bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Critical thinking skills to physical education: the influence of learning models and gender
Authors: Dupri Dupri , Suherman Adang , Budiana Dian , Juliantine Tite
Published: August 2024

The objective of this research is to determine the influence of the learning model on critical thinking skills from a gender based perspective. Thisis a quasi-experiment research comprising of Nonequivalent Control Group Design with data collected from 68 class X high school students at SMA N 1 Benai using questionnaires and analyzed using the independent samples test. The result showed that there was a significant influence between Problem-Based Learning (PBL) and the deep Discovery Learning (DL) models with increased critical thinking skills of 0.000. Furthermore, PBL is good in increasing students critical thinking skills compared to DL where the female students perform better at developing these skills than the male.
Keywords: PBL, DL, Critical Thinking, Physical Education, Gender.
Imagens termográficas de carcaças bovinas para predição da temperatura e pH do Longissimus thoracis
Authors:   , Conceição Aline Rabello
Published: August 2024

Imagens termográficas de carcaças bovinas para predição da temperatura e pH do Longissimus thoracis. Orientadora: Erica Beatriz Schultz. Objetivou-se predizer a temperatura e o pH do Logissimus thoracis de carcaças bovinas com base em imagens termográficas e no peso da carcaça quente. Imagens térmicas de 102 carcaças de carne bovina foram usadas para extrair características de temperatura. O algoritmo de aprendizado de máquina, Random Forest foi ajustado para a predição. As predições da temperatura Logissimus thoracis da carcaça quente foram obtidas com um coeficiente de determinação (R²) de 0,06, erro de raiz quadrada média (RMSE) de 2,13 e erro absoluto médio (MAE) de 1,55. O peso da carcaça contribuiu para a predição da temperatura da carcaça resfriada, especialmente com imagens obtidas às 0h (R² = 0,68, MAE = 1,12 e RMSE = 1,34) e 24h (R² = 0,78, MAE = 1,02 e RMSE = 1,22). Ambos os modelos apresentaram precisão e exatidão. O pH Logissimus thoracis da carcaça quente foi predito com precisão e exatidão usando dados extraídos de imagens às 0h (R² = 0,82, MAE = 0,11, RMSE = 0,13). Da mesma forma, o pH às 24h na carcaça resfriada foi predito com dados de imagens capturadas às 0h e o peso da carcaça quente (R² = 0,70, MAE = 0,19, RMSE = 0,24). Assim, este estudo demonstra a viabilidade de prever o pH e a temperatura do Longissimus thoracis de carcaças bovinas usando recursos de imagens termográficas e o peso da carcaça quente. Palavras-chave: Aprendizado de máquina, Carne bovina, Precisão, Termografia.
КИНО МАТЕРИАЛДАРЫ – ОҚУ МАҚСАТТАРЫН ЖҮЗЕГЕ АСЫРУДЫҢ БІР ҚҰРАЛЫ
Authors: Жолшаева М. , Елемесова А.
Published: August 2024

The article considers the film material as one of the means of implementing educational goals. Film is an art form in the creation of visual moving images, capable of broadly embracing modern life in all its aesthetic significance and originality. Correctly selected fragments of the film are not only a means of mastering the grammatical topic in the Kazakh language lessons, but also a visual aid and an effective method of introducing students to universal andnational values. The article analyzes the use of film materials in the assimilation of grammatical topics using specific examples.
Chemistry in War: Unveiling the Dual Nature, Challenges, and Paths to Responsibility
Authors: Dr. Veena Khilnani
Published: August 2024

This paper discusses the relationship between war and science. Chemistry, the science of matter and its interactions, has had a profound impact on the history of warfare. It has been used to create, enhance, or counter various weapons and technologies, as well as to treat, prevent, or cause diseases and injuries. In this paper, we will explore some examples of how chemistry has impacted war in positive and negative ways and discuss the implications and challenges of using chemistry for war purposes. The use of chemistry in warfare has also had significant environmental, social, and ethical implications. As a powerful tool with the potential for both creation and destruction, chemistry demands responsible and ethical use. Balancing progress, responsibility, and ethics in the realm of chemistry is crucial for shaping a future where scientific advancements contribute to peace, sustainability, and the betterment of society.
Implementation of the Gowin's V strategy in experimental physics teaching for High School students
Authors: Andrade Velez Daniel , Alvarez-Alvarado Manuel S.
Published: August 2024

Teaching physics through laboratory work is essential, but it is necessary to renew traditional practices. An experimental activity is proposed to promote scientific thinking in high school students, for which a sequence of laboratories focused on the scientific research process was designed. This sequence used "Gowin's V" to structure cognitive processes and promoted cooperative interaction to reinforce learning. The results showed significant advances in understanding and applying physical concepts and students' ability to conduct research critically and reflectively.
Community Stigma and Family-Based Education Efforts Regarding Leprosy
Authors: Lamonge Annastasia Sintia , Polii Grace B , Mawuntu Angga D.P , Pontoh Nadya I
Published: August 2024

