bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Long Chain Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids and Their Role in COVID 19-associated Inflammation and Dysbiosis
Authors: Adajar-Deriquito Joan Christine , Dellosa Princess Imee , Ferrer Jimwel Bryan Christopher , Valdez John Dane , De Grano Rosel Francheska , Olitin John Nicolas , Ilag Leodevico
Published: May 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic has been an on-going global health problem since it started more than three years ago. Efficient treatment and its emerging long-term effects remain unresolved. The primary cause of COVID-19 deaths is the excessive immune response resulting in a cytokine storm leading to eventual organ failure. Dysbiosis has been observed in patients infected with SARS-CoV-2, promoting further inflammation and increasing risks for long COVID. Most of the current treatments for COVID-19 including vaccines are directed against the virus and its replication. However, these treatments need to be administered before viral infection (in the case of vaccines) or early in the infection process. Moreover, these treatments do not address the inflammatory phase of the disease, where cytokine storm increases the risk of death or may be a significant contributor to long COVID. Omega-3 fatty acids which are components of cell membranes are known to be precursors of anti-inflammatory compounds and aid in the regulation of the human microbiome. This article presents a hypothesis that posits the role of long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids in modulating COVID-19 inflammation via the regulation of the lung and gut microbiomes, which have been associated with the body's immune response to SARS-CoV-2 infection. With known safety and benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, supplementation may be effective in preventing severe COVID-19 symptoms, managing mild and moderate symptoms, and may even extend post-recovery to mitigate increased risk for cardiovascular diseases after SARS-CoV-2 infection and recovery.
Mindfulness and its relationship to athletic orientation among distinguished high school students in the city center of Mosul
Authors: Aiham Abdul-hameed Abdullah Al-Dulaimy  , Isam Mohammed Abdul-ridha Al-nahy
Published: May 2024

تعد اليقظة الذهنية من بين اهم المتغيرات النفسية التي اخذت دوراً كبيراً في البحث والدراسة وعلى عينات مختلفة ومجالات واسعة من التطبيقات العلمية والمعرفية في البحوث التربوية والنفسية ،كما يعد التوجه الرياضي احد المواضيع التي يتناولها علم نفس الرياضة ، حيث يمتلك الرياضيين دافعيات مختلفة عند المشاركة في رياضة ولذا تحددت المشلكه  في  الحاجة الى بيان اهمية الجانب النفسي للطلاب المتميزين المشاركين في الانشطة الرياضية المدرسية من خلال تطبيق متغيرات  البحث الحالي ،ومدى تأثيرها على الحالة الصحية ، والنفسية ، والبدنية وتعزيز الطاقة الايجابية والاستمرار بالتفوق العلمي والرياضي على حد سواء وبالتالي فان هدف البحث هو التعرف على درجة اليقظة الذهنية وابعاد التوجه الرياضي لدى طلاب ثانويتي المتميزين الرياضيين في مركز مدينة الموصل ، فضلا عن التعرف عل علاقة الارتباط  بين اليقظة الذهنية وابعادالتوجه الرياضي لدى طلاب ثانويتي المتميزين الرياضيين في مركز مدينة الموصل . اجريت الدراسة على عينة البحث من طلاب ثانويتي المتميزين المشاركين بالأنشطة الرياضية المدرسية في مدينة الموصل والبالغ عددهم(50 ) طالبا وتم استخدام مقياس اليقظة الذهنية من قبل (الزبيدي2012) ومقياس التوجه الرياضي من اعداد (الديليمي 2021 )  وقد استخدم الباحثان  الوسائل الاحصائية المقاسة في نظام (spss) للحصول على بيانات البحث والتي شملت (الوسط الحسابي ، والانحراف المعياري ، واختبار (t) لعينة ، ومعامل ارتباط لبيرسون ، والنسبة المئوية ، ومعامل الفا كرونباخ ) وبعد الحصول على صدق وثبات ادوات القياس في البحث الحالي تم تطبيق المقياسين على افراد عينة البحث وتم التوصل الى عدد من الاستنتاجات والتوصيات، وكما يأتي :- ان طلاب ثانويتي المتميزين افراد عينة البحث يتمتعون بمستوى جيد من اليقظة الذهنية مع وجود الرغبة الدافعية لدى افراد عينة البحث من خلال المستوى الجيد من التوجه الرياضي  - وجود علاقة موجبة بين متغيري اليقظة الذهنية وابعاد التوجه الرياضي لدى افراد عينة البحث .وقد اوصى الباحثان الى:-اجراء دراسات وبحوث اخرى لمتغيري اليقظة الذهنية وابعاد التوجه الرياضي وعلى عينة من الطلبة الرياضيين سواء في الالعاب الفردية أم الجماعية.-تعزيز التوجه الرياضي لدى طلاب المرحلة المتوسطة والاعدادية.
Hợp đồng dự án đầu tư theo phương thức đối tác công tư tại Việt Nam: Điểm mới và vấn đề pháp lý tồn tại
Authors: Nguyễn Thị Tuyết Dung
Published: May 2024

