bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Amino Acids at Positions 156 and 332 in the E Protein of the West Nile Virus Subtype Kunjin Virus Classical Strain OR393 Are Involved in Plaque Size, Growth, and Pathogenicity in Mice
Authors: Tajima Shigeru , Ebihara Hideki , Lim Chang-Kweng
Published: August 2024

The West Nile virus (WNV) subtype Kunjin virus (WNVKUN) is endemic to Australia. Here, we characterized the classical WNVKUN strain, OR393. The original OR393 strain contained two types of viruses: small plaque-forming virus (SP) and large plaque-forming virus (LP). The amino acid residues at positions 156 and 332 in the E protein (E156 and E332) of SP were Ser and Lys (E156S/332K), respectively, whereas those in LP were Phe and Thr (E156F/332T). SP grew slightly faster than LP in vitro. The E protein of SP was N-glycosylated, whereas that of LP was not. Analysis using two recombinant single-mutant LP viruses, rKUNV-LP-EF156S and rKUNV-LP-ET332K, indicated that E156S enlarged plaques formed by LP, but E332K potently reduced them, regardless of the amino acid at E156. rKUNV-LP-EF156S showed significantly higher neuroinvasive ability than LP, SP, and rKUNV-LP-ET332K. Our results indicate that the low-pathogenic classical WNVKUN can easily change its pathogenicity through only a few amino acid substitutions in the E protein. It was also found that Phe at E156 of the rKUNV-LP-ET332K was easily changed to Ser during replication in vitro and in vivo, suggesting that E156S is advantageous for the propagation of WNVKUN in mammalian cells.
The Flavivirus Non-Structural Protein 5 (NS5): Structure, Functions, and Targeting for Development of Vaccines and Therapeutics
Authors: Goh Jarvis Z. H. , De Hayr Lachlan , Khromykh Alexander A. , Slonchak Andrii
Published: August 2024

Flaviviruses, including dengue (DENV), Zika (ZIKV), West Nile (WNV), Japanese encephalitis (JEV), yellow fever (YFV), and tick-borne encephalitis (TBEV) viruses, pose a significant global emerging threat. With their potential to cause widespread outbreaks and severe health complications, the development of effective vaccines and antiviral therapeutics is imperative. The flaviviral non-structural protein 5 (NS5) is a highly conserved and multifunctional protein that is crucial for viral replication, and the NS5 protein of many flaviviruses has been shown to be a potent inhibitor of interferon (IFN) signalling. In this review, we discuss the functions of NS5, diverse NS5-mediated strategies adopted by flaviviruses to evade the host antiviral response, and how NS5 can be a target for the development of vaccines and antiviral therapeutics.
Enhancing CFD Predictions with Explainable Machine Learning for Aerodynamic Characteristics of Idealized Ground Vehicles
Authors: Bounds Charles Patrick , Desai Shishir , Uddin Mesbah
Published: August 2024

Computational fluid dynamic (CFD) models and workflows are often developed in an ad hoc manner, leading to a limited understanding of interaction effects and model behavior under various conditions. Machine learning (ML) and explainability tools can help CFD process development by providing a means to investigate the interactions in CFD models and pipelines. ML tools in CFD can facilitate the efficient development of new processes, the optimization of current models, and enhance the understanding of existing CFD methods. In this study, the turbulent closure coefficient tuning of the SST k−ω Reynolds-averaged Navier–Stokes (RANS) turbulence model was selected as a case study. The objective was to demonstrate the efficacy of ML and explainability tools in enhancing CFD applications, particularly focusing on external aerodynamic workflows. Two variants of the Ahmed body model, with 25-degree and 40-degree slant angles, were chosen due to their availability and relevance as standard geometries for aerodynamic process validation. Shapley values, a concept derived from game theory, were used to elucidate the impact of varying the values of the closure coefficients on CFD predictions, chosen for their robustness in providing clear and interpretable insights into model behavior. Various ML algorithms, along with the SHAP method, were employed to efficiently explain the relationships between the closure coefficients and the flow profiles sampled around the models. The results indicated that model coefficient β* had the greatest overall effect on the lift and drag predictions. The ML explainer model and the generated explanations were used to create optimized closure coefficients, achieving an optimal set that reduced the error in lift and drag predictions to less than 7% and 0.5% for the 25-degree and 40-degree models, respectively.
Simulation and Optimal Scheduling of Water Quality in Urban and Rural Water Supply Systems: A Case Study in the Northwest Arid Region of China
Authors: Zhang Youjia , Hu Tao , Xue Hongqin , Liu Xiaodong
Published: August 2024

The Northwest Arid Region faces the most serious resource-based water shortage in China, with challenges from engineering-, structural- and management-based water shortages. This water scarcity critically limits the socio-economic development of the region. Rational allocation of scarce water resources to achieve sustainable development of the ecological environment and economy has become a key issue in water resources research in the Northwest Arid Region. South-Central Ningxia, part of the Northwest Arid Region, exemplifies these challenges. This paper examines the urban and rural water supply projects in South-Central Ningxia. The current scheduling scheme focuses primarily on the distribution of water demand, with inadequate attention paid to water-quality requirements. Localized exceedances of water-quality standards indicate the existing scheduling scheme has failed to effectively control water-quality issues while ensuring water quantity. This study is the first to systematically evaluate the impact of the South-Central Ningxia Water Supply Project on water quality alongside field surveys and data analysis and propose an optimized scheduling scheme that addresses both water quantity and quality needs. The main findings are as follows: 1. Overall water quality is good, except for consistently high total nitrogen levels. 2. The optimized scheme significantly reduced total nitrogen levels, achieving a maximum reduction rate of 78.81%, and met all Class III standards.
Frequency Stabilization Based on a TFOID-Accelerated Fractional Controller for Intelligent Electrical Vehicles Integration in Low-Inertia Microgrid Systems
Authors: Abdelkader Mohamed , Ahmed Emad M. , Mohamed Emad A. , Aly Mokhtar , Alshahir Ahmed , Alrahili Yousef S. , Kamel Salah , Jurado Francisco , Nasrat Loai
Published: August 2024

