bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
La biogéographie
Authors: Guilbert Éric
Published: June 2024

Les progrès récents des méthodes d’analyse en biologie, impliquant différentes disciplines, ouvrent un large panel d’études qui fait aujourd’hui de la biogéographie une approche intégrative de l’évolution du vivant. En tant que telle, la biogéographie va bien au-delà d’une simple description de la répartition des espèces vivantes sur Terre.La biogéographie est une discipline où écologistes et évolutionnistes cherchent à comprendre la manière dont les espèces vivantes s’organisent en relation avec leur environnement. Face aux défis majeurs tels que le réchauffement climatique, l’extinction massive d’espèces ou les pandémies, la biogéographie fournit les éléments indispensables à l’élaboration des solutions.La biogéographie présente un large aperçu des différents domaines de cette discipline. Les auteurs internationaux y développent différentes analyses sur la base de leurs connaissances et de leur expérience, illustrant les vastes domaines couverts par la biogéographie.
Politiques de la carte
Authors: Debarbieux Bernard , Hirt Irène
Published: June 2024

Les cartes et la cartographie sont fondamentalement politiques. Qu’elles soient autoritaires, hégémoniques, participatives ou contestataires, elles sont souvent guidées par le souci d’avoir prise sur l’espace, et régulièrement traversées par des rapports de pouvoir.Politiques de la carte dresse le bilan des connaissances acquises et des débats conduits dans le champ de la cartographie critique depuis une trentaine d’années. Cet ouvrage regroupe aussi des analyses des innovations sémiologiques, sociales et technologiques récentes dans le domaine de la conception, de la production, de la circulation et de l’usage des cartes, et plus généralement de l’information géographique.Des enjeux de la carte pour les États modernes à ceux du numérique, en passant par les cartes produites par les peuples autochtones ou les organisations de défense des migrants et des migrantes en Europe, les perspectives sont tant historiques que contemporaines.
La décision en innovation
Authors: Enjolras Manon , Galvez Daniel
Published: June 2024

Les réflexions scientifiques sur la manière de piloter l’innovation se sont récemment développées. Le constat est le suivant : allant de l’idéation jusqu’à la mise en échelle, le processus d’innovation est composé d’une succession de prises de décisions qui nécessitent de faire, de manière simultanée, des compromis techniques, économiques, organisationnels et durables. Dans toutes les activités innovantes de l’entreprise, les parties prenantes doivent chercher le meilleur compromis entre diverses dimensions, souvent contradictoires, d’un même problème.À travers des cas pratiques issus de domaines variés (énergie, marketing, développement durable, etc.), La décision en innovation parcourt l’ensemble des étapes du processus d’innovation et met en lumière les principales décisions qui peuvent en résulter.Cet ouvrage s’appuie sur les travaux de recherches historiques conduites à l’Université de Lorraine et présente six bonnes pratiques d’innovation (stratégie, créativité, conception, gestion de projet, ressources humaines et capitalisation des connaissances) illustrées par des exemples d’application de méthodes d’aide à la décision.
Le développement des aciers à très haute résistance
Authors: Gouné Mohamed , Iung Thierry , Schmitt Jean-Hubert
Published: June 2024

