bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
ROMANIAN GLOSSONYMS: PROPER NAMES OF LANGUAGES AND (SILENT) CLASSIFIERS
Authors:   University of Bucharest, Faculty of Foreign Languages and Literatures, TĂNASE-DOGARU Mihaela
Published: September 2024

The paper investigates Romanian proper names of languages, referred to throughout as glossonyms, and proposes a tripartite classification of such constructions. The first category of Romanian glossonyms is represented by structures of the type limba română / language.DEF.FEM Romanian.FEM / ‘Romanian language’, for which the paper proposes an analysis in terms of complex proper names (van Riemsdijk 1998; Cornilescu 2007), where limba ‘language’ functions as a classifier. The second category of Romanian glossonyms consists of complex proper names with covert classifiers, of the type LIMBA română / LANGUAGE Romanian / ‘Romanian’. Finally, the third category is represented by -ește glossonyms, where the (nominalizing) suffix is syntactically active, signaling the presence of the same covert classifier. In the latter category, two other points are made in the paper. First, where ambiguity arises between two interpretations of -ește derivatives, i.e. the like X and the language X interpretations, two prepositions serve the purpose of disambiguation: în ‚in’ and pe ‘on’. Second, the same prepositions are used to encode a temporally-bounded interpretation of the speaking event, as opposed to a generic / habitual one in the absence of the prepositions.
Python-Driven Machine Learning and Deep Learning: Cutting-Edge Solutions for Autonomous Systems, Diagnostics, and Financial Risk Management
Authors: Krishna Pasupuleti Murali
Published: September 2024

Abstract: This chapter explores the application of Python-driven machine learning (ML) and deep learning (DL) techniques in transforming key industries such as autonomous systems, healthcare diagnostics, and financial risk management. Utilizing powerful Python libraries like Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, and Keras, the chapter demonstrates how ML/DL models are used to optimize autonomous vehicle navigation, improve diagnostic accuracy in medical imaging, and enhance financial risk prediction. Through real-world case studies, the chapter highlights the impact of AI in these sectors and discusses future trends in AI, including the integration of explainable AI (XAI) and edge computing for real-time decision-making. Keywords: Python, machine learning, deep learning, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, Keras, autonomous systems, diagnostics, financial risk management, AI, autonomous vehicles, healthcare, predictive analytics, explainable AI, edge computing.
হরিহর নন্দীর নাট্যকর্ম
Authors: মহীবুল আজিজ
Published: September 2024

১৯৯২ সালের এপ্রিল মাসে ইংল্যান্ডের ইন্ডিয়া অফিস লাইব্রেরিতে গবেষণাকর্মে নিয়োজিত থাকাকালে ঘটনাচক্রে আমি সাতটি নাট্যকর্মের সন্ধান পাই। এগুলোর মধ্যে পাঁচটি প্রহসন এবং দুটি নাটক। নাট্যকর্মগুলোর রচনাকাল ১৮৭৬ থেকে ১৮৮০ খ্রিষ্টাব্দ। সবগুলোই তৎকালীন ভারতবর্ষের বাংলা প্রদেশের পূর্বাঞ্চল তথা ঢাকা জেলা থেকে প্রকাশিত। ইতঃপূর্বে হরিহর নন্দীর আর কোনো নাটক কিংবা প্রহসনের সন্ধান কোথাও পাওয়া যায়নি। তাই আমার ধারণা ছিল, ইনি মূলত ঢাকানিবাসী এমন একজন শক্তিশালী নাট্যকার ছিলেন যাঁর রচনা সংরক্ষণের অভাবে হারিয়ে গেছে এবং যাঁর সম্পর্কে সাহিত্যের ইতিহাসকারেরাও তেমন কোনো আলোচনা বা উল্লেখ করেননি।
A Preliminary Tentative Comparison of the Structures of Some Chadian Languages with English
Authors: Ngarsou Voudina
Published: September 2024

This paper examines the structural similarities between English and Chadian languages. Chad is a country in Sub Sahara Africa that exhibits a linguistic heterogeneous situation. The estimate of the number of indigenous languages and dialects spoken in Chad is 180. Thus, the languages chosen for the purpose of this study are Ngambay, Mundand, Musey, Tupuri, and Chadian Arabic. It should be noted that all these languages are not only spoken, but they are also written and used for literary education. In addition, English is a foreign language. It is taught as a subject in secondary schools and as a course at universities. French and Arabic are official languages. So, Chadian students studying English therefore have a complex linguistic background. A case in point concerns students of the Higher Teachers’ Training School in N’Djamena. This paper therefore is an attempt to compare the structure of English with the students’ mother tongues in written production. The Chadian National Alphabet has been used for the transcription of the students’ indigenous languages. The Contrastive Analysis theory has also been adopted to compare the structures of these languages. In a linguistically multi-setting like Chad, it is important to attempt to bring languages closer in order to identify the differences and similarities between them from the point of view of their structures, and problematic linguistic areas that prevent students from learning English successfully. But it is found that students’ mother tongues do not pose any problem, in contrast to French language that has been used in education.
Language acts and discursive engagement in Jacques-Prosper Bazié’s "The Views of Hope"
Authors: Ilboudo Parfait
Published: September 2024