Microgrid systems face challenges in preserving frequency stability due to the fluctuating nature of renewable energy sources (RESs), underscoring the importance of advanced frequency stabilization strategies. To ensure power system stability in situations where renewable energy significantly contributes to the energy mix, it is essential to implement load frequency controllers (LFCs). Moreover, with the widespread use of electric vehicles (EVs), leveraging battery storage from EVs for microgrid frequency control is becoming increasingly crucial. This integration enhances grid stability and offers a sustainable solution by utilizing renewable energy more efficiently and reducing dependency on traditional power sources. Therefore, this paper proposes an innovative approach to LFCs, using fractional-order control techniques to boost the resilience of the interconnected microgrid systems. The approach centers on a centralized control scheme with a tilt fractional-order integral-derivative featuring an accelerated derivative (TFOID-Accelerated) controller. The accelerated derivative component of this controller is tailored to mitigate high-frequency disturbances, while its tilt feature and fractional integration effectively handle disturbances at lower frequencies. As a result, the proposed controller is expected to efficiently counteract disturbances caused by variability in RESs and/or load changes, achieving a high level of disturbance rejection. Additionally, this paper employs the recent growth optimizer (GO) method for the optimal design of the controller’s parameter set, avoiding the need for complex control theories, elaborate disturbance observers, filters, and precise power system modeling. The GO algorithm enhances fractional-order capabilities, offering a robust solution to the challenges of renewable energy variability and demand fluctuations. This is accomplished by optimizing parameters and simplifying the control system design across different microgrid scenarios. The proposed TFOID-Accelerated LFC demonstrates superior performance in enhancing frequency stability and minimizing oscillations compared to existing controllers, including traditional proportional-integral-derivative (PID), PID-Accelerated (PIDA), and tilt-integral-derivative (TID) controllers.
Herders’ Haven or Farmers’ Foe? Exploring Multi-Stakeholder Perspectives on Grazing Reserves and Transhumance Corridors
Authors: Azerigyik Richard Apatewen , Poku-Boansi Michael , Owusu-Ansah Justice Kuffour
Published: August 2024

This study assesses the role of grazing reserves and transhumance corridor systems in enhancing sustainable transhumant pastoralism, drawing on the collaborative planning theory as its theoretical framework. This research aims to understand how these land management strategies impact the sustainability of pastoral practices from the viewpoints of various stakeholders, including farmers, herders, policymakers and local community leaders. This study adopted a mixed-method research design and an exploratory sequential mixed-method approach. Based on the research approach, this study first gathers data through key informant interviews and, subsequently, cross-sectional surveys of 254 crop farmers and 82 herders in the Sekyere Kumawu and Sekyere Afram Plains Districts of Ghana. The findings indicate mixed perceptions among stakeholders regarding delineating grazing reserves and transhumance corridor systems. While most farmers and herders recognise the potential benefits of delineating grazing reserves and corridors in reducing conflict and promoting environmental sustainability, concerns persist about land rights and the flexibility of resource use. While herders see these policies as providing secure grazing territories, farmers fear losing land for agricultural expansion. This study also notes a “paradox of pastoral land tenure”, where herders gain access to grazing resources but face mobility restrictions. Socioeconomic factors like age, education, experience, and association membership significantly influence stakeholders’ perceptions, particularly among herders directly dependent on these resources. These findings underline the complexities in policymaking for land use, emphasising the need for inclusive and well-informed approaches.
Molecular Dynamics and Optimization Studies of Horse Prion Protein Wild Type and Its S167D Mutant
Authors: Zhang Jiapu
Published: August 2024

Prion diseases, also called transmissible spongiform encephalopathies (TSEs), are fatal neurodegenerative diseases characterised by the accumulation of an abnormal prion protein isoform (PrPSc: rich in β-sheets—about 30% α-helix and 43% β-sheet), which is converted from the normal prion protein (PrPC: predominantly α-helical—about 42% α-helix and 3% β-sheet). However, prion disease has not been reported in horses up to now; therefore, horses are known to be a species resistant to prion diseases. Residue S167 in horses has been cited as a critical protective residue for encoding PrP conformational stability in prion-resistance. According to the “protein-only” hypothesis, PrPSc is responsible for both the spongiform degeneration of the brain and disease transmissibility. Thus, understanding the conformational dynamics of PrPSc from PrPC is key to developing effective therapies. This article focuses on molecular dynamics and optimization studies on the horse PrP wild type and its S167D mutant, respectively, to understand their conformational dynamics and optimized confirmation; the interesting results will be discussed.
Descrição situacional das trilhas guiadas na Serra Grande, Cantá (RR)
Authors: Alves Leidiane do Nascimento , Ferko Geórgia Patricia da Silva , Melo Valdinar Ferreira
Published: August 2024

