bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Diamond open access
Authors:   GRIPIC - Groupe de recherches interdisciplinaires sur les processus d’information et de communication, Langlais Pierre-Carl
Published: December 2024

Contrary to a widespread belief that open access publications are paid by their authors, a significant amount of scientific articles are published with no fees to both readers and authors (or “Diamond” model). In 2021, it is estimated that between 17,000 and 29,000 scientific journals rely on a Diamond model. 73% of the journals registered in the Directory of Open Access Journals charge no fee.

The Diamond model is attested on a world wide scale. It is especially prevalent in Latin America (95% of journals) following the emergence of large publicly-supported platforms, such as SciELO and Redalyc and to a lesser extent in Eastern Europe and South-East Asian countries like Indonesia. Diamond journals are frequently embedded in local communities of researchers, non-academic professionals and private citizens: they play an important role in the circulation of knowledge and in the preservation of linguistic diversity in science.

Diamond journals are an efficient economic model. The median cost per article is estimated at $200, or 1/6th of the expenses of commercial journals. Most of their funding is covered by a variety of non-commercial support: recurrent funding, grants, technical support, volunteer work. Diamond journals are also less productive than commercial journals. They represent a lower output of academic articles overall, making up less than half of all publications indexed by the Directory of Open Access Journals.

While the concept of “diamond journal” was only introduced in 2011, community-owned scientific journals have a long history. A variety of common-based structures from subsidized university publishers to volunteer-run cooperatives have existed for decades and been revived by the development of open science in the late 1990s. Reliance on communities is one of the main strengths of Diamond journals.

Although they are measurably a major model of open science publishing, diamond journals have long been little acknowledged by academic policies and funders. Leading indexes like the Web of Science or Scopus tend to favor commercial publications. Archiving has been identified as a major concern, as several publications can remain unnoticed from the main preservation initiatives.

In 2022, new national and international policies, such as the UNESCO recommendation on open science, or the action plan for diamond Open Access supported by cOAlition S aims to support the development of Diamond journal. Diamond journals are increasingly part of an emerging ecosystem of “scientific commons” alongside open science infrastructures, free academic software, open data programs or open metrics.
Strategi Komunikasi Pemasaran Terpadu Pelaku UMKM ITC Cempaka Mas di Era Digital
Authors: Selvi Selvi  , Salman Salman
Published: December 2024

Technological developments that continue to increase cause people's consumption behavior to switch to online shopping. This research wants to find out how the strategies of MSME actors survive in the online era by conducting interviews with MSME actors at ITC Cempaka Mas regarding the strategies implemented in order to survive in the digital era. This research uses a case study method with a descriptive qualitative approach. The main concepts used in this study are marketing communications and personal selling. The findings in this study are that MSME players at ITC Cempaka Mas can survive in the era of online onslaught by applying the concepts of marketing communications and personal selling. In addition, MSME actors choose to maintain offline stores and for future plans, MSME actors will open online stores because MSME actors realize the potential that online stores can reach a wide target audience and increase sales.
Estudio valorativo de accesibilidad y barreras urbanas para personas con discapacidad visual en Guadalajara, Jalisco (México)
Authors: García Ornelas J. , Vázquez Espínola R.
Published: December 2024

Las personas con ceguera tienen derechos legales inherentes y, aunque la sociedad reconozca estos derechos, no garantiza su cumplimiento porque, a menudo, estos derechos son vulnerados y no se respetan adecuadamente. En este contexto, este estudio se enfoca en comprender las necesidades tecnológicas y del entorno de las personas ciegas con apoyo de la organización Invidentes Unidos de Jalisco A. C. (Iujac) con el fin de identificar áreas de mejora y oportunidades para desarrollar tecnologías, servicios y recomendaciones que promuevan la autonomía y la calidad de vida de esta población. El estudio identifica, de manera específica, la accesibilidad y usabilidad de las aplicaciones móviles y tecnologías utilizadas por personas con discapacidad visual, así como las situaciones del entorno urbano que afectan negativamente a la movilidad de estas personas. Asimismo, establece las bases para proponer recomendaciones a instancias gubernamentales, la sociedad civil y desarrolladores de tecnología, enfocadas a implementar estándares de accesibilidad y diseño. La metodología utilizada se apoya en la selección de una muestra aleatoria de 35 personas, 11 mujeres y 24 hombres, con edades entre 10 y 48 años, miembros de la organización de invidentes. Se realizaron entrevistas semiestructuradas del 1 de noviembre del año 2023 al 25 de marzo del año 2024, en cuatro áreas temáticas: precauciones para la movilidad, identificación de lugares de riesgo específicos, deficiencias de la tecnología y servicios urbanos, y accidentes comunes. La información obtenida en las entrevistas fue analizada y clasificada, y, con esa información, se hacen recomendaciones a la sociedad civil y al gobierno, con la idea de aportar mejoras a la equidad y derechos de las personas con discapacidad visual.
«La forma en que nos tratan refleja cómo nos ven»: aspectos que contribuyen a las desigualdades sociales sufridas por las personas con discapacidad visual, un estudio cualitativo
Authors: Hernández Padilla M. L. , Arias Valencia S.A.
Published: December 2024