In a communication situation, the person can freely express his/her ideas, but to be able to understand the intention of somebody, it is first necessary that the situation of enunciation is understood and that the context is observed. That is why pragmatics takes into account the utterance not only from the speaker's point of view, but also from the way the utterance is received and transmitted. Similarly, the relationship that this statement maintains with its interlocutor, the conditions of production and/or reception of this statement are the subject of particular attention. This article follows this logic. Using the theory of speech acts developed by J. L. Austin, it pursues the objective of showing that J. P. Bazié performs speech acts in his poems. Perlocutionary acts in particular indicate that the speaker positions himself in the struggle of peoples for their future. Therefore, by analyzing the speech acts performed by the speaker and by the shift from the speaker to the author, the study has come to the conclusion that J. P. Bazié is a committed writer.
Optimization of Cassava Production Management using Fuzzy Logic to Enhance Efficiency and Production Yield
Authors: Istiqomah Iklima , Alfasih Hafiz Agi , Herti Herti , Arifia Revanda , Gibran Fauzan Naufal , Ezer Angga Eben , Santosa Sesar Husen , Mukti Darmawan Muhammad Danang , Octavia Nanda
Published: September 2024

This research aims to optimize cassava production using fuzzy logic to enhance efficiency and productivity. Cassava is an important agricultural crop in Indonesia with great potential due to its ability to thrive in various types of soil and climates. Despite being considered a secondary food, cassava has numerous health benefits and serves as a good source of energy. However, crop failures and low yields hinder cassava production. Farmers can achieve optimal yields by maximizing output with minimal input costs. In addition to meeting market demand, pricing strategies are also crucial in determining the best products. Therefore, manufacturing companies need to plan the quantity of products to meet the expected demand. Factors such as product supply and demand need to be considered. It is challenging to monitor production elements when manual calculations are used. Hence, a method to accurately predict product availability is needed. The method used is fuzzy logic computation. We employ the Mamdani fuzzy logic method in this study. The outcome of this research is the ability to enhance cassava production yields based on Mamdani fuzzy logic calculations. The computations conducted enable farmers to determine production levels based on consumer demand.
The Application of Fuzzy Logic for the Quality of Salted Egg
Authors: Maharani Denita Dwi , Nurfadillah Fiqri , Darmawan Muhammad Danang Mukti , Octavia Nanda , Angelina Ester , Pangestu Danish Ardian , Fadilah Nazwa Zulfa , Pariansyah Amelia Indah , Az-Zahrah Salsabila , Amelia Viony , Nurmaharani Intan , Prabowo Nailah Ghaida Putri , Rismawati Cika Ridha , Zakiyah Faida Nur , 'Aisy Awwalu Rohadatil , Handayani Annisa Intan , Trianawati Mrr. Lukie
Published: September 2024

Salted eggs are a typical Indonesian food whose processing process is through dry or wet salting. The process of processing salted eggs aims to increase added value and extend the shelf life of duck eggs. This study was conducted to analyze the quality of salted eggs in the practicum of IPB Food Quality Assurance students, based on organoleptic tests with the most preferred flavor, texture, and over-ripening parameters. Assessment of the quality of salted eggs is done by organoleptic test by assessing the level of liking to 27 panelists. Because the 3 variables used are vague, so the variables and parameter determination are uncertain. Due to the uncertainty of the variables and parameters used, fuzzy logic is used with the Mamdani method to help make decisions. The results showed in the sample that salted eggs made with rubbed ash and salt ratio (2: 1) had good quality with a quantitative value of 7.5. Salted eggs with good quality, means that salted egg samples are acceptable to panelists.
Microbial fuel cell as innovative approach for bio-electricity generation: A review
Authors: Singh Pratibha , Srivastava Ashima , Srivastava Nupoor , Sinha Niharika , Sharma Vivek , Upadhyay Asha
Published: September 2024

The current global scenario is marked by substantial energy demands coupled with limited resources, leading to a widespread energy crisis. Non-renewable energy sources are depleting rapidly, while renewable sources remain underutilized. There is an urgent need for alternative methods of energy generation. In recent times, considerable attention has been directed towards microbial fuel cells (MFCs) due to their favorable operating conditions and the availability of a variety of eco-friendly substrates as fuel. Through the active breakdown of substrates by microorganisms, bioelectricity is produced, offering a sustainable solution to the escalating energy challenges. Extensive research has yielded new insights into Microbial Fuel Cells (MFCs), revealing that a diverse range of carbon sources, including various types of waste, can be effectively utilized with a wide array of microbes. Consequently, the microbial conversion of waste through innovative bioremediation techniques like utilizing MFCs present a potentially attractive alternative to conventional treatment processes in wastewater treatment, facilitating the direct generation of electric energy. This not only aligns with prevailing technological trends but also contributes to cost reduction in the overall process. This article comprehensively examines various components of Microbial Fuel Cells (MFCs), including the anode, cathode, and membrane. To address practical challenges within this field, pragmatic solutions are proposed. The review critically assesses diverse categories of wastes suitable for Bioenergy generation, exploring the associated microorganisms, power output, key advantages, challenges, and limitations and advancements of MFC technology.
Characterization and performance evaluation of coconut shell concrete with alccofine supplements
Authors: Prakash Ramaiah , Srividhya Sundaresan , Vijayalakshmi Ramalingam , Muruganantham Ramasanjeevi
Published: September 2024