Nos últimos anos, o aumento da procura pelo turismo praticado em áreas naturais tem ganhado maior ênfase, possivelmente porque a natureza oferece tranquilidade e liberdade para as pessoas que buscam esses ambientes e saírem de   sua rotina na cidade. Em Roraima, vários locais que proporcionam um contato com a natureza, onde as pessoas costumam fazer trilhas para a prática de atividades em espaços naturais. Diante do exposto, esta pesquisa buscou realizar uma descrição situacional sobre as trilhas na Serra Grande, no município do Cantá – RR. A pesquisa  é de natureza qualitativa e bibliográfica, e foi adotada a observação participante, como perspectiva de abordagem. Foi realizado registro fotográfico e anotações sobre os pontos relevantes das trilhas da Serra Grande, com o auxílio do aplicativo WIKILOK. Houve imersão no campo com guias para vivência real nas trilhas. Percebeu-se que as três trilhas mais frequentadas apresentam belezas naturais, cachoeiras, piscinas naturais e uma diversidade de flora e fauna. Por outro lado, essas trilhas não proporcionam segurança para os visitantes, há falta de manutenção, infraestrutura e limpeza nas trilhas. Espera-se que os operadores de turismo e o poder público disponibilizem maior atenção à Serra Grande, a fim de melhorar este espaço e direcionar medidas que minimizem os impactos e prejuízos pela visitação não orientada por planejamento.
Sustentabilidade e o uso de indicadores sustentáveis como método de Educação Ambiental
Authors: Loiola Marcos Victor do Carmo , Silva Marcos Antonio Vanderlei , Sousa Valdineide Reis , Lins Luama Soraia Coelho , Santana Luiz Antonio Costa de
Published: August 2024

Este artigo teve como objetivo examinar como o desenvolvimento da Educação Ambiental (EA) é aplicado por meio do uso de Indicadores de Sustentabilidade (IS). A revisão sistemática da literatura adotou procedimentos metodológicos participativos com diversos atores do contexto prático, utilizando critérios de inclusão e exclusão para selecionar textos científicos relevantes dos últimos 20 anos, tanto em português quanto em inglês. Observou-se que o processo de aplicação dos IS teve início em comunidades escolares no sul do país e se expandiu para outros territórios, envolvendo pesquisadores nacionais e internacionais. Conclui-se que os IS não apenas possuem um caráter pedagógico, mas também representam uma oportunidade para autoavaliação, automonitoramento e implementação da EA em ambientes rurais. Em síntese, este estudo destaca a importância dos IS como ferramentas que não apenas avaliam a sustentabilidade, mas também fortalecem a prática da EA, capacitando indivíduos a adotarem comportamentos mais sustentáveis e contribuírem para um futuro ambientalmente consciente e equilibrado.
Desenvolvimento do Programa Educacional Multidisciplinar em Saúde Única (PEMSU)
Authors: Eisenlohr Julia Mara Souza , Porto Ana Carolina Rusca Correa , Teixeira Rodrigo Hidalgo Friciello
Published: August 2024

Através da promoção de conhecimento, valores e habilidades, a Educação Ambiental estimula a participação responsável na preservação e gestão da qualidade do meio ambiente. Diante disso, o objetivo desse trabalho foi o desenvolvimento do Programa Educacional Multidisciplinar em Saúde Única (PEMSU) que visa promover consciência crítica sobre as complexas inter-relações entre meio ambiente, animais e seres humanos. Para explorar sua eficácia, um estudo experimental foi realizado com alunos do ensino fundamental, no qual os resultados foram avaliados através do feedback dos alunos e dos professores e comparação de questionários pré e pós-atividade, revelando um notável aumento no conhecimento adquirido dos participantes.
Educação Infantil e currículo: contribuições de Reggio Emilia para a efetivação de uma Educação Ambiental de qualidade na primeira infância
Authors: Seribelli Vanessa Helena , Wiziack Suzete Rosana de Castro
Published: August 2024

O presente artigo, trata-se de um recorte de uma pesquisa de doutoramento em Ensino de Ciências, pela Universidade Federal do Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS). Nesse recorte, discutimos a trajetória histórica da Educação Infantil (EI) no Brasil e as concepções de criança e infância, acenando para a questão dos direitos infantis, sobretudo, o direito a uma Educação Ambiental (EA) de qualidade. Nos respaldamos no norteamento teórico da Sociologia da Infância, na Educação Ambiental Crítica numa perspectiva Freireana e na abordagem pedagógica de Reggio Emilia. O trabalho aponta as linguagens infantis, a participação das crianças, o trabalho com projetos e a formação docente, como elementos fundamentais para a efetivação de uma EA de qualidade na primeira infância.
As práticas de Educação Ambiental nas escolas da Reserva de Desenvolvimento Sustentável Estadual Ponta do Tubarão (RN)
Authors: Silva Tiago Ezequiel da , Musse Narla Sathler
Published: August 2024

O presente artigo teve por objetivo investigar as práticas de Educação Ambiental em duas escolas de Ensino Fundamental II localizadas nas comunidades da Reserva de Desenvolvimento Sustentável Estadual Ponta do Tubarão (RN). A pesquisa se configura como sendo qualiquantitativa que utilizou, para a coleta de dados, a pesquisa bibliográfica, a aplicação de questionários com os professores das escolas e estudos de campo nas trilhas da reserva. O estudo trata de ressaltar a importância da Educação Ambiental na formação de cidadãos conscientes e destaca o potencial educativo da reserva.
Promovendo a Educação Ambiental nas escolas: formação continuada para professores do município de Medianeira (PR)
Authors: Agustini Marcia Antonia Bartolomeu , Rohde Cristhiane , Kaiser Ana Carolina Sandi , Vesaro Ana Rafaela , Pacheco Ana Carolina Novais
Published: August 2024

