bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Bibliometric study of the state of knowledge of the use of technological platforms in agrotourism businesses
Authors: Alicio Alexey Megna , Torres Ailen Estevez , Pérez Rodrigo Valencia
Published: July 2024

Knowledge management is a vital process in the understanding of agritourism as a local development activity. In this sense, this sector has become an important global partner for the development of labor and technological resources throughout the world; it is part of the socioeconomic reality and is a current determinant for local development. This qualitative research proposes a bibliometric study of the state of the study of the application of technological platforms (TP) to the management of agro-tourism products, using the method of review of documents and research repositories of the Universities of Las Tunas and Holguín in eastern Cuba and the Autonomous University of Querétaro in Mexico. The main results lie in showing the level and depth of current literature regarding the application of technologies in agrotourism management. It concludes with the need to increase studies and recognize the importance of involving technological platforms in the management of agrotourism products.
Distribution channels as a hotel demand booster: the Omnibees system
Authors: Correa Cynthia , Santos Celso Luiz Oliveira
Published: July 2024

The strong advance of technology in the lodging sector has become a determining factor for greater sales reach and consequently, technology companies such as Omnibees have stood out in the market. The purpose of this research is to analyze the influence of Omnibees’ digital distribution on hotel demand. The methodological procedures used were a literature review and the application of two structured questionnaires, one for hotels that use the Omnibees system and the other for the Operations Manager of the company in question. As main results, it is noted that distribution channels play a significant role in expanding hotel connections, as well as the positive perception of hoteliers when using the technological system to manage reservations.
FOR ONTOLOGICAL POLITICS
Authors: Kurnik Andrej
Published: July 2024

Abstract. The ecological crisis is challenging the foundational premises of
modern political vocabulary, including the nature–society dualism. Notions of ontological politics and the ontological turn are employed to illustrate the consequences of this dualism, its crisis, and the potential for a
political constitution beyond it. Drawing on experiences in agro-ecology,
recent developments in movements for climate justice and land protection,
and the approaches of social movements against neoliberal globalisation,
the article explores the renewed interest in ontological political questions.
The author elaborates on the ontological proposition for a world of many
worlds and asserts its validity against objections of perceived indifference
targeted at relational ontologies.
Keywords: ontological politics, world of many worlds, nature–society dualism.
How well can persistent contrails be predicted? An update
Authors: Hofer Sina , Gierens Klaus , Rohs Susanne
Published: July 2024

Abstract. The total aviation effective radiative forcing is dominated by non-CO2 effects. The largest contributors to the non-CO2 effects are contrails and contrail cirrus. There is the possibility of reducing the climate effect of aviation by avoiding flying through ice-supersaturated regions (ISSRs), where contrails can last for hours (so-called persistent contrails). Therefore, a precise prediction of the specific location and time of these regions is needed. But a prediction of the frequency and degree of ice supersaturation (ISS) on cruise altitudes is currently very challenging and associated with great uncertainties because of the strong variability in the water vapour field, the low number of humidity measurements at the air traffic altitude, and the oversimplified parameterisations of cloud physics in weather models. Since ISS is more common in some dynamical regimes than in others, the aim of this study is to find variables/proxies that are related to the formation of ISSRs and to use these in a regression method to predict persistent contrails. To find the best-suited proxies for regressions, we use various methods of information theory. These include the log-likelihood ratios, known from Bayes' theorem, a modified form of the Kullback–Leibler divergence, and mutual information. The variables (the relative humidity with respect to ice, RHiERA5; the temperature, T; the vertical velocity, ω; the divergence, DIV; the relative vorticity, ζ; the potential vorticity, PV; the normalised geopotential height, Z; and the local lapse rate, γ) come from ERA5, and RHiM/I, which we assume as the truth, comes from MOZAIC/IAGOS (Measurement of Ozone and Water Vapour on Airbus In-service Aircraft/In-service Aircraft for a Global Observing System; commercial aircraft measurements). It turns out that RHiERA5 is the most important predictor of ice supersaturation, in spite of its weaknesses, and all other variables do not help much to achieve better results. Without RHiERA5, a regression to predict ISSRs is not successful. Certain modifications of RHiERA5 before the regression (as suggested in recent papers) do not lead to improvements of ISSR prediction. Applying a sensitivity study with artificially modified RHiERA5 distributions points to the origin of the problems with the regression: the conditional distributions of RHiERA5 (conditioned on ISS and non-ISS, from RHiM/I) overlap too heavily in the range of 70 %–100 %, so for any case in that range, it is not clear whether it belongs to an ISSR or not. Evidently, this renders the prediction of contrail persistence very difficult.
Spatial contribution to enhance early warning solutions for adapting to climate risks
Authors: Guillaume Lahache , Alix Roumagnac
Published: July 2024