The development of a country's infrastructure relies heavily on the use of cement concrete as the major building material. The aggregate represents a substantial amount of the total volume of concrete. However, the continuous exploitation of granite rock to obtain coarse aggregate adds to the growing demand for natural resources among future generations. The cement industry significantly contributes to global warming due to its substantial carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Reducing the consumption of cement in concrete, while maintaining its essential features, might lead to a more cost-effective and environmentally friendly advancement of the construction sector. This study explores the use of agricultural waste coconut shell as a replacement for traditional aggregate in concrete, resulting in the creation of lightweight coconut shell concrete. The alccofine- 1101 consists of ultrafine particles that have a unique composition, which improves the pozzolanic and hydration processes in concrete. Cement was supplemented with Alccofine substitutes, which varied in proportion from 5% to 15%. The findings indicated that substituting 10% of alccofine improved the workability and strength characteristics of the lightweight coconut shell concrete. Utilizing a blend of coconut shell and alccofine in concrete would represent the most ecologically conscientious choice within the construction sector.
The impact of magnetic field on pulsatile blood flow through multi-stenosed tube
Authors: Jyoti Ghangas , Gill Sumeet , Rathee Rajbala , Phogat Neha , Srivastava Monika , Yadav Tarun , Yahya Muhd Zu Azhan Bin , Savilov Serguei V.
Published: September 2024

The flow of blood via a multi-stenosed blood vessel that is modeled as having two layers and passing through a porous media is altered by an external magnetic field, as stated in this paper. In our current research, the explicit solutions of pressure gradient and both central and peripheral velocities are evaluated using the Frobenius Technique. Pictorial representations of the pressure gradient data for various parameters are produced using MATLAB programming. The study proves that variations in the peripheral layer's thickness have an impact on the pressure gradient. These insights might help in the creation of more potent treatments for blood flow-related disorders.
A software model to generate permutation keys through a square matrix
Authors: Faure Emil , Shcherba Anatoly , Skutskyi Artem , Lavdanskyi Artem
Published: September 2024

Information security and data protection are among the key aspects, which should be intensively developing in the 21st century. A conventional approach to cryptographic algorithms offers to apply matrices to represent information. However, more recent approaches deploy other data structures, including permutations, thus necessitating accordance between differing data structures to integrate different methods into a wholistic system of processing and transmitting information. This study aims to generate permutations, which serve as a key for factorial data coding according to a known key matrix. The paper presents two algorithms for transforming a square matrix into a permutation. An example of matrix transformation following each of the proposed algorithms is given. A software model was created and described to investigate the transformation of square matrices into permutations with the Matlab software product. The authors have considered the built-in methods of statistical information processing in the Matlab program and their graphical representation by built-in functions, which are applied in the process of the software model. A matrix transformation has been performed according to the proposed algorithms. The paper investigates all possible combinations of a square matrix of order 2 with elements referring to the finite integer field modulo p = 17 and p = 23. According to each transforming algorithm, the results of a square matrix transforming into a permutation number are obtained in the lexicographic order. The statistical properties of the obtained results have been studied, and the most efficient algorithm for transforming matrices into permutations has been determined based on the distribution uniformity criterion for the generated permutation numbers. The study demonstrates that this algorithm can potentially be deployed in information exchange systems based on factorial data coding
Big Data technologies in the process of forecasting electricity generation from solar photovoltaic power plants
Authors: Stoliarov Oleksandr
Published: September 2024

This research aimed to develop methods for using Big Data technologies to forecast electricity generation from solar photovoltaic power plants, which is crucial for optimising energy production and increasing the efficiency of solar resource utilisation. The study employed a method of analysing the economic feasibility of using energy storage systems and a comparative analysis of electricity buying and selling prices on the market. An experiment involving software tools and algorithms for processing, analysing, and modelling large volumes of data was also conducted. As a result of the research, methodologies were developed that encompass data collection and analysis, information visualisation, selection and training of forecasting models based on available data, as well as monitoring and testing their effectiveness. Graphical diagrams were constructed to illustrate the stages of data processing and analysis, the process of forecasting electricity generation for different time periods, and the process of training a model based on data, monitoring, and testing the model. Additionally, a graph was created to show the typicality and range of values, and a graph to display the change in electricity prices throughout the day. Furthermore, technological tools for using Big Data were described, the cost of electricity was calculated, and the economic attractiveness of using energy storage systems was assessed. As a result of the research, a potential profit indicator from price arbitrage was established, as well as economic parameters for the feasibility of using energy storage management based on an analysis of differences in electricity purchase and sale prices. The results obtained can be useful for energy companies and organisations involved in the production of electricity from solar photovoltaic power plants, allowing them to optimise energy production and increase the efficiency of solar resource utilisation
A Comparative Study between Chang'an School of Flower-and-Bird Paintings and Western Still Life Paintings
Authors: Xue Gao , Misdih Musnin Bin
Published: September 2024