A necessidade de formação continuada em Educação Ambiental motivou a realização de um projeto de extensão para professores de Ciências da Rede Municipal de Ensino de Medianeira - PR. Foram selecionados os temas Ecossistemas, Solo, Resíduos Sólidos, Consumo e Consumismo, Biodiversidade, Água, Atmosfera e Energia, e para cada um, ocorreram aulas teóricas e práticas, sendo priorizadas atividades de fácil realização e com experimentos relacionados ao cotidiano dos alunos. Durante a execução do projeto, foi possível promover discussões sobre as temáticas e, inserir novas práticas e conteúdos didáticos no cotidiano escolar, que auxiliarão na formação de cidadãos conscientes e responsáveis.
Práticas/ações de Educação Ambiental durante a pandemia de Covid-19
Authors: Arruda Luciene Vieira de , Belizário Maria Aletheia Stedile , Serafim Andreza Nadja Freitas , Araújo Ana Paula Oliveira , Lopes Pamela Sampaio , Borba Geisa Karla Oliveira , Dutra Hugo Vinícius Gomes
Published: August 2024

Esta pesquisa apresenta práticas/ações ambientais realizadas por estudantes do curso de Licenciatura Plena em Geografia, do Centro de Humanidades/CH, da Universidade Estadual da Paraíba (UEPB), durante o período da pandemia de Covid-19. As práticas foram desenvolvidas em forma de pesquisa-ação, pelos estudantes de Geografia, em seus ciclos sociais, para despertar a sensibilização/conscientização ambiental. Estas seguiram metodologias diversas e mostraram que gestos simples do cotidiano podem contribuir para a preservação ambiental e a construção de hábitos sustentáveis que, atrelados à conscientização e sensibilização, procuram valorizar os recursos naturais e combater o consumismo imposto pela sociedade capitalista.
The impact of Spiritual Intelligence on Innovative Work Behaviour: a mediator, moderator model of Organizational Culture and Psychological Empowerment in selected Banks in Colombo District in Sri Lanka
Authors: Abeyatunge Walliwala Gamage Nadeesha Nirmanee
Published: August 2024

To be competitive and maintain long-term viability, each company must have an innovative work culture. Because of its strong religious heritage, Sri Lanka is seen as a spiritual nation; nevertheless, this has not gotten sufficient domestic attention to enhance the much-needed advancements. Thus, the primary goal of this research is to determine the relationship between Innovative Work Behavior (IWB) and Spiritual Intelligence (SI), as well as the degree to which Organization Culture (OC) and Psychological Empowerment (PE) function as moderators and mediators, respectively. To accomplish these study goals, a mixed approach was used, in which 287 employee responses from two of Sri Lanka's top commercial banks in the private sector were gathered using a standardized questionnaire for quantitative analysis. Additionally, ten employees were considered for the qualitative study through in-person and telephone interviews. According to the quantitative analysis, the study concludes that, there’s a favourable influence of SI on IWB, yet moderate, with OC acting as a partial mediating factor on IWB, while PE strengthening the relationship yet not significantly. The qualitative analysis precisely validated the findings of the previously described quantitative findings.
Wash-Free Bacterial Gram-Typing and Photodynamic Inactivation with Long-Chain-Tailed BODIPY Derivatives
Authors: Ji Yuefeng , Li Jigai , Chen Chunping , Piao Chunxiang , Zhou Xin , Yoon Juyoung
Published: August 2024

The rapid identification of bacterial Gram types and their viability, as well as efficient bacterial elimination are crucial for managing bacterial infections yet present important challenges. In this research, we utilized long-chain-tailed BODIPY derivatives to address these hurdles. Our data indicated that these derivatives can distinguish bacteria types and their viability in aqueous solutions through a concise turn-on fluorescent response. Among them,
B-8
stained both live and dead bacteria, and
B-14
offered a wash-free staining.
B-18
demonstrated the highest affinity to selectively fluorescent label viable gram-positive bacteria with a 53.2-fold fluorescent enhancement. Confocal imaging confirmed that
B-18
can serve as an effective membrane-specific probe for facilitating the typing between gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria in a wash-free manner. Additionally,
B-18
displayed selective photodynamic inactivation at 1 μM toward gram-positive bacteria. In vivo studies variformed the ideal photodynamic therapeutic efficacy of
B-18
against methicillin-resistant
Staphylococcus aureus
in mice wound infections.
KI-Implementierung im Unternehmen
Authors: Fronczek Simon , Graf-Pfohl Claudia , Böhme Carolin , Andersen Gesine
Published: August 2024