Latar Belakang : Kusta adalah penyakit yang sangat berdampak besar baik untuk penderita maupun masyarakat di sekitar. Tujuan : untuk mengeksplorasi persepsi (stigma) masyarakat terhadap penyakit kusta. Metode : Desain mixed method: multistage. Penelitian dimulai dengan pengumpulan data kualitatif yaitu dengam in-depth interview kemudian dilanjutkan dengan pengembangan program edukasi dan uji eksperimen program edukasi dalam memperbaiki stigma negatif masyarakat. Penelitian ini dilakukan di Kelurahan Sumompo, Lingkungan 3, Kec. Tuminting. Terdapat 14 partisipan pada wawancara dan 32 partisipan pada tahap eksperimen. Data kualitatif di analisis secara tematik sedangkan data kuantitatif dianalisis secara deskriptif komparasi. Hasil : Data kualitatif didapatkan adanya 2 tema yaitu stigma negatif dan stigma positif. Hasil analisis data kuantitatif diperoleh nilai rata-rata stigma 29,09 mengalami penurunan sesudah dilakukan intervensi program edukasi berbasis keluarga menjadi rata-rata 17.82 dengan ρ Value = 0,001. Kesimpulan : Stigma di masyarakat terbagi menjadi stigma negatif dan positif. Stigma negatif dapat berdampak pada hubungan interaksi dalam masyarakat. Program Edukasi berbasis keluarga efektif dalam menurunkan stigma masyarakat tentang penyakit kusta terbukti efektif dan dapat digunakan oleh tenaga kesehatan dan kader desa dalam mengedukasi masyarakat.
Kata Kunci : Kusta; Stigma masyarakat; Persepsi; Edukasi berbasis keluarga
 
Background: Leprosy is a disease that hugely impacts both sufferers and the surrounding community. Objective: This research aims to explore the public's perception (stigma) towards leprosy—method: Mixed method design: multistage. The research began with collecting qualitative data, namely through in-depth interviews. Then it continued with the development of educational programs and experimental testing of academic programs to improve negative stigma in society. This research was conducted in Sumompo Village, Ward 3, Kec. Tuminting. There were 14 participants in the interview and 32 participants in the experimental stage. Qualitative data is analyzed semantically while quantitative data is analyzed comparatively descriptively. Results: Qualitative data showed that there were 2 themes: negative stigma and positive stigma. The results of quantitative data analysis showed that the average stigma value was 29.09, which decreased after the family-based educational program intervention to an average of 17.82 with ρ value = 0.001. Conclusion: Stigma in society is divided into negative and positive stigma. Negative stigma can have an impact on interactions in society. Family-based education programs are effective in reducing community stigma about leprosy and have been proven effective and can be used by health workers and village cadres to educate the community.
 Keywords: Leprosy; Community stigma; Perception; Family-based education
Prostitution; An Avenue for Criminal Activities, the Case of Pokuase in Accra-Ghana
Authors: Ofori Nyarko Daniel , Obido Ayettey Benjamin
Published: August 2024

Commercial sex work and commercial sex workers face high level of discrimination and stigmatisation where ever they find themselves. The discrimination and stigmatization against commercial sex workers has made certain criminals and criminal acts to feed on commercial sex work and commercial sex joints to thrive. This research was conducted in Pokuase a suburb of the Ga North Municipality in Accra, Ghana. The objective of the researchers was to identify certain criminal activities that thrive or feed on commercial sex work or commercial sex joints. The researchers used qualitative research methodology involving interviews and focus group discussion to solicit for information or data. The information or data collected from the interviewees and focus group discussants were transcribed and organized into themes. The researcher found that certain criminal activities that thrive on commercial sex work and commercial sex joints include; quack medical service provisions, drug peddling, armed robbery, human and drug trafficking, organized pimping and extortion of money from commercial sex workers. The researchers concluded that, due to the criminalization of prostitution, many criminals have gotten involved in the entire commercial sex profession as a means of sustaining their criminal activities. Also, people who are engaged in legal businesses are now also using such businesses to commit crimes against these commercial sex workers since their profession is criminalized by the state and stigmatized by the public. The researchers finally recommended that the state must amend the laws criminalizing prostitution so that commercial sex workers can report some crimes and criminal acts that feed on their profession to the police. Also, religious bodies and non-governmental organisations must be involved in changing the perception, stigmatization and marginalization of commercial sex workers within the societies they find themselves.
A Review of Pivot Oprators of Theoritical Models on Which Language Teaching and Learning Hinge Upon
Authors: UDEIGWE J.O. , Noke Ugochukwu Chinedu , Uche Ifeanyi A
Published: August 2024

Most of the innovations in teaching method in language teaching are made to make learning pleasurable exercise. For learning to take place, the positive attribute of the teacher, the learner, the textbook and the classroom must interact. The age group of the learners: the beginners, the intermediates and the advanced must be paramount. Constraints that mediate against the flow of learning from the part of the teacher, the learner and the classroom must be noted. Learning is a by-product of teaching and the beneficiaries are the learners. Learners assimilate the language instruction from the teacher by a conscious and a deliberate effort over a time. The work targets at the threepatide levels of group of people in the school. The beginners, the intermediate and the advanced levels in the school system. Language teaching is like every other commercial enterprise or business. It is commercial because the livelihood of the practitioners depend on it. The economic futures of the learner also depend on it. For instance, a credit pass in English language is a passport for employment and recruitment as trainees both in the private and public sector of the economy. It’s a measure for a university admission.
The Impact of the Perception of K-12 Program on Emotional and Academic Readiness of First-Year College Students
Authors: Dela Sierra Lowie Jhon Y. , Pepito Analyn L.
Published: August 2024

