bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
BUILDING ACTIVE LEARNING IN MEDICAL EDUCATION: HOW TO BRIDGE VISION WITH REAL PRACTICE?
Authors: Chang Yong Il , Kovalchuk Iryna , Savytska Maryana , Zayachkivska Oksana
Published: January 2025

Introduction: This manuscript explores the role of active learning in medical education, focusing on innovative strategies that bridge theoretical knowledge with practical skills essential for future healthcare professionals. With insights from both global and local applications, the paper highlights the implementation of active learning techniques to improve competencies in medical, pharmaceutical, and nursing education.
Methods: A review of current student-centered active learning methodologies was conducted using guidelines from leading medical education societies. Practical applications of simulation-based, problem-based, game-based learning, and other interactive approaches were examined to understand their impact on skill acquisition and knowledge retention.
Results: Active learning fosters critical clinical reasoning, communication, and teamwork skills. Techniques like simulation exercises, case-based discussions, and flipped classrooms enhance students’ abilities to tackle real-world clinical scenarios. Additionally, integrating interdisciplinary and preventive medicine elements supports a holistic understanding of healthcare. Incorporating online tools and gamification has further enhanced student engagement and motivation for independent learning.
Conclusion: The active learning model effectively equips students with essential medical competencies, preparing them for complex clinical environments. By bridging theoretical concepts with practical experiences, active learning promotes lifelong learning, critical thinking, and adaptability, ultimately advancing the quality of healthcare training.
ABOUT MAESTRO PUCCINI, A CRYING GEISHA, AND THE UNFINISHED TURANDOT
Authors: Kitsera Alexander
Published: January 2025

Abstract. The article is dedicated to the hundredth anniversary since the death of the famous opera composer Giacomo Puccini, caused by laryngeal cancer. First of all, the factors that probably contributed to the development of laryngeal cancer are analyzed: excessive smoking, stress, and physical trauma. The methods of treatment used in oncology in the early twentieth century are critically examined. The article also highlights the friendly relations and fruitful cooperation between maestro Puccini and Ukrainian opera singer Solomiya Krushelnytska.
Тенденції розвитку світових start-up екосистем та залучення кращих практик інноваційного підприємництва для України
Authors:   Київський національний університет технологій і дизайну, Маргасова Вікторія , Іванова Наталія ,   Національний університет «Чернігівська політехніка», Попело Ольга ,   Національний університет «Чернігівська політехніка»
Published: January 2025

У статті досліджено тенденції світового розвитку стартап-екосистем. Доведено, що для успішного розвитку стартап-екосистеми в Україні важливо створити сприятливе середовище, яке б об’єднувало зусилля держави, бізнесу, освітніх і наукових інституцій. Проаналізовано цінність стартап-систем для економіки країн світу. Розкрито виклики, з якими стикаються екосистеми та стартап-центри різних країн. Досліджено ландшафт фінансування стартапів. Розглянуто поширені галузі та підгалузі стартапів. Виокремлено складові елементи побудови інноваційних екосистем: ключові компетентності, розподіл ризиків і винагород, прискорення ко-мерціалізації. Окреслено альтернативні методологічні підходи до розвитку стартап-екосистем. Доведено, що використання досвіду провідних стартап-екосистем світу дозволяє Україні не лише переймати успішні моделі розвитку, але й адаптувати їх до локальних особливостей.
Efficacy and safety of Nyumi beauty sleep gummies for the management of sleep deprivation and skin condition: A single-arm clinical study
Authors: Karmase Aniket , Agarwal Ananya , Joshi Parth , Sethi Simran , Shrivastava Anshu
Published: January 2025

Objectives:

Sleep plays a critical role in optimizing physical and mental health. The aim of this clinical study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of Nyumi beauty sleep gummies for improvement in sleep quality in healthy adult subjects with sleep deprivation.

Materials and Methods:

A single-arm, clinical study was conducted. Sleep quality was assessed by the Sleep Quality Scale (SQS), Insomnia Severity Index, Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), and Daytime fatigue using Fatigue Severity Scale (FSS), along with improvement in sleep and skin quality using a subjective assessment questionnaire. In addition, skin radiance using the Modified Griffiths scale by Dermatologist and Skin Glow by Skin Glossymeter GL 200 instrument was assessed. Changes in serum cortisol levels were also recorded.

Results:

After consuming Nyumi beauty sleep gummies for 15 days and 25 days, a statistically significant reduction was observed in the SQS score by 35.2% and 60.8%, Insomnia Severity Index score by 52.7% and 100.0%, PSS score by 44.6% and 93.4%, and in FSS score by 33.9% and 81.0% (all P < 0.0001), respectively, implying an improvement in sleep quality. Significant improvement by 25.2% on day 15 and 53.7% on Day 25 for dermatological assessment of skin radiance by Modified Griffiths Scale and 1.16-folds on day 15 and 2.11-folds on day 25 (all P < 0.0001) for skin glow by Skin Glossymeter GL200 instrument was also recorded. Improvement in sleep quality and skin glow was recorded by subjective assessment from baseline to the end of the study. Furthermore, no adverse event was recorded during the study conduction.