Au cours des dernières années, d’importants développements ont été réalisés pour accroître la résistance mécanique des aciers afin d’alléger le poids total des structures, en particulier celui des véhicules automobiles. Selon les applications visées, l’augmentation de cette caractéristique ne doit pas se faire aux dépens des propriétés de mise en forme et d’usage. Le développement d’aciers à très haute résistance nécessite la recherche de nouveaux compromis entre ces propriétés afin d’optimiser la microstructure finale.Le développement des aciers à très haute résistance analyse les interactions entre les propriétés mécaniques en traction et les propriétés tels que l’écrouissage, l’anisotropie, la tenue en service, la tenue en fatigue, la résistance à la corrosion, la résistance au crash, la tenue en bords, la tenue à l’hydrogène ou la soudabilité. Cet ouvrage s’intéresse également aux liens qui existent entre les paramètres microstructuraux d’aciers à très haute résistance et les propriétés suscitées. Il met en lumière les développements métallurgiques qui ont été nécessaires à l’émergence de ces nouvelles générations d’aciers.Enfin, il invite le lecteur à se projeter dans les développements futurs des aciers à très haute résistance.
Effect of colloidal particle size on physicochemical properties and aggregation behaviors of two alkaline soils
Authors: Yan Yuyang , Zhang Xinran , Xu Chenyang , Liu Junjun , Hu Feinan , Geng Zengchao
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Soil colloidal particles are the most active components of all, and they also vary in elemental composition and environmental behaviors with the particle size. The purposes of the present study are to clarify how particle size affects the physiochemical properties and aggregation kinetics of soil colloids, and to further reveal the underlying mechanisms. Soil colloidal particles from two alkaline soils—Lou soil and cinnamon soil were subdivided into three ranges: d < 2 μm, d < 1 μm and d < 100 nm. The organic and inorganic carbon contents, clay mineralogy, surface electrochemical properties, including surface functional groups and zeta potentials, were characterized. Through time-resolved light scattering technique, the aggregation kinetics of soil colloidal fractions were investigated, and their critical coagulation concentrations (CCCs) were determined. With decreasing colloidal particle diameter, the total carbon content, organic carbon, organic functional groups content and illite content all increased. The absolute zeta potential values and the charge variability decreased with decreasing particle diameter. The CCC values of Lou soil and cinnamon soil colloids followed the descending order of d < 100 nm, d < 1 μm, d < 2 μm. Compared with the course factions (d < 1 μm and d < 2 μm), soil nanoparticles were more abundant in organic carbon and more stable clay minerals (d < 100 nm), thus they exhibited strongest colloidal suspension stability. The differences in organic matter contents and clay mineralogy are the fundamental reasons for the differences in colloidal suspension stability behind the size effects of Lou soil and cinnamon soil colloids. The present study revealed the size effects of two alkaline soil colloids on carbon content, clay minerals, surface properties and suspension stability, emphasizing that soil nanoparticles are prone to be more stably dispersed instead of being aggregated. These findings can provide references for in-depth understanding of the environmental behaviors of the heterogeneous soil organic-mineral complexes.
Intensified future heat extremes linked with increasing ecosystem water limitation
Authors: Denissen Jasper M. C. , Teuling Adriaan J. , Koirala Sujan , Reichstein Markus , Balsamo Gianpaolo , Vogel Martha M. , Yu Xin , Orth René
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Heat extremes have severe implications for human health, ecosystems, and the initiation of wildfires. While they are mostly introduced by atmospheric circulation patterns, the intensity of heat extremes is modulated by terrestrial evaporation associated with soil moisture availability. Thereby, ecosystems provide evaporative cooling through plant transpiration and soil evaporation, which can be reduced under water stress. While it has been shown that regional ecosystem water limitation is projected to increase in the future, the respective repercussions on heat extremes remain unclear. In this study, we use projections from 12 Earth system models to show that projected changes in heat extremes are amplified by increasing ecosystem water limitation in regions across the globe. We represent the ecosystem water limitation with the ecosystem limitation index (ELI) and quantify temperature extremes through the differences between the warm-season mean and maximum temperatures. We identify hotspot regions in tropical South America and across Canada and northern Eurasia where relatively strong trends towards increased ecosystem water limitation jointly occur with amplifying heat extremes. This correlation is governed by the magnitude of the ELI trends and the present-day ELI which denotes the land–atmosphere coupling strength determining the temperature sensitivity to evaporative cooling. Many regions where ecosystem functioning is predominantly energy-limited or transitional in the present climate exhibit strong trends towards increasing the water limitation and simultaneously experience the largest increases in heat extremes. Sensitivity of temperature excess trends to ELI trends is highest in water-limited regions, such that in these regions relatively small ELI trends can amount to drastic temperature excess trends. Therefore, considering the ecosystem's water limitation is key for assessing the intensity of future heat extremes and their corresponding impacts.
Development of the MPAS-CMAQ Coupled System (V1.0) for Multiscale Global Air Quality Modeling
Authors: Wong David C. , Willison Jeff , Pleim Jonathan E. , Sarwar Golam , Beidler James , Bullock Russ , Herwehe Jerold A. , Gilliam Rob , Kang Daiwen , Hogrefe Christian , Pouliot George , Foroutan Hosein
Published: June 2024