This comparative study examines the stylistic, thematic, and cultural differences between the Chinese Chang'an School of Flower-and-Bird Paintings and Western Still Life Paintings. The analysis of differences in the visual approaches, philosophical underpinnings, and symbolic elements innate in each of the traditions elaborates how these two art forms reflect their cultural contexts. The Chang'an School, strongly attached to Confucian and Taoist thoughts, draws more attention in its balanced, harmonious relation with nature, while Western still life mainly focuses on realism, materiality, and transience in most works of the Renaissance and Baroque. This analysis follows theoretical frameworks such as the Iconology of Panofsky, the Cultural Ecology of Steward, and the Aesthetics of Ye Lang for insight into the cultural and historical philosophical influences on such artistic practices to explore how visual symbolism has communicated cultural values in both traditions through case studies of representative works by Shi Lu, Jiang Wenzhan, Claude Monet, and Henri Fantin-Latour.
Applying Artificial Intelligence for Emotional Cognition in Game Testing for Quality Assurance
Authors: Yi He Tian
Published: September 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a branch of computer science that tries to develop computational tools and systems that can carry out tasks comparable to human decision-making and learning. The subject of AI is expanding quickly, and AI technology is becoming more and more significant in a variety of IT specialties. When more automated and intelligent solutions are employed instead of outdated techniques, the quantity of manpower and resources needed for game testing will be greatly decreased. The aim of this study is to find new models that will make game testing easier by utilising state-of-the-art AI techniques. In an attempt to determine the model base and algorithmic foundation for the new approach, the examination and comparison of existing theories, models, and algorithms is used to infer and identify the viability of certain current mainstream AI models and algorithms in game testing sessions. Standard software testing is not the same as game testing. Further consideration should be given to the whole gaming experience and entertainment value in addition to functional testing. User questionnaires and in-game testing are used in the current standard experience testing methodology. Artificial intelligence eliminates human aspects in emotional cognition. It may produce more objective test results while spending less money for both human and material resources by using massive data sets and its own learning and processing capabilities. This paper examines the state of AI in software testing, game creation, and emotion perception using expertise in using and applying AI approaches in game testing for quality assurance. It also demonstrates how well AI methods work for predicting player emotions during game testing. The AI testing reduces testing expenses related to labour and material resources while guaranteeing total game confidentiality before release. It also increases test accuracy and reduces the impact of subjectivity.
Exploling the Scientific Model for Constructing a Platform for the International Communication of PingJiang Opera
Authors: Wu Jing-jing , Dang Weibo
Published: September 2024

Purpose: Considerable changes have occurred in many areas of science and technology as a result of the current information technologies' quick development and use. Specifically, new theories in mathematics have surfaced; they may be used to construct and refine current mathematical models of different processes and objects. Method: Regulatory and permitting decision-makers are worried about the ambiguity surrounding the possible environmental consequences arising from the introduction of these innovative devices in coastal and riverine ecosystems as research and testing of maritime energy devices progress. The Triton Initiative conducts studies and makes suggestions for environmental monitoring techniques and technology to give industry stakeholders with the information required to approve maritime energy system testing. Results: The efficient distribution of research findings is crucial in enhancing data accessibility for stakeholders who might use the information to make informed policy choices. Nevertheless, there are few frameworks available for carrying out scientific communications related to marine energy projects. Using the Triton Initiative's pilot scientific communication program as a case study, we discuss methods, resources, and strategies for creating a science communication framework for marine energy projects or other related fields of research in this article. Conclusion: This article uses the historic Pingjiang Road in Suzhou, China, as a case study to investigate how, in the era of globalization and digital media, urban spaces that have been revitalized for historic and cultural consumption may demonstrate the publicness or potential capacity for publicity.
Calligraphic Semiotic Interpretation in Jewelry Design: Culture, Identity and Expression
Authors: Liang Kun
Published: September 2024