A recent change in the educational system in the Philippines, known as the K-12 Program was implemented. The primary goal of this program is to provide the students with lifelong learning, skillful and experienced graduates, prepared for the next level of education – tertiary education, who have the ability to compete with other graduates and employment. Over the past years, the Philippines faced a problem of producing competitive Filipino graduates concerned with short-term education; the country sees it as a disadvantage by producing graduates that are not yet ready to compete in the job market. This study aimed to determine the respondents’ perceptions and levels of emotional and academic readiness among first-year college students of Misamis University in relation to the implementation of the K-12 Program. A population of 167 first-year college students at Misamis University who graduated from Senior High School at the same university participated in this study. A researcher-made questionnaire was used to collect the data. The study’s findings showed a significant relationship between the emotional and academic readiness of first-year college students in relation to their perception towards K-12 program. Based on the findings, the study recommended that the students engage in different types of seminars to stay on track and know what program they are going to choose in the near future.
Finite Element Analysis of a Portable Bamboo Girder Used in Emergency Responses
Authors: Musthaffa Azrul Affandhi , Mohamad Nor Norazman , Alhayek Abdulrahman , Alias Yusof Mohammed , Yaakob Mohd Yuhazri
Published: August 2024

This study uses numerical simulation to explore the performance of a portable bamboo girder designed for emergency scenarios and compares it to its steel counterpart. It underscores bamboo’s appeal, offering a lightweight, quickly deployable, and eco-friendly alternative to steel. The research aims to assess bamboo’s viability in emergency bridge construction, utilising SOLIDWORKS and ANSYS to create and simulate bamboo and steel girders. A bamboo girder aimed at humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) operations was analysed through ANSYS software under a Toyota Hilux truck’s weight. Material properties, loads, and boundary conditions were defined for an accurate simulation. Three individual bamboo culms were tested in four-point flexural experiments, and the results revealed a modulus of elasticity of 14583 MPa and a local failure due to crushing and splitting with an ultimate strength of 263 MPa. Finite element analysis results indicated that the bamboo girder had a stress of 85.56 MPa and a deflection of 84.68 mm. Although the steel girder showed lower deflection, it had significantly higher stresses and weighed 180% more than the bamboo version. The bamboo girder’s deflection surpassed the recommended limit under a fully loaded truck, indicating room for improvement. However, stress analysis revealed that the bamboo’s structural integrity remained below its design strength. Conversely, the steel girder exhibited higher stresses and considerably greater weight. Despite deflection concerns, the bamboo girder demonstrated structural soundness and lower weight compared to steel. This positions it as a viable solution for swift emergency deployment, warranting further refinement for enhanced performance.
Maikling Salaysay Hinggil sa Lawa ng Mainit: Lunsaran sa Pagtuturo ng Wikang Filipino sa Elementarya
Authors: Galgo Rosiemalinda M.  , Causing Pilmore M.  , Escultor Gemma R.
Published: August 2024

Ang pag-aaral na ito ay nakabatay sa maiikling salaysay hinggil sa Lawa ng Mainit bilang lunsaran sa pagtuturo ng Wikang Filipino sa elementarya sa ikatlong baitang. Ang pananaliksik na ito naglalayong tulungan ang mga guro upang mapagaan ang aralin sa pagtuturo. Ginamit ng mananaliksik ang palarawang paraan sa pag-aaral, kasama ang purposive at convenience sampling sa pagpili ng mga impormante upang makakuha ng impormasyon para sa gagawing maiikling salaysay. Sa pamamagitan ng pagsusuri sa mga maiikling salaysay ng mga mag-aaral, nabigyang-diin ang kahalagahan ng kapaligiran sa pagpapaunlad ng kasanayan sa wika. Ang mga natuklasan ay naglalayong magbigay ng impormasyon at rekomendasyon sa mga guro at tagapagturo upang mapalakas ang kanilang mga pamamaraan sa pagtuturo ng Wikang Filipino sa isang kalikasan at kultura- orientadong paraan. Ang mananaliksik ay makikipanayam sa napiling labing isang (11) barangay na sakop sa Lungsod ng Mainit. May 25 na impormante na pakikipanayamin. Ang bawat sagot ng mga impormante ay gawan ng mananaliksik ng maiikling salaysay. Ang maging awtput nito ay isang workbook na nakabatay sa competency ng DepEd
Alamat Ng MGA Baranggay sa Bayan NG MAINIT Bilang Kagamitang Pampagtuturo NG Asignaturang Filipino sa Elementarya
Authors: Perocho Annabel C  , Escultor Gemma R.
Published: August 2024

Sa pag-aaral na ito, tinatalakay ang alamat o pinagmulan ng mga baranggay ng Mainit. Nilalayon ng pananaliksik na suriin ang mga alamat at magamit bilang kagamitang pampagtuturo sa Filipino ng mga mag-aaral sa elementarya. Sa pamamagitan ng pagsusuri sa likas na kagandahan at kahalagahan ng mga alamat ng bawat baranggay ng Mainit, inilalapat nito ang mga konteksto ng pagtuturo sa wika at kultura at napapalalim ang pag-unawa ng mga guro at mag-aaral sa kahalagahan ng alamat bilang bahagi ng kurikulum ng Filipino. Ang pag-aaral na ito ay gumamit ng palarawang paraan at ng purposive at convenience sampling sa pagkuha ng mga impormante na lumad o pinakamatanda na naninirahan sa mga baranggay ng Mainit. Sa pangkalahatan, ang awtput ng pag-aaral na ito ay magagamit bilang isang kagamitan sa pagtuturo ng Filipino sa Elmentarya
Professional Development of the English Language Teachers in Siargao Division
Authors: Balbarino, Najie S.  , Mosa Carmelin P.
Published: August 2024