Las personas con discapacidad visual encuentran múltiples barreras en su experiencia cotidiana, lo que las coloca en situación de desventaja social en comparación con las personas sin problemas de visión. Estas barreras se ponen de manifiesto en el ejercicio de sus derechos, así como en un acceso limitado a los mismos, en situaciones que se perciben como injustas o desiguales. El objetivo de la presente investigación es comprender cómo se configuran las desigualdades en el caso de las personas con discapacidad visual, partiendo de prácticas y percepciones de justicia/injusticia, y cómo se plasman dichas desigualdades en relación con el acceso a bienes y servicios materiales. Se realizó un estudio monográfico de carácter etnográfico en una institución comunitaria de Bucaramanga, Colombia, centrado en los procesos de rehabilitación e inclusión social que afectan a las personas con discapacidad visual, así como a sus familias. Se realizaron 22 entrevistas semiestructuradas y 37 ejercicios de observación participativa, documentados en un diario de campo. Las categorías emergentes fueron (1) la familia puede ser tanto un obstáculo como una ayuda a la hora de superar las injusticias sociales, (2) la discapacidad visual es una etiqueta que se encuentra en el entorno, en la forma en que es reconocida por la sociedad, y (3) de la exclusión social a una inclusión ofrecida de manera voluntaria. Nuestros resultados indican que las desigualdades se configuran, ante todo, con relación a la forma en que aquellos que están cercanos a las personas con discapacidad visual las perciben y actúan en relación con ellas, configurando escenarios de injusticia cultural (falta de reconocimiento). Parte de los significados y prácticas que las personas adoptan se basan en la visión que tienen de un cuerpo que se estima que está fuera del canon de la normalidad y en el no reconocimiento de una ciudadanía plena, lo que condiciona prácticas discriminatorias (como la caridad e infantilización), estigmatizantes y excluyentes. La inclusión social de este grupo de población está mediatizada por la sensibilidad de las personas videntes, situación que condiciona que el acceso a los derechos y el pleno goce de los mismos sea una cuestión de voluntad.
Aplicaciones educativas accesibles para alumnado con discapacidad visual que usan revisor de pantalla
Authors: Cambronero Serentill G. , Corbella Roqueta M. T.
Published: December 2024

Presentamos una propuesta de aplicaciones web app accesibles para el alumnado con discapacidad visual que utiliza revisor de pantalla. Una actividad de animales y una actividad de números. Estas aplicaciones, desarrolladas con el entorno de programación de Ionic, están acompañadas de una guía que anima al profesorado y al alumnado con nociones de programación a realizar modificaciones en el código fuente de la aplicación para obtener ligeras variaciones en las apps. Estas aplicaciones también pretenden ser una plantilla para la obtención de nuevas apps accesibles y así ampliar los recursos disponibles para el alumnado con discapacidad visual. Estas aplicaciones también son una alternativa accesible a los alumnos que se inician en la programación en sus centros escolares y que no pueden usar App Inventor u otros recursos no accesibles.
«Conectando familias»: intervención multidisciplinar
Authors: Díaz González A. C. , Marín Cano C. , Díaz Navarro D. V. , Morales Marrero M.
Published: December 2024

«Conectando familias» es un proyecto que permite a padres y/o tutores legales adquirir herramientas que fomentan la autonomía, el desarrollo de habilidades sociales y el ajuste a la discapacidad de sus hijos. Dicho proyecto surge de la experiencia y análisis de las vivencias de las familias con hijos con discapacidad visual en etapa educativa. «Conectando familias» busca atender las necesidades mediante el acompañamiento, el asesoramiento y la planificación de actividades. La apuesta metodológica se basa en la educación inclusiva de calidad, en la que se fomenta una coordinación entre la familia, el equipo educativo y la ONCE, favoreciendo la acción conjunta, por lo que se propone un proyecto multidimensional y multidisciplinar. Asimismo, este proyecto tiene como principal objetivo la creación de una comunidad en la que se generen vínculos y espacios de reunión, donde se establezca una red de apoyo que permita a las familias y a sus hijos sentirse acompañados, seguros y arropados. Por ello, se pretende que sea un proyecto continuo en el tiempo, que avance acompañando a los que ya participan en él y a las familias de nueva incorporación.
Yo decido, yo participo: intervención profesional para propiciar la participación de personas con discapacidad asociada a la visual en las elecciones internas de la ONCE en Mallorca
Authors: Ochogavía Mayol M.
Published: December 2024

En la Organización Nacional de Ciegos Españoles (ONCE) se eligen cada cuatro años, entre las personas afiliadas, a los representantes de los órganos de gobierno de forma democrática. Entre ellas, hay un grupo con discapacidades asociadas a la visual, con igual derecho a participar en sus procesos electorales internos, que requieren de un mayor apoyo. La experiencia que se presenta se basa en un proceso de intervención profesional, el cual pretende facilitar a las personas de este colectivo el acudir a votar si lo desean. Con la convocatoria de elecciones en la ONCE, se inicia un trabajo que incluye ofrecerles información ajustada a sus capacidades y competencias, así como el acompañamiento a la persona y a su familia y/o persona de apoyo para que realmente sea una participación reflexionada. Tender puentes para evitar barreras físicas, comunicacionales, actitudinales, jurídicas, cognitivas... es el eje transversal de todo el proceso de intervención realizado. La coordinación con recursos externos referentes de estas personas afiliadas es muy importante: ellos son los profesionales con quienes comparten su día a día y los conocedores reales de sus potencialidades, limitaciones y necesidades; por tanto, el trabajo en red es fundamental.
Neurofibromatosi e ipertensione arteriosa: alla ricerca della causa
Authors: Ricci Salima , Spagnoli Cristina , Caponi Laura , Pugliese Fabrizio
Published: December 2024