Abstract. The Community Multiscale Air Quality (CMAQ) model has been used for regulatory purposes at the US EPA and in the research community for decades. In 2012, we released the WRF-CMAQ coupled model that enables aerosol information from CMAQ to affect meteorological processes through direct effects on shortwave radiation. Both CMAQ and WRF-CMAQ are considered limited area models. Recently, we have extended domain coverage to global scale linking the meteorological Model for Prediction Across Scales – Atmosphere (MPAS-A, hereafter referred simply to as MPAS) with CMAQ to form the MPASCMAQ global coupled model. To configure these three different models, i.e. CMAQ (offline), WRF-CMAQ, and MPASCMAQ, we have developed the Advanced Air Quality Modelling System (AAQMS) for constructing each of them effortlessly. We evaluate this newly-built MPAS-CMAQ coupled model using two global configurations: a 120 km uniform mesh and a 92–25 km variable mesh with the finer area over North America. Preliminary computational tests show good scalability and model evaluation, a three years simulation (2014–2016) for the uniform mesh case and a monthly simulation of January and July 2016 for the variable mesh case, on ozone and PM2.5, show reasonable performance with respect to observations. The 92–25 km configuration has a high bias in wintertime surface ozone across the United States and this bias is consistent with the 120 km result. Summertime surface ozone in the 92–25 km configuration is less biased than the 120 km case. The MPAS-CMAQ system reasonably reproduces the daily variability of daily average PM from the Air Quality System (AQS) network.
Procedure for the Orientation of Laser Triangulation Sensors to a Stereo Camera System for the Inline Measurement of Rubber Extrudate
Authors: Albers Simon , Rofallski Robin , Hagen Paul-Felix , Luhmann Thomas
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Rubber production is a labour-intensive process. In order to reduce the needed number of workers and the waste of material, the level of digitalisation should be increased. One part of the production is the extrusion to produce gaskets and similar objects. An automated observation of the continuous rubber extrudate enables an early intervention in the production process. In addition to chemical monitoring, the geometrical observation of the extrudate is an important aspect of the quality control. For this purpose, we use laser triangulation sensors (LTS) at the beginning and the end of the cooling phase of the extrudate after the extrusion. The LTS acquire two-dimensional profiles at a constant frequency. To combine these profiles into a three-dimensional model of the extrudate, the movement of the extrudate has to be tracked. Since the extrudate is moved over a conveyor belt, the conveyor belt can be tracked by a stereo camera system to deduce the movement of the extrudate. For the correct usage of the tracking, the orientation between the LTS and the stereo camera system needs to be known. A calibration object that considers the different data from the LTS and the camera system was developed to determine the orientation. Afterwards, the orientation can be used to combine arbitrary profiles. The measurement setup, consisting of the LTS, the stereo camera system and the conveyor belt, is explained. The development of the calibration object, the algorithm for evaluating the orientation data and the combination of the LTS profiles are described. Finally, experiments with real extrusion data are presented to validate the results and compare three variations of data evaluation. Two use the calculated orientation, but have different tracking approaches and one without any orientation necessary.
Practical Techniques for Vision-Language Segmentation Model in Remote Sensing
Authors: Lin Yuting , Suzuki Kumiko , Sogo Shinichiro
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Traditional semantic segmentation models often struggle with poor generalizability in zero-shot scenarios such as recognizing attributes unseen in the training labels. On the other hands, language-vision models (VLMs) have shown promise in improving performance on zero-shot tasks by leveraging semantic information from textual inputs and fusing this information with visual features. However, existing VLM-based methods do not perform as effectively on remote sensing data due to the lack of such data in their training datasets. In this paper, we introduce a two-stage fine-tuning approach for a VLM-based segmentation model using a large remote sensing image-caption dataset, which we created using an existing image-caption model. Additionally, we propose a modified decoder and a visual prompt technique using a saliency map to enhance segmentation results. Through these methods, we achieve superior segmentation performance on remote sensing data, demonstrating the effectiveness of our approach.
From research to production: radiometric block adjustment to automate and improve tonal adjustment of orthomosaics created from airborne images
Authors: Markelin Lauri , Sippo Mikko , Leiso Petri , Honkavaara Eija
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Production of orthophotos and orthomosaics from airborne imaging has been standard procedure of National mapping agencies for decades. Various aspects affect to the colour, or tones of the images: time of the day and year, atmosphere, illumination conditions, view and illumination angle, BRDF-effects (Bi-directional reflectance distribution function), object, sensor, and whole imaging system. Quantitative and automated solution for creating evenly coloured image mosaics is to use method based on radiometric block adjustment, that has similarities to more well-known geometric block adjustment. We have applied radiometric block adjustment method called RadBA, originally developed for drone image blocks collected with hyperspectral sensor, to image block collected with large-format photogrammetric camera. Goals of our work are: 1) to speed up orthophoto deliveries to Finish Food Authority used for EU farming subsidies monitoring, 2) improve the quality of images delivered to Finnish Forest Centre used for forest inventory, and 3) to automate, fasten and improve the current colour balancing process of orthophotos at National Land Survey of Finland. RadBA-based tonal processing with 4-parameter BRDF-correction was able to clearly improve the tonal quality of the image mosaic collected during three different dates. We still need to automate various steps of the RadBA-workflow and improve final steps in converting 16-bits per band mosaics to visually good looking 8-bits per band mosaics. Our long-term goal is to create tonally high quality, seamless orthomosaic of whole Finland.
A Probabilistic-based Drift Correction Module for Visual Inertial SLAMs
Authors: Navard Pouyan , Yilmaz Alper
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Positioning is a prominent field of study, notably focusing on Visual Inertial Odometry (VIO) and Simultaneous Localization and Mapping (SLAM) methods. Despite their advancements, these methods often encounter dead-reckoning errors that leads to considerable drift in estimated platform motion especially during long traverses. In such cases, the drift error is not negligible and should be rectified. Our proposed approach minimizes the drift error by correcting the estimated motion generated by any SLAM method at each epoch. Our methodology treats positioning measurements rendered by the SLAM solution as random variables formulated jointly in a multivariate distribution. In this setting, The correction of the drift becomes equivalent to finding the mode of this multivariate distribution which jointly maximizes the likelihood of a set of relevant geo-spatial priors about the platform motion and environment. Our method is integrable into any SLAM/VIO method as an correction module. Our experimental results shows the effectiveness of our approach in minimizing the drift error by 10× in long treverses.
Integrating Widespread Coral Reef Monitoring Tools for Managing both Area and Point Annotations
Authors: Pavoni Gaia , Pierce Jordan , Edwards Clinton B. , Corsini Massimiliano , Petrovic Vid , Cignoni Paolo
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Large-area image acquisition techniques are essential in underwater investigations: high-resolution 3D image-based reconstructions have improved coral reef monitoring by enabling novel seascape ecological analysis. Artificial intelligence (AI) offers methods for significantly accelerating image data interpretation, such as automatically recognizing, enumerating, and measuring organisms. However, the rapid proliferation of these technological achievements has led to a relative lack of standardization of methods. Remarkably, there are notable differences in procedures for generating human and AI annotations, and there is also a scarcity of publicly available datasets and shared machine-learning models. The lack of standard procedures makes it challenging to compare and reproduce scientific findings. One way to overcome this problem is to make the most used platforms by coral reef scientists interoperable so that the analyses can all be exported into a common format. This paper introduces functionality to promote interoperability between three popular open-source software tools dedicated to the digital study of coral reefs: TagLab, CoralNet, and Viscore. As users of each platform may have different analysis pipelines, we discuss several workflows for managing and processing point and area annotations, improving collaboration among these tools. Our work sets the foundation for a more seamless ecosystem that maintains the established investigation procedures of various laboratories but allows for easier result sharing.
Towards Estimation of 3D Poses and Shapes of Animals from Oblique Drone Imagery
Authors: Shukla Vandita , Morelli Luca , Remondino Fabio , Micheli Andrea , Tuia Devis , Risse Benjamin
Published: June 2024