This study evaluated the professional development of English language teachers in Siargao Division concerning Child Friendly School System (CFSS) goal 6. It examined the respondents' profiles and the implementation of professional development, focusing on continuing education, co-teacher support, and administrator support. The results showed that most teacher-respondents are females aged 30-39 who have not begun their Master’s Degrees and hold Teacher I positions. Administrator-respondents are generally females aged 30-49 with MA units and Head Teacher I positions. Siargao Division has implemented programs for professional development, including graduate studies, supportive colleague environments, and administrative support. There was no significant difference in how the implementation was perceived based on the respondents' profiles. English teachers reported experiences with seminars, workshops, training, and collaboration, while school administrators noted initiatives, professional development programs, and monitoring.
The study concluded that the English teachers and administrators in Siargao Division are predominantly female, relatively young, and well-educated. Administrators view professional development as highly effective in terms of continuing education and support, while teachers rate it as “implemented.” Professional development mainly involves seminars and workshops, with a strong emphasis on literacy and teaching methodologies.
Anthropogenic Activities vs Mass Wasting in Shimla City
Authors: Dr. Sandhya Pathania  , Dr. Purnima Singh
Published: August 2024

Encircled by verdant stretches and snow-capped peaks is the highland town of Shimla. Himachal Pradesh's capital, Shimla, is a place of unspoiled natural beauty. It is among the most well-liked travel spots in India. It has several restaurants and motels because it is a popular tourist destination. In addition to the numerous government and private guest houses, there are about 500 hotels in and around Shimla. A population of 25,000 was taken into account when the city was first planned. Not only in Himachal Pradesh but even in Shimla City, the city's climate is being negatively impacted by the sudden increase in human activity due to population growth, which has led to a rising tendency of landslides. . The present paper deals with anthropogenic activities versus mass wasting in Shimla City. The paper is based on secondary data and primary data published in various newspapers namely Amar Ujala , the Times of India and various online publications. The population data is obtained from government organisations of Shimla.
PENGARUH PROGRAM KELUARGA HARAPAN (PKH) TERHADAP PENANGGULANGAN KEMISKINAN DI KECAMATAN WOYLA KABUPATEN ACEH BARAT
Authors: Marwida Nani , Mahrizal Mahrizal
Published: August 2024

Destitution is a fundamental problem faced by all countries, particularly developing countries like Indonesia. Destitution is a complex problem, so special attention is needed to overcome  it.  One  of  the  poverty  reduction  efforts  undertaken  by  the  Government  of Indonesia is through the Family Hope Program (PKH), which began to emerge in 2007.This research aim to find out and analyze the effect of the Family Hope Program on poverty alleviation in Woyla District, which is one of the areas that received assistance from the Family Hope Program. In this study using quantitative descriptive research methods. The object of this research is the Family Hope Program KPM in Woyla District. The data used are sourced from primary data in the form of answers to questionnaires, observations and secondary data from the government’s official website and the secretariat archives of Woyla District. Methods of data analysis carried out in the form of normality test and simple linear regression. The results of the analysis with the help of the SPSS 20 program indicate that there is a strong relationship between the variables of the Family Hope Program (PKH) and the poverty  alleviation  variable  with  a  correlation  coefficient  of  0.601  and  a  determinant coefficient of 0.361. This means that the Family Hope Program (PKH) has a positive and significant effect on destitution reduction in Woyla District, this means that if the Family Hope Program increases, poverty reduction will also increase.
Veränderungen stehen an
Authors: Martin François
Published: August 2024

Das Zusammenwirken konjunktureller und struktureller Faktoren krempelt die Verpackungsindustrie um. Zwar sind diese Entwicklungen für die Branche, die für ihre Anpassungsfähigkeit bekannt ist, keine grundsätzliche Herausforderung. Dennoch zwingen sie alle Marktteilnehmer zu Veränderungen.
Hohe Akzeptanz
Authors: Sachs Melanie
Published: August 2024

Aktuelle Konsumententests in Deutschland, Großbritannien und Schweden zeigen, dass Kartonverpackungen als Nachfüllpackungen für Wasch-, Putz- und Reinigungsmittel eine Alternative zu handelsüblichen Kunststoffbeuteln sind.
Analyzing the Factors Influencing the Integration of E-Procurement use in Small and Medium Enterprise in Ghana.
Authors: Dadzie Eric Boafo , Nyamekye Bright , Yamoah Lord Emmanuel
Published: August 2024

The study aims at assessing the usage of Electronic Procurement systems among Ghanaian SMEs, and the aggregate effect it has on firm’s growth. This research was carried out to (1) determine the amount of e-procurement use among SMEs in Ghana, (2) determine the influence of e-procurement on the productivity of Ghanaian SMEs, and (3) determine the primary problems associated with adopting e-procurement in Ghana, among other things. Using a quantitative research approach, primary data was acquired from 100 respondents using easy sampling and an online survey, with the help of which the data was analyzed. A version of the SPSS data analysis program, version 22, was used to conduct the analysis. At the conclusion of the survey, it was discovered that the current procurement system in use is the e-procurement technique, which is used by the vast majority of SMEs on a consistent basis. The majority of them had a good understanding of e-procurement and were comfortable with its dynamics. Also shown by the research is that the adoption of e-procurement techniques contributes to a rise in the performance, effectiveness, and efficiency of organizations, resulting in an increase in their total production. Individuals, however, have unfavourable opinions of e-procurement as a result of some significant obstacles involved with its use, which are detailed below. Internet access and inadequate internet connection were among the key issues mentioned, as were data system hacking, training needs, availability, and technological and skill gaps, among others.
La eficacia de la persecución del tráfico ilegal de productos forestales maderables en las fiscalías especializadas en materia ambiental
Authors: Ramírez-Chujutalli Banny Meliza , Siaden-Valdivieso José Roberto
Published: August 2024