The paper describes the case of a 6-year-old girl with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) who was diagnosed with significant arterial hypertension during a routine check-up. After initial ineffective therapy and inconclusive investigations, an angio-CT revealed renal artery stenosis. Ballooning treatment improved blood pressure control. The case highlights the importance of monitoring blood pressure in NF1 patients and investigating suspected renovascular hypertension.
Una diagnosi precoce di coartazione aortica e sindrome di Williams
Authors: Mazza Silvia , Corona Laura , Atzei Alessandra , Fanos Vassilios , Neroni Paola
Published: December 2024

A newborn diagnosed with severe aortic coarctation underwent surgical repair but developed re-coarctation and pulmonary artery narrowing. Persistent eyelid oedema and dysmorphic features led to a suspicion of Williams Syndrome, confirmed through genetic testing. This syndrome, caused by a chromosome 7 microdeletion, involves cardiovascular and multivessel abnormalities and necessitates close monitoring and prompt intervention.
R2SC: sistema RBAC baseado em contrato inteligente
Authors: Vargas Dias Lucas , Rizzetti Tiago Antonio , Brignol Wagner , Neves Canha Luciane
Published: December 2024

Devido a popularidade da tecnologia Blockchain, existem uma diversidades de aplicações em diferentes contextos. Essa é uma tecnologia que permite uma comunicações confiável entre entidades não-confiáveis sem uma terceira parte centralizada. Além disso, a Blockchain é uma sequência cronológica de blocos ligados através do hash de cada um deles. Essa característica garante a integridade e imutabilidade dos dados. Adicionalmente, a Blockchain é uma grande tecnologia para armazenamento de dados como regras de controle de acesso. Este trabalho utiliza a Blockchain para fornecer um framework aplicando o conceito de Contrato Inteligente para um sistema de controle de acesso baseado em papéis (RBAC). Esse é o Sistema RBAC baseado em Contratos Inteligentes (R2SC). Também, o trabalho usa o framework Truffle para testar as funcionalidades do Contrato Inteligente. Em contrapartida aos trabalhos relacionados, o R2SC apresenta escalabilidade.
Prevenção de ataques de injeção de regras de fluxo em SDNs utilizando Blockchains
Authors: Ama Ramon Amorim dos Santos Delgado , Rosset Valério
Published: December 2024

Devido a característica de programabilidade das Redes Definidas por Software (SDNs) tanto o software de controle como as aplicações de rede estão sujeitos a ataques, como por exemplo a injeção de regras de fluxo falsas. Desse modo, existe uma necessidade de se investigar soluções alternativas que permitam a verificação de integridade, autenticidade, corretude e acordo sobre o conjunto de regras de fluxo a serem implantadas nos comutadores. Nesse contexto, a distribuição segura de regras de fluxo pode ser implementada por meio de Registros Distribuídos (DLs), mais especificamente utilizando a tecnologia de Blockchains (BCs). Esta tecnologia permite a manutenção de um registro de informações de forma distribuída e colaborativa entre os participantes, sendo estes os responsáveis pela integridade e validação dos dados inseridos. Tendo isso em vista esse artigo apresenta uma proposta de um modelo integrado utilizando BC para suporte a segurança para a distribuição e estabelecimento de regras de fluxo em SDNs. O modelo proposto foi validado em ambiente emulado. Os resultados mostraram que o modelo proposto é eficaz contra ataques baseados em técnicas de injeção de pacotes.
Uma investigação sobre os operadores genéticos no Algoritmo Evolutivo aplicado ao Problema do Percurso do Cavalo.
Authors: Oliveira Nascimento Murielly , Regina Soares Brasil Christiane
Published: December 2024

A Computação Bioinspirada é uma área de pesquisa focada no desenvolvimento de técnicas inspiradas em fenômenos da natureza para a solução de problemas de otimização computacional, classificados como problemas NP. Neste trabalho, oAE (Algoritmo Evolutivo) é implementado para a solução do Problema do Percurso do Cavalo (PPC). Este algoritmo é baseado na Teoria Evolucionista de Darwin, em especial, a Seleção Natural. O PPC, por sua vez, é um famoso problema combinatório, que pode ser utilizado para o aprimoramento ou desenvolvimento de algoritmos e para a solução de outrosproblemas, como a criptografia de imagens. Leonhard Euler foi o primeiro a estudá-lo formalmente. O PPC consiste em encontrar uma sequência demovimentos—realizados pela peça de xadrez correspondente ao cavalo—que percorra todo o tabuleiro sem visitar uma casa mais de uma vez. Portanto, este trabalho teve como objetivo implementar o AE para a solução do PPC, melhorando os resultados encontrados na literatura, pormeio da implementação de novos operadores (seleção,mutação) e a inicialização central. O primeiro operador foi baseado na exploração de um campo de busca maior pormeio do cruzamento de pais dissimilares;o segundo, na troca de genes (casas do percurso) por vizinhos válidos e o terceiro, foi utilizada a inicialização na casa central (ou aproximada) do tabuleiro. Os experimentosmostraram que o AE implementado foi capaz de resolver o PPC para tabuleiros nxn, com 5 ≤ n ≤ 20.
MQTT Poller: um arcabouço endógeno para avaliação de desempenho do protocolo MQTT em larga escala
Authors: Da Cunha Diogo Maciel , Spohn Marco Aurélio
Published: December 2024

