bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Unraveling the Complexity of Dwarf Galaxy Dynamics: A Study of Binary Orbital Motions
Authors: Wang Wenting , Zhu Ling , Jing Yipeng , Grand Robert J. J. , Li Zhaozhou , Fu Xiaoting , Li Lu , Han Jiaxin , Li Ting S. , Feng Fabo , Frenk Carlos
Published: October 2023

We investigate the impact of binary orbital motions on the dynamical modeling of dwarf galaxies with intrinsic line-of-sight velocity dispersions (

σ

v

r

) of 1–9 km s−1. Using dwarf galaxies from the auriga level-2 and level-3 simulations, we apply the Jeans Anisotropic Multi-Gaussian Expansion modeling to tracer stars before and after including binaries to recover the dynamical masses. The recovered total masses within the half-mass radius of tracers, M(< r
half), are always inflated due to binary motions, with greater inflations occurring for smaller

σ

v

r

. However, many dwarf galaxies experience central density deflated due to binary motions, with little dependence on

σ

v

r

. This is due to the negative radial gradients in the velocity dispersion profiles, with the fractional inflation in

σ

v

r

due to binaries more significant in outskirts. An extreme binary fraction of 70% can lead to central density deflation of up to 10%–20% at 3 km s−1 <

σ

v

r

< 8 km s−1, with M( < r
half) inflated by 4% at 9 km s−1 and up to 15% at 3 km s−1. A lower binary fraction of 36% leads to similar deflations, with the inflations decreasing to approximately 10% at 3 km s−1 and becoming statistically insignificant. The choice of binary orbit distribution models does not result in significant differences, and observational errors tend to slightly weaken the deflations in the recovered central density. Two observations separated by 1 yr to exclude binaries lead to almost zero inflations/deflations for a binary fraction of 36% over 3 km s−1 <

σ

v

r

<
9

km s−1. For

σ

v

r

∼
1

km s−1 to 3 km s−1, a binary fraction of 70% (36%) still results in 60% (30%) to 10% (1%) of inflations in M( < r
half), even with two-epoch observation.
The Nuclear Reaction Network WinNet
Authors: Reichert M. , Winteler C. , Korobkin O. , Arcones A. , Bliss J. , Eichler M. , Frischknecht U. , Fröhlich C. , Hirschi R. , Jacobi M. , Kuske J. , Martínez-Pinedo G. , Martin D. , Mocelj D. , Rauscher T. , Thielemann F.-K.
Published: October 2023

We present the state-of-the-art single-zone nuclear reaction networkWinNet, which is capable of calculating the nucleosynthetic yields of a large variety of astrophysical environments and conditions. This ranges from the calculation of the primordial nucleosynthesis, where only a few nuclei are considered, to the ejecta of neutron star mergers with several thousands of involved nuclei. Here we describe the underlying physics and implementation details of the reaction network. We additionally present the numerical implementation of two different integration methods, the implicit Euler method and Gears method, along with their advantages and disadvantages. We furthermore describe basic example cases of thermodynamic conditions that we provide together with the network and demonstrate the reliability of the code by using simple test cases. With this publication,WinNetwill be publicly available and open source at GitHub and Zenodo.
EEG Monitored Guided Meditation for Weight Loss Proving the Materializing Power of Subconscious Mind – Case Report
Authors: Naydenov Christiyan , Kovachev Chavdar , Durgud Selin , Mindov Ivan , Chengeliyska Vesela , Tolekova Anna
Published: October 2023

BACKGROUND: Our study discusses the use of hypnosis as a tool to regulate the subconscious mind, with some researchers viewing it as a form of top-down cognition. The aim of the study was to prove the connection between the subconscious mind and body weight by measuring weight loss caused by hypnosis.
CASE PRESENTATION: The study involved a 25-year-old woman with a BMI of 48.8 kg/m2, who underwent two sessions of guided meditation and was monitored with EEG. Results showed a significant reduction in body weight after 2 weeks, and changes in EEG activity were observed, indicating better vigilance, self-esteem, and a positive state of mind.
CONCLUSION: The study supports the hypothesis that the subconscious mind has materializing power, and the results suggest that turning bad  habits into healthy activities and food preferences is related to subconscious productivity. The study could have a positive impact on the patient’s lifestyle.
The Safety and Efficacy of Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonist Drugs: A Comprehensive Literature Review
Authors: Alhusayni Khalid M. , Aljuaid Abdulmajeed M. , Alkhammash Abdulaziz M. , Alzahrani Shahad A. , Alorabi Abeer K. , Alotaibi Yasmin B. , Alhumaidi Nidaa T. , Alharbi Waad K. , Harbi Ghaliah A. , Alzahrani Ibrahim
Published: October 2023

There is a new class of antihyperglycemic medications called glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs). They work by increasing the effects of insulin on peripheral tissues, decreasing the liver’s glucose production, improving satiety through central nervous system action, as well as encouraging appropriate pancreatic cell production and (glucagon) suppression. GLP-1 agonists are a group of drugs used to manage type 2 diabetes mellitus and promote weight reduction. However, they cause several unfavorable side effects such as diarrhea, constipation, nausea, and vomiting, as expected. After extensive research, several clinical studies have found them to be safe for the heart and kidneys. Moreover, patients with a history of pancreatitis are advised to avoid GLP-1RA-based treatments, even though there is insufficient information to determine whether there is a causal relationship.
France-Afrique : le tunnel de l’« indépendance-association »
Authors: Laloupo Francis
Published: October 2023