The extreme climatic events are increasing worldwide and are becoming more and more recurrent. It is becoming urgent to take action to reduce them. The Mediterranean region is one of the most affected areas by the effects of climate change. The recent events in France, Spain, Greece, Turkey or even Libya reflect the violence of hydro-meteorological phenomena due in part to the rising sea temperatures. To limit the occurrence of such events, it is necessary to have some feedback. PREDICT uses post-event spatial imaging techniques such as rapid mapping to obtains geospatial data in just a few hours after the event. This permits to manage and document the consequences of such events.
Furthermore, PREDICT has been developing a program called COSPARIN (COntribution du SPAtial à la gestion du Risque INondation) for few years now, with European Space Agency (ESA) and the National Centre of Spatial studies (CNES) approval. The main goal of this program is to better understand and monitor extreme events before, during and after their occurrence. This relies on an innovative method based on the use of the most recent satellite data available as well as algorithms and artificial intelligence to establish a global estimation of precipitations and an estimation of potential flooding areas.
To improve forecasting and deploy early warning systems, Europe has set up the HORIZON program which includes a new project called GOBEYOND (GeO and weather multi-hazard impact Based Early warning and response systems supporting rapid deploYment of first respONders in EU and beyond). The aim of this project is to improve existing tools and methods by designing two platforms of Multi Risk Impact-based Early Warning System (MR-IEWS) for Europe and Mediterranean area (North Africa included). This draws on all available data, including COSPARIN satellite data, to forecast hydro-meteorological risks (floods, storms, heatwaves) and geological risks (earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis). Also, this aims to promote rapid and effective operational response by those in charge of safety and to move from simple hazard forecasting to risk forecasting by taking vulnerability into account.
Keywords: Climate change, Spatial data, Forecast, Innovation
The uRban hEat and pollution iSlands inTerAction in Rome and possible miTigation strategies (RESTART) project
Authors: Di Bernardino Annalisa , Brattich Erika , Argentini Stefania , Campanelli Monica , Barbano Francesco , Casasanta Giampietro , Cecilia Andrea , Di Sabatino Silvana , Erriu Margherita , Falasca Serena , Maestri Tiziano , Siani Anna Maria
Published: July 2024

In this contribution, the activities envisaged in the framework of the project “uRban hEat and pollution iSlands inTerAction in Rome and possible miTigation strategies” (RESTART) and the results obtained in its first phase are presented.The aim of RESTART is the investigation of the linkage between the Urban Heat Island (UHI) and the Urban Pollution Island (UPI) in Rome (Italy), offering a series of mitigation strategies including tailored Nature-Based Solutions (NBS), such as green areas/walls/roofs, trees, and ready-to-use guidelines for the improvement of well-being and liveability in urban environments.The project’s activities are divided into two main phases. The first phase is focused on determining the state of the art of the UHI and UPI in Rome, analysing the meteorological processes affecting these two phenomena and identifying possible links between them, analysing how severe/low pollution events and extreme weather events, such as heatwaves or cold spells, interact and possibly trigger their occurrence. These phenomena are investigated by using ground-based atmospheric monitoring instruments, belonging to international observatories and dense networks of instruments and providing quality-checked datasets of WMO-compliant meteorological and air quality measurements in the Rome area.  In the second phase, the environmental vulnerabilities identified will drive the numerical investigation of city-scale ventilation, heat transport, and air pollutants removal/accumulation. The most up-to-date numerical modelling chains will combine cutting-edge numerical simulations with mesoscale and dispersion models to simulate the connection between UHI and UPI, both in the ex-ante and ex-post NBS implementation scenario. The thermodynamic and chemical processes that govern UHI and UPI will be analysed, focusing on thermal comfort, pollutant dispersion and photochemical tropospheric ozone reactions. The outcomes, obtained from the combination of numerical and experimental analyses, will provide general recommendations and guidelines that will be disseminated within the scientific community, population, and policymakers.In this contribution, the results relating to the assessment of UHI Intensity (UHII) and UPI Intensity (UPII) in Rome over the period 2018-2023 are presented and discussed. The evaluation of UHII and UPII is carried out using hourly observations of near-surface air temperature and in-situ pollutant concentrations.The project is funded by the Italian Ministry of University and Research (Prot. 2022KZ2AJE) as a Project of National Interest (PRIN2022).
Working Together on Civil-Engineering Structures within the Dutch Flood Protection Programme: challenges and opportunities
Authors: Tromp Ellen , Breedeveld Joost , Apperloo Johan , Kottier Jaap
Published: July 2024

Abstract. Over 400 civil-engineering structures (e.g. sluices, pumping stations) are listed in the Dutch Flood Protection Programme (DFPP). That is a daunting task for the next 30 years, meaning that every three weeks one structure should be reinforced to meet the statutory standards. In an innovation project, the regional water authorities, Rijkswaterstaat, the Dutch Flood Protection Programme, research institutes and the consultancy agencies joint forces. In the past period, we have identified numerous obstacles, using the critical success factors framework, that hamper the reinforcement of these civil engineering structures. To tackle the barriers, we developed a roadmap that gives more insight in the steps for strengthening these structures. In addition, lessons learned from current strengthening projects on civil engineering structures are used to further optimize the overall programming of these structures within DFPP, and to enhance the knowledge transfer and uptake within the triple helix.
Analisis Bibliometrik dengan VOSViewer pada Tren Penelitian Industri Hospitality : Studi Kasus Bidang Pemasaran Hotel
Authors: Wisnawa I Made Bayu
Published: July 2024