Conclusion:

Nyumi beauty sleep gummies significantly improved the sleep quality (in terms of total sleep time, sleep latency, sleep efficiency, time to sleep onset, number of awakenings, wake time after sleep onset, and sleep efficiency), daytime mood, ability to function at work, concentration, memory; reduced perceived stress, fatigue severity, and insomnia severity score. It also helped in improving skin glow and skin radiance.
Pengaruh Penerapan Sistem Elevated Reservoir Terhadap Efisiensi Energi di Layanan Pompa Booster Gerilya
Authors: Prakoso Fajar Bayu , Yuniarto Adhi , Rahman Ade Syaiful
Published: January 2025

Biaya energi PT. Air Minum Bandarmasih pada tahun 2022 adalah sebesar Rp 532/m3 atau sekitar 39% dari total biaya operasional. Biaya energi tersebut lebih tinggi dibandingkan rata-rata biaya energi nasional (Rp 356,34/m3). Kondisi topografi tanah di Kota Banjarmasin yang relatif datar menyebabkan pemanfaatan energi potensial (gravitasi) menjadi kurang optimal dalam proses distribusi air minum. Salah satu upaya dalam menurunkan biaya energi adalah dengan penerapan elevated reservoir. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui efisiensi energi penerapan elevated reservoir. Metode penelitian yang digunakan meliputi pengumpulan data primer dan sekunder; pengukuran parameter kelistrikan, debit dan tekanan untuk mengetahui efisiensi pompa; analisis penggunaan energi pada jaringan perpipaan eksisting; serta analisis penggunaan energi dan teknis pada jaringan perpipaan menggunakan elevated reservoir. Fokus penelitian adalah penerapan elevated reservoir yang beroperasi pada saat jam puncak tarif listrik atau waktu beban puncak (WBP) yaitu pada pukul 17.00-22.00 WITA. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penggunaan listrik saat operasional menggunakan elevated reservoir lebih hemat sebesar Rp 434.883.265,-/ tahun dibandingkan dengan operasional menggunakan sistem pemompaan penuh. Ditinjau dari aspek teknis, tekanan air pada titik terjauh distribusi atau kritis masih memenuhi standar yang berlaku yaitu minimal 0,73 bar. Rata-rata tekanan terendah pada saat elevated reservoir beroperasi adalah sebesar 1,04 bar.
Timbulan Air Limbah dan Unit Instalasi Pengolahan Air Limbah pada Fakultas Teknik Universitas Panca Bhakti Kota Pontianak
Authors: Rahsia Shandra Andina , Widodo Muji Listyo
Published: January 2025

This study aims to analyze wastewater generation and design an appropriate domestic Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) for the Faculty of Engineering at Universitas Panca Bhakti Pontianak. With the campus population growth, the volume and complexity of the wastewater produced also increase. Without adequate management, this wastewater poses a potential threat to the surrounding environment. Primary data were obtained through field surveys, while secondary data were collected from water usage records and building user counts. The treatment system was designed considering key pollutant parameters to ensure compliance with applicable quality standards. Analysis indicates that a combination of biofilter and aeration systems effectively reduces primary pollutant parameters. The findings of this study are expected to support campus environmental sustainability and provide a model for WWTP implementation in other educational institutions. Further research involving domestic wastewater sampling from the faculty is recommended to optimize the WWTP design based on specific wastewater characteristics.
Resolution of selectivity steps of CO reduction reaction on copper by quantum Monte Carlo
Authors: Fanta Roman , Bajdich Michal
Published: January 2025

Electrochemical reduction of carbon monoxide to valuable fuels and chemicals on copper surfaces remains a challenging area in catalysis due to a limited understanding of adsorption mechanisms and reaction pathways. Although density functional theory (DFT) based studies have investigated these processes, their accuracy varies across different functionals. Here, we present the application of fixed-node diffusion Monte Carlo (FNDMC) to benchmark the adsorption energies of CO*, H*, and key CO reduction reaction (CORR) intermediates, COH* and CHO* on the Cu(111) surface. Our results for CO* and H* adsorption energies closely align with experimentally measured chemisorption reactions, highlighting the limitations of DFT, and providing site-specific energy comparisons that are often not available experimentally. Additionally, we explore the effect of explicit solvation, demonstrating how water stabilizes the COH* over CHO*, thus suggesting a critical role of COH* in CORR. Finally, we release our high-accuracy FNDMC benchmarks for testing and developing new DFT functionals for electrocatalysis. Overall, this study underscores the potential of FNDMC for detailed surface chemistry studies and offers new insights into catalytic processes.
Efficient Black-Box Prediction of Hydrogen-Bond-Acceptor Strength
Authors: Wagen Corin
Published: January 2025

Hydrogen-bond-acceptor strength is a critical determinant of physicochemical properties and binding affinity in drug discovery, but computationally predicting the strength of different hydrogen-bond acceptors remains challenging and inaccessible to non-experts. Here, we report a robust black-box workflow for predicting site-specific pKBHX values in organic molecules with minimal computational cost. Our approach begins with rapid conformer generation and optimization with neural network potentials, followed by a single density-functional-theory calculation of the electrostatic potential. We then calibrate these results against an extensive reference set of experimentally determined pKBHX data, achieving sub-0.2 pKBHX-unit accuracy. We illustrate the power of this tool in multiple published drug discovery programs, highlighting how per-site pKBHX tuning can improve bioavailability, minimize efflux, and enhance selectivity
VICIOS DIGITALES Y RENDIMIENTO ACADÉMICO EN ESTUDIANTES UNIVERSITARIOS
Authors: Flores Huamán María Lisset , Mena Vallejos Merly , Regalado Temoche Anghela Shirley
Published: January 2025