Künstliche Intelligenz (KI) kann Organisationen dabei unterstützen, Erwerbsarbeit humaner, attraktiver und effizienter zu gestalten. Die Einführung von Systemen, die auf KI aufbauen, stellt Organisationen vor Herausforderungen. Aufgrund der weitreichenden Handlungsspielräume der Technologie kann diese zu Ängsten führen. Daraus können Akzeptanzbarrieren entstehen. Daher müssen die Mitarbeitenden, ihre gewohnten Arbeitsabläufe und Bedürfnisse, bei der Einführung von neuen Technologien mit einbezogen werden. Sonst droht die Implementierung an dieser menschlichen Komponente zu scheitern. Der Beitrag zeigt auf, wie Geschäftsführung und Führungskräfte in ihrem Unternehmen mithilfe des humanzentrierten Designs die Akzeptanz der Mitarbeitenden fördern können, um KI-Technologie erfolgreich zu implementieren.
Digital Skills
Authors: Liedtke Andreas
Published: August 2024

Für einen nachhaltigen Unternehmenserfolg spielen digitale Kompetenzen eine wichtige Rolle. Zur Selbsteinschätzung der digitalen Kompetenzen wurde das validierte European Digital Competence Framework eingesetzt. So entstand ein Überblick über den Ist-Zustand der digitalen Skills bei der Stiftung Brändi. Ungefähr 660 Personen haben an diesem Self-Assessment teilgenommen. Zur Beschreibung des Soll-Zustands der digitalen Kompetenzen wurden Workshops mit den Mitarbeitenden durchgeführt. Die dabei erstellte Skill-Matrix zeigt, welche digitalen Kompetenzen für welches Rollenprofil bei Brändi wie relevant sind. Aus dem Vergleich mit der Selbsteinschätzung wird dann ersichtlich, in welchen Bereichen eine Weiterbildung sinnvoll ist. Brändi-spezifisch werden anschließend Lernprogramme für die unterschiedlichen Kompetenzen auf verschiedenen Lernniveaus ausgewählt und den Mitarbeitenden angeboten. Damit kann ein auf das Rollenprofil angepasster Lernpfad beschritten werden.
Consumer Preference and Satisfaction towards Branded Jewellery in Select City of Tamil Nadu
Authors: Saravanan S , Chithra M
Published: August 2024

Consumer preferences and satisfaction in the jewellery industry vary significantly based on age, occupation, gender, and income. Across all demographics, qualified and well-trained staff are highly valued, with scores ranging from 0.697 to 0.888. Among age groups, discounts on branded jewellery receive the highest satisfaction score (0.729), while trustable returns are favored by occupational status (0.739). Monthly income-wise satisfaction is influenced by influencer endorsements (0.767), and gender-wise, discounts on branded jewellery lead (0.758). As gold and diamond prices rise, consumers often turn to imitation jewellery, emphasizing the importance of design, quality, trust, variety, endorsements, discounts, and service. Branded jewellery markets remain popular, suggesting opportunities for online retailers to expand sales, while traditional-style jewellery appeals to a broad customer base. Understanding these factors is crucial for manufacturers to meet consumer demands effectively, emphasizing the need for qualified staff, quality products, trustworthy services, and online retail expansion. Traditional jewellery styles also offer potential for satisfying consumer preferences.
Investigating Gender and Gender Identity; Views of Undergraduate Students on Gender Roles and their Value System
Authors: Pratheesh P , Reema Mary , Francis Zita
Published: August 2024

Social interactions often lead to conflicts between individuals’ perceptions of themselves, identity, rights, and potential, and how others perceive and treat them. However, due to deeply internalized gender perceptions, it often seems that gender is not present in social relations. The objective of this article is to inquire into the relationship between value orientation and attitudes towards gender roles among undergraduates. During the 2023–2024 academic year, 253 undergraduate students from two major universities in Kerala, the Kerala and M G University, participated in the study. Two measures were used to gather data: the Social “Gender Roles Attitude” Scale and the “Portrait Value Scale.” The article analyzed its data using Product-Moment Correlation (Pearson’s) and a non-random sampling technique. Multiple regression analysis was carried out in order to examine the relationship between the variables. The analysis revealed a statistically momentous and positive correlation between meaning orientations and attitudes towards gender roles subscales. Positively significant correlations were found between meaning orientations and the conventional gender roles and its varied dimension of attitude towards gender roles. Undergraduate students’ justifiable preference for “traditional gender roles” was widely accepted as an explanation. The findings in this article are constrained by the limited sample size and local context in which it was conducted, making generalization impossible.
Bibliometric Analysis of the Journal of Big Data: Trends, Impact, and Future Directions
Authors: Mallikarjuna B , Kappi Mallikarjun , Taj Salma
Published: August 2024

The Journal of Big Data, a peer-reviewed publication since 2014, has played a pivotal role in the field of big data research by disseminating a total of 788 papers over its ten years of activity. Of these, 649 papers have garnered citations, with 46 receiving over 100 citations. The journal maintains an average of 37.13 citations per paper, with a higher average of 45.09 citations per cited paper, reflecting its significant impact. An h-index of 70 and a g-index of 158 further underscore its academic influence. The journal’s active year growth rate of 39.88% signifies its consistent expansion, while the average document age of 2.83 years indicates a focus on current developments. Collaborative research is a hallmark of the journal, evident in its 3.47 average authors per paper and 19.67% of papers with international co-authorships. The analysis of year-wise performance and citation trends offers insights into scholarly output and engagement. Visualizing collaborative relationships among authors highlights prominent nodes of interaction, revealing key contributors. Noteworthy institutions such as Florida Atlantic University, USA, and Bina Nusantara University, Indonesia, emerge in the landscape of research productivity. An exploration of keywords and their co-occurrence uncovers thematic clusters, ranging from big data technologies and deep learning to natural language processing and machine learning. In conclusion, the Journal of Big Data stands as a vital platform for disseminating impactful research in the dynamic realm of big data. Its comprehensive analysis emphasizes its academic influence through citation metrics, collaborative research, and thematic explorations. Through its decade-long journey, the journal has solidified its role in advancing the field and fostering global collaboration among researchers.
AGE CHANGES IN BEHAVIOR OF HEIFERS OF RED STEPPE AND RED-AND-WHITE BREEDS
Authors: Улимбашев Мурат Борисович , Канкулова Фатимат Хажисламовна
Published: August 2024