Les relations entre la France et les États de l’Afrique subsaharienne portent encore la charge de l’histoire coloniale et du « malentendu initial » des conditions de l’indépendance obtenue en 1960. Dans un contexte de recomposition géopolitique mondiale, la création d’une relation enfin équilibrée suppose peut-être d’en finir avec tout « cadre privilégié » ou « singulier » pour se placer dans le champ ordinaire de la coopération entre États et régions.
Comprendre les représentations entrepreneuriales des jeunes diplômés en contexte de précarité
Authors: Omandji Lokonde Paul
Published: October 2023

La majorité des jeunes diplômés des pays du sud, pourtant pleins d’énergies et d’initiatives, sont de plus en plus dans l’entrepreneuriat de nécessité que celui d’opportunité. Partant du paradigme que la pensée précède l’action, la présente recherche veut comprendre les représentations entrepreneuriales des jeunes diplômés formés dans un contexte de précarité et du taux de chômage élevé ainsi que les liens entre lesdites représentations et leur agir entrepreneurial. Pour cela, elle mobilise la méthodologie qualitative basée sur 40 récits de vie des jeunes formés dans les Universités de la République démocratique du Congo. Elle parvient à identifier les représentations entrepreneuriales catégorielles et collectives, les éléments qui les expliquent et fait émerger cinq profils de représentations entrepreneuriales de ces jeunes. Aussi, explore-t-elle les possibilités de faire évoluer lesdites représentations vers l’entrepreneuriat d’opportunité.
Essai de conceptualisation de la notion de faux pas dans un contexte de reprise d’entreprise
Authors: Meiar Alain , Verstraete Thierry
Published: October 2023

Alors que le terrain d’une transmission d’entreprise était investi pour en faire un des cas d’une recherche plus large sur la transmission d’entreprise à un tiers externe, un incident interrogea les chercheurs sur la qualification à donner au problème ainsi relevé et à éclairer celui-ci par un corpus académique approprié. Cet incident est lié à une décision prise par un repreneur risquant de mettre en difficulté l’entreprise récemment reprise par lui. Cette décision a conduit à ce qui est ici qualifié de « faux pas ». La théorie des conventions et la théorie de la charge cognitive ont été utilisées pour en fournir une première conceptualisation. L’objectif de cet essai est de participer à faire du faux pas un concept utile au chercheur, à l’entrepreneur et à son conseiller.
Le corridor ferroviaire transcaspien : vers une marginalisation de la Russie dans les routes de la soie ?
Authors: Lasserre Frédéric
Published: October 2023

Le corridor transcaspien ou médian, également connu sous le nom de Middle Corridor , gagne en popularité en tant que lien ferroviaire stratégique entre l'Asie et l'Europe, en particulier depuis l'invasion de l'Ukraine par la Russie et les sanctions décrétées principalement par les pays occidentaux. Tout d'abord, ce corridor médian offre un itinéraire plus court de 2 000 kilomètres que les corridors Nord, qui passent par la Russie. Plus important encore, il permet aux entreprises d'atténuer les risques et les incertitudes liés aux sanctions et à la dégradation des relations avec Moscou. Le trafic connaît une augmentation rapide depuis quelques mois, alors qu'il semble diminuer de manière significative au niveau des corridors septentrionaux. Quel est l'avenir de ce nouveau corridor ? Peut-il se substituer à la route traversant la Russie ? Quelle est l'attitude à son endroit de la Chine et pourquoi est-il soutenu par la Turquie comme par le Kazakhstan ?
An infrared small target detection model via Gather-Excite attention and normalized Wasserstein distance
Authors: Sun Kangjian , Huo Ju , Liu Qi , Yang Shunyuan
Published: October 2023

Infrared small target detection (ISTD) is the main research content for defense confrontation, long-range precision strikes and battlefield intelligence reconnaissance. Targets from the aerial view have the characteristics of small size and dim signal. These characteristics affect the performance of traditional detection models. At present, the target detection model based on deep learning has made huge advances. The You Only Look Once (YOLO) series is a classic branch. In this paper, a model with better adaptation capabilities, namely ISTD-YOLOv7, is proposed for infrared small target detection. First, the anchors of YOLOv7 are updated to provide prior. Second, Gather-Excite (GE) attention is embedded in YOLOv7 to exploit feature context and spatial location information. Finally, Normalized Wasserstein Distance (NWD) replaces IoU in the loss function to alleviate the sensitivity of YOLOv7 for location deviations of small targets. Experiments on a standard dataset show that the proposed model has stronger detection performance than YOLOv3, YOLOv5s, SSD, CenterNet, FCOS, YOLOXs, DETR and the baseline model, with a mean Average Precision (mAP) of 98.43%. Moreover, ablation studies indicate the effectiveness of the improved components.
Zinner’s Syndrome: Case report of a Developmental Anomaly of the Mesonephric Duct
Authors: Cleva Mirco , Montaldo Luca , Graziani Giovanna , Bruschi Ennio , Valentino Massimo
Published: October 2023

Zinner’s syndrome is a rare congenital malformation characterized by the association of unilateral renal agenesis with ipsilateral seminal vesicle cyst and ejaculatory duct obstruction. Most patients are asymptomatic until the third or fourth decade of life when the syndrome is associated with dysuria, perineal pain, infertility, and painful ejaculation. In this report, we present the common imaging findings of this rare developmental anomaly involving the mesonephric duct in a 48-year-old male patient experiencing pelvic pain, recurrent dysuria, and pollakiuria.
Just How Complex Is It to Teach Writing?
Authors: Fisher Emily A.
Published: October 2023