El tráfico ilegal de productos forestales maderables es un delito ambiental muy lucrativo en toda la selva peruana. La investigación realizada tuvo como objetivo establecer la eficacia de la persecución del tráfico ilegal de productos forestales como delito ambiental en la Fiscalía Especializada en Materia Ambiental de Alto Amazonas. La investigación fue de tipo aplicada, de nivel descriptivo, diseño no experimental, transversal; la población y muestra de estudio estuvo conformada por 32 carpetas fiscales de tráfico ilegal de productos forestales. La técnica que aplicamos como instrumentos fue el análisis documental y la entrevista semiestructura. Se obtuvo como resultado que el 6,3% de las carpetas fiscales analizadas se encuentran con sentencia; un 50% de las carpetas fiscales se archivan por no demostrarse los autores del delito o no existir la posibilidad de demostrar que el delito ha ocurrido, el 12,5% de las investigaciones están en etapa de acusación, el 21,9% se encuentra en la etapa de investigación preparatoria y el 9,4% archivados por sobreseimiento. Por ello, se concluyó que la eficacia de la persecución del tráfico ilegal productos forestales maderables en la Fiscalía Especializada en Materia Ambiental es deficiente.
Eficacia de los órganos jurisdiccionales frente a prescripciones por faltas contra la persona, juzgados de paz letrado de Tarapoto
Authors: Ramírez-Vela Jhon Hans , Arévalo-Silva Karen Janeth , Pinchi-Bartra Martín
Published: August 2024

La investigación se centra en las fórmulas jurídicas derivadas de la simplificación procesal en casos clasificados como faltas, en los cuales los hechos prescriben debido al transcurso del tiempo. El objetivo general fue determinar el nivel de eficacia de los órganos jurisdiccionales ante la prescripción de faltas contra la persona. Para ello, se formuló una investigación aplicada de enfoque cuantitativo, con diseño descriptivo simple, tipo no experimental, conformada por una población de 31 expedientes en los procesos por faltas contra la persona, de ello se ha tomado como muestra la totalidad de la población complementando con la participación de 50 expertos del derecho, siguiendo la línea de la técnica de la guía de análisis documental y de cuestionario. Los resultados mostraron que el nivel de eficacia de los órganos jurisdiccionales en aplicación a las resoluciones de prescripción es del 72 %, es aceptable en el descongestionamiento procesal de los juzgados. Se concluye que el nivel de eficacia es alto ya que hay una efectividad de las emisiones de las resoluciones, por lo que, tanto las demoras como interés de las partes contribuyen a su prescripción dejando en algunos casos ser ajenos al propio control jurisdiccional.
Strategi Komunikasi Ustaz Sugito dalam Membina Organisasi Remaja Masjid Baiturrahman Desa Nogorejo Galang
Authors: Syahputra Marjuki , Dori Chandra
Published: August 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan mengidentifikasi strategi komunikasi Ustaz Sugito dalam membina remaja Masjid Baiturrahman di Desa Nogo-Rejo, Kecamatan Galang. Metode penelitian kualitatif digunakan dengan sumber data diperoleh melalui observasi, wawancara, dan analisis dokumen. Data dianalisis menggunakan pendekatan Miles dan Huberman yang mencakup pengumpulan, penyajian, dan penarikan kesimpulan. Keabsahan data dijamin melalui ketekunan pengamatan dan triangulasi. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Ustaz Sugito menerapkan berbagai strategi, termasuk pembinaan rutin, kepedulian tinggi, kegiatan olahraga rutin, acara tahunan, pengajian remaja, serta partisipasi dalam kegiatan masyarakat. Strategi-strategi ini efektif dalam membina remaja masjid Baiturrahman. Faktor pendukung utama yang ditemukan adalah dukungan dari masyarakat dan pemerintah Desa Nogo-Rejo, yang sangat membantu dalam pelaksanaan program-program pembinaan. Namun, kendala yang dihadapi terutama berkaitan dengan faktor ekonomi, yang terkadang menghambat pelaksanaan kegiatan secara optimal. Penelitian ini memberikan wawasan penting tentang bagaimana pendekatan komunikasi yang strategis dapat digunakan secara efektif dalam pembinaan remaja di lingkungan masjid, serta menunjukkan pentingnya dukungan komunitas dan pemerintah dalam keberhasilan program tersebut.
Comparative Examination of Spoken Language Recognition Through Deep Learning Algorithms – A Review
Authors: Kiran Hidayat  , Ahmed Shakil , Anam Akbar  , Tehmina Khan
Published: August 2024

This work investigates the area of spoken language recognition, which is essential to language translation and natural language processing. It examines existing models that have been trained on deep learning techniques, datasets, and performance metrics. The article presents a thorough comparative examination of spoken language identification methods using deep learning, highlighting their advantages and disadvantages. In order to help researchers develop new language identification models for speech signals, the effectiveness of spoken language models is examined. Additionally, a number of spoken language identification models were investigated using a variety of deep learning approaches, datasets, and performance indicators. This analysis focused on the key traits and challenges that these models face.
NUVEM GENÉTICA: UMA VIAGEM PELAS PALAVRAS DA HEREDITARIEDADE
Authors: Barroso Diana Ferreira Borges , Roque Ana Beatriz de Sousa , Oliveira Lya Costa de , Paz Edilson Barros , Oliveira Hermeson Cassiano de
Published: August 2024