Abstract. Wildlife research in both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems now deploys drone technology for tasks such as monitoring, census counts and habitat analysis. Unlike camera traps, drones offer real-time flexibility for adaptable flight paths and camera views, thus making them ideal for capturing multi-view data on wildlife like zebras or lions. With recent advancements in animals’ 3D shape & pose estimation, there is an increasing interest in bringing 3D analysis from ground to sky by means of drones. The paper reports some activities of the EU-funded WildDrone project and performs, for the first time, 3D analyses of animals exploiting oblique drone imagery. Using parametric model fitting, we estimate 3D shape and pose of animals from frames of a monocular RGB video. With the goal of appending metric information to parametric animal models using photogrammetric evidence, we propose a pipeline where we perform a point cloud reconstruction of the scene to scale and localize the animal within the 3D scene. Challenges, planned next steps and future directions are also reported.
Mobile Phone Based Indoor Mapping
Authors: Strecha Christoph , Rehak Martin , Cucci Davide
Published: June 2024

Abstract. We presented a mobile phone scanning solution that offers a workflow for scanning not only small spaces, where drift can be neglected, but also larger spaces where it becomes a major accuracy issue. The LiDAR and image data is combined to build 3D representations of indoor spaces. The paper does focus on the drift compensation for larger scans on the mobile phone by using AutoTags detections. We show that those can also be used to combine scans from multiple independent scans.
Large-Scale 3D Terrain Reconstruction Using 3D Gaussian Splatting for Visualization and Simulation
Authors: Chen Meida , Lal Devashish , Yu Zifan , Xu Jiuyi , Feng Andrew , You Suya , Nurunnabi Abdul , Shi Yangming
Published: June 2024

Abstract. The fusion of low-cost unmanned aerial systems (UAS) with advanced photogrammetric techniques has revolutionized 3D terrain reconstruction, enabling the automated creation of detailed models. Concurrently, the advent of 3D Gaussian Splatting has introduced a paradigm shift in 3D data representation, offering visually realistic renditions distinct from traditional polygon-based models. Our research builds upon this foundation, aiming to integrate Gaussian Splatting into interactive simulations for immersive virtual environments. We address challenges such as collision detection by adopting a hybrid approach, combining Gaussian Splatting with photogrammetry-derived meshes. Through comprehensive experimentation covering varying terrain sizes and Gaussian densities, we evaluate scalability, performance, and limitations. Our findings contribute to advancing the use of advanced computer graphics techniques for enhanced 3D terrain visualization and simulation.
ANALISIS SEMIOTIKA TIPOGRAFI PADA KEMASAN KONDOM DUREX INVISIBLE: VISIBLE ATAU INVISIBLE (?)
Authors: RIhi Samuel
Published: June 2024

This text seeks to explore the complexities of typography and its intersections with gender and sexuality as seen in the typography on the packaging of Durex INVISIBLE condoms, using several semiotic typography analysis features offered by Theo van Leeuwen. The curvature feature distinguishes the use of rounded and angular shapes at every character corner, which symbolically represent masculinity and femininity, and illustrate the sexual pleasure that can be experienced by both women and men. The rounded text on the word "INVISIBLE" highlights the condom's advantage as an extremely thin and sensitive product, creating a perception of softness, gentleness, and a natural experience, as if not wearing a condom at all. Meanwhile, the angular shapes on the words "Extra Thin" and "Extra Sensitive" emphasize professionalism and the use of modern technology in condom manufacturing. The orientation feature demonstrates the product's ability to attract a wider audience, while regularity emphasizes Durex's positive sex campaign and the company's efforts to change the negative stigma surrounding condoms and sexuality. On one hand, this text demonstrates the influence of capitalism in positioning itself towards the target audience through the typography used. On the other hand, through the typography on this product packaging, sex dynamically evolves, constantly mutating to challenge essentialist understandings of itself.
Broken Bodies, Fractured Places
Authors: Metcalfe Carly-Jay
Published: June 2024