This article places the application of calligraphy in jewelry design under the perspective of semiotic research. It is a targeted study based on whether calligraphy can be organically integrated with semiotic characteristics for jewelry design. Supplemented by qualitative analysis, based on the relationship between the form and connotation of calligraphy and the signifier and the signified in semiotics, the positive impact of the integration and mutual promotion of calligraphy semiotics and jewelry design was deeply explored. This article first introduces the principles of semiotics, cultural semiotics and the research theory of traditional Chinese cultural symbols, then explains the essential characteristics and significance of jewelry design, and then focuses on the multi-dimensional and diversified connection between calligraphy, jewelry design and semiotics. After discussion and research, we finally reflected on jewelry design and attached relevant suggestions. The perspective chosen in this article is one of the outstanding features of this study. Although calligraphy and symbols originated from different cultural backgrounds in the East and the West, they have common attributes and functions that can be learned from each other. Based on the theoretical intersection of calligraphy and semiotics, the value and application of the combination of calligraphy symbols and jewelry design are discussed, which fully illustrates the close connection between Chinese calligraphy and semiotics and jewelry design. This article attempts to start with Chinese calligraphy and use semiotic research as a guide to construct a more practical "symbol"-"calligraphy"-"culture" jewelry design model. Through theoretical framework analysis, literature review, and empirical research, this article delves into how calligraphic symbols contribute to cultural heritage conservation, personal identity expression, and artistic expression in the context of jewelry design.
The Aesthetic Expression of Abstract Calligraphy: Emotion and Form between Brush and Ink
Authors: Hou Yi
Published: September 2024

Calligraphy is one of the most important visual art forms inherited from China for thousands of years. The visual formal resources contributed by the dots and structures of Chinese calligraphy are one of the wonders in the world art history. Among them, abstract calligraphy, as a unique art form, contains rich emotional expression and formal aesthetic exploration between brush and ink. This study adopts a qualitative research paradigm, through in-depth interviews with senior abstract calligraphers, art critics and scholars, combined with on-site observation of the creative process of calligraphy, literature analysis and interpretation of works, in order to comprehensively analyze the emotional connotation and formal vocabulary of abstract calligraphy, and to clarify the intrinsic connection and tension between the two. The results of the study show that in abstract calligraphy, the subject's emotional experience is the root power of modeling. Through the refinement and sublimation of life experience, the calligrapher injects the vibration of individual consciousness and philosophical thoughts into the brush and ink with the help of visual elements such as brush strokes, lines, and compositions. The brush and ink become the direct speech of the mind, and the viewer can feel the rhythm and bitterness of life, the struggle and emptiness of desire, the pursuit of tranquility and other rich emotional experiences in the works. At the same time, the careful construction of formal language is also the core of abstract calligraphy exploration. Through the mastery of brush and ink materials and writing momentum, the use of wet and dry contrast, white space, texture and other techniques, to create a shocking visual tension, giving people a strong experience of formal aesthetics. The study emphasizes that abstract calligraphy realizes a high degree of unity between emotion and form. On the one hand, the form itself carries the spiritual experience and inner emotion of the calligrapher; on the other hand, the emotion gives life and inner tension to the form. The two integrate and echo each other, forming an organic whole. It is this perfect combination of mind and form that makes abstract calligraphy become the visualization of human emotion and spiritual world, and triggers endless thoughts and resonance in the viewers. The researcher comprehensively analyzes the emotional core and formal qualities of abstract calligraphy from both theoretical and empirical levels, providing a new perspective for a deeper understanding of the unique aesthetic value of this art form.
Exploration of Sustainable Development Strategies for Budai Opera in the Eastern Fujian Region
Authors: Bao Shuhui , Dang Weibo
Published: September 2024

This study explores sustainable development strategies for Budai Opera in the Eastern Fujian region, aiming to preserve and promote this traditional art form amidst modern challenges. Through a mixed-method approach, including qualitative interviews, quantitative surveys, and observational data, diverse dimensions of Budai Opera sustainability are examined. Results reveal a diverse demographic profile of stakeholders, varying levels of awareness and interest in Budai Opera, and preferences for cultural events. Economic viability, environmental impact, community engagement, policy support, audience preferences, and technological innovations are also explored. Key findings emphasize the importance of holistic approaches that balance economic, cultural, environmental, and social considerations in promoting Budai Opera sustainability. Addressing challenges such as declining audiences, economic pressures, environmental impacts, and policy constraints, while capitalizing on opportunities for diversification, innovation, community engagement, and advocacy, are essential for sustaining Budai Opera as a cherished cultural heritage in the Eastern Fujian region.
The Duality of Technological Innovation and Dynamic Capabilities: The Micro-Foundation of China's Construction Machinery Industry's Rise up the Global Value Chain
Authors: XIA WEIFU , Alwie Aryaty Binti , Taasim Shairil Izwan Bin , Jin Wong Tze , Naning Fatin Hana binti
Published: September 2024