В статье представлены результаты хронометража поведенческих актов телок в разные возрастные периоды. Цель исследований заключалась в сравнительной оценке возрастных изменений поведенческих реакций телок красной степной и красно-пестрой пород. Исследования проведены в ООО «Риал-Агро», расположенном в равнинной зоне Прохладненского района Кабардино-Балкарской Республики. Объектом исследований являлись телки красной степной и красно-пёстрой пород. В отличие от молозивного периода с 6-месячного возраста регистрировали существенные и достоверные различия по анализируемым поведенческим признакам. Так, по времени приема корма телки красно-пестрой породы превосходили сверстниц красной степной породы на 18 мин. (Р>0,99), аналогично - по времени, затрачиваемому на жвачный процесс (на 15 мин., Р>0,99) и движение (на 16 мин.). На отдых больше суточного времени затрачивали особи красной степной породы на 36 мин. (Р>0,99). Аналогичные тенденции и различия между группами телок установлены в последующие периоды выращивания - в годовалом возрасте и к возрасту первого осеменения. Анализ возрастных изменений поведенческих актов показал, что к 18-месячному возрасту по сравнению с молозивным периодом продолжительность пищевых реакций у всех групп телок увеличилась в среднем на 323-347 мин., или на 22,4-24,1% суточного времени, а продолжительность отдыха снизилась с 1217-1239 до 845-879 мин., или на 41-44% и в большей степени у телок красной степной породы.

The article presents the results of study of behavioral changes of heifers in different age periods. The purpose of the study was a comparative assessment of age changes in the behavior of heifers of the red steppe and red-and-white breeds. The studies were conducted in LLC “Rial-Agro”, located in the low lands of the Prokhladnensky district of the Kabardino-Balkarian Republic. The objects of research were heifers of the red steppe and red and white breeds. Unlike heifers in the colostrum period, 6 month aged heifers registered significant differences in the analyzed behavioral characteristics. Thus, feeding time of red-and-white breed heifers exceeded their peers of the red steppe breed by 18 minutes (P> 0.99), accordingly chewing time exceeded by 15 minutes, P> 0.99 and motion time by 16 minutes. Heifers of red steppe breed rested 36 minutes longer during the day (P> 0.99). Similar trends and differences between groups of heifers were established in subsequent growth periods - at the age of one year and by the age of the first insemination. Analysis of age changes in behavior showed that by 18 months of age compared with the colostrum period, the duration of feeding reactions in all groups of heifers increased in average by 323-347 minutes or by 22.4-24.1% a day, and the duration of rest decreased from 1217-1239 to 845-879 minutes or by 41-44% and to a greater extent in heifers of the red steppe breed.
An Empirical Study Of The Importance Of The American Tourist To Ireland: An Emotional, Connectional, And Motivational Context
Authors:   , Wright Angela ,   Cork Institute of Technology
Published: August 2024

"This study examines the place and importance of the American tourist within the Irish tourism industry. The research explores in detail the many facets of the relationship existing between this client sector and the island of Ireland. This study responds to the expressed concerns of the Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism, John O’Donoghue, T.D., and relevant industry leaders in Ireland, that the tourism sector is under-researched. This study affirms that the American tourist contributes more per capita to the Irish tourism industry than any other tourist. The essential importance of tourism to the economy of Ireland is proven by exchequer returns, and it is evident from industry assessments that the American tourist is a key contributor to this sector. In 2004, the entire revenue from the United States market amounted to €731 million and the United States, on average, accounts for 12% of all visitors to the island of Ireland, representing 16% of all holidaymakers. The typical United States’ tourist in Ireland spends an average of €850 during a stay, whereas their British counterpart, for example, only spends €350. The research acknowledges that Americans are positively predisposed to choosing Ireland as a viable holiday destination, particularly Irish-Americans, as they long to visit the land of their forefathers. The direction of this research is dictated by the particular characteristics attaching to the special relationship that exists between Ireland and America. In order to understand the complexities that govern the motivating factors underlying American tourist interest in Ireland, this research examines the singular historical, psychological, emotional, commercial, political, marketing, and logistical dimensions that will afford us the knowledge from which deductible theories, conclusions and recommendations can be extracted. The findings of this study illustrate that destination Ireland is marketed in a highly competitive environment and the future of the Irish tourism industry will inevitably be dependent on the ability of Tourism Ireland managers to deliver viable options for consumers. We will also need to focus the attention of potential visitors on choosing the island of Ireland as their number one destination for both primary and repeat visits, and to promote competitiveness within the tourism industry itself."
Dynamic Route Management Strategies For Mobile Ad Hoc Networks.
Authors:   , Rea Susan ,   Cork Institute of Technology
Published: August 2024