Studi ini bertujuan untuk mengidentifikasi dan menganalisis tren dalam penelitian pemasaran hotel, menelaah dinamika ko-kolaborasi penulis, dan mengeksplorasi ko-kejadian kata kunci melalui analisis bibliometrik menggunakan VOSviewer dari tahun 2003 hingga 2023. Metode yang digunakan melibatkan pendekatan multi-tahap dengan menggunakan Publish or Perish, Google Scholar, Excel, dan VOSviewer untuk ekstraksi data dan analisis tren. Hasil menunjukkan pertumbuhan signifikan dalam publikasi, menonjolkan ekspektasi pelanggan, kualitas layanan, dan inovasi sebagai topik penelitian utama. Penelitian ini mengungkapkan puncak publikasi sebelum mengalami penurunan yang sedikit, yang mungkin disebabkan oleh dinamika pasar atau peristiwa global seperti pandemi. Keterbatasan meliputi ketergantungan pada basis data yang tersedia, yang mungkin menghilangkan literatur yang relevan, dan tidak mencerminkan kualitas penelitian. Penelitian masa depan harus memperluas basis data untuk pandangan yang lebih komprehensif, berfokus pada dampak penelitian terhadap praktik industri dan kebijakan, serta mendalami hubungan antara inovasi teknologi dan keberhasilan pemasaran.
IMPLEMENTASI PROGRAM BANTUAN RUMAH LAYAK HUNI KEPADA MASYARAKAT KURANG MAMPU TAHUN 2019 - 2023 (Studi Di Desa Gunung Sari Kecamatan Bonegunu Kabupaten Buton Utara)
Authors: Sulandari  , Ambo Upe  , Aryuni Salpiana Jabar
Published: July 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk : (1) Untuk menjelaskan implementasi program rumah bantuan dalam memahami rumah layak huni di Desa Gunung Sari Kecamatan Bonegunu Kabupaten Buton Utara. (2) untuk mengetahui perubahan kondisi kebutuhan perumahan pada masyarakat kurang mampu di Desa Gunung Sari Kecamatan Bonogunu Kabupaten Buton Utara. Metode penelitian yang dilakukan adalah penelitian kualitatif. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan informan berjumlah sebanyak 13 orang dipilih dengan teknik purposive. Data dalam penelitian ini di peroleh melalui observasi, wawancara dan studi dokumentasi. Data yang di peroleh kemudian di analisis secara kulitatif dengan model interaktif yang terdiri dari reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penerikan kesimpulan.  Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa 1) Implementasi program rumah bantuan berdasarkan sumber dananya berdasarkan sumber dana desa. Keteria masyarakat penerima program yaitu kelurga yang tidak mampu, berstatus tempat tinggal menumpang, memiliki KTP dan KK, digunakan oleh Tim Survey Desa, dan di serujui oleh Tim Survey Kecamatan; dan 2) Perubahan kondisi kebutuhan perumahan pada masyarakat kurang mampu di Desa Gunung Sari Kecamatan Bonogunu Kabupaten Buton Utara Selanjutnya Implementasi pada  program bantuan  rumah tidak layak huni di Desa Gunung Sari berdasarkan hasil penelitian telah mencapai tujuan program yang diharapkan, yaitu tersedianya hunian yang layak bagi masyarakat berumah tidak layak huni, Penilaian kelayakan hunian dengan melihat pada penilaian empat indikator rumah layak huni yang dikemukakan oleh Badan Pusat Statistik tahun 2019 yaitu kecukupan luas tempat tinggal, akses air minum layak, akses sanitasi layak serta penilaian terhadap ketahanan bangunan yang meliputi atap, dinding dan lantai rumah
Людвиг Витгенштейн и антропологический опыт в картине мира
Authors: Кузнецов Андрей Владимирович , Римский Виктор Павлович
Published: July 2024

В эссе реализована цель проследить истоки концепта «картина мира» и роль Л. Витгенштейна в его возникновении в связи с проблемой антропологического опыта в рациональном познании. Выявлено, что Л. Витгенштейн первым ввёл концепт «картина мира» и выдвинул идею идентичности логической структуры языка онтологической логике мира, что и позволяет нам в простых логических высказываниях рационализировать эмпирические, наблюдаемые факты, связанные с экзистенцией и опытом человека. В ряде мыслительных систем, таких как искусство, этика и метафизика, язык обнаруживает порой бессмысленность, так как касается описания ненаблюдаемых (иррациональных) фактов, поэтому здесь лучше молчать (перед самим фактом возможной «бессмысленности языка»).
Design, Optimization, and Justification of RP-HPLC process for the Resolvation of Azelnidipine in bulk plus in Pharmaceutical Components
Authors: Latha M. , Annam Sri Charitha , Bhavani M. Durga , Kumar G. Ravi , Rao M. Subba
Published: July 2024

As part of this study, a new sensitive, convenient, accurate and robust reversed-phase high-performance liquid chromatography (RP-HPLC) method for the determination of azelidipine in pharmaceutical and tablet formulations was developed and validated. The three variables chosen were methanol concentration, flow rate, and pH in the mobile phase. Separation was performed using an HPLC method with a UV detector and a Chromosil C18 (250mm x 450mm). Methanol was pumped at a flow rate of 1.0mL/min and adjusted to pH 4.0 with dilute OPA (60:40% v/v) and pH 4.0 with potassium dihydrogen phosphate buffer (pH 4.0), 255nm.
Taking into account the influence of the choice of approach to the formation of an economic development strategy on the implementation of strategic processes: theoretical and methodological aspects
Authors: Tebekin Alexey
Published: July 2024