The act of writing is multifaceted. Therefore, so is teaching writing. Elementary educators face challenges when implementing effective writing instruction because elementary students possess literacy skills ranging from emergent to skillful. This review illuminates just how complex it is to teach writing in elementary contexts. It uses complexity theory in writing to organize and contemplate the varying pieces that go into teaching elementary writing. This essay is meant to help administrators, curricular specialists, and instructional coaches understand the complexities and nuances that elementary teachers encounter. Additionally, it can provide specific elements that can be used for feedback or design professional development.
Framework for Detection of Cyberbullying in Text Data Using Natural Language Processing and Machine Learning
Authors: Suresh Babu C. V. , Kowsika S. , Sai Tejaswi M. , Janarakshani T. R. , Mercysha Princy S.
Published: October 2023

Cyberbullying is a huge problem online that affects young people and adults. It can lead to accidents like suicide and depression. There is a growing need to curate content on social media platforms. In the following study, the authors used data on two different forms of cyberbullying, hate speech tweets on Twitter, and ad hominem-based comments on Wikipedia forums. The authors use machine learning-based natural language processing and textual data to build models based on cyberbullying detection. They study three feature extraction methods and their four classifiers to determine the best method. The model achieves an accuracy of more than 90 degrees on the tweet data and more than 80 degrees on the Wikipedia data.
Crisis in Motion
Authors: Nag Aditi , Sarkar Satyaki
Published: October 2023

The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted human mobility and sustainable development. Chandil, Jharkhand, in India, is experiencing the impact of migration patterns and the fallout of the pandemic. This research examines the migrant workforce's composition, pre-pandemic livelihoods, and post-pandemic resilience. The study uses data analysis and a survey of 392 respondents to examine the pandemic's impact on migration patterns, livelihoods, and sustainable development prospects. It also highlights the resilience and adaptability of migrant workers, the construction industry's dynamics, and the changing landscape of internal migration in India. The research places Chandil, Jharkhand, within the global context and aligns it with the United Nations' sustainable development goals. It calls for targeted interventions to safeguard the well-being and livelihoods of vulnerable migrant populations and calls for a reimagining of policies and strategies to foster sustainable development and rebuild a more equitable post-pandemic world.
Experimental Investigation on Strength Characteristics of Concrete by Partial Replacement of Cement with Sodium Silicate
Authors: Munipally Sai Krishna , Prakash Akula , Kapilan S.
Published: October 2023

The basic material used for advancement in concrete is often composed of essential limiting materials such as concrete, fine aggregate, coarse aggregate, and water. Solid waste management is one of the most important tactics in today's total collection situation. As expected, an effort was made to decrease usual resources and conserve the environment. To increase the strength of concrete, Sodium Silicate (Na2SiO3) is added in the amounts of 5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, 30%, 35%, 40%, and 45% by weight of cement. The study entails investigating the effect of adding sodium silicate in various quantities on setting time, workability, and compressive strength. When sodium silicate is added to concrete, there is a significant increase in workability and durability, according to the literature. Setting time and compressive strength were studied, and it was shown that using sodium silicate as a substitute for cement improves workability and durability. When Sodium Silicate is added to concrete buildings, the content of calcium hydroxide drops while the content of calcium silicate hydrate (C-S-H gel) increases as compared to untreated concrete structures. Because the expansive and insoluble C-S-H gels partially fill the micro-pores, micro-voids, and micro fractures in the concrete structures, the sodium silicate-based concrete sealers are basically surface hydrophilic agents. Because of the production of C-S-H gel, the amount of water in the mix is reduced as compared to a traditional one, as is the initial setting time. Sodium Silicate is transformed into a binding agent as well as a superplasticizer after the reaction.
Assessment of Strength and Durability Parameters of Geopolymer Concrete Blocks with Different Sand Replacement Levels
Authors: Kumar C. Vivek , Babu P. Suresh Chandra , Anas M. Sheik Mohamed , Varma V. Naresh Kumar , Hemalatha Chelpuri
Published: October 2023

The burned clay brick industry produces approximately 360 billion bricks per year, causing major land degradation and unprocessed pollutants. The quantity of bricks necessitates the use of 15,500 hectares of land. The topsoil necessary to produce traditional brick is 2200 m3 / billion bricks per year, whereas only 0.75 hectare of surface of land is needed to produce millions of clayey bricks each year. Another aspect of environmental degradation was its inefficient use of fly ash, which would be created by thermal power stations (TPS). Around 120 million tonnes of fly ash were produced yearly in India through 260 million tonnes of coal (65 percent of India's annual coal production), covering nearly 15,000 hectares of useable land. Apart from fly ash, a variety of materials, such as clay, silica fume, and bottom ash, could be used as pozzolanic materials which react with both the alkaline activator. The influence of chemical activators, their proportioning, curing conditions, and curing time all impact the strength properties for geopolymer materials. As a result, geopolymer development has a wide range of applications. Compressive strength, water absorption, and sulphate attack were all measured on geopolymer concrete mixes. The objective of this investigation findings was compared to the fly ash based geopolymer concrete block made of natural aggregate with different replacement levels of fine aggregate as natural sand, manufactured sand and Ecosand with required mix proportion are all within the IS 15658 guidelines.
Activation of the Wnt/β-catenin/CYP1B1 pathway alleviates oxidative stress and protects the blood-brain barrier under cerebral ischemia/reperfusion conditions
Authors: Chen Xingyong , Yao Nannan , Mao Yanguang , Xiao Dongyun , Huang Yiyi , Zhang Xu , Wang Yinzhou
Published: October 2023