O MQTT é um protocolo da camada de aplicação com suporte à comunicação síncrona e assíncrona entre clientes. Eleemprega um servidor (broker) intermediário entre os clientes e um sistema de tópicos no processo de envio e recepção de mensagens. Graças à sua simplicidade e baixo custo de controle, ele é comumente empregado no desenvolvimento deaplicações na Internet das Coisas (Internet of Things, IoT), sendo também do interesse de vários trabalhos de pesquisa como, por exemplo, os relacionados à escalabilidade do protocolo. Neste contexto, observa-se que há uma carência de instrumentos de avaliação de desempenho e orquestração de experimentos. Este trabalho apresenta um arcabouço para avaliação de desempenho do protocolo MQTT em uma infinidade de configurações e topologias de sistemas. Odesenvolvimento do arcabouço segue um modelo de comunicação endógeno (i.e., baseado no próprio esquema de tópicos do MQTT) para controle e interação entre os elementos da arquitetura. Partindo de uma ferramenta de avaliação dedesempenho de referência (MQTTLoader), permite-se configurar um cenário de avaliação que possibilite executar múltiplas instâncias dessa ferramenta, sob a coordenação de um orquestrador, em máquinas inclusive hospedadas em diferentes domínios administrativos. Um estudo de caso demonstra as funcionalidades e a praticidade em se utilizar oarcabouço para a realização de experimentos de avaliação de desempenho do MQTT.
Pothole Detection Web App: uma abordagem para detecção de buracos em pavimentos asfálticos utilizando YOLO
Authors: Peres Barbosa Jean Cássio , Dalla Rosa Francisco , Rieder Rafael
Published: December 2024

A detecção de buracos em pavimentos asfálticos é uma tarefa fundamental para a segurança em rodovias. Realizar este levantamento demanda tempo e recursos financeiros significativos. Um método automático para esta tarefa pode ajudar no Sistema de Gerenciamento de Pavimentos (PMS), agilizando processos de recuperação de rodovias e manutenção demateriais. Com isso em mente, este trabalho apresenta o Pothole Detection Web App, uma aplicação web inteligente para detectar buracos em pavimentos asfálticos utilizando a arquitetura YOLOv7-tiny. A solução permite realizar a identificação de buracos em pavimentos asfálticos por fotos, vídeos ou transmissões ao vivo. As imagens ou vídeos são enviados para um servidor web, onde o modelo de detecção é aplicado e os resultados são retornados para o usuário. Testes preliminares apontaram bons resultados, com precisão de 74% (F1-Score = 66%). A solução demonstrou ser capaz de detectar buracos e estimar dimensões dos defeitos com uma boa aproximação, em relatórios com informações organizadas. Além disso, mostrou ter bom desempenho para análise em tempo real, considerando diferentes navegadores.A abordagem pode atender tanto rodovias urbanas, usando internet, quanto rodovias abertas, usando comunicação com um servidor com rede local.
Análise comparativa do controle PID e MPC nos ambientes CartPole e LunarLander
Authors: Bueno Leandro Gabriel , Martins Samir Angelo Milani
Published: December 2024

Com o avanço tecnológico, sistemas cada vez mais complexos surgem, impulsionando a busca incessante por métodos de controle mais eficazes. Neste estudo, será explorado o controle de dois ambientes do Gymnasium: o LunarLander e o CartPole. O LunarLander representa uma simplificação da autonomia de veículos, enquanto o CartPole está intimamente ligado à robótica. O objetivo é aplicar o controle Preditivo Baseado em Modelo (MPC) e o controle Proporcional-Integral-Derivativo (PID) a esses ambientes, visando alcançar seus objetivos específicos. As técnicas empregadas demonstraram sucesso no controle dos ambientes, destacando a eficácia desses métodos em desafios complexos. Além disso, este estudo aborda diversos conceitos de engenharia, desde fundamentos físicos até identificação de sistemas, aproveitando-se de pacotes de Python para oferecer uma abordagem acessível tanto à academia quanto à indústria. Essa análise multidisciplinar promete contribuir significativamente para o avanço do conhecimento e aplicação prática no campo do controle de sistemas complexos.
Aprendizado de máquina na agricultura indoor: um mapeamento sistemático e taxonomia
Authors: Martini Bruno Guilherme , Victória Barbosa Jorge Luis
Published: December 2024

O presente artigo descreve um mapeamento sistemático dos trabalhos relacionados à aplicação de Aprendizado de Máquina na Agricultura Indoor. Esta pesquisa abrange buscas realizadas até março de 2024 nas bases IEEE Xplore, ACMDigital Library, Springer Library, Science Direct, Scopus, MDPI,Wiley e Taylor & Francis. A busca inicial resultou em10.149 artigos, dos quais foram selecionados 76 estudos para leitura completa após a aplicação dos critérios de inclusão e exclusão. Essa análise resultou na seleção de 36 artigos que foram estudados como intuito de responder às 9 questões depesquisa juntamente comuma proposta de taxonomia. Os principais resultados revelam que os artigos selecionados empregaram 43 técnicas diferentes de aprendizado de máquina. Além disso, constatou-se que nenhum estudo foi publicado antes do ano de 2018. Foram identificadas 26 informações distintas coletadas dos cultivos, observou-se o cultivo de 17 culturas diferentes e o emprego de 4 dispositivos para coleta das informações, entre outras informaçõesrelevantes. A análise dos artigos evidenciou uma clara tendência no uso de Aprendizado de Máquina na Agricultura Indoor.
Hydrogen generation from sodium borohydride solutions using different catalysts for the survival of living beings in the long-time space flights
Authors: İnger Erk
Published: December 2024