El presente trabajo determina la influencia del rendimiento académico y vicios digitales en alumnos de la Universidad César Vallejo. Esta investigación contribuye al desarrollo sostenible, en específico con ODS 4, Educación de calidad, que busca avalar una educación equitativa, inclusiva y de calidad, generando oportunidades de enseñanza para todos. Su objetivo general es analizar que tanto el uso de dispositivos digitales, redes sociales, afecta tanto el desempeño académico como la calidad del sueño de los alumnos. Este estudio emplea un diseño cuantitativo con un enfoque no experimental, correlacional y transversal, puesto que no se realiza ninguna manipulación intencional de las variables independientes, se recopilaron datos mediante encuestas a 50 alumnos, utilizando una escala de Likert para medir las variables. El análisis estadístico integró pruebas de normalidad y correlaciones mediante el coeficiente de Spearman, logrando un alfa de Cronbach de 0,778, lo que valida la fiabilidad del instrumento. Aunque se observa un uso común de la tecnología, no se hallaron correlaciones significativas entre los vicios digitales y el rendimiento académico, resaltando la necesidad de promover un uso responsable de la tecnología.
Artistic and Creative Development Through the Integration of Contemporary Artistic Practices into the Primary School Curriculum
Authors: Kozjek Varl Katja , Herzog Jerneja
Published: January 2025

In the educational standards, creativity is named as one of the key competences in education. However, not enough is being done to promote creativity in the education system. In this paper, we present the results of a study that used a pedagogical experiment to investigate how the inclusion of contemporary artistic practices can successfully influence the development of artistic-creative skills in eighth graders. The results show the success of the pedagogical experiment, which confirmed that by including the PISUPOŠ programme (Programme for the Implementation of Contemporary Art Practices in Primary School), which covers the content of contemporary visual arts, all of the identified factors of artistic creativity were successfully developed.
Doubling in Crop Production, with Dramatic Changes in Relative and Total NPK Fertilization Compliantly in Finland and Western Europe, 1961-2022 Support the Role of Acid-Soluble (K-)Silicates as Fertilizers and the Biosphere-Friendly Roles of Grasslands
Authors: Timo Töysä
Published: January 2025

Mineral fertilization increased and then decreased by P and K dramatically from the top years until the end of the 20th century. This survey is assessing relative and total NPK fertilizers and grain and potato yields in Finland (FI) and West-Europe (WE) during 1961-2022 by their 3-year values from 1962-2021.
HZ. PEYGAMBER’İN BEŞERİLİĞÎ VE YARGI TASARRUFLARI BAĞLAMINDA “BEN DE SİZİN GİBİ BİR BEŞERİM…” RİVAYETİNİN TENKİT VE TAHLİLİ
Authors: Sağlam İbrahim
Published: January 2025

Allah, beşer cinsinden peygamberler seçmekle, ilâhî âlem ile beşerî bilgi arasında eşsiz bir iletişim alanı tesis etmiştir. Fakat bu iletişimin mahiyet, sınır ve süresi konusunda öteden beri farklı görüşler ortaya konmuştur. Hz. Peygamber’in beşer ve risâlet vasıflarından sonra diğer bir vasfı da hâkimliktir. Hadis kaynaklarında Hz. Peygamber’in yargıyla ilgili tasarruflarında; beşer olduğuna ve ispat vasıtalarına dayalı karar verdiğine, diğer taraftan hakkında hüküm konulmayan meselelerde de vahiy beklediğine dair rivayetler bulunmaktadır. Bu konuda “Ben de sizin gibi bir beşerim. Sizler bana davalarınızı getiriyorsunuz…” diye başlayan rivayet dikkat çekmektedir. Araştırmada söz konusu rivayet sened ve metin açısından tahlil edilmiş, Hz. Peygamber’in yargılama konusundaki tasarrufları ile beşer olma vasfı arasındaki ilişki, muhaddisler penceresinden değişik yönleriyle ve tümevarım yöntemi kullanılarak incelenmiştir. Çalışmada; hadisin bazı varyantların sahih veya hasen bazılarının ise zayıf olduğu, konunun daha ziyade hukuk ve ahlâk temelinde ele alındığı, Allah Resûlü’nün (s.a.v.) yürüttüğü davaların, hem vahiy hem de ictihadın işler olduğu davalar ile sadece ictihadın işler olduğu davalar şeklinde iki kısma ayrılabileceği, söz konusu hadisin sadece ictihada dayalı davalarla ilgili olduğu, Hz. Peygamber’in, bu tür davalarda zâhire ve kendi kanaatine göre hükmettiği, vahiyle desteklenmediği müddetçe bilgi kaynakları ve araştırma imkânları konusunda diğer insanlarla arasında bir fark bulunmadığı sonucuna varılmıştır.
Cannabis Use and Self-Reported Bothersome Symptoms in People with HIV
Authors: Wrona Aleksandra , Justice Amy C. , Tate Janet P. , Rentsch Christopher T. , Gordon Kirsha S. , Kidwai-Khan Farah , Silverberg Michael J. , Satre Derek D. , Marconi Vincent C. , Ingle Suzanne M. , Sterne Jonathan A. C. , Cavassini Matthias , Bryant Kendall , McGinnis Kathleen A.
Published: January 2025