In the context of global value chain reconstruction, Chinese construction machinery enterprises are facing the dual challenges of technological innovation and global competitiveness improvement. Based on organizational learning theory and dynamic capability perspective, this study constructs a theoretical framework of dual integration of technological innovation (exploratory innovation and pioneering innovation) and dynamic capability, and explores its impact mechanism on the global value chain upgrading of Chinese construction machinery enterprises. The study adopts a mixed research method, combining large-scale patent data analysis and in-depth case study, and constructs a longitudinal data set of 146 Chinese construction machinery enterprises from 2005 to 2022. By using structural equation modeling, dynamic panel regression and machine learning algorithms, this study reveals the following main conclusions: (1) The relationship between technological innovation duality and the global value chain position of enterprises is inverted U-shaped, and there is an optimal equilibrium point; (2) Dynamic capabilities partially mediate the relationship between technological innovation duality and global value chain climbing, among which absorptive capacity and reconstruction capacity are particularly critical; (3) The degree of internationalization of enterprises positively moderates the impact of technological innovation duality on dynamic capabilities; (4) The quality of the institutional environment moderates the relationship between technological innovation duality and dynamic capabilities, and a high-quality institutional environment strengthens the positive relationship between the two. The theoretical contributions of this study are: (1) it expands the global value chain theory and incorporates the duality of technological innovation into the analytical framework; (2) it reveals the mediating mechanism of dynamic capability theory in innovation and value chain climbing, enriching the dynamic capability theory; (3) it provides new empirical evidence for organizational learning theory and clarifies the dynamic process of exploration and utilization equilibrium. At the practical level, the research results provide guidance for engineering machinery companies to formulate innovation strategies and enhance global competitiveness, and also provide a basis for the government to formulate industrial upgrading policies. Future research can further explore the long-term evolution path of technological innovation duality and its differences in cross-cultural contexts.
Influence of Digital Health Technologies among Healthcare Providers on Long-term Care Services Implementation for Elderly with Disabilities
Authors: HU WENTING , Qutayan Shadiya Mohamed Saleh Ba , Othman Madya Datin Dr Nooraini Binti
Published: September 2024

Purpose: The traditional paradigm of home care in China is not up to the challenges posed by the country's increasing population's advancing age and lack of available resources. Digital monitoring technology solutions are thought to be advantageous for managing caregivers' workloads while also improving resident safety and care quality in assisted living facilities. To effectively provide the best possible services, teamwork is crucial in New Hampshire. Due to several issues such staffing shortages, rising resident expectations, and increased demands, NH are consequently embracing the use of Knowledge Management (KM) activities more and more to facilitate knowledge development, storage, transfer, and application. Method: In China, the lack of an established system for caring for the elderly is having a significant impact on society as a whole, making it imperative to establish one. The researcher examined the real impacts of their quality management system and KM efforts on service quality, as well as the KM adjustments made by two China state NH that adopted the E-Qalin management of quality model, in the qualitative research. Additionally, the researchers looked at the approaches used by two China private NH that address service quality from a knowledge management standpoint but have not implemented a certified management of quality program. There were eighty nursing professionals in the sample. Teamwork is crucial in every NH included in this study, and each participant in the researcher’s poll is a member of a team. In this work, the researchers used linear regression to analyse connections between individual variables. Results:  Between the development, transmission, and application of knowledge in the state of New Hampshire regardless of the E-Qalin certificate, the researchers discovered a strong and favourable correlation. The researchers found a statistically significant and favourable association between knowledge storage and service quality, but only in New Hampshire with an E-Qalin certificate. Thus, the researcher’s study's findings highlight the necessity of learning more about quality control and knowledge management in the context of New Hampshire. Conclusion: The government, tech companies, and nursing homes need to further restructure the current system before more elderly people adopt sophisticated technology in home care settings. The study's findings, which centre on the transmission of tacit knowledge, substantially advance the field of knowledge management research in New Hampshire.
The Multiple Dimensions of Space: Spatial Narrative Types and Socio-Cultural Mapping in New Century Chinese Novels
Authors: Zhang Zhiyun
Published: September 2024

This study explores how spatial narratives in new-century Chinese novels reflect and engage with China's rapidly changing socio-cultural landscape. Since the mid-1990s, China's accelerated marketization and globalization have profoundly altered traditional lifestyles and public aesthetics, significantly influencing literary creation. How do contemporary Chinese novelists employ spatial narratives to represent these changes, and what insights do these narratives offer into modern Chinese society? Employing textual analysis grounded in Lefebvre's spatial theory and Soja's Thirdspace concept, this paper examines the manifestations and functions of physical, psychological, and social spaces in new-century Chinese novels. Findings reveal diverse and complex spatial narratives: fragmented physical spaces reflecting globalization's impact, psychological spaces highlighting identity recognition anxiety, and social spaces exposing modern society's alienation and class disparities. This study contributes to a deeper application of spatial narrative theory in Chinese literary research, offering new analytical tools for understanding modern literature and its reflection of social changes. It provides insights into the characteristics and trends of new-century Chinese social culture, promoting further research and theoretical development in related fields.
A Cyber-Physical System Based on On-Board Diagnosis (OBD-II) for Smart City
Authors: Ali Syed Haider , Ullah Inam , Ali Syed Ashraf , Haq M Ihtisham UL , Ullah Niamat
Published: September 2024