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Accumulating evidence suggests that oxidative stress and the Wnt/β-catenin pathway participate in stroke-induced disruption of the blood-brain barrier. However, the potential links between them following ischemic stroke remain largely unknown. The present study found that cerebral ischemia leads to oxidative stress and repression of the Wnt/β-catenin pathway. Meanwhile, Wnt/β-catenin pathway activation by the pharmacological inhibitor, TWS119, relieved oxidative stress, increased the levels of cytochrome P450 1B1 (CYP1B1) and tight junction-associated proteins (zonula occludens-1 [ZO-1], occludin and claudin-5), as well as brain microvascular density in cerebral ischemia rats. Moreover, rat brain microvascular endothelial cells that underwent oxygen glucose deprivation/reoxygenation displayed intense oxidative stress, suppression of the Wnt/β-catenin pathway, aggravated cell apoptosis, downregulated CYP1B1 and tight junction protein levels, and inhibited cell proliferation and migration. Overexpression of β-catenin or knockdown of β-catenin and CYP1B1 genes in rat brain microvascular endothelial cells at least partly ameliorated or exacerbated these effects, respectively. In addition, small interfering RNA-mediated β-catenin silencing decreased CYP1B1 expression, whereas CYP1B1 knockdown did not change the levels of glycogen synthase kinase 3β, Wnt-3a, and β-catenin proteins in rat brain microvascular endothelial cells after oxygen glucose deprivation/reoxygenation. Thus, the data suggest that CYP1B1 can be regulated by Wnt/β-catenin signaling, and activation of the Wnt/β-catenin/CYP1B1 pathway contributes to alleviation of oxidative stress, increased tight junction levels, and protection of the blood-brain barrier against ischemia/hypoxia-induced injury.
Upregulation of circ0000381 attenuates microglial/macrophage pyroptosis after spinal cord injury
Authors: Zhang Yan , Zhang Wenkai , Liu Tao , Ma Ziqian , Zhang Wenxiu , Guan Yun , Chen Xueming
Published: October 2023

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Neuroinflammation exacerbates secondary damage after spinal cord injury, while microglia/macrophage pyroptosis is important to neuroinflammation. Circular RNAs (circRNAs) play a role in the central nervous system. However, the functional role and mechanism of circRNAs in regulating microglia/macrophage pyroptosis after spinal cord injury are still poorly studied. In the present study, we detected microglia/macrophage pyroptosis in a female rat model of spinal cord injury, along with upregulated levels of circ0000381 in the spinal cord. Our further experimental results suggest that circ0000381 may function as a sponge to sequester endogenous microRNA423-3p (miR-423-3p), which can increase the expression of NOD-like receptor 3 (NLRP3), a pyroptosis marker. Therefore, upregulation of circ0000381 may be a compensatory change after spinal cord injury to attenuate microglia/macrophage pyroptosis. Indeed, knockdown of circ0000381 expression exacerbated microglia/macrophage pyroptosis. Collectively, our findings provide novel evidence for the upregulation of circ0000381, which may serve as a neuroprotective mechanism to attenuate microglia/macrophage pyroptosis after spinal cord injury. Accordingly, circ0000381 may be a novel therapeutic target for the treatment of spinal cord injury.
Efficacy of Accelerated Vaccination Against Hbv to Achieve Antibody Formation in Multiple Sclerosis Patients Receiving Anti-Cd20 Therapy
Authors: Koc Emine Rabia , Turan Omer Faruk , Saridas Furkan , Menguc Bedirhan , Minaz Sema Nur , Ozkaya Guven
Published: October 2023

Aim:

Ocrelizumab is a monoclonal antibody that has been approved for use in both relapsing–remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) and primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS). Since ocrelizumab acts on B cells, it also affects humoral immunity, thus reducing the vaccine response. In this study, we aimed to elucidate the relationship between the antibody response following rapid vaccination against hepatitis B virus (HBV) in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients receiving ocrelizumab treatment, and the time of vaccination.

Materials and Methods:

A total of 220 MS patients were included in this retrospective analysis. The patients’ baseline HBV serostatuses (HbsAg, Anti-HbsAb, Anti-HbcAb), previous drug history for MS, whether they were vaccinated against HBV in the past, vaccination status before or after ocrelizumab treatment, and protective antibody titers according to vaccination times, occult HBV incidence and initiation of antiviral treatment were evaluated.

Results:

Forty-nine percent of MS patients using ocrelizumab were not vaccinated against HBV. The patients were divided into three groups according to their vaccination status as: individuals vaccinated in the past (7.3%, n = 16), vaccinated before treatment (4.5%, n = 10), and vaccinated after treatment (22.3%, n = 49). The antibody titers of the patients in the 6th month after ocrelizumab treatment were measured as 78 mIU/ml, 193 mIU/ml, and 0, respectively. The number of patients with occult HBV infection was 38.