What happens when a place writes itself into our bodies, and when broken bodies write from fractured places? I have been immersed in a sick body after being born into the “kingdom of the sick” (Sontag 2013, p.1) when I was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis at nine weeks of age. Consequently, I have spent a substantial amount of time in hospital—a place we go to ‘get better’. My hospital bed is a place I have always written—often with friends dying around me and in the face of immense physical and existential suffering. Being creative in an institutionalised setting has allowed me to resist the feeling of confinement, where I’m able to establish routine and agency to try and create some order among the disorder. The concept of place became especially significant when I was placed in isolation due to being immunosuppressed following a double lung transplant in 1998. The landscape changed from one of community to one that was more solitary and dystopian. A liminality of place exists between home and hospital, and this creative work contemplates how a multidimensionality of creativity can exist, and indeed thrive, within an institutionalised setting.
Penguatan Nilai-Nilai Luhur Pancasila Dalam Al-Qur’an Kepada Peserta Didik Pada Layanan Bimbingan Konseling
Authors: Nasution Toni , Hafizi M. Zainul , Siregar Hendri
Published: June 2024

Counselors as teacher's guidance and counseling should provide reinforcement of the noble values ??of Pancasila in the Qur'an in teaching and learning activities so that students are able to control themselves as good and obedient students in the life of the nation and state. Pancasila sublime value is embedded as the foundation of the Indonesian people who are the spirit of the nation. Administratively, in the 1945 Constitution, Pancasila contains the values ??of national character education which play an important role as a spiritual dimension, a cultural dimension and an institutional dimension. For this reason, the noble values ??of the Pancasila should be practiced in life and lived rather not only as symbols. Often the slogan of the Pancasila noble values ??is a guideline for the life of the nation and state and a reflection of religion because Pancasila itself is contained in the Qur'an itself. Indeed, the precepts in Pancasila, accept things, which are also new to Muslims. Affirmation to the essence of God, humanity, unity, deliberation and justice is a terminology that is widely used in the Qur'an to be the goal of Islamic prescribed. The problem among the natives with the packaging of Pancasila is indigenous (non-Arabic) so that the taboo and blind people judge it as a value that comes from religion. In this case, this article will be discussed in depth and analytically so as to be able to open up the discourse of thinking about the noble values ??of the Pancasila itself contained in the Qur'an.
Implementation of the SIAP Desa Application To Improve Public Services In Pao-Pao Village, Tanete Rilau District, Barru Regency
Authors: Nurlia Nurlia , Samsibar Samsibar
Published: June 2024

This research aims to determine: Implementation of public services based on the Village SIAP application in Pao-Pao Village, Tanete Rilau District, Barru Regency. And to find out the supporting factors in implementing public services based on the Village SIAP application in Pao-Pao Village, Tanete Rilau District, Barru Regency. The method used in this research is qualitative, data collection techniques consist of participant observation, in-depth interviews and documentation studies. The results of this research show that the ease of use of the Village SIAP application in Pao-Pao Village can reduce manual service procedures that can take hours to just a few minutes. The supporting factors in implementing public services based on the Village SIAP application are training in application operation, community participation, government support, the existence of computer equipment and a WiFi network at the village office.
High School Students’ Statistical Literacy Changes in a Flipped Classroom Environment: A Quasi-Experimental Study
Authors: Pham Nga Thi , Tran Dung , Nguyen An Tan Thi , Huynh Binh Tri
Published: June 2024

Statistics in the 2018 Vietnam General Education Curriculum for Mathematics is emphasized from Grade 2 to Grade 12, helping develop students’ competences and qualities. However, students still struggle to connect and apply statistical concepts to real-life situations. This study used a flipped classroom model to teach 10th-graders statistics to develop their statistical literacy. Using a quasi-experimental design, we evaluated how the students’ statistical literacy developed as they participated in the flipped classroom. The results show that the flipped classroom improves students’ statistical literacy. All four categories of statistical literacy increased statistically significantly, including graphical displays, measures of central tendency, measures of variability, and using statistical knowledge to solve problems. The results are explained by the opportunities embedded into the program. Time outside of class was used for the students to review content and access new concepts, along with questions to demonstrate their statistical knowledge and reveal shortcomings. The students spent the most of their interaction time in class on activities to understand concepts and applied them to real-life situations. Some lessons learned from the study are discussed.
Examining the Impact of University Teaching Quality on Learning Engagement: A Cross-sectional Study in Vietnam
Authors: Nguyen Trung Dang
Published: June 2024

This study aims to explore the impact of teaching quality on learning engagement, with the objective of crafting a framework for enhancing educational quality management in higher education institutions. To achieve this goal, the study employed a theoretical model of education assessment originating from Western contexts and applied it to a research sample from Vietnam. By adapting two measurement tools and testing methodologies, the study assesses the relationship between teaching quality and academic engagement. Our study involves 244 graduate students and alumni from a Vietnamese university, with an average age of 41.8 (SD = 6.41), comprising 166 female students (68%). Results from factor analysis, reliability analysis, and correlation analysis underscore the reliability and validity of our scale for measuring course experience as a proxy for teaching quality. Furthermore, hierarchical multiple regression analysis reveals a significant correlation between course experience, reflecting the quality of teaching activities, and students’ learning engagement. Discussions of the research limitations and future research directions are also indicated in this paper.
Survey on Assessing Pressure Ulcer Prevalence and Impact Among Elderly Patients Transitioning from Home Care to Hospitalization Within Thiruvananthapuram City
Authors: S JayaKrishnan , S Nair Anand , Sukesh K.
Published: June 2024