This paper proposes designing and structuring a Cyber-Physical System (CPS) with a specific focus on vehicles equipped with on-board diagnosis (OBD-II). The purpose of the CPS is to collect and assess data pertaining to the vehicle's Electronic Control Unit (ECU), such as engine RPM, speed, and other relevant parameters. The OBD-II scanner utilizes the obtained data on mass airflow (MAF) and vehicle speed to compute CO2 gas emissions and fuel consumption. The data is wirelessly communicated using a GSM module to a Semantic Web. The CPS also uses GPS tracking to ascertain the vehicle's whereabouts. A Semantic Web is utilized to construct a database management system that stores and manages sent data. A graphical user interface (GUI) is created to facilitate data analysis. It undergoes a sequence of qualification tests to verify the system's functionality. The results demonstrate that the system can accurately read parameters, process data, transfer information, and display readings.
Role of Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) in Early Stages of Knee Osteoarthritis
Authors: Zaman Kazi Shamim Uz , Sarkar Dibakar , Islam Saiful , Rahman SM Tanveer , Islam Syed Shahidul , Hossen Monaim
Published: September 2024

Background: Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most prevalent chronic joint disorder worldwide and is associated with significant pain and disability. The primary objective in knee OA treatment focus on pain reduction, joint mobility improvement, as well as the reduction of disease progression and to preserve patients’ independence and quality of life. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effectiveness of Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) for the management of early knee OA.Methods: This experimental study was conducted in NITOR from February 2021 to June 2021. Total 30 patients were purposively selected. Pain and functional improvement were measured using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) and the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) respectively. All patients were followed up for 3 months.Results: Almost 63% of the patients were female and their mean age was 59±7.58 years. Among them, 86.7% were in Kellgren-Lawrence grade 2. The mean duration of the disease was 16.3±9.1 months. Both VAS and WOMAC score has improved significantly in every follow up from baseline (VAS score 7.52±0.68 at baseline, 5.6±1.03 after 1 month of intervention and 4.24±1.27 after 3 months, p-value <0.05; WOMAC score 73.02±4.22 at baseline, 59.64±3.42 after 1 month of intervention and 53.26±4.65 after 3 months, p-value is <0.05).Conclusion: Intra-articular platelet-rich plasma improves pain and function of the knee in patients with osteoarthritis.
The Opioids For Pain: Why Low and Middle-Income Group of Nations Do Not Have Enough of It?
Authors: Iqbal Kazi Mesbahuddin
Published: September 2024

Chronic pain, if untreated, leads to formidable physical, psycho social, and economic burden that has consequential impact on quality of life. Suffering due to Cancer, HIV infection, and many others with life-threatening conditions, have grown into a mammoth sized problem demanding the need for adequate analgesic care in patients, especially in the form of palliative care.Availability of morphine, the cornerstone for control of such pain is extremely limited and thus remaining far below the global mean explains a general lack of government policies in spite of recognizing palliative care as an essential tool for addressing these issues. World Health Organization (WHO), recommends and offers the best approach for developing skills with knowledge, to implement cost-effective measures accessible to each needy member of developing countries by prescribing suitable analgesics according to its defined ladder. In an analysis done by GDPO (Global Drug Policy Observatory) in 2013, it was found that about 83% of the world’s population in over 150 countries have either no access or minimal access to morphine and other controlled drugs. But it’s true that access to morphine quickly gaining ground in high income group, but global distribution discrepancies in accessing pain relief are plainly visible.
Headache: A Review
Authors: Alam Md. Badrul , Mohammad Quazi Deen
Published: September 2024

Headache is the pain of any kind or discomfort in the head excluding the lower part of the face and including the upper part of the neck. Of all the painful states that afflict humans, headache is undoubtedly the most frequent and the most common reason for medical consultation. Epidemiology of headache in Bangladesh is not exactly known but statistics from several countries may reflect the burden of headache all over the world as well as in our country. About 40 million Americans suffer from severe HA annually. Classification of Headache disorders are Primary Headache Disorders Secondary Headache Disorders. Primary headache disorders includes Migraine, Tension type of headache (TTH), cluster headache and other trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias, and others (hypnic headache, primary thunderclap headache, hemicrania continua, new daily-persistent headache (NDPH). Tension-type of headache is the most common variety of headache with one year prevalence has been variably reported from 30%-90%. Migraine is a common, frequently incapacitating, headache disorder characterized by episodic attacks of moderate-to-severe headaches, and various combinations of neurological, gastrointestinal and/or autonomic nervous system dysfunction. Cluster headache (CH) is a strictly unilateral .headache that occurs in association with crania autonomic features and, in most patients, has a striking circadian periodicity. Treatment of tension type of headache includes reassurance, symptomatic, prophylactic. Symptomatic treatment comprises analgesics e.g. paracetamole, NSAID, anxiolytic e.g. diazepam, other benzodiagipine (BNZ). The patient with a headache often finds himself a medical orphan. He is fortunate indeed if his headache is transient, for other wise he may find himself on an excursion to the ophthalmologist, otolaryngologist, neurologist, dentist, psychiatrist, chiropractor, and the latest health spa.
Estimation of Annual Need, Production and Per Capita Consumptions of Oral Morphine in Bangladesh
Authors: Biswas Fazle Noor , Parveen Monira , Kamal Md. Mostafa , Doherty Megan , Islam Syed Ariful , Sarker Mridul , Ahmad Nezamuddin , Akhtaruzzaman A K M
Published: September 2024