Objective: While cannabis use is common among people with HIV (PWH), there have been few studies examining the association of use with health outcomes among PWH. We aimed to evaluate the association between cannabis use and bothersome physical and mental health symptoms using both self-report and a direct biomarker for cannabis use. Method: The Medications, Alcohol and Substance use in HIV Study (MASH) is a cross-cohort study focused on polypharmacy and substance use among PWH. Participants were enrolled from October 2018 to May 2022 in the Swiss HIV Cohort Study (SHCS), Kaiser Permanente Northern California (KPNC) HIV Cohort, and 7 sites (Atlanta, GA; Bronx, NY; Washington, DC; Houston, TX; Los Angeles, CA; New York, NY; and Nashville, TN) in the Veterans Aging Cohort Study - HIV (VACS-HIV). Participants submitted self-reported information on the presence/absence of symptoms in the prior 4 weeks, along with bothersome level, using the HIV Symptom Index, which is comprised of 20 symptoms commonly reported in PWH, including fatigue, diarrhea, fever, anxiety, and weight loss, among others. Concurrent self-reported substance use information was also collected, and participants provided nail clippings to be tested for cannabis use. We used logistic regression models, adjusted for age, sex, race/ethnicity, and cohort, to examine associations of self-report and biomarker-identified cannabis use with self-reported bothersome symptoms. Results: The analytic sample included 1,226 PWH who were predominantly male (85%), non-white (64%), with an average age of 57 years; 20% tested positive for cannabis use, and 23% reported recent cannabis use. Agreement between self-report and biomarker cannabis use was substantial (agreement 89%, kappa = 0.67). Put together, 27% either reported cannabis use or tested positive. Of the 20 symptoms included in the HIV Symptom Index, 19 were more prevalent at a bothersome level among those with cannabis use compared to those without. In adjusted models, the patterns of association remained for both self-reported and biomarker-confirmed cannabis use, and they were particularly substantial for memory, depression, anxiety, and nausea. Conclusions: Cannabis use was common among PWH and was associated with a number of bothersome symptoms. While cannabis use may be used to treat loss of appetite, nausea/vomiting, and weight loss, the associations of cannabis use with depression, anxiety, and memory loss are concerning and deserve investigation.
The Qibla Direction Problem in Large-Scale Maps and Its Representation with Geodetic Accuracy: The Case of Türkiye
Authors: Yıldırım Faruk , Kadı Fatih , Şahin Şakir Levent , Uzun Bayram
Published: January 2025

In Islamic societies, knowing the direction of the Qibla is important in the planning of religious areas. In urban plans designed by practitioners where the Qibla direction is not considered, inconsistencies arise among religious areas. These inconsistencies reduce the project areas within the structures and cause loss of space. To address these inconsistencies, plan revisions are required. However, plan revisions extend the construction periods of projects and increase the projected costs. Adding the Qibla direction as a legend to large-scale maps (LSMs) used as base maps in the drawing of urban plans is an option that can be used to eliminate these inconsistencies. In this study, the Qibla direction for all LSMs in Türkiye's national mapping was calculated with geodetic accuracy to eliminate the mentioned inconsistencies. These calculations and the generated visual outputs are presented to users through the Map Qibla Direction Calculation Interface (MQDCI) developed in the MATLAB environment. When any coordinate data or the name of the relevant LSM is entered as input into the developed interface, the Qibla direction value for that map is provided to the user in this study. The developed interface allows the Qibla direction angle to be calculated and presented to the user with geodetic accuracy and instantly, without the need for measurements and calculations performed in the field. Although the developed interface is designed according to the Kaaba, which is the Qibla for Muslims, and Türkiye's geographical boundaries, it is also suitable for other religions in Türkiye or different religions in other countries. For this, it is sufficient to know the national mapping systems of the countries and the geographical coordinates of the Qibla in Christianity and Judaism
Prediction of Land Image Classification using Squeeze Synchronization layer and Convolve Craft Focus Module in ResNet 101 Model
Authors: Celik Fatih , Çelik Kemal
Published: January 2025

The classification of image is essential to make LULC (Land Use Land Cover) maps. However, the classification of land cover plays a vital role for studying and modernizing the land areas. Recently, deep learning (DL) techniques have achieved outstanding performance in the classification of high-resolution images. Different techniques have been employed in traditional methods to identify LULC due to its complex and ever-changing nature. However, these studies have shown improved outcomes despite some restrictions such as inaccuracies and reduced performance. To address these problems, the proposed study introduces a Squeeze Synchronization Layer (SSL) and a Convolve Craft Focus Module (CCFM) where, SSL reduces input data complexity by removing noise and irrelevant information from images using pooling and convolutional operations also, CCFM enhances feature extraction to improve land classification accuracy. The EUROSAT land image dataset is utilized for the evaluation of the introduced model. Whereas, the dataset comprises of 64x64 images, which are captured by satellite Sentinel-2A in ResNet 101 input layer. Although, a SSL is suggested, and a CCFM is implemented in the convolutional layer for classifying land images. However, the efficiency of the system is evaluated by measuring performance metrics such as recall, F1-score, precision, and accuracy values of the proposed system. The accuracy value of the proposed system is 96% of accuracy, 100% of precision, 100% of recall, and 100% of F1-score, signifies the superior efficiency of the proposed model
Exploration of Cultural Values in the Blarak-Blarak Sempal Game: Semiotics of Riffaterre
Authors: Fitrianingsih Anisa Desi , Wulandari Yosi
Published: January 2025