Pressure ulcers are a significant concern among elderly patients, especially those receiving home care. This face-to-face survey aimed to characterize the socio-demographic status, health profile, and level of risk for pressure ulcers in elderly patients within the context of home care, as well as to assess the prevalence of pressure ulcers. Data were collected through interviews using a pre-prepared questionnaire. A total of 230 participants were included in the study. The findings reveal valuable insights into the vulnerability of elderly patients in home care settings. Among the participants, 73 individuals were identified having pressure ulcers, representing approximately 31.7% of the surveyed population. This prevalence underscores the significance of pressure ulcers in this demographic and highlights the need for increased attention to prevention and care. The socio-demographic profile of the elderly patients revealed a diverse population. Age group of the participant in the survey ranged from 65 to 90 years. Mean age of the patients with pressure ulcers found to be above 75 years. The majority of participants were females (62.2%), reflecting the higher life expectancy of women in India. The health profile of the participants indicated a range of comorbidities. Diabetes, hypertension, and musculoskeletal disorders were prevalent among the elderly patients. These underlying health conditions contribute to the vulnerability of this population to pressure ulcers, as immobility and compromised circulation are common consequences. Despite the recognition of pressure ulcer risk, not all patients at risk were found to be following preventive measures properly. This underscores the importance of improved patient education and support, both during hospitalization and in the home care setting. Effective communication mechanisms between healthcare services are crucial to ensure adequate coordination and facilitate the continuity of care and patient safety. The study highlights the need for enhanced orientation and training for both patients and caregivers to mitigate the risk of pressure ulcers. In conclusion, this face-to-face survey sheds light on the socio-demographic status, health profile, and pressure ulcer risk among elderly patients receiving home care. The prevalence of pressure ulcers in this population is a cause for concern, and efforts should be directed toward better education, prevention, and coordination of care to ensure the well-being of elderly patients in the home care setting. By addressing these issues, healthcare providers can enhance patient safety and overall quality of life for this vulnerable demographic.

Key words: Pressure Ulcers, Elderly Patients, Home Care, Comorbidities, Prevention
A Brief Review on Pharmacological Potential of Allium porrum
Authors: Albuquerque Shanthi Maria , Shenoy M Ashoka
Published: June 2024

Allium porrum is a major vegetable crop worldwide. Most of its production and consumption is in western Europe, with France and Belgium being the world's greatest producers. Dry leek is the most consumed vegetable after potato. Allium porrum is an herbaceous plant from the Liliaceae family and has been widely used in Persian foods as a flavour component. The Allium ampeloprasum is categorized into wild leek, cultivated leek, kurrat, pearl onion, tare and great-headed garlic based on their diverse cytogenetic and morphological characters. Leeks are known for their characteristic flavour and medicinal value. Leeks have excellent nutritional properties and are a rich source of bioactive compounds and phytochemicals, Leaves contains lot of fibre, calcium, phosphorus, vitamin A, vitamin B1, vitamin B2 and vitamin C. Consumption of leeks causes a reduction of the risk of hypercholesterolemia, blood pressure, arteriosclerosis and platelet aggregation which helps in the prevention of cardiovascular diseases. Besides these, the leeks have antimicrobial activity against various bacteria and fungi and viruses.

Keywords: Allium, Allium porrum, leek, gallic acid, organosulfur compounds, pharmacological activities.
The Effect of Self-Control and Sales Promotion on Consumptive Behavior on Consumer Social Commerce TikTok Shop
Authors: Maharani Yusrizha , Aulia Adnans Abdhy
Published: June 2024

This study aims to determine the effect of self-control and sales promotion partially or simultaneously on consumptive behavior in TikTok Shop social commerce consumers. The research method used in this research is a quantitative method explanatory design with an accidental sampling method. The sample in this study amounted to 351 people. Data collection was carried out using a Likert scale consisting of a consumptive behavior scale, a self-control scale, and a sales promotion scale. Multiple linear regression analysis techniques were used to test the proposed hypothesis. The results showed that: (1) self-control has a significant negative effect on consumptive behavior in TikTok Shop social commerce consumers (p = 0.000; t = -5.221; r partial = -0.270). (2) sales promotion has a significant positive effect on consumptive behavior in TikTok Shop social commerce consumers (p = 0.000; t = 17.351; r partial = 0.681). (3) Self-control and sales promotion simultaneously affect consumptive behavior in TikTok Shop social commerce consumers (p = 0.000; F = 160.111). (4) The results of stepwise regression analysis show that the effect of sales promotion variables on consumptive behavior is 43.8% and self-control variables on consumptive behavior is 4.1%.