Conclusion:

In patients with a suspected diagnosis of MS, HBV serostatus should be evaluated at the beginning and if necessary, patients should be vaccinated in the early period. Vaccinating patients at least 1 month before initiating multiple sclerosis treatment is more effective in terms of protective antibody formation.
Stroke-Like Episodes and Epilepsy in a Patient with COQ8A-Related Coenzyme Q10 Deficiency
Authors: Ramesh Rithvik , Hariharan Sundar , Sundar Latha
Published: October 2023

Coenzyme q10 (CoQ10) deficiency is an extremely uncommon disease that has very rarely been reported in adulthood. This case describes an elderly male with ataxia since adolescence, and visual disturbance since 40, presenting with recurrent episodes of seizures. Imaging revealed stroke-like episodes, with other immune and infective evaluations being negative. He was eventually diagnosed to have Primary CoQ10 deficiency secondary to CoQ8A mutation. This account highlights the challenges in diagnosing and managing primary Coenzyme Q10 deficiency, especially when it presents later in life with atypical features such as stroke-like episodes.
Darier Disease with Acrokeratosis Verruciformis of Hopf and their Aggravation on Lithium Therapy for Bipolar Disorder
Authors: Sharma Avinash , Saini Brij Kishore , Jain Suresh Kumar , Kushwaha Ramesh Kumar
Published: October 2023

Darier disease (DD) and acrokeratosis verruciformis of Hopf are rare autosomal dominant skin disorders. Both are caused by a single gene mutation, i.e., ATP2A2 located on chromosome 12, which is expressed in the skin and brain. However, both the diseases are clinically and histopathologically distinct. DD is associated with many neuropsychiatric conditions such as depression, bipolar disorder (BPD), and seizures. Lithium is commonly used as a mood stabilizer in psychiatry and is reported to aggravate DD. We report a case of a 17-year-old female with DD and acrokeratosis verruciformis with associated with BPD Type 1 presenting with an aggravation of skin lesions after starting lithium therapy.
Microstructure and Corrosion Characteristics of Composite Coating
Developed on T22 Steel Using Plasma Thermal Spray Method
Authors: Lakkannavar Virupakshappa K. , Yogesha K.B.
Published: October 2023

High-temperature corrosion is a crucial issue in power plant components such as
boilers and superheaters when they operate in high-temperature aggressive
environments leading to early component failure. As a result, surface
modification is critical to protect parts against various types of degradations
and increase operational performance at the lowest possible cost. The present
study deals with Metco 42C and cenosphere-based composite coating on ASME A387
Grade 22 boiler steel material. The coating compositions were prepared by weight
fraction of 5% and 10% cenosphere with Metco 42C and coated on T22 boiler tube
material by plasma spray technique. To check the performance a high-temperature
cyclic oxidation study at 600°C for 20 cycles in a molten salt environment of
sodium sulfate (40%Na2SO4) and vanadium pentoxide
(60%V2O5) was carried out and simultaneously corrosion
kinetics was evaluated after each cycle. Neutral salt spray (NSS) and cyclic
corrosion tests were carried out at defined temperature and humidity cycles in a
salt mist environment to understand the relative corrosion resistance of coated
and uncoated substrates. The characterization techniques such as scanning
electron microscope (SEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) were utilized to check the
morphology of tested samples. The bond strength, porosity, and hardness tests
were done independently to characterize the coating. The results of the
high-temperature oxidation test showed protective oxide layers formation on
coated samples, improving high-temperature oxidation resistance. Additionally,
the neutral salt spray and cyclic corrosion test results of coated substrate
showed higher relative corrosion resistance as compared to uncoated
substrate.
Is the rule of recognition really a duty-imposing rule?
Authors: Ramsauer Laurenz
Published: October 2023

According to a persistent assumption in legal philosophy, the social rule at the foundation of a legal system (the Rule of Recognition) serves both an epistemic and a duty-imposing function. Thus, some authors have claimed that it would be a formidable problem for legal philosophy to explain how such social rules can impose duties, and some have taken it upon themselves to show how social practices might just do that. However, I argue that this orthodox assumption about the dual function of rule of recognition is ill-founded. Contrary to the orthodox view, we have no good reasons to ascribe more than an epistemic function to the rule of recognition. Accordingly, the norms deriving immediately from the rule of recognition are no different than those entailed by other epistemic, grammatical or syntactic norms. Consequently, accounts of the normativity of law need not explain how social practices like conventions or plans might impose duties on the officials of a legal system.
Revolutionizing Retail: Machine Learning Applications for Enhanced Customer Experience and Operational Efficiency
Authors: Prithi M  , Tamizharasi K
Published: October 2023

In today's highly competitive retail landscape, businesses are constantly seeking innovative ways to enhance customer experience while optimizing operational efficiency. This paper explores the transformative potential of machine learning (ML) applications in addressing this dual challenge. Leveraging diverse datasets encompassing customer behaviours, inventory management, and supply chain operations, our research employs state-of-the-art ML algorithms to develop predictive models and personalized recommendation systems. Our methodology demonstrates the ability of ML to analyze vast amounts of data in real-time, leading to precise demand forecasting, dynamic pricing strategies, and tailored customer experiences. Through a comprehensive evaluation, we reveal significant improvements in revenue generation and cost reduction. Moreover, the discussion highlights the ethical considerations and challenges associated with ML adoption in retail. In conclusion, this study underscores the pivotal role of machine learning in redefining the retail landscape, offering a competitive edge through data-driven insights, and ultimately revolutionizing the industry.
Digital Delivery of Mental Health: A Review on Effectiveness and Challenges in Implementation
Authors: Dr KUMARI RANJEETA
Published: October 2023