Hydrogen (H2), environmentally friendly effective energy carrier with the most advantageous combustion by-products, readily attained from borohydride (NaBH4) with higher hydrogen (H2) generation rates (HGRs) as safer than e other hydrates necessitating the use of various catalysts. The catalysts' performances are major factors in high HGR from NaBH4 regardless of hydrolysis or methanolysis reactions. The HGR is influenced by NaBH4 concentrations, reaction temperature, and the catalyst amounts. Nobel metals e.g., ruthenium (Ru), platinum (Pt), Rhodium (Rh) etc reported as highly effective catalysts for fast H2 production from NaBH4 solutions including ethanol, methanol, and ethylene glycol. Due to shortage and cost considerations of noble metals, transition metal-based catalysts e.g., cobalt (Co), nickel (Ni), and manganese (Mn) have gained great interest for H2 production from NaBH4 hydrolysis/alcoholysis. Metal nanoparticle-based catalysts, and their synthetic and natural polymer composites along with non-metallic catalyst including micro/nanogels, bulk hydrogels, cryogels, and polymeric ionic liquids (PILs) have been employed as catalysts in methanolysis/hydrolysis of NaBH4 to attain lower Ea and high HGR values. Therefore, in this review catalysts whether metal or non-metal used in H2 generation reactions will be surveyed, Moreover, space application of H2 energy systems with their commercial application for future use will be assessed.
Evaluating the Efficacy of Biopulping on Poplar Wood Chips Using the White-rot Fungus Trametes SP.
Authors: Bisht Mamta , Meena Priyanka
Published: December 2024

This study evaluated the novel application of the white-rot fungus Trametes sp. for biopulping of poplar wood chips as an environmentally-friendly alternative to chemical treatments. The isolated fungal strain Trametes sp. exhibited selective lignin degradation capabilities with high laccase production along with moderate xylanase and cellulase activities. The present experiment was conducted in three different mediums i.e. Solid (PDA), liquid (PDB), and liquid (PDB) + aeration. Among the mediums, solid-state conditions proved optimal and achieving 35.8% weight loss of poplar wood chips after 60 days treatment, significantly higher than PDB and PDB + aeration conditions. However, the lignin content decreased by 9.3 %, the cellulose remained largely intact at 38.9 % under solid culture, indicating the fungus’s selectivity towards delignification over cellulose degradation. The scanning electron microscopy (SEM) visually confirmed the colonization and disruption of wood vessels and parenchyma cells by the fungal hyphae. The fouriertransform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) analysis provided molecular evidence of substantial lignin degradation through diminished peaks corresponding to aromatic lignin components like guaiacyl and syringyl after fungal treatment. This pioneering use of Trametes sp. demonstrates promising biopulping potential by selectively removing lignin from wood chips while preserving cellulose. These results valorize this fungal strain for future industrial applications.
Taxonomic notes on spotted reef crab Carpilius maculatus (Linnaeus, 1758) of Andhra Pradesh Coastal waters
Authors: Vijay Kumar Ponnada , Babu D.E. , Singh Ranjeet , Shikha  , Tenali Diamond Rajakumar
Published: December 2024

Carpilius maculatus (Linnaeus, 1758) is categorized by a beautiful creamy ground color with symmetrically disposed 11 large red spots; four in a row along the posterior border, three across the middle area, and two behind each orbit on the carapace. The carapace is smooth, convex, and front with a lobate process divided into two lobules by a depression in the median. Anterolateral border entire, chelipeds very stout, unequal, and smooth. It has four blunts between the eyes. Present communication based on collected specimens from Visakhapatnam, Kakinada, Machilipatnam, and Veta Palem landing centers of the Andhra Pradesh coast.
Morphological and SSR marker-assisted parental polymorphism survey for drought tolerance in maintainer lines of hybrid rice (Oryza sativa L.)
Authors: Kavitha G.  , Sekhar M. Reddi , Senguttuvel P.  , Reddy D. Mohan , V.L.N. Reddy , M.B. Kalyani , Sudhakar P.
Published: December 2024

Drought stress is now a major abiotic factor influencing rice yield under the changing climatic conditions. IR58025B is one of the maintainer lines of the well-known WA CMS line (IR58025A) used in commercial rice hybrid production in India. The majority of rice hybrids are released for various ecosystem conditions using the three-line system. As a result, these derived rice hybrids suffer from drastic drop in yield under the conditions of moisture stress. To facilitate the efficient use of complex polygenic traits in hybrid rice molecular breeding research, we developed drought tolerant introgression lines in background of IR58025B by introgression of major QTL controlling grain yield under moisture stress into IR58025B by marker assisted backcrossing. To begin marker assisted back cross breeding for introgression of a desirable trait into a variety from the donor genotype, study of parental polymorphism is a pre-requisite. Unless the parents are polymorphic for the traits of interest, the further selection of plants carrying the traits of interest is not possible in the progenies. We screened all reported SSR primers linked to drought tolerance and observed RM 324 linked to qDTY2.1 and RM 520 linked to qDTY3.1 was polymorphic between Apo and IR58025B. Simultaneously we screened 300 full-genotype SSR markers covering entire genome and observed 88 SSR primers as polymorphic between IR58025B and Apo. After polymorphic survey, we evaluated Apo and IR5025B under moisture stress and control conditions and recorded significant differences among the parents. Apo performed well when compared to IR58025B for all the characters studied under stress conditions. Construction of a Linkage Map could be ensued procuring the generated genotyping data which could further avail QTL analysis and identification of markers linked to drought tolerance.
Phytoplankton diversity and water ecology of River Nun, Garhwal Himalaya, Uttarakhand
Authors: Ch Sangma Tengseng , Bisht Nisha , Singh Dhyal , Radha  , Choudhary Deenu
Published: December 2024