"A Mobile ad hoc network is a collection of wireless mobile nodes forming a dynamic autonomous network without the aid of a fixed infrastructure. Due to the unpredictable nature of node movement the network topology changes frequently. As a consequence of the limited transmission range of the wireless network interfaces, multiple hops may be necessary for data trafficking between nodes in the network, thus requiring nodes to act as both a router and a host. Ad hoc networks when compared with traditional wireless networks have advantages such as, independence of fixed infrastructure such as access points and base stations, ease of deployment and configuration speed. Such network environments are attractive as spontaneous autonomous network formation is presented, without the need for a centralised system administrator entity. Exigent challenges exist for mobile ad hoc networks with the issue of efficient routing being a critical concern. A routing protocol must address path generation, path selection, data forwarding and route path maintenance. With the protocol objective being the maximisation of network performance from an application point of view while minimising the routing protocol overhead. Presently, there exist several classes of mobile ad hoc network routing protocols such as, unicast, multicast and hybrid routing. The main contribution of the work presented in this thesis is the development of an overlay architecture for dynamic route management that can be utilised to enhance routing protocol performance for mobile wireless ad hoc networks. The proposed system is designed using fuzzy logic to generate an optimal broadcast flood limiting algorithm that promotes the generation of stable routes and allows the assignment of path weightings with adaptive cache entry expiry times. A reactive distributed policy based congestion control scheme is implemented to alleviate localised network congestion and a cache provisioning scheme for merging network nodes. This is a software solution that promotes distributed decision making while enhancing network performance."
Development Of A Service-oriented Communication Platform For Heterogeneous Voice Over Ip Networks.
Authors:   , O'Driscoll Aisling ,   Cork Institute of Technology
Published: August 2024

"As broadband services have become more widespread in recent years due to a variety of government initiatives and the establishment of Wireless Internet Service Providers, user requirements have evolved and the market has become more competitive. Whilst this is beneficial for consumers it means that Internet Service Providers must offer a more diverse range of services coupled with standard broadband packages to distinguish themselves from their competitors, generate new revenue and strengthen their competitive advantage. Therefore many providers are looking to Service Oriented Architectures (SOAs) to provide communication platforms, enabling services such as Voice over IP (VoIP) along with other multimedia communications to be easily integrated, deployed and managed in a controlled environment within their core networks. However these platforms are cost prohibitive for small to medium size operators and as lightweight solutions are not prevalent, SOAs are typically only viable for larger telecommunications incumbents. Hence the contribution of this thesis is a service oriented communication platform for heterogeneous Voice over IP networks. It provides a lightweight VoIP communication infrastructure, as well as configurable telephony services and management functionality and is easily extendable for additional multimedia services. This thesis also presents a QoS measurement scheme that allows service providers to estimate VoIP QoS conditions across best effort IP networks, thus enabling them to validate customer service level agreements and evaluate if measures are required to implement a QoS architecture for real-time services such as voice, in their core IP networks."
БАЛДАРДА ӨЗ АЛДЫНЧА ПНЕВМОТОРАКС
Authors: Самсалиев А.Ж. , Передереев Р.А.
Published: August 2024

Спонтанный пневмоторакс в детской практике по данным нескольких авторов встречается довольно редко (5-10 случаев на 100 тыс населения). Чаще других случается у новорожденных 1-2% у доношенных и 3-9% у недоношенных детей. Причины появления спонтанного пневмоторакса различны – как инфекционно-воспалительные заболевания, так и кистозный фиброз легких, кистозная трансформация и обострение астмы. Синдром Элерса-Данлоса, Марфана и другие генетические заболевания служат лишь предрасполагающими факторами для внезапного появления пневмоторакса. В рассматриваемой статье проводится анализ 41 случая спонтанного пневмоторакса у детей, поступивших в ГДКБСМП за 2017-2023 годы. Приводятся примеры наступления спонтанного пневмоторакса, как после инфекционных заболеваний, так и курьезные случаи типа осложнений на фоне разрыва паразитарных и врожденных кист легких, а также в одном случае – на фоне самопроизвольного повреждения воздушной кисты, которая впоследствии была удалена.

Педиатрдык практикада өз алдынча пневмоторакс, бир нече авторлордун айтуусу боюнча, абдан сейрек кездешет (100 миң калктын 5-10 учурлары). Көбүнчө жаңы төрөлгөн ымыркайларда, 1-2% толук мөөнөттүү ымыркайларда, 3-9% мезгилсиз ымыркайларда пайда болот. Өз алдынча пневмоторакс себептери ар кандай – жугуштуу да, сезгенүү оорулары да, цисталык өкпө фиброз, цисталык трансформация жана астма ого бетер күчөйт. Элерс-Данлос синдрому, Марфан синдрому жана башка генетикалык оорулар пневмоторакс күтүлбөгөн жерден башталышына шарт түзгөн факторлор катары гана кызмат кылат. Каралган макалада, 2017-2023-жылдарга чейин ГДКБСМП-га келген 41 спонтандык пневмотораксдын кокустугун талдоолор. Инфекциялык касалтуулардан кийинкилер менен бирдей спонтандык пневмотораксду колдонуулардын жана маанекей чалууларынын кесиптелери болуп көрсөтүлгөн, анкалыктык жана туулган кисталардын толук айтууларына кабыл алууларынын жана күндөлүктүү жактырманын аркасында көрсөтүлгөн бир мисалдары бар.