The relevance of the presented research is determined by the need to find effective strategic ways to bring the economy out of the current economic crisis.
The purpose of the presented research is to determine, from a theoretical and methodological perspective, the search for effective strategic ways to bring the economy out of the current economic crisis, based on the experience of solution options accumulated in the family of strategic management schools.
The scientific novelty of the results obtained lies in the demonstration of theoretical and methodological positions based on the historical example of the entry of the Japanese company Honda into the American car market and a comparative analysis of the description of this process by supporters of the design school and the school of strategic management education, who claim the truth when describing the reasons for the success of Honda in the American market , in the objective need to use, in conditions of an economic crisis, descriptive schools of strategic management, which involve a preliminary description of ongoing events in unstable, poorly predictable market conditions. Using a specific historical example, it is demonstrated that the use of prescriptive schools of strategic management ensures high efficiency only in economically stable market conditions.
The practical significance of the obtained results lies in the possibility of their use in the formation and implementation of strategies for overcoming the current economic crisis at the micro-, meso- and macroeconomic levels. In particular, this concerns the following aspects of strategic management: the choice of prescriptive and descriptive schools for the formation of management strategies is determined primarily by the level of economic stability in the economy; the perception of the management strategy itself as a strategy for the production and promotion of goods on the market; insufficient competence and diligence of customers, multiplied by the advertising of consulting successes on the market, leaves the latter with quite acceptable (from the point of view of the profitability of the services provided) market opportunities in the field of strategic management.
PRODUCTION OF LITHIUM CARBONATE FROM SPODUMENE CONCENTRATE OF KOLMOZERSKOYE DEPOSIT AND ITS USE IN SYNTHESIS OF SOLID ELECTROLYTE
Authors: Касиков А.Г. , Щелокова Е.А. , Куншина Г.Б. , Бочарова И.В. , Кузнецов И.А.
Published: July 2024

Представлены результаты по получению карбоната лития из очищенных от Al, Fe, Mg и Ca растворов от сернокислотного выщелачивания b-сподумена Колмозерского месторождения. Исследован процесс синтеза порошков твердых электролитов со структурой NASICON состава Li₁․₃Al₀․₃3Ti₁․₇(PO₄ )₃(LATP) с использованием Li₂СO₃, полученного в результате переработки сподуменового концентрата.

Preparation of lithium carbonate from spodumene concentrate of the Kolmozersky deposit and its use in the synthesis of solid electrolyte. The results on the preparation of lithium carbonate from solutions purified from Al, Fe, Mg and Ca from sulfuric acid leaching of b-spodumene of Kolmozerskoye deposit were presented. The process of synthesis of solid electrolyte powders with NASICON structure of composition Li₁․₃Al₀․₃3Ti₁․₇(PO₄ )₃(LATP) using Li₂СO₃ obtained from spodumene concentrate processing was investigated.
The Effects of Prenatal Depression Levels on Prenatal Attachment: The Moderating Role of Childhood Trauma Experiences
Authors: Akdağ Topal Cansu , Mert Karadaş Merve , Karakurt İrem , Boztepe Handan
Published: July 2024

Objective: This study was conducted to determine the effects of childhood traumas (ACE) and prenatal depression (BECK) on prenatal attachment. Materials and Methods: The study population consisted of 277 women in Ankara, Turkey who were pregnant from 05/01/2022 to 09/01/2022. The pregnant women in the sample were administered the prenatal attachment scale, prenatal depression scale, and childhood trauma scale. The data were analyzed using the descriptive statistics and quantile regression analysis. Results: The women's childhood trauma experiences mean score was 2.25±1.47 (min-max: 0.00-6.00), prenatal attachment mean score was 42.50±9.82 (min-max: 21.00-67.00), and depression mean score was 7.44±8.45 (min-max: 0.00-37.00). In terms of tau values, the R2 values for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd quantile values were found to be 0.014, 0.016 and 0.007, respectively. According to these results, while the BECK variable was statistically significant for tau=0.25, the ACE variable was not. In the model, the BECK and ACE variables are statistically significant for tau=0.50 but not for tau=0.75. Conclusion: Our study has demonstrated that prenatal attachment levels can be negatively impacted by childhood traumas and prenatal depression. By taking necessary precautions and implementing programs, it is possible to positively impact prenatal attachment.
Investigating Yield Dynamics and Economic Benefits of Maize-Wheat Based Cropping System under mid hill conditions of Himachal Pradesh, India
Authors: Raveena  , Kumar Rameshwar , Rushali  , Singh Shweta
Published: July 2024

A two-year field experiment was carried out during 2020-2021 and 2021-2022 to find out the impact of natural and organic farming techniques on the productivity and profitability of the maize-wheat based cropping system. The experiment was conducted in randomized block design, replicated thrice and comprising of thirteen treatments viz., T1 - Maize + Lobia - Wheat + Gram and jeevamrit spray at 14 days interval, T2 - Maize + Lobia - Wheat + Gram and jeevamrit spray at 21 days interval, T3 - Maize + Lobia – Wheat + Gram and jeevamrit spray at 28 days interval, T4 - Maize + Soybean - Wheat + Lentil and jeevamrit spray at 14 days interval, T5 - Maize + Soybean - Wheat + Lentil and jeevamrit spray at 21 days interval, T6 - Maize + Soybean - Wheat + Lentil and jeevamrit spray at 28 days interval, T7 - Maize (sole) - Wheat (sole) and jeevamrit spray at 14 days interval, T8 - Maize (sole) - Wheat (sole) and jeevamrit spray at 21 days interval, T9 - Maize (sole) - Wheat (sole) and jeevamrit spray at 28 days interval, T10- Maize + Lobia – Wheat + Gram (Organic), T11- Maize + Soybean - Wheat + Lentil (Organic), T12- Maize sole - Wheat sole (Organic) and T13- Maize sole - Wheat sole (Absolute control). The findings indicated that adopting organic farming techniques led to significantly higher maize equivalent yield of the system and there was an increment in the system equivalent yield of T4 by 118.96%, 131.84%, 143.66% and 126.94% in the 1st year of experimentation and 112.43%, 137.98%, 157.66% and 114.42% system in the 2nd year of experimentation over sole treatments (T7 , T8 , T9 and T12, respectively). Similarly, organic farming practices also proved to be better in terms of various economic indicators, including gross returns, net returns and benefit cost ratio as well as profitability of the system.
Una comictiva con José CampoH
Authors: Peña-Ortega Javier , Oz
Published: July 2024