Đầu tư theo phương thức đối tác công tư đã được thực hiện ở Việt Nam hơn 20 năm, bắt đầu từ năm 1997. Các văn bản pháp lý đã được điều chỉnh, hoàn thiện dần theo thời gian. Luật Đầu tư theo phương thức đối tác công tư được Quốc hội ban hành năm 2020 với mục đích đẩy mạnh thu hút vốn tư nhân đầu tư vào lĩnh vực cơ sở hạ tầng, tránh các tiêu cực không mong muốn của các dự án thực hiện theo phương thức này. Tuy nhiên, nguồn vốn tư nhân trong nước và quốc tế vẫn chưa đạt được như kỳ vọng. Bài báo phân tích các quy định pháp luật hiện hành về Hợp đồng dự án đầu tư theo hình thức đối tác công tư tại Việt Nam, làm rõ những điểm mới và các vướng mắc mà các bên liên quan gặp phải, đặc biệt là khu vực tư nhân như các điều khoản không rõ ràng về quyền lợi, trách nhiệm, về các tiêu chí xác định nhà đầu tư thay thế, giá trị chuyển nhượng, vị thế giữa các bên, thiếu mẫu hợp đồng tiêu chuẩn... Những vướng mắc này gây ra các tranh chấp, thất thoát, lãng phí nguồn lực. Từ đó, bài báo đề xuất các kiến nghị, làm rõ những vấn đề tồn tại để các quy định về hợp đồng dự án đầu tư theo phương thức đối tác công tư hoàn thiện hơn, tạo thuận lợi hơn nữa cho nhà đầu tư và các cơ quan quản lý trong việc triển khai dự án.
Kentsel Dönüşüm Projesiyle Üretilen Yapılı Çevrenin Yaşam Kalitesi Üzerine Etkisi: Saraycık Mahallesi- Ankara
Authors: Tekpınar Elif , Levend Sinan
Published: May 2024

Afet riski gibi pek çok nedenle üretilen kentsel dönüşüm projeleri kentsel mekânın şekillenmesinde önemli rol oynamaktadır. Ayrıca toplum üzerinde çok boyutlu etkileri olan kentsel dönüşüm projeleri, bireylerin yaşam kalitelerini ve yapılı çevreye ilişkin memnuniyetlerini doğrudan etkilemektedir. Bu bağlamda çalışma, kentsel dönüşüm projelerinin konut sakinlerinin günlük yaşamları ve yaşam kaliteleri üzerindeki etkisini tespit etmeyi amaçlamaktadır. Çalışma için örneklem olarak seçilen kentsel dönüşüm projesi, Ankara Sincan ilçesinde müstakil ruhsatsız yapılardan oluşan bir mahalle olan Saraycık Mahallesi'nde Toplu Konut İdaresi tarafından üretilmiştir. Çalışma, fiziksel dönüşümün, dönüşüm öncesi bölgede yaşayan insanların günlük yaşamlarını ve yaşam kalitelerini nasıl etkilediğini incelemektedir. Dönüşüm projesi öncesi bölgede yaşayan insanların yeni yaşam ortamı ve yaşamlarındaki değişim hakkındaki görüşleri hakkında veri toplamak için yarı yapılandırılmış görüşme tekniği kullanılmıştır. Görüşme sonuçları, dönüşümden önce bölgede yaşayan insanların, kentsel dönüşüm projesinin yarattığı yeni yaşam ortamına uyum sağlamakta zorlandıklarını göstermektedir. Bu nedenle kentsel dönüşüm projeleri üretilirken, projenin sakinler üzerindeki muhtemel sosyal etkilerinin göz önünde bulundurulması ve kentsel dönüşüm projesinden etkilenen sakinlerin de sürece dahil edilmesi büyük önem taşımaktadır.
Обґрунтування необхідності та основних завдань державного регулювання розвитку цифрової економіки в Україні
Authors: Шапошников К. С. , Стойка В. О. , Точиліна Ю. Ю.
Published: May 2024

Сучасні виклики, що притаманні економічній системі та суспільству в цілому, а також поглиблення інноваційного розвитку привели до стрімкого процесу цифровізації, який поступово охоплює весь світ. Основними перевагами цифрової економіки є створення нових імпульсів для економічного піднесення, зміна та модернізація усталених економічних зв’язків, повсякденного життя тощо. Для українського суспільства цифровізація має стати пріоритетним вектором розвитку, адже вона здатна не тільки підвищити конкурентоспроможність економіки, але й створити додаткове підґрунтя для подолання наслідків повномасштабної війни. Тому розкриття ключових завдань державного регулювання розвитку цифрової економіки в Україні є актуальним питанням для сьогодення. Метою дослідження є поглиблення теоретико-методологічних засад та аргументація пріоритетів державного регулювання, що дозволять усунути існуючі перешкоди на шляху поширення цифрової економіки на вітчизняному просторі. Для досягнення поставленої мети авторами використано низку загальнонаукових та специфічних методів пізнання: спостереження, індукції та дедукції, аналіз і синтез, систематизації та класифікації, статистичний метод, які у сукупності дозволили виділити пріоритетні завдання державного регулювання розвитку цифрової економіки, вирішення яких є потужним шляхом до пришвидшення процесу цифровізації. З’ясовано, що державне регулювання розвитку цифрової економіки це складний процес, в якому держава здійснює цілеспрямований і комплексний вплив на систему взаємопов’язаних елементів, основним призначенням яких є створення вигідних умов для динамічного формування, модернізації, впровадження ІКТ у процеси виробництва, обміну та споживання. Державне регулювання розвитку цифрової економіки має стати важливою складовою загальної системи державного регулювання економіки, а його основне завдання полягає у формуванні ефективного регуляторного середовища. Поряд з цим варто виділяти інші не менш важливі завдання, вирішення яких позитивно позначиться на процесі цифровізації, які було систематизовано у п’ять основних блоків: нормативно-правовий, організаційно-економічний, інституційно-організаційний, культурно-психологічний, інституційно-інфраструктурний.
Bootstrap Confidence Intervals for the Poisson-Pranav Distribution Parameter with an Application to COVID-19 Data
Authors: Panichkitkosolkul Wararit
Published: May 2024