No cenário educacional, o ensino contemporâneo é um campo de estudo em constante evolução, impulsionado pela interseção entre teorias pedagógicas avançadas e as demandas complexas da sociedade moderna. Neste sentido, a aprendizagem significativa surge como uma perspectiva que vai além da simples memorização, enfatizando a compreensão profunda e a aplicação prática do conhecimento. O presente trabalho teve como objetivo examinar a eficácia da abordagem pedagógica com uso de nuvem de palavras no ensino de conteúdos de genética no ensino médio. A metodologia envolveu a realização da atividade de intervenção denominada “Nuvem Genética: uma viagem pelas palavras da hereditariedade”, abrangendo o assunto de introdução à genética. À luz das análises realizadas e dos resultados obtidos, fica evidente que a abordagem metodológica exerceu um impacto positivo sobre os aspectos avaliados, uma vez que foram trabalhados conceitos científicos a partir do conhecimento empírico dos alunos, resultando em um maior engajamento no processo de aprendizagem.
Exploring aerosol–cloud interactions in liquid-phase clouds over eastern China and its adjacent ocean using the WRF-Chem–SBM model
Authors: Zhao Jianqi , Ma Xiaoyan , Quaas Johannes , Jia Hailing
Published: August 2024

Abstract. In this study we explore aerosol–cloud interactions in liquid-phase clouds over eastern China (EC) and its adjacent ocean (ECO) using the WRF-Chem–SBM model with four-dimensional assimilation. The results show that our simulations and analyses based on each vertical layer provide a more detailed representation of the aerosol–cloud relationship compared to the column-based analyses which have been widely conducted previously. For aerosol activation, cloud droplet number concentration (Nd) generally increases with aerosol number concentration (Naero) at low Naero and decreases with Naero at high Naero. The main difference between EC and ECO is that Nd increases faster in ECO than EC at low Naero due to abundant water vapor, whereas at high Naero, when aerosol activation in ECO is suppressed, Nd in EC shows significant fluctuation due to strong surface effects (longwave radiation cooling and terrain uplift) and intense updrafts. Cloud liquid water content (CLWC) increases with Nd, but the increase rate gradually slows down for precipitating clouds, while CLWC increases and then decreases in non-precipitating clouds. Higher Nd and CLWC can be found in EC than in ECO, and the transition-point Nd value at which CLWC in non-precipitating clouds changes from increasing to decreasing is also higher in EC. Aerosol activation is strongest at moderate Naero, but CLWC increases relatively fast at low Naero. ECO cloud processes are more limited by cooling and humidification, whereas strong and diverse surface and atmospheric processes in EC allow intense cloud processes to occur under significant warming or drying conditions.
Markedly different impacts of primary emissions and secondary aerosol formation on aerosol mixing states revealed by simultaneous measurements of CCNC, H(/V)TDMA, and SP2
Authors: Tao Jiangchuan , Luo Biao , Xu Weiqi , Zhao Gang , Xu Hanbin , Xue Biao , Zhai Miaomiao , Xu Wanyun , Zhao Huarong , Ren Sanxue , Zhou Guangsheng , Liu Li , Kuang Ye , Sun Yele
Published: August 2024

Abstract. ​​​​​​​This study compares aerosol mixing-state parameters obtained via simultaneous measurements using DMA–CCNC, H(/V)TDMA, and DMA–SP2, shedding light on the impacts of primary aerosol emissions and secondary aerosol (SA) formation. The analysis reveals significant variations in mixing-state parameters among different techniques, with VTDMA and DMA–SP2 indicating that non-volatile particles mainly stem from black carbon (BC)-containing aerosols, while a substantial proportion of nearly hydrophobic aerosols originates from fossil fuel combustion and biomass-burning emissions. Synthesizing the results, some nearly hydrophobic BC-free particles were found to be cloud condensation nuclei (CCN)-inactive under the measured supersaturated conditions, likely from fossil fuel combustion emissions, while others were CCN-active, linked to biomass-burning emissions. Moreover, BC-containing aerosols emitted from fossil fuel combustion exhibit more external mixing with other aerosol components compared to those from biomass burning. Secondary nitrate and organic aerosol formation significantly affect aerosol mixing states, enhancing aerosol hygroscopicity and volatility while reducing heterogeneity among techniques. The study also highlights distinct physical properties of two resolved secondary organic aerosol factors, hinting at their formation through different mechanisms. These findings underscore the importance of comparing aerosol mixing states from different techniques as a tool for understanding aerosol physical properties from different sources and their responses to SA formation, as well as aiding in the exploration of SA formation mechanisms.
Mitigating Radome Induced Bias in X-Band Weather Radar Polarimetric moments using Adaptive DFT Algorithm
Authors: Padmanabhan Thiruvengadam , Lesage Guillaume , Ramanamahefa Ambinintsoa Volatiana , Van Baelen Joël
Published: August 2024