Entrevista dibujada con José Campo, quien es artista, gestor, investigador, caricaturista, docente y coautor de diferentes publicaciones, entre las que destaca Historia de Indias, la primera novela gráfica colombiana.
Una conversación con Powerpaola sobre su cosmovisión comiquera: pinceladas telepáticas, diálogos artísticos y encuentros inter-especies
Authors: Wrobel Jasmin
Published: July 2024

En esta entrevista, la historietista colombiana-ecuatoriana Powerpaola habla de las múltiples funciones que el dibujo y la pintura desempeñan en su vida, y de la función que la vida misma desempeña en su arte. Concibiendo la práctica artística como una forma de conectar con el mundo—con los seres humanos, la naturaleza y los animales por igual—, la artista habla de sus diálogos artísticos, sus colaboraciones, su cosmovisión y sus recientes experiencias como profesora invitada en la Universidad Libre de Berlín.
Trazos del cómic colombiano: Cien años de identidad
Authors: Gómez Gutiérrez Felipe , Guerra Pablo , Álvarez Peña Laura Valentina
Published: July 2024

Este número especial surge con el reto de ofrecer una visión panorámica completa y diversa del cómic colombiano, examinando contextos históricos, exploraciones temáticas y las contribuciones de figuras clave dentro de la industria. La colección de ensayos y entrevistas que presentamos—en formatos textuales, visuales e híbridos—ofrece una perspectiva multifacética de cómo los cómics han reflejado y moldeado culturas, historias e identidades colombianas.
Penguatan Nasionalisme melalui Kebhinekaan Global, Literasi Numerasi dan Motivasi Berwirausaha Pada Anak-Anak Pekerja Migran Indonesia
Authors: Hidayah Khusnul , Ratih Rina
Published: July 2024

Anak-anak Pekerja Migran Indonesia (PMI) tersebar di berbagai wilayah Malaysia. Permasalahan yang dihadapi oleh anak-anak PMI ini adalah ketiadaan dokumen resmi sehingga terbatas dalam mengakses pendidikan di Malaysia yang berakibat pada rendahnya kesadaran dimensi berkebinekaan global, minimnya literasi numerasi dan kurangnya motivasi berwirausaha. Dalam rangka mendukung kesadaran nasionalisme perlu ada upaya bagi anak-anak PMI yang tinggal di Malaysia. Tujuan kegiatan pengabdian ini adalah meningkatkan penguatan dimensi berkebhinekaan global dan penguatan literasi numerasi serta motivasi berwirausahaa bagi anak-anak Pekerja Migran Indonesia (PMI) di Sanggar Bimbingan Segambut, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Solusi kegiatan untuk menyelesaikan masalah adalah (1) pendampingan penguatan dimensi berkebhinekaan global dengan model pembelajaran berbasis Joyful Learning, (2) pendampingan penguatan literasi numerasi dan pendampingan berwirausaha bagi siswa. Metode pelaksanaannya adalah ceramah, pelatihan, praktik, dan pendampingan. Kegiatan dilaksanakan pada bulan November 2023 di Sanggar Bimbingan Segambut, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Kegiatan diikuti oleh anak-anak peserta Tingkat Sekolah Dasar sebanyak 29 siswa. Hasil dan Dampak kegiatan berdasarkan pretes dan postest, (1) peserta siswa kelas 1,2,3 mengalami peningkatan pengetahuannya tentang dimensi berkebinekaan global dan (2) peserta siswa kelas 4,5,6 mengalami peningkatan dalam keterampilan literasi numerasi dan mempunyai motivasi berwirausaha.
Correlation of Urinary Gamma Glutamyl Transferase to Creatinine Ratio with Albumin Creatinine Ratio in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Authors: Shazia Hameed  , Khan Mahnoor , Ustrana Shahjahan
Published: July 2024