The Poisson distribution is commonly applied in statistical modeling to represent the count of events, assuming that the events are independent and occur at a constant rate. This assumption, however, may not always hold true in real-life situations. The Poisson distribution may be inadequate if the underlying rate of occurrence is not constant. The mixed Poisson distribution is proposed to solve this limitation because it permits the rate parameter of the Poisson distribution to be random rather than fixed. The Poisson-Pranav distribution, which is classified as a type of mixed Poisson distribution, has been commonly utilized to analyze count data that exhibits over-dispersion over many domains. However, no research has been done into building confidence intervals for the parameter of the Poisson-Pranav distribution using the bootstrap method. Using Monte Carlo simulation, the coverage probabilities and average lengths of the percentile bootstrap (PB), basic bootstrap (BB), and biased-corrected and accelerated (BCa) bootstrap’s interval-estimation performances were compared. The bootstrap method was not appropriate for achieving the desired nominal confidence level with small sample sizes. In addition, the performance of the bootstrap confidence intervals did not differ significantly when the sample size was increased considerably. In each case studied, the BCa bootstrap confidence intervals performed better than the others. The effectiveness of bootstrap confidence intervals was demonstrated by applying them to the number of COVID-19 deaths in Belgium. The computations substantially supported the proposed bootstrap confidence intervals.
Enhancing the Antioxidant, Anti-tyrosinase and Anti-elastase Activity of Pigmented Rice Extracts by Sonication, Heating, Enzyme Digestion and Fermentation
Authors: Nathkhaanthaphot Nathnaphads , Pongdontri Paweena , Riddech Nuntavun , Theerakulpisut Piyada
Published: May 2024

In the modern cosmetics industry, there exists a major trend for replacement of synthetic chemicals with plant-based ingredients in skincare formulation. This research aimed to assess the efficiency of different methods to extract bioactive compounds (as measured by total phenolic content; TPC and total flavonoid content; TFC) responsible for three important cosmeceutical properties (antioxidation, anti-tyrosinase, and anti-elastase) from selected rice grains. The grains of two varieties of purplish-black rice (Neaw Leum Pua; NLP) and black rice (Hom Nil; HN) were extracted with phosphate buffered saline (PBS) and then supplementary treated with sonication, heating, and proteolytic enzyme digestion or fermented with Aspergillus niger. The results showed that sonication slightly enhanced TPC and TFC, but significantly increased antioxidant capacity and anti-tyrosinase activity. The high temperature of 60℃ and 100℃ significantly increased antioxidant capacity based on FRAP assay but reduced that based on DPPH radical scavenging assay. Anti-tyrosinase activity was enhanced by high temperature but that of anti-elastase was inhibited. The addition of papain to the seed extracts slightly enhanced anti-elastase and anti-tyrosinase activity. Notably, fermented rice grains exhibited much greater yields of TPC and TFC, and higher biochemical activities than other methods. The fermented rice exhibited the highest TFC after 3 days; the highest TPC, antioxidant capacity, and tyrosinase inhibition after 6 days; and the highest elastase inhibition activity after 9 days. Therefore, fermentation was the most promising technique to enhance all three desirable properties for cosmetic ingredients when pigmented rice was used as the raw material.
Railway Track Fault Detection and Automation System
Authors:   Professor, SSWP, Solapur, Maharashtra., M.S. Ms. Bidave
Published: May 2024

The Railway Track Fault Detection and Automation System (RTFDAS) represents a significant leap forward in the realm of railway infrastructure maintenance and management. Traditional methods of track inspection often suffer from limitations such as manual labor, periodic assessments, and the potential for human error, leading to safety hazards and operational disruptions. In response, the RTFDAS leverages cutting-edge technology, sophisticated algorithms, and automation capabilities to enable proactive fault detection and streamlined maintenance processes. This paper presents a comprehensive overview of the RTFDAS, highlighting its key components, functionalities, and benefits. The system comprises a network of sensors strategically deployed along railway tracks to capture data on various parameters. Through advanced data processing and analysis, fault detection algorithms identify anomalies indicative of track faults, such as cracks, misalignments, and wear, enabling prompt intervention and maintenance. Key Words: railway track, automation, fault detection
Video Summarization for Marathi Language
Authors:   Associate Professor, Computer Engineering, NHITM, Joshi Prof. Indira
Published: May 2024

The Video Summarization Platform using Python Flask is a comprehensive tool designed to summarize Marathi and English videos while providing summaries in Hindi, Marathi, and English languages. Leveraging machine learning and natural language processing (NLP) techniques, this platform offers a sophisticated solution for efficiently extracting key information from videos. The platform begins by transcribing the audio content of the video into text using automatic speech recognition (ASR) technology. This transcription process ensures that the platform can accurately analyze and summarize the video's content. Next, the text is translated into the target languages, namely Hindi, Marathi, and English, enabling users from diverse linguistic backgrounds to access the summarized content. To generate concise and informative summaries, advanced NLP algorithm is applied. This algorithm analyze the transcribed text to identify the most significant phrases, sentences, and concepts. By considering factors such as keyword frequency, semantic relevance, and context, the platform effectively distils the video's content into digestible summaries. Additionally, machine learning models are employed to classify the type of video content. These models are trained on diverse datasets encompassing various video genres and topics. By recognizing patterns and features within the video content, the platform can accurately categorize videos into distinct types, such as news, interviews, tutorials, or entertainment. The platform's user interface, powered by Python Flask, offers a seamless experience for users to upload videos, select their preferred language for summarization, and receive concise summaries in their chosen languages. The intuitive design ensures accessibility and ease of use, catering to both novice and advanced users. Overall, the Video Summarization Platform serves as a valuable resource for individuals seeking efficient ways to consume multimedia content. Whether for educational, informational, or entertainment purposes, this platform empowers users to access summarized video content in multiple languages, facilitated by cutting-edge machine learning and NLP technologies. Key Words: Transcription, Marathi-speaking users, Marathi YouTube videos, video content, transcription, summary, translation, Natural Language Toolkit (NLTK), content comprehension, user interaction data, past summaries, recommendation
CONSUMER BEHAVIOR TOWARDS DIGITAL MARKETING IN FLIPKART
Authors: raj Rishu
Published: May 2024