Keywords: Self-Control, Sales Promotion, Consumptive Behavior, TikTok Shop
Improving Mathematical Problem-Solving Skills of Grade X Students on Arithmetic Sequence Material Through the Application of the Discovery Learning Model
Authors: Febiyanti Eka Endah , Widodo Suryo , Katminingsih Yuni
Published: June 2024

This study was motivated by the lack of student motivation caused by the assumption that math is difficult and teachers who still practice conventional learning models in learning mathematics. As a result, students have low mathematical problem solving skills. The purpose of this study is to show that the improvement of mathematical problem solving ability of students taught used Discovery Learning model is better than students taught used conventional learning model. This research used quantitative approach with quasi experimental method and The Nonequivalent Pretest Posttest Control Group Design. The population of this study was class X SMAN 4 Kediri in the 2023/2024 academic year. Sampling was done by random sampling. The instruments used in this study were lesson plans / teaching modules, pretest questions and posttest questions. Data analysis techniques used the Mann Whitney U Test. Based on the results of the study, the increase in the average pretest and posttest scores was 42.6562 with the level of students' mathematical problem solving skills increased by 40.56% in the experimental class. While in the control class, the increased in the average value of the pretest and posttest was 15.9143 with the level of students' mathematical problem solving ability increased by 16.53%. Thus, it is concluded that the improvement of mathematical problem solving ability of students taught used Discovery Learning model is better than the improvement of mathematical problem solving ability of students taught used conventional learning model.

Keywords: mathematical problem solving ability, discovery learning
Assessment of in vitro Digestibility Kinetics of Resistant Starch in Some Under-Utilized Legumes and Cereal
Authors: Samuel Akporido , Olubunmi Ayoni Ogundiran , Elizabeth Pius Danba
Published: June 2024

Normally digestible starch is a starch that digest in the small intestine. Partial starch is digested in the small intestine but not completely, in it some amount of starch used to escape digestion while resistant starch normally withstand digestion in the small intestine of healthy human beings. The study is aimed at determining the in vitro digestibility kinetics of resistance starch derived from underutilized legumes and millet). This is done by determining the proximate composition of underutilized legumes (Bambara groundnut and African yam Beans) and millet. S and analyzing the digestibility kinetics of both modified and unmodified resistant starch using alpha amylase. The result of proximate composition of cereal and legumes for modified and unmodified samples are thus; Moisture content is 6.33± 0.41 and 8.50± 0.35, Crude fiber is 2.83± 0.53 and 3.50± 0.35, the Fat content is 1.33± 0.41 and 1.67± 0.41, the Ash content is 1.17± 0.18 and 2.50± 0.35, the Protein content is 8.75± 0.03 and 13.12± 0.25 while the Carbohydrate content is 63.52± 0.56 and 57.83± 0.52. Moreso, the Proximate Composition of modified and unmodified bambara groundnut are as follows: the Moisture content has it as 15% ± 0.5 and 6.8% ± 1.0, the fats content is 1% ± 0.0 and 6.5% ± 0.0, the Fibre content is 4% ± 1.0 and 5.5% ± 0.5, the protein content is 17.50% ± 0.1 and 22.76% ± 0.0, 22.76% ± 0.0 the Carbohydrate content is 60.5% and 64.94%. The digestibility of both modified and unmodified millet is. From the result the modified and unmodified sample for Reducing sugar (mg/g) is 0.55± 0.09 and 2.7 ± 0.06, the Amylose (%) is 35.10 ± 1.81 and 28.41 ± 0.20, the Amylosepectin (%) is 64.9 ± 1.81 and 48.41 ± 0.80, the Starch damage (%) is 73.04 ± 0.02 and 1.8 ± 0.05. while the Starch undamaged (%) is 56.25 ± 0.08 and 62.40 ± 0.20. The study showed that millet is a good source of starch that will help to reduce poverty level and enhanced food security. It equally adds to knowledge by revealing the digestibility kinetics of modified millet starch to the unmodified starch and enlighten the benefits of millet starch and its uses in relation to enhance nutritional security.

Keywords: in vitro digestibility, Bambara groundnut and African yam Beans) and millet proximate analysis.
COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF WIRED AND WIRELESS SENSORS IN STRUCTURAL HEALTH MONITORING
Authors: Fasasi M. O.
Published: June 2024

Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) systems play a critical role in ensuring the safety and longevity of civil engineering infrastructure. This paper presents a comparative analysis of wired and wireless sensor technologies within SHM applications, drawing insights from scholarly literature, expert interviews, and case studies. The significance of SHM in safeguarding infrastructure durability is emphasised, considering the substantial investment and long service lifespans associated with civil engineering structures. Thematic analysis was utilized and revealed key performance criteria such as reliability, flexibility, environmental adaptability, cost-effectiveness, and maintenance requirements. Wired sensors are lauded for their reliability and accuracy, particularly in critical infrastructure projects, while wireless sensors offer greater flexibility and ease of deployment, especially in remote monitoring scenarios. Environmental adaptability remains crucial for both sensor types, with fiber optic sensors demonstrating effectiveness in harsh conditions. Expert interviews further enrich the understanding of sensor performance, highlighting opportunities for advancements in wireless sensor technology and data analytics. The paper concludes with recommendations for future research and development efforts to address existing constraints and meet the evolving needs of SHM in civil infrastructure monitoring. Overall, this comparative analysis provides valuable insights for guiding advancements in sensor technology and SHM procedures to ensure the continued safety and integrity of essential infrastructure.
Cultural Presentation of the ‘Turk’ in the history of Pakistan: From Monarchy to Modern State
Authors: Muhammad Yasir Ali
Published: June 2024