The digital mental health Inventories (DMHIs) has become a great potential to improve the mental wellness and health in this fast growing digital era. As we know nearly half of the patients of mental health, were deprived from the proper treatment through traditional therapeutic techniques, but now in this digital era, Smartphone and online platforms are easily available to access different way of therapies and diagnosis. The goal of the mental health Inventories are focused on to provide services targeting the mental health problems through online and digital technologies such as web -based programs, virtual reality platforms, mobile health (mHealth), cCBT (computerized Cognitive Behaviour Therapy), Chroma-Key (for social anxiety and interpersonal difficulties). The present paper is a systematic review of different literature about the impacts of digital mental health technologies.
Использование современных оптических методов в научно-исследовательской
работе курсантов морских специальностей
Authors: Корнева Ирина Павловна , Малецкий Герман Геннадьевич
Published: October 2023

Рассматриваются возможности использования современных оптических методов в научно-исследовательской работе курсантов морских специальностей при обучении физике. Показано, что участие курсантов в научной работе имеет целью приобретения ими как общенаучных, так и профессиональных компетенций. Освоение оптических методов исследования, приобретение навыков работы на современном физическом оборудовании, знакомство со стилем и методами работы физиков направлено на формирование компетентного специалиста, способного в будущем решать профессиональные задачи.
Investigation of Reactive Red 198 Dye Removal by Chitosan from Aqueous Solution
Authors: Carbaş Hamiyet Ö. , Kadak Ali E. , Küçükgülmez Aygül , Gülnaz Osman , Çelik Mehmet
Published: October 2023

This study used chitosan, a biopolymer with high adsorption capacity obtained from shrimp shells, to remove Reactive Red 198 dye from water. The effects of pH, temperature, dye concentration, and particle size on adsorption were investigated. The optimum pH level for the adsorption was determined as 5. The effect of the temperature was found to be adverse, and it was observed that the adsorption capacity of chitosan decreases as the temperature increases. Considering the effect of the initial dye concentration, the adsorption values of under-size chitosan (passed through a 150-mesh sieve) and over-size chitosan (retained on a 150-mesh sieve) at 200 mg/L dye concentration were 197.38 and 196.22 mg/g, respectively. At 100 mg/L dye concentration, these values were 97.41 and 96.10 mg/g, respectively. Adhesion of the Reactive Red 198 was easier because the adsorption surface area expanded with the reduction of the particle size of the chitosan. According to the results of the study, it was seen that the isotherm model of adsorption is a suitable monolayer for the Langmuir isotherm model. Langmuir isotherm’s maximum adsorption capacity (Qmax) was calculated as 500 mg/g. The kinetic model was in line with the pseudo-second-order kinetic model. The FTIR spectra of the chitosan before and after adsorption showed that the adsorption is indeed chemical. Furthermore, SEM results demonstrated that the adsorption was more efficient due to the fibrous and porous structure of the chitosan.
The Importance of Fairy Tales in Communication, Education, and Cultural Preservation
Authors:   Faculty of Philology, Thai Nguyen University of Education, Viet Nam, Thanh Quý Ngô Thị , Phương ương Thị ,   Faculty of Philology, Thai Nguyen University of Education, Viet Nam
Published: October 2023

Folk literature is considered the invaluable heritage of the nation, a repository of the cultural beauty and way of life of the Vietnamese people. When delving into folk tales, we understand the hopes and aspirations of the people for a better life. Folk tales have existed for thousands of years and are not just for entertainment. They serve as an important educational tool, connecting and preserving culture. Folk tales influence how we perceive the world, convey ideals, and strengthen the bond between individuals and communities. Drawing from the rich treasury of Vietnamese folk tales, this article explores the significant impact of this genre on our understanding of the world, the transmission of cultural values, and the creation of meaningful community connections. In practice, teaching and learning folk tales in schools is always favored by students because it suits their age and psychological characteristics. However, how to teach in a way that allows students to use their imagination, immerse themselves in the world of folk tales, and extract life lessons is a matter of great interest.
UPAYA DINAS PERHUBUNGAN DALAM MENANGANI PARKIR LIAR DI KOTA PROBOLINGGO
Authors: Hariyanto Deki
Published: October 2023

Pada penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendapatkan hasil analisis upaya dinas perhubungan dalam menangani parkir liar di kota Probolinggo. Penelitian dilaksanakan di Dinas Perhubungan Kota Probolinggo menggunakan metode analisis kualitatif deskriptif. Pengumpulan data berasal dari instrumen yang digunakan berupa wawancara, observasi, dan dokumentasi yang dilaksanakan berulang guna mendapatkan data yang valid.
UNIVERSALISME DAN KEBINEKAAN DALAM PERSPEKTIF HINDU
Authors: Wismayanthi Kadek Wiwin , Surpa I Wayan
Published: October 2023

konsepsi Hindu tentang ketunggalan (universalisme) datam kaitannya dengan pluralisme agama di Indonesia. Untuk mengkaji konsepsi ketunggalan (universalisme) atau wawasan kebangsaan digunakan pendekatan eksistensialis atau secara ontologis. Tulisan ini diawali dengan pemaparan singkat tentang ide kebangsaan dan negara kebangsaan. Selanjutnya ide atau wawasan kebangsaan diberikan batasan secara filosofis. Pada bagian akhir dikemukakan beberapa pengingkaran terhadap wawasan kebangsaan menurut filsafat Hindu. Dengan menggunakan filsafat Nyaya-Vaisesika disimpulkan bahwa pengakaran tersebut disebabkan oleh ketidakpahaman masyarakat Indonesia terhadap makna sesungguhnya ketunggalan atau wawasan kebangsaan atau nasionalisme tersebut. Masing-masing segmen masyarakat Indonesia terbuai oleh karakteristik spesifik suku, ras, atau agama sendiri ketimbang pada karakateristik umum yang esensial.
Analisis kualitas pelayanan izin usaha pada dinas penanaman modal dan pelayanan terpadu satu pintu kabupaten sikka
Authors: Victoria Prima
Published: October 2023