The first section of this chapter discusses the literature review done for this study followed by the research design of this study in detail in the second section. A literature review is a body of text that aims to review the critical points of current knowledge including substantive findings as well as theoretical and methodological contributions to a particular topic. Literature reviews are secondary sources, and as such, do not report any new or original experimental work. Also, a literature review can be interpreted as a review of an abstract accomplishment. Methodology is the answer to the why and how the research was carried out in the first place. This increases the possibility of receiving appropriate answers to the research questions and derives valuable insights into the topic at hand. The main focus of the methodology here is driven by primary research, thus undertaking research that is novel in nature. Alongside this it highlights the methods that would be put to use to explore this study. The choice of research approach is the first topic discussed in this chapter, followed by data collection, sample selection and data analysis.
MediBot For Symptoms-Driven Disease Prediction and Treatment Suggestions
Authors:   Dept. of Electronics and Computers Engineering, Sreenidhi Institute of Science and Technologies, Telangana, India, Irfan Adil
Published: May 2024

To promote awareness regarding healthcare for underprivileged and inactive individuals globally, post-pandemic scenarios such as COVID-19 have led to hesitancy in seeking medical attention for minor ailments like fever and cold. This study presents a groundbreaking solution: the Medibot, which offers disease prediction based on symptoms and provides treatment recommendations through text and audio input and output. The Medibot assists users anytime, anywhere with its 24/7 services, saving time. Utilizing Deep Learning, it is capable of making decisions akin to humans and is also cost-effective for users. Keywords— “Health care”, “MediBot”, “Diseases prediction”, “Treatment recommendations”, “Deep learning”, “Cost-efficient”
Building Consumer Behaviourin E-commerce : A Case Study of Flipkart
Authors: Khan Adil Salam
Published: May 2024

ABSTRACT In the rapidly evolving landscape of e-commerce, consumer behaviourstands as a pivotal factor influencing purchasing decisions, brand loyalty, and overall business success. This case study delves into the strategies and practices adopted by Flipkart, a leading player in the Indian ecommerce sphere, to cultivate and sustain consumer trust. Through a meticulous examination backed by a sample size of 30+ respondents, this research employs statistical tools, specifically the Chi-Square test method, to scrutinize hypotheses pertaining to various dimensions of consumer trust. The study encompasses an extensive exploration of factors crucial to consumer behaviourin ecommerce, encompassing elements such as website security, product quality, customer service, and brand reputation. Utilizing a structured questionnaire, data is meticulously gathered from Flipkart customers, aiming to capture their perceptions and experiences with the platform. The application of the Chi-Square test method enables a thorough analysis of the interplay between different behaviourfactors and levels of customer satisfaction. Initial findings suggest that Flipkart's strategic emphasis on robust security measures, dependable product delivery mechanisms, responsive and empathetic customer support, and coherent brand messaging significantly contributes to fostering consumer trust. Moreover, the research identifies specific strengths within Flipkart's approach to building trust, alongside areas where further enhancements could be made. By illuminating the intricate mechanisms through which Flipkart nurtures consumer trust, this study offers valuable insights for e-commerce practitioners striving to fortify customer relationships and attain a competitive edge in the digital marketplace. These insights hold significance not only for Flipkart but also for businesses operating within the broader ecommerce ecosystem, providing actionable strategies to bolster behaviourand drive sustainable growth.
THE IMPACT OF SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS ON CONSUMER BEHAVIOR: A CASE STUDY OF INSTAGRAM INFLUENCERS ON NIKE
Authors: Kumar Aman
Published: May 2024

In the era of digital marketing, social media influencers have emerged as powerful catalysts shaping consumer behaviour and brand perceptions. This study investigates the impact of Instagram influencers endorsed by Nike on consumer behaviour in India, focusing on brand perceptions, attitudes, purchase decisions, and brand loyalty. Through a mixed-methods approach combining quantitative surveys, qualitative interviews, and content analysis, data was collected from 150 participants representing diverse demographic segments. Key findings reveal that exposure to Instagram influencers positively influences consumer perceptions of Nike, leading to improvements in brand familiarity, image, trust, purchase intent, loyalty, and perceived quality. Participants exposed to influencers demonstrated higher purchase intentions and were more likely to consider and purchase Nike products compared to unexposed participants. Additionally, Nike's influencer marketing strategies significantly contributed to fostering brand loyalty, with influencer engagement, brand authenticity, customer satisfaction, and loyalty programs emerging as key predictors. Content analysis of influencer posts revealed predominant themes such as product features, lifestyle imagery, user testimonials, and promotional offers, highlighting the diverse strategies employed by influencers to engage their audience and promote Nike products. Sentiment analysis of participant comments indicated predominantly positive sentiment towards influencer content, underscoring its effectiveness in eliciting favorable reactions from consumers. This study contributes to the literature by advancing theoretical understanding, providing methodological insights, and offering practical implications for marketers. Recommendations for future research include exploring cross-cultural variations, conducting longitudinal studies, employing experimental designs, and addressing ethical considerations in influencer marketing practices. By embracing these recommendations, researchers can further enrich our understanding of influencer marketing dynamics and its implications for brands and consumers in the digital age. Keywords: Social media influencers, Instagram, Nike, consumer behavior, brand perceptions, purchase decisions, brand loyalty, influencer marketing.
COVID-19 OUTBREAK IMPACT ON THE INDIANS
Authors:   GALGOTIAS UNIVERSITY, CHAUDHARY SUMIT
Published: May 2024