Spontaneous pneumothorax in pediatric practice is relatively rare according to multiple authors (5-10 cases per 100,000 population). It occurs more frequently in newborns, with a prevalence of 1-2% in term infants and 3-9% in preterm infants. The causes of spontaneous pneumothorax vary and can include infectious-inflammatory diseases, cystic fibrosis of the lungs, cystic transformation, and exacerbation of asthma. Syndromes such as Ehlers-Danlos, Marfan, and other genetic disorders serve as predisposing factors for the sudden onset of pneumothorax. The present article analyzes 41 cases of spontaneous pneumothorax in children admitted to the Pediatric Department of the City Clinical Hospital from 2017 to 2023. Examples are provided of spontaneous pneumothorax occurring after infectious diseases, as well as curious cases involving complications due to rupture of parasitic and congenital lung cysts. One case is described where spontaneous air cyst rupture occurred and subsequently required removal.
ЦИФРОВАЯ МЕДИА И МОЛОДЕЖЬ
Authors: Жолчиева А.A.
Published: August 2024

Компьютерлер, интернет, видео оюндар жана уюлдук телефондор жаштардын жашоосунда орчундуу жана борбордук орунду ээлейт. Жаштардын көбү интерактивдүү технологияларды колдонушат жана өз жашоосун интернетте өткөрүп жатышкандай сезилишет. Алар үчүн ишенимдүү маалымат булактарына жетүү жана аны пайдалануу эң маанилүү, себеби алар коомдук турмушта активдүү болууга, ошондой эле коомдо, өлкөдө жана дүйнөдө эмне болуп жатканын билүүгө кызыгышат. Маалымат булактары жаштардын билим жана маданият деңгээлине, алардын бош убактысын туура уюштурууга түздөн-түз таасирин тийгизет. Макалада жаштар жана санарип медиа маселелери ачыкталат жана талкууланат. Азыркы маалымат булактарынын ишенимдүүлүгү, мааниси жана алардын жаштарга тийгизген таасири жөнүндө изилдөө иши каралат.

Компьютеры, интернет, видеоигры и мобильные телефоны играют важную роль в жизни молодых людей. Многие молодые люди используют интерактивные технологии, проводя свою жизнь в сети. Для них важно иметь доступ и пользоваться надежными источниками информации, поскольку им интересно быть активными в общественной жизни, а также знать, что происходит в обществе, в стране и в мире. Источники оказывают непосредственное влияние на уровень образованности и культуры молодежи, правильную организацию ее досуга. В статье выявляются и обсуждаются проблемы исследования о молодежи и цифровых медиа, надежность и важность существующих источников информации и их влияние на молодежь в современном мире.

Computers, the Internet, video games, and mobile phones play an important role in the lives of young people. Many young people use interactive technology while spending their lives online. It is important for them to have access to and use reliable sources of information, because they are interested in being active in public life, as well as knowing what is happening in society, in the country, and in the world. Sources have a direct impact on the level of education and culture of young people, and the proper organization of their leisure time. The problems of youth and digital media, the reliability and importance of existing sources of information, and their impact on youth in the modern world will be identified and discussed in this research.
БИОЭТИКАНЫН ӨНҮГҮШҮНӨ ЭКЗИСТЕНЦИАЛИЗМДИН ТААСИРИ
Authors: Усупова Ч.С. , Барынбаева А.А.
Published: August 2024

Развитие биоэтики в каждую эпоху соответсвовало тем ценностным взглядам, которые господствовали на тот момент. Рассмотрение проблем экзистенциализма наиболее созвучны проблемам биоэтики. Именно экзистенциализм оставил неизгладимое влияние на формирование аксиологических ориентиров самой биоэтики. Поэтому актуальность рассмотрения философских проблем выдвигаемых экзистенциалистами важно для понимания в каком направлении в дальнейшем происходило развитие биоэтики. В нашем исследовании был использован герменевтический метод, который предполагает не только философское развертывание смысла, но и ее научную редукцию.

Биоэтика ар бир доордун баалуулук кɵз караштарына жараша ɵнүгүп келген. Экзистенциализм маселелери биоэтиканын маселелерине туура келет. Дал экзистенциализм биоэтиканын аксиологиялык багыттарынын түзүлүшүнɵ ɵчпɵс таасир калтырган. Ошондуктан, биоэтика кандай багытта ɵнүккɵнүн түшүнүү үчүн экзистенциалисттер кɵтɵрүп чыккан философиялык маселелерди изилдɵɵ маанилүү. Биздин изилдөөбүздө маанини философиялык жактан гана эмес, анын илимий редукциясын да камтый турган герменевтикалык метод колдонулду.

The development of bioethics in each era corresponded to the value views that prevailed at that time. Consideration of the problems of existentialism is most consonant with the problems of bioethics. It was existentialism that left an indelible influence on the formation of axiological guidelines for bioethics itself. Therefore, the relevance of considering the philosophical problems put forward by existentialists is important for understanding in which direction the development of bioethics took place in the future. In our study, the hermeneutic method was used, which involves not only the philosophical deployment of meaning, but also its scientific reduction.
Manifestations of Stylistic Dichotomy in the Harmony of 20th Century Music: General Tendencies andSeveral Case Studies
Authors: Jaunslaviete Baiba
Published: August 2024

This paper aims to provide an analytical insight into two interrelated topics, each of which is interesting in its own right. The first of them is dichotomy in music, namely, the various manifestations of binarity – that is, the juxtaposition of two different spheres of expression, either simultaneously, in counterpoint, or in succession. The second aspect targeted will be the presentation of the main trends, important concepts or compositional techniques used in the creation of such dichotomies, based on some relevant musical examples studied.