This research is motivated by the existence of traditional games, namely the blarak-blarak sempal game. The purpose of this study is to describe the symbols and singing verses in the blarak-blarak sempal game. This study uses qualitative research with a descriptive method. The data taken is in the form of words, phrases, clauses, or sentences from symbols and verses sung by the blarak-blarak sempal game. The results of this study are in the form of signification in symbols and singing verses in blarak-blarak sempal using Riffaterre's semiotic theory, namely matrices, models, variants, hypograms, and heuristic and hermeneutic readings. Based on the semiotic readings of Riffaterre, several symbols such as coconut coir, rotate, hold, leg, and balance were found. In the poems, data such as blarak, inciki, mendal, keplere, sandhung, jekluk, and jenang are found. The symbols and verses of the songs found have significant cultural values such as the value of pleasure or joy, the value of cohesiveness, the value of patience, the value of friendship, the value of leadership, the value of cooperation, the value of togetherness, the value of courage, the value of appreciation, and the value of responsibility. The results of this study reveal various components of cultural values in the blarak-blarak sempal game that show the meaning of interpretation in the symbols and songs sung in the game, especially in the context of Javanese culture.
Bridging Epistemology, SLA, and Cultural Content in BIPA Enhancing Indonesian Language Learning for Foreign Speakers
Authors: Tantri Niki Raga , Fitrah Yundi , Kusmana Ade , Wulandari Bunga Ayu , Utama Galuh Tulus
Published: January 2025

This study investigates the epistemological foundations and Second Language Acquisition (SLA) principles underpinning the teaching and learning of Indonesian for foreign speakers (BIPA). Using a systematic literature review (SLR) approach, this research analyzed 16 studies on BIPA instructions published between 2020 and 2024 involving the identification of inclusion and exclusion criteria relevance to epistemology, SLA theories, and BIPA teaching. The methodology approach followed SLR guidelines by Evans & Pearson (2001) including database searching employing Scopus or Google Scholar, and critically evaluated the chosen studies. To be in line with the theoretical frameworks and practical teaching strategies, data extraction placed a focus on epistemological methods and SLA issues. The results indicate that BIPA instructions in the selected articles align with the epistemology methods of empiricism, rationalism, constructivism, pragmatism, and hermeneutic, supporting SLA principles, such as language environment, comprehensible input, the roles of the first or second language, internal processing, and individual learner differences. Crucially, the study showed the other significant aspect that mostly in the selected articles yielded the importance of including Indonesian cultures in the teaching and learning BIPA process. This study improves BIPA instruction field by highlighting cultural literacy as fundamental in BIPA teaching and suggests its involvement as a learning strategy for language acquisition.
Effect of urban structure, population density and proximity to contagion on COVID-19 infections during the SARS-CoV-2 Alpha and Omicron waves in Málaga, Spain, March 2020 to December 2021
Authors: Vargas Molina Sebastián Alejandro , Barrionuevo Juan Francisco Sortino , Perles Roselló María Jesús
Published: January 2025

Background

The potential impact of urban structure, as population density and proximity to essential facilities, on spatial variability of infectious disease cases remains underexplored.

Aim

To analyse the spatial variation of COVID-19 case intensity in relation to population density and distance from urban facilities (as potential contagion hubs), by comparing Alpha and Omicron wave data representing periods of both enacted and lifted non-pharmaceutical interventions (NPIs) in Málaga.

Methods

Using spatial point pattern analysis, we examined COVID-19 cases in relation to population density, distance from hospitals, health centres, schools, markets, shopping malls, sports centres and nursing homes by non-parametric estimation of relative intensity dependence on these covariates. For statistical significance and effect size, we performed Berman Z1 tests and Areas Under Curves (AUC) for Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) curves.

Results

After accounting for population density, relative intensity of COVID-19 remained consistent in relation to distance from urban facilities across waves. Although non-parametric estimations of the relative intensity of cases showed fluctuations with distance from facilities, Berman’s Z1 tests were significant for health centres only (p < 0.032) when compared with complete spatial randomness. The AUC of ROC curves for population density was above 0.75 and ca 0.6 for all urban facilities.

Conclusion

Results reflect the difficulty in assessing facilities’ effect in propagating infectious disease, particularly in compact cities. Lack of evidence directly linking higher case intensity to proximity to urban facilities shows the need to clarify the role of urban structure and planning in shaping the spatial distribution of epidemics within cities.
TRANSSCRIPT - A METHOD OF LANDSCAPE THINKING IN DESIGN
Authors: Lola G.
Published: January 2025

Design, by virtue of its contextuality, turns out to be the design of the environment. A design product produces a communicative effect only in a certain situation and is itself designed to create a situation of impression and action for the Other. The author's Transscript method cultivates landscape thinking, inviting the designer to create his or her own nature-like spatio-temporal continuum, in which creative energy is not given rules, but channels to development. The method is outlined in the book “Design Change. The Microdynamics of Creative Action,” which is informative and graphically is cognate with the ancient Chinese Book of Changes.
THE PHENOMENON OF IMAGINATION IN DESIGNOF SUBJECT-NATURAL AND ANTHROPOGENIC ENVIRONMENT (ANTINOMY OF IMMANENT AND TRANSCENDENT)
Authors: Didenko V. , Ivanova I.
Published: January 2025