The impact of the COVID-19 outbreak in India, though possibly surpassing its peak caseload in 2023, continues to have a profound effect on the nation's health, society, and economy. While the public health system managed the initial surge, it now faces ongoing challenges due to resource and personnel strain. The heightened demands during the peak may have resulted in neglect of preventative and diagnostic care for non-COVID ailments. Socioeconomic gaps widened as the pandemic disproportionately affected informal workers and low-income communities, pushing many further into poverty through lockdowns, business closures, and job losses. The lasting economic consequences are still unfolding, potentially leading to a decline in GDP and investment. Mental health emerged as a significant concern, with lockdowns, social isolation, and fear contributing to increased depression, anxiety, and other issues. Although India has made progress in curbing the virus's spread, achieving full recovery will likely be a prolonged process requiring sustained efforts to bolster the healthcare system, address socioeconomic disparities, and offer mental health support to the population.
New cultivars
Authors: Grossi Giuseppe , Passkiewicz Fred
Published: May 2024

Two new carnivorous plant cultivars are named and described: Sarracenia purpurea subsp. venosa 'Cilum' and Sarracenia 'Brooks Garcia'.
Comparative shoot morphology between cultivated Utricularia bremii plants and those growing in natural habitats in the Czech Republic
Authors: Adamec Lubomír
Published: May 2024

In summer 2023, the morphometry of large adult plants of Utricularia bremii was studied in an outdoor culture and at three shallow pools in two oligotrophic sand-pits in South Bohemia, Czech Republic, with a focus on shoot length and biomass, shoot branching traits and ecological conditions. Overall, the mean length of main shoots was 34-43 cm (range 23-73 cm) and the shoots bore on average 11-18 branches of three orders. On main shoots, branches were initiated on average every 7.7-9.2 internodes, which indicates a very fast propagation and growth. A new branch is theoretically initiated every ca. 3.3-3.8 days. This study confirms that shallow, well-lit, oligomesotrophic, soft-water sand-pit pools may represent an ecological optimum for this species.
Driving Accessibility: Tarrant County College’s Online Campus Races Toward Accessibility for Online Courses and Communication?
Authors: Estes Kim
Published: May 2024

This article presents Tarrant County College Connect Campus's initiative to enhance accessibility in online courses and communication. It highlights the challenges of compliance with state and federal accessibility regulations in higher education and the legal, financial, and human impacts of non-compliance. The study discusses the disproportionately lower accommodation rates for students with disabilities at two-year colleges compared to four-year institutions. The TCC Connect Campus Accessibility Roadmap (CAR) is introduced as a comprehensive approach to creating accessible learning environments, including continuous improvement plans to align with changing regulations and new technologies.
Judicial Restraint in an Era of Terrorism: Prevention of Terrorism Cases and Minorities in India
Authors: Shankar Shylashri
Published: May 2024

The article assesses and compares the behaviour of India’s higher judiciary on Prevention of Terrorism Act (POTA) cases with the pattern of rulings on previous preventive detention and anti-terror laws in India. It tests the hypothesis in Scaling Justice: India’s Supreme Court, Anti-Terror Laws and Social Rights, that POTA cases would see more pro-state rulings, particularly after incidents of terrorism, but that Muslim minorities would not be unduly targeted by the judges. The findings from the 103 POTA cases affirm the hypothesis that the judgments of the high court and the supreme court do not exhibit a pattern of disfavouring Muslim accused. However, a more disquieting element with worrisome consequences for civil liberties is apparent in the framing of the anti-terror cases. The court is more likely to rule in favour of the state when a case is framed as ‘Islamic terrorism’. The impreciseness of this and other terms such as ‘urgency’ and ‘security threat’ have expanded the scope of the application of anti-terror laws, diluted the ‘due process’ protections, and reduced the ability of judges to make a distinction between the political aspirations and the religious affiliation of the accused. This has diluted the procedural and substantive protection for civil liberties of citizens and vulnerable minorities in India.
A Bio-Political Perspective on Intersexuality and Disability in Discourses of Law
Authors: Das Arpita
Published: May 2024

Procedures and apparatuses of governmentality function by means of labelling certain people as 'normal' while rendering others of little value. This can be understood from the bio-political framework propounded by Foucault (1990, 2003). The rationale offered is often accorded not only to the idea of catering to the population' but also gearing towards creating a nation-state of healthy, non-disabled people capable of contributing effectively to the nations' worth. The paper looks at the manner in which inter-sex people who do not fit in within the linear logic of the sex binary, get signified within these normalisation processes and are constructed as 'abnormal' and in need of fixing through corrective surgeries and other alterations. People with disabilities are also similarly constructed as 'abnormal' and 'deviant' The paper juxtaposes discourses of inter-sexuality and disability to analyse ways in which inter-sex people are mistakenly constructed as disabled within international and national laws, and thus stereotyped as non-productive. The objective is to understand the state logic of categorisation into the 'normals' and 'abnormals'
Role of Insects in Cross-Pollination and Yield Attributing Components of Fenugreek
Authors: Usman Muhammad , Sajjad Asif , Bashir Hafiza Sehrish , Akram Waseem , Parveen Rabia , Mustafa Farwa , Sarmad Muhammad , Lalika Haseeb Ahmad
Published: May 2024

Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum) is a self-pollinated crop however insect pollination can improve the seed and fruit set. The present study was carried out at the agricultural research farm of The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Pakistan to enlist the pollinator community of fenugreek, their foraging behavior, and identify the most effective pollinator species in terms of plant reproductive success. The floral visitor community of fenugreek was comprised of six bees, four flies, one moth, and one butterfly species. The highest visitation frequency was observed for Apis florea (3.86 individuals/meter2/120 seconds) and the visitation rate for Apis dorsata (19.90 flower/120 seconds). The highest stay time on a single flower was observed for Ceratina smaragdula (3.94 seconds/flower). The maximum pod weight, pod length, and seed weight were recorded in C. smaragdula pollinated pods. Results suggest that C. smaragdula is an efficient pollinator of fenugreek in Bahawalpur in terms of plant reproductive success. Future studies should focus on the conservation of C. smaragdula and other allied bee species for enhanced crop pollination.
Efficient Diagnosis of Bacterial Leaf Spot in Tomato Plants using Deep Learning CNN Models
Authors: Ahmad Zohaib , Abdulaziz Alfehaid Mohammed , Asghar Saira , Abdul Manan  , Sidra Gill  , Memoona Bibi
Published: May 2024