Public service currently has several different views judged from a variety of perspectives. Some day the service is not in accordance with the expectations of the community, but there are also those who say that thw services provided are ini accordance with what the community wants. For this reason, this study aims to determine the quality of bussines permit service at the investment service and one-stop integrated ervice in Sikka Regency. This research is a descriptive qualitative focuses on the dimensions of the quality of public services according to zeithmal, parasuraman and berry in hardiansyah that dimension is reliability, responsiveness,assurance, of empati and tangibels. Sources of data and results or information in this study must be chosen based on purposive sampling techniques. The data validity checking technique used in this study is triangulation. In data analysis techniques in this study, namely the reduction of data presentation of data and drawing conclusion. From the results of research on the quality of business permit services in the investment services and one stop integrated services in Sikka Regency with the five dimensions mentioned above, it can be seen that the five dimensions have been implemented well although there are still shortages or obstacles that are not too visible.
OPTIMIZATION OF ZAKAT RECEIVING THROUGH THE DIGITAL PLATFORM AT THE ZAKAT MANAGEMENT FOUNDATION IN SURABAYA
Authors: Aristyanto Erwan , Edi Agus Sarwo
Published: October 2023

This study aims to determine and describe the influence of religiosity and service quality on people's interest and decision to pay zakat through digital platforms. The research uses quantitative research methods. The population in this study is all people who pay zakat through a digital platform with a sample of 97 respondents. Data collection techniques using the method of observation, interviews, documentation and other data. Data analysis uses SPSS analysis with the aim of testing the religiosity variable, service quality variable, community decision variable to pay zakat through digital platforms and public interest in paying zakat through digital platforms. The results of this study indicate that the religiosity variable and service quality variable greatly influence the interest and decision of the community to pay zakat through digital platforms because it makes it easier for people to pay zakat which can be done anytime and anywhere.
PENGARUH MOTIVASI KERJA, PENGALAMAN, DAN PELATIHAN DALAM MENINGKATKAN KINERJA KARYAWAN PADA RESTAURANT DI BALI
Authors: Ribek Pande Ketut , Imbayani I Gusti Ayu , Sulistyawati Ni Putu Dian
Published: October 2023

ABSTRAK Peningkatan kinerja memberikan dampak positif dalam pencapaian tujuan perusahaan sehingga manajemen harus mempelajari sikap dan prilaku para karyawan dalam perusahaan. Dalam meningkatkan kinerja karyawan perusahaan harus dapat mengetahui faktor-faktor yang dapat mempengaruhi kinerja. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh motivasi kerja, pengalaman kerja dan pelatihan kerja tehadap kinerja karyawan pada restaurant tendan korean BBQ di Bali. Penelitian ini dilakukan di Restaurant Tendan Tendan Korean BBQ dengan total sampel sebanyak 30 orang karyawan dengan sampling jenuh. Teknik analisis regresi linier berganda.Berdasarkan hasil penelitian dinyatakan bahwa motivasi kerja berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan,  pengalaman kerja berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan, pelatihan kerja berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kinerja karyawan pada Restaurant Tendan Korean BBQ di Bali Kata Kunci : Motivasi Kerja, Pengalaman Kerja, Pelatihan Kerja, Kinerja Karyawan.
PENGARUH PRESTASI AKADEMIK, LITERASI BISNIS, DAN GAYA HIDUP TERHADAP INTENSI MAHASISWA BERWIRAUSAHA
Authors: Mardikaningsih Rahayu , Darmawan Didit
Published: October 2023

Carrying out exploration based on the influence of academic achievement, business literacy and lifestyle on student intentions to become entrepreneurs is the goal of this research. The students who are the sample are students in the city of Surabaya who are studying at private universities and of course have taken entrepreneurship courses. The technique for taking the sample is accidental. The data analysis will utilize a technique called multiple regression. Data was collected through the use of a questionnaire which included the variables of academic achievement, business literacy, lifestyle and entrepreneurial intentions. The effect of the independent variable on the dependent variable can be evaluated on the basis of multiple regression analysis. Based on the results of his research, several factors that shape student entrepreneurial intentions can be better understood. These findings can be a reference for universities and educational institutions in developing more effective entrepreneurship programs. It is hoped that in the future the number of students interested in becoming entrepreneurs will increase even more because the relationship between academic achievement, business literacy, lifestyle, and entrepreneurial intentions has been well understood.
Disrupsi Industri 4.0; Implementasi, Peluang Dan Tantangan Dunia Industri Indonesia
Authors: Suda Nurjani Ni Putu
Published: October 2023