The article reveals the features of the phenomenon of imagination of a creative person and its explication in the formation of perception of the environment, showing that imagination connects the real and transcendental worlds; This process is revealed using examples of various types of environmental design. The authors emphasize that the creators of the design of the human environment must rise above empirical reality, enter the spiritual spheres of human existence, reflect not only the natural, but also the divine essence of the individual, and create prospects for the spiritual growth of man.
PRESERVATION OF GENIUS LOCI IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF OPEN PUBLIC SPACES IN HISTORIC URBAN ENVIRONMENTS
Authors:   Moscow State Academy Art Institute named after V.I. Surikov, Tribelskaya E. , Popova D.
Published: January 2025

The methods of developing open public spaces in the conditions of the existing historical urban environment are considered. In the presented projects, completed at the Faculty of Architecture of the Moscow State Academic Art Institute named after V.I. Surikov, special attention is paid to the improvement and landscape organization of the territory with an emphasis on preserving the memory of the place.
ARCHITECTURAL AND LANDSCAPE WINERY COMPLEXES IN THE CONTEMPORARY AESTHETICS PERSPECTIVE
Authors:   St. Petersburg State University, Kravchenko E.
Published: January 2025

In contemporary environmental design, the “postpandemic renaissance” of rural areas has led to an increasing researchers' attention not only to the urbanism issues but also to the agricultural sector renovation. For its part, one of the most promising topics in this field is the analysis of wine clusters as a research object having rich resources for contemporary aesthetics: philosophy of art, everyday aesthetics and aesthetics of atmosphere as well as aesthetics of secondary senses. Over the last 30 years, the activities of some wineries, especially in Italy, have gone beyond the functions aimed particularly at wine production. This circumstance inspires the emergence of so-called “cultural cellars” that have become venues for exhibitions, scientific events and attractive locations for artists' projects. The work considers two main vectors where winemaking is closely intertwined with culture and art: the specifics of architectural and landscape design and the potential of winery clusters as contemporary art centres.
THE COLOR ORGANIZATION OF THE URBAN ENVIRONMENT: CULTURE - AESTHETICS - REGULATION
Authors:   St. Petersburg State University, Kozyreva E.
Published: January 2025

The article is devoted to the experience of developing aesthetic regulations of the urban environment in St. Petersburg. The author, as a participant in the scientific and creative process originating at the turn of the last and present century, reveals the context, aspects of the problem, goals and main positions of the documents that laid the foundation for a new scientific and creative approach to the urban aesthetics. A special place in the article is occupied by the "Concept of color organization of the urban environment of St. Petersburg", which has retained its relevance today.
Assessment of the feed additive consisting of Pediococcus acidilactici NCIMB 30005 for all animal species for the renewal of its authorisation (Microferm ltd.)
Authors:   EFSA Panel on Additives and Products or Substances used in Animal Feed (FEEDAP), Villa Roberto Edoardo , Azimonti Giovanna , Bonos Eleftherios , Christensen Henrik , Durjava Mojca , Dusemund Birgit , Gehring Ronette , Glandorf Boet , Kouba Maryline , López‐Alonso Marta , Marcon Francesca , Nebbia Carlo , Pechová Alena , Prieto‐Maradona Miguel , Röhe Ilen , Theodoridou Katerina , Anguita Montserrat , Bozzi Cionci Nicole , Galobart Jaume , Innocenti Matteo L. , Revez Joana
Published: January 2025

Abstract
Following a request from the European Commission, EFSA was asked to deliver a scientific opinion on the assessment of the application for renewal of the authorisation of a preparation of Pediococcus acidilactici NCIMB 30005 as technological additive to improve ensiling of fresh material for all animal species. The applicant has provided evidence that the additive currently on the market complies with the existing conditions of authorisation. There was no new evidence that would lead the EFSA Panel on Additives and Products or Substances used in Animal Feed (FEEDAP) to reconsider its previous conclusions for all animal species, consumers and the environment, for which the additive is considered to remain safe. Regarding the user safety, the Panel concluded that the additive should be considered a skin and respiratory sensitiser, and any exposure through the skin and respiratory tract is considered a risk. In the absence of data, no conclusion could be drawn on the eye irritation potential of the additive. There is no need for assessing the efficacy of the additive in the context of renewal of the authorisation.
Organizational Retail Customers' Perceptions of the Influence of Service Quality Features on their Satisfaction and Loyalty
Authors: N Brijesh Patel , Shukla Reenu
Published: January 2025

One of India's most rapidly expanding sectors in recent years has been retail. The main aim of the study is to Organizational retail customers' perceptions of the influence of service quality features on their satisfaction and loyalty. The present investigation is exploratory in character and was based mostly on field survey data. Primary sources dominated the data, all of which was gathered using a standardized, structured questionnaire. Challenges in recruiting and keeping consumers have increased dramatically for India's organized retail industry since the market opened to strong competition and the entry of private multinational firms.
The rise of Social Media as a digital tool For Political Manipulation
Authors: I Muhammed Salu , Meena Ashok Kumar
Published: January 2025