Background: Diabetic Nephropathy is one of the most serious outcomes of Diabetes Mellitus worldwide. As tubular injury precedes albuminuria, tubular enzyme Gamma Glutamyl Transferase (GGT) may serve as a more sensitive diagnostic biomarker for diabetic nephropathy.
Objective: To determine and correlate urinary Gamma Glutamyl Transferase to creatinine ratio with urinary albumin creatinine ratio (uACR) in Type 2 diabetics based on gender.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was undertaken at Shaikh Zayed Hospital from March 2022 to April 2023. A total of 100 male and female participants were included in this study. The study participants included 75  type 2 diabetics and 25 controls. The diabetic group was subdivided into normoalbuminuric and microalbuminuric based on urinary albumin creatinine ratio.  All subjects' fasting blood glucose, urinary albumin, urinary creatinine, and urinary GGT levels were measured on the automated chemistry analyzer. The data was analyzed by SPSS version 24. “t-test” was used to compare the variables between different groups. The Pearson correlation test was used to establish the correlation between Gamma Glutamyl Transferase to creatinine ratio and uACR.
Results: Urinary GGT (uGGT) levels were significantly higher in all type 2 diabetics as compared to controls (p <0.001). Both urinary albumin and uACR were raised in male diabetics (p<0.001) and female diabetics (p<0.005) as compared to controls, in male diabetics more increase was observed (p<0.001). A highly significant positive correlation was observed between uGGT:Creatinine ratio and uACR of all normoalbuminuric patients (‘r’ males=0.837 & females=0.919) and microalbuminuric patients (‘r’ males=0.600 & females=0.636) at p<0.001.
Conclusion: Urinary Gamma Glutamyl Transferase to creatinine ratio is positively correlated with urinary albumin creatinine ratio and may serve as a more sensitive biomarker than urinary albumin creatinine ratio in diabetic patients with renal damage.
Comparative analysis of Desarda and Lichtenstein Inguinal Hernia Repair Techniques
Authors: Rana Muhammad Hamza , Shafiq Ahmed , Khan Muhammad Sarim , Rasheed Zakariya , Ashraf Sardar , Bibi Sarwat
Published: July 2024

Background: Inguinal hernia repair is the most commonly done procedure on the surgical floor these days.
Objective: The study aims to evaluate and compare two different inguinal hernia repair techniques in terms of preoperative and postoperative measures.
Methods: A comparative cross-sectional study was conducted in the department of Surgery, Aziz Fatimah Hospital from June 27, 2021, to March 02, 2022, using a consecutive sampling non-probability sampling technique. The demographic profile and characteristics of the hernia along with per operative and post-operative variables were collected and analyzed in SPSS 25 using the independent t-test.
Results: The patients admitted for the elective inguinal hernia procedure in the ward underwent two routinely done surgical procedures. The mean age of the study population was 37±11 years. The mean age and standard deviation of patients in Group A (Desarda repair) were 36.43±11.01 years and 37.43±11.05 years of patients in Group B (Lichtenstein repair). Less mean operative time and days to return to daily life activities were seen in Group A (Desarda repair) patients compared to Group B (Lichtenstein repair) patients. Moreover, the estimated cost of the Desarda operative procedure was also much less compared to the Lichtenstein repair.
Conclusion: The inguinal hernia repair technique Desarda is considered to be more effective and economical than the Lichtenstein repair in terms of per-operative and post-operative measures with less mean operative time, early return to normal activities, and cost-effectiveness.
Addressing the Brain Drain Crisis among Healthcare Professionals
Authors: Kashif Khan Kashif Khan , Anny Ashiq Ali
Published: July 2024

Many of our healthcare professionals are growing increasingly frustrated and experiencing various psychological conditions, leading to feelings of depression and stress within our society. This editorial will explore the reasons behind the brain draining of healthcare professionals in Pakistan.
Functional Visual Outcomes of Wearing Colored Filters in Patients with Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Authors: Syeda Baneen Jannat  , Shaheer Muhammad , Asima Rafique
Published: July 2024

Background: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) leads to a permanent decrease in vision, thus affecting the quality of life. Any intervention or modality that enhances the quality of vision and, in turn, quality of life is vital.  
Objective: To evaluate the functional benefits of wearing colored filters in patients with dry age-related macular degeneration.
Methods: The study was conducted from March to October 2023 after approval by the Ethical Review Board. Thirty-one patients above 50 years of age diagnosed with dry AMD at Mayo Hospital, Lahore, Pakistan, were selected using a non-probability convenient sampling technique. After informed consent, different color filters were placed in the patient’s glasses according to their compliance. Each eye was tested separately for contrast sensitivity (CS) and best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) before and two weeks after the filter placement. Contrast sensitivity was assessed using the Lea contrast Flip chart, and BCVA was assessed using the LogMar chart. A paired sample t-test was applied for data analysis. A p value of less than 0.05 was considered as statistically significant.
Results: Best corrected visual acuity in the right and left eye improved significantly from 1.00±0.41 to 0.72±0.25 (p=0.000) and from 0.96±0.43 to 0.72±0.30 (p=0.000), respectively after applying filters. However, changes in contrast sensitivity were not significant in the right eye (p=0.59) and left eye (p=0.39).
Conclusion: Using colored filters significantly improves the best corrected visual acuity, with no contrast sensitivity improvement. This shows that filters selectively impact functional vision in patients with dry age-related macular degeneration.
ORIGINAL SIN DALAM PERSPEKTIF KRISTEN: SUATU KAJIAN TEOLOGIS DAN ETIS
Authors: Bengu Renny Tade
Published: July 2024

Studi ini mendalami konsep dosa asal dalam perspektif teologis dan etis Kristen, menyajikan analisis yang komprehensif tentang implikasi teologis dan praktisnya. Dengan menyajikan latar belakang historis dan teologis, menyoroti relevansi topik ini dalam konteks Kristen kontemporer. Metodologi penelitian melibatkan pendekatan teologis yang mencakup analisis Alkitab, pemikiran teologis, dan kajian literatur terkait. Dengan mengulas secara mendalam universalitas dosa, refleksi terhadap pandangan yang menolak dosa asal, dan hubungan antara dosa asal dengan kerusakan total manusia serta implikasinya dalam konteks dosa aktual. Studi ini juga menelusuri akibat dosa dan signifikansi salib Kristus dalam penebusan manusia dari dosa. Penelitian ini  menyoroti temuan kunci, menawarkan refleksi teologis, dan merangkum implikasi etis dalam kerangka pemahaman Kristen tentang dosa. Dengan menyatukan pendekatan teologis dan etis, penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi penting bagi pemahaman tentang dosa asal dalam teologi Kristen kontemporer.
MEMELIHARA BUMI: UPAYA PRAKTIS DALAM MENGAPLIKASIKAN NILAI-NILAI EKOTEOLOGI UNTUK PENGELOLAAN SUMBER DAYA ALAM
Authors: Halawa Iman Kristina , Situmorang Anen Mangapul
Published: July 2024