The present study evaluates the phytoplankton diversity along with physico-chemical characteristics in Nun River during a time period of October 2023 to March 2024. A total of 38 genera of phytoplankton belonging to 7 classes, 21 orders and 26 families were recorded. Phytoplankton in the river are represented by seven major classes, Bacillariophyceae (07), Chlorophyceae (16), Cyanophyceae (10), Trebouxiophyceae (2), Tubulinea (01) Ulvophyceae (01) and Chrysophyceae (01). The phytoplankton density was reported to be abundant at site 1 in January dominated by two classes Bacillariophyceae and Chlorophyceae ranged between 42 Unit1-1-262 Unit1-1 and 34 Unit1-1 -296 Unit1-1 respectively. Results showed the evenness index was varied between 0.88 to 0.98 this indicated that particular genus of the phytoplankton community is not evenly distributed in all sites and on the basis of Shannon weiner index value we accomplished that the water quality from Nun River can be accounted as moderately polluted to clean.
Toxicity of Ulcer disease of freshwater fishes and control aspects by tropical medicinal plant extracts in India
Authors: Mahapatra Antara , Biswas Paritosh
Published: December 2024

Most of the fish diseases are originated from the polluted water. To control the Ulcer disease of the Koi fish (Anabas testudineous), twelve (12) Plant extracts were tried. It is revealed that the treated Koi fishes of the Eucalyptus, Arjun and Muchkunda treated pots were alive up to fifty (50) days. Whereas, the Koi fishes of the Control potare expired within ten (10) days. Immunity power of the treated Koi fishes of Eucalyptus, Arjun and Muchkunda had been increased in many times by collecting the nutrients from the broth of the pots. These plant extracts are biogenic, biodegradable and least toxic to the Koi fishes as well as to the human beings. These plants are produced locally. Plant extracts are simple, unfixed formulation and can be prepared easily. It is an eco-friendly control measure of the toxic Ulcer disease of the Koi fishes. Eucalyptus is the best performer followed by Arjunand Muchkunda. Plant extract chemicals might have an active role as a fish vaccine substratum in the immunisation mechanism of the treated Koi fishes in their lengthy lives.
Effect of biofertilizer alone and in combination with inorganic fertilizers on growth and yield of cauliflower (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis L.)
Authors: Singh Jaimeet , Lohani Nidhi , Maurya Sanjeev , Vedprakash
Published: December 2024

At the instructional farm of the Centre for Agriculture and Farmers Development in Laxmipur, Shapur, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, a field experiment was carried out in Rabi, October 2022, and February 2023 to examine the impact of integrated nutrient management on the growth and yield of cauliflower (Brassica oleracea var. botrytis L.). In the present investigation, thirteen treatments and three replications were taken, and the results depicted that the treatment T12 (100% RDF (120:80:40 NPK) has significantly maximum values for growth characters such as number of Leaf Area (546.70 Cm2 ), Diameter of Stem (3.50 cm2 ), Chlorophyll content SPAD (72.40 cm2 ), yield (305 g dry weight). As compared to the others, T13 (Control) had the highest values for the physiological parameter (97.30 days needed to reach maturity), and T6 (50%RDF+vc) had the highest plant height (33.94 cm).
Challenges Of Palliative Care in Psychiatric Nursing: Perceptions from Erada and Mental Health Complex
Authors: Alhawsawi Afrah Mousa , Qesti Shahad Noman , Asiri Lamis Ahmad , Barnawi Zahrah Baker , Alamri Ibtisam Abdulaziz , Hawsawi Nafeesa Abdulelah
Published: December 2024

Background: Palliative care is a critical component of healthcare, aimed at improving the quality of life for patients with serious illnesses by addressing their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. In psychiatric nursing, palliative care presents unique challenges that require specialized approaches. This study explores these challenges from the perspectives of healthcare professionals at the Erada and Mental Health Complex. Methods: This study employed a cross-sectional quantitative research design to investigate the challenges faced by psychiatric nurses in providing palliative care at the Erada and Mental Health Complex. Data were collected using structured questionnaires distributed to a representative sample of 169 psychiatric nurses. The questionnaire included sections on personal demographics, challenges at different levels (hospital, personal, home/hospice), and strategies adopted to mitigate these challenges. Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS (v. 21, IBM Corp.) to identify significant patterns and correlations within the data. Results: The socio-demographic characteristics of the participants showed a diverse group in terms of age, gender, and experience. Significant challenges at the hospital level included limited psychiatric services (59.17%) and restricted access to allied health professionals (47.34%). Personal-level challenges were dominated by fears of infection transmission (56.21%) and commuting difficulties (53.25%). Challenges in home and hospice-based services included limited NGO services (47.34%) and reduced facility admissions (38.46%). Strategies to mitigate these challenges included the implementation of triage systems (65.09%), telemedicine (62.13%), educational sessions for staff (59.17%), and stockpiling necessary medications and equipment (71.01%). Conclusion: Addressing the challenges of palliative care in psychiatric nursing requires comprehensive strategies, including improved access to allied health professionals, robust telemedicine infrastructure, continuous professional development, and adequate resource allocation. Effective mitigation of these challenges demands sustained institutional support, national policy initiatives, and global awareness to ensure high-quality palliative care in psychiatric settings.
Kas yra vydūniškoji pasaulėžiūra? Jos įtakos, prielaidos bei aktualumas praeityje ir dabartyje
Authors: Snuviškis Tadas
Published: December 2024