In a democratic system, the media play a crucial role in educating the public about the policies and programs of various political groups. The media creates the public's perception of political parties in addition to serving as a watchdog over society and reporting on politicians' abuse of power. Public opinion was shaped in part by political campaigns that used many types of media, including print, electronic, and the internet. Information reaches the target audience via the ever-expanding reach of social media. There will be a larger youth population than in previous elections for both the legislature and the general assembly, and campaigns targeting this demographic will use social media as a weapon. This article investigates the effect that political parties' usage of social media has on voters' perceptions of such parties. The study explored the ways in which political parties use social media to spread their ideas and build their own reputations among their followers and the general public. Finding out how individuals see political discourse and campaigns on social media is another goal of the article. The purpose of this paper is to administer a survey to 400 people in the Jaipur area. More and more, people are able to put aside their differences and work together thanks to social media. In the present context, it serves as a horizontal communication medium that offers the advantages of participatory democracy. You can learn more about how social media will play a role in the next elections by reading this study. Furthermore, the article will assess how widespread the use of social media platforms is in political discourse.
A Study of Blended Learning Attitude Towards Biology
Authors: KC Charls , Mishra Dinesh Kumar
Published: January 2025

This research looks at how Madhya Pradesh senior high school students' views about biology are affected by blended learning. A control group was instructed using conventional techniques, while an experimental group was exposed to blended learning tactics as part of a quasi-experimental study design. A validated Biology Attitude Questionnaire was used to gather data, and paired and independent sample t-tests were among the statistical tests used for analysis. The findings showed that both groups' views about biology had improved, with the experimental group having a little edge. The small overall impact size, however, indicates that while blended learning has promise, its efficacy relies on readiness and appropriate execution. The research emphasizes how crucial it is to include technology into teaching in order to improve learning results and cultivate positive attitudes.
Critical Study of the link between Intellectual property and competition Law, with a focus on the United States, Europe, and India
Authors: T Sukesh Roy , Singh Dharamveer
Published: January 2025

This transnational study focuses on the US, Europe, and India to provide a critical evaluation of the global nexus between intellectual property and competition policy. The study's purpose is to look at how these two areas of law interact in order to get a better understanding of how they affect innovation, market competitiveness, and consumer welfare. Intellectual property rights are highlighted for their role in fostering innovation and creativity by providing holders with exclusive rights and monetary incentives. It does, however, recognize that exercising intellectual property rights may result in anti-competitive behaviour, limiting market access and hampering competition. Competition law, on the other hand, is handled as a means of preventing anti-competitive behaviour and guaranteeing fair competition. The goal of competition law is to provide a level playing field for new businesses. However, since IP law and competition law sometimes intersect, the issue of how far IP rights may be exploited without unnecessarily restricting competition arises.
A Study of Cultivation Technology on Medicinal Plant â€œMorel Berry (Physalis angulata. L)â€ Domestication to Support Family Medicinal Plant Development (TOGA) and Creative Economy
Authors: Zawani Karwati
Published: January 2025

Most of morel berry (Physalis angulata. L), to this date, are still obtained from wild herbs grown in the house yard, rice fields, or gardens (Widiyastuti, 2002). The continuous obtaining without cultivation is afraid to lead this plant into scarcity to extinction. Hence domistication of morel berry is considerably important to do as an effort to preservation and fulfilling the needs of morel berry both as a foodstuffs and medicinal ingredients.
This research aimed to examine morel berry cultivation (Physalis angulata. L) in polybag and in field technology to preserve and support Family Medicinal Plant Development Program (TOGA) and sustainable creative economy. To achieve the aim, experimental research was done with 3 sub-topics, namely: 1). Study of plant spacing and distribution of various fertilizers for the growth and yield of morel berry (Physalis angulataL.). 2) The application of organic fertilizer to morel berry cultivation (Physalis angulata. L) in polybag   3). Study of morel berry (Physalis angulata l.) cultivation as insert plants in cultivated land of yardlong beans (Vigna sinensis. L). This research was done in three location, namely: in villagers grounds of Sedau Village Narmada District, in experimental field of Agriculture Faculty UNRAM in Nyiur Lembang Narmada, and in a rice field of a farmer in Ubung Village Central Lombok Regency.
The result of research from these three subtopic experiment that has been done is as follows: (i) Plant spacing test and chicken manure, NPK, and Petroganik application has not significant to morel berry growth and yield. (ii) . Pomi fertilizer application on vermicompost media generated highly significant influence to fruit quantity and  fruit weigh per plant based on the outcome. It is resulted in the outcome which highly increased up to 463%-843%. (iii) Yardlong bean cultivated land could be used as an alternative to develop or cultivate morel berry as intercropping plant, and also as additional outcome for yardlong bean farmer.  Inserted morel berry in yardlong bean field which planted with 40 cm x 60 cm spacing, produced morel berry weighted 189 kg/ha and yardlong bean with thrice harvest produced fruit weighted 4,445 ton/ha
GROWTH AND PRODUCTION OF SOYBEAN (Glycine max (L.) Merill) DUE TO APPLICATION OF AMELIORAN AND ORGANIC INGREDIENTS PALM WASTE
Authors: Parwito Parwito , Alatas Ali , Susilo Edi , Pujiwati Hesti
Published: January 2025