Kehidupan modern yang berkembang pesat telah menghadirkan tantangan baru dalam menjaga keseimbangan antara ekosistem alam dan kebutuhan manusia. Salah satu pendekatan yang semakin diakui adalah penggunaan nilai-nilai ekoteologi dalam pengelolaan sumber daya alam. Tulisan ini membahas upaya praktis dalam menerapkan nilai-nilai ekoteologi untuk melindungi dan mengelola sumber daya alam. Dengan menggunakan pendekatan interdisipliner, dengan menyajikan tinjauan konseptual dan beberapa studi kasus yang mengilustrasikan implementasi nyata dari nilai-nilai ekoteologi dalam berbagai konteks pengelolaan sumber daya alam.
The Impact of Coercive Control Legislation for Transgender People in Australia
Authors: Sylvian Aaron
Published: July 2024

Legislation criminalising coercive control in intimate relationships is being considered in Australia. Currently, there is no consensus on the contents of such legislation, let alone an understanding of how coercive control manifests in LGBTQ+ relationships, and even less data specifically concerning transgender relationships to inform this legislation. This article aims to review what is known so that before legislation is drafted, its effects on transgender people can be considered to make sure that their unique requirements are addressed. Targeted research on the experiences of coercive control in transgender people’s relationships is necessary to ensure their perspectives are considered in national legal responses. In addition, recommendations will be made for how to avoid further disadvantages for transgender people.
Quaternion Solution to the Problem of Optimal Control for Spacecraft’S Spatial Reorientation With Use of a Combined Quality Criterion Taking Into Account Energy Costs
Authors: Levskii Mikhail
Published: July 2024

Objective: This research focuses on economically controlling spacecraft motion to minimize energy costs during reorientation. It constructs an optimal control method that considers both control forces and rotational kinetic energy, aiming for efficient spatial reorientation. Methods: Utilizing the quaternion method and Pontryagin's maximum principle, the study devises a restricted control for optimal spacecraft turns. Analytical solutions are derived from differential equation relating orientation quaternion and angular velocity, with numerical simulations used for verification. Results: The study presents a solution to the optimal control synthesis problem for spacecraft reorientation, optimizing for minimal energy costs. Key properties of optimal solutions are formulated analytically, aiding in determining optimal control algorithm parameters. Mathematical modeling illustrates the process and practical feasibility of the designed method for attitude control. Conclusion: This research provides a comprehensive solution to spacecraft orientation optimal control, particularly beneficial for spacecraft equipped with electric-jet engines. The explicit control law improves efficiency and economizes spacecraft motion during orbit flight, contributing to smoother, continuous functions of time for both control functions and phase variables. The study's relevance lies in addressing the cost-effectiveness of spacecraft motion control, with potential for further research on optimal control with additional restrictions.
Analysis of China's Export Efficiency and Potential of Digital Products to RCEP Countries-based on the Stochastic Frontier Gravity Model
Authors: Zhang Wen
Published: July 2024

Objective: This paper analyzes the factors affecting China’s digital product exports to Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) countries, and puts forward relevant suggestions on this basis. It is hoped that China’s digital product exports to RCEP countries can be improved, and china’s international competitiveness in the digital field can be enhanced. Methods: This paper constructs a stochastic frontier gravity model to calculate the export efficiency, and analyzes the relevant factors affecting export efficiency based on the export efficiency model. Results: China’s overall export efficiency of digital products to RCEP countries is relatively high. China’s digital product trade with RCEP countries is positively affected by the GDP of the two countries, the population size of the RCEP countries, whether the two countries have a common language and whether they are adjacent to each other, and negatively affected by China’s population size and the geographical distance between the two countries. In addition, signing a free trade agreement, improving the level of digital infrastructure, intellectual property rights, tariff freedom, and government spending can effectively improve the efficiency of digital product export trade, while commercial freedom and monetary freedom have a suppressive effect on the efficiency of digital product trade. Conclusion: China can promote the export of digital products by signing free trade agreements and strengthening investment cooperation in digital infrastructure and intellectual property assistance with RCEP countries. Exporting countries can promote trade cooperation with other countries by moderately reducing tariffs and increasing government investment.
Exploring an Africentric High School Cohort from the Parents’ Perspectives
Authors: Hudson Karen , Hamilton-Hinch Barb , Harkins Mary Jane , Barchuk Zhanna , Seselja Diana
Published: July 2024