The article aims to define the nature of Vydūnas’ worldview and to assess its relevance in the past and present. The main research objectives are to single out and describe the significant influences that affected the formation of Vydūnas’ worldview and to describe his worldview assumptions that have largely flowed from this. Based on the latest research on Vydūnas’ personality and creativity, the decisive influence of German culture on Vydūnas worldview is emphasized in the study. In the opinion of the author, the most unique and promising preconditions of Vydūnas’ worldview are his religious views, promotion of a healthy lifestyle and his dramatic works derived from his concept of humanity. Keywords: Vydūnas, idealism, pietism, consciousness, theosophy, Wilhelm Schuppe, Ernst Troeltsch.
Bangos teleologija, arba Vydūno mokymas korpuskuliarinės-banginės fizikos požiūriu
Authors: Gilmanov Vladimir
Published: December 2024

Vydūnas’s teleology is a serious cause for the cultural and civilizational “sobering of mind” in the growing dynamics of the modern world crisis. From the point of view of quantum mechanics, this is connected to the matter of the squared modulus of the wave function vector. Vydūnas’s thought is related to this vector in the way that everything real, including individual nations and cultures, is integrated into the universal process of anthropocosmic evolution: theosophy of being, interpreted through the special individual aspects of different cultures, is transformed into the anthroposophy of individual cultures-civilizations in their specific contribution to the overall development on the way “to a conscious spiritual unity” (V. Bagdonavičius). One can either agree or disagree with Vydūnas’s teleology, first of all, in such problematic areas as correlation of immanence and transcendence, openness or closedness of the future, freedom and necessity. Yet it is hardly doubtful that Vydūnas and Lithuanian cultural community as a whole could act as one of the most important initiators in the search for such a code for the future, so that “at the confrontation with the Great Mystery” (V. Bagdonavičius) all of us united by a common cultural space, including the Russians, would not be ashamed for the fact that the “true humanity”, to which Vydūnas calls us, has not been revealed in us. Keywords: teleology, wave, force, culture, true humanity.
Challenges and Strategies for Digital Transformation in Business Organizations: A Theoretical Model
Authors: Gautam Prashant
Published: December 2024

Incorporating both digital and physical systems, as well as the combination of the two, is what sets digital transformation apart. It is characterized by the rise of creative business structures and processes, as well as the establishment of smart consumer services and products. This paper analyzes the challenges faced by corporations during digital transformation (DT) and provides a theoretical framework for overcoming such challenges. The aim of this research is to review the basics of DT and the conditions under which it may take place. It also creates an algorithmic model for the transition of digital enterprises by classifying and organizing the challenges that develop throughout the implementation of DT. The article is aimed to provide light on the complex landscape of digital transformation among the 28 member states, which form the European Union. The study seeks to provide a full knowledge of the possibilities and challenges connected with this process of transformation.
Minorities at War, Part 2: Minority Agency in Times of Conflict
Authors: Palko Olena , Cârstocea Raul , Foster Samuel
Published: December 2024

This introduction provides an overview of the second part of thespecial issue titled “Minorities at War. Minority Agency in Timesof Conflict.” The articles in this issue underscore the role ofminority agency during times of conflict at the local, national, andregional levels. It examines how minorities self-organize inresponse to crises, the role of civic organizations and diasporas inproviding aid during wartime, and the impact of war on the creationand evolution of minority identities. Additionally, it explores theliving memories of past traumas among survivors and theirdescendants. The articles featured in this issue are based oncontributions originally presented at the BASEES Study Group forMinority History’s second official biennial symposium, “Minoritiesat War from Napoleon to Putin,” held at the New Europe College inBucharest, Romania, from 11-12 May 2023.
Art as an anchor – Art as re-creation: Parallels between artists’ productions and personal life adjustments in psychotherapy
Authors: Brostoff Erica , Mazzoleni Antonella
Published: December 2024

This article explores the relationship between art, psychoanalysis, and psychotherapy, using Modigliani’s artwork and Freud’s collection of carved heads as symbolic anchors. It delves into the first author’s personal journey of struggle, grappling with emotional absence, symbolised by the ‘dead mother’ concept, and the impact of thwarted artistic aspirations on her life. The article analyses the creative process of working and re-working in art and psychotherapy, drawing parallels between artistic expression and therapeutic engagement. Finally, the second author examines the role of art as a generational developmental theme and its capacity to provide solace, understanding, and a sense of shared humanity.
Identity as an archetype in psychotherapy
Authors: Guest Hazel
Published: December 2024

Identity is named as an archetypal energy and is linked to the works of Carl Jung and Abraham Maslow. The over-arching influence of archetypes in the human psyche is described with the aid of a simple map. Common psychological problems in relation to identity are discussed.
TINGKAT PEMAHAMAN GURU PJOK TERHADAP KURIKULUM MERDEKA BELAJAR DI SMP SEKECAMATAN KALINYAMATAN JEPARA
Authors: Khoirun Nisa' Fitrianti , Slamet Pratama Dani , Wiyanto Agus
Published: December 2024