Latest field surveys show that the bacterial spot caused by Xanthomonas campestris pv. vesicatoria (Xcv) has devastated commercial tomato output all over the world. The purpose of this study is to more quickly and accurately diagnose bacterial leaf spot problems in tomato plants. To do this, a deep learning-based Convolutional Neural Network (CNN) named Xantho_Net has been proposed to classify the bacterial and non-bacterial tomato leafs. Various state-of-art pre-trained models i.e., VGG16, MobileNet, DenseNet_201, Inception-ResNet_v2 were selected for comparison purposes. Experiments proved that the proposed CNN model is more accurate than other models with 99% accuracy.
Trehalose Induced regulations in Physio-biochemical attributes of Helianthus annuus under Lead stress
Authors: Waqas Malik Muhammad , Akhter Tamimi Solaima , Shoaib Muhammad , Sajid Zainab , Saeed Musarrat , Sanwal Muhammad , Ahmad Waseem , Shurmeen Qammar  , Abbas Ghayor , Muhammad Shoaib Shoukat
Published: May 2024

Heavy metal is a substantially severe abiotic environmental stress that is rising in many regions of the world. Current climate change circumstances and rapid industrialization increased heavy metal accumulation in soil and water. Overall, worldwide agricultural production decreased. Trehalose, a well-known plant growth regulator, is crucial in plants' responses to a variety of abiotic conditions. The Morpho-physiological and biochemical parameters were analyzed in hydroponic research to identify the possible role of trehalose in alleviating heavy metal lead acetate stress in sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) crops. In the sole and mixed form, two Pb(C2H3O2)2 (Control and 30 micron) and one trehalose (50 M L-1) levels were used, and a half-strength Hoagland solution was used as a nutritional medium. The current study found that heavy metal stress had a significant negative impact on plant growth (root and shoot length), fresh and dry biomass, and plant water relations, as well as poor plant water relations, membrane stability, chlorophyll content, and antioxidant enzyme activities such as superoxide dismutase (SOD), peroxide (POD), ascorbate peroxide (APX), and catalase (CAT). MDA and H2O2 are the stress markers reduced by the application of trehalose. Exogenous treatment of trehalose, on the other hand, significantly mitigates the detrimental effects of metal toxicity by altering plant physiology, enhancing water relations, and providing robust antioxidant defense against heavy metal lead acetate stress. The findings of this study provide a new dimension to scientists' understanding of the beneficial usage of trehalose in plant science and offer up new research opportunities.
MANUFACTURE OF REMOVABLE DENTURES WITH A TWO-LAYER BASE
Authors:   Students of 4th course of department of dentistry, Samarqand state medical university, Uzbekistan, Xusanovich Chaqqonov Faxriddin , Firdavs Xolmatov ,   Samarqand state medical university, Uzbekistan, Siyovush Azamatov ,   Samarqand state medical university, Uzbekistan
Published: May 2024

In the case of unfavorable anatomical conditions on the part of prosthetic tissues (sharp bone protrusions, exostoses, a sharp ridge of the inner oblique line, an unyielding mucous membrane, etc.), the manufacture of removable prostheses with an elastic plastic lining is shown. The lining can be applied to the entire base or to certain areas of it. The bases of removable prostheses, consisting of two basic materials, are commonly called two-layer. Elastic polymer materials are used to make the lining in prostheses with a two-layer base. Modern elastic materials for double-layer bases of prostheses are divided by chemical composition into acrylic, silicone, fluoro-rubber, PVC and polyurethane. Depending on the nature of the initiation of the polymerization reaction, elastic materials of cold polymerization (self-hardening) and hot polymerization are isolated.
CLINICAL PROTOCOLS OF DENTAL TREATMENT OF PATIENTS WITH CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES (REVIEW OF SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH)
Authors:   PhD, Samarkand State Medical University, Uzbekistan, Kadirovna Muratova Saodat , Tillaevna Shukurova Nodira ,   Samarqand state medical university, Uzbekistan, Otabekovich Teshaev Shokhzhakhon ,   Student at the Asian International University, Uzbekistan
Published: May 2024

There is an increased probability of the coexistence of cardiovascular diseases in dental clinic clients, especially in the older group, which is associated with the dominance of diseases such as hypertension and coronary heart disease in the general morbidity structure of the population. A key feature of managing the treatment of this category of patients is the increased risk of sudden development of emergency conditions against the background of dental procedures, even if the initial condition of the patient seemed satisfactory. Such patients are also at increased risk of specific dental complications, such as bleeding, which can be caused by both a sudden increase in blood pressure and prolonged use of anticoagulants or disaggregants. Modern clinical guidelines, based on data from major international studies and regularly updated, play an important role in ensuring that dentists prevent cardiovascular emergencies and provide the necessary first aid, which helps to minimize the negative consequences of such acute clinical episodes.
THE IMPACT OF PLASMA-ELECTROLYTIC OXIDATION OF TITANIUM
Authors:   Samarkand State Medical University, Uzbekistan, Normurodovich Normurodov Aziz
Published: May 2024

Titanium is one of the most promising structural materials used in the manufacture of implants in orthopedics and dentistry. This material is characterized by low density, low modulus of elasticity, good formability, hardness similar to tooth enamel, biocompatibility with living tissues, and corrosion resistance in biological media.
EARLY DIAGNOSIS ODONTOGENIC CYSTIC FORMATIONS OF THE JAWS OF VARIOUS ORIGINS
Authors:   Samarkand State Medical University, Uzbekistan, Xasanovich Irgashev Shoxrux
Published: May 2024