Abstract. In recent years, the application of compact and cost-effective deployable X-band polarimetric radars has gained in popularity, particularly in regions with complex terrain. The deployable radars generally use a radome constructed by joining multiple panels using metallic threads to facilitate easy transportation. As a part of the ESPOIRS project, Laboratoire de l’Atmosphère et des Cyclones has acquired an X-band meteorological radar with four panel radome configuration. In this study, we investigated the effect of the radome on the measured polarimetric variables, particularly differential reflectivity and differential phase. Our observations reveal that the metallic threads connecting the radome panels introduce power loss at vertical polarization, leading to a positive bias in the differential reflectivity values. To address the spatial variability bias observed in differential reflectivity and differential phase, we have developed a novel algorithm based on the Discrete Fourier Transform. The algorithm's performance was tested during an intense heavy rainfall event caused by the Batsirai cyclone on Reunion Island. The comparative and joint histogram analysis demonstrates the algorithm's effectiveness in correcting the spatial bias in the polarimetric variables.
Modeling integrated soil fertility management for maize production in Kenya using a Bayesian calibration of the DayCent model
Authors: Laub Moritz , Necpalova Magdalena , Van de Broek Marijn , Corbeels Marc , Ndungu Samuel Mathu , Mucheru-Muna Monicah Wanjiku , Mugendi Daniel , Yegon Rebecca , Waswa Wycliffe , Vanlauwe Bernard , Six Johan
Published: August 2024

Abstract. Sustainable intensification schemes such as integrated soil fertility management (ISFM) are a proposed strategy to close yield gaps, increase soil fertility, and achieve food security in sub-Saharan Africa. Biogeochemical models such as DayCent can assess their potential at larger scales, but these models need to be calibrated to new environments and rigorously tested for accuracy. Here, we present a Bayesian calibration of DayCent, using data from four long-term field experiments in Kenya in a leave-one-site-out cross-validation approach. The experimental treatments consisted of the addition of low- to high-quality organic resources, with and without mineral nitrogen fertilizer. We assessed the potential of DayCent to accurately simulate the key elements of sustainable intensification, including (1) yield, (2) the changes in soil organic carbon (SOC), and (3) the greenhouse gas (GHG) balance of CO2 and N2O combined. Compared to the initial parameters, the cross-validation showed improved DayCent simulations of maize grain yield (with the Nash–Sutcliffe model efficiency (EF) increasing from 0.36 to 0.50) and of SOC stock changes (with EF increasing from 0.36 to 0.55). The simulations of maize yield and those of SOC stock changes also improved by site (with site-specific EF ranging between 0.15 and 0.38 for maize yield and between −0.9 and 0.58 for SOC stock changes). The four cross-validation-derived posterior parameter distributions (leaving out one site each) were similar in all but one parameter. Together with the model performance for the different sites in cross-validation, this indicated the robustness of the DayCent model parameterization and its reliability for the conditions in Kenya. While DayCent poorly reproduced daily N2O emissions (with EF ranging between −0.44 and −0.03 by site), cumulative seasonal N2O emissions were simulated more accurately (EF ranging between 0.06 and 0.69 by site). The simulated yield-scaled GHG balance was highest in control treatments without N addition (between 0.8 and 1.8 kg CO2 equivalent per kg grain yield across sites) and was about 30 % to 40 % lower in the treatment that combined the application of mineral N and of manure at a rate of 1.2 t C ha−1 yr−1. In conclusion, our results indicate that DayCent is well suited for estimating the impact of ISFM on maize yield and SOC changes. They also indicate that the trade-off between maize yield and GHG balance is stronger in low-fertility sites and that preventing SOC losses, while difficult to achieve through the addition of external organic resources, is a priority for the sustainable intensification of maize production in Kenya.
Investigation of Seismic Anisotropy in the Undisturbed Rotondo Granite
Authors: Behnen Kathrin , Hertrich Marian , Maurer Hansruedi , Shakas Alexis , Bröker Kai , Epiney Claire , Blanch Jover María , Giardini Domenico
Published: August 2024

Abstract. The hypothesis of stress-induced seismic anisotropy was tested in the Bedretto Lab, a deep underground rock laboratory in the Swiss alps. Several comprehensive crosshole seismic surveys were acquired to analyze the directional dependency of seismic wave velocities in the undisturbed host rock. This required precise knowledge on the source and receiver positions as well as a good data quality that allow the determination of traveltimes for different wave types. A tilted transverse isotropic (TTI) model could be established that explains the measured data to a first order. All relevant model parameters could be well constrained using P- and S-wave arrival times. However, a systematic misfit distribution indicates that a more complex anisotropy model might be required to fully explain the measurements. This is consistent with our hypothesis that seismic anisotropy has a significant stress-induced component. More controlled laboratory experiments on the centimeter to decimeter scale were performed to validate our field measurements. These measurements show a comparable order of P- and S-wave anisotropy in the rock volume. The knowledge on the driving mechanism for anisotropy in igneous rocks can potentially help to enhance the monitoring of stress field variations during geothermal operations, thereby improving hazard assessment protocols.
Organic Pollutant Oxidation on Manganese Oxides in Soils – The Role of Calcite Indicated by Geoelectrical and Chemical Analyses
Authors: Altzitser Sonya Sara , Mishael Yael Golda , Schwartz Nimrod
Published: August 2024