In Canada, the Black population is the third-largest racially visible group, yet students of African descent continue to face inequities in Canadian school systems. Students of African descent can benefit from learning from an Africentric perspective that cultivates their well-being and achievement while centring their lived experience as a person of African descent. As research demonstrates the significance of parental involvement in Africentric education, the purpose of this study was to explore an Africentric High School Cohort from the perspective of parents of the students of African descent in this Cohort. Based on the conceptual framework of Nguzo Saba, the theoretical framework of Africentric education, and critical race theory, a thematic analysis of the findings was conducted. The findings are discussed under the themes of parental engagement, positive youth development, and addressing challenges. Recommendations are suggested for future Africentric cohorts. Keywords: Africentric cohort, Africentric education, Nguzo Saba, critical race theory, people of African descent, Black people, African Nova Scotians, parents’ perspectives
On the identity and nomenclature of a climbing bamboo Melocalamus macclellandii
Authors: Naithani Harsh , Kandwal Manish
Published: July 2024

Bentham in the year 1881 described a monospecific climbing bamboo genus Melocalamus. After hundred years later in 1983 the second species M. elevatissimus Hsueh & Yi was described from Tibet. At present its 15 species and one variety known from the world, three species from India. The genus was later merged with Dinochloa Buse. However, at present both are considered distinct. A species Dinochloa macclellandii initially described on vegetative characters which was subsequently transferred under Melocalamus and a combination Melocalamus macclellandii (Munro) Naithani was proposed. The present paper discusses the identity of M. macclellandii. Distinguishing characters for the genera have been provided, the epithet Melocalamus macclellandii (Munro) Naithani has been retained. Colour photographs, illustration and descriptions of the floral parts have now been provided for the first time.
Criminalization of the criterion “committing a crime by an organized group of persons” as part of tax evasion by an organization
Authors: Собина Ю.Ю.
Published: July 2024

В статье рассматриваются вопросы дифференциации уголовной ответственности за уклонение от уплаты налогов организацией с учетом групповых форм его совершения, проанализированы и установлены существенные отличия двух форм соучастия: «по предварительному сговору группой лиц» и «организованной группой лиц». На основе судебно-следственной практики проанализированы особенности квалификации налоговых преступлений, совершенных в соучастии, предлагаются законодательные изменения уголовно-правовой нормы, предусмотренной ст. 199 УК РФ, обоснована целесообразность криминализации признака «организованной группы» в составе уклонения организации от уплаты налогов.

The given article examines the issues of differentiation of criminal responsibility for tax avoidance by an organization, taking into account group forms of its commission, analyzes and establishes significant differences between two forms of complicity: “by prior conspiracy by a group of persons” and “an organized group of persons.” Based on forensic investigative practice, there are analyzed the features of the qualification of tax crimes committed in complicity, provided legislative changes to the criminal norm of an Article 199 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation, and substantiated the expediency of criminalizing the sign of an “organized group” in the tax avoidance of an organization.
Optimization of autonomous driving image detection based on RFAConv and triplet attention
Authors: Ling Zhipeng , Xin Qi , Lin Yiyu , Su Guangze , Shui Zuwei
Published: July 2024

YOLOv8 plays a crucial role in the realm of autonomous driving, owing to its high-speed target detection, precise identification and positioning, and versatile compatibility across multiple platforms. By processing video streams or images in real-time, YOLOv8 rapidly and accurately identifies obstacles such as vehicles and pedestrians on roadways, offering essential visual data for autonomous driving systems. The study introduces two pivotal modifications: the C2f_RFAConv module and the Triplet Attention mechanism. Firstly, the proposed modifications are elaborated upon in the methodological section. The C2f_RFAConv module replaces the original module to enhance feature extraction efficiency, while the Triplet Attention mechanism enhances feature focus. Subsequently, the experimental procedure delineates the training and evaluation process, encompassing training the original YOLOv8, integrating modified modules, and assessing performance improvements using metrics and PR curves. The results demonstrate the efficacy of the modifications, with the improved YOLOv8 model exhibiting significant performance enhancements, including increased MAP values and improvements in PR curves. Lastly, the analysis section elucidates the results and attributes the performance improvements to the introduced modules. C2f_RFAConv enhances feature extraction efficiency, while Triplet Attention improves feature focus for enhanced target detection.
AI-based financial transaction monitoring and fraud prevention with behaviour prediction
Authors: Xu Jiahao , Yang Tianyi , Zhuang Shikai , Li Huixiang , Lu Wenran
Published: July 2024

In this study, we explored the application of deep learning techniques for credit card fraud detection, aiming to improve the performance and reliability of anomaly detection methods in financial transactions. We first utilized the Isolation Forest algorithm, achieving a detection accuracy of 26% for the top 1000 transactions. Subsequently, we experimented with the Autoencoder algorithm, an unsupervised deep neural network model, which enhanced the detection accuracy to 33.6% in the best case, despite some fluctuations. However, the high imbalance in the dataset, with only 0.17% of transactions being fraudulent, poses a significant challenge. This study underscores the necessity for further experimentation and optimization of network structures and hyperparameters to achieve more stable and efficient fraud detection. The findings provide valuable insights and reference points for future research in the field of financial fraud detection using deep learning methodologies.
Enhancing the stability of Generative Adversarial Networks: A survey of progress and techniques
Authors: Ni Yuwei
Published: July 2024

This survey aims to comprehensively review and analyze the progress in enhancing the stability of generative adversarial networks (GANs). It systematically explores the evolution of GAN architectures, loss functions, and regularization techniques, focusing on their impact on training stability. In addition, this article briefly discusses the main challenges encountered during GAN training, such as mode collapse and vanishing/exploding gradients, and synthesizes various strategies and methods developed to alleviate these problems. Finally, the survey highlights the ongoing need for innovative solutions to improve the stability of GAN training and ensure its effective and robust application in various fields.