Surgeons, radiologists, and pathologists have refined the classification of tumors and tumor-like formations in the maxillofacial region over the years in order to develop uniform treatment protocols. Classification of tumors by origin and histologic criteria is accepted worldwide. However, it is not easy to trace the origin of all variants of tumors and tumor-like projections in odontogenic tissues.
CONCEPTUAL FUNDAMENTALS OF THE CATEGORY OF TAXIS
Authors:   Uzbekistan State University of World Languages, Uzbekistan, Risaliyevich Isarov Oman
Published: May 2024

The article comprises the analysis of various standpoints on conceptual bases of taxis category in general linguistics, particularly in functional grammar. Different descriptions and definitions of available approaches towards the taxis phenomenon and their synthesis in language theory are also discussed in the paper.
LINGUA-CULTURAL CHARACTERISTICS OF ONOMASTIC UNITS OF THE UZBEK LANGUAGE
Authors:   PhD, Associate Professor of Bukhara Engineering-Technological Institute, Uzbekistan, Akhmadovna Radjabova Marjona
Published: May 2024

It is known that in linguistics phraseological units attract constant attention from the point of view of demonstrating the uniqueness of the national language and the peculiarities of the speech of each nation. Identification of the national-linguistic features of phrases with onomastic components included in phraseology in the linguocultural aspect, analysis of their semantic and structural content, identification and classification of their etymological sources are of great importance in the further strengthening of interlingual and intercultural relations. From this point of view, this article examines the linguocultural features of phraseological units of the Uzbek language with an onomastic component that have a national character. The national and cultural aspects of such linguistic units in the Uzbek language are analyzed from the point of view of reflecting religious thinking, lifestyle, customs and social status of the nation.
DEVELOPMENT OF LEARNING COMPETENCIES OF STUDENTS IN THE PROCESS OF INDEPENDENT STUDY
Authors:   Professor at Pedagogical Department, Doctor of Pedagogical Sciences at Nukus State Pedagogical Institute, Uzbekistan, Ермекбаевна Пазылова Меруерт
Published: May 2024

In this article, the importance of organizing independent work in the process of education and upbringing of students. In order to prepare students for independent work, the effective results of using the "Coaching" method, which is widely used in foreign education, and the criteria for evaluating students' independent work in the credit-module system for studying the topics covered in the "History of Pedagogy" module will be highlighted.
DEVELOPMENT OF LEARNING COMPETENCIES OF STUDENTS IN THE PROCESS OF INDEPENDENT STUDY DEVELOPMENT OF LEARNING COMPETENCIES OF STUDENTS IN THE PROCESS OF INDEPENDENT STUDY
Authors:   Head at the Department of Architecture, Candidate of Pedagogical Sciences, Associate Professor at Karakalpak State University, Uzbekistan, Islamovich Alyaminov Xayrulla
Published: May 2024

This article deals with the determination of ways for students in higher education institutions of our country to achieve success in the field of entrepreneurship, entrepreneurship as a process, a complex chain of actions -starting from the search for an entrepreneurial idea and ending with a concrete project of the organization that allows the production of products necessary for consumers.
ĐÁNH GIÁ ĐIỀU KIỆN KHÍ TƯỢNG NÔNG NGHIỆP BẤT LỢI ĐỐI VỚI SẢN XUẤT LÚA TRONG VỤ ĐÔNG XUÂN NĂM 2023 SO VỚI NĂM 2022
Authors: Nguyễn Đăng Mậu  , Nguyễn Hữu Quyền  , Trịnh Hoàng Dương  , Trần Thị Tâm  , Nguyễn Hồng Sơn
Published: May 2024

Đánh giá điều kiện khí tượng nông nghiệp (KTNN) đối với vụ sản xuất đã qua nhằm đúc rút kinh nghiệm, nâng cao năng lực phục vụ sản xuất nông nghiệp hiệu quả trong những năm tiếp theo là rất quan trọng. Bài báo đã đánh giá được ảnh hưởng của thời tiết đối với sản xuất lúa vụ đông xuân năm 2023 ở Việt Nam. Dữ liệu hàng ngày của 143 trạm khí tượng trong cả nước được sử dụng bao gồm số giờ nắng, nhiệt độ trung bình, lượng mưa. Sử dụng phương pháp nhận dạng thời tiết, nghiên cứu đã đánh giá được ảnh hưởng của các điều kiện thời tiết bất lợi đến sản xuất trong 3 giai đoạn phát triển chính của cây lúa. Kết quả đánh giá cho thấy điều kiện nhiệt và ẩm bất lợi trong vụ đông xuân năm 2023 cao hơn năm 2022, nhưng chủ yếu ở vùng núi cao không phải đất trồng lúa. Thiệt hại trong vụ đông xuân năm 2023 cũng thấp hơn so với năm 2022. Do đó, về tổng thể điều kiện KTNN bất lợi đối với sản xuất lúa trong vụ đông xuân năm 2022 cao hơn năm 2023. Điều này là một trong những nguyên nhân dẫn đến năng suất lúa vụ đông xuân năm 2023 cao hơn so với năm 2022.
THỊ TRƯỜNG CÁC-BON: CÁC THÁCH THỨC VÀ HƯỚNG PHÁT TRIỂN
Authors: Đặng Quang Thịnh  , Đào Minh Trang  , Nguyễn Hoài Thu  , Bế Ngọc Diệp  , Nguyễn Thị Quỳnh Nga
Published: May 2024