Abstract. Understanding phenolic pollutants interaction with soil colloids has been a focus of extensive research, primarily under controlled conditions. This study addresses the need to explore these processes in a more natural, complex soil environment. We aim to enlighten the underlying mechanisms of hydroquinone (a representative phenolic pollutant) oxidation in ambient, MnO2-rich sandy soil within soil columns designed for breakthrough experiments. Our innovative approach combines noninvasive electrical measurements, crystallographic and microscopic analyses, and chemical profiling to comprehensively understand soil-pollutant interactions. Our study reveals that hydroquinone oxidation by MnO2 initiates a cascade of reactions, altering local pH, calcite dissolution, and precipitating amorphous Mn-oxides, showcasing a complex interplay of chemical processes. Our analysis, combining insights from chemistry and electrical measurements, reveals the oxidation process led to a constant decrease in polarizing surfaces, as indicated by quadrature conductivity monitoring. Furthermore, dynamic shifts in the soil solution chemistry (changes in the calcium and manganese concentrations, pH, and EC) correlated with the non-monotonous behavior of the in-phase conductivity. Our findings conclusively demonstrate that the noninvasive electrical method allows real-time monitoring of calcite dissolution, serving as a direct cursor to the oxidation process of hydroquinone, enabling the observation of soil surface processes, and chemical interactions.
On the relationship between static stability and anvil clouds
Authors: Wang Zhenquan
Published: August 2024

Abstract. The climate feedback mechanism of the anvil amount is still uncertain but is a key component in understanding the Earth’s climate sensitivity. The environmental cloud-controlling factors are helpful to reveal the underlying processes of the anvil climate responses and constrain the climate model projections. The 3-km-layer stability below the lapse-rate tropopause is defined as the upper-tropospheric stability (UTS) and usually used to analyze the environmental stability control on the anvil clouds. However, the UTS might underestimate the stability control on the anvil. Here, a novel estimated anvil-top stability (EAS) based on the minimum stability in the upper troposphere is proposed as a stronger anvil-controlling factor than the UTS. By the radiosondes and cloud observations at the tropical Manus ground-based site, the results show that the EAS can better stratify the ice cloud incidence from 0.16 to 0.91 with a negative linear relationship, while the UTS only controls the ice cloud incidence from 0.4 to 0.78 and their relationship is nonlinear. The EAS can also be derived from the pressure-level reanalysis data, but due to the relatively coarse vertical resolution of the reanalysis the EAS would not be perfectly reproduced from the reanalysis. In comparison, the reanalysis-based EAS has a correlation of 0.51 with the radiosonde-measured EAS but it is still a stronger anvil-controlling factor than both the reanalysis-based and radiosonde-measured UTS. At the global scale, the relationships of the anvil clouds with the reanalysis-based EAS and UTS are examined by the satellite passive and active sensors, respectively. As observed by the passive radiometer imagers on board the geostationary satellites, the distribution of the high cloud coverage (HCC) above 300 hPa has the correlation of -0.6 with the EAS but the correlation with the UTS is only -0.01. Daily HCC variations are strongly correlated with EAS with the mean correlation of -0.52 in the HCC domains, while the UTS underestimates the stability controls on the HCC (the mean correlation is -0.33). By the combined active sensors of the radar and lidar on board the polar-orbit satellites, the results show that the ice cloud fraction profiles in tropics, subtropics and midlatitude are all linearly stratified by the EAS, while the large ice cloud fraction could happen in both the small and large UTS and the relationship of the ice cloud fraction with the UTS is nonlinear. With the strong linear correlation to the anvil, the EAS can be used as a good predictor to understand the anvil climate feedback processes.
Implementing deep soil and dynamic root uptake in Noah-MP (v4.5): Impact on Amazon dry-season transpiration
Authors: Bieri Carolina A. , Dominguez Francina , Miguez-Macho Gonzalo , Fan Ying
Published: August 2024

Abstract. Plant roots act as critical pathways of moisture from the subsurface to the atmosphere. Deep moisture uptake by plant roots can provide a seasonal buffer mechanism in regions with a well-defined dry season such as the southern Amazon. Most existing state-of-the-art earth system models cannot fully capture the required subsurface-to-atmosphere processes, including groundwater dynamics, a sufficiently deep soil column, dynamic root water uptake, and a fine model spatial resolution (<5 km). To address this, we present DynaRoot, a dynamic root water uptake (RWU) scheme implemented within the Noah-MultiParameterization (Noah-MP) land surface model, a widely used model for studying kilometer-scale regional land surface processes. Our modifications include the implementation of DynaRoot, eight additional resolved soil layers reaching a depth of 20 m, and soil properties that vary with depth. DynaRoot is computationally efficient and ideal for regional- or continental-scale climate simulations. We perform four 20 year uncoupled Noah-MP experiments for a region in the southern Amazon basin. Each experiment incrementally adds physical processes. The experiments include default Noah-MP with free drainage (FD); addition of a groundwater scheme that resolves water table variations (GW); addition of eight soil layers and soil properties that vary with depth (SOIL), and addition of DynaRoot (ROOT). Our results show that DynaRoot allows mature forests in upland regions to avoid water stress during dry periods by taking up moisture from the deep vadose zone (where antecedent precipitation is still draining downward). Conversely, RWU in valleys can take up moisture from groundwater (while remaining constrained by the water table). Temporally, we capture a seasonal shift in RWU from shallower layers in the wet season to deeper soil layers in the dry season, particularly over regions with dominant evergreen broadleaf (forest) vegetation. Compared to the control case, there is a domain-average increase in transpiration of about 29 % during dry months in the ROOT experiment. Critically, the ROOT experiment performs best in simulating the temporal evolution of dry-season transpiration and evapotranspiration (ET) compared with an observational ET product. Future work will explore the effect of the DynaRoot uptake scheme on atmospheric variables in a coupled modeling framework.