Fitrianti Khoirun Nisa' "PJOK Teachers' Level of Understanding of the Independent Learning Curriculum in Middle Schools in the Kalinyamatan Jepara District". Supporting aspects of PJOK teachers' readiness to accept curriculum changes are teacher handbooks, teacher handbooks for students, related learning equipment and media, and existing school infrastructure. This research aims to determine PJOK teachers' understanding of KMB. This research uses a descriptive qualitative approach. This data collection was carried out using observation, interviews, and documentation. The data source for this research was obtained from PJOK SMP teachers. This research data analysis uses data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and concluding. The results that have been obtained by the author who has conducted research are that teachers have a fairly good understanding of prioritizing freedom in more innovative and responsive learning. Most teachers implement learning to encourage student creativity that suits students' interests and talents. However, teachers have several obstacles, one of which is facilities and infrastructure. The school continues to strive to support the existence of an independent learning curriculum.
Diálise e qualidade de vida: um estudo com pacientes renais em um hospital de alta complexidade do Oeste do Pará
Authors: Souza Ana Julia Silva de , Gomes Victor Alexandre Santos , Pallaro Eduardo Fernando , Andrade Gabriel Lima de , Ferreira Mariane Santos , Marinho Nelly Mara Vinhote , Simplício Irinéia de Oliveira Bacelar
Published: December 2024

A Doença Renal Crônica (DRC) é uma condição progressiva que compromete a função renal e reduz a qualidade de vida (QV) dos pacientes, sendo a hemodiálise uma terapia comum, mas restritiva e desafiadora. Por isso, o objetivo deste estudo é avaliar a qualidade de vida dos pacientes renais hemodialíticos de um hospital público de alta complexidade do Oeste do Pará. Para isso, trata-se de um estudo quantitativo, exploratório e descritivo que foi realizado entre janeiro e março de 2024, com 107 pacientes em hemodiálise em um Centro de Nefrologia no Baixo Amazonas. Foram aplicados questionários sociodemográficos e o Kidney Disease Quality of Life-Short Form (KDQOL-SF). A análise utilizou o software BioEstat 5.4 para identificar influências na saúde física, psicológica e social dos pacientes. Desse modo, a maioria dos pacientes era masculina, com idade média de 49,7 anos, predominantemente urbana, parda (85%) e com ensino médio. Entre as comorbidades mais prevalentes, destacam-se a hipertensão (71%) e o diabetes (37,4%). Os pacientes apresentaram altas pontuações em dimensões como função cognitiva e dor, enquanto apoio social e encorajamento pela equipe tiveram as habilidades mais baixas. Esses resultados ressaltam a necessidade de intervenções direcionadas ao fortalecimento do apoio emocional e ao manejo das comorbidades. Conclui-se que políticas de saúde personalizadas e estratégias focadas nas necessidades emocionais e clínicas dessa população são fundamentais para melhorar a qualidade de vida dos pacientes com DRC.
Biennial Review (BR) Data Management and Mutual Accountability Technical Working Group (TWG) 13 Report
Authors:   African Union Commission, Lao Kenao , Obua-Ogwal Agnes Akwang ,   African Union Commission, Adjorlolo Clement ,   AUDA-NEPAD
Published: December 2024

Published under the Kampala Technical Paper Series, This report was prepared by TWG13 under the framework of the Post-Malabo CAADP Agenda development process. The contents of this publication were developed following the review of published materials, stakeholder consultation reports, and expert perspectives on data management and mutual accountability issues within the context of CAADP. In this report, the Working Group emphasizes the importance of comprehensive data management and mutual accountability mechanisms to address information needs for evidence-based
decision-making and targeted investments in Africa’s agrifood systems. The report highlights challenges related to data quality, completeness, and the electronic Biennial Review (eBR) System and mechanism for mutual accountability. TWG13 proposes innovative approaches, such as data clusters, specific sector performance indices, and the adoption of emerging technologies to enhance data management and process effectiveness. The report also stresses the importance of stakeholder engagement and the critical need to strengthen clear guidelines for ethical data sharing and privacy to protect data integrity and stakeholder interests in line with the AU Data Policy.
Rethinking Economics
Authors: Phatak Ajay
Published: December 2024

If you hear the argument, put forward by the neoliberal economists, you would be inclined to believe that Modern Economics has delivered substantial benefits to society. They argue that we have been able to uplift many people out of poverty. While much of this argument might appear to be true, we should seek answers to some fundamental questions. Some of these questions relate to scale, rate of growth, social outcomes and environmental outcomes. The article delves in some detail on the fundamental aspects of why Economics was designed, what were the assumptions, where are we now, what are the challenges to the current model of growth economics, how ecological & social constraints must be brought into mainstream in design of the future economic system and what must be the characteristics of such an economic system. I have tried to present perspectives on some of these questions by referring to some contemporary trans-disciplinary thoughts on economics.
Comprehensive Research and Discussion on Multi-Sensor Fusion Technology in UAV Vision System
Authors: Liu Ziyang
Published: December 2024

This study comprehensively examines and analyses the application of multi-sensor fusion techniques within UAV vision systems. The study opens with an overview of current research advances in UAV vision systems and multi-sensor fusion technologies and specifies the methodological framework and experimental configuration of this study. Subsequently, the paper explains in detail the fundamental theoretical framework and constituent elements of UAV vision systems, as well as the basic definitions of multi-sensor fusion technologies, their classifications and their significant advantages. On this basis, the authors discuss in depth the specific application scenarios and realisation strategies of multi-sensor fusion technology in UAV vision systems, confirming the effectiveness of this technology in enhancing the effectiveness of UAV vision systems. In the epilogue, the key contributions and results of this study are summarised, and the innovations of the UAV vision system and the multi-sensor fusion technology are discussed, while the limitations are objectively pointed out, and a prospective outlook on potential future research paths is given.