Background: Worldwide, opioid analgesics prescribed for the management of moderate to severe pain in both malignant and non-malignant patients. Use of opioids for pain management is very limited in healthcare facilities of Bangladesh. For ensuring proper management this study aims to explore opioid consumption, accessibility and availability especially in cancer pain in Bangladesh.Methods: This observational study used preconstructed questionnaire to estimate annual production and use of opioids at different settings. Information was obtained from annual drug report of 2020-2021 Bangladesh’s Department of Narcotics Control (DNC), Director General of Health Services of Bangladesh and three pharmaceutical companies. Availability and accessibility of morphine was explored among the tertiary care centre of Bangladesh using patient’s recordsResults: Morphine and other 5 types of opioids are available in different formulations in Bangladesh. Locally only two pharmaceutical companies producing morphine though there are 3 are licensed. In last 5 years on an average 15.34 kg (range 10.9 kg – 20.1 kg) morphine produced. There are only a few hospitals where oral morphine is readily available. But almost all of them are metropolitan Dhaka based.Conclusion: The low consumption of morphine indicates the poor pain management scenario of the country. Pain and palliative care professionals in Bangladesh continue to advocate for improvements which will ensure that opioids are available, accessible and affordable for all patients in Bangladesh.
Lovemarks: oportunidad de subsistencia para las cadenas de farmacias del DMQ, Ecuador
Authors: Ríos Quiñónez María Belén
Published: September 2024

Las farmacias comunitarias o comerciales se enfrentan a una lucha extrema por ganar posición, no solo en la zona geográfica de trabajo, sino también en la mente y corazón de sus pacientes/clientes. Esta disputa se origina por la apertura desenfrenada de una gran cantidad de farmacias que piensan que su gestión administrativa y comercial será suficiente para desarrollar lealtad y diferenciación, pero no es así. El público de hoy busca más allá de lo usual, pues no solo pretenden satisfacer sus necesidades sanitarias, sino que también buscan una combinación emocional y satisfactoria frente al servicio farmacéutico. Por ello, esta investigación analiza la percepción de los clientes sobre el concepto de Lovemarks en cadenas de farmacias del DMQ, Ecuador. Mediante una metodología descriptiva exploratoria con enfoque mixto, se aplicó una encuesta adaptada a 385 habitantes mayores de 18 años para evaluar los atributos de amor, respeto, misterio, sensualidad e intimidad en seis cadenas farmacéuticas. Los resultados revelan que Farmacias Económicas, Sana Sana y Fybeca son considerados Lovemarks por los encuestados, con valoraciones positivas en todos los atributos. Cruz Azul y Medicity también alcanzan el estatus de Lovemark, aunque con degradación ligeramente inferior. Pharmacy's, por su parte, no logra establecerse como Lovemark en la zona estudiada. El trabajo concluye que las farmacias que han desarrollado conexiones emocionales genuinas con sus clientes, ofreciendo experiencias memorables y manteniendo altos estándares de calidad y servicio, son las que logran posicionarse como Lovemarks.
Strategi Pengelolaan Hutan Kemasyarakatan Di Desa Keban Jati Kecamatan Air Nipis Kabupaten Bengkulu Selatan
Authors: Dwi Maryani  , Reflis Reflis  , Satria Putra Utama  , Yenita Ekasari  , Essy Anesta Asdami  , Ranti Uchera
Published: September 2024

This research aims to formulate a social forestry management strategy for HKm Sulian Besar in Keban Jati Village, Air Nipis District, South Bengkulu Regency. This research was carried out from July to August 2024 in Keban Jati Village, Air Nipis District, South Bengkulu Regency, Bengkulu Province. The research location was carried out in the Sulian Besar Community Forest. This research uses a combination method (mixed) dominantly qualitative and less dominantly quantitative. To recommend strategies for community forest management (HKm) that have achieved economic, social and ecological and institutional benefits by identifying using SWOT analysis to analyze various factors systematically. The position of the community forest management strategy in HKm Sulian Besar, Keban Jati Village, Air Nipis District, South Bengkulu Regency is in quadrant III, namely the turn around strategy where the implementation of the social forestry program of the community forest scheme has great opportunities but there are internal weaknesses so you have to choose the right strategy so that weaknesses are not reduce the odds. Alternative strategies that can be implemented include restructuring group institutions, increasing institutional, technical and marketing capacity, improving cultivation patterns and conducting effective NTFP marketing.