History represents itself in language and historiographical performance reflects cultural patterns. Both history and historiography not only pass through cultural windows but also create certain cultural impressions of understanding that become the dominant agent in the extension of historical meanings and identity. The importance of history is developed both with the reflection of cultural codes and creation of its own system of understanding. This relationship between the history and culture is important and diverse in case of Pak-Turk relations. Politically, Pak-Turk relations started in 1947 after the creation of Pakistan. On the other hand, this relationship dates back to the dates that encompass the history and historiography of Pakistan, the advent of Arabs in Sind for example. Following the historiographical patterns of historiography of Pakistan, this paper takes the advantage of time and analyzes the cultural representation of the ‘Turk’ from the early medieval period till now to have a cultural outlook of political, social and religious formations that represented the ‘Turk’. It focuses on the historical dialogue between different shades of political relations, Social formations and religious proximities. Paper argues that although ‘Turk’ is an integral part of ‘History of Pakistan’ yet its cultural representation through history and historiography is different on the basis of time. Its presence is essential as compared to its mode of presence. It has passed through different formations of time and its current locale is modern. Continuity of Pak-Turk relations requires more modern symbols for the representation of meaning of their recent historical ties. It also stresses on the question of existential irrelevance of traditional cultural understandings of relationship and focuses on the establishment of future contingent means for strong relations
China’s Efforts to Bring Political Stability and Economic Prosperity in the Middle East: The Case of Mending the Saudi-Iran Ties
Authors: Amjad Abbas Khan  , Muhammad Shamshad  , Farooq Arshad  , Zulqarnain Haider
Published: June 2024

The history of international relations reveals that the security of the geostrategic interests of major powers had been associated with the stability of the concerned region. Almost the whole current political scenario of the world reflects the same views. However, the case of the United States (US) is quite the opposite as it seems to secure its interests but not pay attention to the welfare of the concerned regions. This research presents an innovative model in this connection in which an attempt has been made to explore the strategies of one of the major powers i.e. China that has strived to restore political stability to gain economic prosperity in the Middle East. The research emphasizes China’s strategy for mending the Saudi-Iran ties that have widened its opportunities to build cordial relations with the regional states, especially concerning ensuring peace activities in the region. It has elaborated on China’s strategic partnership initiative through which it has minimized the non-productive US influence in the Middle East and has cashed countless opportunities to enhance its economic and political support. Specifically, after the recent Saudi-Iran rapprochement, China can now build diplomatic capitals on both sides of the Persian Gulf. Anyhow, after ensuring a peaceful environment in the Middle East, China has emerged as the most influential power that can guarantee regional security along with the security of its geostrategic interests as well. The research suggests that the deal will be helpful for the regional states to get themselves out of the longer period of instability and economic exploitation at the hands of the United States (US).
Фальсифікований алкоголь: судово-фармацевтичні, судово-наркологічні, судово-медичні наслідки для життя та здоров’я громадянина
Authors: Осинцева Аліни , Шаповалов Валентин
Published: June 2024

Ця стаття розглядає проблеми забезпечення доступу населення до безпечних, якісних і економічно доступних харчових продуктів, алкогольних напоїв та лікарських засобів, що є важливою умовою виконання конституційних норм правоохоронними органами, органами державної влади та місцевого самоврядування. Особливу увагу приділено контролю за обігом алкогольних напоїв, що гарантує їх якість та запобігає потраплянню фальсифікованого продукту в продаж. На основі аналізу судово-фармацевтичної, судово-наркологічної та судово-медичної практики в Україні, висвітлено діяльність оперативних працівників Бюро економічної безпеки України, які викривають злочинців, що підпільно виготовляють фальсифіковані лікеро-горілчані вироби. Ця діяльність завдає шкоди економіці держави та суспільному здоров'ю. Запропоновано вдосконалити методику розслідування злочинів за ст. 204 КК України, яка включає встановлення кола потерпілих осіб, призначення судово-медичних та судово-наркологічних експертиз, визначення рівня порушення здоров'я потерпілих та компенсацію витрат на лікування. Окремо розглянуто необхідність впровадження в Україні методології проекту Alcohol Measures for Public Health Research Alliance (AMPHORA) для виявлення, аналізу та токсикологічної оцінки обігу фальсифікованого алкоголю. Стаття також акцентує увагу на рекомендаціях ВООЗ щодо переходу на новий класифікатор МКХ-11 до 2027 року, де алкоголізм наведено у главі 06 "Психічні та поведінкові розлади і порушення нейропсихічного розвитку".