The Industrial Phenomenon 4.0 has transformed the way humans work into automation / digitization through innovations. Industry 4.0 says the era of technology disruption because of automation and connectivity in a field will make the movement of the industrial world and work competition to be non-linear. Industry players can’t be separated from the internet. All objects are equipped with sensor-assisted technology devices and are able to communicate themselves with information technology systems. This phenomenon then raises the concern that in the era of disruption of human role as the driving force of an industry will be shifted by the presence of smart robots. Humans are no longer dependent on other humans or natural resources, but depend on artificial intelligence products. Based on this, the authors make a qualitative descriptive study that raises the phenomenon of industry in Indonesia, the extent to which 4.0 industry is already known by the people of Indonesia, as well as what opportunities can be utilized by industry players to face the era of digitalization industry. In this study it can be seen that the era of industry 4.0 can be seen as a big enough opportunity for the development of industrial world, because it created equal opportunity for industry players in creating an innovation and at the same time marketing a product. Capital and power are no longer a major obstacle, because innovation and creativity in utilizing digital media is the key to success of every industry player in the industrial disruption era 4.0.
Rancang Bangun Metronome Berbasis Mikrokontroler
Authors: Supriadi Mardiki
Published: October 2023

To know the exact count of time period between the first and furthermore, about beat in a song, we need an instrument called metronome. This research was done to design and make a metronome which is AT89S51 microcontroller based, so we can analyze the time period counting for every beat within tempo.The method that has been used in this research is books evaluating with studied everything which are connected with AT89S51 microcontroller, seven segment display, LCD, keypad 3X4 and buzzer. Seven segment display as an output to display number 1,2,3 and 4 according to its turn. LCD has a function as an output to display the tempo category, so that the user can know the tempo chosen on the keypad. Keypad 3X4 is used as an input to arrange the tempo. Buzzer will produce “beep” sound when the seven segment display turn on. Next, the methods is followed by block diagram design and components scheme, instrument and software BASCOM making, also tested the components series to know was it work as its function or no.This metronome has already worked as the initial plan. This tool has the same precise of time period counting between the first and furthermore. This tool can display number 1,2,3 and 4 as its turn on the seven segment display and display category or tempo groups on LCD and “beep” sound through the buzzer.
LEGAL REGULATION OF TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER CONTRACT
Authors: Ghalib HASSAN Raed
Published: October 2023

Technology transfer contracts are among the most common contracts at the present time، due to the increasing need to keep pace with development، especially if we know that there is a clear discrepancy between the countries of the world in the field of information technology، as developing countries seek to get rid of their economic problems to overcome the state of backwardness and compensate for the state of delay. This is based on the transfer of advanced technology in various productive sectors، so these contracts appeared that focus in essence on moral elements (Morals) represented in information، technical assistance ، or patent rights ، and work to transfer them from the first party supplying (Supplier) to the second party receiving (Recipient). The most important characteristic of these contracts is the diversity of their forms depending on the diversity of the shop. Some of these contracts focus on the transfer of technology with all its elements، and some of them focus on a specific element or more of its elements ، or the subject of which is to provide expertise ، advice or a certain effort، and this appears clearly if The recipient party does not have the ability to absorb، use and develop the transferred technology. This diversity made it difficult to determine the nature of the contract، and thus assigning it to one of the well-known contracts. This difficulty increases in legislation in which the legal regulation of the provisions of this type of contract is absent ، as is the case with Iraqi legislation. To shed light on this issue، we sought the help of the legislative provisions mentioned in the Trade Law. Al-Masry No. (17) for the year 1999، due to the absence of codification in Iraqi law، through the following two studies: The first topic: the nature of the technology transfer contract. The second topic: the legal nature of the technology transfer contract.
Clinical characteristics, treatments, and outcomes of difficult biliary stones in a reference hospital in Colombia
Authors: Lombo Moreno Carlos Ernesto , Muñoz-Velandia Óscar Mauricio , Leguízamo Ana María , Larotta David , Vargas Rómulo
Published: October 2023

The local experience and the success rate of different available treatments for difficult biliary stones in Colombia are poorly described. We made an observational study reporting patients treated for difficult biliary stones, at Hospital Universitario San Ignacio in Bogotá, Colombia between January 2015, and November 2021. Clinical characteristics, endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) findings, and outcomes are presented. Additionally, the success rates of Endoscopic Sphincterotomy Plus Large Balloon Dilation (ESLBD), Mechanical Lithotripsy (ML), temporary stenting (TS), cholangioscopy-guided laser lithotripsy (CGLL), and surgery are described. A total of 146 patients were included (median age 69 years, IQR 58.5-78.5, 33.8% men). The median stone diameter was 15 mm (IQR 10 – 18 mm). One stone was presented in 39.9%, two stones in 18.2%, and ≥3 stones in the remaining stone. A 67.6% disproportion rate was observed between the stone and distal common bile duct. Successful stone extraction was achieved in 56.2% in the first procedure, 22.6% in the second, 17.1% in the third, 3.4% in the fourth, and 0.7% in the fifth procedures. The successful extraction rates were 56.8% for ESLBD, 75% for ML, 23.4% for TS, 57.7% for CGLL, and 100% for surgery. Endoscopic management of difficult stones is usually successful, although it usually requires 2 or more ERCPs procedures. The surgical requirements were low. ESLBD is an effective technique unlike TS. Few patients required advanced techniques such as ML or CGLL. Endoscopic procedures are associated with a low rate of complications.