauma does not seem to affect the scores for the evaluation of depression. Psychiatric counseling can avoid associated psychiatric comorbidities in trauma patients. High levels of depressive symptomatology in elderly patients with hip fracture influence functional outcomes both in the short and the long term. We firmly support the introduction of the routine evaluation of this comorbidity. Failure to identify this associated pathology in patients with hip fracture represents a missed opportunity for eventual improvement in both early and late functional outcomes.
Risk Factors for Early Delirium after Surgery
Authors: Voicu Dragos Florin , Stan Dorina
Published: December 2024

Background: Although unrecognized, early postoperative delirium and cognitive dysfunction in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) are relatively common.
 Aim: The present study has proposed to identify the risk factors for delirium and their early incidence after surgery, with a view to implementing a screening list for delirium in ICU (ICDSL).
 Method: 722 patients undergoing abdominal surgery, with general anesthesia, were prospectively monitored for the development of postoperative delirium during Intensive Care Unit (ICU) stay.
 Results: The incidence of postoperative delirium was 8.03% (58 cases). No statistically relevant prolongation predictors for delirium were found. The duration of surgery was double, thus significantly higher in the delirium group (2.5 ± 1 vs 1 ± 0.87 hours). Patients in the delusion group were transfused with blood products, had episodes of intraoperative cardiocirculatory decline, underwent protracted mechanical ventilation (averaging 1.15 hours longer), and the duration of the ICU stage was double.
 Conclusions: The incidence of delirium, after surgery under general anesthesia, was 8.03%. The independent predictors of delirium were: the duration of surgery and post-operative mechanical ventilation and the length of hospitalization in ICU.
EFFECT OF TEMPERATURE AND RADIATION ON SOLAR CELL PARAMETERS
Authors:   Azerbaijan Technical University, KERİMOV E A
Published: December 2024

Thermophotovoltaic power generation is the conversion of long-wave (thermal) radiation, which, after heating the emitter material (radiator) to a high temperature (using concentrated solar radiation, burning natural gas, propane, petrol, hydrogen, etc.), is converted into electricity by a photovoltaic cell. Currently, the efficiency of such systems is not high and does not exceed 5 per cent, but they can operate around the clock, while ground-mounted solar cells usually operate less than 40 per cent of the time.
Behind the Curtain: Exploring AI's Transformative Power in Private Equity
Authors: Sahani Tanwangini
Published: December 2024

This study investigates private equity (PE), a crucial segment of the global financial ecosystem where funds and investors directly invest in private companies or buy out public companies. Unlike public equity markets, PE offers essential capital for growth, restructuring, and management buyouts, predominantly from institutional investors and high-net-worth individuals. The study outlines the structure of PE firms as limited partnerships, where general partners manage investments while limited partners provide capital and share profits. It explores various types of PE investments, including venture capital, growth capital, buyouts, and distressed situations. The research highlights significant growth in the PE sector, driven by superior returns compared to traditional asset classes, despite challenges from evolving technology and regulatory changes. A central focus is the role of artificial intelligence (AI), which is transforming deal sourcing, due diligence, portfolio management, and operational efficiency. The objectives of this study are to understand the operations and significance of private equity firms, explore AI's impact on PE functions, and assess the market landscape of AI within the private equity sector. This exploration provides insights into AI's potential to reshape investment strategies and enhance value creation in private equity.
A Guide to Enterprise Open Source
Authors: Haddad Ibrahim
Published: December 2024

Open source software (OSS) has transformed our world and become the backbone of our digital economy and the foundation of our digital world. From the internet and the mobile apps we use daily to the operating systems and programming languages we use to build the future, OSS has played a vital role. It is the lifeblood of the technology industry.

Organizations involved in building products or services involving software, regardless of their specific industry or sector, are likely to adopt OSS and contribute to open source projects deemed critical to their products and services. Organizations are creating open source program offices (OSPOs) to manage their open source activities, from adopting OSS and compliance with applicable licenses to participating in open standards and foundations.

To guide their ongoing use of OSS and their engagement with the open source ecosystem, they have developed open source strategies appropriate for their organizational constraints and industry challenges.

A Guide to Enterprise Open Source offers a practical and systematic approach to establishing an open source strategy, developing an implementation plan, and accelerating an organization’s open source efforts.
Releasing Internal Code into a New Open Source Project: A Guide for Stakeholders
Authors: Haddad Ibrahim
Published: December 2024

Corporate participation in open source has reached an all-time high and continues to grow as companies realize the value of consuming and contributing to open source projects. Part of the contribution that organizations make is open sourcing proprietary technology. This important contribution involves far more than just making the source code available.

For companies that plan to open source proprietary code as a standalone open source project, this report is a vital resource, offering an overview of the process and identifying the critical elements that ensure the necessary tasks are properly captured and executed.