Biến đổi khí hậu đã trở thành xu thế không thể đảo ngược và là thách thức lớn đối với nhân loại. Biến đổi khí hậu (BĐKH) đã và đang tác động đến mọi mặt: Kinh tế, chính trị, ngoại giao, an ninh toàn cầu. Mỗi quốc gia phải chủ động thích ứng với BĐKH nhằm hạn chế các tác động tiêu cực, đồng thời có trách nhiệm giảm phát thải khí nhà kính nhằm giữ cho mức tăng nhiệt độ trung bình toàn cầu ở ngưỡng dưới 1,5°C vào cuối thế kỷ này so với nhiệt độ trung bình toàn cầu thời kỳ tiền công nghiệp. Để ứng phó tình trạng khẩn cấp về khí hậu đang diễn ra, các nước đã triển khai nhiều hoạt động giảm nhẹ phát thải khí nhà kính, trong đó có việc xây dựng và phát triển thị trường các-bon. Bài viết này được tiến hành dựa trên nghiên cứu và rà soát tài liệu thứ cấp. Các nội dung và kết quả chính bao gồm: Tổng quan về các loại thị trường các-bon trên thế giới, các thách thức khi tham gia thị trường các-bon; hạn ngạch phát thải khí nhà kính và tín chỉ các-bon; cơ chế tạo tín chỉ các-bon và điều kiện để trở thành cơ quan thẩm định, xác nhận tín chỉ các-bon. Cuối cùng, bài viết sẽ đề xuất việc phát triển thị trường các-bon phù hợp với điều kiện tại Việt Nam.
NGHIÊN CỨU ỨNG DỤNG MÔ HÌNH HEC-RESSIM VẬN HÀNH HỆ THỐNG LIÊN HỒ CHỨA TRONG MÙA LŨ TRÊN LƯU VỰC SÔNG CẢ
Authors: Trần Đức Thiện  , Nguyễn Thị Hải Yến  , Lê Văn Quy
Published: May 2024

Vận hành hệ thống liên hồ chứa theo quy trình hiện nay đang là một bài toán được quan tâm và nghiên cứu. Nghiên cứu này bước đầu áp dụng thử nghiệm mô hình HEC-RESSIM tính toán điều tiết liên hồ chứa trên lưu vực sông Cả, thử nghiệm cho trận lũ lớn đã xảy ra trong quá khứ. Kết quả bài toán điều tiết liên hồ chứa Bản Vẽ, Khe Bố, Bản Mồng, Ngàn Trươi và Hố Hô cho thấy hiệu quả cắt lũ đã tăng lên rõ rệt. Đường quá trình lưu lượng nước tại các trạm thủy văn Con Cuông, Nghĩa Khánh, Chợ Tràng, Linh Cảm sau khi điều tiết cho thấy không những quá trình lũ đã được cắt giảm hợp lý mà cả lưu lượng đỉnh lũ cũng được giảm đi rất nhiều. Điều này cho thấy hiệu quả rõ ràng của điều tiết lũ liên hồ chứa trên sông Cả khi áp dụng mô hình HEC-RESSIM cho trận lũ năm 1973, 1988. Nghiên cứu đã ứng dụng được mô hình mở HEC-RESSIM cho bài toán điều tiết lũ hệ thống liên hồ chứa trên sông Cả với các câu lệnh bổ sung cho các hồ chứa khi điều tiết để cắt giảm lũ theo quy trình vận hành liên hồ chứa. Kết quả áp dụng khá tốt, phù hợp với bài toán tính toán điều tiết liên hồ chứa trên lưu vực sông.
Pengaruh Tanggung Jawab Sosial Perusahaan Terhadap Kinerja Perusahaan Dengan Variabel Pemoderasi Ukuran Perusahaan
Authors: Lestari Hanifah , Istianingsih Istianingsih , Mukti Aloysius Harry
Published: May 2024

This research aims to examine Corporate Social Responsibility on Company Performance Moderating Company Size. The population in this research is all Industrials Sector companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange 2019-2022. The variables used in this research are Company Performance as the dependent variable; Corporate Social Responsibility as an independent variable; and Company Size as a moderating variable. The sampling technique used was the purposive sampling method and a sample of 48 companies was obtained. The analysis methods used are Descriptive Statistical Analysis, Classical Assumption Test, Correlation Test, Multiple Linear Regression Test, and Hypothesis Test. The research results show that Corporate Social Responsibility has a positive effect on Company Performance. As well as Company Size as a moderating variable which cannot moderate the relationship between Corporate Social Responsibility and Company Performance.
Pengaruh Indeks Pembangunan Manusia dan Pengangguran terhadap Kemiskinan di Jawa Timur
Authors: Zanzibar Dani , Rahmadhania Fika , Kiswanda Ratri , Rohmi Misfi Laili
Published: May 2024

Kemiskinan adalah masalah yang melanda seluruh dunia menghalangi kemajuan masyarakat. Ini adalah permasalahan yang rumit dan tidak pernah berakhir, yang telah lama dirasakan oleh penduduk negara berkembang termasuk Indonesia. Penelitian ini memiliki tujuan untuk mengilustrasikan dampak Indeks Pembangunan Manusia dan tingkat Pengangguran terhadap tingkat Kemiskinan di wilayah Jawa Timur. Penelitian ini menggunakan data yang ada dengan metode kuantitatif pada rentang waktu 2012-2023. Data tersebut diperoleh melalui internet Badan Pusat Statistik Provinsi Jawa Timur. Regresi Linier Berganda merupakan metode penelitian yang digunakan. Penelitian ini menyimpulkan bahwa Indeks Pembangunan Manusia memiliki hubungan positif signifikan dengan kemiskinan, sedangkan tingkat pengangguran memiliki hubungan negatif dengan kemiskinan. Namun, secara bersamaan, faktor-faktor seperti IPM dan tingkat pengangguran memiliki dampak yang saling berhubungan terhadap tingkat kemiskinan.