Soybean is one of the nutritious food commodities and a source of vegetable protein whose production is still below Indonesia's domestic needs. Research needs to be done to increase soybean productivity on marginal land. This study aims to measure the growth and yield of soybeans against the application of ameliorant and organic fertilizer made from palm oil waste. The study was conducted in Gunung Alam Village from February to April 2020. The study used a randomized block design which was arranged in a factorial manner and consisted of two factors with three replications. The first factor was ameliorant, namely 0 ton.ha-1, 1 ton.ha-1, 2 ton.ha-1, and 3 ton.ha-1. The second factor is LPMKS (Palm Oil Mill Fertilizer) fertilizer, namely 0 ton.ha-1, 2 ton.ha-1, 4 ton.ha-1, and 6 ton.ha-1. The results showed that the interaction between amelioran and organic fertilizer had a significant effect on the number of leaves 49 days after planting, namely the dose of ameliorant was 2 tons.ha-1 with LPMKS fertilizer 2 tons.ha-1, which was 29.73 strands. The ameliorant treatment had an effect on the variable weight of pods per plant, and the LPMKS treatment had a significant effect on the variable age of harvest at a dose of 6 ton.ha-1, the number of pods per plant at a dose of 6 ton.ha-1, and the number of pithy pods at a dose of 6 ton.ha. -1.
YIELD PERFORMANCE TEST OF SOME MAIZE VARIETIES UNDER APPLICATION OF ORGANIC, INORGANIC AND MICORIZA BIO FERTILIZER
Authors: Muhajir Muhamad , Astiko Wahyu , Abdurachman Hanafi
Published: January 2025

The corn food commodity is one of the leading commodities of West Nusa Tenggara. In addition, NTB is also one of the target areas for increasing national maize production. This study aims to determine the yield yield of several varieties of maize given a mixed package of organic, inorganic and mycorrhizal fertilizers. This research was conducted from May to August 2020 in Midang Village, Gunung Sari District, West Lombok Regency, Microbiology Laboratory and Soil Physics and Chemistry Laboratory, Faculty of Agriculture, Mataram University. The method used in this study was a randomized block design with 5 treatments, namely V1 (P8IS variety), V2 (P8DPP variety), V3 (Gumarang variety), V4 (Lamuru variety), V5 (Sukmaraga variety). Each treatment was repeated 3 times in order to obtain 15 experimental plots. The results showed that maize varieties given organic, inorganic and mycorrhizal fertilizers had a significant effect on growth, yield of maize, nutrient status and nutrient uptake, number of mycorrhizal spores and root colonization by mycorrhizae. Sukmaraga variety has better growth and yield than other varieties, this is reflected in the growth parameter indicators and yield parameter indicators, namely harvest dry ear weight per plant (271.5 g), dry ear weight per plant (255 g), length ear (16.5 cm), ear diameter (5.3 cm), seed dry weight per plant (180 g), and weight 1000 seeds (288 g).
THE APPLICATION OF PLASTIC FIBER OPTIC SENSOR AS BLOOD PRESSURE MONITORING
Authors: Ama Fadli , Hatta Agus Muhamad , Indriawati Katherin , Agustiyanto Frans R , Usamah Shofi Afghania , Putra Alfian Pramudita , Perkasa Sigit Dani
Published: January 2025

Continuous blood pressure monitoring is essential for early hypertension prevention and cardiovascular disease diagnosis. Traditional methods are unsuitable for long-term use due to discomfort and limited portability. This study presents a tapered plastic fiber optical sensor (PFOS) as a sustainable, non-invasive solution for continuous monitoring. The PFOS system employs a light modulator based on mechanical waves to detect arterial pressure changes, utilizing an infrared light source (940 nm). The cuffless design includes four configurations: Bend, Bend with 1 Scratch, Bend with 3 Scratches, and Straight with 3 Scratches. The Bend with 1 Scratch configuration demonstrated superior performance, achieving 99.84% accuracy, a mean absolute error (MAE) of 0.1564, a linearity of 0.9999, and a sensitivity of 2.9997 Hz/dBm. Experimental validation involved testing radial and brachial arteries. Blood pressure estimates from Pulse Transit Time (PTT) were compared to a standard sphygmomanometer. On the radial artery, the Bend with 1 Scratch configuration achieved the best results, with the lowest MAE (1.72 for SBP, 2.39 for DBP) and highest accuracy (98.30% for SBP, 96.56% for DBP). The Straight with 3 Scratches configuration performed best on the brachial artery, with an MAE of 2.81 for SBP and 5.11 for DBP, and accuracies of 97.21% for SBP and 92.67% for DBP. The PFOS system offers a promising option for continuous monitoring in clinical and home settings.
Profile of Learners Argumentation Ability on Socio-Scientific Issues
Authors: Fauziah Siva , Hernawati Diana , Rizal Rahmat , Badriah Liah
Published: January 2025

This study aims to determine the profile of students' argumentation skills at MTs Idrisiyyah, Tasikmalaya Regency, in the context of Socio-Scientific Issues (SSI), which includes issues related to science and society based on the components of scientific argumentation from the Toulmin model. The study used a quantitative descriptive method; as many as 63 Grade VIII learners participated. The results of the analysis showed that the ability to claim was excellent (86%), but argumentation support such as data (64%), warrant (32%), qualifier (30%), and backing (27%) was still low. This finding indicates that although learners can convey claims well, they have difficulty supporting these claims with strong data and arguments. The results of this study are expected to be a reference for educators in designing more effective learning strategies related to the development of argumentation skills in the context of SSI.